Han family achievements

Chapter 406 Kill the chicken and scare the monkey

The first year of Jian'an, early February.

The governors and governors of the eight states controlled by the imperial court came to Beijing one after another and held meetings at the Shangshutai for many days.

This meeting was secret. Only the Prime Minister of Shangshutai, the left and right servants presided over the meeting, and no outsiders knew about it.

Then came the meeting with the chief officials at all levels of Yushitai, Tingwei Mansion and Liucaojiu Temple, which lasted for half a month.

At the Shangshutai, Xun You is on duty.

He Yong took a sip of tea and said, "Gongda, why don't you see your majesty?"

He Yong was one of the first people promoted by Liu Bian. Like Xun You, he came from General He Jin's mansion and had a close relationship with Xun You.

Xun You shook his head and said, "It's okay if we don't see you, but we won't be so relaxed if we see you."

Even though he said this, Xun You was also confused. The palace was too quiet. He didn't show up for nearly a month. Their requests to see him were blocked by "important matters".

He Yong looked at him and said: "Gongda, Bingzhou... It's actually not bad. There are not that many big families, so there is not much pressure to implement the 'New Deal'. Yanzhou, Jizhou, Yuzhou, Qingzhou, Xuzhou, I'm afraid it won't be easy, right?" "

These five states are the most economically and culturally developed places, and aristocratic families emerge one after another. There are also small families under the big families. Under the layers, a set of already mature governance systems have been built.

The imperial court wanted to regain the power that originally belonged to it, that is, to compete with these noble families. The imperial court had long lost control of these places. Even after years of preparation, it was still like an egg hitting a stone.

The various 'New Deals' that follow are even more conceivable.

Xun You was calm and said: "Eradicating bad governance and reviving the Han Dynasty is a national policy that cannot be blocked by anyone. This time, the imperial court is determined and will resolutely implement it to the end!"

He Yong frowned and said: "Aren't you afraid of causing sudden changes if you just push it?"

Xun You's eyes flashed coldly, and then he said calmly: "The imperial court has more than 20,000 troops stationed in various states, and there are 100,000 elite soldiers in the Forbidden Army camp. Why fear chaos?"

Seeing that Xun You refused to tell the truth, He Yong asked directly: "Can the imperial court withstand it? The national treasury owes more than 500,000,000 yuan, right? Can there be another Qiang rebellion? If the Yellow Turban Rebellion resumes, can the imperial court survive it?" How many years? If the nobles are alienated from the imperial court, how can they support the great Han Dynasty? "

Xun You remained calm, looked directly at He Yong, and said, "These are things they dare not say face to face, so why don't you tell me?"

He Yong did not hide it and said: "Is Xun Pushe really not worried if he dares to be angry and dare not speak out inside and outside the court?"

Xun You subconsciously sat up straight, showing his majesty, and said: "Who are you referring to when you say 'I dare to be angry but dare not speak'?"

The 'who' in Xun You's words was a person who dared to be angry and dare not speak out, both inside and outside the court.

He Yong hesitated for a moment and said: "The 'Thirty-Six Articles on the Administration of Officials' will be promulgated by the Chancellery."

"If you keep your body upright, why should you fear anything?"

Zhong Yao came in from outside the door and said with anger in his tone: "Boqiu, are you the same as Liu Dai and want to be treated with caution?"

He Yong and Zhong Yao are also old friends, but they are not afraid. Watching him sit down, he frowned and said, "Yuan Chang, do you want me to say something against my will? Isn't He not good at it?"

Zhong Yao sat down, with a serious face, and said: "I don't care what you think, your attitude must be consistent with the imperial court. Whatever you say in Luoyang city, you will say it when you get back! If you deceive the superiors and conceal the truth, you will not agree with the imperial court overtly or covertly." I won’t care about the situation when it comes to political confrontation!”

He Yong seemed to be aroused and he snorted coldly: "Liu Dai, Sima Fang, and Liu Yao are all ready to resign, so what if you add me?!"

"is it?"

At this time, Xun Yu heard the sound and stepped into the door, followed by Sima Fang, brothers Liu Dai and Liu Yao.

Sima Fang, Liu Dai, and Liu Yao had almost the same dignified expressions, following Xun Yu into Xun You's room.

Everyone had their own emotions, and after a simple salute, everyone was seated clearly.

He Yong and Xun Yu were both old friends. He took a deep breath, raised his hand, and said: "Prime Minister, I understand the intention of the court. I should follow the great policy of the country. It's just that such a huge plan is controversial. There are so many, how can they be cut down with one knife and no one can distinguish them?”

Xun Yu looked dignified and looked after himself. He seemed not to hear He Yong's words and said, "Come here and write four copies of the ink."

The clerk outside the door responded and left quickly.

Zhong Yao and Xun You looked at each other with confusion in their eyes.

What did Xun Yu need four copies of pen and ink for?
He Yong, Liu Dai, Sima Fang, and Liu Yao were equally puzzled. Aren't they discussing the implementation of the 'New Deal'?

