Three Kingdoms

Chapter 3068: The poor man offering jade cut off his right foot and his left foot

Since Fei Qian raised the status of commerce, the status of merchants has also been raised accordingly.

This kind of improvement has its advantages, but of course it also has its disadvantages.

 Especially the vast wilderness areas dominated by nomads, including the Hexi Corridor, Hetao Shangjun and other areas. In the past, this place was vast and sparsely populated. The nomadic Qiang and Di people here, as well as the Southern Huns and Xianbei people who migrated inland, no matter who they were, or what other tribes or ethnic groups they came from, as long as they were thirsty or hungry, they would No matter which tent you walk into, you will receive a warm welcome. The host will definitely serve food that may not necessarily be the most delicious, but must be the most sincere to guests from afar, and the only thing the guests have to pay is the interesting experiences from far away.

 I have kumiss, do you have a story?

 After Feiqian advocated commercialization, everything changed. Commercial transactions have flourished in this area, and many herdsmen now know that things can be exchanged for money, and money can buy things. Although the shepherds still welcome guests, they still need to see if the guests can have corresponding things or utensils in return.

Those who only have "stories" are no longer popular...

　　After the shepherd discovered that the furs he usually thought had little value were originally scraps of food, and the abandoned items could now be exchanged with the Han people, he naturally felt as if he had exchanged trash for treasure, and he couldn't help but feel happy. After getting money, the shepherd immediately purchased a large amount of supplies to improve his living standard.

Shepherds like softer clothes, more brilliant colors, mellower drinks, even spices from the Western Regions, and expensive tea. They buy them almost without thinking, just like after Double Eleven without a pair. Twelve same.

 Changes in concepts often smooth things over silently.

 During the process of change, some people will inevitably misunderstand some things. Just like there must be some people among shepherds who think that coins are valuable, because coins can buy a lot of things, but they don't understand that when coins can't buy things, coins are worthless.

 The same is true for businessmen.

Some dim-witted businessmen will think that they are very important, so important that if they do not trade, the people and herdsmen in the area will not be able to survive...

 Is this really the case?

 The dragon follows the clouds, the tiger follows the wind.

 The family obeys the husband, and the country obeys the king.

 When a dragon rises, it is accompanied by auspicious clouds. If there are gusts of evil wind and black clouds fill the sky, it is probably an evildoer, not a righteous god. In a family, if the head of the family is upright and kind, then the family tradition will naturally be positive. In a country, if all the officials and governors think about every day is cheating and cheating, getting promoted to higher positions, making money for those who want money, coveting beauty for those who want beauty, playing mahjong and drinking fine wine in pursuit of personal desires, then what else can you think about the interests of the country? Will the atmosphere in the country be upright and awe-inspiring? I guess the only one left is Xia Qi picking up cars!

When Huang Cheng arrived at the official residence in Pingyang, he saw that Xun Chen was still handling official duties unhurriedly, so he frowned and said, "Chang Shi is so leisurely!" 』

Xun Chen gestured toward Huang Cheng slightly and nodded, "Is General Huang here?" Please take a seat. 』

Huang Cheng said in a muffled voice: "Chang Shi, Cao's army invaded Taihang and occupied She County at the top and Changping at the bottom. Now the upper party in Taiyuan is in danger, and Cao's army sneak attacked Fenglingdu. We are about to attack all three armies." Go forward and send troops to the city! There are so many panic-stricken people in the city. How can Chang Shi still have the heart to review the text here? Are these lines more important than the war at hand? 』

"Military affairs are important, but civil affairs are also important..." Xun Chen was criticized by Huang Cheng, but he didn't get angry. Instead, he smiled and reached out and patted the stacked writing on the table, "These are for cleaning up... These are for coal reserves in winter." …These…"

Huang Cheng's brows stood up more and more.

Xun Chen changed his subject and said, "But since General Huang is worried about the military, let's talk about the military... What is the current strategy? It's quite simple... just wait..."

"wait? The army of Cao thieves is ravaging our territory, and you actually said you still have to wait? ” Huang Cheng almost got up in arms. If it weren't for the confirmation that Xun Chen had been following Fei Qian loyally for so many years, and there were no signs of secret connections with the Xun family, Huang Cheng would have almost suspected that Xun Chen had secretly taken refuge with Cao Cao.

