It's the turn of spring and summer.
The scorching sun shines in the sky.
Although summer has not officially entered yet, the weather over the past few days has already shown some signs.
Cao Cao is on horseback now.
His whole body was covered with sweat, and he would shake his collar from time to time. Fortunately, he took off the armor he wore early this morning, otherwise he would have become a cooked meat by now.
What a damn weather!
What if it's midsummer?
Cao Cao raised his head and glanced at the sun above him. After complaining in his heart, he couldn't help but turn his gaze to the rear.
Looking at the mighty team behind him, Cao Cao couldn't help but smile a little.
Especially the box after box of books and tablets that were protected in the central military position and carried on a cart.
This made Cao Cao even more happy.
Just seeing these treasures, Cao Cao felt that the heat all over his body dissipated a lot in an instant, as if he had been poured into a bucket of ice-cold honey water.
Wonderful, really wonderful!
My son is really good at treasure hunting!
When I was chasing Dong Zhuo, I deliberately left my son in Luoyang, which was a right move.
If not for this move.
How could Zixiu discover so many good things before everyone else and take them away smoothly?
Not to mention that Cao Cao himself was a book lover who was proficient in poetry and had high cultural attainments.
Even if he only keeps these books well, he will be able to have great kindness in front of Cai Bozhe in the future. How can it not make him feel very happy?
It's just that there are two more carriages in the team.
Cao Cao was once again puzzled.
Why is it that every time my son goes on a long trip, when he returns home, there are always more carriages in the queue?
Who is in the car this time?
The last time he did this, the carriage was filled with noble people such as the Queen Mother and the Emperor. So, could it be that the people accompanying him this time were the noble people he found somewhere?
Cao Cao didn't quite understand.
He also asked Cao Ang, but got no answer.
The reasons are exactly the same.
Need to keep it secret!
Could it be that the person on the car this time is another being whose identity cannot be revealed at will like before?
Cao Cao, who rarely got any chance of winning in front of his son, simply didn't bother to ask. Anyway, his son would always reveal the secret to him when needed.
…
Under such a mighty march.
The large troops crossed mountains and ridges, passed through villages and towns.
It took a little more time than when we arrived before we finally arrived in Zhongmu County at the height of summer.
At this moment, everyone looked exhausted.
And for those like Cao Cao who have been exposed to the sun for a long time, it is even more visible to the naked eye. After one to two degrees of darkness, Dian Wei turned into a briquette.
Fortunately, Cao Ang was born handsome, with an unusual physique and extraordinary physical fitness, so he was not greatly affected by the sunlight.
After arriving at Zhongmu County.
Everyone rested and washed up all night.
The next morning.
Chen Wang Liu Chong said goodbye to everyone.
As the original host of Zhongmu County, Chen Gong also arranged a banquet under Cao Cao's instructions.
At the banquet.
After three drinks.
Liu Chong stood up, saluted everyone present, and bowed down.
"Everyone, there is no banquet in the world that never ends. Now that we have arrived here, it's time to say goodbye to you all."
"Courtesy words, false words, I won't say much, just say that the mountains are high and the waters are long, see you soon!"
As soon as this statement came out.
Everyone stood up one after another.
He bowed back to Liu Chong.
…
And after toasting each other and drinking.
Liu Chong asked everyone to sit down.
Then he stepped into the field, pacing left and right, and said with some emotion.
"To be honest with you, I joined the coalition forces on this trip. I didn't originally plan to contribute much. I just came here with the idea of muddling along."
"It's just that along the way, I saw people displaced and hiding in the mountains and forests. Countless people were buried beside the bone path. There were starved corpses everywhere, and there were countless innocent people killed by Dong Zhuo."
"Looking at the dilapidated and desolate city, the closer we get to Luoyang, the more deserted villages and houses have been looted."
"Even the Luoyang palaces were burned, the princes' tombs were all excavated, and the people who were forcibly carried away ranged from the emperor to the common people."
"When I think about seeing this, I feel uneasy. I really feel a lot of shame. I just feel that it shouldn't be like this. If I can do my best, maybe the current situation will not be so bad!"
Liu Chong just finished speaking.
