After leaving Tianxialou and returning home, Cao Peng realized that Jia Xu came to see him today and said those words, probably with ulterior motives. Cheng Yu wants to ask for the throne for Cao Cao? This kind of thing does not seem to need to be done secretly. He came to inform him alone.
If Cheng Yu really did this, he would probably return to Xudu, visit everyone one by one, and then directly raise it at the court meeting, and he would naturally find out...
But Jia Xu, why did he find himself alone to talk about this matter?
The Three Kingdoms were an era of ironclad conflict and intrigue.
Don't underestimate the wisdom of people in this era. Most of the time, there is a different intention hidden in an ordinary behavior.
Jia Xu, what does it mean?
Could it be said that you have to let yourself get ahead of yourself?
Cao Peng's reputation is already ruined!
If you jump out at this time and act like a standout, I'm afraid it will attract rebuke from everyone in the world.
Even the old gentlemen at Fuxishan Academy would not stand on his side and would even scold him.
Could it be that Jia Xu wanted to harm himself?
This incident lingered in his mind, somewhat lingering.
When he got home, Cao Peng didn't even have the heart to eat, so he went into the study and never came out again.
Cao Nan is pregnant and will return to Xingyang soon for recuperation.
This is Cao Nan's second pregnancy since Deng Ai, so everyone in the Cao family takes it very seriously.
Originally, Cao Nan could return to Xudu.
However, the tense atmosphere in Xudu was not suitable for pregnant women, so she finally chose Xingyang. Although Xingyang was a little cold at this time, the environment was excellent. After learning the news that Cao Nan had returned to Xingyang, the old lady could no longer stay in Xudu.
There is nothing going on here with Cao Peng, so you can relax.
Son and daughter, although the old lady still loves her son more, she also cares about her daughter very much.
Huang Yueying and Xia Houzhen stayed in Xudu.
However, Zhen Mi, Buluan, Guo Huan, and Sun Shangxiang will go to Xingyang.
Cai Yan also stayed in Xingyang, but Cao Mei, also known as Cai Mei before, and Ameiguai went to Xingyang. In short, the Xinwuting Hou Mansion suddenly became much deserted and no longer as lively and noisy as before.
Several children stayed in Xudu.
After all, I rarely spend time with my father, so it is a rare opportunity.
When Cao Peng didn't show up, Cai Yan and the others knew that he was in trouble.
So Cai Yan, Huang Yueying and Xia Houzhen ordered people to prepare wine and food and sent them to the study. When they opened the door, they saw Cao Peng leaning back on the imperial chair, holding his head in his hands, staring at the ceiling, thinking about something.
"Afu, what happened?"
Cao Peng sat down and when he saw Cai Yan and the others, he rubbed his face and showed a bitter smile.
"Today, the old viper came to see me."
Old viper?
Cai Yan didn't react, but Huang Yueying and Xia Houzhen knew who Cao Peng was talking about. Of course, this also had something to do with Cai Yan entering Cao's mansion not long ago. It seemed that Huang Yueying and Xia Houzhen had accompanied Cao Peng in Nanyang
We lived together for a long time. Cao Peng and Jia Xu were partners at that time, so the names between the two were naturally very familiar.
"That's Jia Taizhong."
"Well……"
Cai Yan was immediately speechless.
Cao Peng sighed, sat up straight, and told him exactly what Jia Xu had said to him.
"What do you think, husband?"
Although Xia Houzhen is naive, she is not the little white rabbit sister she used to be. She can still see the importance of some things.
There are good and bad things about this.
The good thing is that if Cao Cao is crowned king, Cao Peng will take the lead; the bad thing is that this will make Cao Peng's reputation even worse.
Anyway, there are advantages and disadvantages, it's hard to say clearly.
However, Cai Yan pondered for a long time and suddenly said: "In my opinion, Jia Taizhong does not necessarily want you to come forward, but hopes that you can avoid this matter and stay out of it."
