When Liu Wei was writing Chen Liuguo's diary, Cao Cao, who was in Bingzhou, was not idle.

Taiyuan County, Jinyang County.

Cao Cao and Wu Jing sat on the main seat, and on the left hand side were the Taishou of the nine counties of Bingzhou.

The seats on the right reserved for the county lieutenant were all vacant, and none were there.

The prefectures, counties and counties in the interior of the Han Dynasty were generally led by the chief official, that is, the administration, military power, and justice were integrated.

In the border counties, there are often county commanders who lead troops to deal with enemy attacks.

After the Qiang rebellion and the Xiongnu raids, the nine counties all set up county governors, that is to say, the military power of the prefectures was actually in the hands of the county governors, not under the state ministers or taishou.

Wu Jing glanced at the nine vacant positions, and suddenly smiled and said, "Cao Sima, maybe you have something important to delay, why don't we start, don't wait." ”

Cao Cao's face was expressionless, sitting still, his eyes staring straight out of the door.

The nine Taishou stared intently at the new state pastor and the right Sima Cao Cao of the Great Sima Mansion, and their thoughts were floating.

The imperial court clearly wanted to transfer the military power from the imperial court or Shangshutai to the Great Sima Mansion, which was originally an official document, but the county governors everywhere had reasons to resist, one was that they were used to being free and comfortable in the border and were unwilling to accept the 'strict laws' of the imperial court. Second, they have always been headed by the state minister, but now they suddenly have to receive orders from the Da Sima Mansion and Bing Cao who suddenly appeared, which is 'very unaccustomed'. Third, once they are separated from the complex network of local relationships, they will have no roots and will find it difficult to gain a foothold.

The nine Taishou looked at each other with different expressions, and no one said a word.

'Separation of military and political affairs' is about military power, and it has nothing to do with them. But Wu Jing, the Xinzhou pastor, is here, reminding them that there is another thing related to them - Hebing County.

Shangshutai plans to merge the nine counties and ninety-eight cities of the state into six counties and fifty-nine cities, and this time there will be three fewer taishou and thirty-nine county orders, who is this 'less', and 'who is less'?

This is also the reason why the nine Taishou had to come.

They have to fight for themselves, and they have to fight for those under them!

Cao Cao was silent, and the others were not easy to speak, so they could only look at Wu Jing.

After Wu Jing opened his mouth to say a word, he didn't move, like an old monk sitting still, silently.

"I've helped everything I can, and I'm still going to stay in the state, but I won't offend people for you Cao Cao." Wu Jing was sure in his heart that he didn't mean to say anything more.

On the left side of Cao Cao were still standing Cao Hong, Cao Ang and others, and there was anger on their faces, and they couldn't bear it.

Cao Cao didn't speak, Wu Jing didn't speak, and the others didn't dare to speak up.

Everyone has their own thoughts, and they are sitting in danger, but in fact, the rest of the eyes are on Cao Cao.

I don't know how long it took, Cao Cao's eyes opened slightly, and he said, "Is it more than half of the time?" ”

Cao Hong immediately stepped forward and said in a deep voice: "Back to the right Sima, it's more than halfway through." ”

Cao Cao snorted, turned his head and said to Wu Jing: "Wu Envoy, according to the rules, you have a total of 20,000 soldiers in the state, county, and county, which should be enough to deal with some small changes, right?" ”

Wu Jing's expression changed slightly, and he said quietly: "Cao Sima, these are city defense soldiers, and they must not be mobilized unless they are important. This little change refers to ......"

Cao Cao's eyes were calm and abnormal, and he said: "According to the plan of the Great Sima Mansion, the soldiers and horses will be collected from all over the country, and they will be under the jurisdiction of the imperial court, and the troops will be stationed in Yanmen and Taiyuan." The nine county governors were drinking, and Ben Sima went to meet for a while. ”

Wu Jing's face was suddenly full of righteousness, one hand pressed on the back of Cao Cao's hand, and said: "Cao Sima, don't be angry, the captains of all counties have led the troops for many years, and the relationship is complicated, once it is forced, you and I can't afford it!" ”

Soldiers, the major affairs of the country, every move must be cautious, once the mutiny, the world will shake.

Cao Cao got up, and under everyone's gaze, left the Daya.

Wu Jing looked at his back, his expression gradually became solemn, and he whispered to the little officials on the side: "Go, keep an eye on them, if there is any movement, report immediately!" ”

"Yes." The servant responded and retreated through the side door.

Wu Jing's face was not good-looking, and he was worried that Cao Cao would lead to trouble, and when the time came, he would have to carry the black cauldron, looking at the nine Taishou in front of him, becoming more and more unpleasant, snorting coldly, and said: "I know that you county guards have something to say, but the ugly words of this official are ahead, the 'New Deal' aims to eliminate maladministration, secure the people and strengthen the country, and is a national policy that benefits the country and the people!" I don't care what you think, I advise you, take your thoughts, at least outside, you all have to support the 'New Deal' to the official with one voice, but whenever the official hears someone accusing the 'New Deal', be a two-faced person, Shang Shutai can stop He Hao, and this official can also stop you! ”

The nine county lieutenants instantly looked awe-inspiring, and they all raised their hands and said, "The subordinate officer receives the order!" ”

He Hao's fate is really shocking.

