EBE Chapter 54 A Vicious Scheme! A Vicious Scheme! Yuan Shu launched a two-pronged attack, attempting to
Chapter 54 A Vicious Scheme! A Vicious Scheme! Yuan Shu launched a two-pronged attack, attempting to
"Gentlemen, do you think we should meet with the envoy sent by Yuan Shu?"
Guan Hai sought opinions from Liu Pi, Gong Du, and others.
But in reality, Guan Hai already had the answer in his heart.
There is an old saying that goes well.
The enemy of my enemy is my friend!
The relationship between Yuan Shu and Cao Cao, among others, was clearly not harmonious.
Furthermore, Yuan Shu coveted Yanzhou, making him a potential target for Guan Hai and others to win over.
Other than that.
Yuan Shu's army was a mixed bag.
Many of his generals were originally bandits or outlaws.
It sounds a bit revolutionary, but the reality is that Yuan Shu not only accepted their surrender, but also wholeheartedly supported it!
Regardless of whether Yuan Shu actually looked down on these mountain bandits or not.
At least on the surface, he appeared very enthusiastic.
Liu Pi pondered:
“Yuan Shu occupies Yu Province and is very powerful, far surpassing the likes of Bao Xin and Zhang Miao.”
"It would do us no harm to befriend them."
Gong Du nodded, agreeing with Liu Pi's words.
Sun Lang and Zhao Hong didn't have any objections.
Guan Hai then waved his hand, signaling his personal guards to bring over the envoy sent by Yuan Shu.
A scholar in blue robes, over thirty years old, quickly entered the main tent and bowed to Guan Hai and the others, saying:
"My name is Yang Hong. I greet you all, commanders."
"Yang Hong?"
"I've heard you're a trusted confidant of General Yuan. What brings you here today?"
It's clear that Guan Hai respected Yuan Shu quite a bit, even using the title "General Yuan."
Yang Hong smiled slightly and cupped his hands in a slight gesture, saying:
"Reporting to the commanders, my lord has sent me here to share Yanzhou with you commanders!"
"As you all probably know, the warlords of Yanzhou have a close relationship with Yuan Shao, that illegitimate son of Yuan Shao."
"Especially Cao Mengde, who is Yuan Shao's number one lackey!"
"How can such a person be in charge of Yanzhou?"
"Those who can wield power in Yanzhou are none other than the various chieftains and my lord!"
"Fellow commanders, do you agree with what I've said?"
"Mr. Yang is absolutely right!"
Sun Lang's eyes were almost squinted into the shape of copper coins.
Who doesn't like to hear flattery?
Yuan Shu was the legitimate son of the Yuan family, which had produced four generations of high-ranking officials.
Such a noble person actually befriended these Yellow Turban leaders.
Sun Lang thoroughly enjoyed the feeling of being praised.
Liu Pi and Gong Du didn't say anything, but the smiles in their eyes betrayed their true feelings.
Of the five Yellow Turban leaders present, only Guan Hai remained relatively rational.
Guan Hai suddenly said:
"Does General Yuan mean to divide the territory and resources of Yanzhou among us?"
"So how exactly will this be divided?"
"General Yuan can't just expect us Yellow Turban brothers to fight and kill for him without contributing anything, can he?"
Yang Hong immediately looked at Guan Hai with newfound respect.
However, his wisdom far surpasses that of Guan Hai, that roughneck.
He took out a map from his pocket and said to Guan Hai:
"The land of Yanzhou, from here to here, all belongs to you commanders."
"My lord will only take 30%."
"The same applies to population and other resources."
"As for troop strength, my lord plans to send 100,000 troops to join forces with the various commanders from the north and south to attack and conquer Yanzhou together!"
"You bastard!"
Upon hearing this, Liu Pi and the others gasped in shock.
One hundred thousand troops—that's no small number!
Don't be fooled by the fact that the Yellow Turbans of Qingzhou claimed to have 300,000 men.
In reality, a large portion of these 300,000 people did not even have their weapons and equipment ready.
Those with complete armor are probably only a small number of elite troops under the command of the major leaders.
This is precisely why Yu Jin was able to lead several thousand elite troops and defensive fortifications to hold off 300,000 Qingzhou Yellow Turban rebels for several hours.
Otherwise, what if they encountered a well-equipped army of 300,000?
I'm afraid Yu Jin and his several thousand Yanzhou soldiers won't even last the time it takes for an incense stick to burn.
Yuan Shu's army of 100,000 was of a completely different standard.
With control of Yuzhou and Nanyang, two of the most populous provinces in the Han Dynasty, one can only imagine how wealthy Yuan Shu was!
In addition, Yuan Shu also obtained a large amount of family property from a group of clan elders.
Mass produce troops?
For Yuan Shu, it really wasn't that difficult.
Simultaneously.
Yuan Shu's army was not as elite as the Xiliang army.
At least all the necessary equipment is included; nothing is missing.
The world of the rich is just that simple, unpretentious, and boring.
Let's take a look at Boss Cao from the same period.
Compared to a well-established "large company" like Yuan Shu's, it was nothing more than a "small workshop"!
Upon hearing the news that Yuan Shu had angrily deployed 100,000 troops to participate in the Battle of Yanzhou, how could Guan Hai and others not be moved?
Taking in the reactions of all the leaders, a mocking glint flashed in Yang Hong's eyes.
Would Yuan Shu really be so kind as to cede 70% of Yanzhou's land and resources to these Yellow Turban leaders?
How could that be?!
Don't be fooled by the very detailed map that Yang Hong showed to Guan Hai.
In reality, none of the 30% of land that Yuan Shu wanted was located on major transportation routes.
By occupying these territories, Yuan Shu could easily lead his troops to defeat the various Yellow Turban leaders one by one and seize Yanzhou!
But don't forget, the various Yellow Turban leaders were not a monolithic entity.
If Yuan Shu were to win over certain individuals, it would further weaken the power of the various leaders.
As for the 100,000-strong army that marched on Yanzhou.
In this respect, Yuan Shu did not make any empty promises.
But when to launch the campaign is ultimately up to Yuan Shu, isn't it?
The enemy of my enemy is my friend; this is absolutely true.
But this sentence was followed by another sentence.
Even without enemies, friends can become enemies!
Yuan Shu had great ambitions; from beginning to end, he aimed to become emperor.
Did he share control of Yanzhou with several Yellow Turban leaders?
This is just empty promises to a few Yellow Turban leaders!
Guan Hai, Liu Pi, Gong Du, Zhao Hong, and Sun Lang exchanged glances and unanimously agreed with Yang Hong's proposal.
Thinking that he had Yuan Shu's 100,000 fresh troops to help him.
Surely we can take over Yanzhou now?
Followed by.
Taking advantage of the momentum, Yang Hong proposed to stay with several Yellow Turban leaders and serve as their advisors.
The Yellow Turban leaders were overjoyed.
They were racking their brains, trying to come up with a good way to break through the border!
I had just dozed off when someone brought me a pillow!
As Yuan Shu's trusted strategist, Yang Hong's talent certainly far surpassed that of several Yellow Turban leaders.
as predicted.
After several Yellow Turban leaders finished recounting the battle situation to Yang Hong, Yang Hong quickly spoke up:
“My lords, I do have a plan that may help you quickly breach the border.”
"However... this requires you all to make a little sacrifice."
"Not much, just a little bit."
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