Yuan Shao's 100,000-strong army suffered heavy losses. 70,000 of them were beheaded and the rest were missing. They hurriedly fled back to Yanjin and gathered less than 10,000 remaining soldiers. Yuan Shao lay on the couch crying bitterly. Guo Tu and others did not know how to persuade them.
The vitality of the four states in Hebei was severely damaged in this battle. I don’t know how long it will take to organize such troops again. But now Cao Cao has arrived at the bank of the Yellow River, and he doesn’t know when he will cross the river. What Yuan Shao faces is not to continue the attack.
, but how to defend.
Cao Cao laughed heartily: "With Yuan Shao's defeat, the crisis in the north has been resolved, and we in the Central Plains can rest easy."
Cheng Yu said: "Yuan Shao is a hundred-footed insect that is dead but not stiff. My lord must not be careless. He should immediately lead his army north to wipe out Yuan Shao in one fell swoop and completely eliminate the hidden dangers in the north."
Dong Zhaodao: "Master Cheng is wrong. Yuan Shao's Wujian people are not of concern. On the contrary, Long Feixiong is a man of great strategy and a powerful figure in the world. He is our biggest threat. Now we only have a small Wancheng, and he can toy with the princes of the world."
In the meantime, if Jingzhou is captured again, there will be no one left to rule! The Lord should immediately send troops and contact Jingzhou Liu Biao, Chang'an Li Jue, and Guo Si to attack Wancheng together. The key is to destroy Long Fei!"
Jiang Ji shook his head: "Although we won this battle, we also suffered heavy losses, but Long Fei gained a lot. If we fall out with Long Fei at this time, let's not talk about whether Liu Biao, Li Jue, and Guo Si dare to become Long Fei's enemy.
If Long Fei joins forces with Yuan Shao to make a comeback, it will be dangerous to attack from both sides. Hebei is a vast land, and if we capture the four states of Hebei and increase our strength, we can fight Long Fei!"
"What Zi Tong said is absolutely true!" Cao Cao nodded: "Last time our 50,000-strong army was unable to capture Wancheng. Now if we attack again, we might anger Long Fei. Let's consider this matter in the long run!"
Yuan Shao was driven away, and Long Fei made a huge profit. He lost the least troops and horses in this battle, but gained tens of thousands of loads of grain and grass, countless gold, silver and jewels, as well as Yuan Shao's baggage and countless weapons. The army returned to Wancheng, and the whole army
The people of the city spontaneously went to the city gate to greet them, singing and dancing. They were glad that Wancheng did not suffer huge losses in this battle, and they were even more grateful to the general Long Fei. From that day on, the soldiers and horses of Wancheng were dubbed the Dragon Army by the people.
Fei's army was also the Long family army. Jia Xu ordered someone to embroider a Tenglong battle flag with red stripes on a black background and present it to Long Fei.
Long Fei laughed loudly: "I didn't expect that Wen He would also like to play this trick, but this flag is powerful and domineering, which suits me very well."
Everyone was happy, so they struck while the iron was hot and asked people to change all the flags at the city gate. It was really majestic and a new atmosphere. Talking about this battle, everyone was naturally happy, but there was also a trace of sadness. Although the loss in this battle was the least, it was still a loss after all.
The infantry suffered the most heavy losses, with about three thousand men never returning to their hometown. There were also cavalry and archers, and a total of about five thousand men and horses were killed or wounded.
Long Fei sent Zhao Yun and Li Ru to handle the aftermath with full authority. They compensated those who had no one to take care of them, and the government distributed grain and rice every month. Those soldiers who died were buried in the cemetery as a memorial to heroes. Although some
Families suffered from the loss of a son and a husband, but they were not completely without support. The people's loyalty to Long Fei increased a lot.
Xun Yu said: "Now that the crisis in the north has been resolved, I'm worried that if Cao Cao comes to provoke, the small city of Wancheng may be unable to cope with it. Even if it doesn't come now, it will come one day. We can't just sit back and wait for death!"
