Han family achievements

Chapter 223 Obscure
In the evening, the Prime Minister's Mansion.

Yang Biao and Wang Lang, who had just entered Beijing to report on his duties, sat opposite each other. There was a brazier between them and a small table beside them, which was filled with various memorials and documents.

Yang Biao put his hands on the stove, warming the fire, but looked out of the door, and said: "Your Majesty loves snow, and it is often said that the auspicious snow heralds a good year. It has been falling for four or five days in a row. I am afraid it is not auspicious snow."

While flipping through the papers on the small table, Wang Lang said, "Your Majesty left Beijing suddenly, first inspected the copper mines, and then went to Hanoi. I'm afraid he may have doubts about the government."

Yang Biao turned his head, sighed, and said: "It's normal to be suspicious, but who dares to tell the truth to His Majesty? Your Majesty always cares about things. If he knows the truth, the court will not have a good life."

Wang Lang raised his head suddenly, looked at Yang Biao and said, "Er Xun and the others didn't say anything to His Majesty?"

Yang Biao rubbed his hands together and said, "They themselves are dubious, so how can they tell His Majesty? Recently, household Cao and official Cao have made a lot of moves. It is estimated that they need to borrow the summer tax to confirm some things."

Wang Lang looked pensive, and said: "Tell me, Your Majesty, would you have noticed it long ago? Otherwise, why did Your Majesty want to clear Zhang Zhang's land and registered householder?"

Yang Biao was stunned for a moment, but still shook his head, and said, "Your Majesty only came into contact with the government after he succeeded to the throne. How could he understand these things?"

"Is it right?"

Wang Lang also had no way of judging, immediately put down the document in his hand, and sighed softly: "This prince, I didn't expect to do so many things in secret. If you really give him another year or two, the inside and outside of the capital will probably look completely new."

Yang Biao's fat face turned pale, and he said, "I never thought that Wang Yun would investigate so many people and things at Yushitai by using punishment Cao."

From the beginning to the end, Wang Lang involved more than 400 officials, large and small. Even the lightest, Wang Yun's remarks were "never hired".

He considered it over and over again, and said, "What are you going to do?"

If you hand in this thing, the emperor or other courtiers will suspect that you have a backup; if you don't hand it in, keep it privately, and once it is discovered, the consequences will be more serious.

Yang Biao's chubby face trembled again and again, and he sighed for a while, and said, "I'm going to keep it for now."

Wang Lang frowned and said, "What are you going to do?"

These 'criminal evidence' are enough to blackmail everyone on the list.

Yang Biao remained silent for a long time.

Wang Lang had known him for many years, his heart moved and he said, "Are you going to resign?"

Yang Biao looked at the hands on the stove with a calm expression, and said: "If you don't leave, I will follow in Wang Yun's footsteps."

"You didn't do anything, what are you afraid of?" Wang Lang said.

Yang Biao touched his belly with both hands, and said, "It's because I didn't do anything."

Wang Lang showed doubts.

Since Wang Lang became an official, he no longer has the advantage of being a bystander, but now he can't see clearly.

Yang Biao warmed himself up to the fire, and said: "In the officialdom, everything is involuntary. Who would have expected Wang Yun's fate?"

Wang Lang looked serious, looked at Yang Biao and said, "If you resign, who can afford the court?"

In the imperial court, there are three or two cats, big and small. Besides, whose prestige can compare with Yang Biao, the fourth generation and third prince?
Yang Biao shook his head and said, "Your Majesty must have already considered it."

Wang Lang woke up suddenly, and then fell into deep thought. After a long time, he said slowly: "You mean, His Majesty is pushing the boat along the way?"

Yang Biao looked at the red charcoal fire, and said: "Wang Yun is not a peaceful person. Since he came to power, he has made too many small gestures. His Majesty has endured it. Now that the East Palace is involved, how can His Majesty tolerate it?"

Wang Lang glanced at Yang Biao and said, "So, you have to vacate your position? Who is the future prime minister?"

Yang Biao was roasting on the fire, his fat face was flushed, and he said neither sad nor happy: "I don't know, maybe Sima Jun will make a transition, or it may be Xun You directly."

"Sima Jun?"

Wang Yun was thoughtful, then shook his head, and said: "Sima Jun's time in office is too short, Xun You...in just two years, did he go from the servant of the Huangmen to the prime minister?"

Yang Biao naturally knew it was unreasonable, and said: "Then there is Liu Yu, Zhu Jun and others returning to court. However, they are also involved in Wang Yun's case."

Both of these two wrote to the court, recommending Liu Shao as the crown prince.

This is also the fundamental reason that touched Liu Bian and Wang Yun of the Yi clan!
After excluding two more people, each name flashed in Wang Lang's mind, he suddenly woke up, and said, "Then, who called Liu Situ to enter the capital? Why is there no news about him at all?"

Yang Biao was startled and blinked, as if he remembered Liu Honglai all of a sudden.

Looking back carefully for a while, from Wang Yun's confession to the conclusion of the case, no one seemed to mention Liu Hong. This person seemed to be forgotten by everyone.

Yang Biao and Wang Lang looked at each other, then fell silent.