Everyone was silent.
The banquet, which originally had a slightly festive atmosphere, now became full of sadness.
Compared to the rest of the Dong Alliance Army.
These people participated in the Chenliu Alliance.
In fact, he still retains some loyalty.
Therefore, I was deeply moved by Liu Chong's words.
We have indeed seen too many tragedies along the way, and the entire Heluo area has been destroyed.
The east of Xingyang County and the northern part of Hanoi County are relatively well-preserved. The counties and towns have not been affected too much, but there are many more refugees who have been dispersed due to the war and Dong Zhuo's raging.
But close to the other half of Luoyang City, even if it is completely destroyed, the ten rooms and nine empty houses are definitely not a lie, and can even be described as a wasteland.
Countless county towns were beaten to pieces due to the fighting between the two armies.
Those that were not affected by the war were ravaged by Dong Zhuo's iron hoof. The extremely vicious Xiliang army didn't care about that and basically looted everything they went.
Killing people and taking money is a common occurrence.
This is because the soldiers from Xiliang came from afar and were not from here, so they did not take the lives of the people in the Heluo area into consideration.
There was also Dong Zhuo's connivance.
How much money can people get out of their pockets?
But he just wants to open up the butcher's knife and plunder them all, stitch by stitch. This is the fundamental reason why Dong Zhuo is despised by others.
In Cao Ang's opinion, Dong Zhuo is destined to die!
And it was precisely because the entire Heluo area was in shreds that no one from all walks of life in the coalition army proposed to stay here.
Otherwise, given the wealth and prosperity of the Heluo area, if they could grab this land, wouldn't it be more comfortable than the place they originally occupied?
…
Just when everyone has mixed feelings.
I heard Liu Chong continue talking.
"After seeing these tragic scenes, I thought about fighting hard, even to the last soldier, to kill evil thieves like Dong Zhuo and restore peace to the world."
"It's a pity that there are too many people in the coalition forces who have the same idea as I did before. It's simply not enough for me and Brother Mengde to make it happen."
"At this moment, it's too late to regret!"
"It's so sad!"
to be honest.
Cao Cao and others did not blame him.
Even though he knew that the prince had not done much work in the early stage, he had not done much practical work.
But at least along the way, he unconditionally supported the various resolutions of the Cao family and his son, helping the Cao family and his son expand their voice in the entire coalition.
And to be able to suddenly wake up in the second half of the journey is already much better than others.
Therefore, Liu Chong's lamentable words just came out.
Cao Cao stood up on his own initiative, came to him quickly, and said comfortingly.
"Your Highness, there is no need to blame yourself. The hearts of the coalition forces are scattered, and people from all walks of life have different thoughts. It is destined to lead to today's situation."
"Instead of dwelling on the past, it is better to look to the future and ask Your Highness to rest and recuperate after returning to Chen Kingdom, continue to recruit troops, train soldiers, accumulate strength, and secretly accumulate strength."
"When the opportunity comes in the future, you may still need His Highness's help!"
In a few words.
Liu Chong's eyes suddenly lit up.
Now he is uncharacteristically different. He no longer thinks about passive self-protection, but wants to actively contribute.
Therefore, after hearing Cao Cao's words with some hints, Liu Chong was immediately excited.
Say nothing.
He cupped his hands and fists towards Cao Cao.
"Everyone who swore an oath in Chen Liumeng was a loyal person, especially Meng De. You and your son are unparalleled in their loyalty, which makes me admire them endlessly."
"Although I have returned to Chen State this trip, it does not mean that we have lost contact with everyone. On the contrary, we should help each other and watch each other."
"If I find any use in the future, all you need to do is write a letter and send someone to tell me. Even if it's thousands of miles away, I will lead my troops there, or even if there are thousands of difficulties and dangers, I will never back down!"
These words were spoken with great audacity.
Impassioned!
It can be regarded as a solemn promise made by him as King Chen.
Although he has not been included in the Cao family's group power, he is already equivalent to a solid and reliable ally who can be effective as long as he is contacted.
Everyone heard this.
They couldn't help but get up one after another.
Raise your glass and be amazed!
