Three Kingdoms Strong Army System

But it is said that Yuan Shao took Jizhou from Han Fu, but within a few years, he controlled seven of the nine counties in Jizhou. Only Hejian and Bohai counties in the north fell into the hands of Gongsun Zan, the prefect of Youbeiping.

In the following years, Gongsun Zan has been competing with Yuan Shao for Jizhou.

Gongsun Zan wins because he has many cavalry and his soldiers are brave, while Yuan Shao wins because he has many soldiers and generals, and his wise men plan for him. The two sides have always won each other.

But Gongsun Zan was not the only force in Youzhou. Seeing Gongsun Zan's brutality, Youzhou Mu led an army of [-] to attack Gongsun Zan's rear, but was defeated by the [-] troops returned by Gongsun Zan.

Youzhou Mu was defeated and besieged, Gongsun Zan killed Youzhou Mu in order to eradicate the grass, and Youzhou was in chaos.

Yuan Shao followed the advice of his subordinates and led his troops to the north. Within a few months, he broke through Hejian and Bohai, and even invaded Youzhou. Within half a year, Gongsun Zan retreated steadily and finally committed suicide.

Yuan Shao captured Youzhou, and ordered his eldest son Yuan Tan to lead an army to attack Qingzhou.

In just a few months, Yuan Tan occupied Pingyuan County and Le'an Kingdom's entire land north of the Yellow River. After they reorganized their troops, they had to cross the Yellow River and continue to attack Qingzhou in the south.

At this time, Yuan Shao was in high spirits. He had a nephew who was a high-ranking official who was originally from Bingzhou.He is about to order Gao Gan as a guide to lead the army over the Taihang Mountains and enter Bingzhou from Huguan.

Unexpectedly, before the army gathered, news came that Shangdang and Taiyuan counties had fallen into Liu Zhang's hands.

After seizing part of Youzhou and Qingzhou, Yuan Shao followed the advice of his counselors and moved the government from Xindu to Yecheng.

In Yecheng, in Yuan Shao's conference hall, there were two rows of braziers, and the civil and military people gathered together in the hall.

Above the high hall, Yuan Shao looked aggrieved.

"Everyone, I wanted to lead the army into Huguan and attack Bingzhou after the autumn harvest last year, but Liu Zhang took the opportunity. It's cold today, but it's not suitable for sending troops. What should I do?"

"My lord is wise, it's snowing heavily and the roads are slippery, which is not conducive to marching. If troops are forced to send troops, the soldiers will suffer a lot due to the weather." Guo Tu came out and flattered Yuan Shao, which instantly made Yuan Shao happy.

Feng Ji didn't want Guo Tuzhuan to be more beautiful than before, so he immediately said: "My lord, it's better to start the spring next year, when the weather is warmer, then send troops."

Feng Ji obviously said a nonsense, everyone knew what Yuan Shao meant now, that is, after the beginning of spring, he would send troops to merge the state.

Xu You found that Yuan Shao's face was as usual, so he knew that Feng Ji's words did not impress Yuan Shao, he thought for a while, then bowed his hands and said: "My lord, I heard that Liu Zhang first went to the south of the county, and then conquered Shangdang, Taiyuan, Xihe, The southern part of the two counties of Yanmen has also fallen into his hands. Although the territory accounts for one-third of Bingzhou, the population under his rule accounts for two-thirds of Bingzhou. Attacking, the difficulty will increase.”

Yuan Shao's eyes lit up when he heard it, and he immediately asked: "What Ziyuan said is exactly what I'm worried about, do you have a clever plan?"

Seeing Yuan Shao's inquiry, Xu You felt a little complacent. He stroked the beard on his chin, "I don't dare to think of clever tricks, but there are two poor ones!"

"tell me the story!"

"Liu Zhang occupied Shangdang, presumably Huguan has fallen into his hands. This Huguan is easy to defend and difficult to attack. Although our army has a large number of troops, we have suffered too much damage at Huguan, so it is not worthwhile. However, the new Shangdang, In the second counties of Taiyuan, the people's hearts are not attached, and the foundation is not stable. You can send a spy to persuade the big clan to think that you should respond. The lord is four generations and three princes. , so that Liu Zhang will not be at peace. This is a policy."

