In the spring and first month of the first year of Chuping (190 AD), Cao Cao listened to Ma Xiaoquan's suggestion. After gathering his troops, he led his generals to respond.
Others who responded at the same time were: Yuan Shao, the governor of Bohai, the Marquis of Qixiang, Wang Kuang, the governor of Hanoi, Han Fu, the governor of Jizhou, Kong Niao, the governor of Yuzhou, Liu Dai, the governor of Yanzhou, Zhang Miao, the governor of Chenliu, and Zhang Chao, the governor of Guangling, his younger brother, and Zhang Chao, the governor of Shanyang. Prefect Yuan Yi, Prime Minister of Jibei Bao Xin, Hou General Nanyang Prefect Yuan Shu, Wucheng Marquis Changsha Prefect Sun Jian, Beiping Prefect Gongsun Zan and Shangdang Prefect Zhang Yang and others.
This lineup seems to be full of talents, and the total strength reaches hundreds of thousands.
After the generals gathered together and took blood, they jointly elected Yuan Shao, the fourth generation and the three princes, who had many former officials as the leader of the alliance...
"Haha..." Cao Cao entered his tent and laughed endlessly. He looked at Ma Xiaoquan who was sitting in the tent, bowed to Ma Xiaoquan respectfully and said, "Sir Shangxian is indeed a master of tricks. Yuan Benchu's strategy I took over the position of leader after refusing, and this guy is indeed as stupid as he was when he was young."
Ma Xiaoquan chuckled and said, "Xiao Cao, actually this is what you expected, isn't it?"
Cao Cao was stunned, chuckled, and thought to himself: It seems that this evil spirit is determined to help me. If I conquer the world in the future, it would be better if this evil spirit can be by my side.
Ma Xiaoquan saw Cao Cao's thoughts and said: "Xiao Cao, I will not leave during this period. I wonder if you are willing to take me in?"
When Cao Cao heard this, he was very happy and said quickly: "Is there any reason why Cao is not welcome? Master Shangxian just stays. If you need anything, just tell Cao!"
Ma Xiaoquan nodded and said, "Do you have any clues about what I asked you to find for me?"
Even if Ma Xiaoquan didn't say anything, Cao Cao had really forgotten about it.
Cao Cao took out a sheepskin from his arms and handed it to Ma Xiaoquan: "Master Shangxian, please take a look. One of my men found this from the body of a dead woman."
Ma Xiaoquan took the sheepskin, took a look at it, and said in surprise: "Are you sure you found this thing from a dead woman?"
Cao Cao blushed slightly and nodded.
Ma Xiaoquan said with all his heart: Cao Cao, Cao Cao, just make it up properly. If I hadn't seen the meritorious officials in Zhongmu County, I would have been deceived by you. But it doesn't matter. With this picture, It would be better to find that thing. Unfortunately, who stole that thing?
Ma Xiaoquan didn't point out Cao Cao's lies. He just put away the sheepskin and patted Cao Cao on the shoulder: "I didn't expect you, Xiao Cao, to be so concerned about my affairs. I'll help you!"
Cao Cao quickly said: "No need to work, no need to work, it should be done!"
Ma Xiaoquan hummed and thought: Since we have no clue now, let's wait under Cao Cao's tent for now. The crusade against Dong Zhuo has begun. Now that it's here, we can't miss it. Just be a bystander and take a look. Okay.
After making up his mind, Ma Xiaoquan said to Cao Cao: "Then Xiao Cao, just go about your business. If there is anything you don't understand, you can ask me."
After Cao Cao thanked Ma Xiaoquan, he stepped out of the camp and walked to the Allied training ground.
Allied main camp tent.
Yuan Shao sat upright on the leader's seat with a sword and a golden horse, his eyebrows raised happily.
"Well, I didn't expect that I, Yuan Shao, could be the leader of the alliance. It's interesting and interesting. It's just that the governor of Bohai is too young."
One of Yuan Shao's advisers suggested: "My lord, why don't you imitate your ancestors and claim your own title?"
Yuan Shao was overjoyed and immediately summoned all the allied commanders.
