"Yu Jin?" Although he was mentally prepared, Cao Ang was still a little excited when he heard this. Although he had met Dian Wei and Xiahou Dun, the person in front of him was the one who truly interested Cao Ang.
Dian Wei was a rare fierce general, and Xiahou Dun was also a capable person. However, in terms of military tactics and the art of commanding soldiers, Cao Ang felt that Yu Jin was much stronger than these two. The five generals of Cao Wei were all people with foreign surnames, and each of them was a talent who could take charge of an area alone. In terms of martial prowess, the Five Generals of the Wei Kingdom might not be as brave as the Five Tigers of the Shu Kingdom. However, in terms of stability and deployment, in the later period of the Eastern Han, the Wei Five were indeed hard to match.
Before Cao Ang could think too much, Yu Jin had already bowed to him. Cao Ang hurriedly helped Yu Jin up and said with a smile,"I've long heard that General has a firm and steady style when it comes to using troops.”
Yu Jin smiled faintly. There was no joy or anger on his elegant face. He just cupped his hands and said,"Eldest Young Master, you praise me too much. However, the crisis has not been resolved yet. This general is very grateful. I respectfully request that you follow this general to the Central Army Camp to protect the commander.”
Even if Yu Jin didn't say it, Cao Ang would have brought it up. Now that he had personally asked, Cao Ang would naturally follow him. Rather than staying in this ever-changing battlefield, it would be much safer to follow this Cao Wei. Cao Ang bowed slightly and said with a smile,"Since that's the case, I'll have to trouble you.”
After Yu Jin's army was hastily prepared, they marched towards Cao Cao's main camp. Zhang Xiu's main force would definitely attack here, intending to kill Cao Cao in one fell swoop. As long as they could defeat Zhang Xiu's army at the main camp, they would be able to win the battle instantly.
Cao Ang was now very confident. After witnessing Yu Jin's strength, he was very confident in the Cao army's victory. Yu Jin was considered a talented person in the Cao army, but there were many generals in the Cao army who could hold their own against Yu Jin. After knowing the situation, Cao Ang believed that the Cao army was determined to win this battle!
"General, look!" Sitting in the carriage, Cao Ang could already see the battlefield of Cao Cao's main camp in the distance. Yu Jin brandished his horsewhip and rode to the front of the army. He looked at the battle in the distance with a solemn and cautious expression. After a while, Yu Jin suddenly nodded and smiled in satisfaction. He turned to Cao Ang and said,"Eldest Young Master, our army will definitely win this battle. Yu Jin will go and help first. Eldest Young Master, please rest here for a while.”
After Cao Ang received Yu Jin's promise, he was even more at ease about the outcome of this battle. He gently twisted his waist, which was already sore from the car, and replied with a smile,"General's analysis is so fast. Since that's the case, please hurry up and fight the enemy. Cao Ang awaits the good news of father and general's victory.”
Yu Jin could not help but be a little stunned when he heard this. Why was the Eldest Young Master different from before? In the past, the Eldest Young Master had always been cold and arrogant. He was very strict and cold to the generals and soldiers under him. He did not hide it on his face at all. For a long time, Yu Jin did not like this Young Master very much. He felt that he was too cold. It was just that he respected Cao Gong and did not want to have a conflict with the Young Master. If he could not afford to offend him, he would just hide. Not only him, but many of the generals did not like this Young Master very much and were somewhat estranged from him. Who would have thought that Cao Ang today was so different from usual? Could it be that she was grateful because she had saved him?
"Since that's the case, I'll have to trouble Young Master to wait here for Yu Jieyin.”The thought only flashed through his mind. After all, retreating the enemy was the most important thing at this moment. After thinking for a moment, Yu Jin did not think too much about it. He waved his hand and shouted,"Charge!"
