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Volume 2: Unpredictable Chapter 968: A plan to rescue the siege (Part 2)

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    A cannon shot was heard not far away, and a large ship was seen flying over quickly.  It turned out that Cao Cao was chasing Zhuge Liang's boat, but Zhuge Liang seemed to have noticed it and deliberately led Cao Cao around in the river.  Seeing this, Guo Jia's expression suddenly changed, and he suddenly realized that there must be fraud in such a trick, and General Xiahou might be ambushed instead.  Cao Cao was shocked when he heard this, and immediately ordered his soldiers to sail away in the direction of Xiangyang.  Later, as Guo Jia expected, Cao Cao saw bursts of flames rising from the sky by the river, and immediately ordered to speed up the journey to save Xia Houyuan.

    The huge warship came quickly, and arrows fell like a shower on the big ship.  When Ma Liang saw this, his expression changed drastically, he screamed secretly, and quickly ordered the soldiers to pull away from the boat.  The ship gradually approached. When Xia Houyuan and Le Jin saw the reinforcements arriving, they broke out in bloody rage. They hacked at them with their swords and killed the besieging crowd. They jumped into the river and watched the ship go.

    Cao Cao saw it with keen eyesight and hurriedly ordered his soldiers to go down the river to rescue him.  After a while, Xia Houyuan and Le Jin were rescued on the ship.  There were blood spurting from many places on the two men's bodies. When Cao Cao saw this, his face turned dark and he gritted his teeth and shouted.

    "Zhuge Villager, how dare you cheat!?"

    Cao Cao's roar was like a thunderous explosion, exploding on the river, and the huge warship it was on was like a giant whale.  When the Jingzhou soldiers and horses saw this, they were so frightened that they fled in boats.  Cao Cao ordered his soldiers to sail on the river and shoot for a while. Countless arrows fell into the river, causing waves to rise.

    Ma Liang led the fleet back in embarrassment and rushed back to the shore.  Cao Cao just ordered his soldiers to turn the ship back.

    At night, a small boat came slowly on the river.  Ma Liang, Mi Fang and others waited on the shore for a long time. When they saw the boat docking, Zhuge Liang stepped out.  Ma Liang quickly knelt on the ground and told the story.  When Zhuge Liang heard that Xia Houyuan and others were rescued by Cao Cao, he frowned slightly and thought secretly in his heart.

    "It seems that it is not easy to resolve the current crisis!"

    After Zhuge Liang thought about it, he helped Ma Liang up. He did not blame him, but comforted him.  Mi Fang, who was standing by, saw that Zhuge Liang's plan failed and asked quickly.

    "Military advisor, Xia Houyuan and Le Jin have escaped. Our army has no bargaining chips to exchange for Generals Pan and Zhang. What should we do?"

    When Zhuge Liang heard this, his expression condensed, he suppressed the anxiety in his heart and spoke calmly.

    "Although the matter is urgent, we must not be too impatient, otherwise it will be counterproductive. Just wait and follow me to explore the surroundings, take a look at the surrounding terrain, and then make a conclusion. Mr. Cao will allow me three days, and we still have time to think.  plan!!!"

    Zhuge Liang was very calm. After saying this, he got on a fast horse and walked along the river.  Ma Liang, Mi Fang and others followed closely behind.  Afterwards, for two consecutive days, Zhuge Liang surveyed the terrain around the river regardless of day or night, taking little rest. After many inquiries, he confirmed the high mountain where Pan Feng and Zhang Fei were trapped by Wei soldiers.  Zhuge Liang rushed to the opposite mountain. The high mountain where Pan, Zhang and others were located was flooded by the Xiangjiang River. Within a radius of several hundred meters, it was impossible to approach unless by boat.  The high mountain where Zhuge Liang is currently located is opposite to it, hundreds of meters away, and is not flooded by the Xiangjiang River.

    Zhuge Liang stood on a high mountain and looked towards the opposite mountain where Pan and Zhang were. He looked calmly for a long time.  Suddenly Zhuge Liang's expression changed, and his eyes burst out with extremely bright brilliance.  It seemed to overwhelm the light of heaven and earth.

    It is said that when Cao Cao rushed back that day, it was early summer. It was extremely hot on the mountain, but it was very cool down the mountain because of the Xiangshui River.  The soldiers all wanted to camp at the foot of the mountain to rest, and all the generals came to ask Cao Cao.

