Chengdu, the center of Yizhou, was now controlled by Jingzhou, and all Liu Zhang's wives and children in the city were sent to Shangyong.
Although all matters in Yizhou were left to Zhuge Liang, Zhuge Liang had just arrived in Yizhou after all and was not too familiar with matters in Yizhou. Moreover, Zhuge Liang was an outsider to Yizhou after all, so before leaving, Liu Qi asked Zhang Song to punish the two.
He stayed behind to help Zhuge Liang stabilize Yizhou as soon as possible.
Although Liu Zhang and his army returned to Jingzhou, the various places in Yizhou were not stable. They had reached a temporary agreement with Liu Zhang before, but by this time Yizhou had been merged into Jingzhou, and the previous agreement was naturally no longer binding.
For Jingzhou, if we want to stabilize Jingzhou as soon as possible at this time, it is not to stabilize Yizhou internally, but to guard against aggression from outside Yizhou.
Liu Qi left Gan Ning and Huang Zhong behind just in case, and all the tens of thousands of troops who followed Liu Qi to conquer Yizhou this time also stayed in Yizhou, plus the tens of thousands of Yizhou troops who surrendered before, Liu Qi was not worried
What happens in Yizhou? Even if Zheng Du and Li Yan secretly cause trouble, they cannot be the opponents of Zhuge Liang, Fazheng, and Zhang Song.
When he arrived in Xiangyang, it was already two days later. After a short rest, Liu Qi met Ju Shou and others.
"I have met Mr. Zhou Mu." As soon as Jushou entered the hall, he saw Liu Qi standing with a smile. He sighed in his heart and bowed to salute. The last time he saw Liu Qi, Liu Qi was not Jingzhou Mu. He was just a eldest son.
Unexpectedly, in just a few months, Liu Qi not only inherited Jingzhou Mu, but also more than doubled the power of Jingzhou.
Compared to Jushou's sigh, Zhang Zha and others beside him were slightly shocked. What they saw along the way was enough to shock them.
The tall piles of grain, grass and baggage in Wancheng, the tens of thousands of troops stationed in Wancheng, and the Feilong Guards, known as Jingzhou's two elite cavalry, all made a few people faintly shocked.
And all the way from Wancheng to here, the people lived and worked in peace and contentment. Although there were no soldiers and horses passing by Chicheng, the entire Jingzhou was extremely peaceful, which was really different from the war and chaos in other places.
"I have met Mr. Zhou Mu." Zhang Jia and others also bowed and saluted.
"Haha, I have heard of your names a long time ago. It is really a blessing for Jingzhou to come to Jingzhou this time." Looking at the more than ten people in the main hall, Liu Qi was also full of joy.
Not to mention other people, Zhang Jia and Ju Shou are already quite impressive. These people coming to Jingzhou will definitely be able to fill the vacancies of Jingzhou officials. Although Liu Qi has begun to select a large number of talents, people like Zhang Jia and Ju Shou
It cannot be found through selection.
"Master Zhou Mu is so complimentary."
Jushou smiled bitterly. They arrived in Jingzhou at this time, but their position was a bit awkward. Zhuge Liang, Pang Tong, Xu Shu and others under Liu Qi were all rare counselors, and Zhao Yun, Gan Ning and others were also rare generals. Even these
No one cares, but their arrival will inevitably cause dissatisfaction among Liu Qi's forces.
No matter how Liu Qi arranges them, it will arouse doubts from others.
"It's your first time to come to Xiangyang. You can rest in Xiangyang for a few days. Now it's the time for employment in Jingzhou. Since you have chosen Jingzhou, I will not let you down. Your official positions will be arranged later. This matter
Please bear with me for a moment."
Liu Qi raised his hands to several people and said, Jingzhou has just pacified Yizhou. Although there are many places to employ people, since they have just arrived in Jingzhou, rashly assigning positions to a few people will definitely cause criticism.
It is well known to the world, but it is still quite famous.
"Lord Zhou Mu, you're very polite." Jushou said with a cupped hand. Although he didn't know the situation in Jingzhou, it was indeed inappropriate for him and others to suddenly appear here and hold important official positions. No matter how great Liu Qi's authority was in Jingzhou, it would be inappropriate.
It may eliminate the resentment in the hearts of everyone under his command.
"Master Zhou Mu, General Gao is still in Jizhou. How about the food and fodder for the army?" Jushou said with some worry.
Liu Qi nodded and looked at Xu Shu. Xu Shu had already told him about Gao Lan's stay in Jizhou. Xu Shu was secretive and unwilling to talk about the food and grass matters. He just said that someone would prepare the food and grass. Although he didn't know
Why did Xu Shu do this, but Liu Qi still chose to believe Xu Shu.
Seeing Liu Qi looking at him, Xu Shu raised his hands to Ju Shou and said, "Don't worry, sir, someone will definitely deliver the food and grass that General Gao needs."
"Thank you Yuan Zhi." Ju Shou said with cupped hands. Since Xu Shu said so, there must be no problem with the army's food and fodder.
"Then I'll take my leave first." Jushou stood up and said.
After sending a few people out, Liu Qi took Xu Shu back to the study. Not long after, Jia Xu and Xin Xianying came after hearing the news.
"Can you please tell me about the situation of each prince?" Liu Qi asked after a few people sat down.
