Of course, Cao Cao did not give up Fancheng willingly.
It is true that the turmoil behind him has become outrageous.
Because the Battle of Hanzhong had been fought for two years, the fighting in Hefei had not stopped. Coupled with the Battle of Xiangfan, Cao Cao's military logistics pressure was extremely huge.
What's more, the immigration work that is still being vigorously promoted has caused huge disasters of corvee and grain requisition.
The war and the relocation of more than 300,000 people resulted in the corvee labor of perhaps one million people, as well as huge expenditures on food and money, which also led to uprisings among the people south of the Yellow River. In the past two years, Luhun County, Hongnong County, has generally been afraid of Hanzhong.
"They were afraid of the distant war", so the common people Sun Lang killed the county leader Bo and took the lead in firing the first shot of the uprising.
In addition, uprisings also occurred in Yinliang County, Henan Province, Jiaxian County, Yingchuan County, and Wan County, Nanyang County.
As early as the beginning of the 23rd year of Jian'an, a rebellion broke out in Xuchang in collusion with Guan Yu. By this year, Guan Yu's Northern Expedition, Jingbei and Yuzhou Yingchuan collapsed, and a large number of farmers fled. Cao Cao also considered relocating his industry in this area, but was dissuaded by Sima Yi.
Hongnong County, Henan Yin County, Yingchuan County, and Nanyang County were all the core areas of Cao Wei's economy south of the Yellow River. In these places, either the people were rebelling, or they were carrying out large-scale construction projects, and the country was on the verge of collapse.
Historically, it was because of the precise assists from King Wu of Wei that Cao Cao recovered.
But now, Sun Quan's troops were severely weakened, Guan Yu could concentrate on attacking Fancheng, but Cao Cao did not dare to let Zhang attack.
You must know that although Zhang's soldiers and horses have been trained, they are still new soldiers. Facing Guan Yu, who is completely distracted, if the opponent comes to besiege the city again for reinforcements, Cao Cao will have no mobile troops in his hands, and the entire north will really be in turmoil.
Therefore, he had no choice but to ask Cao Ren to abandon Fancheng.
In December of the 24th year of Jian'an, with Zhang's support, Cao Ren led 30,000 remaining soldiers to withdraw from Fancheng and march north to Wancheng.
At the same time, Guan Yu marched into Fancheng and shocked China.
He finally accomplished his pre-war goal, which was to attract Cao Cao's attention, intimidate Wan and Luo, and spy on Xu Du.
Logically speaking, he had already captured Xiangfan and the north was shaken. At this time, he should lead a large army and attack Wancheng in one go.
But Guan Yu retreated.
Because the soldiers were too tired.
First they conquered Xiangyang, then broke through the forbidden area, and then captured Fancheng. The battle lasted for five months.
During this period, Lu Meng also launched a surprise attack on Jingzhou.
Although the Wu army suffered a disastrous defeat, the soldiers still cared about things at home. This was a feeling of homesickness that even Guan Yu could not stop.
Putting the two together, Guan Yu could only withdraw his troops and return.
He left Liao Hua to lead an army of 20,000 to guard Fancheng, and returned to Jiangling with an army of 40,000 and 30,000 prisoners of Cao's army (including Yu Jin).
By the way, Yu Jin did not surrender, he just prayed for life.
If he really surrendered, Guan Yu would not put him in prison.
But in the eyes of the world, he has already surrendered.
Because Pang De has generously served his cause, it is outrageous that you, a partial general who has been with Cao Cao for thirty years, give in.
Yu Jin led the Seventh Army to rescue Cao Ren. In other words, he wanted to solve the problem. Once he failed, there would be serious consequences. After Yu Jin's defeat, Cao Cao sent Zhang again, but Zhang did not dare to attack easily. It was even more terrifying.
Unfortunately, after Yu Jin's defeat, a group of nearby thieves turned to Guan Yu, which at the very least caused huge pressure on public opinion. In other words, even if Yu Jin died in battle, he should not have surrendered.
Secondly, Yu Jin's status prevented him from being demoted. Yu Jin was a general who followed Cao Cao in his early years. He was a famous general discovered by Cao Cao himself. He was treated very well among generals with foreign surnames and was very trusted. His influence in Cao Cao's army was very huge.
