Regarding the question "Which one is more beautiful, Mr. Feng of the Han Dynasty or Mr. Cao of the Wei Dynasty?" General Guan gave a very definite answer:
"Alang is so beautiful, how can Cao Zijian be as good as you?"
At the same time, Zhang Xiaosi on the side held the same opinion:
"Wei often slanders and slanders the emperor, and he deserves to be praised by the world. The beauty of the emperor accounts for eight points in the world, and Cao Zijian is the only one who deserves it."
Feng Junhou was self-aware, and he wanted to refuse such praise.
It is just based on the idea that "if we don't occupy the position of public opinion, the enemy will occupy it."
Since the Wei thief repeatedly belittled his articles, Feng Junhou naturally would not be polite.
It’s okay to belittle me as a person, but belittle my articles, well, wouldn’t that mean you’re belittling Li Taibai?
This is absolutely not possible!
Therefore, Feng Junhou had no choice but to accept the title of "Eight Dou Talents", but it was disrespectful.
With the resources currently at the disposal of the Xinghan Society, it takes no effort at all to spread the idiom "talented and talented".
Although the knights in Yongliang and Liangzhou are not very popular now, they are still very useful in secretly spreading news.
Coupled with caravan exchanges, it is a natural channel for news dissemination.
As the direct impact of the Battle of Xiaoguan began to subside, caravans demanding money and life began to come between Guanzhong, Hanzhong, and Longyou again.
Li Mu, who was responsible for allocating Dahan's unique supplies to the caravan, mentioned a somewhat unusual situation when reporting to Feng Yong:
"Over in Guanzhong, someone took the initiative to raise the price of brown sugar, honey wine and peach wine, and the demand is much greater than last year."
Li Mu said while flipping through the documents, "I also checked the brown sugar shipped to Guanzhong in previous years. The quantity is indeed increasing year by year."
For people of this era, brown sugar is similar to an addictive drug in later generations.
Who calls this era backward?
As the emperor, Cao Pi wrote a special article saying that peach wine was a peerless wine, saying that it was sweet and thirst-quenching.
It can be seen that even the most powerful and powerful families are eager for desserts.
"The demand is increasing year by year. That's normal. What's the problem?"
This is Li Mu's dedicated office.
Feng Yong leaned on the soft plush sofa and looked at Li Mu, who was standing next to the desk and carefully flipping through the information in his hand.
Over the years, Li Mu has often had to show up to deal with things, so narrow-sleeved tights that facilitate movement have become her regular clothes.
In the late spring season, the temperature has warmed up, and the waistband perfectly outlines Li Mu's figure, which is round at the top and round at the bottom.
Obviously, since arriving in Liangzhou, I have received much more nourishment than before, so my body has bloomed quietly.
"The increase in demand this time is too great, several times that of last year."
Li Mu had no idea how attractive she was in Feng Tuchel's eyes, as she was a strong woman with a classically soft look, so she still focused on the document:
"Alang, don't you think there's something wrong here?"
"I don't think so." Feng Yong shook his head, "Even if Guanzhong wants all the brown sugar production of Han Dynasty, that's not unusual."
From the day brown sugar appeared until now, if it were not for the purpose of opening up the trade routes between Wei, Wu and the Western Regions for the Xinghan Hui, a quota system was implemented in these directions.
The Shu land alone can digest a year's production.
Not to mention that the Han Dynasty took control of Longyou a few years ago and cut off the channels for the powerful people of Wei to obtain peach wine...
Thinking of this, Feng Yong suddenly sat upright and touched his chin:
"When you say that, I feel like there's something wrong."
If the demand for desserts from the dignitaries of Wei was so strong, they would start looking for ways to import them in large quantities from Hanzhong and Longyou in the second year after losing Longyou.
Instead of waiting for Liangzhou to fall into the hands of the Han Dynasty before such big changes began.
Because Longyou fell into the hands of the Han Dynasty, it also cut off the main link between Liangzhou and Guanzhong.
