Yuan Shao, the father of Fanghua in the Three Kingdoms

Chapter 679 Wrong Meaning
Qiao Rui looked up at the sky. He knew that he didn't have much time left. He had seen enough people and things in his life, and he had no regrets. But the only thing he was worried about was the pair of daughters in front of him.

He is well aware of the dangers and filthiness of this world, so he carefully protects them and does not want them to be harmed by the outside world. However, once he dies and the shade of the trees covering his daughters disappears, Qiao Rui can already imagine their appearance. Avoid future dangers.

It's not like Qiao Rui didn't consider finding a husband to protect them, but Yuan's proclaiming himself emperor kept him from having time to stop. When he really had time, he was already close to death.

This matter cannot be delayed any longer!

Thinking of this, Qiao Rui cleared her throat and said: "There are many famous young talents in Jianghuai, and there are also many people whose reputations are widely spread. Do you have anyone you like?"

The young and old Qiao looked at each other and immediately understood Qiao Rui's intention, but hesitated for a moment.

Qiao Rui sighed, "Think carefully these days. While my father is still alive, I can arrange your marriage so that I won't have any regrets."

After hearing this, Xiao Qiao felt even more complicated, and they had no choice but to comfort each other: "Father will be fine."

Qiao Rui smiled bitterly, "I know my body well."

"It's really my fault for this. It was a little too hasty, but you are two years old, so this is the right thing to do."

He sighed: "In the past few years, I felt that among the young men in Jiangdong, no one could compare with Sun Bofu and Gong Jin. Unfortunately, they have already married, and it is really too unfair to let you be my concubines."

"However, what no one expected was that Sun Bofu was assassinated due to his jealousy of talents. I heard that his injuries were serious and he might not be able to survive."

After hearing this, Xiao Qiao also had complicated expressions. The place where Sun Ce was assassinated was not far from Qiao Rui Mansion. At that time, the loud shouts of killing came in, frightening the two of them. They thought Wancheng was invaded by the enemy. .

As a result, the news was received the next day that Sun Ce had been assassinated, which surprised Qiao Rui. Who is so bold as to assassinate someone in the street?

After that, Sun Ce left Wancheng soon and took a boat back to Wu County. This made Qiao Rui and his daughter smell something unusual. Sun Ce's injury may not be that simple!
Now that Qiao Rui asked Qiao Rui about their marriage, they all had mixed emotions. Who would have known that a few years ago, the two sisters had a good impression of Sun Ce and Zhou Yu, but later they gradually discovered that the other party did not seem to be what they thought before. Such a good idea.

Da Qiao hesitated for a long time, then whispered: "My daughter doesn't really like anyone."

Xiao Qiao quickly said: "Me too."

Qiao Rui felt strange. A few years ago, he had tested the young and old Qiao. The two sisters had even expressed their admiration for Sun Ce and Zhou Yu respectively. Fortunately, he thought that the young man in their eyes was Sun Ce and Zhou Yu. What kind of appearance, why is it so plain now?
He only said that his daughter was shy, and then said: "If anyone can protect you, at least it must be from a wealthy family."

"I heard that Li Shu's son proposed to marry the Liu family. There was a big fuss in the end, but in the end it was nothing. Yuan Shijun even wrote a long poem about it?"

"I've seen it, and I can only say that Shijun's literary talent and calligraphy are all the best. I can't help but be amazed. His military strategy and literary literacy are all at such a level. I don't know how Yuan Benchu ​​is. Taught.”

Listening to Qiao Rui's praise of Yuan Xi, Xiao Qiao couldn't help but reveal a smile on his face that he didn't even notice. He said in unison: "My father has a good eye for that poem."

The two of them realized that they were talking exactly the same thing, so they quickly woke up and immediately fell silent, their faces getting slightly hot.

Qiao Rui was completely unaware and continued: "Li Shu is now the governor of Lujiang County and is highly appreciated by the envoy. I have also met his son. He is indeed a talented person."

"If either of you two is interested, I can talk to him."

When the two women heard this, their hearts tightened. It turned out that Qiao Rui meant this!
They became entangled in their hearts and bowed their heads more and more silently. Qiao Rui felt strange and asked, "What's wrong?"

"Does his son have some bad habits that I don't know about?"

Da Qiao hesitated for a long time and then said softly: "I have never met my daughter, but I always feel that it is not appropriate."

Qiao Rui sighed: "In normal times, I can let you choose slowly, but now my life and death are unpredictable at any time, so it is inevitable to find a way out for you earlier."

"But my father's abilities are limited after all. Since Yuan Gongli's defeat, the people I knew before were all officials and generals of Duke Ben Chu. They have escaped or been captured, and they have disappeared, let alone their families."

"Now I can only speak to a few families in Wancheng with some dignity. No matter how far away I am, there is nothing I can do."

What Qiao Rui said was true. Although he was on good terms with Yuan Xi, after all, all the people he knew were from Yuan Shu's faction. Many of those people were unpredictable, which led to all his hopes of finding someone to entrust him with taking care of his daughter. .

However, Qiao Rui and Yuan Xi have some affection, and Wancheng officials also take a high look at him. However, he is not a person who does not know how to advance and retreat. He knows that if he uses Yuan Xi's relationship to make profits, it will inevitably affect the other party's reputation, not to mention his own. He originally owed the other party's life-saving grace.

