After receiving the secret letter from Dong Zhao, Wang Zheng pondered for a long time after reading it.
When he looked up again, facing Dong Zhao's inquiring gaze, Wang Zheng said calmly: "This matter still needs to be discussed."
But he was not in a hurry to express his position.
"Planning..."
Dong Zhao was startled when he heard this, and his round face suddenly darkened.
Although it is a secret book, it is also an edict from the Emperor of Han Dynasty!
If the king wants his ministers to die, they still have to die. Since it is an imperial edict, how can it be the ministers’ turn to make plans?
There is no second choice except to follow orders!
Dong Zhao had long known that the young man in front of him was a rebel and had little loyalty in his heart. He also knew that this matter was of great importance and there was no way he would agree to it easily.
But what Dong Zhao never expected was that Wang Zheng would so blatantly regard the monarch's power as nothing.
Although he didn't refuse directly, compared to the last moment when he was still talking about being loyal and being loyal, fearing that he would betray the grace of God, this change of attitude is too fast, isn't it?
Even in the past, Dong Zhuo and Li Jue were rebellious ministers. At least they still maintained the courtesy of monarchs and ministers on the surface, but at most they only violated it in secret.
Dong Zhao's sudden change of expression was naturally noticed by Wang Zheng, but he didn't care at all.
The previous loyal minister's behavior and sincere words were just a gesture and form when Cao Cao couldn't figure out what Cao Cao's intention was when he sent the angel.
Now that the other party has revealed his plans, he knows it well, so there is no need to pretend anymore.
Of course, you can also pretend, but whether you continue to lower your eyebrows and flatter your eyes, or directly slap the table and lift it, just depends on whether there will be a disagreement.
For a while, the hall was so quiet that you could hear a pin drop.
The lord Wang Zheng changed his face, but it was impossible for his subordinates to do the same.
Xu Fang on the side saw that the atmosphere had changed drastically. Although he didn't know what the secret letter said, he knew in his heart that it was not appropriate to have a direct confrontation at this time.
After all, Emperor Xian has not yet become a "fake emperor".
He quickly interjected and said: "Mr. Dong knows that just before, the state pastor heard that the angel had arrived, and he felt deeply in his heart. He said to the generals and others that the noble man has traveled thousands of miles and worked tirelessly. He is actually a loyal and patriotic person, so he should be prepared.
"Etiquette," a bit of a sign of respect."
"At this time, the general has already completed the arrangements, and there are some Taishan ginseng... and so on."
Hearing this, Dong Zhao glanced at Xu Fang and nodded, but he was noncommittal.
Mi Heng on the side also said at this time: "Although ginseng is expensive, it can only nourish the body. Mr. Dong is an important minister of the emperor. In addition to working on his body, he also needs to work on his mind. He needs to use the gifts to nourish his body."
"I wonder if Mr. Dong knows that there is a county in the East China Sea named Yinping?"
"Yinping?" When facing Mi Heng, who was also a Confucian scholar, Dong Zhao looked a little better: "Could it be that what Zhengping said was the hometown of Yu Ji?"
"Exactly." Mi Heng said with a rare smile: "The cities in Xuzhou are barren and are not good at treasures. Only Yinping County is rich in beauties. Not only are they delicate and delicate, but they are also proficient in music and dance. Since my lord has been the lord of Xuzhou,
There are also countless beauties in Yinping, many of whom are stunningly beautiful. However, due to their ruthless army, few have paid attention to them so far."
The last sentence is actually nonsense. Where is the point in giving second-hand gifts?
"If Mr. Dong doesn't dislike it, he is willing to offer it to the outstanding one. In the future, his red sleeves will be fragrant and his pillow mat will be considered a good thing."
This shows that Dong Zhao doesn't seem to care about gold and silver, but instead pays attention to beauty.
Dong Zhao smiled, but still didn't have much reaction.
Wang Zheng, who was watching everything with cold eyes, felt something move in his heart.
Faced with the blatant bribery, although the fat man did not agree, he also did not refuse. What does that mean?
It’s just the wrong gift!
Thinking of this, Wang Zheng had an idea. If a person is not beneficial, he must have a good reputation.
Then he made a haha, wiped out the time just now, and laughed again: "Although Xuzhou is now stable, the banditry in Taishan only punishes the first culprits. There are many more thieves, and there are still thousands of remnants hiding in the mountains and fields, scattered in the mountains."
