It is not the so-called Mandate of Heaven that determines the outcome of the victory, but the soldiers and horses and the conspiracy.

"Dian Wei."

"Yes."

Xu Ding said: "Cao Cao is in the city, it stands to reason that it is impossible to escape, you send an order to go down and immediately block the whole city." Go door to door to find me, be sure to find him. ”

"Yes."

Dian Wei departed.

.......

Cheng fell into the hands of Xu Ding, which was equivalent to capturing most of Yizhou.

As long as Cao Cao is captured again, the twelve counties of Sichuan and Shu will no longer be threatened.

This battle of Shu will also end.

Dian Wei ordered the troops entering the city to start looking for Cao Cao.

Xu Ding also used a satellite detection system to search inside and outside the city.

After a long time.

Dian Wei walked in and arched his hand and said, "Your Majesty, the last general sent people to search the city, but Cao Cao was not seen. ”

"I'm going to keep looking. I don't believe he can fly into the sky? ”

"Yes."

Jia Xu asked, "General Dian Wei, how is the situation in the city now?" Have all Cao's troops surrendered? ”

"Surrendered..." Dian Wei said with a smile: "We have even captured Cheng, how can the Cao army not surrender?" ”

Jia Xu said to Xu Ding: "Now that the Cao army has surrendered, there will be no threat to Chengdu. The rest of the counties will also be terrified when they hear that Cao Cao's army was defeated and Cheng was lost. The ministers were willing to repair the book and send it to various places to persuade the county to surrender to the imperial court. ”

"That's what I was going to do. But Cao Cao hasn't caught it yet. Whether to wait for Cao Cao to be arrested, and then persuade officials in various places, that would be more convincing. Xu Dingdao.

Whether Cao Cao was captured or not is indeed a matter of the overall situation.

Not only Xu Ding was anxious, but Jia Xu and the generals were also anxious.

However, in a huge city, it is like looking for a needle in a haystack, which is really difficult.

Jia Xu said: "What Your Majesty said is, then wait a little longer." ”

"Hmm."

The army that entered the city searched all night.

There is no gain at all.

In the end, they all gave up.

Xu Ding also no longer uses satellite monitoring systems. Because this function is easy to use, it is tiring after a long time.

Since he searched in the city all night and did not find it, Cao Cao must have fled from the capital.

Next.

When the sun rises.

Cheng Du returned to his former calm.

Xu Ding personally wrote a notice and ordered it to be posted at the gate of the city to appease the people.

For those Cao troops who surrendered, temporarily disarmed. Those who are willing to join the Xia State army will be hired as appropriate after the recovery of Yizhou. Those who are unwilling to join the army are temporarily placed in a camp outside the capital of Cheng, and when the war is over, they will be paid travel expenses and return to their hometowns.

He treated the people in the city leniently and implemented the policies of the Xia Kingdom.

Compared with Cao Cao, Xia Guo's policies are more popular.

The economy of Xia is even stronger than Cao Cao.

Many taxes can be reduced or exempted, greatly reducing the burden on the people.

When the announcement went out, the people of Chengdu were overjoyed.

Many people who meet the poverty alleviation targets of Xia Guo have gone to the government to register. Even if it doesn't, there will be certain benefits. In short, living in the Xia Kingdom is a hundred times stronger than under Cao Cao. The people are very willing to agree to enter Yizhou and turn Yizhou into the territory of Xia Kingdom.

On the third day of the capture of Chengdu, Xu Ding's army took over the territory in full.

In the city and outside the city, there are military facilities, ensuring that the Cao army scattered in Yizhou cannot counterattack the Chengdu.

Whew...

At this time, it was in Zangdu County, which was close to the four southern and central counties.

Cao Cao, Sima Yi, Cao Ren and others led more than 3,000 remnants of soldiers to rush here.

They were in tattered clothes and covered in mud, and they were in a state of disarray.