　　　Exactly. ” Cao's army can temporarily gain a foothold in these places, but can they be taken away? The grain and grass in the warehouses have been transferred to Pingyang long ago, and the registered population has also been gathered back. If Cao Jun stays one more day, he will have to spend one more day of money and food. If you like to stay, just let them do it. Anyway, it is not us who spend the money and food. 』

　　　That’s enough for Changping in Shexian County, but what should we say about Hedong in Taiyuan? "Huang Cheng's face was slightly relieved, but he was still a little confused, "There are always people in Taiyuan County, Hedong, who need food and grass! What if it is captured by Cao's army? 』

Xun Chen smiled and said, "General Huang, even if Cao Jun doesn't take food and grass from the people in these places, can we take it?" 』

"Um? Huang Cheng was stunned, "What do you mean?" 』

Xun Chen nodded, "That's what I mean." 』

 Huang Cheng was silent for a moment, "Chang Shi, this is no joke..."

　　　　How can I joke about military and national affairs? ” The smile on Xun Chen’s face also disappeared, and he said in a deep voice, “My lord, if you want to achieve great things, you must use both civil and military forces. A country built with force will easily fall into violence, while a country built with literature will be trapped in weakness. The way of building a country with civil and military forces should be a blend of water and fire, complementing each other. At that time, your foundation will be solid and you will be able to reach the clouds. My lord is not short of these martial arts. What he lacked before was literary skills. Therefore, my lord built a school palace, built Qinglong Temple, and held a grand ceremony to commemorate his literary merits. 』

"Hmm..." Huang Cheng nodded, "But how does this relate to the current Hedong?" 』

Xun Chen said: "Among the literary skills, scriptures and poems are not the only ones... there are also people who hope..."

　　　　　? Huang Cheng repeated, seeming to understand something, but feeling completely confused.

Xun Chen looked at Huang Chen and seemed to be considering whether to explain to Huang Cheng.

"Please give me some advice..." Huang Cheng sat upright and bowed his hands in courtesy.

Xun Chen pondered for a moment, and after ordering all the surrounding attendants to retreat, he whispered: "General Huang, when my lord rose to the north... Although he had the merit of restoring the Yin Mountains, he was also suspected of taking advantage of others. Yu Fangzheng is peaceful... Let's put it this way, the current situation is actually an old debt owed by the lord..."

"ah? Huang Cheng scratched his head, "What do you mean?" Why do I get more confused the more I listen? 』

Xun Chen whispered: "My lord arrived in the north empty-handed, with less than a thousand soldiers and less than ten generals. Where did all the money, grain, land and land... come from?" Don’t forget, the lord was the governor of Shang County at that time, not the governor of Hedong County..."

"Oh..." Huang Cheng understood somewhat, but he couldn't help but feel a little angry, "When did this happen?" What's more, there was nothing in Shangjun at that time! 』

Xun Chen couldn't help but laugh, "Haha... Of course this is an old story, but... if the place changes, and if General Huang changes his footing there, he would be willing to put these "old things" out of the way. Blow away without leaving a trace? 』

"This..." Huang Cheng pondered for a long time and shook his head, "No." 』

 ‘That’s it…’ Xun Chen looked at Huang Cheng, ‘Does General Huang understand? 』

Huang Cheng sighed, "I understand." It’s just...it’s a pity that it’s so hard to find peace..."

Xun Chen smiled and said, "If it can't be refined a hundred times, why is it steel?" 』

 …

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 Anyi, Hedong.

Pei Mao whispered to Pei Jun: "I thought that the Hussar was now the war prime minister on the surface, but actually wanted to deal with us..."

　　　　Why? ” Pei Jun was shocked, “The Pei family is safe and secure, this... Moreover, Cao’s army has crossed Fengling and may reach Anyi at any time. What else can this hussar do?” ! I’m not afraid... uh..."

Feimao nodded, "Well, I'm not afraid. 』

"This...this, this, this..." Pei Jun didn't know whether he should be angry or trembling, or simply do both at the same time, "It is clear that there is a gap between the hussar and the prime minister, but he attacks kind people like us. What is the reason for this?" ! Is there any more heavenly justice? ! 』

Pei Mao squinted his eyes and stroked his beard, "Heavenly principles?" What does Tianli look like? Have you ever seen it? I don’t remember that when I taught you the scriptures, I also said that everything must be based on heavenly principles! If we talk about the laws of nature, then if you want to worry about the outside world, you must first make peace with the inside! This is the law of heaven! 』

 ‘This…’ Pei Jun was speechless.

