Cao Thief

Chapter 753 Spring Tide
Dusk fell, and it was raining lightly.

It was an annoying spring night, and it made people feel a little depressed.

A patrol passed by, and the street was quiet again.In the dark night, a man stopped in front of the side door of Xinwuting Hou Mansion.Seeing that no one was around, he raised his hand and knocked on the door lightly.

After a while, I heard a deep voice from inside: "Who is it?"

"The villain has something important to do, please see Marquis Wuxiang."

"Marquis of Wuxiang?"

The door opened, and a doorman held a torch, with a look of surprise on his face.

"Who is the Marquis of Wuxiang? You have found the wrong place."

The man outside the door had a black veil covering his face and a coir raincoat.He said softly: "Brother, please work hard. You only need to report to the master, and you will know."

"Wait."

Mending closed the door, and the footsteps faded away.

After about a while, I heard a rush of footsteps coming from inside.After a while, the side door opened again, and what appeared again was a strange face.

"The master invites the guests to the wing room to talk."

"Thank you."

The man didn't hesitate, and stepped into the small door.

Walking along the winding path, stepping on the ground full of peaches and apricots withered, and soon came to a remote courtyard.

In the yard, there are two rows of wing rooms, silent.

One of them was lit, and several men in black stood at the door.

"The master's house is inside the house, please come in."

The man thanked him again, and walked into the room.The black-clothed guard outside the door quickly closed the door.

Cao Peng stood in the house, looked at the man, "Who are you?"

The voice was cold, with a hint of coercion.

The title of Marquis of Wuxiang was in the prime minister's mansion today. Cao Cao privately mentioned it to Cao Peng, but it has not been promulgated yet, and not many people know about it.But the person who came called out "Marquis of Wuxiang" in one mouthful, which showed that he was from Cao's mansion.

In the middle of the night, what tricks is Cao Cao playing?
The person who came took off the black veil on his face, but it was a familiar face.

Cao Peng couldn't remember this person's name, but he knew that he was a member of the Cao clan and worked beside Cao Cao.

"Little man Cao Jian, in the name of the prime minister, I will give you one thing to the lord."

"what."

Cao Jian did not hesitate, and immediately took out a slender tube from his bosom.The tube is made of black sandalwood, sealed with sealant, and has Cao Cao's seal on it.Together with the tube, there is also a letter.

Cao Peng took it, looked at the sandalwood tube, and then at the letter in his hand.

"You sit down first."

Cao Peng said, and sat down on the kang.

The bed in this room was made by Cao Peng in the form of a northern kang, with a kang table placed on it.

He opened the envelope and took out the letter.

The characters are Cao Cao's characters, vigorous and powerful.

The content is very simple: this sandalwood barrel cannot be opened easily, the contents inside are very important, and can only be opened when it is the most critical.This matter should not be known.Ah Fu, after reading this letter, you must deal with it cleanly.Although Cao Jian is a member of the tribe, he can't leak the news and deal with it properly.

When is the most critical time?
Cao Peng had a thoughtful look on his face.

When is the most critical time?

"Brother, thank you for your hard work, please reply to the prime minister, I understand."

"The little man bid farewell."

I am afraid that Cao Jian will not be liked by Cao Cao, so he came to deliver the letter.Cao Peng opened the door and walked out with Cao Jian.A hand made a gesture towards the black-clothed guard behind him in the dark, and then stood on the porch, stopping and not seeing each other off.

This is also normal, how many people in Xudu city are worthy of Cao Peng, sent to the gate?

Cao Jian had no doubts. After leaving, he went down the porch and went out under the escort of two black-clothed guards.

Cao Peng glanced at him, turned around and returned to the house.

A moment later, the door knocked.

"Young master, it's done."

"Early tomorrow morning, send him out of the city and settle him properly."

"Here!"

Cao Peng didn't feel sleepy at all, he sat on the kang, staring blankly at the sandalwood tubes on the kang table.

After a while, he smiled wryly, this old Cao really knows how to play tricks.Do you really think I don't know what's in there?

However, Cao Cao put such an important thing in Cao Peng's hands, which also shows Cao Cao's trust in Cao Peng.To some extent, as long as Cao Cao is alive, Cao Peng will not be in any danger...

In this way, he can go to the northwest with confidence!

Cao Cao used this method to appease Cao Peng's heart...

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The next day, Cao Cao officially announced that Cao Peng, the Jinjue, was the Marquis of Wuxiang.

Where is Wu Township?
Under the rule of the Han Dynasty, Wu Township was located in Taiyuan.

