Before we knew it, it was already the spring of the 17th year of Jian'an.
Chengdu in late spring has its own lazy beauty. The rotten peach trees in the mountains are bearing fruit, and the air is filled with a faint peach fragrance. In the mountains and fields, withered peach red and apricot whites fill the paths, adding to the secluded beauty.
The war in Yizhou has ended.
Although there are still some places where fighting is still going on, such as in areas such as the Shujun Kingdom...but most of them are conflicts between local mountain people and Cao's army, and there is not much trouble. After Cao Zhang occupied Chengdu, he used many local Chengdu families. For example, Zheng Du, such as
Huang Quan, such as Liu Ba... these are all outstanding people from Bashu and have extraordinary talents. For example, Fei Guan and Wu Yi were escorted to Yedu and handed over to Cao Cao.[]
Cao Zhang had a bit of a headache when dealing with Wu Yi.
This is because Wu Yi has a very close relationship with the Cao family. Cao Cao's grandmother, Mrs. Wu, Cao Teng's rival, is from the Chenliu Wu family. And Wu Yi is also from the Chenliu Wu family.
In terms of seniority, he is actually the same generation as Cao Cao. In other words, this Wu Yi is still Cao Zhang’s elder...
It just so happened that this Wu Yi was a loyal supporter of Liu Bei.
After learning about Liu Bei's death, he burst into tears.
This also made Cao Zhang a little confused about what to do, so he sent someone to send Wu Yi to Yedu.
"This shows that the prince is merciful, but he cannot avoid being kind to women."
After Cao Peng captured Chengdu, except for a brief appearance on the second day, he led his white camel soldiers, flying camel soldiers and Wudang flying army, a total of 8,000 people, to station in Pixian County and never set foot in Chengdu again.
The Battle of Yizhou was the battle where Cao Zhang established his authority.
Chengdu will be a place where Cao Zhang can display his talents and show his majesty, and it is not suitable for him to participate in the past.
Accompanying him in Pi County were Huang Zhong and Zhao Yun. After Yan Yan captured Guangdu, he resigned from the army. From his tone, Cao Peng heard that he did not want to stay in Yizhou, so he invited
Yan Yan was stationed in Pixian County together. Yan Yan also happily agreed. After all, there was an old soldier of similar age to Cao Peng under Cao Peng. Although the two had different experiences, they had quite a lot to talk about when they were together.
The scenery in Pixian County in late spring is extremely beautiful.
Cao Peng sat in the government office and hired several craftsmen from Chengdu to make a small red clay stove.
Light a charcoal fire inside and place a clay pot on the fire.
Then we took the yellow buds that were picked during the Qingming Festival, and after simple roasting, they were crushed into powder. Why bother worrying about trivial matters when you are free for tea at this time?"
Cao Peng smiled and picked up the tea bowl.
But in his heart, he was muttering: Cao Cao has ascended the throne... This is different from history. I am afraid that his ascension to the throne is more to lay the foundation for Cao Zhang. But, what will be his next step?
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The Yizhou War has been suspended for half a year.
Chengdu experienced two turmoils in one year, which also severely damaged its vitality.
After Cao Zhang occupied Chengdu, on the recommendation of Cao Peng, he recruited Liu Ba and others to be responsible for restoring the people's livelihood in Yizhou.
However, it is easy to destroy but difficult to build.
I think back then, Cao Peng had several years to turn the Yizhou economy into a mess.
If you want to recover now, it will probably be difficult to reach the original level in less than ten years. However, at least Cao Zhang is working hard! No matter how jerky he is, he is working hard to restore his original appearance.
At the end of the 16th year of Jian'an, Cao Zhang ordered people to requisition 500,000 dendrobium of grain and grass from Nanjun and Hanzhong. At the same time, he sent people to buy countless cattle and sheep from Hehuang to help the people of Xichuan tide over the difficulties and restore their livelihood.
Later, he invited Cao Cao to set up a silver tower in Yizhou.
After repeated discussions and repeated consultations, Cao Zhang and his staff decided to abolish the Yizhou five-baht coin on February 2, the day when the dragon raised its head, and ordered that Jian'an Chongbao be the only currency in circulation.
