The cold words echoed under Zhongmu County.

seems to be polite, but in fact, the attitude of rejecting people thousands of miles away makes Cao Cao and Cao Ang feel cold.

Although some signs had already been seen from his previous words and deeds, when Chen Gong explicitly refused, the father and son were still a little disappointed.

Cao Cao turned his head and looked at his family, who were already full of exhaustion at the moment, and couldn't help but want to make one last effort.

If you miss Zhongmu County, you will have to walk for at least another day and night to reach Junyi County in Yanzhou.

At that time, these people in the family didn't know what they had been tortured into.

So after a little thought.

Cao Cao arched his hand towards the city tower, raised his voice, and said loudly.

"Chen County Order, it stands to reason that you and I are both court officials, and we should help each other, but now you are turning me away, do you have any concerns?"

Chen Gong's pupils shrank.

I intuitively felt that if I didn't answer well, I was afraid that I would anger this guy in the city, so I still tried not to start a dispute.

So he hurriedly saluted again.

In a slightly frightened tone, he hurriedly said: "The prince of the mansion misunderstood, if it wasn't for the reason, how could I keep you out of the county." ”

"It's really that recently, there have been many bandits rampant near Zhongmu County, bandits have made trouble, and there have been several looting and killing of people, so that the people in the city are terrified."

"Therefore, once you see a large number of troops marching by, you will subconsciously close the city gates, and you will never dare to communicate with passers-by."

"And as the commander of Zhongmu County, although he knows that a few people are not evildoers, he can't stand the requests of the people in the city, so he can only close the city gate."

"This matter is definitely not aimed at the prince, I also hope that tens of millions of Haihan, if there is anything inappropriate, I will salute first!"

Chen Gong is also considered to have a flexible mind.

A reason was made up on the spot.

And it sounds decent.

Because he was often robbed by nearby bandits, he was bitten by a snake and was afraid of the well rope for ten years, so that he became a frightened bird, and shrank up in fear when he saw a large army.

This made Cao Cao speechless for a while.

Everyone has opened their mouths like this, so you can't force yourself to go in.

They are regular troops, and they are not soldiers and bandits, and they cannot do anything to forcibly attack a county seat.

Just when Cao Cao was about to give up.

Cao Ang, who was still on the side, suddenly rode forward, raised his head and asked.

"Chen County Order, if I order the army to stay away from Zhongmu County five miles away, leaving only my family members in the house to enter the city, I don't know if this is feasible?"

Chen Gong hesitated.

To be reasonable, this proposal is still feasible.

The large army not far away is basically composed of infantry, and it will take a while to break through the distance of five miles.

He only needs to send people to guard at night, and he has time to control the situation before something happens.

But what he said just now was so desperate.

It's still somewhat inappropriate to suddenly slow down your tone now, and caution still prevails.

So a few seconds have passed.

Success still hardened his heart, shook his head forcibly, and put on a look of not advancing oil and salt, and not making any concessions at all.

But considering that such an attitude may provoke the other party, don't be tempted to rectify the other party, but the other party has no malicious intentions, but he was angry and sent soldiers to forcibly attack Zhongmu County, which would be a big loss.

So after a cold and hard refusal.

Chen Gong hurriedly opened his mouth to make up for it: "Although I can't open the city to greet you, I can send someone to send some food and water from the city tower later, so as to ensure that it is enough to supply your consumption tonight." ”

"If you want to leave tomorrow, I can also send you some more money and food, enough to support you on the rest of the journey."

"I wonder what you two think?"

……

This guy!

It's really hard and soft, it's like a stone in a pit, smelly and hard.

Cao Ang was a little breathless.

But he really didn't have much to do.

It's impossible to really command a large army to attack Zhongmu County, the world hasn't been chaotic to that point, and this is not a confrontation between the two armies to attack the enemy forces.

So that's all there is to it.

Fortunately, this guy in Chen Gong has a bit of vision, and he knows that he promised to send some food and water, otherwise Cao Ang will definitely remember today's account.

There will be no good fruit to eat in the future!

Of course, saying that, Cao Ang still has some regrets in his heart.

Chen Gong refused to enter the city by himself, so there was no way to communicate with him privately, and the idea of receiving him under his hands was difficult to realize after all.

There is one less Senior Strategist at the start.

It's annoying!

After a little bit of a tidying up.

Cao Ang nodded to the city tower, and then said in a somewhat calm voice: "Since this is the case, then thank the county order for its kindness!" ”

"Whew!"

Chen Gong couldn't help but exhale a breath of turbidity.

The boulder hanging in my heart finally landed.

finally calmed down this group of people, and he was really afraid that these two people under him would go crazy.

