Chapter 831 Rumors
Feng Yong naturally didn't know that Liu Liang, who had exhausted so much energy, could still taste the marrow and taste it, and thought of ways to get more secret fragrance from his own hands.
Of course, if he found out, he would have to hang the kid up and give him a whipping to make him recall the fear of being dominated by Feng Wenhe.
How did Amei come into this world?
Isn't it because her mother took advantage of the danger and bravely captured the husband of the Han family, and that's why she was born?
Why were you captured?
Isn’t it the one who knocked people down with version 1.0 of Secret Fragrance?
Amei’s mother was originally a witch doctor in the clan. Her main job was to dance the great **** and treat people, or she could dance the great **** and treat people at the same time.
It is normal for witch doctors to know about some hallucinogenic or nerve-stimulating drugs, but it is abnormal not to know about them.
At that time, Mr. Feng also followed in the footsteps of his father-in-law, and was knocked down by Amei with the secret incense handed down from his ancestors, and then he lost his head.
This incident made Guan Ji brooding and resentful at the time, and she didn't really let it go until she officially became the principal wife of the Feng family.
Of course, this is not the point.
The key point is this secret fragrance passed down from Amei’s ancestors, and its raw materials are only produced in Nanzhong.
It’s not that Feng Yong never thought of transplanting the herbs he used from Nanzhong, but he failed not to mention moving them to Hanzhong, but even to the vicinity of Jincheng.
Even if it survives, it has lost its original medicinal properties, and the secret fragrance is not useful at all.
But this is to be expected.
After all, the climate in Nanzhong is quite different from that in Jincheng.
It is normal to be acclimatized.
But this means that Mixiang is destined to only have a small output.
Over there in Nanxiang, sometimes I want to find out the secrets from the mouths of some die-hard craftsmen.
As long as you give him some wine, which is mixed with hallucinogenic drugs used by witch doctors, and burned with a special version of secret incense, you can make people feel dizzy and fall into a dreamland.
Coupled with some interrogation methods brought over by Feng Wenhe from later generations, we can find out everything about Xi Zuo's peeing on the bed when he was a child.
Because today's practitioners are not like those of later generations, there are certain self-hypnosis methods that can unconsciously tell lies as truth.
In this era, no matter how stubborn a craftsman is, if he wants to keep a secret, he must either be sober or completely dead.
So although the combination of hallucinogenic and secretive incense is not as good as the confessional agent of later generations, it is almost the same as a low-end version.
Of course, the kind used by Liu Liang is a fun version, which is different from the kind used in interrogation.
However, the raw materials are similar, but the dosage of ingredients is different.
But no matter which edition it is, it is considered a collector's item. How can it be said that it is something you want?
However, although Liu Liang's idea was beautiful, he was right about one thing: Feng Wenhe was obviously very satisfied with what he did in Xiping.
In other words, it suits someone Feng’s taste.
If Liu Liang had no big ambitions, then he would probably be satisfied.
After all, in the Huangshui River Valley, he had the support of the Xinghan Society and was the son-in-law of several major tribes, so walking sideways was not a problem.
Coupled with the supplies that pass through every year, even if you don’t think about it deliberately, your hands will automatically be stained with oil and water.
I can't say that he will be rich and powerful, but he will have enough food and clothing for the rest of his life. It should be possible - as long as the big man can keep control of this place, as long as Feng Wenhe does not fall.
But is it possible?
Let’s not talk about counting on others for a lifetime. Even Liu Liang himself, if he really has no ambition, why would he come to Xiping to hang out with the barbarians?
It can’t be that the taste is unique, right?
At the beginning, the prime minister betrayed his dignity, and General Zhao was the guarantor. Feng Wenhe also agreed to let him go.
Wouldn’t it be better to eat and die in Jincheng?
Even if it’s not good, why not just do some free work in Longyou?
On the other hand, Xue Niang looked a little nervous when she heard that Alang wanted to go to Liangzhou with her clan members:
“Alang, although there is brother’s tribe in Liangzhou, it has been separated, just in case...”
Liu Liang, however, waved his hand nonchalantly: "There is no such thing as an emergency. I have my own sense of discretion and can rest assured."
