novelSusiti Chapter 133 Jingzhou Reaction
Chapter 133 Jingzhou Reaction
Jingzhou.
Xiangyang Prefecture.
When Han Song returned, he heard that Liu Biao was summoning his civil and military officials to discuss their next strategy.
He didn't even have time to rest before rushing to the governor's mansion to see the officials appointed by various parties and to discuss how to develop the region!
Upon learning of his return, Liu Biao, who was sitting in the main seat, appeared very pleased.
He was immediately brought in, and everyone present stood up to greet him.
Han Song entered the hall, and apart from Liu Biao, everyone politely bowed to him, which was considered the highest honor bestowed upon him.
"You're back, sir! Please have a seat!" Liu Biao straightened his clothes and sat up straight, showing great respect.
As soon as he finished speaking, someone immediately arranged seats for him.
However, Han Song did not take a seat. Instead, he stood still, cupped his hands, and said, "My lord, may I now report the results of this trip?"
Liu Biao looked at him with some surprise. What was wrong?
As a renowned scholar from Jingzhou, no matter what he experienced on this trip, he should not have lost his composure like this.
He thought this to himself, but outwardly he showed no sign of anything unusual.
He first gestured for everyone to sit down, then spoke softly, "Did Degao meet Li Zhao on this trip?"
"I've seen him..."
"What will the outcome be?"
"My lord, I hope you will carefully consider what I am about to say..."
immediately.
Han Song described in great detail what he saw and heard in Ye City.
Especially the details within the military, the state of mind of ordinary people, and so on.
He wanted to use this method to make Liu Biao and everyone present understand.
Li Zhao is far more complex than they thought. The fact that he was able to govern Ji Province so quickly demonstrates just how formidable his strength is.
however.
He had barely finished speaking, and before Liu Biao could even react, a middle-aged man in armor with a cold expression immediately responded.
A deep voice, tinged with a hint of doubt, came through: "What you just said, sir, seems to be somewhat biased, doesn't it?"
The speaker was named Cai Mao, a very powerful man in Jingzhou.
Not only did the Cai family have a close relationship with Liu Biao, but they were also a prominent clan in Jingzhou.
The reason for expressing dissatisfaction is that Han Song's account just now elevated Li Zhao's status too much.
He'd only been gone for about a month, and he came back and was already praising others in front of so many people. That's just too shameless.
"What do you mean by that, General Cai?" Han Song frowned slightly.
Liu Biao remained silent, listening calmly.
He shared the same idea as Cai, and upon returning, he unabashedly began praising Li Zhao in front of so many people.
What do they take him for, their lord? Where do they put all these people present?
Seeing that Liu Biao had no intention of stopping him, Cai Mao felt more at ease and said, "According to what you just said, sir, Li Zhao has already governed Ji Province very well!"
"What else is there to say? The people there have no worries about food and drink at all, and their families even have enough surplus grain for at least a month."
"Of course, I will absolutely not speculate on your intentions with any other intentions; I will simply take what you say to be completely true!"
At this point, Cai Mao rose and went into the main hall. After glancing around at the others, he continued, "Leaving aside the entire Ji Province..."
"Take Ye City, which Li Zhao occupied, for example. There were hundreds of thousands of people, soldiers, and civilians in Ye City. Is this an exaggeration or a bias?"
"Everyone can eat their fill every day, and they have more than a month's worth of food reserves."
"Sir, do you know how much food would be needed to achieve this level of capability?"
"Furthermore, according to another account, this Li Zhao was also engaged in large-scale trade with Yuan Shao, which was also related to grain."
"That's very strange. Where does his food come from? Are you trying to tell us, sir, that this Li Zhao possesses an inexhaustible supply of food?"
This series of questions left Han Song speechless!
Because he didn't have the answer either!
My time in Ye City was short; it was impossible for him to know such core secrets.
After Cai Mao finished speaking, everyone around him couldn't help but nod in agreement.
They were quite certain that Han Song had been deceived, or that he had seen through some illusion.
What saddened them was that, given Han Song's status and abilities, he should never have made such a basic mistake.
Han Song ignored Cai Mao's questions and instead looked at Liu Biao, cupping his hands in a respectful gesture, saying, "My lord, everything I just said was witnessed by my own eyes."
"Though it seems unbelievable, it is the truth. Whether it is an act or a facade, I believe I can discern the truth. I hope my lord will investigate thoroughly!"
"No, sir, you mean..."
"Enough!" Liu Biao spoke at just the right moment, interrupting Cai Mao, who still wanted to question.
"De Gao, your abilities are evident to everyone, of course I believe you!"
"Feel free to share your thoughts; I'll seriously consider them!"
Cai Mao is one of our own, so it's enough that we helped him raise his questions.
As for the problems that follow, I can solve them myself!
Han Song did not continue to argue, but respectfully placed the list of all the conditions he and Li Zhao had agreed upon in front of Liu Biao.
Looking at the thick stack of high-quality paper on the table, Liu Biao couldn't help but widen his eyes.
He didn't even look at the contents; instead, he picked it up and carefully felt the quality of the paper.
"There is actually paper of such quality in this world?" Liu Biao couldn't help but exclaim in surprise.
Paper existed during the Eastern Han Dynasty, but it was mostly unsuitable for writing.
Most of them still relied on wooden slips, sheepskin, or silk.
Liu Biao was fond of painting and calligraphy, and naturally had a special fondness for paper.
Han Song already knew this, and immediately seized the opportunity to speak up, saying that it was on the list and that if a business relationship was successfully established...
From now on, they will be able to enjoy paper of such high quality.
really.
These words immediately caught Liu Biao's attention. After quickly reading the contents, a smile gradually appeared on his face. "Good..."
"Well done. We can discuss the specific details later."
"But you've done a great service by making this happen. Go back and rest now; I'll tell you the specific reward later!"
"Thank you, my lord. I shall take my leave now!" Having achieved his goal, Han Song immediately withdrew.
He knew that with Liu Biao's abilities, he would naturally be able to spot the profits and opportunities involved.
That's enough that I've made this happen. As for what they'll discuss next, it's just about dividing the profits, which doesn't really concern me.
For him, it's enough to make Jingzhou develop better!
After Han Song left, Cai Mao stepped forward again, "My lord, this..."
"You must immediately cooperate with Han Song to prepare the finest medicinal herbs and silk from Jingzhou, and send them over as gifts to thank Li Zhao for his hospitality!"
"This matter must be handled well!" Liu Biao ignored him and immediately issued the order.
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