Shuhan

Chapter 158: Meng De is critically ill, Liu Xie sends another order!

Before the Jiangling army formation, Zhuge Jin rode forward and said, "Your Highness, my lord has agreed to negotiate a peace. Most of the conditions have been agreed, but the detailed rules still need to be discussed."

Sure enough I agree!
Liu Chan's face showed joy.

It's meaningless to spend any more with Jiangdong.

Although he boasted about Haikou, he said that he could defeat Jiangdong's army and fight all the way to Jianye.

But
Even if it is to lay down Jianye, so what?

Can control Jiangdong?

Can't control it.

From Chengdu to Jingzhou, within two or three months, Nanyang was taken, and the three counties of Jingzhou were about to be taken.

There are as many as four counties in this land, hundreds of thousands of people, do you need to appease?
These places have just been laid down, how can they be used by him if they are not stabilized?
Besides
Soldiers are also human beings, they are not machines. After months of fighting, they feel tired and miss their families. If you want them to keep fighting, are they willing?

Although there were 75 shi of grain and grass transported by Jiangdong, it was almost consumed after being swallowed by people.

The war is burning money, Yizhou's people's power is weak, and the land of Jingzhou, after the war, urgently needs to recuperate.

You can suffer the people for a while, but you cannot suffer the people all the time.

Nanyang County is a counterexample.

In order to conquer Jingzhou, Cao Cao oppressed Nanyang too much, causing Hou Yin and Wei Kai to rebel against Wei.

If Liu Chan starts military affairs again, the people of Jingzhou may lose their hearts.

If the hearts of the people are not on Liu Chan, once there is a change, no matter how much territory has been conquered, it will be lost.

The territory is yours only if you have completely digested it.

otherwise
No matter how much you lay down, you can't control it, you can't turn it into your own sphere of influence, and you can't provide yourself with food, grass, and manpower, so what's the use?

In the past two months, too many battles have been fought.

Now that the alliance between Wei State and Jiangdong has been broken by him, he should use this rare window to restore people's strength and train new soldiers.

When Wei Wang Cao Cao dies, it may be a chance to send troops to Yingchuan and take Yuzhou!

"Let him in." Liu Chan said softly.

Guan Yinping's face was full of admiration.

"Your Highness, from this point of view, the war in Jingzhou has subsided, and Jiang Dong agrees to the terms of the peace agreement with His Highness, then we will once again form an alliance with Jiang Dong to attack Wei Guo."

Sun Quan really has no credibility.

It is undeniable that among the three forces, if Liu Chan wants to attack Wei, it is necessary to win over Jiangdong.

Unless he can swallow Jiangdong in one gulp.

But with his current size, it is completely impossible.

Can only wait for the future.

Zhuge Jin walked in slowly, got off his horse, saluted Liu Chan and said, "The foreign envoy pays homage to Your Highness."

Liu Chan raised his hand and said, "Since you want to swear an alliance, you will withdraw from Jiangxia first, and I will also let Yu Jin withdraw from Xiakou, so as not to prevent your army from the south bank of Jiangdong from withdrawing to Jiangdong, and discuss the details later. "

Withdraw first?

Zhuge Jin shook his head again and again, and he said: "The covenant has not been completed, and our Jiangdong army will naturally not withdraw from Jingzhou."

He looked at Liu Chan's frown and the displeasure on his face, and Zhuge Jin quickly added a sentence.

"Although we will not withdraw from Jingzhou, our army will withdraw to Zhouling. At the same time, our lord will issue a military order ordering all ministries to stop fighting your ministry."

Hearing this, Liu Chan was satisfied.

He nodded and said: "That's pretty much the case. The place for the peace negotiation will be in Huarong. After three days, if Jiangdong really stops fighting with our Jingzhou soldiers, you will bring the mission to Huarong to discuss the specifics of the peace negotiation." matter."

Liu Chan's words were very thoughtful, Zhuge Jin nodded and said, "I will follow your Highness's words."

Zhugejin received Liu Chan's reply, and galloped quickly to the Jiangdong army camp to pass the news to Sun Quan.

Hearing the news from Zhuge Jin, Sun Quan felt very disappointed.

It was negotiated.

It is to let go of the hanging heart, but there is a little unwillingness in my heart.

After renouncing the alliance, Sun Quan lost too much.

Han Dang, Quan Cong, and tens of thousands of powerful Jiangdong soldiers.

Mrs. Bu Lianshi was even thrown in Huarong City.

Although he got Liu Chan's promise to negotiate a peace.

