The next day, Juqu Wugu was dressed and habitually prepared to hang the jade knife on his waist. He touched the bedside with his hand, frowned and thought for a while, and slapped his thighs suddenly, and said, "Go and check where the military advisor is..."

The news soon came back. All the slaves had been dismissed from the military advisor's mansion. Wen Ziyou left the city last night and hid in the dark, completely missing his whereabouts.

Juquwugu thought to himself that there was no curfew on Chang'an night, and no one could leave without Xu You's handwriting. From this, we can see that Wen Ziyou did not lie. His departure was approved by Xu You. As for whether he really retired to the mountains and forests as he said, it didn't matter. No matter how smart a person is, he doesn't have a place that can display his talents, like a dragon swimming in the shallow sea, he can't cause too much storm.

However, to be honest, I felt a little sorry for the priceless jade knife. However, I could use a knife to make a good relationship with Wen Ziyou. Juqu Wugu felt that this deal was still profitable. He always believed that as long as he tasted the taste of power, no one could truly let go of the power of standing at the top, looking down on all living beings, and controlling others' wealth, honor and disgrace, life and death. Wen Ziyou was young and could not stand the loneliness in the countryside. Sooner or later, he would have to find him. At that time, he would win his heart, rely on his wisdom, and use his plan. Lu Shuihu would surely prosper and become more prosperous.

At this moment, after receiving the order from the General's Mansion, Juqu Wugu went to pay a visit. After waiting in the lobby for about two quarters of an hour, Tan Zhuoshi walked in and bowed enthusiastically: "I have let Zhangye Gong wait for a long time, I am rude! The General inspected the Xicheng, but because of a small matter, he would not come back for a while. He was afraid that Zhangye Gong would be neglected, so he specially ordered me to apologize on his behalf!"

As Sima of the General's Office and one of Xu You's main confidants, Tan Zhuo's current status and power in Xiliang are unattainable, and even He Ru, who is in the military department, can't compare with him on the surface.

How dare Juqu Wugu beg such a person? He hurriedly stood up and said, "Tan Sima Yan is so heavy. The general is busy with military affairs. It is worth waiting for a while. It's nothing to worry about."

"With that being said, the general asked me to apologize. How dare I disobey? Duke Zhangye, sit down!" Tan Zhuo sat in the main seat, put on his robe and said, "Come here, serve tea!"

The troops in military uniforms brought tea and stepped back. Looking at Juqu Wugu with his eyes, Tan Zhuo explained: "The general's mansion is full of these thick-handed and thick-legged soldiers, and they do not raise maids and maids. If they are not taken care of, Zhangye Duke should not dislike him."

Juqu felt a little nervous. The general's self-control was really terrible. After entering the city, he did not step into the palace, which made those who covet the queen's beauty, all restrain themselves, but he did not expect that even the daily life in the mansion was so simple. He was a very powerful minister, and he didn't love money or sex, so what else could he love?

Sweat beads suddenly oozed out of Juqu Wugu's back. He sat on the chair with no abnormality on his face. He responded: "The General is really a role model for us..." He was even more afraid of Xu You in his heart.

Tan Zhuo smiled, but did not answer his words, and said, "I want to hear your opinions today."

"Listen quietly under the festival."

"The court intended to divide the six prefectures of Xiliang into two prefectures, one was Qinzhou, which had 27 counties including Longxi County, Hanxing County, Anding County, Tianshui County, Longdong County, Xinping County, Chang'an County, Baishui County, Shangluo County, Yichuan County, and the county was in Chang'an; the other was Liangzhou, which had 18 counties including Wuwei County, Jiuquan County, Jincheng County, Dunhuang County, Linsong County, Wudu County, Anding County, Beidi County, and Zhangye County. The prefecture was in Wuwei City. The general wanted you to serve as the governor of Liangzhou and guard the Hexi Road for the Great Chu. Anding County was still the county of Juqu clan. The houses, land, clan sacrifices and temples were all intact, and they were still held by Juqu clan. What do you think?"

"this……"

Juqu Wugu was hesitant. According to the prior alliance, Xu You promised that he would never interfere with the sacrifices, taxes, rules, laws, etc., and would be like a separatist ruler. However, the so-called Liangzhou was only one of the six prefectures in Xiliang, with only three counties under its jurisdiction, but the terrain was dangerous and the water and grass were abundant. It was also the foundation and prosperous place of Lushuihu. After hundreds of years of operation, he would undoubtedly betray the ancestors and rebel against the clan. He could not overcome this hurdle.

However, the new Liangzhou planned by Xu You almost covers the entire Hexi area. It seems that there are only eighteen counties, but it is more than ten times larger in area and more than ten times larger in power. The temptation to Juqu Wugu is far greater than the unworthy King of Liangzhou - the king of the three counties. It has not yet been enthroned by the imperial court. What is there to be a good idea?

