Han family achievements

Chapter 390 Poison Scheme

The ninth day of the first lunar month of the first year of Jian'an.

According to regulations, this is the last day off before the start of the dynasty.

Wang Lang arrived early, sitting in the check-in room, handling the backlog.

When Tingwei arrived, the young ministers and others did not dare to continue their vacation. Compared with other official temples that were still deserted, Tingwei's Mansion seemed quite busy.

Shaocheng Zhang Hong sat opposite Wang Lang and said: "Tingwei, this year's plan is a bit serious. The four prefectures of Bing, Sili, Yan and Ji need more than 800 people and more than 80,000 yuan of money. The key is that the local As the prefect, the county magistrate is very resistant, and it will be very difficult to build a temple and gain a foothold."

It was no longer Wang Lang's first day in office. He said: "I will personally communicate with the state pastors of each state about this, and the Shangshutai will not sit back and watch. The biggest pressure is people, money and food. People, I will find a way, money, We can also raise a part of it, but it’s far from enough…”

Eighty thousand yuan may not seem like much, but for the current court, it is also a large number, and it is not easy to come up with.

In particular, the relationship between Wang Lang and Shangshutai has obviously cracked. It can be expected that it will not be easy to get money.

Zhang Hong also felt great pressure and said: "Tingwei, I heard the news that Hu Cao suddenly received two hundred million yuan, and next year he will make up for the arrears of official salary in one go."

Wang Lang's expression moved slightly and he said, "Where did you get the news? Is it accurate?"

Two hundred million is a large amount of money. If this is divided, the Tingwei Mansion can also get a lot.

Zhang Hongdao: "The report from Hucao is not accurate yet, but it cannot be false."

Wang Lang was already excited, thinking about how to get a share of the 200,000 yuan.

As long as you have money, nothing is difficult!

"Tingwei, Tingwei!"

Shi, who was on duty at Wang Lang's house, hurried in and shouted nervously: "Tingwei, it's not good. Cao Sima's servant suddenly came to Tingwei to play the drum, and accused Cao Cao of corruption and perversion of the law. He also took the account book as evidence. Cao Sima Seal!"

Zhang Hong's expression suddenly changed and he looked at Wang Lang in surprise.

Wang Lang was unhurried, as if he had already thought of something in his mind, and sneered: "Did the Yingchuan Party attack me? This kind of framing and provocation is quite despicable!"

Zhang Hong did not dare to be careless and said quickly: "Tingwei, you must not underestimate him. Cao Sima is a person whom His Majesty trusts and he is also a thorn in the side of the Yingchuan Party. If he is not good, Tingwei will be the unlucky one!"

Wang Lang sneered more and more, with confidence in his sneer, and said: "You know, I know, the Yingchuan Party also knows, why do you still do it? Corruption is nothing, how many of the big men are clean? This kind of thing , it’s nothing more than letting it go!”

Zhang Hong was startled for a moment and said: "Tingwei, what does this... mean?"

Wang Lang didn't mention it anymore. He twitched his ears, as if he heard the sound of drums outside, and said lightly: "It's nothing. Go there in person. Remember, once you do it strictly, if you have evidence, you must confirm it and verify it carefully. You can't Any mistakes."

Zhang Hong was completely confused and said: "Tingwei, this is a trap, and it is Cao Cao. If the trouble becomes too big, not only will Shangshutai cause trouble for Tingwei, but His Majesty will also unleash the wrath of thunder..."

Wang Lang became a little anxious and urged: "Can I know better than you? Okay, I have my own plan, let's go."

Seeing what Wang Lang said, Zhang Hong could only stand up hesitantly and go to deal with it.

Wang Lang waited for him to leave, then picked up the tea cup leisurely, took a sip, and sneered: "It's really clumsy..."

When Zhang Hong arrived at the front hall, he saw an honest man in his early forties, sitting upright and expressionlessly checking the account books and the recorded confession. He slammed the table, stared and shouted: "You are in Cao Jun's thirties." It has been many years, but now I am suing, it is a serious crime for a slave to sue his master, you know!"

The man trembled all over, knelt on the ground and said: "Young man, your report is based on the truth. According to the rules of the Tingwei Mansion, there should be merit, reward, and reward..."

Zhang Hong stared at his face, seeing if he was cheating, he shouted coldly: "You are smart! But do you know that this little thing is not enough to do anything to Cao Sima. Have you ever thought about how Cao Sima will deal with you afterwards?" !”

The man's shoulders were trembling and he said: "I know, but, but the villain has already discovered it. If you don't report it, you will die..."

Zhang Hong frowned deeply and looked down at the confession and the account book.

Judging from his experience, this matter is simple and clear. Cao Cao is undoubtedly corrupt!

But it is too simple and clear, but it becomes more and more solid. It is the Yingchuan Party who deliberately designed to push Wang Lang into a dilemma.

No matter how things are handled or how they end, Wang Lang and Cao Cao will no longer have any close relationship.

