Firm Heart

A mere Song Xian, to be honest, there is nothing to worry about.

Although he is the famous eight-strong general, there are good and bad generals among the eight-strong generals. At least in Cao Peng's view, Wei Xu, Hou Cheng, Song Xian and others are far behind Zhang Liao. Sitting in the barracks outside Hailing County,

In the big tent, Cao Peng thought of many things in an instant. Once this battle started, there would be no room for maneuver between him and Lu Bu... It was a pity for Diao Chan's hard work.

"Lü Bu sent Song Xian as the chief general, with Song Guang as the vanguard, and led 6,000 warriors to attack Haixi."

Having said this, Cao Peng paused slightly and scanned everyone's faces.

Hao Zhao, who had arrived overnight, looked obviously embarrassed. He seemed to be restless, his face turning pale and red at times.

"Everyone must be aware of my relationship with Haixi.

Although my brother-in-law has not sent anyone to ask for help, I will never sit idly by and ignore it. I am not a warlike person, but I will never allow anyone to destroy my hard work. Lu Bu is also a tiger! Eating people is okay, but educating people is not.

Director. If Haixi falls into the hands of Lu Bu, all the hard work in the past year will be in vain. The most terrifying thing is that the people of Haixi will be displaced again. When the time comes, I, Hailing, will also be affected.

Wang Xu, do you think so?"

Wang Xu was silent for a moment and nodded vigorously.

He had seen with his own eyes the harm caused by the influx of refugees, and he also knew that once Haixi was in chaos, Huainan would not be spared either.

Hailing County finally breathed a sigh of relief. In the past, Paoze finally had a stable life. If it was destroyed, he would never agree.

"My lord, I would like to lead an army of troops to help Haixi."

Wang Xu stood up and intervened to ask for orders.

By doing this, he showed his determination to Cao Peng.

"In this case, we will send out troops immediately to prepare for a confrontation with Lu Bu.

However, Hailing County has just stabilized, and people still need to be stationed... Where is Wang Mai?"

"The end will be here."

"I order you to lead a hundred elite soldiers to garrison Hailing County. You have the right to do whatever you want. If an accident happens, you can immediately ask for help from Guangling."

"Here!"

"Hao Zhao."

Hao Zhao was startled, then showed a sad expression.

He stood up slowly, cupped his hands and said, "The end will be here."

"You will lead a hundred elite soldiers to guard Dongling Pavilion and strengthen the river defense."

"Here."

Sure enough...

Hao Zhao's heart was actually very complicated.

On the one hand, he did not want to fight with Lu Bu. In any case, he was Lu Bu's fellow villager and came from the same state. Moreover, Lu Bu was once Hao Zhao's idol. Even if he was later sent to Cao Peng by Lu Bu, he still felt deeply in his heart.

Among them, Cao Peng still admired Lu Bu very much. However, Cao Peng didn't treat him too poorly. At least, he didn't treat him in a master-slave manner, but more like a friend and brother.

Thinking back to the time when Cao Peng made a grand vow, Hao Zhao was in awe of it.

Especially in Haixi, it can be said that Cao Peng single-handedly created the situation in Haixi today. Various methods during this period made Hao Zhao particularly respect Cao Peng. He was unwilling to fight Lu Bu, but he was even more unwilling to be abandoned by Cao Peng. Should he stay behind?

?It has already explained Cao Peng's distrust. Even Cao Peng doesn't trust him anymore. If he continues to stay, what's the point? But if he doesn't stay, where can he go?

Hao Zhao is older than Cao Peng, but because he has been living in the military camp, his mind is very simple.

His worry was reflected on his face, and Cao Peng saw it in his eyes. However, Cao Peng did not elaborate or excuse him, and continued to assign tasks. Bu Zhi was the Sima of Hailing, and Kan Ze was the Sima of Dongling Pavilion.

Responsible for assisting Wang Mai and Hao Zhao to stay where they are.

After a series of tasks were assigned, Cao Peng said, "It's time to leave." Everyone stood up one after another.

"Bo Dao!"

