Since Dong Zhuo's army had lost their will to fight, the pursuit was successful.
The Central Army, Ding Yuan Army, and the reinforcements from the Imperial Capital had joined forces, and the results were gratifying.
More than 20,000 rebel soldiers failed to escape the pursuit and were helplessly reduced to prisoners of war.
A few important commanders were not spared.
When Niu Fu, the second-in-command of Dong Zhuo's group, fled to the ferry, a mutiny occurred under his command. He was killed by his subordinate, Hu Chier. Hu Chier was killed by his colleagues because of the uneven distribution of the stolen goods.
Zhonglang General Xu Rong and Duan Wei resisted for a while before being captured by Ding Yuan and Huangfu Song respectively.
Including Dong Yue and Hu Zhen who were already dead, the five Top Operatives under Fatty Dong were all captured in one fell swoop.
Among the second-line officers, Hu Feng, Li Meng, and Wang Fang were killed, Yang Ding surrendered, and Dong Cheng was missing.
To Liu Bian's surprise, the Four Unyielding Experts, Li Jue, Guo Si, Fan Chou, and Zhang Ji, had all escaped. The Poison Warrior, Jia Xu, whom he had been worried about the most, had disappeared before Dong Zhuo's army was defeated.
"Don't worry, Your Majesty. General Huangfu, Wei Wei, and Henan Yin are continuing to pursue. In addition, the troops of the prefects of East County and Hanoi have also been urgently mobilized to the north to participate in the siege.”
Gai Xun, who had rushed back first, reported.
Speaking of Wei Wei Zhang Wen and Henan Yin Lu Zhi.
These two ministers had been away from the capital due to important matters and had not been able to rush over immediately.
Fortunately, Liu Bian listened to Lu Zhi's advice before the expedition and ordered the two to immediately think of a way to form a reinforcement after returning to the Imperial City.
Reality proved that this decision was correct.
And they really lived up to the historical evaluation of " famous officials of the late Han Dynasty ". They actually gathered an army of ten thousand people with superb efficiency and appeared on the battlefield at the right time, playing a decisive role.
At this moment, one of the chamberlains said respectfully,""Your Majesty, Commandant Wu Meng is here to see you.”
"Correct."
Liu Bian nodded his head, feeling a little emotional.
The reason Dong Zhuo was so invincible in history was not only because he had a powerful army, but also because he had annexed three other troops:
He Jin's old troops, the new West Park army that Yuan Shao had just taken over, and finally Ding Yuan's troops.
According to historical records, Ding Yuan had fought with Dong Zhuo after entering the Imperial City, and he had even gained the upper hand. If Lu Bu had not suddenly rebelled, the outcome would have been completely different.
A few minutes later, Liu Bian finally saw the former leader of Bingzhou.
"Greetings, Your Majesty!"
The spirited old general knelt down and bowed.
The officers behind him also knelt down.
Liu Bian discovered that Ding Yuan's subordinates were all full of vigor and bravery.
Especially the tall man with a golden crown on his head. He was especially good at fighting.
In addition, the young man behind the golden-crowned man also left a deep impression.
This person had sword-like eyebrows and eagle-like eyes. Although he was young, his temperament was extraordinary.
Liu Bian stepped forward and gave him a hand,""Get up. The commandant has come to help at night. His loyalty is obvious.”
Compared to the aloof and aloof pretentious criminals, a kind attitude could win over the hearts of the people.
As expected, Ding Yuan felt a wave of warmth in his heart, and the fatigue on his body seemed to have been swept away.
"I swear my loyalty to Your Majesty!" he said excitedly.”
In the rumors he had heard before, the little Emperor had always had a cowardly and dull image.
But now, it seemed that this was completely nonsense!
Ding Yuan secretly swore that if he ever heard such rumors that dared to blaspheme the emperor's prestige again, he would definitely be the first to not tolerate it!
Liu Bian then looked at Wu Meng's men and said,""I heard that there was a fierce warrior under the commandant who killed two enemy generals in a row during the war.”
"Your Majesty, this person is called Zhang Liao, from Yanmen, Bingzhou. He is currently serving in my army."”
Then, under his signal, the young man with sword-like eyebrows who had left a deep impression on Liu Bian walked out.
"Your humble subject greets Your Majesty!"
He sounded a little nervous, but he didn't have stage fright.
"Zhang Liao, Zhang Wenyuan?"
Liu Bian's expression did not change, but he was stunned in his heart.
Later on, the Cao Wei Group's Five Great Generals, the famous Zhao Hu of the ancient times, and the "Zhang Babai" who shocked Xiaoyao Jin.
This famous historical general with a series of titles was kneeling in front of him at this moment!
Actually, with Zhang Liao's current position, he was not qualified to meet the Emperor.
However, when Liu Bian heard that someone had actually killed two of them, he was immediately interested and made an exception for them.
In the end, he did not expect the other party to be Zhang Liao!
"Good! Men! Rewards!" Liu Bian then looked at Ding Yuan." I even like this warrior and wish to keep him by my side. Does Commandant have any objections?"”
Ding Yuan was stunned for a moment before he quickly said,"I would never dare!" Moreover, it was a great honor to be appreciated by His Majesty. I will not have any objections!"
As the person who discovered Zhang Liao, the old man had always regarded Zhang Liao's descendants as important. He was genuinely happy for the latter.
The other colleagues all looked envious.
After all, the current imperial power still had a certain prestige. To be able to work directly under the Emperor was definitely worthy of bringing honor to the ancestors.
Zhang Liao obviously did not expect His Majesty to appreciate him so much. He immediately said excitedly,"I will swear my loyalty to Your Majesty!”
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