Chapter 325: People from Wu County
Liu Feng glanced at Lu Dai, Yan Zhen and others in front of him, thought for a while, and made a decision.
"Fourth uncle, Mr. Boqin."
Liu Feng said in front of everyone: "Someone came from Wu County. It is said that they escaped from the control of the bandits. They came here to ask for help. ."
"A visitor from Wu County?"
A hint of surprise flashed in Zhao Yun's eyes. Almost all the elites of the Jiangdong gentry are in Wuxian County. If they can get the support of the powerful gentry in Wuxian County, the fate of Jiangdong will be determined.
It’s no wonder that Zhao Yun thinks so. Firstly, this is indeed the case, and secondly, it is also Liu Feng’s responsibility. He allowed the Liu Bei Group to expand so fast that Liu Bei’s only few old team members had the mentality Failed to improve simultaneously.
Not to mention Zhao Yun, even the second master at this time respected the nobles, far from being as arrogant and contemptuous as he would be in the future.
Look at the second master in Xuzhou, when did he show his teeth to Chen Deng, Xu Qiu and other nobles?
Of course this is because Chen Deng and Xu Qiu are outstanding talents and can do things well, but the second master has not yet become bloated at this time, and his relatively peaceful mentality is also a very important factor.
Think about it, when the second master is in Jingzhou in the future, he will be really unstoppable, and even Ma Chao and Huang Zhong will have to spray him. Although there are indeed certain political factors involved, personal expansion is also an important reason that cannot be erased.
Zhao Yun has a typical humble mentality at this time. This does not mean that Zhao Yun has low self-esteem, but that he puts the nobles in an excessively high position, thereby neglecting his own strength.
Now Liu Feng's Southern Conquest Army has abundant money and food, elite soldiers, sufficient weapons, advisers like clouds, and fierce generals like rain.
Why do we need to rely on the Jiangdong nobles to determine Jiangdong?
Liu Feng only wanted to improve the price-performance ratio by wooing the Jiangdong nobles. If he succeeded, it would speed up his occupation of Jiangdong and reduce the administrative costs of ruling Jiangdong in the future. However, Liu Feng did not leave the Jiangdong nobles. No more going to Jiangdong.
It's a pity if it succeeds, but it doesn't matter if it doesn't.
"I have long heard that the essence of Wu is in Wuxian. I am a martial artist, and I have also heard that the surnames of Jiangdong are Gu Lu and Zhang Zhu."
Zhao Yun looked excited and said happily: "Can you With their help, the future of Jiangdong can be determined.”
Although there are rumors about the four major surnames in Jiangdong, they have not yet been finalized. However, the major surnames in Jiangdong such as Gu Lu, Zhang Zhu, etc. have been passed down for hundreds of years.
Therefore, Zhao Yun is not talking about the four major surnames of Jiangdong, but the major surname of Jiangdong.
"Fourth uncle."
Liu Feng spoke at the right time, and everyone's eyes focused on him.
I heard Liu Feng reproachfully say: "My father is now a hussar general, and my nephew has also been favored by the emperor and has to conquer the south. Our hussar army is under the order of the emperor." , the imperial court ordered to go south to conquer Yuan Shu and Sun Ce and restore Jiangdong to the country. If the Jiangdong nobles still consider themselves to be Han ministers, they should eat their own food in order to welcome the king. "
Zhao Yun, Teng Dan, and Yan. The three people looked at Liu Feng with shock in their eyes, but Lu Dai's eyes burst into light.
“What they are doing now is just the icing on the cake, not a timely help. Moreover, even if it is the icing on the cake, the bet is too small.”
However, Liu Feng was indifferent and continued: "Do you really think that our conquering southern army and conquering Jiangnan can't do without Gu Lu and Zhu Zhang? If they are brave enough, they can support the rebel army and give it a try. I will naturally let them They will know whether my sword is sharp or not!"
Zhao Yun and the others were completely shocked by Liu Feng's words, but after thinking about it carefully, they realized that what Liu Feng said made sense.
If the Jiangdong nobles really want to bet heavily on the Conquest of the South Army, then this is not the time to contact them and give them away.
To put it another way, what were they doing there long ago?
If nothing else, it has been more than a year since Liu Bei and his son took back Guangling. Can the Jiangdong nobles not even find anyone they have contacted?
Not to mention the Lu family, the Gu, Zhu, and Zhang families all have young and powerful patriarchs in charge of their families.
Liu Feng knew these situations quite well, so he was already dissatisfied.
After hesitating again and again, Zhao Yun said: "The stability of Jiangdong in the future may require their help."
Liu Feng shook his head and smiled and said: "The various evil deeds of the Sun family in Jiangdong are too numerous to describe. , Is there any noble family that has risen up to resist? The Lu family is the only one with character, and the rest are not my concern."