"In the past, the Hussar was promoted to the wilderness. In order to get some money and food, he did not hesitate to use deception and deception. Although he succeeded, it also ruined the reputation of the Hussar among the scholars..." Pei Mao said slowly, "Morality Benevolence and righteousness cannot be achieved without indecent etiquette; teachings are upright and unprepared for indecent etiquette. In the past, the hussars deceived the superiors and deceived the inferiors, took advantage of others, flattered and offered favors. Although they did extraordinary things in extraordinary times, could they be called gentlemen? If a rooster crows and a dog steals, he is a thief. In this way, can thieves establish a country? If it is established, what will happen to the country? 』

 ‘This…’ Pei Jun didn’t know what to say.

“You will say this, that…” Pei Mao frowned, “How can I trust you? If you don’t have a gentleman, don’t govern the savages; if you don’t have the savages, don’t raise a gentleman! A gentleman should be at the top, and those who are doing exclusive business everywhere are the actions of villains. If Qiusi wants to achieve great things now, he must pass this level! A person who puts profit first cannot be considered a gentleman. But if you cannot be a gentleman, how can you stand in the country? 』

"Over the years..." Fei Mao said with some emotion, "I guess there are many people who are dissatisfied with me... Sigh... They think that I have blocked their way to make money, restricted their hands and feet, and they are salivating when they see others making windfall... but not Know that windfall is a recipe for disaster! 』

 There was a commotion within the Pei family before.

Pei Mao almost killed Pei Di with his own hands and purged the Pei family. This could be regarded as leaving a life. "Wealth can rival a country..." Pei Mao sneered, "Does the laws of a family and a country deserve to be treated as an "enemy country"?" The four words "Small wealth means peace" are the only way to last! 』

Even if the emperor is fatuous and incompetent, will the ministers also be fatuous?

 A local nobleman and a wealthy businessman in the region always want to be an "enemy country". Is this asking for his own death, or is he blinded by money?

　　　『Now that a hero is in charge of the dynasty, Mr. Pei must be cautious! Pei Mao said in a deep voice, "Poems and books can be passed down from generation to generation, but greed and arrogance will break down the family immediately!" 』

　　　　The head of the house, maybe... maybe it’s not like this? Pei Jun said, "Hussar... Hussar is now in the Western Regions..."

"snort! You have gone astray! ” Pei Mao said with a sullen face, “It is precisely because the hussars are in the Western Region that they are more dangerous! 』

Pei Jun couldn't help but shed cold sweat on his forehead. He suddenly understood what Pei Mao meant.

If the Hussar were in Guanzhong, they would not be too harsh when dealing with the nobles. After all, they still have to show "benevolence", but now it is not the Hussar who is in Hedong, but the Minister of Dali Temple!

 What is Dali Temple used for?

 Do you really think that Sima Yi is just a nerd who doesn't understand anything?

If Sima Yi made a heavy move and missed the wrong kill, would Fei Qian make Sima Yi pay for his life because Sima Yi killed too many people after he came back?

At most, he just scolded him a few times and then asked Sima Yi to think about his mistakes behind closed doors!

"People's hearts are impetuous..." Pei Mao glared at Pei Jun and said, "I came here specifically to warn you. If you have any clues, clean them up as soon as possible!" 』

Pei Jun quickly said: "Master, don't worry, I have never been greedy for money, and I will never be involved in anything like this!" 』

　　『It’s better if you don’t have it! Pei doesn't have to worry about what happens to others," Pei Mao said in a deep voice, "but when I hear that Pei's children are not allowed to interfere with this matter! Anyone who violates this will be expelled from the clan! 』

Pei Junwei said yes.

"Go and prepare military supplies." Pei Mao squinted his eyes, seeming very tired, "The evil wolf from Dali Temple will come to Anyi soon... Be careful, that wolf... will eat people." of…"

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　　　　Ah autumn! 』

Sima Yi sneezed and rubbed his nose.

Sima Fu stretched out his hand to say hello, took out a large cloak and handed it to Sima Yi.

Sima Yi took it and put it on his body.

 After learning that Xia Houyuan had detoured and Cao's army appeared at Fenglingdu, Sima Yi immediately led his men and horses to quickly withdraw from Zhiguan Trail and went straight to Anyi.

The speed is so fast, like thunder, that it can travel thousands of miles in the blink of an eye.

It's very simple. If Sima Yi is blocked at Zhiguan Pass, he will be in a desperate situation, with Cao's army behind and behind him, and even gods will be unable to save him. And how could Sima Yi, who had always been slipperier than a loach, put himself in a situation where he was a man with soap in hand?

