noffsinger Chapter 393 Coup to Kill Cao Cao? What are the consequences of Yun's fury?
Chapter 393 Coup to Kill Cao Cao? What are the consequences of Yun's fury?
"what?"
"Strange, almost an hour has passed, and my second brother still hasn't arrived?"
An hour later, Gongsun Gong and the others also became somewhat anxious.
Gongsun Du had a feeling of unease in his heart.
But just as the two were wondering where Gongsun Kang had gone, he appeared on the street not far away.
"Second brother, come here quickly!"
Gongsun Gong waved to Gongsun Kang.
Gongsun Kang responded with a smile, then quickly rode his horse to Gongsun Gong and Gongsun Du's side.
"Kang'er, it's not a good day to ride a horse."
"You should hand this warhorse over to your attendant later."
Gongsun Du said to Gongsun Kang.
"Yes, I understand. Thank you for reminding me, Father."
Gongsun Kang responded to him expressionlessly.
Gongsun Du vaguely sensed something was amiss, but didn't say much for the time being, attributing it to Gongsun Kang's resentment stemming from his unwillingness to surrender.
Another half hour passed.
The scout arrived from afar to report:
"Cao Sikong's army has arrived ten miles away!"
Upon hearing this, Gongsun Du instructed his two sons:
"Minister Cao will be here soon, so you two must not be impolite."
"Also, why hasn't Yuan'er arrived yet?"
"If Minister Cao doesn't mind, that's fine, but if he mentions Yuan'er, I'm afraid it will be difficult to explain."
Gongsun Kang curled his lip:
"Why is Father so cowardly?"
“Yuan’er is still a child, it doesn’t matter whether he comes or not.”
Gongsun Du glared at Gongsun Kang.
Is this how a son talks to his father?
However, considering that Gongsun Kang was usually quite filial and had a sweet tongue, she didn't really get angry with him.
Cao Cao rode the Shadowless Horse, with Su Yu, Dian Wei, and Xu Chu beside him, and behind him were Zhao Yun, Cao Chun, Xu Huang, Taishi Ci, Gan Ning, Wei Yan, Yue Jin, Jia Xu, Xun You, and other civil and military officials from Cao Cao's camp.
As for Zhang Liao and Guo Jia, they teamed up to run the Wuhuan Royal Court instance.
"Gongsun Du pays his respects to Minister Cao!"
Gongsun Du bowed to Cao Cao.
The same was true for Gongsun Gong and Gongsun Kang behind them.
Cao Cao personally stepped forward, took Gongsun Du's hand, and comforted him.
It's mostly just empty platitudes about hard work and meritorious service, defending the country and guarding the borders.
Gongsun Du also put on a convincing performance, putting on a rather touching expression.
Subsequently, Cao Cao personally bestowed upon Gongsun Du a fine horse, indicating that Gongsun Du should ride alongside him.
This is also a way of showing respect to Gongsun Du.
after all.
This is the only chance to ride side by side.
After surrendering, he would go to Xuchang to live out his remaining years in peace.
A hint of resentment flashed in Gongsun Kang's eyes.
However, Gongsun Yuan's plan was not to attack Cao Cao here.
Therefore, he is not in a hurry at the moment.
Soon, Cao Cao and Gongsun Du arrived at the gate of Xiangping City.
Just as Gongsun Du made way for Cao Cao, signaling for him to enter the city.
Cao Cao suddenly drew the Heaven-Slaying Sword and held it to Gongsun Du's neck!
Behind him, the generals of Cao Cao's camp also raised their weapons, ready to attack Gongsun Kang and his men at any moment!
"Cao... Minister Cao, why is this?"
Gongsun Du was utterly shocked.
This shock wasn't feigned; he genuinely didn't know where he had offended Cao Cao.
"General Gongsun, you are considered my senior in the officialdom."
"But Cao has always been cautious when it comes to military operations."
"I wonder if Prefect Gongsun has ever heard of this idiom?"
"Filial son and virtuous grandson!"
"Plop!"
Gongsun Kang drew his weapon and shouted into the city:
"Do it!"
The next moment, a large number of ambushes appeared from the street, led by Gongsun Yuan.
However, Gongsun Kang himself had already been defeated by Zhao Yun in one move!
In an instant, Gongsun Du, Gongsun Gong, and Gongsun Kang were all taken hostage.
"This……"
Gongsun Du has been the local tyrant of Liaodong for so many years. If he still doesn't know what happened, then he must be getting old and senile!
Looking at his grandson Gongsun Yuan, whose eyes were filled with sharpness, Gongsun Du sighed and murmured:
"My family is unfortunate..."
Gongsun Gong also shed tears of helplessness.
If nothing happens, his father's position as one of the Nine Ministers is secure, and his appointment to the position of Minister of the Imperial Secretariat is also secure.
But now, this dramatic coup has unfolded.
Let alone the Nine Ministers and the Minister of the Imperial Secretariat, it would be good enough if the Gongsun father and son could keep their lives and not be held accountable!
Seeing Gongsun Yuan's extremely cold and indifferent expression, Su Yu felt a wicked sense of amusement.
He said to Xu Chu, who was standing beside him:
“Zhongkang, take this question to that kid Gongsun Yuan and see how he answers it.”
"Alright! Don't worry, sir, I, Xu Chu, will take care of it!"
Xu Chu took the megaphone and shouted towards Gongsun Yuan's location on the street:
"Gongsun Yuan, you brat! Your father, your grandfather, and your uncle are all prisoners of our army!"
"If you still insist on fighting our army, then their lives will be in danger!"
Upon hearing this, Gongsun Yuan revealed an expression that resembled that of the war god with a crooked mouth.
In that instant, he was almost certain that Cao Jun had chickened out!
Otherwise, they wouldn't have used those three hostages outside to intimidate him.
Just imagine, if Cao Cao came to accept the surrender, he certainly wouldn't bring too many troops to appease the people.
But Gongsun Yuan was now surrounded by loyal and righteous men from Liaodong!
What is Cao Cao, anyway?
Hostages? I, Gongsun Yuan, have no father or grandfather; I am the King of Liaodong!
The next moment.
Gongsun Yuan issued the order to attack.
then……
He then saw the 30,000 elite Cao army troops poised to attack outside the city!
Like the breaking of dawn, 30,000 Cao army cavalry swept through the city of Xiangping like autumn leaves in the wind.
Gongsun Yuan himself was captured alive by Zhao Yun on the spot!
"Unfilial piety, deserves a beating!"
Yun is furious!
After gaining Su Yu's approval, he slapped Gongsun Yuan several times across the face with both hands.
Gongsun Yuan's men were all stunned!
Damn it, you're so fair-skinned, how come you hit so hard?
With Gongsun Yuan captured alive, this farcical "Xiangping Coup" came to an end.
The penalties are as follows:
Gongsun Du was innocent, but he was implicated by his son and grandson. He lost his original position as one of the Nine Ministers and was instead appointed as the Commandant of the City Gate of Xuchang.
Gongsun Gong still entered the Ministry of Personnel, but it was considered an internship. He would only be officially hired if he passed the assessment.
Those who fail the test become commoners and must fend for themselves.
Gongsun Kang was imprisoned, and Gongsun Yuan was imprisoned.
Overall, Cao Cao's handling of the situation was merciful.
This was also to appease the local people in Liaodong.
First, they used 30,000 elite cavalry to intimidate the enemy, then offered a small reward, without completely annihilating them.
The surrender of Gongsun and his son also meant that Liaodong was completely incorporated into the territory and would soon be reorganized into Liaozhou!
……