Great Wei Nengchen

"See my lord father!" The eldest son Cao Ang walked in, dressed in fluttering white, elegant and unrestrained, with a strong look of joy on his face, it could be seen that he really liked this marriage!

"My son, are you satisfied this time?" Knowing a son is like a father, Cao Cao naturally understands what his son likes in his heart, but this marriage is also very beneficial to the Cao family, so he will fully support it!

Since ancient times, all powerful ministers have become relatives without exception, Huo Guang, Wang Mang, Liang Ji, He Jin..., those who did not marry the royal family to improve their political status, now it is their turn to the Cao family, as long as they marry the royal family The noble bloodlines are fused together, let's see who dares to say that their descendants are eunuchs in the future!

"Thank you, Father!" Cao Ang knelt down on the ground, saluted and paid homage. To tell the truth, he had really admired that princess for a long time, and he would die without regret if he could marry such a woman!

"Zixiu, this marriage has been fulfilled for your father, but you have to keep in mind that after getting married, she becomes the daughter-in-law of our Cao family, not you as the son-in-law of the Han family. Be sure to grasp it!"

"Nuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu"

While Cao Ang was struggling repeatedly in his heart, a soldier ran in quickly, knelt down and saluted: "Report to the Prime Minister, Wancheng urgently reports that Zhang Xiu has rebelled!"

576. Chapter 576 Jiangshan Beauty

A huge locust plague not only swept across the Central Plains, but even Wancheng in the northern part of Jingzhou was also unlucky. The grass and trees in the fields were wiped out, and the crops were even less harvested. This is a worry for the guarding general here~ ~ Zhang embroidery!

Since the fall of Zhang Jizhong's arrow, his nephew Zhang Xiu has been stationed in Wancheng with tens of thousands of remnants of the Xiliang Army. Because of his weak strength, he dare not participate in the war between the princes. Jingzhou Mu-Liu Biao usually donates some money and food, so he can barely maintain his life!

However, after the locust plague, the people had no crops, and they couldn’t eat enough to eat, so what did they have to pay for the army rations, so Zhang Xiu and tens of thousands of subordinates suddenly fell into the predicament of lack of food. I'm so hungry if I don't eat!

It is a matter of course for soldiers to eat food. If you can’t even eat enough food, who will serve you as a soldier to fight? Seeing the number of deserters increasing every day, Zhang Xiu is worried about losing his hair in handfuls. These soldiers and horses are left by his uncle. Give yourself the last bit of capital, and keep it no matter what, otherwise how will you explain it when you go underground in the future!

But food is something that cannot fall from the sky, and the locusts have eaten up the ground, so the only way left is to rob it, get some food from the edge of the knife, and die in battle, it is better than starving to death!

But here comes the problem again, the princes are rising together, who will grab it?

Zhang Xiu counted with his fingers. Liu Biao in the south had a good relationship with him, and he often gave money and food. Those who robbed him couldn't bear it. Henan and Yanzhou in the east were also hit by disasters, and the situation was even worse. Even if they wanted to rob him, they couldn't The ones can be snatched, besides, that 'ghost-faced Xiao Lang' and his uncle and nephew are also old friends, it would be best if they could meet each other without fighting!

To the west is Zhang Lu's territory in Hanzhong. The five hundred miles of inclined valley roads are difficult to navigate, full of cliffs and cliffs.

After all the calculations, only Cao and Sizhou in the north have implemented the "garden policy" in the past few years, and they have harvested a large amount of grain and grass, and the locust plague has not visited there. The people's harvest this year is also good, and every family has surplus grain. Although the Prime Minister Cao Cao is not easy to provoke, but "the brave ones will die, the timid ones will starve to death", the eyes of the subordinates are red from hunger, and they are about to eat people, so what else can they not dare to do!

In the end, as soon as Zhang Xiu made a decision, he robbed Cao Cao. As for the possible serious consequences, I will wait until I am full. No matter how bad it is, it can't be worse than starving to death!

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The news of Zhang Xiu's rebellion spread to Xuchang. Cao Cao immediately summoned civil and military officials to discuss countermeasures in the lobby of the prime minister's mansion. All victories, all victories', one victory after another, it is inevitable that there will be some tails, the army is full of arrogance from top to bottom, and the tens of thousands of Xiliang remnants are not taken seriously at all!

He is not only a general in the army, but also the prime minister Cao Cao. In a few years, he will be all over the world. He will be as tyrannical as Dong Zhuo, as powerful as Yuan Shu, as brave as Lu Bu, and he will be defeated one by one by him. Taking down the land of the four states, with a little-known Zhang Xiu, and the tens of thousands of remnants of the Xiliang Army under him, how could he see it in his eyes!