The clerk moved quickly, as if he had been prepared.

The four copies of pen and ink were neatly placed in front of Liu Dai, He Yong, Sima Fang and Liu Yao.

Xun Yu's eyes were cold and he said: "You write now. I will give you my seal and approve it immediately. You don't need to worry. Your Majesty, I will tell you. If there is anything, I will take responsibility for it."

As he spoke, Xun Yu took out the big seal and placed it on the small table in front of him.

Xun You and Zhong Yao's expressions changed immediately, and they immediately regained their composure. Their faces were expressionless, and their eyes sharply scanned the four prefectural pastors and governors present.

He Yong, Liu Dai, Liu Yao, and Sima Fang were also shocked and looked at Xun Yu in disbelief.

Even if they want to resign, Xun Yu doesn't need to do this, right?
Is this anger and betrayal?

He Yong's expression was gloomy. Forget about others, this Xun Yu actually treated him like this?

Does he write or not?
Liu Dai and Sima Fang didn't say anything either. They looked at the pen and ink in front of them with expressions as frozen as ice.

Who wants to resign? The chief official of a state, the official of a border area, that is a real prince, holding great power!

Liu Yao felt the gazes of the three big figures above him, and felt inexplicably cold in his heart. He said with a smile: "Prime Minister, Zhong Pushe, Xun Pushe, Xia Guan, etc. have no intention of forcing the palace. It's just that there are many things in the 'New Deal' This is something that can be discussed. This is just a complaint, so please calm down."

Xun Yu didn't appreciate Liu Yao's efforts to smooth things over and build his own steps. He said solemnly: "I have said both good and bad words, and I believe that I am the most benevolent and righteous person. If someone regards me as Mr. Yang or someone else, then It’s all delusion, but I don’t care about you! Four of you, write and I will find you an official position in Beijing to ensure that you have enough food and clothing to live a long life.”

This is this...

Sima Fang was frightened, this "longevity" has come out, that is, it will be wiped out until the end, and it will never be used again!
Moreover, this level of quarrel will definitely implicate the family!
"Prime Minister,"

Sima Fang raised his hand nervously and said: "The situation in Qingzhou is complicated and it is not appropriate to treat everyone equally. Please treat them differently, and the Prime Minister should be aware of it!"

His father, Sima Jun, was about to die. If he was promoted openly and secretly again, the Sima family would be destroyed!

The two brothers Liu Dai and Liu Yao looked at each other and clearly saw the solemnity and uneasiness in each other's eyes.

It was hard for the two brothers to get to this position. It was the time to show off their ambitions and carry forward the lintel of their family. The great future was not far away, so how could they be willing to live out their lives?

"Prime Minister..." The two brothers raised their hands almost at the same time and said to Xun Yu.

"Write!" Xun Yu interrupted them, his expression both angry and intimidating.

"I'll write it!"

He Yong seemed to be irritated. He picked up the pen directly, rolled up his sleeves and was about to write.

This action attracted everyone's attention.

Sima Fang, Liu Dai, and Liu Yao were on pins and needles. He Yong had written this. What should they do?
Don't you want to write? After being harassed to this extent, would it be a loss of face not to write? Write, are their great futures so inexplicably ruined?

Xun You was angry that He Yong made him look bad like this, but at the same time he couldn't bear the departure of his old friend. When he was about to speak, he was stopped by Zhong Yao's eyes.

Xun You turned to look at Xun Yu, his eyes filled with inquiry.

Xun Yu didn't say anything at all. He opened the box, took out the seal, and started to wet it with mud.

Seeing this scene, Sima Fang, Liu Dai, and Liu Yao were all stunned.

Is this really the time?

Is Xun Yu so decisive? These are the four state pastors and governors, accounting for half of the eight states controlled by the imperial court!
Four people resigned at once. How could Prime Minister Xun Yu explain to the palace?
Also, these four people resigned because they were dissatisfied with the "New Deal". How can the "New Deal" be implemented? What will be the reaction from the four states?
Xun Yu, can you afford such a big consequence?
"Take it!" After He Yong finished writing, he threw it directly to Xun Yu without paying attention to the ink marks. He then stood up, untied the jade pendant, threw it to Xun Yu, and said mockingly: "I wish the prime minister a prosperous official career and a name that will go down in history. The lower officials are incompetent and stupid, so I bow to you here. Don't!"

"and many more."

Xun Yu took it and examined it carefully.

He Yong snorted coldly and stood still.

Sima Fang, Liu Dai, and Liu Yao stared at Xun Yu closely, waiting for Xun Yu's reaction without daring to breathe.

Not only them, Xun You was also uneasy, not knowing what Xun Yu was going to do.

These are the chief officials of the Four Prefectures. If they resign together, the palace will never agree!

At the same time, it will be a huge setback for them and will shake their position!

咚

Xun Yu picked up the seal and put it directly on it.

