Chapter 113: The Righteous War
One prince, invite another...... Oh, maybe Liu Chuang is not a prince, at most he is a small prince, and leaving his territory is not a simple matter. There are many questions involved, so Liu Chuang can't answer them immediately.
It's night, Mishui Pavilion.
Chen Gong asked people to boil a basin of water and soak their feet comfortably.
He and Gao Shun were sitting in the study, and someone brought honey water for the two of them to drink, and then left the room.
"Xiaogong, how is Liu Chuang?"
Gao Shun put down the water bowl, and after a moment of silence, he said: "This person is very popular, not an ordinary person. β
"Oh?"
"And he's very ambitious."
"How so?"
"At the first meeting outside the city today, he looked at me wrongly."
Burst!
Chen Gong squirted out a mouthful of honey syrup water, and looked at Gao Shun in shock, "He looks at your gaze, how is it wrong?" β
"Gongtai, don't get me wrong...... I mean, he seems to be interested in my trap.
I look at his soldiers and horses, and he is also a mighty army, but today during the banquet, he repeatedly tried and seemed to want me to help him train a strong pawn. If you are not ambitious, why is this so urgent? I think that this Liu Gongzi should not be underestimated. If you can't do it, make an alliance with it. If the lord has the help of this person, it cannot be said that he will be able to sit on one side and achieve a career. β
"What Xiaogong said is exactly what I think."
Chen Gong got up barefoot and walked around the house twice.
"In this way, tomorrow you might as well probe the tone of the bell and see what this person's attitude towards the prince is.
If you can win over, try to win over. Don't say anything else. Only his identity. This would alleviate the current predicament faced by the princes. β
LΓΌ Bu is known as controlling Xuzhou. But in fact, the control of Xuzhou is not too good.
Although he tried his best to win over the local powerful gentry, whether it was the Guangling Chen family or the Haixi Xu family, he was always lukewarm to him.
Chen Qi occasionally jumped out to help Lu Bu, but more often than not, he had other plans.
Chen Gong knew very well that Lu Bu needed an ally.
Especially after this time and Yuan Shu, he was in the Jianghuai region. was completely isolated. If you can become an ally with Liu Chuang, maybe you can get some benefits. Although Liu Chuang is not as good as Yuan Shu, he is the uncle of the Great Han Dynasty recognized by the Son of Heaven, after the Marquis of Zhongling. Even if he has no more than 10,000 soldiers and no more than 10 soldiers under his account, if he uses it properly, it will be of great benefit to Lu Bu.
Regardless of whether Chen Gong sincerely assisted Lu Bu or not, one thing is certain, he really wanted to defeat Cao Cao.
In his opinion, as long as it is Cao Cao's enemy. can become his ally.
Previously, Cao Cao rewarded Liu Chuang on the surface, but in fact it was an act of killing. How could he hide from Chen Gong's eyes?
It is precisely for this reason that Chen Gong's high-secret trip was promoted.
Along the way, he saw Liu Chuang's great development in Tuntian, and his ambition was already clear.
If, if Ling'er can marry Liu Chuang, with Liu Chuang's life experience, Lu Bu's status will inevitably be improved.
It's just that Liu Chuang can agree with Lu Bu?
It's one thing for him to have kindness to Lu Bu, but it's another thing to marry Lu Bu.
There's no way, who made Lu Bu's reputation too stinky...... So much so that no matter who mentions Lu Bu, on the one hand, he is afraid, and on the other hand, he sneers at him.
Thinking of this, Chen Gong couldn't help but sigh softly......
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Chen Gong and Gao Shun were talking about Liu Chuang, and similarly, Liu Chuang also convened the trilogy and discussed in the hall.
Lu Bu's invitation was too sudden, so Liu Chuang was not prepared at all.
What did he mean by inviting Liu Chuang to Xiapi?
Is it really like what Lu Bu said, asking him to fight Yuan Shu together? But the problem is, let Liu Chuang crusade against Yuan Shu, not to mention that he wants to lead his troops through Xuzhou, how to solve the problem of food and salary? But I only said that the soldiers and horses in Liu Chuang's hands can be drawn out now, and I am afraid that there are not many.
"Let's talk about it, whether I'm going or not."
Huang Shao immediately said: "In my opinion, it's better not to go." β
"Why?"
Huang Shao said in a deep voice: "Lu Bu, the tiger and the wolf are also repeated, right and wrong.
He invited Childe to go this time, and the purpose was not clear. If Childe goes, he is likely to be calculated, so it's better not to go. β
Liu Chuang scratched his head, noncommittal.
His fingers tapped lightly on the table, his gaze sweeping over the room.
Although Bu Qi did not speak, it could be seen from his expression that he, like Huang Shao, did not approve of Liu Chuang's going to Xiapi.
