Chapter 1573

With the joint efforts of Gu Yi and Cao Cao, they successfully exposed the true face of that unknown force and successfully thwarted their conspiracy. However, this war also brought huge trauma to the Central Plains, and countless lives were lost in the flames of war.

After the war ended, Gu Yi and Cao Cao sat together, looking at the devastated battlefield, their hearts filled with emotion. They knew that although this war had ended, the peace of the Central Plains still required their joint efforts to maintain.

"Perhaps, we should never have launched this war for our own selfish interests," Gu Yi sighed.

Cao Cao nodded; he looked deeply at Gu Yi: "Indeed, war only brings pain and destruction. Hopefully, in the future, we can all prioritize the common people of the world and jointly guard this land."

The two smiled at each other, both understanding in their hearts that the end of this war did not mean the resolution of all contradictions, but rather the opening of a new chapter. They needed to find a way that could both maintain their respective interests and ensure the peace and stability of the Central Plains.

"Brother Gu," Cao Cao began, his tone revealing a trace of sincerity, "I know you have great ambitions and are unwilling to be subordinate to others. But in chaotic times, fighting alone is difficult to achieve great things. Why don't we join hands and plan for the world together?"

Hearing this, Gu Yi's gaze flickered, and his heart was filled with mixed feelings. He knew Cao Cao's ambition well and also understood that cooperating with Cao Cao meant giving up a portion of his own sovereignty. However, he also knew clearly that if he continued to be an enemy of Cao Cao, it would only plunge the Central Plains into endless warfare.

"Brother Cao, your words are incorrect," Gu Yi said slowly. "It is not that I am unwilling to cooperate with you, but this cooperation needs to be built on the foundation of fairness and trust. If it is just a simple alliance, I fear it will be difficult to last long."

Hearing this, Cao Cao smiled slightly; he understood Gu Yi's concerns. Thus, he proposed a compromise plan: they could jointly govern the Central Plains, but each would retain a certain degree of autonomy. At the same time, they could also establish a joint council, where warlords from all routes would jointly discuss major affairs to ensure the fairness and rationality of decision-making.

Gu Yi listened to Cao Cao's plan and pondered in his heart. He knew that although this plan was not perfect, it was already the best choice at present. Thus, he nodded, indicating his agreement.