In fact, what Sima Hui said was absolutely correct. When a pottery merchant came to visit him, he would naturally have needs. Otherwise, whose prime minister would have nothing to do and leave so many military and government affairs unhandled, he would go to him instead.
A husband's house in a mountain village eating and drinking together?
Could it be that the Han Dynasty Prime Minister's house can't afford fish? Just this one bite? Don't be ridiculous!
Sima Huiben was a very good person, and he was naturally well aware of the pottery merchant's request for coming here today.
Frankly speaking, Sima Hui is unwilling to get involved in these specific political affairs. He has always liked quietness rather than movement, leisure rather than busyness, and comfort rather than worry.
But no matter what kind of worldly master, facing the supreme power, sometimes he has no choice and needs to make some concessions.
After Sima Hui was silent for a long time, he finally said: "I would like to hear the strategies for governing the state that the Prime Minister has decided after pacifying Jingchu."
The pottery merchant probably guessed that Sima Huihui would ask this question, and then said: "I can't tell you too many specific policies at the moment, but the basic ones are to focus on water conservancy, enrich agricultural production, recuperate and recuperate, and promote population."
"What about the way of employing people? Will the recruitment and appointment of the Jingzhou gentry be different from that of the Yangzhou gentry?"
The pottery merchant was stunned for a moment when he heard this, and then couldn't help but chuckle to himself.
Sure enough, the so-called celebrities are just on the surface. In the final analysis, deep down in their hearts, they still have deep feelings for the future interests of the gentry group in the state and county where they live.
This is also human nature.
"The Jingzhou gentry and the Yangzhou gentry naturally do not distinguish between superior and inferior, and they use their talents according to their talents."
Sima Hui said lightly: "Why do you rely on it?"
The pottery merchant returned to Sima Hui naturally: "To be honest, Cai Mao has been conferred the title of Zuo Zhonglang by the imperial court, and Mr. Zhou Ping and Gong Wei, I also plan to appoint them after Jingzhou is pacified.
The position of county governor must be properly governed by the people of Jingzhou."
Hearing this, Sima Hui stared at the pottery merchant quietly, looking at him so seriously for a long time.
When I was young, I saw Sima Huichang sighing, nodding and saying: "The general is indeed a cheerful person. Since he has spoken so clearly, I can't help recommending talents to the prime minister."
When the pottery merchant heard this, his heart suddenly calmed down.
With Sima Wei coming to the fore, some great sages in Jingzhou can naturally be included.
The pottery merchant winked at Cui Jun who was standing aside.
But Cui Jun said hurriedly: "Sir, although Gongwei and I have joined the Prime Minister's account now, Xu Yuanzhi and Shi Guangyuan have fallen into the mud by mistake and are unwilling to look back. Please Sir, please think of a way to persuade them."
People have long been released from the cage of tigers and wolves..."
These words were filled with righteous indignation and impassionedness, but in reality they were asking Sima Wei to help and persuade Xu Shu and Shi Tao to become the second and fifth sons, rebel against Liu Bei and come under the command of Tao Shang.
From Sima Hui's perspective, hearing this, of course, he felt that it was a little different.
What is this? What do you think I am?
While Sima Hui was bowing his head in thought, Tao Shang said to him: "Mr. Sima, in view of the current situation in the counties of the Han Dynasty, I want to develop official schools in every state and county. I heard that when Liu Biao was alive, the official schools in Jingzhou were always led by the Kuai brothers.
As the presiding officer, but Kuai Yue died in the previous battle of Xiangyang, I think that the Jingzhou official school, no matter who teaches it, should have a highly respected person who presides over it. This person must be knowledgeable and able to win Jingzhou.
All the nobles are convinced that after much deliberation, Tao, you are the only one who can do it."
When Sima Hui heard this, his eyes suddenly lit up.
But soon, he showed a troubled look: "Young Master Taiping has plans for the world. Although it is good to rebuild the official schools, I am just used to it. He suddenly asked me to be the director of the official schools of each county in Jingzhou. This is a bit hypocritical...
"
The pottery merchant naturally understood what Sima Hui was thinking. This old guy lived like a fairy every day, as comfortable as he wanted. Suddenly giving him such a job took up his time, so he would naturally hesitate a little.
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The pottery merchant smiled and said: "Of course, I am doing this just to borrow Mr. Shui Jing's name. Of course, others will do the trivial matters in practical affairs and official studies. Mr. Shui Jing can live his life as he wants.
, don’t worry about these things.”
The potter's words had reached Sima Hui's heart, and the old man was completely relieved.
Now that you have gained a reputation, you don't have to do any work, so this business is really worthy of it.
It is good to be a celebrity.
As the saying goes, Sima Hui is also a very particular person.
"Shicai, from what Mr. Taiping said, it seems that he wants to unite with Samoko, the leader of the Wuxi Barbarians in Wuling County?"
The pottery merchant nodded and said: "That's right. It's just that I haven't found a suitable candidate yet, so I'm a little worried and don't know what to do. This matter is related to the great cause of the unification of the Han Dynasty, so I have to consider it carefully."
Sima Hui smiled and said: "Actually, this matter is not difficult. I recommend someone who can definitely represent the court and persuade Samoko."
"who?"
Sima Hui said: "I know a person who is from Yicheng, Xiangyang. His name is Ma Liang. There is a saying in Xiangyang that he is the Wuchang of the Ma family and has the best white eyebrows. When he was young, this man traveled to Jingnan and learned about the foreign tribes from the Five Streams.
Feng Po is well-trained and has a quick mind. If he goes to represent the court to persuade Samoko, he will be able to succeed."
The pottery merchant was very happy after hearing this.
Unexpectedly, Sima Hui could actually recommend Ma Liang to him. This was really an unexpected gain!
Sima Hui wrote a letter and gave it to the pottery merchant. The pottery merchant immediately sent someone with the letter and a generous gift to Yicheng to invite Ma Liang.
Traveling by water was very fast. In less than three days, Ma Liang and his brother Ma Su arrived in Jiangxia to meet with the pottery merchants.
Ma Liang was indeed just like the legend, both of his eyebrows were white, and his eyebrows were both thick and upturned, which looked particularly strange.
As the potter watched, he thought to himself: This looks like the White-browed Eagle King.
"I've met the Prime Minister."
"Mr. Jichang doesn't need to do it too many times!" The pottery merchant said hurriedly: "I've heard about Mr.'s name for a long time and I just want to meet him. Now that Mr. Shui Jing recommended him, we finally have a chance to meet him. I'm very lucky."
"The Prime Minister really praised me too much, and I can't bear it."
Tao Shang said: "Now that the south has not been completely pacified, I will hire you to work for Jingzhou first. After Jingchu is completely conquered in the future, I will reward you for your merits."
Ma Liang was a very easy-going man and expressed his gratitude to the potter.
The potter was very satisfied with Ma Liang's attitude, then turned to look at the young man behind Ma Liang: "Who is this?"
Ma Liang introduced the pottery merchant: "This is a good place, Ma Di, whose courtesy name is Youchang."
"Ma Su has met the Prime Minister."
Tao Shang looked at this handsome young man quietly. Judging from his appearance, he looked like he was only fourteen or fifteen years old. At most, he had just been crowned.
Although there were mixed reviews and criticisms of Ma Su in history due to the incident of losing the street pavilion, the pottery merchant felt that there was no need to be particularly harsh on him for some things.
Shu was weak against the power of Wei, not to mention that the opponent was Zhang He, a famous general in the world at that time. Let alone Ma Su, even anyone else might not be able to defend it.