69novels Chapter 272
Chapter 272
Chapter 0272 Yuan Shao’s fury, Xuzhou Governor Liu Bei!!!
Gao Shun’s army appeared in Xuzhou. This was a big shock to Cao Cao.
This meant that Cao Cao’s Yanzhou had been surrounded by Gu Chang’an.
Only Jizhou and Qingzhou were left, which were not threatening for the time being.
Other directions could threaten Yanzhou.
Now it was not Cao Cao’s business to attack Xuzhou.
Instead, Cao Cao had to guard against threats to Yanzhou from Silizhou, Xuzhou, and Yuzhou.
“Gu Changan…Gao Shun…Tao Qian……”
Cao Cao whispered to himself, with complex emotions flashing in his eyes.
He knew that Gao Shun was a very rare and powerful general under Gu Changan.
His appearance meant a huge change in the situation in Xuzhou.
Xun Yu stepped forward and asked softly:”My lord, how should we deal with this?”
Cao Cao took a deep breath and slowly said:”Xiahou Dun, Xiahou Yuan, listen to my orders!”
“You two should lead your troops to the border of Xuzhou immediately!”
“Be sure to closely monitor the movements of Gao Shun’s army, and report immediately if you find any abnormalities!”
“”Yes!”
Xiahou Dun and Xiahou Yuan brothers responded in unison and turned to leave.
“Wait! 983″ Cao Cao called them again.
He added a few words and said:”Remember not to act rashly, just hold the line and wait for my further orders!”
Xiahou Dun and Xiahou Yuan looked at each other.
They could see a trace of frustration in each other’s eyes.
However, as a general, they can only passively defend now.
It is inevitable that they are a little angry in their hearts.
Cao Cao saw this point, so he emphasized it.
The situation in Yanzhou is very critical now, and there is no room for any mistakes.
“”Yes!”
Xiahou Dun and Xiahou Yuan reluctantly accepted the order and left.
Cao Cao turned to Xun Yu and Chen Gong and said,”Wen Ruo, Gongtai, you two should quickly analyze the current situation and work out a set of countermeasures for me!”
Xun Yu and Chen Gong looked at each other and both felt the seriousness of the situation.
They knew that the change in Xuzhou this time might be related to the future of Yanzhou.
Xun Yu pondered for a moment and slowly said
“My lord, in my opinion, we should strengthen the defense of the borders of Silizhou, Xuzhou, Yuzhou, etc.!”
“On the other hand, we contacted Yuan Shao, the governor of Jizhou. Only by forming an alliance can we fight against General Gu Chang’an!”
Chen Gong also echoed:”Brother Wen Ruo is right!”
“In addition, we should find out the specific number, military composition and strategic goals of Gao Shun’s army as soon as possible!”
“So that we can make a more accurate judgment!”
Cao Cao nodded in agreement:”Just as you two said, pass on my military order, the entire army will strengthen vigilance and be ready to respond to emergencies at any time!”
A gleam of decisiveness flashed in his eyes:”Cao Xiu, Cao Zhen, you immediately prepare your troops and be on standby at any time!”
“In addition, you should send more scouts to closely monitor every move of Silizhou and Yuzhou!”
“Any disturbance must be reported immediately!”
As orders were issued one after another, the entire Cao army camp suddenly became busy…
Jizhou, Ye County.
In Yuan Shao’s meeting hall, the air was so heavy that it seemed like water could drip out.
A secret letter lay quietly on the table. The opened secret letter was a handwritten paper with a copy of the imperial edict.
This edict was the imperial edict that rewarded Xuzhou Mu Tao Qian.
Although the handwriting was sloppy, it pierced the hearts of everyone present like a sharp blade.
“Sikong? Marquis of Tan? A fief of ten thousand households?”
Yuan Shao’s voice echoed in the meeting hall.
There was a hint of disbelief in his voice, but more of anger and shock.
He slammed his palm on the table, making a loud noise.
The brushes and inkstones on the table jumped up.
Yuan Shao was very angry.
When did the position of the Three Dukes get so easily?
His Yuan family had been the Three Dukes for four generations. In four generations, only three people were able to get the positions of Sima, Situ, and Sikong.
As for Tao Qian, who was selling his hands to Seoul, he was also worthy of being one of the Three Dukes.
Yuan Shao’s eyes were full of disbelief and anger.
He raised his head suddenly and looked at everyone in the hall.
His eyes were very sharp and full of oppression.
“”Everyone, take a look at this edict!”
Yuan Shao’s voice was low and trembling. He waved the edict in his hand, as if to pour out all his anger. Tian Feng, Ju Su, Xu You and other counselors came forward one after another.
They took the edict and looked at it together.
Their faces also became solemn in an instant.
Yan Liang, Wen Chou and other fierce generals stared at the side with their eyes wide open. They were a little impatient in their hearts.
“Sikong? Marquis of Tan? A fief of 10,000 households?
Tian Feng’s voice trembled.
He could not hide his shock and anger.
“What virtue and ability did Tao Qian have to receive such an award?”
Ju Su also frowned and said in a deep voice:”There must be something fishy about this matter. The court may have other intentions in doing this!”
Xu You sneered and said:”There is no deep meaning at all. The court is doing this for the princes of the world to see!”
“”The princes who are willing to give up their military power will be given high positions, generous salaries and titles!”
However, Yuan Shao could not calm down his anger.
He stood up suddenly and said in a stern voice:”Tao Qian is just a common man. How can he deserve such a reward?”
“Even if he goes to be the governor of the state, what kind of achievement does it count as? The court is simply humiliating us!”
Ju Su looked thoughtful, his voice was low:”No, things won’t be that simple!”
“Although Tao Qian had made contributions to the court, this reward was too generous!”
“I suspect that all this is manipulated by Gu Changan behind the scenes. I am afraid that Xuzhou will have a big change!” Just as everyone was discussing it.
Zhang He, a general under Yuan Shao, walked into the meeting hall.
He quickly came to Yuan Shao, clasped his fists and saluted, and said
“My lord, urgent news from Xuzhou!”
“Gao Shun, a general under the general, has led his troops into Xuzhou!”
“Tao Qian has given up the position of Governor of Xuzhou and is ready to go to Chang’an City!”
“Now Liu Bei is the governor of Xuzhou!”
Zhang He’s words fell.
The meeting hall was once again in shock.
Yuan Shao’s face became even uglier.
He clenched his fists, as if he wanted to crush the invisible anger into pieces.