"oh?"
"My husband's current reputation is loud enough and his achievements are great enough.
There are already faint signs of being the prime minister's first helping hand. From my point of view, this is enough. As the saying goes, too much is never enough. My husband is already in a high position. If he comes forward again, I am afraid it will cause a lot of unnecessary trouble. In my opinion
, what Jia Taizhong means is for you to stay away from the limelight for a while and get out of this matter.
It is estimated that Cheng Zhongde has made up his mind and may have even informed the prime minister.
Anyone can come forward in this matter, but my husband cannot come forward, otherwise, there will be disaster..."
After all, Cai Yan has experienced ups and downs and sees things very clearly.
When she said this, Cao Peng suddenly understood. Yes, he must not be involved in this matter.
As Cai Yan said, he is already in a high position.
He was also very clear about the principle of going too far and not doing enough. He always left three points in everything and let others do it... He shouldered the sin of killing Fu Wan's family for Cao Cao, which was enough. To gain more credit may not be a good thing.
"Then what should I do?"
Cao Peng smiled bitterly.
He was in Xudu and could not avoid this happening.
Cai Yan and Huang Yueying looked at each other and smiled slightly, "My husband is actually not worried. Although my husband is in Xudu now, as long as the prime minister finds an excuse to leave Xudu before returning, can't he stay out of it?"
This kind of thing must not be too difficult for you..."
A very complicated matter became easy and simple in the hands of Cai Yan and the others.
Cao Peng suddenly became energetic, hugged Cai Yan and kissed her hard, and then kissed Huang Yueying and Xia Houzhen, which made the three girls feel jealous for a while.
But no matter what, at least there is a solution to this matter.
Cao Peng had a great appetite, and after eating, he was even more excited. He wanted to have a big bed with him, but he was kicked out of the bedroom by Cai Yan and the other three. In the end, he had to stay in the study and endure the pain.
One night.
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The next day, Cao Peng went straight to Tingwei's office.
Fazheng and others were chatting in the public room. Cao Peng didn't want Cao Peng to come in in a hurry. Without saying a word, he ordered: "Clean up the recent prison records from various places and list the cases that need to be returned for retrial. Everyone, please do your best.
Sort it out as soon as possible, I want to read it right away, don't waste time."
To be honest, Tingwei's official duties are not particularly busy.
Prison cases from various places were sent in and reviewed in accordance with Han law. If there were any doubts, they would be sent back for retrial. If there were no problems, a reply would be issued in the form of an official document. However, Cao Peng's confusing instructions allowed the law to correct Deng.
Everyone in Zhi was a little confused.
"Sir, are there any time limits and geographical restrictions?"
"this……"
Cao Peng thought for a while and said, "Let's reorganize the documents after October last year... As for the regions, we will mainly focus on Qingzhou, Yanzhou and Henan Yin. Sort it out as soon as possible, I will be useful."
A word from the boss can cause the subordinates to lose their legs.
Following Cao Peng's instructions, everyone in the Tingwei Yamen Office began to get busy.
Fortunately, Deng Zhi, Zhang Song, and Jiang Wan were all proficient in criminal law, so Cao Peng didn't need to worry too much.
Two days later, stacks of documents were placed in front of Cao Peng, but Cao Peng was a little overwhelmed.
I just limited the time to after October last year, but the war has been going on in the past few years, so that the official documents submitted by many places seem a bit confusing. In other words, it is the four people who were punished by Fa Zheng. If it were another person, it might not be possible to sort it out completely.
Cao Peng read through them one by one and asked Deng Zhi if he didn't understand anything.
From hundreds of case documents, Cao Peng selected fifty cases that needed to be retried, and Cao Peng wrote them down one by one.
"Get ready. In early October, we will leave Xudu and travel to various places to inspect prisons."
"So many places?"
After Deng Zhi looked at Cao Peng's list, he frowned and said with a wry smile: "If I don't have half a year of hard work, I'm afraid I won't be able to get here."
