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

Chapter 224 Qianlong came out of the abyss, Xuzhou Mu should change

As long as Lu Zhi can live a few more days, it will not be Wang Yun's turn to exercise power in the court.

There are many ways to solve the chaos in Guanzhong, but Wang Yun chose the most radical and risky one.

What Lu Zhi hoped to solve was the chaos in the entire Han family, not just the chaos in Guanzhong.

At this last moment, Lu Zhi chose to believe in Liu Bei and his personal disciple Guan Yu.

Liu Bei was so shocked that he couldn't help but feel his shoulders sink.

If in the past, Liu Bei wanted to help the Han Dynasty and stabilize the world, it was just an ambition in his heart.

This kind of ambition is not limited to Liu Bei alone.

Liu Yu, Yuan Shao, Cao Cao, and even Yuan Shu all had such ambitions.

But now, this is not just a personal ambition, but also includes Lu Zhi's final entrustment and the emperor's ardent expectations.

"The world is in chaos. I don't know how many loyal ministers and righteous men have shed blood and sacrificed their heads to stabilize the world."

"I, Liu Bei, started from a humble beginning, but I dare not forget for a moment my great ambition of helping the world."

"How could you lose your vigor at this time?"

Liu Bei's eyes became firm.

If you want to help the world, it is impossible for everything to go your way.

Since Yuan Shu withdrew his troops from Luoyang, Lu Zhi, who was in danger, had already embarked on a road of no return.

Even if Liu Bei wanted to help Lu Zhi, it was beyond his reach.

Just as Zheng Ping said: Qingzhou is remote, and it is difficult to discuss the situation with the emperor in Chang'an.

There is no one in the court, and the foreign generals are in trouble.

Even if Liu Bei was a loyal and righteous man who was dedicated to helping the Han Dynasty, in the eyes of the small and medium-sized human rights officials in the court, Liu Bei was just an "ambitious foreign general."

Standing on the city tower, Zheng Ping swayed his feather fan lightly, and had a clear grasp of the general trend of the world.

"The envoy sent Ju to Tancheng to persuade Tao Qian to let the people living in the East China Sea relocate back to Qingzhou. He wanted to delay the time so that Cao Cao would not dare to attack rashly?" Zheng Ping said slowly.

Liu Bei nodded: "I wanted to discuss with Xianmou, but Xianmou had just returned to Linzi City, and the horses and carriages were exhausted, so I couldn't bear to be disturbed. So I discussed the countermeasures with Yuan Hao and Gonghe."

"Xian Mou thinks, is this method feasible?"

Zheng Ping shook his head: "Cao Cao is a jackal, how can he give up the fat on his lips easily? If Cao Cao endured it, he would not be Cao Cao."

Liu Bei was taken aback: "Since Xianmou is determined to be unsuccessful, why didn't he say anything to stop it?"

Zheng Ping's eyes were deep: "Qingzhou has been biased towards people's livelihood for the past three years."

"The emperor exercised power inside, and rarely intervened in Qingzhou's military and political affairs, so that the civil and military generals generally acted with the idea of ​​'avoiding Qingzhou from being affected by Chiyu'."

"It's not that Yuan Hao and Gong Yu couldn't come up with a better strategy, but that they couldn't be sure whether you have the idea of ​​supervising Xuzhou."

"Taking advantage of this dispute between Cao Cao and Tao Qian, as well as the bestowal of festivals by the Son of Heaven and the title of Marquis by Yun Chang, it is time for the envoy to demonstrate to the civil and military of Qingzhou your ambition to swallow the world."

"When the news of the civil strife in Guanzhong spread, Yuan Shao and Gongsun Zan in the north will definitely decide the outcome."

"Of course, although Gongsun Zan has martial arts strategy, he lacks wisdom. He is no match for Yuan Shao."

"Once Yuan Shao is in charge of Youji, and the envoy has not shown his ambition to the civil and military forces of Qingzhou, even the powerful nobles in Qingzhou who have been favored by the envoy will have many people who want to seek wealth that the envoy cannot give."

Zheng Ping directly seeks people's hearts.

The general trend of the world, the long-term must be united.

This troubled world will eventually be quelled.

