Xu Du was on the official road to Luoyang. It was already noon and the sun was shining brightly.
The army led by brothers Cao Zhang, Xu Shu and Xia Hou advanced slowly towards Luoyang. The whole team marched neatly and with great momentum, showing their majestic momentum.
The army moved forward slowly. At this time, they had entered Yingchuan County. The official road was lined with patches of wheat fields.
At this time, the wheat is far from the mature season and is in a green state. Looking from a distance, it looks like a rippling green sea.
The sun shines on the wheat field, making the entire wheat field shine with golden light.
Several farmers were working hard in the wheat fields. They were all wearing shabby coarse clothes and stepped on the ground with bare feet. Their bodies were covered with loess, and sweat was constantly flowing down their heads and arms.
Some of them were cultivating the land with hoes. When the soil was turned over, a refreshing soil smell came out. As a summer wind blew by, it brought the fragrance of soil to the nostrils of Cao Zhang and others. a feeling of.
On the fields in the countryside, several scholars dressed in elegant cloth and carrying schoolbags appeared. They were either standing on the edge of the fields observing, reciting poems and practicing compositions, or talking loudly and expressing their views on current events.
Cao Zhang's army passed by, and he deliberately listened to the conversations of a few scholars. Although their opinions were still a little immature, it could be heard that some of them still had a sense of the overall situation. With a little training and refinement, they could become officials and serve in politics and serve the country. Serve.
A group of jumping children appeared on the edge of the field in the distance, with bright smiles on their young faces. They held hands, played in the wheat fields, and sang nursery rhymes. The innocent singing echoed over the fields, like a clear spring flowing deep in the hearts of Cao Zhang and others.
Cao Zhang was infected by this innocent singing, and memories of the original owner's childhood emerged in his mind. When he was a child, he had played with his elder brother, younger brother, Xia Houba, and Xia Hojuan like this. It was an innocent and happy time.
Nowadays, times have changed and wars continue, making it difficult to have such peace. Even the childhood closeness between brothers no longer exists, only intrigues and fights for power.
When Cao Zhang thought of this, he couldn't help but sigh softly, lamenting the impermanence of the world.
It has been some time since I traveled through time, and I have become more and more accustomed to the identity of "Cao Zhang". I have also accepted the relationships and emotions with the people around me, and gradually integrated into the world, and I have this sense of empathy.
Xia Houshang didn't realize Cao Zhang's inner feelings, and couldn't help but praise: "It is said that Yingchuan has outstanding people and countless talents. When I saw him today, it turned out to be true."
After hearing what he said, Cao Zhang came back to his senses and echoed: "Yes, in this field, you can see scholars talking about political affairs everywhere, and the nursery rhymes sung by children are also quite meaningful. Yingchuan is really a holy place for talents."
"When it comes to talents in Yingchuan, I'm afraid Xun Lingjun and Military Advisor Guo are the most famous, right?" Xia Houru asked.
Cao Zhang nodded: "Jun Lin is right. Xun Lingjun and Military Advisor Guo can indeed be regarded as the best talents in Yingchuan at that time. Xun Lingjun is wise and intelligent. He proposed to his father that he should serve as the emperor and command the ministers. Not only did he protect the Han Dynasty and the court, he also He has also accumulated enough popularity for his father. It is absolutely appropriate for the world to call him a talented person."
Xia Houshang also nodded and said: "Yes, not to mention Military Advisor Guo. Although he is only thirty years old, he is very resourceful. Sikong's victory in several battles was all due to his strategies."
Xia Houru also agrees: "Sikong is now able to lead the ministers and become the leader of the hundred officials, which is inseparable from the help of Xun Lingjun and Guo Military Advisor. They have used their talents to the fullest and achieved extraordinary results. Their thoughts and vision are all revealed They show extraordinary intelligence and insight. They are true sages. It also proves that the statement of many talents in Yingchuan is true."
"Since there are so many talents in Yingchuan, we might as well camp here today and experience some of the outstanding people in Yingchuan!" Cao Zhang gave the order to set up camp at this time.
"Setting up camp?" Xiahou Shang was stunned and expressed his concern to Cao Zhang, "We are setting up camp just after noon? We have made an itinerary to reach Luoyang in five days. I'm afraid it's not good to delay like this?"
"It doesn't matter, just rest early today and set off early tomorrow. Besides, it doesn't matter if it's one day earlier or one day later, as long as we can defeat Li Jue on time. Don't worry, Boyan, just go and pass on my military orders!" Cao Zhang said disapprovingly! responded, adhering to his instructions.
Seeing Cao Zhang's insistence, Xia Houshang and Xia Houru couldn't say much, so they could only accept the order and leave, and ordered the army to stop and camp.
Xu Shu, who had been silent until now, came to Cao Zhang's side and whispered: "Young Master wants to spread suspicion, let them pass the news on, and then secretly arrange Gong Ming's operation, right?"
Cao Zhang smiled and nodded: "The one who knows me is Yuan Zhiye! Maybe it won't be long before Yingchuan will have another talented person who is famous all over the world!"
When Cao Zhang said this, he looked at Xu Shu with deep meaning. He was convinced that if Li Jue won the battle, he would gain fame and Xu Shu would become a famous counselor in the world.
His life and destiny will also change completely. He will no longer be the person who "entered Cao Ying" without saying a word and living his whole life doing nothing.
Xu Shu felt the expectation in Cao Zhang's eyes, and quickly lowered his head and responded: "Thank you for your love, sir. Once upon a time, I was full of ideals in my heart, but I never had the right opportunity to express them."
"Today, I am fortunate to have the favor of the young master and recruit me to serve under his command, giving me an opportunity to show what I have learned throughout my life. Please rest assured, young master, Xu Shu will do his best to help the young master achieve his great career!"
"Yuanzhi, you are one of my most important assistants. I admire your intelligence and insights. I believe that as long as our monarchs and ministers are united, the twenty-year unification period set by us when we first met will be completely possible. .”
Xu Shu looked at Cao Zhang respectfully: "Sir, no matter how tortuous the road ahead is, I am willing to walk with you and create glory together."
Cao Zhang felt Xu Shu's firm eyes and smiled: "Yuan Zhi, we are about to face a difficult battle, but with you by our side, I believe we will succeed!"
After Cao Zhang finished speaking, he took out a small bamboo tube that had been prepared from his arms. The gaps in the bamboo tube had been sealed with fire paint.
"Season!" Cao Zhang greeted Li Jin behind him.
Li Jin quickly rode forward, came to Cao Zhang, and saluted respectfully.
Cao Zhang handed the bamboo tube in his hand to Li Jin and whispered: "Ji Ji, go to Gongming's rear team in person, give him this secret letter, and let him follow the plan to ensure the success of the first battle!"
Li Jin reached out to take the secret letter, bowed his hand to Cao Zhang, and then quickly turned his horse in the opposite direction of the army.
Cao Zhang and Xu Shu watched Li Jin go away, their eyes full of hope, hoping that Xu Huang would follow the plan and win...