Two years ago, Liu Liang had been drinking with Bald Pigu and Bald Khotan for more than half a year. How could Liu Liang not see what they had in mind?
Others think that the Bald Hair Department is hedging its bets, but Liu Liang knows that the materials he has handled in the past two years have been tilted towards the Bald Hair Department.
Besides, the bald Khotan said he ran away to Liangzhou, but before he went to Liangzhou, he made a special trip to Longyou.
Given Feng Wenhe’s ruthlessness, if the bald man really dared to take advantage of him while still swinging around, he would have been eaten to the bone long ago.
The chief steward of the Han labor force, is this just talk?
If you don’t believe me, ask the barbarians in the south.
Looking at Liu Liang with a pair of beastly eyes, but with a confident expression, Xue Niang didn’t know what to say, so she could only nod in agreement:
“Yes, I know.”
Liu Liang in Xiping was thinking about sweet dreams, but Cao Rui, who visited Xuchang eastward, found his dreams shattered.
The news that Cao Zhen's 100,000-strong army under Xiaoguan was defeated by Feng Yong with 20,000 troops was like a bolt from the blue, hitting Cao Rui until his eyesight went black.
"Feng Thief, I will peel off his skin and eat your flesh!"
Cao Rui thought that his plan that he had carefully laid out for two years was wiped out by Feng Thief's 20,000 troops.
He only felt the blood in his chest churning, and finally couldn't help but let out a "wow" and vomited out a large mouthful of blood. His body swayed, he could no longer hold up, and fell to the ground.
The chamberlain, ministers, and guards who were following him suddenly became confused: "Your Majesty, Your Majesty!"
“Serve the doctor, serve the doctor!”
…
Cao Rui's eastward tour to Xuchang this time was ostensibly to prevent Sun Quan from interacting with the Shu people from the east, but in fact he came here to relax.
Because he knew very well that Sun Quan had no chance to cause trouble to Wei at this time.
Over there in Luoyang, the ministers had been quarreling for a long time over Cao Zhen's plan to conquer Shu, which seemed really disturbing.
In order to move the thrones of Emperor Gao, Emperor Wu, Emperor Wen and others to Luoyang in Yecheng, he originally wanted to take the opportunity to build two more palaces, but was dissuaded by the ministers.
Most importantly, the defeat of Qianfan Shiting caused many soldiers to flee.
According to the laws of Wei, the wives and daughters of the fleeing soldiers were confiscated and put into official positions and redistributed to other soldiers.
Cao Rui asked his favorite minister Lian Zhao to choose the one with outstanding color in advance and quietly placed it in Xuchang.
Part of the purpose of his coming here this time was for these women.
Without the interference of the ministers, Cao Rui was so happy these days, how could he have any restraint?
While he was so happy, he was also planning to go back and slap the officials in the face when the news of the great victory in Guanzhong came.
Unexpectedly, the news of a great victory did not arrive, but the news of a great defeat came.
He had been short of energy and blood these past few days, and his breath was disordered on the spot. He couldn't breathe and fainted immediately.
Fortunately, the accompanying doctor revived him, but because his blood was weak, he lay on the bed for several days before he regained his breath.
Recalling that the ministers in front of him had advised him not to attack Shu easily, Cao Rui felt even more shameless to face the ministers in Luoyang.
Humoured, Cao Rui excused himself to being ill and stayed at home all day. Whenever something happened, he only allowed his favored minister Lian Zhao to come in and report.
It's just that the news of Cao Zhen's defeat in Guanzhong had already caused an uproar in Luoyang, and there were many rumors that Chang'an had been lost, which made people in Luoyang panic.
Cao Rui's autism made the accompanying ministers worried and anxious. They came to greet him every day and only wanted to see Cao Rui, but Lian Zhao blocked them.
Among the Wei officials, Yang Fu was the most upright, and even Cao Rui respected him.
He was also on this trip, and he saw that the news coming from Luoyang every day became more and more complicated.
In anger, he reached out and pulled out the long sword from the guard's waist, pointed the sword at Lian Zhao and cursed:
"You are a traitor to the country if you don't dissuade His Majesty and still block our audience! If you can dissuade Your Majesty today, just do it. If you fail, I will punish you here and enter the Holy Land on your own!"