    "Even though the weather is hot today, the army on the mountain is like a red fire. They all hope to be able to camp under the mountain and rely on the water. I hope the king will make a decision!"

    When Cao Cao heard this, he was afraid that if he camped at the foot of the mountain, Pan Feng and Zhang Fei would take advantage of it and escape. Then he saw the dense forest in the mountain. He was overjoyed and ordered his soldiers to camp in the dense forest in the mountain.

    The generals received the order and followed Cao Cao's instructions to form a camp in the dense forest. Many patrols were posted in front of the dense forest to closely monitor every move of Pan Zhang, Zhang Fei and hundreds of others.  When Guo Jia saw Cao Cao stationing troops in the dense forest, his expression changed drastically. He rushed to see Cao Cao and gave him advice.

    "Does the King of Wei not know that Bao Yuanxi is in danger and has to form a camp? This is a taboo for military strategists. If he attacks with fire, how can he be rescued!?"

    When Cao Cao heard this, he smiled in surprise.

    "Haha! Why do you need to worry about the sky when you are filial? You don't know the art of war!? Now the mountain is surrounded by water. Even if Zhuge Kongming has great power, he can't set fire out of thin air. What's more, the weather is hot and the soldiers are working hard. So he ordered to camp in the dense forest.  To escape the heat. And if Zhuge Liang didn't answer after three days, he would immediately kill Pan Feng and Zhang Fei, retreat, wait for the water of Xiangjiang River to pass, and then attack Xiangyang together!"

    Guo Jia frowned, how could he not know what Cao Cao said, but for some reason, he vaguely felt something was wrong, but he didn't know what was wrong.  Guo Jia hesitated, Cao Cao laughed to appease him, and the matter of setting up camp was decided.

    But he said, ZhugeLiang Yan saw Wei soldiers setting up camp in the dense forest, and was ecstatic and laughed repeatedly.

    "Hahahahahaha, old thief Cao is not familiar with the art of war, generals Pan and Zhang can save him!!"

    Ma Liang was shocked when he heard this, but he was confused and asked with doubts on his face.

    "Does the military advisor have a plan!?"

    Zhuge Liang nodded heavily, waved his goose feather fan, and pointed at the Wei soldiers in the dense forest on the opposite mountain.

    "Yes. Ji often sees that all the Wei soldiers are stationed in the dense forest? If our army is here and sets fire to it, the Wei soldiers will definitely be in chaos and run for their lives. At that time, we only need to send three small boats to take advantage of the cover of night.  Waiting at the bottom of the mountain, generals Pan and Zhang will naturally break through the siege and escape to the bottom of the mountain to wait for our response! "

    When Ma Liang heard the trick, his eyes flashed with light, but he quickly frowned again and asked in doubt.

    "But there is a high mountain opposite, surrounded by water. If our army crosses the river in large numbers and plans to set fire to the mountain, it will definitely attract the attention of the other army, and it will alert the enemy and miss the important event."

    Zhuge Liang raised the corners of his mouth, showed a bright smile, and laughed.

    "Haha, if our army crosses the river and sets fire, it will naturally be difficult to accomplish anything. But if I set fire to the opposite mountain in this mountain, so what?"

    Hearing this, Ma Liang frowned even more and asked in confusion.

    "But these two high mountains are hundreds of meters apart. Even with the help of the wind, it is difficult to reach them with arrows? How can we set fire to this mountain across the river!?"

    Zhuge Liang had a pair of bright eyes, shining brightly, his smile was even brighter, and he immediately answered.

    "It's natural to use bows and arrows normally. Ji Chang doesn't have to worry too much. The mountain people have their own tricks!!!"

    After Zhuge Liang finished speaking, he couldn't wait and turned around to leave.  Ma Liang followed closely.  Zhuge Liang rushed back to Xiangyang City that night, summoned the generals and gave orders one by one.  All the generals saw that the three-day deadline was getting closer and closer, and all of them became anxious and anxious.  At this time, Zhuge Liang suddenly returned to the city and issued military orders. He must have a clever plan to relieve the danger of Generals Pan and Zhang.  At present, all the generals in Jingzhou are all in high spirits, taking orders one by one and making arrangements quickly.

    By the next day, Cao Cao and Zhuge Liang's deadline had expired.  At that time, the north wind was strong and the waves were rough.  Cao Cao was on the top of a mountain, looking at Xiangjiang River in the distance.

