Romance of the Three Kingdoms: Became the Eldest Son of Sun Ce - Chapter 200



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Episode 200. Maintenance (2)

The power of the base army.

The office of the Seungsangbu.

Cui Yan, who arrived at Cao Cao’s headquarters, bowed his head.

Meanwhile, Cao Cao, who was sitting at the head of the table, spoke in a voice that seemed ready to boil over at any moment.

“…I can see that you have a bright complexion, so I guess you had a good trip. So, was Heo Hyeon quite something to see?”

“It is said that Heo-hyeon was the capital of Han in the past, but how can it compare to the greatness of your Majesty? It is simply inadequate.”

At Choi Yeom’s calm answer, Jo Jo quirked the corners of his lips for a moment and said.

“I’m sorry about this. I took great care of Heo Hyeon… I didn’t think you’d like it. I’ll have to take better care of Upseong.”

Jo Jo glanced at Choi Yeom and continued speaking.

“So what? That guy you saw.”

Choi Yeom’s talents were outstanding in many ways.

Among them was also a man with an eye for detail. His outstanding eye for detail was comparable to that of a certain man in charge of personnel affairs within the military.

That is, Choi Yeom’s character evaluation was somewhat believable.

That was why Choi Yeom was sent south as an envoy.

To be exact, it would be best for Choi Yeom to die at Son So’s hands, but if he returned alive, there was nothing he could do.

In the former case, it was good because it could push away the influence of the local aristocrats, and in the latter case, it was good because it could access various information about Son So.

Right now, Cao Cao has done little about Son So.

‘A clever guy who is not his age… .’

Choi Yeom closed his eyes tightly. Then, as if he was replaying Sonso’s face in his head, he recalled each and every one of them from the back of his memory.

He closed his eyelids and spoke in a strange tone.

“Son So, his appearance is outstanding, just like his father. His eyes may seem sharp at first glance. However, the smile he always has on his lips. This offsets Son So’s own premonition.

“You smile like a soft cloud in the sky, so on the outside you look gentle, which makes you mistaken.”

“…Tell me more.”

“One…. The cunning in his eyes is a cunningness that is not typical of a man who was a freelancer, and the smile on his lips naturally creates all sorts of sophistry and rhetoric. However, unlike his innate cunningness, he has a remarkable eye for detail, and he has the talent to know how to use and distinguish people.

Adding all this up… . The Son So that So Gwan has witnessed has enough talent to stand up to the Prime Minister.”

When Cao Cao’s stern gaze fell on Choi Yan, Choi Yan sighed and continued speaking.

“However, his arrogant behavior and speech, which resemble his father, can be sufficiently restrained by those around him. If we only evaluate his striking appearance, he is not a vessel that can unite the world.”

Then Cao Cao let out a sigh. He stared at Cui Yan with his eyes hardened as if he were trying to look at him. The words Cui Yan mentioned tickled a part of Cao Cao’s heart.

“Are you sure that what you said is true? You clearly said that Son So was the one who would have difficulty unifying the world?”

“Yes, Your Majesty. How could you lie and tell the truth about your own safety?”

Cao Cao was relieved by Choi Yeom’s immediate answer.

The only ones who could unite the world were himself and Liu Bei, who had fled far away to Yi Province.

‘Son So, that bastard took advantage of the situation he was in so wickedly… How can I fight with this Cao Cao over the world!’

But the relief was short-lived, as Cao Cao, suffering from a chronic headache, frowned and said.

“Then that’s enough. You must have had a hard time as a messenger, so go back.”

The moment Choi Yeom left the room, Jo Jo crumpled his face again. Then, stroking his head, which felt like it would split apart at any moment, he repeated:

“He seems arrogant, just like his father…. If that’s the case, then I guess he’s a guy who’ll try to unify the world but end up destroying himself one day….”

Thinking this way, Jo Jo felt a little better and stroked his forehead again to soothe his headache.

***

June 201.

Yangju Danyang-gun Construction.

At this time, the people of Geon-eop were very excited.

“The General has won again!”

