Wei Yan and Xia Houlan guessed some clues, and their expressions suddenly changed.
Cough cough cough…
Cao Peng coughed violently, and a sickly blush appeared on his pale face. After sitting for a while and talking for a while, he felt tired like never before. So he changed his position and put his head on the pillow.
On the pillars, hang your back in the air.
"Big Black Man, I heard what you just said. Xiahou also said that he spent the whole night fighting on the west bank and tried several times to attack the Yushui defense line, but failed. What does this mean? Zhang Boluan is already under control.
The situation in Wancheng! Maybe you will think that Cao Guild will counterattack. But let me tell you, Cao Guild will counterattack, but it will never be now. Nanyang is powerful and will definitely not sit back and watch Cao Gong continue to attack Wancheng... If it is said that earlier
They were afraid of Duke Cao because of his power, so they surrendered without a fight. Now, Zhang Boluan has set the best example for them. If Duke Cao continues to conquer Nanyang, it will be a hundred times more difficult than before."
Dian Wei's dark cheeks twitched a few times, but he said nothing.
Xia Houlan remained silent and just listened quietly.
Before, he might have thought that Cao Peng and Dian Wei were related, and might even be members of Cao Cao's tribe, so he was afraid. But fear was fear, and it was impossible to say that he respected Cao Peng. But now, Xia Houlan already knew that Cao Peng and Dian Wei
Wei is not related.
But in my heart, I felt a little more respect for no reason...
This little doll is not simple!
Wei Yan would not speak even more, because he knew that Cao Peng had a strong view of the overall situation.
"If Nanyang is just a powerful force, Duke Cao will fight. The problem is that there are many princes in the north, how can others allow Duke Cao to do anything?"
Dian Wei showed a solemn expression, "You mean..."
"Yuan Shu from Huainan, Yuan Shao from Hebei, and Liu Biao from Jingzhou...especially Liu Biao will definitely not sit back and watch Wancheng be lost. In that case, the gate of Jingxiang will be opened, and Jingzhou will be threatened. Cao Gong welcomes the emperor and takes the name of righteousness.
, has been feared by others. If Cao Gong forces a conquest at this time, he will definitely be hostile to others. Liu Biao is also a clan member of the Han Dynasty after all, so he can join forces with Yuan Shu, Yuan Shao, and even Xuzhou Lu Bu. In order to avoid being surrounded by enemies on all sides, Cao Gong can only
To retreat is the only way to retreat."
Cao Peng talked eloquently.
He was leaning against the corridor pillar, his thin body and pale cheeks, but at this moment he exuded an aura that was not to be underestimated.
Dian Wei said seriously for the first time: "Ah Fu, what is the dilemma you just mentioned?"
"Now Zhang Boluan is sticking to Yushui to defend against Duke Cao. But once Duke Cao evacuates, Zhang Boluan's next step will definitely be to suppress the rebels under the Qing Dynasty. By then, the wealthy families from all over Nanyang will cooperate with them. Big black guy, what do you think?
, what should we do to escape from this dragnet?"
Cao Peng's words made Dian Wei change his face.
He nodded gently, but he couldn't help but feel a little worried...
Fight and kill!
Dian Wei has never been afraid. But this does not mean that he can fight all the way back to Xudu from Nanyang. Even though he is tall and thick, he is not a fool. After hearing Cao Peng's remarks, Dian Wei couldn't help but become nervous.
.
"Afu, what do you think we should do?"
Cao Peng coughed again and said with a wry smile: "I wish I knew what to do... The most urgent task is to escape from Wancheng's rule before Liu Biao and Zhang Xiu have restored their relationship. This is the only thing I can think of
, how to jump out, you can discuss it yourself.
Anyway, after I recover a little, I want to go home to see my parents. I really can’t think of a good idea on what you should do..."
Dian and Wei were all silent!
Cao Peng was indeed a little scared, because he knew that Zhang Xiu was not scary. What was scary was the other person behind Zhang Xiu: Jia Xu!
Zhang Xiu's rebellion this time was probably the work of Jia Xu.
Just by looking at his attacks one after another, Cao Peng could understand how terrifying Jia Xu was.
