Liu Yu also sighed after hearing Hua Xiu's words.
"In fact, since the death of Liu Yuan, although the Hulu were arrogant and arrogant, their reputation for cruelty and cruelty has been known to the world. The only people they can rely on are the slaughter of more than 100,000 people in Bingzhou. Under the accumulation of evil, disasters , will be punished by heaven."
Liu Yuan, the founder of the Xiongnu-Han Kingdom, may not be regarded as the Xiongnu who slaughtered everyone, but he was an out-and-out "spiritual Han". Not only was he proficient in literary classics, but he was also good at winning over scholars. He also planned every step for the expansion of the Xiongnu-Han Kingdom. , with half the strength of Bingzhou, dragged the broken Jin court into the abyss of death.
In Liu Yu's view, Liu Yuan, the Xiongnu talent, is truly terrifying. If time passes, the wealthy and powerful people from the Jin people in the Central Plains will surely join forces with him and bring down the feudal lords of the Han army in the Song and Yuan dynasties, and the Han army princes in the Ming and Qing dynasties. It is possible that the deeds of the Banner Traitor Army will be previewed in advance.
Fortunately, Liu Yuan died soon. Although his successor Liu Cong did not relax at all in terms of military expansion, he not only made no achievements in domestic affairs, but also reversed course and deviated from Liu Yuan's policy of "Chineseization".
After Liu Cong came to power, the most important thing he did was to give a few cuckolds to the dead ghost dad, and then restored the tradition of "green daddy" on the grassland. Not only did he disgust some of the Huns' clans, but also It also seriously deteriorated the image established by Liu Yuan.
In addition, the traditional tribal leaders within the Huns, and the tribal chiefs and clans vigorously rejected the powerful Jin people. Although the territory expanded was large, their own military and political strength did not increase much.
"Although the Huns are raging now, they only rely on more than 100,000 Huns. As long as all parties work together to suppress it, it won't matter."
Hua Xiu also felt that the Huns were not as powerful as imagined. Even if Luoyang had been captured, the power of the refugees and bandits led by Wang Mi and others played an important role.
"Compared with the Huns, the millions of Xianbei barbarians outside the Great Wall are life and death enemies. Even though they are currently attacking each other, once they join forces to invade the south, they will definitely lose the world."
The reason why Liu Yu said this is because past history shows that whether it was the Huns who established Han Zhao, the Jiehu people who established Later Zhao, or the sudden rise of the Di people, Xianbei, who had a stronger numerical advantage, In front of others, everyone has to be willing to be inferior.
After the Xianbei people took control of the north, they took advantage of their military superiority and even went against civilization. In the early Northern Wei Dynasty, they repeatedly tried to convert the Central Plains people into barbarians. If it hadn't been for the repeated military pressure and internal rebellions of the Southern Dynasties, which led to the rapid decline of the Xianbei people's power. It is not known how long this dispute between Huayi and Huayi will continue.
"Wang Pengzu was playing with fire and burned himself. One day, these Duanbu barbarians will be killed." Hua Xiu was not optimistic about Wang Jun, who always behaved erratically.
As for the other thing, for Liu Yu, it was a mixed bag.
That is, Sikong Xunfan, who occupied Mi County and established a platform, had just been attacked by King Mi of the Hu Han Dynasty. Most of the Wubao forts around Mi County fell. county.
"It seems like Xun Sikong will definitely come to Yanzhou."
Liu Yu knew that because he supported Sima Duan as the crown prince, Xun Fan and others wanted to support Sima Ye, which resulted in conflicts. However, now that Xun Fan's Mi County was attacked and he had to give up his escape, he would be able to He came to Yanzhou to seek refuge with himself.
"Not necessarily. After Xun Fan abandoned Mi County, he could still go south. Yingchuan and Runan areas also have manpower and material resources to support it." Hua Xiu felt that it was not that simple.
Because if Xun Fan came to Yanzhou to defect to Liu Yu, it would mean giving up his power to lead the throne. Even if his position could still be higher than that of Liu Yu, the power in his hands would have to be handed over.
"Haha, Xun Sikong is guarding Mi County and can't even defeat a single Wang Mi. If he goes south to Runan, Yingchuan, wouldn't he have to face a flanking attack from Wang Mi and Gou Xi? If Wang Mi is like this, then there will be an even more powerful Gou Xi. Xi, Xun Sikong may not be so confident."
Liu Yu said calmly.
Gou Xi's headquarters, which now occupies the Nanyang area, is trying to break out of the Nanyang area because it has been frequently attacked by Jingzhou, most likely heading east to attack the Runan area.
Facts have proved that Liu Yu's guess was indeed correct.
