Zhao Ang had previously been captured in a fierce battle with Zhao Tong, and had seen with his own eyes that this man's military strategy was indeed extraordinary!

In addition, in every battle since the garrison on the Qiang Road, almost every step has been unconventional.

And when he was a prisoner, because Zhao Yinggui was highly valued by Zhao Tong, he did not prevent his daughter from meeting him.

When father and daughter meet, they naturally complain to each other countless times.

Zhao Ying's words at that time were also counting Zhao Tongyun's dazzling achievements, and there was a deep reverence on his face unconsciously.

This also made Zhao Ang feel a little uneasy at the moment.

The Shu army's massive momentum near Chencang was most likely just to attract their own attention.

There is definitely another intention behind it!

Wang Yi, who was standing by, was silent for a moment, quietly watching the look of determination on her husband's face, and then she couldn't help but suggest:

"Since my husband is so convinced that the enemy's attack around Chencang is just a feint, but actually has another purpose, why not go to the Governor's Mansion in person to see the envoy and tell him something to remind him?"

After hearing this reminder, Zhao Ang looked at her gratefully, and there was a real impulse in his heart. But when he was about to take steps, he seemed to suddenly think of something in his mind, but it was

A little bit of sanity was restored.

The determination in his eyes has turned into a look of confusion and loss.

He then gently hugged Wang Yi tightly, his face regained his tender expression, and said softly: "Oh, let's forget it!"

"This is just a guess made by my husband. There is no real evidence, so I won't bother you."

The words fell,

Wang Yi's mind also unconsciously showed some strange colors.

There was a lot of confusion in her eyes.

Why is my husband like this?

Before being captured, in her impression, Zhao Ang was loyal and patriotic, and he was fearless even if he sacrificed his life for the country!

But since he was released by the Shu army, everything seemed to be different.

Of course, he also lost his military position in the government office.

Zhao Ang did not implore Zhang Ji shamelessly, hoping to be reinstated.

After all, he was a defeated general and a prisoner of war, so how could he have the dignity to ask for reinstatement?

So much so that I still live at home with nothing to do,

But in the previous battle, the wealthy families in Liangzhou around Jicheng divided their tribes to support Cao's army in the battle. Zhao Ang also called on them based on their past reputation.

In the battle of Wangcheng Valley, almost half of the private armies of each family were lost.

If Zhao Ang died in battle, the wealthy clans might have uncovered the matter.

However, after Zhao Ang was captured, he was released safely.

This undoubtedly caused resentment among all the powerful clans.

"Okay! It was you who called us to mobilize the strength of the family to help the Cao family with your words. Now we and other families have suffered heavy losses, but you have returned safely. How can we give up?"

With everyone filled with resentment, they all went to the governor's office to make slanderous remarks and slander Zhao Ang's innocence.

"Your Majesty, Zhao Ang was captured by the Shu army, but returned safe and sound. There must be something fishy in it, so be on guard against it!"

"That's right. I heard that Zhao Ang's daughter left home and disappeared many months ago and is still missing."

"Before, the Zhao family searched for it many times, but since Zhao Ang returned, they have never mentioned this matter."

"I suspect that his daughter is in the Shu camp!"

"The fact that Zhao Ang was released this time must have been done with good intentions. I hope you will see clearly!"

The head of the family, Yin Feng, who had always had a close relationship with him, naturally understood his nature, and he believed that Zhao Ang would definitely not surrender to the Shu army.

But others spoke softly, or it could be said that the strength of the powerful clans themselves has been greatly weakened now. They have deep resentment and are eager to vent their anger.

Naturally, it would not be easy for Zhao Ang, who had called them to send troops in the first place.

Regarding this matter, since Zhang is also an old fox who is quite proficient in officialdom, how could he not be able to see the calculations in everyone's minds.

However, although he also chose to believe in Zhao Ang's character!

There were other reasons for being released!

However, many of the civil and military men under his command obviously believed in the words of the families.

It was also because of their strong condemnation that Zhao Ang did not take the initiative to request the official to be reinstated, and Zhang Ji did not mention the matter, which is why he is still living at home.

