[Three Kingdoms] Carnival

For Guo Jia, this should be the third time he saw Cao Cao in his life, and the last time, he was destined to lose his life's choice.

As far as Cao Cao was concerned, when he saw this green-clothed scholar with a calm smile like a stroll in the courtyard again, he was obviously taken aback, and then all the panic from three years ago jumped into his mind, even Every word the other party said is still fresh in my memory.

After all, he was in a state of high alert and tension at that time, and the memory preserved by a person in that state is enough to last for many years.

And when Guo Jia heard Cao Cao mentioning it, he just frowned slightly, and then smiled and apologized: "Oh, is that so? Jia doesn't remember ever meeting Cao Cao. Jia has a bad memory, so please ask Cao Gonghai Han .”

Cao Cao's mood of holding his breath and not knowing what to say at the moment is exactly the same as that of Guo Jia at that time.

"...In Mr. Yu's opinion, what is the most important thing about being a counselor?" In order to alleviate the embarrassment, Cao Cao calmly changed the topic back to the topic.

Now that the matter was mentioned, Guo Jia's expression became more serious: "For a strategist, familiarizing himself with the art of war and arranging troops according to the rules are just the beginning. The most important thing is the ability to adapt to the situation and defeat the enemy first."

"Sir, how can we overcome the enemy first?"

"If you want to defeat the enemy first, the most important thing is to grasp the enemy's intelligence in advance." Guo Jia said, "It's like playing chess with others. Only after seeing the layout of the opponent's pieces clearly can you drop your own piece. And if you know the opponent in advance It is possible to predict the opponent's next move in advance... or, to defeat the enemy outside the battlefield, to obtain the best strategy of 'surrender without fighting'."

"Since Mr. understands the importance of information so much—" Jian Mei raised his eyebrows slightly, Cao Cao's phoenix eyes were dark and stared at Guo Jia, and the coercion of being the leader of the party poured out, "Then, those people who Gu saw back then , Was it cultivated by Mister for gathering intelligence?"

"What is Minggong talking about? Jia doesn't understand." However, under the coercion, Guo Jia's smile remained meaningful, "Jia, I have never met Minggong before. The people Minggong said, Jia I really don't know."

...Cao Cao began to think seriously, Guo Jia agreed to stay, was it really not to anger him?Has he offended Guo Jia?

In the next second, he suddenly realized that Guo Jia's address had been changed in what he just said, and the meaning behind the changed address was self-evident.

Seeing Guo Jia straighten his clothes, he folded his sleeves and bowed to Cao Cao respectfully in a standard and non-standard posture: "If Meng Minggong does not give up, Jia is willing to assist Minggong to achieve the cause in Minggong's heart."

After finishing speaking, Guo Jia slightly raised his head to look at Cao Cao, meeting a pair of clear eyes, the unhappiness in Cao Cao's heart gradually faded away.The so-called celebrities will always do some extraordinary things. At that time, Xi Zhicai's temper was even weirder than Guo Jia's, and he accepted it without hesitation. This is nothing.

And when he made up his mind to prepare for Corporal Li Xian to help Guo Jia's body, he saw that Guo Jia had put down his hands, nodded slightly to Cao Cao, then turned around with a flick of his sleeves and walked out of the camp.

Cao Cao's hand just stretched out there, and he put it down awkwardly after a while, with mixed emotions in his heart.

Guo Jia went out, and Xun came in.As the person who recommended Guo Jia to Cao Cao, and as the person who kept him behind with Xi Zhicai's rare success in tricking Zhicai, he was naturally the one who cared the most about Cao Cao's feelings when they met Guo Jia.After a salute first, Xun asked, "My lord, what do you think of filial piety?"

Thinking of the conversation with Guo Jia just now, Cao Cao felt complicated.There was no anger, nor was there any discomfort of being underestimated, but if it was a happy meeting, Cao Cao couldn't take that side no matter what he thought.

But how can he talk to Xun Ming about these things? To be honest, Cao Cao has always been unconsciously trying to maintain his image in the face of Xun Ming, who has a gentlemanly demeanor and temperament, and refuses to lose any face.But without losing face, Lizi had to bear the embarrassment by himself.He coughed lightly, and finally he was able to say with joy on his face:

"The one who can make a lonely person into a great cause must be this person."

After getting Cao Cao's answer, Xun dutifully went to find Guo Jia. The same thing happened, but the other party became Cao Cao.

Recalling in his mind that the smile on Cao Cao's face at the end turned into an awkward expression when he shook his sleeves and left, Guo Jia showed a meaningful smile, and said to Xun with a hint of hope in his eyes:

"Cao Cao, the true Lord."

Xun Dawei, as far as the two parties are concerned, it is like drinking water, knowing whether it is warm or not.

After this meeting, Cao Cao led his army back to Puyang, where he governed, and personally ordered people to arrange a mansion for Guo Jia, and sent people to Yangdi to take Guo Jia's family to Yanzhou.The strategy of the imperial court is to apply both kindness and power. The power of that day has been applied, although the effect is very subtle, but if this kindness continues, Cao Cao thinks that literati are people who are not face-saving and polite. What a problem.

