Chapter 101 Happiness comes so suddenly
The sky was a little gloomy, and even the rain seemed to have turned gray.
There were cries all around, and everything seemed a bit too sudden.
Liu Bei was in a daze.
Tao Qian passed away suddenly in the depths of summer.
Recalling his first arrival in Xuzhou, Liu Bei felt increasingly sad.
Tao Qian treated their brothers very well, and they could be said to be very considerate.
The brothers were short of troops, so Tao Qian turned around and sent thousands of Danyang soldiers to resist Cao Cao, forcing all Cao Bao to obey his orders.
It has been entrusted to Xuzhou several times before.
All kinds of actions can show Tao Qian's trust in him.
Now, Tao Gong is dead, but he can't even see him one last time.
Xuzhou, Dongping City!
Now that Cao Cao was right next to them, Hao Meng felt that it would not be a good thing if there was a rift between Lu Bu and Liu Bei.
Mi Zhu shouted again, her voice already somewhat tragic.
He seems to have ignored the records of locusts crossing the border.
"If the general cannot supervise Xuzhou, we, the people of Xuzhou, will not be able to live in peace!"
Yes, it is extremely normal for locust plagues to occur during severe drought.
Xun Yu just treated a dead horse as a living horse doctor. He really had no experience in dealing with locusts.
The locust plague is an extremely serious matter for this era and even for future generations.
Keep Liu Bei safe for the time being. When Cao Cao's threat is lifted, Liu Bei will be nothing at all.
"Fengyi, the locusts are coming!"
Mi Zhu held up Tao Qian's last words with both hands, her voice low and her whole body trembling slightly.
Liu Bei's voice was low, but there was no intention of rejection in his words.
Nowadays, locusts have appeared throughout the Guanzhong area.
Using locusts as tax deductions will not only mobilize the enthusiasm of the people of Yanzhou to protect rice from being affected.
Inside Cao Jun’s camp.
"General?"
The entire Yanzhou farmland will face a huge crisis.
Worryingly, the entire Xuzhou, along with half of the area under his command, has been affected by the locust plague.
Thinking of the current drought situation, Xi Yu was worried that there were too few people raising poultry in Yanzhou, so he thought about it and shouted to Xun Yu.
Perhaps out of concern for Tao Qian's friendship, he should express his stance this time.
After the matter settled, Liu Bei withdrew his expression of compassion. After he calmed down, he looked at Sun Qian and Mi Zhu.
Sun Qian shouted loudly and his words were quite sincere.
The locusts in Yanzhou did not last long.
As long as it's done properly, this stuff doesn't taste bad.
Locusts are passing through!
When someone within the territory first shouted that locusts were coming.
"At the moment, Liu Bei is taking care of Tao Qian's funeral affairs and attacking Xuzhou. Let's wait until this matter is over!"
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He didn't know how to play Yu at the moment, but he had no other choice at the moment.
He even sent a letter of greetings to Liu Bei two days ago.
I saw earlier that the people of Xuzhou had heard about Tao Qian's death and left voluntarily. Under such circumstances, attacking Xuzhou might be counterproductive.
In Xuzhou, migratory locusts gnawed away at the rice fields, leaving only one out of ten.
Are those locusts really edible?
"Brother, if we don't mobilize the people of Yanzhou with taxes, once the locusts cross the border, there will be no hope for the autumn harvest, and the entire Yanzhou will be harvestless. That would be a bad thing!"
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Your fate is right in front of you, so there is no need to worry about it.
The news came so quickly that for Lu Bu, his mood did not change much.
Dense black shadows gradually began to appear on the sky to the north. Xi Yu and Xun Yu, who were in the government office, immediately looked towards the sky.
No matter what Liu Bei said, his surname was Liu. Liu Bei could not ignore this Han Dynasty.
Yes, if he hadn't had any territory all along, how could he be inferior to Cao Cao?
After receiving such news, he was somewhat at a loss. The reason why he found Xiyu now was because of his flexible mind and many unexpected ideas.
Xi Yu was talking eloquently, and Xun Yu's eyes narrowed slightly when he said this.
After hearing this, Liu Bei looked intently at Tao Qian's death sentence in front of him.
"Brother, you know that poultry such as chickens and ducks are the enemies of locusts!"
On the other side, Guan Yu also raised his head and looked at Liu Bei quietly.
Cao Cao was half happy and half worried when he learned that the migratory locusts had passed through and Yanzhou had not suffered much damage.