Therefore, who to support to quell this troubled world has become a matter of careful consideration for the powerful gentry everywhere.

For the powerful gentry in Qingzhou, Liu Bei has indeed made great contributions to restoring the people's livelihood in Qingzhou.

However, once people eat and drink enough, they will breed more desires.

If the wealth gained by following Liu Bei is less than that obtained by following Yuan Shao, and the risk is greater than that of following Yuan Shao, then someone will definitely collude with Yuan Shao secretly.

It's not about loyalty, it's about future.

After all, the powerful nobles in Qingzhou are neither Liu Bei's retainers nor Liu Bei's former disciples, and there is no such thing as loyalty.

Liu Bei was stunned when he heard the words, and understood Zheng Ping's intention: "Xianmou wants to take advantage of this opportunity to let Tao Qian die at the hands of Cao Cao?"

"But in this way, many scholars and common people in Xuzhou will suffer from the struggle between Cao Cao and Tao Qian."

"I agree with Ju Gong's strategy, just hoping to give Tao Qian more time to strengthen his defense."

Zheng Ping shook his head: "The envoy's benevolence is the blessing of the common people, but the envoy doesn't know Cao Cao very well."

"Cao Cao's army is strictly organized and the laws are strict. He often uses military orders to restrain his generals with the military order 'the one who surrounds and then surrenders will not be pardoned'."

"At the time of turmoil, the world is full of clouds, and those who surround and surrender later will not be forgiven. They can demonstrate to the world and open their way to benefit, so that they will not be besieged."

"Although this law is harsh, its original intention is to reduce resistance, reduce deaths, stop killing with killing, and rule after chaos."

"If the envoy gives Tao Qian time, all the generals in the cities of Xuzhou will definitely resist Cao Cao desperately."

"If Cao Cao breaks the city, it is very likely that he will do massacres, so as to deter the rest of the city guards."

Liu Bei exclaimed: "Cao Cao is also quite loyal, how could he do such a massacre?"

Zheng Ping's eyes were burning: "Soldiers are murder weapons, warriors are vicious weapons. This is an ominous weapon, not a gentleman's weapon, so use it if you can't."

"Although Cao Cao has a heart of loyalty, the use of troops is inherently dangerous. Not everyone can act like a gentleman and destroy a city without disturbing the people."

Liu Bei was silent for a long time, and sighed: "I never thought that my benevolent heart would make the common people suffer."

Zheng Pingdao: "If you want Xuzhou's scholars and common people to suffer less, you can only change Xuzhou to a state shepherd!"

"Other than that, there is no other way!"

Liu Bei's eyes gradually became firm.

Last time, it was another governor of Yanzhou.

This time, it was Xuzhou Mu.

Although the means are different, the purpose is the same.

Tao Qian was not armed enough, no matter how he strengthened his defenses, he couldn't resist Cao Cao.

On the contrary, Xuzhou would anger Cao Cao because of Tao Qian's stubbornness, and make Xuzhou's soldiers and people suffer from military disasters.

If you want to protect Xuzhou's scholars and people, you must let Xuzhou have a state shepherd with strong military capabilities, so that any Xiaoxiao dare not dare to offend the country lightly.

"How does Xianmou plan to act?" Liu Bei asked solemnly.

The potential dragon comes out of the abyss, and the caged bird flies to the sky.

Although Liu Bei's tone at the moment was a little less benevolent, it was also a little more mighty.

Viciousness flashed in Zheng Ping's eyes: "How Jiao He died, Tao Qian died! Kill a person, save a city!"

Liu Bei is awe-inspiring.

Although Jiao He died at the hands of the Yellow Turban, it was Zheng Ping who secretly plotted.

Liu Bei also knew about this matter.

Zheng Ping's plan made Tao Qian die at the hands of Cao Cao, and then he took control of Xuzhou smoothly!

Tao Qian is dead, Cao Cao's revenge is naturally over!

Liu Bei took a deep breath, and the hesitation in his eyes gradually disappeared: "Let's follow Xianmou's words and make the layout for this purpose."

Tao Qian can't live because of his own crimes, and Liu Bei doesn't have to run around for Tao Qian.

If Tao Qian died alone, save the city of Xuzhou.

