Wei Xiaobao's Three Kingdoms Adventure

Chapter 114 Things are out of control
Wei Xiaobao admired Jia Xu from the bottom of his heart. He not only admired Jia Xu's clear understanding of the general situation of the world, but also admired Jia Xu's idea and ability of speculation and self-protection.

Wei Xiaobao asked, "Since you don't think highly of Cao Cao, why did you let Zhang Xiu surrender to him?"

Jia Xu said, "This is just a delaying tactic. Cao Cao is ambitious and lustful towards women. Since we offered the city in surrender, he has already lost his guard and is probably drunk on the pleasures of women."

Wei Xiaobao was horrified and exclaimed, "So you are pretending to surrender?"

Jia Xu said, "Yuan Shao has already sent a letter. If we can hold Cao Cao back, Chenliu will be captured soon. If we capture Yanzhou, Xuchang will be within our grasp."

Wei Xiaobao smiled and said, "Aren't you afraid that I will inform Cao Cao about this?"

Jia Xu also laughed: "I have trapped you and killed your horse, how can you go and tell on me?"

Wei Xiaobao's anger surged: "You killed Jueying?"

Jia Xu said, "Brother Wei, surviving in troubled times is not easy. Horses and weapons are just external possessions. Think about it, if Xia Pi is captured by Liu Bei, will the Red Hare and the Fang Tian Hua Ji still be relevant to Lü Bu? Don't be angry yet. If Cao Cao can be eliminated, wouldn't that also help Liu Bei?"

Wei Xiaobao said, "I'm afraid it won't be that easy for you to keep me."

Jia Xu said, "I heard from Tang Zhou that you were wearing armor that made you invulnerable to swords and spears, and I didn't intend to kill you."

"Pa pa" Jia Xu clapped his hands twice, and seven or eight soldiers rushed into the tent, each holding a bow and arrow aiming at Wei Xiaobao.

Jia Xu continued, "If you really want to escape, you'll probably have a few more thorns on your head."

Wei Xiaobao asked, "Where is that bastard Tang Zhou?"

Jia Xu said, "Didn't I say Cao Cao is already intoxicated by his pleasure? I've arranged for Tang Zhou to send Zhang Xiu's aunt to Cao Cao's tent, and it looks like he should be back soon. If Zhang Xiu finds out, he'll definitely not let it go. As soon as Liu Biao's army arrives, Cao Cao will be killed outside the city."

Wei Xiaobao sneered, "You used Diao Chan to trick Lü Bu into killing Dong Zhuo, and now you're using a widow to provoke Zhang Xiu into killing Cao Cao. You're such a vicious old man!"

"No poison, no husband!"

Tang Zhou suddenly burst into the tent, breathless, "It's bad! Liu Biao refuses to send troops, and Zhang Xiu has already led his troops to attack Cao Cao."

Jia Xu cursed: "Liu Biao is untrustworthy. This has ruined my plan!"

Wei Xiaobao took advantage of Jia Xu's distraction, used his magical feet to move erratically, and came straight towards Jia Xu's face.

Jia Xu hurriedly ordered the arrows to be shot.

Wei Xiaobao moved left and right, waiting for the right moment to get out of the tent.

Jueying had already fallen in a pool of blood.

Seeing this, Wei Xiaobao didn't care about the pain. He grabbed another horse next to him, pulled the reins and ran away.

Jia Xu and Tang Zhou were chasing closely behind. Wei Xiaobao jumped on his horse and stuck close to its back, then he broke through the city gate and headed straight for Cao's camp.

Soon, Wei Xiaobao saw a fire in front of him, which was Cao Cao's military tent.

When Wei Xiaobao arrived at Cao Cao's camp, Zhang Xiu had already led his troops to pursue Cao's army.

Cao Cao's military tent had been burned beyond recognition. Dian Wei was blocking the door with two corpses in his hands. His body was stiff and standing, with arrows all over his body, but his eyes were still glaring forward.

Wei Xiaobao recalled the time when he first met Dian Wei. He stood up like this and rode on his head. He also recalled the scene outside Runan City when Dian Wei fought with Xu Chu to save him.

Wei Xiaobao sighed and said, "Big Black Bull, I will definitely avenge you!" Jia Xu and Tang Zhou had already led their troops to chase after him, and Wei Xiaobao hurriedly urged his horse to chase Cao Cao.

