Liangzhou in June is a little more fiery.
Lu Xuan took Lu Yu, Cao Cao and others from Jingzhou northward, passed through Nanyang County, and walked west through Guanzhong, watching as they walked.
Lu Xuan's speed on the road was not fast, and his speed was even slower after entering Liangzhou. It is especially slow in Wudu County, Longxi County and Jincheng County. After all, many Qiang people in Liangzhou live in these places.
Lu Xuan recognized Jia Xu's ability and believed that Jia Xu would definitely be able to solve the chaos in Liangzhou.
However, he didn't think it would be so prosperous.
When Lu Xuan saw what he saw in Liangzhou, he was completely surprised, because the people in Liangzhou he met along the way were in very good spirits, and they all seemed to live a stable, peaceful and peaceful life.
There are conflicts between the Qiang people and the Han people. During the Eastern Han Dynasty, local officials squeezed and exploited the Qiang people, which made the Qiang people hate the Central Plains people and also had some hostility towards the Han people.
Now, we are a harmonious family.
Lu Xuan inquired about the place and found out that at present, the Qiang people are treated equally with the people of the Ming Dynasty. They are all the same in farming, corvee, taxation, etc., without any distinction.
The most important point is that Jia Xu dealt with corrupt officials and lawbreakers very strictly, ensuring the stability of the people and the Qiang people.
Lu Xuan understood the local policies one by one and admired them in his heart.
Cao Cao also understood. He saw the changes in Liangzhou along the way and found that they were completely different from his previous impressions. He couldn't help but marvel at Jia Xu's ability to completely change Liangzhou in just a few years.
Outside Guzang County, fifteen miles southeast.
Lu Xuan and his entourage rode on horseback and hurried on in a leisurely manner. However, the large group of forbidden troops brought by Xu Chu was slightly hidden, and followed them at a distance to protect them, but did not follow them.
Lu Xuan looked at the green corn fields and potato fields on both sides of the official road, his eyes full of approval. He looked at Lu Yu who was standing aside and said with a smile, "Yu'er, doesn't Jia Xu deserve his reputation?"
Lu Yu said with emotion: "Father, Jia Prefect is indeed worthy of his reputation. I have never been to Liangzhou, but I heard people say that Liangzhou is a barren land, remote and wild. I didn't expect that the people of Liangzhou are so simple."
Lu Xuan said: "The so-called simplicity is a situation that occurs when the people are full and not hungry. A person knows etiquette if he is practical, and he knows honor and disgrace if he has enough food and clothing. Only when a person is well fed and clothed can he have further progress. Change."
"The so-called poor people come from poor places. It's not that the people are mean and unscrupulous, it's because people are too poor and will do anything to fill their stomachs."
"When you open your eyes, you have to think about filling your stomach. It is impossible to pay attention to etiquette, honor and disgrace."
"That's the root cause."
"From this aspect, it is indeed Jia Xu's credit."
Lu Xuan said in a deep voice: "After meeting Jia Xu, I will ask for advice, do you understand?"
"clear!"
Lu Yu replied solemnly.
Before coming, Lu Xuan told Lu Yu about Jia Xu's abilities. At that time, Lu Yu was in an unknown and curious state. Now, seeing Jia Xu's governance ability, Lu Yu is even more curious and expectant.
Lu Xuan and his group were chatting as they headed to Guzang County. As the group approached and got closer and closer to the county seat, the news reached the hands of Jia Xu, the county seat.
Jia Xu took Zhong Yao, Guan Yu and others to the city gate to greet them. While the group was waiting, Jia Xu looked at Guan Yu again and said, "Yun Chang, have you found out the information about the Western Regions clearly?"
Guan Yu shook his head and said: "It's not clear at the moment, and we are still inquiring further. The news returned has the shadow of Tianzhu people. It will take some time to get a more specific situation."
Jia Xu urged: "Hurry up and find out. Your Majesty is a promising monarch, and he must further expand his territory. Now that the country is stable and the Japanese country has been conquered, the next step must be the adjacent Tianzhu."
Guan Yu solemnly said: "I understand."
Jia Xu smiled slightly and looked into the distance, only to see a group of people appearing in the distance.
The distance was shortened, and Jia Xu could clearly see the person coming.
