As Sikong Jijiu, Dong Zhao was equivalent to the role of secretary-general. He knew all the past official documents by heart, and was not unfamiliar with the affairs of Haixi. So, he told Cao Cao in detail about all the things that happened in Haixi.

***. Unexpectedly, Cao *** frowned.

"There seems to be someone planning for Deng Shusun."

"oh?"

"Listening to what Wen Ruo and Feng Xiao said before, although Deng Ji is talented and learned, he was born as a small official, so his situation is a bit narrow. I originally thought that if he could stand firmly in Haixi, it would take at least half a year. But it was short.

In just a few months, he not only gained a firm foothold, but also controlled Haixi. This was beyond his power... If he really had such a great talent, I'm afraid Wen Ruo and Feng Xiao would have wanted to have sex with me a long time ago, that's right.

no?"

"this……"

Mr. Cao smiled and said, "Who is accompanying Deng Ji?"

"At the beginning, only Chen left Pu Yangkai as his assistant...Other than that, he seemed to have only one brother-in-law accompanying him."

"Brother-in-law?"

"He is the son of Cao Junshi, the supervisor of Heyi Workshop, named Cao Peng.

It is said that this son was quite talented and learned. In his early years, he was favored by Pang Degong of Lumen Mountain. However, he offended Huang She and his family fled, so he did not worship him in Lumen Mountain. Oh, this Cao Peng is Xiao Bayi's

The initiator is also the youngest among Xiao Ba Yi... But the Golden Orchid Genealogy came from his handwriting. I heard that this son is not only familiar with Zi Lian, but also admires his talents very much."

"Yeah?"

After hearing this, Mr. Cao immediately became interested.

Guo Jia said with a smile: "On his way to his post, my uncle-sun helped General Miaocai annihilate a group of bandits.

It is said that it was Cao Peng who led his men into the den of thieves and annihilated them all. When Miaocai invited him to a banquet, the boy left without saying goodbye, leaving only a five-character poem. I loved his heroic poetry, so I remember it too.

Content. If my lord has some spare time, please try to memorize it..."

"Zhao Keman and Hu Ying, Wu Gou Shuang and Xueming..."

Guo Jia put his hands behind his hands and chanted in front of Mr. Cao. A group of knights walked around and chanted to themselves.

Mr. Cao listened quietly, his face as usual.

After Guo Jia finished reciting it, he walked into the pavilion in the garden and sat down without saying a word.

"He is indeed the son of Yin Mo."

He suddenly smiled and made no comment.

But with just this sentence, Guo Jia understood what Mr. Cao was thinking.

"So, is it that young Cao Peng who was the one behind Deng Shusun's plan?"

Dong Zhao scratched his head and said softly: "I never thought that Cao Junshi would have a son, Ruosixie?

My lord, I heard that this young Cao Peng is very skilled in martial arts. When we were in Xiapi, he once single-handedly fought against Song Xian, one of Lu Bu's eight strong generals."

"oh?"

Cao *** suddenly became interested again.

From September onwards, he first practiced Yuan Shu and then Zhang Xiu.

There was almost no rest, so the information was not very well-informed. No one would report specifically on matters like Cao Peng's confrontation with others. After all, this matter was too small, and it was impossible for little Mr. Cao to pay attention to it.

Guo Jia said: "I have also heard people talk about this... and I also heard that he fought against Lu Bu?"

Dong Zhao couldn't help but laugh, "If he really had such ability, how could he have been forced to escape by Huang She? I'm afraid Liu Biao wouldn't agree.

However, he did fight against Lu Bu, but not by himself, but together with Noriman and Xu Yi."

Mr. Cao asked with great interest: "How much support do they have?"

"This... couldn't even last a round. It is said that if Lu Bu had not shown mercy, the three of them would have lost their lives by now. Jun Ming and Zhong Kang were so angry that they recalled Dian Man and Xu Yi urgently and gave them strict orders.

People are not allowed to go out and practice martial arts hard at home."

"I couldn't survive even one move..."

Mr. Cao's interest suddenly disappeared a lot.

