Chapter 58 Jia Xu and Zhang Xiu return to the heart
Cao Cao quickly walked out without keeping Zhang Xiu waiting for too long.
This matter was essentially a misunderstanding, and Cao Cao did not touch the Zou family. However, the matter was resolved in such a way that both parties felt comfortable, but it was not that easy.
After arriving at the gate, Cao Cao glanced at the two sides confronting each other and said, "Why don't you put away your weapons?"
After Cao Cao spoke, his guards immediately put away their weapons. Seeing this, Zhang Xiu also asked his soldiers to put away their swords and guns.
Without the weapons, the tense atmosphere at the scene finally eased.
"Lieutenant, you have to give me an explanation for this matter, otherwise the brothers may not be able to get over this hurdle." Zhang Xiu's tone was quite calm. Presumably, the Zou family had not been violated, and the anger in his heart had been reduced a lot.
, at least sanity returned to his body.
Cao Cao had no intention of covering up Cao Xiu, and this kind of smart-aleck thing really couldn't happen again. "Fortunately, I controlled my heart. If I really 'accidentally' touched the Zou family, how many people in this mansion would be able to do it today?"
It’s really hard to say whether we can get out alive.”
Although Cao Jun took over the city defense, the Xiliang Army was still the leader of Wancheng.
They don't need to block the news all the time. They only need to break through the poorly guarded mansion before Cao Cao's troops guarding the city gate or stationed outside the city arrive, and then kill Cao Cao to create chaos.
Although this situation is a bit dangerous now, because Cao Cao did not break through the final bottom line, at least things have not developed to the worst point yet.
"Fortunately, Mr. Lu reminded me again before I sent out the troops, otherwise I might make a big mistake this time!"
Cao Cao was a little scared. After hearing Zhang Xiu's words, he replied: "This matter is a misunderstanding caused by my lax discipline and unclear military discipline under my command."
"Misunderstanding? I believe you!" Zhang Xiu sneered in his heart, but Cao Cao hadn't finished his words yet, "Of course, corrupting military discipline and robbing people are serious crimes at any time and anywhere!"
Cao Cao said this, turned to Cao Xiu and shouted angrily: "Cao Xiu, do you know your crime?!"
Cao Xiu opened his mouth to say something, but in the end he chose to plead guilty directly.
Kneeling on one knee, Cao Xiu clasped his fist towards Cao Cao and said: "The general will finally realize his crime and let the captain punish him!"
Cao Cao looked at Cao Xiu deeply and suddenly said: "Drag him out and kill him to rectify military law!"
"Ah!" Cao Xiu suddenly raised his head and looked at Cao Cao in disbelief.
Upon hearing this, Cao Ang, Cao Chun and others immediately knelt down in front of Cao Cao and begged, "Father, although Wen Lie is guilty, his crime will not lead to death!"
"Brother, please show mercy!"
But Cao Cao didn't reply.
His bodyguards had no choice but to step out. They took Cao Xiu's arms, one on the left and the other on the right, and dragged him towards the outside of the city.
Zhang Xiu is not a fool. How could he not see that Cao Cao deliberately acted it out for him?
If Cao Cao really lets Cao Cao kill his nephew, he may not be able to stay under Cao Cao with peace of mind in the future.
Zhang Xiu took a step forward, clasped his fists and shouted loudly: "Captain, wait a minute!"
After seeing Zhang Xiu stand up, Cao Cao finally raised his hand and stopped the two guards who were dragging Cao Xiu away.
"It's just a misunderstanding. Besides, my aunt is fine. Although General Cao Xiu is suspected of corrupting military discipline, his crime is not worthy of death. Please forgive me, Taiwei."
It's just a robbery. If Cao Xiu hadn't grabbed him, Zhang Xiu might not even bother to raise his eyelids...
Cao Cao looked at the flexible and flexible Zhang Xiu in front of him and couldn't help but nodded secretly, "He understands the situation and knows how to measure. Yes, he is a man who can be made."
Cao Cao's intention to kill Cao Xiu was somewhat bluffing, but his attitude was clearly shown.
