Even on the banks of Wushui, you can't feel the slightest chill.
Sima Yi rode his horse slowly, looking at the endless stream of soldiers transporting food, and from time to time he wiped the sweat on his forehead with silk.
According to common sense, as the governor of Yongliang, there is no need for him to go out specially to inspect the daily transportation of grain.
But today it is different.
According to the military information coming from Qin Lang's tribe, the scouts discovered that the Shu Kingdom had once again increased its troops from Hexi, under the command of Zheng Pu, whom he had specifically mentioned in the previous list to Emperor Cao Rui.
This military situation made him breathe a sigh of relief.
The sharp blade hidden in the dark is the most dangerous, deadly and frightening thing.
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In Sima Yi's heart, Zheng Pu was regarded as a sharp blade in the darkness.
Because in the past wars between Han and Wei, Zheng Pu often made unexpected moves, which made people feel fearful.
In particular, this war was his first attack on Shu since he took office as the governor of Yongliang, and he did it with all the strength of the Wei State! Cao Rui even sent the emperor's own tiger and leopard cavalry to listen to his orders!
Can we recapture Longyou and restore Liangzhou? Can we make Ni Shu shrink back to the land of Bashu again and decide it in one battle?
He cannot tolerate any negligence or sudden changes.
I can't stand it either.
Because the Wei State had taken all the opportunities and advantages in this war, if Cao Zhen still returned in defeat like Cao Zhen did before, then the Wei State would have to accept the fact that Longyou and Liangzhou would no longer exist.
There will even be a reversal of advantages and disadvantages between Han and Wei in the future!
The morale of the soldiers who have suffered repeated defeats will fall into a slump, and the land of Sanfu, where the old capital of the Han Dynasty is located, will usher in turmoil in the hearts of the people. Even the people in the heart of the Central Plains and north of the river will privately gossip or question, when Wei Wen and Cao Pi replaced the Han Is it true that "Han Zuo is extinct" as claimed at that time is destiny?
In any case, the prestige of the Han Dynasty, which lasted for four hundred years, has long been deeply rooted in the hearts of the people.
Not to mention anything else, even as an auxiliary minister and a monarch of the three Wei dynasties, when he first became an official, the common leader of the world was still Emperor Xian of the Han Dynasty, and the official position he was awarded was the Literary Affairs Bureau of the Prime Minister's Office of the Han Dynasty!
The Wei State, which had only lasted for more than ten years, could not erase the traces of the Han Dynasty, nor could it resist the doubts that lingered in people's hearts.
Therefore, since he sent out troops in early spring, he has been walking on thin ice.
Not only because he knew that the Wei State, which had never had time to cultivate and recuperate, would not have the foundation to launch such a huge war in the future, but also because the Wei State could not afford to lose.
If you win, the future attack on Shu will be like breaking bamboo.
But if they are defeated, then the Dukes and Generals of Luoyang and Gungun will no longer have the heart to fight fiercely, the soldiers will no longer have the acumen to fight to the death, and the common people will also sneer at Wei's theory of destiny.
As the governor of Yongliang, he would become the sinner of Wei State's transition from prosperity to decline, and would be nailed to the pillar of shame by Qing Shi.
An Neng is not conscientious!
How could one not be on strict guard against Ni Shu's every move, and be wary of Zheng Pu, who has long been unable to master the power of strategizing?
However, when the sharp blade appeared, Sima Yi no longer felt intimidated.
After all, Wei had the advantage in military strength.
Moreover, Sima Yi also admitted that he was not a late-minded person. After learning that Zheng Pu's troops came from Puhuang County along Wushaoling, he could not have expected his strategic intention - not to advance upstream from Wuting to the river valley with the enemy. When the Yan tribes of Shu and Wei joined forces, the frontier pointed at nothing more than the farming area south of Helan Mountain!
If you attack it, you will rescue it. The purpose is to surround Wei and rescue Zhao.
How unreasonable!
In fact, when Sima Yi sent Guo Huai to attack Manyin City Fortress, he thought about whether the defense south of Helan Mountain was weak after Hu Zun and Deng Ai's troops went south, and whether Ni Shu would take advantage of it.
