In the meeting hall of the Prefect's Mansion.
Everyone gathered together.
Cao Cao, the prefect, sat on the throne.
The rest of the people lined up on the left and right.
Except for those who have errands and are not in Dingtao County at the moment, everyone else is here. It is a rare occasion for everyone to gather together.
And as Cao Ang opened the door and came in.
Everyone immediately focused on him.
Saw such a formation.
Cao Ang could almost guess what was going on.
With a slight smile on his face, he nodded to everyone on the left and right, and quickly came to Cao Cao.
"Father!"
He saluted with respect and bowed his hands.
Before Cao Ang could finish the courtesy, Cao Cao quickly waved his hand and handed him a piece of cloth with the other hand.
"Zixiu, there is no need to be polite. The situation is urgent now. Please take a look at this information!"
After taking over the materials casually.
Cao Ang glanced over it and read the key information above.
Then there was a look on his face that said, "Sure enough," it was indeed as he had guessed.
Liu Dai, the governor of Yanzhou, led an army of 20,000 men and fought a decisive battle with the main force of the Yellow Turban bandits in Shouzhang County. Liu Dai, who was deeply surrounded, was not satisfied with fighting a defensive war of attrition, but resolutely led his army to take the initiative.
After creating an illusion.
Liu Dai decisively opened the city gate and launched a decisive battle, and went straight to the enemy's center position, intending to behead the commander of the main force. After getting rid of the enemy's general, he planned to collapse the morale of the army.
But he really overestimated the infantry on hand, and their mobility was too poor.
Although a strategy was made in advance to attack the east and attack the west.
But when his infantry broke through the encirclement and approached the main battlefield, the large enemy forces that had been drawn away also reacted, and now an encirclement was formed.
Liu Dai took the initiative to send the heads to the encirclement.
I was beaten directly into a dumpling.
Not only did Liu Dai himself die in the chaos, but even the 20,000 troops he led were killed. Except for a small number of people who took advantage of the chaos to escape, the rest were all killed.
…
Reading finished.
Cao Ang put the information back on the desk.
Then he shook his head and sighed: "This Liu Gongshan has really done a lot of harm to people. A total of 20,000 elite soldiers were destroyed by him in one fell swoop."
"If we can stay in our hands and hold on to the city, even if we fail to win in the end, it will be enough to consume tens of thousands of enemy troops, instead of like now, without even a small splash."
This makes sense.
It also touched on Cao Cao's pain points.
As a result, Lao Cao's face suddenly darkened, and his whole mood was quite unpleasant.
"This person is really causing harm to others!"
"At present, all the elite troops on the front line have been depleted. After the Yellow Turban thief breaks through Shouzhang, there will probably be no obstacles on his way south. Isn't he opening the door for the enemy?"
"My brain is like elm wood!"
Facing a governor who had died in battle, Cao Cao scolded him mercilessly.
It can be seen how angry he is in his heart.
What Liu Dai did was really bad.
Before he decided to take the initiative to send troops, many people, including Cao Cao, had tried to dissuade him, but this guy just refused to listen.
You must have your own way.
If you win, then forget about it.
But he lost so miserably.
Although it was Liu Dai's own troops that were sacrificed, these could be regarded as the resources of the entire Yanzhou and the effective force of Yanzhou.
Cao Cao thought that he was about to take over as Yanzhou Mu.
The anger in my heart started to rise.
Isn't this just sucking blood from my body, Cao Cao?
This guy died neatly.
Otherwise, I have to turn it over and give it two severe whiplashes!
…
After explaining some facts.
Cao Cao stood up, patted the map hanging behind him, and then said in a deep voice.
"Now that Liu Dai is dead, Dongping Kingdom, Shanyang County and other places are empty. The main force of the Yellow Turban Thieves can drive directly down. I hope you can express your opinions on how our army should act now!"
Everyone in the hall looked at each other.
