Only one night passed.
The whole Yecheng became more and more nervous.
Even if it is a sunny day the next day.
But the people in the city still feel as if there is a dark cloud hanging over their heads.
A solemn and solemn atmosphere enveloped the entire Ye City, making it look like it was out of breath.
There are few pedestrians in the streets.
In the past, there was a constant flow of horse-drawn carriages and pedestrians in the streets and alleys, as well as shops full of vitality on both sides of the road.
Everything has become a little lifeless today.
The news that Ye City is about to face a powerful enemy attack and is in the middle of a storm has already spread completely, and panic is inevitable.
And this is the situation in front of us.
After all kinds of efforts, they spread all kinds of positive news in the county government, secretly used powerful means to control some local families, and completely covered up the information about the arrival of two enemy armies from the south.
It was just barely achieved.
One can imagine.
Once we let it go, Yecheng will really be like a ignited powder keg, the moment the fuse burns out.
Exploded to pieces.
But early this morning.
Cao Ang, who had been in seclusion for a night, suddenly summoned all his direct followers, including some high-ranking local figures.
Such a large group of people.
We spent the whole morning discussing behind closed doors in the study.
The meeting didn't end until after noon.
No one knows what General Cao and his important civil and military officials discussed.
Everyone only knew that people such as Xun You, Zhang Liao and others disappeared in a hurry after leaving the prefect's mansion.
It seems that they are starting to arrange something.
And if anyone observes carefully, they will find that the expressions on the faces of the civil and military officials who left the Prefect's Mansion seem to be less solemn than before.
It actually looks a little relaxed!
certainly.
Even so.
All the big and small families in the city still don't believe that Cao Ang really has any proper solution.
Unless Cao Cao can really mobilize his troops and move hundreds of miles to rescue Yecheng from the crisis.
Otherwise, no matter how calm he appears now, he is just acting for everyone to see, hoping to bring peace to the city.
General Cao is probably staying in the prefect's mansion now, and he is probably getting angry because of the rush.
…
Currently in the backyard of Cao's family.
Cao Ang is feeding the eagle.
While humming an unknown tune, he tossed the fresh mutton around.
The golden eagle named Chiu Chiu by Cao Ang moved quickly, fiercely and accurately, not missing any piece of grain.
Perhaps it was due to Cao Ang's constant daily nutritional feeding, coupled with his free-range free-flying life.
The golden eagle, which has been inseparable from Cao Ang most of the time since it was born, has now grown from a small baby bird to a size similar to that of an ordinary medium-sized bird.
The growth cycle is much shorter than others, and the unique white areas at the base of the flight feathers and tail feathers are gradually becoming blurred and narrowing.
And in the daily process of releasing golden eagles.
Cao Ang also discovered that Jiujiu's flying temperament was gradually becoming more mature, stable and full of sophistication.
Just need to raise it for a few more years.
When this air overlord fully grows into adulthood, he will completely take over the airspace above his head when traveling with him.
Cao Ang had no doubt about this.
"Puch!"
When Cao Ang was thinking this.
The golden eagle, which was enjoying feeding leisurely, suddenly flapped its wings twice, and then stared sharply in the direction of the courtyard door.
It sensed someone was coming.
…
as expected.
A maid quickly appeared in front of Cao Ang at a trot. After bowing and saluting, she spoke softly.
"Sir, Miss Zhen Jiang is here to visit!"
Cao Ang was stunned for a moment.
Then he waved his hand happily.
"please!"
Not long after.
As two footsteps of different weights sounded, Zhen Jiang and her little sister Zhen Mi appeared in front of Cao Ang as promised.
"I'm here to see the general!"
"Good afternoon, brother!"
The two sisters had different names for Cao Ang, and Cao Ang also treated each other with different etiquette.
After returning the favor to Zhen Jiang and inviting her to sit aside, he then waved to Zhen Mi and motioned for the little girl to sit next to him.
But when Zhen Mi got closer, Cao Ang realized that her attention had been attracted by the golden eagle, and her eyes were fixed on the majestic bird standing on the stone platform.
"Brother, is this the bird you raised?"
"good."
After getting an affirmative answer, Zhen Mi stared at it with curiosity for a while, and then suddenly picked up the food bowl from the table.
