Chen Dao's courtesy name Shuzhi was a native of Runan and was commanded by Bai Li's army. His reputation was inferior to Zhao Yun and he was known for his loyalty and courage.

This is probably 90% of Chen Dao’s records in history.

Chen Fei didn't know how strong his personal ability was, how powerful he was in governing the country, how fierce he was in command of military operations, and how good his character was, he didn't know.

But these are not important. At least... you will always feel a sense of accomplishment if you can gain a general who has left a name in history.

"You have actually discovered that these saddles have been transformed so that they can better maintain balance and stability."

Since Chen Dao has already worked, Chen Fei has simply become more generous.

Yang Zhi shook his wrist and said with lingering fear:

"This kid has such a strong hand. If it were the saddle of the past, I would probably have fallen off the horse like him!"

Chen Fei raised his eyebrows:

"Uncle Zhi, we have indeed taken advantage of it. If you regret it now, I will not blame you for being betrayed."

Chen Dao's face turned red:

"Although Chen Dao is not talented, he knows that a real man stands tall and trustworthy first, how can he regret it if he goes back on his word!"

Chen Teng Laohuai comforted her, reached out to hold her brother's arm, and kept trembling:

"Third brother, that's right. Chen Fujun is taking care of your talent. He has agreed to your rude request. You must distinguish right from wrong and be grateful!"

Chen Dao directly shook off the old brother's hand and muttered with disgust:

"I'm so annoying. I'm not a child. Don't touch me!"

Chen Teng was speechless about this brother, but soon turned around, lifted up his robe, and knelt down to Chen Fei in front of more than a thousand soldiers.

Chen Fei hurriedly supported him:

"Mr. Chen, why did he perform this great gift?"

Chen Teng did not get up immediately, but completed the salute respectfully:

"My brother is too naughty, but I am the eldest brother, but I cannot persuade you. If this continues, it may lead to the disaster of extermination. The family will be re-created by the Chen family, and it will be unfavorable. If you do not perform a great gift, it will not be enough to show your gratitude."

Chen Fei helped him stand up:

"I have known all your heart and mind. Let me take it away, so you can rest assured."

He turned to Chen:

"I'll give you a few days to say goodbye to relatives and friends, pack your luggage, and ten days later, I'll wait for you in Yangdi."

Chen Dao responded without caring:

"I'll go with you today! It's only more than two hundred miles from Xiping to Yangdi. If there is really an urgent matter, you can arrive in just one day. It's not a separation of life and death, why bother to be stumble!"

Chen Teng was about to persuade him to say goodbye to his mother again, but Chen Dao waved to him directly:

"Brother, if you are destined to be a good person, we will see you later!"

Chen Teng's mouth was so angry that he was pissed:

This bastard! He said himself that it will take only one day to get from Xiping to Yangdi. If you want to meet him, why do you have to depend on fate?

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On the third day of the fifth month, the cavalry of the Yingchuan Expeditionary Force arrived in Yangdi first.

At the celebration banquet, Chu Liang, as the county magistrate, was the first to congratulate him:

"Ming Gong only used more than 10,000 infantry and cavalry, and only 20 days to pacify the huge Runan. Even though Wu Qi and Le Yi..."

He was about to whisper "but that's the case", but he glanced at Chen Qun and quickly changed his tone:

"It's just like this when I'm in a bad mood, right?"

Chen Fei raised his wine glass with a smile:

"Mr. Chu just congratulates me, why do you compare me with the famous generals of ancient times? Besides, do you still need to praise me to trust me?"

Old Chu Liang's face turned red, he picked up the wine glass and drank it all:

"Liang loses his composure and punishes himself for three cups. He will never commit any more in the future!"

After Chu Liang finished drinking, Chen Qun, who was Gongcao, had the second toast:

"It is certainly a pleasure for the Lord of the Fu to guide Runan, but I still have three major concerns. I hope the Lord of the Fu to take it to heart."

Chen Fei reached out and signaled:

"Please speak a long article."

Chen Qun said happily:

"One, Yingchuan has 17 cities, to be fair, many commanders, officials, and I have never met and investigated. They just used it in a hurry. Now they have obtained twenty cities in Runan. Whether these officials are competent, if someone is incompetent, who can replace them with? This must be a question;

2. The royal family surrendered more than 30,000 Yellow Turban soldiers without fighting, which was based on the situation and pressure. Now that the royal family has withdrawn from Runan, whether these Yellow Turban soldiers can farm with peace of mind and pay rent and tax is another question;

3. The lord of the government, who is as young as a young man, has grown from the penniless Yangdi Order to the vassal princes across Yingchuan and Runan counties. The troops controlled by him have increased from less than 300 to more than 50,000. Although the power has developed very fast, what will happen next?"

