At this time, Lu Bu finally knew that he had found a treasure. The Xu Shu in front of him was definitely not an ordinary person.
In terms of overall planning, it is absolutely amazing!
Lu Bu finally realized what he was missing now?
direction!
Although these two words are a bit general, if you think about it carefully, it is the fact.
All along, Lu Bu has been fighting without stopping, but has no direction. His only belief is to defeat the enemy.
As for how to develop in the future, Lu Bu really didn't think about it.
Things are like a mess right now. There is Liu Xuande of Xuzhou in the south and Cao Mengde of Yanzhou in the north. How to develop in the future gives Lu Bu a headache.
But now after listening to Xu Shu's words, Lu Bu suddenly felt that the front was suddenly clear.
Capture Dingtao, capture Juye, control the southeast of Yanzhou, and then fight against Cao Mengde in the northwest of Yanzhou.
It seems that the ideas are clear, the goals are clear, and everyone can concentrate on developing in this direction.
Thinking of this, Lu Bu looked up to the sky and laughed, "Mr. Xu, you said it well!"
At this point, Lu Bu's tone paused, and then, without waiting for anyone to answer his words, he continued.
"Mr. Xu, I accept my fate now. From now on, you will be the military advisor of our army and participate in the formulation of plans. Are you willing?"
Hearing this, Xu Shu was overjoyed and hurriedly handed over his hands, "Thank you Marquis Wen."
Lu Bu looked up to the sky and laughed, "Send the order, prepare the whole army, and set off for Dingtao as soon as possible."
Having said this, Lu Bu punched the table and gritted his teeth and said, "Cao Mengde, I am back again. This time we will have a showdown."
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Xiapi City.
Although Liu Bei is still sitting in a high position and his face is still full of smiles, no one knows that his heart is always hanging.
A foolproof plan!
I originally thought that with this plan, I could defeat Yuan Shu's troops in Huainan in one fell swoop, but I never thought that it would end up like this.
Xuzhou's troops participating in the battle this time included the 30,000 elite troops brought by Zhang Fei, plus the 5,000 troops and horses that Guan Yu took with him when he left the city, for a total of 35,000 Xuzhou soldiers.
After a night of fighting, only 12,000 people escaped back to the city despite the originally foolproof plan.
More than 20,000 troops and horses were lost like this!
Xuzhou's total military strength is now less than 20,000, and its strength has been greatly reduced. Liu Bei, who has always been full of confidence, is now a little panicked.
What's more, we are facing the world-famous Huainan Yuan Shu at this moment. The outcome of this battle can be guessed even before the last moment.
Sun Qian came forward with a face full of shame, raised his hands and said, "Liu Shijun, I am very responsible for this defeat. Please be punished. I will never complain."
Liu Bei frowned slightly and shook his head, "Mr. Gongyou, I don't blame you. I just blame the Huainan soldiers and horses for being too cunning and seeing through our plan."
Jian Yong stepped forward and said, "Liu Shijun, although our army suffered heavy losses this time, Yuan Shu's troops in Huainan also suffered a lot. If he wants to continue to attack the city, I am afraid that the remaining troops are not enough. It should be possible." Lift the siege of Pi City."
Mi Zhu nodded, "Xianhe is right. The other soldiers will also suffer heavy losses. It may not be that easy to continue the siege."
Sun Qian sighed, "Although the Huainan soldiers and horses suffered heavy losses this time, they have gained the upper hand now. It may be impossible to retreat."
At this point, Sun Qian's tone paused, and then, without waiting for anyone to answer his words, he continued.
"Since the Huainan soldiers and horses outside the city will not retreat, then it is very likely that they will send someone for reinforcements."
When everyone present heard these words, their expressions changed and their brows furrowed, and then they suddenly remembered the true strength of Huainan Yuan Shu.
Huainan Yuan Shu is so powerful that even if all the 50,000 soldiers and horses outside the city are lost, I am afraid he will not frown. This is the real strength of having the fourth and third public family.
When Zhang Fei saw that no one was talking, he immediately stood up and said loudly, "What are you afraid of? If they dare to come again, we will beat them back."
Liu Bei did not answer his words, but turned to look at Sun Qian and asked tentatively, "Mr. Gongyou, do you think Yuan Shu from Huainan will send reinforcements?"
Sun Qian hesitated for a moment, then nodded, "I think it will definitely happen."
Jian Yong, who was standing aside, sighed, "As I said just now, the Huainan soldiers and horses have the upper hand. No matter what, Huainan Yuan Shu cannot let go of this opportunity."
Sun Qian nodded and said with a wry smile, "Huainan Yuan Shu has been thinking about Xuzhou for a long time. How could he let go when he has the opportunity this time? So there is a high chance that Huainan Yuan Shu will send more troops this time. Come and attack Xuzhou."
