On the second day, Wang Can led his army to leave Wan County and go north to Luoyang.
On the way to Luoyang, Shi A sent back the news that Cao Cao had arranged for generals to garrison Runan and Yangzhou.
After getting the news, Wang Canxin said that Cao Cao reacted quickly enough and accurately guessed his intention in a short time. However, guessing does not mean that he can hold it. It also depends on the number of troops sent by Cao Cao to Yuzhou and Yangzhou.
Whether the general has the ability to defend, if not, the consequences are self-evident.
In the past ten days, Wang Can led the army to Luoyang.
The army was stationed outside the city, and Lu Meng temporarily took charge of all the affairs of the army.
After setting up camp, Wang Can took Dian Wei into the city.
The palace in the past was dilapidated and dilapidated, but Gao Shun and Fazheng knew that Wang Can was coming, so they had renovated it. Although it was not magnificent, they could still live in it, and it had the momentum of a palace.
Wang Can rested in the palace and immediately summoned Gao Shun and Fazheng.
Zhao Yun and Huang Zhong are at Hulao Pass and cannot be transferred back.
Sitting on the throne, Wang Can listened to Fa Zheng's report on the situation in Luoyang and Chang'an. From the resettlement of the people in Sili and Sanfu, to the commercial situation in the two places, as well as the current military strength in Luoyang, and even the appointment of officials.
All included. Wang Can was quite happy to see Fa Zheng calm and composed.
The party in charge really trains people. In just two or three years, Fazheng has already developed the demeanor of a feudal official, behaves in a manner that shows everyone's style, and can be transferred to the central government.
After listening to Fazheng's report, Wang Can nodded and expressed his willingness.
Everything is very good.
In more than two years, Luoyang and Chang'an restored stability and became prosperous. Moreover, the number of troops stationed in Luoyang reached 100,000. These soldiers were painstakingly trained by Huang Zhong and Gao Shun. Fa Zheng must maintain the
To stabilize the Chang'an and Luoyang areas, one hundred thousand soldiers must be raised and the supply of one hundred thousand troops must be ensured, which is not easy.
Including the 100,000 elites brought by Wang Can, there are already 200,000 soldiers.
Wang Can praised him a few words, then changed the subject and said, "Xiao Zhi is very good at political and military affairs. How is the recent battle situation outside Hulao Pass? Please tell me carefully."
"promise!!"
Fazheng nodded in agreement and said carefully: "A month and a half ago, Cao Cao led his army to camp in Zhongmou County and launched a fierce attack with the intention of capturing Hulao Pass. On the one hand, General Zilong and General Han Sheng asked the cavalry to suppress the formation in the pass.
He also led a large army to resist at Hulao Pass and blocked Cao Cao's offensive."
"Oddly enough, Cao Cao went crazy during that time and forced all the garrison troops around Hulao Pass to move to Hulao Pass to resist Cao Cao's attack and avoid being captured by Cao Cao. After the war, Cao Cao failed to capture Hulao Pass.
We were imprisoned and finally let it go. Until now, Cao Cao has still stood still and has not taken any attack."
Fazheng pondered for a while and then continued: "Cao Cao is cunning and cunning, and his troops leave no trace. At present, we can't see what Cao Cao's purpose is. He can only respond to changes by remaining unchanged."
Wang Can nodded and said: "What you said makes sense, but the strategy of stopping with silence is not suitable. When the army arrives, what we have to do is not to defend Luoyang, but to decisively send troops to defeat the Wei army. Next, I will lead the army to launch an attack
Counterattack, kill Cao Cao back, capture Yanzhou, and defeat Cao Cao until he has nowhere to escape."
Fa Zheng said: "Your Majesty leads the army to fight and will surely win a great victory."
Wang Canxiao said: "I have a winning mentality, but I have to consider every step carefully and not underestimate the enemy."
Wang Can looked at Gao Shun, who had been standing beside him silently, and asked: "Gao Shun, I heard that the number of people trapped in the camp is still 800, and the number has not been increased yet."
Gao Shun cupped his fists and said: "Reporting to your majesty, although the number of people in today's trap camp is the same as in the past, the strength of the two is far different. The equipment of the trap camp has been improved, and each soldier is equipped with a bronze forged cowhide small
A round shield, a two-foot sharp spear, as well as helmets, breastplates and other equipment to protect the body's vital points. The trap formation composed of eight hundred soldiers is unstoppable. Even among ten thousand soldiers, the last general would dare to charge with the trap formation."
When mentioned about being trapped in the camp, Gao Shun's eyes were burning and he looked very excited.
Everything he did was to fall into the camp. When he was trapped in the camp, Gao Shun remained. If he fell into the camp and died, Gao Shun also died.
Wang Can did not pursue the matter and nodded and said: "Since you said that the trapped camp is a sharp weapon in the army, tomorrow you will lead the army to Hulao Pass with me and lead the army into battle. I want to see the majesty of the trapped camp."
"The general will obey your orders!"
Gao Shun cupped his fists and shouted, with an excited look on his face.
The purpose of military training is to fight and kill the enemy. He has followed Wang Can for nearly ten years, ten years of forging swords, ten years of training to fall into the camp, and he is waiting for the moment to fall into the camp and charge.
Gao Shun added: "Your Majesty, I will go to the army to make preparations and go out with your Majesty tomorrow."