Zhang Hong was deeply worried about the future of Wang Lang and Tingwei Mansion. He asked a few more questions and saw that there were no flaws. After sorting out the files, Zhang Hong came to Wang Lang's room again.

Wang Lang took the file and read it carefully from beginning to end. There was no mistake or omission at all.

Zhang Hong looked worried and said: "Tingwei, this matter is very troublesome. Cao Cao can't touch it and can't suppress it. It's really difficult to handle."

Wang Lang closed the file, smiled broadly, and said, "Well, it's almost the same. Cao Cao is too careless, and this kind of thing can leak out."

Zhang Hong was very confused by Wang Lang's reaction and said: "Tingwei, this case is too difficult, we have to find a way."

Seeing his panic, Wang Lang patted the file and said, "You are right, this case is too difficult. Since it is so difficult... it is better to have fun alone than to have fun together."

"What do you mean by Wei Ting?" Zhang Hong stretched his head and asked curiously.

Wang Lang sorted out the files and put them into the bag. He stood up and looked down at Zhang Hong and said, "Cao Cao is a Sima in the Grand Sima's Mansion. The Tingwei Mansion has no right to question him, and neither does the Grand Sima's Mansion or the Chancellor's Desk."

Zhang Hong's eyes widened in an instant, he stood up hastily and said, "Ting Wei, do you want to bring this case to the imperial court?"

Seeing that Zhang Hong finally understood, Wang Lang said: "That's right. Your Majesty will definitely not try the case in person. Then, it will either be the Yushitai or the three divisions. No matter what, it will not be the case for my family in Tingwei Mansion." thing."

Zhang Hong showed hesitation and said: "Tingwei, it's not with Cao Sima..."

Wang Lang waved his hand and said: "It doesn't matter, it's just a deal."

Zhang Hong suddenly felt relieved, then his thoughts changed, he stepped forward and whispered: "Tingwei, if you want to make a fuss, make it bigger."

At this moment, it was Wang Lang's turn to be confused and said: "Why are you making such a fuss?"

Zhang Hong smiled mysteriously and said: "Tingwei didn't do anything. Tingwei's Mansion conducted the trial step by step. The lower official later revealed that Tingwei's Mansion had no right to hear the trial. He wanted to end the court and report to the palace. At that time, there would be someone in a hurry."

Wang Lang couldn't help but stroke his beard, and said with an appreciative smile: "I have an agreement with Shangshutai. I can recommend someone to be the Minister of Hucao. Do it well."

Zhang Hong was overjoyed and raised his hand and said: "Thank you very much, Lieutenant Ting, for your support. I will never forget you!"

According to the current rank of the Shaocheng of Tingwei Mansion and the Minister of Hucao, they directly stepped from the fourth rank to the third rank. This is not an ordinary promotion!

Wang Lang handed the file back to him and said, "There must be something hidden in this case. You can continue the trial."

"I understand!" Zhang Hong said, "I understand!" He took the file and left Wang Lang's room with brisk steps. Wang Lang stood there, looking through the window in the direction of the Chancellor's Desk, with an indifferent and mocking expression on his face, saying: "You are so clumsy, I really think highly of you!"

Cao Cao's servants played drums in Tingwei's Mansion and complained about Cao Cao's corruption and corruption. The report "accidentally" spread quickly in Luoyang City.

The courtiers of the government and the public who were still resting in court were confused at first, and then some of them became cold and had a premonition that something big had happened!

Prime Minister's House.

Xun Yu was always steady and showed no emotion on his face, but now, he could not hide his anger and looked directly at Zhong Yao.

Zhong Yao also had a serious face, shook his head and said, "I don't know."

"Is it Gongda?" The anger in Xun Yu's words could no longer be suppressed. The palace repeatedly warned not to embarrass Cao Cao and Wang Lang, nor to start a party dispute.

Unexpectedly, before the end of the day, someone would take action against Cao Cao and Wang Lang at the same time!

Zhong Yao was silent for a moment and said: "As rumored, the Tingwei Mansion has no right to try Cao Cao. The servant should go to the Yushitai to file a complaint, not the Tingwei Mansion across the wall."

It was obvious to Zhong Yao that the person who took action wanted to kill two birds with one stone, attack Cao Cao and pull Wang Lang into the water at the same time!

Xun Yu's face twitched again and again as he asked, "Where is Gongda?"

Zhong Yao said: "I asked before coming here. I was inspecting the altar outside the West City."

Xun Yu became more and more certain that it was Xun You, with cold eyes, he said: "No matter who is behind this matter, whether Cao Cao is really corrupt or not, it must be concluded before today, and must not be postponed until tomorrow!"

"I think so,"

Zhong Yao felt a headache and said: "But Wang Lang held the person and did not hand it over to the Yushitai, which shows that he also intends to give it a try. The key now is Wang Lang's attitude."

Xun Yu thought about the embarrassment a year ago and said solemnly: "No matter what he thinks, it will end!"