　　Absolutely run away immediately.

Even took Sima Fu along with him.

 In battle, brothers fight, and father and son go into battle.

Anyi is the place that must be defended east of the river.

“People in Hedong must be scolding me...” Sima Yi smiled, as if he was taking the scolding as a compliment, smiling like a fox who had just stolen a chicken.

“Brother, if we are defeated again and again, will someone...” Sima Fu said in a low voice, “Someone will underestimate my Sima family...”

 ‘Isn’t it good to look down upon? Sima Yi frowned and said, "What's wrong with you?" Tigers and leopards are ferocious, but they also die from the beauty of their fur... Do you claim to be beautiful? Do you want someone to chop off your brother's leg, or do you want to chop off your own leg first? 』

Sima Fu smiled dryly and said, "That's not what I meant..."

“Speaking of beautiful jade, do you know the authenticity of He’s Bi?” Sima Yi said with a smile, "Bian He cried for three days, with tears of blood and tears. It is really pitiful... But why did Bian He cry? King Chu Wen can know?" What a coincidence? Nowadays, there are many people crying in the world. I wonder how the emperor has ever heard of it? Only when the king says it is a beautiful jade can it be a beautiful jade! If it is... Haha, even if everyone knows it is beautiful jade, it is still just a piece of broken stone! 』

Sima Fu felt a little chilly because of the cold wind.

 He Shibi was King Li of Chu in the beginning.

During the reign of King Li of Chu, he expanded the territory and conquered Xingxi, which strengthened the strength of Chu State. The four words "皚路蓝畚" were also used to describe King Chu Li, so why did King Chu Li want a piece of beautiful jade?

 So, what is offered is really jade, and what is chopped off is really a foot?

During the Spring and Autumn Period and the Warring States Period, the weather was even hotter than that of the Han Dynasty, and the Chu State was a land of rain and forest. If one had to cut off one foot, one could live for at least fifty years. At the same time, another foot would need to be cut off, which would kill King Wu of Chu. , to survive King Wen of Chu...

 Let’s not call him Bian He, just call him Bian Gui!

 And what does Han Feizi do? To be honest, maybe in the case of He Shibi, there was originally the word "someone heard" at the beginning, but it was later omitted.

Of course, the matter is too far away, and the records are quite sparse, so whether there is such a thing can only be a matter of opinion between the wise and the benevolent. This is what Sima Yi wants to explain. King Chu Li did not want beautiful jade, and neither did King Chu Wu. Only King Chu Wen did, so the focus was not on beautiful jade.

Sima Yi continued to smile, "I don't know who owns the beautiful jade now... If you want to lose legs, you can do it, but don't involve the Sima family..."

 ‘My little brother doesn’t dare. ” Sima Fu obeyed obediently.

Sima Yi hummed twice and said no more.

Young people will inevitably feel that they are great for a while. It's just that some people can understand it themselves, some people can't understand it until they hit the south wall, and some people may not be able to understand it even if they hit the south wall and die.

“In that case, why not use the strategy of three people becoming a tiger?” ” asked Sima Fu.

　　　『No. ” Sima Yi sniffed and said, “In earlier years, it would have been okay to use this strategy, but it doesn’t work now... All the strategies we take must be upright... Otherwise... it’s hard to share hardships together, and it’s hard to share wealth...”

Sima Fu couldn’t understand something.

“Humph…” Sima Yi said in a low voice, “Yao’s son Danzhu was not worthy enough to confer power on the world, so he gave it to Shun. If Shun is given, the world will benefit from it and Danzhu will be sick; if Danzhu is given, the world will be sick and Danzhu will benefit from it. How to interpret this statement? 』

Sima Fu said smoothly, "Don't you use the world's disease to benefit one person?" 』

 ‘Haha…’ Sima Yi sneered, ‘Think again! 』

"Uh..." Sima Fu pondered for a moment and then said, "Brother, what I mean is..." The princes who went to pilgrimage did not receive Danzhu but accepted Shun; those who went to jail did not receive Danzhu but accepted Shun; those who sang songs did not praise Danzhu but instead praised Shun. "Shun"? 』

　　　Ran. Sima Yi turned around and said, "Now that Danzhu is still there, we, the ministers, need Shun...he's here!" Send an order to speed up the repairs and drive all night to arrive in Anyi tomorrow! 』

 (End of this chapter)