Three Kingdoms: Cao Cao is stunned when he reveals his time-traveling identity.

Jian Yong was absolutely right.

These ordinary people may not dwell on past gains and losses.

Whether Cao Cao massacred the city or not seems to be of little importance.

Now that Tao Qian is dead, Cao Cao has no reason to harm the people of Xuzhou.

Even a small benefit can make the people of Xuzhou feel the benefits.

That's enough.

Thinking of this, Liu Bei's brows furrowed, and his face turned particularly grim.

Zhang Fei, standing to the side, noticed that everyone remained silent.

He couldn't help but mutter:

"Big brother, it's actually not bad."

"It's better for Xuzhou to be in Cao Cao's hands than in the hands of that traitor Lü Bu."

The mere thought of Lü Bu made Zhang Fei's teeth itch with hatred.

If it weren't for Lü Bu and Chen Gong's scheming against him...

How could Xuzhou City possibly fall into his hands?

Upon hearing this, Liu Bei's expression darkened further.

Guan Yu frowned deeply:

"Third brother, you'd better shut up!"

"If it weren't for you, how could Xuzhou have fallen?"

Upon hearing this, Zhang Fei immediately shrank back, not daring to utter a single word.

Liu Bei looked at Zhang Fei helplessly.

My third brother is truly brave.

In terms of martial arts skills, he is absolutely among the top in the world today.

That's because he's too rough around the edges.

Moreover, he was a heavy drinker; not drinking was harder for him than death.

This wasn't the first time Zhang Fei had gotten into trouble because of drinking.

But this isn't just any place; it's Xuzhou!

Xuzhou has a very unique topography.

It's basically related to any war.

After all, its geographical location was what it was, and it had been a constant battleground for many years.

After Tao Qian's death, Xuzhou changed hands more than once or twice.

The people of Xuzhou have long been indifferent to this.

They didn't care who ruled Xuzhou.

They are willing to follow anyone as long as they are given benefits.

No, actually you don't need to give any benefits.

They are willing to follow whomever they are not exploited.

Once Xuzhou is lost, it's unrealistic for him to rely on popular support to take it back.

"It seems that for now we can only wait here for Cao Cao's army to arrive."

"They have joined forces to attack Yuan Shu."

Liu Bei sighed softly, looking helpless.

Just then, Jian Yong's eyes lit up, and he spoke:

"Uncle, I don't think this is necessarily a bad thing."

"What the Third General said this time makes sense."

Upon hearing this, Liu Bei was immediately puzzled.

Is Zhang Fei right?

This was the first time he had ever heard someone praise him like this.

"What do you mean by that, sir?"

Liu Bei asked in confusion.

"Xuzhou is indeed better in Cao Cao's hands than in Lü Bu's."

Jian Yong said in a deep voice:

"At the very least, if we want to return to Xiaopei, Cao Cao certainly won't refuse."

"After all, he's using our name this time."

"No matter what, he can't openly attack us."

"His attack on Xuzhou under the banner of the Imperial Uncle was indeed perfectly legitimate."

"But at the same time, it also made the name of the Imperial Uncle resound throughout the world once again."

"With the whole world watching, how could he dare to make a move?"

Having said that, Jian Yong calmly took a sip of water and continued:

"In this attack on Yuan Shu, our army also has a reason to temporarily take control of Xiapi."

"At that time, we might even be able to take Xiapi as well!"

"Cao Cao has already acquired most of the cities in Xuzhou, and he absolutely cannot afford to turn against you at this critical juncture because of one or two small counties."

"In this way, our army will still have a place to stay!"

Upon hearing this, Liu Bei was taken aback at first, then nodded thoughtfully and said:

"That makes sense!"

Liu Bei is too easily satisfied now.

Not to mention there's still a chance to take Xiapi.

He was content as long as he could hold Xiaopei and no one attacked!

However, Liu Bei was pleased.

Jian Yong's expression turned extremely solemn.

He seemed to be thinking of something unpleasant.

"Sir, if you have any other concerns, please tell me."

Upon seeing this, Guan Yu couldn't help but speak up.

Jian Yong stroked his small mustache and said in a low voice:

"Uncle, don't you think Cao Cao has been acting strangely lately?"

Upon hearing this, Liu Bei was taken aback:

What is the basis for this statement?

Jian Yong continued:

"After the Battle of Wancheng, everything seemed to go smoothly for Cao Cao."

"The pacification of the gentry in Xudu successfully secured the emperor's position in Xudu."

"You must know, all the important officials of the Han Dynasty are still in Xuchang! He actually managed to calm them down!"

"Not only that, but they also managed to keep the emperor under their control in a way that was both reasonable and justifiable, leaving no room for criticism."

"Furthermore, regarding external affairs, the Battle of Wancheng was fought almost without bloodshed."

"They are training their troops in advance, as if they already knew that Yuan Shu was going to rebel."

"As a result, Yuan Shu turned his attention directly to Xuzhou."

"Isn't all of this just a coincidence?"

Jian Yong's analysis left the three brothers completely stunned.

"Does the gentleman mean that he has a powerful mentor guiding him?"

Liu Bei asked in surprise.

Jian Yong nodded emphatically:

"Indeed, this caused Cao Cao to change his style so drastically and act so decisively."

"This person is probably not simple..."

"Moreover, it could absolutely not be one of his original advisors."

Liu Bei was puzzled:

Why do you say that?

"Then there are Guo Jia, Cheng Yu, Xun Yu, Xun You, and the newly acquired Jia Xu."

"Each of them is a master strategist!"

When these names were read aloud, Liu Bei's mouth watered.

He certainly has no shortage of good generals.

Leaving aside others, Guan Yu and Zhang Fei alone are two unparalleled fierce generals.

However, he's really not good at being a strategist.

Although Sun Qian, Jian Yong, and others could also offer advice and strategies.

However, compared to the strategists under Cao Cao, the gap was still quite large.

They themselves admit to this.

No, it wasn't them.

Jian Yong shook his head and said:

"Although they are all top strategists, if they had such methods, they would have used them long ago."

"It's not impossible that it could be the later Jia Xu."

"But Jia Xu had after all plotted against Cao Cao in Wancheng, and he was also a surrendered general."

"Cao Cao is so suspicious, he would never trust him."

"Perhaps...it's someone else."

"But who could this person be?"

Jian Yong thought for a long time, but still couldn't guess who it was.

Liu Bei, listening from the side, felt increasingly frustrated.

Cao Cao had a wealth of strategists at his disposal.

And then, even more experts joined!

Look at yourself!

Where can I find a strategist of such caliber?

If that's the case, perhaps my situation wouldn't be like this!

They have good generals, but no good strategies.

If things continue like this, we definitely won't go far!

He clenched his fists and secretly made a vow.

One day, Liu Bei will also be able to get such a famous person to help him!

Whenever possible, we must invite strategists who are on par with Cao Cao's subordinates!

Liu Bei would never miss an opportunity!

"No matter what kind of expert helps us."

"At this point, it's a fact that he has taken Xuzhou."

"We have only one primary objective."

Liu Bei sighed softly, ceasing his thoughts, and instead spoke:

"Our goal is to protect Xiaopei!"

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