Then he picked up a piece of mutton and pretended to feed it to Jiu Jiu.
However, the golden eagle is proud by nature.
Except for being close to Cao Ang, the owner who has always raised it, he is dismissive of anyone else.
Therefore, Zhen Mi's gesture of goodwill not only received no response, but she actually saw Jiu Jiu flapping her wings for a while and then suddenly turning her head to the side.
No more glances.
…
"snort!"
Little Ah Mi who was ruthlessly neglected.
He couldn't help but hum, and then pouted his mouth angrily.
The delicate and round face looked like an angry agouta under such movements.
See how cute the little girl looks.
Cao Ang couldn't help but chuckle.
"Jiujiu, come here!"
Under the command of the master.
The bird of prey, which was originally arrogant and dismissive, flew over very docilely and landed on Cao Ang's shoulder.
Cao Ang patted the golden eagle's wings and touched Zhen Mi's head with his other hand.
Then he said to Jiu Jiu seriously.
"Jiuzi, give me some respect, put your paws away, and play with the little girl for a while. I will give you a big meal tomorrow!"
Like the red rabbit and horse, this golden eagle is also an extremely spiritual creature and can greatly understand the meaning of Cao Ang's words.
So after hearing this.
He chirped reluctantly twice, then landed on Zhen Mi's shoulder.
"Okay, Mi, take it for a walk elsewhere in the yard, and I'll have a few words with your sister."
After successfully achieving your goal.
Zhen Mi immediately narrowed her eyes and showed an overly sweet smile to Cao Ang. The little tiger teeth flickered in and out, which really made her feel good.
"I know, brother, you are so kind!"
…………
The little girl disappeared from their eyes in a flash.
But you can vaguely hear the giggles she made when teasing the golden eagle.
Wait until the sound gradually fades away.
Cao Ang slightly suppressed the smile on his face.
Then he turned around and asked Zhen Jiang casually, "I wonder why Miss Zhen Jiang chose to come to my house today?"
Zhen Jiang still looked that gentle and gentle.
While moving gently and elegantly, he cooked a slightly light tea soup for Cao Ang.
He said in a soft voice: "General, didn't you just say a few days ago that if I have some free time, I can take my little sister to your house to walk around more?"
"I'm just following your orders!"
Listen to this slightly playful words.
Cao Ang couldn't help but shook his head.
Although he was slightly moved in his heart, he still asked calmly.
"I mean, almost everyone in Wei County now knows that I, Cao Ang, is facing a huge crisis, and I don't know how many people are eyeing me."
"Although I seem to be able to hold on now, it is very likely that a wave tomorrow will knock me over completely, and Wei Jun will also have to lose the hard-earned money."
"And when I could capsize at any time, you did not retreat but advanced, and still chose to come to visit me. This move is really unwise!"
…
Cao Ang's words were full of inducement.
to be honest.
He was testing Zhen Jiang.
Let's use the current crisis situation that everyone knows to test her reaction.
After all, it is only in times of adversity that true love becomes more apparent.
And after hearing such a question.
Zhen Jiang did not show much surprise, but calmly scooped a bowl of tea soup for Cao Ang, and then replied in a soft but firm tone.
"Actually, I came to visit you today not only to chat with the general, but also to ask for your permission for something."
Cao Ang raised his hand, signaling to continue.
"Before coming, my brother Zhen Yao asked me to bring you a message. Our Zhen family hopes to take advantage of this current panic opportunity to continue to expand."
"Since those big and small families in the county don't have enough trust in you, then our Zhen family will simply take over all the shops, properties, etc. that they sold off at a low price."
"It can be regarded as a thank you to these families for adding strength to our Zhen family as it continues to grow and spread to every corner of Wei County."
Hear this.
Cao Ang's eyes suddenly flashed.
There was a hint of complexity in his eyes.
This is not for development and growth.
He is clearly telling himself that the Zhen family has decided to tie Cao Ang to death completely. Even if a huge crisis comes, they will never loosen their ties, but will tie them deeper and deeper.
After all, the more fixed assets you take over, the more fixed assets you take over.
Once Wei Jun under Cao Ang's rule overthrows.
