Song Feng retired and returned to his hometown, and later General Yuan Shu served as Jinwu's commander.
Liu Mo discussed various affairs with the Emperor of Japan. The Emperor did not meet with him in private, but also called Cao Cao, Guo Jia, Xun Yu, Xun You, Jia Xu, and Cui Shi, a total of eight people, to discuss matters in the Houde Hall.
Being able to be summoned by the emperor proved their status in the emperor's heart. These people were very happy. Of course, there were also people like Jia Xu who had no choice but to come.
He had not stayed in Ningzhou for a few years before he was quickly brought back to the court and served as a Taiwei. He also made meritorious service in the Xiliang War, following Duan Jue and Zhang Wen, and served as a Taiwei.
It makes sense, but after he took office, he remained as low-key as ever, sitting among the officials and not participating in any struggles, which made the generals unconvinced.
"When Liu Gong goes like this, there are three things that need to be kept in mind. One is to avoid war. The naval force is less than 20,000. The only ones who can be used are Dian Wei's 6,000 cavalry, Gongsun Zan's 3,000, Xu Rong's 10,000, and Dian Wei's 10,000.
The soldiers were originally Dong Jun's fierce soldiers. Dian Wei had been fighting with Yizhou for a long time, Wei Tongshan, and Xu Rong was under Huangfu Song's army. Xu Rong had been a school captain for many years, but he rarely fought in actual combat."
"Those who can be relied upon are Dulu Fengxian and Taishi Ziyi. These two people have not mobilized their troops and horses, and they have lived in Yudong for a long time."
"Therefore, you cannot conquer without authorization."
"Second, it is the safety of the Japanese king. When the Japanese king rushes here, I think there must be some evil people plotting against him, and Liu Gong must protect his safety."
"Thirdly, there are frequent trade exchanges between Donghao and Wadao. The waterway must not be damaged. For specific matters, you can discuss with the prefect Liu Xuande. This man is a great talent and is a disciple of Sikong Lugong." Cao Cao looked at Liu Mo and recounted one by one.
Everyone listened patiently. After Cao Cao finished speaking, Xun Yu shook his head and said: "I agree with Cao Cao's words of avoiding war to protect the Lord, but it may not be necessary for business matters."
Xun Yu said: "If the Japanese king wants to ascend the throne, it will definitely disrupt the situation on the Japanese island. For a long time, the Japanese island has been exchanging goods for the Han's weapons and food. If trade continues, wouldn't it be an act of capitalizing on the enemy? What's more, the situation is in chaos.
, Business concluded that this move would be too difficult for Mr. Liu."
"What Mr. Xun said is wrong. Don't you know that Lu Gong has already said that bartering is not allowed. Now all the countries on the Japanese Islands exchange things for the copper coins of our Han Dynasty and buy things with money. In addition, the Han Dynasty does not accept the Japanese."
The money caused Han money to flow into Japan. There are many Japanese islands, and all transactions are done with Han money. This is Lu Gong’s great strategy. If trade is cut off, wouldn’t it make Lu Gong’s strategy in vain?”
"What's more, the weapons and equipment they bought were eliminated by the Han army. As for the grain and grass, they cannot be stored for a long time. If there is any change, the grain and grass trade will stop. Mr. Xun doesn't know about farming and mulberry, so maybe he doesn't know this," Guo Jia said with a smile.
Xun Yu's face turned red with anger. Seeing him like this, Xun You immediately came to him and pulled his sleeves, fearing that he would start a fight with Guo Jia when he got up. Liu Mo did not speak, thinking about Cao Cao in his heart.
With these words, the emperor looked at Jia Xu who was standing aside, frowned, and asked, "What do you think, Master Jia?"
"Very good, very good."
"Since Master Jia thinks it's very good, how about going over there with Liu Jun?" the emperor asked with a smile.
Jia Xu widened his eyes, pondered for a moment, and said: "Your Majesty, I have been thinking about it for a long time. There are many countries on this Japanese island. If a large-scale attack is carried out, and a lieutenant like Lian Chen goes with him, I am afraid that the Japanese will be disturbed."
The countries on the island collude with each other to resist the king. If the Japanese king ascends the throne, the first thing is not to allow the countries to unite. I think it is enough for Liu Jun to lead 5,000 people."
"After going there, Liu Jun can divide the hearts of the countries, especially the evil horses and the Gounu Kingdom, and he can branch out with Cao Ang, and order Lu Feng to protect Cao Ang first and go to evil horses. It is not convenient to stay in evil horses on the grounds of visiting relatives.
, Liu Mo went to the Dog Slave Kingdom, and there was no need to contact Cao Ang."