However, Cao Peng, the Marquis of Wuxiang, is not the Marquis of Wuxiang in the original meaning.

Cao Peng, the "Wu Township" of Marquis Wuxiang, was upgraded from the original Xinwu Pavilion in Lian County, Hexi County.Wuting is now called Wuxiang.That is to say, Cao Peng's accurate title of Marquis of Wuxiang should be: Marquis of Xinwuxiang.

Now under the rule of the Han Dynasty, there is no title of Marquis of Wuxiang.

So Cao Peng's new Wuxianghou replaced Wuxianghou.It won't be long before Taiyuan Wuxiang will change its name.

For many people, whether it is Xinwuxianghou or Wuxianghou, it doesn't mean much.

What is really surprising is that Cao Peng moved from the rear general to the front general.How long is this?Less than a year after Cao Peng became the latter general, he became the former general.In other words, almost no one in the army can restrain Cao Peng.General?Now it is useless, and there is no one to take it on at all; General Hussars is Cao Cao himself.General Cheqi, Xiahouyuan; General Wei, Xiahoudun.But these two people, one is Cao Peng's father-in-law, and the other is still recovering from illness. Like Cao Peng, they have close contacts...

Cao Peng, this is a promotion!

Ting Wei, former general...

At the age of 27, he has reached such a level. I am afraid that no one can compare with him except Huo Qubing.

But after thinking about it, it seems that there is nothing.

Cao Peng has made many military exploits over the years, if not for his occasional reckless impulsiveness, I am afraid that he can at least achieve the position of General Wei now.Therefore, many people were surprised, but they didn't have much objection, they just observed silently.

Then Cao Cao issued a series of orders.

Chen Jiao, the prefect of Guangling, was transferred to be the prefect of Dongjun; the former Yuzhou Mu Manchong was transferred to Xuzhou Mu, and Xu Qi was transferred back to Xudu to serve as Guang Luxun, one of the nine ministers.As for the post of Yuzhou pastor, it was unexpected that Mao Jie took up the post.

Speaking of which, these appointments were not a problem, and they did not cause much disturbance.

What is really surprising is the candidate for the new Guangling prefect.

Cao Cao surprised countless people by appointing Pang De as the prefect of Guangling and adding the rank of General Zhenhai.

Who is Bond?

never heard of it...

Those who were well-informed quickly found out Pound's origin.

It turned out to be a general of Cao Peng, who once served as a school lieutenant in Jingzhou.But can such a person who was born as a general be able to manage Guangling well?Many people felt worried, but they saw a clue from this appointment.

Cao Cao, this is to make great use of Cao Peng!

When Pound received the order, he was also surprised.

He hurriedly found Cao Peng, "My lord, is De unwilling to go to Guangling?"

"People go to high places, but water flows to low places...why does Ling Ming not want to go to Guangling?"

When Cao Peng learned of Pound's appointment, he was also taken aback.But he quickly realized that this was Cao Cao's deliberate arrangement.Without the sandalwood barrel from last night, Pound might not have been reused.

But precisely because of the sandalwood tube, Cao Cao was completely at ease with Cao Peng.

Pang De said: "De is willing to be your son's pawn!"

"Eh!"

Cao Peng waved his hand, "What is Ling Ming talking about? I am very aware of your talent. If it wasn't for me, I'm afraid that you would have come out ahead by now. When I let you stay in Liangzhou, after all these years, at least It is also the position of a general. But you served my sentence with me. Five years have passed in a flash. Although you have no complaints, I can't bear it. The appointment of the prime minister is also my strong recommendation.

Guangling, adjacent to Dajiang, is very important.

Not to mention Dongling Island, which is related to the future of my Cao's navy, you, the prefect of Guangling, have a heavy responsibility.

When I arrived in Guangling, I had a lot of contact with Zhou Cang.

He has lived in Xuzhou for a long time, and even knows the situation better than the locals.Also, after arriving in Guangling, you must visit the Chen family as soon as possible.In the past, my brother-in-law and I got a lot of help from the Chen family in Haixi, but we couldn't repay it.Now that Mr. Yuanlong has passed away, and the Chen family is in decline, you can help if you can.

Making friends with the Chen family will have a crucial influence on gaining a firm foothold with you. "

This time, Cao Peng was not like when Pang De was the captain of Wulin when he was in Jingzhou, his speech was vague.

His order was clear, which also showed his determination, which was unshakable.Pang De knew that there was nothing to change in going to Guangling, so he bowed to accept the order and expressed his obedience.

