He and Lu Xuan could talk playfully and even joke. Now Lu Xuan's words were completely different.
The attitude and tone have completely changed.
This is no joke.
It's serious.
If he is not given enough benefits, Lu Xuan will really join forces with Zhang Miao to start a war.
Under the current situation, Cao Cao and Lu Xuan cannot fight each other. Once Cao Cao and Lu Xuan start fighting, Lu Xuan will have a steady stream of troops to support them. Zhang Miao and others are still waiting and watching, and Zhang Miao may even directly counterattack.
It would be very detrimental to him.
Cao Cao quickly figured out the key, regained his composure, and said with a smile: "My dear son-in-law, it's not easy for me in Yanzhou. I'm also short of war horses. How about this, I'll give you a thousand war horses and a thousand cavalry."
Lu Xuan stood up and said forcefully: "It seems that my father-in-law is determined to start a war with me. Don't worry, father-in-law, I won't use any means to detain you. You just go back and we can start the war openly."
Cao Cao had a sad look on his face and said, "My dear son-in-law, please be considerate of me."
Lu Xuan said: "How can I be considerate of my father-in-law? You have been betrayed. Yuan Shao wishes that his father-in-law would completely surrender and let you send all your family members there. I am the only one who supports my father-in-law regardless of the cost. Isn't this kind of consideration enough?
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The sadness on Cao Cao's face seemed to be so thick that it was almost dripping with water, and he said: "This time, my losses are also very big."
Lu Xuan said: "Father-in-law's men did not lose any generals and had enough food. They captured Puyang and obtained Puyang's supplies. They are well-equipped with troops and food. My father-in-law won this battle and took the initiative. What else is missing?"
Cao Cao sighed in his heart.
You can't fool Lu Xuan.
If it were Yuan Shao, because Yuan Shao was so proud, he could still deceive him when he was poor, but Lu Xuan couldn't deceive him at all.
Cao Cao was a very determined man. He knew the value of war horses very well. He scratched his head and said tentatively: "Let's see, there are 1,200 war horses, and Lu Bu's 1,800 elite men are all elites."
Lu Xuan said directly: "Fifteen hundred war horses and two thousand elite men."
Cao Cao frowned deeply and sighed: "It's too much."
Lu Xuan's eyes were cold and he said forcefully: "One thousand, six hundred war horses and two thousand five hundred elite men."
Cao Cao's cheeks twitched.
Too much.
He captured only more than 2,000 horses, and gave him 1,600, leaving less than 1,000. It was such a loss. Cao Cao wanted to continue bargaining, but seeing Lu Xuan's posture, he swallowed the words he spoke.
go back.
Lu Xuan was about to break up.
We can't continue. Once we start a war with Lu Xuan, we will suffer more than a few losses.
Cao Cao had no choice but to deal with Lu Xuan, so he said, "Okay, I'll take my virtuous son-in-law, 1,600 war horses, and 2,500 elite men."
"Can!"
Lu Xuan nodded.
With 1,600 war horses, 2,500 elite men, plus Zhang Liao, Gao Shun, Song Xian and others, this transaction is not a loss.
Cao Cao called Dian Wei and asked Dian Wei to notify someone to hand over the matter.
Cao Cao did not leave, but said with a smile: "The wise son-in-law said he planned to leave, is he really leaving?"
Lu Xuan said: "If I continue to stay, I'm afraid it will offend my father-in-law. People, be wise. You are no longer useful. Why don't you leave quickly? Will you be annoying if you stay?"
Cao Cao laughed, shook his head and said, "The wise son-in-law is joking. I really wish that the wise son-in-law would stay and sweep Yanzhou for me."
Lu Xuan chuckled.
Cao Cao has always been very thick-skinned.
Lu Xuan and Cao Cao talked incessantly. Less than a quarter of an hour later, Dian Wei entered again and reported: "My lord, the horses and prisoners, as well as Lu Bu's men and family members, have all been brought and handed over to
Huang Zhong.”
Cao Cao stood up and asked, "Xian son-in-law, are you satisfied?"
Lu Xuan said: "Thank you very much, father-in-law."
Cao Cao said: "My generals said that Chen Gong was captured by Huang Zhong. If the wise son-in-law wants to be interrogated, he will be interrogated. When the interrogation is over, he will be handed over to me."
"no problem."
Lu Xuan nodded and said: "When Huang Zhong counts the prisoners, I will send Chen Gong to his father-in-law's camp."
Cao Cao nodded and left directly.
