Chen Cang, the government office.

In the hall, Ma Chao sighed for a long time, and his face was sad.

He never imagined that in just one or two years, he would be forced into such a dangerous situation. When the soldiers entered Hanzhong last year, when they wanted to build a foundation, they unexpectedly killed Zhang Fei, Han Sui died in battle, and he had no choice but to retreat.

Hanzhong was unremarkable, and took the opportunity of Han Sui's death to take advantage of Cao Cao's southern expedition to fight for Longyou. Unexpectedly, Yan Xing and Cheng Gongying had already colluded with Cao Cao, united with Wei Kang and Yang Fu, and stubbornly resisted themselves.

At the same time as the troops entered Longyou, Xiahou Yuan led the army to raid Guanzhong, and Cao Cao withdrew his troops from Jiangxia and entered Guanzhong by Wuguan Road.

In this way, there were enemies in front and behind, and he was defeated in Weishui, trapped in Chencang, and his life was short!

When Ma Chao was thinking about the way out, the attendant entered the hall and said, "General, Cheng Gongying, Han Sui's old department, asked to see him outside the city, and said that he would solve problems for the general. ”

"Problem-solving?"

Hearing this, Ma Chao sneered, if Cheng Gongying hadn't made trouble with Yan Xing, it is estimated that he would have won Longyou a long time ago.

Ma Chao thought for a while, took off the saber from his waist, put it on the desk, and said in a deep voice: "Let him come in!" ”

"No!"

After half a ring, Cheng Gongying entered the hall in Confucian clothes, saw Ma Chao sitting on the chair with a displeased face, and deliberately placed the sword on the desk, with obvious intentions.

Knowing this, Cheng Gongying bowed his hand to Ma Chao and greeted: "Ying has seen the general, but I haven't seen him for a few months, I don't know how I'm doing?" ”

Ma Chao's face sank, and he said, "If you didn't give advice to Cao Thief, would I be defeated?" ”

Cheng Gongying's expression was indifferent, and he said, "Does the general think that without Ying, he can defeat Cao Gong?" ”

Saying that, Cheng Gongying paced slightly and said: "There are many strategists under Cao Gong's account, such as Liangzhou Sergeant Jia Wenhe, Hongnong Yang Dezu, Hanoi Sage Sima Zhongda, etc., all of whom are above Ying. Without Ying's advice, the general didn't think he would be able to defeat Cao Gong? ”

Ma Chao's face was not angry, but he also continued to dwell on this topic.

He is not a dull person, how can he not know that it is difficult to defeat Cao Cao with the Guanzhong coalition army, and it is not easy to repel Cao Cao. The corruption of the current situation is not the cause of Cheng Gongying alone.

At this time, he was most annoyed that Liu Zhang was incompetent, and he beat Zhang Lu, which had something to do with him, and he had to lead Zhang Fei into Hanzhong, destroying his plan to take Hanzhong and sweep Longyou.

"Berger entered the city, I don't know why?" Ma Chao stared at Cheng Gongying and asked in a muffled voice.

"Ying should be a lobbyist for Cao Gong on this trip!" Cheng Gongying said.

Ma Chao put his hand on the hilt of the sword and said in a cold voice: "Bergie Mo thinks that he is a super friend, so I don't dare to kill you!" ”

Cheng Gongying bowed his hand to Ma Chao and said with a smile: "If Meng Qi thinks that killing Ying will solve the problem of Chen Cang's soldiers." Ying doesn't need to say much, Meng Qi can vent his anger! ”

Saying that, Cheng Gongying stroked his beard and smiled, and said: "I'm afraid that after the general kills the British, he will also go to the UK and see each other under the Nine Shadows in the near future." ”

Seeing Cheng Gongying like this, Ma Chao couldn't help laughing out loud and said, "Berger is worthy of being my Kansai sergeant." ”

As soon as his tone changed, Ma Chao sighed and said, "If I had the assistance of you, how could I be here now." And thank you for your words to save my father's life. ”

Cheng Gongying moved a chair and sat beside Ma Chao, and said: "Meng Qi and Ying are both from Guanxi, and Ma Gong has won many hearts in the western soil, how dare he not speak well for his father." It's not too late for Meng Qi to listen to Yingzhi's words today! ”

Ma Chao raised his hand slightly and said, "Please speak carefully!" ”

Cheng Gongying's face was slightly straight, and he said: "Meng Qi is a general in Guanxi, brave and brave in the world, and has the ability of Yingbu and Peng Yue. In terms of Yingzhi, the general's soldiers are slightly comparable to Jing Chu Huo Jun, and now he has not developed his ambition, and he is trapped and died in the small city of Chencang, is it a pity! ”

Then, Cheng Gongying analyzed Ma Chao and said: "Of course, with the unstoppable courage of the general, you can lead the sergeant to kill Chen Cang and run elsewhere. However, the world is so big, I don't know where the general can go? ”

"Liu Zhang or Liu Bei?"

