Three Kingdoms: Liu Bei seeks the master and seeks to conquer the world

Chapter 126 Traitor Heroes, Not All the Way After All

Cao Cao's camp.

Zhang Miao looked sad: "Meng De, since he became the leader of the alliance, he has become more and more arrogant. If Han Fu's Jizhou is captured again, no one will be able to persuade him."

"The last time I spoke out to advise, I was reprimanded by Ben Chu. He is no longer the former Ben Chu who spoke boldly with a sword."

"To tell you the truth, if it wasn't for Meng De's insistence, I really don't want to come!"

Zhang Miao, Yuan Shao and Cao Cao were already good friends when they were young, and they have been friends for more than ten years.

However, after Yuan Shao became the leader of the alliance, he became more and more arrogant and arrogant.

Zhang Miao once accused Yuan Shao of the righteousness of the country, but Yuan Shao thought that Zhang Miao was deliberately losing face, so he became resentful towards Zhang Miao, and even angrily denounced Zhang Miao in public.

But Zhang Miao was originally a famous official, and he boasted that his family background and talents were not much worse than Yuan Shao's, so he couldn't bear it.

The righteousness of friendship for more than ten years has also been broken.

"Meng Zhuo and Han Fu are incompetent, and the counties and states in Jizhou are dissatisfied."

"Fang today, the emperor is suffering, the common people are suffering, and mediocre people are most forbidden to steal high positions and corpses for vegetarian meals. For the sake of the country's righteousness, it must be better to be the shepherd of Jizhou than Han Fu."

Cao Cao knew of the conflict between Zhang Miao and Yuan Shao, so he persuaded him with the righteousness of the country.

Yuan Shao benefited, and Cao Cao naturally also benefited.

Yuan Shao was suppressed by Han Fu in Jizhou, and Cao Cao was also suppressed by Han Fu.

If Han Fu is a talent, Cao Cao will bear it.

However, Han Fu is a mediocre person. As a state shepherd, he is also jealous of talents and talents, and few of his civil servants are sincere.

Zhang Miao sighed.

After breaking with Yuan Shao, Zhang Miao paid special attention to the meaning of friendship with Cao Cao.

After all, there are only a few friends in this life for more than ten years.

Therefore, when Cao Cao said that he was going to come to Yecheng, although Zhang Miao was reluctant, he raised his troops and followed Cao Cao.

"Report! The Inspector of Qingzhou has sent a letter of worship!" Just as he was speaking, Cao Hong walked over.

Governor of Qingzhou?

Liu Bei?

Both Cao Cao and Zhang Miao looked surprised.

Liu Bei came to send greetings at this time, and he certainly didn't come to reminisce about the old days.

Regardless of Cao Cao or Zhang Miao, they have no friendship with Liu Bei.

If it's not to reminisce about the old days, there is only one possibility: Liu Bei is here to be a lobbyist!

"It seems that Liu Bei is ready to help Han Fu." Cao Cao frowned.

Cao Cao has always been worried that Liu Bei would intervene, so he hurried to Yanzhou to ask for help, hoping to make Han Fu abdicate before Liu Yu and Liu Bei came.

But Cao Cao didn't expect that Liu Bei came faster than expected!
His subordinate Pingyuan Guanyu had asked Han Fu to donate [-] stones of food and grass early on.

Zhang Miao, however, felt a little happy in his heart: "Since it's the governor of Qingzhou visiting, Meng De, I can't be rude."

Cao Cao didn't want to see him at first, but seeing that Zhang Miao had this idea, he could only ask Cao Hong to reply.

Soon.

Liu Bei came with Zheng Ping and Guan Yu on horseback.

"There are only three cavalry, this Liu Bei is really brave!" Cao Cao and Zhang Miao looked at each other, seeing the surprise in each other's eyes.

The arrival of the three riders meant that Liu Bei was not at all worried that Cao Cao or Zhang Miao would suddenly attack.

If this is not stupid, it is fearless!

"Liu Bei, Inspector of Qingzhou, brought Pingyuan Xiangyu and Qingzhou don't drive Zheng Ping to visit. I am here to be polite." Liu Bei immediately asked.

Upon hearing this official position, Cao Cao's expression became more serious.

