Xun Yu looked at the anxious Cao Cao and offered advice.
"My lord, Qingzhou is surrounded by enemies from both sides and cannot last long. We don't want to take sides, so we can only take dangerous measures to capture Xuzhou."
“Although Xuzhou is good, how can we get it?”
After hearing this, Cao Cao gradually calmed down and asked.
He also knew what he was worth. If he attacked Xuzhou rashly, he might not even be able to see Tao Qian's face.
Although he claims to have one hundred thousand elites at his disposal, in fact those one hundred thousand elites are nothing more than a group of Yellow Turbans who cannot be used for much purpose.
If Tao Qian really wants to fight with Xuzhou, he occupies a state and defends the city. He will basically not be able to attack it, and even if he does, he will have to pay a heavy price.
Let alone capture the entire territory of Xuzhou.
Even if there is a surprise attack, the most that can be achieved is to seize the land of one county.
Xun Yu was confident and looked at Cao Cao with deep meaning.
"My lord wants to seize Xuzhou, so it depends on my lord whether you can endure this moment of anger."
Cao Cao, who was still in a state of confusion at first, suddenly became calm after hearing what Xun Yu said.
Since Xun Yu dared to say this, he must have a solution in mind.
"I wonder what Wenruo has planned?"
Xun Yu looked at Cao Cao, smiled slightly, and said calmly.
"No matter whether Duke Cao's death has anything to do with Tao Qian or not, this matter must have nothing to do with Tao Qian. The lord needs to take the initiative to enter Xuzhou and angrily scold the person who killed him."
"To appease Tao Qian and let Tao Qian know that this matter has nothing to do with him, it not only shows the lord's magnanimity, but then Tao Qian will definitely become slacker and be less wary of the lord."
Cao Cao frowned, looking unhappy.
He could accept letting him act with Tao Qian, but what does this have to do with capturing Xuzhou?
If he was simply asked to bow his head to please Tao Qian, the enemy who killed his father, then he would never be able to do this.
He, Cao Cao, is not a shameless person. Now let alone trying to please Tao Qian, he just wants to kill him quickly.
"Wen Ruo, what does this plan have to do with capturing Xuzhou? If I are asked to please Tao Qian, let's not talk about it anymore."
Xun Yu slowly shook his head, with the smile still on his face.
"Of course the lord alone cannot capture Xuzhou, but if Yanzhou is added, the outcome will be completely different."
Yanzhou?
Cao Cao was slightly stunned, looking at Xun Yu, and kept thinking about what this had to do with Liu Hong.
"What's the connection with that old thief Liu Hong?"
Xun Yu narrowed his eyes and said slowly.
"You can drive away the wolf and swallow the tiger, join forces with Liu Hong, and take Xuzhou together!"
Cao Cao's eyes widened and he paced back and forth with his hands behind his back.
After a while, he looked at Xun Yu with confusion in his eyes.
"Collaborating with Liu Hong to conspire in Xuzhou, isn't this encouraging Liu Hong's forces?"
Xun Yu returned to the carriage, took out a rough map, spread it out, and continued to Cao Cao.
"Dividing Xuzhou with Liu Hong seems to encourage Liu Hong's power, but in fact, both parties benefit from the cooperation."
"Then Liu Hong took half of Xuzhou, which is just the icing on the cake. But if the lord can take half of Xuzhou, it would be different. The predicament that is currently troubling the lord will be eliminated."
As he spoke, Xun Yu started pointing on the map under Cao Cao's puzzled eyes.
"When the time comes, my lord, if you advance, you can go north to Qingzhou and Yanzhou, and if you retreat, you can go to Yangzhou and Yuzhou."
"As for Liu Hong who wants to capture Xuzhou, he must first capture Lu County in Yuzhou. Then he will naturally become enemies with Yuan Shu."
