The ninth son of the emperor was demoted at the beginning. I have a famous Chinese general.

"Your Highness, I will now ask you a question."

"Ning Quan, I want to ask you, do you have any intention of rebellion?"

After the people around him retreated, Liu Yi said directly.

"Interrogation by order?"

"Alright, then I will answer you. I have never intended to rebel."

Ning Pian's expression became serious and he said coldly.

"Let me ask you again, if I give Beiting to you, can you become the pillar of Daqian and protect Daqian's border forever?" Liu Yi continued to ask.

"Since I came to Hulan, fought against the Huns, and conquered Beiting, isn't everything I have done to protect the Daqian country?" Ning Quan asked directly.

"Okay, Your Highness, I have taken note of your words and will report them to Your Majesty truthfully."

"I hope Your Highness will forgive me for any offense I may have caused you."

Liu Yi took a deep breath and nodded.

"It's okay, you are also questioning according to the emperor's order."

Ning Quan waved his hand.

"Then I will take my leave. Your Majesty awaits my reply."

Liu Yi stood up and said.

"In that case, I will not see you off."

Ning Quan said calmly.

"Your Highness is too polite. I will take my leave first."

"Ok!"

Liu Yi bowed and left the county government office

After Liu Yi left, Ning Quan let out a sigh and felt a little annoyed.

Liu Yi must have come here at the behest of His Majesty to test me.

Ning Quan knew very well that as his power grew, many forces, including His Majesty, could no longer sit still.

"Hmph, please don't force me, otherwise..."

Ning Quan narrowed his eyes, revealing a cold murderous intent, and muttered to himself.

"Your Highness, why is Lord Liu visiting?"

After Liu Yi left, Zhuge Liang came up and asked.

"Humph, you just want to pick the fruit, take back Beiting, and test my attitude."

Ning Quan sneered and repeated what he had just said to Liu Yi.

"I see. It seems His Majesty is really worried about Your Highness."

"However, judging from Lord Liu's words, Your Majesty must be in a dilemma and can't make up his mind for the time being!" Zhuge Liang analyzed.

"Hmph, I think I can guess what he's thinking."

"He wants me to not rebel, but also wants me to help him."

Ning Quan shook his head and said self-deprecatingly.

"Your Highness is quite right, but your Highness's reply was very good, which at least can reassure Your Majesty."

"In this case, if nothing unexpected happens, His Majesty should hand over Beiting to Your Highness."

Zhuge Liang nodded slightly.

"Yes, that's what I think too."

"Never mind it, let's take down Changhe first."

Ning Quan nodded, his eyes flashing.

.......

A few days later, northeast of Hulun!

“Boom!~”

Tens of thousands of cavalrymen galloped, raising clouds of dust, and headed towards Hulun.

The leader was Huo Qubing.

Since leading his army to leave the Huyan tribe, Huo Qubing traveled non-stop and finally returned to Hulan in ten days.

Seeing Hulan City right before his eyes, Huo Qubing showed a hint of joy on his face and shouted loudly:

"Give the order and speed up."

"Tap tap tap...."

Suddenly, the entire army surged in like a tide, raising a cloud of dust.

It took only half an incense stick of time to reach the foot of Hulun City.

Outside the city gate, Ning Quan, who had received the news, was already waiting there.

Looking at the returning Huo Qubing, Ning Quan was excited.

Huo Qubing was indeed a man of unparalleled talent. He first pacified the Donghu and then took down the Huyan tribe. His command ability was unquestionable.

"I pay my respects to Your Highness."

Huo Qubing dismounted from his horse, stepped forward and knelt down.

"No gift."

"General Huo, you have worked hard."

Ning Quan helped Huo Qubing up and said.

"Thank you, Your Highness." Huo Qubing bowed.

"Haha, today is a day worth celebrating. Come, let's go into the city."

Ning Quan patted Huo Qubing on the shoulder and said generously.

"Yes, Your Highness!"

Huo Qubing responded and walked towards the city with Ning Quan.

Upon hearing that Huo Qubing had returned victorious, the people of Hulan were overjoyed and took to the streets to welcome him.

"Great! General Huo has won another victory."

"Yes, I, Hulan, am finally safe and secure. I no longer have to worry about being bullied by the Xiongnu!"

"My Hulan is saved!"

Everywhere along the way, there were sounds of cheering and excitement, and it was extremely lively.

"Boss, it seems the rumors are true. Huo Qubing really did pacify the Huyan tribe!"

"This is bad. Now that he's back, General Gu is in danger."

In a roadside restaurant, a waiter said with a gloomy face.

"Nonsense, that's even necessary."

"Hurry up and send someone to report to General Gu immediately. Tell him that Huo Qubing has returned and brought at least 20,000 cavalry with him."

The shopkeeper's face turned even paler, and he urged urgently.

“Yes, I’ll go right away.”

After hearing what the shopkeeper said, the waiter left in a hurry.

On the other side, Ning Quan and Huo Qubing returned to the county government office happily.

Then a grand banquet was held to celebrate Huo Qubing's triumphant return.

No one expected that the news of Huo Qubing's return would be learned by the spies in Hexi and quickly passed back.

......

At this time, under the city of Changhe.

Gu Xincheng's army was in a stalemate with Xiang **'s army.

Gu Xincheng arrived in Changhe City three days ago.

The 50,000 soldiers under his command are all elite troops from Hexi and have extremely strong combat effectiveness.

But the Hulun Army on the opposite side was also not weak, with 35,000 infantry and 5,000 cavalry.

The two sides fought several times, and both were evenly matched, with neither able to defeat the other.

Gu Xincheng was helpless about this. He knew clearly that unless the Anxi Army took action, he would be unable to do anything to the other side.

But can the Anxi army move?

Totally impossible.

The Anxi Army was also waiting, waiting for both themselves and Hulan to be defeated, and then they would reap the benefits and take advantage.

"Report... General, Hulan has an urgent report."

Suddenly, a scout came galloping over and shouted.

"What urgent news? Bring it to me!"

Gu Xincheng's expression became stern and he spoke.

"Yes, General!"

Upon hearing this, the scout quickly took out a letter and handed it to Gu Xincheng.

“Damn it, how could this happen?”

After reading the contents of the letter, Gu Xincheng's face changed drastically.

The secret report clearly stated that Huo Qubing had pacified the Huyan tribe and led his troops back.

"Order the entire army to retreat immediately."

Gu Xincheng did not dare to delay and gave the order without delay.

He had little confidence in this expedition, but now Huo Qubing led his army back and brought back more than 20,000 cavalrymen.

If he does not retreat immediately, he will be killed.

"Yes, General!"

Upon hearing the order, several deputy generals agreed without hesitation.

Half a day later, Gu Xincheng led his troops to retreat hastily.

“Why did you withdraw so suddenly?”

When Xiang Yu received the news, he came outside the camp and watched Gu Xincheng's army retreat with a frown.

"Huh, this guy must have noticed something?"

"Could it be that... General Huo has returned, and Gu Xincheng received the news in time?"

Xiang Yu suddenly reacted.

"Looks like I'm unlucky and can't eat this piece of fat meat."

"Order the army to take the time to rest and regroup, and to launch a full-scale attack on Changhe City starting tomorrow."

Xiang Yu sighed and then gave the order.

Gu Xincheng retreated and he had no way to pursue him.

In this case, we should concentrate our superior forces to capture Changhe City as soon as possible.

"Yes! General!"

All the generals responded in unison, and then went down to make preparations.

Gu Xincheng suddenly retreated, and Li Chenglin of course also received the news.