RPAGF With this logistical support, Zhulong can launch a distant expedition to Yanmen Pass!
With this logistical support, Zhulong can launch a distant expedition to Yanmen Pass!
"You dare!"
Zhang Tong was terrified and kept backing away, staggering as he went.
"My father is the governor of Bingzhou. If you lay a hand on me, can you bear the consequences?"
"Registrar Lü, you are renowned for your bravery; deal with this thief immediately!"
"After this is accomplished, I will have my father promote you to the rank of captain and have you lead troops into battle."
"Whether it's gold or beautiful women, just ask, and I can provide it!"
Lü Bu sighed. He deeply hated Zhang Tong, but he couldn't kill him.
Zhang Tong was the only son of Zhang Yi, the governor of Bingzhou, and was of great importance to him.
If Zhang Tong dies, Bingzhou will surely fall into chaos!
Not only Magistrate Li, but everyone in Linrong County will be caught up in the storm.
At this moment, Lü Bu said in a solemn tone, "Magistrate Li, if possible, please let Zhang Tong go."
Li Qing didn't hear him. He raised his sword again and slashed directly at Zhang Tong!
"Magistrate Li!"
Lu Bu's expression suddenly changed, a cold glint flashed in his eyes, and he immediately took a step forward.
He raised his halberd high and struck with all his might, the sharp tip of the halberd piercing straight into Li Qing's back!
"How dare you harm my lord!"
Xiang Yu roared and swung his Overlord Spear, directly blocking Lü Bu.
"clang!"
The two weapons clashed, producing a deafening metallic sound that shook the entire house.
Lu Bu took two steps back, his face showing astonishment.
He didn't use his full strength, but that halberd strike was still extremely powerful!
He was extremely confident in his abilities, believing that no one could stop him with this strike!
But Xiang Yu blocked it with ease, as if it were a monster!
Instantly, Lü Bu was filled with fierce fighting spirit and attacked again with his halberd, engaging in a fierce battle with Xiang Yu.
The sounds of fighting attracted the guards from inside the mansion.
Immediately, hundreds of heavily armed guards gathered around.
At the same time, more than a dozen black warhorses broke through the gate of the mansion. The Zhulong Divine Cavalry was extremely brave and instantly cut down a group of guards.
The remaining Candle Dragon Divine Riders completely surrounded the government office, warning: "Anyone who dares to make a move will be killed without exception!"
At this moment, Li Qing had already severed Zhang Tong's head with a single sword stroke.
He wiped the blood from his face, expressionlessly sheathed his sword, and coldly surveyed his surroundings.
Lu Bu, who once shook the Three Kingdoms, was forced to retreat under Xiang Yu's attacks, his forehead dripping with sweat.
He couldn't last ten moves before Xiang Yu could take his life!
In the courtyard, a dozen or so Zhulong Divine Riders had already subdued hundreds of guards.
The murderous aura chilled everyone present, and no one dared to resist anymore. They all threw down their weapons, covered their heads with their hands, and begged for mercy.
"Stop, Xiang Yu, Clerk Lü is innocent, we cannot harm him."
Li Qing gave the order in a calm tone.
Xiang Yu immediately stopped and quickly retreated to Li Qing's side, protecting him closely.
Lu Bu's expression changed, and then he bowed respectfully.
"Thank you, Magistrate Li!"
He knew perfectly well that without Li Qing's orders, he would have no chance of surviving today!
This man, as imposing as a mountain and as strong as an iron tower, possesses terrifying fighting power!
Lu Bu sighed and said in a low voice, "Magistrate Li's behavior today was too reckless."
"Zhang Tong certainly deserves to die, but his father is Zhang Yi, the governor of Bingzhou, whose status is unmatched here."
"While what you did may feel satisfying, it will definitely cause a lot of trouble!"
"To execute a court official without authorization is a crime that implicates nine generations of one's family."
Li Qing calmly replied, "Registration Officer Lü, you are worrying too much."
"Zhang Yi's position as governor will not last long."
He knew the history of the Three Kingdoms. It was currently April of the fifth year of the Zhongping era, and Zhang Yi would be killed by the Hu people in May.
Next, Ding Yuan will take over his position.
