When Cao Cao first arrived in Chang'an, there were only more than ten people, and he was panicked like a lost dog. But he quickly gained a firm foothold in Chang'an, not only won Wang Yun's trust and respect, participated in the conspiracy to kill Dong Zhuo, and was promoted to the rank of general of Dangkou for his merits, and the commander of the school was subordinate, and what was even more rare was that he and Lu Bu had a good conversation and cooperated happily. Lu Bu likes him, and the generals under Lu Bu also like him, often drinking and chatting together, and they are brothers together.

In contrast, Wang Yun and the celebrities around him were much more distant from Lu Bu.

Seeing that Lu Bu was suspicious of him, Cao Cao immediately invited Lu Bu to drink and talk to Lu Bu about the Nanyang strategy. He also thinks that Sun Ce is deviant, I am afraid it is difficult to be a pure minister, and the importance of Nanyang's strategic location is immeasurable, if Nanyang cannot be taken, it will be difficult for the imperial court to send troops to Guanzhong without distraction. But this matter can't be rushed, firstly, Dong Zhuo has just been exterminated, Niu Fu, Hu Zhen and other Liangzhou soldiers have not yet settled properly, and secondly, Sun Jian's father and son have not yet received the edict, whether they will definitely rebel is unknown, and rushing to Nanyang is undoubtedly forcing Sun Ce back, which is obviously not feasible.

After listening to Cao Cao's analysis, the knots in Lu Bu's heart were resolved, and he agreed with him repeatedly, citing Cao Cao as a confidant. When Zhang Liao heard this, he also felt that Cao Cao was reasonable, and he was impressed by Cao Cao, and felt more cordial.

After drinking, Cao Cao left Lu Bu's mansion and did not go back to his official house, but went straight to He Hao's house.

He Hao was sick in bed, talking to Xun You, when he heard that Cao Cao was coming, he was very surprised, and immediately asked Xun You to welcome Cao Cao in. Cao Cao quickly stepped in front of He Hao's bed, leaned over to look at He Hao's face, and said with a smile: "Boqiu's complexion is much better, can you get up?" ”

He Hao waved his hand and motioned for Cao Cao to sit down and speak. "Mengde, if you have anything to say, just say it, although you care about my injury, you will not come to see me at this time. What happened? ”

Cao Cao turned to look at Xun You. "Gongda, have you been to Situ Mansion recently?"

Xun You nodded.

"Do you think the prince division is different from before?"

Xun You stroked his beard and said lightly: "Committed to being a thief for a year, once you have a will, it is normal for people to be a little excited." ”

He Hao propped up his body and sat up. Cao Cao stepped forward to support him and placed a cushion behind him. He Hao gasped and said, "Let's say, what does the prince master decide." Gongda, you are really, why didn't you tell me earlier. ”

Xun You was silent. Cao Cao told Wang Yun about letting Lu Bu lead his army to Nanyang, and finally mentioned that Xu Rong's entire army was wiped out, and only Zhang Liao fled back to Chang'an. He Hao snorted: "Do you suspect that I hate Sun Ce for taking away my family business and instigating Wang Zishi to conquer Nanyang?" ”

Cao Cao laughed twice. "Looking at Chang'an, I can't find a second person who can influence the prince."

"You're wrong, and I can't influence him." He Hao sighed, his eyes tired. He had just been released from prison, and his mental and physical strength was not good. "The person who can influence the prince's division is either dead or not in Chang'an. Mengde, you arrange a few people to escort Gongda to Hongnong. At this critical time, how could Yang Wenxian be idle. ”

Cao Cao said: "Boqiu, when this is an eventful season, people's hearts are uncertain, to deal with the generals of Xiliang, you also need to use the iron cavalry of Bingzhou, and it is not appropriate to alienate Lu Bu and others." Bo Qiu still gave Lu Bu a little face, and asked him to arrange someone to escort Gongda to Huayin. ”

He Yan glanced at Cao Cao and disagreed. Cao Cao said again: "Boqiu, the matter is urgent, have you forgotten about Dou Youping and Chen Zhongju?" But if they can pretend to be a little brighter, how can they succeed? No matter how difficult the country is, it needs both civil and military forces, and it is not appropriate to have a dislike for itself. ”

