In the camp, the dull drum sound suddenly sounded like thunder, waking up the sleeping soldiers, generals, and princes. Everyone heard the drum sound in the camp and quickly got up and put on their clothes and armor.
After equipping their weapons, Yuan Shu, Gongsun Zan, Sun Jian and other princes from all walks of life quickly went to Yuan Shao's tent.
The beating of war drums in the camp was used to gather the generals.
Cao Cao ordered the drums to be beaten to let everyone know that something big had happened.
At this time, Dong Zhuo's army was temporarily stationed hiding in the dark.
Hua Xiong was riding on his horse, listening to the sound of drums coming from the allied camp, and suddenly became uneasy. The task given to him by Li Jue was to hold off the princes' allies and prevent them from noticing Li Jue's actions.
Hua Xiong led an army to harass the camps of the princes, and indeed achieved this goal. The princes' attention was focused on him, and the princes all knew that it was easy to fall into an ambush when fighting at night.
Hua Xiong had only a thousand soldiers, 400 cavalry, and 600 infantry under his command, and he successfully attracted the attention of the princes.
However, Hua Xiong did not dare to push too hard, fearing that the princes would be pushed too hard and jump over the wall. If the princes led a large army to fight and the army came, Hua Xiong could not resist, so he would have to retreat. Therefore, every move of Hua Xiong seemed to
It's like scratching an itch, gently, don't go too far.
Hua Xiong was thinking about completing Li Jue's mission, but he didn't expect that the frequent harassment made Cao Cao alert.
Moreover, Cao Cao also had a unique vision, and he actually figured out the trick...
In Yuan Shao's tent, the princes from all walks of life opened their mouths and yawned, their eyes were sleepy, and their eyes were a little erratic.
The guests and hosts sat down, Yuan Shao sat on the main seat, and the other princes sat down in order.
Yuan Shao opened his bloodshot eyes wide, braced himself, and asked with a sullen face: "Cao Mengde, Dong Zhuo's army is harassing the camp. This is all known. We just need to ignore them and ignore them."
, you are beating the war drum in such a hurry, is there anything important happening?"
Yuan Shao was sleeping and resting, but there were soldiers under his command watching the camp.
When the war drums sounded, Yuan Shao asked his soldiers to report the news. The news they got was that Dong Zhuo's army fired a burst of cold arrows and quickly retreated. This was obviously a harassment tactics. For such a small thing, Cao Cao actually beat the war drums, which made Yuan Shao miserable.
Yuan Shao was angry, especially because the person beating the war drum was Cao Cao, and Yuan Shao was even more unhappy.
On the matter, it was Cao Cao who beat the war drum!
To people, it’s Cao Cao!
Yuan Shao had reasons to be unhappy with both of them. The two of them were superimposed. Yuan Shao spoke in a very rude tone, completely losing the demeanor of a polite and virtuous corporal. He sat on the main seat and acted like an alliance leader, staring at Cao Cao with his red eyes.
Waiting for Cao Cao's explanation?
When Cao Cao heard this, he shook his head secretly.
He took a deep breath, calmed down the restless mood in his heart, and said with cupped hands: "Alliance leader, gentlemen, Dong Zhuo's army is harassing the camp. Such a small thing should not beat the war drum and disturb your rest. However, Cao Cao suddenly thought of
One thing is very disturbing in my heart, so I have to beat the war drum to wake you all up. If I have caused any inconvenience, please forgive me!"
After finishing speaking, Cao Cao bowed to all the princes present and expressed his apology.
Yuan Shu had nothing to do with Cao Cao and said with a smile: "Mengde, Dong Zhuo's army attacked the camp. I was also very worried. I lay on the bed for a long time without falling asleep and was not affected. Besides, if you dare to beat the war drum, you must be
There is something important to say, otherwise why would you do such a thing? My colleagues here are all sensible people, just tell me, we are all ears."
When Yuan Shu spoke, he glanced at Yuan Shao and showed a smile.
Slap in the face, Yuan Shu is slapping Yuan Shao in the face.
As the leader of the alliance, Yuan Shao did not care about the reason why Cao Cao was beating the war drums. Instead, he asked Cao Cao why he was beating the war drums. He simply lost his demeanor as an alliance leader.
Yuan Shu made a comment and sarcastically asked whether Yuan Shao was qualified to be the leader of the alliance?
Yuan Shao's face turned red when he heard this.
