The Strongest Lu Bu: Sweeping the World

Life on the prairie is indeed a little harder than life in the mainland of the Han Dynasty, but there are also many nobles on the prairie. These nobles still yearn for the Han people's way of life, and the fairy jade itself is Good things, it is reasonable to be popular.

However, selling things on the grassland obviously requires a certain relationship.

As more merchants purchased fairy jade from Xuzhou, there were many merchants who went to the grassland, and these merchants were often supported by big families, and even had a certain relationship with the tribes on the grassland.

In this way, it will be more difficult for Zhang Shiping to do business on the grassland.

At this time, Zhang Shiping also realized how much convenience it would be if he had a supportive person behind him. Over the years, he and Su Shuang have gone through many hardships in frontier fortresses to achieve what they are today.

If he took refuge with one of the princes, Zhang Shiping believed that he would definitely get a certain amount of attention by virtue of his horse trading methods, but this kind of attention was more because of the princes' yearning for war horses.

From Lu Bu, Zhang Shiping felt differently. Lu Bu attached great importance to merchants, and he could better see this aspect just from the number of Xuzhou merchants.

The princes pay more attention to merchants, which is a better thing for merchants, let alone such powerful princes as Lu Bu.

"Marquis Wen attaches so much importance to it, how could the grassroots have any reason to refuse it." Zhang Shiping saluted solemnly: "In the future, if Marquis Wen has an order, the grassroots will never refuse."

It is of great significance for the merchant to be so recruited by the princes.

Lu Bu's solicitation shows that Lu Bu will care more about him in the future, not that he will be discarded after he is used up.

"In the future, the price of war horses will still be the same as in the past, but the more horses there are, the better. Some relatively inferior war horses are irrelevant." Lu Bu said: "This Marquis does not need these relatively inferior war horses. War horses don’t mean other princes don’t need them.”

"Wen Hou is wise, the grass people admire." Zhang Shiping cupped his hands.

"After taking refuge in this Marquis, your benefits will naturally be indispensable. From now on, you and Su Shuang will be members of the Xuzhou Chamber of Commerce. If you have made greater contributions to Xuzhou, you will be rewarded with official positions." Lu Bu said.

"Can Marquis Wen take this seriously?" Zhang Shiping asked in disbelief.

It's not that Zhang Shiping doesn't trust Lu Bu, but that businessmen get official positions, which is really beyond imagination. The status of businessmen in this era is very low, which makes them feel inferior when they walk among the crowd. It's completely different after having an official position.

"When did this lord ever deceive you?" Lu Bu said, "What other lords dare not do does not mean that it cannot be done under this lord's rule. It is only natural to pay corresponding attention and receive rewards.”

"Thank you, Marquis Wen." Zhang Shiping said.

"In the future, you need to worry about war horses. It is said that people on the grassland like to drink alcohol. When you do business in the future, you can bring a fairy to drink, so that people on the grassland can also experience the wine of a big man." Lu Bu said.

"Here." Zhang Shiping said in surprise.

Coming to see Lu Bu was not only for the matter of the war horse, but also had a lot to do with the appearance of the Immortal Drunk. The rumors of the Immortal Drunk in Xuzhou were raging. Zhang Shiping was full of praise after tasting the Immortal Drunk, and he realized it immediately. There is a business opportunity in this matter.

People in the prairie love to drink alcohol, Zhang Shiping knows this, if let them taste the drunkenness of the gods, they will be hard to give up in the future.

Immortal drunkenness worth tens of thousands of dollars is nothing to the nobles on the grassland. Besides, their tribe is so big that they only need some cattle, sheep and horses to satisfy them.

The nobles on the prairie also know how to enjoy themselves.

"You travel to and from the frontier all the year round, and you must pay attention to the situation on the grassland. Especially in the process of doing business, you must pay attention to your own safety. The source of the horses for the cavalry under Benhou's command is entrusted to you. " Lu Bu laughed.

Zhang Shiping said yes politely, but his heart felt warm. From Lu Bu's words, he could feel Lu Bu's concern.

