Cao Thief

Chapter 698 Changbanpo (22) [-]
reinforcements?

The messenger who asked for reinforcements had just left Xiangyang City, and the reinforcements arrived!
Are you kidding me?
Cao Peng was stunned and puzzled, and quickly took Kou Feng to the outside of Xiangyang City.The north gate of Xiangyang City is closed and heavily guarded.

Wenpin also got the news and hurried over with his people.

When Cao Peng arrived at the gate of Beicheng, he happened to meet Wenpin face to face.Before Cao Peng could speak, Wenpin charged forward on his horse.

"General Cao, what do you mean?"

"What did Zhongye say?"

"Where are the soldiers and horses outside the city?"

"I just heard about it, and I came here to check... General Zhongye, please don't misunderstand me. The promise I made before was definitely not a prevarication. Otherwise, why did I come to this dangerous place alone? This must be a vanguard army sent by the prime minister to protect my safety." Come, there is absolutely no other meaning.

If not, why don't I go to the city with Zhongye to have a look? "

Seeing that Cao Peng's words were sincere, Wenpin couldn't help hesitating.

Wenpin was really taken aback when he heard that Cao Junbing was approaching the city.Although Liu Cong has sent a letter of surrender, expressing his willingness to belong to the court.But according to the rules, Cao Cao will send people to come first, tell them the rewards, and then arrange a time to station in Xiangyang.Before that, the two sides will not mobilize troops to maintain a balanced situation.Unexpectedly, Cao Jun arrived suddenly, but Wenpin didn't get any news.

If Cao Peng hadn't been in Xiangyang City, he would have even thought that Cao Peng broke his promise and got fat, and was going to be unfavorable to Liu Cong...

Judging by Cao Peng's attitude, he really doesn't know very well.

After thinking about it, Wenpin went to the city with Cao Peng to watch.

Under the city, Cao Jun is setting up camp not far away.

Judging by the situation, it seems that they are all cavalry.A big black banner fluttered in the wind, and a big "Cao" was written on it.On both sides of the banner, there is a flag on each side.'Tiger' is embroidered on one side and 'Leopard' is written on the other.When Cao Peng saw it, he immediately recognized that this army was the elite Cao army, riding tigers and leopards.

"Zhongye, the tiger and leopard under the prime minister's command come here on horseback.

Presumably Zhongye has also heard that the Prime Minister has ordered General Cao Chun to replace me as the prefect of Nanyang County, and I will be the deputy governor of Tiger and Leopard Cavalry.This must be the tiger and leopard cavalry coming to obey the dispatch, General Zhongye can rest assured if he thinks about it. "

Tiger and leopard riding?
Wenpin narrowed his eyes, and then let out a sigh of relief.

He had already heard from the scouts that there was no other Cao army coming except this army.

Cao Cao's army was still garrisoned north of Atou Mountain, and there was no intention of advancing.If it's just tiger and leopard riders, Wenpin can rest assured.

He hurriedly greeted a entourage, whispered a few words in that entourage's ear, and the entourage rushed to the city immediately.

Come to think of it, Wenpin asked this personal attendant to notify Mrs. Cai and Liu Cong.When Cao Jun arrived suddenly, Madam Cai, Liu Cong and others must have been extremely nervous.After Wenpin made arrangements, he turned around and wanted to talk to Cao Peng.Suddenly there was a commotion in the city, followed by several cavalry galloping out of Cao Jun's camp, and came to Xiangyang city to rein in their horses.

Cao Peng set up the awning to watch, and couldn't help being startled.

"Under the city, but Lingming?"

"Young master, under the order of the prime minister, order three thousand tigers and leopards to come here to wait for you to dispatch."

The leading general was none other than Pang De.

In Pound's left and right hands, two generals shot straight away.Cao Peng was no stranger to these two men, and he recognized them as Cao Cao's favorite generals. Because of his meritorious service in Ping Karasuma, Zhang He, who was named General Ping Di, helped General Gao Lan and the other two.Cao Peng secretly took a deep breath in his heart.Zhang He looked high, why did these two people come with Pang De?And looking at this posture, it seems that Pound is the leader.

