I practiced magic in the Three Kingdoms

Guo Jia ordered his men to put the signed secret agreement in a brocade box, then looked at Han Fu with a smile on his face: "Hanzhou Mu made a mistake. When did Jia say that the reinforcements were sent by my master?"

"you!"

Having been teased time and again, even though Han Fu was born a coward, he could not stand Guo Jia's provocations and sarcasms. Veins on his forehead were exposed, and he angrily cursed: "Guo Fengxiao, don't think that you are the envoy of Marquis Qi, so you dare to tease me again and again! If you don't explain it clearly today, don't blame me..."

"Oh, is the governor going to start a war with my lord?"

Guo Jia had a proud face. Although Han Fu threatened his life, his smile was still elegant and calm. In his bones, he had an indomitable and domineering aura: "Please think twice before you act. In the current situation in Jizhou, who else can help except my lord?"

"you!"

Han Fu wanted to have Guo Jia dragged away and killed on the spot, but when he thought of Wang Jing standing behind Guo Jia, he didn't dare to do so.

In the end, Han Fu could only watch Guo Jia and Zhang Fei swagger away from the main gate of the governor's mansion.

After leaving and making sure that the surroundings were safe, Zhang Fei couldn't help but ask Guo Jia: "You just kept provoking Han Fu. Aren't you afraid that he will lose his mind in a rage and really kill you?"

"Yide, you don't know. Jia is not afraid of Han Wenjie's anger. What I'm afraid of is that he is not angry enough. He is a coward who is used to being a turtle. If he is not furious, how can he muster the courage to fight Yuan Benchu ​​to the death? That's why I keep provoking his emotions and making him immersed in anger, leaving him no time and energy to consider other things."

Guo Jia's shaking head made Zhang Fei feel that his intelligence was underestimated, which made him very unhappy: "Humph, who said I don't understand people's hearts? I don't understand other people's hearts, but I'm sure your heart is black!"

"Yide, what you said is wrong. I, Guo Fengxiao, have always treated people with sincerity. Don't talk nonsense and ruin my reputation."

After saying that, Guo Jia rode on his horse and headed out of the city.

Zhang Fei quickly chased after him, looking puzzled: "Hey, we just arrived in Yecheng, where are we going now?"

"Didn't I just say that I always treat people with sincerity? I've already boasted to Hanzhou Mu that I'm worth 50,000 reinforcements. If I don't really help him find 50,000 people, wouldn't I be a liar?"

Guo Jia spoke in a matter-of-fact tone, which left Zhang Fei dumbfounded.

It took Zhang Fei a long time to come back to his senses. "No way, are you serious? In this situation, where are you going to conjure up 50,000 reinforcements for Han Fu? Throwing beans to make soldiers? Could it be that you are the reincarnation of the demon Zhang Jue, and you also know magic?"

Guo Jia rolled his eyes at Zhang Fei in annoyance and said, "Are you incompetent or did you get kicked in the head by a donkey? Considering my age, I was already fourteen when Zhang Jue died. How can you be reincarnated? Besides, reincarnation is a Buddhist concept. We Han people in the Central Plains don't believe in it. You should stay away from that kind of nonsense in the future."

After leaving the city, Guo Jia took Zhang Fei and headed south, crossed the border of Jizhou, and entered Chaoge.

Strictly speaking, Chaoge also belongs to the Sili area and is under the jurisdiction of the capital.

However, because of the steep mountains and complex terrain nearby, there were many rebels lurking in this place, including Yu Du's troops of the Black Mountain Army, who were stationed here.

To the west of Chaoge Mountain is the notorious Tiger Ridge.

Hidden among the majestic mountains is a Yellow Turban stronghold of astonishing scale. Surrounded by mountains, it is built on a winding river. Hundreds of villages of various sizes are scattered around, each occupying a shallow area, forming a pattern of many stars surrounding the moon.

Their fortunes are intertwined; they prosper together and suffer together.

The twelve largest mountain strongholds serve as nodes where luck converges, like twelve big moons, suppressing the destiny of this place.

This place was not built by the Black Mountain Army. Rather, it was a massive project during the Xian Qin Dynasty that took ten years to build in order to consolidate the northern border.

The purpose was to prevent the northern Huns from moving southward and at the same time suppress the remnants of Zhao and Wei.

