The strongest Marquis in history

Ye Li said solemnly: "Your Highness, please rest assured, I promise to complete the task."

Wang Qi immediately mobilized soldiers and left with Xia Houhu and a group of more than [-] elites.

These two hundred people are truly brave soldiers.

And 200 people are cavalry.

This is almost all the cavalry under Wang Qi's command, because in the south of the Yangtze River, it is inconvenient for cavalry to travel.In particular, the horses of these cavalry were mainly provided by Lu Yuanda when they were in Jiujiang County.

Wang Qi was able to form a cavalry force of more than two hundred men.

In the south of the Yangtze River, there is a shortage of war horses.

There are even fewer cavalry.

Wang Qi led a group of people, and Ye Li led the troops on the way. In a short period of time, he had already arrived at the place where Gu Kang and Ye Li had divided their troops.

At the same time, another spy left to inquire about the news.

Make sure you know what's going on.

Not so dark as eyes.

The team pursued quickly, but it was already dark.Fortunately, it is August now, and the moon is like a round disk. Under the bright moonlight, even though it is night, the road can be seen clearly.

But even so, it was a torch.

The army continued to pursue.

After coming out of the road that divides the troops, there is a straight road all the way.Moreover, there is only one road to go to Lujiang County, so it is relatively easy to catch up.

After this pursuit, time passed, and it was almost at night, and there was no trace of Gu Kang in front of him yet.

After all, during the battle in the afternoon, when Gu Kang's army retreated, Gu Kang withdrew first.Wang Qi led his men to the ferry, and after taking down Ye Li, he brought his men in pursuit.

Ye Li also followed Wang Qi on the road, because he hadn't caught up with Lu Kang for a long time, Ye Li also became a little anxious.If he can't catch up, it means that he hasn't done a good job.

This is an important matter for him to surrender to Wang Qi.

It must be done well.

Ye Li looked at Wang Qi who was not far away, and shouted: "His Royal Highness King Qi, I'm sure we did not make a mistake in our pursuit. Gu Kang must have retreated overnight, that's why we didn't catch up for the time being."

He was not only talking to Wang Qi, but also cheering himself up, for fear that he would not catch up.

Wang Qi said: "Don't worry, just chase."

Ye Li slowed down a little when he heard Wang Qi's words.

When the time passed, there was a sentry in front of the pipeline, and he came back quickly to report: "Your Highness, about fifteen miles in front of us, there is a group of people who stopped to rest. It is Gu Kang's army."

Wang Qi cheered up, and ordered: "Come on, hurry up at full speed, and come back to rest after catching up with Gu Kang. If you take Gu Kang down, this king will give you a lot of rewards."

"Yes!"

All the soldiers were ordered.

At this moment, everyone became excited. They were afraid that they would be busy for half the night and would not gain anything.Now that they finally got the news, all the cavalry were ready to fight.

clatter!clatter!clatter! ! !

With the sound of horseshoes rushing, everyone rode their horses and started to speed up, heading straight for Gu Kang's army fifteen miles ahead.

Chapter 522 Surrender

On the night of August, the night is very light, the full moon rises into the sky, and the bright moonlight shines down, so that the road can be seen clearly under the night.On the official road, piles of bonfires were burning, and the firewood crackled and burned, dispelling the darkness.

Around the campfire, many soldiers sat.

The soldier's expression was miserable and dignified, with a touch of fear and uneasiness.

Gu Kang and Qu Jin were alone at a bonfire.The two of them ran all the way back and didn't even eat dinner. Now they are very hungry, their bodies are also very tired, and their faces are quite pale.Now far away from the place where the fighting was fought, Gu Kang even left a sentry behind to make sure that there were no pursuers behind, so he stopped to rest.

Gu Kang looked at Qu Jin and said in a deep voice: "Mr. Qu, our loss this time is too great. The 300-odd army in Lujiang County can be said to have been completely ruined. There are less than [-] people around us. Even if When we returned to Lujiang County, it was not easy to resist Wang Qi's attack."

Qu Jin stroked his beard under his chin, and said with a sad face: "In fact, there is still a chance to resist Wang Qi alone, relying on the influence of the prefect among the people. The biggest problem is Xiong Tai's death, which is the most difficult. "

Gu Kang said: "That's true."

