Now that Liu Zhang's attitude has been sorted out, as long as we understand his purpose, we can prescribe the right medicine.
The deadlock between Cao Cao's power group now depends on whether the Xianbei people will attack.
"Fengxiao, how should we act now?"
Everything still needs Guo Jia to figure out a solution. Currently, Cao Cao does not have any strategy in his head.
"My lord, in your own name, write a letter to Liu Zhang. The letter clearly expresses your admiration and friendship with Liu Zhang. You also take the initiative to lower your profile and propose to form an alliance with him and watch each other."
Cao Cao's face darkened, and his facial features twisted together.
"this..."
After all, Cao Cao was also an elder. He was more than ten years older than Liu Zhang, yet he had to bow to him for no reason!
It would be fine if Liu Zhang's intention to attack was obvious, but Liu Zhang had already made it clear that he wanted to return to Yizhou and had no intention of interfering with the central affairs, let alone being an enemy of Cao Cao.
In this case, Cao Cao took the initiative to write a letter to pray to Liu Zhang?
What would the world think if they knew this?
Moreover, Cao Cao was extremely unwilling!
In the past, Liu Zhang held a high official position, while Cao Cao had a low official position!
Now, as the Sikong of the dynasty, Cao Cao controls the entire government and has the power to coerce the emperor and order the princes!
Is it possible that we still have to bow to Liu Zhang?
Liu Zhang only occupied Yizhou and the broken Liangzhou he had just conquered.
And Cao Cao occupied several of the most prosperous states in the Central Plains.
In terms of population, economy, military strength, and territory, which one is not countless times stronger than Liu Zhang?
Guo Jia was very good at discerning people's hearts and could see Cao Cao's reluctance at a glance.
But the matter is urgent and cannot be changed by Cao Cao if he doesn't want to.
"My lord, in the past King Gou Jian of Yue suffered hardships and endured all kinds of humiliation before he could destroy the Kingdom of Wu in one fell swoop and dominate the feudal lords."
"My lord is not even willing to write a letter today, how can we achieve great things?"
Guo Jia did not show any disappointment, but patiently comforted him.
He had high hopes for Cao Cao and never had any doubts in his heart.
From beginning to end, in Guo Jia's heart, Cao Cao was a capable, wise and mighty hero in troubled times.
"Hey! Okay..."
Cao Cao finally nodded and agreed. He couldn't waste Guo Jiayu's sincere words.
But even so, Cao Cao still had some doubts.
"Can a letter of filial piety make Liu Zhang willing to send troops?"
Guo Jia smiled and shook his head. Naturally, things were not that simple.
"Lord, this is called courtesy first and then fighting!"
"Didn't Liu Zhang block all the Xianbei people's escape routes? Then we will also block all Liu Zhang's routes!"
As Guo Jia continued to explain his strategies, Cao Cao's extremely gloomy expression gradually improved, and finally he showed a faint smile.
"Okay, with the strategy of "Fengxiao", we will definitely be able to provoke a war between Liu Zhang and the Xianbei people in Guanzhong!"
"We must also seize this opportunity and deal with the enemies around us as soon as possible!"
As long as Yuan Shao can be completely wiped out this time, Hebei will no longer be able to move south.
Without the threat from Hebei, even if Liu Zhang invades, Cao Cao can deal with it calmly.
For Cao Cao, time is the most precious thing at the moment.
"Lord!"
Just when Cao Cao was about to give the order, Xun Yu, who had been silent, spoke.
"My lord, according to my filial piety, I will grant Liu Zhang the title of..."
As a result, before Xun Yu could finish speaking, Cao Cao reached out and interrupted him.
"Wen Ruo, don't forget, Liu Zhang is a clan member of the Han Dynasty, and after King Lu Gong and Liu Yu, there are traces of this!"
Cao Cao was quite helpless. He knew what Xun Yu was going to say without even thinking about it.
Xun Yu frowned tightly, obviously not convinced by Cao Cao's reasons.