It turned out that Lu Xuan was the leader, and he was also following Cao Cao and his party. After Jia Xu saw Lu Yu clearly, he weighed it and made a judgment immediately.
Jia Xu led people to greet him and came to Lu Xuan. He saluted and said, "Your Majesty, Jia Xu, pays homage to His Majesty, His Royal Highness the Crown Prince."
"Greetings to Your Majesty, His Royal Highness the Crown Prince."
Zhong Yao, Guan Yu and other civil and military officials all saluted.
Lu Yu nodded slightly and didn't say much.
Lu Xuan said: "Jia Qing, I haven't seen you for many years, and you are getting more energetic. It seems that the soil and water in Liangzhou are good. They say that Liangzhou is a remote place, a barbarian and uncivilized area. Now it seems that what you hear with your ears is worse than what you see with your eyes." .”
Jia Xu humbly said: "My ability to govern the place depends on your majesty's sweet potatoes, potatoes and corn. With food to clear the way, the people can be stable, fed and clothed. If the most basic conditions cannot be met, even if the minister No matter how powerful you are, you can’t govern Liangzhou well.”
Lu Xuan sighed with emotion: "Unexpectedly, Jia Qing also started to flatter me."
Jia Xu said: "I just stated it truthfully."
"Enter the city."
Lu Xuan didn't say much and gave the order directly.
A group of people entered the city and came to the governor's mansion. Because Jia Xu had prepared a banquet, he held a banquet directly to welcome Lu Xuan.
This time, it was much easier.
There is no military business in Liangzhou, the people live a relaxed life, and the local officials govern the country in a clear and transparent manner.
Lu Xuan picked up the wine bottle, looked at Jia Xu, Zhong Yao and Guan Yu, and said with a smile: "The great governance of Liangzhou is inseparable from the efforts of Jia Qing, Zhong Qing and Yunchang, and the three of you should take the lead. The first glass of wine, I respect you."
"Thank you, Your Majesty!"
Jia Xu, Zhong Yao and Guan Yu all held wine bottles and saluted.
The expressions of the three of them were quite excited. As ministers, it was a great honor to be toasted by the emperor himself.
Lu Xuan toasted again while talking.
As Lu Xuan toasted, the atmosphere gradually became heated.
After three rounds of wine and five delicious dishes, Lu Xuan put down the wine bottle and said in a deep voice: "The first contribution to the great governance of Liangzhou is Jia Qing. When I came to Liangzhou, the first thing I did was to inspect the place and see the situation in Liangzhou. Chapter 1 Second, we plan to adjust Jia Qing’s official position.”
Jia Xu's heart was calm.
After getting the news that Lu Xuan came to Liangzhou, he made a prediction and judged that Lu Xuan might have to adjust his position.
Jia Xu took the initiative and said: "My lord, let me do as your Majesty arranges."
Lu Xuan said: "Jia Qing resigned from the post of governor of Liangzhou and was transferred back to the court to serve as the prince's tutor, responsible for teaching the prince."
Jia Xu's deep eyes suddenly widened.
Very unexpected.
He expected that Lu Xuan would adjust his official position, perhaps to the emperor's side, but he did not expect that Lu Xuan would make such a big adjustment to him and directly serve as the crown prince and tutor. To put it bluntly, this is the future imperial master.
The average prince and tutor may look nice, but in fact they are a hot potato. However, Lu Xuan cultivated Lu Yu extremely well, and his weight as the crown prince and tutor was very important.
Cao Cao sat below, took a deep look at Jia Xu, then looked at Lu Xuan, admiring in his heart.
As expected of Lu Xuan.
It can be called wily and scheming.
When it comes to conspiracies, plots, and schemes, Jia Xu is a master. In addition, Jia Xu himself has the ability to govern the local area, has excellent vision, and is familiar with the operation of officialdom. Such a person is enough to protect Lu Yu by his side.
Yang Xiu, Guo Jia, Xun Yu, Zhong Yao and others all looked thoughtful.
Lu Xuan glanced at everyone's expressions, smiled softly, his eyes fell on Lu Yu, and nodded slightly.
Lu Yu stood up, holding a glass of wine in both hands, walked to Jia Xu, bowed and said: "Disciple Lu Yu, I would like to pay homage to Master Jia and invite Master Jia to drink."
This scene surprised Cao Cao and others even more.
