Rejuvenation of the Han Dynasty in the Three Kingdoms

Chapter 146
Liu Yu rushed back from Jicheng, Liu He recommended Gongsun Du, and before he could say a few words, Liu Yu agreed immediately.

It turned out that this year he was also worrying about the candidates for the prefect of Liaodong. He sent four people in a row but couldn't govern Liaodong. Some people even dared not go to Liaodong because the situation was too complicated.

Now Gongsundu is willing to take the initiative to take office, and he is a member of the Gongsun family in Liaodong. He has been a doctor in the court and the governor of Jizhou.

At that moment, Liu Yu invited Gongsun Du to discuss the governance of Liaodong together. Seeing that Gongsun Du knew the forces of Liaodong well and was very insightful, he became more and more happy.

The border governor has the right to appoint first and then to play. Liu Yu came to govern Youzhou this time. Because there are so many vacancies in various places, it is impossible to fill the vacancies for a while. The prefect will take office immediately.

The matter of Liaodong prefect was settled, and the vacancies of officials in Youzhou were temporarily filled. Liu Yu finally breathed a sigh of relief, and brought Liu He to visit Lu Zhi.

Lu Zhi was teaching Zhuge Jin and Liu Ping, and when they heard their visit, he hurriedly greeted them. Now in the entire Youzhou, Liu Yu is the only one who can compare with Lu Zhi in terms of fame and qualifications. Coupled with the marriage, the two have already become confidant.

In the study room, the two sat opposite each other on the sofa, and Liu He accompanied him to cook the wine. This was a one-year-old wine in the cellar of Zhang Fei's house, and the taste was more mellow. altar.

Lu Zhi sipped his wine, but there was no joy on his face, and sighed: "Oh, I don't want to really obey Boxing's words, the court will increase taxes, and the people everywhere will rebel. The world will never have peace!"

Liu Yu also frowned. There was nothing he could do about this kind of thing. Now that Youzhou can be kept without raising taxes, it would be good for officials to be promoted without charging money. It is useless to write a letter to persuade them.

The official Liu Tao committed suicide in prison, and Situ Chen Dan was also framed by the eunuch because he offended the eunuch. He died in prison at the same time as Liu Tao.

After a long silence, Liu Yu said: "There are recent rumors that the general is recruiting celebrities, or he intends to plot against eunuchs. I hope he can do something."

"He Jin is nothing but an ordinary man!" Lu Zhi shook his head, and said with a sneer, "He Jin was born as a butcher, and has always been looked down upon by the officials of the court. He recruited famous people just to elevate his status and win people's hearts."

Liu He listened quietly from the side, and it turned out that Lu Zhi was much stronger than Liu Yu in politics, especially in judging people and judging the situation, which may have something to do with his ability to lead troops.

Liu Yu is familiar with the "Five Classics". To put it bluntly, he is a nerd. He only pays attention to the management of the people. Plant as a military division.

Liu Yu obviously didn't think so much, and said again: "I heard that Zheng Gong is also invited, and if he goes to the court, it may clear up the evil spirit in the court."

"Hehe..." Lu Zhi shook his head with a wry smile, and said, "Junior is devoted to writing books and has no intention of becoming an official. Last year, when the imperial court conscripted him, he was ashamed to be with his relatives, so how could he accept He Jin's invitation? Junior brother asked for a name but didn't." Seeking an official, I'm afraid I won't get involved in an official career again in this life."

Liu Yu sighed: "The eunuchs exercise power, and now He Jin, the foreign relative, is making trouble again, and the court is in chaos. Is it possible that we will repeat the same mistakes?"

Lu Zhi paused slightly with the hand holding the wine glass, shook his head silently, looked at Liu He who was cooking the wine, and asked, "Why didn't Boxing say a word?"

Liu He said helplessly: "It's of no use to discuss the important matters in the court, but I'm worried about Zheng Gong's safety."

Lu Zhi's eyes widened suddenly: "Why?"

Liu He sighed: "Father-in-law also said just now that He Jin was born as a butcher, and now his foreign relatives are in power. Zheng Gong will not be an official in the court, but this will also anger He Jin. If he is recruited by force, he will clash with each other. After all, I still can't twist my thigh!"

"He Jin, how dare he?" Lu Zhi was furious when he heard the words, and slapped the table and shouted: "If Zhu Zi dares to murder Kang Cheng, I will definitely not give up with him."

