Han family achievements

Chapter 392 Heartbroken

Yang Mansion, back hall.

Wang Lang left Tingwei's Mansion and did not go back to his mansion. Instead, he came to Yang Mansion.

He thought that no one would think that he was hiding here.

Yang Xiu respectfully prepared some preparations for Wang Lang, then sat across from him and asked doubtfully: "Teacher, why are you hiding here from the students?"

Yang Biao returned to Hongnong, and when Yang Xiu came of age, he naturally inherited the former Prime Minister's Mansion and became the master from the young master.

Wang Lang drank tea leisurely and said with a smile: "I haven't tested your knowledge in the past few years. I have free time today to see if you have made great progress."

Yang Xiu was not worried about this. He was already confident, so he said softly: "Teacher, must... continue like this?"

Wang Lang's smile remained unchanged, he put down the teacup and said, "What? Are you scared?"

The 'Yingchuan Party' was so powerful that it occupied most of the imperial court and controlled the promotion and transfer of almost everyone.

Who in both the government and the public is not afraid of the Yingchuan Party?

Yang Xiu shook his head and said, "Teacher, the students think this matter is quite suspicious."

Wang Lang originally wanted to have a good chat with Yang Xiu, but when he saw that he was determined to do this, he touched his beard and said, "Are you saying that the Yingchuan Party's method is too clumsy?"

Seeing that Wang Lang saw it, Yang Xiu quickly said: "The student thought it was not just clumsy, but a trap for himself. It is so unreasonable and is tantamount to dementia."

Wang Lang nodded slightly, looked at Yang Xiu with some relief, and said, "You can see this, which means that you have really made progress. Mr. Yang's return home is a last resort. In the future, the Yang family will need you to stand up."

Wang Lang's meaning is very simple. The fourth and third generations of the Yang family are a great family. The next generation must rely on Yang Xiu to carry the banner and make a difference in the court.

Yang Xiu knew that he was not as good as his father, so he was silent for a while and said, "What is the teacher's plan for this matter, and how will it end?"

Wang Lang stroked his beard, smiled suddenly, and said: "None of us want to cause trouble in front of the emperor, and no one wants to bear His Majesty's wrath, but if we want to end it, it depends on the attitude of the Yingchuan Party. If they are determined to trap me, Then I don’t mind taking the lawsuit to the imperial court!”

Yang Xiu disagreed with this lose-lose approach, and knew that the initiative was not in their hands. He thought about it and said, "Teacher, the students visited Cai Gong's mansion two days ago."

Wang Lang knew what he meant, shook his head and said: "It's useless for others to talk about peace. We have to talk to the Yingchuan Party face to face. If we can reach an agreement, we'll let it go. If we can't negotiate, it's nothing more than resigning and returning home. What the Yingchuan Party did Such clumsiness is too much, and the world's aristocratic families, especially His Majesty, will not tolerate them for too long."

Seeing Wang Lang's firm attitude, Yang Xiu couldn't persuade him any more and said, "The student asked someone to prepare some food. It's been a long time since I asked the teacher for help in person."

Wang Lang's smile became more natural, he nodded and said, "Very good."

Not long after, some small drinks and dishes were placed on the small table, but neither of them ate them. Instead, they started to ask and answer questions, and really began to test their school knowledge.

When the teachers and students Wang Lang and Yang Xiu were in class, the servant suddenly came to report: "Master, Mr. Wang, your right servant Xun You is here."

Wang Lang's expression changed slightly and he said, "How does he know I'm here?"

Yang Xiu was calm and calm, and said to Wang Lang: "Teacher, I believe they will know when you leave the Tingwei Mansion."

Wang Lang quickly regained his composure, snorted coldly, and said: "They did a good job. Missing!"

Yang Xiu hurriedly said: "Teacher, Xun Pushe has found this place and we have to see him."

Xun You found the door in person. If Wang Lang refused to see him, the two sides would not be fighting openly and secretly, but would be fighting to the death.

Wang Lang also realized it, suppressed his anger, thought for a moment, and said: "Invite him to the front hall. Dezu, don't come forward, I will go see him."

"Okay." Yang Xiu did not refute. There were some things that they needed to 'discuss in secret' without the presence of a third person.

Wang Lang stood up, straightened his clothes, and walked to the front hall expressionlessly.

Xun You was already in the front hall now, looking at the rather simple hall.

It can be said that the Yang family and the Yuan family are both the fourth generation and the third prince, with great prestige in the world, and they are quite similar in their behavior styles. Although their families have great wealth, their mansions and houses are as frugal as those of poor families.

When Wang Lang came to the side door, he saw Xun You looking at the paintings on the wall casually, with his hands behind his back.

Wang Lang was silent for a while, then came out and said calmly: "Xun Pushe is really a little leisurely and came to Yang Gong's residence to see paintings."

Xun You turned around, looked at Wang Lang, and suddenly smiled and said: "I heard that Mr. Yang recently published a memorial. Does Mr. Yang have the intention of recovering?"