Yu Jin's soldiers immediately moved upon hearing the order. A row of light cavalry with spears in their hands broke through the horses first. The Qingzhou infantry behind them followed the light cavalry under the command of Yu Jin's four tooth generals. The archers were divided into several pairs, each fighting according to the angle. As they slowly shot arrows from the sky, they marched forward slowly and firmly. Although Cao Ang didn't know much about the use of troops, he couldn't help but sigh in his heart when he saw the situation."Yu Jin is indeed not an ordinary person."
The addition of Yu Jin's army was like adding insult to injury to Zhang Xiu's army, which was still at a disadvantage. In an instant, the flames on the battlefield in the distance became even more intense, almost like a prairie fire. The heat billowed, and the torches under the starry sky lit up the night sky, slowly turning it into day. The sounds of battle coming from afar were extremely terrifying.
Cao Ang silently looked at the battlefield in the distance and sighed. This was war, a war where people died like grass. It was indeed a war where one general could accomplish great things. However, once he was involved in it, what could he do for his own survival?
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In the meeting hall of Wan City, the battle reports from the front line were transmitted to Zhang Xiu's ears one after another. Who would have thought that there would be an oversight in this flawless sneak attack?
First, Dian Wei and Xiahou Dun were prepared to protect Cao Cao. Then, Cao Cao's army rescued several battalions in Yu Jin, completely shattering Zhang Xiu's plan to cut off the southwest strongholds and not receive Cao Cao's main camp. Then, news came one after another that Cao Cao's battalions were fully prepared. The advantage of the night attack had been completely wiped out by Cao Cao's counterattack bit by bit.
At this moment, cold sweat had already quietly rolled down Zhang Xiu's forehead. He saw that this northwest man no longer had his usual heroic spirit. If this continued, his life would be eaten up. However, if he did not fight, he would betray him. How could Cao Cao tolerate him?
"My lord, the commander, Jia Xu, requests an audience.”Hearing Jia Xu's name, Zhang Xiu's already gloomy eyes immediately lit up again. He immediately opened his mouth and said,"Quickly let Wen He in!"
After a while, a short, dark-faced scholar slowly walked into the hall. His skin was as dry as old tree bark, probably caused by the cold wind in the northwest. However, this scholar had black hair and beard, making it difficult to tell that he was nearly fifty years old.
Such a person would not be looked at by anyone, but in Wan City, he was second only to one person and above tens of thousands of people. Zhang Xiu was respectful and cautious towards him. He was not an extraordinary person and usually did not speak much. However, once he opened his mouth, it was enough to overturn an area. This was Jia Xu.
"Wen He, this night attack didn't succeed, so I'm afraid it won't be able to take Cao Cao's life.”Zhang Xiu saw that Jia Xu did not speak after sitting down. After a moment of silence, Zhang Xiu could not hold it in anymore and could only hurriedly ask.
Jia Xu's seemingly half-closed and half-open eyes slowly opened a thin slit. After a while, he heard his hoarse voice slowly say,""My lord, pack up the tents and wait.”
"Wenhe, what do you want me to wait for?" Zhang Xiu asked anxiously.”Jia Xu silently lowered his head and thought for a moment before saying,"Wait for the Cao army to come or…Cao Cao's messenger."
"Cao Cao's messenger?" Zhang Xiu stood up in surprise." Wen He, we have already rebelled. Do you think Cao Cao will send someone to surrender to me?"”Jia Xu frowned and thought for a moment.""If Yuan Shao were to station his troops outside the city at this time, I would naturally advise my lord to take the time to defect to Liu Biao, but... If it was Cao Cao, there would be a chance to turn things around.”
Zhang Xiu gritted his teeth." Wen He, I don't understand. That Cao thief bullied my aunt and occupied my territory. Why do you favor him so much?" Now, the Yuan brothers, one in the south and one in the north, were working together from afar, and the number of soldiers and horses they had was unparalleled in the world. Even Liu Biao of Jingzhou is not weaker than Cao Cao. Why do you insist on persuading me to join Cao Cao?”
