Chapter 233 Gentlemen, take care!

Xiapi, Wangcheng.

Mr. Cao put down the file in his hand with some distress, raised his hand to twist his short beard, and his slightly fat cheeks showed a dignified look.

This Cao Youxue really doesn’t make people worry!

Tuk-tuk-tuk!

There was a knock on the door.

"Sikong, I would like to see you as a courtesy."

Mr. Cao said in a deep voice: "Please come in."

After a while, I heard footsteps coming from outside the door.

Immediately afterwards, the door opened. Guo Jia stepped into the room and waved a salute to Mr. Cao.

"Fengxiao, why did you come to me so late?"

Guo Jia said seriously: "Jia came here to relieve the Lord from his worries."

"oh?"

Mr. Cao didn't respond. He just waved his hand and motioned for Guo Jia to sit down and talk. Then he stood up and picked up a bottle of wine from the table, walked over and poured a glass for Guo Jia, then silently returned to the bed and sat down.

His bright eyes stared at Guo Jia without saying a word.

Mr. Cao’s eyes are not big, but they are very bright.

Guo Jia said: "My lord must be worried about the Lu family?"

"When Lu Bu dies, his family will not have to worry about him. I am worried about those who must be filial piety.

Liu Xuande wrote a letter saying that the person who let go of Lu Bu's family must be Cao Peng. And judging from various signs, this matter had nothing to do with him. I know Lu Bu's temper very well, and the sudden outburst of such bloody temper really shocked me.

An accident; and his family disappeared mysteriously. I dare say that this is closely related to Lu Bu's sudden breakout. Who picked them up?"

Guo Jia was silent!

After a moment, he said softly: "I guess my lord has already made a decision."

"Actually, you know Fengxiao, right?"

Guo Jia hesitated for a moment and said softly: "If the master gets Lu Bu's family members, what should he do with them?"

"It will not harm my wife and children. Lu Bu deserves death for his crime, but I will not harm his family."

Guo Jia suddenly said: "I have heard people say that Lu Bu has a beautiful concubine named Ren Xiu. I wonder if my lord has ever seen this girl?"

Mr. Cao looked at Guo Jia in astonishment. He couldn't react for a moment. Why did Hao Duanduan mention such a beautiful girl's name?

However, he reacted quickly.

She couldn't help but look stunned, and coughed twice, "Ren Xiu, you are indeed beautiful."

"If this girl is left here, disaster will inevitably happen.

The Duke didn't hear that Dong Zhuo died after getting this girl; Lv Bu collapsed after getting this girl... This girl is like King You's concubine or King Zhou's Daji, both bringing harm to the country's beauty. In my opinion, Cao Peng took Lv Bu's family away,

There is no harm to the lord. Jia believes that the reason why Cao Peng did this kind of thing is not to disadvantage the lord. On the contrary, if he really had second thoughts, why did he stick to Quyang and fight with Lu Bu like a raging fire? "

Mr. Cao twirled his beard and pondered, his eyes half-squinted unconsciously.

"Fengxiao, tell me why Cao Peng rescued Lu Bu's wife and children? Could it be that he was also greedy for Ren Xiu's beauty, or..."

"No!" Guo Jia couldn't help laughing and said, "I once heard someone say that Cao Peng already has a beautiful wife in his family. It is impossible to say that he is greedy for beauty. This son is an upright person, unlike some people.

My thoughts are complicated. He rescued Lu Bu's family probably more out of kindness."

"Enyi?"

"Changwen told me that when Deng Ji and Cao Peng arrived in Haixi, it was very difficult, with only 200 troops and horses in hand.

It was Lu Bu who gave Cao Peng 200 troops and horses at that time, which enabled his brother to successfully overcome the difficulties. Youxue valued friendship and knew how to repay kindness. However, he knew very well that he could not save Lu Bu, so he took him away

The idea of ​​​​taking care of Lu Bu's family is an act of benevolence and justice. However, sometimes this kid is too ignorant and likes to make his own decisions... But to say that he is rebelling? That is pure nonsense.

If Cao Peng really wanted to rebel, why would he send grain and grass to Xiapi?

If he really wanted to rebel, he could have waited for the opportunity when his lord's soldiers were trapped in Xiapi. At that time, with Lu Bu's courage and Chen Gong's plan, he would definitely put his lord in a dilemma. But when the war came, he not only provided

After getting food and grass, he even came to the city in person.

My lord, regardless of why Youxue came to Xiapi, he certainly won’t be plotting rebellion.”

Mr. Cao was silent, but in his heart, he accepted Guo Jia's explanation... This boy is indeed a person who values ​​friendship and righteousness.

However, since he has done such a thing, it is obviously inappropriate to continue to stay outside.

