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the other side.

Cao Ang continued to stay in the military camp. After thinking for a long time, he decided to send troops to fight against Dong Zhuo.

However, this time he did not choose to start from Chang'an, but from Luoyang.

Because in the original plot, Cao Ang once led 500 cavalrymen to attack Luoyang City.

But he was stopped by Lu Bu, the general sent by Yuan Shu to guard Luoyang.

At that time, Lu Bu was wearing golden armor and holding double halberds. He looked so majestic that it dazzled people. Seeing this, Cao Ang had no choice but to lead his soldiers to retreat.

So now he naturally has to do it again according to the original routine.

And he also knew the strength of the generals under his command.

Although he had trained them into elite cavalry, it was still very difficult to capture a fortified city like Luoyang.

So Cao Ang changed his strategy, gave up attacking from Chang'an, and headed south instead.

There are three main purposes for doing this: first, this water source can be used to facilitate the transportation of food and fodder.

Second, to avoid an ambush by Yuan Shu. Most importantly, this place is relatively close to Yingchuan.

If he really encountered Yuan Shu or Lu Bu, Cao Cao could rely on the advantages of Yingchuan to deal with the opponent.

"My lord, why did you suddenly think of attacking Dong Zhuo?" Xun You asked puzzledly.

Cao Ang shook his head and said, "I also find it strange, but according to the news sent back some time ago.

At this moment, Dong Zhuo was leading his troops westward, attempting to seize the two counties of Yanzhou and Yuzhou, and might even invade Jizhou.

Therefore, I think we should take this opportunity to recapture Hebei!"

Xun You nodded, then frowned and said, "But Dong is a famous general. If we don't deploy in advance, it will be difficult to win!"

"Ah."

Cao Ang pondered for a moment, and suddenly an idea flashed through his mind.

"Since we are going to fight, we must prepare food. Go and discuss this with a few advisers."

After hearing this, Xun You immediately bowed and took his leave, then went to do what Cao Ang had asked him to do.

Not long after, Xun You found five counselors, namely Ju Su, Feng Ji, Chen Qun, Fa Zheng and Tian Feng.

All five of them were wise counselors, and Xun Yu had worked with them before, so Xun You trusted them very much.

"My lord, why did you summon us here? I wonder what's the important matter?"

Chen Gong spoke first. Although he was a weak scholar, he was not inferior to Xun Yu in planning, and was even better.

Cao Ang didn't waste any words and directly stated his purpose.

He asked the five advisers to write a letter respectively, and then have their trusted confidants send it to Donglai by express horse and deliver it to Xu Shu.

“You all know that wars are raging everywhere in the world, people are living in misery, famine is rampant, and bandits are rampant.

This beast Dong Zhuo brought countless harm to the people, making them suffer terribly.

But today's emperor is incompetent and immoral, the government is corrupt, the people are full of resentment, and Dong Zhuo is even more arrogant and domineering, committing all kinds of evil.

We are all loyal subjects of the Han Dynasty and we should support the country and eliminate violence and protect the good.

Therefore, Xu Yuanzhi was specially invited to come out and organize an army to rescue the king.

I hope you will do your best to assist him."

After hearing this, everyone nodded in agreement.

Xun You smiled and said, "My lord is wise. We will do our best to help Yuan Zhi."

"Well, I'll leave it to you guys." Cao Ang said with a fist.

Afterwards, Xun You took everyone away and left to look for Xu Shu.

At the same time, Xu Shu was studying military books in his mansion.

Suddenly, a guard came to report that there were some urgent military matters that needed his attention. So Xu Shu stopped reading, put on his military uniform and went to the living room.

"Master, you have been busy with military affairs these days and have not been able to visit me. Please forgive me!"

Cao Ang picked up the teacup, took a sip, and said apologetically.

Xu Shu waved his hand and said with a smile: "My lord, that's not right. I just found some time to come out of retreat and haven't had time to visit you yet!"

As he spoke, he picked up the letter on the table and began to read it carefully.

"Master Clerk, what are these letters? Why do you want to trouble you to review them personally?" Cao Ang asked.

"Oh, these letters are confidential documents from Xudu."

After saying this, Xu Shu showed a solemn expression on his face, "Not only that, these letters also come with several portraits, which appear to be the lord's family and relatives, as well as some other characters.

After reading it, I felt it was a bit weird, so I quickly reported it to the lord."

Upon hearing this, Cao Ang's face suddenly turned gloomy, and then he picked up the letter and examined it carefully.

"Master, do you think there is any connection between the portraits of these people and the letters?" Cao Ang raised his head and looked at Xu Shu seriously.

"this."

Xu Shu was stunned for a moment, then said, "My Lord, to be honest, the people in these portraits and letters are too unfamiliar.

I have never seen it, nor heard of it, but it feels very familiar.

But one thing is certain, this person is definitely not a relative or friend of the lord, but rather an enemy."

After listening to this, Cao Ang was silent for a while, and then said: "Since they are neither relatives nor friends, then they must be enemies?"

Xu Shu nodded and said, "It is very likely so. But the details still need to be investigated."

Cao Ang sighed and said, "Alas, I originally thought that Dong Zhuo was just a corrupt official, but I didn't expect him to be so cruel and cruel."

"My lord, don't worry. Now that you know Dong Zhuo's secret, it will be much easier to eliminate him.

I suggest that you immediately dispatch troops to encircle and suppress Dong Zhuo and completely eradicate this cancer!" Xu Shu advised.

"it is good!"

Cao Ang agreed, and then ordered: "Meng Yuan, send someone to summon Han Hao immediately. I have something important to discuss with him."

"Yes!"

Han Hao immediately turned and left.

Soon, Han Hao arrived at Cao Ang's room with a dozen cavalrymen.

He bowed to Cao Ang and said, "I, Han Hao, pay my respects to you, my lord. What instructions do you have for me?"

Cao Ang looked at the cavalry in front of him, nodded with satisfaction, and then pointed to several letters on the table.

He ordered: "Send these letters to Donglai, give them to Xu Yuanzhi, and tell him to be careful.

Also, select 10,000 of these cavalrymen and set off to Yecheng immediately!"

Han Hao immediately took the order, then walked out of the room and led a thousand cavalrymen to Donglai.

After Han Hao left, Cao Ang continued, "Zi Yang, you are responsible for coordinating the food and grass, and make sure to collect enough food and grass before the spring plowing.

Also, send out scouts to investigate the situation in various parts of Youzhou. If you find anything unusual, report it to me immediately!"

Xun You nodded and said, "I obey your command!"

Cao Ang's plan was implemented very smoothly.

After receiving Xun You's letter, Xu Shu immediately sent the Embroidered Uniform Guard to Jizhou to secretly investigate Dong Zhuo's situation.

At the same time, he also mobilized troops from Qingzhou to head to Yecheng.

As for Yanzhou, because Xun Yu died and Yanzhou Governor Liu Dai was killed by Dong Zhuo, the power in Yanzhou was controlled by Yuan Shao.

Therefore, the generals under Liu Dai were also ready to make some moves. (End of this chapter)