The Strongest Lu Bu: Sweeping the World

Chapter 167 Cao Cao Helpless

Cao Cao nodded solemnly. Once the city gate was opened by Mao Hui and the Xuzhou Army entered the city, Cao Jun would definitely fight the Xuzhou Army.

Without the support of the city, will the Yanzhou army be able to stop the imposing Xuzhou army?

In the previous confrontation, the Yanzhou army was at a disadvantage. Facing the Xuzhou army's fight, they had to avoid the battle. When they encountered the Xuzhou army's attack, how much combat power could they display?

"In any case, our army must stick to Gaoping to succeed. Once we retreat from Gaoping, the consequences will be unpredictable." Cao Cao said.

Cheng Yu reminded: "The lord should order Changyi to defend the army and strengthen the defense, lest the Xuzhou army take the opportunity to make a surprise attack."

Cao Cao nodded. Changyi was his foundation. As long as the army was in Gaoping, the Xuzhou army would not dare to go to Changyi easily. If so, it would be equivalent to exposing their backs in front of Cao Jun.

The situation in the west of the city exceeded Cao Cao's expectations. Mao Hui was able to mobilize more than a thousand soldiers from the Yanzhou army. The attack of this force was not something the defenders in the west of the city could stop.

This is internal chaos, and the defenders in the west of the city will inevitably hesitate when they make a move.

The closed city gate slowly opened, Cao Xing rushed into the city first, behind Cao Xing was rolling iron hooves.

Cao Chun led the tiger and leopard cavalry, and just after killing them, they encountered the wolves and tigers of the Xiao cavalry battalion.

No matter in terms of numbers or equipment, the cavalry of Xiaoqi Battalion cannot be stopped by today's Tiger and Leopard Cavalry. After the two sides touched, they suppressed the Tiger and Leopard Cavalry and retreated steadily.

Mao Hui shouted: "This general, Mao Hui, has already surrendered to Marquis Wen. You follow this general and rush to the army to capture Cao Cao alive."

In the Yanzhou Army, Mao Hui was well-known. As Lu Bu's reputation grew, Mao Hui's reputation as the general who led the army to fight against Lu Bu's army gradually spread, even if it was not a good reputation. In the army can be regarded as the number one general.

The imposing cavalry made Cao Jun tremble, and some Cao Jun soldiers took the initiative to move closer to Mao Hui.

Seeing this scene, Mao Hui was overjoyed. This is a great opportunity for him to make contributions. With the head of Cao Cao, he will get more benefits when he is under Lu Bu's account.

After Cao Xing led a thousand cavalry into the city, the Xuzhou army filed in from the west of the city. They wanted to completely defeat Cao Jun in this confrontation and make Cao Jun a bereaved dog.

Xuzhou soldiers took over the west of the city without bloodshed. After the army entered the city, they rushed into the city according to Lu Bu's order.

After the news of Mao Hui's rebellion and the entry of the Xuzhou Army into the city, the lieutenants panicked. They had seen the strength of the Xuzhou Army during the battle. If possible, they did not want to confront the Xuzhou Army head-on.

Cao Chun led the Tiger and Leopard Cavalry, and after only holding on for half an hour, they withdrew to the west of the city. The Xuzhou Army had more and more cavalry, and it was no longer something that the Tiger and Leopard Cavalry could resist.

The Cao army who received the order came to the west of the city one after another. However, after encountering the cavalry led by Cao Xing, their reactions were different. Known for madness in combat.

However, the madness of the Qingzhou Army appeared so fragile in front of the cavalry of the Xiaoqi Battalion. Their resistance was nothing more than more killings. In front of Xiaoqiying, it lost its due effect.

The battle was fierce, and Cao Jun's soldiers struggled to support them.

"The will to fall into battle!"

"Death but not life!"

The orderly shouts of soldiers from the trapped camp resounded over the sky above the city. After hearing the name of the trapped camp, many soldiers of Cao Jun looked a little unnatural and quietly walked towards the edge of the team.

The cavalry poses a deadly threat to the infantry, and the same is true for the trapped camp. No matter how elite the infantry is, it is difficult to break through the defense of the trapped camp. This is an elite that can stop even the cavalry's attack.

The equipment trapped in the camp is enviable, and the fighting power is trembling.