Xun Yu immediately stood up and said very decisively: "The top priority is that the prince must lead his troops to Changyi County, Shanyang County as quickly as possible, and first take up the post of Yanzhou Shepherd in front of officials at all levels in the state."
"After all, if your name is not right, your words will not be right. You can only take out the emperor's edict and become the state shepherd in front of everyone under the witness of the court angel."
"In this way, whether it is to attack the Yellow Turbans or to defend the city, you will have a good reputation, and all the counties in the state will listen to you."
When Cao Cao heard this, he nodded happily.
This is actually part of his own plan.
It's just that what I'm thinking is not as clear as what Xun Yu said, nor is it so decisive.
After writing down this step on the bamboo slips.
Cao Cao nodded and said, "What Wen Ruo said is true. After today's discussion, I will immediately lead my troops to Changyi County and take office as the shepherd of Yanzhou in the shortest possible time."
…
And after Xun Yu sat down.
As Cao Cao's direct counselor, Chen Gong, after a strange color flashed in his eyes, stood up and said loudly.
"Master Fu, Liu Gongshan's 20,000-strong army was defeated at the hands of the Yellow Turbans. This is certainly because he underestimated the enemy and advanced recklessly, and fell into a tight siege by the enemy."
"But we have to admit one thing, that is, the main force of the Yellow Turban thieves is very powerful. With the current strength of our army, I am afraid it is not enough to wipe them out."
"After you take up the post of Yanzhou Shepherd, you can send documents to all counties and counties, asking them to lead their troops to help. Bao Xin, the Prime Minister of Jibei, and Ying Shao, the Grand Administrator of Taishan County, are all available people."
Speaking of which.
Chen Gong paused for a moment.
Looking intently, he saw Cao Cao nodding slightly thoughtfully, and with great concentration in his heart, he spoke calmly.
"In addition, our army can take advantage of the several counties where the main force of the Yellow Turban Thieves will be directed. We will show their interests to them and ask each county to immediately recruit young and strong militiamen to help our army fight!"
The Cao family is currently undergoing a round of expansion.
The total number of troops is just over 20,000.
Even though the combat effectiveness of the army was slightly higher than that of the army led by Liu Dai, it was still too limited to form a reversal.
So the Cao family faced off against the Yellow Turban thieves.
There is no doubt that he is at an extreme disadvantage.
Faced with such a situation, it is necessary to request support from all parties, including various counties and cities, which all have certain local forces. If they are all mobilized, they will be a considerable force.
As Yanzhou Mu, he ordered the governors of various counties to lead troops to help, which was also a clever move.
Of course, it is difficult to impose an order.
It depends on whether the governor of each county is willing.
Liu Dai had requested from all parties before, but no one paid any attention to him.
After all, this guy killed Qiao Mao, the prefect of Dongjun, without saying a word, and avenged his personal revenge. This approach made everyone feel a little chilly.
I'm afraid that I'll help him later.
He will also become the dead soul of Liu Dai.
Therefore, no one, including Cao Cao, was willing to send troops to help, and the integrity was ruined. This was one of the reasons why Liu Dai finally finished his game.
But this is for Cao Cao.
It's not a difficult task.
…
"Snapped!"
Cao Cao took a picture of his position in Jibei Kingdom.
With a smile on his face, he said: "Bob Yi is an old friend of mine, and he has a loyal heart. If I write a letter, he will definitely lead his troops to help me."
"Rencheng State and Shanyang County are at odds with each other. If the Yellow Turbans attack and they don't do their best to help, they will be the next unlucky ones!"
"As for Ying Shao, the governor of Taishan County, I am not familiar with this person. I can only give it a try. I don't know whether it will succeed."
While talking.
Cao Cao wrote this down again.
Obviously, he fully accepted Chen Gong's suggestions.
But just when he was about to say something, Cao Ang suddenly raised his hand, stood up and came to the map, pointing to Lu and Pei respectively.
With a hint of a smile.
