Chapter 84 Cao Cao's Night Banquet, Master and Apprentice Meet
Zhao Yun hurriedly relieved the siege and said: "Laughing! You and I both know the character of these three brothers, I think they already know your hard work, I think it's just that, don't take it to heart. ”
Zhang Xiaotian said solemnly: "The state has national laws, and the army has military regulations, it seems that I should think about how to train you into a disciplined steel army!" ”
After Zhang Xiaotian finished speaking, he returned to the secluded house by himself, and before he stepped into the threshold, there were bursts of cheers and cheers from all the women in the courtyard.
Hurriedly went over to take a look, and it turned out that the wives and maids were all changing into light short shirts and were playing a game of ball throwing. When Chunxiang and Xia Xiang saw Zhang Xiaotian coming, they hurriedly hugged him and pulled him into the field.
The day was spent in a joyful atmosphere, and at dusk, He Miao sent someone to invite him to the Cao Mansion for a banquet.
Thinking that he could see Cao Cao, who was dominant in the Three Kingdoms period, and affected the characters of the entire Eastern Han Dynasty, Zhang Xiaotian couldn't help but feel a little nervous at this time.
How could he have imagined that just because of a special person, he would completely change his fate!
At this moment the carriage slowly drove into the grand gate, through the round arched doorway, into the square in front of the main hall.
The mighty and majestic soldiers stood on both sides of the gate, and in the camp next to the gate were stationed two battalions of troops, these two battalions of troops were the famous "tiger and leopard cavalry" commanded by the captain, and after asking the usual questions, he sent twenty-four horsemen to escort Zhang He's carriage and gallop to the inner mansion.
Although Cao's Mansion is not as luxurious and gorgeous as Dong's Mansion, it is still the layout of "front hall and back bed", the outer hall is the place where Cao Cao handles government affairs and holds deliberations, and the inner hall is the bedroom of Cao Cao and his sons and concubines.
Zhang Xiaotian watched along the way, only to see the palace, pavilion, terrace, corridor in the garden, etc., all of which were strict and solemn, and the atmosphere was solemn, which was not comparable to the Dong Mansion.
Immediately thinking that one day the owner here would become Xiao Ben's prisoner, and this matter was promoted by himself, Zhang Xiaotian couldn't help but feel a sense of accomplishment that Gu Pan was proud of.
The place where Cao Cao set up the banquet is the "Fengyi Hall" in the back hall, which is also the most magnificent wooden building in the back hall, which is a three-story high-rise building.
On the high platform is a two-story pavilion-style hall, and each room is connected by a corridor and a ramp. There are colorful frescoes on the walls, the steps of the cloister are paved with geometric bricks, and the halls and long steps are paved with square bricks, which is magnificent and elegant.
The carriage stopped in the square under the steps of the great hall, and Cao Cao specially sent his wise man Xun Yu to wait for them there, and it was a polite thing when they met.
When he stepped up the long steps, Xun Yu said in a low voice: "In addition to Cao Gong tonight, there are also many generals, among the generals, one of them is proud of his efforts for Cao Gong back then, proud and imperious, no one in his eyes, even Cao Gong gave him three points, please deal with it carefully." ”
He Miao saw that Xun Yu was so attentive to their sons-in-law, obviously treating them as their own, and she was happy in her heart and kept promises.
Zhang Xiaotian remembered that one day he would break with Cao Cao, and he was full of emotion in his heart. This may be the pain of foreseeing fate, and I can't help but feel depressed, and it adds to the heart of retreat.
Only then did they step into the hall door, and a long laugh came to their ears, only to see a seven-foot-long man with thin eyes and long hair, dressed in fine clothes, and greeted them like a dragon, wearing a high silk crown, which increased its prestige.
This person is about forty years old, born as both a hero, a true hero, but also a traitor, a literary talent, a general's talent, a good look, just a pair of eyes are a little slender, but the eyes are shining, giving people a deep and powerful feeling.
At this time, He Miao hurriedly pulled Zhang Xiaotianxing to kneel and bow, and shouted Cao Gong.
Before bowing down, Cao Cao had already stepped forward to support the two of them, his burning eyes fell on Zhang Xiaotian, and he suddenly said, "No wonder."
Empress Rong and Mr. Xun are full of praise for Xiao Tian, I Cao Cao is all over the world, and it is the first time I have seen such a talent as Xiao Tian. To be able to do extraordinary things, you must be extraordinary people, "Xiao Tian" you did not disappoint my father. ”
Like the sound of a bell, it vibrates and drifts through the space of the hall.
Zhang Xiaotian saw that he was only a little shorter than Cao Cao, and his momentum was compelling, and he secretly praised it in his heart, and hurriedly humbly said: "Cao Gong has praised it!" ”
So I swept the afterglow, and saw that in addition to the three seats set up on the top, there were two seats on the left and right sides of the hall, and there were two maidservants standing next to each seat, and I breathed a sigh of relief, I didn't have to deal with so many people, so I was naturally more relaxed.
Cao Cao didn't have any fights, he held the two of them with his left and right hands, walked towards the seat on the right side of the head, and whispered in Zhang Xiaotian's ear: "Although I have soldiers and generals, but I lack a handsome talent, Xiao Tian, you came at the right time, why worry about me not succeeding." Then he burst out laughing.
"Then it's all up to Cao Gong, you to carry it." He Miao over there was overjoyed when he heard this;
Zhang Xiaotian secretly complained in his heart at this time, people are not plants and trees, who can be ruthless, Cao Cao values himself so much, how can he get out and enjoy the longed-for pastoral life!
At this time, the three of them came to the banquet, Cao Cao waved his hand and ordered the maid to retreat, and then he said in a low voice: "I have been thinking about it for a long time, let Xiao Tian make you the deputy general of General Li Tong."