Liu He poured wine for the two of them, and took the opportunity to say, "Father-in-law is concerned about the safety of the younger brother, and I have a plan to keep him safe."

Lu Zhi took a sip of his wine and urged, "Say it quickly."

Liu He said with a smile: "My son-in-law doesn't know what Zheng Gong's temperament is, but this time He Jin recruited celebrities to promote himself, and he will not give up if he fails to achieve his goal. I'm afraid that the state and county officials will also threaten Zheng Gong. Why doesn't my father-in-law stop writing?" One letter, invite Zheng Gong to come to Youzhou?"

Lu Zhi was startled: "Come to Youzhou?"

"That's right!" Liu He nodded and said, "Now Qingzhou and Xuzhou are plagued by thieves, and it is not a peaceful place. When Mr. Zheng comes to Youzhou, he can avoid the chaos and retire with peace of mind. Secondly, the general has nothing to do with his father standing in his way. Wouldn't it be wonderful for my father-in-law to meet Zheng Gongshi and his brothers, spend their old age peacefully, and learn their skills?"

"Well, this plan is very clever!" Lu Zhi was really moved, and looked at Liu Yu: "What do you think of Bo'an?"

Liu Yuyan said: "If Mr. Zheng is willing to come, I will welcome him, and I will never allow He Jin's generation to bully me."

"Good, good, good strategy!" Lu Zhi laughed, his eyes were a little blurred, he raised his glass and said, "Bo Xing, come, let me toast you."

"How dare my son-in-law?" Liu He hurriedly got up and offered Lu Zhi a glass of wine.

Liu Yu was taken aback, and when Lu Zhi calmed down, he said, "This year's probation period has come, Youzhou can appoint one Xiaolian and two Maocai. I want to name Lu Jun as Xiaolian. To hold a funeral for my elder brother and to observe filial piety, and Lu Xiong sacrificed his life for the country, can be regarded as comforting the spirit of my elder brother, what is the public opinion?"

"Ben Wei..." Speaking of Lu Xiong who died in the battle, Lu Zhi's expression darkened, and he soon returned to normal, and said with a relaxed smile: "He was killed in battle for a thief, and he deserved his death! It's fine, let Ziqing inherit his ambition , to help the Han Dynasty in the future."

"Ben Wei was also a decent person before his death, and he did not disappoint his brother's heart of nurturing." Liu Yu raised his glass and comforted: "This glass of wine is not only a respect for the father, but also a respect for Ben Wei."

The tears in Lu Zhi's eyes faded away, and he laughed loudly: "Hahaha, the man is in the Han Dynasty, and he is in the affairs of the country. He has no regrets to die, no need to be sad, and he should drink three cups!"

Liu Yu nodded, also affected by Lu Zhi's pride, pointing to Liu He: "Bo Xing, you also come to respect Benwei."

Feeling relieved in Liu He's heart, he drank together with his two elders. Historically, Lu Zhi left only one son, Lu Yu, who is still in his infancy. Lu Xiong and Lu Jun were probably killed by bandits during the Yellow Turban Rebellion.

The loss of a child in his later years must be a heavy blow to anyone, but Lu Zhi can still be so free and easy, which shows that his state of mind is high. He is a selfless person who is dedicated to the country, and his realm has already surpassed ordinary people.

According to the division of the realm of Confucianism, it should have reached the highest realm of governing the country and the world, and it is truly unparalleled.

Thinking about how determined he is to be able to continue to serve as a minister in the court after losing his two sons, it is not bad to be able to keep one of them now.

After drinking, Liu Yu asked: "Maocai still needs two people now, Brother Xian, can you recommend someone suitable for you?"

"I... what?" Lu Zhi couldn't sit still after drinking a few more glasses of wine, and he was still thinking about Lu Xiong, so he couldn't hear clearly.

Liu He said from the side: "Father-in-law, my father is asking..."

"What father-in-law? You want to call me—" Lu Zhi pushed Liu He away, "Pour the wine quickly!"

"What did you say?" Liu Yu stood up in surprise, and looked at Lu Zhi in surprise, "Why did Ming Gong say that?"

"No, it might as well... something, ha ha—" Lu Zhi waved his hands and smiled, "Let's... talk about each other, talk about each other, pour wine quickly—"

Liu He looked embarrassed, and quickly explained: "Father, don't blame, father-in-law is just like this when he is drunk."

"You old Taishan..." Liu Yu laughed dumbly, "You are actually an old urchin."

(End of this chapter)