When Jia Xu started talking, Liu Mo really listened and nodded from time to time. Xun You frowned tightly. He felt more and more that his status was declining. Originally, Jia Xu was the only one who could compete with him, but
Nowadays, Xun Yu, Guo Jia, Cao Cao and others have come forward one after another, leaving him no place to display his talents. Especially Jia Xu, who has been in local politics for a long time and has left himself far behind.
The other newcomers all looked at Jia Xu in shock. They did not expect that this minister, who was always low-key and never spoke like Cui Shi, could actually have such a talent. The only exception was that it seemed that Cui Xu was the only one who was different.
Well, after Jia Xu finished speaking, this Situ gradually opened his eyes and said a little less clearly:
"I heard that Liu Jun is from Donghao. Donghao fish and shrimp are very delicious. When you go to Wa Island, you can bring some fish and shrimp to visit the kings one by one as gifts. In addition, if you want to bring some back to me, I will give you some in advance.
Don't forget the money when you come back." Cui Xu said and narrowed his eyes again. No one understood what he meant for a moment, Jia Xu moved the corners of his mouth.
Liu Mo looked excited. When he talked about the fish and shrimps from Donghao, he suddenly became energetic. He nodded and said: "I will never forget what Mr. Situ said. When I come back, I will definitely bring it to Mr. Situ."
!Where we are”
"Wait a minute!" Cao Cao said, looked at Liu Mo, and asked: "You must be accompanied by someone when you go this time. Who do you like?"
"Can Huang Zhonghou do it?"
"Can."
Finally, the matter was decided like this.
Everyone left the palace, except Xun You.
Walking out of the palace, Jia Xu had some helplessness on his face. He envied those old ministers who retired and returned home and ignored government affairs. He also wanted to do that. The emperor was becoming more and more difficult to deal with, and now he couldn't stop him. What's more, he was the emperor.
I have a more violent temper than Emperor Xiaokang, but I am only over forty years old this year!! How many more years will I have to suffer in this temple!!
"Well, if I hadn't made any suggestions in that Guzang County back then, I wouldn't have had the troubles I have today."
After the emperor sent away the ministers, he ordered Xun You to rest outside the palace, and ordered Hanmen general Liu An to come over. Liu An would soon go to the Japanese country and become the king of Japan. The emperor had to comfort him. After all, his fiefdom
It is really too far, so there is no risk in this trip. Compared with Liu Xie's King Chenliu, his fiefdom is really unbearable. If he is not comforted in the barbarian land, the emperor's plan may all come to nothing.
Liu An came and paid homage to the emperor.
"Greetings to Your Majesty!"
"Sanlang is here? Come and sit down," the little fat man said with a smile. Listening to the emperor's kind words, Liu An was no longer so nervous and sat in front of the emperor. It seemed that he was not living well these days.
, his face was a little pale, and his whole person was a little thinner. Of the three sons of Emperor Xiaokang, only Liu Bian and Liu An were the most similar to him, and Liu Xie was like his mother.
"Sanlang, I see you don't look good. Why don't you want to go to Japan?"
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The emperor dealt with the memorial on the document and complained: "Look, there is another disaster in Youzhou, I really can't relax for a while." He sighed, looked at Liu An, his face gradually became solemn,
He asked: "Sanlang, I know that you must be unhappy when I ask you to go to Japan. Do you know why Liu Xie was asked to go to Chenliu, and you went to Japan?"
Liu An felt a little bitter in his heart. Of course he knew it, because the emperor and Liu Xie were from the same mother.
However, he could not say these words.
The emperor said: "Are you thinking that Erlang and I share the same mother, but you are not? Is this true?"
Liu An suddenly raised his head, his face gloomy, but he did not answer.
"You are wrong. You and I are both the sons of my father. Not to mention that you have been in the hands of my mother since you were young. I love Erlang and you in general. The reason why I let you go to the Japanese country is because you and I are the same.
Kind father!"
As soon as he said this, Liu An looked a little panicked and said: "Your Majesty." The little fat man interrupted him with a wave of his hand and said, "Don't be scared. I mean that Emperor Xiaokang is an immortal wise king. You and I
My father is similar in that he is courageous and capable. In this regard, Erlang is not as good as you. I sent you to the Japanese country just because I want you to be able to stabilize the Japanese country and let the Han Dynasty completely solve the worries in the Northeast."
"Except for you and Erlang, I don't have anyone I can trust."
As the emperor said, Liu An also gradually calmed down. The fear on his face no longer appeared, but he was a little excited. The two brothers chatted for a long time, and then the little fat man said goodbye to Liu An and asked Liu An to prepare for his trip.
After he left, Xun You walked in. He was a little confused. He didn't know why the emperor left him alone. The two sat facing each other.
