Compared with the high-spirited appearance before, they looked like two people. At this moment, he was sitting on the city wall and could directly see the movements of Cao's army under Chidao.
A military doctor pulled out the broken spear from his leg.
Cao Peng's blow penetrated his thigh. Although Guan Yu cut off most of it, there was still a broken spear nearly three feet long remaining in his body. The military doctor carefully pulled it out, and blood spurted out along the wound. And Guan Yu
The face that was as heavy as a jujube was as pale as paper at the moment. But he still looked calm, as if he didn't feel any pain at all. Only the principal who was supporting him could feel Guan Yu's big hand holding his arm tightly.
, how hard it was, as if it wanted to crush his arm...
"Junhou, it's ready!"
The military doctor pulled out the broken spear, stopped the bleeding, and bandaged Guan Yu properly.
Guan Yu nodded and suddenly said: "Help me up."
While he was talking, he saw a young man appear at the end of the road. He came slowly with the help of others.
Guan Yu's troops immediately showed vigilance, because they all recognized that the person coming was none other than the famous Governor Cao.
"Second General, Punt comes to pay a visit."
Cao Peng's voice was hoarse and a little weak.
Guan Yuhong said: "Please."
He stood up straight, trying not to show weakness.
Cao Peng, supported by Dianman and Xu Yi, slowly walked onto the road.
"Cao Peng, are you here to persuade me to surrender?"
Cao Peng smiled and said, "No, I will send the second general on his way."
Guan Yu Danfeng narrowed his eyes, and a cold look flashed in his eyes. But then, he smiled again, "Grand Governor, you are indeed a smart man.
If you dare to persuade Guan to surrender, Guan will immediately drive you out of the city."
"The loyalty of the second general is known to everyone in the world.
The Battle of Jiangxia was a non-war crime and was the general trend. Under such circumstances, the general still did not hesitate to return to Changsha to join Liu Bei. He was indeed a loyal man. Perhaps a thousand years later, the world will remember the name of the general and be regarded as a hero in the world.
Model, how can I persuade you to surrender?"
To be honest, Guan Yu in this life is far less famous than Guan Yu in history.
He did not kill Yan Liang and Wen Chou, nor did he ride thousands of miles alone to kill six generals through five passes... However, this did not stop Cao Peng from respecting Guan Yu. When he was an opponent, Cao Peng would use all means to deal with Guan Yu. Now the war is over
, so there is no need to use any more tricks. Cao Peng and Guan Yu, one on the Chi Road and the other at the end of the Chi Road, looked at each other silently for a long time, neither of them spoke.
After a while, Cao Peng suddenly bowed his hands and said, "Second General, let's go."
"Little thief, someone will kill you in the next life."
Cao Peng smiled and said, "In this life, I am no match for the general."
"Little thief, take care."
A smile flashed on Guan Yu's face, and he said goodbye to Cao Peng.
The second master rarely smiled, giving people a majestic feeling. But he smiled now, which made Cao Peng feel that Guan Yu still had a humane side.
After all, the second master Guan passed down from later generations was too divine.
The second master is actually just an ordinary person, with some people's emotions and desires.
When he was young in his previous life, Cao Peng admired the second master immensely. However, when he grew up, he saw various comments about the second master. For example, he was lustful, for example, he was hypocritical. But in fact, which hero is not lustful? That's just
Human instinct... The reason why people are disgusted is just because they once thought too good about them. When a person steps down from the altar, he will always be criticized by others...
Cao Peng left with the support of Dianman and Xu Yi.
Guan Yu held a long sword in his hand and watched Cao Peng walk away...
After a while, the rumble of war drums was heard below the city. Xu Chu gave the order to attack the city! Originally, he wanted to capture Guan Yu alive, but after Cao Peng's persuasion, Xu Chu changed his mind. This is a loyal man, it is absolutely impossible
If he surrenders, he will not be captured alive. Instead of letting him live in humiliation, it is better to let him die heroically in battle, so as to live up to the name of the Second Master as a martial saint for future generations.
Cao Jun launched an attack towards the head of Dongguan City.
But Cao Peng ignored him completely. With the support of Dian Man and Xu Yi, he walked towards Dongguan Bridge...
Behind him, the shouts of killing shook the sky.
From time to time, shrill screams reached my ears.
However, the shouting of killing did not last long. When Cao Peng walked onto Dongguan Bridge, the shouting of killing suddenly stopped. Cao Peng's body trembled and he suddenly stopped. But he did not look back.
