Xun Yu? Xun Wenruo!
Cao Cao jumped up from his seat, his eyes filled with disbelief.
This was simply a mountain of gold falling from the sky.
Xun Yu was very famous in the Central Plains. It was rumored that he was a wise man and a talented ruler.
More importantly, the Xun family was a prominent family in Yingchuan. With Xun Yu's participation, it was entirely possible for more aristocratic families to stand on their side.
Cao Cao had heard of Xun Yu's name, but he could not believe that Xun Yu would choose him.
"Yunxiao, Xun Yu is not a simple person. With Xun Yu alone, it is equivalent to waiting for the support of the entire Yingchuan aristocratic family!”
As if worried that Xu Chuan would not be able to understand his reaction, Cao Cao patiently explained.
Xu Chuan naturally knew what Xun Yu's participation meant.
In history, Xun Yu had roped in many talents for Cao Cao, such as Zhong Yao, Xun You, Chen Qun, Du Xi, Xi Zhicai, and Guo Jia.
When Lu Bu launched a sneak attack on Yanzhou, it was all thanks to Xun Yu's defense that Cao Cao's reinforcements arrived.
During the Battle of Guandu, he was one of the few who supported the war, and he had helped Cao Cao to raise food and pay.
If one were to say who was the strongest strategist under Cao Cao, there would probably be a dispute.
However, Xun Yu should be the one who contributed the most.
To put it bluntly, without Xun Wenruo, Cao Cao would not have been able to conquer so many countries.
"Since he's such a great talent, I'm willing to go with my lord to meet him.”
"Alright, let's go!"
Not long after, the three of them returned to the prefect's manor.
A middle-aged man in his thirties stood in the hall with his hands behind his back. He looked very refined.
"Wen Ruo, this Cao really can't believe that you would come to vote for me.”
Cao Cao could not hide the smile on his face and took the initiative to hold Xun Yu's hand.
Xun Yu could understand Cao Cao's enthusiasm.
After all, he was just a cavalry lieutenant who had just been promoted to the position of prefect.
"Milord, you are too kind."
Xun Yu withdrew his hands and bowed respectfully." The Wild Jujube Alliance. Sir, you have made great contributions to the court.”
"When Thief Dong moved westward, Daren dared to lead thousands of family soldiers to chase after Thief Dong and take back the Saint Emperor.”
"When the various dukes are fighting for the jade seal, Milord disdains to associate with them.”
"Daren is the pillar of the Great Han Dynasty. From now on, I am willing to serve my lord.”
These words stunned Cao Cao, and he couldn't help but look at Xu Chuan, who was silent beside him.
Along the way, Cao Cao was a little proud. His fame was big enough to attract such a great sage.
But after hearing Xun Yu's words, he understood.
It was all because of Xu Chuan's previous plan. Not only did it increase his strength, but it also earned him the reputation of being a pillar of the Great Han Dynasty.
Now, he finally realized how powerful the battle at Mount Mang Dang was.
"Wen Ruo, from today onwards, we are one of us. There's no need to be so polite, please take a seat.”
Cao Cao made a gesture of invitation and asked the servants to serve tea.
Xun Yu looked at Xu Chuan before he sat down and smiled politely.
Seeing this, Cao Cao chuckled,"
"This person is my soldier, his name is Xu Chuan.”
"His older brother is the valiant general who killed Hwa Xiong and fought fiercely against Lu Bu, Xu Chu.”
"Oh?"
Xun Yu was obviously surprised. He nodded and said,""So you're also a loyal person.”
"Mr. Xun, please forgive me."
Xu Chuan also sat down.
Xu Chuan was not surprised that Cao Cao did not give him a grand introduction.
In fact, the only people in Cao Camp who knew his identity were Xu Chu and Zhao Yun. The only ones who knew were Cao Ren and Xiahou.
Before Xun Yu came here, he had been a guest under Yuan Shao for a period of time.
With Cao Cao's suspicious personality, he would not reveal Xu Chuan's identity without absolute certainty.
"My lord, I have something to ask.”
Xun Yu asked after they sat down.
"Wen Ruo, feel free to speak."
"I came from Jizhou and heard that the Yellow Turban army in Qingzhou is rampant. There are already a million people who want to rob Yanzhou.”
"I wonder what plans my lord has?”
He didn't expect that Xun Yu would know about this as soon as his scout returned.
Cao Cao glanced at Xu Chuan, but the latter did not say anything.
"I've only just received this news. I'm also preparing to mobilize my troops and march east to support Provincial Governor Liu.”
Xu Chuan shook the teacup in his hand. Boss Cao's acting was really good.
Even if you were a great sage or a famous family, it was not so easy to see your trump card.
He was only saying this to protect his reputation as a pillar of the Han Dynasty.
"My lord, I have something to say.”
"Wen Ruo, tell me."
From the looks of it, Xun Yu didn't seem to agree with this plan?
There was no reason.
"Liu Dai was the governor of Yanzhou in vain, but he wanted to steal the jade seal when the emperor was in danger.”
"Moreover, Liu Dai is fatuous, and his troops are quiet in literature and martial arts. They can't withstand a single blow. They can't stop the sharp edge of the Yellow Turban thief at all. Such a person is not worthy of being the ruler of Yanzhou.”
"This one suggests that my lord should conserve his strength and store up his rations. When Liu Dai's army is defeated, he should send out his army and give the moth bandits a head-on attack at lightning speed.”
"In time, the Imperial Court will reward you according to your merits, and my lord will be able to smoothly take over Yanzhou.”
Xun Yu sighed and said," My lord, only by taking Yanzhou can you truly become strong. One day, you can contend with Dong Wei and save the country from falling. You can help the world from collapsing."”
Cao Cao looked straight at Xun Yu without saying a word. His eyes were filled with complicated emotions.
He did not expect Xun Yu to have such a sharp strategic vision, just like Xu Chuan.
What was even more unexpected was that Mang Dang Mountain's rescue and the abandonment of the battle for the jade seal had brought about such a powerful follow-up effect.
According to Xun Yu, he was the only one among the eighteen vassals who did not participate in the battle for the jade seal.
In that case, no matter which dukedom they were going to attack in the future, at least the scholars in the world would not have too much of an opinion.
This was equivalent to controlling the world!
Even Cao Cao himself did not know that he already had such a huge advantage.
And all of this was given to him by Xu Chuan.
If it was not for the fact that he did not dare to expose Xu Chuan's identity too much with his current strength, he really wanted to ask the imperial court for an official position for Xu Chuan.
However, thinking about it, as long as he got Yanzhou, he would have the right to reward this land, and his strength would also increase.
It wouldn't be too late to repay him then.
Fortunately, Xu Chuan was just like him. He was pragmatic and did not care much about these titles.
Thinking of this, Cao Cao didn't feel so guilty.
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