Domination of the Three Kingdoms

Chapter 111 Dividends 1
Gongsun Xu experienced so many things during his trip to Hedong this time, although he was almost captured or even killed.But fortunately, he escaped safely. The good news is that Gongsun Xu has gained a lot this time. Except for the several 10 taels of gold and silver extorted and robbed from the Hedong Wei family, Gongsun Xu now has enough food and grass for himself. The Youzhou Army needs it for half a year.

The most important thing in marching and fighting is of course food and grass. As the saying goes, food and grass go first before the three armies move. Gongsun Xu made so much money this time, and the entire Youzhou army was very happy.

In addition, Gongsun Xu looted nearly 3 horses from the Xiliang Army, the Huns, the Grassland Tribes, and the Grassland Allied Forces, and countless cattle and sheep. Knowing that he has so many After receiving the spoils of war, Gongsun Xu was also beaming with joy.

You know, these captured horses are not ordinary horses. These [-] horses are all war horses. They are genuine war horses. Except for the three major horse production bases of Dahan, how can we find so many war horses all at once.Just war horses are enough to make other princes envious, not to mention those cattle and sheep.

Although the princes of this alliance are all local heavenly kings and fathers, if they are asked to count all the cattle and sheep on their territory, I am afraid that the number may not be as much as Gongsun Xu seized?
There is no way, livestock are very expensive, and ordinary farmers can't afford to raise them at all. Even if they can afford to raise them, they have already been taken away by those rich households.

At the beginning, I just wanted to cause some damage to Dong Zhuo, so as to save myself from being tricked by Dong Zhuo, but I didn't want to, and I fell into the trap in the end.However, if you survive a catastrophe, you will be blessed. Gongsun Xu's current capture is enough to meet the Youzhou Army's alliance.

Thinking that he had seized so many war horses this time, Gongsun Xu certainly understood how jealous those who did not agree with him would be.Especially people like Yuan Shao and Cao Cao, since they initiated the alliance, they haven't gained much reputation and military exploits, but instead paid a lot of food and grass for the allied forces.As for the other princes, it was a waste of time to come to the alliance.

After discussing with Jia Xu, Gongsun Xu felt that he would give some sweetness to those princes who followed him. Although Gongsun Xu was still a little reluctant in his heart, if he didn't pull out a cent, he would definitely fall into a deadlock. At this time, win over some allies.

No one would be jealous of Gongsun Xu's gains this time, even Yuan Shu, Tao Qian, Kong Rong and others who have a good relationship, in the face of absolute interests, the so-called alliance relationship is not so reliable, Gongsun Xu is naturally If you know this, otherwise, he wouldn't be where he is today.

When Gongsun Xu led a large group of troops back to the Youzhou Army's camp, Gongsun Zan had already led his people out of the camp for thirty miles to meet them.Gongsun Zan also had a happy face this time, calling for Dong Zhimeng, the Youzhou Army had already gained both fame and fortune, and the loss was not too great.All of this is due to Gongsun Zan's son, and this alone is enough to make Gongsun Zan proud.

This time, my son risked himself, broke the deadlock at Hulao Pass, and won another victory for the stagnant Allied forces. These are all the glory of the Youzhou Army and the credit of the Youzhou Army. As Gongsun Xu's father, Gongsun Zan couldn't find any reason to be unhappy.

When he learned of Gongsun Xu's triumphant return, Yuan Shao, as the leader of the alliance, of course had to express it immediately. Gao Lan, Yuan Shao's general, came to the camp of the Youzhou Army with Yuan Shao's will, and hoped that Gongsun Xu could arrive at the allied army as soon as possible. Headquarters to go.

This decree, on the surface, is to appease Gongsun Xu, but actually urges Gongsun Xu to go to the allied army camp as soon as possible. , should also give Yuan Shao some benefits, after all, he is also the leader of the alliance.

Cao Cao was much wiser, he put down his identity immediately, and led his family children to the Youzhou Army camp in person, waiting for Gongsunxu to come back.Most of the other princes who were not too close to Gongsun Xu sent some subordinates to represent themselves. After all, Yuan Shao was the leader of the alliance. If they all came in person, where should Yuan Shao lose face.

They didn't dare to offend Yuan Shao first when they couldn't please Gongsun Xu, otherwise, when the two sides couldn't please, they would suffer.

As for Yuan Shu, Tao Qian, and Kong Rong, of course they personally led people to follow Gongsun Zan to meet Gongsun Xu. In this Battle of Hedong, Yuan Shu finally sent reinforcements to help Gongsun Xu. If Gongsun Xu is generous enough , They can also share some military exploits, especially Yuan Shu, Yuan Shu sent the most troops among the [-] reinforcements, and the leading general Ji Ling came from Yuan Shu's command.

Moreover, if it is true, Ji Ling also led the troops to participate in the battle. Whether it was attacking the Hedong Guards or destroying the grassland coalition forces, Ji Ling actually led the troops to participate in the battle, but Ji Ling did not do anything important.Therefore, if it really mattered, Yuan Shu must have made great contributions. Of course, he had to discuss this with Gongsun Xu.

Gongsun Xu's march here is not fast, but due to the large number of war horses, almost everyone can ride instead of walking. Therefore, within three hours, the two armies are about to meet.

