Updated: 2012-12-27

The defeat was like a mountain of defeat, the Wei army suffered a great defeat, the morale was low, and the hearts of the people were shaken. Sima Yan saw it, was anxious, and sat in the tent and was frowning.

Originally, I could have climbed the peak at this moment when my reputation was most prominent, but now I fell to the bottom in one step. The dream of ascending the throne and becoming emperor seems to be getting farther and farther away, and military intelligence is imminent, which is directly related to the safety of Xuchang.

The two armies of 400,000 were more than 30% lost, and only more than 200,000 remained, and the morale of the army was not as good as before. It was naturally impossible for the Shu army to be unscathed. The power of the winner and the narrowing gap in military strength, and Shu Han has firmly stood up.

"This battle is related to the safety of Xuchang, the foundation of the Great Wei Dynasty. What are the strategies for you to retreat to the enemy?" He suppressed his fear in his heart, Sima Yan looked at the civil and military officials in the camp and showed his longing eyes.

The civil and military officials of the Wei Kingdom looked at each other, watching from both sides, and aroused a lot when they heard this, but no one was willing to stand up. Qin Xiu was the lesson of the past, and they remembered each other in their hearts. How dare they talk too much at this time?

It is true that Duke Jin needs a scapegoat to soothe people's hearts and calm their resentment. It is obviously Duke Jin's decision, and he is not allowed to speak. After the result of a miserable defeat, he took the blame for someone like Qin Xiu, who actively offered advice. Everyone is not a fool, so how can he not feel cold in his heart?

Besides, Qin Xiu was once Du Yu's deputy general, and he was an expert in the army. Qin Xiu's suggestions and judgment at that time were not inferior, but his opponent was unfathomable. Speaking of which, Qin Xiu's level was free to meet Jiang Wei. Even if others had the will to offer suggestions, they would lose the courage.

At that time, the Wei army had Wancheng restrained the Shu army. Now that the Shu army has lost all their worries, who can stop it?

Seeing that everyone was not saying anything, Sima Yan knew that the previous act of pulling Qin Xiu back hurt people's hearts. But he also had his own difficulties. It was indeed his own idea to withdraw his troops, but who made Qin Xiu's previous judgment make mistakes? Qin Xiu couldn't believe it, and Yu Zhe didn't say anything. Who did he believe in whom he believed?

Is it because I support you guys to be frugal and frugal, just flatter and nod and bow every day? I have no performance at critical moments. What if I don’t kill one of them to show you?

"Even if you are speaking freely, I will not pursue your fault for your misunderstanding!" After pressing down on your anger, Sima Yan compromised. These people were indeed not in line with their own taste, but who else can I count on at this moment?

After hesitating, Zhang Hua sighed slightly. If Duke Jin had accepted the wrong responsibility in front of Du Yu and others, the matter would not be so complicated. For a little prestige, he killed an active member like Qin Xiu. How dare the ministers in the court speak freely?

"I believe that our army is newly defeated and should not fight against the Shu people, and should withdraw from Xuchang." Zhang Hua stood up and took the lead in making a move.

"Xuchang..." Sima Yan looked at Zhang Hua's firm gaze and remembered his plan with Zhang Hua. Retreat to Xuchang was equivalent to moving towards retreating to Hebei and giving up the strategic plan of Central Plains.

It is impossible to ascend the throne and become emperor now. The only way is to give up the Central Plains, give up the Wei Kingdom, and establish its own country in Hebei. In this way, the negative impact of the family scholars can be minimized. Moreover, there is a surging Yellow River blockade in Hebei, which can be used as a barrier.

But the price paid for is to hand over half of the country to the people of Shu. How can this make a decision?

"There is still a 200,000 army in Gu's hands. How can he lose to the Shu people! Lose to the old man Liu Chan!" He raised his arms and roared, Sima Yan threw away Duke Jin's demeanor and filled his eyes with anger.

Zhang Hua's move was to secretly ask Sima Yan about his meaning. Seeing that Duke Jin insisted on the strategic policy of fighting the Central Plains with the Shu army, he stopped talking and slowly retreated into the crowd.

When the civil and military officials saw that Zhang Hua was silent, the Duke of Jin was so angry that they shuddered. When they were awake, Duke of Jin still had the act of killing Qin Xiu. How could Sima Yan feel relieved when he was angry?

"I gathered the whole country, and there were so many food and grass here, and there were countless weapons. Do you only know how to retreat alone and fight against the Sichuan thieves?"

Sima Yan was unwilling to accept it and felt resentful. Everyone present could feel the anger of Duke Jin, and his timid forehead began to sweat.

After a long silence, everyone's eyes fell on Du Yu. The army was defeated and the general was in blood. However, if you want to stop repeating the same mistakes in the next battle, you can only rely on Du Yu.

