Hundreds of thousands of Cao's troops were defeated by Liu Bei and Zhuge Liang, and were forced to surrender Nanyang County.
However, Yang Ling did nothing and forced Liu Bei to retreat. What is this if not a miracle?
"Actually, God is also a human being. It's just that God has done things that humans cannot do, so he became a god!"
Yang Ling showed an enigmatic smile.
Everyone was confused when they heard this, but they secretly thought in their hearts that the military advisor was indeed very human.
…
Although Liu Bei led the army to retreat, Wancheng was already in ruins.
If you want to rebuild, not only will you need to invest a lot of manpower and material resources, but it will also take time.
Wancheng is very close to Xinye, and Liu Bei will definitely not give them this opportunity.
Therefore, after some discussion with everyone, Yang Ling decided to abandon Wancheng and Bowang and retreat directly to Duyang.
He planned to repair and strengthen Duyang as a forward position to resist Liu Bei.
So Cao Jun tidied up for a while and then began to retreat again.
But while retreating, Yang Ling also ordered that all the people in Niyang, Xi'e, Pheasant County and other places around Wancheng be relocated, intending to create a no-man's land with a radius of two hundred miles.
This world is different from modern society. People have a deep attachment to their homeland and are unwilling to leave it.
Seeing the people being forcibly taken away and crying, Yang Ling could only harden his heart.
The right way is to be kind and not to control soldiers.
In order to weaken Liu Bei and unify the world as soon as possible, this must be done.
Cao Jun stayed in Duyang for a few days. Seeing that the city was almost repaired, Yang Ling planned to return.
He left Cao Ren, who was good at defending the city, while he led his army and returned to Xudu after several days of trekking.
Cao Cao, who came back early to recuperate, immediately ordered to summon Yang Ling when he learned that he had returned.
"If there is no Ziyi this time, I'm afraid the situation will completely collapse."
Cao Cao sighed.
"Father-in-law made a strong statement."
Yang Ling smiled.
"It's not serious at all!"
Cao Cao said seriously.
Although Yang Ling went to Nanyang County, he did not fight against Liu Bei and Zhuge Liang.
But it was his appearance that made the panicked Cao Jun calm down.
Others didn't know that it was Yang Ling who was strategizing and persuading Liu Biao to retreat through Cai Yu. How could Cao Cao know?
The father-in-law and his son-in-law exchanged pleasantries, and Cao Cao smiled bitterly and said,
"Zi Yi, actually I have one more thing I want you to do today."
"Father-in-law, please tell me."
"A few days ago, people from the school affairs office sent news from Liangzhou, saying that Han Sui had contacted the Qiang and Di and other Hu tribes and was preparing to make a move."
This time when Liu Bei attacked Wancheng, he also knew that his strength alone was not enough to compete with Cao Cao.
So before sending troops, Liu Bei sent several messengers to contact Sun Quan, Liu Zhang, Zhang Lu, Han Sui, Ma Teng and other princes.
Let’s not talk about other people, just talk about the situation of Ma Teng and Han Sui.
Although Ma Teng was ambitious, he gave up this idea after Ma Yunlu was taken into Yang Ling's house, and Ma Chao, Ma Xiu, Ma Tie, and Ma Dai entered the court as officials and served under Yang Ling's account.
Relying on his relationship with Yang Ling and being extremely deferential to the court, Cao Cao also appointed Ma Teng as the governor of Liangzhou, responsible for taking care of Liangzhou affairs.
But this made Han Sui a little jealous.
You must know that in the early years, although Ma Teng was Han Sui's sworn brother, Han Sui was much stronger than him.
Seeing Ma Teng prospering and becoming his younger brother, Han Sui felt quite unhappy.
Before long, the two men's subordinates had a fierce conflict due to their interests.
As Ma Teng's power was rising, Han Sui's men suffered a loss, which made Han Sui furious.
They even mobilized the army to fight with Ma Teng!
Although Cao Cao finally sent someone to comfort him, the two still had a bad relationship.
After receiving Liu Bei's letter, Han Sui did not hesitate and began to secretly mobilize troops and contact the Hu people.
"This Han Sui is really restless."
Yang Ling frowned slightly,
"What my father-in-law means is..."
"Gu wants Ziyi to go to Xiliang and handle the matter properly."
Cao Cao said a little embarrassedly.
When Yang Ling heard this, he immediately couldn't laugh or cry.
Boss Cao, Boss Cao, you are really good.
I just came back from Nanyang County, and you want me to go to Xiliang again?
"Everything you did before was all because of being alone. Ziyi, don't take it to heart."
Cao Cao said apologetically,
"It's just that now, up and down the court, I can only count on you."
What he said came from the bottom of his heart.
Cao Pi's actions in Youzhou and Nanyang County have proved that he is an adou who cannot be supported in the military.
Cao Cao himself fell ill from anger during a battle with Nanyang County and had to recuperate.
There are many talented people under his command, but only Yang Ling can take charge of his role and is trusted by him.
have to.
My father-in-law was so humble. No matter how angry he was, Yang Ling could only say,
"My son-in-law just takes orders."
Hearing this, Cao Cao couldn't help but smile with relief.
"In recent years, Ziyi has also worked hard and made great achievements. I must promote you."
"Since you are going to Liangzhou for a trip, I will make you the General of the Western Expedition, Jie Jie Yue!"
Due to frequent wars, princes from all sides lavished rewards on their subordinates, which resulted in the proliferation of generals and a chaotic military system.
So Cao Cao reformed the military system.
The general, who originally had the highest status and commanded the country's troops, was no longer established after Yuan Shao's death.
Titles such as General of Hussars, General of Chariots and Generals, and General of Guards below the general have gradually become empty titles.
Those who truly control the troops and horses in various places are the generals of the four expeditions and four towns.
Cao Cao appointed Yang Ling as the General of the Western Conquest, and the armies in Liangzhou, Sili and other places must obey Yang Ling's orders.
In addition, Yang Ling has a false sword.
This means that he has the ability to manage the military and political affairs in the western part of the Han Dynasty!
Such treatment is an incredible honor!
"Thank you Duke Wei for the reward."
Yang Ling was not too excited.
If you want a horse to run fast, give it more grass.
Since Boss Cao wants to work for him, it is reasonable to promote himself more.
"The matter in Liangzhou is imminent. Ziyi, go back and meet Qing'er and the others, and then set off quickly."
Cao Cao warned.
"My son-in-law obeys your orders."
Yang Ling bowed his hands and then stood up to leave.
Looking at his leaving figure, Cao Cao sighed slightly, feeling extremely conflicted in his heart.
On the one hand, he needs Yang Ling's talents to help him calm the world.
But on the other hand, he didn't want Yang Ling to be too powerful and affect Cao Pi's future succession.
Pity.
Again, if Ziyi were my son, how great would it be?
…
Yang Ling came out of Wei Gong's mansion and returned to his own mansion without stopping, telling the daughters that Cao Cao had ordered him to go to Liangzhou.
"What? Father, is this going too far? My husband has just come back, and before he can take a breath, you want him to go out again?"
Cao Qing said a little dissatisfied.
Yang Yuan was leaning in her arms, eating snowflakes.
