Chapter 234 232. Sumai will be collected (please subscribe for a monthly ticket)

Author: nonsense and gossip

Liu Bei's development direction in the next few years was decided after Xu Shu thought for a long time and discussed it with Zhuge Liang.

To the south, Jingzhou's sphere of influence cannot be blatantly occupied, but to the north, it is feasible to occupy some... territory that is not within Jingzhou's control, and there is no moral conflict.

Therefore, in addition to vigorously developing people's livelihood in Duyang, Xu Shu also suggested that Liu Bei steal more people from Cao Cao's territory, because in everything, the people... are the foundation of the foundation.

"Pushing the defense line north?" Wen Pin was stunned.

These counties to the north of Jingzhou, because they were very close to the Central Plains, had experienced many wars. Even if Liu Biao wanted to take control...it didn't make much sense, so he lent Wancheng to Zhang Xiu at that time.

As a result, Zhang Xiu surrendered to Cao Cao, and almost all the area north of Wancheng was controlled by Cao soldiers.

Now, even if Wancheng is taken back, those places are still an area where the forces of both sides intersect, and Cao Cao is still the one who actually controls those places.

That's why Wenpin was stunned.

Obviously, Xu Shu's suggestion... simply put, is to ask Liu Bei to develop through the power of Jingzhou.

This is not necessarily a good thing for Liu Biao...but it seems that it is not a bad thing either?

He has analyzed Liu Bei's combat effectiveness.

Not to mention Liu Bei himself, Liu Bei's third brother and the silver-armored general behind him... are very difficult to deal with.

Now that the Han family has reached such a state, Liu Bei, as a clan member of the Han family, and has the reputation of General Zuo and Yuzhou Mu, has developed... and can work together with Liu Biao, which does not seem to be a bad thing.

Wenpin struggled for a while, but finally convinced himself on the principle of justice.

"Yes." Xu Shu nodded, and then analyzed, "Duyang and the area north of Wancheng are mostly under the control of Cao Jun, but these places are actually the territory of Jingzhou."

Wenpin nodded.

"My Lord was taken in by Jingzhou Mu, so he wanted to do his part for Jingzhou." Xu Shu smiled and continued, "The most important thing is that it can weaken the strength of Cao's thieves and further push Jingzhou's troops to Xuchang."

"Of course, if there is a chance to welcome the emperor back... that would be great."

Everyone nodded.

"It's just...there is no high city to defend in those places." Wenpin still had doubts.

Another reason why those places will be abandoned by Jingzhou is actually because they cannot hold on there. If a solid defense line can be established, Jingzhou will not give up.

With Liu Bei's current military strength... it is almost a fool's errand to hold the entire northern area.

"This time, when Cao's thieves attack north, they will definitely defend Xu Changduo." Xu Shu explained, "But with only a few troops, Cao's army will not bother to defend this area. Once we attack...the other side will definitely give up these few troops."

In the small county town, leave your troops back to Xuchang."

Wenpin marveled, "Sir, you are very talented."

Yes, following last year's example, everyone in the world knows that Jingzhou also wants to welcome the emperor.

Once Jingzhou sends troops, the opponent's defense focus must be on Xuchang, not these insignificant territories.

"What Yuan Zhi said is also what Bei is thinking." Liu Bei sighed, "These places are originally the land of Jingzhou, so naturally they should be under the control of Brother Jing Sheng."

"I have received so much kindness from Brother Jingsheng, but I don't know how to repay him."

…

A few days later, Liu Bei and Wenpin received the news from Xiangyang, and they were both happy.

Wancheng is outside the gate.

"Since General Cai is going to lead the army north, I will order my third brother to be the vanguard and go north to do some planning. Then I will return to Duyang and wait for General Cai."

"Then I would like to wish General Zuo that he will sing loudly and have a triumphant victory!" Wenpin held his hand and wished him earnestly.

"Thank you, General Wen!"

So, Liu Bei and his party separated from Wenpin and went to Duyang.

