Yi Ji also took a deep look at Lu Xuan. He was worthy of being in charge of a county at such a young age. How could he be simply flattering? If Lu Xuan was simply flattering, he would not be able to defeat Yuan Shu.
Yiji shook his head in his heart.
This person.
I'm afraid of comparing myself to others.
Think about Mi Heng, who is around 20 years old. He lives in his own ignorant and fearless world all day long, focusing on inciting hatred, constantly offending people, and making enemies everywhere he looks. Moreover, Mi Heng likes to hear good things and listen to
When others praise you, you become self-righteous and believe that your talent and knowledge are unparalleled in the world.
You Heng is the most pitiable person.
The person in front of you is truly powerful.
Yi Ji and Lu Xuan had no conflicts and their relationship was okay. He didn't say anything more and just watched quietly.
Kuai Yue was also a little surprised by Lu Xuan's words.
At the end of August, he went to Lujiang County on behalf of Liu Biao. At that time, Lujiang County was busy with the autumn harvest. There were harvest scenes everywhere, and the people were very busy. It was not that they were not fully clothed and food hungry.
Lu Xuan is really...
Not simple!
Kuai Yue looked at Lu Xuan, then at Liu Biao, and made a comparison. His lord was also good and capable, but he was afraid of being compared with others.
Kuai Yue lowered his eyebrows and lowered his eyes, saying nothing.
After Liu Biao heard what Lu Xuan said, he was surprised that Lu Xuan actually cried and sold himself out of poverty. But Liu Biao thought about it, Lujiang County was attacked by Sun Ce and Yuan Shu, and they fought one after another.
In war, food is consumed.
War consumes human lives.
Lu Xuan only had one county in Lujiang County, it was not like he owned a state, and he had the full support of the Kuai family and the Cai family. Lu Xuan relied on himself and had to fight Yuan Shu, which would cost him a lot.
In the twelfth lunar month of winter, the weather is freezing and there are many refugees. This is normal.
After Liu Biao thought about it, he smiled and said, "Xianxi, is the situation in Lujiang County really so difficult?"
"Uncle, if Lujiang County doesn't encounter attacks from Sun Ce and Yuan Shu this year, there should be no problem. After all, when my father was in charge of Lujiang County, he had good government and people, which left me with some foundation."
"However, after I took over the reins of Lujiang County, because of my young age, I could not control the situation, and a rebellion broke out between the governor Zhang Xiong. Later, some meritorious officials from Lujiang County opposed me. There were two consecutive internal strifes, which resulted in great losses."
"Following that, there were two more major wars, which consumed too much food."
"Another point is that for the self-protection of Lujiang County, I had to expand the army and the number of soldiers, resulting in a shortage of food and grass supplies, so I was in trouble everywhere. Winter has come, refugees have appeared, and the people are in difficulty. I can't solve it, so I beg my uncle for help.
"
Liu Biao listened to Lu Xuan's miserable words and nodded with an expression of approval.
Everything Lu Xuan said made sense.
Internal conflicts will definitely lead to internal friction. External wars will also consume money and food.
Lu Xuan is indeed in difficulty.
Liu Biao thought that he was the shepherd of Jingzhou, and his good nephew came to Xiangyang for a banquet, so he asked him for help in private. If he didn't express it, wouldn't it mean that he, the shepherd of Jingzhou, had an unworthy reputation?
Liu Biao was thinking about how much food he should give.
Twenty to thirty thousand shi of grain is enough.
"Uncle, there are too many refugees in Lujiang County, and there is too much food and supplies shortage. Without fifty or sixty thousand shi of food, there is no way to solve the problem. I also heard that it is not easy for my uncle to be in charge of Jingzhou. Money is needed everywhere. Just see
Just give me a little, no matter how much, uncle's great kindness, Lu Xuan will always remember it in his heart."
"On behalf of the countless refugees in Lujiang County, I would like to thank my uncle for his great kindness."
Lu Xuan folded his hands and bowed in salute.
Liu Biao's cheeks twitched. He wanted to give him 20,000 to 30,000 shi of food, but he didn't expect the gap to be even bigger.
Liu Biao was also heroic and did not want to lose his face, so he said: "My dear nephew, my Jingzhou is not as small as your Lujiang County. For me, a little grain is not worth mentioning. You want fifty or sixty thousand stone grain, I
I’ll give you 60,000 shi of food.”
