In the days after he returned from copying Jian Shuo's Mansion, Cao Zhi became busier than before. The first was to inquire about the contents of every military and political meeting that Cao Cao went to the General's Mansion. As a modern man, Cao Zhi certainly knew how to grasp information.
Being able to take the initiative, in this era of information scarcity, the military and political meetings that Cao Cao attended became an important way for Cao Zhi to obtain information, especially information about Dong Zhuo.
Today, Cao Zhi finally got what he wanted. At dinner, Cao Cao came back with a long face. The reason was that Cao Cao advocated at the military and political meeting in He Jin that not all eunuchs are evil, and there must be good people among them. If they are all punished,
It would be unjust to destroy the eunuchs, and it would inevitably create too many enemies, which would eventually harm himself. He Jin was advised not to kill the eunuchs, let alone to mobilize troops from other vassals to the capital. However, He Jin was reprimanded in public, saying that Cao Cao had "selfish intentions".
Cao Cao's ancestor was a eunuch, so he spoke for the eunuch. He Jin's words made Cao Cao very angry. Fortunately, the censor Zheng Tai came out to smooth things over, and the matter was over. In general, He Jin agreed with Yuan Shao's idea of attracting Xiliang
Dong Zhuo's Xiliang army entered Beijing, shocked Empress Dowager He, and executed the eunuchs.
This is what Cao Zhi wanted to know most. He returned to his Dian army camp at night and summoned brothers Xia Houyuan, Yue Jin, Li Dian and other generals for a meeting. At the meeting, Cao Zhi first asked Xia Houyuan, "Do you have all the chariots, horses and bags prepared?"
together."
"We found more than a hundred carriages and horses, and two cloth bags for each person," Xia Houyuan replied.
"Well, okay, what did the people sent to monitor the Shichangshi's residence in Yonghe find?" Cao Zhi said.
"It was late in the evening, and there was nothing unusual at Shi Chang's service, but there was an unexpected discovery. He Miao, the younger brother of General He Jin, entered Zhang Rang's mansion in the evening," replied Le Jin, who was in charge of the matter.
"Humph, what happens after you eat the inside out?" Cao Zhi asked while thinking, He Jin, you deserve to be defeated, even your own brother betrayed you.
"After that, Zhang Rang recruited Zhao Zhong, Cao Jie, Guo Sheng, Feng Wei, Song Dian and other eunuchs into the government," Le Jin replied.
"Well, continue to pay attention to the movements in Yonghe. If there is any situation, report it in time. Grab your bags, chariots and horses and prepare more. From now on, all personnel in the army will be on standby at any time. Get ready to go," Cao Zhi said to the generals.
The generals responded "yes" and dispersed. Cao Zhi looked at their backs and recalled the events that had developed them into his confidants some time ago. In this era, it is impossible to do things alone, especially Cao Zhi's case.
.Cao Zhi spent some time to complete this matter.
On the night after he returned to the military camp after copying Jian Shuo's mansion, Cao Zhi asked Xia Houyuan to enter his room for a secret talk. As soon as Xia Houyuan entered Cao Zhi's room, before he could sit down, Cao Zhi asked: "Brother, look at me, Cao Zhi."
How is this guy Zhi?" Xia Houyuan was not used to being called such a polite person by Cao Zhi, because they were usually very casual.
Xia Houyuan found a chair and sat down. Seeing that Cao Zhi didn't look like he was joking, he raised his hips and said to Cao Zhi in a serious tone: "Brother, we all know the ins and outs of each other and grew up together.
No matter how old you are, you can still tell the difference between guest and host. If you have anything to say, just ask, and I won't be vague as long as I can."
Cao Zhi was very happy when he heard this. This is why he went to Xia Houyuan first.
"Okay, I'm just waiting for your words. How many people can we use in the army now?" Cao Zhi clenched his fist in his left hand, put it on his knee, and approached Xia Houyuan and asked.
"It depends on what you say. To put it more broadly, we have two thousand troops, but they can only be used after receiving military orders. If you assign them to private affairs without permission, it is inevitable that these people will not have different intentions." Xia Houyuan tasted what Cao Zhi said before saying.
After arriving, he took a sip of tea and continued: "Speaking of caring people, there are more than a hundred soldiers your brother brought from his hometown."
"A little less," Cao Zhi said thoughtfully.
Xia Houyuan listened and thought for a while and said: "However, through this period of contact, in our Dian army, the two captains Le Jin and Li Dian are good people. They are from our hometown. They are loyal and generous."
"Do you think it can be used?" Cao Zhi asked:
"You can give it a try," Xia Houyuan said.
"Well, you should get in touch with people first. You can use the gold, silver and jewels brought back today as you like. People are nothing more than wine, sex and wealth. Your brother Xiahou Dun also invited him to join the gang. Oh, my eldest brother Cao Cao won't let him.
If he knows, I'll give it a try," Cao Zhi said, patting his thigh.
"Okay, brother, what big deal have you planned after talking for a long time?" Xia Houyuan couldn't help but ask.
"Hey...brother really wants to know," Cao Zhi said. Seeing Xia Houyuan nodding his head, Cao Zhi stood up, put his foot on the chair and held Xia Houyuan's shoulders and said, "Brother, listen up.