"Wen Ruo, the situation is extremely dangerous right now! If the lord does not survive, the imperial court will not survive. If the imperial court does not survive, can the Han Dynasty continue?"
Guo Jia spoke quickly and tried his best to persuade Xun Yu, who was still struggling.
After all, this matter cannot be implemented without Xun Yu’s support.
After a long time, Xun Yu sighed and finally nodded in agreement.
"Okay... I'll just follow your orders..."
A hint of disappointment suddenly flashed in Cao Cao's eyes. Judging from Xun Yu's expression, he could feel how reluctant the other party was.
As a member of the Han clan, Liu Zhang is like this, but what about himself?
I am afraid...
Cao Cao did not continue to think about it, after all, these were things for later.
Now that we are faced with a powerful enemy, the most important thing is to work together to defeat it.
Seeing that Xun Yu agreed, Guo Jia was overjoyed.
"My lord, Yuan Shao is suffering from elbow and armpit disease, and Liu Bei is suffering from scabies. We should seize the opportunity and eliminate him in one fell swoop!"
"With Runan County pacified, we will no longer have any worries and can fully deal with Yuan Shao."
Cao Cao nodded slightly, Guo Jia's words were exactly what he wanted.
"I, Sikong, immediately mobilize Cao Ren to lead an army of 30,000 to march towards Runan!"
Cao Ren belongs to Cao Cao's clan and is one of Cao Cao's most trusted people. He holds the military power of the Cao family.
Cao Cao loved Cao Ren far more than other tribesmen.
Whenever there was a war, Cao Cao would take Cao Ren with him to teach him.
Over time, Cao Ren also grew into a general in his own right.
Guo Jia was very satisfied with Cao Cao's choice.
With Cao Ren's ability, he led an elite army to attack Liu Bei's rabble in Runan, so he naturally didn't have to worry about victory or defeat.
"Lord, you must not be merciful this time!"
Guo Jia reminded Cao Cao again that he didn't want to hear the word Liu Bei anymore!
"Don't worry, Fengxiao!"
Naturally, Cao Cao had no objection. He already hated Liu Bei deeply.
"Wen Ruo, prepare food and fodder immediately and notify Cao Ren to set off immediately."
"Tell him not to survive and come back with Liu Bei's head!"
Cao Cao has given Liu Bei too many opportunities, and Liu Bei has proved with practical actions that he will never succumb to Cao Cao.
In this case, killing Liu Bei is the best choice.
"I obey!"
Suddenly Guo Jia's eyes lit up and he revealed a sinister smile.
"My lord, doesn't Liu Bei claim to be a member of the Han clan?"
"Why don't we tell the world in the name of the imperial court that Liu Bei has deceived the world and stolen his reputation, pretending to be a clan relative, and everyone will have him punished!"
"Liu Bei is a humble person, and he relies on his mouth to swindle! If he doesn't have the identity of a clan member of the Han Dynasty, let's see how he can gain a foothold in the world!"
Cao Cao agreed immediately without even thinking about it.
"Okay! Just follow Fengxiao's strategy!"
When it came to helping Liu Bei confirm the identity of his clan, Cao Cao was filled with hatred.
Liu Bei, the King of Zhongshan, is completely impossible to study!
Cao Cao tried his best, but not only failed to prove Liu Bei's claims, but found that Liu Bei was completely lying!
Even the most basic age and era don't match up.
If Cao Cao hadn't wanted to win over Liu Bei, he would not have admitted his identity without conscience.
Without the status of clan members, the counties in Xuzhou would not have been so easily instigated by Liu Bei to rebel!
Guo Jia’s strategy is exactly what Cao Cao wants!
"Wen Ruo, I'll leave it to you!"
"Yes! I'll take my leave now."
Looking at Xun Yu's leaving figure, Cao Cao couldn't help but sigh.
"Why!"
"Wen Ruo is good at everything, but his loyalty to the Han Dynasty is even higher than that of Sikong!"
Guo Jia's eyes were also very complicated. He had known Xun Yu for many years, but he didn't understand Xun Yu's thoughts.
"Lord, maybe Wen Ruo will understand in the future..."