Liu Jian looked at Liu Bei in surprise: "The person who takes you to play in Luoyang every day is Cao Mengde?"
Liu Bei nodded and said: "Yes, it is this person. During the previous campaign against the Yellow Turbans, this person was a Cavalry Commander under General Huangfu. They were both on the same battlefield and heard about each other, but there was nothing too much.
After I got to Luoyang, this man took the initiative to come to invite me, but as my brother, it was not easy for him to disgrace the Cao family."
"Um……"
Liu Jian frowned, looked up at the blue sky, and fell into deep thought.
All right, why did Cao Cao go out of his way to make friends with Liu Bei?
With Liu Jian's current knowledge and status, if you said that Cao Cao simply thought Liu Bei was a trustworthy person, he would definitely not believe it.
Cao Cao is also an outstanding figure who has been working hard in Luoyang City for many years, especially when he worked with Yuan Shao to get involved in the party. It is not easy to get to this day. How can he be an ordinary person?
Liu Jian pondered for a moment, suddenly thought of something, and hurriedly asked Liu Bei: "Cao Cao previously made great achievements as a cavalry captain during the Yellow Turban Rebellion, how come he is still Yilang now?"
Liu Bei said doubtfully: "I had discussed this matter with Cao Mengde before when I was drinking with him. It seems that when the minister discussed the merits of the Yellow Turbans, he was awarded the title of Prime Minister of Jinan, and he should take office after the New Year. But I don't know why.
This year, the matter was shelved at the Chancellery again, and no date was set for him to take office. I don’t know why.”
But the biological sisters of Cao Ren and Cao Chun are the real wives of Song Qi, the brother of Empress Song!
Cao Cao didn't even run away at that time, how could he run away from both of them?
Logically speaking, although Liu Bei is his elder brother, he is not up to the level of Yuan Ji's liquor store in terms of status and reputation. Moreover, Liu Bei said that Yuan Ji has not had anything to do with Liu Bei since the battle in Luoyang.
communication.
But because of his status, the drinking bureau he set up will definitely succeed! Whoever Yuan Ji invites will not be disrespected!
After chatting with the two men for a while, Liu Jian then said: "Heroes don't ask where they come from, and they don't pursue their destination. The two young gentlemen came from wealthy families. Although they suffered temporary setbacks, gold will always shine. I think you two
People will make great achievements sooner or later!"
He coughed lightly and said, "I don't understand what you are talking about."
"Drink Meng De Sheng!"
When the wine was half drunk, Yuan Ji played music again and started dancing. Yuan Shao, Yuan Shu, Xu You and all the guests also left the stage, and Liu Bei also danced with him.
Cao Cao said from the side: "Deran's words are clearly a witticism, don't worry too much about it! Liu Deran is quick in thinking and has always been very accurate in judging people. Since he said that the two virtuous brothers will have great achievements in the future, there must be nothing wrong!"
"
Liu Jian stood up and drank it all in one gulp, and then heard Cao Cao introduce him:
Obviously, Cao Cao didn't care about Yuan Shu's entrance to the Cao family. At least in his opinion, Yuan Shu's entrance to his Cao family would not pose any threat to Cao Cao.
"Exactly, this is a certain brother Liu Bei, whose courtesy name is Xuande."
Compared with later generations, the drinking culture of the Han Dynasty was much more civilized.
Liu Jian smiled and said: "When you are away on an expedition, you will naturally feel less at ease than in Luoyang."
"Deran, I haven't seen you for more than half a year, but you have lost a lot of weight!"
Yuan Ji joked: "It doesn't matter, now that Deran has returned, Yuan will send people to Xiandi's residence to deliver wine, meat and delicacies every day. He will keep it for a month and raise back the meat you lost!"
Cao Cao smiled casually and didn't take it seriously at all.
In the civilized era 1,800 years later, people in the world used to call Yuan Ji "Jiu Mengzi" because of his drinking method.
This can only show that someone put pressure on Shangshutai and did not want Cao Cao to leave Beijing quickly.
"Even the highway, in terms of military strategy and knowledge, is inferior to Xuande!"
Yuan Ji raised the wine cup in his hand and said loudly: "Everyone, please drink!"
However, Liu Jian felt a little strange at this wine party, because Yuan Ji not only invited himself, but also invited Liu Bei.
Liu Jian came back to his senses after hearing this. He looked at Liu Bei, his mind changed slightly, and he suddenly asked:
While Liu Jian was drinking by himself and watching the crowd dancing wildly, Cao Cao led two tall teenagers to Liu Jian.
"How can your brother be that kind of person! Don't get me wrong!"
Why are you looking for Liu Bei?
…
Yuan Ji looked at Liu Bei beside Liu Jian and asked, "Is this your brother, Liu Xuande?"
Cao Ren and Cao Chun's father, Cao Chi, was a high-ranking official in Changshui. The two of them also entered the officialdom in the past. However, it was very unlucky that when Emperor Ling of the Han Dynasty deposed the Empress of the Song Dynasty, both Cao Ren and Cao Chun were implicated.
They sang, danced and fluttered their sleeves in the field and interacted with each other. Over time, they became even more familiar with each other.
"These two are Cao's cousins, Cao Ren and Cao Chun. They are both the direct sons of my uncle Yuan Shenggong. They came to Luoyang recently. Thanks to Yuan Junhou, they have been invited to the banquet."
…
"Deran, Cao has an idea. Although it is a bit abrupt, it is still a good talk."
His appearance fell in Liu Bei's eyes.