Zhong Yao's expression changed, and he stood up and said, "I'm going to see Wang Lang. The Prime Minister needs to negotiate with Gongda."

Xun Yu nodded, thinking about how to persuade Xun You.

Xun You was Xun Yu's nephew, and his official position was also under Xun Yu's. But in fact, Xun You was more than ten years older than Xun Yu and entered the official position earlier. Xun Yu was recommended by Xun You. At the same time, Xun You was responsible for the 'Yingchuan Party'. Chuang Zao is the true leader of the Yingchuan Party.

Xun Yu and Xun You had a long-standing rift, which had never been broken. Xun Yu did not want a major conflict or even a breakup with Xun You. That would be more terrifying than Wang Lang jumping out!

Zhong Yao left the Prime Minister's Mansion and went to Tingwei's Mansion.

But when they arrived at Tingwei Mansion, they were told that Wang Lang was not there and was still on vacation.

Zhong Yao then turned his horse's head towards Wang Lang's mansion, only to be informed that Wang Lang had not returned from visiting friends.

After being shut down twice, Zhong Yao was already very clear about Wang Lang's attitude. He thought for a moment and said, "Go to the Yushitai."

In addition to Tingwei's Mansion, there is another department that can resolve the case, which is the Yushitai headed by Liu Xie.

An official of Cao Cao's level happened to be within the scope of the Yushitai's supervision. As long as Liu Xie took over the case forcibly, he could quickly resolve it and avoid the situation from escalating.

When Zhong Yao went to Yushitai, Xun You rushed to Xun You's mansion immediately.

He had a sullen face, anger written all over his face, and said bitterly: "It's not me!"

Xun Yu stared at his face without saying a word.

In the entire city of Luoyang, besides the 'Yingchuan Party', who else dares to take action against Wang Lang? Who has any reason to take action?

Xun You naturally knew this, and was so angry that he lost his mind and roared: "I told you, it wasn't me, someone framed me!"

Xun Yu said in an indifferent tone: "Are you planning to explain it in front of His Majesty like this?"

This is what makes Xun You angry. Everyone will think that he did it, even in the palace, and he still can't defend himself!

Xun You felt that he had never been so angry before. He was being plotted and had no excuse. His chest was about to explode!

He paced back and forth in front of Xun Yu, thinking about many possibilities, but he couldn't find any clues for a long time.

The one who complained was Cao Cao - there were physical evidence and witnesses; the complaint went to Tingwei's Mansion and Wang Lang was dragged into the water.

In the entire city of Luoyang, apart from the 'Yingchuan Party', no one else could be found who dared and could take action against these two people at the same time!

In the Yingchuan Party, Zhong Yao and Xun Yu were not the same.

Then it can only be Xun You.

Xun Yu quietly observed Xun You for a long time, and saw that he was still so angry. It was obvious that he was not pretending, and doubts arose in his heart - could someone really be scheming?

If there really is a third party force, then this method is too cruel.

Putting the 'Yingchuan Party', the 'Former Prime Minister's Party', and Cao Cao, the most powerful military leader, into this - it's scary to think about it.

Xun Yu remained calm, but he still felt that Xun You was the most likely possibility.

Xun You wandered around for a long time, but didn't find anyone who was suspicious. He took a deep breath, suppressed his anger, stared at Xun Yu and said, "I told you, it's not me. If you identify me, you can take my head to answer to His Majesty." Bar!"

"It's not you,"

Xun Yu looked as usual and said calmly, "You are not that stupid."

Xun Yu was awakened by Xun You's last words. As soon as this kind of thing happened, Xun You would be the target of public criticism. It was completely a way to die. Xun You would not do this.

Seeing that he believed it, Xun You hurriedly sat across from him and said expectantly: "Have you thought about who did it?"

Xun Yu shook his head and said: "It doesn't matter who did it. The most important thing now is to calm down this matter before the palace gets angry."

Xun You wanted to kill the murderer behind this incident with a thousand knives, knowing that what Xun Yu said was the key point.

Once the palace believes that Xun You took action against Cao Cao and Wang Lang and ignored his repeated warnings, it would be the crime of deceiving the emperor, and it would definitely be a disaster for Xun You!

"What should we do now?" Xun You's mind was buzzing, and he was panicking. He had completely lost his previous calmness.

Xun Yu had been thinking about this matter for a long time and said: "Yuan Chang is still outside. No matter whether he can talk to Wang Lang or not, we have to take action in many ways. I will try to find a way to meet Da Changqiu later. You go and meet him." Lu Yu, ask him to find out what's going on with Cao Cao. If there is no progress, the three of us will go to see Wang Lang together at noon at the latest."

"What if Wang Lang doesn't obey?" Xun You asked after him. It was a matter of life and fortune, and Xun You could not remain calm no matter what.

A rare ruthless look appeared on Xun Yu's face, and he said: "We can't help him! It won't be good for anyone if this matter continues. Besides, I still have the final say on the Chancery!"

(End of this chapter)