Lu Xuanqing said with sincere gratitude: "Uncle's great kindness, Lu Xuan will keep it in mind. When I return to Lujiang County, I must spread the news to the entire Lujiang County, so that the refugees in Lujiang County can build a shrine for my uncle day and night.
Pray and thank my uncle for his life-saving grace."
Liu Biao laughed when he heard this, waved his hand and said, "Everyone has compassion. The people of Lujiang County are sad, and it is natural for me to help."
Kuai Yue's cheeks twitched as he heard this.
As it should be?
This is not one or two thousand shi of grain, but 60,000 shi of grain, which is millions of kilograms of grain. This is not a small amount. Kuai Yue looked at Lu Xuan. He wanted to speak to dissuade him, but thinking of his relationship with Lu Xuan, he stopped talking.
If so, he swallowed it back.
He has a good relationship with Lu Xuan, which is equivalent to the relationship between the Kuai family and Lu Xuan. Once he tries to dissuade him, he will hate Lu Xuan.
Not a good deal!
People in Yiji who knew Liu Biao were very considerate and could never go back on what they promised.
Therefore, Yi Ji didn't say much.
Lu Xuan's eyes were urgent and he said: "Uncle, it is already December, and countless people in Lujiang County are waiting for food to save their lives. When will this batch of food be sent to Lujiang County?"
Liu Biao said: "Kuai Yue, you personally arrange the food matter. You must arrange it as soon as possible."
"I humble my duty and obey my orders."
Kuai Yue nodded in reply.
Lu Xuan once again cupped his hands and thanked Liu Biao.
In Lu Xuan's eyes, Liu Biao is a good man. A few words can be exchanged for a large amount of food, which is worth it. If he gets the food and sends it back to Lujiang County, he can save the lives of countless people and accept countless refugees.
No matter what, it’s a good deal.
Liu Biao picked up the wine glass, waved his hand and said, "My dear nephew, come and have a drink."
"Uncle please."
Lu Xuan raised his glass and returned the favor.
This banquet was very lively with Liu Biao's courteous corporal, Lu Xuan's praise, and Kuai Yue's active atmosphere from time to time. While the banquet was in progress, there was a sound of footsteps.
An attendant came in, walked to Liu Biao's side, and whispered something, and Liu Biao nodded.
The attendant withdrew and Liu Biao said with a smile: "My dear nephew, my dear wife heard that you were coming and was quite curious. After all, Mr. Lujiang is a man of great literary talent and she wants to meet you."
After Lu Xuan heard this, his heart flashed with lightning.
Women cannot attend normal banquets. If there is a relationship and the relationship between the two parties is very close, they can meet the women at home. Regarding the current relationship between Lu Xuan and Liu Biao, Liu Biao directly talks about Cai's affairs, which shows that Cai is very favored by Liu Biao.
It is normal for an old husband and a young wife.
Lu Xuan's expression remained humble and gentle, and he smiled and said, "It's my nephew's honor that my aunt wants to see me."
Liu Biao nodded with satisfaction.
Not long after, there was a sound of footsteps. Lu Xuan followed the sound and looked around. At the gate, a woman in her late thirties entered.
This woman is Cai, the second sister of Cai Mao. She has an oval face and a pair of charming eyes. She is very attractive. Her chest is even more bulging, making her look enchanting. As she walks, her enchanting figure sways, seducing people.
A very sexy impression.
No wonder it captured Liu Biao's heart.
Lu Xuan sighed secretly in his heart.
He looked calm, his eyes were clear, and he looked like he had no desires or desires. But Lu Xuan's heart was already alive. Cai could do some work here, take the wife route, and take the pillow style route.
If Cai could speak for him, it would be more beneficial to Lu Xuan.
In the blink of an eye, Mrs. Cai walked up to Liu Biao, bowed, sat down, and said with a smile: "Husband, they all say that Lu Langfeng of Lujiang County is handsome, handsome, and unparalleled in talent. His appearance is indeed not bad, and he has the demeanor of my husband when he was young. But,
I don’t know what your talent is?”
Liu Biao stroked his beard and smiled, and said proudly: "My nephew is certainly worthy of his name."
Lu Xuandao: "My uncle and aunt have received awards, but they are all in vain and are not worth mentioning. What I am good at are all small things. Only people like my uncle who come from the Imperial Academy, and who are authentically from the Imperial Academy, are the real scholars and rich people."
Liu Biao said: "My dear nephew, your mouth is so sweet."
Mrs. Cai smiled coquettishly, took the conversation, and asked, "My dear nephew is good at composing poems. Since you are here today, can you compose a poem for me?"