These are all powerful people in Qingzhou, and it turned out that these three people came together!
Cao Cao is in Dongwuyang, adjacent to Qingzhou, so he has heard of Zheng Ping and Guan Yu's reputation, and he has also sent spies to investigate.

"One civil and one military, Liu Bei is not good at coming." Thinking this way in his heart, Cao Cao did not neglect his etiquette.

Say hello for a while.

Cao Cao and Zhang Miao invited Liu Bei and the three of them into the commander's account.

Seeing Guan Yu's bravery, Cao Hong felt a chill in his heart for no reason. He not only stood beside Cao Cao with his sword to guard him, but also sent someone to inform Xia Houyuan, Xiahou Dun, and Cao Ren to come to command the guards outside the tent.

"In the past, General Fenwu fought against Dong alone. His loyalty and loyalty are admirable." Liu Bei went straight to the point and said his intention: "Today, when I come to see General Fenwu, I want to ask: Do you still have the desire to beg Dong in the past?"

Cao Cao was taken aback, but on the surface he remained calm: "The national thief will not be eradicated, and Cao's desire to beg the thief will not be extinguished! Liu Inspector's question like this, is it possible that he also has the intention of begging Dong?"

Liu Bei cupped his hands slightly, expressing his respect: "What a 'National thieves will not be eradicated, and the hearts of thieves will never die'! Come to see General Fenwu today, this trip is not in vain!"

"It's a pity that although I have the heart of beating thieves, Qingzhou is barren and there are still hundreds of thousands of villagers who need to be comforted. It is difficult for General Fenwu to crusade against national thieves like General Fenwu."

Cao Cao hadn't figured out Liu Bei's intentions yet, so he took advantage of the situation to comfort him: "Liu Shiyi saved the hungry people in Qingzhou. His act of benevolence should be an example for all the counties. In terms of merit, it is no worse than pro-chasing the country's thieves."

Liu Bei said again: "Although I can't fight against the national traitors myself, Qingzhou will support my master Zi Gangong to attack. My brother Yun Chang will lead [-] cavalry to follow Lu's army to conquer, and Tao Shijun of Xuzhou will also send [-] Danyang soldiers. Follow Master Lu."

Cao Cao's tactics are not bad at all, and he understood Liu Bei's intentions at this time.

Whether to follow Lu Zhi to defeat Dong Zhuo, or help Yuan Shao win Jizhou here, choose one of two ways!
Cao Cao was immediately embarrassed.

If he followed Lu Zhi to attack Dong Zhuo, Yuan Shao would fail to win Jizhou. Not only would Cao Cao not get any benefits, but it might also cause Yuan Shao's dissatisfaction.

But if it is here to help Yuan Shao seize Jizhou, then the lone army that Cao Cao established before to seek Dong's name will seem unreal.

"What a ruthless plan, who is plotting for Liu Bei?"

Cao Cao subconsciously looked at Zheng Ping, who was standing with his fan on the left behind Liu Bei.

"Strange, why does this Zheng Biejia look so familiar?"

While Cao Cao was looking at Zheng Ping, Zheng Ping was also looking at Cao Cao.

When Cao Cao was still in Luoyang in the past, Zheng Ping visited, but Zheng Ping disguised his identity and claimed to be Yingchuan Guoping.

Cao Cao looked carefully for a while, but still did not connect Zheng Ping with Guo Ping who had visited in the past.

After all, there were many scholars who visited Cao Cao, and Zheng Ping was just one of them.

"Inspector Liu, before answering your question, Mr. Cao would like to ask, what do you think of the current situation in Jizhou?" Cao Cao looked back at Liu Bei, and stopped probing.

Liu Bei said without hesitation: "I think the current situation in Jizhou is very good. If it can be stabilized for a year, it will be even better."

a year?

Cao Cao instantly understood what Liu Bei meant.

The hungry people resettled by Liu Bei in Qingzhou will not be able to gradually get rid of their dependence on grain and rice from other states and counties until at least after the autumn harvest.

Therefore, this year, Liu Bei asked for stability!
I don't want Jizhou to have major changes.