Perhaps these words are just Lu Bu's casual remarks, but it is different when it comes to Zhang Shiping.

High princes can pay more attention to businessmen like him, which shows that such a monarch is worth following.

Chapter 497 Appoint Zhang Shiping

Zhang Shiping and Su Shuang had helped Liu Bei in the past, and Zhang Shiping had heard of the matter between Liu Bei and Lu Bu, but Lu Bu did not affect the cooperation between the two parties because of this matter.

Zhang Shiping can even imagine how much convenience he will have in the process of doing business in the future with Lu Bu as his support.

Money is nothing more than a number to Zhang Shiping at this time, but what Zhang Shiping wants to get is recognition, that kind of sincere recognition, and Zhang Shiping feels this from Lu Bu.

"There are many cavalrymen under Benhou's command, and the demand for war horses is relatively large. You have rich experience in selecting war horses. From now on, you will serve as the commander of horses under Benhou's command, and you will be responsible for selecting war horses and selling horses. The matter of war horses can be gradually handed over to someone you trust," Lu Bu said.

From the quality of the war horses sent by Zhang Shiping, it can be seen that Zhang Shiping has unique experience in selecting war horses.

"Thank you, Marquis Wen." Zhang Shiping saluted solemnly.

Colonel Xiangma did not exist in the Han army, and was founded by Lu Bu, but Zhang Shiping was very excited by the significance of such an official position, and he will become a captain in the Han army in the future.

Happiness came so suddenly that Zhang Shiping felt dizzy.

However, Zhang Shiping also experienced many storms, although he was excited, he still remained calm.

Lu Budao: "Lieutenant Xiangma's responsibilities are rather important. You must be careful. I don't want the cavalry's combat effectiveness to be affected by problems with the horses when the cavalry roams the battlefield in the future."

"Humble job understands." Zhang Shiping entered the role relatively quickly.

Zhang Shiping, who often went to and from the frontier, still had a certain understanding of the system in the Han army. The school lieutenant was considered a not low official position in the Han army.

Zhang Shiping did not expect that one day, he would become a general in the Han army, and all of this was brought about by Lu Bu.

It is impossible to say that there is no more gratitude to Lu Bu.

After taking refuge in Lu Bu, there must be a big difference from the previous cooperative relationship. Zhang Shiping will be more cautious in doing things in the future.

Although selling horses can gain a lot of benefits, such things will get boring after a long time. Besides, he and Su Shuang have sold horses and horses for many years, and they have already gained a lot of benefits.

The accumulated money is enough for use, and they will pursue more things.

"Marquis Wen, my humble friend Su Shuang is also very good at choosing horses," Zhang Shiping said.

Lv Bu nodded slightly. He was quite appreciative of Zhang Shiping's actions. He could not forget his friend after getting an official position. "After you have settled the matter of selling war horses, let Su Shuang be your deputy."

"Thank you, Marquis Wen." Zhang Shiping saluted.

"Everything of you needs to be exchanged through your own efforts. This Marquis has always paid attention to rewards and punishments. If you have credit, you will be rewarded accordingly. If you are not talented enough, you will be replaced by others. You will also need to work harder in the future. Yes." Lu Bu said.

Leaving the state pastoral mansion, Zhang Shiping was still in a state of excitement, so he became a lieutenant in the army. It is unbelievable to say, but such a thing has been realized in Lu Bu, perhaps after the existence of Lu Bu, The treatment of businessmen can be greatly improved.

Lu Bu also thought about appointing Zhang Shiping as the school lieutenant in the army. After letting the businessmen see some hope, they will have more trust in Xuzhou. Besides, Zhang Shiping himself is a talented person who is good at choosing war horses. Talent, Lu Bu is still in demand.

When the cavalry charged the battlefield, the horses played a very important role. If one did not pay enough attention to the selection of the horses, it would have a great impact on the formation of the cavalry's combat effectiveness.

Xuzhou's cavalry roamed the battlefield and enjoyed a high reputation among the princes. This was earned after victories in wars. How much effort the soldiers in the army have put in for this.

