After Mrs. Cai finished speaking, she looked at Cao Peng, waiting for his answer.
Can you represent Cao Cao?
If you cannot represent Cao Cao, there is no need to continue the negotiation. What I need is someone who can truly make the decision to negotiate with me.
Cao Peng also fell silent!
Can he represent Cao Cao?
In this world, Cao Cao is unique. Even people like Xun Yu and Guo Jia, who are trusted by Cao Cao and are regarded as confidants, would not dare to make such a statement easily. If he agreed, it would be equivalent to gambling with his own wealth.
.Once Cao Cao disapproves, then...
But if negotiations with Cai cannot be successful quickly, there will be changes.
Cao Peng did not have many soldiers and horses, and most of the main forces were concentrated in Nanyang. The purpose of his coming to Xiangyang was to quickly capture Jingzhou, and then eliminate Liu Bei and lay the foundation for Cao Cao's southern expedition. But now, Mrs. Cai wants him to make a promise
, which really gave him a headache.
Even if Cao Cao trusted him again, Cao Peng was Cao Peng and Cao Cao was Cao Cao, he could never replace Cao Cao.
But the problem is, the opportunity cannot be missed, and it will never come back.
Now is the best time to eliminate Liu Bei. If he cannot be eliminated now, if Liu Bei escapes to Jiangxia, he will definitely join forces with Sun Wu. By then, it will be extremely difficult to eliminate Liu Bei. To be honest,
Cao Peng did not want a three-legged situation to arise. It would mean continuous wars for hundreds of years and a great loss of the Han family's vitality, which was not the result he wanted to see.
After pondering for a long time, Cao Peng gritted his teeth and said in a deep voice: "Husband, please give me a try. I need to know the content before I can make a decision."
Mrs. Cai immediately laughed!
If Cao Peng took over everything, she would definitely walk away.
Now, what Cao Peng said is not particularly certain, but it reflects his character and can be trusted.
So, Mrs. Cai said softly: "Firstly, my son and I offer Jingzhou to protect my son's wealth and future. I can even leave Jingzhou, but I must do it in a dignified way... Mr. Cao, if my son offers it,
If you come out of Jingxiang, the prime minister can get it without any effort, so this request is not too much."
Want a decent way?
This is by no means a stupid woman, she knows exactly what she needs.
The so-called dignity means that it cannot be lower than the current status... Liu Cong is about to take over Jingxiang and become the pastor of Jingzhou. If Cao Cao wants to take over the nine counties of Jingxiang without any blood, he cannot be lower than the status of the pastor of Jingzhou. Of course.
, this does not mean that Liu Cong must obtain any real power, but that he needs a guarantee. Giving up Jingxiang and settling elsewhere is actually cooperating with Cao Cao to eliminate Liu Biao's influence in Jingxiang, making Cao Cao completely relieved. If Cai's mother and son are together
If you insist on staying in Jingzhou, you are violating Cao Cao's taboo...
Cao Peng thought for a while, "What about the second request?"
"Secondly, I belong to the Cai family and have lived in Xiangyang for a long time, so I can be considered a famous family.
However, if the Prime Minister takes Jingxiang, there will be turmoil. The Cai family must not be affected. I wonder if the Prime Minister can guarantee the future of my Cai family?"
The ancients valued family, country and world.
This family always puts itself before the country.
Cai is worthy of being the daughter of Cai. After settling her and her son's future, she began to plan for the family.
This request is not too much.
The Cai family's status in Jingzhou is indeed very high, even far surpassing the influence of the Kuai family. Among the four major families, the Cai family is the leader. Regardless of Jiangxia Huang, Zhonglu Kuai, or Lumen Pang, they are incomparable. It's just that this emperor
As a courtier, if Cao Cao comes, can he guarantee Cai's status?
Cao Peng fell into deep thought!
These two requirements are reasonable and not excessive.
The key is to see what kind of attitude Cao Cao has...
Cai Shi, Cai Shi!
