After Chen Gong separated from Cao Cao that day, he went to Dongjun where he worked and had a good relationship with Tao Qian. When he heard that Cao Cao was going to raise troops to attack Xuzhou and threatened to massacre the city, he went to Cao Cao personally to persuade him to give up this idea. plan.
Cao Cao was a little excited when he heard about Chen Gong's arrival, but when he thought that he was Tao Qian's lobbyist, he didn't want to see him. However, he remembered that he had saved his life when he was fleeing before, so it was impossible not to see him, so he asked He entered the tent.
Chen Gong paid his respects and said: "I heard that Duke Ming attacked Xuzhou in order to avenge his father's hatred. After he got Xuzhou, he wanted to massacre the people of Xuzhou, so he came here to give advice. It is well known that Tao Qian is a very good person. He is usually very kind and righteous, and he is definitely not a person who forgets his own righteousness. Your father was killed. It was Zhang Kai's fault, not Tao Qian's problem. Taking a step back, what does this matter have to do with the people of Xuzhou? Well, what grudge can they have against you? If you do this, it will definitely bring bad omens. I hope you can think twice."
Cao Cao was very angry after hearing this, thinking that you left me at that time, and now you came to persuade me, saying: "Humph, you abandoned me and left without saying a word, how can you come to see me now? Tao Qian, he Don’t you know Zhang Kai’s nature? He obviously had ulterior motives for sending such a person to escort my father. He killed my father. I vowed to dig out his gallbladder and heart to avenge him! Although you I'm speaking for Tao Qian, if I don't listen to you, what do you want?"
Chen Gong originally thought that he could persuade Cao Cao to give up the plan, but he didn't expect that Cao Cao still had some resentment towards him, which in turn aggravated Cao Cao's hatred. He could only bow to him and left the camp, sighing: "I don't have the face to see Tao Qian again." I can only pray for him!" So he rode in the direction of Chenliu, intending to join Zhang Miao, the prefect of Chenliu.
Chen Gong's persuasion did not stop the progress of the matter, but had the opposite effect. Cao Cao's army killed local people wherever they passed, dug local tombs, and obtained a lot of gold and silver treasures, which further increased his military expenditure.
When Tao Qian was in Xuzhou, he heard about Cao Cao. He didn't expect that he could really do such a thing and kill people. He raised his head and looked at the sky and cried loudly, saying: "It's all my fault. Now Xuzhou City The people suffered such disasters because of me, I am really guilty."
So he summoned Xuzhou's important officials to discuss and seek good strategies. Cao Bao said: "Cao Cao's army is very close to Xuzhou. He will definitely attack the city and seize the territory. So how can we stay here and wait for a while. I am willing to assist the prefect to resist Cao's army."
Tao Qian had no choice but to follow Cao Bao's words and lead the Xuzhou army to meet the enemy. The two armies faced off. Tao Qian saw from a distance that all Cao's troops were wearing white accessories, as if they were covered with a layer of snow. The Chinese army erected a white flag with the four characters "Revenge" written on it. The troops and horses were lined up in a formation. Cao Cao personally rode out into the battle, dressed in plain clothes. He was obviously Dai Xiao going into battle. When he saw Tao Qian, he put his braids up and pointed at Tao Qian and cursed.
Tao Qian also walked out of the team. He remained unmoved by Cao Cao's vicious words. It was obvious that he was very well-educated. He saluted Cao Cao and said, "I actually just want to make friends with you and asked Zhang Kai to escort you." Father, it was also out of concern for his personal safety, but I really couldn’t imagine that this person had such a sinister heart and that’s why such a tragic thing happened. This is really not my problem and I hope Ming Gong can understand.”
Naturally, Cao Cao didn't buy it and cursed: "You old man, you killed my father, and you are still here pretending to be pitiful and talking nonsense. It is really hateful. Who of you can capture this old thief alive?"
Xiahou Dun stepped out of the queue and walked towards Tao Qian. Tao Qian knew that explanations had no effect, so he retreated. At this time, Cao Bao stood up and attacked Xiahou Dun. The two horses crossed each other and fought for several rounds. Suddenly the weather on the battlefield appeared. There was a sudden change, and a strong wind blew up. The troops on both sides were frightened, and they had no choice but to retreat first and withdraw their troops.
In the past few times, Jia Xu came to see Yu Yi. This time, Yu Yi went to Jia Xu and said, "Cao Cao should be approaching the city now. If you are Tao Qian, what should you do at this time?"
Jia Xu smiled and said: "I can't be him. Even if it were him, I wouldn't make such a stupid mistake."
"Then what should Tao Qian do? Could it be that the people of Xuzhou City can only suffer this fate?"
Yu Yi still felt it was a pity. In his heart, he wanted to help the people of Xuzhou tide over the difficulties.
"Haha, haven't you already sent people to Xuzhou City to ask the people to evacuate Xuzhou early and come back after the news has passed?"
Jia Xu looked sideways at Yu Yi and touched his beard.
Yu Yi said: "It seems that everything can't be hidden from sir, but the effect is very small. Most people in Xuzhou are unwilling to move away. They don't believe that Cao Cao will really massacre the city."
"So they have to pay with their lives!"
This sentence suddenly trembled in Yu Yi's heart. He thought to himself, as Jia Xu said, Confucianism is all about supporting the weak and the poor. However, some people's weakness and poverty are the result of stupidity, and stupidity always requires some sacrifice. Paying the price, he bowed to Jia Xu and said, "I've been taught, farewell!"
Jia Xu looked at Yu Yi's back and thought to himself, this young man has a strong learning ability and will become a great person in time.
In Xuzhou City, Tao Qian was forced to have no choice. He discussed with everyone and said: "Cao Cao brought too many people this time, and we in Xuzhou cannot resist it. I should tie myself up and go to Cao Cao's house." Let him slaughter you in the camp, maybe his anger will dissipate, and the lives of the people in Xuzhou County can be saved."
Before he finished speaking, a man suddenly stepped forward and spoke, saying: "Your reputation is very good in the minds of the people of Xuzhou, and the people are grateful to you. Now, although Cao Cao has many troops and horses, they are very powerful, but they may not be able to do it." Destroy our city. As long as the governor unites the power of the people and holds on, things will turn around. Although I have no talent, I am willing to assist the governor in making plans so that Cao Cao will die without a burial place this time."
This sentence undoubtedly aroused the hope of the current personnel. Everyone asked what kind of strategy it was. Please tell me quickly.
Tao Qian looked at him. He didn't know him very well, so he asked the people around him, "He is from Qu County, Donghai. His surname is Mi, his given name is Zhu, and his courtesy name is Zizhong."
Asking where he came from, he said: "He is a businessman from Xuzhou. He has been rich for generations. He once went to Luoyang to do business. When he came back by car, he met a beautiful woman and asked to ride with him. She got down and walked to her. The carriage was handed over to the woman, and the woman asked to get in the carriage with her. He sat aside, never squinting his eyes or having any other thoughts. After walking for several miles, the beautiful woman said goodbye and left."
