"I've made up my mind. I'll send troops in a few days. During this period, please let Xun Lingjun take charge of Xuchang City. Xu Zhen doesn't need to go to the battlefield, but you need to send a troop from your Snow Dragon Cavalry camp.”
"Let, let Zilong follow me."
Cao Cao called out Zhao Yun's name and spread his hands apart. The wide embroidery of his Han costume was raised, looking extremely imposing.
Zhao Yun was about to cup her fists when Xu Zhen immediately raised his hand and said,"Wait a minute."
"Prime Minister, are you really going to attack Wan City alone?”
"That's right, my army is invincible. In less than ten days, we can return to the court. Bowen will wait for my good news in the court.”
"They haven't moved for half a year, so my soldiers might be a little rusty. I can use this to sharpen their blades.”
Cao Cao said with a smile.
Xu Zhen didn't seem to be optimistic. It wasn't difficult to take down Wan City, but he was afraid that Boss Cao...
Sigh.
"Let me remind my lord that the current number two strategist on the Heaven Ranking, Jia Xu and Jia Wenhe, is in Wan City.”
"What? Is this true?"
Cao Cao was pleasantly surprised.
"Bowen, you didn't lie to me! How did you find out?"
" Jia Wenhe persuaded the officials to escape Chang 'an and left with Zhang Ji. After Zhang Ji died, his army, Zhang Xiu, took over. Liu Biao used them as a barrier to the north of Jingzhou, so he handed over Wan City to him and stationed troops in Nanyang to balance each other.”
" I'm sure that as long as my lord's army goes to Wan City, he will send an envoy to the city to summon Zhang Xiu to surrender. He will be promoted to a higher position and his father's name will be conferred. Zhang Xiu will definitely surrender, but..."
At this point, Xu Zhen did not know what to say.
This plan was really too difficult.
It was too difficult!
How am I supposed to say this? I can't say that you must not sleep with her aunt. If you sleep with her, it will be troublesome.
Cao Cao looked at him suspiciously." But what? If you have anything to say, just say it directly. Don't hide it.”
"I…"
Xu Zhen was speechless." Sigh, forget it. Perhaps I'm just thinking too much. I'm worried that something might happen in the north, so after my lord goes to take over Wan City, we must immediately withdraw our troops and return to Xudu. We can't stay here for a moment."”
"Moreover, my lord must not covet comfort. It is not yet time.”
"What are you saying!"
Cao Cao suddenly felt that it was ridiculous, and his expression became strange," Nonsense. I, Cao Cao, have been in the military for my entire life. I have lived a simple and hard life. How can I be a person who only desires to enjoy life? Bo Wen, you are thinking too much. I will be back soon."”
"Don't worry!"
"Lord, Lord!"
Dian Wei lightly nudged Xu Zhen a few times from behind, interrupting Xu Zhen's words. He couldn't help but turn around and stare at him.
At the same time, the civil and military officials in the hall also turned their heads, their faces full of doubt.
Dian Wei scratched his head and laughed out loud. Then, he said,"I'll go, send me. Zilong wants to guard the Imperial City, so I'll go with the Prime Minister. It's been a long time since I've been on the battlefield, so I'll be training my soldiers.”
Xu Zhen was stunned.
He was stunned.
"Do you have to go?"
Xu Zhen looked at him suspiciously.
Dian Wei nodded.
"Yes, yes, yes. Let me go, let me go!”
Xu Zhen blinked.
Dian Wei also raised his eyebrows crazily, meaning that he had to go.
"Sure, Dian Wei, come with me, hahaha!”
Cao Cao quickly waved his hand and felt comfortable." Bowen, let him go with me. I'll lend you five thousand soldiers. How about that?"”
Xu Zhen was speechless. He even opened his mouth wide and wanted to laugh.
It was unbelievable.
He looked at Dian Wei smiling so happily and felt his heart sink for no reason. This idiot, did he think he would be doing something meritorious?
After the meeting was dismissed, Xi Zhicai and Xun Yu walked together. They were confused.
"Wen Ruo, why is Bo Wen acting a little strange today?”
" I think so too." Xun Yu frowned and could not figure it out." I don't understand. What difficulties does Wancheng have? Could it be that Jia Wenhe, who is ranked second, is full of tricks and resourcefulness, making Bowen worried?"”
"That shouldn't be the case. Bowen's method of commanding the entire army in the previous battle was very exquisite. He wasn't afraid of anyone. This time, he didn't bring him, but his general Dian Wei.”
"Perhaps. In short, even if Jia Wenhe was here, he wouldn't be able to make up for the difference in strength. Moreover, Wan City is small and isn't good at defense.”
"Yes, it's just a little strange."