Jia Xu pondered for a moment and said silently,""Yuan Shao has a large army, but he lacks military strategy. If you wait for a long time, he will reveal his shortcomings. Liu Biao is a self-defensive person who has no room for development. If he had no other choice, I would not want you to join him. From Jia Xu's point of view, the one who will become the overlord of the world in the future will definitely be Cao Cao. My Lord, Jia Xu and General Zhang Ji are good friends. How can I harm you? My Lord, listen to me and join Cao Cao!”
Zhang Xiu had never thought that the usually taciturn Jia Xu would be so talkative today. He was immediately stunned. After a long while, Zhang Xiu lightly snorted and said,"I'm afraid that our wishful thinking might not make Cao Cao willing to surrender to us.”Hearing this, Jia Xu also sighed in disappointment. Then, he closed his eyes and stopped talking.
The sky was gradually brightening. The Cao army was quickly cleaning up the corpses on the battlefield. Looking at the Cao soldiers who were cleaning up the mess, Cao Ang's heart seemed heavy." This is war."”Cao Ang smiled bitterly to himself." If I didn't know the history, I would probably be among those lying down.”
"Zixiu!" He saw the general walking towards him with his eyebrows raised and his sharp eyes full of spirit, but it still couldn't hide his fatigue. Cao Ang hurriedly went up to him and said with a smile,""How is uncle?"
Xiahou Dun raised his head and laughed. He waved his hand nonchalantly and said,""It's just a small battle. It's not difficult for me, Xiahou Dun. Zixiu, it's fortunate that you knew this beforehand, otherwise the consequences would be worrying. The Lord is resting in the main tent now, so please follow me to see him.”
"To see Cao Cao!" Cao Ang was shocked. The other party was Cao Ang's biological father, and he was a treacherous hero in troubled times. Even a strand of hair would be useless. If he was too different from the real Cao Ang, it would be easy for others, but whether his biological father would be able to see through him was another matter.
Who would have thought that Xiahou Dun would not give Cao Ang any time to prepare at all? He just pulled him and turned to walk towards the main camp. Cao Ang could not help but complain endlessly in his heart, but he had no choice. He followed Xiahou Dun through the camp with a sad face and soon arrived in front of the main camp.
"Eldest Young Master has arrived. Quickly go in and report.”Xiahou Dun calmly instructed the messenger at the door. Then, he turned his head and was instantly stunned. He saw Cao Ang's pale face and a cold look on his head. Xiahou Dun said anxiously,"Zixiu, are you feeling unwell?”
"No, no, uncle need not worry.”Cao Ang had already thrown caution to the wind. After all, the body belonged to Cao Ang, so what else could Cao Cao suspect? If he really gave himself away, he would use the Soulless Illness as an excuse and give up.
The messenger walked out of the tent and bowed to Cao Ang and Xiahou Dun."" Eldest Young Master, General Xia Hou, Lord Sikong has invited you.”Xiahou Dun nodded slightly and took the lead to enter the tent. Cao Ang followed closely behind.
The tent was still in a mess, with dust flying in the air. It could be seen that it had not been carefully cleaned up after last night's battle. There were several generals standing on both sides of the tent, including Dian Wei and Yu Jin. Cao Ang only glanced at them briefly before looking up at the center of the tent. He saw a figure standing behind the desk with his hands behind his back. The person looked to be in his forties. He had a moderate figure, a straight nose and wide mouth, and a short black beard around his lips that was neatly trimmed and smooth. At first glance, he was just an ordinary middle-aged man, but he did not have the charm and elegance of Teacher Bao in the Romance of the Three Kingdoms TV series. So this was Cao Cao!
The man nodded slightly at Xiahou Dun before turning to look at Cao Ang. His kind eyes were elegant and deep. Then, a vigorous and slightly hoarse voice said,""Zixiu, are you injured?"
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