After thinking for a long time, Cao Peng gritted his teeth and said in a deep voice: "No one can guarantee the future of the Cai family. It still depends on the ability of the Cai family. I can guarantee on behalf of the Prime Minister that if my wife sacrifices the nine counties of Jingxiang, she will never
We will target the Cai family, let alone suppress them.
I dare not say anything else. If the Cai family has many talented people, it will definitely become a wealthy family in Jingxiang.
But if it is... I can only do my best to ensure that the Cai family's property is protected from the prying eyes of others, and that you, the Cai family, will be rich for the next three generations."
As the saying goes, wealth cannot last more than three generations, and poverty cannot last more than three generations.
If you, Mr. Cai, are promising, you can naturally develop; but if you, Mr. Cai, do not have that ability, I can only try my best to allow you, Mr. Cai, to maintain your current wealth, and the rest cannot be guaranteed. But I can say that I will not deliberately suppress your family, Mr. Cai.
What the future will look like depends on your own ability.
Cao Peng has done his best to make such a guarantee!
A smile flashed across Mrs. Cai's face and she nodded gently.
As long as there is such a guarantee from Cao Peng, it is enough! The Cai family is not that kind of upstart, nor can it be compared with a small family. Its foundation is profound and extraordinary. As long as it is not deliberately suppressed, it is enough to maintain the current situation. As a person
As a member of the Cai family, Mrs. Cai has the arrogance of being a descendant of a high-ranking family. She believes that with the Cai family's heritage, she does not need to worry about the lack of talents. If such a day comes, it is not Mrs. Cai who can save her. As a child of the Cai family, she is
Mr. Cai has put in a lot of effort, that’s enough!
"As for Mr. Cong's future, it is up to the Prime Minister to decide.
I believe that the Prime Minister will not treat the Madam and the Young Master badly... Peng can guarantee that he will speak on his behalf in front of the Prime Minister. I dare not say anything else, but the title of Marquis of Guannei will definitely be missing... If the Madam is willing, she can bring a cong.
The young master went to Gaoping to settle down. Liu Jingzhou’s ancestral home was in Gaoping. Although he argued with the prime minister, the prime minister did not destroy Liu Jingzhou’s family property at all. I just don’t know what my wife and Mr. Cong will choose.”
Return to Gaoping County?
Mrs. Cai frowned and fell into deep thought.
Cao Peng continued: "These two are still negotiable, but I don't know about Madam's third request, so what?"
Mrs. Cai's first two requests are not excessive to be honest.
The key, then, must be the third request. Cao Peng doesn't know what will happen to Mrs. Cai's third request. If it is too excessive, it may be inappropriate and Cao Cao will be suspicious of it. You can listen to it first. If it is true,
It's too much, Cao Peng could use some persuasion.
"The third one..."
Mrs. Cai's eyes flashed with brilliance, she suddenly stood up and walked to Cao Peng's side.
The faint fragrance blew over her, but Cao Peng couldn't help but feel his heart skip a beat. He raised his head nervously and looked at Mrs. Cai with some doubts.
"I have heard for a long time that the young master is a famous scholar today, and that he is a disciple of Xiaopang Shangshu and Wolong Kongming.
The inscription on the humble room, "Ai Lian Shuo", is sung by the world, and the three Mongolian texts are even more important to the world... Cong'er was young and at the time when he was studying. When his late husband was still alive, he often read the "Disciple Regulations" written by the master.
He taught me, and even sighed that if Cong'er received the teachings of the young master, he would definitely become a great person... Now that her deceased husband has passed away, Cong'er has no one to teach her. I boldly request that the young master teach me on my behalf. Firstly, Cong'er can be taught by a famous teacher. Secondly, Cong'er can be taught by a famous teacher.
Coming here can also make my deceased husband feel at ease. I hope that the young master will not refuse this third request. I wonder if the young master can agree to it?"
While talking, Mrs. Cai bowed her head.
That pretty figure, as she bowed, outlined a wonderful and alluring arc, fully revealing her soft lines.
The distance between the two was so close that Cao Peng could even feel the temperature of Mrs. Cai's body.
