Ji Han Da Sima

Chapter 205: Advising Liu Qi

Starting from Jingkou, Huo Jun took a boat and took the Dantu Waterway, entered Taihu Lake and arrived at Wuxian County.

"Your Majesty, please wait for a moment so that you can have an interview with Duke Zhang in the inner hall."

Huo Jun, guided by his attendants, walked to the side hall and sat down.Huo Jun was very calm and sat on the couch, waiting for Liu Qi to make time to see him.

"Your Majesty, please forgive me!" The attendant left for a while, then came back nervously, lowering his head and saying, "Your Majesty, it is very hard for you to come all the way, so you have ordered two maids to serve you, please come with me."

"No need!"

Huo Jun showed a gentle smile and said, "I'll just wait here!"

"This?"

"Stand back!"

"No!" The attendant bowed his hands and retreated.

Looking at the attendant leaving, Huo Jun shook his head. Liu Qi has been the governor of Yangzhou for so long, but his character has not changed.

After waiting for a while, Zhang Zhao finally came out of the inner hall with a smile on his face, seemingly satisfied with the conversation.

"Your Majesty, please invite me!"

The attendants stepped out and led Huo Jun to the inner hall.

Huo Jun took off his socks and walked into the hall.Liu Qi was seen sitting on the couch. He was very happy to see him and came down to greet him.

"Zhong Miao's prowess and prowess remain unchanged. Let's sit on the opposite couch!" Liu Qi raised his hand and said.

"Thank you, son!"

Nowadays, there are very few people who can call Liu Qi the son. As the governor of Yangzhou, he is no longer what he used to be. Many people call him the prince.It's the same name everyone calls Liu Bei.

Huo Jun sat on the couch and asked, "I wonder what the envoy was talking to Mr. Zhang about to make him so happy?"

After Zhang Zhao and Zhang Hong surrendered, according to Liu Bei's suggestion, Liu Qi raised them with generous gifts and taught in Wuxian County.To show respect for the two men, Liu Qi also invited them into the lobby to discuss matters and solicit their opinions when necessary.

Liu Qi rubbed his head, sighed and said: "My uncle asked me to ask Duke Zhang for advice every seven days. So I invite Duke Zhang to the house every seven days to study Confucian classics, poems and poems, and to inquire about the government affairs of the country. But Duke Zhang is an upright man, and there is nothing wrong with him. He is merciless, and I am often criticized by him, which gives me a headache!"

Huo Jun said with a smile on his lips: "Mr. Zhang has always been famous, and most of the Jiangzuo scholars respect him. This move of the young master can win the hearts of the Jiangzuo scholars, and also make people praise the young master for his courtesy and virtue."

Liu Qi waved his hand and said: "Since I took over the position of governor of Yangzhou, I have been thinking about military affairs day and night. From now on, the only time I am happiest is when I am in Xiangyang, Jingzhou, hanging out with my beloved concubine and beautiful maidservant."

Lying flat and being a salted fish is not only practiced by later generations, but also by ancient people.Of course, just listen to Liu Qi's words. If he were to return to Xiangyang in Jingzhou and give up his position as Yangzhou governor, he would definitely not be willing to do so.As Jack Ma often says, he is happiest when he is a teacher, but if he were asked to give up so many assets, he would definitely not be willing to do so.

Well aware of Liu Qi's thoughts, Huo Jun just responded and said: "Those who achieve great things must work hard. Young Master is going to achieve great things!"

"A big thing is about to happen?" Liu Qi sighed and said, "Zhong Miao doesn't know my difficulties. Ever since Cao Cao defeated Wuhuan, I heard Zhong Miao's speech, and many sergeants in the palace, Wu Zhong, talked about Cao Cao's reputation, and their words were full of admiration. "

After saying that, Liu Qi smiled helplessly and said: "As the governor of Yangzhou and the leader of all officials, I am not as good as Cao Cao thousands of miles away."

The position of governor made Liu Qi uncomfortable. He relied on Liu Bei, Huo Jun and others to conquer Jiangzuo, and his reputation and prestige were insufficient.After taking control of Wu County, those Wu Zhongshi who returned found that Liu Qi's abilities were far inferior to Sun Quan's. They also looked at Liu Bei's charm and Huo Jun's military strategy, and everyone was already talking about it.

When Cao Cao became powerful at home, and Liu Biao did not establish an heir for a long time, the people's discussion below gradually became louder. They praised Cao Cao and belittled Liu Qi's abilities, which seriously affected his prestige.And Liu Qi didn't seem to be a murderous person. He also knew himself and had no choice but to ignore the private discussions.

