Cao Bao stopped seeing Liu Bei. He hurriedly said: "For days. Cao Jun is in a hurry to attack the city. But the final leg injury has not healed. He never went to the city to help. I hope the Lord will forgive me."
At that time, Cao Cao was approaching the city with soldiers. All civil and military officials in the city are precarious. Cao Bao was in the name of healing his wounds at that time. Stay at home and watch the situation change. If Cao Cao attacked Xuzhou City. Cao Bao must be the first person to surrender Cao Cao. Liu Bei knew this well.
Although Liu Bei had contempt for Cao Bao. But he just entered Xuzhou. There are not many confidants. I didn't dare to push the local gentry of Xuzhou like the Cao family too much. So he smiled and said: "Why did General Cao say this. When you are seriously injured. You still care about the safety of Xuzhou City. Liu is very relieved. Please General Cao go back. Continue to heal your wounds with peace of mind. When Liu is free. Must visit your house."
Although Liu Bei's remarks were gentle and drizzle. But it was as uncomfortable as a needle stick in Cao Bao's ears. Cao Bao is different from Chen Deng and Sun Gan. He hasn't read many books. Although there is a bit of strength. Martial arts are also very common. The reason why it was able to occupy a place in Xuzhou's civil and military. It's all because he got Tao Qian's trust. He holds a certain amount of military power in his hands. These are the guarantees for the prosperity of the Cao family. now. Liu Bei asked Cao Bao to go back to heal his wounds in peace. Obviously, he wanted to deprive Cao Bao of his military power.
Cao Bao suddenly panicked. He quickly arched his hands and said: "Go back to the lord. The general's injury is already very good. You will be able to pick up the gun again and go into battle soon."
Liu Bei stared at Cao Bao. Said meaningfully: "General Cao's injury really healed."
Cao Bao quickly shook off his arms. Two quick steps in this chamber. Nodded affirmatively. Said: "It's really much better."
in fact. His legs are really not neat. I went a bit faster just now. Still a little pain. but. If you let him stand on the head of the city and command the defense. There is no big problem. But who is Liu Bei? Look at the princes of the world. Liu Bei is the one who can pretend and bear the most. Cao Bao's attempt to pretend to be in front of him is no different than a gangster.
Although Liu Bei did not intend to offend the local gentry in Xuzhou too much. But he has made up his mind to firmly grasp the military power in his own hands. Saw Cao Bao's clumsy performance. Can not help but sneer secretly. Said: "General Cao's loyalty and bravery. It's just from Liu's opinion. The general's legs and feet are still inconvenient. So let's Liu personally send the general back to the house."
Cao Bao was stunned. It doesn't matter if Liu Bei used to weave straw mats. It doesn't matter if you sell straw sandals. His current identity is like a fake Xuzhou animal husbandry. If he visits Cao's house in person. Naturally it is a great honor for the Cao family. To know. When Tao Qian was doing this Xuzhou pastoralist. Add favor to Cao Bao. But I have never been to Cao's house once.
But this way. Liu Bei can excuse that Cao Bao's body has not yet fully recovered. In front of his family, he told him to stay in the house to recover from his injuries. Don't go out. You think. If Cao Bao is not seriously injured. It was just one meeting. Why bother Mr. Shepherd of Labor State sent him home in person. It's only natural to spend more time at home.
Cao Bao is not stupid either. Soon the joints were connected. Quickly said: "I will go home at the end. I dare not send it off to the employer."
Liu Bei was determined to seize his military power. How willing to let go of this opportunity. He smiled and said, "Isn't General Cao welcome Liu?"
Cao Bao had to say nonchalantly: "How dare the final general. Then thank the lord."
The Cao family is the same as the Mi family. All of them are among the largest households in Xuzhou. And they are all on the most prosperous street in Xuzhou. Liu Bei now occupies the courtyard of the Mi family. Therefore, it is not far away from the Cao family. but. In order to show the importance of Cao Bao. Also to show that Cao Bao's injury is still very serious. Liu Bei specially ordered someone to prepare a carriage.
Lying on the carriage by himself. The Master Zhou Mu rode a horse to escort him. It seems incomparably beautiful. However, only Cao Bao knew what it was like. Cao Bao's face was extremely ugly. My mood is extremely bad. But for the future of the Cao family. He must be patient.
It takes a while. The carriage arrived in front of Cao's Mansion. Liu Bei opened the door first. Reached out to help Cao Bao from the car. That enthusiasm is not like a minister who treats himself as a lord.
A short walk. Cao Bao has thought a lot. In any case, he must try to restore the current unfavorable situation. So he said with a smile on his face: "Since the lord has arrived at the gate of the mansion. Why not go in and use a glass of water and wine. So that the general will express his gratitude."
Sent Cao Bao to the door. Liu Bei's goal was achieved. He could perfectly urge Cao Bao to heal his wounds at home. but. Liu Bei wanted to win over the hearts of the local gentry in Xuzhou. Naturally, it is not easy to touch Cao Bao's mind. Then smiled and nodded. Helped Cao Bao into the mansion gate.
Seeing Liu Bei nodded and agreed. Cao Bao's hanging heart finally let go. A good start is half the battle. He has seen hope.