…
After the feast.
Chen Wang Liu Chong parted ways with everyone.
He led thousands of soldiers under his command to the state of Chen.
And after this separation.
Next, the entire large force was separated one after another. After arriving at Chenliu County, Zhang Miao of course separated from the team.
As for Zhang Chao, because Guangling County was too far away and it would take a long time to go back and forth, he simply led his troops to stay in Chenliu County and stayed with his brother for a while.
Be prepared to see what happens next and then make plans.
And the last person along the way was Bao Xin.
It didn't matter whether he returned to Jibei or not, but after Cao Cao informed him of his grand strategy, Bao Xin made a resolute decision to return to Jibei and Mount Tai to continue recruiting troops.
This person is a die-hard fan of Cao Cao.
Before Lao Cao became successful, he firmly supported Cao Cao and felt that he could definitely do it.
Therefore, Cao Cao's strategy was revealed.
Bao Xin decided to fully support it.
No matter what, the number of thousands of soldiers must be doubled, or even the more the better.
Otherwise, how could you accompany Meng De in his career?
After doing this several times.
The originally huge team now only consisted of the father and son, with a total of more than 7,000 troops.
After a long journey.
Finally arrived at Dingtao County, Jiyin County.
…
Looking at the familiar city wall in front of me.
Cao Cao, who was sitting on the horse, couldn't help but sigh with emotion.
finally arrived at home!
Although the time he stayed in this so-called home was not as long as the time he spent wandering outside, it was still somewhat his own territory.
When I thought of joining the coalition forces on this trip, I responded to the call from the end of the year and sent troops to Chenliu. It has been until now that it is midsummer, and it will be half a year in more than a month.
Cao Cao was filled with emotions.
It's a pity that this trip was not a complete success, and the most important purpose was not achieved. Otherwise, it would be wandering outside for a longer time, and there is nothing unacceptable about that.
And similar to Cao Cao.
Cao Ang was also eager to return home.
The difficult conditions along the way were only secondary. The most important thing was that this military life was too lonely.
Chan'er, the Queen Mother's baby, and Yin Shi can only stay at home and cannot go out with the army.
What kind of torture is this to Cao Ang?
Without polishing it.
His weapons are almost dull!
"Ang'er, let's go to the city, arrange things, and have a good rest tonight."
After nodding to his father.
Cao Ang immediately took over the command of the army and asked Zhang Liao, Xia Houyuan and others to take the army to the military camp for repairs and garrisoning. Then he gave the soldiers a few days' leave to relax their bodies and minds.
He himself took Xu Jing, Xun You and others into the city and first arranged accommodation for them.
After that, it was necessary to arrange for Xun Yu and Xun You, the uncle and nephew, to meet and rekindle their old friendship.
Although the relationship between the uncle and nephew is not particularly close, it is exciting to meet their blood relatives in such a slightly unfamiliar place.
In the hall at this moment.
Looking at the two people chatting passionately, Cao Ang showed a look of relief on his face.
And when he heard Xun Yu's words, he would praise himself one or two words from time to time, and the look of relief on Cao Ang's face became more intense.
Xun Wenruo is still a loyal person!
It can be considered that he has paid a lot for the Cao family.
In this crusade against Dong Zhuo, the reason why the father and son were able to lead their soldiers without any worries was precisely because Xun Yu was stationed at the rear.
He arranged everything.
Logistics and government affairs are all in good order.
Production and people's livelihood are all not a problem.
If not.
Most of the time, one of the father and son will have to stay, so it won't be as convenient as it is now.
Cao Ang was now even more grateful for his move to recruit Xun Yu in advance. It was really wise!
…………
Everything big and small is arranged properly.
It also took more than half an hour.
At this moment, in front of the Cao family's house, Cao Ang looked at two beauties, one on the left and one on the right. The one on the left was tall and quiet, as if she were a lady walking out of a poem. The one on the right was cute and lively, and her movements were full of agility and innocence.
A smile couldn't help but appear on his face.
This life is so beautiful!
"Zhao Ji, now my father and I may not stay in Dingtao County for long before this official position will change."
