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Liu Jing quickly walked into the lobby, and he bowed to Cao Zhi slightly. He was curious. Did Cao Zhi tell Cao Cao about the edict and the edict, with Cao Cao's personality, that he would not be indifferent. Does Cao Cao really think that he could stop him from going north, so he disdained it.

Cao Zhi swallowed dryly, feeling a little nervous. If the last time he was a newborn calf and was not afraid of tigers and looked down on Liu Jing, then at this moment he had already felt Liu Jing's strong pressure, and it might be possible that the lives of thousands of people could be determined in just a few words.

Cao Zhi also bowed to Liu Jing, without saying a word, and followed Chen Qun silently. Liu Jing felt the subtle changes of Cao Zhi, smiled, and asked Chen Qun and Cao Zhi to sit down.

"How is the harvest in the north this fall?" Liu Jing asked with concern.

"The autumn harvest is pretty good, but the wheat is not good in summer. This year's wheat is the Little New Year, so it should be the same in the south."

"Indeed, the wheat harvest is not good in summer, and it is 20% lower than last year, so both Yizhou and Jingzhou are paying special attention to the autumn harvest."

"The same is true in the north. The eldest son has gone to Hebei to inspect the autumn harvest, and most officials have also gone out to help with the autumn harvest. Farming is the foundation of the country."

The two of them exchanged a few greetings, Chen Qun took out a button seal and placed it on the table, and handed a scroll to Liu Jing, "This is the edict from the emperor to the governor of the state. Please keep the etiquette simple."

The simple etiquette means not having to take a shower and change clothes, or setting up incense tables to receive the orders, but Liu Jing still kowtowed respectfully to the edict and accepted the edict. He slowly opened it and turned out to be the edict that formally named him the governor of Yizhou, and also appointed his daughter Liu Zhu as the lord of Wuchang County. This really surprised Liu Jing.

It can be said that Cao Cao appointed his daughter as the county lord to win him over. So what does it mean to directly sign him as the governor of Yizhou? Liu Jing immediately understood the profound meaning, which was to accept his plan to replace the governor of Yizhou. However, Cao Cao first showed sincerity and took the initiative to sign him as the governor of Yizhou. As for whether to give him or not, it depends on whether Liu Jing is willing to cooperate.

Seeing this, Liu Jing glanced at Cao Zhi quickly and saw Cao Zhi's face flushed, his eyes evasive, and he did not dare to look at him. He lowered his head guiltily.

Liu Jing felt something and smiled at Chen Qun slightly, "The Lord's concern for me is touching. Please tell me about my gratitude to you. When the time is right, I will go to Yedu to meet the Lord."

This time Cao Zhi understood, and Liu Jing clearly said that the emperor was the emperor, but in fact he was referring to his father. Cao Zhi's spirit immediately became excited and he felt like he was entering the house.

Chen Qun said politely and did not lead the topic to the main business. At this time, Liu Jing asked again, "I heard that Chen Zhongcheng strongly advocated the restoration of corporal punishment. I am very interested. Can you ask Zhongcheng to tell me something?"

Chen Qun's proposal to restore corporal punishment and abolish the punishment of whipping moss caused great controversy in the court. Cao Cao also hesitated, which put Chen Qun under great pressure. Unexpectedly, Liu Jing was very interested. Chen Qun suddenly felt a sense of confidant and smiled: "It is rare that the governor of the state is willing to listen to it, so I will just say it briefly."

"I'd like to listen carefully"

Chen Qun pondered for a moment and said, "My father thought that the abolition of corporal punishment and the increase of whipping was originally out of kindness and compassion, but the result made more perpetrators. This is what is called "the name is light but the reality is heavy. The criminal law is light and the criminal law makes the people more likely to commit crimes, and they will not change it after repeated teachings. Although it is unreasonable to destroy other people's bodies, it can protect innocent people.

If the ancient punishment can be reused, so that those who commit adultery can go down to the silkworm room and those who commit adultery can put their feet on it, they will never have the possibility of being sexually licentious and letting go. Although all the sins in the world cannot be eliminated, at least those who harm others cannot commit crimes again and again, and at the same time deter crimes. Therefore, the scriptures say: Only respect the five punishments to achieve virtue, and the people do not fear severe punishments and harsh laws, will virtue be produced, and the same is true in ancient and modern times."

Liu Jing nodded, "What the Chief Secretary said is that Liu Zhang has been weak for more than ten years and has been lenient in the criminal law, which has led to the arrogant and arrogant people in the Bashu area, the people are not afraid of the law, and moral decline. It cannot be changed without severe punishment and severe laws. If the Chief Secretary intends, can he write a retro punishment for me, I am very willing to try to implement it."

Chen Qun was very happy. Although Liu Jing was their enemy, Liu Jing was still very encouraged by his willingness to govern the country. He stroked his beard with relief and said, "I'll go back and sort it out, and record a copy of my father and some of my law ideas and give it to the governor of the state."

At this time, Cao Zhi coughed gently behind him, reminding Chen Qun to pay attention to his position. Chen Qun turned around and smiled: "Don't be nervous. I will talk to the Prime Minister about this matter. With the Prime Minister's elegance, I believe he will agree."

Liu Jing also smiled and said, "It seems that Mr. Zhi doesn't understand his father either."

Cao Zhi blushed and reluctantly responded: "This time, Chen Zhongcheng and I went to Yizhou on the order of my father. We have a mission. We should put official affairs first. We should do our business first. If we do our business and then talk about private affairs, wouldn't it be more meaningful?"

