kingnovel Chapter 650: 3 Generals Recognize Their Master
Chapter 650: 3 Generals Recognize Their Master
Since entering Liaodong, Zhao Yun, Zhang Liao and Taishi Ci have passed through Tuhe, Bintu and arrived at Xiangping. They have seen the complete farmland irrigation facilities, the tall water wheels and the uniquely shaped curved plows, the people with hope on their faces, the spirited local garrison troops and the prosperity of every city.
Before arriving in Liaodong, the three had never imagined that this legendary bitter and cold place would be so peaceful.
But when they saw that the prefect was as young as they were, the three of them were even more surprised.
Before meeting Lu Cheng, the three had many guesses about Lu Cheng: kind, wise, and heroic. It seemed that any of the beautiful words would not be an exaggeration to describe him.
When they met Lu Cheng, they felt that all their fantasies seemed to have become reality.
As far as they knew, Lu Cheng had only been in Liaodong for less than two years, but he had already made the entire Liaodong so stable and peaceful. He could only be described as a genius.
"Governor, there is something I don't understand. I heard that Liaodong is a bitter and cold place, and the people live in hardship and have no food to eat. Why is it that after only two years here, the situation is like this?"
Lu Cheng smiled slightly: "In fact, what the people want has always been very simple, nothing more than food, clothing, housing and transportation. Since I arrived in Liaodong, I have reclaimed wasteland, developed water conservancy, emphasized agriculture and commerce, and reduced taxes. The land can produce more food, and the people have surplus food in their hands, so they are naturally not worried.
Moreover, many people could not survive because some local big families annexed the land and bullied the people, leaving the people with no land to farm and they could only become their tenants or even slaves.
As long as the people can survive and live well, they will naturally support every policy of mine, and I can take more measures to benefit the people. At the same time, when the people have surplus food and property at home, they will want to protect their families and maintain their current good life.
In this way, the Liaodong army and people will be united and will be successful in everything they do. "
"The governor was able to say that the people are the foundation of everything, which shows his benevolence. I admire you!"
Zhang Liao also spoke up: "Liao was born in Yanmen Mayi, living in the border area, where the Hu people from outside the Great Wall often come to plunder and suffer from war. Ten years ago, the soldiers and civilians of Yanmen County once joined forces with the Xiongnu to counterattack Tanshihuai, but were defeated and suffered heavy casualties.
Liao Zhi made up his mind when he was young that he would follow the example of Guanjun Hou and go north to the grassland to drive out the Hu people, so that the Hu people would not dare to go south to herd horses. Hearing that the general was so powerful in Liaodong that Wuhuan and Fuyu did not dare to invade, Liao was eager to do so.
Now I see that the Liaodong army is united and well-organized, and will surely be able to march far beyond the Great Wall and drive out the Hu people. Liao is willing to be a small soldier in the army, just to fulfill his young ambitions! "
As he spoke, Zhang Liao took a step forward and bowed to the ground: "Zhang Liao greets the lord!"
Lu Cheng laughed out loud, and hurried forward to help Zhang Liao up: "Wenyuan, please get up quickly. With Wenyuan's help, I will go north one day to drive out the Hu people and bring peace to the people on the border!"
Zhao Yun saw Zhang Liao had already prostrated himself, and hurriedly followed him: "The world is about to be in chaos, and the people are in danger. If the governor can implement benevolent policies and care for the people, I am willing to obey your orders! Zhao Yun greets my lord!"
Taishi Ci also bowed down: "Taishi Ci, I also pay my respects to the lord!"
"Good, good, good! I have three brave generals. They are like fish in water and tigers with wings. How wonderful! How wonderful! Zilong, Ziyi, Wenyuan, please stand up quickly!"
Based on what the three had seen and heard along the way in Liaodong, and their conversation with Lu Cheng, the three naturally chose to recognize their master.
After confirming the relationship between the monarch and his subjects, Lu Cheng helped the three of them up and spoke again: "Zilong, Ziyi, Wenyuan, the three of you have just arrived in Liaodong and are not familiar with the military situation. You have not made any achievements. If I entrust you with important tasks, I am afraid that the soldiers will find it difficult to respect you. If you are willing, you can first participate in daily training in the Xiangping camp. After the training is over, I will appoint you separately. What do you think?"
Zhao Yun clasped his fists and bowed: "My lord, we are new here and have not achieved anything yet. We should start from the ranks! I am willing to be a horse archer in the army!"
Taishi Ci also clasped his fists and bowed: "A real man should establish himself in the world and gain fame on horseback. I am also willing to be a bowman!"
Zhang Liao refused to be outdone: "I think I am no worse than you two brothers, so I should start from a small soldier."
Lu Cheng nodded: "Okay, the military training lasts for three months. Within one period, if you can lead a garrison, you will be the garrison commander. If you can lead a group of soldiers, you will be a military officer. If you can lead a group of soldiers, you can be a captain. Here, everything depends on your ability."
In the Han Dynasty military system, a garrison consisted of 200 men. A troop consisted of 500 to 500 men. Lu Cheng's troops were fully staffed with men per troop.
The organization above the qu is into bu. A bu can have two to five qu, which can be left qu, right qu, left and right, front and back qu, and so on.
The central army of the Han Dynasty was divided into the Northern Army and the Southern Army. The Southern Army included the Weiwei and Zhonglie, who were generally responsible for guarding the palace, also known as the guards. The Northern Army was the central elite, such as the new army organized by Cao Cao, Yuan Shao and others, and the Eight Lieutenants of Xiyuan, which belonged to the Northern Army.
The setup of local troops is slightly different from that of the central army. In a county, the person in charge of military affairs is usually the county lieutenant, while in a prefecture, there are chief historians, commanders, etc.
In some counties located on the border, 1 to 4 duweis would be set up according to the needs of the defense area. Smaller counties might have only one duwei, while larger counties might have four duweis in the east, west, south and north.
Some important passes will also be guarded by relevant commanders.
If one could become a captain, it meant that he could lead an army on his own, or garrison in one place, or fight in various places.
Upon hearing this, Zhao Yun and the other two looked at each other and saw the meaning of competition in each other's eyes.
The three of them arrived in Liaodong together. Except for Zhao Yun, who was still a commoner, Zhang Liao and Taishi Ci both worked as clerks in the county.
After arriving in Liaodong, everything started from scratch. Naturally, the three of them couldn't help but want to compete with each other.
Lu Cheng naturally acquiesced to this, as healthy competition can promote mutual progress. The three of them are all talented generals, and I believe they will soon be able to stand out in the army.
Lu Cheng now has 4 counties and 41 districts under his command, with a population of 70, and both civil and military talents are relatively scarce.
As long as Zhao Yun and the other two can familiarize themselves with the situation in Liaodong as soon as possible, Lu Cheng will directly appoint and promote them, allowing them to grow quickly and preferably allow them to take charge of a region.
After arranging everything, Zhao Yun suddenly found Lu Cheng and said, "My lord, Yun has a fellow countryman named Xiahou Lan. He is knowledgeable about the law and can be a military officer. If my lord needs him, I can send a letter and ask someone to deliver it to him and ask him to come to Liaodong."