Liu Bei replied: "I already know about this matter. I hope brothers don't worry anymore." After saying this, he said goodbye and returned to Xinye. Liu Biao sent 3,000 soldiers to Liu Qi to guard Jiangxia.
In Xudu, in order to maximize his power, he simply dismissed the positions of the Three Dukes. He performed the functions of the Three Dukes as the prime minister, with Mao Jie as the East Cao, Cui Yan as the West Cao, and Sima Yi as the Literature. .
Sima Yi, courtesy name Zhongda, was born in Wen, Hanoi. He was the grandson of Sima Jun, the prefect of Yingchuan, the son of Sima Fang in Jingzhao Yin, and the younger brother of Sima Lang, the chief secretary. He was also a very talented man. When Yu Yi married Zou and Diao Chan, , he once visited Daoxiang Village, observed Yuyi's situation, and believed that he would be a very powerful opponent in the future.
After recuperating for a long time, Cao Cao also began to prepare to move his army southward, annihilating other effective forces in the Central Plains in one fell swoop, and firmly holding the political power in his own hands.
Someone had already reported that there was a fire in Daoxiang Village, and Le Jin and Zhang Yan joined forces to attack Yu Yi. Cao Cao was very happy when he heard the news. The news that Yu Yi defeated Le Jin's 5,000 soldiers with 500 soldiers spread a lot. He took advantage of this opportunity to eliminate Yu Yi and eliminate a future trouble.
In addition, he also began to prepare a plan to go south, and gathered civil and military officials to discuss a plan of action.
Xiahou Dun said: "I recently heard that Liu Bei is in Xinye. He is training soldiers and recruiting troops every day. He will definitely become a future trouble. We can eliminate him as soon as possible."
So Cao Cao appointed Xiahou Dun as the commander-in-chief, and Yu Jin, Li Dian, Xiahoulan, and Han Hao as deputy generals. With a mighty force of 100,000 troops, they headed towards Bowang City, adjacent to Xinye, to spy on the situation in Xinye.
Xun Yu advised: "Liu Bei was originally a hero, and now he has Zhuge Liang as his military advisor. We cannot underestimate the enemy."
Xiahou Dun was a little disapproving and said: "Liu Bei is just a rat, I will definitely capture him."
Xu Shu came out and warned: "General, don't underestimate Liu Bei. Now that Liu Bei has Zhuge Liang as a sergeant, he is even more powerful."
The counselors repeatedly mentioned Zhuge Liang's affairs, and Cao Cao became interested and asked, "Who is this Zhuge Liang?"
Xu Shu replied: "Zhuge Liang, also known as Kong Ming, is known as Mr. Wolong. He has the ability to understand the world and the world, and he is a rare wizard in the world today. Don't underestimate him."
Cao Cao continued to ask: "How do you compare with Zhuge Liang?"
He replied: "How dare I compare with Zhuge Liang? I am like the light of fireflies, and Zhuge Liang is the light of the sun."
Xiahou Dun felt that Xu Shu was exaggerating and said with a smile: "What you said is wrong. I think Zhuge Liang is like a straw. There is nothing to be afraid of! If I can't capture Liu Bei alive, I am willing to sacrifice my head to him." Prime Minister."
Cao Cao nodded and said, "Tell me the news of victory as soon as possible to comfort me."
With the direct management of his superiors, Xiahou Dun felt as if he had been given a shot of chicken blood. He was very happy, bid farewell to Cao Cao, and led the army forward.
After Liu Bei got Kong Ming, he made up for him every day and treated him as a teacher. Guan Yu and Zhang Fei were naturally unhappy and said: "Kong Ming is very young, what kind of talent can he have? My brother is too kind to him. It’s not like he has any real abilities!”
Liu Bei explained: "I got Kong Ming, just like a fish that has been stranded on the beach for a long time got water. You have no way of knowing, so don't say any more."
Guan Yu and Zhang Fei were naturally unhappy when they heard Liu Bei talking like this, and left without saying a word.
One day, someone gave a cow's tail, which was very unique. Liu Bei took it and made it into a hat. When Kong Ming saw it, his expression was very serious and he said: "Is this the only ambition of Duke Ming?" Full of disappointment.
Liu Bei quickly threw his hat to the ground and explained: "I want to do something to relieve my worries."
Kong Ming said: "How do you feel about Duke Ming comparing himself with Cao Cao?"
He replied: "Cao Cao owns the land in the Central Plains. I am definitely incomparable."
Kong Ming said: "Ming Gong's current strength is less than a few thousand men. If Cao's army attacks, how can we fight?"
Liu Bei said: "I am also worried about this matter, and I really can't think of a good way."
Kong Ming said: "You can recruit some militiamen, and I will train them and prepare them to face strong enemies."
So Liu Bei exhibited to the people of Xinye and got more than 3,000 people. Kong Ming taught them to deduce some formations every day.
Suddenly someone came to report that Cao Cao sent Xiahou Dun with 100,000 troops to kill in the new wilderness. After Zhang Fei heard about it, he said to Guan Yu: "Brother doesn't need us anyway. This time, Kong Ming happened to be here. He Come and meet the enemy.”
While he was talking, Liu Bei was looking for the two of them and said, "Xiahou Dun is here, and there are 100,000 troops. How do you think we should meet the enemy?"
Zhang Fei said: "Brother, why don't you send Kong Ming?"
Liu Bei said: "I have to rely on Zhuge Liang for wisdom, but bravery still requires the help of my two brothers. Don't you refuse?"
So Zhang Fei and Guan Yu left, and Liu Bei called Zhuge Liang for discussion. Kong Ming said: "My only concern is that Guan Yu and Zhang Fei are unwilling to obey my orders. If the lord needs me to exercise power, then he needs to borrow a sword." print."
Liu Bei lent the sword seal to Kong Ming, and Kong Ming immediately gathered everyone together to discuss how to deal with Xiahou Dun's 100,000-strong army.
Zhang Fei was with Guan Yu, and he also received the summons order, so he smiled and said: "Let's go and see how he arranges the arrangements."
Kong Ming ordered: "There is a mountain on the left of Bowang, called Yushan, and a jungle on the right, called Anlin. You can ambush a group of troops here. Yun Chang can ambush here with a thousand troops. When Cao Jun arrives, Let the enemy pass, and their food, grass, and baggage must be behind. As long as you see the fire in the south, you can attack with troops and horses specifically to burn their food and grass. Zhang Fei can lead a thousand soldiers and horses to An Lin's back Ambush in the valley, and when you see the fire starting in the south, you can come out and go to the place where grain and grass were stored in Bowang City to prevent the fire from burning. Guan Ping and Liu Feng, with their five hundred troops, prepared some fire starters and waited behind Bowang Slope. When Cao Jun passes by, you can set fire to it."
Then he ordered: "Go to Fancheng to retrieve Zhao Yun. As the front, you don't want to win in the fight. As long as you lose, the lord will personally lead an army as backup. Everyone must act according to this plan and there should be no omissions."
Guan Yu said: "We have all gone out to meet the enemy. I wonder what the military advisor is planning to do?"
Kong Ming said: "I will guard the county town."
Zhang Fei burst out laughing and said, "We are all going to fight, but you are sitting in the county seat, very comfortable!"
Kong Ming took out the sword seal and said: "The sword seal is here, anyone who disobeys will be beheaded!"