"I suggest that after the beginning of spring, the troops should be divided into two groups, attack Huguan all the way to attract Liu Zhang's attention, and go all the way to Youzhou to attack Yanmen. If Yanmen is won, they can go straight to attack Bingzhou. This is the second strategy."

"Okay, these two strategies are very good!" Xu You's two strategies made Yuan Shao feel happy.

Immediately, the plan for merging the state was made, and all the counselors also felt that Xu You's two strategies were feasible, and then they each added details.

Afterwards, Yuan Shao asked about the current situation in Qingzhou.

Qingzhou governs six prefectures, of which Pingyuan County and Le'an State are close to Jizhou, and there are Jishui and the Yellow River in the territory. After learning that the eldest son Yuan Tan crossed the Yellow River in winter and continued to attack Pingyuan County and Le'an State, he was very interested.

This Qingzhou originally had a population of more than 300 million. After the Yellow Turban Rebellion, the governor was killed, Qingzhou had no leader, and the prefects of the six prefectures acted on their own.

Yuan Shao knew that with the abilities of his eldest son Yuan Tan and the hard work of several generals, it would not be difficult to conquer Pingyuan County and Le'an Country.

When he was so happy, he ordered people to set up a banquet for all the ministers.

Liu Zhang newly acquired the parts of Hedong, Shangdang, Taiyuan, and Xihe, and the population under his rule increased by another 90. It was only just occupied, and it was too late to replace officials and implement his various policies.

Liu Zhang is very concerned about Bingzhou. As long as he captures Bingzhou, he can curb Yuan Shao's westward expansion.

In Chang'an City, Fa Yan, Liu Ye and others are busy selecting officials.There are not many aristocratic families in Bingzhou, but they are not in the minority. How to satisfy all parties and the distribution of official positions is very difficult.

It has been like this since ancient times to exchange official positions for the loyalty of the big clans in the counties of Bingzhou. Liu Zhang knew it, and so did Fa Yan, Liu Ye and others.

So recently, Fa Yan, Liu Ye and others, while meeting with the Bingzhou clan, made careful plans.

Liu Zhang also had a free time, staying in the mansion during the winter to spend time with his family.

Wu Wan and Ma Yunlu each have their own advantages and disadvantages. One is a beautiful young woman and the other is a cute loli. They change their patterns every day and are very happy.

Liu Zhang handled government affairs in the front yard of the mansion during the day, met officials in the afternoon, and stayed with his family at night.

Recently, Liu Zhang's performance has been noticed by Liu Yan's old department. They also think that Liu Zhang is a master who can follow, and they gradually return to their hearts.

Confidants Zhao Wei, Huang Quan, Li Yan, and Li Hui devote themselves to daily care; wives Wu Yi, Wu Ban, Ma Teng, etc. train soldiers and horses; Heroes from all directions, such as Gan Ning, Yan Xing, Pang De, Liu Ye, etc., did their best.

The entire city of Chang'an is thriving, and its strength is growing day by day.

Liu Zhang set up a recruiting hall in Chang'an City, and every day, talents and warriors from all over the world came to vote.

Ma Yunlu reminded Liu Zhang to host a banquet at home and invite his father-in-law Ma Teng and his family to catch up on the old days.

Ma Teng brought his eldest son Ma Chao, his second son Ma Xiu, and his third son Ma Tie to meet Liu Zhang and Ma Yunlu.

When Liu Zhang saw Ma Chao for the first time, he was amazed.I saw that Ma Chao was tall and handsome, with a good skin, not to mention tall and burly, his appearance was even more outstanding.

After drinking and eating, Liu Zhang looked at Ma Chao. "Meng Qi, I heard that you are 18 years old, where do you live now?"

Ma Chao replied, "I'm a general under my father's account!"