When the commanders of the allied forces entered the main tent, they all looked at each other, wondering what Yuan Shao had summoned?
When Yuan Shao saw everyone gathered, he said: "I heard that Dong's thieves have brought cholera to the imperial court. If things go on like this, the country will be without generals. Now I, Yuan, am not talented enough to become the commander-in-chief of the allied forces. Unfortunately, the timing is not right. You and I, Yuan, will
, how can a little prefect succeed in defeating Dong's thieves?"
Everyone looked at each other and remained silent.
Yuan Shao said again: "There is no other reason for calling you here today. Since we are the allied army, and I, Yuan, are the commander-in-chief of the allied army, I miss you, the fourth and third prince of the Yuan family. Now, I, Yuan, are the general of chariots and cavalry. Everyone."
Do you have any comments?"
Everyone looked at each other again, and Yuan Shu stepped forward and said: "This is very good. If the Dong thief makes trouble, we will kill him."
As soon as Yuan Shu finished speaking, everyone started talking.
Cao Cao watched calmly as the two brothers Yuan Shao and Yuan Shu sang the double act. Seeing that everyone was talking about it, he stepped forward and said, "Everyone, the leader of the alliance is highly respected and worthy of the title of general of chariots and cavalry. Cao Cao thinks this is feasible."
Some people in the crowd originally disagreed with Yuan Shao's self-proclaimed title, but after Cao Cao shouted this, everyone's opinions were suddenly unified.
Everyone looked at each other and stepped forward one after another, cupping their hands with Yuan Shao and saying, "Congratulations, general! Congratulations, general!"
Yuan Shao was overjoyed and said: "I think that although I, Yuan, have little talent and little knowledge, since I have become the leader of the alliance thanks to everyone's favor, we are all determined to defeat Dong's thieves. Then, we must have a discipline, and those who have merit will be rewarded, and those who make mistakes will be punished."
, the state has national laws, and the military has military regulations. I hope that everyone will take me, Mr. Yuan, as the center, obey the orders, and do not violate them!"
Everyone raised their hands and said: "Take the order!"
Yuan Shao raised his eyebrows and said, "Then Yuan Shu and Han Fu will be responsible for the distribution and supply of grain and grass. What do you think?"
Although Yuan Shao's nepotism made some people unhappy, everyone's purpose was the same, so they just admitted it with a blind eye.
Seeing that everyone had no objections, Yuan Shao continued: "The Allies still need a vanguard to reach Sishui Pass. I wonder who among you is willing to go?"
Sun Jian, the governor of Changsha, the Marquis of Wucheng, came out of the queue, offered his hand to Yuan Shaoyi, and said: "Sun is not talented, but he is willing to be a pioneer in the front."
Sun Jian was both talented in both civil and military affairs. Yuan Shao was naturally very happy to see Sun Jian taking the initiative to take the vanguard.
"With Brother Wen's bravery, that would be great!"
Yuan Shao assigned some more responsibilities, and the Self-proclaimed Association dispersed.
Luoyang, Dong Zhuo's palace.
"What? These rebellious officials and traitors actually want to attack the truth?" Dong Zhuo held a bamboo slip in his hand, his eyes widening in anger, "I think these people are impatient?"
Li Ru stepped forward and admonished: "Prime Minister, please calm down, Prime Minister, please calm down!"
Dong Zhuo threw away the bamboo slips in his hand and cursed: "Stop your mother's toes, these bastards, come on, arrest all Yuan Shao's relatives, arrest them..."
On that day, all relatives of Yuan Shao's family, those who were related to Yuan Shao, or who had spoken to Yuan Shao were all spared. Even a pig that Yuan Shao had raised in Luoyang was killed and eaten by Dong Zhuo.
It's not cruel.
Dong Zhuo was afraid of the power of the allies. After discussing with Li Ru and deciding on an idea, he hurriedly summoned all the Han officials to help him make suggestions.
In the court, Dong Zhuo pretended to say: "You have all seen that this little thief Yuan Shao is restless and has actually gathered a gang of people to fight against me. Come on, please tell me that I will attack this thief myself."
I will cut off this thief’s head and offer wine to the army!”
