In September, Liu Chuang defeated the bandits of Mount Tai and escaped the siege of the ling.

As soon as the news spread, Qi County was shocked.

However, Yuan Tan, who was far away in Jinan, felt particularly complicated after hearing the news.

To be honest, he wished that Yuan Shang would die in battle Yu Ling, so that he could not have a rival who would fight with him. Among Yuan Shao’s three sons, he had no opponent except Yuan Shang. Yuan Xi was a cowardly person and was not a person who liked to fight. Therefore, from beginning to end, Yuan Tan did not take Yuan Xi seriously. Only Yuan Shang could truly threaten him.

However, he also knew that if Yuan Shang died in Ling, Yuan Shao would be furious.

Yuan Tan knew that he could not bear Yuan Shao's thunderous anger, but he was reluctant to let him rescue Yuan Shang like this.

Is there really no soldiers in Qi County?

Even if Qi County had no soldiers, he could draw troops from Le'an Country, which would only take one or two days. Yuan Tan was the governor of Qingzhou. In Qingzhou, except for Jinan Country, Beihai and Donglai County, the soldiers and horses of other counties followed his dispatch and assignments. How could he have no soldiers? It's not that there is no, it's really unwilling! Even when Liu Chuang led the troops later, Yuan Tan secretly ordered Liu Xian to not have too many soldiers and horses with Liu Chuang. In his heart, he also hoped that Yuan Shang died in battle in Ling, but if he didn't do enough skills, there would inevitably be a big disaster.

But who would have thought that Liu Chuang would win!

With the few thousand scrambles, Liu Chuang defeated the bandits of Mount Tai and lifted Yu Ling's siege, which made Yuan Tan feel very uncomfortable.

"Mr. Youruo, I didn't expect that Meng Yan would be so powerful in using troops!"

Sitting in the tent of the central army, Yuan Tanqiang smiled and said to Xun Chen: "He can have such a means at a young age. He will definitely achieve his career in the future."

Xun Chen smiled so hard that he couldn't stop and nodded repeatedly.

Yuan Tan felt irritated and didn't want to talk to Xun Chen any more.

"Mr. Xun, what should I do next?"

"Now that the encirclement of Yuling has been lifted, Tian Kai's reinforcements have been cut off, and the morale of the army will be in chaos.

The eldest son immediately launched a fierce attack on Tai County. As long as he defeated the troops of Tai County, he could go straight to Dongpingling.

When Dongpingling is destroyed, Tian Kai is over."

Yuan Tan nodded, "I also think so, and launch an attack on Tai County tomorrow.

However, in this way, there must be a soldier and horse, light cavalry attacking, attacking Licheng, and cutting off Tian Kai's retreat. I wonder if Mr. Xun thinks, who can take on this important task?"

"You can ask the third young master to send troops."

How could Xun Chen not understand Yuan Tan’s little thoughts? He smiled slightly and said, “Although the third young master was defeated by the earth drum, his troops suffered a great loss.

However, there were still thousands of soldiers under his command, so he simply asked Meng Yan to allocate another three thousand men and the third son to ask him to send troops to capture the Tugu again and capture Licheng. I believe the third son would definitely not refuse. He was young and strong, and after the defeat of Tugu, he would definitely make all his strength to avenge his revenge."

Yuan Tan thought about it and agreed with Xun Chen's idea.

Xun Chen shook his fan and walked out of the big tent, suddenly showing a strange smile.

What Meng Yan said is not bad, Yuan Xiansi is indeed not enough to accomplish a big thing... But such a person can save Meng Yan a lot of trouble.

How could Xun Chen not see the little bit of Yuan Tan’s heart?

This guy is jealous of Liu Chuang becoming famous in one battle. This person is so slim and demeanor that he is not suitable to accomplish great things. Zhongzhi puts hope on him, which is probably a wrong choice. Yuan Tan is a man with a harsh voice and a weak ambition and talent. He is determined to get rid of Yuan Shang, so he will be bold to do it. If he can really kill Yuan Shang, Xun Chen might be a bit over Yuan Tan. It's a pity...

You Yuan Tan is also Yuan Shao’s son!

Even if Yuan Shao favors Yuan Shang, he will never attack Yuan Tanzhen if he doesn't eat any of his children.

The most important thing is that once Yuan Shang dies, you, Yuan Tan, will be the eldest son of the dignified son. When Yuan Shao kills you, he will have some concerns.

But this guy is obviously malicious, but he doesn't have the courage.

With such an opponent, Meng Yan must rest assured!

Thinking of this, Xun Chen sneered in his heart, then took a big step towards the outsider of the gate...

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The next day, Yuan Tan attacked Tai County fiercely.

At the same time, Yuan Shang also reorganized his team and prepared to attack the earth drum and take revenge.

However, compared with his previous attitude, Yuan Shang's attitude towards Liu Chuang this time has improved significantly. He sent someone to invite Liu Chuang to help. Although he was rejected by Liu Chuang, he did not feel dissatisfied with it. Instead, he asked the messenger to convey his gratitude to Liu Chuang.

He also knew that it was impossible for Liu Chuang to change his mind immediately.

After all, Liu Chuang killed his beloved general, and even if he lifted Yu Ling's siege, he would not dare to accept his kindness easily.

Of course, it is even more impossible to serve under Yuan Shang's account at this time.

Yuan Shang showed enough generosity in this regard, and even wrote a special letter to tell Liu Chuang to ask him to rest.

If there is no eyebrow in swords and guns, there will inevitably be casualties.

Although you killed Yu Yuanjin, I was not angry, but I was happy for my father.

It is really a blessing that my father can get your help. After this battle is over, I will definitely return to Linzi and personally thank you.

