Three Kingdoms: I, the eldest son of Cao, a loving father of a great man!

Chapter 156 Isn't it true, talents can be found in death row? [Dazhang asks for a subscription and asks for a monthly pass]

Cao Cao shouted angrily.

It made the camp quiet again.

There was a bit of astringency on everyone's face, as if they were scolded by Cao Cao, and there was also a hint of embarrassment.

And Yuan Shao was sitting in the main seat.

Looking at the back of Cao Cao going away.

There was also a little guilty emotion on his face.

Meng De was sincere, but he found it difficult to walk with him, which indeed violated the original oath.

But Yuan Shao felt that there was nothing he could do.

The reason why he didn't pretend to talk about Cao Cao's proposal was that he didn't even think about it.

It is entirely caused by many factors.

For one thing, the alliance is now in disarray, and everyone is thinking about the strength at hand, and they don't want to continue to wear it down.

Especially when Dong Zhuo had already shown weakness and quit Luoyang City, giving everyone a face, it was really unsustainable to fight Dong Zhuo to the death.

It was also impossible for Yuan Shao to force the order. The whole coalition army and him were of one mind, and everyone went to kill Dong Zhuo together.

I'm afraid that if he gives an order, everyone will oppose it, and some people will withdraw from the alliance on the spot. This already shaky anti-Dong Zhuo alliance will collapse in an instant.

It is simply unrealistic to use this alliance to continue chasing Dong Zhuo.

Yuan Shao naturally could only obey everyone's wishes.

Besides.

It was Yuan Shao's own thoughts.

He also thought there was no need to continue chasing.

Dong Zhuo still has a lot of troops on hand, even if he gave up Luoyang City, it doesn't mean that this bone has become easy to chew.

Want to kill Dong thief.

Still have to take human life to fill.

This is a bottomless pit, no one knows how much troops will be consumed when taking Dong Zhuo's head.

Even if Yuan Shao's family has a great career.

It is also impossible to call [-] soldiers and horses with your eyes closed, which is already part of his family fortune.

If he was completely beaten because of the crusade against Dong Zhuo, it would be heartbreaking. How long would it take to recruit another [-] soldiers?

So Yuan Shao was not willing.

……

Anyway, Dong Zhuo abandoned Luoyang City and ran to the west in desperation, which can barely prove that their crusade against Dong Zhuo has made some progress and gained some gains.

Then he is the leader of the anti-Dong Zhuo coalition.

It can also gain a certain reputation.

Although it is not as lucrative as killing Dong thief, but under the premise of preserving strength, to have these prestige is already a return beyond expectations.

Yuan Shao was already satisfied.

Now through the rolled up curtain.

Yuan Shao bent down slightly, and he could see the east wall of Luoyang City directly in front of him.

For a while, he was a little confused.

Even the capital was burned, and the emperor fell into the hands of thieves. The Han Dynasty, which seemed extremely powerful, did not seem to be so sacred and inviolable.

In this piece of heaven and earth, is the favor for the Han family surnamed Liu gradually dissipating?
The Han Dynasty, which has ruled the world for hundreds of years, seems to be setting sun once again.

Yuan Shao couldn't help but stare blankly.

Meng De, Meng De.

How do you know?

Once I lead my troops to pursue Dong Zhuo with you, regardless of victory or defeat, I will lose my troops, and once my strength is greatly reduced, how many people in this world will recognize me as the leader?
Only strength is in hand.

This incomparably vast land of the Central Plains is the place where I, Yuan Shao, have the qualifications to gallop freely!
……

outside the tent.

Cao Cao was full of anger.

They are ordering soldiers and horses together with Bao Xin.

And Cao Ang stood aside, looking at his father's gloomy face and busy appearance.

Can't help but go forward.

He asked softly, "Father, are you planning to lead your troops to pursue Dong Zhuo?"

Cao Cao stopped what he was doing.

Turning around, he nodded to Cao Ang.

Then he said firmly in his tone: "In order to preserve their strength, Yuan Benchu ​​and others planned to let Dong Zhuo go west and ignore the emperor and all the officials who were kidnapped by the thieves. It is really chilling."

"But they don't care, and I, Cao Cao, can't ignore it. Even without the army of Yuan Shao and others, with my tens of thousands of troops, I must fight Dong Zhuo."

Speaking of it.

Cao Cao frowned suddenly.

He looked at Cao Ang with a little suspicion in his eyes, and then asked in a low voice.

"Ang'er, don't you intend to stop Wei Fu from doing this?"

"If it is, then you don't need to speak up. This matter must be done as a father. Even if I die at the hands of Dong Zhuo, I will have no complaints or regrets!"

How could Cao Cao not know that with the few people in his hands, he was not enough to look good in front of Dong Zhuo, but he still insisted on doing this, and this was the belief he held in his heart at this moment.