Zhao Yun and others were thoughtful, Liu Feng's words were obviously a hint.
There are some things that cannot be said in public, but they need to be known by the public.
"Gentlemen, come out of the tent with me to greet me."
Liu Feng stood up and walked out of the hall at the lead, and the rest of the people hurriedly got up and followed.
After leaving the court, Liu Feng came to the gate of the county government office.
At this time, a carriage appeared in the distance, and the driver was a strong man.
Liu Feng watched the carriage approaching and stopped in front of the county government office.
Xu Chu walked out from behind Liu Feng and greeted him from the side.
After the strong man got off the car, he stood aside honestly and did not do anything untoward.
Then, Xu Chu raised the curtain and said to the old man in the carriage: "Mr. Sheng, general, please get out of the car."
Inside the carriage was the man who was famous in the land of Wu and well-known in Jiangdong. Sheng Xian, the former prefect of Wu County.
Sheng Xian immediately walked down with the help of Xu Chu. This man had fair skin, a slightly fat figure, and a little melancholy. He was a completely harmless little old man.
It is a pity that his reputation is too high. The three counties of Wujun, Kuaiji and Danyang are all willing to obey Shengxian's orders, especially Wujun and Kuaiji. One is where Shengxian is in charge, and the other is It is the hometown of Shengxian.
This is one of the reasons why Sun Quan could not tolerate the existence of Sheng Xian in the future. As soon as Sun Ce died, he couldn't wait to hunt down Sheng Xian.
Even so, it took Sun Quan four full years to find Sheng Xian and kill him.
Liu Feng looked at the somewhat cowardly and honest little old man in front of him. From this man's experience alone, he could know the weakness of the Jiangdong gentry.
Liu Feng once thought that Sheng Xian was really famous in Jiangdong and had too much appeal, so he would be feared by the Sun family.
But after getting to know it more deeply, I discovered that although this is not wrong, there is definitely a big problem.
The problem is why Sheng Xian has such a great reputation. Although he has done a lot in Jiangdong, he is far from worthy of his reputation.
He is indeed a famous person in the world, but when the crisis comes, only a few people such as Gao Dai, Zhang family, and Shen family can really stand up and help.
Facing Xu Gong, Sun Ce, and Sun Quan, the Jiangdong nobles did not have much resistance.
Comparing the consequences of Cao Cao's killing and giving in, Jiang Dong is simply ridiculously weak. The so-called resistance is just like a mouse in the shadows, only daring to make some small moves.
"Young man Liu Feng, I have met Duke Sheng!"
Liu Feng respectfully bowed to Sheng Xian.
Sheng Xian and Kong Rong were sworn brothers and world-class celebrities. Whether he was left to appease local forces in Jiangdong or sent to the DPRK to seize the opportunity, he was a very good tool.
Liu Feng naturally wanted to win over him. After all, after defeating Wu, he would definitely continue to go south and capture Kuaiji.
Sheng Xian was startled by Liu Feng's courtesy and hurriedly returned the greeting: "Xian is an old man, stupid and embarrassed. I didn't expect the general to be so courteous and kind to me. Xian is ashamed to receive such love from the general."
Sheng Xian had no ambitions or abilities. He was just a celebrity who was born in the wrong era.
As long as he was born twenty or thirty years earlier, he would be a great scholar.
But although Sheng Xian is cowardly, he is not a fool.
Xu Gong and Sun Ce only tried to catch him and kill him several times. Sun Quan pursued him for four years before succeeding. This shows how strong the old man's connections in Jiangdong are.
Therefore, when Sheng Xian saw Liu Feng, especially after Liu Feng kept a low profile, he responded enthusiastically and even flattered.
In any case, Liu Feng is only thirteen years old this year. With Sheng Xian’s status and fame, he can be a general at once. His flattery is beyond words.
It can be seen that the little old man has been really miserable in the past few years, and he has been forced into this.
"Sheng Gong has been wronged..."
Liu Feng smiled broadly and took the initiative to help him, but his eyes turned to the charioteer: "I think the warrior is quite extraordinary. , what is Gao’s name?”
After the big man cupped his fists and bowed his hands in salute, he replied: "I am Prime Minister Zhu, from Wuxian County."
"Oh?"
Liu Feng's face showed a strange look and asked: "But I am from the Zhu family of Wuxian County." ?"
Zhu Xiang nodded: "Exactly."
Liu Feng then asked: "What is the relationship between Zhu Huan and Zhu Xiumu?"
Zhu Xiang replied respectfully: "Xiu Mu is my nephew, and Xiu Mu's father is my brother."
"Huh..."