"Liu Inspector, this Jizhou Mu Hanfu is a mediocre person, he has no talent, and he is jealous of talents, so the wise men in Jizhou avoid him."

"How can such a person be able to take on the great mission of Jizhou?"

"Since that's the case, why doesn't Inspector Liu follow Cao Moumou and recommend Yuan Benchu, who is more famous and talented than Han Fu, to be the shepherd of Jizhou?"

"Brother Benchu ​​was originally seeking the leader of Dong Zhuo. If he becomes Jizhou Shepherd, he will definitely support me with all his strength and then seek Dong Zhuo!"

Cao Cao tried to win Liu Bei's support for Yuan Shao again.

In this way, Cao Cao can raise troops to challenge Dong without having to quarrel with Yuan Shao.

But unfortunately, Liu Bei's determination to support Han Fu is very firm: "General Fenwu, Han Shijun is the state shepherd appointed by the emperor. If we ignore the emperor's appointment and recommend Yuan Taishou as the shepherd of Jizhou, wouldn't it be like a traitor? gone?"

"As officials of the Han Dynasty, we should maintain the current stability of Jizhou, so that the people can live and work in peace and contentment, and cultivate their health and well-being."

"I came to see General Fenwu this time because I think that General Fenwu has the heart of beating thieves. If General Fenwu only cares about Jizhou affairs, then I can only resign first."

Liu Bei stood up.

Seeing this clean and neat movement, Cao Cao was startled.

"Inspector Liu wait a minute!" Cao Cao didn't dare to let Liu Bei leave like this.

If Liu Bei insisted on helping Han Fu, Yuan Shao would not be able to reap the benefits.

But at this moment, there is a stalemate with Liu Bei, and when the news spreads, Cao Cao's determination to beg for thieves is also in jeopardy.

Although Cao Cao hasn't decided whether to go or not, he can't say anything now.

"Inspector Liu, can this matter really not be discussed?" Cao Cao restrained himself.

Liu Bei chuckled: "General Fenwu has always been far-sighted, so he must be able to see the general situation clearly. If you were the governor of Qingzhou, how would you choose?"

Cao Cao was silent.

If Cao Cao was the governor of Qingzhou, Cao Cao would be more ruthless and direct than Liu Bei.

Sighing secretly, Cao Cao no longer focused on Jizhou affairs: "Is Lu Shangshu in the army? Can I invite Lu Shangshu to see him?"

Liu Bei promised: "When I go back and ask Master Lu for instructions, I will report to General Fenwu."

Since Cao Cao wanted to see Lu Zhi, it meant that he was moved by the proposal.

The conversation was over, and Liu Bei didn't linger.

But when he walked out of the tent, he found that there were a few more neatly armored armors outside the tent, and each hand was pressing the hilt of the sword, as if facing a big enemy.

"What does General Fenwu mean?" When Liu Bei asked, Guan Yu had already put his hand on the hilt of his sword.

Cao Cao was a little taken aback, turned his head to look at Cao Hong, and said with a smile, "Inspector Liu misunderstood, they must have come to ask for military orders."

"Master, let's go, General Fenwu doesn't mean anything malicious." Zheng Ping lightly shook his feather fan, seeing through everything.

After Liu Bei and the others left, Cao Cao's eyes suddenly sank: "You guys, what's going on?"

Xiahoudun, Xiahouyuan and Cao Ren dared not speak, and raised their eyes to Cao Hong.

Cao Hong didn't flinch, and said bluntly: "Minggong, the tiger warriors around Liu Bei made me a little afraid. I was worried that the tiger warriors would take the opportunity to make trouble, so I sent someone to summon Yuan to let them come."

Cao Cao was taken aback: "How can you make Zi Lian feel afraid?"

Cao Hong has always been bold and fearless. In the Battle of Xingyang, he gave up his horses to Cao Cao, and then escorted them on foot. Therefore, Cao Cao also let Cao Hong serve as his personal guard.

Now that Cao Hong is only afraid of Guan Yu, how can Cao Cao not be surprised?
After a pause, Cao Cao reprimanded slightly: "Zi Lian, go and lead the military law yourself. Next time you commit a crime, you will never be lightly forgiven. Yuan Rang, Miao Cai, Zi Xiao, I will punish you to copy the military law once."

