My father-in-law Guan Yu, I persuaded Liu Bei to launch a surprise attack on Xiangyang at the beginn

Chapter 27 Liu Bei is like a tiger with wings when he gets this extraordinary person!

"Zi Jing, is this true?

"Did Xiao...Xiao what? Did he really mention your strategy?"

The shock on Sun Quan's face instantly turned into doubt.

"This is a serious matter. How dare I joke about it? On that day..."

Lu Su's face was solemn and he recounted the whole conversation he had with Xiao He on the day he went to Xiangyang.

Sun Quan's eyes widened again, and the questioning look between his brows gradually turned into surprise.

"Not many people in Jiangdong know about your strategy. What's the origin of this Xiao He? How could he have been there and heard it with his own ears?"

Sun Quan was naturally very surprised.

"That's what shocked Su at the time."

Lu Su nodded heavily and said:
"There are many heroes in Jingzhou, but Su has never heard of Xiao Bowen. This shows that he was not well-known before."

"When Su Lin left Xiangyang, he specifically inquired about it. There were rumors that Xiao He was a hermit in the mountains. He had recently joined Liu Xuande's army and had earned Liu Xuande's trust and kindness."

Sun Quan stood up suddenly, stroked his purple beard with his hand, and paced around the hall.

"Xiao He, Xiao Bowen, an idler in the mountains..."

After racking his brains for a long time, Sun Quan still couldn't figure out this person's origin.

Then he turned to look at Lu Su and asked:

"Then according to Zijing's opinion, how did this person know about your plan on the couch?"

"Su doesn't know."

Lu Su shook his head and sighed softly:
"This person's origins are mysterious and unfathomable. I really can't figure out how he did it."

"However, Su is certain that this person must be extraordinary. His wisdom and strategy are no less than that of Zhuge Kongming, Zhuge Ziyu's younger brother. Otherwise, Liu Xuande would not have trusted and respected him so much."

"With this man's assistance, Liu Xuande might really be able to fight Cao Cao single-handedly."

Sun Quan frowned, and a hint of fear flashed in his blue eyes.

Liu Biao is dead, and Liu Bei has risen from dormancy. It is very likely that Jingzhou will fall into his hands in the future.

As a potential enemy, Sun Quan suddenly had a strange man to assist him. How could he not be wary?

"Liu Bei is like a tiger with wings..."

Sun Quan sighed secretly, then turned around and asked:

"Then according to Zijing, should I agree to Liu Bei's conditions or not?"

Lu Su did not hesitate and said:

"Since Liu Bei is determined to fight Cao Cao alone, we can't forcefully send troops into Jiangxia without his approval. We can only agree to his terms."

Sun Quan's face darkened and he said unhappily:
"Zi Jing, your previous plan was that our army must enter Jiangxia to ensure that we can capture Jiangling and cut off the Yangtze River at any time."

"Right now, not a single soldier from Jiangdong has entered Jiangxia. This is completely different from what you planned."

Sun Quan's words clearly showed dissatisfaction with the results of Lu Su's mission.

Lu Su sighed softly, looking somewhat helpless:

"Su Yi hadn't anticipated that Liu Xuande would go against common sense and launch a surprise attack on Xiangyang. I don't know who persuaded him to do so."

"Secondly, I never expected that Huo Jun, with only 5,000 soldiers, could withstand the fierce attack of Cao Cao's 150,000-man army. I don't know who recommended such a genius to Liu Xuande."

"These two points are Suzhi's mistakes. Now that the situation in Jingzhou has changed, we can only adapt to the situation."

Sun Quan seemed to be thinking about something.

After a moment, the displeasure on his face faded and he waved his hand:
"Never mind, this really isn't your fault, Zijing. No one could have predicted what you said."

The matter was over, and Sun Quan then asked Zhou Yu for his opinion.

When Lu Su returned to Jiangdong, he had to pass through Chaisang and would definitely go to see Zhou Yu and listen to his opinions.

"Gongjin means that we should not form an alliance with Liu Xuande, but forcefully capture Xiakou and seize Jiangxia Commandery."

"Then, while Liu Bei and Cao Cao are at war, we will first destroy Liu Cong, capture Jiangling, cut off the Yangtze River, and take over the four counties of southern Jing."

Lu Su expressed Zhou Yu's opinion.

Simple and crude, just one word - do it.

Sun Quan frowned slightly and asked again:

"What if I forcefully attack Xiakou and Liu Bei is forced to withdraw his troops south to rescue Liu Qi, leaving Xiangfan undermanned and allowing Cao Cao to seize the opportunity and capture it?" Lu Su gave a wry smile and said with a hint of helplessness:
"Su has reminded Gongjin of your concerns, but knowing Gongjin's temperament, you still dismiss them."

