Ji Han Da Sima

Chapter 277 Recommending talents
From the beginning to the end of the banquet, Liu Bei's smile never stopped.The drinks consumed today were more than at previous banquets, which showed how happy Liu Bei was.

When the banquet was over, Huo Jun went to find Liu Bei who was about to return to his mansion.At Liu Bei's invitation, Huo Juntong returned to the mansion by carriage.

The Zhoumu Mansion where Liu Bei stayed was expanded from the E County Government Office. Construction workers could be seen working there. A large number of building timbers, bricks and tiles were piled up, and the houses on the left and right were also demolished.

"Kong Ming said that the old government office was small and could not be used to manage the government, so he expanded a few halls." Liu Bei, with a rosy face, gave Huo Jun instructions.

Huo Jun looked around and said with a smile: "What Kong Ming said is not unreasonable. In the past, Xiao He said that the great ancestor was not magnificent and could not show the majesty of the emperor. Although the current lord has not founded a country or established a foundation, he can still govern the government from this point of view. Looking at it from Jun, Wuhan The government must be at least as grand as the Han Shou Mansion, and it is possible to be even more grand."

The previous government office in E County was too shabby as a county-level government office.It is not qualified to be used as a state government, let alone used as a government office for the head of two states.

Liu Bei smiled brightly and said: "Kong Ming and Yuan Zhi also said the same thing."

In these years, Xu Shu often sat in the rear for Liu Bei. As Zhuge Liang's deputy, he was in charge of the law and appeased people's hearts, and made many achievements.Now Liu Bei is in charge of Jingchu, and Xu Shu has gained the title of Marquis in the Pass.

"Sit down!"

Entering the meeting hall, Liu Bei invited Huo Jun to sit on the opposite couch and said, "It's just you and me today, no need to be polite!"

Calling the maid to serve tea, Liu Bei, who smelled of alcohol, smiled and said: "The last time I had a drink with Zhongmiao, I was still outside Cao Cao's navy stronghold. At that time, Cao Cao was writing poems across the tree and drinking wine by the river. He was in high spirits, but he suffered Defeat at the hands of Zhong Miao, fleeing from Jianghan, in such a miserable state!"

Holding tea in both hands, Huo Jun said: "Thanks to the lord's high regard and entrusted military affairs, Jun was able to gather the strength of the two families and defeat Cao Cao at Chrysostom. At that time, Jun said that he would help the king to fly to the nine heavens and ride the wind and clouds. Looking at it now, Jun lives up to the words of the past.”

Liu Bei was filled with emotion and said: "I have already taken control of the two states of Yang and Jing. Jiaozhou is about to be conquered, but Yizhou cannot be conquered. However, Yizhou has a law of filial piety and uprightness, and Mencius respects and helps it. Don't use Zhang Song as an internal response, and you can get it." It’s not difficult. We are now halfway through using Zhong Miao’s suggestions to deal with it!”

"I can only live today, and I will benefit from it and hope to meet you!"

Huo Jun said modestly: "The words of strategy are just talk on paper. The master can only sit in Wu Chu and rely on the support of all the wise men."

"The merit of everyone is the merit of everyone, what does it have to do with the merit of the king?" Liu Bei pretended to be displeased and said.

"Thank you my lord!"

Huo Jun hesitated a little and said, "My lord, Jun is here to resign from the post of governor of Nanjun."

"what!"

Liu Bei, who was drinking hot tea, was shocked and asked: "Gu is not inferior to Zhongmiao, how can Zhongmiao resign from Nanjun? Is it possible that there is something wrong with Gu?"

Seeing this, Huo Jun explained: "Jun wants to change Zhenjiang and Huaihe and let the lord take charge of Nanjun."

Liu Bei seemed to realize something, frowned his eyebrows, and said: "Gufei is a narrow-minded person who is jealous of talents and talents. Zhongmiao is a high-ranking general in the country and has outstanding military strategy. The important place of Nanjun is looking north and west. It connects to Xiangwan and reaches the west. Bashu. Who can guard it except Zhongmiao?"

Liu Bei really wasn't worried about Huo Jun's great achievements. He believed in Huo Jun's character and believed that Huo Jun was no worse than him.And he just got Huo Jun, and he hasn't warmed up yet!

Of course, in Liu Bei's future plans, Huo Jun is stationed in Nanjun, which is enough to prevent Cao Cao from attacking Jingchu southward.He was able to take advantage of the situation and mobilize Jingchu troops to march westward to Bashu. At the same time, he relied on the wealth of Nanjun to provide logistical support for the troops marching westward.

