"Do you still need help?" The generals smiled.
Instantly, he felt much more at ease.
"This Xu Zhen seems to be good at war and eating more, but his ability to govern the territory is not necessarily the same.”
"That's right, how many rebel soldiers can Yingchuan have to deal with him? If they really wanted to clean it up, they would have to change people to be good at maintaining public order.”
"That's good. I think the people of the four clans will soon quarrel with Xu Zhen. At that time, we'll go and exchange.”
The clan relatives whispered among themselves, their faces full of smiles.
This situation couldn't be clearer. Xu Zhen wasn't good at negotiating, and he didn't have a noble background or fame.
If he couldn't gain the favor of the gentry just by relying on his military achievements, then the Xun, Zhong, and Chen families all had officials under Cao Cao.
Among them, the Xun family has the most.
Now that the aristocrats of Yanzhou had completely fallen, the Xun family was the largest.
How could Xu Zhen offend Xun Yu and Xun You?
If the nobles in the territory were all gone, the lord would definitely lose a large number of talents. At that time, not only would he not have any credit, but he would also have committed a great crime.
These generals had no enmity with Xu Zhen, but most of them had grudges.
Because they had all suffered losses at Xu Zhen's hands, in terms of battle results, they were extremely jealous, but they could not compare to him at all.
Now that she heard about his situation, she was extremely happy.
Cao Cao ignored these whispers and continued to speak to Liu Bei,""I have already sent a letter. The appointment from the Imperial Court will arrive in the spring of next year. You can govern Runan and quell the rebellion. You can implement a benevolent policy and face Yingchuan.”
Cao Cao's understanding was very simple and clear. The two places were directly adjacent to each other, and a river ran through the north and south.
As long as they were in the same corner, there would be no internal chaos, and the public order would be harmonious. Internal affairs would be developed.
At the same time, the two of them had different surnames, so they could balance each other without being related.
"I understand that with the people as the foundation, we can govern the region. Runan has not yet pacified the internal strife, so I will naturally do my best.”
He had not sent any officials to Yuzhou yet, so he had to make the arrangements himself.
As for Xu Prefecture, it was simple.
It would be good to continue Tao Qian's previous practice. Xu Prefecture ruled Xu Prefecture, and the aristocrats and Cao Bao kept each other in check.
" Meng De." Xiahou Dun stood up and bowed deeply to Cao Cao."If Yi Feng is unable to take down the Shi clan, I can go and discuss with the Xun clan.”
As soon as he said this, all the civil and military officials looked at him.
Although Xiahou Dun's surname wasn't Cao, the Xiahou family was no different from the Cao family. They were both clan generals.
He, Xiahou Yuanrang, was a heavyweight among the clan relatives.
There was no need to think too much about the meaning of this sentence. If he went, it would represent Cao Cao's identity. The Xun family would definitely support him fully.
But why did he do this?
"Brother? What are you doing?"
Xiahou Yuan winked at Xiahou Dun frantically, trying to pull him to sit down, but he did not dare to make it too obvious.
If you go and help him, Yingchuan will have no reason not to.
He beat me up before!
Cao Cao looked at him blankly and did not answer.
"Yuan Rang, what do you mean by this?"
"Meng De, I want to return the favor. When Puyang was lost to Lu Bu, if it wasn't for his letter, I would have attacked Puyang in a hurry. This person predicted that Lu Bu would retreat soon, so he only needed to defend and not attack.”
"Now that he's busy, I can return the favor.”
Xiahou Dun's words were sonorous and powerful. Clearly, he had already thought it through.
He had been very strict in his military life, and he was also very strict with his own requirements.
Most of the property he obtained was rewarded to the soldiers under his command. He set an example for the internal affairs and never disobeyed orders.
Now that he owed Xu Zhen a favor, he naturally wanted to return it.
"Oh, Yuan Rang, there's no need for you to go."
Cao Cao shook his head coldly.
"You don't have to go. Just guard East County. In the next year, we still need to recruit soldiers, buy horses, and accumulate military rations. Although Xu Prefecture has fallen, there are still strong enemies around.”
Cao Cao rejected Xiahou Dun.
For a moment, the clan relatives felt at ease. Xiahou Yuanrang's prestige was extremely high, and he was the pillar of the Xiahou clan. He should be able to take over Yuzhou and not lead the battle.
After the banquet ended, the few of them stayed behind to continue their discussion with Cao Cao. Most of them quickly left the government office and returned to their respective residences.
Liu Bei and Jian Yong were walking on the inner city road, somewhat surprised.
"Why did Cao Cao send me to Yuzhou? And it's Runan."
" My lord." Jian Yong walked to the side with his hands behind his back. He had a long beard and a refined and proud expression. He was Liu Bei's childhood friend and was good at eloquence.
At this moment, he put his hands behind his back and smiled." Cao Gong is a prefect with a foreign surname. He elected him to lead Yuzhou. In fact, it is to check and balance his subordinates. We will offend the local aristocrats and the Cao family will take over.”
"But at the same time, he also gave us a chance. If we can govern Yuzhou well, then we will really give these people with foreign surnames a chance to govern Yuzhou at will.”
"We are like this, and so is Xu Zhen.”
"Yes, but there are not many rebellions in Yuzhou. We just need to carry out internal affairs and recruit refugees.”
