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It's just that he doesn't have such a concept.

"Where did those slaves come from?"

"Most of them are prisoners of war, and there are barbarians, both black and white. What kind of people does your majesty want?"

Liu Xie became interested. "Do you know Amazons?"

"Amazon female warrior?" Anthony was a little embarrassed. "I have heard of it, but they are all races in ancient legends. No one knows if there are any. If His Majesty needs it, Anthony will find it for His Majesty even if he travels through the most dangerous barbarian tribes. "

"Ancient legend?"

"Well, the closest I've heard to the Amazon female warrior is also from the time of Alexander, and it's been four or five hundred years."

"Then who are those female knights you mentioned?"

"The barbarians in the northern forest." Anthony showed his trademark profiteer smile again. "Although it's a bit wild and smelly, but it's powerful, and it sounds very loud. It's completely different from you Han women."

"Slap!" Liu Xie frowned slightly.

"Wei!" Without hesitation, Anthony patted himself twice, which was worse than beating mosquitoes.

Liu Xie was also speechless.When encountering such a thick-skinned person, he really has nothing to do, he can't just kill him directly.

"Where is the northern forest?" Liu Xie asked.

"It's the forest in the north." Anthony pointed casually. "The grassland faces north, and from east to west, it is full of forests."

Liu Xie didn't ask any more questions.Anthony purposely spoke briefly, because he didn't want to be robbed of the opportunity to make a fortune.There are indeed forests in the north, but not all forests from east to west.

However, in his impression, the Amazon female warriors seemed to be tribes in the forest who worshiped the goddess of hunting.

Liu Xie called Ma Yunlu and asked her to see the female slaves brought by Anthony. If they were really suitable for the army, they would be included in the female knight camp.

Female slaves only need to be given food, not military pay, and the cost is not high, so you can still try it.

As for Anthony's crooked thoughts, don't think about it.First of all, he has no shortage of women, and he is not so horny.Secondly, he is not at ease, who knows if these two female slaves are Anthony's eyeliner?

The most common method used by profiteers to corrupt officials is to arrange a few lovers, female secretaries and so on, and he sees them a lot.

Ma Yunlu agreed and went with Anthony.

Obviously, she saw through Anthony's little thoughts at a glance, and her attitude towards Anthony was extremely unfriendly.Anthony is very sensible and honest, and he doesn't dare to play tricks at all.

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Not long after the departure, Liu Xie received a letter from Zhou Zhong.

Zhou Zhong submitted the letter a few days earlier than Yuan Shu's letter of victory, but it was nearly ten days late.Although he was still an official of the imperial court, he did not enjoy the expedited treatment of six hundred miles, and he traveled on the road for nearly a month to write the letter.

In his letter, Zhou Zhong expressed his loyalty to the imperial court, declaring that he had prepared himself to die for the country, and that if Yuan Shao forced him by force, he would die unyielding.Born as a Han official, died as a Han ghost.

After reading Zhou Zhong's letter of allegiance, Liu Xie was calm.

In the name of recovering from his illness, Zhou Zhong stayed in Shandong for nearly half a year.He didn't write the letter in the morning, and he didn't write the letter in the evening, but he wrote the letter of loyalty when Yuan Shao was about to visit.If it was a coincidence, he would never believe it.

He was more inclined to think that Zhou Zhong was treacherous and cunning. From Yuan Shao's absurd military actions, he saw that Yuan Shao was ineffective, and he was unwilling to follow Yuan Shao to death.

It is better to be left out than to be a traitor.

The reason why Liu Xie felt this way was because Zhou Yu, who had rejected the court's recruitment last time, still did not respond.If Zhou Zhong really wanted to be loyal to the court, shouldn't Zhou Yu be allowed to enter the court?

These veterans still think of me as a fool.

Or they don't care what the court thinks at all, as long as they don't fall into the trap.When the world is at peace, or when the imperial court has obvious advantages, people will naturally recommend them to be ministers, touting their noble morals rather than submitting to death, but ignoring their shady cunning.

