"Weak generals with weak armor can easily become a threat to Tibet, so if I want to get them, I don't have to spy on the tribes." New Tang Dynasty Book Tubo Biography
After the dispute last night, Pei Mao knew in his heart that the relationship between the two parties had completely broken down, and it was impossible to reconcile.
And he couldn't help anyone. Helping Liu Yu, although it was reasonable, would force Gongsun Zan into a corner. With his violent temper, there was no guarantee that he would not do anything extreme. But if he were to help Gongsun Zan, wouldn't he have to do it? Did it chill the hearts of ministers like Liu Yu? Where did they put the laws of the imperial court?
It is not a good idea to blindly make peace with each other. When Pei Mao was here, they were able to restrain themselves, but when Pei Mao is gone, they may immediately fall out.
At this time, Pei Mao realized how well the emperor's decision suited the current situation, so he pulled the two of them apart like a fight, and stood far apart, out of sight and out of mind, so there would be no further trouble.
Therefore, he did not make any ruling at that time. Instead, he persuaded Liu Yu privately through Wei You, and asked Tian Chou to persuade Gongsun Zan. Only after compromising with the two parties and negotiating good terms, he would then take out the imperial edict to worship in public. Only in this way could he show the imperial court majesty.
In Liu Yu's study, Liu Yu said to Pei Mao who was invited to come: "I have served in Youzhou for more than five years. I think that I am not ashamed of the country and the people. But everything Gongsun Zan does is contrary to my decree. This Waiting for others, how can we do a good job as Mu Shou?"
Pei Mao raised his eyelids and said calmly: "What does Liu Shijun mean?"
Liu Yu said as he should: "After the policy letter is issued, there should be another letter of warning to let them know the court's love for the people. If after being appointed to Youzhou, he still abuses the people as before, wouldn't it be harming the people of this area? How can I bear to abandon the people living here and go to another place?"
The book of admonitions is one of the four kinds of books under the emperor. It is specially used to admonish the governor, the prefect and the officials of the three camps. It has the meaning of supervising, admonishing and giving advice to local officials.
Liu Yu's intention was very clear. Gongsun Zan could take over Youzhou, but the imperial court had to issue a letter to criticize Gongsun Zan's militaristic behavior. This would not only vent Liu Yu's bad temper, but also confirm Liu Yu's tolerant policy from an official standpoint. That's right, but Gongsun Zan's behavior of blindly attacking foreign races is wrong.
Although this matter still has to comply with Liu Yu's wishes and decide who is right and wrong between the two, in essence, it is also related to the court's current attitude towards foreigners. If it is consistent with Liu Yu's political stance, then Liu Yu will take office and merge the state. Don't worry about not being reused.
If he leans towards Gongsun Zan, then Liu Yu is destined to end up in cold storage, which he is unwilling to do.
Pei Mao knew that his attitude also represented the attitude of the court to a certain extent. He thought for a moment and responded: "Your Majesty and the princes of the court once made it clear that the country should be treated with kindness and trust, and be gentle and gentle when dealing with Liang and Qiang Hu." , This is exactly the same as the envoy's view. Jihou relies on strong troops and subjugates with authority, which is not a long-term strategy. After Chang'an, I will write a letter and state it next time, asking the imperial court to issue an edict to Jihou."
"Besides," Liu Yu's face suddenly became a little confused, as if he was saying something unspeakable: "Qiang and Han people live together in Bingzhou, the people are fierce and aggressive, and there are many thieves along the way. I wonder if the imperial court will allow me to lead troops to my post?"
Liu Yu has tens of thousands of soldiers and horses. Although they are not trained in battle formations and have no good generals, they are at least strong. With Liu Yu's loyal nature, if he really wants to support his troops and respect himself, he divides the place for the sake of power. How can it be done? Will you be willing to give up your foundation in Youzhou and go to Bingzhou to start a business from scratch?
Pei Mao asked warily: "How many troops do you want to take with you to protect you?"
"Three or four thousand are enough."