The Zhen family will be completely ruined. The family that has finally improved will be reduced to ashes overnight.
This is not a big gamble!
…
"Miss Zhen Jiang, why are you, the Zhen family, going through so much trouble? Even if you maintain the current situation and make no progress or retreat, it is still better than rushing forward!"
Cao Anglue said this with emotion.
However, Zhen Jiang still just smiled indifferently. With his right hand, he gently brushed a strand of hair hanging by his cheek and put it behind his delicate ears.
Then his eyes blinked.
"I don't think so."
"After all, at times like this, our Zhen family's small actions are more likely to win your favor, General. This is a business with no capital and huge profits!"
Straightforward and unvarnished words.
It seems to be full of utilitarianism and gaming.
But that's exactly why.
Only then does it appear valuable to advance against adverse circumstances.
So after looking a little stunned, Cao Ang couldn't help but clapped his hands and said with a smile: "What a rich person who seeks wealth in danger, Miss Zhen Jiang is really sincere!"
"It's just that there is no capital and huge profits. If you lose the bet, the price will be that the family fortune accumulated over generations will be lost in one day."
"This book is really big!"
It's just something Cao Ang didn't expect.
Faced with his own words that were obviously complimentary, Zhen Jiang restrained her smile.
His facial expression suddenly became serious.
There was a serious look on his face.
"The general is totally wrong!"
"I have never thought that our Zhen family, by approaching you at this time, is making a huge gamble. There is no so-called risk at all, and it is not based on the loss of a century-old foundation."
"Because from my point of view, this current crisis is nothing more than a minor trouble for you."
"I believe you will definitely win. These menacing enemies will eventually be wiped out, and I am just waving the flag and shouting for the winner!"
"What's so dangerous?!"
…
Cao Ang was a little confused by Zhen Jiang's confident look.
He couldn't help but raise his eyebrows.
After thinking for a while.
He just pointed at himself hesitantly, and then asked with some confusion.
"You have so much confidence in me?"
Zhen Jiang licked her plump, bright, cherry-like lips, and then spoke softly.
"Before coming, I only had 50% confidence in the general, but after coming, I have 100% confidence in you!"
"Appreciate further details!"
Cao Ang became more and more curious.
Could it be that she discovered some details?
After Zhen Jiang thought about it.
He said with a smile as bright as a flower.
"Early this morning, I heard that General, you summoned the civil and military personnel under your command and discussed it all morning. When these people left, they had a relaxed look on their faces. This is completely different from yesterday, which shows that the situation is serious. Changed.”
"Besides, we have been discussing for a whole morning. If there is no result, then even if you are good at cultivating qi, it will be difficult for you to be as stable as ever, right?"
…
Cao Ang is now more and more satisfied with Zhen Jiang.
What I asked her about.
She could come up with four or five or six, which were serious and reasonable analyses, as well as thoughtful ideas.
It's not just a blind boast.
This is really valuable.
Moreover, after observing the specific situation, her analysis and conclusions based on this basis are all extremely correct.
It can be said that he is very resourceful!
But so far, Cao Ang has not expressed his position.
He just tapped the tabletop lightly with his hand.
Then he asked meaningfully: "What if I am pretending to be calm and deliberately order Xun Gongda and the others to act relaxed and carefree when they go out, so as to stabilize the people in the city?"
"Pfft!"
Zhen Jiang has always maintained a ladylike demeanor.
Suddenly he burst out laughing uncontrollably.
While covering his mouth.
While pointing towards the direction where his sister Zhen Mi ran away earlier.
"The general knows how to joke!"
"I have never heard of anyone pretending to be calm. He would hide in the house and feed the birds leisurely. Moreover, when I saw you just now, there was no sign of anxiety or depression on your face because of the approaching enemy."
"With the combination of the two, I can conclude that the general has a way to defeat the enemy, which is why he is so stable."
"Moreover……"
When it comes to this.
Zhen Jiang paused for two or three breaths.
Bai Te bit her lower lip lightly, and her snow-white teeth were quietly stained with a trace of bright red rouge, which made her feel strangely alluring.
I hesitated for quite a while.
Zhen Jiang just seemed to have made a major decision, speaking with a risk-taking attitude and a voice as soft as water.
