"It sounds like Dong Duwei's strategy is better." Cheng Wu thought to himself in his heart, but when he looked up and saw his father's insightful eyes, he knew that his father had already known his thoughts. He was a little disappointed, but he still couldn't help but curiosity and continued to ask:

"Sir, what about then?"

"Haha, then, Xun Wenruo said!" Cheng Yu stroked the long white beard floating under his jaw and said leisurely:

"Xun Wenruo is a gentleman, Guo and Dong's dispute, he was silent, but during this period, Cao Gong did not comment and frequently asked, so Xun Wenruo also stood up and spoke."

"He said that in the prefecture, Han Hao, Zao Zhi, Ren Jun and others had already implemented a proposal to promote military farming, but the previous fierce battles in the prefectures were rebellious, and the controversy of the people, and the public was different, so they were put on hold. Now, the prefectures have newly acquired Yuzhou and obtained many food, grass, population, oxen, and seeds in the Yellow Turbans of Runan and Yingchuan. It is just right to try it in Yuzhou first."

"First issue a military farming order in Yuzhou, and then all the people under the Yellow Turban ruled by the Yellow Turban, promote military farming, and at the same time imitate the short plows and overturns promoted by Hedong to Yuzhou and Yanzhou. In this way, you can first try one year old, and then decide whether to further issue an A-home order, a military farming order and other government orders in the army."

"Then he changed his subject and talked about Yuan Benchu's four generations and three kings, who were powerful and famous in Heshuo, and had a large reputation in the world. Under his rule, Jizhou had a large household registration, rich people, and Youzhou's soldiers and horses were strong, and the people were brave. In addition, Qingzhou and Bingzhou were the most powerful in Guandong."

"If Xun Wen seems to be justified, the meaning of the words is nothing more than the 'governance' in Hedong that can be imitated, but the 'people victory' in Hebei is very powerful and his attitude is like supporting Dong Gongren."

"The end of the debate was that Cao Gong decided to adopt Dong Gongren's strategy."

Cheng Yu finished talking lightly what really happened in the lobby of the prefecture that day, and then fell into silence. Instead, Cheng Wu, who was obsessed with hearing, couldn't help but speak:

"Since Xun Jun supports Dong Duwei, Cao Gong also adopted Dong Duwei's strategy, then in this way, in comparison, it is obvious that Dong Duwei's strategy is the best strategy. No wonder there are rumors of minor officials who are on standby outside the hall and observing their expressions that after Guo Jun discussed this, he left unhappily, probably because he was coldly treated by Cao Gong."

"Hmph, this is a foolish man's argument!" Cheng Yu snorted coldly, his face feeling unhappy.

After being scolded by his father, Cheng Wu shrank his head. This time he really felt his father's anger and had to ask for advice carefully:

"My son is stupid, please point it out."

"The suggestions from these two people can only be called good strategies. Guo Fengxiao's efforts for Cao Gong were real immediate benefits, and although Dong Gongren's efforts for Cao Gong were long-term benefits, the consequences they had to bear could not be ignored. The people in the hall, whether they were controversial, or agreed, or made decisions, were just different initial thoughts in their hearts."

"Guo Fengxiao first entered the shogunate and joined the military, and was highly valued by Cao Gong and was also burdened with the objections of everyone. He was determined to assist Cao Gong in creating hegemony in this chaotic world. Therefore, he advocated joining Yuan to win Yan, which could quickly help Cao Gong make achievements, and on the other hand, it was also to verify what he learned in his heart, make a name for now, and to block the mouths of ordinary people."

"Dong Gongren is not like that. His talent and reputation have already been revealed, but how could he offend Yuan and run alone. Therefore, Cao Gong was concerned about Yecheng's attitude. Although he knew his talent, he could only store it in cold storage and could not use it. Therefore, in order to stand in Yanzhou, he did not hesitate to venture west into Luoyang and use the technique of lateral straits. Now he has offered the strategy of "slaying the two tigers" in order to take advantage of Yuan and Yan's fighting to make Yanzhou independent from Hebei. In this way, Cao Gong must use it more in order to compete with Hebei in the future."

"As for Xun Wenruo, a gentleman, with his talent and intelligence, can't we see that the two strategies have their own advantages and disadvantages? The reason why we agree with Dong Gongren's strategy is that the gentleman is not a party. Guo Fengxiao was recommended to Cao Gong. Although Guo Fengxiao was extraordinary, he was arrogant because he was extremely talented. He had already had a disagreement with Wang Bi when he was on an envoy before, so that he had two letters and expressed his own opinions. Later, he passed by Wang Bi of the Chief Secretary to meet Guo Tu, the envoy of Yecheng. Although he did big things and was not particular about the details, this also aroused more hatred and criticism from everyone."

"He is now fighting with Dong Gongren again, and people's words are awesome. Guo Fengxiao's actions are criticized. If Xun Wen supports him again, it will inevitably be suspected of forming a clique in the eyes of Cao Gong. At this time, Guo Fengxiao suffered a loss, not only to protect Guo Fengxiao, but also to avoid being the target of public criticism, but also to protect himself indirectly."

"A wise man is not only good at planning the country, but also good at planning oneself. All the people in the hall are very intelligent. Even Guo Fengxiao, who is often on the target of public criticism, how do you know that this is not his unique way of planning oneself? The more he wants to make achievements, the more he will help Cao Gong achieve hegemony at all costs. Cao Gong is a wise ruler. Naturally, he will understand this. In the future, not only will he not treat him coldly because he is not particular about the details and is criticized, but he will trust him more and respect him!

