Battle of Red Cliffs's Original Text and Translation

The original text of "Battle of Red Cliffs" is as follows:

At the beginning, Lu Su heard of Liu Biao's pawn and said to Sun Quan, "Jingzhou is adjacent to the country, and the mountains and rivers are dangerous and solid, and Wan Li is fertile, and the scholars are rich. If there is evidence, this emperor's capital is also available. Today, Liu Biao is dead, and the two sons are not in harmony. The generals in the army have their own differences. Liu Bei is fierce in the world, and there is a gap with Cao Cao.

if you are prepared to be in harmony with him, you should be calm and ally well; If there is any deviation, it is advisable not to draw it to help the great things. Su please was ordered to hang the second son of the watch, and to comfort those who used it in the army, and said that he would be prepared to care for all the people, with one heart and one mind, * * * to rule Cao Cao, and he would be happy and do as he was told. If it is harmonious, the world can be determined. If you don't go quickly today, you may be the first to do it. " The right is to send the line. When I arrived at Xiakou, I heard that Cao Cao had gone to Jingzhou, and he was on the road both in the morning and at night, compared with Nanjun, but Cong had already descended, prepared to go south, and greeted him with a peaceful path, and prepared to meet in Dangyang Changban.

Su Xuan's edict on the world's affairs was a gesture of courtesy, and he asked Bei, "What does Yuzhou want now?" Bei said, "I have an old relationship with Wu Ju, the satrap of Cangwu, and I want to vote for it." Su Su said, "Sun has courted cleverness, benevolence and kindness, and respected virtuous and courteous people. He has been attached to six counties, and his soldiers have plenty of refined food, which is enough to make a difference. Today is your plan, so I will send my heart to the east to help the world. And if you want to vote for Wu Ju, the giant is a mortal, and he is in a distant county, and he will be merged by others. Is it enough? " I am very happy.

Su also called Zhuge Liang, saying, "I am a friend of my son Yu." That is, * * * fixed. Son Yu, bright brother Jin also, avoid chaos in Jiangdong, for Sun Quan's long history. Spare the plan and live in the fence of Hubei County. ? Cao Cao went down the river from Jiangling, and Zhuge Liang said to Liu Bei, "It's urgent. Please be ordered to ask for help from General Sun." Therefore, both Lu Su and Sun Quan are interested in Sun Quan.

Seeing that Chai Sang was in power, Liang said, "There was chaos in the sea. The general set out for Jiangdong, and Liu Yuzhou took over all the Hannan, competing with Cao Cao for the world. Today, it's a great disaster to defeat the barbarians, and it's a little flat, so it breaks Jingzhou and is awesome all over the world. Heroes are useless, so Yuzhou fled here. May the general do what he can! If you can compete with China with the people of Wu and Yue, it is better to give it up as early as possible; If you can't, why don't you put your armor on the soldiers and do it in the north! Today, the general is hesitant in the name of obedience, and things are urgent and constant, and the disaster will last forever! "

Quan said, "If that's what you said, why doesn't Liu Yuzhou just do it?" Liang said, "Tian Heng, a strong man of Qi, still keeps his righteousness and does not disgrace him; In addition, Liu Yuzhou's royal family, with outstanding talents, is admired by all the people, and if the water returns to the sea. If things are not good, this is heaven, and security can be restored! " Quan flew into a rage and said, "I can't raise the whole land of Wu, and hundreds of thousands of people are subject to people. I will decide!" You can't be a Cao Cao unless you are Liu Yuzhou. However, after Yuzhou's new defeat, is it difficult for An to resist this? "

Liang said, "Although the Yuzhou army was defeated by Nagano, there are still 1, soldiers in Guan Yu's water army and no fewer than 1, soldiers in Hejiangxia, Liu Qi. Cao Cao's people came from far away and were exhausted. When they heard that they were chasing Yuzhou, they rode lightly for more than 3 miles in one hundred and one night. This so-called "a spent force can't wear a Lu" is also true, so the art of war is taboo, saying that "you must be a general." And people in the north don't learn to fight in water; Moreover, the people of Jingzhou are attached to the operators, and they are not convinced because they are forced to take advantage of the situation. Today, the general can command tens of thousands of soldiers in a valiant army, and work with the Yuzhou Association Rules to defeat the Cao Cao army. If Cao Cao breaks the army, he will return to the north; In this way, the potential of Jing and Wu is strong, and the formation of tripod feet is carried out. The chance of success or failure lies in today! " Quan Dayue, and its group under the plot.

