Lao Cao held Fang La's left arm, and Fang La held Lao Cao's right hand. Their heads were close to each other, chattering to each other. Although I didn't know what to say, there was a strange intimacy, whether it was Liangshan or Mingjiao. The heroes couldn't help but stare straight at him.
The Liangshan heroes were just curious, while the Mingjiao people couldn't help but look forward to it.
In particular, Shi Bao, who has been with Lao Cao for a long time, has already seen that this person is rare in the world in terms of his vision, broadmindedness, and ability and strategy. Most of the heroes of the Ming Cult are proud of their bravery, but they have suffered consecutive defeats. Apart from feeling depressed, they even want to follow Ji Wei. , together they have done something earth-shattering.
However, Fang Laruo is still in a coma. Once he wakes up, Shi Bao and others will find it difficult to control themselves. Otherwise, how can a hero in the world survive without the word "righteousness"?
I saw the two of them talking for a long time, and suddenly they laughed at the same time. Fang La said loudly: "A gentleman's word?" Lao Cao laughed and said: "Hurry up and whip!" The two hit each other with their palms, obviously reaching a consensus.
Fang La's spirits improved obviously. He sat up straight and looked around. Suddenly he saw blood stains on Deng Yuanjue's clothes. He felt slightly guilty and nodded to him and said: "Old Deng, my brother just lost his mind and went crazy. If you are unhappy, I will take care of you." Now that you are well, I will pour you a drink to make amends."
When Deng Yuanjue heard this, he shook his big, bald head and said, "I don't dare, because I am useless."
Fang La sighed, looked at everyone and said: "Our Yongle Dynasty is just like yesterday's spring dream. Now that we are awake, we don't need to mention it again. Everyone among you, those who look up to Fang, still call him brother, and those who don't look down on him call him saint. Whether you're a male or a birdman, it's up to you."
Everyone was shocked when they saw that he looked down on the situation. They all looked at Lao Cao, wondering how he could persuade the frustrated Fang La.
Cao Cao smiled and said, "You don't have to look at me. I'm just asking you and my brothers to bear witness! My brother was destined by fate and was jealous of his talents. He died on the battlefield. However, how could my father-in-law, a generation of heroes, have no heirs? Therefore, after I got married to Jin Zhi, , when a son is born, he should take his mother’s surname to inherit his father-in-law’s legacy.”
After everyone heard this, they immediately knew that Lao Cao had given all his face and honor to Fang La.
In terms of appearance, although Fang La lost his inheritance, it is okay to say that it was passed down to his son-in-law; in terms of appearance, he was originally a grandson, but now he is a biological grandson, which is naturally very different.
With such a magnificent staircase, no wonder Fang La was willing to come down, and he couldn't help but nod secretly, praising Lao Cao for his righteousness.
When Fang La saw him making a promise in public, he became more and more relieved, and immediately said: "Brothers, Fang's abilities are limited, and he led you to make a scene. I thought this was to conquer the world, but who would have thought that when the officers and soldiers came, they would fall into pieces. If it weren't for me, My dear son-in-law, I am afraid that Mingjiao will be expelled from the list. Only then do I understand that those who have achieved great things since ancient times must be extraordinary people! You are more than capable of measuring a certain amount of things, roaming the world, not enough to compete for the top spot, but not enough to lead the heroes. You are all the talents of the world. , In the future, you should wholeheartedly help my virtuous son-in-law. If he achieves great things, he will have good results like you."
Shi Bao and others were relieved after hearing this, and they all clasped their fists and said, "I will obey my brother's order!"
They all bowed to Lao Cao and said, "My younger brother and others have met my brother from the Wu family!"
Cao Cao smiled and said: "We have been our brothers for a long time, so why do we need to do this? Get up."
The fight was over. Now everyone reorganized the banquet and arranged the seats. Cao Cao and Fang La were at the top of the list. Not long after the food and wine were served, Fang La said: "Xian son-in-law, you said before that I would go to Jiangnan, Shandong, Fusang , is there anything special about these three places?"
Lao Cao secretly praised him for his knowledge. He immediately put down his wine glass and said seriously: "I was about to discuss this matter with my father-in-law. However, these three places have three ways of living, and they are all chosen by my father-in-law."
When everyone heard this, they stopped drinking and wanted to listen to Lao Cao's explanation.
Cao Cao said: "If my father-in-law is tired of fighting, he might as well go to Shandong to live for a long time. There are mountains and seas there, and he will be broad-minded. If he is bored, there are many heroes on Liangshan Mountain, and King Chao Tian has been waiting for him for a long time."
