After seeing off Geng Zhi, Wang Yi, Zang Min and others, Zhang Liao called Xu Huang to the hall for questions. On the table table, there were several bowls of food, and the two sat at the table.

After eating a bowl of millet, Zhang Liao put down the bowls and chopsticks and chewed a piece of fat and thin mutton, he slowly said, "When I left Yuanyin County, I told you that if you have any difficulties, you can ask me for help. But in order not to cause trouble, you should take on all the difficulties you should bear. Here, I thank Brother Gongming for his affection for me everywhere."

"Xihe County is sparsely populated. The army under the command of the County Governor Zhang, plus more than 4,000 county soldiers, all require money and food everywhere, so I can only take the initiative to obtain local materials."

Xu Huang looked serious and replied: "There are still some wealthy families in the two counties of Yuanyin and Yuanyang. There are eight local tyrants and evil gentry. They are generous and use other people's money and food to support the county magistrate Zhang. This is the duty of the subordinates."

Zhang Liao knew what Xu Huang did and reported it clearly in his letters, but he could not just remember it in his heart and keep silent. The achievements of his generals must be kept on their lips and praised more.

The troops and county soldiers under his command had all been integrated into more than 20,000 yuan, and the food and fodder he consumed was indeed short of money. It was because Xu Huang understood this truth and took the initiative to help him share his worries and regarded the wealthy tyrants under his jurisdiction as the target of exploitation.

Zhang Liao asked with concern: "Is there any objection?"

"Forcing the strong soldiers on their side, no one dares to argue with them, and all dissatisfaction can only be vented in private."

Xu Huang explained: "Instead of allowing local tyrants to raise troops and horses to protect one family, it is better to use strong soldiers to force them to hand over some food, grass and weapons to support the army and horses under the command of County Governor Zhang, which can protect thousands of families and thousands of families."

"Brother Gongming is naturally planning and then acting, and he will not be able to fish out of the waters. As long as they are not forced into desperate situations, there will be no rebellion or chaos. All decisions are allowed to be made by Brother Gongming."

Zhang Liao handed over the military affairs of the two counties to Xu Huang, so he naturally promised enough power and trust. Among all the civil and military officials under his command, Xu Huang has the greatest power now.

Even Gao Shun and others who followed him for the longest time, no one could compare to Xu Huang, whether in terms of the number of troops or the size of power.

The reason why Zhang Liao picked up Xu Huang and took on great responsibilities was naturally his own consideration. In the future, Gao Shun and his generals will definitely go to war with him. Xu Huang will take the lead in protecting the rear. In his mind, Xu Huang does have the ability to stand alone.

He also knew that Cheng Lian and Song Xian and others had a little prejudice against Xu Huang and complained about his arrangements, but with his private consolation, all the negative effects were resolved.

"Mr. Zhang promised me to take heavy burdens, and I will work hard to repay you with all my efforts."

Xu Huang had no slack expression at all, and had a serious face.

"I have told you a long time ago that we share life, death, wealth and honor. If the situation in the future is really unfavorable, I hope Brother Gongming will protect himself to make a comeback. Don't talk about life and death easily."

Zhang Liao seriously instructed him that he knew the truth that it was difficult to find a general in a thousand troops. His foundation was weak and he could not tolerate any damage. Seeing Xu Huang nodding in agreement, he scolded him, "There is something that Brother Gongming did too inauthentic, which made me extremely dissatisfied."

Xu Huang hurriedly asked, "What's the matter?"

"When I went to Cai's house to propose marriage, Brother Gongming took all his family to Lishi County. Are you worried that I would suspect you? Is it a hostage to put my family next to me?"

Zhang Liao's face was extremely unhappy. Even if he was not a sincere gentleman, he would pretend to be a sincere gentleman. What Xu Huang did made him very dissatisfied. He had treated Xu Huang with sincerity, but Xu Huang's actions made him worry, and Xu Huang could not help but avoid suspicion. This is the problem. Even if there is a rift of suspicion, it must be resolved as soon as possible.

If Xu Huang opened this hole, wouldn’t he set an example for other officials?

If he didn't bring his relatives, he would be afraid of not getting Zhang Liao's trust, and his situation would be worrying at that time.

"Mr. Zhang is too worried, I don't mean that."

Xu Huang thought deeply and said hurriedly: "I was afraid that Hedong County would not be peaceful, so I took my relatives to Lishi County, which was closer to me to facilitate my visit. In addition, Lishi County is looking at the huge Bingzhou, which is also the safest place."

"In that case, you should support your parents by your side, take your wife by your side to take care of your daily life, and let your children listen to the teachings by your side."

Zhang Liao arranged everything well, for fear of being suspicious of his subordinates. As long as he made it open and honest, he could cut off some unnecessary suspicion.

"This is not possible. The leader of the low-ranking army shoulders a heavy burden outside. How can he be filial and have no energy to take care of his wife and children? I have been struggling all day long in the military camp. How can I place my relatives in the military camp? Since ancient times, no one can bring his parents, wife and children in the military camp."

Xu Huang had a firm attitude and did not comment on Zhang Liao's arrangements.

Zhang Liao said patiently: "I mean, you can find a house nearby, but you don't want to arrange it in the military camp. If you really dare to bring your parents, wife and children in the military camp, can I feel at ease with such a person?"

"I would also like to ask the governor Zhang to not be kind to my family. If governor Zhang really feels that it is inappropriate to keep his family in Lishi County, I can send them back to his hometown in Hedong."

Xu Huang had made up his mind and could not tolerate any negotiation.

Zhang Liao sighed and said, "Brother Gongming is sincere to you, but I am a mediocre person who is worried about it. I am afraid that Brother Gongming will have a grudge against me and want to keep his relatives by my side as hostage. It seems that I blamed Brother Gongming for wrongly."

"What County Prince Zhang thinks and thinks is true, and what I do is really easy to make people suspicious. It is my behavior that needs to be considered. It almost made County Prince Zhang lose his reputation as holding his relatives and relatives as hostages."

Xu Huang said truthfully: "I will tell everyone the truth so that others will not think about it. After all, people's words are fearful and have to be careful."

"Since you've said it out loud, there's no need to worry too much." Zhang Liao smiled openly and turned to other matters and said: "For Hu Cai, if you can use it, if you can use it, you can use it with a little precaution or send it to my command."

Xu Huang said objectively: "Hu Cai is powerful and can act as a warrior who charges. If he is asked to lead a single army, it may be difficult to accomplish anything."

"Brother Gongming has a deep understanding of Hu Cai, so I will leave it to you. As long as Hu Cai no longer has any slutiness with Bai Bojun and devotes himself to me, I can trust you with confidence."
Chapter completed!