Picked up a copy of Romance of the Three Kingdoms

Chapter 433 Huang Zhong Accompanying
Xiping six years, September

Song Feng resigned and returned to his hometown, and later General Yuan Shu was appointed Jinwu.

Liu Mo discussed with the Son of Heaven the various affairs of the Wa Kingdom. The Son of Heaven did not meet with him in private, but called Cao Cao, Guo Jia, Xun Yu, Xun You, Jia Xu, and Cui Shi, a total of eight people, to discuss important matters in the Hall of Houde. The fact that they were summoned by the emperor proved their status in the emperor's heart. These people were very happy. Of course, there were also Jia Xu who had no choice but to come.

He hadn't stayed in Ningzhou for a few years before he was quickly brought back to the court and served as a Taiwei. He also made contributions in the Xiliang War, followed Duan Jiong and Zhang Wen, and served as a Taiwei It makes sense, but after he took office, he still kept a low profile as usual, sitting among the officials and not participating in any struggles, which made the generals not convinced.

"Mr. Liu, there are three things to keep in mind. One is to avoid war. The navy is less than [-]. Only Dian Wei has more than [-] cavalry, Gongsun Zan has [-], Xu Rong has [-], Dian Wei The soldiers are the original soldiers of Dong Jun. Dian Wei has been fighting with Yizhou for a long time, but Tongshan. Xu Rong's army is Huangfu Song's army. Xu Rong has been a school lieutenant for many years, but he rarely has actual combat."

"Those who can be relied on are Du Lu Fengxian and Taishi Ziyi. These two people have never mobilized their troops and horses, and they have lived in the east for a long time."

"Therefore, do not conquer without authorization"

"Secondly, it is about the safety of the King of Japan. I think that the King of Japan is going there this time, there must be some villains plotting to kill him, and Mr. Liu will definitely protect his safety."

"Thirdly, there are frequent business exchanges between Dongbai and Wa Island, and the waterway should not be damaged. For specific matters, you can discuss with the prefect Liu Xuande. This man is a great talent, and he is a disciple of Sikong Lugong." Cao Cao looked at Liu Mo and explained one by one. , everyone listened patiently. After Cao Cao finished speaking, Xun Yu shook his head and said, "I agree with Cao Cao's words of avoiding war and protecting the Lord, but business matters may not be necessary."

Xun Yu said: "If the King of Wa wants to ascend the throne, it will definitely disturb the situation of Wa Island. For a long time, Wa Island has been exchanging goods for the Han's weapons and food. If the business continues, wouldn't it be the enemy's actions? What's more, the situation is chaotic. , Business is determined, this move is too embarrassing for Mr. Liu."

"What Mr. Xun said is absurd, don't you know that Lu Gong has already said that bartering is not allowed. Now the island countries are all exchanging things for my big man's copper coins, buying things with money, and the big man does not accept Japanese The money made Han money enter the Japanese, and there are many Japanese islands, and they are all traded with Han money. This is Lu Gong’s great strategy. If the business is cut off, wouldn’t it make Lu Gong’s strategy in vain?"

"What's more, the military equipment they bought was eliminated by the Han army. As for the grain and grass, it can't last long. If there is any change, the trade of grain and grass will stop. Mr. Xun doesn't know about farming and mulberry, maybe he doesn't know about these things," Guo Jia said with a smile.

Xun Yu's face turned red with anger. Seeing him like this, Xun You immediately came to his side and pulled his sleeve, lest he get up and fight Guo Jia. Liu Mo didn't speak, thinking about Cao Cao The emperor looked at Jia Xu at the side, frowned, and asked, "What does Master Jia think?"

"Very good, very good."

"Since Master Jia thinks it's very good, how about going there with Jun Liu?" the emperor asked with a smile.

Jia Xu widened his eyes, pondered for a moment, and said: "Your Majesty, I have been thinking for a long time. There are many countries on this Japanese island. If they press down heavily, the captains like Lian Chen will go together. I'm afraid it will make the Japanese The countries of the islands are colluding with each other to resist the king's affairs. If the Japanese king is to ascend the throne, the first thing is not to allow the countries to unite. The minister thinks that Liu Jun will lead 5000 people to go there. "

"After going there, Mr. Liu can divide the hearts of all countries, especially Xiematai and Gounu, and he can branch off with Cao Ang. Let Lu Feng first protect Cao Ang and go to Xiematai. It is inconvenient to stay in Ximatai on the grounds of visiting relatives. , Liu Mo went to the dog slave country, and there is no need to contact Cao Ang, the two are divided."

