Chapter 369: Entering Xudu, Obstacles

"Don't worry, my lord, in seven days, the army will attack the territory!"

Ma Chao said solemnly, Gu Rubing nodded and looked in the direction of Xu Ducheng. Sooner or later, he and Cao Cao would have to decide the outcome, whether it was victory or defeat, but also life and death.

Entering Xudu this time is another confrontation between Gu Rubing and Cao Cao, and this time, it will be more dangerous than the previous battle. If one is not careful, it may be a doomed situation.

So this time, even Gu Rubing was ready and fully prepared. When he met Zhao Yun at the border of Yuzhou last time, he sent several letters to prepare for entering Xudu this time.

While the few people were chatting, they had already arrived at Beiliang Ranch, which is known as the number one horse farm. Guan Yu's red rabbit, Ma Chao's Li Feisha, Zhang Fei's dark clouds treading snow, and Zhao Yun's night-shining jade lion are all From here, there are also the Yanyun Eighteen Cavalry, all of which use the big horses here.

After entering the Beiliang Ranch, what comes into view is a group of horses galloping in the racecourse. The running horses are like a vivid picture. Their figures look particularly majestic under the long and slanting sunshine of Xiliang. The rising dust filled the air, adding excitement and enthusiasm to this spectacular scene.

The ranch was originally controlled by Ma Teng, but since Ma Teng and Han Sui had a falling out, Han Sui took over the Beiliang Ranch, and now it is finally back in the hands of Ma Chao.

After Han Sui's defeat, the guards here were also recruited. The general who captured Han Sui was guarding here. He has now fully taken over and is waiting for the arrival of Gu Rubing and the others.

Ten thousand first-class war horses have been prepared and are galloping in the racecourse. Several horse trainers are leading them for training. Looking at the tall and mighty horses, Gu Rubing couldn't help but smile.

"What a great gift."

Early the next morning, the news that Liu Bei was going to Xudu had spread from many places.

Gu Rubing also took Zhao Yun, Taishi Ci and the two hundred Younu Colonels who had successfully full-time on their way to Xudu. Yes, the Younu Colonel finally succeeded in full-time service.

[Military type: Captain Younu. 】

[Characteristics: well-trained, reconnaissance, and able to pierce a poplar with a hundred steps (under the leadership of Tai Shici, Colonel You Nu trained horsemanship and archery with great results, and coupled with Zhuge Liang's Zhuge Liannu, they all have the archery skills of a hundred steps to pierce a poplar), school captain ( Younu Colonels are a special force composed of soldiers with the strength of Colonels. They are responsible for performing various tasks that are inconvenient for the army.)]

[Effect of piercing Yang with a hundred steps: Each of the crossbow captains is one of the best archers. When using a crossbow in combat, the attack power is +500%, the movement speed is +200%, and the shooting range is +100 meters! 】

[Colonel: Captain Younu has the basic attributes of a top third-rate general, but he is still regarded as a soldier and can enjoy the bonus effects of a soldier! 】

[Introduction: The crossbow captains led by Tai Shici are invincible and can complete tasks that are difficult for other arms. Does their strength end here? 】

Although Colonel Younu is small in number, his individual strength is stronger than that of Qinglong Academy swordsman, Yanyun Eighteen Cavalry and Baijie soldiers. Moreover, Colonel Younu is not a camp that fights head-on, but is a group responsible for executing various tasks. Special mission troops.

For example, assassinations and intelligence gathering are all tasks that can only be completed by Captain You Nu. And judging from the introduction at the end, it feels like there should still be improvements. If the basic attributes of second-rate generals can be improved, then Gu Rubing will not be able to do it. Just imagine, what would it be like if hundreds of second-rate generals and thousands of third-rate generals rushed towards the enemy?

At the same time, under Zhuge Liang's instruction, four thousand Baijie soldiers set out from Qingzhou and went straight to Xudu in Yuzhou. Not only the Baijie soldiers, but also Zhang Fei and two thousand Qinglong school swordsmen set out from Bingzhou and headed for Xudu.

Four generals, two generals, two top-level generals, three major arms, the Crossbow School Captain, the Qinglong School Swordsman and the Yanyun Eighteen Cavalry, any one of them can defeat a third-rate general. The team, as Gu Rubing's personal soldiers when he entered Xudu, was enough to ensure that Gu Rubing's name was safe.

Six days later, the three parties arrived at the north of Xudu City at the same time and met ten miles north of the city.

Gu Rubing has spread the news that he is going to Beijing for so long. The news has already spread in the public. Before Gu Rubing arrives in Xudu, almost everyone in Xudu knows that Gu Rubing is coming to Xudu. All.

Zhang Fei and Guan Yu have not seen each other since the last battle with Cao Cao and Sun Jian. Now that they have met, they are very excited.

