"Of course I knew that Yun Wen's plea against thieves would be spread at home and abroad and would be famous for thousands of years, but I never expected that it would make Cao Cao critically ill."
Lu Bu was as happy as a child weighing more than 200 pounds. He threw the bamboo slips up and down in his hands and whistled.
After the poetry meeting, Chen Gong analyzed with him the strategic significance of Lin Mo this time. It will basically form a shackles on the families who support Cao Cao. At least in the short term, they will definitely persuade Cao Cao to give up attacking Xuzhou. In this way, That's how we gained the most critical time.
Everyone knows that after Yuan Shao holds Youzhou in his hands, the next step will be to go south. As long as this delay lasts for half a year, Cao Cao will have no other choice but to join forces with himself to fight against Yuan, unless he is determined to defeat Yuan Shao. Finally, they were annexed by Yuan Shao.
Obviously, Cao Cao is not that stupid.
Therefore, in Lu Bu's perception, the biggest gain from this poetry meeting is not that Lin Mo won the top poetry, nor that Ziyang Academy received an injection of new life, but that it slowed down Cao Cao's advance. The key to changing the direction of the war.
The results of it? After receiving the information from the Xuchang scouts, Lu Bu almost couldn't stand upright without laughing.
I know that your appeal against thieves is very powerful, but I didn't expect that the situation would turn out like this.
Cao Cao is critically ill. It would be interesting if he could not afford to go down to chat with Dong Zhuo.
The imperial court, which is supported by major aristocratic families, will immediately lose its internal balance. In order to compete for family interests, various conflicts will break out on a huge territory.
Of course, I can't miss this critical period and rush forward to take a bite of this piece of fat.
Lu Bu even had a plan in mind to send troops, all the way from Taishan County to Yanzhou, all the way from Xiaoguan to Qiao County and into Yuzhou.
Who can stop that time? Who dares to block it?
This is the grand blueprint in Lu Bu's heart, but Lin Mo is not so optimistic.
When he said that Cao Cao was critically ill, he subconsciously thought of Lü Meng crossing the river in white to attack Jingzhou.
In history, Cao Cao was cured on the spot because he committed a crime and was so angry that he was scolded by Chen Lin.
If the situation were different, it would be enough to scold him to the point of having a headache. How could he be scolded to the point of becoming critically ill?
Who is Cao Cao?
His strength is not only based on military and political aspects, but he also has the same strong psychological endurance as Liu Bei.
Whether it was a defeat in Wancheng or a defeat in Chibi, after every defeat, unlike ordinary people who regretted and regretted, he would be surprisingly calm, reflect on his own mistakes and immediately make a judgment on how to deal with it.
How could such a powerful person be so scolded that he became critically ill?
Could it be that, like Lu Meng, he was pretending to be sick and sneaking attacks?
In the end, this thought just passed by because the prerequisites were not met.
Lu Meng pretended to be sick in order to trick Guan Yu into transferring the remaining Jingzhou army to Fancheng to increase the pressure on Cao Wei. However, no matter how hard you pretended to be sick, it was impossible to move the troops of Xiaoguan and Peicheng. There was no war with the outside world.
Is that asking you to trick us into attacking Qiaojun or Taishan County?
It’s really hard to say.
"What's the matter? Great news. You seem to feel sorry for Cao Cao." Lu Bu was a little confused. He should obviously be celebrating.
Lin Mo crossed his arms and looked at Jia Xu.
Should I say it or not, I really don’t know what Cao Cao wants to do. The old scumbag should have some idea.
What are you looking at me for? I don't know either. Jia Xu lowered his head subconsciously, and then felt the scrutiny from Lu Bu.
"What are you waiting for, Mr. Jia? Let's talk." Lin Mo laughed.
"Wen He, that's what's wrong with you. Why do you keep hiding something in your heart? You are a great talent in this world. If others don't know it, why don't I know it? Say it quickly, or don't blame me for transferring you to Xiaoguan. Guard." Lu Bu looked like he was going to attack the enemy.
Jia Xu waved his hands repeatedly and said, "Marquis Wen's praise is just for me, but I am ashamed to deserve it."
Then he stroked his black and white beard and thought deeply, "I think Cao Cao is faking his illness."
"I agree, but I don't know what his intention is." Lin Mo nodded with deep understanding.
When he heard that both of them agreed that Cao Cao was malingering, Lu Bu's heart dropped.
It seems that the dream of annexing Yu and Yanzhou has been shattered. Damn Cao Cao, why can't he be really critically ill?
"After the news of the Poetry Society spreads, Cao Cao will inevitably face pressure from both sides. The morale in the military camp inside is low, and the powerful families outside will be timid. In this case, Cao Cao will be in a dilemma.
What should I do? I might as well get sick, so that I can have an explanation both internally and externally. "
Even Lu Bu could understand the meaning of Jia Xu's words.