After running for a whole night, Wei Xiaobao finally caught up with Cao Cao.

Every time Cao Cao fled, he would leave his armor and helmet behind, and this time was no exception. Even his shoes were lost.

Cao Cao felt a little relieved when he saw Wei Xiaobao chasing him. He quickly counted his troops and asked hurriedly, "Where is Dian Wei?"

A young man stepped forward and said, "Father, General Dian Wei fought to the death and has died."

Cao Cao pointed at Wancheng and cursed, "Zhang Xiu feigned surrender and cost Dian Wei his life. This hatred is irreconcilable! Generals, follow me back to Wancheng and tear Zhang Xiu into pieces!"

Xun Yu said, "Prime Minister, our army's morale is low, and our scouts have reported that Yuan Shao seems to be plotting an attack on Chenliu. Furthermore, General Cao Ang is injured."

Cao Cao looked at the young man who had just spoken and asked, "Where is Zixiu injured?"

Wei Xiaobao thought to himself, "So he is Cao Ang, Cao Cao's eldest son. Shouldn't he have died in Wancheng with Dian Wei?"

Cao Ang said, "Father, when I was escaping on horseback, I was shot in the left arm. I've applied medicine to the wound now, so it's fine."

Wei Xiaobao then realized that Cao Cao was supposed to have ridden Jueying to Wancheng. After Jueying was killed, Cao Ang gave his horse to Cao Cao, which ultimately prevented him from escaping Wancheng. However, he had Jueying in his hands the entire time. Although Cao Cao was still tricked by Jia Xu, he was able to save the life of his eldest son, Cao Ang.

Wei Xiaobao was panicking: "If this guy isn't dead, then he'll be the one to force Liu Xie to abdicate. If he becomes emperor, won't everything be in chaos?"

Wei Xiaobao quickly said to Cao Cao, "Xun Yu is right. We should return to Xuchang first to guard against Yuan Shao's surprise attack. I will go to Xuzhou to find Liu Bei."

Cao Cao was still in shock, and when he saw that Xun Yu and Wei Xiaobao both suggested withdrawing the troops, he agreed.

Wei Xiaobao exchanged a good horse from the army, said goodbye to Cao Cao and headed for Xiaopei.

Cao Ang's survival had a profound impact on Wei Xiaobao. On the way, Wei Xiaobao constantly reflected on the fact that perhaps it was his repeated wrong choices that ultimately led to the deviation of the course of history. Now, all Wei Xiaobao could do was to constantly comfort himself that none of these changes would affect Xiao Xuanzi's throne.

Wei Xiaobao returned to Xiaopei and told Liu Bei in detail what happened in Wancheng.

Liu Bei, upon hearing Dian Wei's story, also felt that his loyalty to his master was admirable. As for his failure to persuade Jia Xu to surrender, Liu Bei instead reassured Wei Xiaobao.

Liu Bei said, "Although this man is resourceful and resourceful, he is too self-centered. I'm afraid we can't coexist with him. However, his insights into the aristocratic families and the general trend of the world do serve as a warning to me. If we rely solely on the power of Xuzhou, we won't even be able to protect ourselves."

Wei Xiaobao asked, "Brother, what are your plans?"

Liu Bei said, "If it's true, as Bo Zhi said, that Cao Cao is most worried about Yuan Shao, then temporarily relocating to Xuzhou to recuperate would be the best solution. It's a pity that I don't have capable officials like Xun Yu and Cheng Yu to govern the prefecture."

Wei Xiaobao thought for a moment and said, "Brother, I'd like to recommend someone to you, but I'm afraid this person is too young right now."

Liu Bei said, "Gan Luo was only twelve years old when he became prime minister. Could it be that the person recommended by Bo Zhi is even younger than him?"

Wei Xiaobao counted on his fingers for a long time but couldn't figure it out, so he gave up and said, "I don't know how old this person is now. Anyway, he is very capable, but it is difficult to hire him."

Liu Bei said, "If it is as Bo Zhi said, I will go there myself, even if I have to beg him to come. I wonder where he is now?"

Wei Xiaobao said, "His name is Zhuge Liang. If I remember correctly, he should be in Nanyang."

(End of this chapter)