"Ha, let's just have fun."
As soon as these words were spoken, Deng Zhifazheng and others immediately understood.
I'm afraid it's not just to inspect the prison. Cao Peng may have other motives for leaving Xudu this time. However, since Cao Peng didn't tell them, they wouldn't ask. In this way, after Cao Peng sorted out the files,
Submitted to Jia Xu. Afterwards, Jia Xu made some arrangements and sent someone 600 miles away to Xiangyang.
At this time, the war in Jingzhou had basically stabilized.
As soldiers and horses from Jiangdong continued to enter Changsha, Cao Cao also knew that this war might not be able to continue.
Fight to the death?
In the end, both sides will suffer losses, which is not what Cao Cao wants.
In addition, Wenpin died in battle, Lejin was defeated, and after Xiahou Dun was defeated and returned to Zigui, the people of Jiangxia in Nanjun were panicked, which also made Cao Cao understand that continuing to fight was definitely not a good choice. But, just give up like this?
Cao Cao is unwilling again!
Seeing that Changsha County was about to be recaptured, something like this happened, and it almost ended in failure.
Originally, the expedition to Jingzhou could have come to a successful conclusion. However, because Liu Bei, a strong man, broke his wrist, Cao Cao was in an embarrassing situation. What should he choose next? Should he continue to fight or retreat?
It was at this moment that a person suddenly jumped out.
This person is Yang Biao's son, Yang Xiu, a descendant of the Hongnong Yang family. At first, Cao Zhi boldly asked Cao Peng for Zhen Mi, which made Cao Peng furious. Later, Cao Zhi and Cao Cao sent him to Chang'an to study. As Cao Zhi's friend, Yang Xiu,
They also went to Chang'an together. Yang Xiu was originally from Guanzhong, and he was born in a famous family and was extremely intelligent. Therefore, he quickly gained the attention of Sili Xiaowei Wei. Cao Cao succeeded in conquering Youzhou and turned to attack Jingzhou. Wei was entrusted by the Yang clan
, recommended Yang Xiu to join the chief minister's office, and came to Jingzhou with Cao Cao.
Speaking of which, Yang Xiu's poems, lyrics, and songs are all of the highest quality, and he is extremely talented.
He was smart and could observe people's emotions, so he was quickly valued by Cao Cao.
On this day, it rained lightly and was extremely cold.
Cao Cao's health was not very good. Although he was treated by Zhang Zhongjing, he was still very weak. So Cao Xiu hunted a pheasant and brought it to Cao Cao to replenish his body. After cooking it, he sent it to the house.
Cao Cao was eating chicken when Dian Wei suddenly came to ask for the password.
“Weak ribs!”
Cao Cao picked up the chicken ribs and answered casually.
Dian Wei then passed on the password. When Yang Xiu heard about it, he immediately ordered people to pack their luggage. Guo Jia and Zhang He happened to be on patrol and saw the soldiers in the camp packing their luggage, so they quickly asked. After asking, they found out that the message came from Yang Xiu's mouth.
out.
Yang Xiu said: "Chicken ribs are tasteless to eat, and it is a pity to throw them away. This is exactly what the Prime Minister feels now.
Now in the battle of Jingnan, we can neither advance nor retreat, it is useless... In my opinion, the Prime Minister has already intended to retreat, so it is better to make preparations in advance to avoid panicking and dropping things when withdrawing. "
When Guo Jia heard this, he felt frightened.
"Jun Yi, this person has shaken the morale of the army and his crime is unforgivable.
You go to the camp quickly, don't say anything, and kill the people... I will report to the Prime Minister right away."
Guo Jia, under Xun Yu, was Cao Cao's number one plotter.
Of course Zhang He knew Guo Jia's position in Cao's camp, so without saying anything, he led his men straight to the military camp.
Guo Jia felt Cao Cao's residence.
When he told the story, Cao Cao was furious.