He stood blankly on the Dongguan Bridge, looking up at the sky, and said nothing for a long time.
"Second brother!"
"Um?"
"Send me back to Hanshou."
"ah?"
"The battle in Xiajun has ended, and the overall situation of the battle in Jiangxia has been decided.
Liu Bei is no longer able to fight back. Jiangdong Sun Quan must have made a decision. It is almost time for Taishi Ci and others to retreat...
The war in Jingnan has no suspense anymore.
I want to go back to Hanshou to rest and recuperate, and then return to Xudu after some time."
"Return to Xudu?"
Dianman and Xu Yi couldn't understand Cao Peng's mood at this time.
Cao Peng smiled and said, "I'm tired!"
It has been more than two years since he took charge of Nanyang County. During these two years, Cao Peng had spent all his energy and never had a day of peace.
Compared with when he was in Hexi County, this time he conquered Jingchu, which almost exhausted all his energy.
Yes, he is so tired!
In the past two years, he has achieved brilliant results and suffered countless losses.
During the Battle of Nanyang, Fu Wei and others were killed; and in this Battle of Xiajun, three of his subordinates, Kou Feng, Luo Meng, and Liu Cong, were lost. Although these three men had not followed Cao Peng for too long, they
Emotionally, this was still a bit unacceptable. He didn't know what he would lose in the next battle. But he couldn't bear the pain anymore, so instead of doing this, it would be better to let go.
Besides, Xun Yu once said to him: Seven points of everything is enough.
In the Battle of Jingchu, Cao Peng had already done enough... If he continued to strive for credit, he would sooner or later be in danger of overpowering his master.
Cao Cao's favor and trust in him does not mean that he will always tolerate him.
When Cao Cao can't stand Cao Peng's achievements, he is afraid that the two of them will turn against each other.
Cao Peng really doesn't want to turn against Cao Cao. Instead of doing this, it is better to leave early. As for the battle of Jingnan, Cao Cao will be responsible for it.
After all, since Cao Cao conquered Jingchu, except for a small display of fists in Jiangxia, he has almost nothing outstanding.
The Battle of Jingnan will be the time when Cao Cao shows off his bravery to Ping Peng. Cao Peng will definitely not steal this limelight, otherwise there will be disaster.
Dianman and Xu Yi looked at each other and finally agreed to Cao Peng's request.
In March of the 13th year of Jian'an, the Battle of Jiangxia ended.
From the beginning of the war to the end of the war, it took less than a month. In this battle, Cao Cao took all the territory of the fifteen counties of Jiangxia, and his troops were approaching Jingnan.
Sun Quan from Jiangdong could not help but be shocked by the combat power of Cao's army.
Cao's army did not send troops to the east of the Yangtze River, which made it difficult for Sun Quan's navy to use its advantages.
Under this situation, Sun Quan appointed Zhou Yu as the Commander-in-Chief, commanding the Jiangdong navy and stationed at Chaisang. At the same time, Sun Quan also ordered to assemble troops and horses to Peng Ze to prevent Cao Jun from sneak attacks. After the military arrangements were made, Sun Quan began
Diplomatic means. After Xiling County was defeated, Sun Quan immediately appointed Zhang Hong as an envoy and led an envoy to cross the river to visit Jingzhou. Previously, Cao Cao had been taking the initiative to seek diplomatic peace talks, and Sun Quan had always been lukewarm. But as
After the Jiangxia war ended, Sun Quan had to change his attitude.
During this mission, Sun Quan took the initiative to propose a marriage as soon as possible and was willing to send Sun Shao to Xudu.
But he didn't expect that as soon as he sent out the mission, he got the news: Sun Shao's mother and son had left the Fuchun ancestral home and their whereabouts were unknown.
Sun Quan was shocked when he heard this.
He quickly sent people to Fuchun to investigate. At the same time, he ordered people to chase the mission and changed the proposed marriage candidate from Sun Shao to Sun Lang. Sun Lang, the youngest son of Sun Quan, was born to Wu Guotai and was in his late teens.
Shao disappeared, so someone naturally needed to take over. If the marriage was planned but the groom was missing, Cao Cao would inevitably be dissatisfied. At least for now, Sun Quan did not have the courage to anger Cao Cao.
Sun Lang is older than Sun Shao, but seems to be more suitable than Sun Shao.
