As the number one conspirator under Tao Shang and a man with the title of a genius, Guo Jia's thoughts and ideas are naturally different from those of ordinary people.
Since pottery merchants came from later generations, their thinking was naturally somewhat different from that of people of this era.
This is also one of the important reasons why Tao Shang and Guo Jianeng have become more and more understanding after so many years of getting along.
Because neither of them are normal people.
Bao Tao and Bao Zhong realized this deeply this time.
In fact, they both regret it now.
Why did he not die in the first place, but got on the pottery merchant's pirate ship?
This made the two brothers frightened day by day.
But by now, it was too late for the two of them to think about anything. They had no way out now and could only follow Guo Jia and follow this path to the dark side.
In their hearts, they can only pray that the pottery dealer can treat them better in the future and not let them down for their hard work now.
As Guo Jia expected, Cao Ren quickly sent someone to find the second general to discuss the rescue with everyone.
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Cao Ren gathered all the generals under his command in the main hall of the mansion in Chenliucheng.
They were divided into two square formations, each standing on one side, with darkness on both sides, whispering to each other, making the hall noisy.
At this time, they had no choice but to make trouble. After all, Cao Cao was seriously ill, which greatly affected the morale of the army.
Although the main business tried their best to block it, the news finally reached Chen Liu.
Judging from the current situation, Tao Shang's army began to attack Cao's army with all its strength. Naturally, it was not hidden from the eyes of Cao Ren's spies. At present, Tao and Cao had entered an intense stage of fighting, and as the important town of Cao's army,
Cao Ren, of course, couldn't just sit idly by.
At this moment, he had made up his mind to go to support Cao Cao.
They just support Cao Cao, what should Chen Liucheng do?
There must be capable and unambiguous people left to guard it for him.
But who should be chosen as this candidate?
Cao Ren thought about it over and over again, and found out that these military commanders and captains under his command were all temporarily requisitioned by the counties in Yanzhou. To be honest, Cao Ren was not familiar with them.
At this moment, it was really not convenient for him to randomly entrust them with such a task.
But if we were to be honest, he really had a suitable candidate in mind, and that was Bao Tao.
After these several emergencies, Cao Ren was deeply impressed by Bao Tao's ability to respond to emergencies and his loyal and courageous advice, and he liked it very much.
Cao Ren had basically decided in his mind that if one of these people was selected to temporarily guard the city for him, Bao Tao would undoubtedly be the best candidate.
But after all, Chen Liucheng is a matter of great importance and cannot be entrusted lightly. Even if Bao Tao is in line with Cao Ren's wishes, he still has to consider it carefully. After all, it is not a trivial matter and needs to be carefully investigated.
After all the lieutenants and military princes under his command had arrived, Cao Ren coughed lightly and said: "Everyone, the situation is critical right now. Sikong's main formation is being attacked by the Jinling Army. The two sides are already fighting fiercely on the river bank in front of the camp.
After a while, I came to report that Tao Shang's army was attacking fiercely and Dazhai was in danger. As Sikong's subordinates, we cannot sit back and watch at this critical moment. We need to send troops to rescue!"
Everyone looked at me and I looked at you, most of them were speechless.
When Cao Ren selected the garrison troops in these counties, in order to prevent civil strife, he specially discussed with Xun Yu and issued a consultation document. Those who volunteered were not used, but those who did not ask for orders were recruited by Cao Ren.
This strategy was indeed correct at the time. At least the soldiers in these counties were not deceived by the potters and had no second thoughts.
But they also have a shortcoming, that is, they have no momentum.
It was okay to hold on, but if they were to attack, they would lack a lot of vigor.
After all, Cao Ren didn't dare to summon those who were able to attack and had the courage to attack Chenliu City.
After hearing Cao Ren's question, everyone looked at me and me, and lowered their heads. No one dared to look at him.
At this moment, who would dare to talk about such a sensitive issue?
Looking at the appearance of these people, Cao Ren felt a little suffocated.
These bastards usually took Sikong's salary and were protected by him, but now they are in danger and when they are needed, they all act like birds!
Just when Cao Ren was gritting his teeth and sulking, he saw Bao Tao standing up.
"General, Tao Jun is ready to go. Chen Liu is related to the lifeline of the Central Plains. General, you must not move lightly."
The first two times Bao Tao prevented Cao Ren from leaving the city, Cao Ren admired him a lot in his heart, but this time, it was no longer the case.
Cao Ren looked at him coldly: "What? General Bao thinks I shouldn't leave the city?"
When he said this, there was an obvious chill in his tone.
Cao Ren's tone was unkind, but Bao Tao cheered up.
Cao Ren's performance was indeed as Guo Jia said, very different from usual.
In this way, Bao Tao felt more confident. This shows that Mr. Guo is right!
At that moment, Bao Tao cleared his throat and said to Cao Ren: "Chenliu City cannot be separated from the general. I am willing to ask for orders to go out of the city with my brother to assist Sikong. Please ask the general to guard the city and protect Chenliu!"
After finishing his sentence, Cao Ren was immediately stunned.
He thought about it, but he never expected such a situation.
Cao Ren stood up and looked at Bao Tao seriously. Just when he was about to speak, he saw Bao Zhong on the side said hurriedly: "Brother, don't be impulsive. Tao Shang's army is all tigers, leopards and wolves. It's just you and me. How can he be his opponent?"
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After saying that, Bao Zhong said to Cao Ren: "My brother was so reckless that he bumped into the general. Please don't be the same as him!"
When Cao Ren saw Bao Zhong's appearance, he couldn't help but laugh.
They are both brothers, so why is there such a huge contrast?
But in this way, Bao Tao's sincerity appears even more.
Cao Ren originally thought about leaving the city this time. If Bao Tao was allowed to defend the city, he would take Bao Zhong away, and maybe he could be used as a hostage as a restriction.
But in the current situation, it is no longer necessary.
One is that the performance of the two brothers is sincere and does not seem to be fake at all, but there is no need to bother Bao Tao. The other is that for a waste like Bao Zhong, taking him out will easily affect his morale, so he can be left to be disciplined by his brothers.
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Thinking of this, Cao Ren stepped down from his seat, patted Bao Tao on the shoulder, and said: "What a man! I never thought you could be so loyal. I have to go to Sikong's side. No one can dissuade me from doing this."
Bao Tao hurriedly said: "But?"
Cao Ren raised his palm, interrupted his words, and said: "Chenliucheng, I will leave the decision to you, brother. With you as the governor of military affairs, I can rest assured that you will be able to protect the city. After I assist Sikong to defeat the pottery merchants,
, come back naturally, and I will tell Sikong the whole story when the time comes, explain the misunderstanding between you two and Sikong, and let Sikong reuse you!"
Bao Tao looked at Cao Ren in shock. When he was young, he saw him fisting his fist hard and said to Cao Ren: "Don't worry, general. I will defend Chenliucheng to the death until I die!"
In this way, Cao Ren left the military affairs of Chen Liucheng, the governor of Bao Tao, while he led the elite troops in the city out of the city to help Cao Cao.
However, Cao Ren understood very well that Cao Cao was being attacked urgently by the Tao merchants, so going to the main battlefield to help himself might not be of much use.
It is better to surround Wei and rescue Zhao, attack the pottery merchants' camp, cut off their return route, and then attack from both sides.