Chapter 456 Liangzhou Chaos (4) Please vote for recommendations!!!
Yecheng, Cao Jun's camp.
It was already dark, but the lights in the Chinese army's tent were still brightly lit.
Cao Cao was lying on the couch, seemingly asleep. Wang Tu stepped forward cautiously and extinguished one of the wicks of the oil lamp, making the light in the tent suddenly dim. But at this moment, Cao Cao suddenly stood up and sat up.
"Lord..."
"Invite Gongda over immediately."
"Here!"
Wang Tu didn't know what happened, but at this time, Cao Cao asked him to find Xun You, because he must have something important to discuss. Since he became Cao Cao's personal soldier, he has been cautious. He didn't dare to neglect after receiving orders.
He is not Cao Bin!
Although Cao Bin is not Cao Cao's biological child, he grew up next to Cao Cao after all. Like his brother Cao Zhen, he took Cao Cao's surname and can be regarded as a close confidant of Cao Cao. Now, Cao Bin serves as Sima, the captain of Xudu City Gate.
He officially had a position. Wang Tu envied Cao Bin and always hoped to be as valued by Cao Cao as Cao Bin.
After a while, Xun You came.
Cao Cao has sat down and is awake.
When Xun You arrived, he was not polite and said bluntly: "I want to activate Zhang Yan in Heishan. What does Gongda think?"
"The Lord's intention is to make Zhang Yan of Montenegro take action?"
"Exactly!"
Cao Cao coughed lightly, and then said: "I didn't expect that the Yuan family would have such courage to defend Yecheng without letting the high-ranking officials rescue him. I originally wanted Zhang Yan to camp in Heishan, and when the high-ranking officials came to rescue him, I would defeat him with one drum.
, to seize Bingzhou. But the high officials actually abandoned Yecheng and ignored it, and instead stormed Hedong. If the stalemate continues, there may be changes."
"My lord is worried about Ma Teng?"
Cao Cao nodded and said softly: "Han Sui's stationing in Muyuan was definitely not accidental. It must have been ordered by Ma Shoucheng.
The battle of Yecheng cannot be accomplished in a day.
The trial match was very easy, and the defense was very organized, so it was difficult to attack at once. However, the high-ranking cadres came out in force in the east of the river, and Zi Xiao was under great pressure. Although there were guards coveting help, it was difficult to determine the winner at once.
The high-ranking cadres must have sent troops to attract Ma Teng's attention. As soon as the troops in Guanzhong were empty, Ma Teng took advantage of the opportunity to seize Hexi and capture Anding, so he joined forces with Han Sui to threaten Guanzhong. When the time comes, Guanzhong will be shaken, Heluo will be in chaos, and Nanyang will be in chaos.
Liu Biao..."
Cao Cao's words made Xun You nod his head in agreement.
"Since the high officials will not save Yecheng, Zhang Yan's ambush troops no longer need to hide and should immediately send troops to Hedong."
Xun You thought for a while, "But it is not easy for Zhang Yan's army of 100,000 to station in Hedong.
We can enter in batches and rest. However, before entering Hedong, someone needs to go to the rescue. Who should be the best?"
Zhang Yan, a remnant of the Yellow Turbans, was originally named Chu Feiyan.
Later, the surname of the Yellow Turban Commander Zhang Niujiao was changed to Zhang Yan. He was sitting in the Black Mountains and was known as the Million Army. Zhang Yan has always been a serious problem in Jizhou. Maybe he did not have a million people under his command, but he had an army of 100,000.
But there are.
When a hundred thousand troops set off, without a rest and recuperation process, it will be difficult to form combat effectiveness.
Xun You's intention was to send someone over to allow Zhang Yan's Montenegrin Army to rest and recuperate before entering Hedong to participate in the war. This rest and reorganization actually meant allocating grain and grass, providing baggage, and eliminating them. Of course, it was impossible for all the 100,000 Montenegrin Army to enter Hedong.
