The news of Cao's army's escape soon reached Zhou Yu's ears. When the generals heard the news, their morale was greatly boosted. Many officers and soldiers believed that defeating the enemy without fighting was nothing more than this.
Zhou Yu was quite dumbfounded by the current situation. Although Cao Jun retreated, Zhou Yu's previous calculations were completely disrupted. Although Cao Jun lost some face, Zhou Yu knew in his heart that if all the Jiangdong armies came out, Lujiang could only be conquered. After the siege, it will probably be very difficult to attack Hefei now.
Sima Yi is quite cautious.
Seeing that there was no joy on Zhou Yu's face, Taishi Ci said to Zhou Yu: "Commander, why don't you go straight to Hefei in one go?"
"The morale of our army is now strong!" Zhou Tai heard this and followed closely.
Hearing this, Zhou Yu shook his head slightly and said to the two generals: "Send an order to all the troops to withdraw from Lujiang!"
Seeing the confusion on the faces of the generals, Zhou Yu sighed: "Forty thousand retreated Cao's army, plus Lujiang's troops and horses, guarding the city. It will be difficult to get off for a while. We are to attack the city and seize the territory, so we must prepare all the food, fodder and equipment." Do you think that Zhang Wenyuan would be so stupid as to give up the advantage of the city and compete with us outside the city?"
After Zhou Yu finished speaking, all the generals looked embarrassed. At that moment, Taishi Ci and others flew out on horseback, each returned to the military formation, restrained his troops and horses, and returned to Lujiang.
After entering Lujiang River, Zhou Yu was not in a hurry to attack Hefei. In Zhou Yu's view, if he attacked Hefei by force this time, he would win, and the battle would probably be extremely tragic. Half of Jiangdong's fresh troops had already reached Lujiang. Now there are three princes in the world, Jiangdong. The weakest, in this situation, Jiangdong's best choice is to fish in troubled waters.
Now under Cao Cao's jurisdiction, Wancheng has been newly defeated. Yingchuan was lost again, and the battle situation in the northwest began. Jing Xiang has firmly controlled the rhythm. Zhuge Kongming only broke through Wancheng and captured Xu Huang, which must be far from satisfying his appetite. Moreover, Pang Tong and Ma Chao stationed troops in Chang'an, with their troops pointing far into the hinterland of Luoyang. This sleeping dragon and phoenix chick The two of them definitely want to get together this time. In this way, it must be quite difficult with the current strength of Cao's army to protect the land in the northwest.
Zhou Yu believed that if the Central Plains suffered another defeat, it would be the best time for Jiangdong to use troops. The continuous news of defeats would naturally hit Hefei well. With the morale of Cao's soldiers in Shouchun and other places, it will be much easier to take these two cities by then.
So the Jiangdong army and horses stood still, and the war clouds that originally filled Lujiang, Hefei and other places disappeared a lot in a short time. However, Sima Yi did not carry out Cao Cao's order and went to Jiangdong to discuss the strike between the two families. Sima Yi already knew in his heart that if he went to Jiangdong, he would definitely return without success. Now that Zhou Lang had the upper hand, he gave up his troops lightly. Wouldn't it be like asking for trouble? Moreover, once Zhou Yu takes advantage of Sima Yi's departure to attack Hefei, it will be even more difficult for Hefei to hold on.
Unconsciously, half a month has passed, and the Pangshan people in Changsha have also captured Jiangdong. The Cao Cao family is now in a battle situation where they have no work to do.
It¡¯s a good plan.
Pang Shanmin was not discouraged by this situation. In fact, in Pang Shanmin's view, the role of Jiangdong's participation in the war had been achieved. This time, tens of thousands of Cao's troops were delayed and stationed in Hefei. As long as Zhou Yu did not leave for a day, Zhang Liao and Sima Yi were afraid that It's hard to feel at ease.
