At the end of the Han Dynasty: a stingy husband from his hometown

Chapter 169

Yangzhou, at the gate of the State Shepherd's Mansion.

"I am under the order of General Hushi and Jizhou Mu, and I am here to pay a visit to General Cheqi."

Tian Feng handed over the greeting card and showed his identity. His words were neither humble nor arrogant, and he had the air of a celebrity.

When the soldiers guarding the door learned that the visitor was an envoy from Yuan Shao's command, they did not dare to neglect and hurried in to report.

Not long after, the master Bo Zhangyun hurried out, saluted Tian Feng, and led him into the mansion.

"Mr. came from a long way, but it's hard work. However, Yangzhou is busy with affairs. At this time, Shijun is busy with official duties outside. I'm afraid I can't come out to receive him for the time being. Please don't blame me, sir."

Tian Feng's heart moved slightly, and he asked: "I don't know if you can tell me, what is General Chaqi busy with now?"

When Zhang Yun heard the words, he poured out bitter water and sighed: "To tell you the truth, because of the war in the north, many refugees flooded into Yangzhou."

“My Lord is merciful, takes in refugees, distributes food, and relieves people from hanging upside down.”

"However, Yangzhou has limited food and grass, and now there is a shortage of food in the territory, so you have to go to various places to raise food in person."

"Not only that, there are many mountains and rivers in the counties of Yangzhou that are causing chaos and they are constantly suppressing them. This makes you very anxious and busy every day, running around and having very little time to stay in your mansion."

After Tian Feng heard this, he felt a little relieved and said to himself: "The chariot and cavalry generals are occupying the southeast, but they also have their drawbacks. They are hindered by others. It may not be easy to go north to dominate the world in a short period of time."

Tian Feng asked: "I don't know when the chariot general can return home?"

Zhang Yun pondered slightly, and said: "The date of return has not yet been determined, and you should rest in the mansion well. When the envoy returns, I will personally introduce you to him."

In this way, Tian Feng stayed in the State Shepherd's Mansion for several days, and wandered around Shouchun City in his spare time, and saw that this place was quite prosperous.

On this day, Tian Feng was inspecting the customs and customs of Shouchun in the city. Suddenly he heard a noise in front of him, but it was a group of cars driving through the city.

The driver at the front was carrying the banner of "Yuan", the rear general.

Seeing this, Tian Feng's expression changed slightly.

"This must be because Yuan Gonglu got the news and sent envoys to win over Zhou Ziyi."

"My mission this time is going to pass through Yuan Shu's jurisdiction. In order not to attract attention, I hide my tracks along the way and dare not make it public."

"It's quite strange that Yuan Shu could react so quickly."

"Could it be that Zhou Ziyi leaked the news on purpose to lure Yuan Shu over so that he could sell it at a high price?"

Tian Feng was extremely intelligent, remembering that he had not seen Zhou Qi in person for a few days after he arrived in Shouchun, he already had guesses in his mind.

If you were an ordinary person, after seeing Yuan Shu's envoys arrive in Shouchun, you would definitely feel a lot of pressure, worrying that Zhou Qi would abandon Yuan Shao and form an alliance with Yuan Shu.

Tian Feng was different, not only didn't feel the pressure, but deliberately pretended that he didn't see Yuan Shu's envoy, and continued to wander around the city leisurely.

As a top strategist, Tian Feng naturally has extraordinary vision.

Personally speaking, the personal relationship between Zhou Qi and Yuan Shao was far better than that of Yuan Shu, and there was not even any comparison between the two.

After all, Zhou Qi received a lot of help from Yuan Shao when he was still in his infancy, and a deep friendship was established between the two.

On the other hand, Yuan Shu, relying on his status as the legitimate son of the Yuan family, was quite arrogant and looked down on people like Zhou Qi who came from a poor family.

If Zhou Qi had not climbed to a high position step by step with his military exploits, he might not have been taken seriously by Yuan Shu.

As far as Yu Gong is concerned, Yuan Shaoyuan is in the north, and there is no conflict of interest with Zhou Qi.

