"I also have a plan that I would like to present to everyone for your reference."
Everyone was very surprised, knowing that the war was now a matter of life and death in Jingzhou.
Everyone's eyes are on it, and everyone must be cautious in every word and action. Who dares to show his embarrassment in front of everyone if he is not absolutely sure in his heart?
At this time, besides Wenpin, someone else dared to stand up and offer advice! Follow the sound.
Is it Zhuge Liang?
Many people suddenly lost interest and felt uninterested.
Everyone already knew that the direction of Xinye was actually Sun Ce's feint attack, and Yi Ji was wrong.
But Zhuge Liang was not right either. The direction of Hanjin was only a containment of Jiangdong Army. What Sun Ce really wanted to capture was the four counties of Jingnan.
In the eyes of many people, Zhuge Liang is a representative of young, energetic and bombastic.
Unlike many people, Liu Biao was very interested.
Although Liu Biao has become the king, the elegance and tolerance of the literati have not faded. He likes to listen to more different voices. Just like an elder looking at a young and promising junior, Liu Biao said gently.
"Kong Ming, if you have any plans, feel free to tell me."
Zhuge Liang clasped his fists and bowed, looked at everyone and said.
"Now there are three groups of troops fighting with our army. Zhou Tai led 3,000 Tiger Roaring Camps to pretend to attack Xinye; Sun Ce led 15,000 troops deep into the hinterland of Jingzhou, threatening Xiangyang and Jiangling, making people feel like they are in a chokehold; Ji Shu led 20,000 troops to cross Jingzhou. To the south, capture the city and capture the territory.”
"What about the remaining soldiers and horses of Jiangdong Army?"
"Zhu Zhi still has 14,000 soldiers and horses stationed at Chaisang. He can go east to garrison the hinterland of Jiangdong at any time to protect Sun Ce's foundation. He can also go south to provide supplies for Ji Shu's army, so Ji Shu can gallop in Jingnan. Important guarantee; naval forces can also be sent to the west to support Sun Ce."
"The fulcrum of Chaisang can be said to be crucial, but it now has a fatal weakness, that is, Sun Ce's front has been stretched too long. Sending troops from Chaisang to support Sun Ce must pass through Lukou Port, Xiakou Port, Han There are three ports in Tianjin and Hong Kong! It can be said that after Sun Ce penetrated into the hinterland of Jiangdong, the defense on the Yangtze River has completely relied on the closer Jiangxia."
"And Jiangxia only has 5,000 defenders, 2,000 guarding Jiangxia City, and 3,000 stationed at Xiakou Port responsible for the defense of the Yangtze River. Such a fragile defense is our opportunity!"
As Zhuge Liang talked, everyone was gradually attracted to him.
"Send 5,000 troops to defend Maicheng as suspected soldiers. Then send 15,000 troops out of Longzhong Port, go down the river to break through the blockade of the Xiakou Army, and surprise Hanjin Port."
"As long as we capture Hanjin Port, we can form an encirclement with Maicheng and Jiangling to surround Sun Ce in the hinterland of Jingzhou. At this time, we will temporarily abandon the land south of Jingzhou and concentrate all our forces to kill Sun Ce."
"As soon as Sun Ce dies, Sun Quan will become the nominal heir to Jiangdong. It's a pity that Sun Quan once launched a rebellion. The generals in Jiangdong may not be convinced, right? Besides, Ji Shu has a lot of troops outside, can he really hand over the military power and put Sun Quan as the master?"
"While the Jiangdong Army is in chaos, it will be easy for our army to recapture Jingnan General. Even retaking Jiangxia County is not difficult."
Seeing that everyone was silent and seemed to be moved by Zhuge Liang's words, Xiang Lang smiled coldly.
"On paper!"
"Even if Hanjin Port can really be captured, Chaisang Zhuzhi will definitely lead an army to attack Hanjin Port. In addition, Sun Ce turns around, who can say that he will be able to defend Hanjin Port under the attack of these two parties?"
"Heh, there's no telling who is surrounding whom."
really!
In this way, it seemed that Sun Ce was surrounded in the hinterland of Jingzhou, but how could it be that the troops who unexpectedly attacked Hanjin Port were surrounded by Sun Ce and Zhu Zhi?
The hall became a little noisy, with everyone whispering and debating the pros and cons.
Zhuge Liang also stood up and retorted.
"Sun Ce's army was trapped without food, so morale must have been low and the army's morale must have been panicked."
"And the news of Sun Ce's siege spread from Hanjin to Chaisang, and Zhu Zhi sent troops from Chaisang to arrive. Such a long front must take at least ten days!"
"Our military strength is twice that of Sun Ce. Besides, we are still encircling and suppressing a disorganized army. Isn't ten days enough?"
Even Yi Ji nodded secretly. Apart from taking some risks, this was also a good plan, enough to put it in front of the lord for him to choose.