"Kill well, kill well... Those who confuse the public with such monstrous words and disturb the morale of our army should have been killed long ago."
Cao Cao did not expect that his casual words would almost cause chaos.
Seeing that there was no one else in the room, Guo Jia asked, "Prime Minister, what are your plans for the current situation in Jingnan?"
Cao Cao also had a headache and patted his forehead gently.
After a while, he let out a long sigh, looked at Guo Jia and said with a wry smile: "Fengxiao, I won't hide it from you either. Although Yang Xiu confuses people with his lies, he also got what I was thinking. In the current situation, I am also in a dilemma.
I believe that Bi Yan'er, like me, doesn't want to have a real confrontation.
However, I am really not willing to watch as Jingnan is about to be done, but the big-eared thief uses his tricks to get the advantage of Jiangdong Biyaner. In the past two days, I have also been thinking about whether I should advance or retreat? "
After Cao Cao finished speaking, he leaned on the couch and looked tired.
Guo Jia sighed softly, "The Prime Minister has not rested since he conquered Youzhou. He has been fighting fiercely for a long time, and I am afraid he is tired... The current situation in Jingnan was caused by Liu Bei. If this person enters Xichuan, he will definitely fight with Liu Zhang. But
In a short period of time, he will be dormant, recuperating and recuperating. Xichuan, the land of abundance, should not be underestimated. If Liu Bei slows down, plans to capture Xichuan, and then wants to destroy it, it may not be easy.
The main enemy is Liu Xuande.
Jingnan is vast, but it is of little significance compared to the Prime Minister.
Even if Sun Quan occupied Jingnan, would he be able to conquer Jingzhou? In my opinion, he does not yet have this ability.
If he wants Changsha, give it to him.
But the lord must occupy Lingling and Wuling, and divide Jingnan into two parts. Then he will recruit a general to deal with Sun Quan. When the time is right, the prime minister can work hard to seize Jingnan and then advance to Jiangdong."
"You mean, retreat?"
Cao Cao hesitated for a moment and had to admit that Guo Jia's plan was the most suitable.
Although he was very unwilling in his heart, he had to admit that he had lost the best opportunity to seize the four counties of Jingnan. According to Guo Jia, he lived in the two counties of Wuling and Lingling, intersecting with Jiangdong City. Then he built a navy...
…When the navy is built, it will be Cao Cao’s opportunity to conquer Jiangdong…”
"Gan Ning, are you here yet?"
"We have arrived in Jiangxia and will come soon."
Cao Cao patted his forehead and pondered for a long time, "In that case, let's make arrangements like this... However, the candidate for Lingling Prefect must be chosen properly. Fengxiao, who do you think is suitable?"
"Wei Yan, Wei Wenchang."
"oh?"
"This man is from Yiyang and is quite familiar with Jingzhou. He has been loyal and made numerous meritorious deeds since he surrendered.
Wei Yan is guarding Lingling, and with the help of Wuxi barbarians, there will be no serious problems.
The lord can appoint General Jingzhou to oversee the war in Jingnan. Now that General Miaocai has arrived in Xiangyang, when will it be best?
The naval force includes Du Ji from Ganning and Wei Yan from Lingling... However, Lai Gong is no longer suitable for the post of Wuling prefect... I suggest that two Qiang lieutenant generals, Deng Fan and Qiang school captain Pan Zhang, be recruited to guard Wuling.
.The relationship between these two people is very good with Gan Ning and Wei Yan, so they can cooperate properly and Jingnan will have no worries from now on."
"Deng Fan, Pan Zhang?"
Cao Cao was quite impressed with these two people.
"Aren't they two fighting against the Xiqiang?"
"Bu Zhao has been out of the post of governor of Wuwei for a long time. He has made outstanding contributions in developing the Hexi trade route and must be rewarded. Shi Tao, the governor of Zhangye, has lived in the cold and bitter northwest for a long time and should be used in another important way. Zhang is unwell now, so Hanyang is vacant.
