"Meow~"
Cao Ang and Zhen Mi were wandering in the courtyard.
Just a sudden meow.
Attracted their attention.
I walked in the direction of the sound, and not long after, I saw a maid holding several kittens in her arms, with two big cats at her feet.
It looked like it came from another yard.
"Qinghe, are you hugging a raccoon slave?"
Suddenly hearing a familiar voice, the maid who had been walking with her head down quickly turned her head away.
After discovering Cao Ang and the others.
First, he bowed slightly and bowed.
Then he explained to Cao Ang: "Reporting to the young master, these are the raccoon slaves that my servant brought from outside."
While talking.
The maid also moved her heels and motioned to the two big cats running after her on the ground.
"Are there rats in our yards?"
I heard Cao Ang's questioning voice.
Qing He shook his head and explained to Cao Ang: "The first few courtyards are very clean on weekdays, and there have never been any mice."
"It's just that Sister Linglong said that your wedding is about to happen, and many things cannot go wrong. Just in case, I just brought two raccoon slaves back."
Speaking of which.
The maid picked a kitten from her arms, grabbed the cat's neck with her right hand, then lifted it up in the air and showed it to Cao Ang.
"Originally, we only wanted big cats that could catch mice, but these two recently gave birth to a litter of cubs, and you couldn't bear to break them up, so you just brought them in together."
The kitten was picked up by the maid.
Except for its snow-white belly, it was covered in orange hair and was only about the size of a palm.
At this moment, he was squinting his eyes, looking like he couldn't open them. Perhaps he realized that he was hanging in mid-air, so he tried to "meow" a few times, and at the same time, his limbs were shaking up and down.
It looks very cute.
…
Cao Ang himself didn't have much feeling for these little animals.
So just a little nod.
He was about to take Zhen Mi away.
However, when he exerted force with his right hand, the first push did not pull Zhen Mi. Zhen Mi's feet seemed to have nails driven into them, frozen in place.
When looking down.
Only then did he realize that this little girl's eyes were staring straight at the little milk cat hanging in the air.
See this situation.
Cao Ang couldn't help but smile.
He held Zhen Mi's right hand slightly tighter, and then smiled and asked softly: "Mi, do you like this little orange raccoon very much?"
Zhen Mi heard this.
He immediately raised his head, blinked his big eyes, and then said in a sweet voice.
"Brother-in-law, can I have one?"
Cao Ang smiled and was noncommittal.
He just said in a serious tone: "You are just a child now, and I ask you to raise a little raccoon slave. How can you raise it well?"
Facing Cao Ang's reasoning.
Zhen Mi just held his arms with both hands, and then shook her from side to side vigorously, mumbling coquettishly.
"Are you okay, brother-in-law~"
At this moment.
In Cao Ang's heart, there is no creature more adorable than little Mi.
Therefore, Cao Ang, who just wanted to present the facts and be reasonable, decided to surrender and said without hesitation: "Okay, okay, then this little orange raccoon is yours!"
"But since you have decided to raise him, you have to raise him well. Don't look for temporary happiness. In the end, you will spoil this little guy, and that will not be good."
Zhen Mi put her hands together and took the kitten from the hands of the maid Qing He. At the same time, she nodded repeatedly and kept making promises and guarantees to Cao Ang.
Then he narrowed his eyes and smiled happily, which was in perfect harmony with the narrowed eyes of the kitten.
After teasing for a while.
Cao Ang looked up at the sky and felt that it was almost time and the conversation in the front yard should be finished.
He immediately took Zhen Mi and left the way he had come.
…………
The process of the mother-in-law meeting her daughter-in-law was quite smooth.
Mrs. Ding was very satisfied with Zhen Jiang, her daughter-in-law who looked dignified and virtuous at first glance.
No matter how you speak or behave, or how you treat others.
I can't find anything to fault.
Mrs. Ding, who originally had a slight tilt in her heart due to Cao Ang, now has a one-sided balance.
I have such a daughter-in-law who is excellent in every aspect.
No need to think about it.
In the future, I will definitely be able to take care of all the big and small affairs of Cao Ang's house.
After Mrs. Ding, as the elder, finalized her decision, there was no resistance to the marriage.
Quickly enter the next stage.
Three books and six rituals, let’s meet on a good day and auspicious days.
Since the days are tight right now, the generals of the Cao family, such as the Xiahou brothers, are waiting for the wedding to be over before leading their troops.
Therefore, many processes are advancing at a high speed.
Of course, fast does not mean simple.
on the contrary.
