Chapter 31 of the main text: Cao Cao's destruction of Cangting, Xuande, Jingzhou, and Liu Biao

 

Chapter 31 of the main text: Cao Cao's destruction of Cangting, Xuande, Jingzhou, and Liu Biao

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But it was said that Cao Cao took advantage of Yuan Shao's defeat, reorganized his army and horses, and launched a fierce pursuit. Yuan Shao wore a single robe and led over 800 riders to the north bank of Liyang,

General Jiang Yiqu went out of the village to welcome him. Shao filed a lawsuit against Yiqu in the past. Yiqu summoned the dispersed crowd, and when they heard of Shao's presence, they all gathered together with ants. military

The momentum has regained momentum, and it is proposed to return to Jizhou. On the second day of the military expedition, I stayed overnight in the barren mountains. Shao heard crying from afar in his tent, so he went to listen to it privately. But they were defeated

Gather together, express the pain of losing a brother, a younger brother, abandoning a companion, and a loved one, each pounding their chest and crying loudly, saying, 'If we had listened to Tian Feng's words, how could we have suffered this?'

Disaster! ”Shao Da regretted and said, "I didn't listen to Tian Feng's words, and my army will be defeated and I will perish. If I go back now, what face will I see?" The next day, he mounted his horse

In the middle of the journey, Ji led his army to pick him up. Shao said to Feng Ji, "I did not listen to Tian Feng's words, which led to this defeat. I am returning now and ashamed to see this person

Feng Jinyin lied and said, "When Feng heard about the defeat of our lord in prison, he clapped his hands and laughed heartily, saying, 'If you don't get what I expected!' Yuan Shao was furious and said“

How dare the scholar laugh at me! I will kill it! ”Then the envoy, Gui Baojian, was ordered to first go to the prison in Jizhou to kill Tian Feng.

But Tian Feng is in prison. One day, the prison guard came to see Feng and said, "Congratulations on parting ways!" Feng replied, "What joy can we celebrate?" The prison guard said

General Yuan has suffered a great defeat and returned, and you must have seen the severity of the situation. "Feng smiled and said," I am dead now! "The prison guard asked," Everyone is happy for you

What about death? ”Feng said, "General Yuan is lenient on the outside but wary on the inside, not loyal. If I am pleased with victory, I can still forgive myself; if I am defeated now, I am ashamed,

I don't want to live anymore. ”The prison guard did not believe it. Suddenly, an envoy with a sword arrived and ordered Yuan Shao to take the head of Tian Feng, which startled the prison guards. Feng said:“

I firmly know that I will die. ”The prison guards all shed tears. Feng said, "A great man born in heaven and earth, who does not know his master and acts without knowledge, is ignorant!

What a pity to die today! ”He committed suicide in prison. There is a poem by later generations that goes: 'Yesterday, Ju Shou lost his army, and today he died in Tianfeng Prison.'

The pillars of Hebei are all broken, why didn't we lose our family and country in the beginning! ”Tian Feng has passed away, and those who hear of him are all filled with regret.

Yuan Shao returned to Jizhou, feeling restless and indifferent to political affairs. His wife Liu advised him to have an heir. The eldest son of Shao's third son, Yuan Tan, with the courtesy name Xiansi, was appointed as the governor

Qingzhou; The second son, Yuan Xi, with the courtesy name Xianyi, was stationed in Youzhou; The third son, Yuan Shang, with the courtesy name Xianfu, was born into the Liu family, the wife of Shao, and was born with a handsome and majestic appearance,

Shao loves her deeply, so stay by her side. After the defeat of the Guandu army, Liu advised Shang to be appointed as the heir, and Shao Nai, together with Shen Pei, Feng Ji, and Xin Ping

Guo Tu discussed with the four of them, reviewed the original case, and met with the two of them to assist Yuan Shang; Xin and Guo, assisting Yuan Tan; Each of the four is their own master. when