Our army conquered the villages and counties several times, but all returned without success."
The words came out of nowhere, but Dong Zhao seemed to be immediately interested and looked at Wang Zheng again.
There's drama!
Wang Zheng was overjoyed and continued: "Fortunately, Brother Dong is both civil and military. After hearing about this, he helped me. He went to the battle in person and took the lead to conquer Mount Tai!"
"It is easy to pacify Xuzhou, but it is difficult to pacify Mount Tai. Brother Dong's contribution is actually more important than that of political harmony and generals!"
"Thousands of remnants?" Dong Zhao looked at Wang Zheng with a half-smile, but shook his head repeatedly: "There are millions of soldiers in the state, how can I, a scholar, be used in battle?"
"That's right, that's right, Zheng's memory was wrong." Wang Zheng understood immediately and quickly changed his words: "It's not thousands, there are nearly ten thousand thieves!"
"Zhao dare not take the credit for himself." Dong Zhao's face finally turned from cloudy to clear. He first smiled at Wang Zheng, then straightened his clothes and bowed his hands with a solemn expression: "The pacification of Mount Tai is entirely due to the power of Your Majesty."
"What Brother Dong said is true!" Wang Zheng was convinced, his smile became brighter, and he changed his previous words again:
"Brother Dong came to the battle line as an angel to proclaim the emperor's grace. Then he took the lead and strengthened the fighting spirit of the three armies. Only if the command is determined can a battle be decided!"
"Hahaha..."
Dong Zhao was finally satisfied, glanced at Wang Zheng with admiration, glanced at the secret book in his hand, and laughed:
"The Imperial Guardsman was able to achieve great achievements at a young age. He is unparalleled by ordinary people. He is steady and steady, and is not rash."
"This matter is of great importance, and it really should be discussed carefully!"
"Brother Dong knows me."
Hearing this, Wang Zheng felt relieved. He didn't want to face Cao Cao or the emperor directly at this time.
"Then..." Dong Zhao asked seriously: "Yu Kou, how long will this plan of yours take?"
"This..." Wang Zheng hesitated, took a sip of wine, glanced at Dong Zhao, and hesitated to speak.
Naturally, he wanted to delay it as long as possible, but he didn't know how to measure it.
To put it short, there is less room for maneuvering.
After talking for a long time, he was afraid that Dong Zhao would think that he was talking too much and the situation would become tense again.
"Zhao has heard about Xuzhou for a long time, but this is the first time he comes here." Dong Zhao is also a smart man. He immediately understood Wang Zheng's expression, waved his hand and said with a smile: "I plan to stay here for half a month, will Wangzhou Mu agree?"
Half a month's time...
That's almost it.
"What did Brother Dong say?" Wang Zheng slapped the table and sighed: "If a wise man like you keeps me in Xuzhou for one more day, it will save me from misfortune."
"If others don't get what they want, how can the government not allow it?"
"Hahaha..."
Amidst the laughter and laughter, a beautiful maid came forward with a pot, and everyone raised their glasses again to drink, showing that the guests and hosts were enjoying themselves.
...
After the banquet was over, he ordered people to lead Dong Zhao to the post house to rest. Wang Zheng summoned civil and military officials all night to discuss the matters contained in the secret book.
Emperor Xian said that Lü Bu had assisted Dong Zhuo in the past, but he was actually helping Zhou to commit cruelty, and his crime should be punished. Now he ordered Wang Zheng to kill this beast, wipe out the gangs, restore peace to the country, and put things right.
This is of course bullshit!
If this secret book was really written by Emperor Xian, or if it was his intention, then it would really be a slap in the face.
You must know that Lu Bu and Marquis Wen were all personally conferred by the emperor.
Even if Lu Bu really wanted to be liquidated afterwards, this time should not be chosen. The method should be to give private instructions and quietly acquiesce.
The so-called secret book can naturally be kept secret to other princes, but Wang Zheng definitely does not fall into this category. Even if he really wants to act according to the order, in order to become famous as a teacher, he must publish this secret book to the public in order to gain great justice. the commanding heights.
After everyone read the secret book, they came to the same conclusion after thinking about it for a while.
The one who wants to kill Lu Bu is not Emperor Xian, but Cao Cao!
As for whether to follow this secret order, they were immediately divided into two groups.
As in Yu Jin, Pan Zhang and other generals' view was not to kill.