With the joint efforts of the Cao and Zhen families, the preliminary preparations for the wedding were extremely grand.
Especially the betrothal gift from the Cao family.
It is completely configured according to the top grid standard.
This also fully illustrates the importance the Cao family attaches to Zhen Jiang, and even the entire Zhen family.
Under such intentional promotion.
Time quickly forwarded to the wedding day.
…
Early July.
Every day is auspicious.
The entire Puyang County town is decorated with colorful decorations, and all the shops along the street are decorated with festive decorations. Even many ordinary homes have paper-cut window grilles.
Even the officials who are busy with official duties in the county government on weekdays, except for necessary duties, are taking a day off today.
The Shangcheng District of Puyang County, where dignitaries and dignitaries live, also responded to the festive atmosphere in the city and decorated their respective facades.
The reason is that everything in the city is like this from top to bottom.
It's because today is the wedding day of General Cao Angcao, the governor of Dongjun.
All dignitaries of a certain level in the city have received invitations to attend the wedding banquet. No one will refute the Cao family's reputation at this juncture.
Therefore, in front of the Cao Mansion where the wedding was held.
It can be said that cars are like running water and horses are like dragons.
If it hadn't been for last night, the army had been deployed in the city to maintain order and free up the main road.
I'm afraid these carriages alone have blocked the road in front of Cao's house today.
But even so.
It was also dark inside and outside Cao's mansion.
…
"Bang!"
"The auspicious time has come, we are inviting a new person!"
Following the ceremonial officer's shout, a bang sounded from the left and right in unison.
Then I saw two maids, in pairs on the left and right, each holding a long red candle in their hands, slowly walking in from outside the hall.
Following behind the two maids.
Nature is the protagonist of today’s wedding.
Cao Ang and Zhen Jiang.
One of the two wore a black background with red borders, and the other wore a red background with black borders, making them look festive and quite solemn.
After the bride and groom enter the hall.
In unison, they raised their hands to greet all the guests at the table, and then bowed to each other under the command of the etiquette officer.
"Wedding ceremony!"
This process is actually the parents giving wine to each other, and then while drinking the wine in the cup, they give instructions and warnings to the bride and groom about their married life.
And such a task.
Naturally, it was handed over to Cao Cao and Zhang, the only elder of the Zhen family.
Both of them gave friendly and solemn instructions, generally speaking of men blaming wise women.
After these.
Cao Ang and Zhen Jiang also experienced the Wo wash ritual of washing their hands and faces in a copper basin, and the Tong Lao ritual of eating the same kind of meat from the same bowl.
So far.
The etiquette outside of the new house has come to an end.
…
That night.
The whole Puyang County is brightly lit.
Every house is decorated with lanterns and colors.
The main areas of the city are decorated with lanterns.
Such a scene is partly caused by the large families in the city spontaneously, and partly due to the expenditure of the county government.
In short, today is going to be fun!
And now outside the main room.
After finally getting rid of those enthusiastic uncles and brothers, Cao Ang finally breathed a sigh of relief.
Getting married is indeed a very tiring thing, and it is still the result of countless people helping to manage it.
It is conceivable that without these servants at their disposal, ordinary people would be tired of getting married, even if some of the ceremonies were simplified.
However, I could hear the unbroken movement in the front yard, as well as the festive music on the left and right.
Then he turned his head and looked to the side, Zhen Jiang, who had followed him around in a big circle. Now he was panting from exhaustion and his cheeks were red.
Cao Ang's slightly drunk face couldn't help but reveal a smile.
It still feels good!
"Madam, it's time for us to enter the bridal chamber, please!"
Zhen Jiang pursed her lips, showing a reserved and reserved smile, and then followed Cao Ang into the house gracefully.
…
In the weddings of the Han Dynasty, the bride did not have such a thing as a hijab, and she did not need to wait in the room after the ceremony.
From the beginning of the ceremony to the end of the ceremony.
Almost moving along with the groom.
After all the procedures outside the bridal chamber are completed, only the last two procedures are left.
"Wow!"
As the sound of water sounded, Cao Ang poured a glass of wine for each of the two barons in front of him.
Then he raised his glass and said to Zhen Jiang: "Madam, from today on, you and I will be one and the same, support each other, and will never be separated!"
Zhen Jiang's eyes flashed.
Full of affection, like the spring water of the Three Rivers, so strong that it seems to rush out.
The lips as bright as red cherries were slightly opened, and the touching voice immediately came out.
"Marrying your husband as your wife means that I will be lucky for the rest of my life. I hope to grow old with you for the rest of my life!"
The words are spoken.
