Chapter 118: Recruitment (18)
Footsteps sounded, and Ouyang Lei and Ouyang Xiaoxiao walked in one after the other.
Cao Cao opened his eyes and quickly got up, his gaze intertwined with Ouyang Lei's gaze.
"Prime Minister Cao, I don't know if you are here, I miss the welcome, please Haihan!" Ouyang Lei clenched his fists and bowed slightly.
"Do you know Lone?" Cao Cao asked puzzled.
"Your name is known to everyone, and your portrait is widely circulated among the people. In Honghu, there are many people who regard you as an idol and post your portrait in their rooms. ”
"Huh? This, this made Lone a little embarrassed. Cao Cao smiled knowingly.
"Dark, why didn't you let people serve tea! How can there be such a reason to entertain distinguished guests? Ouyang Lei glared at Ouyang Dark, with a slight anger in his tone.
"Patriarch Ouyang, there is no need for tea. It is a deep honor to meet you, and I don't want to do Tai Chi for you, and the purpose of coming here is to get straight to the point.
The purpose of coming to Honghu alone is to recruit soldiers. The Honghu men are brave and good at fighting, and the water battle is even more outstanding. At present, Lone is confronting Dongwu and is at a disadvantage, so it is necessary to use the power of Honghu.
If Patriarch Ouyang is willing to help Gu, Guyi will be grateful, and he will be repaid in the future. If you don't want to break the rules of Honghu, you can say it bluntly, and you will not be blamed. ”
Ouyang Lei was thundered by Cao Cao's words. Although I was prepared in my heart, I still felt helpless when faced with this sudden choice.
"Prime Minister Cao, can you give me a moment to think about it? Your opening to the point made me feel the sincerity of your heart. But you also know that what I want to answer you is not a trivial matter, and it is related to the future fate of Ouyang Village.
Therefore, I had to think carefully. However, don't worry, it doesn't have to be long, one cup of tea is enough.
Come on, good tea! Don't neglect your guests. ”
"Father, do you still need to consider Cao Cao's words? The direct refusal is, have you forgotten that we have promised over there? Ouyang Dark's words were like a thunderbolt, and the relaxed atmosphere was destroyed in an instant.
"What's over here? Who did I promise? Ouyang Lei's rhetorical question made the atmosphere of the scene change again.
"Father, have you forgotten what I told you before, the Great Majesty?"
"Your Majesty?" Ouyang Lei repeated, and then said, "That's what you promised him, and it wasn't our Ouyang Village that promised him." You have to remember that you are not the patriarch now, and you can't be the master of Ouyang Village.
It's really not good, you can take your cronies and men to join him, I won't stop you. But Ouyang Village is by no means a bargaining weight for you to negotiate with him. ”
Listening to the conversation between their father and son, Cao Cao thought a lot, the most important of which were two points.
One is that Ouyang and his son did not put their eggs in one basket, they chose the two forces that were most likely to dominate the universe. No matter what the final outcome is, Ouyang Village will always be able to survive safely under the cover of one party's forces.
Second, Ouyang Lei and Ouyang Yan's opinions are contrary. Ouyang Lei hadn't made up his mind on which side to stand on, but Ouyang Dian took matters into his own hands, using Ouyang Village as a weight, clearly stood in line, and expressed his attitude.
"Father, brother, can't you two go to the back hall to talk about something? There are still guests here! "Ouyang Xiaoxiao can always save the scene at a critical time.
"Guys, can you listen to what Gu has to say?" Cao Cao let out a loud shout and drew the audience's attention to himself.
"Patriarch Ouyang, since Ouyang Gongzi has talked about this, we might as well make it clear here! Everyone's time is precious, and we don't need to waste it in the clouds.
Since this proposal was made by Lone, let's start with Lone! As Lone just said, Lone sincerely invites you to join Lone's camp. Although Lone is not talented, he has also laid a foundation in the troubled times.
To tell the truth, Yijia Village and Huangfu Village have been to each other, and they have all talked to the patriarch of the village. Their attitude is very clear, that is, they will not join any faction.
Maybe they didn't want Lone to be too ugly. When Lone left, they all made their own promises, as long as Lone can persuade one side to join Lone's forces, they will not hesitate to join Lone's camp and serve Lone from then on.
Lone didn't know who the so-called His Majesty was in Ouyang Gongzi's mouth. But Lone believes that Lone and he will meet on the battlefield one day sooner or later. At that time, if Ouyang Village is also included, Lone will not hesitate to raise the butcher's knife and kill you all.
Lone has never been merciful to the enemy. This is presumably very well documented in the information you have.
Finally, I want to say. Don't leave it to chance, don't try to put your eggs in multiple baskets, such cleverness is not advisable in troubled times, and the consequences will be miserable. ”
Ouyang Lei narrowed his eyes, and a thick killing intent appeared on his face. He was a proud man who would never allow anyone to say that he was worthless in front of him.
"Cao Cao, you are too self-righteous, you take yourself too seriously. In my eyes, you were just lucky enough to catch the ride. If you and I were to swap, I would do better than you!
Our Ouyang Village ranks among the top three in Honghu Village, and there are 20,000 brave and warlike sons and daughters in the village.
Don't underestimate 20,000 people. I dare to say that when it comes to the battlefield, the 20,000 people in our Ouyang Village will resist the elite 100,000 people in your hands.
Huh, how's that? With such capital, can't we Ouyang Village find a good way out? ”
Ouyang Zhen wanted to say something, but his open mouth never made a sound. The son has talked about this, how can he dismantle his platform again?
It is necessary to know that the future of Ouyang Village is under his leadership, and he represents the future of Ouyang Village. Even if he became the Lord for a while and vetoed his words, what about the future?
In today's situation, he and Cao Cao are on the same footing. Even if Ouyang Village submits to Cao Cao, will there be a big reckoning when he rules the universe in the future? What will be the outcome of those who have offended him in the past in this great reckoning?
Thinking of this, Ouyang Zhen had to change his original thoughts. The son is more important than Cao Cao! If I had one more son, I wouldn't have had trouble in such an environment.
"Patriarch Ouyang, what do you think? Do you mean the same as Ouyang Dark? Cao Cao restrained all his emotions and asked Ouyang Lei in a calm tone.
"Prime Minister Cao, pity the hearts of parents all over the world, I also have my own hardships!" Ouyang Lei hugged his fist at Cao Cao, and his body was sixty degrees away.
"Okay, Lone knows. Excuse me, farewell! Cao Cao said no more, turned around and left.
Bian Que shook his head with his arms folded, he regretted Ouyang Village's choice.