With Cao Ang's greeting.
Zhen Mi was hiding by the door and peeking her head in. After hesitating for a few seconds, she still chose to muster up the courage, held up her little skirt, and ran in quickly.
Originally, he planned to quickly hide behind his sister as usual.
She just raised her head and met the encouraging eyes of her sister Zhen Jiang. After thinking for a moment, Zhen Mi stopped her steps.
Then he took small steps and came to Cao Ang nimbly, and then bowed in a decent manner.
"Mi has seen the general!"
Her voice was full of childishness and cuteness, but the words that came out of her mouth seemed extremely mature and formal.
Two completely different meanings come together.
Full of complex and contradictory senses.
Cao Ang didn't like this feeling very much.
An eight-year-old girl behaves the same as her teenage sister, which doesn't seem to be a good thing.
So after a little pause.
Cao Ang pretended to sigh.
"well!"
"How long has it been since Quliang County? I didn't expect that we became unfamiliar with it all of a sudden."
"Brother, we made a promise, but now he's become a general again. Ah Mi is so used to hurting people's hearts!"
No matter how mature Zhen Mi behaves.
There is also a lot of imitation in it.
Her nature is still based on that of an eight-year-old girl.
Therefore, facing Cao Ang, a master who knows this way, how can he resist?
Especially what Cao Ang said is right.
After experiencing the so-called lady incident in Quliang County, she and Cao Ang were still somewhat close, and they were indeed called "brother".
This time, it was retreat instead of advance.
Therefore, Cao Ang's slightly complaining words made Zhen Mi feel a little embarrassed.
…
"Brother!"
After hesitating for a moment.
Zhen Mi finally chose to follow her own heart, raised her head, looked up at her delicate little face, and called out to Cao Ang in a charming and innocent manner.
"That's right!"
Cao Ang agreed happily.
I habitually want to pinch the little face in front of me.
But just as she raised her hand, it suddenly occurred to her that this little girl really didn't like others doing this, as it undermined her demeanor as a "lady".
So I put it down quickly.
But what Cao Ang never expected was.
At this moment, Zhen Mi covered her face with her hands, covering up her fair and round face.
Then the muttering voice reached Cao Ang's ears through the gap between his fingers.
"As long as you don't pinch your face, it'll be fine!"
After being stunned for several seconds.
Cao Ang tentatively put his hand on Zhen Mi's little head, avoiding the two buns on the left and right, and gently touched the soft hair in the middle twice.
Suddenly.
Zhen Mi seemed to have been absorbed by her soul.
The whole person narrowed his eyes slightly, like a docile and cute cat being tickled by its owner.
Cao Ang: "Awei is dead!"
…
Maybe there was a sister watching from the side.
Zhen Mi was embarrassed to have her head touched by Cao Ang all the time.
Therefore, after two smooth moves, the little girl took two steps back and stopped Cao Ang's next move.
Naturally, Cao Ang would not force this.
On the contrary, the topic was switched very smoothly.
Pointing to a scroll of letters carried by Zhen Mi, he asked, "What is Ah Mi studying?"
I heard Cao Ang mention this.
Zhen Mi held up the bamboo slips with both hands.
And the second half was a statement, half a complaint: "It's "Cangjie Chapter". My sister said that as a person of my age, I should know more words."
"But this article is too difficult. Except for the first two chapters, which I can read fluently, I have to ask questions to read each subsequent chapter."
"It makes me exhausted!"
The so-called Cangjie Pian was compiled during the Qin and Han Dynasties and was used to enlighten children in literacy.
It was pioneered by Qin Xiang Li Si.
After successive revisions by Yang Xiong, Ban Chao, Jia Li and others, it was considered a very mature and high-level enlightenment book during the Han Dynasty.
And that’s why it’s called advanced.
It is precisely because there are so many rare words in it.
The first two chapters were okay, but starting from the second half of the third chapter, the difficulty increased exponentially.
Even if Cao Ang was asked to admit it at this stage, he would not dare to pat his chest, and he was sure that he could pass a few levels.