Cao Peng called Hao Zhao.

Hao Zhao, who was a little confused, stopped and turned his head to look over.

"Son..."

"Walk with me."

Cao Peng walked forward with a smile and patted Hao Zhao on the shoulder.

Hao Zhao is much taller than Cao Peng, and his physique is much stronger. But for some reason, Hao Zhao doesn't feel unnatural.

The two of them walked out of the military tent and the camp without talking to each other along the way.

"Son..."

"Bo Dao, listen to me first." Cao Peng stopped, looked at Hao Zhao, and said in a deep voice: "I know you may not be happy now, but I hope you can understand the reason why I let you stay.

Dongling Pavilion, it’s not that I don’t believe you, but it’s just for your consideration.”

"Think about me?"

"You are from Bingzhou, right?"

"Exactly."

"All of your subordinates come from Xiapi, right?"

"yes."

"Then have you ever thought about how you would deal with your former boss on the battlefield in the future?"

"this……"

"Obviously, you haven't thought about it well." Cao Peng said softly: "It seems to me that you have been doubting whether you should defect in front of the battle? Or kill the enemy together? Your hesitation is not suitable for going to the battlefield, as that will

If you are harmed, you will also be harmed by those who follow you. It is right for a man to return to his body in horse leather. However, it also depends on the situation. I don’t want you to lose your life because of hesitation. You have talent.

If you are more capable, you should do great things in the future instead of dying on the battlefield because of hesitation."

"But, I..."

Hao Zhao said half of his words and swallowed them back.

Cao Peng smiled and said: "Look, you are not even sure."

As he spoke, he turned over and sat on his horse.

"Bo Dao, do you know what you are lacking now?"

"What?"

Hao Zhao's eyes were filled with confusion.

"A firm heart!"

Cao Peng stood on his horse, clenched his fist and made a firm movement, "You are not firm yourself, how can you make your subordinates firm with you?

Song Xian is just a clown, nothing to worry about.

But I don’t want you to still hesitate when facing Lu Bu... Go back to Dongling Pavilion and take care of my home for me. Hailing is my foundation. It is difficult to strengthen both sides with Bo Sheng alone. When,

If you think you won't hesitate any longer, I will let you go to battle. Not only to face Lu Bu, but also to yourself...Okay, I have to go back to the city, and you also rush back to Dongling Pavilion. After you figure it out, tell me

I."

After saying this, Cao Peng turned his horse's head and drove away with his whip raised.

Outside the camp gate, Hao Zhao looked at Cao Peng's retreating back and said to himself: A firm heart?

He doesn't understand, but in his heart, he seems to be no longer depressed and confused as before. At least, Master, he still believes in me!

Taking a deep breath, Hao Zhao raised his head and looked at the dark night sky.

Young Master is right, I am still hesitating...

Haixi, tower.

Deng Ji tightened his robe tightly, stood at the window, and had a bird's eye view of Haixi County in the night.

The lights in the west school field were dotted, and the sound of fighting came from the school field. It was already past the third watch. The whole Haixi County seemed very quiet. Faintly, a patrol team could be heard passing under the tower.

The soldiers, with their neat steps, exuded a majestic air.

The entire Haixi County has a total of 800 troops.

Among them, there are 200 patrol soldiers, 100 law enforcement teams, 300 field soldiers, and 200 navy troops.

Since Haixi County has blocked the private salt passage from the East China Sea, private salt dealers have no choice but to find other ways. This also includes sea passage, that is, shipping from Qushan and transporting it along the coast. The maritime trade in the late Eastern Han Dynasty

The ships were not too powerful and could only sail along the coast. The eight ships intercepted from Yuzhou Mountain were enough to open up the sea route. Zhou Cang used the Yuzhou Mountain Island as his base to completely connect the sea route from Qushan to Haixi.

The attack started. Two sea ships formed a team and took turns to attack. Now it has gradually become somewhat of a naval force.

However, these two hundred navy troops are not known to everyone...

This is also the result of Cao Peng's numerous instructions before leaving Haixi.
To be continued...