Xia Yuan Shao said to the four of them, "The external troubles have not subsided yet, and the internal affairs cannot be decided early. I will propose to appoint a successor: the eldest son Tan, who happens to be killed due to human nature

The second son Xi is timid and difficult to achieve; San Zishang is a hero with a noble character, who respects the virtuous and scholars. I want to establish him as such. What does' gong 'mean? ”

Guo Tu said, "Among the three sons, Tan is the eldest, and now he lives outside. If the lord deposes the eldest and establishes the youngest, this will be a chaotic and cute situation. The military's power has been slightly weakened, and the enemy soldiers are in disarray

Under pressure, how can father and son brothers continue to argue and rebel against each other? My lord, please consider the strategy of resisting the enemy and the matter of establishing an heir. There is no room for further discussion. ”Yuan Shao

Hesitation and indecision. Suddenly reporting that Yuan Xi had led 60000 troops from Youzhou; Yuan Tan led 50000 troops from Qingzhou; My nephew Gao Gan also led 50000 soldiers

From Bingzhou: each came to Jizhou to assist in the war. Shaoxi, once again organize people to fight against Cao Cao in the Malay War. The victorious soldiers of Shi Cao were displayed on the river

The local people welcomed it with baskets, pots, and mortar. After seeing several elders and their hair turning white, he ordered them to sit in the tent and asked, "How many years is my father-in-law

Ji? ”Answer: "I want to be nearly a hundred years old." Cao said, "My soldiers have disturbed your hometown, and I am very uneasy." Father said, "During the reign of Emperor Huan

Yellow stars were found in the Chu and Song dynasties. Yin Kui, a native of Liaodong, was skilled in astronomy and spent his nights here. He told the old man and others that yellow stars were found in dry elephants,

Exactly here. In the next fifty years, when a real person emerged between Liang Pei. In terms of years, it's a total of fifty years. Yuan Benchu's heavy taxation on the people

The people are all resentful. The Prime Minister's promotion of benevolence and righteousness, the hanging of the people and the suppression of crimes, the Battle of Guandu, and the defeat of one million soldiers led by Yuan Shao were in line with the words of Yin Kui at that time

Zhaomin hopes for peace. ”Cao smiled and said, 'How dare you be what the old man says?' He then took wine, food, silk, and gave it to the old man and sent it away. Order Three

Jun: "If anyone goes to the countryside to kill chickens and dogs, it will be considered a crime of murder!" So the military and civilians were shocked. Cao also secretly rejoiced in his heart. Ren Bao Yuan Shaoju

The soldiers of the four states, with a total of two to three hundred thousand, will advance to the lower fortress of Cangting. Lead the troops forward, the lower camp has been established. The next day, the two armies were facing each other and each was deployed

Formation. Zhao led the generals to the formation, and Shao also led his three sons and one nephew, as well as civil and military officials, to the front of the formation. Cao said, "The original plan is exhausted, why bother

Not willing to surrender? Waiting for the knife to strike, regret is out of reach! ”Shao was furious and looked back at the generals, saying, "Who dares to take action?" Yuan Shangyu wanted to leave his father behind

Before showing off his strength, he danced with his double swords and galloped back and forth with flying horses. The instructor asked the generals, "Who is this?" The knowledgeable person replied, "This

Yuan Shao's third son, Yuan Shangye. ”Before finishing the speech, a gun was fired early. Observe him, it is Xu Huang's general Shi Huan. Two riders intersect, not three

Hehe, still pulling the Spurs diagonally away. Shi Huan rushed over, and Yuan Shang picked up his bow and arrow, turned over and shot from behind, hitting Shi Huan's left eye and falling off his horse to die. Yuan

Shao Jianzi emerged victorious, waved his whip, and a large group of soldiers and men rushed over, engaging in a fierce battle and killing each other. They all fired gold to withdraw their troops and return to their stronghold.

