When Gongsun Du and Gongsun Kang's family were preparing to surrender, Lu Xuan led the cavalry into Xiangping County.
The people Lu Xuan brought to Xiangping County were mainly Zhang Liao's 3,000 cavalry and more than 300 cavalry led by Zhao Yun. There were no other troops. Even if there are only more than 3,000 troops, Lu Xuan is not afraid.
Around him, Guan Yu, Zhang Liao and Gan Ning, plus Zhao Yun and Xu Chu, formed an all-star lineup.
If Gongsun Du has any idea, he will die.
Lu Xuan was on his way in Xiangping County and was also observing the local situation. The people Lu Xuan saw lived and worked in peace and contentment. Although the place was not prosperous enough, at least there were no thieves and bandits and they could live a stable life.
In troubled times, this is the greatest gift.
Lu Xuan praised Gongsun Du very much.
Gongsun Du was based in Liaodong and his methods were quite ruthless, but I have to admit that Gongsun Du's ability to govern the place was not bad. Compared with Liaoxi County and Youbei County, Liaodong has a much larger population, the place is stable, and there are few bandits.
This is Gongsun Du's ability.
Gongsundu was indeed ambitious, but he recruited talents in Liaodong, appeased the refugees, and established schools to educate the people. These are all achievements that cannot be ignored. Thanks to Gongsun Du's administration, Liaodong became a refuge for many Han people during the chaos at the end of the Han Dynasty.
"Report!"
At this moment, a soldier rushed over, arrived in front of Lu Xuan's king's carriage, and said loudly: "Your Majesty, there is a man named Tian Yu blocking the way on the official road ahead, saying that he has come to join the king."
Lu Xuan had a smile on his face.
Tian Yu!
This is a talent who also left a mark in the history of the Three Kingdoms.
Tian Yu defected to Gongsun Zan when he was less than twenty years old. Liu Bei was also working under Gongsun Zan at that time. Gongsun Zan threw Tian Yu to Liu Bei and asked Tian Yu to work with Liu Bei. Liu Bei went to Xuzhou and was recommended by Tao Qian to serve as the governor of Yuzhou. He was stationed in Xiaopei and served as Tao Qian's younger brother.
Tian Yu believed that Xuzhou, the place where the Four Wars were fought, had little chance for Liu Bei to stay in Xuzhou. In addition, Liu Bei had cut off contact with Gongsun Zan, so Tian Yu found an excuse for his mother's old age to leave Liu Bei and return to Gongsun Zan's command, serving as the county magistrate.
Later, Yuan Shao was overthrown and Cao Cao unified the north. Tian Yu was highly regarded by Cao Cao and served successively as the magistrate of Yingyin and the prefect of Yiyang. He was then transferred to the north to guard the northern border. He conquered Wuhuan and defeated Xianbei. He made great achievements and was promoted to a general. , led the governor of Bingzhou and envoy Chijie.
Tian Yu lived to the age of eighty-two and died.
In fact, both Tian Chou and Tian Yu are capable and have been reused. Because Tian Chou died of illness in his prime, Tian Yu lived for more than eighty years and eventually received the title of Marquis of Changleting.
Lifespan is also the key to a person's life.
Lu Xuan ordered: "Bring the people here."
Jia Xu saw Lu Xuan's expression and suddenly asked: "Does the king know Tian Yu?"
Lu Xuan replied: "I have heard a little bit that Tian Yu's ability is not bad. Speaking of which, this Tian Yu once followed Liu Bei."
Lu Xuan looked at Guan Yu who was following him and said with a smile: "Yun Chang, do you still have an impression of Tian Yu?"
Guan Yu said respectfully: "Your Majesty, Tian Yu is indeed capable and very independent, but he has been separated for many years and has little impression of him."
Lu Xuan nodded and did not say more about Liu Bei and Tian Yu. He smiled and said: "I have been thinking about how to arrange the candidate for the Liaodong Governor after Gongsun Du surrenders, because the Liaodong Governor is very critical. Now, we have a candidate."
Jia Xu had a faint smile on his face, and his eyes were a little dark. He had been following Lu Xuan, and Gu Yong was not here, so he had no information.
However, my own king knows it.
The King's understanding of talents shocked him again and again.
After a while, Tian Yu came to Lu Xuan's side and saluted: "I'm going to Tian Yu to pay my respects to the King of Wu."
Lu Xuan smiled and said, "Why are you here?"