"Besides, even without these, I still firmly believe that with the general's extraordinary bravery and various plans, he will be able to break this situation safely!"
"As far as I know, the enemies you have faced along the way are all extraordinary people, but General, you are often able to defeat them."
"Nowadays, these are just nameless people. No matter how fierce they seem, I don't think they are the enemy of the general. After all, they are just a stepping stone for you, general, to claim to be famous all over the world!"
…
Perhaps such straightforward words made it difficult for Zhen Jiang to speak out, so he just finished speaking.
She hurriedly picked up the tea bowl in front of her.
Under the guise of drinking tea, and gently covering it with his sleeves, a few wisps of blush slowly appeared on his cheeks.
Looks like this.
Cao Ang couldn't help but widen his eyes.
The eyes even revealed a different brilliance.
hiss!
Girl, are you serious?
As a top performing master, Cao Ang, for ordinary people to show off their acting skills in front of him, is just a trick.
Cao Ang could tell at a glance whether he was lying to suit himself or speaking from the bottom of his heart.
Anyway, judging from his experience.
Zhen Jiang, who was sitting across from him at this moment, revealed sincerity in every move he made.
And after confirming this.
Cao Ang made up his mind immediately.
Too lazy to care about these details!
This girl has a vision, sees the overall situation, and has the ability to be resourceful and analytical.
There is absolutely nothing to say about appearance, which is an outstanding manifestation of the Zhen family's excellent genes.
Now I have to give her some calculations.
That is, in terms of personal preference, Cao Ang is more willing to marry a wife who admires himself.
All things considered.
I really didn't find any shortcomings.
So what's not good about it?
…
After some careful consideration.
Cao Ang reciprocated the favor.
A Dinghai needle was inserted into Zhen Jiang's heart and he spoke frankly to comfort him.
"As of now, I won't hide it from Miss Zhen Jiang. I do have some strategies to defeat the enemy. Counting the enemies coming from the north and the south, I am very confident."
"Gongda and Wenyuan have indeed obtained my approval and have made their own arrangements."
"When Miss Zhen Jiang goes back later, she might as well tell the whole family, so that everyone can rest assured. As for continuing to pay for the purchase at a low price, I also agree, but don't spend too much money, always give Leave some leeway to the big families in the county."
Zhen Jiang listened.
The stone in my heart fell down.
In fact, there was one thing she didn't tell Cao Ang.
Before coming today, what her brother Zhen Yao asked her to do was to test Cao Ang's tone.
Then we will discuss based on the answers obtained and decide whether the Zhen family's next route will be to advance or retreat.
He did not ask Zhen Jiang to express his position directly and continue to follow Cao Ang unswervingly.
Her previous statements and various subsequent explanations were all her own.
And the reason for doing this.
Not only when I came to Cao Mansion and saw Cao Ang feeding the birds, but also from the bottom of my heart, I felt that Cao Ang had a good chance of winning.
That's why the decision was made.
But now judging from the results.
This time I bet on the right one.
General Cao really has a plan in mind and a good strategy in mind, and her actions of waving the flag before the situation is clear will probably be rewarded in heaven.
…
While Zhen Jiang was thinking about this.
Suddenly, I heard Cao Ang's voice again.
"After Yuan Shu is defeated in the south, I will ask my father to lead his troops to Wei County and work with me to completely defeat the enemies on all sides."
"There happened to be something going on at that time. We can sit down and talk about it together."
I heard such words out of the blue.
Zhen Jiang was a little confused at first.
But after some careful consideration.
With a keen sense of smell, he extracted a few key words, and there was a bang in his mind, and an idea suddenly popped up.
His cheeks, which were already a little blushing because of his previous words, now looked like they were dripping with blood.
Especially against the bright yellow dress.
Below the neck, a little bit of snow-white delicateness was exposed, and now it began to heat up violently.
this……
This reward is a bit too big!
Zhen Jiang's mind became more and more chaotic as she thought about it. She was originally thinking clearly and coherently, but now she was completely confused and confused.
He couldn't sit still in front of Cao Ang.
I always feel that whenever I look at Cao Ang, I will be easily captured by the profound meaning in his eyes.
"General...General, it's getting late, so I'll take my leave now!"
And after Cao Ang nodded in response.
