"I'm..." Xun Yu thought for a long time, and wanted to speak truthfully several times, but when he looked up and saw Zhang Han's concerned eyes, he felt angry, and he didn't really want to speak.
After hesitating for a long time, he finally made up his mind and sighed: "I heard Ming Gong's method, thought about it for a long time, and then made a decision."
Sure enough, he made a decision that went against his ancestors.
"I have decided to recommend the Xun family's disciples and Yingchuan advisers to the Duke Ming Dynasty, and use the grain, people and warehouses stored by the Xun family to reinforce the army, in order to support the Duke Ming Dynasty's plan for Yanzhou."
Xun Yu spoke sincerely. He had been thinking about this decision in his heart for a long time, and he didn't actually say it until today.
And he also understood that it didn't matter how many times he thought about it in his heart, but once he said it, there would be absolutely no room for regret.
After hearing this, Cao Cao couldn't calm down for a long time. His expression was moved for a moment, and his heart must have been moved by this, but he was used to hiding it and rarely showed such feelings.
Xun's money and grain were very abundant, and they were stored in the warehouse for many years. The harvest from the fields he invested every year was at least ten thousand shi, which was so abundant for several years. In addition, the family property accumulated by several generations of officials, officials, and traveling merchants. , the capital will never be less than the property sold by his family.
Since Xun Yu arrived in Hebei, Cao Cao has never mentioned this matter, not wanting to hurt Xun Yu's innocent intention to show his talent and learning to the Han to turn the tide, and lose his reputation as a man who forced virtuous ministers.
Unexpectedly, he took the initiative to mention it today.
"Wen Ruo, in that case, I will hand over Juancheng to you."
Cao Cao came slowly and held Xun Yu's hand tightly.
This kind of ambition to sacrifice one's life to achieve something is certainly worthy of entrustment.
"Please rest assured, Ming Gong." Xun Yu took half a step back, folded his hands into his sleeves, and bowed, "I originally thought that focusing on benevolence and righteousness to benefit the people can bring peace to all the people. Today I heard that Ming Gong acted on the basis of talent. After speaking, I suddenly understood the pattern.”
He looked slightly excited, "The Yuan family, the Yang family, etc. are followed by scholars all over the world. However, the Han Dynasty has gradually declined in the past hundred years, and the door to officialdom is still blocked. It has been proved that this method is absolutely unworkable! And a large number of people with lofty ideals have no hope in the wild. Door!"
"When the Han Dynasty is in danger, since Ming Gong can recruit talented people through meritocracy, he will surely gather talented people under his command! Then the scholars will follow him one after another, so he can win the hearts of the people!"
"At this time, Yu can no longer hesitate and stall Ming Gong's plan."
Although the nobles would not stand behind Cao Cao, these nobles from poor families and white backgrounds would definitely flock to him eager for a way out.
Therefore, who is talented and how talented it is can be decided by Duke Cao. The way to become an official in Yanzhou can be controlled by him. If all the talents of the Xun family are recommended and have talents and virtues, they will definitely be successful in the future. Become a distinguished person.
If they are not recommended, it will be difficult for these people to join them in the future, and they will have no choice but to part ways with the Xun family.
Rather than fall into this situation, it is better to introduce them to the Cao family. There are many scholars in Yingchuan, and it will be a place with a reputation for decades or even centuries. It does not need to be much different from Qinghe in Jizhou, Xiangyang in Jingzhou, and Jiangzuo.
There are so many talented people who can accomplish great things, we cannot let them just be buried or have nowhere to go.
Xun Yu knew very well that by doing this, Cao Cao could almost change the current employment pattern. From now on, the Cao family would no longer rely on the gentry as officials.
Not only was Zhang Miao unable to control local officials, but his Xun family's greatest achievement was also lost.
"Hahaha," Cao Cao laughed happily, walked over, and put his hands on Xun Yu's shoulders, "Wen Ruo, your words are worth more than a hundred thousand soldiers."
"Not only is Yanzhou entrusted to you, but I will also follow your advice on this year's money, food, and personnel appointment. It is best for the appointment of officials in various places to be under your jurisdiction, so that they can be used according to their talents."
Cao Cao glanced at Xun Yu and Zhang Han happily. For some reason, he always felt that his civil and military forces were getting stronger now, and the burden on his shoulders was much lighter.
At least it is much better than relying solely on family support to start a business. The road is difficult, but now the steps are getting more and more stable.
Xun Yu was deeply touched, raised his hands and said loudly: "Thank you Ming Gong."
"Hey~" Cao Cao came closer and slowly approached Xun Yu. He lowered his voice and said slowly: "Jun, it would be great if you could call me lord one day."
Xun Yu, his heart still loves the Han Dynasty too much.