…
So Zhen Mi said this.
Cao Ang then smiled and reassured her: "It is right for my daughter's family to be more literate and read more books."
"However, studying is not something that can be accomplished in a day. It relies on the accumulation of time and effort. It cannot be accomplished overnight, so there is no need to work too hard every day."
"I will make a decision today and give you half a day off. You will read again tomorrow. Now go play!"
A look of surprise flashed across Zhen Mi's face, but out of caution, she still looked back at Zhen Jiang.
After seeing my sister nodding in approval.
Only then did Zhen Mi cheer.
Then he said to the two of them in a sweet voice: "Thank you, brother, and thank you sister, you are so kind!"
After the voice fell.
Zhen Mi ran out quickly, jumping up and down like a happy kitten.
Looking at Zhen Mi's retreating back.
Cao Ang couldn't help but smile and shook his head.
After this back and forth, this little girl should be able to become a lot closer and warmer next time she sees her.
At the moment when Cao Ang's thoughts were racing.
Suddenly, Zhen Jiang's warm voice was heard in his ears, like spring water flowing quietly in a river.
"The general seems to like Mi very much!"
…
"indeed so!"
Cao Ang nodded unabashedly.
But facing Zhen Jiang's gaze.
Cao Ang still explained a few words.
"I am the eldest son in the family, and I also have a sister from the same mother. When I see Ah Mi, I feel like I saw that little girl before."
"So it's inevitable that I will be a little more pampered."
Zhen Jiang nodded slightly in understanding.
She said this naturally not because she had any doubts about Cao Ang. On the contrary, Cao Ang loved his sister. This incident itself was good news for the family.
So after chatting for a few words.
Zhen Jiang ignored this matter.
Instead, he bowed slightly to Cao Ang and asked with a little doubt.
"Please forgive me for being presumptuous. I wonder if the general is here this time, but what are your orders?"
Cao Ang shook his head.
While slightly arching his hand towards Zhen Jiang.
"There's no such thing as an order. It's just that today I asked Wen De to come over to meet me. I learned from him that he showed great power in the prefect's mansion a few days ago, and all the credit came from Miss Zhen Jiang."
"First of all, I was a little curious, and secondly, I wanted to say thank you to the girl, so I went to visit in person. I hope you'll forgive me for the rudeness!"
This matter is slightly consistent with my guess.
Zhen Jiang felt a little more at ease.
He replied in a humble tone.
"The general is really exaggerating. It's just my humble opinion. How can I be so solemn as a general?"
…
He nodded casually.
He didn't take Zhen Jiang's humble words to heart.
Instead, Cao Ang turned slightly sideways, and then asked Zhen Jiang in a leisurely tone.
"Miss Zhen Jiang, can you tell me what you were thinking at that time, and how you were so sure that I would not abandon Wei County and asked your younger brother to stand up and speak?"
Zhen Jiang couldn't help but feel a slight movement in his heart.
This way of asking questions.
It feels very much like Cao Ang is conducting some kind of test on her. If she answers well, she will get huge bonus points in Cao Ang's heart.
Although I don’t know where this test comes from.
But no matter what, Cao Ang's attitude is related to the prosperity of the Zhen family. He will do everything possible to make Cao Ang recognize the Zhen family more and continue to increase his weight.
This is something every family member should do.
So after carefully considering my words and drafting the draft.
Zhen Jiang bowed slightly to Cao Ang.
Come with a eloquent narration.
…
"I have been in my boudoir for a long time. I don't know much about political planning or military operations. I don't even know how the general will respond to the incoming Black Mountain bandits."
"But this is the only thing I know!"
"Then based on the general's past experience, I can tell that you are definitely not someone who will back down easily!"
Speaking of which.
Zhen Jiang paused for a moment.
Then I heard her voice cheering up slightly.
The following text follows immediately.
"General, you have great ambitions and a lofty vision. Your ambition should be to be among the stars and the sea, to be a leader in the world, to be proud of all the heroes."
