Chapter 1664: This Strategy is Excellent

On the other side, Gu Yi left the Li residence, his heart also filled with emotion. He did not expect that his words could touch Li Ru, this wise man in the Xiliang army, so deeply. Gu Yi knew deeply that in this chaotic world, every decision might affect the destiny of countless people; although he had no intention of getting involved in the vortex of power, since he was already in it, he could not stay out of it completely.

Walking on the streets of Luoyang, Gu Yi felt the heaviness and vicissitudes of this ancient city. Luoyang, this city that had witnessed the rise and fall of countless dynasties, would now become a new historical turning point. Moving the capital to Chang'an was both a challenge and an opportunity for Dong Zhuo's power. Gu Yi understood in his heart that behind this decision was the deep insight into the situation and the far-reaching planning for the future by wise men like Li Ru.

Just as Gu Yi was lost in thought, a sound of crisp hawking interrupted his thoughts. "Fresh pears, big and sweet!" Gu Yi looked in the direction of the sound, only to see an old man carrying a load, walking hard in the crowd. Gu Yi's heart stirred; he walked up and bought a few pears, and took the opportunity to chat with the old man.

"Old man, is there any fresh news in Luoyang city recently?" Gu Yi asked while gnawing on a pear.

The old man looked up at Gu Yi, and seeing that he was kind, he opened the chatterbox. "Young man, you don't know, Luoyang city has been very lively recently. Dong Zhuo wants to move the capital to Chang'an; you say, is this good? My old bones don't want to toss around."

Hearing this, Gu Yi smiled slightly, did not directly express his opinion, but continued to listen to the old man's narration. From the old man's mouth, he learned more about the people's views on moving the capital. Some were worried about the turmoil brought by migration, and some were looking forward to a new beginning. These voices, although small, were also the most real portrayal of this era.

Bidding farewell to the old man, Gu Yi continued to stroll on the street. He understood in his heart that regardless of whether the capital was moved or not, for ordinary people, the most important thing was to be able to live a stable life. And he, although only a commoner, also hoped to contribute his own strength to this chaotic world, even if it was only insignificant.

Returning to his residence, Gu Yi began to organize his thoughts. He realized that although he had no intention of an official career, since he already had interactions with Dong Zhuo and others, he could not stand idly by. Gu Yi decided to use his wisdom to plan for the future of the Xiliang army, and at the same time seek peace for the people in this chaotic world.

The next day, Gu Yi took the initiative to find Dong Zhuo and put forward a series of suggestions for moving the capital to Chang'an. He suggested that Dong Zhuo should properly settle the people during the process of moving the capital to reduce unnecessary turmoil; at the same time, strengthen contact with powerful families in the Guanzhong region to consolidate the foundation of the new capital; in addition, he should also attach importance to agricultural development to ensure that military grain supply was worry-free.

After listening, Dong Zhuo was greatly appreciative, thinking that Gu Yi was not only talented but also had the world in his heart. He immediately decided to appoint Gu Yi as an advisor for the capital moving affairs, responsible for coordinating affairs from all sides.

Gu Yi accepted this appointment; he knew deeply that this was a heavy responsibility. In the following days, he devoted himself to the preparation work for moving the capital, worked closely with Li Ru and others, and jointly worked hard for the future of the Xiliang army.

Time passed like a white horse passing a crevice; in the blink of an eye, the day of moving the capital arrived. Under the careful planning of Gu Yi and others, although the process of moving the capital was arduous, it was generally smooth. The people gradually settled down in the new capital, Chang'an, and the power of the Xiliang army was further consolidated in the Guanzhong region.

And Gu Yi also gradually grew into a wise man who could stand on his own in this process. He not only won Dong Zhuo's trust and reuse but also won a high reputation among the people. People all said that Gu Yi was a bright spot in that chaotic world, using his wisdom and kindness to bring a ray of warmth and hope to this world.

Of course, Gu Yi did not forget his original intention. In his spare time, he would always take time to care about the lives of ordinary people. He knew deeply that true heroes were not those high-ranking rulers, but those who silently paid for this world.

As the foundation of the Xiliang army in the Guanzhong region became increasingly consolidated, Gu Yi also began to think about more long-term things. He realized that to truly end this chaotic world, relying on force alone was not enough. He must find a more reasonable and fairer system to govern this country. Thus, Gu Yi began to study the ways of governing the country in ancient and modern times, hoping to find a way out for this chaotic world.

And in this process, the relationship between Gu Yi and Dong Bai gradually warmed up. The two experienced the hardships and challenges of moving the capital together and cherished the friendship between each other even more. Dong Bai used her delicate embroidery to make one exquisite sachet after another for Gu Yi, each containing her deep love for Gu Yi. And Gu Yi also used his wisdom and courage to guard this precious love.

In this chaotic world, the love between Gu Yi and Dong Bai was like a beam of light, illuminating each other's world and warming the people around them. They believed that as long as there was love and belief in their hearts, they would definitely be able to overcome all difficulties and welcome their own beautiful future.

Just as the relationship between Gu Yi and Dong Bai gradually warmed up and the Xiliang army stood firm in the Guanzhong region, external threats also arrived quietly. Yuan Shao, Cao Cao, and other warlords in the east, dissatisfied with Dong Zhuo's monopoly of power, joined forces to raise troops, swearing to crusade against Dong Zhuo and restore the order of the Han house. A great war concerning the pattern of the world was about to unfold.

The Guanzhong land, the autumn wind was bleak, and the war drums thundered. The Xiliang army and the coalition of warlords in the east confronted each other at Tongguan; both sides were on the verge of breaking out, and the atmosphere was tense to the extreme. Gu Yi, as the strategist of the Xiliang army, was entrusted with an important task by Dong Zhuo, responsible for planning the defense strategy.

Above Tongguan, Gu Yi and Li Ru stood side by side, looking at the camp of the coalition of warlords in the east in the distance. "This time the enemy is coming fiercely; we must not lower our guard." Gu Yi said with a solemn expression.

Li Ru nodded, a trace of worry flashing in his eyes. "Yuan Shao, Cao Cao, and others are all heroes of the world; the strength of their coalition cannot be underestimated. But we have the advantage of terrain, and the army's heart is united; we may not have no power to fight."

Gu Yi pondered for a moment and proposed a bold plan. "We can use the terrain advantage of Tongguan to set up heavy traps and lure the enemy deep. At the same time, send a surprise force to bypass the rear of the enemy army, cut off their grain and fodder, and make them fall into a desperate situation."

Hearing this, Li Ru's eyes lit up, and he slapped the table in admiration. "This strategy is excellent! Little friend Gu is truly resourceful; with you, the Xiliang army, why worry about not winning?"

The plan was decided, and the Xiliang army acted quickly. Gu Yi personally led an elite force to quietly bypass Tongguan and lurked in the rear of the coalition of warlords in the east. And Li Ru was responsible for setting up a net of heaven and earth in front of Tongguan, waiting for the arrival of the enemy army.