Asking God is easy to send God hard. Tao Qian now has this idea.
Xuzhou Yinfu. Millions of accounts. There are nearly one hundred thousand people in the army. Tao Qian was able to secure the position of Zhou Mu. It shows that he is not a mediocre generation. Not only that. Tao Qian is also very knowledgeable. Knowing that his two sons are difficult to achieve. Instead of letting them inherit their father's inheritance. As a result, it is difficult to survive in troubled times. It would be better to hand over Xuzhou to a virtuous person. Perhaps it will allow future generations to lead a stable and prosperous life.
Two years ago. As Tao Qian got older. The body has never been so good. So he started to choose his successor. It is at this time. Liu Bei arrived in Xuzhou. And naturally became the ideal candidate in Tao Qian's mind. Kong Rong introduced it. Liu Bei is a relative of the Han clan. Known as virtuous. And there is no foundation yet. If you give him the position of Xuzhou Mu. He will be grateful to himself. They will also take care of their descendants more carefully. This is the reason for Liu Bei in Tao Qian's phase. Although Liu Bei politely declined Tao Qian's kindness. But Tao Qian still kept him. Temporarily placed in Xiaopei. It is to consider waiting for opportunities in the future. Give him the position of shepherd in this state again.
With this idea. So the "great god" Tao Qian wanted to send away was naturally not Liu Bei. It was Zhang Liao and his five thousand soldiers.
Back then. Zhang Liao can be said to have come uninvited. But because Tao Qian was afraid of being retaliated by Sun Jian. And actively asked Zhang Liao to stay. This stay is two years. In two years. Zhang Liao not only had close contacts with Xuzhou civil and military officials. Also married with Mi Zhu. Of course, these circumstances cannot hide from Tao Qian's eyes and ears. It also gradually attracted Tao Qian's attention. but. After all, Zhang Liao had only five thousand men under him. Tao Qian is not very worried yet. But now it's different. Although I know that Gao Shun came this time just to rotate with Zhang Liao. But the force suddenly increased to 15,000. And there are five thousand cavalry. This made Tao Qian feel a bit on pins and needles.
in fact. Tao Qian knows too. If you give Xuzhou to Liu Xin. For the people of the whole state. It is a good thing. But Liu Xin just eliminated Dong Zhuo. The strength is unprecedentedly strong. It's like the sky. Even if you give Xuzhou to him. I'm afraid he wouldn't look at the Tao family differently. and. Liu Xin's staff is full of talents. It is difficult for Liu Xin to reuse these civil and military officials under his command. Even if I am willing to take refuge in Liu Xin. People like Zang Ba, Sun Guan, and Ruo Rong would not agree.
House seemingly endless rain. The "great god" of the Jingzhou Army has not yet been sent away. Yuan Shao from Jizhou sent someone to bring a secret letter. Yuan Shao said it directly in the secret letter. He has established Liu Biao as emperor. Ask Tao Qian to stand on his side with a clear-cut stand.
After several years of melee. The princes merged with each other. Today, the three most powerful are Liu Xin, Yuan Shao, and Cao Cao. Tao Qian, who sits on a state of land, can now also be ranked fourth. So which side he chooses to stand on is more important. But this determination. He couldn't easily get off.
Don't talk about Liu Xin's side. Zhang Liao has not left yet. Gao Shun is here again. A full 20,000 people are stationed outside the city of Xuzhou. What's worse. The local people in Xuzhou seemed to welcome these Jingzhou troops.
Cao Cao occupies the two states of Qing and Yan. It borders directly with Xuzhou. It's not that Tao Qian can afford it. not to mention. Cao Cao supported Liu Xie, the son of Liu Hong. In that era of orthodoxy. Cao Cao's side is obviously more morally active.
despite this. For Tao Qian. Yuan Shao's secret letter must not be taken lightly. Everyone knows the truth about the world without two days and the country without two monarchs. How could there be two Han emperors at the same time? Tao Qian is sure. Yuan and Cao will have a big battle sooner or later. Therefore. Yuan Shaocai attaches great importance to Xuzhou's side selection. If Tao Qian is on Yuan Shao's side. Cao Cao will be flanked back and forth. Make it vulnerable to the enemy. But if Tao Qian really stood by Yuan Shao's side. Cao Cao probably chose to start with Xuzhou first. Relieve this trouble. Then concentrate on dealing with Yuan Shao.
Tao Qian knows too. Your best choice is to remain neutral. but. Yuan Shao's tone in the secret letter is very strong. There is no room for maneuver at all. If he does not support Liu Biao. Treat him as the rebellion of the court.
Hold this secret letter. Tao Qian hesitated again. He suddenly wanted to figure out Liu Xin's attitude. After all, Liu Xin wiped out Dong Zhuo. Strength greatly increased. It should be above Cao Cao and Yuan Shao. and so. Which side Liu Xin is on is very important. Will directly determine the general trend of the world.
One thing Tao Qian is clear. Liu Xin has publicly stated her attitude a long time ago. He does not recognize the identity of Emperor Liu Xie. In addition, Cao Cao had also attacked Xiangyang some time ago. In other words. It is very unlikely that Liu Xin will unite with Cao Cao. On the contrary, it is possible to cooperate with Yuan Shao. but. No one can tell the things in this world. Sometimes the most unlikely thing happens. Tao Qian didn't dare to make decisions based on his own judgment. He needs more precise information. then. Mi Zhu once again hurriedly left the prefecture and animal husbandry. Rush to the Jingzhou Army Camp outside the city.
