Three Kingdoms: Liu Bei seeks the master and seeks to conquer the world

Chapter 106 Harvest in the East, the origin of the Zhen family in Zhongshan

Before preaching to the neighboring states, Zheng Ping rehearsed and speculated on possible accidents, and formulated corresponding plans.

Asking the neighboring states to donate money and food is not a desperate move, but the fastest way to gather money and food for the hungry under the current environment.

However, the fastest does not mean the only!

The world situation is changing at any time, and while changes bring risks, they also bring opportunities.

Yanzhou will increase risks, and Xuzhou will also present opportunities.

A good planner should be good at weighing the pros and cons among risks and opportunities, rather than being conservative and unreasonable.

Liu Bei nodded in approval.

Since Tao Qian offered to resettle [-] hungry people, this matter can be discussed.

As long as the goal can be achieved, the method used is not the most important part.

Immediately.

Liu Bei summoned Shuzuo, drafted a document inviting Tao Qian to meet in Langya Kingdom, and sent messengers to Donghai Kingdom in the starry night.

Two days later.

Guan Yu sent people to send news that the chariots and horses escorting Liu Hui had arrived in Qi State.

Liu Bei, who had been prepared for a long time, ordered all Cao officials to gather at the south gate of Linzi City after cleaning up their official duties.

Liu Bei and Zheng Ping each took a carriage and waited ten miles out of Linzi City.

The arrival of Liu Hui means that famous officials and talents outside Qingzhou have begun to recognize Liu Bei as the governor of Qingzhou.

Therefore, Liu Bei must strive for excellence in the etiquette to welcome Liu Hui.

This is not only a courtesy to Liu Hui, but also a courtesy to the world's sages!

It's cold in winter.

The biting cold wind blew on Liu Bei's weather-beaten face, leaving a trace of wind marks.

But Liu Bei did not retreat into the carriage because of this, but stood in front of the carriage, let the cold wind blow and cut, and looked into the distance.

Zheng Ping is also holding a feather fan, and he is in the same row as Liu Bei.

The passing Shizi villagers clustered around curiously and whispered.

"It's Liu Shijun and Zheng Biejia, are they welcoming someone?"

"The one who can make the envoy and Biejia go ten miles out of the city and greet them at the same time must be a well-known talent in the world."

"But I haven't heard that a famous official is coming to Zicheng?"

"Is there any official in this world who is more famous than Duke Kang Cheng? He even asked Liu Shijun and Duke Kang's son to greet him at the same time."

"The Shijun refused to stay in the carriage, but stood in the cold wind and waited quietly. His courtesy is admirable."

"I'm so envious! If I can be treated so courteously by Mr. Liu, I will definitely do my best to repay my kindness."

"Come on, you can write a fluent article first and then talk about Liu Shijun's courtesy."

"Hmph! A sparrow knows the ambition of a great swan, talent does not necessarily have to be a good article."

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Da da da--

There was a sound of hoofs.

In the field of vision, a team of chariots and horses is approaching slowly, and the leading general is Ping Yuan Xiang Yu.

Scholars who knew Guan Yu were even more astonished.

"It's Prime Minister Ping Yuan! Who the hell is in this carriage? Even Prime Minister Ping Yuan has to come and escort him personally!"

"I'm already excited. If I can get this honor, I will only die to repay it!"

"Regardless of who is in this carriage, Liu Shijun's heart of courtesy to the virtuous and virtuous is the same throughout the ages."

"Although I'm not talented, I'd like to do my bit for Mr. Liu, so I'll write a letter to my brother and ask him to come to Qingzhou as soon as possible!"

"I thought you wanted to recommend yourself, but you summoned your elder brother? Hmph, my uncle is also a talented person. When I go back, I invite my uncle to become an official."

"It's as if someone doesn't have talented relatives and friends. My father has been at home for a long time, and I only regret that I haven't met the Ming Lord."

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While the scholars were whispering excitedly, Guan Yu's Yanyue Saber in front of him swung his sword and suppressed the formation.

