When the Fenwu Army and Yuan Shaojun retreated at the same time, Han Cheng led a cadre of generals and strategists of the Fenwu Army to hold an extraordinary meeting in the council hall in Shangai County.

First of all, it is necessary to reward those who have made meritorious contributions in this battle, and then it is necessary to check and fill in the gaps and summarize the deficiencies of this battle.

However, Yuan Shaojun under the city suddenly withdrew without warning, which surprised the group of people in the Fenwu army, and they all looked like monks in the second zhang-puzzled.

Therefore, Han Cheng could only send people to treat the wounded, organize defense, and hold meetings on the one hand; While waiting for news from the intelligence battalion.

The intelligence battalion is in the hands of Li Ru, and it has developed more and more rapidly in recent years, and it can be said that it has reached the point of pervasiveness.

Towards the end of the meeting, a soldier from the intelligence battalion put the information he had found into Han Cheng's hands.

Han Cheng hurriedly looked at it, and in order to pass it on to everyone, he just held the 'news' in his hand.

Then he raised his head and said happily: "Yuan Shaojun's grain road was attacked, and a large amount of grain was burned, so he chose to retreat." ”

When everyone heard this, they were all overjoyed.

Since there was a problem with the grain and grass that he chose to withdraw from the army, it is estimated that the time for Yuan Shao's army to withdraw will not be far away.

And the four of them, Sima Yi, Xu Shu, and Zhang Liao, after seeing Han Cheng's actions, their faces were heavy and thoughtful.

Fu Zhu and Zhang Liao are very familiar with Han Cheng.

After all, according to Han Cheng's habit, the news of the intelligence battalion is generally shared, and it will be shared with everyone present.

However, Han Cheng put away the information extremely abnormally today, and personally said the content of the information.

This is unusual, so that the two of them find something different.

And Sima Yi and Xu Shu, through Han Cheng's language, felt something deeper.

The burning of grain and grass was certainly not the work of the bandits and horse bandits inside Jizhou.

Because the bandits and horse bandits are seeking wealth and food, how can they be willing to burn them?

After it burns down, it's all gone.

The bandits and horse bandits took a lot of effort to rob the grain and burn it, are they sick? Therefore, this kind of behavior must not be committed by bandits and horse bandits.

Then it can only be the Fenwu Army or the Fenwu Army's allies.

Lu Bujun, the temporary ally of the Fenwu Army, has now arrived in Xuzhou and is competing with Liu Bei for Xuzhou.

Yes, and this matter can only be done by the Fenwu Army itself.

The two remembered again: in Jizhou, there was really an army capable of doing this—that was the 10,000 horses led by Zhao Fu and Geng Wu of Yecheng, who were detouring to Yanzhou and attacking.

"Woe is the place of blessing; Blessings lurk in disguise. ”

The burning of enemy food should have been a great event, but at the same time, it also hid a huge crisis.

Although Zhao Fu and Geng Wu led 10,000 horses to burn Yuan Shaojun's grain and temporarily relieved the crisis in Changshan County, what should be done with the 10,000 horses led by Zhao Fu and Geng Wu?

They are in the middle of Yuan Shaojun's army, and they are exposed, and what they will face is not only the wind, but also death.

These are 10,000 meritorious soldiers, and we must save them, but how to save them?

The war has been going on until now, and it can be said that it affects the whole body.

If you make a rash attack, it will definitely be a complete loss.

Therefore, the four of them, Sima Yi, Xu Shu, and Zhang Liao, all looked thoughtful.

Han Cheng saw the facial expressions of the four of them, and quietly arranged the arming tasks of the rest of the generals.

And at the end of the day, the four people of Fu Zhu, Sima Yi, Xu Shu, and Zhang Liao were left.

Han Cheng looked at the expressions of these four people, and knew that they had roughly guessed something.

He straightforwardly handed the 'letter' that recorded the news of the intelligence battalion to the four people, and then said to the four people:

"The burning of grain was indeed done by General Zhao Fu and the 10,000 horses, and they did a good job!

Here's what I need to do.

I have only one attitude: they are our brothers, and I will get them back.

What can we do to ensure that we suffer the least damage? ”

Han Cheng's categorical attitude made the hearts of the four of them lift.

"Don't give up a brother!" Where can I find such a loving and righteous lord?

However, when Han Cheng used 'minimal loss' to express the rescue operation.

It gave all four of them a very tricky feeling.

The best outcome is minimal loss. And what about the worst outcome, total annihilation?

For a moment, the four of them were silent, and they were digging out their minds to meditate.

Because the five of them all knew that Zhao Fu and the others were facing a fatal situation.

Yuan Shao's army had nearly 30,000 cavalry, and with the speed of the cavalry, no matter which direction Zhao Fu and others broke through, they would inevitably be caught up by the cavalry, and then mercilessly strangle more than 10,000 people.

