Picked up a copy of Romance of the Three Kingdoms

Chapter 495 Dong Zhuo is handsome
"Nine months??"

Yuan Shu was stunned for a moment, then asked again: "What did General Sun say? Didn't you send someone to look for it?"

"Years ago, General Qie Li Tuo died and nearly [-] Qiang people from outside the Great Wall tried to rush into Liangzhou. Sun Jian is leading the army to conquer." Died?? Why didn't anyone tell me?!"

Yuan Shao was puzzled, he didn't know why Yuan Shu was so excited, he stretched out his hand, pulled Yuan Shu, asked him to sit down, and asked, "Do you have friendship with him?"

Yuan Shu closed his eyes, let out a long sigh, and said, "My colleague for many years."

Yuan Shao was also silent for a moment, and said: "Due to the war, Sun Jian was unable to send a large-scale manpower to search. I think I may bother you to go there. In addition, Huang Zhong may also go with you. This is your It's a good time to return to the temple. However, Cao Cao also intends to go, so you don't have to worry about it. Cao Cao's reputation is not as good as yours, and his combat experience is not as good as yours. The officials will definitely object."

"On the contrary, Dong Zhuo is a little difficult to deal with. He wants to climb up to the position of Taiwei. If there is a war, he will definitely recommend himself. However, he is quite old, and he should not be able to compete with you." Yuan Shao analyzed calmly.

"Brother, there is no need to say any more." Yuan Shu suddenly interrupted Yuan Shao, he raised his head, looked at Yuan Shao, and said, "This time, it is absolutely impossible for me to go to the Northwest for you and my brother, one of whom is Sikong in the temple, His Majesty will not allow one person to command more than half of the country's army, so you don't have to worry about it, brother."

Yuan Shao was taken aback, and quickly said: "Although this is the case, you are the only one who knows the situation in the Northwest, has fought there for many years, and even escorted business travelers, so you are the most suitable person. If you are willing to listen to me, with these people, you can still ask His Royal Highness the eldest son to play a performance to His Majesty, and the Son of Heaven may agree."

"All right!"

"Are you trying to force the emperor? Let the emperor agree to let me be the commander???"

"You are the most suitable candidate, how can you say it is persecution? As a courtier of a great man, shouldn't I recommend the most suitable person to take the position?" Yuan Shao asked back with a frown.

"No need, brother, regarding the matter of the military, the Taiwei and others will discuss and formulate it. Brother must not participate, otherwise, it will bring great disaster to our Yuan family."

When Yuan Shu mentioned the safety of his family, Yuan Shao calmed down, pondered for a moment, nodded, and said: "I am a little anxious, that's all, you continue to teach His Highness, in the future, His Highness will not reuse you, At that time, even if I am gone, the Yuan family will not be in decline. Also, I have discussed a marriage for you. You are already at this age, so you can't delay any longer."

"I haven't finished the book yet."

"Bastard, Xian Si is about to get married, you, uncle, do you still want to get married after your nephew??!"

Yuan Shu kept a cold face and did not reply.

"Let's just say that, Father's line cannot be broken in your hands."

Because of Yuan Shao's adoption, although he is also Yuan Feng's heir, he cannot represent Yuan Feng's lineage. Hearing what Yuan Shao said, Yuan Shu finally felt helpless, nodded and said nothing.

Only then did Yuan Shao happily leave.

The news of the business traveler did not spread widely. All that is known is the Sangong of the court and some generals. However, it is still not certain what happened to the business traveler, which makes the Sangong very headache.

Sitting in the hall of Houde, the emperor frowned and tapped his fingers on the desk.

"Is it Guishuang?"

Hearing the emperor's question, neither Lu Zhi nor Yuan Shao said a word. They looked at Jia Xu who was on the side, and Jia Xu said seriously: "It shouldn't be. In the past few decades, Guishuang and Dahan have been trading for a long time without interruption. This matter It is of great benefit to both Guishuang and the big man, even if the Guishuang King is ignorant, he will not plunder business travel and cut off his own long-term interests."

"Is that a thief?"

"It shouldn't be. There are thousands of merchant guards. How can ordinary thieves dare to plunder?"

The Son of Heaven nodded, looked at him, and said, "According to Taiwei's opinion, what should we do now?"

"Led by Dong Gong, he led Huang Zhonghou and his troops to Liangzhou. In addition, although General Sun fought fiercely with the Qiang people in Xiliang, I know that it is most appropriate for an army to send them to investigate the whereabouts of the merchants."

"Oh? Where is the army?"

"The Valiant Battalion under Lieutenant Gongsun's command."

"kindness"

Lu Zhi on the side suddenly said: "If the business trip is only delayed due to other circumstances, is it too costly for us to dispatch tens of thousands of elite northern troops?"

Jia Xu shook his head and said, "Compared to life, money is nothing like dung. Even if there is nothing wrong with the merchants, let's train the Northern Army and support the Southern Army."

Only then did the emperor agree.

Afterwards, Dong Zhuo and Huang Zhong were ordered to come to the Hall of Houde, and the two soon appeared outside the palace. Huang Zhong was still relatively calm, but Dong Zhuo was different. Dong Zhuo looked happy, and it seemed that he Hearing some rumors and knowing why the emperor wanted to find him, Hanmen took the two of them to the Hall of Houde.

"I see your Majesty!"

"Meet Your Majesty!"

The two bowed, the emperor quickly stepped forward, helped them up, and let them sit in front of him. Looking at the Son of Heaven, he said: "Your Majesty, Guishuang must have done this. I am willing to lead an army to Liangzhou to cut off the dog's head of King Guishuang!!"

"The same is true for the minister."