"I will let Gongyan go with you, and Yongnian will accompany you."

Cao Peng thought for a while, then said in a deep voice: "Yongnian is unparalleled in eloquence, and he is extremely alert. Gong Yan is calm and capable in dealing with situations, and he is prudent. These two are your right and left hands, so you should discuss with them more. On the Jiangdong side, you must closely monitor and pay attention Lu Su's movement. This man looks honest and straightforward, but in reality he is cunning, resourceful and resolute. When you go to Guangling, beware of this man. Don't take his word for it lightly.

Besides Lu Su, there are a few others you should pay attention to.

Lu Meng and Lu Fan, these two people are not just for nothing... When you arrive in Guangling, you have to keep your spirits up.If you do well, I will be honored; if you do not do well, the prime minister and I will bear the reputation of nepotism and ignorance of people.Therefore, when you go to Guangling, you not only represent yourself, but also me and the prime minister. "

Pang De crawled in front of Cao Peng, and said in a trembling voice, "De must keep in mind the teaching of the young master today. Although he is heartbroken, he will not live up to the young master's entrustment."

"Okay, let's go back and prepare, and we will start in two days."

"Here!

Pang De took the order to go, but Cao Peng was not leisurely.

He ordered Huang Zhong to be found, and told him about his intention to invite Huang Zhong to Hedong.

Obviously, Huang Zhong was not very willing.

But Cao Peng persuaded again and again, and finally he agreed...

Huang Zhong has a shadow in his heart!

At the beginning, he worked for Liu Pan, but he was transferred to Liu Hu's subordinates, but he almost lost his life.Now go to Hedong...God knows who Deng Ji is?Brothers can turn against each other, not to mention that Deng Ji is only Cao Peng's brother-in-law.

However, Huang Zhong could also see the brotherhood between Cao Peng and Cao Nan.

Cao Peng entrusted this matter to him with high expectations, so Huang Zhong couldn't refuse.

"The old man should make it clear first that if Deng Shusun uses me, I will do my best; if he doesn't use me, I will leave Hedong and go to Chang'an to join the son."

Cao Peng, meaningless.

At that moment, Cao Peng asked Huang Zhong to leave immediately to join Deng Ji in Hedong.

Then he went to Sanhu Tinghou Mansion in person, found Cao Nan, and told Cao Nan about Huang Zhong.

When Cao Nan heard this, he ordered people to rush to Hedong immediately without saying a word.

"My uncle and grandson often envy you, saying that you have insight into people.

He is now sitting in Hedong, and he suffers from the fact that there are not many people available in his hands.When I came back, he also asked me to find you to pick him up, hoping to help him.Uncle Zhong goes forward, if he dares to be negligent in the slightest, I will not spare him.

By the way, can you lend him a few more people? "

When Cao Peng heard this, he couldn't help laughing, "Sister, you are really the water thrown out by a married girl, eating pancakes and balls, you are hitting me with a gun...why do you keep poaching people from me?"

Cao Nan blushed, and then her almond eyes widened.

"You are my brother, and my uncle and grandson are my husband. If I don't help my husband poach someone from my brother, is it possible that I still have to poach someone from my husband? Besides, my uncle and grandson have someone to help him, so he can relax a bit.

Do you want Xiao Ai, Xiao Quan and Xiao Wang to say that their uncle is a mean person? "

This Xiaoquan was named Dengquan, and Xiaowang was named Dengwang.One was born to Guo Yu and the other was born to Cao Nan.

The eldest Deng Quan is four years old, and the youngest Deng Wang is only two years old.

Cao Peng waved his hands again and again, "It doesn't matter, then I will introduce another person...

Jia Kui, Lian Chang, was originally from Hedong. When Guo Yuan rebelled, he fled Hedong.This person is quite popular, and his temperament is tough, he has a big picture, and he is a talent.He has also been in Limburg for many years, it is time to make a move and entrust him with important responsibilities.I wanted to transfer him to Chang'an this time, but since my sister needs someone, let him go to Hedong to help my brother-in-law... This person can be of great use and can be alone. "

Only then did Cao Nan show a smiling face.

With Cao Peng entering Wuxianghou and adding former generals, the new Wutinghou's Mansion was renamed Wuxianghou's Mansion.

However, there has been no news about the real appointment of Cao Peng.Cao Peng was not in a hurry, he was having a good time at home with his lovely wife and beautiful family members.

On the eighth day of March, Cao Cao sent someone to tell Cao Peng that he agreed to the marriage between Cao Di and Cao Jie.