After all, he definitely wanted to start a war by purchasing the war horse, and launching a war would inevitably require the support of the powerful families, and the impact of the Poetry Society would make the powerful families shrink back.
But if we really give up, where will the court's face be?
At this time, a headache breaks out and the battle plan can only be shelved to make things easier.
"There is another possibility. This is Cao Cao's plan to underestimate the enemy, so as to make Marquis Wen arrogant and even take the initiative to attack."
Jia Xu continued: "Therefore, I would like to suggest that the defenses of Peicheng and Xiaoguan cannot be slackened at all. The troops and horses can only be increased but not reduced. The training of each department remains the same. At the same time, multiple scouts are sent to keep an eye on Qiaojun and Taishanjun. Incoming troops from the direction.
As long as he waits until June of the next year, Cao Cao will not dare to act rashly even if he has thoughts about Xuzhou. "
The old scumbag's analysis can be said to be an overview of the whole situation. He explained everything that Lin Mo thought of and didn't expect.
No matter which choice Cao Cao made, he suggested taking the safest path, which was to ensure that there would be no fighting before June next year. After this point, Yuan Shao had probably pacified Youzhou and became Cao Cao's number one threat. .
At that time, he had to give up Xuzhou.
Lu Bu finally came to his senses, but he still looked at Lin Mo for verification out of habit. Seeing the latter's affirmative nod, he said: "Okay, the training of the various ministries remains the same. Xiao Guan Peicheng's defense will not move, and more scouts will be added." The activity area should remain unchanged to cope with the ever-changing situation.”
Cao Cao was obviously critically ill, but he still faced a powerful enemy. Lu Bu felt that the old bastard was a little too cautious.
Sometimes fighting requires recklessness.
After all, Lin Mo also nodded. Although Lu Bu was very disappointed, he still reluctantly complied.
"Master-in-law, actually it is best for us to have a truce with each other and join forces to fight against Yuan. There are some things that Cao Cao can do, but we may not be able to do them." Seeing Lu Bu's loss, Lin Mo consoled him with a joking tone.
"No matter what time, Yunwen can clearly judge the situation, I admire him." Jia Xu smiled and handed over his hand.
At first, I admired Lin Mo. After the defeat at Donglinkou, I saw Lin Mo's identity as the leader and confirmed that he was Lu Bu's successor.
Being the master of the future, accurate insight into the battle situation is more important than this strategy.
For example, Jia Xu believed what Lin Mo said earlier.
Cao Cao was able to launch wars again and again because he was willing to fight. If he really defeated Xuzhou and Huainan, he would have the ability to quickly stabilize the situation because he had the imperial court behind him.
But Lu Bu couldn't do it. He took a step back and said that Cao Cao was really dead. He took over Yu and Yanzhou by luck. Lu Bu didn't have the ability to stabilize the situation in a short period of time.
Stabilizing Xuzhou relies on the Chen family and the Lu family working behind the scenes, while stabilizing Huainan relies on the influence of the Liu Ye and Qiao families.
Henan and Yanzhou, especially Yanzhou, have been controlled by the Yingchuan lineage for a long time. Lu Bu couldn't control the heroes of Yingchuan at all, and in the end he just got a backyard full of smoke.
What's more, in the confrontation with Cao Cao, he could fail once, twice, or even three times, but Lu Bu couldn't, he could defeat him once.
This is the heritage, the heritage of the Cao family and the Xiahou family, the heritage of the Yingchuan lineage, and even the heritage of the puppet emperor Liu Xie.
This kind of foundation cannot be caught up in a year and a half by relying on clever tricks or inventions.
Lu Bu didn't understand this truth, but Lin Mo understood it, which was enough to make Jia Xu feel at ease.
Anyway, you son-in-law should focus on the younger ones.
"Fight Yuan."
Lu Bu was in a daze for a moment, and memories of the past emerged. He couldn't help but smile with emotion, "I had at least three chances to kill him back then. What a pity."
He thought of the young man who dared to draw his sword on the court and shouted at the powerful Dong Zhuo: My sword is not bad. Nine years have passed in the blink of an eye.
"My father-in-law, you must not underestimate Yuan Shao. He is not Yuan Shu. He is truly the number one prince in the world."
Lu Bu waved his hand and sighed, "I know, on the eve of the Mid-Autumn Festival, the secret troops of the Northern Kingdom reported back that Yuan Shao had no less than 300,000 soldiers and horses, and more than 20,000 cavalry alone. There were also all kinds of chariots rushing into the formation. There was an inexhaustible supply. With inexhaustible food, grass, ordnance, I never dared to look down upon him.
It was just a momentary sentiment. "
"So many?" Lin Mo was speechless this time.
Let’s not talk about the strength of the troops. Twenty thousand cavalry alone is scary enough, and there are also chariots.
It's embarrassing to say that I have been assisting my old father-in-law for more than a year, and I have never even seen what a chariot looks like.
If you look at it this way, Comrade Yuan is really inhumane. It is embarrassing to lose to Cao Cao.
