Great Wei Nengchen

"This Northern Expedition is a matter of great importance. How is the situation in Hebei? How does Jingzhou react? How much has our army prepared for the army, horses, ordnance, food and grass?"

Know yourself and the enemy, and you will never be imperiled in a hundred battles. Before officially sending troops, Cao Cao was most worried about these three items, especially food and grass, which was the most important thing!

"Yuan Shao has just recovered from a serious illness. He is recruiting troops and buying horses, accumulating grass and grain, and trying to hold on to the city. However, after repeated battles and defeats, Hebei's manpower, material and financial resources are almost exhausted, and it is difficult to do much!"

Guo Jia came forward and reported that Hebei's military intelligence was all mastered and analyzed by him, and the research was very thorough!

"Jingzhou Group, Wen Tian and Wu Yu, are greedy for pleasure, Liu Biao has no ambitions, and has no courage to send troops. On the contrary, Liu Bei is stationed in Xinye City, training soldiers and horses, recruiting talents, and his ambition cannot be underestimated!"

Cheng Yu took a step forward and reported the situation in Jingzhou. As long as Liu Biao doesn't send troops, Cao Jun will have nothing to worry about!

"Yuan Benchu ​​was in a slump, and he no longer had the glory of the past. Liu Jingsheng's dog is nothing to worry about. As for the big-eared thief, after the old man wiped out Hebei, he immediately sent his troops south to capture this shameless person!"

Cao Cao nodded in satisfaction. According to the current situation, there is at least a [-]% chance of winning the Northern Expedition. However, the four tribes of Xiongnu, Karasuma, Xianbei, and Liaodong should be more vigilant, as there may be variables!

"For the Northern Expedition this time, the imperial court has mobilized 40 soldiers, all of whom are well-trained and able to recruit soldiers who are good at fighting. Armaments, war horses, tents, clothing...all the necessary things are ready, except for food and grass. The lower officials raised money everywhere and painstakingly arranged it, and it only lasted for ten months!

Xun Yu and Xun You were exhausted. They tried their best to raise food and grass, but the time was too short and the country's vitality had not yet recovered. This was the only way they could do it!

"The 40-strong army in the Northern Expedition had only ten months of food and grass. They traveled thousands of miles, and it was difficult to transfer. Once the food and grass can't be supplied...well, when things come to an end, you have to be bold. The battle is a matter of victory and defeat. Order the whole army. Within ten months, Conquer Yecheng and sweep Hebei in two years!"

Hearing that there was not enough food and grass, Cao Cao hesitated for a moment, then became cruel, and decided to send troops. As long as the Yuan family's old nest - Yecheng was captured, the subsequent battles would be easy!

"Conquer Yecheng within ten months, sweep Hebei in two years, meet gods and kill gods, our army will surely win!"

The civil and military minister drew out his sword, and a belief of victory filled everyone's hearts... Fight it out!

"Soldiers and horses have not moved, and public opinion comes first. If you want to send troops to the Northern Expedition, you still need a 'Discussion Yuan Calligraphy'. Where is my son's construction? I leave this matter to you!"

Cao Cao stroked his long beard with his hands, and his eyes fell on Cao Zhi. This son has a brilliant literary talent, which is even better than himself!

"My child obeys!... Bring the pen, ink, paper and inkstone!"

Cao Zhi didn't refuse, and wrote a "Custody on the Yuan Family" in front of everyone, without thinking about it, in one go, the text is as follows:

"Yuan's father and son are benevolent, ungrateful, cunning and stingy. Taking advantage of the great chaos in China, they dominate the four states of Hebei Province. They have been fighting for years, resorting to military tactics, and oppressing the people. They are like horses and cattle. Charcoal creatures, bold speculative artifacts, long-cherished disobedience!

Confucius said to be benevolent, the ancient teachings of sages and sages, and the righteousness of Meng's words is not empty talk. It is because of anger, Zhian and the country, it is reasonable to sing the golden drum and kill the rebels. All my subjects and loyal people should work together to punish Destroy Yuan's rebels......

Now there is the prime minister of the Han Dynasty—Cao Cao, who obeyed the edict of the emperor and obeyed the hearts of the people. He commanded thousands of generals and millions of soldiers. Whoever captures and kills Yuan's father and son will be rewarded with [-] gold, promoted to five ranks, and given to the Marquis! "

"The fourth son has a brilliant literary talent, he writes well, he is really a genius in the world!"

"A piece of appeal against thieves can be worth [-] elite soldiers. If the prime minister has a son like this, it is really a help from heaven!"

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After reading the proclamation, the ministers praised Cao Zhi's literary talent quite admiringly. Cao Zhi clasped his fists and saluted, saying that he didn't dare, but he showed his complacency!

At the same time, Cao Cao drew his sword and began to divide his troops. According to the plan of the "ghosts", this time he sent troops to the Northern Expedition, and the army was divided into three groups:

"Great Sima Xiao Yi, commanding the Xuanjia cavalry, trapping the camp, Modao soldiers, Danyang soldiers, and digging troops... then join the various ministries in Guanzhong, with a total of 10 horses, attack Shangdang, enter Bingzhou, and then go east to Jizhou!"

"Xiahoudun is the main general, Xiahouyuan, Li Dian, and Le Jin are the deputy generals. They command the soldiers and horses of Xuzhou and Yuzhou. There are a total of [-] people. They cross the Dragon Gate and attack the city of Qingzhou. Then they go west to Jizhou and form a siege!"

"The old man and the rest of the generals commanded 20 troops in the middle route, dispatched troops from Xuchang, and stationed in Liyang City, making a gesture of intimidating Yecheng, restraining the main force of Yuan's army, and after the three groups of troops converge, we will fight to the death!"