But there is one condition, that is, Cao Di must change back to his original surname.

There is a saying in the ancients that people with the same surname are not married. If Cao Di wants to marry Cao Jie, he cannot have the surname Cao.Fortunately, Cao Di has been in Fuxishan Academy all year round, and not many people know that he changed his surname.Therefore, in the marriage certificate, Cao Di's original name is still used, that is, Cai Di.Cai Yan didn't have any opinion on this, and was even very happy.After all, Cai Di is the continuation of Cai Yong's blood. If the surname is Cao, the old Cai family will be cut off.

At that time, the promise was also for the harmony of the family.

Now the surname is changed to Cai, and Cai Yan has no objection...

Only pity Cai Di, who just changed her surname to Cao and changed it back again.He didn't feel uncomfortable at all, he just felt that his old lady and him, the new old man, were too capable of tossing around.Cai Di was engaged, so she had to come to Xudu in person since she was a child.

And when he came, Deng Ai couldn't help it, and ran back to congratulate him.

"Uncle, I heard from Aunt that you want to go back to the northwest?

"Ok!"

"Then take me there, okay?"

As soon as Deng Ai arrived in Xudu, he didn't even enter the house, so he ran to the Marquis' Mansion in Wuxiang and found Cao Peng.

"Can you tell others about this?"

"no!"

Deng Ai quickly said, "I didn't even tell Uncle Wu."

Wu Bo, Du Shu, the son of Du Ji, was 13 years old. He studied at Fuxishan Academy with Deng Ai.

Cao Peng nodded, then looked Deng Ai up and down.

Suddenly, he changed the subject and said in a deep voice: "I heard people say that you have had a hot fight with your little maid in the past two years?"

"what?"

Deng Ai's face turned red all of a sudden.

The little maid, named Zhang Changpu, was the maid Zhong Yao sent Cao Peng to Nanyang to take up his post.

But Cao Peng didn't keep her by his side, but asked her to take care of Deng Ai.

Unexpectedly, this care...

Cao Peng smiled wryly and shook his head, "I don't want to care about your nonsense. But let me tell you, if you dare to delay your homework, I will not show mercy. At that time, I will cut down that calamus first, and then send you Come to your old man... Do you understand what I said?"

Having lived in a high position for a long time, Cao Peng's bearing is no small matter.

This face sank, frightened Deng Ai, his little face turned pale, like a chicken pecking at rice, he nodded repeatedly.

"You are not young anymore..."

Cao Peng thought for a while, and said in a deep voice: "Go back and talk to your mother, take that little girl here first. But let me tell you, it's impossible to be a real wife. Even your parents can't agree...your mother and I met the day before yesterday. Said, I want to betroth Ameiguai to you. I asked your aunt about this matter, and she has no opinion.

How about you, would you like to?
I can tell you, although Ameiguai is not my own flesh and blood, I treat her better than my own.

If you don't want to, I'll bring this matter back to your mother.But if you are willing, you must treat her well... In the future, if I find out that you dare to bully A Meiguai, I will make my ugly words clear and take your skin off. "

"I……"

Deng Ai's face flushed, and he began to stammer again.

God, is he really that Deng Ai in history?
Why do you think this little guy has become a playboy!
But think about it, it's normal.A Meiguai is a mixed race, but he has inherited Cai Yan's eyebrows, which are exotic and quite provocative.She has lived in Xingyang since she was seven or eight years old. It can be said that she and Deng Ai are childhood sweethearts.He is very intelligent and sensible... Cao Nan liked A Meiguai very much the first time he saw him.

But it's really hard to talk about such things as falling in love with each other for a long time.

Deng Ai and A Meiguai have also been together for a long time, and some likes are very normal.

The most important thing is that this fat water does not flow into the fields of outsiders.A Meiguai's current surname is Cao, but he has no blood relationship with Cao Peng.Therefore, it is normal for Cao Nan to have such thoughts. For Cai Yan, he also hopes to further integrate with the Cao family.

"Okay, I got it!"

Cao Peng shook his head and walked away with his hands behind his back.

Deng Ai was still in a daze, but after a while, he suddenly realized that he didn't seem to have given an answer to his begging of Cao Peng.Besides, uncle, you have three wives and four concubines, how can you say me?

"Uncle, wait, wait, wait for me!"

Deng Ai shouted to Cao Peng, and ran after him.

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In March of the 14th year of Jian'an, Cao Cao ordered the conquest of Bingzhou.

