"Lord, my subordinates are not joking. Please think about what our purpose is and what we are concerned about, and how can we get a way to take into account both?"

Guan Jing's eyes lit up, but then he looked at Dong Zhao with some jealousy, regretting why he didn't think of this problem. He had obviously taken ninety-nine steps, but this last step was not something he took. It felt really uncomfortable, like a little bug was constantly biting in his heart.

Gongsun Yue nodded secretly. Dong Zhao's idea was indeed very clever. This method can not only achieve the essence of alliance, but also avoid stimulating Fang Zhiwen. It is indeed a way to have the best of both worlds.

Gongsun Zan's eyes gradually lit up: "Gongren said that he would first reach the essence of the alliance, but wouldn't give Fang Zhiwen a verbal excuse? But would he use abnormal means, such as thieves?"

"Lord, our army is different from Yuan Shao. The area where our army borders Fang Zhiwen is originally a key defense area. As long as the Fang Zhiwen army does not arrive together, what fear will our army be? Can some thieves be destroyed? Furthermore, if there are really thieves, we can take the opportunity to seek control of the Taihang Mountains."

Gongsun Zan nodded: "It makes sense, it makes sense!"

Guan Jing frowned and asked, "Gongren, this is just your wishful thinking. Yuan Shao and Sima Fang may not cooperate. On the contrary, if Sima Fang holds the idea of ​​dividing us with Fang Zhiwen, he will even take the opportunity to sell us to Fang Zhiwen."

Dong Zhao smiled. This was a bit unreasonable. Didn’t you just say you wanted to form an alliance? Now I have found an effective way to form an alliance for you, but you are talking about the danger of forming an alliance! However, Dong Zhao was not stumped by Guan Jing’s rebuttal.

"I think I can't. Does Sima Fang understand the truth that the lips are dead and the teeth are cold? Besides, didn't Shi Qi say that just now? Fang Zhiwen's strength is a threat to all the princes. Even if Sima Fang divides our territory with Fang Zhiwen, will he have the capital to confront Fang Zhiwen? I think that this will not only not increase Sima Fang's capital to counter Fang Zhiwen, but will further improve Fang Zhiwen's strength. Sima Fang can regain Dong Zhuo's subordinates and control the Chang'an court by himself. How could he be so short-sighted?"

Guan Jing opened his mouth, and he seemed to have done something stupid, which became a stepping stone for Dong Zhao. Guan Jing, who felt bitter in his heart, simply closed his mouth and no longer wanted to set up a stage for Dong Zhao.

"What about Yuan Shao?" Gongsun Yue continued.

"Yuan Shao is a little troublesome. Although Yuan Shao has many ideas, his enemy is undoubtedly Cao cāo. Our army is on his back and forth. It is beneficial for us to solve Cao cāo first. At the same time, Yuan Shao should have the most personal experience of Fang Zhiwen's harm. He will not misunderstand the benefits of forming an alliance with us."

Gongsun Zan smiled bitterly when he heard this. The one who had experienced the most in person was probably not Yuan Shao, but himself. However, Dong Zhao was right. The conflict between Yuan Shao and Fang Zhiwen was irreconcilable. Even after defeating Cao Cāo, Yuan Shao would still turn around to fight Fang Zhiwen. Therefore, the three sides did have a basis for an alliance. As for Liu Bei, although Liu Bei did not have a border with Fang Zhiwen now, Liu Bei would not not understand the harm of Fang Zhiwen. At least, he would be happy to see it.

After understanding the gains and losses, Gongsun Zan had an idea in his mind, his back seemed to be straighter, and his voice seemed loud and powerful.

"Shiqi's suggestions are very good, and Gongren's supplements are even more exquisite. This general decided to adopt this suggestion, so he asked the two to go to Chang'an and Qiao County respectively, and be sure to convince Sima Fang and Yuan Shao to form an alliance to fight against Cao cāo!"

"promise!"

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"Absurd!" Cao cāo threw the white silk with the information written in his hand on the desk. The expression on his face was very strange, as if he was ridiculing, and as if he was laughing.

Xi Zhicai looked at the white silk on the table curiously. Cao cāo raised his hand and signaled Xi Zhicai to get it himself.

Xi Zhicai stepped forward, picked up the white silk on the desk, looked carefully, frowned slightly, stopped for a moment, turned his head to look at Cao cāo, who was looking at the birds on the dead trees outside the window and said, "Lord, this is...intention in Youzhou!"

"Haha, isn't that the case? These people are really interesting. They can actually think of this method. I really want to see if Fang Zhiwen eats this trick."

"Lord, Fang Zhiwen has never suffered a loss, and he has to occupy the righteousness. But this time, they are united to deal with us. What can Fang Zhiwen do if he does?"

"All military alliances are there. Isn't anyone who is right against these three parties their enemies? Will Fang Zhiwen not understand this?"

Xi Zhicai smiled slightly: "Of course he understands it, but no matter how he understands it, he has no name to do it. The person who came up with this trick is indeed smart."

"It may not be true. People who think they are smart will often fall under the feet of smarter people. Let's look at each other with a long eye. Fang Zhiwen is never a person who will suffer losses. If it is not as bright as possible, they will definitely be dark."

"Dark? Is it the thief's trick? This trick may not be useful for Gongsun Zan!"