The name of the Tibetan capital guard is Jiang Yuan, Jiang Yuan is a subordinate of Liu Zhang, the former Yizhou, because Cao Cao seized Yizhou, he had to submit to Cao Cao.

Now, Cao Cao's army is defeated and surrendered.

In addition, Xu Ding's army has captured Chengdu.

Jiang Yuan, the guard of the Tibetan capital, has another thought.

If he still helps Cao Cao, sooner or later he will bring disaster upon himself.

With Cao Cao, who is in danger of helping him, why not take Cao Cao's head and dedicate it to Xu Ding? In this way, he can not only save his life, but also make a great contribution. Of course, he also helped the deceased owner Liu Zhang to avenge him.

Night.

Jiang Yuan secretly mobilized 5,000 defenders and surrounded Cao Cao's residence, preparing to capture and kill Cao Cao.

Half of the 3,000 soldiers responsible for protecting Cao Cao went to rest, and the other half were stationed around Cao Cao.

The soldiers had just experienced a big battle, and their morale was very low.

If it weren't for the protection of Cao Cao, they would have fallen asleep a long time ago.

Bang, clang...

In the silence of the night, there was the clashing of weapons and armor, and the sound of running. Although the voice was very soft, it still did not escape the ears of Cao Jun's elite.

"Who?"

"Kill..." A loud shout of killing came from a distance.

Immediately woke up all the soldiers.

also woke up Cao Cao.

Puff puff...

Cao Cao turned over and got up, and he heard the sound of fighting outside.

He hurriedly shouted: "Man Yuan, Man Yuan..." ”

Man Yuan is the younger brother of Man Favor.

After the death of the complacent pet, he led the Tiger Guards.

The Tiger Guards were Cao Cao's personal guards and had saved Cao Cao from danger many times.

It can be said that Cao Cao has survived until now, and the Tiger Guard Army has made great contributions.

It used to be led by Xu Chu, then it was full of favors, and now it has become Man Yuan.

One generation is not as good as the next...

But the members of the Tiger Guards have never changed.

If you want to join the Tiger Guard, you must first be a veteran, and you must have an innocent family background and absolute loyalty to Cao Cao. Their combat effectiveness may not be as good as that of some elite troops, but they are willing to die for Cao Cao.

Especially when protecting Cao Cao, he often fought to the death and did not retreat, and his combat effectiveness was extremely strong.

Man Yuan ran into Cao Cao's bedroom, he looked anxious, and said, "The defenders of the Tibetan capital have rebelled, the lord is leaving." ”

"What? Mutiny? ”

Cao Cao should have thought that he had fallen so far that the local army could not be trusted.

It's a pity...

The playground, which has always been proud of the crowd, rarely encounters such a thing. In the past, others took refuge in him, how could there be his own generals who ran to take refuge in others?

"Lord, go quickly, they have already killed you..."

"Where's Zhongda?"

Cao Cao's first reaction was to take Sima Yi away. Because Sima Yi is a genius, with Sima Yi here, he can rise.

Without Sima Yi, he wouldn't even have a chance.

"The last general will go and call him..."

"No, I'll go myself." Cao Cao didn't want to waste time and went to Sima Yi's residence with Man Yuan.

The Tiger Guards along the way all followed behind Cao Cao.

Soon to the backyard.

Sima Yi also reacted quickly, he had already guessed that it must be the defenders of the Tibetan capital who rebelled and attacked the city guards. At such a time, it was difficult for the demoralized Tiger Guards, as well as the defeated army, to defeat the morale-boosting defenders of the Tibetan capital. Only by retreating can we take refuge for a while.

He was about to go to see Cao Cao.

Unexpectedly, Cao Cao came first.

"Lord, is it Jiang Yuan who has rebelled?"

"Exactly."

Cao Cao said in his heart that Sima Yi was really agile, and he guessed the situation ahead at once.

"Lord, go quickly." Sima Yi didn't have any extra words, and he never thought about defeating Jiang Yuan, because the hope was too slim.

