Cao Thief

Chapter 594 Du Bohou

From this chapter on, make another tweak.

The weather is getting colder and colder. Considering everyone's rest, the shift at eleven o'clock in the evening will be released at nine o'clock in advance.

People say that spring grows in summer, grows in summer, harvests in autumn, and hides in winter. Now is the time for maintenance. Resting early is good for the body, and it is also a wish from Laoxin to everyone.

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At the beginning of the 13th year of Jian'an, Cao Cao took advantage of the great victory in Liaodong and returned to Xudu.

After that, he dismissed the position of the three princes, reset the prime minister, set up the prime minister's mansion, and took charge of the thirteen cao.From then on, Emperor Han no longer had any room to speak in the court. All matters, big or small, were handled by the prime minister's office.That is, from then on, Cao Sikong became Prime Minister Cao, powerful and arrogant.

That is, in that year, Cao Cao encountered the Battle of Chibi.

In the end, he failed miserably...

What did the failure of the Battle of Chibi bring to Cao Cao?
It's hard to tell!
But one thing is certain, that is the Battle of Chibi, undoubtedly the first battle after Cao Cao became prime minister.The defeat of this battle is not only military, but also has a greater political impact.At least, it had a great influence on Cao Cao, the first prime minister since the Eastern Han Dynasty.

That is, after that, Cao Cao was hit by various aspects.

Because of his failure, all parties criticized him in turn, and the Xiliang Rebellion broke out, which made it take Cao Cao several years to be considered peaceful.

Cao Peng put down the document, got up and walked out of the study.

In the late summer of the 11th year of Jian'an, the temperature was not high.In fact, the whole summer is not too hot, it is quite a comfortable summer.

Autumn is approaching.

The blooming flowers in the courtyard have shown the color of withering.

The wind is gentle, blowing across the water surface of the pond in the backyard, causing ripples.Cao Peng walked up the promenade of the waterside pavilion, holding on to the railing, watching the rippling autumn water in the pond, the corners of his mouth slightly curled up, revealing a strange smile.Feng Xiao is really a genius!

He only mentioned one sentence, and Guo Jia reacted.

In history, Cao Cao also reset the position of prime minister, but he mentioned it today, but it was just a matter of pushing the boat forward and advancing the time by two years...

To reset the prime minister, there needs to be an opportunity.

At the beginning, Cao Cao won the great victory of conquering Liaodong and unifying the north, and he became the prime minister logically.

Although the north is not completely unified now, the trend of unification is unstoppable.The submission of Lu's Han Kingdom is not inferior to, or even more prominent and astonishing than, the achievement of unifying the north in history.Since the Han Dynasty, the so-called achievement is nothing more than the expansion of territory.In the later period of Emperor Wudi of the Han Dynasty, he labored the people and wasted money, and was confused and muddled, which made the court chaotic.But when everyone mentioned him, they would raise their thumbs.

Why?

Gein expanded his territory and defeated the Xiongnu.

The attachment of Lu's Han Kingdom is undoubtedly a contribution to the expansion of territory.

With this, Cao Cao is enough to ascend to the position of prime minister, just like he became prime minister in history.A year and a half in advance undoubtedly has a huge benefit.That is, after Cao Cao ascended to the position of prime minister, the next battle of Liwei was against Liaodong, not Chibi.

The power of the combination of Sun and Liu is far inferior to that of little Yuan Xi.

Therefore, even if Cao Cao is arrogant and complacent, it is enough to kill Yuan Xi.

With this big victory, Cao Cao can secure the position of prime minister without any twists and turns.As for how Cao Cao came to power?How to pass in court?Cao Peng will not ask!With people like Guo Jia and Dong Zhao around, it was not his turn to bother.All he had to do was to raise the issue, and let Guo Jia and the others handle the specific matters.Anyway, in the end, it will be his Cao Peng's credit.

Thinking of this, Cao Peng tapped the railing lightly.

However, how to solve the problem in Nanyang?
"Son!"

A retainer of the Guo family bowed to salute outside the waterside pavilion.

"There is a man named Du Ji outside the mansion. He said that he was invited by the master to come to pay a visit. Madam asked the villain to come and inform the young master."

Duki is here!

Cao Peng withdrew his thoughts, turned around and said, "Follow me to meet you."

The retainers of the Guo family were startled.

What is the history of this old man in front of him?He was very clear in his heart.Just by looking at this master, who dared to smash the table case in front of Cao Sikong's Aizi, and was furious, but Cao Sikong's Aizi kept silent, so frightened that he didn't even dare to fart, you know how powerful this is.The master is quite friendly to this master; the wife respects this master very much; the young master admires this master even more.

Cao Peng's reputation in Xudu is very loud.

Six years ago, he galloped his horse into the Fuguo General's Mansion, started a killing spree, and cut off Fu Wan's hand, which is still vividly remembered and talked about by the people.

Not to mention, his later achievements in the Northwest.

