Just when Liu Bei began to feel great pressure for Cao Peng's arrival, the whole of Nanyang and even Jingzhou were talking about this name.
As the New Year approaches, Xiangyang is experiencing a heavy snowfall.
Liu Biao leaned on the bed and asked doubtfully: "Why did Meng De let the child take charge of his own affairs?"
There was all kinds of disdain in his words.
But Kuai Yue, Kuai Liang, Cai Mao, Zhang Yun, Yi Ji Li Gui and others beside the bed knew that Liu Biao was not sincere. In fact, Liu Biao did feel pity! This Cao Peng should have been his subordinate! But it didn't happen.
Wanting to be forced away by Huang She, he went to Xudu.
Back then, how could Liu Biao not have heard about Huang She's Nine Girls in the City forcing Cao Peng to rebel?
He can still remember that Pang Ji brothers ran to the state house and questioned angrily, leaving Liu Biao speechless. But Liu Biao didn't care at that time. One was an insignificant commoner, and the other was a descendant of the Huang family in Jiangxia.
It is natural to know at a glance which of Huang Zu's sons are near and which are far away. Although Pang Ji brothers were dissatisfied with this, they only questioned him and said nothing further.
Because they know that there is no way this matter will come to fruition.
In the end, Pang Ji's army was strong, and Pang Degong went to Lumen Mountain to live in seclusion and never bothered about worldly affairs again.
This matter gradually calmed down.
It was not until two years later, when Cao Peng became famous for an inscription on a humble house in Dongling Pavilion, that it attracted Liu Biao's attention.
Liu Biao had an inexplicable fondness for people with literary talent. He himself was one of the Eight Gus at that time, and was even called the Eight Talents of Jiangxia in Jingzhou. In governing Jingxiang, except for the early harsh iron-blooded rule, he was basically
Rule by writing. When he read the inscription on the humble house, he couldn't help but praise him repeatedly. However, when he asked the people around him where Cao Peng came from, he immediately forgot about it...
Later, Cao Peng wrote an 800-character essay, hoping that his father would become a dragon, which was a favorite story at the time.
Liu Biao once again became interested in Cao Peng, and once said to people around him privately: It's a pity that I have great talents, but they can't be used by me...
It was then that he began to regret it.
After writing the 800-character essay, Cao Peng was out of control.
The Three-Character Classic, with two articles from Di Zigui, was published and was named Cao Sanpian.
If Liu Biao were placed in later generations, he would definitely be a model for that kind of literary youth. After reading the Three Character Classic, I couldn't help but sigh and felt deeply regretful.
That was also the first time Liu Biao expressed dissatisfaction with Huang Zu.
Of course, Huang Zu was already dead at that time!
Everyone around the couch responded with silence.
Is Cao Peng really a "kid"? If so, it would be impossible for him to destroy Ma Teng in the northwest, conquer the Qiang and Hu, and seize the entire Liangzhou for Cao Cao.
"How is Xuande doing now?"
"Uncle Liu Huang is in charge of Wancheng and is preparing troops and horses.
If Cao Peng's son comes, he may not be able to get any benefits...Father, there is no need to worry, Xiahou Dun is no match for Duke Xuande, and neither is Cao Peng."
The speaker was Liu Biao's son, Liu Pan.
"Big Stone, this is wrong."
Big Stone is Liu Pan’s nickname.
Cai Mao sneered and said: "I heard people say that Xiahou Yuanrang has a strong temper, but Cao Youxue is good at striking from behind. This man is by no means comparable to Xiahou Dun. What's more, he is originally from Nanyang County, so he has a great advantage over Xiahou Dun.
It is more worthy of the attention of local powerful people.
Liu Bei can defeat Xiahou Dun, but he may not be a match for Cao Peng."
Liu Pan is Liu Biao's subordinate, but he is the staunch eldest son. The so-called eldest son is Liu Qi. The relationship between Liu Pan and Liu Qi is far beyond that of Liu Cong. He is also an old member of Shanyang, and he holds military power and goes out to control Changsha.
.In terms of power, he may not be inferior to Cai Mao and others.
