Chapter 59: Night attack on Cao’s army, Guan Yu, Zhao Yun, Gan Ning sneaks north
After discovering the big secret of Cao’s army, the top leaders in Wancheng were very excited and began to make preparations.

The scouts sent out to investigate soon brought back the news.

As expected, Xu Du is already in great chaos.

Because Cao Cao suddenly ordered the relocation of Xu Du, many aristocratic families were shocked and confused.

However, because Cao’s army blocked the outside news, the situation in Xu Du did not spread out. Instead, Liu Wu sent people to investigate and immediately learned the situation.

The residence of the General of Cavalry.

In the meeting hall.

Liu Wu seemed very excited and said:

“Cao Cao really wants to retreat to Guanzhong. It seems that everything is as Shi Yuan expected. Then, we will act according to the plan.”

In the hall, Mi Zhu, Xu Shu, Jian Yong, Guan Yu, Zhang Fei, Zhao Yun, Gan Ning and others were all very excited.

Because Pang Tong’s guess was accurate.

So, since Cao Cao really wants to retreat to Guanzhong in a large scale, they can take the opportunity to occupy Cao Cao’s territory.

“Yun Chang, follow the master’s plan and lead three thousand soldiers to capture Xuzhou.”

Liu Wu did not hesitate and said to Guan Yu.

Guan Yu had already made preparations. He listened to Liu Wu’s instructions, stroked his beard, and said proudly:
“Don’t worry, three thousand soldiers are enough!”

Upon hearing this, Liu Wu nodded. If Cao’s army retreated and the cities in Xuzhou were empty, three thousand soldiers would be enough to take over smoothly. If they recruited some soldiers from the county and added Guan Yu’s reputation, they should be able to scare people.

“Zilong, you will lead 8,000 soldiers and horses to sneak into Yanzhou. After Cao’s army retreats, immediately occupy important cities and station troops in Puyang.”

“Xingba, you will lead 8,000 soldiers and horses to sneak into Yuzhou. After Cao’s army retreats, immediately occupy important cities and station troops in Runan to guard against the Jiangdong troops in the direction of Yangzhou.”

Liu Wu redistributed his troops and sent out two generals, Zhao Yun and Gan Ning.

Upon hearing Liu Wu’s order, Zhao Yun and Gan Ning were both very happy and bowed to Liu Wu in agreement.

However, at this time, Zhang Fei was unwilling to do so. They had finally got the chance to seize the territory. Guan Yu, Zhao Yun, and Gan Ning could all lead the troops, but he was missing?

“Zihao, what about me? Why don’t you send me?”

Zhang Fei suddenly became anxious and expressed his dissatisfaction to Liu Wu.

Liu Wu felt somewhat displeased when he heard Zhang Fei’s dissatisfied words.

Zhang Fei spoke rashly and people didn’t even respect him that much.

Liu Wu made up his mind that as long as Sun Shangxiang gave birth to another child, if he could copy the historical civil and military officials with the surname Li or Liu, Liu Wu would immediately take advantage of Li Cunxiao’s bravery that his second son copied and attributed to himself.

Relying on Li Cunxiao’s bravery, he would definitely pin Guan Yu and Zhang Fei to the ground and rub them hard. He would beat them every time they disobeyed and hang them up and beat them every time they were proud.

“Yide, don’t worry. Actually, I originally planned to let you go to Yanzhou, but Yunchang went to Xuzhou, and you went to Yanzhou, then there would be no one who could hold Wancheng. Think about it, if Cao’s army suddenly launched an attack on Wancheng, and you and Yunchang were not there, wouldn’t it be suspicious?”

“Moreover, Wancheng is going to send out tens of thousands of troops. Even if they are hiding, it is not easy. They will be discovered by Cao’s scouts.”

“Therefore, next, you need to lead the army out of the city in person to confront Cao’s army and attract their attention. You must not let them know that Yunchang, Zilong, and Xingba have left Wancheng!”

Liu Wu said to Zhang Fei soothingly.

When Zhang Fei heard Liu Wu’s words, he knew that he had another important role to play for him, so he was no longer angry and immediately said with a smile:
“I see, Zihao, you are really thoughtful. My second brother is not in Wancheng anymore. If I am not in Wancheng anymore, Cao Cao will be suspicious.”

“Then tell me, how should I, Zhang Fei, protect my second brother, Zilong, Xingba and others from leaving Wancheng?”

Seeing that Zhang Fei was able to understand the overall situation, Liu Wu nodded to Pang Tong beside him.