After the fall of Qin, this place fell into the hands of the Yanhan Dynasty, and after the Yellow Turban Rebellion, it was occupied by the Black Mountain Army.

There were not only garrisons in these twelve mountain strongholds, but also many civilians who followed the bandits. They had reclaimed land in the mountains, dug wells, and built canals. It was obvious that they were managing this place carefully as if it were a paradise.

In the meeting hall, when Yu Du heard his men report that there was an envoy from Marquis Qi outside the door coming to visit, the expression on his face was wonderful.

For some reason, Yu Du suddenly remembered the day when Sui Gu died in battle. The wind was so strong that the blown sand blinded his eyes.

However, the blood spurting out when Sui Gu died is so clear in my memory that when I think back to it now, it is still vivid and terrifying.

Yu Du can be considered an old Yellow Turban. He has faced countless famous generals of the imperial dynasties and even fought against several first-class generals under Yuan Shao, such as Yan Liang and Wen Chou.

But among so many opponents, no one could put such tremendous pressure on Yu Du as Wang Jing.

With mixed feelings in his heart, although he was not sure about the other party's intentions, Yu Du still decided to meet him.

Yu Du ordered a banquet to be prepared in the front hall. As soon as they met, he greeted them warmly: "I am Yu Du, nice to meet you two friends."

Zhang Fei laughed at Guo Jia after hearing this: "This guy is really stupid. You want to sell him out, but he treats you as a friend."

As soon as the loud voice opened, the whole hall was buzzing.

Yu Du was immediately attracted to Zhang Fei, and was surprised at Zhang Fei's age and cultivation. He was not even thirty years old, but he had already entered the fifth realm of martial arts. His vigorous blood was flowing continuously, and just standing there, he was like a miniature volcano, with the scorching Yuan Qi of heaven and earth steaming and distorting the area several feet around his body.

Such a level of accomplishment is simply astonishing. No one in the entire Black Mountain Army can be compared with him!

Yu Du took a closer look and saw that Zhang Fei had a leopard head, round eyes, a fat and strong body. Although he looked honest and simple, he also concealed an awe-inspiring and inviolable majesty and tyranny, revealing a strong and violent temper.

There is no doubt that in the eyes of discerning people, a fierce general like Zhang Fei is as eye-catching and obvious as a firefly in the dark night.

Yu Du was undoubtedly a thief with good vision, so he saw Zhang Fei's extraordinaryness at a glance, and was even more shocked in his heart: "This man must be a peerless warrior! Qi Hou's subordinates are really full of talents. He just sent an envoy, and the people accompanying him are such warriors. It's really terrible!"

As for Zhang Fei's words, Yu Du didn't take them seriously.

In this chaotic world, even the Yellow Turban Army was divided into regions and factions, with collusion and infighting. Selling out teammates and being sold out by teammates were commonplace.

If a messenger from a hostile force suddenly arrives, it must be because he has some value that can be used. It can't be that the other party comes to express friendly condolences just because they feel pity for him, right?

Yu Du, who rose from the grassroots in the deep troubled times, has long seen through the treacherous and unpredictable world and human nature. His ideas are no longer as naive as when he first chased Zhang Jiao.

In the country of Tao, all beings are equal?

Haha, who among the old Yellow Turbans who are still alive today still believes this?

Guo Jia and Zhang Fei both introduced themselves first.

Yu Du was curious: "So it's Guo Jijiu and General Zhang. I've heard a lot about you. I wonder if you two suddenly came to visit me to persuade me to surrender?"

Guo Jia looked at Yu Du with a playful smile on his face: "If Commander Qu is willing to give up his evil ways and join the good, that would be great. This way, we can avoid the possibility of war between our two families and the loss of lives in the future."

He did not play by the rules and was so shameless that Yu Du almost couldn't stand it.

I was just being polite as usual, but you really weren't polite to me!
Yu Du looked at Guo Jia's handsome face that deserved a beating, the corners of his mouth twitched, and he subconsciously clenched his fists and almost couldn't help but attack.

But after taking a look at the muscular Zhang Fei standing beside Guo Jia, Yu Du decided to endure it for the time being. After all, a little impatience can ruin a big plan.

"Did Jijiu Guo come here just to make me happy?"

"Of course not, I'm here to bring you great wealth." Guo Jia's eyebrows were curved, with a smile on his lips, and he had an extremely kind expression, as if he really came to give Yu Du something good.

