Chapter 286 Lv Bu's Happiness
Chapter 286
While Lv Bu took Xun Yu away, Xia Houyuan and Xia Hou Dun on the other side finally caught up with Cao Cao, who took the lead.
"Meng De, Mr. Xun Yu was taken away by Lv Bu." As soon as he saw Cao Cao and Xiahou Dun, he said with a sad face.
"Mr. Xun Yu was taken away by Lv Bu to save us. Both of us are too poor." Looking at Cao Cao and Xiahou Yuan's face full of grief and indignation, his heart seemed to be dripping blood. In the past, Xia Houyuan was still very confident in his own force, but today, Lv Bu broke all his dreams. Xia Houyuan did not expect his hard practice over the years, and there was nothing here in Lv Bu.
"You two don't have to care too much about it. It's common for soldiers to win or lose. The important thing is that we can get inspiration from the failure. The next time we meet Lv Bu, we will even let him return the principal and profit. This time, Lv Bu's blow to Cao Cao was also very big. First, he threatened Cao Cao's life. Later, when he met Taishi Ci, Cao Cao could protect himself. Although this was dangerous, it gave Cao Cao a glimmer of hope. Later, he met Xun Yu. Cao Cao even felt that God was not bad to him. Although he was defeated, he inadvertently got help from a master. Cao I believe that as long as Xun Yu helps, Cao Cao will soon gain a foothold in Yanzhou and develop his strength well. There, he thought that Lv Bu actually killed him again and took Xun Yu away, which made him defeated. At this time, a huge hatred surged in Cao Cao's heart. He hated Lv Bu and secretly swore in his heart that he would beat Lv Bu to his feet.
"Meng De, what should we do now?" At this time, Cao Cao's hard-won soldier had been scattered by Lv Bu, and the other generals were also missing. Xiahou Dun asked hesitantly.
"Go back, let's go to Yuan Shao. As the saying goes, where you fall, get up there. As long as I can move Yuan Shao to send troops, I still have a chance to defeat Lv Bu and get rid of the shame." Cao Cao's eyes burst into light, and there was a trace of chill in the corners of his mouth.
At this time, the lights were being hung in Zhongmu City. The red lights were hanging high on the broken tower, and the soldiers who went in and out of the gate were all red and smiling. The whole city is bathed in happiness. A group of princes in the Taishou Mansion killed chickens and sheep, exchanged cups, and congratulated them on the victory of this war.
"This war depends on your brave killing of the enemy. Now that Dong Zhuo is defeated and lost, his strength is not as good as before. It is only a matter of time before that our army advances into Luoyang. Come and drink this cup to celebrate. Yuan Shao sat on the high throne, holding a golden wine master in his hand, greeting the princes next to him.
"Ha ha, everything is that the leader of the alliance is good, so that our army can beat Dong Zhuo so quickly. I've heard that Yuan Shu's army has not even been able to capture Wancheng by now. As for Sun Jian, who can be called brave, he is even more pitiful. After a great defeat, he even disappeared. It is estimated that he is probably dead. Seeing Yuan Shao happy to go to Zhang Yang, the party guard, he looked at the crowd and said jokingly.
"It's all because Yuan Shu's ability is insufficient, but he also wants to lead the army alone. As a result, it dragged down the army. Fortunately, we won, otherwise this battle would be dangerous." Gongsun Zun also said at this time.
"Well, speaking of which, it's not easy for our army to win this time. Wang Kuang, the governor of Hanoi, was also killed by Lv Bu." Bao Xin said. Bao Xin has a deep understanding of the cruelty of the war. He must have had two experiences of escaping his life, and his brother Bao Zhong also died in this war.
"We, as ministers, the emperor suffers, we should fight with our lives, and a little casualties are nothing. This time, Cao Cao led the troops to chase Dong Zhuo alone, but he didn't know what the result would be? At this time, Gongsun Zun suddenly said.
"Well, although Dong Zhuo was defeated, there were still Lv Bu and others around. Cao Cao acted without authorization. I'm afraid he can't get a bargain, but I'm afraid that he is running away at this time. Cao Cao usually is smart, but he doesn't know the reason why he can't chase him. Speaking of Cao Cao, Zhang Yang said with some contempt.
"Well, although Cao Cao is a little eager for quick success and short-term benefits, he must also be my colleague. Don't say any more." Yuan Shao waved his hand and stopped everyone's conversation about Cao Cao. At this time, the door was suddenly opened, and a unkempt and bloody man came in from the outside. The princes were first shocked. When they took a closer look, they could see clearly that the person who came in was not Cao Cao.
"Meng De, what's wrong with you? Why are you so embarrassed?" Seeing Cao Cao coming in, Yuan Shao immediately stood up and asked. His eyes were full of doubts, but when he thought about it, he understood that he was a little relieved.
"Well, for the rise and fall of the Han Dynasty, I, Cao Cao led the army alone to chase Dong Zhuo. As a result, I met Lv Bu and returned with a great defeat. What do you think of the princes? As soon as Cao Cao entered Zhongmucheng, a fire of ignorant industry suddenly rushed up. Cao Cao didn't expect that while he was fighting desperately with the enemy and almost died, the rear was singing and dancing to celebrate the victory.