Facing his father's doubts.

Cao Ang shook his head decisively.

"Whatever father wants to do, just do it. The child is also a loyal minister of the Han Dynasty. How can I stop such a loyal thing?"

"Not only will it not stop, but if father needs it, the boy can also lead the less than two thousand soldiers and horses to chase Dong Zhuo with you."

Cao Ang understands and agrees.

Let Cao Cao's complexion ease.

Cao Cao felt quite relieved that his son could understand him. At least their father and son were of the same mind, and they really couldn't be compared with outsiders.

It's just the second half of the sentence for my son.

Cao Cao still shook his head.

"There are more than 2000 soldiers and horses. It is enough. If you have less than [-] people, it will not be of much use. You just stay in Luoyang City. After the fire is extinguished, go into the city with Yuan Benchu ​​and the others to search. Let's see if we can get anything."

Cao Cao made it very clear.

He can face the danger himself.

But the son can't!
Going after Dong Zhuo here is definitely dancing on the tip of a knife, with his head pinned to his belt.

Cao Cao felt that it was very possible that he would lose his life if he was not careful, so his son should not be allowed to participate in such a danger.

Therefore, he decisively rejected Cao Ang's proposal.

……

Watching his father Cao Cao and Bao Xin go away.

Cao Ang felt a lot of emotion for a while.

What he said just now was naturally said on purpose, and the purpose was to do the opposite and let Cao Cao keep him here.

In fact, start from the heart.

Cao Ang didn't want Cao Cao to lead his troops to pursue Dong Zhuo, because it meant danger.

No one knew if Dong Zhuo had set up an ambush on the road. If he ran into Xu Rong again, it would be a pity for Cao Cao to beat him up and lose his troops.

That would be a bit ugly.

But Cao Ang knew he couldn't dissuade him.

Cao Cao will do this anyway, and his dissuasion will only cause his father to be dissatisfied with him, which is tantamount to adding fuel to the fire.

Instead of causing the relationship between father and son to become rigid because of this matter, it is better to let Cao Cao give it a go, and wait until the pursuit is fruitless before using words to persuade him.

I'm afraid the effect will be much better.

Now I only hope that the process of exploring Luoyang City will be smooth enough, and that I can leave with the harvest as quickly as possible.

Then follow Cao Cao's footsteps.

Try to resolve as much as possible to avoid potential crisis.

This is the best of both worlds.

of course.

Based on the content I mentioned in the letter a few days ago, and the tacit cooperation with Yuan Shao and others now.

Dong Zhuo should now have a high degree of trust in himself, even if he encounters Cao Cao's army, he should subconsciously avoid it.

This is why Cao Ang is relieved for the time being.

……

The monstrous fire burned from morning to evening.

With the unremitting efforts of countless people, the fire was finally extinguished gradually.

Except for a small area that is still burning, the main part has subsided.

Yuan Shao and others also took the opportunity to lead their troops into the city.

Stepping on the messy land.

Seeing the scorched black ruins in front of them, and the remains of corpses that can be seen everywhere in the streets and alleys, everyone couldn't help but let out a long sigh.

After such a long time.

Yuan Shao turned around and said to everyone.

"Although Dong Zhuo robbed the emperor and all the officials, and looted all of Luoyang City, but under the haste and panic, it is inevitable that some things will be missed and forgotten."

"Everyone may wish to search around the city and see if there is any gain. Even if you can find a few people alive by chance, that will be of great benefit!"

Everyone complied.

Then they headed towards the destination planned earlier in the direction they each identified.

And Cao Ang was not to be outdone.

He set off with Zhang Liao and others ahead of everyone else, and his goal was very clear.

That was when he was still in Luoyang City.

Cao Ang has already marked those buildings.

Including some worthy ministers in the court, as well as the well-known wealthy businessmen in Luoyang City, the residences of these people are the most important.

……

After walking a few steps, turning a street and alley, avoiding the sight of the heroes.

Cao Ang stopped and waved to Zhang Liao.

Then hand him a map.

"Wen Yuan, wherever the red circle is drawn on this map, you should arrange a team to go there and search carefully, not to miss any corner, big or small."

"If you find something useful, move it if you can. If you can't move it, put it aside for the time being and wait for my next order."

"If there is a conflict with other people, then report my name. If the name doesn't work, then I can share as much as I can."

"A Dian and I led more than a hundred people to the Cai's mansion. After an hour, you and I will meet at the Cao's mansion. Regardless of whether we have gained anything or not, we must send someone to report. Do you understand?"

Zhang Liao nodded heavily.

He took the map with both hands, unfolded it carefully, and kept some places on it in his heart.

Just when he was about to arrange manpower.

Xu Jing who was at the side suddenly stood up.