The two immediately drank half the glass of wine.
Then they swapped and drank the remaining half of the cup in each other's hands.
…
Untie the tassel and knot the hair, this is called eternal knot and one heart.
This is also the last step in the wedding process.
After the couple each cut off a small piece of hair and tied it together with red tassel.
Cao Ang waved his hand and dismissed the maids who had been serving in the house. Then they grabbed Zhen Jiang's catkins with both hands and led her to the couch.
"Madam, it's getting late, why not take a rest early?"
The voice was full of gentleness.
Zhen Jiang smiled shyly, nodded, and then stood up and took off his coat.
It's quiet at night.
The seats in the front yard have long since dispersed.
Only the outside of the main hall is left.
The sound of Zhenzhen came from time to time.
………………
And while Cao Ang was enjoying his wedding.
Far away in Xiangyang City in Nanjun, Jingzhou.
Liu Biao, the governor of Jingzhou, is receiving Han Song, who has returned from Dongjun.
The candlelight in the study was dim.
Liu Biao, who had a kind face and looked like a gentle elder, was only wearing a robe in addition to his middle coat.
Apparently he had just fallen asleep.
It was only after hearing the news of Han Song's arrival that he woke up from his sleep and received him hastily.
At this moment, there are candlelights on the left and right.
Liu Biao waved to Han Song to sit down.
Then he couldn't wait to ask: "De Gao, did your trip go well? How did you go about the things I assigned you?"
Han Song first bowed his hand to Liu Biao.
Then with a solemn look and a calm tone, he reported to Liu Biao all the details of his trip.
"Master Fu, during this trip to Dongjun, my subordinates fortunately lived up to their orders and successfully met Cao Mengde, the shepherd of Yanzhou, and his son Cao Zixiu."
"And after Xiao explained the pros and cons, he successfully persuaded the father and son to send troops to attack Yuan Shu's army from the north and south with our army."
"It's just that the Cao family and his son also made a request. Their subordinates only agreed to this request in advance, and only then did they agree to send troops."
…
Liu Biao's eyes flickered for a while.
Han Song didn't even need to take the initiative to speak.
Then he asked in a leisurely tone: "What they want is for our army to take over Sun Jian and Sun Wentai's troops, while they are responsible for dealing with Yuan Shu's headquarters?"
Han Song nodded heavily.
He was not surprised at all because his master had guessed the conditions proposed by the Cao family and his son.
After all, before he set off from Jingzhou to Dongjun, the master and his subordinates had already reached a certain psychological preparation in this study after discussion.
It was precisely because of Liu Biao's early endorsement that Han Song dared to reach a preliminary cooperation intention. Otherwise, even if he was Jingzhou Biejia, how could he be Liu Biao's master?
"Your Majesty, it is clear that the Cao family's request is exactly this. In addition, in the process of besieging Yuan Shu, whoever captures the battle profits will belong to him."
Hear this.
Liu Biao couldn't help but chuckle.
Then he shook his head helplessly.
"Forget it, let's just be Sun Jian. Although Sun Wentai is famous, he is not invincible."
"Although I am not talented, I am still willing to use all the troops in Jingzhou to weigh his weight!"
Today's Liu Biao is also a vigorous and resolute person.
I didn’t dwell too much on this issue at all.
After all, he knew Han Song's abilities and his personality. When he went to Dongjun, he would definitely make every effort to fight for the interests of Jingzhou.
But the situation is still like this.
This means that it’s not that Han Song doesn’t work hard, but that things must be done, so what else is there to worry about?
Instead of thinking about these trivial matters, it is better to fight Sun Jian and bear the loss.
As long as Yuan Shu can be driven out of Nanyang, and he, the governor of Jingzhou, can legitimately own the entire eight counties of Jingzhou, no matter how high the price is, it will be worth it.
…
After thinking this in my heart.
Liu Biao quickly signed an order.
At the same time, he told Han Song: "Early tomorrow morning, you will send someone to send this document to Jiangxia immediately. It must be delivered to General Huang Zu personally."
"Let him lead his troops immediately, cross the border of Jiangxia County, pass through Zhangling County, and station at the border adjacent to Nanyang County, waiting for my orders at any time!"
"I will send orders to all the troops in Xiangyang City to prepare for war. From now on, be ready to send troops at any time and go straight to Luyang County!"
Liu Biao issued two orders very decisively.
All are marching combat deployments.
He mobilized his own troops and horses, as well as Huang Zu's troops stationed in Jiangxia County. As soon as Cao Ang sent troops south, he immediately went north to respond.
And Han Song carefully took over the military order.
