A martial arts exercise, in the end, it was over.

In short, Cao Cao's intentions were a complete failure.

Because of Liu Xiu's disturbances, Cao Cao's actions to deter Jingzhou and Jiangdong ultimately failed. Even, Liu Xiu's archery skills shocked Cao Cao and his civil and military forces.

In the returning carriage, Wen Ping said excitedly: "Childe's performance today is too outstanding. Cao Zhanghe's faces were already about to go crazy at that time, and one of the Wenchen generals under Cao Cao's command was also wilted, his expression was defeated, and he could no longer be arrogant. ”

Pang Degong frowned and said, "I'm afraid the happiest person now is Zhang Hong." ”

Wen Ping was stunned and asked, "Why did Pang Gong say that?"

Pang De said fairly: "Cao Cao celebrated the birthday of the Son of Heaven, and he himself planned to suppress Jingzhou and Jiangdong, so that Jingzhou and Jiangdong were afraid. Unexpectedly, Xiu'er at the Wenhui made Jingzhou Wenwu desperate. Today's martial arts performance was so suppressed that Cao Zhang and Dianman could not fight back. ”

"These two times, Xiu'er was out of the limelight. ”

"The people who offended Cao Cao are all Xiu'er, and they are all my Jingzhou. ”

On the contrary, it was Zhang Hong, who did not speak quietly, and he was more willing to be a foil. Anyway, this time he didn't lose face in Jiangdong and completed the task of celebrating his birthday. ”

"The most important thing is that Jingzhou and Cao Cao are competing against each other, which is exactly what Zhang Hong wants to see. ”

Pang Degong said with emotion: "This time, Zhang Hong's fisherman has benefited. ”

Wen Ping thought about it carefully and said, "Pang Gong didn't remind me, I haven't remembered it yet." When you say it, it's true. Zhang Hong, this person, it's not simple. ”

Liu Xiu smiled, not very concerned on his face.

After thinking about it, Liu Xiu said: "Teacher, being in the limelight or not being in the limelight, each has its own pros and cons, it depends on what you think." If we don't go up, we will lose Jingzhou's face. ”

"When I returned to Jingzhou, it was difficult to explain to my father. ”

"Being out of the limelight, although being pushed to the cusp, is not a good thing for me. ”

Liu Xiu's eyes changed color and became solemn, and he continued: "In Xu County, we are actually on the cusp. It's normal to be in danger. The disciples had already prepared for this. ”

After a pause, Liu Xiu said again: "In fact, in Xu County, once we are threatened, or we encounter something, Cao Cao will not be able to speak. In a way, as long as we are in Xu County, Cao Cao must keep us safe. ”

Pound said: "That being said, be careful. ”

Liu Xiu nodded, and also took Pang Degong's reminder to heart.

When the carriage returned home, everyone went their separate ways.

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Sikong Mansion, Study.

Cao Cao, Xun Yu, Yu Xunyou, Guo Jia, Jia Xu and Cheng Yu, the guests and hosts were seated.

Cao Cao's eyes flashed, and he said with emotion: "Liu Xiu is an all-round talent in civil and military affairs, such a person is really a rare talent. If you can take it for your own use, it will be a big boost to the official. ”

For Liu Xiu, Cao Cao is more and more appreciative.

The more I came into contact, the more I felt that Liu Xiu was very good.

Compared with Yang Xiu and others, Liu Xiu is not proud, even less stubborn, and not arrogant, which is also appreciated by Cao Cao.

Cheng Yu said: "The lord has a heart of love for talents, but Liu Xiu is brave and strategic, and his actions are also very measured. I am afraid that such a person is not easy to subdue. ”

Cao Cao said: "No talent can be easily subdued. ”

Guo Jia took two deep breaths and said, "I agree with Zhong Degong's analysis, and I think that Liu Xiu is not a person who is willing to be subordinate. ”

Cao Cao said: "However, Liu Xiu is a concubine. ”

Guo Jiadao: "The lord's love for talent is well known. It's just that some people, even if they have a bad background, can't be subdued. For example, Guan Yu, the lord tried his best, but the final result could only increase the sadness. ”

At the mention of Guan Yu, Cao Cao's face showed a look of regret.

Cao Cao was very fond of Guan Yu, and to this day, he also appreciates Guan Yu's martial arts and loyalty.

Talent!

In Cao Cao's view, Guan Yu is a talent.

Cao Cao smiled and said, "Although Yun Chang didn't accept it, at least, he inherited my kindness." It's a pity that Liu Bei is good at buying people's hearts and letting Guan Yu follow him with all his heart, otherwise, Yun Chang is already the right hand man of the official. ”

Cheng Yu said again: "Has the lord forgotten Liu Bei?"