Unexpectedly, someone would talk about this at the celebration banquet. Chen Fei frowned slightly and nodded slowly:

"What the long article says is exactly what I am worried about. The root of these problems is actually because I came from a countryside, lacking disciples and sufficient connections. Although the Yingchuan gentry led by Xun and Chen have provided some talents, it still seems not enough. Especially for the generals, they have always been in a dilemma. However, there seems to be no good solutions except to continue to visit talents and seek talents."

His eyes fell on the map in the corner:

"After expelling He Yi, I originally wanted to use the plan and lead troops to conquer Nanyang, but due to insufficient preparations, I temporarily gave up this plan. At least this year, the focus of the two counties of Yingchuan and Runan is only on resting the people's strength, assessing officials, hoarding food and grass, and honing the troops. Unless there is an excellent opportunity, I will no longer be prepared to raise an army to conquer the four sides."

Hu Zhaofufu, the literary officer in charge of education, nodded and expressed his strong agreement:

"It is the way of a wise ruler. Excessive conquest will only make the people re-enact the Yellow Turban Rebellion."

Guo Jia, who is only responsible for military staff, has been drinking all the time. When everyone else has made his suggestions, he said in a daze:

"Have you ever reported a victory to Chang'an?"

Chen Fei was a little puzzled:

"What's the use of winning against them?"

[Li Jue and Guo Si are neither able to reward money and food, nor can they appoint themselves to replace Guo Gong and serve as the governor of Yuzhou!]

Guo Jia smiled and asked Chu Liang:

"Are all counties ready to harvest summer grain?"

Although Chu Liang was strange, he nodded:

"It'll start in two days."

Guo Jia asked again:

“What is the expected harvest?”

"Although all counties south of Yingyang were looted by the Yellow Turbans, half of the county towns were still unaffected. In addition, no farming season was missed this year, at least it was a middle-to-high harvest."

Chu Tong thought he understood Guo Jia’s intention:

"Even if you want to save some food in Runan, there must be no big problem."

Guo Jia raised a finger and shook it slightly:

"On the way back to Yangdi, I heard that Guanzhong was suffering from a severe drought, and a hu of corn had been sold for 200,000 yuan. His Majesty the Emperor not only came on stage to pray for rainfall, but also had to open Taicang to help the people, but it was not satisfactory."

Chen Qun added:

"I have also heard that after the release of food to help the people, the deceased still did not drop. His Majesty had to personally make porridge to investigate the amount of food, which implicated the incident of the Censor Hou Wen's embezzlement of the imperial grain. His Majesty was furious, but..."

He shook his head and sighed:

"The embezzlement of official grain and the death of countless people was a serious crime to kill the three clans, but His Majesty sentenced Hou Wen to fifty sticks, the imperial power, and the power of national law had long disappeared!"

Chen Fei coughed:

"I know all this, soared by the drought in Guanzhong, with grain prices soaring, the people are in poverty, and Your Majesty is in trouble. So... I asked me to report victory to the court. What does it mean?"

Guo Jia replied:

"I'm just wondering whether I can make a deal with the court, or Li Jue and Guo Si?"

Everyone was puzzled:

"trade?"

Guo Jia shrugged:

"We can sell the grain from the two counties of Yingchuan and Runan to them, and then exchange it for... war horses from them!"

Chen Fei was stunned, and then suddenly realized.

I heard Guo Jia explain again:

"This time, I followed the Dujun to pacify Runan, and led the cavalry to defeat the enemy with the commander Yang, and witnessed the miraculous effect of the new stirrups and saddles of the Dujun. However, the war horses in Yuzhou were far from enough. Even if the horses of various counties were recruited, there were only more than a thousand cavalry. Li Guo and his family were all from Liangzhou. If they could exchange food for horses, wouldn't it be nice?"

Chen Fei slapped his thigh:

"This matter is very good, so I'm worried about filial piety to serve my envoy to Chang'an!"

Guo Jia was stunned and waved his hand quickly:

"I just provided advice, and didn't say that I should do it myself! A gentleman does not stand under a dangerous wall. Chang'an is so dangerous. The people have changed their sons and eat them. How can I, a weak scholar, take risks with myself!"

Chen Fei patted his shoulder and encouraged:

"It's okay! Zhang Ji and Duan Wei are my old friends along the way, so they will never make things difficult for you! I will send Yang Zhi to escort all the way to ensure you are safe and worry-free!"

Guo Jia glared at him fiercely:

"Can I have a hot pot before I leave?"

Chen Fei laughed:
Chapter completed!