"Therefore, it is not convenient to arrange a special place to store the books. I can only put them in my house for the time being. Therefore, I would like to aggrieve you and live in my house for a while. What do you think?"
Excuses, these are all excuses!
Cao Ang just wanted Cai Yan to live in his home. Once he formed a habit, he would not change it easily in the future.
But Cai Yan obviously didn't think anything was wrong.
He nodded happily immediately.
Then Cao Ang turned his head to Dong Bai.
…………
For Dong Bai.
Cao Ang actually felt a bit tricky.
Mainly because of her character and origin, Cao Ang was a little unsure about whether she could maintain a peaceful coexistence with other people in his own backyard.
I have a somewhat tsundere personality, and arrogance accounts for a large part of it. Jiao is unique when facing yourself.
In addition, Dong Zhuo is also a domineering person. Even if he is not affected by him, he will still be affected by it subconsciously.
So Cao Ang is worried that Dong Bai will conflict with Diao Chan. If there is someone in his back house who can control the situation, then there is nothing to worry about. Diao Chan can't stand Dong Bai.
That won't be easy.
Not only let them live in peace and smile at each other, but at least keep the conflict within a certain limit, even if it is superficially friendly.
After many thoughts passed away in a blink of an eye.
Cao Ang lowered his head.
He leaned close to Dong Bai's ear and whispered to her: "Xiao Bai, Sister Zhaoji is a guest, so I won't say anything to her."
"But you are my family and one of my own, so I want to warn you one more thing. Don't lose your etiquette when you enter the door later!"
Dong Bai rolled his eyes at Cao Ang.
On normal days, if Cao Ang told her such things, she would definitely be a little unhappy.
But the words "family" in Cao Ang's words just now actually meant that the eldest lady was a little elated, so she didn't care about the details.
"I know, I know, I am gentle and lovely, are you still worried that I am rude?"
After saying that, he took Cao Ang and went to the mansion.
…
That night.
In the bedroom.
Diao Chan, who was wearing a bright red palace dress, was taking off the beaded and jade hairpins on her head, and at the same time, she was cleaning off the rouge on her lips and the makeup between her eyebrows.
After a rather tedious process.
Only then did he change his formal clothes into pajamas.
During the whole process, Cao Ang was leaning on the soft couch, watching with interest.
For a naturally beautiful woman like Diao Chan, applying makeup and powder only slightly adds color. Watching her remove makeup is also a pleasure. She looks stunning before and after makeup.
It was already after dinner.
Dong Bai and Cai Yan have also been arranged to different places.
Just thinking about today, when the two girls first met.
When Dong Bai saw Diao Chan for the first time, he ran over excitedly. "Sister, eldest sister, eldest sister, short sister," Cao Ang couldn't help but smile.
What a waste of worry!
Who knew that the eldest lady had such a temper hidden under her arrogant character.
As a woman, she was actually impressed by Diao Chan's beauty and generosity.
Not only did there not be the embarrassing scene that Cao Ang expected, but it was actually surprisingly harmonious.
It can be considered a kind of luck.
…
And after Diao Chan changed into pajamas.
Turning around, he saw Cao Ang with a smile on his face. He couldn't help but walked forward with some curiosity, and snuggled up to Cao Ang's side.
He asked with some confusion: "Husband, what are you laughing at?"
Of course it is impossible for Cao Ang to expose Dong Bai's background.
So he just said casually: "I thought that when you greeted me in the front yard today, you saw Miss Zhaoji and called her sister. At that time, Zhaoji was so shy and her cheeks were flushed, and I was a little overjoyed."
Hear this.
Diao Chan couldn't help but slapped Cao Ang angrily.
Then he said with some embarrassment: "My husband didn't send anyone to inform me in advance, and I didn't know that Miss Zhaoji was a guest in my house. Naturally, I thought she was another concubine that my husband took into my house."
"Besides, from my point of view, Miss Zhaoji's beautiful face looks like something out of a poetry book. How can your husband hold it back?"
"Sooner or later, sisters must be worthy of each other!"
The words just fell.
Cao Ang's eyes suddenly widened.
He put his hand around Diao Chan's waist, and with a gentle pull, he pulled her whole body to lie on top of him, with her legs straddling his lap.
