The next morning.
Located to the north of Nangong County, in the large meeting tent used for negotiations, the four forces gathered again.
That's right.
The grand battle, which was huge in scale and involved a total of more than 100,000 troops from both sides, lasted for only one day and came to an end.
The reason why the four forces made such a tacit decision was entirely because the main forces on both sides of the offense and defense, namely Gongsun Zan and Cao Ang, decided to stop fighting at the same time.
Gongsun Zan naturally does not need to say anything.
His core tactic is lightning assault.
Before Cao Cao led his army to the north for support and before Yuan Shao and other parties could react, Cao Ang was directly defeated, thus completely establishing the chance of victory in this battle.
But now that Cao Ang has defeated the Youzhou cavalry and disrupted Gongsun Zan's lightning offensive in one fell swoop, his overall plan has also been declared bankrupt.
That being the case.
What else to fight?
Sit down honestly first, have a chat at the negotiation table, and then decide on the follow-up.
As for Cao Ang.
He just wanted to watch Gongsun Zan and Yuan Shao fight each other, and didn't want to go out and beat them personally.
It is based on the above considerations.
Today, after Han Fu once again extended invitations to all parties as Jizhou Mu, even as arrogant as Gongsun Zan, he chose to attend the appointment silently.
…
Outside the camp at the moment.
Gongsun Zan and Yuan Shao have not yet arrived.
Cao Ang and Han Fu took advantage of this gap to quietly discuss some details.
"Zixiu, I will follow what you told me before. It's just Gongsun Bogui and Yuan Benchu. Will they accept this proposal?"
Cao Ang looked at the periphery of the temporary camp and replied with certainty in his tone.
"Gongsun Zan is now riding a tiger and is unable to dismount. He wants to continue fighting, but is worried that he will not win. But if he gives up, he will not be willing to do so."
"So our plan may not be a good choice for Gongsun Bogui."
"As for Yuan Benchu..."
When Yuan Shao was mentioned, Cao Ang paused for a moment.
He rubbed his chin twice with his right hand.
Then he smiled and said: "He probably wanted to take down Gongsun Zan in one go. But if he relies on his own strength now, let alone taking down Gongsun Zan, it would be considered good if he is not overwhelmed by the Youzhou cavalry."
"Besides, as long as he is not carried away by yesterday's victory, he should understand clearly."
"Even if we join forces and continue to wage war against Gongsun Zan, we still won't be able to get a deal."
"After all, I was able to defeat the Youzhou cavalry because they took the initiative to charge me. If I turned around and attacked Gongsun's army, it would be difficult to find an effective way to contain the cavalry."
"So Yuan Shao will agree!"
…
I heard Cao Ang's analysis.
Han Fu felt a little confident.
Just after nodding one after another, Han Fu suddenly remembered something, and an apologetic look suddenly appeared on his face.
He turned around, bowed to Cao Ang, and then said with embarrassment and shame.
"Zixiu, I'm ashamed to say it. You and I made an agreement before that when we go to war with Gongsun's army, I will send my troops to support you."
"It's just that when the two armies were fighting yesterday, Gongsun Zan mobilized thousands of elite soldiers and used a crazy and desperate posture to block our army's path with incomparable ferocity."
"Although the number of soldiers and horses under my command far exceeds those sent by Gongsun Zan, I am really powerless against his strategy of filling it with human lives at all costs and hindering me!"
"So yesterday until the end of the war, I was unable to deploy troops and horses. I feel really ashamed!"
Han Fu meant what he said sincerely.
However, Cao Ang knew that the old boy's words also contained some cover-ups and embellishments.
The reason why Han Fu didn't come to support him.
It was not because Gongsun Jun was crazy and desperate.
It was purely because the combat effectiveness of Han Fu's army was so good that more than 10,000 people were eaten to death by Gongsun Zan's 5,000 people.
Gongsun's army didn't fight seriously at all, and Han Fu was already entangled and unable to escape.
The reason why I say this now is just to save some face.
Cao Ang knew this well.
But he didn't expose it.
