I seek economic hegemony in the Three Kingdoms

Chapter 151 The leaders and factions of the Wei Dynasty

The Wei army and the Han army in the middle fought fiercely, while the Wei army on both sides climbed to the top of the city in just one stick of incense.

They quickly approached the steps of the city tower, intending to enter the city after descending the steps.

When they arrived at the steps, they were greeted by a violent storm of arrows from the Han army.

The Wei army who appeared at the top of the steps was instantly overwhelmed by the terrifying rain of arrows.

The sharp arrows hit the armor with a loud sound, hitting the face and eyes, causing blood and flesh to blur, and the eyeballs to explode.

The Wei troops fell down in rows and rolled down the steps like wheat harvested in autumn.

Wei Jun, who was not completely dead, let out a shrill cry.

Below, the Han army's military formations were as tight as a forest of steel.

The Wei army behind did not retreat, but continued to attack.

The Han army continued to fight back with powerful crossbows.

The impact will be as great as it comes!
Bodies were piled up on the steps.

But the Wei army who climbed up to the top of the city were overwhelmed by the joy brought by this illusory victory. They couldn't think at all on the battlefield and just rushed forward.

After more Wei troops rolled down, the Han army ran out of arrows.

The Wei army behind held a shield and roared: "Kill the Shu dog!"

Suddenly, a large number of Wei troops came down, and at the entrance of the stairs, the two sides met in close combat.

As soon as the first few Wei soldiers came up, their helmets were dented by axes, and they fell to the ground twitching.

Others were fighting together quickly, and the sound of weapons clashing could be heard for a while.

This close-range fighting lasted for about half an hour. After the corpses of the Wei army were piled up below, the Wei army behind them finally did not dare to come over again.

Even after the follow-up troops climbed up and saw the scene below, they did not dare to go down rashly.

Some of them chose to approach the city gate.

The war there was even more brutal. The Wei army was the siege party. Even with the ladders and chariots, they were still at a disadvantage. They were killed layer after layer under the city.

The ground at the top of the city was stained red with blood, and the ladders were also stained with blood.

Of course, the Han army also suffered heavy losses.

When the fighting between the two sides became fierce, some Han soldiers even jumped from the city top with Wei soldiers in their arms.

Seeing people rolling down the city one after another, Cao Shuang's face turned pale, with cold sweat pouring down his forehead.

"Your Majesty! Hurry up and withdraw your troops!" Cao Xi said painfully, "If we continue to suffer losses like this, our morale will be greatly damaged!"

Cao Shuang was unwilling to give in. He felt that the number of Han troops in the city was not large, and a considerable part of the Han troops had been consumed. If he retreated like this, wouldn't all the previous efforts be wasted?

"Brother!" Cao Xi shouted loudly, "Be careful! Many ministers in the court are opposed to this move south! If we lose troops and generals, I'm afraid..."

Cao Shuang's heart trembled and he suddenly came back to his senses.

This time going south was actually Cao Rui's intention.

But Cao Rui did not give clear instructions, but let Cao Shuang act according to the situation.

Because at this stage, a group of courtiers in Luoyang are clearly opposed to launching another large-scale war.

First, last year's war was not going well and the Western Front needed to recuperate. Second, Shu paper was now clearly being sold in large quantities in Luoyang. Many ministers were afraid of Yizhou's wrath and stopped supplying paper.

But Cao Shuang's political pursuit was to quickly achieve meritorious service and increase his prestige.

Cao Rui really took a fancy to this and hinted him to send troops.

There is no problem in sending troops. As long as the battle is won, the gentlemen in Luoyang City dare not say anything.

But if you lose, or don't win, it will be completely different.Cao Shuang asked unwillingly: "If we withdraw our troops now, how can we win this battle?"

"Besiege the Shu army, and you will win if you shorten the supply of food and grass!"

Cao Shuang then said: "Ming Jin retreats his troops!"

Not long after, the Wei troops on the front line received the news of withdrawing their troops and began to retreat like a tide.

