"Military report?" Zhang Han stood up and went forward. General Xi Zhicai's report in turn impressed him. It briefly introduced the movements of bandits and bandits in Qingzhou and Xuzhou.
In just a few words, the situation was clearly stated.
Gongsun Zan, the captain of the surrender school, led a total of 20,000 infantry and cavalry to attack the Qingzhou Yellow Turbans and defeated them. When the thieves crossed the river, they suddenly raised troops and killed tens of thousands of people and captured 70,000 people. They gained countless chariots, armor, property and baggage.
"Qingzhou thieves and Xuzhou thieves are many in number, only much more than the Black Mountain thieves. The Han people are in trouble. The thieves are holding the people hostage and fleeing without peace. Gathering people into an army is the way to cause chaos. If they can't gain a foothold in the north, they will definitely go south... …”
Zhang Han directly expressed his thoughts.
"That's right," Xi Zhicai nodded approvingly. The literate people who came out of the army have far-reaching thoughts than the soldiers.
The general trend will force the Yellow Turban bandits to go south, and Xuzhou and Yanzhou will suffer serious consequences. There are rebels in Xuzhou, but they have not been quelled yet. Once they unite, they will be like locusts passing through the border, sweeping away the population, baggage, and money, and then they will go south and enter Yanzhou.
At that time, Yanzhou, which had just stabilized, had not yet grown strong and would immediately fall into chaos again.
"At this time, Liu Dai, the governor of Yanzhou, Zhang Miao, the governor of Chenliu, and Zhang Chao, the governor of Guangling, will stick to their homeland and sit back and watch."
"Only Bao Xin, Prime Minister of Jibei, will immediately attack the bandits. In this way, our Dongjun troops and horses will be prepared as needed."
Xi Zhicai's words were spoken with full confidence. His words were full of judgments and no guesses, but his expression was very serious.
Zhang Han thought about it for a moment and vaguely remembered that the original historical situation was very different from what he said, so he curiously asked: "How can you be so sure about the wine sacrifice?"
"Judgment based on understanding, and once the judgment is determined, be determined, and only by adding deep thinking can you gain something."
Xi Zhicai said that since he had accepted Zhang Han as a disciple, he was naturally willing to answer questions at any time. Speaking of this, he explained in detail: "Zhang Miao, the prefect of Chenliu, enjoys the reputation of the Eighth Chef, and the cook is the most anxious one." He was a person who loved justice, but in fact he gained his reputation by subsidizing a large amount of money to the gentry school, etc. His power was so strong that the Lord was also under his command when he was fighting against Dong.
Zhang Chao was his younger brother, and Liu Daize had killed Qiao Mao, the prefect of Dongjun. He originally wanted Wang Gong to lead the prefect of Dongjun, but now Bao Xin had to nominate him as the lord. Based on this calculation, Liu and Er Zhang are all people who are flattering on the surface but secretly want to seize Dongjun. "
Since he was thinking of giving support, it was not just as simple as clearing up doubts. Xi Zhicai also planned to explain the current situation more clearly to Zhang Han.
The main reason is that the strategy originally written by Zhang Han, although it was only a general outline without detailed instructions for implementation, the general direction coincided with Xi Zhicai's strategy. They all took Yanzhou from Dingdong County, thinking that the heroes in Yanzhou were weak and could be replaced, and then relied on the Yellow River to sweep east and west.
The so-called east and west refers to the two states of Yu and Xu. In this way, we can get the three states in the hinterland of the Central Plains, the source of cultural heritage in Yuzhou and the granary of Xuzhou.
Therefore, Xi Zhicai came to look for Zhang Han urgently alone.
"Yes, I learned it," Zhang Hanshen nodded with approval, and took a few more deep glances at the military report on the official document when he sat down, secretly exploring the idea behind Xi Zhicai's bold conclusion.
"Haha, we just broke through the Black Mountains, and the thieves came to Qingzhou again. There will be no rest for a moment."
After saying this, Xi Zhi stood up with his upper body supported, his eyes were so blurred that he could hardly open them. After tying up his scattered hair at will, he staggered forward and at the same time asked: "Bo Chang, are you here?" Don't move here, I'll go see the lord."
Bang, I was really tired after walking a few steps, so I sat on the threshold and murmured: "It's too late, why not go tomorrow..."
"That's all, Bo Chang, how about you help me go there? Tell Xun Wenruo these things, his mansion is not far from me. He will immediately invite the lord to see you tomorrow morning."
He looked tired, but his eyes had a strange color, and he seemed to be smiling slightly.
It might be a good idea to ask him to meet Xun Wenruo. Bo Chang studies hard and will definitely gain something. This can also be used to tell me that I have made him a literary publisher.
"only."
Zhang Han got up and helped Xi Zhicai to rest on the couch. He had drunk too much and was already drunk. In addition, he was sleepy late at night and checked military information all day long, which made him even more exhausted. At this time, he fell asleep on the couch. .
Then I had to make a trip.
This military report should naturally be sent sooner rather than later.
Not long after, Zhang Han stood up and waited in front of Xun Yu's mansion. He had sent his guards into the mansion to report.
