Ji Han Liu Zhang

Chapter 162 Zhou Budo

Jingzhou, Xiangyang.

General Zhennan and leader of Jingzhou Shepherd Liu Biao sat at the top of the hall, thinking while reading the documents in his hands.

This is a document sent from Chengdu, Yizhou. It was sent by Kuai Liang, the envoy sent by Liu Biao to Yizhou to discuss the alliance. In the document, Kuai Liang talked about the recent situation in Yizhou.

The first thing in the document is about Liu Zhang, the envoy who oversees the army and leads the herdsman of Yizhou. It says that Liu Zhang is currently conquering the rebellious barbarians and rebellious nobles in the southern region. The offensive of Liu Zhang's army is like breaking bamboo, and good news is sent back one after another. Chengdu.

According to the estimation of the envoy Kuai Liang, by the end of this year, that is, by the end of the first year of Xingping, the large-scale turmoil in Nanzhong in Yizhou will be put down.

In addition to discussing the military situation of the Nanzhong War in the document, Kuai Liang also talked about the local customs and characters of Yizhou.

Youdeng Wang Shang was highly praised by Kuai Liang. Kuai Liang said that Wang Shang was like Xiao He, who controlled the country and provided endless supplies of food.

There was also a Yizhou bachelor named Qin Mi. Kuai Liang said that this talent was unique in his knowledge and knowledge. Based on his limited knowledge, he believed that even among famous scholars in Zhongzhou, few people could compare with Qin Mi, a Yizhou bachelor.

Among the people Kuai Liang talked about, there was an unusual one. This person was not from Yizhou, but Dong He, who was originally from Nanyang County, Jingzhou. Kuai Liang praised Dong He for his position as the magistrate of Chengdu, which made Chengdu civilized and well-governed. Doors are not closed at night.Dong He even set an example and acted in a simple and simple manner, leading the wealthy businessmen in Chengdu to greatly reduce the previous extravagant atmosphere.

At this point in the document, there are some sighing sentences, saying that it is a pity that good ministers like Dong He, who were talented in Chu and were used by Shu, were not used by Jingzhou, but were accepted by Yizhou.

At the end of the document, Kuai Liang talked about a hidden danger in Yizhou. He pointed out that Zhang Lu, a rice thief in Hanzhong, was uneasy. At present, Zhang Lu built a new gate city on Zoumaling outside Yangping Pass in Hanzhong. Zhang Lu It was with the idea of ​​​​confronting Chengdu in the future. There will be a big battle between Hanzhong and Chengdu sooner or later.

Then Kuai Liang gave his views and opinions on Zhang Lu's construction of Guancheng. He believed that Zhang Lu only occupied Hanzhong, so it was difficult to compete with Bashu. Moreover, Zhang Lu believed in ghosts and had few scholars. Willing to serve under Zhang Lu.Under Liu Zhang's tent, there were many talented people from Shu, and there were many powerful generals. He expected that Zhang Lu would not be Liu Zhang's opponent, and would be defeated by Liu Zhang sooner or later, and the land of Hanzhong would be captured by Liu Zhang.

"Liu (Yan) Junlang is such a good son!" Liu Biao said with emotion after reading the document sent by Kuai Liang. Then he called the attendant beside him and asked the attendant to hand over the document sent by Kuai Liang. For those of you who are attending below, please take a look at it first.

In fact, there was no need for Kuai Liang to send a written notification from Chengdu about the situation of Liu Zhang's expedition to Nanzhong. Liu Biao probably knew some of the situation. During this period of time, the land of Nanzhong was in constant dispute, the barbarians were shaken, and the Yiyue people were in panic.

Not less than the barbarians who rebelled in Nanzhong fled from Xianggao County to the nearby land, which was Jingnan under Liu Biao's rule.

These Yi people who fled from Jingnan preached the power of Liu Zhang's army, saying that it was unstoppable, especially one of the figures called "General Shencrow", who was really like a god, wearing heavy armor and holding a ring-headed sword. , I don’t know how many barbarian tribes were killed.Many brave people among the Yi people are nothing more than enemies in front of this 'divine crow general'. After one attack, the Yi people fell to the ground.

To be able to frighten the Yi people, who had always been brave and fearless, Liu Biao took it for granted that the combat power of Liu Zhang's army was only stronger than that of Jingzhou Shiwu. He couldn't help but feel sad. He almost missed a big event last time. If he was allowed to Liu He's seduction was successful and if he sent troops to Yizhou, I'm afraid Jingzhou and Yizhou would be in a fight to the death.

