Chapter 475: Four Fierce and Eight Thousand Hammers (Three)

Xun Yu is indeed very sad now.

If Cao Cao had not repaired Xuchang and adopted the Guanzhong model to build an inner wall and build a horse-face wall, Xuchang might have been broken. Since the end of the Luoyang War, Cao Cao has strengthened his own strength.

Learning Guanzhong's methods and absorbing skilled craftsmen have made great progress in military ordnance.

During the years of trading with Guanzhong, Cao Cao did not invest too much in the military and horses. He and Dong Chu traded mainly for people's livelihood and civil use. Including some machinery that had been eliminated by Guanzhong, it is undoubtedly very important for Cao Cao.

And these equipment has indeed promoted the development of Xuchang.

In a big battle, the Xuzhou army left more than a thousand bodies under Xuchang City and stopped attacking.

However, after only more than ten days of time, Xuchang has become full of holes. Xun Yu has long disappeared from his past elegance and calmness. He sat in the hall of the government office, his temples thudding. These ten days were undoubtedly a torment for Xun Yu.

If it weren't for the Bian Rang Rebellion that year, Xun Yu had experienced the test of blood and fire, he would have been afraid that his nerve would have collapsed.

There are about 40,000 to 50,000 soldiers in Xuchang City, and a small number of them still have to stay in the palace to prevent the little emperor from jumping out to make trouble. I believe Liu Xie also heard that Liu Bei was going to welcome him to Xuzhou this time. Being a puppet in Xuchang is no different from being a puppet in Xuzhou, but one thing is that Liu Bei is the son-in-law of King Pei, and relatively speaking, he is closer to Liu Xiehui.

I guess that little emperor must be very moved.

"Father, eat something...you haven't eaten anything in the whole day!"

Just as Xun Yu was thinking, the sound of footsteps came.

A young man in the twentieth century came to Xun Yu with food. He whispered: "Father, now everyone in Xuchang is watching you. If you fall down, Xuchang will be finished. Eat something first and eat enough, then you can think more carefully."

Xun Yu smiled with relief.

This young man is Xun Yu's eldest son, named Xun Yun (yun). He was born to Xun Yu's original wife Tang, and he is about to be twenty-two years old.

Xun Yu signaled Xun Yun to put down his job, "How is your mother?"

"Very good!" Xun Yun said: "I'm just worried about my father. I've had a great headache these two days. Several younger brothers are with my mother to take care of him, so my father doesn't have to worry."

"How is the city now?"

Xun Yun is now the chief minister of the Prime Minister's Office, responsible for the security of the city. After Xun Yu's inquiry, Xun Yun quickly replied: "Everything in the city is good, but the food and grass are consumed very quickly. The raw materials for the arrows are not sufficient. Although the people are very calm, the children cannot guarantee how long this peace can last. If the Prime Minister's reinforcements cannot arrive within twenty days, there will be danger."

Xun Yu likes this son very much.

He is very stable in his work and has his own style. No matter when, Xun Yun always maintains peace. Of course, this is related to his experience.

Xun Yu has five sons in total!

Among them, Xun Yun, who had already begun to remember when the Yellow Turban Rebellion broke out. Yingchuan was the most severe place in the Yellow Turban Rebellion. Once, Xun Yun and his mother were blocked in the manor and were almost caught by the Yellow Turban thief. After that incident, Xun Yun became taciturn.

"Father, Prime Minister... Can he really come back?"

After hesitating for a while, Xun Yun finally couldn't help asking softly.

Xun Yu hesitated for a moment, "Of course!"

"But……"

"But what?"

Xun Yun whispered: "I went out today. When I passed by a restaurant, I heard that the Prime Minister was defeated by Yuan Shao and retreated to Juye."

Xuchang had been blocked for a long time, and Xun Yun's news only stayed for more than ten days ago. Xun Yu knew this news, but Xun Yu also knew that it was just Cao Cao's plan. At that time, because he was worried about the fluctuations in Xuchang, Xun Yu forced the news.

However, there is no airtight wall in this world!

Xuchang is now like a closed world. The news from outside cannot be penetrated, and the news from inside cannot be delivered.