Seeing that Ma Chao was silent, Cheng Gongying smiled and said: "Liu Zhang, although he is sitting in Bashu, but now he is besieged by Liu Bei, and he can't protect himself, wouldn't it be a pity for the general to vote for it!" ”

"Liu Bei, although he sat in the south and thought he was benevolent, he betrayed Liu Zhang and betrayed his promise. If the general leaves Liu Bei, there will be no soldiers in the army, and he will be defeated by Zhang Fei, how can Liu Bei treat you? With Yingguanzhi, but respect as the old turtle on the beam, with honor, An will be reused? ”

Cheng Gongying reminded: "With all due respect, if the general leaves, Huaili's wife and concubines, and Yecheng's father and brother will not be able to protect it." When the world is big, I am afraid that there is no place for generals. ”

Saying that, Cheng Gongying was meaningful, and said: "Shi Guan Zhong admonished Qi Huan Gong and said: 'People's affection is not to love their son. How can the forbearance of his son be in the king? 'If a general wants to show his ambitions, he must not do such a thing, which is contrary to human etiquette. ”

"Smack!"

Ma Chao got up, angry, pointed his finger into Gongying, and said angrily: "Parents Yu Chao have the grace of nurturing, why did you insult me like this?" ”

After speaking, Ma Chao was about to take the sword on the case, as if he wanted to behead Cheng Gongying, who insulted him.

Seeing this, Cheng Gongying hurriedly pressed Ma Chao's hand, apologized again and again, and said: "Ying didn't mean that, I hope the general will forgive me." It is only for the general to worry about the future and the future for the general. ”

Ma Chao, who was 'furious', saw Cheng Gongying apologizing to him, snorted coldly, and said: "If Berger insults me again, Hugh will be rude." ”

Cheng Gongying took Ma Chao's hand and said with a smile: "Meng Qi has the ability of Yingbu and Peng Yue, and in today's troubled times, he should be able to make great achievements." Cao Gonghu was in the Central Plains, looking down on Wu Chu, why didn't Meng Qi surrender. In this way, it can not only ensure the safety of the family, but also show their talents in the world. ”

"This~"

Seeing Ma Chao's hesitation, Cheng Gongying said, "Can Meng Qi hear Zang Ba?" ”

"I've heard a little!" Ma Chao replied.

Cheng Gongying stroked his beard and said: "Gong Cao is open-minded, Quasi Zangba sits in Xuzhou, and all generals have the duty of guarding. Zang Ba was ordered by Cao Gong to conquer, but he could also govern the army and civilians under his account, and pay taxes and money for himself. Although there is no name of princes, there are real princes. With Meng Qi's talent, Cao Gong will entrust the West with important responsibilities. ”

"Listening to your heartfelt words, it is like seeing the sun through the clouds, and the mouth suddenly opens."

Ma Chao held Cheng Gongying's hand and said hesitantly: "It's just that Cao Gong has repeatedly violated the military might, and now he has fallen because of poverty, I'm afraid that Cao Gong won't be able to accept it!" ”

Cheng Gongying patted the back of Ma Chao's hand and said comfortingly: "Cao Gonghai embraces all rivers, and the revenge of Zhang Xiu and Jia Xu for killing their sons and nephews in the past is still tolerable. How can the general not be allowed to raise troops to make a chaotic move now, and why should Meng Qi be worried? ”

In order to let Ma Chao surrender, Cheng Gongying threw the final blow and said: "Cao Gongyan, if Meng Qi can surrender, he can be appointed as the assassin of Yizhou, General Zhenwu, and Marquis Chen Cang with the ability of the king." The soldiers and horses are self-led, temporarily tun huaili, and are the wings of the country. ”

Seeing Cao Cao treating himself so well, Ma Chao was overjoyed, and said: "Brother Lao asks Brother Bojie to return to Cao Gong, make preparations for Chao slightly, and lead his troops to surrender tomorrow." ”

Cheng Gongying said with a smile: "Tomorrow Ying is waiting for Meng Qi outside the city!" ”

"Walk slowly!"