On the other hand, Yuan Shu's territory is adjacent to Yangzhou and Jiangxia. If the two sides want to have a big development, they must either fight for Jingzhou or fight each other.

Tian Feng believed that Zhou Qi, the chariot and cavalry general, would never fail to see this. He must understand the principle of combining vertical and horizontal lines, making distant friends and attacking closely, and he would definitely not abandon Yuan Shao and form an alliance with Yuan Shu.

It is precisely because of this understanding that Tian Feng can sit firmly on the Diaoyutai, with the artistic conception of "If he is strong, let him be strong, the breeze will blow over Foshan Mountain; if he is allowed to be horizontal, the bright moon will shine on the river."

No matter what conspiracy and tricks Zhou Qi played, Tian Feng remained unmoved and just smiled and watched the clouds rise and fall.

At the residence of General Chariot and Cavalry, Zhou Qi listened to Zhang Yun's report and couldn't help but sigh: "Tian Yuanhao is really a very human being. He knew that Yuan Shu sent an envoy, but he still remained unmoved."

Zhou Qi himself was in Shouchun. The reason why he didn't see Tian Feng was that he was deliberately waiting for the arrival of Yuan Shu's envoy so that he could sell it for a price, intending to blackmail Yuan Shao.

However, it can also be seen from Tian Feng's performance that Zhou Qi's strategy may end in failure.

"Who is the envoy Yuan Gonglu sent?"

Zhou Qi turned to look at Zhang Yun and asked aloud.

Zhang Yun said to him, "It's Bo Yanxiang, the Lord of Yuzhou."

Zhou Qi's eyes brightened slightly, but he was a little interested.

Speaking of Yuan Shu, except for Sun Jian and Sun Ce, there is basically no one under his command who can do anything.

Although Yan Xiang didn't appear much, he left a deep impression on people.

Just because when Yuan Shu was planning to proclaim himself emperor, he asked his generals what their opinions were. Most of them were silent, perhaps thinking of becoming Conglong heroes.

However, Yan Xiang bluntly advised him: "In the past Zhou Dynasty, from Houji to King Wen, he accumulated virtues and merits. Two out of three parts of the world still served the Yin Dynasty. Although the Ming Dynasty brought prosperity to the world, it was not as prosperous as the Zhou Dynasty. Although the Han Dynasty was small, It is not as violent as the Yin and Zhou Dynasties."

None of the officials said anything to stop him, but Yan Xiang dampened Yuan Shu's interest, which naturally made him unhappy.

Yuan Shu did not listen to Yan Xiang's advice and insisted on proclaiming himself emperor. In the end, everyone betrayed his relatives and was quickly defeated.

It has to be said that Yan Xiang is Yuan Shu's subordinate, one of the few who can do it.

Zhou Qi also wanted to meet Yan Xiang.

Cheqi General's Mansion.

Yan Xiang bowed deeply to Zhou Qi, and said: "My lord heard that Yuan Benchu ​​sent an envoy to Yangzhou, and it must be about Jingzhou's affairs. I wonder what General Cheqi thinks?"

Yan Xiang didn't directly persuade Zhou Qi to form an alliance with Yuan Shu, but instead wanted to listen to the other party's tone, look after the dishes, and then persuade Zhou Qi in a targeted manner.

I never thought that Zhou Qi was also a cunning person, so he pretended to be confused and said, "Why don't I know this?"

Then, he slapped his forehead and said with a wry smile: "Look at my memory. I've been very busy recently and I haven't stayed in Shouchun. I didn't know that Brother Benchu ​​sent someone here, and we haven't seen each other yet. It's really rude."

Seeing Zhou Qi's annoyed expression and the closeness to Yuan Shao in his words, Yan Xiang straightened his body subconsciously, knowing that this errand was not going to be easy.

Fortunately, before Zhou Qi received Yuan Shao's envoy, Yan Xiang could act first and persuade Zhou Qi to form an alliance with Yuan Shu.

He pondered for a moment, and then said: "Today, Dong Zhuo is in chaos, the country is in ruins, the Han Dynasty is in decline, and the princes are fighting together."

