Xu Chu was surprised and turned to look at Dian Wei.
In his impression, Dian Wei never took the initiative to speak in such internal meetings with Cao Cao. Every time the discussion started, Dian Wei and Xu Chu stood on either side of Cao Cao, as if they were two generals humming.
After the meeting, Dian Wei and Xu Chu left with Cao Cao and never had much communication with the people who participated in the meeting. Guards like them were not suitable for contact with courtiers to be honest.
But today...
Cao Cao was also surprised, stopped and stared at Dian Wei with interest.
A smile appeared on his chubby face, and he asked: "Jun Ming, what's the matter?"
All pairs of eyes were fixed on Dian Wei, which made Dian Wei a little embarrassed. His dark complexion turned purple, and he said awkwardly: "My lord is conquering Huyang, but Dian Wei was unable to accompany him, so he has been feeling a little guilty.
My lord, you should know that Dian Wei met a master craftsman who made weapons. During the time when my lord was on the expedition, Dian Wei and Cao worked tirelessly and nightly, and finally made a good sword."
Xu Chu was so excited that he shuddered.
He also heard about the "Cao family" and secretly thought: Could it be that Dian Wei wants to distribute those knives to the Huben army?
Cao Cao was startled, and the smile on his face grew wider.
"Master Cao?"
"This is the family who saved Dian Wei's life in Nanyang County."
"Oh, now that you said it, I remembered it... This time when Xili Xu was fighting, the nephew of the Zhang family seems to be a member of the Cao family..."
It was a bit awkward to say this sentence.
Why do you feel like you are talking about yourself?
Cao Cao sat down again and looked at Dian Wei with a smile. Guo Jia, Xun Yu, Xun You and others also returned to their original seats.
I have seen shameless people, but I have never seen anyone as shameless as Dian Wei.
Is it a way of praising yourself if you forget to eat and sleep? It should be a way of praising others.
However, Dian Wei's words about forgetting sleep and food perfectly reflect his honest and honest nature. Although it is ridiculous, no one can criticize him.
Arguing over word and sentence creation with a big boss is just asking for trouble.
Dian Wei nodded vigorously, "Replying to my lord, Xili Xu was fighting. Although the Zhang family's sons and nephews participated, their fault was not theirs. The Zhang family is the daughter-in-law of the Cao family, so of course the Cao family's sons and nephews will not give up. In fact, this case
The matter is very simple, but the text makes it complicated."
All eyes turned to Xun Yu again.
Xun Yu smiled bitterly in his heart: This Dian Junming really knows everything.
Cao Cao laughed loudly, "The matter has been decided, Jun Ming doesn't need to pursue it anymore. Okay, let's get down to business, what good sword did you use?"
Dian Wei cupped his hands and said: "My lord, the Cao family made knives this time, which coincides with the number of Tiangang and Earthly Evils. Thirty-six Tiangang knives were made in three months."
This sword was made according to the number of days. Therefore, Dian Wei did not dare to keep it secretly. Now he has ordered people to place the thirty-six Tiangang swords outside the house in order to present them to the lord. This sword was specially forged by the Cao family and is different from ordinary swords.
Different. Each knife weighs eleven kilograms, which means that one yuan can be restored to the beginning... and cutting iron is like clay. Dian Wei once tried it at home. Each knife can easily break fourteen strands. If you have more strength, it will be easier.
Give me some power."
Cao Cao was moved when he heard this!
"Can it take a hundred days of work to make thirty-six swords?"
To be honest, Cao Cao just listened to Dian Wei's words about coincidences with the number of heavens and evil spirits in the sky, but he didn't take it to heart.
What really concerned him was Dian Wei's words: Made in three months!
And Xu Chu couldn't help but breathe a sigh of relief, there were only thirty-six of them... In other words, it was impossible for this kind of sword to be equipped in the army and become a standard weapon.
Xun Yu stood up and said, "Your Majesty, Xun Yu can guarantee that everything you said is true.
When the Cao family made the Tiangang Sword that day, Xun Yu came to visit and saw the sword taking shape with his own eyes... But that day, the fight between Xili Xu and Xun Yu happened.
Go and visit. Otherwise, Xun Yu is also tempted and wants to ask Cao to make swords."
As for Dian Wei, Cao Cao still had some doubts.
Xun Yu convinced him completely. Everyone knew that Xun Yu was a sincere person who would never lie or deceive. He was centered, impartial and motivated by public interest.
"Jun Ming, bring me the knife."
"Here!"
Dian Wei cupped his hands and turned to leave.
Cao Cao tapped the fence with his finger, but he was thinking about another thing in his heart.
