Liu Biao's arrangements were completed, and the two Cai brothers were removed from their positions as sailors and demoted to civil officials. The confidant military general Wenpin fully mastered the sailor, and Zhang Yunming was promoted to assist Wenpin in training the sailor. Even if Cai is angry, he doesn't dare to say much, after all, Liu Biao is still angry. Liu Biao quickly discussed the reward for meritorious deeds after the war, on the one hand, to weaken the Cai family's actual control of Jingzhou, and on the other hand, to warn some families within the prefecture and county that meritorious deeds must be rewarded and mistakes must be punished.

After the discussion, Liu Biao left Kuai Liang.

"Wu'er, come and see Mr. Zirou." In the study, Liu Biao said to Liu Qi as soon as he entered the house, "If it wasn't for Zirou's strong support, my father would not have been able to stabilize Jingzhou ...... so quickly."

Liu Qi bowed to Kuai Liang: "The kid has seen Teacher Zirou. ”

Kuai Liang hurriedly helped Liu Qi up and said: "The eldest prince doesn't have to be like this, this should be what a minister should do." ”

The three of them were polite, and Liu Biao said with a straight face: "Although Jingzhou is determined, the threat to the west is also not small, and the clan Liu Yan has always been ambitious, and Wuling County has to guard against it." ”

As he spoke, Liu Biao pointed to the sheep-paper military map hanging in the study, and continued: "Jiaozhou Shixie's family is dominant, although there are many natives, but Shixie's prestige in Jiaozhou has always been very high, not to mention that Jingzhou and the Central Plains are eyeing each other, and this has to be guarded against. ”

"Although Sun Jian died in battle, although Jingzhou has one less strong opponent, as long as his foundation is still there, he will not give up the moment of coveting Jingzhou. What's more, Sun Jian's death must have made Yuan Shu angry, and most of Nanyang County is still in Yuan Shu's hands, what should I do at this time? ”

Although he asked Kuai Liang for advice, Liu Biao stared at Liu Qi in the end. Obviously, in the end, it is the 12 counties of Xinye that bear the brunt of this threat. Kuai Liang smiled and said nothing, he naturally knew exactly what his father-in-law was thinking, and he was more looking forward to Liu Qi's answer than offering advice.

Liu Qi thought about it for a while, and always felt that Daddy Liu Biao was making a big fuss. Looking at Liu Biao's expectant eyes, Liu Qi smiled and said, "Is the father worried that the child will not be able to defend against Yuan Shu's offensive?" ”

Liu Biao laughed, but did not speak, his expression was enough to explain everything.

"Yuan Shu is brave and unstoppable, arrogant and indulgent, with the influence of his ancestors, he can indeed stabilize the situation for a while, but he can't pose much of a threat to the child." Liu Qi spoke wildly, which immediately made Liu Biao Kuailiang stunned.

"Why did the eldest prince say this?" Although Liu Qi's judgment of Yuan Shu is basically accurate, after all, his Yuan family is the fourth generation and the third duke, and Yu Wei is still there.

Liu Qi took a step forward, pointed to the map of Kyushu, and said: "The Central Plains is in a scuffle, all parties can't pull away at this time to enter Nanyang County, Yuan Shu still has to face the threat from Dong Zhuo from the north, and he has to free up his hands to deal with Cao Cao in the Dong Alliance this time." There are still Yellow Turban thieves making trouble inside, how can he have the extra troops to enter the twelve counties of Xinye? Father can rest assured. ”

Liu Biao Kuailiang glanced at each other, and Liu Biao secretly praised in his heart: "This son should be like a mirror, and the situation has already been analyzed by him." But you can't let him get carried away because of this, you have to give him exercise. After pondering for a while, Liu Biao praised Liu Qi and said: "What Wu'er said is true, and you can't underestimate Yuan Shu's ability, the twelve counties of Xinye are important towns in Jingzhou, and they are ...... for my father."

Before he finished speaking, Liu Qi hurriedly interrupted: "Father doesn't need to send more troops to his son, Qi'er is willing to make a military order, and the whole territory will be recovered from Nanyang County in the spring of the next year." ”

Liu Biao was silent for a while, and then said in a deep voice: "Really? ”

"Seriously!" Liu Qi was categorical, "The child doesn't want to rely on his father's Yu Yin, he wants to live out the wonder of my big man Liu family." ”

Kuai Liang frequently looked at Liu Qi with small eyes, but Liu Biao was unmoved, and said after a while: "Since my son has this determination, I won't say much about being a father, but if Nanyang County can't recover it in the coming year, you have to come back to Xiangyang and accept military cuts." ”

"Yes! The child will not let down his father. Liu Qi replied solemnly. The importance of Nanyang County is no less than that of Jiaozhou, and it has been the iron smelting center of the Eastern Han Dynasty for a hundred years. Otherwise, Cao Cao would not have returned to attack Zhang Xiu on a large scale, resulting in the loss of Dian Wei, Cao Ang, etc.

