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"How is the situation in Nanyang?" Zhou Zhong quickly asked a question.

Yang Biao smiled.

Zhou Zhong is a smart man, and he grasped the essence of the problem at once.

"Nanyang's opposition to Dutian is very loud, and Zhang Ji and Ding Chong can't suppress it. The emperor is investigating. People who have recently returned from Nanyang usually have special inquiries, and some are brought in front of the emperor. The emperor himself Inquire about the situation in Nanyang."

"Are there many people coming back from Nanyang?"

"Many, not only the people who fled to Nanyang, but also the people who were originally from Nanyang. They heard that Guanzhong saves the fields, the tiller gets food, and the weaver gets clothes, so they asked to move to Guanzhong."

Yang Biao took a sip of his wine and said, "There are still some businessmen who want to move to Guanzhong, but the imperial court has stricter restrictions, so they can't just come here if they want."

"The imperial court...restricts those who want to move to Guanzhong?" Zhou Zhong wondered if he heard it wrong.

After Dong Zhuo, Li Jue and others made disasters, none of the ten households in Guanzhong remained. Even if tens of thousands of households were moved from Liangzhou, it was still a drop in the bucket.

Even including the Qiang people, the total population of Liangzhou is only 30. Those who are willing to abandon their family business and leave their hometown are those who are too poor to have a foothold.With the stability of Liangzhou and the resumption of commercial routes in the Western Regions, the local people can live well, so why move to Guanzhong.

Under such circumstances, shouldn't Guanzhong warmly welcome those who want to move here?

"Can't figure it out?" Yang Biao smiled slightly. "I can't figure it out either, but the Son of Heaven said that it is better to flood a rock with a flood than a dripping water. I think it makes sense, so I might as well read it for a while."

Zhou Zhong nodded.

The emperor is not in a hurry for success, which is of course a good thing.

"How can I meet the Son of Heaven?"

"If you are in a hurry, you can go out of the city. If you are not in Taixue, you can go to the lecture hall. The lecture hall was built on the former site of Afang Palace, so it is easy to find. If you are not in a hurry, you might as well rest for two days. The day after tomorrow is the court meeting, and the emperor should be there Go back to the palace."

Zhou Zhong thought about it. "I'd better go out of the city. Although it's not bad for a day or two, I've been delayed for too long. It's better to report earlier."

Yang Biao agreed.

Zhou Zhong then asked about Zhang Xi's afterlife.

Yang Biao pondered for a moment, and said to Zhou Zhong that Zhang Xi finally died in Yuan Shao's camp, and no one could testify how he died.This is unclear, and his biography cannot be written.There is no way to write a biography, and there is no law about asking for a posthumous posthumous title.

The current opinion is to wait for Liu Bei to enter the court.A general beside Liu Bei named Chen Dao, who used to be Zhang Xi's attendant, may know something and help solve the mystery.

Zhou Zhong was very surprised.

In March, when he was still in Kuaiji, he heard that Liu Bei was going to enter the court. Why hasn't Liu Bei arrived yet?

"Liu Bei was delayed." Yang Biao said: "After Yuan Shao withdrew to Jizhou, he sent Yuan Xi to Qingzhou. There were signs of aggressiveness in Langya, so Liu Bei had to lead his troops into Langya. The situation in Langya is more complicated, and he may not be able to escape for a while. .”

"Is it related to Dutian?"

"Maybe there is. But it didn't mention it in the official document. It only said that Zang Ba, Sun Guan and others extorted money to prepare for the war. In Yurou Township, it aroused public anger."

"Does the court have any plans to send troops?"

"Not yet. The emperor sent two military advisers to assist Liu Bei in the battle. There is no shortage of troops under Liu Bei's command. As long as there are suitable military advisers to assist, the problem should be solved soon." Yang Biao said with a smile: "This is also the Prepare for Liu Bei's expedition to Liaodong in the future."