Although Lu Bu is now weak in military power, his prowess and prowess are truly unparalleled in the world. It is really unnecessary and meaningless to take the initiative to provoke such a powerful enemy just for the sake of a mere rural prince.
But people like Mi Heng, Zhang Zhao, Mi Fang and others thought of killing.
But don’t do it now!
Lu Bu was restless when he first entered Xuzhou. During the several civil strife in Pengcheng, Chen Gong seemed to be present. Such a nail left in Xuzhou is a hidden danger. It will be a matter of time to remove it. However, Xuzhou at this time is not suitable for another war. Already.
To a certain extent, this is another form of agreement. No matter what everyone thinks of Lu Bu, whether to kill him or not, they basically all oppose this secret book.
In his heart, Wang Zheng agreed more with the latter opinion.
First of all, although the two have not had a direct conflict for the time being, it does not prevent him from having a favorable impression of him. Compared to Liu Bei and even Sun Ce, Wang Zheng has no psychological hesitation or resistance at all about killing Lu Bu.
Secondly, as a later generation, Wang Zheng also knew that in the original history, Lu Bu did take advantage of Yuan Shu's attack and took Xuzhou from Liu Bei's empty defense.
An imperial uncle of the Han Dynasty who was kind to him did not stop Lu Bu's ambition, and directly repaid evil with kindness. Wang Zheng asked himself that if he were now the pastor of Xuzhou, Lu Bu would only be more unscrupulous.
To put it bluntly, he knew very well from the beginning that the two of them would have to fight sooner or later for the land beneath their feet.
After all, the five counties of Xuzhou are too small to accommodate the ambitions of two people!
But it is not appropriate to take action at this time.
Lu Bu is currently calm because the time is not mature enough and his power has not yet been restored. Why doesn't his royal government need some time to buffer?
"Whether this secret order comes from Cao Cao or Emperor Xian, there is no reason to obey it." After everyone expressed their opinions, Wang Zheng, who pondered for a long time, finally said: "But now we are all Han ministers in name after all. If we don't obey it, how can we cover it up on our faces? "
As soon as he finished speaking, the generals all shrank back and became as quiet as chickens. Even Yu Jinxu Fang was no exception. At the same time, they all looked to the opposite side eagerly.
There is no other way. If they were to conquer on the battlefield, they would naturally have everyone fighting to be the first, but matters such as famous weapons and crowning words are not what they are good at.
When Mi Heng saw this, he snorted lightly at first, seeming quite disdainful, but he immediately turned to look at Zhang Zhao beside him.
He is not good at this either.
For a moment, all the attention of the audience was focused on one celebrity from Pengcheng.
This treatment puts me under a lot of pressure...
Zhang Zhao, who was thinking about it, was startled as soon as he raised his head. He coughed dryly before looking at Wang Zheng: "Zhou Mu, just now we said that the name of this angel is Dong Zhao? Is he from Jiyin Dingtao?"
Wang Zheng nodded in agreement.
Zhang Zhao frowned more and more, and after asking about the other person's physical characteristics, he suddenly said: "That's not right!"
"Mr. Zhang, what's wrong?" Wang Zheng raised his eyebrows upon hearing this.
"I heard before that this Angel Palace openly accepted bribes and was a man who was keen on fame and fortune. I thought he had the same name." Zhang Zhao solemnly said: "But according to what the state pastor said, this person is indeed Dong Gongren, a famous scholar in Jiyin. Then
This move must be a fraud!"
Seeing everyone's doubts on their faces, Zhang Zhao explained: "Dong Gongren was born in the Dingtao Dong family. This famous family was passed down directly from Dong Zhang, the eighth son of the former great scholar Dong Zhongshu. How can he care about a mere wealth woman?"
Is it such a big deal?
Wang Zheng was startled when he heard this, and everyone on the side also looked shocked. After all, even Confucian sages like Dong Zhongshu, who were unlearned and incompetent like Wu Sheng, had heard of it.
"Mr. Zhang, it is true that Dong Zhao was not moved by the wealthy woman at that time." Xu Fang said: "But it was the general who did so because of his military merits."
"That's even more impossible!" Zhang Zhao shook his head: "This person is good at the art of smashing and closing, how can he be someone who lacks fame?"
"When he first promoted Xiaolian, he was appointed Chief Yingtao and magistrate of Bairen County. His political achievements were outstanding and his reputation was far-reaching. He was recruited by Yuan Shao and offered to join the army."