Feng Yong knocked on the table and thought for a moment, "Is there a way to know where these extra demands go?"
In matters related to the governor's office, the general is responsible for military affairs, Zhang Xiaosi is responsible for government affairs, Amei is responsible for logistics equipment, and Li Mu is responsible for financial resources.
Although Feng Jishi's stomach is not very good, he should eat more soft food during his daily meals.
But if he really wanted to say that he was just eating and waiting to die, the harem group would be the first to refuse.
For example, the establishment of the intelligence system, the sorting and analysis of intelligence, and Feng Jishi's philosophy were more than a century or two ahead of this era.
Li Mu shook his head: "There are too many aristocratic families in the Central Plains, and now in Guanzhong, Sima Yi seems to be interested in opening a special Yi market in Chang'an."
"Caravans passing through Hanzhong and Longyou can now only trade in designated places."
Hearing Li Mu's words, Governor Feng raised his eyebrows, and then smiled calmly:
"So, if you really want to do this, you have to let Sima Yi come! Cao Zhen and his like are just warriors. If you are a general or a commander, it is just because of his surname Cao."
There are not many people in the world who are qualified to evaluate Cao Zhen in this way, and who dare to evaluate him in this way.
Governor Feng happened to be one of them.
In the past, Guanzhong needed bulk materials and in-demand materials such as Dahan's woolen materials, brown sugar, Shu brocade, so even if they knew there were fine craftsmen in the caravan, they had to hold their noses and let them in.
Coupled with the rangers running around, it can be said that in the past few years, the big man had penetrated the Guanzhong area like a sieve.
The fact that You Chu's family was easily moved to Hanzhong by people sent by Feng Yong is a proof.
The only one who has not been penetrated is the military.
Now that Guanzhong has been messed up by Sima Yi, the detailed work in the future may not be as convenient as before.
Even Sima Yi had to divide up some of the pricing power of the goods transported by the caravan.
Of course, this has no impact on Dahan's profits.
Because it's a seller's market now.
What Sima Yi wants to leave is the pricing power in the Guandong market.
After figuring this out, Feng Yong knocked on the table subconsciously.
Is it true that he is worthy of being the old turtle who can drag Old Demon Zhuge to his last breath?
"As a result, I'm afraid that the longer it takes, the harder it will be to fight Guanzhong."
First, he farmed in Guanzhong, and now he is trying to find ways to expand his financial resources.
Coupled with the support of Guandong, as long as two or three years pass, Guanzhong will be run like an iron barrel by Sima Yi.
But given the current situation of the Han Dynasty, sending troops by force can only be regarded as a risky move.
Relying only on the military strength of Hanzhong, Zhuge Laoyao will probably follow the old path of history and be forced to station troops on the edge of the Wei River, facing Sima Yi across the water.
Because Longyou's troops could not break through Qian County, they would not have much effect at all.
However, the armies under Feng Jishi, which were originally supposed to be strategic mobile forces, were in the process of being rebuilt.
In addition, Liangzhou was initially settled and the barbarians in the north of Liangzhou had not yet been dealt with, so the Liangzhou armies were unable to move at all.
Seeing that Feng Yong's expression was not right, Li Mu asked with concern:
"Alang, over there in Guanzhong, do we have to reduce some of our share?"
"No! We can't surrender!" Feng Yong quickly opened his palms and raised his arms, "The current situation in Guanzhong cannot be responded to immediately until it is ascertained."
"Because this may be a deliberate test by Sima Yi. If we react too quickly, we may alarm him."
Having said this, Feng Yong thought again, "Not only can't we surrender, but we have to allocate more shares to that side, but we can't allocate enough supplies according to the other party's requirements."
Capital is all about profit. As long as the money is in place, no matter how hard Xinghan will control the channels, someone will always find a way to squeeze out some supplies.
Therefore, this matter should not be made too obvious, and it should appear as much as possible that the caravan is operating in accordance with the laws of the market.