After about a cup of tea, Sima Yi saluted Han Cheng and said, "Lord, I have a plan to solve General Zhao Fu's current predicament."

If the war goes well, it may be possible to relieve the current predicament of Changshan County. Just one thing I need to ask in advance? ”

The other four were frowning, and when they heard Sima Yi's words, Han Cheng hurriedly said, "Zhong Da said it's okay. ”

I saw Sima Yi cautiously asking, "Can the current intelligence battalion contact General Zhao Fu?" ”

After Sima Yi finished speaking, he looked at Han Cheng with his eyes, waiting for his answer.

Han Cheng's attitude towards Sima Yi was different from others, because Han Cheng came from later generations and knew Sima Yi's ambitions, so he unconsciously hid many things from Sima Yi.

Sima Yi could also understand Han Cheng's slightest precaution against him, so he wanted to use this matter to test Han Cheng's attitude.

After all, as a staff member, it is not a good thing to be guarded by the lord all the time.

The most important thing is that Sima Yi doesn't know what caused the difference in Han Cheng's attitude.

Sima Yi is worthy of a generation of 'great men', and he does not leak anything.

For example, the question raised by Sima Yi about Han Cheng's temptation this time.

To put it mildly, it is confidential; But to put it mildly, it doesn't matter the big picture.

Its importance mainly depends on Han Cheng's attitude towards Sima Yi.

If there is a sense of precaution, then this matter is a big thing that cannot be said; If there is no defense, then the matter can be said.

Han Cheng looked at Sima Yi's gaze, and suddenly had a hint of realization in his heart.

Was he too defensive of Sima Yi to let Sima Yi make this decision?

Momentarily a little embarrassed.

A lot of things, it's not a good thing to know too much.

Judging from Sima Yi's current performance, there is no ambition to establish himself as an emperor.

Han Cheng wanted to use Sima Yi's talent and prevent Sima Yi from touching confidential things, which was indeed a bit difficult for a strong man.

The so-called 'no suspicion of employing people, no need for suspicious people', after Han Cheng made it clear, he breathed a long sigh of relief.

said to Sima Yi: "The intelligence battalion can contact General Zhao Fu, but at most there is only one chance. Zhongda, after this battle, would you like to come to my house for a meal? ”

Wine and dine someone?

Although the other three didn't know why Han Cheng said such a thing at this time, they knew what Han Cheng meant by 'inviting guests to dinner'.

This shows Han Cheng's trust, because all three of them have been invited by Han Cheng and have eaten in Han Cheng's mansion.

After hearing this, Sima Yi smiled knowingly, and said in his heart: "It turns out that the lord did not deliberately guard against me. ”

Then he said to Han Cheng: "Thank you for your hospitality, it seems that I have to show some real skills, otherwise I will be sorry for this meal." ”

The other mysteries in the language of these two people are probably only known to these two people.

Now that Sima Yi's goal has been achieved, he immediately returned to business and said solemnly to Han Cheng:

"My lord, the 10,000 troops led by General Zhao Fu are already in a mortal situation.

No matter from which direction, there is no possibility of breaking through.

If we send troops to rescue them, we will only fall into it ourselves.

The current situation is not good for us, and it is better to do the opposite than sit idly by.

Using General Zhao Fu as bait, disperse Yuan Shao's forces, and then break through Yuan Shao's camp in one fell swoop. ”

Han Cheng listened to Sima Yi's words and knew that Sima Yi must have a preliminary plan in his heart, otherwise Sima Yi would not be able to be so untargeted.

Then he said to Sima Yi with satisfaction: "Zhongda, please continue." ”

Sima Yi took a sip of tea and said calmly: "Please send the men and horses of the intelligence battalion to tell General Zhao Fu first, and let him prepare a large amount of food and weapons to prepare for a protracted war."

And asked General Zhao Fu to send some people to find a place that is easy to defend and difficult to attack, and then occupy it and build strong fortifications.

The other part of the people swaggered to attack the county seat in the north of Julu County, posing as if they wanted to capture the county seat and take the opportunity to break through.

Then when Yuan Shao sent troops, he quickly returned to the place that was easy to defend and difficult to attack, and strengthened the defense.

Yuan Shao has a conceited personality and loves face very much, so he will inevitably send an army to exterminate General Zhao Fu's men.

Just in case, Yuan Shao will also strengthen his troops in the counties of Julu County to prevent General Zhao Fu's men and horses from escaping in all directions.

It is initially estimated that Yuan Shao will have at least 30,000 troops to participate in this encirclement of General Zhao Fu.

And our Fenwu army, on the one hand, was under the city of Shangai County, posing as if they were attacking Yuan Shao's camp.