In short, he doesn't want to be an enemy of Jia Xu at all...
"I'm hungry!" Cao Peng said.
"Eat first, eat first... Only when your stomach is full can you plan mentally."
Dian Wei hurriedly greeted loudly, and Xiahoulan and Wei Yan took action. Wei Yan tore off a rabbit leg, and Xiahoulan brought Cao Peng a bowl of rabbit bone soup. There were mixed flour pancakes in it, and the meat was fragrant. Cao Peng was not polite and wolfed it down.
He ate a rabbit leg and drank two bowls of soup with bones and noodles. His empty stomach suddenly became comfortable. Cao Peng had been talking for a while and felt very tired, so he lay down on the haystack.
He closed his eyes and rested. At the same time, he silently practiced the Twelve-Duan Jin Jing Gong on Bai Yuantong's back. Although it could not be used with the Bazi Mantra, for his physical condition, the Twelve-Duan Jin Jing Gong was undoubtedly the most suitable.
"Dian Xiaowei, what should we do?"
Xia Houlan drank a bowl of soup and couldn't help asking.
Dian Wei scratched his head, but couldn't think of a good way... It was okay to let him use his hands, but it was really difficult for him to use his brain.
"Chang Wen, what did you say?"
Wei Yan also scratched his head and said softly: "To the north of Wancheng, there are Nan'e County and Dongwu Pavilion. All the way north from Wancheng, the Yushui River is very wide. Now that the spring flood is coming, the river is bound to be turbulent. Only
Crossing the river from Dongwuting can lead directly to Pheasant County. Judging from the current situation, this is the most convenient way. I remember Pheasant County also surrendered to Cao Gong. If we go this way, it will take about two days."
"Then let's go to Dongwu Pavilion!"
"But the question is, if what Ah Fu just said is true, let's not talk about whether Zhang Boluan will encounter Zhang Boluan's troops along the way to Dongwu Pavilion, but Dongwu Pavilion and Zhang Boluan will definitely be heavily guarded. Moreover, Pheasant County
Will there be a rebellion by the local wealthy families over there, as Ah Fu said... If this happens, if we go to Dongwu Pavilion, we will die." Wei Yan looked at Dian Wei and said softly.
When Dian Wei heard this, he also frowned.
Xia Houlan couldn't help but said: "Maybe... Mr. Cao is just guessing? Maybe Zhang Boluan did not station troops in Dongwu Pavilion?"
Wei Yan sneered: "You don't understand Ah Fu,
He is different from ordinary children. His brother-in-law Deng Ji and Deng Jie once said to me before his death: Ah Fu's overall situation is unparalleled. If he is not sure, he will never say it easily. But since he said it, nine times out of ten,
What he said will happen. On this point, I believe him!"
There was an expression on his face that said, "You don't understand, stop talking." Xia Houlan choked and didn't know how to speak.
Xia Houlan still wanted to argue, so she heard Dian Wei say: "I haven't been in contact with Ah Fu for a long time, but I can feel that he is different from ordinary children."
Dian Wei gently rubbed his temples, raised his head suddenly and said, "I believe Ah Fu."
Even Dian Wei said this, Xia Houlan could only keep his mouth shut even if he had some opinions.
Wei Yan said: "There is another way, which is to go south."
"oh?"
"We have passed under Liu Biao's rule and can return to Cao Gong.
But the current situation is that Zhang Boluan is very likely to block the north-south artery. He will not relax his vigilance before re-alliing with Liu Biao.
Therefore, it is not possible to go south directly..."
Xia Houlan was anxious, "If we can't go south, we can't go north, why should we go west?"
To the west of Wancheng, it was purely under the rule of Zhang Xiu.
Wei Yan thought for a moment and said, "It would be a good idea to go west."
"how do I say this?"
Wei Yan took a sip of the soup and said seriously: "Cao Gong and Zhang Boluan are currently concentrated along the Yushui River. In fact, going west, although it is Zhang Xiu's territory, it has not been affected by the war. Its defense must be much relaxed."
As he spoke, he picked up his dagger and quickly drew a crude map on the ground.