Pang Tong did not hesitate and said to Zhang Fei:

“If we want Yunchang, Xingba, and Zilong to leave the city smoothly, we still need to divert the attention of Cao’s army and join forces with Wenpin’s army to attack Cao’s camp at night.”

“That night, all the loyal and brave guards will go out to hunt down Cao’s scouts, allowing Yunchang, Xingba, and Zilong to lead the troops out of the city smoothly!”

“Okay, this is a good method. Making a feint to the east and attacking in the west? I, Zhang Fei, understand.” Zhang Fei couldn’t help laughing when he heard Pang Tong’s strategy.

“Third brother, after we leave, you will stay in Wancheng. You must guard it well. This is our foundation and we must not let anything go wrong!” Guan Yu also felt that it was appropriate for Zhang Fei to stay and divert Cao’s army’s attention. However, he was still worried about Zhang Fei’s reckless character, so he could not help but entrust him.

“Haha, don’t worry, second brother, you still don’t believe me!” Zhang Fei smiled nonchalantly.

Seeing Zhang Fei like this, Liu Wu and Pang Tong couldn’t help but frown.

Normally it was okay because he had Liu Bei and Guan Yu to keep him under control. But now that Liu Bei is disabled and Guan Yu has to go far away to Xuzhou, I’m afraid Zhang Fei will be really difficult to control.

However, Pang Tong did not think too much about it and bowed to Liu Wu and said:
“Cao Cao has already started a full retreat. We should send out our troops sooner rather than later. I will go to Xinye now and send Wen Pin north to join us in Wancheng to attack Cao’s camp at night.”

“Okay, then I’ll trouble Shiyuan to make the trip. I’ll send the Loyal and Brave Guards to escort you.” Liu Wu said.

“Thank you, my lord!” Pang Tong bowed and left, preparing to go to Wen Pinjun’s place.

After the meeting was adjourned.

In the pavilion in the back garden of the General of Cavalry’s mansion.

Liu Wu was teasing his two sons, little Liu Mu and little Liu Wei, who were only a few months old.

The two little kids are already babbling.

In particular, little Liu Wei, who was one or two months younger than little Liu Mu, showed the potential to be a great general from the moment he was born. He could crawl at two months old and walk at five months old. He was also born with extraordinary strength and great power.

“Help me, give it to me.”

Little Liu Wei grabbed a handful of grass, ran over to Liu Wu happily, and handed it to him happily.

“Haha, good son.” Liu Wu took the grass from little Liu Wei’s hand and kissed his chubby face.

Seeing this harmonious scene, Mrs. Mi and Mrs. Gan, who were watching from the side, both smiled.

Seeing this, Sun Shangxiang, who was pregnant with a big belly, showed a hint of envy on her delicate face. However, soon, she touched her growing belly and showed a very expectant expression.

It won’t be long before she gives birth, I wonder if it’s a boy or a girl?”

“Woooa …

Suddenly, a cry sounded. When little Liu Mu saw little Liu Wei grab a handful of grass and hand it to Liu Wu, Liu Wu kissed him and he also grabbed a handful of grass and came to Liu Wu, but was pushed down by little Liu Wei.

Little Liu Wei was so strong that little Liu Mu was knocked over and started crying loudly.

“Wei Er, what are you doing? Why are you treating your brother like that?”

Mrs. Gan and Mrs. Mi were startled at once.

Mrs. Gan grabbed little Liu Wei and spanked him.

Mrs. Mi was busy helping her son, little Liu Mu, up and comforting him.

“Hurry up and apologize to your brother. This is really rude of you.” Madam Gan, who was pure, beautiful, and chaste like a fairy, seemed very angry. Little Liu Wei, who was pulled over and spanked by Madam Gan, pouted and started to cry loudly.

“Sister Gan, Wei’er didn’t mean it. Children don’t understand.” Seeing her sister beating her son like that, Mrs. Mi hurriedly said to Mrs. Gan.

“Husband, Wei’er is too strong. When he is with Mu’er, he always hurts Mu’er. This is not good. We should separate them in the future and they can’t play together.” Mrs. Gan said to Liu Wu worriedly.

Her son was born with supernatural powers, which was undoubtedly a very happy thing for Mrs. Gan, a new mother, because it destined her son to be extraordinary in the future.

However, every time Mrs. Gan was with her sister’s son, she would hurt Liu Mu without paying attention, and she felt very guilty.

Hearing what Madam Gan said, even Madam Mi and Sun Shangxiang looked at Liu Wu.

Children are very strong.