He said rather sinisterly: "Father, you don't have to be limited to the territory of Yanzhou. You can also send people to Lu and Pei in Yuzhou, the countries closest to us, to ask them to send troops to help."
"You might as well tell them if they refuse to send troops for support."
"Then let's retreat to Jiyin County and open up the two roads going east and south. They will be the ones who suffer at that time. It's up to them whether we send troops or not!"
The territories of several states in the Kanto area are intertwined and extend to each other.
For example, the Pei State in Yuzhou broke into the hinterland of Yanzhou, and the Lu State was sandwiched between the two counties of Yanzhou.
So if something happens to Yanzhou.
It is difficult for these two places to be alone.
So this statement came out.
Including Cao Cao.
Everyone in the hall couldn't help laughing.
Even Xiahou Dun and others couldn't help but laugh out loud. This method was really bad.
But... we like it!
Cao Cao shook his head and wrote a line of small words on the bamboo slips while giving affirmation.
"What Zixiu said is true. Ant thieves are causing trouble. This is something that the entire Guandong and even the whole world needs to face, not just my family."
"It is only reasonable and reasonable for the surrounding counties and counties to send troops and help, no matter how hard it is to find food, grass and money!"
"Don't leave them alone!"
…
"What Wen Ruo and Gongtai said are mature and prudent tips. I will adopt them. I wonder if you guys here have any other tips or tricks?"
After Cao Cao got a basic constitution.
My mood finally recovered a little.
Cao Cao felt a little more confident about the next battle with the Yellow Turban thieves.
And after he asked the question.
Now that he has returned from recruiting troops, Wei Zi, who also participated in this discussion, stood up at this time and quickly walked to the center of the hall.
Then he cupped his hands to the left and right, bowed slightly to Cao Cao, and then asked with some confusion.
"Master Fu, now the main force of the Yellow Turban Thieves has broken through Shouzhang County. What's standing in front of them is Onezawa in the southwest, and there are two marching routes east and west along both sides of Onezawa."
"What if the main force of the Yellow Turban thieves leads their troops to the western front and wants to take us by surprise while we are moving troops to Changyi County, and then go south along Yuncheng and directly attack our rear? good?"
"Forgive me for speaking frankly. Among the army of yellow turban thieves, there must be some who are capable of strategizing. Therefore, we must guard against this possibility!"
Wei Zi's words immediately silenced everyone.
Then they couldn't help but frown.
Cao Cao suddenly turned around.
His eyes were fixed on the west of Onozawa.
As a relatively large lake in central Yanzhou, Onezawa is the junction of Jiyin County, Shanyang County and Dongping County, connecting the three counties at the same time.
As for the Yellow Turban Thieves, they are currently in Shouzhang County, Dongping State. It is indeed possible that the enemy will not take the usual route and change their route to the west, that is, passing through Yuncheng, which was previously guarded by Zhang Liao.
If you really go this route.
That would be a bit troublesome.
This means that the Cao family cannot bet all their strength on the Shanyang County side, otherwise they will be in serious trouble once someone steals their back.
If we just divide the troops...
Originally, the strength was not enough right now.
Even if you clench a fist, you still need to run around, ask others to send troops to support you, and gather all the strength to fight the enemy.
If you still need to worry about the enemy, take another route.
Make two fists clenched at the same time.
The only result would be that both fists were not clenched tightly and were blown away by the enemy.
This time Cao Cao was in a bit of a dilemma.
…
Just when he didn't know how to arrange it.
Everyone in the hall was deep in thought.
Xun You suddenly stood up from his seat.
He quickly came to the center of the field and immediately attracted everyone's attention, and they couldn't help but turn their eyes to him.
And after Cao Cao saw Xun You.
His eyes suddenly lit up.
This Xun Gongda is a man of quick wits.
Moreover, he is extremely good at marching operations, strategies and tactics, and possesses quite powerful abilities.
Earlier, when the Yellow Turbans came rolling in from Qingzhou.
Xun You's saying "defend the enemy outside the county gate" is still fresh in Cao Cao's memory.
