Chapter 552 Suspicious Clouds at the Banquet (1/2)
Chapter 552: Suspense at the Banquet (1/2)
"Afu, I'm going back."
"..."
The back garden of Fengchehou Mansion is covered with snow.
A gust of wind blew by, causing snow crystals to fly. Lu Lan nestled in Cao Peng's arms, admiring the snowy scene in the garden with him, when she suddenly spoke sadly.
Cao Peng, shocked.
The arms around Lu Lan's waist subconsciously closed.
After a moment, he whispered: "Do you really want to leave?"
"My roots are in Lu Han after all.
My mother and daughter-in-law also need my care. Now that the imperial court has accepted us, the war with Goguryeo will begin in the spring. At this time, I must go back. Otherwise, Lu Han will be unstable... Ah Fu, when will you go to Nanyang? I heard that there is
The situation is very bad.”
Cao Peng smiled and said, "I have experienced worse things. It's just Nanyang. It's nothing to worry about."
As he spoke, he stretched out his hand to help Lu Lan up and said sternly: "But there is one thing that you must accept. When you return to Lu Han, you can't go into battle in person like you did earlier. Now Uncle Zhou is on Dongling Island.
By forming a navy army, I think it will be easier to communicate in the future.
By the way, it is best to find a good harbor along the coast as soon as possible to facilitate the docking of ships. I have ordered people to notify the heads of the nine major groups in Xuzhou and ask them to send people to the Bohai Sea to contact you. Some things are better than passing through the imperial court.
Solve the problem through these business geeks. Although I am no longer in Haixi, they are not as respectful to me as they were back then. But as long as there is benefit, they will definitely participate. These business geeks can be used, but not
Xin. As for the sense of proportion in this, you must grasp it well."
"Um!"
Lu Lan lowered her head, and her slender white neck drew a soft arc.
Cao Peng suddenly felt reluctant to give up, and subconsciously hugged Lu Lan tightly in his arms...
We have been in Xudu for nearly a month, and the two have been getting along day and night, and their relationship has gradually deepened.
There was already a certain foundation. When Cao Peng was in Haixi, although he didn't take it too seriously, he risked his life to rescue Lu Lan's family from Xiapi, and the farewell at sea made Lu Lan dream about it.
However, both she and he know very well that now is not the time to be together. If you want to stay together for a long time, you still need to be patient. But the pain of separation and lovesickness is ultimately sad.
Cao Peng gently rubbed Lu Lan's head and said, "It's cold outside, please go back to the house."
Lu Lan obeyed and returned to the house with him.
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There is actually just a layer of paper between men and women.
Especially when the husband is affectionate and the concubine is interested, everything will fall into place naturally.
Not long after Lu Lan arrived in Xudu, she had a physical relationship with Cao Peng. Originally, according to Cao Peng's idea, he didn't want her to leave again.
But Lu Lan still insisted on returning to Seoul.
Once this woman became stubborn, no one could persuade her. Even Cao Peng's begging could not change Lu Lan's determination. After all, although Cao Peng was her lover, her mother, daughter-in-law and friends were all in Lu Lan.
Han. Over the years, Gao Shun and Cao Xing have loyally assisted her family to build the foundation of Luhan. Not to mention the soldiers who followed the Lu family to Luhan...
Lu Lan's weak shoulders bear huge pressure.
She is not only a weak woman, but also the hope of the entire Lu Han Kingdom, the famous Lu family tiger.
Cao Peng couldn't change her, and he never thought about changing her...
Now that she has made up her mind, all she needs is support.
Therefore, Cao Peng has sent letters one after another in the past period of time. To Zhou Cang on Dongling Island, to the Nine Guilds in Xiapi, to Su Shuang and others in Hexi... He will do everything he can to support Lu
Han, to share Lu Lan's pressure. Lu Lan did not refuse, but silently felt her lover's care and consideration for her.
Lu's Han Kingdom officially surrendered to the Central Plains, which also indicates that Lu Lan's days in Xudu will not be too long.
After holding the ceremony to worship heaven and enshrine Zen, Lu Lan will also return to Lu Han.
Cao Peng knew that although Lu Han had a firm foothold in Sanhan, Lu Lan did not have many available people around her. All along, she had almost relied on Gao Shun and Cao Xing to conquer the world, and she didn't even have any available advisers around her.
Goguryeo is different from Baekje and Mahan. Historically, Emperor Yang of the Sui Dynasty sent millions of troops to conquer Goguryeo three times without success; and Emperor Taizong of the Tang Dynasty also conducted many conquests, losing troops and generals, and finally won a complete victory. Today's Goguryeo, although far away,
It is not comparable to the Goguryeo three hundred years later. But after all, it occupies most of the Korean Peninsula and is powerful. Gao Shun and Cao Xing are getting older, and it is impossible to rely on them all the time.
Moreover, Lu Han's current form is different from when he first arrived in Sanhan.