"The most important point is that we have never fought against Yuan's army. We don't know how powerful they are." Jia Xu couldn't help but frowned.
After analyzing that Cao Cao's malingering should not cause a big wave, the topic of discussion has changed to fighting Yuan Shao next year.
Zhao Yun, who had never had a chance to speak, finally spoke, "Yuan Shao has four generals under his command, known as the Four Court Pillars of Hebei. Yan Liang and Wen Chou, the commanders of the three armies, were praised by Yuan Shao for their bravery as no less than Wen Hou.
The last general had a battle with Wen Chou, and his shooting skills were sharp and extremely brave.
There are two other people, Zhang He and Gao Lan. It is said that these two men are also brave enough to win the three armies, and their bravery is extraordinary. "
Hebei Four Courtyard Pillars.
Lu Bu remained calm. He was least afraid of the opponent's bravery. Yuan Shu also said that Ji Lingzhi's bravery was not inferior to his, and the actual strength was only seen on the battlefield.
Seeing that Lu Bu was unmoved, Zhao Yun continued: "When it comes to combat power, Yuan Shao's most elite troops are two teams. One is to go to the camp first. There are 800 people to go to the camp first. They all carry heavy crossbows and are extremely accurate. , there is no case of false hair.
During the Battle of Jieqiao, General Gongsun led the White Horse Yi Cong to defeat Yuan Shao. Unexpectedly, Yuan Shao went to the camp first and hid in the queue. When the White Horse Yi Cong approached, the queue dispersed. The two thousand White Horse Yi Cong were not even fifty steps closer to the enemy. More than half of them were lost, and in the end only a few hundred horses were spared. "
Recalling the tragic situation at that time, Zhao Yun couldn't help but feel sorry for the former leader, and said solemnly: "Because the Baima Yiyi Cong has been completely destroyed, General Gongsun has lost his support, and he has been defeated again and again, which is sad."
Lin Mo was relatively clear about the events before and after the Battle of the Boundary Bridge, which could be said to be the beginning of Gongsun Zan's downfall.
But the old father-in-law and Jia Xu didn't know much about this, and their expressions were solemn, "I only knew that Gongsun Zan was defeated at Jieqiao, but I didn't know that there was such a story in the middle. It seems that he was the first to enter the camp and should not be underestimated."
Whether it is Cao Cao's extremely elite cavalry in Anfeng County or the more than a thousand Bingzhou wolf cavalry under his command, they are all as fast as the wind.
But in terms of speed alone, I'm afraid it won't be better than Baima Yicong. Even they can't survive, which has to be said to make Lu Bu a little worried.
After all, like Gongsun Zan, his greatest reliance is on his cavalry.
"Where's the second one?" Jia Xu couldn't help but ask.
Zhao Yun continued: "The second group is the Euphorbia soldiers commanded by Zhang He. I heard that after Yuan Shao annexed the three states of Qing, Bing, and Ji, he selected a thousand elite troops from more than 200,000 troops. They are not among the troops. The military princes and camp commanders, namely the captains and Sima, were brave and not afraid of death, and were extremely brave.
They are all holding big halberds and giant shields, and are wearing heavy armor. Although their movements are not fast, once they get close to each other, both men and horses will be torn apart.
Yuan Shao formed this group of Euphorbia soldiers to deal with General Gongsun's White Horse Yi Cong. However, after the boundary bridge, the White Horse Yi Cong never disappeared, so people in the world did not hear much about the name of the Euphorbia Soldiers. "
Hearing these words, Lu Bu had already started rubbing his swollen temples.
In this way, Yuan Shao not only has more soldiers, but also has elites who are not inferior to the trapped camp.
This battle is difficult.
No wonder Wen He and Yun Wen both concluded that as long as they survived these six months, Cao Cao would not dare to have any ideas, and Yuan Shao would be the most powerful opponent.
"Fortunately, Zilong came, and I learned a lot about Yuan Shao's situation." Lu Bu cast an appreciative look at Zhao Yun.
"Marquis Wen's words are serious." Zhao Yun bowed his hands.
The general situation is understood clearly.
Lu Bu didn't feel any relief because he learned the information about the other party. On the contrary, he felt even more depressed.
"Fortunately, even if Yuan Shao goes south, Cao Cao will be the first to bear the brunt. We are still in a relatively safe situation. However, if the battle situation turns upside down, Marquis Wen will also need to help Cao Cao." Jia Xu reminded.
Lu Bu laughed dryly. Things in the world are like chess, and earth-shattering changes may occur in one day.
Yesterday I was working hard to counter Cao Cao, but today I have to worry about him losing to Yuan Shao, so I have to help him.
"What are you thinking about, Yunwen." Seeing Lin Mo pondering without saying a word, Lu Bu couldn't help but look at him.
"Now that the enemy has changed from Cao Cao to Yuan Shao."
Lin Mo came back to his senses and said quietly: "Then, give him two gifts in case of emergency."
(End of chapter)
