Soldiers come to the world

Ma Dai has been gone for an hour, Ma Chao counted the time, he should have come back long ago, but there was no news, he began to fidget, he walked slowly forward with his hands behind his back, staring at the few bare peach trees in the backyard, Ma Chao He suddenly realized that it would be New Years in one month, and his wife and children had died in Ji County without even a tombstone.

Ma Chao let out a low sigh in his heart, he suddenly felt an unprecedented exhaustion, the past was rapidly moving away from him, he didn't even want to think about it, and his memory began to blur.

At this time, the shopkeeper's terrified voice came from the yard, "You two distinguished guests, our Zhou Mu is here!"

As soon as he finished speaking, there was a burst of intensive footsteps. When Ma Chao turned his head, he saw a group of soldiers walking into the yard. Ma Dai was leading the way, followed by a tall and burly young man wearing a golden crown and fine linen clothes. Wearing a purple robe, a jade belt around his waist, and a pair of piercing eyes, he looks extraordinarily heroic and upright.

It was the first time Ma Chao met Liu Jing. Although no one introduced him, he immediately guessed that this young man with extraordinary temperament was the famous Liu Jing. He actually came to visit him in person, which moved Ma Chao. He hurriedly stepped forward and knelt down, while Pound and several of his subordinates also knelt aside.

"Ma Chao, the doomed general, pays a visit to Zhou Mu!"

It was also the first time for Liu Jing to see Ma Chao. He saw that Ma Chao had a face like a crown of jade, he was extremely handsome, and his figure was also majestic and tall. Secretly admired, it is worthy of being a 'Jin Ma Chao', he is indeed a talented person, and his reputation is well-deserved.

He hurriedly stepped forward to help Ma Chao up, and asked Pang De and the others to stand up. Then he smiled at Ma Chao: "I don't know if my brother came to Guanzhong, but my younger brother is far away to welcome me. Please don't blame me."

Ma Chao was ashamed and said: "There is no need for state shepherds to be like this, Ma Chao is a down-and-out person, I dare not be ashamed!" [

Liu Jing knew that, although he wanted to say polite words, if Ma Chao was really raised too high, I'm afraid it would be difficult to manage in the future. Since Ma Chao himself admitted that he was a defeated general, why should he be too polite to him.

Liu Jing didn't apologize any more, he smiled, and asked Ma Chao, Ma Dai, and Pang De to sit down. At this time, the shopkeeper brought some bowls of hot soup. Liu Jing took a sip of the hot soup and said to Ma Chao: "I am here today. In the morning, I also received a letter from Feige from Chang'an, saying that Cao Cao's army had returned to Chang'an. I have already talked with the Second General, I am really guilty of not being able to help you."

Ma Chao shook his head, "Actually, Ma Chao overestimated his own strength and wanted to raise the flag to clear the king's side, but he didn't have the strength. He was defeated by Cao Cao twice, and his foundation was uprooted. I'm just an ordinary general now. Please don't treat me as an equal." Ma Chao is self-aware, and I beg Zhou Mu!"

Ma Chao once again begged Liu Jing not to regard him as a vassal. This was what they discussed along the way. If they want Liu Jing to take them in, they have to keep a low profile and lower their status. Liu Jing is not Liu Biao, he will take him in like Liu Bei. If they don't know what is good or bad, but want to be equal, they will definitely be killed by Liu Jing.

Liu Jing smiled slightly, he was quite satisfied with Ma Chao's self-knowledge, and Liu Jing didn't mention Tianshui anymore, he pondered for a while and said: "Because we just won Bashu, our internal situation is not stable, we can't use troops in Guanzhong immediately, so the fastest We will not be able to attack Guanzhong until next spring, and now we need to recuperate for the time being. If Meng Qi does not dislike it, he will temporarily be wronged to take up the position of Zhonglang General, as General Zhao Yun's deputy, and assist General Zhao Yun in training troops in Nanzheng. I will be back in a few days, and I hope Meng Qi can train the cavalry for me."

Ma Chao didn't expect Liu Jing to immediately let him lead an army alone to guard one side. He also knew that he couldn't compare with Huang Zhong and Zhao Yun. He was named Zhonglang General, which means he was at the same level as Wu Yi and Gan Ning. This is indeed Liu Jing. Jing's biggest concession has given him enough face. If he is not satisfied, not only will Liu Jing be annoyed, but even the generals of the Jingzhou Army will not be able to tolerate him.

Ma Chao was grateful in his heart, and quickly knelt down on one knee and cupped his fists and said, "From today on, Ma Mengqi is a general under Zhou Mu's command, and he is willing to do his best for Zhou Mu until he dies!"

Liu Jing laughed loudly, quickly helped him up and said, "We will be a family from now on."

He then said to Ma Dai and Pang De: "According to the rules of the Jingzhou Army, Meng Qi is General Zhonglang, and the two generals will be two ranks lower. However, I want to make a special appointment today. The two can be deputy captains to assist General Meng Qi." .”

Pang De and Ma Dai hurriedly saluted, "Thank you for the state shepherd's gift, and I am willing to work for the state shepherd!"

Liu Jing asked Ma Chao and the others to sit down again, and introduced Wu Yi and Yin Mo who came together with them. Yin Mo smiled and said, "General Ma joined the Jingzhou Army. I'm afraid General Wei will complain."

Ma Chao was puzzled, how could he infringe on Wei Yan's interests?He quickly asked: "Excuse me, Mr. Yin, why is this?"

