Choose Liu Bei at the start, I am the only one who knows the plot of the Three Kingdoms.

In Cao Cao's view, Gu Rubing only had 100,000 troops. As long as Jiang Wei sent troops to block Gu Rubing's retreat, he would send troops to the front.

With attacks from both sides, we can definitely take down Gu Rubing.

However, when Cao Cao's messenger approached Guangrou, he found that the entire area was completely surrounded.

He couldn't get in at all.

Just as the envoy was in a dilemma, Deng Ai appeared behind him with some men.

It turned out that Deng Ai had already received the news when the envoy set off and had laid an ambush here in advance.

Deng Ai captured the man and found Cao Cao's letter in his bosom.

After reading the contents, Deng Ai surprisingly put the letter back into the messenger's arms.

“I can let you in, but once you’re inside, you should know what to say and what not to say.”

The envoy nodded hurriedly; he had never imagined that he would have a chance to live.

Upon seeing the envoy enter the city, Deng Ai smiled slightly.

"Notify everyone to be ready."

Upon meeting the envoy, Jiang Wei immediately became suspicious of his identity.

Because the outside was completely surrounded, he hadn't heard any news from the outside world for almost ten days.

However, upon seeing the letter in the messenger's arms, he dispelled his doubts. After all, the letter in the messenger's hands was indeed Cao Cao's own handwriting. As for the messenger's statement that no one had stopped him, Jiang Wei still had some doubts.

With Cao Cao's order, Jiang Wei could no longer stay in the city. He immediately ordered Cao Ren to lead 100,000 troops out of the city to reinforce Chengdu and ambush Gu Rubing.

Jiang Wei originally thought that escorting Cao Ren and his men out of the city would be a tough battle.

Unexpectedly, Deng Ai seemed to know he was planning something, and actually opened a gap, letting them out.

Jiang Wei felt he had been tricked and immediately ordered Cao Ren to return, and also took the initiative to seal the city gates.

Cao Ren and the others looked at Jiang Wei with some confusion.

"Commander, what do you mean by this?"

"Yes, Liu Bei has already led his men to Chengdu. What if something unexpected happens in Chengdu?"

Questions arose from all around.

But Jiang Wei kept shaking his head.

From the moment the messengers entered the city until they left, everything went too smoothly, which made him suspicious.

At first, only some of the lieutenant generals had some questions.

But later, even the Xiahou brothers and Cao Ren had some complaints.

In the end, Cao Ren couldn't help but seek out Jiang Wei.

"Boyue, although our lord said that you are in charge of matters at the front, he has now ordered you to send troops. Why haven't you sent them yet?"

"Don't move, or you'll fall into Liu Bei's trap."

"You keep saying you've fallen into a trap, but tell me, what exactly is Liu Bei's plan?"

"This……"

Jiang Wei opened his mouth, but couldn't say anything for a long time. Although he still hadn't seen Gu Rubing's plan, he knew that as long as he didn't leave the city, Gu Rubing's plan would not succeed.

"You see, you can't even say whether you're worried about Liu Bei's plan or whether you've already become one of Liu Bei's men and want to cooperate with him to take Chengdu."

"you……"

Jiang Wei pointed at Cao Ren, but didn't say anything for a long time, though he was so angry that his face turned red.

Cao Cao originally thought that with Jiang Wei's cooperation, he would have no problem taking down these 100,000 men.

But Cao Cao soon discovered that Jiang Wei had no intention of sending troops at all.

If Jiang Wei doesn't send troops, even if he sends 100,000 troops, it won't cause much damage to Gu Rubing.

Moreover, Cao Cao currently has no generals besides three legendary warriors who can lead troops into battle; all his generals are stuck at the front lines.

Cao Cao already had a bad feeling and began to suspect that Jiang Wei might be disloyal.

As Gu Rubing drew ever closer, Cao Cao was forced to abandon his offensive plans and was forced into a passive defensive posture.

However, just as Cao Cao was preparing to defend to the death...

Penglai Pavilion!
Zuo Ci and Yu Ji were still playing chess.

Upon seeing the man in black return, the two simultaneously put down their chess pieces.

"What happened to you? Didn't I tell you to warn Liu Bei and Zhuge Liang? Why are you in such a sorry state, and why is your breathing so unsteady? Were you ambushed by someone?"