In the past few days, Pang Shanmin has received many letters from Chang'an, Wancheng and other places. As Zhuge Liang achieved victory in the first battle, Pang Tong naturally could not restrain his eager fighting spirit. What Pang Tong held in his hands was the world-famous Xiliang Iron Cavalry. , in Pang Tong's view, let alone conquering Luoyang, it would not be difficult to drive all Cao's troops to the north of the Yellow River in one go.
In the past, Dong Zhuo relied on his invincible elite cavalry to usurp the Han Dynasty. Now that the northwest has been pacified and the Qiang people have surrendered, the cavalry under Pang Tong is only stronger than when Dong Zhuo took charge of the army. After three years of hard work, the cavalry has become more powerful. All the mountain bandits and horse bandits around An Ding were wiped out. The few who survived might have to flee to Wuhuan
There was no opponent in the northwest for training the cavalry, so Pang Tong was eager to go to Luoyang and meet Luoyang Zhongyao for a while.
Speaking of Zhong Yao, this was the former Huangmen Minister of the Han Dynasty. He had many military exploits and outstanding political achievements. Even the people of Pang Shan admired him very much. Cao Cao used this man to guard the important town of Luoyang, which proved that he trusted him very much. Now Pang Tong He has written three letters in succession asking for war. The words in the letters are agitated, and he wants to "conquer the superior with the inferior".
Pang Shanmin was quite amused by this. In fact, later generations' evaluation of Pang Tong's wisdom was much higher than that of Zhong Yao. However, as far as the current situation is concerned, there is some truth in what Pang Tong said about the following overcoming the superior.
Zhong Yao¡¯s experience is far richer than that of Pang Tong, and the city of Luoyang is strong, so it is not easy to attack quickly.
Now that Wancheng is occupied, it can be connected to Chang'an after passing three passes. Pang Shanmin originally thought that they would join Wolong and Fengxiao and make the two of them work together to conquer Luoyang. However, Pang Tong believed that the terrain of Tongguan and Wuguan was dangerous. If the army were to gather here, the dangerous terrain would hinder the movement of the army. Since Zhuge Liang had wonThe city has not lost much of its fighting power. Why don't Pangshan people let Zhuge Liang directly take Xudu?
There is indeed some truth to what Pang Tong said, but Pang Shanmin knew very well that Pang Tong was unwilling to cooperate with Zhuge Liang. Thinking of this, Pang Shanmin could not help but shake his head and laugh. Both the crouching dragon and the phoenix are outstanding people in Jingxiang, but it takes these two people to work together. Cooperation may be difficult.
After thinking for a long time, Pang Shanmin sighed softly, and the dark secret in his heart was better than being blocked. Since Pang Tong was eager to fight, he allowed him to do things easily. As time went by, Pang Shanmin also knew Pang Tong's ability. If he only faced Zhong Yao, Pang Tong had a good chance of winning.
Now the only thing Pang Shanmin cares about is the many advisers under Cao Cao who are far away in Yecheng. Now Sima Yi and Cheng Yu have been dragged into Hefei City by Zhou Yu. If Cao Cao sends Guo Jia or Jia Xu to Luoyang , the outcome of this battle is difficult to predict
Guo Jia did not die in Guandu, but now he has become the close enemy of Pang Shanmin. Occasionally, when he thinks of the past and the days when he and Guo Jia drank and talked happily, Pang Shanmin doesn't know whether he should be happy or sad.
In a moment, Pang Shanmin wrote a letter with a splash of ink and ordered the messenger to be sent to Chang'an. As soon as the messenger left the house, he saw a light horse approaching. When Pang Shanmin saw the person, he couldn't help laughing and said: "Boy, you are not here." Nan is practicing hard, why are you here?"
The person who came was none other than Sun Shao. Sun Shao dismounted from his saddle, clasped his fists and bowed, "I have seen the Marquis of Tang."
Pang Shanmin nodded slightly, and Sun Shao took out a letter from his arms and said to Pang Shanmin: "Shao'er is here on official business. Yesterday, Cao Cao's messenger sent this letter to Runan and informed the military advisor that it must be handed in as soon as possible. Uncle Yu!"