Cao discussed with the generals the strategy to defeat Shao. Cheng Yu proposed a plan of ten sided ambush, persuading Cao to retreat to the river, ambush ten troops, and lure Shao to pursue to the river

Our army has no way out and will fight to the death. We can defeat Shao. Divide into five teams on each side. Left: Team 1 Xiahou Dun, Team 2

Team Zhang Liao, Team 3 Li Dian, Team 4 Le Jin, Team 5 Xiahou Yuan; Right: Team 1 Cao Hong, Team 2 Zhang He, Team 3 Xu Huang, Team 4 Yu

Ban, five teams high view. Xu Chu was the vanguard of the Central Army. The next day, the ten teams advanced and set up ambushes on both sides. Until midnight, command Xu Chu to lead the troops

Forward, feign the trend of robbing the fortress. The people and horses of Yuan Shao's five villages rose up together. Xu Chu returned to the army and left. Yuan Shao led his army to rush over, shouting incessantly

At dawn, rush to the river. The Cao army had no way out, and Cao shouted loudly, "There is no way out ahead, why don't all the armies die in battle?" The troops turned back

Strive forward with all your might. Xu Chu's flying horse took the lead and killed more than ten generals. The Yuan army was in chaos. Yuan Shao withdrew his troops in a hurry, and the Cao army rushed behind him. Between rows

With a drumming sound, Xiahou Yuan on the left and Gao Lan on the right, the two armies rushed out. Yuan Shaoju had three sons and one nephew, running on a bloody journey. Is it okay

Ten miles away, Le advanced on the left and Yu Jian emerged on the right, leaving Yuan's army dead and bleeding profusely. It's not even a few miles, Li on the left

Dian, Xu Huang on the right, the two armies intercepted and killed for a while. Yuan Shao and his son were terrified and rushed into the old village. Order the three armies to cook, only to wait for food, left

Bian Zhang Liao, Zhang He on the right, come straight to charge towards the fortress. Shao hurriedly mounted his horse and headed towards Cangting. The troops are exhausted and want to rest. Behind Cao Cao's army

Arriving, Yuan Shao sacrificed his life and left. Between them, Cao Hong on the right and Xiahou Dun on the left block the way. Shao exclaimed, "If we don't make a decision

In a battle of death, one must be captured! ”Struggling in conflict, we must break free from the encirclement. Yuan Xi and Gao Gan were both injured by arrows. The military horses have died completely. Shao Baosan

I cried bitterly and fainted unconsciously. Everyone rushed to the first aid, and Shao spat out blood uncontrollably. He sighed and said, "I have fought dozens of battles myself, but today I am not satisfied

This is embarrassing! I also lost myself this day! Please return to your respective provinces and swear to fight against the Cao bandits! ”Teach Xin Ping and Guo Tu urgently to follow Yuan Tan

Go to Qingzhou for rectification, fearing that Cao Cao may invade the border; Yuan Xi was instructed to return to Youzhou, while Gao Gan was instructed to return to Bingzhou: each to gather his troops and prepare for deployment.

Yuan Shao introduced Yuan Shang and others to Jizhou to recuperate, and ordered Shang, Shen Pei, and Feng Ji to temporarily take charge of military affairs. It is said that Cao Cao achieved a great victory at Cangting and rewarded the three armies greatly;

Let's explore the reality of Jizhou. Detailed report: "Shao is bedridden due to illness. Yuan Shang and Shen Pei are guarding the city tightly. Yuan Tan, Yuan Xi, and Gao Gan are all present

Return to our home state. ”Everyone urged Cao to attack urgently. Cao said, "Jizhou has an extremely wide range of grain, and there is a clever strategy for allocation. There is no urgent need to pull it out. Currently, there is a shortage of crops

In the fields, there is a fear of destroying civilian property, so it is not too late to take it after autumn. ”During the main discussion, Xun Yu suddenly received a letter saying, "Liu Bei obtained something in Runan

Liu Pi and Gong Du had tens of thousands of followers. Upon hearing that the Prime Minister had raised an army to march to Hebei, he ordered Liu Bi to guard Runan and personally lead troops to attack Xuchang.

