Chapter 314: Leading the Army in Person to Liangzhou

After arranging everything, Liu Bian decided to spend these two days accompanying Diao Chan well.

After all, this time on the expedition, he didn't know how long it would take to return.

Chang'an, Bingzhou Wolf Cavalry camp, at this time, Zhang Liao was discussing the expedition matters for the day after tomorrow with the generals.

"Reporting to the General, the messenger carrying the decree from Luoyang has arrived!" Suddenly, a soldier guarding outside the camp walked in and reported.

"Oh, it should be His Majesty's imperial decree that has arrived. Quickly invite him in!" Zhang Liao heard the soldier's words and immediately said to the group.

Subsequently, a small eunuch walked into the military tent. After seeing Zhang Liao and the others, he hurriedly said with a smile: "General Zhang, this servant is acting under His Majesty's orders to come and transmit the decree."

"Bingzhou Army Commander Zhang Liao receives the decree!" The small eunuch first told the group his purpose after seeing Zhang Liao and the others, and then shouted to the group with a solemn face.

"Your subject, Zhang Liao, leads all the soldiers of the Bingzhou Army to receive the decree!" After hearing the small eunuch's words, Zhang Liao and the others all knelt on the ground with solemn faces and shouted respectfully.

"By the grace of Heaven, the Emperor decrees: Two days later, I order Bingzhou Army Commander Zhang Liao to lead 50,000 troops to capture Bingzhou, and order Zhang He and Gao Lan to each lead 25,000 troops to guard the Sili region to guard against Liu Dai of Yanzhou. Respect this!"

After the small eunuch's sharp voice fell, he said to Zhang Liao with a face full of smiles: "General Zhang, receive the decree!"

"This subordinate Zhang Liao receives the decree!" After Zhang Liao reacted, he hurriedly shouted loudly.

"General Zhang, then this servant will go back to report the mission. I wish General Zhang a triumphant return!" The small eunuch said to Zhang Liao with a face full of flattery.

Ever since Liu Bian took power, those eunuchs who once acted like tyrants had all become cautious and dared not easily engage in any small tricks.

And Zhang Liao, as a red-hot figure highly valued by Liu Bian, even someone like Li Liangcheng had to be courteous to him.

Therefore, this small eunuch naturally dared not have the slightest negligence, and even more dared not offend Zhang Liao, because once he offended him, his own life would probably be hard to guarantee.

"Since that is the case, then I will not detain you, Eunuch. Please go slowly."

Seeing the small eunuch's flattering appearance, Zhang Liao responded with a smile on his face.

Subsequently, a guard stepped forward and sent the small eunuch out of the camp.

After the small eunuch left, Zhang Liao turned to look at Zhang He and Gao Lan, and spoke with a solemn expression: "Zhang He, Gao Lan, you two go and select 25,000 elite soldiers each."

"After I set out on the expedition, the heavy responsibility of guarding the Sili region will be handed over to you two. Especially pay attention to Liu Dai of Yanzhou."

After speaking, he stared closely at the two, his eyes full of trust and anticipation.

Zhang He and Gao Lan looked at each other and answered in unison: "This subordinate obeys the decree and will definitely not fail the heavy trust of His Majesty and the General!"

They knew the importance of this mission, so their words were full of solemnity, indicating that they would definitely go all out to complete the mission.

"Good, with you two staying behind to guard the Sili region, I can be at ease. However, the matter of cultivation must also not be left behind."

"I estimate that in the Imperial Court, there must be quite a few people who have broken through to the Postnatal realm, and we have 100,000 troops, yet only the three of us have broken through to the Postnatal realm."

Zhang Liao said to the two with a solemn expression.

Since obtaining the cultivation technique taught by Liu Bian, currently, among the original 50,000 people, one hundred have broken through to the strength of third-rate martial generals.

Ten have broken through to the strength of second-rate martial generals. As for first-rate martial generals, currently there is only one, and as for breaking through to the Postnatal realm, there are only the three of them. This is still too few for an army of 100,000 people.

As for the other soldiers, they are all currently on the verge of breaking through to the third-rate realm.

"This subordinate obeys the decree. General, you can rest assured and set out on the expedition. We will guard the Sili region well, and cultivation will not be left behind!" Looking at Zhang Liao's solemn expression, Zhang He also said solemnly.

"Indeed, with the strength of me and Zhang He, plus the soldiers under our command, as long as we are not fighting the enemy head-on, fighting a defensive battle, we are not afraid of anyone."

Gao Lan also said to Zhang Liao.

"Good, with you two here, I am very at ease. Then go and prepare!"

Hearing this, a smile also appeared on Zhang Liao's face, and then he said to the two.

"This subordinate takes his leave!" The two didn't stay long either. After cupping their hands to Zhang Liao, they walked out of the camp with big strides.

Zhang Liao stood in the empty tent, thought for a while, and then went to prepare for the army's expedition.

For an army of 50,000 to set out on an expedition, the things that need to be prepared are not few. Just the grain and fodder for the people and horses require quite a bit.

"Chan'er, the day after tomorrow, I will set out on the expedition with the army. After I return, I will officially take you as a consort."

In the Imperial Study of the Imperial Palace, looking at Diao Chan who was accompanying him, Liu Bian's voice was gentle, and looking at Diao Chan's beautiful face, his eyes were full of tenderness.

"This subject thanks Your Majesty for your love!" Diao Chan bowed gracefully to Liu Bian.

"However, Your Majesty, on the battlefield, swords and spears have no eyes. You are the body of an Emperor; you must be careful. This subject is waiting for you!"

After Diao Chan thanked Liu Bian, she immediately had a worried look on her face, looked at Liu Bian, her beautiful eyes filled with tears, and said with deep affection.

"Chan'er, rest assured. You know my strength, don't you? In this world, the person who can hurt me hasn't been born yet!"

Looking at Diao Chan's tear-stained face, Liu Bian felt heartache and immediately spoke to comfort her.

"Then you must still be careful."

Diao Chan was still worried, reached out and grabbed Liu Bian's sleeve, tears flickering in her eyes.

Liu Bian reached out, gently stroked Diao Chan's hair, and said gently: "Chan'er, you don't need to worry. I will return safely. When I return triumphantly, that will be the day of our grand wedding."

Diao Chan heard Liu Bian's words and was moved. Her tears couldn't stop flowing. She threw herself into Liu Bian's arms and sobbed softly.

Liu Bian hugged Diao Chan tightly and comforted her softly: "Don't cry, Chan'er. I promise you, I will definitely return safely to reunite with you."

Diao Chan nodded, wiped the tears from the corners of her eyes, looked up at Liu Bian, and said firmly: "Your Majesty, this subject believes that you will definitely be able to defeat the enemy and return safely. This subject will wait for you here."

Liu Bian smiled, lowered his head and kissed Diao Chan on the forehead, and said softly: "Thank you, Chan'er. With your support and encouragement, I have nothing to fear."

In the next two days, Liu Bian was accompanying Diao Chan. Both were young people who had just tasted the flavor, and plus Liu Bian was about to set out on the expedition, so these two days, Diao Chan was exceptionally hardworking...

Two days passed in a flash. Today was the day Liu Bian led the army in person. Early in the morning, Liu Bian brought Dian Wei, Xu Chu, Guo Jia, and Jia Xu and the others.

They arrived at the Xiliang Army camp west of Luoyang City. Liu Bian was wearing the Emperor Armor, with the Emperor Sword hanging at his waist, riding on the Wuzhui horse exchanged from the system. The whole person looked noble and majestic, emitting a rich aura of an Emperor. ===== CHAPTER 315 =====