What a surprise!
"Brother, Liu Bei is now the Mu of Xuzhou, but it's just Tao Qian's intention. The imperial court has not announced it. He, Liu Bei, is not the Mu of Xuzhou now!"
Xun Yu had no choice. Locusts were already everywhere in Guandong, and soon the entire Yanzhou would also suffer.
"You are right. Taking advantage of Tao Qian's funeral, I would like to meet Liu Bei for a while!"
Xun Yu, who had been in charge of everything in the rear, hurriedly found Xi Yu.
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Liu Bei has not forgotten Chen Deng. Now that he has taken over Xuzhou's pastoral position, the nobles in Xuzhou cannot avoid it.
Seeing Lu Bu's confidence in front of him, Hao Meng couldn't help but give some advice.
Follow Liu Bei, follow Liu Bei.
After saying this to Cao Ren, Cao Cao sighed.
This locust plague spread almost all over the Han Dynasty. Not only the Yanzhou area, but also Sili Guanzhong, Qingxu Prefecture, and even Jingzhou further south were affected to some extent.
Immediately, he asked the two of them.
Throughout Xuzhou, due to the sudden passage of migratory locusts, Cao Cao no longer had the intention to deal with Liu Bei and others.
"No!"
However, Liu Bei seemed a little dazed at this moment, as if he didn't hear Mi Zhu's voice.
Yanzhou, Juancheng.
Seeing Liu Bei's lack of response, Zhang Fei beside him couldn't help but feel anxious.
Later emperors of the Tang Dynasty had to punish themselves because of the locust plague.
If these locusts are really allowed to cross the border, Yanzhou will probably be sad this year!
Because of the announcement issued by the Yanzhou Administration Office, the people of Yanzhou no longer have the so-called fear of locusts.
Hearing this, Lu Bu nodded subconsciously.
The whole of Xuzhou, thanks to Tao Qian, has temporarily returned to peace.
This is already Tao Qian's death, why is the eldest brother still hesitating?
Mi Zhu and others did not have the slightest objection to this.
Compared to Zhang Fei's anxiety, Guan Yu didn't say anything.
Lu Bu, who was in Pengcheng, also received the news of Tao Qian's death at this moment.
"Everyone, Tao Gong is newly mourned. Please ask General Cao Bao to lead his troops to bring peace to the people!"
Fengyi said that locusts can be eaten?
Has he eaten it?
Xun Yu didn't think Xi Yu would make such a joke with him at this time, but eating locusts was a bit shocking after all!
Today's people regard locusts as gods and let them eat locusts. How is this possible?
Xiyu was slightly stunned.
A locust plague has already appeared in Guanzhong, and it may not be long before Yanzhou is also unavoidable.
Can poultry deal with locusts?
From this moment on, Liu Bei became Xuzhou Mu!
"Zizhong, Gongyou, I have taken over Xuzhou and everything is unclear. Can you two be willing to take over the position of assistant temporarily?"
Before Tao Qian died, he had entrusted him with instructions.
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"One day, I can have a showdown with Cao Cao and avenge me and others for that day!"
After seeing this situation, Guan and Zhang on the side also spoke out to advise.
If nothing happened in Yanzhou, he might have to lead his troops back to Yanzhou now because of this locust plague!
If there is no food, the so-called taxes will naturally not be collected.
"General, before Tao Gong died, he made a final statement. I hope General will take over the great cause of Xuzhou!"
As soon as these words came out, everyone present looked at Liu Bei.
Why did he take over Xuzhou?
He only remembered that since this year, natural disasters, droughts and the like began to occur in various parts of the Han Dynasty.
As the saying goes, a sad soldier will win, so there is no need for him to do such a dangerous thing.
After hearing this, Lu Bu raised his head and glanced at the other party.
Faced with such a thing, Xun Yu had no choice at all.
at the same time.
"Your Majesty, Tao Qian's funeral will be held in two days. Your Majesty should also come forward at that time!"
As everyone spoke sincerely, Liu Bei sighed, and then took the suicide note from Mi Zhu's hand.
And when locusts cross the border, they come very quickly.
After hearing what his subordinates said, Lu Bu also made up his mind.
The hot summer has just passed, and autumn is already approaching.
Glancing at Xun Yu, Xi Yu could somewhat understand the other person's mood at the moment.
That Tao Qian really lost his mind.
