Yinglong was also very convinced by Liu Zhaoqing's magical metaphor, but it was indeed the case. After a hum, Yinglong said that he wanted to continue resting and recovering.
Just at this time the carriage stopped again. After Liu Zhaoqing walked out, he went into the mansion.
However, he still couldn't go to rest and sleep. After walking a few steps in the mansion, Liu Zhaoqing heard a sharp bird cry above his head.
When I looked up, I saw a small black dot coming from a distance.
The sound was the cry of a falcon, and the direction from which the falcon was coming was directly north.
Staying in place, the falcon quickly landed and landed steadily on the branch of a small tree beside it. Its sharp claws tightly grasped the branch. The whole branch shook a few times, and after a few green leaves fell, it stabilized.
Liu Zhaoqing took out the letter from the small tube tied to the falcon's leg and quickly opened it. What he saw was not Liu Yu's handwriting, but a gentle and elegant handwriting.
This is the reply letter written by Lv Hong.
Liu Zhaoqing immediately understood that Liu Yu had probably contacted Lu Hong directly and asked Lu Hong to write a reply personally to reassure Liu Zhaoqing.
Since Lu Hong was able to reply, it definitely means that she is fine now.
The content of the letter also confirms this.
After reading it once, Liu Zhaoqing felt relieved, but new doubts gradually arose.
"What on earth does Lu Bu want to do..."
There would be nothing wrong if Lu Bu realized that he could not become someone else's tool and had to control his own destiny.
But taking the initiative to send the emperor to her, and not taking the opportunity to take her beloved sister away, this would not be of any benefit to her own development, right?
If she really did the latter, it might be harmful, such as causing hostility from Liu Zhaoqing.
But no matter whether it was Lu Bu's obsession or her personality, Liu Zhaoqing didn't think she would be afraid of being hostile to him.
Could it be that Lu Bu suddenly felt that he had made too many mistakes and now started to do good deeds to redeem himself?
That's even more ridiculous.
After thinking about it, Liu Zhaoqing still couldn't figure out anything, so he put away the letter, asked someone to take the falcon back to its original place to feed it, and then he returned to another room.
Sitting at the desk, Liu Zhaoqing asked his servants to ask Tian Feng for some advice or letters about the prefects of Jizhou counties.
He has not yet obtained information about all the prefects in Jizhou. Although such matters are usually left to his staff, he, as the lord, must also know the general situation.
Don’t let someone rebel and ask stupidly, “Which prefect is this?” That would be a bit embarrassing, just like Han Fu before.
While waiting for the information to be delivered, Liu Zhaoqing remembered that there were still many things he had forgotten to ask Yinglong.
For example, why Luoshu has that kind of space, and what exactly the "spirit" of Luoshu asked him to save the people and what he was looking for.
Since the woman with her eyes closed wouldn't say anything, Liu Zhaoqing could only look for the answer from Yinglong.
Although this real dragon was somewhat cold towards him, the knowledge it possessed was beyond the reach of mortals like Liu Zhaoqing.
It would be most appropriate for it to occasionally serve as an encyclopedia.
Unless you are annoying people with your questions, I will almost always answer your questions, and I don't charge any fees.
Very conscientious.
After calling Yinglong several times in his heart but seeing no response, Liu Zhaoqing realized that Yinglong had really gone to rest.
It had also expended a considerable amount of energy in the previous battle, and Liu Zhaoqing was gradually feeling tired.
Before he knew it, he lay down on the table and fell asleep.
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Perhaps it was because he was too tired, or perhaps it was because Luo Shu had also consumed a lot of energy in the previous battle, Liu Zhaoqing did not enter Luo Shu's strange space when he fell asleep this time.
When he opened his eyes again, he saw a hazy figure sitting in front of him.
Why is Jiao'er here?
"How did you come?"
Before the other party could speak, Liu Zhaoqing hissed and pressed his right arm with his left hand.
"Why is my back so sore... Is that move such a serious side effect..."
"You happen to be here. If you can rub my shoulders for me, I should be able to recover quickly. How about that? There's a reward..."
As he spoke, he looked up, and as his vision gradually became clearer, the other person's figure gradually solidified in his field of vision.
The smile on Liu Zhaoqing's face gradually disappeared. He didn't expect that the person sitting opposite him was not Jiao'er, but Xun Yu.
"Ah... Wen Ruo?"
"Yes...it's me." Xun Yu nodded.
