What Zhou Yuanfu said was very simple. Zhang Ze was used to looking down at the barbarians from a high position. When he first heard what Zhou Yuanfu said, he felt a little disapproving.
Cao Qian nodded when he heard this.
"I think General Zhang knows how to declare force. I don't think General Zhang can do this with sincerity and equality."
Zhou Yuanfu saw the disdainful look on his face, so he said.
"What about sincerity and equality with the barbarians? If they don't obey, just beat them and make them obey."
"The great ancestor Gaozu recruited the Zhi people to determine the land of the Three Qin Dynasty, and his contribution is not insignificant. In this dynasty, when the Qiang people rebelled, the Qiang people mostly sent troops to quell the rebellion. Let's not talk about the far ones, let's talk about the nearby ones. Ten years ago, the people of Yizhou County
During the Yi rebellion, many people in the DPRK and the Central Government advocated abandoning Yizhou County. In the end, wouldn’t it be possible to rely on talents to defeat the rebels? If Yizhou County was lost, could Yizhou still be called Yizhou?”
Zhou Yuanfu asked rhetorically.
"this……"
Zhang Ze was a little moved, but still said stiffly: "In terms of credit, of course this barbarian also has it. But in recent years, the Banzhen barbarians have rebelled repeatedly. If it weren't for the governor Cao sitting here, let alone Yizhou County, it would be Yizhou County."
The state can no longer be retained."
"Well, what you said is the truth. In recent years, the Zhi people have indeed rebelled once every three years and once every five years. But why did the Zhi people rebel? When we use them, we will arbitrarily recruit young people to fight to the death. When we use them,
When it doesn't arrive, you squeeze it hard and bully it at will. Even if it's your domestic dog, if you let it bite when the thieves come, and if you don't give it food or drink when the thieves leave, it won't wag its tail at you, right?
"
Zhou Yuanfu argued vigorously.
"Haha, I think what Yuan Fu said makes sense."
Cao Qian stroked his beard and smiled, and there were some changes in the title, "Back then, the Banzhen barbarians rebelled, and now your Majesty wants to launch a large-scale military expedition, but in the end he accepted the persuasion of Hanzhong strategist Cao Cheng Bao. Cheng Bao also told your Majesty the achievements of the barbarians.
, and then said that the barbarians rebelled because they were oppressed, so Your Majesty sent me to appease them. Yuan Fu’s words really resonate with my heart!"
Zhang Ze opened his mouth but did not refute in the end.
"Adhering to the old master's strategy, I have achieved some success in going to Danqu this time. I have sworn sworn brothers with the leaders of the tribe, Pu Hu and Du Yi, and have agreed that they will never rebel again!"
Zhou Yuanfu lost no time in dropping another blockbuster.
Cao Qian stood up suddenly, "Have you become brothers with them?"
"Don't dare to lie, it's true."
"It's rare, it's rare, it's really rare. I've treated him with kindness and kindness over the years, but I've never gotten him to trust him sincerely. I didn't expect Yuan Fu to be so powerful."
Cao Qian praised sincerely.
"My lord, thank you very much. It's for the sake of the world and your majesty. Zhou Yuanfu did his duty and did his best." Doing a full show, Zhou Yuanfu expressed his loyalty impassionedly, and then gently flattered Cao Qian, "My lord, this is my duty."
I have been so kind to you over the past few years, and I am very grateful to you. It was only because I went here this time that things went so smoothly."
"Haha, I don't take any credit. I think it may be because of your ancestors, so they swore sworn vows with you."
"My ancestors?"
"Yes, in the early Han Dynasty, Taiwei Zhou personally led the Banzhen Man in battle. In other words, the Banzhen Man was actually under the command of Taiwei Zhou."
Cao Qian was familiar with history, so he reasoned.
Zhou Yuanfu nodded frequently, thinking to himself, if they knew that he had become the holy father of a human being, they would not know how surprised they would be. Forget it, this time he showed his face, so let’s not talk about the holy father.
"Since General Zhou is so powerful, I can rest assured. If we contact the barbarians to attack from both sides, I estimate that this rice thief will be wiped out soon. Lord Taishou, I will pack up and return to Hanzhong."
Zhang Ze saw that it was useless to stay, so he stood up and left.
Cao Qian repeatedly tried to persuade him to stay, but Zhang Ze had already made up his mind. He just said he was worried about the safety of Hanzhong, so he had no choice but to let him go.
He was really an impatient general who left as soon as he said so. Zhou Yuanfu sighed in his heart.
After seeing Zhang Ze off, they returned to the hall.
"At present, there are still 10,000 rebels outside Jiangzhou City. Although there are two rivers blocking the way, there is no need to worry about it for the moment, but with a pack of wolves watching, it is best to retreat as soon as possible. Does Yuan Fu have a plan to retreat?"
Cao Qian looked at Zhou Yuanfu earnestly and said.
"I am new to Jiangzhou and I don't know what our military strength is yet. Please give me some advice."
Zhou Yuanfu said.
