Yang Ling did not lead his troops back, but temporarily stationed himself outside the city of Guangping and buried the corpses of the people in the city.
He had just stayed here for a few days when Cao Pi hurried over from Jixian.
"General Wu Guan Zhonglang, didn't we agree that we should return to Xudu? Why do you stay here?"
In the Chinese army camp, Cao Pi looked at Yang Ling impatiently.
"The Wuhuan people plundered Yuyang County a few days ago and massacred the people in Guangping City. How can we just go back?"
Yang Ling asked rhetorically.
"Barbarians such as Wuhuan and Xianbei are naturally barbaric. They plunder our Han territory from time to time. There is no need to take it to heart."
Cao Pi said disapprovingly.
During this northern expedition to Youzhou, he couldn't wait to go back and receive the honor.
"What did the prince say?"
Yang Ling's face darkened and he stared at Cao Pi.
Cao Pi felt a huge force pressing down on him, making his breathing become rapid.
"I...am I wrong?"
"These people are all my Han people. As court officials, if you and I let it go, how can we live up to the high hopes and expectations of the Emperor, Wei Gong and the people?!"
Yang Ling shouted sharply.
Zhao Yun, Xian Yufu, Tian Yu and others on the side all showed expressions of deep understanding, and the looks they looked at Cao Pi were also full of weirdness.
Being scolded like this in front of everyone, Cao Pi's face turned green and white.
But he didn't dare to refute, so he could only force a smile and say,
"What General Wu-Fan Zhonglang said is absolutely true, but I don't know what General Wu-Fan Zhonglang plans to do?"
"I have sent someone to report to the Prime Minister that I plan to use troops against Wuhuan in the next few days."
Yang Ling said calmly.
When Cao Pi heard this, he suddenly became angry.
You must know that Yang Ling has the final say in the army now. If Yang Ling doesn't go back, then he won't be able to return to Xudu.
"Well, General Wu Guan Zhonglang will be responsible for the crusade against Wuhuan. I will sit in Jixian and wait for the news of your triumphant return!"
Cao Pi put down these words and left with Sima Yi and Zhen Yao.
After leaving the Chinese army camp, Cao Pi couldn't help but cursed,
"This Yang Ling really takes himself seriously!"
"Your Majesty, there is no need to be angry. Yang Ling is probably going to be defeated this time!"
Sima Yi smiled and stepped forward to comfort Cao Pi.
"Why did Zhongda say this?"
Cao Pi looked at Sima Yi in surprise.
You must know that not long ago, Yang Ling defeated the coalition forces of Yuan Xi and the Wuhuan people, killing tens of thousands of enemies, and took advantage of the situation to regain Youzhou.
"Your Majesty, please listen to me slowly."
Sima Yi, Cao Pi and Zhen Yao walked to a remote place, looked around and saw no one around, then smiled and said,
"The last time Yang Ling was able to defeat the Wuhuan people, it was just because of the powerful artillery that caught the Wuhuan people by surprise."
"This time the Wuhuan people are on guard, Yang Ling won't be able to succeed so easily."
"Besides, Your Majesty, please don't forget that the Wuhuan cavalry comes and goes like the wind. Their royal court is far away in Liucheng. The journey is long and supplies are difficult."
"If Yang Ling really wants to attack the Wuhuan people, of course he will be defeated!"
"The prince has just drawn a clear line with Yang Ling, which can be said to be extremely shrewd."
"If Yang Ling is defeated in the future and is held accountable, it will naturally have nothing to do with the crown prince."
After listening to Sima Yi's words, Cao Pi turned from anger to joy.
"What Zhongda said is very reasonable! When Yang Ling is defeated, he will definitely regret not listening to my opinion!"
"The main thing is that the prince is wise!"
Sima Yi smiled.
…
Chinese army camp.
"Does the military advisor really want to conquer the Wuhuan people?"
Gao Rou on the side hesitated and said slowly,
"Yuan Xi has no soldiers and horses and has become a bandit. The barbarians are greedy and barbaric. There is really no need to take it to heart."
"The tragic death of the people in Guangping City is indeed sad and infuriating."
"But it is very difficult to attack the Wuhuan people. We might as well order people to be prepared to prevent similar tragedies from happening again."
Generals such as Cao Zhen and Cao Xiu nodded with deep understanding.
They were also extremely angry about the killing of Han people by the Wuhuan people.
But in their opinion, the Wuhuan people are just suffering from scabies, a toad that lies on people's feet and does not bite. It is disgusting.
It has been nearly half a year since Xudu set out to conquer Youzhou.
Although it is not hard work, most of the soldiers still want to return to Xudu as soon as possible.
"You can only be a thief for a thousand days, so how can you prevent a thief for a thousand days? If you are slightly negligent, the tragedy of Guangping City will happen again!"
"Can you bear to see such a tragedy happen again?"
"Besides, don't forget that the Wuhuan people are taking revenge on us!"
"We should retaliate with tooth for tooth, blood for blood, and let the Wuhuan people know that the majesty of the Han Dynasty is inviolable!"
Yang Ling said in a deep voice!
When he said this, everyone naturally had no objections and all handed over.
"We all obey the orders of the military advisor!"
…
A few days later, Cao Cao's letter also arrived. He only had a few words in the letter:
"Everything is decided by Ziyi!"
With Cao Cao's order, the army naturally had no objections and began to make intensive preparations.
But to everyone's surprise, Yang Ling did not take action immediately, but continued to station outside Guangping City.
It was noon that day, and Zhao Yun, Gan Ning and others, who had always been good friends, gathered together to have a meal.
"What do you think the military advisor is thinking?"
Gan Ning complained while grabbing his rice,
"Wei Gong's orders have arrived, why are we still here?"
"Brother should have his own considerations."
Zhao Yun smiled.
"Xingba is so curious, why don't you take the initiative to find the military advisor and ask for clarification?"
Ma Chao encouraged.
"I……"
Gan Ning looked hesitant.
"Why, don't you dare to go?"
Ma Chao used the provocation method.
"If there's anything you don't dare to do, I'll go find him and ask him for it!"
Gan Ning, who was simple-minded, was indeed fooled. He left his job and walked towards Yang Ling's tent.
"Military advisor, General Gan Ning would like to see you!"
Gan Ning shouted loudly through the camp curtain.
"come in!"
After hearing Yang Ling's voice, Gan Ning strode in.
There were only two people in the tent, Yang Ling and his personal secretary Guo Zhao.
Seeing Gan Ning walk in, Yang Ling glanced at him.
"What's wrong with Xingba?"
Gan Ning changed his frivolous attitude in front of Ma Chao and said with a flattering smile,
"Military advisor, we have been in Guangping City for almost half a month. Didn't we agree to attack Wuhuan and avenge the people of Guangping? Why haven't we set off yet?"
"Why does it sound like you are dissatisfied with my order?"
Yang Ling said with a faint smile.
"No, no, no, the military advisor misunderstood!"
Gan Ning quickly waved his hand,
"It's just that the general is waiting anxiously and wants to fight with the Wuhuan people immediately to let them know how powerful the military advisor is!"
"You kid, you are really getting better and better at flattering me now!"
Yang Ling smiled and cursed, then said,
"Don't worry, you will fight the battle. But this time you attack Wuhuan, you must be careful!"