.You can make Shi Tao the prefect of Hanyang, and then go to Jizhou on foot, and become the captain of Yecheng and the prefect of Wei County... The prefect of Wuwei recommends Su Ze, the prefect of Jiuquan, to take over. This man has lived in the northwest for a long time and is very familiar with the Qiang and Hu.
Thinking about it, he is enough to take on the important task of ensuring the prosperity of the Hexi trade route."
Three people were transferred from the northwest at once, and Zhangye County was also left vacant...
After Cao Cao was stunned for a moment, he pointed at Guo Jia and said with a smile: "Fengxiao, you are willing to do your best for Ah Fu... Could it be said that I am really the kind of person who kills donkeys and turns his back on others?"
Guo Jia said seriously: "Jia is like this, not because of Ah Fu, but because of the prime minister.
The Prime Minister's Northwest, when Ah Fu single-handedly captured it, he probably had no intention of taking it as his own. It was just that the situation at that time forced us to make this arrangement. Now that the Northwest is gradually stabilizing, it is time to make adjustments... If things continue like this
, I’m afraid that it will not be a good thing for the Prime Minister or Ah Fu.”
Cao Cao was silent!
What Guo Jia said made sense and forced him to think carefully.
During this period of time, he focused all his energy on Jingzhou and thought relatively little about other things. Cao Peng killed Fu Wan's family and took the blame for him. But from another angle, Cao Peng also came to the forefront.
The northwest pattern is indeed too subtle.
Cao Peng built the business with one hand and managed it with the other...it was inevitable that others would make irresponsible remarks.
It's time to weaken Cao Peng's power in the northwest!
"Su Ze is the prefect of Wuwei, which is appropriate.
It's just that there is a vacancy in Jiuquan and a vacancy in Zhangye, who should take over?"
"Jia recommended another person, Jia Xu's fake son, Jia Xing.
He also lives in the northwest all year round, and is quite popular for his martial prowess. He can be the governor of Zhangye County and assist Su Ze in making the trade routes in the Western Regions smooth. As for the governor of Jiuquan, it is better to be a local...I heard that Licheng Commandery
The school captain Yin Feng is quite talented. If he can be put in charge of Jiuquan, then the trade routes in the Western Regions will be worry-free.
In addition, with the opening of the Western Region trade route, the Western Region Protectorate must also make arrangements.
Jia Zai advises one person, Zhao Qu, the prefect of Jincheng, who can take on the important responsibility of the Protector of the Western Regions..."
If Cao Peng were here, he would definitely pick up the flower seeds.
Guo Jia's adjustment can be said to have caused Cao Peng's power in the northwest to suffer heavy losses. Zhao Qu was the protector of the Western Region, and Jincheng was vacant.
"Then, who can be the governor of Jincheng?"
"Don't drive Xu Shu in Liangzhou, you can be the governor of Jincheng."
This is a huge move!
If it were to be implemented, the transfer of officials at the prefect level would involve nearly ten people, not to mention officials below the prefect, who would also involve dozens of people. Such a large-scale transfer is not a trivial matter.
Cao Cao thought about it for a long time and said to Guo Jia: "Please make a statement on this matter and discuss it again when you return to Xudu."
Cao Cao still had to consider Cao Peng's feelings when he mobilized so many people at once.
A man has just solved a big problem for himself, and now he turns around and gets no reward, but wants to weaken his strength.
Anyone would be dissatisfied with this.
In his heart, Cao Cao did not want to have a real rift with Cao Peng.
"By the way, how did the Prime Minister think about Ah Fu's proposal for his son's marriage last time?"
"this……"
Cao Cao remembered that Cao Peng had really asked for his son's hand in marriage.
Cai Di!
Now it has become Cao Peng's fake person.
But this generation...
Cao Cao couldn't help but have a headache. If he had known about it, he would not have allowed Cai Yan to marry, but he ended up in an embarrassing situation now.
