Mixed in the Three Kingdoms as a strategist

For Yan Qing, the reason why most of Gongsun Zan's subordinates were mediocre, and he couldn't even find a counselor with higher intelligence to serve as a military adviser, could not be entirely attributed to his nepotism and self-willedness, but because of his temperament. have no choice.

The source of this embarrassing situation should be traced back to his battle with the former Youzhou shepherd Liu Yu.

As a clan member who has always been loyal to the Han Dynasty, Liu Yu manages the government affairs in an orderly manner at home, but mainly treats them with gentleness and generosity externally. The difference is what the people want and where the orthodoxy lies.

As the saying goes, one mountain cannot accommodate two tigers, let alone two people with such contradictory political opinions. Liu Yu was also decisive, knowing that there would be such a battle sooner or later, and he picked a good time, taking advantage of Gongsun Zan and Yuan Shao's battle every month. His stamina was weak, so he had to put down his flag and drums, and when he returned home, he took the lead in sending troops, trying to catch him by surprise.

However, because he was not decisive enough, he was reluctant to risk the lives of innocent people, and because of his limited military capabilities, he was naturally defeated by the brave and decisive Gongsun Zan.

Originally, there was nothing to say about being king and defeating the enemy, but as the winner, Gongsun Zan showed no mercy to Liu Yu who took advantage of others' danger and attacked him unprepared. Such high-profile torture also buried him. suffered profound bitterness.

He not only exposed Liu Yu to the sun in the market, saying that if he is orthodox given by heaven, there should be rain to rescue him. Yu killed.

This tone came out freely, but Liu Yuyu's image has always been benevolent, and he is extremely loved by the people.Witnessing Gongsun Zan's atrocities shocked people from all walks of life. How can there be no reason not to fear and hate?

If Gongsun Zan was willing to respect the virtuous and corporal, and to appease and make amends, it would be a remedy for the dead.But he was quite proud of himself, and after seeing such evil results, he simply broke the pot and let the situation of mutual dislike continue: the high-ranking officials despised him, and he stayed away with contempt; ordinary officials and people gritted their teeth at him. If he hates him, he will not show mercy to the people; if the profit-seeking businessman fawns over him, he will get close to the merchant, and even be willing to make a brotherly oath with him.

Even Lv Bushi, who had a lot of soldiers and a lot of food, and Yan Qing tried every means to pull together a high-level think tank team, did not dare to offend the aristocratic family so thoroughly. Violating the fundamental interests of this class, coupled with the limitations of Lu Bu's background, it is doomed that it is impossible to be as close as a family to them like Liu Biao, blood dissolves in water.

However, when Yan Qing was promoting education and cultivating talents, he also tried his best to pull the tiger skin of Cai Yong, a famous scholar all over the world, and at the rest of the time, he also did a good job of superficial skills: except for courtesy and reciprocity, he usually looked very harmonious, There are also occasional relaxations in the policy. Turning a blind eye to them is regarded as compensation. They also know how to reciprocate, and a balance of mutual benefit and reciprocity is reached.

Of course, all this is only temporary.

It's just that both sides know very well that at this moment when they need to depend on each other, it's definitely not a good time to tear their faces. No matter how many episodes there are, it will not turn the sky. How could it be possible to keep the three states of Yu, Yan, and Yang, which are the world's most important states, under the ravages of the princes' iron cavalry and the coveting of the humble bandits?

In troubled times, no matter how powerful a family is, they dare not say that they can protect themselves and be safe and sound.

Instead of going through another time of exile and avoiding disaster, with devastation everywhere, and another person who doesn't know the details to be the governor, it's better to follow the actions of Lu Bu, who is willing to pretend to be a fake gentleman, and slowly figure it out.

They were dormant, and Yan Qing was also working steadily while laying a solid foundation for Lu Bu's future talents. At the same time, he was careful and did not dare to relax for a moment.

Taking ten thousand steps back, even if you have to turn against the family and the relationship is so bad that it cannot be repaired, you have to take the next best thing and try your best to win back the hearts of the people.

