Three Kingdoms: The rebellious son of the Cao family married the queen at the beginning

Cao Shuo, who was far away in Jizhou, was delighted to see the battle reports handed over by Xi Zhicai.

Yanzhou, Jibei Kingdom and Dongjun all became his territory.

Taking advantage of Yuan Shao's lack of time to take care of Pingyuan County, Zhao Yun wiped out the Yellow Turban Army entrenched in Gaotang County and occupied Gaotang, an important town on the south bank of the Yellow River.

"My lord, after this battle, our army took over nearly 20 civilians from Qingzhou and Yanzhou, more than [-] Yellow Turbans, and more than [-] Taishan bandits."

Xi Zhicai looked at Cao Shuo excitedly, he didn't expect them to get so many benefits by being fishermen.

Xun Yu said: "We have not only increased the population, but also obtained a lot of food, grass, and military equipment. We have also received the support of the three generals Zang Ba, Zang Rong, Sun Guan, and Wu Dun, and the Zhuge family of Langya County."

"The Yellow Turban Army in Qingzhou has helped us a lot this time, making our harvest so rich this time."

Tian Feng also had a look of joy. Jizhou's strength has improved again, making them feel that they have followed the right lord. Right now, Jizhou has become the safest place for big men. There will definitely be many hermits who will come to Jizhou to settle down in the future.

"My lord, if Cao Cao takes the opportunity to ask our army for Dongjun and Jibei Kingdom, what should we do?"

Xun You looked at Cao Shuo worriedly. Cao Cao's ambition is not small. Now that he is the shepherd of Yanzhou, he will definitely come to claim the lost land.

There are nine counties in Yanzhou, Chenliu County, Dong County, Jiyin County, Shanyang County, Rencheng State, Lu State, Dongping State, Jibei State, and Taishan County, of which Dongjun, Jibei State, and Taishan County are all in the hands of Cao Shuo.

On the other hand, Cao Cao's Yanzhou Mu is quite shameless, and more than [-]% of the territory is controlled by Cao Shuo.

"What do you want? I've helped him so much, how dare he ask for it?"

Cao Shuo would not do this kind of loss-making business. If he wants to go back, he can exchange enough supplies.

Xi Zhicai suggested: "My lord, I am worried that Cao Cao will take the opportunity to annex Henan Yin. Should our army move ahead?"

"what do y'all think?"

Cao Shuo didn't want Henan Yin, a hot potato. If he occupied Henan Yin, he would have to contact Dong Zhuo, and he would be surrounded by enemies.

"My lord, Henan Yin's food is tasteless and he is unwilling to abandon it. There is no need for us to increase our troubles!"

Xun You was not optimistic about their capture of Henan Yin. There were no chicken feathers left around Luoyang City that had been plundered by Dong Zhuo, and the imperial tombs had been robbed several times.

"My lord, I don't think Henan Yin will necessarily fall into Cao Cao's hands!"

"Oh?"

Cao Shuo looked at Xun Yu in surprise. Could there be other people interested in Henan Yin?Looking at several princes, he, Cao Cao, Liu Bei, and Liu Biao are the only ones who can reach out to Henan Yin.

Does Liu Bei want to challenge Dong Zhuo?

Xun Yu explained: "My lord, as a clan member of the Han family, Liu Bei will definitely find ways to win Henan Yin and increase his prestige among the people."

"Wen Ruo means that we also need to use this to increase prestige?"

"My lord, you can ask Gao Shun to seize the three counties of Chenggao, Xingyang, and Juan, and give Cao Cao and Liu Bei a signal that we want to occupy Henan Yin, and the two of them will quickly seize other counties in Henan Yin."

Xun Chen said: "I agree with Wen Ruo's suggestion, we only need to occupy the counties along the Yellow River."

"Okay, Zhicai, tell Gao Shun to send people to seize these counties and move all the remaining people to the north of the Yellow River. We will only use the south bank for military training."

"promise!"

"What do you guys think is our biggest gain from this battle?"

Cao Shuo looked at the ministers meaningfully. He had obtained so many benefits this time, but in fact, there was only one thing he valued the most.

"The prestige of the lord!"

This is the result of everyone's discussion. Whether it's soldiers, civilians, or territory, all of them are increasing Cao Shuo's prestige.

Cao Shuo shook his head and said, "It's the future!"

"My lord, what do you mean by that?" Everyone looked at Cao Shuo in puzzlement.

"Tian Yu has already returned from Yanzhou, and at the same time brought back the remnants of the Lujiang Lu family. Do you know why I accept the Lu family?"

Xun You asked: "Isn't it why you suppressed Sun Ce's strength?"

In Xun You's view, the future that Cao Shuo mentioned should refer to Sun Ce, the fierce tiger. Cao Shuo's move indirectly made Sun Ce offend two of the four major Jiangdong families, which could slow down Sun Ce's pace of dominating Jiangdong.

Cao Shuo smiled disdainfully, and said: "Sun Ce is very brave. He claims to be the little overlord of Jiangdong, and he is comparable to Xiang Yu. However, his character is too strong. Compared with his father, Sun Jian, he lacks some means. As the saying goes, too strong is easy to break. It will become a hindrance to our army."

Tian Feng asked in puzzlement: "Then why does my lord ask such a question?"

"The Lu family has a son who is talented and intelligent, and his future achievements may not lose to everyone present."

"Who?"

The big guys became interested in an instant, no wonder the lord had to go all the way to Lujiang County to pick up someone, so it turned out there was another purpose.

"The grandson of Lu Kang and Lu Yu, Lu Xun!"

"Lu Xun?"

Xi Zhicai was very surprised, he didn't expect the lord to inquire about the affairs of Yangzhou when he was in Jizhou, but his Jin Yiwei didn't have any information about this, could it be that the lord is secretly operating other forces?
Cao Shuo said thoughtfully, "This son is only seven years old. I wonder which military advisor would like to accept him as an apprentice?"

"what?"

Everyone wiped off a cold sweat, seven years old, seven years old, how did you find out, my lord?
Xun You said: "I have two sons, both of whom are intelligent. The eldest son Xun Ji is 13 years old, and the second son Xun Shi is [-] years old. They are about the same age as Lu Xun. Let him stay with me."

What Xun You meant was that one or two are both teachings, and it doesn't matter if there is one more.

"Okay, then I will make the decision for Lu Yu and let Lu Xun learn from you, Gongda."

"Thank you my lord!"

The young genius that Cao Shuo talked about was preempted by Xun You, and they all felt very regretful.

"Don't worry, gentlemen, there are more!"

"and also?"

Xun Yu, Tian Feng, Xun Chen, Xi Zhicai and others looked at Cao Shuo eagerly. Could it be that the lord snatched more than one person?Then the Gu family also has geniuses?
"Sima Yi, the second son of Sima Fang, the prefect of Qinghe Kingdom, is as talented as Lu Xun. He is 11 years old this year. Zhicai has no children. How about taking him in as a foster son?"

There is absolutely no need to question Xi Zhicai's loyalty to him, and it is perfect for him to train Sima Yi.

"Yoshiko?"

Xi Zhicai was stupefied, he didn't expect the lord to appoint a trainer this time, is there anything special about this Sima Yi?
Cao Shuo waved to Xi Zhicai, and Xi Zhicai came to Cao Shuo's side. Cao Shuo whispered in his ear:

"This son's aptitude is extraordinary, above Lu Xun's, but he is a wolf, you have to train him carefully!"

Xi Zhicai glanced at Cao Shuo gratefully. Cao Shuo dared to say that to him, which showed that Cao Shuo had great trust in him.

"The subordinate understands, and must teach carefully!"