“You must have taken after your father’s military talents! What’s more, this time, didn’t you even steal the land where that traitor, Cao Cao, lived?”

“I was worried because the General was young… but now I see that I didn’t have to worry at all!”

The successful northern expedition of Sonso. The people’s confidence was boosted by this and began to soar through the roof.

After Sun Ce’s death, there was no longer anyone who feared the future of Jiangdong.

Sun Zhao’s military achievement of taking over the area south of the Yellow River from Cao Cao, the warlord of the Central Plains, was by no means small. Of course, he did not occupy the counties and districts north of Yan’an, but this alone was a great achievement.

Knowingly or unknowingly, the people of Jiangdong were psychologically oppressed by the people of the Central Plains and the warlords.

There are still memories of being looked down upon because it was part of the Chu state during the Chu-Han War, or because it was referred to as a southern mountain monkey.

However, the self-esteem of the people of Gangdong, which had been suppressed, began to slowly raise its head.

And all these changes.

It originated from the existence of Sun Zhao, who won against Cao Cao, the warlord of the Central Plains.

As their self-esteem, which had been rising steadily, reached the sky, Sonso arrived at Geonyeop.

A thunderous cheer greeted Sonso’s return.

A huge crowd of people gathered to see Sonso at least once more.

The public sentiment in Gangdong was more favorable to Son Ga than ever before.

Maybe even more than the royal family.

***

The Great Hall of the Imperial Palace of Geonup.

When we returned after the victory, the atmosphere in Geon-eop was greatly refreshed.

Above all, the gazes of the managers looking at me.

While before it seemed like he had no choice but to surrender, this time it seemed like he was completely acknowledging me as his superior.

If by any chance I had lost, my status that I had worked so hard to build would have been shaken. And there would have been officials who would have bitten me when they saw the opportunity.

‘I guess I have something to say to those who were worried because of my young age.’

I opened my mouth as I glanced at the surrounding officials and the emperor sitting helplessly on the high throne.

“…Because revenge against Cao Cao’s forces was the priority, I didn’t have time to look into Jianye’s situation.

However, revenge has been achieved to some extent, and furthermore, Cao Cao has been dealt a blow… . We should reorganize Jianye. If you have anyone to recommend, please recommend them without hesitation.”

Then the officials who had been watching me opened their mouths and began to recommend scholars.

‘I can see it, I can see it. I can see that you are full of greed.’

Currently, there is a vacuum in the management due to the purged traitors.

This time, it was clear that they were trying to fill that gap and expand their network through recommendations.

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You can’t hire people based on recommendations alone.

The absurd behavior of a person who was recommended as a blind man was actually a coward, and a filial son who was extremely devoted was actually illiterate. I had no intention of reproducing this with my own hands.

So I had to modify it to suit my taste.

“Everything is good, but… the officials you recommended will have to go through several verification processes before being appointed to official posts.”

Of course, all those who verify it must be people from this hand shop.

In this way, step by step, filling the positions in the government with my people. This was my main goal.

‘In addition, we will have to call in the managers who have been staying outside to work.’

At that moment, Goong, who enjoys speaking frankly like a place, stepped forward.

Well, to put it nicely, that’s true, but the truth is he was a stubborn person who liked to make a fuss.

“…But, my lord. To verify the recommended persons…. is to damage the reputation of the official who recommended them. And if by any chance the recommended person fails the verification, how can the damaged official even think about recommending them?”

Goong is from the Ohyeon clan.

That is, a clan of a powerful family. Naturally, I expected someone to say something like this.

I asked with a questioning look on my face.

“Among the traitors this year, there were quite a few who were promoted through recommendation. So what you’re saying is…. Are you saying that you want to promote traitors once again?”

“…How could the official have such a wicked idea? I am just worried that if it goes through verification, the person in charge will naturally gain a lot of real power.”

“Oh, you don’t have to worry about that. I will select trustworthy people and appoint them to that position. And if there is any problem, wouldn’t it be okay to severely punish the manager, the person who recommended him, and the person who was recommended?”

Then, Goong opened his mouth and let out a faint sigh.

“Your Majesty’s will is right.”

