Can I get to the other side?.

Chapter 80: Not Like a Human Leader
For several days in a row, Jia Xu's house was visited by guests in an endless stream.

Ju Shou, Shen Pei, Guo Tu and others came to visit one after another, and even Tian Feng, who was always aloof, came in person.

Because they not only represent themselves, but also the families and factions behind them; you must know that Jia Xu has just arrived in Yecheng, has no roots, and has no interference or damage to the interests of all parties, but he is valued by Yuan Shao, so naturally everyone wants to win over such a talent.

Jia Mansion.

After seeing off Feng Ji who came to visit, Jia Xu returned to his study and took a sip of tea to moisten his dry throat.

"This is already the eighth group of guests to visit us."

Jia Xu let out a long sigh and couldn't help but rub his temples.

In the past few days, all the forces under Yuan Shao have shown goodwill to him, and the threshold of his house is almost broken down.

Although being able to please everyone is something he is good at, being good at it does not mean that he likes it. He keeps repeating the same polite words and courteous remarks, which are really boring and uninteresting.

"Forget it. I just arrived here, so this is inevitable."

"It will be fine after some time."

Jia Xu shook his head and suppressed the slight unhappiness in his heart.

He had not been without gain during these days. In addition to the generous gifts sent by various factions, he had also gradually figured out the intricate network of relationships and power structure under Yuan Shao.

This will be of great help to his stable life in the future.

Thinking of this, Jia Xu felt much better. He leaned back in the pearwood chair and thought about his future direction.

Hanging on the wall behind him was a calligraphy piece with the word "stable" written in large letters, written in vigorous and powerful strokes, and it was drawn by his own hand.

"But why haven't I seen Guo Jia these days?"

Jia Xu suddenly remembered the young man he had met at the banquet at Yuan's mansion that day.

In the past few days, he has found out the identity of this person.

His surname was Guo, his given name was Jia, and his courtesy name was Fengxiao. He came from a long-deceased branch of the Guo family in Yingchuan. He could be considered a child of a poor family, and was not taken seriously for several years under Yuan Shao.

The other party has not come to visit in the past few days.

However, although he had no contact with him, his intuition told him that this young man was no ordinary person.

If you have the chance, you can make some friends with them.

Just as Jia Xu was thinking this, the housekeeper suddenly walked into the study and reported to him: "Master, the second son of the Yuan family is here to visit."

"Ok?"

Jia Xu paused while drinking his tea, looked up, raised his eyebrows and asked, "Is it the general's second son, Master Yuan Xi?"

"Exactly."

Jia Xu frowned slightly, thought for a moment, put down the tea bowl and said, "Please go to the lobby for reception. I will be there in a moment."

"Yes, sir."

The butler retreated in response.

Jia Xu drank his tea slowly in the study, and waited for some time before going to the lobby.

At this time, Yuan Xi was already waiting in the hall.

Seeing Jia Xu approaching, he quickly stood up and saluted: "Yuan Xi greets you, sir!"

He showed respect to Jia Xu as a junior.

Jia Xu raised his eyebrows, but did not dodge. He accepted the greeting calmly, then smiled and said, "Second Master, why are you so polite? Please take a seat."

After they sat down, Jia Xu said, "I was just taking a nap. I didn't know you had a visitor. I'm sorry to have kept you waiting for so long."

"Sir, that's not right. I am the one who disturbed you."

Yuan Xi shook his head upon hearing this, and then said very seriously: "My father always taught me to respect the wise and the elders. It is only right that the master makes me wait as long as I want. How dare I complain?"

This attitude is extremely humble.

Jia Xu smiled on his fat face and said, "I wonder what brings you here today, Mr. Second Master?"

He was too lazy to continue chatting with Yuan Xi.

As the second son of the Yuan family, his intention to ask for favors from others was too obvious by his attitude towards him.

So I just said it clearly and agreed or refused depending on the situation. After hesitating for a moment, Yuan Xi said, "Now my father wants me and my third brother to share the military, political and logistical affairs; but I am not very knowledgeable and I am not up to the task."

"Your name is well-known. I don't ask for advice from you, but I hope you can give me some pointers occasionally."

"In this case, Yuan Xi will be very grateful!"

As Yuan Xi spoke, he took out a gift list from his arms and placed his hands on the table beside him.

"It's just a small gift, I hope you will accept it."

Yuan Shang had Guo Jia's help, which made Yuan Xi feel deeply pressured; after being enlightened by Xu You that day, he realized that if he didn't seek help, he would not be able to compete with his third brother at all.

And Jia Xu was the person he had his eyes on.

Feeling Yuan Xi's sincere and passionate eyes, Jia Xu felt nothing in his heart, but he was a little surprised when his eyes swept over the gift list.

"Second Master, this is not a small gift."

Yuan Xi just smiled and said, "If I can get your help, this gift won't matter."

However, Jia Xu just shook his head, pushed the gift list back, and said, "Second Master, I cannot accept this gift."

"The general asked the two young masters to share the affairs in order to test their abilities. How could I go beyond the rules and help you?"

"Second Master, please take back this gift."

He was a man of great talent. He knew Yuan Shao's plan just by listening to Yuan Xi's words. He didn't want to interfere in the fight between heirs.

Upon hearing this, Yuan Xi became anxious and stood up and said, "Sir, my father did not say that we are not allowed to seek help from outside. My third brother won over a strategist named Guo Jia, so he was able to suppress me."

"I have no other choice now, please help me, sir!"

Yuan Xi was really desperate, he couldn't find anyone to help him now.

Jia Xu was his last straw.

"Are you talking about...Guo Jia, Guo Fengxiao?"

When Jia Xu heard the name Yuan Xi said, he raised his eyes.

It was that young strategist.

Yuan Xi nodded repeatedly and said, "Yes, it is him! Although he is not well-known, he is very capable!"

"Last time, I wanted to marry the Zhen family, but he helped Yuan Shang to ruin the marriage and harmed me!"

Yuan Xi gritted his teeth and told the story again.

After listening to this, Jia Xu couldn't help but feel very interested.

This Guo Jia is quite interesting.

However, he still did not agree to Yuan Xi's request, but just said: "Let me think about it, please take back the gift, Second Young Master."

"No, no, no, how can I take back a gift?"

"Sir, you must accept this gift!"

Yuan Xi was very happy. Although Jia Xu did not agree, he did not refuse either. This was enough!
As for the gift, he would not take it back.

As long as I can win Jia Xu's favor, it will be enough!
"Then sir, Yuan Xi will take his leave. I apologize for disturbing you today."

Yuan Xi bowed respectfully again, then said goodbye and left.

Jia Xu watched Yuan Xi leave, his mind already flying far away.

He smacked his lips and muttered, "Yuan Shao is ambitious but has no strategy, not like a leader. Next, let's see if the emperor can assist him."

He had been observing Yuan Shao while talking with him for a few days. He also met with his advisers and just heard some news about the feud between the brothers from Yuan Xi.

Jia Xu no longer had the previous idea of ​​"if the emperor cannot assist me, then help Yuan Shao", and he concluded that Yuan Shao could not take over the world.

The impression Yuan Benchu ​​gave him now was completely different from when he was fighting against Dong Zhuo, as if they were two different people.

"If the emperor cannot be assisted, then leave."

Jia Xu staggered towards the backyard. Although he liked wealth and fame, he valued his life and property more.

(End of this chapter)