And the improvement of the horses of the Xuzhou cavalry is not comparable to that of other princes at present. The equipment of the horses is far superior to other princes in Lu Bu's opinion.

The horses are equipped with stirrups, which can better help the cavalry to be more flexible on the horseback, and the horseshoes can better protect the horses, ensuring that the horses will not be worn out due to too much damage to the horseshoes after a long-distance raid.

The consumption of cavalry is not comparable to that of infantry.

The cavalry of the Xiaoqi Battalion has a certain status in the army, but all the soldiers under Lu Bu's command take it as an honor to enter the Xiaoqi Battalion.

Relatively speaking, the treatment of cavalry is not comparable to that of ordinary infantry.

The army itself is a place where only the strong can stay. After having a stronger combat power, you can enjoy more power. This is also recognized by the generals in the army. If so, how can we better stimulate the lieutenant soldiers to better participate in the war.

Such differential treatment between lieutenant officers and soldiers is necessary in many cases.

Commanding the army, Lu Bu has rich experience, and the same is true for the training of soldiers. In order to keep the soldiers strong in combat, Lu Bu has also put in a lot of effort. From the current changes in the Xuzhou army, it can actually be See more improvements.

In Lu Bu's view, as long as the lieutenant soldiers can better kill the enemy on the battlefield, no matter how much effort is made for the lieutenant soldiers, it is worthwhile.

It is a relatively dangerous thing for soldiers to fight on the battlefield. While they are taking risks, they should enjoy some treatment.

The current treatment of lieutenant officers and soldiers does not meet Lu Bu's standards, and such changes do not happen overnight, they need to be done step by step. After rashly making greater changes in the military system, it may not be a big deal for lieutenant soldiers Good thing.

Even so, the general treatment that the soldiers of the Xuzhou Army can enjoy is not comparable to that of the soldiers of the princes. This situation will make the soldiers of the Xuzhou Army burst into stronger combat effectiveness when fighting against the enemy.

Appoint talented people so that talented people can get more attention. There must be many talents like Su Shuang and Zhang Shiping. The key is to see how the monarch uses them.

In history, Su Shuang and Zhang Shiping may have only left simple words, but after they came under Lu Bu's command, they were able to display their abilities and through their own efforts to reach a higher position, which is also of great importance to them. Great help.

Chapter 498 Shock

The status of merchants is low, and when they come to Lu Bu, there will be different changes. What Lu Bu needs is to let more merchants realize that they can also gain glory through his efforts.

Merchants have their own unique features, which can be well seen from the changes in Xuzhou after Lu Bu paid more attention to merchants.

Even though other princes paid a certain amount of attention to merchants, did they dare to compare with Lu Bu and directly let merchants become generals in the army, or even officials.

The feudal lords have the power to appoint and dismiss the officials under their rule. This is already a default among the vassals. After appointing and dismissing officials, they just report the situation to the imperial court. As for the imperial court's attitude on this matter , the princes don't need to care more, because the current imperial court's control over the princes is relatively loose.

The princes have requests, and the imperial court will agree, which is also the value of the imperial court.

When the power of the princes is too strong, it will have a great impact on the future development of the Han Dynasty. The benefits brought by power are huge. It will make the princes forget their original purpose and weaken the authority of the Han Dynasty. to the minimum.

Even in order to protect the rights and interests in their hands, they will resist the court, and the fight between them is actually a good illustration.

In order to improve their own strength, they attack each other and use this method to improve their own strength. When the Han Dynasty is at its peak, do the officials in the states and counties have such guts?

The appearance of Immortal Drunk made Xuzhou lively again.

Merchants are running around for profit, and when they see a profit, they will come one after another. Xuzhou has provided great help for the businessman to obtain benefits before.

This makes many businessmen have a good impression of Xuzhou. Besides, Xuzhou's system is relatively strict in general. When doing business in Xuzhou, there is no need to worry more about forced buying and selling.

The businessman understood that all this was brought about by Lu Bu.

From this aspect alone, Lu Bu's prestige among merchants has been further improved.

