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Volume 1 Chapter 162 The Betrayal of the Xiahou Family

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    For the twenty-seventh time, Cai Yan took out the silk book sent by his father from his arms and started reading it again with a smile.  Although his father was unable to come on the wedding day, with this letter of blessing, he was relieved of his worries.  After all, his father loves him!  .

    She asked Cao Ang for the twenty-seventh time: "Did father accept all the betrothal gifts?"

    Cao Ang also smiled and said, "I've accepted them all. The price of food in Chang'an remains high, and you can't buy much food with that salary! A celebrity with noble aspirations like my uncle can't make ends meet. We can help make up for whatever we can."

    Cai Yan pushed him lightly and complained in a low voice: "How could you say that about your future father-in-law? It's like his old man sold me, and my father also returned the gift!"

    Cao Ang nodded repeatedly, "Yes, yes, in fact, I still benefit from it. My uncle gave me many orphaned classics, all of which are priceless and unmarketable classics!"

    Cai Yan then smiled with satisfaction: "You know what's going on!"

    In fact, Cai Yan knew in his heart that these solitary copies were of course worthless in the prosperous times, but in these troubled times, they were worthless!  If these bamboo slips of classics given by my father were left in Chang'an, their final fate would be to be burned as firewood by the rebel soldiers.  Now by sending it to Zhi County in the name of giving a dowry, it can be regarded as retaining the hard work of the old man for most of his life!  But in this way, I felt a little sorry for Cao Ang. After all, he gave his father so much money and food as a betrothal gift.

    Seeing that there was no one else around, Cai Yan walked towards Cao Ang with a blushing face and boldly kissed him on the forehead.  Then he blushed with embarrassment and turned around and walked into the inner room.

    Cao Ang wanted to rush in and have a wet French kiss first, and then make love.  However, I am only fourteen years old now. Even at this age, I will not be happy even if I try hard. Besides, it is not good for my health.  Isn¡¯t there a saying: Young people don¡¯t know how valuable sperm is, but old people look at the empty space and sigh.

    At this moment, Cao Ren strode into the courtyard and said loudly: "Zixiu, Zixiu, Yuan Shao of Jizhou sent someone to send a heavy gift. Mr. Xu You sent it personally. He is now paying homage to his uncle (Cao Song).  .Are you free? Uncle asked me to let you know!"

    Cao Ang quickly agreed, walked out of the house, and followed Cao Ren.

    Soon, the two of them arrived outside Cao Song's living room and heard an unfamiliar voice talking impassioned nonsense.

    Cao Ren said in a low voice: "I won't go in. This Xu You is too arrogant, so you should be careful."

    Looking at Cao Ren's wistful expression, Cao Ang knew that he must have been scolded, and he became even more curious about Xu You.  Historically, Xu You did have some real abilities. The several suggestions he gave to Yuan Shao all hit Cao Cao's Achilles' heel.  It's just that Yuan Shao was becoming increasingly powerful at that time and could no longer tolerate any dissent. Xu You's advice was undoubtedly an insult!

    Cao Ang strode in and saw a counselor with a goatee sitting next to his grandfather Cao Song.  Cao Ang didn't dare to look any further. He bowed to his grandfather and Xu You and stood aside.

    Cao Song said with a smile: "Zixiu, this is Mr. Xu Ziyuan. He came here specially from Jizhou this time to congratulate you on behalf of Yuan Jizhou! This is the glory of our Cao family!"

    Cao Ang said quickly: "It turns out to be Mr. Ziyuan. My father often mentioned you to me in the past, saying that you care about the country and the people. You don't like empty talk and put it into action. You are a role model for us young people!"

    In fact, Cao Cao never said this at all. When Wang Fen planned to establish another emperor, he wrote a letter inviting Cao Cao to join. Cao Cao refused after thinking for a few days.  Later I learned that Xu You had also been involved in this matter and fled immediately after the incident was exposed.  Out of sympathy, Cao Cao and Yuan Shao sponsored him respectively, and they became friends.  In comparison, Yuan Shao's generous spending was more likely to win Xu You's favor, so when Yuan Shao recruited counselors, Xu You immediately joined him.

    Hearing what Cao Ang said, Xu You stroked his beard proudly and said with a smile: "Mengde is too praised. I, Xu Ziyuan, have nothing but the ability to bend down and do some practical things. This time I came from Jizhou.  As entrusted by your Uncle Yuan, I specially sent you a gift for your wedding ceremony. Zixiu, this is the first time that Brother Benchu ??has given a solemn gift to a junior!"

    Cao Ang quickly bowed and said: "Thank you uncles for your love. I, Cao Ang, have no virtue and incompetence, but my uncles value me so much, which makes me feel ashamed! I will definitely work harder in the future to live up to my uncles' high expectations!"

    Although Cao Ang's attitude was good, Xu You was still not satisfied. He said with a fake smile: "Now that you, Zixiu, can occupy the land of the four counties, it is all because of Brother Benchu's suggestion. After you get married, you can be considered an adult, too.  You should take responsibility!??

    Cao Ang quickly said: "What my uncle said is absolutely true. I have been fighting under the leadership of Alliance Leader Yuan since I rebelled against Dong. Without Alliance Leader Yuan's strong support, how would I have had the chance to stand up when I was ambushed in Xingyang that day? More  Not to mention the forced landing in Xu Rong! Drink and think about your origins, and you must never forget your roots. As a general under Alliance Leader Yuan, I will do my best to fight for Alliance Leader Yuan¡¯s great cause for the rest of my life!"