What Dong Zhuo said was so loud and domineering that many of the Han ministers in the court were so frightened that they shrank their heads and covered their ears in silence.
However, there are always people who are not afraid of Dong Zhuo.
Shangshu Zheng Tai stepped forward, stood up straight and said: "Prime Minister, no!"
Dong Zhuo cursed: "What's wrong with you? If you can't explain why today, you are Yuan Shao's comrade!"
Zheng Tai said, neither humble nor arrogant: "I think the allies are nothing more than gold and jade on the outside, but Yuan Benchu is a dandy; and Zhang Miao is confused and pedantic; Kong Niao can only talk high-spirited, let alone...
...There are so many people, but overall they are not as good as the Prime Minister's Xiliang cavalry. Isn't it too high for the Prime Minister to fight with these useless people? Furthermore, the Qiang people in the West are tough and good at fighting now.
That's the place where the Prime Minister needs to take more precautions!"
Although Dong Zhuo had already decided on an idea before the court, what Shangshu Zheng Tai said was not unreasonable. The Qiang people in the West are indeed difficult to deal with, but now that the coalition forces are raising troops to invade, the Qiang people can wait for a while.
Let’s talk about it after dealing with the coalition forces.
"Well!" Dong Zhuo raised his eyebrows, as if he was considering Zheng Tai's words. After half a stick of incense, Dong Zhuo said, "In that case, why not move the capital!"
"Scared? Move the capital?" Upon hearing this, all the Han ministers tried to persuade Dong Zhuo.
"You don't need to say any more. I have decided on the matter of moving the capital. If you say anything more, you will be punished by death!"
After Dong Zhuo finished speaking, he flicked his sleeves and left.
All the Han ministers looked at each other in confusion, not knowing what to do. What's worse, Dong Zhuo fainted on his back as soon as he walked away.
Moving the capital is no small matter. Not only does it require a ceremony, but it also requires a complicated set of procedures. If the weather is bad or other bad things happen during the capital relocation ceremony, it will be considered to be against God's will.
The common people and officials in the late Han Dynasty believed most in the theory of gods, demons, and celestial phenomena. It was because of this that Ma Xiaoquan dared to shamelessly call himself the Immortal.
Dong Zhuo had made up his mind and began to make preparations. In fact, Dong Zhuo was also afraid. After all, the Allies were powerful. Although he had powerful Xiliang cavalry, he could not defeat four people with just two fists. A hero could not stand in large numbers. If he really wanted to let Dong Zhuo
I'm afraid he doesn't have the courage to fight against the Allies.
"Father-in-law," Li Ru said softly next to Dong Zhuo, "Since father-in-law has made up his mind to move the capital, why did he inform those Confucian officials in the court? Furthermore, moving the capital is not a trivial matter. If the Allies take advantage of me to move the capital,
What should I do if I chase you?"
Dong Zhuo thought for a moment and said: "Then send people to garrison Sishui Pass and Hulao Pass. When we have almost withdrawn, it will not be too late for the guards to leave."
Li Rudao: "My father-in-law is wise!"
The next day, Dong Zhuo issued two military orders: his general Hua Xiong was ordered to guard Sishui Pass, and his adopted son Lu Bu was ordered to guard Hulao Pass. However, Dong Zhuo temporarily stayed in Luoyang, searching for gold and silver treasures non-stop in preparation for moving the capital.
...
Allied camp training ground.
The princes from all walks of life showed their ace masters one after another:
Under the command of Yuan Shao, the governor of Bohai, the Marquis of Qixiang, there are mostly good generals and counselors, and there are many types of troops under his command. The soldiers are all energetic and ready to go. Just waiting for Yuan Shao's order, they will rush into the opponent's position and fight to the end;
Sun Jian, the governor of Changsha in the Marquis of Wucheng, although most of his soldiers were born in the navy, Sun Jian began to train his soldiers to fight on land very early. Therefore, Sun Jian's formation on the training ground had fewer soldiers, but the momentum was indeed
the most majestic;
The rear general Yuan Shu, the prefect of Nanyang, has a tall black horse on his crotch, Ji Ling. Behind Ji Ling, the soldiers are fierce. Although Nanyang is rich, these soldiers have not lost military discipline because of their wealth. Overall, Yuan Shu has trained the army.
