Han Shizu

Chapter 169
"Hey"

"Ugh"

In the deep cold night, the back hall of Yang's mansion was brightly lit with candles. Yang Bin, with his hands behind his back, lingered in the hall with a solemn expression and sighed.The swaying candlelight in the cool breeze seemed to reflect his mood at the moment.

Looking at the layout of the halls, it is clean and simple, without any appearance of luxury.There is one thing to say, today's ministers of the great Han Dynasty, when it comes to cleanliness and frugality, no one can surpass Yang Bin.

"Father, why are you so worried?" His eldest son Yang Tingkan couldn't help asking beside him.

As mentioned earlier, the courtiers of the Han Dynasty are not really clean.Su Fengji is like Su Fengji, who likes to collect money, is corrupt and accepts bribes. He used to be in charge of the government and dared to sell officials and nobles unscrupulously. Although he has restrained a lot, his corrupt behavior has never stopped.

Although Yang Bin is not good at buying property, his selfishness is not shallow.Among the three sons, the eldest son Ting Kan is in charge of the Ministry of Officials and has the duty of the examination department; the second son Ting Wei is the direct commander of the inner hall; the third son Ting Yi is the prison officer in Dali Temple.

Finding positions for the three sons, but not much restraint, this is also "human nature", even if others criticize it, it is not a big deal, everyone makes contributions to the dragon, isn't it also to protect the children and grandchildren.However, Yang Bing installed more than three sons in the imperial court. His relatives, friends, old friends, and fellow countrymen were either working in Beijing or serving as officials in prefectures and counties. , very large.

Some people have counted that in less than a year since the founding of the Han Dynasty, there were more than [-] relatives of the Yang family who were personally promoted by Yang Bin. No matter how capable and meritorious they were, how could Liu Chengyou Don't be afraid, hate.Of course, it is undeniable that Yang Bin is on the opposite side of Liu Chengyou, and that is what Liu Chengyou hates most about him.

Yang Bin was obviously depressed. Hearing the eldest son's question, he only gave him a sideways glance, put on a dirty face, snorted coldly, and did not answer.

Yang Bin's family education was very strict, and his sons were very afraid of him.Seeing the old father's cold face, Yang Tingkan couldn't help shrinking his neck, shut up for a while, and still couldn't help asking in a low voice: "Are you worried about the official's health?"

Hearing this, Yang Bin's face turned ugly, but he didn't answer.

It has been several days since the beginning of the new year, Liu Zhiyuan has not appeared in person to manage the government, only issued edicts from the inner court from time to time, and occasionally met with the ministers.It may be difficult to describe the life of Yang Bin as the prince supervising the country, but it was not smooth after all.Liu Chengyou feels that many of the government affairs are handled by him inappropriately.Come and go, the contradiction is deeper.To this day, in front of several chancellors, Yang Bin angrily said to Liu Chengyou: "The important affairs of the state should be dealt with by the ministers. Your Highness does not need to say anything!"

Liu Chengyou was so angry that he directly lifted the case after the meeting.

"I'm still worried about His Highness the Crown Prince." Yang Tingkan's voice became softer.

This time, Yang Bin's reaction became stronger. He slapped the table and vented his grievances coldly: "It's only been a few days since the supervisor of the country, so he will carry out the order and don't pay attention to me and other ministers. This is just the prince. , if let him become the emperor, there is still a way for my Yang family to survive?"

Yang Tingkan's words obviously startled Yang Tingkan, and subconsciously looked around vigilantly, thinking that this was his own inner hall, he relaxed a little.But seeing Yang Bin's frowning look, he said cautiously: "It shouldn't be like this. Is father too nervous?"

"Father is the Prime Minister of the Great Han Dynasty. He is in charge of the military and government. He is a minister of the country. He has worked hard and made great achievements. His Royal Highness will only rely on him even more."

Almost pointing at the eldest son's nose, Yang Bin cursed: "Stupid! If you follow your ignorant thinking, my Yang family will be wiped out in the future, and there will be no injustice!"

"Father calm down." Probably because he was used to the training, Yang Tingkan didn't dare to show any displeasure on his face, he stepped forward to help Yang Bin to sit down, and said: "Er Guan, although His Highness the Crown Prince is serious, he is not unreasonable. Humility Filial piety is also praised by the government and the public."

"Huh." Hearing his words, Yang Bin snorted, with a hint of sarcasm emerging from the corner of his mouth: "Before Emperor Sui Yang succeeded to the throne, he was also hypocritical and playing tricks on his name. You don't know, but I know that this crown prince is a man of nature. Cool person! Just wait, if he becomes the emperor in the future, let alone us foreign ministers, even his relatives, brothers, uncles, uncles, how many of them can die well!"

Glancing at Yang Bin, Yang Ting hesitated to speak, always feeling that his father was a bit extreme.After thinking for a while, he reminded: "Now, even the workshops are spreading rumors that His Royal Highness is like Tang Taizong, and the battle of Luancheng——"

Before Yang Tingkan could finish speaking, Yang Bin interrupted him impatiently, scolding: "How did Emperor Taizong of Tang ascend to the throne? Killing his brother, forcing the emperor's father! The prince has ruthless methods, but I believe it! As for Luan In the battle of the city, if Zhang Yanwei and other generals did not fight hard, would he have such luck and be famous all over the world?"