When Fang La heard this, he knew that this was retirement. However, he was under fifty at this time, and because he practiced advanced martial arts, it was inconvenient for him to have sex with his wife. If he just sealed the sword, he would be unwilling to do so.
After thinking for a while, he smiled and said, "Xian Xiang will tell you the other two things."
Cao Cao said: "Although the establishment of the Mingjiao country has not been completed, there are many Mingjiao believers in the land south of the Yangtze River. If my father-in-law does not want to travel far away, he might as well clean up the situation in Jiangnan. If there are changes in the future, the north and the south will respond."
Fang La couldn't help being surprised after hearing this. He looked at Cao Cao blankly and saw his magnanimous face. He couldn't help but sigh: "It's useless for me to boast of being a hero all my life. I just saw a hero's mind today."
Wang Yin, Zu Shiyuan and others were also secretly shocked. When they thought about it, Fang La was the hero of the party after all, and there was still a chance of resurrection. How could Dongshan never rise again? Although it was inconvenient for Cao Cao to kill Fang La, he still had to take precautions to avoid recurrence.
Who would have thought that Lao Cao would actually let him stay in the south of the Yangtze River to recruit his old troops, not caring about the dangers of raising tigers or fighting against his own family? They all secretly admired him.
In fact, they all thought wrong again. Although Lao Cao has a big heart, he is not stupid. If it were Liu Bei, let's see if he would let him go. In the final analysis, he still doesn't care about Fang La——
Raising tigers has its own risks, but who wants to be a tiger? That is Liu Shijun, who "is worthy of sharing the wine cup with his remaining sons", Sun Ce, the "lion son", Sun Quan, who "gives birth to a son like Sun Zhongmou", and no matter how bad he is, he is also a "model in the world" like Yuan Benchu.
In the eyes of Lao Cao, people like Fang La are nothing more than the likes of Zhang Yan and Zang Ba. They are like those who took over Zang Ba and cut Qing and Xu to appoint the two states. They had no suspicion at all. It seemed that they trusted him more than others, but in fact they trusted themselves. Strength too.
Fang La himself, of course, couldn't clearly see the position of his little Kalami. He first suspected that Lao Cao was deceiving him and tested his heart. Then he saw the sincerity in Lao Cao's eyes and said that Cao Cao was really trustworthy in employing people. He couldn't help but be moved.
Immediately he said: "To be honest, my dear son-in-law, my two masters have escaped without a trace. There will be consequences for this matter! Not to mention Master Chen Houtong, Master Wang Gong and Lao Buddha have deep thoughts. Although they clearly regard me as the leader, in fact, He has a conspiracy secretly. He must have left a lot of backup plans. As soon as the officers and soldiers retreat, something will be done! Since your good son-in-law really regards me as a family member, how can you let this old man hold you back? You and me Leave a few of the Liangshan brothers to me so that I can take care of this Ming Cult and leave it completely in your hands."
After hearing this, Cao Cao was moved in his heart: "If my father-in-law said this, this matter is indeed suspicious! My brother Zhu Tong is the most astute of one person. If he is outnumbered and is poisoned by the officers and soldiers, it will be fine. Now he will not be seen alive or dead. The corpse is somehow related to the two old leaders! There is also the two Liangshan brothers who separated before. There is no news so far, which is weird. Originally, the son-in-law also wanted to leave a few brothers to investigate, and it happened that they were all handed over. Ruled by my father-in-law.”
After speaking, he looked at Shi Bao and others, and then said: "Now that we are all one family, my father-in-law does not have to avoid suspicion. Wouldn't it be good for these brothers from Mingjiao, who are familiar with geography and good at teaching, to stay and help my father-in-law?"
He started talking, and Fang La became more and more distressed. After thinking about it for a moment, he shook his head and said, "No! It's not to avoid suspicion. It's just that although these old brothers have amazing talents, they have been together in the world for a long time. We will do big things with you in the future." , how can it be as unruly as it is now? Let me all go with you to Qingzhou, and train with the army to become proficient, so that you can be of great use in the future! I also have people here, I have a disciple Yu Wu Po, although she is a woman, He is also very skilled, but now he is in Quzhou, waiting for me to call him, he will be able to help me."
His words were in full agreement with Lao Cao. He immediately looked at the brothers in Liangshan and said with a smile: "Zhu Tong is missing, and there is no news about Mr. Jin Jian and Lei Heng. Who among you brothers is willing to stay in Jiangnan for a while, and take my brother's place?" Help the Holy Duke and find their traces?"
Li Kui remembered that he had cursed Fang La before, and felt guilty secretly, shaking his head like a rattle: "Brother, Tieniu, don't stay here, we have been away from home for a long time, my Agua must miss her and I."