Just when Liu Hui in the carriage was a little puzzled, he heard a burst of shouting: "Qingzhou Inspector Liu Bei, take Zheng Ping away and wait for Zi Hui Gong!"

Liu Hui was taken aback for a moment, then his expression changed drastically, and he quickly got up and lifted the curtain of the car.

But he saw Liu Bei standing in the cold wind with his hands clasped together, wearing a fur coat.

An indescribable emotion rose spontaneously from the bottom of Liu Hui's heart.

Since being punished by Han Fu to serve corvee at the beginning of the year, Liu Hui has been depressed.

There is nothing more sorrowful than heartbreak, and Liu Hui might not be able to survive this winter if there is no sorrow.

But because of Liu Bei's sudden rise in Qingzhou, Liu Hui, under Ju Shou's persuasion, had a glimmer of hope for Liu Bei in his heart.

Before arriving in Qingzhou, Liu Hui was actually apprehensive.

Because Liu Hui was not sure whether he could get Liu Bei's courtesy.

However, when Guan Yu claimed to be ordered by Liu Bei to treat the magi with courtesy and to meet Liu Hui thirty miles out of the country, Liu Hui already had seven points of approval for Liu Bei in his heart.

But now, seeing Liu Bei waiting quietly in the cold wind again, Liu Hui suddenly felt that the suffering of this year was all for today.

When the heavens will entrust the people with great responsibilities, they must first suffer their minds and wills, labor their muscles and bones, starve their bodies and skin, empty their bodies, and disturb their actions.

Subconsciously, a passage from "Mencius Gao Zi" appeared in Liu Hui's mind.

Liu Hui hurriedly jumped out of the carriage, and quickly came to Liu Bei to return the gift: "Hui is only a hard labor in Jizhou, how can he be such a gift from the envoy!"

Liu Bei helped Liu Hui up, and his tone was sincere and sincere: "Mr. Zihui is a famous official in Jizhou. He is highly respected and self-restraining. Han Fuyong can't use it. Instead, he humiliates Mr. Hui with hard labor, which is infuriating."

"I have prepared the letter from Duke Ju, and I wish I could go to Wei County to meet him in person."

"Although the cold wind blows, it can't extinguish Bei's admiration for Zi Huigong."

"I would like to invite Zi Huigong to serve as the governor of Qingzhou."

Liu Bei has always been very serious about seeking and respecting the virtuous.

Not only on the heart, but also on the track.

Ten miles of cold wind can't extinguish Liu Bei's desire for talents.

Liu Bei's sincere invitation has completely melted away the depression accumulated in Liu Hui's heart.

Those who are underappreciated often have a very strong will in their hearts.

If you can meet a benefactor, you must repay it with all your strength.

This is the case with Liu Hui at this time.

"Hui has been an official for half his life, but he has never met the Lord of Ming Dynasty. Today, he is lucky enough to meet the envoy!" Liu Hui saluted and said with tears in his eyes, "I would like to serve the envoy!"

Liu Bei laughed loudly: "It's Bei's honor to have Zi Huigong's help, and it's also Qingzhou's blessing!"

Zheng Ping also stepped forward to salute: "Junior Zheng Ping, I have met Zi Huigong."

Liu Hui hurriedly replied: "Don't be too humble, the son of Duke Kang Cheng, the world's most outstanding man, Hui Hui dares to call himself an elder."

Zheng Ping said with a smile: "Learners come first and last, and the elders are respected. The younger generation is new to the officialdom, and there are still many things that Zi Huigong needs to mention."

"Don't be magnanimous, the reputation is well-deserved." Liu Hui was even more amazed.

Corporal Liu Bei is Lixian, and Zheng Ping is also open-minded.

Subconsciously, Liu Hui compared Liu Bei with Han Fu, and suddenly felt that the latter was extremely vulgar.

Zheng Ping raised his hand to invite: "It's cold and cold, let the gentleman and Zi Huigong get in the car and talk."

Liu Hui was about to resign, but Liu Bei had already held Liu Hui's arm: "Bei still has a lot of things to do. If you want to have a long talk with Zi Hui, let's ride in the same car."

Seeing Liu Bei's sincere words, Liu Hui's heart was moved to the extreme.