"General Cao, I don't know if you can give me a hundred people. If there is a place where I can bring some people there, I should be able to gain something."

Cao Ang was stunned.

He looked Xu Jing up and down.

Then he thought about the identity of this guy. He was originally the censor Zhongcheng in the court under Dong Zhuo's control. Compared to himself who had left Luoyang City for half a year, he must be familiar with many places.

Maybe there is a windfall.

Cao Ang immediately nodded in agreement.

After Xu Jing got a centurion, he didn't waste any time, cupped his hands at Cao Ang and Zhang Liao, then turned around and ran quickly in one direction.

……

Zuo Zhonglang took Cai Yong to his home.

Cao Ang's face sank like water.

Looking at the empty mansion rather gloomyly, his eyes are full of doubts.

"How could there be nothing?"

Cao Ang seemed to be talking to himself.

He really couldn't figure it out.

He has already sent his soldiers to go around three times in this small mansion. He has searched all kinds of small rooms, courtyards, even secret rooms and dark rooms. pried up.

But nothing.

He found some scattered small objects, money and coins.

But this is not what he wants!

How could it be possible to find money at Cai Yong's house?
What Cao Ang wanted was a book.

It was Cai Bozhe's family who had treasured it for a long time, and there were countless volumes of precious books, which were priceless.

In the eyes of those who are truly knowledgeable, and in the hands of those who can make a difference, the value of these books will not be lower than the equivalent amount of gold.

But right now I can't find a single volume.

This is what puzzled Cao Ang the most.

Where did things go?

Although Cai Yong must have moved to Chang'an with Dong Zhuo, it is impossible for him to move with such a huge collection of books.

Books are very heavy things these days. A large stack of bamboo slips may be just a certain chapter, and just a few books can fill a wall.

And Cai Yong, as a famous Confucian who is well-known all over the world, was a top literati in the late Han Dynasty.

There are countless books in his home.

This old comrade is amazing. He took a few volumes of his favorites away, and most of them will definitely stay here.

So now what?

Come in good times, and come back in defeat.

This really annoyed Cao Ang.

And after the soldiers under his command came to report one after another, the anger intensified.

……

"General Qi, the last general took his men and horses to Wang Situ's house to dig three feet, but still found nothing."

"Reporting to the general, the situation is the same for the last general, and there is nothing to gain."

"General, here are two boxes of five baht coins. They were dug out from the rich businessman's house we went to. The exact amount is not counted yet."

As everyone came over to report one after another.

Cao Ang's brows were almost wrinkled into a Sichuan shape.

No one found the book!

The great thing is that the money is dug out of the secret room, or from the ground, and nothing else.

such a situation.

Cao Ang was really confused.

No matter how unresponsive he was, he could still realize that something went wrong. It was definitely Dong Zhuo who had tampered with these things.

Head up.

Looking at the North and South Second Palaces, which were not far away with ruined arms and scorched black everywhere, the corners of Cao Ang's mouth twitched slightly, and his eyelids twitched wildly a few times.

He meows!
Dong Zhuo, a fat man, probably knew that these things could not be taken away, so he simply put them in the palace and burned them all up, right?
The more you think about it, the more likely it is.

With the temperament of that black fat man, he would definitely do such a thing as giving birth to a son without an asshole!

Thinking of how hard he had planned and thought about it, but in the end he didn't get anything, as if he just came to Luoyang City for a trip.

Cao Ang couldn't help cursing in his heart.

Dong thief, my tender father!

……

Fortunately, Cao Ang's mentality is better.

The mind is firm and powerful.

After cursing for a while, he finally calmed down quickly.

Forget it, it's nothing more than some things outside the body, if you have it, you will be happy, and if you don't have it, it doesn't matter.

Just when he thought so.

Suddenly there was a burst of intensive footsteps not far away, and then I saw Xu Jing who had led a centurion away earlier, and rushed over in a hurry.

"General Cao, there is a big harvest!"

Before Cao Ang could speak, Xu Jing yelled loudly, and Cao Ang's eyes lit up with his words.

Could it be an unintentional move.

Can you bring yourself a surprise?
"Wenxiu, what a great harvest, where did you go before, why not tell me in detail!"

Xu Jing hurriedly ran up to him.

After taking a few breaths, he wiped the sweat that dripped from his forehead from running wildly.

Then he tightened his breath, cupped his hands to Cao Ang, and then spoke quickly.

"To tell the truth, General Cao, I just went to the death row before I left Luoyang. Before I fled Luoyang, Dong Zhuo went to the death row to imprison a few people with lofty ideals. I wanted to try my luck and see if I could find them. Killed by Dong Zhuo, he is still imprisoned."

"It can be regarded as my luck. This time, I really saved one person. It was Xun You, the Huangmen servant who was imprisoned for assassinating Dong thief."