However.
The three counties of Jingzhou were lost, and the indemnity was sent to send food and strong labor.

He Jiangdong, he was about to bleed heavily.

Fortunately
It's not that there is no possibility of making up for it.

Hefei!

Xuzhou!

Liu Gongsi can't beat him, and Jingzhou can't take it down. Now, he can only plan Xuzhou.

In fact, from this point of view, I have an in-law relationship with that little Liu Chan, and the alliance with him is much more stable than the alliance with Wei Guo.

just
The Crown Prince Liu Gongsi of Hanzhong is as wise as a demon, if he defeats Wei Guo, wouldn't it be Jiangdong's turn next?

Hey ~
Sun Quan shook his head and threw out the thoughts in his head.

Thinking about it now, it's still too far away.

If he can be as powerful as a bamboo in Xuzhou, he may not be able to compete with Liu Gongsi!

Sun Quan recovered a little bit of energy, and sent an order to the left and right: "Send an order to all armies to stop all offensive actions, wait for the discussion and completion, and then make further calculations!"

perhaps
It was wrong to break the alliance in the first place.

If he really formed an alliance with Liu Gongsi to attack Hefei, maybe Hefei is already in his hands now.

How come to the point of losing troops and generals now.

However, in this world, where do so many ifs come from?
Wei State.

Xu all.

In Wei Wangfu.

Cao Cao, who was sitting on the main seat, looked a little haggard.

His hair was dry and unkempt, messy like a bird's nest.

The originally strong figure was now skinny.

At first glance, the pale face looks like a dying person.

"Cough cough~"

Cao Cao coughed twice in pain. He rubbed his forehead with his hands, and his brows were wrinkled into a Sichuan character. People around could feel the painful expression.

Beside him, the internal officer serving him did not dare to step forward to serve him.

It is true that in the past few days, too many internal officials have died in the hands of Cao Cao.

To serve?

If there is any dissatisfaction in the king's heart, wouldn't his life be lost?
"The battle situation is unfavorable, what can we do?"

The news of Xu Huang's defeat had reached Xu Du before ten days ago.

When Cao Cao heard the news at the time, his blood surged immediately, and before he could get angry, he passed out directly.

After being in a coma for three days, he was revived by doctors.

Although the person woke up, his body has been getting worse day by day since that fainting.

Head wind, every day in the crime.

Headache, chest tightness, distension, mental fatigue, and acupuncture-like pain tormented him all the time.

Famous doctors from Xudu and even Yuzhou came here.

Few people dare to say that he can be cured of his disease.

The only person who dared to say that he could cure his illness has been escorted by him to the Xudu Prison.

Split my head with a sharp axe?

Head split?
Can people still live?

It's clearly an assassin who wants to kill me Cao Mengde in the name of curing illnesses!

How can I, Cao Cao, be captured without a fight?
Punishment for Hua Tuo really made him happy.

But the wind is not necessarily good. He, Cao Cao, has not been able to sleep peacefully for several days.

The dark circles on his face were as if someone had punched his eye sockets several times with his fist.

"Inside and outside the court, Xu are all up and down. Is there any turmoil in the territory of Wei?"

Cao Cao described it as haggard, but those eyes were emitting light, and ordinary people would not dare to look at them.

Sick tiger.

That's a tiger too!

Tiger's prestige still exists.

"Your Majesty, there are rumors in Xudu that the king has passed away. Inside and outside Xudu, undercurrents are surging, especially the officials who have entered the palace. These days, the rumors have become more and more frequent. I am afraid that there may be some hidden conspiracy in it."

Jia Xu, with wrinkled face and gorgeous hair, stepped forward to report.

In the palace?

Cao Cao frowned slightly.

"Your Majesty, there are rumors spreading in Xudu, I think it's better to quell the rumors as soon as possible to reassure people."

Cao Xiu, who was known as the "Thousand-mile horse" and led the tiger and leopard to ride the guard, had a worried look on his face, and at this moment stepped forward to warn.

"As long as your majesty goes out to show his face, the rumors will be destroyed, and people's hearts will be stable. The one in the palace will not dare to make any moves."

If he showed his face, the ghosts and monsters would not dare to appear in broad daylight.

But
Although I am not dead, Cao Cao can feel the fading away of my vitality.

The days of being alone are numbered.

One's own body, one's own understanding.

Cao Cao no longer has the ambition to compete for world hegemony.

To compete for hegemony in the world also requires a strong body, as he is dying now, what he thinks is what happens after his death.

The news that he was seriously ill and even passed away spread wildly in Xudu, and even once spread to Yingchuan.

