Chapter 360: Gan Zhuo Disappears
Most of these personal followers had been with Gan Zhuo before the Chen Min Rebellion, and they had established a deep master-slave relationship with each other. They watched them being killed one by one on the spot, but they could not do anything. Gan Zhuo's
There is a feeling in my heart
A huge pain like tearing came. He forced himself to raise his eyes and stared coldly at the gathering of more and more cavalry. Although they all aimed at him with their bows and arrows, they were not afraid. Suddenly, his eyes condensed,
I saw Han Yong standing out from the cavalry!
Gan Zhuo pointed at Han Yong and couldn't help but said sadly: "It is indeed you! I never expected that you would commit such a treasonous act, otherwise how could you have been defeated like this!"
Zeng Daniu's expression changed and he scolded: "Damn, what do you mean by treason? My general's benevolent and righteous actions are deeply supported by all the people in the world. How can he be compared to the Sima family? What's more, the Sima family is the most powerful person in the world.
You came in the wrong way! Huh! I won’t bother you. Someone comes and shoots this old man to death with random arrows!”
"Wait a minute!" Han Yong stretched out his hand to stop him, winked at Zeng Daniu, and then raised his hand to Gan Zhuo and said: "General Gan, you blocked the way of my general, so I have to get rid of you. In fact, since ancient times, China has
More than one famous general died in ambush
You are the only one, and you and I are our own masters, so there is nothing to complain about. In this way, I will respect your military life and leave you a complete body. When my general conquers the world, he will definitely ask for you to be buried alive. Please be willing to do so.
General, go on your way!"
Gan Zhuo grasped the hilt of his sword tightly and glanced at the thousands of cavalrymen who surrounded him. There was a trace of struggle in his eyes, and then he sighed dejectedly, slowly pulled out his sword, and stabbed at his neck.
Suddenly, a wisp of blood shot out, and he fell heavily to the ground.
At this time, Han Yong turned around and explained: "Daniu, this man is the great-grandson of Gan Xingba, and he deserves respect. Moreover, he has no personal grudges with you, me or the general. He is just a poor guy blocking the general's way.
Just let him go with dignity."
Zeng Daniu didn't take it seriously and said: "I'm dead, I don't care, I don't care. This battle is clean and tidy, and the time spent during this time is not in vain. Haha, it's so happy!"
Han Yong didn't know Zeng Daniu as well as Yunfeng. He always thought that Zeng Daniu was a rough man, but he didn't know that he was a rough man. He was smarter than a ghost, and at least his ability to flatter people was the best in the army! He shook his head with a wry smile.
, and then ordered: "Come here, bury Gan Zhuo alive, brothers, work harder, don't let anyone escape, clean up the battlefield, and don't leave any traces."
The soldiers immediately agreed to their promise and immediately engaged in the tense arrangements for the aftermath. In this battle, more than 20,000 Ganzhuo soldiers, including the soldiers, were made into dumplings. Thousands of them were killed on the spot, and the rest knelt down and surrendered. Originally
Yunfeng's second order was to completely annihilate Gan Zhuo's army, but he had a falling out with Sima Shao not long ago.
, so that he simply let go of his hands and feet, and there was no need to do more killing and torture, so he quickly gave Han Yong a third order. Except for Gan Zhuo, who had to die, the others were mainly to surrender, and they would fight again after bringing Han back to China.
They were scattered and reorganized. After the Jingzhou Army brought them back, they asked for their personal opinions. If they wanted to stay, they could stay. If they didn't, they would be given food and fodder and sent back.
There is nothing that can be done about it. Most of the family members of Jingzhou who were surrendered are in Jingjiang and Jiangzhou. Even if they are forcibly accepted by the subordinates, it will be difficult for them to return home. It is better to let them go as a personal favor. The reason why they cannot be let go on the spot is to win a few for Yunfeng.
Months time, it is obvious. Sooner or later they will be released
Jiangzu revealed that Gan Zhuo had died at his hands, and the later the day came, the better. He would have returned to Qinzhou long ago, and he was not afraid of trouble from the court. The only thing he was uneasy about was that this woman Xun Guanniang might cause trouble.