Although she could not touch it with her own hands, she could feel the warm and fragrant soft jade. Under her slender and white neck, the collar was slightly loosened. Her bow made Cao Peng see the two ravines of soft jade...
Cao Peng's breathing suddenly became rapid. He quickly looked at his eyes and nose, his nose and mouth, and his mouth and heart. He tried to calm himself down. After a while, he said in a deep voice: "Peng is not ashamed of Mr. Jing Sheng's ridiculous praise.
I dare to take it. However, the dead are gods. Since Mr. Jing Sheng has this idea, I will not refuse. I just hope that I will not let my son down or disappoint my wife."
I originally thought that Mrs. Cai would make some excessive demands, but I didn't know that she was asking Cao Peng to accept Liu Cong as his student...
This problem is not a big one, not to mention that Mrs. Cai brought Liu Biao out to explain the matter, making it impossible for Cao Peng to refuse her request.
Cao Peng could roughly guess what Mrs. Cai was thinking.
Just a title and a family property are not enough to guarantee it!
This thing, whether it exists or not, is just a word from Cao Cao and does not count at all. The best way is to tie Cao Peng and Cai together, or in other words, let Liu Cong tie Cao Peng's ship
On the ship. If Cao Peng can capture Jingzhou, it will be a great achievement. In the future, once Cao Cao... Cao Peng will also rise to great heights and become the leader of the central government. Only with such a backer can Liu Cong be safe for the rest of his life. After all, there are people in this court who are easy to do things.
, if there is no backer, even if you are knighted, what is the use?
At this point, Mrs. Cai is very sober.
If the first two requirements are to ensure one's own prosperity and wealth, then the third requirement is to ensure that this prosperity and wealth will not perish in this lifetime.
After hearing Cao Peng's promise, Mrs. Cai's eyes became even more charming.
"Young Master Peng is really happy!"
Mrs. Cai gave a gentle blessing and said, "In that case, I am willing to dedicate myself to the nine counties of Jingxiang and the prime minister.
However, the young master still needs to wait for a few days until Cong'er succeeds to the throne, and then he can justifiably surrender to the prime minister... On my side, I will try my best to buy time for the young master, but I also ask the young master to inform the prime minister as soon as possible, so as to stabilize the situation in Jingzhou.
My heart. I feel brave, and I would like to ask you to live in Xiangyang temporarily. Is it okay?"
Mrs. Cai's willingness to surrender is just an intention.
To surrender Jingzhou, she must first ensure that Jingzhou is in her hands.
At the same time, she also has to discuss with people from all parties in Jingxiang, which requires a process...
Cao Peng was understandable, but he just wanted to stay in Xiangyang... Cao Peng thought for a moment and agreed. He also took this opportunity to further win over Kuai Yue, Kuai Liang and others.
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In this way, Cao Peng stayed in Xiangyang.
Although Liu Bei has withdrawn to Fancheng, there is still no peace in Xiangyang City.
When Cao Peng, led respectfully by Cai Zhongcaihe, was on his way to his residence, he met the Yiji father and son who were tied up with ropes and looked embarrassed. When Zhao Yun started to move towards the north gate, Yiyang was ordered to go to the house.
Cao Peng attacked Cao Peng. However, Cai Mao of Kuai Yue was prepared for it and arranged an ambush in the city. He killed all Yi Ji's troops and captured Yiyang's father and son alive. When Yi Ji saw Cao Peng, he seemed to have gone crazy.
He struggled and even yelled at Cao Peng. Cai Zhong was furious and rushed over and slapped Yi Ji's ears several times, until Yi Ji's face was covered with blood. However, Yi Ji refused to shut up and continued to curse Cao Cao as a bastard and Cao Peng as a helper.
Not a good death.
Cao Peng was angry!
He has little friendship with Yiji, let alone respect.
Yiji scolded him like this, which made him feel extremely angry, and he subconsciously clenched the sword under his ribs.
At this moment, I suddenly heard a strange voice coming from the porch of the side hall, "Youxue, please calm down the wrath of the thunder and leave someone behind under the sword."
