Chapter 250 In this battle, defeat is allowed but victory is not allowed
Although this change shocked the world, it also made all the princes fearful.
Zhao Feng's talent is far superior to Cao Cao's by many times. Cao Wei's current situation is all because of Zhao Feng.
Now that Zhao Feng has succeeded as King of Wei, the princes in the world are even more cautious.
On the other hand, in Chang'an today, none of the soldiers feel any discomfort.
In the meeting hall of Chang'an, several people gathered here.
Xiahou Dun took a step forward and looked at the young man in front of him respectfully.
This is the former Tongque Commander and Military Advisor, and now he is the current King of Wei.
"My Lord, the Qiang people will take action recently. In three days, the Qiang people will transport a batch of supplies to Xiliang."
Hearing this, Zhao Feng nodded. He was still a little uncomfortable with this title, but he still laughed.
Regarding the actions of the Qiang people, he could now deduce Xiliang's recent plans.
"It seems that Xiliang is waiting for the last batch of supplies. In three days, the Xiliang army will arrive in Sizhou."
Guo Jia, who was on the side, stepped forward and bowed and said: "Master, I have a plan. Since the master intends to let Xiliang fall into disgrace, it is better to do it simply."
Zhao Feng looked over.
"There is no harm in saying filial piety."
There was a sharp look in Guo Jia's eyes, and he said: "Why don't we take the initiative to give up all the counties outside Si Chang'an and retreat to the Weishui River."
"With the danger of the Wei River, even a hundred thousand Xiliang cavalry would not dare to cross it at will."
Hearing this, Zhao Feng also nodded.
This can indeed confuse Xiliang's eyes. Their main target is the Qiang people. This move can greatly reduce Xiliang's wariness.
However, he waved his hand and said: "There is no need to be anxious. It will not be too late for us to withdraw our troops when the Xiliang army sends troops to fight in front of the formation."
Zhao Feng's words instantly awakened everyone,
Before that, Ma Chao would definitely come to test the strength of Cao's army before launching a general attack.
Zhuge Liang gently fanned the feather fan in his hand and asked: "My lord, do you mean to wait until Ma Mengqi comes forward to weaken his spirit?"
Zhao Feng withdrew his gaze, lowered his eyes and played with the ring in his hand.
"On the contrary, I have changed my mind. This battle must be defeated, and it must be a huge defeat. It is not impossible to lose some soldiers if necessary."
After hearing this, everyone began to think, and their eyes gradually became brighter.
Zhuge Liang even raised his head and said: "Since we are going to retreat to the Weishui River, it is better to use a trick to pretend that we are defeated."
"In this way, our retreat to the Weishui River will be worthy of our name."
The other counselors all realized it and couldn't help but admired: "In this way, Ma Mengqi will definitely rise up to pursue him. We will follow the trend and not arouse any suspicion."
Seeing everyone's praise, Zhao Feng waved his hands and said, "Everyone, go ahead and prepare for battle."
Immediately, there was a hint of confidence in his eyes, Ma Chao would definitely launch an army against Sizhou tomorrow.
The next day, in Hanzhong County, Zhang Lu looked at Ma Chao with a complicated expression.
"Mengqi, is this really what your father said?"
"Do you really want to be an enemy of Zhao Feng?"
Ma Chao looked over and laughed, his eyes full of pride.
"Haha, could it be that uncle is afraid?"
"If you really want to know which one is stronger and which one is weaker, I don't think my three thousand cavalry will be afraid of Cao Cao's tiger and leopard cavalry!"
Then he patted Zhang Lu on the shoulder and laughed and said, "Don't panic, Chao will definitely kill Zhao Feng today!"
Zhang Lu sighed and watched Ma Chao leave, but he still admired Ma Chao's courage very much and even intended to marry his woman to him.
However, this move was blocked by his subordinate Yan Pu.
Yan Pu saw Ma Chao's ambition and commented, "Ma Chao is brave but not benevolent. You must not be like this."
In the end, Zhang Lu had to give up this idea.
He looked at the Central Plains and saw that Cao Wei was the general trend. Although he had the intention, he couldn't help it.
Long County is adjacent to Sizhou, and Ma Chao only needs a quarter of an hour to reach Qian County on the border of Sizhou.
At this moment, Ma Chao led three thousand Xiliang cavalry and Hanyang's original 20,000 soldiers directly towards Qian County.
I saw him wearing white robes and silver armor, holding a spear, and immediately stood in front of the formation.
The gates of Qianxian City in front of him were closed tightly, and countless people were setting up bows and arrows on the city defense, ready to attack at any time.
Ma Chao looked up with a chuckle, and with a voice as loud as a lion, he shouted loudly: "Why is this Cao Wei who has occupied the Central Plains? Why are you so timid in front of me, Ma Chao, today!"
Seeing that there was no movement from the people in the city, Ma Chao shouted again: "Since the people in the city dare not fight, surrender quickly, or wait until I break through the city gate and I will slaughter all Cao's troops in the city today!"
With that cruel and fierce look and that cold voice, even the arm of the archer swayed and trembled slightly.
Hao Zhao, who was on top of the city defense, also changed his expression slightly. He didn't expect that Ma Chao was so ferocious, and just a roar could affect the morale of the army.
The soldiers on the city defense were more or less affected.
Just when Hao Zhao was thinking about how to defend against Ma Chao, a man suddenly came forward and said: "General, my lord has an order. We can only resist a little in this battle. We can only lose but not win!"
"There will be soldiers at the rear to support the retreat of the army."
Hao Zhao showed a hint of surprise, but finally nodded.
It's just that it would be very simple to lose. Although he didn't know what the master had in mind, he didn't ask.
Then there was a smile in his eyes, and he looked directly outside the city. After seeing Ma Chao, he looked as usual and shouted loudly: "The horse is really rampant. I saw you shouting loudly, but I didn't expect that I could only stand in front of the formation."
Barking!”
"A capable horse can lead an army to attack the city!"
I saw Ma Chao showing a hint of anger and shouting loudly: "Do you really think that Ma Mengqi doesn't dare to attack the city?"
"Everyone, kill me."
With a roar, countless soldiers rushed directly towards Qian County.
Ma Chao looked at the city and said indifferently: "Today we will slaughter all the dogs in the city!"
There was another roar, Ma Chao's momentum was extraordinary.
Seeing Ma Chao coming, Hao Zhao was not afraid at all.
As the big drum on the city shook, the soldiers who were shocked by Ma Chao instantly came to their senses. At this time, Hao Zhaocai said calmly: "Fire the arrow!"
Countless arrows were shot towards the city, and countless soldiers fell to the ground.
At the same time, on the city wall, there were huge shelves on both sides, with huge tripods hanging on them.
Everything contained in this cauldron is all anointing oil, which can be burned with fire.
"Pour the oil!"
Hao Zhao shouted calmly.
Seeing the anointing oil pouring down, countless torches were thrown down.
The monstrous fire broke out instantly, and the 20,000 soldiers led by Ma Chao were unable to get close to the city defense for a while.
The screams of countless soldiers came from under the city wall. Hao Zhao looked at Ma Chao without changing his expression, trying to find any embarrassment in it.
But he didn't expect that Ma Chao's expression did not change at all. Instead, the corners of his mouth raised a slight arc, his eyes were full of fighting spirit, and he immediately laughed.
"Everyone, get on me!"
Countless soldiers came over again, but this time Qian County seemed to have no means.