RPAGF Chapter 68 Next Step Strategy
Chapter 68 Next Step Strategy
"Outrageous!" Yuan Shao slammed his hand on the table.
"Tian Feng has repeatedly insulted me; he is utterly despicable. Throw him in jail immediately!"
"Lock him up for a month first, let him think it over carefully about how he should face me in the future!"
Angry!
He is angry!
It's good that he's angry; it would be best if that old guy never got out of jail again.
That will save us a lot of trouble in the future, and we can focus on dealing with those disobedient guys.
"My lord, please calm your anger. I know what to do!"
"Come back..."
He had only taken two steps outside when he heard Yuan Shao's voice again.
"Does my lord have any further instructions?" Guo Tu quickly stepped forward, his face full of respect.
"You must personally handle the issue of the refugees; do not give them a chance to back out!"
"It would be best... to send over as much as possible. If this problem is solved, I will reward you handsomely!" Yuan Shao rubbed his fingers together and said, word by word.
The problem of migrants has always been a major headache for him.
These people are numerous, and their gathering together always poses a threat.
It's crucial that it's not very useful and only leads to a massive waste of food.
It's harmful in every way and offers no benefit whatsoever!
Now that someone is taking the initiative to solve the problem, he is naturally happy to see it!
"Understood..." Guo Tu smiled.
He had already made up his mind about this matter.
This is a perfect opportunity to clear out several territories he has his eye on and be the first to claim them for himself.
It can solve the problem and bring huge benefits, it's a dream job!
To demonstrate Yuan Shao's stance, Guo Tu even dispatched troops to escort the large influx of refugees heading to Qingzhou.
They even went so far as to provide some food, so that at least they had something to eat and could barely walk.
Besides.
There were even people specifically tasked with brainwashing them, constantly telling the refugees that they would have food to eat once they arrived in Qingzhou.
Li Zhao was incredibly wise and treated ordinary people very well.
Even Li Zhao hadn't expected this move; someone was actually boosting his reputation for free.
Guo Tu, of course, had no such good intentions. In his mind, this was a brilliant way to shift the blame.
So many refugees had long harbored countless grievances in their hearts.
They were already on the verge of collapse after being kicked out, but now they have been given a glimmer of hope.
And they kept raising this hope, and after arriving in Qingzhou, if Li Zhao was reluctant to part with it, or if he didn't do it well enough...
The anger of everyone will be ignited instantly, and it will have nothing to do with Yuan Shao.
Get it in one fell swoop!
As large numbers of refugees were systematically introduced into Qingzhou.
Cao Cao also received the same intelligence, and he quickly summoned his advisors to discuss countermeasures.
The main hall of the Sikong Mansion was silent, and everyone's face was grim.
Li Zhao's methods were completely incomprehensible to them based on their normal understanding.
This person actually volunteered to help solve the problem of displaced people.
Doesn't he know how dangerous this is?
Putting aside the enormous cost of perseverance, a slight mishandling could trigger a turmoil!
"Li Zhao voluntarily submitted a memorial stating that he was unwilling to accept the position of Grand Minister of Agriculture and instead gave it to Yuan Shao."
"To show his sincerity, he offered to solve the problem of displaced people, even saying that no matter how many people went to Qingzhou, he would be in charge!"
"I'm willing to take full responsibility for any mishandling of this!"
Cao Cao's voice was calm, revealing neither joy nor anger, "Speak, everyone..."
The lobby remained quiet, and even these usually brilliant people were momentarily at a loss for how to react.
nowadays.
The problem seems to have returned to their hands!
With so many refugees, should we give them to them or not?
If they were all sent to Qingzhou, wouldn't it be possible that they would fall right into Li Zhao's trap?
If I refuse... then how can I give a proper explanation?
There is another serious problem here: if we refuse, we must take action and make sure they are settled.
Otherwise, if public resentment boils over, it will also be a huge problem.
In a sense, Li Zhao deliberately detonated this time bomb.
"My lord, I am..." Just then, a middle-aged scholar dressed in blue cloth robes stepped forward.
Seeing that he was about to speak again, Cao Cao waved his hand, "Wenhe, no rush!"
"Let's hear what they have to say first!"
Jia Xu's lips twitched involuntarily. "My lord, if we had a way, we wouldn't have waited until now."
"I have a plan that might resolve our current predicament!"
Swish!
All eyes instantly turned to him.
"Go ahead and say it..." Cao Cao's eyes flashed.
"Since this Li Zhao wants to take the initiative to solve the problem of displaced people, then let's hand the people over to him."
"What if these people arrive in Qingzhou and are not taken good care of, catch a cold, or encounter problems on the way?!"
"Shouldn't he bear the responsibility for this crime?"
At this point, he nodded as if suddenly realizing something, "Oh, right..."
"He seems to have said that he would take responsibility for any problems that arise."
"The most troublesome part has been solved, which will break his design!"
"Whatever this person's plans, they're gone, and the trouble isn't in our hands anymore. Why not?"
Cao Cao: "..."
Everyone: "..."
As expected of Jia Xu, his suggestions are always so unconventional.
The only pity is...
It seems that a large number of people who receive his advice don't fare too well.
"That's not appropriate..." Xun Yu also stepped forward, shaking his head cautiously.
"This is far too risky. There are many people and eyes on us along the way. If any word gets out, it will be a devastating blow to us."
"When the time comes and there's a deluge of discussion, how will my lord handle it, and how will he face His Majesty and the court officials?"
"Absolutely not!"
Cheng Yu suddenly stepped forward and stopped beside Jia Xu. "If it's done well enough, it might really work!"
soon.
The strategists present were divided into two factions, but most of them stood by Xun Yu's side.
After all, Jia Xu's suggestion was a bit too ruthless!
It is truly inhumane to target those refugees.
Cao Cao remained silent for a long time before finally shaking his head, saying, "This is truly inappropriate..."
"Then give him half, and we'll take care of the rest!"
"Furthermore, let's take this opportunity to thoroughly humiliate that old codger Yuan Shao!"
He ultimately did not take the risk, but instead chose to send a portion of the refugees out.
This would both alleviate his own troubles and provide an opportunity to criticize Yuan Shao.
that's it.
Large numbers of refugees were sent to Qingzhou from all directions using various methods.
In less than a month, the population of Qingzhou skyrocketed by an alarming number!
The area outside the city was teeming with people, and a steady stream of people was being brought in every day…
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