Sima Yan gradually returned to peace, and the camp tent was silent. Du Yu slowly raised his head, his face seemed to be much older.

"Duke Jin clearly understands that all the elite troops of our army are lost in one day, and it is useless to stay here to fight in a field. Only by retreating to Xuchang is the best strategy!"

"What!? General, do you think you should withdraw your troops?" Sima Yan looked at Du Yu in disbelief. He didn't expect that even the first person in the court would think that it would be impossible to stop the Shu army here... What about his own hegemony and his own emperor's dream?

Retreat and agree with the interests of countless people, but it was a result that everyone was unwilling to see. Even though Sima Yan made many mistakes, even though the Shu army was in full swing, everyone never thought that the Wei Dynasty could not stop the advancement of the Shu army with all its strength. Unexpectedly, the 200,000 army would be invincible!

Zhang Hua saw sweat in his palms, and knew that Du Yu's words were not a joke. If he really had a way to repel the Shu army, he would not have been silent for a long time with Du Yu's loyalty.

With a smirk, the deep wrinkles on Du Yu's forehead were tangled together and he said slowly: "The elite troops in the army are gone, the rest are depressed, and countless injured people are injured. Retreat to Xuchang is the only way, but it is not to be afraid of the people of Shu."

"Oh? How do you say this?" Sima Yan heard a glimmer of hope and asked hurriedly.

Du Yu calmed down and entrusted his own calculations: "The harm of the Shu people is not only here, our army is unsustainable for new defeat, but it may not be lost to the Shu people. Xuchang Jucheng is rich in money and food. I asked 100,000 troops to defend here and drag the main force of Shu Han. This is one of them."

"The victory or defeat on the Western Front is unknown, but Hangu Pass is a dangerous place in the world. The troops under the city will be removed and Baohulao will form a horn to echo Xuchang. This is the second one."

"Ma Long is a man with great intelligence and can succeed to my position and lead him 50,000 troops to travel east, break the two Huai and Shu troops, and break the siege of Qingxu. This is the third one."

Talk about it, not Qi's clever strategy, but clearly set up the entire strategy. To this day, Cao Wei no longer has any advantage, he can only fight hard.

Sima Yan listened quietly. Du Yu's strategy was very clear. He withdrew the troops from the Western Front to assist Xuchang's guards and divided the remaining troops to relieve the urgent situation between the two Huaihe River and Qingxu. The Wei army could not capture Hangu Pass, just as the Shu army could not cross Hulao Pass, so the defense of the western route was as stable as Mount Tai.

Ma Long was a general promoted by Du Yu and played a crucial role in previous battles. He was the first person under Du Yu at that time. Ma Long led 50,000 troops to reinforce various fronts in the East, which could break the current stalemate. Once the crisis in the East eases, the Shu army in the middle will be isolated and helpless, and it is difficult to get a advantage.

The strategy is clear and the responsibilities are clear, but Sima Yan always had a question in his mind. Where did Du Yu stay in Xuchang?

Seeing the ministers nodding one after another, Sima Yan was also thinking, Du Yu said again: "This battle is extremely dangerous and protracted. Even if we win, we will be seriously injured. Duke Jin can station troops in Chenliu, Puyang, and even the north bank of the Yellow River to provide help with iron cavalry, restrain some of the combat power of the Shu army and reduce the pressure on Xuchang City."

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After the war, the Shu army stationed in Wancheng to count the casualties. Although this battle was won, Wen Yang's five thousand elite troops were wiped out. Wen Yang himself was seriously injured and could not fight for a while. Liu Yin and his 80,000 troops lost more than 40,000 people, and those who survived were also covered with scars.

All soldiers and generals were damaged. A rough estimate was that the Shu army lost about 70,000 troops. Compared with the nearly 200,000 troops destroyed by the Wei army, it is naturally incomparable. However, the total strength of the Shu army has been reduced to more than 100,000, which is still a little less than that of the Wei army.

The materials in Wancheng were burned completely, and the Shu army had nothing to gain except occupying the territory. Although the Wei army was defeated, it could occupy favorable terrain, and it had many soldiers and generals.

Knowing oneself and knowing one's enemy, one wins every battle. Du Yu, one side of the Wei army, arranged the next strategy based on the situation of the Wei State; Liu Chan and Jiang Wei also changed their strategic policies based on their own situation.

At such a critical moment, both sides’ primary task is to settle themselves before they can plot against each other. Jiang Wei’s ability may not be unable to measure Du Yu’s plan. Could it be that Du Yu’s ability can’t estimate Jiang Wei’s arrangements?

But the two chose to consolidate themselves first for complete grasp!
Chapter completed!