Chen Zhou went home and spent the night with his wives.
Early the next morning, I went to visit Cao Cao.
"Here comes Watari!"
Cao Cao warmly invited him to sit down and said: "You did a great job in Lujiang, haha... You easily made Liu Bei and Sun Quan busy, and you also helped us get a general who can lead the navy, and a hundred A warship, not bad!”
Chen Zhou said modestly: "It's just a coincidence that I happened to achieve so many things. The main reason is that they kept giving me opportunities."
Cao Cao laughed loudly and said: "I can only say that it is Sun Quan and Liu Bei who are unlucky."
Chen Zhou asked: "How are Xu Shu and Pang Tong doing now?"
He had no hope for Pang Tong.
But it is still possible for Xu Shu to conquer him.
"Xu Shu was willing to surrender and was convinced by Wen Ruo."
Cao Cao said: "But it was Du Zhi who said a lot to him in advance and moved his mind, so that Wen Ruo could succeed. As for Pang Tong, he is a bit stubborn. He said he was willing to help us, but in fact he did nothing."
"What do you think of Watanabe?"
he asked rhetorically.
Chen Zhou said: "Pang Tongyi is determined to assist Liu Bei. It is still Mr. Shui Jing's arrangement. It is difficult to convince him. I am not confident. It is better to keep him under house arrest and still not let him meet Xu Shu. My lord, if you really feel that something is wrong, you can learn from Liu Bei and think of a way to make him die without any reason."
Since he can't be used by me, then this person has no right to live.
If you survive, you may end up next to the enemy again.
Kill with one knife, finish a hundred with one blow.
Cruelty is a bit cruel, but for long-term considerations, it doesn't matter.
Troubled times are inherently cruel.
"It would be a pity to kill him."
Cao Cao still couldn't bear it.
Although Pang Tong never gave him any advice, after testing by Xun Yu and others, it was certain that Pang Tong was a capable person.
Killing him rashly is really hard to bear.
Chen Zhou said: "Whether to kill or not depends on how the lord arranges it. If the lord is confident that he can control him, but feels pity, then he will remain under house arrest until we calm the world and see what he thinks in his heart."
This approach is in line with Cao Cao's heart.
"I'll think about it again."
Cao Cao said.
Chen Zhou added: "There shouldn't be anything special happening in Xudu recently, right? If not, I will go back and lie down."
Cao Cao knew that Chen Zhou didn't want to work, so he envied Chen Zhou's casualness and said: "Let's go back across the river. Thank you for your hard work in Lujiang for so long."
Chen Zhou shook his head and smiled helplessly: "Such hard work can still be rewarded. My lord can give me more in the future."
Is it hard?
not at all.
He spent most of his time in Lujiang playing, and he even gained weight.
Farewell to Cao Cao, Chen Zhou left the Prime Minister's Mansion.
When he got outside, he didn't know what to do, so he went to Taixue and saw Cao Ang here. He chatted with Cao Ang about other things, then went to take a look at the library, and soon he had nothing to do again.
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Xiangyang.
Chen Gong has finally returned after a long journey.
After helping Han Sui plan everything, he set out on his return journey.
On the way, we have to pass through Cao Cao's territory, and we need to be very careful to avoid all risks of discovery before we can pass through the Qinling Mountains, exit at Wuguan, and return to Xiangyang.
It took a long time.
At this time, Xiangyang completely changed.
Liu Qi's brother was gone, Liu Bei successfully obtained Jingzhou, and most of the wealthy families surrendered.
When Chen Gong got the news, he was also excited. Killing Liu Qi was his plan, and he could finally make a contribution.
In addition, he also returned with meritorious service this time, which could probably offset Xu Shu's mistake in that matter.
Entering the city, first go to the Prefectural Mufu.
This mansion is now occupied by Liu Bei.
When he heard that Chen Gong was back, Liu Bei went out to greet him, but he was still very enthusiastic.
"Gongtai!"
When Liu Bei saw the dusty Chen Gong, he immediately used his personality charm and greeted Chen Gong for a while to show his respect for Chen Gong, and then took the people to the meeting hall.
Zhuge Liang learned that Chen Gong was back and rushed over immediately.
"Gongtai, how's it going?"
Zhuge Liang was the first to ask.
Chen Gong smiled confidently and said: "Thank you! It took me so long to come back, mainly to help Han Sui plan a lot of follow-up things. The plan may not be realized this year, but in the spring of next year, Liangzhou will definitely be in chaos, and Yongzhou will also have chaos. It might be a mess."
The development time they want can be obtained by fighting for it.
Liu Bei relaxed and said, "Thank you for your hard work."
Chen Gongzuo bowed and said: "I did this to avenge my crime and make meritorious service. The losses I caused to my lord before can finally be made up for. Thank you lord for giving me the opportunity."
Liu Bei looked indifferent, shook his head and said: "What happened before was all accidents, so we won't mention it anymore. Kong Ming, what should we do next?"
Zhuge Liang said: "Pay close attention to the situation in Liangzhou, especially next year when turmoil breaks out. If necessary, we can give Han Sui some strategic help. In addition..."
He thought for a while and continued: "Half a month ago, I went to visit Uncle Huang. He wanted to match me up with his daughter Yueying. I have also met Yueying. Although she is not a beautiful girl, she is beautiful. My heart, we fell in love at first sight. I chatted with Yueying for two days, and unexpectedly found that she was proficient in making mechanisms, and also made a repeating crossbow that can continuously fire crossbows, as well as many other weapons. It happened that I was very interested in There is also considerable research in this area, and I will try my best to use these weapons in the military."
"Really?"
Liu Bei said in surprise.
I didn't expect Zhuge Liang to be able to bring such a surprise to himself.
Zhuge Liang nodded, indicating that it was true, and said: "Xiang Lang, the magistrate of Linju County, was my senior brother when I was studying with Mr. Shui Jing. Although his ability is not as good as that of Shi Yuan and I, he can be used by your lord. I have written to tell him Senior brother, please also ask the lord to issue an order to let him come to Xiangyang to take up a post."
Hearing that he was Mr. Shui Jing's disciple again, Liu Bei was full of expectations for Xiang Lang: "I will send the transfer order in a minute."
Although not as powerful as Wolong Fengxiao, she should be able to keep up with Xu Shu.
He is almost as capable as Xu Shu, which is enough for him.
Mr. Shui Jing is really powerful. He has so many disciples. The most important thing is that these disciples are willing to help him support the Han Dynasty.
This is great!
Even Chen Gong expressed envy when he saw this, feeling that Zhuge Liang had a profound background.
When he was in Yanzhou, his background could be so profound.
It's just that the Yanzhou rebellion failed, and their local wealthy family was almost wiped out by Cao Cao.
For example, Zhang Miao and others were basically exterminated. Now that I think about it, it is a pity and hateful. It was the hatred for Cao Cao.
"Thank you Kong Ming for doing so much for me!"
Liu Bei bowed solemnly.
This is also the courtesy he should do.
Zhuge Liang stood up, turned slightly, not daring to accept such a great gift, and said, "My lord, there is one last thing that needs to be done."
Liu Bei said: "Kong Ming, please tell me!"
Zhuge Liang slowly said two words: "Train troops!"