"Brother, you asked me to come to Xudu City to attack the Cao thief?"

Zhang Fei said excitedly and patted his chest at the same time.

"I'll take the lead, and I'll make sure that the thief Cao doesn't have anything to eat!"

"Third brother, don't interrupt the elder brother. Listen to the elder brother."

Guan Yu gently admonished, Zhang Fei didn't say anything after hearing this, and waited for Gu Rubing to speak. In this world, I am afraid that only Gu Rubing, Guan Yu, and Zhuge Liang could keep Zhang Fei silent.

"Third brother, don't be anxious. There will be many battles for you to fight in the future. When the time comes, I will give you a cavalry army and let you be its commander."

Gu Rubing said with a smile. After Zhang Fei heard this, he became visibly excited.

"Thank you brother, I will definitely not let you down!"

Zhang Fei immediately cupped his hands and said, and the other people couldn't help laughing after seeing Zhang Fei's appearance.

"The main reason I have called you to come to Xudu this time is to protect my safety. This time entering the capital may be more dangerous than the last time when Cao Cao and Sun Jian attacked together. That is why I have called you here. Wen Yuan has also We are on the way. Compared to arriving at noon today, I feel uneasy without you."

Gu Rubing said softly that it was imperative to enter Beijing this time. Even if there were many dangers ahead, he had to break through this hurdle before he could carry out his next plan.

Before approaching Xu Capital City, the danger has already struck. More than 10,000 infantrymen have camped on the road they must pass to enter the city. As luck would have it, it is Cao Cao's general Xia Houyuan who has camped here, and he is still far away from the camp. When he was half a mile away, Gu Rubing was stopped by someone.

"Who is it? How dare you lead troops close to Xu Capital City! Could it be that you want to attack Xu Capital City?!"

A man who looked like a general raised his sword and pointed it at Gu Rubing. There was no politeness in his words. It was obvious that he was specifically looking for trouble.

"My lord is Uncle Liu Huang, the herdsman of Qingzhou, and so is Liu Bei!"

Next to Gu Rubing, a soldier replied loudly, but to his surprise, the man actually sneered.

"What Uncle Liu Huang? What Qingzhou Mu? I don't know him. No one can lead troops into the capital without the Prime Minister's order. If you don't retreat quickly, don't blame me for being rude to you."

The general was riding a horse and pacing back and forth in front of the formation, always holding the sword tightly in his hand, as if to express his firm attitude to Gu Rubing and the others.

"Hey, that big ear, are you Liu Bei, the shepherd of Qingzhou? You can go there, but you can only bring ten followers, and you have to turn in your weapons. Others can't pass even if they hand over their weapons. Go back where you came from."

Gu Rubing shook his head slightly and winked at Tai Shi Ci beside him. Tai Shi Ci, who received Gu Rubing's instructions, picked up the big bow, drew the bow and nocked an arrow, and the sharp arrow flew out in one go.

Before the arrogant general could react, an arrow pierced his shoulder. The general screamed and fell from his horse.

"This arrow is because you spoke rudely to my lord!"

As Taishi Ci spoke, he shot another arrow. This arrow penetrated the other shoulder of the general and pinned him to the ground.

"This arrow is because you are disrespectful to the Han clan! My lord is the current emperor's uncle. Who are you? You dare to call my lord by his first name?!"

After that, Taishi Ci was about to kill the general with one arrow, but was stopped by a man coming out from behind him.

"Lord Zhou Mu, please forgive him for his recklessness. However, what he said is indeed the rule set by the Prime Minister. No one is allowed to carry weapons or armor when entering the city. At most, he can only carry Ten followers.”

Xia Houyuan, one of the generals who has followed Cao Cao from the beginning. His personal strength and ability to lead troops can be considered first-rate. At this moment, he is ordered by Cao Cao to stop Gu Rubing here. Before coming, Cao Cao had specially blessed Xia Houyuan not to interact with him. When Gu Rubingsheng goes to war, all he needs to do is block him slightly and give him a blow.

Cao Cao, who was well aware of Gu Rubing's character, certainly knew that he could not stop Gu Rubing by relying on his own rule that princes were not allowed to bring more than ten followers to the capital, and were not allowed to carry weapons. If he stopped Gu Rubing based on this, then Cao Cao would still Can he be beaten to this level by Gu Rubing? We can only stay in Sili Prefecture and northern Yuzhou and wait for the opportunity.

In front of the battle, Xia Houyuan led 10,000 soldiers to confront Gu Rubing and the others. Neither side wanted to make concessions. The battle was almost about to break out, and people around him had begun to stop and watch.

At the critical moment, a sharp voice sounded.

"His Majesty's word!"

As the sharp voice fell, a red sedan appeared in everyone's eyes. The visitor was Song Diao Temple, the famous man in front of the current emperor. The eunuch got off the sedan and trotted all the way to the middle of the two armies, not caring about breathing. After taking a breath, the eunuch put the fly whisk in his arm, cleared his throat and said sharply.