"Gongjin said that Jiangdong is invincible in naval warfare. If Liu Bei is defeated, we will face Cao Cao head-on and defeat him!"

Sun Quan took a deep breath.

This General Zhou is really domineering and confident. Judging from the situation, he thinks Cao Cao is a rookie like Huang Zu.

"That was Lord Cao. Even a hero like Yuan Benchu ​​was destroyed by him. He had countless counselors and generals under his command, and commanded an army of 150,000!"

"Gongjin is really too arrogant and underestimates Cao Gong."

Sun Quan stroked his purple beard and sighed, and his words clearly showed some dissatisfaction with Zhou Yu's arrogance.

"Su agrees with the Lord. Cao Cao must not be underestimated. Given Jiangdong's current strength, it's not yet time to face Cao's army head-on."

Lu Su nodded in agreement and took the opportunity to say:
"So, according to Su, for the greater good of resisting Cao, we must revise our strategy and agree to Liu Xuande's terms in exchange for an alliance with him, using Liu Xuande to help us stop Cao Cao."

"My lord, you can order Gongjin to continue stationing his troops at Chaisang and monitor the progress of the battle in Xiangfan. If Liu Xuande is defeated, immediately march west to seize Xiakou, attack Jiangling, and sever the Yangtze River."

"In short, we must not start a war with Cao Cao unless it is absolutely necessary."

Sun Quan said nothing and continued pacing in the hall.

After weighing the pros and cons for a long time, he waved his hand and sighed:
"Forget it. At this point, we can only adapt to the situation."

"Then Zijing, please go to Xiangyang and report to Liu Bei. At the same time, you can order Gongjin to hold his troops in place and continue to monitor the battle in Xiangfan!"

Lu Su breathed a sigh of relief and was about to leave.

"Wait a minute!"

Just as he was about to pass on the order, Sun Quan raised his hand to stop him.

"When you go to Xiangyang, you must find out for me in detail the origins of Xiao and Xiao Bowen!"

"Su understands!"

...

To the north of Fancheng is Cao’s main camp.

Inside the central military tent, Cao Cao was furious.

"That useless Cai Mao, commanding an army of 30,000, couldn't even capture a tiny city like Yicheng, and he even fell prey to that villager Zhuge repeatedly. He's truly a complete waste!"

"And that blue-eyed guy? I condescended to try to win him over, but not only did he not appreciate it, he even dared to form an alliance with Liu Bei!"

"This bastard, after I destroy Liu Bei and take Jingzhou, I will definitely flatten Jiangdong and wipe out his entire Sun clan!"

Cao Cao threw the information in his hand to the ground.

Cheng Yu's plan failed, and he was ashamed. He just lowered his head and coughed lightly without saying a word.

"I've heard that Zhuge Liang was incredibly intelligent and known as the Crouching Dragon, and that Zhang Fei was incredibly brave, capable of defeating ten thousand enemies. It's no surprise that Cai Mao's northern advance was thwarted."

"As for Sun Quan, this incident shows that he is extremely ambitious. He will not be willing to be inferior to others and has the intention of seizing Jiangdong."

"In that case, it makes sense that he would form an alliance with Liu Bei to jointly resist the Prime Minister."

Liu Ye picked up the silk book on the ground and expressed his judgment.

Cao Cao's anger subsided a little, and he stroked his thin beard and said gloomily:
"Now that Zhongde's plan has failed, Liu Bei has no worries in the south, and Fancheng has been under siege for a long time, what good plans do you have to break the deadlock?"

The counselors looked at each other, and none of them had any good ideas.

Liu Ye put the silk book back on the table and said:

"At this point, the only option is for Wen Ze to bring the navy and start a naval battle to break the deadlock."

As soon as he finished speaking, the curtain was lifted.

Yu Jin came in covered in dust.

"Your Excellency, I have brought my five thousand naval forces from Wancheng. They are now anchored east of Fancheng, on the west bank of the Yu River. Please give your instructions, Prime Minister!"

Cao Cao was greatly encouraged and the gloom on his face disappeared in an instant.

"Okay, okay, Yu Wenzhe, you're finally here!"

Cao Cao slammed the table and stood up, laughing wildly:

"I command you to lead your navy into the Han River immediately, defeat Guan Yu for me, block the Han River, and cut off the connection between Fancheng and Xiangyang!"

　Please recommend, please vote for me, please give me a monthly ticket, please read my book!
　　
　
(End of this chapter)