As a brother of the Shu royal family, Cao Hong has never been a good general who can fight. He himself knows this, so he is not very interested in military merits.

No matter how great the military achievements are, can they be more powerful than the rescue? With the achievements of the Bian River, he can enjoy wealth and honor without having to go to the front line to fight to the death, bleeding and sweat.

Perhaps because of this, Cao Cao trusted him very much. This time he went to Dangqu to fight Huang Zhong, which was related to the survival of Yizhou. Cao Cao had to go to the front line to fight and needed a reliable back. With Cao Ang, Xiahou Dun, Cao Ren and others guarding one side, Cao Hong became one of the few choices.

Cao Hong was not good at fighting, but he was good at managing money and food. In addition to being a little stingy and greedy, he was a good financial manager. Cao Cao ordered him to stay in Dangqu and raise grain for the army and other logistics affairs.

The water is over and the ground is wet. A lot of money and grain is passing through my hands, which is a good opportunity to make a fortune. Cao Hong is very satisfied with this and has been living a comfortable life these days. He is responsible for drinking and chatting with the tribes in Dangqu, contacting them, asking them to donate money and grain, and contributing to the survival of the Han Dynasty and Shu Kingdom.

Reciprocity exchanges. The exchanges between wealthy families are naturally inevitable. Cao Hong gave gifts to each other. The gifts were given by public funds. He didn't feel too good when he received the gifts into his pocket. Every day, drinking fine wine and looking at the beauty, he did the official business. Cao Hong felt that he was really a talent and was born to enjoy happiness.

When his son Cao Fu shook in from outside with disheveled hair and disheveled clothes, he was drinking, and was excited by the charming dance of the graceful Ba Nu. His red eyes were like hunting beasts, aiming at the Ba Nu, thinking about which servant to leave, or a few to leave together.

Suddenly seeing Cao Fu's appearance, he was furious at first, then was startled again, and stood up with agility that he could not imagine. Cao Fu was not on the front line, but was only responsible for transporting supplies from Dianjiang and Chengdu. He suddenly became like this. Even if he didn't understand military affairs, he knew something was wrong.

Even so, he didn't think about the Wu army. Cao Cao led his troops to block the Wu army in Gulongpo area. Dangqu was still more than ten miles away from the front line and was separated by mountains. It was impossible for the main force of the Wu army to come. In his opinion, it was probably a bandit, bandit, or even a tribe along the way.

Cao Fu brought valuables such as Shu brocade, lacquerware, etc., which were more popular in the Dangqu area. The Han and Man in Bajun were very wild, and it was not impossible to directly rob them when they saw wealth.

"What's going on?" Cao Hong was furious. Cao Fu was embarrassed by this. The father and son were in charge of this matter and made a lot of money from it. There were not only one or two people who were jealous. If they were criticized for this and lost this beautiful woman, the loss would be great.

"Wu... Wu Jun." Cao Fu's face was pale and his legs were weak. He rode his horse and ran all the way from Babian Mountain to here, so nervous that he was almost exhausted.

"Wu Jun? Where is it?"

“Ba…Babishan.”

"Babi Mountain?" Cao Hong frowned and thought for a while, then he remembered where Babi Mountain was, and he was even more angry. Babi Mountain is nearly a hundred miles south of Dangqu County. How could Wu Jun appear there? This guy must be so sad that he wanted to swallow it all. It's not impossible to do this, but you have to find someone who believes in it to blame. People from any tribe can do it, why do you say it's Wu Jun?

The genius believes in you.

"You said it again, have you read it wrong?" Cao Hong said, squeezing his eyes hard.

Cao Fu understood what Cao Hong meant, but he just wanted to cry. He had already thought of this, so he looked at it carefully at that time and confirmed that it was the Wu army's battle flag. The phoenix dancing in the fire was too conspicuous. It was just too far away that he couldn't see the general's flag clearly, he didn't know who the Wu army was, and he didn't know how many people there were.

Cao Fu repeatedly explained and sweared to the sky, it was really Wu Jun.

Cao Hong didn't believe it at all, but he could understand Cao Fu's difficulties. This kid was too dark and swallowed up all the things from more than thirty ships. He had to find a more powerful opponent to take the blame. He immediately sent someone to invite Xin Ping to tell him the Wu army appeared in Bameng Mountain and robbed the materials he had just transported. Please think of a way to find a way, and it would be best to send troops as soon as possible to take back the materials.

Those are the supplies that the King of Shu rewarded the Dangqu clan and the soldiers who have made meritorious service. They are very important and there must be no mistake.

Xin Ping knew the character of Cao Hong and his son. After listening to Cao Fu's narration, his reaction was the same as Cao Hong. There was no Wu army, just that Cao Fu had caused trouble, swallowed up supplies, and blamed the Wu army. He was very angry. First, Cao Fu was too dark and ignored the overall situation; second, Cao Hong and his son were too greedy and ate alone, so he didn't give him any points.

