Dahan, Yanzhou, Dongjun, Puyang City.

I don’t know since when, the plaque in front of the gate of the Prefect’s Mansion that was originally located in Puyang City was replaced by the Prefectural Governor’s Mansion, and then for some unknown reason, the plaque of the Prefectural Governor’s Mansion was taken down.

Everyone does not find it strange that the plaque on the Prefecture was changed to the Prefectural Governor's Office, because compared to Changyi County, Shanyang County, the original seat of Yanzhou Governor, although Puyang is also at the forefront of the battle line, it only needs

To resist the pressure from the south, unlike Changyi, not only had to resist the two-pronged attack from Yuan Shu's army in the west and south, but also had to worry about Tao Qian's army behind him.

Although Cao Cao's army was powerful, they were defeated continuously by Sun Ce, who was like the reincarnation of the overlord. Several major generals were damaged or seriously injured, which seriously affected morale. Even though Tao Qian's army led by Cao Bao regained some confidence,

But it was just for comfort, and to prevent the morale of the army from collapsing.

Not to mention that Cao Cao had served as the Dunqiu Order for a period of time in the past and was more familiar with the Dongjun area. Moreover, when the Yellow Turban Army rose again during the Chuping Period, Cao Cao's heroic fighting in Dongjun not only contributed to his move to Yanzhou, but also

This made the people of Dongjun and some powerful people support him even more strongly.

In addition, Puyang is closer to the territory of Yuan Shao and Li Shushi than Changyi, so it is easy to receive support from both sides.

Now that Tao Qian is dead, the situation in the Central Plains has changed drastically. This is not something that is difficult for people of insight in the world to see clearly. Yuan Shu has turned his main attention from Cao Cao, who is still resisting tenaciously, to what seems to be

Easier to get to Xuzhou.

Even Sun Ce, who made Cao Cao's army change his mind after hearing this, was sent to the Xiapi Kingdom. It seemed that he was forcing Xuzhou to express its stance. However, some people also noticed that Yuan Shu's army seemed to be gathering troops towards the border of Jiujiang County and Lujiang County in Yangzhou.

There are signs that even Sun Ce, who seems to be aiming at Xuzhou, seems to be pointing to Yangzhou in the distance if he takes a closer look.

Obviously, Yuan Shu seems to be no longer satisfied with simply supporting one or two agents to carry out some kind of proxy war in Yangzhou, which is currently in a state of endless fighting. It is best to have it in his own mouth.

Therefore, it is not surprising that Cao Cao, who has recovered his breath, wants to launch a counterattack at this time, but it is really not a wise move to prepare to change the governorship of Yanzhou again before anything is settled.

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People who didn't know the inside story gave this explanation for the removal of the plaque on the Yanzhou Governor's Office. Even those Yanzhou families who opposed Cao Cao and the powerful people who were damaged by Cao Cao's fierce reforms were secretly inciting people's dissatisfaction with Cao Cao.

Suddenly, children's songs and ballads that were unfavorable to Cao Cao could be heard everywhere in the market, giving ordinary people a sense of fear that a storm was coming.

So why was Cao Cao so eager to move and change his house?

Let us go into this official residence in Puyang City, which theoretically should no longer be inhabited, to explore it.

"Zhao Nan. Do you think Cao Mengde is worthy of our trust? In the past, Dong Xiangguo seemed to have attached great importance to this person, but he never thought that he would act rebelliously, and he was one of the people who later called on the princes of the world to raise armies.

And because I left in a hurry, I lacked anything to prove my identity. Living here, I always feel like living in a cage."

"Then how do you feel about the prison here compared to the prison in Chang'an?"

"Haha, it's a bit small, eh. It's a bit too small compared to Chang'an... but it has a bit more freedom than Chang'an."

"Yes, just like the original Lizhou Mu, he also started from Xihe, where only a quarter was controlled by the Han people."

"But the owner here is not me, and it is destined not to be me. Some of my ideas may cause conflicts and fights."

"Do you still remember what we said on the road when we were discussing the future?"

"But Dong Xiangguo once said that without a strong leader, the country will become chaotic, but if the country has two or more leaders alive, then the country will also fall into chaos.

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"But...hey, I'm afraid there are some things I'm not qualified to say in my capacity. As long as you are willing to remember our original agreement, if you have any requests, I will try my best to fulfill them."

I remember, of course I remember, and I can even remember the excited smiles I and the other party showed during the discussion.

However, when I calm down, I can't help but think about it, are those fantasies I have discussed really possible to come true?

Zhao Nan had retreated at some point, leaving him standing alone in the study that was gradually shrouded in shadow, and then the somewhat excited expression on his face gradually calmed down.

In fact, I am still a little unwilling. Just like a puppet, even if he fulfills his ambition, only the names of loyal ministers and famous generals will be mentioned in the history books. And he may only be mentioned in a certain one with great achievements.

The Lord's ministers will only be mentioned when they die violently, and then they will be ridiculed by the sharpest pen, and they will become mediocre people who will be ridiculed by future generations.

Am I really not as good as those people?

The young but stubborn boy couldn't help but ask himself, when suddenly, his cheeks were filled with two kelp-shaped tears.

How could he be compared to those people? At least he didn't have the guts to gallop on the battlefield at such a young age, and then lead an expedition outside the Great Wall with less than half the enemy's number. He couldn't figure out how to climb high and respond with a single wave of his hand.

Follow the method.

And even the few people I admire often have to face all kinds of troubles and troubles. They even do some crazy and rebellious behaviors in the eyes of outsiders because of this, and are ridiculed by the world.