The Cao family is a famous family in Xuzhou. It is naturally effortless to prepare a banquet. Various fruit dishes are prepared instantly. Liu Bei is used to acting every time. Not humbly. Then sit down at the top. Have a drink with Cao Bao.
Three rounds of wine. Cao Bao stood up and said: "Lord. Drinking is boring. The final mansion is full of singing and dancing. Why not please come out. To help the wine."
Liu Bei embraced him. Then Anzhi thought. Nodded with a smile.
Cao Bao was overjoyed. Lightly patted his palms. Then music sounded. A group of enchanting young women filed out from behind the screen. Then danced in the middle of this hall. Some gentry families with status and status often raised some singers and dancers. Diao Chan is the maiko in Wang Yun's house. Cao Bao also raised such a group of girls in his family. All young and beautiful. Slender body.
It is rare that Guan Yu is not around these days. Originally, Liu Bei was going to go back to the backyard and make out with Gan Mei. to be frank. Compared to Liu Xin. Liu Bei's endurance in this regard is much stronger. Liu Xin suffocated for half a year and couldn't stand it anymore. Liu Bei has been holding back for several years. but. Then again. The longer this matter is held back. ** is also stronger. What's more, Liu Bei originally planned on this aspect today.
There are not a few normal men who are nasty. Otherwise, Liu Xiahui, who is still sitting and pregnant, will not be praised by others. Later generations will Liu Bei said that the finished product is a gentleman with noble morals. In fact, he is just raising his image. If he is really nasty. How could he be so fascinated by Sun Shangxiang. Even Xishu didn't want to go back.
By one-third of the wine strength. Liu Bei looked at the center of the hall and his eyes were a little blurred. Those eyes stayed on for a moment. Staring at the girl leading the dancer in fascination. The girl's dancing skills were mediocre. But tall. A pair of slender and strong thighs. A pair of towering breasts. Twisted. The small appearance is also really charming.
Cao Bao glanced at Liu Bei. He smiled and said: "The little girl Hui'er is not good at singing and dancing. I heard that the lord came here today. I invite the lord to perform. I wonder if the lord can even see it."
Although women were not forbidden to show their faces in those days. But the situation where the daughter of a big family dances in front of the guests. Still very rare. Liu Bei originally thought that the girl leading the dancer was just a dancer from Cao Bao's family. Who ever thought it was Cao Bao's daughter? Can not help but look carefully.
I saw that the girl named Cao Hui was covered with a layer of tulle. His face is not very real. But a pair of black and bright eyes looked forward to passionately. Seeing Liu Bei nodded again and again.
Cao Bao patted his palms again. The music stopped. The dancers are divided into two rows. Go behind the screen. Cao Hui did not retreat with everyone. Instead, he walked up to Liu Bei. Stretch out a slender hand. Pick up a few wine cups on the case. Bow to Liu Beiying. Said softly, "Adults come to the humble house. Pengxun is shining. The name of Lord Nujia Jiumu. Here is a glass of water and wine for the adults. I hope that the adults will not refuse."
Just saw that graceful dance. Now I heard this Jiao Didi's soft call again. Half of Liu Bei's body was crisp. Almost subconsciously took over the cup of wine in Cao Hui's hand. Inadvertently touched Cao Hui's hand. I just felt a tremor in my heart. This feeling has not appeared for many years. Liu Bei couldn't help but feel a little embarrassed. Murmured: "Thank you, Miss."
Cao Bao saw this. Nodding slightly. Said: "Hui'er. Master Liu is not an outsider. You don't need to cover up in front of the adults. Please remove the dew on your face."
Before Liu Bei could react. Cao Hui has softly agreed. Gently remove the layer of tulle covering the face. I don't know if it was because I was a little tired from dancing just now. Or because I feel shy about showing my true face in front of outsiders. A thrilling blush appeared on Cao Hui's pretty melon seed face.
Liu Bei hasn't been close to female sex for a long time. I drank a lot of wine today. Seeing Cao Hui's charming face. Smell the virgin fragrance that resembles orchid and musk. Can't help but feel a little contemplative. Can't help standing up. Drink all the wine in the glass.
Although Cao Bao has no skills. But the family is wealthy. Especially this daughter was born with a beautiful appearance. Love is like a jewel in the palm. So far I have never been willing to be a partner. now. The Cao family's position in Xuzhou is precarious. When I was in the carriage just now. Cao Bao had already decided to dedicate this daughter to Liu Bei. This is also helpless.
in fact. This situation is also a political marriage. It was normal in that era. Although Cao Bao has no abilities. But the Cao family is also a well-known family in Xuzhou. If it can contribute to this marriage. Regardless of the consolidation of Liu Bei's rule in Xuzhou. Still maintain the status of the Cao family. All are beneficial. But it is the best of both worlds. but. Liu Beide is famous. Have never been close to women. Cao Bao was not sure whether he could agree to this marriage. As for whether his daughter married in the past as a wife or a concubine. Cao Bao no longer dared to hope.
Seeing Liu Bei's performance. Cao Bao knew that the rumors couldn't be trusted. Could not help standing up. Haha smiled and said: "If the lord doesn't dislike it. I will offer this woman to the lord at the end. To serve as a pillow."
Cao Hui felt ashamed. "Hey" there was a sound. Covering his face and ran behind the screen.