At this time, Sun Jian was also full of this question:
"What do you want me to do?"
However, he was eventually accounted for to the surprise of his colleagues.
After Sun Jian entered the tent, he saw that there were only two people, Cao Cao and Xun You, in the huge Chinese army tent. Sun Jian felt awe-struck in his heart, secretly feeling that the relationship between the two men was not as simple as he thought.
But Sun Jian could no longer think any more, and saw Cao Cao stepping forward to hold his arm, and while pulling him to the side of the horse, he introduced Xun You:
"Jun Xun, these are the Jiangdong Tigers, Sun Jian and Sun Wentai I mentioned before."
Even in the presence of the Chinese army's visitor, Sun Jian behaved very respectfully, so he hurriedly saluted Xun You.
Xun You smiled and said:
"Brother Wentai, don't be nervous. Let's sit and chat first."
Sun Jian was already convinced in his heart that these two people must have something for him to do, so he still sat on a corner of the maza with a respectful look on his face, not daring to fill his whole buttocks.
Everyone said that Sun Jian was arrogant, but he knew better than anyone when to be respectful.
Sun Jian sat down here, and Xun You spoke first:
"Sun Jun, what do you think of the current situation?"
Sun Jian winced and reported with both fists:
"My lord, Jian is a warrior. What Zhang Shuai points to is my goal. Only Zhang Shuai follows his lead."
Xun You laughed loudly, waved his hand and said with a smile:
"Brother Wentai, you are still too reserved. Let's just talk in private as old friends. There is no such thing as paying homage to others. Just tell me based on your long experience in military affairs. How do you view the current situation?"
Hearing what Xun You said when talking to friends in private, Sun Jian slandered him. Do you really think that Sun Jian is ignorant? You guys from aristocratic families are used to using your words to hurt people. If I really wantonly say something that I shouldn't say, there will be consequences.
But since Xun You stopped talking here, if Sun Jian didn't say anything powerful, he would have underestimated our Jianghuai warriors.
Then, Sun Jian showed his dignity and said eloquently:
"Mr. Xun, the current situation is very bad."
Xun You said "oh" deeply and asked for advice:
"Wen Tai, tell me quickly. I also feel that the current situation is unfavorable, but I am not familiar with military affairs, so I can't explain it in detail. I was just about to ask Wen Tai to explain it to me in detail."
Sun Jian raised his chin, stroked his long beard, and said:
"I wonder if there is a map, that would be more intuitive."
In fact, there is a map of the Chinese army's tent, and it is clearly hanging not far behind Cao Cao. Sun Jian asked this because he wanted to tease Cao Cao, so that he would dare to suck his bravery.
When Cao Cao heard what Sun Jian said, he smiled heartily and hurriedly brought the map for Sun Jian and sent it to Sun Jian. Sun Jian extended his hand again, and Cao Cao handed him a bamboo stick, which was very considerate.
Sun Jian underestimated Cao Cao, who was capable of bending and stretching, and was also a hero. Therefore, he no longer criticized Cao Cao, but explained the current situation to the two of them seriously.
Sun Jian first pointed the position of Qishui on the map with a bamboo stick and said to the two of them:
"You two, look at this place first, which is the Qishui Camp where we are."
Cao Cao and Xun You looked at each other and listened carefully.
"Now that the Qishui Glacier is frozen, our Dazhai and the Taishan thief barrier are unimpeded. It stands to reason that if the thieves are brave enough to fight, they will have a fierce battle with us. But look at it now, except for a few low-level people. In the intense conflict, the Taishan bandits almost only defended the stronghold. This is a big problem."
"It shows that the thieves are on the defensive in the south. So where are they taking the offensive? It is naturally in the north, so I expect the Han army in Hebei is in a difficult situation now."
When Sun Jian said this, he saw that Cao Cao and Xun You were still listening. He thought that these two people were Zhang Shuai's confidants, so he expressed his intention a little.
So he continued:
"Generally speaking, when we know that the north is about to be attacked, our defenders in the south should also attack to share some pressure on the north, but this is just a mediocre view."
"The current situation of our army in Henan is not clear to your audience. Brother Meng De and I, Sun Jian, are not clear about it. It is no exaggeration to say that most of our army has been fighting for more than half a year. It is no joke that the veterans of the division are tired. It is not repaired. , I guess let alone sharing the pressure of the Han army in Hebei, even if we successfully withdraw, I'm afraid it won't be easy."
When Xun You heard what Sun Jian said, he looked at Cao Cao next to him. Cao Cao hesitated for a moment, then nodded honestly, acknowledging that what Sun Jian just said was indeed the truth.
So Xun Yu said helplessly:
"Then we just stand by and watch the Han army in Hebei be destroyed?"
