"Is there any better solution for the public platform?"
Lu Bu asked.
Although he had a certain understanding of the flooding of Xiapi City, he was helpless.
After all, Lu Junjun was trapped in Xiapi City and couldn't get out at all.
Without even going out, how could it be possible to cut off Cao Jun's idea of releasing water.
Now, I can only rely on Chen Gong.
"Your Majesty, do you know the public opinion?"
Chen Gong pondered for a long time before finally speaking.
“What is the will of the people?”
Lu Bu tried.
"It is precisely for this reason that the Han Dynasty has fallen into the current situation because of the disapproval of the people. The city that has lost the green energy to protect the city can be destroyed by the Yellow Turban thieves at will!"
"Since the monarch has only been in control of Xuzhou for a short time, the public opinion in Pi City is very weak, and the green energy formed to protect the city is of no use."
"Even if I want to mobilize the green energy to protect the city to defend the enemy, I am powerless, but in the face of this flood, it may be of great use."
Chen Gong said in a deep voice.
"What are the side effects of using the green energy to protect the city?"
Seeing that Chen Gong was hiding something difficult to explain, Lu Bu asked.
This was the first time Lu Bu learned about the use of public opinion. According to what Chen Gong said, as long as the defenders of the city had public opinion in hand, they might be able to remain invincible.
"It is necessary to inject the aura of awe-inspiringness. Judging from the weak condition of the Qi of Pi City's defense, I need to inject all the aura of awe-inspiring nature into it."
"Although I don't know how long I can block it, I'm willing to give it a try."
"It's just that the important task of protecting Xiapi City will depend on the Lord."
Chen Gong said in a deep voice.
A great Confucian without awe-inspiring aura has close to no fighting power. This is what Lu Bu learned after fighting against Guo Jia and others.
It seems that a great scholar is needed to drive the green energy to protect the city. A general without awe-inspiring aura cannot drive the true energy to protect the city.
No wonder they wanted Confucian disciples to serve as county magistrates. Lu Bu finally understood the reason.
In the county, there are usually county magistrates and county lieutenants. One is responsible for protecting the city's green energy and the official seal, and the other is responsible for using the true energy to block the front.
It can be imagined how difficult it is to break through a city. Fortunately, the big man exhausted all the public opinion, otherwise the Yellow Turban thieves would not have gained momentum at all!
"Don't worry, Gongtai. As long as I am here, Cao's army will not be able to attack Xiapi City!"
After receiving the promise, Lu Bu felt much more at ease. If water flooded Xiapi City and the city was still helpless, then Lu Bu would be anxious all day long.
Cao Cao was also very anxious in Cao Ying every day. The consumption of food and grass and the illness of the soldiers all affected Cao Cao's mood all the time.
After Lu Bu's battle out of the city, Cao Cao's troops were actually not much more than Lu Bu's. If he continued to attack, Cao Cao would most likely be defeated.
So Cao Cao just besieged Xiapi City, but Cao Cao's army was at the end of its strength, and Cao Cao's desire to retreat became stronger and stronger.
On this day, Cao Cao could not bear the suffering again and summoned Guo Jia.
Originally, Cao Cao thought that everything was going well and Lu Bu's stubborn resistance would not last long, but it seemed that Lu Bu suddenly woke up and caused great trouble to Cao Cao.
Cao Cao's burning heart quickly cooled down, and he still thought about rushing into Xiapi City and sleeping with Diao Chan in his arms.
It's really uncomfortable to be stuck at this critical step now.
Depending on the situation, everyone has no choice but to compete with their willpower to see who falls first.
This kind of day is the most difficult to endure. Anyway, Cao Cao couldn't stand it any longer.
"Fengxiao, it's not an option to continue like this. Xiapi City has been unable to be conquered for a long time, and the soldiers are all upset."
Cao Cao said worriedly.
There are indeed many soldiers in Cao Ying who want to go home and spend a good New Year with their families. After all, it is already December and the New Year is getting closer.
Not every soldier can bear the feeling of continuous battles and being in a foreign land.
Sensing the change in Cao Ying's mood, Cao Cao was also afraid of a mutiny in Cao Ying, so he summoned Feng Xiao to discuss countermeasures.
"A rainy day is both a crisis and an opportunity!"
Guo Jia smiled mysteriously.