When Liu Yu led his army to Gaoping County in Yanzhou, he immediately received a report from a messenger from Chenliu County in Yanzhou, saying that Sikong Xunfan, Taichang Xunzu and others from the Great Jin Dynasty were leading three Xingtai officials and soldiers from Mi County. More than ten thousand people have arrived to the north of Weishi, Chenliu County, Yanzhou.
After getting the news, Liu Yu couldn't help but be overjoyed.
"As long as the Xun family comes to vote, most of the people in the Central Plains can be used by me!"
It is definitely worthwhile for Liu Yu to be so happy, because although Xun Fan and others in the late Western Jin Dynasty were not as talented or famous as Xun You, Xun Yu and others in the late Eastern Han Dynasty, the influence of the Xun family in Yingchuan was even greater than that of Xun You and Xun Yu in the late Eastern Han Dynasty. It hasn't diminished at all since then.
Especially now, Liu Yu has a prestigious military strength. If he gets the Xun clan's support again, he will definitely become the first vassal town.
"When the Xun family comes to surrender, the general's power will grow. The so-called pillar of the country should be like this." Hua Xiu said with meaning while talking.
"Oh, that's incredible. If Xun Sikong leads more than 30,000 people to vote for the general, and the general is sitting in Qingzhou, Yanzhou, and Xuzhou, wouldn't this be a reappearance of the hegemony of Emperor Wu of Wei?" The general Zhao Kun slapped his head and said excitedly as if he had suddenly realized something.
Hua Xiu, Wu Xin, Liu Xun and others next to him also looked like they felt the same after hearing this.
"So, Liu Cong, Liu Yao, Wang Mi, and Shi Le of the Xiongnu are the Yellow Turban thief, and Wang Jun is the Yuan Shao." Zhao Kun was as excited as if he had discovered some decrypted prophecy.
However, when Liu Yu heard what Zhao Kun said, he didn't quite agree with it. If even a reckless person like Zhao Kun thought so, then others might have already thought of this analogy.
Because there is a story about Cao Cao holding the emperor hostage, it would be a big mistake if people have this kind of association.
Hua Xiu obviously had the same idea. He also saw the concern on Liu Yu's face, and immediately stopped Zhao Kun.
"The current situation is different, how can we comment like this!"
After all the conspiracies and intrigues at the turn of the Wei and Jin Dynasties, even though Cao Wei opened a perfect era of power for the gentry in the world, the gentry's evaluation of Cao Wei was not very good.
When Zhao Kun saw this, he could only shut his mouth angrily.
At this time, Hua Xiu faced Liu Yu seriously and said.
"General, now that Sikong Xunfan is leading Mi County Xingtai to surrender, I'm afraid that in the future, the Crown Prince's Xingtai will be crowded with generals, and the officials and officials will be mixed among them. If we can't plan early, I'm afraid there will be a mess and all kinds of political affairs. It is very possible that if we have to deal with something without a solution, many wise and lofty people will sink their talents and perish.”
When Liu Yu heard this, he felt it made sense.
When the remnants of Mi County Xingtai led by Sikong Xunfan arrived in Yanzhou, they brought many officials with them, allowing Liu Yu to make use of these officials to quickly get rid of the embarrassing situation of lack of officials at all levels. However, among them, the character selection system has always been popular in Jin Dynasty politics. Officials will follow.
For this situation, if it is not curbed, as Hua Xiu said, it is easy to sink talents. If it is more serious, it is possible for officials at all levels and grades to evacuate their power.
"Furthermore, Xun Fan is the Three Dukes. Generally speaking, his position is higher than that of the general. If we can't figure out how to deal with it early, it will inevitably happen in the future." Hua Xiu continued.
"What good strategy does Chang Shi have?" Liu Yu said. In fact, he had already vaguely guessed something.
Hua Xiu sat upright and said seriously.
"In order to coordinate the government orders, I sincerely ask the general to imitate the story of Cao Gong in the late Han Dynasty and establish a domineering mansion to rule the world!"
"Bafu?"
Hearing what Hua Xiu said, Liu Xun, Wu Xin, Zhao Kun, Gao Liang, Xu Miao and other generals present were stunned.
They all came from humble backgrounds. Although they knew some widely circulated stories, they were still confused about the regulations of Cao Cao's so-called hegemony in the late Han Dynasty.
"Yes, it's Bafu."
Liu Yu fell into deep thought after hearing this.
"Bafu!"
"Hegemonic politics."
Of course, Liu Yu knew about the politics of hegemony. The simplest explanation is that hegemony means that powerful ministers use their own shogunate to replace some or even most of the functions of the government. The officials of the shogunate also replace them in governance. regular government officials.