At that time, Cao Cao's legacy said, "It's close to the crime of resigning, and Liu Cong gave up. Today, there are 8 people in the water conservancy army, and Fang and the generals will hunt in Wu. " Under the power to show the group, it will be shocked and eclipsed. Zhang Zhao, a long history, and others said, "Cao Gong, Gou Hu also, relied on the emperor to conquer the four sides and used the imperial court as an excuse. Today, he refused, and things were even worse. And the general trend can refuse to operate, the Yangtze River also; Today, there are other candidates in Jingzhou, Liu Biao is in charge of water conservancy, and Meng Chong is fighting ships by thousands. Cao Cao knows that they are floating along the river, with both infantry and land. This is the risk of the Yangtze River that has been with me. And the power is numerous. It's better to meet a foolish plan than to meet it. " Lu Su said nothing alone.

I have the right to change clothes, and I am chasing after Yu Xia. Knowing his intention, Quan Su shook his hand and said, "What do you want to say?" Su Su said, "I only want to make mistakes in the general, but I don't want to do anything important. Today, you can meet Cao's ears, like a general. Why do you say there's such a long way to go? Today, Su Ying Cao, Cao Cao should pay back the township party with Su, and enjoy its fame. He still does not lose his job in Cao Cao, riding a calf, being a servant, making friends with scholars, and being tired of officials, so he does not lose his state and county. General welcomes Cao Cao. Do you want to go home safely? I hope to make a big plan early, and don't use everyone's help! " Quan sighed, saying, "All the people are holding on to the proposal, and they are very disappointed. Today, you have a big plan, and you are with me. "

at that time, Zhou Yu was sent to Fanyang, and he urged her to return. When Zhou Yu arrived, he said to Quan, "Although Cao Cao is a famous Han Xiang, he is actually a Han thief. The general, with SHEN WOO's outstanding talent and the strength of his father and brother, divided himself into Jiangdong, where thousands of miles were spent, and the soldiers were well used, and the heroes were happy to work, and when they ran across the world, they eliminated the residue and filth for the Han family; What's the evil that Cao Cao can meet when he dies? Please raise it for the general. Today, the northern land is not flat, and Ma Chao and Han Sui are still in Kansai, which is a future trouble for Cao Cao; And fuck the pommel horse, fight the boat, and compete with Wu and Yue. It's cold now, and the horse has no draft grass. Drive China scholars to travel far between rivers and lakes. If you are not used to water and soil, you will get sick. This number is also suffering from the use of soldiers, and Cao Cao is taking risks. General, fuck birds, it should be today. Yu invited tens of thousands of elite soldiers to live in Xiakou, and he was guaranteed to be broken by the general! "

Quan said, "The old thief wants to abolish Han and stand on his own feet for a long time, but he is afraid of Yuan, Lu Bu, Liu Biao and Gu Er; Today, the number of males has been destroyed, but the loneliness still exists. Loneliness and old thieves are at odds, and your words should be attacked, even with loneliness. This day, you will grant loneliness. " Because he drew his sword against the case of the former Qin Dynasty, he said, "The generals and officials dare to speak again and be the ones who welcome Cao Cao, just like this case!" It's a strike. That night, when Yu saw Quan again, he said, "It's pointless for all of you to hold this discussion when you see that the book says that there are 8, steps in water, but you are afraid of it, and you don't know what it is. Today, with the real school, there will be only 15, people in China, and they have been exhausted for a long time; The income is also extremely 7, to 8, ears, which is still suspicious. The husband guards the suspicious crowd with a tired and sick pawn. Although there are many crowds, they are not afraid. Zhou Yu has got 5, chosen men, and he is self-sufficient. May the general not worry! "

Quan touched his back and said, "Gong Jin, it's very lonely of you to say so. Zi Bu and Yuan Biao all care about their wives, holding private concerns and deeply disappointed; Du Qing and Zi Jing share the same ear with loneliness. On this day, both Qing and Zi Jing praise loneliness! Fifty thousand soldiers can't be combined, and thirty thousand people have been selected, and ships, food and war gear are all available. Qing Zi Jing and Cheng Gong were in the first place, and they were left alone to continue to send many people, bearing more resources and providing support for Qing. Those who can do it sincerely decide, and if they are unhappy, they will be lonely, and they will be alone with Meng De. " Therefore, Zhou Yu and Cheng Pu were taken as the left and right governors, and the soldiers and the equipment were combined with each other. Take Lu Su as a captain to praise the army and help with painting.