Wang Yi rested his head on his husband's arms and silently thought about the past events in recent days.

"However, according to your husband's temperament, he will definitely not hold a grudge just because you don't re-enable him!"

"Then what exactly happened that made us face another invasion by the Shu army? Even if we guessed that the enemy had ulterior motives, we would rather stand by and watch?"

For a moment, Wang Yi unconsciously felt a little suspicious deep in his heart.

"Could it be that something happened in the Shu camp?"

"My husband was released without any reason. What's the secret behind this?"

"Madam, madam...what are you thinking about?"

Seeing that Wang Yi in his arms seemed to be lost in thought, Zhao Ang couldn't help but feel curious and called out several times.

Wang Yi's thoughts just returned to reality!

Immediately, she smiled freely and responded: "I didn't think about anything."

"Husband, since you have no official duties now, why not go back to your house and stop worrying about these troublesome things."

Wang Yi couldn't help but suggest.

She also figured it out that her husband was not very good at hiding everything from her before, but he barely said a word about this experience in Shu camp. Maybe he really had some difficulties?

The two of them approached the house hand in hand.

In fact, Wang Yi didn't know, which made Zhao Ang a little disappointed. It was the previous time that Cao Cao became king and held a grand king-making ceremony on the banks of the Zhang River.

In the prisoner-of-war camp of Shu camp, when faced with Zhao Tong's solicitation, he refused with righteous words and sarcastically said that Liu Bei was the one who intended to bring trouble to the world.

At that time, faced with Zhao Ang's passion, Zhao Tong only responded extremely calmly:

"Oh, really?"

"General Zhao is loyal to the Han Dynasty, but the Prime Minister Cao Cao who works for him is not someone who has lived under others for a long time!"

"It won't be long before he is bound to take a step further!"

After saying this, Zhao Tong also deliberately used Xun Yu, who had followed him for decades and worked hard and made great achievements, as an example. This person was ostracized and committed suicide just because he disagreed with his political views.

Isn't the ambition of Cao Cao's thief obvious enough?

At that time, Zhao Ang naturally spoke righteously and was not willing to accept Zhao Tong's solicitation.

But what about the facts?

But it was just as expected!

How long had it passed before Cao Cao actually forced the emperor to tamper with the ancestral precepts of the Han Dynasty without authorization, proclaimed himself king and added nine tins to his throne, and used the emperor's ring as his shield, and he went in and out just like the emperor.

After thinking about how he forced Xun Yu to death, insisted on calling him Duke, and gained the honor of entering the court without following, praising and worshiping without fame, and going to the palace with swords and shoes,

Now as long as you are not stupid, you can already see this person's ambition.

Is this already paving the way for a change of dynasty?

The Han Dynasty has become an empty shell, and the emperor is in name only.

Cao Cao wanted to establish a new dynasty, which was nothing more than a matter of words. The specific time would depend on what he wanted to do.

This is also the factor that makes Zhao Ang deeply entangled and disappointed.

I think he was an upright person, worshiped under Wei Kang's disciples, and was taught the ideas of loyalty, filial piety, patriotism, benevolence, justice, etiquette, wisdom and trust.

Why did he go to great lengths to be loyal to the Cao family in the land of Guanlong!

This is also for the sake of the scholars and people in various prefectures and counties in Liangzhou.

I hope that Prime Minister Cao can stabilize the north as soon as possible, support the emperor, and revitalize the Han Dynasty.

But his original intention was definitely not to usurp the throne for the Cao family.

As the saying goes, no matter how loyal you were before, you are so disappointed now.

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And among the Qiang tribe at this moment,

Yang Wanwan, Prince of Baima Qiang, and Ni Shi, King of Shenlang Qiang, both quickly sent replies after receiving letters from Zhao Tong.

The content of his letter is extremely simple, and he is willing to obey the general's orders!

Therefore, after replying to the letter, members of the two Qiang tribes gathered quietly.

Even though some tribal chiefs were not willing to help the Han army, in the Qiang royal court, both Yang Wanwan and Ni had strong prestige as practical talkers.
Chapter completed!