Xi Zhicai scratched his head, still not understanding.
After all, Xu Zhen had always been a very calm person. He would not have too many emotional fluctuations towards anything.
But today, after hearing that Dian Wei also insisted on going, it was somewhat abnormal.
……
In the hall.
Cao Cao was still thinking about the problem that Xu Zhen had just mentioned.
Thus, after returning to the Prime Minister's residence in the afternoon, he called Xu Zhen to the residence for a banquet.
It was just like a family banquet, with his son, his wife Bian Yu 'er, and Huan Yue' er accompanying him.
Huan Yue 'er and Xu Zhen were of similar age, so they were still a little reserved when they first met.
Halfway through, Cao Cao suddenly said,""Bowen, what do you mean when you said…not to be greedy for pleasure?”
Xu Zhen's hand that was picking up food paused and he was speechless. He really did not know how to explain this matter.
Moreover, it was even harder to say it at home.
In front of your two beautiful wives, you said that you might spend a good night with a wonderful woman in Wan City and that you would lose a lot because of it?
This was probably not good.
Xu Zhen leaned back and said with an awkward but polite smile,""Nothing. I just reminded the Prime Minister as usual that the great cause is not yet completed and that he should not be greedy for pleasure. He must not do things like playing music and dancing.”
Cao Cao pursed his lips. What was he saying? He didn't even understand.
This kid's words were getting more and more mysterious.
"Bowen is right. A Man, you are leading the army outside. You can't be greedy for pleasure and think about the great cause at all times. As family members, we only hope that you can return safely and that your family will be safe.”
Cao Cao laughed happily. Only at this time could he enjoy the warmth of his home and not worry about the world.
Thus, he nodded his head and revealed a loving smile." Alright, I promise you. When I return from Wan City, I'll stay at home and accompany you for a few days.”
Cao Ang suddenly raised his head and smiled from below."That's right. Mother, Lil 'Miss, when I return this time, I will have military merits. I will bring some gifts for you.”
Xu Zhen's heart thumped a few times.
If you guys want to leave, just leave. Don't plant flags like this, okay?
Damn, he hadn't even gone out to insert it like crazy. As a father and a son, he had set up so many flags.
This meal…was not easy.
"Ang 'er will be a soldier in Dian Wei's camp this time. You can't have any special rights and must obey the military orders. When you return, you will have military merits. In the future, please ask Bowen to bring you to participate in the war between the north and south.”
Cao Cao looked at Xu Zhen and smiled." I, the future of the Great Han Dynasty, is actually in the hands of you young people."”
The corner of Xu Zhen's mouth twitched again.
I really couldn't listen to it anymore. Don't insert it anymore. I'm numb.
"Prime Minister, don't plant any more flags. I have a feeling that Jia Xu will have a plan for this trip to Wan City. Be careful of his sinister intentions. It's best if you can get him to submit and immediately send him to Xuchang.”
Cao Cao saw how serious Xu Zhen was and naturally understood that this was not baseless. He was probably worried that Zhang Xiu and Jia Xu would have an accident.
Hence, he nodded." I know, I know." He smiled and picked up the wine bowl.
"Help me win."
"I am in Xudu, waiting for my lord's return.”
Xu Zhen bowed respectfully, then picked up the wine bowl and drank it all in one gulp.
That night, Xu Zhen returned from the Prime Minister's residence and immediately went to the military camp.
He called Dian Wei and Xu Chu over and said,"Dian Wei, hold your halberd.”
Dian Wei clenched his fists and looked at Xu Zhen in confusion." I've already held it."”
"Remember, when you enter Wan City, you cannot relax your vigilance. During the banquet, you cannot drink alcohol. If you violate this rule, Xu Chu will take over all your troops in the future.”
"Ridiculous!"
Dian Wei cried out strangely, imitating Xu Zhen's usual tone.
Guo Jia smiled slightly at the side.
"If the lord doesn't let him drink, it's worse than killing him, let alone at a banquet.”
Dian Wei patted his chest and his body shook. He said in a low and muffled voice,""Don't worry, my lord. It won't be delayed! No matter when, I will hold my halberd tightly! Stay alert!"
"Alright, promise me that you will hold your halberd!”
Xu Zhen held Dian Wei's hand tightly, his expression extremely solemn.
This was too difficult, really.
It's too difficult for me.
Recently, Boss Cao has been really uncomfortable. The key thing is that I can't tell you about Wancheng.
Otherwise, how shocking would this be?
No one would believe that he could predict the world in advance. If he said it clearly, it would be too terrifying.
Heaven cannot tolerate it, man cannot tolerate it, and the world cannot tolerate it.
Therefore, he could only say it in such a manner.