Deng Ji, the prefect of Hedong, was ordered to station troops in Tongtian Mountain; Li Dian, the general of Huguan, sent troops to Tongda to approach Yangtou Mountain.

General Beizhong Lang, Karasuma Colonel Cao Zhang, Liaodong Governor Zhang Liao, went west to Bingzhou.

Zhang Liao stationed at Danhan Mountain to resist Xianbei soldiers and rescue high-ranking officials; Cao Zhang led his troops out of Youzhou to attack Yanmen Pass and occupy Loufan.The three armies advanced side by side, and at the same time Jizhou Mu Chengyu started to move, preparing food and supplies to be sent to the front line at any time.After two years, Jizhou has recovered its vitality.

Especially last year's bumper harvest made Jizhou store up countless grains.

It was late spring, and it is reasonable not to send troops.However, in order to completely destroy the power of high officials and the Southern Huns, Cao Cao has decided that even if Bingzhou has no harvest for a year, he will not hesitate.The rumbling sound of the war machine surprised many people.The turmoil in the Northwest has not yet been settled, and Bingzhou is about to be attacked?

This sequence seems to be wrong!
So, amidst these doubts, Cao Cao left Xudu and went to Yecheng, the capital of the kingdom.

On the one hand, it is to recuperate the body, on the other hand, it has the meaning of supervising the war, and the atmosphere of the war envelopes the frontier.

In Guanzhong in April, the sun is like a fire.

The ancient capital of Chang'an, bustling and noisy...

After Ma Chao captured Longguan, he tried several times to break through Cao Hong's defense line.

However, Cao Hong was ordered by Cao Cao to hold out, and refused to confront Ma Chao desperately.This also made Ma Chao feel embarrassed.Cao Hong did not send troops, which made Ma Chao lose his use of force.

Participate in Langqiang and Baima Qiang, gather [-] troops, go out of Huangzhong, and approach Longxi.

Facing the menacing Qiang soldiers, Cao Ji obeyed Xu Shu's opinion and did not compete with them.Implementing the tactics of fortifying the walls and clearing the wilderness, ceding Longxian County out of Tianshui, stationing troops at Zhuyu Mountain, relying on the terrain of Zhuyu Mountain, they could not hold on, and the Qiang soldiers stopped.

"The Baima, Shenlang and Qiang people are brave, but unfortunately they are mobs.

If it goes well, you can go down the mountain with fierce tigers; but if you encounter resistance, there will be no results for a long time, and you will return to your heart and feel anxious.This battle was fought for a long time.Sir, there is no need to worry, Bodao was praised by the young master as the Iron Wall General, so how can a mob of two Qiangs and mobs be able to defeat him?The key now is that Dou Mao, king of Hehuangdi, is aggressive.Although Su Taishou has sent troops to rescue, Qiang and Di joined forces, and the momentum is very strong.

If the response is not appropriate, Liangzhou will inevitably be in turmoil. "

Under Xu Shu's persuasion, Cao Ji was more or less relieved.

While working hard to stabilize the situation, they mobilized troops and horses to resist Qiangdi.

It was under such circumstances that the war in the Northwest showed a state of anxiety.Ma Chao's siege of the city and land seems to be brilliant, but there is nothing to gain; Cao Jun sticks to the city and refuses to fight. It is not an easy task to win.

Wei Ke also had a headache.Cao Hong is supervising the battle ahead, and Chang'an still needs stability.

Originally, he wanted to borrow troops from Hedong, but he didn't know that Cao Cao suddenly launched an offensive on Bingzhou, so that Hedong couldn't mobilize troops.

It's probably not a good thing if this stalemate continues.

On the one hand, Wei Ke worked hard to maintain a stable situation in Guanzhong, and on the other hand, he still managed to mobilize troops and horses to support him.

After a busy day, Wei Ji returned to the mansion.

Just as I was about to eat, I suddenly heard someone report: "Master, there are many people outside the door asking to see you."

"Oh?"

Wei Ji was startled, got up quickly and said: "Please come quickly."

He didn't care about eating, so he came to the flower hall.After a while, several people came in from the outside.

"Dare to ask..."

Seeing the person's extraordinary demeanor, Wei Ke hurriedly bowed his hands and asked.

The young man in the lead, about 27 or [-], looks handsome and handsome.

He went forward to salute Wei Ke, then motioned to the followers behind him, took out a scroll of brocade, and presented it to Wei Ke with both hands.

Wei Ji took it in a daze, opened it to take a look, and immediately showed surprise.

"Your Excellency, is Cao Wu Township?"

(End of this chapter)