The military meeting went smoothly and quickly. Soldiers came to stop them, and water came to cover them. Since there was a rebellion in Wancheng, it was enough to send troops to suppress it. Got some differences!

"Although Wancheng is small, it is a nail in the back of our army. If we want to fight Yuan Shao in Hebei in the future, we must first pull out this hidden danger. Now Xiao Lang happens to be stationed in Shanyang County, so he can lead a team to go there. If you seek peace, you will definitely be able to win from the flag, and you will succeed in no time!"

The counselor Guo Jia is very optimistic about this battle. Although Zhang Xiu is weak, he occupies Wancheng, a strategic place connecting the north and the south, and poses a certain threat to Xuchang. Those who have certain skills must not be underestimated!

"What Feng Xiao said is reasonable, but isn't it..., now that the people in Henan and Yanzhou are in constant riots, it is necessary to have a general to guard them, so that nothing will happen. Xiao Lang has a heavy responsibility, and he must not be transferred easily. As for The rebellion in Wancheng, the old man will command a hundred thousand soldiers and horses to conquer it, and the generals will be with you, so don't bother Xiao Lang!"

Cao Cao pondered for a while, but rejected Guo Jia's proposal. This was rare in previous military conferences. There was no way. As the prime minister of the Han Dynasty, he also had his own considerations. When I grow up, my prestige in the army is so high that it is almost equal to my own. Although I have 1 trust in him, as a superior, I must consider the balance of factions in the army, and I should give it to other generals. Here's a chance for meritorious service!

Besides, the battle of Wancheng this time can be described as "killing a chicken with a sledgehammer", and it was a sure-fire result, so Cao Cao also hid a little selfishness, wanting to wear this honor on his son Cao Ang!

In recent years, Cao Ang has been guarding Xuchang and is in charge of logistics affairs. He has made great achievements in martial arts and established some prestige, but he lacks in martial arts. Now there is such a great opportunity to train troops, just for his son to try Try to reach out, exercise your skills, and make some military achievements. When you take over the big position in the future, you will be able to overwhelm those arrogant soldiers in the army!

What's more, among the relatives of Cao and Xiahou, there are many children who have grown up, such as my nephews Cao Anmin, Cao Zhen and others. After honing their abilities, if they want to control the world in the future, they still have to rely on these family soldiers!

Guo Jia is extremely smart, how could he fail to see Cao Cao's intentions, so after hesitating for a while, he didn't say anything more. It was related to the balance of power within the Cao Ying Group. As one of them, he really didn't want to add more Intervene. Moreover, the enemy forces in Wancheng are indeed very weak. As long as Cao Jun fights there in a fair manner and is more cautious, he can win without using any means!

In the military discussion, even the "ghost" Guo Jia stopped talking, and the other counselors naturally didn't say much. Finally, a unanimous decision was made. Jia and Cheng Yu are in charge of the military counselors... In addition, Cao Ang, Cao Pi, Cao Zhang, and Cao Zhi will go out with the army!

As for Xuchang's affairs, military affairs were handed over to Cao Ren and Cao Hong, government affairs were handled by Xun Yu and Xun You, and Mrs. Ding was completely in charge of the prime minister's family affairs. Cao Cao could safely take his sons to the expedition!

After the deployment was completed, the city of Xuchang immediately boiled up. It had just experienced a plague of locusts, and now it needs a big victory to boost morale, so everyone's spirits are very high. In addition, the opponent this time is not strong, and many people are holding on to it. Going with the mentality of grabbing military merits, no one thought that the army would lose the battle!

As for the old adage of 'Arrogant soldiers must be defeated', it has long since been left behind by everyone!

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In the Imperial Palace, Wushou Garden, upon hearing the news that Cao Jun was about to march again, Princess Haiyan just said "I know" and didn't express anything else. She didn't have much interest in this overkill battle!

In addition, her marriage has already been settled, and all kinds of etiquette are being prepared. Since ancient times, the period of engagement and marriage has its own regulations. The royal family has one year, the princes have half a year, the doctor has one season, and the common people have one month. Princess Haiyan is the orthodox royal blood. , that is to say, one year later, she will marry into the prime minister's mansion. From then on, she will take care of her husband and teach her children, and live the life of an ordinary woman!

"Your Highness, the Eldest Prince Cao Ang is about to go to war, and he came to the palace to bid farewell to the princess!" The maid Lingling walked in, bringing a very sudden news!

"The eldest son is here? Is he going this time as well?" Hearing that Cao Ang was going to go to Wancheng, Princess Haiyan was slightly taken aback, and then she turned her eyes and immediately understood the reason. My heir has paved the way, so it is really easy to calculate!"

After pondering for a while, Princess Haiyan did not stand up to greet her, but took off the leopard tooth on her neck, and after stroking it reluctantly for a while, handed it to Lingling, "Royal etiquette, it is inconvenient for the two of us to meet at this time." , you can give this to the Eldest Young Master, and say that this palace is waiting for him to make military achievements and return in triumph!"