"Let the caravan side think of something and see if they can find out why the Guanzhong side suddenly added so much brown sugar."
There is nothing we can do about Guanzhong at the moment, so we can only do this for the time being.
Li Mu nodded and took notes with a charcoal pen.
"It would be perfect if I added a pair of glasses."
After Governor Feng finished his instructions, he looked at President Li with his head lowered and took shorthand. His heart skipped a beat, and he suddenly spoke again.
Li Mu raised his head and looked at Governor Feng in confusion. At the same time, he brushed his hair away and said, "What are you talking about, Alang? What glasses?"
Maybe it's spring, a certain season has arrived.
Although Li Mu's move was unintentional, in the eyes of Governor Feng, it was extremely touching.
Then Feng's heart suddenly became angry.
"Call Boss Feng."
"Boss Feng?"
Then he whispered, "Alang..."
"Pa!" There was a crisp sound, "I told you to call Boss Feng."
"Feng...Boss Feng, don't do this."
"hey-hey……"
"Boss Feng, don't be here..."
President Li's voice became increasingly urgent, sounding like water dripping from his mouth.
"Do you know what 'office romance' is?"
"I don't know."
"It's okay, I'll teach you and you'll know it soon."
…
This kind of thing like "the love affair between two people in the office" is actually... pretty cool!
I don't know how long it took, but Governor Feng came out of President Li's office feeling refreshed.
At the same time, he did not forget to tell the female guard guarding the door: "Ms. Li is tired. Send someone to guard her here. Let her rest for a while and don't let anyone disturb her."
The female guard without a trace of expression saluted and replied: "No!"
Just after the instructions were given, a burst of footsteps was heard.
Looking up, Zhang Xingyi had appeared around the corner.
Governor Feng's heart trembled inexplicably, and he hurriedly came forward:
"Si Niang, why are you walking in such a hurry?"
As soon as Zhang Xingyi saw Feng Yong, his face relaxed, he walked to Feng Yong and whispered:
"Hanzhong has sent someone here, Alang, go to the front hall quickly."
Knowing that Zhang Xiaosi was not Li Mu, Feng Yong was relieved at first, and then felt confused again:
"Hanzhong sent someone here? Why didn't you notify us in advance?"
As long as the official document is not urgent, according to the rules, whether it is the Prime Minister's Office or the Imperial Palace, someone will be notified in advance to let the Governor's Office prepare.
After all, it is impossible for a messenger to travel day and night, but a messenger can.
"We sent someone to escort us secretly."
Zhang Xingyi fell half a step behind Feng Yong and explained.
problem occurs?
Feng Yong felt nervous and quickly quickened his pace: "Who is coming?"
"Li Wenxuan escorted him personally."
When Feng Yong heard this, his heart sank even more.
Li Wenxuan is Li Yi.
Now he is a soldier in the prime minister's house.
At the same time, he is also the default representative of the Xinghan Society in the Prime Minister's Mansion.
If Li Yi can come in person and be escorted secretly, the matter must not be trivial.
Feng Yong thought hard and realized that there seemed to be nothing major at this time in history!
With this thought in mind, Feng Yong walked into the front hall of the Governor's Mansion where guests were entertained.
"I have met the king."
Li Yi saw Feng Yong and saluted quickly.
"Li Junjun, get up."
Feng Yong returned the gift, and then his eyes fell on a middle-aged man behind Li Yi.
Although nothing was said between Feng Yong and Li Yi, Li Yi was already hinting at the salute between the two that this middle-aged man was not one of his own.
"Cao San, a native of Wei, has met General Feng."
The middle-aged man also looked at Feng Yong with a scrutinizing gaze. Although he was already prepared in his heart, he confirmed that the young man in front of him was the famous Feng Wenhe.
He still showed an extremely surprised look.
"Wei people?"
Feng Yong raised his eyebrows and looked at Li Yi.
Seeing Li Yi nod slightly, he was sure that he heard correctly.