All the benefits are given to you, and the responsibility is pushed to me. How can such a thing be done? Sending troops to regain materials is clearly a cover-up. Even if there is really a Wu army, they are not stupid and will wait for you to surround them? Then the soldiers will be sent and the Wu army is not found, so good.

Xin Ping said that Junhou is the general who stayed in the camp designated by the King of Shu, and it is naturally up to you to decide whether to send troops.

Cao Hong complained. He knew that Xin Ping had misunderstood, but he could not explain it. Even he himself did not completely believe Cao Fu, let alone Xin Ping.

Zuo Sike thought about it, repeatedly weighed the pros and cons, and said a lot of good things with a smile. Cao Hong finally obtained Xin Ping's consent and would not report this to the King of Shu for the time being. He gathered some people to rush to Bameng Mountain to see the situation. Considering that Dangqu is too close to Gulongpo, it is not allowed to be misunderstood, Cao Hong did not dare to use the main force in the city guarding, so he could only ask the Dangqu clan to mobilize his troops.

In order to get the Dangqu clan to work hard, Cao Hong told them that most of the ones that the King of Shu wanted to reward you, but have been taken away by others. If you can take them back, they will all be yours. As for the rewards of the soldiers who have made meritorious service, I will find another way to raise them.

Although the Dangqu clan was reluctant, he could not refuse. He immediately organized three thousand tribes, elected Pang Jun as a general, and rushed to Bameng Mountain.

Cao Hong discussed with Xin Ping, sent someone back to Chengdu to raise supplies, and discussed with Zhang Su, and then transferred a batch of supplies from Langzhong. Zhang Su was a little embarrassed. Before that, he had already transported a large amount of supplies from Langzhong and repeatedly collected them in a short period of time. The Langzhong clan would definitely have opinions.

Cao Hong was very persuading, but Zhang Su reluctantly agreed, but the quantity was discounted. Cao Hong was so fond of himself that he had to fill in this pit himself.

The more he thought about it, the more angry he became, and beat Cao Fu up.

Xu Huang originally thought that Dangqu City would react quickly, and the troops attacked. In order to improve the defense line as soon as possible, he spared no expense to hire civilians to help.

However, he waited for three days after repairing the fortifications before receiving the news that there were people and horses from Dangqu out of the city, about two or three thousand, but it was not the main force of the Shu army, but the troops of the Dangqu clan.

What made Xu Huang even more angry was that these people obviously didn't take it seriously. They walked around and stopped, not like going on a war, but like a spring outing. At their marching speed, it would take four or five days to reach Bamengxian Mountain.

Xu Huang was anxious. He could afford it, but Huang Zhong could not. His purpose was to force the main force of the Shu army led by Cao Cao to retreat, so that Huang Zhong could reach Dangqu City in order to expand the scope of grain collection, rather than entanglement with the troops of these Dangqu clans.

Xu Huang found Wang Ping, asked him about the nearby terrain, and chatted with the people who left for help, chatted with family, learned about their lives, promoted the new policy of Wu to them, and at the same time verified the information provided by Wang Ping. After confirming that the information provided by Wang Ping was accurate, he expressed his plan to Wang Ping.

He planned to take the initiative to attack Dangqu tribe who had left the city at night to attract Cao Cao's attention.

Wang Ping is a smart person. He knew that this was Xu Huang's test of him and also a test of him. Whether he responded well would affect Xu Huang's view of him, and would also determine whether his future would be recommended by Xu Huang, and would have a decisive impact on whether he could gain a foothold in the army.

Wang Ping thought for a long time and took the initiative to ask for his orders. He was willing to go and meet with the generals who came to fight, inform them of the truth, Xiaoming's interests, and advised them to surrender. If they were willing to surrender, it would be great. Even if they refused to surrender, they would report to Cao Cao and send the main force of the Shu army to come. If they refused to surrender, they would not believe it and insisted on fighting with the general, they would have to blame themselves for being stupid. The general would do whatever he wanted.

Wang Ping finally said that if I don’t come back within a day, the general doesn’t have to worry about it and can launch an attack at any time.

Xu Huang smiled and patted Wang Ping on the shoulder. "Zijun, live well."

Wang Ping bowed and bowed again, said goodbye and left.

Before leaving, Wang Ping asked Xu Huang for a knife and a shield.

Wang Ping rode his horse and rushed to the Dangqu army, which had already camped and rested early, and signed up for a visit.

Pang Jun was in his prime and was the backbone of the Pang clan of the Dangqu clan. His ancestor Pang Xiong was appointed as the Great Honglu, and Pang's family was also a well-known big family in Dangqu. This time he failed to go to war with King Cao Cao of Shu, but was sent to suppress bandits, and he felt very uncomfortable.

What bandits can be found in Bameng Mountain? Even if there are, when he arrives, the bandits will run away long ago and will never wait for him to catch them. It is conceivable that this task is useless and effort.

