ALL NOVEL Chapter 5
A verbal attack originally aimed at Cao Jian.
In the end, it was quietly turned into a military discussion meeting to attack Lu Bu by someone who used public power for personal gain.
The seemingly unreliable second son of the Cao family also took this opportunity to show his presence: not only did he completely wash away the absurd and unlearned stereotypes in the minds of several top counselors in Cao's camp, but he also dispelled everyone's doubts and resistance to his identity as the first heir of the Cao family!
After some discussion, Boss Cao finally decided to completely adopt Cao Jian's proposal!
On the one hand, he secretly contacted Liu Bei and tricked him into joining forces to fight against Lu Bu; on the other hand, he urgently reorganized the troops and allocated food and other war materials; at the same time, in the name of Sikong, he recommended Cao Jian to the court as a filial and honest official, and listed him as a military Sima.
After everything was ready.
The 30,000 vanguard troops with Xiahou Dun as the commander-in-chief, Xiahou Yuan as the deputy commander-in-chief, and Guo Jia as the military advisor began to march towards Xuzhou in a mighty manner!
Cao Jian led a thousand troops from other units and joined the vanguard.
The other soldiers were obviously not optimistic about the notorious second son of the Cao family.
In fact, even the Xiahou Dun brothers, who were relatives of the Cao family, did not think much of this nephew: they thought he was just joining the army to gain experience so that they could get military merits, promotions and titles.
If it weren't for Boss Cao's face, no one would want to bring this"burden"! However, no matter how much they disliked him, they still attached great importance to the safety of the second son of the Cao family: after all, the eldest son of the Cao family was dead, and if the second son of the Cao family did something weird again, it would be a big joke!
The border of Xuzhou was getting closer and closer.
A close combat could occur at any time...
As the commander-in-chief, Xiahou Dun was afraid that if a battle really broke out, he, as an uncle, would have no time to take care of his nephew's safety, so he specially summoned Le Jin, who was also a member of the vanguard, and ordered him to ensure Cao Jian's safety at all costs.
"Second Master, this is your first time to go on an expedition with the army, so you should first familiarize yourself with military affairs.
Don't rush to stand out and make achievements, and don't take the risk of charging into battle yourself!"
"The enemy may appear at any time. When the time comes, you should stay with Military Advisor Guo.
Captain Wen Qian is a brave warrior and will protect you.……"
Cao Jian naturally nodded in agreement with a smile.
To be honest, this was the first time Cao Jian met Le Jin.
After a brief encounter, he naturally couldn't help but look at him a few more times.
Looking closely, he saw that this one of the"Five Great Generals" who was famous in later generations had a short and sturdy figure, which was very different from the image of an ordinary fierce general.
If it weren't for the long-standing understanding of his abilities, it would be hard to imagine: this unprepossessing little man in front of him will grow up to be one of the five most outstanding generals among the generals of Cao Ying with other surnames in the future!
After quickly reviewing his memories of later generations in his mind, Cao Jian couldn't help but smile brightly, and arched his hands to Le Jin, who was ruthless and taciturn:
"General Wen Qian, thank you for your help!
I have heard from my father that the general is extremely brave.
This time, Uncle Xiahou has specially ordered the general to protect him, which shows his trust.
With the general here, Military Advisor Guo and I can rest assured.……"
Seeing this, Le Jin's eyes could not help but gleam.
On his originally dull face, a hint of surprise instantly appeared:
"Second Young Master is new to the military, and you have heard of my name?"
Upon hearing this, Cao Jian laughed:
"Of course! The general had made many achievements in the first assault, and every time I heard my father mention it, the name of Guangchang Tinghou had already been known to everyone.……"
As soon as these words came out!
Le Jin's eyes instantly shone brighter:
As an inconspicuous middle-lower-level lieutenant, he could be remembered by the future heir of the Cao family who had lived in a high family for a long time, and he was also aware of his heroic deeds. How could this not move people?
As the saying goes,"A man will die for his friend"!
There is no doubt that Le Jin had been won over by Cao Jian in a moment!
He trembled for a long time, and finally, thousands of words turned into a sound:
"What virtue and ability did I have to deserve such care from the Lord and the Young Master?!"
"Since you have been entrusted with this important task, you can rest assured, young master and military advisor! Even if I have to fight to the death, I will definitely protect you!!"
After hearing this, Cao Jian laughed and patted the future general in front of him, who was half a head shorter than him, to show his closeness.
Guo Jia stood aside with great interest, watching everything in front of him silently.
Until night fell, the army set up camp.
Cao Jian and Guo Jia, two wandering friends, were alone in a room, talking by candlelight at night.
Guo Jia smiled meaningfully and said:
"Second Young Master, the words you used to win people's hearts during the day are really impressive!"
Cao Jian spread his hands, looking innocent:
"Fengxiao, Grand Military Advisor Guo! Look at what you are saying, why don't I understand?……"
Guo Jia chuckled and scolded:
"Second Young Master, there is no outsider here, so it would be pointless to pretend in front of me, right?"
"Although Le Wenqian is indeed brave in battle, he is only a captain of the lower middle rank now. There is no reason for the lord to mention him to you for no reason!
Although I don't know where you learned about his deeds, praising him in the name of the lord will undoubtedly move him and make him more loyal to serve!
What's more, the young master's seemingly casual and intimate behavior during the day is also an invisible recognition of Le Wenqian.
In this way, isn't it secretly buying people's hearts and cultivating confidants?"
After hearing this, Cao Jian couldn't help but laugh and said:
"You have a really bad mouth!
How come something so good sounds so weird when it comes out of your mouth?"
"Just tell me, if you really fight with Lu Bu, do you want someone to protect you more and live a few more years?"
Guo Jia laughed at this:
"That's natural, natural!"
"I didn't have the chance before, and I didn't dare to be presumptuous in front of the lord.
Now the second young master has come out of nowhere, no longer hiding his talents, and has the potential to surpass his master.
I am waiting to accompany the young master to rescue the world-famous woman, so that I can get some benefits and feast my eyes, haha!"
Cao Jian smiled and said unhappily:
"You bastard! Don't forget to do as we agreed!
The beauties and wine in the world, you and I share!
The beauties are mine, and you drink the wine!"
"Once you really snatch someone away? At most, I'll let you admire her for a few seconds, but you're not allowed to have any other thoughts!
Otherwise, don't blame me for turning hostile to you.……"
After hearing this, Guo Jia drank the wine in his hand in one gulp and smiled drunkenly:
"Haha, of course!"
"Second Master, let's think about how to defeat Lu Bu quickly.
So that we can help you snatch him away before the Lord arrives.……"
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