After all, Han Fu and Yuan Shao have different natures. Yuan Shao chose to betray himself when he had a choice, and had bad intentions, so he needed to be punished.
And Han Fu is really not strong enough.
As long as he can get his hands on it, the old boy Han Wenjie will never sit idly by.
Therefore, facing Han Fu's shame, Cao Ang just smiled and waved his hand and said nonchalantly.
"Uncle, I am exaggerating. The battlefield is changing rapidly. Who can control the overall situation?"
"Before we formulated the strategy, we did not expect that Gongsun Zan would be so fierce and courageous, so it is natural that variables outside of the plan would appear."
Hear this.
Han Fu felt relieved immediately.
It would be best if Cao Ang didn't blame him.
Just when he was about to say something, he saw Gongsun Zan and Yuan Shao approaching from a distance, dozens of steps apart.
…
It's a bit strange to say.
Let’s talk about Gongsun Zan and Yuan Shao.
It is clear that they have reached a stage where reconciliation between them is absolutely impossible. Treating each other as enemies is the biggest stumbling block on the road to success.
But every time they came to the tent for a meeting, Gongsun Zan and Yuan Shao always arrived in front of and behind them, which made people wonder if the brainwaves of these two guys were similar.
But now in front of the camp.
The two just met.
They all snorted in unison, and then turned their heads to the side.
Just a moment later.
Yuan Shao was the first to react and decisively fired at Gongsun Zan.
"Why does General Gongsun have time to come here today? I heard that you have white horse followers under your command. Their number is fixed at three thousand. Whenever there is a reduction in numbers, they need to be replenished, no matter how many, until the number is up to three thousand."
"Logically speaking, General Gongsun should be in the garrison at the moment, selecting a new white horse follower. Why did he come here in the midst of his busy schedule?"
Speaking of which.
Yuan Shao pretended to slap his forehead.
Put on a look of realization.
"Yuan understands!"
"I think it's because Baima Yi has suffered too many losses since then. After all, it's not easy to fill the vacancies of one or two thousand people in a short while!"
"After all, we have to take it slow!"
"If it really doesn't work, you can let General Yan Gangyan do this!"
…
Yuan Shao's taunting skills are simply full.
The words were simply sharper than the sword, and they stabbed at the wounds on Gongsun Zan's body, almost making Gongsun Zan so angry that he vomited blood.
In the battle yesterday.
Gongsun Zan's biggest loss was the loss of thousands of cavalry, including half of the white horse followers.
The other is that General Yan Gang was shot to death by an arrow. This was his number one general, and his body is still stored in the military camp.
Both of the above made Gongsun Zan extremely angry and heartbroken.
As a result, every word of Yuan Shao's words mentioned these two.
It's like the wound here hasn't healed yet, and it was opened directly by Yuan Shao, and it was stabbed with a sharp instrument, and the blood dripped.
How could it not make him furious?
He really wanted to have a full martial arts show with Yuan Shao immediately, and have a fist-to-hand hand-to-hand fight with this so-called noble son.
If we don’t beat him half to death, none of us will be named Gongsun!
…
"Hiss...hoo!"
After all, I could only think about beating up Yuan Shao, so after taking a deep breath.
Gongsun Zan forced himself to calm down.
Then he responded with the same words: "No matter how many losses my White Horse Yicong has, it has nothing to do with you. You don't think that your army contributed much in yesterday's battle, do you?"
"Cao Zixiu is a young hero. He is like a god in using troops. He defeats many with less and defeats cavalry with foot. He was able to defeat me and return home. I am convinced of this."
"As for you, Yuan Benchu, you are just a incompetent and courageous rat. Do you still remember the scene in Lecheng County when you were chased and beaten by me all the way?"
No matter what Yuan Shaozuo thinks.
He only said that Cao Ang was watching the show quietly and happily watching the two sides scolding each other.
Suddenly he was stunned by Gongsun Zan's words.
Why is this old boy praising me for no reason? Could it be that it was because of yesterday's battle that Gongsun Zan was convinced of him?
Cao Ang didn't think so.