"Good girl, let me tell you how I feel that Feng Ping has been victimized recently. It turns out that you are ruining my reputation. How can I, your husband, be such a person?"
"It is impossible for an upright gentleman like me to be attracted to her just because of her beauty."
"If Miss Zhaoji really comes into my back house one day, it will be because she and I have similar interests. I prefer poems, books, scriptures, calligraphy and music, not because she is good-looking!"
That's what I said.
Diao Chan suddenly giggled non-stop.
I just think Cao Ang is extremely humorous and interesting.
Regarding the matter of Cao Ang taking a concubine, Diao Chan herself had no resistance at all, because she was also a concubine herself.
If there is a wife in the future, it will be a headache for the eldest wife and has nothing to do with her.
Although there will be more people in the back house, the time and emotion that Cao Ang will share will become thin. But Cao Ang was actually very kind to her.
Diao Chan had nothing to be dissatisfied with.
Therefore, Diao Chan was able to have a very stable mentality and talk about Dong Bai and Cai Zhaoji with a smile.
…
After teasing for a while.
Diao Chan suddenly thought of something and hurriedly asked Cao Ang: "Husband, Xiaobai is new to the family now, and I am wondering if I should give her some rituals."
"Although she is also your husband's concubine, in this way, it can also show how much you, your husband, value her."
From the day Cao Ang led his troops to attack Dong Zhuo, it was basically impossible for Dong Bai, Dong Zhuo's granddaughter, to become Cao Ang's wife. Therefore, what is discussed here is also the concubine ceremony.
After Cao Ang heard Diao Chan's proposal.
First he was stunned.
Then he couldn't help but nodded, feeling emotional.
She is indeed a good wife!
He couldn't help but lightly tickle Diao Chan's small and exquisite nose, and then said warmly: "She really needs to be given a ceremony."
"It's just that we have just returned now. Let's take care of it in our own house a few days later. There is no need to make a big scene."
Diao Chan silently wrote it down.
Before she could respond.
I heard Cao Ang say in my ears: "Speaking of Chan'er, when you first came in, I seemed to have missed a ceremony for you. It was really my husband's fault!"
"Maybe take some time and make up for your ceremony first. What do you think?"
Diao Chan felt faintly moved in her heart.
But she shook her head.
"My husband was able to bring me out of Situ's mansion with high walls and deep courtyard, and to be so kind and honorable to me is already a great favor."
"This so-called ceremony is just to calm Xiaobai's heart, and the concubine is not necessary at all."
…
Speaking of which.
Diao Chan put her hands around Cao Ang's neck.
After twisting on his body, Cao Ang suddenly felt like he was sinking into the warm fragrant jade with his legs that were full of elasticity and as smooth as gelatin.
Seeing the waves in Diao Chan's eyes, it was like spring water in a river, and the affection was so thick that it seemed to overflow her eyes.
And a faint blush quietly appeared, from the cheeks to the roots of the ears, they were inadvertently dyed with an ambiguous pink color.
In addition, although the rouge has been wiped off, her red lips are still as pink as a peach. They are slightly pursed at the moment, as if they are waiting for something.
Cao Ang was stunned and couldn't say a word.
No need for him to say it.
Diao Chan looked directly into his face, her voice was full of coquettishness, and she exhaled like a blue breath: "I just said the wrong thing, I still need a ceremony."
"It's just that we don't have to wait to choose a date. Tonight is a great time to hold the ceremony. Why don't you use the killing stick to torture me severely?"
As Diao Chan's words fell.
The already loose red gauze nightgown slipped off quietly at this moment, revealing a large area of snow-white and delicate skin below the neck.
If only Cao Ang could still sit still.
Then he can become a saint immediately.
Say nothing.
Cao Ang immediately put his arms around Diao Chan's slender waist, turned around and put her on the couch.
"That makes sense!"
"You're such a savage woman. You ruined my reputation before. Now you've been punished for several crimes. You must be tortured severely!"
The candle went out.
The room fell into darkness.
Then the room was filled with fragrance.
Cicadas chirped.
…
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(End of chapter)
