Zhong Yao stroked his black and thick beard and pondered for a long time, with a slight head on his head. "The way of the king is to be deeply aware of the principles of Yi, to be virtuous and to be self-improvement. Like bamboo buds and pine trees, it is strong and prosperous, and naturally it is not afraid of the wind coming from all sides."

Sun Ce smiled, neither admitting nor denying it. In front of the old bureaucrat Zhong Yao, he needed to maintain a little mystery. If Zhong Yao saw through him, things would be difficult to do in the future. As a former calligraphy enthusiast, he was no stranger to Zhong Yao, the calligraphy that was known as Zhong Wang together with Wang Xizhi, but as a history enthusiast, he knew that Zhong Yao was not as simple as a calligraphy master.

This person is definitely a master of power and skills. Although his reputation in the Ruying clan is not as good as Xun Yu and Xun You, his role cannot be underestimated. With Xun Yu and Xun You passing away one year apart, it was Zhong Yao who took over the banner of the Ruying clan. In the 24th year of Jian'an, Wei Feng's coup failed and was closely related. As Wei Feng's recommended, Zhong Yao was unscathed. He was only symbolically removed from office for a few months. Cao Pi immediately resumed his post after he succeeded to the throne. What is even more amazing is that during the evolution of the Wei and Jin Dynasties, Zhong Yao's son became the confidant of the Sima family. If it weren't for Zhong Hui's final descent, their father and son would be honored in the three dynasties.

When an individual reaches this level, it is simply amazing. To control such a person's talent, it is far from enough to have a knife in his hand. It is necessary to maintain a little mystery. Treating people with sincerity is a virtue, but you also need to look at who you are.

Seeing Sun Ce laughing but not speaking, Zhong Yao was a little unnatural. Since he met Sun Ce in Xixian, he confirmed the rumor that Sun Ce was frivolous and unpretentious. Even Mrs. Zhong said that although the King of Wu had great achievements, he was not arrogant and was extremely easy-going and could chat and laugh with anyone. However, when he met Sun Ce today, Sun Ce was not easy-going at all, but had a little more unfathomable. Standing in front of Sun Ce, he was not like an old man who was in his old age, but like a young man who had just entered the official career. He was self-righteous, but was seen through at first sight, and unnaturally embarrassing.

How could there be such a person in the world? I heard that Zijin Mountain outside Jianye City was originally named Zhongshan, and it was the same name as Sun Ce's grandfather. Sun Ce established the capital here. It seems that this is really God's will.

"How many pounds of strength does the king have now?"

"Thirty or four pounds." Sun Ce was not humble. The situation was urgent. He needed Zhong Yao to be in charge. Being honest was a little bit beneficial to Zhong Yao to grasp the measure. "It's okay to deal with any one, and it's really hard to deal with so many. One man is desperate, but ten people are hard to be, and there are more than one desperate now."

Zhong Yao couldn't help but smile and was happy. Sun Ce's self-reliance was not up to par, which was a manifestation of his confidence. Military tactics emphasize the virtual and the real, and the so-called "can't show it, but not show it," only those who are guilty will pretend to be strong, and those who are truly capable are never afraid of exposure. Sun Ce seems helpless, but in fact he is sure. It's no wonder that the five states under his rule are too potential. When he really has to dominate, even if he has to siege from three sides, he may not be able to do anything to him.

Under a command from Yuzhou, each county conscripted more than 200,000 military service, and had enough money and grain to spend more than a year. What an amazing power.

"The king is modest. I think he is at least seven or eight pounds."

Sun Ce couldn't help laughing twice, waved his hand, and signaled Zhong Yao to follow. The two walked side by side, chatting casually, talking about the scenery in front of him, the scenery in Gebi, the war in Jingzhou, and the people's livelihood of Jianye. Sun Ce conveyed the gratitude of the Yuan sisters to Zhong Yao. The tombstones written by Zhong Yao for Yuan Wei and others were not only exquisite in calligraphy, but also excellent in articles, and they were very satisfied.