In the courtyard, I just put down the thin records of each county and checked the recorded money several times. I didn't want to rest until I had a clear idea. I was still thinking about this while washing my feet.
Just as he was about to pour water at the hospital door, he saw Su Wei hurriedly enter the hospital door and clasped his fists: "Sir, there is a man outside asking for an audience. He claims to be Zhang Han, a literary agent under the wine tent."
"Zhang Han?"
Duke Ming was still waiting to see what he was capable of. If he hadn't been busy recently and couldn't find the right time, he might have gone to the school grounds to invite him to see him.
Actually, he became a literary agent at Zhicai's place? Instead of leading the troops to fight, instead of copying and doing? Abandon martial arts and follow martial arts?
"Please go to the main hall." Xun Yu put away his doubts and sent the guard to invite him. He put on his robe and quickly went to the entrance of the main hall to wait. Not long after, he saw a young junior coming with the guard, his steps steady. , has a strong physique and bright eyes. He wears a black hairband and ties his long hair into a bun.
With this spirit, he is still a young general, right? Wouldn't it be more appropriate to be wearing silver robes and armor, holding a spear and riding a white horse?
After approaching, Xun Yu nodded and invited him into the main hall.
"Bo Chang is here, but do you have any military information?"
"Sir, Jijiu asked me to tell the Qingzhou bandits that they were defeated by Gongsun Zan. According to the judgment, they may go south. And when the news came, it had been fifteen days since the war ended. I'm afraid they would have left early." Zhang Han just entered the main hall and immediately got straight to the point. said.
Xun Yu paused and thought for a moment, then his face relaxed and he said: "It's unlikely that the Qingzhou thieves have been defeated. If they don't dare to continue going north, they will naturally go south. But people are worried when they are few. If they gather together, they will have bad courage. The thieves will still gather together." It will take a month or two, and I estimate that we will go south after spring plowing."
"Don't worry," Xun Yu raised a hand and pressed on Zhang Han, "He wants you to come see me and have a deep talk with me."
Zhang Han was stunned for a moment, is it so magical?
You can accurately judge each other's feelings with just a few words. The relationship between you two is extraordinary. In this case, is it the school entrance examination?
Xun Yu was a broad-minded man, knowledgeable and wise. If he takes the exam, he will definitely want me to express my talents and knowledge and do my best.
"He and I are old friends, so I know his temperament relatively well."
Xun Yu walked back to the desk with a smile and sat down. He asked Zhang Han to sit in front of him again. When the two of them knelt opposite each other, they greeted each other with courtesy and asked: "Bo Chang was there in both Dunqiu and Neihuang battles." Jiu Shu, why do you want to become a counselor? You can tell the truth and speak freely."
"Can you tell the truth?" Zhang Han asked tentatively.
"Yeah, tell the truth, there's no need to hide it," Xun Yu said with a smile. He didn't want military merit, so he turned to civil administration. He was quite curious and wanted to see Zhang Han's character.
It's also a bus ride from Ming Dynasty.
"I have a plan in mind but don't know how to express it. I need recommendation from my teachers and seniors," Zhang Han answered sincerely.
"That's it," Xun Yu nodded. In this generation, it is indeed difficult to present strategies to Duke Ming with no one to recommend him, even if Duke Ming has meritocracy.
"Bo Chang values the meritocracy that my lord once said. What do you think of this move?"
Zhang Han thought for a moment and said: "Because unknown people use it, the Yuan family's concept is that 'non-famous people' can't enter. Most of the other heroes are like this, and they will invisibly reject many talented and unknown people. If Ming Gong does this, he can Let these talented people who have nowhere to go have something to rely on."
"Well," Xun Yu originally thought that Zhang Han would praise him for being broad-minded and tolerant like others, but he didn't expect that his vision would be so direct and strange.
This young junior is quite interesting. I think he is a smart person who can clearly see many things that ordinary people cannot see.
Not bad, I like it. It seemed like there was something we could talk about in depth with him.
Xun Yu said with a smile: "Therefore, this method cannot be used for many years, or it may only be suitable for the present. Without the etiquette and teachings of scholars and the observation of moral conduct, if you only have talent and learning but not the right mind, it is inevitable that the more people there will be in the future, the more powerful they will be. A wandering mind is a disaster."
"Is this going to happen?" Zhang Han was stunned, and after thinking for a while, he decided to tell the truth. After all, the top military advisor in front of him did not like people with treacherous thoughts. What he tested in the school was true talent and practical learning! And eloquent arguments!
Jijiu once said that eloquence is extremely important for those who plan! If you only have ideas but cannot express them for debate, it will be extremely difficult for you to speak up in future discussions!
I'll try my best. If Mr. Xun can't pass this level, how can he talk to Boss Cao?
"Even without the teachings of modern and ancient schools, what scholars learned when traveling were Confucianism and Taoism. Is there any difference between Confucianism and temple studies? Those who study in mountains and countryside must not understand etiquette and have no virtue; Do you want to be educated and sensible, loyal to the emperor and the country? If this is the case, why should students fight with blood in exchange for two or three military merits? Now the world should be governed by loyalty, filial piety, benevolence and righteousness."