"Your Majesty has an oral order! Xuanqingzhou Mu, the emperor's uncle Liu Bei is going to see you tomorrow, and you can lead troops and weapons into the city! Here you go!"

No one on either side wanted to kneel down. Only those who were watching the excitement from a distance were frightened and knelt down one after another.

"The emperor's decree? What did the prime minister say?"

Xia Houyuan asked with a frown, but as soon as he said the words, he regretted it. Saying such words in front of Gu Rubing, wouldn't it be a way to get him to the door?

As expected, Guan Yu snorted coldly.

"Prime Minister? Who is he? This world still belongs to the Liu family. When will it be his turn to speak for a man named Cao? Or is your Prime Minister planning to replace him and take over the world?"

Listening to Guan Yu's words, Xia Houyuan was furious. He had followed Cao Cao since he was young and had a deep relationship. The two of them not only grew up together, they were also brothers-in-law with Cao Cao. At this moment, when he heard Guan Yu talking about Cao Cao, Xia Houyuan Furious.

"Shut up, this important place in the capital, how can you be allowed to act so arrogantly here? Not to mention you, a red-faced thief, even your lord, you cannot insult the prime minister here!"

"What a great official authority. Is this the emperor's uncle's fault?"

Gu Rubing joked that he had known for a long time that Xia Houyuan could not withstand the provocation of the generals. With a little provocation, Xia Houyuan would definitely be fooled. In this case, Cao Cao's handle would be in his hands.

"The Prime Minister is really powerful. Even if the emperor met me, the emperor's uncle, I'm afraid he wouldn't be like this. I didn't expect that you, a subordinate of the prime minister, would dare to do this. It seems that it is exactly what people in the world say, Cao Cao Is this usurping the throne?”

Gu Rubing yelled out the last words, just to let everyone around him know about it. Youyou can talk to anyone, but they can kill people.

"Shut up!"

Xia Houyuan was about to ride his horse forward, but he was stopped by a person behind him. That person was Cao Cao's number one counselor, Xun Yu. Because Cao Cao was worried about Xia Houyuan, he sent Xun Yu to keep an eye on him. In order to avoid any mistakes, Xun Yu was nearby and could not stop Xia Houyuan's quick mouth, but at least he stopped Xia Houyuan who was about to take action.

"My subordinate, Xun Yu, the Minister of Household Affairs, is here to meet the emperor's uncle. General Xiahou just said such nonsense because he drank too much. The emperor's uncle should not pay attention to it. The prime minister has set such a rule. First, he has already asked your majesty for instructions. , with His Majesty's consent, and secondly, because he was afraid that someone would enter the palace and seek evil, so this misunderstanding arose. Uncle Liu would naturally not have any evil intentions towards the emperor and could lead troops into the city. "

What Xun Yu said was impeccable. He overturned the rules set by Cao Cao on the emperor, repeated what the emperor had verbally agreed to, and stated Gu Rubing's position. In just a few words, the atmosphere became tense. Relaxed.

Looking at Xun Yu, Gu Rubing sighed slightly in his heart. He was indeed Cao Cao's most capable subordinate and handled things perfectly. It was a pity that he never had the chance to contact him, otherwise he would have taken Xun Yu under his command no matter what.

"Secretary of the Ministry of Finance? Your name is Xun Yu, right? Are the Prime Minister's hands so long? They are all extended to the Ministry of Revenue. Even the Minister of the Ministry of Finance can be appointed at will. Will the six ministers be appointed next?"

Gu Rubing sneered. Xun Yu was not impatient when he heard Gu Rubing's innuendo. He waited until Gu Rubing finished speaking before speaking slowly.

"I have some knowledge and know some planning skills, so I was favored by Your Majesty, and I was promoted to the official position of Minister of Household Affairs. If the emperor feels that I am not worthy of my position, then I will write a letter to your Majesty tomorrow. , no longer an official."

"Then no need."

Gu Rubing waved his hand.

"If that's the case, people who don't know better would think that I came to Beijing this time just to cause trouble."

"Your Majesty's words are wrong. Everyone in the world knows your Majesty's heart. Your Majesty must be too worried about your Majesty. We haven't seen him for a long time, so he came to the capital to see Your Majesty."

With one word, Xun Yu led Gu Rubing to the capital without leaving a trace. He missed the emperor and dug a hole for Gu Rubing to come out. Gu Rubing glanced at Xun Yu lightly.

"When I enter the palace to meet the Holy Spirit, do I still need to tell you what I am going to do? Or maybe your prime minister asked you to ask?"

"Of course not, I'm just curious."

Xun Yu bowed to the end, and Gu Rubing ignored them and led his troops into the city.