The first general of the Three Kingdoms

Chapter 228 The Second General in the World

The news of Youzhou's surrender to Wei Tao soon spread throughout the world, attracting the attention of the princes of the world.

And after spending several months before and after, when Douwuhuan and Xianbei got help from Youzhou, the situation in the world gradually changed.

The biggest change is the dispute between Yuan and Cao.

Originally, Cao Cao's premeditated plan to capture Qingzhou should have been very smooth, but because Qingzhou Mutiankai wanted to surrender to Yuan Shao, Yuan Shao also sent troops to Yanzhou to fight with Cao Cao. The two sides fought for a long time, but the final result was beyond many people's expectations.

This is also the reason why Zhou Yu came to find Wei Tao immediately after Wei Tao came back.

"Cao Mengde is a hero in the world, and he will win this battle. To be honest, I'm not too surprised."

Facing Zhou Yu, Wei Tao did not hide his intentions.

"What's more, Gongjin and Gongda, you all know that Yuan Shao is ruthless, scheming and indecisive. He cherishes his life when he does big things, and forgets his life when he sees small gains. Although there are many advisers and generals under his command, there are no One person can be used. Especially that Tian Feng, who was plotted several times and was hated by Yuan Shao, how can such a person be more evil than Cao Mengde?"

"My lord's words are not bad. Today, Cao Mengde occupies the two prefectures of Yanzhou and Qingzhou. Although the resistance of these two states is not as good as that of the lord, they are still more prosperous. If compared with them, I am afraid that even the lord can only say that they are inferior. also."

Speaking of this, Zhou Yu also showed a trace of worry on his face.

"Cao Cao is in the south. If the lord takes Jizhou, he will definitely fight with him. I have heard that Cao Cao's ambition is similar to that of the lord, but for Cao Mengde, it is more important to unify the chaotic situation of the Han Dynasty and help the Han Dynasty. It is important. At that time, even our army may inevitably have to conflict with it."

"This……"

Wei Tao was a bit hesitant, not because he was afraid of Cao Cao, but because Wei Tao really didn't want to go to war with the Han princes, no matter the victory or defeat, there would be many casualties.

If the past battles were still due to inevitable conflicts, then with Cao Cao, Wei Tao really couldn't think of any reason, and he must fight with him.

But Wei Tao, who is familiar with the history of the Three Kingdoms, understands that this is probably inevitable, and fighting is inevitable if the big man wants to reunify.

Originally, Wei Tao thought that relying on his relationship with Cao Cao, not to mention avoiding it, but he tried his best to extend such a battle until after the war with the alien race.

At that time, the history of Wuhuluanhua will be changed by Wei Tao, then Wei Tao's mission of reaching this era will be over.

Unfortunately, that doesn't seem to be the case.

At least now, Wei Tao has found that his most ideal situation is difficult to realize.

"Your Majesty, don't worry. Although Cao Cao has now occupied two states, Yuan Shao is in the west and Yuan Shu is in the south. Although the Yuan family's children are not as good as Cao Cao's, and the Yuan family's heritage has been exhausted by him, Yuan Shao and Yuan Shu are not weak after all. It is enough to entangle with it for a long time. At that time, the lord will take the opportunity to unify Jizhou, gather the strength of the three prefectures of Merger, Ji, and You, and the advisers and generals under the lord's command will be enough to make Cao Cao afraid. As long as the lord is willing to submit to the big man, then Cao Cao must not dare Too forced."

Both Xun You and Zhou Yu understood Wei Tao's ambitions, so they naturally knew why Wei Tao was hesitating at this time, and Xun You was just persuading him at the moment, compared to him, he was even more unwilling to get Wei Tao to participate in the fight for the world.

"My lord, it's too early to worry about these things now. Although Qingzhou is now in the hands of Cao Cao, the battle between Yuan Shao and Cao Cao will not subside. Under mutual restraint, no one will dare to come and open with the Lord at will. War. Some time ago, the lord rushed to Youzhou, even though Yuan Jun knew about it, but he always retreated to Yecheng, and he didn't come a step, so we can know it."

Different from Xun You, Zhou Yu has some thoughts on letting Wei Tao compete for the world. In Zhou Yu's view, the best way to realize Wei Tao's ambition is to unify the world, and then use the power of the world to destroy alien races. Then the world can be settled.

So at this time Zhou Yu quietly changed the topic, and said with a slight smile.

"Speaking of which, I'm afraid there is one more thing that the lord doesn't know. The lord is in Nayou state, and the fact that he defeated nine generals has been spread all over the world. Many people spread the name of the lord, thinking that only a brave general like the lord can do it. Being able to wipe out the alien race and protect the peace of my great man, now the lord is already respected by the people of the world!"

"Is there such a thing? What happened before my battle in Youzhou was only [-] or [-] days ago, and Gong Jin knew about it? Since this is the case, Gong Jin hastened to tell me, I don't know how the heroes of the world will see this matter."

Although Wei Tao didn't care about fame, when he heard Zhou Yu's words that his actions could be recognized by the people of the world, he couldn't help but feel a little bit of joy in his heart, and immediately asked quickly.

