Domination of the Three Kingdoms

Chapter 70
Yuan Shu, who didn't have much hope at first, immediately became excited when he heard this. Yuan Shao is still a concubine, and he can't compare with himself at all. This is Yuan Shu's thinking all the time.

It's just that outsiders value Yuan Shao, and often ignore themselves. Unexpectedly, Gongsun Xu can still remember him. Although there are other meanings in it, Yuan Shu can't control so much. If there is a chance to win the alliance leader, Yuan Shu will definitely not let it go passed.

In fact, the reason why Yuan Shao and others participated in this alliance and were so active was not entirely because they were loyal to the Han Dynasty, but because they wanted to earn enough fame and prestige through this alliance. Perhaps, among so many people, only the one who really wanted to save the country Cao Cao, Gongsun Zan and others.Gongsun Xuzheng is not so enthusiastic because he has seen through the face of such a person.

When Yuan Shao heard that Gongsun Xu had pulled Yuan Shu out to fight with him, he secretly groaned.Who would have thought that Gongsun Xu would be so cunning that instead of fighting for his father, he would point the finger at the two brothers.

In fact, Yuan Shu's prestige is not worse than his own, it's just that he lacks operation, and no one gives him advice on this aspect. If Gongsun Xu really helps Yuan Shu to become the leader of the alliance, it means that the Youzhou Army and Yuan Shu are on the same front.This is what Yuan Shao himself does not want to see.

At this time, Guo Tu, Yuan Shao's counselor, secretly gave Yuan Shao a wink, and Yuan Shao also understood Guo Tu's meaning.The strongest army among the princes must be the Youzhou Army. Although there are not many Youzhou soldiers, they are all elites, that's for sure.

The most important thing is that the Youzhou Army is the only cavalry in the coalition army. It is just an indisputable fact that if you fall out with the Youzhou Army, it will really be of no benefit to you.Yuan Shao was regretting that he had been a little reckless, he shouldn't have offended even Gongsun Zan.

While Yuan Shao was regretting, Yuan Shu was also looking around. At this time, as long as anyone can say a few good words for him, there is indeed a chance for the position of leader.But his popularity is not good, and his subordinate Sun Jian is not good at speech.At this time, Yuan Shu was so anxious, he was like an ant on a hot pot.

Yuan Shao had no choice but to turn his head to Gongsun Zan to express his apology.Gongsun Zan understood.

In fact, I discussed it with my son on the way to the alliance, and the position of the leader of the alliance must be contested, otherwise people in the world will look down on him, and the Youzhou Army does have the qualifications.But you don't have to fight for it.Otherwise, it would be tantamount to offending most of the princes.What the Youzhou Army is fighting for is independent combat power and food and grass. This is the bottom line of the Youzhou Army.

Gongsun Zan slowly put down the wine glass in his hand, coughed, and everyone fell silent when they saw that Gongsun Zan had something to say.

Gongsun Zan said unhurriedly: "We are waiting for the alliance to save the common people. As long as everyone holds this belief, whoever is the leader of the alliance is the same. Our Youzhou Army has been fighting outside the Great Wall all year round. I'm not familiar with the Central Plains, so apart from being able to confront the Xiliang iron cavalry head-on, I don't think I can do anything about sieges and battles.

I don't want to and won't fight for the position of leader.However, I think both of the Yuan family brothers are suitable. Benchu ​​and Gonglu are both young heroes, and they are also the children of the Yuan family. Everyone is the same. I believe that no matter who they are, they will not delay the great cause of saving the common people. "

After finishing speaking, Gongsun Zan picked up the wine glass again. The words really caused a commotion.

First of all, Gongsun Zan stated that he would not fight for the position of leader. This reassured Yuan Shao and gave Yuan Shu hope. Yuan Shao heard from this statement that as long as you can beat your brother and give me enough benefits I just support your idea, but Yuan Shu heard that I, Gongsun Zan, can only help you so far. If you can't defeat Yuan Shao, that's a big problem.

Yuan Shao turned his head and saw that Yuan Shu still wanted to fight with him, and quickly gave Cao Cao a wink. Cao Cao agreed with a smile. It seems that this villain still has to do it himself, so he has to offend Yuan Shu.

After thinking about it, Cao Cao stood up and said: "General Gongsun said well, to save the common people in the world, it doesn't matter who is the leader, as long as we work together, we will be able to defeat Dong Zhuo. If we compete for the position of leader today, won't the world laugh at you If the villain Dong Zhuo knew about it, he would laugh out loud.

In my opinion, there is no need to argue. I support Benchu, and I believe that Benchu ​​will lead us to accomplish this great cause of saving the common people in the world. "

Seeing Cao Cao's statement, everyone had no choice but to agree, Yuan Shu had no choice but to talk about it, what else could he do.

To fight any longer would make you look petty.If you want to blame yourself for not attracting a few reliable allies, you still lose the chain at the critical moment.I can only go back and think of a way or see if my brother can do me some good.

Seeing that there was no objection anymore, Yuan Shao also accepted it after pretending to decline.

All the princes built a three-story high platform, put Huang Yan and Bai Yue on it, and the soldier's talisman seal, invited Yuan Shao to the altar, burned incense and worshiped the heaven and the earth, read the oath of the alliance, and finally ended this superficial article after being impassioned.Then he drank blood wine with all the princes.