"In the third year of Chuping, Yuan Benchu fought against Jihou Jieqiao. Li Shao, the governor of Julu, and the wealthy people in the county wanted to rebel because Jihou was strong at that time. It was Dong Zhao who went to Julu alone and forged a petition in Yuan Shao's name.
, executed the culprits Sun and his wife and others, and then divided and appeased them, so the rebellion was put down before it even started."
"Subsequently, Li Pan, the prefect of Wei Commandery, was killed by bandits, and Yuan Shao appointed him to act as the prefect of Wei Commandery. After Dong Zhao took office, he implemented a plan of alienation. He first ordered the bandits from all sides to attack each other, and then took advantage of their weakness to send troops to attack them.
....”
Having said this, Zhang Zhao paused, stared at the crowd, and said word by word: "It was decided in one battle. In two days, the victory was reported three times, and more than ten thousand people were beheaded!"
"Everyone... Zhou Mu... I would like to ask if such a great talent with great merits would be tempted by vain merits?"
Everyone was silent after what they said, and Wang Zheng fell into a long exam.
Perhaps due to the long time travel, he had unknowingly contracted the habit of judging talents by appearance among the Han people in this world. From the first moment he saw Dong Zhao, he had a little contempt for this fat man with an average appearance.
If it weren't for the knowledgeable and knowledgeable Zhang Zhao, I might have suffered a heavy loss without even realizing it!
What a damn fat man!
Sure enough, he has a pig face and a bright heart!
After some in-depth reflection, Wang Zheng said seriously: "If it is as Mr. said, Dong Zhao is a great talent, then his attitude in front of the banquet today is probably a fake one. So why is he doing this?"
"The Art of War says, show them with softness and meet them with strength, show them with weakness and take advantage of them with strength." Zhang Zhao was silent for a while, and Yu Jin on the side interjected: "General, on the surface, this person looks like he is keen on making a name for himself.
, just to make us take it lightly and lead to misjudgment.”
"If you look at it at the end, you are showing it as false, and you have other plans!"
The words awakened the dreamer, and an idea flashed in Wang Zheng's mind, and he stood up: "What Wen Ze said is true!"
"To show the enemy a falsehood, so what Dong Zhao has revealed now is false and what is true?"
While walking hurriedly in the hall, Wang Zheng murmured to himself: "It is a vain thing to be passionate about fame and fortune, so if we want to kill Lu Bu, is it a vain thing or a real thing?"
"My lord, it is impossible for the secret order to be false." Mi Heng said: "No matter how bold and cunning Dong Zhao is, he can't possibly forge the emperor's order, right?"
"No, no, no." Wang Zheng glanced at Mi Heng, thinking that although Mi Heng was smart, sometimes he was too upright and a little less cunning: "The secret book cannot be false, I mean.
..”
Looking around at everyone, Wang Zheng said seriously: "Did Dong Zhao not care about whether we would act in accordance with orders from the beginning?"
Zhang Zhao reacted first and blurted out: "Zhou Mu has fallen into the trap after receiving the secret order!"
"Not bad!" Wang Zheng nodded appreciatively, pointed to the secret book on the case and said:
"From the beginning, as long as I accepted this secret book and read this secret book, Cao Cao's goal has been achieved!"
"Whether we use troops against Lu Bu or not, it doesn't matter at all!"
"It would be best if I were really obsessed and seduced by a country prince, but today..."
As he spoke, Wang Zheng looked around with a smile on his face and blinked: "General Cao will not look down upon Wang so much, right?"
Everyone laughed and nodded.
indeed.
Cao Cao suffered two big losses from General Tiangong. This man was also a powerful leader, capable of hatred and hostility, but he could never be underestimated in the slightest.
"Then there is a reasonable explanation for Dong Zhao's posturing."
Thinking of the fat man's deception, Wang Zheng snorted coldly, and his eyes turned cold for a moment: "It's precisely that we are asked to focus on this secret book and how to refuse."
"As long as we don't care about him, he can take the opportunity to do another thing!"
At this point, everyone present had understood. Only Wu Sheng still asked stupidly: "What's the matter?"
"What else can happen?"
Glancing at Wu Sheng lightly, Wang Zheng stood proudly with his hands behind his back, his eyes turned to the map on the wall, his words were ridiculing, and his eyes shone brightly:
"Of course I have good intentions to remind the world's most powerful man who lives in Wu County."