"Messenger Cao did come from Dong'a of Wei State." Li Yi explained, "He was specially sent by King Chen of Wei State to deliver a message to the princes on behalf of King Chen of Wei State."
"Prince Chen?" Feng Yong felt that the name was familiar, but couldn't remember it for a while, "Who is it?"
Based on the current state of the Han and Wei Dynasties, generally speaking, the so-called kings of Wei should be called false kings.
Li Yi said it was King Chen of Wei State, which means that King Chen of Wei State had some kind of good intentions, at least it was not a provocation.
"My master, please go to Cao Baozhi."
Cao San explained.
Damn it!
Governor Feng took a breath and subconsciously looked at Zhang Xingyi beside him:
When did you get the telegram? Do you want Cao Zhi to send someone over to settle the score with me so quickly?
Zhang Xiaosi:......
"It turns out that Mr. Cao sent me here. Please come and take a seat."
Feng Yong quickly greeted Cao San warmly.
"Feng Langjun is in front, how can I have a seat for the servant?" Cao San lowered his head, then reached into his arms and took out something wrapped in oilcloth.
After untying it, a letter was revealed.
Cao San held up his hands respectfully and said to Feng Yong, "Master has a letter he wants to give to Feng Langjun."
As Governor Feng's status has improved over the years, he even dares to trick the Prime Minister. Who has he ever been afraid of?
Unexpectedly, facing Cao Zhi's letter, he was a little afraid to reach out.
Although we know that the two countries of Han and Wei were at war with each other, it was common for big figures to exchange letters.
But it was the first time for Governor Feng to encounter such a thing. If he didn't murmur in his heart, that would be abnormal.
He glanced at Li Yi.
Li Yi nodded slightly again.
Feng Yong then reached out and picked up the letter.
There are four extremely beautiful and elegant words on the envelope: Feng Jun personally expresses it.
Feng Yong took the letter in his hand, pondered for a moment, and asked:
"I have never met Mr. Cao. Why did Mr. Cao write to me?"
Cao San replied with neither humility nor arrogance:
"Although the master has never met Feng Langjun, he has been close to him for a long time. He once said: Today, the only person who can write poems and essays with me is Feng Jun."
"Now the two countries are like fire and water. It is impossible to meet each other. The master has no choice but to send a villain to deliver a letter to Feng Langjun in order to make friends through letters."
When Feng Yong heard this, he couldn't help but laugh and laugh, and at the same time he was a little emotional.
This... how should I put it? With Cao Zhi's temperament, it was probably destined to lose his position of inheritance.
Mr. Cao, you are now King Chen of the Wei Kingdom, and you are also the emperor's uncle. More importantly, you are the loser in the previous generation's competition for the throne.
Are you really not afraid of making Cao Rui furious and chop off your head?
Feng Yong put the letter away and then asked: "Master Cao...does Lord Wei know about this move?"
Cao San smiled calmly and said: "My master has come to the table several times before. He wants to serve as an official to make the best use of his talents. Your Majesty is fully aware of his loyalty to Wei."
"In February of this year, the master returns to the court to see His Majesty, and has to move to a fiefdom and be granted the title of King Chen. Now I have just heard of Mr. Feng for a long time, and am eager to meet him."
"The Grand Sima of my dynasty also exchanged letters with the Prime Minister of the Han Dynasty, so what is wrong with my master's actions? Why should I be afraid?"
Did Cao Zhi move to a fiefdom again?
Feng Yong asked again: "Is Mr. Cao still in good health?"
This was a customary greeting, but Cao San's expression changed. He looked at Feng Yong in horror, and after a long time he said:
"Thank you, Mr. Feng, for your concern. My master returned to the court last winter and moved to the fiefdom in February. Therefore, he was somewhat overworked and rested in bed."
"But it's been more than two months now, so I think I should have recovered."
Feng Yong nodded: "Okay, I understand. You have come thousands of miles away, so you must be tired, so you should go down and rest first."
"Thank you Mr. Feng."