Moreover, from the current point of view, Yizhou is located in the upper reaches of Jingzhou, traveling thousands of miles downstream, and the Shu army is very powerful. Jingzhou may be defeated by Yizhou. How can he, a Jingzhou herder, sit peacefully in Xiangyang.

At this thought, Liu Biao let out a hiss in his mouth. The scene he had just imagined about the Yizhou army going south reminded him of Sun Jian, the fierce tiger from the east of the Yangtze River. Sun Jian, a common man, once besieged him in Xiangyang. During those days, he had been in panic. No matter what, he didn't want to live such a precarious life again.

Liu Xian, who listened to Liu Biao lamenting that Liu Yan had given birth to a good son, was able to take up the post of Biejia after Liu He asked for a way to die. He took over Kuai Liang's hair from his attendants. I read the documents carefully and wanted to know why Liu Biao had such emotion.

After briefly reading the document sent back by Kuai Liang in his hand, Liu Xian had the same emotion as Liu Biao: "Liu Yan gave birth to a good son." 'Liu Zhang, who took over as the shepherd of Yizhou after Liu Yan's death, did not disgrace the reputation of Liu Yan, a strong man who whipped Bashu. After Liu Zhang took office as the shepherd of Yizhou, everything he said and did had merit, and his governance was very effective. He even surpassed his father Liu Yan's ability.

Liu Xian was thinking that if Liu Yan, the herdsman of Yizhou, knew something from Jiuquanxia, ​​he would be extremely pleased.

"Shizong, since Liu Zhang became the shepherd of Yizhou, he has behaved in an orderly manner, and his governance can be regarded as outstanding. He is also an expert in military strategy. Neither Bajun nor Nanzhong has any enemies. Yizhou is also located in Jingzhou. Upstream, I'm afraid I'll have worries in the future." After Liu Xian read the briefing sent back by Kuai Liang, Liu Biao said something sentimental. Of course, he was not just expressing sentiments, he wanted to get some understanding and understanding of the situation from the new boss below. analysis.

Liu Xian placed the documents in his hands on the table. Liu Biao, who looked a little stunned, showed a bit of relaxation on his face: "Don't worry, Yizhou and Jingzhou have formed an alliance, and the two families are friendly. If Liu Yizhou raises his troops to attack his allies, wouldn't he make the world laugh? Moreover, it can be seen from Liu Yizhou's behavior that Liu Yizhou is by no means a cunning villain who will betray alliances."

Liu Xian, who affirmed Liu Zhang's character, then explained the reason based on reality: "The rice thief Zhang Lu occupies Hanzhong. The land of Hanzhong is the throat of Shu. Without Hanzhong, there is no Bashu. Zhang Lu in Hanzhong has only one day." Without being surrendered, Liu Yizhou would have no time to spy on the land of Jingzhou. He first heard that Zhang Lu had been in Hanzhong for a long time, and his ghostly ways were confusing to people's hearts. He was actually quite supported by the people of Hanzhong, and they respectfully called him "Master". His appearance was similar to that of the past. The Yellow Turban moth thieves. Furthermore, Hanzhong is fortified by four fortresses, making it easy to defend but difficult to attack. Kuai Jun’s document states that Zhang Lu is building a new pass city to stabilize the defense of Hanzhong. From this point of view, it is expected that if Liu Yizhou wants to pacify Zhang If Lu takes over Hanzhong, it will not be achieved in one day, but will surely be delayed by the sun and the moon."

Liu Biao nodded, and then shook his head. He felt that half of Liu Xian's words made sense and half didn't make sense.As Liu Xian said, Zhang Lu in Hanzhong was Liu Zhang's serious concern. Before Zhang Lu was solved, Liu Zhang definitely had no idea of ​​spying on Jingzhou.

But one of the reasons why General Liu Xianyi would not invade Yizhou earlier was that the two families had formed an alliance. Liu Zhang was not a Yizhou rat and would not suddenly betray the alliance.

Liu Biao disagreed with this point. He was an old man and had eaten more salt than young people had eaten rice. He would not pin his hope for peace between Yizhou and Jingzhou on a piece of covenant or Liu Zhang's As a person, covenants and character are all illusory things. If you believe in these one-sidedly, you will lose miserably.

Liu Xian, who was not driving, noticed Liu Biao's hesitant look. After thinking for a moment, he added: "Your Majesty, although there is an alliance and the two families have a good alliance, Jingzhou must also be on guard against Yizhou. Soldiers are also deceitful. , it is common to be surprised and unprepared. We don’t know what Liu Yizhou is thinking and what kind of calculation he has. The land of Yiling, the west gate of the country, should be guarded with heavy troops. Not a single Yiling is lost. Xiangyang You can sit back and relax, and the second thing is to give Yizhou a clear warning, so that it will know that Jingzhou is on guard and will not dare to commit a minor offense."

