Riding and cutting the imperial pirates of the Three Kingdoms

Chapter 676 It's better to be excited than to invite it

The old hatred has not gone, and a new hatred has been added, which makes Wang Zheng murderous towards Guan Yu, who he admired very much in his previous life.

However, there is a saying that people who count people always count, but Wang Zheng didn't know it at this time. The Cao Cao Group far away in Xudu was also planning the same thing. His fatal blow!
After all, as far as Cao Cao is concerned, he and Wang Zheng have the same hatred as the sea, and they cannot share the sky!
You must know that since the rise of the army, Cao Cao has been conquering from the south to the north, no matter who the opponent is, he has always been invincible and invincible, even if he has suffered two defeats (in the Battle of Bianshui, he was defeated by General Xu Rong of Dong Zhuo, Puyang, etc.) was defeated by Lu Bu), but in fact Cao Cao did not suffer any big losses.

Needless to say, Xu Rong, this was Cao Cao's first defeat in his life, but objectively speaking, it was not a crime of war.

One is that Cao Cao had just raised his troops at that time, and not only was the number of troops far inferior to Xu Rong, but most of them were recruits recruited temporarily. Under such circumstances, it was normal to lose to the well-trained Xiliang elite.

Second, Xu Rong was defeated by Li Jue in the Battle of Xinfeng not long after. Among the dead and the rebellious army, everyone died, and naturally all grievances and grievances disappeared.

The most important thing is that, strictly speaking, the Battle of Bianshui was more beneficial than harmful to Cao Cao, because it was this battle that made Cao Cao unable to advance westward under heavy casualties, and the allied forces of the Kwantung princes were overwhelmed. Fighting, drinking and singing, let him see the faces of these people clearly, so he left Suanzao in advance and went to Yangzhou, Taishan and other places to recruit soldiers. A mediocre person who fights internally and is too timid to fight externally" has raised his personal prestige sideways (until Tu Xuzhou).

Not to mention Lu Bu.

On the one hand, this civil strife actually caused all the hostile forces in Yanzhou to jump out together, giving him a chance to wipe out all of them. Even though the situation was critical at the time, it was not a bad thing in the long run.

On the other hand, who is Lu Bu?It is the most brave general in the world, the number one bear and tiger general in the world. To defeat such an opponent, even if he loses first and then wins, Cao Cao's prestige has once again risen to a higher level, and he has officially entered the list of famous generals in the world. Even those who hate him have to admit with a pinch of their noses: Cao A is a man who knows how to fight, if nothing else.

Except for Lu Bu and Xu Rong, when facing other opponents, Cao Cao has always been invincible and invincible, and every time after a big victory, it is followed by a test of his personal status.

For example, in the second year of Chuping, the black mountain bandits Yu Po, Bai Rao, Sui Gu, and others led more than [-] people to invade Yanzhou Weijun, Dongjun and other places. It was because of this battle that Cao Cao was appointed as the prefect of Dongjun by Yuan Shaobiao.

Another example is in the fourth year of Chuping, Yuan Shu and Xuzhou Mu Taoqian joined forces to attack Yuan Shao, but was defeated by Cao Cao in Kuangting, and a scene of [-]-mile pursuit was staged, forcing Yuan Shu to flee like a wolf, retreating to Yongqiu, and completely rested With the heart of going north, he turned his own power development defense line to Yangzhou in the south.

After beating Yuan Shu, Cao Cao turned around and beat Tao Qian violently. Not only did he drive him out of Rencheng, but he also conquered more than ten cities on the border between the two prefectures. In the next year, because of his father's hatred, he raised an army and invaded Xuzhou.

Not only these current princes, but others such as the Qingzhou Yellow Turban, the Southern Huns, etc., no matter how many troops there are or how powerful they are, as long as they meet Cao Cao, they will be like fish on the chopping board and will be slaughtered.

Until he met Wang Zheng, he not only seized Xuzhou, which he was thinking of, but also took an inch to snatch Taishan County in Yanzhou.
Thinking that Wang Zheng was once a member of the Qingzhou Army under his own command, but backstabbed Cao Cao at the critical moment of his expedition, how could Cao Cao not be angry and hate?
It can be said that as early as the first moment Wang Zheng surrendered and rebelled, he was already on Cao Cao's must-kill list, and now, it goes without saying.Just because Yanzhou and Xuzhou, which were ruled by the two, lived a little closer to each other, they were doomed to be unable to coexist!

However, Cao Cao, who was in Yanzhou, saw clearly how Wang Zheng had developed and grown in the past few years, and how strong his achievements were, and his mood was even more complicated.

On the one hand, every leap in Wang Zheng's strength will make Cao Cao feel regretful, and he should have acted earlier; but on the other hand, every time an opportunity comes, Cao Cao always feels that he is not sure enough, or even if he makes a move, it will be given to Wang Zheng. The blow will not be too big, if so, how to deal with it if you can't kill the snake and leave the harm?
It wasn't until Wang Zheng wanted to go south that Cao Cao finally made a decision. This time, no matter what, he had to make a move!