Cao Hong, Xin Ping and others looked down on me and played with me like a three-year-old child.

While Pang Jun was drinking a tent and complaining about himself, someone reported He Ping to see him. Pang Jun was half drunk, and after a while he remembered who He Ping was, he couldn't help but smile. What's this poor boy who lives under someone else's house to do? Do you want to make military achievements? Then you are wrong, I have no merit here.

Pang Jun asked someone to tell him that Wang Ping entered the camp. When Wang Ping stood in front of him, he waved and signaled Wang Ping to sit opposite him.

"Boy, drink."

Wang Ping did not say anything, bowed his hand and bowed. He put down the shield in his hand, took off the long sword, placed it in front of Pang Jun, then retreated back to his original place, and looked at Pang Jun quietly.

Pang Jun was puzzled and put down his wine glass, looked at Wang Ping, and then looked at the sword and shield on the table, and his eyes lit up. The long sword and this shield were not gorgeous, but the situation was very regular, exuding an indescribable smell, which was different from the sword and shield he had seen before.

“Where does this come from?”

"Wu Jun."

"Wu Jun?" Pang Jun put down his wine glass, picked up the shield and looked at it. The shield was not heavy, covered with iron sheets on the surface and cowhide inside. It was very exquisitely crafted, and nothing else. He put the shield aside, picked up the knife and pulled out half of the blade.

A cold light burst out, illuminating Pang Jun's face. Pang Jun couldn't help but squint his eyes to block the intimidating cold light.

Pang Jun looked at Wang Ping again. He believed Wang Ping's words. Not to mention Dangqu, the central army of Shu King may not be able to be equipped with all members. It is more reasonable to come from the Wu army, which has always been known for its excellent equipment.

"Supplied?" Pang Jun actually wanted to sarcastically say to Wang Ping. He knew that Wang Ping surrendered with Zhang Lu, but his identity did not allow him to be so rude. Since Wang Ping appeared here, it must be a new thing anyway. There is still a chance to meet in the future, so you can't be too rude.

"This is what General Xu asked me to bring to Pang Jun."

"General Xu?"

"Grandmaster of Xiangyang of Great Wu, General Hengye, Xu Huang and Xu Gongming."

Pang Jun felt a little sad and was half drunk. Xu Huang slaughtered a large number of times in Xuanhan some time ago, and the reputation of the evil had already reached Dangqu, so he naturally would not know. Xu Huang gave him a sword and shield, of course he was not trying to make friends with him, but this was a letter of war.

Pang Jun stood up, quietly pulled out the long sword from the desk, and then used his eyes to signal the guards beside him to watch. He carried the knife, walked to He Ping, and paced back and forth twice.

"Where is Xu Huang?"

“Babishan.”

Pang Jun twitched his eyebrows twice, his eyes were suspicious. "What are you doing?"

Wang Ping sighed. "Pang Jun, I am also a native of Dangqu. I can't watch the villagers go to the danger. I volunteered to explain the interests of Pang Jun. The strength of Wu and Shu is very different, and the world will eventually return to Wu. Even the children of the King of Shu were captured by the Great Wu. What did the Dangqu people work for the King of Shu? "

Pang Jun rolled his eyes and chuckled. "He Zijun, I have always heard that you have a heavy word, but today I became a lobbyist. It's really surprising."

Wang Ping ignored him. "Zhang Sishi, Mr. Yan has already discussed with General Huang. Given that the people of Dangqu do not understand the truth and fooled Cao Cao, they can open the Internet. As long as you can abandon the darkness and turn to the light, you will definitely live up to you. Your family business and land can be preserved, and you will be given preferential treatment when you enter the government. Pang Jun, this is the last opportunity and you must not miss it."

Pang Jun smiled, but was a little reluctant. He did not answer Wang Ping, and turned around to signal a guard to raise the shield in his hand, then looked at the long sword in his hand, and set off, and slashed it with one knife.

The wooden shield in the guard's hand was cut out with a deep mark. Although it was not cracked, it could not hold on for a few strokes. Pang Jun's eyes changed slightly. He knew that his power was limited and he was not a real warrior. Being able to cut such marks meant that this knife was indeed much sharper than an ordinary warrior.

Pang Jun tried the blade with his thumb and glanced at Wang Ping for a long time. "Xu Huang is really in Babian Mountain?"

"It's true." Wang Ping said: "I came on a horse. The horse was a war horse in the Shu Palace that I just seized. There was a mark on the horse's buttocks. Pang Jun knew at a glance that we had seized a total of six such horses."

Wang Ping reported the battle and the seized spoils one by one. After hearing this, Pang Xiong knew that what Wang Ping said was true, so he couldn't help but breathe a breath, anxious and angry, and cursed.

"This group of men, my Pang family treats them well. How dare they harm me like this?"
Chapter completed!