Chapter 40: Poison(1/2)
Xi Zhicai was dying and unconscious.
Xiahou Yuan told Cao Cao that after they arrived at Hucheng Pavilion, they realized that the camp was lax and decided to fight and decide to make a quick decision.
However, when they entered the camp, they realized that it was an empty camp.
Not only that, the camp was filled with fire-driven objects.
Xi Zhicai immediately realized that they had been trapped, so he wanted to evacuate the camp. But unexpectedly, ambush suddenly appeared around the camp and fired rockets into the camp. So, the entire camp turned into a sea of fire. When Xi Zhicai broke through the siege, he was shot by two arrows. If it weren't for Xiahou Dun and Xiahou Yuan and the others fought to protect him, maybe Xi Zhicai had been buried in the sea of fire.
Cao Cao, confused!
Thinking back to the beginning, it was Wei Zi and Xi Zhicai who persuaded each other, and Cao Cao finally made up his mind.
But in the blink of an eye, Wei Zi died, and Xi Zhicai was still in danger...
The terribleness of the war is undoubtedly more prominent. At the beginning, both of them were thinking of following Cao Cao to make achievements. Who would have expected that they would become like this before they made a contribution. Looking at Xi Zhicai's pale face, Cao Cao felt heartbroken.
"Send your husband to Huanyong City immediately and do his best to treat him."
Cao Cao took off his wet battle robe and covered the unconscious Xi Zhicai.
Turning around, his face became solemn.
Crack, a silver snake flashed in the night sky, and the pale light shone on his face even more gloomy and terrifying, revealing a strong murderous aura.
"Miaocai, Yuan Rang, Zi Xiao, Wen Ze!"
"Here!"
"Let you four men lead 500 troops each and chase Ding Chen."
"Abide by the order!"
At this point, Cao Cao could not show any warmth and generosity.
Wei Zi is dead, but he can still face it calmly.
But Xi Zhicai died... After all, he was his chief planner. If he showed any warmth at this time, I am afraid that the generals around him would leave one after another tomorrow morning. Cao Cao was a smart man and knew when to make a decision.
As for Ding Chen?
It only depends on his life...
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Ding Chen was obviously very happy to be able to meet with the yellow hoof, that is, the claws and lightning.
After succeeding in the sneak attack, he rode his yellow hoof and led his troops to evacuate the Cao army camp and meet with Jia Xu.
The yellow hoof was very happy. He was able to meet the little master again and felt inexplicably happy. Along the way, the yellow hoof ran constantly until the heavy rain poured down, which was to make it honest, obey Ding Chen's command and slow down.
At dawn, Ding Chen and Jia Xu joined forces.
However, he only saw Gao Shun and Hu Cheer, Yang Aruo, the two hundred new people, and the six hundred civil servants disappeared.
Ding Chen didn't care and immediately ordered to retreat in the rain.
"Sir, how is your battle here?"
When Jia Xu heard this, he immediately smiled and said, "Ziyang doesn't have to worry. With a big fire, he would even kill Cao Cao's four or five hundred people."
"Sir, it's true."
Ding Chen praised sincerely, but saw Jia Xu, and only smiled slightly, as if he didn't take it to heart.
Indeed, if it weren't for Jia Xu's design, how could he have won a great victory today?
Several consecutive battles cost Cao Cao at least a thousand soldiers. For Cao Cao, it was definitely a huge loss.
"Then, where are we going next?"
"Ao Cang!"
Jia Xu showed a look of fatigue and replied softly.
Ao Cang, located fifteen miles northeast of Xingyang County, was originally a huge granary during the Eastern Han Dynasty. However, after a series of turmoil, Ao Cang's grain had been emptied, leaving only an empty city. Arrive at Ao Cang first, and then wait for orders. I believe Hua Xiong also knows the importance and will not deliberately cause trouble for Ding Chen's evacuation from Hucheng Pavilion.
I heard that the war between Yangren is very anxious!
However, Ding Chen noticed that Jia Xu's interest did not seem to be very high.
He seemed to have something to do, and was a little absent-minded along the way. When he talked to Ding Chen, he was often distracted, which made Ding Chen feel strange.
The scorching sun is full of energy, and the clouds are clear and the fog is dissipated.
This is an excellent weather, driving away all the haze brought by yesterday's storm without a trace.
After about an hour of travel, Ding Chen ordered everyone to rest.
"Old Gao, what's wrong with sir?"
While resting, Ding Chen pulled Gao Shun aside and asked in a low voice.
Gao Shunze looked confused and whispered: "I don't know either... After repelling Cao's troops last night, the sir asked me to lead my troops away."
Seeing that Ding Chen could not find out the result, he had to give up.
"Okay, then you have a good rest.
We went tossed all night and everyone was very tired.
Let’s take a break, eat something, and wait until Yang Aruo and the others arrive, and we will set out again to reach Ao Cang before the evening.”
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Gao Shun was not polite, said to Ding Chen, and returned to the trapped soldiers.
This guy is very weird.
He doesn't like luxury or wants to enjoy it.
I occasionally drink, but never drink too much; although I like delicious food, I never linger.
Ding Chen has known Gao Shun for so long, but he has never seen him look for a woman. At his age, it should be the easiest time to get impulsive. However, it is not! Gao Shun's life is not much different from that of the ascetic monks. Most of the time, he likes to mingle with the soldiers in the military camp, eat the same meals and sleep in the same tent without any complaints.
However, it is probably because of this reason that the trapped soldiers can form combat power in such a short time!
Anyway, in Ding Chen's opinion, if it were him, he would definitely not be able to do such a level as Gao Shun.
Thinking of this, Ding Chen couldn't help but shake his head.
He leaned against a tree and closed his eyes.
In fact, he was also very tired.
Yesterday, during the day, I fought with Cao's army.
At night, he led his troops to attack and steal the camp and rob the village.
Then, he led his troops to retreat overnight and marched until dawn.
Even though he was strong, he could not bear it. At this moment, he leaned against the tree trunk and felt tired, which made him feel a little sleepy.
"Ziyang, Ziyang wakes up?"
I don’t know how long I closed my eyes, but Ding Chen suddenly heard someone calling his name.
When I opened my eyes, I saw Gao Shun's square, thick eyebrows and big eyes.
"Old Gao, am I asleep?"
Ding Chen rubbed his eyes and asked, "When is it? Have Yang Aruo and the others arrived?"
"What happened!"
"ah?"
Gao Shun said: "Yang Aruo's troops and 600 Minzhuang were chasing each other on the way to retreat.
Yang Aruo was killed in battle, and almost all the troops were wiped out by six hundred Minzhuang. Two hundred new recruits also lost their dress and only a dozen people ran back."
"What?"
Ding Chen was originally a little drowsy, but after listening to Gao Shun's words, he immediately woke up.
He stood up and looked at Gao Shun in horror.
Gao Shunze nodded with a wry smile, "Our rear army supplies are gone."
"Can you tell sir?"
"Hu Cheer has already reported."
"Where are those who escaped?"
"Stay there... I thought Cao Cao was defeated one after another after another and was unable to pursue him. But I never thought that he actually...
This is such a difficult opponent!
No wonder he was appointed as the Dianjun Academy Captain, and he was indeed very clever."
Gao Shun was filled with emotion, but Ding Chen was confused.
He always felt that things were not as simple as Gao Shun imagined, and something seemed to be wrong.
To be continued...