And hide it properly in your arms.
Liu Biao picked up the tea bowl, took a few sips, woke up, and then asked Han Song.
"De Gao, you met the Cao family and his son here, and also had conversations with them. How do you feel about these two people?"
This is also the task assigned to Han Song by Liu Biao.
Test and collect information about the person in charge of the Cao family.
Although Jingzhou and Yanzhou are separated by a certain distance, as long as the Cao family advances its power to the Yuzhou area, the two families will almost become neighbors.
For my future new neighbor.
Liu Biao felt that it was still necessary to understand them and make corresponding strategies for them.
…
Liu Biao's inquiry was heard in his ears.
After Han Song recalled it carefully.
Then he answered Liu Biao's questions truthfully.
"Reporting to the Lord, according to my subordinates, the Cao family and his son are both capable of achieving great things!"
The words just fell.
Liu Biao's pupils narrowed.
He knew that the Cao family and his son were both powerful people. After all, they had made it all the way to where they were now, dominating a state and arrogating all the surrounding forces.
How is this possible if you have no ability?
But he really didn't expect that Han Song would have such a high opinion of Cao Cao and Cao Ang.
However, Liu Biao also knew Han Song's character and knew that this old comrade would never act recklessly.
So after a while of thoughts in my heart.
Dangjia raised his hand and said, "I'd like to hear the details!"
Han Song bowed his hand to Liu Biao.
Then he stood up and paced around the same spot while recounting the whole story.
"My subordinates are going to Dongjun this time. Before leaving, they already had many plans in mind. They are to do their best to encourage the Cao family to send troops while still ensuring your interests."
"For this reason, my subordinates have spent a lot of time, quoting scriptures, and expounding the pros and cons."
"I thought that after some persuasion, I could get the Cao family to agree to the matter without any effort. However, at the critical moment, Cao Zixiu, the son of Cao Mengde, was able to change the situation!"
…
Hear this.
Liu Biao was immediately interested.
He adjusted his sitting posture and leaned forward slightly, as if listening carefully.
"What did he say?"
"Cao Zixiu said that there is no life-or-death feud between the Cao family and Yuan Shu. Once Yuan Shu was surrounded by two sides, he chose to pay a high price to reconcile with the Cao family under the predicament."
"Then if we don't find a way to reassure ourselves, I'm afraid we still don't know what the outcome will be."
Listen to Han Song's words.
Liu Biao couldn't help but frown.
But it soon stretched out again.
Then he nodded with understanding and said: "The chariots and horses are clearly threatening us, but they just hit the spot, but I can't do anything about them."
"As you said, this Cao Zixiu is an outstanding person. And I heard that he has always been disadvantageous in every battle he has fought with the enemy in the past few years."
"Such a talented person with both civil and military skills truly deserves the title of "one who can achieve great things"."
Speaking of which.
Liu Biao raised his eyebrows again.
Taking advantage of the situation, he then asked: "What about Cao Mengde?"
…
Han Song bowed slightly.
After forcing a smile.
Then he explained in a long tone: "During the debate between my subordinates and Cao Zixiu, Cao Mengde rarely spoke and only allowed his son to speak."
"And after Cao Zixiu finalized his idea, Cao Mengde did not interfere much, but readily agreed."
"No matter how good this person is in debating, my subordinates will never agree with him. So being able to do this can only mean that he is delegating power to his son Cao Zixiu."
"In my opinion, it is rare for even a biological father and son to be able to achieve this."
"It can be seen from this that Cao Mengde is a man with a broad mind, knows people well and uses them well. He seems to have the opportunity to hide the universe, and he can be said to be a person who can achieve great things!"
As soon as this statement came out.
Liu Biao was suddenly a little stunned.
But after being stunned for a few seconds, he quickly woke up and burst out laughing.
"well said!"
"Be broad-minded, know people well and use them well. It sounds easy but it is difficult to do!"
"Even if I were asked to do it, I would never let Qi'er and Cong'er interfere with my ideas."
…
After admiring for a while.
Liu Biao thought for a moment and then made up his mind.
I immediately wrote another document.
Then he said to Han Song: "The Cao family wants to go south to seize Yuzhou. They can't do it with white teeth and closed eyes."
"I think he probably represents himself as the governor of Yuzhou, so that his name can be justified."
"You send one person to take this document. As long as someone from the Cao family goes south to take office as the governor of Yuzhou, he will present a congratulatory message in my name."
"I, Liu Biao, the governor of Jingzhou, am willing to recognize the Cao family's orthodoxy in Yuzhou."
…
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