The three countries are very nuclear

Chapter 436 Those who seek others, people always seek them
On the attic of the posthouse.

The maidservant Lu Yi offered a pot of tea, Cai Yan took it and poured a cup for Lin Chao himself.

At this time, Cai Yan, with gentle eyebrows and slender hands, looks like a lady of every family.

Sure enough, all women are born actors, the previous unhappiness seems to have never existed, and Cai Yan's hospitality is beyond reproach, and all aspects are in line with the etiquette.

"Marquis Lin, please!"

Cai Yan had a smile on his brows and eyes, but he also smiled politely.

Looking at Lin Chao again, he looked like he was sitting upright, his face was neither happy nor sad, and he looked at Cai Yan with extremely clear eyes, only pure appreciation of beautiful things.

Although the big bump on his head still hurt a little, Lin Chao thought he couldn't lose his place, so he endured the pain and pretended not to care.After only glancing at Cai Yan, he turned to look out of the window, looking like an elegant scholar listening to the rain by the window.

After hearing Cai Yan's voice, Lin Chao seemed to have just woken up from a trance, and hurriedly cupped his hands and said, "Thank you, Mrs. Cai!"

After all, Lin Chao picked up the teacup, took a sip, and immediately let out a voice of admiration:
"Good tea, Mrs. Cai is good at craftsmanship!"

In short, both of them pretend to be alike, but it's also very hard to pretend...

Strictly speaking, the common drink of this era was wine, not tea.Furthermore, the drinking method of tea in this era is quite complicated, and there are many seasonings in it, so it is not the clear tea of ​​later generations.

The ancients advocated morality and etiquette, which is reflected in all aspects.Etiquette refers to rules, ranging from everything in the world to dressing and eating, and they are all very particular. There are even strict regulations on whether to wear left or right lapels.

Of course, tea is no exception. The more cumbersome the procedure of making tea and the more seasonings are put in it, the more it can reflect the value of etiquette and law contained in it.At least that's the common perception in this day and age.

The tea with scallion, ginger and spices is simply difficult for Lin Chao to drink, and naturally it is not delicious.

Therefore, this praise is purely a commercial bragging.

"Marquis Lin has won the prize."

Cai Yan smiled without showing her teeth, completely satisfying all the fantasies people of this era have about being a lady.

Of course, Lin Chao, who has seen her real face, will definitely not be confused by her.

After the two asked and answered, they entered the cold stage again.

Lin Chao had an awkward yet polite smile on his face, thinking about how to announce the purpose of his trip.

It has to be said that Lin Chao was relieved by Cai Yan's toughness, and his original worries were much less.

This little girl has such a big heart, even if she heard the news of her divorce, she shouldn't be looking for a life or death.

As for Cai Yan, she was also thinking about it.

Lin Zichu, the legendary Wang Zuozhi's talent, actually looks like this. Not to mention frivolous, he has no manners. He actually has the same knowledge as a weak woman like me.

Now you are pretending to be a gentleman, but it doesn't matter, I already know your true face.

Thinking of this, Cai Yan thought of what his father taught him in the past: a person's talent does not conflict with his personal morality.

Emperor Taizu Gao was greedy, lustful, obscene and despicable, but this did not affect him in the slightest because he knew people well and used them well, and eventually ruled the world.

Lin Zichu in front of him is probably also this kind of person who is extremely talented but has corrupt personal morality.

God really has no eyes, to give such a talent to such a narrow minded person.

Although it was the first time they met, Cai Yan had already decided on Lin Chao in his heart—a talented bastard!

After a long while, the atmosphere in the field became subtle again, and a breath of embarrassment filled the two of them again.

Lin Chao coughed lightly, but finally decided to be more tactful.

"Miss Cai, I have something important to do here." Lin Chao said with a smile, "Miss Cai, do you know what it means to send General Lu to invite you to Xuzhou?"

Hearing this, Cai Yan's originally lively mind suddenly became depressed again.

Sure enough, this Lin Zichu came to propose marriage on behalf of Liu Shijun.

It's just that my father isn't here right now, so it's a bit unruly for him to speak directly to me.

Thinking about it, Cai Yan nodded and said: "This matter... my father once told the little girl, but my father hasn't returned yet, and the little girl dare not make a claim."

As long as you know it, then you can open the skylight and speak clearly.

Lin Chao smiled and said: "Miss misunderstood, I didn't come here for marriage, but there is something else I want my lady to know..."

Under Cai Yan's puzzled gaze, Lin Chao slowly said: "The marriage between my wife and Duke Xuande, because of some other reasons... let's let it go."

Cai Yan: "???"

What's the situation, according to Lin Zichu, Liu Xuande wants to regret the marriage?