The two Cao brothers, who had been able to make a name for themselves in the court thanks to their grandfather's influence, could only travel around the world in recent years, hiding in hiding, waiting for opportunities.
"Deran, what's wrong with you? Is there something wrong with my association with that Cao Cao?"
Brother Ah Hao flattered Liu Jian a lot!
"Alas, in fact, my two disciples are not the only heroes who have been buried."
Liu Jian could refuse anyone's banquet, but it was Yuan Ji's banquet that he could not refuse.
Liu Bei didn't stay in Luoyang for long, and he was not considered a central member of the imperial court. He was just a marginal figure. Naturally, he didn't know much about the depth of the water in Luoyang.
Cao Cao was supposed to take office as the Prime Minister of Jinan, but now he suddenly postponed his schedule. This is extremely abnormal.
When Liu Jian arrived at his residence, Yuan Ji sent someone to invite Liu Jian to his residence before he could rest for a day.
But Liu Jian had been living in Luoyang for more than two years, facing Liu Hong and Yuan Ji every day, but his heart was as clear as a mirror.
…
"Brother, don't let Cao Cao lead you into trouble."
Everyone raised their heads and said: "Your Majesty, please drink!"
…
At the same time, this also shows that something big will definitely happen in the capital.
Such an intimate gesture was enough to show that Yuan Ji attached great importance to Liu Jian.
Liu Jian said: "Please tell me."
Cao Cao's title holder said to Liu Jian, "Deran has a great drink!"
Even though it was Liu Bei's first time drinking with this group of people, he himself was quite attractive. He could get along well with the people at the table in a short time.
Empress Song was Cao Cao's grandfather, Cao Teng's brother, Cao Bao's son, Cao Chi's daughter's husband, Song Qi's sister. Due to this relationship, when Empress Song was deposed, Cao Cao was implicated.
"Brother, you are dating Cao Cao. Has he ever taken you to that kind of place?"
Then he raised the wine glass and drank another glass with the two men.
Liu Jian frowned and thought carefully, his expression quite serious.
"Thank you for your great love."
Liu Bei hurried forward and said: "Liu Bei pays homage to the king!"
Not long after, all of Yuan Ji's guests and friends arrived, most of whom were the second generation elites of the Yuan family and his close associates. There were even Yuan Wei's two sons, Yuan Yida and Yuan Renda, who were also present today.
Hearing this, Liu Jian laughed and said, "Don't let the highway hear Meng De's words, otherwise I'm afraid he will knock on the door of your Cao Mansion."
He laughed and walked up to Liu Jian, stretched out his hand and gave him a big hug.
Cao Ren and Cao Chun looked at each other, and then they saw Cao Ren raise his eyebrows.
Yuan Ji was dressed in fine clothes and was very happy to see Liu Jian.
While Cao Cao was sighing, he turned to look at Liu Bei who was dancing in the field, and sighed: "During the time when Deran was in Jizhou, Cao spent a lot of time with Xuande in his free time... Alas, from Cao's point of view
, Although Xuande is a warrior from the border county who was promoted with military merit, his ability and knowledge are by no means inferior to those of the sons of the ministers in the court!"
No wonder, after all, Liu Jian also has the nickname of Luoyang Dance God, and his influence in the Luoyang folk art circle is too great.
Similar to Yuan Ji's life-threatening drinking method, most people in this era are accustomed to calling him a "hero".
Liu Jian discovered that Yuan Ji was really not a very good drinker. Whenever he had a chance, he would definitely start a drinking party and make everyone drunk.
The Song family fell, and the Cao Ren brothers still have no chance to become officials.
After saying that, the Yuan family grabbed Liu Jian's hand and walked towards the house.
Cao Chun seemed a little confused: "How can gold still shine?"
Liu Jian didn't end up this time, and no one called him on.
If he were to perform on stage, he would be so eye-catching that others would be embarrassed to dance.
Afterwards, everyone began to brag and praise him while drinking and talking.
This move made everyone present speechless.
"Um……"
Liu Jian leaned his head towards Liu Bei and whispered: "Is it really just a safari and outing?"
Liu Jian turned to look at the two of them, firmly remembering the appearance of these two famous generals among Cao Wei's Eight Tiger Riders.
Liu Bei's expression became a little unnatural for a moment.
On the day they were invited, Liu Jian and Liu Bei came to Yuan Ji's mansion.
Thinking about it, after the death of Yuan Manlai, Yuan Kai's youngest son, Yuan Kai must have seen through the impermanence of the world, and simply recommended his two sons to Yuan Ji and asked them to assist the future father-in-law.
Yuan Ji waved his hand cheerfully and said: "Today is a family banquet. All those invited are relatives and friends of Yuan. Xuande does not need to be so polite, just treat yourself as if you were at home! Let's go! Let's have a drink!"
It's Cao Ren and Cao Chun!
Let him wait and do it!
Cao Cao stretched out his hand and pointed at Cao Ren and Cao Chun behind him, and said: "Both of my two brothers are my direct descendants from my uncle's knees. The only direct descendants from my uncle's knees are two boys and two girls. The eldest daughter married into the Song family in Fufeng. Now,
There is also a legitimate second daughter who is waiting to be married."
Liu Jian hurriedly said: "Mengde, I already have a wife, she is the daughter of Zheng Kangcheng in Beihai."
Cao Cao laughed loudly and said, "Deran misunderstood. What Cao means is that your brother Xuande, who is not yet married, is not as good as our Cao and Liu families, who can marry Qin and Jin. How about that?"
There is one more update, I think it will be updated around nine o'clock