Cao Ren said something subconsciously.
Thinking of Lu Bu, he has been famous all over the world for a long time, and he is also the warmest prince of the Han Dynasty. Then why doesn't Tao Qian entrust Xuzhou to him?
As soon as he said these words, Cao Cao couldn't help but twitch the corners of his mouth. When he said this, he remembered that the imperial court did not seem to recognize him as a Yanzhou shepherd.
It’s the end of June and the arrival of July this year!
Hou Cheng was angry, and everyone over there was a little moved by this.
"Brother, locusts can actually be eaten. You might as well inform the people about this to take precautions!"
Not long ago, a large number of locusts suddenly appeared from the territory of Guandong. Those locusts seemed to block out the sky and the sun.
The Chen family was the leader of the Xuzhou gentry.
If he accepts this will, he will be the lord of Xuzhou in the future.
Seeing Xun Yu looking for her all the time, Xi Yu was a little confused.
Most of Xuzhou, which was originally under Cao Jun's command, was also greatly affected by this locust disaster.
"locust?"
Although the consequences caused by the locust plague are serious, for Xi Yu, who has the experience of later generations, it is not difficult to solve the locust problem.
"Tao Qian has recently passed away. Xuzhou is very grateful to him during his lifetime. Attacking Xuzhou now is not beneficial to us!"
The people of Yanzhou began to move.
When one's own interests are at stake, people's courage will often be maximized at this moment.
Xun Yu looked sad.
Yanzhou is now actually under his control, and there is no doubt that he is the shepherd of Yanzhou.
After hearing the news that Mi Zhu and other officials in Xuzhou were all heading to Xiapi City to welcome Liu Bei as Xuzhou's pastor, Lu Bu's brows frowned visibly.
"Your Majesty, how virtuous and capable is Liu Bei that he got the land of Xuzhou for nothing?"
Wherever the locusts pass, no grass can survive.
"Fengyi, is this method really feasible?"
"In that case, let's do what Fengyi said!"
The two happily accepted the order, and then Liu Bei asked Cao Bao to take the lead in military affairs in Xuzhou for the time being, and the latter also responded.
Beside them, Guan and Zhang both looked a little sad.
He has neither fame nor prestige.
Cao Cao couldn't help but curl up his lips when he learned that Liu Bei had taken over the pastoral duties in Xuzhou on the recommendation of Xuzhou Mi Zhu and others.
"As for the matter in Xuzhou, you should not be too anxious!"
Although Xun Yu agreed to Xi Yu's proposal to use locusts as this year's taxes, he still felt a little uneasy in his heart.
However, before he could see him, Tao Qian died.
"Fengyi has a countermeasure?"
In fact, for the Han people, whether it is the immortals and gods they feared before, or others.
Locusts have been a source of anger and resentment throughout Chinese history.
"Brother, don't panic, the locusts will be easy to deal with!"
In this current situation, brother, there is nothing to hesitate about.
Xun Yu didn't know anything about this matter, but when he heard Xi Yu's words, he believed them.
"Now that Cao's army is out, you still need to be cautious!"
I would like to meet Liu Bei to see his attitude.
Just as expected.
However, now that Xuzhou is about to change its owner, this kind of thing has added another variable for Lu Bu.
Zhang Fei was a little confused and quickly shouted to Liu Bei.
After hearing this, Mi Zhu bowed her body and did not move, and handed the suicide note up with both hands.
Xi Yu spoke out to comfort him, and when Xun Yu heard this, he couldn't help but feel a hint of joy on his face.
"Jun Hou, I think Liu Bei does not have much prestige in Xuzhou. With the power of Jun Hou, he can stay in Xuzhou temporarily!"
Liu Bei opened his mouth and gave a series of instructions.
Fortunately, my base camp was not damaged at all.
Liu Bei came back to his senses, looked at Mi Zhu who was holding his life in front of him, and then glanced at the people in front of him again.
However, this is all it said, and the current Han Dynasty court only has an empty name.
He could somewhat understand how his eldest brother was feeling at the moment.
Xi Yu, who was in Juancheng, was leading Zhao Yun and others to promote the raising of wild boars and other poultry.
The locust plague is a natural disaster that is not much different from a drought.
"I have issued an order to summon Chen Deng as the governor of Xuzhou!"
Coupled with the forces led by Mi Zhu and Sun Qian, except for some Xuzhou nobles, Liu Bei has won the hearts of most of the people.