Hearing this news, if there is a heart of disobedience, there will be chaos.

He, Cao Cao, may be the last to sweep away the disobedients in Wei, and remove the last obstacle for his son.

As for domination?
It will be handed over to the latecomers.

Children and grandchildren have their own blessings, and he, Cao Cao, can't do everything for future generations.

"There is no rush to come forward."

"Since this is the case, the prince should be called back. Xudu is in danger. If there is no prince in charge, there may be turmoil."

"Bringing the son back, I am afraid that the rumors about the death of the king will be confirmed, so it cannot be done."

Liu Ye said on the side.

Cao Cao's eyes flickered, but he had a different opinion in his heart.

"Perhaps. Only by dying alone can the non-subjects inside and outside Xudu be drawn out. Only by drawing them out can there be a possibility of destroying them."

otherwise
Knowing that there are disobedient people in Xudu, but he doesn't know who to attack, so that the school affairs office is panicked and alienated.

Cao Xiu frowned slightly.

"It's just that there were people who followed the general trend. Although they didn't have much loyalty to the king, they didn't have much friendship with the person in the palace. The king faked his death, and he was afraid that these swinging fencers would be forced to the other side."

Sitting on the fence?
Cao Cao snorted coldly and said, "If there is no absolute loyalty, then there is absolute disloyalty!"

In times of crisis, dare to double-face three swords, this generation, why keep it?

kill!

kill!

kill!

Go underground and accompany me!
Cao Cao's eyes were full of murderous intent, and he said: "Without blood and fire, maybe it's hard to be sure."

Nanyang was defeated, and Liu Xuande was still watching in Guanzhong.

He, Cao Cao, is in poor health and fears that he will die soon.

When the wind and rain are precarious, there cannot be any compassion.

A thunderous blow, no hesitation in death or injury!

If you want to stabilize the court with one blow, you can stabilize people's hearts with one blow!

No matter how much blood is shed, no matter how many heads are lost?
Cao Mengde doesn't even care!

"Perhaps this plan can kill someone for the king." Jia Xu narrowed his eyes slightly, with an old fox-like smile on his face.

kill a person?
Cao Cao was stunned.

"Kill who?"

Jia Xu didn't hold back, just said it directly.

"Guan Yunchang is right!"

cloud long?

Cao Cao was stunned, and couldn't turn the corner in his head for a while.

He smiled wryly and said: "Then Guan Yunchang is one of the most powerful generals in the world. Although I have gathered tens of thousands of soldiers in Xudu, but I am not an elite. If I fight Yunchang, I will definitely not be an opponent. How can I kill him?"

If Yun Chang can be killed, he can attack Wancheng and even have the hope of recovering Nanyang.

But how could Guan Yunchang be so easy to kill?
"We are really powerless to raise our troops to attack Wancheng, but we can invite you to enter the urn and let Yunchang enter Yingchuan to attack us. At that time, killing Yunchang will be as easy as picking something out of a bag."

Please enter the urn?

Cao Cao showed suspicion on his face.

"Although Guan Yunchang has arrogance, he is thoughtful and he is not a fool. Will he enter Yingchuan to die?"

Jia Xu had an inscrutable expression on his face, and he said softly, "What if the news of the king's passing reaches Yun Chang's ears?"

Hearing Jia Xu's words, Cao Cao's eyes lit up.

If the news of Gu's death reaches Na Yunchang's ears, he will definitely think about it and lead his troops into Yingchuan in a vain attempt to break through Xudu, that is a possibility.

Jia Xu is worthy of being a poisoner!

What he wanted to earn by feigning death was the disobedient people inside and outside Xu Du, while what Jia Xu wanted to earn was the life of Yun Chang.

If Yun Chang is killed and Wancheng can be broken, the situation will be different immediately!

but.
Cao Cao thought for a while, but still had doubts in his heart.

"Guan Yunchang is quite resourceful, if he cheats death alone, I'm afraid he won't believe it."

Inside and outside Xudu, the news that Cao Cao was about to die, or that he was dead, was indeed spreading.

But Yun Chang is believable?
Believe it, dare to take orders to go out of Nanyang and enter Yingchuan?

Seeing Cao Cao's troubled expression, Jia Xu naturally knew what was in his heart. Wrinkles piled up on his old face, and he said with a smile: "If the news of the death of the king can't let the soldiers of Hanshouting leave Nanyang, then, plus What about His Majesty's clothes belt edict?"

Your majesty's clothes belt edict?

Cao Cao was stunned.

