"So, the method of transporting soldiers under the guise of merchant ships does not actually work?" Sun Quan said in a deep voice. Only two merchant ships are allowed to pass at a time, and two merchant ships, even if they are all full of soldiers, how many troops will be transported in total?

Besides, almost all of the caravans that Huang Zu would put were related to the Jingzhou Shi clan, and it was estimated that it would be difficult for Sun Quan to find a collaborator. Even if he really finds it, Sun Quan has to bear the risk that the other party may betray him at any time.

So, it's hard.

If it's not difficult, Zhou Yu's smart person won't be able to make progress here. Why did Zhou Yu always hope that Sun Quan would give priority to the capture of Xu Du? Cao Cao's heavy troops were all deployed in the north, and being pinned down by Yuan Shao was on the one hand, on the other hand, after capturing Xudu, the Jiangdong army could also pass through Xudu, through Wancheng Xinye and other places, and directly attack Xiangyang, where Liu Biao was located. Once Xiangyang is breached, the upstream and downstream will be attacked from both sides, and Jiangxia's difficulty will be self-defeating.

It is also to occupy Jingzhou, and it is also to dominate the Yangtze River. The difference is that Sun Quan first occupied Jingzhou and then considered Xudu, while Zhou Yu first captured Xudu and then used the road to attack Jingzhou.

In terms of difficulty, it seems that Zhou Yu's plan is a little better. However, in addition to the immediate advantages and disadvantages, Sun Quan also paid more attention to strategic issues, and gave priority to attacking Xudu, which was likely to lead to Cao Cao's rapid defeat, and at that time, the entire north fell into the hands of Yuan Shao in a short period of time, which was not good news in Sun Quan's view.

Cao Cao, even if he wins the battle of Guandu, until he unifies the north, he will have to fight with Yuan Shao and Yuan Shao's son for several years. For such a long time, not to mention the mutual consumption of the two parties, it is enough for Sun Quan to do a lot of things. But if Yuan Shao defeats Cao Cao, I am afraid that it will be devastating and decaying, and it will not leave much opportunity for the Sun family to grow.

The reason why Zhou Yu didn't consider this was that he subconsciously thought that Cao Cao couldn't win. This is also the difference between Zhou Yu and Sun Quan that cannot be unified.

"The more impossible it is, the more unexpected it will be, and the weaker the guardiness of the other side." Sun Quan said.

Dong Xun was taken aback, and couldn't help but say,

"My lord, do you really want to borrow a merchant ship to transport troops?!"

How much time does it take to transport enough troops to the other side? And, where should the soldiers be stationed? How should grain and grass be supplied? What should I do if I am discovered?

Yes, this is surprising, but it's also incredibly difficult to operate!

"No, it doesn't have to be that complicated, I'll just go over and cut the iron rope." Sun Quan said.

"Huh? Ha? ”

Dong Xi was dumbfounded, he had hardly worked with Sun Quan, and it was really difficult to keep up with Sun Quan's brain circuit.

"My lord, do you know how thick the iron rope is?" Dong Xi couldn't help but stretch out his hand and gesture. With such a thick iron cable, even the Mengchong ship can be pulled steadily in the river, and ordinary ships can't hit it, so it can be cut casually!

"Don't worry, I have a magic weapon that sharpens iron like clay." Sun Quan couldn't help but smile, the Qingyu Sword finally has a place to use it again.

"Once the route is opened, let our fleet pass quickly against the rockfall on the mountain, preferably on a day with a good wind. As long as the speed is fast enough and the distance between the ships is large enough, they can't smash a few ships even if they smash them. Sun Quan said, "I'm going to kill Huang Zu directly in his harbor before he can react!" ”

"My lord! It's too dangerous to risk yourself. Dong Xi hurriedly said, "Since you have a sharp weapon that sharpens iron like clay, you temporarily lend me the divine soldiers, and your subordinates only need to bring a team of dead soldiers, and they will definitely be able to cut the iron rope and cut the defense line for our army!" ”

"Nope."

Sun Quan shook his head decisively, it was not that he couldn't believe Dong Xi, but that this matter had to be done by himself. Before making a move, Sun Quan can judge whether he can succeed with three thoughts, and see in advance whether there will be unexpected risks, which is one of them. Second, the purpose of Sun Quan's personal visit was not only to cut the iron cable, but also to test the layout of the port of the Huangzutun army opposite the checkpoint in advance.

"I'm not familiar with naval operations, and it's more valuable to rush to the front than to command indiscriminately as a layman in the rear." Sun Quan said.

"No, no, no." Dong Xi shook his head again and again, "My lord, no matter what, even if you don't do anything in the army, you are the biggest backbone of our Jiangdong Army, and you are really not suitable to risk yourself!" ”

"I mean leading by example, not risking yourself. You should know better than me, in the first few times Zhou Yu tentatively attacked, there were still quite a few casualties on our side, and in the eyes of the soldiers, how many people were willing to die in vain? I set an example this time, I want everyone to see that the Jingzhou Army is not so terrible, Huangzu is not so terrible, and Xiakou is not a difficult point that cannot be overcome! Even I went in person, what else are the soldiers afraid of! Sun Quan said in a loud voice, "In short, I have made up my mind, and it is useless for you to say anything." Instead of persuading me, it's better to think about how to cooperate with me, break through Xiakou in one fell swoop, and take down Huang Zu! The scene after breaking through Xiakou is the most important. ”

"Lord!"

Dong Xi was so excited by Sun Quan's words that tears were about to come out. Taking the lead, many times it's just a gimmick, and when you are really in great danger, how many managers are willing to rush to the forefront?!

"The lord is righteous, and his subordinates admire! Now that the lord has made up his mind, I hope that the lord will take care of himself and bring more masters by his side! Dong Xi bowed solemnly.

"Don't worry, although Zhou Tai has stayed in Lujiang for the time being to confuse the enemy and not come, I have already told Ling Cao that Ling Cao is good at swimming, and there is absolutely no problem with him." Sun Quan said, "In addition, regarding the issue of merchant ships, you bring Zhu Ran here, and I will discuss with him, he has been running on the river for so many years, and he should have some way." ”

"Yes."

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Then, Sun Quan found Zhu Ran and discussed with the other party a plan to borrow a merchant ship to approach Xiakou. After making all the preparations, Sun Quan waited for the best time with peace of mind, that is, waiting for the east wind.

Although this time it will not choose to attack by fire, but against the Yangtze River, only with the help of the east wind, Jiangdong's fleet can quickly pass through Xiakou. Reducing the risk of being smashed by boulders can also catch Huang Zu off guard.

As a result, the east wind is not common, and Sun Quan has not waited for the east wind, but has waited for the news that his eldest brother Sun Ce has fallen into the hands of the demon gate.

Under the spread of well-intentioned people, the news soon spread all over Jiangdong, all over the north and south of the river, and Sun Jiajun was panicked for a while.

As a result, at this moment that no one expected.

"Don't wait for the east wind, this news is the best east wind! Contact Zhu Ran, I want to take the next merchant ship. ”