In the spring season, the earth turns green and everything flourishes. There is green everywhere, and occasionally unknown wild flowers are dotted among them, exuding a fresh breath and making people feel refreshed. In such weather, a group of nearly 30,000 people passed by

After more than two months of long journey, we arrived in Guzang in early March.

As usual, Zhang Shi led the civil and military officials to greet him at the city gate. Although he had already received the list of seizures sent by Zhang Lingyun on horseback, when he saw more than 10,000 chariots accompanying the army and nearly 20,000 people following them,

When the people saw countless cattle, horses, alpacas and camels, they couldn't help but be stunned for a while. Even though only half of them belonged to him, he almost licked his beard and laughed wildly on the spot.

He knew that all the assets in front of him were brought to him by Yunfeng. Not only was this man sure to win every battle and attack, he was also able to capture countless pieces in every battle. What was even more valuable was that he could also bring a large number of people to join him.

For Zhang Shi, including the current expedition against Cheshi Qianguo, he has brought 50,000 people to Liangzhou. In this era of scarce human resources, the importance of population is self-evident.

You must know that Liangzhou's 12 counties and 69 counties, by the standards of later generations, cover an area of ​​670,000 square kilometers, but the registered population is only about 700,000, and Wubao is not included in the statistical scope. This is still Yongjia

After the rebellion, a large number of northern scholars fled here. The registered population of Yongjia was about 480,000 before.

Including the garrison, Guzang accounted for 200,000, and the remaining 68 cities averaged less than 10,000, with an area per capita of more than one square kilometer! Many places are simply wilderness and undeveloped.

It can be said that it is a vast land with few people.

Now that 50,000 people have been brought in at once, it is not an exaggeration to say that they are sending carbon in the snow. For Zhang Shi, just to open up wasteland and cultivate the land, the tax paid every year is a huge sum, not to mention a large number of merchants defecting.

, these people are different from empty-handed slaves, but they are all rich owners who have brought all their belongings.

Involuntarily, Zhang Shi looked at Yunfeng with eyes filled with relief, and at the same time he secretly thought to himself: 'It seems it's time to betroth Lingyun to him.'

Other civil and military officials, including representatives of the people, also had various expressions on their faces. This time the team was even more spectacular than the last time they defeated Pu Hong.

"Look, what is that?" Classical scholar Chen Zhen suddenly exclaimed.

Everyone looked over one after another, and immediately their eyes widened! There were actually six big guys with long noses and big ears in the team.

"Tsk tsk, look at that size, I'm afraid even ten cows can't compare to it?"

"This...what exactly is this? How did it look like this?"

"This is a strange beast, but it symbolizes auspiciousness!"

Everyone was talking and pointing.

At this time, Zhang Lingyun, Yunfeng and Li Bai came to Zhang Shi, dismounted and saluted, "I have never seen the envoy before you."

Zhang Shi stroked his beard and said with a smile: "No need to be too polite. The three of you have made our Liangzhou prestige and brought back a large number of materials and people. It is really a great achievement. I will be rewarded heavily." After saying this, he looked at his eyes.

He gave Yunfeng a thoughtful look.

Yunfeng was a little confused by what he saw, but he still thanked them together.

At this time, Chen Zhen pointed to the six-headed big guy and asked Zhang Lingyun: "May I ask General Fenwei, what is this?"

Although Zhang Lingyun had heard Yun Feng explain it, she didn't know much about these big guys, so she looked at Yun Feng and said, "Let General Yun explain it."

Yunfeng nodded, cupped his hands and said: "Your Majesty, gentlemen, this thing is named Xiang. It was obtained from the manor of the king of Cheshiqian Kingdom. It was produced in Yongchang County, Ningzhou and its south. It has a gentle temperament, strong strength, and

It understands human nature, so I would like to offer this gift to the envoy."

"Okay, okay!" Zhang Shi nodded repeatedly and said with a hearty laugh: "It's rare that General Yun is serious, I will accept it."