So since then, he didn't take the initiative to summon Guo Jia, and waited quietly for Guo Jia to come by himself.Unexpectedly, it made sense that Guo Jia's face was completely comparable to Cao Cao's. He just got impatient waiting for Cao Cao, and he didn't see the green shirt at the gate of his mansion.He thought about it and asked Xun secretly, only then did he know that Guo Jia was ill.

Completely serious illness, sick to bedridden and unable to see any guests.Knowing this was the reason, Cao Cao comforted him inexplicably, and then worried about his illness.He had heard from Xun before that Guo Jia's health was bad before, and the matter of Xi Zhicai came first, so he didn't want anything to happen again.He wanted to send a doctor there to visit his patients, but he also thought that there was no need for other doctors because Hua Tuo, a genius doctor, was by his side, so he had to give up in the end.

And soon, Cao Cao didn't have time, nor did he have such inexplicable suffocation between Leisurely Chi and Guo Jia.News came from Xuzhou that he sent someone to pick up Yanzhou's old father Cao Song from Langya County, who was killed by Tao Qian. The only people traveling with him were Cao Ang, the eldest son who went to Yanzhou in advance, and Cao Song, who was hidden in a basket by his father before he arrived. Bian, the concubine in the basket, survived.

Looking at Zixiu who was holding back his tears with his brows clenched tightly, and Bian who was weeping softly in his arms, the hostility in Cao Cao's eyes became more and more serious.

The disaster is not as good as his parents, wife and children, but Tao Qian killed his honest and kind father because of the previous military incident.The hatred of killing his father is irreconcilable, and Tao Qian made the decision to send troops to Xuzhou without hesitation due to Tao Qian's previous grievances of attacking Rencheng while he was chasing the Southern Huns.

"My lord, the palace thinks this is inappropriate." Hearing Cao Cao's decision, Chen Gong stood up and walked out to express his disapproval.

"I'm just asking about your plan to send troops to kill that old man Tao Qian, not to listen to your objection. If anyone disagrees with sending troops, you can leave now!"

The murderous aura radiated from Cao Cao without any concealment, Chen Gong stood silently for a long time, finally remained silent, turned and left.

Chen Gongtai's departure made Cao Cao's anger even more, but at this moment, Xun Xunyou, Cheng Yu and others were all Cao Cao's confidantes.It is reasonable for Cao Cao to send troops to Xuzhou to avenge the killing of his father. They feel the same, and naturally they will not object like Chen Gong.

Soon, the plan to send troops came out.Yu Jin led troops to attack Guangwei, and after taking it, he attacked Pengcheng along Surabaya.At the same time, Cao Ren was appointed as the striker and attacked Xuzhou head-on.The articles about sending troops and Cao Song’s eulogy were all drafted by Xun Cao and sent to the princes of all walks of life. This Cao Cao avenged the murder of his father, and his teacher was famous. Smart people understand everything.

However, Cao Cao didn't have a good reason to attack Xuzhou before, but now he has it, but it is in exchange for his father's life. He Xizhi has it, but it is nothing more than endless desolation and ridicule.

After the discussion, everyone got up and left, except Xun who stayed behind.Xun You frowned and tried to persuade him, but Xun You just gave him a gentle smile, indicating that he was fine and asked him to leave first.

"Wen Ruo, do you have anything else to do?" Seeing that Xun stayed behind, Cao Cao asked.

"There is only one thing to ask my lord." Xun Zuoyi, "It is true that Tao Qian murdered my lord's father, but the people of Xuzhou... I hope my lord will not blame others and let those innocent people go. It is also good for my lord's benevolence. "

Xun's tone of voice was euphemistic but he made it clear.Cao Cao looked at him for a long time, then burst out laughing, the laughter was so desolate that those who heard it grieved, and after he stopped, the murderous look in his eyes did not fade away: "You said that the people are innocent, so what is my father's fault? Difficult?! What is wrong with my son and my wife? I should be shocked by this?! Tao Qian’s humble life, how can it be equal to my father’s life, and I will slaughter Xuzhou alone to sue my father’s spirit in heaven!"

"If those people want to blame, they should blame Tao Qian. One person's intentions can harm thousands of people, and he, Tao Qian, should be blamed!"

Xun bit his lip tightly.This was the first time that Cao Cao would get so angry in front of him, although he knew that none of the anger was really directed at him.However, even if Cao Cao gets angry again, he has to persuade these people, he can't just watch them lose their lives.

Just as he was about to speak, a servant suddenly reported that Yuan Shao's troops were coming.Both Cao Cao and Xun's expressions changed slightly, and they looked at each other. Then Cao Cao nodded, and called the servant to let someone in. After another thought, he called the servant, and got up to go out to meet him.