The importance of a good sword is self-evident. For Cao Cao, if good swords can be manufactured in batches, it can greatly improve the combat effectiveness of Cao's army. When he was in Nanyang County, Cao Cao did not get the news about Dian Wei's sword making.
On the contrary, he has been paying attention to this matter. Even what happens in Xudu every day, he will learn the details in the fastest way. Although the story of Cao Ji making the sword has been widely spread, there are also different opinions about Cao Ji's life experience.
Cao Cao didn't believe it and thought it was just a rumor.
Maybe Cao Ji can indeed make good swords, but he will never be a hidden master.
He once ordered people to secretly inquire about the life experience of Cao Ji's family. To be honest, with Cao Cao's energy, it was easy to check someone's affairs.
Cao Ji did not hide his experience, so Cao Cao easily found out.
It was not because he suspected anything, but out of caution. After all, Dian Wei was his most trusted confidant, serving in the Central Army of the Guard. And Dian Wei was rescued by Cao Ji's family, just in case...Cao Cao had to be on guard.
The news that came out made Cao Cao very relieved. He inquired about Cao Ji's experience clearly. A craftsman from Zhongyang Mountain was forced to leave his hometown because he offended the local powerful.
In this day and age, this kind of thing happens every day.
Including the murder of Cheng Ji, Cao Cao also heard about it...but Cao Cao did not take it seriously and did not associate it with Cao Ji.
The reason is very simple!
After Cheng Ji was killed, he was discovered by Cheng Ji's bodyguards the next day.
Fearing Cheng Yao's punishment, the two bodyguards ran away... In addition, the money and silk around Cheng Ji were taken away, which further confirmed the fact that he was seeking wealth and murder.
Even Cao Peng didn't expect this kind of change.
"Zhongkang, I heard that among the Xiao Bayi, your Datou and Aman are also among them?"
Xu Chu's face turned red all of a sudden, "The child is not sensible. Chu will be severely punished after he returns."
"What's the punishment?" Cao Cao looked disapproving, "Actually, I think the children did a good job, at least they are more comfortable than you adults. I remember that you and Jun Ming had a good relationship before.
When we were in the village, we all admired each other. Why have we become so narrow-minded? Zhongkang, tell yourself, how many words have you and Jun Ming said from yesterday to now?"
"this……"
Xu Chu's face turned redder and he lowered his head, not knowing how to answer.
Cao Cao hoped that Dian Wei and Xu Chu could compete with each other, but he did not want them to turn against each other.
To paraphrase a common saying, the palms and backs of the hands are full of flesh. Whether it is Xu Chu's Tiger Guards or Dian Wei's Tiger Guards, they are all his personal followers in the central army. If the two personal followers had a falling out, it would definitely not be a good thing for Cao Cao.
What a good thing. Let them cooperate and compete with each other. This is Cao Cao's intention. Dian Wei restrains Xu Chu, and Xu Chu restrains Dian Wei. The two horses must maintain a balance, which is the right way.
"I heard that Jun Ming has been training very hard recently."
Xun You suddenly smiled and said.
"Yeah?"
"This time Jun Ming formed Huben and recruited many helpers. Even Bo Quan was recruited by him to serve as a subordinate of Huben. The momentum is not small."
Bo Quan, named Xia Houheng, was the eldest son of Xia Houyuan, the prefect of Chenliu.
Xia Houyuan, also known as Miaocai, knew Cao Cao from a young age and was imprisoned for Cao Cao's crimes.
Moreover, Xia Houyuan had a very close relationship with Cao Cao. His wife was the sister of Cao Cao's wife, Mrs. Ding, so Xia Houyuan and Cao Cao were still brothers-in-law.
With this relationship, Cao Cao naturally valued and trusted Xia Houyuan very much.
Not long after Xia Houheng was born, Xia Houyuan and Cao Cao arranged a baby marriage for him. Cao Cao's younger brother, named Cao De, followed Cao Song and was killed by Tao Qian's general Zhang Kai, leaving behind a son and a daughter. The eldest son Cao An
At the beginning of the year, Cao Hui, a commoner, died in battle when he conquered Wancheng with Cao Cao. His daughter, Cao Hui, was Xia Houheng's wife. Cao Hui and Xia Houheng just got married at the end of last year, so they have been staying in Xudu.
"Bo Quan was conquered by Jun Ming?"
This was the first time Cao Cao heard about this matter, and he couldn't help but be a little surprised.
Xun Yu nodded and said: "There is also Wen Lie. Jun Ming made him a servant."
Wen Lie, named Cao Xiu, was a descendant of Cao Cao.