To make enemies of all the officials and the people, and only make friends with ordinary merchants who can provide food, grass and property, but have no loyalty at all, this is not a brave challenge, but a foolish self-destruction.

Under such circumstances, apart from his blood relatives who are the only ones who follow his lead, and his former classmate Liu Bei and others who are poor and temporarily attached to his account, who else would be willing to sell to this notorious Youzhou master after learning literary and martial arts? Lord's?

Looking at the current situation of his counselor's withering, it is not known.

The only long Shi Guanjing who has the nature of a staff member and is truly loyal to Gongsun Zan is still a person with little talent and short-sightedness-it's just that he accidentally tricked the lord in history, causing the other party to miss the great opportunity to attack Yuan Shao from behind and reverse the defeat , so that he was besieged, and after being defeated all the way, he felt deeply guilty in his heart, and voluntarily went to die with him.

This is also the reason why Yan Qing urged Zhou Yu to start with Gongsun Zan.No matter how indecisive and indecisive Yuan Shao himself is, the wise men in the tent have their own ghosts and are not cohesive, but they have the foundation of their talents, and Cao Cao, who can speak well, is trying to mediate, and it is obviously not easy to fish in troubled waters. thing.

What's more, they themselves are keen to be suspicious, and they want to make trouble for nothing, so how could they let Zhou Yu, who was airborne, be let go?

This reason seems to be impeccable, but it can't help but scrutinize and slander too much. Yan Qing doesn't want to make a mistake and fold this precious talent into this bottomless quagmire.

If Gongsun Zan, who is more brave and less strategic, is mixed in, Zhou Yu is like swimming a dragon into the sea, or a tiger into a flock of sheep. Even if he fails, he can escape with his resourcefulness.

"According to Shiqi's opinion, Zan and Benchu ​​had just formed an alliance, and Zhou Gongjin came here privately. Such a coincidence, is he sincerely submitting, or is he showing off his way of treachery?"

Unaware that he had been tricked by Yan Qing, whom he had never met before, to the extent that it was difficult to keep his trouser pockets. When Gongsun Zan was discussing the recruitment of this cadre, he knew that he had nothing to do with his brothers and sisters, and he paid more attention to Guan Jing's opinions. , after hearing their chatter, the first question was Guan Jing.

But Guan Jing also knew that he didn't like to be opposed by others, so he was more or less able to observe people's words and attitudes, and his own major interests were not involved.Listening to the lord's tone of expectation, how could he be so disappointed that Zhou Yu was suspicious?

Guan Jing smiled, and said tactfully, "Whether it's an enemy or a friend, my lord will know when he probes."

Gongsun Zan: "I would like to hear the details."

Guan Jing said: "Your Majesty, you might as well try to promise each other with a heavy duty first. If he is sincerely harboring ulterior motives, this is exactly what he wants, and he is determined to accept it. If he refuses, he aims to win trust in the long run, and then observe for a while before we can do it." Really useful."

Gongsun Zan nodded, "That's very kind."

Guan Jing followed his wishes, praised Zhou Yu's demeanor, and praised Gongsun Zan's wisdom and martial arts in a roundabout way.

The sons of the famous gentry in Jiangdong travel thousands of miles to vote, which is a suitable opportunity to ease the relationship with the aristocratic clan.

Gongsun Zan stroked his beard happily, most of the doubts in his heart disappeared immediately, only a few points remained, and he made up his mind to try it out by himself.

Early the next morning, I went to pay a visit to the mansion where Zhou Yu was temporarily settled.

At this time, Zhou Yu was playing the piano leisurely under the eaves. Hearing the report, the winding piano sound that had been around the beam for three days stopped abruptly, his eyelids were slightly closed, and he counted to three in his heart before putting down the piano, hurried out to greet him, and leaned over After bowing, he said apologetically, "If General Gongsun has something to do, you can just send someone to summon him. Why do you need to come in person?"

