Chapter 44: Wan City Storm, Cao's Wife!

  In Xudu's Si Kong Fu, Cao and Wen Wu were discussing important military and political affairs in the central hall of the army headquarters. Lü Bu was leaning against Guo Jia with a dazed expression, too tired to care that it wasn't even dawn yet when they were summoned, and wondered why they had to discuss politics so early, as Zhang Yang hadn't even launched an attack yet.

  "Wenruo, tell me about the situation in Wan City!"

  "Yes, Lord Sako!"

  "General, Zhang Xiu joined forces with Liu Biao and stationed his troops in the south of Wan City and Nanyang. Liu Biao provided supplies for his army, while Zhang Xiu used his fierce warriors to besiege the city walls and frequently raided our borders in Yanzhou, causing the people to suffer greatly from war."

  Cao nodded and said: "Zhang Xiu has joined forces with Liu Biao, stationed troops in Wan City, it's like having a thorn on his back, not coming out is not pleasant. Now our army morale is high, the Prime Minister has decided to send troops to attack Wan City! What do you gentlemen think?"

  Xun Yu listened and nodded his hands, saying: "My lord, this matter should be delayed for the time being. Zhang Yi and Liu Biao have just formed an alliance, and their momentum is on the rise. If my lord leads the army to attack and suffers many defeats and few victories, I ask my lord to think thrice!"

  Lv Rui listened, heh heh, Xun Gongda saw through it clearly. Zhang Yi and Liu Biao had just formed an alliance and hadn't passed the honeymoon period yet. If Cao Cao launched a strong attack on Zhang Yi, Zhang Yi and Liu Biao would unite, and Cao Cao might not be able to retreat easily either. After a long time, the honeymoon period was over, and when attacking Zhang Yi, Liu Biao might not rescue Zhang Yi anymore. After all, Liu Biao only used Zhang Yi to maintain the safety of northern Jingzhou!

  Cao Cao waved his hand and said, "Your words are reasonable, General, but our army's morale is high and Xiahou Yuan has already made up his mind to attack Wan City. You don't need to say any more!"

  Xun You just nodded and retreated, as a strategist, the overall plan still needs to be grasped by the lord, he was only offering suggestions. The other strategists saw that Cao's mind was made up and didn't speak again. Attacking Zhang Yang was inevitable, now their task is to assist Cao in taking down Wan City!

  "Anger, you must be careful, going out is not like being at home, pay attention to safety!" Mrs. Ding handed Cao Ang a battle robe and reminded him with concern.

  Nǎinǎi's, Ren Qī Cáo still went to conquer Zhang Yi, this time bringing along Cáo āng and Cáo ānmín. The only difference was that Tián Wèi had been replaced by Xǔ Chū. Is Cáo āng going to die? No way, he must be saved, but how? Can't just run over and say, Ren Qī Cáo, I know history, you can't mess with someone else's aunt!

  What a headache! Lü Rui brought Tian Wei and Murong Ping to follow Xu Huang in the rear of the army, transporting grain and fodder. Sitting on the horse-drawn carriage, he kept thinking about this problem. If nothing unexpected happens, Jia Xi will persuade Zhang Yang to surrender, and Old Cao will definitely enter Wan City. What if he hears Zou Shi's barbaric melody then? Got hooked? Zhang Yang will definitely seek revenge, what to do? Must think of a way, otherwise Cao Ang will be finished!

  After marching for many days, Lü Bu and Xu Huang's rear army also arrived at Cao Cao's camp. As soon as they reached the outside of the main tent, "Haha, Zhang Yang has come to surrender with his troops, what do you all think?"

  "Long live our wise and brilliant lord!"

  Uncle? Someone's wife Cao? Zhang Xiu wasn't the one who wanted to surrender to you, it was Jia Xu who advised him, and he really thought your charm surpassed that of heaven?

  "See the master!"

  "General Xu and Colonel Lü have toiled hard, Zhang Yang has surrendered, I am preparing to lead the Imperial Guard with Wen Ze's troops to garrison Wan City. General Cao, you will lead the main army to stay here, after pacifying Zhang Yang, I will return here with all of you to Xuchang!"

  "No! My lord! The crowd nodded and dispersed. Cao's arrangement was also not bad."

  "Rui'er? You stay behind and follow me into Wan City!"

  What? Uncle! You want me to go with you to Wan City? Alright, I'll go. It's also a good opportunity to take action. If we can stop Old Cao from going up against the Zou family and bring Zhang Liao back to Xudu, perhaps we can resolve this crisis!

  Lü Bu brought Tian Wei, Murong Ping and his own soldiers to Wan City with Old Cao. Zhang Yang led the civil and military officials of Wan City to welcome Cao at the city gate.