, there is still a moment;
Tao Qian, the governor of Xuzhou, belonged to the peacekeeping faction. Although he actively responded to the alliance to challenge Dong, after he came, he felt that he was old and gradually thought of guarding his one-acre and three-quarter land for retirement. Therefore, Tao Qian's soldiers
Most of the generals were influenced by him with the slightest intention of returning home;
Gongsun Zan, the prefect of Peking, has a fine white horse on his hip. This Gongsun Zan is handsome and more than eight feet in length. Gongsun Zan's soldiers have been fighting against foreigners for a long time, so their military style is very fierce. People from other armies saw them.
, all have to give in three points;
On the other hand, although Cao Cao did not have many soldiers, the drills in recent days have made these soldiers more disciplined, and their combat capabilities have also risen sharply. Although in Cao Cao's eyes, these soldiers are not capable of fighting protracted battles, they can still fight in short-term battles.
In battle or blitzkrieg, there is still the possibility of a battle.
...
After confirming the distribution and supply of food and fodder for the front vanguard and the atrium, Yuan Shao named Cao Cao General Fenwu, responsible for the coordination between the front vanguard army and the headquarters, and named Tao Qian General Yangwu, responsible for the defense of the main camp. Gongsun Zan was named General
General White Horse... The princes each lead their own troops and horses, but they all need to be at the disposal of the leader of the alliance.
All this seems to be in order. As long as Yuan Shao gives an order, the Allied forces can rush into Dong Zhuo's camp like a scourge and capture the Dong thief.
However, those who have heard about the dispatch so far, except for the front vanguard Sun Jian and a few other troops who are ready to set off, the rest have not been dispatched.
Cao Cao seemed to see some clues, so he returned to his camp and asked Ma Xiaoquan for advice.
Ma Xiaoquan said: "Xiao Cao, there is no need to panic, Sun Jian is brave and will be able to take on this important task!"
After hearing this, Cao Cao left with peace of mind. Ma Xiaoquan looked at Cao Cao walking away, sighed slowly, and said to himself: "It's not that I won't help you, but that you can't go against history. Therefore, Xiao Cao,
Next, you will have a tough battle."
...
Sun Jian was wearing soft silver armor and holding an ancient ingot sword in his hand. He looked full of pride and shouted to his soldiers: "Everyone, today's thief Dong is tyrannical, corrupting the royal family, and plundering the people's wealth and anointing. This thief will be killed by you and me, heaven and earth."
So, now, you will go out into battle with me and come out on top, are you confident?"
Everyone shouted in unison: "Yes!"
Sun Jian laughed loudly: "Okay, then follow me and chop off Thief Dong's head! Let's go!"
"Set off!"
...
Cao Cao felt a little uncomfortable when he saw Sun Jian's mighty departure. He was not jealous of Sun Jian for taking the vanguard, but saw that Sun Jian only took a small amount of food and grass with him when he left. As the saying goes, before the troops and horses move, food and grass go first.
Sun Jian's actions were undoubtedly a sign of ruin. If Yuan Shu and Han Fu, who were responsible for distributing and escorting the grain and fodder, were a little negligent, the price of the entire army would be destroyed...
Cao Cao was very nervous. He went to meet Yuan Shao, and Yuan Shao replied: "Meng De does not need to panic. My brother and Wen Jie Han Fu have informed their subordinates to be ready to provide food and grass at any time."
After hearing this, Cao Cao breathed out.
After Cao Cao left, Yuan Shao immediately sent someone to tell Yuan Shu, with only one sentence: Sun Wentai's food and fodder problem, you can handle it yourself!
ps: In fact, there were yi4 in the Kwantung Army alliance to defeat Dong Zhuo. Among them, Tao Qian, Gongsun Zan, Kong Rong and Ma Teng were not included. The reason why Xiaojue added Tao Qian and Gongsun Zan’s troops will be mentioned in subsequent chapters. Respectfully
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