"A lot of soldiers and horses?"
Mi Zhu was startled, "Mr. Gongyou, are you saying that Yuan Shu from Huainan will send more troops to attack Xuzhou?"
Sun Qian nodded without hesitation, "Yes, Huainan Yuan Shu's strength is definitely not comparable to ours. He only has tens of thousands of soldiers and horses, which is nothing to mention."
Mi Zhu sighed, "If Yuan Shu from Huainan really sends more troops and our army is seriously damaged, I'm afraid it will be really dangerous."
When Liu Bei heard what everyone said, cold sweat suddenly broke out on his forehead, "In that case, do you have any good suggestions?"
Mi Zhu frowned, "Liu Shijun, our army is weak now, why not send someone to Huainan to make peace and get a chance to breathe?"
As soon as he finished speaking, before Liu Bei could answer, Jian Yong had already waved his hand and said with a wry smile, "Absolutely not. Yuan Shu of Huainan has coveted Xuzhou for a long time. How could he let go of this opportunity? It's better to find a way to resist it. This is the only way." method."
Hearing this, Mi Zhu smiled bitterly and spread his hands, "Mr. Xianhe, the matter has come to this. Apart from making peace, is there any other good way that we can think of?"
Jian Yong thought for a moment and said slowly, "Our army has suffered a lot now. The top priority is to recruit troops. As long as we have enough strength, we can defend the city even if Yuan Shu of Huainan sends reinforcements."
Sun Qian nodded, "That's fine. Although Yuan Shu's troops in Huainan are many, they have come from a long distance after all, and the food will definitely not be as good as ours. As long as we can persist in defending the city, there will definitely be a turn for the better."
When Liu Bei heard what everyone said, he hesitated and nodded, "In that case, everyone can take action and recruit troops throughout the city."
After hearing this, Mi Zhu hurriedly raised his hands and said, "Mr. Liu, there are also soldiers and horses from Huainan. Food cannot be transported from outside. I think we should collect more food in the city so that we can hold on longer."
"Raising food?"
Liu Bei looked at Mi Zhu in confusion, frowned and asked, "What do you mean by this?"
Mi Zhu cupped his hands and said, "Shijun Liu, I think that all the food in the city should be collected together and then distributed per head.
If the soldiers guarding the city eat more and the ordinary people maintain food and clothing, they will definitely be able to last longer. "
After hearing this, Sun Qian hurriedly waved his hand, "Liu Shijun, you must not do this. Once this happens, people will be panicked and it will be detrimental to the defense of the city."
Mi Zhu sighed with a wry smile, "Mr. Gongyou, this is also a helpless move. If Yuan Shu from Huainan really sends reinforcements, I'm afraid the siege will last for who knows how long. The people in the city are short of food, but if the soldiers guarding the city are short of food, It’s usable, the consequences would be disastrous!”
When Liu Bei heard what the two said, his brows furrowed even more.
Although he didn't want to, he had to admit that what Mi Zhu said still made sense.
Although Huainan soldiers and horses are not besieging the city now, it is almost impossible to transport food from outside.
Since there is no food coming from outside, we can only think of food within the city.
However, Liu Bei knew better that if this method was really adopted, the people in the city would definitely be dissatisfied, and the reputation he had finally accumulated might be damaged.
Jian Yong looked at Liu Bei's tightly furrowed brows and knew what he was thinking. He stepped forward and said, "Liu Shijun, why don't you wait a little longer. If the Huainan soldiers and horses retreat, the food will naturally be transported from outside, and we can also No need to do anything unnecessary.
But if Yuan Shu from Huainan really sends reinforcements and wants to capture Xuzhou, then we can explain the situation to the people and then raise food. I believe everyone can understand Liu Shijun's difficulties. "
Hearing these words, Liu Bei nodded, "Xianhe, you are right, we will discuss this matter later. Let's take a look at the situation of the Huainan soldiers and horses outside before making a decision."
Mi Zhu asked tentatively, "Liu Shijun, can we postpone the food matter, but how should we proceed with the conscription?"
Recruiting soldiers and raising food are not the same thing!
Raise food. As long as the food is available, it can be eaten at any time.
But recruiting soldiers is different, because if you want a common person to become a soldier, you must go through a long period of training before you are barely competent.
If we don't recruit in advance, if Huainan really sends a large number of reinforcements, it may be too late to recruit.
Liu Bei hesitated in his heart for a moment, and finally nodded, "There is no need to delay the matter of troop sources. We must start as soon as possible."
After hearing this, everyone raised their hands and said, "I obey."
Liu Bei looked at the immediate backs of everyone, and a cold light suddenly flashed in his eyes.