Standing aside, Zhi Zhong Yinxu cupped his hands and said with a smile: "This is an auspicious beast, and it is destiny for you to get it. Now that the world is in chaos, Jin and Zuo are in decline, Liangzhou has been cut off from Jiangzuo, and we are hanging alone in a corner of the northwest. Today

Heaven has entrusted the hand of General Yun to send you an auspicious omen, which will make you the king. Please obey God's will and succeed to the throne!"

"Huh~?" Zhang Shi was startled. To be honest, he had already wanted to be the king. Now Yin's advance advice is exactly what he wanted. However, the king and di du have always paid attention to the 'three reasons'.

When the king of a new dynasty ascends the throne, he has obviously been looking forward to it for several years or decades before taking the throne, but he cannot show his eagerness. He must pretend to be unwilling and reluctant to express his wish to be king and emperor.

, it is the destiny of destiny, the aspiration of the people, it is for the sake of the overall situation, it is the recommendation of hundreds of officials and the people

The result of the promotion was not out of personal ambition. He had no choice but to reluctantly ascend to the throne. Moreover, it was not enough to give in once and twice, which was not enough to show his humility. He had to give in three times. Finally,

There is really no other choice but to reluctantly conform to the people's wishes and become king or emperor.

"Three pushes and concessions" is a gesture to show that the political power was given by heaven and supported by the people, and it was obtained reasonably and legally. For example, Cao Wei usurped the Han Dynasty and Sima succeeded the Wei Dynasty. They all went through the "three pushes and concessions".

A ceremony that couldn't be more hypocritical.

With Yin Yu taking the lead, other officials, including people's representatives, also tried to persuade him and gave various reasons, as if if Zhang Shi didn't become king, the people of Liangzhou would live in dire straits.

Yunfeng felt extremely regretful. He really wanted to kill these six elephants! Why did he bring the elephants back for nothing? Who would have thought that just a weird shape could be said to be auspicious?

Symbol?

You must know that Zhang Shi is the most disadvantageous to him if he becomes the king. Currently, Zhang Shi is the Mu of Liangzhou and a local official. At most, he is just a warlord. If he replaces him in the future, there will be no etiquette and legal obstacles. But once Zhang Shi becomes the king,

, if Yunfeng wants to occupy it again

According to Liangzhou, the character is different. It is a conspiracy to usurp the throne. If people do not support it, they will lose a lot. He couldn't help but think hard about the countermeasures, but like everyone else, he was also showing off.

A smiling face encouraged Zhang Shi.

Gradually, he discovered a strange phenomenon. There was only one person in the audience who did not persuade Zhang Shi to proceed, and this person was Zhang Lingyun! And he had a hesitant look on his face.

This made him guess the reason, but no matter how hard he thought about it, he couldn't figure it out. Logically speaking, as Zhang Shi's daughter, Zhang Lingyun had no reason to object. It seemed that she could only find an opportunity to attack from the side.

Zhang Lingyun understood.

However, Yunfeng also knew that this persuasion process would take three times, usually lasting several months, so he still had some time to start with Zhang Lingyun.

Zhang Shi was already happy with the officials and people's persuasion, but he could never agree to it for the first time. He immediately raised his hand to the southeast and said sternly: "Hey~! I am a minister of the Jin Dynasty.

, when you are protecting the land and borders for your lord (Sima Rui), how can you assume the throne and become the king on your own? It’s inappropriate, it’s inappropriate, you gentlemen, please don’t mention this matter again, and I hope you don’t trap me in injustice.”

Everyone also knew that trying to persuade Jin Dynasty would not work once, but had to go through three times. They repeatedly praised Zhang Shi's loyalty and benevolence to the Jin Dynasty, and secretly planned the next opportunity to persuade Jin Dynasty, so that Yin could not get ahead of him.
Chapter completed!