However, after listening to Yuan Shu's words, Yuan Shao could only break his teeth and swallow them in his stomach. Cao Cao ignored the quarrel between Yuan Shao and Yuan Shu and said: "Alliance leader, Dong Zhuo's army is approaching our camp. They are only harassing but not attacking.
, this happens over and over again... once or twice is enough for something like this to happen, but Dong Zhuo's army harassed them frequently, but they also grasped the scale, harassed them once, and then retreated. This kind of thing is very abnormal..."
Just when Cao Cao was halfway speaking, Yuan Shao interrupted Cao Cao, looking a little impatient, frowning and said: "Meng De, the matter is urgent, just talk about the key points!"
"promise!"
Cao Cao raised his hand and said: "Cao believes that Dong Zhuo's army harassing the camp is a lie, but sending people to rob the grain is true!"
"Stealing food?"
In the big tent, someone screamed in surprise. Immediately, the princes from all walks of life changed their expressions, whispering to each other, with a hint of fear in their eyes. If the food and grass were robbed, the entire allied army of princes would be in great danger. Youdao is the three armies.
Food and grass should be left untouched. Food and grass are the basis for an army to fight. Therefore, after the princes from all walks of life heard Cao Cao's judgment, no matter whether the news was reasonable or not, they were trembling in their hearts and sweating on their foreheads.
Yuan Shao shouted: "Meng De, this matter is important, do you have proof?"
The morale of the army was disordered. Yuan Shao had to frighten the situation, otherwise the united spirit of the army would be scattered before the battle with Dong Zhuo's army.
Cao Cao shook his head and said: "Alliance leader, this is a humble speculation with no evidence."
"How dare you speak without proof?" Yuan Shao looked angry. Cao Cao just beat the war drum and disturbed everyone's rest. Now if he said such words to disturb the morale of the army, he should be punished for his crime and his bad intentions.
Cao Cao did not give in at this time. His face became solemn, he took a step forward and said loudly: "Alliance leader, when the two armies are fighting, there must be no slack in the battle. Food and grass are the foundation of our army, and there must be no mistakes. Dong Zhuo
The army frequently harasses our army. This is to attract the attention of the army so that other soldiers under Dong Zhuo can take advantage of it. Alliance leader, the matter is urgent. Please order the alliance leader to allocate some soldiers to assist Wang Can."
Yuan Shu also stood up and said: "Alliance leader, Meng De's words are reasonable, give the order!"
Gongsun Zan stood up and said: "Leader, the matter is urgent, there can be no mistakes!"
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All the princes remonstrated and issued orders to Yuan Shao.
After Cao Cao's words, Yuan Shao also calmed down. The loss of food and fodder would also affect his position as leader of the alliance, so Yuan Shao did not continue to fight with Cao Cao, but shouted: "Gongsun Zan, your subordinate Baima Yi
Cong' is brave and good at fighting, brave and resolute, coming and going like the wind, and very fast. Order all the cavalry under your command and go immediately to meet Wang Can to ensure the safety of food and grass."
"Promise, I will obey your orders!"
Gongsun Zan stood up, cupped his fists and shouted.
After saying this, Gongsun Zan left the tent to gather soldiers to meet Wang Can.
Just as Gongsun Zan turned around, Cao Cao said: "Alliance leader, we still don't know how big Dong Zhuo's army is, and we don't know whether Dong Zhuo has sent troops to rob food, but this matter must be treated with caution. I humbly request to lead my soldiers to accompany Gongsun Prefect.
, coordinate with Wang Can to ensure the safety of food and grass."
"Well, well, you can go too!"
Yuan Shao waved his hand and said immediately.
Cao Cao leaving the camp is also a good thing for Yuan Shao, at least there is no restriction from Cao Cao.
Cao Cao clasped his fists in thanks and said, "Thank you so much, leader, I will resign from my humble position!"
With a wave of his sleeve, Cao Cao followed Gongsun Zan and left the tent.
When everyone saw Cao Cao and Gongsun Zan disappearing, they all breathed a sigh of relief.
However, everyone was still a little worried. They were afraid that what Cao Cao said was true, but in their hearts they hoped that what Cao Cao said was not true. Accepting Wang Can was just a formality.
PS: The fourth update is here. The fourth update is a bit difficult. The update is finally completed. Please forgive me for the time delay.
Well, continue to ask for flowers and collect them.