After hearing Xun Chen's visit to Shi Tao, he immediately made a request.
He wanted to go to the martial arts lecture hall with Xun Chen.
He competed with Xu Shu with martial arts, and the two were very good at talking about the aisle. After Xu Shu went to the martial arts lecture hall, they had never met. He wanted to see why Xu Shu took the martial arts lecture hall and what's going on now.
Xun Chen did not dare to agree immediately, and he wanted to inquire first.
It is said that the martial arts lecture hall is different from the various halls. It is built in Shanglin Garden and is unlike the Taixue who can enter and exit at will.
He and Cui Yan both have the status of Jizhou, so they may not be able to enter. If necessary, they may have to meet Xun Wenqian first, ask her to make arrangements and ask the emperor for permission.
Cui Yan was also tactful and did not ask questions, but instead talked about other things.
"Just heard a news, that crazy student Ni Heng came to Chang'an and arrived within three to five days."
Xun Chen's mind was full of thoughts, and he didn't care who Ni Heng was at all, so he responded casually.
Cui Yan smiled and reminded: "Brother Youruo, Ni Heng came from Hanyang."
Xun Chen then understood and immediately became energetic.
Hanyang and Hedong are two special counties, one is under the responsibility of Yang Xiu and the other is under the responsibility of Xun Yu. They are both talents who the emperor has high expectations. They promote the kingly way in their own ways, and which one does better is not only related to individuals.
It is more related to the future promotion of the world's kingly model.
In this sense, Ni Heng had a different meaning from Hanyang to Chang'an.
"Who did you hear?"
"Kong Rong. He received a letter from Ni Heng, saying that Ni Heng had been reborn in Hanyang for half a year and made great progress. He would definitely make a big splash after coming to Chang'an."
"And——" Xun Chen looked at him disdainfully.
Mao Jie also smiled and said nothing.
They all had close contact with Kong Rong and knew that Kong Rong often said too much. Ni Heng and Kong Rong came to Chang'an together. Kong Rong praised Ni Heng as expected, but they could not take it seriously.
King Zhuang of Chu did not make a sound for three years, and he made a shocking sound. What is Ni Heng? He was just a crazy person and could be compared with King Zhuang of Chu? Even if he was extremely talented, he would only take a few months to go to Hanyang. What can he gain?
Removing bones?
A crazy saying is not worthy of trust.
"Let me tell you something, maybe it's more meaningful than Ni Heng's visit to Chang'an." Xun Chen made a joke with a relaxed expression and told him about the trial production of military rations by Shi Tao and others.
Before he could finish speaking, Cui Yan's face changed.
Jizhou is a plain with no danger to defend. All it can be relied on is cities of all sizes. If the imperial court attacks for a strong force, the cavalry can drive straight in, but the infantry can only attack the city step by step.
Without the cooperation of infantry, the power of cavalry advancing is limited.
Cavalry cannot attack the city.
Therefore, as long as the tribes of the counties and counties in Jizhou refuse to surrender, even if the court uses heavy troops to attack, it will not be able to advance to Yecheng at once.
This is the last bit of confidence from Yuan Shao, Shen Pei and others.
But if the court made major improvements in military rations and even the infantry had the ability to rush to the long distance, even if they could not capture Yecheng, the threat would be greatly increased.
The hinterland of Jizhou is no longer safe, so you can only defend with heavy troops and dare not relax at all times.
Over time, it is a test for the morale of the army.
"There are really military rations like this?"
Xun Chen smiled. "We just tasted it in person, and it tasted pretty good."
Cui Yan pretended to be disdainful. "Even if there is, I'm afraid the court can't afford it. I heard that the officials' salaries are not fully paid."
"I don't know this." Xun Chen spread his hands and was in a good mood.
He was very glad that Yuan Tan accepted their suggestions, seized the last opportunity, and risked the reputation of being unfilial to negotiate peace with the court.
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"Your uncle?" Liu Xie was stunned, raised his head and looked at Xun Wenqian.