Liu Pan said coldly: "The general's intention is to capture him without mercy?"
"I……"
"Degui, Boulder, don't argue.
Xuande's stationing in Nanyang is not without benefits. At least he can hold the door for Jingzhou. It is not clear whether he is Cao Peng's opponent, but I think Xuande will definitely be tested. However, relying on Xuande alone will inevitably have some power.
Shan Ligu...where is Hu'er?"
"My nephew is here!"
Behind Liu Pan stood a man in his thirties, nearly nine feet tall, with broad shoulders and a round waist, and a powerful body.
This man's name is Liu Hu, and he is Liu Biao's nephew. He is also an old member of Shanyang, but although he is close to Yi Ji and others, he is more loyal to Liu Biao. Liu Hu is a fierce general! He was stationed in Wuling in his early years, and worked with Wu
Ximan fought many times; later he went to Jiangxia and fought with Sun Ce. He was also a rare brave general under Liu Biao. Liu Biao once praised: The lions of Jiangdong are no match for our tigers.
Previously, Liu Hu left the town of Jiangling and took control of the entire supply of food and supplies in Jingxiang.
Liu Biao said: "Would Juyan be willing to garrison Zhangling?"
Zhangling is located east of Xinye, separated from Huyang by Xiangxiang County. It is also the gateway to Jingzhou and has an extremely important position.
This place needs to be guarded by trusted people.
On the one hand, it can assist Liu Bei and contain Cao Jun's troops in Huyang; on the other hand, it can control Liu Bei and prevent Liu Bei from becoming big in Nanyang.
Liu Hu stepped in and answered: "My nephew is at my uncle's disposal."
"Wende!"
"The end will be here."
"You will sit in Chaoyang, and the giant rock will be in Zhangling. Please take care of it."
Wende, named Li Gui, was Liu Biao's secretariat. The so-called secretariat was a staff member without real power, similar to the staff function in later generations. However, Li Gui was equally loyal to Liu Biao, so Liu Biao appointed him as Chaoyang Guard. His purpose was as follows:
Liu Hu's departure from the town of Zhangling is quite similar.
Li Gui thought for a while and said: "I would like to go to Chaoyang...but I still hope that I can ask Mr. Pan for someone. Is that possible?"
Liu Pan immediately showed a vigilant look.
"Wende, who do you want?
Let me say it first, if you ask for Shuping, I will definitely not agree."
Shuping, named Wang Wei, was worshiped as General Pi, and was also a very capable general under Liu Biao. However, Wang Wei was from Jingxiang, so he belonged to Liu Cong's lineage. But this man was indeed very capable, Liu Pan
After leaving Changsha, he didn't want to have too much trouble with the Jingxiang family, so he asked Wang Wei to work under him.
Li Gui couldn't help but laugh, "Master Pan, don't be nervous, I know you respect Wang Shuping and don't want to ask for it.
The person I want to borrow from you is Huang Hansheng. But I don’t know if you can part with me?"
Liu Pan couldn’t help but hesitate!
The Huang Hansheng mentioned by Li Gui was named Huang Zhong, from Nanyang County. This man was extremely brave. He once guarded You County with Liu Pan, and invaded Ai and other counties in Xi'an. Later, Sun Ce had to divide Haihun and Jianchang.
He was responsible for six counties on the left and right, and ordered Tai Shici to be the captain of Jianchang, so he could resist Liu Pan and others. This person was also valued by Liu Pan, but he was older, so in comparison, Liu Pan paid more attention to Wang Wei
.
However, Huang Zhong had the courage to be unstoppable, so he was still reluctant to lend it out.
But now that Li Gui had spoken, and he had previously said that everyone except Wang Wei could be seconded, it was hard to go back on his words.
"It's okay to borrow Han's money to promote your virtue, but you can't wrong him."
Li Gui smiled and said: "Don't worry, Jushi. I know Han Sheng's bravery very well. If Mr. Pan is willing to lend it to me, then I will ask the lord for the position of general again. I wonder if the lord can agree?"
Liu Biao smiled and agreed.
However, no one except Kuai Yue noticed that a look of displeasure flashed across Liu Hu's face.
