Chapter 99: The Storm in All the Worlds

Zhuge Jin and Lu Xun walked in. After bowing, Zhuge Jin took the lead and said, "Your Majesty, Chang'an urgently reported."

"Have you decided to win? Who won?" Sun Deng asked immediately.

"The Han army won a great victory, Cao Zhen's entire army was wiped out, and even Cao Zhen himself committed suicide."

"Cao Zhen committed suicide... Cao Zhen's entire army was wiped out...so quickly?"

Generally speaking, the more people the war, the longer it lasts. For example, in the Battle of Guandu, Cao Cao used a strategy to attack Wuchao, and it was still going on for more than a year. Now Cao is ready to go. According to Lu Xun and Zhuge Jin's previous estimate, it is normal for this battle in Luoyang to last for one or two years. But I didn't expect that the war would end after only two months.

"Your Majesty, this is the case. According to the Malay newspaper, after Cao Zhen captured Xingyang, he advanced to Luoyang. Han general Zhang Ren led his troops to take the mountain road between Sili and Yingchuan, and attacked Xingyang unexpectedly, cutting off Cao Zhen's retreat. Cao Zhen counterattacked Xingyang for 12 days and failed to capture Xingyang. Han reinforcements arrived and besieged Cao Zhen between Xingyang and Luoyang."

"Wei State shouldn't be as small as Cao Zhen's men. As far as I know, Xiahou Ba of Yingchuan, Wang Ling of Hedong, and Chen Liu are all guarding each other. What about the reinforcements from these three places? Have you ever attacked Xingyang?"

"These three troops did not send one army or one soldier to support Cao Zhen." Zhuge Jin said.

"What, how is this possible? Tan did not send reinforcements, aren't you afraid that Cao Rui would blame him?"

"Your Majesty, not only that, after Cao Zhen retreated, Xiahou Ba had already offered Yingchuan, Xu Ducheng had been occupied, such as the Xun family and the Zhong family had already moved. In addition, the Kong family, the Wei family and other aristocratic families have defected to Liu Chan."

"Well, Xiahou Ba is Liu Chan's uncle, and it is understandable to surrender to Liu Chan." Sun Deng nodded and said.

"Also, according to the spies, the Han army had already attacked Yanzhou. Liu Chan sent Guan Xing to guard Chenliu, Guan Ping attacked Wu, Wang Ping attacked Jiyin, and Jiang Wei's vanguard had already attacked Dongjun. It is believed that the entire Yanzhou would be occupied by the Han army in the future." Lu Xun said.

"Your Majesty, there is another thing we just found out. Xu Shu has also surrendered to Liu Chan and Chen Liucheng, which is Xu Shuxian."

"Well, my cousin is very fast... Two dear friends, what are your countermeasures?" Sun Deng asked.

"Your Majesty, the speed of the Han army is far beyond my expectations. Unexpectedly, Cao Zhen was defeated in just a few months. I asked for an order and immediately sent troops northward to attack Xuzhou." Lu Xun said immediately.

"Come on, come and get the map!" Sun Deng walked down, and Huang Hao hurriedly picked up a map and threw it on the ground.

"Your Majesty, please see." Lu Xun stepped forward and pointed to the location of Xuzhou: "Your Majesty, now the Xiahou Ba of Yingchuan has surrendered to Liu Chan, so our army advanced east from Jingzhou and could only attack Runan, and then he could become a group with Shouchun.

Lu Xun pointed to Yanzhou again: "At this speed, it is inevitable that Liu Chan will seize Yanzhou. Looking southeast, it is Xuzhou. Xuzhou is not dangerous, easy to attack and difficult to defend, and easy to capture. Now there is only one Sima Yi's Huaibei camp to block it. As long as your Majesty defeats Sima Yi's Huaibei camp, our army can go straight to Xuzhou, enter Qingzhou, and then attack Jizhou, occupying half of the country."

"Well, it's good to say, but Sima Yi from the Huaibei Camp was three points stronger than Zhang Liao at that time. The ancestors' several northern expeditions were blocked by the Huaibei Camp." Sun Deng said thoughtfully.

"Your Majesty, Cao Zhen attacked Luoyang and took away most of the troops of Wei. Now Yanzhou is attacked by Liu Chan again, so Wei must have no extra troops sent to Huaibei. Sima Yi is alone and cannot be heard. I am willing to issue a military order to take Huaibei to your Majesty!" Lu Xun said decisively.

"The general is loyal to the emperor and patriotism. I can trust you so I will be exempted from the military order." Sun Deng waved his hand.

At this time, Zhuge Jin stood up again: "Your Majesty, the Liaodong Gongsun Yuan side was earlier than the previous emperor's alliance. When Your Majesty attacked Jizhou, you can send envoys to Liaodong and grant Liaodong Gongsun Yuan the King of Yan, and allow him to take charge of Youzhou. If he leads troops from Liaodong to attack Youzhou, Wei State will be defeated and major events can be settled."

"Yes, there is also Gongsun Yuan. King Yan, can I give it to him, this Youzhou..." Sun Deng seemed a little hesitant, obviously reluctant to give Youzhou to Gongsun Yuan.

"Your Majesty, don't forget that Wuhuan is eyeing my Central Plains in the northern border. If we take control of Jizhou and destroy Cao Wei, Wuhuan on the northern border will definitely invade my Central Plains. Gongsun Yuan's Liaodong Iron Cavalry has defeated Wuhuan several times and gave him Youzhou, but he can contact me and get into trouble. After the Jizhou is settled, Your Majesty will send troops to conquer Youzhou. At that time, with his small land and a sparsely populated Youzhou, he can still stop our army!"