Sun Jian fell silent and did not continue.
Then, except for the sound of firewood crackling, the big tent was silent.
Xun You sighed, slipped a message from his sleeve, and handed it to Sun Jian.
Sun Jian took the letter in surprise, glanced at it, and closed it silently.
This is a military report from Handan, and what Sun Jian said is absolutely correct. At this time, the Yellow Turban Army was attacking Handan in three directions, and the city of Handan was in danger.
After Sun Jian read it, he didn't say anything, but just stared at the bonfire in a daze.
Cao Cao on the side suddenly said:
"Is it true that my big man is going to die in our hands?"
After speaking, Cao Cao suddenly stood up, clasped his fists at Xun You and said:
“Mr. Let's see if our Han soldiers are cowards."
After Cao Cao finished speaking, he turned around and left the tent. Xun You hurriedly tried to pull Cao Cao away when he heard Sun Jian say:
"I can also turn things around."
So, both Cao Cao and Xun You stood there. Cao Cao reacted quickly and hurried back to the mazha, saying anxiously:
"What can be done?"
Sun Jian said word for word:
"Go straight to Yecheng."
Both Cao Cao and Xun You understood Sun Jian's strategy.
To put it bluntly, it is to capture the thief first and capture the king. And to be honest, this strategy is indeed very good. At this time, they basically know the strength of the Taishan bandits. A large group of the so-called Western Expeditionary Army is currently confronting them in Qishui. There was also a large group of troops heading to the Eastern Expedition, which went to Lieren. There was also a group heading north to Handan.
At this time, Yecheng must be quite empty, so if one can penetrate into Yecheng, it can directly kill the thieves and change the world in one battle.
From this point on, it can be seen that the leader of the bandit, who is known as the Great General, is also full of pride and arrogance.
You must know that when using troops, it is best to launch them from one direction, so that the troops are more powerful. Attacking from multiple directions seems more artistic, but in actual execution, it often falls into the dilemma of insufficient troops on each route, and the coordination of each route
Problems will also occur.
However, it was precisely because the thieves were so determined that the Han army had an opportunity to take advantage of it.
But how can I put it? Sun Jian said this strategy is good, but the biggest problem is that it is too risky. Penetrate behind enemy lines, drive straight in, and kill the leader of the thieves. How grand does this sound? But in fact it is too dangerous.
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From encircling the back, to rushing to attack, and then to attacking the city, there are many dangers along the way. If anything goes wrong at any point and is discovered by thieves, the army that crosses them will be dead.
So who can take on this responsibility, and who is willing to take on it?
Then Cao Cao and Xun You both looked at Sun Jian.
Sun Jian did his part and stood up directly, and then said to the two of them:
"This policy was proposed by me, Sun Jian, so it will naturally be carried out by me, Sun Jian. Jian is willing to pull out thousands of elite soldiers from his headquarters to attack Ye City."
Xun You and Cao Cao both stood up excitedly and praised Sun Jian loudly.
"Under Yecheng on a snowy night, this Han Dynasty has accomplished a feat that has never been done in four hundred years. If you succeed, it will be easy to leave your name in history."
In fact, Sun Jian has understood it now.
He didn't believe that Cao Cao and Xun You couldn't come up with this method. Cao Bailian's performance before was just to provoke him into his trap. It was really cunning.
But Sun Jian did not object to leading troops to attack Yecheng. After all, who else besides Sun Jian could do this kind of feat that determines the success or failure of the world?
But he only felt disgusted with Cao Cao and Xun You, so he was unwilling to say anything to them. He only bowed his fists, asked for talismans from Cao Cao, and then returned to the camp to prepare food, armor, horses, and raiding personnel.
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As soon as Sun Jian left, Xun You, who had been smiling all the time, said to Cao Cao with a sad face:
"This time I have become a bad person. It's really shameful to trick Sun Wentai like this."
But Cao Cao didn't care. He said something that surprised Xun You.
"Gongda, do you think that Sun Wentai didn't see what we were doing? Then you are underestimating him. This Jiangdong gangster may not understand what is going on in the court, but he definitely lacks brains. We just made a show of it.
He may not have noticed it at first, but he must have understood it in the end, otherwise he would not have remained silent."
Xun You was confused:
"Then if he knows, why does he still respond?"
Cao Cao laughed. He pointed at himself and Xun You, and then his face sank:
"Gongda, you have to understand that this Sun Jian is different from us. How can a low-level warrior like him perform meritorious service? Those who are light and safe have not been assigned to family members by the commanders. It will be his turn.
Selling melon seeds? If a person like him wants to get ahead, he has to fight in battles that others don't want. How can he reach this position without dying several times?"
