Chapter 1701

Upon hearing this, Gu Yi's gaze was profound as he nodded gently: "Brother Gongsun's words are very true. We must strengthen the defensive fortifications here while increasing troop numbers. I suggest selecting elite soldiers from the various tribes and strengthening their training to prepare for any unforeseen needs."

Gongsun Zan nodded in agreement: "Good idea. At the same time, we also need to strengthen intelligence gathering to ensure we have a clear grasp of Cao Cao's movements."

The two continued to discuss in depth, not letting a single detail slip. At this moment, Chen Lin walked into the camp holding a secret letter.

"My lord, General Gongsun, there is important intelligence," Chen Lin's voice was low and serious.

Gu Yi took the secret letter, opened it, and his expression changed slightly: "Cao Cao is actually secretly contacting certain tribes in the North, attempting to unite them to resist us."

Upon hearing this, Gongsun Zan angrily slapped the table: "Cao Cao, that thief, is truly cunning to the extreme! We must take action immediately; we cannot let them succeed."

Gu Yi analyzed calmly: "First, we need to confirm which tribes Cao Cao has contacted. Then, we must send envoys to them—first, to warn them not to trust Cao Cao lightly, and second, to demonstrate our strength and sincerity to win their support."

Gongsun Zan nodded in agreement: "At the same time, we must also make military preparations just in case. Brother Gu Yi, who do you think is suitable to go?"

Gu Yi pondered for a moment and said slowly: "This matter is of great importance and requires a general who is both wise and brave, and eloquent. I think General Zhang Liao is the most suitable."