Most of his friends didn't understand what he was thinking, because Zhang Miao, Zhang Chao and even Yuan Shu and Yuan Shao had all sent invitations.
As early as when Liu Dai died and was defeated, his advisers and officials dispersed. Cheng Yu naturally returned to his hometown to live in seclusion and did not want to come out of the mountains again.
However, neither Yuan Shu, Zhang Miao, nor Cheng Yu expressed their intention to follow him. They all sent him away politely and returned all the gifts he brought.
We gathered together in Xiaozhu today and were slightly surprised to hear Cheng Yu's words.
"Zhongde had a military strategy and a talent for the world, but he could not put it to use under the command of Liu Prefect. If he wanted to put his talent to use, he could follow Yuan Jizhou or the later generals. Why did he only choose Cao Cao?"
"Although Cao Cao is now a meritocracy and benefits poor families and common people, he still has a dirty background in the eyes of nobles, nobles, and wealthy families, which is shameful."
Cheng Yu's hair was wrapped around the top of his head, and his beard was sparse and flying, giving him a fairy-like feel. He narrowed his eyes slightly and laughed loudly: "Oh, in troubled times, a hero emerges. If this world can be pacified, wouldn't the world of scholars and the peaceful people be turned upside down? Furthermore, when the people were in chaos, their families were separated and displaced, and the nobles were still talking about the situation in the world, but the eunuchs and eunuchs were killing the enemy to quell the chaos, and severely defeated the bandits! And they had the intention of subduing the subordinates, governing internally and enriching the people! How about that? Not considered a hero."
"These poems and essays of his may not all come from the sincerity, or they may have stolen the talents of others. He is a man from a wealthy official family who grew up in money and clothes. How could he have such a profound understanding?" The friend laughed again. He said, and stared at Cheng Yu, as if expecting his reaction.
Perhaps because they were used to bickering when chatting together, Cheng Yu rarely reacted to these words. In the past, when friends and others talked about official career, he would just smile and say nothing.
Today was different. He actually changed from his normal behavior and stood up to argue with his friends. This aroused the interest of these talented friends by the fireside, who insisted on getting a result from the argument.
"Haha," Cheng Yu laughed loudly, with a gleam in his eyes, and said quickly: "If this is the case, it will show his skills! If he wrote it himself, it will show his talent! You can't see how angry the residents in the territory are as soon as this poem is published. The local people are also moved and no longer think about fleeing. They can borrow cattle and farm tools from each other. Isn’t this a prosperous scene?!"
"You don't know my heart!!"
Cheng Yu waved his hand, shook his head and smiled.
The others smiled at each other and said cheerfully: "Zhongde is... thinking about it. No matter how you look at it, he is right. He is obsessed with it."
"Hahaha……"
The whole small building was suddenly filled with laughter and laughter.
…
After the implementation of military settlements, Cao Cao, under the strong recommendation of Zhang Han, not only expressed his feelings in poetry and prose, but also put down military duties many times to work with the settlement people to reclaim wasteland and try out farm tools himself.
Zhang Han improved the original plow and made it into a curved shaft, which was flexible and movable, with a lower point of force. It was easy to cooperate with the oxen and saved a lot of effort. In this way, one person could use it.
So after working for several days, Cao Cao strained his back and lay down in the government office to rest.
But the effect was excellent, not only increasing Cao Cao's popularity, but also making the villagers grateful. The local people didn't know what to say. Zhang Miao even wrote a letter himself, asking to transfer Chen Liu to Cao Cao's farmland, and at the same time, other The army obeyed the orders.
On a certain level, this actually means that Cao Cao is secretly recognized as a state shepherd.
In the yamen office, Cao Cao lay on the couch and listened to Xun Yu's report on land reclamation in various places. The situation was very good, and Chenliu County had taken the lead in promoting it.
"Alas," Cao Cao sighed, and Xun Yu also stopped and looked over with confusion.
"Why does Ming Gong sigh?"
Cao Cao gritted his teeth and said, "The situation is progressing so well. I wanted to find a reason to beat up Zhang Bochang."
Xun Yu smiled helplessly: "Bo Chang's strategy seems to be a great success at the moment, especially after word spread that Duke Ming personally cultivated the fields and reclaimed wasteland, it was even more effective in gaining people's trust."
Cao Cao rubbed his waist and sat up with difficulty, but his face was already smiling.
Indeed, the harvest was extremely rich. Not only was the settlement order successfully implemented and millions of young people were settled, but they also gained a lot of popularity.
