Jian Yong suddenly gritted his teeth and said, "I understand, Cao Mengde is plotting all this against us."
As soon as this statement came out, everyone immediately reacted and shouted.
"Yes, this is all Cao Mengde's trick."
Jian Yong's face turned pale with anger, "Cao Mengde must have deliberately lured Yuan Shu's army here, so that both of us would lose, and then Cao's army would take the opportunity to seize Yuan Shu's army's camp."
Zhang Fei roared angrily, "Well, you Cao Mengde, you must avenge this."
Having said this, Zhang Fei raised his hand to Liu Bei and said, "Brother, Cao Mengde is really hateful. Why don't we go find him to settle the score now?"
After hearing this, Liu Bei gritted his teeth secretly, but his face remained unchanged. He shook his head, "Don't talk nonsense. We don't know whether this matter is true or not. Why talk about revenge!"
Sun Qian frowned and said, "It seems that there are experts in Cao's army who have calculated that our army will not send troops, so they led Yuan Shu's army here."
Hearing these words, Liu Bei sighed secretly. If Xu Shu was here, how could he fall into this trap with his resourcefulness?
Alas!
Although these people in the past were loyal to themselves, they were still lacking in wisdom!
Xu Shu, where are you? Come back quickly!
Just when everyone was furious, Jian Yong suddenly sighed, "Now that our army's strength has been damaged, it's not easy to go back and cause trouble for Cao Mengde!"
Sun Qian nodded, "Yes, our army's strength is less than half now. If Cao Mengde has evil intentions, I'm afraid our army will be in danger."
Hearing this, Liu Bei frowned, "In this case, how should our army act?"
Jian Yong sighed and said, "Liu Shijun, the matter has come to this, our army can only retreat to Xuzhou for the time being. After regaining its strength, we can come back to trouble Cao Mengde and seek justice."
After hearing this, everyone nodded, "This account must be settled, and Cao Mengde must not be taken advantage of."
Everyone was blaming Cao Cao, but no one thought that the reason why they did not send troops was because they wanted to plot against Cao Cao. However, their plan was a little off, and Cao Cao plotted against him instead.
Liu Bei heard what everyone said and knew that this was the only way. He nodded, "In that case, let everyone take a rest and let's return to Xuzhou."
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Liu Bei led his army back along the way they came. When they were about to arrive, a spy galloped back.
"Report!"
"Something bad happened, the gates of Xuzhou were closed, and a banner with the Chinese character Cao hung on the city wall."
Hearing the news, Liu Bei was immediately surprised, "What are you talking about, hanging a banner with the word Cao?"
The spy nodded, "There is absolutely no mistake, the banner with the word Cao is really hanging."
No matter how deep Liu Bei's city is, he is still a little panicked at this moment.
"Oops!"
"Send the order and the army will march quickly."
The group of people hurried on their way and finally arrived at Xiapi.
The four gates of Xiapi are tightly closed, a large flag with the Chinese character Cao is hung high on the city wall, and the soldiers are tightly guarded.
Cao Bao stood on the top of the city, looking at Liu Beijun running from a distance, with a disdainful sneer at the corner of his mouth.
Since you are unkind to me, don’t blame me for being unkind to you!
Thinking of Zhang Fei being so rude to him, Cao Bao felt extremely relieved.
Liu Bei rode up to the city, looked at Cao Bao on the top of the city, and said loudly, "Prime Minister Cao, the army is exhausted. Please open the city gate quickly and let the army enter the city to rest."
Cao Bao bowed his hands to Liu Bei, then pointed to the big flag above his head, and said slowly, "Liu Shijun, now this city belongs to Duke Cao. If you want to open the city gate, you must have Duke Cao's hand."
Just give orders."
Zhang Fei couldn't bear it anymore, he fell in love immediately, and shouted loudly, "Cao Bao, you old guy, I don't think you are a good person, you really can't pretend anymore today."
Hearing these words, Cao Bao's face darkened and he shouted loudly, "Zhang Fei, you bastard, you dare to be so rude to me, it's really hateful."
When Liu Bei saw the color on Cao Bao's face, he knew something was wrong, so he hurriedly turned around and scolded Zhang Fei, "Stop talking nonsense, why don't you step back quickly."
After saying this, Liu Bei hurriedly turned around and cupped his hands towards Cao Bao on the city wall, and said with a smile, "Xiang Cao, you also know his temper. He is outspoken and quick-hearted, but he doesn't have any bad intentions, so don't take it to heart.
Once we get there, we’d better open the city gate quickly and let everyone in so we can have a rest.”
Cao Bao sneered, pointed at Zhang Fei, and shouted sternly, "Shijun Liu, I know Zhang Fei is your brother, but you can't be so protective. He has bullied me many times, but you not only don't care, but also make me tolerate him.
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Having said this, Cao Bao looked up to the sky and laughed, "Liu Shijun, but it doesn't matter from now on. I don't have to tolerate this black guy anymore, haha."
Jian Yong hurriedly stepped forward and handed over his hand, "Mr. Cao, although General Zhang has a straightforward temper, Shijun Liu is kind to others. It is not only for General Zhang's face, but also for Liu Shijun's face." Cao Bao shook his head, "No need to say any more. Now I have taken refuge with Duke Cao. If you want to enter the city, as long as Duke Cao agrees, I will immediately open the city gate and let you in, otherwise there will be no chance."
Zhang Fei was furious, "Cao Bao, you old man, if you don't open the city gate, your Grandpa Zhang will rush in and tear off your bones. Let's see if you are afraid!"
Cao Bao sneered disdainfully, "Zhang Fei, you still dare to threaten me now. Hum, if you have the ability, just rush in. I'm waiting for you in the city."
When Liu Bei saw Zhang Fei repeatedly provoking Cao Bao, he felt a little annoyed and shouted loudly, "No more!"
At this moment, a spy ran back on horseback, "Cao's army has been chasing us from behind, and we are only about ten miles away from here."
"What?"
After hearing this, Liu Bei suddenly broke out in cold sweat on his forehead and shouted hurriedly.
"The whole army retreats and prepares to fight."
Since Cao Mengde has occupied Xuzhou, he will definitely not let him go.
Guan Yu and Zhang Fei hurriedly commanded their troops and came to the side to form formation, preparing to fight Cao Jun.
Not long after, the sound of horse hooves was heard in the distance. Soon, a group of soldiers and horses walked out of the smoke and came to the front of the city to form an array.
When Liu Bei saw the neatness and density of Cao's army, he was even more horrified. He hurried out of the formation and said loudly.
"Where is Mr. Cao?"
When Cao Cao heard Liu Bei's shouting, he also rode to the front of the formation, raised his hands and said, "Xuande, I kept you waiting for a long time."
Liu Bei looked at the smiling Cao Cao, and a surge of anger suddenly surged in his heart. But to be able to become the overlord of the Three Kingdoms, there must be something special about him. Although he was so angry that he wished he could go forward and poke a hole in Cao Cao to relieve the hatred in his heart.
But at this moment, there is no change on the face. It is full of smile, which makes people feel friendly at first sight.