"My lord, something is wrong. The Xuzhou army has seized the west city gate, and the cavalry has already entered the city."

"My lord, our cavalry has been unable to stop the enemy and has retreated."

"Report, Xuzhou cavalry went straight to the Chinese army to kill."

"Report, Mao Hui led more than a thousand people and is attacking the place where food and supplies are hoarded."

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The constant news made Cao Cao pale. In Yanzhou, he put in a lot of hard work. He thought that with his ability, he could defeat the Xuzhou army and keep Yanzhou. After the city, how could the Yanzhou army be the opponent of the Xuzhou army under panic.

In fact, the moment the Xuzhou army entered the city, the result was already doomed, but Cao Cao didn't give up.

The Yanzhou army suffered so many losses from the Xuzhou army that when they faced the Xuzhou army, they couldn't even bring up the most basic fighting spirit.

It is undeniable that the Xuzhou army commanded by Lu Bu is too terrifying.

A fierce general can drive the momentum of an army. One can imagine the destructive power brought by a peerless powerful general like Lu Bu charging on the battlefield.

"My lord, why don't you order the army to retreat." Cheng Yu persuaded in a low voice.

Cao Cao smiled wryly and said, "Where are we going to retreat? Gaoping lost our army and suffered heavy losses. Even after I return to Changyi, how many people will be willing to obey my orders."

"My lord, don't be discouraged. There are not a few wealthy families in Changyi City, and many of them have private soldiers. Organize these forces, plus the captives of the Qingzhou Army, and they will have the power to fight against the Xuzhou Army, and Yuan Shu will not sit back and watch Lu Bu. Those who took Changyi." Cheng Yu said.

After a long silence, Cao Cao nodded helplessly. When he was chasing Dong Zhuo in the past, he was defeated by Lu Bu, and his generals suffered a lot. Now in charge of Yanzhou, he lost to Lu Bu again.

This made Cao Cao feel like fate tricked people. He failed three times, even with Lu Bu. If such a thing happened to other people, he would feel afraid when he saw Lu Bu. Cao Cao would not. He has a firm belief. He wants to become a famous minister of Zhongxing Dahan, and any enemy who stands in his way will be wiped out by him.

Cao Cao even wondered if Lu Bu was his nemesis.

The situation in Gaoping City is critical, and there must be counselors at Lu Bu's side to help. If Xuzhou's army takes advantage of the situation to capture Changyi, the situation for Cao's army will be even worse.

"Order the army to retreat!" After saying these words, Cao Cao was a little depressed. If he failed in the battle between the princes, Cao Cao knew what would happen.

After a moment of silence, Cao Cao issued a second order, "Burn all the food, grass and supplies in the city."

Chapter 168 I want to seek refuge with Marquis Wen for a long time

Cheng Yu clapped his hands and said yes, after the Xuzhou Army got the supplies, the strength of the Xuzhou Army increased. Since the two sides are already on opposite sides, it is extremely important not to give the enemy a chance to strengthen.

In fact, in Cheng Yu's view, Xuzhou's army should not attack Yanzhou at this time. Yuan Shu is the most powerful prince in the surrounding area. Once Cao Cao is driven out of Yanzhou, Lu Bu will definitely face the threat of Yuan Shu's army. In this case, The situation is extremely unfavorable for Lu Buhui.

Unexpectedly, just after Cao Cao stabilized the situation in Yanzhou, Yuan Shu and Lu Bu's army came to Yanzhou, leaving Cao Cao no more time at all.

Yuan Shu's eagerness is reasonable. After all, the relationship between Yuan Shu and Yuan Shao has broken down. The two are fighting openly and secretly. Cao Cao and Liu Dai are both supporting Yuan Shao. Jia Xu beside Lu Bu is a shrewd person. Can't you tell What are the benefits of uniting Yanzhou?

The situation has developed to such a point that even if Cheng Yu has all kinds of strategies, there is no room for recovery. The only way is to preserve the strength of Cao Jun as much as possible, and compete with Lu Bu and Yuan Shu in Changyi.

Choosing to join Cao Cao, Cheng Yu will not have the slightest regret. From Cao Cao, he sees the temperament that only the hero possesses, which even Yuan Shu cannot compare with Cao Cao.