He scratched his nose and suddenly changed the topic, "What does Fengxiao think of the strategy Gongren just mentioned?"

"I thought it was very good."

"But……"

"I know that your lord is worried, but in my opinion, it is not a cause for concern."

"You mean..."

"The lion's bravery is hard to compete with. But his temperament is fierce and upright, and he often follows his father.

Since the conquest of Jiangdong, Sun Bofu and the Jiangdong nobles have been quite nasty. Most of the local clan commanders had to bow their heads due to his lustful power.

I have a plan that will kill the lion."

"oh?"

“Yes, this matter cannot be accomplished overnight and requires careful planning.

If your lord trusts me, you can leave this matter to Jia for planning. In less than three years, Jia will order Shi'er to die in Jiuquan to eliminate this trouble for your lord."

Mr. Cao's eyes narrowed to a slit.

His eyes flickered, he stared at Guo Jia for a long time, and suddenly he laughed.

"Lion, your life is long gone."

He stood up and said, "I'll leave this matter to Fengxiao. I hope I can hear the good news one day soon."

"Jia will live up to his trust."

Guo Jia bowed and accepted the order. Dong Zhao was also beside him, nodding lightly.

He began to feel sad for Sun Ce!

Even if a tree is beautiful in the forest, the wind will destroy it... Sun Bofu is too sharp, and now he is being targeted by Guo Fengxiao. I am afraid that his life will be short-lived!

Pity!

In early spring, all things sprout.

On the third day of Banchun day, Cao Peng and his party bid farewell to Deng Ji in tears and left Haixi.

Originally, Lu Lan wanted to follow Cao Peng to Guangling County, but Qi'er blocked her. What a joke, she is Lu Bu's daughter!

If we really go to Guangling, I don’t know what trouble we might cause.

Besides, it's better to stay in Haixi, but Guangling is a bit far from Xiapi.

Don't say Lu Bu won't agree, I'm afraid Diao Chan won't agree either.

In desperation, Lu Lan had to stay in Haixi. However, when she parted with Cao Peng, she still pulled Cao Peng with a smile and asked Cao Peng to go to Xiapi to find her when he came back and tell her interesting things about Guangling.

.Cao Peng was speechless and could only prevaricate and agree.

I don’t know if we can see each other again now that we are gone.

At least Cao Peng had no idea!

He knew that Cao Cao would never let Lu Bu go.

If Cao Cao had some love for Lu Bu's talents before, now... he just defeated Yuan Shu, and he and Yuan Shu attacked Liu Bei again. Cao Cao would not let go of someone who has been doing this repeatedly.

He and even Cao Peng felt that Lu Bu's behavior was indeed a bit stupid.

That's not to say you can't defeat Liu Bei. The key is how can you join forces with Yuan Shu?

That's a rebel!

Even though Yuan Shu was born in the fourth generation and the Three Dukes, a rebel is a rebel. Didn't you see that even Yuan Shao was rushing to draw a clear line with Yuan Shu? You finally got out, but you jumped in again. If Cao didn't beat you

Lu Bu, how can he serve the emperor and command the princes?

Alas, this brainless Lu Fengxian!

Cao Peng could only think about these words in his heart, but could not say them out.

After leaving Haixi, Cao Peng and others went south along the river, stayed in Huaipu for a day, and waited until they arrived at Chen Qun.

Cao Peng also made preparations for his trip to Guangling this time. In addition to King Xiahou Lan, Bu Zhi and Hao Zhao were also accompanying him. At the same time, at Cao Nan's repeated request, Cao Peng also brought a woman with him this time.

It was Guo Huan who came to Haixi with Cao Nan.

Cao Nan's reason is very good: when you are out alone, you always need someone to take care of you.

She doesn't trust anyone else! Guo Huan's family is all in the Cao family, so he is naturally the most suitable candidate. If you don't agree, I will go to Guangling with you!

Just kidding, how could Cao Peng let Cao Nan accompany him?

If that were the case, the first person to fall out with him would definitely be Deng Ji.

There was no other way, so Cao Peng had no choice but to take Guo Huan with him.
To be continued...