The Yuan Family of the Three Kingdoms I call the shots

Chapter 600
Jia Xu had a solution, which surprised Yuan Shang very much. After all, it is not an easy task to stabilize the Cao family's army and the local county armed forces. At least Yuan Shang has not thought of a stable solution now.

However, with Jia Xu's wisdom, it shouldn't be too difficult to accomplish this.

"What is Dr. Jia's trick? Why don't you tell me about it?" Yuan Shang asked Jia Xu with a smile.

Jia Xu bowed modestly, opened her mouth, but said something.

"Can you give me some saliva? By the way, give me a seat, the old man has been standing here for half a day."

Yuan Shang: "..."

The old guy pushed his nose up to his face.

Later, when the water arrived, the old man Jia Xu picked up the water and took a sip "liuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu" Then he breathed a sigh of relief, pattering his mouth like he was enjoying it.

"It would be better if there was some hot tea..." The old man said to himself, but he didn't know whether he was speaking for himself or Yuan Shang.

Yuan Shang's face turned red.

"Old fox, don't push yourself too hard! This is the front line of the Chinese army, where can I get you hot tea!"

Jia Xu smiled slightly, looking at his expression, it seemed that he was not very afraid of Yuan Shang.

"The old man is just talking, the general doesn't have to take it seriously."

Yuan Shang: "..."

After a pause, Jia Xu put down the water vessel in his hand, straightened his face, and said, "Although Cao's central army surrenders, there are many generals who are dissatisfied, and the prefects and county magistrates of the local counties have their own hearts. How, the general doesn't know, for the sake of future leadership, the general will cleanse these people sooner or later, but now that the Cao family has just surrendered, people's hearts are floating, even if they want to cleanse, now is not the best time."

Yuan Shang nodded, and said: "If the personnel cleaning is carried out now, many people will definitely be killed... It will easily affect my stalwart image."

Jia Xu said: "So, the current strategy should be mainly to appease the strategy. As long as we can get through the early stage, when the people's hearts are stable in the future, and the situation in Zhongzhou is back, we can transfer officials and generals, and we can get twice the result with half the effort."

Yuan Shang sneered when he heard the words, and said: "You didn't say that, the key is how to do it!"

Jia Xu was not in a hurry, and said: "It takes one person to appease the generals of the Cao family's army, and one person is needed to appease the counties in Zhongzhou."

Yuan Shang raised his eyebrows when he heard the words, and said, "What do you mean?"

Jia Xu chuckled and said, "To appease the generals of Cao's army, you need a Sikong! To appease the local prefectures and counties, you need a minister."

"A Sikong...a Shangshu..." Yuan Shang rolled his eyes, as if he understood what Jia Xu meant.

Jia Xu smiled lightly and said: "Now the main force of the Cao family has surrendered to the general as a whole, but whether the hearts of the generals and soldiers are surrendered or not, the general needs to recover them one by one. One person is shocking to them, and this person is naturally none other than Cao Zhi, the former Prime Minister Cao...Of course, the general ruled the north, and the post of prime minister who can be on an equal footing with you can't be taken by him, so let him inherit his father. It’s not bad to continue to serve as Sikong.”

Yuan Shang's face darkened.

"Old fox, you think I'm stupid! Let Cao Zhi continue to serve as Sikong, like a choke in the throat, like a sword in the head! Maybe something will happen at any time!"

Jia Xu laughed and said, "It's just a vacant position. When the time comes, Cao Zhi will be moved to Yecheng, and he will not be given real power. He will also be under the control of the general."

Yuan Shang rolled his eyes when he heard the words, and said: "It's just nonsense! If I want to use him to help me appease Cao Jun's current situation, then I must let him be in the army, but moving him to Yecheng will not quench his thirst at all. It's useless at all, your scheme is too weak!"

Jia Xu smiled and said: "The general didn't understand what the old man meant. He appointed Cao Zhi as Sikong and moved him to Yecheng. Although he can't command Cao's army, he can place one of his assistants in the army. The general pass Cao Zhi The meaning is to stabilize the generals and soldiers of the Cao army, and then the general will find a way to slowly gather together bit by bit to regain the loyalty of the generals of the Cao army."

Yuan Shang is so smart, when he heard this, he suddenly understood.

"You mean, Cao Zhi is still Sikong, and still has the right to serve and command Cao's army, but he has no real power. On the contrary, he has a spokesperson for him in the army? And this spokesperson must have a close relationship with Cao Zhi and be able to convince the public. , and can it still be within my control?"

Jia Xu nodded and said, "Exactly."

Yuan Shang rolled his eyes and said, "Then who do you think is suitable?"

Jia Xu smiled slightly, and said: "If there is a candidate, there is one here."

"Who?"

"Cao Chong."

Yuan Shang was taken aback when he heard the words.

Jia Xu smiled, and slowly explained for Yuan Shang.

"According to the old man's observations over the years, although Cao Chong is the smartest of the Cao family's sons, he is not a domineering figure! This child lacks arrogance, forbearance, ambition, and too much. Smart, but too obvious, causing many brothers to be jealous of him, and based on this alone, he is no threat to the general in the army."

Yuan Shang nodded when he heard the words: "A hedgehog that shows its sharpness is indeed not scary. I'm afraid it's like Liu Bei and Cao Pi who can tolerate bastards."