With Zhongmu County, a county seat, plus a county soldier who doesn't have many people together, how can it be possible to resist one or two thousand regular troops?

Well, now everyone is happy!

Although Cao Ang's tone was a little unhappy, Chen Gong couldn't care about it so much, anyway, he wasn't his direct boss, and he couldn't control him.

"Wait, you two, I'll order someone to prepare food and water, and you won't dare to slack off!"

After an order was given.

There was a clear sound of running on the walls.

And after relieving the tense atmosphere.

Chen Gong also simply chatted with Cao Cao and the others, which was regarded as easing the relationship.

……

"Please forgive me for being rude, I haven't asked about it, I don't know who this son is?"

Chen Gong refers to Cao Ang.

Originally, he didn't care about this young man.

After all, with Cao Cao, Cao Mengde, a middle-aged person, is obviously more mature and has a more stable temperament, and at first glance he looks like the kind of person who is in the top position.

Obviously, among the two, he is the one who gives orders, and the kid next to him is probably his son and nephew.

However, Cao Ang repeatedly spoke, and Cao Cao on the side did not stop him, and at the same time, when talking about transferring the soldiers away, he also mentioned the tone of "I order", which attracted the attention of Chen Gong.

Just to be polite, he asked more.

And Cao Cao, who had already let go of his thoughts of entering the city at this moment, did not show malice in the face of Chen Gong's inquiry, but patted Cao Ang's shoulder next to him happily.

"This is Cao's dog, whose name is Ang, and his name is good, and now he has also been recruited by the imperial court, and he is the captain of the Tiger Colonel, which makes Your Excellency smile."

Originally, it was just a polite reply.

Who knew that after Chen Gong heard this introduction.

The whole person was stunned on the spot.

His eyes widened and his mouth opened slightly.

looked at Cao Ang below in a daze.

"This is true, are you really Cao Ang Cao Zixuan?"

Cao Ang was stunned.

……

Father and son looked at each other.

I felt a little strange about Chen Gong's reaction.

Isn't it just named Cao Ang, the word of the table?

Why did this guy Chen Gong react violently when he heard it, with an expression of disbelief and seeing some legendary character.

After a moment's hesitation.

Cao Ang still gave an affirmative answer.

"I don't know which Cao Ang Cao Zixuan your Excellency is talking about, in short, I am called this name, and this is also the word, my father is the Taishou of Jiyin County, and our father and son came out of Luoyang together to take office in the county."

"Smack!"

Chen Gong slapped the city wall suddenly.

The expression on his face became more and more agitated.

"Yes!"

"Your Excellency is from Luoyang, there should be few people named Cao Zixuan in Luoyang, no matter the time or place, it should be true, the people who have heard it are Ling!"

Cao Ang was even more confused at this time.

I don't think I'm doing anything, am I?

No matter how the reputation has spread here, even Chen Gong is so excited when he hears it.

didn't wait for Cao Ang to ask for a clear understanding.

Chen Gong poked his head out and said, "The two of you will be in the city later!" ”

After finishing speaking, there was a sound of clanging footsteps on the city wall, and from the perspective of the Cao family's father and son, Chen Gong could not be found.

I waited for about half a cup of tea.

There was a sudden commotion at the gates.

"Bang dang!"

With the sound of a pulling and crashing, the dead city gate, which had been closed just now, suddenly opened a gap, and the gap became wider and wider.

until the whole hole is opened.

And that's not all.

After the city gate was opened, the drawbridge that had been pulled up was quickly lowered, revealing a smooth road that could lead directly into the city.

What's the situation?!

After persuading for so long just now, and after many negotiations, Chen Gong insisted on refusing to back down half a step and never open the city gate.

He looked scared to death, for fear that the Cao family father and son would lead an army to loot Zhongmu County, kill people and set fires, and forcibly occupy the county seat.

In the blink of an eye, you are not afraid of anything?

Just because he heard Cao Ang's name and knew that he was from Luoyang, he was completely fearless?

The word Cao Ang is more important than the people in the city who just kept saying it, important enough to pick up trust and open the city gate with vigilance?

That's a bit outrageous, isn't it?

Cao Ang himself is fine.

Cao Cao really didn't understand, but he was shocked!

…………

Just when Cao Cao was frightened.

At the city gate that had just been opened, there was a sound of horses' hooves, and then Chen Gong was seen riding on a fast horse, running towards the two of them at a fast speed.

He didn't bring a soldier to escort him, and he didn't follow his subordinates.

was so alone, going straight to Cao Cao and Cao Ang, and it seemed that he was bold.

"Phew!"

At a distance of a few zhang, Chen Gong hovered his horse, then turned over and dismounted with a neat movement, and rushed to Cao Ang in three or two steps.