Liu Xie ordered Zhou Zhong's documents to be archived and declined to comment.

In his opinion, Zhou Zhong was not as real as Yuan Shu, at least Yuan Shu sent his daughter and son-in-law.

A few days later, Sun Ce's victory report was delivered to Xingzai.

This time, Liu Xie finally knew some real battle conditions.According to the fracture ratio of [-]% of the casualty figure, and removing the water in the document, it can be seen that Sun Ce did not contact Yuan Shao's main force, but defeated Yuan Shao's general Han Meng, killing more than a thousand people.The end of the war was not because Sun Ce was able to fight more, but because Yuan Shao took the initiative to retreat.

As for the reason for the voluntary retreat, Sun Ce did not say.Liu Xie estimated that it was related to Liu Bei's record in Xuzhou.

Although Liu Bei lost more than he won in his life, it also depends on his opponent.He really didn't have a chance to meet Yuan Shao with a large number of people, or Cao Cao and Lu Xun who were super capable of using troops. He could still fight against Yuan Shao's subordinate Chun Yuqiong.

So, in the final analysis, the great victory that Yuan Shu boasted was only Liu Bei's defeat of Chunyu Qiong.

Sure enough, it was still a group of chickens pecking at each other.

All of these can be defeated, no wonder Zhou Zhong thinks Yuan Shao can't do it.

Soon, Liu Bei's documents were also delivered to Xingzai.

This time it is not only a victory, but also a request for help.

Yuan Shao's soldiers pressed the border and directly surrounded Sheyang City where Chen Deng was stationed. Although the city hadn't been broken yet, Chen Deng obviously couldn't hold on for too long.Liu Bei's military strength is seriously insufficient, especially the lack of cavalry. It is hoped that the imperial court can send cavalry reinforcements to relieve the urgent need.

After Liu Xie finished watching, he couldn't help laughing.

Sun Cao Liu, sure enough, none of them are good.One falsely reported military exploits, one cried poorly and begged for a reward, and the other pretended to be deaf and dumb, sitting on the mountain and watching the tigers fight.

They have only one thing in common: ignoring Yuan Shu.

Chapter 424

Liu Xie cannot save Liu Bei.

Xuzhou is on the coast of the East China Sea, and Liangzhou is in the west of Longshan Mountain. They are five or six thousand miles apart. Liu Bei's documents have been on the road for more than half a month.Even if he can send reinforcements and reach Xuzhou, Liu Bei will probably be cold.

Besides, Yuan Shao would not let him enter Shandong.

This kind of long-distance march is impossible even if you think about it with your toes.

But the court had to say something.

Although Liu Bei's surrender was due to the situation, it may not be out of sincerity.But he made a step back, the court had to reciprocate, otherwise who would take the court seriously in the future?

Liu Xie thought for a long time, and sent someone to invite Jia Xu, Han Sui and Zhao Yun.

Jia Xu and Zhao Yun are beside them, and they will arrive soon.

Knowing Liu Bei's current situation, both Jia Xu and Zhao Yun fell silent.

Jia Xu suggested that Liu Xie reward Liu Bei and Xuzhou rich families, such as Chen Deng and others, but was rejected by Liu Xie.

The current situation is in his expectation, and it must be in Liu Xie's expectation.The reason why they were invited to discuss it was not necessarily because they really wanted to save Liu Bei, but to show the court's concern through a formality.

That being the case, he doesn't need to talk too much, just take a look.

Zhao Yun's silence was because he was worried about Liu Bei.

Whether it is talent or appeal, Liu Bei and Yuan Shao are not in the same realm.The two competed, Liu Bei's victory was accidental, and his defeat was inevitable.

"Zilong, what's your opinion?"

Zhao Yun took a deep breath. "Your Majesty may order Taiyuan and Shangdang to attack, forcing Yuan Shao to withdraw his troops and return to Jizhou, so as to relieve the urgent need."