  "Zhang Xiu pays his respects to Lord Cao!" Zhang Xiu dismounted from the carriage and immediately knelt down to pay his respects.

  Cao Cao, upon seeing this, hastily helped Zhang Xiu up and said: "General Zhang, please get up quickly! General Zhang has led his troops to surrender, I will definitely memorialize the Emperor to reward you with a title and wealth, so we can share in the riches together!"

  "Many thanks, Lord Cao!" Afterwards, Cao grasped Zhang Yun's hand and entered Wan city. Zhang Yun set a banquet for Cao in the governor's mansion.

  Cao Cao's morale was high, and he sat in the main seat of the governor's mansion. The Battle of Wan City was too easy, and before they even fought, Zhang Yang led his troops to surrender. Is this Heaven helping me Cao Mengde?

  Looking at Old Cao's intoxicated appearance, Lü Rui shouted in her heart: "Not good! Nainai, Uncle Zhong, don't be self-indulgent anymore. If you continue to indulge, you will perish. Pride is the mother of failure!"

  "Your Excellency, these are all the literary and military talents of Wan City. Please allow Zhang Xiang to introduce them!"

  "Alright, alright!" Then Zhang Xiang began to introduce Wenwu. When he introduced Jia Yu, Lü Rui was stunned for a moment. He is Jia Yu? Nǎinǎi's, he really looks like a fox! No wonder he's an old fox. I guess he's the reincarnation of a thousand-year-old fox, but it's a male one!

  Cao was delighted to introduce the generals of Cao's army. When he introduced Lü Bu, Jia Xu bowed his hands and said "So it's Young Master! I, Jia Xu, have met Young Master before!"

  "Hey, old fox, what's with the greeting? Looking at Jia Yu's sly smile, Lü Rui couldn't help but feel a chill run down his spine. He then cupped his hands and said: "I've met Mr. Wenhe before, I think His Highness has seen Mr. Wenhe somewhere?"

  "Oh? Could it be that Wenhe and Ruir have a predestined relationship? It seems this is a matter of fate, General Zhang's surrender, this is heaven's will?"

  My goodness, Cao Zhongfu, you're too proud of yourself, aren't you? What are you showing off about? You've actually said something like that? An old fox can tell at a glance that you're getting above yourself!

  Jia Xian smiled and said: "Sir Kong's words make sense, it might be fate!"

  The banquet ended in a lively atmosphere, Cao led his personal guards to camp outside the city to show that he did not disturb the people. Yu Jin led his troops to station by the river, while Xun You's army was stationed thirty miles away in the wilderness.

  Zhang Xiu reported to Cao Cao, saying that he needed seven days to settle the military affairs in Wan City and then he could follow Cao Cao back to Xu Du. Cao Cao naturally agreed, as it would take time for someone else to hand over their territory and exchange troops, so he agreed to Zhang Xiu's request.

  Lü Bu looked at Cao's deployment and was very worried. Historical records show that Dian Wei led dozens of people to guard the gate, allowing Cao to break through. Dozens of people? Isn't that too few? But seeing Cao's deployment in Wan City, Lü Bu completely understood.

  Cao only brought Xu Chu and 500 imperial guards to station outside Wan City, while Yue Jin's troops of 2,000 were stationed on the opposite bank of the River Yu, not far from Cao. This time, Cao surprisingly left even the Tiger and Leopard Cavalry in the rear, no wonder Dian Wei had to fight to the death, alas, without soldiers, how can we do it?

  "Master Hou? Why aren't you eating the pork leg? This was a gift from Lord Sikuang!"

  Looking at Dian Wei's gluttonous appearance, Lü Bu became even more annoyed. Why did Cao order a reward for the three armies? Yu Jin was known for his firmness and stability, so why couldn't he control the army when Zhang Yang launched a surprise attack? And yet Cao praised Yu Jin for remaining calm in the face of crisis? The soldiers were all drunk, how could they be assembled? What unprecedented predicament! If Zhang Yang made another move, Cao would definitely lose his son and kill his nephew!

  Lock onto Cao! Lü Rui is now constantly on the lookout for Cao, the wife of Nai Nai. If the situation with Old Cao and Zou Shi arises again, it must be stopped. Even if it can't be stopped, a way must be found!

  Cao Cao, Cao Ang, Cao Anmin and Lü Yi were sitting in the military camp, feeling extremely bored. Zhang Yang was reorganizing the army, so Cao Cao waited here with them. He had played Weiqi with Lü Yi for a long time and got tired of it. The four of them just stared at each other.