"Look, here is Wancheng, here is Yushui. Going north is Dongwu Pavilion, going south is Jiyang... I suggest that we go west. We can reach Tuanshui in about a day. Then we go west.
We go south along the Turbulent River and bypass Rang County, which is Anzhong. When we get to Anzhong, we will be under the rule of Liu Biao. There will definitely be no defense here. We cross the Jishui River from Anzhong, go east along the Bi River, and pass Queshan Mountain.
That’s Runan County. Runan County is under the rule of Duke Cao. When we get to Runan, won’t we become safer?”
When Dian Wei heard this, he couldn't help but feel excited.
"How long will it take to walk like this?"
"If we ride horses, following this route, it will take us about three to five days to get to Anzhong. It will take another three to five days to get from Anzhong to Queshan. As for how long it will take to get from Queshan to Langling, I can't say for sure.
Yes. I have only been to Queshan before, never to Runan."
"That is to say, it will take at least ten days!"
Dian Wei said, looking thoughtful.
Seeing that Dian Wei was hesitant, Wei Yan rolled his eyes and thought of it.
"General Dian, let's talk outside."
Dian Wei agreed, stood up and turned to look at Cao Peng, who was lying on the haystack and had fallen asleep.
"Xiahou, take care of Ah Fu."
As he spoke, he took big steps and walked out with Wei Yan.
Standing in the empty village, Dian Wei asked: "Chang Wen, if you have anything to say, just say it."
"What does General Dian think of Ah Fu?"
Dian Wei was startled, then thought for a moment and replied, "Afu is very good."
"Ah Fu is a bit young now, but he will definitely be able to do great things in the future. Wouldn't General Dian not want to introduce such a person to Duke Cao?"
"Of course I do, but he wants to go home!"
"General Dian, if we go to Anzhong, we will definitely pass by Jiyang. I will convince Ah Fu soon and let's go together. When we get to Jiyang, we will take Ah Fu's parents away with him. Ah Fu is a filial son.
He will definitely be willing to defect to Duke Cao with us."
When Dian Wei heard this, he couldn't help but be overjoyed.
"That's a good idea."
Wei Yan said: "Afu is young but mature. I heard from Deng Jiechong that he often praised Cao Gong... It's a pity that Deng Jiechong... is also a talented man and an honest person. Although he and
I only worked as a helper for two or three people, but it made me very frustrated.
If it weren’t for Huang She…”
Wei Yan couldn't help but grit his teeth as he spoke.
Even Dian Wei couldn't help showing a pityful expression, "According to what the editor said, in the future, Deng Ji will be able to serve as Mao Xiaoxian no matter how bad things happen."
Mao Xiaoxian, named Mao Jie, was from Pingqiu, Chenliu, and could also be regarded as a fellow villager of Dianwei.
When he was young, he served as a county official and was famous for his integrity and justice. When Cao Cao was the shepherd of Yanzhou, he recruited Mao Jie to serve as a governor. Mao Jie offered advice to Cao Cao at that time and said: Today the world is divided, the emperor has moved to other places, and the people have given up their own business.
.The country does not have a year's food reserves, and the people have no idea of living in their own jobs. Such a situation cannot last long... To achieve great things, long-term planning must be established and a foundation must be laid. In wars, a righteous army will definitely win, and to maintain its status depends on
The other is financial resources. Therefore, you should respect the emperor and order the local princes in his name to develop agriculture and accumulate supplies. Only in this way can we succeed."
During the Three Kingdoms period, there was often a saying of holding the emperor hostage to order the princes.
In fact, before and after Jian'an, many knowledgeable people saw this.
Mao Jie was the first person in Cao Cao's camp to propose serving the emperor as an order to the princes. At the same time, it was precisely because of his suggestion that Cao Cao decided to farm.
Dian Wei and Mao Jie were familiar with each other, but now they compare Deng Ji and Mao Jie. If Deng Ji knew about it, he would definitely be frightened.
After pondering for a moment, Dian Wei made up his mind, "Just as the article chief said, let's go with Ah Fu and pick up his parents when the time comes, and we will go to Xudu together."