Mr. Cao originally planned to make Cao Peng the captain of agriculture in Guangling and order him to take charge of the farming affairs in Hailing. But now, Mr. Cao could not help but hesitate.

"Then how do you think we should deal with it?"

Guo Jia is so smart, he can guess what's in Cao's inner thoughts just by listening to his tone.

However, sometimes, he must learn to pretend to be confused. A subordinate who is too smart is a big threat to the boss.

"Disposal?"

"I mean, how should we arrange it?"

"Didn't you say that he should continue to stay in Hailing?"

Cao *** coughed twice, "I thought about it this way before, but after thinking about it later, I felt it was not appropriate. Youxue is indeed talented and knowledgeable, but he is still young after all. Guangling Nongdu Lieutenant has a heavy responsibility, and it is also related to

I'm worried that he won't be able to do the important work of farming in Guangling."

Guo Jia looked sympathetic and nodded vigorously.

"When my lord said this, Jiayi felt the same way. He was a little casual before."

"But you also know that Youxue has made great military exploits after all. Not to mention that he beheaded more than a hundred people in Quyang, and also captured the prime minister and ensured our food supply. Now he is said to have surrendered Zhang Liao... this

He has made a lot of contributions, but if he is not rewarded, it would be unfair to him."

It can be seen that Mr. Cao does not want to pursue Cao Peng's fault too much.

What is the consideration?

Guo Jia can also vaguely guess a thing or two...

Although Cao Peng took over Lu Bu's family as a child, it actually did not have much impact on the overall situation.

In fact, because of Cao Peng's appearance, the situation in Xiapi was resolved quickly, which was not a bad thing. And it is unlikely that Cao Peng had the intention of treason. Cao Peng's father and mother are now in Xudu.

Some of his sworn brothers are descendants of Mr. Cao Cao, so it is basically nonsense to say that he rebelled. Mr. Cao is more willing to accept Cao Peng’s explanation of righteousness...

At the same time, Cao Peng might be a member of the Cao clan, which also made Mr. Cao a little tempted.

If they are really from the same family, it is even less likely to rebel. Although the Cao family has many talents, wouldn't it be better if one more talents come out?

But no matter what, Cao Peng did something that made Mr. Cao a little unhappy.

Guo Jia thought for a while, "Youxue will be sixteen!"

"Um?"

"In the middle of the year, Xiuruo also said that you will be the best in academics and it is time to study.

This child's virtues and talents are not bad, but he still needs to be taught by someone who understands. Shusun also had this idea before, and Jun Shigong has also been trying to find a teacher for Youxue. Xiu Ruo mentioned one person and intended to let him

If you study as a disciple, you probably won’t have time to do anything.”

"Uh...Hugh, do you want to introduce him to the teacher?"

"Yes, Xiuruo said that he wants to learn from you and become a disciple of Zhong Yu."

"Zhong Yu?" Mr. Cao frowned and said softly: "Isn't he busy compiling the "Han Ji" now? Does he have the time?"

The 'Zhongyu' Guo Jia mentioned was named Xun Yue. He was older than Mr. Cao and was exactly fifty years old this year.

This man is also a member of the Xun clan in Yingchuan, the grandson of Xun Shu, the son of Xun Jian, and the cousin of Xun Yu. There is a saying that there are four heroes of the Xun family in Yingchuan. The first of these four heroes is Xun Yue, followed by Xun Yue.

Yan, Xun Chen and Xun Yu. Therefore, they are also known as Three Ruo and One Zhongyu.

Xun Yue is the eldest brother and is said to have a photographic memory.

At the age of twelve, he was able to explain the "Spring and Autumn". He was moved to the position of secretary, supervisor, and minister. He once taught it around the Han emperor and talked about it day and night. The later Han emperor, Liu Xie, the emperor of the Han Dynasty, believed that the "Book of Han" was a literary work.

It was complicated and difficult to understand, so he ordered Xun Yue to rewrite it in chronological style and compile "Han Ji" according to Zuozhuan style.

He has a reputation as an upright person.

Guo Jia said: "Don't say anything, he begged Zhongyu himself."

"forget it."

Cao Peng thought for a while and said in a deep voice: "Zhong Yu works for the emperor and compiles the "Han Ji", which is also an important matter. It is good for Cao Peng to worship him as his teacher, but I am afraid it will affect Zhong Yu.

Moreover, Zhongyu is busy with his affairs and may not have time to teach Cao Peng."

"Then Sikong..."

"I will arrange this matter."

When Mr. Cao uttered these words, it meant that he no longer blamed Cao Peng.

Sure enough, I saw him pick up the file on the desk, think about it, and throw it into the brazier next to it.

"Design Deng Ji to be the Commander-in-Chief of Haixi Tuntian, and also serve as the Commander of Haixi, to govern Quyang, Haixi, and Yilu."

"Then Hailing Farming..."
To be continued...