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    Young Master Cao Pi, like his father Cao Lao, was a hard-working man who did what he said. After finally receiving the news that Cao Ang ordered to abandon Hongnong, he just returned to his home in Ximen, Chang'an. Cao Pi immediately wrote a letter about the situation and dispatched  The confidant left the city and traveled day and night to Chencang to deliver it to Uncle Liu Huang. Uncle Liu Huang was looking forward to the news, but he was so excited that his eyes almost went straight.

    Master Cao Pi's actions led to an unexpected consequence. As mentioned before, because they suspected that Cao Pi was the culprit behind Jiang Gan's disappearance, Xun Yu, Guo Jia and other old foxes in the Cao army secretly ordered Dian Wei and Cao Hong to send people to secretly monitor Master Cao Pi.  Because of Cao Pi's caution, the evidence that led to Jiang Gan's disappearance was not discovered by Dian Wei and Cao Hong's people. As a result, Cao Pi sent his confidants out of the city to rush west, but they were both discovered by spies arranged by Dian Wei and Cao Hong.  Reported in front of Dian Wei and Cao Hong.

    Sending people out of the city on official business was actually just a small matter for Cao Pi. Logically speaking, it would be difficult to arouse the suspicion and attention of Dian Wei, Cao Hong and others. However, Cao Pi made the mistake of sending his confidant Bin Yingxuan to ride out of the city, causing Dian,  The spies arranged by Cao and Cao did not dare to take it lightly. They quietly followed Ying Xuan out of Chang'an City and saw Ying Xuan galloping all the way to the west, heading straight to the west in a hurry.  After the secret agent sent the news back to the city, both Dian Wei and Cao Hong felt that something was a little strange. They couldn't figure out why Cao Pi sent Ying Tuan to the due west. In confusion, they both sent the news to Xun Yu and others, and invited several Cao soldiers to do so.  The old fox analyzed the matter.

    "The second young master's guest, Ying Tuan, went to the west of Chang'an?"

    Xun Yu, Guo Jia and others also had some doubts about this, because the Jiang Qian incident occurred in the opposite direction to the east of Chang'an.  At the same time, the location of Jiang Gan's prison car that had been discovered by Cao Jun's team also proved that Jiang Gan had taken the Qinling Trail and fled to Hongnong. He could never appear due west of Chang'an, so Xun Yu, Guo Jia and others inevitably felt that something was wrong.  It was a little weird, but he didn't think about the worst. He just told Cao Hong to send two spies who knew Ying Xuan to chase Ying Xuan on horseback and scout Ying Xuan's destination out of the city, and then put this little matter aside for the time being.  On one side, he concentrated on preparing for the major event of Xuzhou Army's attack on Tongguan.

    Because it has been decided to give up the plan of Hongnong and exorcism of wolves and tigers.  The battle to defend Tongguan is already imminent.  The army and food and grass had been prepared long ago. When Guo Jia, Zhang Liao and others escorted the coffin of Boss Cao back to Chang'an, they had already brought back to Tongguan all the food and grass that Hongnong could transfer - which was also a pitiful amount of food and grass. Uncle Liu Huang sponsored Cao's army.  More than 200,000 hu of grain and grass for the team.  Half of it has been taken out and stored in Tongguan and Huayin areas for later use.  There is also the main force of Cao's army brought back from Hangu Pass.  He was also led by Zhang Liao and Zhang He and stationed in Huayin to rest and recuperate.  They can be thrown into the Tongguan battlefield to assist Cao Ren and Man Chong at any time. When there are no more troops to send, Cao Jun's troops that can participate in the battle have actually been deployed long ago.

    The dilemma is the coaching issue.  Cao's army must have a commander who can command the overall situation and sit on the Tongguan battlefield. There must also be a reliable person who stays in Chang'an to provide command, liaison and coordination, and purchase of follow-up supplies. He also needs to be on guard against his ally Liu Huangshu, who is known to like to rob the enemy.  Xun Yu and others deliberately persuaded Cao Ang to go to Tongguan battlefield to fight the Xuzhou army in person, but they could not find a reliable person to stay in Chang'an and take command in the center. They were even worried that Cao Ang would make a big mistake after arriving at Tongguan and reunite with Deputy Director Tao after a long absence.  Hesitating again and again and never making up his mind.

