Chapter 277 Marquis of Hanzhong

Outside Xiangyang City, Liu Qi stood next to the horse, and in front of Liu Qi was Zhang Song, the messenger of Yizhou, who came to attend Liu Qi's wedding last time.

From Liu Qi's wedding to the turmoil in Jingzhou, Zhang Song stayed in Jingzhou for nearly two months. He knew very well about the turmoil in Jingzhou and knew Liu Qi's means and process of dealing with the whole turmoil. Zhang Song was surprised by Liu Qi's means, but also surprised by the ability of Liu Qi's people.

Not to mention Xu Shu, who is far away in Jizhou, let's talk about Pang Tong, Zhuge Liang and others, who make Zhang Song feel how horrible Liu Qi's forces are. Although they are just two cloth-clothed scholars, these two people all have tens of millions of soldiers hidden in their chests, with superior intelligence and wit.

He once tried to put himself above the position of these two people, but every time he faced a grim situation, it was not as perfect as Pang Tong and Zhuge Liang. Even if he could calm down the civil strife in Jingzhou, it would make Jingzhou suffer heavy losses.

Wu Lan, who came to Jingzhou this time, Zhang Song had already asked him to return to Yizhou first, but he stayed in Xiangyang City all day to pay attention to the situation in Jingzhou.

"Thank you very much for sending me off. Thank you very much. These two months have opened my eyes." Zhang Song said with admiration on his face. There was no pretentiousness on Zhang Song's face. This time, it was indeed a heartfelt admiration.

"I thought that my husband could stay in Jingzhou for a while, but I didn't expect Zhang Song to leave now." Looking at Zhang Song in front of him, Liu Qi sighed in his heart. For Zhang Song, at first it was more about the Yizhou map in Zhang Song's mind, but after getting along with him, he found that Zhang Song's talent was also extraordinary.

"Ha ha, I stayed in Jingzhou for two months this time. After going back, I have to explain to Lord Zhou Mu that now that the civil strife in Jingzhou has subsided, there is no reason to stay in Jingzhou. In the future, if there is anything wrong with the eldest son, he only needs to send someone to send a letter, and he will certainly not refuse as much as he can. Although Zhang Song felt that the day of the rise of Jingzhou was just around the corner, Zhang Song still did not decide to really turn to Liu Qi.

Zhang Song came here this time just to observe. After going back, he also wanted to discuss with his good friend Fa Zheng and Meng Da before making a decision.

"Since my husband said so, I will no longer refuse, and I will trouble you in the future." Liu Qi arched his hand.

"Ha ha, I know that the eldest son cherishes the world. There is a big prince in Jingzhou who can complete the rectification in a few days. At that time, if the eldest son wants to expand his power, he still needs a good excuse." Zhang Song looked at Liu Qi and smiled. Although he had not decided to vote for Liu Qi, Liu Qi was indeed Zhang Song's choice.

"Please give me some advice." Hearing that Zhang Song had a way, Liu Qi asked in a hurry with joy on his face.

"Ha ha, the eldest son pacified Jingzhou this time, defeated Jiangdong and invaded, shocking the world, but the eldest son has no title now. I think Liu Jingzhou has probably decided to give up the official position of Jingzhou Pastoral to the eldest son. Why not take this opportunity to ask the emperor for a title by the way?" Liu Qi can mobilize the Flying Dragon Army and the Flying Tiger Army at the same time. Without Liu Biao's instructions, it is obviously impossible.

"I don't know what kind of title I want from the emperor this time?" Liu Qi's heart moved and asked. The famous teacher is more convincing and more able to boost morale.

"Since the eldest son's next target is Hanzhong, why not ask the emperor for a title of Marquis of Hanzhong? You should know that Cao Cao is busy dealing with Yuan Shao at this time. He can't wait for the eldest son to fight with Hanzhong at this time. Zhang Song said with a smile at the corners of his mouth.

"Prince of Hanzhong?" Liu Qi looked at Zhang Song in surprise. The previous strategy of taking Hanzhong first and then Yizhou was what Zhang Song helped him think of. Now if he can have the title of Marquis of Hanzhong above his head, then sending troops to Hanzhong will not only become famous, but also be righteous and upright.

The mastermind behind the turmoil in Jingzhou is Cao Cao. Liu Qi is very clear about this point. At this time, it is obvious that Jingzhou has a great threat to him in Cao Cao's eyes. Isn't it a defense against Jingzhou that Cao sent two generals to guard Fancheng and Shangyong?

Now Yuan Shao and Cao Cao are about to go to war. If Liu Qi decides to make trouble behind Cao Cao at this time, Cao Cao's rear is likely to be unstable. Instead of letting Jingzhou threaten Cao Cao, it is better to let Jingzhou fight with Hanzhong to divert Jingzhou's attention. Cao Cao would not have thought of this.

"Yes, it is the Marquis of Hanzhong. With the prestige of the eldest son in Jingzhou and the world, he is qualified for this title, and the strength of the Liu family is the result that the emperor wants." Zhang Song smiled and said.

Zhang Lu, the governor of Hanzhong, has always been regarded as a rebellion. Liu Qi, the Marquis of Hanzhong, can take the opportunity to fight against Hanzhong.

