Foreign soldiers and horses invaded on a large scale, the court was in an uproar, and the civil and military officials looked at a loss as if a catastrophe was coming, and only a few people were calm.

In the main hall of the Imperial Palace, Liu Xie, the Son of Heaven, looked at the panicked ministers, his eyes were full of helpless contempt, and he was full of disappointment for these ministers who usually talked about it.

has been fighting secretly with Cao Cao for several years, but at every critical time, it is Cao Cao who can be counted on, Liu Xie has confused the essence of this inexplicable relationship, and gradually let Cao Cao deal with big and small things.

Liu Xie shook his head slightly, and said with a little displeasure: "The alien race has not yet attacked, and those who are in high positions will lose their proportions, and they are not afraid of making people laugh when they spread it?" ”

was scolded by Liu Xie, and these ministers were uneasy and restrained, and quickly bowed their heads and remained silent, provoking punishment from the side.

Seeing that the situation was slightly better, Liu Xie looked at Cao Cao, who was frowning on the side, and asked gently: "Is there any way for the prime minister to break the enemy and solve the disaster of this Guishan country." ”

The new defeat of Guandu is the time when it is necessary to recuperate and regain its strength, and Cao Cao is also embarrassed by this catastrophe at this time.

The Guishan army has a large number of people, and if you want to stop them in Xiliang, it is not impossible, but you must do your best, then in the future, he will definitely be in a powerless position in the battle with Li Huiyi.

On the one hand, the safety of the country and the nation, on the other hand, the life and death of the Han family and even the entire Cao family, Cao Cao didn't know how to choose for a while.

At this time, hearing Liu Xie's question, Cao Cao quickly made a decision in his heart, and said slowly: "Han can die, Cao can die, and the thousand-year-old inheritance cannot be broken." ”

"Please also ask Your Majesty to issue a death edict, pass it on to all states and counties, let the army and the people fight to the death, and if there are those who are cowardly, they will be wiped out."

Cao Cao's words are full of the heart of the decisive battle, so that the few people in the court who have great righteousness are full of passionate fighting spirit.

Shang Shu ordered Xun Yu, without waiting for everyone's reaction, and knelt down directly and said: "What the prime minister said is reasonable, the old minister asks His Majesty to give an order quickly, so as not to delay the war." ”

Even Xun Yu, who had always been interested in relying on Liu Xie, took the lead in agreeing, and the rest of the people dared to hesitate and knelt down to agree.

"Your Majesty has the courage to give an order quickly!"

"Your Majesty has the courage to give an order quickly!"

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The unanimous voice in the court made Liu Xie exude a trace of imperial temperament, and he waved his big hand and said: "Okay, pass on the imperial decree of the widow, order the soldiers and civilians of the thirteen states of the Han Dynasty to be on standby to defend against the enemy, if anyone attacks each other at this time, they will be dealt with as traitors to the enemy, and everyone can be punished." ”

"There are also those who retreat or defect to the enemy without a fight, no matter how high their position and how powerful they are, they will destroy the three clans with one hand, and those who have meritorious service in the edict will be sealed after the war, regardless of their origin."

As soon as Liu Xie's voice fell, Cao Cao took the lead in saluting and called: "Your Majesty is wise, the Han family is lucky, and the people are lucky." ”

The ministers of the court, regardless of whether they were with Cao Cao or not, followed him at this time.

United, Cao Cao was full of confidence in this, and out of respect, he asked Liu Xie for instructions, and began to arrange it.

In addition to the defense of the northern army, Cao Cao ordered the rest of the soldiers and horses to rush to Tongguan, and ordered a large-scale recruitment, all men over the age of 16 must serve in the army unconditionally, otherwise they will be severely punished.

Just when Cao Cao issued a series of orders, suddenly a eunuch trotted in, kowtowed and said: "Your Majesty, there is a general envoy outside the palace who asks to see you." ”

"Huh?"