The Prime Minister can quickly return to the army to resist. ”Cao Hong was shocked and stationed troops on the river, showing off his strength. Carry your own soldiers to Runan to welcome Liu Bei.

But Xuande, along with Guan, Zhang, Zhao Yun, and others, led troops to attack Xudu. Approaching the ground of Rangshan, he encountered the killing of Cao's soldiers, and Xuande was able to reach Rangshan easily

Xiazhai, the army is divided into three teams: Yun Chang stationed his troops at the southeast corner, Zhang Fei stationed his troops at the southwest corner, and Xuan De and Zhao Yun established their stronghold in the south. Cao

When the troops arrived, Xuande shouted out. Form a formation and ask Xuande to chat. Xuande emerged under the banner of the Gate. Using a whip to curse, he said:“

I treat you as a distinguished guest, why do you betray me and forget my kindness? ”Xuande said, "You falsely claim to be the Prime Minister of Han, but in reality, you are a traitor to the country! I am a member of the Han family and a devoted follower of heaven

Zimi Zhao, come and punish the rebels! ”Immediately recited the edict on clothing and belts. Be extremely angry and teach Xu Chu to go to war. Behind Xuande, Zhao Yun stood up with a gun and made a move

Two generals intersect and form thirty alliances, with no winner or loser. Suddenly, there was a loud cry and a clash of clouds came from the southeast corner; On the southwest corner, Zhang Fei

Leading to military conflict. Hide and kill three places together. Cao Jun came from afar exhausted and unable to withstand the pressure, and left after a major defeat. Xuande returned to camp victorious.

The next day, Zhao Yun fought again. The soldiers will not leave for ten days. Even if Xuande sends Zhang Fei to fight again, he won't be able to move his troops. Xuande became increasingly suspicious. Suddenly reporting to Gong

They were all transported grain and surrounded by the Cao army. Xuande urgently ordered Zhang Fei to rescue them. Suddenly, it was reported that Xiahou Dun led his army to raid the back and take Runan, which greatly shocked Xuande

He said, 'If that's the case, I will be attacked before and after and have nowhere to go!' He urgently dispatched Yun Chang to rescue him. Both armies are going. One day, Pegasus came to report summer

Hou Dun has broken through Runan, Liu Pi abandoned the city and left, and Yun Chang is currently surrounded. Xuande was greatly surprised. Reported Zhang Fei to rescue Gong Du again, but was also surrounded

That's it. Xuande was eager to return his troops, but feared that he would attack after manipulating them. Suddenly reporting the battle outside the fortress to Xu Chu. Xuande dared not go to war and waited until dawn to teach the soldiers

Satisfy yourself, the infantry will start first, the cavalry will follow later, and there will be more scattered orders in the village. Xuande and others left the fortress about a few miles away, turned around the earth mountain, and the torches lit up,

The mountain top shouted loudly, 'Xiu Jiao has left Liu Bei! The Prime Minister is waiting here!' Xuande hurriedly walked. Zhao Yun said, "Master, do not worry,

But come with someone. ”Zhao Yun brandished his spear and leaped onto his horse, clearing a path for him, while Xuan De followed behind with his twin swords. During the battle. Xu Chu chased after Zhao Yunli

War. Behind the ban, Li Dian arrived again. Xuande saw the danger and left in panic. As the shouts from behind grew louder, Xuande gazed into the secluded mountain road,

Single horse escape.

After enduring until dawn, a large army rushed out from the side. Xuande was greatly surprised and saw that Liu Bi had led a defeated army of over a thousand riders to escort Xuande's family to come;

Sun Qian. Jian Yong and Mi Fang also arrived and said, 'The Xiahou Dun army is very strong, so they abandoned the city and left. Cao's army arrived, fortunately, Yun Chang blocked them.'