At that time, Lu Han and Silla were still on friendly terms. But now, Lu Lan rejected the proposal of the king of Silla, and even went to war with Silla. In this way, while Lu Han was containing Goguryeo, he also had to face
The Silla Kingdom's pincer attack will inevitably increase the pressure.
Therefore, Cao Peng thought about it and ordered people to go to Xingyang to find Pang Ming and Wang Shuang.
Pang De, he wants to take him to Nanyang County, but he can't be dispatched at the moment.
But Pang Ming and Wang Shuang can accompany Lu Lan to the three Koreas to help...
Both Pang Ming and Wang Shuang were brave and good at fighting, especially Wang Shuang, who had been following Cao Peng for a long time and was loyal and could be entrusted with important tasks.
Going with these two people can also alleviate Lu Lan's talent crisis.
It's just that the general is easy to find, but the adviser is hard to find.
It is not easy to find an adviser for Lu Lan who can make suggestions.
Originally, Cao Peng planned to let Li Ru go to Sanhan in a few years after Zhang Liao became the general of the Liao Army. But at present, it seems that it may not be possible for a while. Li Ru secretly went to Chengdu in the middle of the year.
Even if he personally presides over the financial strategy, he won’t be able to take any action.
As for everyone else…
Cao Peng thought about it over and over again, but could not come up with a suitable adviser.
During this period, the counselors of the Three Kingdoms period were either already famous or newly born. Or they were in hostile camps. It was not easy to discover them. Moreover, counselors and military generals were very different. Military generals
They can be scattered in all directions, but most of the advisers come from prominent families and have a strong sense of local affection and family attachment. It is indeed difficult for them to drift overseas.
Therefore, the choice of advisers has great limitations.
First of all, he cannot be a famous person, nor can he come from a noble family...
Secondly, he could not find any other way out in the Central Plains. If he had real talent and practical knowledge, his first choice would be to stay in the Central Plains. Who would be willing to go overseas to that barbaric place?
These two points alone greatly narrowed Cao Peng's options.
Poor scholars have real talents and practical knowledge, but it is difficult to gain a foothold in the Central Plains.
For a moment, Cao Peng couldn't think of anyone who met these conditions.
"Afu, don't be anxious.
This kind of thing can happen but cannot be sought, maybe because the opportunity has not come yet. If the opportunity comes, the candidate will naturally appear, so why should you worry?"
Yes, the opportunity has not come yet.
Pang Ming and Wang Shuang have agreed to go to Luhan.
It was very easy for Wang Shuang. He was Cao Peng's retainer and looked after Cao Peng in everything. Basically, he would do whatever Cao Peng said without having to waste too much time talking. In addition, Wang Shuang also knew that his martial arts skills
Although it is good, it is too difficult to get ahead in the Central Plains. There are many talented people in the Central Plains, and there are many capable people under Cao Peng's account. If he stays in the Central Plains, it will be too difficult to get a chance...especially
Those dignitaries from aristocratic families have so many thoughts on their minds that it’s really hard to guess.
I remember that Cao Peng asked him to return to Xudu to protect Cao Chong.
As a result, Mrs. Huan turned around and drove him back to Cao Mansion...
Although Cao Peng will have plenty of opportunities when he goes to Nanyang, it will also be difficult for Wang Shuang to get ahead.
If you go to Lu Han, you will at least have the official position of a Zhonglang General. Even if this Zhonglang General is very different from the Zhonglang General in the court, at least there will be many opportunities. Besides, it seems that the relationship between the young master and Lu Han
The relationship is very close. If you work for Lu Han, don't you also work for the Young Master? Maybe there will be a chance to return to the Central Plains in the future, and then you can get more opportunities to get ahead.
But Pang Ming...
Cao Peng seriously summoned Pang Ming and did not hide anything. He even called Lu Lan over.
"This is Anping, the leader of Lu's Han Kingdom. I need you to help me go to Lu's Han Kingdom to assist Lingqi's family in their fight against Goguryeo.
Of course, this is a stopgap measure.
The Lord is about to send troops to Liaodong, and Lingqi will be responsible for containing Goguryeo at that time, and only a general can take the responsibility.
Would you like to go on my behalf?"
After Pang Ming thought twice, he agreed.
Although he was highly regarded by Cao Peng, he knew very well that if he went to Nanyang, it would be difficult for him to get the opportunity to lead an army on his own. The situation in Nanyang County was different from that in the northwest, and Cao Peng would definitely be subject to many constraints. Not to mention the people currently stationed in Nanyang County.
Wei Yan, even Dianman and Xu Yi who rushed to Nanyang some time ago, all have extremely profound backgrounds. Under such circumstances, how can he lead an army alone?
On the contrary, if he comes to Lu Han, he will get a lot of opportunities.
In Cao Peng's words, he is a Zhonglang general, it's easy...
A real man should show off his power overseas and establish his career. Now, he has such an opportunity, and he is not completely separated from the Central Plains.
Pang Ming was willing to go to Luhan, which naturally made Cao Peng extremely happy.
