After Yang Qing and Fei Yi left, Sun Quan's face changed and he said seriously: "Zhuge Liang reported the situation of pacifying Nanzhong in his credentials and asked us to evacuate Liu Chan. What do you think?"
Liu Chan was the son of Liu Zhang. After the Nanzhong rebellion, Sun Quan specially appointed him as the governor of Yizhou to station at the junction of Yizhou and Jiaozhou to lure the rebels.
After the alliance between Han and Wu was reestablished, Liu Chan, the governor of Yizhou, was still stationed at the border to observe Zhuge Liang's situation in the south. Now that south China has been determined to return to the territory of the Han Dynasty, Zhuge Liang can finally confidently ask Soochow to take it over. Withdraw, after all, Soochow still retains the governor of Yizhou, which is a deliberate act of antagonism.
After hearing this, the ministers discussed one after another, either saying that since Xi Shu had recovered Nanzhong, it would not make much sense to set up the governor of Yizhou, or that there was no harm in keeping Liu Chan as the governor of Yizhou, in case there was another dispute with Xi Shu in the future. This is a big deal.
Some people also say that Li Hui, the surrendered governor of Western Shu, also led the governor of Jiaozhou. Since Zhuge Liang asked for the dismissal of the governor of Yizhou, we in Soochow should also demand that Western Shu dismiss the governor of Jiaozhou.
Each minister had his own reasons, but Sun Quan hesitated for a moment, then looked at Prime Minister Gu Yong.
Gu Yong took over as prime minister after Sun Shao died of illness last year. Although he served as prime minister for a short period of time, he originally served as Taichang, the head of the Nine Ministers. He had prestige, so he only coughed slightly, and the officials immediately became quiet.
"Your Majesty, I think that under the current situation of peace and stability in South China and the alliance between the two countries, there is no harm in withdrawing Liu Chan. After all, it will be useless for him to stay on the border any longer. It is better to give Zhuge Liang a face to show our favor to Soochow. Sincerity." Gu Yong answered with cupped hands.
Although his voice was not loud, his words were clear. As soon as he finished speaking, many people in the palace immediately echoed his words, but Sun Quan still looked silent and thinking.
Gu Yong looked at it and immediately understood what Sun Quan was thinking. He secretly thought that his lord was really someone who either took advantage or suffered losses, so he continued: "Of course we can't agree so easily as soon as Zhuge Liang opens his mouth. We still have to ask him to abolish the governor of Jiaozhou as well." job."
Sun Quan smiled when he heard this, but the person he relied on most in the Soochow court was not the Prime Minister Gu Yong but the auxiliary general Lu Xun.
Looking at Sun Quan's inquiring eyes, the famous general of Wu said: "Your Majesty, I think the Prime Minister's words are reasonable. The government of Western Shu has been settled. If Liu Chan is retained as the governor of Yizhou, it will be a waste of money and food and an annoyance to Zhuge Liang. , it is no longer beneficial to the overall situation, so it is better to recall Liu Chan to show our intention to consolidate the alliance in Soochow. Of course, it is also appropriate to ask Zhuge Liang to remove the governor of Jiaozhou later. "
Seeing that the two most important ministers under his command had the same idea, Sun Quan finally made up his mind and immediately issued an order: "Forget it, just as the ministers said, we will abolish the post of governor of Yizhou and call Liu Chan back to the capital."
After that, he added: "Liu Chan is the son of Liu Zhang. Although he did not achieve much in his trip to the border area, he still has merit. When he comes back, he must be given a suitable official position, lest anyone say that the lonely bird is dead." Gongzang."
"The grace of the Supreme Being is like heaven, and I am so grateful for it." Everyone stood up and praised.
"Okay, everyone, please sit down." Sun Quan extended his hand to show off his courtesy, and then said: "Prime Minister, I will leave this matter to you, with Xue Zong's assistance."
Xue Zong chose Cao Shangshu to be in charge of the removal and transfer of officials. He was in a low and powerful position. Hearing this, he quickly accepted the order together with Gu Yong.
