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In Cao Cao's mind, Lin Mu is now the undisputed number one warlord in the world, and also the biggest stumbling block to his future conquest of the world. If he takes this step correctly, he can stand on the high ground of the Han Dynasty's laws and regulations, suppress Lin Mu's momentum, and then suppress Lin Mu in every way, and replace him.

Not only could he settle scores with Lin Mu, but he could also use the emperor's authority to gradually win over the hearts of the people and the major clans, and then dominate Yanzhou!

Next, those aristocratic families and scholars from humble backgrounds who still have their hearts set on the Han Dynasty will flock to his Yanzhou. At that time, the problem of talent shortage will be solved, and the speed of his power expansion will be far greater than it is now.

"Wenruo, you were the first to agree with this strategy, so why are you now disregarding the situation in Chang'an?" Cao Cao asked.

"The strategy of serving the emperor cannot be lost, but that doesn't mean it will necessarily be achieved in this Chang'an situation. There will be many more opportunities in the future," Xun Yu said meaningfully.

“We possess such a wondrous object, making the emperor a powerful tool for us. But for other feudal lords who do not possess such a wondrous object, supporting a mere child emperor would be extremely dangerous!” Xun Yu added.

"At that time, Emperor Liu Xie will be a hot potato."

“Based on my deduction, even Lin Mu wouldn’t dare to accept him easily,” Xun Yu added.

Upon hearing this, everyone else fell into deep thought.

“Following the Emperor’s plan, I have never considered giving up. The arrangements in Chang’an have been in place for quite some time, and the cooperation with Minister Wang Yun is quite in-depth. It is impossible for me to withdraw easily.” Cao Cao tapped his fingers lightly on the table, his eyes flashing with a sharp light.

Ever since he learned that Zhao Yun had been brought in by Wang Yun as an assistant that night, Cao Cao had been excited all night long.

Strategizing with Zhao Yun is also one of the goals of this Chang'an campaign!

"As for the boundary mission, the revival of the cultural lineage is an immense opportunity. My lord, have you ever been afraid of dangers along the way? However, Yuan Shao is indeed a good helper. As for who will get the lion's share of the rewards, it's hard to say," Cheng Yu said quietly.

Upon hearing this, Cao Cao's eyes lit up: "Zhongde's words are brilliant."

These words indicated that Cao Cao was willing to cooperate with Yuan Shao.

Cao Cao paused, his gaze sweeping over everyone in the hall, and slowly said, "Just as Wenruo and Zhongde said, I will write a letter to Yuan Shao, saying that I am willing to join forces with him and do my best in this operation. As for the rewards from Heaven, that will depend on each person's ability."

Cao Cao was no ordinary warlord; he possessed a very broad mind. His agreement to cooperate with Yuan Shao meant he was fully committed and wouldn't be superficially friendly while harboring resentment. Doing so would only invite trouble.

"My lord! What if Yuan Shao secretly tries to trip us up..." Xiahou Dun couldn't help but ask.

"No, although that guy can be unreliable sometimes, he would never act recklessly when it comes to matters concerning the revival of China."

That's true. In previous realm missions, Lin Mu cooperated with Lu Bu and others, and never did anything malicious.

If they really did something malicious, Lü Bu and Zhang Liao might both have died in the foreign lands...

Lin Mu and Lü Bu did not engage in any underhanded tactics or cross any lines.

Cao Cao was very familiar with Yuan Shao, and vice versa.

They have a natural advantage in terms of cooperation.

Afterwards, Cao Cao and the others continued to discuss matters...

……

The Prefect of Jingzhao was based in Chang'an and governed 10 counties: Chang'an, Changling, Yangsuo, Baling, Duling, Xinfeng, Lantian, Zheng County, Shangluo, and Shang County.

Located west of the Jingzhao Yin, Youfufeng was governed by Huaili and comprised 15 counties: Huaili, Maoling, Pingling, Huxian, Wugong, Meiyang, Meixian, Yongxian, Duyang, Chencang, Yujun, Qianxian, Qixian, Xunyi, and Anling.

Mei County, where Dong Zhuo resided, was not within the jurisdiction of Jingzhao Yin (prefecture), but rather within Youfufeng (prefecture). Mei County was very far from Chang'an; even traveling by warhorse at the speed of the elite Xiliang cavalry would take ten days.