Five baht coins were already difficult to circulate as early as Liu Zhang's time.
There was even a period of bartering in Chengdu...
Fortunately, Liu Zhang later also worked hard to introduce Jian'an Chongbao, but unfortunately he was assassinated just after he started implementing it.
Liu Zhang died at the hands of whose hands?
There is no need to pursue it anymore!
Zhuge Liang knew very well that that was not Liu Bei's method.
If not Liu Bei, who could he be?
Anyway, Liu Zhang is dead, Liu Bei is also dead, and Xichuan has finally stabilized, so let Liu Bei bear the crime. Many people, such as Huang Quan, secretly suspect that it is Cao Cao. But now it seems that it is not possible to discuss this issue.
It's of no use. At least Cao Zhang is sincerely planning for Xichuan. Although he is still a little green and sometimes even a little childish and naive, he really means it.
Having this heart is enough!
"There are many people in Xichuan Mountain, including barbarians from Nanzhong. They are always a scourge."
In the Chengdu government office, Huang Quan talked eloquently, "I also know a little about the policies implemented by the prince in Jingnan, which is very good! Therefore, I thought that the methods implemented by the prince in Jingnan can be implemented in Xichuan.
Establishing a Daxingfu in Yuexi, specifically responsible for dealing with the barbarians in Nanzhong, I think it will definitely be effective."
Cao Zhang smiled bitterly, "Jingnan's method is not mine.
It was planned by my fourth brother and promoted by me... After Chengdu stabilized, I invited my fourth brother over several times and wanted to discuss some things with him. But my fourth brother pushed me left and right and never refused to come."
The fourth brother Cao Zhang refers to is Cao Peng.
According to the ranking in the genealogy, Cao Peng ranks fourth among the second generation of Cao. Although he is not a direct descendant, Cao Zhang still respects him as his elder brother. Above Cao Peng, only Cao Xiu is left.
After hearing this, Huang Quan smiled bitterly in his heart.
The prince of my family is very forthright and decisive.
Although sometimes she is a bit soft-spoken, for example, in Wu Yi's case, she showed a woman's benevolence, but generally speaking, she is sensitive and eager to learn, not ashamed to ask questions, and willing to study, and she will definitely be a wise master in the future. However, Cao Zhang
Huang Quan's dependence and trust on Cao Peng also made Huang Quan feel helpless and even gave him a headache.
Huang Quan respected Cao Peng and Huang Quan very much.
This is a person who knows how to advance and retreat, and understands priorities.
Huang Quan knew that Cao Peng refused to come to Chengdu just to build momentum for Cao Zhang and not to steal Cao Zhang's limelight. However, when Cao Zhang had a problem, he first thought of Cao Peng, which made Huang Quan feel uncomfortable.
I am your staff!
But he also knew that Cao Peng was Cao Zhang's first teacher, and the two had a very good relationship.
Not only that, the two were brothers-in-law, and even Cao Zhang's son was adopted by Cao Peng the year before last. The relationship between the two was so great that there was nothing to say about Cao Zhang's dependence on Cao Peng. Fortunately, Cao Peng knew what was going on.
, every time Cao Zhang sent someone to ask for advice, he would write a letter asking Cao Zhang to ask Huang Quan and Liu Ba for advice.
"The general's move is also to train the prince.
In the future, the prince will have to control the overall situation, so how can he ask the general for advice on everything? If he doesn't do it right, he may cause trouble for the general."
"I know this too."
At this moment, I suddenly heard a report from the primary school: "His Majesty has ordered that his attendant, Yue Pan, come to deliver the message."
Cao Zhang stood up quickly and took Huang Quan and others to greet him.
The person who came to deliver the message was none other than Yue Ban.
After he saw Cao Zhang, he immediately said: "Prince, your Majesty has a secret message for the prince. Please leave the rest."
Secret edict?
Cao Zhang was so excited that he shuddered.
Huang Quan and others also hurriedly exited the hall.
"What is your Majesty's message at this time? How could it be so mysterious?"
Huang Quan couldn't help but asked in a low voice.