"Forget it, Cai Gong's grandson is worthy of my girl.
I will ask someone to inform Ah Fu about this matter... By the way, what we discussed just now is known to you and me, but not to the third party.
In addition, I will order people to build a dock in the interior. After Gan Ning arrives, let him open a mansion in Zhangshan."
"Here!"
Zhangshan, located on the bank of Han River, is also known as Neifang.
This place is not far from Yunmengze, and you can enter the river in one day by boat.
In this way, the Jingzhou navy can echo the Dongting navy. Even if it cannot resist the Jiangdong navy in a short period of time, it can still cause restraint. There are many skilled craftsmen in the country, it is close to Xiangyang and not far from Jiangxia. Build a shipyard
, which is quite suitable. The most important thing is that it can strengthen Cao Cao's navy.
The ships of the Jingzhou Navy were mostly large-scale building ships.
Previously, he was defeated by Jiangdong and suffered heavy losses... Cao Cao also saw that although the ships of Jiangdong Navy were small, they were very flexible. Therefore, he also thought about it. If he fought against Jiangdong Navy, the flexibility of ships was indispensable.
At this time, Zhang He came to report: "Yang Xiu has been killed!"
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In October of the thirteenth year of Jian'an, Cao Cao finally made up his mind to evacuate Jingnan.
Subsequently, a series of appointments were issued, which surprised many people. In particular, Gan Ning's appointment as the Commander-in-Chief of the Navy was beyond many people's expectations. Previously, many people predicted the candidate for the Commander-in-Chief of the Navy, but no one expected that he would be chosen.
It was Gan Ning. On the sixth day of October, Gan Ning arrived in Linyuan, met with Cao Cao, and took office.
Du Ji, deputy commander of the Navy, also expressed a warm welcome.
When the two met, they showed understanding smiles... We all come from the young master's family, and we should take care of him in the future.
Later, Sun Quan agreed not to go westward to capture Lingling.
Wei Yan took office and became the prefect of Lingling.
Immediately afterwards, Xia Houyuan took over the post of Jingzhou Shepherd, became Jingzhou General, Duxiang Marquis, and military commander of Jingzhou.
Liu Xian, the governor of Nanjun, was transferred from Xiangyang to Xudu.
Wang Wei took over the post of Nanjun Prefect and gained a lot... However, Wang Wei knew very well that if Wenpin hadn't died in the battle at Huya Mountain, he might not have had the chance to be Nanjun Prefect. And Wenpin's son is now under Cao Peng.
Efficiency. If I want to secure my position as governor, my relationship with Cao Peng must not be severed.
Therefore, he ordered people to rebuild Wenpin's tomb and make proper arrangements for Wenpin's family.
Wang Wei also sent people to Hedong to express his gratitude to Deng Ji, and even wrote to Wenwu, asking him to live in Xudu and serve Cao Peng. If there is a chance in the future, he will avenge Wenpin... Wenwu is grateful.
The Battle of Jingzhou has come to an end.
In any case, Cao Cao returned triumphantly.
It was only when he arrived in Xiangyang that he heard that Cao Peng had left Xudu to raise Dianqing and go to prison. This surprised Cao Cao, so he asked Xun Yu jokingly: "Ah Fu is not a person who likes to walk around. Why?"
Do you want to go to jail suddenly?"
Cao Peng, the court captain, actually wanted to deal with Fu Wan's family.
Now, the remaining members of the Han Emperor's party have been killed by Cao Peng. As a court captain, he should actually be very relaxed.
Unexpectedly, he actually went to ask for some punishment?
Cao Cao was very confused, but he quickly put the matter behind him.
Because of Xu Du, a big thing happened.
Cheng Yuman Chong and others, together with the ministers of the DPRK and the Central Government, formally proposed to the Han Emperor in a court meeting that they request Cao Cao to be granted the title of King of Wei.