In addition, he is also "the most resolute" person, "controls his subordinates with the law, and does not win the hearts of the soldiers." His majesty is so majestic that when he entered Zhu Ling's camp to seize his military power, Zhu Ling's army did not dare to act recklessly. It can be said that
He gave people the impression that he was a serious follower of the law. But he still surrendered. It is self-evident how much this difference in image affected morale.
What's more, without comparison, there is no harm.
Not only did Pang De not surrender, he even asked for death.
In fact, Pound was quite helpless. He had to die for his family and for his integrity and dignity as a warrior.
Because after Pang De surrendered to Cao Cao, his former lord Ma Chao followed Liu Bei. What's more terrible is that Pang De's brother Pang Rou was also in Shu. Damn, we have a traitor! Obviously, Pang De was in a very embarrassing situation.
The suspicion of his companions is probably the biggest insult to the brave Pound.
Pang De's wife was a child in Wei. If he did not die, there was no guarantee that he would not be regarded as a traitor, and his family would be convicted. If he did not die, the generals would probably regard him as a traitor. Even if he was lucky enough to return to Wei, he would not be able to figure it out.
Chu's life. Pang De, as a strong and brave general, could never bear this kind of humiliation. So he chose death, scolded Guan Yu and Liu Bei, and just wanted to die quickly. Of course, he also sought benevolence, and his family also
He was treated favorably. "When Taizu heard about it, he was saddened by it, shed tears for it, and named his two sons as marquises. Emperor Wen was on the throne, so he sent an envoy to De's tomb to confer a posthumous title. The policy said: "...the posthumous title is Zhuanghou." He was also given a posthumous title.
Zihui and four others were given the title of Marquis of Guannei, each with a hundred households in the city."
To sum up, Pang De chose to die because he had to die, in exchange for his innocence and the safety of his family. The reason why Yu Jin could live was because he had the capital. As an old man promoted by Cao Cao, he worked hard and made great achievements. Even if he surrendered,
, Cao Cao would definitely not kill him or embarrass his family, and people should not think that making one mistake will erase a lifetime of achievements.
When Guan Yu returned with his army, Feng Zhou led the officials and people of Jingzhou to greet him from ten miles away. Feng Zhou took a few steps forward, raised his hands and shouted: "Zen respectfully welcomes the second uncle's return in victory. The second uncle killed Pang De and imprisoned him. He conquered Xiangfan and was so powerful."
China has forced Cao Cao to almost move his capital. Even though he was a famous general in ancient times, he is not as good as him. Chan is here to congratulate his second uncle!"
In fact, there were dozens of feet between the two of them, but Feng Zhou's voice reached Guan Yu's ears clearly, as if he was speaking softly next to him.
Guan Yu's body was shaken, and he turned back to look at Guan Ping, Ma Liang, Yi Ji, and many other lieutenants and generals, and found that they all had shocked faces.
"For everyone to be able to hear so clearly from such a distance, Adou is really extraordinary." Guan Yu thought of this, immediately dismounted his horse, strode forward to greet Feng Zhou, bowed his hands to Feng Zhou, and said: "Yu Feng
The king ordered to attack Xiangfan in the north. Fortunately, the prince pacified Jingzhou and defeated Sun Quan's surprise attack, so that our army had no worries. The victory of this battle was due to the prince."
After Guan Yu finished speaking, the two looked at each other, suddenly raised their heads, and laughed to the sky.
Feng Zhou picked up a glass of fine wine presented by the people of Jingzhou, turned to Guan Yu, and said: "In the battle of Xiangfan, my second uncle became famous all over the world. The Anfu Han Dynasty can be expected. Not only will the people admire it, but it will also be recorded in the history books. 'Chinese Martial Saint'
'The name will surely be remembered forever."
Hearing such high praise from Feng Zhou, Guan Yu felt as happy as a flower bloomed in his heart. He felt that he would have no regrets in following Liu Bei and his son in this life, so he said: "The prince has stabilized Jingzhou with five thousand weak soldiers. He is also a young hero."
, even the ancient Ganluo is incomparable."
The two of them had always been in the same mind, and did not say any words of gratitude. At this time, they drank three glasses of wine and entered the city hand in hand. However, they heard the soldiers and civilians cheering in the street, and their voices were like thunder.
And Feng Zhou already understood that as the "Prince of Hanzhong", he had conquered this famous general throughout the ages.