    "How about letting General Cao Ren serve as the coach of Tongguan, and ask the eldest son to stay in Chang'an." Guo Jia suggested: "General Cao Ren is the cousin of the old lord, and a close general of the old lord. He has always been loyal, brave, stable and reliable, and has many talents.  Having the experience of leading an army alone, with experience to look forward to and lessons to learn, it is just right to serve as the head coach of Tongguan. One or two more people among us can help Man Boning and assist him, which will be enough to compete with the Tao thief's machinations.  .¡±

    "Cao Ren is certainly suitable to be the coach of Tongguan, but there are two problems." Xun Yu frowned and said: "The first is the problem of Zhang Liao and Zhang He. Their official positions are the same as Cao Ren's, and Zhang Liao was also the temporary coach designated when the old master passed away. This shows that  The old master is also quite sure of Zhang Wenyuan's ability, loyalty and bravery, so he suddenly puts Cao Ren over Zhang Liao and Zhang He. If Zhang Liao and Zhang He are not convinced, a major event will be missed."

    "Cao Ren's seniority in our army is far higher than that of Zhang Liao and Zhang He. The two generals Zhang are also reasonable people, so they may not be dissatisfied because of this." Guo Jia insisted.

    "There are two other issues, the eldest son." Xun Yu sighed and said: "In any case, the eldest son is already our de facto lord. If we force him to appoint Cao Ren as the coach of Tongguan, Chang'an's  The team is controlled by Cao Hong and Dian Wei again, which means that they have completely ignored him. If the eldest master is dissatisfied, I am afraid that the situation will be even worse. If something unexpected happens, how can you and I have the face to meet the lord in the future?"

    "Guo Jia shut up, because the veteran civil and military ministers of Cao's army have actually emptied Cao Ang,"Without the consent of Cao Hong or Dian Wei, Cao Ang could not mobilize even a single soldier and horse in Chang'an City. Without the nods of Xun Yu, Guo Jia and others, Cao Ang's decree could not even be sent out of his own door. In this regard, Cao Ang himself  Although he did not complain a word, no one knew what he was thinking. At the same time, other civil and military officials in Cao's army may not have no complaints. Xun Yu, Guo Jia and others who had no intention of seizing power also had to consider this important issue.

    After closing his mouth and thinking carefully for a long time, Guo Jia suddenly said: "I still think that the eldest son must not go to Tongguan. You all saw the situation when we forced the eldest son to swear an oath to resist Tao in front of the lord's spirit a few days ago.  The young master's actions and words clearly indicate his intention to surrender to Tao. If the eldest son is allowed to go to Tongguan to personally command the three armies, and he suddenly orders to surrender to Tao, what will we do? Even if we object and prevent him from leading the entire army to surrender to Tao, he is carrying  We open the gate of Tongguan to welcome the Tao thief, how can we prevent him? He is the lord now, so it is easy to do this."

    "I also think that the eldest son cannot be the coach of Tongguan." Cheng Yu also said: "Regardless of whether the eldest son will decide to surrender to Tao, his talent and ability are definitely no match for Tao Ying's traitors, even with our help. He is here  As long as there is a slight mistake in tactical decision-making, the consequences will be disastrous! In order to avenge the lord, for the foundation that the lord has worked hard to create, and for the safety of the soldiers of the three armies, we deserve to bear the infamy of bullying the Lord and taking power, and the Lord¡¯s spirit in heaven will also forgive us.  !¡±

    Xun Yu thought about it for a long time and said calmly: "Invite Dian Wei and Cao Hong. As long as they agree with us, we can take the blame. Even if it is forced. We must force the eldest son to stay in Chang'an and let Cao Ren  Become the coach of Tongguan."

    As military generals, Dian Wei and Cao Hong were far more resolute than Xun Yu and others, and were more worried about Cao Ang's pro-Tao stance than Xun Yu and others, so Xun Yu and others secretly met with Cao Hong and Dian Wei.  When informing civil servants of their decision and soliciting the opinions of military commanders.  Dian Wei and Cao Hong immediately applauded together.  Raising his hands in the air, he agreed with the decision of Xun Yu and others, and also actively expressed his willingness to unite with Xun Yu and others to force Cao Ang to stay in Chang'an.  Appointed Cao Ren as the coach of Tongguan.  For this reason, Dian Wei, who was loyal to Boss Cao, said impassionedly: "If this thing is done wrong, I will bear all the blame alone! But the legacy left by the lord must not be destroyed by the weak new lord, the eldest son."  In hand!"

    After unifying the oral front, the next morning, the five most important ministers of Cao's army in Chang'an City jointly asked to see Cao Ang. They asked Cao Ang in person to appoint Cao Ren as the commander-in-chief of Tongguan, and to lead the troops of Zhang Liao and Zhang He to defend Tongguan. He originally planned to personally lead the troops to defend against the enemy.  Cao Ang was shocked when he heard this and said hurriedly: "Uncles, it is not Uncle Cao Ren who cannot resist the enemy. It's just that General Zhang Liao and General Zhang He have always been on the same level as Uncle Cao Ren. Suddenly Uncle Cao Ren is above them. What about the two generals Zhang?"  Can you obey? If the generals are not in harmony, won't they miss important events?"

