The Three Kingdoms become stronger when they get treasures

Chapter 143 Each has a plan
In Jiangdong, Sun Quan was discussing matters with Zhou Yu.

Sun Quan said: "Gong Jin, I didn't expect that Xiahou Dun's [-]-strong army couldn't even capture Rangcheng. That Zhang Wu didn't mobilize Jiangxia's troops, and we never had a chance to attack Jiangxia."

Zhou Yu said: "Lord, don't worry, Cao Cao will definitely not give up. I expect he will raise a large army to conquer Jingzhou. By then, there will be more than a hundred thousand troops. We still have a chance."

"I heard that Xiahou Dun also suffered from the catapult this time, and the poisonous smoke. How about our imitation?"

"My lord, since we found out the secret of the catapult, we made it very quickly. I have to say that Zhang Wu is really smart. The improved catapult not only has a long range and is accurate, but also saves manpower. A sharp weapon for city defense. I have ordered the craftsmen to study it carefully, and they must master it proficiently."

"Okay, when we attack Jiangxia next time, let Zhang Wu taste the power of this catapult, hahahaha!" Sun Quan said excitedly, Zhang Wu is not good at defending the city, next time I will use the catapult to catch you The city is smashed, it depends on how you defend!
But Zhou Yu said: "My lord, now that Cao Cao has strong soldiers and horses, a vast territory and a large number of people, I am afraid that he has a disobedient heart. The current situation is just like the situation between Qin and the Six Kingdoms in the past. If Jingzhou is destroyed, I am afraid that it will be difficult for me in Jiangdong to become independent." Resist Cao Cao."

Sun Quan knew what Zhou Yu meant. If Jiangdong attacked from behind when Jingzhou was fighting against Cao Cao, then Jingzhou would be in danger and would be destroyed in all likelihood.Even if Jiangdong gains some cities, the territory of Jiangbei and Jiangxi will certainly not be able to hold.Unless Jiangdong can take advantage of Cao Cao and Jingzhou's defeat, occupy Jiangling and Xiangyang in one fell swoop, and then repel Cao Cao, and then completely occupy the natural danger of the Yangtze River.

"Let's talk about it at that time. I also know that although I, Jiangdong, have been at war with Jingzhou for more than ten years, I was also cold-hearted in the face of the northern invasion. But the Wu dog thief blackmailed me away with my fast horse and ancient ingot knife. I really can't help it." Rest assured. When the time comes, I will send troops to Jiangxia first, and use force to force Zhang Wu to return my treasure. As for whether to assist Jingzhou to resist Cao Cao or take the opportunity to destroy Jingzhou, let's talk about it at that time!"

"My lord is wise, the most important thing for us right now is to pacify Shanyue, so that we don't have time to take care of the war in Jingzhou."

"Well, I've been urging this matter too, by the way, how is the poisonous smoke thing going?"

"The so-called poisonous smoke is actually very simple. It just needs to be mixed with several poisonous herbs and ignited. Although we don't know the formula of poisonous smoke used by Zhang Wu, we have also formulated a formula with similar effects. There are many poisonous smokes in southern Luling County. Miasma is even more toxic, and I also asked people to find more toxic herbs to improve the formula. However, if this kind of poisonous smoke is to be used on the battlefield, there are still many restrictions, and the effect may not be very satisfactory."

"I know this too, but since that weapon can be used, we have to live without it. By the way, I heard that Cao Cao is sending people around to find out the secrets of Jingzhou's catapults and poisonous smoke. You have people tell them secretly, and sooner or later they will be able to Find out. Then let Cao Cao and Zhang Wu fight more fiercely!"

"Okay, I'll arrange it right away."

In Xudu, the Prime Minister's Mansion, Cao Cao was also discussing matters with several advisers.

"I didn't expect the secret of the catapult to be so simple, but it was indeed cleverly conceived. That Zhang Wu has such a brain, I'm afraid it's very human!" Cao Cao praised.

Cheng Yu said: "Prime Minister, this kind of catapult is called a counterweight catapult. Because it uses the counterweight as the power to launch stone projectiles, the range is relatively stable, easy to aim, and saves manpower. You can also adjust the counterweight to adjust the range. , It is really a great weapon on the battlefield!"

Xun You also said: "Yes, Prime Minister, if our army builds a large number of these catapults, it will greatly improve our siege ability and reduce the casualties of soldiers. Compared with it, the soldiers lost before are worth it!"

Cao Cao said: "Gongda said it is true. With this kind of catapult, no matter how strong the city wall is, I am afraid that there is no city in the world that our army can't conquer! Although Zhang Wu invented such a powerful catapult car, but in the end the strength is not enough, I am afraid that I am shooting myself in the foot, hahahaha. By the way, how is the development of the poisonous smoke? Is there any way to prevent it?"

Cheng Yu replied: "Back to Prime Minister, the poisonous smoke is nothing more than a few kinds of medicinal herbs ignited. I have summoned more than ten doctors to develop it successfully, and the effect is similar. It's just that this thing needs to be used when it has the upper hand, and it has not yet been used." There is a method of complete defense. Because although the mouth and nose can be covered with linen, but the eyes cannot be protected, soldiers should never be allowed to cover or close their eyes to fight on the battlefield!"

When Cao Cao thought about it, it was the same thing. After the poisonous smoke irritated the eyes, tears flowed, and the vision was blurred, which would reduce the combat effectiveness of the soldiers, but they couldn't close their eyes to fight.

"Then we can only pay attention to the wind direction on the battlefield in the future, and try our best to seize the upper air."

At this time, Xun Yu said again: "Prime Minister, I heard that Jiang Dong deliberately told our spies about the secret of the catapult. I'm afraid Jiang Dong's move has no good intentions."

"Hehe, I can guess what Sun Quan's son is thinking. It's nothing more than wanting our army and Jingzhou to lose both. It's just that Sun Quan's plan is very good, but behind all his plans, he needs the support of strength. Even if we can Sun Quan took advantage of this opportunity, and after I pacify Jingzhou, he can only defend Jiangdong, and he will be captured by me sooner or later."

Xiangyang, in the state pastoral mansion, Liu Bei and Liu Qi are drinking and enjoying singing and dancing. The performance is based on Zhang Wu's song "When Will the Bright Moon Come?" Zhuge Liang is on the side, and Zhao Yun is also guarding Liu Bei's side.

Zhang Wu really didn't restrict Liu Qi from meeting anyone, but he didn't know if he had placed eyeliner around Liu Qi.

"Uncle, please!" Liu Qi raised his glass and said to Liu Bei.

"Nephew, please!" Liu Bei responded with a toast.

Liu Bei also came to see Liu Qi many times, but seeing that Liu Qi was addicted to drinking, sex and singing and dancing all day long, he couldn't help persuading him: "Nephew, it's better to drink less alcohol, excessive drinking and sex will easily hurt your health!"

"Thank you uncle for reminding me. I will pay attention to moderation. The wine brewed by the Grand Governor is indeed delicious, and there are many kinds of flavors. Uncle and Mr. Kong Ming will try it more."

After all, Liu Bei is not Liu Qi's father. It's enough to say some things last time. You can't keep nagging him.Zhuge Liang sighed in his heart, no wonder Zhang Wu didn't restrict Liu Qi's actions. What threat could such a person addicted to wine and sex pose!It's a pity that Liu Jingsheng was considered a momentary hero, so why did he give birth to such two sons?

(End of this chapter)