When Cao Bao saw Liu Bei stopped, he hurriedly said: "Cao's army has been very anxious to attack the city in the past few days, but the general's leg injury has not healed and he has not gone to the city to help in the battle. I hope your lord will forgive me."
At that time, Cao Cao's army came to the city, and all the civil and military officials in the city were in danger. Cao Bao stayed at home to wait and see how the situation would change in the name of recovering from his injuries. If Cao Cao attacked Xuzhou City, Cao Bao would definitely be the first to surrender to Cao Cao. Liu Bei knew it well.
Although Liu Bei despised Cao Bao, he had just entered Xuzhou and did not have many confidants. He did not dare to push too hard against the local Xuzhou nobles like the Cao family, so he smiled and said: "Why did General Cao say this? You are seriously injured. On this occasion, Liu is still concerned about the safety of Xuzhou City, and Liu is very relieved. Please continue to rest in peace and recuperate after General Cao returns. When Liu is free, he will visit your mansion."
Although Liu Bei's words were gentle and gentle, it was as painful as needle pricks in Cao Bao's ears. Cao Bao was different from people like Chen Deng and Sun Qian. He had not read many books. Although he had some strength, his martial arts was average. Very likely, the reason why he was able to occupy a place among the civil and military officials in Xuzhou was because he gained Tao Qian's trust and held a certain amount of military power, which were the guarantee for the prosperity of the Cao family. Now, Liu Bei asked Cao Bao to go back. Resting peace of mind, he clearly wanted to deprive Cao Bao of his military power.
Cao Bao suddenly panicked, and quickly raised his hands and said: "Back to my lord, the general's injury has recovered greatly, and he will be able to carry his gun again in the near future."
Liu Bei stared at Cao Bao and said meaningfully: "General Cao's injury is really healed?"
Cao Bao quickly threw off his arms, took two quick steps in the meeting hall, nodded affirmatively, and said, "It's indeed much better."
In fact, his legs are really not very good. He walked a little faster just now and there is still a slight pain. However, if he is allowed to stand on the top of the city and direct the defense, there will be no big problem. But who is Liu Bei? Looking at all the princes in the world, Liu Bei is the best and the most tolerant. Cao Bao trying to pretend in front of him is tantamount to trying to do the same thing.
Although Liu Bei did not intend to offend the local nobles in Xuzhou too much, he was determined to firmly grasp the military power in his own hands. Seeing Cao Bao's poor performance, he couldn't help but sneer secretly and said: "General Cao is commendable for his loyalty and bravery, but in Liu's opinion Come, the general’s legs and feet are still inconvenient. In this case, Liu will personally take the general back to his home.”
Cao Bao was stunned. Regardless of whether Liu Bei used to weave straw mats or sell straw sandals, his current identity is the genuine Xuzhou Mu. If he visits the Cao family in person, it will naturally be a great honor for the Cao family. You know , when Tao Qian was the shepherd of Xuzhou, he was very kind to Cao Bao, but he had never been to Cao's house once.
But in this way, Liu Bei could use the excuse that Cao Bao's body has not fully recovered, and tell him in front of his family that he should stay at home to recuperate and not go out. Think about it, if Cao Bao wasn't seriously injured, he just participated in a meeting. , why bother to ask Mr. Zhou Mu to send him home personally? It is only natural to rest at home for a longer time.
Cao Bao was not stupid at all. He quickly figured out the joints and said quickly: "I just want to go back by myself. I don't dare to bother my lord to send you off."
Liu Bei was determined to seize his military power, so how could he let this opportunity pass and said with a smile: "Don't General Cao welcome Liu?"
Cao Bao could only say sarcastically: "How dare you, general? Thank you so much, my lord."
The Cao family, like the Mi family, is one of the largest families in Xuzhou, and they are both on the most prosperous street in Xuzhou. Liu Bei currently occupies the Mi family's house, so it is not too far away from the Cao family. However, in order to
To express his concern for Cao Bao and to show that Cao Bao's injury was still very serious, Liu Bei specially ordered someone to prepare a carriage.
Lying on the carriage, being escorted by Master Zhou Mu on horseback, it seemed extremely beautiful, but only Cao Bao understood the feeling in his heart. Cao Bao's face was extremely ugly, and his mood was extremely bad, but for the sake of the Cao family
He must be patient in the future.
In a moment, the carriage arrived in front of Cao's mansion. Liu Bei opened the door first and reached out to help Cao Bao out of the carriage. His enthusiasm was clearly not like that of a lord treating his subordinates.
In just a short journey, Cao Bao had already thought a lot. He had to try to save the current unfavorable situation no matter what, so he said with a smile on his face: "Since the lord has arrived in front of the gate of the mansion, why don't you go in and have a glass of water and wine?"
So that I can express my gratitude to you."
After sending Cao Bao to the door, Liu Bei's goal was achieved. He could have asked Cao Bao to rest peacefully at home to recuperate. However, Liu Bei wanted to win over the hearts of the local nobles in Xuzhou, so naturally it was difficult to disobey Cao Bao, so he smiled and nodded.
He nodded and helped Cao Bao into the mansion.
Seeing Liu Bei nodding in agreement, Cao Bao finally felt relieved. A good start is half the success. He had already seen hope.
