Crossing the Battle of the Three Kingdoms

But Xu Shu was not complacent, because he knew that all of this was due to the superiority of the Shenwu Cannon of the Shenji Battalion.

The so-called Shenwu cannon is the big iron can. It is launched by a catapult, so the range is not far, only a few hundred meters.

However, Xu Shu placed it on a high place, so he expanded the range and damage range, and used the modern defensive artillery fortifications that Li Huiyi told them to cover his own troops who were tempting Yuan Jun, so the loss was so small.

Otherwise, Li Jun, who is entangled with Yuan Jun, will definitely die if Shenwu shoots it.

Although the Shenwu Cannon is a sharp weapon, there is not much ammunition at all. Currently, it is less than [-] pieces, and the daily output is only [-] to [-] pieces, and this is only after many improvements. Two or three would be fine.

In this battle, nearly a hundred Shenwu cannons were used, so when Yuan Jun was defeated, the general of the Shenji Battalion stopped firing, because in his eyes, the ammunition was more important than life, and he couldn't bear to waste it.

Li Jun didn't lose much, but Yuan Jun, it can be said that the whole army was wiped out, and there were less than [-] remnants who followed Yuan Shao.

As for the Yuan Jun who died in battle, there were more than ten thousand, most of them died under the Shenwu cannon. You must know that in ancient times, medical skills were not as developed as they are now.

As long as they are bombed and iron pieces enter the body, they will either die or be seriously injured. As long as they are seriously injured, the chance of surviving is small.

Except for Yuan Jun who died in battle and left with Yuan Shao, all the rest surrendered, that is to say, Xu Shu captured tens of thousands of troops.

These tens of thousands of troops have all been baptized by the flames of war, and their combat power is much stronger than that of ordinary soldiers. If Xu Shu subdues them into the army, the force will increase by one third.

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However, Xu Shu didn't fill all of them into the army. Instead, he sent someone to inquire, and he was willing to keep those who joined the army.

Those who do not want to, let them follow the militia and go to Qingzhou to live temporarily, and return to their hometown in Xuzhou after the war is over.

All of a sudden, many Yuan Jun's captives left, but a small half of them were willing to join the army. With Xu Shu's relentless approach, he easily subdued these Yuan Jun's hearts, and his combat power was improved.

As the strength of Xu Shu's army increases, Yuan Shao naturally loses. Whether Xuzhou can hold it is probably a challenge.

After a few days of rest, Xu Shu started to pull out the stronghold and set off for Xuzhou. Although Yuan Shao was released, Xu Shu would not allow him time to adjust his mentality.

Furthermore, taking advantage of the victory to pursue is also the kingly way to win, how could Xu Shu give up this great opportunity.

At this time, Yuan Shao had not yet returned to Xuzhou, but he was not far from Xuzhou, and was captured by Xu Shu because of Zizhong and other things.

Yuan Shao's life on this journey was very miserable, he barely had enough to eat, and the army he followed was even worse, and he could only eat one meal a day, which was still thin soup.

Eighty miles outside Xuzhou City, Yuan Jun simply set up a camp. The soldiers had no tents at all, so they could only huddle together around the fire to keep warm.

The only old dilapidated tent was naturally used by Yuan Shao. At this time, Yuan Shao and Ju Shou were discussing matters in the tent.

Yuan Shao said: "Sir, we are about to go to Xuzhou. After we go back, I'm afraid that the aristocratic family will have evil intentions when they learn of the defeat in this battle. I wonder if there is a way to solve it?"

Jushou replied: "It's simple. After the lord returns, a curfew will be imposed. Even if the family has a different heart, it will not be possible."

Yuan Shao nodded and said: "Well, this method is good, but it only treats the symptoms, not the root cause, so Xuzhou still can't keep it."

Ju Shou shook his head and said, "I'm not sure about this, it's up to people. Don't worry, my lord. Even if I can't keep it, I'm willing to follow my lord."

The scholar died for himself, although Ju Shou didn't vote for Yuan Shao at the beginning, but he was under Yuan Shao's command, and he was able to really use his hands and feet, so he was very grateful to Yuan Shao in his heart.

Seeing that Jushou didn't report good hopes, Yuan Shao was simply entangled in this topic, and suddenly sighed: "I don't know what is going on with Cao Cao now, but if he can have as many soldiers as him, that would be great, lose the last game , it's okay."

"Cao Cao?" Hearing this, Ju Shou had a flash of inspiration in his heart, and said, "My lord, perhaps Xuzhou can keep it."

"Huh?" Yuan Shao's face was filled with joy, and he said quickly, "What do you mean, Mr. Xuzhou doesn't have many soldiers who can fight now, and you were not too optimistic just now?"

