Under the illumination of the candlelight, Dian Wei, who was already extremely tough, looked even more heroic!
The more Cao Cao watched, the happier he became. He just stared at Dian Wei and even forgot to talk to Yang Ling.
Yang Ling saw this and smiled quickly,
"Mr. Cao, although this is my subordinate, he is my sworn brother, Dian Wei."
The meaning of his words was clear.
Dian Wei is my man, Boss Cao, please don’t have any ideas about him.
Cao Cao smiled.
He originally planned to ask for Dian Wei, but when Yang Ling said this, he felt a little embarrassed.
It doesn't matter, since Dian Wei is Yang Ling's sworn brother.
As long as Yang Ling can be kept, Dian Wei can naturally be kept.
Thinking of this, the smile on Cao Cao's face became a little brighter.
"A few days ago, sir, he gave me a plan to set up the Mojin School Captain, and he also helped General Zilian sort out the military accounts. It can be said that he has done a great job for his hard work."
"Mr. Cao is welcome."
Yang Ling smiled modestly,
"It is a matter of eating the king's salary and being loyal to the king. Since my subordinates have served Duke Cao, they should dedicate themselves to it until they die!"
Cao Cao's eyes lit up.
What a man who worked hard and died!
This person speaks well and is really quick in thinking!
After the two exchanged business boasts, Cao Cao winked at Xiahou Dun and motioned for him to wait outside the tent first.
Seeing this, Yang Ling also asked Dian Wei to leave.
For a time, only Cao Cao and Yang Ling were left in the camp.
"Sir, we will set off tomorrow to join forces with various groups to attack the Dong thief."
"But to be honest, I don't know why I feel uneasy, so I came here to ask sir for advice."
Cao Cao slowly explained his intention.
Yang Ling thought for a while, then chuckled and said,
"Why did Duke Cao go to attack the Dong thief?"
"Of course it is to eradicate the traitors and help the Han Dynasty."
Cao Cao said without hesitation.
However, Yang Ling burst out laughing after hearing this.
This smile made Cao Cao a little confused.
He said displeasedly,
"Why are you laughing, sir? Do you think my ambition is not good enough?"
At this time, Boss Cao was still a passionate young man who only wanted to help the Han Dynasty and had no idea of standing on his own behalf for the Han Dynasty.
Yang Ling calmed down and smiled slightly,
"Mr. Cao has such great ambitions, which really impresses his subordinates."
"But it's a pity that if we go to attack Dong Zhuo, the ending will not be so optimistic!"
Cao Cao frowned slightly, but his expression was somewhat disapproving.
Seeing this, Yang Ling continued,
"This time, apart from Mr. Cao, there are seventeen other people who will join the jujube alliance."
"But the leaders of these seventeen groups, although they all claim to be Han ministers, are actually no different from the princes!"
"They are infighting with each other and seem to be incompatible with each other."
"Except for Mr. Cao, how many of you really want to help the Han Dynasty?"
"More people have ulterior motives and want others to get ahead of themselves so they can take advantage of themselves."
"In this case, even if the coalition forces are strong, how can they defeat the Dong thief?"
Yang Ling's analysis can be said to be well-founded and convincing.
But after hearing this, Cao Cao was still a little skeptical.
After all, he hasn't fought Dong Zhuo yet, and he hasn't even had time to meet with other princes yet.
Why was Yang Ling so sure that the coalition forces could not defeat Dong Zhuo?
"If Mr. Cao doesn't believe it, we can just wait and see what happens."
Of course Yang Ling knew the next historical process, so he smiled and said no more.
Cao Cao was silent for a moment and then said,
"What do you think, sir, about the general trend of the world?"
"The world will be united if it is divided for a long time, and it will be divided if it is united for a long time. First, the Yellow Turbans wreaked havoc, and then the heroes divided their empires. From this point of view, the strength of the Han Dynasty will be exhausted."
Yang Ling said calmly.
Such words can be described as treason!
If people in the court heard it, Yang Ling would inevitably be arrested for the crime of misleading the public with his evil words.
But Cao Cao remained silent.
He was filled with passion and just wanted to regain the Han Dynasty, but he could also feel that what Yang Ling said was absolutely right!
"Although there are many heroes in the world, there is only one person who can unify the world and bring peace to the universe!"
"Who is that person?"
Cao Cao couldn't help but ask.
"Far away, yet so close."
Yang Ling stared at Cao Cao with burning eyes.
Cao Cao's heart skipped a beat.
He never expected that his status in Yang Ling's heart would be so high!
"Sir, you are a bit exaggerated."
"No praise."
Yang Ling waved his hand and smiled,
"Gong Cao has great ambitions, a good plan, and he is a man of talent. He knows people well and is responsible for their duties. He can definitely be called a hero!"
After listening to this series of comments, Cao Cao was flattered and even felt a little elated.
"Sir, you have great talent, but it is really unfair for you to be in charge of food and supplies."
Cao Cao smiled and said,
"How about sir becoming our army's marching commander?"
"No, no, no, no, I'm having a good time here!"
Yang Ling shook his head repeatedly.
joke.
Even though Cao Cao only has generals such as Xia Houyuan under his command now, when it develops in the future, the internal forces will be complicated and there will be many factions.
If you are not careful, you may be shattered to pieces.
It is better to be a petty official who looks after supplies and food, and while fishing with peace of mind, he can advise Cao Cao and defeat Liu Bei.
In the future, when Cao Cao becomes rich, even if he has no merit, he still has to work hard, and he will be able to enjoy the glory and wealth.
Isn't it beautiful?
Cao Cao persuaded Yang Ling for a while, but seeing that Yang Ling had already made up his mind, he couldn't insist any longer.
So the two chatted for a while, and Cao Cao stood up and left.
After leaving Yang Ling's residence, Cao Cao's steps were much brisker and he even hummed a ditty.
Xiahou Dun on the side couldn't help but ask,
"Lord, what on earth did Yang Ling talk to you about to make you feel so relaxed?"
Cao Cao chuckled and briefly recounted the conversation between himself and Yang Ling.
"Although this man is bold and outspoken in his words and deeds, he is extremely humble and always considers the lord. From this point of view, he is not someone sent by Dong Zhuo."
Xiahou Dun said thoughtfully.
"You are right, I think so too."
Cao Cao nodded in agreement.
Regardless of whether Yang Ling's analysis of world events is correct or not, his attitude tonight alone is enough to prove that he is sincerely serving him!
Whatever.
Let's see if the conquest of Dong Zhuo is as Yang Ling expected.
If he really got it right, I would just reward him well.
Cao Cao made up his mind.
…
Early the next morning.
Cao Jun packed his bags and set foot on the road to Jujube.
Unlike the soldiers who were marching nervously, Yang Ling was quite leisurely.
He lay on the carriage, leaning against the sacks containing grain, basking in the sun comfortably.
Dian Wei was sitting in front, driving the carriage, and asked in muttering,
"Brother, Mr. Cao wants to promote you, why don't you agree?"
"Why should I be promoted? Isn't it good for me to be like this?"
Yang Ling held a piece of grass in her mouth and asked with a smile.
"A man should be on the battlefield, fighting hard and making achievements. How can he spend his whole life doing nothing?!"
Dian Wei said seriously.