Her eyes were straight and shining.
With expectation.
Liu Biao flicked his sleeves and said: "My dear nephew, my beloved wife wants a poem. You are reluctant to compose one for her. As long as you finish it and satisfy my beloved wife, I will give you the grain from Lujiang County."
Add another ten thousand stones."
Lu Xuan's eyes lit up and he said quickly: "In that case, I would like to thank you uncle."
Liu Biao joked: "You have to be satisfied."
Lu Xuan stood up and said: "I guarantee that I will satisfy my uncle and aunt. This is what I have always been good at."
At this moment, all eyes were focused on Lu Xuan.
Liu Biao, Cai Shi, Kuai Yue and Yi Ji were all waiting for Lu Xuan to write poems and for news from Lu Xuan.
Lu Xuan walked back and forth three steps, suddenly laughed, and said, "Uncle, aunt, I have it."
Liu Biao said urgently: "Quick, let's talk and listen."
Ms. Cai's eyes turned, her eyebrows expressed emotion, her charming eyes shone with anticipation.
Lu Xuandao: "The poem I wrote for my aunt is called "Giving to the Cai Family"."
When Cai heard this, she frowned a little.
The name is too common.
Doesn’t seem good?
When Mrs. Cai heard Lu Xuan said that she had it, she had great expectations in her heart. She felt that it would be great. But now, when she heard the name, her expectations in her heart were lowered. She slightly pursed her red lips, and there was a hint of coquettishness in her eyes.
review.
Lu Xuan's expression was as usual, and he said calmly: "A branch of red dew is fragrant, and the clouds and rain in Wushan are in vain. May I ask who in the Han Palace looks like it? It's a pity that Feiyan is leaning on her new makeup."
"Okay, well written!"
Ms. Cai laughed.
This smile is like a hundred flowers blooming.
Cai was extremely shocked.
This poem is so good.
Just now, she thought Lu Xuan's poems were not good because the names were too ordinary. But now, she was shocked by her birthday.
Lu Xuan wrote that her beauty is like a red peony with fragrant fragrance and dew. Compared with her, the Wushan goddess can only be compared to her. Even Zhao Feiyan in the Han Palace can only barely compare with her new makeup.
This is so well written.
After Mrs. Cai heard this, her charming face relaxed, she smiled coquettishly, her delicate body trembled slightly, and she said happily: "My husband, my nephew's talent is indeed worthy of the reputation. Before, I was a little unconvinced, but now it seems that the reputation is well-deserved.
"
Liu Biao was happy to see his beloved wife, and a proud look appeared on his slightly aged face.
"My nephew's talent is beyond doubt."
Liu Biao praised Lu Xuan very much and said, "Otherwise, why would I invite my nephew here?"
Lu Xuan said humbly: "Uncle and aunt have been praised. They are just small things and not worth mentioning. I heard that the soldiers under my uncle's command are strong and well-equipped. Our Lujiang County is weak, and we have to guard against Yuan Shu's attack. In addition to insufficient food, we also need a large number of
Armor. But I also know that it will not be easy for my uncle. I hope to buy five thousand sets of armor from my uncle. As for the price, my uncle has the final say."
Liu Biao hesitated after hearing this.
Food is a consumable product.
Even if 70,000 shi of grain were given, it would be gone in a short time because there were a large number of refugees in Lujiang County and they had to be used for the army.
However, armor is different.
Armor is not easily destroyed.
If the armor is given to Lu Xuan, it will soon be equipped with Lu Xuan's soldiers, which will increase the combat effectiveness of Lu Xuan's army.
Cai Shi smiled sweetly and said: "Husband, we are all members of our own family. Think about it, if your nephew has a foothold in Lujiang County and can block Yuan Shu, it will be good for your husband. Otherwise, Yuan Shu will come to Jingzhou and cause trouble again. Let's talk about it.
, Just talk about money and go out. My nephew needs it, so it’s okay to give him a five thousand apartment."
Lu Xuan solemnly said: "Auntie's kindness, Lu Xuan is very grateful. It's just that armor is not easy to make, so I should give this money. Otherwise, wouldn't it be wasted by my uncle? This money is not small for Jingzhou."
"
Ms. Cai looked at Liu Biao with hope in her eyes.
Liu Biao couldn't lose face in front of his beloved wife. He flicked his sleeves and said directly: "My good wife said I would give it to you, so I will give it to you. My dear nephew, I will give you 70,000 shi of grain and five thousand sets of armor."