Liu Feng became interested and curious. He asked one more question: "Among Brother Zhu's descendants, is there Zhu Zhi?"
As soon as these words came out, the big man felt as if he was struck by lightning, his face was full of surprise, and he said in confusion: "Zhu Zhizheng is He is my son. He is only four years old. How did the general know?” Year, Zhu Ju was naturally four years old.
Liu Feng exclaimed that sure enough, this Zhu Xiang turned out to be Zhu Huan's younger brother and Zhu Ju's biological father.
What a coincidence.
However, the Zhu family was quite courageous in allowing Prime Minister Zhu to personally escort Sheng Xian to Wuxi. If Sun Cejun were to capture Prime Minister Zhu, it would be really difficult for the Zhu family to explain. There would be a high probability of bleeding heavily, and there would even be a risk of ruining the family.
In addition, Lu Kang resisted Yuan Shu in Lujiang, Zhang Yun helped Gao Dai rescue Sheng Xian, and Gu Yong surrendered to the Sun family early in exchange for the protection of the four families. There are reasons why Gu, Lu, Zhu and Zhang became the four major surnames in Wu.
Regarding Zhu Xiang's question, Liu Feng just smiled and said nothing, changed the subject and said: "Zhongkang, please invite Zhu Zhuangshi to join the government."
After finishing speaking, Liu Feng supported Sheng Xian all the way. Entered the county government office and entered the lobby.
After being searched and inspected by Xu Chu, Zhu Xiang also followed behind.
The reason why Liu Feng called Zhu Xiang was because Sheng Xian was too silly and sweet.
The dignified country has two thousand stones, but he really thought that Zhu Xiang came to Wuxi just to escort him.
If it were really that simple, wouldn't Gu, Lu, Zhu, and Zhang be able to gather together a few warriors with fresh faces?
The Zhu family must risk annihilation and let Prime Minister Zhu take action personally?
The mission of Prime Minister Zhu to escort Sheng Xian is only incidental. His main mission is to negotiate terms. But Shengxian was stupid and didn't know, maybe he didn't think highly of this brave Prime Minister Zhu.
Two more seats were added to the hall, and all the banquet dishes were changed.
Liu Feng invited Sheng Xian and Zhu Xiang into the hall.
"I followed the emperor's order to conquer Jiangdong. It has been two months since I arrived in Jiangdong. Fortunately, the soldiers used their orders and conquered several cities, and I was able to enter Wuxi. However, there is still Wu County standing tall, preventing me from confirming the king's order. Duke Sheng said this Coming from Wu County, can you teach me?"
When Sheng Xian heard this, he looked confused and murmured but could not answer.
At this time, Zhu Xiang stood up and saluted Liu Feng, and then said: "The general does not know something. The people of Wu have been deeply harmed by Sun's thieves, and they have long been willing to resist. , I just hate that my strength is not enough, so I can only stop fighting and avoid the edge for the time being."
"Now the general's army marched south across the river, winning consecutive battles, defeating Xu Kun, and everyone expected the general to be like a long drought. Pan Yunni, I just wish I was in Wu County and couldn't follow the general."
Zhu Xiang made an impassioned speech and was shocked when he saw his superior, Liu Feng, nodding his head repeatedly with a smile on his face, but with no emotion in his eyes. .
After a moment of hesitation, Zhu Xiang made a decisive decision and took out several pieces of silk from his arms and presented them to Liu Feng.
"Conquering the South, this is the defense map of Wu County, the military strength map and the material storage map."
Zhu Xiang held up the silk in his hand, lowered his head and continued: "Xiang Entrusted by the powerful scholars and people of Wu County, I hereby present this map to Zhengnan."
Liu Feng glanced at Xu Chu, who immediately took action.
He walked to Zhu Xiang, reached out and took the silk book, and then sent it to Liu Feng.
Liu Feng opened the silk book and looked through it. Sure enough, as Zhu Xiang said, these were several false and actual maps of Wu County. These include city defense plans, troop deployment plans, material storage plans, etc.
After Liu Feng finished reading it, he felt very happy.
However, this picture is somewhat out of date. The troop deployment on the picture is even the same as that of Zhu Chao's troops. Obviously, the new troop deployment has not been updated.
But even so, the value of these maps is quite high, especially the map of Wu County, which Liu Feng likes very much.
“This type of map is of great benefit to me.”
Liu Feng affirmed the value of the map, but then he changed the subject and said, "But if that's all, it's probably far from enough."
Zhu Xiang's brows jumped, and he heard Liu Feng's hint. .
You want to invest and bet, no problem.
But if your bet is too small, then there will be a problem.
Zhu Xiang did not expect Liu Feng's appetite to be so big.
The Jiangdong nobles did prepare other gifts, but they were used to increase the price.
