My husband Zhuge Kongming

In the Prime Minister's Mansion, Cao Cao looked troubled.

When he moved this time, all the elite of the army came out. If there was chaos in the rear, he would not be able to rest assured without anyone he could trust.

In the past, it was Xun Yu who did these tasks, but now Xun Yu no longer wants to stand with him.

Among his advisers, he invited Xun You to take over Xun Yu's job. They were all from the Yingchuan Xun family, so the nobles would still give him some face.

Even if it were handed over to Xun You, it would be extremely risky.

Most of the interests of the families are the same at this time.

If Xun You was instigated to rebel, then he would really have no way out.

Of course, what made Cao Cao most helpless was that Xun You said that he was really afraid that his lack of talents would miss Cao Cao's important events.

Not only Cao Cao but also Xun You knew the situation in the North. The aristocratic families in various places were stable at this time, but it was only because Cao Pi was cruel and promised something in the future.

For this reason, Cao Cao also let the wind go. What Cao Pi promised will be fulfilled by Cao Pi in the future.

To put it simply, this means that Cao Cao endorsed Cao Pi. As long as there are no accidents, Cao Pi will be Cao Cao's successor.

For the sake of a somewhat possible future, perhaps the major families are willing to wait. If given a choice, no one wants to die.

"Prime Minister, Xun Lingjun has left the house!" The attendant came to report.

Cao Cao was stunned. During this period of time, Xun Yu hardly left his house. "Where have you been?"

"Royal Palace."

"Imperial palace?" Cao Cao smiled bitterly, Xun Yu was going to live and die with the emperor.

Xun Yu was afraid of Cao Cao, so he really used the emperor as bait for some strategies.

On the side, Xun You also remained silent.

"Gongda," Cao Cao no longer hesitated, "I will leave the rear to you. If anything happens, I will give you the right to act expediently. I will ask Zi Jian to help you in Yecheng."

Giving it to Xun You was his last choice.

Xun You rubbed his brows and had to agree. It wasn't that he couldn't do it, but that he couldn't do it at this time.

He also knew that Cao Cao had already laid out many things for him, and it would not look good if he refused again.

Besides, Cao Cao also entrusted his son to him, but he couldn't refuse.

It's not that he lacks confidence, but that the overall situation is unclear.

Although Cao Cao had nearly 400,000 men to fight, he had used all the power in the north, and the situation in the south was still much more difficult to handle than they had initially expected.

Seeing Xun You's expression, Cao Cao naturally knew the reason. He patted Xun You on the shoulder and smiled, "Don't worry, Gongda. After so many years of fighting, this may be the last time. How dare Cao not not try his best?"

Xun You nodded, "You understand."

Cao Cao smiled again, what kind of difficulties he had, he didn't get over it.

It is easy to do it to boost the morale of your subordinates.

That night.

Cao Cao met Sima Yi in the study.

The aristocratic families in the North don't like the Sima family now, so he feels safe using Sima Yi.

Furthermore, Sima Yi's wife and children are also under his control, and he is not afraid of Sima Yi's disobedience.

Of course, this is also a last resort.

If there are no restrictions, his situation will probably break up soon.

"Zhongda, I've really worked hard on you during this time." Cao Cao spoke, which was a word of comfort.

Sima Yi repeatedly handed over his hand and said, "This is my duty."

"Responsible or not, it's all lies." Cao Cao waved his hand and looked at Sima Yi, "I know the truth. It was your idea for Zihuan to meet Sun Quan and meet the aristocratic family."

"Yes." Sima Yi did not deny it. After all, this matter can be found out with just a little research.

Moreover, Cao Pi would not hide these things from Cao Cao. After all, they were things that were beneficial to Cao Cao's rule.

"Thank you Zhongda." Cao Cao smiled and said, "Now that the troops and horses have gathered and the food and grass have been shipped, what does Zhongda think of the emperor returning the capital?"

Sima Yi was silent for a while, and then said, "The emperor's return to the capital is just an excuse. Liu Bei wants to use this to seize control of the emperor."

Cao Cao just nodded and motioned for Sima Yi to continue.

"The Prime Minister was defeated at Xuchang two years ago, and General Xiahou died. It was not a good start for the Northern Army."

Cao Cao was silent.

Yes, he knew at that time that Liu Bei could not be allowed to continue developing like this.

But there was no way, the other party developed much better than he expected.

Moreover, it is much better than this one.

"In addition to the arrangement of that female monarch, there are not many people in the Northland family who treat the Prime Minister sincerely."

"What about the Sima family?" Cao Cao then looked at Sima Yi, his eyes seemingly without any emotion.

But Sima Yi knew that that look contained suspicion and inquiry.

"The eldest brother is the Prime Minister's keeper, and my father and the Prime Minister are old acquaintances. The Sima family treats the Prime Minister sincerely."

Sima Yi said without hesitation, even though he already knew the decision made by his father, he was sure that Cao Cao had not received the news at this time.

Cao Cao laughed loudly and nodded with satisfaction, "Zhongda, do you still remember the true nature of your father's recommendation?"

Sima Yi just smiled and cursed, remember you still do such things, "So, we need people with reputation and ability who can guard the place when the Prime Minister goes on an expedition. In fact, the Prime Minister's current arrangement is optimal."

Cao Cao sighed slightly, what is the best, but there is just no way.

"But there are only two things. One, the safety of the emperor, and two, the results of the first battle." Sima Yi continued, "I heard that the hundreds of people sent by Liu Bei are still in the palace to protect the emperor?"

Cao Cao nodded, "Well, there are only a hundred people, so they are of little use."

"At this point, any detail can determine the future situation." Sima Yi shook his head, "Therefore, I ask the Prime Minister to send someone to kill the hundred people."

Cao Cao frowned.

He actually didn't care, but he felt it was unnecessary.

"Prime Minister, the more critical the moment comes, the more cautious we must be. Having these hundred people by the Emperor's side is very detrimental to our plans."

Cao Cao thought for a while, then nodded, "Yes."

Sima Yi breathed a sigh of relief. Fortunately, Cao Cao was also a lord who listened to advice. "Secondly, during this march, the emperor must be firmly controlled."

Cao Cao nodded again, there was no problem with this.

"In the battle with Liu Bei's army, our army is at a disadvantage, so we must make more use of our geographical advantages."

"Convenient location?"

"It rains a lot in summer, and the environment is humid and difficult to burn. Although ointment and tung oil are good, they are difficult to implement."

Cao Cao sighed, what Sima Yi said was what he was worried about.

Even if there is a fire attack, there are not enough flammable items, and the environment is humid, so the effect of this attack is not very good.

“And it’s rainy in summer, so we need to look for opportunities to attack with water.”

Cao Cao was slightly stunned, a chance of water attack?

Although he also sent people to practice naval warfare, it is an indisputable fact that northerners are not good at water.

But he quickly realized that if it were feasible, the strength of Liu Bei's army's armor would become a sharp blade that took away the lives of soldiers.

As the title.