After half an hour of discussion, everyone stood up to say goodbye. Liu Jing winked at Jia Xu. Jia Xu understood and deliberately took a step later and stayed.

At this time, Liu Jingzheng talked about the Jingzhou Academy with Kuai Liang. Liu Jing smiled and said, "Jingzhou Academy is related to our future follow-up talents. It is very important. I have talked to Xu Changshi about this matter. We will fully support the Academy to move back to Xiangyang, but I want to hear your own ideas."

Kuai Liang hurriedly said: "There are two plans within the academy now. One is to move back to Longzhong, and the second is to build a academy in Xiangyang City. The support for these two plans is roughly the same."

Liu Jing pondered for a moment and asked, "What is Pang Degong's attitude?"

Pang Degong is a master of academic circles in Jingzhou. His opinions are crucial. Even if Liu Jing already has ideas, he must first respect his opinions.

"Duke Pang De did not support moving to Longzhong. He said that there is enough Lumen Academy in Longzhong, and he cannot let go of Jingzhou Academy."

Liu Jing laughed. It seemed that Mr. Pang Degong was smarter than he thought and knew the difference between Lumen Academy and Jingzhou Academy.

Liu Jing took out the map of Xiangyang City, spread it on the table, and pointed to the northeast corner and said: "This is the Xiangyang Library, covering an area of ​​40 acres. Next to it is the original Cai Mao mansion, covering an area of ​​30 acres. The nearby Cai Family Sword Museum in Baihuai Lane covers an area of ​​20 acres. There are also some sporadic buildings, which are about 100 acres in total. The Xiangyang Academy can be rebuilt with the library as the center."

Kuai Liang was overjoyed. He saw the real support and even chose the place. This was not a word. He sighed and said, "Everyone is homeless and hopes to move back to Xiangyang within the year."

"There is definitely no problem to move back within the year. Xu Changshi will make arrangements. I generally won't ask about it. However, I have a principle for the academy and I hope Mr. Kuai can remember it."

"Please speak with the state governor"

Liu Jing pondered for a moment and said, "Although it is called Jingzhou Academy, I hope it attracts talents from all over the world. Does Kuai Gong understand?"

Kuai Liang nodded, "I understand what the governor of the state."

At this time, Jia Xu returned to the study. Seeing that they had important matters to discuss, Kuai Liang stood up and said goodbye. Liu Jing sent Kuai Liang to him and smiled at Jia Xu: "There is still a little bit unfinished in the Bashu matter. I want to discuss it with the military advisor."

Jia Xu smiled, "I wish to listen to my lord's words."

The two sat down, and Liu Jing took out another letter and said, "This is a secret letter written to me by Sima Yi. You can take a look at his plan to take Bashu first."

Jia Xu was a little surprised. Liu Jing did not take out the letter just now. In other words, Liu Jing had another plan to seize Bashu, which was even more top secret. Jia Xu took the letter and read it quickly, and his brows gradually frowned. In the letter, Sima Yi had already confirmed that Liu Zhang would meet with Liu Jing. He suggested that he follow the Qin Dynasty's plan to imprison King Huai of Chu, use the opportunity of the meeting to imprison Liu Zhang, and directly seize Bashu.

Jia Xu pondered for a long time and said, "The Qin State did not imprison King Huai of Chu in order to annex Chu State. It is inappropriate to simply imitate it. I am worried that if Liu Zhang is imprisoned, the Shu people will make Liu Zhang's son the new king, unite as one, and instead cannot seize Bashu. It is better to take advantage of Liu Zhang's cowardice and incompetence and erode Bashu step by step, which is more beneficial."

Liu Jing nodded and praised: "The military advisor is right. In fact, Sima Yi's other plan is good. He wants to take it, but first give it to him. He has a good relationship with Liu Zhang to confuse him. I was wondering whether we can take advantage of the civil strife in Jiangdong this time, so that Liu Zhang can feel that we are interested in the eastern expedition and continue to confuse him."

Jia Xu laughed, "This method is good, and it is well used, and it can indeed effectively confuse Bashu. I suggest that you might as well expand the Chaisang Water Village and deploy heavy troops in Chaisang, especially warships. We must gather in Chaisang and form an eastward expedition. I believe there will be spies reporting these details to Liu Zhang in a timely manner."