Huo Jun consoled him and said: "When we went down to Jiangzuo in the past, everyone thought it would be difficult to defeat him. Unexpectedly, it only took us two and a half years to break through Jiangzuo and surrender Sun Quan. Although Cao Cao has many soldiers and horses today, the river is a danger. , it’s a must.”

Liu Qi held Huo Jun's hand and said: "Cao Cao is far away in the Central Plains, but he has long-term worries. Liu Cong is in Xiangyang, but he has immediate worries. His father is seriously ill, and he wants to visit but is blocked by Cai Mao, Kuai Yue and others. Take Zhong Miao. Yes, can you help me take over Jingzhou?"

Huo Jun was also helpless. At present, Cao Cao and Liu Cong were basically bound together, and there was no need to worry about them.It's not that Liu Cong is determined to submit to Cao Cao, but that Cao Cao will observe Jiang Zuo's approach to Xiangyang and then take different actions.

After thinking about it for a while, Huo Jun said: "Young Master, there has always been a gap between you and Cai Mao. The person who blocked your succession is obviously Liu Cong, but in fact it is Cai Mao and Kuai Yue. The young master is your son, and the general of chariots and cavalry is your father. Now the general of chariots and cavalry is your father." While you are still here, my son is cutting down bushes, which is unfilial and should not be done."

"Looking at the actions of General Chariot and Cavalry, Jun already had the intention of establishing a prince. Jun and Kong Ming discussed it and secretly thought that Liu Yuzhou would station troops in Xiakou, and his troops could go forward. If General Chariot and Cavalry gives the order to Yuzhou, Yuzhou gallops forward After entering Xiangyang, he was ordered to leave his post, and then the young master came with the navy and entered Xiangyang to succeed to the throne."

Huo Jun explained what he had discussed with Zhuge Liang: "If the General Chariot and Cavalry is dying, but Yuzhou can get the news, he can also rush his troops to Xiangyang, look for an opportunity to enter the city, and help the young master to ascend the throne. No matter what happens, the young master will raise his troops. When cutting down Jing trees, all the masters were famous and convinced the people of Chu."

"Today's army must not be moved lightly. Cao Cao is in the Central Plains, but his heart is in Wu and Chu. If he knew that Jiangzuo was attacking Jingchu, it would be a great pleasure. He should lead his troops south to Jiangzuo. At that time, our army was divided into two and it was difficult to resist. Wait. When Cao's troops cross the river, if An Neng, a sergeant on the left side of the river, fights with them, they will definitely be defeated!"

The people in the Central Plains under Cao Cao's tent were soldiers who crawled out of the dead. Except for the Qiang soldiers of the northwest warlords, the ability of individual soldiers on land could not be compared to that of the soldiers in other places.If we switch to a large army to fight, the soldiers and horses of the northwest warlords are not as disciplined as the people of the Central Plains.

As for the soldiers in Jiangdong, except for a small number of soldiers who can encounter Cao's army, most of the soldiers can only rely on boats and boats.Therefore, Huo Jun only had one idea, that is, he must use rivers and boats to defeat Cao Cao, and he must not fight Cao Cao on land.Exploiting strengths and avoiding weaknesses, using a small number to attack the masses is a taboo for military strategists, and it is also a way to get killed.

Liu Qi was angry and slapped the case, saying: "Cai Mao and Kuai Yue are really hateful. The foundation of our Liu family is completely destroyed in their hands. Otherwise, how could I, the Liu family, be unable to compete with Cao Cao with the land of Wu and Chu? If there is a chance, someone I must kill him to vent my hatred."

"Young master, please calm down. The most important thing now is to investigate the news in Xiangyang City and see how the general Chariot and Cavalry is doing. If General Chariot and Cavalry dies of illness and we don't know about it, Cai Mao and Kuai Yue will help Liu Cong take over." Huo Jun warned.

Liu Qi calmed down and said in a deep voice: "A certain person wrote to Zhongxuan and sent it to Zixuan (Wang Kai). He also left a few pearls and asked him to send news from the city to Jiangxia."

"Young Master is wise!" Huo Jun said, cupping his hands.

Liu Qi frowned slightly and asked: "Zhong Miao, the troops and horses must not move lightly now, what should I do?"

Huo Jun pondered for a while and said: "In addition to waiting patiently, the young master should send more people to write letters to the governors of Jingzhou counties and order them to send gold and silver to please their relatives and families."

"it is good!"

Liu Qi asked: "Are there any other matters?"

"Young Master can put Jiang Zuo's sergeants on alert after the spring plowing, so they can send troops at any time in case of emergencies!"

　My condition is not good tonight, please wait and see.

　　
　
(End of this chapter)