Even if a deceased governor once wielded great power, he lost all influence after his death.
When a person dies, power also disappears, and the death of his son will not attract anyone's attention.
Lü Bu asked in surprise, "What does this mean?"
Li Qing simply waved his hand without offering any further explanation.
"Registrar Lü was well-versed in the affairs of the world, and naturally understood the importance of grain to the army."
"Today, for the sake of the people of Linrong, I must eliminate Zhang Tong."
"Registrar Lü possesses heroic qualities and will surely become famous throughout the world in the future. Therefore, I do not wish for you to die here without knowing why."
Li Qing straightened his robes and strode away from the main hall.
"Therefore, I made a gentleman's agreement with Clerk Lü."
"I hope that Registrar Lü can keep today's events a secret."
"If anyone asks, just say that it was a Xianbei spy who infiltrated and assassinated the prefect."
"I killed the murderer to avenge the prefect!"
Lu Bu's expression shifted rapidly, then he let out a deep sigh.
"Magistrate Li is truly exceptionally brave; I, Lü Bu, am ashamed to admit my inferiority!"
At the same time, his favorability towards Li Qing skyrocketed, reaching 60 points.
Xiang Yu stepped forward, getting closer to Li Qing.
He asked in a low voice, "My lord, what should be done with Zhang Tong's men and private soldiers?"
Li Qing glanced sideways, his gaze icy.
"The Xianbei spies were highly skilled, and all the governor's retainers were killed in battle."
These people had followed Zhang Tong for a long time and were extremely loyal.
They are currently subdued by the powerful forces of the Candle Dragon Riders, but they may rebel at any time.
Although Li Qing was not afraid, he did not want to cause trouble for himself, so he thought it would be better to kill him directly and solve the problem once and for all.
A fierce glint also flashed in Xiang Yu's eyes.
"clear!"
"Come find me at the granary after you've finished dealing with this matter."
After issuing the order, Li Qing immediately strode away and hurried to the city's granary.
Xiang Yu waved his hand and issued a stern order: "Kill everyone without mercy!"
"Collect all the valuables and grain from the prefectural governor's mansion, then set it on fire!"
……
A moment later, in front of the granary.
Li Qing has already grasped the situation of the granary.
With grain reserves reaching one million shi (a unit of dry measure), the area has ample food supplies to meet the needs of the Linrong County army.
Lu Bu looked around, raised an eyebrow, and asked directly, "Magistrate Li, are you planning to transport all the grain away?"
Li Qing nodded resolutely, "Yes, with these provisions, Linrong County will be able to resist the Xianbei cavalry!"
"We can even launch a campaign as far as Yanmen Commandery, recapture Yanmen Pass, and defend the territory of the Han Dynasty!"
"Let the Xianbei understand that our Great Han possesses a brave and skilled army!"
These words ignited Lu Bu's passion.
He immediately said seriously, "Magistrate Li, I am willing to help you!"
Li Qing nodded: "Registrar Lü, this task is entrusted to you!"
He brought three thousand Candle Dragon Divine Riders, who faced the enemy without fear.
The task of transporting one million shi of grain is extremely difficult, and Lü Bu's support is indispensable!
As the chief clerk, Lü Bu recently took over Zhang Tong's appointment and took control of all the military forces in Shuofang Commandery.
He mobilized the army extremely quickly.
Soon, the troops stationed in Shuofang were assembled.
At the same time, 15,000 laborers were conscripted to form a transport team.
The grain was moved from the warehouse, loaded onto horse-drawn carts, and set off for Linrong.
This action immediately attracted widespread attention from the city's wealthy families.
Various rumors quickly spread throughout the city.
……
Meanwhile, on a vast plain in Yanmen County, tents stood in neat rows.
As night fell, a roaring flame illuminated the night sky, dispelling the darkness.
The soldiers, clad in iron armor, let out a rough laugh.
"We are the powerful Xianbei, descendants of the gods."
"The Han people are cowardly and timid, and they only deserve to be our slaves."
"In less than half a month, we broke through the Yanmen Pass that they boasted about and headed straight for Jinyang."
"Han soldiers begged for mercy, and their women bowed their heads before us."
"Long live the Great Xianbei!"