There must be an adjustment here. That's the purpose of sending people there.
"Where is Zihuan now?"
"Your Majesty is in Wulu City now, reorganizing the Yuan family to surrender."
"Let him go!" Cao Cao thought for a while and said in a deep voice: "Assign him to the position of Zhongqiu Zhonglang General, responsible for reorganizing the Black Mountain Army. Since he wants to make achievements, there is no point in always being behind. When the reorganization is completed,
Let him go to Hedong."
Xun You said quickly: "Xun You understands."
He knew that Cao Cao wanted to establish some prestige for Cao Pi.
Since the death of Cao Ang, the issue of the successor has been of concern to everyone. In terms of age and seniority, Cao Pi is undoubtedly the most suitable; but when it comes to favor, Cao Chong is the most favored. The one with the highest talent is Cao Zhi and Cao Zijian;
The most tyrannical person is Cao Zhang, the Huang Xuer who deserted his family and went to Hexi to work under Cao Peng...
Cao Pi has grown up and is quite generous.
It's just that he has too few military exploits and lacks prestige in the military.
Cao Pi must have realized this, so he abandoned Qixian County, which he had governed for a year. When he returned home at the beginning of the year, he asked Cao Cao to join the war. Cao Cao also agreed, but for safety reasons, Cao Pi had been stationed in Wulu City.
Now, Cao Cao must be hoping to give Cao Pi some prestige...
Xun You bowed and retreated, while Cao Cao read the battle reports and official documents by the light of the lamp.
Yuan Shang's move is not without its poison, but he also needs the courage to make such a decision.
After all, if Ma Teng misses and Guanzhong cannot be in chaos, Yecheng will really become an isolated city.
After Gao Gan was seriously injured in Hedong, even if he wanted to rescue him, he was powerless. Therefore, Yuan Shang's move was very dangerous. But he put it to death and survived! If he succeeds, he will definitely stand on a tripartite footing with Cao Cao and separatize Hebei.
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Brilliant, really brilliant!
Cao Cao tapped his fingers on the table and couldn't help but laugh!
As You Xue said, the sharp edge of a sword comes from sharpening, and the fragrance of plum blossoms comes from the bitter cold. Cao Peng was born in a poor family and achieved what he is today; Yuan Shang also experienced many hardships, and has gradually revealed a trace of
Edge.
This is also the reason why Cao Cao made up his mind to ask Cao Pi to go to Zhongqiu.
Yuan Shao can't compare to me!
Your Yuan Shao's son will also not be my son's opponent...
"Lord!"
Outside the big tent, a soft cry suddenly came from.
Cao Cao raised his head and looked outside, "What's the matter?"
"Xu Du urgently reports."
"oh?"
Cao Cao was startled when he heard this. He quickly stood up and walked a few steps quickly to the door of the tent.
Wang Tu was seen crawling outside the tent with a messenger. When he saw Cao Cao leaving, the messenger took two steps and said, "My lord, something serious has happened."
Cao Cao's heart skipped a beat!
"What happened?"
"Six days ago, Liu Bei suddenly sent out troops to conquer Anzhong and approach Rangcheng!"
Cao Cao heard this and took a deep breath: Did Liu Bei make a move?
I knew this guy was not a peaceful master! Cao Cao had been worried that if the war in Hebei lasted for too long, it might cause turmoil in the rear. Liu Bei was not an easy man, so I didn't expect him to actually take action...
This time, the timing was really good to take action!
Cao Cao was dragged to Yecheng by Yuan Shang... If he could not capture Yecheng, all his previous efforts would be wasted.
Back then, when he was attacking Xuzhou, he also encountered this situation. Seeing that he was about to conquer Xuzhou, he did not expect that there would be chaos in the rear, Lu Bu from Puyang invaded, and Chen Gong rebelled, forcing Cao Cao to withdraw his troops. As a result, it was easy.
