In the process of chasing, suddenly soldiers came to report that Cao Cao had an army camped in Hexi. Ma Chao was very surprised after hearing this. This was beyond his expectation. He quickly withdrew his army, returned to the camp, and discussed with Han Sui. , said: "Cao's army has taken advantage of the opportunity to cross the river to Hexi. Our army will be attacked from both sides. What should we do?" General Li Kan came out and said, "If we are attacked from both sides, our situation will be very difficult. It is better to cede territory and seek peace." The two families discussed withdrawing their troops, and when winter passes and Cao's army's earthen city collapses, we will consider whether to continue fighting."
After hearing this, Han Sui said: "Li Kan's idea is very good, you can follow it."
Ma Chao was still hesitant. After all, Cao Cao and himself were enemies of the murder of their father. At this time, both Yang Qiu and Candidate came to suggest that Ma Chao seek peace, so Han Sui sent Yang Qiu as an envoy to deliver a message to Cao Cao's camp, mainly talking about ceding territory and seeking peace. things.
Cao Cao said: "I can't reply to you immediately on this matter. I will let someone reply with the results after a while."
So Yang Qiu said goodbye and left.
While Cao Cao was thinking, he suddenly remembered Jia Xu, who had taken refuge with Zhang Xiu before. He thought that he was also from Xiliang and would have a better understanding of Xiliang's situation, so he ordered to summon Jia Xu.
Jia Xu was appeasing the potential forces in Xudu. Since Cao Cao went on an expedition, he had the opportunity to spread his forces and train Xiaoli in the dark. During that time, Xiaoli also grew a lot, and her faith gradually became stronger.
After receiving Cao Cao's letter, Jia Xu immediately judged Cao Cao's intentions and set off for the Weishui River that night. Yu Yi's video was activated in the carriage.
After Yu Yi led his troops out of Ma Chao's Xiliang army, they headed west. After analyzing the situation, they decided to set up camp in the mountains, which is Ziwu Valley.
Just after settling in, I received a video from Jia Xu.
Jia Xu saw the beautiful scenery around Yuyi and knew that he was in the wild and should be among the Xiliang army. He asked: "I heard that Ma Chao led the Xiliang army of 200,000, and he and Han Sui had conquered Chang'an. Cao Cao is in a stalemate at the Weishui River, these are all your strategies."
Yu Yi smiled and said: "It's not mine, but I contributed some strength to being able to capture Chang'an so quickly."
Jia Xu continued to ask: "Then what are you going to do next?"
Yu Yi said: "How else can we attack? I discussed with everyone and thought we should go west, so I went to see Ma Chao to say goodbye. Now we have arrived at Ziwu Valley."
Jia Xu was very surprised after hearing this, but after thinking for a moment, he understood his intention and said: "The location of Ziwu Valley is very good. It is easy to defend but difficult to attack. Further to the southwest is Hanzhong."
Yu Yi said, "Master, there must be something wrong with me. Could it be that something dangerous happened to Xiaoli?"
Jia Xu shook his head and said: "During this period, Cao Cao led his army to the west. I took the opportunity to reorganize Xu Du's strength, and Xiaoli's overall quality also improved a lot."
Yu Yi narrowed his eyes and said, "Could it be that Cao Cao summoned you?"
Jia Xu smiled and said: "Those who know me are my disciples! Cao Cao summoned me this time, probably to make suggestions for this battle. Of course, it cannot be ruled out that he noticed some of our actions and came to knock on them."
There was a trace of solemnity in Yu Yi's eyes, and he said: "If you are asked to make suggestions, you should be easy to say. If you find out what happened to us, it will be terrible."
Jia Xu was far away in Xudu, and he didn't know much about the fighting on the Weishui River. He was a little anxious and said, "I'm already on the road and will arrive at Cao Jun's camp soon. What should I do?"
As his own master, Yu Yi had never seen Jia Xu in such a panic. He had always looked confident, or because the incident between Ma Teng and Huang Kui was exposed, it was a big blow to Jia Xu.
After a brief analysis, Yu Yi said: "Master, don't panic. If Ma Teng's affair is revealed and we are implicated, you will also be tried together after Ma Teng is killed. Now that Cao Cao calls you, you should I’m looking for you to make suggestions.”
Jia Xu felt much better after hearing this and continued to ask: "Then what should I say?"
Yu Yi said: "I have observed that Xiliang's soldiers and horses are very strong, and they are enough to give Cao Cao a headache. If Xiliang's soldiers and horses are too strong and Cao Cao's army retreats, then Sun Quan will definitely have an idea. By then, there will be a melee in the Central Plains, and the situation will change. My eldest brother Although we are in Jingzhou, we are surrounded by enemies from all sides, which is not conducive to the strategic plan of dividing the world. Therefore, Cao Cao asked you to make suggestions. I think it is appropriate to weaken the strength of Xiliang soldiers and horses. If Ma Chao can be allowed to enter our camp, then the Qiang people If they can be used by me, there will be hope for the revival of the Han Dynasty."
Jia Xu knew Yu Yi's intention and said: "Weakening the Xiliang soldiers is to gain the power to enter Xichuan and gain a stronger foundation. I will find a way myself."
After the two discussed the construction work done by Xu Du carefully, they hung up the video.
Jia Xu arrived at the battlefield soon. The weather was very cold at that time, which made Jia Xu a little unaccustomed. He entered the camp and listened to Cao Cao's description of the current situation, and asked, "What do the Prime Minister think?"
Cao Cao was a little unhappy and said, "I brought you here from Xudu just to ask you for advice. What do you mean by this?"
Jia Xu's face changed slightly, and he bowed and said: "I also heard some information from the soldiers on the road. In my opinion, soldiers are not afraid of deceit. We can pretend to agree first. The Xiliang soldiers led by Ma Chao are brave and good at fighting. We want to start from the front on the battlefield." It is very difficult to win, so you can use countermeasures to make Ma Chao and Han Sui have different opinions. When Ma Chao has some doubts, you can defeat the Xiliang army in one go."
Cao Cao had been brewing the counter plan for a while. When Jia Xu said it, he was very happy and said: "All the smart ideas in the world are similar. Your strategy is exactly what I have in mind!" The man went to Ma Chao's camp and replied to the letter, saying: "When I slowly withdraw my troops, I will return the land west of Hexi to you."
On the other hand, Cao Cao built a pontoon bridge in Xiliang and wanted to retreat.
After Ma Chao got the letter, he said to Han Sui: "Although Cao Cao agrees with the idea of suing for peace, he is very treacherous. If he is not prepared, he will definitely be counterattacked. I will take turns dispatching soldiers with my uncle. Today, my uncle will confront Cao Cao. I For Xu Huang, on the second day, I will come to deal with Cao Cao, and my uncle will come to deal with Xu Huang, and we will prepare separately to be on guard against what other ideas he may have."
Han Sui agreed and carried out the plan.
Someone reported this matter to Cao Cao soon. Cao Cao said to Jia Xu: "It seems that our matter is about to succeed!" After speaking, he turned to ask the soldiers, "Who will attack us tomorrow?"
He replied: "It's Han Sui."
Cao Cao was very happy. On the second day, Cao Cao led all the generals out of the camp and followed him from left to right.