Ma Chaoxiao sent Cheng Gongying out of the account.

After Cheng Gongying left, the smile on Ma Chao's face faded, and he could only sigh.

Don't look at Ma Chao's anger just now, but in order to cover up the panic in his heart, Cheng Gongying's words really poked his lungs.

Ma Dai walked over with his armor and sword, and asked, "Brother, will you return to Duke Cao tomorrow?" ”

Ma Chao sighed and said, "The matter is so urgent, what can you do if you don't descend to Cao Gong?" ”

"In that case, my brother will prepare for the surrender."

"Good!"

Looking at Ma Dai's back, Ma Chao's hand held the hilt of the sword, and his gaze became more and more sharp.

"Can the eldest husband live under the people for a long time?"

Suddenly, Ma Chao laughed loudly, which made the attendants on the left and right unconscious.

Outside the city, Cao Ying's big tent.

Cao Cao lay on the bed, covered with a brocade quilt, tied with a scarf on his head, and was tormented by the pain of the head wind.

"Prime Minister, Cheng Gong's army division will return to the camp, and Yan Ma Chao will leave the city tomorrow and surrender!" Sima Yi entered the account and announced.

"The horses have returned?"

Cao Cao got up from the couch and asked in surprise.

"Exactly!" Sima Yi said: "Ma Chao will leave the city tomorrow and surrender!" ”

"Haha!"

Cao Cao put on his shoes, laughed a few times, and said, "Lonely horses, Guanxi!" ”

"The benefits of Berger's tongue can be worth 100,000 male soldiers!"

Looking at the excited Cao Cao, Sima Yi said worriedly: "Ma Chao is unruly, and now he will surrender, I am afraid that he will be poor because of the situation." I hope that the prime minister will be careful not to let the horses cause trouble again. ”

Cao Cao waved his hand, full of confidence, and said, "How is Ma Er better than Lu Bu?" In the past, he wanted to collect Lu Bu, but his strength was not good, so he did not dare to accept it. Today, if Lu Bu asks him to surrender, Lone will accept it, and he will be the precursor to the Lone Enemy. ”

"The prime minister is sick, take more rest!" The squire reminded.

"Huh!"

Cao Cao touched his head and said with a smile: "The horse has surrendered, and the head is gone!" ”

Restraining his excited expression, Cao Cao commanded: "Ma Chao surrendered, but he couldn't be unprepared, let the sergeant be on guard tomorrow to prevent the horse from cheating." ”

"No!" Sima Yi retreated.

Cao Cao looked at Xu Zhu, who was guarding the side, and said, "Zhong Kang, tomorrow you will be with you!" ”

"No!"

Xu Chu raised his hand from the hilt of the sword, arched his hand and said: "Please rest assured, Chu should lead the tiger guards to protect the prime minister's left and right." ”

——

The next day, Cao Cao lined up outside the city of Chencang, the musicians played triumphant songs, the drummers beat heavy drums, the flags covered the sky, and the troops were pressing.

The gate of Chen Cang City was opened, and Ma Chao rode at the moment, wearing a beige brocade robe, wearing a long jade, and wearing a long sword at his waist, which was the appearance of a noble general. Cheng Yin, Ma Dai, Pang De, Pang Rou and others will follow closely behind Ma Chao, and they are also robes and armorless.

After the horse galloped for several miles, Cao Cao drove out in a car, and Xu Chu led the tiger guard to accompany the guard.

Ten steps away, Ma Chao led everyone to dismount, and praised: "The sinner Ma Chao doesn't know the power of the prime minister's army, and he raised troops to make chaos. ”

Cao Cao held his small belly, got off the car, helped Ma Chao up, and said with a smile: "Meng Qi's army is a last resort, how can you be alone?" ”

Then, Cao Cao held Ma Chao's hand and said: "Lone and the monarch are familiar with each other, and there are many conversations when they are in Yecheng. Every time Meng Qi said, Shou Cheng was full of praise, but Lone didn't think so. ”

"However, during the battle of Weishui in the past, Lone was defeated by Qing, so he said to the left and right that he should give birth to a son like Meng Qi. So far, compared with the monarch's father, Lone is more than superior, but only inferior to Meng Qi. ”

"If you are lonely, why should the world be unhappy?"

"Haha!"

Under such words, Ma Chao smiled and said: "I am willing to be the prime minister's forerunner and prosper the world." ”

As he spoke, Ma Chao saw the man on Cao Cao's side, his eyes were firmly focused on him, and his hand was pressed on the halberd, as if he had misbehaved, and he was about to do it.

