Chapter seven hundred and eighty sixth calculation
Chapter 786: Calculation
Hearing Cao Cao's analysis, Xi Zhicai frowned and then turned his attention to Changsha County.
"You mean to pretend to go south to Changsha and then send troops to ambush Cai Mao's troops on the road?"
Cao Cao was also astute and immediately understood what Xi Zhicai meant.
"Indeed, if Changsha is in emergency, Liu Biao will definitely send Cai Mao's army south to rescue Changsha first, and these troops are likely to be the Civil Service Department stationed in E County.
His marching route must first pass through Zhouling, then go to Changsha via Nanjun. As long as we set up an ambush south of Shaxian, we can definitely annihilate this army. At that time, we can send troops north to attack Anlu with Huang Zu. This way
The siege of Jiangxia has been lifted."
Xi Zhicai directly touched Sha Xian on Kanyu with his hand. As long as Cai Mao dared to divide his troops, he would fight an ambush here.
"Wen Ruo, what do you think?"
Cao Cao glanced at Xun Yu beside him, and a glimmer of light flashed in his eyes. Xi Zhicai's analysis was correct. If it could be done, the Battle of Jiangxia would basically be over.
"What Zhicai said is reasonable, but we need Huang Zu's support. We can send people to Xiling and let Huang Zu send troops directly to Anlu. In this case, Cai Mao's army will definitely not dare to move, and we will only face Wenpin's army.
With an army of 50,000, we can also take the opportunity to weaken Huang Zu's strength in Jiangxia. After driving away Liu Biao's troops, it is not impossible to capture Huang Zu."
After thinking for a while, Xun Yu made a supplement, and at the same time, Huang Zu's soldiers and horses were also included in the calculation.
"Well, let's do it this way, Zhicai. You still need to go to Huang Zu's place in person."
Cao Cao nodded. The two men's plan was very good, so he would adopt it.
"Zhicai should go to Xiling."
Xi Zhicai cupped his fist at Yuan Shu.
"Xia Houyuan."
"exist."
After hearing Cao Cao's words, Xia Houyuan directly clasped his fists and accepted the order.
"I order you to lead 10,000 troops directly to Xiajun. You don't have to attack the city, but you must give me the feeling of a large army pressing down on the border. Can you do it?"
Cao Cao glanced at Xia Houyuan.
"It can definitely be done."
Xia Houyuan was stunned for a moment when he heard Cao Cao's instructions, and immediately understood what Cao Cao meant.
"Then take action now."
"promise."
"Cao Ren, Li Dian, Yue Jin."
"exist."
The three of them came out and clasped their fists at Cao Cao at the same time.
"I order the three of you to lead an army of 60,000 to the Kunyu Mountains south of Shaxian as quickly as possible to ambush. Once Wenpin's army arrives, they will send troops to ambush."
"promise."
"Cao Hong."
"exist."
"You and I will follow closely with 20,000 troops and march north to Shaxian to block the retreat route of the Civil and Employment Department heading north."
"promise."
In an instant, Cao Cao arranged the actions of his troops, horses and generals.
"Well, whether we can stand firm in Jiangxia depends entirely on this battle. You must do your best to complete the established strategy and take action."
"promise."
More than 90,000 Cao's troops moved in three separate groups. Xia Houyuan led his troops and rushed towards Xiajun. Cao Ren hid his troops through the mountains and forests and ran towards Kunyu Mountain. Cao Cao led 20,000 troops slowly and rushed towards Sha Xian.
, at the same time Xi Zhicai took the carriage again and rushed to Xiling.
The scouts sent by Wenpin went all the way north and came directly to Cai Mao's base camp in Anlu.
"General, Cao Cao's troops have entered Jiangxia. General Wenpin sent me to ask what should be done next."
When Cai Mao heard that Cao Cao's troops had entered Jiangxia as promised, a ray of light flashed in his eyes.
"Cao Mengde has entered Jiangxia. There is a good show to watch. He ordered Wenpin to lead his army to Shaxian and garrison immediately."
"promise."
When the scout heard Cai Mao's words, he immediately clasped his fists and started running towards E County.