"Hahaha~"

After thinking for a moment, Cao Cao suddenly raised his head and laughed.

"The meaning of Wen He is to invite Yun Chang to rescue Xu Du in the name of His Majesty?"

Jia Xu stroked his short white beard with his hands, and said with a smile: "I always knew that Guan Yunchang was a loyal man, that is, a loyal man. Your Majesty issued an edict to ask for help. How could he not come?"

"If that's the case, then there's nothing wrong with it!"

Jia Xu deserves to be Jia Xu!
Older gingers are more spicy!
"If this plan is implemented, Yunchang will perish, and Wancheng will be taken down. Jiangling will be held back by Jiangdong, and Jingzhou will be a plan!"

Now, Cao Cao only knows that Jiangdong Sun Quan is confronting Hanzhong Prince Liu Gongsi in Jiangling.

As for the changes in the battle situation, because of the distance, he couldn't know right away that the war in Jiangling had actually stopped and it was entering the final stage of peace negotiations.

From Cao Cao's point of view, Sun Quan still has some skills, and he has an army of [-] in his hands. Even if he can't defeat Liu Gongsi, the crown prince of Hanzhong, it will be no problem to hold him for a few months.

"Your Majesty has passed away, and His Majesty is wearing an imperial edict. It can't be said that it is safe."

Such a meticulous plan, can't it be called foolproof?
Cao Cao looked at Jia Xu and asked, "Wen He still has a lesson?"

Jia Xu smiled lightly and said: "Since you are acting, you should do it well. The king's passing away will create a scene of chaos in Xudu and instability of people's hearts in Yuzhou. The hall is devoid of morality, the king can send a few people to communicate with Yunchang in secret, and lure Yunchang into Yingchuan."

Now the king of Hanzhong, Liu Gongsi, has won a lot of victories several times, and the morale of the army and the people are stable. On the Wei side, it is just the opposite.

In addition, the news of Cao Cao's death spread, and some disobedient people wanted to take the opportunity to change their family, which is also normal.

There are these guides, the party leading the way, coupled with the imperial edict of the Han Emperor, and the news of Cao Cao's death.

Attracting an arrogant Guan Yunchang is not a problem.

"Just follow Mr.'s plan!"

Cao Cao looked at Jia Xu with a face full of relief, but amidst this relief, there was also a trace of fear.

These counselors are truly unparalleled in resourcefulness.

Fortunately, these people are used by Cao Mengde.

"Just... Your Majesty, what should we do?"

Cao Xiu frowned slightly and asked softly.

"Don't your majesty go see your majesty?"

See Your Majesty?
Cao Cao fell silent and shook his head.

"This matter is up to you!"

Cao Cao looked at Cao Xiu who was speaking.

"I?"

Cao Xiu was stunned.

But looking at Cao Cao's sharp eyes, he hastened to accept the order.

"promise!"

See Your Majesty?
It's better not to meet each other in this life!

In Cao Cao's heart, he still had a little fear in his heart towards Emperor Liu Xie of the Han Dynasty.

The reason why he was able to establish a hegemony in the Three Kingdoms period and become the ruler of the north is inseparable from his policy of "holding the emperor to command the princes". , became the puppet emperor.

From a certain point of view, Cao Cao was kind to Emperor Xian of the Han Dynasty.

After Dong Zhuo entered Beijing, he abolished the young emperor Liu Bian, and then established Liu Xie as the emperor, that is, Emperor Xian of the Han Dynasty. In other words, Dong Zhuo gave him the throne. After his death, Li Jue and Guo Si conspired against each other, and Emperor Xian of Han's life became even more difficult, and he couldn't even eat.

When Han Xiandi escaped from Luoyang, he was dying. Fortunately, Cao Cao rescued him and prevented him from perishing in troubled times. If he met other princes, he would probably kill him with a knife.

At this time, Cao Cao can say: I am a loyal minister of the great man!I have made a contribution to His Majesty!I am grateful to Sheji!
Of course, Cao Cao is not a loyal minister, or it can be said that at this time, he is no longer as innocent as he was when he was young.

Loyal minister and hero, he chose the latter in the end.

He did this only for himself, but Cao Cao put Emperor Xian of the Han under house arrest, after all, it was against the way of a courtier.

But some things are gradually out of his control.

In fact, Cao Cao welcomed Han Xiandi, and he himself was very helpless. He had to evade Han Xiandi. Cao Cao represented not an individual, but a force. He had many generals and civil servants under him, and even involved the interests of many families. Xiandi's mighty virtue is not enough to convince the crowd, and it is impossible to suppress these people at all. If Han Xiandi is allowed to take over, the foundation created by Cao Cao will be wiped out very quickly. This is something no one wants to see.

