Han family achievements

Chapter 272 Liu Yu returns to Luoyang

In the fifth year of Yonghan, early March.

Liu Yu rushed to Luoyang City in a hurry, and his former subordinate Zhong Yao personally welcomed him into the city.

Liu Yu looked older than a few years ago, with a weathered complexion and tired eyes.

In the carriage, Zhong Yao looked at Liu Yu and said with a smile: "When Mr. Liu returns to Beijing this time, he no longer has to go to Youzhou."

Liu Yu didn't know if it was because he was tired or for whatever reason. He just nodded calmly and did not speak.

Although the decree only called him to come to Beijing, he also knew in his heart that he was probably employed elsewhere and would not return to Youzhou again.

In the past few years in Youzhou, Liu Yu worked hard not only to quell various rebellions within Youzhou, but more importantly, to deal with Wuhuan, Xianbei, Xiongnu, etc., to appease them, resist them, and ensure that the foreign tribes would not cause chaos. Involving the energy of the court.

The government and the public have a very good opinion of Liu Yu, especially for appeasing Wuhuan and Xianbei. In recent years, although there have been occasional minor wars, the court basically does not have to worry about it, and peace has become peaceful both inside and outside Youzhou.

Zhong Yao had a very good relationship with Liu Yu and was not reserved. He said, "Mr. Liu, you must be careful what you say when you enter the palace later."

Liu Yu said: "What are you referring to?"

Zhong Yao hesitated for a moment and said: "As for the Wuhuan, Xianbei, Xiongnu, etc., Liu Gong also wants to give His Majesty peace of mind. Regarding the banditry in the territory and the next Youzhou Shepherd, Liu Gong also wants to follow His Majesty's advice. As for the 'New Deal' Question, Mr. Liu, please be careful."

Liu Yu's eyes were tired and he said thoughtfully: "It seems that the situation in the court is more complicated than I expected."

In front of Liu Yu, Zhong Yao did not hide anything and nodded: "Liu Gong knows your Majesty's temper. Now is not the time to conquer beyond the Great Wall. And the 'New Deal' is advancing slowly, and Your Majesty has long been dissatisfied. The root cause of this change of phase is It lies in this.”

Liu Yu understood and said, "What do you want me to say?"

Zhong Yao listened to Liu Yu saying 'you', with a serious and solemn expression, and said: "Mr. Liu, there is no 'Yingchuan Party' in the court. We have not formed a party. I would like to ask Mr. Liu to learn from this."

Liu Yu stared at him for a while and said, "I hope what you said is true."

Zhong Yao's face was as firm as iron, and he said: "Everything you say is true!"

"What do you want me to say?" Liu Yu asked again without dwelling on the Yingchuan Party.

Looking at Liu Yu's expressionless face, Zhong Yao sighed softly in his heart, without explaining too much, and said: "Liu Gong, those foreign races are not a threat for the time being. The threat of the Han Dynasty is not outside. And the imperial court's The 'New Deal' is the key to rejuvenating the Han Dynasty. Your Majesty is very dissatisfied with the slow progress of the 'New Deal' and has many doubts about the courtiers. I would like to ask Mr. Liu to strengthen your Majesty's confidence. Harmony between the monarch and his ministers is the top priority!"

Liu Yu thought for a long time, looked at Zhong Yao, and said, "You said, His Majesty is suspicious of you?"

Zhong Yao did not lie in front of Liu Yu and said directly: "Yes. Your Majesty has been secretly investigating issues related to the 'New Deal' since last year, and has also placed people in our house to monitor our every move. "

Liu Yu couldn't help but frown and said to himself: "Is it to this extent?"

Zhong Yao became more solemn and said: "Mr. Liu, I guess that after the phase change, His Majesty may go all out to promote the 'New Deal'. By then, many problems will inevitably arise, and Mr. Liu will be needed to help prevent the situation from getting out of control."

Liu Yu could sense the taste, stared at Zhong Yao, and said, "Is what your Majesty did too ridiculous, or are you plotting something that might be exposed?"