"It should be done based on merit first, supplemented by the supervision of moral conduct, and restrained by heavy rules, so that those with delusional thoughts will not dare to do it because of punishment and supervision, until they no longer want to do it."
"Tsk," Xun Yu's heart skipped a beat after hearing this, and a feeling of discomfort arose spontaneously, but he calmed down and stabilized the smile on his face.
"Bo Chang, if someone has a good intention, he will sooner or later cause disaster due to the temptation of power. How can he be reused?" Xun Yu still raised a question. Those with evil intentions are themselves hidden dangers. Such heavy punishments are just suppression rather than punishment.
Zhang Han blinked and said: "A gentleman does not care about his heart when he comments on his deeds. There is no gentleman in his heart. If an official's deeds are used as the criterion during his tenure, it will be fair and honest. Do we still care about what he thinks in his heart?"
"Sir, have you ever been distracted when facing a beautiful woman...can the students think you are lustful?"
Xun Yu: "..."
"Shut up! No, it's not... that, Bo Chang, you go back first, I already know the military situation." The smile on Xun Yu's face has completely disappeared, and he has become as serious and upright as usual.
"Ah?" Zhang Han was stunned immediately and said aggrievedly: "Didn't you ask me to speak freely? Why is sir so angry..."
"I didn't," Xun Yu smiled again on his face, "How could I be angry? I didn't."
…
"You're back."
Jiujiu Mansion.
Xi Zhicai had already woken up from a long sleep and leaned on the couch to say hello to Zhang Han.
When he regained consciousness, he asked about the process of his trip to see Xun Yu.
After listening to this, I started laughing crazily.
Then he turned over and faced Zhang Han, convulsing with laughter.
After a long time, he sat up, returned to the case and looked at Zhang Han very seriously, and said calmly: "Don't worry, Wen Ruo is very open-minded and will not hold grudges. He will even go to see the lord immediately and tell the story of what happened tonight." inform."
"It's a good saying that a gentleman does not care about his heart, but he is talking about me." Xi Zhicai raised his head proudly and was very happy!
not at all.
Zhang Han thought to himself, but it was difficult to expose it.
"Come on, let's talk tonight. I won't be as easily angered as Wen Ruo!" Xi Zhicai was very interested and beaming, "Just think there are 500,000 Qingzhou thieves and Xuzhou thieves! If they enter Yanzhou and cause chaos, Guess what the situation will be like?"
Zhang Han sighed and said: "The people have lost their homes and have no choice but to drift with the tide. Otherwise, they will starve to death alone in the wasteland. So there are not only 500,000 people, but there are probably millions."
"Then treat him like a million!"
Xi Zhicai twirled his beard and thought deeply: "The millions of people are so huge, just like locusts passing through the border. Even if there are many homeless people without weapons, they should stick to it to make the thieves decline. These thieves Relying on plunder for food and having no foundation, it is impossible to survive for a long time.”
"Therefore, gathering thieves is the way to create chaos, gathering righteousness can calm people's hearts and hold on until they fall. By using this, they can be expelled to prevent them from entering, and then they can be kept out of the country."
"but--"
Xi Zhicai sighed and did not continue. There is no unity in Yanzhou, and there is a secret alliance among the separate factions. After all, they will not work together to put down this disaster.
No matter how strong the river embankment is, if it is defective, it will not be able to withstand floods.
At this time, Zhang Han suddenly said: "If millions of thieves can be surrendered, why can't we gain millions of people?"
Xi Zhicai looked at him in astonishment: "Are you so brave and ambitious? Do you know how many soldiers and horses we have? How can we defeat millions of people?"
"If we defeat this wave of bandits, we will have a source of troops!" Zhang Han said with a wink, and Duke Cao must want it! His vision is completely different from others!
These million thieves are extremely important to him. This is a good opportunity to make contributions and make meritorious deeds. He should start from now on! And this has always been the case in history. If I remember correctly... these millions of bandits from Qingxu are the source of the Qingzhou soldiers!
Among the Qingzhou soldiers, those elites who have entered the camp alternately from generation to generation are the famous-Tiger and Leopard Cavalry!
"How can we fight without soldiers?!" Xi Zhicai's mouth twitched.
"If we fight, we will have troops!" Zhang Han's eyes lit up and he was full of confidence.
"What can we fight if we don't have soldiers?!"
"Divide and defeat, attack and harass mainly. If you win, you will have more troops!"
"You go out, I'm going to bed." Xi Zhicai suddenly lost his eyesight, pointed at the door and smiled politely and kindly.
"Eh? Didn't you mean-"
"go out!"
The little mouth is buzzing!
…
At the same time, at the Yamen Mansion, Cao Cao set up a case in the side courtyard and invited Xun Yu.
After hearing Xun Yu's report about the conversation with Zhang Han, he turned the wine bowl in his hand and chuckled softly: "Huh huh... A gentleman does not care about his heart when he talks about his deeds, and there is no gentleman when he talks about his heart."
"Wonderful words... He even took this opportunity to praise me. I am a gentleman, a benevolent and righteous king."