In terms of background, there is a gap between Cao Cao and Yuan Shu, but how much ability a person possesses will have a great impact on his future development. Besides, with Cheng Yu's family background, even if he seeks refuge with Yuan Shu, he will not be taken seriously.

What kind of power does the Yuan family have, how could they reuse Cheng Yu?

In the city, a raging fire was burning, illuminating the sky.

Lu Bu, who was leading the cavalry towards Changyi, saw the scene of Gaoping behind him, and a smile appeared on the corner of his mouth. After the food and supplies in the city were burned out, even Cao Cao's occupation of Gaoping would be meaningless. Without the support of food and supplies, Cao Cao had no choice but to leave Yanzhou in despair.

Lu Bu still had a great sense of accomplishment in driving a powerful enemy like Cao Cao out of Yanzhou. If Cao Cao knew that, in Lu Bu's view, he was a greater threat than Yuan Shu, I don't know how he would feel.

In fact, Jia Xu and others also had a strategy of persuading Lu Bu to unite with Cao Cao to fight Yuan Shu, but Lu Bu directly rejected it. A grown Cao Cao is a greater threat than Yuan Shu, and defeating Cao Cao is the most important thing. Yuan Shu, when his strength reaches a certain level, how could he be willing to be a courtier of the Han Dynasty? I am afraid that he will ascend the throne with the jade seal and proclaim himself emperor just like in history.

In the afternoon of the next day, Lu Bu led the cavalry, only [-] miles away from Changyi.

"What's the situation in Changyi City?" Lu Bu asked.

Now that the deployment is in place, Lu Bu will mobilize all his forces to try to gain control of Changyi.

Shi Adao: "My mentor has already contacted Wang Kai, who is working in Yanzhou, and Wang Kai is working hard secretly."

"If there is any news, please send it as soon as possible," Lu Bu said.

Wang Kai was working in Yanzhou. When Liu Dai was there, Wang Kai was able to speak, but now Cao Cao is in charge of Yanzhou, and don’t worry that Wang Yu is not in the city. It is still difficult to dedicate Changyi to Lu Bu. Yes, Cao Cao left Chen Gong, an important adviser under his command, in Changyi.

Wang Yue put in a lot of effort in this Yanzhou operation. Since the Xuzhou army was dispatched, he has been lurking in the city looking for opportunities to secretly instigate Yanzhou officials, which will play a huge role in Lu Bu's battle in Yanzhou .

Wang Kai took refuge in Lu Bu, and as expected, when Wang Kai went to Pengcheng in the past, he had contact with Jia Xu.

Now that Liu Dai is dead, Cao Cao has taken over the power of Yanzhou, and there is no psychological obstacle for Wang Kai to seek refuge with Lu Bu.

In Changyi city, people's hearts are floating. Lv Bu and Yuan Shu's army is attacking Yanzhou city. As for the two armies under the banner of calming the turmoil in Yanzhou, in the eyes of Yanzhou officials, it is just an excuse to satisfy their inner desires.

But often when going to war, such an excuse is needed as a basis, and in this case, it can be moral.

No matter what kind of excuse it is, it is the best if it can play a practical role.

Many officials in the city tend to rely on Yuan Shu secretly, and are acting secretly. The Yuan family has four generations and three princes, and the disciples and old officials are all over the world. It is not comparable to Cao Cao's family. Relying on powerful princes, the family will develop in the future and will There will be greater possibilities.

Sure enough, the Yanzhou army did not take advantage of Yuan Shu and Lu Bu. Although Yuan Shu was restrained in Dingtao, Cao Cao suffered a lot from Lu Bu.

Lu Bu still has a bad reputation in Yanzhou official circles, mainly because the Xuzhou Army fought against the Yanzhou Army twice before, both of which were victorious.

When facing Lu Bu, the officials in the city will feel a lot of discomfort, which is why they tend to seek refuge with Yuan Shu.

Lu Bu is a military general with a reputation for viciousness, living under the notice of such a person, any kind of situation is possible, but Yuan Shu is different.

Wang Kai had a certain understanding of the family's secret actions, which also made Wang Kai feel the urgency of the situation.

Fortunately, Wang Kai contacted the generals in the army and achieved certain results.

Just when Wang Kai was secretly complacent, Chen Gong came to him.

