Chapter 72: Reorganizing the army in Henei! Guo Jia: It

Henei Commandery, outside Huaixian City,

Liu Bei held a military reorganization meeting,

"Everyone, the latest intelligence: the Baibo Army has gathered more than 100,000 people. Under the leadership of Guo Tai, Yang Feng, and others, they defeated Dong Zhuo's general Niu Fu in Taiyuan."

"They have also united with the Southern Xiongnu Yufuluo, who moved to the Fen River, and have broken through Taiyuan, Shangdang, and other places."

"Now, they have raised an army and moved south, intending to attack Anyi, the seat of Hedong Commandery."

Liu Bei looked around and found that everyone seemed to have no feeling when they heard this,

"Everyone, tell me what we should do?"

Zhang Fei spoke first,

"Big Brother, what's there to discuss? With one thrust of my spear, those Guo Tai and Yang Feng will be wiped out!"

Liu Bei waved his hand,

"Yunchang, you speak first."

Zhang Fei's face was full of grievance; was what he suggested not a suggestion?

Guan Yu still kept his eyes half-closed,

"Big Brother, Yufuluo of the Xiongnu has tens of thousands of Xiongnu cavalry. Although they aren't elite, their mobility is very strong, so we must be on guard."

"Their route of advance should be south along the Fen River. We can find favorable terrain to ambush them and defeat them in one fell swoop."

Guan Yu continued,

"Big Brother, rest assured. I only need two strikes—one for Yufuluo and one for Guo Tai!"

Bai Yuekui and Hua Mulan looked at each other; Liu Bei's two brothers were definitely the best in the world at bragging!

Liu Bei nodded,

"What Yunchang said is exactly what I think. Zilong, you speak."

Zhao Yun paused,

"Lord, Guo Tai has broken through several cities and defeated the Xiliang Iron Cavalry led by Niu Fu. He must be arrogant and won't take our army seriously. We can use the strategy of the 'arrogant army,' pretending to be defeated to lure them into an ambush circle."

Everyone's eyes lit up,

Liu Bei gave a thumbs up,

"Good, Zilong, what a good strategy!"

Liu Bei praised him sincerely; Zhao Yun was gradually developing into someone who was both civil and martial, which was something he was happy to see.

Zhao Yun was excited in his heart; he didn't want to be a personal guard captain forever, far from the battlefield—he also wanted to lead an army independently.

The lord sincerely wanted to cultivate him, unlike Gongsun Zan, who treated him as a bodyguard with good martial arts.

Bai Yuekui and Hua Mulan also expressed their views, which were much the same: use the strategy of the 'arrogant army' to defeat them!

Liu Bei looked at Gao Shun,

"Gao Shun, you also share your thoughts."

Gao Shun said slowly,

"Captain, what everyone said just now is good. It mainly depends on how to implement it. We must find a suitable ambush location based on the location of the Baibo Army, set up a strong army to block the front, and have surprise troops rush out from both sides. The enemy will inevitably be in chaos."

Liu Bei nodded,

"Good, Gao Shun, the task of that strong army is handed to you."

Gao Shun was grateful for Liu Bei's trust and cupped his hands,

"Subordinate will definitely complete the task."

Not shirking, working earnestly, not afraid of hardship, and being loyal and obedient—Gao Shun could be said to be the model of a true soldier.

Liu Bei didn't ask Guo Jia, knowing that he hadn't decided to follow him yet and was temporarily helping him handle paperwork.

Afterward, Liu Bei announced the reorganization of the entire army,

Guan Yu led two thousand infantry and cavalry to form the 'Yu' Battalion!

Zhang Fei led two thousand infantry and cavalry to form the 'De' Battalion!

Zhao Yun led fifteen hundred guard cavalry!

Hua Mulan's 'Hua' Battalion was mainly composed of archers and crossbowmen,

Bai Yuekui was mainly responsible for the supply battalion, responsible for various fortifications, siege equipment, etc.

Gao Shun led one thousand men, and Liu Bei assigned him many strong men to form the 'Trapping' Battalion.

"Gao Shun, you just focus on training. Hedong and Taiyuan have the benefits of salt and iron. I will find a way to get you one thousand sets of heavy infantry equipment."

Gao Shun was moved in his heart. He had always had an idea: to train a heavy infantry team that was invincible and could conquer anything. He didn't expect Liu Bei to help him realize it so soon.

After everyone had left,

Liu Bei asked Guo Jia with a smile, ===== CHAPTER 73 =====