Little Lu Bu, you have caused me so much pain this time. I must avenge this!
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Huainan military camp.
Zhang Xun frowned and looked at the people in front of him, and asked slowly, "How many enemies were eliminated this time?"
Lei Book stepped forward and cupped his hands and said, "About 20,000 people."
Zhang Xun nodded, "How much did our army lose?"
Lei Book smiled bitterly and said, "Although the Xuzhou Army was surrounded, it was in such a hurry that our army also lost more than 10,000 people."
Snapped!
Zhang Xun slapped his palm on the table and roared angrily, "It's so hateful!"
Chen Lan frowned, stepped forward and said, "General Zhang, our army has 50,000 soldiers and horses, leaving 5,000 Pengcheng. Now we have lost more than 10,000 soldiers and horses, and now there are only 30,000 soldiers and horses left. If you want To attack the city, our strength is a little weak."
Li Feng nodded, "After last night's battle, Xuzhou soldiers may still have more than 20,000 soldiers left. It may be impossible for our army to attack the city with the remaining 30,000 soldiers."
Zhang Xun naturally knew the situation in the army and nodded, "Do you have any suggestions?"
Chen Lan cupped his hands and said, "Now that Liu Xuande is trapped in the city, why don't we send troops back to ask for help. Once the lord knows the situation here, he will definitely be happy to send troops to completely eliminate Xuzhou Liu Xuande."
Hearing this, Zhang Xun nodded, "That's fine, then please ask the lord to send more reinforcements and try to completely eliminate Liu Xuande this time."
Lei Book raised his hand and asked, "General Zhang, are we going to launch an siege tomorrow?"
Zhang Xun pondered for a moment, then waved his hand, "No need, let everyone rest for now, the lord's reinforcements are coming."
At this point, Zhang Xun's tone paused, and then, without waiting for anyone to answer his words, he continued.
"In addition, we sent out spies to investigate around the city. Don't let any goods enter the city."
After hearing this, Lei Book laughed loudly, "As long as we surround the city and see how much food Liu Xuande can eat, haha!"
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Shouchun.
"My lord, I'm so happy!"
Yang Hong laughed and said, "General Zhang not only captured Pengcheng, but also surrounded Liu Xuande in the city. Xuzhou can easily take it. What a great joy!"
Upon hearing the news, Yuan Shu's eyes suddenly lit up, "That's great. Zhang Xun has made a great contribution this time, and he will definitely be rewarded heavily when he comes back."
Yang Hong raised his hand and said, "My lord, General Zhang has suffered some serious losses after many battles, so he wants to ask for reinforcements so that my lord can capture Xuzhou in one fell swoop."
Yuan Shu nodded and shouted, "Where is Ji Ling?"
Ji Ling hurriedly stepped forward and held his hands, "My lord, I will be here at the end."
Yuan Shu said slowly, "Ji Ling, this time I ask you to bring 50,000 troops to support Zhang Xun. You must be fast and you must capture Xuzhou as soon as possible. You will be rewarded heavily when the time comes."
Ji Lingtong was overjoyed and hurriedly handed over his hand, "Thank you, Lord."
Now that Zhang Xun has surrounded Xiapi City, if he goes forward at this moment, it will be a waste of his efforts. Of course, Ji Ling is extremely happy.
After Ji Ling withdrew, he immediately went to the military camp to reorganize his troops and rushed to Xuzhou.
Such a great contribution cannot be given to Zhang Xun alone.
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Xiapi City.
"What?"
Even though Liu Bei had always been calm, after hearing the news, his face changed color in shock.
"You said Huainan sent troops and horses to support?"
Mi Zhu hurriedly stepped forward and asked, "How many troops are coming to support?"
"The number of people is about 50,000. They are led by Huainan General Ji Ling. They have arrived in Pengcheng and will arrive in a short time."
Zhang Fei was the first to react and immediately said loudly, "Brother, since Huainan soldiers and horses dare to come, let me lead a team of soldiers and horses to fight them back, so as to save big brother from being upset."
Mi Zhu shook her head hurriedly, "General Zhang, our army's strength is not large to begin with. If we lose again, I'm afraid there will not be enough people to defend the city, which will be bad."
Sun Qian nodded, "Now that the enemy is strong and we are weak, we must not go out of the city to fight. We can only hold on to the city and use the defense of the city wall to consume the enemy's troops in order to have a chance of survival."
Mi Zhu frowned and said, "On the one hand, holding on to the city is important. On the other hand, the recruitment of soldiers must be carried out as soon as possible."
At this point, Mi Zhu paused and turned to Liu Beigong's hand, "Liu Shijun, the situation is urgent now and the food issue must be resolved as soon as possible. Don't hesitate, otherwise it will be too late."
