Yuan Shao's face was a little unhappy, but there were many people in the tent, so he couldn't get too angry. He had to ask: "But the Youzhou army is very morale, and it is a helpless move for our army to avoid the edge for the time being. Why can't Ziyuan see the good intentions of our general? Could it be that Ziyuan still has a clever plan?"

Xu You advised, "Lord, these are all the same words as spies. We have never known what the Youzhou army is. Besides, our army was the first to start tomorrow's battle, so how can we be afraid before the battle?"

Yuan Shao looked ugly and said angrily: "Ziyuan, do you want to say that I was afraid of him or not?"

In a hurry, Xu You didn't seem to notice the change in Yuan Shao's face, or he felt that he had a good relationship with Yuan Shao, so even if he saw it, he didn't take it too seriously.

At this time, Xu You heard that Yuan Shao had already developed a desire to retreat, so he dared not be negligent. He quickly advised: "Lord, the orders will be changed every day to damage our army's face and even suffocate the spirit of Jizhou. Please think twice!"

General Yan Liang also came out and advised: "What Xu Biejia said is reasonable. Now the soldiers of the three armies know about the decisive battle tomorrow, so how can they not retreat? Isn't this a destruction of our army's reputation? If this matter is spread, then will I not be laughed at by Cao Cao, Yuan Shu and others in Jizhou?"

Wen Chou has always advanced and retreated with Yan Liang, and now he advised: "That's true, our army has more than 90,000 people, and the troops under Gongsun Zan are all in full swing, with only more than 50,000 people. Why should we retreat? Even if his Youzhou army has some clever tricks, can he, Gongsun Zan, still hide his spies from our army on this endless plain?"

After seeing this, the other generals made suggestions, all of whom were strongly advocating a decisive battle with Gongsun Zan. Most of the counselors also made the same statements, among which only Guo Tu and Xun Chen did not express their opinions.

Yuan Shao had originally planned to retreat temporarily, and then make plans after finding out the specific situation of the Youzhou army. However, the military order has been issued, and when it comes to talking about retreating, it will really affect the morale of the three armies.

Just as Yuan Shao was thinking about good plans, he suddenly saw Guo Tu and Xun Chen standing there, looking light and quiet.

At that moment, Yuan Shao asked, "Looking at the public, if you look confident, you have a good idea in your heart. It's better to say it out and let everyone take a closer look at it."

After hearing Yuan Shao's words, everyone turned to look at these two wise men with extremely low presence in Yuan's army.

When Guo Tu and Xun Chen saw that they could not let go, they both looked at each other and could see a hint of bitterness from each other's eyes.

However, since Yuan Shao had already asked questions, Guo Tu had to speak out his opinion, "In the following view, there is nothing wrong with Xu Biejia's words, but the Youzhou army is acting strangely, so we must find out the reason."

From Guo Tu's words, Yuan Shao heard that he agreed with Xu You's meaning, and a irritability suddenly arose in his heart. He immediately asked Xun Chen: "Youruo, what do you think?"

Xun Chen was able to accompany Yuan Shao at a young age and give him advice. It can be seen that he is also a well-versed person in dealing with things and is good at observing words and expressions. When he saw Yuan Shao’s face was unhappy, he quickly swallowed up what he was about to say. Then he changed his mind and advised Yuan Shao tactfully: "As the saying goes, military orders are like mountains, and they should not be like children's play. As the lord said before, if the lord's orders are changed every day, it may make the soldiers of the three armies feel that the lord is afraid of Gongsun Zan, which will damage the lord's reputation in the Gregorian calendar!"

"Besides, the number of Youzhou Army is only half of our army. In addition, the battlefield here is flat, and there is no possibility of using the winning technique. What's more, this is the territory of Jizhou. If you retreat, wouldn't it be ridiculed by the heroes in the world?"

"Of course, whether the Youzhou Army's method of burning boats is really just a plan to fight back, or is there any secret that cannot be told? No one of us can tell."

"The lord's worries are normal. Tomorrow our army will only have 10,000 or 20,000 troops to protect the lord. Even if Gongsun Zan has a plan to deceive the world, he will not have so many people to help him, right?"

Xun Chen first explained the reason why he could not retreat. As soon as he finished speaking, he saw Yuan Shao's face full of gloomy face. He quickly explained that the battlefield was endless and told Yuan Shao in a vague way that our number of soldiers was twice that of Youzhou Army. Even if he had any conspiracy and tricks, he could not make any trouble. Finally, he put forward a small suggestion, which was to use a large army to protect Yuan Shao Zhouquan, so that Yuan Shao could stop his worries.

Sure enough, after Xun Chen finished speaking, Yuan Shao's expression improved slightly. He lowered his head and thought for a while, nodded and responded: "If what you said is very suitable for me. I wonder what you think?"

Xu You was stolen by Xun Chen, and his eyes looked at Xun Chen a little cold, but this was the best way at the moment. He came out and replied: "If you are a great talent, I can't do it. This plan is very good."