"Master Shijun," the emperor said: "I sent Sanlang to the Japanese island, but I want a prime minister who can handle the major affairs of the Japanese country. In this temple, the only person I can trust is Master Master. Master Jia is becoming more and more distrustful."
I am the only one who pays attention to you, Master, and treats me as before. I am very happy. I wonder if Master, Master, can solve my worries and go to the Japanese country?"
Xun You didn't know how to answer for a moment, so he thought for a moment and said, "I will definitely live up to your majesty's high expectations!"
"Master, please don't speak like this. Sanlang has had many disagreements with me since he was a child. Master, when you go here, you must take good care of Sanlang and not let him make a big mistake. Otherwise, I don't know what to do. After all, he is
He is my brother. As for the affairs of the Japanese country, Shijun will listen to Liu Mo for the time being. When the matter is decided, Shijun will govern the Japanese country with his talents. I will have no worries!!"
Xun You thought in his heart that Jia Xu's ability has been continuously improved since he was in charge of politics abroad, and now he has been left behind. With Xun Yu and Guo Jia in the court, he has no way to use his ability. If he can go to the Japanese country,
It may not be a good time to display your talents and knowledge. Thinking of this, he nodded heavily and said: "I accept my order!"
The little fat man had tears in his eyes and held Xun You's hand.
"I and you are the story of Taizu and Liuhou!"
At this time, Huang Zhong also came to Liu Mo's courtyard.
"Liu Jun, do you live here?"
Huang Zhong's eyes widened, looking at the farmhouse scenery, he felt a little incredible. How could the imperial censor of a country live in such a place? He hadn't retired and returned to his hometown yet! Liu Mo stepped forward enthusiastically, invited him in, and then
He hurriedly closed the door and said: "Huang Jun, don't look at the simplicity of my mansion. The beauty in it is not enough."
Huang Zhong walked in, looked at the chickens that were pecking, laughed, and said: "No wonder they call you the "Chicken Censor", but now it seems that it is so!" Liu Mo smiled,
He didn't say much, but suddenly someone said: "Is this Huang Zhonghou, who is known as the "Void General"? I heard that General Huang is brave and defeated thousands of enemies in his life, and he is the Zhonghou of the Northern Army!"
Huang Zhong was furious, and turned around to look, but he saw half a young man talking angrily. Liu Mo was shocked, and quickly stepped forward, stopped in front of him, and said with a smile: "He is still young.
Don't be angry, general, if you don't know what's going on." After Huang Zhong became the captain of the Yangzhou Navy, he never had a war. The biggest battle was when he helped fight against Chenla in the south and captured thousands of people in Chenla.
Therefore, many people say that Huang Zhong achieved high status without merit.
Huang Zhong stared at the boy for a long time and then asked: "Is this your son?"
"No, yes"
"My name is Zhuge Liang, and I am the disciple of Master Shijun!" Zhuge Liang raised his head and said. Liu Mo's eyes widened and he was at a loss.
Huang Zhong grinned and said, "Yes, I have a son who is older than you, but not as clever as you." Seeing that Huang Zhong did not blame him, Liu Mo breathed a sigh of relief. He had just thought
Then, if Huang Zhong wanted to beat Zhuge Liang, where should he run with Zhuge Liang? He pulled Huang Zhong with a smile, sat on the table, and started to get busy.
Huang Zhong looked at Liu Mo who was busy in the distance and asked, "The emperor has issued an edict that you and I should go to the Japanese island together. When will we leave?"
"For these few days, I have been silent for a long time, and I have thanked the general for escorting me. I hope that the general will forgive me and forgive me."
"I wonder why you want me to go with you?"
"I don't have any friends in the temple. I only know the general and I have to work for him alone." Liu Mo slaughtered the chicken and replied with a smile.
Huang Zhong shook his head and said: "I'm not in trouble, but the fact that you just came back from the southwest and rushed to the Japanese country shows that you are very eager to perform meritorious service." Zhuge Liang snorted coldly and said: "General, look at this courtyard.
Master, is there any covetousness for wealth and honor? All the officials are mediocre people, so Master, you are so busy. Why would the general speak like that?"
"Okay, don't say any more, General, I've made this meal very delicious."
"A gentleman is far away from the kitchen. Mr. Liu should hire some domestic slaves."
"Hahaha~ How dare I, a barbarian, call myself a gentleman?"
"The house slave's cooking is not as delicious as my cooking. The general will find out later," Liu Mo wiped the sweat from his forehead and said with a smile.
Huang Zhong looked at Liu Mo who was busy in front of him and was speechless, but his heart was a little complicated.
Is this person really as unworthy as Sun Wentai said?