Upon hearing this, the man in black smiled helplessly and recounted everything that had happened with Gu Rubing.

"Was it bombed?"

Upon hearing this, the two men's expressions immediately changed.

Then both of them closed their eyes, their fingers moving rapidly.

Not long after, the two of them suddenly opened their eyes.

They exclaimed in unison, "A new variable has arrived!"

The man in black clearly didn't understand what the two meant and looked at them curiously.

"We can't wait any longer. The fate of the Han Dynasty rests on his shoulders. If he becomes a variable, things will become uncontrollable. This person's existence can already threaten our Penglai."

"We must replace him."

The two then led the man in black into the cave.

Cao Cao stood before the map, deep in thought for a long time, while Xun Yu and Xun You beside him also looked rather grim.

They were somewhat confused about what Gu Rubing was trying to do: use 100,000 men to attack 200,000 men? And in Chengdu, the place with the tallest city wall in the entire Yizhou?
Or does Gu Rubing have other plans?

Thinking of this, Cao Cao looked completely bewildered.

"My lord, I suggest we stick to defense. We have troops and supplies. Although we lack capable generals, we still have Dian Wei, Xu Chu, and the young master. They can lead the troops for the time being."

“That’s right, my lord. Liu Bei only has Zhang Liao. On such a vast battlefield, one general can’t change anything.”

Cao Cao nodded after listening to their conversation.

This is the best solution, but what Cao Cao finds most suspicious is Jiang Wei!

Cao Cao had already dispelled all his doubts about Jiang Wei and entrusted him with 300,000 troops at the front. However, Jiang Wei was now completely disobeying his orders and allowing Gu Rubing to lead troops to attack him.

Has Jiang Wei already defected to Liu Bei?
This question had been on Cao Cao's mind many times.

Just then, a voice suddenly appeared outside the room.

"King Wei, are you worried about Liu Bei?"

Upon hearing this unfamiliar voice, Dian Wei, Xu Chu, and Cao Zhang in the room all changed their expressions simultaneously.

It wasn't because of the other party's strength, but because they didn't even notice when the other party came to the outside of the room.

You should know that even Guan Yu could never do this.

"who?"

Dian Wei and Xu Chu rushed out of the room, while Cao Zhang stood in front of Cao Cao to protect him.

The door opens.

Cao Cao saw a man in black standing outside the room, holding a long, black spear.

Surrounding this man were many of his own soldiers, but they were all lying on the ground, their fates unknown.

"Who are you?"

Dian Wei could sense the other party's power and looked at him with some wariness. "I come from Penglai."

Upon hearing this, Cao Cao immediately realized what was happening.

The fact that people from Penglai had appeared before Gu Rubing several times had already been discovered by the others.

They were all curious about this Penglai, but also a little worried that Penglai might come looking for them.

After all, even Gu Rubing, with his strength, was no match for the other side, so these legendary generals under their command were even less of a match.

Dian Wei also knew that this person had fought against Guan Yu. Dian Wei had always aimed to surpass Guan Yu. Now that someone who was no match for Guan Yu had appeared before him, Dian Wei naturally wanted to give it a try.

“Evil come.”

As soon as the voice fell, Dian Wei allowed E Lai to possess him, then swung his twin halberds and charged towards the man in black.

However, after only one exchange, Dian Wei was sent flying.

This time, the man in black clearly didn't hold back.

After being knocked away, Dian Wei immediately lost consciousness.

Making a legendary general faint is something that is beyond human capability.

The man in black slowly walked towards Cao Cao.

Xu Chu kept retreating until he finally stood in front of Cao Cao.

Xu Chu knew in his heart that he was no match for Dian Wei, but now that Dian Wei had been knocked unconscious in one move, if he were to become like Dian Wei, then no one could guarantee Cao Cao's safety.

"Stop! Don't go any further!"

Although Xu Chu was somewhat afraid, he gritted his teeth and stepped forward for Cao Cao's sake.

"Huh, just you?"

The man in black sneered, brandishing his spear, ready to attack Xu Chu.

"Wait a moment."

Cao Cao immediately shouted.

Upon hearing this, the man in black stopped what he was doing.

"May I ask who you are and why you are attacking me? Did Liu Bei send you to deal with me?"

"Liu Bei? He doesn't have that ability yet."

After finishing speaking, the man in black sat down on a chair to the side.

