"Jiang Ji, I know this person. He and Jiang Xu are indeed not the same family..." Ma Chao frowned.

Zhang Fei smiled and patted Jiang Wei on the shoulder: "Don't be so sad. I just said that Meng Qi is a person who knows his grudges clearly."

"Third General, what are you..."

Since Ma Chao entered Shu, he has worked with Zhang Fei for the longest time, and it was the first time that he saw Zhang Fei be so enthusiastic towards his subordinates.

"Meng Qi didn't know something. Ziyu recommended Jiang Boyue to me, saying that his skills were comparable to Deng Shizai, so I took him to see Shizai." Zhang Fei explained with a smile.

As soon as Ma Chao heard that it was Lan Tian who recommended him, he immediately looked at Jiang Weilai again, then nodded and affirmed: "General Lan has a sharp gaze, and his ability to recognize people is unparalleled in the world. Bo Yue and Deng Shizai were just as lucky."

There are always horses with a thousand li, but not always Bole. Lantian is that Bole, and the recommended talents have all shone brightly. Jiang Wei was so young that few were favored, so Ma Chao had such emotion.

Jiang Wei didn't know what Ma Chao meant, but he was more interested in Deng Ai. No matter when he was in Zitong or Hanzhong, Deng Ai always kept a low profile in farming according to Lan Tian's instructions, so the outside world knew very little about him.

Although Jiang Wei entered Wudu for a short time, Lan Tian's name repeatedly appeared in his ears, which is enough to show that this person has great influence under Liu Bei. It is a pity that the high-ranking officials in Luoyang have not paid attention to Lan Tian.

Because he was recommended by Lan Tian, ​​Ma Chao's attitude towards Jiang Wei also changed. Although he did not show any special closeness, he was not indifferent or hostile.

Zhang Fei and Jiang Wei rested for half a day at Yangping Pass, and then set off for Mianyang County, where Deng Ai was stationed. It was only a few dozen miles away from Yangping Pass. Since there was no military affairs in the pass, Ma Chao proposed to accompany them to lead the way.

"Meng Qi, does it really have no impact if you leave your post without permission?" Zhang Fei joked.

Ma Chao responded with a smile: "Your Majesty asked the last general to garrison Yangping Pass. The purpose is to coordinate Wudu and Hanzhong in the middle and prevent Cao Jun from attacking a certain place. Now that General Yide and Wei are not in a hurry, I am at ease at Yangping Pass."

"It's okay. I've been busy harassing Liangzhou for the past two years, and I haven't had time to see that little guy Deng Ai. I don't know how he is doing in Mianyang..." Zhang Fei frowned.

Ma Chao replied: "The three generals will know when they go to see it. How can the disciples of General Lan disappoint you? The supplies of Yangpingguan and Nanzheng basically come from Mianyang. Deng Shizai has obtained the essence of General Lan's farming."

"Oh? Then I want to see it." Zhang Fei's interest was aroused and he rode his horse to the east first, followed by Ma Chao and Jiang Wei.

A few hours later, the group arrived near Mianyang. It was spring plowing in March, and busy figures could be seen everywhere in the fertile farmland on both sides of the Han River.

Jiang Wei found that no one paid attention to them. They were all concentrating on composting and turning the soil. The golden sunshine shone on the faces of the farmers, painting a picture of happy spring plowing.

"These farmlands are so neat...and why aren't these people afraid..." Jiang Wei was very puzzled.

Zhang Fei explained: "The regular Qianmo method is convenient for dividing and managing the farming areas. It was created by Ziyu when he was in Xinye. Deng Shizai also learned it well. As for the common people in the farming area, most of them have trained during their leisure time. If they really encounter

When foreign enemies invade, they can throw away their hoe and go into battle."

"Could it be that the farming method that combines both offense and defense was created by General Lan?" Jiang Wei's eyes widened in shock.

"Of course, I remember that the villagers in Xinye were trained by Gao Boping himself." Zhang Fei saw everything in front of him and suddenly remembered the scene twenty years ago. How similar it was to the spring plowing in Xinye.