After Cheng Yu said this last sentence, he didn't say it any more. In fact, at that time, including Cao Cao sitting in the hall, Cheng Yu, who was watching, had guessed some of his inner thoughts.

In Cao Cao's mind, although Yan Xing ranks at a high position in the court, holds a strong army, and has a clear law, and is called a potential strong enemy, but compared with Yuan Shao, the great enemy who has actually crossed four states and will compete for the world in the south, his position is still slightly inferior.

This can be seen from the daily details such as the changes in the war situation in Hebei, such as Cao Cao and Yuan Shao, who helped each other back to back, kept in Dong Zhao, Kong Rong and other anti-Yuan scholars, and had been closely following the changes in the war situation in Hebei.

In order to defeat Yan Xing, Cao Cao won Henan, Hongnong, Yuan Shao got Hanoi and Hedong. Even if Cao Cao and an emperor were added, this account would be a loss compared to Yuan Shao. Therefore, Cao Cao, who regarded Yuan Shao as the enemy, even if he knew that Dong Zhao's construction strategy was huge, he would continue to adopt Dong Zhao's construction strategy in the end.

As Cheng Yu's heart was constantly changing, Cheng Wu slowly reminiscented from chewing on his father's words. He looked up at Cheng Yu and thought of the conclusion that Cheng Yu had just made: in the troubled times, Guo Jia, who was extremely talented, had his own way of dealing with things. Not only would he not fall for criticism from other colleagues and this debate, but as others rumored, he would be treated coldly by Cao Cao, but would be trusted and valued by Cao Cao.

Thinking of this, Cheng Wu felt uncomfortable for some reason.

In the past, when Cao Gong first entered Yanzhou, his father was Cao Gong's planner. Whenever Cao Gong had important things, he would come to ask Cheng Yu in person. How could his father's position in Cao Gong's mind be gradually surpassed by Xun Yu? Now even Guo Jia and Dong Zhao may replace his father.

Cheng Wu was self-aware and knew that he could be entrusted to a county by the prefecture so quickly. The chief was entirely because of his father's contribution. But while he was using his father's protection, his father's status was shaken. This was not a good omen for the Cheng family, who was not a member of the gentry.

Thinking of this, although Cheng Wu knew that this might cause his father's displeasure again, he still plucked up the courage to ask boldly:

"Donald Cao summoned four adults to the hall that day. The other three had their own opinions, but the adults did not speak out. Could it be that Cao did not consult the adults' opinions?"

Cheng Yu noticed the anxiety in the words of his eldest son. He smiled slightly and said directly:

"Mr. Cao asked, if you ask with your eyes, it would have been three times."

"But lord still didn't make any suggestions. Could it be that he agreed with everyone's proposal and he didn't intend to agree with others?"

Cheng Yu shook his head, closed his eyes, closed his smile and said:

"On the contrary. In my opinion, welcoming the emperor has both advantages and disadvantages. Hedong's current difficulties may also be the future of Yanzhou. Although Dong Gongren is extremely talented, he has great selfishness. The strategy of "slaying two tigers" has excessive consequences. Not only may he indulge Hedong to become a big shot, but he may also offend Yecheng too early, which will cause disaster for the future."

"Since the adult knows the consequences, why don't you tell me?"

Cheng Wu's tone at this time had completely shown an impatient voice. In his opinion, reminding Cao Gong of the future troubles of this strategy in time may not be able to stand up to the public, but it can avoid being mediocre and take the opportunity to stabilize his father's status.

"Why not say it."

When Cheng Wu's voice became impatient, Cheng Yu immediately opened his eyes again, his eyes were both stern and profound, and his words were meaningful.

"The current situation is easy to talk about, but people's hearts are hard to speak."

"You will also be released as a county magistrate. As the chief, remember that in this world, there are only a few talented people, and most of them are stupid people. You can have your own opinions, but you must learn to hide your opinions. Otherwise, the pearl will be thrown into the secret passage and the foolish man holds the sword and glares, and you will be questioned, hated, rejected, or even killed."

Facing the fierce gaze of his father, Cheng Wu's muscles trembled, and his fiery and impatient heart was suddenly extinguished.

The cold sweat that oozed out from my back, and the autumn wind gushed into the door of the sutra hall, my body felt cold.

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Autumn is really coming. Yu Jin, who was riding on a horse and was blown by the cool breeze, said in his heart.

In autumn, the weather is convenient for marching, the warehouse where food and grass are piled up, and the soldiers with full strength all show that the time is approaching the good time to use troops now.

In the past month, Yu Jin's garrison moved west from Zhongmu to Guancheng, and then to Longcheng. Along the way, Cao's army was in camp step by step, firmly defending, and never rashly chasing the Xiliang cavalry sent by Chenggao to spy on the Xiliang cavalry. Just like this, it took nearly a month for Yu Jin to lead his two thousand infantry into Longcheng under the rule of Yin in Henan.

Longcheng is less than thirty miles away from Xingyang, and is separated by Zhanran Water. If Yu Jin wants to, his two thousand infantrymen will be able to reach the foot of Xingyang City in half a day.

As for the situation in Xingyang City, the scouts in the army have already discovered it. The Henan garrison general Zhai Hao moved the households in Xingyang City into the pass, leaving only 500 studs in Xingyang to defend the city. Even if the 300 guards in Aocang were added to the north of Xingyang City, there were only 800 guards in the east of Chenggao. If Yu Jin wanted to attack, he could go down every day.
Chapter completed!