Reincarnation Showdown

Chapter 20
When Lin Yuan returned to Yanzhou, it had been half a year since he left Yanzhou to be an envoy to Soochow—although this was due to his slow journey, the inconvenient transportation in ancient times was also one of the reasons.

It took Zhang Qian 13 years to go to the Western Regions for the first time.

Although Lin Yuan's journey is short, it is not possible to go back and forth in a short period of time.

However, in the six months since he left, Cao Ying was still operating according to his plan: he personally drew up a "talent list", which included Xun Yu, Xun You, Cheng Yu, and Guo Jia, all of whom were famous people nearby and also Cao Cao's counselor in the original book.

Formulated a strategy to conquer Qingzhou in advance.

And pointed out the use of "grain and grass" and the refugee resettlement system to attract the Qingzhou Army.

"Haha, Zhiyao, you're finally back." When he returned to Cao Ying, Cao Cao happened to be discussing matters, and he personally went over to hold Lin Yuan and pulled Lin Yuan into the tent, saying, "It's just in time, I just finished your job before you leave. According to the previous plan, now the army is strong, the soldiers are wise and the generals are brave, and we are discussing what to do next!"

Then, he introduced everyone in the tent to Lin Yuan one by one.

First of all, Xun Yu was the first son of a family to seek refuge with him. This is a counselor with extraordinary background and outstanding talents.

It means a lot.

"Xun Yu, I have seen the military advisor."

At this time, Xun Yu was still very young, and he looked at Lin Yuan with obvious dissatisfaction, but he was polite and courteous, showing the cultivation of the aristocratic family to the fullest.

Lin Yuan can deeply feel that it is reasonable for the gentry to occupy the world.

It is not a "social deformity" that can be concluded.

"This is Cheng Yu."

Compared to Xun Yu, this person was obviously much more arrogant, and he directly showed his dissatisfaction with Lin Yuan, he just nodded his head lightly, and he didn't even want to call him "Military Adviser".

It looks very much like the Wenchen version of Guan Yu.

If Lin Yuan hadn't called him out to recruit him, and hadn't seen him yet, and said that his personality was not bad, Cao Cao wouldn't have wanted to use this person too much.

After all, this is not the Cao Ying lacking counselors in the original book, but the Cao Ying with Lin Yuan.

Regarding Cheng Yu's current attitude, Cao Cao also had some disapproval, but he didn't say much—as the lord, he should not have too obvious a bias for his subordinates, and he should only focus on talents. This is the strategy Lin Yuan formulated for him. .

Lin Yuan also said, don't worry about other people's affairs.

Therefore, Cao Cao continued to introduce: "This is 'Guo Jia', Guo Fengxiao."

Compared to Cheng Yu, he valued Guo Jia even more, even on a par with Xun Yu.

Because this is a person who can clearly see his talents. Every word and every action makes Cao Cao feel extraordinary. He has a thorough view of things, a precise view of people's hearts, and a unique concept of life, which Cao Cao has only seen in his life.

If there is anyone who can beat him, it is only Lin Yuan.

In Cao Cao's eyes, although Guo Jiazhi's talent is great, it is still superficial, but Lin Yuan looks no different from ordinary people, unfathomable, and he is one of the few people who cannot see through in his life.

"Feng Xiao, I have seen the military division."

Guo Jia's attitude was not bad and he did not show any obvious dissatisfaction. However, he did not stand up when he said hello. Instead, he picked up a bowl of wine, nodded and drank it in one gulp.

It gave Cao Cao a headache.

He was really afraid that his "backyard" would catch fire.

"This Fengxiao is good at everything, but he is addicted to alcohol. When I went to visit him, he was too humble and greeted me with wine. However, as you said, military officer, he is indeed a big man. talent."

His words highlighted Guo Jia's character, and also mentioned Lin Yuan's evaluation of Guo Jia.

It is to bring the relationship between the two closer.