    Cao Ang¡¯s naked confession gave Cao Song on the side goosebumps.  However, Xu You smiled brightly after hearing this and said cheerfully: "Xianzi Zixiu, as long as you have this heart, as a human being, you just must not forget your roots! By the way, the county captain of Qiao County is called Xiahou Dun, right? Since I entered  In Qiao County, the Xiahou family diligently sent their servants to protect me, lest I encounter bandits. I think they are more practical and have promised to introduce them to Yuan Jizhou."

    Cao Song had been an official for many years and the city was relatively deep. He was afraid that Cao Ang would show dissatisfaction, so he laughed loudly and said: "Hahaha, this is a good thing! The Xiahou family has long wanted to join the official career, but they have never been able to get started. Now Yuan Jizhou has  By acting as their backer, the wishes of several generations of the Xiahou family have finally been fulfilled! Zixiu, don¡¯t you think so?¡±

    With Cao Song as a buffer, Cao Ang had adjusted his mentality. Although he was still scolding his mother in his heart, Cao Ang still said with a smile: "Grandpa is right. I have to give my uncle a few glasses of wine tonight. You can do it for me in the future."  Master, please give me some kind words. Oh, you don¡¯t know, I just learned swordsmanship, gunnery and archery from Master Xiahou. I was just playful when I was young, so now I have only scratched the surface."

    Seeing that Cao Ang's expression was very natural, Xu You said with a smile: "It turns out that there is such a connection, and these Xiahou family people didn't tell them. If I had known, I would have readily agreed to their request. Isn't it just to surrender to Brother Ben Chu?  As subordinates, it¡¯s actually good for us all to be colleagues!¡±

    Cao Song said with a smile: "What Ziyuan said is true. It's just that I am old and can't run and shout for Yuan Jizhou. Zixiu is young, how can he be alongside all the sages? It's better to learn more from the side.  Increase your knowledge and fight for Yuan Jizhou in the future!"

    Cao Ang nodded quickly: "Ang'er will follow your grandfather's teachings."

    The three of them chatted for a while, and Cao Ang personally led Xu You to the guest room in the front yard to rest and receive the gifts.  The two of them laughed and talked happily along the way.

    About half an hour later, Cao Ang said goodbye to Xu You with a smile and returned to Cao Song's courtyard.

    As soon as he entered the yard, he found a copper paperweight thrown at the door of the study.  Cao Ang walked over quickly. This was his grandfather's beloved paperweight. Why did it appear here?

    When he walked into the study, he saw a lot of bamboo slips randomly discarded on the ground, and his grandfather Cao Song was sitting on the couch breathing heavily.

    Cao Ang quickly walked up behind Cao Song, and while gently beating his back, he whispered: "Grandpa, don't worry, the Xiahou family may have some difficulties"

    "What difficulties can their family have? It's just that they want to be an official and are jealous, so they just go to the dock to find a backer!" Cao Song said angrily: "When your father was promoted to the prime minister of Jinan some time ago, they were in a hurry  Came to our house, said a lot of good things, and cried for us to support their Xiahou family. Now Xiahou Dun has been promoted to the county captain of Qiao County, and Xiahou Yuan has also been reused by you. Our Cao family is really good to their Xiahou family.  ! But as soon as they discovered Yuan Shao¡¯s thick thigh, they immediately abandoned us and hugged us, without even saying hello! Thanks to Meng De, they still regard Xiahou Dun and Xiahou Yuan as brothers, which makes me mad!"

    To be honest, Cao Ang is also very angry. Even if our Cao family has suffered a certain blow (Cao Cao has not been released from prison yet), your Xiahou family cannot quietly join other families!  However, Cao Ang knew that he could not say such complaining words.  If I echoed my grandfather's words more, it would serve no purpose other than intensifying the conflict.

    So Cao Ang said with a smile: "Grandpa, don't worry, this must be the idea of ??the old men of the Xiahou family. They have never been in the officialdom and have not seen much of the world, so it is normal for them to make some stupid moves.

    In fact, even without the help of the Xiahou family, our Cao family can rise smoothly.  Grandson, I have already occupied the four counties of Zhi County, Wen County, Heyang, and Qinshui. I have Uncle Zilian, Li Qian, Xi Zhicai, Li Su, Wei Zi, Xu Rong, Li Dian, and Le Jin under my command.  , Fang Yue, Liao Hua, Shi Huan and many other generals maintain trade relations with Hedong and maintain good relations with Yuan Shao. Coupled with the help of Cao Ren and other outstanding uncles, I think our Cao family is prosperous in these troubled times.  The day is just around the corner!  "

    Hearing what Cao Ang said, Cao Song took a long breath and said in a deep voice: "Ang'er, I didn't expect you to create such a foundation without saying a word! You are right, you have to be strong to make iron! As long as we focus on development  , there will always be a glorious day!¡±

    The grandfather and grandson areWhile discussing future development plans, someone suddenly came to report that Xiahou Dun had come to visit quietly.

    Cao Song didn't want to see him at all, but couldn't stand Cao Ang's persuasion, so he ordered someone to recruit him.

    After Xiahou Dun entered the house, he bowed solemnly to Cao Song and said in a deep voice: "My nephew is incompetent and failed to convince the elders of the family. Please forgive me!"

    After saying this, Xiahou Dun couldn't help but blush, and even saluted Cao Ang: "Zixiu, uncle, I'm sorry for you!"

    Before Cao Ang could get out of the way, Xiahou Dun couldn't help but shed tears.  To make such a tough guy shed tears, what happened to the Xiahou family these days?
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