Super Cultivation System of the Three Kingdoms

Chapter 777 Cao Cao Enters the City
It was the end of the You hour. At this time of year, night had already fallen and only a little afterglow of the setting sun remained in the sky, making the clouds in the west look as if they were burned red by a fire.

Outside the east gate of Chenliu, a square formation of 25,000 Han troops fought and retreated, and after suffering considerable losses, they finally retreated outside the city gate.

"Open the city gate...Open the city gate quickly..."

Several blood-soaked generals kept hitting the iron gate with their weapons, making a loud noise.

However, no matter how loudly they shouted, the gate did not move at all, and there was no sign of opening.

"Why... why is this..."

"Could it be that General Gao is going to give up on me and wait for him?"

Many soldiers began to despair.

However, others immediately refuted: "It's impossible. General Gao has never abandoned his own soldiers. Something must have happened in the city."

"What could possibly happen in the city? The four gates are closed, and Cao's army has no chance of getting in. Cao's army at the west gate is surrounded, and I'm afraid they have been killed or wounded by now. What else could happen? Why don't you open the city gates for us?"

"No matter what, I don't believe that General Gao will abandon us outside the city."

"Alas, I don't want to believe it, but... Alas..."

Just as they were arguing, they suddenly heard a voice that made their teeth ache, and everyone immediately became excited.

"The city gate is open! It's General Gao who opened the city gate to save us!"

"I'll tell you, General Gao will never sit idly by."

"Yes, yes, we just spoke nonsense. We will definitely apologize to the general later."

The soldiers' morale was boosted again, and they continued to kill Cao's troops who were surrounding them from three sides, appearing more brave than before.

Just as they were looking towards the city gate with joy, the scene before them made them feel like they were falling into an icy cave.

I saw a man leading a group of soldiers waiting behind the city gate, and next to him, on a stretcher, there was a corpse lying.

"General Gao!"

"How...how is it possible..."

Several generals outside the city rushed forward recklessly, but Xiahou Yuan easily defeated them.

Xiahou Yuan took a few steps forward and shouted loudly to Cao Cao outside the city: "I, General Xiahou Yuan, have fulfilled my mission and killed Gao Shun. I respectfully welcome you into the city!"

After he said this, the Han soldiers who were about to enter the city either felt like they were falling into an icy cave or went crazy.

"It's over... General Gao is dead... The sky is falling..."

"Ah... you bastard, I want to avenge the general!"

Groups of soldiers rushed towards Xiahou Yuan frantically, but they were no match for him and were quickly suppressed by Xiahou Yuan and the thousands of soldiers behind him.

Cao Cao watched this scene from afar and listened to Xiahou Yuan's calls. He was very happy and hurriedly rode to the city gate with Guo Jia.

"Miaocai is indeed both intelligent and courageous. He deserves the most credit for this success."

Xiahou Yuan said modestly: "It is all thanks to the Lord's good command and the support outside the city, which led Gao Shun's army away. Otherwise, I would have been wiped out long ago."

The two men dismounted from their horses, and Cao Cao grabbed his hand and said, "I have found a great talent. From now on, we will walk across the Central Plains like a tiger, and we will never be afraid of anything again."

Xiahou Yuan was extremely proud to receive such an evaluation.

"Please come into the city and take charge of the center. I will attack all directions and then the entire territory of Chenliu County to report to you."

Cao Cao was extremely pleased, nodded and smiled, "Great, I have a talented person to conquer the four directions for me, I don't have to worry anymore."

Just as he was about to follow Xiahou Yuan in, he suddenly stopped.

Xiahou Yuan asked in confusion, "My lord, what else do you want?" Cao Cao looked at Gao Shun's body with a look of regret: "Such a loyal and brave man died in my hands today. I am sorry for him. It is reasonable for me to bow my head and pay my respects to the righteous men in the world."

After saying that, he walked to the front of Gao Shun's body. At this time, Gao Shun no longer had the demeanor of a great general. The two sleeve arrows on his chest were almost completely penetrated into his body. In addition, there were many scars on his body, obviously injured by Xiahou Yuan's spear. Although he had been dead for less than half an hour, the blood color in his face had begun to fade, his lips were pale, and there was no sign of life.

