Section 4 General Zhang He

In February, I began to build a new compound, and it was a pity that the two merchants of Su and Zhang bought the land for me, and besides, the 100 people accompanying us could not be crowded into the neighbor's house all the time.

However, as a result, construction is being carried out at home, and this home cannot stay for the time being. It just so happened that Guan Ning wanted to visit celebrities everywhere and give out the books he had compiled by the way, so I decided to leave 20 soldiers and Jian Yong to supervise the construction of the house, and take the rest of the people with me to go straight to Yingchuan.

Historically, Yingchuan is a place of famous people, Yuan Shao's strategists Guo Tu, Xun Chen, Xin Ping, Xin Bi, General Chun Yuqiong, Cao Cao's strategist Xun Yu Xun Wenruo, Xun Yu Xun Gongda's uncle and nephew, and the ghost talent Guo Jia Guo Fengxiao are all from Yingchuan. I've wanted to visit this place for a long time since the Three Kingdoms period and see who is there, and now I finally have the chance.

Out of Zhuo County, I consciously led everyone to Renqiu in Hejian. Renqiu, our first stop, here is a wise general Zhang He, the word Junyi. After the Yellow Turban Rebellion, he was recruited to recruit the Yellow Turban as a military Sima and belonged to Han Fu. After Han Fuju surrendered to Yuan Shao in Jizhou, he returned to Yuan Shao with his troops.

Among the generals of Cao Ying, he was known for his resourcefulness and flexibility in the use of troops, and his familiarity with the changes in battle formations. In the battle of Yuan Cao, he gave Yuan Shao a very good idea, but unfortunately it was not adopted, and later the Yuan army failed, and he was framed by Yuan Shao, depressed, reluctantly surrendered to Cao Cao, and since then he has shown his skills and made many achievements.

In the later period of the Three Kingdoms, Zhang He was almost the only famous general of Cao Wei to resist Zhuge Liang of the Shu Han Dynasty. Especially the battle of Jieting, Zhuge Liang lost face, and the Shu Han generals led by Zhuge Liang had a big headache when they mentioned him. In the end, Zhuge Liang specially designed to set up an ambush at the wooden gate when the soldiers retreated to Qishan, and Zhang He was ambushed and killed by arrows.

Historically, Zhang He has not yet become a leader, and it would be beautiful if he could be pulled into his command. Besides, I have a fierce general Guan Hai by my side, and my martial arts are not bad, so it shouldn't be too difficult to win over and clean up a Zhang He.

Hejian Renqiu is not far from Zhuo County, but it is only two or three days away. Along the way, I learned Go with Tian Chou Guan Ning all the way, and arrived at Renqiu leisurely.

In the past, I also learned Go, but unfortunately my level is not high. Although combined with some modern Go theories, it is not difficult to defeat mediocre moves, but if you meet a master, you will definitely die an ugly death. This time, I was able to systematically learn the theory of Go, and the 19-way chessboard was not used much in the Eastern Han Dynasty, so I thought that although I could not expect to be invincible, it should not be a problem to become a master. This will also be a tool for me to deal with Baume & Mercier in the future.

Soon after, we arrived at Renqiu.

After resting at the inn, Guan Hai and I inquired about the whereabouts of Zhang He (this word is difficult to type, so the word "he" will be used instead in the future). For martial artists, Guan Ning Tianchou was not very interested, so the two of them studied chess games in the inn.

Zhang He was easy to find, and he was very famous in the river, and as soon as we mentioned his name and surname, someone immediately offered to lead us there. Thinking about it, it should be like this, otherwise Zhang He would not have been appointed as a military commander as soon as he came out. Alas, it is higher than Liu Bei's position in history. In this era, as long as the literate people are the children of the family, they are more or less famous-at least more famous than the lonely and poor Liu Bei, if they work harder, it is difficult to think of not being famous.

Hearing that I was coming, Zhang He immediately walked out the door. Seeing him politely and respectfully, I felt in my heart that this was very different from the treatment I suffered when I visited Yu Ban.

When Zhang Yiyi met, he asked respectfully: "Gong Ke led 200 light pawns at that time, and Liu Bei Liu Xuandegong, who chased the Xianbei thief for thousands of miles?" ”

I replied modestly: "I am the same Liu Bei, but the rumors are not credible, it is too exaggerated, I did not pursue the thief Kou Qianli, but only pursued 200 miles." ”

Zhang He said respectfully: "Gongsheng is not arrogant, he is admired, I don't know if Xuande's father-in-law came to our mansion, what he taught me." ”

I also replied respectfully: "Those who are ready to leave their posts, don't dare to call me public without authorization, you can just call me Xuande." Today I have come to ask you for a lesson in the art of war. ”

Zhang He also replied respectfully: "Kuwen Shishi and the great Confucian Lu Zhi, Wu Congshi and the great hero Wang Yue, Wen Ke Anbang, Wu Ke Dingguo, the day of recovery is just around the corner." He's just a pawn, how dare you let the public come to the door to ask for information, I hope the public can take this opportunity to teach me. ”

"You're welcome," I replied, "Why don't we go into the house and talk." ”

In the next few days, I competed with Zhang He from time to time in martial arts and talked about the art of war, Zhang He was only 17 years old at this time (the same year as Zhang Fei), but he had already shown the demeanor of a general, calm and calm. It's a pity that I have no official position and can't promise him anything.

The parting was imminent, I pondered for a long time, and slowly said to him: "Zhang Heah (he is not old enough now, and he has not yet expressed his words), I see that your martial arts are extraordinary, and you can serve the country, but now the Zhongguan (eunuch) is in charge, if you choose the wrong one, you will trample on what you have learned in your life." Now that the government is in chaos, I predict that the chaos will come soon, if you plan to go out in February or March next year, you can bring your family to Zhuo County to meet me, I will let you get your wish. ”

Zhang He's eyes immediately lit up: "In February and March next year, how can the public be so sure." ”

I immediately said solemnly: "This is a heavenly opportunity, you must not leak it to outsiders, and when the time comes next year, you will know, and when the time comes, I hope you will come to me quickly, I am looking forward to it in Zhuoxian." ”

Zhang He nodded and said, "Don't worry, when the prince recovers, he will follow." ”

My heart rejoiced, but my face was composed: "In this case, you have to wait for another year, and in the meantime you will have no food or clothing, and I will leave you some gold beads, which will be enough for you to spend for a year." Moreover, if the Central Plains is in turmoil, and you move your family to Zhuoxian, how can you be without an escort. You can use these orbs to recruit your family and equip your weapons. If you have anything to do during this period, you can come to Zhuoxian to find me quickly. ”

Zhang Heshi promised to let go of this topic and then talk about some miscellaneous matters.

The next day, we left Renqiu, Zhang He came to see him off, and I introduced him to Guan Ning Tianchou by the way. Hearing the name of Guan Ning, the great sage of the East China Sea, Zhang He was taken aback, and solemnly saluted Guan Ning again, but Guan Ning just casually returned the salute casually, urging me to go on the road.

I looked at Zhang He carefully, and his gaze showed determination. I know there's no need to say anything else at this point.

Patting him on the shoulder, I said briefly, "I'll wait for you."