Jin meets Cao Cao in Chibi. At that time, Cao Cao's troops had already suffered from diseases and epidemics. On the first day of the war, Cao Cao's army was unfavorable and he was led to Jiangbei. When Yu and others were on the south bank, the Ministry of Yu said to Huang Gai, "It is difficult and lasting to be outnumbered today. Fuck the military and connect the ships, end to end, and you can burn away. " We took ten Meng Chong combat ships, loaded with dry and withered firewood, filled them with oil, wrapped them in curtains, built flags on them, and prepared to go and tie them to their tails. First, leave the book to exercise, and cheat the clouds to fall. When the southeast wind was in a hurry, ten ships were the most advanced, and the Zhongjiang raised its sails, and the rest of the ships advanced in the second place. All the officials and officials who run the army are out of the camp and stand up, pointing to the words and covering up. I went to the northern army for more than two miles, and I got angry at the same time. The fire was fierce, and the ship went like an arrow, burning up the northern ship and extending to the shore.

in a moment, the smoke is burning for a long time, and many people burn and drown. Yu's rate was light and sharp, followed by thunder and drums, and the northern army was badly damaged. Cao Cao led the army to walk through Huarong Road. When it was muddy, the road was impassable, and it was windy, it was learned that the soldiers were forced to fill it with grass, but it was too much to ride. The soldiers were beaten by men and got stuck in the mud, and many people died. Liu Bei and Zhou Yu went hand in hand and chased Cao Cao to Nanjun. When I was fighting the army and starving, the dead were too half. Cao Cao kept Cao Ren, a general from the south, and Xu Huang, a general from Yokono, guarding Jiangling, while General Chong was happy to enter Xiangyang and lead the army back to the north.

The translation of Battle of Red Cliffs is as follows:

At first, Lu Su heard that Liu Biao had died, and said to Sun Quan, "Jingzhou is adjacent to us, with dangerous and solid mountains and rivers, vast and fertile land, and rich people. If we can possess it, this is the foundation for creating the great cause of emperors. Now that Liu Biao has just died, his two sons are at odds. Some generals in the army support this and some support that.

Liu Bei is an outstanding figure in the world. He has a grudge against Cao Cao and lives in Liu Biao's place. Liu Biao is jealous of his talent and fails to make good use of him. If Liu Bei and Liu Biao's men are United as one, then we should appease them and make an alliance with them. If they don't work together, they should make other plans to achieve the great cause of the emperor.

I hope I can be ordered to express my condolences to Liu Biao's two sons, to comfort those in power in the army, and to persuade Liu Bei to appease Liu Biao's subordinates and work with one heart and one mind to deal with Cao Cao. Liu Bei will be happy to accept our opinions. If this matter can be a complete success, the general trend of the world can be settled. If you don't hurry now, I'm afraid Cao Cao will get ahead of you. "

Sun Quan immediately sent Lu Su. When Lu Su arrived in Xiakou, he heard that Cao Cao had marched into Jingzhou, and he worked hard day and night. When he arrived in Nanjun, Liu Cong had surrendered to Cao Cao, and Liu Bei fled to the south. Lu Su went directly to find Liu Bei and met Liu Bei in Dangyang Changbanpo.

Lu Su conveyed Sun Quan's intention, talked about the situation in the world, expressed his sincere intention, and asked Liu Bei, "Where are you going to Yuzhou?" Liu Bei said, "I have a friendship with Wu Ju, the satrap of Cangwu, and I intend to go to him."

Lu Su said, "General Sun Qiulu is clever and benevolent, respects the sages and treats the scholars. Heroes and heroes in the south of the Yangtze River have all joined him. He has occupied six counties, and his soldiers have plenty of refined food, which is enough to make great things happen. Now, for your sake, it is best to send people close to you to take the initiative to make friends with Dongwu, so as to establish achievements that will be passed down to future generations. You are ready to go to Wu Ju. Wu Ju is an ordinary person, remote in a distant county, and will soon be annexed. Where can you rely on it? " Liu Bei is very happy.

Lu Su said to Zhuge Liang, "I am a friend of Zi Yu." The two immediately forged a friendship. Zi Yu, Zhuge Jin, Zhuge Liang's brother, came to Jiangdong to escape the war, and now he is a long history of Sun Quan. Liu Bei adopted Lu Su's plan and stationed his troops in Fankou, Hubei County.

Cao Cao was going down the river from Jiangling. Zhuge Liang said to Liu Bei, "It's urgent. Please let me be ordered to ask General Sun for help." Go with Lu Su to Sun Quan. Zhuge Liang met with Sun Quan in Chaisang and advised Sun Quan to say, "Now the world is in chaos. General, you are fighting in Jiangdong, and Liu Yuzhou is recruiting troops in Hannan to compete with Cao Cao for the world. Now Cao Cao has eliminated several major disasters, and the situation has been basically settled, so he has greatly broken Jingzhou and shaken the whole country with great power.

