Abnormal Three Kingdoms

Chapter 247 Candidates

Cao Cao probably doesn't care about Runan now, at least not in a short time, this is the conclusion Chu Nan came to.

Now Cao Cao has two choices, to lead his troops to fight against Runan himself, or to sit in Xuchang by himself, and send generals to attack Xuzhou Army and Jianghuai Army.

First of all, if he chooses to go out, Xuchang will face the threat of his own father-in-law at any time. Although it is the capital of the emperor, the place where the sky of the big man is the most important, Cao Cao is likely to be presided over by a Legalist, which is not good for Lu Bu, but as long as Cao Cao leaves, Xuchang It is true that the defense is empty, Xu Chang's law can be used, but the opponent cannot guard at any time, but Lu Bu can attack at any time, as long as he invades Xu Chang, grabs the emperor and leaves.

No matter how powerful the Legalists are, after losing the emperor, their power will be weakened by most of them.

Therefore, what Cao Cao had to face when he went out was that he might lose the emperor at any time. No matter how bad it was, his food road would be severely harassed by Lu Bu. As a result, he could not attack Runan with all his strength or deal with Lu Bu, and the probability of failure in the crusade was greatly increased.

If it is in Xuchang, although it is difficult for Runan to get it back for the time being, it can remain undefeated in this battle. Moreover, Cao Cao's subordinates are not all rich and hungry. Difficult, at least not as easy as myself.

The two sides will be in a short-term stalemate. As for Runan, Chu Nan judged that Cao Cao might send someone to deal with him. As for who to send, Chu Nan can't guess. There are many things, the only thing that is certain is that the people who come next time will be more powerful, and at the same time they will not despise Chu Nan like Xiahou Dun.

In fact, Cao Cao's analysis was similar to that of Chu Nan. After learning that Runan was breached by Chu Nan, although he lost his temper, he also realized that Chu Nan is no longer the little man he looked down upon in the past. It is a key person who can affect the entire battle situation.

It must be treated with caution.

On the second day after Luzhao came back, Cao Cao summoned his advisers to discuss countermeasures.

"Nowadays most of the generals in the army are defending against the enemy outside. If they send someone again at this time, will they be killed by Lu Bu directly, regardless of whether they are Chu Nan's opponent?" Cheng Yu analyzed the current situation for Cao Cao.

Now Xuchang City is not afraid of Lu Bu, not only Cao Cao, who can command 100,000 people skillfully, is there, but also the four advisors Guo Jia, Xun Yu, Xun You, and Cheng Yu. The power that can be exerted by each is enough for Lu Bu to drink a pot, let alone four people?
In addition, there is a legalist in Xuchang who speaks for Man Chong. In Xuchang, as long as it is against the law of the country, he can use the power of the country to destroy it.

Regardless of the reason why Lu Bu came to Xuchang, as long as he dared to enter the city, the first thing he would meet was Man Chong, who could mobilize the power of the country's fortune at any time.

In addition, there is also Hu Zhao, a great scholar in Xuchang. Although he is not a member of the imperial court, if Lu Bu invades Xuchang, I am afraid he will not sit idly by.

There are also many famous Confucian scholars like Kong Rong, so Cao Cao is not afraid that Lu Bu will rush into the city at this time, and he has not even closed the city gate these days.

But in the city, I am not afraid, but there is a problem with the generals sent abroad. Lu Bu is right in front of him, elusive, how many generals under Cao Cao can compete with him?
Not to mention that now Cao Cao's generals like Cao Ren, Xia Houyuan, Cao Hong, Yu Jin, and Le Jin are all sent to fight. In fact, Cao Cao is now more worried about whether Lu Bu will suddenly kill his carbine and defeat his own generals one by one?

Although these armies are fully equipped, not only have generals, but also warlocks, Confucian scholars, and counselors, but facing someone like Lu Bu, if you find the right opportunity, you really may not have time to prepare.

Nowadays, there are naturally generals in the city, such as Zhao Rong, Wang Zhong, Liu Ruo, Deng Zhan, Ding Fei, Lu Zhao, Yin Shu, etc. Cao Cao has no shortage of well-known generals with certain abilities, but these generals What is the difference between sending out now and delivering food?Maybe he was picked up by Lu Bu before he got there. Even if he got to Runan by chance, he couldn't even beat Xiahou Dun. With these people, can he win Chu Nan?
In the past, in Cao Cao's mind, Chu Nan was really at this level, even worse than this level, but now, Cao Cao felt that he had to take it easy.

"It's not that no one is available, it just depends on whether the lord is willing to let him lead the army." Guo Jia said suddenly.

"Oh?" Cao Cao looked at Guo Jia and said with a smile, "Who recommends Feng Xiao?"

"Didn't my lord forget the three Liu Xuande? With the abilities of the three of them, if they assist the two counselors and warlocks, even Lu Bu can't help it!" Guo Jia laughed.

The combination of the three brothers is enough to resist Lu Bu, and now Lu Bu has no helpers around him, if he is alone, if he is paired with one or two counselors, then even if Lu Bu cannot be dealt with, Lu Bu can't help the three of them.

"The three Xuande brothers are strong enough to rival Lu Bu, but if the three of them leave, they may not be willing to return!" Cao Cao hesitated.

