Chapter 664 It's better to be a prisoner than a guest

After Zhuge Liang heard the news that Zhang Lu was defeated and lost in Hanzhong, he not only did not worry, but sent a letter to Zhang Lu, hoping that Zhang Lu could be under Liu Bei's command and was willing to treat him.

At this time, Zhang Lu realized what it was called defeat like a mountain. In the past, when he was in Hanzhong, he could not do anything in the face of the Yizhou army. After Hanzhong was captured, there were only more than 2,000 soldiers who escaped with him, and he had to face the pursuit of the Xiliang army.

There were constantly soldiers fleeing. When Zhuge Liang's messenger came to the army, there were only more than 1,000 soldiers in Zhang Lu's hand, and only Zhang Wei was the general, who could be worthy of entrusting heavy responsibilities. Yang Ang, Yang Ren and others estimated that it was already bad luck.

Zhang Lu, as the leader of the Wudou Rice Religion, doesn't care much about these things outside him. He is only worried about the people of Hanzhong and the people in Yizhou. When he was in Hanzhong, he also attached importance to preaching and constantly developing believers. His wish is also very simple. He hopes that one day his followers can spread all over the world and let the world. The people were full of food and clothing, and they were not worried about their livelihood. When they saw the people resisting the cavalry charge, Zhang Lu was once sad.

"Lord, Zhuge Liang sent an envoy to the army?" Yanpu said in doubt.

Zhang Lu frowned and meditated for a long time and said, "This matter is very important. Let me think about it."

In fact, Yan Pu also knows what Zhuge Liang is thinking. Jingzhou and Yizhou are close. If Yizhou can be taken as his own, Liu Bei's strength will increase many times in an instant. With Yizhou as the backing and Jingzhou as a springboard, Liu Bei also has the strength to challenge Cao Cao and even the Xiliang army. On the surface, Zhuge Liang will fight. It is the banner of supporting Liu Zhang. Liu Bei's ambition is definitely not as simple as rescue, that is, Liu Zhang was in a hurry and did not think so much. Even if the Xiliang army retreated, Zhuge Liang would set off a bloody storm in the land of Yizhou. In a word, Yizhou will not be as stable as before, or it will become a Liang. Whether it is to govern the land or become the rear of Liu Bei, no matter what kind of result, it is very dangerous for Yizhou.

However, at this time, Zhang Lu was busy with himself, and Yanpu did not say so much. No matter how Zhang Lu chose, he would follow him. Over the years, Zhang Lu's most trusted official was him. Many major events in Hanzhong were handled by him, but the attack of the Xiliang Army was too sharp and did not give time to respond.

Zhang Lu has a great reputation in Yizhou. He has carried forward the Wudou Rice Religion. He has many believers, widely benevolence and righteousness, and has won the hearts of the people. With the help of Zhang Lu, Zhuge Liang's plan can be more implemented. Not only does Jia Rong understand this, but Zhuge Liang is bound to get Zhang Lu.

When he sent troops, Zhuge Liang only had 10,000 soldiers and horses in his hand, Zhang Fei's followers, and now he is already 20,000 soldiers and horses. His strength is like a snowball, which is enough to attract anyone's attention. With his three-inch tongue and extraordinary strategy, Zhuge Liang can be said to be like a fish in water on the battlefield of Yizhou.

The confidence to attack Yizhou is also increasing. In his opinion, even if the Xiliang army occupies Hanzhong, and he has Zhang Lu, he can quickly equalize the disadvantage. With the influence of Zhang Lu, it will be easier for him to attack Hanzhong.

Late at night, Zhang Lu couldn't sleep for a long time. A letter from Zhuge Liang and a brightly colored yellow cloth were put together.

"Lord, call the humble office late at night. I don't know what it is?" Yanpu asked calmly, not at all worried about the current rotten situation in Hanzhong.

"Zimao, you have been under me for many years. You basically deal with things in Hanzhong, and now Liangguo and Zhuge Liang have sent messengers to our army at the same time, which..." Zhang Ludao.

"What the lord is concerned about is just a matter after the surrender. The Xiliang army dominates the world and is beyond its reach. Jia Rong has established the Liang Kingdom and has Jizhou and other places. Recently, I heard that Yuzhou is also included in the hands of the Xiliang army, and Liu Bei has only tens of thousands of soldiers, and the only counselor is Zhuge Liang. Even if he treats the master as a guest, he can He, if the Xiliang army attacked under Liu Bei in another day, how could it last for a long time? If he turns to Liu Bei, after Liu Bei is broken, and then turns to Jia Rong, the status of the master will be even lower. Yanpu asked rhetorically.

"Liu Bei has been defeated many times, but he is benevolent and has a good reputation in the world, while the Xiliang army is famous." Zhang Lu said after pondering for a moment.

"Ha ha, what a fierce name is. It's just a family in the world. I don't know how many people are willing to go to Chang'an Luyang, or even any Xiliang Army's land to treat the people. Jia Rong has really achieved benevolence and righteousness. How much better than those princes who are benevolence and behind their backs, and Jia Rong established the State of Liang, and the soldiers had a strong combat effectiveness. There were countless generals under his command, and there were countless counselors. Once he attacked Liu Bei, he could only be defeated. Not long after Liu Zhang took over Yizhou, his military spirit was unstable. As expected, Jia Rong's ambition was in the whole Liangzhou, not a city and a country. Yan Pu said, "Liu Bei's benevolence and righteousness are known all over the world, but Jia Rong's theory of water boats has won many people's hearts. In recent years, I have heard of the rebellion of the people under the Xiliang Army, and Jia Rong has completely reduced the taxes of the common people. This kind of action has never been seen before."

