Ten days later, Zhang Xiu and Lü Bu's army of 50,000 set off from Bingzhou, unstoppable all the way, and all the cities along the way were captured!
Bingzhou borders Jizhou. In less than a month, Zhang Jiao lost three counties in Jizhou, suffering heavy losses.
Meanwhile, in Ji Province, Zhang Jiao also received news of Dong Zhuo's army's invasion.
"How could the Bingzhou army be so powerful?" Lai Fu's face turned ashen. In just one month, Jizhou had already lost three counties, and the Bingzhou army was advancing deep into the heart of Jizhou.
He hadn't expected Dong Zhuo's methods to be so ruthless. If things continued like this, the entire Ji Province might fall.
“Brother, I’ve heard that the commander of the Bingzhou army is named Zhang Xiu!” Zhang Bao said from the side.
Upon hearing this name, Laifu raised an eyebrow. Zhang Xiu! Tong Yuan's second disciple!
"No wonder, then it's not surprising."
Back then, Zhang Xiu had already reached the sixth level of martial arts, and among martial arts practitioners of the same level, he could be considered one of the best. Lai Fu had naturally witnessed this.
Dian Wei, standing to the side, said in a muffled voice, "How did Zhang Xiu end up joining the Bingzhou army? Senior Brother, let me go and meet him!"
Dian Wei naturally knew Zhang Xiu as well. After being taught a lesson by Lu Li, he went down the mountain to travel.
"Haha, if General Dian were to go into battle, Zhang Xiu would certainly be no match for him!" Zhang Bao said with a laugh.
After pondering for a moment, Lai Fu shook his head and said, "That's not appropriate. Zhang Xiu is also a disciple of Guigu. We cannot underestimate him."
"Moreover, the Bingzhou army is currently at its peak, and we cannot afford to fight them head-on."
"Brother, what should we do? Are we just going to watch Zhang Xiu attack like this?" Zhang Bao asked anxiously.
After pondering for a long time, Leif slowly said, "Move the Trapped Camp to the front lines. This time, I will go myself!"
A month ago, Lu Li found a reason to lie and say that he had transferred the Trapped Camp back to Ghost Valley, but in reality he had sent them to Zhang Jiao's command.
Cao Cao regretted it, but there was nothing he could do to stop it.
Originally, the Trapped Camp was Lu Li's trump card left for Zhang Jiao, and it should never be used as a last resort.
"Brother, you're going in person?" Zhang Bao and Dian Wei were both shocked. Lai Fu was the Heavenly General of the Yellow Turban Army and the Celestial Master of the Way of Peace. How could he go into battle in person?
"Senior Brother, the Trapped Camp cannot be moved lightly. I think it would be better to have the chieftains of Jingzhou and Yanzhou send troops over."
Although Dian Wei looks simple-minded, he has learned a lot from following Lu Li for the past few years.
Zhang Bao nodded in agreement with Dian Wei's suggestion.
Laifu frowned and shook his head, saying, "No, the army in Yanzhou cannot be moved. If they are moved, Cao Cao will probably make his move as well."
Similarly, if the Jingzhou army were to move, it would have to pass through Yuan Shao first.
"Don't worry, with Tiezhu around, what is Zhang Xiu?" Leifu said confidently.
Dian Wei chuckled and said, "Since Senior Brother is confident, let's go. Anyway, I haven't stretched my muscles in a long time!"
Zhang Bao shook his head helplessly and said, "Then, brother, please be careful. General Dian, you must protect me!"
Dian Wei patted his chest and laughed, "In my eyes, that Zhang Xiu is nothing but fancy moves, nothing to worry about!"
Tong Yuan's three disciples, Zhang Ren, Zhang Xiu, and Zhao Yun, had all been defeated by Dian Wei, so he naturally didn't take Zhang Xiu seriously.
“The Trapped Camp… never mind, now is not the time to use the Trapped Camp!” Leif sighed and said.
Three days later, Laifu led Dian Wei to Julu to prepare to meet the approaching Bingzhou army.
Just as Laifu arrived in Julu County, Zhang Xiu led the Bingzhou army to attack.
"Senior Brother, Zhang Xiu has seen us before. What if he recognizes us?" Dian Wei frowned, looking somewhat worried.
Leif narrowed his eyes and said, "It doesn't matter. He'll find out sooner or later. Besides, do you really think Dong Zhuo is sincerely trying to fight us?"
Dong Zhuo was no different from those other governors; they all wanted to strengthen themselves, and none of them genuinely wanted to defeat the Yellow Turban Army.
Because the Yellow Turban Army was there, the world would not be at peace, and that's how they could grow stronger.
Leif was utterly disillusioned with this corrupt court, and those so-called loyal and patriotic officials were nothing but rubbish!
Zhang Xiu and Lü Bu led their armies to the city gates.
“Fengxian… I have a feeling something’s wrong with this Julu?” Zhang Xiu murmured as he stood on the city wall, looking around.
He always felt that the atmosphere in Julu County was somewhat strange, as if there was an ambush, which made Zhang Xiu wary.
Lu Bu looked around and said, "It's just a charade. These Yellow Turban rebels are a rabble. Haven't we already seen that before?"
"Yes, Fengxian is right!" Zhang Xiu nodded, feeling relieved.
Then, Lü Bu shouted, "Where is the garrison commander of Julu? Quickly open the city gates and surrender, or you may escape death!"
The city walls were eerily silent, not a sound could be heard.
"Hmm? What's going on?" Zhang Xiu frowned, somewhat puzzled.
"Hmph, playing tricks! I'll go and attack the city, let's see how they handle it!" Lu Bu sneered, gripping his halberd, and charged towards the city gate alone on horseback.
"kill!"
Seeing that Lü Bu had come alone, Dian Wei on the city wall was furious and picked up his double halberds to go down.
"Tiezhu, what are you doing?" Leifu quickly grabbed Dianwei.
Dian Wei roared, "Brother, this bastard is going too far! He's attacking the city all by himself! This is clearly an insult to us!"
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