Three Kingdoms: The ghost plotter taught Liu Bei to seize Jingzhou first

Jia Xu frowned and asked sternly:

"Why did you do this?"

"Since Yucheng has been lost, you should have advised His Majesty to evacuate to Donghuang County quickly. Why did you resist stubbornly, causing unnecessary losses to our elite troops?"

Yang Fu looked ashamed and hesitated to speak.

Cao Cao sighed and said:

"Wenhe's words make sense, but Donghuang County is located in the extreme west of Wei, with a sparse population of only tens of thousands of people. It is poor and remote."

"If I withdraw from here, how can I rely on this county to revive?"

Jia Xu bowed and retorted:

"Although Donghuang County is remote, it is thousands of miles away from Yucheng, and there is a vast Gobi Desert in between."

"It is precisely because of its remoteness that it is an excellent place for us to escape Liu Bei's pursuit."

Cao Cao was shocked, and the outline of the map of Donghuang County appeared in his mind.

From Donghuang County to Wuzhao City, the journey is long, more than 700 miles.

From Wuzhao City to Yucheng, it is also a close distance.

Not to mention going to Fufeng, the journey is thousands of miles away.

This means that even if the Han army's food and grass supplies start from Fufeng, they will have to travel nearly 2,000 miles and be transported for more than 1,000 miles before they can reach Donghuang County.

If we consider the distance from the Central Plains to Fufeng, the length of the Han army's supply line is simply staggering. 997

Cao Cao instantly understood Jia Xu's deep meaning.

The remoteness of Donghuang County is exactly the weak point of Liu Bei's expedition.

With its current national strength, it is difficult to support a long-distance attack of 100,000 troops, and at most it can support him to attack with more than 40,000 people.

In this way, the disparity in the strength of the two armies will be greatly alleviated.

If Liu Bei gave up the expedition to Donghuang County because the supply line was too long, the danger of the destruction of the Wei Kingdom could be solved.

By then, he would only have a corner of Donghuang County left, but at least he would not be driven out of Liangbei, and there would still be a day for him to make a comeback.

"Wenhe is right. I should have retreated to Donghuang County earlier."

"It's not too late now. Let's go!"

Cao Cao regained his determination, spurred his horse and galloped northward.

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Inside Wuzhao City.

Liu Bei did not slack off because of his great victory over Cao Cao. He ordered the army to rest in Wuzhao City and continue to pursue Cao Cao after recovering their strength.

That night, the Han soldiers were immersed in the joy of victory, singing and dancing, and drinking celebratory wine.

Although Liu Bei knew that supplies were difficult, he still rewarded the three armies at all costs, allowing the soldiers to enjoy this rare happy time.

Liu Bei also drank with the generals until he was half drunk, and then fell asleep.

The next day, Liu Bei woke up at noon. He quickly cheered up and summoned the generals to discuss the war.

"What is Cao Cao's current movement?"

"Is he continuing to flee westward?"

Liu Bei asked while drinking tea.

"Your Majesty, my scouts tracked Cao Cao's whereabouts yesterday and captured a Wei soldier. According to his confession, Cao Cao seemed to intend to go straight to Donghuang County."

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"Donghuang County..."

Liu Bei stood up, stood in front of the screen with his hands behind his back, and searched for the location of Donghuang County on the map.

There is the westernmost county of Wei State. The Yuguan Pass stands tall and becomes the gateway to Xizhou.

"Cao Cao actually went straight to the desolate place of Donghuang County?"

"Is he giving up on himself and wants to sit and wait for death?"

Taishi Ci mocked.

There was a burst of laughter in the tent. The generals seemed to have a plan to wipe out Cao Cao.

Liu Bei's eyes wandered on the map.

Suddenly, a gleam of brilliance flashed in his eyes, and he tapped the map with his fingers, sneering: (To read the exciting novels, go to Flylu Novel Network!)

"You all misunderstood Cao Cao's intention. He is not waiting to die. He wants to set a trap in Donghuang County to lure me in."

The generals looked stern, and none of them understood his meaning.

"Prime Minister, tell me, what is the deep meaning of Cao Cao's move?"

Liu Bei looked at Deng Mu with a smile.

After a few dry coughs, Deng Mu slowly said:

(bbci) In my opinion, Cao Cao retreated to Donghuang County, taking advantage of the remoteness of the place, intending to lengthen our army's food supply route and force our army to give up the pursuit. "

"Or force our army to travel light to reduce the gap in military strength, so as to seek an opportunity to fight a decisive battle with our army. ”

Deng Mu’s words made all the generals look at the map and suddenly realize it.

“The Prime Minister is right.”

Zhang Liao slammed the table and stood up, revealing a bit of helplessness in his tone:

“It’s just that there is at least 700 miles between Donghuang County and Wuzhao City, and there is a vast Gobi desert in between, and the road is rugged and difficult to travel.”

“Our army’s transportation of food and grass in Wuzhao City is already stretched to the limit. If we add another 700 miles, we will not be able to do it.

As soon as these words came out, all the generals looked at each other and started to discuss.

"Your Majesty, Donghuang County is a barren land. If Cao Cao flees there, it will be tantamount to cutting off his own life."

"Why don't we take this opportunity to regard him as dead and no longer need to go on a long expedition?"[]

Taishi Ci changed the subject and made another suggestion.

He obviously thought that continuing the pursuit would not be worth the loss and was afraid that the soldiers would suffer unnecessary hardships.

The generals responded one after another, and most of them held the same view.

Liu Bei sneered, his eyes flashing with determination:

"Don't underestimate Cao Cao. Even if he is in a desolate place like Donghuang County, he may make a comeback."

"We must remain as vigilant as before against Cao Cao. We must cut the grass and root it out, leaving no future troubles!

Liu Bei's words revealed a strong killing intent and determination, which could not be questioned.

The generals felt Liu Bei's firm will and were all shocked.

"Your Majesty's words make sense. At this point in the war, we should eradicate all evil."

Deng Mu agreed at first, but then changed the subject:

"However, I dare to remind your majesty that during the trip to Donghuang County, IThe military rations can only support 40,000 infantry and cavalry. I hope Your Majesty will think carefully and act prudently. "

"40,000 elite troops are enough!"

Liu Bei waved his sleeves and said with great pride:

"Send an order immediately, select 40,000 elite infantry and cavalry, I will personally lead the army and attack Donghuang County!"

"No matter where Cao Cao escapes to, this time, I will completely destroy him!

Liu Bei's determination is firm and unshakable.

That day.

Liu Bei carefully selected an expeditionary force of 40,000 infantry and cavalry, set out from Wuzhao City, followed Cao Cao's escape trail, and embarked on the journey to Donghuang County. .