Cao Cao's mind turned and he completely understood Lu Xuan's intention. What he said about inspecting Liangzhou and coming to see the people of Liangzhou were actually just incidental.
The key is to find helper for Lu Yu.
This is Lu Xuan's true purpose.
Cao Cao knew Lu Yu's situation very well.
Lu Yu's teacher was Zheng Xuan, who was famous all over the world and had great influence. Lu Yu's father-in-law was Zhou Yu, the governor of the imperial court. In addition, Lu Yu also has a senior brother Zhuge Liang who has a promising future. Coupled with the relationship between the Zhuge family and Zhuge Liang, and Jia Xu, Lu Yu's power is constantly increasing.
Lu Xuan really worked hard.
The most surprised person was Jia Xu. He had never thought that Lu Xuan would ask the prince to greet him as a master and toast him in front of everyone.
Jia Xu stood up hastily, put his hands together and saluted Lu Yu respectfully, and said, "The prince has betrayed his ministers."
Lu Xuan waved his hand and ordered: "Jia Qing is the prince's tutor, and he is also the prince's teacher. They say that the king of heaven and earth is his teacher, and the teacher is also his teacher and father. So Jia Qing deserves Yu'er's glass of wine, drink it. .”
"I obey the decree!"
Jia Xu took it and bowed to Lu Yu before drinking the glass of wine.
Lu Xuan smiled and said: "Jia Qing accepted this glass of wine and became the prince's tutor. Although the East Palace has been established, there is a shortage of officials. The assistants in the East Palace and the teachings to the prince are not enough. Now, you can add more ”
Jia Xu said seriously: "I should do my best to live up to His Majesty's trust and the Crown Prince's high expectations."
Lu Xuan waved his hand and said: "I believe you, sit down."
Jia Xu sat down, feeling a little excited inside.
Even though he has always been low-key, he is calm and unshakable. However, Lu Xuan's arrangement for him obviously made him the future emperor's master, which had already planned his future path.
Such a road, surpassing Zhang Zhao, Kuai Liang and others, how could Jia Xu not be surprised.
To become a civil servant does not necessarily mean to become the prime minister of the cabinet.
Imperial Master!
This is truly a great honor.
Lu Xuan's eyes turned and fell on Zhong Yao, and he said in a deep voice: "I have heard about Zhong Qing's strong support for Jia Qing and his contribution to Liangzhou. After Jia Xu resigned, Zhong Qing took over Liangzhou. State governor."
Zhong Yao stood up and said, "I obey!"
Lu Xuan said: "I hope that Zhong Qing will implement the strategy that he has been continuing to make Liangzhou more prosperous. I once heard a word, called Jiangnan. Jiangnan is rich, with developed water systems and abundant resources. But Liangzhou does not want to make too many concessions. It has its own water resources, hills and jungles, and its own characteristics. I look forward to a veritable fortress in Jiangnan."
Zhong Yao stood up, feeling inexplicably excited, and said sternly: "Your Majesty, please rest assured that I will do my best to govern Liangzhou well. In his position and in his political plans, I will definitely do my best to benefit the country during my term as an official."
Lu Xuan praised: "I believe in you."
His eyes fell on Guan Yu and he praised: "Yun Chang swept Liangzhou and shocked the Western Region, which is very good. There are various small countries in the Western Region, and these areas also have special resources."
"I hope to seize the future Ming Dynasty bit by bit and make it a part of my Ming Dynasty."
"This requires Yunchang's efforts."
Lu Xuanyu said with great emphasis: "The Western Region seems remote, but the Silk Road starts from the Western Region and runs through the West. This is a huge commercial road, so I hope you can build an iron army to conquer the Western Region."
Guan Yu's jujube face was slightly red, his red phoenix eyes were shining, and he said loudly: "Your Majesty, please rest assured, I will definitely live up to your Majesty's high expectations."
"Tap! Tread!!"
There was a sound of rapid footsteps.
A soldier hurried to Guan Yu's side and whispered something.
Then, handed over a thick book.
Guan Yu took it and took a cursory glance. Danfeng's eyes suddenly opened, with a flash of light. He asked the soldiers to retreat, looked at Lu Xuando and said, "Your Majesty, there is news coming from the Western Regions. There is a war in the Western Regions."