Zhen Jiang didn't even ask Cao Ang to see her off. She quickly found Zhen Mi playing with the eagles in the garden nearby, grabbed her sister and ran away as fast as she could.
Cao Ang was left standing there.
Somewhat dumbfounded, he shook his head.
………………
Three days later.
Located in Lecheng County, Hejian State.
Yuan Shaozheng was sitting high in the hall, while Xu You, Feng Ji and others were sitting around.
Logically speaking, Yuan Shao should stay in Nanpi County of Bohai County now, but after the armistice agreement in Nangong County, all the cities south of Chengping County in Hejian State have been assigned to Yuan Shao's jurisdiction.
Therefore, Yuan Shao has now set up a temporary command post in Lecheng County to digest and absorb all these counties as soon as possible.
At this moment, Yuan Shao was sitting in the top position.
He was playing with a mailbox in his hand.
He was smiling but silent, looking at the people below who were arguing loudly.
"Master Fu, County Wei must be rescued!"
"As the saying goes, now that we are facing the threat of Gongsun Zan's troops, if we lose Cao Zixiu, our army will be completely at a disadvantage, and all the advantages we have gained before will be lost!"
"Whether Cao Zixiu is forced to withdraw from Wei County and give up his interests in Jizhou, or he is isolated and defenseless and sticks to Wei County, resulting in a great loss of vitality, this is by no means good news for our army!"
"Once you really fall into such a situation, I'm afraid that you, Mr. Fu, will further become the Jizhou Mu's plan, and you will really fall into the void!"
Xu You is worthy of being the number one Cao Chui under Yuan Shao.
I am in Yuan camp and my heart is in Cao.
At this moment.
He still maintained his position of speaking for the Cao family and persuading Yuan Shao to favor the Cao family.
It's just that if some people agree, there will be others who oppose it.
This is clearly demonstrated in Yuan Shao's forces, which have extremely fierce internal struggles.
…
"What Ziyuan said is wrong!"
"We all know the dilemma Cao Zixiu is facing now, and we also know how important his existence is to our army, but doesn't Gongsun Zan know about it?"
"Once the Gongsun Army in the north gets this news, they will probably lead their troops south immediately. The purpose is to intercept us and prevent the rescue of Wei County."
"If our army takes the risk and divides its troops to go to Wei County, then Gongsun Zan will definitely take this opportunity to launch a large-scale attack. How can our army not suffer heavy losses as a result?"
The person who spoke was Feng Ji.
These two people are also old enemies.
Nowadays, the main factional struggles under Yuan Shao's command are led by the two of them.
After all, these two were the elders who had followed Yuan Shao and escaped from Luoyang and went straight to Bohai County.
In the beginning, we could barely maintain harmony.
But once a certain foundation is established, as a veteran figure, who has more power and who has the higher say will have to be ranked.
…
Faced with Fengji's reverse persuasion.
Xu You snorted coldly.
"Everything you can see is within a short distance. With a narrow vision, you can only see the bottom!"
"It's just for the sake of temporary preservation, and only for immediate gains and losses. How narrow-minded this is. If you really do this, you will only end up losing everything!"
"During the battle in Nangong County, you said you would not save Cao Zixiu. Now that Wei County is in danger, you also said you would not save him."
"When the tens of thousands of Gongsun's cavalry march southward in the future, who can come to help us? Is it possible that it is just your mouth?"
Xu You always does the same thing.
There is no fear at all.
But Feng Ji is also unambiguous.
He waved his hand and flicked his sleeves.
He also sneered and said: "If it can be saved, then of course we will do our best, but now the situation is irredeemable, so why bother trying in vain?"
“The lesser of two evils.”
"Instead of taking the risk of being taken advantage of by Gongsun Zan to rescue Cao Zixiu, it is better to take the opportunity to capture the Qinghe Kingdom and use the land of the two counties to compete with Gongsun Zan."
"I don't think it's wrong!"
The tip of the needle is facing the wheat awn.
He didn't even give others any room to speak.
The quarrel between these two people alone was enough for a whole day.
…
Most of the time in the past.
Faced with the tit-for-tat situation among his important ministers, Yuan Shao must be in a dilemma, not knowing who to listen to and how to make a decision.
