Then Zhang Lang learned from Ma Teng about the current situation in the northern and western battlefields, when he learned that Ma Chao had won a complete victory, and Zhang Liao, Zang Ba, and Xu Huang had also successfully smashed the enemy's attempt, the original hanging heart finally let go, and then couldn't help but worry, at present, the loss of his own army is not small, and it has also lost almost all the land of the state, which can be described as a great loss of strength, if Yuan Shao continues to attack with all his strength, the consequences are unimaginable!

Zhang Lang missed his wives in Chang'an very much, but because he was not worried about Yuan Shao, he still stayed in Hangu Pass.

A few days later, Ma Chao arrived with 50,000 iron horsemen, much to Zhang Lang's surprise. It turned out that the 50,000 iron cavalry brought by Ma Chao were all adapted by the Qiang people, and Ma Chao returned to Chang'an with the surrendered Qiang people that day, Jia Xu saw that the Qiang people were brave and good at fighting and his own side was at the time of employing people, so he reorganized and re-armed the Qiang people, and obtained a total of 50,000 Xiqiang cavalry, all of which were handed over to Ma Chao as commander, so that he galloped to Hangu Pass.

"Meng Qi, you really gave me a big surprise!" Zhang Lang couldn't help but say excitedly.

Ma Chao said with a smile: "The last general doesn't dare to take credit, this is the idea of the military advisor." By the way, the military advisor has a letter to the general. As he spoke, he took out the letter from his bosom and presented it to Zhang Lang with both hands.

Zhang Lang took the letter, opened it, read it, and frowned: "Jia Xu told me not to worry, saying that Yuan Shao must have been discouraged!" ”

Ma Teng and Ma Chao glanced at each other.

At this time, in Luoyang, Fu Zhizheng tried his best to persuade Yuan Shao to continue the large-scale attack on Lü Bu, in order to completely eliminate Lü Bu's threatening force.

Yuan Shao and the others finished their words in excitement, and said in frustration: "With more than 600,000 troops, we have fought for so many days and lost countless soldiers, but we can't enter the pass at all!" What's the point of continuing to fight? ”

Frustrated, he hurriedly said: "Lu Bujun's losses are very heavy! The defenders of Stone City alone have almost been wiped out! In addition, they have also lost the five northern counties, and the strategic situation is even more unfavorable than before the war! Although Lu Bu's army still has some strength, as long as our army continues to attack with all its might, I believe that the situation will change greatly in less than a month, and our army will definitely be able to attack Guanzhong! ”

Yuan Shao hesitated.

Xu You smiled coldly, hugged his fists at Yuan Shao and said, "My lord, the point of view under me is different from that of Fu Zhu. It is true that although Lu Bu's army suffered great losses, our army's losses are only afraid to be even greater! Although they lost the five northern counties, the natural danger defense line in Gongwei Pass was not shaken! How many men and horses will be lost in the assault on natural hazards? After losing so many people, can you break through the natural danger? ”

Yuan Shao nodded sympathetically.

Fu Zhi hurriedly hugged his fist at Yuan Shao and said, "Lord, the price will definitely be paid!" But only by eliminating Lu Bu at this time at any cost can there be one less big trouble in the future! Lu Bu is now at his weakest, if he doesn't completely destroy it, will he bite us back after he recovers? If you don't Tulu Bu at this time, you will regret it! ”

Xu You sneered, "When Lu Bu recovers his vitality, the lord has already swept away the north!" At that time, the power of the lord would be several times that of now, and Lu Bu's strength could only recover to the pre-war level at most, which was actually impossible, because he had already lost the five northern counties. At that time, we will be more relaxed and easy to deal with Lu Bu, maybe Lu Bu will take the initiative to surrender when he sees the huge difference in strength between the two sides, and it is unknown! ”

"Not bad, not bad! What Ziyuan said is exactly what I want! ”

Frustrated, "Lord ......"

Yuan Shao said impatiently: "I have made up my mind, Mr. Fu Zhu don't say it again!" ”

"The lord must not listen to the words of Xu You!"

