"... The Prime Minister also knew in his heart that the border areas had been a fortress for the past decades, and the supply of the three armies was supported by the capital. After Emperor Ling, military rations were short of military food and the people were gradually decreasing. Even many gentry and tribes went south to buy foundations in other prefectures and counties... Although the food was short, the people were strong, and if they really wanted to go to war with the Prime Minister, it would only be a stalemate."

The orange lights illuminated the room, and the sound of wine pouring into the copper jue continued to sound. Gongsun Zhi put down the copper spoon and said while observing whether the expression of Cao Cao on the opposite side had changed.

In fact, after all, he did these things, in addition to eliminating the civil war and preserving more tragic fates that the Han people might have in the future. If he had been struggling on the line of food and clothing in the past, he would not have thought about such things. However, he still wanted to do his best to achieve his current status, age, and some things.

There are two other reasons. First, although the Xianbei, Xiongnu and Wuhuan were implemented in the grassland, it was not a few years and could be completely solved in ten years. The old group is still there, and the new group cannot be completely Chinese. There are many people. What should I do? It can only be used for consumption. If I die in the battlefield, I will not only get benefits and honors, but my family will not take too much words. After all, the government will also have compensation for death in the battle, which is enough for them to live for a lifetime.

The second is another child far away in Rome. Although Gongsun Zhi did not want this to happen, he recognized this body and was considered his own blood. No matter what, he must have gone to the west, which is his selfish intention. However, there are many countries all the way, and it is difficult for the people and grassland cavalry of Shanggu County to truly span the Eurasian continent.

In the past, I also mentioned the Western Expedition in front of everyone. At that time, no one said that even if I really wanted to do that, I would have conquered the whole world. However, these three things were in front of me, and I had to advance them.

He raised the bronze title and Gongsun Zhi leaned back: "... As the Prime Minister said in front of the two armies in the afternoon, if you and I have been in a stalemate for ten years, it will become increasingly difficult for the whole world to be unified. It just so happened that the name of the Han Dynasty was still there, and there were still many royal relatives living there. In this regard, it can also speed up the pace. Once someone refuses, several companies will jointly attack, no matter who the person is, even if the overlord is reborn, they will have to weigh some points."

"Gongsun's last sentence was wrong. If Xiang Yu reborn, he would not compromise." Cao Cao smiled and his answer was meaningful.

"The Prime Minister is referring to Sun Ce, right?" Gongsun Zhi also smiled: "Under the general trend, he still wants to occupy a corner of Jiangdong. With just a few veterans left by Sun Jian, he can't make trouble."

While speaking, the candlelight shook the figure of Cao Cao opposite and swayed on the wall. His arms were occasionally stopped. Seeing the gaze, Cao Cao put down his pen in his hand, picked up the bamboo slips and blew the ink, "Look at Gongsun, look at some of the people he dealt with."

The bamboo slips handed over were written with the names and responsibilities of some people. The ink had not yet dried out, so Gongsun Zhi could only spread them carefully and walked under the light to watch. It was just a group of people who were temporarily sorted out and had not finished all of them, but it was almost obvious that they were rubbing together the generals and counselors of the North and Central Plains.

"Military advisor: Xun You, Li Wen; Military advisor: Guo Jia; Military planner: Mao Jie, Hua Xin, Man Chong...... Military advisory historian: Yu Jin, Xiahou Shang, Sun Li..."

The handwriting passed through his eyes one by one, and the room fell into a strange silence. Soon after, Gongsun Zhi rolled up the bamboo slips and handed them back to Cao Cao.

"The Prime Minister is a bit biased, so why not add some more people to it."

Opposite, Cao Cao tapped the bamboo slip with his finger, frowned slightly, then smiled, turned around and walked back to the seat: "Gongsun, what else do you want to add, please bring it up."

In the swaying light, Gongsun Zhi took a few steps with his hands in his arms, his eyes stayed straight on the flames on the lamppost, and he spoke softly: "The military planner (sponsor's advice) plus Tian Yu, the military Cao's discussion of the army (mainly military affairs) plus Yan Rou, Xu Rong... The Cao's subordinate (criminal law) adds Xiahou Lan... The household Cao's subordinate (civilian households, rural areas) Wang Lie, and Si Zhi (supervisor) Feng Yuan."