After hearing Xu You's words, Xun Chen's heart suddenly skipped a beat and said intimidatingly, saying no. He quickly looked up at Xu You, but saw the cold light in Xu You's eyes that made him a little scared.

Xu Youshan was jealous. Since Guo Tu lost power, he has been at the top of his head in the Jizhou civil service system. He is actually a top figure and plays an important role in Jizhou.

But now, the war is imminent, Xun Chen does not avoid the edge, and has made a long speech to get the lead. The style shown in his words makes others look at him differently. Even Yuan Shao knew Xun Chen's talent well and admired him.

Although honest words are unpleasant and beneficial to actions, they also need to pay attention to the way of expression. This shows that Xun Chen's way of dealing with people is better than Xu You. The two of them wanted to be developed the same, but Yuan Shao couldn't listen to Xu You's words, but Xun Chen's words made Yuan Shao feel relaxed.

In Xu You's view, Xun Chen's move was called a tactful advice, which was actually a suspicion of fighting for fame and fortune.

Xun Chen quickly said softly: "I really don't dare to make contributions. If I make contributions, it should be Xu Biejia. I just made some modifications to Xu Biejia's words. Fortunately, I was praised by the lord, so I was really frightened and worried."

As the saying goes, the speaker is unintentional, and the listener is intentional. Xun Chen's act of rewarding merits and labor is even more provoked to him in public, which is to read a meaning to everyone, that is, Xu You can't speak, and Xun Chen can defeat him with just a little modification.

At this moment, Xu You said coldly: "Mr. Xun is right. From this we can see that Mr. Xun is the leader of my adviser. All of us think less than Master Xun!"

As soon as these words were said, some people who had simple thoughts became dissatisfied with Xun Chen on the spot. At this time, everyone had an idea in their minds, that is, Xun Chen really would not stop when he saw it, and he actually dared to speak in public and sarcasticly.

As soon as Xun Chen said, he knew that he was going to be bad. After hearing Xu You's words, he could only respond with a wry smile. He knew that no matter how much he explained, he would be futile. He thought that he was still too young and had persuaded Yuan Shao tactfully, but then he said such nonsense again.

Guo Tu was very optimistic about his fellow villager. Seeing Xun Chen in an awkward situation, he quickly reached out and pulled Xun Chen's sleeve. When Xun Chen turned to look at him, Guo Tu shook his head slightly and signaled him not to speak nonsense again.

After understanding Guo Tu's meaning, Xun Chen quickly cast a grateful look at him and then retreated back to the crowd.

Xu You saw Guo Tu's small moves, how could Xu You let go of such a good opportunity to attack Xun Chen? He smiled coldly and said, "What? Lord Guo also has different opinions? You might as well say it out loud, so that those who are not talented and have the opportunity to learn."

Guo Tu glanced at Xu You, who was successful in the villain, and thought to himself that he used to be like Xu You now? Now it seems that he was really annoying.

Listening to Xu You's ridicule with a gun and a stick, Guo Tu was not angry. He clasped his fists to Xu You and replied, "Tu, how dare you compare the ambition of the sparrow with the swan. It's hard to wait for the lobby to speak, so you won't show off your skills. If you dirty Xu Biejia's ears, it's a villain's sin."

Guo Tu was originally disliked by Xu You, and he was also a clever person, so how could he weaken his momentum in his conversation? However, there was some intention of not wanting to compete with Xu You for favor, but he didn't know whether Xu You could listen or not.

Yuan Shao kept watching coldly. Seeing Xu You were still in trouble with Guo Tu, he was in a bad mood and was even more irritable now. He slapped the desk in front of him and shouted: "Enough, the war is coming, and you still have these leisure and leisure. You are really shameful. I have made up my mind and act according to Xun Chen's plan. Tomorrow, Gao Lan led 20,000 troops to protect the general's central army, and the rest of the generals acted according to the strategy set by Bai Ri, and they were all dispersed."

Seeing Yuan Shao angry, everyone was so scared that they lowered their heads and said nothing. Even Xu You, who was staring at him, was shocked and did not dare to talk to him.

No matter what the final development is, Yuan Shao once again strengthened his confidence in a decisive battle with Gongsun Zan. However, Yuan Shao was a suspicious person, and in this hesitation, he would inevitably be a little imaginative.

Yuan Shao was able to show his great things to the fullest, but in the end, after the persuasion of his ministers, he had no choice but to continue to act according to his plan.

The next day, the red sun was rising and the wind was cold. The grass covered with dewdrops on the ground was still standing stubbornly.

The two armies are south of the Zhang River and opposite each other on the plains.

On the left, the Youzhou army was waving with flags and neatly looking, and a tragic aura of fighting to the death was slowly gathering.

On the right, Jizhou has many soldiers and well-equipped soldiers. Under the leadership of Yan Liang, Wen Chou and other generals of Yuan army, they are ready to fight.

"Dongdongdongdongdong..."

The dull and long drum sounded slowly in the Youzhou military formation. The drum sounds were like Thunder God's war hammers, instantly tearing through the red clouds above the sky.
Chapter completed!