"Hehe... Wuhuan's foreign race has been a problem for my confidant for a long time. The lord was flattened once, and then he defeated nine generals, including Zhang Yan, Guan Hai, and Zhou Cang, who are famous for their bravery. It has already been recognized by the people of the world.”

Having said that, Zhou Yu suddenly smiled, and then spoke slowly.

"I heard that Lu Bu, who is now entrenched in Xuzhou, heard about the trip of the lord, and said: I can't imagine that this person is here. The child who was imprisoned in the Hulao in the past has such courage? If I have a chance, I will definitely fight against him again. Just look at his martial prowess!"

Hearing Zhou Yu's words, Wei Tao was taken aback for a moment.

Lu Bu, Lu Fengxian?

Red rabbit among horses, Lv Bu among men, this is not a false statement.

You know, Wen Wu is the first, and Wu Wu is the second. As a general, you must have self-confidence, but this definitely does not include playing against Lu Bu.

Except for some arrogant people, no one in the world today has the confidence to challenge Lu Bu one-on-one. To be honest, it is Wu Wusan, and no one can compete with Lu Bu.

I don't even know when it started, fighting Lu Bu with group fights has become the most common thing, and even so, I dare not say that I can beat Lu Bu.

Lu Bu's name as the number one general in the world is well-deserved.

So even if it was Wei Tao's two lives, he couldn't help feeling a little excited after hearing this.

"That's true. I'm afraid my lord still doesn't know. Ever since the word came from Lu Bu three days ago, someone has made my lord famous. Now my lord is the second general in the world."

"The second general in the world."

Chewing on this sentence, Wei Tao couldn't help shaking his head and smiling.

"Not to mention other people, but Dian Wei and Zhao Yun, I have no certainty of victory, let alone be able to fight Lu Bu. It seems that there are many people who are interested in this world. This is to force me to fight against Lu Bu. If Lv Bu turned against him, he might become a thorn in the side and a thorn in the flesh of all warriors in the world!"

Wei Tao was naturally not stupid, he just thought it was a bit strange that the news could not spread so quickly, but it turned out that it was done by someone with a heart.

"Actually, this matter has disadvantages as well as advantages. The lord's reputation will definitely attract real heroes and give the lord a chance to subdue him. As for the hostility of others, except for Yuan Shao and Cao Cao, other princes do not directly border. Your lord is fine."

Zhou Yu said with a slight smile.

"Besides, since my lord's ambition is to bring peace to the alien race and eliminate the troubles of the great man, not to mention a mere second general in the world, even Lu Bu himself, is a hurdle that the lord cannot get around. Otherwise, how can the lord make the alien race submit to him?"

"Haha... What Gong Jin said is very true, so let me take the title of the second general in the world!"

Wei Tao was originally a bold person, and he didn't have the slightest fear of it in his heart. Now that he heard Zhou Yu say this, he just responded to it, and even said it unceremoniously.

"I hope it can be as Gongjin said, so that I can see how the heroes of the world are capable!"

Hearing Wei Tao's words, several people in the room couldn't help but smile.

This is also because Wei Tao's situation is very good now. Although Youzhou is not completely under Wei Tao's command, it is only a matter of time.

Moreover, Wuhuan and Xianbei are now at war, and there is no trouble on the border of Youzhou.

Wei Tao is naturally in a good mood, and has a different feeling about such things.

"My lord, I heard from Wen Gui that my lord intends to form a naval army, and is he planning to recruit Na Gan Ning?"

After joking, Zhou Yu straightened his expression and asked Wei Tao.

This matter was discussed by Wei Tao and Pan Zhang a few months ago. Pan Zhang was originally sent to Jingzhou to invite him at that time, but the series of wars after that made Wei Tao unable to pay attention to this matter.

Now that Zhou Yu brought it up again, Wei Tao nodded immediately, and then spoke seriously.

"Gongjin, you also know that the reason why I was able to lead the army to take a detour to attack Wuhuan this time is because of the waterway. Not to mention the crude ships, it is difficult for our elite army to adapt. If someone uses this to detour to me, when the time comes It must be a problem, and since it can be done this time, can it be used in the same way when we are enemies with Wuhuan or Xianbei in the future?"

Hearing Wei Tao's words, Zhou Yu couldn't help but nodded slightly. From Zhou Yu's point of view, Wei Tao's words were indeed reasonable, but Xun You's face was unobtrusively flashed with worry.

In Xun You's view, Wei Tao would be attacked with this. Who else would be there besides the princes located in the south of the Yangtze River?
And apart from such occasional use, isn't the so-called naval army also aimed at the princes in the south of the Yangtze River?

Of course, Xun You and Zhou Yu didn't know that Wei Tao was a man for two generations, he knew the importance of the sea, and he also understood that if the sea was not protected more, it would become a plague of bandits, and it would be difficult to make up for it.

So Zhou Yu and Xun You were happy and worried, but fortunately, they were Wei Tao's counselors at this time. Although they had different thoughts in their hearts, they both tried their best to plan for Wei Tao, so after learning of Wei Tao's decision, Zhou Yu was the first to speak.

"If my lord wants to build a naval army, there is nothing wrong with it, but if this is the case, I am afraid that more than half of my lord's income and taxes will be spent on this in the future. I wonder if my lord is prepared?"

(End of this chapter)