After all, Cao Cao and Sun Jian are of the same generation, but Sun Shao and Cao Cao's daughter are obviously a generation apart. Sun Lang is actually a nephew, so it doesn't seem inappropriate to be paired with Cao Cao's daughter. It is a political marriage anyway.
, Sun Shao or Sun Lang, there is not much difference between Sun Quan and Cao Cao. The question is, where did Sun Shao's mother and son go? Where are they now?
Sun Quan couldn't help but be a little more wary of Zhou Yu.
In his opinion, the person in Jiangdong who is most likely to help Sun Shao is Zhou Yu.
Zhou Yu is now the Commander-in-Chief of the Navy, in charge of the Jiangdong Navy, with astonishing power... and Zhou Yu and Sun Ce are close friends, and even brothers-in-law. In this case, it seems reasonable for Zhou Yu to help Sun Shao. Sun Quan was secretly shocked.
, he was worried that there were more inside stories hidden behind Sun Shao's escape. Because of this, Sun Quan began to become suspicious and his temper became more violent.
March of the 13th year of Jian'an is a beautiful season.
However, in this month, Liu Qi died in battle, Jiangxia was defeated, and Guan Yu committed suicide in Xiajun.
Under Cao Peng's persuasion, Xu Chu did not cut off Guan Yu's head, but ordered the bodies of Guan Yu and his son to be sent to Liu Bei in Linxiang.
When Liu Bei learned about Guan Yu's death in battle, he burst into tears.
If Ma Liang and others had not fought tooth and nail to stop him, Liu Bei would have immediately gathered his troops to conquer Xiajun.
But even so, although Liu Bei did not send troops, his entire army showed mourning. He and Zhang Fei went to the bank of the Boluo River to welcome the coffins of Guan Yu and his son.
In April of the thirteenth year of Jian'an, Guan Yu and his son were buried on the banks of the Xiangjiang River.
In the same month, Cao Cao issued a memorial to Guan Yu, ordered a truce, and ordered Xun Yu to lead his troops back to Yuannan and not to continue attacking Yiyang.
With the end of the war, Jingnan ushered in a brief period of peace.
Zhuge Liang hurried back to Changsha County from Jiangdong to discuss countermeasures with Liu Bei.
During this trip to Jiangdong, Zhuge Liang basically failed! Although Zhou Yu, Lu Su, Zhuge Jin and others agreed to join Liu Bei to fight against Cao Cao, due to Cao Cao's restraint, Jiangdong did not have a unified opinion. However, Sun Quan expressed his willingness to support Liu Bei.
Fight against Cao Cao.
He also proposed that he would order people to contain Jiangxia's troops and horses, and give Liu Bei supplies of food and grass to recruit troops.
Liu Bei was helpless, but had to face such a result. At the same time, news came from Xichuan that Yan Yan, the governor of Bajun, withdrew his troops. Liu Zhang was willing to support Liu Bei and promised to give Liu Bei three thousand troops to help him fight against Cao Cao.
According to the news from Sesaku, the situation in Nishikawa is a bit bad now. Prices have skyrocketed, and although supplies are abundant, there are obvious shortages compared to earlier.
Especially in southern Sichuan, the Southern Barbarians are ready to move.
While Zhang Lu was in Hanzhong, he was also eyeing Yizhou...
This situation can be described as internal and external troubles. It is quite interesting that Liu Zhang can support Liu Bei's three thousand troops... After all, he has too many internal problems to solve, and he does not dare to offend Cao Cao, so he naturally restrains himself. Liu Bei is very disappointed, but still
He sent Ma Liang as envoy to Xichuan and went to Chengdu to express his gratitude. Liu Zhang said: If Jingnan is uninhabitable, he is willing to ask Liu Bei to go to Xichuan, which can at least give him a place to stay.
Liu Bei, tears of gratitude!
In April of the thirteenth year of Jian'an, Cao Peng led his troops and returned to Hanshou.
In the battle of Xiajun, Cao Peng suffered heavy losses. Not to mention the three men of Kou and Feng died in the battle, and the three thousand strong soldiers were only in their early 1000s when they returned to Hanshou.
Cao Peng's carefully crafted secret warriors also suffered dozens of casualties.
This loss was even greater than that of two thousand troops and horses, which made Cao Peng feel very regretful.
The reward is that he captured Ma Di.