But Han Xiandi was not reconciled to being imprisoned, so he also took the opportunity to beat Cao Cao. For example, when Cao Cao planned to conquer Zhang Xiu, he wanted to ask the emperor for instructions according to the rules. When Cao Cao met Han Xiandi, Han Xiandi asked the guards on both sides of the road to drive long halberds Pressing Cao Cao's neck, historical data said "crossed neck", scared Cao Cao's face turned pale, Han Xiandi wanted to make Cao Cao understand that he was the emperor through this operation.

This time Cao Cao was afraid, and never dared to see Emperor Han Xian again. He was afraid that Emperor Han Xian would kill him directly, so he "no longer made pilgrimages", and even moved his office camp to Yecheng.

From a certain point of view, Emperor Xian of the Han Dynasty frightened Cao Cao this time. It was really a stupid act. Cao Cao who was frightened will never come to see you again. What will you do in the future?
There is no chance to get rid of him. As for those pediatrics such as "clothes and belt edicts", in Cao Cao's view, they are all children's stuff, and they don't pay attention to them at all.

If you don't want to be decent, then kill the palace to the point of bloodshed!
But no matter how dishonest Emperor Xian of the Han Dynasty was, he was the emperor after all.

When Cao Cao was young, he also thought about it: to learn literary and martial arts, and to become a king's family.
To be a loyal minister of the Great Han Dynasty, to be famous in history, to be respected and loved by the people of the world, of course it is good!

But now, everything can't go back.

He still has a different kind of affection for Liu Xie, otherwise, he would not marry both daughters into the palace and become the head of the country.

But going to see His Majesty again is impossible!
He was afraid that as soon as he entered the palace, he would be decapitated by the guards in the palace like the great general He Jin and lose his life.

He dared not take this risk.

"Zi Yang, the school affairs office will report to you all the internal and external matters in Xudu. You gather the news and report to Gu every day."

Cao Cao no longer has the energy to meet the intelligence personnel of the school affairs office, so he can only hand it over to his advisers to help him sort it out.

He will be the one who makes the final decision when the time comes.

"promise!"

Liu Ye took the order immediately.

"That's all, lonely, let go."

"promise!"

Everyone backed away slowly.

Cao Cao rubbed his temples and sighed deeply.

Only when you are about to die do you realize how difficult it is to live.

At this moment, Cao Cao really wanted to sing the last line:
I really want to live another 500 years!

But how can a person's life last as long as 500 years?
As strong as Qin Huang and Han Wu, isn't it like a dead bone in a tomb, a cup of loess?
Longevity?

Are there really immortals in this world?

Cao Cao was thinking wildly, but the pain in his head made him gasp.

It's better to die than to live like this.

Hey ~
Xu all.

Royal Palace.

The imperial city is located in the southeast corner of the outer city, which is square in shape, while the inner city is well-defined and mound-shaped, about ten feet above the ground.

In addition to street houses, private houses, and government offices, the buildings in the palace city also include Jingfu Hall, Chengguang Hall, Yongshi Terrace, Yuxiu Terrace, Prime Minister's Mansion, Baizifang, etc., among them.

Jingfu Hall is the place where Emperor Xian of the Han Dynasty attended the court.

now.

In Jingfu Palace.

Emperor Xian of the Han Dynasty, wearing the emperor's robe, was sitting on the dragon chair at the moment.

He has an extraordinary appearance, with sword eyebrows and star eyes, matched with the emperor's costume on his body, people can't help but feel the urge to kneel down when they see him.

Dressed in an official robe, Cao Xiu bowed to Liu Xie who was sitting on the dragon chair, and said, "This is a letter from the King and His Majesty. Your Majesty will naturally know what to do after reading it."

Cao Thief
Han Xiandi Liu Xie's eyes flickered, but he didn't dare to show any displeasure on his face.

He resisted Cao Cao several times, and failed every time.

Every time he fails, the hearts and popularity brought by this big man's 400-year foundation will be reduced.

The four resistances, each time, set off countless bloody storms, how many loyal ministers, with their heads in different places?
Now it's not that Han Xiandi is being honest, but those who still have expectations for the Han Dynasty and those who still care about the great man no longer place their hopes on him.

Rebelling against Cao Cao several times, you are the emperor. Those officials who worked for you died more miserable than the other. This makes those officials dare not help Liu Xie?
Where else is willing to help him?

There is a heart of loyalty, but to die
No one is really tired of living and wants to die.