Huo Jun waved his hand and explained: "It's not that I'm afraid of my lord's suspicion. Jun just thinks that Jianghuai is easy to plan, but Xiangfan should not be rushed."

"What's the plan for Jianghuai?" Liu Bei asked doubtfully.

Huo Jun nodded and said: "Thanks to the virtue of my lord, Cao Cao went south to the Yangtze and Huaihe Rivers. The people in the north of the Yangtze River either crossed south to the east of the Yangtze River or moved north to Shouchun. Now only Hefei has people. Hefei is isolated on the Yangtze River and Huaihe River. It is a strong but small city. Strong generals guard the city. Jun thinks he might be able to capture Hefei!"

"At that time, my lord entered Bashu and Jun took Hefei from the north to attract Cao Cao's troops. If Hefei is captured, the area south of Shouchun will no longer be in Cao Cao's possession. If Hefei is difficult to conquer, Jun will march northward, and he will be able to capture the lord's formation. "

"As for the two cities of Xiangfan, they face each other across the river, are close to Yewan, and are adjacent to the Central Plains. It is difficult to defeat them. The most important thing in Jingchu today is not Xiangfan, but Bashu'er!"

Huo Jun changed his perspective and explained to Liu Bei his reasons for going to Jianghuai.The future of Jingchu's troops lies in Bashu, and Wu Yue can take the opportunity to march north to draw firepower for Liu Bei.

"That's all?"

Liu Bei obviously didn't believe Huo Jun's reason.

After hesitating for a while, Huo Jun said truthfully: "Most of the wealth in Jingchu is gathered in Nanjun. My lord wants to take control of Jingzhou and invade Bashu from the west, so Nanjun must be controlled. Jun is sitting in Nanjun. Although he can help lord control the north, it is not related to his great cause. , is of no benefit.”

Hearing this, Liu Bei was deeply moved and said, "It is a great blessing for Bei that Zhong Miao has such thoughts. Without Zhong Miao, would Bei'an have the foundation it has today?"

Liu Bei was really moved by Huo Jun. When he was in trouble many times, Huo Jun almost always helped him.

When he first attached to Liu Biao, he was confused in life, and Huo Jun showed his hope and guidance to him in the direction of his life; when he went to Jiangdong in difficulties, he served Liu Qi secretly, and single-handedly defeated the Jiangdong navy.

When Cao Cao went south to Jianghan, and everyone was timid and did not dare to fight, Huo Junhao promised to defeat Cao in two months and save the overall situation from danger; when Liu Qi was seriously ill, Huo Jun sent a message thousands of miles, urging Liu Bei to succeed him.Now, when he was in trouble in Jingchu, Huo Jun took the initiative to leave Jianghuai and let Nanjun go, so that he could control Jingchu.

Can you say that Liu Bei was not moved?
Liu Bei, who drank too much, lost his usual composure. He held Huo Jun's hand and said with emotion: "Zhong Miao is my confidant, more than his siblings can compare to him."

Liu Bei's metaphor is not trivial. He can survive even if his limbs are broken; he can survive even if he has no confidants!

Of course, the monarch likes this metaphor, so listen and believe it.If you take it seriously, you should be more sober.

Liu Bei overturned his previous title for Huo Jun and said: "Zhongmiao went to Jianghuai to capture Hefei. I was appointed as the governor of Xuzhou and supervised the two counties of Danyang and Poyang. He also gave Pengze the title of emperor's salary. Xuzhou details Details can be drawn up in the future.”

Liu Bei gave him the empty post of governor of Xuzhou. In order to ensure Huo Jun's rights, he also made Huo Jun the governor of Danyang and Poyang counties.His power increased and decreased, because he took charge of Xuzhou and supervised two counties. The area under Huo Jun's jurisdiction became larger, but his power became smaller and he could not control the basic governance of the two counties.

However, Huo Du, as Huo Jun's elder brother, could still speak in Poyang County.As for Danyang County, it depends on who succeeds Guan Yu.

Huo Jun declined and said, "My lord, Jun already has two counties and is willing to transfer Pengze's salary to my brother."

In Huo Jun's opinion, the favor he has received is already high, so it is better to receive it from Huo Du, which can be regarded as a reward for his brother over the years.

Liu Bei thought for a while and then said: "Zhong Miao is respectful and kind. I will accept your request now."

