Time has changed, and the strength and status of the two battalions of Chuang Cao are no longer what they used to be. Luo Rucai was eager to meet Li Zicheng. After arriving in Xichuan, he took only a few generals and counselors and more than a hundred cavalry to rush to Li Zicheng's army.
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After Li Zicheng received the news, he was also shocked. After all, most of the time in the past, Luo Rucai's strength and reputation were above King Chuang. Now that Luo Rucai has lowered his profile so low, it not only shows that Cao Ying's situation is indeed very difficult, but also that Luo Rucai
The intention to cooperate is very strong.
Tian Jianxiu and Niu Jinxing went to greet them outside the camp in person. Tian Jianxiu was very surprised that Luo Rucai took such initiative, while Niu Jinxing thought more. He guessed that Luo Rucai took face so lightly, so he had the command power, Liang Mo.
In terms of distribution, it will be taken very seriously!
Hundreds of cavalrymen lined up to greet them at the roadside. Their flags were clear, their armor was dazzling, their men and horses were strong, and their troops were in order. This kind of military appearance and aura clearly surpassed that of Cao Cao's camp, which was in a state of decline.
Even the generals Yang Chengzu and others in Cao's camp who were not very fond of the Chuang army sighed in their hearts: "We haven't seen each other for a year. The Chuang army has really flourished, and Li Zicheng is indeed extraordinary!"
Amidst the sound of gongs, drums and firecrackers, Tian Jianxiu and Niu Jinxing welcomed Luo Rucai to the camp to rest. Then Li Zicheng was not arrogant. Although he did not go to the camp gate to greet him in person, he seemed to have a higher status than Luo Rucai. But when Luo Rucai entered
After arriving at the camp, Li Zicheng still welcomed him with great grandeur. After meeting, he shook hands and exchanged old words. He was very attentive and seemed to have forgotten all about Yiling.
At the banquet, Li Zicheng knew that Luo Ru was good at food and music, so he spent a lot of money to hire cooks and singers from Dengzhou to add to the fun. In addition to Li Guo, Li Laiheng, his father and his son, and Liu Fangliang, all other generals from the army were also there to accompany him.
Li Zicheng first asked about the situation of Zhang Xianzhong and Ge Zuo's fifth battalion in recent years, and then said: "Brother Cao, you are here today, and the whole army here is full of joy. If you and I work together, we don't have to worry about not being able to do it within two or three years."
Create a great situation.”
King Chuang raised his glass and said to Luo Rucai: "We were brothers who had exchanged posts. You are the elder brother and I am the younger brother. We are not casual acquaintances. When we encounter major military and political matters, we will discuss them. I want to listen to you more."
My opinion. You and I are honest about everything. Let's break through. Cao's two battalions, hundreds of thousands of men and horses, will become a rope, which can be invincible in the world. My men and horses are just like your own men and horses, and no one will ever defeat them.
You, Commander-in-Chief, are treated like an outsider. If any of my generals disrespect you, I will either punish or kill you, and I will never tolerate it!"
Luo Rucai laughed loudly, took two sips of wine, and replied: "I know you don't treat others like Lao Zhang. We have been friends with Lao Zhang for many years. You also know that he is often domineering, as if I, Cao Cao, left Xiying.
It seems like I can't survive. I think about the big picture, I can endure it, and don't care about small things. What's hard to do is that my soldiers are often suffocated, and it would be even more unsightly to join forces, so I am hasty.
The whole army is coming for you."
Luo Rucai was talking about Zhang Xianzhong, but the implication seemed to be that Li Zicheng should never treat him as a subordinate. Even though he, Luo Rucai, thought of the overall situation and could accept the unified command of the Chuang army, the brothers below Cao Ying
, will never tolerate being the kid who breaks into the camp.
But he quickly lowered his stance and added: "I have something to say first: I am here to vote for you and serve as your leader. If you remember our original friendship, look up to me, and ask me to be your helper, I will be satisfied."
