As soon as these words came out, the expressions of Cao Cao and Xun Yu suddenly changed at the same time.
One was surprised and puzzled, and the other was full of surprises.
The one who couldn't accept it was naturally Xun Yu.
Xun Yu didn't understand why Liu Zhang, as the ultimate victor, was willing to give Cao Cao so much face.
If it were him, he would definitely scold Cao Cao for his arrogance and try his best to humiliate Cao Cao.
The loser is still so arrogant, it is simply lawless!
Similarly, Cao Cao was surprised and had to re-examine Liu Zhang.
Just like Xun Yu, even if he were exchanged with Liu Zhang, he would not be able to admit this.
There is no need or reason.
"Hehehe, you two don't have to look at me like this."
Liu Zhang smiled, his expression unusually casual.
"The gap in strength is obvious. The naked numbers are there. It cannot be denied without admitting it."
"When Brother Meng De defeated Yuan Shao and pacified Hebei, his morale was strong, but Gu Shang is still weak. How dare he fight with Brother Meng De!"
"What the King of Han said is wrong!"
Finally, Xun Yu couldn't help but refuted.
"Everyone knows that the Wei army has many soldiers but is weak, while the Han army has few soldiers but is elite!"
"The Art of War says that soldiers are more valuable than their numbers, and their strategy is more important than their courage!"
"The King of Han is extremely talented, wise and powerful, his advisers are clever, and his generals are unstoppable. How can he not be victorious?"
Cao Cao on the side wanted to refute, but remembered that Liu Zhang had not allowed the dispute before, so he endured it.
He also wanted to see how Liu Zhang reacted to Xun Yu's remarks.
If he agreed to it, it would mean that Liu Zhang had deliberately humiliated him before.
However, contrary to Cao Cao's expectations, Liu Zhang refused without hesitation.
"Master Xun, Gujiu once said something when we first started the army. Thousands of benevolent and righteous troops cannot defeat millions of cruel people!"
"At that time, all Gu's arrangements and plans were centered around Brother Meng De's strong military strength."
"Perhaps like you said, I may not be defeated, but even if I win, it will still be a partial victory!"
"What do you think, Brother Meng De?"
The sudden question made Cao Cao stunned.
Without even thinking about it, he nodded subconsciously.
It took a moment to figure out what Liu Zhang was asking, and he quickly explained.
"There are too many variables in the battle between the two armies. It is not determined by the number of soldiers, but by the bravery of the generals."
"A small detail can affect the overall situation!"
"So, who is sure of winning?"
After hearing this, Xun Yu nodded slightly and did not object again.
This sentence is quite fair, and even if you are disgusted, you will not refute it.
"Best regards, Brother Meng De!"
Liu Zhang even praised him with great approval.
"At that time, Gu De's appeal was to divert Brother Meng De's attention, try not to conflict with the Wei State head-on, and buy time for the revival of the Qin State at that time."
"Not only that, Gu cannot ignore Brother Meng De's stable development. Brother Meng De occupies the eight most fertile states in the world, while Gu only has three barren states. As it continues to develop, the gap will become wider and wider!"
"If this continues, within five years, it will be difficult for Gu to compete with Brother Meng De. Therefore, we must find a way to not only allow Qin to develop, but also prevent Brother Meng De from developing!"
"After much thought, the only way to achieve the most direct effect is to declare a duke and establish a country! Once you declare a duke and establish a country, your ambitions will naturally expand. How can Brother Meng De develop steadily by then?"
Cao Cao's eyes widened and he was horrified.
It turned out that everything was a conspiracy against him, and it was based on his proudest morale.
At that time, he was just about to eliminate Yuan Shao and reach the peak of his power. He didn't put anyone in his eyes!
Even Liu Zhang, who had a strong military, could only be looked down upon by Cao Cao.
Unexpectedly, Liu Zhang took advantage of this aloofness.
"How are you sure that Gu will go south? How are you sure that Gu will not go west?"
"What if Gu gathers his troops to fight you, wouldn't it be like... drawing water from a bamboo basket?"
"Hehehe..."
Liu Zhang chuckled and didn't care at all.
"If you make such a stupid move, then Brother Meng De will no longer be Brother Meng De."
"As we all know, the terrain in Guanzhong is dangerous! On the one hand, Gu is stationed along the Yellow River, and on the other hand, he occupies the dangerous position of the Weihan Ancient Road. How many people must Brother Meng De die to break through this narrow section of road?"
"Not to mention anything else, just the food and grass supplies are enough to give Brother Meng De a headache, right?"
Cao Cao had no choice but to nod and admit it.
It was not that there was no intention to go to war with Qin at that time, it was really not allowed.
Although Hangu Pass has lost its role, the Xiaohan Ancient Road is still narrow.
Liu Zhang only needed to hold the end and leave the long and narrow ancient road to Cao Cao, which would be enough for the Wei army to drink.
Not to mention that it can’t be used, it’s extremely difficult to supply!
The Six Kingdoms could not defeat Qin, and Cao Cao could not defeat Liu Zhang.
This is an obvious difficulty that cannot be ignored.
Otherwise, you can only enter Guanzhong through Wuguan.
But Wuguan itself is a natural hazard and is tightly controlled by Liu Zhang. How easy is it to break through it head-on?
If it drags on for a year and a half, what is the point of raising troops to march towards the west?
"What if I can develop with peace of mind after becoming a public official?"
"Hahaha, that's even more impossible!"
These words made Cao Cao even more puzzled.
"Why are you so sure?"
Liu Zhang smiled mysteriously and glanced at Xun Yu.
"Because I know that if Brother Meng De declares himself a duke and establishes a country, there will be some opposition, and there will be strong opposition!"
"After the opposition force became stronger, Brother Meng De continued to establish new prestige to suppress, and made those hesitant families turn to Brother Meng De."
"Based on various factors, Brother Meng De is bound to target the weaker side."
"In the world at that time, there were only Gu, Sun Quan, and Liu Bei. Gu occupied a dangerous position, and Brother Meng De had no choice. The Sun family occupied Jiangdong for three generations. The people returned to their hearts, and the soldiers were brave. Jiangdong also required water warfare, which was not Brother Meng De's strength. "
"Therefore, only Liu Bei, who has just occupied Jingzhou, is the best target. Besides, doesn't Xinye want to be an internal supporter of Brother Meng De?"
Cao Cao became more and more shocked as he listened, and his eyes couldn't help showing admiration.
Everything had been seen through by Liu Zhang long ago!
