Chapter 201: Turmoil in Xudu

Shortly after everyone finished tallying the casualties of the battle, the reports of the casualties from Xiahou Dun and Xiahou Yuan's troops also arrived.

Xiahou Dun's Qingzhou Army suffered a loss of over two thousand men; Xiahou Yuan's Jibao Army suffered a loss of over three thousand men.

Wow, they lost more than 23,000 people in just one battle.

However, these losses were still worth it.

The casualties of Yuan's army were several times higher.

Yan Liang's cavalry from Bingzhou was heavily crippled, and they were beaten down even further.

颜良的并州狼骑只剩下了一千三百人,直接损失了四千七百人;袁军普通战骑损失一万八千千余人,步军损失两万八千;张郃的大戟士也损失了八百余人。

According to statistics, Yuan Jun's casualties reached as high as 58,800人.

The casualty ratio was nearly one to three, with Yuan Jun taking the initiative to launch the attack and also enjoying the advantage of timing by launching a surprise attack on Cao Jun.

可以说曹军是获得了一场大胜,但是众将的脸上都没有丝毫大胜后的喜悦,反而是个个面色凝重。

曹军如今剩余兵力为十一万一千余人,而袁军仍有十五万六千余人。(算上曹袁双方白马、瓠子两战损失)

This battle was able to achieve such a result, partly due to the incredible luck of the Cao army. Many factors that are difficult to replicate contributed to this success.

Xie Zhicai's vigilance, Yu Jin's intuition, the effectiveness of the Gluttonous and Iron Armored Camps against enemy generals and cavalry, the restraining power of the Mo Knife against cavalry, the timely reinforcements from Cao Chun and Yue Jin, Cao Cao's personal involvement in the battle, and Yue Jin's timely support on the hill - all these factors were indispensable!

There is one missing factor: today's result could be the breach of Cao Cao's Camp at Guandu, resulting in heavy losses for Cao Cao's army and a complete shift in the Cao-Yuan power struggle towards Yuan Shao's side.

Cao Cao cannot always rely on such luck. If Yuan Shao continues to drag the war, Cao Cao's forces will eventually be depleted by Yuan Shao's attrition tactics!

After a few days, Guo Jia's condition improved significantly on the Hu Zi battlefield. After advising Cao Hong, he immediately returned to the Guandu camp upon hearing that Cao Cao was engaged in a major battle against Yuan Shao.

When Cao Cao and the other generals heard that Guo Jia had returned, they were delighted. Over the years, Guo Jia had brought them victory time and time again. Subconsciously, they regarded Guo Jia as the backbone of the Cao army, and his return instilled confidence in them.

However, Guo Jia did not share their confidence.

He believed that the key factor in defeating Yuan's army was still the food and supplies.

If they were to attack Yuan's grain storage and set it on fire, Yuan's army would collapse on its own without them needing to get involved.

So Guo Jia asked Man Chong to send out a large number of Ming Mirror Guards to investigate the situation at Wuchao.

After all, this was originally the place where Yuan's army stored their rations. Guo Jia also speculated that Yuan's forces might still be storing supplies here.

However, the results of the investigation left Guo Jia somewhat disappointed.

Yuan Shao did not establish the granaries in this location.

曹操、郭嘉、满宠、戏志才等人也在激烈探讨着袁军可能的屯粮之所。满宠也加大明镜卫的探查力度,同时下令冀州镇抚使朱盖调查运粮路线,兖州镇抚使王图查清袁军军粮运输线。

However, it has to be said that Xu You is indeed a skilled spy.

In just a few years, with Yuan Shao's strong support, Feng Manlou's scale has already almost caught up with Mingjingtang.

满宠现在能胜许攸一筹,也是凭借明镜堂的底蕴和郭嘉给他灌输的后世谍报方法和思想。

但一时间,满宠也无法探查出袁军屯粮之所。

In the midst of the fierce battles at the frontline, there have been countless hidden conflicts and power struggles. Even in the rear of Cao Cao's army, certain individuals have become restless, harboring sinister intentions.

Xu Du

Sikong Mansion

A handsome and slender young man is currently seated in Cao Cao's position, with several literary scholars sitting below him.

This person is none other than Cao Cao's eldest son, Cao Ang.

On the right side below Cao Ang is the Chief Minister Xun Yu, and on the left side, the first person is Zhang Miao. However, surprisingly, Han Hao and Zao Zhi also sat in the second seat on the right and left side, respectively. (In the Han dynasty, the right side was considered superior)

It is only natural for Xun Yu to sit at the rightmost position. Han Hao and Zao Zhi can sit at the second seat on both sides. Initially, many people didn't understand why, but after Cao Ang and Xun Yu explained the reason, everyone felt somewhat relieved.

Han Hao and Zao Zhi are the implementers of the Reclamation Order. They now also control the food supply of the Cao army, naturally elevating their positions.

Especially Han Hao, as he also possesses remarkable military abilities, he has taken over the task of transporting grain and forage.

Everyone was already very worried about the logistical problems on a daily basis. However, the Emperor and many ministers in the palace, especially the older ones, have become increasingly restless.

Recently, the General-in-Chief Di Feng and the General of Yu Province Wu Zhou have both sent a lot of information to Cao Ang and Xun Yu. Translated:

天子刘协以伏皇后和董贵妃思念家人为由,召国丈伏完与国舅董承入宫,并设宴招待二人。天子刘协与国丈伏完与国舅董承皆喝得酩酊大醉。

Three days later, Duke Guozhang Fu Wan visited Duke Guoju Dong Cheng. Dong Cheng hosted a banquet to entertain Fu Wan and also invited General Yang Biao, Captain of the Guards Zhou Zhong, Palace Attendant Ma Yu, Palace Attendant Huang Kui, Adviser Shao Zhong, and Lieutenant General Liu Fan to attend the banquet.

This group consists of loyal supporters of the Han dynasty. This has made Cao Ang and others become wary, fearing that these people might cause trouble during the crucial moments of the war.

However, without proper reasons, they cannot just arrest these people. They all have high prestige among the officials, and arresting them without evidence would cause chaos, which would truly harm oneself.

Cao Ang looked at Xun Yu and rubbed his forehead. Dealing with these political affairs was already giving this young man a headache, luckily he had Xun Yu and numerous advisors supporting him from behind. But now, these people wanted to cause trouble as well, and he could somewhat understand how his father must have felt. Translate the above Chinese into English and keep all @ matches.

“Uncle Wenruo, what do you think?” Cao Ang turned his gaze to Xun Yu, wanting to hear his opinion on this matter.

Frowning, Xun Yu appeared to be deliberating something and didn't immediately respond to Cao Ang's words.

“公子,这件事,交给我就好,只是接下来的几日,政务就要多麻烦公子了。”

曹昂认为荀彧应该是有了一些想法,喜道“那就有劳文若叔父了。”

荀彧叹了口气,缓缓离开了司空府。

曹昂看着荀彧离开的背影,面色凝重。

曹操和郭嘉离去前,都分别提醒过自己,凡是涉及天子和汉室死党的事情,皆可交给荀彧处理,但是他必须留个心眼。

荀彧可信,但不可全信!

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