"What's the turning point? This damn rain has already made countless of my soldiers sick. If this continues, the entire military camp will turn into a sick camp."
Cao Cao really couldn't figure out what to do with this rainy day. If he had a choice, Cao Cao would have gone home and slept with his beautiful wives and concubines in his arms.
"The rain has filled Sishui and Yishui with water. With a little guidance, the entire Xiapi City can be flooded!"
"The walls of Xiapi City were soaked in water for dozens of days, and they will definitely lose their original defensive function."
"When the time comes, the Prime Minister will definitely be able to capture Xiapi City if he works hard again!"
Guo Jia suggested.
"The water flooded Xia Pi City, which is a bit immoral!"
Using floods is no longer just about killing the Lu family's army, but also the residents of Xiapi City.
Even if Xiapi City is captured, the place will become a white land, and it will be difficult to restore its previous glory in a short time.
It would take several years or even ten years of care before it could be restored, which made Cao Cao hesitate. Although he wanted to kill Lu Bu, flooding the city was unbenevolent and should not be used more!
"Prime Minister, if you want a quick victory, you must use this trick."
"Then Xiapi has a tall city, and Lu Bu is huddled inside. Even in a year and a half, I'm afraid it won't be able to defeat Lu Bu."
"But we have indeed come a long way. The supply line is too long, and more civilians have been mobilized than expected. If the war continues, it will not only hurt money and people, but may also bring down our army."
"In extraordinary times, extraordinary means are used. If Lu Bu is not dealt with as soon as possible, there will be endless troubles."
Guo Jia advised.
"This Lu Bu deserves to die for killing so many of my generals."
"Pass on my orders to widen the trenches, build dams, and divert the Sishui and Yishui rivers to flood the city!"
Cao Cao hated Lu Bu deeply. After thinking about it again and again, he felt that even if it harmed people, as long as he could complete his domineering career, Cao Cao would move forward!
Xuzhou has been massacred once before, and this time is no different.
"Prime Minister, there is no need to go to any trouble. With Mr. Yuan Long's help, things like this can be easily solved!"
Guo Jia smiled.
"Gu almost forgot that there is a person named Chen Yuanlong. Quickly send a message to Yuanlong to see Gu!"
Cao Cao patted his head and suddenly realized.
Previously, Chen Dengshe wanted to keep Lu Bu in the city, but was defeated by Lu Bu and was seriously injured.
Later, he stayed in the camp to recuperate from his injuries and never saw Cao Cao again.
After all, Chen Deng was defeated by Lu Bu three times. He felt that he had lost all face and was too embarrassed to meet Cao Cao, so he disappeared!
Cao Cao had not invited Chen Deng for the first time, so Chen Deng refused because of physical discomfort.
"Mr. Yuanlong must not have gotten over what happened last time. The Prime Minister should go and see for himself."
Guo Jia also knew the hypocrisy of literati, so he spoke.
"Oh well."
Cao Cao was also somewhat reluctant, and was not happy with Chen Deng, a seller.
But who knew that Chen Deng was of great use? Cao Cao could only put down his body and go to see Chen Deng.
Chen Deng was a little surprised when he saw Cao Cao coming to the door in person. He quickly stood up and said, "The Prime Minister came to visit me in person. I am really flattered!"
"Hearing that Mr. Yuanlong's injury has not healed, Gu Shen was anxious, so he came over to take a look."
"Mr. Yuanlong, if you still feel uncomfortable there, I will definitely ask a famous doctor to come over and help Mr. Yuanlong cure it."
Cao Cao said enthusiastically.
But Chen Deng knew it well. If Cao Cao had wanted to do it, he would have come to see it long ago instead of being pretentious here.
But both of them knew the essence of acting, so Chen Deng covered his face and said: "Physical injuries are easy to cure, but heart injuries are difficult to cure."
"The defeat to Lu Bu was not the fault of Mr. Yuan Long. The whole world knows how strong Lu Bu is!"
"Le Jin, Dian Wei, Yu Jin and other great generals all lost their lives at the hands of Lu Bu. When it comes to grief, Mr. Yuan Long can't compare to me."
"But Gu still managed to survive. He stood up wherever he fell. As long as we, the king and the ministers, work together, can we still not defeat Lu Bu?"
Cao Cao said in the most sincere tone.
