Hua Xin originally thought that this matter would cause these people to quarrel endlessly and maybe consume some energy. However, he did not expect that after Sikong came forward, everything became so easy to solve and they had no intention of objecting at all. , that is, the silent young man, who seemed to be a little dissatisfied with Sikong, stood there quietly without saying a word, watching everyone discuss.
He didn't even participate in the discussions. However, since he had a low official position and was young, Hua Xin didn't take him seriously.
The remaining people continued to discuss specific matters, such as any screening, deposit and handover of fees, etc. At this time, a dispute finally broke out among several people. Liu Bei said unhappily: "The fees charged by official schools in various places, Wouldn't it be nice to deposit it directly in the local treasury and send it to Luoyang when paying taxes?"
Obviously, his good friend Cui Yan did not agree with his statement. Cui Yan said with some displeasure: "Haha, if that's the case, then it doesn't matter that we don't charge the fee. The local treasury is used for expenditures. The official school charges The money that comes up should be used for official education. If it is handed over to the local government for safekeeping, it will never work. It should be sent to Luoyang in time. It is much better to stay in the national treasury than to stay in the local government!"
"Treasury? How many government schools are there in the country?? All of them have to be sent to Luoyang? Why not let them be kept in the local treasury? As long as I give an order and they are not allowed to move around?"
"Haha, the money and food that disappears out of thin air every year in the local warehouse, maybe Sikong forgot to order it?"
Qianzhao and Cui Yan had the same view, but Hua Xin sided with Liu Bei. Only Guo Jia and the young man were silent. Guo Jia tapped the case lightly, obviously thinking of ways to solve it, and that young man The young man also frowned, but said nothing. Liu Bei looked at the young man and asked displeasedly: "What do you think? Which side do you agree with?"
"Or maybe you haven't thought about it yet?"
"Yeah." The young man nodded and said just one word.
Liu Bei simply ignored him and continued to quarrel with Cui Yan. The more Cui Yan argued, the more excited he became. His hand was already on the hilt of his sword. Obviously, if he could not solve the problem again, he would use his authority. The fine tradition of sheep is about to have a real debate with Liu Bei. He doesn't care if you are Sikong or something else. He narrowed his eyes and his momentum became more and more dangerous.
"Gentlemen, please stop arguing..."
Guo Jia suddenly spoke. When Guo Jia spoke, everyone stopped, but unexpectedly, Guo Jia slowly stood up, looked at Cui Yan beside him, and asked: "Is there a vassal clan here? I'll go and come back." "Everyone, please wait for me..." Guo Jia said and staggered out of the study. Liu Bei and others also fell silent, frowning and saying nothing.
Looking at the solemn atmosphere, Hua Xin wanted to reconcile, but these people didn't care about his words, so he was a little helpless. Guo Jia left for a long time, and several people looked outside the door frequently. Cui Yan was a little confused. He asked impatiently: "Did this guy pass out drunk in Huofan, or did he fall? Should we send someone to check it out?"
Liu Bei shook his head and frowned slightly, as if he had thought of something.
After a while, Guo Jia suddenly opened the door, his clothes were open, and he walked into the study room swaying. He sat in front of everyone. His face was red, his whole ears were red, and he was breathing continuously. He was holding on to his clothes. Seeing his strange appearance, everyone did not dare to speak. However, Guo Jia said in a daze: "Mr. Liu, I have a solution!"
"I have always felt that the Han Dynasty needs an institution that can deposit and withdraw money. Generally speaking, it is similar to a local warehouse. However, you can deposit and withdraw copper coins in different places based on the certificates. The temples are under the jurisdiction of each county.
It has to be set up. In this way, the circulation of money and the deposit and withdrawal of money will have a huge effect on the big man. Including what you said, the money can be stored in this warehouse and then transported back to Luoyang. I think this institution is called a bank.
It is the most suitable..."
"Sikong, don't just listen, write it down!"
Guo Jia said drunkenly, Liu Bei woke up, quickly took a pen and paper, and wrote down what he said one by one. Everyone was speechless and looked at him seriously. After Guo Jia finished speaking, he laughed and said
: "Of course, I can only propose these things. I don't understand money, so I still have to go to Liu Ba. These people should be able to complete my proposal..."
Listening to Guo Jia's words, several people looked at each other and nodded secretly.
No wonder it was Guo Fengxiao who won all four subjects, they were all praising him in their hearts.
Liu Bei also laughed. The matter was settled, and he was quite happy. Supporting the swaying Guo Jia, Liu Bei asked: "Fengxiao, where did you go just now?"
"Well? Of course I went to Shufan..."
"Hey, you and I are so close, so you don't have to lie to me anymore. You just went to get married? Right?"
"Hahaha, you are indeed Sikong, you can see this too..."
Liu Bei smiled, nodded, and shouted at the door: "Here comes someone!!"
The watchman dragged Guo Jia towards Tingwei's Mansion. Guo Jia struggled, but unfortunately, with his body, there was no way to break free. He was held tightly by the watchman, unable to move, and was being held like this.