Zhang Lu meditated for a long time, and the muscles on his face shook gently. Suddenly, he patted and said, "I decided to join the Xiliang Army."

"Zimao, take a look at the imperial edict of Liangguo." Zhang Lu handed the yellow silk cloth to Yan Pu's hand.

"Well, Jia Rong understands the master's thoughts. In the future, adults can preach in Luyang, and even under the rule of the whole Xiliang Army, it is really gratifying." Yanpu Dao.

"Zimao, you have followed me for many years and got nothing. After joining Jia Rong this time, I will definitely say more for you in front of him. With your ability, you will definitely make a reputation in Liangguo." Zhang Ludao.

Without Hanzhong, Zhang Lu was not angry, but had a feeling of relief. The Xiliang Army treated the people kindly, and the people in Hanzhong also had a good place. What's more, after Zhang Lu defected to the Xiliang Army, Hanzhong would become more stable.

Yanpu was moved when he heard the words. Although Zhang Lu didn't do well, he really had nothing to say about his subordinates.

The next day, Zhang Lu gathered his generals and announced his decision. During this period, he gritted his teeth and said, "I'd rather be a prisoner of Liang than a guest of Liu Bei." He even directly ordered Zhuge Liang's messenger to be killed, which effectively humiliated Liu Bei.

With Zhang Lu's investment, Hanzhong became more stable. After coming forward to appease the people, Zhang Lu went to Luyang under the escort of the army. Jia Rong would arrange a suitable position for him.

The people under the rule of Liang are rich, but there are too few activities in leisure time. Even if there is a national movement proposed by Jia Rong, it still can't change the loneliness of the elderly. Zhang Lu's sect advocates that the people do nothing and does not pursue utilitarianism. To a certain extent, it is impossible for Jia Rong to agree. What he wants to see The soldiers and the people under their command are full of fighting spirit, but if they invade again and rise up to kill the enemy, everyone must have blood in their chest, not weakness.

During the Eastern Han Dynasty, there were many monks who preached. They advocated people's kindness, which had no conflict with the rulers of the Eastern Han Dynasty. Wudou Rice Religion, that is, the predecessor of Taoism. As a native Chinese sect, Jia Rong still had a certain affection for him. Naturally, he hoped that Taoism could be stronger.

When Zhuge Liang heard Zhang Lu's words after he defected to the Xiliang Army, his kind smile disappeared and said faintly, "Zhang Lu doesn't know the Lord. Sooner or later, he will regret it."

"Sir, our army has taken Ba County. Why don't you take the opportunity to attack Hanzhong and occupy Hanzhong while the Xiliang army's foothold is not stable?" Zhang Fei doubted that in the past few days, their army was only five days away from Hanzhong.

"Yide, there are many capable people in Ba County. If you despise him, you will definitely suffer a disaster. Our army rushed to Yizhou to support Liu Zhang, not to be happy for a while. I heard that the general of Ba County is Yan Yan, brave and resourceful. We have mobilized nearly 10,000 soldiers from Ba County to make him suspicious."

"What's wrong with being suspicious?" Zhang Fei shouted dissatisfiedly, "At that time, I will lead the army to kill for a while, and take care of what Yan Yan turned into flying ashes."

"Yide, think twice before you act. Don't do something regretful because of the moment of pleasure. It is not easy for the master to have today's strength. Today's situation, led by the Xiliang Army and Cao Cao's second to occupy Yizhou, is a very important step for the Lord to dominate the world. You are a general in the army. In the future, we will be independent."

"What you said is true. Fei must listen carefully to your teacher's instructions." Zhang Fei said respectfully.

Zhang Fei is very strange. He admires Zhuge Liang, a resourceful literati, very much. He can say whatever he has to say. Although he was a little dissatisfied with Zhuge Liang before, he had completely dissipated when the Xinye fought, and turned into respect for Zhuge Liang.

"Well, General Zhang should go to inspect the army. Be careful." Zhuge Liang still heard Zhang Fei's personality clearly.

Looking at the rough map in front of him, Zhuge Liang muttered, "I didn't expect the Xiliang Army to move so fast. I think it must have been prepared in advance. What kind of weapon it is to attack Hanzhong in the first battle. It has such a power to directly open the gate of Hanzhong and attack the city." As the governor of Hanzhong, Zhang Lu, He Liuyan has been in court for many years. He must have a certain strength. Pang Yi has attacked Hanzhong many times and has been repulsed. It can be seen that Zhang Lu must attach great importance to the city defense of Hanzhong. On the contrary, he was captured by the Xiliang Army in the past, and Zhang Lu did not realize the combat effectiveness of the Xiliang Army. There is a great relationship. Anyway, all the advantages are tilting towards Liangguo. Unexpectedly, my righteous support for Yizhou is not as good as the Xiliang Army.