The autumn wind is dignified. In a clearing outside the Jingzhou army camp. Twenty thousand soldiers lined up neatly. Except for the fierce flags and the occasional one or two neighs of war horses. The whole team was silent. not far away. Just finished the autumn harvest. The free local people gathered in groups of three or five. Curiously looked at this army from afar. Give pointers from time to time.
in fact. The common people are no strangers to these troops. Just a few days ago. These soldiers also took off their armor. Help them harvest the crops in the field together. Those young faces always have a slight smile. Skillfully waved the sickle in his hand. Sweat like rain. But one by one tirelessly. Do not cry tired. The people got acquainted with these soldiers. It feels like they are their own brothers, nephews, and relatives.
The situation of this army today is clearly different from what they usually see. The smiles of the old days disappeared from the soldiers' faces. A little more solemn and firm. Knives, guns and flags were held in his hands. Motionless in the fierce autumn wind. It's like a statue.
The front of the team. Five young soldiers were stripped of their armor. Lined up and fell to the ground. Behind everyone stood two axe hands holding sharp blades.
The five soldiers have been temporarily imprisoned for some time. Zhang Liao never knew what to do with them. but. This time Gao Shun brought Liu Xin's instructions from Xiangyang. Among them are principled opinions on how to deal with such incidents.
Liu Xin's instructions not only solved Zhang Liao's problem. And Zhang Liao admired his unexplored prophet very much. To him even more desperately. in fact. Liu Xin also inferred based on common sense. No matter how disciplined the army is. Long time away from home. It is inevitable that you will get tired and do some illegal things. Such as theft, robbery, gangbang, etc. Maybe these soldiers are not bad in nature. They just want to vent their emotions. But it will bring unspeakable pain to the victim. Unrecoverable influence on the Jingzhou Army. So Liu Xin wanted to plan ahead. Unexpectedly, he helped Zhang Liao solve the problem.
The situation of these five soldiers is not the same. There are two strong ones. There are three other girls in the nearby village who are in love with each other. So the processing methods are different.
Following Zhang Liao's order. The axe hand raised the sharp blade in his hand. The two soldiers were beheaded on the spot. The blood burst out. The head rolled off to one side. After all, these soldiers have been with Zhang Liao for two years. Suddenly ordered the execution of the two soldiers. Zhang Liao still couldn't bear it. Zhang Liao waved his hand. Ask the soldiers to lift the two bodies down. Buried outside the camp.
For the soldiers of the Jingzhou Army. Death is not terrible. It's just that these two soldiers died worthless. They did not die in battle. Instead, they violated the military law and died. Not a martyr. Families are also not eligible for compensation. Even their own remains can't enter the cemetery in Xiangyang. This is the place that shocked the other soldiers the most.
The other three soldiers watched as their companions lost their lives. Feeling uneasy. But Zhang Liao gave another order. A sword and ax had already overturned them to the ground. Stripped his pants. "Crackling" he struck up his army stick.
The Jingzhou Army has strict discipline. Enforcement soldiers never dare to practice favoritism. Each of the twenty army clubs is solid. All were beaten to the ground. But no one said a word. The three soldiers who were tortured knew in their hearts. They didn't save their lives. It is the honor of being a soldier. They even crushed their teeth. Can't shout out either. otherwise. They will never be able to look up in front of their colleagues in the future.
See the performance of these three soldiers. Zhang Liao's mood was slightly relaxed. An order was announced shortly thereafter. These three soldiers will not be able to participate in this rotation. Must continue to stay in Xuzhou. Waiting for the next rotation in one year.
but. They are not without gain. Because Liu Xin's handling principles are still very humane. Let's open the door to this kind of soldiers who violated military discipline because of mutual affection. Allow them to marry their favorite girl home. All financial gifts are borne by the army. The reason why Liu Xin has this requirement. It's not that the soldiers are encouraged to talk about love with the girls in the station. It is conditional. Must be stationed abroad for a long time. More than one year and more than three months. Only then can such conditions apply. Otherwise, they will be punished as guilty of homosexuality with the Communists. After all, these soldiers stationed abroad are not allowed to perform routine rotations. It was Liu Xin that was not thoughtful enough. The consequences are entirely up to these soldiers. It is obviously unfair.
Mi Zhu, who had just arrived from Xuzhou City, saw all this in his eyes. There are mixed flavors in my heart. He knew about these soldiers breaking the law. The family of one of the victims had been sued to his house. but. Because these Jingzhou troops are not under his jurisdiction. And even Tao Qian didn't dare to offend them. Mi Zhu could only open one eye and close one eye. But Mi Zhu was still very angry inside. He even had some opinions about Zhang Liao who just imprisoned these soldiers.
Saw this scene today. Mi Zhu finally understood that Liu Xin's position today was definitely not obtained out of thin air. Just rely on such strict military discipline. It is not seen in the military elsewhere.
Mi Zhu couldn't help hesitating. He always felt that the attitude of visiting Liu Xin through Zhang Liao was not the work of a gentleman. There is even more suspicion of using Zhang Liao, the prospective brother-in-law. Now I see this good show of executing soldiers who committed crimes. He was even more uncertain.