As the news that Cao wanted to personally conquer Hanzhong again spread to the counties in Bashu, Yizhou naturally set off a storm of public opinion.

The people, wealthy families and other parties all have their own undercurrents.

At the high-level meeting, Liu Bei also privately summoned the Israeli military advisor generals Zhuge Liang, Shangshu Fazheng, Liu Ba, and Huang Quan's core think tank in the side hall to discuss strategies on how to deal with Cao's invasion.

In the palace, Zhuge Liang was wearing formal court attire, his face was solemn, he held a goose feather fan in his hands and said solemnly:

"Your Majesty, Liang believes that our army can once again gather the main force in Hanzhong to rely on the steep terrain to hold a stalemate with Cao's army. When the enemy's morale division reaches the old city, we can launch another counterattack."

"As long as we can defeat the main force of Cao's army in one battle, our army can take advantage of the situation to advance towards Longyou, and then threaten Chang'an with our troops to realize our plan of returning the old capital."

In a word, his words can be said to be an extremely boosting morale.

As soon as he finished speaking, he saw all the ministers in the palace nodding slightly in agreement!

"Kong Ming, is it now time for us to conduct a full-scale Northern Expedition?"

After Liu Bei heard this, he did not make an immediate decision, but looked at him first and asked.

After saying these words, Zhuge Liang is so smart that he understands the implication of the Lord's words!

Since he took control of Yizhou, he has been in charge of the affairs of the palace as a military advisor and general. He has been responsible for handling all internal affairs of Yizhou counties and the selection of officials and other personnel.

Liu Bei knew very well that his side was far behind the Cao family's forces that occupied the entire north!

If we want to go all out in the Northern Expedition, we must integrate the internal affairs. Only when everyone is united can we have any hope of winning the Northern Expedition.

As soon as he said this, he was asking Zhuge Liang whether his own internal integration was complete, and whether the logistics supplies such as grain, grass, ordnance could support the cost of sending troops north.

As soon as he finished speaking, Zhuge Liang himself was a hands-on person, so he knew it well, so he quickly responded:

"Your Majesty, since the end of the Hanzhong War several years ago, the land of Yizhou has been resting and recuperating for several years. Up to now, the treasury is full and the people have more than enough wealth."

"In addition, a year ago, the traitor Cao forced the emperor to usurp the throne. In order to denounce the Cao family, we began to expand our army in Hanzhong and prepare various military supplies."

"As of now, we have everything ready and can send troops northward at any time. We don't need to worry too much about logistics and other military needs."

Zhuge Liang's powerful words dispelled Liu Bei's inner worries and strengthened his determination to fight.

After the words fell, Fazheng also stood up, raised his hands and admonished: "Your Majesty, I am seconding the strategy of the military advisor!"

"Our army has been recuperating for several years, which is when the country is rich and the people are strong,"

"Now Cao Cao wants to conquer Hanzhong again. This is a God-given opportunity for our army to go north to Guanlong and capture Chang'an. I hope your Majesty will seize it!"

"Xiao Zhi, why do you say this?"

When Liu Bei heard this, he nodded frequently, but he still asked questions in his words.

"There are more than 800 miles of Qinling Mountains between Hanzhong and Guanlong, and the only smooth plank roads there are are those few. It happens that Hanzhong County is sandwiched in the basin between Qinling Mountains and Daba Mountain."

"The key place, Yangping Pass, happens to be between the two mountains in the north and south. The tributaries of the Han River pass through it. The city of Guan, which is surrounded by mountains and rivers, has also become a barrier to guard the hinterland of Hanzhong."

"As long as our army holds Yangping without losing it, it can withstand Cao's army's advance of 100,000 troops."

"As long as the enemy cannot attack for a long time, the morale of the army will be weakened. As the military counselor said, this is an opportunity for us to take advantage of the situation and make the Northern Expedition."

An analysis of Zhuge Liang and Fazheng.

He also quickly determined the goals he wanted to achieve by sending troops this time.

"Kong Ming, the policy of filial piety and uprightness, I don't know Zi Chu, what does Gong Heng think of it?"

Although in his heart Liu Bei has basically made a decision on the advice of the two men, his years of doing good has also allowed him to develop a good habit of listening to the suggestions of his subordinates before making a decision.

After Liu Ba and Huang Quan heard this, they quickly responded, "I think this strategy is feasible!"

After saying this, Liu Beisui felt completely relieved after seeing that the core think tank under his command all agreed with the strategy of advancing troops to defend Hanzhong and waiting for an opportunity to march northward.

This use of troops can be regarded as the first to set the tone.

This was not just a defensive battle in Hanzhong like previous years, but a battle in which the Northern Expedition could take advantage of the situation.

This battle can be said to affect the whole body!

As long as the Han army marches northward with all its strength, it will definitely be protracted.

Cao Jun will definitely not give up the land of Guanzhong and Longyou easily.

Both sides will definitely set up their own troops to fight for it again and again.

This will undoubtedly be an extremely huge test for the logistics competition between the two sides.

As soon as he finished speaking, Huang Quan seemed to ponder for a while, and then he continued to raise his hand and said: "Your Majesty, I also suggest that you personally lead the king's division to station in Hanzhong this time, and lead our army to fight against Cao's army."

As soon as these words were settled, Fazheng took the lead in expressing his stance, raising his hands in agreement.

"I agree with Gong Heng's suggestion. Your Majesty must be stationed in Hanzhong in the north for this battle."

After that, he listed the reasons and said: "I heard that the Cao thieves have also entered Chang'an. I think he must have come with the determination to destroy us!"

"The king's personal expedition can, first of all, boost the morale of the soldiers on the front line, greatly boost the morale of the soldiers in various departments, and increase their confidence in sharing the same enemy."

"Secondly, Your Majesty, you are the emperor of the Han Dynasty, and now you are also known as the King of Hanzhong. Cao Cao, the thief, previously threatened the emperor to usurp the throne, but now he has confirmed his intention to steal the Han Dynasty's artifact."

"The king and his troops will personally go on the Northern Expedition. Along the way, he can call on the people with lofty ideals in Guanzhong and Longyou to advocate and lead them to jointly resist the Han thieves."

"Having occupied Dayi, how can the people of Liangzhou not eat pots of wine to welcome Master Wang?"

"In this way, the fighting spirit of the garrison in Guanzhong can also be broken down, which is more conducive to our army's advance."

Fa Zheng spoke word by word, explaining to the Lord the purpose of his personal expedition.

Liu Bei looked calm and listened slowly.

There seemed to be a flash of light in his eyes, and he said in a deep voice: "Xiao Zhizhi makes sense, just do what Gong Heng said!"

"This time Guqin led his troops north to Hanzhong to fight against Cao Cao's traitors."

After he finished speaking, his face moved slightly, revealing a look of determination.

He has quite an aura of never returning Chang'an until it is broken.

"Xiaozhi, Gongheng, you and I will go north together with Gu this time, and you can also advise the military at any time."

"Here!"

After hearing that Liu Bei quickly announced the king's order, Fa Zheng, Huang Quan and Huang Quan also quickly accepted the promise.

And now that the personal expedition has been decided, the candidates to sit in the rear should also be put on the agenda.

After all, once the war begins, it is imperative to maintain stability in the rear!

They also have to deal with internal government affairs, as well as various tedious military affairs such as the deployment of grain and other military supplies to the front line.
Chapter completed!