If Yuan Shao sends troops, we will retreat to the city of Shangai County and defend the city; If Yuan Shao withdraws his troops, we will continue to put on the appearance of attacking Yuan Shao's camp; If Yuan Shao's army directly attacks our Shangai County, we will not be able to defend the city.

On the other hand, we ordered Zhao Yun to lead 10,000 Qinglong troops to the north of Daijun, and then quietly come back at night.

Liu Bao led 10,000 sharp knife troops to the south, went straight to Zhao County, Wei County and other places, and then quietly came back at night.

Ling Luo Han led 10,000 blade troops and went straight to Julu County, and also quietly came back at night.

Yuan Shao saw that our army was divided into several ways to counterattack Jizhou, and he would inevitably disperse his forces, support various places, and strengthen the defense of each county.

In this way, Yuan Shao will arrange at least 30,000 troops to provide assistance from all over the country.

And we took advantage of the night to lead the army of Fenwu Army and conquer Yuan Shao's camp in one fell swoop.

However, this plan is too complicated, and the most important thing is whether General Zhao Fu and the guards of Shangai County can hold it? ”

After listening to Sima Yi's words, everyone secretly thought about it.

After a while, Zhang Liao said respectfully to Han Cheng: "My subordinates think that Sima Zhongda's strategy is feasible. Please ask the lord to give his subordinates 30,000 soldiers and horses, and his subordinates will be able to keep Ai County for three months. ”

Han Cheng saw that everyone would work together and unite as one, and he was overjoyed.

After Xu Shu, Fu Zhu, Zhang Liao and others made some changes in the details, Han Cheng asked the people in the intelligence battalion to pass the plan to Zhao Fu.

At the same time, Zhao Yun, Liu Bao, and Fu Luo Han also led the army to set off.

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Yuan Shaojun's camp, Yuan Shao's camp tent

Yuan Shao gritted his teeth and asked Guo Tu who was standing aside: "Gongzhi, our army's grain was suddenly burned, so I couldn't kill Han Cheng in one battle and take Changshan County.

I can't swallow this breath.

You recommend one person, and I will let him lead 20,000 cavalry to exterminate all this group of Fenwu troops who burned my food. ”

Guo Tu saw that the lord arranged the troops according to his own will, and his heart was overjoyed.

Hearing Yuan Shao say that he would recommend someone, he remembered Chun Yuqiong, who had a friendship with him.

Therefore, Guo Tu said to Yuan Shao: "My lord, the general Chun Yuqiong is strong in martial arts and has a high prestige in the army, I suggest that he lead 20,000 horses and horses to exterminate this 'damn Fenwu army' in our territory." ”

Yuan Shao once served as the 'Eighth Captain of the West Garden' with Chun Yuqiong, and he still recognized Chun Yuqiong's ability very much, so he agreed to Guo Tu's meaning.

When Chun Yuqiong led the army and was about to rush to Julu County, Yuan Shao received the news that his subordinates were exploring the horses: "A force of more than 5,000 Fenwu troops appeared around Quzhou County in the north of Julu County, trying to break through Quzhou County and flee to Youzhou. ”

After Yuan Shao listened, he immediately said to Chun Yuqiong: "Zhong Jian, you first lead 10,000 cavalry, rush to Quzhou County, and strive to block this Fenwu army under Quzhou County, I will let Zhao Rong lead 10,000 infantry, and then arrive." ”

Chun Yuqiong took the order and left.

At the same time, Tanma kept coming:

"The Fenwu army on the opposite side sent a cavalry of more than 10,000 people and went straight to Daijun."

"The Fenwu army on the opposite side sent a cavalry of more than 10,000 people to go straight to Zhao County and Wei County."

"The Fenwu army on the opposite side sent a cavalry of more than 10,000 people and went straight to Julu County."

After listening to this, Yuan Shao read in his heart: "What does Fenwu Jun want to do? Sending a large number of cavalry to these three counties, do you want to meet the men and horses who are burning my grain and grass? Hum! I'm not going to let you get your way. ”

He then ordered Yan Liang to lead 10,000 cavalry to quickly support Shangquyang County on the north side of Zhongshan County, to prevent the cavalry of the Fenwu Army from moving south from Dai County, and connect with the men and horses who burned military food in Jizhou;

He also ordered Meng Dai to lead 10,000 cavalry to quickly support Xiaquyang County on the west side of Julu County, to prevent the cavalry of the Fenwu Army from moving east from Julu County and connecting with the men and horses burning military rations in Jizhou.

He also ordered Yuan Shang of Yecheng to send 20,000 horses to the north to Zhao County to block the southward movement of the Fenwu army.

In the end, Ling Ju Yi led the existing 110,000 troops and forcibly attacked Shangai County.