After all, it stands to reason that he is Gongsun Zan's number one enemy, and the real culprit for the death of his generals and the loss of his cavalry.
Unless Gongsun Zan's mind is as deep as the ocean, he will never be convinced by himself.
But is Gongsun Zan a broad-minded person?
Think of this.
Cao Ang thought about it for a while.
Gongsun Zan blew himself up to the sky and became a peerless talent that is rare in the world and has no equal on earth.
In all likelihood, it was to show everyone that Gongsun Bogui lost to Cao Ang, and it was not a shameful loss.
If you continue to belittle Cao Zixiu under such circumstances, wouldn't it prove that his defeated general is a pure waste?
Tsk!
Think about this.
Cao Ang couldn't help but laugh secretly in his heart.
It is really not easy to make an arrogant guy like Gongsun Zan lower his arrogant head.
You can have more!
…
After Yuan Shao heard that Gongsun Zan settled old scores.
His face couldn't help but darken a bit.
Although he and Cao Ang were allies and belonged to the winning side, it was really embarrassing to talk about it.
Cao Ang beat Gongsun Zan, but he was pinned to the ground and hammered by Gongsun Zan.
If you convert these two sides, does it mean that you are still several levels behind Cao Ang?
When you think about it, it’s ugly.
Unless Yuan Shao can be shameless, he will really not be able to let go for a while.
But he also has a way.
That is to ignore the matter!
"Wow!"
Opening the curtain of the tent, Yuan Shao walked in with one step, pretending that he had not heard Gongsun Zan's words just now, and ignored him.
Wait until everyone files in.
Yuan Shao sat down at the spot chosen during the first negotiation, and then the old god looked at Gongsun Zan from the ground.
"General Gongsun, you lost the battle yesterday completely. Even the fine cavalry you were so proud of were chased and fled all over the place."
"Logically speaking, you are not qualified to participate in negotiations today. I have not deployed troops to pursue your victory, so I have left some room."
"If you are sensible, General Gongsun should take your remaining troops and return to Youzhou immediately instead of staying here and trying to interfere in Jizhou's affairs!"
…
Entering the stage of formal negotiation and confrontation.
Both sides started to get serious.
Facing Yuan Shao's victorious attitude, Gongsun Zan's eyes only flickered for a while.
Then he flicked his sleeves.
His voice was steady and powerful, and he said without any trace of panic: "Although I lost a game yesterday, it was only a small defeat and does not affect the overall situation."
"There are still tens of thousands of elite soldiers and generals under a certain command. They are all capable of conquering and fighting, and they are still capable of fighting!"
"Where do you have the courage to boast that you can drive me back to Youzhou?"
When Yuan Shao heard this, a smile appeared on his face.
He spread his hands and gestured to Cao Ang beside him.
Then he spoke leisurely.
"I admit that you are very powerful. It is indeed a bit difficult for me to do it alone."
"But if Zixiu, Yu Wenjie and I join forces, how should you respond?"
Han Fu was automatically ignored.
Gongsun Zan's eyes turned to Cao Ang, who was sitting quietly aside and watching the show leisurely.
His face was full of fear.
Before yesterday, if Yuan Shao made such a threat, Gongsun Zan would not care at all.
So what if one versus three?
I am not afraid at all!
But today is different from the past.
After experiencing yesterday's fiasco, Gongsun Zan had to face the threat posed by Cao Ang.
It is true that Gongsun Zan could find many excuses to excuse himself for yesterday's failure.
Such as underestimating the enemy's carelessness, or being strict and incompetent, or even taking the initiative to attack away games, these can all be used as reasons.
But what's the point?
If you lose, you lose!
With 20,000 elite cavalry attacking an infantry position with less than 15,000 people, the people who were beaten would be knocked off their backs.
This proves that Cao Ang is the most powerful person!
The most powerful ones are Cao Jun.
So after the offensive and defensive changes, is it difficult for Cao Ang to come up with more effective ways to deal with Gongsun's army?
This.
This is also the fundamental reason why Gongsun Zan has not lost his combat effectiveness, but is still afraid of Cao Ang.
…
After a moment of silence.
