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Chapter 645

Although Li Zicheng has never been able to ascertain Luo Ruming's true intention for coming here, he can be sure of one thing, that is, Luo Ruming definitely did not come here for no reason, and there must be some discord between Cao Cao and Zhang Xianzhong.

Therefore, he decided to follow the advice of military adviser Song Xiance, and designed to break up the partnership between Luo Rucai and Zhang Xianzhong, trying to pull Luo Rucai to his side.

Therefore, he repeatedly told the generals of the old battalion: In addition to showing warm hospitality to Luo Ruming and the [-] cavalrymen who came with him, they should not talk about Cao Ying's shortcomings in front of them, especially when talking about Cao Shuai's current affairs. Appear to be extra respectful and say more words of praise and admiration.

In the past few days, he often took Luo Ruming out of the village to watch the drills of the camps, and even saw the military workshops built in the mountains.

Chuang Wang's wife, Gao Guiying, also met Luo Ruming in the back house of the old camp. As a sister-in-law, she first gave him some high-quality silk and jewelry, and even stated that the jewelry was a meeting gift for his "siblings".

In addition, Gao Guiying also specially selected some exquisite jewelry and jade objects, saying that they were gifts for Luo Rucai and other "sisters-in-laws" who were asked to pass them on.

Luo Ruming lived in Funiu Mountain for three full days before he bid farewell to Chuang Wang Li Zicheng, saying that he would return to Huguang Caoying to report to Luo Rucai the next day.

Naturally, it was inconvenient for King Chuang to force him to stay, so he asked Wu Ruyi to present 200 taels of silver to Luo Ruming, and another 300 taels of silver and [-] bolts of silk to reward the cavalry soldiers who came with him.

A banquet was scheduled to be held that night to see Luo Ruming and the two hundred knights off.

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Before the dinner, Li Zicheng quietly asked Niu Jinxing and Song Xiance to say something at the banquet that he hoped that Cao Shuai would come to Henan and join King Chuang as one, so that they could work together to build a great cause together, and test Luo Ruming's reaction .

During the banquet, Liu Zongmin, Gao Yigong and other accompanying generals also echoed their words and showed great enthusiasm.

But Luo Ruming always laughed and didn't answer, or directly said "Wang Gu said about him", which diverted the topic to other places.

Li Zicheng kept watching Luo Ruming's words and expressions secretly under the candlelight, and even cursed in his heart: "What a fucking glass monkey!"

However, he didn't show his heart, but said with a smile to Song Xiance and the others: "What are you in a hurry for? If Brother Rucai can't come this year, he can come next year. He can come whenever he wants, don't force it." .

Although I am a person without virtue and incompetence, I have a sincere heart. I dare not invite Cao Shuai by force, but just let it go. "

During the dinner party, everyone didn't drink too much, after the banquet, Li Zicheng invited Luo Ruming into the study, and at the same time kept Gao Yigong, the three chatted casually in the study.

Li Zicheng cleverly talked about the customs and customs in Mizhi, his hometown, and the changes in personnel over the past few years, as well as his youthful life with Luo Rucai, how they sworn brothers, how they raised their own troops, how they went to attack Fengyang together, etc. As for the discord between him and Rucai, he never mentioned a word.

Gao Yigong was not from Mizhi, so he didn't know much about Luo Rucai's rebellion, but when he talked about what happened after the rebellion, he often interrupted, and then he said a lot of words to praise Luo Rucai and the generals of Cao Ying.

Just talking about it late into the night like this, Luo Ruming couldn't hold it back, and he took the initiative to test Li Zicheng: "Brother Li, you and Zhang Jingxuan are also friends, what do you think of Zhang Shuai?"

A smile flickered from the corner of Li Zicheng's mouth, and he thought: You couldn't hold back after all!
But he said with a smile on his face: "Jingxuan, he has many strengths, but there is only one shortcoming, you probably understand it, so I don't need to say more."

Luo Ruming looked slightly nervous, and he asked, "What's the shortcoming?"

"I can't tolerate people!"

Li Zicheng secretly watched Luo Ruming's expression change, and then added: "However, he still respects my brother Cao, and he will not be domineering or jealous towards Brother Cao."

Luo Ruming continued to tease him: "Brother Li, if Jingxuan comes to Henan, can you accommodate him?"

Li Zicheng replied without hesitation: "Why can't I tolerate him? Friends, you should think more about the words 'to help each other', and things will be easier."

Luo Ruming beat the snake with the stick and asked: "But as the saying goes, 'One trough can't hold two donkeys'!"

Li Zicheng said with a smile: "I can tie three donkeys to the trough here. The more the better."

"Hahaha……"

After Li Zicheng finished speaking, he and Luo Ruming laughed together.

They then chatted about some irrelevant gossip, and then they heard the drums beating the third watch outside. Luo Ruming got up and said goodbye, "Brother Li, it's getting late, we should rest. Tomorrow I have to go back to Huguang."

But Li Zicheng grabbed him and said: "It's good to have a rest. Talking about my youthful past with Rucai, it's late into the night before you know it!
Ru Ming, there is no need to go back to your residence, so as not to disturb others, just sleep in this study, I usually sleep here, so it is convenient for reading and doing things.There are ready-made quilts here, you might as well just sleep on the same bed with me. "

Luo Ruming was a little flattered and said: "But Brother Li, you are King Chuang, and I am just a small person in Cao Ying, how dare I sleep on your bed!"

Li Zicheng waved his hand and said, "Don't say that again. Brother Rucai is worshiping me. You are like my brother. We are old friends. Don't say that you are a little man in Cao Ying. ?

Tonight, you will sleep on this bed with me, you are not allowed to get angry! "

Gao Yigong was anxious on the sidelines, he gave Li Zicheng winks a few times, but he didn't get any attention, the matter has come to this point, he can only step forward to hold Luo Ruming's hand and say: "Ru Ming, you still come to my house Let’s sleep in the place, but it’s much more comfortable than here, why bother to squeeze into the same bed?”

Li Zicheng pretended to be unhappy and said: "Yigong, you go. I will sleep on the same bed with Ruming, and I can talk more about my confidant. You go quickly!"

Seeing that Li Zicheng had made up his mind, Gao Yigong knew that he would not be persuaded, so he had no choice but to withdraw as he said.

When he came outside, he still felt uneasy, so he secretly told the guards on duty to take care of everything, but it was inconvenient to explain the words clearly.

After Gao Yigong left, he didn't go back to the residence directly, but went to wake up Wu Ruyi and Li Shuangxi, and told them about the fact that Chuang Wang left Luo Ruming to sleep with him, and they were also surprised.

Li Shuangxi even wanted to go to the study to watch the night, but Gao Yigong stopped him, he shook his head and said, "Don't offend King Chuang, just stay outside the window and listen to the movement."

Wu Ruyi also complained: "I've said it several times, this Luo Ruming was originally designed to operate assassins for Cao, so we must be more careful, but King Chuang always laughs it off and doesn't care!"

(End of this chapter)