Yang Tingkan shut up, unable to convince him at all.At the same time, a sense of fear filled the whole body. If Yang Bin's thinking and attitude were followed, the Yang family would really be in danger of destroying their family.

"It's a pity that the sky has no eyes, and His Royal Highness Wei Wang died young. Wei Wang Renshan, if he is still alive, I will help him ascend the throne even if I risk my life. How can Zhou Wang win the position of heir for nothing!" Yang Tingkan worried In the meantime, Yang Bin let out a long sigh, his tone full of resentment and resentment.

Speaking from Yang Bin's heart, does he really hate Liu Chengyou and like Liu Chengxun, but it is not the case.Liu Chengyou is strong, has ideas, and has a heavy heart, which is obviously difficult to control.On the contrary, Liu Chengxun is kind and gentle. For these powerful ministers, he is the most suitable monarch. In addition, the two are familiar with each other.
Seeing Yang Bin's obsessive look, Yang Tingkan was completely frightened, which can be described as a shock, and took two steps back.

On the pale face, the color of worry is thick, the weather is still cold this night, but it is not as cold as his heart.A little stunned, Yang Tingkan seemed to understand something, and suddenly asked: "Could it be that my father was worried that he supported Wei Wang before, and was afraid that the prince would be suspicious in the past?"

Yang Bin did not answer this question.

Seeing this, Yang Tingkan immediately suggested: "If that's the case, why don't father have an open and honest discussion with His Royal Highness the Crown Prince to eliminate misunderstandings. With His Highness's capacity, would you still care about your father?"

"Are you asking me to give in and bow my head?" It's okay if you don't say anything, but when the words fell, Yang Bin turned his head and spoke harshly.

"If the father can't save his face, the son is willing to go on behalf of the father!"

Facing Yang Tingkan's innocence, Yang Bin couldn't help but smile: "You think too highly of yourself, go and shame the Yang family?"

But seeing Yang Bin's stubbornness, Yang Tingkan became anxious for the first time, and persuaded him: "Father, now that the titles of monarch and ministers have been determined, His Royal Highness the Crown Prince should not be insulted lightly. Since ancient times, how many people who have resisted the monarch with ministers can have a good end?"

Normally, if his son dared to speak to him like that, Yang Bin would have slapped him long ago.But right now, seeing the worry on Yang Tingkan's expression, Yang Bin couldn't help but sighed, and waved his hand: "As a father, you have your own worries, so you don't have to worry too much. It's getting late, you should go down and rest first."

Pushing Yang Tingkan back, Yang Bin was alone in the hall, his face became even more bitter.In fact, he was also very disturbed in his heart, if he really had the confidence, why would he lament here late at night.

"The officials are already paving the way for the crown prince, and I'm afraid time is running out!" After pondering for a long time, Yang Bin murmured: "Old man, I have to make preparations earlier!"

In the past few days, Liu Zhiyuan's most important edicts were to adjust the imperial army again.In addition to Shi Hongzhao still serving as the commander of the Mabu Army of the Guards and Tongping Zhangshi, Liu Xin was appointed as the Deputy Commander of the Mabu Army of the Guards, Li Hongxin was appointed as the Commander of the Mabu Army of the Guards, and Li Hongwei was appointed as the Commander of the Mabu Army of the Guards. Li Hongjian was deployed for the inner city, his adopted son Liu Chengyun was the commander of the left wing of the guardian saint, and his son-in-law Song Yanwo was the inspector of the capital.

Let's not mention the abilities of the next few people, but they are either from the clan or the royal family, and they seem to be escorting Liu Chengyou's succession.Even Liu Zhiyuan had the heart to persuade Murong Yanchao to come to Beijing to serve as a senior general of the bodyguard department
Of course, from Liu Chengyou's point of view, Liu Zhiyuan's arrangement was not very "safe", mainly because his uncles and uncles were really not trustworthy people, either lacking in ability or limited in character.According to Liu Chengyou's intention, Yang Bin and Shi Hongzhao, especially Shi Hongzhao, need only be dismissed from their posts, and they don't even need to be dismissed, just send them to town and away from Tokyo. (Shi Hongzhaoshang led the German army Jiedu envoy and Tongping Zhangshi)
However, Liu Chengyou also appreciated Liu Zhiyuan's kindness.Feeling that the wind and rain are coming, Liu Chengyou is step by step, very calmly, and secretly arranges everything.Although during this period of time, he was distracted by the state affairs, but he never relaxed about the army. He was clear in his mind, no matter how fierce the struggle in the court was, it was not as real as military power.

In the Imperial Army in Tokyo, Liu Chengyou's influence is not small, and he has Ma Quanyi, Xiang Xun, Han Tong and other confidantes to promote him. Veteran and old generals will not oppose him normally, and some generals represented by Guo Wei support him.The only unstable factor is Shi Hongzhao, but this person really has no military spirit. Although his followers control a group of forbidden troops, Liu Chengyou has no confidence in whether he can start a rebellion.

It can be said that even if Liu Zhiyuan passed away suddenly, as long as the situation develops normally and there are no accidents, there will be basically no problems for Liu Chengyou to succeed to the throne as a prince.

However, Yang Bin obviously didn't think so.After pondering for a long time, Yang Bin couldn't help showing some hesitation on his face: "Could it be that I have to find that scumbag to work with?"

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