Thinking of Xiong Tai's matter, Gu Kang felt extremely bad and irritable.

What is Xiong Tai going to fight for when he has nothing to do?

Not only did he not win, he was killed instead.

Gu Kang was silent for a while, and said, "Mr. Qu, what do you think I should do in the current situation?"

Qu Jin said: "This way of retreating, the humble official is also thinking about it. Under the current situation, the prefect has three choices."

Gu Kang said: "Sir, tell me in detail."

Qu Jin said: "The first option is to truthfully report the news to the State of Chu, tell the King of Chu about Xiong Tai's death, and tell the King of Chu that you will definitely guard Lujiang County. In addition, regarding the killing of Xiong Tai, even Xiong Tai killed himself, my lord should also take the initiative to confess that you underestimated the enemy, and showed that it is not good for you to protect Xiong Tai, please punish him by the king of Chu. No matter what, we will talk about it after pleading guilty."

Gu Kang shook his head.

Taking the initiative to plead guilty is tantamount to putting one's own life and death in the hands of the King of Chu.

Xiong Tai has a great influence in the state of Chu, and is considered by many people to be the heir of the state of Chu in the future.However, Xiong Tai died just like that. The king of Chu now considers the importance of Lujiang County and does not deal with him, but what about the future?

People from Xiong Tai's family, won't you deal with him?

Too many questions.

Seeing Gu Kang's expression, Qu Jin knew that Gu Kang didn't choose, and continued: "The second option is that the adults don't care about Xiong Tai's death, and at the same time arrange for people to sneak into Xiangyang and take the family to Lujiang County. Then, you can do your best Resist Wang Qi and defend Lujiang County."

Gu Kang said in a deep voice: "If you do this, it is tantamount to displeasing both sides and offending Wang Qi and the King of Chu at the same time."

Qu Jin said: "It's true that both sides are not happy, but only in such a situation can you ensure your own safety. In addition, if the King of Chu attacks you, then you should submit to Wang Qi. If Wang Qi wants to attack you, you should submit to the King of Chu. In short, no matter whether it is the King of Chu or Wang Qi, it is impossible for you to submit to the other side, so that you have the opportunity to remain neutral, this is the way to take the edge of the sword."

"Not right, not right!"

Gu Kang shook his head hastily.

Qu Jin said: "Your Excellency is worried that both sides will not please you. In fact, you will have no choice at all. No matter which side you submit to, you will have no choice, right?"

Gu Kang said: "That's what it means. When I offend both sides, how can I join one side? In fact, such an idea is simply impossible."

Qu Jin said: "The third option is to surrender to Wang Qi. After you surrender to Wang Qi, you can use Wang Qi's power to bring your family back. If Chu State wants to attack, it doesn't matter if there is Wang Qi."

Gu Kang frowned after hearing this.

Surrender to Wang Qi?

What kind of choice is this?

Gu Kang still likes the previous days. He lives in Lujiang County by himself, and the days are relaxed and carefree.But now, everything has become tricky, even in a difficult situation.

"Report!"

At this moment, a whistle suddenly came running from behind.

The sentry was arranged by Gu Kang to guard the surroundings to ensure his own safety at all times.

The sentry came to Gu Kang's side, with a nervous expression, and reported: "My lord, there are pursuers in the rear, coming towards us. Because of the darkness and our men have horses, we can come back first. The other party and us The distance should not be too far."

Gu Kang's face suddenly changed drastically.

The situation is not good!

Gu Kang ordered the sentry to continue to inquire, then looked at Qu Jin, and said, "Sir, among the three options you mentioned, which one do you think is the most suitable?"

Qu Jin thought for a while, and said: "Sir, if you want to talk about choices, you can only choose the third one. If Xiong Tai is not dead, you can go to Chu State. It's great not to have the foundation of Lujiang County. But Xiong Tai is dead, so you can't go to Chu State , so surrendering to Wang Qi is the most suitable choice."

Gu Kang suddenly fell silent.

Surrender?

This battle was really aggrieved to the extreme.

Qu Jin continued: "My lord, time is running out, we have to make a decision immediately. In fact, Wang Qi is now sending people to chase after him, and it is difficult for us to escape. That's all."

