Crowned the New Han Dynasty

Chapter 1019: Classification based on clan, smooth communication based on name

"I came a step too late. Everyone has already left." After learning what happened from the Quyang County Magistrate, Zhang Bin showed regret, "It was a waste of time for me to come here."

These words are not polite words, but true feelings, and you can see the clues from Zhang Duo's expression.

Seeing this scene, the county magistrate took two steps up, and described the situation in detail, Zhang Bin nodded again and again, and from the clues, he caught the public humiliation of the county magistrate.

"Mr. Yang County, you have suffered this time," Zhang Bin comforted, "Mr. Zhao is a military man. There are some things that he cannot understand. He doesn't know how complicated and hard it is to govern a county. He actually did such a thing. , It really shouldn’t be done, I will mention it in front of the commander-in-chief and urge him to correct it in the future.”

Upon hearing this, County Magistrate Yang quickly waved his hands and said: "No need for this, no need for this! I still haven't done enough. We have to strengthen ourselves. We can't bother the commander with everything and distract him." Looking at the anxious expression, there is no trace of it at all. I didn't mean to be fake, I really didn't want Zhang Bin to mention it.

Seeing this, Zhang Bin understood his intention, so he stopped insisting. After a few more words, the county magistrate arranged a house for the uncle and nephew to rest.

Zhang Bin and others came overnight. They were really sleepy, so they took advantage of the opportunity to stay without refusing.

But when they arrived at the place, Zhang Duo breathed a long sigh of relief and said with emotion: "I didn't expect that the commander-in-chief actually personally issued an order for Zhao Lu to release him. It was really unexpected."

"It can be seen that the war in the south is not going well," Zhang Bin narrowed his eyes, "so a little risk in the north is unbearable, so we have to give the Chen family an excuse."

"So it seems that the situation in the north is getting clearer?" Zhang Duo subconsciously looked towards the north as he spoke, "I'm afraid no one can underestimate the power of General Zhengbei, right?"

"Of course," Zhang Bin said, shaking his head, "On the contrary, the situation on the Marshal's side has some problems. As the head of a county, Magistrate Yang is actually very important. Not only because these counties The magistrate has to handle local affairs and maintain the operation of the entire force. Moreover, because the county magistrate has contact with local aristocratic families and protects the local people, it is a position that directly touches the hearts of the people. If the county magistrate is not handled well, the county magistrate will have other ideas, resulting in The impact is very serious.”

Zhang Duo nodded and complained: "It is true. Zhao Lu went too far this time. Not only him, but other Jie people and Huns generals also did not take the county magistrates in their eyes at all, and they often humiliated them and took pleasure in them! Even some county guards, as long as they are from the Han family, are ostracized. Uncle, you will suffer because of this, otherwise you would have the position of county guard." Seeing Zhang Bin shake his head, he immediately changed the subject, "However, that surnamed Yang They are also timid, and my uncle said that he would help them mention it in front of the commander, but this person did not dare to say anything because he also had problems."

"This is exactly the crux of the matter," Zhang Bin shook his head gently, "Magistrate Yang didn't let me say it. Why? It's just that he doesn't have confidence in the commander-in-chief. He feels that even if he tells me, there may not be any improvement. This was leaked to Zhao Lu and allowed him to come to his door again for further humiliation. This shows that in the eyes of the county magistrate, the entire force from top to bottom, from the highest to the lowest, has contempt for officials, and cooperates with it. The suppression of the people of the Han family will not be stable in the long run."

Zhang Duo also nodded, but his mentality is different now. If he had heard this in the past, he would have been worried and thinking about how to persuade him to change the trend. But now he can analyze it objectively and is no longer shocked by honor or disgrace.

The reason lies in his next sentence: "It's just that with this incident, we can't contact the north through Liu Gang. It's a pity..."

"It's useless to think about these things too much. Let's deal with the matters at hand first." Zhang Bin neither warned nor encouraged, his tone was calm, "Any force at any time wants capable people, and now you have the opportunity to do so." If you have an opportunity to develop your abilities, don’t waste the opportunity by thinking about it.”

As soon as Zhang Duo heard this, he understood what he meant and nodded saying he was taught.

Zhang Bin turned his gaze, looked out of the window, toward the northern sky, thoughtful.

A few days later, after a smooth journey, Liu Gang and others followed Wang Gou's carriage and horses and arrived in Youzhou and entered Fanyang County. "I didn't expect the journey to be so smooth." Peng Qi opened the curtains and looked at the group of refugees who were looking at his group from a distance, and couldn't help but mutter.

Wang Gou on the side smiled and said: "It all depends on the prestige of the general. When walking in the north, as long as you wear the banner of the general, you can sleep peacefully. No one dares to do anything!"

"It's all because of the reputation..." Liu Gang couldn't help but sigh with emotion, revealing a look of longing. He has been good at the art of war since he was a child, and he met Chen Zhi because of the art of war. Now he can only deduce the military strategy on paper , but Chen Zhi has personally led thousands of troops and horses to conquer. The gap between them can be described as huge. It is inevitable to envy, admire, and also have a vague expectation.

Peng Qi was more specific. Hearing Wang Gou's words, he couldn't help but ask, "How did brother Chen command the previous battles? The legendary things he did have been spread all over Pengcheng. It’s just that Mr. Storyteller’s words are unavoidably exaggerated, since you’re here, why don’t you just listen to Brother Wang.”

Wang Gou shook his head and said, "It's hard for us to know about the military aircraft and we can't explain it. I hope you'll forgive me. You two can ask questions when you see the general."

Peng Qi couldn't help but feel a little disappointed, but he didn't ask any further questions.

The chariots and horses went on again, and soon heard the sound of "rumbling" outside, Peng Qi hurriedly opened the curtains, and saw a group of riders galloping towards the distant mountains and forests.

Looking at the dust rising in the distance, Peng Qi praised: "What a majestic and mighty warrior. He is galloping at this moment. Could it be that he is practicing?"

Wang Gou also took a look, and said: "It's not a drill, it's the newly formed cavalry team that is suppressing bandits."

"Suppressing bandits?" Liu Gang suddenly became attentive, "Remember when Brother Chen established his foothold in Dai County, he also arranged for manpower to suppress bandits and train troops. Now are you going to follow the same example in Fanyang County?" Seeing Wang Gou's confusion, he explained with a smile, " These things are also the words of the storyteller. I have written them down, and it seems that what they said is true."

"Not only Fanyang County," Wang Gou stretched out his hand to make a gesture, "the entire territory of Youzhou is suppressing bandits. Whether they are in the mountains and forests or hiding in the city, they must be cleared away, leaving a place for the people to live and work in peace and contentment. environment of."

"I see, it's normal to have bandits in the mountains and forests. Why are there hiding in the city?" Peng Qi was a little confused, but he considered himself a layman in the military strategist and didn't think much about it. However, Liu Gang's expression changed slightly, as if he had guessed something.

Wang Gou didn't explain, turned around and urged the carriage to move quickly.

This journey passed through Fanyang County and arrived at Jixian County seven days later.

After receiving the news, Chen Zhi had been waiting outside the city for a long time. When he saw Liu Gang and others, he came forward with joy on his face, followed by a crowd of people.

When Liu Gang, Peng Qi and others got off the carriage and saw such a formation, they were all startled. Only then did they realize the extent of Chen Zhi's current status.

(End of this chapter)