Yi Ji secretly pulled his friend's sleeve. He knew that a large part of the reason why Xiang Lang and Zhuge Liang were so quarrelsome was because of their last countermeasures, but that was just for each other to express their opinions, and there was really no need for a stalemate.
Unexpectedly, Xiang Lang glanced at Yi Ji but ignored him. He walked out and continued.
"It's still just talk on paper."
"Can Sun Ce be eliminated in ten days?"
"What if Sun Ce jumps over the wall in a hurry, ignores Hanjin Port at all, and attacks Maicheng with all his strength?"
"What if Sun Ce breaks through Maicheng and goes straight to Xiangyang?"
"According to your arrangement, Maicheng only has 5,000 garrison troops, Xiangyang only has 3,000 standing garrison troops, and Ce has 15,000 elite troops!"
Just making this comparison, many people panicked and warned Liu Biao that they must not adopt Zhuge Liang's strategy.
Zhuge Liang looked melancholy. He suddenly felt that his enemy was not only the Jiangdong Army, but even this place was full of his enemies.
Defending the city is easier than attacking it. Xiangyang City is high and deep, and Maicheng is in front of it. Don't they even have the confidence to hold on to Jiangling and Hanjin Port to catch up with Sun Ce?
Yes, he is just talking on paper. You will only know if he can succeed by doing it.
The opportunity to win is right in front of us. Once we succeed, we can even join forces with Cao Cao and Liu Bei to annex Jiangdong!
But they will only be afraid.
"My lord, you should continue to break the law and suffer the chaos! This time Sun Ce personally led the army to attack the hinterland of Jingzhou. Although it was caused by the defeat of our army, it can also be turned into an opportunity to reverse the situation of the war. If you miss this opportunity, I’m afraid it will be difficult to find another chance to kill Sun Ce!”
Zhuge Liang bowed deeply and asked Liu Biao to make this decision.
After Liu Biao listened to everyone's words, he seemed to hesitate for a moment before speaking.
"It's better to follow Wenpin's previous strategy, it's safer. As long as it lasts for a month, it will be enough to defeat Sun Ce and retake Jingnan."
Liu Biao is a weak person who will be greedy when he sees benefits. But when it comes time to make a decision for his ambition, he will become conservative again.
Wenpin sighed lightly. He knew this result after listening to Zhuge Liang's strategy.
But this result disappointed Zhuge Liang.
No matter what strategies he proposed, they would not be adopted by Liu Biao.
The huge feeling of powerlessness pressed against Zhuge Liang, suffocating him and making him mentally and physically exhausted.
This big meeting ended quietly again, and everyone left one after another while talking and complimenting.
"Kong Ming, if you have any plans, can't you discuss them with me in advance?"
Seeing that most of the people had left, Cai Mao took a few steps to stop Zhuge Liang and looked at him reproachfully.
Zhuge Liang, who was stopped, smiled bitterly, bowed slightly apologetically, and said dejectedly.
"If I tell the general, will the general remonstrate in front of the lord?"
Won't.
Cai Mao knew Liu Biao better than Wenpin. He knew that Liu Biao would never adopt such a strategy of risking his life. In the final analysis, Liu Biao did not have the courage.
Zhuge Liang didn't understand Liu Biao yet, but because his suggestions were not adopted many times, he went over his way and directly advised Liu Biao at the military meeting. In Cai Mao's view, Zhuge Liang is just a stupid young man who has some talent but does not understand the world.
Cai Mao is already considering whether to bring Zhuge Liang with him at the next military meeting. He said to Zhuge with a cold face.
"Whether I advise the lord or not, you must discuss it with me first."
Zhuge Liang lowered his head and bowed slightly.
"Yes! Kong Ming noted it down."
After hearing this, Cai Hao left with satisfaction.
Wenpin, who was walking at the end, saw Cai Mao leaving, stepped forward, patted Zhuge Liang on the shoulder, and said.
"What my dear brother just said hit the point, but it won't work in Jingzhou. Your Majesty prefers a safer strategy."
Wenpin also felt that Zhuge Liang was very talented, and his strategies revealed strong self-confidence and meticulous observation. This was not the first time that he had supported Zhuge Liang.
Wenpin has no intention of being a person who thinks about his ideals all day long, but you can't just go against the wind, right?
Either Liu Biao must be allowed to change, or Zhuge Liang must be allowed to change. Wenpin felt that the latter was more practical, so he continued.
"If you think the best strategy doesn't work, then why don't you just offer the one the king thinks is the best?"
"I will continue to recommend you to the king, do your best!"
Zhuge Liang bowed deeply, feeling full of guilt for Wenpin.
"Thank you, General Wen."
Wenpin patted Zhuge Liang on the shoulder again and left without saying anything else.
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Early the next morning.
On the riverside of Longzhong Port, a small boat had just started construction, but it was discovered that there was a white-faced scholar waiting at the pier.
"Hey, it's so early, guest!"
"I can't help it. When I think about leaving, I feel extremely refreshed and can't sleep."