Before Yin Mo could speak, Liu Jing said with a smile: "The Jingzhou Army has five generals. Before Meng Qifu, the rankings were Zilong, Hansheng, Xingba, Wenpin, and Wei Yan. Now that Meng Qi joins, the rankings will be It has changed, Meng Qi is at least ranked second, then the last one is the dispute between Wen Zhongye and Wei Wenchang. In fact, in terms of martial arts, Wei Yanlue is above Wenpin, but the Jingzhou Army does not recognize it, so Wei Yan can only withdraw from the Five Tigers. "

Ma Chao smiled wryly and said: "All the generals have made great contributions to Jingzhou. I have just arrived, and I dare not stand shoulder to shoulder with the generals, let alone damage the reputation of General Wei."

Liu Jing smiled, "This is ranked according to military strength, and it is related to merit, and it is just a joke in the military, and there is no official confirmation. If it is really confirmed, I, Liu Jing, can at least enter the ranks of the five tigers, and I don't even have a chance for civil employment. So Meng Qi doesn't have to care too much, and won't damage his reputation." [

"Wei Chen understands, thank you Zhou Mu for reminding me!"

Liu Jing nodded, "Okay! Pack up your things, let's go back to the barracks, General Ma's big tent has been packed."

Speaking of this, Liu Jing glanced at Pound again from the corner of his eye. This is a general with all-round talents in civil and military affairs. His martial arts can be included in the five tigers, but he can still use Pound too much for the time being.

Ma Chao hurriedly cleaned up with everyone and saluted, and followed Liu Jing back to the barracks.

Ma Chao and the others were arranged by Wu Yi, so Liu Jing didn't bother anymore. He returned to his big tent. At this time, Yin Ming also followed in, bowing and asking, "Is there anything Zhou Mu can do with this minister?"

Liu Jing nodded, and asked lightly, "What do you think about Ma Chao's surrender?"

Yin Mo pondered for a moment and said: "I think Ma Chao's surrender was not because he was convinced by Zhou Mu, but because he surrendered as a last resort. At that time, I carefully observed his expression. When Zhou Mu said that he would assist General Zhao During the military training, I saw the disappointment in his eyes. I guess he hoped that the state shepherd would allow him to control one side alone. From this, it can be concluded that he still wants to be a prince of one side. Maybe one day in the future, he will ask to guard Xiliang .”

Liu Jing nodded, "Mr.'s vision is indeed wise, and I have the same feeling, but since I use him, I can't be too stingy. If he can pass my one-year test, I will still give him a chance to guard one side in the future. It’s just that he raised troops to force his father to death, and his reputation is bad, if he is reused immediately, he will be discussed by the world, so I can’t give him a chance to stand out for the time being, sir, I have a chance to hint him and let him understand this.”

"Wei Chen remembered, but I still have a suggestion."

"What suggestion?" Liu Jing asked with a smile.

Yin Mo said with a smile: "I heard that Ma Chao's wife and children are both dead. Zhou Mu might as well care about his heirs. I heard that General Hu's sister has been widowed for several years and has no children. If we want to win them over, one is to win them over, and the other is to win them over. Let Ma Chao have a son, as long as Ma Chao has a son, it will be easy to control him."

Liu Hu's elder sister is named Liu Ju, Liu Jing's elder sister. She is about 26 and [-] years old. Shi has been a widow until now, and her family has been choosing a husband for her, but unfortunately there is no suitable candidate.

Liu Jing originally planned to betroth her to Zhao Yun, but Zhao Yun fell in love with Li Jing, the daughter of Li Xun, a fellow countryman, and married her. Now Yin Ming proposed that he could match Ma Chao, and immediately reminded Liu Jing that this is indeed a good school. Marriage, with Ma Chao's outstanding talent and world-renowned martial arts, Liu Ju is absolutely willing, the key is whether Ma Chao is willing?

Liu Jing thought for a while and smiled, "Don't be in a hurry to say this. In a few days, sir, I will find out Ma Chao's tone for me. If Ma Chao is also interested, I will let them meet in the New Year and then discuss the marriage."

Yin Mo chuckled, "Don't worry, Zhou Mu, I will test him."

At this time, Yin Mao thought of something again, and suggested in a low voice: "Ma Dai and Pang De are both talents who stand alone. If it is inconvenient for Zhou Mu to reuse Ma Chao for a while, then you can reuse these two first and let them be grateful to Zhou Mu. Yu Xin, as long as Ma Chao doesn't follow these two people, his self-reliance will gradually fade, what does Zhou Mu think?"

Liu Jing nodded. Ma Dai and Pang De were both loyal generals in history, but they can be used to great effect, "Mr.

"Resignation!" Yin Mo saluted and withdrew.

Liu Jing walked to the door of the tent with his hands behind his back, feeling very happy in his heart. This time Cao Cao defeated Ma Chao, on the one hand, he wiped out Xiliang's troubles for himself, and on the other hand, he got three fierce generals for himself, although Ma Chao was not convinced and surrendered to him , but as long as he makes good use of his wrists and acts both kindly and powerful, I believe that Ma Chao will definitely become his right-hand man.

Ma Chao bravely won the three armies, but it is a pity that he lacks resourcefulness, but he has many advisers around him, which can completely make up for his lack of resourcefulness. More importantly, Ma Chao is very good at training cavalry. If he can train himself a Xiliang cavalry force, he There is also capital to compete with Cao Cao's tiger and leopard cavalry.

The north is not like the south, where the whole country is flat, and the cavalry is especially important. If there is no strong cavalry, how can we compete for the world?

Thinking of this, Liu Jing couldn't help showing a smug smile.

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