They thought that the silk map was enough for the first round of trading, but Liu Feng actually said it was not enough.
This is embarrassing.
Zhu Xiang hesitated, but Liu Feng ignored him and turned his attention back to Sheng Xian.
“Sheng Gong has lived in Jiangdong for a long time, so he must be recommended by famous people.”
Liu Feng opened his invitation and said, "I have heard the name of Gao Dai for a long time, but I have not been able to meet him. Could Duke Sheng write a letter of divorce and summon him to see him?"
Gao Dai, a famous scholar from Jiangdong, named Kongwen, He was also a native of Wu County and the son of Gao Biao, the favored minister of Emperor Ling.
Gao Dai's character is really not bad, he is simply a breath of fresh air in Jiangdong.
Wu used eight words to describe him.
That is to be sensitive and intelligent, and to value wealth and justice.
Moreover, this person is also very emotional. He is Xiaolian recommended by Shengxian, so he has been repaying Shengxian all his life.
Even the brothers Sun Ce and Sun Quan admired him very much.
It is a pity that Sun Ce and Gao Dai were alienated by villains and eventually died in an unjust case.
After Sun Ce pacified Jiangdong, he admired Gao Dai very much. Especially his character of being loyal to his master and not afraid of difficulties made him deeply loved by Sun Ce.
But why did Sun Ce, who wanted to conquer Gao Dai, kill him?
It’s just that there are villains in the middle to create a wedge between us.
Gao Dai was proficient in "Zuo Zhuan". In order to befriend Gao Dai and want to suit his liking, Sun Ce actually started to pre-read Zuo Zhuan.
At this time, someone stood up and found Gao Dai first. He told Gao Dai that Sun Ce was a man who was more evil than himself. If Sun Ce asked, Gao Dai should have said that he didn’t know, so that Sun Ce could be reconciled. meaning.
If you only care about meaning and performance, you are in danger.
After hearing this, Gao Dai felt that this was very reasonable, and he actually paid the truth.
But he didn't know that. The man ran to Sun Ce and said, Gao Dai is a general who is only heroic and has no literary talent.
When Sun Ce saw Gao Dai, Gao Dai really kept silent. This angered Sun Ce and sent Gao Dai to prison.
But as soon as this order came out, Wu County was in a panic.
At that time, many people came upon hearing the news and begged Sun Ce to let Gao Dai go.
But this kind of behavior made Sun Ce even more nervous. He felt that Gao Dai was too good at winning people. In addition to being nervous, his great love turned into disgust. In the end, he killed Gao Dai ruthlessly. .
This person's reputation in Jiangdong is now as high as that of Gu Lu, Zhu Zhangzhong's famous disciples.
His family is not really a noble family.
So Liu Feng really wanted to recruit him for his own use.
When Sheng Xian heard this, his eyes suddenly lit up and he praised loudly: "Does Zhengnan also know about Gao Kongwen of Wu County?"
Gao Dai was Sheng Xian's savior, and he saved his life one after another. Several times.
The first time was when Xu Gong was chased and arrested, Sheng Xian was rescued and placed in Xu Zhao's home in Yuhang.
This time was the most dangerous. Gao Dai's mother was arrested by Xu Gong.
The second time, he carried Sun Ce's pursuit and sent him out of Wu County.
Therefore, Sheng Xian also had deep feelings for Gao Dai.
Now that he heard that Liu Feng was interested in Gao Dai, Sheng Xian was very excited for a moment and recommended him repeatedly.
"Now Gao Kongwen should be living in seclusion in Yuhang. If he is interested in conquering the south, Xian is willing to write a letter and send it to where he is, and invite him to come to Wuxi to meet him for the sake of conquering the south."
When Sheng Xian said this , very confident, obviously really thinking that he can invite Gao Dai here with a letter.
Liu Feng nodded repeatedly after hearing this, and immediately expressed his position after Sheng Xian finished speaking.
"In that case, I'll leave it to Duke Sheng. Please ask Mr. Gao to go north as soon as possible."
Liu Feng showed a worried look on his face: "Now Yuhang is also where the battle line is, and the bandits are moving south. Kuaiji is storming Guling on the Qiantang River. Although the rebel army has gone to Shanyin, Yuhang is still in the war zone. "
When Sheng Xian heard this, his expression changed drastically: "Is Yu Hang so dangerous?"
"Exactly."
Liu Feng affirmed with one word.
Sheng Xian nodded repeatedly: "Okay, okay, I will write a letter as soon as possible and ask Gao Dai to go north as soon as possible."
Zhu Xiang looked at it dumbfounded, and his heart became more and more worried. .
Liu Feng's wooing Sheng Xian in this way is a sign that he wants to bypass the Jiangdong family name.
(End of this chapter)