Three Kingdoms: I, Liu Feng, do not want to die

Chapter 181 Cao Pi's troop movements, Liu Bei's strategic intentions (6k)

Sun Tzu's Art of War says: There is no constant position of troops, just as there is no constant shape of water. Those who can win by taking advantage of the changes of the enemy are called gods.

The core is to disrupt the enemy's judgment through the dynamic changes of "virtual" and "real", so as to seize the initiative on the battlefield.

It is now the first month of the fourth year of Zhangwu (222 AD).

Exactly two years had passed since Liu Bei captured Xiangyang and Cao Ren.

During these two years, Liu Bei made a fresh start with the people in Jingzhou and adopted Liu Feng's strategy of "military farming and garrisoning", deploying a large number of military settlements in the Han River basin.

There are 50,000 troops stationed there, 40,000 of whom are permanently stationed, and two-tenths of them are rotated for rest.

According to Liu Feng's original plan, the fertile land in the Han River Basin was equipped with curved plows, water conservancy, military settlements and other efficient management to implement intensive farming.

In the absence of natural disasters, 30 million hu of grain can be stored in the Han River within six or seven years, enough to provide food for an army of 100,000 for five years.

The actual situation is:
In the first year, Liu Bei's relocation of the capital resulted in huge cost expenditures. In addition, the money and grain of the three counties of Xincheng were not under the overall management of the Jiangling Imperial City, and the military settlements had a large investment at the beginning, so it was difficult to store grain.

In the second year, after Liu Feng transferred the money and grain of the three counties of Xincheng, Yidu and Xiangyang to Zhuge Liang, Liu Bei's treasury had stored grain.

As for how much grain is stored?

A man named Shi Bao secretly sent a secret report to Sima Yi, saying that the military settlement in Jingzhou in the second year had accumulated about 4 million hu of grain.

Four million hu are enough to feed a hundred thousand people for most of half a year.

Cao Pi had previously suspected that the numbers in Shi Bao's secret report were too false, and believed that Liu Bei's military settlements could not have such a large amount of stored grain.

When Xu County first started farming, the yield was only one million hu.

Later, I thought that the harvests from farming on the Han River and in Xu County should be different. In addition, the curved plow mentioned by Shi Bao is very suitable for deep tillage of paddy fields in the south.

Although Cao Pi didn't dare to believe it completely, he didn't dare not to believe it either.

And now.

Zhang Fei appeared in Nanxiang, Liu Bei and Guan Yu appeared in Xiangyang, and Liu Feng and Zhao Yun gathered 20,000 troops to attack Wancheng.

If he didn't have enough food and grass, how could Liu Bei dare to be so arrogant?

Making decisions on military and national affairs requires caution and thoroughness.

On the one hand, Liu Bei sent Liu Chan, Zhuge Liang and Ma Chao to lead the generals from Dongchuan to launch a surprise attack on Tianshui in order to divide Cao Pi's troops in Guanzhong; on the other hand, he sent Liu Feng and Zhao Yun to lead the main vanguard to go to Xiangyang to attack Wancheng and seize the northern gate of Jingzhou.

Furthermore, Shi Bao secretly reported that Liu Bei's army had stored about 4 million hu of grain the following year. No matter how you looked at it, it seemed that Liu Bei was coming for a decisive battle.

Liu Bei, Guan Yu, Zhang Fei, Zhao Yun, Liu Feng and others appeared north of the Han River, and the food and grass were enough for the 100,000-strong army to use for more than half a year.

Unless Cao Pi was a genius or had clairvoyance, he would not dare to bet whether Liu Bei came for a decisive battle or to test him.

Cao Pi was very distressed!
If it had been a few years later, or even a year later, Cao Pi would not have hesitated at all to fight a decisive battle with Liu Bei.

however.

Cao Pi had just returned from his expedition against Sun Quan last year. His soldiers were tired and their food and fodder were insufficient.

True.

Cao Pi had a vast territory and a large population.

But military rations need to be transported.

For example, if Cao Pi wanted to attack Sun Quan, he would transport food and fodder from various counties to Shouchun first, which would take several months.

same.

If Cao Pi wanted to have a decisive battle with Liu Bei, he would have to transport food and fodder from various counties to Luyang behind Wancheng, which would also take several months.

Let’s look at Liu Bei.