Gongsun Zan made a move that no one expected.
He first bowed his hands to Cao Ang, then forced a smile, and then said solemnly.
"General Cao is a young hero. He is a rare talent in the world. If you join forces with Yuan Benchu, I really have no confidence in victory."
"I'm just sorry to speak frankly. I wonder what kind of conditions Yuan Benzhu offered that made you willing to advance and retreat together with him?"
"If you can, you might as well tell me directly. I, Gongsun Zan, can afford the conditions he can afford, and I can even give him more!"
"If Zixiu is willing to abandon his prejudices and join hands with me to advance and retreat together, I am willing to give you a county in the south of Jizhou after the completion of the matter. In the future, Jizhou and Yanzhou will not invade each other, and the Cao family, Gongsun and Sun family will have good relations for generations! "
"I wonder what you think?"
As soon as this statement came out.
Everyone present was immediately stunned.
what's the situation?
Is this still the Gongsun Zan that everyone is familiar with? As arrogant as he is, he would actually offer an olive branch to Cao Ang.
He even made it clear that he was willing to pay a higher price and give more conditions for it.
Cao Ang didn't know what others thought.
Anyway, he feels a little better now.
…
Gongsun Zan was not a person whose eyes reached the top of his head and he looked down on him regardless of his status.
For those who are deeply recognized by him.
Gongsun Bogui was definitely able to make friends with him.
This also proves one point from the side, that is, in Gongsun Zan's heart at this moment, Cao Ang's status has been infinitely elevated.
From being scornfully called a "little kid with a bad mouth" to being called a "young hero" now, the difference in attitudes cannot be measured in words!
General Gongsun, why was he so arrogant before and so respectful later?
And while thinking like this.
Cao Ang also became a little more determined.
That is to continue to push Gongsun Zan and Yuan Shao to maintain a balance of power.
Only when two tigers compete, can I, a spectator who can influence the balance of victory, maximize my interests.
They established each other as mortal enemies. In order to defeat their competitors, Yuan Shao and Gongsun Zan urgently needed their help.
Just like today, this situation is like this!
…
Just as Cao Ang expected.
Yuan Shao was indeed a little panicked now.
A strong sense of crisis surged into my heart.
Gongsun Zan, this reckless man, actually learned to play tricks. Instead of taking the strong attack route of opening and closing, he turned to his mind and used his hoe to dig out the walls.
How great is this?
The agreement between himself and Cao Ang was nothing more than a fragile and loose alliance.
Once someone really outbids him, it will be difficult to ensure that Cao Ang will not defect in battle.
Think about this.
Yuan Shao immediately frowned, looking quite worried, and cast a vague look at Cao Ang.
But at a glance.
But he found that Cao Ang was also looking at him.
After the two looked at each other, Cao Ang nodded to Yuan Shao, which made Yuan Benchu feel a little more relaxed.
I think Cao Zixiu should be a believer.
Now that we've said it, we won't change it easily.
At this moment.
Cao Ang's words came to Yuan Shao's ears.
"Thank you, General Gongsun, for your kindness. It's just that my uncle didn't give me any benefits. I came here just to uphold justice, to mediate, and to properly resolve Jizhou's affairs."
"But since General Gongsun has said so, I think there is no point in further arguing."
"Why don't we listen to what Han Zhoumu has to say?"
…
Under the guidance of Cao Ang's topic.
Everyone finally remembered the Hanfu Korean Festival, which had a very low sense of existence and had been ignored.
All of a sudden.
Three pairs of eyes looked at Han Fu at the same time.
Under the gaze of everyone, Han Fu couldn't help but cough dryly, and then suddenly straightened his back, putting on a spirited look.
Then he cupped his hands to the left and right and said.
"Everyone here is a man of great strength and well-known in the world. You have many soldiers, generals, and plenty of food and grass. You are by no means comparable to ordinary people."
"If you are allowed to continue fighting, Jizhou, which was originally in relatively good condition, will be riddled with holes and turned into ruins!"
"So I have a suggestion. How about we all take a step back. What do you think?"
No one spoke out against it.