"Compared to Xuzhou, it's much more stable.”
"We are going from East County. We should first go to Yingchuan, then go south to Runan. Since we are passing by, let's go see this General Xu.”
"Alright."
……
In the winter.
During the coldest time, the road was already blocked.
He was finally received. This time, he had been standing outside for a long time.
Rumors spread throughout Xu County, saying that Xu Zhen did not need the gentry, and that two wealthy merchants from Xu Prefecture, the Sun and Mi families, had sold their property to support him.
They were preparing to build Xu County.
This made Miss Chen even more restless. She could only ask to see him many times and finally saw him today.
At this moment, Chen Qun and Xu Zhen were sitting opposite each other.
When he saw this young general up close, Chen Qun could not believe it.
He was very refined and quiet, looking like someone who had learned from the younger generation and was treated with courtesy. Even if he could rise to the top in the future, he would only become a gentleman like Xun Wenruo.
This was completely different from killing Yu Du, killing Zhang Miao, and entering Xuzhou alone to save Cao Song.
"My lord."
"Well, tell me. You seem to have wanted to see me for a long time.”Xu Zhen leaned against the back of his seat and sat casually. His hair was not tied up and he was even yawning.
"This one wishes to find a job in the government office. These are the policy papers, classics, and scholarly letters that this one has written.”
Chen Qun bowed deeply and did not say anything else. With the current situation, there was no need to choose a tree to live in. If there was no choice, in a period of time, the entire Xu County would probably not remember the Chen family. The slaves in the family were already in turmoil.
Just the fact that the plan for next year's spring plowing had not been released and was only circulating was enough to make the people excited.
Although this lord did not have a noble background or a reputation for benevolence and political achievements, he was too rich.
With the two families 'assets, where did the charisma come from?
" Oh, I'm looking for a job." Xu Zhen sat up with a conflicted expression."Big brother, why didn't you come earlier?”
"What positions are left?"
"I've already arranged everything from agriculture to irrigation. They're all from the Humble Class. How am I going to explain this to my brothers?"
"Go, go, go home."
Xu Zhen waved his hand, his expression becoming more and more impatient.
I've been waiting for you at the government office for more than a month, and no one has come to visit you. You still want me to visit you at the clan?!
He didn't even want his face anymore.
When Chen Qun heard this, his expression changed slightly. However, he did not stand up and continued to place the letter on the table.
Then he let out a long sigh and said," There are now more than ten thousand scholars in Yingchuan. Excluding those who are slaves, there are more than three thousand people. They are the children and family members of officials who entered the official career back then. Many scholars were ousted after the disaster of party prohibitions, and there are also young people who cannot enter the official career. Your Excellency will definitely be of use.”
"Since you have chosen Xu County, you should not let the Chen family decline. Otherwise, many scholars and students will have nothing to do and can only leave. If they leave and go elsewhere, wouldn't that be a loss for you?”
"Threaten me? Dian Wei! Fork it out!" Xu Zhen didn't even bother to talk to him. He directly called for people to come in. Two warriors came in and grabbed Chen Qun, intending to pull him out.
However, the late Han scholar was very strong. After he broke free, his face turned red. Then, he cupped his fists again and said to Xu Zhen,"Milord, are you going to eliminate the gentry clans in Xu County?？”
" Why Xu County?!"
This place is an ancient region with many years of culture. It is not a prosperous place. Although the terrain is flat, it is mostly farmland and roads. Why is a small Gu County torturing us?!
Go torture Yingyin and Yingyang!
The Chen clan is already miserable enough. Zhong Yao, Guo Tu, and Xun Yu are all entrusted with important tasks. There are still officials in their families. Are they bullying us?
I want to be an official too!
Xu Zhen immediately looked disgusted and leaned back." Why are you so sticky? When we came, you didn't respect us, so we had to suck up to you."”
"Oh, I should beg your father, Chen Ji, oh, no, I should beg your grandfather, Chen Shi, to feel alive. I should beg him to think of a way to cast the golden rain for me, so that we can bring our soldiers to kowtow and offer incense to him during the New Year, right?”
When Xu Zhen said this, Chen Qun fell silent.
His expression slowly changed from vivid to angry. He waved his hand and said," Get lost! Hurry up and scram! If you don't want to be an official, then get lost. There are many people who want to be an official.”
"If you want an official position, let your father do it. You're not enough!”
Xu Zhen waved his hand again. This time, the two guards did not let go. They grabbed Chen Qun tightly and dragged him out.
After a long time, after Chen Qun's figure disappeared, Guo Jia slowly approached and bowed deeply to Xu Zhen.
He calmly said," The Chen family should be in chaos now. After the party was banned, they no longer went out to be an official and thus distanced themselves from the official career. If we do this, we can anger Chen Ji."”
"Next, we just need to trust the people and Xu County will support us. Chen Ji won't let the Chen family's reputation decline, so he will definitely come to see you.”
Xu Zhen waved his hand in boredom." None of this is important. What did you tell me about Chen Ji last time?”
"Yuanfang," Guo Jia said.
Xu Zhen chuckled." I'm interested in this."”
"Why is Milord laughing?"
Guo Jia frowned.
"It's nothing. I just remembered something happy.”
This book is provided by FunNovel Novel Book | Fan Fiction Novel [Beautiful Free Novel Book]