Chapter 170: Teasing
As the saying goes, it takes no effort to break through the iron shoes and find nowhere to get them, and he has long wanted to bring Du Chen under his command, but Du Chen has always been a diehard. And now Du Chen finally figured it out, and at the same time realized that Cao Cao was going to kill him, and he would wait for a while if he didn't win him over at this time.
However, Du Chen did not agree to the conditions of offering the emperor, only to see Du Chen shake his head and say: "Forgive Weichen for being difficult to obey." ”
Du Chen's refusal made Emperor Xian stunned, he didn't know why Du Chen refused. Because in its current form, Du Chen is already on the verge of a dead end. At this time, he was standing solemnly on the edge of the cliff, and if someone pushed him hard, he would definitely be greeted by broken bones.
But when faced with such a situation, Du Chen still refused so decisively, which also made Emperor Xian admire Du Chen very much.
"Cao Cao's power leans towards the government and the opposition, dominates Xuzhou Yanzhou, and his strength is high." Emperor Xian said comfortingly. "If Aiqing wants to fight hard with Cao Cao, it will definitely be a move to hit a stone with an egg, so Du Aiqing needs to think twice before acting.
"Your Majesty's words, Weichen knows, but Weichen doesn't want to compete with that Cao Cao." Du Chen looked at Emperor Xian and said in a depressed tone.
Du Chen's instantaneous change made Emperor Xian a little difficult to accept.
"From today on, Wechen can see through what kind of faces the princes of the world are, and Wechen has also lost confidence in the princes of the world. Weichen wants to tell His Majesty to return to his hometown, and from now on live in seclusion in the mountains and forests, and he will not be happy and happy. After speaking, Du Chen's expression showed a hint of yearning.
For Du Chen's request, how can Emperor Xian agree. After all, at this time, there is a lot of waste waiting to be revived, and there is a big shortage of talents around him to give advice to him, so a person like Du Chen, Emperor Xian will definitely try his best to keep him.
Emperor Xian stared at Du Chen and said in a very affirmative tone: "Du Aiqing." Don't think that Cao Cao is very benevolent, he can become a generation of heroes, and he is definitely not a benevolent person. If he wants to kill you, how can he let you go safely? And the whole of Yanzhou is his Cao Cao's territory, even if you can hide, where can you hide? ”
Emperor Xian finished speaking. Du Chen really hesitated. And at this time, Emperor Xian stepped up and said: "I heard that Aiqing's family is in this Xuchang City, has Aiqing thought about them?" ”
And after Emperor Xian said this, Du Chen's face really changed. This made Emperor Xian very satisfied, because his report did not lie to himself, and Du Chen really cared about his family very much. When it comes to his family, Du Chen will show his unusual concern.
"Let me think about it!" Looking up at Emperor Xian, Du Chen said hesitantly.
Seeing that Du Chen had begun to hesitate, Emperor Xian was naturally very happy. He knows. Now it really needs to be made Du Chen think about it, after all, this matter is very important.
Emperor Xian nodded, and then said, "In that case, then I will answer tomorrow." ”
After Emperor Xian finished speaking, Du Chen gave a salute and left.
After Du Chen left, Emperor Xian ordered someone to find Dong Cheng. After all, in the entire Xuchang City, only his father-in-law, Dong Cheng, is worthy of his trust. For others, no one is more trustworthy than Dong Cheng.
Not for a while. Dong Cheng came to Emperor Xian, and looking at Emperor Xian's smile, Dong Cheng was very surprised. Because Dong Chengneng had never seen it, Emperor Xian showed such a pleased smile.