However, when Yu Du saw Guo Jia's smile as warm as spring breeze, he felt a chill in his heart for no reason. He always felt that the other party was like a weasel paying New Year's greetings to the chicken, and had no good intentions.

Therefore, Yu Du did not agree immediately, but habitually evaded the question by saying, "Guo Jijiu is joking. I know myself well. If there is really great wealth and honor, it may not fall on my head."

There was a hint of sarcasm in Yu Du's words. After all, the imperial dynasty had lasted for four hundred years, and factionalism was deeply rooted. All the good things were often enjoyed by the aristocratic families and wealthy clans themselves. When had the benefits ever flowed to the fields of people other than the aristocratic families and wealthy clans?

The Yellow Turban Army was basically composed of people from poor families, and they were born to be exploited.

But Guo Jia seemed not to understand Yu Du's ridicule. He nodded and said, "It is important for a man to know himself. The fact that he can face up to his own insignificance and survive in this corner of Chaoge is also a rare way of survival."

His words were sincere, but the sarcasm hidden in them was so sharp that every word pierced his heart and made it bleed.

What the hell kind of people are these!
I'm just being modest, why are you still talking nonsense?

If I wasn't afraid of killing you and being retaliated by Marquis Qi, do you think I would have beaten your head off?

Yu Du felt that he was barely shrewd and scheming, and among the many leaders of the Black Mountain Army, his temper was one of the worst. However, Guo Jia's few words still made him so angry that he couldn't breathe and he could hardly suppress his anger.

If he continued to go around the topic like this, Yu Du was really worried that he would lose control of his emotions.

Therefore, Yu Du did not intend to beat around the bush with Guo Jia, and asked directly: "Stop talking nonsense, what is the purpose of Guo Jijiu, let's speak frankly."

Yu Du has made up his mind that if the other party's suggestion is profitable, he will take action.

If there is no profit, then give up everything.

Guo Jia's mouth curled up slightly, feeling very proud. No matter how old you are, you were defeated by just one sentence from me? Are you playing tricks in front of me, Guo Fengxiao?
You are not qualified yet.

Guo Jia then told Du about the change of ownership of Ye City and the upcoming civil war in Jizhou: "I came here on behalf of the governor of Jizhou, hoping to join forces with the Black Mountain Army to fight against Yuan Shao. Although the governor of Jizhou has the righteousness of the court and the full support of my master, Yuan Shao is backed by a large number of local Jizhou families, so I came to discuss the alliance with you."

Yu Du fell into deep thought, then frowned: "You want me to send troops?"

"Yes, I beg you to help me, General, to stop Yuan Shao's army for the governor of Hanzhou."

"Haha? You want my Black Mountain Army to send troops without any evidence? Why? Han Wenjie and Yuan Benchu ​​are both enemies of my Black Mountain Army. Instead of joining one of them, why don't I just sit back and watch the fight and reap the benefits?"

Guo Jia clicked his tongue twice, his tone quite disgusted: "Didn't Commander Qu just say that you have self-awareness? Why are you saying such stupid things now?"

Yu Du took a deep breath and told himself not to get angry. Then he gritted his teeth and looked at Guo Jia: "Master Guo, if you keep provoking me, my patience is limited."

"Tsk tsk, good medicine tastes bitter, honest advice is unpleasant to the ears, Qu Shuai doesn't want to listen, so Jia won't say it. Anyway, I'm not the one who will die."

Then Guo Jia sighed again with pretended regret, and said to himself: "Alas, in this vast Hebei province, only Yuan Benchu ​​can be called a tiger, and the rest are just dogs. Han Fu is a guardian dog, and even with the city wall blocking him, he will be defeated by Yuan Shao. And when Yuan Shao annihilates Han Fu, Youzhou Liu Yu, Liaoxi Gongsun Zan, and you, General, who is most likely to be his next prey?"

These words made Yu Du's eyebrows twitch wildly, and his temples almost bulged.

After all, I have a hundred thousand soldiers and a million people, and I am a great hero. How come I have become one of the “dogs” in your mouth!
"Let's not talk about anything else. What kind of dog am I in your eyes, Mr. Hebei?"

Yu Du's chest heaved, and his palm subconsciously pressed on the hilt of the knife.

If he doesn't get angry after being called a dog in front of him, then he will be crushed into mud.