Not to mention, little Liu Wei was born with supernatural powers, making him even more destructive.

Liu Wu looked at the way his three wives were looking at him and immediately smiled bitterly.

It seems that my youngest son is really a cause for concern.

However, Liu Wu did not deny this.

In fact, after inheriting Li Cunxiao’s talent, little Liu Wei is truly gifted.

【Name】：Xiao Liu Wei

[Faction]: Nanyang

[Military Potential]: Six stars, with the potential to be an outstanding military commander. He can take the head of an enemy general in the midst of thousands of troops as easily as chopping melons and vegetables.

[Command Potential]: Five stars, top-notch command potential, one of the practitioners of the brave fighting faction.

[Evaluation: This is a little brat with super strong force and military potential. Please don’t underestimate him. Give him some time, he will be able to shock the world.]

Liu Wu looked at his youngest son’s potential panel and couldn’t help but look forward to his future.

But, for now, it’s better to isolate this little brat.

“Let’s do this. From now on, let Mu’er and Wei’er stay away from each other.” Liu Wu waved his hand and said.

Hearing Liu Wu say this, Mrs. Mi breathed a sigh of relief.

Then, Liu Wu looked at Sun Shangxiang who was pregnant and said with a smile:
“Shangxiang, you should also stay away from Wei’er. Be careful not to let Wei’er accidentally touch your belly.”

Upon hearing this, Sun Shangxiang rolled her eyes at Liu Wu and said nothing.

Liu Wu’s eyes became even more heated as he looked at Sun Shangxiang’s bulging belly.

He was looking forward to what would happen when his third child was born.

That night.

There are few stars at night.

Liu Wu went to Mrs. Gan’s room.

Although it was Mrs. Gan who took the initiative to request that little Liu Mu and little Liu Wei not be allowed to be together during the day, this obviously made Mrs. Gan feel uncomfortable.

However, Liu Wu wanted to comfort Madam Gan more.

In addition, Mrs. Mi and Mrs. Gan have given birth for several months.

It is also time to start a new round of seed instillation.

……

On the other side, Pang Tong, escorted by the Loyal and Brave Guards, quickly arrived at Wen Pin’s army in Xinye.

Inside the big tent.

“General Wen Pin, the war is now raging in Guanzhong. Gao Gan, Ma Teng, Han Sui and others are attacking Zhong Yao, the lieutenant sent by Cao Cao. It can be said that this situation is good for us.”

“So, my lord thinks that it is time for us to launch an offensive against Cao Cao while his army is under attack from many sides.”

Pang Tong said with a smile to Wen Pin who was sitting in the main seat.

Sitting in the main seat, Wen Pin raised his eyebrows when he heard Pang Tong’s words. He did not reply immediately, but looked at Kuai Liang beside him.

In fact, Wen Pin was not willing to send troops.

Although Wen Pin also knew that Gao Gan, Ma Teng, Han Sui and others in Guanzhong were attacking Zhong Yao, the Inspector of the Imperial Guards sent by Cao Cao, and were also attacking Cao Cao’s army, and Sun Quan was also attacking Hefei, also attacking Cao Cao.

This is indeed a good time to attack Cao Cao.

However, he received instructions from Liu Biao that unless Cao Cao and Liu Bei were fighting fiercely, there was no need to send troops unless it was necessary.

Although Liu Biao was intimidated by the pressure from the aristocratic families and sent out the army, he was obviously unwilling to suffer more casualties in his army.

Kuai Liang saw Wen Pin looking at him, and then he saw Pang Tong also looking at him.

Kuai Liang thought of the batch of snow salt, rice paper, sugar, and soap that had been shipped out from Wancheng. However, because Cao’s army had besieged Wancheng, it was difficult to transport them out. Kuai Liang said to Wen Pin:
“General Wen Pin, this is indeed a good opportunity to send troops. Cao’s army will not be able to hold out for long as they fight on multiple fronts.”

When Wen Pin heard that Kuai Liang wanted him to send troops, he frowned.

To be honest, Wen Pin was dissatisfied with the Jingxiang families such as Kuai Liang.

I heard that the reason why Xiangyang sent out 100,000 troops this time was because the noble families in Jing and Xiang were bribed by Liu Bei.

Now, the troops are not enough, and you are even thinking of using the lives of the soldiers of Jingxiang to please Liu Bei?