"Kill..."

The shouts of killing are getting closer.

Cao Cao didn't dare to hesitate any longer, and walked over the wall with Sima Yi.

Unfortunately...

Cao Cao and Sima Yi had just climbed over the wall and met Jiang Yuan, who had rushed to the city to guard the mansion. There were not many troops around Jiang Yuan, about 300 people. Cao Cao's troops were not many, about 200 people.

After the two sides met, Jiang Yuan recognized Cao Cao at once.

"Cao Cao is there, catch him!" Jiang Yuan shouted.

"Kill..." The soldiers beside him all ran over as fast as they could.

Jiang Yuan was excited and shouted: "Whoever can take Cao Cao's head, this general will be rewarded!" ”

Thinking of taking Cao Cao's head and offering it to Xu Ding, Jiang Yuan trembled with excitement.

That's a lot of credit.

The glory and wealth of his life may depend on this time.

"Jiang Yuan, why did you betray me?" Cao Cao ordered his troops and fought Jiang Yuan's soldiers. questioned Jiang Yuan.

"Cao Mengde, you can't escape from your wings, don't you descend?"

"Hahaha..." Cao Cao couldn't help laughing: "You want me to descend to you?" Do you think you're qualified? ”

Even if the emperor of the Xia Kingdom promised to be here, Cao Cao would not waver for half a point.

What's more, it's the lonely Jiang Yuan? How can a traitor seek glory descend to him?

Bell, bell, bell...

Outside the walls, the two sides engaged in a fierce exchange.

Cao Cao's Tiger Guards really deserve their reputation.

With less than 200 people, he defeated more than 300 Jiang Yuan, and the most shocking thing was that the Tiger Guards had zero casualties!

This is enough to show that Cao Cao's troops are really strong in combat effectiveness. If it weren't for the appearance of Xu Dingre's weapons, they would definitely be an invincible army in the Three Kingdoms era.

"Lord, Jiang Yuan's reinforcements have arrived, hurry up!" Sima Yi's eyes lit up, and when he saw an enemy coming in the distance, he hurriedly pulled Cao Cao away.

The Tiger Guards defeated Jiang Yuan's forces and escorted Cao Cao away.

...........

The battle for the castle did not last long.

All of Cao's army, except for the Tiger Guards, were wiped out.

Jiang Yuan blocked the Tibetan capital and searched carefully.

And with great fanfare, posting notices, anyone who provides Cao Cao's whereabouts will be rewarded. If you can capture Cao Cao or kill Cao Cao, you will be rewarded with a thousand gold.

Of course, Jiang Yuan can't get a thousand dollars.

But I can afford it.

He sent Cao Cao's head over, how much more than a daughter?

When the notice was posted, the people went crazy.

They were dispatched to help search for Cao Cao.

Even if you can't kill Cao Cao, as long as you provide valid clues, you can get a large reward.

Cheng Du.

Fuchu.

Xu Ding, Jia Xu, and Dian Wei walked around the city, learned about the country of abundance, the style of the capital, and then returned to the city guard.

As soon as Xu Ding sat down, a soldier ran in and handed a letter to Xu Ding.

"Hahaha..."

As soon as Xu Ding saw half of it, he couldn't help laughing.

Jia Xu picked up the tea bottle, smiled and asked, "Your Majesty, what is this letter?" ”

"The Tibetan capital guard, Jiang Yuan sent someone to send it. A few days ago, Cao Cao fled to the Tibetan capital, and Jiang Yuan led his troops to attack Cao Cao's residence, killing him and fleeing in embarrassment. ”

"Did you catch Cao Cao?" Jia Xu asked urgently.

"Nope."