Liu Xie felt reasonable.

After much deliberation, it seemed that this was the only way that could produce certain effects.

But the effect is limited. Whether it is Taiyuan or Shangdang, the troops can barely defend themselves, and it is not enough to attack. It is just for fun.

The real solution to the problem is what he said to Zhao Yun before, that Liu Bei retreated to Mount Tai, and joined forces with Zang Ba, Sun Guan and others to jointly deal with Yuan Shao's attack.

The edict has been issued, but it is not known whether Liu Bei can receive it.

"What do you think sir?" Liu Xie looked at Jia Xu.

Jia Xu said calmly: "Perhaps we can also add Hedong and Hanoi, send troops from Zhiguan, join forces with Hanoi prefect Dong Zhao to attack Yecheng, and have the effect of besieging Wei and saving Zhao."

Zhao Yun also felt that it was feasible, and looked at Liu Xie earnestly, with expectations in his eyes.

Liu Xie thought about it and accepted Jia Xu's suggestion.

Guan Yu was at Zhiguan Road. He heard that Liu Bei was in danger, so he couldn't help it.Maybe Guan Yu is already on his way to march.It's just that there is no imperial edict, and Dong Zhao, the prefect of Hanoi, may not be willing to cooperate with him. With the imperial edict ratified, some problems can be solved to some extent.

The basic plan was determined, and Liu Xie ordered people to draw up an imperial edict.

Send it urgently at [-] miles, and it can be sent to Hedong in six or seven days.

Han Sui, the general of Zhenxi, came late, and pleaded guilty as soon as he got his money. "The minister's responsibilities are heavy, and I really can't get away from him. Seeing that the driver is late, I ask Your Majesty to forgive me."

Liu Xie looked at Han Sui's rosy face, sniffed, and smelled a hint of alcohol.

The weather is cold, and many people are used to drinking wine to keep out the cold, and Han Sui is no exception.

Liu Xie handed over a cup of steaming milk tea, and said earnestly, "Han Qing, no matter how many things you have to do, you can't take them all in your hands. Let's share some with your subordinates. Your son Han Yin, and Mr. Cheng..."

"Cheng Gongying."

"Yes, Cheng Gongying is talented, you can let them take more responsibilities. Young people, you need to practice more, otherwise how will you inherit your career?"

There was a hint of complacency in Han Sui's eyes, and he cupped his hands again. "Your Majesty's words made the minister suddenly understand. We will arrange it when we get back, so that the old minister can also find time to talk to His Majesty."

Liu Xie was well aware of Han Sui's cautious thoughts, but he didn't point it out.He had already received news that it was Cheng Gongying who killed Baima Tong in Shuofang last time, but when Han Sui reported his meritorious service, he played a trick and ranked Han Yin ahead of Cheng Gongying.If you want to reward Cheng Gongying, you must first reward Han Yin.

In other words, the first rank of a white horse copper will be exchanged for the military exploits of three people, and their father and son are still ahead of Cheng Gongying.

At that time, he deliberately suppressed Han Sui, and only promoted Han Sui himself, but did not reward Han Yin and Cheng Gongying accordingly.After the big victory, Han Sui didn't dare to say anything. He probably regretted it now, and deliberately looked for an opportunity to let the court recognize Han Yin and Cheng Gongying's contributions.

Liu Xieshun got off the donkey and woke up Han Sui at the same time. They are all your successors, and suppressing them will not do you any good.

In a few words, the two monarchs and ministers tested each other's minds, and then took their seats.

After hearing the situation in Shandong, Han Sui felt very complicated.

On the one hand, he disliked Yuan Shao very much.

On the other hand, he also had to admit that Yuan Shao was very powerful and basically had no opponents in Shandong.As long as he doesn't get confused, sooner or later Shandong will be his world.

"Han Qing?" Liu Xie reminded.