After taking a sip of tea, he looked at Cao Cao.

“King Wei, I know you are worried about Liu Bei, so I came. My superiors said that Liu Bei is a variable for Penglai, so Liu Bei must be suppressed.”

"What do you mean? You mean you can help me deal with Liu Bei?"

"Of course, he only has 100,000 troops, while you have 200,000. So I'm curious, what are you afraid of?"

Cao Cao blushed at the words.

"Alright, you don't need to say anything more. I know a bit about your situation. How about this, give me 100,000 troops, and I'll help you win this great battle. Consider it a small gift from Penglai to you."

"Really?"

"Of course, otherwise do you think we from Penglai would lie to you?"

The man in black looked at Cao Cao with a gloomy expression.

Cao Cao could sense the murderous aura emanating from this man, and his expression immediately changed.

"No, no, you decide. I'll give you 100,000 troops right now."

The man in black nodded.

Soon all the troops were ready, and the man in black patted Cao Cao on the shoulder.

"I have something to discuss with you when I get back."

After saying that, the man in black led his army away.

Cao Cao frowned as he watched the man in black walk away.

At this moment, Dian Wei also regained consciousness.

"My lord, I am incompetent and no match for him."

Upon hearing Dian Wei's words, Cao Cao shook his head with a helpless smile.

"My lord, if this person can really help us, that would be a great thing for us."

Xun Yu, standing to the side, wore the opposite expression of Cao Cao, with a broad smile on his face.

“How could it be so easy? He used to be with Liu Bei. Now that he has left Liu Bei, the two must have fallen out over something. Now I am just Liu Bei’s substitute. I don’t know if I can handle what Penglai wants. If I can’t, then Penglai’s next enemy will probably be us.”

Upon hearing this, everyone's expression immediately changed.

They weren't sure if Liu Bei could stop Penglai, but they knew for sure that they couldn't.

"My lord, if we make enemies of Penglai, we will surely lose."

These words came from Dian Wei's mouth, which is enough to show just how strong the opponent was.

Gu Rubing stood on a mountain, looking at Chengdu not far ahead, and then looked at the intelligence in his hand.

"Jiang Wei indeed did not make a move."

"Does my lord know that Jiang Wei definitely won't make a move?"

"I suppose so. But whether Jiang Wei makes a move or not, I have a way to deal with it. However, I am more satisfied if Jiang Wei doesn't make a move. Then we'll have a good show to watch."

As they were talking, a scout ran up to Gu Rubing.

"My lord, we have spotted enemy tracks twenty miles ahead. They are likely Cao Cao's troops, numbering 100,000, but we do not recognize the leader."

"do not know?"

Gu Rubing looked at the scout with curiosity.

He recognized the man in front of him as the scout captain, who had participated in many major battles with the army. He should know all the generals in Cao Cao's camp, so how could there be someone he didn't recognize?

Has Cao Cao found another famous general?

Gu Rubing frowned immediately.

But since they've already come to us, there's no point in saying anything now.

They immediately began preparations to fight.

Since their own people were able to discover Cao Cao, it meant that Cao Cao's people must have also discovered them. Now that the two armies had clashed, it was only natural that they would have to fight a real battle.

Soon, the two sides collided.

When Gu Rubing saw who the other person was, he couldn't help but gasp.

"How could it be you? Does your Penglai also want to interfere in the affairs of us feudal lords?"

Upon hearing this, the man in black smiled.

“King Lie, you don’t need to label me. I was the one who made the move. I’m just one of the apprentices. To be honest, I’m just an ordinary person, not an immortal. So it’s normal for me to participate in your war. As long as my master doesn’t participate, it doesn’t count as interference.”

After the man in black finished speaking, he glanced at Guan Yu and Zhao Yun beside Gu Rubing and couldn't help but tease, "This time, the King of Lie doesn't have those six legendary generals by his side? Two people might not be enough."

"If you dare to touch my older brother, I'm willing to fight you to the death."

"That's right, if you dare to harm my lord, I, Zhao Yun, will risk my life to severely injure you!"

Hearing the two men's conversation, the man in black paid no attention and instead looked at Gu Rubing beside him.

"Liu Bei, abandon what you're currently researching. It's something that could change the course of history. As long as you give it up, Penglai will still stand by your side." (End of Chapter)