Cao Cao wanted to refute Deng Zhi's arrogant words. Who is Liu Zhang, and he is worthy of being compared with Huo Piaoqi?
But after thinking about it, Liu Zhang's achievements seem to be no worse than Huo Qubing.
Huo Qubing only attacked the Huns, while Liu Zhang destroyed three foreign tribes in succession!
The number of aliens who died directly or indirectly at the hands of Liu Zhang exceeded one million!
Thinking of this, Cao Cao showed disdain again.
"When Deng was engaged, Bai Qi killed 400,000 Zhao soldiers in a trap, earning him the title of Human Massacre."
"Now General Wei is killing foreigners one after another, and his killings far exceed those of Bai Qi!"
"In my opinion, how about moving the place where the person was slaughtered and sending it to General Wei?"
After all, the Han Dynasty governed the country based on Confucianism. If Liu Zhang had the reputation of being a butcher, it would be detrimental to future development.
Deng Zhi chuckled several times, showing a trace of disdain.
He could see through Cao Cao's evil thoughts at a glance, how could he let him get his wish?
"Cao Sikong was joking. The people Bai Qi killed were all Han people, while the people General Wei massacred were all foreigners!"
"Can the two be compared?"
"I heard that Cao Sikong's methods were quite ruthless. He first massacred the city in Xuzhou, and then massacred 100,000 Yuan troops in Guandu!"
"Oh, by the way, I heard that during this great victory at Cangting, Cao Sikong drowned all the 100,000 Yuan troops guarding the border?"
Cao Cao was angered by Deng Zhi but didn't say anything back, and his face turned red with embarrassment.
None of what Deng Zhi said was a lie; almost all of it was a fact known to everyone.
Cao Cao was indeed very eloquent and had no room for excuse.
I didn’t expect that Deng Zhi, who looked so childish, could be so sharp-tongued!
While Cao Cao was depressed, he couldn't help but sigh secretly.
There really is no one who can be idle under Liu Zhang!
There are thousands of talented people in the world, and most of them belong to Liu Zhang!
"Deng Zheng was joking, this Sikong was just a joke, don't worry about it!"
Cao Cao took the initiative to give in, and Deng Zhi also laughed it off.
"Haha, this is also a joke. Please don't take it offence, Cao Sikong!"
Deng Zhi knew how to advance and retreat so well that Cao Cao couldn't help but take a high look at him.
"Is Deng Zhengzhi from Yizhou?"
Deng Zhi smiled and shook his head.
"Cao Sikong, I am a member of the New Wilderness community in Jingzhou."
"Oh? It turns out Deng is from Nanyang!"
Cao Cao's eyes lit up, and he immediately began to think about wooing him.
"I heard that General Deng Yu, the leader of Yuntai's twenty-eight generals, is also a new savage. I wonder if he has anything to do with Deng Zhi?"
Deng Zhi nodded slightly but did not deny it.
"Deng Yu is the ancestor!"
Cao Cao suddenly realized that no wonder he had such insight and courage at such a young age!
"Deng is so talented, why should he settle down to a small job?"
"It's better to follow the example of our ancestor, General Deng Yu, who assisted Emperor Guangwu, and stay in the court to assist the emperor!"
"I believe that the emperor will definitely use Deng in his work!"
As he spoke, Cao Cao turned his head and glanced at Liu Xie with a somewhat thoughtful look.
Damn thief Cao, he knows how to exploit General Wei!
Liu Xie cursed Cao Cao in his heart, how could he not guess the treacherous plot of Cao Cao!
It's a pity that people have to bow their heads under the eaves and can only follow Cao Cao's wishes.
"What Cao Sikong said is absolutely true! It's absolutely true!"
With Liu Xie's help, Cao Cao became more confident.
How can a person in Yizhou survive?
But it's different now. I got the direct appreciation of Sikong Cao Cao and the emperor's personal promise.
Guangzong Yaozu, the glorious township is within easy reach!
Cao Cao didn't believe that a weak young man could resist this temptation!