Jia Xu smiled and continued: "In addition, Cao Chong is very kind and filial, and he has a very good relationship with his elder brother Cao Zhi! The general asked Cao Chong to serve as Cao Zhi's commander in the army, but he can control the entire Cao family. Moved to Yecheng, including Cao Zhi and Mrs. Huan! Just imagine that his most beloved biological mother and brother with the best relationship are all in Yecheng, and they are all under the eyes of the general. With Cao Chong's pure and kind heart, how can he not bow to the general? , Willing to drive?"

Yuan Shang nodded again.

"Third, Cao Chong is young. Although he has the status of the son of the Cao family, he has no significant meritorious service. This will inevitably hinder his development in the army. As long as the general restrains him a little, no matter how smart he is, it will be difficult for him spray."

Speaking of this, Jia Xu paused, and said: "In the name of Cao Zhi, use Cao Chong's people to manage Cao's army. For a long time, there will be no worries! And after a while, with the general's It must be easy to regain the heart of Cao Jun and completely integrate it into your own troops."

Hearing this, Yuan Shang couldn't help but look up to the sky and sigh.

"A poisoner is a poisoner, and his moves are ruthless! Not only did Cao Zhi and the Cao clan be restrained to death by this method, but it also showed that I understand the righteousness and treat the surrendered ministers preferentially...Old fox, what are you reading? What brand of Art of War? Recommend it to me, and let me learn a lot.”

Jia Xu smiled when he heard the words, and said modestly: "It's enough that the general thinks this plan is easy to use."

Yuan Shang thought for a while, and said: "But, the position of Sikong cannot be given to Cao Zhi. After all, it is a position in charge of military affairs. Even if he has no authority, leaving him idle for a long time will cause people to talk... I will report to Luoyang. Please ask the imperial court to ennoble Cao Zhi as... Grand Tutor! He ranks first among all the officials."

Jia Xu nodded and said, "This is up to the General himself."

Yuan Shang smiled slightly, and hurriedly said: "Then there are counties and counties in the Central Plains, how to deal with it?"

Jia Xu said: "I just said that there is one Sikong and one minister, and Sikong will help you manage the Cao family's army. As for the local counties, as long as the general can get the support of one person, they will be stable."

Yuan Shang raised his eyebrows: "Who?"

"Xun Yu, all the government affairs of the Cao family have been managed by Xun Yu for many years. Xun Yu has a very high reputation and a very important position among the local county officials. As long as he comes forward, there is no local matter that cannot be settled. .”

So that's the case, Yuan Shang nodded, expressing his understanding.

"But how should I subdue Xun Yu?"

Jia Xu laughed when he heard this.

"That's your own business, the old man has nothing to do with it."

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Yuan Shang adopted the two strategies Jia Xu stated, but now is not the time to implement them. After rectifying the army at Guandu, his next step is to march into Xudu.

At this time, Zhang Liao protected Sima Yi and Diao Chan and returned to the Guandu army.

Cao Zhi was able to surrender this time, thanks to Sima Yi, Diao Chan and others' secret dealings in the rear, and also thanks to Diao Chan who was able to persuade Mrs. Bian, and it was also because of Mrs. Bian's personal letter that Cao Zhi was able to give up his stubborn stubbornness.

Therefore, Yuan Shang happily received the three of them.

Diao Chan and Zhang Liao were okay, but Sima Yi was wounded all over, his nose was bruised and his face was swollen, and he was limping when he walked, as if he had been shot in the leg twice.

But Mrs. Bian went out of the city to pray for Cao Zhi and others. Diao Chan wanted to see her to persuade her to surrender, but she had many protectors around her, so she sent Sima Yi to lead a group of dead soldiers, pretending to be rioters, harassing his team and attracting most of the guards , which made Zhang Liao protect Diao Chan to meet Mrs. Bian when the guards were insufficient.

Diao Chan succeeded. Poor Sima Yi and the others who were responsible for distracting Mrs. Bian's guards were regarded as mobs. After being caught by the guards, they brutally beat them up.Sima Yi's buttocks were kicked, and his leg bones were almost broken. If he hadn't been with him day and night, Yuan Shang would hardly have recognized him.

"My lord..." Sima Yi limped towards Yuan Shang, holding Yuan Shang's eyes tightly with both hands, his face was full of tears, his voice was choked, as if he had unspeakable difficulties.

Yuan Shang was taken aback when he saw this, and asked in surprise, "Zhongda, why did you become Tieguai Li?"

Sima Yi twitched his throat vigorously, and said in a low voice, "My lord...you evildoer..."

Yuan Shang frowned when he heard the words: "Who are you calling a monster, be careful I will beat you!"

"I mean... your old mother-in-law is evil, don't let me see her again!" Sima Yi choked up the whole sentence.

Yuan Shang was surprised when he heard this: "Aren't you the favorite to see beautiful women? My old mother-in-law looks so fancy, don't you like to see them?"

"I love to watch it, but the problem is that I have to save my life to watch it!"

Yuan Shang turned his head in amazement and looked at Diao Chan who was behind Sima Yi, who was pursing his lips and smiling coquettishly. He raised his eyebrows and said, "What did you do to him? He frightened you so much...you castrated him?"

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(End of this chapter)