"Ugh……"

Gu Kang let out a deep sigh.

"Down!"

Gu Kang didn't hesitate much, because he had no choice but to choose to surrender.No matter how much he misses the past, but at the moment, he has no choice.

Qu Jin said: "My lord, this is the end of the matter, you have to consider one more thing. Even if you surrender, you have to ask Wang Qi to arrange someone to bring your family back first. This is fundamental."

Gu Kang nodded and stopped talking.

He waited quietly.

"Da da da!!!"

It didn't take long before I heard the rapid sound of horseshoes.Not long after, the rapid sound of horseshoes rumbled, and the ground seemed to tremble under the trampling of the horseshoes.

The sound is getting louder and louder.

The distance is getting closer and closer.

Gu Kang's face became serious, but he didn't move from the beginning to the end.Even though the soldiers under his command stood up, they were stopped by Gu Kang and did not need to make a move.

Not long after, a group of cavalry had already caught up.

When Wang Qi arrived with his troops, he took the lead, so as soon as the troops arrived, they saw Gu Kang.

Wang Qi saw that the people under Gu Kangqi's command were all standing, but they didn't make a move, and they didn't run away, so he understood in a blink of an eye, knowing that Gu Kang probably knew that he couldn't get rid of them, so he didn't run away.

Wang Qi led people to surround him, his eyes fell on Gu Kang who had already got up.

Gu Kang took the initiative and said: "King Qi, I am willing to surrender. However, I have one condition. As long as you agree to my condition, I will order you to surrender, otherwise I would rather die than submit to you."

Wang Qi said: "Tell me!"

Gu Kang said in a deep voice: "Although I am the prefect of Lujiang County, I am from Chu State and was supported by Chu State. My family is still in Chu State. If you arrange someone to bring my family back, I will Promise to submit to you."

Wang Qi flicked his sleeves and promised: "I agree to your conditions, and I promise to bring them back intact. I will write them down and arrange for people to take action in the territory of Chu State to bring back your family. But During this period, news about Xiong Tai must be blocked, after all, he is the third prince of Chu. Once the news is sent back to Xiangyang, it will be very difficult for your family to take you away."

Gu Kang stared wide-eyed, with an incredulous expression, and said, "King Qi actually knows Xiong Tai's identity?"

Wang Qi smiled and explained: "Ye Li has surrendered at Xilin Ferry. As well as your soldiers, there is no way to escape. Everyone, surrender."

Gu Kang sighed, and said: "Mr. Qu guessed it, there is a problem with the ferry."

Wang Qidao: "Speaking of this song master, who is Qu Jin?"

"It's next!"

Qu Jin stepped forward and bowed in salute.

Wang Qi sized up Qu Jin. He knew from Ye Li's words that Qu Jin decided that there might be an ambush at the ferry.This incident alone shows Qu Jin's ability, and Gu Kang's ability to manage Lujiang County well cannot be separated from Qu Jin's assistance.

This is a capable man.

Wang Qi said in a deep voice: "Mr. Qu, are you willing to work for this king?"

Qu Jin was stunned.

Wang Qi recruited him directly?

Gu Kang who was standing was also a little surprised.Wang Qidu hadn't really recruited him yet, he just accepted his surrender, but he directly recruited Qu Jin, which was too surprising.

Chapter 523 Yangzhou Shepherd

Qu Jin recovered in a blink of an eye, looked at Wang Qi, and asked in surprise: "Dare to ask King Qi, Qu is unknown and not a big shot, just a master bookkeeper, why did you recruit me? "

Wang Qidao: "According to Ye Li, Gu Kang was going to flee to Xilin Ferry after his defeat. You temporarily suggested that there was an ambush at Xilin Ferry. That's why Gu Kang turned around and evacuated."

Qu Jin said: "It is true."

Wang Qidao: "You can see the leopard in the middle of the pipe, and you can see your ability from this little incident, so this king recruits you. The Qi country under my rule needs talents, and it needs talents like you. Are you willing to work for this king?"

Qu Jin hesitated for a while, and turned to look at Gu Kang.

Gu Kang treated him without saying anything.

There is the grace of knowing you.