() At the top of Lintao City, after seeing the Han army turning defeat into victory and killing the Qiang people and fleeing in panic, Dong Zhuo's high-spirited heart finally returned to its original place. Just when Niu Fu's army was surrounded by the Qiang people, he saw

When it seemed that he was facing death, he felt regretful in his heart, and he wished he could push Ma Yue down to the city when he proposed to send troops to fight.

At that time, Dong Zhuo also had the idea of ​​sending out the remaining six or seven hundred infantry in the city. But in the end, this idea was abandoned. He also knew soldiers, and knowing this, the troops were fighting outside.

It's a drop in the bucket, it's just a loss of life. Moreover, if there is not even this small amount of defensive troops, Lintao County really cannot be defended.

While struggling like this, the fighting situation outside the city suddenly changed. The Han army came all the way like divine soldiers descending from the sky. Not only did they break the siege of Niu Fujun, but they also captured the enemy's palace, beheaded the generals and captured the flag, thus turning the situation around in one fell swoop.

Defeated more than 10,000 Qiang people! Dong Zhuo's face showed a look of joy as he watched the Han soldiers chasing the enemy in high spirits.

"You talented man, where do you think this group of people came from? Who will be the leader?" Dong Zhuo looked at the battlefield over there and asked a well-armored general beside him. This person was also under his command.

A trusted general, whose surname was Hu and whose given name was Zhen, was a literary talent. Although he was not as brave and skilled as Niu Fu, he was still a rare talent in the Xiliang army.

After listening to Dong Zhuo's inquiry, Hu Zhen thought about it and said: "I really can't guess this general. But judging from their sudden appearance, they must be part of the main army that was defeated by the Qiang people last night."

"Then tell me, who was the general who was able to break into the enemy camp alone and kill the Qiang people's defense line in chaos?" Dong Zhuo asked again. Because of the distance, Dong Zhuo did not see Ma Chao break into the Qiang people's camp.

The details of killing Murong Cang with one move, but the big commotion caused by Ma Chao breaking into the camp before did not escape his eyes.

Dong Zhuo is a man with great ambitions, and he has always been recruiting talents. After seeing Ma Chao's heroic performance today, he naturally listed him as a target that he needed to recruit. That's why he was so detailed.

ask.

As his confidant, Hu Zhen naturally guessed what he was thinking, and immediately said: "This person is indeed powerful, but based on my memory, there is no such person in our Xiliang army." Dong Zhuo heard this.

He frowned and seemed a little unhappy, and then said: "However, the general has heard that a very brave young man has recently appeared in Xiliang, and he is known as the first person in Xiliang's army.

His name is Ma Chao, and he is the son of Ma Teng."

"Ma Chao..." Dong Zhuo's eyes lit up after hearing this. If this is the case, it should not be difficult for him to take this brave general under his command. After all, his brother Ma Yue has already been acquired by him. The two brothers are both under his command for him.

Effectiveness is a good thing! Then he said: "In that case, this army that attacked the Qiang people should be led by Ma Teng?"

"It can't be wrong!" Hu Zhen said with confidence: "This person was also in the army before and was a military commander. It must be easy to recruit some troops in the future!"

"Okay! Open the city gate and order the people in the mansion to prepare a banquet. I want to celebrate his longevity!" Dong Zhuo immediately issued another order. At this time, the Qiang people outside the city had been defeated and no longer posed any threat to Lintao County, so he opened the city gate.

Nothing.

However, Dong Zhuo's calculation was still a bit wrong. After the Han army's victory, he did not immediately return to Lintao, but continued to kill the Qiang people behind the defeated army. It was not until dark that everyone saw a

Teams of Han soldiers and horses came back with tired steps but high spirits.

Hundreds of torches had been lit at the city gate, illuminating the entire city gate like daylight. Dong Zhuo and the Lintao County Magistrate came to the gate to greet them. Although Dong Zhuo was already a wealthy man at this time, he was in a position where

On the way, the county magistrate was still two steps behind him, which completely highlighted his status.

Before the army arrived at the city gate, Niu Fu, who was leading the team, had already seen Dong Zhuo waiting for him at the city gate. This made him excited. He quickly dismounted from his horse and advanced quickly. He saluted Dong Zhuo and said, "My lord, my lord."

, the general finally lived up to his command, this time he defeated the bandit army and killed more than two thousand enemies..."

"Okay!" Dong Zhuo helped him upright, nodded in approval, and then turned his attention to the unfamiliar general following Niu Fu. This person was naturally Ma Teng: "This is...

"

"Lord, this person is Xiliang Army Sima Ma Tengma Shoucheng! If Brother Shoucheng hadn't arrived in time with his army today, the last general and the three thousand brothers would have died at the hands of the Qiang thieves." Niu Fu quickly said

He saw that Dong Zhuo was interested in Ma Teng, so he quickly stepped forward and introduced him: "Brother Ma, this is my lord, Dong Bingzhou!" Because Dong Zhuo was once named the governor of Bingzhou by the imperial court, he introduced it in official circles.

Such a title.

After Ma Teng recognized Niu Fu, he already knew that Dong Zhuo's plan was involved. He was a little confused when he learned from his two sons that Niu Fu had assassinated Geng Bi, but then he figured everything out.

