Three Kingdoms: Cao Cao is stunned when he reveals his time-traveling identity.

After saying this, Su Chen could clearly see the resentment and anger filling Guo Jia's eyes.

What is meant by "poor family background"?

Guo Jia gave a wry smile and slowly sat down.

Raising his glass, he asked and answered himself:

"Those from humble backgrounds are those who have little chance of rising in this chaotic world!"

"Even those from humble backgrounds were once members of aristocratic families and enjoyed the glory of their ancestors."

"But now, they are no different from ordinary people."

"They're all just people who can be slaughtered in chaotic times!"

Su Chen agreed with Guo Jia's words.

He had met all the poor families who had come to him before.

Why do they come to seek help? Most of them are desperate because they have nowhere else to turn!

For those from poor families to rise above their circumstances is as difficult as climbing to heaven.

"In the early years, the gentry, relatives of the emperor, and eunuchs fought each other."

"It is difficult for ordinary people from poor families to rise above their circumstances."

"Now, however, the conflict has shifted to the gentry and the feudal lords."

"For ordinary people from poor families, just surviving is a problem."

Guo Jia drank the wine in the bowl in one gulp again.

I've lost count of how many cups this is.

Su Chen looked at Guo Jia and couldn't help but sigh softly:

"My original intention was not to seek fame and fortune in this chaotic world."

"Furthermore, I am unwilling to engage in power struggles with aristocratic families."

"I only wish to spend the rest of my life peacefully in Yingchuan."

"But nowadays, those from poor families will never have a chance to rise above their circumstances."

"It is common for people recommended by aristocratic families to be neither talented nor virtuous."

"If this situation cannot be changed, even if dynasties change, the current state of affairs will still remain the same!"

After saying this, Guo Jia clenched his fists, as if a thousand emotions were about to burst forth.

"We are both from humble backgrounds, that's why I'm saying these things to you."

Immediately afterwards, Guo Jia gazed at the stars in the dark night and continued in a deep voice:

"My decision to follow Sikong is precisely to change this situation."

"It was Sikong who proposed the idea of ​​appointing the virtuous and capable, and selecting people based solely on their talent."

"Let scholars from humble backgrounds also have a chance to succeed!"

"I don't want high-ranking positions or generous salaries, nor do I need any special treatment."

"My only wish is to change the monopoly held by the aristocratic class in the world today!"

"This place is the one I chose because I don't want to forget my original aspirations."

"Jingming, do you understand?"

Upon hearing Guo Jia's words, Su Chen was filled with a myriad of thoughts.

For a moment, I didn't know what to say.

These were clearly Guo Jia's heartfelt words.

Su Chen never expected that Guo Jia was thinking this way.

Historical records document Guo Jia's eventful but short-lived life.

However, these are not recorded.

"I understand."

Su Chen slowly stood up and drank the wine in his bowl in one gulp.

However, it would be extremely difficult to realize Guo Jia's idea.

Even after a thousand years, this situation was finally completely changed.

Even after the Three Kingdoms period ended, the Jin Dynasty followed.

There are also the Tang, Song, Yuan, Ming, and Qing dynasties.

The monopoly of the aristocratic class still existed.

Although it is somewhat more restrained than it is now, the aristocratic families still occupy a dominant position.

The talent they send out will be given priority in selection.

This is something that is difficult to change.

Those from humble backgrounds are destined to remain humble.

Without exceptional talent, it's difficult to get ahead.

However, even though Su Chen knew this cruel truth, he was unwilling to tell it.

If Guo Jia knew about these things, no one knows what he would think.

"good!"

"Jingming, now in the camp, only you and I are truly from humble backgrounds."

"At present, even with the efforts of the Minister of Works, it is still impossible to change the situation of the monopoly of the aristocratic families."

"We must support each other!"

"I, Guo Fengxiao, hereby solemnly swear!"

Guo Jia patted Su Chen on the shoulder, his eyes filled with excitement.

Su Chen was momentarily stunned when Guo Jia suddenly said that.

He really didn't know why Guo Jia would suddenly say such a thing.

I have only known Guo Jia for a short time.

Guo Jia saw through Su Chen's thoughts and smiled slightly:

"We haven't known each other for very long."

"But after you joined the camp, Jingming, I kept a close eye on you."

"It wasn't until the last recruitment that I made up my mind to do this."

"I am willing to stand with you through thick and thin!"

Upon hearing this, Su Chen suddenly realized what was going on.

Guo Jia continued:

"In fact, when Sikong summoned the entire Xudu to promote a culture of frugality..."

"We also considered using this opportunity to recruit talented individuals from underprivileged backgrounds."

"This is an opportunity to test the aristocratic families."

"However, you also saw the reactions of Xun Yu, Xun You, Zhong Yao, and others."

"They are not unaware of Sikong's implied meaning."

"It's not that they're unwilling to understand, but rather that they're unwilling to do it!"

"In their eyes, the current situation is the best possible outcome."

"Those from humble backgrounds will never have the motivation to rival the aristocratic families!"

Guo Jia sighed deeply and continued:

"If it weren't for your plan, this whole affair would have been a complete failure."

"Through this recruitment drive, a large number of talented individuals have emerged in our camp."

"It is indeed due to the environment that it is difficult for outstanding talents to emerge from poor families."

"But there are also gifted individuals who should not be overlooked."

"Your actions have given these talented individuals a tremendous opportunity!"

The more Guo Jia spoke, the more excited he became.

He gripped Su Chen's hand tightly and said in a deep voice:

"Guo Fengxiao, on behalf of these talented individuals from humble backgrounds, expresses his gratitude to Jingming!"

After saying this, he was about to bow in respect!

Su Chen hurriedly stepped forward to help him up, and said:

"Whether from humble or noble families."

"In my eyes, or rather, in Sikong's eyes."

"As long as one has talent, one should be promoted based solely on merit."

"Brother Fengxiao, there's no need for formalities or thanks."

"I just did what I was supposed to do."

That's true.

But in reality, Su Chen didn't think that much about it.

It can only be said that modern thinking has given these outstanding individuals from humble backgrounds an opportunity.

According to Su Chen's idea, this should have been an unchanging and natural thing.

But in today's world, it is a rare and precious idea.

But now Su Chen finally understood.

Why would Guo Jia specifically come to invite me to drink this bowl of wine?

Why would he make a solemn vow and say something that surprised Su Chen so much?

It turns out, everything was because of this.

"Alright, let's not talk about this anymore."

Su Chen waved his hand and said:

"Let's drink! Let's drink!"

Guo Jia also laughed heartily:

"That's right, let's drink!"

Su Chen looked at Guo Jia, his mind filled with a myriad of thoughts.

With Guo Jia's strong support, it was as if he had found a reliable person.

If we can find a way to save Guo Jia's life after the Battle of Guandu.

Then he can definitely become the most reliable person for me.

Guo Jia's talent and the high level of trust he enjoyed go without saying.

Su Chen was ultimately alone and outnumbered.

There are still countless tough battles to fight in the future.

These aristocratic families might not heed his advice.

With Guo Jia's assistance, the results will surely be twice as good with half the effort.

Just as the two were chatting and laughing.

"Knock knock knock!"

Suddenly there was a knock on the door.

Immediately afterwards, Xu Huang strode over, carrying a black wine jar.

"Sir, I've finally found it!"

"This jar is truly amazing!"

"It's not opened yet, but it already has a faint, mellow aroma!"

Upon hearing this, Guo Jia also exclaimed in surprise:

"Truly delicious!"

"Jingming, is this the fine wine you spoke of in this jar?"

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