Moreover, the reason Cao Cao used was that he had violated military discipline and plundered the population, a serious crime. Even though Cao Xiu could be spared the death penalty, he still could not escape.
Sure enough, Cao Cao accepted Zhang Xiu's persuasion, but he still said: "Since Marquis Xuanwei interceded for Cao Xiu, he will exempt Cao Xiu from the death penalty. But it is true that Cao Xiu corrupted military discipline and robbed the population. If you can avoid the death penalty, you will not be able to escape the crime of living!"
When Cao Xiu heard that he didn't have to die, he was so frightened that he almost left his body early, but he finally calmed down.
With the support of his personal guards, Cao Xiu, whose legs were extremely weak, knelt in front of Cao Cao again. He first cupped his fists towards Cao Cao and said, "Thank you, Lieutenant, for your kindness."
Then he turned to Zhang Xiu, cupped his fists and apologized: "Thank you Marquis Xuanwei for interceding for me."
Zhang Xiu nodded and stopped talking. He had already finished his part in cooperating with Cao Cao. Since both parties had made their attitudes clear, the matter was almost over.
The result was not bad. Cao Cao finally showed a smile on his face and said: "I will relieve Cao Xiu of his duties and go to Chenliu County to raise horses for Zilong's cavalry."
"Huh..." Cao Xiu exhaled. Although he was dismissed from his official position, being able to stay in Chenliu County showed that Cao Cao had not completely given up on him.
"Thank you so much, Lieutenant," Cao Xiu thanked him again and finally stood up staggeringly.
After handing his helmet and sword to the bodyguard of Cao Jun beside him, Cao Xiu walked lonely out of the city.
Looking at Cao Xiu's leaving figure, Cao Cao sighed slightly in his heart, "Wen Lie, I hope you can get back on your feet under Mr. Lu."
Zhang Xiu was thoughtful after hearing the word "Zilong". After hesitating for a moment, he finally asked: "May I ask, Taiwei, the Zilong in your mouth refers to Zhao Yun and Zhao Zilong of Changshan?"
When Cao Cao heard this, he smiled and replied: "Yes, it is Changshan Zhao Zilong."
After Zhang Xiu received the affirmative answer, his face showed joy and he said: "To my Majesty, Zilong is my junior brother who I have not yet met!"
"Oh?" This actually has something to do with it? What an unexpected surprise!
"Haha, what a coincidence!" Cao Cao laughed, pointing to Zou and others who were still under the protection of Cao Jun's personal guards, and said: "Marquis Xuanwei, please let someone send your aunt back to your house first. Let's come in.
Let’s talk in detail while drinking!”
"Here!" Zhang Xiu responded loudly, and the atmosphere suddenly became more relaxed.
The Xiliang army, under the command of Zhang Xiu, escorted Zou and others away, and he himself entered the mansion with Cao Cao to drink and chat.
Jia Xu, who was carrying a package and preparing to escape alone, never heard the expected sound of fighting. "Have things changed?"
Confused, Jia Xu put down the package on his back and came to the street.
But he happened to see the Xiliang soldiers scattered and talking in various directions.
When they saw Jia Xu, some soldiers came to salute and greet him.
Jia Xu took the opportunity to ask: "How is the battle between the general and Cao's army?"
"What's the situation of the battle?" The soldier looked confused when asked by Jia Xu, but another soldier who was smarter answered: "Back to the military advisor, Captain Cao was not rude to his wife, and later punished the man who robbed her.
Generals under his command.
Now... I should be drinking and talking with the general..."
"Huh? Cao Cao can actually hold back the Zou family?" This actually surprised Jia Xu.
The soldier in front of him also said with some emotion: "Yes, I really didn't expect that there are still men in this world who can resist touching their wives..."
"Is it because Lao Cao can't bear it but can't bear it? Hahaha!"
"Shut up and stop talking nonsense!" Jia Xu scolded and said, "Go back and pack your things quickly. We may be leaving Wancheng soon."
The soldiers quickly responded with clasped fists: "Here!"
Jia Xu looked at the mansion where Cao Cao was staying temporarily and murmured to himself: "It seems that Cao Cao is not only talented and strategic, but also has a first-class character... Maybe becoming his subordinate is also a good choice."