Cao Cao's chef

Chapter 923 Another New Year's Day
The entire negotiation process was a bit tortuous. After going through the urgent process of Wanshiwu, it took more than 20 days to go back and forth. The main reason was that the first month was approaching, so we had to temporarily stop the troops.The court gave the bottom line and sent Gu Yong to negotiate with Lu Xun.

"As expected of Yuan Tan, he has been in office for several years, and he has become more sharp-tongued." Lu Xun shook his head. The four big local tyrants in Wu County, Gu Lu, Zhu Wei, have a close relationship, and they are married to some extent. Lu Xun has seen it.

Later, I heard that Gu Yong accepted the imperial conquest and went to Xudu to become an official, but I didn't expect to see him for a few years, and he has matured a lot in all aspects.

"There are so many outstanding people in Xudu. If you can't keep up, you will be thrown away soon. Boyan, Jiangdong is just a small pond. You are too wasteful here. I heard that the imperial court has conscripted you Twice." Gu Yong looked at Lu Xun, poaching is also one of her jobs, in fact, this time the imperial court sent her as an envoy, one of the purposes is to get someone from Sun Quan.

Lu Meng, Ling Tong, Zhu Huan, and of course all the descendants of the Sun family except Sun Quan.Not as a hostage, but transferred to Xudu as an official, to join the army and politics, of course, the descendants of the Sun family, the restrictions are expected to be greater.

Lu Xun is not included in the scope of the mission, but obviously if he can dig it, it is also a credit!
"Uncle has not yet been able to support the Lu family, so I can't leave." Lu Xun shook his head, it doesn't matter if she leaves, the question is what should the Lu family do?The Lu family is relatively small, her father passed away, and among several uncles, only Lu Ji has talent... If he can be trained for a few years, then he should be able to support the family.

There is no way, this uncle Lu Ji is only 12 years old this year, five years younger than her.In fact, even Lu Xun himself is only 17 years old this year (false age), but as a non-returning female, at least he has been crowned for two years.

At present, the Lu family is managed by her temporarily, but the uncle is still there, and the housekeeper of the niece is not very good after all, so the head of the house is still Lu Ji in name, and she has to let go, at least until Lu Ji is able to take over the Lu family.

As a local tyrant, Gu Yong knew that she had an older brother and a younger sister from the same clan, both of whom were adults and able to take charge of their own affairs, so she was able to go to Xudu to become an official without hesitation.

"Forget it, I won't stop you, but today's major events in the world, the revival of the court is unstoppable. While the court still values ​​you, you might as well go there quickly, it will also be good for your Lu family." Gu Yong reminded.

Even being a sheriff in Danyang County, or even a governor in Jiaozhou, is not as good as being an advising doctor in the capital only in the form of a consultant, at least Zhu Jun is like this.

The capital, that is the ultimate affiliation of the official career, even if there are no two or three generations of officials, you are ashamed to call it a family in the capital, after all, you are just a local tyrant.

"If the lord is willing to surrender, then I will naturally follow her... Yuan Tan should know that a scholar dies for a confidant." Lu Xun closed his eyes, and then said helplessly.

After becoming an official, she should have started as a small official, but Sun Quan quickly promoted her and trusted her at the same time.Regardless of family interests, Lu Xun felt that Sun Quan was a hero worthy of her following.

"You're still too young..." Gu Yong didn't know what to say, she was 31 this year, and she was going to be 32 when she was ready, so she wouldn't be so naive if she saw a lot.But Lu Xun is only seventeen, young and naive, full of passion...

"Probably..." Lu Xun smiled, but didn't answer.

The negotiation finally ended, and Sun Quan was terrified, but he would not send his family members out as hostages.In a dilemma, Sun Ren jumped out on his own initiative and went to Xudu as a hostage.At this point, Gu Yong also knew that he could no longer force her to continue. The imperial court sent her down mainly because she valued her status as a native of Wu County, and under Sun Quan's command, there were also many wealthy families in Wu County.

Lu Meng refused to go north no matter what she said, and finally Huang Gai went north instead of her.Ling Tong and Zhu Huan had not yet emerged, and finally agreed to go north.Coupled with Sun Ren, the potential of Sun Quan's subordinates can be said to have almost been tapped out.

Jiang Qin surrendered under Gan Ning's beckoning, and Zhou Yu finally returned it to Sun Quan.During the period of her captivity, her body became weaker and weaker. The doctor said that she had bled profusely during childbirth, and she had already left hidden wounds at that time. Coupled with her physical and mental exhaustion, it is estimated that she would not have much time left.Cao Ren was not good at being a bad person, so he sent Zhou Yu back.

By the way, the population of Guangling County in Xuzhou that Sun Quan looted was also released.

When the news returned to Xudu, it was already the first day of the new year.The reply letter was sent to the palace immediately, and then I had to take a detour and go to Wangjiazhuang.At this time, the Zhuangzi was about to serve dinner.

"Oh, the war is about to cease..." Liu Xie looked at it, and then handed the letter to Cao Cao.

"Well, it's time for a truce." Cao Cao looked at it, and was satisfied with the result, "If we didn't have time to deal with Sun Quan with all our strength, we wouldn't let her linger for a while."

"It's only been three or five years, and she can't get up. Jiangdong's population is a big problem. Even if she is aggressive, she has no way to fight us." Wang Yong came in with dishes, then took off his apron and chef's hat, set aside.

"The land route has been lost, and the water route has been oppressed. Even if we occupy the three counties, there is no potential to fight us again." Cao Cao nodded, "The key is Hebei!"

"Is it time to talk about business?" Guan Yu hugged Guan Xing and reminded the two of them.

"Eat first is the most important thing!" Xun Yu immediately added.

"Why is it so rich every New Year's Day?" Chen Gong looked at Wang Yong. This year, Wang Yong specially built a foldable dining table for fifteen people.Of course, children make another table.

At the same time, guests such as Wei Yan, Xu Shu, Wen Qin, Cai Yan and Lu Bu were there.Yes, Chen Gong and Lu Lingqi are also here, just like last year.

"Preparing more dishes for the New Year is not only because of the first day of the new year, but also symbolizes that this year will continue to be rich." Wang Yong replied, "If you can't finish eating, you can give the servants extra meals..."

With so many helpers in the family, the duty itself is to cook for the servants, but the dishes are of course not that good.On the other hand, Wang Yong cooks the food here, helping the cooks at most.

"Has there been such a custom before?" Chen Gong was very puzzled.

"Is it meaningful?" Cao Cao replied, "In other places, there is no habit of spending a young year..."

"Also..." Chen Gong nodded.

Xu Du didn't know when, he started to have the habit of celebrating the new year, and it also started to radiate towards Yingchuan County. He continued to estimate that the whole Yuzhou, and maybe even some Yanzhou counties, would have this custom.

"Okay!" Wang Yong sat down, "Don't talk about business, why don't you have a drink first?"

The girls glanced at each other, raised their cups full of drinks, and shouted: "Cheers!"

The dinner on the first day of the new year has officially begun!
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