When Goong surrendered, I looked up and looked around.

No one, including the place, objected. Daejeon was so quiet that I quite liked it.

‘It’s a good thing that a rebellion has occurred, but how much more would there have been opposition if we hadn’t weeded out the traitors this time?’

The process for recommendation was not something that could be passed over so easily.

The recommendation system was an effective means for aristocrats to inherit government posts from generation to generation.

Since the influence of the powerful clans was directly and indirectly intertwined, it would usually have required a long and drawn-out battle… .

‘Are you trying to fight me while I’m still in full swing? That’s like wanting to die.’

In the meantime, there were too many noble families and officials who were cut off from construction. It was a situation where even if they wanted to oppose, they could not dare to do so.

I looked at the Emperor with a satisfied smile on my lips.

“Your Majesty, I would like to revise the recommendation system, so please give me an order.”

The scarecrow looked around helplessly, then opened his mouth in a small voice.

“…Do as the General wishes.”

“Your Majesty, I am so grateful.”

This is a matter that has received the Emperor’s approval. Now, all that is left is to gather the people of Sonso.

***

Construction hands.

As I was enjoying my long-awaited rest, I heard Ju-tae’s voice from outside.

“My lord, the second son wishes to see you… What should I do?”

“Ahoga? Suddenly?”

“Yes, that’s right.”

At Ju-tae’s words, I frowned and pondered. In the first place, it was extremely rare for Son-ho to come to see me, but after this incident with the father, it was even more so.

I’ve only heard of him absentmindedly wandering around the house or staying in his residence.

But, the fact that you suddenly came to me… .

‘Is there something you need my help with?’

“Come inside.”

First of all, I was curious about what was going on, so I called Sonho over.

Soon, Son-ho appeared before my eyes and had grown considerably. Was this really the kind of growth that one would expect from a child growing up every day?

“Yeah, it’s been almost half a year since I’ve seen you. What happened?”

Then, Son Ho, who had been hesitating, mustered up some energy and opened his mouth while looking into my eyes.

“…I came here because I have something to ask of you, hyung.”

Up to this point, the answer was as expected.

But what does Sonho have to ask of me?

“I’m just saying this just in case, but you’re still young, so you can’t run for office.”

“Oh, it’s not about officialdom.”

“What else could you ask of me, if not an official position? Or did someone ask you for an official position?”

“No. It’s something else….”

I was relieved that it was not a matter of official duty.

If someone had asked that little thing to do something, I would have had no choice but to hold back tears and see blood.

‘Then what’s even stranger? What could Ah-ho ask me to do?’

I looked at Sonho with a puzzled look and asked.

“What are you taking so long to say? Tell me quickly.”

“…Yesterday, Soje…. I picked up a child in front of the family home….”

When I heard Son Ho’s explanation, the content was as follows.

Gan Ning’s maid, who made a mistake in the kitchen, ran away to Songar out of fear of punishment.

And Son-ho, who happened to find the maid who ran away to survive, heard her story and after much thought, came to see me.

And when I heard this series of stories, I was dumbfounded.

“Oh, you bastard! So you’re saying that you protected the maid of the Gam family?

“Xingbai (Gan Ning) is a general that Yu Hyung cherishes. What are you going to do by bringing a maid who has done wrong to Xingbai into your household? Don’t you even think about Xingbai’s reputation?”

“I’m sorry, brother. But…. I heard it was a really minor mistake. Dying over that is really….”

I could only sigh at Son Ho’s weak personality that was not up to standard. However, apart from that, I was impressed by the maid’s survival instinct and the changed course of history.

‘… I knew that Gan Ning was cruel… and more than that, the fact that the maid ran away with my hand…

Certainly, my influence in the construction industry is quite great. It seems that the abolition of private soldiers is also having a great effect.’

In the past, when I promoted Gan Ning, I had a rough idea that something like this would happen… but I never thought it would involve Son Ga.

At that moment, an interesting thought occurred to me.

In the past, the vague imagination I had when I was recruiting Gan Ning began to gradually become more concrete.

‘… Should I go and watch Gan Ning shoot a bow after a long time?’

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