Zhong Yao's face darkened and he said: "Mr. Liu, there really is no so-called 'Yingchuan Party'. The 'New Deal' has been advanced so far. The fundamental problem is that the court's control over local areas is too weak and it takes time to rectify it. Your Majesty is too eager." , I am worried that it will cause local backlash and the Yellow Turban Rebellion will happen again, and the consequences will be disastrous."

Liu Yu couldn't see anything from Zhong Yao's face. He moved his body tiredly and half-closed his eyes, as if he wanted to rest.

Zhong Yao knew that Liu Yu was suspicious of him, so he still said: "Mr. Liu, there are too many bad policies in the court, which are hard to come back. It takes time to adjust. You can't rush for quick success, otherwise it will be counterproductive. The country of Han Dynasty is in danger!"

Liu Yu seemed not to hear it and continued to doze off in the rickety carriage.

Zhong Yao sighed inwardly and was about to continue speaking when the carriage suddenly stopped. The driver turned around and said, "Master, master, the prime minister is here." Liu Yu opened his eyes suddenly, straightened his clothes, stood up and got out of the carriage. .

Standing on the carriage, Liu Yu saw Yang Biao, who was more than twice as fat as a few years ago, with a big belly and a smile on his face.

He was alone, standing not far from the horse's head.

Liu Yu thought for a moment, got out of the carriage quickly, raised his hand and said, "I have seen the Prime Minister."

Yang Biao glanced at Zhong Yao, who came out later, stretched out his hand, pulled Liu Yu over, and whispered: "There is no need to be polite on the street. Bo'an, I have something to tell you."

Bo'an, Liu Yu's character.

Liu Yu responded and followed Yang Biao towards the teahouse not far away. Zhong Yao wanted to follow but was stopped by a servant.

Zhong Yao's eyes flashed with worry, and he couldn't figure out what Yang Biao was going to say to Liu Yu.

Yang Biao took Liu Yu into the teahouse. After sitting across from each other, he couldn't wait to say: "Bo'an, what did Zhong Pushe say to you?"

Liu Yu looked at Yang Biao and said, "I am very curious about the court situation."

When Yang Biao heard this, his fat face trembled and he said: "That's all, I won't ask any more questions. I have three things, and I would like to ask Bo'an to help me."

The friendship between Liu Yu and Yang Biao was not deep, but Yang Biao's straight-to-the-point "help" made him even more confused about the situation in the DPRK.

"Prime Minister, please speak." Liu Yu said without changing his expression.

"the first thing,"

Yang Biao's fat face was majestic and his tone was sincere, and he said: "I also ask Bo'an to treat his colleagues well after entering the court and never build a large prison."

Liu Yu was unaware of this. He had no political opponents, and he would not be like those people who fought with parties in the past. He was either me or the enemy.

Seeing that Liu Yu remained silent, Yang Biao said: "The second thing is, don't anger your Majesty. The state affairs are tied to your Majesty. Your Majesty is still young and impulsive. Once you are angered, no one knows what will happen."

Liu Yu was silent and just looked at Yang Biao.He watched Liu Bian succeed to the throne, and also watched how the eunuchs, He Jin and others disappeared. The murders and the falling heads still made Liu Yu feel lingering fear.

Yang Biao waited for a while and then began to ponder again, with hesitation written all over his face.

Liu Yu said nothing and waited quietly.

After a while, Yang Biao sighed softly and said: "The third thing is, after Bo'an enters the court, please don't bring up the old things again."

Liu Yu's expression moved slightly, and he clearly understood the 'old things' in Yang Biao's words.

These 'old things' are not only the many major events since Liu Bian's succession to the throne, but can also be traced back to the eunuchs and the party disputes between the eunuchs and relatives during the reign of Emperor Ling. Once they are seriously investigated, it is unknown how big the turmoil will be, and the court will never have peace.

Yang Biao looked at Liu Yu's expression, took a deep breath, raised his hand, and said, "Please Bo'an agree."

Liu Yu did not respond to Yang Biao's gift and said calmly: "Prime Minister, I can't agree to anything from you."

Yang Biao was startled for a moment, then he sighed and said with a wry smile: "It's hard for me to give Bo peace."

(End of this chapter)