When he was a teenager, due to the war in his hometown, he moved to Jingzhou with his mother. After traveling thousands of miles, he returned to Cao Cao and was praised by Cao Cao as: My family's thousand-mile horse.
This is also a disciple whom Cao Cao trusts very much. He is twenty-four years old and in his prime.
Cao Cao couldn't help being extremely surprised, and he felt even more fond of Dian Wei.
Jun Ming is indeed loyal to me. I gave him so much power, but he gave it back without any intention of being exclusive.
Be it Xia Houheng or Cao Xiu, they are all Cao Cao's own people.
Logically speaking, after finally getting the opportunity to lead, most people will not put people who do not belong to them in an important position.
Jie Conghu Ben is equivalent to the military Sima, who controls military discipline.
Pu She directly leads the army and is the right-hand man of Huben Zhonglang General. Below the Zhonglang General, there are the positions of Majesty Commander and Pu She. Among them, Pu She is in charge of soldiers and directly participates in the battle. Huben Lang General is all subordinate to the Majesty Commander.
As a tiger general, Wang Meng obeyed Cao Xiu's command.
As for the commander, he is responsible for security work.
For example, during court meetings, the Majesty will be on guard.
Xu Chu's face was very ugly, and he cursed Dian Wei secretly, and at the same time he kept blaming himself.
Why didn't I think of conquering Pi Boquan and Wen Lie? His Tiger Guard army is mainly composed of the Xu clan, and most of the senior generals in the army are descendants of the Xu family. Compared with the Tiger Guard Army, who is the closest to him?
It is clear at a glance. If it were Xu Chu himself, would he trust Dian Wei more, or himself more? It is conceivable that even if the Huwei wins this time, Dian Wei's status will never be shaken.
Brilliant, so damn brilliant...
Guo Jia couldn't help but say: "There are capable people around Jun Ming to help him!"
In his mind, a thin face suddenly appeared, dressed in white and with an outstanding one-armed figure!
Uncle Sun, with this move of yours, the Dian family will be safe for three generations...
He looked towards Xun Yu and saw that Xun Yu's expression was as usual, showing no signs of trouble.
"Jun Ming hired a capable person?" Cao Cao couldn't help but wonder.
Guo Jia quickly said: "That's the son-in-law of Cao Ji and Cao's family. His name is Deng Ji. He was originally the assistant secretary of Jiyang County. Because he offended Huang She, he followed Jun Ming to Xudu with his family. However, if it weren't for Jun Ming,
I am selfless in my heart, and I am afraid that I will not accept Deng Ji's idea... This person is practicing Xiao Du Lv, and it seems that he has the same friendship with Jia. Wen Ruo and I have interacted with this person several times before, and he is indeed a
Talent.”
Cao Cao subconsciously looked at Xun Yu.
Xun Yu nodded, "If this person is trained well, he will be able to dominate one country by himself one day."
This evaluation is not bad. He can control one side alone... What is the concept of that? In other words, this person can at least be a prefect in the future.
Xun Yu was a cautious man, and to be able to comment like this shows that Deng Ji was extraordinary.
Xun You, on the other hand, frowned and fell into deep thought: How come the name Deng Ji...is so familiar? I seem to have heard it somewhere...
Just as he was talking, Dian Wei and his party walked in.
There were a total of thirty-six people, each holding a rectangular brocade box in their hands, which looked extremely gorgeous.
"Is this the Tiangang Sword?"
Dian Wei bowed and said: "Exactly!"
He turned around and opened a box and took out a knife.
The dark red blade is only seventy centimeters long, much shorter than the normal Ganshou sword.
The blade edge and spine are specially designed to form a small arc, making this short sword even more majestic.
"Bring me Zhajia."
Dian Wei shouted loudly.
Several guards brought twenty pairs of armor and a simple long case.
"Please, my lord, try the knife."
Cao Cao just looked at the shape of the knife and felt a little moved.
He quickly stood up and walked over to take the Tiangang Sword from Dian Wei. He weighed it in his hand and found that it was just right...
Zha was stacked on top of each other. He stepped forward and slashed with his sword. Cao Cao also learned swordsmanship when he was young, so this sword strike was quite powerful. There was only a click sound, and that day the Gang Dao struck Zha.
On the nail, bite down directly like a knife cutting tofu.
One floor, two floors, three floors...
Sixteen pieces of armor were divided into two by Cao Cao.
The people watching nearby couldn't help but exclaimed in surprise.
Even Xu Chu couldn't help shouting: "What a knife, what a knife!"
"Please give me a test of the sword."
As Dian Wei spoke, he ordered people to open the thirty-five brocade boxes. Guo Jia, Xun You, Xu Chu and others stepped forward one after another and picked out a Tiangang knife from it. The guards kept sending armor, and everyone tried it.