"Who has such a strong ability to use troops? Jia Wenhe's disciple?"

"Not all of them. There is a loose rider next to the emperor, called Fazheng." Yang Biao smiled. "I probably want to see Liu Bei's ability. After all, he will take on the task of recovering Liaodong, North Korea, and even going east to Japan. He is too weak."

Zhou Zhong frowned.

The emperor paid more attention to Liu Bei than he imagined, and he didn't know whether it was a disaster or a blessing.It's nothing more than recovering Liaodong and North Korea. Isn't it a bit militaristic to go east to Japan?

"The world is initially settled, so you want to conquer the outside world, isn't it too hasty?"

"I'm also worried about this. Fortunately, the emperor only inspected Liu Bei's ability, and didn't let him immediately enter the Japanese kingdom. It's okay to make preparations."

Chapter 699 Divide and Conquer

Sitting on the horseback, Liu Xie narrowed his eyes as he watched Shuqi approaching slowly in the distance.

Sun Ce and Zhou Yu finally came.

But he has no expectations.

He knew very well that the belated Sun Ce and Zhou Yu were not the Sun Lang and Zhou Lang he had imagined, but two very realistic characters.Once they take off the filter of fans, they are no better than ordinary people.

They might still have a chance to shine, but that chance is in his hands.

Choice is more important than effort, and they just made the wrong choice.

If three years ago, when he asked Zhou Zhong to call them for the first time, they would have been recruited, and now they should be all important generals.

this is life.

Now or never.

Three years later, the situation is very different, and no one can tell whether their talents will have a chance to be used.

"Your Majesty." Ma Yunlu reminded softly.

Liu Xie came back to his senses and turned to look at Ma Yunlu. "Tell Zhao Yun and Lu Su to come."

Ma Yunlu froze for a moment. "Do you want a martial arts contest? A concubine is fine."

Liu Xie laughed dumbly and shook his head. "They are not worthy. Besides, you are a noble person now, and they dare not let go of a fight. Even if they win, it will only be regarded as politeness, and they will not show their true skills."

Ma Yunlu pouted.Although she has been mentally prepared, she is still a bit lonely as a master now, no one dares to compete with her in martial arts anymore, she can only play games with Lu Xiaohuan and other female riders.

Sure enough, there are gains and losses.

Ma Yunlu turned around and ordered, and the two female knights responded and ran away separately.

Not long after, Zhou Zhong and others came to Sun Ce.

Liu Xieduan sat on the horseback and bowed slightly to Zhou Zhong. "Zhou Qing has worked hard."

Zhou Zhongzheng was struggling with how to explain when he saw the emperor. Seeing that the emperor took the initiative to greet him, he was very grateful, and quickly returned the gift, and introduced everyone to Liu Xie.

Sun Ce and Zhou Yu stepped forward one after the other and bowed to Liu Xie.

Liu Xie didn't move at all, and nodded indifferently. Only when Yu Fan was introduced, did he lift his spirits and look Yu Fan over his eyes.

"I heard that the master is not only good at learning, but also has two extraordinary skills. One is good at using spears, and the other is proficient in magic. He can travel two hundred miles a day, but is it true?"

Yu Fan said proudly, "It's just as Your Majesty said."

Liu Xie nodded. "You don't need to try your spear skills. There are many spear masters around me, and your spear skills will definitely not be stronger than them. I want to see your magic movement skills, can you?"

Yu Fan frowned, and then said: "Although my miraculous skills are wonderful, they are not as good as my Yi Xue. I passed on the Yi to the fifth generation, and the Yi Xue is very different from the Central Plains. If your Majesty wants the best, it is better to discuss Yi Xue with my minister."

Liu Xie smiled. "There is plenty of time on the road. You have worked so hard from afar, and I am afraid that your physical strength is insufficient. Do you want to rest for a few days and try again?"

Yu Fan was stunned, and Zhou Zhong and others were also stunned.