Of course, before today, being able to expand Lu Shuihu's control from the one county in Anding to the three counties of Liangzhou was a great achievement for Juqu Wugu. For this reason, he was reluctant to be discredited by the world and betray Yao Ji again and threw himself into Xu You's arms. But now once he heard that he would have the opportunity to become the ruler of the vast and fertile land in Hexi, the achievements of the three counties would not be very much in his eyes.

Therefore, people's hearts are insufficient and their desires are hard to fill. In the face of temptation, few people can make a rational judgment. Juqu Wugu firmly believes that instead of staying in the three counties to become kings, it is better to break out of this ruling and make a greater foundation in Hexi.

"No hurry, this matter is very important. I will give you three days to think carefully and give me a reply."

Juqu Wugu made a quick decision and said, "After the ceremony, only obey the general's military orders. The general told me to go east, but I will never go west. If the general thinks I am suitable for the governor of Liangzhou, then I will not want to fight for this life, and I will also guard Hexi for the general!"

Tan Zhuo smiled and said, "Okay, you have this heart, I will report to the general. However, Zhangye Duke must figure it out that as the governor of Liangzhou, he is Fang Bo of the court. Everything must be thought of the court, but he is not as free as before when he was stable..."

The implication is that the previous agreement was invalid. If you give you such a large territory in Liangzhou, don’t think about being your king of grass. Taxes should be paid, corvee should be submissive, and the deserts and Gobi Deserts are not out of law. The imperial court’s will is greater than that. If the pastor guards one side, the pastor must guard more. The most important thing is that Liangzhou’s surname is An, but not Juqu!

"Yes! I feel like a mirror in my heart, and I will never let down the love of the general!" Juqu Wugu thought very clearly that it would be impossible to swallow Liangzhou with Lu Shuihu's strength, but if he relies on Da Chu behind his back, as the governor, he will be able to handle many things in one go. After all, the development of Juqu family is even stronger than that of Anding County.

The same thing is said, the King of Grass Head is Grass after all, but the governor of Liangzhou undoubtedly put a layer of gold on Lu Shuihu. Even if the ancestors did not restore the glory of establishing the northern Liang and southern part of the country, it was much more glorious than those who followed the Yao family as slaves for so many years.

"That's good. When the general comes back, he may have to talk to you. After you go back, you will first draw up a charter and write a simple statement on Liangzhou's views and policy plans. Are you prepared for any trouble, right?"

Juqu Wugu said gratefully: "Thank you, Sima, for giving me some..."

"No need to thank you. In the future, I will be in charge of the general. Please be considerate of Zhangye Gong. Then, I congratulate the Governor Juqu in advance? Hahaha, please!"

Tan Zhuo held Juqu Wugu's arm and personally sent him outside the mansion until he left far away. Juqu Wugu suddenly woke up. Tan Sima didn't seem to have done anything out of the ordinary, but he felt countless favors. He talked at the other party's rhythm throughout the whole process. He neither asked why the court suddenly wanted to divide Qinzhou and Liangzhou, nor did he ask who was the governor of Qinzhou. This person is very important. From the terrain, Qinzhou directly pinched the throat of Liangzhou's eastward advance. From the economic point of view, the caravans from the Western Regions could only make money when they arrived in Chang'an. Once sealed, the way to withdraw taxes was cut off. As for politics, Chang'an's status is not necessary. Although Liangzhou is important, Qinzhou has lost its hair and is also heavy in Liangzhou, so this person must be the confidant of the general, and perhaps, the jasper purple gold knife hanging on his head...

I saw a ghost!

Tan Zhuo can stand out in the General's Mansion, and he has some strange skills below one person and above ten thousand people!

Before he returned to the Duke's Mansion, a confidant came over and rolled over and said, "Master Huang, something big happened... General, General was assassinated in the West City..."

"ah?"

Juqu Wugu was shocked all over and subconsciously wanted to run to Xicheng. His boss was assassinated and refused to show his loyalty. He should be worn in the future. But then he thought about it. Tan Zhuo said lightly that Xu You was delayed because of a small matter. This was a tactful way to tell him not to get involved in the matter in Xicheng, and to go home honestly, waiting to take office immediately.

"Go home!"

The confidant was anxious and said, "Master Huang, don't you go to Xicheng to have a look? I heard that Lu Changshi and He Jijiu both went..."

"Since we have all gone, it's useless for us to go there at this time." Juqu Wugu thought about it and felt that Tan Zhuo was unfathomable. He patted his horse's buttocks hard and said, "Let's go back home!"
Chapter completed!