The only problem is... the three brothers may run away. In fact, Liu Bei has repeatedly expressed his desire to let go. He doesn't want to stay in the court and stay with Cao Cao, even though Cao Cao treats his three brothers very well. , but the three of them obviously didn't have this ambition, which is why Cao Cao has been unwilling to send the three of them into battle.

"My lord, please be blunt." Xun Yu sighed, clasped his fists at Cao Cao, and said, "Now is the time of life and death, and sending Liu Bei is the best solution right now. I will definitely help the lord to resolve this matter before leaving, the lord must not hesitate at this time."

Now for Cao Cao, sending Liu Bei is actually the best choice, because the three Liu Bei brothers really have the ability to break the game, and staying in Xuchang is nothing more than because the three brothers may want to run away, but keeping the three brothers will not be able to exert their strength at all. come out.

At this time, Lv Bu had already reached the gate of his house, and Runan fell. For Cao Cao, this crisis was no less than the one when Lv Bu took the back road.

"Forget it." After hesitating for a moment, Cao Cao finally nodded and decided to use Liu Bei. Looking at the crowd, he said, "But I don't know who to help them?"

"This trip to Runan, since we want to deal with Chu Nan, we need to have enough prestige in Runan to mobilize forces from all over the country, and the help of big clans from all over the country can solve this matter. Ordinary counselors may not be suitable even if they have outstanding abilities." Cheng Yu looked at him. Cao Cao.

To put it simply, those who accompany Liu Bei and the others to Runan must not only be capable, but also have enough reputation. Regardless of the abundance of talents around Cao Cao, like Xun Yu and the others, although their abilities are outstanding, their reputation is not enough to make the place Hao Qiang is convinced, this thing... can't be obtained in a short while.

This……

Cao Cao frowned and thought about it. If it is famous, this kind of person is what Xuchang lacks most. Regardless of other factors, it is good for Kong Rong to be released, and his reputation is big enough.

But going to Runan this time is not to give lectures, but to repel or even kill Chu Nan. He may be harassed by Lu Bu on the way. The people sent here must have a reputation that can convince the Runan gentry and have enough ability just work.

There are many capable people in the court, but there are very few famous and talented people.

Suddenly, Cao Cao was stunned for a moment. Seeing that the four of them were looking at him, he hesitated and said, "Yuan Chang?"

"Besides him, there seems to be no one else." Everyone nodded.

"Alright, Wen Ruo will invite Yuan Chang for me. As for Xuande and the others, I will invite them alone!" Cao Cao understood and said to Xun Yu.

"Don't worry, my lord, I'll leave this matter to you!" Xun Yu nodded silently, accepting the matter.

Now that the plan was made, Cao Cao ordered people to recruit the three brothers Liu Bei, Cheng Yu stayed to accompany him, Xun Yu went to invite Zhong Yao, and Guo Jia took Xun You to the brothel.

Soon, Liu Bei was invited to the mansion.

"Xuande, I must have heard about Runan." Cao Cao looked at Liu Bei and sighed.

"I've heard about it." Liu Bei nodded calmly, but felt a little emotional in his heart. It didn't seem long since he met Chu Nan last time, only a year passed. I don't want to think that he was a young merchant, but now he has done such a thing. Wait for something amazing.

Looking at Cao Cao, Liu Bei's heart moved, and he probably guessed why Cao Cao invited him over. It was probably related to this matter, but it was difficult for him to speak, so Cao Cao had to do it.

"The battle situation may be worse than what Xuande knew. Yuan Rang and Cai Yang both died in the battle of Runan. Then Chu Nan had two fierce generals, who were quite powerful. Now the generals of the court and the central government are all fighting outside. Outside Xuchang City, there are Lu Bu abused the gentry, and the rest of the generals in the court may be opponents..."

Looking at Liu Bei's expression that I don't understand what you are talking about, Cao Cao sighed again: "So this time, Cao wants to invite Xuande to be the prefect of Runan, and also lead the general of Zhengnan, and command the troops to go to Runan Ping Rebellion, I don't know what Xuande thinks?"

"It is imperative for the imperial court to clear up the traitors." Liu Bei accepted the appointment flatly. If Runan prefect and general Zhengnan can take down Runan, he will have a good foundation. He has no reason do not answer.

"If Xuande can make a move, Gu will be relieved. Those soldiers and horses are already prepared. In addition, Yuanchang will go with Xuande. When we arrive in Runan, it will be easier to win people's hearts with Yuanchang's fame." Cao Cao saw Liu Bei Responding, with a relieved expression on his face.

"Mr. Yuan Chang is going too?" Liu Bei asked in surprise.

"Well, in the land of Runan, there are many gentry families. If there are no famous people like Yuan Chang to go there, it may be difficult to accomplish anything." Cao Cao nodded and said, "Is there any doubt about Xuande?"

"No, if there is nothing important, Bei will go to prepare troops and prepare for the expedition." Liu Bei shook his head, which was more than he expected.

"Xuande, remember to be careful. There is a general who is good at shooting in Chu Nan's camp. Yuan Rang was defeated by this person. The other person has outstanding ability to command the army. The soldiers of Jianghuai can compete with my army of hundreds of battles. It's absolutely extraordinary, don't be careless!" Cao Cao urged.

Liu Bei nodded and bowed to Cao Cao, "Thank you, Sikong."

At that moment, he bid farewell to Cao Cao and went straight back to his residence in Xuchang. He wanted to tell the news to his second and third brothers...

(End of this chapter)