"Hahaha, I am very relieved that the general has such great ambitions. I still don't know who did it. I have ordered Gongsun Zan to search for merchants." The emperor said, looking at Dong Zhuo in front of him, not knowing what to say. His sixtieth birthday is almost ancient, can he take the position of chief general, and go to Liangzhou, the emperor asked again: "I want to make Dong Gong the commander-in-chief, but I don't know if Dong Gong is willing?"

"Thank you, Your Majesty! Thank you, Your Majesty! Thank you!!" Dong Zhuo stood up, almost dancing, and said several thanks in a row. The emperor smiled, let him sit down, and said, "I still want to give you a deputy commander, I don't know. What candidate does Mr. Dong have in mind?"

Dong Zhuo was in a good mood, and he didn't even ask why he wanted a deputy commander, but said directly, "Yuan Gonglu."

"Yuan Gonglu doesn't want him. I have a back injury, so what if I can't ride Cao Cao again?"

"Cao Cao?" Dong Zhuo was taken aback, and asked in surprise, "Can he fight?"

"A few days ago, he also wrote the art of war, so he naturally understands the strategy of war."

"Your Majesty, Zhao Kuo also understands military strategy very well."

"Hahaha, Mr. Dong, don't worry. You are still in charge of the war. Cao Cao is shrewd and has strategies. He will help you if he follows you."

"That's good!" Dong Zhuo agreed. Speaking of which, he is still not too satisfied with Cao Cao, the deputy commander. It would be great if Yuan Shu could come with him. After all, Yuan Shu has led soldiers and is familiar with the Northwest. The emperor explained the situation for a while, the two listened carefully, and finally bid farewell to the emperor, left the palace, walked out of the palace, Dong Zhuo held Huang Zhong.

"Han Sheng, I still need your help in this expedition."

"Dong Gong ordered, loyalty will never refuse."

"Good! Good!" Dong Zhuo was overjoyed, and wanted to take Huang Zhong back to his courtyard, but Huang Zhong didn't agree. He still had to prepare for the expedition of the soldiers of the Northern Army, which would take place in a few days, and needed all the logistics and supplies. Huang Zhong went to work, so he couldn't accompany Dong Zhuo, Dong Zhuo understood and let him go.

Back in the school grounds, Dong Zhuo puffed out his chest, looking triumphant, and walked into the school grounds. The soldiers were resting. When they saw Dong Zhuo entering, they got up one after another and wanted to salute. Dong Zhuo waved his hand and told them to sit down. Walking into the main tent, Hua Xiong knelt down in front of the desk, buried his head, and fell asleep, Dong Zhuo stepped forward and kicked him!
Hua Xiong woke up suddenly, pulled out the sword at his waist, and looked around.

"Which bastard, dare to provoke me. Hehehe, Mr. Dong, long time no see. I miss you so much. How are you doing? Are you in good health?"

Seeing Hua Xiong's smile, Dong Zhuo wanted to beat him up, but today he was in a good mood and happy, ignored Hua Xiong, pushed him away, sat down, Hua Xiong stood aside, and kept saying: "Dong Zhuo Gong, be careful, after all, you are getting old, don't hurt yourself"

"Shut up for me!"

"Thank you."

"I'm going to lead the army! Go to Liangzhou!! Hahaha, I've been in Niao County for so long, and I can hardly get on a horse. Now, I can finally stretch myself!" Dong Zhuo As he said happily, Hua Xiong's eyes lit up, and he quickly asked, "What about me?"

"Of course I'm going out with me, what's the matter, I have to ride the horse myself and charge into battle??"

"Okay, when are we leaving?!"

"I'll let you know when the time comes! Don't worry!"

"I'm in a hurry?"

Hua Xiong looked at Dong Zhuo who was wearing armor in front of him, and asked back.

On the other side, Cao Cao was also taken back to Houde Hall.

Cao Cao, who has taken off his official uniform, now looks like a great Confucian, full of poetry and books, full of economics, sitting in front of the emperor, he is also a little surprised. These days, he is either in the library or in the countryside. Touring around, asking about the New Deal, traffickers, pawns, students farming and farming, he never let him go, asking one by one, and still trying to improve the New Deal.

Why did the emperor suddenly want to summon him?
"Meng De, something happened in the northwest, you have to go there."

"West..." Cao Cao's heart trembled, his face was also a little moved, and he was no longer so calm.

"The foreign trade business traveler has not returned in September. I am afraid that something unexpected will happen. I have ordered the Xiaoyong Battalion to investigate. In addition, the soldiers of the Northern Army should also be sent to Liangzhou. Dong Zhuo will be the commander and you will be the deputy commander!"

Hearing these words, Cao Cao was indescribably excited. He stood up, bowed to the emperor, and said, "I will live up to your majesty's expectations."

"In addition to fighting, you have other things to do. Now, all the countries in the Han Dynasty, such as Fuyu, Zhenla, Funan, Wa, etc., have sent their countrymen to assist in their governance. Only the countries in the Western Regions are all governed by I think that the Western Regions, as an important center for the outside world, cannot develop and prosper by relying solely on the Protectorate, or be governed by the sending country."

"However, I have never been to the Western Regions. I don't have a specific plan in mind yet. Therefore, you are my eyes and ears. When you go to Liangzhou, you should also help me to see the local situation."

"Your Majesty wants to rule the Western Regions?"

"Even the newly attached states like Fuyu and Zhenla are thriving and improving. How can I ignore the Western Regions as the territory of the Han Dynasty for hundreds of years? Here must be revitalized, Guishuang people, Anxi people, no matter what Whoever arrives in the Han Dynasty must see the wealth and strength of the Han Dynasty, and the Western Regions are the door of the Han Dynasty, so he must be richer than the Central Plains!!"

"Please!"

The two of them talked about everything in the Northwest in detail in Houde Hall.

(End of this chapter)