He already had military farms in the Han River basin and had convenient shipping, so he spent less time than Cao Pi in transporting money and grain from various counties to Xiangyang.

In addition, Liu Bei came well prepared, while Cao Pi responded hastily. In a short period of time, Cao Pi's logistics could not compare with Liu Bei's.

But if it was delayed for another year, Cao Pi's logistical advantage would surpass Liu Bei's.

The vast territory and large population are the core reason why Cao Pi can still gain the upper hand even though he is not as good as Liu Bei in military affairs.

Why did Liu Bei decide to advance his troops at this point in time?
The essence is just one: weak!
If your overall strength is stronger than Cao Pi's, why would you bother with all those fancy moves?
The poor can use tactics to intersperse, while the rich can provide firepower coverage.

Cao Pi could also guess Liu Bei's intention.

Only by raising the banner of the Northern Expedition could Liu Bei rally the people's hearts. Otherwise, the longer the time dragged on, the more likely the people in the south would lose their hearts after they discovered that Cao Wei's power was growing stronger.

When Liu Bei, Guan Yu and other elders pass away, the remaining young people will gradually lose their enterprising spirit and there will be nothing to worry about.

Although Cao Pi is incompetent, he is not stupid.

Cao Pi knew exactly what the current situation of his own troops was.

It would be extremely unwise to engage in a decisive battle with Liu Bei at this time.

The more the enemy wants something, the less you can give him. Only by doing the opposite can you gain the advantage.

But Cao Pi was also very depressed when Liu Bei attacked him closely.

After proclaiming himself emperor, Cao Pi failed to gain an advantage in the battle against Liu Bei. Instead, he suffered defeat and lost territory and generals.

even.

Even Sun Quan couldn't be defeated!
Although there were reasons for Liu Feng's sneak attack on Shiyang, the fact is that he failed to defeat Cao Pi. No amount of reasons could change that fact, and the officials, soldiers and people of Cao Wei would not feel awe of Cao Pi.

[The more critical the situation, the more you must not lose your sense of proportion. 】

Cao Pi closed his eyes and recalled how Cao Cao responded to critical situations when he was alive.

Cao Pi's character was unmatched by ordinary people as he was able to successfully ascend to the throne despite Cao Cao's "crazy criticism" education.

a long time.

Cao Pi opened his eyes and made a decision in his heart.

"According to the opinions of all the ministers, I will convey my oral order to appoint Pingyuan King Cao Rui as the Crown Prince of Wei and to supervise the military affairs of Yongzhou and Liangzhou. From now on, you will go to Guanzhong to supervise the war and capture Liu Chan and Zhuge Liang alive!

The ceremony of enthroning the crown prince, including the imperial seal, imperial seal, and temple visit, will be completed after the war. The Grand Commandant Zhong Yao will go with the crown prince.

(Note: The official title of Zhong Yao in the previous article was wrong and has been corrected.)
As soon as he finished speaking, the entire hall fell silent.

Obviously.

Even Chen Qun, the proposer, did not expect that Cao Pi had remained silent after arguing for so long. As a result, as soon as the military report from Wancheng arrived, Cao Pi agreed directly.

Not only did he agree, he also made it clear that he would confer the title of Crown Prince of Wei on Cao Rui.

From the heart.

If Liu Bei had not led his troops to attack, Cao Pi would not have appointed Cao Rui as the crown prince at this time.

Since Cao Rui's biological mother Zhen Mi was executed by Cao Pi, Cao Pi was worried that Cao Rui would harbor resentment because of his mother's death, and he was also afraid that Cao Rui would liquidate Queen Guo's lineage after he succeeded to the throne.

In addition, some ministers in the court, such as Chen Qun and Sima Yi, tended to support Queen Guo, and Cao Pi also needed to weigh the influence of the harem and the gentry on the crown prince.

Taking all these factors into consideration, Cao Pi always allowed Cao Rui to participate in state affairs on the pretext of observing him, and did not publicly appoint a crown prince, in order to test Cao Rui's attitude and the reaction of his ministers.

however.

The world does not revolve around Cao Pi.

The ideal is full, but the reality is cruel.

Cao Pi also knew that those who want to accomplish great things should not be obsessed with trivial matters.

Under the current situation, Cao Pi cannot go to Guanzhong in person, and needs Cao Rui to go to Guanzhong as the crown prince to calm the people of Yong and Liang.

