Lu Xuan came to the hall and saw Cao Ang delivering the order. He smiled and said hello.
After Cao Ang smiled and returned the greeting, his expression immediately became serious and he said solemnly: "Your Majesty is grateful for Lu Shijun's meritorious service in governing Yangzhou, so he specially appoints you as General of Hussars, makes you Marquis of Wu, and grants you the title of Kaifu and the Third Division of Yitong!"
Lu Xuan raised his eyebrows, a little surprised.
Cao Cao was very willing.
Wu Hou is a normal county prince, nothing special.
The hussar general is different. It is a military position second only to the general, and one of the most prominent official positions in the Han Dynasty. Because of Huo Qubing, the position of hussar general was created, and it was the dream of countless generals.
Lu Xuan would not think that this was the emperor's intention. If the emperor falls into Cao Cao's hands, he is Cao Cao's puppet. The emperor's edict cannot be transmitted out of the palace, and what is transmitted must be Cao Cao's order.
Kaifu, the rituals are the same as those of the three divisions, but they are different.
Opening a mansion means that the court agrees that you recruit counselors and generals on your own and form a team. Generally, it will not be easily awarded to local officials. The three divisions of Yitong enjoy the same treatment as the three princes such as Situ, Sikong and Taiwei.
Cao Cao's arrangement is very satisfying.
Lu Xuan's mind was spinning, but he did not accept it immediately. He looked at Cao Ang and asked, "What official position does my father-in-law hold now?"
Cao Ang's heart skipped a beat.
When he came, Cao Cao mentioned that Lu Xuan would definitely ask about Cao Cao's position, so he gave Lu Xuan the official position of Cavalry General.
Unexpectedly, I was really caught in the trap.
Cao Ang secretly thought that Jiang was too old. He smiled slightly and said, neither humble nor arrogant: "My father is the Sikong, and he is a hussar general in the military."
Lu Xuan nodded.
Cao Cao conducts military affairs as a hussar general, which is equivalent to a hussar general. His civilian official position is Sikong, and his military attache's position is a hussar general, who oversees the civil and military affairs of the court.
Cao Cao's arrangement did not suppress Lu Xuan.
Historically, Cao Cao's arrangements for Yuan Shao were different. After Cao Cao took control of the emperor, he proclaimed himself a general and appointed Yuan Shao as a lieutenant to overpower Yuan Shao. Unexpectedly, Yuan Shao directly refused to accept the imperial edict. In the end, Cao Cao had no choice. He
Unable to offend Yuan Shao, he gave the general to Yuan Shao again.
Lu Xuan received the edict, accepted the corresponding official robes and seals, and said with a smile: "Brother, it is rare for me to come to Shu County, especially since Cao Xian mentioned many times that he misses his family very much, and I want him to go
Yanzhou, but the road is far away and not safe, so we can only consider it later. Now that my brother is here, it is just in time to meet her."
Cao Ang nodded and replied: "I plan to meet my little sister, and then prepare to leave for the north. There are many things in the court, and I cannot afford to delay."
Lu Xuan said: "My father-in-law took control of Guanzhong and held the emperor in power to command the princes. It is very different. What official position does my brother hold in the court?"
Cao Ang raised his eyebrows.
What kind of tiger and wolf words did Lu Xuan say?
Cao Ang explained: "My dear brother, my father has never had the idea of coercing the emperor to order the princes. My father is respectful and respectful to your majesty. All government affairs in the court are handled by your majesty and he is never arbitrary."
Lu Xuan smiled and said: "My brother, it's meaningless to say these official words. Don't I still know my father-in-law's methods?"
Cao Ang smiled.
It was not convenient for him to talk more about the affairs of the court, so he changed the topic and said: "Now, I am just a good-looking general, responsible for guarding the palace. Compared with my virtuous brother, I am far behind."
A flash of light flashed in Lu Xuan's eyes.
Cao Ang is in charge of the Suwei Palace. Obviously, Cao Ang cannot be fully responsible for the Suwei Palace and defend the imperial city. Therefore, Cao Cao must have arranged for his direct relatives to control the imperial city and the emperor.