Cao Cao's division of troops and generals was clean and tidy, and he arranged the routes, goals, and tasks of the three groups of troops extremely properly. He is worthy of being a wise commander!

It is a big taboo for military strategists to win chess without caring about their family. The main force of Cao's army was to make a northern expedition, and the old nest had to take care of it. Cao Cao then issued a military order:

Appoint Cao Ren as 'Pingdong General', command 3 troops, station around Xuchang City, deter civil and military officials, and prevent unexpected events!

Appoint Cao Xiu as the order of Xuchang, and Cao Zhen as the commander of the Yulin Army, responsible for the defense of the imperial city, monitoring every move of the little emperor, and the concubines in the harem, etc.!

Then take Cao Hong as General of Pingnan, commanding 3 horses, stationed in Wancheng, monitoring the Jingzhou Group, it is best for Liu Biao to stay still, even if he sends troops to the north, Cao Hong can hold on for a while and win buffer time!

As for civil servants, Xun Yu, Xun You, Liu Ye, Cui Yan...stayed in Xuchang City, dealt with daily government affairs, and tried their best to raise supplies. Guo Jia, Cheng Yu, Man Chong, Mao Jie, and newcomers Yang Xiu and Hua Xin joined the army Going out, making suggestions, and a Hebei surrender-Xu You, also took the expedition together!

As for the internal affairs of the prime minister's mansion, all are left to Mrs. Bian. With her shrewdness and ability, and having two daughters to help, she must take care of it properly and make the family harmonious!

After everything was arranged properly, Cao Cao's eyes turned and fell on several sons. This time he sent troops to the Northern Expedition, just to test the disposition and ability of the sons, who can be the heir!

"Zihuan, Ziwen, and Zijian have all grown up, and they are supposed to serve the country. This time, you will send troops to the Northern Expedition. You will each follow the army and learn how to use troops. As for how to distribute them, what is your opinion?"

As soon as Cao Cao's words came out, the three sons trembled all over, and the officials were also in high spirits. This is a major event for the establishment of the reserve, and it is related to the future of Cao Ying, so it must be treated with caution!

Everyone knew in their hearts that among the three sons, whoever is assigned to the central army, whoever has the most advantage, can follow the prime minister, teach by example and teach by ear, and it is easy to gain favor, which is half the battle!

However, Jianxiong has a deep mind, and he treats his sons the same way. On the surface, he asks about his will, but in fact he is examining his will. Whoever proposes to follow the Central Army is blinded by profit and does not care about brotherhood, but if he does not fight for it, he is not self-motivated. It's hard to take on the big responsibility!

"The children are young and superficial, and everything depends on their father. No matter which way they follow, they are all serving the country!"

The son of a treacherous hero must not be stupid. Cao Pi, Cao Zhang, and Cao Zhi knelt down and saluted, and pushed back the right to choose. On the matter of establishing a reserve, only the father has the final say!

"Since this is the case, Zijian is weak and the youngest, so let's stay by his father's side. The big man also takes pity on the youngest son, so everyone laughs at him!"

Maybe it's because he favors Cao Zhi's literary talent, or maybe it's for some other purpose, Cao Cao kept his youngest son by his side!

As soon as the words came out, Cao Zhi's face was full of joy, and he became more confident about the successor position. On the contrary, Cao Pi and Cao Zhang's expressions were gloomy. Since their father didn't like him, they could only think of other countermeasures!

"Da Sima is good at fighting, and uses soldiers like a god. My child is willing to follow the West Route Army and fight on the battlefield together, so that he can learn the method of commanding troops!"

Cao Pi took a step forward and took the initiative to ask for orders. To become an heir, one must be favored by his father and focus on training;

Xiao Yiwen has a military strategy, holds a heavy army, and is the leader of the generals. Being close to him will be of great benefit. To put it bluntly, after a hundred years from my father, a political will is no more powerful than a steel knife , Whoever controls the army is the master of the world!

"Hehe, since that's the case, Zihuan follows the West Route Army and Ziwen follows the East Route Army. You must obey the military orders, learn with an open mind, and don't let your father down!"

Cao Cao nodded slightly, looked at his second son Cao Pi, then glanced at Xiao Yi, his eyes were filled with deep meaning, the traitor chooses an heir, he only needs a capable son, not a cute one!

"No!...My child obeys!"

Chapter 960

"My concubine congratulates my husband - a successful start, success in no time!"

"Little sisters, I wish my brother-invincible and invincible!"

"Wow!...Wow!"

Marquis of Wushou Mansion - In the lobby, when they learned that Xiao Yi was leading the army to go to war, the family set up a "practice banquet". With a strong and heroic spirit, the banquet was very rich, but who is in the mood to eat and drink? The women cried pear blossoms with rain , Weeping uncontrollably, clutching Xiao Yi's battle robe tightly, unwilling to let go for a long time, on the battlefield, swords and guns are ruthless, they are really scared!

The family members are reluctant to let go, why not Xiao Yi, they all say that the value of a soldier is on the battlefield, who cares about living a peaceful life? , I am even more reluctant to bear my baby son!

The general went out to fight for the country and the people, and loved his sons and daughters, put them aside for a while, after cheering up, Xiao Yi comforted his wife and concubine, told his sister, hugged his two sons, kissed and kissed repeatedly, and made the baby cry loudly , still reluctant to let go!

Before going on an expedition, the housework must be arranged so that you can have peace of mind. Cao Jie and Zhen Mi are still breastfeeding and need to take care of two children. Cai Wenji has a slightly protruding belly and is pregnant. Accompanying Xiao Yi on the expedition were only Zhao Yu and Dao Xiang. One of them was highly skilled in martial arts and the other was proficient in medical skills, both of them would be useful!