Because Cao Cao already had a faint premonition in his heart.
If Wang Zheng is allowed to swallow Jingzhou again, I'm afraid he won't even have the courage to act!

Perhaps this is not the best opportunity to defeat the enemy, but it is very likely to be the last chance!
In view of this, Cao Cao was extremely cautious. Even though Gan Ning had started preparations when he attacked Yuzhang, he had not formally joined the hunt, because Cao Cao knew in his heart that the only way to let the Yangzhou army go deep into Jingzhou was to stretch the battle line to a certain extent. When the level is high, it is a good opportunity to make a move!

But Cao Cao never imagined that in Wang Zheng's army, who was not good at bows and crossbows, suddenly there was a trilogy that was good at archery, Huang Zhongbu.

Especially the Battle of Ni Shuiqiao, although the scale was a little smaller, Cao Cao immediately thought of another battle from the first sight of the military newspaper.
The battle of Jieqiao that made the famous Baima Yicong completely withdraw from the stage of the end of Han Dynasty!

This is really an unpleasant association for him. Even if there is no evidence that Huang Zhong's troops are good at using weapons and conquering cities, Cao Cao has already started to mutter. What about the elite?
Then this trilogy is very likely not only good at shooting, but also good at weapons, and also good at conquering cities!
Then how can we let them go to Nanjun and threaten Xiangyang?

In order to be safe, Cao Cao had planned to enter the arena in advance, but Cheng Yu suddenly came out and said: "The Huang Zhong tribe stationed in Zuo Tang is only a few thousand people. No matter how capable they are, they will not dare to go outside the city." You Wen hired tens of thousands of troops under the watchful eye, and sent troops to Jiangling for the second time to support Wu Niu's tribe."

"According to the military newspaper, at present, in Jingzhou, the Xu Fang tribe outside Linyuan City has gathered most of Wang Zheng's troops. Now that most of Wenpin's elites have been brought back to the north by him, the defenders who stay in Linyuan must not According to what I see, perhaps Xiangyang should be more wary of the threat of this group of people."

"Currently there are nearly ten thousand Xuzhou troops under Linyuan City. In terms of military strength alone, it is indeed the route with the largest number." Cao Cao snorted coldly and said, "However, Zhu Zi has always been cunning. It is best to deceive the enemy, and there is no guarantee that no other troops will be left behind." It is necessary to guard against the backhand."

"Yuzhang was originally the land of Xinde, but now it has become the front line of the Xuzhou Army. All the supplies and logistics come from here. It is impossible for Wang Zheng not to leave a heavy army in Nanchang to calm down. The cavalry in Nanjun divided into three groups and attacked three at a time. City, and can still gain the upper hand in the three battlefields, now it seems that the number will not be small."

Cheng Yu caressed the thin beard under his lips, and analyzed carefully: "Including Xu Fang's tribe around Linyuan, Huang Zhong's tribe in Tang Dynasty, Linxiang, Luoxian and other places, there are probably 5 to [-] people. No matter how rich and powerful Wang Zheng is, under such circumstances, most of the main force has already been invested, right?"

"If there are other backups, then the defenders from Shouchun, Xiapi and other places must be transferred, and the rear will be empty. I dare to assert that at most one city can only leave three to five thousand elite soldiers to prepare for unexpected events. Even if it is extremely remarkable, my lord thinks that now that the war is in full swing, would Wang Zheng take such risks?"

Cheng Yu's analysis was reasonable, and Cao Cao couldn't help but fell into deep thought. After pondering for a moment, he said in a deep voice, "What Cheng Gong said is reasonable. If Li Zi didn't leave any other behind-the-scenes, then we should always pay attention to the developments of Xu Fangbu in Linyuan."

Xun Yu on the side also echoed: "If Xu Fang's troops are unable to go north, it is expected that Huang Zhong's troops will not dare to divide their troops again, let alone give up such a throat as Tang. Wen Pinjun was released at the same time?"

"Even if Huang Zhong's troops cannot go north for the time being, it will be a disaster to keep such a brave and brave division!"

Cao Cao immediately glanced at Cao Ren, then turned to Cheng Yu and said, "Cheng Gong, I intend to dispatch a troop to Nanjun to assist Cai Mao, what do you think?"

Cheng Yu naturally knew exactly what Cao Cao wanted to ask, and immediately replied, "Where does the lord want to dispatch from?"

"Well"

Cao Cao was not yet ready to use the surprise army that had been ambushed in advance. After contemplating for a moment, he said slowly, "How about letting Li Dian take some troops from Hongnong to Jingzhou? Judging from the performance of the Xiliang Mission today, Han Suimateng is very likely to form an alliance with us, in that case, it shouldn't be a big problem to transfer some of Sili's troops, right?"

