Liu Zhengxi said, "Daizhou's Chief Clerk, Sima Chang Sheng, is a native of Gate Yanmen. But in reality, Sima Chang Sheng was promoted by the Wang Clan and works for them. "
"Daizhou's Chief Clerk, Su Jiang, is not from Gate Yanmen, but from Taiyuan Prefecture. He was also arranged by the Wang Clan."
"Su Jiang and Sima Chang Sheng have opposing views on government affairs. Because when Li Daen was here, the two of them fought for the right to speak in front of him."
"Now that the Wang Clan wants to deal with Steward Du, Sima Chang Sheng and Su Jiang will definitely put aside their differences and work together to deal with you. This is a situation that you will most likely face. "
Liu Zhengxi said, "Young Master, apart from Sima Chang Sheng and Su Jiang, the others all belong to the Wang Clan and are related to them. It can be said that the entire Steward Manor is controlled by the Wang Clan. "
Hearing this, Du Qi was slightly surprised.
He didn't expect the Wang Clan's power in Daizhou to be so tyrannical. Whether it was the Chief Clerk or the Chief Clerk, they were all supported by the Wang Clan and were related to them.
Du Qi said, "Apart from Sima Chang Sheng and Su Jiang, what about the other six Cao Generals?"
Liu Zhengxi said, "Among the six Cao officials, only the Chief Clerk is neutral and doesn't belong to any faction. Apart from him, all the other Cao Generals are related to the Wang Clan. "
Du Qi said seriously, "My father's position as Daizhou's Chief Clerk is really not easy!"
Liu Zhengxi said, "Indeed."
After a pause, Liu Zhengxi said, "Young Master, it won't be easy to break out of this situation. Now that you want to make a move, where do you plan to intervene? It won't be easy to find a breakthrough point. "
Du Qi said, "Daizhou's current officialdom is full of the Wang Clan, or rather, they have a good relationship with the Wang Clan. Then, the first thing we need to do is to win over Chief Clerk Cao. Chief Clerk Cao is in charge of Daizhou's soldiers and is the strongest force apart from Daizhou's garrison. Precisely because of this, Chief Clerk Cao has never belonged to the Wang Clan. "
Liu Zhengxi said, "Chief Clerk Cao's name is Xu Youwen. Logically speaking, it shouldn't be difficult for Young Master to convince Soldier Cao to join the army, Xu Youwen. "
"But in my opinion, Consul Cao is actually not that important."
"Because the overall situation in Daizhou still belongs to the Tang dynasty, so it's impossible for there to be any unrest in Daizhou. So the army doesn't have to worry about it. I think the most important thing is for the Prefect to join the army, because this is a money bag. "
"If there's a problem with the money pouch, it means that there will be upheaval. If Du Zongguan wants to do something in Daizhou, he will be impeded everywhere. "
Liu Zhengxi also gave his own analysis.
Du Qi said with a smile, "Just now, Sir asked me how to choose a breakthrough point and where to intervene. According to what Sir said, you are preparing to make the breakthrough in the Hucao Army, right? "
"Young Master is wise!"
Liu Zhengxi answered directly.
Du Qi sighed in his heart. Liu Zhengxi was indeed not bad. He had foresight, knowledge, and strategy. With Liu Zhengxi by his side, Du Qi could save a lot of effort.
Du Qi said, "Sir, you don't have to ask me what I think. Just tell me what your plan is."
"Yes!"
After Liu Zhengxi answered, he said, "Young Master, my plan is actually very simple. First, I will arrange someone to investigate the situation of Zhou Yunhe, Consul Cao. The officials on the border of Daizhou can't be clean. "
"Especially Zhou Yunhe, who was born in a poor family. To be able to do this and have dealings with the Wang family, he must have a dirty background. This is the entry point."
"After we figure out Zhou Yunhe's situation, we can make a move on him."