Cao Zhi means that if the negotiations on the official matters cannot be reached and the private matters are settled, it will be a bit of abolishing the public by private matters, and it is difficult to explain when you go back like this.

Liu Jing and Chen Qun looked at each other and laughed together, "Mr. Zhi is right, let's talk about the law later."

Liu Jing and the others exchanged a few more greetings, but they never talked about the main business. He ordered the minister to arrange food and accommodation, and then got up and said goodbye.

After seeing Liu Jing off, Chen Qun and Cao Zhi returned to the lobby. Seeing that Cao Zhi was always smiling and worried, Chen Qun smiled and said, "Don't be nervous anymore. The Prime Minister knew in his heart that there would be no breakthrough. We have no pressure, so let's relax."

Cao Zhi was stunned, "Since you know there will be no result, what should you do when you negotiate?"

Chen Qun smiled faintly and said, "This is politics. If you fight, you will be in trouble. If you talk, you can't tear off your face just because the two armies are fighting. Remember, no matter when and where, you must leave some room for yourself and the other party. The Prime Minister does not want to tear off your face with Liu Jing. Only in this way can there be a possibility of negotiations in the future."

Cao Zhi nodded silently, leaving some room for everything, and he gradually understood a little.

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When he returned to the General's Mansion, Liu Jing immediately ordered someone to invite Jia Xu. Due to the principle of reciprocity, this kind of negotiation does not require Liu Jing to come forward in person. As long as his senior officials come forward, Liu Jing has repeatedly considered it when returning to the General's Mansion. This kind of negotiation still requires Jia Xu to come forward.

Xu Shu was upright, straightforward but not hypocritical. When he negotiated with Jiangdong last year, he saw that he was not suitable for negotiations. Although Sima Yi was smart and cunning, he had a little experience and might not be able to suppress Chen Qun. Only Jia Xu was cunning and cunning and experienced, he was the most suitable negotiator.

But Jia Xu had some heart problems, and Liu Jing had to talk to him first. Soon, Jia Xu hurried to Liu Jing's official room. Almost all the senior officials in the General's Mansion were exposed and rushed to various places to inspect the autumn harvest. Jia Xu stayed in the General's Mansion because he was old.

"See the governor of the state" Jia Xu entered the room and bowed to Liu Jing.

"Military advisor, please sit down"

Liu Jing smiled and asked Jia Xu to sit down, and ordered someone to serve tea. Who is Jia Xu? Liu Jing rushed back so quickly, not for Cao Cao's envoy, and Xu Shu and others were not in the general's mansion. Liu Jing brought himself in, obviously he wanted to come forward for him and negotiate with Chen Qun.

This is Jia Xu's heart disease. Over the years, he has always called Cao Cao the Prime Minister and has never changed his words. It is because Cao Cao had been kind to him and he could never let go of this kindness. Especially Liu Jing's northern expedition, Jia Xu avoided planning, which was actually a kind of evasion.

However, Jia Xu also knew that Liu Jing's biggest enemy was Cao Cao, not Sun Quan. No matter how he avoided, he had to face this day. After a moment of silence, Jia Xu asked slowly: "The governor of the state came to me, but for the matter of Prime Minister Cao's envoy."

Liu Jing didn't speak first, just waiting for Jia Xu to mention this matter first, so that he was mentally prepared. Liu Jing nodded, "What does the military advisor think that Cao Cao sent an envoy mean?"

Jia Xu also considered this issue. He pondered for a moment: "The last time he came was Cao Zhi alone. Obviously, the result of his mission made Prime Minister Cao very dissatisfied, so Chen Qun came again this time, which shows Prime Minister Cao's attention. If I was not wrong, the purpose should be the same as last time, to dissuade the Northern Expedition of the State Mu, or delay the Northern Expedition of the State Mu, to win him time and prepare for war."

Liu Jing nodded, "The military advisor is right, I feel this way, so how should we deal with it?"

Jia Xu laughed, "We don't have to refuse at once, just talk slowly. Of course, the combat preparations will continue as planned, and the time of the Northern Expedition remains unchanged. The only thing we need to do is to try not to turn against the court and strive for the greatest benefit."

“Good said”

Liu Jing praised: "The last sentence is what I want to hear the most. Can you work hard on the military advisor? Let's have a good talk with Chen Qun for me and see what Cao Cao is willing to give me."

Jia Xu sighed in his heart, what should come will always come, and he can only face reality. Jia Xu gave a deep tribute, "I am willing to share my worries for the lord."

Jia Xu left, Liu Jing gently fiddled with the pen in his hand, but thought about the recent situation of preparing for war. Muniu had already built 1,66 vehicles, which was increasing at a rate of monthly vehicles. Then by next year, it should be able to reach 1,000 vehicles. This is the most basic requirement for carrying out the Northern Expedition.

The second is the allocation of grain. Wudu County has 200,000 shi of grain and 100,000 dan of forage. The grain must be increased to 400,000 dan before the month, and the forage must be increased to 100,000 dan. This winter is the best time to transport.

At this time, a personal soldier reported at the door: "Qi Bizhou Governor, the wife just sent someone to deliver a letter, saying that there is something important in the mansion, so please Bizhou Governor try to go back as much as possible."

"Mrs. Is there anything wrong?"

"I didn't say anything, just let the governor return home as soon as possible."

Liu Jing looked at the sky. It was already dusk. It was indeed time for him to go back, so he stood up and ordered: "Prepare the carriage and go home."
Chapter completed!