After hearing this, Liu Biao nodded heavily. Now he fully agreed with Liu Xian's opinion. Liu Xian's plan based on reality was his voice. Morality and ethics were the opinions of ordinary scholars and scholars. Those princes who abide by it pay more attention to the actual struggle for interests, so they will not abide by any oaths and promises.What's more, these are troubled times, and it's a time for conspiracy and trickery. Believing others' oaths and promises will only lead to the destruction of your family and your family.

Liu Biao responded to Liu Xian's words, but he did not fully express his thoughts: "What you say is very good, so you should act accordingly. As for which general to choose and how to form a heavy army to guard Yiling, let me think about it carefully."

The two discussed government affairs for a while, and when it was over, Liu Biao patted the table with emotion. He, who was known as the Eighth Prince, felt like a formidable enemy to a junior member of the clan, which made him feel a little unhappy.Whenever he talked about Liu Zhang, he couldn't help but think of his eldest son Liu Qi.Liu Biao felt this and said to Liu Xian, who was his farewell and his best friend: "It's a pity that my Qi'er is too weak and has no military talent. If Qi'er has half the ability of Liu Zhang, I will As a shepherd in Jingzhou, I thought I would be much more relaxed, but how could I work so hard every day and have so many gray hairs appear out of thin air?"

It was related to Liu Biao's family affairs. Mr. Liu didn't want to say much at all, but since he was serving under Liu Biao, the envoy, he needed a word or two of comfort: "Envoy, the eldest son is a benevolent and filial man. He is well versed in classics. He has a handsome figure and a good appearance. The best, and the hero of a moment, so that you don't have to sigh like this."

Hearing this, Liu Biao couldn't help but burst out laughing. What Liu Xian said sounded nice, but when Liu Xian praised Liu Qi, he was praising everything. They were benevolence, filial piety and appearance. He only praised Liu Qi's personality and appearance, but did not praise Liu Qi's abilities. He said It's the same as saying nothing.

Liu Biao didn't want to talk too much about Liu Qi. After all, his son still had to protect him. He talked about an incident: "I heard that my nephew Zhou Buyi is only two years old, but he is smart and wise. Born with Su Hui, he has already mastered the "First Aid Chapter", and his writing skills are also commendable."

Liu Xian smiled when he heard this, but his smile quickly sank. As Liu Qi's lack of talent was mentioned earlier, he could not praise his nephew too much. He sighed: "It is true. There is no doubt that this child has some brains, but he is still young, so older may not be better. Moreover, wise men will not live long, so I am very worried at first."

Liu Biao waved his hand, not paying attention to Liu Xian's excuse: "I would like to congratulate you. The family has a child prodigy whose future is immeasurable."
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Yizhou, Chengdu.

The girl Huang Wan stared blankly at the silk book in front of her. On the silk book were words written by Liu Zhang using Tang Bohu's poems: "Looking at the sky at dawn and the clouds at dusk, I miss you when I walk, and I miss you when I sit." '

Huang Wan was fascinated by it, as if she saw the figure of Liu Zhang in this line of words, the shadow of Liu Zhang's sword-like eyebrows, starry eyes, and tall figure.She couldn't help but think of that day in the market, when Xu Meng, the captain...now the school captain, spoke scornfully against her, Liu Zhang stepped forward to protect her, scolding Xu Meng with his majestic appearance.

Huang Wan's eyes were no longer focused and her thoughts were immersed. When she thought of Liu Zhang's figure, she laughed out loud from time to time. From time to time, she thought that Liu Zhang was far away in Nanzhong, thousands of miles away from her. Her face couldn't help but look lonely, and her whole person They all became a little depressed.

"Miss." Qing He walked into the room from the outside, but she didn't wake up Huang Wan who was obsessed with the words written by Liu Zhang. She couldn't help but sigh in her heart when she saw Huang Wan's obsessed look.Ever since Liu Shijun went to Nanzhong, the young lady she served has no desire for tea or food. When she has nothing else to do every day, she just reads the silk letter sent by Liu Shijun in a daze. She looks like a young girl who is pregnant with spring.

Huang Wan finally noticed Qing He entering the room. She guiltily put the silk book sent by Liu Zhang into her arms and put it close to her body. Then she looked at Qing He and asked Qing He: "Is there any news from outside? "

Since Liu Zhang's army marched southward, Lu Bu's swift messengers often pass by on the streets of Chengdu, conveying the latest battle situation in South China.