"What the Prime Minister said makes sense."

"Your Majesty, I also suggest that the two generals He Qi and Lu Fan lead the navy, go north along the coast and quickly occupy Qingzhou." Lu Xun continued.

In order to capture Yizhou during Sun Quan, the Jiangdong Navy began to train cross-sea landing operations. Now, using the navy to transport five or six thousand soldiers to the Shandong Peninsula, it is absolutely impossible for the Eastern Wu Navy to be in trouble.

Lu Xun pointed to the location of the Shandong Peninsula, and then said, "Your Majesty, please see, Donglai is only one sea away from Liaodong. As long as it occupies Qingzhou, our Jiangdong naval army can connect with Liaodong through sea routes, which will be of great help to my future attack."

Sun Deng nodded slightly and asked, "General, how many soldiers do you need according to this calculation?"

"Your Majesty, if we win this battle, we can occupy 70% of the land of Qing, Xu and Ji prefectures, and Cao Wei prefectures. However, Cao Rui will definitely not sit still and wait for death, and will definitely resist with all his strength. Therefore, I think we should fight the north with all our strength!" Lu Xun said.

"Pour power of the country?" Sun Deng hesitated again.

Lu Xun's power is already great enough. If Lu Xun handed over the country's troops to Lu Xun, if Lu Xun rebelled, Emperor Sun Deng would be considered unstable.

Sun Deng took a deep breath and coughed violently, instantly covering up the hesitation just now.

"Ahem, my dear friends, I have been feeling cold in recent days and I feel a little uncomfortable."

Zhuge Jin's eyes flashed, and Sun Deng's momentary hesitation did not hide it from Zhuge Jin, but Zhuge Jin immediately smiled and said with a pity: "Your Majesty is the foundation of the country, so you should pay attention to the dragon body. However, please make a decision as soon as possible for this military service."

"Okay, let's follow what the Prime Minister and the General said. I will pass the order and grant the general the commander of the three armies the commander-in-chief and go on a northern expedition."

"I obey the order!" Lu Xun said immediately.

Seeing Lu Xun agreeing so happily, Sun Deng felt a little unhappy. Then Sun Deng’s mind flashed with a light and said, “This battle is related to our country’s fortune, and there is no need to be any mistakes. Prime Minister, you are also familiar with military affairs. I will order you to urge the army’s food and grass, and there is no need to be any mistakes.”

"I obey the order." Zhuge Jin stood up, but there was no joy on his face while agreeing.

...

Zhuge Jin and Lu Xun walked out of the hall. Lu Xun looked excited, but there was a hint of sadness between Zhuge Jin's eyebrows.

"Brother Ziyu, such a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity is when my lord enters the Central Plains. Why are you frowning?"

"Uh..." Zhuge Jin looked at Lu Xun. Lu Xun led troops to fight and handled government affairs, but he was indeed lacking in official positions. Lu Xun seemed to have no idea about the so-called great achievements.

If Sun Quan was better, but Sun Deng, the young emperor, had no achievements worth showing off, and would definitely be even more taboo to this minister who was so powerful that he was shocked. If Lu Xun had enough sense of power, he would definitely not agree to lead troops to war, but would recommend others. However, Lu Xun's sensitivity in power really dared not be flattered.

Many things cannot be explained in words. Zhuge Jin wanted to mention Lu Xun, but he didn't know where to start.

"Oh, Boyan...this...it's necessary to do everything carefully!"

Lu Xun looked at Zhuge Jin in surprise. Zhuge Jin held it in a long time and then said something, which made Lu Xun feel a little confused.

...

Huaibei, the Wei army's Huaibei camp.

In the tent, Sima Yi was sitting in the middle. At this time, Sima Yi looked ahead with a dull look, and his expression seemed very decadent.

"It's over, it's all over! Cao Zhen was defeated, but he actually lost..." Sima Yi murmured to himself.

The footsteps came, and Sima Shi and Sima Zhao brothers walked in.

"Father……"

Sima Yi looked up at his two sons, with a hint of reluctance flashing in his eyes.

The Sima Shi and Sima Zhao brothers were both outstanding. Perhaps because of their age, Sima Shi was better than Sima Zhao, but Sima Shi was a little irritable, while Sima Zhao was much more peaceful.

"Oh, the general was defeated, it was defeated! This defeat is not good! Sun Deng, who is in the south, will definitely not be at peace. I believe he will be rushing north soon. With the few people of our Huaibei Camp, you can't defend it. Before the enemy has arrived, you two will immediately clean up the fines and return to Yecheng quickly! Avoid that the Jiangdong army will not be able to escape." Sima Yi sighed and said.

"Father, let's go together!" Sima Shi said immediately.

"No, as the chief general, how can I escape in the face of battle?" Sima Yi shook his head.

Next to him, Sima Zhao frowned and later said, "Father, the child thinks that if he can't stop it, it's better to surrender. With his father's ability, he will achieve success far beyond Zhuge Jin and Lu Xun."

"What did you say? Surrender? Don't talk nonsense!"

"Father, the child is not talking nonsense. According to the child, the Wei State is over. It is better to surrender early and seek good fame!" Sima Zhao continued.

"Great rebellion!" Sima Yi slapped the table and stood up.

Sima Shi hurriedly pulled Sima Zhao behind him and went up at the same time: "Father, calm down, calm down!"

But Sima Zhao still looked as if he was taken for granted, not aware of his mistake at all.

Sima Yi took a deep breath and forced himself to calm down. Then Sima Yi thought about it carefully and realized that what Sima Zhao said made sense.

"Yes, the Great Wei Kingdom is over. Do I still have to hold on..."
Chapter completed!