"My nephew, Zhou Buyi, has been favored by the Yang family and the Cai family in Xudu this time, and has stayed in Xudu to study."
"After much thought about this matter, I still have to inform my lord. I have been framed by a villain. I should also resign from my post as a special agent, otherwise I may be in trouble with my lord."
Liu Xian bowed sincerely. He knew that Liu Biao had always been a gentleman. The outcome of these words was unpredictable. He might take advantage of the situation to agree, or he might admire him even more.
But no matter which one it is, there will be no danger. At least if you feel calm in your heart, the lord will not doubt it.
After Liu Biao thought deeply for a long time, his expression changed slightly and changed many times, but he finally sighed and said, "Shi Zong, it's rare for you to be so honest. I won't blame you."
"It is very rare that we have such a noble person in Jingzhou," Liu Biao nodded in approval, with a smile on his face, as if he was very satisfied with Liu Xian's attitude.
At this moment, Liu Xian saw Liu Biao's reaction and understood that it didn't mean much whether he was lying or not. Sooner or later, his nephew's stay in Xudu would be known to his lord.
In other words, the lord actually knew it early on. What he was waiting for was an attitude. He told the truth calmly and stated the reasons. In addition to being aboveboard and avoiding the suspicion of collaboration with the enemy, he could also ask the lord whether it was feasible.
On the contrary, it will bring the relationship between the two people closer, so that they will not be separated by these things.
"Okay, I'm generally aware of this matter. Shi Zong just needs to go back and rest. It's been a hard trip. I'll give him five hundred gold and five hundred pieces of cloth to express my feelings."
Liu was stunned first, then thanked him and left quickly.
When I walked home, I still felt strange and unclear. How could I suddenly be given so many rewards?
Going here is a matter of duty, and in the past, returning from missions was nothing more than a banquet.
Why, I had a lot of banquets, but I gave so many rewards, and the lord was not displeased at all, he was a sincere reward.
Liu Xian was a gentleman. He had fantastic ideas when it came to governing the county. He was also well-read about literature and history and had a strong memory. He was very talented.
However, he was not very understanding of this kind of human affairs. He could not understand Liu Biao's thoughts.
It wasn't until after the evening banquet that Liu Xian returned home and saw the five hundred gold and five hundred pieces of cloth he had obtained, as well as many rare and rare treasures, that Liu Xian suddenly realized what he was doing.
"So that's it," he slapped his thigh, with a smile on his face, and sighed, "My lord doesn't want me to receive too much favor from others, so he will also reward me with heavy money to calm my heart."
"What Jia Jun said is true. He is worthy of being trusted by Zhang Han. He can indeed be said to understand people's hearts. He has even considered these things."
"Does he really know my lord so well?!"
Jia Xu has definitely never met Liu Biao, but it is really amazing that he can judge a person's character and mind just by relying on reviews and rumors.
Hmm...what if he makes a mistake? If my lord is actually a person who is lenient on the outside but jealous on the inside, wouldn’t I die on the spot by saying this?
This person's judgment is really well-founded and not simple.
…
Xudu, south of Linshan Military Camp.
When Dian Wei and Jia Xu came back from training, they were both covered in sweat, and Jia Xu's face was flushed.
Along the way, Dian Wei curiously asked about what Jia Xu and Zhang Han had said at that time, against all opinions, to teach Liu Xian, and there were still many things he didn't understand.
"I just don't know why the king doesn't do this himself? Moreover, if you teach Mr. Liu to give up as soon as he returns, isn't that asking for death? If I knew that my brother was looking for business for outsiders, and even handed over his nephew to Those who are entrusted to others will definitely be furious.”
"That's different," Jia Xu shook his head and said, "If I were a prince, I would definitely not persuade you like this."
"And the prince really doesn't need to say anything. First of all, he has a close relationship with the lord and the eldest son, so there is no need to express his loyalty so eagerly, because if he is a member of his own family, he will not be the first to think about betrayal. Mr. Liu does not have this kind of trust.”
"Secondly, Liu Xian and I are not relatives, so I am naturally confident in giving him advice. What does it have to do with me whether he dies or not?"
Jia Xu smiled, put his hands behind his back leisurely, and looked at Dian Wei quite indifferently.
But he caught a glimpse of Dian Wei's surprised, dull, and stunned gaze, so he felt a thump in his heart and secretly cried out.
Sure enough, Dian Wei turned around with a frown, approached Jia Xu, and said in a deep voice: "Old Jia, what you said is too much. Don't you care about other people's lives? Besides, doesn't Mr. Liu? Uncle Sui, Bu Sui lives with us in Bancheng Mansion now."
"Dianxiaowei, listen to me. I'm just assuming. In fact, it's the best way to say it. Then Liu Xian is a famous scholar, and Liu Biao is also a person who pursues benevolence——"
"I won't listen!" Dian Wei waved his hand, "I don't care if you really add any extras, Lao Jia, you are going too far. Come on, follow me to practice your physical strength again!"