With Yang Biao's prestige, if he really wants to give, I don't know how many people will have to help. Even if they can't come, it will cause huge pressure and trouble to the 'Yingchuan Party'.

When Wang Lang heard this, his face did not change and he said calmly: "Mr. Yang is already a wandering cloud and a wild crane. Xun Pushe is too worried."

Since Xun You left the palace, he has lost his previous panic. Instead, he has become calmer and his thoughts are quick. He said: "Mr. Yang has great prestige. If he wants to revive, I will support him."

Wang Lang sneered in his heart, knowing that Xun You was preparing to bid. He sat down directly, straightened his clothes and said, "Mr. Yang has no intention, Xun Pushe doesn't need to worry."

Xun You calmly sat down opposite him and said, "It's such a pity."

Wang Lang poured tea by himself and did not answer the call.

Xun You waited for him to pour the tea, and then said: "It's a pity that Mr. Yang doesn't come back. This matter of Cao Cao is really strange. What does Wang Tingwei think?"

Wang Lang's expression remained unchanged, he blew on the tea gently and said, "Does Xun Pushe think something is strange?"

Xun You sat still and said: "The person who came up with this plan has evil thoughts and sinister intentions. We must be on guard against it."

Wang Lang took a sip of tea and said: "Xun Pushe, I think the officials should be careful about the little things, but as courtiers, we must take state affairs as our top priority."

Xun You responded solemnly and said: "Wang Tingwei is right. Tingwei's Mansion has a great responsibility. Regarding the promotion of Tingwei's Mansion to the same level as Yushitai, Shangshutai has no objection from the beginning to the end."

A look of surprise appeared on Wang Lang's serious face, and then he said in a flash: "These are the powers and responsibilities of the Shangshutai. The lower officials have no right to ask more questions. However, the Tingwei Mansion is expanding rapidly. In terms of officials, big and small, as well as the necessary money and food, Come on, please raise your hands a lot at the chancellery."

Xun You hummed, pretending to be deep in thought, and said: "Wang Tingwei can give me a list, and the officials and officials will consider it as soon as possible after the start of the court. As for money and food, Shangshutai and Hucao have already made a plan to allocate money to them in the next three years. The amount of money and food given to Tingwei Mansion shall not be less than one hundred thousand yuan."

One hundred million in three years, more than 30 million every year!

You know, the current annual taxes of the Han Dynasty are only about one hundred million!

Wang Lang's eyes became wary and he said calmly: "Does Xun Pushe really mean what he said?"

Xun You smiled slightly and said: "These are drawn up by the minister's desk, and they will be presented to your majesty at the beginning of the court. They cannot be faked."

Wang Lang stared at Xun You, trying to judge the truth of Xun You's words from his face.

Wang Lang didn't see anything.

Wang Lang was shocked and confused. The price Xun You offered was indeed very high, far higher than he expected!

Elevate Tingwei's Mansion to the same level as Yushitai, and Yushitai is at the same level as Shangshutai in terms of regulation. In other words, Tingwei's Mansion will be juxtaposed with Shangshutai, Yushitai, and Da Sima's Mansion. The top four institutions!

And Xun You was quite generous with the budget of Tingwei Mansion without any hesitation.

This made Wang Lang begin to wonder if this was Xun You's delaying strategy, and he would settle the score once this time passed.

"The tea is good."

Xun You turned a blind eye to the suspicion on Wang Lang's face, took another sip of tea, stood up and left without any hesitation.

Wang Lang watched his back and gradually calmed down. "teacher,"

After Xun You had gone far, Yang Xiucai came out, sat opposite Wang Lang, and said, "Are Xun Pushe's words credible?"

"Believable."

Wang Lang looked thoughtful and said: "In his position, the simpler the words, the more credible they are. What I am wondering is whether he and the Yingchuan Party have other plans."

This was the first time Yang Xiu felt the real danger of the court situation, and he did not dare to say more for fear of interrupting Wang Lang's thoughts.

Wang Lang thought for a long time, nodded slightly, looked directly at Yang Xiu, and said, "Who do you think is plotting against us?"

Obviously, Wang Lang was convinced that Cao Cao's incident was not the work of Xun You and the Yingchuan Party. There was a third force, unknown to them, that secretly planned this in the dark.

Yang Xiu said bluntly: "The students have been thinking about it for a long time and haven't figured it out yet."

The current situation of the Han Dynasty is quite 'clean' compared to that of Emperor Ling. People in both the government and the public are above water, and there is no such smoky atmosphere.

Wang Lang couldn't figure it out either. He pondered for a long time and said, "This person's methods are very vicious. You must be careful at the Chancellor's desk and don't make any mistakes."

Yang Xiu responded, and then said: "Teacher, how should we deal with Cao Cao's case? He is your majesty's most important person, and he is also the chief minister-designate, so he must take every precaution."

