Cao Thief

Chapter 707
At this time, Zhao Yun was surrounded by heavy siege.

The tiger rider was in front, the leopard rider was behind, and Cao Peng, Wei Yan, Huang Zhong, and Pound surrounded him in the center from four directions.Want to escape at this time?There is no possibility at all!Not to mention that even if the four of Cao Peng couldn't resist him, they were only half inferior.If the four join forces, even Zhao Yun in his heyday would not be able to withstand ten rounds, let alone the current embarrassing situation.

But that's not the most important thing!

What frightened Zhao Yun the most was that in front of Cao Peng, there was a row of men and women, old and young.

And these people are precisely the ones that Zhao Yun fears the most... Line up from the left hand side are Xiang Lang, Xiang Tiao and his son, Mrs. Xiang and his mother, Mrs. Gan, Mi Zhu... In addition, there is also Zhao Yun who has been working since the early morning. After struggling to find the current Mrs. Mi and A Dou.

My God, this is equivalent to killing Liu Bei's family members in one go!

But when you think about it, this kind of thing is not uncommon.When Liu Bei attacked Jiangling, it was impossible for his family to be with him.It was originally a foolproof operation, but because Huang Zhong persuaded Lai Gong to jointly capture Jiangling, it ended in failure.

Originally, Liu Bei asked Zhang Fei to stay at Dangyang Bridge, and he also had the idea of ​​gathering the remnants of the defeated generals and looking for their families.

But how could Zhang Fei expect that Wei Yan would spare the inner side and cross the river from Zhangshan to attack... As a result, Mrs. Gan who was escorted back by Mizhu, and Mrs. Xiang and her son who had just fled to Dangyang Bridge with Xiang Lang and his son, It is also difficult to escape.As for Mrs. Mi and Liu Chan, they were captured by Pang De.When Cao Peng entered Changbanpo, he ordered Pang De to find the whereabouts of Mrs. Mi, Adou and others.

Unexpectedly, Mrs. Gan was rescued by Zhao Yun first, so she could not be found.

But Mrs. Mi, mother and son, were not so lucky... Pang De captured a few soldiers from Liu Bei's army, and led them to find Mrs. Mi and Adou in Changbanpo.Originally, according to Mrs. Mi's staunch temperament, it was very likely that she would commit suicide in Changbanpo.However, she was still holding A Dou in her arms, so Mrs. Mi had no choice but to become Pound's prisoner.When Zhang Yun started to clean up the mess in Changbanpo, Pang De escorted Mrs. Mi and Liu Chan, heeding Cao Peng's call, and rushed to Dangyang Bridge to join Cao Peng.

Behind them is a row of knives and axes.

Cao Peng looked at the bruised and exhausted Zhao Yun, and sighed softly, "Zilong, you have tried your best, why are you so obsessed with it?"

"Cao Peng, you are so despicable?"

Seeing this situation, Zhao Yun also knew that it would be meaningless to continue the fight.

Seeing the row of captives, Zhao Yun suddenly stuck his big gun upside down on the ground, put his sword across his neck, and was about to kill himself.However, as soon as he moved, he heard Cao Peng say: "Zilong, if you commit suicide, don't blame me for being cruel and merciless for cutting off Liu Bei's blood."

"you……"

Zhao Yun was startled, and shouted sharply: "Cao Peng, what do you want?"

Cao Peng smiled slightly, "Two ways, surrender, or die."

"You want me to surrender?"

"Exactly!"

Cao Peng answered decisively, and then sighed, "Ziyou told me, Zilong, you are an upright character, and you are a loyal person.

However, you should also understand the truth that a good minister chooses the master to serve, and a good bird chooses a tree to live in.Liu Xuande's situation is over now, his plot to Jiangling failed, and it is difficult to recover the situation.Now, the prime minister's army is about to enter the land of Jingchu, and his annihilation will only happen sooner or later...

You have done enough in Changbanpo today!
Look at your current appearance, do you still remember the great ambition you made when you and Ziyou were studying art in Changshan?I remember Ziyou said that your greatest wish in life is to be a hero who protects your homeland and resists the barbarians.When you were under Gongsun Zan's tent, no matter what, you at least acted according to your ideals...but now?Ziyou is far inferior to you, but he has been in Hexi for more than three years, fought dozens of times with the Mobei Hulu, and killed countless enemies; but what about you?But like a bereaved dog, it doesn't even have a shelter.Following that ambitious generation, wandering around... You say that Liu Xuande is the master, but in my eyes, he is just a villain for fame.

People say that the prime minister is a traitor to the country, but the prime minister is in Xudu, calming the Quartet, and his military exploits are outstanding, so that Fanbang comes to the court.

