The origin of the name of Jiuquan is that it is said that Huo Qubing, the hussar general of the former Han Dynasty, drove the Xiongnu here. He poured a jar of fine wine rewarded by Emperor Xiaowu into the spring and drank with the soldiers to celebrate their victory, hence the name. However, although the name remembers the great Han Dynasty in the past,
Although he had great achievements and glory, the common people in the county had forgotten the authority of the Han court.
The prefect You Chu had an old relationship with Zheng Pu. When they worked together in Longxi County, they often talked about music.
When he learned that Zheng Pu was coming, he personally traveled fifty miles to greet him, held a banquet for him, and even called his wife and children to come out to worship him. This was a very grand ceremony and a profound friendship.
But when Zheng Pu mentioned the establishment of the bow and arrow club, he looked embarrassed.
After hesitating for a while, he carefully considered his words and said, "Although I don't want to refute Zijin's argument, it may be difficult for the Bow and Arrow Society to be implemented in this county. It's not that this is inappropriate, but the people of Li Shu are uneasy!"
It was obviously an act to protect the homeland, so why did it cause the common people to feel uneasy?
Hearing this, Zheng Pu was surprised and quickly urged, "Brother Zhong Yun, please speak clearly."
"It's because of the great disturbance in Hexi during the reign of Emperor Ling!"
First he sighed, and then You Chucai explained the reasons one by one.
It turned out that it was because Emperor Ling launched a rebellion in Liangzhou in the past, which caused the Hexi region to fall out of control for decades. It was not until the Wei Kingdom that the war was completely quelled. This also made Li Shu's impression of the Han government still remain one of excessive expropriation and weak military force.
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Wei's reputation in Hexi was also not good.
Not only did they implement the "World Military System", but the Qiang and Hu tribes often bullied and condoned the right-wing and powerful actions.
Among them, Jiuquan County is the place that suffers the most.
This led to the local people's extreme distrust of the government.
Now at the time when the Han and Wei Dynasties were fighting at the Fortress of Manyin, the gateway to the Hexi Corridor, the government suddenly promoted the Bow and Arrow Society. Li Shu did not believe that this was an act to protect his hometown. Instead, he thought that the Han court intended to use them as backup soldiers, or maybe
It is similar to the "World Military System" of Wei State, which exploits them in disguise.
"Zijin, from my point of view, the promotion of bow and arrow society in the county should not be done too hastily."
After explaining, You Chu softly admonished, "Although this is a good deed, it will not be too late to make further plans after Zhangye County's implementation has been effective and all the common people in this county have cleared up their doubts. If it is implemented forcefully, it may be counterproductive."
Zheng Pu cannot accept this.
He came all the way here, how could he accept the discordant outcome?
What's more, hiding troops among the people was a national policy decided upon by him and the Prime Minister. It was related to the Han's plan to expand the cavalry in the Northern Expedition. How could it be abandoned halfway!
Therefore, after hearing this, he hesitated for a while and then asked with a slightly puzzled tone, "Brother Zhong Yun's reputation as an official in Liangzhou is so good that he can't make Li Shuying follow him?"
Indeed, he could not help but have doubts.
When You Chu was the governor of Wei Longxi in the past, when the Han army suddenly came, even though there were few soldiers and no reinforcements, the people in the city were willing to fight with him to the death. Now he has been in Jiuquan for nearly a year, and he is still
Can't you convince Li Shu?
Furthermore, You Chu was originally from Wuwei County.
To the Li Shu people of Jiuquan County, You Chu was a person of the same mind and body as them.
"I don't want Zijin to think so highly of me."
Hearing this, You Chu smiled brightly. He first raised his wine cup to express his thanks, and then slowly said, "Although I have a small reputation, I grew up in Guanzhong when I was young, and I have never served in Hexi since I entered my official career.
Officials, so it’s difficult.”
After a pause, he said hurriedly, "It's not because I shirk it because I don't want to share the worries of the imperial court. We are actually the head of the Gongjian Society, and the vice-presidents, recorders, etc. all have to hold official positions in the imperial court and are dependent on the military."