After receiving the letter from King Wei from the internal officer, Han Emperor Liu Xie opened the letter and read it in front of his eyes.

Cao thief!

The more he looked at it, the more angry Liu Xie felt in his heart!
Call ~
He let out a breath slowly and said, "I will write an imperial edict in my own hand in accordance with what King Wei said."

Cao Xiu smiled lightly and said, "The content of the imperial edict has been prepared, please copy it down, Your Majesty."

Transcribe?

Liu Xie originally had some small thoughts in his heart.

This Cao thief wants to lure Han Shouting Hou into Yingchuan, how can he do what Cao thief wants?
Although Liu Xuande is not a loyal person, he dares to call himself King of Hanzhong.

But compared to you, Cao Mengde, that's still submissive!

Besides
Wouldn't it be more exciting to watch your dog bite the dog?

Having been in a high position for more than ten years, he has experienced all kinds of storms and waves.

Han Xiandi Liu Xie was no longer as reckless as he was when he was a teenager.

He also understood that although he has the name of Emperor Han, he has no real identity as Emperor Han.

Cao thief is like this, so is Uncle Liu Huang.

No matter who wins, he will not end well.

The difference is that if Thief Cao gains power, he is usurping the Han, and when Liu Xuande gains power, he is the Sanxing Dahan.

In his heart, Liu Xie certainly hoped that Liu Bei would win.

Although Uncle Liu has a different heart, his surname is Liu after all.

After you eunuch Cao Cao, how dare you spy on the supreme position?

"Pen and ink serve."

He immediately ordered around.

I don't want Cao Xiu to say on the side: "Please borrow your majesty's dragon blood."

Blood book?
Back then, when he was wearing an imperial edict, he used his own blood to write the bloody book.

Looking at the letter from the King of Wei, there are hundreds of words in the imperial edict to lure the Marquis of Han Shouting to come, asking him to write it with blood.
He immediately shook his head and said, "Go and prepare the blood of livestock."

Acting doesn't have to be so real.

"Never mind."

Cao Xiu thought for a while, anyway, it is just a blood book, whose blood is not blood?

He immediately ordered the internal officials in the palace to take blood, took a large bowl, and placed it in front of Han Emperor Liu Xie's case.

Picking up the pen, Liu Xie waved it immediately.

Cao Xiu watched from the sidelines, seeing the emperor's cooperation, he let out a breath of foul air slowly.

It would be great if this His Majesty has always been so knowledgeable.

Everyone is decent.

It made it difficult for everyone to get off the stage, so why bother?
A quarter of an hour later, the blood book written with a single pen has already been written.

Putting down the pen, Liu Xie looked at Cao Xiu expressionlessly, and said, "I'm tired."

Cao Xiu took the blood book in his hand, examined it carefully, and after confirming that there was no problem, he bowed to Liu Xie and said, "I respectfully send Your Majesty back to the palace!"

Liu Xie was noncommittal, walked out of Xuchang Palace slowly, took the emperor's chariot, and headed towards the harem.

emperor?

Ha ha.

Liu Xie, who was sitting on the emperor's chariot, gave a wry smile.

It's just a sparrow in a cage, a moon in a well.

"Whoo~"

Cao Xiu blew on the blood book, and after confirming that the blood on it was dry, he ordered the eunuch with palm prints to stamp the emperor's seal, then folded the blood book and put it in a pocket made in advance.

He smiled and handed the inlaid jade belt to the young man behind him.

"Sima Fu, take it."

Sima Fu lowered his head, his eyes struggled, but he still tremblingly held the jade belt in his hand.

"Sima Zhongda was unfavorable in his career. After losing the battle, not only did he not answer his promise to plead guilty, but he also colluded with Guan Yunchang. If you can take the blame and make meritorious service this time, your entire Sima family can still survive. If there are other intentions, hehe, man Ding is beheaded, and the women's relatives are filled into the Jiaofang Division, and the Sima family is gone. It's up to you, Sima Fu, whether you will die and the family will be wiped out, or you will flourish."

Cao Xiu patted Sima Fu on the shoulder, the meaning behind his words was self-evident.

"Don't worry, general, Fu knows what to do."

Country and family, loyalty and filial piety, how to choose?
Sima Fu stared at the jade belt in his hand, his eyes showed confusion.

The chariot of Han Xiandi Liu Xie returned to the harem all the way.

Baizifang is the place where the harem concubines live.

Liu Xie's goal is very clear, go directly to the Jiaofang Hall in Caojie, the imperial palace.

