Since the city of Luoyang was burned, Hulao Pass naturally became an empty pass. The Kwantung Allied Forces occupied Hulao Pass effortlessly and then advanced into Luoyang.
After finally stopping the fire in Luoyang City, the Guandong princes all looked relieved and stationed their respective armies near the outskirts of Luoyang City for adjustments.
"Now that the Dong thief has taken the Emperor hostage and fled to Chang'an, it is time for our army to work hard, take advantage of the situation, pursue the Emperor, recapture the Emperor, and purge the world!" Inside the coalition tent, Cao Cao made a generous speech to the princes, persuading them to send troops to destroy the Dong thief.
"That's not right. Our army is exhausted. We may not be able to win the battle and only lose our troops." After hearing what Cao Cao said, Yuan Shao shook his head and said without even thinking about it.
Cao Cao was extremely disappointed with Yuan Shao and ignored him, continuing to patiently persuade other princes.
Yuan Shu shook his head, Han Fu shook his head, Liu Dai, a clan member of the Han Dynasty, shook his head, Kong Rong, who was known as a virtuous man, shook his head, and even the more belligerent Gongsun Zan also shook his head. They looked like a row of langs.
The princes who could only shake their heads like a drum, Cao Cao was finally angry, and he was furious.
"Shu Zi is not enough!" After shouting this sentence with all his strength, Cao Cao never looked at anyone again, turned around and walked away, leaving those "Shu Zi" there looking at each other.
Angrily, Cao Cao returned to his army tent. He summoned his generals and said: "The princes of Guandong are all a group of short-sighted people who have no words to speak of. They are hiding in the city. I will launch my own troops to pursue Dong Zhuo!"
Gao Shun became anxious when he heard this. With Cao Cao's resourcefulness, wouldn't he have imagined how dangerous it would be to break away from the coalition forces and pursue Dong Zhuo alone. In his impression of his previous life, he had always believed that Cao Cao's pursuit was a contrived move, to win a favor.
He has a good reputation that is well-known by everyone. But now it seems that he has really misunderstood Cao Cao. At least for now, Cao Cao is worthy of being called a loyal minister of the Han Dynasty. At this time, all Cao Cao thinks about is to attack Dong Zhuo.
, even to the point where he is so obsessed with it that he is willing to die if he commits the wrong crime.
If Cao Cao really wanted to gain fame on purpose, then it would be okay. After all, if the purpose of sending troops is for other purposes, there will definitely be a way out. But now that is not the case at all, so Gao Shun can't help but not worry. Historically
Cao Cao did not die, but who can say for sure? If this reckless pursuit turned out to be worse than the history he knew, and Cao Cao died here, then it does not seem impossible.
"My lord, our army only has more than 5,000 men, so there is no chance of winning if we pursue it rashly? Besides, there are many mountain fortresses on the way from Luoyang to Chang'an, which are convenient for setting up ambushes. Although Dong Zhuo was defeated and fled, he also had counselors like Li Ru beside him. How could he know that he
I won't lay an ambush." Gao Shun thought for a while and told Cao Cao of his concerns. He knew that Cao Cao was not a fool. In addition to being loyal to the Han Dynasty, he was probably also very angry with the Kwantung princes when he wanted to send troops.
It's because of the surge of Qi and blood. If he could give some reminders at this moment, he would probably soon realize his impulse and change his mind.
"According to Chang Gong's words, can't we just give up?" Cao Cao also knew this, but he was really unwilling to do so. Is it true that the 400-year-old Han Dynasty was going to perish due to Dong Zhuo's brutality and the incompetence of the Guandong princes?
Gao Shun was also thinking in his mind that although this pursuit was risky, if used properly, it would definitely be a great opportunity to make a name for himself. It would be a pity to give up so easily. Originally, Cao Cao rushed in and was ambushed, but
Now that I have opened a plug-in that predicts the future, can I change the course of history with my own abilities?
"Lord, I think that among the many princes, there are not all reliable people." After a brief reflection, Gao Shun said to Cao Cao, "Sun Jian and Sun Wentai are brave and resolute, and are by no means conservative and timid.
We were defeated by Hua Xiong, but after the defeated army was reorganized, we were still able to gather over ten thousand men. If we can get his help, we have nothing to fear from Dong Zhuo."
Sun Jian? After Gao Shun said this, Cao Cao also remembered it. Ever since Sun Jian and Yuan Shu had their enemies, he had been stationed alone in a remote corner of Luoyang City. Even when the princes were discussing matters, he did not attend. Apparently, he was feeling stuffy in his chest and panicked.
Others also complained more or less together. Since Cao Cao was absent from the discussion, it was natural that Cao Cao did not see Sun Jian in the tent just now. Now thinking about Sun Jian's temper, it seems that there is indeed the possibility of helping him.
"That's right. I'll go ask Sun Jian again. I hope he won't disappoint me."
"There is another person who may be able to help my lord." Gao Shun continued.
"Who?" Upon hearing this, Cao Cao closed his eyes and thought for a while. He looked through all the princes in the coalition, but he couldn't think of anyone other than Sun Jian who might be able to pursue Dong Zhuo with him.
"Liu Bei." When the name was mentioned, Gao Shun also hesitated. More than ten years later, Wu and Shu would become powerful enemies of Wei, and it would be great if they could be eliminated in advance. However, Sun Jian had already become powerful and wanted to touch him.
It's almost impossible. Besides, according to Gao Shun's memory, Sun Jian will die soon. Then he will try to find a way to poach the helpless little overlord. But Liu Bei is different. At this time, Liu Bei has no idea.
He is still young, so it shouldn't be difficult to kill him as long as he plans carefully. In this case, should we persuade Boss Cao to kill Liu Bei in advance?
This idea just flashed through Gao Shun's mind, and was quickly suppressed. If you mention this to Cao Cao now, he may not pay attention at all. Besides, it is true that Liu Bei will be a strong enemy in the future, but a strong enemy means
What? That represents credit! Maybe based on my understanding of history, Liu Bei is the best step for me to enter. If Liu Bei is removed early, it will be tantamount to erasing his own career in advance.
Possible achievements in the future.
"Liu Bei?" Hearing Gao Shun talking about such a person, Cao Cao was stunned for a moment. Liu Bei was of humble status, and many people even regarded him as a general brought by Gongsun Zan. Naturally, he had no place when the princes discussed matters.
Cao Cao had some impressions of Liu Bei, but the impression was not very deep. Apart from knowing that he had made some contributions during the Yellow Turban Rebellion, and that he bore the name of a Han clan clan member who did not know whether it was true or false, there was nothing else.
It's clear. His sworn brother Guan Yu, who warmed wine and killed Hua Xiong, left a good impression on Cao Cao. It's a pity that the scene of the Three Heroes fighting Lu Bu is gone, and Zhang Fei's martial arts are not well known yet.
"Do you think this Liu Bei can help us?" Cao Cao asked Gao Shundao.
"I would like to go and tell you." Gao Shun responded respectfully.