Under the prime minister, the people have no worries about food and clothing, and their lives are safe, at least they can live a life of food and clothing; but what about Liu Xuande?Wherever they go, there will be endless wars.During his four years in Xuzhou, the population of Xuzhou decreased by one-third, the fields were barren, and the people were displaced.The originally prosperous Jianghuai land of fish and rice was tossed and dilapidated; when it arrived in Runan, the people were recruited and bandits and bandits were recruited to run rampant.After the prime minister dispatched troops, he slapped his ass and left, calling it a detour... But what happened to the people who supported him at the beginning?If the prime minister hadn't ordered people to send food from Xuzhou, I'm afraid it would have been a scene of starvation everywhere.

Now in Jingzhou, it's the same.

In Nanyang, he went to war without authorization, and lost troops and generals.

In Fancheng, he conspired against Xiangyang, and was cast aside by everyone... Are such characters really worth following?Or, have you followed Liu Bei for so long that you have forgotten the grand ambitions you made in front of Master Tong Yuan in Changshan?Maybe, you're already numb..."

Zhao Yun's face became extremely ugly.

He looked down at the sword in his hand, and looked up at the prisoners who were being escorted by the swordsmen.

Dang!

Zhao Yun dropped the sword in his hand on the ground.

"Cao Youxue, I will never surrender to Cao Cao."

This sentence is categorical, without any room for maneuver.

"General Zilong, don't worry about me waiting, break through quickly, leave this place, and go find the emperor's uncle..."

She suddenly shouted to Mrs. Xiang, but saw a swordsman step forward and tore off her sleeve.It was mid-winter, and Mrs. Xiang was wearing thick clothes.But even so, when the sleeves were ripped off, she still couldn't help letting out a scream, and then the swordsman crumpled the sleeves and stuffed them into Mrs. Xiang's mouth.

"stop!"

Zhao Yun was shocked, and he was about to grab the gun with his hands.

But Cao Peng waved his hand and said with a smile: "Zilong, don't be nervous, I just want a word from you."

"What?"

"Play for me and I'll let them go.

If not, I can hand them over to the prime minister, or I can execute them... The lives of these many people are only in your mind, you have to think about it. "

Zhao Yun could hear that what Cao Peng said was working for 'me', not for the 'Prime Minister'.

He couldn't help but startled, and looked at Cao Peng.

But Cao Peng looked calm and smiling.

In my heart, it suddenly became chaotic... Cao Peng's words just now were not without shock to Zhao Yun.

Back then, he made a great wish in front of Tong Yuan, to defend the frontier and beat the Hulu.

And the reason why he defected to Gongsun Zan was that even when Liu Bei recruited him for the first time, he was obviously not favored by Gongsun Zan, so he insisted on going back.Although there is loyalty in it, but more, it is Gongsun Zan who guards the frontier, and the name of General White Horse makes him admire.

It's just that later, Gongsun Zan had ambitions, killed Liu Yu, fought Yuan Shao, and ended up in a miserable end.

After that, Zhao Yun traveled thousands of miles to join Liu Bei.

At that time, Xiahou Lanming wrote to invite him, but Zhao Yun was unwilling to assist Cao Peng.

The reason, of course, is that Cao Peng's reputation is not obvious, but the real reason is that he believes that Liu Bei can build a career and let him realize his ideals.However, after ten years of defection to Liu Bei, he failed to kill even a single Hulu.Instead, he followed Liu Bei around and wandered around.What makes Zhao Yun feel sad the most is that Liu Bei still refuses to let him lead the army alone.Even if it is a white soldier, he just goes into battle with him and kills the enemy, without any power.If Zhao Yun is incompetent, it might be fine.

However, his martial arts are not inferior to those of Guan and Zhang, and he can be said to be the best under Liu Bei's tent.

This made him feel a little uncomfortable... Especially when Lu Ji was able to lead the army alone, but he still had nowhere to display his talents, he felt even more depressed.Ten years have passed, and he is really about to forget his ambitions back then!If Cao Peng hadn't mentioned it, he might have forgotten it.

Closing his eyes, Zhao Yun's expression was uncertain.

Cao Peng said: "Zilong, you make a decision.

Now I can still make the decision, but if it is too late, I'm afraid it will be difficult to deal with it.

I can guarantee that as long as you surrender to me, I will release all these people... If you don't want to be an enemy of Liu Bei, I can also send you to Liangzhou to avoid embarrassment.Where to go, you make a quick decision.From now on, I will take [-] breaths, you can make up your mind. "

Cao Peng also knew that it was a big mistake for him to let Liu Bei's family go.

Cao Cao will definitely know, and will be very angry, and may even dismiss him from his official position.But if Zhao Yun can be taken back, it will be worth it.After all, Chang Shan Zhao Zilong was his idol in his previous life.Although Zhao Yun is not as handsome as described in the novel Romance, it is still worth his risk.Besides, it's not uncommon for him to be dismissed from office... He won't be afraid.

Cao Cao, can you bear to kill him?

It's just that he can decide these things now.

If Zhang He comes after a while, I'm afraid there will be trouble...

Cao Peng has already marked the way for Zhao Yun, and the next step depends on Zhao Yun's own choice.

Zhao Yun raised his head and looked at Cao Peng in a daze.