"Hey, Meng De, although Dong Zhuo is defeated, he is not so easy to deal with. I have warned you a long time ago, but you don't believe it. Now it's a good loss. Looking at your haggard look, you'd better go down and have a rest first. When I gather a large army to send troops to Luoyang tomorrow, I will avenge you with this arrow. Looking at Cao Cao, who was covered in blood, Yuan Shao said solemnly.
"Tomorrow?" Cao Cao was obviously not satisfied with Yuan Shao's reaction, and then said, "I just fought with Lv Bu. Although Lv Bu won, he would not be prepared when the soldiers and horses were tired. If our army could send elites to attack overnight at this time, it would definitely capture Lv Bu in one fell swoop and cut off Dong Zhuo's wings. Zhongxing in the Great Han Dynasty is just around the corner. What are you waiting for? Is there a better opportunity than this?" Cao Cao looked at Yuan Shao and others and talked.
"Ye-huh, what Meng De said makes some sense." When Cao Cao said this, Yuan Shao nodded with some heartfeltness.
"Cao Cao, Dong Zhuo's people are tired now, but aren't our soldiers and horses exhausted? At this time, Dong Zhuo was defeated and lost. If we catch up, Dong Zhuo will definitely jump over the wall in a hurry, and there will inevitably be a big war. If our army can slow down, wait for our soldiers to cultivate, and explain that our soldiers are strong and strong, Dong Zhuo's side is panicked. Among other things, the numerical advantage of our army is enough to deter the enemy. Isn't this more cost-effective than fighting with elites? Meng De, you are not blinded by being killed, and you also want us to follow in your footsteps. Yuan Shaozheng was a little moved, and saw Zhang Yang standing up and saying.
"Well, it seems that our army should march slowly, so that we can subdue without fighting." After listening to Zhang Yang's words, Yuan Shao also felt that it was a little risky to send elites. It must be that the soldiers and horses in the hands of the princes are also damaged now. Once he wants to send elites to fight, Yuan Shao will naturally bleed. However, at present, Dong Zhuo has been defeated, and the overall situation has been decided. Yuan Shao is naturally unwilling to invest troops in this war. On the contrary, what the princes and Yuan Shao are now concerned about is how to divide the interests once the coalition forces capture Luoyang. At that time, Hou was likely to have a fight. Thinking of this, Yuan Shao and a group of princes naturally had no interest in chasing Dong Zhuo.
"You guys are all sanctimonious, but they didn't expect that they were just short-sighted guys. I, Cao Mengde, am with you and actually want to rely on your strength to rejuvenate the Han Dynasty. Haha, I'm really wrong. I mistakenly regard you such a bad little man as the loyalty of a big man. Go to hell, all of you." Seeing these people with ghosts in their hearts, Cao Cao suddenly became angry. He did not expect that the loyal men of the Han Dynasty he had summoned so hard were actually just little people chasing self-interest. Now Cao Cao doesn't even understand whether he used the power of the princes to defeat Dong Zhuo or the princes used him to expand himself. Influence. But Cao Cao has seen the result of the war. This war will not save the Han Dynasty, and Dong Zhuo will still become the first prince in the world.
"Cao Cao has been hit too hard, just let him go." Seeing Cao Cao leave in anger, Yuan Shao said a faint word and ignored it. At this point, Yuan Shao showed the demeanor of the Yuan family. Obviously, his skill is not bad.
At the same time, Lv Bu also returned to Xingyang City with a group of generals and soldiers. Lv Bu did not feel anything about defeating Cao Cao in this battle, but it made Lv Bu particularly happy to get Xun Yu. Although Xun Yu was kidnapped by Lv Bu, although Lv Bu also knew that Xun Yu would not be in the future for a long time. Help Lv Bu do anything. But this still made Lv Bu very happy. In Lv Bu's view, both Xun Yu and Taishi Cidou are just a fierce horse, a fierce horse waiting for him to tame. As for how to tame them, Lv Bu believes that as long as they are by his side, he will always tame them. Lv Bu feels that his patience is still very good.
"Hahaha, Lv Bu is so happy to see Mr. Wen Ruo, whom I have been friends with for a long time today. In particular, Mr. Wen Ruo also brought me Mr. Gongda and General Ziyi. The greatest blessing in life is to be able to meet the heroes of the world. Unexpectedly, I, Lv Bu, met three people at the same time in a day. I really don't know if there is anyone happier than me. Looking at Xun Yu's uncle and nephew and Tai Shici standing in front of him. Lv Bu was in a good mood and in high spirits. Lv Bu could already imagine how much his power would soar when he really convinced the three people in front of him. A few days ago, Lv Bu felt that he had not found any advantage in this war, but after only a few days, he had already gained such a gain, which had to be amazing. Compared with Lv Bu's plan to receive the remnants of Dong Zhuo's soldiers in Xingyang, Lv Bu has planned to give up this plan to receive the remnants of the soldiers. After all, it is easy to get a general. In these troubled times, it is much more useful to get real talents than to have those cannon fodder soldiers.