"Thank you, Mr., Mr. Jingzhou not only offers suggestions for expansion, but also makes Jingzhou famous this time. He really can't repay Jingzhou's great kindness." Liu Qi bowed to Zhang Song.

Without Zhang Song's proposal, he would probably be the best choice to attack Yizhou, but he would inevitably follow the old path of Shu Han in history. Now Liu Qi has many advantages in terms of time and strategy, first attacking Hanzhong and then plotting to capture Yizhou.

It is impossible to distinguish the winner from the collision of Cao Cao's two groups in a few years, but it is also time-consuming and labor-consuming to attack Yizhou. If you can't attack Yizhou in a short time, when Cao Cao reacts and takes Hanzhong first, Liu Qi will not be blocked by Cao Cao in Yizhou, and the possibility of retaking the old road of Shu Han is also extreme. Big.

If you go to Hanzhong first, you can not only put pressure on Cao Cao Cao, so that Cao Cao does not dare to fight with Yuan Shao unscrupulously. At that time, even if Yuan Shao is defeated, it will not be too miserable, but also can contain Cao Cao Cao. At that time, Yizhou can be said to be Liu Qi's back garden, whether or not before Cao Cao Cao and Yuan Shao can distinguish the winner. Take it down, don't worry.

"Haha, take care, big son. I'll say goodbye." Zhang Song looked up and laughed, turned over the horse, and rushed out as soon as he patted the horse.

"Sir, take care, you and I still have a day to see you again." Seeing that Zhang Song was so free and easy, Liu Qi also shouted loudly.

Send Zhang Song away. Although he still didn't get the map of Yizhou, it was worthwhile to get such a plan. After returning to the house, Liu Qi went to see Wan'er first. Under Hua Tuo's instructions, Wan'er has been nourished in the past two days. Every time Wan'er's meal is gradually based on the original basis. Increase nutrition.

I had dinner with Wan'er. When I came out of Wan'er's room, it was getting dark. Liu Qi got up and came to Xin Xianying's courtyard. In order to recuperate in the past two days, Liu Qi has been resting in Wan'er's room, but she was a little ind with Xin Xianying. Thinking of Xin Xianying's understanding, Liu Qi felt a little guilty.

In this era, the concubine was pregnant before his wife, which was originally a controversial matter. Xin Xianying did not cause trouble for him and helped him take care of Wan'er. Although Liu Qi did not ask in the past few days, he also knew the pressure on Xin Xianying's heart.

Waving her hand to stop the two maids who were about to salute. Liu Qi walked into the room. Xin Xianying was eating in the room, but she obviously had no appetite at this time. She looked at the meal on the table in a daze.

"Why don't you eat it?" Seeing that Xin Xianying was like this, Liu Qi frowned and was beside Xin Xianying.

"Ah? Why did your husband come here?

Seeing Liu Qi suddenly appear, Xin Xianying exclaimed and was about to get up, but was pulled by Liu Qi next to him.

"With so many etiquette, are there any outsiders here?" Pulling Xin Xianying, Liu Qi looked at the unmoved food on the table: "Why doesn't Xianying eat it? These meals are cold."

"Come on. Go and heat these meals again. Before Xin Xianying could react, Liu Qi shouted out of the door.

The maid guarding the door hurried in and took down the meal on the table. These two maids are former maids of Xin Xianying. They grew up with Xin Xianying and have a deep relationship with Xin Xianying. These days, when I see Xin Xianying's soul, I am also worried. However, the two women knew about Xin Xianying and didn't know how to persuade her. They could only watch. Now when they saw Liu Qi coming to eat with their wives, the two women were much relieved. No matter how worried they were when they were alone, they would always look in front of Liu Qi. The smile won't make Liu Qi worry.

Not long after, the meal was already hot, and the hot meal was loosened again.

Just now, in Wan'er's courtyard, Liu Qi took care of Wan'er and ate very little. At this time, he saw that the food was full of appetite and devoured it with the company of Xin Xianying. Seeing Liu Qi like this, Xin Xianying smiled and felt a lot in her heart, so she ate it.

After a meal, both of them were full of wine and food. They took Xin Xianying to talk, and the sky was already dark. So he turned his head and told the maid to boil water and prepare to take a bath.

Seeing that Liu Qi was obviously going to rest in the wife's house today, the two maids were even more happy. In the past few days, Liu Qi did not come to Xin Xianying's room. Both women sweated for Xin Xianying, thinking that Liu Qi was really spoiling Mrs. Xingwan and no longer spoiling Xin Xianying as much as before. Now that Liu Qi was resting in his wife's courtyard, all their doubts suddenly disappeared.

Hearing that Liu Qi was going to rest here, Xin Xianying blushed slightly and her heart was also a little moved. She was indeed a little uncomfortable about Mrs. Wan's pregnancy. Although she was not jealous, she was a little envious. And no matter from which way, she must give birth to the eldest son for Liu Qi as soon as possible, otherwise even if Liu Qi doesn't say anything, Liu Biao will not agree.

It's about inheritance and can't be ignored.

This night, one felt guilty and the other greeted each other. The two were extremely happy, and they hugged and slept until very late.