What a blessing to have received such courtesy from the benefactor!
After Liu Bei and Liu Hui boarded the carriage, Zheng Ping came to Guan Yu's side and asked, "Yun Chang, can you get used to the affairs of Pingyuan Kingdom?"

Guan Yu shivered slightly: "With Master Lu's help, there is nothing serious in the territory."

Zheng Ping nodded, and said in a calm voice: "There is a change in Yanzhou. Liu Dai, governor of Yanzhou, killed Qiao Mao, the prefect of Dongjun, and ordered all counties to gather the money and grain shipped to Qingzhou in Dongping Kingdom first."

"But the prefects and prime ministers of the counties in Yanzhou will definitely not obey orders. In order to prevent the internal turmoil in Yanzhou from spreading to Pingyuan Kingdom, you should immediately go to Jibei Kingdom to meet Jibei Prime Minister Cui Yan."

"Tell Cui Yan that if you are in danger, you can ask Qingzhou for help!"

Guan Yu was taken aback: "What do you mean, sir, that Liu Dai might attack and kill Cui Yan?"

Zheng Ping stared slightly: "Be prepared! There is a shortage of food in Qingzhou. If Jibei Kingdom encounters a military disaster, not only will the money and food that Cui Yan promised to envoy you be unable to deliver, but Jibei Kingdom may also experience famine."

"We can't control the places that are too far away from Yanzhou, but Jibei Kingdom and Taishan County can't have military disasters!"

Guan Yu nodded: "Guan understands what Mr. means! As long as Liu Dai dares to launch troops in Jibei Kingdom, Guan will definitely go to dissuade him!"

Zheng Ping exhorted: "Yun Chang, you have to keep in mind that Qingzhou needs time!"

After confessing to Guan Yu, Zheng Ping returned to Linzi City by car.

In Liu Bei's carriage, Liu Hui, who had a long talk with Liu Bei, also had a better understanding of Qingzhou's current predicament.

Knowing that Han Fu was unwilling to support Qian Liang and that Liu Dai was involved in troubles in Yanzhou again, Liu Hui thought for a while and said, "The envoy used to work in Zhongshan County, but have you ever heard of the Zhen family in Zhongshan County?"

Liu Bei nodded: "When I first served as Anxi County Captain, I went to the Zhen family to visit Shangcai Ling Zhengong, but unfortunately, when I went, Zhengong had already passed away."

Liu Hui also felt a little emotional: "Donnie Yen died of illness in less than [-], God is jealous of talents!"

After a pause, Liu Hui said again: "The Zhen family in Zhongshan is a wealthy local family with a lot of money."

"Yen Ziyu passed away early, and the eldest son, Zhen Yao, was a young director. He was quite virtuous and capable, so that you can help him to make a name for himself."

"If the Shijun can promote Zhen Yao as a talented person, and enlist Zhen Yao to serve in Qingzhou, he will definitely get the help of Zhen's money and food."

Liu Bei pondered slightly.

Liu Hui's proposal involved the exchange of interests between Liu Bei and Zhen's.

Liu Bei is now the governor of Qingzhou, and he is qualified to be a talented person.

Promoting Zhen Yao as a talented person, and recruiting Zhen Yao to serve in Qingzhou, this is to make Zhen Yao famous!
What Zhen Yao returned was the most urgently needed money and food in Qingzhou.

"Zi Huigong, although I have met Zhen Yao once, but I don't have a deep friendship."

"Although there is an intention to recommend recruiting, Zhen Yao may not come."

Liu Bei was a little worried.

If you can get money and food from Zhen's family, why waste a talent quota?
Liu Hui laughed: "Don't worry, I am friendly with Zhen Ziyu since we were young. When I write a book and send it to Zhongshan County, Zhen Yao will definitely agree."

Liu Bei was overjoyed: "It will be a blessing to all the people of Qingzhou if we can get money and food from the Zhen family!"

It would be a lie to say no surprises.

Liu Bei never expected that Liu Hui had a close friendship with the Zhen family.

The mulberry elm is lost, and the eastern corner is harvested.