"At that time, the situation of the three parties resisting Liu will remain unchanged, but the lord is able to gain more land in this half of the state and use a small amount to make a big gain. The real benefit is the lord."
After hearing what Xun Yu said, Cao Cao's eyes suddenly lit up when he looked at the map.
"How can we convince Liu Hong? And even if we convince Liu Hong, how can we take down Xuzhou?"
Xun Yu stroked his beard and smiled.
"My lord only needs to send a letter to Liu Hong. He will definitely not refuse such a good thing."
"When the time comes, let Liu Hong send troops to attack Beihai. The lord will station his troops between Qijun in Beihai. He will pretend to be defeated and lead Tao Qian to send troops to Yanzhou. Xuzhou will naturally be empty of troops."
"My lord, under the guise of the alliance, took advantage of the situation and took his place!"
The more Cao Cao thought about it, the more he felt the beauty of Xun Yu's plan.
"Okay, okay, Wen Ruo, just do what you say!"
Xun Yu nodded.
"I have already invited a close friend to come and seek refuge with the lord. Calculating the time, it is almost time to arrive."
At this time, Xun Yu gave Cao Cao another good news.
Cao Cao looked overjoyed. He could become Xun Yu's best friend. How could he be an ordinary person?
I'm afraid this is another great talent who has taken refuge in him.
It was simply a double happiness.
the other side.
Changyi County, Yanzhou.
Liu Hong had nothing to do and wandered on the streets to observe how the people's livelihood in the counties and counties was under his governance.
Along the way, the people were peaceful and had something to eat.
Liu Hong was naturally very satisfied.
Not long after, a luxurious restaurant came into view.
This restaurant was specially built by him for Kong Rong to recruit celebrities, so it was decorated very luxuriously.
The foundation is made of concrete, the decoration is made of colored glass, and even the candlelight is decorated with colored glass.
Such luxurious decoration has attracted the attention of countless nobles and celebrities.
As soon as he arrived outside the restaurant, Liu Hong saw a group of people leaning on the railing on the second floor, chanting poems and drinking. Among them was Kong Rong's voice.
During this period, Kong Rong, a navy soldier, did well, recruiting celebrities and making him famous.
His reputation among the nobles and celebrities has also greatly improved.
Of course, the biggest reason is that he is willing to spend money. If he spends a lot of money, those famous people will also think of him.
After all, these days, even celebrities are not necessarily having an easy time.
After taking advantage of him, even if you don't say nice things for him, you will be a little more restrained when slandering him behind his back.
What's more, although his papermaking and printing were detrimental to the nobles, no one could deny the convenience of paper.
As a result, a large number of nobles and celebrities openly cursed while secretly buying paper for use.
The sale of a large amount of paper, the price reduction of salt, and the fact that all prices in Yanzhou were tied to banknotes, gradually began to circulate banknotes in various states.
Nowadays, most businessmen from all over the country have begun to try to start transactions with money notes.
As long as he can maintain his credibility, it won't be long before the money from the bank can be circulated throughout the states.
Once all the Dahan's economy is under his control, it will be interesting.
Just as Liu Hong was deep in thought, a sarcastic voice suddenly came from his ears.
"It is rumored that Kong Rong was a famous person, but today's observation shows that it is nothing more than that. He is just a person with a false reputation."
When Liu Hong heard this, he raised his eyebrows and looked at the speaker.
I saw a handsome man, wearing simple clothes, with a sarcastic look on his face. Even so, he could not hide the proud character of the scholar.
Liu Hong looked up and saw a few flashing golden words above the other person's head.
Um?
He is a great talent!
Liu Hong was immediately interested. He couldn't identify who this person was just by looking at the entry.
Sit down immediately.
"Why do you say that, sir? I think Kong Rong is a broad-minded person, and every move he makes has the demeanor of a celebrity."
Xi Zhicai saw an old man and shook his head. He didn't want to talk to him.
However, I feel like I have nowhere to express my thoughts.
