The video takes us to ancient times; Li Er transforms into the Tongtian Emperor of Shu Han.

The abolition of state-level administrative divisions and the establishment of provincial governors did indeed suppress the Yellow Turban Rebellion to a great extent.

As a result, the Yellow Turban Army, which once controlled eight provinces, was reduced to hiding and fleeing in less than six months, and was no longer able to confront the army that was suppressing the rebellion head-on!

Upon learning of this outcome, Xiang Yu was not surprised at all.

From the first time he saw the Yellow Turbans training their troops, he realized that it was a rabble of rebels.

Apart from Zhang Jiao, most people didn't even know what they were supposed to do.

They only wanted to fill their stomachs.

It was only because of Zhang Jiao's death that the people in Guangzong understood something.

Perhaps many who led the people to join the Yellow Turbans did so with the initial intention of following Zhang Jiao.

But as their power grows, how many people will remember their original intentions?

From beginning to end, Xiang Yu never considered the Yellow Turban rebels, who had risen up in the other prefectures and counties, as his own people.

As he said, the key to a good army is quality, not quantity!

Currently, besides the 8,000 elite soldiers who have already been battle-tested, he has more than 80,000 soldiers in his hands, including the surrendered soldiers brought by Huangfu Song.

enough!

"Huangfu Song, are the military rations and supplies ready?"

"All preparations were complete, and as instructed by the Overlord, enough food was left for the people in the city to survive."

During the days of preparing provisions, Huangfu Song became increasingly alarmed.

The Yellow Turban Army, or rather Zhang Jiao, had more popular support than he had anticipated!

When he led his men to distribute grain to the people, many people were more concerned about whether there was enough for them to eat, rather than whether there was enough for the army.

Many even said that if there wasn't enough military rations, they could take less.

It can be said that Zhang Jiao's death completely elevated his status in the hearts of the people to an unparalleled level!

The more Huangfu Song saw, the less he regretted his choice!

If Zhang Jiao's ideal world could truly be realized, it would definitely benefit countless generations to come!

"Now that preparations are complete, the army can set off."

"Liu Hong doesn't dare to face me anymore, so let's go find him!"

The reason for this long delay was to gather all the grain from the various imperial granaries.

Now that everything is ready, it's time to let those people in the court know what fear is!

Should we assign more personnel to escort the grain supplies?

"Although the imperial court has not shown any signs of sending troops again, their spies have never let up. Once our supplies are cut off, we may find it difficult to prepare such a complete supply again in a short period of time."

Huangfu Song believed that Xiang Yu had made arrangements for such an important matter, but to prevent any unexpected events, he still asked a question.

"Escorting grain?"

"Isn't that what your 80,000 troops are for?"

Xiang Yu looked completely puzzled.

Huangfu Song was even more dumbfounded when he received this answer.

what?

Overlord, do you want to listen to what you're saying?

My 80,000 men are responsible for transporting grain and fodder, so the attack on the city depends entirely on your 8,000 men.

Are you serious?

"Your Majesty, is it not a bit too presumptuous to conquer cities and seize territories with only eight thousand men?"

What can eight thousand people do?

"Let's leave it at that for now. If it gets too difficult, then it'll be your turn to come in handy."

Xiang Yu said calmly.

Based on his understanding of the Han army, there was absolutely no need to besiege the city.

Would soldiers of such a rotten dynasty, from top to bottom, really fight to the death to defend the city?

Not to mention that Lu Zhi was still in prison, this move directly chilled the hearts of many generals.

If anyone were willing to fight to the death for the Han Dynasty under such circumstances, that would be a real joke!

Everything that followed was exactly as Xiang Yu had predicted.

By avoiding the cities guarded by feudal lords, the Yellow Turban army encountered almost no significant obstacles along the way.

Often, as soon as the siege ladders were put up, people in the city would surrender.

Even when faced with tough challenges, the soldiers' skills simply couldn't keep up.

First to storm the city, seize the flag, and slay the general.

With such a commander in charge, the Yellow Turban Rebellion was completely transformed.

Huangfu Song was struggling to keep up with Xiang Yu's pace, even when it came to escorting grain supplies.

Within a month, before anyone could react, Xiang Yu had already breached the Sishui Pass and was now standing in the distance, facing Luoyang.

When Huangfu Song escorted the grain supplies to Sishui Pass, he never expected that his return to Luoyang would be in such a manner.

What Xiang Yu said was absolutely true.

None of the warlords reacted in time, or rather, they all thought that the others would be able to stop this army!

By the time they realized what was happening, it was too late!

With Sishui Pass firmly in his grasp, no matter which warlord comes to his aid, he will have to face this impregnable pass first!

At present, in Luoyang, apart from Lu Zhi, who is still in prison, there is only He Jin who can be called a general!

Only then did Liu Hong actually receive the news.

The various warlords didn't even exchange messages!

In the palace.

Liu Hong dismissed all the palace maids and summoned Zhang Rang, He Jin, and other people he trusted most.

"These treacherous officials and traitors, not only did they fail to help me stop the rebel army, they didn't even send back any news. Now Xiang Ji has led the Yellow Turban army into Sishui Pass. In your opinion, what should I do?"

He has already gone through the phase of rage.

During that period, all the porcelain that could be seen in the palace was smashed to pieces.

But now, he has calmed down.

What's done is done, so we have to find a way to solve it!

"Your Majesty, there are still 50,000 troops in the city. If we defend the city and command the feudal lords to lead their armies to aid the king, we will surely ensure that Xiang Yu never returns!"

"Your Majesty, Xiang Ji is coming with overwhelming force. His divine strength is truly unmatched in Luoyang. Why not abandon the city and head south?"

He Jin wanted to defend, while Zhang Rang wanted to escape!

The two men's opinions clashed at that moment!

“Escape? But judging from Xiang Ji’s appearance, he most likely won’t let me go.”

"Furthermore, Emperor Gaozu obtained this empire from Xiang Yu. If I were to flee from him, how would I face him in the afterlife?"

Liu Hong thought for a moment, shook his head and rejected Zhang Rang's suggestion, then turned to look at He Jin.

"Tell me, my dear minister, who in the city can stop Xiang Yu?"

"Everyone can stop him!"

He Jin smiled confidently.

Is he someone everyone can stop?

Zhang Rang almost burst out laughing at that remark.

Dude, do you want to listen to what you're saying?

Can everyone stop Xiang Yu?

How could Emperor Gaozu have been chased all over the country back then?

"Don't forget, the troops behind Xiang Yu now aren't his Jiangdong soldiers, but a bunch of peasants making up the Yellow Turban Army!"

The characteristic of peasants is that they are easily swayed by external events!

If the morale of his army is affected, then even with Xiang Yu's bravery, it would be a pipe dream for him to conquer Luoyang!

"Oh? My dear minister, you mean..."

"Use those peasants?"

Liu Hong understood immediately.

He seemed to know what He Jin wanted to do.

Coincidentally, this suggestion hit the nail on the head!