Wen Pin shook his head and said:

“I think now is not a good time to send troops. Sun Quan is leading Zhou Yu to attack Hefei fiercely. Gao Gan, Ma Teng, and Han Sui in Guanzhong also have an army of 200,000. Zhong Yao is definitely no match for them. In my opinion, we should wait a little longer. If they win, Cao Cao might withdraw his troops.”

Inside the big tent, Kuai Liang’s face suddenly turned grim when he heard Wen Pin’s words.

Wen Pin actually rejected his suggestion and did not plan to send troops?

This time he was sent by Liu Biao to serve as a military advisor.

Wen Pin refused to send troops and Kuai Liang looked unhappy. Inside the big tent, Pang Tong was not angry. Instead, he looked at Wen Pin a few more times. He immediately understood that Wen Pin did not listen to the Jingxiang family but was more obedient to Liu Biao’s orders.

Unwilling to send troops to fight with Cao’s army, causing too many casualties!

After Pang Tong understood Wen Pin and Liu Biao’s attitudes, he was not angry.

Instead, a strong smile appeared on his face.

Because this is a good thing. If Wen Pin’s army is not very active in sending troops, they will be able to occupy more of Cao Cao’s territory.

However, at present, Wen Pin’s army still needs to be dispatched to cooperate with the plan.

“General Wen Pin, this is not a good idea. My lord has formed an alliance with you in Xiangyang, but you stationed your troops in Xinye and refused to move forward. Are you going to sit back and watch our Wancheng fight with Cao’s army? This will really damage the reputation of Liu Jingzhou, right?” Pang Tong said angrily, looking angry.

“This…” Wen Pin was speechless when he heard Pang Tong’s words.

Indeed, if his army had been stationed in Xinye and did not advance, just watching the battle between Cao’s army and Wancheng, this would have been embarrassing for Liu Biao, and of course it would have affected the relationship between Liu Biao and the Jingxiang family.

“Shi Yuan, don’t get excited. Since we have joined forces with Liu Bei to fight Cao Cao, we will naturally send troops.” Kuai Liang on the side quickly echoed Xu Shu’s words, then looked at Wen Pin and said angrily:
“General Wen Pin, the lord asked you to be the commander-in-chief and to unite with Wancheng to fight against Cao Cao. Is this what you did? You don’t even dare to fight Cao’s army? Then what’s the point of you being the commander-in-chief?”

Wen Pin was so angry at Pang Tong and Kuai Liang that he lost his temper.

At this time, Pang Tong saw this and said to Wen Pin, “General Wen Pin’s words actually make sense. Zhou Yu is attacking Hefei fiercely, and Gao Gan, Ma Teng, and Han Sui in Guanzhong also have an army of 200,000. Zhong Yao is definitely no match for them. It’s okay to wait a little longer. However, General Wen Pin has been holding back his army, which may make Cao Cao think that the alliance between Wancheng and Liu Jingzhou is fake.”

“We still have to fight Cao’s army.”

“How about this, we attack Cao’s camp at night. After the night attack, no matter what the result is, we will set up two camps outside Wancheng, one Xiangyang camp and one Wancheng camp, led by General Zhang Fei, and form a battle with Wancheng to confront Cao’s army. In this way, since our two families have shown their united attitude, it can also deter Cao’s army and make them dare not act rashly. We can also slowly wait for the situation in Hefei and Guanzhong. How do you think?”

Pang Tong’s words surprised and delighted Wen Pin in the big tent.

It was Liu Biao’s order that allowed us to avoid a brutal fight with Cao’s army.

And he understood what Pang Tong meant.

“Okay, let’s do this. I wonder when the night attack will take place?” After some thought, Wen Pin asked Pang Tong.

Pang Tong said without hesitation: “It is better to do it sooner rather than later. Let’s do it tomorrow night. I will clear out Cao’s scouts at night in Wancheng, and you will lead the army to attack Cao’s camp together with me in Wancheng.”

“Okay!” Wen Pin agreed with Pang Tong’s strategy.

Kuai Liang, who was standing by, also smiled. After the meeting, he took Pang Tong to have a drink. He wanted to talk to Pang Tong about the business of snow salt, rice paper, etc.

……

The next day, at night, the Loyal and Brave Guards attacked from all sides and hunted down Cao’s scouts around Wancheng.

Zhang Fei led an army of 10,000 out of the city, while Wen Pin also led an army on the other side.

The Wancheng army and the Xiangyang army launched a large-scale night attack on Cao’s camp.

As the night attack was launched, Guan Yu, Zhao Yun and Gan Ning quietly led their armies out of the city and headed north under the watchful eyes of the loyal and brave guards in the dark.

(End of this chapter)