Chen Gong is an important counselor under Cao Cao's command. The situation in Yanzhou is critical, and Cao Cao even left Chen Gong in Changyi, which is enough to show that Cao Cao attaches great importance to Chen Gong.

"I don't know why Chen came here?" Wang Kai asked.

Chen Gongdao: "Wang engages in secretly contacting the generals in the army. Could it be that he wants to seek refuge with Marquis Wen?"

Wang Kai was shocked, his actions in the dark were absolutely secret, how could Chen Gong know about this?Could it be that someone secretly leaked it?

Thinking quickly, Wang Kai laughed and said, "Chen Zong was just joking, I work for Yanzhou, how could he do something like taking refuge in Marquis Wen?"

Chen Gong looked at Wang Kai with a smile, and that expression clearly meant that he already had the evidence.

"Marquis Wen is a hero, and I have wanted to take refuge in Marquis Wen for a long time, but there is no way out. I wonder if Wang Zong can recommend him from him?" Chen Gong said.

Wang Kai hurriedly said: "Although I have met Wen Hou several times, I dare not recommend Chen for you."

"Hmph, Wang is engaged in secretly contacting the generals in the army. I already know about it. Could it be that I still want to hide it? If I tell the officials in the city the news, what will these people do with Wang?" Chen Gong snorted coldly.

Sweat broke out on Wang Kai's forehead. Many families in the city tended to seek refuge with Yuan Shu. Although his Wang family was one of the big families in the city, it was impossible for him to influence the decisions of other families. His decision, It might even cause the Wang family to suffer a catastrophe, so Wang Kai did not tell the family members about this matter.

Chapter 169 A certain person is engaged in Chen Gong in Yanzhou

"Chen Zong is here for the stability of Yanzhou. Now that Marquis Wen has defeated the Yanzhou army and has come to Changyi, if he joins Marquis Wen, Yanzhou will not have to experience too much turmoil," Wang Kai said.

Chen Gong nodded and said: "Your words are reasonable, I came here just to take refuge in Marquis Wen."

"Is this true?" Wang Kai asked.

Chen Gong said with a smile: "After I came here, I showed my heart, but Wang Zong never believed it."

"With Chen helping each other, why not worry about failure, the Marquis Wen's army is at most fifty miles away from Changyi," Wang Kai said.

Chen Gong's expression moved slightly, "Marquis Wen's army came so fast?"

"According to the news from Marquis Wen, the Xuzhou army has already broken through Gaoping, leading the cavalry to come all night long." Wang Kai said truthfully.

Chen Gong nodded slightly, thought for a moment and said: "It's not too late, I'll go and prepare right now."

For some reason, Wang Kai developed trust in Chen Gong. It should be known that Chen Gong was an official left by Cao Cao in the city. It is said that after Chen Gong saw through Lu Bu's plan to seize the city, he should be dealt with. Why did Chen Gong act so eagerly? .

And why Chen Gong was able to judge that it was Wen Hou's army that came to capture Changyi, not Yuan Shu's army.

As if seeing Wang Kai's doubts, Chen Gong said: "You will understand after this matter is over."

"In that case, Lao Chen will be the one to do it." Wang Kai bowed and saluted.

Chen Gong's decision to seek refuge with Lu Bu can be said to have saved the Wang family. If not, even if the Wang family had greater influence in Yanzhou, it would inevitably be unlucky, not to mention his fate.

When Cao Cao was leaving, he gave Chen Gong a lot of power, and even his family members were in the city, which is enough to show his trust in Chen Gong.

After receiving the news from the city, Lu Bu immediately ordered the cavalry to hurry to Changyi.

Yanzhou is in turmoil, but there are not a few people at the gate of the city. They need to go out of the city to be busy with their daily lives.

The iron cavalry that came rumbling broke the tranquility of Changyi. In the past, when Liu Dai and the Xuzhou army confronted each other, although Xuzhou cavalry appeared near Changyi, they mainly used deterrence.

"There are cavalry, they are the cavalry of the Xuzhou Army, close the city gate quickly." A village chief shouted after seeing the cavalry coming.

The lieutenant scolded: "Why panic, wait until the cavalry approach."

There was chaos at the city gate, and the people rushed into the city. Even if there was an order from the general at this time, it would be very difficult to close the city gate.

There are [-] defenders in Changyi City. Although they are not the elite of Cao's army, they are more than enough to defend the city.