"This one is Pang Tong, courtesy name Shiyuan. Greetings, Prime Minister!"
Cao Cao could not help but feel suspicious as he looked at the man before him, who was dressed in rags and had a wine gourd hanging from his waist.
This guy is Fledgling Phoenix?
No matter how you look at him, he looks like a beggar!
Although this was what he thought, Cao Cao pulled Pang Tong up and said with a smile:
"I've long heard of Fledgling Phoenix Pang Shiyuan's great name. Now that I've met you, it's beyond my expectations!"
"There are countless legends about you, but not many people have seen you. I've sent troops to search for you, but they couldn't find you. I didn't expect you to take the initiative to come find me."
Pang Tong said with a smile:
"Prime Minister must be joking. This one is just a mountain villager. I'm used to being free and undisciplined. I've lived deep in the mountains and don't know much about the world. I've only recently heard of Prime Minister's great name, so I've come to join you."
"I hope Prime Minister doesn't mind. This one will definitely do his best to help!"
Cao Cao only smiled and didn't reply. Pang Tong hesitated for a moment, then said with a smile:
"I've recently heard that Prime Minister wants to attack Jiangdong. This one is not talented, but I've come up with a plan for Prime Minister."
"Oh? Let's hear it! "
Cao Cao's eyes flashed. He quickly waved his hand and beckoned Pang Tong to sit down, then continued:
"Come, bring Sir some wine and dishes."
Pang Tong cupped his hands and said:
"Most of Prime Minister's army are northern officials. There are many fields and little water in the north. There aren't many people who are good at water. In a battle in the south like Jiangdong, there will be a lot of battles on the water."
"Forgive this one for speaking bluntly. Prime Minister's Tiger Leopard Cavalry is brave and unparalleled, but it's extremely difficult for them to display their strength in a water battle."
Cao Cao nodded slightly and said with a serious expression:
"Just as Sir said, our army's elites are the Ferocious Cavalry. However, they are powerless in this attack on Jiangdong. This is something that has me tossing and turning restlessly in bed. Does Sir have a good plan?"
Pang Tong picked up the gourd at his waist and drank a mouthful of wine before continuing.
"That's right. I've thought about it for a long time and have come up with a perfect plan."
"In this naval battle, most of the soldiers are on the ships. Those who don't know how to swim will feel nauseous and dizzy. They won't be able to withstand the influence of the ship."
"But as long as we use iron chains to connect the boat, the shaking of the boat will be greatly reduced, and the boat will be able to travel on the water as if it were flat ground."
At this point, Pang Tong picked up the gourd and took another sip, but his eyes secretly looked at Cao Cao's reaction.
As soon as he finished speaking, Cao Cao slapped the table and laughed.
"Wonderful! What a brilliant plan! "
"What a great way to connect an iron chain to a boat, as if walking on flat ground!"
"I've thought about it for a long time, but I still can't figure it out. Listening to Mister's words today is better than reading the books of the saints for ten years! What a brilliant plan! "
Seeing Cao Cao's reaction, Pang Tong secretly smiled.
Then, Cao Cao called out, "Everyone, please come here.
"Sir, it must have been hard for you to come here. Your clothes are a little shabby."
"Since Mister has come to work for me and offered such a good plan, how can I disappoint Mister?"
"Guards! Prepare Mister's clothes. Bathe and change! "
Then, Dian Wei came over with the guards and respectfully cupped his hands to Pang Tong.
At this moment, Pang Tong felt that something was wrong.
Cao Cao's reaction was too intense.
Although his plan could indeed solve the dilemma of the Cao Army, Pang Tong knew very well what kind of person Cao Cao was.
It was impossible for Cao Cao to have such a big reaction just because of one or two good plans!
But after thinking about it, Pang Tong really couldn't figure out what he had said wrong.
Except for Cao Cao's unexpected reaction, there didn't seem to be anything unusual.
"Mister, please."
Dian Wei put on a simple and honest smile, which made Pang Tong shudder.
Dian Wei looked ferocious. When he grinned, he looked like he was going to eat someone.
"Oh, okay."
Pang Tong had to bite the bullet and leave with Dian Wei.
As soon as Pang Tong left the camp, Cao Cao's smile gradually disappeared and his eyes narrowed.
It had to be said that Pang Tong's plan was indeed feasible. It was a very good plan. Normally, Cao Cao would've agreed.
However, Bai Feng's note clearly stated the following:
"If the person you're working for offers a plan to connect the boats with iron chains, Prime Minister, you have to agree readily."
"When the time comes, General Cao Ren will be in charge of the implementation. I've already discussed it with General Cao Ren."
"And after the iron chains are connected to the boats, some old generals of Jiangdong will surrender. Prime Minister, you have to pretend to test them first and then accept them gladly."
Bai Feng's idea was very simple. According to the historical records, there were many main reasons for Cao Cao's failure to conquer Jiangdong, and he had to solve them one by one.
Before the war, Zhuge Liang and Zhou Yu would use tricks one by one. As long as he beat them at their own game, he would be halfway to success.
"Let Cao Ren in."
Cao Cao waved his hand and ordered.
A few minutes later, Cao Ren hurried into the tent and looked at Cao Cao with determination.
"Zixiao, do you know why I've asked you to come here?"
Cao Cao narrowed his eyes and asked.
Cao Ren smiled and said,
"Prime Minister, Mister's prediction was very accurate! Previously, Mister told me that there might be famous officials coming to join us in the next few days. When the time comes, I have to do something to the iron chains. "
"I've already taught the method that Mister taught me to a few of my trusted subordinates!"
Cao Cao smiled faintly and said, "Well done.
"Well done. Let's implement it now."
"Yes!"
Cao Ren accepted the order and turned to leave. Cao Cao waved his hand.
"Wait."
"After Pang Shiyuan baths and changes his clothes, I'll order him to monitor us. When the time comes, don't be careful. Don't let him see anything."
Cao Cao trusted Bai Feng completely. At this time, Bai Feng's prediction was so accurate that Cao Cao had no reason not to believe it.
Even Wolong was easily defeated by Bai Feng. Now, rumors were spreading all over Jiangdong. Sun Quan almost killed Zhou Yu. These words had all entered Cao Cao's ears.
So what if I don't want her?
Is she half as good as my subordinate, Mister Bai?
Since Bai Feng said so, it meant that there was definitely something wrong with Pang Shiyuan. This time, it was obvious that he would beat Pang Shiyuan at his own game.
If he wanted to act, why not just act until the end?
Cao Cao also knew that it was too sudden. He did not act well and appeared to be too anxious. Pang Tong was a smart person and would definitely be suspicious.
On one hand, letting Pang Tong monitor the army showed that he thought highly of him. On the other hand, letting him see with his own eyes the iron chains and dispel his worries.
At this time, Cao Cao no longer cared about this matter. His thoughts were on the words below the brocade pouch that Bai Feng gave him.
There will be Jiangdong soldiers coming to join us?
Previously, when Cao Cao was suppressing Dong Zhuo, he had seen the style of Sun Jian and his subordinates.
Jiangdong's soldiers had a unique characteristic – they were not afraid of death and were brave.
At that time, Cao Cao yearned for such soldiers. He liked talents partly because of this.
Cao Cao believed that even if Zhuge Liang came to surrender, the soldiers of Jiangdong, especially the old generals, would not surrender.
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