Chapter 544 Cao's army's damage

Cao Cao ordered the tiger and leopard to ride out to stabilize the situation.

Guan Yu led 500 cavalry to attack tens of thousands of Cao's camp at night, which caused chaos in Cao's army. Such news came out that the momentum of the defenders in the city obviously increased a lot. Cao's army, which was still brave before, now seems to be just like this. As long as it relies on favorable terrain, the withdrawal of Cao's army will be a matter of time.

A victory made many generals have fantasies in their hearts. Liu Bei treated people deeply. Although Zhang Fei sometimes likes to drink wine and lose his temper, his own ability is still quite loved by soldiers. Many people firmly think of the benefits of Liu Bei's past. The fighting spirit in his chest is greatly stimulated, not for the sake of bullshit, just It's just for conscience, but more for survival.

Verbally, the general is willing to go through fire and water to the master. He is eager to rush to kill immediately and let the master see his center. When the real danger appears, it is the biggest test of the opponent's generals. Whether it is loyalty or treachery can be seen at a glance.

Last night's sneak attack made Cao Jun not launch an attack the next day. Looking at the dark area in Cao's camp, Liu Bei's face showed a smile.

"Lord, the momentum of the defenders has increased significantly. It's not like attacking other cities with Xuzhou City as the center, completely isolating Liu Bei and turning the city he defends into a lonely city!" The counselor advised.

Cao Cao sneered and said, "Have you never heard that Han Sui led nearly 100,000 troops and did not capture the Pingxiang City guarded by Jia Rong. He also had the same idea as you. As a result, the army was defeated, and the land of Jincheng was all obtained by Jia Rong."

Xi Zhicai said, "Lord, Liu Bei is not Jia Rong, and the Xuzhou Army is not as good as the Xiliang Army. It only needs to send 30,000 soldiers to be stationed here. Liu Bei absolutely does not dare to change. At the beginning, it was the incompetent under Han Sui's account that made Jia Rong succeed, and Liu Bei wanted to take advantage of our army. Don't think about it."

Xun Yu also advised: "Lord, turn Xuzhou City into a lonely city, which can greatly disintegrate the heart of the defenders, and will go down without fighting!"

A sharp look flashed in Cao Cao's eyes. "In your opinion, Zhicai and I have left 30,000 troops here, and the rest of them have begun to conquer other cities in Xuzhou. We must occupy other cities in Xuzhou within a month."

Cao Jun divided his troops. Under Liu Bei's eyes, Cao's troops began to go to the rest. At first, Liu Bei thought that Cao Jun deliberately wanted to lure the defenders in the city to attack. Finally, he realized that something was wrong. The generals in these teams were the first-faced figures in Cao's army. They must have been plotting to divide the troops. Throughout Xuzhou, Liu Bei was anxious, but there was no way.

"How's the connection going in the city?" Cao Cao asked in a low voice.

Guan Yu's attack camp and Liu Bei's oil and dung juice when he was defending the city made Cao Cao feel very bad. Since ancient times, the battle of siege has been very difficult. Tens of thousands of people are likely to be in a few months and consume countless materials.

Chen Deng arched his hand and said, "Lord, the strength of the Liu family and the Zhao family in the city is far lower than that of the Cao family. Cao Bao is loyal to Liu Bei and impossible to betray him. Although the owner of the Liu family of the Zhao family is willing to open the gate, his strength is insufficient. After the previous battle, Liu Bei has increased the protection of the gate, and the guarding generals are all his subordinates. Cousin, there are so many soldiers patrolling the streets that there is no way to start. Even the family is secretly monitored by Liu Bei. As soon as there is an action, Liu Bei can know immediately.

"It's better to send charcoal in the snow than icing on the cake. Presumably, the owner of the Liu family and the Zhao family in the city also understand this. When the army breaks through the city, what role does the Liu family and the Zhao family have for us? When you spread the words, say that I don't care about one or two more big families in Xuzhou." Cao Cao said.

Cao Cao never thought that Xuzhou City had someone to respond like Pengcheng. In a strong city like Xuzhou City, in general, it is difficult to succeed without months of attack and siege, especially Liu Bei's horse for more than ten years. He has rich experience in the battlefield and is dedicated to defense. Even Cao Cao is also a headache.

"No!" Chen Deng said goodbye.

Hearing Cao Cao's promise, Chen Deng is also full of confidence. The strength of the family should not be underestimated, but they are also very cunning. If they don't see rabbits and don't sprinkle eagles, they can't do their best.

In Xuzhou City, the head of the Liu family and the head of the Zhao family gathered together and constantly discussed countermeasures. However, Liu Bei's defense was too tight that they wanted to move a hundred people. I'm afraid that an army would immediately swarming and be destroyed in an instant.

Liu Bei got the news from Cao Bao, and there was a sneer on his face. He wanted to play something to open the gate under his eyes, which made Liu Bei angry.

"General Cao, you lead the army to surround the Liu and Zhao families. Don't let anyone go. Don't let the wind leak." Liu Bei's eyes turned and came from it.

"Lord, the owner of the Liu family and the owner of the Zhao family bribed the general guarding the gate and raised the fire in the middle of the night. At that time, the army would attack the city." Chen Deng hurried to the Zhongjun tent where Cao Cao was located.

Cao Cao laughed and said, "Okay, if you can capture Xuzhou, the Chen family will be the first contributor!"

Chen Deng was overjoyed that Cao Cao's strength was the first of the princes in the world. He was able to get his promise, which was many times better than Liu Bei's rootless duckweed. Moreover, Cao Cao promised him to be the pastor of Xuzhou before, and the rise of the Chen family was unstoppable.