"Zhongye, can I go out of the city to ask?"

Wenpin also saw the clues, this Cao army was not here for conquest, but purely to protect Cao Peng.

I couldn't help but secretly envy Cao Cao's favor to Cao Peng.Since he is not an enemy, there is no need to worry... Of course, Wenpin will not relax his vigilance because of this.He agreed with Cao Peng to go out of the city to inquire, but at the same time ordered the soldiers on the city to be ready to avoid fraud.

Cao Peng led Kou Feng out of the city, and Pang De and the other three men joined hands on horseback.

"Ling Ming, why did you come here?"

He didn't say hello to Zhang He Gao Lan, because he knew that Zhang He Gao Lan must have a secret mission when he came with Pound.Otherwise, with the official positions of the two, it is absolutely impossible to be Pound's trilogy.How old is Pang De?Cao Peng is now the deputy governor of the tiger and leopard rider, and Pang De is at best the tiger and leopard rider.According to salary or rank, it is probably a school lieutenant.But Zhang Yun Gaolan, but they are all miscellaneous generals, and their rank is much higher than that of Pound.The presence of these two people here must have a mission, it is best not to reveal their identities.

Fortunately, Zhang He Gao Lan is also a smart person, so he turned a blind eye to Cao Peng and did not respond.

Pang Dece immediately stepped forward and said, "My lord, De was ordered by the empress dowager to come here to obey your command... The empress said that the overall situation in Jingxiang has been settled, but there are still young men. You only have [-] soldiers in your hands, so I'm afraid I won't be able to catch them." Therefore, I was ordered to lead tigers and leopards to ride here and obey the son's dispatch.

Taizhong ordered, be careful, Liu Bei fled. "

Cao Peng narrowed his eyes.

Is Jia Xu also worried that Liu Bei will be the fish that slipped through the net?
Having tiger and leopard cavalry coming could solve Cao Peng's embarrassing situation where he has no soldiers.

"In this way, you will be stationed outside the city without having to enter the city...

I will explain to Mr. Cong, ask him to bring food, grass and tents, and you immediately retreat ten miles, remember not to disturb the people... I will meet you again after I make arrangements. "

"Here!"

The three of Pang De joined hands and bid farewell to Cao Peng.

Immediately, three thousand tiger and leopard riders retreated ten li to the north and set up camp.

And Cao Peng led Kou Feng back to Xiangyang City again.He called Wenpin and went to the state capital together to explain to Mrs. Cai and Liu Cong.

Mrs. Cai was not very disgusted with the arrival of the Tiger and Leopard Cavalry.

Thinking about it, since Cao Cao trusted Cao Peng so much, he definitely would not let him live in Xiangyang for a long time.After all, although Jingzhou has expressed its willingness to surrender, it has not really controlled it.As Cao Cao's envoy, Cao Peng couldn't leave easily.Then it seemed reasonable for Cao Cao to send someone to protect Cao Peng.After listening to Cao Peng's explanation, he immediately stated that he would be responsible for the food and grass for the tiger and leopard ride.

Afterwards, she ordered Cai He to pick up food and tents and send them to the tiger and leopard riding camp.

Then he asked Cao Peng gently, "Since the tiger and leopard riders are here, what will Mr. Cao plan?"

Obviously, Mrs. Cai is still a little worried.After all, Cao Peng still has [-] tooth soldiers stationed in Xiangyang City... In case, although she is not very clear about the aggressiveness of the [-] tooth soldiers, she has heard Wenpin and others mention it.If Cao Peng continued to stay in the city, she would feel a little uneasy.

Cao Peng said: "I will lead my family out of the city and station outside the city."

"How...how did this happen?"

"Ma'am, tiger and leopard riders have always been arrogant, and it's my first time to master tiger and leopard riders, but I can't deter them yet.

If it is not with him, I am afraid that the general in the army will not be able to deter the tiger and leopard cavalry.For the sake of the people of Xiangyang, I should also go to the camp to sit in town. "

Mrs. Cai obviously didn't want Cao Peng to live in the city, but she wanted to show the appearance of keeping him.