Liu Bei then caused constant wars in Xuzhou for four years. By the time Cao Cao regained Xuzhou, it was almost in a mess. If Deng Ji hadn't been stationed in Haixi at that time and saved Xuzhou a bit of vitality, the consequences would have been unknown.
.And now, Cao Cao is once again faced with such a situation, which puts him in a dilemma.
This time, Cao Cao faced a more severe choice than before.
He knew very well that if he retreated, the war in Hedong would also subside, Guanzhong would be stable, and Heluo would not be turbulent.
But the result of this will inevitably be that it will be even more difficult for him to seize Jizhou again.
For today's battle, he spent four months digging a white ditch and spent countless money and food. If he returned without success, it would definitely be a fatal blow to his reputation, and it might even cause the last violent turmoil in his court.
But if he doesn't withdraw his troops, Liu Bei will also be in trouble...
"Wang Tu, please invite Guo Jiji immediately."
"Here!"
Cao Cao glanced at the messenger, and his voice suddenly became serious, "You can go down and have a rest, but remember not to reveal even a single word about what happened just now."
"Here!"
The messenger turned around and was about to leave.
Suddenly he heard a sound like a dragon roaring and a tiger roaring from behind, and Cao Cao drew his sword.
Before the messenger could recover, Cao Cao stabbed him to the ground with a sword.
"Lord!"
"I can only wrong you today...don't worry about your wife after you die. I will take care of your wife myself."
Cao Cao really didn't dare to be negligent in the slightest. If the news spread that Liu Bei was attacking the rear, it would definitely shake the morale of the army. No matter what the reason was, the messenger must die. Cao Cao waved his hand, and Dian Wei came over with his men.
"Hit him well and keep him secret.
Also, that Wang Tu just now... was dealt with quietly. From tomorrow on, let Yang Di take over his duties and be with me personally for the time being."
"Here!"
Dian Wei nodded and without saying a word, dragged the messenger's body into the darkness.
Yang Xi was a native of Nancheng, Taishan County (now southwest of Feixian County, Shandong Province), and was also a son of an official. At the same time, Yang Xi also had another identity, that is, he was Cai Yong's son-in-law... Cai Yong had two daughters, the eldest daughter Cai Yan, now
Settled in Hexi.
This girl, Cai Zhenji, is Yang Xi’s wife.
Yang Xi is now under Cao Cao and serves as an army adviser.
This man was familiar with military literature and had good literary talent. Naturally, Cao Cao had some inner considerations when he recruited him as his personal follower.
I have my own tooth soldiers to clean up the blood on the ground.
As for Wang Tu... Cao Cao doesn't need to worry, Dian Wei will take care of everything.
After a while, Guo Jia came over in disheveled clothes. He was woken up from his sleep. When he heard Cao Cao's summons, he didn't even have time to comb himself, so he ran over.
"My lord called me late at night, but there was an accident?"
"Liu Bei, occupied Anzhong."
"ah?"
Guo Jia was startled when he heard this, but soon he understood Cao Cao's intention of coming to him.
"Lord, we must not withdraw our troops at this time."
"oh?"
"If the lord withdraws his troops today, he may not be able to capture Hebei with ten times the effort in the future. There may even be turmoil, which will greatly reduce the lord's prestige. Liu Bei, a little thief! Although he has captured Anzhong, it is nothing to worry about. Today's Nanyang
There is Zhang Xiu, there is Yuan Rang in Ye County, there is Wen He in Runan, Li Tong is also proficient in the art of war, and has the courage to be unstoppable... These are all people who are good at fighting and resourceful. Even if Liu Bei wins a small victory, it will not matter.
The overall situation can be settled sooner or later.
The urgent task is to mobilize troops and attack Yecheng.
We must not delay it any longer. The longer it goes, the more unfavorable the war will be... As for Hedong, Zhang Yan can be stationed."