Cao Peng didn't have much favorable impressions of Ma Di. In history, Zhuge Liang was so arrogant in the Battle of Jieting that he killed him in tears... a smart guy, a Zhao Kuo-like figure. But Fazheng thought that Ma Di was
He is well-read in military books and proficient in strategy. In the battle of Xiajun, even Fazheng did not discover the secret of Fengchengding, but Ma Su discovered it. This person can at least become an excellent staff member. He can also be called a
Helper. Whether you can use Ma Su well depends on Cao Peng's own ability!
Cao Peng felt that what Fa Zheng said was reasonable.
In fact, except for the Battle of Jieting, Ma Su did not do too badly in history.
The defeat of the Battle of Jieting was certainly due to Ma Di's cleverness, but Zhuge Liang had no choice but to investigate because he did not know people well and hired people inappropriately. When Liu Bei was dying, he once said to Zhuge Liang that Ma Di exaggerated and could not be used to great effect. The facts are not the same.
It proves that Liu Bei's vision of people is hundreds of times better than Zhuge Liang's. However, Zhuge Liang over-trusted Ma Di in the later period, which made Ma Di suffer infamy throughout the ages.
There is no such thing as a virtuous person who cannot be used, there is only a lord who cannot use others!
Cao Peng thought about it and decided to find an opportunity to persuade Ma Di to surrender...
However, the top priority was that he still had to return to Hanshou first. The injuries on his body had improved and were no longer a big problem. However, Xu Chu was not worried and asked Dian Man and Xu Yi to lead a thousand Tiger Guards to accompany them.
Escorting Cao Peng was Xu Chu's wish.
Originally, to return to Hanshou, it was necessary to pass through the Jiangdong military garrison area.
However, due to the Dongting Water War, the Jiangdong navy suffered heavy losses, which also allowed Du Ji's ships to sail across Dongting Lake and even enter the Boluo River.
At this point, the overall situation has been decided.
Taishi Ci also knew that it would not make much sense to embarrass Cao Peng again.
Instead of doing this, it is better to send a favor... So Taishi Ci ordered Xu Sheng to collect the Jiangdong navy ships and not obstruct Cao Jun's passage. In this way, Du Ji led the navy to successfully receive Cao Peng, and then returned along the Boluo River.
Dongting, directly to Shoucheng of Han Dynasty.
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Jiangxia, Xiling County.
Guo Jia was in a hurry and broke into the Chinese army's tent directly.
After Cao Cao occupied Xiling, he did not enter Xiling, but camped outside the city. Later, he appointed Pang Shanmin as the prefect of Jiangxia, which further stabilized the hearts of Jingxiang scholars. Pang Shanmin is now in Wuling County, assisting Cao Peng. Therefore, although the order
Cao Cao decided to temporarily station in Xiling, saying it was to stabilize the situation in Jiangxia, but in fact, it was more to intimidate Jiangdong.
When Guo Jia entered the big tent, Cao Cao was discussing matters with Dong Zhao and others.
Based on the current situation, the peace of Jingchu Land is just around the corner. However, in the Battle of Jiangxia, the performance of the Jingzhou Navy, that is, Cai Mao, made Cao Cao extremely dissatisfied. It was precisely because of Cai Mao's delay that Xiajun suffered a tragic battle. If
If Zhang He had not proposed a plan and Xu Chu and Xu Huang had arrived at Xiajun in time, Cao Peng might have died in the battle at Dongguan Bridge, and Guan Yu would have broken through and joined Liu Bei.
Various signs indicate that Cai Mao is not a suitable candidate for the navy.
As the land of Jingchu gradually stabilized, Cao Cao made up his mind to take this opportunity to depose Cai Mao.
However, who will succeed Cai Mao and take charge of the navy? It is always a difficult question to make a decision...
Du Ji performed well, and Xun Yu also expressed his praise in the letter. And he came from Cao Peng's disciples, so there was no need to worry about loyalty.
The problem is that Du Ji is very capable but has little qualifications.
He was able to command 20,000 naval troops and gain a foothold in Dongting Lake. To be honest, Cao Peng was behind him.
A person without many military exploits and mediocre qualifications suddenly took over the navy? Even if Cao Peng agreed, he might not be able to convince everyone.
After all, Cao Cao has too many people with sufficient qualifications.
Just when Cao Cao was arguing with everyone, Guo Jia ran in.
