Liu Jing rejected Lai Gong's proposal and said: "Jiaozhou has long mountains and rivers, mixed Han and barbarian areas, and many separatists. The situation is extremely complicated. Only a person with great wisdom and courage cannot stabilize this state. Lai Jun is extremely talented, but he has more wisdom than courage. , not the best choice for the governor of Jiaozhou."
"A man of great wisdom and courage?" Zhuge Liang thought for a while and then suggested: "How about Pan Sima?" Pan Sima is Pan Jun, Zuo Sima.
Pan Jun is now in Wuling County. After Liu Zong went north with Liu Jing, he temporarily took over the position of prefect. He governed Wuling with kindness and power. Not only did the soldiers and the people rely on him, but even the Wuxi barbarians did not dare to rebel again. He was qualified to be the governor of Jiaozhou.
Zhuge Liang's proposal was deeply in Liu Jing's heart. Pan Jun was both wise and brave, and he was his fellow disciple, so he could indeed be entrusted with major events in the south.
Although historically he was at odds with Guan Yu and eventually rebelled against Shu and surrendered to Wu, Guan Yu treated his soldiers well and was arrogant about the scholar-bureaucrats. He guarded Jingzhou for Liu Bei and was responsible for his duties, but could not get along with his colleagues. He was undoubtedly the party with greater responsibility.
Wang Qiang is different from Guan Yu in that he has a tolerant character and a deep government. In addition, he comes from a humble background and has always admired gentlemen. Pan Jun is not a harsh person. I believe that the two of them will be able to coexist peacefully and manage Jiaozhou well for him.
Liu Jing then asked everyone for their opinions. At this time, anyone could see Liu Jing's intentions. Of course, no one would jump out to sing the opposite, and they unanimously agreed that Pan Jun should be appointed as the governor of Jiaozhou.
Seeing the consensus of the people, Liu Jing immediately made the decision to appoint Pan Jun as the governor of Jiaozhou. He then said: "Wuling County has been newly attached to Wuling County. After Pan Sima leaves, someone still needs to guard it. Who do you think is suitable to take over Pan Sima's position?"
Zhuge Liang looked down and saw that Xu Shu, Jiang Wan, Deng Zhi, Li Yan and others did not speak. Zhuge Liang said: "Liu Zhongsi, the magistrate of Ling County, is well-equipped in both civil and military affairs and has the talent of a herdsman and a crowd. He can take over from Pan Sima to guard Wuling." county."
Liu Jing nodded lightly. Liu Cheng was in the army and had many years of local experience, so his ability was no problem. Moreover, as the brother of Liu Zong, the prefect of Wuling, it was reasonable for him to rule the county on his behalf.
Ling County is where Liu Jing started his career, so not just anyone can be the county magistrate. Liu Jing considered that his younger brother Liu He is already eighteen years old and has served as Liuyang County Magistrate for more than a year. He understands the importance of politics, so he can rest assured to take care of Ling County. The county gave it to him.
After the meeting, Liu Jing sent orders to Pan Jun, Liu Cheng, and Liu He respectively. Wuling County was only separated from Jiangling by a river. Pan Jun received Liu Jing's notice and immediately went north, arriving at Jiangling within a few days.
"Brother..." Liu Jing went to Jinxiang Ferry in person to welcome Pan Jun's arrival.
Since Pan Jun followed Liu Zong to Wuling in July last year, he stayed there and never returned. The two had been separated for more than a year, so as soon as they met, Liu Jing held Pan Jun's hand tightly and seemed particularly affectionate.
Feeling the power coming from Liu Jing's hands, Pan Jun was very moved.
Liu Jing pulled Pan Jun into the car and said: "A few days ago, I formally recommended my eldest brother to the court as the governor of Jiaozhou."
Pan Jun suppressed the surge in his chest and said: "The governor occupies the position of the shepherd, and he is responsible for the rule of a state. He selects high-ranking officials, supervises the county and the country, and holds important positions. Liu (Ba) Zichu was extremely talented at the beginning, and Lai (Gong) Bo With all due respect to Yawei, I am a good choice, so why does the general use me as the governor of Jiaozhou?"
