The Three Kingdoms: Zhaolie, the strategist, and the rise of the Han Dynasty

Chapter 55 Fortunately I didn't become an enemy of Lao Liu (Please read on!)
Just before sending troops to Langya, Liu Bei replied to the envoy from Beihai, asking Kong Rong to abandon Beihai and come to Xuzhou to jointly manage important affairs.

Judging from the time, Kong Rong was probably ready to go south.

If he happens to run into Yin Li, wouldn’t Kong Rong be in danger?

Of course, as the Prime Minister of Beihai, he should not be afraid of a Taishan bandit.

But Kong Rong is a wimp.

They couldn’t even deal with the Yellow Turban bandits, let alone the powerful Taishan Army.

From a military perspective, a siege is more than ten times more difficult to fight than a field battle.

Kong Rong held Beihai and defended the city against the Yellow Turban Army, but was defeated without any chance to fight back.

If we were to face the even more powerful Taishan Army in a field battle now, I’m afraid we would be killed without a burial place.

"If Kong Beihai fails, it is Bei's fault."

Liu Bei looked solemn and a little annoyed.

In history, Kong Rong was defeated by Yuan Tan a year and a half later.

However, the year before, it was Tian Kai who helped him to carry the charge in the front, but after being defeated, Kong Rong could no longer hold on.

They were defeated by Yuan Tan and only a few hundred people were left.

The historical books actually describe this period of history in a humorous way:
——"Rong Yin was reading, talking and laughing freely."

Even when Yuan's army attacked, Kong Rong was not panicked at all. He was still reading and chatting calmly.

If you don’t know me, you might think I was Zhou Gongjin, who could reduce masts and oars to ashes while chatting and laughing.

The next sentence is:
——"The city fell at night, so he fled to the east mountain, and his wife and children were captured by Tan."

The city was captured by Yuan Tan at night, and Kong Rong fled in a panic, while his wife and children were all captured.

It's true that he is both a novice and loves to play.

In fact, from this incident, we can also see that Kong Rong really can't fight a war, let alone employ people.

The enemy is right in front of you, but you don't go to the city wall to boost morale, but are still reading a book with a frivolous smile on your face.

Would the soldiers be disheartened when they saw this?

"Today Yin Li goes north and will attack Beihai."

"Kong Beihai abandoned the city and headed south. If he met Yin Li, they would definitely become enemies."

Li Yi analyzed in an orderly manner.

Zang Ba had some questions:

"Yuan Benchu is determined to take Qingzhou. He is currently at war with Gongsun Zan and cannot take care of Beihai for the time being."

"Even if Yin Li went to Beihai, how could he last long?"

Li Yi smiled and said:

"You have been occupying Langya for many years. Don't you know the situation in the world?"

"Yuan Benchu has three generations of ministers, and his students and former officials are all over the country. Most of the people he employs are children of aristocratic families. This is known to everyone."

"Yin Li comes from a poor family, so it is difficult for him to be employed by the Yuan family. If he can go to Beihai and then be presented to the Yuan family, he will surely be employed."

"If Yuan Shikai fails to conquer Qingzhou, he can be regarded as Kong Rong if he sits in Beihai."

Li Yi's words exposed Yin Li's motives.

The expressions of Zang Ba, Sun Guan and others suddenly changed, and they all looked at the young military advisor in surprise.

"We have known Yin Li for many years, but we still haven't figured out what he is thinking."

"Mr. Li was able to see through Yin Li's plan with just a map?"

"It seems that the rumors among the people that Mr. Li is a genius in the world are true."

The Taishan generals' thoughts were in turmoil, and a look of admiration gradually appeared in their eyes.

At the same time, they felt a little scared, and everyone was glad that they had agreed to Zang Ba's decision to join Liu.

Otherwise, they will face an extremely formidable opponent.

Just based on the existing information, Yin Li's plot can be completely exposed. It's really terrifying...

Of course, the most frightened among the crowd was Liu Bei.

"Fortunately, the military advisor was thoughtful and saw through Yin Li's plan. Otherwise, Kong Beihai would be in danger!"