It would be a lie to say that he was not moved... Of course he knew how much risk Cao Peng had taken.Although I don't understand, why does Cao Peng value it so much?But in my heart, I am extremely grateful.It's not like he didn't know how much Cao Peng valued him.From the first time we met in Wuyin, he felt this importance.Thinking that he is just a martial artist, how can he be so valued by Cao Peng?
Even Pang De and Huang Zhong, who were on the side, felt that it was a bit delicious!

"If I surrender, do you really dare to let them go without ruining their lives?"

"nature!"

"If I surrender, can you really prevent me from being an enemy of the emperor's uncle?"

"I can promise."

"In this case, please let the wife and the young master go... As long as the young master lets them go, Zhao Yun will immediately dismount and return."

When Zhao Yun said these words, he felt uncomfortable.

Thinking that he has regarded loyalty as his life all his life, but now he has to betray the Lord and surrender, of course he feels sad.

"Young master, don't be fooled."

Huang Zhong stepped forward and reminded him softly.

Cao Peng smiled slightly, "Zilong and even a sincere gentleman will definitely not coax me... Come here, let them all go, and let them go."

Although everyone was not convinced, they could not refuse Cao Peng's order.

So, the knife and ax were withdrawn, and Xiang Lang and his son hurried forward to support Mrs. Xiang, mother and son.And Mi Zhu supported Mrs. Mi and Mrs. Gan, looked back at Zhao Yun, sighed softly in his heart, cupped his hands towards Zhao Yun and bowed to the ground, then said to the two ladies: "Let's go."

"Cao Peng!"

Mrs. Mi handed A Dou to Mrs. Gan, and suddenly asked loudly, "Where is my second brother?"

"You mean the second master Mi Fang Mi?
Hehe, he is currently working in Wuwei County, Liangzhou, and he is quite happy.

As for Mr. Xiang Chong, I assigned him to serve in Lianbao, Hexi... I heard people say that he was doing well there and made a lot of contributions. "

Mrs. Mi did not speak again, but took a deep look at Cao Peng, and supported Mrs. Gan and her son, although Mi Zhu left slowly...

It turned out that the second brother was not dead!
It was not the first time Mrs. Mi met Cao Peng.

As early as ten years ago, when Cao Peng was only fifteen or sixteen, she had dealt with Cao Peng.

That time, she also became Cao Peng's prisoner, and was finally released by Cao Peng... Unexpectedly, ten years later, the past happened again, and she couldn't help feeling deeply moved.Has the little thief of the past grown so much now?
"Sister, are you okay?"

"I'm fine!"

Mrs. Mi nodded, ignoring the father and son of Xiang Lang and Mrs. Xiang and his mother who had already left, and turned to Zhao Yun with a deep blessing, "General Zilong, I will remember the general's affection... no matter what others say , but I know that the general is helpless today.

This farewell, there will be no future, and I hope the general will take care. "

As soon as these words came out, not only Zhao Yun was stunned, but even Cao Peng who was beside him was also stunned.

It sounded like Mrs. Mi was just thanking Zhao Yun.

But in the words, Zhao Yun was excused: Don't pay too much attention to it, we all know that your surrender today is not because you betrayed the Lord and asked for glory, but because of your helplessness.I also know what kind of person you Zhao Zilong is.So, you don't need to worry too much, from now on, each is his master.

Zhao Yun was on the horse, cupped his hands and said, "Ma'am, take care."

He had been in charge of protecting Mrs. Gan and Mrs. Mi for nearly a year, and his relationship with Mi Zhu was also very close.

In the past, they were friends, but after today, they are now enemies.

Sunset, sunset.

The head of Dangyang Bridge was stained with blood red.

The thick smoke in the distance still diffused freely in the air, the corpses everywhere, the unowned horse, the broken sword, and the gurgling Dangyang River water outlined a sad scene.

Mrs. Mi and the others walked across the Dangyang Bridge and left towards the distance.

Cao Peng was on the sidelines, quietly watching Mrs. Mi and her party drift away, then turned the horse's head, staring at Zhao Yun with piercing eyes.

I have fulfilled your request!

Then next, it's your turn...

Zhao Yun slowly took off his helmet and threw it aside.

He was on the horse, took a deep breath, then kicked off the saddle and jumped off the horse.

The moment his feet hit the ground, Zhao Yun felt dizzy.Subconsciously, he reached out and grabbed the silver gun, but it caused a commotion among Cao soldiers around him.

No wonder, Zhao Yun left such a deep impression on them!

On the slope of Changban, he killed hundreds of tigers and leopards, and countless warriors; at the head of Dangyang Bridge, he also shot more than a dozen tigers, and even confronted Cao Peng four people in turn, which can be described as brave and invincible.

Cao Peng waved his hand to signal everyone not to panic.

But seeing Zhao Yun smelling his heart, he took a step forward, "Mr. Yun is highly regarded, and from now on, this life will belong to you."

Cao Peng heard it and laughed!
He jumped off the horse, took a few steps forward, and supported Zhao Yun by the arm.

"I have a child dragon, like a tiger with wings..."

(End of this chapter)