However, paper cannot cover the fire after all, and we will make a decision based on the situation at that time.
As for asking Xie Shang to recruit the Jingzhou Navy, Yunfeng believed that the Navy had been wandering away all year round and had a weaker sense of locality than the infantry. Moreover, the Navy was a professional and technical personnel, so he was reluctant to let them go. If it didn't work, he would forcefully send troops to capture their families.
Take him away to make the navy soldiers feel at ease.
The soldiers moved quickly, and soon the battlefield was cleared. Except for the dried blood, it was almost impossible to see that a battle had occurred. Han Yong took away everything on the battlefield, including the thousands of corpses, and followed the order
Next, a team of nearly 30,000 people slowly headed back.
In a blink of an eye, three days have passed. Ever since Wei Yi fled back to Yi Dao, he has been in a state of panic. There were originally three thousand troops stationed in Yi Dao, and together with the defeated army, they could barely make up the number of ten thousand people, although there were many.
, but the morale of the newly defeated army was completely depleted, and they were afraid that Gan Zhuo would take advantage of the victory to attack.
However, if Gan Zhuo didn't come, waiting on the left, and still wouldn't come on the right, what people feared most was the unknown future, so Wei Yi couldn't help but send out a spy to investigate.
Three more days later, Xi Zuo hurried back and reported back in disbelief: "General, Gan Zhuo's army has disappeared. The entire Yiling area is empty. Judging from this situation, it is likely that they have set off for the camp long ago."
Yiling is only about a hundred miles away from Yidao, and the infantry can reach it in a day and night by marching urgently. Even if Gan Zhuo marched slowly to maintain the strength of the soldiers, it would not be possible for six days without seeing a shadow. Wei Yi was confused for a moment.
The generals also looked at each other. They also felt incredible. Where did Gan Zhuo go? One of the generals couldn't help but asked: "Is the investigation true? Is there anything missing?"
He made a careful salute and said: "Return to the general, it is absolutely true. The last general dared to pledge his head as a guarantee. Everything he said is true. Not only were there no Gan Zhuo troops around Yiling, but there was not a single soldier on the road from Yidao to Yiling.
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A buzz gradually rose in the tent, and all the generals speculated on the whereabouts of Gan Zhuo's army. Suddenly one person suddenly realized: "Could it be that Gan Zhuo was so eager to win that he gave up Yi Dao and headed straight for Jiangling?"
Wei Yi thought for a while, shook his head and said: "It's impossible. The Yi Dao is only about 150 miles away from Jiangling, and to attack Jiangling from west to east, it is most convenient to go through the Yi Dao. The rest of the roads have to be walked through the mountains. How can Ganzhuo be possible?
It's easier to give up than to ask for it? What's more, although our army is newly defeated, there are still tens of thousands of people. Gan Zhuo has been leading the army all year round. There is no reason to rush to Jiangling without relieving his worries. Where did he go? It is really puzzling. "
Another general showed hesitation on his face, moved his lips, and then said uncertainly: "Could it be Gan Zhuo who has returned to Badong?"
"It's even more impossible!" Wei Yi blurted out: "If it were you, would you do it? Unless Gan Zhuo suffered from heart failure, how could he do such a stupid thing?"
None of the generals could guess the whole story. No one thought about Gan Zhuo's defeat and death. After all, it was too unbelievable. Like Gan Zhuo, they didn't think Han Yong had a reason to send troops. They couldn't figure it out after further discussion.
What is the result? Wei Yi said helplessly: "Someone, please report this matter to the king's governor. You must also pay attention to the movements of Ganzhuo's navy and send a few people to Badong to inquire!"
"Yes!" The dozen or so scouts who were summoned followed the order.
The next day, Wang Xie received a report from Wei Yi. Originally, Wei Yi's defeat had caused him to lose his position. Now that Gan Zhuo was missing, he was even more uneasy. He quickly reported to Gu Shu as a flying slave. Three days later, that is,
On March 23, Wang Dun received an urgent letter from Gushu.