Not only Bu Qi, but also Xun Kuang and Shi Lian were also shaking their heads gently.
When Liu Chuang's eyes fell on Zhuge Liang, he suddenly smiled and said, "Kong Ming......"
"Go!"
"Huh?"
Zhuge Liang stood up and said in a deep voice: "Liang thinks that Lu Bu's invitation is nothing more than two purposes.
He wanted to borrow the identity of Meng Yan's elder brother to appease the Xuzhou gentry. As far as I know, the gentry of Xuzhou are mostly vain to Lu Bu and do not support him. Meng Yan's elder brother is a relative of the Han family, and the uncle of the Han Dynasty who is personally recognized by the Son of Heaven will be of great benefit to Lu Bu if he can go.
In addition, since Lu Bu and Yuan Shu are against each other, they will fall into isolation from now on.
He should be very eager to get reinforcements now...... Liu Bei of Ranpei County, Sun Ce of Jiangdong, and Cao Cao are all eyeing Xuzhou. Brother Meng Yan, although he is not strong, he has a name after all. The position of captain of Dongyi is not high, but after his brother takes Donglai, he can be regarded as a prince. Once Xuzhou raises troops, Brother Meng Yan can at least contain the soldiers and horses of Taishan.
So no matter from any point of view, Lu Bu didn't have a reason to frame Meng Yan's brother......"
When Bu Qi and the others heard Zhuge Liang say this, they couldn't help but nod slightly.
"Besides, Lu Bu needs allies, and Brother Meng Yan also needs allies.
Otherwise, Brother Meng Yan is in Beihai, which is also dangerous...... Although this covenant may be torn up by Lu Bu at any time. But no matter what. Before this year's autumn harvest. Brother Meng Yan needs a stable environment for development, and it would be good to form an alliance with Lu Bu.
Another point, Lu Bu invited Brother Meng Yan to Xiapi for the purpose of conquering Yuan Shu.
Yuan Shu? Who?
He established himself as the Son of Heaven, but he is really a thief of the country, and everyone in the world can fight against him together, this is a righteous war. The elder brother is now right, and he needs this battle to establish his prestige. If you can defeat Yuan Shu. Then the people of the world will praise ...... When the time comes, if Cao Cao wants to do it, he will also have to worry about it. β
Righteous War!
Zhuge Liang mentioned such a word, which immediately made everyone change their minds.
"Then Kong Ming, how many soldiers and horses do you think Gongzi needs to lead?"
Zhuge Liang smiled slightly, and said softly: "Since it is a righteous war, people can arrive, why care about the number of soldiers and horses?"
In my opinion, my brother can lead the flying bear guard to go, and then take the tiger brother. I have accompanied you, and I have outgrown thousands of troops. β
He held his head high. Like a proud little rooster.
Liu Chuang couldn't help laughing!
He seemed to see that in that history book, Zhuge Wolong, who compared himself to Zhong Leyi.
But Zhuge Liang's mention was opposed by Bu Qi and Huang Shao. According to their thoughts, since Liu Chuang is going to Xiapi, it is best to bring a colonel of soldiers and horses.
Liu Chuang sat on the couch chair, closed his eyes and muttered for a long time.
"Kong Ming is right, I am in a situation today, and it is not appropriate to lead my troops to Xiapi.
Lu Bu has a large number of troops and generals, so why do I need to transfer troops again? Although I have settled in the country of the North Sea, my foundation is not secure...... Today, Xu Sheng wants to guard Jiaodong, and Ziyi sits in Jiaozhou Bay. Gaomi may have soldiers and horses stationed to guard against bandits...... Two or three thousand soldiers and horses are not a big problem with the righteous war. The key is me! As long as I go, it will be enough, and presumably Lu Bu will not be blamed for this.
Well, I'll take Fei Xiongwei, Brother Tiger, you work hard together, and walk with me.
As for Kong Ming......"
Zhuge Liang was anxious when he heard this, where was the calmness that pointed out the country just now, and hurriedly said: "Brother Meng Yan, I can pretend to be a scholar." β
Looking at his anxious appearance, Liu Chuang couldn't help laughing.
"Kong Ming, as long as the second lady agrees, I will take you there."
"It's my business, why should she agree?" Zhuge Liang muttered, but still promised that he would make Zhuge Ling agree.
After discussing with everyone, Liu Chuang returned to the study.
As soon as he sat down, he saw Zhuge Liang sneak into the room.
"Kong Ming, don't go to sleep, what are you doing here?"
"Brother Meng Yan, I suddenly remembered something."
"Huh?"
"If my brother wants to go to Xiapi, it's best to let General Guan come to Gaomi and order General Shi to garrison Dongwu."