Listening to what Liu Xie meant, not only did he want to see Yu Fan's magical skills, but he also wanted to verify it himself, and discuss Yi Xue with Yu Fan on the way?

"Is there a problem?" Liu Xie asked with a little puzzlement.

Zhou Zhong hurried forward. "Your Majesty, I think that His Majesty manages a lot of things every day, and it seems that there is no need to personally..."

Liu Xie shook his head and interrupted Zhou Zhong. "I've seen too many famous people who talk too much, and most of them are disappointing. It's rare to see a person with true temperament, and I really want to get close."

Zhou Zhong wanted to persuade him again, but Yu Fan said: "Since this is the case, I would rather be respectful than obedient. It's still early, and I should be able to walk two hundred miles before sunset. I should prepare now."

Satisfied, Liu Xie turned to look at Sun Ce.

"I heard that when you met Zhang Zigang, you had the ambition of Huanwen, do you still have it now?"

A hint of surprise appeared in Sun Ce's eyes.

Many people know about his meeting with Zhang Hong, and it is not a secret, but the emperor can know that he has the ambitions of Qi Huan and Jin Wen, which shows that he is no stranger to him, and it is likely that he sent someone to collect information related to him. Information.

This was nothing at all, but considering that three years ago, when the Son of Heaven deliberately recruited him for the first time, he had just escaped from the control of Li Jue and Guo Si, it was a bit weird.

He didn't feel that under the circumstances at that time, the emperor still cared about him.

So, how did the Son of Heaven know it?

Sun Ce thought about it quickly, then cupped his hands and said, "Your Majesty, I lost my father when I was young, and I haven't received any education. Apart from being good at martial arts, I don't have any knowledge or moral skills. Now the world is peaceful, the great Han is revived, and I want to be your majesty." Effectiveness is not available. If you can gain His Majesty's trust, Huan Wen's ambition is not to be expected, but he will be a general of 1 people."

"Although Qing is young, his ambition is commendable." Liu Xie smiled calmly. "Although the world is initially settled, the four barbarians are not yet leveled. There are arrangements in the northwest and northeast, but there are no suitable candidates for the southeast and southwest. If you have the heart, ten thousand people will have nothing to do. You should ride the long wind and break the thousands of miles of waves. read."

Sun Ce let out a sigh of relief, overjoyed.

He didn't expect that the emperor would give him a heavy responsibility as soon as he met, and it went much smoother than he imagined.

Liu Xie turned to look at Zhou Yu. "Are you also interested in conquest?"

Zhou Yu took a step forward calmly. "I have little knowledge and little morals, and I have no ambitions. I have been wrongly loved by Your Majesty, and I am willing to serve Your Majesty. As for the official position, I have nothing to worry about, only what Your Majesty wishes."

Sun Ce's brows trembled slightly, and then he regained his composure, even a little relieved.

Zhou Yu's background was different from his, and he was supported by an elder like Zhou Zhong, so he didn't have to fight for military exploits like he did.

The imperial court is also afraid of them, and it is unlikely that they will be allowed to fight side by side. Divide and rule is the most likely result.

Liu Xie nodded. "There will be two people coming later. One is Zhao Yun, the left governor of the scattered cavalry, and the other is Lu Su, the servant. They are both masters around me. You choose one to be your opponent, try your martial arts, discuss the art of war, and then talk about it."

Zhou Yu and Sun Ce said in unison, "Wei."

They heard from Zhou Zhong on the way that the emperor is not easy to trust people, but he will go through some form of consideration when he is hired.For generals like them, martial arts and art of war are compulsory.

Not long after, both Zhao Yun and Lu Su rushed over.

Seeing Zhou Yu, Lu Su laughed loudly, strode towards him, and held Zhou Yu's arm tightly. "Gongjin, why are you here now?"

Zhou Yu looked at Lu Su with a calm face, but was extremely surprised in his heart.

