At this time, Xi Zhicai was very excited as he spoke because he had some wine.

At this moment, outside the government office, there was a sound of hurried footsteps, and Xun Yu walked straight in, bowed deeply to Cao Cao, and said, "My lord, have you ever known about Xuzhou?

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Cao Cao pointed to the case and said with a forced smile: "Haha, I just learned about it."

"Fengyi has already ordered someone to inform me about this matter. Unfortunately, the mountains are high and the roads are far away, so the person who sent the letter was delayed. Why, do you think you already know about Fengyi's school?"

Xun Yu's tone was a little angry, "Lord, we must not let Fengyi do whatever he wants in this matter!"

Only when Xi Zhi saw that Xun Yu agreed with him did he feel relieved.

"There are many talented people in Yingchuan and hermits in Jingxiang. Which one of them is not a Confucian scholar?"

"If we implement the policy of running schools with righteousness, wouldn't we compare them with humble people such as doctors, workers, carpenters, farmers, and merchants?"

Hearing this, Cao Cao's face changed slightly, but he remained silent, but he kept thinking in his heart.

At this moment, what Cao Cao was most confused about was why Xi Yu specially sent someone to send this letter to Xuchang.

Based on Cao Cao's understanding of Xi Yu, this person is very cautious in doing things and rarely acts impulsively. Based on previous experience, Cao Cao has to pay attention to this matter.

At this moment, Cao Cao even doubted whether Xi Yu really had the divine book "Complete Book of Heavenly Books" or something like that.

At first, it was a joke to increase his reputation, but now it seems that it is becoming a reality.

What made Cao Cao even more uncomfortable was that before leaving Xuzhou, Xi Yu once told him to hold on tight and not to waste time.

But it has only been a few months, and Xi Yu seems to be a little unsteady...

Cao Cao fell into deep thought. As for what Xi Zhicai, Xun Yu, Xun You and others said, he didn't listen at all.

After a long time, Cao Cao said in a deep voice, "Please come and discuss matters with Zhong Yao."

Zhong Yao is the oldest, and he has high prestige and knowledge. He is one of the only "big people" among the gentry class.

Cao Cao put aside the incident involving Yang Xiu last time, and Zhong Yao became much more at ease and seldom came out to participate in the matter.

At this moment, Cao Cao wanted to know what this old guy thought about Xi Yu's school.

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Half an hour later, Zhong Yao stroked his beard and carefully read the brief letter sent by Xi Yu.

He put down the brief letter, looked at everyone, then looked at Xun Yu, and asked: "Wen Ruo... what do you think at this time?"

"Haha, I was just about to hear your opinion, but why did you ask me...!"

Xi Zhicai: "Just tell me your opinion quickly, my lord is waiting for you!"

Cao Cao then laughed and said, "That's right, if you have any ideas, please tell me immediately and let us know. Don't hold back anymore."

Hearing this, Zhong Yao smiled slightly and said, "This is a great thing..."

"Good thing..."

Xun Yu and Xi Zhicai were immediately stunned.

Xun You was also surprised in his heart: How can the school-running policy implemented by Xi Yu be considered a good thing?

Cao Cao on the side heard this and immediately asked curiously, "Why is this a good thing? Please tell me the reason quickly."

Zhong Yao immediately said, "Now there are Yuan Shao in the north, Liu Biao in the south, and Sun Ce living in the east of the Yangtze River. There are also Li Jue, Ma Teng, Han Sui, Zhang Lu and others in the west. There are strong enemies on all sides. You, my lord, are in great danger."

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"So, in my opinion, the action of Mr. Xi and Uncle Guo is definitely to win the support of the people and the people's support."

Cao Cao was slightly shocked and said, "Please elaborate."

Zhong Yao said in detail, "Craftsmen are the foundation of armament manufacturing. They are very useful in manufacturing armaments and building city walls."

"Doctors are very useful in saving lives and healing the wounded, and stabilizing the strength of the people and soldiers."

"Businessmen, promote the circulation of money, food and goods to ensure that all places are rich and have money and food."

"Common people from all walks of life are the foundation of the establishment. They are divided into three, six and nine. Their number cannot be underestimated. Now, once these people can enter the school, the official positions available to the gentry and Confucian scholars will be reduced in the future."

"Furthermore, have you ever taken a closer look? These official positions established by the uncle are all for receiving salaries but no real power."

Xun Yu said, "Once a teacher cultivates celebrities, his status and status will definitely be improved, and his power will naturally increase with the tide."

Hearing this, Zhong Yao patiently explained, "Haha, this is just one of them."

"What's more important is that as long as Master Xi's school-building strategy can be successfully implemented in Xuzhou, within three years, there will be a large number of craftsmen, doctors, farmers proficient in farming and water conservancy, Confucian scholars with profound knowledge, and businessmen in Xuzhou city.

Isn’t it a good thing for Xuzhou and even the Lord that such a person is like this?”

Hearing Zhong Yao's remarks, Cao Cao felt enlightened and was shocked. He had never expected that Xi Yu's strategy was so powerful.

Cao Cao couldn't help but feel excited: This old man Zhong Yao coincides with me and is very much in line with my wishes.

