Chapter 58: The Overall Situation

  Xunzi's recovery from laziness is a good thing, but it's not as good as the quality of the goods. The temple's boat is very precise and has a good reputation.

  Although it was a critical moment, Luoyang City had been placed under martial law, but he had long been prepared and leaving the city was easy for him.

  Standing by the Luo River, I look back at Luoyang City, gazing at the dilapidated Zhuque Platform. The name on the city gate comes to mind - Xun Zhi's "The Preface to Orchid Pavilion". It was said that when Emperor Taizong of Tang heard about this preface, he immediately ordered his attendants to fetch it for him. When they arrived at the pavilion, they found that the preface had already been destroyed by the wind and rain. The emperor sighed and said, "The world is full of people who destroy good things."

  Luoyang City, you are a big scene now. Finally, the time has come to lift the veil. But who can guarantee that after lifting the veil, what kind of scenery will be seen?

  Yuan's family, is it really our hope?

  In the distance, a sudden horseshoe sound came, and a group of horses galloped towards the village. The villagers were frightened by the loud noise and hid in their homes. A young man named Wei rushed out to see what was happening. He saw a group of horsemen riding towards him, their faces covered with dust. They were dressed in worn-out clothes and looked like they had been traveling for a long time. One of them shouted at Wei, "Is this the village where the famous herdsman, Old Man Wang, lives?" Wei nodded, and the horseman said, "We are here to ask for his help."

  " Gongda..."

  "Whoa——" The coachman responded by pulling on the reins, and the carriage slowly came to a stop. Xun Yu's eyes widened as he stared at the figure standing in front of him, his face deathly pale. Zheng Feng's eyes were fixed intently on the person, his pupils constricted.

  "Uncle, why are you suddenly leaving Luoyang?" Xun Yu asked in puzzlement.

  "I don't know, it's just a feeling." Xun Yu said with a bitter smile.

  Xun Yu was startled: "Was it discovered by the Emperor?"

  "No." Xun Yu's eyes widened in surprise. "How did you know?" he asked, his voice trembling slightly.

  "Take a look at Yuan Shao?"

  "Hmm. The army has been gathering for so many days, why haven't they made a move yet?" Xun Yu said with a frown, "The enemy is numerous and powerful, we can't let our guard down! We must be prepared to strike at any moment!"

  Xun Yu did not answer. He was also puzzled by this matter. Yuan Shao had many strategists around him, including some who were exceptionally wise. It is said that not only Guo Tu and Xin Ping from Ru Jun rushed to Yuan Shao's army, but also famous scholars from Hebei such as Tian Feng and Ju Shou were recruited under his command. Such a simple truth should be understood by these people, so why has Yuan Shao still not launched an attack until now?

  It's not that these people are stupid, but they have other thoughts on their mind. No matter what kind of thoughts they have, making such mistakes at this time is unforgivable.

  "Huangfu Song gave up his military power and handed the army over to the imperial court." Xun You changed the subject, "Ah Shu, what do you think about this matter?"

  "The people of Shanxi have great ambitions and are decisive in their actions, unlike those who boast and talk big but do nothing." Xunzi said, "The ancients were not like that. They were diligent in their work and careful in their words. They did not speak carelessly or act recklessly."

  Xun Yu heard this and let out a long sigh of sympathy. After a moment, he asked again: "Then... what shall we do?"

  "Let's go and see what happened first, then we can talk about it later." Xun Yu said, "Brother Kong, you are too anxious. The enemy is strong and has many soldiers. We should not rush into battle. Let's wait for the right moment to attack. If we lose this battle, our army will be defeated and our country will be in danger. We must be careful and think of a good plan before we act."

  Some things, Xun Yu's humble abode is located in a remote and desolate place.

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