Already..."
Xia Houyuan's face turned blue and white as he listened to Cao Zhi's words. After Cao Zhi repeatedly promised to use threats and inducements, he finally nodded, and the two of them plotted until dawn. The next morning, he walked out of Cao Zhi's room with two dark circles under his eyes.
However, these two people did not feel tired at all. Instead, they were both excited. These two people were naturally our Xia Houyuan and Cao Zhi. In the following days, Xia Houyuan, Le Jin, Li Dian and other troops
General enters and exits Cao Zhi's barracks.
People in ancient times, especially military generals, particularly worshiped heroes. When they attacked Nangong, Cao Zhishen led the troops into Nangong. His armor was stained with blood. Many people saw it. After returning, some soldiers added fuel to the sauce after tea and dinner, foaming at the mouth.
They told about Cao Zhi's heroic deeds, his martial arts skills, and how he killed countless enemies. Some people even described how to kill enemies with one move after another, as if they were witnessing it with their own eyes.
The big-headed soldiers do not understand the art of war. They believe that bravery in fighting is worthy of admiration. Therefore, training Le Jin, Li Dian and others to become confidants went quite smoothly. Cao Zhi once again asked them to run errands in the name of following the Queen Mother's secret order. Since the last time
As soon as the news spread that Cao Zhi at the Jinluan Palace was promoted unexpectedly and was summoned by the Empress Dowager, everyone in the capital now knew that Cao Zhi was the new favorite of the court. It was natural for the Empress Dowager to entrust Cao Zhi with some missions, so no one had any doubts.
During this period, Cao Zhi did not forget to ask about Diao Chan. Coincidentally, the "Wanjintang" where Si was in charge during this period was in charge of Diao Chan. On this day, Cao Zhi and Duan Si met at the crown room and found out that Diao Chan was not
It refers to a person's name, but a place called Diao Chan Guan Fang, which is a place specifically for making official hats for imperial officials, because Diao Chan is an indispensable decoration on official hats. It is said that in the era of King Wuling of Zhao, Hu Fu entered the court, and there were
Officials wore gold bells on their crowns, with a cicada pattern and a mink tail in front. Later, it gradually became the standard dress of the imperial court, and a special production place was set up, hence the name Diao Chan Guanfang.
The women were careful and skillful, and the palace maids who were responsible for making the Diao Chan crowns in the Diao Chan crown room were all called "Diao Chan". In other words, the palace maids who made the Diao Chan crowns here could all be called "Diao Chan". Cao Zhi was so confused that he originally wanted to plot against Dong Zhuo.
He grabbed "Diao Chan" before Dong Zhuo came, and let Dong Zhuo, the big donkey, take a good beating. Cao Zhicai didn't care whether Dong Zhuo and Lu Bu fought because of Diao Chan, what he wanted now was to take advantage of Dong Zhuo before he came.
I have taken advantage of Dong Zhuo first. I am not strong enough to defeat Dong Zhuo now, but I can't take advantage of him. I won't let him get any trouble that should be given to Dong Zhuo. It's good now that there are so many "Diao Chan" snatching him away.
That's it. It seems that there is no hope for Yin Dongzhuo's beauty.
Cao Zhi was helplessly escorted out of the Diao Chan Palace by Duan Si. Just as he was about to leave, a palace maid suddenly ran in from outside with her head down, holding a large bag of things. The palace maid almost bumped into Cao Zhi in her hurry, but Duan was
Si scolded, stood still, and looked up at them. As soon as Cao Zhi looked at the palace maid, his eyes lit up and he said, "A beauty is here." This palace maid had a pink, smooth and charming face, and soft curved eyebrows.
The eyebrows are lighter, but the back is darker and thicker. Under a pair of bright eyes is a nose as greasy as jade and a red cherry mouth.
This beauty is the second great beauty Cao Zhi has encountered since arriving in ancient times. Her eyebrows, facial features, slender nose and cherry lips are absolutely charming. She is the kind of real feminine charm. Judging from her age, she is only ten years old.
She is already a beautiful woman at the age of five or six. If she were older, would it be better?
The palace maid noticed that Cao Zhi was looking at him blankly, thinking that he had bad intentions, so she rolled her eyes at Cao Zhi. Duan Si saw this and was about to scold him, but Cao Zhi stopped him. Duan Si sent the palace maid away knowingly and immediately called to the crown room.
The chief asked about the situation of the palace maid just now. According to Guanchang's housekeeper, the girl's real name is Ren Hongchang. She is a girl from the mountains. After coming to the palace, she worked hard and was eager to learn. Now she is the best in Diao Chan in the palace. Cao Zhi changed his mind.
After thinking about it, he shook his head, looked up to the sky and laughed twice before leaving. Cao Zhi felt that he still couldn't figure out whether Diao Chan, who would become one of the "four beauties" in history, was the one in Diao Chan's crown.
Let's talk about it later. At present, Ren Hongchang is the first target, because in Cao Zhi's opinion, she is the most beautiful in Diao Chan Guan and has the greatest potential to seduce Dong Zhuo and Lu Bu.