Wang Dun was also puzzled. He immediately summoned Qian Feng and briefly informed him about Gan Zhuo's disappearance. He then asked: "This matter is indeed strange. Since Wei Yi was defeated, there is no reason why Gan Zhuo should not take advantage of the victory to attack Jiangling." , Shiyi, please help me think about it, what does Gan Zhuo mean? Could it be that he also wants to create some surprise attack? "
Qian Feng frowned and walked back and forth with his hands behind his hands. Various thoughts emerged one after another. Suddenly, a possibility appeared in his mind. He then shook his head and thought it was too incredible. However, when he thought about it again, the more he thought about it. The more likely it is, he suddenly said with a complicated expression: "Gan Zhuo has a victory scroll in hand, so he will never do such an inexplicable act. Prime Minister, if Ruofeng's prediction is correct, Gan Zhuo should have been defeated and died!"
"Oh?" Wang Dun became more and more confused and urged: "Shiyi, after you finish speaking, what is going on?"
Qian Feng smiled bitterly and said: "Prime Minister, General Yun ambushed 10,000 cavalry in the Han Dynasty. It is very possible that Gan Zhuo defeated General Wei and was unexpectedly attacked and killed by General Yun's cavalry!"
Wang Dun was still puzzled: "It was precisely because General Yun first defeated Shen Chong and then beheaded Zhou Fu that the main force of our army collapsed. How could he help our army instead?"
Qian Feng said helplessly: "General Yun's seemingly contradictory behavior actually has a profound meaning. He neither sides with the court nor helps us, but does it for himself! Prime Minister, you may think that General Yun has not There are reasons to attack Gan Zhuo, but don’t forget that General Yun has already established a water fortress in Haimen, and local shipbuilding in Haimen is extremely unrealistic. The most direct reason is that he is facing a shortage of wood. The red land in the north of the Yangtze River is thousands of miles away. If he wants to cut wood, he must cross the river. So, Will the court let him do whatever he wants?
For General Yun, the most effective and convenient method is not to build warships on the upper reaches of the river and then go straight down the river to Haimen. However, Ganzhuo occupied the belly of the fish and strangled the entrance of the Three Gorges. The water surface was narrow, which threatened General Yun. The warships are heading east, and according to Feng's guess, General Yun should have wanted to destroy Ganzhuo for a long time, and now he just happened to take advantage of the battle between the two armies to attack Ganzhuo by surprise, and the next step is to seize Badong!"
Wang Dun thought for a moment and stroked his beard and said: "Yes, Shi Yi has indeed hit the point. It's ridiculous that we were all kept in the dark. According to you, what should our army do next? Should we take advantage of Badong's emptiness and capture it first?" ?”
Qian Feng quickly stopped: "No! Once Governor Wang captures Badong, General Yun will immediately send troops to attack in the name of suppressing the rebellion. General Wei has been defeated, and Governor Wang can no longer withstand any losses. It is better to let Badong go." Regardless, it depends on what excuse he uses to seize it from the court. The Prime Minister ordered General Wei to march eastward to support Wuchang. As long as he cooperates internally and externally to defeat Tao Kan, the upper reaches will be safe. Then we will wait and see the situation and respond." As he said, But there was a trace of unfinished meaning.
Wang Dun looked at Qian Feng, frowned and said, "Shiyi, do you have anything else to say? Just say it!"
Qian Feng said in a deep voice: "Prime Minister, Feng is not happy about what he said. So far in the war, both our side and the court have suffered heavy losses. Only General Yun has not suffered any damage. If this continues, even if Sima Shao is deposed, he will still suffer heavy losses." The future is worrying. According to Yi Feng, Prime Minister, you should immediately send people secretly to the Jinling Mausoleum to fetch Wang Chong from the East China Sea, then abandon Stone City and Gushu, withdraw your troops to the west, and attack Tao Kan with General Wei and the Crown Prince. Once Jiangzhou threatens, If the situation is lifted, then go on strike with the imperial court and restore the situation in Jiangdong to what it was before your first visit to the capital. Next, I will set up the King of East China Sea and become the emperor!"
Chapter completed!