Liu Zhengxi said, "Then, we will do this and this … In this way, Zhou Yunhe will become a breakthrough point in tearing apart the officialdom in Daizhou. There will be a purge in Daizhou. Once Daizhou is cleaned up, Du Zongguan will have more control over Daizhou. "
Speaking of this, Liu Zhengxi said, "Of course, according to this plan, we need to go back to the Consul Cao mentioned just now. We need to visit Xu Youwen and let him listen to the arrangements. Young Master, this is my plan. Please make a decision. "
Du Qi said, "So, the Consul Cao is also very important!"
Liu Zhengxi smiled embarrassedly and said, "Indeed."
A bright smile appeared on Du Qi's face. He said, "Mr. Liu's plan is good. Let's do it. Immediately arrange for someone to inquire about Zhou Yunhe's situation. The two of us will go and visit Xu Youwen, the Consul Cao. "
"Yes!"
Liu Zhengxi bowed and answered.
Liu Zhengxi was overjoyed to have gained Du Qi's approval.
He could finally show what he was good at.
Liu Zhengxi immediately went to arrange for the people of the Dark Shadow to carefully dig up information about Zhou Yunhe. After everything was arranged, Liu Zhengxi came back because it was still early.
At this time, Xu Youwen was still handling official business in the office of the Chief. There were many people together, so it was not convenient for him to visit. Du Qi waited until it was dark before he took Liu Zhengxi to Xu Youwen's residence.
Xu Youwen's residence was not far from the Chief's Residence. It was less than a quarter of an hour's journey. If they took a carriage, the journey would be even shorter. When Du Qi arrived with Liu Zhengxi, he went up to knock on the door.
Not long after, the door opened.
The concierge poked his head out and asked. Liu Zhengxi immediately said that Du Qi was here to visit.
The concierge asked Du Qi to wait at the door.
Not long after, Xu Youwen actually personally came to the entrance to welcome him. After he saw Du Qi, he respectfully said, "Young Master Du, this servant is insensible and left you hanging at the entrance. I hope Young Master Du can forgive him."
Xu Youwen was the Consul Cao and was in charge of the army.
He admired Du Qi very much.
The reason was simple. Xu Youwen also participated in the battle of Yanmen Pass and saw Du Qi's plan with his own eyes.
Because he understood Du Qi, even though Xu Youwen and Du Qi had never interacted or spoken to each other, Xu Youwen admired Du Qi. So when he saw Du Qi, he was very friendly and quickly invited Du Qi into the hall to take a seat.
After having someone serve tea, Xu Youwen took the initiative to ask, "Young Master, why have you come so late at night?"
Du Qi didn't beat around the bush and went straight to the point. "My purpose for coming tonight is very simple. It's about the situation in Daizhou's officialdom. My father is now the governor of Daizhou, and everyone in Daizhou is part of the Wang family. Even if my father wants to, it's difficult for him to do so. Moreover, because everyone is part of the aristocratic families, it's difficult to carry out government decrees. My father is very dissatisfied with this. So today, I want to break this deadlock. I've come today because of this matter. "
Xu Youwen was silent for a moment.
Moments later, Xu Youwen said, "Young Master Du has come to Daizhou before and personally commanded the battle at Yanmen Pass. I admire your style and your ability to devise strategies. Although I admire you, I'm afraid it's inappropriate for you to meddle in Daizhou's officialdom. After all, the governor of Daizhou is your father, not you. "
After a pause, Xu Youwen continued, "The Wang family has deep roots in Daizhou. Even when King Dingxiang was in Daizhou, he had to borrow the Wang family's power to carry out his decrees. "
"I'm afraid it won't be easy for your father to break the Wang family's influence in Daizhou."
"Young Master Du, forgive me for being blunt, but I'm aware of the enmity between you and the Wang family. Given Young Master Du's abilities, I don't think the Wang family can deal with your family. At the same time, the Wang family is very powerful. I don't think it's possible for you to break through their influence. "
Xu Youwen explained his analysis.
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