Governing affairs by law is no different from recruiting soldiers in the county. Even if I try my best, I can't forgive the common people."
Well.
Zheng Pu was speechless for a moment.
The purpose of forcing the leaders of the society to take up official positions in the imperial court was to prevent the Bow and Arrow Society from becoming a tool for right-wingers or careerists to gain personal power in the future, and to curb the risk of turmoil before it occurred.
It is a non-negotiable principle.
After all, Emperor Guangwu Liu Xiudu had previously abolished the county-capital examination system because of this.
How could the Prime Minister now sow the seeds of future chaos in Hexi Gangji due to temporary gains?
"As Brother Zhongyun said, let's put the matter of the Bow and Arrow Club on hold for now."
After pondering for a while, Zheng Pu felt a little sad, "I will write a letter to the Prime Minister to inform him of the actual situation here, and advise him to wait until Zhangye County's implementation has achieved results. By then, I will have to work harder."
But You Chu did not answer, but there was a smile in his eyes, just like the successful look when the two were joking in the past.
When Zheng Pu saw it, he couldn't help but be slightly startled.
Could it be that there is still a turning point in this matter?
Asking this question in his mind, Zheng Pu pinched his beard and thought.
After a moment, he suddenly realized that he couldn't help but pointed at You Chu and laughed and cursed, "You Zhongyun, you are planning to discuss the affairs of the country, but you are so cunning and neglectful. You don't say anything about the strategies that are obviously beneficial, and you pretend to be toying with me!"
"Hahaha~~~"
Suddenly, You Chu Changhuai laughed and retorted with his unforgiving words, "I have been with Zijin for many years, and I have been teased many times. Now that I have the opportunity to show off my quick words, how can I ignore it!"
After laughing for a long time, he lowered his face and apologized, saying sincerely, "Although I am a liar, my words are not sensational. If the common people of Jiuquan are not suspicious, the only choice is to ask Yang Boyang to be the head of the society! To protect the hometown.
It is not difficult to ask him to contribute, but with his temperament, he will not accept an official position in the imperial court."
Yang Boyang is Yang Feng.
He was famous as a knight in his youth, and as a man of integrity regardless of life and death, he had great prestige in the county and could convince the common people to follow him. The government only needed to ask him to raise his arms, and the bow and arrow club was successfully established.
Likewise, he is the best choice for the head of the club.
However, he had previously given up his official position in the Wei State and returned to seclusion, and he would not accept an official position in the Han Dynasty, which would tarnish his reputation as an official.
But it doesn't matter to a big man.
For a person like this who does not care about life and death and works for righteousness, the court does not need to worry that he will seek power for profit and breed arrogance.
The reason why You Chu did not make it clear first was because he served in the Wei Dynasty first and then as a minister of the Han Dynasty. If he wanted Yang Feng to participate, it would be better for Zheng Pu to invite him personally rather than to come forward.
As for the special case owners who are not restricted by the imperial court, will there be hidden dangers in the future?
No need to worry.
As long as Yang Feng is asked to organize the Bow and Arrow Society, Li Shu will truly feel that the imperial court has no intention of disguised oppression. It will be a matter of smooth flow for the future leaders of the society to accept official posts from the imperial court.
"That's all, follow the authority in urgent matters."
Zheng Pu, who had lowered his head and thought for a while, nodded and said with a smile, "Now that the Wei Dynasty has invaded, the top priority is to appease the people of the counties and counties in Hexi. It is imperative to promote the bow and arrow society and hide troops among the people. Yang Boyang is appointed as the head of the society.
Not being held in an official position is also of great benefit to the court, and I believe the Prime Minister has no reason not to allow it. The next day, Brother Lao will take me to visit Yang Boyang. If he is willing to help, I will write a letter and explain the reasons in detail to the Prime Minister."
"good!"
When You Chu heard this, he raised his palms and praised him.
The next day, the two men, escorted by more than ten retinues, rushed to Biaoshi County in light gear.
Therefore, Zheng Pu unexpectedly met an old friend.