So Huang Wan, who used to bother his brother Huang Quan every day to inquire about the movements of the Southern Expeditionary Army, wanted to find out the news from the envoy who reported the victory, and maybe get better information soon. Therefore, during this period of time, Qing He suffered a lot. The envoys who were sent to the streets to inquire about Nanzhong's victory brought back the news.

Qing He did not immediately answer Huang Wan's words. She first admonished Huang Wan with a sigh: "My dear, you have been so obsessed with me all day long that you eat less food every day. If Liu Shijun comes back, When I see you lose weight, I’m afraid you’ll punish me, my maid.”

At this point, Qinghe moved out of Liu Zhang. She was not very effective with her words. Only Liu Zhang could instruct Huang Wan in front of her: "Is it possible that I have forgotten that I asked you to 'work hard to get more food'?" But you are lucky, you have less to eat every day."

After being advised by Qing He, who loves her sisters, Huang Wan's face turned crimson, like a ripe little apple. If it were just Qing He, she would have shamelessly refused to admit it, or even retorted a few words, but Qing He After Liu Zhang was removed, she no longer had the courage to refute.

"I will definitely eat more tonight." Huang Wan responded, and then started talking: "Qing He, is there any news from the market?"

Qing He knew that Huang Wan was trying to deal with her, so she responded angrily: "A messenger can be nothing more than reporting victory. He is reporting victory."

"Qing He." Upon hearing this, Huang Wan became a little anxious and couldn't help but increase her tone. She stepped forward and took Qing He's hand and said, "What is the content of the victory report?"

Qing He had no choice but to tell the story in detail: "I heard that the envoy has defeated the Yi King Gao Yuan of Yueqi County and the leading wealthy family Yong clan. Nanzhong is mostly pacified now. There are only some petty thieves who still need to be eliminated. There is no other trouble. . Maybe now that you are on your way back, you can let the generals below take care of some of the little thieves."

After hearing these words, Huang Wan's face immediately showed a look of joy from the bottom of her heart. Her whole person was refreshed and energetic. In her heart, she silently calculated the time it would take to return to Chengdu from Nanzhong, with excitement in her eyes. brilliance.

Qinghe thought of a rumor he heard in the market, and told Huang Wan when he was in a happy mood, hoping to make Huang Wan even happier: "The people in the market because Liu sent the king to the south to conquer the barbarians, They all said that Liu Shijun had the style of Emperor Gao and the shadow of Emperor Guangwu. They also said that the current chaos in the world is the same as when Wang Mang, the rebellious minister and traitor, conspired to rebel. There will be a talented person from the clan who can calm down the chaos in the world, and this person might be Liu Shijun."

Huang Wan was even more surprised when she heard this, but after reading some books and understanding some truths, she quickly put away her joy and told Qing He with a serious face: "This is what the people in the market say. That's all. In front of our Huang family and outsiders, you must not say such things."

Although she was moved by what Qing He said about the rumors among the people in the market, Huang Wan, who for a moment felt that Liu Zhang might really be the second Guangwu Emperor, took into account the in-law relationship between the Huang family and Liu Zhang, and his appointment as the emperor. Huang Quan, the elder brother of the chief blogger of Zhoumu Mansion, they must not say such superficial words, as this will be looked down upon by outsiders.

Qing He nodded. She had always listened to Huang Wan's words in her heart, but she still had some rumors she had heard. At this time, she poured them all out like beans from a bamboo tube: "This is not just spread by the common people. Do you still remember Mr. Dong who was your matchmaker?"

'Dong Fu. Huang Wan immediately recited this name silently in her heart. She would never forget it. Dong Fu, the great scholar who praised her as a great nobleman, was the great Confucian who was loved by the scholars in Yizhou. But she didn't know that among the common people, Dong Fu How come the rumors are related to Dong Fu.

Huang Wan nodded with doubts and told Qing He that she remembered Dong Fu. At the same time, she signaled Qing He to continue talking.

Qing He glanced left and right, and said in a mysterious and low voice: "I heard that the old Yizhou Mu actually wanted to be a Jiaozhou Mu, but the great scholar Dong Gong told the old Yizhou Mu that he discovered through the art of looking at Qi. Yizhou is a place with a spirit of emperor, so the Yizhou pastor gave up his post as Jiaozhou pastor and came to Yizhou as the Yizhou pastor."

"Ah." Huang Wan first made a sound of surprise, then immediately covered her mouth and looked at Qing He with eyes full of disbelief.

(End of this chapter)