The Cao family was a well-known family in Xuzhou, so it was easy to prepare a banquet. All kinds of fruits and dishes were prepared in no time. Liu Bei was accustomed to acting in every situation and was not willing to give in, so he sat down at the table and drank with Cao Bao.
After three rounds of drinking, Cao Bao stood up and said: "My lord, drinking on empty air is boring. There are songs and dances prepared in the general's house. Why not invite the general to come out to help the wine?"
Liu Bei smiled and nodded with the idea of taking care of things as they came.
Cao Bao was overjoyed. He clapped his hands gently and heard the music playing. A group of voluptuous young women filed out from behind the screen and danced in the center of the hall. Some noble families with status often raise animals.
Some singers and dancers, Diao Chan is the dancer in Wang Yun's family, Cao Bao's family also has a group of such girls, all of them are young, beautiful and slim.
It's rare that Guan Yu is not around these days, so Liu Bei was planning to go back to the backyard to have some intimacy with Ganmei. To be honest, compared to Liu Xin, Liu Bei's endurance in this regard is much stronger. Liu Xin couldn't bear it after holding it in for half a year.
Well, Liu Bei has been holding it back for several years. But then again, the longer he holds it back, the stronger his desire will be, not to mention Liu Bei's original plan for this today.
There are not many normal men who are not lewd, otherwise Liu Xiahui, who was still pregnant, would not be praised by others. Later generations will describe Liu Bei as a noble gentleman, but in fact they are just trying to improve his image. If he really
If you are not lewd at all, how can you be so fascinated by Sun Shangxiang that you don't even want to go back to Xishu?
After being drunk for a long time, Liu Bei's eyes became blurry as he looked towards the center of the hall. His eyes never left, staring at the girl who was leading the dance. The girl's dancing skills were mediocre, but she was tall and had a pair of slender and strong thighs.
, a pair of towering breasts, twisting, and the little appearance is really charming.
Cao Bao glanced at Liu Bei and said with a smile: "My little daughter Hui'er is not good at singing and dancing. Now that I heard that my lord is coming, I specially asked her to perform in front of me. I wonder if my lord can still tolerate her?"
Although women were not prohibited from appearing in public in that era, it was still very rare for a daughter of a wealthy family to dance in front of guests. Liu Bei originally thought that the girl leading the dance was just a dancer raised by Cao Bao's family. Who would have thought
It turned out to be Cao Bao's daughter, so she couldn't help but look at it carefully.
I saw that the face of the girl named Cao Hui was covered with a layer of gauze, and her face was not clearly visible, but her bright black eyes were full of passion, and Liu Bei nodded repeatedly.
Cao Bao clapped his hands again, the music stopped, and the dancers divided into two rows and retreated behind the screen. Cao Hui did not retreat with everyone, but walked up to Liu Bei and stretched out her slender hair.
jade hand, pinch
He picked up the wine cups on the table, bowed to Liu Bei, and said in a sweet voice: "Your Excellency, your visit to this humble abode will immediately make Pengpi shine. I have long admired Your Excellency's name, and would like to offer you a glass of water and wine here. I wish you all the best."
Don’t refuse.”
After seeing the graceful dance just now, and now hearing the delicate call again, half of Liu Bei's body became numb. He almost subconsciously took the wine cup from Cao Hui's hand and touched Cao Hui's hand inadvertently.
, I just felt my heart tremble. This feeling has not happened for many years. Liu Bei couldn't help but feel a little embarrassed, and murmured: "Thank you, Miss."
Seeing this, Cao Bao nodded slightly and said, "Hui'er, Mr. Liu is not an outsider. There is no need to cover up in front of Mr. Liu. Please remove the light on your face."
Before Liu Bei could react, Cao Hui agreed softly and gently removed the veil covering her face. She didn't know whether it was because she was tired from dancing just now, or because she felt shy about showing her true face in front of outsiders.
A thrilling blush appeared on Hui's pretty face.
Liu Bei hadn't been close to a woman for a long time, and he drank a lot today. Seeing Cao Hui's pretty face, and smelling the orchid-musk-like virgin fragrance, he couldn't help but feel a little distraught, and couldn't help but stand there.
Get up and drink the wine in one gulp.
Although Cao Bao has no special skills, he has a lot of wealth, especially this daughter who was born with beautiful face and moonlight. She loves her like a jewel and has never been willing to betroth her to him. Now, the Cao family's position in Xuzhou is in jeopardy. When they were on the carriage just now, Cao Bao had already decided to marry her.
Dedicating this daughter to Liu Bei was an act of desperation.
In fact, this situation is also a political marriage, which was normal in that era. Although Cao Bao has no ability, the Cao family is still a famous family in Xuzhou. If this marriage can be facilitated, it will not only consolidate Liu Bei's rule in Xuzhou, but also
To maintain the Cao family
Status is advantageous, but it can be said to be the best of both worlds. However, Liu Bei's reputation is far-reaching and he has never been close to women. Cao Bao is not sure whether he can agree to this marriage. As for marrying his daughter, he will be his wife.
Cao Bao no longer dared to hope for a concubine.
Seeing Liu Bei's performance, Cao Bao knew that the rumors could not be fully believed. He couldn't help but stand up and laughed and said: "If my lord does not dislike her, I will be willing to offer this girl to my lord as a pillow."
Cao Hui didn't feel ashamed, she said "嘤咛", covered her face and ran behind the screen.