Because of the sentence "forgive me", Cui Liang scolded Xiahou Xu, and he was drenched with joy.

Then, he was left to dry outside the door, and no one cared for him for a long time, and he didn't even drink saliva.

Cui Liang was so anxious that he sent someone to report several times, but Cao Miao just ignored him and didn't bother to reply. In desperation, Cui Liang had to write a letter to explain the reason, and then went back angrily.

The reason why he came from Luoyang is very simple: he hopes that Cao Miao will be a righteous man and a gentleman, and will not spread rumors or rumors.

This handwritten letter quickly came in handy. Cao Miao was in a hurry and took him to the toilet. Cui Liang thinks too much of himself, what role does he think this handwritten letter can do? In this struggle, he is not even Mao.

Cao Miao said to Xiahou Xu, don't stay in the villa, go back to Luoyang. Anything else, you won't, there will always be rumors, right?

Xiahou Xu didn't want to go, but he couldn't stand Yun Niang's soft persuasion. Yun Niang said that this is also a meritorious service, and it is a battlefield where you can't see the smoke. Since you can't go into battle to kill the enemy, doing something like this can be regarded as serving the imperial court, and your clan identity is not in vain.

With the encouragement of the beauty, Xiahou Xu walked away as if he had been beaten with chicken blood, majesticly and high-spirited.

Cui Liang was in a bad mood and didn't walk fast, so he visited a few teachers and friends halfway and was delayed for two days. By the time he returned to Luoyang and met his uncle and grandfather Cui Lin, the rumor had already spread in Luoyang. Zhong Yu personally visited Cui Lin and asked about the progress of the mediation. When he learned that Cui Lin did not go in person, but only sent Cui Liang to see Cao Miao, he was very dissatisfied.

Cui Liang realized what kind of person he had met, and his handwritten letter was not even as good as a fart.

Cui Liang asked Cui Lin what to do. Cui Lin weighed it for a long time, it seems that I am the only one who has gone in person, whether it can be done or not, not to mention, what Mrs. Zhong explained, I can't help but do my best.

As he spoke, the beard at the corner of Cui Lin's mouth trembled, revealing a meaningful smile.

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In order to avoid being blocked by Cao Miao on the grounds of an edict like Cui Liang, Cui Lin solemnly wrote to ask for instructions.

Cui Lin's letter soon reached the Son of Heaven. The Son of Heaven was surprised and summoned Zhong Yu to understand the situation.

Zhong Yu was depressed, as uncomfortable as eating a piece of. The rumors spread so quickly and so violently that they spread among officials big and small in just two days, and it was obvious that someone was behind it. Now I know that there are Cao Miao and Xiahou Xu, but there must be someone behind them, maybe they are the serious son of heaven in front of them.

He was tempted to resign voluntarily. But he knew that resignation would not solve the problem. Since the other party wants to stink him, he will not give up because of his resignation. Resigning will only fuel the other party's arrogance, making people mistakenly think that he has a loss of personal morality and has to avoid himself.

Zhong Yu endured the nausea and replied to the Son of Heaven. Where the rumors came from, the minister didn't know, the minister only knew that Cao Miao, the prince of Gaoyang Township, had talked to people. The first person in the city to talk about this matter was Xiahou Xu, the son of Xiahou Shangshu, who had just returned from Yangcheng Mountain, and should have listened to Gaoyang Xianggong.

The Son of Heaven was emotional, immediately approved Cui Lin's request, and said to Zhong Yu that this matter involved the clearing of Taifu's name and must be resolved as soon as possible. It's not enough to just go to Captain Sili, you are also a party, go and ask in person. If it is indeed a rumor, let Cao Miao come out to clarify it.

Zhong Yu was so angry that he vomited blood. How did I become a client? I am a victim. What does it mean that if it is a rumor, it is a rumor in the first place, is it good? Cao Miao is deliberately defiled and deserves to be punished severely.

Having said that, Zhong Yu himself knows that the best result of this matter is that Cao Miao comes out to clarify that it is impossible to punish Cao Miao. Since Zhong Tai rumored that the Son of Heaven was all right, what could Cao Miao do if he rumored that he had fornicated with his father and concubine?