Stay, therefore you have to take off. ”Xuande said, "I don't know where Yun Chang is now." Liu Pi said, "General, let's go, but then pay attention

Within a few miles, a drum sounded and a large group of people rushed out ahead. As the first general, it was Zhang Tai who shouted, 'Liu Bei, dismount quickly and accept surrender!'!

”Xuande was about to retreat when he saw the red flag grinding on the mountain top, and an army emerged from the mountain dock, led by a general named Gao Lanye. Xuande Two

With no way out, he looked up at the sky and shouted, "Why is heaven making me suffer so much? The situation is so dire that I might as well die!" Liu Bi wanted to draw his sword and commit suicide

Urgently stopping, he said, "Rong will fight to the death, seize the road and save you." After finishing his words, he came to confront Gao Lan. Unable to fight three times, was slashed by Gao Lan with a single knife

Under the horse.

Xuande was in a panic and wanted to fight on his own. Suddenly, Gao Lan's rear army fell into chaos and charged towards the formation. As soon as the gun was fired, Gao Lan turned over and fell from his position. Looking at it,

It's Zhao Yun. Xuande was overjoyed. Yun Zongma wielded his gun, killed the rear team, and then came to the front army to fight alone against Zhang Tai. Tai and Yun fought together for more than thirty times, stirring up trouble

The horse was defeated. Yun took advantage of the situation to charge forward, but was defended by the Tai army at the mountain pass, and the road was narrow and not accessible. On the way, I saw Yun Chang, Guan Ping, and Zhou Cang

Bring three hundred troops over. Attack twice and repel Zhang Tai. Go out of each pass and occupy the dangerous mountain stronghold. Xuande sent Yun Chang to search for Zhang Fei. originally

Zhang Fei went to save Gong Du, who had already been killed by Xiahou Yuan; Fei fought hard to repel Xiahou Yuan, but was surrounded by the army led by Le Jin.

Yun Changlu encountered a defeated army, followed them away, killed and retreated, and returned with Fei to meet Xuande.

The People's Daily reported that the army of Cao had arrived, and Xuande instructed Sun Qian and others to protect the young and old in advance. Xuande, along with Guan, Zhang, and Zhao Yun, fought and left. fuck

Seeing Xuande go far away, he did not rush to gather troops. Xuande's defeated army was less than a thousand and fled in embarrassment. Go to a river and ask the locals, it's the Han River

Xuande has power and camp. The locals knew it was Xuande and offered sheep wine, gathering to drink on the beach. Xuande sighed and said, 'All you have a king.'

Zuo Zhicai unfortunately followed Liu Bei. The embarrassing situation of being prepared has affected all of you. Today I have no standing guard, I sincerely fear that I may have made mistakes to you all. Why don't you give up

Be prepared to submit to the wise lord in order to gain fame and fortune? ”Everyone covered their faces and cried. Yun Chang said, "Brother's words are wrong. In the past, Emperor Gaozu and Xiang Yu competed for the world

The number was defeated by Yu; The Battle of Houjiuli Mountain was successful, and a 400 year foundation was established. How can we set our own goals for victory and defeat in military strategy! ”Sun Qian

It is said, "Success or failure is sometimes impossible to lose heart. This is not far from Jingzhou. Liu Jingsheng was stationed in nine commanderies, with a strong army and sufficient food, and he and the Duke were both from the Han dynasty

Ancestral relatives, why not join him? ”Xuande said, "But I'm afraid it won't be heard." Qian said, "I wish to speak first, so that Jing Sheng can leave the country and welcome him

Duke Zhuang "Xuande was overjoyed and ordered Sun Qian to travel to Jingzhou overnight. Upon arriving at the county to meet Liu Biao, after the ceremony, Liu Biao asked, "Why is Duke Xuande

