After hearing that Huang Zhong led the Changsha troops to attack the camp at night, he evacuated as if no one was around. Cai Xun was very angry and scolded Cai He without hesitation regardless of his brother's face.

During the battle of Huang Zhong's attack on the camp, Cai He acted to avoid the battle at the fortress. He did not dare to rebel against his brother's scolding and could only admit that he was unlucky.

After scolding Cai He, Cai Xun ordered the mobilization of troops to strengthen defense along the river, and on the other hand, he urgently sent envoys to return to Xiangyang to inform Liu Pan of collusion with the Jinfan Navy, intending to rescue Liu Qi, and asked Cai Mao to continue to mobilize troops to reinforce.

At the same time, Cai Xun also ordered Ma Chao to use iron cavalry to strengthen patrols between Jiangling City and the river bank.

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Ma Chao's military camp, Central Army tent

"...Cai Xun, this dog-head, dared to shout at me, Ma Chao in this tone. He was so impatient!" Ma Chao threw a silk book into the brazier, and a chilling voice revealed.

"The Cai brothers are really useless. Nearly 50,000 infantrymen, plus so many siege equipment, they can't even capture Jiangling in more than ten days!" Ma Dai said disdainfully.

Ma Dai and Ma Chao are 5 points similar to Ma Chao. The handsome face has a bit of the unique toughness of the people of Xiliang. "Now that he has been attacked, he still has the face to face us and order us. He angered us, so he simply killed these waste materials and seized his army!"

Ma Dai's words were quite meaningful to vent his anger, and he didn't even take it seriously, but Ma Chao's eyes lit up after hearing it.

Cai Xun, Cai He and others were unable to catch up with Ma Chao's eyes, whether they were in charge of military use or their own martial arts, but the tens of thousands of troops under the Cai brothers were heart-warming.

"The military leader, the most urgent task is to help Cai kill Kuai Liang and Kuai Yue brothers first." Fa Zheng observed his words and expressions and understood what Ma Chao was thinking.

He spoke out and recommended, "The Kuai family has a deep prestige in Jingzhou. If the two brothers are allowed to escape from Jiangling and cross the river to the south, they will raise their arms and shout in the next day. If the army leader wants to seize Jingzhou, things may be difficult to accomplish if he does not eliminate the Kuai family.

If Kuai is like a dog, Cai is a rabbit. Dogs still have fangs, what does rabbit have?"

"..." Ma Chao is not a fool either. After hearing Fa Zheng's words, he frowned and thought for a moment, nodded and said, "This is reasonable. Well, let's bear the momentary anger and help these waste materials wipe out Kuai Liang and Kuai Yue.

Then settle the accounts with them!”

"Now that the reinforcements from Liu Bei and Jingnan have arrived, will Kuai Liang and Kuai Yue be in Jiangling waiting for reinforcements to fight back, or will they break through the south?" The fierce general Pang De asked with some doubt.

Among the Ma family army, Pang De was the person Ma Chao trusted the most except for a few Ma family children. Speaking of martial arts, Pang De was only under Ma Chao, and what is even more rare is that he acted cautiously in military use.

"..." Obviously, Ma Chao, Ma Dai and others had not thought about this issue yet, and they were stunned for a moment. After a while, Ma Chao turned his gaze to Fa Zheng.

"The Kuai brothers defended Jiangling for more than ten days, and the defenders suffered heavy casualties. If Cai Xun hadn't wished that he would have sieged the city at all costs, he would have probably been captured a few days ago, and it would have been unreasonable to continue defending Jiangling.

Moreover, the terrain around Jiangling is conducive to cavalry warfare. If you encounter the iron cavalry of the army leader in the field, no matter how many soldiers and horses there are in Jingnan, you will not be able to escape the fate of defeat!" I understand the meaning of Ma Chao's eyes. Fa legitimately shouldered the heavy responsibility of analysis and explanation.

Ma Chao nodded slightly, and he had absolute confidence in the iron cavalry under his command.

"Kuai Liang and Kuai Yue are all people who are familiar with military tactics, and they also understand the situation in front of them. Therefore, with a righteous view, they may have a greater chance of breaking through the south, and it may be in these few days!" Fa Zheng said with certainty.

Ma Chao stood up, narrowed his eyes slightly. He walked back and forth in the tent. Fa Zheng stopped his words. He watched Ma Chao quietly with Ma Dai and others.

"Ma Dai, Pang De, you two lead 2,000 Iron Cavalry each.

With three hours as a squad, patrolling the southeastern wing of Jiangling in turn. Once there is any abnormality, I will use the Qiang flute to warn me. I will immediately lead a brigade of cavalry to support me!" After a while, Ma Chao stopped and ordered in a deep voice, "Be careful when patrolling, and try to avoid the attention of Liu Bei's naval army.

I don’t need to teach you what to do!”

"Get the order!" Ma Dai and Pang De came out together to take the order.