He Yan still didn't speak, and Xun Yu took over the topic. "Boqiu, what General Cao said is reasonable, Lu Bu originally had the intention of not dropping the tail, but now there are more than 1,000 horsemen such as Zhang Liao, and the troops are stronger. Zhang Liao used to be He Jin's official, and as soon as he returns, He Jin and He Miao's old troops are likely to defect to him, and the soldiers of the Northern Army under General Cao's command may not be able to balance it. ”

He Yan thought for a moment and nodded. "In that case, Gongda, you take my name to see Lu Bu, ask him to arrange for Zhang Liao to escort you to Huayin, and ask Yang Wen to come to Chang'an first. Be careful, since Niu Fu and the others have arrived in Tongguan, you are likely to run into them. ”

"It doesn't matter." Xun You is confident.

Seeing that the goal was achieved, He Hao looked listless again, Cao Cao left a box of salvia, and retreated. He Hao looked at the box of salvia and sighed: "Sun Ce'er, destroy my home, but I still have to relieve his cheeks, it's really annoying to me." ”

"Bo Qiu is for the world, how can it be for Sun Ce."

He Hao smiled bitterly. "Gongda, don't persuade me, I'm just an ordinary person after all, not a saint."

"The times are like this, and it is impossible for Boqiu not to be a saint."

He Yan's heart moved, and he looked at Xun Yu suspiciously. "Gongda, what exactly do you want to say?"

"Boqiu, Niu Fu and Hu Zhen have not surrendered, Wang Situ wants to conquer Nanyang, is he too neglectful of the generals of Xiliang? The decision to pardon the generals of Liangzhou had already been decided, but the edict was delayed. The generals of Xiliang are panicked, if their lives change, it is not that Hongnong is in danger, and the entire Chang'an may regain its sword soldiers. Luoyang has been ruined, Yuan Shao Chen Bing Guandong, the rebellion is undecided, not enough to defend himself, what he can rely on now is Guanzhong, if Chang'an is destroyed again, where will the Son of Heaven go? ”

He Hao's brows furrowed. He understood Xun You's words, Wang Yun had a serious idea of underestimating the enemy, and once it was not handled properly, a major war was likely to occur in Chang'an, further weakening the prestige of the imperial court.

"What's your solution?"

"I want to go to the Niu Auxiliary Army and meet someone."

"Who?"

"Jia Xu."

"Jia Xu?" He Yan looked dazed. "Who is he? Is it important? ”

Xun You's face was calm. "Niu Fu Pifu, the generals of Xiliang are their own generals, and they are not to worry, but Jia Xu is a rare wise man in Liangzhou, and he has a plan for Liangping, if he draws a plan for Niu Fu, I am afraid it will not be the blessing of the imperial court."

He will be skeptical. However, he had always believed in Xun You's vision and ability, and since Xun You had proposed so carefully, he had to accept it. He supported his sick body, wrote the name thorn with his own hands, and asked Xun You to take it to see Lu Bu.

He Hao is a well-known ranger in the world, although Xun You is not famous at this time, but he is Xun Shuang's grandson, and he is also a celebrity, Xun You came to see He Hao's famous thorn, Lu Bu was so happy that he didn't know the east, west, north and south, and he agreed to Xun You's request, and immediately arranged for Zhang Liao to escort Xun You to Huayin and invite Yang Biao.

The next day, Zhang Liao ordered the people of his headquarters and followed Xun You out of Chang'an. Cao Cao led Xi Zhicai and others out of the city to see each other, and beside the Baqiao, Cao Cao helped Xun You's car and said, "Has Gongda heard of Jia Xu?" ”

"I've heard a little about it, and I heard that he is in the Niu Auxiliary Army."

"Gong has reached Huayin, don't take a few steps east, and seeing this person may be beneficial to big things." Cao Cao let out a long sigh. "If you can use it, use it, and if you can't use it, find a way to kill it, so as not to leave future troubles."

A hint of surprise flashed in Xun You's eyes, and he looked at Cao Cao again, bowing his respects.