Yan Zhong begged for tea with a smile, and Zhou Yuanfu realized that he had neglected his distinguished guest. He was so busy chatting that he forgot to ask for tea. Zhou Yuanfu was extremely attentive to this old man who was dedicated to doing things for him, and he did not order anyone to come.
Instead of making tea soup, you make tea by yourself.
"Well, this tastes very good, better than tea soup. It tastes bitter first and then sweet!"
Yan Zhong took a sip of tea and praised, as if he was talking about tea and life.
Zhou Yuanfu waited on him carefully, and after seeing him finish one bowl, he hurriedly poured another bowl. Yan Zhong was very satisfied when he saw it.
"This dynasty does not fail to value scholars! It has valued scholars since the time of Emperor Liu Bang. Zhang Liang, Chen Ping, Li Shiqi and Lu Jia were all scholars. Emperor Gaozu valued them. These people also played a key role in the establishment of the Han Dynasty with their talents.
Later, Emperor Gaozu wanted to depose and establish the crown prince, but no one tried to persuade him. Empress Lu invited Sihao from Shangshan to assist the prince, and Gaozu changed his mind and stopped deposing the crown prince. Later, when Emperor Wu was in power, Dong Zhongshu "deposed Baijia".
"Only respecting Confucianism", the status of scholars all over the world who read the books of Confucius and Mencius became more respected."
"If you say that the imperial court does not attach great importance to scholars, it is because of the misfortune of the party. Han Feizi once said that Confucianism corrupted the law with literature! This is absolutely true. The imperial court has long used scholars in a high way, and even condoned them, which made the scholars'
His temper gradually improved. So the scholars began to criticize the government and form cliques to disrupt the law. The emperor felt threatened, so there was the disaster of party imprisonment. In addition, our court selected talents by promoting filial piety and integrity.
Originally, it was the power of various aristocratic families, and it was also their privilege to recommend talents. Therefore, over time, the power of this kind of gentry became more and more powerful, making the emperor even more afraid. After the Wang Mang Rebellion, Emperor Guangwu Liu Xiu himself was also from a wealthy family.
Therefore, we have to be on guard against noble families and wealthy families. Under this kind of inheritance, when scholars are out of control, they will naturally be severely suppressed."
Yan Zhong said something long-winded, and Zhou Yuanfu basically understood it. In the Han Dynasty, it was very difficult to study, and only a few people could enjoy it. Paper was not popular, and most people used bamboo slips. Engraving printing was not available until the Tang Dynasty, so
The average poor family has never read a book. Moreover, there is no imperial examination system and they all rely on local recommendations. This makes it impossible for the people at the bottom to stand up. However, each aristocratic family has been prosperous and gradually formed a situation where the big ones cannot be eliminated. Therefore, the emperor in the late Eastern Han Dynasty
The scholars were very suspicious, fearing that the scholars would rise up in rebellion and seize their empire. After all, these scholars had the ability and background. Compared with the eunuchs and relatives, the scholars were indeed not that reliable, so this situation was created.
"Okay, let's not talk about these things. The situation in Meiyang is delicate now, and I think I can take advantage of it. To be honest, I had previously advised Huangfu Song to make himself king, but he was stubborn, so I left him.
And go. Now I want to try again. If I can persuade him this time, the world will be in chaos, and then Yuanfu's opportunity will come."
Yan Zhong said with a smile.
"Isn't this inappropriate? If you go and he hands you over to the court directly, what should we do?"
Zhou Yuanfu frowned and said, Yan Zhong even persuaded others to rebel. Just because they didn't arrest him at that time doesn't mean they won't arrest him in the future.
"Don't worry about Yuan Fu. I know Huangfu Song quite well. If such a gentleman met on the battlefield, he would kill me. But if I appeared as a lobbyist, he would not be able to keep his face and put me in this situation."
Death. And I have another plan. If I can't persuade him, then I will try my luck with the Qiang people. I still have some popularity in the northwest. If I can persuade them to submit to you, then what will Tian Gong give me in the first place?
Your plan is half successful!"
Yan Zhong's attitude was firm, and Zhou Yuanfu was also moved when he heard this, but he was worried about Yan Zhong's safety and kept trying to persuade him.
"Yuanfu, there is no need to persuade you any more. Don't worry. I know these two parties well and will not suffer any loss. After you pacify Bajun, the court will definitely use you more. According to Liu Hong's character, you
If you perform so well, I will probably transfer you to quell the Qiang chaos. Then your chance will come! If I can persuade the Qiang people to perform a play with you, then you will get the credit and be promoted to a general.
possible!"