Liu Hu was only General Pi, but now an old soldier was of the same rank as him? This made Liu Hu feel very unhappy and even felt humiliated.
Kuai Yue sighed secretly in his heart and did not speak.
After some discussion, Liu Biao felt very tired, so he asked everyone to leave.
After Kuai Yue and Kuai Liang walked out of the state gate, Kuai Liang was about to board the carriage when he heard Kuai Yue say: "Zirou, are you willing to ride with me in the carriage?"
Kuai Liang was startled and said with a smile: "Since I invite you, brother, how dare you disrespect me?"
After that, he motioned to his retainers and drove the carriages and horses to follow him. Then he boarded Kuai Yue's carriage, sat down in the carriage, and stretched out for a while.
"Brother, your car is indeed luxurious."
The more luxurious the Kuai, this is something everyone in Jingxiang knows.
After hearing Kuai Liang's sigh, Kuai Yue smiled and said, "If Zirou likes it, I will give it to Zirou later."
"Then I'll be disrespectful."
The two brothers have a very good relationship and there is no politeness between them.
Kuai Liang asked: "Brother is looking for me, but you have something to say?"
Kuai Yue pondered for a moment and then said: "Zi Rou, do you think Duke Cao has a profound meaning in appointing Cao Youxue to be the governor of Nanyang?"
Kuai Liang opened the curtains of the car window, looked outside, and said softly: "I also know something about Cao Youxue. When Kuai Zheng was the order of Jiyang, he wrote a letter saying that Cao Youxue should not be lightly despised. It's just that
No one expected that later... Huang Jiazi made a mistake, causing us to lose our talents. Looking at Cao Gong's actions, every step has deep meaning. He ordered Cao Peng to leave Nanyang, probably for future planning. The battle of Hebei is imminent.
, Yuan's son is definitely no match for Duke Cao. When Duke Cao comes to the north, he will send troops to conquer Jingxiang."
"Cao Peng, can you stabilize Nanyang?"
"It's hard to say...but Mr. Cao has always been cautious when employing people.
Even Xiahou Dun was no match for Liu Xuande, but Duke Cao appointed Cao Peng as the governor of Nanyang County, presumably because he believed that Cao Peng could defeat Liu Bei."
"Liu Xuande, are you a jackal?
If he secures Nanyang, I'm afraid Jingzhou will not be safe."
Kuai Liang deeply agreed and nodded silently...
"I noticed today that Mr. Juyan seemed unhappy when Li Wende recommended Huang Hansheng.
I thought that Huang Han was promoted to an old soldier and was on the same level as Mr. Juyan. I wanted to dissuade him just now, but the lord seemed to have made up his mind. If my guess is correct, if Jing Xiang makes a mistake, Zhang Ling will definitely be a flaw. Liu Bei may not be able to stop him.
Cao Peng, you and I need to find a way out for our people."
Kuai Yue said softly, causing Kuai Liang's expression to change.
"Then in my brother's opinion, what should we do?"
"Tomorrow, you will go to Lumen Mountain. No matter what, you will see Mr. De.
He said that his former disciple had returned to Nanyang. If he couldn't bear the loss of life in Jingxiang, he would ask Duke De to come out and speak to his disciples on his behalf."
Many people know that Pang Degong wanted to accept Cao Peng as his disciple.
Later, after Cao Peng became famous, Pang Degong expressed his pity in front of everyone more than once. However, no one expected that Cao Peng would become Hu Zhao's disciple again. This was also one of the reasons why Pang Degong felt frustrated. After that, Huang Chengyan
He went to Xudu and never returned, and Pang Ji died of illness, which finally made Pang Degong escape to Lumen Mountain and never come out. Except for a few people, no one knows his whereabouts.
It just so happens that Kuai Liang is one of those few people.
"Besides, Cao Youxue has just arrived in Nanyang... You ask Kuai Zheng to visit Wuyin to find out Cao Youxue's tone of voice.
I remember that Ziyang is currently idle at home, so I would like to add him to an official position and make a trip for you and me. What would Zirou think?"
