Although Qiao Xuan also understood that it was impossible for Sun Quan to make such a low-level mistake, no matter what method Sun Quan had, he was definitely taking a huge risk.
as expected,
"Over at Xuzhou, let Lu Meng and Pan Zhang lead a group of new soldiers. Together with the local militia, it should be enough. By the way, bring Yuan Tan along with us," Sun Quan said.
Qiao Xuan hesitated for a while, but couldn't help but speak,
"Can two young men really defend Xuzhou if they are ordered to do so in a critical situation and have no elite soldiers?"
Qiao Xuan was extremely worried. You must know that Xuzhou's opponent this time is not Cao Cao, who also has no food and elite soldiers in Xuzhou, but the more powerful Yuan Shao!
Although Qiao Xuan also knew that Sun Quan intended to train Lu Meng and Pan Zhang, the original incident proved that these two young men were still too young, otherwise Sun Quan would not have sent them south to fight Shanyue.
What Qiao Xuan really didn't understand was Sun Quan's strategic direction this time. Sun Quan made it clear that even if he lost Xuzhou, he would not give up attacking Yizhou. Is it worth it?
"Young people have the advantage of young people. We can't defend Xuzhou now. We have to take the initiative to fight! I will give them the right to do whatever they want this time!" As he said that, Sun Quan glanced at Dou Yuru deliberately. You know, Sun Quan is hinting that their Demon Sect will contribute here, which is another reason why Sun Quan chose Lu Meng and Pan Zhang.
There are no elite soldiers, and there is even less food and grass, so we have to use some unconventional means! Lu Meng has some eclectic and unexpected talents; Pan Zhang has the ability to solve problems.
"Can that Yuan Tan be useful?" Dou Yuru took the opportunity to ask.
Yuan Shao's army has called, and he obviously doesn't want to care about his son's life or death. Does the hostage still have any meaning?
"Of course it doesn't play a decisive role, but Yuan Shao doesn't want his son to die after all. The leading general, even if he is hypocritical, always has to pretend, otherwise how can he dare to go back to see Yuan Shao?" Sun Quan explained, although some of his words were actually true. There is no need to say it, but at this time, when facing enemies on all sides, we must not lose confidence in ourselves first, so it is better to make it clear.
"Yuan Tan's role is not to stop Yuan Jun, but to control the rhythm. On the battlefield, even a moment of hesitation by the opposing general may directly affect the outcome. I believe those two boys will make good use of this card."
As he spoke, Sun Quan smiled sinisterly,
"In addition, I also want Yuan Tan to see for himself who in the Yuan family wants to harm him. I will return Yuan Tan to Yuan Shao sooner or later. I am doing this for his own good, so as not to die in my hands and end up dead." It’s in our own hands.”
For his own good? Who here doesn't know your Sun Quan's intentions? Who in the Yuan family wants Yuan Tan dead? They must be Yuan Shao's other sons. Didn't Sun Quan deliberately send people back to fight among themselves? !
For a moment, Dou Yuru couldn't help but want to say to Sun Quan: Don't you think you are quite good at this? Why do you still want to travel around the world? This is your world!
Qiao Xuan felt at ease. After listening to Sun Quan's words, it seemed that Xuzhou was indeed not in trouble.
"What about our side, lord?" Qiao Xuan asked. No matter how good the plan is, it won't work without food. It's hard for a clever woman to make a meal without rice.
"I will take half of the soldiers to leave, leaving half of the food and grass, and the remaining half of the men and horses to stay. I can still hold on for more than a month." Sun Quan replied.
"What do your half of the army eat?" Dou Yuru couldn't help but ask.
"Yes, Lord! Even if you go to grab it, it doesn't mean you can get it if you grab it. There is no need to take risks!" Qiao Xuan also quickly followed.
Don't leave yourself a way out? Put yourself to death and survive?