Zhong Yao was smiling on his face, but he was cursing in his heart. Writing tombstones for Yuan Wei, Yuan Ji and others was not an easy job. I don’t know how many beards he had broken. He wrote so many tombstones when he was in Guanzhong, but it didn’t have much effort to do with these tombstones.

"Zhong Jun, what do you want to do after the New Year? Do you have any plans?"

"You have little virtue and can be shallow, and you don't know what you can do. Just follow the situation and do your best."

Sun Ce secretly praised, the answer was so wonderful. He didn't look like a famous man over 50 years old. He was even more low-key than a newbie who had just entered the workplace. It made people feel that he was a talent for creation, and inexplicably he had more thought of his expectations.

"I'm not hiding Zhong Jun, I'm thinking about this recently. I originally planned to arrange for Zhong Jun to go to the Luo River to prepare for war and peep into Guanzhong. Now the Lu family has been occupied by Gao Shun, so it's difficult to go to the Luo River. I want to adjust it and ask Zhong Jun to sit in Xiangyang and teach my younger brother. I wonder what Zhong Jun wants to do?"

Zhong Yao was both surprised and happy. After coming to Jianye, he temporarily lived in the Guo family and often met Guo Jia. He also inquired indirectly, but Guo Jia did not say it, but just asked him to wait with peace of mind. He knew that the result would not be too bad, but he was still unsure of what would happen. At this moment, hearing Sun Ce's arrangement, the hanging stone finally landed on the ground.

Xiangyang is undoubtedly an important town on the Western Front, especially when Huang Zhong attacked Hanzhong. Sun Ce was in charge before, but now Sun Ce returned to Jianye, where only Sun Yi was stationed. Sun Yi was Sun Ce's third brother, with a personality similar to Sun Ce. He has been with Sun Ce for many years and has been out of here. His age is as seventeen years ago when Sun Ce fought in Xiangyang. It can be seen that Sun Ce's intention of cultivating this younger brother. If you can tell the achievements of assisting Sun Yi, the next step is either to be in charge, or to enter the court to assist Sun Ce himself, or at least to assist the prince.

"I am grateful to the king, and I am afraid that I will never run out of my power."

Sun Ce looked at Zhong Yao bowing and bowing, and then he reached out to show his respect for the ministers. "In addition to military affairs, there are some things to ask you. Zhang Xiang has a heavy task and has no time to go to Nanyang again. Some affairs must be handled by Zhong Jun. My younger brother is young, full of passion, lacks stability, and has very shallow knowledge. He needs more teaching from Zhong Jun."

"Hey." Zhong Yao was happy and agreed one by one.

"Guo Yuan has good martial arts skills and has been with me for many years. He is still steady in his work. Let him be your organization and protect your safety."

Zhong Yao was slightly stunned, then he was shocked, put away his smile, bowed to take the order again.

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I had a family dinner held by Cai Ke in Jingu Garden, and met several more people. Sun Ce had a half-day leisure time in his life. He left Jingu Garden and returned to Taichu Palace along the Qinhuai River.

Along the way, he took advantage of the lanterns on both sides of the river and saw several houses near the river. Fang Xin Cai Mao said it was true. Although there were so many gardens, although each had their own characteristics, there were not many that could surpass Jingu Garden. Cai Mao was not outstanding in governing the government and commanding troops. He was an expert in building houses. In Wujun, the house built in Yangxian was intoxicating in price, but the quality was really good. The house given to Feng Wan in Taihu Lake was the same. The environment was good, the layout was good, and the materials were used solidly. Feng Fang and his wife liked it very much and were very satisfied with making such a rich friend.

Maybe he should be the young mansion so that Huang Chengyan would devote himself to metallurgy. But this idea disappeared in a flash. Cai Mao would build a house, and he would become ruthless when he became greedy. He handed over such a big project to him, and I don’t know how much he would be hacked. Forget it, this person is better in business and is not suitable to be an official.