"You!" He Yong's eyes widened and he pointed at him angrily and said, "Okay, okay, you are worthy of being the Prime Minister. I'd like to see how you explain it to His Majesty!"

Sima Fang, Liu Dai, and Liu Yao felt cold all over and their hearts beat with fear.

Is He Yong's resignation approved?

Is it their turn? what to do? The pen and ink are right in front of you, do you want to write?

If you write this, your future will be ruined and it will never be used again!

Xun You's brows moved. Before he could soften his words, Xu Yan came in from the door.

He bowed his head with a restrained look on his face and came to Xun Yu. He carefully took out a jade seal and handed it to Xun Yu.

Imperial jade seal!

Zhong Yao and Xun You were very surprised. This was actually a jade seal!

At the same time, they also understood that this was not an act of anger by Xun Yu, but had been planned and approved by the palace!

He Yong naturally recognized the jade seal. When he saw Xun Yu holding it up and gently sealing his resignation letter, he felt that his heart felt empty for a moment. He had lost his spirit and was on the verge of collapse.

He is not afraid of offending Xun Yu, nor is he afraid of offending the 'Yingchuan Party', but he is afraid of His Majesty in the palace!
Once this jade seal is sealed, it will not be 'temporary resignation', it will be for a lifetime!

咚

There was a soft sound and the cover was closed.

In Xun You's duty room, it was so quiet that you could hear a needle drop, and there was no sound at all.

If anything, it was a chill, icy to the bone, that hit He Yong, Sima Fang, Liu Dai, and Liu Yao.

Xun Yu folded up He Yong's resignation document, looked at him, and said, "You are temporarily living in Honglu Temple. You are not allowed to leave without the permission of the Prime Minister, and you are not allowed to associate with anyone. Come here!"

Four guards walked in from the door, holding sabers in their hands.

"Send He Yong to Honglu Temple." Xun Yu's tone was calm and calm.

"Follow your orders!" The four guards stepped forward and directly carried He Yong, who was still stunned, out.

Neither Xun You nor Zhong Yao expected that Xun Yu would be so decisive, then their men, especially He Yong, would take the first stab!

He Yong was the first person to defect to the present, and he was the most important local member of their "Yingchuan Party", bar none!

However, he was forced to resign due to Xun Yu's tough attitude.

Xun You was shocked and angry, but on this occasion, he still endured it and did not have an attack.

Zhong Yao had a serious face and had no time to take care of his old friend. He kept his eyes on the remaining three people.

Removing He Yong will have little impact, but will help establish the prestige of Shangshutai.

But to remove four people at once would not be to establish authority, but to arouse public outrage.

Xun Yu placed the jade seal in front of him, raised his head and landed directly on Sima Fang, saying: "Qingzhou Mu."

Sima Fang was startled and woke up. His mouth was dry and he couldn't say a word.

He is Qingzhou Mu, with a high and powerful position. He is the "prosperous second generation" of the Sima family and the most important second generation.

If Sima Fang is dismissed from office at this time, he may directly send away his dying father Sima Jun, and at the same time send the three generations of the Sima family, Sima Lang, Sima Yi and others who have already shown their prominence, back to their hometown.

Given the age of His Majesty in the palace, perhaps Sima Jun will gradually decline and disappear without a trace in the next few decades!
Under Xun Yu's cold and scorching gaze, Sima Fang raised his hand with difficulty and said solemnly: "I just have some different thoughts and have no intention of resigning. Please tell me, Prime Minister."

Although it is shameless to say this, compared to his face, the future of the Sima family is the most important!
Xun Yu looked at Sima Fang in silence for a while, then turned to brothers Liu Dai and Liu Yao.

These two are relatives of the royal family. Liu Dai has made great achievements in suppressing Qiao Mao and other rebellions and in implementing the "New Deal" in recent years, and has been repeatedly praised by the government and the public.

Zhong Yao was a little worse, but he was quite determined in annihilating Dong Zhuo. He was recognized by the world as a "loyal and unyielding man", and his reputation was even higher than that of Liu Dai.

The two brothers faced Xun Yu's gaze, silent oppression, pressure like a mountain, and heartbeats like drums.

Now, as long as they say one more word or even a bad look, the young prime minister can force them to "live their old age" in Honglu Temple just like forcing He Yong to resign!
Seeing that Xun Yu did not force the three of them like He Yong, Zhong Yao understood instantly, sat up straight, with a serious face, and said in a deep voice: "You must not discuss the important affairs of the imperial court! You two must maintain absolute agreement with the imperial court! This is what I said, and this is what you heard. I also hope that you will listen to it. The words can be changed, and the content cannot be deviated in any way!"

Liu Dai's face twitched fiercely again and again, he raised his hand and said: "I will take your orders!"

Liu Yao immediately answered: "I will accept your order!"

Seeing this, Xu Yan silently stepped forward and took the jade seal away.

He watched with cold eyes and saw clearly.

The prime minister and Zuo Pushe sang together and had the Liu brothers under control.

(End of this chapter)