All the generals trembled, but they didn't say anything, they all clasped their fists and agreed to retreat.

Even if they are relatives, Cao Cao will be kind and powerful, and will not be soft-hearted when it is time to beat.

"Meng De, what are you going to do?"

During the discussion between Cao Cao and Liu Bei, Zhang Miao watched the whole process quietly except for basic greetings.

Cao Cao's eyes were complicated: "Whether you support it or not, it's a difficult problem! Liu Bei has a master plan by his side, and it was almost impossible to seize Jizhou this time."

Zhang Miao didn't have much trouble in his heart, and seemed very satisfied with the result: "Then Meng De is going to attack Dong Zhuo?"

Cao Cao shook his head: "Lu Shangshu is too square and merciful in his use of troops. It's okay to deal with the Yellow Turbans, but when dealing with the treacherous Xiliang soldiers, Huangfu Yi is really cruel and decisive."

"Even if I want to ask for a director, I will not be restrained by him along with Lu Shangshu."

"I'll make a decision after I meet Benchu."

Zhang Miao didn't want to see Yuan Shao, so he went back to the camp alone, while Cao Cao took his entourage to Yuan Shao's camp.

And on the other side.

Liu Bei, who was returning to the camp, asked Zheng Ping: "It's obvious. You have been observing for a long time just now. Will Cao Cao respond to Master Lu's request for Dong?"

Zheng Ping shook his feather fan lightly, shook his head and said: "Cao Cao is cautious and treacherous, and has never made it clear that he will participate in the election of Dong. Instead, he is more concerned about whether Yuan Shao can win Jizhou."

"Obviously, he doesn't want to be with his uncle."

"Let Cao Cao go with my uncle to ask for Dong. I didn't have much hope."

"After all, my uncle's use of soldiers has the style of Confucian benevolence and virtue, which is different from Cao Cao's concept of using soldiers."

Liu Bei said regretfully, "If Cao Cao didn't participate, then Master Lu would have lost one more assistance when conquering Dong Zhuo."

Zheng Ping chuckled: "Do your best and obey the destiny. Messenger, don't forget that Lieutenant Zhao of Changshan Kingdom also made a promise. If Jizhou is stable this time, and the Black Mountain bandits also reach an agreement with Changshan Kingdom, Lieutenant Zhao may also send troops to Luoyang."

Liu Bei suddenly remembered the handsome and fierce man from Changshan Zhending, and couldn't help but said happily: "If Lieutenant Zhao joins, Master Lu's chances of winning will be even better."

"After retiring Yuan Shao, I have to persuade Han Fu to take care of Chang Shan, so Lieutenant Zhao will not have any worries."

Guan Yu snorted coldly: "Brother, then Cao Cao is treacherous and deep at first glance, and I don't like it! Don't worry too much, Brother, there is enough to keep Master Lu safe!"

Seeing that Guan Yu was not angry, Liu Bei couldn't help laughing: "Yun Chang has the appearance of being an enemy of ten thousand people, how can a mere Xiliang army be brave?"

"It's just that Cao Cao refused to give a clear answer, and now that we have our true intentions, will he go find Yuan Shao?"

Zheng Ping shook his fan and smiled lightly: "I will definitely go. But Cao Cao is not Zhang Miao, even if he went to find Yuan Shao, he would not tell the truth. It is difficult for a suspicious and treacherous person to confide in others."

"At most, it will mention the envoy's visit, and then probe Yuan Shao's tone."

the other side.

Cao Cao came to Yuan Shao's camp and mentioned Liu Bei's visit to Yuan Shao.

Yuan Shao suddenly became puzzled: "Meng De, do you have any misunderstandings about Xuan De? Xuan De is trying to please Dong Dayi, and has no intention of fighting between me and Han Fu."

Cao Cao was a little confused.

what's the situation?
What kind of muddled soup did Liu Bei pour Yuan Shao into?

Yuan Shao's answer made Cao Cao swallow the rest of his words.

Cao Cao looked at Xu You, but Xu You raised his eyes to signal.

After a pause, Cao Cao still didn't understand what he said: "Perhaps Cao is overwhelmed."

(End of this chapter)