Jushou smiled and said: "My lord, don't worry, Rongshou said slowly, Xuzhou may not have many soldiers and horses to defend, but you can borrow them."

Yuan Shao said with a confused face: "Borrow, borrow from Cao Cao. I'm afraid it will be difficult. After all, he is also in the middle of the war. I'm afraid he won't agree."

Ju Shou replied: "Cao Cao is secondary, but we must also send people to lobby. The most important thing is Erliu Chu. They should all understand the reason why the lips are dead and the teeth are cold."

Xuzhou was the place of the Four Wars, relying not only on Cao Cao, but also on the forces of Liu, Sun and other princes. If Li Huiyi occupied it, it would be oppressed invisibly, and they would probably have trouble sleeping and eating.

If Yuan Shao takes over, not only will they not be in danger, but they can also use this as a buffer so that they don't have to be wary of Li Huiyi's troops.

So Yuan Shao was in trouble, if he sent someone to ask for help, they would definitely lend a helping hand, because these people are princes of one side after all, and they still have certain vision.

When Jushou's point was pulled, Yuan Shao immediately understood the deep meaning, but he was still a little worried. "Sir, Liu Bei and I have already planted a deep hatred, and I am afraid it will be difficult to invite him to send troops."

Ju Shou shook his head and said, "Liu Bei has a grudge against the lord, but he also has a grudge against Li Huiyi. Besides, under the common interests, he will definitely agree."

"En." Yuan Shao said thoughtfully: "Okay, sir is worthy of being resourceful, with him here, Shao can rest assured."

For Yuan Shao's praise, Ju Shou was still useful, but he was not satisfied, because this method was also a helpless move.

Going to ask others for help, it would definitely depend on your face, and you would have to pay a little. If it wasn't for the previous battle, I didn't follow Xu Shu's plan, and I wouldn't have led to such a big defeat.

But Xu Shu's use of troops like that was completely unheard of, even if he was given the intelligence to be close to a monster, it would be impossible to guess.

Not much to say, Ju Shou and Yuan Shao discussed a glimmer of life, and the anxiety in their hearts eased a lot, and they began to send people to Xuzhou, asking them to send people to come to meet them.

When Yuan Tan, who stayed behind in Xuzhou, heard the news, he immediately felt worried, not for anything else, but because Yuan Shao had returned.

Calculated according to the time, returning at this time would be tantamount to returning in a big defeat. If this is leaked out, I am afraid that Xuzhou will be in chaos and people will panic.

Yuan Tan thought for a moment, and decided not to notify Xuzhou officials for the time being, so as not to leak the news to those who are interested.

In order to hide the news, Yuan Tan didn't make much fanfare. Instead, he led nearly a thousand soldiers and horses to meet him alone.

Judging from Yuan Tan's actions, it can be concluded that he already has a certain commanding ability, and given time, he will definitely be able to do something. You must know that Qingzhou was captured by his army at that time.

Seeing Yuan Tan leading an army coming alone, Yuan Shao praised him, and secretly went back to the city with him, and settled the remaining army outside the city, waiting for a suitable opportunity, and then summoned him into the city.

When Yuan Shao returned to the city, he immediately summoned local officials to enforce a curfew, and at the same time sent people to closely observe the family's movements, for fear that at this critical moment, the family would ruin his good deeds.

To stabilize internal affairs, Yuan Shao sent people to the princes to ask for reinforcements. As for whether he could successfully borrow soldiers and horses, it was up to him to do his best.

After several months of recovery, the small town of Xinye has become extremely prosperous, and the streets are full of traffic. On this day, a guest came to Liu Bei's residence.

Not long after the visitor entered Liu's residence, Liu Bei summoned Chen Deng, his busy arm, and it seemed that something important had happened.

When Chen Deng arrived, he saw a stranger sitting on one side cautiously, and couldn't help being curious. "Yuanlong has met the lord, but who is this distinguished guest?"

Liu Bei stood up and introduced him politely. When he learned that this person was sent by Yuan Shao to ask for reinforcements, Chen Deng's expression turned cold.

Chen Deng looked at the people and said, "Please go back and tell Yuan Shao that when you took Xuzhou back then, you never thought that borrowing troops would be impossible."

Seeing that Chen Deng was angry, Liu Bei hurried forward to persuade him, "Yuan Long, don't be angry, the past is over, we still have to look at the present."

"If Xuzhou is captured by Li Huiyi, we will be in danger. Our lips will be dead and our teeth will be cold. It is not impossible to send troops. We will sit down and discuss it carefully. There is no need to get angry. This will not benefit both parties."

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Chen Deng said angrily: "My lord, don't be merciful. Even if Xuzhou is defended, my lord still only has the small town of Xinye, and I still look at other people's eyes. If this is the case, then why do you have to sacrifice your life for Yuan Shao?"