As he spoke, Liu Bei sipped his tea and asked, "Zhong Miao has been in charge of Nanjun for a long time. I don't know how to teach an orphan?"

"The most important thing about Nanjun lies in the two cities of Dangyang and Gong'an. If these two cities can be secured, Jiangling will be safe." Huo Jun said: "If my lord wants to invade Bashu from the west, it is better to separate Wuling and the counties in the west of Nanjun and establish Yidu County. He specializes in managing affairs in Yizhou."

"good!"

Liu Bei put down his tea cup and asked, "Zhongmiao has been in Chu for a long time. Now that Jiaozhou has just begun to be attached, I want to send the minister to Jiao to manage the government. I don't know who can go!"

Huo Jun pondered for a while, then recommended: "Bu Zhao, Bu Zi Shan, a combination of civil and military skills, and resourcefulness, you can go there; Lu Su, Lu Zijing, heroic and full of ambition, you can go there; Pan Jun, Pan Chengming, loyal It is credible, and there are military strategies that can be used at will; Lu Yi and Lu Boyan have profound scheming and military strategies, so they can be put to rest."

"Zishan, Zijing, Chengming, Boyan?"

Liu Bei frowned and thought. The four people recommended by Huo Jun all had the same characteristics. They were all scholars, able to bring peace to the people, and all had powerful tactics.

"Zishan, Gu has an important role; Boyan, Gu has another destiny; Chengming, attached to Gu at the beginning; Zijing, Gu's right and left." Liu Bei said after considering.

"Zijing can control one side, and he can make plans for Yu Gu. He should be Qu Cai." Liu Bei slapped the case and said: "When Zijing was moved to Pingnan Zhonglang General, he was appointed as the governor of Jiaozhou and led thousands of Baijie troops to station in Jiaozhou."

"My lord is wise!" Huo Jun praised.

Then Huo Jun recommended Liu Bei and said: "My lord, Mr. Shi Shuijing said that Wolong Kongming and Fengchu Shiyuan are both national scholars. Shi Pangtong, the chief of Nanjun under Jun's rule, is Fengchu. His talents are outstanding, and he is the leader of Nanjun." He is often involved in government affairs. Today I recommend Fengchu Pang Shiyuan to my lord to assist him."

"good!"

The corners of Liu Bei's mouth raised again, and he said with a smile: "Kong Ming's ability is known to me. Feng Chu's talent is really unknown. Now I am recommended by Zhong Miao. I should see him and inquire about important matters."

Then, Liu Bei clapped his hands on his knees and said with emotion: "If Guzhang's civil servants can recommend talents like Zhong Miao, Wu Chu will be able to have a good morning!"

"With my lord's ability, Wu Chu will be safe sooner or later." Huo Jun said with a smile.

Liu Bei was moved. He pointed to the young girl who appeared on the side of the hall and said, "This is a lonely girl. What do you think Zhong Miao is like?"

Huo Jun was a little surprised. He never thought that Liu Bei's concubine was there. He looked at Liu Ya and said, "She is an upright and virtuous woman. She must be a beautiful girl."

"How about being your wife?" Liu Bei said with a slightly drunken smile.

Huo Jun looked at Liu Ya, whose face was red, and said hesitantly: "Jun Ziyi is young. Jun's adopted son Deng Fan was born in a peasant family, and he was afraid that it would be difficult for his father-in-law to find a good son-in-law."

The eldest daughter born to Mrs. Mi married Lu Yi (Lu Xun) of Wu County.The second daughter Liu Ya is the daughter of Liu Bei's concubine, and her mother is a singer.

Liu Bei disagreed and said calmly: "Young boy weaved mats and sold shoes, Yunchang fled to the rivers and lakes, Yide was a powerful man in the countryside, Kong Minglong was a farmer, do you think you are noble?"

Seeing Liu Bei's answer, Huo Jun thanked me and said, "Jun is deeply grateful for my lord's kindness. Only death can repay my lord's kindness."

The marriage between Liu Bei and Huo Jun was mostly of a political nature.As far as Liu Bei is concerned, it is natural for him to go to Jiangdong to marry his eldest daughter and go to Jingchu to marry his second daughter.It would be better to marry Huo Jun's son than to marry someone else. It would not only serve as a signal to appease the Jingchu scholars, but also win over Huo Jun, killing two birds with one stone.

　No more tonight, no need to wait.

　　
　
(End of this chapter)