"Ziqian, don't worry. With Yuan Shao's level, how could he be the Prime Minister's opponent? Retreat Juye is just a plan that the Prime Minister has already arranged... Haha, it won't take long before the Prime Minister can defeat Yuan Shao, and reinforcements will arrive."

Xun Yun let out a light breath.

But Xun Yu didn't say anything: Yuan Shao is not worth worrying, but will the one from Guanzhong be honest?

He couldn't say this, nor could he say it. After finishing the meal in three mouthfuls, Xun Yu stood up, put it on soft armor, and grabbed the sword.

"Father, where are you going so late?"

"The Prime Minister is not here, and there are only a few ladies and young masters left in the mansion. I need to visit and then patrol the city defense. Ziqian, you stay at home to accompany your mother. If there is anything, go to the city to find me... Oh, I will ask the imperial physician to treat your mother later. These days, you will work hard and worry about the affairs at home. Don't let your younger brothers cause trouble.

In addition, you send someone to your aunt and take them over as well. At this time, everyone can take care of you together."

"Boy understand!"

The "aunt" mentioned by Xun Yu refers to Guo Jia's wife and children. Guo Jia has been dead for many years and has a son named Guo Yi, who is fifteen years old. Cao Cao takes good care of the mother and son, and Xun Yu often visits him. At this time, as Xun Yu said, it is easier for everyone to be together and take care of each other. God knows... Haha, what will happen?

Xun Yun was indeed a very sensible child and sent his father out of the mansion.

Xun Yu took his men to visit Mrs. Bian, Mrs. Liu, and Mrs. Huan. Cao Cao had ten sons and two daughters. The eldest son Cao Ang served by Xiahou Yuan. The second son Cao Pi is now in Chang'an. The eldest daughter Cao Jiegui is the queen, and the other children are in the mansion.

Among them, the third son Cao Zhang was fifteen years old and the fourth son Cao Zhi was eleven years old. The other children were still young, but Cao Cao's seventh son Cao Chong was very smart. He was outstanding among the many descendants. When Xun Yu came to the door, he was very calm.

The three wives asked about the current situation in Xuchang and did not say anything else.

Mrs. Bian said: "When the Prime Minister left, he said that he would obey Wenruo in everything. What should you do? You decided not to discuss with us. If there is anything in the city that we mother and son need help, just say it, and we must obey Wenruo's instructions."

Xun Yu said: "Don't worry, I'm here for one day, and I will protect my family from being careful."

"Uncle, uncle!"

Cao Zhang jumped out and shouted: "Now that the thieves are at the city, and my father is expeditioning to Puyang. I should solve my problems for my father. Please allow me to kill the thief with my uncle."

This Cao Zhang was extremely burly.

He was only fifteen years old, and was more than seven feet tall, with a large waist and a round waist. He was amazing in shooting skills and strong arms. He had fought with tigers with bare hands, was able to endure hardships and was brave and strong. Cao Cao once asked several children about their respective interests, but Cao Zhang said: "I am willing to be a general."

At that time, Cao Cao asked: "How to be the general?"

Cao Zhang's answer is very simple, "Put on a strong and hold on to the sharp edge, and ignore the difficulties. Be the first to be the soldiers, rewards must be carried out, and punishment must be trusted."

The words made Cao Cao laugh: "Huang Xuer is such a strange thing!"

It means: I didn't expect that my little kid would have such ability and that his future achievements will definitely be extraordinary. Unfortunately, Cao Zhang has not had the opportunity to stretch out his hand until now. Now that Liu Bei's troops are besieging Xuchang, Cao Zhang has been enduring for a long time, and finally he can't help but jump out.

When Xun Yu heard this, he couldn't help frowning.

Just as he was about to refuse, he heard Mrs. Bian say, "It is a good thing that my son wants to share his worries for his father. He has only one skill and claims to be extremely brave and always imitate the Marquis in everything. I saw Wen Ruo, so that he could tell what the world is high and the earth is thick."

Dong Qi is now the King of Liang and was once the Marquis of Wugong.