After all, when Liangzhou fell out of control in the past, even the Qiang and Hu tribes in Beidi County could travel thousands of miles to besiege Hebei County in Longyou, not to mention the long-renowned Xiliang Iron Cavalry?
Knowing this, but still insisting on doing it, is not an act of Sima Yi's helplessness.
But he did it on purpose!
He had no hope in his heart that Wei Guo could attack the Fortress of Manyin head-on.
In a fortified city like this that is isolated and guarded only by elite soldiers, there is no chance that the morale of the soldiers will collapse and the soldiers will surrender due to greed for life and fear of death.
There is no need to question this.
In the four hundred years since the Han Dynasty, such deeds are not uncommon.
Sima Yi's hope of capturing the Manyin Fortress was to trap it until it ran out of food and fodder, waiting for it to collapse without attacking.
In other words, he deliberately made the defense south of Helan Mountain weak, which was just a ploy to lure the enemy.
Because his original strategic intention has never changed.
Encircling points for reinforcements, invading Hexi, and luring the enemy deep into the country were all aimed at consuming Ni Shu's war heritage.
Whether the war is a stalemate or a few small losses, as long as the soldiers and horses of Shu are constantly exhausted and have no time to cultivate and recuperate, as time goes by, the final winner will be Wei!
Now, Zheng Pu of Shu has sent troops out, which is exactly what Sima Yi wants.
Judging from the frequent wars in Liangzhou in recent years, Ni Shu could actually have a supply of grain and supplies. Zheng Pu sent troops again. He didn't need to think too much to deduce that Liangzhou had dried up and was fishing!
If they can be defeated, Qin Lang, Guo Huai and other tribes can march in and change the flag of Hexi!
Therefore, his mood this time was as hot as midsummer.
Not only did he personally come out to supervise the transfer of grain and baggage, he also forwarded a letter to Guo Huai.
The book says:
"We are going against Shu to increase our troops to the west of the river. Bo Ji already knows it. I think Scar Pu's army is pointing to the south of Helan Mountain. Therefore, Bo Ji can leave General Hu in trouble and personally lead the rest of the troops to join Xiaoqi."
The generals will work together to contain it. I have written a separate letter to Qin, Yuan and Ming Dynasty, and I will take you as the governor before the battle. Don't think of restraint. Also, Wuhuan's sudden cavalry is in Gaoping now. I will divide half of the three thousand cavalry as your back-up. Bo Ji will be there for a long time.
Yongliang has repeatedly attacked Nishu. You should know that Scar Pu is known for his cunning. Don't take it lightly when approaching battle. If you can fight, fight. There is no need to begrudge the casualties of the soldiers. If the casualties are equal, it will also be a benefit for our country Wei.
"If you can't fight, then confront him. He will rebel against Shu and have no food for a long time. If he returns after his food is exhausted, it will be our army's victory!"
As Zheng Pu expected, Sima Yi turned to support with Wuhuan's sudden cavalry.
However, only half of the three thousand cavalry were separated, and those left in Gaoping City were still comparable to Zhao Guang's troops.
This is the most prudent approach and is also the result of a qualified commander's precautions.
Sima Yi knew that Scar Pu's army was a sign before Zhuge Liang, the Prime Minister of Shu!
First, the grain stocks and baggage in Nishu are not abundant. Since the Hexi River has been drained and fished and more troops have been sent to rescue it, Longyou will inevitably fight with all its strength. However, it is hoped that the battle can be won quickly before falling into a place where there is no turning around.
Under such circumstances, he naturally wanted to leave half of the Wuhuan cavalry to contain the Shu, Zhao and Guang tribes to prevent the loss of food routes for the troops and horses in Hexi.
On the other hand, he knew the advantages and disadvantages of both Han and Wei.
Regarding the combat effectiveness of the soldiers on both sides, Cao Zhen's defeat in the past proved that Wei Guo was in trouble in the field battle.
He doesn't want to and can't repeat the same mistakes.
Therefore, he could only rely on the favorable factors of being outnumbered and outnumbered to ensure that the main force in Guanzhong had the advantage of waiting for work, so that there would be no accidents in this battle or the situation of being forced to fight against Shu.