Cao cāo squinted his eyes and looked at the bird combing his feathers on the branches, and smiled, "Zhicai, you underestimate Fang Zhiwen too much. Who is Fang Zhiwen? He is an evil ghost. There are only things you can't imagine, and nothing he can't do. I dare to guarantee it. This time Gongsun Zan will definitely be unlucky. But these guys use us as stepping stones, and humiliate me and reputation must be condemned. When I go to court tomorrow, I will ask for an order to punish these crazy and perverse people who disrespect the emperor."

"Punishment? Oh, does the lord want to issue an edict to let Fang Zhiwen send troops to attack Gongsun Zan?"

"That's right! Whether he accepts the order or not, Gongsun Zan and others will definitely be unable to sleep or eat, haha..."

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This winter seems to be very cold. A brazier has been lit in the Miyun General Staff. There is a faint carbon fragrance in the room and a slightly hot air. After staying for a long time, my nose is dry and not very comfortable.

Tian Feng always unconsciously reached out to rub his itchy nose. The careful Tian Zhi asked someone to bring a basin of water and put it in the house to relieve the very dry air. While pouring a cup of new tea for everyone, letting the hot steam moisten everyone's nasal cavity.

"......Next, what do you think about Gongsun Zan, Sima Fang and Yuan Shao forming a military alliance to fight Cao cāo?"

"Isn't this obvious? It's fake to fight against Cao cāo, but it's real to fight against us! It seems that Gongsun Zan is very scared!" Li Ru sipped the tea and said in a vague voice.

"Can you not be afraid? Taiyuan and Shangdang are all under the blade of our army. It would be strange if he didn't do anything!" Kuai Liang nodded in agreement.

"In other words, both of you believe that the purpose of forming a military alliance between these three families is to us, so is the purpose of this military alliance defense or attack?"

"Defense, Yuan Shao is unable to attack now, and Gongsun Zan cannot even hide. Sima Fang shouted loudly, but his hands remained slow, and each had his own ulterior motives. How could he attack? The ultimate goal is to intimidate our army."

Tian Feng nodded, picked up his pen and wrote the opinions of the General Staff behind the document. After writing, Tian Feng narrowed his eyes and thought for a while, and suddenly laughed: "Guess, how will the lord deal with this?"

"The lord must first ask us what we think. Yuan Hao should think of the General Staff's suggestions first."

"It's your turn to start from the left, the difference, your suggestion."

"I think it is possible to make activities like Yi Ren and Thieves. The key is that Gongsun Zan cannot have the illusion that we can't do anything about him. This will have an adverse impact on our next strategy to move westward."

"Children?"

"Sir, Master Kuai is right. You cannot make a misjudgment from Gongsun Zan. Otherwise, it will be difficult for us to force Gongsun Zan to move the center of gravity westward. However, it may be difficult to produce the expected results by using only Yi Ren and small-scale thieves. After all, Taiyuan and the eastern part of Shangdang were originally militarized areas."

Kuai Liang thought for a while and nodded, "Indeed, it is not feasible to use the army. Wuming is the division!"

Li Ru smiled and said, "It may not be that Wuming will come to the meeting. Cao cāo, a guy who is afraid of the world will definitely give us the name of his troops. However, the lord will not agree to send troops, which violates our consistent code of conduct for the General's Mansion in the North."

Everyone was on the side, and it was indeed a bit too late to use the army, but it was not easy to give Gongsun Zan an appropriate explanation.

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Fang Zhiwen handed the wooden knife in his hand to Taishi Zhaorong on the side, and asked her to continue practicing with Fang Yi. She took the towel handed over by Xiao Ning and wiped the sweat from her face casually, and walked towards Tian Feng.

"Is there a summary of the information today? Why did it come in person?"

"Because there is something we can't make up for, I want to hear my lord's opinion."

"Oh? This is rare, what is it?"

Tian Feng pointed to the scroll in Fang Zhiwen's hand and signaled Fang Zhiwen to see it himself. Fang Zhiwen took Tian Feng to the pavilion on the side, and Xiao Ning poured hot tea for the two of them. Tian Feng held it in both hands, smelling the fragrance of tea while keeping warm.

Fang Zhiwenzhan looked at the scroll, and he read it very carefully.

"Gongsun Zan must have thought he was very smart and completed the military alliance without making any comments. If our army wants to move, he will face the pressure of a military alliance!"

"Well, it's really smart, haha, at least our General Staff can't think of an effective way to teach him an appropriate lesson."

"The military is not good, can't we use other methods?"

"This is unlikely that we will be blocking the three companies at the same time. On the contrary, this approach may accelerate the escalation of their economic and trade relations. Moreover, these three companies have a vast territory and a large population, so it is difficult to have anything to hold their necks, so I think it is not worth the loss to use a trade war."

"Trade war? No, no, that's a thing that both sides suffer. Now the economic form is heavily dependent on land. In fact, if you have land, you can do whatever it takes. Trade war is just a talk, don't take it seriously."

"The other way the lord said is..."

"So... don't worry, wait until I'll make sure."

Fang Zhiwen smiled strangely, Tian Feng looked at Fang Zhiwen in surprise, and couldn't help but feel curious.rs!.
Chapter completed!