Survival Three Kingdoms

Chapter 271 Guo Tu's Calculation (2)

"In the past few years, Zhou Cang has firmly occupied the entire Xuzhou. In addition, the two counties of Qingzhou and one county of Yangzhou have tens of thousands of soldiers and horses. There are many powerful generals like Zhang Jai and Dian Wei under his command, and there is also a water army across the river. It has surpassed Jiangdong Sun Quan and Jingzhou Liu Biao, and is second only to the Lord and Cao Cao."

The more Yuan Shao listened, the more engrossed he was. He had already put away his contempt for Zhou Cang. He increasingly found that he didn't know much about Zhou Cang. .Thinking about it now, Zhou Cang and Cao Cao had a close relationship at that time. Cao Cao chased Dong Zhuo and was ambushed by Xu Rong to wipe out his entire army, and he was rescued by Zhou Cang.

Guo Tuli thought, and continued: "It is not known what Zhou Cang's intentions are, but he exposed his power in this battle. His strength has already posed a threat to Cao Cao, and it is bound to arouse Cao Cao's fear. Our army When confronting Cao Cao, the two of them could still hug each other. Now that our army has retreated to Hebei, the two of them will inevitably be suspicious of each other. It is only a matter of lighting a fire for them, and the day when the two turn against each other will not be Far."

Yuan Shao's pupils slowly shrank a little: One mountain cannot accommodate two tigers, Zhou Cang's wings have been formed, Cao Aman, can you accommodate Zhou Cang next?Zhou Cang, do you feel at ease as Cao Cao's minion? Are you not afraid that Cao Cao will kill the donkey?If the master doubts the minister, the minister will die; if the minister doubts the master, the minister will rebel.

"I heard that Cao Cao left Zhou Cang's confidant General Zhang Jai in Xudu, no doubt losing Zhou Cang's wing. Zhou Cang was forced by Cao Cao's strength, so he kept his mouth shut, naturally dissatisfied, and worried about Cao Cao's further encroachment. Therefore, I think we can send a spy to Xudu to spread rumors, saying that Zhou Cang is self-respecting and plotting wrongdoing. Then send an eloquent man to Xuzhou to tell Zhou Cang how powerful he is, so that Zhou Cang will leave Cao Cao."

"Do you think Zhou Cang will agree?"

"The question is not whether Zhou Cang agrees, but whether Cao Cao can tolerate him. He will not fail to see this, unless he gives up his military power and gives it to Cao Cao. Hehe, isn't everything he has done these years in vain, Zhou Cang How can you be willing, as long as Cao Cao has a suspicious heart, Zhou Cang will rebel." Guo Tu said confidently. "Now everyone in Xuzhou is in danger, and Zhou Cang is full of doubts. His only worry now is that he can't resist Cao Cao, and he helps Cao Cao resist Hebei's army and the Lord's evil, but he can't turn to the Lord for help. He is riding a tiger! "

"Will Zhou Cang be used by me then?" Yuan Shao asked after pondering for a while.If you get Zhou Cang's assistance, it will be ten times that of Liu Bei. Yuan Tan in Qingzhou can get rid of the entanglement and go south to Yanzhou, while Zhou Cang can send his troops westward, Cao Cao is surrounded by enemies, and Xu Du can be destroyed with a snap of his fingers.

"My lord, don't force Zhou Cang too much. You must know that haste makes waste. Gradually lure him, and wait for him to break with Cao Cao before trying to pursue him. You can first show your friendship to him, and then form an alliance."

"You mean you want me to show love to Zhou Cang's little son?" Yuan Shao was very displeased, who am I, Yuan Shao, and who is he, Zhou Cang, to ask me to show love to him. "Where did Zhou Cang come from?"

"It's just a matter of benefit, my lord, please think about it." Alas, Guo Tu secretly sighed, why can't he let go of his airs at this time. "Zhou Cang came from Hui County. His father was suspected to be a hermit. Judging from the collected information, his ancestors should be in Kansai. After his father died, he traveled in Xuzhou and met the Mi and Chen families of Xuzhou. Appreciate him as the clan's son-in-law, recommend him to Tao Qian as the chief secretary of the mansion, and start his official career. He became famous in the first battle in Xiliang, and he has a literary name and poems that are widely circulated."

Yuan Shao nodded slightly, Zhou Cang's background is not considered declining, and he is also considered friendly to the nobles. "Then how do you show your kindness?"

"He is now General Zhendong, my lord can recommend him as General Zhengdong."

"General Zhengdong?" Under the generals are Huqi and Cheqi generals, and then there are four generals, which are not small official positions. Yuan Shao's current official position is the general, and Cao Cao is Sikong.Liu Biao is now the general of Zhennan, while Tao Qian was only the general of Zhendong before his death.The hussars and generals of chariots are now just generals in name and have no real power. For example, because Dong Cheng is a foreign relative, he was named general of chariots in the honor of his daughter Dong Guiren.Empress Fu's father, Fu Wan, resigned from any general title.

"Exactly. Otherwise, it is not enough to calm Cao Cao, and it is difficult to arouse Zhou Cang's ambitions. As long as we promote the three-legged confrontation, Cao Cao will not dare to spy on Jizhou. We must first get rid of Zhou Cang, a serious problem, and we can rest in peace. .It will be the day when our army will go south for revenge!"

Yuan Shao remained silent, thinking repeatedly in his mind, it seemed that he didn't suffer any loss, even if he failed, he should make Cao Cao and Zhou Cang sick.

"Very well, then you will go to Xuzhou to lobby Zhou Weiguo."

"Yes." Guo Tu continued calmly. "There is another matter. Zhou Weiguo seized Chengyang and Donglai counties in order to prevent the eldest son from dispatching troops. Young master Yuan Tan must have a grudge against him. I still want to persuade the young master to put the big things first."

"Well, what you said makes sense, you have to tell him not to make big mistakes because of small things." Yuan Shao nodded. "You can also tell Zhou Weiguo that I will give him Chengyang and Donglai counties, and I will not ask him for them."

Hey, Cao Cao knows how he will feel, will he fight for it?Yuan Shao sneered secretly in his heart.If it is possible for Cao Cao to turn against Zhou Cang, what's the point of giving up Qingzhou to Zhou Cang?The two counties are already the meat in Zhou Cang's mouth, and it is impossible for him to spit it out. It is a free gift of favors, acknowledging Zhou Cang's possession, and instigating the two of them, why not do it.

"But the young master loses two counties, and the army is bound to be damaged. Zang Ba of Mount Tai has been eyeing him for fear of harming the young master."

"Well, you're right." Yuan Shao tapped his fingers on the bed. "How about this, you go to Qingzhou to see Tan'er, and bring 30 stones of grain and grass, [-] good horses, [-] pieces of weapons and armor, and they will be supplied accordingly every year, and Jizhou, Youzhou, and Bingzhou will share the burden. Other Qingzhous If necessary, you can go to the states to buy it, but he needs to pay for it, and it is impossible for the states to impose so much burden, they will only give him trade convenience."

"Tell Yuan Tan, don't provoke Zhou Cang, but you must be on guard." After talking so much, Yuan Shao was a little tired, waved to Guo Tu to signal him to back down, and closed his eyes.

Guo Tu stepped back quietly, touched the sweat on his brow, it was time to return to Qingzhou to see Yuan Tan, the eldest son didn't know what was going on.I have sought super benefits for Yuan Tan. I exchanged Chengyang and Donglai for so many military supplies, which is worth the money.For the convenience of trade, Yuan Shao only said that he needed to pay, but he didn't say any other conditions or restrictions. This is a good opportunity to make a fortune.

(End of this chapter)