When he returned to the harem, it was getting late. Huang Yueying went back to the Pythagorean Hall to rest. Sun Ce came to Kunning Hall where Yuan Heng was and communicated with Yuan Heng about the daytime situation. After entering the palace, the waiter opened his mouth and was about to make a loud announcement. Sun Ce waved his hand and told them not to make a big fuss. He walked towards the palace alone with his hands behind his back. The waiter looked a little embarrassed, but he did not dare to disobey, so he could only respond submissively.

When he arrived at the gate of the hall, Sun Ce heard a joke inside. In addition to Yuan Heng and Yuan Quan, there was also Mrs. Zhong, and he couldn't help laughing. It was so late that Mrs. Zhong was still here, so he was naturally worried that Zhong Yao would come to find out some news. Although Guo Jia was frivolous and a little afraid, his mouth was very tight and could not be said. Mrs. Zhong couldn't find out a word. Besides, she was unwilling to ruin Guo Jia's future because of Zhong Yao. Taking advantage of the opportunity to visit the queen, she had time to ask about his mood. She didn't need a very definite answer, so she knew it in her heart.

When he entered the hall, he first saw Guo Yi bringing Sun Jie and Sun Sheng playing under the steps. Guo Yi has a lively personality, can tell jokes, and is as serious as Lu Yi. He is deeply loved by children. Sun Jie and Sun Sheng are no exception. After not seeing each other a few days, he asked why the Guo brothers didn't come.

Seeing Sun Ce coming, Guo Yi stood up to salute. The two little guys also stood up and saluted with integrity, calling him "Father". Although Sun Jie was born to Yin Wei, Yin Wei took very little. Most of the time he followed Yuan Quan, and he was very thoughtful in etiquette. He had a princely demeanor at a young age and was very likable.

Hearing the voices of Guo Yi and others, the people in the hall came out. Mrs. Zhong quickly looked at Sun Ce, but saw that Sun Ce was calm and could not see joy or anger. She couldn't help but feel uneasy and did not dare to ask more questions. After a few words, she said goodbye. Without Sun Ce's question, Yuan Heng told Mrs. Zhong Cheng about the purpose of Mrs. Zhong Cheng and asked for the result naturally. Sun Ce went to Jingu Garden, and Zhong Yao took the initiative to ask for a meeting. This incident reached the ears of the relevant people within an hour. As an adult scholar of the Ru Ying clan, Zhong Yao gave up on the court and came back. This incident was related to the overall interests of the Ru Ying clan. I don't know how many people were waiting for the result, and Yuan Heng did not need to hide it.

Sun Ce said his arrangements. These arrangements were discussed with Zhang Hong, Yu Fan and Guo Jia, and there was only one accident: he would make Guo Yuan do the work of Zhong Yao’s troops to show his temporary intention to warn Ru Ying faction. As a personal servant, Guo Yuan would be at least a commander, or even higher, letting him do the work of Zhong Yao’s troops would be a punishment. As a nephew, he could understand that he would make Zhong Yao’s troops, but it would be unforgivable to report the news privately. On this point, Guo Wu did it very appropriately and would never have too many personal contacts with Zhong Yao.

If it weren't for the long-term contribution of Guo Yuan's war and his family was a child of the Guo family, the punishment might be heavier.

Yuan Heng nodded after hearing this. "The king was kind and powerful, and he was clear in rewards and punishments. I admire him. But Shubi was only seventeen years old, but Zhong Yao was an official for many years and had a deep foundation. Will he be overwhelmed by the leader?"

Sun Ce looked at Yuan Heng, then at Yuan Quan, and chuckled: "Who do you think is better, which one is better, compared to Zhong Yao or Zhang Xiang or Yu Xiang?"

Yuan Heng and Yuan Quan looked at each other and smiled at each other. Yuan Quan said angrily: "The king is suspicious of his neighbor stealing an axe, we don't have that intention."
Chapter completed!