Knife, kept sighing and praising...
Guo Jia's ability to cut off eight pieces of armor was related to his strength.
Xu Chu, on the other hand, chopped off twenty pairs of armor with one strike, his eyes shining brightly.
After testing the knife, everyone checked the knife edge again, only to find that the knife edge was still extremely sharp and without any damage.
"Is this made by Qiwu from the Western Regions?"
Dian Wei laughed but refused to answer.
Xu Chu said: "The sword is a good one, but it is a little short."
Cao Cao held a Tiangang Sword in his hand, turned over and sat back on the bed, unable to put it down.
I have to say that this knife is indeed exquisitely made. It can be seen that the knife maker pays great attention to every detail, even the design of the knife itself is unique. For example, this papaya, such as this arc...
"Jun Ming, what are these two grooves used for?"
What Cao Cao was talking about was the blood groove on the Tiangang Sword.
Dian Wei grinned and said: "Back to my lord, this is called the blood tank. If a knife is inserted into the body, it can accelerate bleeding... It is also a unique design of the Cao family."
"Okay, okay, okay!"
Cao Cao couldn't help but praise him repeatedly.
Xu Chu, standing aside, couldn't help but smile bitterly and shake his head.
"Jun Ming, you are so lucky..."
By this time, Xu Chu had nothing to say. He had to thank Dian Wei in his heart... If the Tiger and Ben troops were equipped with this kind of Tiangang sword during martial arts, I'm afraid that his own children would suffer heavy casualties. Damn it, this Cao
Is Ji still a human? How could he design such a good knife?
It’s just a little shorter!
Dian Wei said: "My Lord, this sword was not made for fighting, but a protective sword and a ceremonial sword."
"oh?"
"Dian Wei feels that there are many brave men under my lord's command.
Sometimes, when you reward an official position, it is not as good as giving a ceremonial sword... For example, Yuan Rang, Miaocai, and Zhong Kang, who have not experienced hundreds of battles? They have great achievements in battle, but they lack glory. Dian Wei thought,
If anyone makes great achievements in the future, the lord can give this sword to him. Each of these swords coincides with the name of the stars in the sky. It is an honor to receive this sword. You see, there are sword inscriptions engraved on the spine of this sword.
"
Cao Cao's heart moved, he picked up the knife and looked at it carefully.
Just now I only paid attention to the quality of the knife, but I didn't pay attention to the engraving of the knife's inscription.
Glory is my life!
The five dark red seals are difficult to spot unless you look carefully. Under the seals, there are the names of stars. The sword in Cao Cao's hand is named Tiankui.
"Okay, okay, okay!" Cao Cao clapped his hands and laughed, the crow's feet at the corners of his eyes twisted together like a blooming chrysanthemum.
"What a great man, what an honor!"
This memory of making knives, such wonderful thoughts...
If Cao Cao was still half-trusting of Cao Ji before, now, he really believed that Cao Ji was the great master of Yin Mo!
As everyone knows, the design of this Tiangang Sword was designed by Cao Peng from the medals of later generations.
However, in the late Eastern Han Dynasty, items such as medals may not be accepted. So Cao Peng thought of the Zhongzheng Sword from the Republic of China!
That is also a kind of honor. At the same time, it gives the sword and can be accepted by the world.
Just looking at the burning eyes of Guo Jiaxun, Xu Chu and others, one can feel how much they yearn for the glory of the Tiangang Sword.
But at this time, Cao Cao will not give it away.
"Come here, put away all the Tiangang knives and pass on the order, order... Bo Quan to keep it properly and take care of it carefully every day without any mistakes."
It is at this moment that the battle between tigers and tigers is decided.
The martial arts performance has not yet begun, but Dian Wei has already received a perfect score in Cao Cao's heart...
"Jun Ming, after fifteen days, Hu and Wei will perform martial arts. I heard that you have done well recently, but you still need to work harder. I will reserve this day for you."
Why Tiangu Dao?
Cao Cao just told Dian Wei: I need you to be a lonely minister, a lonely minister who only needs to be loyal to me!
He didn't know if Dian Wei could understand his thoughts, but he believed that the man who designed the Tiangang Sword and said, 'Honor is my life', could definitely guess it.
Xu Chu and others all looked at Dian Wei with envy.
Guo Jiaxun, Yu Xunyou and others nodded thoughtfully.
Dian Wei, this is going to be developed...
"By the way, in the 15th day of the martial arts performance in Xiyuan, everyone from Cao Cao is also invited to go with us!" Cao Cao stood up, then looked at Xu Chu with a smile, "Zhongkang, you should also be brave."