    "Lord, please rest assured. Generals Zhang Liao and Zhang He are loyal to the two generations of lords and have always been reasonable. They will not mind this matter."  The Lord's use of Yu Ta in a high position and making him superior to other generals seems reasonable and reasonable in the eyes of others, and there is nothing to say."

    "How can others have nothing to say? My nephew will at least be accused of nepotism." Cao Ang was loyal but not stupid. He added: "Uncles, my nephew is also wanting to discuss this matter with you.  My nephew wants to imitate his father and come to Tongguan to command the three armies to defend against the enemy, what do you think?"

    "Absolutely not." Xun Yu said quickly: "My lord, Chang'an cannot be guarded by others. You must stay in Chang'an."

    "Uncle Xun, just stay in Chang'an with Uncle Cao Hong. I can trust you." Cao Ang insisted on leading the army in person, saying: "The battle at Tongguan is related to the life and death of our army. As the commander-in-chief of the entire army, if I don't come in person,  How can we boost morale and inspire the armed forces by defending the enemy on the front line?"

    Xun Yu and others still refused to listen, and continued to make excuses to persuade Cao Ang to stay in Chang'an. At one point, they said that Cao Ang had recently died, and Cao Ang had to guard Cao's body. At another time, he said that his ally, the Emperor's Uncle Army, would come to reinforce him at some unknown time, and someone needed to be in the middle.  To regulate the affairs of the alliance, he even confessed that Cao Ang was not Deputy Director Tao's opponent. He and Cao Ang couldn't argue with each other, and no one could convince the other. In the end, Cao Ang became anxious and simply imitated Boss Cao and said, "Come to Tongguan Royal Palace in person."  Enemy, I have made up my mind, there is no need for my uncles to persuade me!"

    "I will not dare to accept the order even if I wait for death!" Xun Yu, Guo Jia, Cheng Yu, Dian Wei and Cao Hong refused in unison.

    "This" Cao Ang finally woke up and looked at the important civil and military officials his father had left for him. Cao Ang asked suspiciously: "Uncles, have you discussed it in private and decided to do it?"  Let me stay in Chang'an?"

    ????In Chang'an.  "

    "As expected, it was agreed upon." The clay figurine also had a very earthy temperament. No matter how loyal and good-tempered Cao Ang was, he couldn't help but get a little angry. He said angrily: "Uncles, are you going too far? My nephew, I respect you as my elders."  Veteran, I usually obey your words, but when it comes to the choice of the coach for the Tongguan decisive battle, which is crucial to the survival of our army, you all have to make the decision for my nephew, is it too much?"

    "I am guilty."  .¡±

    "What will you do if I insist on going to Tongguan to lead the troops in person?" Cao Ang asked angrily.

    "I will not dare to accept the order even if I wait for death!" Xun Yu, Dian Wei and others still said the same thing, and this time they even knelt down to Cao Ang together.

    "I am the lord, and I have the final say in who will be the coach of Tongguan! The decision is mine!" Cao Ang was even more furious.  He simply stood up and said, "Whether you agree or disagree, I will decide on Tongguan! Unless you depose me and establish a new leader!"

    After saying that, Cao Ang rolled his sleeves and left the hall, leaving Xun Yu, Guo Jia and other senior ministers kneeling in the hall. He didn't say a word for a long time with deep thoughts. All he was thinking about was how to prevent Cao Ang from going to Tongguan in person.  Let Cao Ang stay in Chang'an to defend the city.

    There is no airtight wall in the world.  Although both parties involved were very sensible and restrained and did not publicize the matter, it didn't take long for the good news of the conflict between Cao Ang and the auxiliary minister to reach the ears of the two brothers Cao Pi and Cao Zhi.  Overjoyed, the young and impulsive Cao Zhi simply ran into Xun Yu's house.  Directly persuade Xun Yu to contact Cao Jun's old officials to depose Cao Ang.  Establish a new owner.  As a result, Xun Yu was of course furious, scolded Cao Zhi in person and expelled him from the house.  He also directly told Cao Zhi that he was letting Cao Zhi go because of his old friendship with Boss Cao. If Cao Zhi dared to have such thoughts next time, he would immediately report to Cao Ang and ask Cao Ang to expel Cao Zhi from the family tree.  , Cao Zhi, who was offended, left in embarrassment.

    Cao Pi was far more cunning than Cao Zhi. Knowing that Xun Yu, Dian Wei and others were loyal to his father, even if he had a conflict with Cao Ang, he would not make up his mind to depose Cao Ang and establish a new leader. Unless Cao Ang, Xun Yu and others  The conflicts between people continued to expand, and the contradictions intensified to the point of being irreconcilable. Otherwise, Xun Yu, Dian Wei and others would never be so cruel as to destroy Cao Ang.