Presumably what seemed like a headache to him was nothing more than a trivial matter to Xun You.
Cao Cao immediately looked at Xun You with hopeful eyes, expecting this great talent to say something astonishing.
And Xun You did live up to his trust.
After bowing slightly to everyone, he laughed loudly and said: "In fact, from You's point of view, you don't need to worry about this matter at all. It is impossible for the Yellow Turban thieves to go south from Lucky City and enter Jiyin County. They will only choose to go due south. Enter Shanyang County."
The tone was decisive.
There is no hesitation in every word.
This undoubtedly gave Cao Cao a reassurance.
It also made everyone feel relieved.
It's just that military matters are related to the situation of the entire Yanzhou. This battle is also related to the fate of the Cao family. Only with a great victory in the war can the Cao family firmly control the entire Yanzhou.
Otherwise, the prospects are worrying.
So even if what Xun You said is so conclusive.
Cao Cao kept a cautious attitude and asked in detail: "Why did Gongda say this? Could it be that he had a plan in mind, or was there something to rely on?"
…
Facing Cao Cao's questioning.
Xun You naturally won't sell things out.
After slightly nodding to Cao Ang, he raised his right hand slightly, palm upward, pointing at Cao Ang.
"The reason why I am so sure is actually entirely because of General Cao!"
"Um?"
Cao Cao couldn't help but make a suspicious nasal sound and turned to look at his son.
This matter is actually related to my son?
Of course he didn't say anything.
Just waiting for Xun You's next words.
Xun You retracted his palm, took a slight step forward, and then expressed his thoughts.
"General Cao defeated the Yellow Turban bandits in Linqiu County. He beheaded tens of thousands of thieves with only a few thousand troops and captured tens of thousands of bandit soldiers. Not only did several counties in the north not move at all, even the enemy troops who came to plunder were killed. Beaten to pieces."
"Such a glorious victory shocked the whole world. Throughout the northern states, rumors of General Cao's unstoppable power spread."
"Although the Yellow Turban thieves are bandits, their information is not blocked. On the contrary, they have definitely got a lot of information on hand after attacking the city and taking out the stronghold."
"How could they not know that another of their own troops, a force of 80,000 people, suffered a tragic defeat in Linqiu County?"
Speaking of which.
Xun You bowed slightly.
Then the tone suddenly rose.
He said loudly and passionately: "If I were the commander of the main force of the Yellow Turban Thieves, before I knew whether the troops led by General Cao were still in Linqiu County or not, I would never have led the troops to Lucky City. The idea of this road!”
"Because General Cao can lead thousands of people to defeat tens of thousands of troops. Thinking more broadly, if he leads slightly more troops, can he defeat more people?"
"Instead of risking Lucky City and fighting against General Cao, who has a brilliant record that shocked the entire north, just to go south and enter Jiyin County, it is better to go directly to Shanyang County."
"The former is too dangerous, and the gains cannot make up for the risks. On the other hand, the latter is much safer. It is precisely because there are thoughtful people among the Yellow Turban thieves that they will choose the latter!"
…
The words fell.
The whole place was silent.
Everyone did not look at Xun You, but immediately turned their attention to Cao Ang.
hiss!
Unexpectedly, it was because of General Cao's reputation that Xun You was sure that the Yellow Turban thieves would not take this path.
Although it may sound a bit exaggerated.
But if you think about it carefully.
The logic is indeed impeccable.
Isn’t that what it’s all about?
What just happened in Linqiu County was that someone led an army to defeat more than 80,000 yellow turban thieves.
At this time, people were brought here.
Isn't that purely sick?
Unless this road is absolutely necessary, and if you don't take this road, you won't be able to grab food, and you will starve to death, then you may still be able to force yourself to this direction with a lot of sacrifices.
But this is not the case.
Going directly south, the distance is even closer.
Or maybe the main force wants to avenge the branch led by Qu Commander Zhang Rao, wash away the shame of the Yellow Turban Army, and get back everything they lost.