"Brother, you don't think this is a good job, do you?" Liu Jing slowly shook his head and said: "There are many forces in Jiaozhou. The big ones are like the Shixie brothers, who have divided four counties and dominate Jiaonan, and the small ones are like Kuaishuai. The barbarians are all over the state and are destroying the local area. How easy is it to open up the situation? Neither Lai Jun nor Lai Jun is a pioneer. Only those who are wise and courageous like the elder brother can make a difference in Jiaozhou."
Hearing Liu Jing say that Liu Ba and Lai Gong were not as good as him, Pan Jun smiled and felt quite proud. Of course, he was always humble.
"Although I recommend my eldest brother to the country as the governor of Jiaozhou, brother Shi Xie will not admit it." After saying this, Liu Jing smiled.
Historically, Liu Biao, as the general of Zhennan, supervised the three prefectures of Jiao, Yang, and Yi, and had the power to recommend the governors of the three prefectures. As a result, Shi Xie turned a blind eye to the governor of Jiaozhou appointed by Liu Biao, and directly sent envoys to Xudu to pay tribute, obtain the title, and segregate the governorate of Jiaozhou. Nan, Liu Biao was helpless with him. Shi Xie didn't even accept Liu Biao, let alone Liu Jing.
Pan Jun nodded. To put it bluntly, as the governor of Jiaozhou, the country was still in limbo whether he would recognize him or not. How could Shi Xie recognize him?
Liu Jing added: "Brother, when going south this time, you can first set up the governor's department in Yulin. I heard that Shi Huang, the prefect of Cangwu, has become seriously ill recently and has become bedridden. Brother, you can write to Shi Huang to inform him about the move to Cangwu. If Shi Huang agrees, it would be best. If he disagrees, there is no need to rush into it. Shi Huang has always had prestige in Cangwu and is deeply popular among the people. Now that he is not going to die soon, it is better to wait until he dies of illness and then send troops to take over Cangwu. Wu. At that time, the eldest brother will join forces with Yulin and Cangwu counties to reorganize Jiaobei and pacify the people. After that, Xutu can hand over to Nanshi Xie brothers."
Pan Jun nodded repeatedly after hearing this. Liu Jing's plan for Jiaozhou was so detailed. Even a mediocre person could slowly secure the position of governor of Jiaozhou as long as he followed the steps.
Liu Jing said again: "By the way, brother, I have also found a driver for you."
Biejia is the head of the state officials, and is known as "half of the governor", which is equivalent to half of the governor, which shows how powerful he is.
"He is Wu Shushan, the chief historian of Yulin. My eldest brother may not be familiar with him. Wu Shushan is a famous scholar in Jiaozhou and Nanhai. He was born in Xiaolian. This man is not only outstanding in talent, but also loyal and courageous. In the battle of Bushan, Wu Shushan went deep into the tiger's den and pretended to surrender to Zhangjin. , and then counterattacked at night, and together with Wang Zijian defeated the Jiaozhou Army..."
Pan Jun had previously only known that Wang Qiang had completely annihilated the Jiaozhou Army under Bushan City, but he did not know the specific details. Now listening to Liu Jing's words, he couldn't help but sigh: "I didn't expect that in the wilderness of Jiaozhou, there would be a good man like Wu Shushan."
Liu Jing nodded and said: "There is never a shortage of talents in the world, it is just a lack of Bole who discovers talents."
Pan Jun said with a smile: "The general is the best bole in the world. In the past, Wang Zijian was just a businessman who wandered around the market. Who would have thought that he would achieve such extraordinary achievements today?"
Liu Jing hesitated for a moment and said to Pan Jun: "Brother, the prince is strong, loyal, cautious, courageous and resourceful. He is a great general and can be compared with Wu Han. However, he comes from a humble background and often uses this to make himself look down upon. Brother, please do not take it lightly." , humiliate it.”
Pan Jun's face couldn't help but look solemn and said: "General, don't worry. Xi Jiafu is a willful and vindictive man who has no regard for the laws of the country. Kou Xun can still tolerate it again and again. Although my intelligence is not as good as Kou Xun's, my intention is the same. Wang Zijian is a general." , guarding the south for the general, I will only respect him and respect him, can I treat him lightly or humiliate him?"
Liu Jing felt relieved and said happily: "In this way, I can go north with peace of mind, and leave everything to my elder brother in the south."