Such a trade-off is acceptable to Liu Bei.

After a pause, Liu Bei asked again: "Xianmou, I think Mr. Gongda seems to have the intention of staying in Qingzhou, but I am afraid that Mr. Gongda's intention will be misunderstood."

Zheng Ping chuckled: "Every great sage will choose the master and serve. Xun Gongda is a generous man, so that you can make friends with your heart."

"As long as Xun Gongda is still in Qingzhou, there is a possibility of becoming an official in Qingzhou."

Liu Bei nodded: "I'm worrying too much this time."

Zheng Ping did not let Liu Bei withdraw Jushou.

Jushou's plan is a clear plan.

Zheng Ping's plan is a secret plan.

One bright and one dark, one virtual and one real, can hide the real purpose.

Zheng Ping sent people to Jinan to bring back Zhuge Jin, and then summoned Mi Heng and Hua Ji.

Zhuge Jin, Mi Heng, and Hua Ji all regard Zheng Ping as their elder brother, and they are Zheng Ping's most trusted and valued confidantes.

Fuzhong.

Zheng Ping divided more than ten letters into three parts and put them on the table.

When the three of Zhuge and Jin arrived together, Zheng Ping pointed to the stack of letters on the left and said, "Ajin, go to Langya Kingdom and deliver letters to the aristocratic families of Langya Kingdom who signed the envelopes, and then go to Kaiyang to lobby Zang Ba."

"If Zang Ba agrees to the conditions in the letter, he will secretly transport the money and food donated by the aristocratic family of Langya Kingdom to Kaiyang."

"This is a big matter, you must proceed with caution."

"You will be crowned next year. I hope this time, you can make great achievements."

Adding a crown means that Zhuge Jin can officially become an official.

Everyone has selfishness, and Zheng Ping is no exception.

As Zhuge Jin's foster brother, Zheng Ping naturally wants to pave the way for Zhuge Jin's future.

Sensing Zheng Ping's ardent expectations, Zhuge Jin was also excited, and said in an excited tone: "Don't worry, brother, I will definitely fulfill my mission!"

Zheng Ping handed the two letters in the middle to Hua Ji, and said: "Zicheng, go to Tancheng, and hand the letters to Mi Zizhong and Chen Yuanlong respectively. Remember, you must hand them over to them personally, and don't let outsiders know about it. !"

"If Mi Zizhong and Chen Yuanlong agree to the conditions in the letter, you will stay by Mi Zizhong's side to help with matters."

Hua Ji also took the letter solemnly.

Zheng Ping took the letters on the right and said, "Zhengping, your task is the most important!"

"I want you to hide your identity and join Cao Bao, the commander of the Danyang army."

"The content of the letter will be destroyed after you read it. With your means, it is not difficult to find an opportunity to forge it."

"Cao Bao, who fought against Dong Zhuo with Yun Chang, was also rescued by Yun Chang when he was ambushed in Yingchuan."

"When he was seriously injured, it was also Yun Chang who sent him to Qiao County Hua's doctor for treatment."

After a pause, Zheng Ping said again: "If Tao Qian dies, you can persuade Cao Bao to take charge of Xuzhou as Ying Yunchang! Cao Bao has a daughter who is heroic. If Cao Bao has doubts, it can be said that he will marry Yun Chang The son of Cao Bao married the daughter of Cao Bao!"

Mi Heng smiled and said: "I have lobbied many times, but this is the first time I am a matchmaker. Brother Xianmou, don't worry, if you entrust this matter to me, there will be no mistakes!"

Zhuge Jin, Hua Ji and Mi Heng left one after another.

Zheng Ping got up and went to the power map of Zhuzhou County, and crossed out Xuzhou Mu Taoqian's name.

"Connecting the power of Qingzhou and Xu is the beginning of the emperor showing his martial arts strategy to the people of Qingzhou and the heroes of the world."

"Cao Mengde, this Xuzhou, I can't give it to you!"

Qingzhou has been dormant for three years, and it's time to make a statement to the world.

The general situation of the world today, although there are two emperors in the same sky, neither the emperor in Chang'an nor the emperor in Zhuocheng has the ability to influence the general situation.