After someone took Cao San down to rest, Feng Yong sat on the main seat and motioned for Li Yi to sit down.
Of course, Zhang Xiaosi can't leave either. This is when her brain is needed.
Feng Yong asked Li Yi:
"what happened?"
Li Yi smiled bitterly and said: "Brother, you are making things difficult for me. If I hadn't heard what Cao San said just now, I wouldn't even know why he came to see my brother."
"Didn't the Prime Minister say anything?"
Feng Yong frowned.
Li Yi shook his head: "No, I just asked my younger brother to escort this person here without making any publicity."
Feng Yong looked at Secretary Zhang again.
Zhang Xingyi has been considering this matter from the beginning.
At this time, I could only hear her say:
"The Prime Minister didn't say anything and only asked the Li family's brother to escort the people here, so the Prime Minister should have agreed to the correspondence between Brother Li and Cao Zijian."
"After all, Cao Zijian's literary reputation is well known all over the world. If even he recognizes my brother's literary talent, who in the world would dare to deny it?"
Feng Yong nodded.
Public opinion war, this is indeed Zhuge Lao Yao's style.
As long as the name of the Han Dynasty is involved, there will be no concessions.
"What I don't understand is that the Wei thieves have tried their best to suppress Alang's articles. Why is Cao Zhi doing the opposite now?"
"With Cao Zhi's reputation, wouldn't this act be a blatant insult to Wei's face?"
Feng Yong could guess one or two more things about this than others.
I saw him shaking his head and smiling:
"Cao Zhi is afraid that he has given up on himself and will simply break the jar and return to his old nature."
Cao Zhi originally had a strong scholarly spirit and often acted willfully.
When Cao Cao was out, he actually dared to take advantage of the wine to ride a carriage and horse privately, open the palace gate without authorization, and gallop on the forbidden roads that could only be walked by the emperor during ceremonies.
In the end, Cao Cao was furious and executed the official in charge of the royal carriage.
But Cao Zhi didn't learn his lesson and kept getting drunk all the time.
During the Battle of Xiangfan, Cao Cao appointed Cao Zhi as Nanzhonglang General to conquer the generals and lead troops to rescue Cao Ren.
After the order was issued, Cao Zhi was too drunk to accept the order.
This incident made Cao Cao completely disappointed with him.
Looking again at Cao Zhi's writings, we often see lofty ideals and ambitions.
If he were placed in the same era as Li Taibai, the two would probably have a lot in common.
Is there any similarity between Li Taibai's fate and Li Taibai's?
Feng Yong was sighing, but Li Yi and Zhang Xingyi looked over with strange eyes.
"Why are you looking at me like this?"
Feng Yong touched his face.
Li Yi smiled and said:
"I heard that brother's tone was so determined. Those who didn't know it might have said that brother and Cao Zijian have been friends for a long time."
Zhang Xingyi also flashed his big eyes and said inquiringly:
"So, is it any wonder that Cao Zijian sent someone to deliver a message to Brother?"
Feng Yong shook his head and smiled helplessly: "You don't understand!"
What Cao Sancai said: "My master has come to the table several times before. He wants to serve as an official to make the best use of his talents. Your Majesty is fully aware of his loyalty to Wei."
It sounds like Cao Zhi was loyal to the state of Wei. He went to court many times and took the initiative to express his desire to serve as an official.
But Feng Yong combined his understanding of the history of the "Three Cao of Jian'an".
He knew that no matter how touching Cao Zhi's writing was, it could not move Cao Rui at all.
If Feng Yong remembered correctly, later generations would say that Cao Zhi was King Chen, so when he first heard the title, he felt a little familiar.
This title should be Cao Zhi's last title.
In other words, Cao Zhi most likely knew that he had completely lost hope of repaying his defeat.
It is not unusual for people who have no hope to do anything extraordinary.
Thinking of this, Feng Yong suddenly thought of something and was startled. He stood up suddenly and shouted: "Oops!"
