The content of the letter is: "I used to sworn brothers with Uncle Liu, and swore to live and die together, the emperor, the emperor, the queen, and the earth, and they all testified. Before Xiapi fell, you also promised the three things I asked for. Now I know it. The news about my elder brother is that he is staying with Yuan Shao in Hebei. Recalling the previous covenant, how could it be easily violated? Although the new kindness is heavy, the previous loyalty cannot be forgotten. I specially left a letter to say goodbye. I hope it can be seen clearly that there is still some kindness. There is no repayment, and I hope to repay it in the years to come." After the letter was written, someone was sent to Cao Cao's mansion. Then Guan Yu sealed up all the supplies, gold and silver and other financial items donated by Cao Cao, then hung the seal of Hou Tinghou of the Han Dynasty at the door, and invited the two ladies to get on the carriage. Guan Yu rode the red rabbit horse and held the Qinglong Yanyue Sword in his hand. , led the veterans and entourage in front, escorted the carriage of the two ladies and went out through the north gate.
The guards at the north gate blocked the way, and Guan Yu shouted loudly. No one else dared to step forward. News of Guan Yu's execution of Yan Liang and Wen Chou spread everywhere. Guan Yu was now a god of war in Xudu.
After walking out of the north gate, Guan Yu told his entourage: "You only need to escort the carriage all the way. If there are people chasing you, I will personally stop them. Don't disturb the two ladies."
So the entourage pushed the cart and set off from the official road.
Although Cao Cao had a sign, there were many advisers and warriors inside, all discussing the final solution to Guan Yu's departure. Suddenly someone came to report and handed Guan Yu's letter to Cao Cao. Cao Cao quickly read it and sighed. : "Guan Yu is determined to leave."
Someone else reported: "Guan Yu has left from the north gate, and there are about twenty people in his entourage and carriage. They are walking all the way north."
Someone else reported that Guan Yu had sealed his house and kept all the beauties, gold and silver given by the prime minister. At the same time, the seal of the Hou Pavilion of the Han Dynasty was also hung on the door of the hall, and none of the personnel sent by him were brought. Let's go, just taking away the original entourage and some luggage, and headed towards the north.
Everyone else was silent, but suddenly a general stepped forward and said: "I am willing to lead three thousand cavalry to capture Guan Yu alive and present it to the prime minister." Everyone saw that this man was General Cai Yang.
In Liu Bei's camp in Hebei, Yu Yi sat opposite Liu Bei. After Liu Bei sent the secret letter, he basically grasped the general direction. Logically speaking, Guan Yu's itinerary was confirmed. He should be happy, but he always lamented. .
Someone asked the reason, but Yu Yi just smiled and said: "In this situation, even if my second brother wants to leave and Cao Cao agrees, can his men agree? Otherwise, it will be a life-and-death situation. That would be bad. "
Liu Bei sighed: "Do you have any good ideas?"
Yu Yi nodded and said: "I got news earlier that when my second brother surrendered to Cao Cao, Zeng Jin made a three-part agreement with Cao Cao. Now Cao Cao and Yuan Shao are fighting for the territory of the Central Plains. It is important to win people's hearts and guard them. If he doesn't keep his promise, I think burning bridges across rivers will not help him recruit wise men, so the eldest brother does not need to worry. At most, the second brother will experience some difficulties when passing through some checkpoints, and he will eventually come out."
During the discussion, someone suddenly reported that Yuan Shao was coming. After hearing the news, Liu Bei went to greet him without putting on his shoes.
Yuan Shao saw Liu Bei wearing pajamas and no shoes from a distance, so he came out to greet him and asked, "What's going on?"
Yu Yi also followed out at this time, and helped Liu Bei reply: "My eldest brother knew that Duke Ming came to visit, and he was so happy that he even forgot what he was wearing."
Yuan Shao nodded, pointed at Liu Bei and said to everyone: "See, this is a wise minister. If I follow your advice, I will be accused of framed Zhongliang."
The three of them sat down. Yu Yi and Liu Bei looked at each other and knew Yuan Shao's intention, so Yu Yi said: "My eldest brother's letter has been sent. We have received news that my second brother Guan Yu has escorted the convoy to set off."
Yuan Shao looked at the people next to him, nodded, and said, "I just got this news, and I'm here to congratulate you."
Liu Bei bowed and said, "We should congratulate Duke Ming. With my second brother Guan Yu, Cao's army will definitely be defeated!"
Yu Yi also echoed: "The time for Ming Gong to dominate the Central Plains is coming."
As soon as the two complimented him, Yuan Shao felt like he was flying into the sky. He was in a good mood. He immediately asked someone to bring a banquet and prepared to have a big drink.
In Daoxiang Village, everything was still developing peacefully. Due to surveillance, several main characters had no way to escape. They could only agree on a secret place late at night to have contacts. There were also some secret codes on the street. After Wu successfully joined the secret organization, I made a large map, and then analyzed the various aspects of the form, and let some elites explore it. The preliminary work was mainly based on the existing foundation, continuing to deepen the understanding of the local cultural conditions and terrain, and making some preparations. .
Lei Chunze also returned to the professional side of manufacturing weapons. He was not good at strategy and could only do technical things. He was happy to see his children and wife by his side.
In Maocheng, Yu Yi met a vengeful young man named Sikong Xuan. Later, on the way to Daoxiang Village, Sikong Xuan came to seek refuge, so Yu Yi took him in. After all, the Yunnan plan was imperative, and some necessary talents were also needed. Slowly closing.
After Sikong Xuan came out of the cell, he did not quickly integrate into the life of Daoxiang Village. Before Yuyi left, he introduced a place to Sikong Xuan and took out the important books such as "Lu's Spring and Autumn" that he had collected before and asked him to Concentrating on reading, Sikong Xuan is a big bookworm. He didn't go out for several days, just reading there.
In Xudu, the news of Guan Yu's departure spread quickly. Among the generals under Cao Cao, in addition to Zhang Liao who had a good relationship with Guan Yu, there was also a general named Xu Huang who also had a good relationship with Guan Yu. Others also I am very impressed, especially his martial arts. There was only one newcomer, Cai Yang, who was not convinced. Hearing that Guan Yu left like this, he felt dissatisfied and prepared to lead his troops to chase him.
Cao Cao closed his eyes. He knew that there was no way to avoid this day, but he did not expect that it would come so soon. He made a decision immediately and said: "I have not forgotten my old master. I will explain everything clearly when I come and go. He is a real man, you must follow his example and don’t chase after him.”
Cheng Yujin said: "The Prime Minister treated him very kindly. Now he actually leaves without saying goodbye. He talks nonsense in his heart and offends your majesty. It is really a big sin. Besides, releasing him back to Yuan Shao will make Yuan Shao even more powerful. Why not just go Chase them down to avoid future troubles."
Cao Cao sighed: "I promised him before, and we made a three-part agreement. Now that he leaves, he has not violated anything. I can't lose my credibility. Everyone is doing it for their own careers, so don't pursue it!"