For different reasons, the two of them were inexplicably silent for a while.
In the end, it was Xun Yu who spoke.
"I... am here to remind Zhao Qing as Xiao and Wen He asked me to do. Now is the time to consider taking over Jizhou."
Chapter 347 Xun Yu rubs shoulders, Jizhou's hidden disease 4.3K
Miss Xun is indeed a talented person with extremely high qualities.
The direct and seamless transition into the main topic made Liu Zhaoqing's embarrassment of mistaking someone for someone else gradually disappear.
In this case, Liu Zhaoqing must of course be sensible and pretend that what happened just now did not happen.
Even with Xun Yu's wisdom and vision, it was impossible for him not to see that he had just woken up and was talking nonsense.
"Fengxiao and Wenhe... haven't they rested yet?" Liu Zhaoqing asked first.
"They have to finish what they need to do before they rest." Xun Yu said, and then looked at the pile of books on Liu Zhaoqing's desk. "I came here because I heard that Zhaoqing had already rested."
"When I came here, I saw you were still sleeping on the table. If I had known, maybe I would have come back tomorrow..."
This means that Xun Yu had come to the room a long time ago and sat in front of me until I woke up.
Tilting his head to look out the window, Liu Zhaoqing discovered that it was already pitch dark outside. While Tian Feng had sent his servants to deliver the information to his desk, he had unknowingly slept for at least two hours.
Rubbing his head in an attempt to wake himself up faster, Liu Zhaoqing said helplessly, "My words don't matter. I've recovered a lot of energy from the sleep I just had. On the contrary, Wen Ruo, you obviously haven't even closed your eyes. You've been helping Feng Xiao and the others? You're exhausted both physically and mentally. You should go and take a rest."
"Many things need to be resolved quickly. Zhao Qing, haven't you been busy since returning to Yecheng?" Xun Yu asked in return.
Then he smiled and said, "But don't worry, my earth spirit is quite special and can recover faster than ordinary people. It's not a big deal if I haven't slept for two or three days."
Since Xun Yu said so, Liu Zhaoqing had nothing to say.
Returning to the topic she just mentioned, Liu Zhaoqing thought for a moment and then said, "I have already started preparing for the matter of 'replacing Jizhou'."
Liu Zhaoqing looked at the large amount of materials consisting of books and bamboo and wooden slips on the table and told Xun Yu that these were the information of the prefects of various counties in Jizhou.
"Jizhou is very large, and most of it is flat land, so it is generally well developed. In troubled times, a county governor controls troops and money, so there must be some who are dissatisfied with the control from above."
"If the news of Han Fu's abdication reaches those people, they will definitely find various reasons to seek independence."
Liu Zhaoqing saw it very clearly and was not naive enough to think that taking Yecheng would mean completely controlling the entire Jizhou.
He still needs to use physical means to conquer those who are disobedient.
"That's right." Xun Yu nodded. "Feng Xiao and the others, as well as I, think so too. After Han Fu's last defeat, he had already sent a signal that his control over them was weakening."
"Besides, we are not completely free of enemies in Hebei. Bingzhou is still under the control of others, and Liaodong has not been pacified yet, so we must take Jizhou cleanly and quickly."
Liu Zhaoqing nodded: "I will meet with Tian Feng, Gao Lan and other former subordinates of Han Fu tomorrow and the day after tomorrow to see what they think."
As Han Fu's former capable generals, Tian Feng, Gao Lan, Zhang He and others were among the few who remained in Yecheng after Han Fu went crazy.
Many counselors and generals escaped and went to seek a living under the command of other princes.
Their recognition and assistance were obviously of the greatest help to Liu Zhaoqing.
"With their help, there will be no need to worry about legitimacy." Xun Yu also approved of Liu Zhaoqing's approach.
"But Zhao Qing should also be careful. There are also people who want to take advantage of the situation in Yecheng. If they put forward unreasonable conditions, we need to deal with them with caution."
Liu Zhaoqing smiled and said, "Of course, I'm not the kind of person who would give in easily."
By then, Liu Zhaoqing will not be alone, Xun Yu and others will be by his side.
Xun Yu felt relieved when he saw that Liu Zhaoqing had a clear plan for the future and was already considering taking Jizhou.
Fortunately, Liu Zhaoqing is not the kind of person who wants to enjoy himself and celebrate and rest for a while after winning. He knows that now is the best opportunity for development while the princes are still in the chaos of war.