"No!" Taking the leopard's teeth with both hands, the maid Lingling hesitated for a moment, but she still bowed and retreated.

"Please report back to Your Highness the Princess, waiting for the day when she returns triumphantly, she must be invited to my son's celebration banquet!"

At the gate of Wushouyuan, Cao Ang was slightly disappointed that he couldn’t see the beautiful woman, but he stroked the leopard’s teeth in his hand, and his fighting spirit became high again. He still knew a little bit about the princess’s mind, but it was nothing. Since ancient times, beauties love heroes. As long as you become a hero on the battlefield, are you afraid that the beauty will not fall in love with you?

Thousands of miles of land, where heroes belong, beauties fall in love with each other, and love through the ages!

577. Chapter 577 Life is Difficult!

"God's will and people's hearts, what can I do?"

In the big camp, Xiao Yi sat in the commander-in-chief position for a long time and was speechless for a long time. Two urgent reports from Hongling were in front of him. One was: Princess Haiyan and the eldest son Cao Ang were formally engaged in a marriage agreement to tie the knot between Qin and Jin; The seal is: Prime Minister Cao Cao led an army of [-] to march south to Wancheng, and all the sons of the Cao family accompanied him, including Cao Ang!

The two urgent reports, like two huge boulders, pressed hard on Xiao Yi's heart. The former made his heart ache, while the latter made him feel sad!

For this Highness Princess, Xiao Yi has loved, hated, and resented... After experiencing countless ups and downs, everything has returned to normal. The past is like smoke, and the wind is gone. Just let it go generously, I already have several gentle, virtuous, and beautiful women around me, and cherishing them is the right way!

Even though the truth is so, Xiao Yi is also a sensible person, but feelings can't be explained by reason, and it can't be explained clearly. Love is stupid. Who hasn't been stupid a few times in a lifetime, so a little sadness is still lingering. It's on my mind!

When a man is infatuated, he digs his own grave, or digs a hole and jumps by himself. When the loess covers his face, he will shout, "I have no regrets in this life!"

Although the former was heartbroken, at least it had an ending. Although it was not perfect, what really made Xiao Yi feel in a dilemma was the latter urgent report. In the original history, the battle of Wancheng was the death of Cao Cao, and it was a great victory in the first place. The situation, because of negligence for a while, ended in a fiasco. The eldest son, beloved nephew, and general all died on the battlefield. This incident even affected the later direction of the Cao Wei regime and caused great internal friction. The most depressing thing is that, The key person among them is Cao Ang!

One is a rival in love and uncle, and the other is a guide and father-in-law. Faced with this situation, what should Xiao Yi do, send troops?Or not to send troops?

If he did not send troops, with Cao Cao's character and the arrogant and arrogant mentality of Cao's army at this time, it is very likely that he will suffer a big somersault on the old road of history. A sober bystander, but doing nothing, how can he not feel guilty in his heart!

Besides, Cao Cao has always been kind to him, and it is not an exaggeration to say that the relationship between the two is "the same as father and son". Even the eldest son Cao Ang usually has a harmonious relationship with him. The two respect each other and have no malice. Do you just watch them walk on the dangerous road step by step without stopping them?

Considering the overall situation, among the Cao family members, Cao Ang is also the most talented and the most suitable heir. If something happens to him, there will be great turmoil within the entire Caoying Group. These forces will inevitably reshuffle and even split, which is very detrimental to the unification of the world!

But on the other hand, it is a big taboo in the army to send troops without orders. This time, Cao Cao led the army to march south to Wancheng, and did not mobilize Xuanjia iron cavalry, but brought a lot of Cao clan's children. How can wisdom fail to see through?

In the past few years, my military achievements have been outstanding, and my sharpness is too exposed, which makes the prime minister feel a little uneasy. It is nothing strange. From ancient times to the present, the way of controlling people by the superiors can be summed up in two words~~ balance!

In any power group, if the person in power relies too much on one person, the situation will be too big to lose, and the final result will only harm others and himself. A man of great talent is roughly like Emperor Wu of the Han Dynasty. He also needs to support the "Champion Marquis" Huo Qubing to check and balance the general Wei Qing. There are only two Fist attack, the body can be stable, isn't it!

But within the Caoying Group, there was no general who could rival Xiao Yi, whether it was combat achievements or strategy, they were far behind. On the contrary, many people were impressed by his charm and moved closer to him, especially Those generals with different surnames basically follow Xiao Yi's lead, which inevitably makes Cao Cao feel uneasy. It is a matter of supreme power, and anyone has to think twice. This has nothing to do with feelings, but a necessary means for politicians !