"There are just some thieves here. How can they make you flinch? They are not even worthy of being your opponent. They are nothing more than a few stepping stones."
"It is precisely because of these predictions that I am sure that General, you will definitely come back. Facts have proved that what I predicted is accurate!"
Perhaps the more he spoke, the more excited he became.
When talking about the next few paragraphs.
Zhen Jiang even waved his right hand gently, and his eyes, which were already covered with rain and dew, were like waves in the blue sea, lighting up with a bright arc.
It gave people the feeling that all the words she said came from her heart and were not flattery.
…
hiss!
Cao Ang couldn't help but secretly take a breath.
What a damn charm!
If it continues to blow, it will really float!
But at this point, Cao Ang was completely certain that the woman in front of him was indeed quite capable.
If the above words are from the heart, it means that you have a vision and know that I am a person with great ambitions and lofty aspirations.
If he said this deliberately to cater to himself, then Zhen Jiang would be so impassioned and his eyes would be shining.
It is also enough to prove that his pretending skills are not low.
Can reach this level.
She can definitely be called a hero among girls!
I thought so.
Cao Ang did not immediately express his position.
But Ruo Ruo then asked with deep meaning: "If I don't come back this time, wouldn't all your guesses and all your efforts be in vain?"
Zhen Jiang returned to her previous warm and watery appearance, and smiled politely at Cao Ang.
"Actually, since I moved to Yecheng with my little sister, it means that the Zhen family and General Cao have become closely related."
"General, if you can stand higher, our Zhen family will become stronger, and vice versa. The strength of our family is tied to you, General."
"Thinking about it this way, no matter whether General you can come back on time or not, our Zhen family must come forward. Even if you don't come back, the Zhen family has not lost anything, so why not do it?"
Speaking of which.
Zhen Jiang added as if sighing.
"Actually, I originally planned to come forward in person and tell everyone the words I taught Ayao."
"It's just that I am a woman, and there is nothing special about my identity. It is somewhat inconvenient, so I had to give up in the end."
…
"Identity is ordinary..."
Cao Ang repeated.
A long silence followed.
In the entire hall, there was only the sound of Cao Ang tapping his fingers lightly on the table.
Other than that, there is no other sound.
From Zhen Jiang's perspective, Cao Ang was frowning at the moment, his eyes full of thoughts, and he didn't know what he was thinking about.
This happened for quite a while.
Cao Angcai said lightly.
"As far as I know, the members of the Ling clan have not moved here yet. Only you and Ah Mi are the forerunners, so staying in this city will inevitably feel lonely."
"If you are interested, you might as well come to the Prefect's Mansion for a walk on weekdays. I am still very interested in chatting with you, Miss Zhen Jiang, and teaching Ah Mi how to read poetry!"
"Uh-huh?"
Suddenly I heard this.
Zhen Jiang was suddenly stunned.
What do these words mean?
Suddenly, he asked himself to take his sister to visit him, and chatted with him...
Could it be that... General Cao is interested in me?
No wonder Zhen Jiang would think so.
In fact, the information revealed in Cao Ang's words was too clear-cut.
And as soon as this idea came up.
Zhen Jiang's cheeks immediately glowed with layers of blush, and her delicate earlobes and the white and tender back of her neck were all reflected in a faint pink color at this moment.
…
Although Cao Ang's statement did not directly indicate what he was going to do.
But it is often this kind of slightly implicit language.
It makes people think even more.
In particular, Zhen Jiang still remembers that before he set off from Quliang County, his eldest brother Zhen Yan once gave him some teachings and instructions.
One point was clearly stated.
That's why she was sent to Yecheng first this time, so that she could get closer to General Cao Angcao.
The first is to bring the relationship closer.
The next step is to work hard to get into the palace and directly sit on General Cao's vacant head wife's position.
Although the Zhen family is now bound to General Cao, this relationship is not close enough.
It can be untied at any time.
Therefore, this method must be used to make the two families become closely related in a real sense.