…

On the Xiangyang side, Huang Yueying didn't pay too much attention after knowing that Liu Biao had set the general direction.

Boss Cao is very lucky, Boss Liu...at this period, luck doesn't seem to be that good, so...just try your best in everything.

The growth of winter wheat, as time goes by, the ears of wheat have become heavy on the branches.

"I heard that this wheat flour can be used to make soup cakes made from white flour. It tastes good!"

"This is the first time for me, old man, to grow this kind of wheat. I have never eaten soup cakes before..."

In the fields, old farmers were constantly checking the growth of the crops in the fields and discussing them constantly.

In this day and age, not everyone can eat pasta.

In the north or the Central Plains, there are many opportunities to eat pasta, but in places like Jingzhou... rice is the top crop respected by the people, because... it tastes sweet and not harsh, and is much more delicious than corn.

"Hey, aren't there stalls selling soup cakes in Xiangyang City now? A bowl only costs two yuan..."

"Two dollars can buy a pound of corn!"

"My eldest son ate it once and said that the taste was a bit bland, and the others were much better than corn!"

"Really? After paying the rent to the owner of these wheat crops, we can keep some seeds so that we can try them out later."

Huang Yueying also walked with people in the fields. Most of what she heard was the people's yearning for a better life, and she felt very satisfied in her heart.

"But... I have to wait until next month to harvest the wheat, plow the fields, and sow the rice... I'm afraid it will be too late!" Some people are worried.

"Why are you worried about doing so much? Anyway, one season of food is grown, no matter how bad it is, can it still be worse than the famine years?"

Someone objected.

Huang Yueying shook her head helplessly. Of course, it is normal for people who have never tried two crops a year to be worried. When the time comes to transplant rice...this worry will disappear one by one.

Therefore, she doesn't care about these comments.

But just because she doesn't care, it doesn't mean that the people under her don't care.

Huang Wu is one of the people who cares.

"These old men have already planted winter wheat and summer rice in Chu'an, so why are they so worried?" So he knelt down and asked.

"This gentleman is really brave." An old farmer smiled and then replied, "Although we also believe in Chu Anjun and Jingzhou Mu... But after all, we have never done anything and have no confidence in our hearts, so we have these things.

doubt."

"But the government has already said it." Huang Wu was still puzzled.

The old farmer just smiled and shook his head and stopped answering.

Another person next to him said, "This gentleman, to put it bluntly, how much can you trust what this official says?"

Huang Wu was stunned.

Huang Yueying was silent.

In this era, even the people in Jingzhou have this idea...What about other places?

Everyone is living a hard life, and of course they know that...if they really want to have enough to eat, they have to rely on themselves and God...rather than relying on the government.

This so-called credibility... is really worrying. Huang Yueying thought so.

But not far away, I saw several young scholars talking to a group of old farmers. Among them... there were also several relatively familiar people, such as... Cheng Song and Lu Deng.

"Why are these brothers here?" Huang Yueying asked as she walked over.

"Isn't it because of policy discussions?" Cheng Song replied casually, and then realized that the person asking... was A Chu, so he smiled, "Isn't it because of A Chu?"

Huang Yueying blinked.

What does it have to do with her?

"A Chu wants us to graduate as soon as possible, and we have already made plans for our future career." Lu Deng explained at the side, "Of course we want to come and understand the current farming work."

"In order to compare the yield per mu of Sumai, in addition to the fields near the academy, many of us looked for fields in other places to obtain the yield per mu of Sumai in different places. After analysis, we can further understand." Cheng Song then continued.

Chatter.

Huang Yueying smiled and understood.

These people... are not rigid-minded.

Then...she saw Huang Cong and Zhuge Jun who were still in the field instructing these students to weed weeds...

Very good, Huang Cong is in Xiangyang Academy and seems to be doing well!

Today’s portion, dear ones.

Recently, due to the May Day holiday, updates have been late and infrequent.

Will make up for it later when it becomes stable.
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