After Lu Xuan understood in his heart, he knew that the emperor's life was not easy.
However, the emperor escaped from the wolf den of Li Jue and Guo Si, settled down in Luoyang, and was still in the honeymoon period with Cao Cao for the time being.
As time goes by, the emperor will definitely not be lonely.
Officials who intend to cling to imperial power and are loyal to the Han Dynasty will definitely intend to help the emperor seize power. When the time comes, Lu Xuan will have plenty of opportunities to contact the emperor.
For example, the issue of the dress code.
Liu Bei couldn't do it. If the emperor and Cao Cao break up in the future, Lu Xuan gets the emperor's belt edict. Even if Cao Cao controls the emperor and has great righteousness, Lu Xuan can suppress Cao Cao and cut off Cao Cao's legitimacy by taking out the belt edict.
Many thoughts flashed through Lu Xuan's mind, and he said with a smile: "My brother, who lives in the Wei Palace, also holds an important position."
Cao Ang felt helpless, shook his head and said: "I am older than you, and I am only a general with good features, but now, my dear brother, you are a general of hussars. Comparing people with each other is so irritating."
Lu Xuandao: "It's all my luck."
The corners of Cao Ang's mouth twitched.
Lu Xuan's words were too irritating. He didn't believe that Lu Xuan was lucky. He was too lazy to talk to Lu Xuan and left with the excuse of looking for Cao Xian.
Lu Su looked at Cao Ang's leaving figure and excitedly raised his hands and said: "My lord served as a hussar general and was granted the title of Marquis of Wu. He opened a mansion and established three divisions. From now on, my lord's identity is completely different. Like this
The official position is more authoritative than that of Yangzhou Mu, Liu Biao's superior. Congratulations, lord, congratulations, lord."
Lu Xun said happily: "Congratulations, uncle."
Lu Xuan shook his head and said: "These official positions are just reputation. In the end, strength has the final say. Without strength, you cannot afford these official positions."
He turned his eyes and looked at Lu Xun again, and ordered: "Inform the officials of the Six Cao Cao, as well as Chen Deng and Gu Yong to discuss the matter."
"Here!"
Lu Xun immediately went to deliver the order.
Not long after, Zhang Zhao, Mi Fang, Yan Xiang, Xu Shu, Zhou Yu, Lu Meng, Chen Deng and Gu Yong came together.
After everyone bowed, they took their seats.
Lu Xuan looked around at the crowd and said straight to the point: "Cao Cao has represented the imperial court by supporting the emperor in Luoyang. Cao Cao arranged for Cao Ang to summon me on behalf of the imperial court, appointed me as General of Hussars, granted me the title of Marquis of Wu, and granted me the title of Kaifu and the Third Division of Yitong.
"
When Zhang Zhao and others heard this, they all became excited.
Zhang Zhao, in particular, was particularly excited. He quickly raised his hands and said, "Congratulations, my lord."
Mi Fang said: "Congratulations, my lord."
Yan Xiang, Xu Shu and others also saluted.
Lu Xuan further became a hussar general and was granted the title of Marquis of Wu. Under this premise, Lu Xuan also made more appointments to local people. When Lu Xuan was promoted, the people below him would naturally have more opportunities.
Lu Xuan continued: "My official promotion, in fact, there is no change, because the officials of Liucao are an independent system. Under my rule, everything remains as usual. The reason why I called you all here is to send troops again.
things."
"We have been resting for the past year."
"Up to now, we have enough troops and food, the place is stable, and this year's spring plowing has been completed, so we can send out troops."
"My goal this year is to attack Runan County in Yuzhou and capture Runan County. Further, I will send troops into Nanyang County to capture Nanyang County in the north of Jingzhou and cut off the connection between Jingzhou and the north."
Lu Xuan said seriously: "If you have any opinions on this arrangement, you can speak freely."
Zhang Zhao took the lead and said: "My lord, I am humble enough to second my proposal."