"Huh?"

"This general sent ......"

"I don't know ......"

……

Hearing that Li Huiyi had sent someone to come, the ministers of the court were puzzled for a while, and they all whispered and speculated about their purpose.

Cao Cao and Liu Xie glanced at each other and nodded slightly, Liu Xie saw this and ordered the eunuch to invite people quickly.

After waiting for about a cup of tea, Wang Sheng, under the leadership of the eunuch, came to the court.

Wang Sheng, everyone is no stranger, he is Li Huiyi's little Wang who fell into Mi County, rescued him, went to the north, which is equivalent to being reborn, so he changed his name to Wang Sheng.

I didn't dare to imagine seeing the Son of Heaven before, but at this time, it really happened in front of him, Wang Sheng stared at Liu Xie for a moment, and then remembered that he had lost his manners, and hurriedly knelt down in a panic.

"Lord Bo Wangsheng has seen His Majesty and the Prime Minister."

Liu Xie raised his hand and said, "Get up, why did the general send you?" ”

Wang Sheng stood up and said, "Back to Your Majesty, the minister has come to discuss the matter of resisting foreign invasions on the orders of the general. ”

"Oh?" Liu Xie's face showed a hint of disbelief, it stands to reason that Li Huiyi is not connected with Xiliang under his rule, so the chance of fighting the Guishan army head-on is very small.

Although Xiliang is currently in the hands of Li Huiyi, it can be attacked from several sides, and it is also a good choice to abandon this desolate place, after all, the disadvantages outweigh the advantages.

As for whether the Kushan will invade from the north, pass through the Xiongnu's homeland, and force the state to merge, this may be very small, unless the front is at a disadvantage or forced to do so.

No matter what the purpose is, since Li Huiyi sent someone to come, it can be regarded as an indication of his attitude, Liu Xie smiled and said: "Okay, the general is really loyal to the country, but he is just empty words, and he can't break the enemy." ”

Wang Sheng replied respectfully: "Back to Your Majesty, the general has ordered Shi Jiaxu, the chief of staff, to lead the people to resist to the death in Xiliang......

Hearing Liu Xie's words, Wang Sheng hurriedly told all the things that happened in Xiliang, and expressed his willingness to cooperate with Liu Xie in action, as for material support, it can also be considered to a certain extent.

Such a cheap thing, Liu Xie, Cao Cao and others did not dare to believe it, thinking that Li Huiyi wanted to play some tricks.

Liu Xie, who was uncertain, could only look at Cao Cao, meaning to let him come out and call the shots.

After receiving the instruction, Cao Cao opened his mouth and said: "Benxiang and the general are old friends, and I know his character well, let's say, what does he want?" ”

Kind-hearted and selfless help, seeing that Cao Cao misunderstood, Wang Sheng was not happy in his heart, his face was respectful and sharply reduced, and he said flatly: "The general had an explanation before the minister's departure, saying that personal gains and losses are not worth mentioning compared with the country's safety. ”

"He also said that the prime minister would definitely choose like him, but what I saw with my own eyes today is really chilling and painful."

Who is Cao Cao, naturally he will not be moved by a few words, and said expressionlessly: "Since the general is so sincere, I don't know if there is a clear explanation?" ”

Since it is useless to say, then Wang Sheng can only answer in a cold official tone. "Back to the prime minister, the general can be guaranteed for five years, not to take the initiative to violate, if the prime minister is short of food, the number is not much, he can also help."

"As for the military, as long as it is in the face of the Kushan army, the general's soldiers and horses, the prime minister can ask for cooperation, if anyone does not obey, you can report it quickly, the general will investigate, the situation is true, and the head of that person will be used to reply to the prime minister."

If he does not take the initiative to violate for five years, Li Huiyi's promise can be regarded as a reassuring pill for Cao Cao, so that he will no longer have to worry about the future, plus the rest of the conditions, it can be described as a happy event from heaven.