"What Wen Ruo said is absolutely true! Cao Cao is very unreasonable. He has already fought against Yuan Shao last time. This time he defeated Yuan Shao. Cao Cao is interested in Hebei. We can be quiet for a while. If Hebei is occupied by Cao Cao, he will definitely lead his troops to attack
, we have to guard against it!" Xu Shu agreed with Xun Yu's statement.
Long Fei said: "Yes, both of you are right. We must not sit back and wait for death. At least there must be room for maneuver. Even if we cannot defeat you, you must be able to deal with it. This Wancheng is too small. Since we have a plan, we will start from today."
We must put it on the agenda, prepare what needs to be prepared, and carry out what needs to be done, and strive to have everything in place before Cao Cao pacifies Hebei!"
"No!" Everyone stood up in a hurry.
Long Cao's coalition forces defeated Yuan Shao, which shocked the world. Especially the performance of Long Fei's troops and horses made all the princes feel incredible. In the past, everyone always thought that Long Fei, a small prefect of Wancheng, had a ragtag army no matter how many troops he had.
This battle exposed Long Fei's strength. Zhao Yun, Huang Zhong, Wenpin, Zhang Liao, Gao Shun, and a large number of generals finally appeared in front of the world.
Liu Biao sighed: "I didn't expect that besides Gan Ning's navy, Long Fei also had so many generals and troops! It seems that Xiangyang is unbearable."
Kuai Liang said: "Don't worry, my lord. Although Long Fei has many soldiers, he has just experienced a big battle and is exhausted. This is a good time for us to send troops. We can capture Wancheng in one fell swoop, so don't worry about Jingzhou."
Han Song shook his head: "Master Kuai is wrong. In the battle between Long Cao and Yuan Shao at Guandu, both Cao and Yuan suffered heavy losses. Our spies reported that Long Fei only lost about 5,000 soldiers and horses, but gained a lot of food, grass and baggage. If we attack Long Fei at this time,
, which just gives Long Fei an excuse. When the time comes, he will send his troops south, and our Jingzhou will be in danger!"
"It is not a plan for a coward!" Kuai Liang snorted coldly: "My lord, this is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. There are rumors that Cao Cao is preparing to recommend Long Fei to your majesty as the general of Zhennan. My lord, just imagine, if Long Fei did this
General Zhennan can still benefit from me in Jingzhou, so why not take the opportunity to strike first? If we wait until Long Fei leads his troops, we will be in the most danger."
"What?" Liu Biao obviously didn't know about this situation: "Cao Cao wants to recommend Long Fei as General Zhennan, what about me? Can there be two generals Zhennan in the world?"
Everyone was silent. Liu Biao's eyes showed a trace of anger: "Cao Cao is going to put me to death!"
Liu Biao felt uncomfortable, and everyone under his command also felt uncomfortable, especially Xiandi Liu Xie. Looking at Cao Cao's memorial, he didn't know what to do. If Long Fei was granted the title of General Zhennan, it would mean that Liu Biao was a fake.
If not, can he not?
The new Shangshu Ling Xun You is Xun Yu's nephew. Although he is a nephew, he is older than his uncle Xun Yu. His parents died when he was young, and he lived with his grandfather Xun Tan. In his early years, he was appointed as Yilang by He Jinzheng. After Dong Zhuo became the emperor,
He and Wu Qiong and others failed to assassinate Dong Zhuo and fled back to Yingchuan. He had just been sent to Longfei by Wu Mu. He was recommended by his friend Zhong Yao and succeeded Zhong Yao as Shangshu Ling.
Xun You said: "General Zhennan is the general in charge of the military affairs in the south. General Long and Cao Cao have made great contributions in fighting Yuan Shao's invasion. However, Liu Biao is a member of the royal family, but he is watching the fire from the other side. Liu Bei and Liu Huangsun are also taking advantage of the fire to rob them. These treacherous villains are all
The country is in serious danger, and your Majesty is still very merciful because he did not punish him because of his old friendship. It is not impossible to seize Liu Biao's Zhennan General. Please consider it."