Han Sui was startled, came back to his senses, and took a sip of milk tea. "Your Majesty, I believe that Yuan Shao is so powerful that Cao Cao, Liu Bei, and Sun Ce alone may not be enough to win. Even with the addition of troops from Taiyuan, Shangdang, Hanoi, and Hedong, they can only defend themselves."

"If Han Qing leads the army and faces Yuan Shao, what are the chances of winning?"

Han Sui froze for a moment, raised his head, and looked at Liu Xie, his heart beating inexplicably faster.

The emperor is notorious for attaching great importance to military power, because of the fact that the Taiwei is in charge of the army, he almost turned against all the old officials.It stands to reason that a major event like the expedition to Shandong is naturally under the direct command of the emperor, and there is no reason to pretend to be someone else.

The emperor suddenly asked, was it a test, or did he really intend to let him preside over the action to pacify Shandong?

If it's the latter, this is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.

Han Sui murmured, secretly looking at Jia Xu, trying to see some signs from Jia Xu's face.But Jia Xu was holding the teacup, and the steam was steaming, making his face look blurry.Han Sui knew that Jia Xu was dissatisfied with him and didn't want to give him any hints.

In desperation, Han Sui had to make his own decision. "If the strength of the army is equal and the food and fodder are sufficient, the minister has a five-point chance of winning."

"Five points?" Liu Xie smiled. "Is Han Qing being too cautious?"

Han Sui put down his teacup and bowed slightly. "Your Majesty, the soldiers are fierce and the battle is dangerous. Although Yuan Shao is a son of a high school and is not familiar with military affairs, he has many talents under his command. There are many soldiers and many generals. Therefore, before the battle, I would rather be more cautious than Don't dare to be careless."

Liu Xie laughed out loud. "No wonder people say that Han Qing is a river of nine bends. Han Sui is indeed like this big river, with nine bends and twists, lurking for thousands of miles, without seeing waves. Only after leaving the mouth of the gorge, can you see the surging and unstoppable. Anyway, this piece Let's talk about it later, let's talk about taking down Fanghan first. Han Qing, this battle is not a problem, is it?"

"Your Majesty has won the award, and I dare not be a minister." Han Sui felt uneasy, feeling that the opportunity was ahead, but also afraid that it was a trap set by the emperor, so he became more cautious. "Although Fanghan is a small town, the terrain is dangerous. It's hard to say whether there will be heavy rain or severe cold in winter. I can only do my best to live up to Your Majesty."

"Very good." Liu Xie picked up the teacup and took a sip of hot tea.

Chapter 425 Old Stubborn

After leaving the imperial tent, Han Sui took the cloak from his personal guard and wrapped it tightly around his body, but he didn't immediately go to the horse and stomped his feet lightly.

He turned his head and glanced at Yuzhang, hoping to see Jia Xu.

What the emperor said made him a little confused.He desperately hopes to get some information from Jia Xu, even if it is the simplest sentence, let him know whether it is good or bad.

He is not afraid of the emperor, but he does not want to turn against the emperor at this time.

But Jia Xu never came out.

Zhao Yun came out soon.Seeing that Han Sui hadn't left yet, he was somewhat surprised, then regained his composure, nodded at Han Sui, and walked straight away.

Han Sui's heart suddenly moved.

Although Zhao Yun is only the governor of the left side of Sanqi, even if the emperor trusts him, he has no right to participate in the military meeting.His appearance here should have something to do with him being Liu Bei's old department.

Then can I go to my daughter and son-in-law and let them test the emperor's mind?

Han Sui waited for a while, seeing that Jia Xu still had no intention of coming out, he got up and left.Instead of looking for Yan Xing on the right side of Sanqi, which was closer, he went to Yulin Women's Camp to look for Han Shaoying.Although Yan Xing was his son-in-law, he seldom contacted him proactively, and couldn't ask any questions.I still told my daughter Han Shaoying that it would be better for Han Shaoying to appear.

When he came to Yulin Women's Camp and stood outside the barracks, Han Sui saw a female knight training in the camp. Han Shaoying was fighting with another female knight with a spear. non-stop.