Later generations often said that Cao Cao had five great counselors.
But among the five great counselors, the one who is most devoted to Cao Cao and understands Cao Cao's thoughts best is Guo Jia.
Xun Yu also knew what Cao Cao was thinking, but after all, he still cared about the Han Dynasty.
Therefore, when it comes to Yixin, Xun Yu is still inferior to Guo Jia. However, this is also related to the background of the two of them. Xun Yu came from a wealthy family, while Guo Jia was relatively poor. Only by following Cao Cao closely can Guo Jia get ahead.
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Cao Cao's eyes showed admiration.
"Those who know me are filial piety!"
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Nanyang, Wancheng.
Zhang Xiu stood up with a look of surprise on his face.
"Anzhong is lost?"
"Exactly."
"That Rangcheng..."
"General, Rangcheng is now in danger. After Liu Bei captured Anzhong, he ordered Chen Dao to defend it. He led his troops to attack Rangcheng. General, if you hesitate any longer, I am afraid that the young master's life will be in danger."
The general guarding Rangcheng was none other than Zhang Xiu's son, Zhang Quan.
Therefore, Zhang Xiu was shocked when he heard that Anzhong was defeated by Liu Bei.
This position of Anzhong is really too important... If you advance, you can attack the three counties of Niyang, Jiyang, and Rangcheng; if you retreat, you can defend Xinye, and there are still Liu Biao's elite. In such an important place, if Liu Bei gains a foothold, Zhang
The embroidery fell into passivity.
What's more, his son is facing the threat from Liu Bei.
Zhang Quan follows Zhang Xiu, and he can be regarded as a battle-hardened master. If he faces ordinary opponents, Zhang Xiu is not too worried. But if he faces Liu Bei, Zhang Quan is no match. Not to mention that Liu Bei is also battle-hardened.
He has experienced more battles than Zhang Quan has ever heard of. Moreover, his subordinates include Zhang Zhaoyun, Chen Dao and other powerful generals, all of whom are not ordinary people. Zhang Quan can never be Liu Bei's opponent. He
If there is no rescue, Zhang Quan's life will not be saved...
Zhang Xiu is the only son.
Before that, he had a nephew, Zhang Xin, who died in the Battle of Wan.
The murderer is still not known.
If Zhang Quan dies...
Without saying a word, Zhang Xiu immediately ordered his troops and horses to rush to the aid of Rangcheng.
However, he was not a reckless person. He knew that heading to Rangcheng like this might fall into Liu Bei's trick.
Liu Bei is also a well-known figure.
At the beginning, Cao Cao's many people failed to surround him, but he made a huge detour of thousands of miles, which made Cao Cao's army miserable. If he went straight to Rangcheng so stupidly, how could he know that Liu Bei wouldn't ambush him in the middle? So, this
Rangcheng wanted to be rescued. But he was not going to Rangcheng... Zhang Xiu ordered people to inform Xiahou Dun, and then led his troops to attack Xinye.
This move of mine is called surrounding Wei and rescuing Zhao.
Aren’t you going to attack Rangcheng?
I will attack your home base, forcing you to abandon Rangcheng and return troops to rescue Xinye. At that time, I will ambush you and take advantage of the opportunity to recapture Anzhong. When General Xiahou arrives with his army, we will join forces and directly destroy Xinye.
Those who were able to separate one side in the late Eastern Han Dynasty were not ordinary people.
Zhang Xiu was able to gain a foothold under the command of the fierce general Dong Zhuo, and then after his uncle's death, he gathered the Xiliang soldiers together to organize Nanyang, and even defeated Cao Cao in a state of disarray, even including his son. How could he be incompetent?
generation?
In the past, he had Jia Xu to advise him.
Now that Jia Xu is away, Zhang Xiu can only make his own decision.
In short, this time I want you, Liu Bei, to know how powerful I am and never dare to peek into my Zhang Xiu territory again...
