Can I get to the other side?.

Chapter 40 I, Yuan Shao, am the one destined to succeed

After a deep self-examination, Liu Xie asked Guo Jia how Liu Bei survived, and Guo Jia did not keep him in suspense and told him the truth.

"Five thousand soldiers and horses, take Pei County in ten days?"

Liu Xie found it incredible when he heard this.

Although Pei County is not big, it is unlikely to be captured within ten days with only 5,000 soldiers.

"Yes."

Guo Jia nodded and continued, "But in fact, conquering Pei County is not as difficult as you think, Your Majesty."

"Pei County is just a small city that can accommodate tens of thousands of soldiers at most. If Liu Bei leads only 5,000 people to attack, it will be very difficult to capture it. However, Liu Bei has been operating in Pei County for a long time, and there must be support inside the city. With the support from both inside and outside, and with Yuan Shao's army supporting him, the morale of the defenders in the city will inevitably be affected, and Lu Bu may not dare to send a large army to help, so Liu Bei may not be doomed now."

"In short, it's not easy to rely on this opportunity to fight for a chance of survival."

After Guo Jia's analysis, Liu Xie immediately understood.

At the same time, he also developed some admiration for Liu Bei.

He is worthy of being the future ruler of Shu Han, he is truly extraordinary.

After sighing in his heart for a while, Liu Xie said: "You continue to investigate secretly. If there is any new information, remember to tell me in time, or let Zhang He convey it on your behalf."

Now Guo Jia is his spy planted on Yuan Shao's side.

Through Guo Jia, he was able to grasp Yuan Shao's every move, as well as changes in the outside world and various news, which Zhang He could not do.

"The minister obeys the order."

……

This year has been full of ups and downs.

However, after the incident at the New Year's Eve banquet, nothing else happened.

Yuan Shao began to deploy troops and collect food and fodder in preparation for the army's march.

Liu, Guan and Zhang led 5,000 soldiers and began training day and night.

Under Yuan Shao's arrangement, Liu Xie went to the suburbs to worship the sky, offer sacrifices to his ancestors from afar, and pray for the Han Dynasty.

Everything went according to plan.

Half a month passed quickly.

On the sixteenth day of the first lunar month, Fire meets Tan Lang and Lian Zhen.

It is advisable to appoint generals and go into battle.

In order to support Liu Bei, Yuan Shao prepared a total of 50,000 troops this time, and ordered the entire army to set out together to follow Liu Bei to attack Pei County.

What does 50,000 people mean?
Liu Xie was actually not very clear about it.

In the past, when reading history books and watching TV dramas, he often saw armies of hundreds of thousands or millions, but he did not have a clear understanding of it. In his eyes, it was just a number, and 50,000 was not a lot in his opinion.

But this time he saw it with his own eyes.

On top of the city wall of Yecheng.

Liu Xie looked at the army that stretched for miles outside the city, like a black wave with no end as far as the eye could see, and for the first time he felt shocked from the bottom of his heart.

The flags are flying, the armor is majestic, and the swords are cold.

Faced with such a large army, Liu Xie truly understood how insignificant a single individual was and how terrifying Yuan Shao’s power was.

You have to know that this is only a part of Yuan Shao's army! Yuan Shao has more than 50,000 troops!
"Is this the background of Yuan Benchu, the fourth generation of the Three Dukes?"

Liu Xie suppressed the shock in his heart, thought silently in his mind, and at the same time turned his gaze to the other people around him.

Not only him, but also Liu Bei, Guan Yu, and Zhang Fei, as well as Yuan Shao and his civil and military officials, were all gathered on the city gate tower. Because today was the day to review the army and set out.

Unlike Liu Xie's shock, the reactions of others seemed much calmer. Even when faced with such a terrifyingly large army, they did not show any shock.

It seems that he is the only one who has not seen the world.

After coming to this embarrassing conclusion, Liu Xie decided not to say anything and pretend to be cool to avoid appearing timid.

Yuan Shao looked at the army covering the mountains outside the city, a hint of pride appeared on his face. He held the sword at his waist, looked at Liu Bei, and spoke with a smile.

"Xuan De, I plan to send 50,000 troops to support you this time. I will definitely help you capture Pei County!"

Liu Bei was also wearing armor. Hearing this, he saluted and said solemnly, "General, I am very grateful for your help. I will definitely do my best and live up to your mission!"

He understood that these 50,000 troops were both there to support him and a sharp blade across his neck.

If he could capture Pei County, everything would be easy.

If he fails to take it, he will be dealt with by military law first, and then Yuan Shao's army will be dispatched to capture Pei County!
"very good!"

Yuan Shao was very satisfied, and then said: "In this battle, you will be the vanguard, Guan Yu and Zhang Fei will be your deputy generals, and you will lead 5,000 soldiers and horses to attack Pei County!"

"This is a military token. With this order, you can mobilize the Shanzi Camp!"

Yuan Shao threw an iron military token to Liu Bei.

Liu Bei took it with both hands, then clasped his fists and said solemnly, "Thank you, General!"

Then he turned around and went downstairs with Guan Yu and Zhang Fei.

After Liu Bei left, Yuan Shao asked again, "Where are Yan Liang and Wen Chou?"

"The general is here!"

Yan Liang and Wen Chou stepped out together.

Yuan Shao also threw two military tokens to them and said in a cold voice: "Each of you will lead 10,000 soldiers to the left and right wings of the army. Always pay attention to Liu Bei's movements. If he tries to escape from the battlefield, immediately lead the army to kill him on the spot!"

"If he fails in his siege, you will take Pei County!"

His words were filled with deep murderous intent.

"The last general takes command!"

Yan Liang and Wen Chou took the military command and also withdrew.

After doing all this, Yuan Shao finally felt relieved. He looked at Liu Bei, Guan Yu and Zhang Fei, who had already left the city and headed for the army at the foot of the city gate, and smiled coldly.

They are all just his pawns.

This time he will take Pei County no matter what, and use Pei County as a springboard to seize Xuzhou in the future. How can a mere Lu Bu fight against him?

After occupying Xuzhou, he will be able to free up his hands to attack Gongsun Zan in the north, resist Yuan Shu in the south, and attack Cao Cao in the west. By then, the world will be at his fingertips!
As for Liu Bei? He is nothing but a pile of dry bones in a tomb!

He, Yuan Shao, is the one who is truly destined to be his!
Thinking of this, Yuan Shao could no longer suppress his excitement. He suddenly drew the sword from his waist and shouted: "The army is moving!"

"Dong dong——!"

The deafening sound of drums rang out, and the 50,000-man army roared in unison, their shouts reaching the sky.

Liu Xie was extremely shocked when he saw this scene.

He also longed to hold military power and dominate the world.

"Damn it, I am just a puppet emperor now, and a fake one at that."

"I have to discuss the plan of usurping the throne with Guo Jia later."

(End of this chapter)