Cao Cao paused, and his tone was slightly bleak:
"Sometimes, our Han Dynasty is really mean to unworthy disciples like Sun Jian. This Sun Jian is a hero, but unfortunately, he was born in the wrong place. So, Gongda, you don't have to feel guilty. This is Sun Jian's opportunity. That's it.
It was us who took the initiative and said that he would also fight for this task."
Cao Cao's words did not explain Xun You. Instead, he became more anxious and said:
"What we are doing this time is related to the Han Dynasty, and is also related to important matters of your family. Naturally, I, Xun, have nothing to say, but Mengde, have you really thought about it? Once you do this, you will have nothing to say.
Maybe he is compatible with your father."
Cao Cao snorted heavily from his nose and said dissatisfied:
"Gongda, you are also looking down on me. I, Cao Mengde, am Cao Mengde, and that's me. Don't always think that I will do what my family does. From my reading of scriptures and history, I understand more and more truths. I know what is happening in this world.
The question is, are there any good people in the eunuch party? I can say it very straightforwardly, yes! And there are quite a few. But it is this generation who is causing chaos in the world. How can we save the big man if we don’t destroy the eunuchs? So don’t doubt me, Gongda.
Cao Mengde thought very thoroughly and clearly."
When Xun You heard what Cao Cao said, he felt at ease, stopped trying to persuade him, and began to say the following:
"Now, let's transfer Sun Jian away and make him the lieutenant of the ninth school in the army. Our confidence is already very high."
Cao Cao nodded and explained to Xun You:
"The eight lieutenants in the army except me. Huangfu Li, Zheng Tai are our own people, Zhao Rong, Chun Yuqiong, and Bao Hong are the old commander's old troops, at least on the surface they dare not resist. Zhang Chao is a literati leader and has always been
There is no fixed plan, as long as the majority of people agree, he will agree. As for the remaining Feng Fang, he was arranged by the eunuchs in the army and is the chicken we want to kill. Sun Jian was originally the biggest variable, but now he has also been
Let's move out. So, everything is safe now."
At this point, I actually understand a little bit.
It was Cao Cao, Xun You, Huangfu Li, and Zheng Tai who secretly formed some kind of team in the army to prepare for the implementation of a certain big plan. Sun Jian was originally an unstable factor in this plan, so Cao Cao and Xun You were responsible for the outcome.
Put this person away.
So Sun Jian only saw the first level of his family. Who knew that there was a deeper purpose behind him? Poor Sun Jian, he was destined to be a swordsman after all.
After that, Cao Cao and Xun You talked about the situation in the army again, checking for gaps in the future plan. Suddenly Cao Cao said:
"It's a pity for Sun Wentai. It's just because he had bad luck and was not born into a noble family."
Xun You over there was stunned when he heard this and felt sorry for Sun Jian:
"Yes, what a pity for such a good man."
Why did the two people have this conversation? It turns out that neither Cao Cao nor Xun You believed that Sun Jian could lead troops to capture Yecheng. In other words, Sun Jian would be dead if he left.
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Over there, Sun Jian, who had been considered a miserable man by Cao and Xun, had returned to his own fortress. As soon as he entered the tent, he was so angry that he drew his sword and cut off all the screens in the tent.
Outside, Cheng Pu, Han Dang, Sun Jing, Wu Jing, Xu Kun, Sun Bi, Lu Fan and other generals came for questioning. They saw their masters chopping wildly and looking at each other.
Unlike before the Battle of Yingyang, Sun Jian's army was short of generals. At this moment, Sun Jian's camp was full of generals. Compared with before, Sun Jian was now more independent and had more troops, so many heroes came to him. In order to control Sun Jian's
With these troops in hand, he also summoned his younger brothers, nephews, and nephews from his hometown in Fuchun to join the army for training.
Therefore, there were more than 20 military commanders entering the tent at this meeting, and it was quite crowded.
Sun Jian was furious, Cheng Pu, and Han Dang directly winked at Sun Jing, asking him to ask what was going on.
Sun Jing was Sun Jian's third younger brother and the closest to Sun Jian in the army. It was his turn to ask.
Sun Jing has grown up now, and because Sun Jian started his career early and has enough resources to train the family's children, Sun Jing is well-known for his literary and military strategies, and he is naturally favored by Sun Jian.
At this moment, Sun Jing asked from the side:
"Second brother, what's wrong? Whoever bullies us, we will lead our troops and kill him right now."
Well, Sun Jing also sounds like a knight-errant when he opens his mouth, even stronger than his brother.
After saying that the sword in his hand was broken, Sun Jian turned to the generals and said:
"Who bullied us? It's the damn world, the rules, and all the unfair bullshit! Besides, they're bullying me, it's you, every one of you has been bullied!"
At this time, all the generals looked at each other, really not understanding what Sun Jian said.