"This...!" Liu Xie was still hesitant and turned his head to the side. He hoped that someone would stand up and smooth things over for him at this time, but unfortunately there was no one. After the events of Ma Ridan and Zhao Qi, the old ministers in the court were almost in danger.
After all, the remaining courtiers were either just sitting on the wall and defecting to Long Fei's side, or they were pretending to be deaf and dumb, hoping to spend the rest of their lives in peace. Only the voices of Zhong Yao and Xun You were left in the Han Dynasty's court.
Liu Xie was still a little unwilling. He must have considered Liu Biao to be a relative of the emperor and his uncle: "Liu Biao has been in charge of Jingzhou for these years. Although he has not made much achievements, he has not made any big mistakes. If he were to be dismissed, it would chill the hearts of all civil and military officials.
My dear friends, can you think of another way?"
Zhong Yao said: "Since Your Majesty feels that Liu Biao's General Zhennan cannot be deposed, I propose that Long Fei be made General Zhennan!"
"General Zhennan?" Civil and military officials began to discuss. I have only heard of generals, four towns, and four expeditions. The current general is Yuan Shao. There were two generals in the reign of Emperor Wu, and one was the general.
Wei Qing, one of whom was Hussar General Huo Qubing, had never heard of General Zhennan. Liu Xie asked: "What is the difference between the General Zhennan that Zhong Aiqing mentioned and the General Zhennan?"
Zhong Yao said: "Your Majesty, General Zhennan is in charge of the two prefectures of Jing and Henan, and is in charge of conquests. This General Zhennan might as well be expanded. All the land south of the Yangtze River is under his control, and all civil servants and generals, political affairs, and military affairs are under his command!"
"
"Ah!" Everyone was shocked. Zhong Yao said this. It was obvious that he wanted to elevate Long Fei to a new height, with more power than all previous princes. Not to mention Liu Biao, even Sun Quan was included. As long as Long Fei likes it
, do whatever they want south of the Yangtze River.
Liu Xie waved his hands repeatedly: "Ai Qing is joking. I'm afraid that even a general doesn't have such great power. He hasn't had such power since ancient times. I don't dare to set this precedent."
Wei Wei Mi Fang, who had been standing by, smiled and said: "Everything in the world has a beginning. The predecessors did not do it, which means they have not encountered the same situation. Now that Your Majesty is unwilling to depose Liu Biao as the general of Zhennan, then Brother Long will just do it."
I can sit here as the general of Zhennan."
Zhijinwu Guan Hai nodded: "General Zhennan is not a high official. Yuan Shao is a general. How could Liu Biao and He De not be a general Zhennan? Even Li Jue and Guo Si proclaimed themselves Taiwei and Grand Sima."
Really? Mr. Zhong is right, this General Zhennan is just right!"
Shangshu Ling is the highest official of Shangshutai and is in charge of the issuance of all political orders. Before Liu Xie could reply, Xun You had already put a prepared imperial edict in front of Liu Xie. It clearly said, "Qian Long Fei"
As the general of Zhennan and the Marquis of Wancheng, Liu Xie was really helpless. He looked around and saw that all the officials had their heads lowered. They dared to be angry but dared not speak. The entire Han Dynasty was at the mercy of Zhong Yao, Xun You, Mi Fang and Guan Hai.
Noisy.
In order to appease the princes of the world, the imperial edict did not mention the status of the General Zhennan. At the same time, several more edicts were drafted to move Cao Cao to General Zhendong, Sun Quan to General Anhan, and to seize the title of Marquis Wucheng. Immediately sent people
Eight hundred miles hastened the delivery to the two of them. When the news about Xuchang and Moling came, they chose an auspicious day to dress the general's uniform. Taifu Zhong Yao personally presented the imperial edict, and Shangshu ordered Xun You to present the seal letter and ribbon. According to the general's guard of honor