Cao Cao adjusted his armor and bowed with both hands.

"General Gao Shun, you are a great scholar and a famous general in ancient and modern times. I have always admired you very much. But now you are serving different masters. I have no choice but to kill you. After this battle, I will prepare a coffin and bury you with honor and ceremony as a nobleman."

He spoke these words very sincerely, and after finishing them, he bowed down.

"Cao Yi bows to the general for his loyalty and righteousness, and a model of military commanders."

"Second General, your military and literary skills are unmatched in the world."

"I bow three times to the general to drive out the barbarians and pacify the four directions."

After bowing respectfully three times, Cao Cao looked at Gao Shun and glanced at the Han soldiers around him who were unwilling to surrender. Seeing that they had obviously become much quieter, the corners of his mouth raised slightly.

Guo Jia noticed his subtle movement and walked over immediately.

"My lord, there are still many Luoyang soldiers in the city. I am afraid they are unwilling to surrender. I think the Han army has a lot of soldiers left, and they are even more powerful. Even if they are captured temporarily and left in the city, they will cause great trouble. I suggest that they be killed in a pit. This will avoid future troubles and show the world your divine power."

Xiahou Yuan also immediately became anxious and whispered to Guo Jia: "Why is Fengxiao so loud? If the Han army hears this, won't they immediately rebel?"

As expected, the Han army, which had just calmed down, jumped up again after hearing Guo Jia's words.

"You bastard, if you want to kill me, then kill me. Even if we have to die today, we will never let you get what you want!"

"Brothers, let's fight together. At worst, we will fight Cao Cao to the death."

Many Han soldiers who had been tied up suddenly roared loudly, broke free from their restraints, pushed the Cao soldiers to the ground, and snatched their weapons.

Seeing that the two sides were about to fight again, Cao Cao shouted: "Stop, and listen to me!"

Although the soldiers stopped temporarily after his shout, they still glared at each other and pointed their weapons at the enemy soldiers.

Several generals under Gao Shun shouted, "Cao Cao, don't try to deceive us with your flattering words. We are loyal to the court and will never surrender. Moreover, you killed General Gao and have an irreconcilable feud with us. It is wishful thinking to expect us to surrender to you."

"Yes, since we have been defeated today, we have no choice but to die to thank His Majesty. Come!"

Cao Cao suddenly burst into laughter: "Hahaha...haha..."

When he smiled, the generals and Han soldiers became a little puzzled.

"Cao thief, what are you laughing at?"

Cao Cao stopped laughing and glanced at the Han soldiers around him.

"I laugh at you. How can a sparrow know the ambition of a swan? I, Cao Cao, am committed to stabilizing the world and restoring the order of the Han Dynasty. I will never kill innocent people for my own selfishness. Although you were my enemies, you served your own masters. What crime have you committed? Now that my army has won, those of you who are willing to surrender can join my army and be promoted one level and rewarded with 500 coins. For those who are unwilling to surrender, Cao will let you go without making things difficult for you."

When these words were spoken, not only the Han army soldiers, but even Xiahou Yuan was horrified and hurriedly stood in front of Cao Cao.

"Meng De, are you crazy? Let alone the 500 yuan reward for each of them, if we let them go, they will definitely return to Luoyang and become our enemy again. This..."

Before he could finish his words, he was pulled aside by Guo Jia.

When Xiahou Yuan saw Guo Jia winking at him, he seemed to understand that this was Cao Cao's plan, but he still couldn't figure out what he wanted to do.

However, even though he didn't understand, out of trust in Cao Cao, he didn't continue to oppose it.

Cao Cao looked at the Han soldiers who were in shock, smiled slightly, and took a step forward.

"I will keep my word and will never go back on my word. If you want to leave, hand over your armor and weapons immediately. Once you leave this door, you will be free. I will not send troops to pursue you. If you are willing to surrender to my army, stay in the city. I will welcome you tonight."

After saying this, he stepped aside and made way for the exit of the city.

(End of this chapter)