After reading the letter in Banyang, Liu Chuang couldn't help but sigh.

Compared with Yuan Tan, Yuan Shang's demeanor and talent are indeed much stronger.

Unfortunately, he could not have too many interactions with Yuan Shang. Even though he and Yuan Shang were peers, they were destined to be the opponents.

Liu Chuang even thought again, what would happen if Yuan Shang was Yuan Shao’s only son?

It is hard to guess such a thing, and he has no intention of spending too much brain cells on this matter... This time, when he came to Qijun, the purpose has been achieved. He no longer needs to bother with the rest of the matter. I believe that with Xun Chen here, he can handle the matter properly.

He had a more important thing, that is, to surrender Xiahou Lan.

After Xiahou Lan was captured, she was locked up in the town of Banyang County and said nothing all day long.

Liu Chuang returned to Banyang from Yuanshan. He observed Xiahou Lan for a few days first. He did not meet Xiahou Lan immediately.

On that day, when he received a letter from Yuan Tan, he asked Peng An and Hua Yan to lead 3,000 troops and more than 2,000 prisoners in Banyang City to send them to Yuling.

He told Yuan Shang that the guards of Banyang are now empty, so it is not advisable to leave so many prisoners.

Therefore, I will give these prisoners to the third son and ask you to deal with them. It is my intention to do so.

This is also a kindness that Liu Chuang secretly released to Yuan Shang. Yuan Tan is no longer of great use. I believe that after this battle, Yuan Shao will definitely pay more attention to him. As long as Yuan Shao does not use troops to Liu Chuang, even if Yuan Tan is bold, he will not dare to take action.

That guy, who has the will but has no courage, is cruel and does not have bad hands, will die sooner or later.

Liu Chuang came to Qi County this time to use Yuan Tan to register with Yuan Shao. Now it seems that his purpose has been achieved...

After Peng Anhuayan and the others left with their troops, Liu Chuang began his movements.

The entire Banyang County town was already controlled by him.

He called Cen Bi, "Bogui, after this battle, it will probably not take too long, and I will return to Beihai.

You followed me from Linzi, rushed to Panyang and sneaked into Yuanshan, and got along very well. I was reluctant to leave you when I left, so I wanted to ask you to return to Beihai Country with me. I wonder what you thought? Of course, if you don’t want to follow me, I won’t force it. But you have good skills, and it’s a pity to stay here. I believe you also see that there are many capable people under the command of the eldest son, and people who are not famous like you may have a hard time to make a comeback. However, I can recommend it to the eldest son, but it may be of some use."

Cen Bi's name is Bogui. After hearing Liu Chuang's words, he couldn't help but be moved.

In the past few days, he has indeed seen Liu Chuang's methods. Whether it is Liu Chuang's force or Chen Jiao's picking up the voids, it has opened Cen Bi's eyes. This is not a guy who can only rely on the name of the great Han emperor, but he does have some methods. Following Liu Cen Bi in the past two days is also the most enjoyable time in Cen Bi's years, and Liu Chuang gave him enough trust.

Cen Bi also thought that after Liu Chuang returned to Beihai, he and his more than 600 men would probably not be tolerated by Qi County.

What's the reason...

Very simple!

They are not Yuan Tan’s confidants.

Yuan Tan’s confidants are just Hua Yan, Liu Xian, Peng An and other few people.

Even Xin Ping is probably not a confidant of Yuan Tan... Peng An is honest and loyal, but he is not a talent for commanding the army.

Cen Bi had long been dissatisfied with Peng An, but after Peng An's famous family, he was quite famous in Qi County, and he was far from being a grassroots person in Cen Bi.

Now that Liu Chuang invites you, Cen Bi can't help but be moved.

He was a little moved, but he was worried about the identities of Liu Chuang and Yuan Tan, so hesitated.

Liu Chuang seemed to see Cen Bi's hesitation, so he smiled and said, "Bogui, you don't have to worry too much.

If you are willing to follow me, I will take responsibility for you. You also know that I will take Donglai and take many cities now, and someone will take over for me. As for the eldest son, you don’t have to worry. I believe that with the eldest son’s demeanor, I will definitely not make things difficult for you."

Cen Bi was so moved that he couldn't help asking: "I dare to ask what position will Ruomo take with the young master to Beihai?"

"Now the Beihai Kingdom is settled, with bandits growing in abundance and bandits rampant.

Especially in Juxian, Shouguang and Duchang areas, the situation is the most serious. I will let you be the pirate Cao of Beihai, recruiting young and strong men in the three counties, suppressing bandits and quelling the rebellion. I wonder what you think?"

Thieves Cao?

This is similar to the position of police chief in later generations, with great power.

After hearing this, Cen Bi never hesitated again.

He was in Qi County, but he was just a small cavalryman, and he was not valued at all.

There were dozens of cavalry governors in Qi County, and it was not his turn to do good things. All the chores fell on him. Cen Bi felt a little uncomfortable in his heart.

If you can be a traitor to Beihai, wouldn’t it be more comfortable than being excluded and bullied in Qi County?

Besides, Mr. Liu is the emperor's uncle of the Han Dynasty. Although his strength is not strong, his courage and his rescue of the third son this time are enough to show that it is quite difficult for Mr. Yuan to suppress Liu Chuang in the future, let alone he has formed an alliance with Lu Bu.

Thinking of this, Cen Bi did not hesitate anymore, crawled on the ground and said respectfully: "What kind of virtue is the Bi? Let the Emperor treat him differently, and dare not die if he fails to serve him?"

Liu Chuang patted Cen Bi, "Bogui, don't talk about life and death. If you follow me, you will have a bright future.
To be continued...