Lian Zhao looked at Yang Fu's stern expression, as if he really wanted to kill himself, so he didn't dare to neglect, so he had to go inside and report to Cao Rui.
With Yang Fu making trouble, Cao Rui had no choice but to meet with the minister.
Under the persuasion of the minister, Cao Rui agreed to set off back to Luoyang as soon as possible to calm people's hearts.
Then Liu Fang, the supervisor of the Zhongshu, and Sun Zi, the Zhongshu Ling, who were in charge of the secrets, quickly took the opportunity to present the news sent from Guanzhong.
After Cao Rui finished reading, his expression changed drastically, and he was silent for a long time. Finally, he looked at his confidants beside the couch:
“There is turmoil in Guanzhong, but Grand Sima is ill in Chang’an and is unable to govern. It’s really God’s will not bless the Wei Dynasty!”
“Your Majesty, please send a general to Chang’an quickly to assist the Chief Sima!”
Yang Fu said decisively.
“The Grand Sima has submitted a memorial, recommending the General to go to Chang’an to replace him.”
Cao Rui hesitated for a moment, and then asked the ministers: "Do you think the general can take on this important task?"
Usually, many ministers say that Sima Yi is loyal and upright and a minister of the country.
Cao Rui also asked Chen Jiao, the minister, to order, but Chen Jiao said: "The hope of the imperial court; the country is unknown."
This is the reason why Cao Rui is hesitant. After all, Chen Jiao is also a direct minister.
Everyone looked at each other in shock, but did not dare to speak easily.
If Da Sima is really seriously ill, the general is the most important minister. If he jumps out and says that the general is not good, wouldn't he dig a hole to bury himself?
Besides, Guanzhong is a hot spot now. Who is sure that they can stop the Shu people?
If you easily recommend others to go there, you will make them feel resentful.
Now that the Great Sima has taken the initiative to ask the General to succeed him, it is really the most appropriate thing.
Sun Zi calmly kicked Liu Fang, and Liu Fang glanced at Sun Zi slightly, and the two of them knew each other instantly.
Liu Fang finally stood up:
"Your Majesty, Guanzhong is a barrier of Wanluo. The Governor of Guanzhong cannot go there unless he has a high position or a person who knows military affairs. Looking at our great Wei Dynasty, the person who has this qualification must be the general."
“I second the proposal.”
Sun Zi also stood up and said, "Your Majesty, please forgive me for speaking frankly. In the past few years, we in the Wei Dynasty have not been able to fight with Shu in numbers. Only the generals have not only been undefeated, but have won small victories."
“Therefore, in my opinion, the general is indeed the most suitable candidate.”
The two were veterans of three dynasties, and had always been in charge of secrets. They were the most trusted ministers of the Cao family for three generations.
Since both of them said so, and the great Sima also wanted to belong to Sima Yi, Cao Rui no longer had any doubts.
Before the ministers came in and saw the emperor, they were worried about the emperor's condition. However, they didn't expect that now it seemed that he was still as decisive as before, and their worries were finally relieved.
After Cao Rui returned to Luoyang, news came from Guanzhong that the Shu captives only sent people to stay in Anding and had no intention of marching eastward.
What's more important is that Feng Thief has already led the army back to Longyou.
Hearing that Feng thief had calmed down, the people of Luoyang finally calmed down.
When people are at peace, they are in the mood to talk about the various rumors about the battle between Wei and Shu.
The most talked about among them is that it turns out that Feng Thief has long been known as the King of Ghosts in Shu. He is a person who understands yin and yang and knows ghosts and gods.
In this battle, he drove the ghost cavalry to clear the way and destroyed Da Sima's camp.
The legend of eating human flesh, drinking human blood, and dominating thousands of women at night has finally been uncovered.
A group of people were talking happily, but someone next to them retorted:
"The theory that Feng Guiwang drives ghost cavalry is too ridiculous. My wife's brother Congxiong has some connections in Hanzhong. It's a coincidence. I just returned to Luoyang from Guanzhong a few days ago."
"I heard what he said. During the battle at Xiaoguan, someone actually secretly communicated with the Shu people and told the Shu people about the arrangements of the Great Sima army. Therefore, the Shu people took the opportunity to find an empty place and attacked the Great Sima camp..."