Tian Yu was a little nervous and said quickly: "The King of Wu is a hero of the world. I have heard about it for a long time, and I can't wait to serve the King of Wu. Now the King of Wu leads his troops north to Youzhou, kills Tadun, destroys Wuhuan, and obtains the King of Wu. I came here specially to get the news."
Lu Xuan did not answer immediately and said: "Tian Yu, my king is approaching Xiangping County. Do you think Gongsun Du and his son will surrender?"
"There will definitely be surrender."
Tian Yu answered firmly.
Lu Xuan asked: "What's the reason?"
Tian Yu confidently said: "First, the King of Wu is invincible, and no one in the world can match him. Just the title of King of Wu is enough to intimidate Gongsun Du. Second, although Gongsun Du is ruthless, he is good at weighing the pros and cons, and he acts cautious."
"The smarter Gongsun Du is, the clearer he is that the King of Wu is invincible. If Gongsun Du is a reckless person, he may choose to fight directly. However, he is not such a person, so he does not dare to fight."
"Thirdly, most of the people in Liaodong are Han people. The people and scholars in these places have their hearts in favor of the Han. The King of Wu is a conferor of the Han Dynasty, and the people's hearts are in line. Therefore, Gongsun Du must surrender."
Lu Xuan chuckled and said, "Well said."
He changed the subject and ordered: "Now that you surrender to me, then follow me to see Gongsun Du and become my king's special envoy."
"I obey."
Tian Yu replied loudly.
Lu Xuan waved his hand and said, "Let's go."
Tian Yu followed, and the group continued towards Xiangping County. When the army led by Lu Xuan arrived outside Xiangping County, they had not yet stationed themselves or sent anyone to shout. Gongsun Du personally took his son, Yang Yi, Liu Yi and other civil and military officials out to greet them.
Gongsun Du's army also all went out of the city to form an array. The soldiers did not wear armor or carry weapons, just to surrender.
Gongsun Du was dressed in plain clothes and looked like he was asking for forgiveness. He didn't want to throw away the foundation of Liaodong, but Lu Xuan was so powerful that Gongsun Du had no choice. Gongsun Du walked in front of Lu Xuan, knelt down with the seal ribbon in his hands, and said loudly: "Gongsun Du, the governor of Liaodong, pays homage to the King of Wu and asks the King of Wu to accept him."
As soon as Lu Xuan waved, Tian Yu stepped forward and took the seal ribbon.
Lu Xuan said with a smile on his face: "Prefect Gongsun, get up."
"Thank you, King Wu."
Gongsun Du stood up and stood respectfully.
Lu Xuan nodded to Zhang Liao who was beside him. Zhang Liao led the army to take over Gongsun Du's army and took control of the county seat of Xiangping County. After Zhang Liao took control of the county, Lu Xuan ordered to enter the city.
Even so, Lu Xuan did not go to the Liaodong Hou Mansion and camped directly in the city.
Inside the Chinese army's tent.
Lu Xuan sat on the main seat. Below him were Gongsun Du, Gongsun Kang, Tian Yu, Yang Yi, Liu Yi and others. Xu Chu stood beside Lu Xuan.
Lu Xuan looked at Gongsun Du and said calmly: "Today's Liaodong County, the people are stable and the hearts of the people are loyal, which can be said to be an outstanding political achievement. During the period of great chaos, you held up the sky for many Han people who fled."
When Gongsun Du heard Lu Xuan's compliments, he breathed a sigh of relief and said quickly: "The King of Wu has given me a reward. It's a trivial matter and it's not worth mentioning. What's more, this is my own responsibility and I have no shirk."
Lu Xuan looked at Gongsun Du with a hint of approval.
Gongsun Du still has some abilities, but it is best to keep such a person by his side.
We can no longer stay in Liaodong.
Lu Xuan continued: "After you submit to me, you will go south to Yangzhou with me to work in Yangzhou. It happens that you often deal with Goguryeo and Fuyu, and you are familiar with the nature of these foreign countries. Therefore, you will serve as a minister in the Ministry of Rites, responsible for peace and harmony. Foreign contact.”
"I obey!"
Gongsun Du replied bitterly.
He is the local emperor who is in charge of the government, and now he serves as the Minister of Rites under Lu Xuan. Although Gongsun Du didn't know what kind of official position it was, he was still an official and was not liquidated.
At this point, Lu Xuan was more benevolent and righteous to him.
Lu Xuan's eyes turned and fell on Gongsun Kang. Historically, Gongsun Kang was very capable. He broke Goguryeo, established Daifang County, and made the Liaodong Peninsula powerful.