But as early as when Dong Zhuo entered Beijing, Dong Qi's title was Zhuanghou. Cao Cao called Dong Qi a despicable husband to outsiders, but at home he called Dong Qi a marquis. After all, when Dong Qi beat him to the point of leaping into the water, he was Zhuanghou. Cao Cao did not recognize Dong Qi's other titles.

After hearing what Mrs. Bian said, Xun Yu thought about it and agreed.

Nowadays, people are needed in the city. Cao Zhang is extremely brave. If he can appear on the city, Yu soldiers will undoubtedly be an inspiration.

So, when Xun Yu left the Prime Minister's Mansion, a young general covered in clothes followed behind him.

It was almost midnight, and Xuchang City was deserted and looked very depressed. Apart from the patrol troops coming and going, there was almost no one to see.

The cold and deserted aura made Xun Yu feel lonely.

Suddenly, a drum sound came, followed by the sound of a gong, and a hustle and bustle was heard on the city wall in the distance.

"Uncle, what happened?"

"If there is an enemy situation, let's go and watch it quickly!"

Xun Yu suddenly reacted and urged his horse to gallop in the direction where the drum sound came. Cao Zhang did not dare to hesitate, and followed Xun Yu with his soldiers and soon arrived at the Guanghua Gate of Xuchang. The group of people climbed up to the top of the city from the road, and Xun Yu shouted sternly: "What's the matter of roaring gold?"

"Sir, there are enemy generals calling out under the city."

When Xun Yu heard this, he felt strange.

When is it time to come and call? He walked up to the city gate tower and looked down at the battlement with his hand.

I saw a bright fire below the city, a general, with a red face, beautiful beard, golden armor and green robe, a red horse under his crotch, and a blue dragon and moon sword in his palm.

He circled around and shouted sternly: "I am Guan Yu, who is in charge of the city? Come and answer quickly!"

Xun Yu said: "I am Sikong Xun Yu, a thief general, and you can say something if you have something to do!"

Guan Yu narrowed his eyes and said proudly: "Xun Yu? I have heard of your name. I am here today to give you a gift!"

As he spoke, Guan Yu waved his hand.

I saw a bloody head appearing in front of Xun Yu on a bamboo pole three meters long and a bloody head.

"Xun Yu, you can see clearly, who is the head of this?"

Xun Yu looked carefully in the fire, and he looked at it carefully... He shook a chill and couldn't help but shout: "General Xiahou!"

Cao Zhang's eyes suddenly turned red!

Guan Yu said proudly: "Xun Yu, Yingchuan has now fallen into the hands of my brother. Xiahou Yuan was killed by me. You have no foreign aid now... Hehe, I want to tell you another good news! Your Prime Minister Cao has defeated Yuan Shao's army in Onozawa."

There was a burst of cheers on the top of the city.

But Xun Yu felt chills in his heart.

He knew that Guan Yu could not be so kind, and he must have something to say below.

Sure enough, Guan Yu waited for the voice on the city to weaken and sneered: "However, although your prime minister won, he has made Dong Qi a waste of money."

"What?"

"Dong Qi has already broken out of Guanzhong, seized Xingyang and Xinzheng, and burned Xingyang a few days ago and killed Xu Chu and Lu Su."

Xun Yu's head buzzed, holding the battlement with his hands, but his body trembled slightly, "You're talking nonsense!"

"Are you talking nonsense? Just treat it as me talking nonsense!"

Guan Yu laughed, "Also, Dong Qi has occupied Chenliu and confronted Cao Cao's troops in Boxian area. Also... Changping was also captured by Dong Qi, you, Xuchang, don't have half a reinforcements now. Xun Yu, my brother cherishes your talent. If you surrender now, I can speak well for you in front of your brother..."

"Red-faced thief, talk nonsense, take my arrow!"

Seeing that the soldiers on the city were depressed, Cao Zhang couldn't help but stand up, bent his bow and arrow, aiming Guan Yu with one arrow.

"My sons, don't listen to this blushing thief's nonsense. Dong Qi and my father signed an agreement. If they don't fight each other for ten years, how could they send troops?"

This arrow was as fast as lightning, just like a shooting star.

Guan Yu was not prepared for any defense and was shot by Cao Zhang with an arrow. With a scream, he was knocked down.
Chapter completed!