As he walked towards Tingwei's Mansion, Guo Jia was still shouting angrily: "Treachery! You big-eared thief!! I'm not done with you!! I'm not done with you!!!"
Guo Jia's voice became smaller and smaller until he disappeared.
Everyone also arrived at the gate of Taixue. Cui Yan personally came out to see them off and said goodbye. Everyone was about to disperse. Liu Bei suddenly grabbed the young man who was about to leave and brought him to his side.
Said: "Please accompany me for a walk..."
The young man nodded and walked behind them.
Liu Bei and Hua Xin were chatting, "This matter is considered done. You can go to the Shangshutai alone later to find Cao Chong and inform him of our decision and ask him to do it as soon as possible. Do you understand?" Hua Xin hurriedly said
Nodding, he left towards the Chancellor's Desk. Liu Bei left the young man beside him, walked on the road, looked at him a few times, and then asked: "Are you angry with me?"
"No."
"I forgot your name, and I didn't introduce you just now. However, young people, you can't be so narrow-minded. Among these ministers, you haven't said a word to me... This is terrible.
No, you are still young, and you don’t have to be in trouble with the old ministers in the court because of those trivial things. Do you understand?" Liu Bei advised. What he said was true. This young man was too arrogant, and he wanted to mention something.
Fan.
The young man looked helpless. He looked at Sikong in front of him and finally said, "No...I...I...stutter...I can't...can't...clear..."
", the moment he spoke, Liu Bei was stunned. He stopped, turned his head, and looked at the young man in front of him. The young man was struggling to speak, with his head lowered, and his face was full of shame.
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Liu Bei smiled softly and said: "So that's how it is..." He raised his hands and bowed to the young man. The young man was frightened and quickly leaned down and wanted to speak, but stopped again.
Liu Bei said: "I didn't know the truth and misunderstood you. This is my fault. I should apologize. You don't have to be afraid... Young man, I feel that you are very extraordinary... You will definitely do something great in the future!"
"Many...many...thank you."
Liu Bei shook his head and asked: "What is your name and where are you from?"
"My name is...Zuo...Zuo...Deng Ai, whose name is Shi...Shi...Shi...zai, from Yiyang..." Deng Ai said with his head lowered.
Liu Bei said oh and asked again: "How old are you this year?"
"It has just arrived...to...to...the...year of...the crown..."
"Hahaha, yes, yes, you are young and promising. You can go back today. Another day, I will introduce someone to you... Let's have a good chat. Remember, never feel that you are inferior to others, and don't be so silent.
, you have to speak more, it doesn’t matter, in this world, stuttering is not a disease, some people speak very eloquently, but they just have no brains, young and promising people like you are exactly what the temple needs!"
"Thank you!"
While the two were chatting, they walked towards Sikong Mansion. Deng Ai escorted Liu Bei back to his home. On the way, Liu Bei was surprised to find that the young man in front of him was something extraordinary. He was proficient in scriptures, including various strategies.
, can express his own opinions, but in addition, during the conversation, this guy can accurately tell the current military deployment, and even such top-secret matters as Kushan's plan.
This person is both civilized and military, especially talented in the art of war. He can guess the intention of the Taiwei on his own, and can even point out in detail the advantages and disadvantages of conquering Guishuang. Such a talent surprised Liu Bei. This is a rare gem.
Ah, it shouldn’t be wasted in Luoyang!
Thinking of this, Liu Bei suddenly laughed, looked at Deng Ai in front of him, and asked, "Shizai! How about accompanying me to eat porridge tomorrow?"
Hearing Liu Bei's question, Deng Ai nodded blankly.
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At the same time, Tingwei Mansion.
Man Chong frowned and looked at Guo Jia in the audience. Guo Jia looked particularly solemn and no longer looked as slutty as before. He frowned and said displeasedly: "I didn't take it seriously. I'm just here."
I have political disagreements with Sikong, so I was brought here just now. Boning, as a court captain, do you even want to intervene in such conflicts between ministers?"
Man Chong narrowed his eyes, stood up, and walked to Guo Jia's side.
Guo Jia raised his head, not afraid at all, "Let me tell you, I did take powder before, but not now. As a Tingwei, you know the situation of people who take powder. Look at me, do you have any idea?
Is this a sign of dispersion? This is all slander, please let me out quickly! I have something important to do to find Sikong!"
Man Chong walked to his side and slowly squatted down.
A smile appeared on his face, "Mr. Guo... you really have no signs of taking the drug... But, it doesn't matter, I have my own way..." Man Chong stood up and said to
He shouted outside: "Here comes someone! Bring him here!"
Following Man Chong's roar, several soldiers walked in, holding a large dog in their hands.
Man Chong walked to the big dog and looked at Guo Jia. Guo Jia looked at him doubtfully, not understanding what he wanted to do.
"Mr. Guo may not know that dogs have an excellent sense of smell. We have specially trained this dog. He is very sensitive to the smell of powder. I will ask people to let him go at the gate. If Mr. Guo, you take the powder, you will have that smell on your body."
,hehehe...."
"Then...what will happen?"
Guo Jia asked cautiously.
Man Chong's face suddenly became solemn and he shouted: "Close the door!! Release the dogs!!"