Previously, Sima Yi was in charge of the war in the south. After he was defeated in Jiangxia and returned, Cao Pi not only did not punish him, but also promoted him to a higher position.
On the other hand, after Yang Ling made a series of military exploits, Cao Pi only gave him a few words of praise and gave him a few more fiefs, without any other words.
"What you said makes sense. Anyway, just send someone to tell His Majesty."
Yang Ling shrugged his shoulders and said it didn't matter.
Although he didn't care about Cao Pi's attitude, it would still reduce some trouble if he could.
Moreover, Trainer Bu and his daughters were also pregnant, so they were sent back to Xudu to wait for their childbirth.
Thinking of this, Yang Ling no longer hesitated and wrote a memorial.
Then he found a team of men, handed the letter to the leading general, and asked them to escort the four girls, Xiao Qiao, Bu Lianshi, and Pan Shu back to Xudu first.
As for Sun Shangxiang, firstly she is not pregnant, and secondly she might be useful when Yang Ling attacks Jiangdong.
Therefore, Yang Ling kept her by his side so that he could relieve his loneliness on weekdays.
…
Xudu.
Sima Yi's mansion.
"That Yang Ling is very hateful. My Marquis of Wu and the General of the Fu Army (Sima Yi's official position) both hate this man with all their heart."
"General Fujun has won the trust of the Emperor. Why don't you say a few words in front of the Emperor to get rid of this thief?"
The envoy from Jiangdong stood in the hall and said with a smile.
Sima Yi nodded and said calmly,
"You are absolutely right. This person is arrogant and domineering and has evil intentions. He should be removed!"
When the envoy from Jiangdong heard this, his face immediately lit up with joy.
"Then I will thank General Fujun on behalf of Marquis Wu!"
As he spoke, he nodded to the servants on the side and asked them to bring up the large and small packages of gifts.
Seeing this, Sima Kui, Sima Fu and others on the side also stepped forward to take the gifts.
After a few more pleasantries, the Jiangdong envoy stood up and left with satisfaction.
Before Sima Yi could take a breath, he saw a servant hurried over.
"Sir, someone from the palace said that His Majesty summoned me to the palace to discuss matters!"
Sima Yi was startled for a moment, then stood up immediately.
"Shuda, Jida, you come into the palace with me!"
"Here!"
Sima Fu and Sima Kui accepted their orders.
The three of them simply packed up and headed towards the palace.
Not long after, they came to the palace and met Wei Emperor Cao Pi.
"Zhongda, you are here!"
Cao Pi said hello to Sima Yi and the others, then raised the memorial in his hand.
"Yang Ling just ordered someone to deliver this. You should take a look at it first."
The eunuch on the side took the memorial and handed it to Sima Yi.
After Sima Yi saw it, Cao Pi asked,
"What do you think of Yang Ling's proposal?"
Sima Yi pondered for a moment, nodded and said,
"In my opinion, Your Majesty might as well agree to Yang Ling's request."
"When His Majesty invited Yang Ling to come out that day, he promised him that everything on the front line would be under his command."
"If we don't agree to his request to attack Jiangdong, I'm afraid it will be true."
"This is one of them."
"Secondly, regardless of Yang Ling's victory or defeat, it will be a good thing for His Majesty."
"If he wins, I, the Wei Dynasty, can conquer Yangzhou and eliminate the powerful enemies in Jiangdong."
"If he is defeated, Your Majesty will have an excuse to attack him, right?"
Sima Fu and Sima Kui on the side were slightly stunned, their eyes full of confusion.
When Cao Pi heard this, he put his palms in his hands and said with a smile,
"What Zhongda said coincides with mine, and that's exactly what I think."
"In that case, I will reply to Yang Ling and allow him to send troops to attack Jiangdong!"
Sima Yi bowed his hands and saluted,
"Your Majesty is wise!"
The monarch and his ministers chatted for a few more words, and then Sima Yi left with his two younger brothers.
As soon as he left the palace, Sima Fu couldn't help but ask,
"We are in the same boat as Yang Ling, and my second brother agreed to the request of the Jiangdong envoy. Why would you suggest that your majesty agree to Yang Ling's request to send troops?"
Sima Yi glanced at his two younger brothers and couldn't help laughing.
"Sun Quan wants me to advise Your Majesty, what is the purpose of removing Yang Ling?"
"Of course it's because Yang Ling used his troops like a god and overwhelmed Jiang Dong."
Sima Fu said without thinking.
"If that's the case, then why should I do what he wants?"
Sima Yi said slowly and authentically,
"If we really remove Yang Ling, wouldn't it be equivalent to cutting off both of our arms?"
"But if Yang Ling really pacifies Jiangdong, wouldn't he be in the limelight again?"
Sima Kui scratched his forehead and said doubtfully.
"Jida, you are wrong."
A sneer appeared on Sima Yi's face,
"Once he pacifies Jiangdong, it will be his death!"
Looking at the whole world, neither Gongsun Kang of Liaodong, nor Zhang Lu of Hanzhong, Liu Zhang of Yizhou, and Liu Bei are strong enough to compete with Cao Wei.
The only one who can be considered a serious concern is Jiangdong.
As long as Jiangdong is pacified, other forces will no longer have the power to compete with Cao Wei.
And when that time comes, Cao Pi, who has no worries and no need for Yang Ling, can attack Yang Ling!
"What the second brother said is absolutely true! But the third brother and I are short-sighted!"
Sima Fu and Sima Kui suddenly realized this.
Sima Yi patted the two of them on the shoulders and said with a smile,
"Besides, if you two can return safely from Jiangdong, our Sima family owes Yang Ling a favor, so we might as well let him live a little longer!"
As he spoke, he looked towards the south, with a cold light flashing in his eyes!
…
Yuzhang County.
Chaisang.
After losing to Cao's army and losing Jiangxia County, Cheng Pu, the governor of the left, led his army to retreat here.
He built a line of defense with Chaisang as the center, intending to keep Cao's army out of Yangzhou.
On this day, when Cheng Pu was taking people to count the food and baggage, he saw the general rushing over.
"Captain, something bad has happened. Cao Jun is attacking!"
Although Cheng Pu had already expected Cao Jun's attack, his heart sank after learning the news.
He looked solemn and said in a deep voice,
"Where is Cao Jun now?"
"In half an hour at most, Cao Jun's vanguard will be able to reach here!"
Hearing this, Cheng Pu's expression changed.
"Why is Cao's army so fast? What is our outpost doing for food?"
"Commander, with the strength of our army, we really can't compete with Cao's army..."
Ding Feng smiled bitterly.
The combat power of Cao's army was much higher than that of Jiangdong's army, and Cheng Pu knew it well.
Besides, the situation was urgent now, so he also took care of other things and immediately gave the order,
"Send the order, close the city gates tightly, and gather everyone together!"
"Here!"
Ding Feng clasped his fists and left.
Before long, the entire Chaisang City was on alert.
As soon as the Jiangdong Army soldiers gathered together, Cheng Pu on the top of the city saw dust flying in the distance, as if a large number of cavalry were coming.
Sure enough, within a short time, thousands of cavalrymen holding high the banner of Cao Wei were seen rolling in!
The war is about to break out!