After hearing the question from Cao Cao and others, Guo Jia smiled, "What did I think it was? It turned out to be just this question... Jia had a candidate in mind. This person was the prefect of a county, with outstanding military exploits and great prestige. Moreover,
He was born on the water and is proficient in water warfare. However, in these years, he has been mostly on land, so no one noticed him. If this man is the commander-in-chief of the navy, he is indeed the most suitable candidate."
When Cao Cao heard this, he was stunned!
How come I have such a person under my command, but I don’t know about it?
"Who is it that Fengxiao said?"
"He is the governor of Hefei, Gan Ning Gan Xing Ba."
"Gan Ning?"
Of course Cao Cao knew who Gan Ning was!
Back then, it was he who wrested Gan Ning from Cao Peng. In the blink of an eye, Gan Ning fought in the north and south, and indeed made many achievements.
Since Gan Ning was born in Cao Peng's sect, he was highly supported by Cao Peng.
Therefore, his prestige in the army is not weak. Regardless of Cao Ren, Cao Hong, or Xiahou Dun, Xia Houyuan has a very close relationship with him. Yu Jin Zang Ba has also cooperated with Gan Ning very well in the past few years. During the three years in Hefei, Gan Ning and Jiangdong were greatly
The war was fought dozens of times, with more victories than fewer losses.
Guo Jia smiled and said: "Xingba had a good reputation as Jinfan in his early years in Ba County.
Ruxukou, he and Zhou Cang cooperated tacitly, defeated the Jiangdong navy several times, and have rich experience. If this person takes over the navy, even a Jingzhou person will agree."
"You said that Xingba has outstanding abilities and is suitable for commanding the navy. I have no objection.
But the Jingzhou Navy is in charge of Cai Mao, and if Cai Mao is rashly dismissed from his post, how can the Jingzhou family agree? I don’t think it’s very reliable.”
Guo Jia smiled and said: "Gan Ning's ancestral home is Jingzhou, so he can be considered half a Jingzhou native.
The most important thing is that he was once a disciple of Youxue, and he was highly valued by Youxue's father-in-law. It was Mr. Huang who sent Xingba to Youxue back then, and Mr. Huang was a famous scholar in Jingzhou. His prestige was far greater than that of Kuai Yue and Kuai.
Liang is almost as famous as Pang Degong, and is one of the most famous people in Jingzhou and Xiangzhou. Moreover, Mr. Huang is also from a famous family. The status of the Huang family in Jiangxia is far superior to that of the Cai family in Xiangyang. As long as Mr. Huang is willing to come forward, the scholars in Jingzhou will have nothing to say.
Said. I heard someone say that the old gentleman is now giving lectures in the Fuxi Mountain in Xingyang! The Prime Minister can give an order to treat the Huang clan people in Jiangxia well and order them to repair the Huang clan's ancestral temple. When the time comes, please invite the old gentleman to return to his hometown to worship his ancestors, and then we will be done.
"
When everyone heard this, they couldn't help but nod their heads in appreciation.
Cao Cao pointed at Guo Jia and said with a smile: "Fengxiao is still smart and came up with such an idea all of a sudden. He really lives up to his reputation as a genius."
Dong Zhao may still be a little unconvinced, but it's hard to refute.
After all, Guo Jia's idea is the most suitable for now. Besides, Cao Peng is involved... Dong Zhao doesn't want to turn against Cao Peng because of this matter. He has a good relationship with the Cao family, not to mention,
The family also has shares in Cao Pengfu Paper Building.
If you offend Cao Peng, you will lose more than you gain.
At that moment, Dong Zhao also nodded and said: "Gan Xingba is indeed the right candidate."
"In this case, Gongren will arrange this matter.
The Jingzhou Navy issue cannot be delayed any longer and must be resolved in six months at most. As for Huang Gong, I will send someone to talk about it. I think it will not be a big problem.
Okay, let's leave today.
The princes have made arrangements so that Zhang Hong and his envoy will arrive in two days, and there will inevitably be some quarrels, and everyone must try their best."
"We will do our best."
Dong Zhao and others withdrew from the Chinese army's tent, but Guo Jia did not leave.
Cao Cao asked: "Fengxiao, what can I do?"
"Wen He's letter, everything has changed."
"ah?"
Cao Cao was shocked and hurriedly signaled Guo Jia to hand over the letter.
After Cao Cao settled in Xudu, he made Jia Xu sit in Xudu to supervise affairs.