Then, everyone went down from the altar and sat down in the big tent according to their rank and age. Cao Cao made a toast to everyone. , not to violate the order." Everyone agreed.

Seeing that everyone was still convinced of him for the time being, Yuan Shao felt joy in his heart, but seeing Yuan Shu's dark face, Yuan Shao also understood that if he didn't give him some benefits, he might cause trouble for him in the future, as his younger brother has been like this since he was a child.

So Yuan Shao cleared his throat and said: "The three armies have not moved, and the food and grass go first. Our coalition has a large number of troops, and food and grass are the most important thing. In order to unify the dispatch, I decided to select one person from among us to dispatch the grain and grass. What do you think?
Of course, the person in charge of food and grass must be elected by everyone.It can be said that taking charge of food and grass is equivalent to taking charge of the lifeblood of our army. We must not take it lightly. Don't think that this is a good job. No one can take on this heavy burden. Now, let's discuss who is the most suitable Bar. "

Yuan Shao's words are also reasonable, and everyone will naturally not object.

At this time Yuan Shao continued: "Since everyone agrees, I won't waste any more time. Just now everyone recommended Lulu, which shows that Lulu is also very prestigious. Besides, Lulu is my younger brother, and I know him best. Of course, I'm not being biased, but I still recommend the highway to be in charge of grain and grass. What do you think?"

Everyone agreed one after another, and Yuan Shu felt a little comforted after hearing this.Fortunately, my brother will still give me some benefits, that's all I can do.

Just when everyone agreed, Gongsun Xu stepped forward and said, "Leader, our Youzhou army is different from you. Our army is all cavalry, which consumes a lot of food and grass. In order to effectively take advantage of our army, I hope our army To be able to get the right to fight independently, after all, none of you here are familiar with the tactics of our Youzhou Army.

I believe that General Cao and General Sun Jian should still remember that when we conquered the Yellow Turbans together, the reason why I was able to help my mentor defeat Zhang Jiao was because my mentor, Lord Lu Zhi, allowed my cavalry to fight alone and did not interfere. Food and grass supply for our army.

In order to realize Dong Daye as soon as possible, I implore the leader to allow our Youzhou Army to manage its own food and independent combat power alone. "

Yuan Shao was a little unhappy when he heard this, and it seemed that Gongsun Xu had come to disrupt the situation again.However, seeing Gongsun Zan's determined expression, Yuan Shao understood that this was also what Gongsun Zan meant, and it seemed that this was also the bottom line of the Youzhou Army.But I can't just agree to it like this, otherwise where would I put the leader's face?

Cao Cao stepped forward at the right time and said: "Leader, I have seen the strength of the Youzhou army when I was conquering the Yellow Turban, especially the Youzhou cavalry, which is indeed one of the best in the world, and I have no experience in fighting cavalry. This is also true for General Gongsun.

Even when it was under the command of Grand Tutor Lu Zhi, the Youzhou Army had independent combat power and managed its own food and grass independently.As General Hussars said, it was precisely because of this that the Youzhou Army was able to show its might and finally defeated the elite Yellow Turbans.

Now in our army, there is only Youzhou Army cavalry that has a well-organized system. In order to restrain Xiliang cavalry, we should maximize the combat effectiveness of Youzhou cavalry.Now is not the time to care about personal gains and losses.Young General Gongsun's request is not too much, and I implore the leader to allow it. "

Just after Cao Cao finished speaking, Sun Jian, who had been silent all this time, also stepped forward and said: "I, Meng De, and General Hussars fought side by side in the past. I was deeply impressed by the elite of Generals Hussars. For the sake of Dong Daye, I implore the lord for permission."

Sun Jian was originally a subordinate of Yuan Shu, so when Sun Jian said something, he represented Yuan Shu's meaning to a certain extent.

But this is in the eyes of outsiders. In fact, Yuan Shu and Sun Jian have no communication at all, but Sun Jian has said so, and Yuan Shu has to express his position.

After drinking a glass of wine, Yuan Shu also stepped forward and said, "I have long heard that the Youzhou army has unique tactics, and only the Youzhou iron cavalry can compete with the Xiliang cavalry under Dong Thief's command. Our subordinates are all infantry. Combat is completely unreasonable. If our army cannot have a cavalry unit to restrain or contain the Xiliang army, our army will easily fall into a passive position.

In order to discuss Dong Daye, I implore the leader for permission. "

Even Yuan Shu said so, Yuan Shao no longer objected, everyone had given him a step down, and if he didn't leave, he would really offend the Youzhou army again.Yuan Shao immediately agreed to Gongsun Xu's request.Seeing that it was getting dark, everyone agreed and decided to discuss Dong Daye in detail tomorrow.That's all for today.

Yuan Shao had no choice but to make a concluding post: "Let's stop here for today. Everyone, go back and have a good rest and reorganize your troops. In the next few days, we will select elite soldiers and prepare to fight Dong Zhuo. Tomorrow we will discuss how to march. You must beat Dong Zhuo to the point of throwing away his helmet and armor."

After everyone agreed, they all dispersed.This kicked off the great cause of discussing Dong Zhuo.

(End of this chapter)