After news of the horse dealer Zhang Shiping getting an official position spread among the businessmen, it aroused the shock of the businessmen.

Scholars, farmers, businessmen, and merchants directly became generals in the army, that is, they became members of the ranks of scholars. This shows that under Lu Bu's rule, merchants can also have the possibility of becoming officials.

The yearning of businessmen for official positions is beyond the imagination of aristocratic families.

Lu Bu's appointment of Zhang Shiping as a lieutenant colonel also caused quite a stir in Xuzhou's official circles. Lu Bu did not disclose this matter before.

Although Lu Bu appointed generals in the army, it is unimaginable for a businessman to become a general. Normally, civil servants in Xuzhou do not have more opportunities to intervene in military affairs, but such matters are often theirs. unacceptable.

However, Lu Bu was relatively strong in this matter. Even if the aristocratic family has great influence, so what? Where is the dignity of the monarch.

And this incident also made Lu Bu understand how strong the aristocratic family's resistance is. When some things don't satisfy them, they will show their sharp fangs to the monarch.

The reason why the aristocratic family did this was not to protect their own interests.

In fact, Lv Bu has absolute power in the appointment of generals in the army. The current loyalty of the Xuzhou army to Lv Bu cannot be controlled by aristocratic families. things.

From the appointment of generals in the army, it can be seen that Lu Bu is obviously not so at ease with Xuzhou's family. When more military power is in the hands of Lu Bu's confidantes, Lu Bu's control over Xuzhou will be stricter. How much possibility is there to shake Lu Bu's position in the army through hard work.

The reason why Lu Bu was able to rise rapidly in the era of many princes was more due to his own force. With powerful martial arts, Lu Bu's prestige among the soldiers in the army was beyond the imagination of ordinary people.

When Lu Bu gave an order, the soldiers in the army would act according to the order. Once such a monarch was angered, they were quite clear about what it meant to each family.

If Zhang Shiping had been in the army before, it would be no problem to be appointed as a school lieutenant, but Zhang Shiping was just a horse dealer before, even if he had a certain amount of financial resources, compared with the big family, he was far behind, not only in terms of financial resources, but also The same is true in the background.

What cannot be ignored is the financial resources controlled by the aristocratic family. The talents in their family are all over the counties and counties, providing more support for the development of the family.

In this matter, Lu Bu's decision finally took effect.

Zhang Shiping was appointed captain because of Zhang Shiping's ability. If he can't even take this idea, can he still be called Wen Hou Lu Bu?

Outside the Hulao Pass in the past, Lu Bu's demeanor against the Kwantung Allied Forces was deeply rooted in the hearts of the people.

Now that Lu Bu has become the Xuzhou Mu of the Han Dynasty, the ability displayed in Xuzhou Mu's position is also shocking.

Some people can even imagine that when Lu Bu gradually controls the city under his rule, he will suddenly become the biggest prince of the Han Dynasty.

It is impossible for other princes not to be jealous when a military general reaches such a position.

Yuan Shu and Yuan Shao, who came from a great family, have made achievements, and that is what they should do, because they themselves have a strong family background as support, but Lu Bu was a general before.

If it weren't for the high-strength martial arts, it would be the most surprising thing to be able to get to where it is today.

Lu Bu's success has inspired many generals. From Lu Bu's success, they can see that generals can also become a member of the princes through their own efforts. , Even if there are difficulties, they can be overcome.

Even if Lu Bu's reputation is not good, it can't affect his prestige among military generals. Such prestige is beyond the reach of ordinary generals.

In fact, when mentioning Lv Bu, people imagined more about Lv Bu's powerful martial arts, he was invincible on the battlefield, and the enemy army failed wherever he went.

This kind of generals, becoming one of the princes, and having such strong strength, from a long-term point of view, it is actually disadvantageous for other princes.

Chapter 499 Full of praise

However, the current princes are temporarily in a state of recuperation after the war, and even had to send envoys to curry favor with Lu Bu.

The expansion of the Chamber of Commerce has also attracted the attention of many merchants. If they can enter the Xuzhou Chamber of Commerce, it will have many benefits for the merchants.