"Where can we raise suspicion to capture captives, where can we garrison troops to show preparation, where have we been invaded by captives, and where the people can defend themselves, we should order ourselves to consolidate." [Huang Ming Jing Shi Wen Bian·Volume 316]
Liu Bei came back to his senses and asked calmly: "So what if it changes, what if it doesn't change?" He said to himself: "Nowadays, although the Xianbei and Wuhuan tribes have not become a serious problem, they often infringe the border counties.
It should not be ignored. In all the countries in the Western Regions, there are those who return to the heart and those who leave the heart. Not to mention that there are Kangju, Yuezhi and other countries who have provocations from time to time. If you do not control Xianbei, you will definitely cause harm in the future. If you do not submit to the Western Regions, it will be like committing suicide.
Elbows and armpits, and where will the necessary expenses be spent?"
"The emperor should transform the people with benevolence, which can be like the story of Guangwu. Furthermore, after recuperating and recuperating for ten years, he can take further measures..." When Xun Yu said this, his eyes became a little sad for some reason.
The thoughts are his own, and what really matters is the emperor's will. Although he has the responsibility to advise as a minister, when he met such an extremely independent emperor, Xun Yu sometimes had no choice but to do more.
How much can Jia Xu persuade Xun You to be close to him?
Liu Bei said calmly: "Decades of hard work are the result of a hundred years of achievements. Why do you ask these words now?"
After Xun Yu confirmed the other party's position, he sighed and gave up the idea of continuing. He handed the edict he had brought back to Liu Bei and said, "You two must have already known about the matter of King Langye and Xiang inspecting the former king, and found out that
Zang Ba, a doctor in the state of Qi, deliberately set up a trap, causing King Langxie to die in panic. The imperial court issued an edict to arrest him, but he dared to rebel openly and sneaked back to Mount Tai to become a bandit. This time, your majesty made an agreement with the princes and planned to appoint the prefect of Mount Tai.
Lu Qian, supervise the troops to attack."
After hearing this, Wang Jiang marveled at the fact that Zang Ba had been rewarded for his meritorious service in defeating the bandits in Jinan last time, so he was classified as a rebellious minister. The situation was really unpredictable. But Liu Bei's expression was much more solemn. He put down the edict and said,
Seeing that Xun Yu's expression was not very relaxed, he wondered: "Is Zang Ba afraid of crime and causing trouble, or is he angry..."
"Of course it's the former." Xun Yu interrupted the other party: "It's just a minor trouble and can be quelled by a county guard. No need to say more."
He picked up this matter just to remind Liu Bei that there are still many difficulties in the easier tax system. When it is actually implemented, the content will inevitably change greatly. Struggle and compromise will inevitably be inevitable during this period. Now the warning signs have come, Xun Yu
After careful consideration, he said: "No matter what, although the world is peaceful, there are still opportunities for unrest in subtle ways. As the saying goes, governing a big country is like cooking small dishes, so you must not be careless."
"What your Lord is saying is." Liu Bei understood the other party's thoughts. Needless to say, he would not choose an overly radical approach. Firstly, it would be unnecessary, and secondly, it would be of no benefit: "Speaking of which, I have been working with General Chariot and Cavalry for many years.
We had met several times before, and there were many grudges between Qing and Xu back then. Now that they are officials in the same dynasty, it is a good idea to pay him a visit to resolve their personal grudges."
This past incident involved Cao Cao's false revenge against Xuzhou, which was not very honorable. Xun Yu thought that if Liu Bei went to see Cao Cao for this reason, the other party would definitely be unhappy, but he would still open the door warmly to entertain him. After all, Cao Cao is in urgent need of support from others.
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After the two briefly talked, Zhou Yu, the minister of the Ministry of War, happened to come to pick up the edict in person. Xun Yu looked at each other and said in a gentle tone: "There happens to be an edict here related to Zhou Lang."
Zhou Yu was startled for a moment, then took the edict and said with a smile: "It seems like a good thing?"
He and Xun Yu were both from noble families and had known each other for many years. Xun Yu was not surprised. He only said: "The country intends to send Zhou Lang to inspect Liang, and to fengsui castle in You and other states to improve military morale and the barbaric situation outside the wall, in order to cope with the situation from time to time."
This is an important task. I don’t need to give you any more advice. Zhou Lang should do his best."
"Where to start?"
"Naturally, it's close first and then far away."
"Are we going to Liangzhou?" If we were to go to the four counties in Hexi, the round trip would be a repetitive route.
Xun Yu then seemed to remember something and said with an apologetic smile: "I have never made it clear that Zhou Lang does not need to go to Hexi. The military affairs of Liangzhou counties will be handled by the right general Huang Quan and Huang Gongheng.
, and Zhou Lang only needs to pass through Shangjun, pass through Shuofang, Wuyuan, and Yunzhong counties, and then follow the Great Wall into the Shanggu Valley of Youzhou, and then go east to Zhenfan and lead Fang."
Zhenfan and Daifang were the four Han commanderies re-established in Sanhan. The imperial court sent important ministers to inspect this place, which was of great significance.
"The one accompanying you is..." Before Zhou Yu could ask a question, Xun Yu suddenly looked at Liu Bei and said:
"In front of the palace, Yubayashi Langtian Kunjang."
Everyone here is smart, not to mention that Liu Bei was surprised that his old friend Tian Yu was also appointed to this post, but Zhou Yu thought that the imperial court might make big moves in Youzhou next.
Could it be that they were using troops against Wuhuan?
Zhou Yu recalled that at the beginning of the year, the military report from Zhang Liao, the general who conquered the north, said that Wu Huan had made unreasonable demands and asked the court to give more rewards, but the court's reply was to give generous rewards and let Zhang Liao handle it as he saw fit.
When Liu Yu, who supported Huairou, was still in the government, the current change may have come from this. He remembered that he had been in the Shangshu table for five years and had not made any progress. He must be re-employed this time, and the emperor also sent Xu Huang
The people who visited Liangzhou probably wanted to make a difference in the Western Regions. During this trip, I would definitely be able to see Sun Ce, and I would have to have a good chat with him then...
He was thinking mostly about the conquest, but Liu Bei, who had come to his senses, was thinking further. If he could complete the inspection of the border areas in the past six months, plus follow-up work such as rectification and improvement, he would start the campaign as early as next year.
Soldiers, and the matter of making the tax system easier has not yet been finalized. If this matter is not handled well, how can we use soldiers with confidence?
Unless the emperor sees that the changes in the tax system cannot be resolved at the moment, so he plans to put it on hold temporarily or make some concessions, everything will be based on stability, and he will make other decisions after a victory and establishment of authority.
This is his chance.
Liu Bei, who consciously knew the direction of the government in the next few years, became increasingly calm and showed no intention of competing with Xun Yu and Wang Jiang for the limelight. This disappointed many people who were secretly preparing to watch the excitement.
Due to Wang Jiang's poor health, Liu Bei was on duty at the palace that night. After receiving the bedding and supper, Liu Bei sent away Tang Guan and the serving maids. He was about to close the door and go back, but suddenly saw him next to him.
In the room, there was a figure bending over his desk, as if he was still writing something so late.
Liu Bei thought for a while, turned around and put the meal sent by Tang Guan in the food box, carried it out and went to the door of the room, gently opened it, and the person who opened the door was the man he saw during the day.
Liu Bei, a young man who was diligent in writing and writing quickly, had already recognized the other person and said with a smile: "Zhuge Kongming? I still remember you. When I was serving as a minister, I met you several times when I went to the Secretary's Prison with the country. Unexpectedly, I met you several times.
Unexpectedly, you have become more and more heroic in these years."