Cao Peng secretly laughed in his heart, but he still showed enough politeness in his words.Mrs. Cai was also very happy, and after pretending to stay for a while, she sent Cao Peng away.

"Youxue, why do you have to stay outside the city?

Madame doesn't actually want you to leave the city, it's just..."

After leaving the state capital, Wenpin couldn't help persuading Cao Peng.From the bottom of his heart, Wenpin has a good feeling for Cao Peng.There is no such domineering and domineering young man, the more proud he is, the more apologetic he is, and there are limits to advancing and retreating.In Jingzhou, a place where the literary style is at its peak, although Wenpin is a general, he is deeply influenced and attaches great importance to bearing and etiquette.At least in his impression, Cao Peng was rarely rude.This also made Wenpin have a lot of affection for Cao Peng, not to mention, the two of them are still old acquaintances...

After Cao Peng visited Sima Hui, and after Sima Hui set up a bridge, Wenpin and Cao Peng walked very close.

Firstly, he also admired Cao Peng's talent and learning; secondly, Cao Peng was from Nanyang, and he had fellowship with him; not to mention, he and Cao Peng had known each other ten years ago.When the two discussed in Xiangyang City for the first time, Wenpin was very sad when he heard the news about Wang Meng.

Back then when he broke up with Cao Peng in Yangju Town, he never thought that one day that kid who fled would have the achievements he has today.

"Youxue, but I'm still worried..."

After returning to the post station, Cao Peng ordered Kou Feng to pack his luggage, and sent someone to inform Lu Mao of his time, Wenpin asked in a low voice.

Cao Peng hesitated for a moment, then nodded.

"Uncle Liu Huang is generous, he is a gentleman, why don't you learn..."

Wenpin didn't say anything further, but the meaning of pleading was self-evident.

Cao Peng knew for a long time that Wenpin had a good impression of Liu Bei.Regardless of whether Liu Bei is true benevolence and righteousness or false generosity, as far as Cao Peng is concerned, he is Cao Cao's enemy, that is, his own enemy.In the Three Kingdoms era, heroes emerged in large numbers, and there were many examples where personal feelings caused the battle to fail and caused serious consequences.Cao Peng will not make the same mistake!If he had the chance, he would never let Liu Bei go.

"Zhongye, I don't know what Liu Xuande is like.

Don't think that I want to kill him because of personal enmity.In fact, Liu Bei and I don't have much intersection. Although there are occasional conflicts, they are mostly righteous.

Today, Prime Minister Cao will unify the north and conquer the south of the Yangtze River, which is just around the corner.

There are only a few people who can be enemies with Prime Minister Cao, and this Liu Bei is even more of a confidant.If I can't get rid of Liu Bei, there will be disasters in Jingzhou... Zhongye, do you think Liu Bei will sit back and watch the prime minister occupy Jingzhou?He definitely won't allow it.At that time, he will continue to create chaos in Jingzhou, and the result will inevitably be that the war in the 81 counties of the nine counties of Jingxiang will continue, and the lives will be destroyed...

I dare not say that Prime Minister Cao will definitely make Jingzhou rich.

But it will never let Jingzhou become as desolate as Xuzhou back then.

Sometimes, Zhongye should not be blinded by his personal feelings... Don't tell me, Zhongye, do you want to see Jingzhou's family members and their wives separated and displaced? "

"This one……"

Wenpin took a breath and fell into deep thought.

He respects Liu Bei, but it doesn't mean that he will ignore Jingzhou and become ruins. ,

Cao Peng mentioned Xuzhou, which can be regarded as a lesson from the past.Yes, if Liu Bei is not killed, can Jingzhou really find peace?
Thinking of this, Wenpin suddenly gritted his teeth and took out a soldier talisman from his bosom.

"Youxue, there is a farm at the foot of Wanshan Mountain, which is my private property.

In the farm, there are two thousand soldiers and horses, all of whom are my private soldiers, and now they are under the command of my adopted son Wenwu.Youxue can hold this military talisman and go to see my adopted son.

At the age of [-], Wenwu should also become an official.

Letting him wait for orders under Youxue's account is also to find a way out in the future... As for Fancheng, I will send someone to watch him to death. "

(End of this chapter)