……
This year, July.
Cao Cao went down to Wan City. After the battle, he defeated the soldiers of Wan City. Zhang Xiu's armor was not as good as Dian Wei's.
Dian Wei led the Snowy Dragon Cavalry to break through the outpost camp and cut it like cutting vegetables.
Countless troops were destroyed, and Zhang Xiu, who was ranked in the top 30, was unable to stop them.
The power of the brave general's golden list spread.
Therefore, Zhang Xiu really surrendered. Under the advice of his strategist Jia Xu, they opened the gates of Wan City.
After Cao Cao entered Wan City, he immediately saw Jia Xu.
"Wen He, ranked second on the Gold Ranking, only second to Xun Wenruo.”
Cao Cao looked at him with a smile. Jia Xu was thin and old, but he was still in good spirits. His breathing was as deep as his chest, and his eyes were full of spirit. He liked to look at others with a smile.
However, this person looked extremely plain and his aura was very weak. If he was placed in a crowd, it would usually be difficult to discover him.
Moreover, he always liked to move back a little.
Just now, Cao Cao didn't call out, and he didn't even want to come out. He even stood among the generals and advisors. This was something that he probably didn't realize.
"Greetings, Prime Minister Cao."
"Hmm, how about coming to my tent and being a strategist?”
"Since the general has already submitted, I will naturally submit to the prime minister.”
"Alright, since that's the case, set off immediately and head to the military camp. I've already prepared official robes, cloth, gold, and silver for you. Go to Xuchang and wait for the emperor.”
Cao Cao revealed a smile. He still remembered Xu Zhen's instructions.
At this moment, he directly said these words.
Let Jia Xu go to Xuchang first and not stay too long.
"I, I, I'll go now? Immediately?"
Jia Xu was stunned for a long time. He turned around and exchanged a glance with Zhang Xiu. Both of them could feel the shock in each other's heart.
Originally, they had planned to catch up.
"Don't worry, I will definitely let Zhang Xiuyong guard Wancheng and confer him the title of Marquis of Wancheng. In the future, he can become a general and enjoy glory and wealth. However, there are already advisors waiting in Jingdou, and the emperor has long wanted to get to know you, the second strategist of the world.”
"Go quickly."
Cao Cao said with a smile.
At this moment, Dian Wei and the other generals also looked at Jia Xu. Dian Wei said in a muffled voice,""Sir, please. I'll take you to the military camp.”
Zhang Xiu and Jia Xu instinctively sensed something and were unable to make a decision. However, if they did not go now, it would be equivalent to contradicting Cao Cao.
If that was the case, the two of them would be separated, and Zhang Xiu would lose an arm first.
Therefore, Zhang Xiu immediately stood up and cupped his fists."Prime Minister, I have already decided to surrender. May I ask why I still want to do this? The military counselor and I are like father and son. I treat him like my father, so I invited the prime minister to a banquet. Of course, I invited my father.”
" Haha, good excuse." Cao Cao laughed and said,""Actually, I also want to be invited to your banquet, but the war in the north is so serious now. I don't know where the millions of people belong. What should I do now? Should I eat a feast? I shouldn't."
"Since Wen He is the second most powerful person in the world, we can't wait any longer. Let's go to Xuchang first and take up our positions. Since you have already surrendered, I have already promised you. At this moment, I will definitely not go back on my word.”
At this moment, Cao Cao deeply remembered Xu Zhen's instructions. He did not dare to delay for even a moment and directly explained his intentions. There was no need for a banquet.
He just had to wait for them to return.
Zhang Xiu and Jia Xu looked at each other and finally sighed." Since that's the case, we'll do as the Prime Minister says."”
After the banquet was canceled, the harvests and account books of all parts of Wan City were collected. Then, all the important officials of all levels were brought over, and they were busy until late at night.
Zhang Xiu then packed up his luggage, a total of thirteen carriages, and brought Cao Cao to see his family.
At this moment, Cao Cao came down from the city gate and waited for the soldiers to change their guards. When he passed by a carriage, he was suddenly hit on the foot by a wooden stick that was used to support the carriage.
Cao Cao: "???"
He lowered his head and picked up the wooden stick. When he raised his head slightly, he saw a beautiful woman in the carriage. Her eyeshadow was made of powder, and she looked like a fairy. Her eyes were rippling with spring water, and she wore a gorgeous dress. Her long hair hung down on both sides of her face.
Her eyebrows moved slightly, and the woman hurriedly smiled.
"This woman is guilty of disturbing the Prime Minister.”
Cao Cao was delighted.
Such a beauty was actually a woman.
"Whose wife are you?"
The corners of Cao Cao's mouth gradually curled up…
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