He knew that although Lu Su was bold, he was not a presumptuous person. He was so ostentatious in front of the emperor. Was it because the emperor was like this, or was it because Lu Su was trusted by the emperor that he didn't have to be restrained?

"Zijing only said that he was burying his hometown, but he didn't say that he would come to meet the saint. I was looking forward to it in Jiangdong, how did I know that we would not see each other until here?"

Lu Su laughed out loud. "No matter what, you and I will meet again after all. How about, try your skills and see if you have improved beyond the difference?"

"I can't ask for it." Zhou Yu readily agreed, turned around and asked Liu Xie for instructions, then took off his coat, revealing the warrior uniform inside, and took a long sword from the saddle.

There was a slight smile on the corner of Liu Xie's mouth.

This is a bit like Zhou Yu in the history books. He can't let go of his demeanor wherever he goes, and still retains the habit of using a sword.

Chapter 700

As the saying goes, the sword is a gentleman's weapon.

In addition to being a weapon, the sword also has the function of a sacrificial vessel.In the pre-Qin period, everyone would wear a sword regardless of literature or martial arts.After the Qin and Han Dynasties, the sword gradually left the battlefield, and the sacrificial weapon played a greater role. It was no longer a weapon of self-defense, but became a symbol of status.

Especially those children of aristocratic families and scholars who care about their status.

No matter how good your martial arts are, you must wear a gorgeous sword to show that you abide by ancient etiquette and are different from ordinary people.Even above the court hall, a wooden sword must be worn to conform to etiquette.

Liu Xie was very disapproving of this.

A group of scholars who couldn't draw a bow, couldn't see blood, and their legs trembled when they saw a war horse, even if they were covered with swords, it was useless.

He has never had a good impression of this kind of superficial writing, and regards it as one of the ideological diseases that must be eliminated.

Zhou Yu's sword is obviously not just a decoration, but to be honest, Liu Xie doesn't believe how high his martial arts are.

Of course, martial arts must be passed on, but more importantly, persistent hard training, especially confrontational training.

Practicing martial arts alone can easily turn into practicing dance.

Zhou Yu's operation is very chic, but Liu Xie, who insists on practicing martial arts every day, can see at a glance that although his martial arts cannot be said to be flashy, his fighting power is definitely not as good as Lu Su's.

After Lu Su entered the court, he was accompanied by masters every day and had enough time to practice. He has made great progress and is enough to become a first-class master.

He took the initiative to invite Zhou Yu to fight, perhaps because he knew the depth of Zhou Yu's martial arts, and he was definitely not Zhao Yun's opponent.By fighting on your own, you can control the rhythm to some extent and save some face for Zhou Yu.

Liu Xie wanted to see how Lu Su would save face for Zhou Yu.

If Lu Su faked the match in front of him, there would be a problem.

Lu Su pulled out his four-foot-long saber and made a fool of himself. "Gongjin, my saber is a war saber made by the Iron Officer of Hedong. It is four feet long and weighs four catties and seven taels. It is much heavier and tougher than your sword."

Zhou Yu held the sword in one hand and put it in a stance. "Zijing, my sword is also made by a famous Jiangdong craftsman. It is a real hundred-refined weapon. It is four feet three inches long, longer than ordinary swords, and weighs two catties and one tael."

When Zhou Yu drew his sword, Liu Xie noticed that his sword was longer than ordinary swords.It's not a big deal, Zhou Yu is more than eight feet tall, a head taller than normal, so there is no problem with a sword that is a few inches long.

But the longer the sword, the harder it is to counterweight, and most of the weight is on the counterweight, which requires more arm strength.With the length of Zhou Yu's sword, two catties and one tael are obviously light.

This shows that Zhou Yu's sword is not a battle sword, and has more elements of etiquette, so the requirements for balance are not high.

Using such a sword to compete in martial arts, if the martial arts has the advantage of crushing, of course there is no problem.But if they are evenly matched, or even inferior in skills, then it will be difficult.