Zhong Yao also had considerable prestige in Yong and Liang, so it would be more prudent to let Zhong Yao go with Cao Rui.

As for the rituals of enthroning documents, making seals, visiting temples, etc., they were added after the war, which was done intentionally by Cao Pi.

First, time is urgent and there is no time to waste.

Secondly, if Cao Rui did not perform well, then naturally there would be no need to make up for the etiquette.

No ministers objected to Cao Pi's decision to appoint Cao Rui as the crown prince, which was also the original demand of Chen Qun and others.

By appointing a crown prince, people's hearts are at peace.

The hidden dangers along Liu Chan's way were temporarily resolved, and Cao Pi shifted the focus of the court's affairs to Liu Feng in Wancheng and Liu Bei in Xiangyang.

In this regard.

Some suggested that "Your Majesty should personally visit Xu County to supervise Wancheng", some suggested that "Liu Bei should be condemned for his unprovoked invasion", some suggested "allying with Sun Quan to attack him from behind", and some even went so far as to suggest "dispatching Liu Xie, Duke of Shanyang, to Wancheng to persuade Liu Bei to withdraw his troops."

Listening to the increasingly outrageous plans of the court officials, Cao Pi suppressed his discomfort and looked at Sima Yi, Man Chong, Liu Ye and others who were still silent.

When it comes to military affairs, we still need professionals.

"Why did Zhongda remain silent?" Cao Pi called out.

Man Chong, Zhao Yan, Liu Ye, Jiang Ji and others also looked at Sima Yi.

Seeing everyone looking at him, Sima Yi quickly saluted and said, "Your Majesty, please forgive me. I just find it strange that although Liu Bei is coming with great momentum, his advantage is not obvious.

The Wancheng area is not a water area where rivers crisscross in the south of the Yangtze River. Liu Bei not only has no naval advantage, but also has a cavalry disadvantage.

Using one's own weakness to attack the other party's strength, and coming with such force and momentum, like a bamboo breaking through, that one cannot help but be suspicious!
Therefore, I think Liu Bei is not here to fight a decisive battle with Your Majesty."

After Sima Yi mentioned this, Liu Ye also felt the same way: "Your Majesty, I think so too. Liu Bei has been using troops for many years and is well aware of the number of wins and losses. He must also understand the strengths and weaknesses of both sides.

Even if Liu Bei was proud of his victory, his good fighters like Guan Yu and Liu Feng would have advised him against it, but now they are coming in droves, which is extremely suspicious. "

Jiang Ji proposed a hypothesis: "Is there a possibility that the troops in Jingzhou are just decoys, and Liu Bei's strategic focus is in Yizhou?"

Man Chong disagreed: "Liu Bei's troops are mostly in Jingzhou, and there are very few troops in Yizhou.

If Jingzhou was a decoy, it meant that Liu Chan, who was attacking Longyou, would have to use a small force to defeat a large one and capture the counties of Longyou and resist the counterattack of the Yong and Liang armies.

Although Ma Chao was brave, he had no good cavalry under his command and it was difficult for him to win; although Zhuge Liang was wise, he could not come up with a good plan under the absolute suppression of military force; although Liu Chan was the crown prince, he was not as brave and wise as Liu Bei's adopted son Liu Feng.

Even if Sun Wu were reborn, he would not be able to help Liu Chan with his small and weak army to run rampant in Yong and Liang. Therefore, I think that Jingzhou will never be a suspicious force! "

Zhao Yan proposed another hypothesis: "Is it possible that the attack on Longyou was a deception, and the attack on Wancheng was also a deception. Just like Liu Feng's sneak attack on Shiyang last year, he had other intentions."

Sima Yi said, "I have also thought that Liu Chan who attacked Longyou and Liu Feng who attacked Wancheng were both decoys. But I can't figure it out. If both places were decoys, what was Liu Bei's real intention?"

Liu Ye pondered for a moment and guessed, "Could it be Pingchun? First, he ordered the warlike Liu Feng to lead his troops to feint and attack Wancheng, and lead Pingchun's troops to rescue Wancheng. Then he sent another general to Jiangxia to attack Pingchun and then control Yiyang in the upper reaches of the Huai River.