However, Lin Yuan didn't care about these things at all. After nodding his head and saying hello, he turned his head to look at Huang Zhong, who was also present, and said with a smile, "General Huang, long time no see, I feel so refreshed!"

In this regard, Huang Zhong hastily bowed and saluted.

Said: "Thanks to the military advisor for sending Hua Tuo to treat my son's illness. I used to worry that he would die young, but now he is not only getting better and able to practice martial arts, but he also has a wife and is pregnant for more than a month—— Huang Zhong has nothing to repay, if the military commander has assigned him, he will give up his life to obey the order!"

This certainly means repaying a debt of gratitude, but it also shows that he wants to make contributions without the encumbrance of his family.

However, his political intelligence is not very high.

At this time, saying such words can easily arouse Cao Cao's fear.

In other words, Lin Yuan doesn't care.

I'm afraid I wouldn't dare to change someone else.

"Speaking of which, I didn't expect that either." Cao Cao said, "A few days ago, due to lack of manpower, I let my little girl handle chores, but unexpectedly, when I was making medicine for Han Sheng's son, I secretly fell in love with him again and again. I quickly don't like beating mandarin ducks with clubs, so I betrothed my little girl, and now Xu'er is the son-in-law of someone Cao."

This made Lin Yuan couldn't help feeling that Cao Cao was really amazing.

Marrying someone else may be just a marriage, but to Huang Zhong, it's worth his heart and soul.

Because the Huang family lacks people.

The meaning of icing on the cake and giving charcoal in the snow are not the same.

"Everyone, let me introduce to you too. This is Zhao Yun and Zhao Zilong, the number one general in my Cao camp. He once fought alone among the hundreds of thousands of Xiliang troops and killed Dong Zhuo. Kill Dong Zhuo!"

Cao Cao introduced Zhao Yun to others.

After everyone got acquainted with each other, they took their seats according to Lin Yuan's rule that "Writing is in the east and Wu is in the west".

On the left are Zhao Yun, Cao Ren, Cao Hong, Xiahou Dun, Xia Houyuan and others, while on the right are Xun Yu as the leader, followed by Guo Jia, representing their status in Cao's camp.

As for Lin Yuan, he was in a separate row, right next to Cao Cao.

The status of a military adviser is higher than that of all advisers and generals.

"Under the guidance of the military adviser, I have already recruited Wen Ruo, Feng Xiao and other great talents under my command. The military generals also include Zilong, Cao Ren, and Huang Hansheng, and I have subdued the Qingzhou Army. Now there are 30 soldiers and horses. Looking at the world, no more Don't be afraid of any princes!"

Since the Qingzhou Army had been subdued several years in advance, and Lin Yuan, Zhao Yun, and Huang Zhong were added, Cao Cao was in high spirits at this time.

He also has that capital.

Monopolizing Yanzhou and Qingzhou, no matter the territory or the population, no matter whether it is soldiers, advisers or generals, he is the top existence among the princes, who is he afraid of?
"My lord, I think it's time to send troops to Xuzhou and occupy the coastal areas first!" Cheng Yu said.

Hearing this, Cao Cao immediately asked, "Why?"

"There are three advantages!" Cheng Yu said: "First, since ancient times, in the chaos of war, those who rely on natural dangers only need to face the enemy head-on, while those who have no support have to face the enemy from the back. Pressure. Thirdly, Xuzhou is a world-renowned granary with a large population, and there are famous Langya scholars living in it, which is conducive to strengthening our army!"

The pros and cons of these words were clearly analyzed, making Xun Yu, Guo Jia and others nod their heads.

For a while, Cao Cao also felt that Xuzhou was indeed a good place that should be given priority.

You must know that Xuzhou, one of the ancient Kyushu, is not a small modern city, but a large state that includes parts of Shandong and Jiangsu and covers a very wide range.

Moreover, it can also form a triangle with his Qingzhou and Yanzhou and rely on each other.

"What do the military advisers think?" Cheng Yu suddenly looked at Lin Yuan and said with a strong sense of gunpowder.

(End of this chapter)