  Suddenly, a tune of the Hu people came from within the city! Has it arrived? The Hu tune of the Zou family has arrived! Cao heard it and his eyes lit up. He picked up the bowl and chopsticks beside him, tapping them out in rhythm, humming a little tune, harmonizing with it! Old Cao, don't let your artistic cells spread so wildly, okay?

  After a moment, the melody slowly faded away. Cao looked puzzled and asked with a hint of regret: "Who has such a divine tune? It's truly heavenly music!"

  Cao Anmin immediately chimed in, saying: "Uncle, this is the widow of Zhang Ji, Zou Shi. This woman is exceptionally beautiful and skilled at dancing. Why don't I invite her to come and keep you company, uncle?"

  Cao Anmin? The old Cao family all have the potential to be pimps, Cao Qiu acts like a pimp when asking for favors, and Cao Anmin is simply a turtle slave!

  Cao listened and showed a difficult expression, saying: "This.......?"

  "Please rest assured, uncle, I will arrange everything properly!"

  Cao nodded, and Cao Anmin retreated with a knowing look. Unable to stop it, Cao's face turned red, disowning his relatives, otherwise Lü Rui wouldn't have caught old Cao in the act when he was young.

  Soon, Cao Anmin brought a woman dressed in Western attire to Cao's main tent. Zhang Ji was a warlord from Pingzhou, and his wife might have been of mixed blood, with a very exotic look!

  Cao looked over, walked up and bowed his hands: "I am Cao Mengde, a man from Qiao County. I have just heard the lady's barbarian music, which sounds like heavenly music. May I ask if the lady is playing the huqin?"

  Zou bowed and said: "Sir, you are wise and knowledgeable, are you also familiar with the tunes of the Western Regions?"

  "Milady, please forgive Meng De's impertinence. If milady were to harmonize with Meng De's drum music, it would surely have a unique flavor!"

  "Sir, you actually know how to play the flute? If Sir can compose a melody for me, I'll dance along with it!"

  "Alright, Meng De, I'm willing to do it for the lady and Qu!"

  After finishing speaking, Zou's maid began to play the music, and Zou danced in the middle of the hall with a Western-style dance, while Old Cao accompanied her with singing.

  Meng De? Madam? A pair of loving husband and wife? Old Cao's move is too quick, isn't it? Only to see Zou Shi wearing Hu people's costumes, twisting her slender waist, her hands constantly rotating, as if beckoning Cao Cao! Seduction, **naked seduction!

  The wife of Cao was also very happy to play various musical instruments for Zou Shi and Qu, the artistic level of the wife of Cao is still quite high, in the Han Dynasty's one sing three harmonies, the wife of Cao alone can complete the harmony of three people, Zou Shi's eyes kept shining with admiration, a kindred spirit, met a kindred spirit!

  Zou Shi was even more excited on Cao's and Qu's wedding, dancing with all her might. Originally, the Hu people's clothing was quite unrestrained, but Zou Shi's vigorous movements made her twin peaks swing back and forth in front of Old Cao without stopping. Shameful! Shameful! I'm still a child, Old Cao, Zou Shi, you can't do this!

  Cao Ang was on the side, blushing and red-faced, unsure of what to do.

  "Uncle? As for music, we don't know anything about it either. Why don't we just withdraw first?"

  Cao nodded, while Lü Rui shouted loudly: "No, I want to listen to songs! Uncle Zhong, I want to listen to songs!"

  Cao was taken aback for a moment, then said seriously: "Rui'er must not be reckless, Zhongfu and his wife are affectionate to each other, you don't need to disturb them, go hunting instead!"

  It's done, Cao Pi's hormones are acting up, and he has given the order to withdraw. Cao Ang pulled Lu Yi and said: "Father, I and Brother Yi bid farewell." After finishing speaking, the three of them left the main tent!

  Lv Rui was pulled out by Cao Ang, Lv Rui shouted: "Elder brother, what are you doing? Do you want to kill me?"

  Cao Ang hastily covered Lü Rui's mouth and said: "Rui'er, you're not a child anymore, let's not interfere with Father's affairs!"

  Lv Rui opened Cao Ang's hand and said, "Brother, this is the time of military expedition. Can Uncle Zhong go against military law? Did Uncle Zhong teach me all nonsense?"

  Cao Ang was taken aback for a moment, then said: "Rui brother, this... it's not good for me to say, you also know father's temper!"

  Lü Rui listened and said, "No time to explain so much to you, Nai Nai, I have to go get reinforcements!" Lü Rui said: "Brother, am I delaying the good things of my brother? Is it just the Zou family? Brother, do you still remember the Peach Blossom Lady who taught me when I was young? I want to report this matter to Lord Xun Yu!" After finishing speaking, Lü Rui took his men and left the military camp, heading east! Cao's wife, you have to clean up the mess again!