Heroes are useless, so Liu Yuzhou fled here. I hope the general can estimate his own strength to deal with this situation. If wuyue's men can really fight against Cao Cao's strength, it is better to break off relations with him as soon as possible; If not, why not stop military action, tie up your armor and face the north to serve him! Now, in the name of obedience on the surface, the general is holding the idea of indecision in his heart. The matter is urgent and can't be decided. There are only a few days before the catastrophe! "

Sun Quan said, "If that's what you said, why didn't Liu Yuzhou serve Cao Cao?" Zhuge Liang said, "Tian Heng is just a strong man in the State of Qi. He can still stick to his integrity and refuse to yield and be humiliated." What's more, Liu Yuzhou is a descendant of the royal family of the Han Dynasty, and his wisdom exceeds that of all contemporary people. Many people love and support him, as if the water belongs to the sea. If the cause can't be successful, it's just an act of god. How can I be a subordinate of Cao Cao again? "

Sun Quan said angrily, "I can't use the whole land of Wu, with 1, troops under the control of others. My mind is set! Except Liu Yuzhou, no one can resist Cao Cao with me. However, Liu Yuzhou has just lost the battle. How can he withstand this disaster? "

Zhuge Liang said: "Although Liu Yuzhou's army lost the battle in Changbanpo, there are still 1, soldiers returning to the army and the elite soldiers of the water army led by Guan Yu, and there are no less than 1, soldiers in Liu Qi who collected Jiangxia. Cao Cao's army has been exhausted from a long distance. It is said that when chasing Liu Yuzhou, light cavalry have to walk more than 3 miles a day and night. This is what is often said:' The arrow fired by a strong bow can't penetrate even the thin silk of Lu'.

Therefore, this kind of situation is taboo in the art of war, saying that' it will definitely frustrate the commander in chief'. Besides, the soldiers from the north are not used to fighting on water, and the people in Jingzhou joined Cao Cao, only because they were coerced by force, and they did not really surrender. Now the general can really send brave generals to command tens of thousands of troops, plan with Liu Yuzhou and work together to defeat Cao Cao's army.

Cao Cao's army was defeated and must be returned to the north; In this way, the power of Jingzhou and Wu will be strengthened, and the situation of three-thirds of the world will be formed. The key to success and failure is today! " Sun Quan was very happy and discussed the matter with his courtiers.

At this moment, Cao Cao sent a letter to Sun Quan, saying, "Recently, I was ordered by the emperor to crusade against guilty people and marched south, and Liu Cong surrendered. Now I have trained 8, marines, and I am going to hunt with the generals in Soochow. " Sun Quan showed Cao Cao's letter to his courtiers, and there was no one who didn't like to be shocked by the loud noise and changed his face.

Zhang Zhao, a long history, and others said, "Cao Cao is a wolf, a tiger and a leopard. He held the emperor hostage and attacked everywhere. He always used the name of the imperial court as an excuse. It is unreasonable to resist him today. Besides, the advantage that the general can resist Cao Cao is the Yangtze River; Now that Cao Cao has captured Jingzhou, he has completely occupied this place. Liu Biao has trained thousands of warships, large and small. Cao Cao has spread all these warships along the river, as well as infantry, which is the natural barrier of the Yangtze River.

And the military strength can't be compared with him. We think it's better to welcome him as a surefire solution. " Only Lu Su did not speak. Sun Quan got up and went to the toilet, and Lu Su chased him under the porch. Knowing his intention, Sun Quan took his hand and said, "What do you want to say?" Lu Su said: "I have just carefully analyzed everyone's comments. Their opinions will only delay you and it is not worth planning state affairs with them.

Now I, Lu Su, can surrender to Cao Cao, but like a general, you can't. What makes you say that? If I, Lu Su, surrendered to Cao Cao, Cao Cao would send me back to my hometown to evaluate my fame and status, and I would not lose my position as a county magistrate, sitting in an ox cart, taking officials and soldiers, interacting with the literati and officialdom, and getting promoted step by step.

General, what do you want when you surrender to Cao Cao? I hope you make a big plan early and don't adopt the opinions of those people! " Sun Quan sighed and said, "I am very disappointed by the opinions held by those people. Now the correct policy you have expounded is exactly the same as my idea. "

at that time, Zhou Yu accepted the mission and went to Fanyang. Lu Su advised Sun Quan to call Zhou Yu back. Zhou Yu came back and said to Sun Quan, "Cao Cao is a traitor in the Han Dynasty under the guise of being the prime minister of the Han Dynasty. General, with superhuman military skills and outstanding talents, and relying on the achievements of your fathers and brothers, you have occupied Jiangdong area, with thousands of miles of land, elite troops, sufficient materials and heroes willing to work. You should gallop around the world and eliminate cruelty and filth for the Han Dynasty. Besides, Cao Cao came to die himself. How can he surrender to him?

please let me analyze this matter for the general. Now the north has not been pacified, and Ma Chao and Han Sui are still west of Hanguguan, which is the future trouble of Cao Cao. Cao Cao gave up cavalry and relied on the water army to compete with Dongwu. Now it's cold weather, and the horses have no draft grass feed. Driving soldiers from the Central Plains to the rivers and lakes, unaccustomed to the water and soil, is bound to get sick. These things are the most taboo when fighting, but Cao Cao did so rashly. The general should arrest Cao Cao today. I