Wei Xiaobao's Three Kingdoms Adventure

Chapter 119 I Became the Bait

The last time Qiao Rui was transporting grain, he was ambushed by Wei Xiaobao and Guan Yu on the north bank of the Huai River. This time, he had made preparations in advance. He first sent a small group of cavalry to pretend to cross the river to explore the way, and was ready to let the main force cross the river only after confirming that it was safe.

Wei Xiaobao was only thinking about Da Qiao. When he heard someone report that Qiao Rui's troops had crossed the river, he led more than a thousand cavalrymen under his command and rushed out of the military camp.

Wei Xiaobao originally wanted to use the same trick to catch Qiao Rui again, but when he arrived at the bank of the Huai River, he found that he had been tricked.

When Wei Xiaobao was about to retreat, Qiao Rui had already safely crossed the river and was chasing Wei Xiaobao.

Wei Xiaobao led his soldiers and fled all the way back, and they dared to stop their horses to catch their breath even when it was dark and windy at night.

Unexpectedly, Qiao Rui chased him closely, shouting "Capture Wei Xiaobao alive" and rushed forward to kill him.

Wei Xiaobao led his team into the valley where Zhang Liao had previously besieged Guan Yu. Looking at the bloodstains on the ground, he thought that the cavalry were moving slowly in the valley and that Qiao Rui would catch up with them sooner or later. He felt regretful.

"Damn it, the place where I planned to capture Zhang Liao wouldn't become my own grave, would it?"

Just when Wei Xiaobao was still in shock, dozens of rows of torches suddenly appeared on the hillsides on both sides, and Zhuge Liang and Zhao Yun were among the torches.

Wei Xiaobao dismounted and ran straight towards Zhuge Liang, shouting as he ran: "Military Advisor, save me!"

Zhuge Liang and Zhao Yun laughed heartily on the top of the hill.

Zhao Yun shouted, "Don't panic, second brother. The military advisor has already deployed a large force in the valley. Even if Liang Naqiao Rui had wings, he wouldn't be able to escape."

In an instant, a large number of soldiers rushed out from the hillsides on both sides, shouting and rushing towards the valley.

Before Wei Xiaobao could recover from his shock while standing beside Zhuge Liang, the battle in the valley had already ended.

When Wei Xiaobao saw Qiao Rui being brought up, tied up, he teased, "Old man, why aren't you chasing me anymore? You almost made me wet my pants!"

Zhuge Liang held the feather fan in front of Wei Xiaobao's chest and said, "Bozhi, don't be rude. General Qiao was so eager to avenge his daughter that he fell into your trap."

Qiao Rui cursed: "Wei Xiaobao, you killed my daughter. Even if I become a ghost, I will not let you go!"

"Who killed your daughter? Da Qiao was a guest at our house. I wonder how fair and beautiful she became because of me!"

Zhuge Liang waved his feather fan and said to Qiao Rui, "General Qiao, calm down. This is just fake news I sent people to Shouchun to spread. If you don't believe me, just wait and see!"

After the crowd moved aside, Da Qiao suddenly appeared in front of everyone.

Wei Xiaobao was quick and hurriedly took out his dagger and went forward to cut the rope on Qiao Rui.

Da Qiao took two quick steps and knelt down in front of Qiao Rui with a plop.

Qiao Rui loosened his arms and legs, put his hands on Da Qiao's shoulders and looked at Zhuge Liang: "This...this..."

Zhuge Liang and Zhao Yun smiled at each other.

Wei Xiaobao was also puzzled and asked hurriedly, "Brother, when did you bring Da Qiao here?"

Zhao Yun said, "The military advisor knew your arrogance would lead to your downfall, so he deliberately sent you as the vanguard to lead General Qiao into the valley. After you set out, we will bring Da Qiao to ambush you here and dispel General Qiao's misunderstanding as soon as possible."

Qiao Rui looked at Da Qiao carefully and kept saying, "It's all Dad's fault. I made you suffer."

Da Qiao said, "General Wei treated me very well, and I never suffered any injustice."

Zhuge Liang waited until Qiao Rui and his daughter calmed down before speaking, "General Qiao, Yuan Shu's immorality will sooner or later lead to his being deserted by his friends and relatives. Now that you've left Shouchun and reunited with your daughter, why not join me and the others in Xia Pi and seek refuge with my lord?"

Da Qiao also advised, "Father, Yuan Shu never intended for you to rescue me. The soldiers you brought with you are all old and weak, except for your former subordinates. I have spent so much time in Xiaopei and Xiapi, and I know that General Liu cares for the people and loves them like his own children. Why don't we go to General Liu's place?"