    ??Cao Cao looked at the bright sun that was shining on the river, like thousands of golden snakes, playing with the waves.  Cao Cao laughed in the wind, thinking that no matter what happened today, he would be able to get rid of Zhuge Liang's serious problem, and he thought he was successful.  If Zhuge Liang is unwilling to surrender, and Pan and Zhang die, Liu Bei has sworn to live and die together, so how can he spare Zhuge Liang lightly?  Even if Liu Bei does not kill Zhuge Liang, he will still be separated from him. When Zhuge Liang and Liu Bei are at odds with each other, how can they secure Jingzhou?  If Zhuge Liang is willing to surrender, even if he is unwilling to make suggestions for himself, he will be controlled by himself for the rest of his life.

    Zhuge Liang's strategy is as high as that of a monster. Cao Cao asked himself about the opponents he had encountered in his life, and he was the most unpredictable and the most fearful.  Now I see that Zhuge Liang has been pinched by himself.  Cao Cao was so arrogant that he stood on the top of the mountain and spoke with great interest.

    "Although the divine tortoise has a long life, it still has its time. The crouching dragon rides in the mist, but it will eventually become ashes. The old man is lying in bed, and his ambition is a thousand miles. The martyr's ambition is endless in his old age. The period of growth and shrinkage is not only in the sky. The blessing of nourishing happiness can lead to eternal life.  "

    The loud and indignant voice trembled. Cao Cao's every word was exquisite and wonderful. The poem was full of contempt for the destiny and his ambition to pacify the country and unify the world.  Guo Jia, Jia Xu and other counselors were all impressed when they heard this, and all the soldiers under their command were very motivated when they heard it. They wanted to take advantage of this fashion and be strong and perform more meritorious deeds.

    At that time, Cao Cao was nearly sixty years old, his temples were white as frost, and his resolute face carved by time was full of imposing force.  Whether this man was a thief who brought chaos to the country or he was a good ruler, his legendary life made people unable to help but feel amazed and awe-stricken!  !

    Cao Cao's singing slowly came, and hundreds of Jingzhou soldiers and horses listened to it, and their faces were moved. They couldn't help but cast their eyes on Cao Cao, and their eyes filled with uncontrollable admiration.  Pan Feng listened silently, then suddenly her eyes opened and she murmured in her heart.

    "Such a hero, if the world is led by him, perhaps he will usher in a peaceful and prosperous age. Unfortunately, even if he is such a hero, he will eventually be lost in the long river of time."

    Pan Feng seemed to have some understanding. After sighing slightly, he fell silent again.  But Zhang Fei curled his lips and shouted with disdain.

    "Hmph! Old thief Cao, you won't be proud for long. Sooner or later, I, Zhang Yide, will take your head! This Han Dynasty will eventually fall into the hands of my brother Liu Xuande!!"

    Zhang Fei roared with a loud voice like a thunderous one, which could be described as devastating to the scenery.  Xiahou Dun heard this and was so angry that his whole body was on fire. He glared with a tiger's eye and a ferocious face. He grabbed the hilt of the sword at his waist with one hand, stepped on his feet, and roared sternly.

      "You don't know the reckless man, you still dare to say a lot of words. If Zhuge Kongming does not come today, I will take this blackhead on your item!"

    Hearing this, Zhang Fei gritted his teeth, like an angry black panther, and stared at Xiahou Dun.  Pan Feng slowly opened her eyes, called her third brother, and signaled to Zhang Fei not to make any mistakes.  Zhang Fei also knew the current situation and did not allow him to be presumptuous. He snorted again and turned his head.  At this time, Cao Ren also walked to Xiahou Dun and advised him coldly.

    "Why should Yuan Rang pay attention to such a reckless man? Now he is like a fish on a chopping board. Life and death depend on the king's thoughts. You don't need to be angry with him, just treat it as a wild dog barking."

    Hearing this, Xiahou Dun glanced at Zhang Fei coldly, then turned around and ignored him.  After a while, Cao Cao finished reciting a poem and watched the scenery on the river for a while. As soon as he turned around, he saw Jia Xu rushing over.  Jia Xu had a rather anxious look on his face and told Cao Cao.

    "Your Majesty, according to the spies' reports, Zhuge Kongming has been watching the surrounding terrain for days. He must be thinking about strategies in secret. Your Majesty, you must be on guard against this."
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