"It's not too late. Lord Chen should quickly contact the Liu family and the Zhao family to ensure that everything is foolproof." Cao Cao said.

The owner of the Liu family and the owner of the Zhao family were invited to the state pastoral mansion by Liu Bei. They looked at Liu Bei, who was sitting on the top with a cold face. The two knew that the matter had been leaked. Their faces were like dead ashes. They looked at each other and shook their heads.

Liu Bei laughed and said, "Master Liu and Master Zhao are good means. If you want to open the gate to welcome Cao's army, do you think that I am easy to bully?"

"Why did the adult say this? The Liu family has lived in the city for generations and dare not have any different intentions. Is it that the adult was provoked by the villain?" The owner of the Liu family argued.

"Real? What does it mean that the head of the Liu family and the head of the Zhao family and Cao Jun outside the city say that they can't do it well with tight defense? Cao Bao came forward and said, staring at the two people with bright eyes.

"This..." The two of them suddenly choked. They didn't expect that Cao Bao controlled so much news.

Liu Bei sneered and said, "The two masters, if you can defend the city together with Bei, when Cao Jun retreats, they will naturally share glory. I didn't expect you..."

"Your Excellency, the villain is willing to serve you. Please let the Liu family go!" Seeing that something was wrong, the owner of the Liu family immediately changed his mouth.

Seeing this, the owner of the Zhao family hurriedly bowed, "Your Excellency, the Zhao family is willing to work for you!"

Liu Bei said, "You two have an affair with Cao Jun. It was originally a capital crime. You have a good attitude, but you can make contributions. Now write a letter to tell Cao Jun to enter the city at the third watch tonight and follow the agreed signal."

At the second hour, Cao Cao ordered Xiahou Dun to lead 500 cavalry and prepare to enter the city. Thinking that Liu Bei would be defeated in his own hands overnight, Cao Cao was very happy.

Xi Zhicai asked, "Lord, are the Liu and Zhao families in the city credible?"

Cao Cao's happy look immediately dissipated, and he frowned slightly and said, "I don't expect it!"

As soon as Xi Zhicai reminded him, he was no longer in a good mood. "Tell General Xiahou to pay attention to the change of the city gate. If there is anything wrong, withdraw your troops immediately!"

Xiahou Dun, who was ambushed in the dark, suddenly heard bursts of fighting in the city. The gate opened even more and roared, "Brothers, kill!"

Five hundred cavalry quickly entered the gate, and the surroundings were strangely quiet. Xiahou was shocked and looked around. There were Xuzhou soldiers everywhere. The archers' long arrows were aimed at them, waiting for an order, and the arrows would rain.

Xiahou Dun couldn't scream secretly and was about to order the soldiers to retreat. The gate behind him was also slowly closed, and the suspension bridge was also gradually lifted up. For a moment, 500 cavalry could not go out.

"Fighting arrows!" Guan Yu ordered in a low voice.

Five hundred cavalry became the target of archers. For a while, they were killed and injured. The cavalry crowded with each other. At the narrow gate, they made a mess, and Xiahou Dun hurriedly withdrew.

After Xiahou Dun left the city, there were only 500 elite tigers and leopards riding, leaving only a dozen people, and more than 400 cavalry were buried in the city forever. Xia Hou Dun shouted under the city, "Shameless Liu Bei!"

Liu Bei on the city laughed and said, "General Xiahou is well. You led the army to attack the gate, and we are shameless. What's the explanation?"

Xiahou Dun's face turned pale and white, leading the cavalry to retreat.

The war fell into a stalemate again. After half a year of the expedition, 100,000 troops consumed food and fodder. With the background of Cao's army, it was difficult to support it for too long. Cao Cao was very anxious.

After several consecutive losses, the Jizhou army changed the strategy of sneak attack of grain transporters, which was still planned by Tian Feng. The Jizhou army did not lack ordinary soldiers, but the cavalry was their shortcoming. They were long and short with the Xiliang army. The two sides fought, which made Yuan Shao very depressed.

On the battlefield, in the battle with the Xiliang Army, it is basically the cavalry that determines the victory or defeat. Without strong cavalry, you can't get any benefits in the hands of the Xiliang Army. Cavalry is the strength of the Xiliang Army. Jia Rong has dominated the world for many years and relies on the cavalry in his hand. He also attaches great importance to the cavalry, whether it is equipment. It is not comparable to the Jizhou cavalry.

"Gentlemen, in the land of Youzhou, there are already three counties in the hands of our army, and now the Xiliang army is staring at it, and I'm afraid it will be difficult to advance." Yuan Shao said anxiously.

Tian Feng thought for a moment and arched his hand and said, "Lord, the Xiliang army is not sharp and can't be an enemy. Moreover, the army has been fighting for half a long time, and the people are tired and can't make peace with the Xiliang army."

Xu You immediately jumped out and said, "What does Lord Tian mean? Is the Jizhou army not as good as the Xiliang army? Since the expedition, my lord has been in two counties in a row, and the morale is strong.

Yuan Shao waved his hand and said, "Lord Tian's words are reasonable, but who should be selected for the Xiliang Army?" Yuan Shao suffered a lot of losses on the battlefield, which made Yuan Shao feel a little weak. He didn't want to be the enemy of the Xiliang army. The territory of Jizhou was not as stable as he thought. Especially recently, Cao's army has moved closer to Qingzhou, and the trial match was still a guest in the Xiliang army. Since the envoy, there has been no communication. Jia Rong is not a good man and a believer. Maybe he has The flag has been scrused.