Remove Cao Miao from his post? He doesn't have an official position at all, right?

Take his knighthood? Not to mention whether the Son of Heaven will give the Zhong family this face, even if it is given, how much impact does the gain and loss of a townsman have on Cao Miao?

Zhong Yu led the decree and hurried out of the palace. He walked too quickly, and as he descended the steps, he stepped into the air and nearly fell to the ground, rushing far forward before barely stopping. Before he could stand firm, the imperial history on the side participated in a royal failure for him.

The Son of Heaven is very polite, and he will be fined for half a month, which means something.

Half a month's salary is not worth mentioning, and his face is embarrassed. Zhong Yu endured a mouthful of old blood and went out with a pale face.

Looking at Zhong Yu's trembling back, it took a lot of effort for the Son of Heaven to hold back his vigorous smile, and said to Cao Zhao on the side: "Maxima has the use of Maxima, and vicious dogs have the usefulness of vicious dogs. Yunliang is not skilled in learning and has no military and political talents, but he can win by surprise. This trip to Jiangdong should be able to do miraculous work. ”

Cao Zhao bowed and said: "Your Majesty is wise and knows people well. It's just that the minister is worried that he will be surprised and may go astray in the future. ”

The Son of Heaven bowed slightly. "Changsi, after experiencing the matter of Da Sima, you are much calmer. When Da Sima recovers, you can go to Yangzhou with him. can not only learn military politics, but also take care of his daily life. ”

Cao Zhao was overjoyed and hurriedly agreed. "Thank you, Your Majesty."

The two looked at each other and smiled.

Cao Shuang walked briskly with the hem of his clothes in one hand and a document in the other. He walked up the steps vigorously, took off his shoes at the entrance of the hall, and said in a loud voice: "Your Majesty, Guanzhong has won a great victory." ”

Tianzi and Cao Zhao glanced at each other and smiled in unison. Cao Zhao walked up to Cao Shuang, snatched the document from his hand, opened it, and couldn't help but be overjoyed. "Your Majesty, General Hao Zhao repelled Zhuge Liang, and Zhuge Liang returned in vain, suffering more than 3,000 casualties. Oh, and also, Xiahou Ji has also made meritorious contributions. He led his troops to defend the city, repelled attacks seven times, stabbed eleven Shu thieves, and captured one captain. ”

"Really?" The Son of Heaven was overjoyed. "Yuan Gong first entered the battle formation, and he had such an achievement, which is gratifying."

Cao Zhao and Cao Shuang exchanged a look, and their hearts were a little sour. When Xiahou Ji first entered the battle array, he made meritorious contributions in a battle against Zhuge Liang head-on, although it benefited from Xiahou Yuan's legacy in Guanzhong, it was enough to prove that Xiahou Ji was outstanding. Coupled with his uncle Xiahou Ba, once Cao Zhen withdrew from Guanzhong due to illness, the military and political power in Guanzhong would inevitably return to the hands of Xiahou Yuan.

For them, that's the pressure. Cao Zhen and Cao Xiu have been pressed by senior generals like Xiahou Yuan and Cao Ren for most of their lives, and it is easy to have a chance to get ahead.

The Son of Heaven was in no mood to take care of Cao Zhao and Cao Shuang's thoughts. After reading the good news, his heart was full of joy. Xiahou Ji took the initiative to ask to join the army, and he made military exploits so quickly, which is enough to prove his wisdom and prove that his policy of reusing the clan is feasible. Now, he is more confident, not only can he calmly arrange Cao Zhao and others to go out to practice, but Cao Miao has more reasons to go to Jiangdong.

Judging from the plan handed over by Xiahou Xuan, judging from the effect of that rumor, there is no doubt that Cao Miao is the most suitable candidate for Jiangdong in the industry, even more suitable than Xiahou Ji to go to Guanzhong. There are many people who can replace Xiahou Ji, and there is no one who can replace Cao Miao.

It would be even better if Cao Miao could kill Sun Quan.

The more Tianzi thought about it, the happier he became, and he clenched his fists hard. "Changsi, you go to Yangcheng Mountain and tell Yunliang and Desi this good news. Yuan Gong is from the military customs, Yun Liang has merit, and he should be rewarded. ”