Seeing his laziness, Lu Zhishen laughed loudly and volunteered: "The Sa family has taken care of this matter for his brother. Then there is my brother Yang Zhi. He once came to the south of the Yangtze River to transport flowers and stones, and he also knew him well, so he stayed with the Sa family. Which brother is willing to stay?"
Ma Ling smiled and said, "Everything is fine, so let me stay here too. If there is an emergency, it will be convenient to report the news to my brothers."
Cao Cao said happily: "I originally thought it would be best for you and Dai Zong to stay together. Since you are willing to be here, you can teach Dai Zong back to the mountain."
Shi Jin said: "My little brother, please stay too, and ask Yang Chun and Chen Da to accompany you."
Fang La counted them and said with a smile: "With these six extravagant heroes, it is enough to make things happen."
Cao Cao said: "The water network in the south of the Yangtze River is dense, which is where the brothers on the water come into play. Turn around and wait until Tong Guan's army retreats. The three heroes of the Ruan family and the four heroes of Taihu will leave a few more to help."
After discussing the matter at that moment, Fang La said again: "Xian son-in-law, although I stay in Jiangnan, I am curious about Fusang. Why do you want me to go to Fusang?"
Cao Cao then talked about his family's capture of Fusang, selecting the most important ones, and finally said with a smile: "Father-in-law, don't blame my son-in-law for being frivolous. At that time, he thought that although the Fusang Kingdom was isolated overseas, it was still the boss's territory after all, and the savages there were left in vain. Wouldn't it be a pity to occupy it? Therefore, it is a plan to let this bird occupy the dove's nest, so that I, the flesh and blood of the Han family, can become his Fuso Emperor!"
Wang Yin, Shi Bao and others had heard about his trip to Fusang before, and knew that he would establish a new emperor and leave some brothers to control the power. Unexpectedly, Lao Cao used a desperate trick to reserve the throne for his own son. They were all dumbfounded. They all call it "luxury cover"!
Lao Cao smiled shyly: "I originally made an appointment with the queen. After returning to the country, I would send a general and five hundred elite soldiers to the east to Fusang to garrison the palace, suppress the rebels, and ensure that my bloodline grows up and fully controls the power of the country. , Unexpectedly, after returning to China, everything was in a hurry and put aside for a while. Therefore, I thought that if my father-in-law had time, he could spread the Mingjiao there, so he established it as the national religion of Fusang, and it will be used for eternity."
Fang La was shocked when he heard what he said: This 'Wu Mengde' is really not afraid of meat and vegetables! How is his move different from Lu Buwei's? Besides, Lu Buwei's ability is limited after all, and he would not dare to recognize his son for the rest of his life. If my son-in-law becomes the emperor, what will happen if he recognizes Fusang's son?
Thinking of this, something clicked in my heart: Oh, didn't he promise a son with the same surname as Jin Zhi? Naturally, it is not the turn of the person named Fang to take over the throne of his Wu family, but after all, he is his son. Even the Fusang bastard can have the throne, but my grandson cannot? Xixia, Tubo, Dali, Jiaozhi, I will try to conquer a country in the future, and then I will make my grandson the emperor. Isn't it allowed for someone named Wu?
The more I thought about it, the more feasible it became: My daughter is young and Wu Zhi is also in her prime. How can a man and his concubine only have one son? Maybe my grandson will inherit the throne. Oh, then one grandson after another, a little emperor and a big emperor... Isn't my old Fang family going to heaven?
Immediately, he slapped his legs and said, "My dear son-in-law! Why didn't you tell me earlier? If I had told you earlier, I, as your father-in-law, would go there for you no matter what. A country's foundation, how can we rest assured if we don't have our own people to protect it?" And your brothers, it’s not good to be wandering outside all the time, someone has to come back to replace them.”
Fang La said with a look of distress: "But it's a big deal here in Jiangnan, so I can't let my master mess around..." He pretended to think, and his eyes turned to Wang Yin.
After all, he is also a powerful man. Don't expect to be played by Lao Cao. That is because his opponent is too strong. For an old villain like Murong Bo who has been plotting and scheming all his life, Fang La can also detect his thoughts and slowly take advantage of him. How can it be that it is easy to be with others if you are alone?
Wang Yin was originally his right-hand envoy and minister of the court, but now he is the father-in-law of Lao Cao like him. How can he remain indifferent in his heart? At that moment, he made a move to push the boat forward - I am working hard for my son-in-law in the south of the Yangtze River, and you, Mr. Wang, are going to Qingzhou to enjoy family happiness? It doesn't exist, old man, roll it up!