It is said that he was imprisoned in Xingyang, but he used a lucky paper building to stir up the entire upper class of Xudu to go crazy.

That literary talent, that reputation, that power... and that ability to make money are all talked about by the traffickers and pawns in the market.Even the retainers of the Guo family respected Cao Peng very much.In particular, he just lost his rage yesterday, but now he is safe and sound, which is even more obvious.

The man outside the door looked desperate.

But this master is so serious that he wants to go to greet him in person.

Fortunately, I didn't neglect the other party just now, otherwise I would have to walk around...

While speaking, Cao Peng followed his retainers to the gate of Guo Mansion.Following Cao Peng's order, the gate of the Guo Mansion opened wide.

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Speaking of Du Ji, in history, or in the history of Cao Wei, he is not an idle generation.

After this person was recommended by Xun Yu, Cao Cao regarded him as Sikong Sizhi and moved him to protect Qiang Xiaowei.He also envoy Chijie and leads Xiping Taishou.After leaving the town of Hedong, he made remarkable achievements.At that time, the world was in turmoil and counties were broken.But Hedong was the first to recover under Du Ji's rule.

When Han Suimateng rebelled, Guanzhong was in turmoil.

Only in Hedong, there was no rebellion.After Cao Pi ascended the throne, he gave Du Ji the title of Marquis of Guannei, and later he was appointed Minister of Shangshu, Marquis of Jinfengleting, and guarded Sili Xiaowei.

Such a prominent figure in history did not appear in Romance of the Three Kingdoms.

If it wasn't for Du Ji's awesome grandson, Cao Peng might not even know about him.It is precisely because of this that the Jingzhao Du family rose.400 years later, Du Ruhui, a famous official in the early Tang Dynasty, was born of the Jingzhao Du family and was a descendant of Du Ji.

It's just that Du Ji is in a state of desperation now.

When the world was in chaos, Du Ji, the Prime Minister of Hanzhong, abandoned his official position and fled to Jingzhou, which was relatively stable, with his family from Guanzhong.

In a flash, nearly twenty years.

Du Ji was in Jingzhou and never got a chance.

It's no wonder that he is incompetent, the Jingzhou gentry is an extremely xenophobic group.Even Liu Biao's old troops brought over from Shanyang failed to integrate into the circle of the Jingxiang family after more than ten years.Up to now, people on both sides are confronting each other, and conflicts continue.Not to mention that an outsider like Du Ji, who is not well-known, poor, and has no background or backing, can gain a firm foothold?

After twenty years, Du Ji finally couldn't hold on.

In the third year of Jian'an, his son Du Shu was born, and his wife, who was the most loving, accompanied him in the bumps and drifts, but never complained, passed away due to illness.Because of this, Du Ji had the idea of ​​returning home.It happened that Liu Xian went to Xudu as an envoy, and Du Ji came to Xudu from Jingzhou with his son.However, after arriving in Xudu, he discovered the problem.He had no background or backing in Jingxiang, and he also had no background or backing when he came to Xudu.With the help of relatives, he worked as a city gate official in Xudu, which is considered to be settled.

However, how can a mere petty official satisfy Du Ji?
The price of goods in Xudu is the most expensive place in the entire Central Plains except Luoyang.

The income of a small official is enough to make ends meet.But the son is getting older and has reached the age of school, but he cannot go to school because of lack of money.

Du Ji, why are you not in a hurry?
After staying in Xudu for more than a year, I still haven't found a way out.

I heard that my hometown in Guanzhong is now recovering, and with the opening of Hexi, especially the Hexi Corridor, many opportunities have emerged.

Du Ji moved his mind and wanted to go back to his hometown to try his luck.

But he didn't want to, just when he had just made up his mind to leave Xudu, the opportunity he had been looking for for a year and a half finally came!Just the day before yesterday, Du Ji was suddenly notified that it was Sikong offering wine to Guo Jia and Guo Fengxiao, who wanted to see him by name and let him go to the house for a talk.

When Guo Jia and Du Ji met, they did not reveal their identities.

Therefore, Du Ji never knew that the man who drank with him in the dilapidated wine shop on Caochang Street turned out to be Sikong Jijiu, who is now the most trusted by Cao Cao in the Sikong Mansion.So that when Du Ji heard about it, he was at a loss when faced with inquiries from his colleagues.But hadn't he been waiting for this opportunity?Now that the opportunity came, he had to try his luck no matter what.

He borrowed money, rented two new clothes, took out the pair of boots that his wife had sewed for him before his death, and put them on his feet.I also spent ten five baht to buy a sachet.This is the favorite attire of scholars.I went to Fuzhilou again and bought a bamboo paper fan.It is said that this fan was made by the famous Gong Zipeng, Cao Sanpian. It is divided into three materials: silk, silk, and paper, and is loved by scholars today.Du Ji couldn't afford that kind of silk fan, but he had to match it with a bamboo paper fan so as not to lose face.