At the end of April, Luoyang, the Imperial Palace.

"Your Majesty, Marquis Shaoling hastily sent troops without asking for instructions. This is a serious danger!" Cui Lin, the great Sinong, was the first to jump out.

"Your Majesty, I believe that there should be no more war on the Western Front, at least for three years!" Gao Tanglong also stood up, "If we start the war rashly, we will win a disastrous victory. If we lose, Sun Wu will definitely raise troops to go north! "

"Your Majesty, Marquis Shaoling has made his own decision, and I would like to ask your Majesty to remove Marquis Shaoling from the post of governor of Liangzhou!" Even Zhou Pei, the minister of Shaofu, also stood up.

"The fight hasn't started yet, why are you so eager?" Cao Rui laughed, "Besides, the Shu thieves also suffered heavy losses last year, so they may not be able to stop our attack."

"Your Majesty, it is really not appropriate to start a war now!"

Cao Rui suddenly stood up and glared down, but the ministers seemed to be ready to make a move. He at least swallowed his breath and said: "Now that we have sent troops, what do you think we should do?"

"Quickly order Shaolinghou to withdraw his troops and return to Liangzhou!"

Cao Rui said: "What if we don't withdraw?"

"The military power is in the hands of the emperor. If the emperor is not willing to withdraw, then naturally he does not have to withdraw." Cui Lin said, "But such consequences will probably cause dissatisfaction among most people. I am stupid. I beg your majesty to put the overall situation first!"

Cao Rui narrowed his eyes. He looked at the people who stood up and those who wanted to stand up. He knew very well that some of these people really put the country first.

However, some people have benefited from Shu paper and are unwilling to push the situation out of control.

Cao Rui suddenly realized that Shu paper was not just a commodity, it had even begun to penetrate into the Wei court and have an influence on these ministers.

Cao Rui's face remained normal, but his heart was full of anger.

"If your Majesty really wants to start another war with the Shu Army on the Western Front, you can first consolidate your alliance with Sun Quan before taking action." At this time, Liu Fang, who had always been in charge of trouble, stood up.

He could see that Cao Rui was a little embarrassed by the current situation.

But there are obviously more than one or two people who oppose the fight. If Cao Rui is not given a step down at this time, it will be difficult for everyone.

Sun Zi also stood up and said: "Yes, Your Majesty, if we want to fight, we are not in a hurry. Once the relationship with Sun Quan has been strengthened, we can go to the Western Front."

"Besides, we have implemented Qi Wan and Lu Jin's strategy, so why rush to fight Zhuge Liang head-on?"

Cao Rui nodded and said, "Let Marquis Shaoling withdraw his troops."

One evening on April 29, Zhao Xiang walked in in a hurry.

"Lang Jun, there's a fight between Tianshui!"

"Oh?" Li Heng asked doubtfully.

"Cao Shuang sent troops south, and tens of thousands of troops besieged Ji County!" Zhao Xiang said, "My father sent me an urgent letter."

Li Heng opened it and looked at it. After reading it, he just smiled: "The governor of Wei has already entered the defense. How can the Wei army break the city?"

"It's hard to say. The Wei army has more elites this time than last year. It has an absolute advantage in strength."

"It doesn't exist, unless it's on the plains, unless Cao Wei sends out tiger and leopard cavalry, there's no way he can defeat Wei Yan." Li Heng said calmly, "And not many people in Luoyang are willing to go to war with us now!"

"But Guo Huai has always been a determined fighter."

"Guo Huai also needs to listen to Luoyang. I estimate that this time, if you move a few times on a small scale, it won't hurt. Next is our performance." Li Heng stared at Zhao Xiang with bright eyes, "Let your father Speed ​​up the sale of salt to Liangzhou, preferably to the Qiang Di. I want the Qiang Di to rebel, I want to make Cao Shuang really happy!"

"But some Qiang Di may not..."

"That's not enough profit. If your father really gives them the new salt, they will be very happy!"

(End of this chapter)