Of course, it may not be the Han Dynasty, but it may be that I am limited by my reputation and my own bottom line and self-esteem, and I will not step out.
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At the end of April, after Cao Cao settled the farmland affairs in Dongjun and Jibei, he obtained countless fertile fields.
Scenes of children grazing and cows eating grass can be seen everywhere. Common people in the fields are either full of enthusiasm and sweating, or rushing to the fields in a hurry.
There is a thriving faction in Dongjun.
Cao Cao spent ten days leading his army to Chenliu to set up camp and implement the garrison system.
On his way to Chenliu, he visited Mao Jie who lived in Luyang County, and Cheng Yu who lived in seclusion in Dong'e County.
After chatting with Mao Jie, Cao Cao was more confident about the current situation in Yanzhou and had new insights and ideas on the policy of governing the people. After some inquiries and observations, he conquered the central area and assisted the marching troops to control the army. Policy.
After chatting with Cheng Yu, Cao Cao knew that this man was a versatile military and political person, so he asked him to be the marching Sima and accompany him to Chenliu.
During the march, Cao Cao rarely called Zhang Han to ride in Cao Cao's car, and chatted about Chen Liu in the car.
Marching itself is quite boring, because the journey is far away, so instead of wasting this time, it is better to use it to discuss important matters near and far.
In addition, Zhang Han had made many meritorious deeds, and the two recommended talents were very close to Cao Cao after they met and had a deep discussion.
"Haha, Bochang..." Cao Cao took out a map and spread it out on the slip, "When we enter Chenliu this time, you have suggested that the nearby map needs to be drawn in detail. I have sent scouts to do this."
"Every strategic location for ambush, lush forests, rivers, mountains, etc. are all here. If there is anything else that needs attention, please tell me."
"I will definitely obey what Bo Chang said."
Cao Cao smiled quite easily and looked at Zhang Han with fondness in his eyes. He thought he was just a brave general who charged into battle, but he didn't expect him to have such a great talent for internal governance!
It's a bit like a man descended from heaven.
Zhang Han sat on the other side, leaning against the wall of the carriage, frowning and thinking carefully, "Coming to Chenliu, we should take advantage of this opportunity to seize the favorable location, talents, and supplies in the county."
"One more thing, from the moment you enter Chenliu, you must not treat the people poorly, because the lord had great ambitions to cleanse away the filth, follow the code of law, establish the power of clear rewards and punishments, and do things that are benevolent and beneficial to the people, especially In the future, those who plunder the people in the army will be severely punished."
Zhang Han knew very well that Cao Cao was the kind of ruthless man who could write poems in memory of the deceased while massacring a city for himself.
He belongs to the ranks of traitors and tyrants, but when he still has the "ambition to conquer the West" in his heart, there is a trace of heroism.
If you can have enough grain reserves and money and grain support, you can save capital and expand slowly.
That would prevent those massacres and plunders from happening, and even provide food to appease the city after attacking it, which would lead to another kind of tyranny.
Those who know but do not do it are ordinary people.
He who practices without knowing is a wise man.
Those who unite their knowledge and action can be called people who are devoted to the saints. Those who can consciously unite their knowledge and actions throughout their lives, and their hearts are aligned with the path of benevolence, and do not avoid hardships and avoid evil, can be called people who seek to benefit themselves and avoid evil. A sage.
This path is difficult, but the path of saints is the way to practice.
Cao Cao is the overlord, and he also needs to cultivate the path of sage, to try the sweetness of benevolence and righteousness, and to be respected and loved by all people.
At this time, Cao Cao was silent for a long time. He had not restricted this military order in the army, so clan members such as Cao Ren and Cao Hong would plunder every time they won a battle.
But until the army was formed, they were all Xiliang thieves who plundered Dong's rule. Although the assets of these thieves were also plundered from the people, they could eventually be used as military supplies.
Now Zhang Han's words clearly show that he is well versed in the rules after the army breaks the city. Ordinary nobles will not clearly delve into these matters, while those with military background know about it but will not mention it.
"Bo Chang, what you said...are you speaking out of the benevolence and righteousness in your heart?"
At this moment, he suddenly felt that the young man in front of him also had the world in mind.
"No," Zhang Han blinked and said with a smile: "If my lord can be benevolent and righteous, the people will follow him even more. In this way, administrative orders in the future will be like an arm and a finger, gaining everyone's support? You have two swords, one of which is green One of them relies on heaven. Why not regard it as the way of a hero? One is called benevolence, and the other is called dominance!"
"What's the name of the other one?" Cao Cao asked unconsciously with a stunned look on his face.
"Ba!"
"Yes," Cao Cao nodded with deep understanding.
Zhang Han: "..."
Damn it? Why do I suddenly feel very unhappy? !
You didn't even pay for your daughter! Why are you! ?
