In the midst of a heavy snowfall, the time came to the first month of the fifth year of Jian'an.

In the Yali of the Dasi Agricultural Bureau, Lu Ren was facing the map, explaining and assigning in detail to a bunch of officials of all sizes various matters related to the five years of farming in Jian'an. But halfway through the sentence, a messenger arrived at the office and asked Lu Ren to go to see Cao Cao immediately.

This kind of thing is actually very common, Lu Ren didn't pay much attention, and after a few words, he rushed to Cao Cao's Sikong Mansion. But as soon as he saw Cao Cao's face, Cao Cao said the purpose of calling Lu Ren over in a hurry, and Lu Ren was stunned at that time, and he couldn't come back to his senses for a long time:

"Nani!? At this time, let me be the assassin of Xuzhou, and transfer me to Fuzhou Town, Xuzhou Town!? ”

Guo Jia came up at this time and explained to Lu Ren: "Although the previous lord defeated Liu Bei and then regained control of Xuzhou, the people of Xuzhou are unstable, and there must be someone who can live in it. ”

"Unstable public sentiment?"

Guo Jia nodded and explained in detail, and Lu Ren understood what was going on, but he was also a little puzzled in his heart.

Cao Cao took Xuzhou twice before and after, and if you really want to talk about it, the first time was from Lu Bu's hands, and the second time was from Liu Bei's hands. Although they are all the same piece of land, their meanings become different because of their different owners.

To put it simply, Lu Bu occupies Xuzhou, and he is a tyrant to Xuzhou; Liu Bei occupies Xuzhou, and he is a benevolent monarch to Xuzhou. And Cao Cao's two dispatches to kill Lu Bu, of course, Xuzhou will applaud; But if Liu Bei was driven away, the people up and down in Xuzhou would be a little unhappy. In fact, it's no wonder that Cao Cao is really a little bad in the hearts of the people in Xuzhou, who let Cao Cao do such an excessive thing to Xuzhou in the first place?

This kind of thing, if you give Cao Cao a little more time, let Cao Cao slowly digest Xuzhou, but it seems that there is no time at all, after all, Cao Cao is about to start a war with Yuan Shao. I really can't take care of Xuzhou. But in the decisive battle with Yuan Shao, Xuzhou could not ignore it, otherwise Cao Cao's flank would become very unsafe.

However, Liu Bei's ability to buy people's hearts is really first-class, although I don't know where to go now, under his influence, there is still an atmosphere of distrust of Cao Cao in Xuzhou, so with the few people who Cao Cao stayed in Xuzhou, it seems that they are really a little uncontrollable......

As soon as Guo Jia's words were said, Lu Ren only felt a little confused: "I said Lao Guo, those people can't control the scene." What's the use of me going? Have you forgotten that I don't know anything about leading troops into battle? ”

Guo Jia waved his hand again and again: "You are wrong, this is not to ask you to lead the troops to fight, just to calm down the people of Xuzhou." Then again, this is probably the right time for you. ”

Lu Ren became more and more confused: "What kind of words is this?" How did I fit in? ”

Guo Jia spread his hands: "Because you have a good reputation in Xuzhou, it's as simple as that." Our land, immortals, and teachers! ”

"I ......"

Lu Ren was speechless for a moment. In fact, just now, Lu Ren was suddenly called over because he was busy with work and his mind was full of those farming things, and he suddenly heard that he was going to be temporarily transferred to Xuzhou, and his mind couldn't turn this corner all of a sudden.

It is said that Lu Ren once pacified Xuzhou when Cao Cao beat Lu Bu, and things were done very well at that time. The name of "Immortal Master" was also obtained and spread at that time, so today's Lu Ren is really very popular in the hearts of the people in Xuzhou.

Of course, Lu Ren's popularity is obviously far from Liu Bei's. But if it is just a town scene at this time, so that when Cao Cao is in a decisive battle with Yuan Shao, the flank of Xuzhou will at least temporarily not cause any trouble, and it seems that there is really no problem.

The twist in my head turned around. Lu Ren lost his temper at that time. You say that Lu Ren has the intention of going to Xuzhou at this time? With the current situation, only by staying here in Xuchang can we have the opportunity to find some excuses to go to the battlefield. Then see if there is a suitable opportunity to cut Yuan Shang. But now go to Xuzhou...... What's more, this sister is still going to be the assassin of Xuzhou, which means that you Lu Ren has to squat there honestly and don't move!

Of course, Lu Ren was reluctant to do this, but he was a little helpless, after all, this was an order given by Lao Cao himself, and he couldn't listen to it if he wanted to. But even so, Lu Ren still wanted to try to see if there was room for maneuver, so he bowed his hand to Cao Cao and said tentatively: "Duke Cao has a life, and Lu Ren should respect himself." It's just that the war between Cao Gong and Yuan Shao is imminent, and this money, food, and military needs are indispensable, so this year's farming is ......"

Cao Cao didn't speak, it was still Guo Jiayi who pulled Lu Ren and said in a low voice: "You don't have to worry about this, you think last year's 2.2 million Hu is fake?" Of course, if you want to fight with Yuan Shao, the two million grains and grass are not enough, but in a short period of time, there is no problem with the grain, grass and military needs of each army, but if this Xuzhou is not stabilized, the lord will be in danger here. You're a smart kid too, so you don't need me to explain too much about which is more important, right? ”

“……”

Lu Ren was completely out of temper this time. The current situation is indeed just like what Guo Jia said, Cao Cao's grain and grass are not very tense, and in contrast, the situation in Xuzhou will naturally be given priority in front of money and grain. This thing is like a person who wants to do things to make money, but there are thieves in the house. Should that go to work, or should I go home and catch the thief? I'm afraid that everyone will make a choice.

