Boss Cao thought that Lu Yan had gone too far by sending Zhao Yun.
But what he never expected was that,
What Lu Yan thought at first was that Zhao Yun and Baima Yicong were also sent there!
This is simply outrageous and insane...
You know,
Zhao Yun became famous as early as when he faced Lu Bu at Hulao Pass.
Later, he led his elite cavalry to defeat the Yellow Turbans and defeated the Xiongnu. He won many battles. It can be said that the Yellow Turbans were frightened by the news and the princes were frightened.
If Zhao Yun and Baima Yi were really sent to Xuzhou, and if Tao Qian found out, wouldn't he immediately send troops to fight against Cao Cao?
"It's not right, it's hugely wrong!"
Even though Cao Cao now occupies such a large territory in Yanzhou, it still takes some time to digest even if you have a good appetite!
Yanzhou has been initially settled, but the people's hearts have not yet completely surrendered, and the newly recruited Qingzhou soldiers have not yet completed their reorganization, so the war cannot be started lightly at this time.
Cao Cao, who was hesitant in his heart, asked:
"Sir, why don't you send Zilong and one hundred of my guards.
At least these guards will not be as conspicuous as the White Horse Yi Cong, and their combat effectiveness is fully guaranteed."
Upon hearing this, Lu Yan felt that Boss Cao's arrangement was relatively safe, so he finally nodded in agreement:
"Mr. Cao's arrangement is very reasonable. It's settled then. I'll explain the situation to Zilong when I get back later."
Seeing that Lu Yan was finally dealt with, Cao Cao breathed a sigh of relief and said, "Then there's Mr. Lao."
However, Boss Cao always felt strange, "Isn't it my dad who wants to take over? Why does it feel like Mr. Lu is more interested in me than me?"
This is because Lao Cao has not been keeping up with updates every day recently. As long as he reads Lu Yan's previous diary, he will understand these things clearly.
Lu Yan waved his hand to show that there was no need to be polite, but he still stared at Cao Cao with an unclear look.
Cao Cao was a little confused, so he simply asked: "Sir...do you have any advice?"
A teasing smile suddenly appeared on Lu Yan's lips, and then he asked Cao Cao softly:
"Mr. Cao, if you want to attack Xuzhou, what excuses will you make?"
"Attack Xuzhou?" Cao Cao couldn't help being stunned when he heard this. He really wanted to attack Xuzhou, but Xuzhou was not said to be conquered.
Tao Qian, the shepherd of Xuzhou, has always been known for his benevolence, righteousness and kindness. The people under his rule highly support him and he has a very high reputation in Xuzhou.
Moreover, although Tao Qian is kind-hearted, he has an upright character and has some tricks in both military and political affairs.
Tao Qian once led an army to suppress the Yellow Turbans in his early years, and later joined the alliance of princes to conquer Dong Zhuo.
Although the Danyang soldiers under his command have gradually declined, it is actually not that simple to deal with him.
But the biggest obstacle to attacking Xuzhou currently is the lack of a good excuse.
Now when sending troops, we will pay attention to each division's reputation.
If there is no reason to raise troops to attack a state pastor who has a very high reputation,
So whether it is official or private, Boss Cao will inevitably fall into a very passive situation.
People's words are terrible,
Although the public opinion of this era was not as fierce as that of later generations, it was still daunting.
Yanzhou was originally the place of the Four Wars.
If the people around him use this incident as an excuse to unite against Cao Cao,
Boss Cao will really be in trouble by then, and it will be a big deal.
But Cao Cao was determined to win Xuzhou, and only by winning Xuzhou would the Cao Group be able to overcome the dilemma of being surrounded by tigers and wolves on all sides.
Xuzhou has six counties under its jurisdiction: Pengcheng, Xiapi, Donghai, Langya, Dongguan, and Guangling. Its geographical location is extremely important.
It is located at the intersection of Bianshui River and Sishui River, and is a water transport hub for the Yangtze River, Huaihe River and Central Plains.