Gao Shun played less games after the fall of Xiapi, but two years ago he accompanied Guan Yu and defeated Cao Cao many times, once again making the reputation of the fallen camp resounding throughout the world.

Although the trapped army returned to Jiaozhou after the war, it was always feared by Wei's monarchs and ministers. Cao Xiu, the commander of the Tiger and Leopard Cavalry, knew the power of the heavy army and suggested to Cao Pi that Wei also build heavy infantry.

Although Cao Cao left Cao Pi with nine states, Cao Pi realized how difficult it was to be the master of one side only after he became the leader. The Tiger and Leopard Cavalry expanded in Cao Cao's later period, and the heavy cavalry had been reduced in armor to save costs, leaving no money left to form an army.

A heavy infantry.

Although the Henan nobles had a lot of wealth, Cao Pi strictly abided by Cao Cao's instructions during his lifetime, so that military power must be in the hands of the Cao family. After Cao Pi became emperor, he promoted Cao Hong to the rank of Hussar General, and ordered Cao Hong to guard Yecheng and supervise the production of armor. He hoped that this Cao Hong would be like Cao Hong.

Just like forming the Tiger and Leopard Cavalry, he spent his own money to build a trapping army for Wei.

Ma Chao pointed to the distance and sighed: "When the seedlings rise in two months, both sides of the Han River will be green and golden again during the harvest in August. That scene is really unforgettable."

Large-scale and standardized planting will only appear in the field area. If you look down from the sky, the crops are like military formations, and "thousands of troops and horses" stand neatly in the wilderness. Anyone who sees that scene will feel like it.

Shocking.

"Listening to what Meng Qi said, you seem to come to Mianyang often?" Zhang Fei suddenly frowned.

"Well, Yangping Pass is very close to Mianyang. When I am not busy with military affairs, I like to come and talk to Deng Shizai." Ma Chao replied with a smile.

"Ahem, will Qiu Shuang also come to help?" Zhang Fei asked.

"Uh... Deng Shizai's villagers here are more than our garrison at Yangping Pass. There's no need to send more people to help, right?" Ma Chao was confused after hearing this.

Zhang Fei did not comment and continued to ask: "Since Meng Qi comes here often, did Deng Shizai keep you for the harvest feast?"

Ma Chao nodded lightly, "I remember one time when each village slaughtered chickens and sheep. The scene was more lively than the Chinese New Year. Although the villagers' food was simple, it tasted really good."

"I can only blame you for not helping, otherwise Deng Shizai would have stayed a few more times." Zhang Feixin said that you are still a thin-skinned boy. If I were close to the water, I would live on the 'moon'.

"Huh?" Ma Chao didn't know what Zhang Fei wanted to say, so he could only agree with a smile. Jiang Wei was even more puzzled by Zhang Er.

"Since Meng Qi often comes to Mianyang, do you know where Deng Shizai is?" Zhang Fei raised his hand and looked into the distance, wondering where to look for Deng Ai.

During the spring plowing season, Deng Ai was mostly in the fields and would not hide alone in the county town to enjoy his happiness like ordinary officials.

Deng Ai has been influenced by it since he was a child, learning from Lan Tian to get close to the land, and the joy of harvest can bring unparalleled happiness.

Ma Chao smiled and replied: "Third General, our tall horses are very eye-catching. Let's wait here for a while. Someone will lead us there in a while."

Zhang Fei felt his heart pounding when he heard this. He thought that he had underestimated Ma Chao. Is this person the master of Mianyang Tuntian District? Otherwise, why would anyone come to lead the way?

"But these people are simply..." Jiang Wei didn't finish what he said, meaning that the farmers are too busy with their work, so how can they have time to greet us?

Ma Chao did not continue to explain to Jiang Wei, and everyone walked aimlessly in the fields.

About half an hour later, a fast horse came from the southeast, running towards them. When Ma Chao saw this, the corner of his mouth slightly raised.

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Chapter completed!