He stopped and looked at Cao Cao.

"Basically these people are, but in the future, I would like to add some more. Another point is that the Prime Minister might as well bring in famous scholars and scholars and generals in Yizhou, Jingzhou, Xiliang, Jiangdong and other places. It is their business to be willing or not. Once the list is written, others will be reluctant to doubt it."

Cao Cao twisted his beard and nodded gently: "You know me, you are still the one who has left the place of those people on it. This is just a temporary manuscript, but after returning to Xudu, it is not too late to make a decision. Come on, Gongsun will discuss it with Cao again to see who is missing? Let's add him..."

The blank bamboo slips kept moving their names and performing their duties. Compared with the previous volume, there were many more people going up, some of whom were not even heard of Gongsun Zhi. When the manuscript was finally revised, it was already late at night. The two walked out of the room together, and the guards outside immediately came up and returned to their respective courtyards.

The whole mansion occasionally heard the crying sounds of children, which caused the barking of dogs to come farther away. After parting with Cao Cao, Gongsun Zhi came to the villa where he was staying, lying on the wooden couch, with his eyes closed, as if he could see the scene of fighting with his golden swords and iron horses.

The establishment of the Ba Mansion with Cao Cao, centered on controlling the imperial power and gathering the power of the world, is not fully mastered in a year or two, but the benefits brought are self-evident. To achieve such an alliance, at least the expedition to the west, the rear must be much more stable. Of course, it is natural to prevent it. Xu Rong, Tian Yu are in charge, Youzhou, and the gateways of the northern part are basically worry-free.

On the other hand, he also had some concerns, and was not sure about the duel with Cao Cao. The opponent was not Yuan Shao, and his advisers and generals were all capable of commanding troops. At this time, he had just finished fighting Yuan Benchu ​​and was in a strong momentum. He seemed a little irrational when he competed with such an enemy.

...More importantly, there is no money or food.

I fell asleep in a daze and woke up early the next morning. I discussed and finalized the manuscript with Cao Cao, and after some steps, I had lunch at Wang Kuang's mansion, and then took out the city with my own thousand guards. At this time, the troops greeted by the two armies set up their formations on the field.

Between the two armies, Gongsun Zhi stopped and raised his hand: "Prime Minister, let's part with you and I will meet again in Hanoi tomorrow."

"Gongsun, take care of yourself!"

Cao Cao bowed heavily, rode his horse and ran back to the formation. When looking back at the figure behind, Xiahou Dun urged the horse to approach: "Brother, what are you talking about with Gongsun Zhi?"

"What are you talking about..."

Cao Cao looked at Gongsun Zhi who was hidden in the formation and slowly turned his face, "...just use each other." His words were very light, and he felt that he couldn't explain clearly. After all, the white wolf controlled the northern border for many years and had a foundation. He also had concerns about not wanting to spend his troops and money on it.

"In the future, we will have more time to pacify other prefectures and counties." He rode the war horse, shook the reins, and shouted: "Let's go."

....

On the other side, Gongsun Zhi returned to the formation, and Lu Bu rode over to meet him: "Is the negotiation settled?"

"It's considered an agreement, but... the relationship and utilization account for half. Cao Cao had concerns, and I also had it. Everyone knew in their hearts that there was no condition for war at all." Gongsun Zhi said to him, and walked to the central army. Ma Chao and more than 100 Xiliang cavalry were ready to set off, "It's already done here, and Marquis Wen and General Xu will return to Bingzhou first. If they are anxious, they will go back to Shanggu County. I will go to Xiliang to meet Ma Teng."

Lu Bu walked side by side with him and smiled: "I need a family to accompany you?"

"No need, there is Ma Chao."

While the two were talking, the generals in white robes and silver armor came here, and majestic toward Lu Bu. Gongsun Zhi bowed: "Chao will return to Xiliang today and wait for the governor to come in the mansion."

"Okay, Meng Qi will come first, I will arrive later!"

In the early morning, two figures bid farewell to each other. There were busy soldiers around, and the horn for withdrawal was already sounded, and the itinerary to Xiliang was also arranged in the few days not long after.
Chapter completed!