Liu Chuang was stunned when he heard this, and blurted out: "Why? β
Zhuge Liang said: "In terms of talent, General Shi is ten times better than General Guan."
But in terms of prestige, General Guan is the uncle of Meng Yan's elder brother, and he is in Gaomi, which can also make people feel at ease. Besides, my brother's current enemy is in Mount Tai and not in Beihai. Just Peng Xuan, I believe that General Guan can solve it. But if Lu Qian took advantage of his brother's absence to attack Dongwu, his brother thought that General Shi was sitting in Dongwu safely, or General Guan was sitting in Dongwu safely? β
This little kid really makes sense.
In fact, there will basically be no problems on Gaomi's side, with Zheng Xuan here, Guan Hai is just a decoration.
But for Liu Chuang's subordinates, Guan Hai is Liu Chuang's elder, and when Liu Chuang is not there, it is more reassuring to have him stationed.
Liu Chuang thought about it, and then said in a deep voice: "Since this is the case, then I will transfer Uncle Hai to Gaomi tomorrow." β
Zhuge Liang listened to it and laughed.
He was very satisfied, satisfied that Liu Chuang listened to his opinion.
Especially after Liu Chuang praised him twice, the little boy went to sleep happily.
took off the big hat on his body, and Liu Chuang sat down on the couch.
All of a sudden, he was smiling.
Things in this world are really unpredictable.
When he was in Fu Yang, Liu Chuang never thought that he would one day cooperate with Lu Bu.
Emotionally, Lu Bu is definitely not a good partner; But judging from the current situation, Lu Bu is the most suitable ally.
Maybe one day, the two of them will face each other again.
But now......
Liu Chuang suddenly smiled, let's take a step at a time...... God knows what will happen in the future!
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Liu Chuang's agreement to go to Xiapi was indeed unexpected by Chen Gong.
He knew that Liu Chuang would agree to go.
But he didn't expect it. Liu Chuang would agree so quickly.
Xun You commented on Chen Gongzhichi. At this time, it is also the most incisive. Features of Chen Palace. It is necessary to make various assumptions and arrangements in advance, and if something happens, solve it according to the method he envisioned before. But as soon as things happen beyond his imagination, he panics.
Therefore, when Liu Chuang agreed to go to Xiapi, Chen Gong was a little panicked.
Instead, he muttered in his heart, does Liu Chuang have any purpose?
Otherwise, he is a prince. Just leave the territory so lightly? Isn't he afraid of danger?
"Mr. Chen, it is incumbent upon my generation to crusade against the traitor.
However, when we came to Beihai, all parties were undecided, and the troops and horses were scattered very widely, and it was difficult to concentrate.
Therefore, I am not going to take too many soldiers and horses to Xiapi, except for one or two relatives to follow, I only take Fei Xiongwei...... I don't think Wen Hou will blame. β
"No, no, no."
Chen Gong was confused!
Do you believe in Lu Bu so much?
Take only the Flying Bear Guard to ......
But I don't know. What is the rate of the childe? β
"Two teams of Flying Bear Guards, a total of one hundred and eight people. There is one person with you, that is, Xu Chu you saw yesterday, and a scholar, a total of one hundred and ten people, if you count me, a total of one hundred and eleven people. However, I have one more small request, which I hope will be fulfilled. β
One hundred and eleven...... Who do you think you are?
Chen Gong couldn't understand why Liu Chuang was so bold.
He replied in a hurry: "But I don't know, what does the son want?" β
Liu Chuang smiled, and his eyes fell on Gao Shun's body, which made Gao Shun shiver.
Actually, it's not a request, it's more appropriate to say it's a request.
Sir's march is majestic, and I am very envious. Bell once told me that General Xiaogong is a first-class military wizard in the world, and this army is led by General Xiaogong. So...... I brazenly pleaded with him to borrow General Xiaogong's life to train me an elite soldier who seemed to be in battle, is it okay? β
"It can't be!"
Without waiting for Chen Gong to speak, Gao Shun said loudly: "Trapping is my hard work for many years, and how can it be practiced in a year." β
Chen Gong was taken aback, and hurriedly pulled Gao Shun back.
He glared at Gao Shun fiercely: He said that he asked you to help him train a trap camp, did you really help him train a trap camp? Not to mention anything else, he said that for a year, you still have a year to come. You guy, how can you be so real, is it possible that you want to help him for a longer time?
Gao Shun also seemed to know that he had said the wrong thing, and hurriedly sat down.
"Childe, it's a little difficult.
Filial piety is the person Wen Hou values the most, and I'm afraid it will be difficult to leave. β
"Mr. Chen, why are you lying to me?" Liu Chuang said with a smile: "If Wen Hou really values filial piety, how can he take back the talisman?" β
"This ......"