"It's a pity..." Jia Xu sighed: "Such a good opportunity, but I didn't seize Cao Cao." ”

"Wen He doesn't have to be angry, Cao Cao can't escape." Xu Ding smiled and said, "Think about it, why did Cao Cao go to the Tibetan capital?" Does he want to go to Nanzhong? Relying on Meng Huo's strength to make a comeback? In this case, after Cao Cao's defeat in the Tibetan capital, he will definitely go to Nanzhong. ”

"Tai Shi Ci is attacking Nanzhong, I expect that Meng Shu should also be defeated, Cao Cao fled there, how can he survive?"

"Your Majesty."

Jia Xu also remembered it.

Tai Shi Ci was ordered to attack Nanzhong, and left one day earlier than Xu Ding's army. Now there are definitely results. It's just that the distance is far away, so I didn't send the letter.

"Decree Tai Shici, if you see Cao Cao, you must capture him alive." Xu Dingdao.

"No."

Xu Ding sent a brigade of troops as reinforcements to aid Nanzhong Tai Shi Ci. Two more brigades were sent to form an oppressive force against other counties and counties in Yizhou, prompting Cao's troops in various places to surrender as soon as possible.

South Central.

Yunnan County.

Yunnan is the capital of the Nanzhong region.

Since Meng was returned to Cao Cao, he moved here.

Three days ago, he was attacked by Tai Shi Ci's subordinates.

To the north of Yunnan, fierce troop battles were launched.

Originally, Meng had 100,000 elites. But not long ago, in order to support Cao Cao's attack on Chang'an, 50,000 were transferred. Now the counties in the south and central have 50,000 soldiers who can fight.

In Yunnan County, there are less than 20,000.

Tai Shici's new army is a full brigade.

His 3,000 men were well-trained and well-armed.

After a day of fighting with Meng Huo, he won a complete victory. However, as the king of Nanban, Meng Huo has a very high prestige in Nanzhong, and the cave masters and taishou everywhere are willing to help him.

Meng Yu fled from Yunnan and soon gathered more than 30,000 soldiers to retreat to the poisonous forest.

What is a poison forest?

In the south, central and central regions, there is a mountain range, which is extremely vast, and is called a poisonous forest by the local people. As the name suggests, there is a layer of poisonous gas in the air, and anyone who trespasses will not be able to live.

Therefore, the people seldom went in.

Even if there is a person who enters the poison forest, the antidote will be used.

Make sure you don't get gassed.

Meng Yu fled into the poison forest, and there were more than 30,000 troops to be mobilized. This is a huge threat to Tai Shici. Because he has a brigade in his hands, and he can't enter the poisonous forest.

Originally, he planned to surround the poisonous forest and wait for Meng to run out of food.

However, he found that the poisonous forest was too big, and he had few troops to block it.

If Meng is able to concentrate his forces and take advantage of the situation to break through, he will definitely succeed.

This made Tai Shici very difficult.

Just then, a good news came.

Xu Ding sent a brigade of reinforcements from Chengdu, which has now passed through the Tibetan capital. One day later, you can rush to Yunnan.

Tai Shi Ci immediately sent someone to keep an eye on the poisonous forest.

Master Meng Shu's every move.

Vertical day.

Xu Ding's reinforcements came to Yunnan City.

Tai Shici personally went to greet him and invited the brigade commander Dai Yu to the mansion.

"Brigade Commander Dai, do you know about the Poison Forest?" Tai Shi Ci motioned for him to sit down and asked.

"Before I came to Yunnan, I heard the people of Nanzhong talk about it. The poisonous forest is poisonous, and those who trespass die. It's just that... I don't understand, why wasn't Meng Huo poisoned? Isn't it too strange that his army of 30,000 can still survive in the poisonous forest? ”

Tai Shi Ci said with a smile: "General Dai's words have hit the point. ”

"I guess Meng Huo must have an antidote. Moreover, this antidote is easy to obtain, so that his army of 30,000 can take the antidote and enter the poison forest. ”

"Well, that makes sense."

Dai Yu thinks about it.

If the antidote is too expensive, how can it be that the army of 30,000 will all take it. It's so unrealistic.

The so-called antidote must be at their fingertips, but they don't know it.