The corners of Cao Cao's mouth twitched, and he said, "Zhong Degong, how can this official forget about Liu Bei's matter?"

For Liu Bei, Cao Cao is naturally impossible to forget.

At this time, Cao Cao also regarded Liu Bei as a great enemy.

Cheng Yu continued: "The lord admires Liu Bei and wants to take it for his own use. But what is the final result? Liu Bei hated the lord to the core. Whether it was Liu Bei or About, they all failed. The lord loves talents, and there should be trade-offs. ”

Cao Cao suddenly laughed and said, "It seems that you all think that Liu Xiu is impossible to subdue. ”

"But in the opinion of this official, there are three reasons to subdue Liu Xiu. ”

"First, Liu Xiu is a concubine, and he is even more disliked by Liu Biao. In such a situation, as long as the official leveled Jingzhou and destroyed Liu Biao, he could recruit Liu Xiu. Because of Liu Biao, it is impossible for Liu Xiu to avenge his father. Their father-son relationship determines that there can be no deep hatred between Liu Xiu and the official. ”

"Second, Liu Xiu is not a royalist. Liu Bei, Guan Yu and others, all of them are the Son of Heaven when they open and close their mouths, and they are all Liu Xie's little emperor. But look at Liu Xiu, he has been in Xu County for so long, he has never thought of meeting the Son of Heaven, and he has not mentioned the Son of Heaven in his words. Moreover, the Son of Heaven has no kindness to him. ”

"Third, Liu Xiu is proficient in civil and martial arts, and it is impossible for such a person to remain incognito. He's talented, and he needs a place to show his talent. Today, only this official can give him such a platform. Even a member of the Han family like Liu Ye can be appointed as an official, let alone a Liu Xiu?"

Cao Cao's eyes flashed, and he said loudly: "Liu Xiu is now from Jingzhou, and this official can't be subdued for the time being." But after waving the army south to Jingzhou and destroying Liu Biao, subduing Liu Xiu can be put on the agenda. ”

Guo Jia sighed lightly and said, "Lord Ambition, I can't wait." ”

Cheng Yu said: "The consideration of the lord is indeed very good, but there is a premise for the consideration of the lord. ”

"What premise?" Cao Cao asked.

Cheng Yu said: "The premise is that the lord can destroy Jingzhou." ”

"Jingzhou is a place, you can take it with a flip of your palm, so you don't have to worry about it. ”

Cao Cao's eyes showed a dark color of contempt, Liu Biao has the ability to govern the place, but it is limited to this, he has never put Liu Biao in his hands.

Cheng Yu said: "If Liu Biao is in charge of Jingzhou, or if Liu Biao dies, Liu Qi or Liu Cong of Liu Biao is in charge of Jingzhou, it is indeed easy for the lord to take Jingzhou." ”

However, once Liu Xiu rises, the difficulty will inevitably increase. ”

Cheng Yu's eyes flashed with a fine light, and he said, "Liu Xiu is proficient in civil and martial arts, and he is a young tiger. Once you grow up, I'm afraid it's not easy to deal with. ”

When Cao Cao heard this, he laughed even more.

Cheng Yu asked, "Why is the lord laughing?"

Cao Cao said: "If you take Liu Xiu easily, then what's the point? It's fun to fight with the heroes of the world. It's also a good thing to be able to fight with Liu Xiu. ”

"This official just let him see what is the real soldier and what is the real elite. ”

"Moreover, this official document has Feng Xiaowen Ruogong Da Wenhe, and Zhongde Gong reminds him from time to time. Wu Youmiaocai Yuanrang and others, Wenchen military generals, full of talents, why fear Liu Xiu?"

Cao Cao waved his sleeves and said proudly: "A Liu Xiu is not worth mentioning." ”

Cheng Yu sighed lightly: "The lord is bold, and the old man is not as good as the old man." ”

After Guo Jia coughed lightly, he said slowly: "Liu Xiu is not valued by Liu Biao, and he is even more excluded by Liu Cong. Both of these things can be provoked. Increase the difficulty of Liu Xiu's rise, this should be okay. ”

Cao Cao nodded and said, "This matter can be operated." As he spoke, he looked at Jia Xu and instructed: "Wenhe, you are in charge of Jingzhou's affairs, you let people provoke the relationship between Liu Biao, Liu Cong and Liu Xiu." ”

Jia Xu nodded and said, "Obey orders!"

Cao Cao and his subordinates discussed the matter of Liu Xiu, and talked about government affairs and the birthday celebration of the Son of Heaven