If Liu Hong returns to the pot and serves as prime minister, he can indeed transition for a period of time.

It seems logical to wait until Er Xun or something is relatively mature and has enough qualifications and prestige to take over.

"Owner."

Just as Yang Biao was about to say something, a servant hurried over, handed over a playbook, and said, "Shangshutai's quick play."

Yang Biao looked serious, got up and went out, shivering when the cold wind hit his face, took it, sat back quickly, opened it and looked.

Wang Lang sat down, he knew that there was no important matter, Shang Shutai would not send the memorial to the prime minister's residence.

Yang Biao's face gradually became serious, and then a little ugly.

He put down the notebook in his hand, looked at Wang Lang, and said calmly, "Runan Governor Li Ru abandoned his official position and defected to Dong Zhuo."

Wang Lang was startled, and immediately nodded again, saying: "Li Ru is recognized as Wang Yun's henchman, so it is understandable for him to do so."

Yang Biao's chubby face tightened, his expression became more serious, and he said: "Pinglu Captain Lv Bu occupies half of Xuzhou, flirts with Dong Zhuo, and doesn't listen to Ding Yuan at all."

Wang Lang flashed Runan, Yuzhou, Xuzhou and other geographical locations in his mind, his expression was slightly startled, and he said, "Didn't Dong Zhuo get too big?"

Speaking of this, Wang Lang suddenly said again: "Could it be that the south really doesn't care about the policy of 'first north and then south' formulated by the imperial court?"

Since Liu Bian succeeded to the throne, he has formulated a clear road map, which is the four words "first north, then south".

The main force of the imperial court, nearly 20 troops, is almost all in the north, and rarely goes south.

Most of the various armies and forces to suppress bandits in the south belonged to those people who "self-recruited" and "self-raised money and food".

Yang Biao thought for a while, and said: "This strategy was decided by Huangfusong and others. Now the northern states, except Liangzhou, are basically pacified, and there is still a Black Mountain army making trouble. Generally speaking, there is no Incorrect."

Wang Lang snorted coldly, and said: "The south is a mess, not to mention Yuan Shu and Han Fu, Dong Zhuo is getting bigger and bigger, and Liu Yan, a Yizhou shepherd with ulterior motives, is staring at him. How can the court just sit still? "

Yang Biao moved his butt unnaturally, and said in a weak tone: "You know the situation of the imperial court. Last year, they couldn't even pay the official salary. How much can they do?"

Wang Lang was very dissatisfied with the imperial court, but in front of the current prime minister, he couldn't express his anger, so he said in a hateful voice: "Shangshutai called me to Beijing to report on my duties because of the Shanyang County incident?"

Yang Biao nodded, shook his head again, and said, "It's Hu Cao and Li Cao's joint request. They have doubts about the amount of autumn grain in Yanzhou."

"Why don't you call Mr. Liu, but me?" Wang Lang asked.

Yang Biao looked at him, hesitated for a while, and said: "I heard the rumor that Li Cao intends to recommend you as the soldier Cao's servant."

Wang Lang was stunned for a moment, looked at Yang Biao, and said, "You, heard the wind?"

Yang Biao looked unnatural, waved his hands, and said, "Let's talk about Wang Yun."

Wang Lang really can't understand Yang Biao, is he pretending to be confused, or is he really confused?

Wang Lang calmed down and said: "I have a hunch that His Majesty will have a decree in the near future, which will be judged by the Tingwei Mansion. And he will avoid conspiracy and inheritance, and most of them will be convicted of corruption and lawlessness."

Yang Biao nodded.

With Wang Yun imprisoned, the word "Prince" has gradually become a taboo for the ruling and opposition parties.It is understandable that Ting Wei's Mansion wants to avoid such sensitive words.

Immediately, he looked at Wang Lang, then glanced outside, and said in a low voice, "Do you feel that His Majesty's reaction this time is a bit excessive?"

Wang Lang looked thoughtful and said, "Is it because Wang Yun connected with King Bohai?"

Yang Biao shook his head and said, "I always feel that there are other reasons, but I can't figure it out."

Just as Wang Lang was about to speak, another servant came over and said, "Master, Tang Mao is here to visit."

Yang Biao was startled, then frowned, waved his hand and said, "Let him go, let him go, just say I'm not here."

Wang Lang also shook his head when he heard the words, Cai Yong's crime meant that Liu Shao's position as the crown prince was lost, this Tang Mao seemed to be a cat that smelled fishy, ​​and he was moving frequently recently, trying to push his grandson.

"This person also doesn't know what to do. No wonder he was dismissed by His Majesty after only a few days in such an important position as Lieutenant Sili." Wang Lang said.

After the servant left, Yang Biao said: "It's the end of the year, and there are more ghosts and monsters. It's impossible to hide away."

"No wonder Your Majesty left Luoyang in such a hurry." Wang Lang said suddenly as if he had realized something.

Even Yang Biao can't be clean, so the palace can be imagined.

"Master, Zhong Tingwei is asking to see you." A servant hurried over and said anxiously.

Wang Lang looked at Yang Biao and said, "The decree is probably coming soon."