He sighed, it was really difficult for him to repay Yuan Xi's favor.

He saw his two daughters bowing their heads in silence, and wanted to ask questions, but a maid came in and said that Li Shu was here.

After hearing this, Qiao Rui felt strange. Li Shu was now in a high position and he was just a dying man. Why did he visit him in person?
He reluctantly stood up and said, "I'll go to the door to greet you." After saying that, his legs and feet went weak and he almost fell. Seeing this, Xiao Qiao quickly came up to support him and whispered: "My father is not feeling well, so why do he have to work by himself?"

Qiao Rui gasped a few times, and when her body gradually gained strength, she took steps and walked outside while saying: "He is now a very important person under the commander. Maybe you will have to rely on him when you return to your home in the future. ."

"This is a good opportunity. You can meet me as a father."

"What I am most proud of as a father is the two of you. No matter in terms of appearance or female skills, you are not inferior to other noble women."

"If Li Shu sees it, he will definitely propose marriage for his son. As long as one of you two decides on a destination, I can rest assured."

Thinking of this, he lost his voice and said, "Is this why Li Shu is here?"

After hearing this, Xiao Qiao felt inexplicably conflicted and wanted to find an excuse to avoid seeing her. However, seeing Qiao Rui's expectant look, she had no choice but to suppress her inexplicable restlessness and support Qiao Rui to the courtyard to greet her.

When Li Shu got off the carriage, he found that it was Qiao Rui who came out to greet him in person. He hurriedly stepped forward and said, "How can I let Mr. Qiao do this? It's really embarrassing for me."

He then said to Xiao Qiao: "I have seen two girls."

Qiao Rui was startled when he saw this, "Mr. Fu, have you seen my little girl?"

Li Shu smiled and said, "When the envoy stayed temporarily in Qiao Gong's mansion, I came to visit the envoy and saw the beauty of the daughter."

Qiao Rui suddenly realized that this was the case. Li Shu came here today to propose marriage for his son!

After the two sat down, Li Shu opened his mouth, but what he said surprised Qiao Rui.

It turned out that Li Shu and Liu Xun had peace talks, and the other party sent Liu Ye out. Li Shu wanted to let him work for Yuan Xi, but he had no other choice. He suddenly remembered that before Yuan Xi left, he said that he had left something at the bridge. , if Liu Ye comes over, you can use this thing to recruit him.

When Qiao Rui heard this, she realized what she was doing. She patted her head and said, "You said that my memory made me really give me a box!"

"As for what's inside, I don't know."

He ordered someone to take the box, took out a key from his waist, touched the lock on the box, and said with a smile: "When Yuan Shijun handed it to me, I didn't think much about it, but I never thought about opening it. "

There was a click, and the lock opened. Qiao Rui opened the lid of the box. Li Shu leaned over and took a look, only to find that there was a seal document inside.

When the two opened it, they were immediately surprised. This turned out to be the seal and ribbon of the Jiujiang Prefect, as well as the appointment document!
Seeing Liu Ye's name on it and Yuan Xi's seal, the two of them realized that Yuan Xi wanted to appoint Liu Ye as the governor of Jiujiang, to govern Shouchun, and to lead local military affairs!

The two of them were surprised that Yuan Xi valued Liu Ye so much. What was even more shocking was that Yuan Xi had made the seal before he set off. At that time, not to mention Shouchun, even Hefei had not been conquered.

Where did Yuan Xi get the confidence to make seals and ribbons first and then attack the city?
If the city cannot be conquered, wouldn't it be a loss of face?

Is this because Yuan Xi is confident, or is it due to other reasons?
A thought flashed through their minds at the same time. They heard that Yuan Xi had a stargazing expert by his side. Could it be that he could really predict the future?
Li Shu carefully put away the box and sighed: "With this thing, my chances of convincing Liu Ye will be much greater."

Immediately there was a hint of envy in his eyes, "Mr. Qiao and the envoy have a close relationship."

"For such a big matter to be handed over to Duke Qiao alone, it shows your trust in him."

He glanced at Xiao Qiao and thought that his suspicion must be true. Yuan Xi came to live in Qiao Mansion alone. I'm afraid it was not entirely Qiao Rui's relationship!
When Qiao Rui saw Li Shu's actions, he misunderstood. He was afraid of missing the opportunity, so he said, "Is the young son of the prince not yet married?"

Li Shu smiled bitterly and said, "This matter caused quite a stir some time ago. Fortunately, you helped me deal with the aftermath. I'm really grateful."

"As for my child, if he is not blessed, forget it."

Qiao Rui asked tentatively: "Are there any other matchmakers?"

Li Shu nodded, "Yes, yes, but none of them are satisfied, and they are still undecided."

Seeing that Li Shu didn't seem to be on the right track, Qiao Rui lost her temper and simply said bluntly: "What do you think of my little girl?"

As soon as this moment came out, Xiao Qiao's expression changed slightly.

However, what made Qiao Rui even more unexpected was that Li Shu's expression suddenly changed, and he waved his hands and said, "Mr. Qiao is joking, how can a little dog dare to fight with the envoy?"

Qiao Rui heard this and didn't react for a moment. What did Li Shu mean by this?
(End of this chapter)