This Han Fu's unwillingness to support money and food made Liu Bei accidentally get Liu Hui, a talented and talented person, and the first thing Liu Hui did when he came to Qingzhou was to give Liu Bei a big gift.

Make friends with the Zhongshan Zhen family!

When Liu Bei was the captain of Anxi County, although he asked to visit the Zhen family, at that time he was very quiet and Zhen Yi passed away. Although the young Zhen Yao was polite, he only had a nodding acquaintance with Liu Bei.

At that time, Liu Bei was not yet qualified to marry the Zhongshan Zhen family.

But it's different now, Liu Bei is now the governor of Qingzhou, with a high position and authority, and he was introduced by Liu Hui, which made it much easier to make friends with a wealthy family like the Zhen family in Zhongshan.

Back in Linzi City, Liu Bei told Zheng Ping about it.

Zheng Ping was also a little surprised.

Although Liu Hui was also from Zhongshan County, Zheng Ping did not associate Liu Hui with the Zhen family.

After all, people from the same county may also be enemies.

"Zi Huigong, does the Zhen family have a daughter to marry?" Zheng Ping approached and asked in a low voice.

Liu Hui said knowingly: "Zhen Yi has an eldest daughter named Jiang who hasn't left the court yet. There are four other daughters who are still young. It's just that Liu Shijun has married King Pingyuan's niece. The eldest daughter of the Zhen family may not be willing to be a concubine."

After all, she is the daughter of a wealthy family. If she is married as a concubine, she will be more or less ashamed.

Zheng Ping chuckled: "Who can say for sure what will happen in the future? What's more, the person who is married may not necessarily be an envoy."

Liu Hui nodded knowingly: "I see! I understand what you mean. If there is anyone who can help, I will do it wholeheartedly."

With the addition of Liu Hui, the efficiency of government affairs in the Governor's Mansion has become even higher.

Liu Hui was in Jizhou before, and he is also very skilled in the government affairs process, and the approval of various Cao documents is often sharp.

Zheng Ping also took advantage of the opportunity to assign part of the concurrent government affairs to Liu Hui.

At the same time, Zheng Ping asked Ni Heng to write an article of praise, spreading the story of Liu Bei's ten miles of welcoming talents with wonderful articles.

Mi Heng already admired Liu Bei, so naturally he didn't refuse, and wrote an "Ode to Seeking Virtue" heartily.

Hundreds of words are eloquent, and they put Liu Bei's achievements in Qingzhou, the sage Liu Hui coming after hearing the news, Liu Bei's ten miles to welcome the sage, worshiping Liu Hui as the ruler, etc., all in "Seeking the Sage".

Zheng Ping also ordered people to copy hundreds of copies of "Fu of Seeking Talents", and sent clever cronies to Qingzhou, Xuzhou, Jizhou and Yanzhou to promote it.

"Seeking Virtuous Fu" has a brilliant literary talent, and the stories in it are adapted from real stories, which are quickly passed down among scholars.

Langya County.

A boy with a slightly long face was walking on the official road carrying a belt of grain and rice.

Although the weather is cold, the young man walks vigorously. There is no decadence between his brows, but his eyes are more resolute than ordinary people.

"Ajin, have you gone to Mi's to borrow food again?"

"If you are short of food, you don't go to the clan, but go to the Mi family to borrow food. Isn't this affronting your identity?"

A middle-aged man in brocade clothes was slightly dissatisfied.

But the young man is courteous: "Don't dare to bother my uncle, Donghai Mi Zizhong is not a mediocre person."

The middle-aged man snorted coldly with disdain: "It's just a wealthy clan who cultivated land and spent money to buy a private car. How can it compare with my Langya Zhuge clan?"

The young man seemed unwilling to argue with the middle-aged man, so he just saluted and went home.

"Tch! Once Zhuge Gui died, his son would treat him like this, it's really insulting to the family!" The middle-aged man sneered, ignored the young man, and left.

The young man sighed, and pushed open the courtyard door with some peeling paint.

　Can you guess the plot?Zheng Ping: Dig, dig hard!
　　
　
(End of this chapter)