Liu Jing walked a few steps in the room with his hands behind his back, and said to Jia Xu: "Actually, I am more concerned about the impact of external forces on the situation in Bashu."

External forces

Jia Xu continued to be slightly stunned. It was not only Liu Bei, but he changed his mind and immediately understood, "Does the lord refer to Liu Bei, Cao Cao and Zhang Lu?"

Liu Jing nodded, "Actually, Cao Cao's problem is not big. He has no direct influence on Bashu. The key is that Zhang Lu, one in the south and one in the north, has a huge impact on Bashu. It will directly affect us in seizing Bashu. We cannot forget these two forces."

After pausing, Liu Jing continued: "In fact, Liu Bei is easy to deal with. Liu Zhang intercepted the letter from Zhang Song colluding with Liu Bei. He was extremely furious and hoped to jointly attack Wucheng with us and remove Liu Bei's nail for moving west. In that way, Liu Bei would not have the chance to move westward to Bashu. In fact, I care more about Zhang Lu, Hanzhong. I thought he would definitely not watch the fun."

At this time, Jia Xu smiled and said, "When it comes to Zhang Lu in Hanzhong, Weichen has a series of plans to create conditions for us to take over Bashu."

Liu Jing was overjoyed and hurriedly said, "I hope to hear the details."

Jia Xu smiled and whispered a few times, and Liu Jing fell into deep thought. After a long time, Liu Jing asked: "If this is the case, Cai Jin will look a little thin as the leader of Shangyong."

Jia Xu nodded, "Cai Jin cannot take on this important task, and Wei Chen recommends Wei Yan as the leader of Shangyong."

"Wei Yan"

Liu Jing was slightly stunned. He asked in confusion: "Does the military advisor think Wei Yan is feasible? I think Liu Hu is not bad."

"Weichen talked with Wei Yan today and I believe he will be able to complete this task."

Liu Jing was enlightened, and he nodded and smiled, "Since the military advisor recommended him, then use him, but Wei Yan was just a drum face. Who is the military advisor who thinks the drumstick is suitable for?"

Jia Xu casually said: "Isn't there a ready-made person?"

Liu Jing laughed, then said to the guard outside the door: "Go and summon Meng Da to see me quickly."

Soon, a burly man in his thirties walked in quickly, knelt down on one knee and said, "Meng Da pays homage to the governor of the state."

Meng Da was originally the commander of Guanghan, Yizhou, and had a very good relationship with Fa Zheng. The two of them entered Sichuan together and were valued by Zhang Song together and regarded him as their confidant. As Zhang Song was promoted to Yizhou, Meng Da was also recommended by Zhang Song as the commander of Guanghan.

Not long ago, Zhang Song was killed for colluding with Liu Bei. Although Fa Zheng was not implicated, Meng Da became the first person to be cleansed. Meng Da was extremely frightened and abandoned his official position and fled. Fa Zheng recommended him to Liu Jing. Just two days ago, Meng Da secretly arrived in Xiangyang.

Liu Jing quickly helped him up and said with a smile: "I have an extremely important task. Can General Meng help me?"

Meng Da was a very clever person, and he immediately bowed and said, "I am willing to serve the governor of the state."

Liu Jing nodded with satisfaction. This person is quite conscious of the times.

.........

The next morning, Liu Jing slowly entered Fancheng under the escort of hundreds of cavalry. Many years ago, Liu Jing was once the marquis of the South Gate of Fancheng, and he always had a special feeling for this city.

Fancheng is already very different from the past. The city that once was the most prosperous business in Jingzhou has gradually lost its former commercial status because it fell into the hands of Cao's army for more than a year, and a large number of merchants have moved to Jiangxia.

Although the provincial government returned to Xiangyang, Fancheng inevitably began to decline and completely became a vassal city of Xiangyang.

This is also a strategic consideration. If Fancheng is too prosperous, once Cao's army goes south again and occupy Fancheng, the blow to Jingzhou will be extremely serious. The downplay of Fancheng's status is also due to this consideration.

The biggest change is the decline in population. When Fancheng was at its peak, it had a population of 160,000, but now the population is less than 70,000, which is more than half.

The streets were full of shoulder to shoulder and disappeared, and although the taverns and shops were still open, there were obviously fewer customers. The enthusiastic bartender, who used to be, was sitting in front of the gate chatting boredly.