Then this is even more nonsense.
After the death of the three Zhang Jiao brothers, the Yellow Turban Army no longer had a unified leader, and no one dared to say that his fame and status were above others.
It is also impossible to complete the task without fear of death after receiving an order.
Everyone is equal to each other.
There is a cooperative relationship between Qu Shuai and Qu Shuai.
The troops you led were wiped out. The most I can do is feel regret and mourn for you for a few seconds.
But you want me to lead the soldiers to avenge you, risking the loss of troops or even defeat, to do such a thankless thing.
Then I can only say that I don't know you.
Do you know me well?
So in summary.
The inference basis given by Xun You is very reliable and the probability is very high.
…
Cao Cao's eyes were filled with relief.
He looked at his son with approval.
Although he had said it many times, he still couldn't help but say it again at this time.
My son has the beauty of heaven!
I never thought that one day, my son Xiu would be able to intimidate more than 100,000 enemy troops just by relying on his name. How majestic and domineering this is!
After some discussion by Xun You.
Cao Cao also basically affirmed Xun You's statement.
Because he promoted Cao Ang's reputation and spread the news of his defeat of the Yellow Turban Army in Linqiu County, this matter was originally presided over by Cao Cao himself.
He believed that the main force of the Yellow Turban Thieves far away in Shouzhang County must also have obtained this information.
Put yourself in their shoes.
Cao Cao asked himself that he would never dare to offend easily.
"Snapped!"
A crisp slapping sound.
Everyone suddenly woke up from their various thoughts. When they turned around to look, they saw that Cao Cao had made up his mind.
Raise your right hand high.
Then he swung down sharply.
"Although there is a bit of gambling involved, there is no such thing as a 100% success in a military battle. If there is more than 80% chance of winning, then the matter is considered certain!"
"Gongda's words are reasonable, and I also conclude that the Yellow Turban thieves dare not go west of Onezawa. Our army must put aside its worries about this matter, rush to Changyi County with all its strength, and only prepare for full-scale war on the eastern front!"
As soon as this statement came out.
Everyone stood up one after another.
He bowed to Cao Cao one after another.
"I will obey the Lord's order!"
…
After dispelling the last doubt.
After determining the next course of action and formulating a basic program plan.
Cao Cao announced the dissolution of the meeting.
He ordered his generals to prepare as quickly as possible and lead his troops to Changyi County within three days without any delay.
At the same time, Chen Gong and other counselors were asked to immediately draft documents according to the previously formulated plan, contact all parties, and ask them to send troops to help.
certainly.
besides.
Cao Cao also used an additional trick.
Immediately use manpower to convey a message to several counties north of Shanyang County.
That is Huben Zhonglang General Cao Ang, who is currently leading an army to guard Linqiu County in the north of Jiyin County. He is determined to guard the north gate of the county and prevent the ant thieves from having the slightest chance of invading.
It’s the same as when we first promoted our achievements.
Cao Cao's request is that at the very least the Yellow Turban thieves should get this news and convince them that there are many dangers and difficulties in the north of Jiyin County.
This is how to stop the enemy.
This is an insurance policy that Cao Cao still thought of after mustering up his confidence.
…
With intensive preparations.
The entire Dingtao County was buzzing and busy day and night. After three days of preparing for war, the army was ready.
The army immediately set off.
Except for Xun Yu who was left as the logistics director, responsible for stabilizing the entire rear area and taking charge of the military and political affairs of the rear area, almost everyone else set out together.
Even Cao Chun's cavalry was included.
After all, in the previous battle, the cavalry burst out with extremely dazzling light. Cao Cao also wondered whether the cavalry could surprise everyone again in this battle?
Therefore, the total number is about 20,000 troops.
Go to Changyi County in a mighty manner.
It is a turning point that determines the lifeline of the entire Yanzhou and the fate of the entire Cao family.
The curtain slowly opened.
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