After he finished speaking, his face straightened and he immediately shouted:

"Zhao Yun, listen to my orders!"

Zhao Yun walked out from the banquet and obeyed the order with great enthusiasm.

Liu Bei waved his hand and pointed:
"You lead eight hundred Hu cavalrymen to the north immediately to pursue Yin Li."

"I will lead the army behind you and follow you at any time!"

Zhao Yun accepted the order and hurriedly left. In history, Zhao Yun was more like a special soldier, the captain of the fire brigade, who was very suitable for carrying out special and difficult tasks.

That's why Li Yi recommended him.

This is analyzed from the perspective of ability.

As for Liu Bei, Zhao Yun had just returned, so he wanted to reward him with merit and establish his prestige.

In addition, the mixed Hu cavalry given by Brother Gongsun were all elites selected from the Wuhuan people, and they were very good at raiding.

He is the one who is most familiar with Zhao Yun, so there is no other choice but to be the one to pursue.

Just as Liu Bei was organizing his army, Li Yi quietly left the table.

When they arrived outside the camp, Zhao Yun had already gathered the Hu cavalry, picked up their spears and mounted their horses, ready to set off.

"General Zilong, please walk slowly!"

Li Yi stepped forward and called out to Zhao Yun.

Zhao Yun asked hurriedly:

"What are your orders, military advisor?"

He hurriedly dismounted and came to pay his respects. Li Yi supported him and whispered in his ear:

"General Zilong, when you go to the North Sea, you should keep an eye out for someone and bring her here."

Zhao Yun asked who it was.

Li Yi laughed:
"She is Taishi Ci's mother."

Taishi Ci was a filial son. After he brought his mother to him, he naturally wanted to protect her safety. Qingzhou was in chaos now, and it was difficult for the old lady to take care of herself at her age.

The second reason is of course to increase the bargaining chips to attract Taishi Ci.

"I understand, but I don't know this person, and I don't know where to look for him?" Zhao Yun asked carefully.

"This is an easy matter. After you meet Kong Beihai, just ask him."

Li Yi believed in Zhao Yun's ability to save people.

You have to know that Zhao Yun in history was not just someone who supported the young lord.

At Changbanpo in Dangyang, Zilong not only rescued Adou, but also rescued Madam Gan.

This is the value of: "The last lord and Lady Gan were both saved from danger."

……

Qingxu area.

A fierce fight is going on.

One thousand Taishan soldiers are besieging and killing two thousand Beihai soldiers.

Under the protection of his personal guards, Kong Rong sat in the center of the army and commanded his soldiers to resist the enemy.

"I didn't expect to encounter the enemy army as soon as I left the North Sea!"

Kong Rong was a little annoyed. Judging from the number, there were quite a few thieves.

Why am I so unlucky? I thought that by leaving Beihai, I could avoid the fight with the Yuan family.

As a result, they turned around and encountered such a fierce bandit army.

"Have you found out which bandit army they are from?"

Kong Rong asked his soldiers.

"Reporting to the Prime Minister, this is the territory of Dong'an, and these troops should be Yin Li's Taishan troops."

"...Humph, what a bunch of bandits!"

Kong Rong was so angry that he blew his beard and glared. He hated the thieves to his core.

He hated Yin Li, a thief who was "recruited", even more.

Zang Ba and others were originally bandits, but because of their contributions in suppressing the Yellow Turban Rebellion, they were whitewashed and made regular officials by the imperial court.

Kong Rong did not like those lower-class people who relied on military merit to get to the top. He paid more attention to scholars.

He brought this concept into the army, which influenced everyone from the squad leader to the platoon leader, village leader, and group leader.

If the army cannot produce talented people, it will naturally not be able to win battles.

So much so that even with the numerical advantage, they were still suppressed by the Taishan Army.

The commander gave poor command and the morale of the soldiers was low.

Soon the Beihai soldiers were in chaos and were defeated by the Taishan army.

Even Kong Rong's several hundred personal guards were exhausted and unable to resist the enemy army, and were soon surrounded.

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