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To the surprise of Cai Xun and others, after strengthening the prevention of the riverside, the Jinfan Navy and Liu Pan's troops did not move any more, and they did not seem to be in a hurry to resolve the difficulties of Jiangling.

But despite this, the morale of the Jiangling defenders has obviously improved - after all, reinforcements are near! Cai Xun organized two sieges in one day, but they were easily repelled by the defenders.

What's even more terrible is that the morale of the soldiers of the Cai army has been shaken.

Many soldiers of the Cai army did not understand why they fought this battle from the beginning: Liu Qi was the eldest son of the former governor of the state; Kuai Liang, Kuai Yue and the chief minister of Jingzhou, had a great reputation; the "enemy army" in Jiangling City was simply the former comrades... Although Cai Xun, Cai He and others claimed that Liu Qi, Kuai Liang and others were plotting to usurpate the rebellion, many people still didn't understand why Liu Qi, who was the eldest son, wanted to usurpate? Then, all kinds of rumors came from all directions. It was said that Cai Mao intended to harm Liu Qi in order to usurpate the power, but Liu Qi had no choice but to flee to Jiangling. There were even rumors that Liu Biao was assassinated by Cai Mao and traitor Cao Cao, and Cai Mao would present Jingzhou to the "killer demon king" Cao Cao in the future... All kinds of rumors caused chaos.

Although Cai Xun and Cai He were aware of this, their handling methods were too simple and crude, and the method of killing and stopping the defamation could not fundamentally solve the problem.

The wavering of the morale of the army is naturally reflected in the combat power of the soldiers. In recent days, many people have simply not worked hard when siegeing the city.

Cai Xun was helpless about the current situation and could only pin his hopes on Cai Mao’s subsequent reinforcements. The so-called siege has become a routine official business!

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The eighth year of Jian'an, the seventh day of the first lunar month

Although it is the beginning of the New Year, there is no festive atmosphere in Jiangling City. The people under the shadow of war are in panic all day long, fearing that they will encounter the fate of massacre when the city is broken.

Before nightfall, the pedestrians hid home early, and the streets were deserted, leaving only soldiers walking around in a hurry.

County magistrate's mansion

Liu Qi, Kuai Yue, Zhuge Liang and others all wore a piece of soft armor in their close-fitting place with the help of the attendant. The scheduled breakout date is tonight. Since there are many enemies in the siege, there is no eyebrow of swords, and it is safer to penetrate layers of armor after all.

"Zhong Miao, you must be careful when you lure the enemy on your shoulders!" Kuai Yue's coat was an ordinary cloth robe, which was not like a dignified historical figure.

"Don't worry, the last general will not be able to bear the mission!" Huo Jun's face was firm and had no intention of timidity.

"Person Zhou. You are very skilled in martial arts, and Huo is beyond the reach of the world. Please protect my lord and Kuai Du break through!" Huo Jun bowed and bowed to Zhou Cang, who stood beside Zhuge Liang, and said sincerely.

When he broke through Xiangyang, Huo Jun admired the fact that Zhou Cangzhen killed Cai Qing, the brother of Cai Mao clan. Cai Qing was always brave, and Huo Jun believed that he was equal to his martial arts, but Zhou Cang killed him in the chaos.

Although he took advantage of some sneak attacks, Zhou Cang's martial spirit had no doubt at all.

"Yeah!" Although Zhou Cang didn't talk much, it made people feel very credible.

Kuai Yue took out a silk book from his sleeve and handed it to his side, and ordered: "Put this letter deep in the desk in the lord's study. Remember not to find it easily, but don't be too secret!"

After receiving the order, Liu Qi asked in confusion: "Yi Du Gong, what is the meaning of placing that letter in my study?"

"Lord, that letter is used to provoke the internal fight between Cai and Ma Chao!" Kuai Yue's eyes showed a hint of hatred and explained. "The letter is the content of Ma Chao's secret lord..."

"..." Liu Qi was slightly surprised, then came over and said with a little confusion, "This plan of the Yidu Gong seems to have been used by Zhou Yu before. Will this plan work if he applies this plan now?"

"Don't worry, Lord Zhou Mu..." Zhuge Liang said, "The Cai brothers are suspicious.

Even if you use two tricks out of nothing, as long as you do it more realistically, it will be effective! What's more, Ma Chao is not a kind person, I'm afraid this trick is just right!" After saying that, Zhuge Liang's wise eyes showed a slight light of the world.

This strategy was made by Zhuge Liang. He knew very well that if the overall situation in Jingzhou was to be pacified in the future, Cai Mao and Ma Chao would have to fight each other first.

In fact, Zhuge Liang always believed that Ma Chao was unable to be willing to become a "guardian" and "thug" in Cai Mao. His real purpose of intervening in the Jingzhou war was definitely to seize Jingzhou.

There is a reason for this layer inside, outsiders only need to add some material. Just light the fire.