Xun Wenqian was very conscious and generally would not look for him on his own initiative, especially for matters outside the palace.
"Yes, I received my father's letter from home. In addition to visiting relatives, my uncle sent a message to Yuan Tan."
"What's wrong with Yuan Tan?" Liu Xie put down the book in his hand, turned to Xun Wenqian, and took Liu Tai.
Liu Tai can walk, and he is so energetic that he is scary. When he doesn't stop, he crawls onto Liu Xie as soon as he breaks free from Xun Wenqian, and he is so happy that he drools.
Xun Wenqian hurriedly handed over the handkerchief.
Liu Xie took the handkerchief and wiped Liu Tai's mouth. Liu Tai hugged Liu Xie's neck and said in a slight voice: "Fei, Fei."
"Stop making trouble!" Xun Wenqian looked up and raised her palm. "Father is tired and has no time to play with you."
Liu Xie picked up Liu Tai, turned around, avoided Xun Wenqian, then threw Liu Tai away, and then steadily caught him.
Liu Tai smiled and enjoyed it.
"You talk about yours, it's not in the way." Liu Xie said.
Xun Wenqian was just acting. Seeing that Liu Xie loved his son, she was happy, and took the opportunity to say Xun Chen's purpose.
She brought her son here because she knew that Liu Xie liked Liu Tai, and it was more convenient to speak in this atmosphere.
Liu Xie was playing with Liu Tai while listening to Xun Wenqian.
He had received a memorial from Xun You and Yuan Shu. He knew about Yuan Shao's patrol, but he didn't know that Yuan Shao was under house arrest by Yuan Tan. He didn't know whether Yuan Tan did a good job in keeping confidentiality, or whether Xun You knew about it and refused to report it.
As for Yuan Shu, Liu Xie never really regarded him as a human being.
Even if Yuan Shu reported it, he would not dare to believe it easily. Who knows whether Yuan Shu would exaggerate his words and falsely report his military achievements.
That person is unreliable.
In comparison, Xun You is still more trustworthy. After all, given the current situation of Xun's family, it is not a wise move to tie him up with Yuan Shao. Xun Chen's visit to Chang'an at this time is the most reasonable choice.
It seems that the Ruying faction is going to change jobs collectively.
But he didn't welcome it.
Compared with middle-aged people like Xun Chen and Guo Tu, he is more willing to accept young people like Xu Shu and Shi Tao.
Young people are more passionate and willing to take action. They are still idealistic and do not have so much interest concerns.
People like Xun Chen talk about morality, but they think about benefits. It is not easy to make them turn their thoughts around before they get bleeding.
So those who can really change an era are usually young people.
Xun Yu probably realized this, so he tried his best to encourage Xun Chen to come to Chang'an to take a look.
"It's good to come." Liu Xie said: "If you have time, go and see me. If you haven't seen me for many years, you may have experienced a lot of vicissitudes. In addition, I wrote to Xun Yin and asked him to arrange his own things and come to Chang'an to participate as much as possible.
Talk about it.”
"Yi." Xun Wenqian bowed to accept the order.
"Also, the matter of resettling naturalized Xianbei and Xiongnu is a major event this year. Let him make more preparations, and there may be debate at the court meeting at that time."
"Now!" Xun Wenqian became energetic.
The naturalization of barbarians is a major event. The Xianbei people and the Huns were the first to be placed in Bingzhou, but the emperor handed over this matter to Xun Yu, which was naturally a trust in Xun Yu.
In fact, this is to let Xun Yu take over Bingzhou affairs. If it can be handled properly, Xun Yu will not be far from being promoted.
In the face of this gift, Xun Chen’s visit to the martial arts hall is not worth mentioning, so let’s talk about it later.
Zhuge Liang walked in. "Your Majesty, Ni Heng asked for a meeting."
Liu Xie took Liu Tai and sent it to Xun Wenqian's arms, and whispered: "You go back first, and let's talk about it tonight."
Xun Wenqian understood, her cheeks turned slightly red, she bowed to salute, and hugged Liu Tai and retreated.