Three Kingdoms: The rebellion was eavesdropped by Cao Cao

Chapter 407 Liu Bei's Change

Three days later, Liu Bei, who was stationing troops in Xinye, had received the news that Cao Cao was marching like him, and immediately ordered all the soldiers in Xinye County to enter a state of combat readiness!
And some time ago, before Liu Bei was intercepted and killed by the Cai clan, he met a person who was good at divination and calculation of astrology named Xu Shu and Xu Yuanzhi!

Later, he was chased by Mrs. Cai and Cai Mao and ran out of Xinye, and met an old man named Mr. Shui Jing in the thatched cottage in the mountains and forests!
Through his recommendation, he met Xu Shu again, and successfully invited him to come out to help!
Liu Bei, who is almost half a century old, finally got his first military adviser in his life. The arrival of Xu Yuanzhi immediately made his entire army look brand new. Just a reminder to Liu Bei, he successfully suppressed the pursuit of the Cai clan , Successfully returned to Xinye to recruit troops!

Now the military power in Xinye City is growing at a speed that he has never experienced before!
Therefore, Liu Bei can be said to be extremely dependent on this military division!

At this time, he heard that Cao Ren and Li Dian had brought tens of thousands of Cao soldiers to attack him, so he summoned the military advisor Xu Shu early in the morning, and wanted to ask him if he had any solution!
"Military Master, as you expected, Cao Jun really came here, and within two days, he will come to Xinye. Do you have a way to deal with it?"

Liu Bei was in the military tent at this time, and asked Xu Shu with a slightly dignified face.

Xu Shu, who was stroking a small beard under his chin, was slightly startled when he heard this, and then said:

"This Cao Cao is really quick with his troops. I thought that even if he attacked, it would be five days later, but I didn't expect it to be three days earlier!"

Zhang Fei said impatiently after hearing this:

"Oh, military advisor, Cao Jun is about to kill them, what's the use of talking about it now? It's better to think of a way to beat them back!"

Liu Bei frowned slightly, "Third brother, don't be rude. Since the military adviser has already expected it, there must be a solution. Don't be impatient and listen to what the military adviser has to say!"

Only then did Zhang Fei lose his temper, but it was not difficult to see that he was gearing up and wanted to kill Cao Bing to the last!
And Xu Shu said at this time:
"I thought that Cao Jun would come back to attack after listening to the rainy season in Jingxiang area, but Cao Cao included the travel time in it!"

Having said that, he cupped his hands to Liu Bei and said:

"My lord, are the two generals Cao Ren and Li Dian under Cao Cao's command here?"

"Yes!"

Liu Bei nodded and said, "According to the report from the spies, the main generals who came this time are Cao Ren and Li Dian!"

Xu Shu said:
"I still have a little understanding of Cao Ren. Although he has the talent of a general, he still lacks a little intelligence. He is eager for quick success. Cao Cao must be worried about this, so he sent the more stable Li Dian to assist him!"

Liu Bei asked again, "Then, do you have a way to defeat the enemy?"

Hearing this, Xu Shu shook his head, "Of course not!"

After Zhang Fei heard this, he couldn't hold back anymore. He stood up abruptly and shouted:

"After talking for a long time, you don't understand anything, just talking nonsense, it's a waste of my time!"

"Third brother!"

Liu Bei immediately scolded, "If you dare to disrespect your master again, this time you will face Cao Jun, you will go back to the barracks and become a pawn!"

Only then did Zhang Fei honestly confess and shut his mouth!
But anyone can see the disdain and contempt in his eyes!
Not to mention Guan Yu beside him, he has already judged people with his nostrils!

As long as Liu Bei gives an order, he will go to the front to kill the enemy without saying anything, but this Xu Shu is really not enough for him!
Among all the generals, only Zhao Yun'an listened quietly at the side, and didn't make much movement!
Compared with the two generals Guan and Zhang, his temperament is much calmer, and he also knows that this battle cannot be won by whoever roars fiercely!
Xu Shu had already gotten used to Zhang Fei's temperament, so he smiled elegantly and said:
"My lord, my teacher, Mr. Shui Jing, once said at the beginning that you are more military than strategic, and now I see that it is true. Of course, you have no shortage of strong generals, but if you only have brute force, facing a traitor like Cao Cao, No matter how many battles you fight, you will lose!"

As soon as these words came out, Zhang Fei and Guan Yu showed a little sullenness in front of them, but they couldn't refute Xu Shu!
Has their elder brother Liu Bei lost too few battles in these years?

It can almost be said to be repeated battles and defeats!

The reason analyzed by others happened to be on their necks, making them suffocate!

Liu Bei also looked a little embarrassed, sighed lightly, and said to Xu Shu:
"Please teach me sir!"

Xu Shu replied, "Your Majesty is serious. I just have some suggestions, not teaching. When marching and fighting, we can't just look at how many soldiers they send out, but also what kind of tactics they will adopt!"

"Whether it's a strong attack, a clever attack, or a formation attack, when you don't understand these situations, it will be futile for Shang Zi to do any mobilization!"

When Xu Shu said this, he looked at Liu Bei and continued:
"Because we are defending the city, and they are attacking the city. The defending side occupies the absolute initiative. When they attack the city, there will be effects of weather, food and grass, and even serious diseases. Therefore, I suggest that it is best to stop with silence. strategy!"

After Liu Bei heard this, a gleam of light appeared in his eyes!
"Mr.'s words are really enlightening. Only by stopping with silence can we defeat the enemy. If I had done it before, I would have sent the soldiers out of the city to fight!"

Seeing that he agreed with her point of view, Xu Shu continued to smile and said:
"As far as I know, this Cao Ren has also been promoted to general by Cao Cao in recent years. His talent should not be underestimated. It is said that he is also proficient in formations. After he sets up formations outside the city, I can give my lord the best." strategy against the enemy!"

"it is good!"

Liu Bei slapped his thigh, "Then there is Mr. Lao, what are we going to do now?"

"Check the supply, food and grass, and make sure that the stronghold is safe! But..."

When Xu Shu said this, he stroked his beard with a serious expression on his face!
Liu Bei was taken aback. "But what?"

Xu Shu said:
"We have to arrange some more people to inquire about Cao Jun!"

"What are you looking for?"

Liu Bei asked.

"Investigate someone!"

"Who?"

"Cao Cao's younger brother, Cao Su!"

Xu Shu turned his head to look at him, and paused every word.

"Cao Su?"

Liu Bei was taken aback for a moment, and then asked:

"As far as I know, Brother Shuren has not heard from him for a year or two. Why do you want to inquire about his signs?"

Xu Shu showed fear and said:

"A unicorn, how easy is it to hide from others? But have you ever thought, my lord, why Cao Cao didn't attack sooner or later, but why did he attack at this time?"

Liu Bei suddenly realized, "You mean... Brother Shuren, he came out of the mountain?"

Xu Shu nodded and said, "If he has been retreating for the past two years, then I have only one opinion for you..."

"what?"

Xu Shu hesitated for a moment, looked at him and said seriously:

"Abandon the city and flee!"

(End of this chapter)