Seeing that Zhao Chu had been captured, the dozens of remaining guards under him immediately panicked and tried desperately to come to the rescue. However, they could not stand the siege of Zhao Yun's guards and were quickly killed to pieces. , die to death, run away, poor Zhao Chu was ordered to assemble the 25,000-strong army that was completely wiped out in just one battle.
"Surrender or die?"
Facing Zhao Chu who had been tied into a rice dumpling, Zhao Yun didn't intend to waste time at all, and asked coldly as soon as he opened his mouth.
"Since someone is defeated, he only wants to die. If you want to kill him, then kill him. Don't ask for death."
Zhao Chu was very stubborn and didn't care about the persecution of the surrounding Youzhou cavalry with swords and guns, and gave the answer with anger on his face.
"Okay, he's a man."
Although Zhao Yun was young, he had been in the army for many years. What he admired most in his life were those tough-minded people. Seeing Zhao Chu's strengths at this time, he didn't have the heart to kill him. After praising him, He immediately got off the horse and untied the rope for Zhao Chu himself.
"Who is the general?"
Zhao Chu traveled across the white mountains and black waters, and rarely encountered an opponent, but this time he was defeated by Zhao Yun in just two rounds. He was very convinced of Zhao Yun's bravery. He could not care about his own life or death, but he did not want to do anything. The confused man did not thank Zhao Yun for his kindness, but instead asked about Zhao Yun's name.
"A certain person, Zhao Yun of Changshan, is from the same clan as the general. Today, the world is in chaos and the people are in ruins. The general is a promising person. Why not help my master to rule the world fairly and bring peace to the world? In the future, he will be famous in the history of history. It is better than relying on people like Gongsun Du who have no talent or virtue."
Originally, according to Pang Tong's plan, he only needed to kill Zhao Chu and then impersonate him with others, so that he could open the gates of Xuantu and Xincheng, and seize the two important towns in the north in one fell swoop, thus achieving the goal of moving from the north to the south. He had planned a strategic goal, but seeing how stubborn Zhao Chu was, Zhao Yun really started to love talents and enlightened Zhao Chu with his words.
"I am a general of the defeated army. Since the general will not abandon you, I would like to join you as Jiwei."
Zhao Chu was originally a general under Gongsun Qi, the former prefect of Liaodong. He was stationed in the north of Liaodong. After Gongsun Du's rise, he saw that his power was growing, so he had to fall under his command. Speaking of loyalty to Gongsun Du, I can't say that I don't have it, but in fact I can't get much higher than myself. When Zhao Yun said this, I couldn't help but feel a little moved. After thinking about it again, I felt that although Gongsun Ming was young, he might be far more powerful than Gongsun Du. It is a good thing to serve someone who is worthy of comparison.
"Haha... Okay, General, you are indeed very righteous. Since you and I are from the same clan, we should treat each other as brothers. As the elder brother, please accept the bow of the younger brother."
Zhao Yun and Zhao Chu were originally from the same clan. In terms of seniority, they were really brothers. At this time, in order to completely appease Zhao Chu's heart, Zhao Yun did not hesitate to worship him as his brother.
"Okay, since I have received such a compliment from Brother Yun, I should return a big gift to Brother Yun. If Brother Yun can trust me and allow me to do so, I will turn back to Xuan Tu and his party. At noon three days later, I will take the lead." I’m here to surrender, I wonder what Brother Yun wants?”
After Zhao Chu bowed to Zhao Yun very calmly, he reached out to help him. Not only that, his words also had a clear meaning of taking a test.
"Good, I will station troops outside the south gate of Hou City to wait for my brother's arrival."
Zhao Chu made such a request as soon as he surrendered, which was obviously a bit excessive, but Zhao Yun did not hesitate at all and agreed without hesitation.
"Haha...Okay, let's go for my brother's sake."
Hearing that Zhao Yun agreed so readily, Zhao Chu couldn't help but burst into laughter. Without much words, he stretched out his hand and snatched a war horse from one of Zhao Yun's personal guards, turned over and got on it. On horseback, he went far away without looking back...
After Zhao Chu was liberated, Zhao Yun did not act according to Pang Tong's tips. He led his troops back to the south gate of Hou City three miles away and set up a camp. He did not attack Hou City and just stayed there quietly. The soldiers waited for three days, but Xu Fei, the defender of Hou City, did not dare to send out his troops to fight. He just stayed behind closed doors. The two armies faced each other peacefully for three days.
"Zilong, it's almost noon, and there's no sign of Zhao Chu. From what I've seen, Zilong is probably deceived by that guy."
On the third day, when noon was approaching, Zhao Yun was still sitting calmly in the Chinese army's tent, but the deputy general Lu Tao couldn't hold it in any longer, and he dismissed Zhao Yun with a look of anxiety on his face.
"Yicheng (Lu Tao's word), don't be anxious, there's still a quarter of an hour, just wait a little longer."
Even Lu Tao was already restless, but Zhao Yun, on the other hand, did not take the consequences of not following military orders to heart at all. His tone was calm and his expression remained calm.
"That's all. If the master is to blame, I will share the blame with Zilong."
Lu Tao and Zhao Yun had been working together for many years, and they were both Baima Yicongs. They couldn't bear to see Zhao Yun suffer the consequences. When it was time to help share the responsibilities, Lu Tao was not ambivalent at all.
"Don't worry Yicheng, I know it well and I won't let my brother suffer."
Lu Tao was kind-hearted, but Zhao Yun still didn't care and actually comforted Lu Tao.
"You, a cooked duck, still have a mouth..."
Seeing Zhao Yun's behavior, Lu Tao couldn't help but rolled his eyes. Just as he was about to say a few more words to silence Zhao Yun, he saw a military lord on duty rushing into the tent in great panic. Lu Tao's words of silence Only halfway through, he had to stop there.
"Report, general, a large number of Liaodong troops are rushing around the city from the high speed. General, please tell me where to go."
The military lord on duty was obviously very anxious. He didn't even have time to greet him, so he reported in a hurry.
"There is no need to panic. This must be someone's brother who has returned with his troops. Send the order and open the camp gate, and someone will go and greet him personally."
Hearing what the military commander on duty said, Lu Tao was so startled that he stood up, but Zhao Yun, on the other hand, didn't take it seriously at all. He stood up unhurriedly, gave casual instructions, and walked towards Let's go to the camp gate.
"Zilong, you... alas!"
Seeing Zhao Yun so relaxed and content, Lu Tao couldn't help but feel a little anxious. He quickly opened his mouth to persuade, but Zhao Yun obviously didn't intend to accept the advice. He just smiled indifferently and went on his way without looking back. When Lu Tao saw the Chinese army's tent, he felt helpless. He stamped his feet angrily and followed him out of the Chinese army's tent. However, he did not chase Zhao Yun, but rushed back. His own Zuoying secretly mobilized his soldiers and was ready to respond at any time...