"My lord, Yuan Shao has lost nine out of ten of his forces after this defeat, and Cao Cao took the opportunity to capture most of the city under his command. Although Yuan Shao has ordered Ju Yi to lead the army to resist Cao Cao's attack, he cannot withstand it for long. However, Yuan Shao is
Jizhou and other places have been operating for many years and their subordinates are extremely powerful. It will take some time for Cao Cao to completely defeat Yuan Shao." Jia Xu spoke first.
"Ju Yi?" Liu Qi was slightly surprised. He didn't expect that Yuan Shao had a general under his command who could withstand Cao Cao's fierce attack at this time.
"My lord, this Ju Yi has been leading troops to fight against the Qiang people all year round. His soldiers and horses are all the best among the best. Moreover, this Ju Yi has even formed a group of soldiers and horses called Euphorbia soldiers. They have always been invincible in all battles.
He is very famous in Jizhou and other places." Seeing Liu Qi's surprise, Xu Shu explained that he had spent several months in Jizhou and got to know everyone under Yuan Shao's command, including Ju Yi.
"Euphorian warrior!" Liu Qi narrowed his eyes. Ju Yi might not be able to remember it for a moment, but he knew the name of the Euphorbia warrior.
"Although Ju Yi is brave, he is extremely arrogant. Yuan Shao is even more angry with him. If Ju Shou and others had not stopped him, I am afraid that Ju Yi would have been killed by Yuan Shao! Moreover, this man was extremely respectful to Tian Feng.
"This time Yuan Shao imprisoned Tian Feng, it is very likely that he was provoked by this person." Xu Shu was not in a hurry and told all of Ju Yi's weaknesses, which was obviously a thorough investigation of Ju Yi.
"Tian Feng?" Liu Qi shook his head. Although this man was very talented, he didn't know how to serve as a minister. With Yuan Shao's face-saving character and Tian Feng's sharp mouth, I'm afraid Tian Feng would be doomed this time.
"My lord, Tian Feng, my subordinates have persuaded him several times. He is already die-hardly loyal to Yuan Shao." Xu Shu shook his head and sighed.
"No problem." Liu Qi waved his hand. Liu Qi never thought that this person would surrender to Jingzhou.
"In your opinion, how long can Yuan Shao resist Cao Cao?" Liu Qi was most concerned about time. He didn't want Yuan Shao to become big, but he didn't want Cao Cao to become big either. The only thing he could do was to keep Cao Cao fighting. Only in this way can he
It can continuously consume the power resources in Cao Cao's hands until they are exhausted.
"My lord, although Yuan Shao has troops, he still has some background. Cao Cao should not be able to conquer Jizhou within three years. However, Yuan Shao has been sick from time to time before. After experiencing this failure this time, once he dies, the entire Jizhou will surely be destroyed."
It will fall apart and give Cao Cao an opportunity."
Xu Shu said with a serious look on his face, Yuan Shao could still suppress Jizhou and prevent it from unrest by relying on Yuan Shao's reputation, but once Yuan Shao dies, his three sons will definitely compete for power, and they will easily be controlled by Cao Cao.
Break.
"That's less than three years. In that case, let's count it as one year. Although our power in Jingzhou is not weaker than Cao Cao's, Cao Cao's power is expanding very fast. It will take some time to catch up with Cao Cao and surpass him."
Liu Qi said helplessly. Although the annexation of Yizhou has greatly increased his strength, Cao Cao's power has also increased greatly, and the power under Cao Cao is already much stronger than Jingzhou.
"Is there any news about the other princes?" Liu Qi turned to look at Xian Jia Xu.
"My lord, Ma Teng and Han Sui have been fighting in Liangzhou for several months. Both sides have their own victories and defeats. Although Ma Teng now has a certain advantage, it is not enough to suppress and annex Han Sui. Since Jiangdong Sun Ce captured Jiujiang County
After that, he could no longer move forward, and now he has been firmly restrained by Sima Yi. But the other princes are still watching and making no move." Jia Xu cupped his hands and said.
"Liangzhou?" Liu Qi nodded. When he first funded Liangzhou's grain and grass, he wanted Han Sui and Ma Teng to fight to the death. Now it seems to have been successful.
"If we send troops into Liangzhou now, what are the chances of winning Liangzhou?" Liu Qi frowned and asked.
"This... is a bit troublesome. Ma Teng and Han Sui are both men who are accustomed to fighting. Moreover, the people of Liangzhou are fierce and there are many cavalry, which has always been difficult to tame. It is difficult to capture Liangzhou.
"Xu Shu shook his head and said with some embarrassment.
"Although it is difficult, it is not impossible. If we first join forces with Ma Teng to defeat Han Sui, and then take the opportunity to defeat Ma Teng, we have a slight chance of winning." Beside Liu Qi, Xin Xianying, who had been silent, said.
"Although this strategy is feasible, it is somewhat risky. We have very few cavalry in Jingzhou. If we get involved in the battle in Liangzhou, the casualties will definitely be heavy." Xu Shu frowned and said, Jingzhou's infantry will definitely suffer losses when fighting with Liangzhou's cavalry.
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"We can get some horses from the Ma Teng place, and even borrow some cavalry." Xin Xianying said.
"This plan is feasible." Jia Xu nodded.
"Well, in that case, wait until the situation in Yizhou is stabilized before sending troops to Liangzhou." Liu Qi said.
"In addition, the army has been fighting for years, and there will definitely be insufficient supplies of food, grass, baggage, and soldiers. This matter needs a safe method." Liu Qi suddenly said, although the granary has been successfully built, it cannot be inexhaustible. The most important thing for the big account is
people.
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