“Chengdu fell, Cao Cao was killed!”

This news was like a gust of wind, instantly sweeping across every corner of the Qin Army and the Nanman Army.

Everyone in the army was shocked.

Needless to say, the Qin army.

Cao Cao’s death left them without a backbone.

The Southern Barbarian Army was in deep panic.

You know, Cao Cao defeated them with his powerful force, and Meng Huo was forced to surrender.

In the hearts of the southern barbarians, Cao Cao is like an inviolable god hanging high in the sky, an invincible existence.

But now, such a strong man was killed by another emperor!

How could this not shock them?

The atmosphere inside the king’s tent was so oppressive that it made one feel breathless.

Meng Huo held the information tightly in his hand, his brows furrowed.

His heart was filled with worry.

Liu Bei led his army south, targeting him directly, and his intention was obvious.

Liu Bei wanted to destroy Cao Pi and completely destroy the Qin Dynasty.

But after destroying Cao, would they take care of him as well?

It’s really hard to judge.

“Your Majesty!”

A clear female voice broke the silence in the tent.

Meng Huo turned around and saw Zhu Rong standing behind him.

Zhurong, the leader of the second largest tribe of Nanman.

She is also the woman that Meng Huo has always admired.

She went on to say, “Liu Bei has come out in full force. Are you going to go to war with a powerful enemy for Cao Pi?”

Meng Huo snorted coldly and asked:
“What can we do if we don’t help Cao Pi?”

Zhu Rong frowned slightly, thought for a moment and said:
“Your Majesty, why don’t you capture Cao Pi, present him to the Han emperor and become his vassal.”

“In this way, we can protect the interests of our Nanman people.”

When Meng Huo heard this, he was startled and looked at Zhu Rong sharply.

He didn’t expect that this woman was so cruel that she wanted to sell out Cao Pi in exchange for the opportunity to become a vassal of Liu Bei.

Meng Huo shook his head and said:
“I have considered what you said, but it is a pity that it will not work.”

Zhu Rong frowned and asked in confusion:
“Why not?”

Meng Huo looked solemn and continued:
“That Liu Bei is determined to unify the world. He is extremely cruel to foreigners. Do you think he will tolerate me?”

After hearing this, Zhu Rong fell into deep thought.

Only at this moment did she realize that her thoughts were too naive.

If Liu Bei wanted to be like Emperor Wu of Han, he would exterminate all foreign races.

How could he let Nanman go?

Surrender will undoubtedly lead to death.

“Is Liu Bei so cruel?”

Zhu Rong said through gritted teeth.

Changing the subject, she continued:
“Cao Pi only wants to use us to help him restore the Qin Kingdom. Is Your Majesty really being used by him?”

Meng Huo snorted coldly and said disapprovingly: “Do you think that I am confused and will be used?”

Zhu Rong looked puzzled, and Meng Huo said slowly:

“I will use Cao Pi to seize the old land of Yizhou, and then force Cao Pi to abdicate and give the throne to me. I want to be the emperor of Qin!”

After hearing this, Zhu Rong was shocked and a look of surprise appeared on his face.

In her eyes, Meng Huo was just a barbarian from the south. She never expected that he could be so scheming.

He even thought of using Cao Pi to seize Yizhou. His ambition was so great that he even wanted to proclaim himself emperor.

He actually wanted to replace Cao and become the emperor of Shu!

After a while, Zhu Rong praised:

“Your Majesty, I am truly impressed. I didn’t expect you to have such ambition. Now there is hope for our Great Southern Barbarians.”

Meng Huo showed a proud look on his face when he received Zhu Rong’s praise.

Although he was the King of Nanzhong, he was always looked down upon by Zhu Rong and his proposals for marriage were repeatedly rejected.

Now, Zhu Rong actually praised him highly, which gave him hope of marrying Zhu Rong.

“How does the king intend to use Cao Pi?”

Zhu Rong then asked.

Meng Huo looked determined and said proudly:

“Naturally, I will use Cao Pi to recruit Han people for my own use.”

“Then he used the jungles in the south to hold out without fighting until Liu Bei withdrew his troops.”

“When Liu Bei returns, I will march north under the banner of Cao Pi, capture Chengdu, and seize Yizhou.”

“Then force Cao Pi to abdicate, and I will become the emperor!”

Meng Huo outlined his grand plan, his face brimming with confidence.

Zhu Rong’s face was filled with admiration. She cupped her hands and said generously:
“Your Majesty has such ambitions, which is a blessing for our great Southern Barbarians. I am willing to fight to the death for you and defeat Liu Bei!”

After hearing Zhu Rong’s statement, Meng Huo breathed a sigh of relief.

After all, Zhu Rong’s troops are second only to his in the Southern Barbarians, and he is the most powerful martial artist among them.

With her involvement, the chances of winning are undoubtedly increased.