Wang Lang obviously had a countermeasure, and said casually: "It's just a servant complaining about corruption. No matter if the servant retorts, orders Cao Cao to return, or fines him some money, who will investigate it deeply?"

If it were the past, the 'Yingchuan Party' would definitely pursue and fight fiercely and would not let Cao Cao off easily.

But at this time, everyone wanted to calm down the situation as soon as possible without irritating the palace. Therefore, Wang Lang clearly predicted that the matter would be tacitly revealed both inside and outside the court, as if it had never happened.

Yang Xiu is also an extremely smart person and said: "Teacher, don't you want Yushitai? You might as well give it."

Wang Lang had already thought about it all, and he hummed and said, "I always feel that something is wrong. You should pay more attention."

Seeing that the matter was finally resolved, Yang Xiu relaxed and smiled.

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Xun You left the Yang Mansion, got on the carriage, and said to Xun Yu above, "Wang Lang agreed."

Xun Yu nodded slightly with a tense expression.

Since Wang Lang agreed to reconcile, he avoided the worst outcome, and the back-up plan he arranged was no longer needed.

Xun You sat next to Xun Yu. After the carriage drove a certain distance, his expression became gloomy and he said, "I'm really curious about who has such a big appetite and can catch us all in one move and count them all in!"

Xun Yu's eyes showed curiosity and he said to himself: "I have been thinking about it for a long time, and I vaguely feel that something is wrong, but I can't figure it out."

Xun You's eyes flashed with cold murderous intent, and he said: "Don't worry. After today, I have plenty of time to check it out slowly!"

Xun Yu looked at him and said, "Pay attention to the palace, it's too quiet."

Xun You looked solemn and said, "I know."

The incident involving Cao Cao had been happening for so long, and there was no news in the palace. They entered the palace and found no news.

After all, what really made them uneasy was not Wang Lang at all, but His Majesty in the palace!

The carriage left the Yang Mansion, passed through the Zhuque Gate, and turned to the officials on Yu Street.

And it was indeed quiet in the palace.

Shi Zhonglu.

In front of Liu Bian stood four little guys, Liu Shao, Liu Yu, He Yan and Cao Pi.

They were all in their fifth, sixth or seventh year, with tiger-like heads and thick brains, all staring at Liu Bian who was grading papers.

Liu Bian read the test papers of the four people one by one and was very surprised.

Among the four children, He Yan has the most neat handwriting, the neatest case files, and the neatest answers to questions.

Liu Shao, on the other hand, was strict and his handwriting was immature. He wrote what he had learned from his teacher in class.

Liu Yu's handwriting was the most sloppy and slanted, and Liu Bian couldn't even read it for a long time.

What surprised Liu Bian even more was Cao Pi.

The writing is neither bad nor bad, and the answers are clear and precise, but they just seem "unremarkable" without any advantages or disadvantages.

'mediocre. '

Liu Bian gave Cao Pi this evaluation in his heart. He didn't know if it was because he was still young.

"It's all good."

Liu Bian raised his head, looked at the four little guys, and said with a smile: "I'll give you a day off, go out and play."

"Thank you, Father/Your Majesty!"

The four little guys raised their hands almost at the same time, unable to hide the joy in their voices.

Looking at the four children who couldn't wait to run out, Liu Bian also smiled, stretched, stood up, and saw Zhao Yun standing outside the door at some point. He couldn't help but walked over with a smile and said: "Forbidden Army Camp Is the matter settled?"

After Zhao Yun saluted, he said: "Back to Your Majesty, the cleaning is basically completed."

Liu Bian hummed, crossed the threshold, and asked as he walked: "Then Zhang Lu really disappeared?"

Zhao Yun said: "I suspect that he went down the river to Yangzhou."

Liu Bian didn't care about Zhang Lu. He hummed casually and said, "Let the Imperial City Mansion handle it. It's not a big deal."

Only then did Pan Yin dare to speak, stepped forward and whispered: "Your Majesty, it seems that Shangshutai has reached an agreement with Tingwei Mansion."

Liu Bian came out of Shizhonglu, stood on the small bridge, looked at the bright sky outside the palace, chuckled, and said: "If you don't want to live a good life, then don't live it anymore. Give Lu Yu a message, He was asked to draw up an edict, and the general content is that Cao Cao will cut off all the people involved in the title of nobility, Shangshutai, Yushitai, and Tingwei Mansion, and they will be demoted to three levels and retained, and no promotion will be allowed within three years!"

"Yes." Pan Yin responded.

He took small steps back, not daring to make a sound.

This is just a 'preparation' and has not been sent out yet.

But as soon as the news spreads, it will be like a basin of cold ice water, which will drenching the anxious and impetuous people in the court and force them to calm down.

"Your Majesty, it's not good!"

Xu Yan suddenly ran over in a hurry and said: "Your Majesty, there is news from Da Sima's mansion that Da Sima has died of illness!"

(End of this chapter)