Three Kingdoms: I, the eldest son of Cao, a loving father of a great man!

Chapter 935: Complete Preparation

The most important thing is that Cao Ang has made full preparations and is definitely able to destroy Yuan Shu.

But this news cannot be leaked, otherwise Yuan Shu will be alert, which would be fatal to Cao Ang.

Cao Ang looked around and said, "My dear ministers, today I want to discuss with you the strategy of conquering Yanzhou.

I think Yanzhou must be recovered as soon as possible. I plan to lead a large army north to attack Yanzhou. Do you have any opinions? "

"My lord is wise! If you can successfully recapture Yanzhou, then Jizhou will fall without a fight.

I am willing to follow you, my lord." Ju Su was the first to speak.

"My lord, I am willing to follow you." The others also responded, and were willing to follow Cao Ang.

"Okay! Since everyone says so, then tomorrow morning I will order the army to march north to attack Yanzhou.

Everyone, go back and prepare. " Cao Ang said with a smile.

"I'm leaving now!" Everyone left respectfully.

Jia Xu, who was beside Cao Ang, said, "My lord, I think you should take the initiative.

Yuan Shao has just won a victory, so he must be very proud. If we send troops at this time, we will surely win a great victory and weaken the morale of Yuan Shao’s army.”

"Gongda is right, that's exactly what I meant! But Yanzhou is Yuan Shu's stronghold, and it may not be so easy to conquer it." Cao Ang said worriedly.

"My lord, Yanzhou has convenient transportation. We only need to set up important towns in Yanzhou to block Yuan Shao's army and then divide Yanzhou.

As long as we can defend the city, we can destroy Yuan Shu's army sooner or later.

But there are many counties and kingdoms in Yanzhou, who do you plan to send to lead the troops?" Jia Xu asked.

“Yuan Shu’s army is huge, and if we go deep into the enemy territory alone, we will probably suffer heavy losses.

After much deliberation, I decided that it would be better to send Huang Zhong.

Huang Zhong is extremely brave, with him in charge, Yanzhou will definitely fall into our hands." Cao Ang said with a smile.

Jia Xu said solemnly: "My lord, General Huang Zhong has been on the battlefield for a long time, but the battles in Yanzhou are different from those in other places.

This cannot be solved by tricks. I think we should bring more troops with us.”

Cao Ang waved his hand and said, "Gong Yu, you are right. But Huang Zhong is the most powerful general under my command. It is not suitable for him to go alone. I can find someone else to go."

Jia Xu knew Huang Zhong’s martial arts, but he didn’t know much about the strength of others.

Jia Xu didn't know martial arts, so he didn't say anything.

The next day, Cao Ang convened a morning court and announced the decision to march north to Yanzhou.

All the civil and military officials immediately made their suggestions.

Cao Ang simply scolded them away.

"I have made up my mind. Anyone who dares to object will be killed without mercy!" Cao Ang said coldly.

All the civil and military officials were silent. Only now did they realize that Cao Ang's temper had really changed a lot.

"Since it's meaningless, just step back." Cao Ang said calmly.

All the civil and military officials bowed and left, leaving Xun Chen behind.

Xun Chen bowed and said, "My lord, I think you should not rush for success."

"Oh? Do you have a better idea?" Cao Ang said in surprise.

"Yes, my lord. Yuan Shao occupies Jizhou, Youzhou and other places, and is very powerful.

It is too risky for you to rashly go south to attack Yanzhou. I suggest you send envoys to various states to lobby.

Perhaps the risk can be reduced." Xun Chen put forward his own opinion. After listening to Xun Chen's suggestion, Cao Ang sighed and said: "Gongtai's wisdom is admirable.

Then I will follow Gongtai's plan. Which famous scholar do you think would be the most suitable to be sent?"

Xun Chen thought for a moment and said, "My lord, I think it would be more appropriate to send two old ministers, Zhang Zhao and Cheng Yu.

Zhang Zhao and Cheng Yu are both known as good ministers and have served in government offices. If they go to various states to lobby, the effect will be better."

"Well, these two old guys are quite suitable." Cao Ang also agreed with Xun Chen's opinion.

"Send a message to Zhang Zhao and Cheng Yu, two old fellows, and order them to leave immediately and rush to the states."

"Yes, sir!" Xun Chen bowed and stepped back.

After Cao Ang finished giving his orders, the entire hall fell into silence.

"Gongda, why do I feel like a tyrant now?" Cao Ang murmured.

Guo Jia walked up to Cao Ang and said with a smile: "My Lord, you just realized it now. I thought you were a tyrant!"

Cao Ang glared at Guo Jia and said, "Feng Xiao, what I hate most in my life is being called a tyrant."

“I am only speaking the truth.

My lord, think about it, since you ascended the throne.

Except for the first few victories, we were ambushed every time by the enemy, and then ambushed several times by the enemy again.

"Fengxiao, you are right. My current situation is indeed a bit bad. But now is not the time to give up. After all, I am the emperor of the Han Dynasty. How can I surrender to the enemy?" Cao Ang said.

"That's true. No matter what, we have finally taken Jizhou, and you, my lord, will be able to restore the prosperity of the Han Dynasty." Guo Jia comforted.

"I hope so." Cao Ang said with a smile.

Guo Jia said, "My lord, I suggest that we bring Cao Cao aboard to fight against Yuan Shao together."

Cao Ang shook his head and refused, "Cao Mengde is extremely ambitious and will not help me. Besides, Cao Cao is narrow-minded. If he gains power, he will be a great threat to me."

"My Lord, although Cao Cao is narrow-minded, it doesn't mean he is not smart. If we form an alliance with Cao Cao, Cao Cao will definitely be able to see the power involved.

He would definitely not refuse. As for Yuan Shao, it would be even easier to deal with him.

Yuan Shao likes to weigh the pros and cons. As long as we give him enough benefits, he will definitely cooperate with us." Guo Jia insisted.

"Okay, then I'll try it." Cao Ang agreed to Guo Jia's request.

The relationship between Cao Ang and Yuan Shao was very awkward. Yuan Shao and Cao Ang fought for several years, but Yuan Shao was defeated by Cao Ang and almost lost his life.

The person Yuan Shao hated the most now was Cao Ang. If Yuan Shao knew that Cao Ang needed his help now, he would be extremely excited.

Cao Ang now urgently needs to strengthen his strength, and Yanzhou, as a piece of fat meat, is Cao Ang's first choice.

Cao Cao was the one Cao Ang tried to win over. Cao Cao and Cao Ang had a very good relationship, and they had been through a lot together, so they could be considered friends.

Cao Ang was very clear about Cao Cao's current situation. With Liu Bei dead, Cao Cao was now alone.

Moreover, Yuan Shao treated Cao Cao very rudely and did not regard him as a brother at all.

Therefore, Cao Cao's situation is very dangerous, and Cao Ang now needs Cao Cao's help to overcome the difficulties.

The cooperation between Cao Cao and Cao Ang was not only political, but also business.

In the original history, Yuan Shao reached some kind of agreement with Cao Cao.

Cao Cao took the opportunity to annex Qingzhou. Under the current circumstances, Cao Cao will continue to cooperate with Yuan Shao.

Cao Ang and Cao Cao had a mutually beneficial relationship.

(End of this chapter)