Pengcheng and Xiapi control land and land transportation lines. To the north, you can go up to the Yellow River, to the south, you can go down to the Yangtze River and Huaihe River, and to the west, you can reach the Yanzhou Central Plains.
Therefore, Xuzhou is known as both the "Key to the North" and the "Important Town of the South".
Whoever controls Xuzhou controls the hub that goes north to the Yellow River, south to the Huaihe River, and west to the Central Plains. Therefore, Xuzhou has always been a battleground for military strategists!
If Cao Cao wins Xuzhou, he can advance, attack, retreat or defend, and will have more strategic choices.
Therefore, conquering Xuzhou has always been the primary goal in Cao Cao's mind, but because the time was not ripe, he has been suppressing his thoughts.
Lu Yan suddenly mentioned the attack on Xuzhou in front of Cao Cao today, and Cao Cao's thoughts were immediately aroused.
"Xuzhou is located in a strategic location, connected in all directions and easy to defend but difficult to attack. I really want to own it.
I just want to send troops to attack Tao Qian, a state pastor with a high reputation, and I need to find an excuse that will convince everyone."
This is undoubtedly difficult.
Seeing Cao Cao's frown, Lu Yan just smiled and said nothing more.
In fact, Lu Yan just asked out of curiosity. After all, after Mr. Cao was rescued, the most direct reason for Cao Cao to launch an army to attack Xuzhou was gone.
Even if Tao Qian assassinated Mr. Cao was used as an excuse to raise an army, the excuse would be much weaker since Mr. Cao was still alive.
However, as long as people want to find excuses, they can find them anyway.
As for how to find an "excuse to attack Xuzhou", that is not something Lu Yan should worry about.
Lu Yan aroused Cao Cao's "desire" for Xuzhou, but did not point out a clear way to "eliminate the fire" for Boss Cao. This was really not a good job.
When Boss Cao saw Lu Yan getting up to say goodbye, he left irresponsibly.
He now felt like he was hanging in the air, unable to get up or down, and it was extremely uncomfortable.
"No, I have to find somewhere to vent, otherwise I will be suffocated to death today..."
Not to mention what Boss Cao is looking for to vent his frustration.
Let's just say that Lu Yan returned to his residence and met Zhao Yun.
Lu Yan told him about sending Zhao Yun to Langya County in Xuzhou to escort Mr. Cao to Yanzhou.
"This is an act of supreme filial piety, Duke Cao. Zilong will go ahead." Zhao Yun's answer was very direct. He approved of this act of filial piety with both hands and feet.
Seeing that Zhao Yun had no problem, Lu Yan certainly had no problem. He said to Zhao Yun:
"In that case, I hope Zilong will take care of himself and see you in the future!"
Zhao Yun clasped his fists and replied to Lu Yan: "Sir, take care! If you come back to Chenliu, please say hello to Ziheng for me."
"No problem, that guy Ziheng has been practicing very hard recently. Maybe it won't be long before you two can fight side by side on the battlefield!"
"That's great!" Zhao Yun was overjoyed and clasped his fists again and said gratefully: "Yun Xian thanked Mr. Zi Heng for his teachings!"
Lu Yan waved his hand and said: "There is no need to be polite between us. Just remember to get Mr. Cao back to Chenliu as soon as he arrives in Yanzhou."
"Don't worry, sir, Zilong will always keep it in mind!"
Looking at Zhao Yun's back as he turned to leave, Lu Yan suddenly felt a little sad.
Xi Zhicai has gone back to his job,
Guo Jia is still at Boss Cao's house, and his heart may have been abducted by Boss Cao.
Even Zhao Yun had left at this moment, and Lu Yan suddenly felt empty around him, which he wasn't used to...
"Prefect Lu, when will we set off for Chenliu County?"
Man Chong's voice suddenly came,
Only then did Lu Yan remember that he seemed to have kidnapped someone too!
Turning around to look at Man Chong who was standing respectfully not far behind him, Lu Yan patted Man Chong's shoulder enthusiastically and said: