At this moment, suddenly there was a rushing sound from outside,
"Report to the General, there is a battle report coming from Huainan!"
As soon as these words came out, everyone in the hall was startled.
Cao Cao jumped up, walked quickly to the door, and took the letter from the soldier responsible for delivering the message.
After he finished reading it, he was stunned and his whole body stood there.
Seeing this situation, everyone in the hall had a common thought. Could it be that Yang Ling and Cao Ang were defeated?
Otherwise, why would the Lord have such an expression?
Liu Ye looked at Jia Xu with some demonstration, showing a disapproving sneer.
Jia Xu frowned slightly.
It shouldn't be. With Yang Ling's ability, how could he lose?
Xun Yu, Guo Jia, and Xi Zhicai also had the same doubts in their minds.
Seeing that Cao Cao was silent for a long time, Xun Yu couldn't help but take a step forward.
"My lord, what happened in Huainan?"
Only then did Cao Cao come to his senses, and the surprised expression on his face was quickly replaced by joy.
"Haha, you don't know, Mr. Yang and Zixiu achieved great victory in Huainan!"
What, Yang Ling and the others actually achieved a great victory?
The smile on Liu Ye's face suddenly froze!
Xun Yu, Guo Jia, Jia Xu and others breathed a sigh of relief.
That's right. Yuan Shu and those people are such rotten fishes. How could they be Yang Ling's opponents?
"My lord, since the military advisor and Master Zixiu have achieved a great victory, why did you look like that just now?"
Cheng Yu couldn't help but ask.
"Because the results they achieved... are so brilliant!"
Even though Cao Cao was used to seeing big winds and waves, he couldn't help but sigh.
Everyone became more and more curious after hearing this, and Cao Cao handed them the battle report in his hand.
After reading it in turn, everyone was shocked.
Less than a month after the expedition, Yang Ling killed Yuan Shu?
Shouchun City, which had been managed by Yuan Shu for several years and was extremely strong, was captured in one day?
Especially Lu Bu, who was known for his bravery, was killed by Yang Ling without even persisting for a single round.
This Yang Ling is simply a monster!
No wonder Cao Cao was so shocked. Everyone was speechless and looked very strange after seeing this.
"This battle not only pacified Huainan, but also proved Yang Ling's ability. It can be said to be a double blessing. Congratulations, my lord!"
Guo Jia said with a smile.
Cao Cao smiled slightly and said nothing, feeling even more pleased in his heart.
When he overcame all objections and asked Yang Ling to serve as military advisor, many people opposed it.
He is naturally aware of the private discussions and dissatisfaction of Liu Ye and others.
Now that Yangling has achieved a great victory, let's see what else you have to say.
"When you and Master Yang come back, I will reward them well."
Xun Yu suggested.
"That's natural!"
Cao Cao made up his mind to hold a wedding for Yang Ling and Cao Qing as soon as he came back.
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Although Shouchun City has been captured, Yuan Shu burned himself to death in the tomb.
But the war was not completely over.
After all, Yuan Shu's other forces are still entrenched in other areas of Huainan.
Fortunately, Zhang Xun and Ji Ling surrendered. With their connections, Yang Ling also sent people around to persuade them to surrender.
In less than half a month, most of Huainan was gradually occupied by Cao's army.
Huainan.
Outside Chengde County.
Yang Ling was in the military camp, listening to the news from the messenger,
"...Young Master has occupied Yicheng, Zhongli and other county towns northeast of Shouchun, while General Zhang Xiu went south to conquer Yinling, Dongcheng and other cities..."
"I know, you go down first."
Yang Ling waved his hand.
After waiting for the messenger to leave, Ji Ling on the side smiled flatteringly and said,
"There is really no need for the military advisor to go there in person this time. It's just a city of Hefei. We will definitely capture it if we go there."
Yang Ling smiled and said lightly,
"The location of Hefei City is important, so I still need to go there in person."
Hefei controls the throat of the Yangtze River and Huaihe River, and is actually a strategic location for military strategists.
During the Three Kingdoms period, ten wars broke out between Wei and Wu around Hefei!
As long as Hefei is occupied, it will not only cut off the Sun family's desire to go south, but also prepare for the later attack on Jiangdong.
Because the place was so dangerous, Yang Ling personally led a team of people to Hefei.
Speaking of the Sun family, Yang Ling's heart moved and he said to Zhao Yun who was standing aside,
"Find out the information about Sun Ce's movements."
Zhao Yun immediately flipped through the official documents, and in a short time, he sorted out a pile of information about Jiangdong.
After Yang Ling took the first step to take the imperial seal, Sun Jian avoided being killed by thousands of arrows.
He couldn't stand Yuan Shu's arrogance and lust, so he used the excuse to attack Liu Yao, the governor of Yangzhou at the time, and took his troops away with him.
After a year of hard fighting, Sun Jian successfully defeated Liu Yao and took Wu County as his own.
However, at this time, he suddenly became seriously ill and eventually died of illness.
After his son Sun Ce succeeded to his throne, he showed great ability.
Not only did he keep Wu County in good order, he also went south to attack Kuaiji County.
Not long ago, taking advantage of Yuan Shu's decline, Sun Ce led his army westward and occupied Yuzhang and Danyang counties.
After reading all the information, Yang Ling couldn't help but nodded slightly.
It is true that a tiger father has no dog son.
This Sun Ce is as outstanding as recorded in history.
In this case, he should also know the importance of Hefei.
I can't delay any longer.
Thinking of this, Yang Ling rushed to Zhao Yun and said,
"Zilong, order the soldiers to break camp and rush to Hefei City immediately!"
Ji Ling was surprised when he heard this.
"Military advisor, it's getting dark and we have just set up camp..."
"Are you questioning my decision?"
Yang Ling glared at him.
"The general will not dare!"
Ji Ling was startled and quickly bowed his hands.
Following Yang Ling's order, Cao Jun, who had just set up camp, immediately took action and marched towards Hefei in the dark.
Finally, after daybreak, they finally arrived outside Hefei.
Yang Ling breathed a sigh of relief when he saw the flag with the word "Yuan" still hanging on the city wall.
He turned to look at the soldiers who were a little tired but had no complaints, and said with a smile,
"You should hurry up and have a good rest after entering Hefei City!"
He paused, then looked at Zhang Liao aside,
"How do you feel, General Wenyuan?"
Zhang Liao was not an immutable person. Yang Ling treated him with courtesy, and Gao Shun always persuaded him with kind words, so he finally chose to surrender.
On this trip to Hefei, Yang Ling specially brought him with him for a simple purpose.
After all, Hefei can be regarded as half of Zhang Liao's home court!
If something really happens, let him take care of it.
"You are full of energy and can still fight the enemy for another 800 rounds!"
Zhang Liao said in a deep voice.
"That's good!"
Yang Ling laughed and nodded.
The person responsible for guarding Hefei City is Ji Ling's old subordinate.
This is why Yang Ling brought him here.