"Majesty, what happened to make you so happy. You might as well say it and listen to it, so that the old minister can also follow His Majesty. ”
"Happy event, great happy event." Emperor Xian was smiling, and it was obvious that he was unusually happy. Then, Emperor Xian said with a smile: "Guozhang's plan has worked. Today, Cao Cao and Du Chen quarreled, and Du Chen personally told me that Cao Cao wanted to get rid of him. ”
Hearing Emperor Xian say this, Dong Cheng was also stunned, and then, he laughed. After laughing for a while, Dong Cheng opened his mouth and said, "This is really a great joy. After speaking, Dong Cheng breathed a deep sigh, his efforts for so long were finally not in vain, and Du Chen and Cao Cao saw that there was finally a gap.
separated Cao Cao and Du Chen, and the next thing was much easier. At that time, as long as he kills Cao Cao, then everything will be fine. Kill Cao Cao, and whoever in the entire court is his own world.
"This is not the biggest happy event, what makes me happiest is that Du Chen has plans to join me. You must know that now Du Chen is at the end of his rope, if I give a small favor and take that Du Chen under my command, then I will have the ability to be on a par with Cao Cao. When the time comes, I will no longer be under the control of others. ”
In a few words, Emperor Xian said impassionedly. Especially in the last sentence, Emperor Xian said his feelings that had been suppressed for many years. At that moment, Emperor Xian showed the domineering that an emperor should have.
Looking at the domineering Emperor Xian, Dong Cheng frowned. From beginning to end, Dong Cheng was on guard against Du Chen, but now, this Du Chen was still welcomed into the door. Especially looking at Emperor Xian's expression, you can know that if Du Chen really becomes Emperor Xian's cronies, his status is definitely above himself.
For a while, Dong Cheng's killing intent rose again. But thinking of Liu Bei's words, Dong Cheng didn't dare to act rashly. Killing Du Chen and costing him his life is absolutely not something to do.
"Congratulations to the emperor, congratulations to the emperor. As long as there is Du Chen's support, His Majesty will definitely be able to eliminate the traitors and return my Han to a bright future. With a roll of his eyes, Dong Cheng hurriedly spoke.
Obviously, this is very useful for Emperor Xian. I saw that after he listened to Dong Cheng's words, he suddenly smiled and laughed. After laughing, Emperor Xian said: "If Cao Cao is eliminated, the national abbot should be the first to be credited." ”
"The minister did what the minister should do, and he didn't dare to ask for a reward." Dong Cheng hurriedly said.
Emperor Xian nodded, and then said, "I still have something to do, so the prince will leave first." ”
Hearing this, Dong Cheng turned around and left. As soon as he left the palace, Dong Cheng ordered someone to invite Liu Bei to come over to the palace. This matter was provoked by Liu Bei, so he naturally wanted to discuss with Liu Bei.
However, to Dong Cheng's disappointment, Liu Bei went out with his two righteous brothers, and he didn't know where he went.
For this, Dong Cheng was very surprised. But he didn't think much of it, then shook his head and went back to his mansion. Dong Cheng couldn't find Liu Bei, while Du Chen was afraid to avoid him. But even so, Liu Bei still appeared in front of him. As for Liu Bei's purpose, it couldn't be simpler. It's just to win over Du Chen.
Because of the mustard between Du Chen and Cao Cao, Du Chen instantly replaced Liu Bei and became the hottest figure in Xuchang City. After all, whether it is Du Chen's power or Du Chen's ability, it is much better than Liu Bei.
Of course. Many people are rushing to take refuge in Du Chen, after all, Du Chen's official residence is too lieutenant, and if he wants to take refuge in him, it is impossible without some capital.
However, Du Chen's eyes are above the top, and in the face of everyone's refuge, Du Chen politely refused. However, everyone can understand this, even though Du Chen and Cao Cao only had an opinion, Cao Cao is in a high position after all. Strength is sufficient. Now let Du Chen fight hard with Cao Cao, the result can be imagined.
Seeing that people were a little dizzy, Du Chen was quite remorseful in his heart. If it weren't for the fact that he had to do what he wanted, he wouldn't have caused so much trouble. After all, Du Chen is a person who doesn't like trouble, and it's best to keep everything simple.
After sending away the idle people of the Taiwei Mansion, Du Chen was just about to give the order to refuse the guests, when he heard the next person say. General Liu Bei of the left led two righteous brothers to visit.