Xun Yu rushed to Jingzhou from Xudu at the invitation of Cao Peng, so Jia Xu was in charge of all the affairs of Xudu.
Guo Jia presented the letter and then stood aside without saying a word. Cao Cao took it seriously and after reading the letter, a cold look appeared on his face.
"Is this serious?"
"There should be no mistakes... Wen He has always been cautious in doing things. Didn't Ah Fu also say that this person has every plan and will not make any mistakes after thinking about it.
Moreover, I have also heard people say that Fu Wan and Linyi Hou have been somewhat active recently and have been moving quite frequently.
If we don't pay attention, we are afraid that it will lead to a catastrophe sooner or later. The battle in Jingzhou will not be over for a while, and the prime minister needs to make a decision early to avoid future troubles."
"As a sign of filial piety..."
"If Wen Ruo is not in Xudu now, it's time to take action."
"You know, that's not what I meant. I was just wondering, who would be better off to come forward?"
Guo Jia looked hesitant, lowered his head and pondered.
After a while, he raised his head decisively and said in a deep voice: "We should ask Ting Wei to come forward and take full responsibility for this matter.
However, a strong person is needed to deter the situation. Jia thought that this person must be Ah Fu... I heard that he was injured in Xiajun, so he could return to recuperate. Speaking of which, he has been enough in the past two years.
Take care of it and let him go back so he can get together with his family."
Cao Cao was silent!
"Do you really want Ah Fu?"
"It has to be him."
"Where is he now?"
"It is said that he has returned to Hanshou."
"Let me think about this matter again..." Cao Cao seemed a little hesitant, and after a while he said softly: "Let's welcome the Jiangdong envoy first, and then make a decision."
"Here!"
"Afu, you'd better send someone there.
In the battle of Xiajun, he suffered heavy losses. I heard that three of the four personal guards around him were killed in the battle... I guess he was not in a good mood. The child is a sentimental person. Although he is usually strong, he is indeed
He is a man who attaches great importance to emotions. Three people were killed in battle, so proper arrangements must be made, and their families must be well settled, so as not to chill the hearts of the soldiers. I just got some good wine a few days ago, so I took thirty bottles and sent them to Hanshou.
Pass on my orders, befriend the general and learn from him, and open the palace with the three divisions."
Guo Jia was startled and immediately understood what Cao Cao was thinking.
To a certain extent, Cao Cao has agreed with his suggestion...
The generals of the Eastern Han Dynasty include the title of General, General of Hussars, General of Chariots and Generals, General of Guards, and Generals of the Front, Back, Left and Right. Among them, Generals of the Eastern Han Dynasty are ranked above the three Dukes, Generals of Hussars, Generals of Chariots and Generals of Guards.
Below the three princes, above the nine ministers; and the generals on the front, rear, left, and right are below the nine ministers. Originally, this general position was not very ruling, but since the middle of the Eastern Han Dynasty, the queen mother has been in charge of the court, and most of her relatives have taken the title of general.
Zheng, together with the Taifu and the Three Dukes, were collectively known as the Five Prefectures. After that, generals could open their own prefectures and set up special staff.
Cao Peng's original Hengye General was a miscellaneous general.
Set during wartime and canceled when there is no war.
Although there has always been a shogunate in Caopeng, it has not been formally established.
But now, Cao Cao has added General Cao Peng to his post, and ordered him to open a mansion with the same three divisions, which means that Cao Peng's staff has a formal establishment.
According to the rules, when a general opens a mansion, his subordinates have a long history. There is one commander each, two lieutenants, twenty-nine subordinates, and thirty-one subordinates. Moreover, the general leads the army with his own title and has a standing department.
Qu, the school captain. Since Cao Cao opened the Prime Minister's Palace, no one has been given the authority to open the palace. Although the Hou General is under the Jiu Qing, he has great power. As a relative of the emperor, Liu Bei is only the Zuo General and is still the Hou General.
It can be said that Cao Cao gave Cao Peng the right to open a palace, which to a certain extent also showed Cao Peng's status in the Prime Minister's Palace.
But what's the price?
Guo Jia smiled bitterly in his heart: I hope Ah Fu won’t blame me after he finds out!
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As early summer approaches, the temperature in Jingnan increases sharply.
The sun is scorching during the day and the drizzle is drizzling at night, making the weather hot and humid. Many people who are used to the northern weather are not used to it.
The same goes for Cao Peng. He stayed in the Governor's Mansion to recuperate, but felt extremely uncomfortable.