Yan Zhong planned everything for him, which moved Zhou Yuanfu very much. Such employees who did not care about salary and remuneration and devoted themselves to making suggestions for the development of the company were hard to find even with a lantern!
"Then, as you said, please stay in Jiangzhou for a little longer and let Yuanfu express your feelings." Zhou Yuanfu said apologetically.
"Haha, Yuanfu, you don't have to be polite. I am a hard-working person. The situation on the battlefield is changing rapidly. Now that the matter has been decided, I have to leave immediately. If my trip goes well, Yuanfu will reward me soon."
After Yan Zhong finished speaking, he stood up and was about to leave.
"Sir, you are planning for Yuan Fu like this, and Yuan Fu really has nothing to offer in return! Please, sir, make sure to rest for a night before setting off. I only left after just one bowl of tea. If word spreads in the future, Yuan Fu is really neglecting a talented person!"
Zhou Yuanfu was really moved.
"It's a big deal, don't stick to trivial matters, Yuan Fu, don't try to persuade me anymore, I'm going to leave right now." After Yan Zhong finished speaking, he left, and after walking a few steps, he stopped and said, "If anything happens to me, and you are transferred again,
To quell the Qiang rebellion. When the situation is too complicated and you cannot control it, you can ask Ma Xiang and Zhao Zhuan of Guanghan to rebel, and the court will naturally transfer you back to Yizhou to quell the rebellion. The Qiang rebellion is a big whirlpool, unless you are absolutely sure,
Otherwise, don’t participate easily.”
Seeing that Yan Zhong was not completely sure, Zhou Yuanfu put himself in his own shoes and was moved to tears, "Mr. Yan's safety is the most important thing! If something cannot be done, sir, you must protect yourself, and we will slowly think of countermeasures."
"
"Haha, Yuan Fu, don't do this. I'm just saying, just in case, don't worry."
This time Yan Zhong really left. He came quietly, just as he left in a hurry. He left behind a lot of strategies but did not take away a cent of gold or silver. What a good comrade. At the end of the year, I will rate him as an outstanding counselor, Zhou Yuanfu
So thinking.
"Brother, that guy seems to be recruiting. He figured it out just one night. He is probably hungry, so he is clamoring to see you."
After Yan Zhong left in a hurry, Pei Yuanshao ran in in a hurry, "I just met Old Yan at the door. Did he leave right after he came?"
"Yes, he has other important matters. He can't even wait for me to stay with him for one night. It's really hard on him."
Zhou Yuanfu also sighed and said.
"Well, this old man has a bit of a venomous mouth. At that time, what he said to Brother Guan Yu made him blush, and his face has not changed even now. Oh, it's better to leave, so as to save everyone the embarrassment when they meet. Yan Zhong and Ju Yi
, I don’t know if he can be of the same mind as us, but you have to be careful not to be deceived by him." Pei Yuanshao was outspoken and said whatever was on his mind without hiding it at all.
Zhou Yuanfu also knew that he was thinking about himself. Cui Niubi also looked down on Ju Yi. It was really not good for the brothers to form gangs before this big thing was accomplished. But there is no good way at the moment. Let's wait for everyone to fight side by side.
After a few times, the relationship will probably become more harmonious. After all, the comradeship is still relatively strong.
"Okay, I will consider these things, brother Pei, don't worry."
When Zhou Yuanfu saw Yue Fei again, he only saw him with unkempt hair and an unkempt face. He must have been crying for a long time.
"Hurry up and untie him, go get a basin of water, and get some food and wine." Seeing this, Zhou Yuanfu quickly ordered.
"Absolutely not. If the eldest brother wants to untie him, he has to call the guard brother. Otherwise, this kid is too capable and we are no match for him." Pei Yuanshao was bitten by a snake and was afraid of ropes for ten years. He was still frightened.
said.
"It doesn't matter, just do as I say." Zhou Yuanfu said in a deep voice.
Seeing this, Pei Yuanshao had no choice but to do as he was told. Zhou Yuanfu was not in a hurry and poured himself a cup of hot tea. While drinking, he waited for Yue Fei to wash up and eat. After he finished, he asked Pei Yuanshao to leave.
"Figured out?"
"I haven't figured it out! I just want to understand one thing, that is, I can never go back, don't you think so?" Yue Fei regained his composure and looked directly at Zhou Yuanfu to see if he was lying about this matter.
"Let me tell you this, if I could go back, I would send myself back first. After all, the times I live in are much better than now." Zhou Yuanfu said with emotion.
"Okay, I will believe you once. But I want a promise. If there is a chance in the future, you must send me back. Even if there is only one chance, you must give it to me!" Yue Fei said still persistently.