Both Yuan Shao and Gongsun Zan fell into quiet thinking.
Seeing such a reaction made Han Fu feel reassured, and he became more and more convinced that what Cao Ang said before was true.
I waited for a while.
Gongsun Zan was the first to ask.
"I wonder how we can take a step back?"
…
Han Fu immediately stood up and pointed to the map that had been hung behind his back.
"I would like to worship General Gongsun as the Prime Minister of Hejian. However, you must immediately withdraw your troops and retreat to the Yixian area. You must not easily start another war!"
Before Gongsun Zan could speak.
Han Fu then bowed his hand to Yuan Shao.
"Prefect Yuan, please also return to Nanpi County, and no more wars are allowed. In exchange, all the cities south of Chengping County in Hejian Kingdom, as well as Guangchuan County in the north of Qinghe Kingdom, shall be under your jurisdiction."
"As for General Cao, I would like to appoint your general Cao Chun as the Prime Minister of Qinghe. With the exception of Guangchuan County, all the cities in the south will be under your jurisdiction."
"What do you think?"
This plan is beneficial to everyone.
Although the northern part of Hejian Kingdom was actually controlled by Gongsun Zan.
But he became the Prime Minister of Hejian and became a member of Jizhou's official system in name. If he wanted to intervene in Jizhou affairs in the future, it would be justifiable.
Yuan Shao actually gained control of about four or five cities in the southern part of Hejian Kingdom and the northern part of Qinghe Kingdom, which can be fully integrated with Bohai County.
It doesn’t hurt no matter how you think about it, right?
Not to mention Cao Ang.
His benefits are the most generous.
Directly swallowing most of the Qinghe Kingdom, in addition to Wei County, another county was added to the territory of power.
He also basically achieved one of his strategic goals of intervening in Jizhou affairs.
As for Han Fu himself.
Then he didn't even pay a penny of the cost.
The Hejian Kingdom and the Qinghe Kingdom themselves were not within his control. Han Fu, the state shepherd, had never reached out to the east.
Just like Wei Jun.
Is there anything wrong with throwing away a piece of territory that does not belong to you and letting others divide it?
…
There was a long silence in the camp.
After a long while.
Gongsun Zan was the first to say: "I think this method is feasible. I am willing to agree to Brother Wenjie's conditions and will lead his troops back to Hejian Kingdom soon."
Gongsun Zan took the lead in taking a stand.
Yuan Shao, who also benefited a lot, would naturally not raise objections.
Although Cao Ang gained the most from this armistice agreement, far more than anyone else.
But because he is in a special position now, he is the one who Han Fu needs to curry favor with, Yuan Shao must win over, and Gongsun Zan strives to reconcile.
So no one commented on it.
Anyway, if Cao Ang can't get it, they won't get it either, so why bother offending Cao Zixiu?
After several parties reached a consensus.
Everyone made a verbal agreement.
Promise to each other that we will never start a war lightly, that we will not invade each other, and that we will be good neighbors and friendly to each other.
As for why it was a verbal agreement rather than imprinted in writing.
That's naturally because everyone present knows very well that this so-called bullshit agreement won't last for a few months.
…
Gongsun Zan and Yuan Shao will eventually continue to fight, especially since their current territories have become increasingly entangled.
Gongsun Zan was just waiting for the negative impact of this defeat to dissipate and regain military morale and morale.
And after returning to the Hejian Kingdom, he tried to find ways to raise more food and grass, and make good use of his newly acquired reputation as the Prime Minister of the Hejian Kingdom.
It's best to find a way to win over Cao Ang. Even if he doesn't turn around, he still has to maintain a neutral attitude.
There were many things to do, so Gongsun Zan was the first to agree to a truce.
As for Yuan Shao’s words.
He hoped to temporarily paralyze Gongsun Zan and make him retreat, and then waited for his strong reinforcements, Cao Mengde, to lead his troops north.
With the combined efforts of all parties, Gongsun Zan was defeated in one fell swoop and the outcome was completely decided!
All I can say is that everyone has their own thoughts.
But a big war is inevitable in the future.
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