However, Guo Jia chose to ignore Yu Du's anger and commented on his own: "Gongsun Zan is a mastiff, shaped like a tiger, ferocious and domineering, but he is no match for a tiger. Liu Yu is a loyal dog, except for his loyalty to the Han Dynasty and being able to take care of the family business, he is good for nothing."

"Next, it's you, Qu Shuai."

Guo Jia picked up the wine bowl, took a sip, and then smiled and said a four-word comment: "A dog that has lost its home."

The Black Mountain Army was originally a branch of the Yellow Turban Army. It was not accepted by the imperial court or local governments. Although it seemed free, it was actually still homeless and displaced.

Although what Guo Jia said was unpleasant to hear, Yu Du knew his own suffering.

The four words "a dog that has lost its home" couldn't be more appropriate.

So Yu Du said nothing, but just sat there silently, immersed in endless thoughts.

Seeing this, Guo Jia immediately continued, "General Qu, my master said that hesitation will lead to defeat. Yuan Shao is a fierce tiger. Once he devours Han Fu, his prey, and recovers from his injuries, his next target will be the Black Mountain Army, which is very close to Yecheng. Gongsun Zan has strength, and Liu Yu has righteousness, which can make Yuan Shao a little worried. But what does General Qu's Black Mountain Army have?"

You have neither a righteous cause nor sufficient strength, yet you are right beside Yuan Shao's bed. Who else can you do?

There is no doubt that when Guo Jia revealed the bloody ending of the Black Mountain Army and placed it in front of Yu Du, Yu Du already understood that he actually had no choice.

"You can let me send troops, but I have conditions!"

Before Dudu could even ask for his conditions, Guo Jia smiled and promised him, "I dare to promise, but can you believe me? How about this? The Northern Army can open up the trade and allow the Black Mountain Army to purchase food and weapons. As for how much territory you can conquer in Jizhou and how much profit you can gain, it all depends on your ability."

This blame was passed on to Yu Du, who was speechless.

I have never seen such a shameless person!
But Yu Du had to admit that Guo Jia's words were very convincing and the conditions he offered were also very "tempting".

Jizhou is rich, how could they not know about Yu Du?
Whether it is to conquer territory, or to obtain food, people or wealth, this deal is very profitable.

Then Guo Jia remembered something else: "Oh, I heard that the leader of your Black Mountain Army, Zhang Yan, is secretly colluding with Gongsun Zan, so please go and inform him, and then join forces with Gongsun Zan. Anyway, you guys are all defeated by Yuan Shao, so you should have common topics to talk about, so I don't have to make an extra trip."

The more Yu Du listened, the more troubled he became. He felt that after this encounter with Guo Jia today, his life would be shortened by several years. "My leader has some friendship with Gongsun Bogui, but there is no need to say that they are colluding with each other, right?"

As for the defeated general, Yu Du was also helpless. After all, he did lose the fight, and he had to admit his defeat.

After discussing the serious matters, Yu Du didn't dare to let Guo Jia stay overnight, and hurriedly led people to "send" him and Zhang Fei and others away from Tiger Ridge.

Before leaving, Yu Du couldn't help but ask Guo Jia: "Are powerful counselors usually like you, Guo Jijiu, who are ruthless when in power?"

Guo Jia waved his hand and said arrogantly, "That's not the case. They are generally not as good as me."

Yu Du: “…”

He began to regret that he shouldn't have asked this question!

Listen, do people say it?
After leaving Tiger Ridge, the two set out on their return journey. On the way, Zhang Fei couldn't help but ask Guo Jia: "Feng Xiao, why do you always say things that hurt others? Is it because you were born with a foul mouth, or do you really have a special habit in this regard?"

Guo Jia rolled his eyes at Zhang Fei and angrily scolded him, "What are you saying? Yide, don't talk nonsense. I am the military advisor and I should plan for the great cause of the lord. Now the situation in Jizhou is changing rapidly and the military situation is urgent. Naturally, I must act vigorously and achieve the goal with the fastest speed and highest efficiency."

"No wonder Marquis Qi asked me to escort you all the way. If I hadn't been with you, you would have been beaten to death along the way with your foul breath."

Zhang Fei imitated Guo Jia, shaking his head and drawing conclusions, as if at this moment, he had also become a brilliant strategist with unique vision and a wealth of wisdom. (End of this chapter)