At present, most official positions in Soochow are inherited from the Han system, but they have their own characteristics based on reality. Over the years, a power center has gradually formed with three official positions: prime minister, Zhongshu, and Shangshu.
Choosing Cao Shangshu is the most prestigious among all Cao Shangshu, and is known as the Great Shangshu. Therefore, even if Prime Minister Gu Yong wants to appoint officials, he must have Xue Zong's cooperation.
After the first matter was settled, Sun Quan continued: "Zhuge Liang also mentioned in his credential that he would open a forecourt on the border between the two countries. What do you think?"
This is a good thing. Almost all the ministers had no objections and expressed their approval. Only a few people were worried about Shu's superior trade status, but these weak objections were quickly drowned in the wave of loud cheers from others.
In the past few years, Ji Han's Shu brocade and tea have been flowing continuously into Wu territory, and are deeply loved by the powerful people of Soochow.
Now wearing beautiful brocade clothes, drinking fried Qing
Tea has become a daily activity for the wealthy families of Soochow, so these ministers are eager to have as many Shu brocades and Shu tea as possible. After all, everyone wants their lives to be more comfortable.
Of course Sun Quan also liked Shu brocade and Shu tea very much, but as the leader of a country, he still cautiously asked Lu Xun: "Bo Yan, what do you think?"
Although the daily affairs of Soochow were still handled by the prime minister, Zhongshu, Shangshu and Jiuqing, military and state affairs were often decided by Lu Xun, the current auxiliary general, and later the generals, generals, and Sima.
Although these important generals often lead troops outside, they still participate in secret affairs. They act as generals when they go out and as prime ministers when they enter. This is the case with Lu Xun now.
Since the battles of Jingzhou and Yiling, Sun Quan's trust in Lu Xun has grown day by day. He must consult with him on major military and state affairs before making decisions. Especially when it comes to matters involving Western Shu, Sun Quan will choose to listen to Lu Xun's opinions.
It is true that Sun Quan likes to be suspicious, but it was mainly in the later stages of his reign that strong outbursts occurred. Now Sun Quan dares to delegate power and trust, which fully reflects his side as a wise monarch.
After the alliance between Han and Wu was reestablished, Sun Quan ordered Lu Xun to correspond with Zhuge Liang on all matters involving Han and Wu. He also carved his own jade seal and placed it in Lu Xun's residence.
Every time Sun Quan wrote letters to Liu Chan or Zhuge Liang, he would first seek Lu Xun's opinion. Documents sent to Shu Han would also be shown to him first. If there was anything wrong, he would let him revise it himself and send it out directly after using his seal.
The mutual trust between the monarch and his ministers reached such a level. Although it is not as good as Liu Bei, Zhuge Liang, and the great example of the emperor and his ministers in ancient and modern times, it is still rare in history, and far beyond the comparison of the likes of Zhao Gou in later generations.
"Your Majesty, I think this is feasible," Lu Xun replied.
He had no opinion on this matter. Although he needed silk brocade and tea from Shu, Shu also needed its own goods, and it would be beneficial for both sides to exchange what they needed.
"Okay, I will let you and the prime minister take the lead on this matter, and work with the chief minister and the young master to deal with it." Sun Quan nodded and said.
The business this time was mainly opened on the Jingyi border between the two families, so it was inseparable from the cooperation of Lu Xun, a Jingzhou herdsman. As for the Shaofu, it was an official office that controlled taxes such as mountains, seas, ponds, and lakes to support royal expenses. The two countries traded goods and made huge profits, so Sun Quan naturally wanted a share of the pie.
"The matters requested by Western Shu have been discussed. All the ministers should leave." Sun Quan waved his hand to disperse the court.
After a pause, he added, "Gu Qing, Lu Qing, and Zhuge Qing will stay with their family." Hearing this, Gu Yong, Lu Xun, and Zhuge Jin stopped and stood where they were, waiting for Sun Quan's instructions.
Although the things that can be brought to the court have been said, there are still things that cannot be made public, which will cause people to talk too much. Sun Quan has to discuss it secretly with his confidants.