The person who came was the general Zhu Ling, and he was very flattered to see Cao Cao personally greet him.After returning to the conference hall with Cao Cao, he clasped his fists and said, "My lord, the last general, was very sad when he heard the bad news. He sent the last general to lead the three battalions to help Cao Gong attack Xuzhou, and sent the last general to send a letter and a tribute to comfort him." The spirit of Duke Cao's father."

After taking the letter of condolence, Cao Cao unfolded it.Yuan Shao's handwriting is the standard Hanli cultured by a famous family. Cao Cao has always loved running cursive. He doesn't dislike Yuan Shao's handwriting, but he doesn't like it at all. The corners of the eyes are slightly moist.

A few lines of words first talked about the volume of ancient books that Cao's father gave to Yuan Shao when he met Cao's father when he was young, and then mentioned that Cao's father never forgot to send congratulatory gifts to his own child's Fa Xiao when it was Yuan Shao's birthday, no matter how chaotic the situation was.Yuan Shao was used to writing based on the magnificence of Han Fu, but this letter was written in a chaotic way, and sometimes it was difficult to continue writing, and ink spots were left on the bamboo slips.In the end, Yuan Shao left a line of writing, which was steady and powerful, showing his determination:

"Meng De, go and kill that old man Tao Qian, what do you lack, food, grass and military pay, all will be paid by Shao!"

Even though Cao Cao knew that Yuan Shao had a rift with Tao Qian, there may be some intention to kill someone with a knife.But just for this sincere eulogy, Cao Cao will never forget Yuan Shao as a friend, this brother who grew up with him.

"Wenbo, when you go back, tell Brother Benchu ​​that this kindness, alone, is mine."

After he settled Zhu Ling and the soldiers he had brought, Cao Cao looked around and saw Xun still waiting there.

"My lord—"

"Wen Ruo, you don't need to talk about it." Cao Cao rubbed his aching head vigorously, and said, "I have my own plan for this matter, so you can step back."

Xun understood Cao Cao's temper, so saying that, there was no turning point.Sighing lightly, he bowed again, and then walked away slowly.

"By the way, have you visited Guo's mansion, Feng Xiao is still sick?" Cao Cao suddenly remembered something when Xun left, and asked the servant beside him.

"Yes, Mr. Guo is still sick in bed. Even Mr. Guo's wife, Mrs. Cao, can't come near. Only the genius doctor Hua is doing his best to treat him."

Then this time in the battle of Xuzhou, he can't be taken with him.

Thinking of this, Cao Cao's head ached again, and looking at Xuzhou on the map, his eyes became more and more red.

Tao Qian, this time he will definitely win.

But at this moment, Guo Jia, who was supposed to be seriously ill in bed, was disguised in a small restaurant in Fei County, Xuzhou.The proprietress here still has the charm, and the rice wine she sells is even more extraordinary, which has attracted countless passers-by, merchants, pawns, and dignitaries.Of course, it is not known whether it is because of wine, or whether everyone is drunk without wine.

Today, Guo Jia was the only guest in the restaurant, and when he was teasing with the proprietress and drinking another glass of fine wine, the sound of horseshoes and rumbling carriages could be heard in the distance.

"Master, Miss Xiwu is back, I advise you to drink quickly, otherwise you will be gone in a while."

Hearing this, Guo Jia immediately nodded in agreement, and drank the rest of the wine in one gulp.The proprietress giggled when she saw it, and her jasper-like fingers lightly covered her bright lips that were almost bleeding.

"Young master, you have fulfilled your mission, Mr. Cao is in the car."

"Thanks for your hard work." Rubbing Xi Wu, who was reporting to him like he was treating his sister, Guo Jia walked to the carriage and opened the curtain.The old man in the car went through such a tragedy a few days ago, and although he was finally rescued by this unknown person, he was still in shock.In addition, this group of people didn't tell him anything in the past few days, so there was no room for him to be suspicious.

If these people want to threaten my son with themselves, I will definitely kill myself!

Cao Song had made up his mind, but what he faced at this moment was not some fierce man, nor anyone who threatened Cao Cao, but a thin and handsome scholar in green shirt.

"Old Master Cao, don't panic. Jia's lord is Ruer Cao Cao. Jia specially came to Xuzhou to personally send Old Master Cao home."

Note 196: Guo Jia saw that Cao Cao's history was the first year of Jian'an, that is, [-] AD, and this place in the text does not match the history books.

Note [-]: Regarding whether the killing of Cao Cao’s father Cao Song was ordered by Tao Qian, the historical records are different, but after the Song Dynasty, Cao Cao’s image was quickly discredited like a roller coaster, and most of his opponents became loyal ministers and martyrs, Tao Humility changed from what Xu Shao said, "Tao Gongzu admires fame outside, but is not true inside. Although he treats me generously, he is bound to be thin." It has become a person who cares for the people in "The Romance of the Three Kingdoms" in the late Yuan Dynasty and early Ming Dynasty, so it is decided not to take it here. The opinions of "Zi Zhi Tong Jian" are still based on the records of "Three Kingdoms".