But today he was completely different.
No matter how fierce the quarrel between Xu You and Feng Ji was, Yuan Shao was still cheerful, as if he was sitting quietly on the Diaoyutai and watching the world's affairs.
Until these two people quarreled, they didn't want to quarrel anymore.
When everyone turned their attention to his lord.
Yuan Shaocai said in a leisurely tone.
"Zi Yuan, Yuan Tu, you two can be said to have different opinions, but no matter whether to save or not, you have determined that Cao Zixiu alone will never be able to defend Wei County."
"I don't know if it's true or not?"
Yuan Shao's attitude made the two of them a little confused.
But he still nodded in agreement.
"As Mr. Fu said, the two groups of Black Mountain bandits have an army of hundreds of thousands. Even if there are less than 23% of them who are capable of fighting, this is still a huge force."
"In addition, according to the news brought by our army's spies, Zhang Yang and Yu Fuluo have more than 10,000 troops, and they are eyeing Yecheng."
"In addition, Cao Mengde, the herdsman of Yanzhou, has been held back by Yuan Jiujiu. Cao Zixiu has limited troops. No matter how he uses them superbly, he cannot change the fact that the troops are scarce."
Xu You and Feng Ji rarely agreed.
However, after hearing this.
Yuan Shao suddenly burst into laughter, and the laughter resounded throughout the hall.
…
After a long while.
Yuan Shao's laughter stopped.
Looking at the confused and confused expressions of everyone on the left and right.
Yuan Shao said with a smile.
"That's ridiculous!"
"You all underestimate Cao Zixiu too much!"
"How could a young hero become helpless and trapped in an unsolvable danger just because of a simple disease like ringworm and scabies?"
"In fact, his foresight is far beyond your expectations!"
Speaking of which.
Yuan Shao opened the mailbox in his hand, threw the letters he had read on the table, and then raised his hand to motion for people to come forward and take a look.
The letter is short.
There are only a few lines of text.
Therefore, Xu You and others almost glanced at it.
And it was at this glance that their expressions became a little more exciting.
Even Feng Ji, who was opposed to sending troops to assist Cao Ang, his eyes were flashing at this moment.
…
"What a great Cao Zixiu. After much thought, he actually ignored this person. If he can hold him back from the south, I'm afraid something can be done!"
"Gao, indeed Gao! He is worthy of being called a living heavenly being. He never panics when faced with danger, and does not panic even when he is in danger!"
"Master Fu, I think this method is completely feasible. It can resolve some of the dangers for Wei County without the help of our army. This will be of great benefit to our army without any harm!"
You say something to everyone, and I say something.
They all agreed with the contents of the letter.
And Yuan Shao suddenly stood up.
He waved his hands, shook the sleeves of his robe, and said boldly.
"Don't worry, everyone, I have already thought about this matter. Cao Zixiu must be rescued. He is indispensable in our plan to seize the entire Hebei Province!"
"I have already written the letter. I will select the best war horses in the army later and switch horses day and night, non-stop, in order to deliver the letter to the destination in the shortest possible time!"
And after giving the order.
A cold light suddenly flashed in Yuan Shao's eyes.
Then he raised the corners of his mouth slightly, revealing a cold smile, and said rather murderously.
"I think Gongsun Zan is still enjoying himself right now, and we must be jumping around anxiously, but we don't know that everything is under our control!"
"After my order, the army immediately assembled and deployed defenses in Lecheng County and Chengping County. They put on a posture of resisting with all their strength and planning to move westward for support."
"Let's play with Gongsun Zan next. I look forward to him trying his best to stop us, but in the end he will find that it is useless and the crisis in Wei County will still be easily resolved."
"How wonderful he was at that time, I really want to see it with my own eyes!"
Speaking of which.
Yuan Shao burst out laughing.
Perhaps it was also during this period that Gongsun Zan had been suppressing him too hard, and he was always feeling aggrieved.
Even if he wins the battle in Nangong County, the victory is still not smooth and not that satisfying.
As a result, Yuan Shao would behave like this once he was looking for a way to counterattack.
No matter what.
A quarter of an hour after the proceedings ended.
Several fast horses set off from Lecheng County and galloped toward the southwest.
…
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