The war in Jingnan temporarily stopped, and Wuling ushered in a period of peace.
Lai Gong sent someone to visit Cao Peng and informed Pang Shanmin that he was about to serve as the governor of Jiangxia. Cao Peng had been prepared for this, so he was not surprised.
The wound is gradually healing, but it will take time to fully heal.
The sword that Guan Yu stabbed Cao Peng was more severe than the shot that Cao Peng used to wound Guan Yu.
To some extent, it damaged the meridians. After Hua Tuo came to Hanshou to diagnose Cao Peng, he warned Cao Peng: Do not fight with others within three months, otherwise it will affect his future life. Therefore, Cao Peng could only be obedient.
Follow the instructions and stay in Jiang Yang's body in the Governor's Mansion every day.
Xun Yu has returned to Tang Dynasty, and it is said that he will go to Jiangxia in the near future.
There was nothing important in the Han Dynasty. All matters, big and small, were dealt with by the law. Zhang Song and Jiang Wan took care of them, and Cao Peng was happy to have a free time.
On this day, Cao Peng made an appointment with Huang Zhong and prepared to go boating on Dongting Lake.
But suddenly someone came to report: "Tai Shici sent someone here to say that he was holding a banquet on the lake and invited the governor to come and talk about it."
Cao Peng was stunned immediately!
What does Taishi Ci mean by inviting me to a banquet?
"Can you tell me when?"
"Three days later, on Dongting Lake."
Cao Peng frowned and couldn't help but hesitate.
He had no friendship with Taishi Ci, and had never even met him in person. However, Cao Peng admired this man very much. After all, he was also a general whom he respected and loved greatly in his previous life. Among the Jiangdong military officials, Cao Peng liked him very much.
There are many. Sun Ce is one, and Taishi Ci is also one. In comparison, perhaps it was the deliberate vilification of Zhou Yu in the novel that made Cao Peng not very fond of Zhou Yu.
"Invite the military advisor and the chief historian to come."
Cao Peng thought for a while and decided to cancel today's plan.
After a while, Fazheng, Zhang Song and Jiang Wan came one after another.
Cao Peng explained the situation in detail, and then asked: "Tai Shi Ziyi and I have never been friends, so why do we suddenly hold a banquet on the lake?"
Fa Zheng and the three of them were also a little confused!
Generally speaking, a banquet like this requires at least a small degree of friendship. But Cao Peng and Taishi Ci did not know each other, so there was no way to talk about friendship. The two sides were hostile. Although the war in Jingnan had subsided, they still remained.
It was a relationship between ourselves and the enemy. I am afraid that Cao Peng was invited to go there at this time with ulterior motives. But what was the reason? Fazheng and others could not guess a single clue for a while.
"The Governor-General is in charge of the war in Jingnan. He holds a high position and cannot be easily involved in danger."
Jiang Wan didn't know Taishi Ci well, so he naturally objected.
But Zhang Song said: "That's not necessarily the case. Because the governor's position is so high and powerful, you cannot refuse easily to avoid being ridiculed by Taishi Ci."
"Is it more important to save face, or is life more important?"
"The Governor is the prime minister's representative in Jingzhou, so his face is naturally important."
"Is it possible that you don't even care about your life just for the sake of face?"
"Ha, in my opinion, Taishi Ziyi may not have such courage."
"What Yongnian said is true, but just because Taishi Ci 'may not' have the courage, wouldn't it be childish to put the governor in danger?"
Before Cao Peng and Fazheng could speak, Jiang Wan and Zhang Song started arguing.
After a while, Fazheng said: "Taishi Ci's invitation this time may not be malicious.
The Jiangdong envoy is about to arrive in Jiangxia, and he would not dare to cause trouble at such a time. In my opinion, the governor can go to the banquet. But he must be more careful and order Du Bohou to lead his troops to accompany him... In case Taishi Ci has a trick
, and can also protect the great governor."
"Exactly, exactly...what Xiaozhi said makes sense."
Jiang Wan and Zhang Song immediately stopped arguing and nodded in agreement.
However, Cao Peng did not speak.
He was silent for a long time, then suddenly laughed.
He stood up and said with a smile: "What Xiaozhi said is absolutely true. I don't think Taishi Ziyi can do anything about me."
Just say this, tell Tai Shi Ci's people that I will go to the banquet in three days... Let's see what Tai Shi Ci means."
