People in the Three Kingdoms: Starting from Preaching

Chapter 500 The Big Devil

Is there really anything that can be beyond our own cognition?

Zhou Yu didn't think so.

Everything in the world has its own common sense. It is impossible for one to not fully understand this world. Even if one is not omniscient and omnipotent, one should be familiar with most of the laws governing the operation of things in the world. In this case, what else could be beyond one's cognition?

He is a top-notch hero of the time, which gives him enough confidence.

However, whenever the man's name appeared in his mind, a trace of gloom would inexplicably flash through his heart, which made his self-confidence become less perfect, and there would always be a trace of uneasiness and doubt lingering in his heart.

There are common sense in the world, but some people always play by their own rules, like that man.

From a metaphysical perspective, that man is the number one leader in the world today. This identity itself is full of mystery. Even though Zhou Yu does not believe in ghosts and gods, he can't help but think too much when he encounters such an existence.

Realistically speaking, that man also has mysterious means. He can make balloons fly into the sky and observe the microscopic world. Aren't these things beyond common sense?
"Gongjin, what are you worried about?" As if noticing the subtle changes in Zhou Yu's expression, Lu Su on the side could not help but ask. This kind of question may be because he had the same strange feeling in his heart, so he spoke out to seek resonance.

However, Zhou Yu was obviously not in the mood to delve into his innermost emotions. He shook his head and said, "It's nothing. The battle is still going on at the front line. We should pay more attention to the battle situation!"

After hearing this, Lu Su said no more. He just stayed by his side in silence and watched the war together.

As time passed, Zhou Yu kept an eye on the changes on the battlefield, and from time to time conveyed instructions to his subordinates. Once he found any looseness in any part, he would immediately order the fleet in the rear to provide reinforcements.

The process of this naval battle was actually not complicated. The two sides did not aim to destroy each other as a tactical goal, but were fighting for control of the waterway, one defending stubbornly and the other launching a powerful attack.

Half an hour passed, then an hour passed, and the river water in the center of the battlefield was dyed red. Some corpses could be seen floating down the river, but what could not be seen were more people who were pulled to the bottom of the river by the weight of the armor.

Soldiers from both sides sank into the river one by one, and the ships of both sides were not much better off.

Amid the constant collisions and destruction, countless small boats have capsized in the river. Even many medium-sized ships have been destroyed in the collisions and then slowly swallowed up by the river.

But these were not enough to stop the war between the two sides. The ship in front sank into the river, but more ships were added to fill the gap. The soldiers in front fell on the deck, but more soldiers jumped up from the back.

The decks of the Yellow Turbans' warships were mixed with Wu and Shu sailors who were charging at them, while the warships of the Wu and Shu navy were also mixed with Yellow Turbans who jumped aboard.

There is fighting in every corner. Whoever can eliminate the enemy soldiers can control the ship. This is a war of attrition between evenly matched forces. The closer the strength, the more intense and cruel the war will be.

But this intensity will eventually come to an end, and slowly, the situation on the battlefield has undergone subtle changes.

Perhaps Zhou Yu's judgment was indeed accurate. After a long and fierce battle, it could be seen that the Yellow Turbans' offensive began to lose its momentum.

The Yellow Turban navy fleet, which had been so aggressive at first, was unable to shake the iron-clad defense of Wu and Shu after a long attack, and eventually showed signs of decline.

It can be clearly seen that the frontline positions of the Yellow Turban Navy have become chaotic. Whether it is the warship attacks or boarding combat, they are gradually losing unified coordination.

This shows that the command system of the Yellow Turban Navy has begun to fail!

"The turning point has finally come. The Yellow Turban navy is inexperienced after all. They have no idea how to maintain effective command in a naval battle and have lost their composure under the fierce attack. Perhaps it's time for us to counterattack!" Lu Su had a sharp eye and quickly noticed the change in the situation. He became excited and looked at Zhou Yu beside him.

At this moment, Zhou Yu's eyes lit up, and he held the sword at his waist tightly. Although his face showed some hesitation, he was still in no hurry to give orders.

This made Lu Su stunned. In his impression, Zhou Yu would usually react decisively in such an opportunity. Why did he hesitate to act this time?

What he didn't know was that Zhou Yu was also making serious considerations in his mind at this time.

Should I seize the opportunity to end everything with a counterattack, or should I quit while I am ahead?

Although Zhou Yu had a trace of doubt in his heart, he did not think that the current decline of the Yellow Turban Navy was a disguise. On the contrary, this situation was a result that was truly in line with common sense.

Naval warfare is actually completely different from land warfare. A navy like the Xuanxia Navy, which was hastily established, must lack practical combat experience.

Apart from anything else, how to maintain smooth command in a complex situation where the combat units are relatively isolated but the combat is in a dynamic and changing state is a very subtle science. If you throw yourself into a protracted combat without the accumulated experience of your predecessors, chaos is bound to occur.

In the real world, there is no such thing as learning without a teacher. Compared with old-fashioned navies like Wu and Shu, the Xuanxia Navy still has a lot to learn.

But, do we have to fight back?
Could this be that person's trick?

Zhou Yu understood everything, but making a decision was not an easy thing. After all, he was facing that man, the mysterious leader of the Yellow Turbans!
Xu Chen was sufficiently vigilant and respectful of these heroes of the time. On the contrary, Zhou Yu and other elites of the time were ten times more afraid of Xu Chen.

In Xu Chen's eyes, Zhou Yu is one of the protagonists of this era, but in the eyes of Zhou Yu and others, Xu Chen is the biggest devil in the world.

Just the two words "Xu Chen" were enough to make Zhou Yu hesitate. Even though he was always decisive, he began to become hesitant.

Lu Su looked at Zhou Yu, then at the battlefield, his expression becoming even more solemn. He clearly saw that the Yellow Turbans had realized that their position was not right and began to slow down their offensive and retreat.

After such a long and fierce battle, the enemy's morale is declining. As long as we catch up with them and engage in a fight, we will surely be able to capture them in one fell swoop and end everything.

This made Lu Su a little anxious: "Gongjin, the opportunity will never come again. Are we going to just watch the Yellow Turbans leave?"

Zhou Yu's breathing became rapid and his hand holding the sword tightened. He knew very well that the opportunity for battle was fleeting. If the Yellow Turbans were allowed to retreat at this point, such a good opportunity would be wasted.

As long as we catch up with them, there is a great hope of defeating them in one fell swoop!
He couldn't help but glance at the south bank. Although it was far away, he believed that Liu Bei and Sun Quan must be nervously watching the changes in the battle situation on the shore at this time, and his orders might determine the fate of this battle and even the two countries!

With a flick, the sharp sword was pulled out.

Zhou Yu stared ahead with a determined look in his eyes.

There is a huge gap in strength between the two armies. Even if Xu Chen really has some tricks, he can't turn the tables!
"Follow my orders, chase the enemy with all your might, and defeat them in one battle!"

(End of this chapter)