Chapter 216 Chapter 30 Flooded Seventh Army Defeats Maicheng (1)

In the autumn and July of the twenty-fourth year of Jian'an in 215, Cao Cao defeated Hanzhong, withdrew from Xiegu, and his long-term plan to march into Yizhou was completely bankrupt.But one wave was not smooth, and another wave rose again, leading troops to station in Xiang, Fan was on the front line to monitor the Soochow army, and Cao Ren, who was confronting Guan Yu in Jingzhou, sent an envoy to Cao Cao for emergency.It turned out that Guan Yu, who had been stationed in Jingzhou for a long time, heard that Liu Bei had defeated Cao Cao in Hanzhong, so he also wanted to take the opportunity to attack Xiangzhou.

The two cities of Fan and Fan pointed their finger at Chang'an and Luoyang, threatening Cao Cao's rear base camp. It was after the Battle of Chibi that Guan Yu entered Jingzhou. At that time, the Allied Army of Sun and Liu burned a large number of Cao Cao's warships, and Cao Cao retreated from Huarong Road to the north.But Sun and Liu's family revolved around Jingzhou. This piece of land has launched a diplomatic activity that is sometimes tight and sometimes loose. In view of this, Cao Cao also sent spies and lobbyists to alienate the relationship between Sun and Liu.Cao, Sun, and Liu are inseparable from each other, unpredictable and confusing

Thus began the battle. Prince Wei's Mansion in Yecheng. Cao Cao had a white silk handkerchief wrapped around his head, and his migraine has been aching a lot lately.But Xiang and Fan are in a hurry. If he does not personally handle such important military and national affairs, no one dares to decide on his own. Certainly.He summoned all his advisers and generals to discuss countermeasures against Guan Yu. Liu Ye, Jia Xu, Sima Yi, Man Chong, Dong Zhao, Yu Jin, Pang De and other civil and military generals gathered together and expressed their views on the current situation. Sima Yi has now been promoted to the staff of the prime minister's mansion and has become one of Cao Cao's most trusted staff.At this time, I suggested to Cao Cao: "Your Majesty, Guan Yu's possession of Jingzhou was originally borrowed by Sun Quan.

The land of Liu Bei.The Sun and Liu families have been quarreling over this piece of land all year round, and their relationship has been up and down.Liu Bei once falsely promised Sun Quan that "as long as Yizhou is occupied, Jingzhou will be returned" .However, after Yizhou was occupied, he still did not return it.When Sun Quan sent Zhuge Jin to question Liu Bei, Liu Bei said brazenly that he would return the land of Xiliang after he got it.This angered Sun Quan, who once He cursed Liu Bei as an old fox in public.From this point of view, the relationship between Sun and Liu is already far from reality. "Sima Yi eloquently analyzed the relationship between Sun and Liu, and all the counselors, generals and officials

All nodded yes. Cao Cao said in a hoarse voice, "Zhong Da meant that he wanted to use a strategy to drive a wedge between Sun and Liu." Sima Yi responded, "That's exactly what I want to report to the king. If you send a eloquent envoy to state Liu Bei's ambitions to Sun Quan, or make a fuss about the word 'morality', expose the truth." Liu Bei's plotting villain's tricks angered Sun Quan, Liu Bei fell into isolation, Guan Yu did not dare to be so arrogant!" Staff officer Man Chong participated in the military meeting held by Cao Cao for the first time.I feel a little excited, but also a little uneasy. Although I want to express my views, I am afraid that I will make a slip of the tongue and offend others.

Everyone ridiculed, their mouths moved a few times, but they still swallowed back the words that had reached the edge of their mouths. Cao Cao's sharp eyes caught his hesitant expression, so he encouraged him and said: "Man Boning, please speak boldly and brainstorm. This is the principle I have always advocated in meetings." Man Chong saw that Cao Cao's words were gentle and full of trust and encouragement, so he said, "I think that although Guan Yu is brave and intimidating, he is proficient in the art of war and strategy, but Fancheng is strong. To defend Xiangyang, send another army to support Xiangyang. He was attacked on both sides, and his combat effectiveness was naturally weakened.If the king contacts Sun Quan and join forces to attack him, not only the danger of Xiang and Fan can be solved, but also the

Taking Jingzhou is just around the corner. " After Man Chong finished speaking, he took a peek at Cao Cao's expression and saw that he was concentrating, obviously listening to his suggestion seriously, and his uneasy mood disappeared. Cao Cao is also considering sending troops to reinforce Xiang and Fan, but he has been hesitant on who will lead the expedition. He stared at the general standing on the right, and his eyes stopped on the old general Yu Jin.This old comrade-in-arms who followed him to the north and south and was famous in China for his wisdom and bravery is now completely white.

But the white-haired and red-faced Yu Jin is still majestic, his back is not bent, his eyes are not dazzled, and the heroic spirit of the past can be seen between his brows. "General Yu Jin!" Cao Cao called out to him. Yu Jin bowed slightly, cupped his fists in his chest, and replied loudly: "The end is here." "I would like to send you to assist Cao Ren in Xiangyang. Would you be willing to take on the important task?" Cao Cao asked him. Yu Jin replied: "Your Majesty's dispatch, even if it is a sea of ​​swords and fire, Yu Jin has no intention of refusing. He is willing to lead the army to help General Cao Ren. It is just that the King needs to appoint another general.

Help me fight. " Cao Cao asked: "Who is willing to help the general on this trip?!" A burly general flashed out from the ranks of generals, and everyone took a closer look and saw that it was Pang De, the surrendered general from Guanzhong.The name of Pang De Weiyong is well known to women and children in Guanzhong and Xiliang.After submitting to Cao Cao , Cao Cao ignored him as his enemy, reused him and trusted him.He thanked Cao Cao for his kindness, so he fought bravely and devoted himself to serving Cao Cao.Cao Cao Because of his outstanding military exploits, he was named General Liyi.Now when Cao Cao urgently needed talents, he stepped forward without hesitation.

Seeing this bearded tiger general scrambling for the task, Cao Cao was very happy and his headache was relieved a lot.He raised his voice and said with great enthusiasm: "Okay! One is wise and the other is courageous." !I hope the two of you coordinate and cooperate to defeat Guan Yu.On the day when you are done, I will personally pour wine for the two of you to congratulate! "After arranging the leader candidates, everyone discussed the march again. Finally, the meeting ended in a pleasant atmosphere. When all the counselors and generals returned, Cao Cao left Yu Jin alone. He wanted to say something most important to Jin alone.

Cao Cao asked Yu Jin to have a long talk with him in the back garden.Cao Cao walked in front, and Yu Jin followed closely.Passing through a long corridor, at the corner, Cao Cao staggered suddenly, almost Point falls.Yu Jin hurriedly helped him up, and carefully supported his arm. Cao Cao pushed his hand away and said sullenly, "Don't support me, I can do it myself!" Yu Jin had a look of embarrassment on his face, and he didn't know what to do.Cao Cao realized his gaffe, and hurriedly said to Jin: "When I have a headache, I feel a little dizzy, but it's just a minor illness. Don't worry about the army. " Yu Jin borrowed the steps to step down and said, "Your Majesty, don't be careless if you have a minor illness. You are always in trouble, and you are prone to fatigue. You should rest more." Cao Cao murmured and covered it up.