But he saw Liu Ba's face was solemn and there was no one around him. He said softly: "Gong Heng, be careful! Your Majesty is sending the edict this time. I'm afraid it's something important... Maybe it's to clear the way for the prince. You
I don't want to speculate."
obstacle?
Huang Quan's heart trembled and he looked at Liu Ba in shock.
However, just when Cao Zhang was receiving the order, Zhang He, Dian Man, Xu Yi and others hurriedly came to the government office.
The three of them looked solemn and did not say hello to Huang Quan.
This also made Huang Quan and Liu Ba feel even more uneasy...
After a while, Yue Ban walked out with Cao Zhang. However, Cao Zhang's face was not pretty, even a bit gloomy.
"Prince!"
Seeing that Cao Zhang was silent for a long time, Yue Ban urged him in a low voice.
Cao Zhang, on the other hand, had a gloomy look on his face and even said in an impatient tone: "Don't make any noise, I know what's appropriate..."
Yuan De!"
"Here!"
"You go to Pi County immediately and ask the general to come.
Just say... Your Majesty has sent a decree and asked the general to come and receive the decree. Go quickly and come back quickly, without making any mistakes."
Unexpectedly, Noriman showed hesitation.
"Prince, do you want me to go?"
"or……"
Cao Zhang's eyes turned and fell on Xu Yi.
Xu Yi immediately said: "Prince, I don't want to go. It's just that my hip is sick and it's really not suitable for riding. Please forgive me, Prince."
Huang Quan almost laughed out loud.
The so-called hip disease, to put it bluntly, is "I have hemorrhoids on my butt", so I can't ride a horse.
Even if he can find such an excuse, Xu Yi is really talented.
Cao Zhang turned his attention to Dianman again.
"Yuande!"
"Okay, then I'll go!"
After Dianman finished speaking, he glared at Xu Yi fiercely, turned around and left.
But this time, Huang Quan and Liu Ba's suspicions were strengthened. The two of them couldn't help but feel panic in their hearts, and they were restless.
Cao Zhang was in the court, pacing irritably.
In the evening, Cao Peng and Dianman hurried over.
"Prince, what is your Majesty's will?"
"The more often you serve!"
Cao Zhang was very embarrassed and turned to look at Yue Ban.
But Yue Ban stood up, took out the imperial edict, and said, "Cao Peng takes the edict."
Cao Peng hurriedly lowered his body to receive the order, "As the general of the expedition to the west, Cao Peng, the new Marquis of Wu, assumed the position of general when he received the order and set off immediately to return to Chang'an."
Liu Ba and Huang Quan were keenly aware that Zhang Hedianman and Xu Yi were all nervous in the court.
The two of them felt their hearts pounding, and cold sweat flowed down their backs, soaking their clothes.
This is clearly to remove Cao Peng from military power!
Cao Peng was stunned for a moment, but acted extremely relaxed.
"Your Majesty Cao Peng, accept the order!"
As he spoke, he stood up and stepped forward, taking the imperial edict from Yue Ban's hand.
"Prince, Your Majesty has an order to immediately order me to rush back to Chang'an... Sir, I have to say goodbye now and hurry up."
"Wait!"
Cao Zhang suddenly said: "Fourth brother, I will go with you."
"ah?"
"My father has a decree and wants me to return to Chang'an.
The affairs of Yizhou will be temporarily managed by Shi Tao, the prefect of Hanzhong, who will act as the governor of Dadu... Also, Your Majesty will establish Daxing Mansion with Yueqi County. He will dismiss Hao Zhao, the southern captain, and worship the governor of Daxing Mansion of Yueqi County. He will take up his post immediately.
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After hearing this, Cao Peng became even more confused!
On the contrary, the three of them, Zhang Hedian, Xu Yi and others, let out a sigh of relief and loosened their grip on the sword hilt.
Zhang He, Dian Man, and Xu Yi knew: I will appoint Youxue as a general and return to Chang'an immediately... If Youxue is not even the slightest bit dissatisfied or shows hesitation after receiving the order, he will be killed on the spot and must not disobey the order.