Fang La deliberately showed a look of surprise: "Yes! My dear son-in-law, you are busy now. It is time for your father-in-law to help you. I am sitting in the south of the Yangtze River. Isn't your father-in-law Wang just fine? Let him go to Fusang. , take care of your business!"
Wang Yinren was sitting at home when a pot fell from the sky. He was suddenly surprised: "Me? Brother Fang, I haven't seen my daughter in more than 20 years!"
Fang La waved his hand and said: "Brother Wang, you will return to Qingzhou with your son-in-law and reunite with your daughter first. After gathering enough, we will go to Fusang in a few days from Dengzhou. If you miss your daughter, when can you come back to take care of her?" , but it’s much more convenient than being in Jiangnan as my brother.”
Without waiting for Wang Yin's reply, Gu Zi said to Cao Cao: "Xian son-in-law, your father-in-law is skilled in bow and horse. Although you have all the extravagant heroes under your command, I'm afraid there are not many who can get past him and are literate in writing to guard for you." The Fusang complements each other perfectly, so I can exchange it for your godbrother."
Wang Yin shook his head and smiled bitterly, knowing in his heart that this was the jealousy from his peers and a small revenge from the old master. If he refused, wouldn't it make it difficult for his daughter? Immediately he said with emotion: "That's all. Brother Fang strongly recommends it. If Wang refuses it again, he will look lazy. My dear son-in-law, if you can rest assured, I will go to Fusang to take care of you, and let Gao Yu help me. If there is a war with the Jurchens, we will also take a force and go to his hometown to fight."
Gao Yu also said: "I have read thousands of books and traveled thousands of miles. I have always regretted that I have not seen much. Now that I have a foreign country to go to, I am willing to go with Brother Wang!"
Cao Cao was overjoyed when he heard this, stood up and clasped his fists: "If this is the case, Fusang's career is entirely in your hands!"
Two or three days later, Tong Guan suddenly packed up his troops outside and left in a hurry. Cao Cao laughed and said, "The incident in Jinling has happened. Tong Guan is gone and will never come back again."
After all, they had few soldiers, and they had been worried about Tong Guan's attack for the past few days. Now that they saw him retreating, they all breathed a sigh of relief. They immediately sent people to invite Fang Qifu and others back to the cave. Fang Jinzhi was so excited when he saw that his parents were fine and hugged him. After crying for a while, I learned about the death of my younger brother and cried even more.
Cao Cao comforted him for a while, then summoned everyone to tell him all the things that had been decided before. The three heroes of the Ruan family knew that Shang La was not looked down upon by the four heroes of Taihu Lake, so they took the initiative to take the responsibility. Ruan Xiaowu and the four heroes returned to Liangshan and handed over to the navy. affairs, Ruan Xiaoer and Ruan Xiaoqi stayed behind to help Fang La, while reorganizing the Ming Cult and at the same time inquiring about the whereabouts of the three brothers.
Fang La now places his dreams on his future grandchildren and has no other ideas. He tells Shi Bao and others that they must work hard and abide by the rules of Qingzhou. The brothers will go their separate ways and achieve great things in the future. Make a gathering place.
But Li Kui was so lively that he shouted: "Now the Liangshan Mingjiao are all one family, why don't they kill pigs and sheep to offer sacrifices to heaven and earth, just to get some luck?"
After hearing this, everyone praised Li Kui for his carefulness. Zu Shiyuan, who had been managing logistics these days, smiled bitterly: "The food in the cave is almost exhausted. The surrounding villages are also suffering from the harm caused by the officers and soldiers. Where are they looking for pigs at the moment?" Sheep? It’s really not possible, so I have to find an old horse and kill it to replenish the stock.”
Cao Cao shook his head and said: "I fought a bloody battle with the officers and soldiers, and the horses also contributed. Now we are not running out of food, so there is no reason to kill the horses. It really doesn't work, so I sent brother Xia Houcheng to resume his king hunting method. There are no restrictions on roe deer in the mountains. Get one or two to cope with it.”
Fan Rui stood up and said with a smile: "Where can there be such trouble? Isn't it just pigs and sheep? But I have one here."
Everyone was surprised, Zheng Biao was especially surprised: "Brother Taoist, I know that you are good at magic, but do you have the ability to transform into a pig or a sheep?"
There are different teachings: my father-in-law is busy in the internal affairs of Mount Tai, and the scenery of the south of the Yangtze River is long in Japan. There is no retribution in the human world, so I vowed to turn into pigs and sheep.
(End of chapter)