The new Fancheng County Magistrate is Liu Jing's old acquaintance Lu Sheng. He was the chief clerk of the Youjiao Office. He was once the magistrate of Yangxin County and was just appointed as the magistrate of Fancheng County.

He followed Liu Jing and introduced to Liu Jing: "The population in Fancheng is about 55,000 now, and some of them will be returned. I estimate that it will be around 70,000. And as Xiangyang gets on track, Fancheng will gradually flourish again. After all, Xiangyang's business still depends on Fancheng.

Liu Jing nodded, "Although the business in Fancheng cannot be compared with the past, it still needs to be developed, mainly to develop trade with the Central Plains. I hope that in two years, the population of Fancheng will be restored to 100,000. In addition, I plan to build a large Xiangfan pontoon bridge on the Han River, so that everyone will no longer need a ferry and can cross the river directly. I have asked the craftsman to consider the plan. It is necessary to be able to pedestrians and not affect sailing. It is estimated that construction will start before the end of the year."

Lu Sheng was overjoyed, "If there were floating bridges, then the revival of Fancheng would be soon."

Liu Jing smiled but said nothing. It was impossible for Fancheng to have great development, and it was almost the same as becoming a residential area in Xiangyang.

At this time, everyone came to a small courtyard. The far door was locked and the door was covered with dust. Liu Jing looked at the small courtyard. This was his first home and later Uncle Meng's residence. Since Uncle Meng passed away three years ago, the courtyard has been vacant.

Liu Jing stared at the gate of the courtyard for a long time. He sighed in his heart and did not enter the courtyard, so he urged his horse to continue inspecting Fancheng.

At this moment, a personal soldier rushed over behind him and shouted from afar: "Prince, report important matters."

"What's the matter?" Liu Jing stopped the war horse.

"Qi Bingzhou Governor, the Jiangdong envoy has arrived. Now that the people have arrived at the wharf, Xu Changshi asks the provincial governor to return as soon as possible."

.........

Although Zhang Hong has been dealing with Jingzhou for more than ten years, this is his first time to come to Xiangyang. This time he and Lu Su were received grandly. Military advisor Jia Xu and chief secretary Xu Shu brought more than a dozen officials to the dock to greet him.

Lu Su is an intermediary. He introduced Jia Xu and Xu Shu to Zhang Hong one by one. Zhang Hong bowed and smiled: "I have long admired the two names for a long time. I only met him today. Zhang Hong comforted his life."

In fact, Jia Xu's reputation is much greater than Xu Shu, but Zhang Hong is very smart. He must not favor one or the other at this time, but must respect Xu Shu the same. Moreover, he has a very friendly and friendly conversation and laughter. Compared with Lu Su's seriousness, it makes people feel more relaxed and happy.

This is also one of the reasons why Sun Quan sent him. Not only was his status higher than Lu Su, but Lu Su was just here to survey the situation. At the most critical moment of negotiations, Zhang Hong still needed to take action.

Everyone welcomed Zhang Hong and Lu Su into Xiangyang City. The wide and gorgeous carriages were walking on the flat VIP road, with military guards behind them, and the momentum was quite spectacular. On the common people's roads on both sides, ordinary people kept bowing to the convoy, with a very respectful attitude.

Zhang Hong nodded and praised: "I think the city is relatively broad. The people of Xiangyang are well-educated and well-informed, and know that the people can only prosper. This is the basis for the prosperity of Jingzhou. In comparison, Jiangdong is a little insufficient, and we must chase it."

Xu Shu smiled and said, "Shi Zhang is too modest."

The convoy soon arrived at the Jingzhou Military and Political Office, which was the original state office. A group of magnificent buildings suddenly appeared in front of everyone. Even Lu Su was the first time in Jingzhou, and he was suddenly a little shocked.

In the past, people often said that the Wu Hou Mansion was called the Wu Palace by the people, which was a title of usurpation. However, in fact, the construction of the Wu Palace itself did not have much problem. It was especially smaller than the royal palace when it was built. However, today he knew what usurpation was when he saw the Jingzhou Prefecture Yamen. I am afraid that even the imperial palace was just like this.

Zhang Hong next to him smiled without saying anything, and his expression was not abnormal. He had heard that Liu Biao was as arrogant as an emperor. Today, it seems that he is indeed well-known. However, this is Liu Biao's masterpiece and has nothing to do with Liu Jing. Besides, even if it was built by Liu Jing, he must turn a blind eye.
Chapter completed!