Therefore, one must use a teleportation array to travel from Chang'an City to Mei County.

If Chang'an City restricts all teleportation arrays, the people from Mei County simply won't be able to get through...

Dong Zhuo's camp had anticipated this situation, so they set up many teleportation arrays both openly and secretly.

To the northeast of Mei County, in Youfufeng (prefecture), lies the nearest city, Meiyang City.

Meiyang City is a very important city, and many key battles have taken place here.

Currently, the general stationed in Meiyang City is not from the Xiliang faction, but Li Su from the Bingzhou faction!
Originally, Li Su had been following Dong Zhuo for quite some time and was very loyal to him. However, he still couldn't integrate into the Xiliang faction, especially after he recruited Lü Bu, which displeased many Xiliang generals. They were very unhappy with Lü Bu, their lord's adopted son, and therefore ostracized Li Su.

With the occurrence of other events, Li Su's mindset had actually changed... He joined Lü Bu's camp and became involved in Situ Wang Yun's grand plan.

At this moment, the city lord's mansion in Meiyang City was brightly lit.

Inside the hall, only about ten people were sitting, discussing military affairs.

The one in the lead was not Li Su, but Lü Bu!
That's right, Lü Bu, who disappeared from Hongnong County, came to the rear of Chang'an City.

"The 500,000 Bingzhou cavalry and 2 million loyal elite troops are all in place!" Zhang Liao reported in a deep voice.

At this moment, Zhang Liao's face no longer showed confusion, but was instead filled with determination.

Since we've decided to follow Lü Bu down this path, let's go all out!

“Wen Yuan, the resources and wealth of Mei County are the foundation for our struggle for supremacy, and we must not allow them to be lost.” Lu Bu looked at Zhang Liao with a firm gaze.

"There, there is also a Tower of Resurrection... We may look as imposing as the Xiliang army, but we are fundamentally different. They can be resurrected, and for every one of us who dies, we lose a brother from our homeland..." Lu Bu said solemnly.

"I know, we must get our hands on the Tower of Resurrection!" Zhang Liao nodded emphatically.

“Wen Yuan, I am very familiar with the situation in Mei County, after all, I am in charge of it. I will give you more detailed information later,” Li Su said with support.

"Okay!" Zhang Liao nodded.

"Meiwu is where Dong Zhuo has amassed his fortune over most of his life. Gold, jewels, jade, grain, weapons, and a great deal of the people's wealth are hidden. As long as we take this place, we will have no worries about food and military supplies."

"Even if we can't hold Sili, retreating to Bingzhou is also an option. At that time, Bingzhou will be our base!!!" Lu Bu slammed his fingertips on the table, his voice filled with barely suppressed excitement.

After the events in Chang'an, he will break free of his shackles, ascend to the list of all the feudal lords, bring glory to his ancestors, and become famous throughout the world!
"Gentlemen, things have come to this point, and we are now irreconcilably at odds with Dong Zhuo. Once we are discovered, no matter how deeply involved we are, our fate will be grim. Therefore, everyone must be prepared to fight to the death!" Lü Bu said solemnly, encouraging everyone.

Previously, Dong Zhuo dealt with his enemies who plotted against him very cruelly. Many of the dirty work and killings were done by Lü Bu and his men. Knowing how brutal it was, he had to be even more cautious.

Li Su sat at the lower end, stroking his beard as he spoke: "Fengxian, rest assured, the teleportation array from Meiyang to Mei County has been arranged, and the generals of the ordinary city guards are all my confidants. As long as the Flying Bear Divine Army is suppressed, everything will be fine!"

Lu Bu nodded upon hearing this, his gaze sweeping over the generals in the hall. He drew his sword, cut his fingertip, and dripped blood into a wine bowl: "Today, we swear an oath of blood to eliminate the traitor Dong Zhuo and restore Bingzhou. After this is accomplished, you will all be heroes of your hometown Bingzhou, and I, Lu Bu, will certainly not treat you unfairly!"

"Slay the traitor Dong Zhuo and restore Bingzhou!" All the generals in the hall rose in unison, raised their wine bowls, and drank them down in one gulp. The clang of weapons filled the hall with a fierce fighting spirit. (End of Chapter)