    Under such circumstances, the most effective way is to alienate, but in a hurry, Cao Pi could not think of any way to alienate Cao Ang and Cao Jun, so he could only place his hope in the resourceful Liu Huangshu team, and at the same time, in order to gain time and  To establish an image, Cao Pi stood up and acted as a good person again, persuading Cao Ang to stay calm, and renegotiating and communicating with Xun Yu and others. He also persuaded Xun Yu and others not to force Cao Ang too much, and to understand Cao Ang's need to establish authority as a master. He suggested  Putting aside the debate over who will be the coach of Tongguan for the time being, Cao Ren will first stick to Tongguan without fighting, and wait until Liu Bei's reinforcements arrive in Chang'an before deciding on the coach of Tongguan.

    Cao Pi made the right move by saying good things, doing good deeds, and being a good person with good intentions. When the military and political power was all controlled by his old ministers, Cao Ang, who was alone and alone, heard Cao Pi's good words and inevitably felt more grateful and trustful towards Cao Pi.  Trust your confidant.  However, Xun Yu, Dian Wei and other veterans of the Cao Army increasingly felt that Cao Pi was worthy of being put to great use, and that he was capable of being flexible and resourceful. This was indeed the case. In fact, this was so true that subconsciously, Xun Yu and other veterans of the Cao Army had already given birth to Cao Ang.  It must be Cao Pi's idea.

    Fortunately, Zhong Yao's Hongnong troops have not yet withdrawn to Tongguan. The huge Xuzhou main army still cannot reach the gates of Tongguan within ten days and a half. At the same time, it is less than two days' journey from Chang'an to Tongguan at a gallop. Cao Ang  There is still time to sit down and negotiate with Xun Yu and other veterans.  However, what surprised Cao Ang, Xun Yu and other Cao Jun elders was that when Cao Ang was quietly tempted and ready to give in, on the fifth day of the conflict between Cao Ang and Cao Jun elders, good news suddenly came from Chencang, saying that Uncle Liu's reinforcements had finally arrived.  Heading east, under the personal leadership of Uncle Liu Huang, they rushed towards Chang'an at a rapid march speed of eighty miles a day - if this speed continued, Uncle Huang's army would arrive in Chang'an within three days!

    Hearing the news, Cao Ang, who was brainwashed by the Xuzhou Army and despised Liu Huangshu to the core, cursed for the first time, scolding Liu Huangshu for finally giving up his shell, and then began to worry about how to deal with Liu Huangshu, a restless and kind-hearted white-eyed wolf.  Xun Yu, Guo Jia and other old foxes were extremely surprised when they heard the news, because Xun Yu and others discovered that the timing of Liu Huangshu's dispatch of troops was so coincidental. It was as if Cao's army had just ordered to abandon Hongnong and retreat to Tongguan, and someone immediately came quickly.  Ma rushed to Chencang to inform Uncle Liu Huang.

    "Is it the work of the big-eared thief? The news was reported to Chencang?" Xun Yu thought about it, but he secretly wondered: "That's not right. We didn't ask Zhong Yao to abandon Hongnong and retreat to Tongguan.  to grandpaHuh?  How could the big-eared thief find out the details so quickly?  "

    Just when he was puzzled, Cao Hong suddenly hurried into the signing room where Xun Yu was staying. He first motioned for Xun Yu to retreat, and then whispered in Xun Yu's ear: "Mr. Wen Ruo, we left the city six days ago.  The second young master Mubin Yingxuan came back. The people I sent to track him that day found no trace of him until Wu Gong. But this morning, Yingxuan quietly returned to Chang'an City for some unknown reason, and even wore a  The clothes of the common people and the legs of the horses are full of dust, they must have traveled a long way.¡±

    "What?!" Xun Yu was shocked and blurted out: "Is it him?!"

    "What is he?" Cao Hong was confused.

    "I'm not sure yet, maybe it's just a coincidence." Xun Yu shook his head and answered the question, unwilling to think about the worst. Then Xun Yu thought for a moment and said, "General Zi Lian, continue to keep a close eye on the Second Young Master's house.  Regarding the situation, we need to closely monitor the second young master this time. If there is any change in him, immediately send someone to report it to me or Fengxiao and Zhongde."

    "Okay." Cao Hong nodded, and then said: "By the way, when I entered the Governor's Mansion just now, I happened to bump into the second young master. He seemed to have come to pay homage to the eldest young master. I should have met him by now."

    "What?!" Xun Yu was startled again, and quickly picked up an official document, "Zilian, I'll help you with this matter. I'll go see the eldest young master right away and see what the two young masters say. It's up to you.  ¡± (To be continued)
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