Already.

Dong Zhuo can be regarded as a man of great influence in Xiliang. Even though he has been deprived of all his positions by the imperial court, his influence is still very great. There are many people like Niu Fu who hold military and political power.

Dong Zhuo's subordinates remained loyal to him. With this understanding, he could deduce the usefulness of Geng Bi's death to Dong Zhuo.

Meeting Niu Fu again after the battle strengthened his suspicion. It seemed that Dong Zhongying, who had been silent for the past two years, was finally unwilling to be lonely and wanted to take advantage of the Qiang rebellion to rise again.

After thinking about all this, Ma Teng naturally did not dare to be rude when facing this powerful man from Xiliang. When Dong Zhuo asked about him, he dismounted and saluted with fists in his hands: "It turns out to be Brother Zhongying. I'm so polite when I dismount from Ma Teng." He and Dong Zhuo asked him.

We had met several times before, so it was natural for me to come forward to greet him. At the same time, because the other party was no longer an official, the title was slightly different.

"Haha, I didn't expect Brother Shoucheng to still remember me, Mr. Dong. I really want to thank you very much today. If you hadn't led the troops to help, my Lintao County would have been taken over by the Qiang people." The meaning behind the words,

He has regarded this city as his private property.

Ma Teng chuckled and didn't care about the rhetoric. He just said: "This is what I should do as a general of the imperial court. I really don't deserve Brother Dong's gratitude."

"Brothers, you and me, please stop being polite here. Come, follow me into the city. I have ordered a banquet to celebrate the victory. You and I will never return unless we get drunk today!" Dong Zhuo said, already pulling the horse affectionately.

Teng's hand walked towards the city. Other soldiers were also invited in by the prominent people in the city headed by the county magistrate, and the whole Lintao City was boiling.

Ma Teng and the others were introduced into Dong Zhuo's magnificent mansion. Dozens of Zhuo's banquet tables were placed in the hall that could accommodate hundreds of people. Immediately, everyone took their seats, and Ma Teng was even invited by Dong Zhuo.

He arrived at the host and guest seats next to his seat of honor. And Ma Chao, under Li Ru's arrangement, also sat in the front row.

The banquet started soon, with young women dancing in the middle and fine wine and delicacies in front of them. This made the generals who had just gone through a life-and-death battle quickly relax and the scene became more lively.

After saying some words of praise and toasting a few glasses of wine, Dong Zhuo revealed his true intention: "Brother Ma, this time he lost first and then won. It can be regarded as gaining the prestige of our officers and soldiers, but I don't know that you

What are your plans for the future?"

"Um... I have to go back to Long County. After all, I am a court official and cannot stay outside for a long time. As for the merits and demerits of this war, I will leave it to the court to judge." Ma Teng said vaguely. He already felt that Dong Zhuo was interested in

I have the intention of recruiting myself.

Dong Zhuo just smiled after hearing this. His target is not actually Ma Teng. After all, this person is also a court official and his position is not low. He may not be able to persuade him. His target is Ma Chao, or what he saw today

That was a brave general, so he quickly brought the topic to the matter: "Dong also watched this fight in the city today. But I saw an extremely brave general. This person can actually do it alone."

He charged into the Qiang army with the strength of a man and a horse, as if he were entering a deserted place. I wonder if this person has ever been in this hall?" Although he was asking questions, his eyes glanced at Ma Chao intentionally or unintentionally.

Ma Teng had a sudden thought. He had already guessed something, but he still said truthfully: "This person is Ma Chao, the son of a dog. Chao'er, come and see Mr. Dong." If his son can become famous in Liangzhou with this battle, he is still

Desirable.

Ma Chao stood up from the table as he was told and cupped his hands towards Dong Zhuo: "Ma Chao has met Mr. Dong."

"Oh? You are the brave general who killed the Qiang thieves today. I wonder how old you are?" Dong Zhuo asked with a smile.

"I just turned fifteen." Ma Chao replied cheerfully.

"You are really a young hero. Come on, Dong will give you a drink!" Dong Zhuo didn't feel dissatisfied with Ma Chao's somewhat rude answer. He still smiled and raised his glass to signal him. Ma Chao didn't refuse and filled the glass.

I drank a glass of wine and sat down again.

Dong Zhuo could see that this young man was not very interested in him, so he stopped talking and started chatting with Ma Teng again. And his mind had already begun to figure out how to get Ma Chao to his subordinates. Suddenly, he

Then he thought of something. He still has Ma Yue in his hands. Couldn't he be used to bring the Ma family father and son closer to him?

So after drinking two more drinks, Dong Zhuo seemed to suddenly remember and said: "By the way, brother Shoucheng, do you have a son named Ma Yue?"

"Huh? Ma Yue is indeed here next time. Why, is he here too?" Ma Teng knew what he meant and immediately asked with joy.

"Yes, he is in Dong's house, but because he was overworked, frightened, and drank some wine, he has not woken up yet." Dong Zhuo laughed. And when he heard what he said, Ma Chao couldn't bear it.

Zhu jumped up from his seat: "Mr. Dong, please take me to see my second brother!"

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