This General Li was originally a remnant of the Yellow Turban, and after being subdued by me, he has been making many military exploits, but because of his upright personality, he was excluded by other generals and was depressed.
In fact, his art of war and strategy, no one in my Yanzhou can compare to him, if Xiao Tian can become his auxiliary wing and make military achievements, I will not treat you lightly. ”
Zhang Xiaotian secretly screamed in his heart, Cao Cao's method of entrapment is both direct and powerful, how can he not let people swear to serve him to the death. So he pretended to be grateful, and said: "Cao Gong values Xiao Tian so much, even if it is for Cao Gong's liver and brain, he will not hesitate, and there will be no hesitation.
The problem is that Xiao Tian's great enemies Liu Mang and Dong Zhuo are still alive and easy, and they can't break the bodies of these two thieves into thousands of pieces in one day, and it is difficult for Xiao Tian to be distracted from other things. ”
At this time, Cao Cao grabbed his arm casually, and a sharp glint flashed in his eyes: "I can't wait to skin and tear them apart, Xiao Tian, although you let it go,
Everything has my support, and after taking their heads, I must bring them back to Yanzhou, and I want to see them! ”
It was only at this time that Zhang Xiaotian really understood Cao Cao's deep scheming and ruthlessness, no wonder he could become the founder of Wei, the most powerful country in the Three Kingdoms period, from a small military captain.
And with just a few words of his own, he saw through that he was preparing to sneak back to Chang'an to assassinate Liu Mang and Dong Zhuo, which shows how agile and fast his brain is.
"General Li Tong has arrived!" The doorman then sang;
At this time, Zhang Xiaotian and He Miao looked towards the main entrance, and saw a tall and thin man, wearing a brocade robe, striding into the hall with a lofty spirit, and said from a distance: "Li Tong sees Cao Gong!" ”
Cao Cao greeted him with his unique and intimidating gait, walked with Li Tong affectionately, and walked towards He Miao and Zhang Xiaotian.
I saw that this Li Tong had a slender face, about forty years old, a dark complexion, and his tired face was full of wrinkles of worry.
Coupled with the outline of his sexual fortitude, it is clear at a glance that he is a man who is accustomed to hard work and less labor, but his eyes are hidden, which makes people feel extraordinary.
The body is very stiff and flexible, and it is clearly kept in excellent condition due to a lot of exercise.
Zhang Xiaotian secretly thought in his heart at this time that with Cao Cao's traitorous male and such a vicious vision, Li Tong, who was taken by him, was naturally not incompetent.
Li Tong and He Miao had already known each other, and after greeting each other, his sparkling gaze fell on Zhang Xiaotian's face.
Zhang Xiaotian didn't want to look at him, so he hurriedly made a junior salute. At this time, Cao Cao introduced the two. Li Tong is obviously not very good at communicating, there is no smile on his tense face, and he said a little stiffly: "Fortunately! Fortunately! ”
"The three brothers Liu Guan and Zhang came here for a few days, and they became friends with General Li's commanders, and from time to time they went to the wilderness to hunt and have fun." He Miao said with a smile at this time;
"The skills of the three brothers Liu Guan and Zhang are really extraordinary, they have defeated six famous local swordsmen in such a short period of time after coming to Yanzhou, but he is not convinced by anyone, only Xiao Tian, which makes us itch, and we all want to see Xiao Tian's peerless swordsmanship." Cao Cao said happily;
Zhang Xiaotian only knew at this time that these three brothers had done these things, and he didn't know whether he was happy or worried, it seemed that it was impossible for him to break away from Cao Cao for the time being.
Li Tong heard that someone mentioned his son at this time, and said with a rare smile: "Look at Xiao Tian, when you have free time, please go to the house to talk about it, my unfilial children admire Xiao Tian very much!" ”
Zhang Xiaotian didn't have a chance to answer at this time, and the door official sang: "The generals Cao Hong, Xiahoudun and other generals have arrived!" ”
Zhang Xiaotian looked at the gate and saw a big man with a majestic spirit and a battle robe, striding forward.
The atmosphere in Yanzhou is indeed different from that of Chang'an, not only does it not have a family general who calls and embraces each other, but there is also no band that plays music to welcome it, which is simple and clear, which makes Zhang Xiaotian feel at ease.
At this time, Cao Hong's eyes were fixed on Zhang Xiaotian, and Zhang Xiaotian and He Miao hurriedly saluted. Cao Hong is very personable and smiles and returns the courtesy.
"Dang!" The sound of the rock sounded. Eighteen tiger-backed bear-waisted, sturdy guards held Changge, and walked neatly from the back hall into the hall, lined up on both sides.
Then there was the sound of dense steps down the stairs from the back of the hall, and at this time Zhang Xiaotian realized in his heart that Wang Rong and Xiaoben had been in the hall on the upper floor, and then he heard that the guests had arrived, so he came down to preside over the dinner.
At the same time, it was guessed that Cao Cao should have had a secret discussion with Wang Rong on the upper floor, which shows how close the relationship between the two is.
At this time, everyone knelt down on both sides to greet the king of Bohai.
First, four chamberlains stepped out solemnly, followed by eight pretty young maidservants, whose costumes were mainly blue and lined with purple and red, which was quite rustic, far inferior to the gorgeous robes and embroidered clothes of the imperial court.
They were divided into two groups, two men and four women, standing on one side.
The sound of ring admiration sounded, and I saw Zhang Xiaotian's eyes light up, and I saw that Wang Rong was wearing a short shirt embroidered with gold threads and patterns, shining brightly.
Very eye-catching, the skirt gown below is touching the ground, plus the high-bun palace dress, walking like a willow in the wind, which brings out her slender waist and plump buttocks posture and charming style in the bones,