When Jia Xu spoke, Liu defaulted to listening and nodded from time to time. Xun You frowned tightly. He felt more and more that his status had slipped. Originally, Jia Xu was the only one who could compete with him, but Now, Xun Yu, Guo Jia, Cao Cao and others have come forward one after another, leaving him no place to display his talents, especially Jia Xu, who has been in local politics for a long time and has already left himself far away.

The rest of the newcomers looked at Jia Xu in shock. They did not expect that this minister, who was always low-key and never spoke like Cui Shi, would have such a talent. Only Cui Xu was the only one who was not unusual. Hey, after Jia Xu finished speaking, this Situ gradually opened his eyes, and said a little not soberly:
"I heard that Liu Jun is from Dongyi, and the fish and shrimps in Dongyi are very delicious. When you go to Wa Island, you can bring some fish and shrimps, and pay respects to the kings one by one as a gift. In addition, if you want to bring me some back, I will give you some in advance." Qian, when you come back, don’t forget.” Cui Shi said, narrowing his eyes again, everyone didn’t understand what he meant for a moment, Jia Xu moved the corner of his mouth.

Liu Mo looked excited, and when he talked about the fish and shrimps in Dongyi, he suddenly regained his energy, nodded, and said, "I will never forget the words of Lord Situ. When I come back, I will definitely bring them to Lord Situ." ! We are there”

"Wait a minute!" Cao Cao said, looked at Liu Mo, and asked, "Your trip must be accompanied by someone, I wonder who is your favorite?"

"Can Huang Zhonghou?"

"can."

In the end, things were decided like this.

Everyone left the palace, but Xun You was left behind.

Walking out of the palace, Jia Xu felt a little helpless on his face. He was very envious of those old ministers who returned home and ignored government affairs. He also wanted to do that. My temper is even more violent than that of Emperor Xiaokang, but I am only in my forties this year! !How many years will I have to suffer in this temple! !

"Oh, if I hadn't made any suggestions in that Guzang County, I wouldn't have the troubles I have today."

After the emperor sent the officials away, he ordered Xun You to rest outside the hall, and ordered the Han gatekeeper Liu An to call over. Liu An will soon go to the Wa Kingdom and become the King of the Wa. The Emperor has to comfort him. After all, his fief It's too far away, and this trip is not risky. Compared with Liu Xie's King Chen Liu, his fiefdom is really unbearable. If he is not appeased in a barbaric land, the emperor's plans may all come to naught.

Liu An came and bowed to the emperor.

"Meet Your Majesty!"

"Sanlang is here? Come, sit down." The little fat man said with a smile, listening to the emperor's kind words, Liu An was no longer so nervous, and sat in front of the emperor. It seems that these days, he is not living well. Well, his face is a little pale, and he has lost some weight. Of the three sons of Emperor Xiaokang, only Liu Bian and Liu An are the most similar to him, and Liu Xie is a similar mother.

"Sanlang, I see that you look bad, why, don't you want to go to Wa Island?"

"no."

The Son of Heaven was dealing with the above notes on the case, and complained: "Look, there is another disaster in Youzhou. Oh, I really can't relax for a while." He sighed, looked at Liu An, and his face gradually became solemn When he got up, he asked: "Sanlang, I know that you must be unhappy if I let you go to the Wa Kingdom. Do you know why Liu Xie was sent to Chenliu? Are you going to Wa Island?"

Liu An felt a little bitter in his heart, of course he knew it, because the Son of Heaven and Liu Xie were siblings of the same mother.

However, he couldn't say this.

The Son of Heaven said: "You are thinking that Erlang and my mother are compatriots, but you are not, is that so?"

Liu An suddenly raised his head, his face darkened, but he didn't answer.

"You are wrong. You and I are both the sons of my father. What's more, you grew up with your mother since you were young. I love Erlang and you equally. The reason why I let you go to the Wa country is because you and my mother I am the same, class father!"

As soon as he said this, Liu An seemed a little panicked, and said, "Minister", the little fat man waved his hand to interrupt him, and said, "Don't be afraid, I mean, Emperor Xiaokang is an unworldly king, you and My father is similar, courageous and capable, Erlang is not as good as you in this regard, I sent you to the country of Wa, and I want you to be able to stabilize the country of Wa, so that the big man can completely solve the worries in the Northeast."

"Besides you and Erlang, I don't have anyone I can trust."

As the Son of Heaven said, Liu An gradually calmed down, the fear on his face was gone, but there was some excitement. The two brothers chatted for a long time, and the little fat man bid farewell to Liu An, and ordered Liu An to go on a trip After he left, Xun You walked in, a little puzzled, he didn't know why the emperor left him alone, and the two sat facing each other.

