Liu Zhang originally wanted to imitate Cao Cao and issue an order seeking talents in advance, but the order seeking talents was too controversial. At present, Yizhou has not yet been pacified, so he can only give priority to local talents in Yizhou.
Regarding the famous figures in Yizhou, Liu Zhang only remembered a general idea, and it is possible that many of the figures were not from Guanghan County.
For example, Huang Quan, Yan Yan, Zhang Song, etc. are representatives and aristocratic families of Bajun and Shujun respectively. It would be meaningless for Liu Zhang to recruit them now.
After waiting for a long time, Qin Xun finally took the initiative to speak.
"My lord, I really only want a great talent, but..."
From Qin Xun's tone, it seemed that he had been struggling for a long time before speaking out.
"Master Qin can speak frankly, there is no need to have any other concerns."
"Well, my lord, he is young and not well-known."
After Qin Xun finished speaking, Liu Zhang understood that he must be an unknown young man. No wonder Qin Xun was so confused.
"It doesn't matter, if you can get the attention of Chief Qin, I think you are definitely not an ordinary person!"
With Liu Zhang's affirmation, Qin Xun felt more confident.
"My lord, this person's surname is Zheng and his given name is unknown. He is from Guanghan, Guanghan County. Zheng Du is a quick thinker. He is definitely the top talent in Yizhou!"
Zheng Du! It’s him!
Liu Zhang couldn't help but exclaimed in his heart, how could he not know about Zheng Du, the counselor who almost starved Liu Bei to death in Shu!
Liu Zhang had been investigating for a long time, and found that there was no family named Zheng in Guanghan County. Liu Zhang even thought that Zheng Du was in Luocheng or went to Shu County!
Zheng Du is a very loyal person, very similar to Zhang Ren's character. He is definitely a loyal minister who does not serve two masters!
Liu Zhang was secretly worried that once Zheng Du was under the command of Zhang Lu or Jia Long, he would miss him!
After Qin Xun said this, Liu Zhang also realized that Zheng Du was still very young at this time and had no official career at all!
"Master Qin, isn't Zheng Du a member of the family? Why isn't his reputation obvious?"
Qin Xun frowned slightly and sighed softly.
"Hey, my lord, you don't know something! The Zheng family where Zheng Du lives was formerly a wealthy family in Luocheng. Unfortunately, it was affected by the Ma Xiang Rebellion. Now only Zheng Du is left in the entire Zheng family."
"So that's it..."
No wonder Liu Zhang couldn't find the family surnamed Zheng. It turned out that they were all slaughtered by Ma Xiang!
"My lord, Jia Long was able to defeat Ma Xiang so quickly because of Zheng Du's plan! Because of this, the family suffered disaster!"
Liu Zhang had no doubt about Qin Xun's words. Zheng Du was so talented that he was positioned as a counselor, and he was even known as a being comparable to Fazheng!
How could Liu Zhang let such a talent go! The addition of Zheng Du would once again fill his think tank!
"Master Qin, you know Zheng Du so well, you should have some friendship with him, right?"
Qin Xun nodded awkwardly. He did have some selfish motives for recommending Zheng Du.
"Nothing can be hidden from my lord. Our Qin family has some friendship with the Zheng family. Originally, I wanted Zheng Du to come to my Qin family temporarily, but this child has a resolute personality and would rather return to Guanghan than stay with me..."
Sure enough, every top counselor has a unique temperament!
"Master Qin, I happen to be short of a candidate to join the army. I wonder if you can recruit Zheng Du?"
Seeing Liu Zhang's smile, Qin Xun was extremely moved. He didn't expect Liu Zhang to trust him so much!
In fact, Qin Xun really overthought it. Joining the army was just a transitional position for Zheng Du. Liu Zhang's regard for Zheng Du was far beyond Qin Xun's imagination!
"Qin Xun thanks my lord on behalf of Zheng Du!"
Qin Xun had a look of surprise on his face. Zheng Du knew him very well and had great ambitions. He had long wanted to show off his ambitions!
Now that Liu Zhang was paying attention to him, how could Zheng Du refuse?
"Okay! Then I'll leave it to Master Qin!"
Liu Zhang had already made a calculation in his mind. If Qin Xun couldn't recruit Zheng Du, then he would go and invite him himself!