For a time, the whole Jiangxia temporarily fell into a state of calm. Xia Houyuan led his troops to march day and night without any delay, while Cao Ren's speed was slightly slower. After all, he had to conceal his whereabouts along the way. A few days later, Xi Zhicai's carriage swayed again.
Entered Xiling.
"Father, Xi Zhicai is back again."
Xi Zhicai rushed to Huang She and reported directly to Huang Zu.
"Xi Zhicai is back again?
Invite him to visit you."
Hearing that Xi Zhicai had left and returned, Huang Zu was also puzzled. It had only been so long, it was impossible for Cao Cao to come in.
"promise."
Huang She clasped his fists and went outside to welcome Xi Zhicai in.
"Master Taishou."
After Xi Zhicai entered the room, he directly clasped his fist at Huang Zu.
"Mr. Zhicai is back so soon. Could it be that Cao Mengde has led his army into Jiangxia?"
Huang Zu asked Xi Zhicai.
"As the prefect said, my lord has led an army of one hundred thousand into Jiangxia. I am here to discuss with you how to defeat the enemy."
Xi Zhicai smiled at Huang Zu.
"I wonder how Cao Mengde wants to fight?"
Hearing that Cao Cao had indeed marched into Jiangxia, the speed was beyond Huang Zu's expectation.
"Now the enemies of Jiangxia are mainly distributed in two places. One is the Wenpin Department stationed in E County, and the other is the Cai Mao Department stationed in Anlu. My lord's idea is to defeat them one by one, first capture Wenpin, and then attack
Cai Mao."
Xi Zhicai directly stated his plan, and he would defeat Wenpin one by one, and then Cai Mao.
"It would be difficult for Wenpin to defeat 50,000 soldiers in one battle. I wonder how Cao Mengde can defeat them one by one?"
What Xi Zhicai said is actually the best method now. Defeating them one by one will result in much lower casualties than a total attack.
"My lord has sent General Xia Houyuan to lead an army of 10,000 troops south to attack Xiajun. If Cai Mao knows about it, he will definitely send Wenpin to lead an army south to support Changsha County. General Cao Ren has led 60,000 troops to ambush near Kunyu Mountain.
As long as the enemy moves south, they can stage an ambush there. At the same time, my lord also leads 30,000 troops to attack Shaxian to cut off his route back north, and he will definitely be able to keep the 50,000-strong Wenpin army there."
Xi Zhicai looked at Huang Zu and directly revealed his entire plan.
"Then how do you want me to cooperate?"
Huang Zu was also frightened when he heard Cao Mengde's plan. He surrounded Wei and rescued Zhao and ambushed him halfway. Once Cao Cao succeeded in this move, Wenpin's 50,000-strong army would be unable to fly.
"My lord wants you to mobilize all the troops from Jiangxia to Anlu to fight Cai Mao in ten days. No matter what, you must delay Cai Mao's march south. Otherwise, once they get together, let alone an ambush, it will be impossible to win.
It is very difficult, so the success of this battle depends entirely on how the battle is going, sir."
There was a faint light in Xi Zhicai's eyes as he spoke, but it disappeared in just a flash.
"Isn't it a bit risky to send troops to Anlu to fight Cai Mao?"
After hearing Xi Zhicai's words, Huang Zu hesitated for a while and decided to attack Cai Mao with his entire army. This was a bit of a desperate move.
"Sir, as the saying goes, wealth is gained through danger. If the Battle of Shaxian can annihilate Wenpin's 50,000-strong army in one fell swoop, then my lord will immediately lead his army northward and join forces with you to besiege Cai Mao in Anlu, and the siege of Jiangxia will be over.
"
Seeing that Huang Zu was slightly confused, Xi Zhi just clasped his fists and spoke again.
"Okay, then I agree."
Huang Zu glanced at Xi Zhicai, and then nodded heavily.
"Okay, then I will go back immediately and report to the lord, so that you can send troops as soon as possible."
Hearing Huang Zu's agreement, Xi Zhicai's eyes were filled with joy, and he immediately clasped his fists and left.
"She'er, help me see Mr. Zhicai off."
"Mr. Zhicai, please."
Huang She nodded to Huang Zu, then sent Xi Zhi before leaving his prefect's mansion.
After sending Xi Zhicai away, Huang She came back and looked at Huang Zu, who was hesitant to speak.
