Cheng Yu could be considered a handsome middle-aged man. He was tall and had good facial features. His meticulously groomed beard gave him the image of a wise man. However, his eyes were as calm as an ancient well, but they contained endless wisdom. Clearly, he was not a simple person.
"I've long heard of Mister's great name, and seeing you today, you're indeed extraordinary.”Meng Lin welcomed him with surprise. From afar, he smiled and bowed."Junior Lin Meng greets Mister Cheng Yu.”
Cheng Yu seemed to be a little overwhelmed by Lin Meng's enthusiasm. He quickly bowed and said,"General, you are too polite. I admire your great reputation. Now that I have nowhere else to go, I would like to ask you to give me a bite of rice.”
Cheng Yu's straightforwardness surprised Meng Lin, but he was also ecstatic.
"Mr. Cheng Yu, you're very capable. I, Lin Meng, would be glad to receive your help. But I'm curious, why did you choose me?" he asked in surprise. Although I've conquered the Eastern Tomb and gained some fame in Xu Prefecture, I'm still far from being able to compete with the world's most powerful figures.”
"General is really straightforward. Actually, although I knew about General's deeds before, I didn't plan to join General at all.”Cheng Yu replied honestly," It's just that Niece Wenji has been writing letters to persuade me and saying a lot of good things about the general. I happen to have nothing to do, so I might as well come over and take a look."”
"After coming to the Eastern Tomb, I realized that the commoners here are living a peaceful life under the protection of the general. After I learned more about the general's past, I realized that the general was very to my liking. He was just ruthless enough, so I decided to come.”
Meng Lin smiled gratefully at Cai Wenji. It turned out that this was the result of her hard work. She had given Meng Lin such a genius. Meng Lin was very touched.
"It's for the best that Mister is willing to help me. In the future, Mister will be the main registrar of my army.”Meng Lin said excitedly.
Cheng Yu's eyes lit up. He didn't expect Lin Meng to trust him so much.
He knelt on the ground and said,"Cheng Yu greets my lord."”
"Congratulations to host for subduing a mastermind. Top strategist, military planning ability: 85. Administrative Affairs: 93. Skills: Unknown. Loyalty: 30."
The Unparalleled System's words made Lin Meng a little depressed. It seemed that there was still a long way to go before he could completely subdue Cheng Yu.
"Sir, please sit down. Someone serve the wine. I want to welcome you.”Meng Lin laughed.
Cheng Yu hurriedly said," My lord, you're too polite. Cheng Yu doesn't deserve it. Just call him by his name in the future." I have a plan that can help you occupy this land of Xu Prefecture and lay the strongest foundation for your future prospects.”
Meng Lin's eyes lit up and he asked,""May I ask what plan Mister has? Please speak."
Cheng Yu took a sip of wine and said unhurriedly,""The lord's current situation seems to be very good, but in fact, there is a hidden killing intent. This Yellow Turban thief was like a grasshopper after autumn. He wouldn't be able to jump around for long. All the vassals in the world were fighting back against the Yellow Turban thief. They could at most hold on for a year and a half. The entire Xu Prefecture would eventually return to Tao Qian's hands. At that time, he would mobilize the entire prefecture's strength to kill you. You would not be able to resist with the strength of a few counties.”
"That's true." Meng Lin smiled." I've thought about it before, and that's why I didn't want to attack the Yellow Turban Army. They helped me attract most of the firepower. How do you think we should break out of this situation, sir?"”
"Kill Tao Qian." Cheng Yu said with a sinister smile.
Cai Wenji was so shocked that her wine glass almost fell to the ground. Meng Lin couldn't help but laugh."Sir is indeed ruthless. I like it. Continue.”
"My lord is not surprised? It seemed that the lord had long planned to get rid of Tao Qian.”Cheng Yu laughed,"It's just that we can't kill Tao Qian ourselves, we have to borrow Liu Bei's hands."”
"Liu Bei looks honest, but he is actually very fake. He is also very ambitious. Only his two brothers take him seriously. As long as the lord cripples him, he will definitely return to Tao Qian's side. Then, we will instigate him a little and this guy will dare to kill Tao Qian.”
"Old Tao Qian died in Liu Bei's hands. When the time comes, my lord will rise up and take down Xuzhou in the name of avenging Tao Qian and defeat the Yellow Turban bandits. At that time, my lord will be the ruler of Xuzhou.”
The more Meng Lin listened, the happier he became. In the end, he couldn't help but clap his hands and cheer.
This Cheng Yu was indeed vicious and ruthless. In the real history, Tao Qian was actually killed by Liu Bei, and Liu Bei also seized Xuzhou. Now that Cheng Yu could think of such a move, it could be seen that he had true ability.
"Impressive." Meng Lin smiled." I'm very satisfied with your abilities, sir. However, I only have Dongling County as my territory for the time being. Moreover, there are all kinds of people here. I hope you can help me take care of it." As for Liu Bei and the others, they are still not worthy of being mentioned. Since ancient times, it has always been the monarch who chooses his subjects, and the subjects who choose their monarch. If I, Lin Meng, do not have the ability to deal with Liu Bei, I am afraid that you will not sincerely submit to me.”
"If that's the case, then I'll cripple Liu Bei myself. Even if it's to let Teacher experience my methods, it'll also strengthen your own beliefs.”
Cheng Yu looked at Lin Meng with admiration. He felt that his choice was right.
It was easy to talk to smart people. The more they talked, the more congenial they became. In the end, even Cai Wenji could not interrupt and could only helplessly pour wine at the side.
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After the banquet, Meng Lin introduced all his subordinates to Cheng Yu, and Cheng Yu quickly took over the administrative affairs of Dongling County. Things that others thought were messy, such as refugee settlement, fighting, stealing, taxation, and security, were all handled by him in an orderly manner.
The entire Dongling County City had been in chaos since the influx of so many people. The streets were filled with refugees who could not be settled and rubbish was everywhere. However, Cheng Yu had only been in office for three days, and the county town had taken on a new look. It had become completely different.
After inspecting, Lin Meng couldn't help but sigh. This Cheng Yu was indeed a talent. Dongling County City had regained its vitality in his hands.
Meng Lin's plan to deal with the Liu brothers was also being carried out closely. At least Meng Lin had guessed their plan and redeployed his troops.
Now, they were just waiting for Liu Bei to jump out.
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