He Hao did not resign, but was detained in Honglu Temple, and his attitude against the 'New Deal' gradually spread, and between the government and the opposition, it seemed that he was beaten into the ranks of 'ministers'!

They can accept their resignation, they just sit back and wait for the direction of the wind, and they can recover at any time, but they can be labeled as 'ministers', not only will their careers be cut off, but they will also affect the clan!

This is something they will never accept!

Seeing their attitude, Wu Jing's expression eased slightly, and said lightly: "However, you can also rest assured, merge the counties and counties, I will try my best to take care of you, there are vacancies in various places, and there are many county orders, and this official can personally recommend them to seek a good future for you and your protégés." ”

"Thank you." When the nine people heard this, whether they believed it or not, they still raised their hands and said with gratitude.

The Jiangdong forces represented by Wu Jing showed signs of rising in the imperial court, and everyone was somewhat comforted in their hearts, not as nervous as before.

Wu Jing saw that this stick and jujube were very useful, with a hint of a smile on his face, and said: "Also, according to the new regulations, the state lieutenant commands the state city defense army, and the position is second only to this official. As well as the state, county, and county governors, they can go directly to the imperial court, and they are in a humble and powerful position, and those who are interested or sages can be recommended by themselves. ”

The eyes of the nine people lit up instantly, and their expressions moved.

These official positions have great benefits, the state governor is second only to the state pastor, this is an important position, and it is impossible to say when he can be promoted to the state pastor or enter the imperial court.

And the 'Zhisu Duwei' was originally a Beijing official, with a humble and powerful position, and could be promoted in the court at any time.

A group of people couldn't help whispering, if they didn't have any scruples and didn't know much about the new state pastor, they were afraid that they would have to recommend themselves and their subordinates on the spot.

Wu Jing became more and more satisfied, touching his beard, and feeling a little full of ambition.

On the other side, Cao Cao came to a restaurant and stood downstairs, his long narrow eyes flashing with cold color.

Cao Ang followed beside him, hesitated, but still said in a low voice: "Father, you still have to be cautious. ”

Cao Hong lost his temper and said coldly: "They are eating and drinking here, let Sima wait over there, and be cautious, just arrest them all, see what they have to say!" ”

Cao Cao's expression did not move, and he said, "Have you transferred it?" ”

Cao Ang looked back and said, "It will be half an hour at most." ”

Cao Cao directly raised his feet and walked upstairs.

Cao Ang was worried, but he also followed.

As soon as they walked up the stairs, Cao Cao, Cao Ang, and Cao Hong heard all kinds of shouts in their ears.

Cao Cao walked up expressionlessly, came to the second floor, and at a glance, he saw that in the private room not far away, there were staggered and shouting like thunder.

In the private room, the nine county lieutenants were already drunk, and they had no way to talk.

One of them, five big and three thick, stared wide-eyed, and said angrily: "I think back then, when I was in the party, I was in front of His Majesty, the Huns were like rain of arrows, and Lao Tzu was stunned and didn't retreat!" Later, His Majesty patted me on the shoulder and said that I was good. ”

"Ah, I remember, Lao Chen was born in the forbidden army and has been following His Majesty all the year round......"

'Lao Chen' snorted proudly and said: "How did Your Majesty be surrounded by the Huns in the party at that time, it wasn't that Cao Cao who led him, I thought he had ill intentions at the time, but now it seems that he is really a traitor!" ”

"Not bad! Cao Cao wants to take our military power and ask us to go to the garrison for training, why? When Lao Tzu joined the army, he Cao Cao didn't know where to pee and mud! ”

"Why should he check our grain and grass? Those money and food, Lao Tzu begged his grandfather to sue his grandmother, did Lao Tzu be greedy for a grain? He Cao Cao, did he give me half a point? ”

"Since Emperor Wu set up Wuyuan County, my Wang family has been stationed for generations and resisted the Huns for hundreds of years, he Cao Cao, why should he transfer us away? Wuyuan County is at fault, can he Cao Cao take responsibility? ”

……

These people spewed alcohol one by one, wantonly venting their dissatisfaction with Cao Cao.

And Cao Cao stood in place, taking in everything.

Cao Ang, Cao Hong's face was ugly, and he wanted to come forward to teach these people a lesson several times, but Cao Cao stretched out his hand to stop him.

"Father!" Cao Ang gritted his teeth and whispered.

Cao Cao smiled slightly, strode forward, and said loudly: "You are all here, but let Cao Cao find it easy." ”

In the noisy private room, there was silence for an instant, and everyone turned their heads to look at Cao Cao, who was walking in a tiger's step.