Xu Shu said: "I second the proposal due to my humble position."
Others agreed, all agreed, and everyone knew the benefits of cutting off the connection between Jingzhou and Yanzhou in the north. By controlling Nanyang County, Jingzhou became a caged bird, and it would be easier to deal with Jingzhou in the future.
Seeing that everyone had no objections, Lu Xuan ordered again: "In this campaign against Runan County, Zhou Yu will be the commander-in-chief and the governor-general's army will lead 30,000 elite troops to fight. Gu Yong, Lu Su, Guan Yu, Zhang Liao, Gao Shun, and Jiang will be deployed.
Qin joined the war, while Zhang Zhao stayed behind to take charge of government affairs."
"I humble my duty and obey my orders."
Zhou Yu, Zhang Zhao and others all spoke together.
Lu Xuan's eyes turned, fell on Chen Deng, and said: "Yuanlong, while I am leading the army to attack Runan County, you will no longer patrol the place and stay in Shu County."
"I humble my duty and obey my orders."
Chen Deng replied without a smile.
In an instant, he understood Lu Xuan's intention. The purpose of letting him be in charge of Shu County was to keep an eye on the situation in Shu County and prevent turmoil in Shu County.
"Lord, I humbly ask for a fight."
Lu Meng took the initiative to ask for a fight.
Lu Xuan asked: "You are Gong Cao Shangshu, responsible for Gong Cao's affairs. If you leave with him, who will be responsible for Gong Cao?"
Lu Meng quickly said: "Replying to my lord, I only hope to fight with my lord in this humble position. I would rather not do any work. Cao Shangshu, please allow me to do so."
Lu Xuan asked: "Have you considered it?"
Lu Meng said firmly: "Think about it."
He still thinks about the war, because now is the perfect time to perform meritorious service. If it were in the peaceful and prosperous times, it would be natural to follow the civil service system. But now, he has to constantly expand territories and conquer places. Killing enemies and performing meritorious services on the battlefield is the best way.
way.
Lu Xuan thought for a while and ordered: "If you insist on participating in the war, just go with us. There is a vacancy in the candidate of Gongcao Shangshu. Xu Shao, the prefect of Jiujiang, was transferred to Shu County to serve as the Gongcao Shangshu. In addition, Taishi Ci used the opportunity to challenge the rebel general.
Position, concurrently serving as the governor of Jiujiang."
"Here!"
Zhang Zhao answered immediately.
This matter belongs to the officials and has to be arranged by him.
Zhang Zhao felt even more deeply in his heart. Xu Shao had a good reputation. Moreover, during his stay in Jiujiang County, Xu Shao encouraged farming, encouraged education on a large scale, developed business, and made many political achievements. Such a person would enter Gongcao, so
The pattern of Liu Cao will also change.
Lu Xuan ordered: "Okay, let's go and make arrangements. Especially brother-in-law, the information you have is to further inquire about Runan County. In two days, we will vow to go out to attack Runan County."
"Here!"
Everyone makes arrangements individually.
Lu Xuan got up and left the Prefectural Mufu Mansion, went to Shuxiang Pavilion, and told Diao Chan about his departure. After lingering for a while, Lu Xuan returned to the Prefectural Mufu Mansion in the afternoon and talked to the daughters at home.
Two days passed in the blink of an eye. Lu Xuan was completely drained at home, and with some dark circles under his eyes, he came to the military camp and swore to fight.
Thirty thousand troops left Shu County in a mighty manner and headed north towards Jiujiang County.
Lu Xuan's route to Runan County this time was to first go north to Jiujiang County, go through Shouchun County to enter the Huai River, then go west for a while, then go north from Ying River, a branch of the Huai River, and enter the boundary of Runan County.
With waterways, Lu Xuan's army is fighting at the front, and grain and grass can be transported continuously from the rear. There is no need to worry about logistics problems. If the logistics of grain and grass depend entirely on land transportation, the loss will be too great, and countless civilians will be consumed in labor.
Therefore, if there is a waterway, you must take the waterway first.