Yang Biao sighed, got up and put on his clothes, and said: "The one who should come must come. By the way, you should find a way to transfer De Zu from Cao Cao."

Wang Lang was startled, and said, "Cao Cao? What happened?"

Yang Biao was too fat, and it was difficult for him to put on his clothes. He said, "It's not Xiahouyuan's business. Cao Cao wrote letters to Da Sima's mansion one after another, and there were some disputes."

"Is it too late?" Wang Lang asked hastily.

Yang Biao finished dressing, looked at the heavy snow outside, and said: "It's hard to say, but the government and the public have criticized him, and His Majesty's favor for him seems to have weakened."

Wang Lang's expression turned serious, and he said, "I see."

For civil servants and military generals, doing things and doing wrong things are not terrible, the key lies in the emperor's heart, once the emperor's heart changes, it has nothing to do with wrong or right!

Yang Biao left the side courtyard, came to the front hall, and waited for Zhong Yao to come over.

Zhong Yao came in the snow, patted the snow on his body at the door, and then entered the door. After seeing the ceremony, the guests and the host sat down.

Zhong Yao handed over a document, and said solemnly: "Prime Minister, Xingcao's case has been closed. Is it from the Shangshutai to ask His Majesty to finalize the case, or is it to be judged by the Tingwei Mansion?"

Yang Biao turned it over and looked at it. The case was very simple. Empress Dowager He, Liu Xie, Fu Wan, Cai Yong and others were all left out, and Wang Yun was also charged with "forming a party for personal gain, corrupting lawlessness, presuming holy intentions, and plotting against the law." 'wait.

' Sima Jun knows how to be a man. '

Yang Biao muttered something in his heart, and then looked dignified and self-conscious, and said: "Your Majesty cannot touch this matter, I will ask for an order, and it will be judged by the Tingwei Mansion, and the Xingcao and Yushitai will be jurors."

Zhong Yao raised his hand and said, "The next official takes orders."

Yang Biao looked at Zhong Yao, a smile suddenly appeared on his majestic face, and he said, "Okay, now that the business is over, Yuan Chang doesn't have to be too restrained, just drink tea."

Zhong Yao was caught off guard, and Yang Biao suddenly called out the word Biao.

Knowing that Yang Biao had something in mind, Zhong Yao remained expressionless, and said, "Prime Minister, there are many affairs in the Tingwei's Mansion, and Wang Yun's case needs to be decided as soon as possible, I'm down..."

Yang Biao waved his hand suddenly, and said: "It's getting late, don't be in a hurry. That's right, Yuan Chang is Liu Gong's disciple. Liu Gong served a lot in defending Xianbei and Wuhuan outside Youzhou, and put down the rebellion in Neizhou. I plan to How do you feel about recommending him as Zuo Servant?"

Zhong Yao's usual serious face couldn't help but move, and he was even more surprised.

He hasn't even thought about it that far, Yang Biao has already started to plan?
Zhong Yao hurriedly said: "Prime Minister, it's a very important matter to shoot from left to right, and the case of Wang Yun has not yet been settled, is it too hasty?"

Yang Biao smiled slightly, and said: "I just have this idea. I want to ask Mr. Liu if he intends to return to Beijing through Yuanchang. In addition, before recommending him, I will find out His Majesty's intentions. Don't worry about Yuanchang."

With this short period of time, Zhong Yao made quick calculations and found that Liu Yu's entry to Beijing was indeed a good option.

"This matter must be reported to His Majesty first, and then ask for Liu Gong's will." Zhong Yao said.

He couldn't promise Yang Biao.

Wang Yunmou's decision to establish the crown prince has not yet been finalized, and they are anxious to make a decision on Zuo Pushe, what will the palace think?
"Naturally,"

Yang Biao said with a smile: "The old man knows how to measure it, so don't worry about Yuan Chang. Among the six Cao Cao, there are still vacancies for soldiers Cao, does Yuan Chang have any interest?"

Regarding himself, Zhong Yao was very calm, and said: "Back to the prime minister, there are many complicated things in the Tingwei's mansion, and the official is just starting, so I don't have any distractions for the time being."

"Okay, okay." Yang Biao smiled and picked up the teacup without any embarrassment of being rejected.

Anyway, if the favor is sold, it will be considered a guarantee of withdrawal in the future.

Yang Biao was polite again before sending Zhong Yao away.

Watching Zhong Yao walk around the garden, Wang Lang came to Yang Biao's side and said, "Judging from Zhong Yao's reaction, His Majesty should not have discussed with the Yingchuan Party."

Yang Biao put his hands behind his back, and with a big belly, he said, "So it may not be Liu Yu? Zhu Jun?"

Wang Lang thought for a while and said, "From the court bureau, it should be one of them."

"Could it be Liu Hong?" Yang Biao said.

Wang Lang shook his head and said: "No. Although Liu Gong was not involved in the case at the beginning, but he and Ding Gong are too close, it is impossible to return to the court in this lifetime."

Yang Biao looked at Daxue and said to himself: "Auspicious snow heralds a good year, why do I feel more and more cold."

(End of this chapter)