Seeing the children of the aristocratic family who are used to raising their heads and sneering at him, suddenly seeing such a majestic, yet humble and polite gentleman like Zhou Yu reciprocate, Gongsun Zan became more and more happy, and he was able to control his face: "If you meet a sage, when Gong Jin should not underestimate himself if he has the power to wait for the virtuous."

After entering the inner hall, after a few greetings, he directly cut to the point: "I have heard that Lu Bu treats the Zhou family well, and he does not dislike Gongjin for being given the post of prefect at a young age. Now he is as powerful as the sky. Why did you abandon him and come here for Zan?"

The smile on the corner of Zhou Yu's mouth gradually faded away, and he said contemptuously, "Lu Bu is a man who is ruthless and ungrateful. Can you cling to a capricious and reckless villain? The general sees that he seems to be open-minded and accepting talents, but he is actually a greedy, good-looking and incompetent person. If you give Yan Qing all the power, how can there really be a place for me!"

Gongsun Zan's complexion was unpredictable, but after a while he sneered, turned his face suddenly, and yelled at the table: "What a Lu Fengxian, what a Zhou Gongjin, I have seen through your treacherous scheme, don't even think about insulting me so easily!"

It became.

Zhou Yu thought to himself, but his face was as firm as a mountain, not afraid at all that he would call someone to push him out and kill him, so he just smiled indifferently: "It turns out that Gongsun Bogui, who ruled the world with his white horse righteousness in the past, is only so brave! That's all! It is Yu who lost his eyes and voted for the wrong owner. He lost his life and has nothing to say. Anyway, the general is now in a catastrophe and doesn't know it. He will not escape death soon. One step is not a loss!"

Gongsun Zan laughed back angrily: "Hmph, dying is imminent, and you still want to scare me!"

Zhou Yu laughed loudly: "Whether it's true or not, the general will know in the future! If you want to kill now, kill now, why delay!"

Gongsun Zan's appearance was quite majestic, and when he was angry and roared, Xiao Xiaoxin was terrified, and for him, he was also tried and tested.Originally, he just wanted to deceive Zhou Yu, and to find out if he was frightened, but he didn't want Zhou Yu to tell him that his death was approaching. In addition to being furious, he also had some doubts and sought knowledge.

However, if Zhou Yu, who came here well-prepared, could be frightened by his sudden attack, the hundreds of thousands of soldiers who died tragically in Chibi in history would have to wake up laughing.

"Stand back!" Gongsun Zan retreated from the entourage who wanted to drag Zhou Yu down, swung his front, took a seat on the main seat, and said proudly: "Seeing that you have a lot of courage, I will give you another chance. If you can say what you just said For this reason, it’s okay to spare your life.”

Zhou Yu sneered: "The general fought with Yuan Shao for a long time, and the people were exhausted, and there was no storage in the granaries, and they were just preparing the fields..."

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If Liu Bei was here, or could point out a few doubtful points in this fog of fiction and reality, he would be an advisor to Gongsun Zan, so that he wouldn't be so confused.

It's a pity that Liu Beiyuan was in Qingzhou. Not long after he was promoted to the position of Prime Minister of Pingyuan, he was busy with government affairs internally and eager to resist the enemy invaders externally. His only respite was given by the newly established alliance with Yuan Shao.

When he got the real news, it was a done deal: Zhou Yu took office, not only was he sent to Qingzhou to be his colleague, but all the songs he brought were also broken up and incorporated into various armies under Guan Jing's bad idea. When there is something wrong with your heart, you can unite with them to revolt.

However, Yan Qing has no time to pay attention to Liu Bei's mood that is about to vomit blood.

Apparently, Cao Cao also knew very well that this alliance was created in response to the current situation, but it was actually too fragile. In order to seek military speed, he immediately persuaded Yuan Shao to send troops after he settled Gongsun Zan's worries.

He never thought that Gongsun Zan, who is essentially an enemy but not a friend, could really provide any assistance. He was only trapped by the covenant, so he couldn't attack the rear when Yuan Shao came out to fight Lv Bu.

——So at the moment when February just arrived, Yuan Shao, who had been vacillating and hesitating, was finally persuaded by him and made up his mind to attack Lu.