Because the Battle of Hanoi against Zhangyang has not yet ended, Cao Cao does not have many troops at his disposal at this time, and the Kunyang defenders in Yanzhou to the east of Xudu and on the front line of Yingchuan cannot move lightly, thinking about it , Cao Cao wanted to mobilize the defenders of Sili in the west.

The biggest threat to Sili is Liangzhou. Others such as Bingzhou and Yizhou, the former has no separatist forces at the moment, and the latter is more content with the status quo. In Cao Cao's view, it is nothing to worry about.

Before Cheng Yu could answer, Xun You's expression on the side changed. He suddenly remembered something and came out and said, "My lord, the defenders of Sili may not act rashly."

Cao Cao was startled when he heard the words, and looked sideways: "Why?"

"Because there was information from Chengdu yesterday, saying that a few days ago, Lu Su in Yangzhou had already entered Sichuan." Xun You said solemnly: "I estimate the time, I am afraid that he has entered Chengdu by now!"

"Although he has not been an official in Wangzheng for a long time, he has already gained a lot of trust. The previous two major diplomatic events, whether it was borrowing food from Liu Biao or forming an alliance with Yuan Shao, were entrusted to this person. It can be seen that Lu Suding is a man of speech. An eloquent man has a solid tongue, if he persuades the people of Shu and forms an alliance with him, Yizhou will no longer be without threat, and we must not take it lightly."

"You mean Liu Zhang?"

Cao Cao couldn't help snorting: "Gongda is too worried, this son is weak and incompetent, how dare he be my enemy?"

"If it forms an alliance with Wang Zheng, it doesn't need to confront us head-on. It only needs a little troop mobilization to form a check!"

At this time, Xun Yu said solemnly: "It is not difficult to persuade Liu Zhang. Now Wang Zheng invaded Jingzhou, which happened to be a good thing. When Liu Zhang's father, Liu Yan, was alive, Liu Biao wrote a letter, saying that he had usurped his identity." Compared with the emperor in terms of utensils and clothes in the car, Liu Yan was furious when he heard about it, and at that time he had the heart to send troops to attack, but he gave up because of his health."

"Later Liu Yan died of illness, Liu Zhang succeeded to the throne, and Liu Biao sent Liu Hece to rebel against Shen Mi and set off a rebellion. Cowardly, it doesn't mean that he doesn't have the heart to take advantage of the fire, and if he meets an eloquent man like Lu Su, Xu Yi shares Jingzhou, and then takes revenge, the possibility is very high."

Hearing Xun Yu's analysis, Cao Cao was silent for a moment, and then said in a deep voice, "If the Yizhou army also enters the field, Cai Mao may really be unable to resist, then we should go out immediately!"

"But if Liu Zhang forms an alliance with Wang Zheng, what about the soldiers and horses of Sili?"

"Wen Ruo, didn't you just say that Liu Zhang formed an alliance with Wang Zheng, and he also went for Liu Que and Jingzhou, but it doesn't mean that he intends to be my enemy." Cao Cao said solemnly: "I forgive him I don't even have the guts!"

"So my lord is determined to let Li Dian lead the troops to South County?"

"That was indeed the case." Cao Cao glanced at Xun Yu, and said calmly, "However, what you said just now suddenly reminded me of an extremely important matter."

Facing everyone's astonished eyes, Cao Cao showed a relieved smile: "Masters, we also have allies!"

"My lord?" Xun Yu was the first to react, and blurted out: "Liangzhou?"

"That's right!" Cao Cao nodded his head, and said in a word: "His Wang Zheng went to seek help from Yizhou, and we can also ask Liangzhou to help him!"

"Liangzhou?" Xun Yu asked again: "My lord, do you want to persuade Han Sui, or Ma Teng? Or both?"

"Hey, they are all old, treacherous and cunning people. Sending an envoy may form an alliance, but if you want to use empty words to persuade them to send troops, I'm afraid it will be as difficult as climbing the sky!" Cao Cao said with a mocking smile on his face: " But the foreign aid I’m talking about is not the two of them.”

Who is the lord talking about?

"Zixiao knows me too."

Cao Cao looked sideways at Cao Ren, his eyes flashed with admiration, and he said in a deep voice, "That's right, this Ma Chao is not only Ma Teng's son-in-law, but also a heroic warrior with unworthy courage. An elite man named Fufeng Jianyong has been fighting Xiliang for several years without any resistance. Speaking of Huang Zhong, even if Wang Zheng personally takes action, I'm afraid it will be hard to get him!"

Is that little white face so powerful?

As a martial artist, Cao Ren also knew his own way. He had seen Ma Chao's actions before that his opponent was a master, but he never thought that the young man would reach the point of being "unsuitable". However, since Cao Cao said so.He was convinced, "If it is true what my lord said, this Ma Chao is indeed a powerful general, but how can we invite him?"

"Please?"

Cao Cao smiled slightly when he heard the words, and said lightly: "Young and promising, you are naturally arrogant and unruly, and the sky is heroic, so it is inevitable that you will be arrogant. For such people, you should not invite them."

"It's better to be excited!"

(End of this chapter)