"Your Majesty is here~"

From a distance, the sharp voice of an internal officer came.

Empress Cao Jie is wearing a light yellow cloud-smoke sweater that drags the floor, white palace satin plain snow and silk cloud-shaped thousand-water skirt, her hair is combed in a hibiscus bun with smoke, and her face is lightly brushed with thin powder.

As soon as she heard that the emperor was coming, she quickly put down the girl in her hand, got up quickly, and was ready to welcome Liu Xie.

But before she left the hall, she saw a dark-faced young man walking quickly into the hall.

"His Majesty."

Cao Jie saluted Liu Xie politely.

"Humph!"

Liu Xie snorted coldly, he looked at the beautiful Cao Jie, and walked straight into the inner room of the palace.

Empress Cao Jie followed her all the way.

"Your Majesty, did something not go your way?"

For this sensitive emperor's husband, Cao Jie had nothing to do.

But as a wife, as a queen, what can she do?
I should try my best to serve, so I can help you.

Liu Xie just stared at Cao Jie coldly. He could vaguely see Cao Cao's shadow in Cao Jie's eyebrows, and he was even more annoyed.

He just said: "Remove the armor!"

Disarm?

Empress Cao Jie was stunned.

"His Majesty."

Seeing that Cao Jie was indifferent, Liu Xie became even more angry.

"Didn't you hear me when I said removing the armor?"

"Remove the armor! Remove the armor! Remove the armor!"

Facing Liu Xie's stern reprimand, Cao Jie felt aggrieved, but he had no choice but to take off his dress as he wanted.

Cao Mengde!
Cao thief!

You live in the Han Dynasty, but you are a traitor, killing my beloved concubine and humiliating my dignity.

His usual hatred for Cao Cao, his forbearance towards Cao Cao, his humiliation of wanting to kill Cao Cao but not daring to do it, all vented on Cao Jie.

Two lines of clear tears flowed down Cao Jie's beautiful cheeks
He came here today just to vent his anger.

King of Wei, King of Hanzhong, Marquis of Hanshouting, Prince of Hanzhong.
His eyes flickered, the world is wonderful now, but there is nothing to do with him.

Useless!

pain!

My man's 400-year foundation!

But now he can only show off his prestige on women.

You are a piece of shit.

You are a waste!

Ha ha ha.

Liu Xie laughed a few times, and a few hot tears flowed from his eyes, which he quickly wiped away.

It doesn't matter if it's trash or useless.

Just live, just live.

After all, this world does not belong to him, Liu Xie.

After all, he is just a passerby.

Fifteen days later.

Nanyang.

Wancheng.

In the lobby of the government office.

Guan Yunchang, who was wearing a green robe, sat on the main seat. Below him, Guan Ping, Hou Yin, Dong Ligun, Zong Ziqing, Zhou Cang, Zhao Leide and others sat next.

"How is the arrangement for the surrender?"

The matter was handed over to Guan Ping, who immediately stood up and said, "Father, according to His Highness's method, the descendants will select the strong and strong soldiers to fill the army, and the rest will be sent to repair the city, dig mines and farm fields .”

Nanyang experienced a great battle, especially a flood.

Many people were killed and injured, and many fields were abandoned, which could be reclaimed and used for farming, laying a solid foundation for the supply of grain and grass in the coming year.

"Ah."

Guan Yu stroked his long beard, nodded slightly, and then turned his gaze to Zhao Lei.

"What's the matter with the farming?"

Grain Officer Zhao Lei stood up and said, "The land has been settled, and now half of the land has been reclaimed, and the wheat has been planted."

Winter is the time for planting wheat. The thicker the snow falls, the better the harvest will be in the coming year.

"Is it enough for a hundred thousand troops?"

Nanyang Basin is a good place.

After there is no threat from the Wei State in the north, large areas of flat land can be reclaimed for farming.

"It's a pity that there is not enough manpower. If there are tens of thousands of young and strong laborers, maybe it will be enough."

There is also the need to build some water conservancy facilities for farming, which also requires manpower.

The fields are dry and the crops cannot survive.

"I think His Highness will have a solution for the matter of the population."

Now Guan Yu is indecisive and asks Liu Chan.

With this precious son-in-law here, why does Guan Yunchang need to use his brain?

"The war in Jiangling has been decided, so I will report this matter to His Highness, and ask His Highness to bring some troops over!"

"promise."

Zhao Lei immediately took the order.

"Sheriff, there is a gap in the roster of county officials in the county, has it ever been registered?"