"Go for it!"
Wang Can waved his hand, understanding Gao Shun's mood.
Fa Zheng said: "Your Majesty, there are still 100,000 elite soldiers outside Luoyang City. You will lead your army to Hulao Pass tomorrow. Will you leave with these 100,000 soldiers?"
Wang Can ordered: "Leave 30,000 people to stabilize the situation in Luoyang, and the remaining 70,000 people will follow me to fight."
"promise!"
Fazheng cupped his fists and said, "I will make arrangements right now."
After speaking, Fazheng also left.
Wang Can rested in Luoyang for a day, and left Luoyang early the next morning, taking all the soldiers with him. At the same time, he also added 70,000 soldiers to the army, and the 170,000 army rushed to Hulao Pass with great momentum.
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In Zhongmu County, Cao Cao's emperor camped.
Cao Cao sat cross-legged, with Sima Lang, Man Chong, Chen Qun, Liu Ye, Dong Zhao and other wise men standing below him. Cao Cao looked at the civil servants below and said seriously: "Yesterday, Wang Can's army arrived in Luoyang.
I believe that Wang Can will lead his army to attack soon. This time, we are facing huge pressure, so you should cheer up and don't make any mistakes."
The war is coming, Cao Cao feels calmer and calmer, but he must instruct the people below not to cause any problems.
Everyone heard this and nodded in agreement.
Cao Cao asked again: "Bo Ning, has the message for Xiahou Dun arrived?"
Man Chong cupped his hands and replied: "Your Majesty, the news was only sent out yesterday. It is estimated that it will be delivered to General Xiahou within three days. By then, the war in Bingzhou will be ignited."
Cao Cao laughed heartily and said: "Okay, everything is ready, wait for Wang Can to arrive. Hehe, after Wang Can arrives, he suddenly hears the news of the war coming from Bingzhou. It will definitely be interesting, look forward to it!"
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Yecheng, Prince's Mansion.
After Cao Cao became emperor, Cao Ang naturally became the prince.
Cao Ang is not only popular in the military, but also quite powerful among civilian officials. He can be said to be both civil and military. In addition, the other sons of Cao Cao are not old enough, so Cao Ang is undoubtedly a suitable candidate.
In the hall, two people were sitting.
One of them is in his early twenties, sitting upright and looking calm and majestic; the other is about fourteen years old, still a boy. The young man is the prince Cao Ang, and the fourteen-year-old boy is Cao Pi.
The two sat quietly, looking serious, and fell into a deadlock in the dispute.
After a long time, Cao Ang took the lead and said, "Second brother, it is impossible for my father to agree to the method you proposed. My father hated the foreign tribes in the north very much. In his early years, he wanted to imitate Wei and Huo and pacify the Western Regions. You want to unite with Wuhuan and Xianbei in the north.
Wait for the foreign tribes and let them go south to attack Liangzhou and Yongzhou. This is indeed a method of using external forces, but the people who are slaughtered are the Han people!"
Cao Pi snorted and said loudly: "Prince, Wang Can is so powerful. If you don't cause trouble behind Wang Can, how can you help your father? As long as you can disturb Yongliang and defeat Wang Can, do you care about the people?"
Cao Pi was only fourteen years old. Just when he was changing his voice, he roared loudly and his voice was shrill and harsh.
Cao Ang said in a deep voice: "Second brother, I will not agree to this matter, and neither will the ministers in the court. If you have the courage, you can send a message to your father yourself and see how he replies."
After hearing Cao Ang's words, Cao Pi immediately stopped his activities.
He muttered and said angrily: "You think my father won't agree. Is it useful for me to write to my father? The result will definitely be scolded by my father. It's better not to write. Forget it, you don't agree.
I'll think of other ways myself." As he spoke, Cao Pi stood up and walked out of the hall, no longer talking to Cao Ang.
After Cao Pi left, Xun Yu came to see him.
Cao Cao ordered Cao Ang to supervise the country, and Cao Ang handled many matters.
After Xun Yu came in, Cao Ang said: "Master Xun, my second brother came to me just now and asked me to send people to contact the Xianbei, Wuhuan and other foreign tribes in the north and ask them to send troops to attack Yongliang and cause trouble for Wang Can."
Cao Ang treated Xun Yu as a disciple and was extremely polite.
Xun Yu asked: "Your Highness, have you agreed?"
Cao Ang shook his head and said: "How could I agree to such a big thing? You also know my father's character. My father will not agree to unite with foreign races. I rejected my second brother's request."
Xun Yu nodded and said: "Your Highness has done well, and it is right to refuse. I think that the method of uniting with Xianbei and Wuhuan was not thought up by the Second Young Master, but someone behind the Second Young Master who wanted to murder Your Highness. Please think about it, Your Highness, if
His Highness agrees, and His Majesty knows what His Highness has done, will he be angry? By then, the crown prince's position will probably be shaken."
"Snapped!!"
Cao Ang's face changed drastically and he said coldly: "The war ahead is tense. My father is busy dealing with Wang Can. If I'm not careful, I will be in danger of destroying the country and destroying my family. There are still people who are bored and want to deal with me. Do you think I don't exist?"
"
Cao Ang's eyes were cold, and a stern look flashed in his eyes.
Xun Yu stopped chatting, changed the topic, and returned to the main topic, reporting political affairs to Cao Ang.