Those who can really affect the general trend are Yuan Shao, Gongsun Zan and Yuan Shu who supported Liu Kai, and Li Jue, Guo Si, Cao Cao, Liu Bei and others who supported Liu Xie.

And now.

The internal dispute between Yuan Shao and Gongsun Zan is about to begin, and Yuan Shu begins to compete for Yangzhou in an all-round way.

Li Jue and Guo Si were in trouble in Chang'an, Cao Cao wanted to plot Xuzhou, and everyone except Liu Bei was confused by the general situation.

If Liu Bei continues to lie dormant, when Cao Cao wins Xuzhou, the powerful gentry south of the Yellow River who respect the Emperor Chang'an will fall to Cao Cao in large numbers.

This is extremely detrimental to Liu Bei!

Before Yuan Shao and Gongsun Zan decide the winner, Zheng Ping will also help Liu Bei establish the hegemony of Henan!

Whether it is Zang Hong Taoqian or Cao Cao Yuan Shu, they can only succumb to Liu Bei's majesty.

Yuzhou.

Cao Cao's people have arrived in Peiguo.

Cao Song was buried in the ancestral land of Qiao County. After Cao Cao sacrificed to his ancestors, he also received a letter from Wang Jun.

After reading the contents of the letter, Cao Cao couldn't help being furious: "The big-eared thief dares to deceive me like this!"

Liu Bei's letter adopted Ju Shou's proposal, mainly to delay time.

The general idea is that Qingzhou is going to relocate the villagers, please delay the matter of revenge, and when Qingzhou finishes relocating the villagers, Cao Cao will fight whoever you like.

Cao Cao's original intention was not to take revenge, but to take the opportunity of revenge to take Xuzhou. He was naturally very annoyed by the procrastinating words in Liu Bei's letter.

Cao Hong, Cao Ren, Xiahou Yuan, Xiahou Dun and other generals, seeing Cao Cao's anger, came out to fight.

"Ming Gong, Cao Hong please fight! If Qingzhou dares to send troops to come, Guan Yu must be captured alive to avenge the humiliation of the past!" Cao Hong was the first to go out.

It has always been Cao Hong's shame to be captured alive by Guan Yu.

This humiliation did not go away, and Cao Hong was always burdened with the defeat of being captured alive by Guan Yu and became a laughing stock.

Xiahoudun said: "Zilian wants to seek revenge from Guan Yu, so the vanguard who attacked Xuzhou will be handed over to Xiahoudun! Minggong, please give me five thousand soldiers and horses, and I will definitely capture Tao Qian alive!"

Cao Ren laughed and said, "Yuan Rang! When it comes to leading troops to fight, you and Miao Cai combined are inferior to me. This vanguard position is the morale of the whole army."

"When the vanguard wins, the morale will be strong; if the vanguard loses, the morale will be ruined."

"That's why I, Cao Ren, have to come and get the Pioneer Seal!"

Xiahou Dun said angrily: "In terms of martial prowess, Miaocai and I are far superior to you, how can you be the pioneer?"

Xia Houyuan also said: "Zixiao, you are suitable for supervising the transportation of grain and grass. Let me do the charge."

The generals of Cao Cao's sect were arguing, while Le Jin, Han Hao, Shi Huan and other generals bowed their heads one after another, not daring to compete with the four generals.

"Stop arguing!" Cao Cao snorted, then looked at Guo Jia and Xi Zhicai: "Feng Xiao, Zhicai, I want to take Xuzhou in the shortest possible time, do you have a good strategy?"

Cao Cao would think of good strategies himself, but with Guo Jia and Xi Zhicai around, Cao Cao would choose to listen to their strategies first, and then compare them with the strategies in his heart.

This is the difference between Cao Cao and Yuan Shao.

One is that you need to find a counselor to confirm if you have a plan in your mind, and the other is that you have to rely on a counselor to provide advice if you have no plans in your mind.

Guo Jia and Xi Zhicai looked at each other.

Xi Zhicai came out first and said: "Ming Gong wants to break through Xuzhou quickly, he can pretend to agree to Liu Bei's conditions, and at the same time send someone to Tao Qian to send a letter to fight."

(End of this chapter)