Now that Nanyang County has changed owners, the officials appointed by the State of Wei naturally have to be taken down for use first.

As for whether it can be used or not, a decision must be made after the school examination.

of course
Most people probably won't return to their original positions.

As for the reason
too easy.

Liu Chan occupies Nanyang and has the full support of Nanyang nobles. Those who follow him and enter the martial arts hall, don't they need an official position to experience it?
Around Liu Chan, those who have not yet had a position can also get a share of it.

This counting of the rosters of officials in each county is a move to divide the cake.

Someone who has made meritorious deeds will naturally be rewarded.

In addition to money and silk, the official position is naturally the most suitable.

"The statistics have been completed, please take a look at it."

Guan Yu waved his hand and said, "Send this form book to Your Highness."

Although he has the power to decide the appointment of officials, but with His Highness present, this matter should be left to him.

This is an act of peace of mind, His Highness is as skilled as the sky, and it is much better for him to do it than for an old man like him.

Only those who are kings need to take care of themselves. Where does he, Guan Yunchang, need to take care of himself?

"promise."

In fact, Dongli Gun sent the roster to Jiangling early on, and what he has now is just a secondary list.

Guan Yu asked about other affairs in Nanyang County, and found that all affairs were stable, and everything was developing in a good direction.

Although a thousand things are waiting to be done, it is also thriving.

All of this was brought by His Highness!

Guan Yu felt emotional in his heart.

When His Royal Highness came to Wancheng, he defeated Xu Huang and defeated the Wei army.

Going to Jiangling, he defeated Sun Quan in ten days, and once again forced Jiangdong to negotiate a peace alliance.

It even took back the three counties of Jingzhou.

Thinking of his several battles before, he tried to defeat the three counties of Jingzhou from Jiangdong Sun Quan, but he was unsuccessful.

And His Majesty, as soon as he stepped out, it was done.

What else is there to say?

It's time for him to abdicate as an old man.

Before Liu Chan came, the nominal and actual leader of Jingzhou was Guan Yunchang, but after several battles, in the hearts of Jingzhou soldiers and civilians, His Highness may be the commander-in-chief in their hearts, right?
"Your Majesty."

Zong Ziqing stood up at this moment, his eyes flickered, and he said: "The state of Wei is in turmoil, and Cao Cao, king of Wei, seems to have passed away. I don't know the news, have you heard about it?"

Guan Yu really heard this news.

Guan Yu nodded, and said, "I have heard about this matter, why? What advice does Ziqing have?"

Zong Ziqing has made great contributions, and now he has become Sima in the army, entered the sixth stage of the lecture hall, and also served as the prince's personal guard. His status is quite different from before.

This is Liu Chan's reward for his loyalty.

With this reward, his belonging to Jingzhou and his loyalty to Liu Chan will naturally rise to a higher level.

"I don't dare to be a teacher, maybe this is a great opportunity for me to enter Xudu!"

If the news of King Wei's death is true, then the territory of Wei State is probably in chaos at this moment.

Entering the army at this moment, perhaps there is a real possibility of threatening Xu Du, please return to the emperor!

After hearing Zong Ziqing's words, Guan Yu's eyes also flickered.

"To be honest, a certain person also has the idea of ​​sending troops out of Nanyang to point his sword at Xu Du."

The war in Jiangling has stopped, although now, rest and recuperation is what should be done.

But if the news of Cao Mengde's death is true, it is indeed a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to enter Yingchuan.

In the future, it is impossible to have such a good opportunity again!

After all, thief Cao cannot die twice.

"Maybe we should send a letter to your Highness to make a decision on this matter."

Dongli Gun hesitated in his heart.

"I have already sent a messenger to Jiangling, but I don't wait for time. To be honest, someone in Yingchuan has contacted me secretly. I just wait for me to send troops, and they will come to meet me."

Wancheng was able to be defeated precisely because Hou Yin contacted secretly and raised troops at the critical moment.

Now there are also people in Yingchuan secretly contacting her. This is truly a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity!

He must not be missed!
"Father, I don't know if the news of Cao thief's death is true or not. Now in Wancheng, our army has no more than [-] soldiers. I think it's better to wait until His Highness arrives from Jiangling before making any calculations."

"I don't want to miss this opportunity. I won't come again. When His Highness comes from Jiangling, the day lily will be cold."

Although he has absolute confidence in Liu Chan's ability.

But I, Guan Yunchang, am I a fool?
Can't even decide on such a little thing?

"Ping'er, go to the army to prepare for the expedition. In a few days, the troops will leave Nanyang and point the sword at Xudu!"

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