"In this troubled time, it is the time for heroes to rise up, relieve the people, revive the Han Dynasty, and establish immortal feats."

"My lord is the direct descendant of the Yuan family. With the power of the fourth generation and the three princes, he is accompanied by heroes from all over the world. He also occupies the sacred land of Yuzhou. His subordinate Sun Wentai is brave and good at fighting. He defeated Dong Zhuo many times, even Yuan Shao and Cao Cao were not as good as him."

"My lord, carrying the name of the Yuan family for many years, has gathered hundreds of thousands of people in the territory, and obtained Huaibei's grain and grass for several years. It can be said that the grain and grass are abundant, and the soldiers and armor are sufficient. Just raise your arms and shout, and the heroes will flock to follow you. Such a big event can be If it is determined, the Han Dynasty can flourish."

"I heard that the envoy was greatly loved by the late emperor, and he still entrusted his youngest son, King Chenliu, to support him when he died.

"I have something to say for you to listen to."

"Today Dong Zhuo is messing up the government and toying with the emperor's applause. As a result, the imperial court is in disarray and the dignity of the Han Dynasty has been wiped out."

"Since General Cheqi has the last emperor's edict, how can he sit back and watch Dong Zhuo and the princes wreak havoc on the world?"

"General, don't you want to raise King Chenliu as emperor together with my lord? In the name of my lord for many generations, the general is good at fighting, and the Huaisi soldiers are full of food and grass. I will serve the emperor to beg for disobedience. Let me ask the princes of the world, who would dare not follow? ?”

"At that time, my lord will be the prime minister and Duke Ming will be the great general, we will wipe out the evildoers, bring peace to the troubled times, and return the world to a bright future, leaving a name in history. Wouldn't it be beautiful!"

It has to be said that Yan Xiang's remarks shocked Zhou Qi.

If you really do this, you can't say that you can easily sweep the world.

After all, Yuan Shao has not yet unified the north, and Cao Cao has not yet brought the emperor to order the princes.

With Yuan's prestige, Huaisi's wealth, Zhou Qi's use of troops, and Sun Jian's bravery, we can take advantage of Yuan Shao's battle with Gongsun Zan in the north, and take Jing, Xu, Qing, and Yan first. Let me ask the princes of the world, who can stop them?

It's a pity that Zhou Qi knew Yuan Shu well, and knew that Yan Xiang's plans were nothing more than a mirror image.

Yuan Shu and Sun Jian have their own thoughts and ambitions, and Zhou Qi is not a person who has lived under others for a long time. It is tantamount to a dream to make the three of them form an intimate alliance to conquer the Quartet.

Therefore, although Yan Xiang's idea is good, it is not practical.

However, Zhou Qi did not refuse. Instead, he showed a pensive look on his face and said: "This matter is of great importance and cannot be decided by me alone. Sir, please return for the time being until I have a good discussion with my generals before proceeding." Decide.”

Yan Xiang didn't rush to force Zhou Qi to express his opinion, but bowed deeply, got up and left.

Before leaving, Yan Xiang said sincerely: "Your Majesty is a loyal and virtuous person. You should know that the world is in chaos and the people will inevitably have a hard time."

"Working with the general to support King Chenliu as emperor is the best way to calm down the troubled times. Please think twice."

Zhou Qi said seriously: "Don't worry, sir, I will definitely consider this matter carefully."

Not long after Yan Xiang left, Zhang Yun immediately reported that Yuan Shao's envoy, Tian Feng, a famous scholar from Jizhou, had come to visit.

Hearing this, Zhou Qi deliberately tore off his hairpin, first tore off his coat, then put it on casually, then took off his boots, and purposely put his left and right feet on backwards.

Then, under Zhang Yun's shocked eyes, he hurried out.

But Tian Feng entered the chariot general, while waiting, he also began to look at the surrounding environment, and found that although the mansion is large, it does not look luxurious, and the servants in the mansion are also dressed plainly.

While waiting, Tian Feng suddenly saw a man with disheveled hair, disheveled clothes, and even his shoes on, walking towards him in a hurry.

"I don't know, sir, I've come a long way. Please forgive me."