There was no way, Lu Ren knew that he had to go to Xuzhou, and he was very unwilling in his heart. At this time, Lu Ren still had something in his heart, but he wanted to say it but didn't dare to say it:

"Your sister, aren't Chen Deng and Chen Yuanlong still in Xuzhou? It's enough to have him! Why should I make this trip? ”

Cao Cao suddenly opened his mouth at this time: "Yihao, your appointment this time is not as usual." It doesn't matter if you pack up your things and bring your family to work in normal times. But this time you are equivalent to leading the army, so I hope you can leave Wen Ji in Xudu...... But it doesn't matter if you want to take Wen Ji with you, after Wan'er dies, you must also have a woman by your side to take care of your internal affairs. ”

As soon as Lu Ren heard this, he felt a little uncomfortable in his heart. What is equivalent to leading troops into battle? Is it good for Lu Ren to be a civil official? It's normal to take your wife with you to the place where you work. But if it is hooked up with leading the troops to go on the expedition...... In that era, when you went out to fight with soldiers and horses, your family and relatives stayed with the boss, and to put it nicely, the boss paid to help you take care of it. To put it mildly, it's actually a hostage. What do you mean by Lao Cao coming here now?

Thinking so, Lu Ren didn't argue about anything, because there was no point in arguing, after all, this kind of thing was the rule in that era. Besides, if Lu Ren is in a hurry, maybe it will arouse Cao Cao's suspicion. And at this time, Lu Renzhen didn't want to have something unpleasant with Lao Cao.

Therefore, Lu Ren pretended to be indifferent, and nodded to Cao Cao frequently: "That's fine." In fact, Wen Ji's health has not been very good, and she will have a minor illness for a period of time at the turn of winter and spring, and it is really not suitable for running on the road, so I will not take her with me for now. But if I want to stay in Xuzhou for a long time. I also hope that Cao Gong can send her to me at about the same time. ”

It may be that Lu Ren's response made Cao Cao feel more satisfied, so he smiled and nodded to Lu Ren, and then motioned for Lu Ren to hurry home and prepare.

As soon as Lu Ren left Cao Cao's place, before he could go far after riding his horse, Guo Jia chased after him. Lu Ren saw that Guo Jia might have something to say, so he slowed down his horse and rode slowly with Guo Jia. When he walked to a nearby place where no one was around, Guo Jiacai lowered his voice and said to Lu Ren: "Yihao, after you arrive in Xuzhou." If you see that the momentum is not right, leave as soon as possible and return to the division. ”

Lu Ren was stunned for a moment, and turned his head to look at Guo Jia. After pondering again, he asked: "Lao Guo, you tell me the truth, I was transferred to Xuzhou to Fuzhou this time, could it be that you suggested it to Cao Gong?" ”

Guo Jia sighed lightly and said, "That's right. I suggested that my lord do this. But from a fair point of view, it is indeed very suitable for you to pacify Xuzhou now. If it is counted as a personal friendship...... Don't tell me, you kid, you can't see that Yuan Shao is strong and the lord is weak, although the lord is determined to fight Yuan Shao. And it also has the strength to fight, and it is also forced to take such a move in desperation. And this battle is so suspenseful that no one knows who will win or lose in the end. ”

Lu Ren said: "So you got me such an errand and asked me to hide in Xuzhou?" In case Cao Gong is defeated, let me abandon my official position and flee? ”

Guo Jia nodded: "That's true." Yihao, I pulled you under the command of the lord in the first place, so in case things go wrong, I also hope that I will send you away again. In short, Yihao, you listen to me, see if it's suitable, you can leave. As for Wen Ji's matter, you can rest assured, even if you run away, with the old friendship between the lord and Cai Zhonglang, you will definitely not be embarrassed by her. Even Yuan Shao has to take care of some face. ”

“……”

Lu Ren was silent for a while, then slowly shook his head and said, "Lao Guo, I thank you for your kindness, but since I have already decided to do that thing, I don't want to give up halfway." And there are so many things, you don't have to worry about me. Let me tell you this, if I really want to leave at some point, I'm afraid no one in the world will be able to stop me. ”

Guo Jia was very annoyed and said, "Why are you suffering?" Just for a woman! ”

Lu Ren said: "I can't say it myself. In fact, it has been more than half a year now, and I myself have asked myself several times whether it is right or wrong to continue doing this. But Lao Guo, you should also know that people are often very weird. I know it's a wrong thing, but if I don't do it, I just feel uncomfortable...... Okay, don't say anything, I still have some things to explain at the office, and I have to pack up my things when I get home, so I feel a little too busy. I'll ask you for a drink when I'm free. ”

After speaking, Lu Ren ignored Guo Jia and left with a whip. Guo Jia watched Lu Ren leave helplessly, and said secretly in his heart: "I know it's a wrong thing, but if I don't do it, I feel uncomfortable?" Do you think I'm not like that, kid? But do you kid know how much your little life would have hung in if I hadn't done this at that time? Alas......" (To be continued......