Xiyu really did not disappoint me.

Of course, all this is exactly what Xi Yuxin wants.

By running schools, more knowledgeable craftsmen can be cultivated, so that more utensils can be produced. With these utensils, craftsmen can develop more advanced designs.

Seeing that Cao Cao was very satisfied with his words, Zhong Yao said even more affirmatively: "As the saying goes, those who work hard govern people, and those who work hard govern others. The uncle's policy of running schools this time is precisely to train a large number of people to manage labor for the Lord.

People."

After hearing what Zhong Yao said, Cao Cao was very convinced. After a while, he said, "I have made a decision."

"You will go back for the time being. Fengyi's plan to run a school must be supported by everyone, and I will always support Fengyi."

Hearing this, Xi Zhicai, Xun Yu and others looked at each other, and they still had some words in their hearts. However, Cao Cao had already said this, and they were unwilling to go against Cao Cao's words, not to mention that Xun Yu was Xi Yu's good friend.

However, this matter is of great importance, and several people really don't understand why Zhong Yao is so supportive of Xi Yu's deviant behavior today.

After coming out of the Prime Minister's Mansion, several people were very confused and couldn't help but ask, "Master Zhong, we really don't understand why you support Xi Yu and say such deviant words?"

Zhong Yao smiled indifferently and said softly, "Really? I have never said anything deviant. I just said what the prime minister was thinking, haha..."

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Hearing Zhong Yao's words, Xi Zhicai, Xun Yu and others suddenly realized that Zhong Yao had already seen that Cao Cao supported Xi Yu in running a school.

At this moment, Cao Cao strode back to the inner courtyard, looking for his beloved son Cao Ang.

After searching for a while, I found Cao Ang in Mrs. Ding's room. Cao Cao immediately smiled and whispered to Cao Ang, "Ang'er, I'll give you a task of identification. I wish you a happy life."

Cao Ang has always been smart and sensible, and he is also well-educated. When he saw Cao Cao, he smiled and asked, "Ang, what do you want to tell me? No matter what you tell me, I will do my best and never let my father down."

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Hearing this, Cao Cao touched Cao Ang's head fondly and said with a smile, "Now your brother-in-law is living alone in Xuzhou. Your father asks you to go over and keep him company. Are you willing?"

Cao Ang asked doubtfully, "Go to Xuzhou to accompany my uncle? But I am studying with Aweng now, what should I do?"

Cao Cao touched Cao Ang's head and was about to speak when Mrs. Ding suddenly interjected, "Ah Ma, with your arrangement, Fengyi has something to do in Xuzhou that makes you worried?"

"If that's the case, how about I take Ang'er and Sister Ding to Xuzhou and keep an eye on Fengyi for you?"

Hearing this, Cao Cao's expression changed slightly and he said in a deep voice, "Haha, are you really going to Xuzhou out of righteousness? In my opinion, you just want to play mahjong in Xuzhou."

Mrs. Ding's face suddenly turned red and she did not dare to say anything.

Cao Cao understood her thoughts very well.

Ever since the last time she and Fengyi played mahjong at Dasinong Mansion, Mrs. Ding has been obsessed with this thing and urged the craftsmen to make mahjong tiles every day.

For this reason, Cao Cao was very angry.

"It's enough for Ang'er to go alone."

After that, Cao Cao handed the slip to Cao Ang and Mrs. Ding. After reading it, they were shocked.

Mrs. Ding couldn't bear it anymore and said with a faint smile, "Only Fengyi, who is as talented and talented as he is, can do such extraordinary things. It's really admirable."

Mrs. Ding touched Cao Ang and said with great reluctance, "Ang'er, when you go to Xuzhou this time, remember to promise your mother something."

Cao Ang asked, "What's the matter? Mother, please tell me."

Mrs. Ding said, "You promised my mother that you must come back to see her within half a year. Can you do it?"

Cao Ang nodded immediately, "I promise my mother."

But Cao Ang's eyes have always been on the various positions in the brief book.

Seeing this, Cao Cao decided to test Cao Ang and asked him, "Ang'er, what do you think of my uncle's strategy for running a school?"

Cao Ang stood up, bowed deeply to Cao Cao, and said very confidently, "My uncle's policy of running a school, in the eyes of ordinary people, is a deviant act, and Confucian scholars should be ashamed of it."

"However, in my opinion, my uncle's plan is a far-sighted one. Once this plan to run a school is successful, Xuzhou's poor families and people will be able to get rid of the control of aristocratic families, so that all people with lofty ideals, regardless of class, can obtain knowledge.

This matter is of great benefit to Xuzhou."

"My brother-in-law's move may seem like nonsense in the eyes of Confucian scholars, but in fact it is such a far-sighted thing. I expected that my brother-in-law had already planned this, but he could only wait until after defeating Yuan Shao, when everything was in ruins and waiting for something to be done.

time and effort to carry out this matter."

Cao Cao was very surprised that Cao Ang had Zhong Yao's profound insights at a young age, which made him very pleased and loved. He continued to take the exam. Cao Ang said, "Tell me again, why did your father ask you to go to Xuzhou?"
To be continued...