So this is it? ”Qian said, "Liu, the ruler of the world, is a hero. Although he has a small army and few soldiers, his ambition is to support the country. Liu Pi and Gong in Runan are both heroes

Family ties are also repaid with death. Ming Gong and the maidservant are both nobles of the Han dynasty; Today, I have suffered a new defeat and intend to defect to Sun Zhongmou in the east of the river. Unauthorized remarks

It is said that one should not turn away from their parents and approach them with reluctance. General Liu of Jingzhou showed respect to the wise and virtuous, and the soldiers returned like water to the east, let alone those of the same sect? Therefore, Jun Te

Let Qian come first to worship Bai. Only by the order of Duke Ming. ”Xuande, my younger brother. We have been longing to meet for a long time but have not been able to obtain it. I am willing to visit you now

It's really fortunate! ”Cai Maoqiao said, "No. Liu Bei first followed Lu Bu, then followed Cao Cao, and even recently defected to Yuan Shao, but none of them were successful. It's enough

Seeing him as a person. If I were to accept it now, Cao Cao would surely increase his troops against me and engage in a futile war. Why not behead Sun Qian as a tribute to Cao Cao? Cao will be treated with great respect

My lord also. ”Sun Qian said with a serious expression, "Qian is not someone who fears death. Liu Yaojun is loyal to his country, unlike Cao Cao, Yuan Shao, Lu Bu, and others.

I had no choice but to comply with the previous situation. I heard that General Liu was of Han Dynasty Miao ethnicity and had close ties with the same clan, so they shared a thousand miles of common ground. Why do you slander and envy the wise

yeah? ”Upon hearing this, Liu Biao rebuked Cai Mao and said, "My decision has been made, do not speak too much." Cai Mao felt ashamed and resentful, and Liu Biao then ordered Sun Qian

First, go to Bao Xuande and personally go thirty miles out of Guo to greet him. Xuande bowed respectfully upon seeing the table. The table also treats each other kindly. Xuande Yinguan

Zhang and others paid a visit to Liu Biao, who then entered Jingzhou with Xuande and was assigned to live in a courtyard. But Cao Cao discovered that Xuande had fled to Jingzhou to seek refuge with Liu

I want to attract troops to attack it. Cheng Yu said, "Yuan Shao has not been eliminated, but he suddenly attacked Jingxiang. If Yuan Shao rises from the north, the outcome is unknown.

It's better to return the troops to Xudu, cultivate the army and store up strength, wait for the warm spring next year, and then lead the troops to defeat Yuan Shao first, and then take Jingxiang: the benefits of the north and south can be achieved in one fell swoop

Collect as well. ”Following his words, he raised his troops and returned to Xudu. In the seventh year of Jian'an, in the spring of January, Cao Fu discussed the establishment of an army. First, leave Xiahou Dun and Man

Pet guarding Runan to reject Liu Biao; Leave Cao Ren and Xun Yu to guard Xu Du: personally lead the army to Guandu for settlement. Let's talk about Yuan Shao's old sense of nostalgia

Vomiting blood syndrome, with slight recovery now, discussing plans to attack Xudu. The judge advised, "In the old year, officials crossed the river, but the defeat at Cangting did not shake the morale of the army

When deep trenches and high fortifications are built to support the military and civilians. ”During the discussion, it was suddenly reported that Cao Cao would advance to Guandu to attack Jizhou. Shao said, "If we wait for the troops to arrive

Under the city, approaching the moat and resisting the enemy, it's already too late. I will lead my own army to welcome you. ”Yuan Shang said, "My father's illness has not yet recovered,

Not suitable for expedition. I am willing to lead troops to confront the enemy. ”Shao Xuzhi then sent people to Qingzhou to take Yuan Tan, Youzhou to take Yuan Xi, and Bingzhou to take Gao Gan

Four roads together defeat Cao Cao. It is precisely because they have just sounded the war drums to Runan and launched a campaign from northern Hebei. Unknown outcome, let's listen to the following breakdown

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