"Sir, why?"
Dian Wei was a straightforward person.
If he didn't understand, he would ask directly.
Zhao Yang said in a deep voice,"
"You will know after tonight.”
"Also, there is a strong man under Zhang Xiu's command called Hu Che 'er.”
"This person is strong and brave.”
"If there's a chance tonight, you'd better think of a way to take his life.”
This time, Dian Wei was even more puzzled.
"Teacher, this Hu Che 'er….. could it be that he has a grudge against you?”
Zhao Yang shook his head and said,"
"I don't know this person."
"But this person is extremely brave and cannot be left alive.”
"It might be difficult to kill him, but if you find an opportunity to injure him during the banquet, you can kill him.”
"Zhang Xiu naturally wouldn't suspect anything. At least he can guarantee that he won't be able to do anything tonight!”
……
Late at night, the banquet began.
Zhang Xiu had specially found a few handsome female dancers to start the dance, and everything was done in an orderly manner.
Cao Cao sat in the main seat, smiling.
Zhang Xiu didn't seem to have any unpleasant thoughts.
Those who knew that Zhang Xiu had surrendered and Cao Cao had accepted it.
Those who didn't know better would think that Cao Cao was here as a guest.
"From the looks of it, Zhang Xiu is indeed normal.”
"Perhaps I'm overthinking things?"
Cao Cao thought.
Zhang Xiu's surrender this time was truly flawless.
It was as if he wanted to gouge out his heart for Cao Cao to see.
This made Cao Cao doubt Zhao Yang's prophecy.
He was skeptical of Zhao Yang's words.
Seeing this situation, he was even more certain of his previous thoughts.
"Sikong can give me this opportunity to save Wan City from the flames of war.”
"On behalf of the people of Wan City, I toast Sikong!”
At this moment, Zhang Xiu raised his wine glass with a smile and downed it in one gulp.
Seeing Zhang Xiu's honest look, Cao Cao waved his hand and said,
"What are you talking about, nephew?"
"Back then, your uncle Zhang Ji and I were colleagues who helped the Great Han pacify the world.”
"Speaking of which, our relationship back then was quite good.”
"Now that you've joined me, I naturally won't treat you unfairly.”
Cao Cao looked at the beautiful scene and drank the wine. He could not help but feel a little smug when he spoke.
When Zhang Xiu heard this, a faint light flashed in his eyes.
He chuckled and replied,
"Sikong is right, but…I'm offering Wan City to Sikong.”
"Can you make a small request to Si Kong?”
"I also mentioned this in the previous letter…"
Cao Cao waved his hand and said indifferently,
"Nephew, just say it."
Zhang Xiu pursed his lips, put down his wine cup, and said in a deep voice,
"Sikong, I've always been in Wan City, so I'm quite familiar with the surrounding areas.”
"Although I'm under Sikong's command, I hope to continue to command troops in Wan City, but I can be used by Sikong.”
Cao Cao was stunned for a moment before he laughed,"
"Nephew, is this a request?"
"If you didn't say so, I would naturally do the same.”
"Don't worry."
Zhang Xiu was not a rare general talent. If he left Wan City and let him take charge of the army, it would be a waste.
Moreover, Cao Cao did not have any generals who were familiar with Wan City, so he could not take over.
If he forcefully brought Zhang Xiu to the north, it would restrict his movements.
Cao Cao naturally knew this.
"I have one more request.”
Seeing this, Zhang Xiu continued,
"I hope that after Sikong enters Wan City, treat the people well and treat my old generals well…"
Hearing this, Cao Cao's expression darkened.
Although Zhang Xiu did not say it explicitly, it was obvious that he was implying that they should not massacre Xu Prefecture.
As everyone knew, Cao Cao knew his mistakes and corrected them.
Even if he really thought that the massacre of Xu Prefecture was inhumane and unwise, he would never like it to be brought up by others.
"Even if you didn't say it, I would have done it.”
Thinking of this, Cao Cao's tone was still a little unhappy.
However, it was just unpleasant.
Taking them into Wan City was undoubtedly a good thing for Cao Cao.
Although Wan City wasn't big, it had a complete collection of troops, rations, and weapons.
After all, all of Zhang Ji's assets were here.
With these things, he could transport them to the north. When the time came, he would have more confidence in confronting Yuan Shao and the others.
"Not only will I treat the people well, I will also treat you and your uncle's old subordinates well.”
"When we return to the capital, I will ask the emperor to grant you the title of Marquis of Wancheng.”
"How about this?"
Cao Cao said calmly with his eyes half-closed.
For a surrendered general, this was the best ending.
He was in a fief he was familiar with, and he had been conferred the title of Marquis of Wancheng by the Great Han Dynasty!
When Zhang Xiu heard this, he immediately said with a happy expression,
"Thank you, Sikong!"
"Thank you, Sikong."
As Zhang Xiu stood up, Jia Xu beside him also slowly stood up and echoed.
When Jia Xu stood up, Cao Cao's eyes lit up."
"This is Mister Jia Xu, right?"
Jia Xu smiled slightly.
"Sikong, I am Jia Xu.”
Cao Cao smiled again,"
"Sir's name is really like thunder in my ears.”
"After recovering Wan City, why don't you follow me to battle?”
Hearing this, Zhang Xiu's expression changed.
He wanted to snatch Jia Xu away right in front of him? Wouldn't this kill him?
However, due to the current situation, he did not say anything.
Jia Xu said unhurriedly,
"Thank you for your kindness, Sikong. However, I have been in Wan City for a long time and have followed you for a long time, so…"
However, before he could finish, Cao Cao waved his hand and interrupted,
"So what? Since your general is under my command, you are naturally under my command as well.”
"After this, you can return to Xu City with me.”
Hearing this, even if Jia Xu was unwilling, he did not speak again.
However, this made Zhang Xiu clench his fists.
He had already predicted that if he surrendered unconditionally, Cao Cao would look down on him and even bully him.
However, he did not expect that he would snatch away his military advisor at the beginning!
This made Zhang Xiu even more determined to punish Cao Cao.
However, now, he could only remain calm and wait for the right opportunity.
"Sikong, I have a request that I hope Sikong will agree to!”
"I heard that General Zhang has a fierce general called Hu Che 'er.”
"In today's good mood, I would like to spar with Hu Che 'er!”
At this moment, a rough voice interrupted Cao Cao's laughter.
Cao Cao looked to his side in confusion.
The person who spoke was none other than Dian Wei, who was standing behind Cao Cao!
Cao Cao felt incredulous.
This Dian Wei, normally, three hits wouldn't be able to get anything.
Why did he suddenly want to fight with someone?
"Nonsense!"
Cao Cao frowned,"
"On such a joyous day, how can we fight with swords?”
Dian Wei lowered his head.
"I won't use swords and swords. I'll just spar with fists and feet.”
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