Only then did Pei Mao feel relieved. Liu Yu obviously wanted to remove all the elites in the army and not leave any soldiers for Gongsun Zan, so as to prevent the other party from squandering the wealth he had earned and growing stronger.
It's just that this matter is not something Pei Mao can decide. He said with some embarrassment: "I'm afraid Jihou will have objections."
"The road is difficult, and he can still stop me from taking my escort with me? What's more, these are subordinates who obey the orders of the state capital, and they are not his loyal followers." Liu Yu said.
Pei Mao frowned, feeling that it was particularly difficult.
As Pei Mao expected, Gongsun Zan was extremely resistant to Liu Yu's proposal. After listening to Tian Chou's words, he immediately said angrily: "I want to get it!"
Gongsun Zan paced back and forth in the hall, and said with an unkind expression: "These are the soldiers and horses of the imperial court, soldiers and horses of Youzhou, not his personal troops! They were also transferred with him to take office. Is he going to be Dong Zhuo?"
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Although the strength of Liu Yu's army was not as good as Gongsun Zan's elite soldiers, they were still tens of thousands strong. After Gongsun Zan learned that he would take over Youzhou, the first thing he thought of was to annex these well-equipped troops.
Even though these people were contaminated by the style of the general Liu Yu Rouren and became a group of docile lambs, Gongsun Zan believed that as long as he was given enough time to train, this army would be transformed into a tiger and wolf army.
Therefore, he was fully expecting Liu Yu to leave early, but he did not expect Liu Yu to come to him like this.
"This is absolutely impossible!"
After sending Tian Chou away, Gongsun Zan felt more and more that if he wanted to completely cut off Liu Yu's thoughts, he had to show him some color. Otherwise, he really thought that because the angel was here, he could use these little tricks on him?
He immediately called Gongsun Ji, Guan Jing and other cronies to explain the reasons in detail. After meeting and planning, they left and acted according to their plan.
Gongsun Zan's attitude was expected by Liu Yu. He believed that Gongsun Zan would bow his head in the end, because as long as Pei Mao did not publicly announce the edict, he would be the shepherd of Youzhou, and Gongsun Zan would have no choice but to continue to bow down.
In order to prevent Gongsun Zan from making any overreaction, Liu Yu was very cautious and asked the army to guard Jixian, closely protecting himself, Pei Mao and others.
"It is really inappropriate to do this. It has already reached this point. Why should you fight for this moment's anger and have trouble with Jihou?" Pei Mao said in his heart, wouldn't it be good to leave the country with peace of mind? If Gongsun Zan takes the risk, he will be in trouble by then.
Liu Yu said confidently: "Although Gongsun Zan has an unruly temperament and a rough manner, he is actually good at calculations. After meeting thousands of elite soldiers in Youzhou, he will naturally make the right decision after weighing it."
"I hope that's the case." Pei Mao thought to himself, but actually he was still a little unsure. Liu Yu seemed to be suppressing Gongsun Zan these days, but how much of it was due to his personal strength, and how much of it was due to the pretense of the tiger's power and relying on his own strength.
Pei Mao couldn't figure out his own name for a while.
At this time, Zhao Gai, who was not the master, suddenly broke in from outside the door and said in a panic: "It's urgent! Troops stationed in Shanggu, Yuyang and other places gathered and roared, but Xianyu went to appease him, but he was kidnapped by the rebels!"
"What's going on!" Liu Yu's expression changed drastically and he stood up suddenly.
"It is said that they heard that they were going to Bingzhou with Duke Ming, and they did not want to leave their wives and children at home, so they were unwilling to go."
"Did I ever say that I would take them all with me?" Liu Yu gritted his teeth and said, "Now that the general is making trouble, he wants to force me to submit! Where is Gongsun Zan?"
Zhao Gai said with a bitter face: "Jihou, Jihou learned about this and immediately led his people to the camp to pacify the rebels."
Pei Mao couldn't sit still anymore. He stood up slowly and looked up at the yak joint placed on the shelf. 11