If Pingchun and Yiyang are lost, the passes in the upper reaches of the Huai River will be controlled by Liu Bei. Not only will Runan be defenseless, but even places like Shouchun in the lower reaches will be under constant threat from Liu Bei. "

Jiang Ji took a breath and said, "Zi Yang, Liu Bei wants to control the entire Jianghuai River and confront Your Majesty from north to south?"

Liu Ye nodded: "That's what I mean!
Sun Quan has repeatedly betrayed Liu Bei, so Liu Bei must have the intention of destroying Sun Quan. He has been dragging his feet on destroying Sun Quan because he is worried that when the army moves eastward, Your Majesty will disturb his rear.

Now that Liu Bei has captured Xiangyang and Shiyang, the threat to Jingzhou from Your Majesty has been greatly reduced. If Liu Bei can also capture Pingchun and Yiyang, and hold on to the strategic locations in the mountains and rivers, he can use a small number of troops to stop Your Majesty's large army.

At that time, Liu Bei will use the advantage of his navy to go downstream and destroy Sun Quan to compete with Your Majesty for Huainan.

At that time, Liu Bei also occupied the upper reaches of the Huai River, and with two routes at the same time, Shouchun was difficult to defend.

After taking Shouchun, they could move eastward to Xuzhou. Although Liu Bei had been away from Xuzhou for many years, there were still people in Xuzhou who admired Liu Bei, and someone would definitely respond.

In this way, Liu Bei can completely seize the area south of the Yangtze River and Huai River and confront Your Majesty from the north to the south.

Some may go through Hanzhong to Qinchuan, some may go through Xiangyang to attack Wanluo, some may go through Shouchun to take Xuxian, some may go through Pengcheng to take Liangchen. If one of these routes is lucky, the Central Plains will be in danger. "

If Liu Feng were here, he would be amazed at Liu Ye's strategic vision.

In fact.

Liu Ye guessed half of it right.

In this Northern Expedition, Liu Bei's strategic intention was to cooperate with Jing and Yi to send troops to seize Guanzhong.

however.

The situation on the battlefield is ever-changing.

It’s not that Liu Bei can definitely take Guanzhong just by saying “I want to take Guanzhong”.

Therefore.

In addition to the strategic intention of "cooperating with Jing and Yi to send troops to seize Guanzhong", Liu Bei added another alternative plan.

That is: if it fails to take Guanzhong, then take Pingchun and Yiyang in the east, and control the upper reaches of the Huai River and the dangerous mountains and rivers and the passes of the Dabie Mountains.

This alternative plan was also proposed by Liu Feng.

Liu Feng has memories in later generations.

He has studied many Northern Expedition plans in later generations.

Such as the Northern Expedition of Zu Ti of the Eastern Jin Dynasty, the Northern Expedition of Yu Liang, the Northern Expedition of Yin Hao, the Northern Expedition of Huan Wen, the Northern Expedition of Liu Yu, the Northern Expedition of Liu Yilong, the Northern Expedition of Xiao Yan, and the Northern Expedition of Wu Mingche.

and many more.

As long as it is a strategy for the Northern Expedition, it can be used as a reference.

The advantage of knowing history is that we can learn from it, summarize the gains and losses of our predecessors, and then apply it flexibly to the present.

Even if the Northern Expedition cannot be applied mechanically, we can still find experience and inspiration to solve difficulties from many historical battles.

The alternative plan proposed by Liu Feng was actually formulated based on Liu Yu's Northern Expedition.

Looking at the Northern Expeditions of the Eastern Jin Dynasty, only Liu Yu's Northern Expedition was the one that came closest to success.

Not only did he capture Luoyang, but he also recovered Chang'an. Although he had to return due to instability in the rear, it also proved the feasibility of Liu Yu's Northern Expedition.

If Zhuge Liang's Longzhong Plan's strategic intention could not be realized, could Liu Yu's Northern Expedition plan be implemented?
Liu Feng went to Jiangdong last year to interfere in the war between Cao Pi and Sun Quan, in fact, he had this in mind.

However, after arriving there, he discovered that Sun Quan's prestige in Jiangdong had not been completely eliminated. It was not an easy task to destroy Sun Quan while preventing Cao Pi from gaining any benefits.

Therefore.

Liu Feng would have two plans: if he couldn't take advantage of Sun Quan, he would take advantage of Cao Pi.

During this Northern Expedition to take Guanzhong, Liu Feng also made two preparations: if he could not take Guanzhong, he would take Pingchun and Yiyang; if he could not take advantage of Cao Pi, he would take advantage of Sun Quan.