However, after trying it for a while, although I felt a little ridiculous, why did I feel a little bit happy from the bottom of my heart?

Sure enough, it's just like that person said: Since you don't know how to face the road ahead, just smile.

At least, it is better to infect others with a smile than to keep a straight face all day but still not be able to solve the problem.

Maybe, I can also give it a try and find ways to make myself happy and spread my smile to everyone.

After a long time.

In the pavilion in the back garden of the former Yanzhou Governor's Mansion.

The afterglow of the setting sun still struggled tenaciously in the sky, stirring up a bit of sadness, but it still couldn't hide the bleeding sun, adding a layer of blood-like color to all the scenery in front of me.

There were only three people in the garden pavilion at this time, one of whom was short.

They were a man and two women; on the low table were three snacks that didn't look like much, and a few porcelain bottles for wine. There was also a sword of unknown quality hidden in a gorgeous scabbard.

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The man sat upright next to the short table. His left hand was folded on his lap, and his right hand would raise the wine bottle in his hand from time to time. At this time, a young woman next to him would raise the wine bottle in her hand and put the contents in the bottle.

The liquid was poured into the wine bottle. Then Shi Shiran stepped aside and quietly waited for the next request of the man in front of him.

Both women look to be in their prime of youth. Their whole bodies exude the slightly blooming youthful beauty that is unique to cardamom years. Coupled with appropriately tailored waist-skirts, they are a bit more unique to women.

Some charm.

These are two beautiful butterflies. It's hard to ignore their beauty when you see them.

But it is a pity that no matter how beautiful butterflies spread their wings and dance, they can only add a touch of sadness to the bloody scenery under the sunset, just like the dark red color that is constantly poured into the wine bottle from the bottle.

liquid.

It was a nectar that was sweet but tasted like red blood, making people think of demons from outside the realm at first sight.

One cup, another cup, another cup.

Unknowingly, five porcelain bottles had become empty. The man who was sitting there kneeling and showing a good education seemed to be a little drunk. His body was shaking slightly and he looked at the two maids with a lot of eyes.

A bit hazy.

There is also a bit of obscenity.

But the girls didn't seem to care. No, from the way they approached the man more and more boldly, it was obvious what they were thinking in their hearts at this time, and their laughter like silver bells also added.

A bit of a tempting flavor.

Perhaps it won’t be long before all human shame is put aside and a great discussion on the way of human reproduction is staged here.

But at this moment, a footstep that was not too heavy but was extremely loud in this relatively quiet atmosphere sounded.

Hearing this sudden sound, the man didn't show any reaction, but the two maids, with panic expressions on their faces like frightened birds, hurried away from the man and stood back where they were supposed to be.

A place to stand.

"Ah, Aiqing is here. Do you have time to have a drink with an idle guy like me? The scenery before sunset is still very good."

The man raised the wine bottle in his hand, with a silly smile on his face that is most common among drunkards.

The rhythm of the footsteps was not affected in any way by the man's words. It was still so steady and oppressive. Even if the owner of the footsteps had not yet been seen, a majestic figure was already sketched in his heart.

image.

"Ah, he is really a tall, mighty and majestic man. When people see him, they will have the feeling of 'this man is extraordinary'."

"Your Majesty, Cao is not tall enough or powerful enough. I'm really sorry for that."

The man, ah no, it was Liu Xie, the burly man who had been missing for several months. With a pair of hazy drunken eyes, he looked at Cao Cao who was kneeling on his knees outside the garden pavilion. There was an incomprehensible flash in his eyes.

light.

The two maids who were far away from Liu Xie could not be seen, and Cao Cao, who had his head lowered outside the garden pavilion, could not be seen either.

"I really didn't expect that Cao Aiqing would have such fine wine hidden in his house. It's a pity that there are no corresponding delicacies. Otherwise, in such a beautiful time, I could ask Cao Aiqing to write a poem for me, and maybe it can be passed down to the world."

"My lord, Cao Mengde, dare to guess what your Majesty is thinking at this time."

Cao Cao, who lowered his head and did not look at Liu Xie, did not answer Liu Xie's words. Instead, he started talking to himself. The aura emanating from him was felt even by the two maids who were far away.

Just like the illusion of being stared at by a ferocious beast, the coldness that penetrated the body made the two weak girls tremble uncontrollably and almost fell to the ground.

"This man named Cao Mengde is probably just as disrespectful and disloyal as the man named Dong Zhuo." Cao Cao raised his head. A sharp light shone in Cao Cao's eyes, "You probably think so, and it seems to be understandable."

"Are you trying to say that you are not such a person?" Liu Xie responded lightly with a sarcastic smile on his face.

"On the surface, you promise to support me, but in fact, you plan to realize your own ambitions. You, Dong Zhuo, Yuan Shao... you probably all have this idea."

"Ambition... If you think this is ambition, then as you said, I, Cao Mengde, do have such ambition."

The light projected in those falcon-like eyes became sharper, making people dare not look at them. Even Liu Xie, a nominally famous person like Liu Xie, also felt the light coming from that person who was not tall and tall.

The man who is not heroic and has dark and rough skin has the same aura as Dong Zhuo. Although there are slight differences in the subtleties, it is equally profound.

Comparing it with the Cao Mengde who still vaguely remembered it in his memory. Liu Xie found it hard to believe that such a big change would happen to one person. But he also thought of Dong Zhuo, the man who once despised the world when his life was ended.
To be continued...