Everything was ready, and Du Ji felt extremely bitter in his heart.

Whether it is successful or not depends on this.

This outfit cost him a month's salary.If he doesn't succeed, he really won't be able to gain a foothold in Xu...

Holding his son's hand in one hand, Du Ji stood outside the gate of Guo's mansion, feeling uneasy.

He also didn't know how Guo Jia knew his name.I don't know if I can catch the other party's eyes with my appearance?
Just when Du Ji was in a state of anxiety, he suddenly heard the door bang and opened wide.

Du Ji was startled, and quickly turned around to observe.

The middle door is wide open, which means that there are distinguished guests coming.With Guo Jia's identity and status, there are probably not many people in Xudu, so it is worth his efforts to mobilize so many people.At least in Du Ji's view, he has no such qualifications.So subconsciously pulled his son back to the side, with a look of panic and loss on his face.If a distinguished guest comes, doesn't it mean that he came here for nothing today?In that case, waiting for the next opportunity, I don't know when it will be... A sense of sadness suddenly surged in my heart.Du Ji sighed softly, and pulled Du Shu to prepare to leave.

"Dare to ask, is Du Bohou outside the door?"

A loud voice rang in Du Ji's ear.

Du Ji was stunned, and looked back, only to see a tall, burly young man with a short beard under his jaw, striding out.

The young man is about 185 centimeters tall.

He was born with a strong back and a waist, and a strong physique.She was dressed in a moon-white robe, which was obviously custom-made from the most expensive silk, and it fit exceptionally well.

Looking at the face, the complexion is slightly wheat-colored, revealing a healthy vitality.

Thick eyebrows, big eyes, straight nose and square mouth.

The young man walked out of the gate and stood on the doorstep, which immediately made people feel an irresistible prestige.That powerful aura is by no means something ordinary people can possess.If it weren't for someone in a high position or an extraordinary position, it would never be possible to have such a majesty...

This doesn't seem to be Guo Jia Guo Jijiu!
Du Ji has heard people say that Guo Jia is a weak and delicate person, not such a forceful person.

"Father!"

Du Shu gently pulled Du Ji, and then subconsciously hid behind Du Ji.

This person's aura is too strong.

It was so strong that Du Shu felt an inexplicable tension and fear.Not only his child is like this, even Du Ji is the same.

When he came to his senses, he hurriedly stepped forward two steps, bowed and saluted, "Du Bohou, the little official of the city gate, pay my respects to the young master."

"You, Du Ji?"

Cao Peng smiled and looked Du Ji up and down.

According to Guo Jia, Du Ji was only in his early forties.But it seems that the temples are gray and quite old.The hardships of life left a deep gully on Du Ji's face.He was originally a person with outstanding appearance, but now he looks quite depressed.

"The little official is right."

For some reason, Du Ji felt an inexplicable nervousness in front of Cao Peng.

When speaking, he also became extremely cautious, trembling, walking on thin ice.

Just as he was wondering who this young man was, Cao Peng stepped forward and grabbed Du Ji's arm suddenly.

"Du Bohou, why did you come so late? I have been waiting for a long time."

Du Ji, dumbfounded!
That big hand was so powerful that he couldn't break free.

And from those words, Du Ji also seemed to hear some clues: This person in front of him is waiting for him... Could it be that the middle gate was opened just to welcome him, a small city gate official?

There was a warm current in Du Ji's heart.

Nose sore, tears almost flow down...

How many years!

No one has ever treated him like this... Back then, when Liu Biao entered Jingzhou, he went to join him with confidence, but he was driven away at the gate.Twenty years have passed, and Du Ji has seen the warmth and coldness of human relationships and the fickleness of the world.Now the sudden respect made Du Ji feel like falling into a dream. He was in a hurry and didn't know how to answer.

"Father, uncle is talking to you."

"what……"

Du Ji just reacted.

And Cao Peng noticed the little boy beside Du Ji.

He looked no more than six or seven years old, with a thin build, obviously caused by malnutrition, and his face was slightly pale.However, those eyes are full of spirituality, which makes people feel love when they see it.Cao Peng let go of Du Ji and squatted down.

"What's your name, doll?"

"Young man Du Shu, I have met the young master."

Du Shu is like a little adult, respectful and polite, neither humble nor overbearing.

Cao Peng couldn't help laughing, and stretched out his arms to hug Du Shu... This child is really light.

"Go, uncle will take you to play." After finishing speaking, he walked towards the mansion, stopped after taking two steps, turned his head to look at Du Ji who was still standing outside the mansion gate, and frowned, "Bohou , let's go... How long are you going to stand here? Come and drink with me."

"Dare to ask my son..."

You didn't even say who you are, just carried my son and left?
Du Ji hurriedly cupped his hands and asked.

Cao Peng smiled and said, "My name is Cao Peng...Feng Xiao recommended you to me, saying that you are a person who can do great things. So I invite you to come and seek a fortune."

(End of this chapter)