Unfortunately, things often backfire.
Deng Zhi first saluted the emperor and then saluted Cao Cao.
"Haha, thank you Your Majesty, thank you Cao Sikong!"
"Deng Zhi's talent is shallow. Fortunately, General Wei valued him and entrusted him with important tasks. How could he betray him?"
Cao Cao dragged Deng Zhi away, and his love for him became even stronger.
If Deng Zhi had agreed directly, Cao Cao would have felt that there was something wrong with this person's character.
"Deng Zheng, please don't make a decision in a hurry. You can think about it for a moment or two!"
Cao Cao's eyes were burning, but Deng Zhi's refusal did not discourage him.
Deng Zhi smiled, stepped back slightly and thanked her again.
"Thank you Cao Sikong. Deng Zhi has made up his mind and will never waver!"
What a pity...
Cao Cao sighed softly in his heart and couldn't help feeling a little disappointed.
Deng Zhi's eyes were full of determination, and he must not be shaken by external objects.
"Okay, if Mr. Deng has any ideas, he can come to me at any time!"
Cao Cao nodded slightly, leaving Deng Zhi a permanent opportunity.
At this time, Deng Zhi is like Guan Yu in the past, letting Cao Cao get what he wants!
"Cao Sikong, let's talk about business!"
Cao Cao did not avoid it anymore and turned directly to look at Liu Xie.
"His Majesty promised before that if General Wei can annihilate Xianbei and conquer Guanzhong, he will promote General Wei to the rank of Duke."
"Now that Xianbei has been destroyed, and all the lands in Guanzhong have surrendered, I would like to ask Your Majesty to issue an order to promote General Wei to the title of Duke of Qin!"
Wow...!
Cao Cao's words once again caused an uproar among the officials in the palace.
These ministers didn't even know that the emperor had made such a decree!
Compared to the commotion of the ministers, Liu Xie, as the emperor, was much calmer.
This matter was not the result of Cao Cao's discussion with him, but Cao Cao directly informed Liu Xie of the result.
Liu Xie was still angry before, secretly scolding Liu Zhang and Cao Cao for being the same type of traitor and traitor to the country.
But what Deng Zhi said today made Liu Xie feel hopeful again.
Perhaps Wei General Liu Zhang is not the same as Cao Cao, he is not a usurper!
Therefore, Liu Xie was not dissatisfied with the canonization of Liu Zhang as Duke.
"I..."
"His Majesty!"
At this moment, Shangshu ordered Xun Yu to stand up.
He immediately suppressed the words Liu Xie was about to blurt out.
"Xun Aiqing, what's the matter?"
Liu Xie was puzzled. Did Cao Cao regret it and let Xun Yu come out to sing the opposite tune?
Xun Yu first bowed his hands to Liu Xie and then turned to look at Deng Zhi.
"Deng Zhizhi, since Emperor Xiaowu issued the order of favor, there has never been a precedent for a non-prince to break through the ranks of a marquis!"
"General Wei is both a clan member of the Han Dynasty and a loyal minister of the Han Dynasty. Shouldn't he follow the etiquette and laws?"
Deng Zhi wanted to reply, but before he could speak, Cao Cao looked displeased.
"Wen Ruo, this is an order issued by His Majesty himself. Is it possible that you want His Majesty to break his promise?"
Cao Cao thought he had convinced Xun Yu, but he didn't expect that Xun Yu not only failed to approve, but also openly opposed him at the meeting!
Liu Xie didn't know why. Could it be that there was really internal strife between these two people?
"Xun Aiqing, what Cao Sikong said is absolutely true! General Wei is a clan member of the Han Dynasty, so it is not a bad idea to make him a prince!"
Liu Xie didn't know what kind of medicine Cao Cao and Xun Yu were selling in their gourds. Anyway, it was Cao Cao who proposed to make Liu Zhang a public servant!
Being able to follow Cao Cao and support Liu Zhang is a huge gain for Liu Xie!