"I'm not good at running, I won't go -"
"Let's go!" Dian Wei pulled Jia Xu involuntarily and walked towards the school ground with interest on his face.
Jia Xu was about to cry but had no tears, and his face was expressionless. Now he felt that the reasons Dian Wei said were not important, he just wanted him to practice a few more laps.
I am old, why do I still have to practice these fists, feet and swords day and night? What are they used for? ? !
Heaven, I really owe you Dianwei in my previous life.
…
Thirteen days later.
Jingzhou sent news, reporting the loss of the army and horses, and asked Liu Xie for the imperial court to exempt him from paying tribute for half a year. Liu Xie and Cao Cao discussed it and wrote back agreeing.
The matter was revealed, and it ended with Cao and Zhang receiving money and food for the army.
Of course, it was Liu Xie who was wiping his butt. To be precise, it was Liu Xie's "emperor status" that made the Liu clan dare not openly confront the current Han court.
Zhang Han wrote to the imperial court to vigorously develop fortifications and recruit craftsmen for civil construction and ordnance. At the same time, he sent additional manpower to reach Runan, Nanyang, and even Lujiang River by relying on several rivers in Yingchuan.
In this case, the prosperity of the entire Xudu can be transmitted to Yangzhou, and Yangzhou's heritage and rich products can be transmitted to Xudu.
This channel, no matter whether it is tortuous or not, once it is opened, it will bring incomparable prosperity to the entire territory.
Zhang Han, on the other hand, just grabbed a handful of this huge and long-term proposal.
The real weak water is three thousand, and only one scoop is taken.
"Jun Hou scoops well!!"
In the Nanlin Mountain camp, civil and military officials all smiled enthusiastically after hearing Zhang Han's words.
Zhang Han wants to obtain military supplies and rations and transfer them to Nanlin Mountain. He can recruit 500 craftsmen and recruit talented people. He has abundant funds and great achievements. It can be said that no matter whether there are results or not, everything in the Nanlin Mountain Camp will never need to be spent. If you sell too much, you can expand your recruitment at will.
Moreover, there are 750 more horses in the camp, which can be used by Zhang Han to train the cavalry.
"Zilong, I'll leave it to you and Gao Shun to train the new black-robed armored knight."
"Mr. Wenhe is supervising the construction of military equipment. All the proceeds will be used to build the armor and horse equipment of the black robe army. There is no need to worry about spending too much."
"Then, about the work..." Jia Xu was a little confused about Zhang Han's thoughts.
Zhang Han smiled slightly and said: "Don't worry about this. The imperial court ordered me to open the craftsman camp just to make progress and achieve results in armaments. I have many ideas in my mind, which can save a lot of money."
"We have to allocate about 10,000 yuan of money and food. This money is enough for a large camp with thousands of people. In the future, we only need to make slight changes in the performance report."
Jia Xu was speechless and said: "If this is the case, without investigation, the school affairs office will keep an eye on you for more than a day or two. There is no telling when a thorough investigation will be carried out."
Zhang Han lowered his head and thought for a while, then said: "If this is found out, what do you think the punishment will be?"
"Based on the current heavy penalties, he may be dismissed from his official position for concealing and lying."
"Okay, let's do this. As long as we can achieve convincing results, my father-in-law and the emperor will understand. The extra money will be regarded as a reward. What are you afraid of?"
"What do you mean?! What do you mean by this?! Junhou, you-" Zhao Yun was frightened when he heard it.
You asked directly what the punishment is? ! I'm afraid he didn't plan to violate the ban from the beginning, and went straight to punish him.
Can this person be so cruel to himself?
It seems that the king is not thinking about whether something is right or wrong, but first to see if he can bear the guilt. If he can, he will take the risk of disrespecting military orders and making profits from it!
Isn’t this still a day of fear?
"Hey, Zilong Zilong, don't worry, the prince must have his reasons," Dian Wei quickly grabbed Zhao Yun and said in a deep voice: "This is how I have been here for so many years. Do you think anything happened to me?"
"Brother Dian, I am afraid that this is not the behavior of a gentleman. You should strictly obey the military order, or report it to your superiors and ask for permission. Otherwise, I will occupy too many military resources in my camp and be criticized by others."
"No one will object," Jia Xu also turned to persuade Zhao Yun, and said with a serious face: "Zilong is a refined general, and it is natural for him to respect justice in his heart, but to build an extraordinary army, you must establish an extraordinary army. It is a crime to sit back and enjoy the success of one's merits, but it is not a crime to be able to gain more. As a general, Zilong should regard this as a spur, train day and night, and perform meritorious deeds for the great Han after going to the battlefield."
"Sir, this is indeed reasonable." Zhao Yun frowned and breathed a sigh of relief, thinking about Jia Xu's words, and kept nodding.