As for the preferred option, why is Guanzhong?
This is because for Liu Bei, the preferred option is risky and difficult, but it also has great benefits.

Once successful, all the areas east of Tongguan can be recovered, and the strength of the four states of Jing, Yi, Yong and Liang can be connected, making it possible to attack and defend.

The political influence restored to the old capital of Chang'an is far more meaningful than the confrontation between the North and the South.

Furthermore: adopting the backup plan of confrontation between the North and the South would be too obvious.

Cao Wei had been operating in Huainan for many years and had strong control over the scholars and people. On the other hand, Yong and Liang were places that had repeatedly rebelled and were easier to win over than the scholars and people of Huainan.

We also have to consider Sun Quan, who is lingering in Jiangdong. What if this guy gets desperate and bites Liu Bei directly? Even if he only bites off a piece of flesh, it will be painful enough for Liu Bei.

Although he failed to guess Liu Bei's first choice, it was amazing that Liu Ye was able to guess Liu Bei's alternative plan.

After listening to Liu Ye's guess, everyone fell into deep thought again.

Theoretically speaking, military and national affairs should be handled with stability. Liu Ye's guess is obviously more in line with the development direction of Liu Bei's forces.
only.

From an emotional point of view, Liu Ye's guess overlooked an extremely important factor: Liu Bei's character.

In this regard.

Sima Yi raised doubts: "Liu Bei is a man who is very good at taking risks. During the Battle of Hanzhong, Liu Bei was defeated at Ma Mingge Road and then crossed the more difficult and dangerous Mi Cang Mountain to go around to the rear of Yangping Pass, which led to the humiliation of Xiahou Zhengxi's defeat.

I think Liu Bei might look for another opportunity to take Pingchun and Yiyang, and he would not take them at this time, and he would most likely take another risk. "

Liu Ye asked in return: "Where does Zhongda think Liu Bei will send his troops next?"

Sima Yi shook his head: "I don't know. This is also the reason why I am worried. I can't guess Liu Bei's intentions."

All the important checkpoints and cities that can be thought of were heavily guarded.

Sima Yi thought hard but couldn't figure out why Liu Bei would take the risk of using a surprise tactic.

Vaguely.

Sima Yi felt again that he seemed to be worrying too much.

Seeing that no one spoke anymore, Cao Pi also made the final decision.

"No matter what Liu Bei's intentions are, we cannot lose an inch of Wei territory!"

Subsequently.

Cao Pi issued an order to dispatch troops.

For example, Cao Xiu and Yu Jin should firmly defend Pingchun and Yiyang, and should not leave without permission;

For example, order Cao Ren to lead 20,000 infantry and cavalry from Xuchang to rush to the aid of Wancheng, with the main focus on defense, and not to go into battle without authorization.

For example, he ordered Chen Qun to collect taxes, food and fodder, and to recruit laborers.

For example, order Zang Ba to ask Sun Quan for food and fodder.

and many more.

Since you can't guess it, just use stillness to overcome the obstacles!

After completing the dispatch, Cao Pi hurried to Xu County with his civil and military officials. Compared with Luoyang, Xu County was more suitable for supporting all parties.

Outside Wancheng.

Liu Feng led a thousand Dian cavalrymen and showed off his military power.

If we really compare strength on the battlefield, these one thousand Dian cavalrymen are inferior to the Cao Wei cavalry.

however.

Xiahou Shang and Xu Huang in Wancheng did not dare to leave the city to fight with Liu Feng.

One reason is that in addition to the one thousand Dian horse cavalry, Liu Feng also had a large camp of 20,000 people outside the city, and Xiahou Shang and Xu Huang only had 5,000 infantry and cavalry in Wancheng.

Secondly, in addition to these one thousand Dian horse cavalry, Liu Feng also has more than a hundred brave cavalry!
In addition to the dozens of cavalrymen led by Liu Feng, there were also dozens of cavalrymen led by Zhao Yun and dozens of cavalrymen led by Huang Zhong.

At the beginning, Xiahou Shang and Xu Huang underestimated Liu Feng's Dian horse cavalry and failed to guard against the more than a hundred brave cavalrymen of Liu Feng, Zhao Yun and Huang Zhong.