Even though Du Chen is helpless, Liu Bei still has to see it. To know. Liu Bei is the most valuable chess piece in this game of chess. If it weren't for him, how could Du Chen know how many people in the entire Xuchang City were looking forward to turning against Cao Cao.
"Please!" Du Chen commanded his subordinates in a deep voice, and then he lifted his spirits and prepared to meet Liu Bei.
Liu Bei didn't want to be able to coax lightly like the emperor. You must know that Liu Bei is also an experienced figure, and his head is not as simple as offering emperors. Only by deceiving Liu Bei can this plan succeed, otherwise, everything he has done will be wasted.
A few moments. Liu Bei appeared in front of his eyes. Looking at Liu Bei with a mellow face, no one could have imagined that the trick in his heart was unguardable. The so-called true man cannot be disguised, and the sea cannot be measured. Looking at Liu Bei, Du Chen couldn't help but sigh secretly.
"I've seen Lord Taiwei." Liu Bei stepped forward to salute, but he was not as respectful as before.
In this regard, Du Chen can also understand. After all, at that time, Liu Bei was only in the name of an imperial prince, and there was no actual imperial prince. And now, Liu Bei is a legitimate imperial uncle, and his identity is very different.
However, Du Chen didn't care about Liu Bei's change at all. He looked up at Liu Bei, then waved his hand and said, "Xuande doesn't need to be like this, now that you are an imperial uncle, these red tape and customs should be waived." ”
This time, Liu Bei didn't say anything, but nodded and acquiesced. Now his identity is very different, and he no longer needs to grovel to Du Chen. Of course, there is also an important point, today he is here to let Du Chen return to his heart, and naturally he can't be the same as before.
As the main father, it is natural to have the temperament of the main father. If he still looks grovelling, then how can he subdue a genius like Du Chen.
Seeing Liu Bei's appearance, Du Chen was resentful in his heart. The reason why he suffered like this was not because of Liu Bei in front of him.
"I don't know what Xuande is visiting today?" Du Chen said with a smile, but in his heart, he had scolded Liu Bei thousands of times.
"Isn't the purpose of today's coming?" Liu Bei said with a smile.
Du Chen sneered in his heart, and then said: "Xuande, as General Zuo, and the current uncle of His Majesty, I don't have the ability to command you. ”
Hearing Du Chen's words, Liu Bei's expression was obviously condensed. He looked up at Du Chen very helplessly, and his heart was full of bitterness. Could it be that he is really so sad that with his own identity, he can use it to take refuge in Du Chen.
After calming down for a while, Liu Bei opened his mouth and said: "Lord Taiwei will be mistaken, I am going to visit the Lord today, I want to ask the Lord about your question." ”
Looking at Liu Bei's expression, Du Chen was secretly happy in his heart. I have suffered losses for so long, and today is the happiest. After all, it was very difficult to watch Liu Bei eat deflated. The thrill of revenge made Du Chen enjoy it very much, if it weren't for Liu Bei's presence, Du Chen would definitely laugh out loud.
Holding back his laughter, Du Chen changed his expression to a shocked expression and asked, "It turns out that Xuande didn't come to take refuge with me?" It's my fault. ”
Looking at Du Chen in front of him, Liu Bei looked very helpless. But he couldn't vent. After all, this matter is very normal, Du Chen is one of the three dukes, and he is officially named Tai Lieutenant. In the entire Han Dynasty, except for Emperor Xian and Cao Cao, Du Chen's official position was the largest. Although there are other two princes, compared with Du Chen, a person with relative real power, it is the gap between heaven and earth.
"But you have to blame Xuande for this matter, it's good to say it straightforwardly, why do you have to guess. You see, Chen's guess is wrong to make such a joke. Du Chen obviously didn't mean to let Liu Bei go, seeing that Liu Bei was deflated, he enjoyed it very much.
Du Chen's words made Liu Bei hold back his internal injuries, not only was he misunderstood by Du Chen to come to him, but he actually had to admit his mistake in this matter. However, how can Liu Bei refute Du Chen at this time, the so-called corporal Lixian. (To be continued......)