Cao Qian was quite satisfied with Zhou Yuanfu's attitude, "Currently, Yan Sima has more than a thousand soldiers and horses, and I also have three thousand soldiers and horses in my hands."
"Hmm." Zhou Yuanfu nodded. This was similar to what Yan Zhongxin said, and he pretended to be surprised and said, "These few troops are not enough to deal with so many thieves outside the city."
"Yes, General Zhang originally had three thousand soldiers and horses, but he must have taken them away. In Yuan Fu's opinion, what should we do?"
"I already have generals, Guan Yu, Zhang Liao, and Gan Ning." Zhou Yuanfu introduced them to Cao Qian one by one. "These three all have courage that no man can match."
He turned around to see Cui Niupi eager to try, and pointed at him again, "Brother Cui often comes up with clever tricks, and you can rely on them."
After Cui Niupi heard this, his brows immediately rose, and he also imitated the other three and made a military salute.
"The only problem we have now is that we don't have any troops. We need to recruit troops!"
Cao Qian nodded, then frowned and said: "Recruiting troops is natural, but where will the money and food come from? In order to deal with the Yellow Turban thieves and Qiang thieves, the imperial court is already stretched thin. I'm afraid the money and food will not be enough for a while."
"Let me take care of the money and food. The more important thing is to get rid of the thieves."
Zhou Yuanfu patted his chest and said.
"Cough, cough."
Cui Niupi coughed distressedly and said, now he is the one who keeps the money and food. Zhou Yuanfu has been generous in front of others. If he continues to be so generous, his family's wealth will be emptied.
"However," Zhou Yuanfu also understood Cui Niubi's meaning, so he changed his tune, "I have limited money and food, so how about asking rich people to donate?"
Cao Qian smiled bitterly and said, "I had already thought about this method at the beginning of the siege, but it had little effect. They all said that there was not much food left at home..."
"Haha," Zhou Yuanfu said with a smile. Sure enough, misers in all dynasties were the same. "Don't worry, Grand Administrator. Yuanfu will come up with a solution."
The two exchanged pleasantries for a few more words, and then Zhou Yuanfu stood up and left.
Cao Qian encouraged Zhou Yuanfu some more and praised Zhou Yuanfu's brothers one by one. When Gan Ning arrived, Cao Qian looked at him and said, "General Gan is really a young hero, and General Zhou is also a wise man. You...
The name is quite interesting. There is also a man named Gan Ning in Ba County. I heard that he has been doing evil on the river for a long time and does some nonsense."
Gan Ning looked quite embarrassed and just hummed after hearing this.
"Haha, so that the boss will know that this Gan Ning is that Gan Ning, and they are the same person."
Zhou Yuanfu laughed heartily.
Cao Qian's expression was startled.
"As the saying goes, a prodigal son never comes back in exchange for gold. Brother Gan has already turned around and is now serving as a military lord under my command."
"It's amazing how Yuan Fu can persuade people to do good. Gan Ning, you should listen carefully to General Zhou's words and strive to be a pillar of talent! This way your father's face will also be glorious."
When Gan Ning heard this, his face turned red and he performed a military salute.
After coming out of the prefect's mansion, Yan Yan led them to the captain's mansion and said goodbye.
As soon as a few people sat down in the mansion, a guard came to report that an old friend was visiting, and Zhou Yuanfu was busy inviting people in.
"Where is big brother? Where is big brother?"
Outside the door, Pei Yuanshao's voice sounded, and Zhou Yuanfu stood up to greet him.
"Pei Yuanshao has met eldest brother!"
The tower-like man fell to his knees.
"Please get up quickly. Brother Pei hasn't seen you for many days and he's tanned a lot."
Zhou Yuanfu said politely.
"Brother, have you finally regained your original appearance? I thought you couldn't be clean, haha."
Pei Yuanshao was outspoken and said whatever he thought.
"Yes, the more you wash, the whiter it will be. By the way, where is Mr. Yan?"
Zhou Yuanfu covered up the matter with a haha.
"Oh, you see, I forgot about it when I was so happy. Mr. Yan is still on the way, so let me contact you first."
Pei Yuanshao smiled innocently.
"Don't worry, let me first introduce you to some of my newly sworn brothers."
Zhou Yuanfu immediately introduced Zhang Liao and Gan Ning to Pei Yuanshao. Both of them respectfully called him second brother. Zhou Yuanfu was very confused by the title of second brother. The title of second brother should belong to Guan Yu, but now Guan Yu has become the sixth brother.
, what a crime.
Pei Yuanshao saw that his two new brothers were very brave and respectful to him. He couldn't help grinning and laughing, "We brothers are not polite to each other. If anyone bullies you in the future, just report your second brother's name and keep it until they are scared to shit!"
"
Zhou Yuanfu just wanted to cover his face when he heard this. On the one hand, Zhang Liao and Gan Ning were still young, and on the other hand, they had not yet shown their martial arts skills in front of Pei Yuanshao. Pei Yuanshao was very brave, but when it came to martial arts, they were far behind.
"By the way, brother, Mr. Yan sent me here first this time to tell you some important news!"