Especially these more than one hundred brave cavalrymen, some of them were equipped with "strange crossbows" that Xiahou Shang and Xu Huang were unfamiliar with, and their power was astonishing!

Even Xu Huang was nearly defeated by Zhuge's Crossbow!
Only because Xu Huang had experienced life and death for decades and chose to dodge in time, he was able to avoid being shot by Zhuge Liang's crossbow.

Not only that.

Liu Feng's one thousand Dian horse cavalrymen were all able to "shoot with both hands", and each of them carried a large shield in the shape of a turtle shell!

Liu Feng's considerations were simple and direct: although the Dian horse had short legs and could not run fast, it had the advantage of endurance and the ability to carry weight. If its mobility was not good, then the attack and defense could be increased. Therefore, the Dian horse cavalry were equipped with "castrated double-sided stirrups" and large tortoise-shell-shaped shields that could protect the rear and sides.

When they first met, Xiahou Shang was so angry that he started cursing.

You are cavalry, not infantry!
You, a cavalryman, are carrying a turtle shell?
Do you want face?
Can your horse run faster if it carries a turtle shell?
Looking at Liu Feng riding a horse and holding a bow under the city, as well as the two veteran generals on his left and right, Xiahou Shang angrily pounded the city wall.

"I don't know when your majesty's reinforcements will arrive! Liu Feng, you little thief, is so hateful!"

When he was in Nanxiang, Liu Feng blocked him inside the city and he dared not leave; when he arrived in Wancheng, Liu Feng still blocked him inside the city and he dared not leave.

I guess no one understands this feeling of frustration better than Xiahou Shang.

Xiahou Shang felt that his life was like being followed by Liu Feng. He could have achieved great success and fame, but instead he became a stepping stone for Liu Feng to become famous.

Is this my fate, Xiahou Shang?

Xu Huang was also helpless.

Although Xu Huang could suppress Liu Feng in terms of military force, the two veteran generals around Liu Feng were not someone whom Xu Huang could suppress.

Neither Zhao Yun nor Huang Zhong can stand up to Xu Huang.

"Wancheng is high and the water is deep, so it is extremely difficult for Liu Feng to attack the city. Liu Feng can only use the siege method to consume the supplies in the city. General, you must not fall for Liu Feng's provocation. Just defend the city and wait for reinforcements." Xu Huang advised calmly.

It is more than 300 miles from Xu County to Wancheng. Including the communication, grain collection, military training, etc. in between, it would take at least ten days and at most a month.

Xu Huang was confident that Liu Feng would not be able to capture Wancheng within a month.

As long as reinforcements arrive, the disadvantage in military strength can be made up.

Although Xiahou Shang knew the truth, he still couldn't hide his anger: "If your Majesty had not attacked Sun Quan last year, but had heavily defended Wancheng, you wouldn't have allowed the little thief Liu Feng to run rampant here!"

Anger returns to anger.

Xiahou Shang had no way to deal with Liu Feng and could only stand on the city wall in frustration.

Under the city.

Huang Zhong glanced at the distance to the top of the city wall and couldn't wait to use his skills, so he drew his bow and arrow and aimed at Xiahou Shang on the top of the city wall.

At the moment the bowstring vibrated, Xu Huang, who had been on guard, suddenly changed his expression and threw Xiahou Shang to the ground.

The sharp arrow flew directly over Xiahou Shang, shocking him so much that his face turned pale.

"Ha ha ha ha--"

Laughter rang out from under the city, and Huang Zhong's loud cheers also rang out.

"Xiahou Shang, you are lucky!"

Xiahou Shang was frightened by Huang Zhong and became even more furious. He shouted, "Archers, shoot back!"

The random arrows that fell from the top of the city walls, either because they were not close enough or because they hit the wrong direction, only added to the amusement.

Xu Huang stopped this meaningless counterattack and just advised Xiahou Shang to calm down.

Compared to young and energetic men like Xiahou Shang, veterans like Xu Huang are the most patient. None of those who can live to the age of sixty on the battlefield are easy to deal with.

Liu Feng looked around coldly and saw that the Wei soldiers in Wancheng still showed no signs of leaving the city, so he turned around and said: "With Xu Huang here, Xiahou Shang will not leave the city. Let's go back to the camp and discuss it."

Attacking a city by force is the worst strategy.

Liu Feng had no intention of taking Wancheng by force, nor did he need to risk the lives of his soldiers.

(End of this chapter)