“Absurd! It’s ridiculous to think that the Great Sima has an army of 100,000. Besides the Great Sima, who else has such ability and knows the layout of the entire army?”
However, the man who got the news from his wife’s brother smiled contemptuously:
"Ignorant person, do you know that before Da Sima was defeated by Xiao Guan, someone in Anding had surrendered Feng Thief?"
Aren’t you talking nonsense?
Feng Thief has descended on Anding, someone will definitely descend on him...
The guy who was despised was not in a hurry. Instead, he snorted and sneered:
"Anding is guarded by a large number of soldiers from the Wei Dynasty. Do you know how many days it took Feng Thief to attack Anding?"
"Feng Thief settled down so quickly, doesn't it mean that the soldiers he led were not ordinary soldiers?"
Someone else interrupted on the other side.
"Fart! No matter how powerful he is, can't we, the generals of the Wei Dynasty, still not know how to defend the city? How can we expect to be defeated by the wind?"
The guy who claimed to be well-informed said frothing at the mouth, "The time it takes to walk from Xiaoguan to Linjing is the time it takes for Feng Thief to take An Ding. Isn't this a sign of failure?"
When everyone heard this, they secretly thought that Wei's elite soldiers were not weak. They couldn't defeat Feng in the field. Could it be that they couldn't defend the city as well?
This Feng thief walked all the way and immediately got off the stable. There is something weird in this, there must be something weird!
"Could it be that someone secretly communicated with the Shu people in advance and surrendered the city?"
“Nonsense! You only know that An Ding’s guard was originally Xiahou Ba, but do you know where he is now?”
“Where?”
“At this time, he is living happily in Hanzhong. A few days ago, he followed the Queen of Shu’s car to Dingjun Mountain in Hanzhong..."
"At that time, Thief Feng was leading the army to **** him. Someone saw it with his own eyes. Thief Feng called his uncle in public! You say there is nothing strange in this. Who believes it?"
Feng Thief was already a hot topic in Luoyang, but now he learned that he actually called Uncle Xiahou Ba in public.
Suddenly everyone exploded.
Thinking of An Ding's surrender to the Feng thief, of Xiaoguan's army of 100,000 soldiers being defeated by the Feng thief, and of Xiahou Ba actually being able to follow the Queen of Shu's chariot...
"Xiahou Ba, Xiahou Mao, Xiahou Xuan! You Xiahou clan are really trying to rebel!"
In the palace, Cao Rui was furious, smashed several beloved tea sets, and cursed angrily.
The news came from Soochow that Yin Fan got acquainted with the important ministers of Wu State, and finally tried to cause chaos a month ago to disrupt the Wu State court, but was unable to escape. Now his life and death are unknown.
On the Jingzhou side, the Wuxi barbarian rebellion has been reduced to Wuling County by the Wu people. It is estimated that it will be put down in another month or two.
As for using Mrs. Guo's family to get the wealthy Xiping clan to rebel in response to Da Sima's invasion of Long, it can be seen from the fact that Feng Thief is in Hanzhong and not Longyou. In nine cases out of ten, it was a failure.
Most of the arrangements of the Wei Dynasty in Wu and Shu were almost completely exposed this time, and they were exposed in vain, without any effect.
There is always someone responsible for all of this.
Cao Rui thought that his previous plan had been arranged perfectly, so it was definitely not his fault.
As soon as the news about Xiahou Ba came out, Cao Rui almost immediately believed that he was the culprit of this defeat.
Xiahou Dun's son Xiahou Mao secretly sold the grain stored in Guanzhong, causing the army to be unable to support Longyou in time.
Xia Houxuan, the son of Xia Houshang, was one of the core figures in the flashy case. He also opposed his appointment of Mao as his queen and looked down on the queen's younger brother in public. What's the difference between this and contempt for himself?
I thought that Xiahou Yuan's lineage was quite respectable, but I didn't expect that Xiahou Ba would actually collude with the Shu people!
"Three sects in one clan, none of them are good! I will punish them, punish them!"
Cao Rui said bitterly.
“Your Majesty, King Dong’a has sent a memorial...”
Lian Zhao, the only one who could come in at this time, said cautiously.
“What does he want to do again? Does he want to laugh at me?”
Cao Rui said angrily.
(End of this chapter)