Gongsun Xu saw the black battle flag of the Youzhou Army from afar. When he learned that his father came to greet him in person, Gongsun Xu was very moved. He has been in this world for so many years. Thinking of this, Gongsun Zan almost dispatched troops from Youzhou to fight Dong Zhuo to the death. Thinking of this, Gongsun Xu felt ashamed. He had been running the business secretly for so many years, and even his father Gongsun Zan had kept it a secret. , Gongsun Xu felt very uncomfortable.

Soon, the two armies converged, and Gongsun Xucui immediately stepped forward and said to Gongsun Zan, "I have seen my father, and I have seen your uncles."

Gongsun Zan nodded, without much expression on his face, he just said coldly: "Just come back, go back to the camp, I've prepared drinks, and I'll welcome you. This time it's such a big deal, turn around and tell us about it in detail." , you are a hussar general, not a child, this kind of thing can never happen again in the future."

Gongsun Xu nodded with a smile, a few simple words contained too much love between father and son.

Yuan Shu didn't pretend to be stupid at this time, and immediately stepped forward and said, "Nephew, this time, you really stole the limelight. Next time you have such a good thing, you must bring your uncle with you. Anyway, I will follow you too. Go to the grassland to grab hundreds of war horses or go to the Wei family to extort some money, seeing you gain so much, uncle, I am also jealous, hahahaha."

Before Gongsunxu could reply, Gongsun Zan pretended to cough twice, and Yuan Shu smiled embarrassedly. Yuan Shu also knew that he obviously wanted to share some benefits by doing this, but if he didn't say it now, he would wait for Yuan Shao and Cao Cao to intervene. At that time, there are not many good things to share with yourself.

Of course Gongsun Xu understood what Yuan Shu was anxious about. Regarding this, Gongsun Xu had his own plans in mind. Gongsun Xu grabbed Yuan Shu's hand and said with a smile, "Don't worry, uncle. Let's drink and chat when we go back. My nephew promises to give uncle a satisfactory answer." reply."

Yuan Shu smiled embarrassedly, but was still anxious in his heart how much benefit Gongsun Xu would share with him.Without further delay, everyone immediately led the army back to the Youzhou army camp.

After setting up the soldiers and horses, Gongsun Zan led the people to the big tent, and after a while, good wine and food were put on the table.Everyone immediately raised their wine glasses to celebrate.

After drinking for three rounds, Yuan Shu saw that Gongsun Xu didn't mention the matter of military exploits, but he felt anxious, and the general Ji Ling beside him was only interested in drinking, and didn't help to think of a way.Yuan Shu immediately picked up the wine glass and said, "Nephew, it's really gratifying to congratulate you for making an indelible contribution this time. Come, uncle to toast you again."

Yuan Shu intentionally added an accent to the words "Invincible Merit", Gongsun Xu understood, and immediately stood up and replied: "Uncle, I won the prize, this time I can win a big victory, thanks to the support of several uncles, this credit , naturally have a share of your uncles."

Gongsun Xu made this head start, Yuan Shu and others also looked forward to it in their hearts, not to mention the meritorious service, the key is what benefits Gongsun Xu can share with them, if only in terms of merit, I am afraid I have to go to Yuan Shao to receive the reward, no need Everyone knows that Yuan Shao will only confer some meaningless officials at most, and they are still official positions that have not been recognized by the emperor.

Yuan Shu looked at Gongsun Xu with a smile, waiting for Gongsun Xu to continue.Gongsun Xu took a sip of his wine and continued: "This time, the four uncles sent troops to help me fight against the rebels. Naturally, I will bear all the food and grass expenses, as well as the soldiers' food and salaries. In addition, I will pay an extra half a month. Give the food and grass to all uncles, and I have the right to reward you for your kindness in sending troops."

At this point, Gongsun Xu stopped. Seeing that Gongsun Xu only mentioned the matter of food and grass, Yuan Shu thought that Gongsun Xu had finished talking, and became anxious.It stands to reason that Gongsun Xu can bear all the expenses of food and grass, as well as pay the salary, which is already considered generous of Gongsun Xu. After all, Gongsun Xu can only borrow soldiers at most, and Jia Xu has made an agreement with Yuan Shu and others before. Therefore, even if Gongsun Xu only offered so much to reward Yuan Shu and the others, it still makes sense.

However, what Yuan Shu wanted was food, grass and money.Yuan Shu's base is in Huainan, where the weather is good every year. Yuan Shu is not short of food and grass, let alone salary. How could Yuan Shu care about the salary of 2000 people for less than a month?

In Huainan, Changsha, and Jiangdong, what is most lacking is actually war horses.Yuan Shukong had financial resources and a wealthy party, but the soldiers under his command only had a few thousand Danyang infantry. Besides, what Yuan Shu had was infantry, and he didn't even have cavalry.

In fact, Yuan Shu couldn't be blamed for this. Even if Yuan Shu gathered all the war horses under his command, he probably only had more than 1000 horses.It's not that Yuan Shu is stingy, the point is, even if Yuan Shu is willing to spend money to buy war horses, where can he buy them?

(End of this chapter)