In this way, one can easily bypass the imperial bureaucracy and simply find another way to achieve the purpose of controlling power.
Liu Yu then used the most concise words to briefly explain to the generals next to him what hegemony was, which was the politics of hegemony.
"However, wouldn't this make it easier for people in the world to associate the general with Cao Cao?"
Nephew Liu Xun first thought of this problem.
Nowadays, the world is in chaos. Although all the vassals and towns are ambitious, everyone openly respects the Jin family, that is, the Sima family.
Under such circumstances, if Liu Yu jumped out to engage in "hegemonic politics" first, wouldn't it be equivalent to shouting, "Come and see, everyone, I, Liu Yu, want to imitate Cao Cao, and I threaten the crown prince to order The princes!"
Liu Xun was worried that this would most likely attract the hatred of various Fangzhen families from the Huns to Liu Yu.
In other words, it's not extremely likely, it should be 100% possible.
"That's right. Furthermore, after Xun Sikong and others came to surrender to the general, they found that the general used Bafu to abandon them. Wouldn't it make them disappointed and leave?" Wu Xin also had some concerns.
At this time, Liu Yu heard this and was still thinking.
Just when the other generals were expressing their opinions in confusion, Liu Yu suddenly said, stroking his palms.
"No, don't worry about these. This tyrant must be opened."
Liu Yu's words were sonorous and powerful, and it was obvious that he had made up his mind.
Regarding the doubts that his subordinates had just now, Liu Yu continued to explain.
"With the current situation in the world, it doesn't matter whether I, Liu Jixing, can open the Bafu. Now we have occupied Qingzhou, Yanzhou and Xuzhou. There are millions of people in the three states. We don't need to add more time. It only takes one year. We can have 200,000 soldiers, and anyone who is not blind can see how powerful we are, so whether we can open the Bafu or not, in the eyes of some people, we are already a thorn in their flesh."
"In other words, at this time, Liu Jixing, whether he imitates Cao Cao or not, is already more hateful and hateful than the Hulu!"
After hearing this, everyone present fell silent and nodded in unison.
Liu Jian's expression did not change and continued.
"As for whether the so-called Mi County Xingtai officials will leave because of the reopening of Ba Mansion, in my opinion, this issue is also a minor one."
"I followed Cao Cao's example in opening the Bafu, and I can still choose officials. If they want to be officials, they can still accept the conquest of the Bafu at the same time. It does not mean that after reopening the Bafu, these people will be abandoned. Apart from."
"What you are worried about is whether the Mi County Xingtai officials will resign and leave. In my opinion, it is the least likely."
"Now that the world is in chaos, I, Liu Jixing, am the only one who can keep peace. If they really have the guts to abandon them for the sake of a domineering government, then the original world will not let them end up like this."
Liu Yu's words immediately cleared away the doubts of Liu Xun, Wu Xin and other generals.
After these concerns were eliminated, they all had strong common associations in their hearts because of Liu Yu's firm attitude.
Everyone looked at each other and saw excitement and anticipation in each other's eyes.
It is an expectation for higher power, and also the excitement of having more power, status, money, land, and fame.
Although Liu Yu left Crown Prince Sima Duan in Cangyuan and left his most trusted general Dong Ping to guard him, Liu Yu was still worried.
After learning that Sikong Xunfan led Mi County Xingtai into Yanzhou territory, Liu Yu left the accompanying infantry to the command of Hua Xiu and others, and personally led the cavalry of Wu Xin, Liu Xun and others, with Gao Ping's fast horse whipping He rushed to Cangyuan, Chenliu County.
Liu Yu must rush to Cangyuan before Sikong Xunfan to prevent Sikong Xunfan from leading more than 30,000 people into Cangyuan and getting together with Crown Prince Sima Duan again. If anything happens, he will have to do something else. This is out of order.
Fortunately, Liu Yu led the cavalry to arrive at Cangyuan City in Chenliu County, Yanzhou in less than a day and a half.
At this time, Liu Yu, who hurried into the city, learned that the remnants of Xingtai in Mi County, led by Sikong Xunfan, were still two days away from Cangyuan.
As soon as he met Dong Ping, Liu Yu began to inquire about the movements of Crown Prince Sima Duan.
"Prince, everything is normal. I just study and study every day. I don't have any other hobbies and rarely go out." Dong Ping's answer made Liu Yu very satisfied.
"It's best. As long as he doesn't mess around, you don't have to look too closely."
Although Liu Yu said this, he always felt that it was abnormal for the Crown Prince Sima Duan to not care about anything except studying. .
