Peek at my diary, Cao Cao dominates the Three Kingdoms

Chapter 492 Subtle Propaganda Offensive

After the First Battle of Zhongshan, Yuan Shang was completely defeated and withdrew from Jizhou.

From the third year of Jian'an to the current sixth year of Jian'an, Yuan Shao took the initiative to attack with an army of more than [-]; The war has also been fought for more than three years.

In more than three years, Cao Cao finally took over half of Jizhou. The hardships in it are unimaginable for ordinary people.

From the beginning of the war to the present, the two sides have fought several times with hundreds of thousands of soldiers: the battle of Baima, the battle of Guandu, the battle of Cangting, etc. In the end, even Yecheng was breached twice. The hardships of a war.From the time when Cao Cao was absolutely weak, he reversed his victory over Yuan Shao and then occupied most of Jizhou, which undoubtedly contributed many classic battle examples to the world.

In this protracted war, the casualties on both sides totaled no less than 40 soldiers and horses, and as many as 200 million civilians were involved. Countless food, fodder and money were consumed, and the respective losses of both sides were immeasurable.

The gap between Yanzhou, Xuzhou and the three northern states is there. Cao Cao wants to end the battle in a short time, which is simply a dream.Cao Cao in history took five or six years to gradually annex Hebei after the Battle of Guandu. Although Cao Cao is much stronger than at the same time in history, it has not yet reached the size that can swallow Hebei in one go.

It took Cao Cao three years from defeating Yuan Shao to capturing Jizhou, but facing the weaker and weaker Yuan brothers, the Cao Group's future battles will only become smoother.

All these sacrifices are worthwhile for Cao Cao.

In the sixth year of Jian'an, in mid-August, it is now the season when the sun is hot.

In Yangping County, an army of [-] troops led by Chen Deng crossed the Yellow River from Cangtingjin and successfully conquered the important towns of Yangping, Dongwuyang, and Leping.

In the past ten years, it was either farming or government affairs, but now it is able to lead the army alone.Chen Deng was fascinated and intoxicated by the wanton blood splattered on the battlefield and Fang Qiu's passion.

On the official road to meet Zhao Yun, tens of thousands of troops are marching forward.

The people along the way didn't have any fear of Cao Jun, and some of them even dared to get closer to observe.

The Cao Group's publicity campaign against Jizhou for so many years has seen results at this moment.

Chen Deng rode on his horse and looked at the surrounding situation.

Although there are countless fields on both sides of the official road, the fields are already full of weeds.Only in places far away from the official road, there are very few fields that have been harvested for grain.

Although there have not been many battles in Jizhou in the past three years, Jizhou does not have as strong an economic and agricultural foundation as Yanzhou.

What is fought in the war is money, food and population. Jizhou needs money and food to prepare for the war, so it can only be searched from the people, just like what many feudal dynasties did to the people.

The people were overwhelmed and fled their hometowns to find another way of life.

Yangping County, which is close to Yanzhou, is the top priority. In almost every village, a few dozen families have fled to the south of the Yellow River.

Dongjun is adjacent to Jizhou, so it naturally accepts the most refugees; Taishan County, Qingzhou and other places have also absorbed a lot. The arrival of these refugees, in disguise, provides these places with the necessary factors for development, population.

The front is Guan County, Zhao Yun has already swept the surrounding areas, and is stationing troops here to rest.

Leaving [-] soldiers to garrison each important place, Chen Deng led [-] troops all the way to Guan County.

When they arrived in Guan County, Zhao Yun and Xia Houlan had already been waiting outside the county seat for a long time.

Chen Deng saw the heroic Zhao Yun and Xia Houlan from a long distance, so he shouted loudly: "General Zhao, General Xiahou! Long time no see!"

Zhao Yun and Xia Houlan rode forward, came to Chen Deng, clasped their fists and said, "Brother Yuanlong, it's been a long time!"

"Hahaha! It's been two years since the last farewell, the years really pass by like a fleeting moment, it's gone in a hurry!"

After the three of them sighed, Zhao Yun said to Chen Deng: "Brother Yuanlong, we have wiped out the enemy army north of Yangping County. As long as we take down Guantao, the government office, the rest of the place should be left behind." .”

"The dragon cavalry battalions of General Zilong and General Ziheng are unparalleled in combat power. I'm afraid these defenders will become timid before they fight when they hear your name, hahaha!"

Zhao Yun smiled, but couldn't help sighing, saying: "When Yuan Shao was around, he could barely guarantee the people's livelihood.

After Yuan Shao's death, Yuan Shang and other noble families from all over the country plundered the common people and conscripted them into the army by force, which aroused complaints from the common people. It can be said that the common people have suffered from the Yuan family for a long time.
After entering Pingyang Street, many local people heard that Duke Cao's army had arrived. Not only did they not resist, but some even showed the way for our army. It has to be said that Yuan's defeat is already doomed. "

Chen Deng also showed a smile, and said: "Lu Huanqi's reputation of caring for the people has spread all over the world, and you, Zhao Zilong, are the number one favorite of Lu Huqili's subordinates. Your reputation is probably better in the hearts of the people than the prime minister and your majesty." Make it."

"Brother Yuanlong has been praised too much. When Ziheng and I followed my husband, we vowed to do what we can for the common people."

"Struggling for ideals is also a great joy in life!"

"I've already prepared a reception banquet for Brother Yuanlong, take a good night's rest today, and tomorrow we'll set off to take down Guantao!"

"Okay, just listen to Zilong's arrangement!"

rest overnight,
Before dawn the next day, Zhao Yun's [-] cavalry marched towards Guantao together with Chen Deng's [-] soldiers.

There are still dozens of miles away from Guantao, and the surrounding villages and people are gradually increasing.

At first, the people were very afraid when they saw the army coming.

But when someone recognized Zhao Yun and Chen Deng's army, the people gradually calmed down.

"It's better if it's not Yuan Shang's army"

"Yes, I heard that Prime Minister Cao's soldiers never embarrass the common people."

"Cao's army is here, so Yuan's army may have to leave. This winter's food can finally be saved."

The army moved forward for a while, and Zhao Yun suddenly saw a small group of people appearing on the road ahead from a distance.

Zhao Yun had excellent eyesight. He saw that the group of people were all old men with gray beards, so he didn't send scouts to inquire, and rode alone to them.

Zhao Yun rode his horse and got off the horse when he came more than ten meters in front of these old people. The Yezhao Jade Lion spontaneously followed behind him. When he came to the old man, Zhao Yun clasped his fists and saluted and said, "The army is marching, and please don't stand still, old gentlemen." On the official road."

After hearing Zhao Yun's words, several old people who were already in their seventies and eighties hurriedly bowed their hands and said, "General, we are here specially for your army."

An old man of this age could not even bow to the emperor, so how could Zhao Yun dare to accept the salute from this group of people.

Zhao Yun moved away from the direction where the old people were saluting, and said: "We are under the command of General Hussars and Prime Minister Cao, and we are here to pacify Yangping."

An old man who was about to lose all his teeth suddenly became excited and said, "We know that what we are waiting for is your army!"

(End of this chapter)