He asked people to select 600 strong soldiers from the farms outside Xudu City, and set off together with Pang Ming and Wang Shuang. However, Pang Ming and Wang Shuang had to leave early, and first quietly rushed to Bohai County. After finding Zhang Liao,
He hid through Zhang Liao's relationship. When the Lu Han delegation arrived at the Bohai Sea, Pang Ming and others accompanied him. Having these two people in Lu Han would at least give the Lu family more protection.
Cao Peng told Gao Shun about this, and Gao Shun was naturally very happy.
He is indeed old!
If we continue to fight for another ten or twenty years, I'm afraid we won't be able to continue the war.
If he is unable to continue fighting, who can take his place? The emergence of Pang Ming and Wang Shuang will undoubtedly greatly relieve Gao Shun's pressure.
It's just a matter of masterminding, but it has never been solved.
Even Cao Peng himself is facing the same trouble, so how can he help Lu Lan?
If Cao Peng hadn't recruited Du Ji before, he might have recommended Du Ji to Lu Lan. But now... I guess Du Ji might not agree.
Not to mention Lu Yu, the son of the famous Lu Zhonglang, even if Cao Peng did not recruit him, someone else would. How could he leave the Central Plains and go to Three Koreas? It is impossible for Deng Zhi! He is also arrogant.
Such people will definitely not go to Lu Han to serve.
Trouble, really trouble!
Cao Peng patted his forehead, but couldn't think of a suitable candidate.
Although Lu Lan told him not to worry too much.
But Cao Peng still hopes to share some of the pressure for Lu Lan...
Maybe, the opportunity really hasn’t come yet?
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On October 22nd of the 11th year of Jian'an, the Emperor of the Han Dynasty ordered the minister Xun Yu to lead the civil and military ministers to Mount Song to offer sacrifices to Heaven and Fengchan.
Then, he met with Gao Shun in the imperial city and formally recognized the status of Lu's Han Dynasty in the Three Han Dynasty.
The Han Emperor originally planned to take this opportunity to communicate with Lu's Han Kingdom. However, he was stopped by Cao Cao. That night, Cao Cao held a banquet in Sikong Mansion to entertain Gao Shun and others.
As the official translator of Dahonglu, Cao Peng had to attend at this time.
At night, Sikong Mansion was decorated with lanterns and colorful decorations, making it extremely lively.
Most of the civil and military officials attended the banquet, except for the officials who were taken away by Xun Yu to go to Mount Song for the Zen ceremony.
Cao Cao was very happy. After some twists and turns, he finally completed the surrender of the Lu family to the Han Dynasty.
This can be regarded as opening up territory and expanding the territory!
At the banquet, Cao Cao repeatedly encouraged people to drink.
At this time, Gao Shun also broke the precept and drank several drinks...
"Gao Sima, I didn't expect that one day we would be able to sit together at the same table. It's really touching."
Gao Shunze said: "It is all thanks to Sikong's care that the small country was able to successfully surrender this time. We have been drifting overseas and missed our hometown for a long time. Now that we can return to the Central Plains, it has been a blessing for three lifetimes. Sikong, I have grudges in the past, please treat me with kindness.
The leader of this country is willing to cancel everything with Sikong. From now on, there will only be three Han Lu and Han, and there will no longer be the Lu family."
Cao Cao was startled, then laughed and said, "That's right, write it off with one stroke."
Gao Shun's words undoubtedly showed their attitude.
The grievances between Cao Cao and Lu Bu will no longer matter. I, the Lu family, are willing to stay in the three Koreas forever and respect the etiquette of the clan.
Cao Cao was relieved of his worries.
"I still remember the demeanor of Marquis Wen in the past.
Speaking of which, I also made friends with Marquis Wen, but it's a pity that fate plays tricks on people. In the end... After meeting my old friend now, he can show his power outside the territory. I am very relieved. I am very relieved. Come, Gao Sima, let's have a drink together.
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The two drank another glass of wine and smiled at each other.
Cao Peng stood aside and watched silently.
I also secretly lamented in my heart that things in this world are really unpredictable.
Suddenly, a group of maids walked in from outside, holding wine bottles and came forward to pour wine.
Cao Peng didn't pay much attention at all, he just glanced wide. However, he didn't expect that a cold light suddenly flashed in his eyes.
Gao Shun and Cao Cao smiled, raised their glasses and were about to eat, when Cao Peng suddenly shouted, "Gao Sima, wait a minute."
Gao Shun was startled and looked at Cao Peng in astonishment. Cao Cao frowned, looked at Cao Peng and asked, "Youxue, why did you step forward to stop him?"
Cao Peng ignored him, pointed at a maid, and said sternly: "Come here."
"Sir, what are your orders?"
Cao Peng turned around and bowed to Cao Cao and Gao Shun, "Please forgive me, my lord and Gao Sima."
Then, he stepped forward and grabbed the beautiful maid's arm, snatched the wine bottle from her hand, put it under his nose and smelled it, and then said with a serious smile: "Girl, please drink this wine."