"Oh?" Pang Shanmin was slightly startled when he heard this, and took the letter. The meaningful handwriting on the letter made Pang Shanmin secretly shocked.
It¡¯s actually Guo Jia¡¯s handwriting.
After unfolding the letter, Pang Shanmin let out a long sigh after reading the letter, secretly thinking that what was supposed to come would eventually come. Guo Jia had arrived in Xudu and vowed to take back Wancheng. The letter stated that although Jingxiang's army and horses had the upper hand this time, , but when Guo Jia comes, it will be difficult for Jing Xiang to win again!
"What a spirit!"
After a long time, Pang Shanmin put the letter on the case. Sun Shao went over and took a look at it. He was furious and said to Pang Shanmin: "Guo Fengxiao is going too far!"
"Shao'er, don't be angry. What is said in the letter is not false. There are few people in this world who are better at planning than Fengxiao." Seeing Sun Shao being furious, Pangshan people shook their heads and said with a smile: "Wancheng was destroyed, Cao Cao must have been very anxious. Fengxiao said he wanted to take Wancheng, but in Pang's view, the fundamental purpose of this letter was to scare Pang not to act rashly"
"Shock? It's not me, Jing Xiang, but Guo Jiacai who should be afraid!" Sun Shao heard this and said seriously: "Army Boyan has been running Runan for several years and has not seen a war for a long time. The officers and soldiers in Runan City have long been hungry for war. , how about my uncle order the Army Division Headquarters troops to go and meet the enemy!"
"Bo Yan versus Feng Xiao?" Pang Shanmin laughed when he heard this and said, "Bo Yan is still a little immature. If he can defeat Feng Xiao, he must be Kong Ming"
Now that they know where Guo Jia is, the people of Pangshan feel much more relaxed. In this way, Jia Xu must be in charge of the overall situation in Yecheng. If Pang Tong wants to attack Luoyang, he will not encounter either of the two. Little chance of winning.
As for what Guo Jia said in his letter, Pang Shanmin didn't take it to heart. After thinking for a moment, Pang Shanmin leaned on the desk and wrote another letter. There were many ridiculing words in the letter, saying that Guo Jia's voice and appearance were fierce, but it was difficult to change Cao Jun's current decline. The three princes have been cultivating for three years. If we say that before, Cao Cao was evenly matched with Jing Xiang, but now the Central Plains is no longer able to resist Jing Xiang's powerful army.
The war is not just about the superiority of the various civil servants and generals, but also a test of the overall strength of the princes. Jingxiang has rested for three years, and its overall strength has far surpassed that of the vast Central Plains. If there was a big battle between Jingxiang and Xiang three years ago, If it still hurts the muscles and bones, Jingxiang can now fight one after another, and its logistics will still have spare capacity.
And now the growth of Wolong and Fengchu has far exceeded Guo Jia's expectations. If Guo Jia could still believe in his promise that he was better than the two of them before, it would be difficult to tell the difference between Zhuge Liang and Zhuge Liang if they compete with them now. Pang Tong was suffocating in his heart and wanted to challenge Guo Jia, the chief adviser of Cao Ying
Sun Shao looked at what Pang Shanmin said in the letter and felt happy in his heart. He even applauded and said to Pang Shanmin: "Uncle, these words are a good way for Shaoer to vent his anger!"
Pang Shanmin glanced sideways at Sun Shao, smiled and said: "That's true. Pang can't let Guo Jia take advantage of him. This time Shao'er came to Changsha, so he should go back home to see Da Qiao." Madam, please send this letter to Runan."
Hearing this, Sun Shao nodded and said goodbye to Pang Shanmin., left the prefect's mansion.
When Pang Shanmin saw Sun Shao hurriedly back, he sighed softly and spread out the copy of Guo Jia's handwriting on the corner of the case again. A look of loneliness flashed across his face and he murmured: "Fengxiao, if I capture you, will you surrender?" ?" (To be continued. If you like this work, you are welcome to come to Qidian to vote for recommendations and monthly votes. Your support is my biggest motivation. Mobile phone users please read it.)