Pedal stare

The various sounds of stools, chairs, and plates sounded, and someone stood up a little soberly, raised his hand to Cao Cao in fear, and said, "Cao Sima." ”

There are also people who shake their heads with the strength of wine, as if they didn't hear.

Cao Cao smiled warmly, entered the box, pulled a chair and sat down, and laughed loudly: "Sit, Cao Cao doesn't eat people, today Cao Cao is here to send good news to you." ”

The crowd was still struggling to sober up, and they couldn't react to Cao Cao's 'good news', just staring at Cao Cao, their faces flushed, and their eyes flickered.

'Lao Chen' didn't stand up, poured wine to himself, and snorted coldly: "Good news? What good news can there be? If you want our soldiers, if you want our money, if you want our food, you will kill us, and the good news is that you will kill us now? ”

Sitting with him, there was also the governor of Yanmen County, he drank it all, slammed the wine glass on the table, and roared angrily: "I have been guarding Yanmen for thirty years, and I have no merit and hard work, how can the court treat me like this?" ”

The others immediately felt the same way, sympathizing with Zhang Qi, but also rising with infinite resentment towards Cao Cao.

Cao Ang couldn't help but become anxious when he saw the situation change rapidly.

These people are coarse and coarse, they are used to being ferocious all the year round, and they have no rules, plus they have drunk, one is not good, and the three of them have to explain here.

Cao Cao sat there, unmoved, and said with a smile: "Zhang Qi, over there in Yuzhou, there is a lack of an old and serious county lieutenant, and the number of people is doubled, and there is a house." Why stay for a long time in the bitter cold land of Yanmen? When you get over there, the heirs of the same clan will enter the Taixue, and the best ones will enter the office first. ”

Zhang Qi, who was originally angry, suddenly opened his eyes and said, "My descendants of the same clan can really enter Taixue?" ”

Zhang Qi was born in the common people, survived all his life, and accumulated countless military exploits before he got an official position as the governor of Yanmen County, but in the end, he was a common man, and he could not shadow the heirs of the same clan.

Cao Cao nodded and said, "This is the rule of the imperial court. ”

Zhang Qi's expression moved, and he couldn't help but stand up, and he couldn't help but glance at 'Lao Chen'.

'Lao Chen' drank cup after cup, indifferent to Cao Cao's words.

Cao Cao took in his expression, smiled unabated, and said more and more loudly: "Lie, Your Majesty is in the palace, and often mentions you, saying that you were very brave back then, standing in front of him, not afraid of death, thinking that you are not afraid of delaying your future." ”

Lie's face changed suddenly, he sat up suddenly, and said urgently: "Your Majesty, did you really mention me?" ”

Cao Cao smiled even more and said, "I said, you were under the city wall at the time, and I patted you on the shoulder, asking you to do a good job, and you will be crowned a marquis or something in the future." ”

Chen Lie immediately knew that what Cao Cao said was true.

Because, when he was under the wall of the Shangdang City, Liu Wei said this to him!

"Your Majesty!"

Chen Chen popped, knelt on the ground, and shouted in the direction of Luoyang: "Weichen, I am ashamed of your cultivation, and I haven't seen an inch of ...... so far."

Cao Cao immediately stepped forward, helped him up hard, patted his arm, and said in a deep voice: "Husband, how can you cry and cry? Cao Cao is more than forty years old, and he only has a small inch, you are still a few years younger than me, how can you give up on yourself!? ”

Chen Lie gritted his teeth, wiped away the tears on his face, knelt down on one knee, and said loudly: "Cao Sima, but there are orders, the end will do everything!" ”

"The last general too!" Zhang Qi hurriedly followed.

"The last general is willing to obey!"

With these two people taking the lead, how dare the others hesitate, they knelt down one after another, and said 'willing to obey' in unison.

Cao Hong and Cao Ang glanced at each other, secretly breathed a sigh of relief, and admired Cao Cao's methods in their hearts.

"Get up!"

Cao Cao stood in front of everyone and said loudly: "Ben Sima is also the one who leads the troops, how can he not know that you are in trouble?" As long as Ben Sima is here, I dare not say that the generals will be made marquis, but there is no problem with the promotion of officials to three levels! ”

The crowd was suddenly in awe and awe of Cao Cao, and bowed their heads to obey orders.

Cao Cao pulled everyone to sit down, added seats, changed the dishes, and Cao Cao sat on the main seat, chatting and laughing with the nine county governors.

Cao Cao has been in battle for a long time, and he can be regarded as a general, and the war that came out of his mouth went from following Huangfu Song to conquer the Yellow Turban Army, to resisting the Qiang people, and then to pacify the Yellow Turban in Qingzhou, subduing the Black Mountain Army, and conquering Dong Zhuo.

After a series of battles, until late at night, the box was still brightly lit, and the sound of conversation and laughter was endless.

In the Jinyang official office.

When Wu Jing heard the news, he was surprised and wondered: "It is rumored that Cao Cao is a reckless person, how can he have such a method?" ”

Cao Cao bribed nine county captains with one meal, and such a method was not made by reckless people.

(End of chapter)