Grabbing Cao Ang's arms with both hands, the whole person was full of excitement and said with great eagerness.

"Your Excellency is Cao Ang Cao Zixuan?"

"In front of the hundreds of officials in the court, he turned the tide, supported the majesty of the Han Dynasty, and even did not hesitate to confront Dong Zhuo in court in order to protect the respect of the Queen Mother and the Son of Heaven?"

Cao Ang is enlightened!

He finally understood what had caused Chen Gong's attitude to change so quickly.

It's actually the name of his own Han family loyalty that has spread here!

At the beginning, he was enthusiastic at the court meeting, and resolutely stood up to confront Dong Zhuo's move, but now the benefits have been completely revealed.

As those who experienced this at the beginning continued to spread the news they knew in all directions, Cao Ang's reputation continued to spread far and wide.

Now it has arrived in Zhongmu County!

Even Chen Gong, who is the commander of Zhongmu County, knows that Cao Ang is a loyal and loyal patriot of the Han Dynasty.

Dare to risk his life for the dignity of the Han royal family, and a tyrannical person like Dong Zhuo, a fierce man who has just confronted him.

Oops!

How embarrassing that is!

Presumably, Chen Gong also knew Cao Ang's identity, so he boldly opened the city gate with confidence.

Because in Chen Gong's opinion, it is impossible for a loyal person like himself to lead a group of regular troops to do anything to rob the county seat, so there is no need to worry about the imaginary situation at all.

Tut-tut!

Cao Ang couldn't help but sigh.

The reputation is so useful!

I didn't do anything, I just reported my name and went out, and people's attitudes immediately changed.

Trust was there, vigilance was removed, and suddenly everyone became good friends.

The purpose that took so many words and took so long to achieve was just that after reporting a name, the dilemma was immediately solved.

I don't have to say!

In the future, I Cao Ang will be a hardcore patriot, and whoever dares to say that I am not a Han Zhongliang, I will fight with whom!

…………

Facing Chen Gong's eager attitude.

Cao Ang held it instead.

He immediately put on a calm and breezy appearance, and waved his hand indifferently.

"I've only made a small contribution, and I don't deserve to be praised like that."

"Now that the Han family is in decline and the world is in danger, every Han courtier should be loyal to the country."

"My ancestors ate Hanlu in the last world, and received the emperor's grace in the world, so at this time of crisis, we should stand up and repay the trust and reuse of the heavenly family, what is the way!"

That's what I said.

That's called a righteous awe-inspiring!

That's called an indifferent fame and fortune.

I don't know if others believe it or not, anyway, Chen Gong believed it, and the originally excited expression became ten points.

The face was already full of admiration.

There was a faint reverence and awe in his eyes, and he admired such a man from the bottom of his heart.

The Han family has such loyalty, why not be happy?

Chen Gong immediately arched his hands forward, bent down and bowed to the end, and gave Cao Ang a big gift.

"Recently, I have heard a lot of Cao Zixuan's name, and today I finally saw the true face, such a loyal and upright person, please accept the next worship!"

After being helped up by Cao Ang.

Chen Gong realized that he and the others were talking in front of the city gate at the moment, and slapped his head violently.

Then he said apologetically: "Before, the number of troops was really huge, and I was worried about the safety of the people in the city, so I didn't dare to invite the two of you into the city. ”

"Now that you know that Your Excellency is the unparalleled loyal and righteous Cao Zixuan, there is nothing to worry about, and the troops you lead must be the division of justice!"

"So please bring your family and go into the city with me, and stay at my house tonight, and promise to entertain you thoroughly, and you won't neglect a few distinguished guests!"

It's all so easy.

Chen Gong had no worries.

Directly invite Cao Cao's father and son and the Cao family's family into the city.

Of course, the 2,000-strong army can only be stationed outside the city, after all, such a large army entering the city, even if the military discipline is strict, will cause a certain amount of chaos.

……

Looking at Chen Gong's sincere invitation.

The father and son glanced at each other.

Cao Ang had a slight smile on his face.

"Then excuse me!"

Then Cao Cao turned around on horseback and went back to the place where the troops were resting, and asked his family to follow him into the city.

As for the large army, they can only be aggrieved and stationed at the edge of the city, but fortunately, the closer to the edge of the city, the flatter the terrain, and the beasts are not easy to infest, and there are only three directions to guard against, which is much more comfortable than camping in the wilderness.

Then everyone entered Zhongmu County under the guidance of Chen Gong.

Just when passing through the city gate hole.

Cao Cao looked left and right at the two city gates that were open at this moment, and suddenly felt a little sour in his heart.

……

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