"I only need dry food for two days, and you don't have to worry about the rest." Sun Quan replied, but he did not explain in detail this time. It seems that Sun Quan's movements were not even planned to be informed to the people here. "In addition, send someone to Ci Hang Jingzhai replied, after capturing Xudu, I will send Emperor Xian to Xiangyang. However, I don’t want Sun Deng, I want food and grass. Otherwise, if Xudu cannot be captured, no one will benefit."
Sun Quan ordered Qiao Xuan,
"If Cihang Jingzhai does not deliver food and grass within a month, no matter what they say, you will withdraw directly."
"As you command!"
On the side, Diao Chan's face darkened. Although she knew this was Sun Quan's plan, Diao Chan still felt a little sad when she heard Sun Quan say "I don't want Sun Deng." No matter what, this is a rare opportunity to get Sun Deng back. !
However, if personal feelings are put aside, Diao Chan still appreciates Sun Quan's choice. First of all, Xu Du cannot withdraw its troops, that's for sure, but if Sun Quan really stays in Xu Du, it will only make Cihang Jingzhai think that he has compromised, and then take advantage of it. So, Sun Quan left with half of his troops. Sun Quan was good at using troops and military operations, and outsiders had no way to interfere. The most important thing was that even his own people didn't know where Sun Quan had gone. Cihang Jingzhai had no way to bargain with others.
If there is no food within a month, Qiao Xuan will retreat. Diao Chan deduced that Cihang Jingzhai thought that since Sun Deng was still in their hands, Sun Quan did not dare to go back on his word, and he might actually bring food and grass. For today's Jingzhou, it is a good deal to exchange for the Han Emperor without sending troops and just spending some food and grass.
In just a blink of an eye (a second in the eyes of ordinary people), faced with such an unexpected emergency, he can immediately come up with a perfect plan. Diao Chan believes that the only person in the world who can do this is the one who can do this. Sun Quan has one ear!
Zhongmou, Zhongmou, don't forget that there is the word "Mou" in your name, you were born for this!
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A few days later, Yizhou,
Sun Ce and Zhou Yu are now in an extremely embarrassed state. At first, Zhou Yu tried to find a way around the shortage of food, setting up an ecstasy array for the opponent, but paper could not stop the fire. After the news leaked out, Yizhou General Zhang Renzheng led his troops to attack fiercely, hoping to make it impossible for Zhou Yu and his group to come back!
Zhou Yu: "Bo Fu, a letter from Zhong Mou."
Sun Ce: "How do you say that?"
"It is said that the first batch of grain and grass will be delivered in half a month. After a month, General Cheng Puhan will lead reinforcements and bring the grain and grass from the entire Jiangdong to support." Zhou Yu said, this news did not bring him much joy.
Sun Ce smiled bitterly,
"In other words, we need to persist for at least half a month, right? Zhongmou really thinks highly of me."
"What do we do now?"
"How?" Sun Ce's face was stern, "Send the order, the reinforcements will arrive in ten days, even if you chew the roots of the tree, you have to hold on!"
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Xuzhou,
"With no food, no soldiers, and only one hostage in hand, we have to defend Xuzhou. Your lord doesn't think too highly of us, right?" Ma Zhong looked worried.
Pan Zhang smiled,
"You don't understand what my lord means. My lord said he acted recklessly, which has already been hinted very clearly. There are some things that are difficult for my lord to do, and he always needs someone to share his worries. There will be food and soldiers."
Lu Meng frowned. Of course he understood what Pan Zhang meant, forcibly recruiting troops, collecting food, and even killing big households.
"Killing the goose to retrieve the eggs, of course, can relieve temporary worries, but it is not a long-term solution. I have a plan..."
After hearing what Lu Meng said, Pan Zhang's eyes widened.
"Lu Meng, Lu Meng, I have never admired anything from you, but I admire your courage to not be afraid of death!"
Lu Meng grinned,
"Didn't the Lord say that you can do whatever you want!"
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It’s Chinese New Year, and I don’t know when it will stop. I wish you all a happy New Year in advance.
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