Even the improvement of farm tools and the cultivation of new fields are nothing compared to popularity. The praise from the people makes Cao Cao happy the most.
Because these represent actual results.
"Zhang Miao has been showing his goodwill recently and respecting me as the state pastor. I want to relocate part of the military camp to Chenliu."
After Cao Cao sat up, after careful consideration, he truthfully told his thoughts, and at the same time there was a lot of worry on his face.
After all, although Zhang Miao and he had known each other since they were young, and their relationship was so good that they could entrust their families to each other, but after all, Zhang Mengzhuo was the governor of Chenliu, one of the princes who once dominated the country.
He had a good chance of competing for the position of Yanzhou.
But when they arrived, the Qingxu Huangjin did not enter the vicinity of Chenliu, but went from north to south, closer to where Liu Dai, Bao Xin, and Cao Cao were.
Secondly, Zhang Miao was a conservative man and had refused to support Yuan Shao in making Liu Yu emperor, so he was hated by Yuan Shao. In letters from Hebei, Yuan Shao had repeatedly asked Cao Cao to kill Zhang Miao to vent his anger.
So there was always some rift between the two.
Zhang Mengzhuo was not willing to entrust his life's business to outsiders, and he was close to Yanzhou's famous people and secretly made friends with famous people. The noble officials heard about his name. At this time, he suddenly surrendered to Cao Cao. Although the reasons were all perfect, Cao Cao still Something strange.
"Ming Gong... this may not be possible. If we want to send troops to Chenliu to implement the farming order, we can divide the refugees into Chenliu territory and select a few large and wealthy counties to implement the farming order. Wait until there is a harvest. Just give it to Zhang Miao."
"With him here, it will be easier for the officials to make arrangements. If we unite with Zhang Miao, just like we unite with Bao Xiang, the talents under our rule will be sufficient."
"However, if troops are sent there, Zhang Miao and others will be dissatisfied, and the scholars will publicize it and even criticize it."
Xun Yu could roughly guess what Cao Cao was thinking, and was worried about the differences between Chenliu and Guangling counties in the south of Yanzhou, but now he also relied on Zhang Miao's gentry friends and disciples under Zhang Miao's rule in Yanzhou.
This is a matter of mixed gains and losses. The choice is naturally obvious. The so-called hidden dangers are definitely not as stable as the current ones.
Once people's hearts are stabilized, all industries will prosper. It will not be difficult to slowly take back Chenliu when the time comes. After all, the will of the people will make the scholars turn against the rat.
"Hmph..." Cao Cao smiled easily and cast an approving look at Xun Yu, "Wen Ruo has an insight into everything, and Cao Cao has to admire your talent and understanding."
"However, this matter cannot be viewed this way. Once the harvest is harvested in a few months, there may be a war. Our Yanzhou is already in danger, and this time we are taking risks out of desperation. We must hold on tight without making any mistakes."
"As for the local officials, I have said that they should be promoted only by their talents."
Cao Cao's eyes suddenly showed a trace of determination, ruthlessness and sharpness that was rarely seen in Xun Yu.
At this time, Xun Yu suddenly realized that many of his previous perceptions were reversed in an instant.
He came closer to Cao Cao and asked tentatively: "Ming Gong means... only talents can be promoted. Ming Gong said it is talent, and he is the talent."
This is just like...the nobles observe their virtues, and the scholars say they are virtuous, only then can they be virtuous?
Therefore, these meritocratic people who come from humble backgrounds and are educated will definitely obey the orders of this Yanzhou shepherd.
"I understand, please rest assured." Xun Yu took a deep breath, feeling slightly shocked in his heart, but because of this, he felt that the abilities hidden in Cao Cao's complex side were even more outstanding.
This move is bound to recruit talents other than nobles.
The gentry in the world claim to be noble and pretentious, but there are also many humble and white men who live in seclusion in the countryside and have no talent. At least, the Han Dynasty is in a state of rivalry.
…
After coming out of the government office, Xun Yu went back to his mansion. When he returned, he took a directory with him, holding a large volume in his hand, and walked hurriedly.
Unfortunately, I happened to meet Zhang Han.
"Eh? Mr. Xun, what are you holding in your hand?"
"It's just military situation." Xun Yu put it into his sleeves naturally, his face slightly stiff.
Zhang Han saw it at a glance and showed a suspicious smile: "No, such a large volume of military information is usually in the hands of Jijiu."
"Sir, is there...something else?"