If Zheng Du still refuses to leave the mountain, Liu Zhang does not recommend coming to Guanghan in advance!
"My lord, I also know a great talent. I originally wanted to introduce him to my lord after the new year. Since my lord mentioned this matter today, I don't have to wait any longer."
"Oh? Wen Biao, tell me quickly!"
Liu Zhang was originally satisfied with the news about Zheng Du, but he didn't expect that Wang Shang would also come forward at this time and recommend the two of them at once!
"Yes! My lord, almost all the capable people in Yizhou have already become officials, and those who have not yet become officials are almost all the younger generation!"
Liu Zhang nodded slightly, he understood what Wang Shang said.
The Yizhou aristocratic families are united in nature, and those who are slightly capable will almost always serve as officials with filial piety and integrity. This is also the reason why the officialdom of Yizhou is monopolized by the Yizhou aristocratic families.
"Could it be that those recommended by Wen Piao are also young talents?"
Wang Shang smiled and nodded, confirming Liu Zhang's suspicion.
"My Lord, there is a great talent in Mianzhu right now, but he is not from Yizhou, but moved from Nanjun, Jingzhou last year."
A man from Nanjun in Jingzhou moved his family to Yizhou, and he is still a great talent!
A name suddenly flashed in Liu Zhang's mind, and he looked at Wang Shang with excitement.
"Who exactly is Wenbiao talking about?"
"Dong He, Dong Youzai!"
Sure enough it was him!
Liu Zhang was overjoyed. He didn't expect it to be Dong He!
Speaking of Dong He, many people may not know it well, but if it comes to his son, everyone will definitely know it.
Dong He’s son is one of the famous Four Prime Ministers of Shu Han, Dong Yun!
Although Dong He is not as famous as his son, there is absolutely no doubt about Dong He's ability!
Dong He was an honest man and set an example during his tenure, which greatly improved the culture of advocating luxury. Dong He was easy-going and got along extremely well with the Yizhou barbarians!
In history, both Liu Zhang and Liu Bei entrusted Dong He with important responsibilities!
"Who is the other person?"
If he showed too much enthusiasm, it would inevitably lead to suspicion, so Liu Zhang could only patiently ask people.
"Lord, the second person is from Shifang County, Guanghan County. His surname is Wang Lei. Wang Lei is rigorous and meticulous in his work. People in his hometown say that he is unkind!"
Liu Zhang could no longer hold his temper no matter how hard he suppressed him. He had just received the news about Zheng Du and Dong He. How soon was there news about Wang Lei?
Wang Lei's ability is far inferior to that of Zheng Du and Dong He, but in terms of loyalty to the monarch, it is beyond the reach of anyone!
In order to prevent Liu Zhang from luring the wolf into the house, Wang Lei was even willing to die to wake up Liu Zhang. Such loyal ministers are hard to find in ancient times!
"Are Wang Lei and Wang Changshi the same race?"
Seeing that Liu Zhang had been in a daze, Jia Xu spoke to attract Wang Shang's attention.
Wang Shang understood what Jia Xu meant, and he must be worried that Wang Shang was promoting people from the Wang family. However, Wang Lei had nothing to do with their Wang family, so Wang Shang answered truthfully.
"No, Wang Lei is from Shifang County and I am from Qi County. It doesn't matter."
The simple conversation between Jia Xu and Wang Shang also made Liu Zhang wake up.
"Wen Biao, you must find these two people for me, and at the same time, tell them that I will definitely use them more!"
Wang Shang's eyes twitched. He didn't expect Liu Zhang to be so persistent with the two of them because of his few words.
"Yes, I will definitely recruit the two of them to my lord's command!"
Wang Shang had no pressure to recruit these two people.
Dong He was very interested in his official career, and he would definitely not turn down Liu Zhang's offer when he heard about it!
The Wang family in Shifang County was in decline. Wang Lei's desire to revive the Wang family on his own was simply a fool's errand, and joining Liu Zhang's command was undoubtedly the best choice.
Wang Shang was full of confidence, and so was Liu Zhang.
Liu Zhang, who was known for being weak and cowardly in history, was able to win the loyalty of three people, not to mention that he is so wise and powerful now?
Dong He, Zheng Du, Wang Lei!
The joining of these three people will definitely make the Liu Zhang Group's momentum even more unstoppable!