"Father, is it feasible to rely on General Wen alone for Jingzhou's defense?" The military order has been established, and there is no need to talk about the matter of Xinye. Liu Qi then threw out his own questions.

Kuai Liang said: "The eldest prince doesn't have to worry, Jingzhou's defense is not a problem." As the eldest prince said, the melee in the Central Plains is giving me time to recuperate and stabilize my foundation. As for Shixie's mutation, I implore the lord and the eldest prince to believe in my brother Kuai Yue's talents, and will not let the people of Jingzhou and an inch of land be handed over to Shixie. ”

"Although Sun Jian is dead, his generals are still on the side, which makes the lord have to fortify." Kuai Liang paused, "In the next year, the focus is to prevent Sun Jian's troops from counterattacking and attacking Nanyang County. His subordinates suggested that General Wen lead the naval division to garrison Changsha County in case of accidents. ”

"Hmm. According to Zirou's words. Liu Biao was a lot more relieved of Kuai Liang, and most of the basic suggestions were accepted and implemented, "It's just that in this way, Jingzhou's internal defense is less town, general, what should I do?" Besides, Liu Yan of Yizhou may be staring at me Jingzhou. ”

"This..."Kuai Liang didn't think about this, but Liu Biao's reputation was not obvious at this time, and his talents were stretched, and his plans were often not effectively implemented.

Liu Qi suggested: "Father, General Wang Weiwang has followed his father for many years and has quite a talent to lead troops, so it is better to let him guard Wuling County in Jingzhou and defend Jingzhou." ”

"In this way, you lack a general in the twelve counties of Xinye, wouldn't it be difficult to move an inch? No, I can't put my son to death as a father. ”

"The father is too worried, and the grandson has a saying: 'Put it to death and then live', and the child is not incompetent. If it really comes to the point of defeat, the father will not fail to save the child. If a child can't get over this, how can he be a father's son? Liu Qi smiled, "Here, the child implores his father to agree." ”

"Okay, recall General Wang Wei and lead the Ma Bu Army to garrison Wuling County." Although Liu Biao was very reluctant, he also had to do it, in the end, there are too few talents available in Jingzhou now.

"No! Father, the child has one more request, please agree to it. Liu Qi continued, "Xinye has just been recovered, everything is undecided, and there is a shortage of combat power, I hope that my father will give me the right to recruit soldiers, and I also ask my father to promote Mr. Xun Wenruo and others." ”

"Hahaha, your kid is cautious, but it's similar to being a father, that's right." Liu Biao laughed, "Promote Xun Wenruo to be the commander of Xinye County, Shi A is the commander of Xinye, Zhao Yun is the commander of Xinye, and the rest of the people are waiting for you to watch and do it yourself." In view of the new field and new determination, the financial resources of the twelve counties cannot support many troops. 5,000 soldiers are enough for you, in addition, for your father to give you 2,000 war horses as a reward, I hope that my son will enter Nanyang as soon as possible. ”

Liu Qi was overjoyed, "Thank you, father!" "After the Xinye War, the thousands of soldiers who were originally recruited had already been wounded and died, and there were only more than 2,000 left who could fight, and now Liu Biao promised Liu Qi to recruit 5,000 people and supplement 2,000 war horses, which couldn't help but greatly improve his strength, why don't you like it.

"There are a lot of things in Xinye, but I have to work harder. Mr. Xun is a great talent, don't let it go. Liu Biao waited for Liu Qi to be excited, and persuaded: "Early tomorrow morning, Wu'er will go back to Xinye." ”

"Yes! Father. Liu Qi replied and stepped away.

......

"Congratulations to the lord, it is really a blessing for the lord to have such a thoughtful and daring Qilin'er, and it is also an honor for our courtiers." Kuai Liang praised Liu Qi from the bottom of his heart, starting from the frontal killing of Sun Jian, until his performance just now, he was all impressed by himself. If he hadn't seen it with his own eyes, Kuai Liang would have even wondered if it was a fake.

"Zirou praised, whether this self can become a person in charge is another matter!" Although Liu Biao didn't admit it, his expression was fluttering. Thinking about it, he is also very much looking forward to Liu Qi's future achievements. "There is another question at the moment, what does Zirou think?"

Kuai conscience knew it well, and said: "This time, due to Sun Jian's attack, the main public recruitment plan failed, but it was also blessed. My lord can rest assured that this matter will be done by his subordinates tomorrow. ”

"Good. is worthy of being my arm, and the recruitment of talents in Jingzhou will be handed over to Zirou to you. Liu Biao was immediately overjoyed and instructed Kuai Liang to recruit all kinds of talents.