My subjects are too rebellious!

"Dian Wei, Dian Wei, although you are strong, you can't eat as much as me, Xu Chu. Look at the table, which dish of meat was not eaten by me first?" Xu Chu pointed at the table full of leftovers in an exaggerated manner and said with a smile.

Dian Wei was not angry when he heard this. Instead, he laughed loudly, grabbed a piece of meat and stuffed it into his mouth, saying incoherently: "Brother Xu, you eat fast, but I eat carefully, savoring every bite. Unlike you, you eat like a hungry wolf."

"Speaking of which, Brother Dian, have you ever thought that those of us fighting on the battlefield can also have such a comfortable time?" Xu Chu put down the wine bowl in his hand, a hint of emotion flashing in his eyes.

Dian Wei also stopped chewing after hearing this. After a moment of silence, he said in a deep voice: "Yes, Brother Xu, but it is these peaceful times that make us cherish the days when we fought side by side even more. Every charge into battle is to protect nights like this and the ones we love."

Xu Chu nodded in agreement and said, "That's right, Brother Dian. Although we are military commanders, we also have tenderness in our hearts. This wine, this meat, and this brotherhood are all the source of our strength to move forward courageously on the battlefield."

The two raised their glasses again, and this time, there was a hint of depth in their eyes.

.........

Outside Beiliang City, in a brightly lit tent, Guo Jia and Xun Yu, two wise counselors, were sitting around an exquisite chessboard, playing with the warm chess pieces in their hands, while on the table were several pots of fine wine, the aroma of wine and pine resin intertwined, adding a bit of elegance to this late-night meeting.

"Lord Xun, your move was clever. It seems peaceful, but it actually hides a sharp edge. You have the style of a Confucian scholar with a legalistic spirit." Guo Jia chuckled, his eyes flashing with appreciation for the chess game, and at the same time he cleverly introduced the topic.

Xun Yu smiled slightly, picked up a chess piece gently, and put it down slowly after a moment of hesitation: "Feng Xiao is too much praise. Confucian scholars are gentle on the outside and strong on the inside, and use reason to convince people. Legalists are both hard and soft, and use rules to restrain people. When we govern the country, we should be inclusive, so that we can achieve unprecedented achievements."

"exactly."

Guo Jia nodded in agreement. He gently shook the wine glass in his hand and said, "Confucianism is a way of governing the world. It educates the people with Confucianism and restrains officials with laws. The two complement each other and are indispensable. What do you think, Lord Xun, should we do in the current situation?"

Xun Yu pondered for a moment, his eyes sweeping across the chessboard, as if looking for the answer in the game: "In the land of Beiliang, the people are fierce and the law is difficult to enforce. However, the general has been benevolent and generous, and has won the hearts of the people. We should take advantage of this opportunity to further strengthen the construction of the legal system, so that the people know the law and abide by it. At the same time, we must also focus on education and improve the moral standards of the people. Only in this way can the Confucianism and the Law take root and bear fruit in Beiliang."

Hearing this, Guo Jia's eyes flashed with admiration: "Xun Gong is right. However, the construction of the legal system is not a one-day job, it needs to be done step by step to be effective, and education needs to be done in a subtle way. We should work together to make a great plan."

After Guo Jia placed a piece, his eyes moved around the chessboard and finally fell on Xun Yu's deep eyes.

He smiled lightly, his words carrying multiple meanings: "Mr. Xun, although you and I are both counselors under the general, we share the same loyalty to His Majesty. The general's great talent and strategy are known to the world, but his benevolence is beyond the reach of ordinary people. During his trip to Beiliang, the general not only pacified the border with military force, but also appeased the people with benevolent policies. Such achievements are truly a blessing to the country."

At this point, Guo Jia paused deliberately, his eyes revealing a bit of earnestness: "Mr. Xun, you have always been known for your integrity, and His Majesty also trusts you. If there is a chance, I hope that Mr. Xun can speak a few good words for the general in front of His Majesty. Although the general has great ambitions, it is ultimately for the people of the world and for the stability of this Dawu country. Do you agree with me, Mr. Xun?"

Xun Yu heard this and thought to himself.

He knew very well that what Guo Jia said was true. He saw and remembered Cao Cao's talents and contributions.

However, he was more aware of his position and responsibilities. As an important minister of His Majesty, he must remain fair and loyal.

"Filial piety is justified."

Xun Yu spoke slowly and calmly, "General, you are both virtuous and talented. I, Xun Yu, have always admired you. If I have the chance, I will tell you the truth in front of Your Majesty. But I also hope that the general can continue to uphold his benevolence and seek the welfare of the people of the world, and live up to the expectations of Your Majesty and the people."

Upon hearing this, Guo Jia nodded secretly in his heart. He knew that Xun Yu's answer was both principled and left room for maneuver.

He believed that with Xun Yu's wisdom, he would be able to win more support and understanding for Cao Cao at the right time.

So he raised his cup and saluted Xun Yu: "Mr. Xun, your insight is profound. I respect you. Come, let us drink this cup together for the peace of the world, for the great Wu state, and for the wise decisions of the general and your majesty!"

Just as Guo Jia and Xun Yu were drinking and laughing together, the curtain of the tent was suddenly lifted by the sound of hurried footsteps, and Cheng Yu walked into the tent with a serious face, breaking the originally harmonious and joyful atmosphere.

"Lord Xun, Fengxiao, something bad has happened!" There was a hint of anxiety in Cheng Yu's voice.

"On the grassland, the Wala tribe seems to be ready to make a move. There are signs that they may be gathering troops. Their intentions are unclear."

Upon hearing this, Guo Jia and Xun Yu's faces turned grim and they quickly put down the wine glasses in their hands. When their eyes met, they already had a tacit understanding.

As a powerful force on the grassland, the movements of the Oirat tribe were directly related to the stability of Northern Liang and the safety of the overall situation.

"General Cheng, please tell me the situation in detail." Xun Yu asked in a deep voice.

Cheng Yu nodded and quickly reported the intelligence he had obtained one by one: "According to our spies, the Oirat tribe has frequently mobilized troops recently and strengthened border patrols and vigilance. At the same time, they have also secretly sent envoys to other tribes, seemingly seeking alliances or support. All signs indicate that the Oirat tribe is likely to rebel."

Upon hearing this, Guo Jia frowned and tapped the table lightly with his fingers, as if thinking of a countermeasure.

After a moment, he slowly said, "I'm afraid that the Wala tribe's move is not only to provoke our army, but also to redefine the sphere of influence on the grassland. If we don't respond, I'm afraid they will get even more aggressive."

Xun Yu also agreed: "Indeed, the Oirat tribe has always been one of the overlords on the grassland. Although they were defeated by General Zhu before, they are ambitious and should not be underestimated. We must take immediate measures to strengthen border defense and be prepared for emergencies."

The three of them then sat around the table and began to discuss countermeasures in detail.