"Prime Minister, this tiger and bear man, I don't know if it's a tiger marquis?"

Cao Cao took advantage of the situation and said with a smile: "It is the Lonely Tiger Marquis!" ”

"It's really worthy of the name of the Tiger Marquis!"

Ma Chao suddenly became nervous, and his hands did not dare to move, lest Xu Chu misunderstand himself. After all, he surrendered this time, but he didn't wear armor, just to show Cao Cao his 'loyalty'.

Cao Cao took Ma Chao's hand, glanced at the generals under Ma Chao's account, and asked in admiration: "There are many tigers and wolves in Guanxi, and now I see the generals under Meng Qi's account, and I am alone!" ”

"Ran Gu heard that Meng Qi's account Pang Lingming was brave and unusual, I don't know where it is?"

"Prime Minister, Ling Ming is there!" Ma Chao pointed.

Cao Cao looked Pang De up and down, and said with satisfaction: "It is worthy of being the general of Hedong to cut Guo Yuan, burly and majestic." ”

Then, Cao Cao tested Ma Chao and asked: "Lonely and loving Ling Ming, I don't know if Meng Qi is willing to give up?" ”

Ma Chao's face changed slightly, but because of the situation, he didn't dare to attack, so he could only smile: "The general school of Chao, that is, the general school of the prime minister, what words to say." ”

"Haha!"

Cao Cao patted Ma Chao's shoulder and said with satisfaction: "A gentleman doesn't take the favor of others, so he should keep it for himself." ”

"Go with the lonely!"

Cao Cao boarded the carriage and motioned for Ma Chao to drive in the same car.

Ma Chao saw Xu Chu glaring at him, bowed his head and said, "The prime minister is noble, how dare Chao dare to drive with Cheng." ”

"Nothing!"

Cao Cao glanced at Xu Chu and said with a smile: "Meng Qi and get in the car." ”

"No!"

Ma Chao listened to Cao Cao's words and boarded the car.

Boarding the car, Cao Cao propped his hands on the railing, casually, and asked: "Huo Jun is making trouble with Jianghuai, and he wants to conquer it, I don't know if he wants to do it?" ”

Ma Chao caught a glimpse of Xu Chu and the surrounding tigers staring at him, and said respectfully: "Super self-deserved, super willing to start the Guanxi soldiers and horses, and follow the prime minister to the south to conquer Jianghuai!" ”

The corners of Cao Cao's mouth rose and said: "Qing has the intention of serving the country, and he is very relieved." However, the soldiers and horses in the west of the country do not know the geography of Jianghuai, and they can stay in Huaili in the Tunguan Pass. Meng Qi can follow Gu to Xuchang, meet with the monarch's father, and then follow Gu Nan to patrol Jianghuai. ”

Ma Chao was worried that the soldiers and horses would be swallowed, and once he went to Xuchang, it was difficult to return to Guanzhong, and he secretly complained bitterly.

"Huh?"

Cao Cao narrowed his eyes slightly, pointed at the sergeant in the array, and said, "Meng Qi, the soldiers and horses under the lonely tent, are they majestic?" ”

"It's majestic!"

Ma Chao reacted and praised and said: "The soldiers under the prime minister's account are not inferior to the soldiers of Guanxi, the soldiers and horses are strong, and the generals are brave. ”

"I wonder what Meng Qigang is thinking?" Cao Cao asked.

Ma Chao wiped his sweat and said: "Prime Minister Qiqi, I haven't seen my father and two younger brothers for a long time, and I am worried about it in my heart, and it is when I remember the original separation. ”

After a pause, Ma Chao arched his hand and said: "I am appreciated by the prime minister, and I am willing to follow the prime minister to the south to tour Jianghuai." However, who will lead the troops and horses under the overaccount? ”

Perhaps satisfied with Ma Chao's behavior, Cao Cao waved his hand and said, "Gu Jiyan is self-controlled, and there is no need to report this matter." ”

Ma Chao groaned for a while and said: "In this case, Chao let his younger brother Ma Dai temporarily take over, I don't know what the prime minister thinks?" ”

"You Qing self-determination!"

Cao Cao had a smile on his face, he really didn't care about this matter.

He had already appointed Xiahou Yuantun to garrison Chang'an to pacify the land of Longyou. He took Ma Chao away in order to let Xiahou Yuan take this opportunity to subdue the Longyou forces.

Brothers who have objections, you can go and re-read the Xia Jiang pair, I wrote out all the ideas of the Northern Expedition.

(End of chapter)