"So that's it..." Liu Qi nodded and suddenly said.

"Lord, it's time to set off!" Kuai Yue looked at the sky and said to Liu Qi in harmony.

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At the end of the night, the Jinfan Navy Army, which had been silent for two days, and Liu Pan's Jingnan Army finally made great moves. Under the cover of the Jinfan Navy Army, the Jingnan Army landed on the night and launched a fierce attack on the direction of Jiangling with the most powerful Changsha soldiers as the front drive.

Although Cai's army was very prepared, they were still a little panicked when they were actually attacked by the Jingnan army at night.

At this moment, the southern city gate of Jiangling suddenly opened. Under Huo Jun, a group of people guarded Liu Qi, Kuai Liang, Kuai Yue and others urgently attacked and killed the riverside, clearly intending to join the Jingnan army and break through in one fell swoop.

Cai He knew that Liu Pan must have had a secret discussion with the defenders in the city, but at this time, Liu Qi and others could not be allowed to escape from the sky, otherwise the Cai family might be devastating in the future.

After this enlightenment, Cai He also abandoned his fear and led his soldiers to resist on both sides, and urgently sent envoys to ask Cai Xun and Ma Chao for help.

The first to arrive and enter the battle was Ma Dai's iron cavalry. It happened to be Ma Dai's rotating position. As soon as he found that the battle end began, he led 2,000 iron cavalry under his command to attack the breakout team in Jiangling City without hesitation.

Ma Dai's goal is very clear, and he killed the Kuai brothers. As for Liu Qi, if he had not died in the chaos, Ma Dai would not mind handing him over to Cai Xun. I believe Cai Xun would definitely treat Liu Qi well!

Because horse hooves were wrapped in grass cloth, the sound of horse hooves rumbling when 2,000 cavalry galloped was greatly weakened.

It was not until less than 2,300 steps close to that Huo Jun's army discovered that the iron cavalry was coming and was busy preparing to welcome the cavalry's charge.

Amid the melodious and long sound of Qiang flutes, the iron cavalry swept across the battlefield like an unstoppable torrent, and the person was invincible. The infantry who was fighting in a hurry became fragile and powerless in front of the charger.

Liangzhou war horses are famous for their height, but once they charge forward, their power is terrifying. Many people are not stabbed to death or killed. They are even directly hit by war horses and trampled to death.

Seeing that the soldiers under his command were knocked away by an iron cavalry like leaves, Huo Jun's heart was as if he was suffocated and his eyes were suffocated, but the heavy responsibilities he shouldered forced him to calm down.

Under his greeting, the remaining soldiers guarded Liu Qi and others and rushed towards the south frantically. One hoped to meet with Liu Pan earlier, and also hoped that after mixing with Cai's army, the charge of the subway cavalry would be scruples.

This move really came into effect. When Huo Jun's troops and Cai's army were mixed, Ma Dai had to order the Iron Cavalry to stop. The Iron Cavalry's charge was not distinguished from my enemy.

Soon, Ma Chao and Pang De led the remaining 9,000 cavalry to the battlefield. When he saw Ma Dai standing there in a daze, Ma Chao was furious and shouted at Ma Dai's reason.

"Focus!" After Ma Dai explained the reason, Ma Chao slapped him without hesitation and shouted angrily: "How could my Ma family have a fool like you!"

Ma Dai covered his face. He didn't dare to say anything. Pang De, who was beside him, hurriedly advised him, calming Ma Chao's anger.

If you don’t look at Ma Dai, Ma Chao raised his silver spear in his hand and roared loudly: “Listen to my order, the whole army will charge. But those who block the advance of the iron cavalry will kill them regardless of the enemy and us!”

"No!" More than ten thousand iron cavalry roared wildly, sounding like thunder, shocking the sky.

"Kill!" Ma Chao gently clamped the horse's belly and rushed out first.

"Kill!" Amid the shocking and infinite shouts of killing, the irresistible iron stream rushes again, sweeping away all obstacles.

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"Uh~~!" Before many soldiers of Cai found that their bodies flew up like leaves, and then fell heavily. They didn't have time to get up, and the horse's hooves stepped on with the force of thousands of equal strength.

Fortunately, my arms and thighs were broken, and my head was broken, and my brain and blood were sprayed out.

Although the soldiers of the Cai army have many combat experience, they have ever seen such a mighty iron cavalry charge. What's more, these iron cavalry are clearly their own family members.

For a moment, many people were stunned, but soon after, they ran around like a ghost.

Huo Jun did not expect that Ma Chao would be so resolute and cruel, and even the Allied forces slaughtered without hesitation. In addition, he could only lead the remaining soldiers to flee south.

However, the charge of the cavalry was so fast that they quickly caught up with Huo Jun and his party. Ma Chao rode alone and rushed into Huo Jun's army like a whirlwind. Liu Qi and others were closely guarded and were Ma Chao's targets.
To be continued...