While people in the south are still fighting over money and treasures, we should quickly integrate Hebei.
However, this is not a difficult task for Liu Zhaoqing now.
He has elite soldiers and good generals under his command. As long as he doesn't get sick and steadily does what he should do at this stage, there will be no problem.
So Liu Zhaoqing is still very calm now, without any sign of tension or worry.
These uncontrollable princes of Jizhou are not even a bit comparable to the Chanyu of the northern frontier or Dong Zhuo within the Great Wall. Liu Zhaoqing certainly has the reason and strength to despise them strategically.
Xun Yu also understood this truth, so he did not urge Liu Zhaoqing too much, but just "reminded" him.
Moreover, it was Guo Jia who asked her to give this "reminder". If there was anyone among the counselors and generals around Liu Zhaoqing who was the most anxious, it would definitely be Guo Jia.
She hoped more than anyone else, even Liu Zhaoqing himself, to quickly take over the entire Jizhou and then wipe out the entire Hebei.
Liu Zhaoqing also thought of this, so he asked her about Guo Jia's current physical condition.
"I am very tired but I am still persisting. I have tried to persuade her but it didn't help much."
"How can this be possible?" Liu Zhaoqing frowned, thought about it and made a decision.
"Someone, go tell my message and let the military advisor go and rest."
After giving the order, Liu Zhaoqing also shook his head: "I gave her the position of military advisor to make it easier for her. She only needs to coordinate, but she has to do everything by herself, which makes her even more tired."
If an ordinary person holds power, he will definitely think about how to use the power to make his life easier. It is rare to find someone like Guo Jia who is dedicated to his duties. It is obvious that Liu Zhaoqing made a mistake and misjudged the situation.
"Alas, if she continues like this, she will be exhausted. Now that we have passed the most difficult starting period, why is Fengxiao still working so hard?"
"Fengxiao is not neglecting her body, but the helplessness and waste of time she experienced before she met a wise master make her cherish the present time even more," said Xun Yu.
"That's why you're trying so hard and can't even listen to what I say."
After that, Xun Yu comforted her again: "But she will definitely listen to Zhao Qing's words."
"Hopefully."
Liu Zhaoqing shook his head. If Guo Jia refused to listen, he could only use direct measures and ask Zhao Yun to lock her up and force her to rest.
Liu Zhaoqing already had a plan in mind for taking Jizhou, and the first step was to obtain the legitimate position of governor.
This is actually not difficult. Tian Feng and others have already been interested in it. Liu Zhaoqing just needs to contact Tian Feng and others later.
Regardless of whether it is the name of "provincial governor" or not, as long as it is recognized, it means there is a claim, and that way it will be easier to deal with the possible disobedient counties in Jizhou.
On the strategic level, Liu Zhaoqing was very clear about the steps to replace Jizhou.
So at this moment, Liu Zhaoqing continued his unfinished work and browsed the information of the prefects of Jizhou counties.
The specific matters regarding taking over Jizhou will be arranged in detail after discussions with Tian Feng and others.
This period should be much easier than pacifying the northern frontier and rebelling against Dong. Liu Zhaoqing may finally be able to become a real local lord, sitting at home and making plans instead of leading troops to fight in person.
While Liu Zhaoqing was browsing the books, Xun Yu, who was sitting opposite him, did not leave.
"Wen Ruo, is there anything else?" Liu Zhaoqing also noticed this and looked up and asked in confusion.
"Zhaoqing, is your shoulder still sore?" Xun Yu looked at Liu Zhaoqing and suddenly asked.
"what?"
Liu Zhaoqing didn't expect Xun Yu to bring up this matter again. Fortunately, he was not drinking tea, otherwise he would have sprayed it out at this time.
Even without the tea, Liu Zhaoqing almost choked on his own saliva.
"Ahem, why did Wen Ruo... mention this matter?"
She was not a rough man like Zhang Fei, so she could definitely tell that Liu Zhaoqing was just talking in his sleep at that time.
"I think Zhao Qing really needs good care. Since I came to Hebei, I have never seen Zhao Qing have a good rest." Xun Yu said.
Then she stood up and walked to Liu Zhaoqing. Under the latter's surprised eyes, she stretched out her white and smooth hands and placed her slender fingers on Liu Zhaoqing's shoulders.
"Wen Ruo..."
Before Liu Zhaoqing could continue speaking, he felt a refreshing sensation coming from his shoulders.
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