Zhou Qi bowed to Tian Feng, and the coat casually draped over his shoulders slipped to the ground quietly.

"General, you have lost your dignity, and change your clothes."

Just when Tian Feng was wondering who the disheveled man in front of him was, he saw Bo Zheng, the head of the state shepherd's mansion, chasing him out of breath, picked up the coat that fell on the ground, and put it on the man.

"Could it be that your Excellency is the Chariot General?"

Tian Feng suddenly realized it, and then looked at Zhou Qi in disbelief.

You know, the scholar-bureaucrats of this era paid great attention to appearance. It was unheard of for someone like Zhou Qi to come to see guests disheveled.

Zhou Qi then slapped his forehead and said with some annoyance: "I often hear your name, sir, and would like to pay you a visit, but I am busy with government affairs and can't get away."

"Today, I suddenly learned that Mr. came from a long way away. I couldn't help but be overjoyed, so I came here in a hurry. I lost my manners in front of Mr. Please don't blame me."

After finishing speaking, he turned to Zhang Yun and said, "Since my uncle knows that Mr. Xi is coming, why did he tell me today?"

Zhang Yun slapped his forehead and said, "Because the general is busy with things, I dare not interrupt him rashly."

Zhou Qi said with a displeased face: "Why is it more important to meet Mr. for government affairs?"

He then continued: "Brother, please entertain me well first. After I change my clothes, I will talk to you sir."

After speaking, Zhou Qi pleaded guilty and left.

Zhang Yun, as Zhou Qi's eldest brother-in-law, also serves as Yangzhou herdsman Bo, and the relationship between the two is very close. Some time ago, Zhang Yun's sister was pregnant, and the relationship between the two became closer.

Therefore, Zhang Yun can now be regarded as Zhou Qi's confidant and is very familiar with many of Zhou Qi's ideas.

He led Tian Feng into the study, and then sighed: "The general often sighs in my ears, the famous scholars in Jizhou, if they are resourceful, upright and upright, Tian Yuanhao should be the leader."

"The general does not envy Yuan Benchu ​​for his ability to capture Jizhou, but only envies his ability to capture Tian Yuanhao."

"The general always reads your name, so he behaves in such a disgraceful manner. Please don't blame me, sir."

At this time, Tian Feng's emotions were a bit complicated, and he didn't expect that he would have such a status in Zhou Qi's heart.

Although Yuan Shao was also courteous to the corporal, he was from a well-known family after all, and he acted like he was taking care of everything he did.

On the other hand, Zhou Qi, this time it seemed that Meng Lang's combination of punches made Tian Feng feel a little closer.

However, he still remembered the purpose of his trip, and knew that the person in front of him was someone close to General Cheqi, so he immediately asked, "I heard that Yuan Gonggong's master, Bo, has come to Shouchun, I wonder if General Cheqi has seen him?"

Hearing this, Zhang Yun looked around cautiously at first, then lowered his voice and said: "If someone else asked about this, I would definitely not say too much."

"Since Sir is someone the general values, I can't deliberately deceive him."

"Yuan Jiujiu wanted to work with my lord to support King Chenliu as emperor in accordance with the late emperor's edict. At that time, Yuan Jiujiu was the prime minister and my lord was the general. With the wealth of Huaisi, the soldiers of Jing and Yang, and the reputation of the Yuan family, Our lord is good at fighting, and he serves the emperor to defeat his unfaithful subjects, so why worry about the evildoers not being eradicated and the Han Dynasty not flourishing?"

When Tian Feng heard this, his expression changed slightly.

The reason why he was able to sit firmly on the Diaoyutai before was because he believed that Yuan Shu and Zhou Qi's jurisdictions were adjacent to each other. If he wanted to continue to expand, there would be a battle sooner or later, so he was so calm.

But if, as Zhang Yun said, the two joined hands to support the new emperor, then the situation would be quite different.

At that time, with the strength of Yuan Shu and Zhou Qi, Liu Biao can be destroyed overnight, and Xu and Yan's rumors can be determined.

If this is the case, no one in the world can compete with it.

(End of this chapter)