Lu Xuan waited quietly. Not long after, Huang Zhong came to the camp, clasped his fists and said: "My lord, Lu Bu's family members have all taken over. In addition, Zhang Liao, Gao Shun and others have also taken control. All the horses and cavalry are very good."
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Lu Xuan nodded and ordered: "You arrange for someone to send Chen Gong to Cao Cao. Then, bring Zhang Liao over."
"Here!"
Huang Zhong turned around to make arrangements.
Zhang Liao was brought over. He was disheveled and had many scars on his body. He looked very tired. In the battle at Puyang last night, Zhang Liao fought until the end and was captured after exhaustion. It was unlike Song Xian, Wei Xu and others who surrendered.
Lu Xuan looked expectantly and said: "Wen Yuan is very strict in running the army, which is different from Lu Bu's other generals. It would be a pity for a tiger general like you to follow Lu Bu. Now that Lu Bu is dead, are you willing to submit to me?"
Lu Xuan had no pressure to recruit Zhang Liao.
Zhang Liao is not like Gao Shun, who is stubborn and loyal to Lu Bu.
Zhang Liao is a person who adapts to the situation.
Historically, Zhang Liao was initially a subordinate of Ding Yuan, and was recommended by Ding Yuan to work under He Jin. He Jin arranged for Zhang Liao to recruit troops in Hebei, and when Zhang Liao returned to Luoyang after recruiting troops, He Jin died, and the troops led by Zhang Liao were directly merged into the army.
Entered the service of Dong Zhuo.
Lü Bu killed Dong Zhuo. Zhang Liao was not a direct descendant of Li Jue, Guo Si, Niu Fu and others, but fell under Lü Bu's command and served Lü Bu. When Lü Bu was killed, Zhang Liao's troops surrendered to Cao Cao.
Zhang Liao's submission was a normal choice for most people because there was no extra choice.
The most outstanding thing about Zhang Liao is that he will go all out when he is in charge of his political affairs. Whether he is under Lu Bu or under Cao Cao, Zhang Liao will go all out.
It's just that Zhang Liao needs a master.
Zhang Liao was not prominent under Lu Bu. After serving for Cao Cao, he began to show his abilities. Especially in the battle of Hefei, Zhang Liao led 800 dead soldiers and defeated Sun Shiwan in a state of panic. He became famous in the first battle.
Lu Xuan also likes people like this.
This is a tiger general.
If used properly, it can be used as a general to guard one side, and can pacify the people there, and serve as a pillar and barrier for the country.
Lu Xuan looked at Zhang Liao expectantly, he believed that Zhang Liao would make the most appropriate choice.
Zhang Liao cupped his fists and said, "Zhang Liao is willing to surrender, but there is one condition."
Lu Xuan waved his hands and said, "Just say it."
Zhang Liao looked serious and said: "Marquis Wen's family members have all been captured and captured. Please arrange them properly for Mr. Lu."
Lu Xuan said: "If you don't tell me, I will make proper arrangements. Although Lu Bu is an enemy, he will not bring harm to his wife and children. I understand this truth."
Zhang Liao knelt down on one knee, cupped his fist and said, "Zhang Liao, pay homage to my lord."
Lu Xuan smiled and said: "Get up."
Zhang Liao thanked him and stood up, bowing and standing with a respectful expression.
Lu Xuan continued: "You are good at cavalry raids. Now with you, I have the possibility to form cavalry. I worship you as the general of cavalry and command all the cavalry. This time when Puyang was captured, Cao Cao handed over 2,500
Give me Lu Bu's soldiers and 1,600 horses. I will put them all under your control."
"I humble my duty and obey my orders."
Zhang Liao's eyes were excited.
He did not expect that he, a reduced general, would be under Lu Xuan's command and directly command the cavalry.
This is what Lu Xuan relies on.
Zhang Liao was extremely excited in his heart. This was his opportunity.
Lu Xuan nodded and ordered: "In that case, go and rectify all the soldiers and horses. These people are in the military camp and should be formed as soon as possible."
"I humble my duty and obey my orders."
Zhang Liao answered again.
Lu Xuan called Huang Zhong and asked Huang Zhong to take Zhang Liao to make arrangements. At the same time, Lu Xuan asked Huang Zhong to take Gao Shun to the camp.
Gao Shun's armor was also damaged, he was covered in blood, and his body was covered with scars. However, when he entered the camp and saw Lu Xuan, he held his head high, his eyes were stubborn and unruly, and he looked like he would not surrender until he died.