Thinking of this, Meng Huo was filled with pride and said loudly:

“With your help, there is no need to worry about failure in our great cause!” “I order you to lead the Nanman Army to the north to meet the enemy, and we must kill the big-eared thief without leaving a single piece of armor!”

“You must make my Nanman reputation known on the battlefield!”

Meng Huo resolutely decided to let Zhu Rong go into battle.

Zhu Rong accepted the order with great enthusiasm.

…

South China.

Countless Han troops rolled southward like a raging torrent, heading straight for Huyang City.

Under the powerful deterrence of the Han army, many cities along the way opened their gates and surrendered, submitting to the Han Dynasty.

Cao Cao had passed away and Chengdu had been conquered by the Han army, which marked the official demise of the once-mighty Qin State.

The people in all counties of Yizhou had long been in a panic, like a pile of loose sand, with no cohesion at all.

Although Cao Pi nominally inherited the foundation of Cao Qin, he seriously lacked appeal and was unable to rally the people.

Although he strictly ordered the counties not to surrender and to firmly resist Liu Bei, his orders were like empty words and no one responded.

All the officials in the counties and prefectures surrendered without hesitation, allowing Liu Bei’s army to advance unhindered as if they were in an empty land.

Within a few days, the Han army quickly reached the front line of Huyang City.

At this time, spies brought news claiming that Cao Pi had formed an alliance with Meng Huo.

Meng Huo dispatched his general Zhu Rong and Qin general Yang Feng to lead the Qin-Man coalition forces to capture Anyang City first.

“Zhu Rong? She’s actually a female general?”

After hearing this, Liu Bei looked at Xiao Fang beside him in surprise.

Xiao Fang knew Zhu Rong’s situation very well and said hurriedly:
“Your Majesty, Zhu Rong is the leader of the second largest force in the Southern Barbarians, and she is also the woman that Meng Huo has always coveted.

This woman is quite skilled in martial arts and should not be underestimated.”

A hint of fear flashed across Liu Bei’s eyes.

Xiao Fang sneered and said disdainfully:

“Although Zhurong has some skills, he has no reason to be afraid of the mighty Han Dynasty.

Your Majesty, just go south, defeat this bandit, and take the city.”

Xiao Fang’s words instantly ignited Liu Bei’s ambition.

Then, a strange look flashed in his eyes, and he whispered something to Liu Bei.

After hearing this, Liu Bei’s eyes lit up and he said happily:

“Okay, okay, I’ll do as the Prime Minister says!”

…

A few days later, the front Han army arrived in the north of Huyang City and began to set up camp.

On the high hill, Zhu Rong immediately drew his sword and carefully observed the Han army’s camp, trying to find out their true situation.

“I think that big-eared thief is just so-so.”

Zhu Rong smiled contemptuously and said:

“His camp had no strategic points to defend, and the layout was in a mess.

In my opinion, this person is ignorant of military affairs.

It is incredible that you were defeated by him!”

Zhu Rong looked at Yang Feng beside him sarcastically.

Yang Feng coughed dryly and reminded carefully:

“General Zhu, that big-eared thief Liu Bei is invincible and unbeatable.

Moreover, he has a wise counselor like Xiao Fang to assist him, so we must not underestimate him.”

Zhu Rong snorted coldly and said disdainfully:
“In my opinion, you are frightened by his beating.

Pass on my order! Attack the Han camp tonight and capture Liu Bei alive!”

Zhu Rong gave the order decisively.

After hearing this, Yang Feng was shocked.

He looked at Zhu Rong in disbelief, thinking to himself: What a big tone, he actually wants to capture Liu Bei alive, what a boast!

Zhu Rong was so arrogant, but Yang Feng did not dare to slack off at all.

He knew how powerful the Han army was, so he naturally didn’t dare to go with Zhu Rong to die.

“General Zhu, calm down.”

Yang Feng had no choice but to be patient and persuade him:

“The Emperor of Han was invincible in battle, and he was assisted by the wise counselor Xiao Fang.

If you fall into someone’s trap during a night attack, it would be very bad.

I think it’s better not to act impulsively.”

Zhu Rong was not moved at all, and said disdainfully:
“What sage of strategy? I don’t believe Xiao Fang is that powerful.”

Yang Feng wanted to persuade him again, but Zhu Rong interrupted him and said proudly:
“You were defeated by Liu Bei because you are afraid of death.

We southern barbarians are not afraid, today I will let you see how powerful we southern barbarians are!”

Yang Feng was so frustrated that he had no choice but to let Zhu Rong do what he wanted.

In a blink of an eye, night falls.

The deep night sky is like a huge curtain, covering the earth.

In Luyang City, the city gate slowly opened and the drawbridge was lowered.

Zhurong rode his horse in the lead and rushed out of the city like a black lightning.

Behind him, the barbarians followed closely like a surging tide.

Yang Feng stood on the top of the city wall, looking at the barbarian army’s receding backs, and shook his head helplessly.

The barbarian army, led by Zhu Rong, cautiously moved towards the Han camp. (End of this chapter)