These are the instructions given to her by her eldest brother.
Zhen Jiang has never forgotten it.
However, after arriving in Yecheng, Cao Ang had been floating outside and had little chance to make contact.
And what she never expected.
General Cao actually took the initiative to invite her this time, without having to think of any reason to make contact.
The thought of this.
Zhen Jiang couldn't help but bow to Cao Ang meekly.
"The general invites you kindly, how can I refuse? I will move around more in the future!"
There was a slight jitter in the response.
Every word is full of vibrato.
No matter how gentle, generous, dignified and ladylike she is on weekdays.
When faced with this kind of thing.
It’s impossible to remain calm at all!
After all, she is just a woman who has not yet left the cabinet, not a wily political animal.
In matters involving men and women.
There is no less shyness than there should be.
…………
After getting a positive answer from Zhen Jiang.
Cao Ang nodded slightly.
He smiled gently.
"Then I'll be waiting for you at my house!"
The reason why Cao Ang did such a move.
Of course it has deep meaning.
In fact, after considering Zhen Jiang a lot before, Cao Ang had already vaguely had a plan.
That is to help this woman become his wife, so that the house that has always lacked a true mistress can be completely filled.
And the reason why he was chosen as Zhen Jiang.
One is her mind and heart.
As the number of people in the back house increases, there must be someone who has the ability to control others, and who can grasp the scale and know what is appropriate.
Only then can the stability and harmony of the back house be ensured.
If the head wife is like Cai Yan, someone who is not involved in ordinary affairs and is immersed in her own little world.
I'm afraid that even if the backyard is turned upside down, Cai Yan can still hold a book and read leisurely, or maybe even if she wants to take care of it, she can't find any good way.
Cao Ang didn't want to cause trouble in the harem every day when he was away from home and couldn't control it.
Then how can he do important things outside?
Therefore, the position of the mistress's wife must be someone who has certain abilities and is good at dealing with these things. For the time being, Zhen Jiang is very suitable.
…
In addition, there is another important point.
That is among the women around me now.
The only two people who could be promoted to the position of head wives were Zhen Jiang and Cai Yan, both of whom came from either the poetry and literature gentry or the established aristocratic families.
The biggest difference between the two.
Since Cai Yong is still alive, the Cai family is still a relatively active force that cannot be ignored.
In particular, the fact that poems and books are passed down from generation to generation gives the Cai family a certain degree of independence.
It is easy for a family that is still active like this to ride on the wind and evolve into a powerful relative.
And old families like the Zhen family have declined.
Even though business is booming now, with business covering half of the north, strictly speaking, they are semi-completely dependent on themselves.
If Cao Ang is determined to attack.
All it takes is to cut off a few of the most important links of the Zhen family from a political level, and most of the vitality of this huge business family will be damaged.
Or even abolish it!
Even if such a family becomes a relative, they will be firmly in their hands in the future.
Compare the two and decide the severity.
It is not surprising to make such a choice.
…
In fact, if you choose the Zhen family.
It’s not like Zhen Mi can’t do it either.
But this girl is too young now.
Cao Ang couldn't wait a few years.
Even if he is not anxious himself, his father Cao Cao, his mother Mrs. Ding, and even a group of civil servants and generals under his command will probably become anxious first.
The position of the Lord's first wife is vacant, and the legitimate son has not yet been born.
This means that there is no existence in a force that can inherit the cause. How can such a force be said to be stable?
People's hearts are floating, this is absolutely true!
Therefore, this option is eliminated first.
This way.
Only Zhen Jiang is the most suitable candidate.
As for the rest, let’s talk about it later!
certainly.
With the initial intention, it doesn't mean that Cao Ang has identified Zhen Jiang and has to be her.
This matter still needs to go through several steps.
Especially my parents.
It will take some discussion and communication.
But this matter is easy to handle.
After dealing with the Black Mountain bandits and repelling Yuan Shu who went north, there will be plenty of time to discuss.
…………
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(End of chapter)