From now on, there is no need to say that I am the elder brother and you are the younger brother. You are the coach, and the coach is considered the elder brother!"
Li Zicheng smiled and shook his head. He held Luo Rucai's hand and said, "I haven't said who will be the commander. The two of us are still in charge together. We can discuss things together."
Luo Rucai still couldn't figure out Li Zicheng's attitude. He didn't know whether Li Zicheng was being modest on purpose or if it was true. But he thought that he needed to find a way to get money and food from the wealthy Chuang army, so he still said: "Our two families run a joint venture. Chuang camp's
There are so many more soldiers and horses than Cao's camp, so we should still serve you as the master so that we can fight together. You are the marshal, and it is only natural that I will be your assistant."
Li Zicheng lowered his head and took a sip of wine, while Niu Jinxing smiled and said: "Commander Cao has come to join forces and wants to serve King Chuang as the master. This has been said a long time ago, and it is also what the people want and what everyone hopes for. There is no need to invite King Chuang today.
It’s more important to be humble and discuss important matters.”
Song Xiance went on to say: "Commander Cao came to join us this time, naturally he sincerely respects the marshal as his master. The soldiers of the two families will definitely work together to kill the enemy. After the success, we will share the wealth. But now our master has been affected by Henan
The people praise him as the Marshal of Fengtian and Yidu. I think Marshal Cao should use a similar official name since he wants to cooperate with him, right?"
Luo Rucai had heard about Li Zicheng claiming to be marshal when he was in Huguang. However, he had not thought about it. Song Xiance's question could not help but make him a little flustered.
He had no choice but to reply with an air of incompetence: "Although I have been rebelling for more than ten years and currently have many people under my command, I have never been ambitious. If the soldiers respect me, they call me Commander Cao. No.
You can also call me Lao Cao or Cao Cao if you are a polite acquaintance. Am I here to fight for some kind of title? I think it’s better to just continue to call me Commander Cao."
Li Zicheng quickly advised: "Brother Cao, you are a magnanimous man and don't stick to trivial matters. What you said is indeed correct. However, our troops are getting more and more. In the future, we will march and fight without a formal title, which will have some disadvantages for the unified army."
.So I think it would be better to determine the military structure as soon as possible and give them a unified name."
Luo Rucai couldn't figure out what kind of medicine Li Zicheng was selling in his gourd, so he had to pretend to be generous and said with a smile: "Does Zicheng want to give me an official position?"
Niu Jinxing stroked his beard and said with a smile: "Our boss thinks that Commander Cao has a high status, so we want to give the title of Marshal of Fengtian Advocacy City to Commander Cao. Commander Cao has high qualifications, so he naturally lives up to everyone's expectations, so we arranged it like this
Can it also stabilize the morale of Cao Ying’s soldiers?”
As soon as Niu Jinxing said these words, the faces of all the generals in Cao camp changed drastically. Luo Daien, Luo Yanqing and others were shocked, while Luo Rucai's nephew Yang Chengzu, Yang Shengzu and others were happy.
Luo Rucai himself was shocked, but he didn't believe that Li Zicheng would really give him the title of marshal. Seeing that Cao Ying's military advisor Ji Wei shook his head, he smashed the wine glass to the ground and cursed: "Who gave this to him?"
Zicheng’s bad idea? It’s obviously to drive a wedge between Cao Ying and Chuang Ying!”
"I, Luo Ru, only weigh a few pounds. Don't I know it myself? If you give me such a high title, can I bear it? If you raise my weight too high, aren't you trying to take away my blessings?"
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Niu Jinxing shook his fan and then persuaded him: "Commander Cao is highly respected among the rebels and has great prestige. Please don't resign with modesty and live up to the sincerity of all the soldiers in the camp."
Luo Rucai slammed the table again, pointed at Niu Jinxing and said loudly: "You are not looking down on me or respecting me, but you are trying to shorten my life! Zi Cheng, let's make it clear, I will never accept it.