This was a capable man who just died young.
This guy can be used.
Lu Xuan suddenly had an idea and said in a deep voice: "After I entered Youzhou, I heard that Gongsun Kang was not very young, but he was very capable and had the style of his father. Under my command, I always only look at ability and not ability. Age, do not rank seniority based on age."
"You, Gongsun Kang, are talented. I will give you the opportunity to display your talents and let you serve in Zhuo County, Youzhou, as the governor of Zhuo County. Whether you can make meritorious deeds and make political achievements all depends on your ability."
hiss!
Gongsun Du took a breath.
What an opportunity!
During the period when he decided to submit to Lu Xuan, Gongsun Du had been understanding Lu Xuan's situation and knew that Lu Xuan had surrendered to Gongsun Zan and nominally controlled the entire Youzhou.
Zhuojun borders Jizhou, so its location is quite critical. Although it is risky to serve as the governor of Zhuo County, as long as you make political achievements, you will have a real foothold and become an important official under Lu Xuan's rule.
Gongsun Du looked at Lu Xuan with much gratitude.
This is Lu Xuan's reciprocation.
He took the initiative to submit to Lu Xuan, which reduced the risk of weapons and weapons. Lu Xuan did not treat his father and son badly.
At this moment, Gongsun Du had no complaints in his heart. He was happy for his son from the bottom of his heart. He looked at Gongsun Kang and said quickly: "You still don't thank me."
"Gongsun Kang, thank you for your kindness."
Gongsun Kang was also a little shocked. He thought that both his father and son were going to be taken to the south, but he didn't expect that Lu Xuan gave him a chance. He didn't think that Lu Xuan was going to target him because there was no need.
They, father and son, do not have this weight.
Lu Xuan said: "Gongsun Kang, it is not easy to govern Zhuojun well. You are a tiger descending from the mountain. Just show your ability to prove yourself."
"I will live up to your Majesty's high expectations."
Gongsun Kang replied excitedly.
Lu Xuan nodded, looked at Tian Yu, and said in a deep voice: "Tian Yu."
"I'm here!"
Tian Yu stepped forward to answer.
He looked respectful, but actually felt a little uneasy in his heart. Although he surrendered to Lu Xuan and Lu Xuan gave him full authority to represent him, Tian Yu never had a chance to show off his talents or made any meritorious deeds.
Lu Xuan looked at Tian Yu, who was a little worried, and said directly: "You are familiar with Liaodong affairs, I will appoint you as the governor of Liaodong."
"My lord, I will obey the king's orders."
Tian Yu was very excited.
Different emotions arose in his heart.
He came directly to submit. Lu Xuan did not investigate or weigh more, and directly entrusted him with important tasks. This was a sign of respect for him.
This is more trust in him.
Tian Yu, unlike Tian Chou, came from a powerful family. Tian Yu comes from an ordinary family and is a member of a poor family. He followed Gongsun Zan in his early years, but was thrown to Liu Bei by Gongsun Zan, and never got a chance.
After he left Liu Bei, he returned to Youzhou to serve as the county magistrate, and it seemed that he had been like this for the rest of his life.
As a child from a poor family, it was destined to be difficult for him to get ahead because he did not have enough connections.
Now, he has been entrusted with important tasks.
Tian Yu's inner excitement cannot be described in words. He looked solemn, lifted up his robe, knelt down, and said loudly: "My lord, I will definitely live up to the king's high expectations and will govern Liaodong well. If you fail to complete the task, I will come to see you."
Lu Xuan nodded and said with a smile: "Get up and speak, I believe you."
Tian Yu saluted solemnly again before standing up and standing aside respectfully.
After Lu Xuan finished arranging things, he waved his hand and said, "Let's go and prepare."
Everyone bowed and left.
In the afternoon of that day, Gongsun Kang left Xiangping County with a few members of his family and went to Zhuo County to take up his post. Tian Yu took over as the governor of Liaodong and took over all the assistant officials in Liaodong. Yang Yi and Liu Yi both stayed in Liaodong to work.
Lu Xuan stayed for two days, waiting for Tian Yu to complete the handover of power, and then took Gongsun Du and his family south.
Zhang Liao and Guan Yu no longer went south and still stayed in Liaodong.
Accompanying him were Zhao Yun, Jia Xu, Pang Tong, Gan Ning, Xu Chu and others. The group left Xiangping County and went south to Dashi County. Then they took a boat out to sea and headed south on the sea in the direction of Yangzhou.