Chen Gong was speechless.
He secretly complained in his heart: Junhou, Junhou, this is not my fault.
Humanity is a girl's outward ...... Your bell has handed over your old bottom, how can I be good?
In his mind, this must be Lu Lan telling Liu Chuang.
But in fact, Lu Lan is not particularly clear about this...... She only knew that Lu Bu hated Gao Shun a little, but she also knew that Lu Bu also valued Gao Shun a lot. The reason why I hate Gao Shun is because of what happened to Hao Meng before, and because Gao Shun can't speak.
The reason why Liu Chuang knew that Gao Shun could not be reused was because he analyzed it.
"Mr. Chen, I also know that you may not be able to make a decision on this matter...... It's better to write a letter now and report to Wen Hou...... Let's just say that I want to borrow General Gao for a year, and after a year, I will pay it back. Well, if Wen Hou doesn't agree, let's talk about it, do you think this is good? β
Chen Gong thought about it, and it seemed that there was only that.
He went back to write a letter to Lu Bu, and did not mention it for the time being.
Liu Chuang began to mobilize troops and horses in Gaomi, first recalled Guan Hai to Gaomi, and then worshiped Shi Lian as the chief history of Dongyi and stationed in Dongwu.
As the captain of Dongyi, he has two places under his hands.
In addition to Shi Lian, this other place was given to Tai Shi Ci...... In addition, he also worshiped Xun Kuang as the chief bookkeeper of the march, and handed over Lu Dai's previous affairs to Xun Kuang.
After arranging these things properly, Liu Chuang began to wait for news from Lu Bu.
However, without waiting for Lu Bu's reply, he first received a letter from Qi County.
Xun Chen said in the letter: Xun Dan, you have tossed enough when you run out, now let me go home and stay.
In addition, he told Liu Chuang that Peng Xuan's affairs don't have to be bothered anymore.
The problem of Qi Juntaishou has been resolved. The eldest prince Yuan Tan was willing to come forward as a guarantee, and asked Yuan Shao to seal Liu Chuang as the minister of the North Sea with the general.
Liu Chuang was also surprised when he received this letter.
"Father, is Yuan Benchu's appointment useful?"
Zheng Xuan showed surprise, looked at Liu Chuang and said with a smile: "Yuan Shao is a general of the dynasty and has the power to command the world.
His general seal, like the emperor's jade seal, can even compete with the imperial court...... Meng Yan, you don't even know this, do you? β
I really don't know about this!
No wonder Cao Cao wanted to be a general at the beginning, and Yuan Shao immediately turned against him.
After Cao Cao gave up the position of general to Yuan Shao, even if Cao Cao ordered the princes to serve the Son of Heaven, Yuan Shao didn't seem to take it too seriously.
It turns out that this great general's seal still has such power?
Zheng Xuan sighed: "Meng De welcomed the Son of Heaven at the beginning, but he has become the target of everyone.
If he is dealing with Yuan Shao, it will be difficult to preserve. He handed over the general's seal, although he appeased Yuan Shao. But this also caused the Han dynasty to be divided and the north and south to confront. Yuan Shao holds the seal of the general, and he can match the power of a state, like a tiger with wings. β
Liu Chuang didn't listen to Zheng Xuan's nagging anymore, and his attention was suddenly focused on the general seal in Yuan Shao's hand.
This......
Didn't you say, Jia Xu, the rebel?
How do you listen to the meaning of Zheng Xuan's words, the real mess is Cao Cao?
This thing is really complicated.
Liu Chuang thought that he already had enough understanding of this era.
But now it seems......
"Father, I want to learn my Han Classics."
"Oh?"
When Zheng Xuan heard Liu Chuang's words, he was immediately happy.
Liu Chuang followed him and studied for a month or two...... But in the past two months, this guy has been fishing for three days and drying nets for two days, and he has not studied seriously at all. Liu Chuang had amazing insights from time to time, which made Zheng Xuanmao pause. But he didn't study hard, and Zheng Xuan had no choice but to nag Guan Ning and Zhuge Liang in private...... He also knew that Liu Chuang did have a lot to do.
Now, Liu Chuang took the initiative to study, and Zheng Xuan was naturally happy.
Even if he wanted to learn the Great Han Classics, Zheng Xuan was very supportive...... As a relative of the emperor and the uncle of the Han Dynasty, wouldn't it be shameful if he was not familiar with the Han Dynasty?
"Meng Yan, what are your plans?"
"Huh?"
Zheng Xuanzheng said: "I mean, you have to give an explanation to Dan'er and the three ladies, and you can't let them be like this all the time, and follow you without a name or share." It's better to say something now, but if it takes a long time, I'm afraid it will damage your reputation. (To be continued.) )