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On the surface, Cao Cao stopped Yang Rui from relocating the civilians, but he secretly wanted Gao Shun to take over Hulao Pass. Therefore, Yang Rui concluded that Cao Cao was putting on a show for others. Otherwise, there was no need for him to act one way while secretly doing another.
Moreover, after some speculation, it was not difficult for Yang Rui to figure out that Cao Cao was doing this to deal with Yuan Shao and Liu Dai. Previously, Cao Cao had most likely reached some secret agreement with the two of them. Perhaps it was because of this that Cao Cao was able to control the area east of Hulao Pass.
Even though the area to the east of Hulao Pass had gone through the chaos caused by the heroes seeking revenge against Dong Zhuo, the basic production structure had not been destroyed. Compared to the area to the west of Hulao Pass, which had been emptied by Dong Zhuo, the eight counties that Cao Cao occupied were enough to provide a place for him to rest for the time being.
As for why Cao Cao was only pretending to stop Yang Rui, the reason was unknown. However, there were only two or three possibilities. First, Yang Rui was not weak. Cao Cao did not want to offend Yang Rui too much and provoke a powerful enemy. Second, Cao Cao was very likely unwilling to sit by and watch Yuan Shao and Liu Dai dominate. Therefore, he did this for the sake of balance.
At present, although Cao Cao's performance was not as eye-catching as Yuan Shao's, the game's plot would definitely reserve a lot of scenes for Cao Cao. Therefore, Cao Cao's "ambitious and ruthless" template would be very useful at some point in the future. This also made it impossible for Cao Cao to sit by and watch Yuan Shao grow infinitely.
Regardless of the reason, Cao Cao's decision to go easy on Yang Rui was very convenient. If Cao Cao was determined to defend Hulao Pass and make things difficult for Yang Rui, it would be a very troublesome problem for Yang Rui.
Since Cao Cao's actions were inconsistent, Gao Shun had already sent people to Heyin to invite Zhang Ning, Zhang Liao, and Yang Rui's subordinates to provide support. This saved a lot of time for Yang Rui. Perhaps, these subordinates were already on their way to Hulao Pass.
Therefore, Yang Rui did not need to personally send troops to Heyin. However, just to be safe, Yang Rui sent a letter to Zhang Ning, Zhang Liao, and the County Magistrate of Duyang County. He ordered them to follow the original plan and rush to Hulao Pass as soon as possible. Yang Rui was in charge of the migration of the remaining NPCs.
After being freed, Yang Rui did not wait at Hulao Pass. Instead, he ordered Gao Shun to lead his subordinates to defend Hulao Pass. Yang Rui himself rode the Flying Carpet to Puyang City to check on Liu Dai's movements. He was still worried about Qiao Mao's situation.
At that moment, the other Feudal Lords had all passed through Hulao Pass and returned to their own territories. Therefore, with Gao Shun guarding Hulao Pass, there should not be any more Feudal Lords coming to "cause trouble." This was also why Yang Rui felt relieved to leave Hulao Pass.
After six hours of traveling, Yang Rui finally arrived at the surface of the Yellow River near Puyang City. After using the Flying Carpet for such a long time, Yang Rui discovered a few tricks to using the Flying Carpet. Although the Flying Carpet was not afraid of the ups and downs of the terrain, it still needed flat terrain to maintain its highest speed. Therefore, it was best to use it on the surface of the river.
Yang Rui felt that this principle was somewhat similar to the ground effect aircraft in real life. He did not know if this was the setting in the game. Yang Rui did not want to delve too deeply into it. However, using the Flying Carpet on the surface of the river was indeed better.
Setting aside the experience of using items aside, Yang Rui began to investigate the current situation of Puyang City in detail after arriving at the vicinity of the city. As Yang Rui expected, based on the current situation of the city's defense, a large number of Liu Dai's subordinates were still in Puyang City. They should not have any intention of attacking Changyi City for the time being.
However, based on the large number of ferries gathered outside Puyang City, Liu Dai was definitely preparing to cross the river to attack Qiao Mao. After seeing the ferries gathered, Yang Rui had an idea. If he could have one or two Thunder Fire Talismans, or even Star Fire Talismans, like during the Yellow Turban Uprising storyline, it would be enough. There was a chance that he could burn all of Liu Dai's ferries and delay the crossing of the river.
Unfortunately, Yang Rui did not have the relevant talismans on hand. Therefore, he could not burn the ferries. Even so, Yang Rui still waited until the dead of the night to try it with a normal fire. Of course, he didn't succeed.
This made Yang Rui pay more attention to the use of talisman papers such as the Thunder Fire Talisman and Starfire Talisman. If only these yellow turban talisman papers could be made by Zhang Ning!
Previously, Zhang Ning had successfully learned and comprehended the Asahi Pill's pill formula from the "Art of Peaceful Peace". At the same time, she should have also mastered some other pill formulas. Under Yang Rui's instructions, Zhang Ning had also successfully comprehended the method of making Talisman Tents. Now, almost all of Yang Rui's camps were made with Talisman Tents, which were resistant to water and fire and were able to resist the cold and heat.