Why doesn't he want to marry me!

How could I not be worthy of him!

Although Cai Yan cannot be said to be happy about marrying Liu Bei, it is a bit too much for you to openly regret the marriage.This is not only related to Cai Yan's innocence, but also related to Cai Yong's reputation!
A generation of great Confucians admired by the world, a great hero who killed Dong Bandit, and a daughter who killed Dong Bandit's heroine, is so despised by others like an abandoned shoe!
If this spreads, the father and daughter will not meet anyone in the future!

Besides, it wasn't you, Lin Zichu, who proposed marriage to his father on his own initiative, why do you go back on your word!
Thinking of this, Cai Yan felt her blood pressure soar. She was so ashamed and angry that her whole body began to tremble, and her snow-white pretty face instantly turned red again.

But she is a smart woman after all, and she knows that with Liu Bei's current status, whether or not she will marry her is just a matter of words.My father and daughter had no choice but to accept it, and it was enough face to send Lin Zichu to explain to him.

Forget it, it might not be a bad thing not to marry him Liu Xuande.

In just a short moment, Cai Yan has gone through a long journey in his heart, from sadness, disappointment and anger to indifference and calm...and even a sigh of relief.

But how did Lin Chao know this? Seeing that Cai Yan was a little excited, he immediately became vigilant, for fear that Cai Yan would suddenly violently attack him. After all, the Jiaoweiqin was on the table right now.

"Miss Cai, don't worry, this matter is all my fault. Don't worry, my lady, when your father returns, I will definitely come to apologize! Fortunately, the marriage contract between my lady and Duke Xuande has not been announced to the public, and it will not hurt if I let this matter go. The lady is innocent!"

Lin Chaoxu babbled a lot, and seeing Cai Yan's expression gradually calmed down, he felt relieved, and cold sweat rolled down his forehead.

It's dangerous, but fortunately I speak quickly, otherwise I would be hit by this little girl with the piano and appointed to be cool!

Although he has no complaints in his heart, Cai Yan is extremely intelligent, and of course he knows the role he should play at this time, so he pretends to be so sad that he is about to cry.

"Marquis Lin doesn't need to blame himself, the little girl just obeys Duke Xuande and Marquis Lin."

Women are all born actors, and Lin Chao couldn't bear to see this sad and sad look.

This woman is innocent after all, so treating her like this is a bit cruel.It's just that Liu Bei has already made a decision, and Lin Chao has nothing to do.

"Ma'am, I'm sorry for this matter." Lin Chao comforted me, "As compensation, I can satisfy my lady's request to the best of my ability, which can be regarded as an expression of apology."

Cai Yan had accepted this result willingly, but when he heard Lin Chao's words, his mind suddenly became active.

Although Lin Zichu has terrible personal morality, he is not a bad person.

Cai Yan was thinking, a pair of big eyeballs rolled quickly, thinking about what benefits he wanted.

After all, she was a seventeen or eighteen-year-old girl, even though she had read a lot of poetry and books, the city was still a little shallow, and this cheerful mood was immediately captured by Lin Chao.

Looking at Cai Yan who had a hint of joy in his eyes, a question mark slowly popped up in Lin Chao's mind.

Shouldn't I... be tricked by this little girl!
On the opposite side, Cai Yan had already thought about it, quickly cleared up his face, and returned to the previous dejected look, stood up and saluted Lin Chao respectfully, and said, "Lin Hou, the little girl knows that her fate is not good, so she can't help it." I don't dare to have extravagant hopes, I just have an unfeeling request, and I hope Lin Hou will show mercy..."

After listening to Cai Yan's request, Lin Chao's eyelids twitched in shock, and he called him a good guy in his heart.

Well, I was really tricked by this little girl!
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Taishan County, Banyang County.

Since Guan Hai led the army to attack Mount Tai last year, Banyang County has been the first military location to bear the brunt. Lu Qian led [-] troops and stationed here with Xu Sheng.

After several months of fierce fighting between the two sides, Qingzhou Yellow Turban suffered heavy losses and at the same time brought heavy pressure on Lu Qian. The city wall was almost smashed, and Xu Sheng was seriously injured.

When the Yellow Turbans in Qingzhou receded and Lu Qian led his army back to Xuzhou to rest, the army that came to change defense was exactly [-] troops led by Zhang Liao, with Xu Rong and Sun Kang as the lieutenants.

Banyang ordered Yangqin to return to his hometown to observe his filial piety because of his father's death, so in Banyang, all major military and political affairs fell on Zhang Liao's head.

The war can end within a few months, but the trauma caused by the war cannot be eliminated within a few months.Just like the city wall in front of Zhang Liao, even though he ordered his soldiers to repair it after he took office, it is impossible to achieve results in the short term.