Hearing this, Cao Bao's face also darkened: "Please also ask Mr. Liu to take over this life!"
In addition, locusts are really edible.
Yes, Cao Cao is still watching eagerly from the side. With his current strength, it is difficult to resist Cao Cao's army.
Cao Ren asked casually.
As the first people to take action against the locusts began to appear, slogans about catching the locusts as tax revenue began to ring out.
Regarding Chen Deng's appointment, it can be regarded as a good relationship between Liu Bei and the Xuzhou gentry.
"Brother, this time I, Zilong and others, have been promoting the raising of wild boars in Yanzhou. This time has been quite effective, and many people's homes also raise chickens, ducks, geese, and other poultry!"
"Brother, should we take advantage of Tao Qian's new mourning to attack Xuzhou?"
Its nutritional value is very clear, and it is extremely high.
As for Liu Bei, it is different from him.
At the end of June, the great heat is approaching.
The other party spoke sincerely and said that he had no intention of taking over Xuzhou, but he turned around and took Xuzhou into his hands.
"Before your death, I used my fingers to tell you that the general is an outstanding person in the world, and only the general can take on this great responsibility!"
Because Tao Qian was newly mourned, Cao Jun did not take advantage of this time to attack Xuzhou.
"Please speak of your righteousness!"
"Zizhong, you are responsible for the funeral of Mr. Tao!"
Yes, why should Liu Bei?
This person was just an insignificant person in front of Hulao Pass back then!
"Since you all believe in Liu Bei so much, you should do your best and be worthy of the entrustment entrusted by Mr. Tao!"
"Fengyi, if you have a way to deal with locusts, why didn't you inform me?"
The announcement about the locusts began to spread throughout Yanzhou on the second day.
Regarding Cao Cao's actions, the people of Xuzhou highly praised him.
"This time, brother, I will make an announcement to the people and ask them to drive their poultry into the fields so that when the locusts come, they will have nothing to worry about!"
As Cao Bao spoke out, the entire Danyang Sect had recognized Liu Bei's identity.
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Seeing Liu Bei take over the order, Mi Zhu was the first to speak out, followed closely by Cao Bao and others who also started to change their names.
Eat locusts?
Xun Yu's whole head grew bigger.
In less than a few days, the locusts handed in by government offices across Yanzhou almost piled up like a mountain.
"Bei, how can you be so virtuous and capable? Can An be able to withstand such great trust from Mr. Tao?"
Cao Bao on the side didn't say a word, just watched the scene in front of him quietly.
"Brother, I have one more thing to say!"
Now that Tao Qian is dead, it is extremely advantageous for them to attack Xuzhou. But just after he said these words, Cao Cao couldn't help but shook his head.
It had been less than a month since he entered Xuzhou. Within this month, he wanted to visit Tao Qian.
"I ordered all Xuzhou sergeants to pay filial piety..."
When Lu Bu was sullen, Hou Cheng beside him couldn't help but made a sarcastic remark.
Now half of Xuzhou is under his control. He only needs to advance slowly to capture the entire Xuzhou. There is no need to take risks.
"Liu Bei took over as Xuzhou's pastor?"
Liu Bei looked sobbing and remained silent for a long time.
"Brother!"
Now that Xi Yu said he had a solution, Xun Yu was naturally a little moved.
Xun Yu looked sad.
Liu Bei hasn't spoken yet.
If he can occupy Xuzhou, then what will he have to fear from Cao Cao!
The top priority was Tao Qian's death, and no one said anything about it.
If a large number of locusts cross the border, this year's autumn harvest will be hopeless.
Starting from northern Hebei, it swept all the way south.
On the side, Sun Qian glanced at Liu Bei and bowed directly to speak.
Within the Pengcheng Yamen Office.
At this moment, Xun Yu's face was ugly. Seeing that Xi Yu didn't seem to know, he quickly opened his mouth to tell the news he had just received.
"I've met Mr. Liu!"
Cao Cao was a little helpless. If Xi Yu had written to him, half of Xuzhou would have been preserved.
"My lord, Fengyi also made preparations in a hurry. It is not easy to save Yanzhou!"
Hearing Cao Cao's complaint, Xi Zhicai couldn't help but explain something to his younger brother.
Hearing Xi Zhi's words, Cao Cao quickly realized that he had lost his composure.
"What Zhicai said is absolutely true. I am just greedy!"
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Chapter completed!