Qiao Rui was still hesitating, and Zhuge Liang winked at Wei Xiaobao.

Wei Xiaobao poked Da Qiao.

Da Qiao continued, "Besides, I have already promised General Wei that if you go back to Shouchun, I will not go with you."

Qiao Rui asked, "What did you promise him?" Da Qiao blushed.

Wei Xiaobao said, "Promise to marry me."

Qiao Rui's face turned red with anger.

Wei Xiaobao said, "Go back and die first, don't bring trouble to my wife."

Zhuge Liang quickly tried to smooth things over: "Marriage is a matter of parents' orders and matchmakers' words. I'm willing to act as a matchmaker for Bozhi. I wonder if General Qiao can help me achieve this?"

Seeing that things had come to this, Qiao Rui had no choice but to say, "I am willing to go to Xia Pi, but Da Qiao's marriage needs to be discussed further."

Wei Xiaobao cursed in his heart, "I'm willing to acknowledge you as my father-in-law, but you're putting on airs!"

Qiao Rui turned to Wei Xiaobao and said, "My youngest daughter is still in Shouchun. If you can rescue her, I am willing to marry both of my daughters to you!"

Wei Xiaobao quickly took back what he had said in his heart and said, "A gentleman's word is as good as a horse!"

Qiao Rui extended his palm and said, "A gentleman's word is as good as gold!"

Wei Xiaobao should high-five him to swear an oath.

Da Qiao accompanied Qiao Rui to the rear army tent to reminisce about the past. Wei Xiaobao stopped Zhuge Liang and shamelessly asked, "Military Advisor, what plan do you have that will allow me to go to Shouchun and rescue Xiao Qiao?"

Zhuge Liang turned to look at Zhao Yun and said with a smile, "Zilong, is it true as I said, that your second brother will come to me for advice?"

Zhao Yun also laughed heartily and said to Wei Xiaobao, "Before we set out, the military advisor anticipated that General Qiao would be concerned about Xiao Qiao's safety after his surrender, and he also anticipated that you would volunteer to rescue her. Although the current situation is slightly different from what the military advisor anticipated, he has already prepared a plan, waiting for your inquiry!"

Wei Xiaobao smiled awkwardly.

Zhuge Liang said, "You will change into the uniform of one of Qiao Rui's men, sneak into Shouchun among the defeated army, and after you find Xiao Qiao, wait in the city for news. Zilong will then lead his troops in a feint attack. Once Yuan Shu leaves the city, you will take the opportunity to sneak out and reunite with Zilong."

Wei Xiaobao clapped his hands in praise, but then he changed his mind and muttered, "Xiao Qiao has never met me. Even if I could find General Qiao's residence, I wouldn't necessarily be able to convince Xiao Qiao to follow me."

Zhao Yun laughed heartily and said, "You're usually so clever, how come you're so confused when faced with something like this? Is there no token of love between Da Qiao and her sister? Even if there isn't a token of love, there are always secret words between sisters."

Wei Xiaobao slapped his thigh, turned around and chased Da Qiao, causing Zhuge Liang and Zhao Yun behind him to burst into laughter again.

Not long after Qiao Rui and Da Qiao sat down, they saw Wei Xiaobao rush in, sweating profusely.

Da Qiao stood up and asked, "General Wei, what's the urgent matter? Why do you look so flustered?"

Wei Xiaobao said, "I already have a way to go to Shouchun to rescue your sister."

Da Qiao was overjoyed and said, "Then we have General Lao Wei."

Wei Xiaobao continued, "But I've never seen her, and she doesn't recognize me. I'm worried she won't go with me. Do you have any token of love?"

Da Qiao shook her head and said, "I was in such a hurry when I left Shouchun that I didn't bring it with me."

Wei Xiaobao lowered his voice and asked, "Are there any little secrets that only you two sisters know?"

Da Qiao blushed and felt embarrassed.

Wei Xiaobao was anxious and urged, "Oh, please tell me quickly, otherwise your sister will be in danger when Yuan Shu finds out that your father has surrendered to us."

Da Qiao pulled Wei Xiaobao aside and pointed at her chest and said, "My little sister and I each have a birthmark on our chest, mine on the left and hers on the right."

Wei Xiaobao narrowed his eyes and said, "I don't believe it unless you show it to me."

Da Qiao angrily said, "I've only been speaking kindly to you for two days, and you're acting like this again! If this continues, my father, daughter, and I will never forgive you, even if we die right now."

Wei Xiaobao stuck out his tongue and turned to run, laughing as he ran, "You'll have to show me sooner or later!"

(End of this chapter)