Of course, Yang Rui had also instructed Zhang Ning to try making Thunder Fire Talismans and Star Fire Talismans. However, it was a pity that Zhang Ning told Yang Rui that only people at the level of her father, Zhang Ning, could make such high-grade Talismans. Furthermore, Zhang Ning's level was still far from that level.
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On the other hand, Yang Rui's attempt to burn down Liu Dai's ferry failed. Instead, he was discovered by Liu Dai's subordinates. Yang Rui had no choice but to go on a killing spree before escaping, causing quite a commotion. However, due to the darkness of the night, Liu Dai's subordinates were naturally unable to confirm Yang Rui's identity.
Since he had to wait for Zhang Ning and Zhang Liao to arrive at Hulao Pass, he couldn't do anything else for the time being. Yang Rui estimated the time it would take for Zhang Ning and Zhang Liao to arrive at Hulao Pass, so he stayed in the vicinity of Puyang City to continue investigating the movements of Liu Dai's troops, hoping to obtain first-hand information and make timely countermeasures.
While investigating, Yang Rui's hands were not idle. He had been waiting for an opportunity to kill Liu Dai's subordinates. Yang Rui and Liu Dai were already in an "Alliance Faction – Opposing Faction" relationship. Thus, eliminating Liu Dai's subordinates could also transfer the storyline achievement points, points, and Dukedom Contribution Points from [Dong Zhuo's Rebellion].
Although Yang Rui only randomly picked out the scattered or isolated Liu Dai's subordinates, he still had some gains. While Yang Rui obtained the storyline achievement points, points, and Dukedom Contribution Points, he also caused quite a bit of chaos among Liu Dai's subordinates. This was also a result that Yang Rui was happy to see. If this could delay Liu Dai's troops, it would be an unexpected gain.
Of course, the probability of this happening was very low. The commotion caused by Yang Rui alone would at most be seen by Liu Dai as someone deliberately causing trouble. It should not attract much attention. However, Yang Rui's scouting was not without results. When the sky was slightly brighter, Yang Rui also obtained some gains.
At that time, a fast boat set off from the Yellow River bank outside Puyang City's east gate. It kept going upstream, which attracted Yang Rui's attention. Boats that went out early in the morning were usually fishing boats. However, this boat was obviously different from a fishing boat. Only then did Yang Rui notice it.
Yang Rui's initial intention was to kill some of Liu Dai's soldiers on the boat to earn the storyline achievement points, points, and Dukedom Contribution Points. However, in the end, he obtained a letter from one of the soldiers and a storage bag with 10000 gold coins.
"To Northern Ji Prime Minister Bao Xin!"
When Yang Rui received the letter, he roughly guessed its origin. Just from the style of the letter, he knew that it was an important letter. The letter was sealed with red paint and there was a seal that Yang Rui could not distinguish. When he saw the name "Northern Ji Prime Minister Bao Xin", Yang Rui roughly guessed the contents of the letter before he even opened it.
"Brother Yun Cheng, although I have only been separated from you for a few days, I miss you very much! Today, I sent a messenger to talk about the matter of the Governor of the East County, Qiao Mao. I don't know if Brother Yun Cheng has heard about it. A few days ago, Qiao Mao returned to the East County, but for no reason, he seized the governing place of Yan Province, Changyi City! He is very unscrupulous!
Although Yuan Benchu is invincible and has helped me take down Puyang City, he still does not satisfy my hatred. Moreover, Changyi City is still in the hands of Qiao Mao's thieves. How can the people endure Qiao Mao's tyrannical conquest and enslavement? Because of this, I am very worried. I regret not being able to save the people from this calamity and not being able to punish the thief who stole the city.
However, my military strength is not enough to stabilize Puyang City, let alone take back Changyi City. Therefore, I hope that Brother Yun Cheng can send troops to help me and fight Qiao Mao together. When the time comes, I will give Brother Yun Cheng the land under Qiao Mao's jurisdiction. I will not go back on my words!
Although Qiao Mao is strong now, if Brother Yun Cheng is willing to send troops to help, Changyi City will be no different from an empty city. Qiao Mao is just a clay chicken and pottery dog. He will not be able to be compared with Brother Yun Cheng. Changyi City will be able to break the sun …
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Liu Dai knows that Brother Yun Cheng has a lot of troops and generals. Today, I have prepared a small gift of 10000 gold. I hope Brother Yun Cheng will help me. Liu Dai has also invited Yuan Benchu to send troops to suppress Qiao Mao in two days. I hope Brother Yun Cheng will remember our old friendship …
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Written by the Governor of Yan Province, Liu Dai! "
Yang Rui finished reading the letter. The contents were just as Yang Rui had guessed. This secret letter was written by Liu Dai to Bao Xin to ask for reinforcements. From the tone of Liu Dai to Bao Xin in the letter, it seemed that Liu Dai and Bao Xin had not reached any agreement before this. Yang Rui could not help but heave a sigh of relief.
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