"Alright, alright! You get me out! Yuan Shao pointed to the outside of the tent and said with a look of annoyance.

Seeing this, he let out a long sigh and left the hall with his head stilted. Xu You looked proud.

After being frustrated, Xu You hugged his fists and said: "Although this battle failed to eliminate Lu Bu, it occupied the five northern counties of Bingzhou, and Shangjun and Xihe County also had large tribes into the hands of our army. In addition, Lü Bu's army has suffered heavy losses, and our army can take advantage of this opportunity to develop to other places with peace of mind. ”

Yuan Shao nodded, "Where does Ziyuan think we should plan first?" ”

"Youzhou. The subordinates have just gotten the news that Yan Rou and Gongsun Chan have lost both, and we can take this opportunity to sweep Youzhou in one go! ”

Yuan Shao was overjoyed, and then showed a sad expression, "But Lu Bu's side can't be unguarded!" ”

Xu You smiled and said, "Since Fu Zhu cares about Lu Bu so much, let him go to guard against Lu Bu!" ”

Yuan Shao nodded, and suddenly remembered something, "How should Xianbei people deal with it?" Their messenger has just come again! Really annoying! ”

Xu You pondered: "Xianbei people deal with it this time, and the loss is not small!" At present, the main energy of the lord is to chase the Central Plains, and he should be kind and righteous to these Hu Lu, and to appease them! In this way, the lord can not only be free from worries, but also get a strong new force! ”

Yuan Shao felt that what Xu You said was very reasonable, "In this way, take out 300,000 taels of silver to reward Kebi Neng and Xianbei generals, and make Kebi Neng a general." ”

"The lord is wise."

Soon after, Yuan Shao personally led an army of 150,000 to the north into Youzhou, and at the same time sent envoys to persuade Yan Rou and others, leaving an army of 200,000 to defend Luoyang to guard against Lü Bu, and ordering Zhang Jaw and Gao Ran to lead their troops and horses to garrison the five northern counties, and allowed them to recruit strong men on the spot to supplement the army.

Yanzhou.

Cao Cao stood in front of the hall and looked at the sky in the distance, his brows furrowed.

Guo Jia walked up the steps, hugged his fists and said, "My lord." ”

Cao Cao withdrew his gaze and let out a long sigh.

Guo Jia smiled and asked, "Is the lord sighing for the battle of Yuan Lu that just ended?" ”

Cao Cao glanced at the country and said half-jokingly: "You Guo Fengxiao can pinch and calculate, and I can't hide anything from you!" ”

Guo Jia smiled, "Actually, the lord doesn't have to worry!" Although this battle has become a situation that is not embarrassing or embarrassing, it is not a bad thing, the combat strength of the two of them has been greatly damaged, and we can develop with peace of mind! ”

Cao Cao laughed, "Well said! There are pros and cons to everything, and this situation is not a good thing! He turned his head and asked Guo Jia: "How is the situation in Xuzhou?" "Cao Cao has already captured Xuzhou, and Cao Ren and Xun Yu are currently in charge of various affairs in Xuzhou.

Guo Jiadao: "Xun You has governed Xuzhou very well, even better than Tao Qianshi. ……”

Cao Cao nodded, "That's nature." Tao Qian is just a bad person, how to govern Xuzhou well? Xun Gongda has the talent to govern a small Xuzhou, of course, he is at ease! Glancing at the country, he asked with concern: "What is the situation of money, food, and army?" ”

"General Cao Ren recruited and trained the Xuzhou Army according to the requirements of the lord, and has now obtained 100,000 elite soldiers! As for the money, food, and wealth, it is enough for the Xuzhou military for five years! ”

Cao Cao was overjoyed, "100,000 Xuzhou troops plus 150,000 Qingzhou soldiers and 100,000 Yanzhou troops, we are now strong!" ”

Guo Jia nodded, hugged his fists and said, "Lord, we can attack Yuan Shu!" ”