"Master." The Son of Heaven said, "I sent Sanlang to Wa Island, but I wanted a Prime Minister who could handle the important affairs of Wa Island. In this temple, the only person I can trust is Master. If you don’t surrender to me, I will take it seriously, but Master treats me as before, I am very happy, I don’t know if Master can relieve my worries. Go to Japan?”

Xun You didn't know how to answer for a moment, thought for a while, and said, "I will live up to your Majesty's expectations!"

"Master, please don't say such words. Sanlang has been at odds with me since he was a child. Master must be optimistic about Sanlang and not let him make big mistakes. Otherwise, I don't know what to do. After all, he is It's my brother. As for the matter of the Wa Kingdom, Master will obey Liu Mo for the time being, and when the matter is settled, Master will govern the Wa Kingdom with the talents of the Master, and I will have no worries!!"

Xun You thought in his heart that Jia Xu's ability has continued to improve after he governed abroad, and now he has left him behind. With Xun Yu and Guo Jia in the court, he has no way to use his ability. If he can go to Japan, It may not be a good time to display his talents and learning. Thinking of this, he nodded heavily and said: "The minister takes orders!"

With tears in his eyes, the little fat man took Xun You's hand.

"I and the king are the story of Taizu and Liuhou!"

At this time, Huang Zhong also came to Liu Mo's courtyard.

"Liu Jun, you live here?"

Huang Zhong stared wide-eyed, looking at the scenery of this farmhouse, he felt a little unbelievable, how could the royal censor of a country live in such a place?He hasn't retired yet!Liu Mo approached enthusiastically, invited him in, and hastily closed the door, saying, "Huang Jun, don't look at the simplicity of my mansion, the beauty of it is beyond words."

Huang Zhong walked in, looked at the chickens that were being pecked, laughed, and said, "No wonder they call you "the censor of catching chickens", but now it seems that it is so!" Liu Mo smiled, He didn't say much, but someone suddenly said: "Is this the Marquis of Huang Zhong who is called "General Wugong"? I heard that General Huang is brave and defeated thousands of enemies in his life. He is the Marquis of the Northern Army!"

Huang Zhong was furious, turned his head to look, but saw half of the big boys talking angrily, Liu Mo was shocked, stepped forward quickly, stopped in front of him, and said with a smile: "He is still young, If you don’t know what’s going on, don’t be angry, the general.” After Huang Zhong served as a lieutenant in the Yangzhou Navy, he has never had a war. The biggest battle was to help the south fight Chenla, and thousands of people were arrested in Chenla.

Therefore, many people say that Huang Zhong lives in the top position without merit.

Huang Zhong stared at the boy for a long time before he asked, "Is this your son?"

"No, but"

"I'm called Zhuge Liang, and I'm the master's disciple!" Zhuge Liang raised his head and said, Liu Mo's eyes widened, he was at a loss.

Huang Zhong grinned and said, "Yes, I have a son who is older than you, but not as clever as you." Seeing that Huang Zhong didn't blame him, Liu Mo let out a sigh of relief. Thinking, if Huang Zhong wanted to beat Zhuge Liang, where should I take Zhuge Liang to go? He pulled Huang Zhong with a smile, sat on the mat, and started to get busy.

Huang Zhong looked at Liu Mo, who was busy in the distance, and asked, "The emperor ordered me to go to Wa Island with you. I don't know when we will leave?"

"Just in the past few days, I will be escorted by General Lao for this silent speech. I hope the general will forgive me, forgive me."

"I don't know...why do you want me to go with you?"

"I'm in the temple, and I don't have any friends. I only have General Consciousness... I have General Lao." Liu Mo replied with a smile while slaughtering a chicken.

Huang Zhong shook his head and said: "I'm fine, but you just came back from the southwest like this, and you are in a hurry to go to the country of Wa, so you can see how anxious you are to make contributions." Zhuge Liang snorted coldly, and said: "General, look at this courtyard. Master, do you have the slightest desire for wealth and honor? All the officials are mediocre, so the master is so busy, why does the general speak like that?"

"Okay, don't say any more. Just wait, general. My food is still very delicious."

"A gentleman stays away from the kitchen, Mr. Liu should hire some house slaves"

"Hahaha~~~I'm a barbarian, how dare I call myself a gentleman?"

"The house slave's cooking is not as delicious as mine, the general will know later." Liu Mo wiped the sweat from his forehead and said with a smile.

Huang Zhong looked at Liu Mo, who was busy in front of him, and said nothing, but his heart was a little complicated.

Is this person really as unbearable as Sun Wentai said?
(End of this chapter)