I didn't even know how to refute, and I felt a strong energy in my heart.
I really want to make meritorious deeds in the future to make up for the pitfalls of the monarch... Such hidden dangers can only be made up for with meritorious deeds. Only in this way can we ensure that we are foolproof and no one will be blamed.
Thinking of this, he secretly looked at Gao Shun.
Gao Shunben remained silent on the side. After seeing Zhao Yun's eyes, he moved his eyes elsewhere, as if he was not looking.
Gee, he seems to have given in...
Dian Wei also peeked at Zhao Yun from the side, but nodded secretly, because he had just caught a glimpse of Zhao Yun's fighting spirit to make meritorious deeds and fill the hole.
That's right, I thought the same way before... There is no sense of security if you don't make meritorious deeds.
Now I...have changed.
Zilong, you can’t imagine the joy of digging a hole.
Jia Xu faced Zhang Han and said worriedly: "But if you get so much funding from the court, I'm afraid the general progress will not be able to convince the public."
"At least it must be like the creek wells and improved keel waterwheels of the past, so that the court will not dare to have any objections."
Jia Xu was worried that Zhang Han couldn't do it, or had a plan in mind, but failed to meet the requirements, and would eventually be held accountable. Although nothing would happen, punishment was definitely inevitable.
"Humph," Zhang Han smiled easily, "Believe me, the mountain man has his own clever plan."
When the people present heard this, they looked at each other in confusion and doubt.
Only Jia Xu came closer and said softly: "You have a great family, so don't call yourself a mountain man."
"What's wrong? Is this mountain mine?" Zhang Han raised his proud chin.
"Yes Yes Yes……"
…
April.
After the imperial court transferred money and food, Zhang Han's small building on the south side of the mountain had been built on the side of the camp.
Most of the courtyards were occupied by craftsmen. Except for the inner courtyard where Zhang Han and other high-status people lived, the several huge courtyards in the front and side courtyards were all used for craftsmanship.
In just half a month, Zhang Han had already made three hundred pairs of fine horse gear and battle armor, which were carefully crafted by craftsmen.
Zhao Yun is training the sergeants day and night, training in horse riding, horse combat and spear skills. The young elite selected from each battalion are almost integrated into one.
Today, Cao Ang happened to come to see us.
After arriving at the camp, he entered the Xiaozhu courtyard. When he got to the door, he felt a little out of breath. He stood at the door and murmured: "This, it's so big..."
The person who came to greet Cao Ang was Dian Wei. Cao Ang had been following Zhang Hanqi in the past few years, and he felt that Dian Wei felt safe, like a big brother.
When fighting side by side, I would rather have Dian Wei by my side than Zhang Han, but usually the relationship between the three of them is generally good.
Cao Ang and Dian Wei also naturally understood Zhang Han's temperament, which was quite bohemian and never adhered to trivial matters.
But this time Cao Ang felt numb at the first sight and became worried. He approached Dian Wei and said, "Did Bo Chang... take all the military resources given by the imperial court for himself?"
"I just saw that there are three hundred more pieces of riding armor and horse gear in the military camp. They are extremely fine!"
It should be the forging skills of the hundred-refined armor, which is time-consuming and labor-intensive, and consumes materials, but it is hard and light, and has at least ten times more protection than ordinary crude sergeant armor.
However, this is not how the money is used.
Dian Wei stood aside and said in a deep voice: "My eldest son, don't be anxious. This is always the case for kings and princes. It's not the first day you have met him. As long as you have enough merits, supplemented by appropriate strategies, you can convince the prime minister and all the ministers in the court."
"Of course I know, but this time the situation is different," Cao Ang sighed a little with his hands behind his back. "Nowadays, we are saving money and food, raising military supplies, and we cannot affect the internal affairs of the people. In such a situation, my father is already in the court, with the Cao family tradition. For example, an incorruption order for officials was issued."
"As soon as this order was issued, many officials also looked at Bo Chang. This is not because the officials are secretly persecuting, but because they really want to use him as a yardstick. If Bo Chang, as a prince and the leader of Dali Temple, is too crooked , what will the other officials think?"
"Father, he will also have a headache, and he will be angry and unhappy. But why is this?"
"Bo Chang's previous principles are all correct. The more money you spend to build something, the more merit you can achieve. But at this moment, you should be more restrained. You can no longer be so upright. You need to convince everyone before you can do it."
Dian Wei's face darkened slightly, knowing that these words were quite serious.
Jia Xu once told him the principle of what goes up and what follows. The king is undoubtedly an opening. If he looses his grip here, many others will follow suit.
And if they are punished, they only need to blame the king.
"First Master, wait a moment. I'll go and talk to the Lord." Dian Wei patted his arm and went into the courtyard to find Zhang Han.
Not long after.
Zhang Han, who was tasting wine puree in a dark room, suddenly turned around and said, "What? It's broken. The Integrity Order is not a paper tiger."
(End of chapter)