"Perhaps Dong Thief left in a hurry. Not only did he not kill Xun Shilang, he even forgot to bring him out of the death row, so I took advantage of it."

"It's just that it was smoky before, and Xun You was injured himself, and now it's inconvenient to move, so I came here to tell the general!"

……

In fact, what Xu Jing said later.

Cao Ang didn't listen to a word.

Only two words echoed in his ears.

Xun You! ! !
Xun You, the servant of the Huangmen, whose courtesy name is Gongda, is the top strategist in the world. No one in the world can surpass him in terms of defeating the enemy and military strategy.

It is enough to be called the existence of the mastermind!

Offered a plan to flood Xiapi with water and capture Lu Bu alive.

In the Battle of Guandu, Yan Liang and Wen Chou were killed, and Yuan Shao was sent to attack and burn Yuan Shao's food and grass. There are countless strategies.

He is a master of top strategy and tactics.

How could Cao Ang not be overjoyed?

This is definitely a surprise, and the degree of surprise is far beyond Cao Ang's imagination.

The previous feeling of depression because of not gaining anything in Cai Yong's and other people's homes was swept away at this moment, leaving only joy and excitement.

What the hell!

This is Xun You!

This time it took off directly.

Although Cao Ang now has a top talent like Xun Yu in terms of literati and advisers, he is also Xun You's uncle.

However, Xun Yu is more inclined towards internal affairs. Even if he is a polygonal all-rounder, his battlefield strategy is far superior to ordinary people. Compared with Xun You's ability in military strategy, it seems to be a little inferior.

This trip came to attack Dong Zhuo.

Together with his father Cao Cao, he only brought one military adviser from Chen Gong.

For a mature force.

It is impossible to do without battlefield command and counselors in military strategy. This is also an integral part of the combat effectiveness of an army, and can even determine the outcome of a battle.

Now Xu Jing has found Xun You.

As long as you find a way to recruit this person and make it have a certain degree of loyalty.

Then one of Cao Ang's shortcomings will be made up for.

He is not afraid of fighting anyone in the future!
At the critical moment, with Xun You's ingenious strategy, he can fight any situation.

There is Zhang Liao on the battlefield, Dian Wei in singles, Xun Yu in logistics and internal affairs, Xun You in intrigue and trickery, and Cao Ang can also serve as a spiritual symbol.

Such a combination.

Invincible directly!

What big mouth, big skeleton king, white horse, Sun Shiwan, all of them are just enough for fun!
……

"Wen Xiu, get on your horse quickly and lead the way ahead. I'm going to meet this Minister Xun now!"

Cao Ang didn't have time to think too much.

Let everyone wait in place.

On the other hand, he took Xu Jing and headed towards the death cell, galloping on a galloping horse along the way, at a very fast speed.

Looking at the scene of continuous retreat on both sides.

Cao Ang couldn't help turning his head, looked at Xu Jing, and then nodded in satisfaction.

Sure enough, an old family is like a treasure.

Although Xu Wenxiu is not old, he is definitely a treasure!

There are still people in the court who are good at handling things.

If it was someone else, does anyone know that such a talent was imprisoned in the death row?
Only Xu Jing had the exclusive news.

Gee!
Originally, it was planned to re-open the Yuedan Review through Xu Jing's mouth, to make famous for many important people under him.

Unexpectedly, there are additional gains now.

Buy one get one free, it's really bloody money!
of course.

Even though Cao Ang was full of ambition, he did not forget the most important point, that is how to persuade Xun You to join his command, which is very important.

It is impossible for him to run over to show his face, announce his name, and then shake his body, and Xun Gongda will obediently surrender to him.

This is unrealistic.

At the very least, there must be a charter.

In this way, Cao Ang pondered.

……

Under the gallop of a steed.

It didn't take long to get to Death Row.

Soon Cao Ang saw the person he wanted to see.

At this moment, Xun You was wearing a prison uniform, with disheveled hair, thin body and pale complexion.

His whole body was covered with black ash. It seemed that when the palace was burned, the prison was also affected. Ever since we met, Xun You had been coughing non-stop, looking extremely embarrassed.

But even so.

When Cao Ang met his eyes.

However, he was also shocked to find that Xun You's eyes were extremely bright, which formed a sharp contrast with the dark background around him, and his eyes were even more piercing.

Under its gaze.

It seems that at this moment, his heart has been penetrated by him, which makes people quite frightened.

See Cao Ang coming.

Xun You, who was leaning against the wall, struggled to sit up.

Although the movement was strenuous, it was still quite elegant, and he bowed his hands to Cao Ang to salute.

He said with full respect in his mouth: "If the general hadn't sent someone to rescue him, I'm afraid you would be ignored and you would have to die in prison."

"The grace of saving my life is unforgettable. I hope the general will tell you his name. I will definitely repay you generously!"

……

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