Reborn in the Three Kingdoms, I stole Liu Bei's uncle

The protracted war gave Liu Yu a headache.

Before the war, he had anticipated the difficulties, but he did not expect that the reality would be even more difficult than he thought.

War is not just a fight between soldiers, but a series of complex complexities.

The most direct factor restricting war is food and grass.

After a long period of war, food and fodder became scarce.

Although Xun Yu kept coordinating in Luoyang, the grain transport teams were becoming increasingly scarce.

"Wen Ruo wrote to me saying that our food and grass can only last for a month at most. If we cannot defeat Yuan Shao before winter comes, I will withdraw my troops."

Liu Yu simply expressed his thoughts.

Guo Jia felt the chill in the air and wrapped his fox fur tightly around him with his hands.

"My lord, we are short of food and fodder, and I'm sure Yuan Shao is also short of it. At this point in time, it's the most critical moment. It all depends on who can hold on to the end."

Guo Jia's eyes were determined and he was confident that he could defeat Yuan Shao within a month.

"According to the latest intelligence, Yuan Shao has just received a batch of food and fodder, which is enough for the army to use for three months. If we want to consume the enemy with food and fodder, this strategy will definitely not work."

Guo Jia heard Liu Yu's hesitation, so he changed the subject and asked, "My lord, what did Xun Wenruo say in the letter?"

"Wen Ruo has the same idea as you. Let me persist and try to find an opportunity to defeat Yuan Shao within this month."

Guo Jia was a little excited. He said anxiously: "My Lord, please believe that Yuan Shao will definitely have a loophole within this month."

Looking at the excited Guo Jia, Liu Yu felt a little emotional. If Liu Yu were given a choice, he would choose to withdraw his troops temporarily.

The spirit of achieving success in one battle is admirable, but Liu Yu was somewhat worried that if he failed, he would be completely out of the world.

By then, all dreams will be blown away by the wind.

Compared to being eliminated, Liu Yu was more afraid of losing his life.

If Yuan Shao wins, he will definitely take advantage of the victory and not give himself any chance to breathe.

Although he had a backup plan, Liu Yu didn't know if it would work when facing the Yuan army that was full of fighting spirit.

If it doesn't work and falls into Yuan Shao's hands, Yuan Shao will kill him immediately. Only in this way can he be justified and fulfill his slogan of clearing the court and killing treacherous ministers.

"Let me think about this matter." Since his life and property were involved, Liu Yu had no choice but to be cautious.

Guo Jia's eyes suddenly burst with endless fighting spirit. He bowed and said loudly: "My lord, we will win this battle. Don't hesitate."

Perhaps he was using too much force, as soon as Guo Jia finished saying this, he started coughing violently in the cold wind.

Liu Yu hurried to help Guo Jia, but saw that Guo Jia had already fallen to the ground.

Looking at Guo Jia’s blue face, Liu Yu let out a hysterical roar.

"Call the military doctor."

When Guo Jia woke up, he found himself in his own tent.

The heater in the tent was burning brightly, completely isolating the cold from outside.

Beside the couch, Liu Yu looked at himself with a worried look on his face.

Seeing that he wanted to come, Liu Yu said, "Fengxiao, take care of yourself. Whether to withdraw the troops or not, we will discuss it after you get better."

Guo Jia held Liu Yu's hand, his eyes full of expectation. He sighed and said slowly: "My lord, I know my own illness best. If I can't help you to fight Yuan Shao this time, I'm afraid I will never have another chance.

If I don't see my lord defeat Yuan Shao, I will never be able to rest in peace even if I go to hell.

I advise you not to retreat. On the one hand, there is indeed an opportunity for battle, but on the other hand, I am afraid that I will not see the day when you win. I have hidden selfish motives in the face of national affairs. Please forgive me, my lord. "

"Feng Xiao, why do you say that?" Liu Yu looked at the haggard Guo Jia, feeling somewhat sad. "While you were sleeping, I sent a letter to Zhang Ji to replace Guan Yu in Bingzhou and to have Guan Yu come here as quickly as possible.

At the same time, I also sent a message to Zilong, asking him to give up his garrison in Xiaopei. If I am right, both of them can arrive here in five days at most."

Before this, Guan Yu attracted Yuan's army in Bingzhou, and Zhao Yun intimidated Yanzhou in Xiaopei.

Since they had to fight a decisive battle and achieve victory in one go, Liu Yu recalled all of them.

Guo Jia immediately understood what Liu Yu meant. These two generals were powerful and were among the strongest generals of this era.

The reason why Emperor Liu Huangshu never transferred them to Guandu was to leave a way out in case of failure.

Now that they have been transferred to Guandu, it is obvious that they have decided to fight a decisive battle with Yuan Shao.

The real decisive battle is about to begin!

Guo Jia was so moved that tears flowed down his eyes.

"My lord treats me like this. Even if I die nine times, I can't guarantee a single chance of survival."

Liu Yu gently placed Guo Jia's hand on the couch and comforted him in a gentle voice: "Feng Xiao, you should rest and recuperate. I still need Feng Xiao's help in the decisive battle with Yuan Shao."

Guo Jia calmed down and said slowly: "My lord, rest assured, I will do my best."

Four days later, Liu Yu stood in front of the camp and watched a group of cavalry approaching quickly.

The leader was dressed in bright armor, riding a white horse and holding a silver spear, and looked very heroic. It was Zhao Zilong of Changshan.

Seeing Zhao Yun saluting him with a fighting spirit on his face, Liu Yu felt inexplicably at ease.

"Zilong, has Xiaopei been arranged?"

"Don't worry, my lord. I have made all the arrangements. Even if Yuan Shao sends people to attack, we can hold out for a month."

Liu Yu smiled faintly and said, "The war is stalemate now, and Yuan Shao is also secretly mobilizing troops. It is unlikely that he will attack Xiaopei. As long as we take proper precautions, there will be no problem."

After saying this, Liu Yu looked at the distant camp and said leisurely: "My only worry now is here. Yuan Shao has several times more troops than me. The Youyan Iron Cavalry under his command is quite powerful. Yan Liang and Wen Chou are even more powerful than ten thousand men. We have fought many times in these times, but have not won a big victory."

Zhao Yun said slowly: "My lord, I am not bragging, but I have not taken Yan Liang and Wen Chou to heart. I will lead you to meet them another day."

Liu Yu nodded, but before he could speak, a rough voice sounded not far away.

"Zilong is very ambitious. With Zilong coming to help, we will be able to chop off the heads of these two men in the next battle."

Zhang Fei appeared here at some point and was striding towards them.

After the two men greeted each other, Zhao Yun asked, "Yide, you have fought with Yan Liang and Wen Chou many times. Tell me the truth, how do their martial arts compare to yours?"

Zhang Fei smiled awkwardly and said, "These two thieves are good at fighting, and they have many soldiers under their command. I have fought with them several times, but I have not gained much advantage. Let's have a good discussion."

"Third brother, I haven't seen you for many years. Not only has your martial arts not improved, but you have also become much more timid. How can you deal with people like Yan Liang and Wen Chou who are willing to sacrifice their lives for you?"