The people of Banyang fought for several months last year, and countless people destroyed their homes. Nine out of ten men died. Now the city is full of yin and yang, and there are very few young and middle-aged men left. It is difficult to cope with farming, so Zhang Liao does not Dare to levy corvee again, let the people build the city wall.

The rain was still falling, Zhang Liao stood on the tower and let the spring rain head on, looking at the newly built city wall not far away, but it was destroyed again by the impact of the rain, with a hint of worry in his eyes.

When he arrived, Liu Bei hosted a banquet for Zhang Liao alone.

During the dinner, Liu Bei took Zhang Liao's hand and said earnestly, "Wen Yuan, do you know why someone sent you to guard Banyang?"

Zhang Liao quickly shook his head and said, "My lord is thinking, Liao dare not make wild guesses, but if the lord gives orders, Liao will definitely go through fire and water, and I will do my best!"

This answer was even and sound, but Liu Bei was not very satisfied, so he laughed and scolded: "Wen Yuan, someone is not the master of suspicion, why are you so evasive."

Hearing this, Zhang Liao also laughed: "My lord, Liao knew he was wrong."

If Zhang Liao is a thousand-mile horse, Lin Chao is Bole, but it is Liu Bei who really has the kindness to know him.

When the siege of Mount Tai was resolved last year, Lin Chao suggested that Zhang Liao be the vanguard. At that time, all the officials in Xuzhou felt that it was inappropriate. After all, Zhang Liao was not Liu Bei's Yuan Cong's old army. , No matter how you look at it, it is a bit risky.

At the critical moment, it was Liu Bei who fought against all opinions and won Zhang Liao the opportunity to make contributions.

Whether it's because of his trust in Lin Chao or his love for Zhang Liao, Liu Bei believes that Zhang Liao will never disappoint his expectations.

Facts have proved that Zhang Liao did live up to his expectations and was defeated in all battles. After joining forces with Guo Jia and Xu Huang, he directly killed Chang Xi and defeated Sun Guan's army.

Zhang Liao was very grateful to Liu Bei for giving him this opportunity, and since then he has been devoted to Liu Bei, and his loyalty is not to mention shoulder to shoulder with Zhang Liao, at least he is also a loyal supporter of Liu Bei.

My lord treats me like a national official, Liao will definitely repay me with a national official!
Just when Zhang Liao was moved, Liu Bei spoke again: "Last year when I went to conquer Dong Bandit, I ordered Wen Yuan to stay in Xuzhou, so I didn't get half of the credit. Wen Yuan won't blame X."

Hearing this, Zhang Liao became anxious, and hurriedly expressed his opinion: "My lord, why did you say that? Xuzhou is an important defense for my lord. It is an honor for Liao to stay in Xuzhou!"

"It's good that Wen Yuan can understand someone's painstaking efforts." Liu Bei smiled, and at the same time stretched out his hand to help Zhang Liao sit down, and continued: "Banyang is the gate of Mount Tai. It was attacked by the remnants of the Yellow Turban last year. Fortunately, General Lu fought hard to kill him." , just now to keep the city. Now it’s February, spring is approaching, and when the green and yellow are not ready, I am worried that the remnants of the Yellow Turbans in Qingzhou will attack Mount Tai, so I let you lead the army to garrison in Banyang.”

Hearing this, Zhang Liao immediately stood up and clasped his fists and said, "Don't worry, my lord, but with Liao around, I will never let the thief step into Mount Tai!"

"Wenyuan doesn't need to be so cautious, and the remnants of the Yellow Turbans in Qingzhou may not attack Mount Tai. You are asked to lead the army, just to take precautions in advance." Liu Bei laughed, "Furthermore, the government discussed it a few days ago. What Zichu meant was that our next step is to We want to attack Qingzhou and wipe out the remnants of the Yellow Turbans. So Wen Yuan is going here, and I will give you [-] troops to defend Mount Tai. At the same time, you might as well inquire about the movements of Qingzhou, so as to prepare for the army to send troops to Qingzhou in the future."

After speaking, Liu Bei looked around, then lowered his voice, and continued: "Zi Chu once said to a certain person in private, Wen Yuan's talent is not weak, and he can be called the leader of all generals. This statement is also very important. In order to agree, that's why I entrusted this difficult matter to Wen Yuan, I hope Wen Yuan will not disappoint me..."

Liu Bei's words were still in his ears, and while Zhang Liao was moved, he also secretly swore.

How fortunate to have Duke Xuande as the master!

"A certain general ordered that the city be built as soon as the rain stops, and there must be no slack for a moment! Before the end of the month, the city must be completely built!"

Behind him, the herald clasped his fists and responded:

"only!"

(End of this chapter)