Han family achievements

Chapter 407 One goes down and the other goes up
Shangshutai, small conference hall.

Yushitai, Tingwei, Liucao Shangshu, and the other four prefectural pastors headed by Ying Shao all raised their heads in unison and looked at the side door.

Sima Fang walked in first, followed by the brothers Liu Dai and Liu Yao. The three of them looked very bad, like Tie Ning, with panic in their eyes and they did not dare to look at others.

Everyone seemed to have noticed something and looked at each other quietly, but no one spoke.

Zuo Pushe went out one after another, followed by the governors and governors of the four states, then people from the palace, and the prime minister left. This series of changes silently foreshadowed that something big had happened!
This is further confirmed by the expressions of Sima Fang, Liu Dai and Liu Yao!

Sima Yi and Lu Yu knelt on either side of the prime minister's seat, bowing their heads in a respectful manner. In fact, they were listening in all directions and observing with their eyes.

Sima Yi saw his father's expression and felt a thump in his heart. He had a bad premonition and quietly raised his head to look at his grandfather Sima Jun.

Sima Jun hugged the crutch and lowered his head, as if he was asleep. The coughing sound that used to come from time to time is gone now.

Liu Xie, Wang Lang and others all noticed that He Yong did not appear and looked slightly strange.

This Bingzhou shepherd was a close friend of Xun You, the right servant. He came from General Hejin's palace and received the Holy Family together with Xun You. He succeeded Lu Zhi a few years ago and became the Bingzhou shepherd. He took up the banner of implementing the "New Deal" in Bingzhou. .

Bingzhou has always been the place where the "New Deal" has been most vigorously implemented, and it is also the vane of the "New Deal". Many experiences of the "New Deal" come from Bingzhou.

Therefore, He Yong has attracted much attention in the court, and coupled with his relationship as a member of the Yingchuan Party, it has been rumored that it is only a matter of time before he enters the chancellery.

He Yong did not show up.

Liu Xie, Wang Lang and others did not think that He Yong was discussing something secretly with the three people at the Shangshutai. Judging from the expressions of Sima Fang, Liu Dai and Liu Yao, they had a strong premonition of uneasiness.

Wu Jing, Huangfu Jianshou, Chen Gong and others also noticed it and stared intently at the calm side door.

Footsteps sounded, and two figures quickly stepped into everyone's sight.

——Zhong Yao, Xun You.

Zhong Yao always has a serious look, and there is no unnecessary expression on his face.

Xun You, on the other hand, had a stern face, hiding an expression of anger that was difficult to conceal.

The uneasiness in everyone's hearts became stronger, and the small conference hall became quieter. While observing the expressions of Xun You and Zhong Yao, they also kept scanning the side door, waiting for Xun Yu.

Not long after, Xun Yu walked in with a document in his hand, his expression was as usual and his steps were calm.

I don't know why, but when everyone looked at the familiar young prime minister, they suddenly felt an inexplicable feeling of strangeness in their hearts.

This prime minister acts calmly, treats others gently, is taciturn, does things fairly and upright, and is an ordinary person.

No mistakes were made and no outstanding achievements.

Many people even compare him with his predecessor Yang Biao, the "inaction prime minister", thinking that he is just "flattery" and there is no essential difference.

But just at that moment, they suddenly discovered that this young prime minister was a bit strange, and they were not yet familiar with and understood him.

After Xun Yu sat down, he didn't say any polite words. Under the scrutiny of everyone, he walked up to him and said: "He Yong, the pastor of Bingzhou, is not feeling well. He thinks that he cannot take on the important task. He resigns as the pastor of Bingzhou. I have tried to persuade him to stay." , I can only ask for your Majesty’s approval.”

In the small conference room, for an instant, it was so quiet that you could hear a needle drop!

He Yong is the elder of the Yingchuan Party. In terms of status, he is second only to the three people in front of him. He is the representative figure of the Yingchuan Party in the local area. Everyone is waiting for him to return to the capital and become the minister. tower!

Resigning now?
Sima Jun didn't know when he opened his eyes, quietly observed Xun Yu for a while, and then slowly closed them again.

Others were shocked and glanced at Sima Fang, Liu Dai, and Liu Yao, who had a solemn expression. They still didn't understand. Xun Yu's "physical discomfort" was just an excuse. The root cause was He Yong's opposition to the proposal drafted by Shangshutai. The "Political Outline for the Five Years of Jian'an" was dismissed!
"What a cruel blow..." Wu Jing looked on coldly, seeing clearly, and couldn't help but feel frightened.

He guessed that the 'Yingchuan Party' would do something to establish its power, but he never expected that He Yong would be used to do it!

He Yong's dismissal shows that Shangshutai's will is extremely firm and cannot be shaken.

Chen Gong, Huangfu Jianshou and others seemed to have expected it and did not say anything.

Ying Shao and other four prefectural governors and governors looked a little strange, as if they wanted to speak but hesitated, and finally did not answer the question.

Zhong Yao on the side could clearly feel that the previous restless mood in the small conference hall had disappeared, and these colleagues began to show some kind of respectful expression in every move they made.

Not only Zhong Yao noticed, but Xun You looked down from above and saw the expressions and movements of some people, and felt even more angry.

Was He Yong sacrificed in exchange for these people's knowledge?

Xun Yu was always emotionless and sat there as usual, saying: "After discussion at the Shangshu table and your Majesty's approval, Chen Gong, the Yin of Luoyang Prefecture, was transferred to Gongcao Shangshu. On the recommendation of Gongcao Shangshu Wu Jing, the former Luoyang order Zhou Yi Promoted to the governor of Luoyang, Gongcao Shangshu Wu Jing was transferred to Bingzhou Mu."

Chen Gong was startled, he didn't know this yet!

But immediately, he remembered Zuo Li, whom he hadn't seen for a long time.

Last night, he suddenly met Zuo Li at the palace gate, with a strange and inexplicable smile on his white face.

'What does it mean? Chen Gong was secretly surprised, wondering if Zuo Li was involved.

He hates Zuo Li, hates eunuchs, and doesn't want to get involved at all!

Thinking of this, Chen Gong felt disgusted from the bottom of his heart about this appointment.

But he said nothing, now was not the time.

Wu Jing was also startled. He had recommended Zhou Yi, but he was not the governor of Luoyang!

Who is Zhou Yi? Although the Zhou family has also had a good time, as a disciple of the Yuan family, especially when the Yuan family was in power.

But after Yuan's death, Zhou Yi was dismissed from office, and then defected to Cai Yong and Sun Jian, who were closely related to him. In the end, he failed to become an official again and took his son Zhou Yu to travel here and there, wandering around.

In the blink of an eye, Zhou Yi quietly came up and became the governor of Luoyang?

The Luoyang Prefecture Yin is almost equal to the former Sili Xiaowei, and his status in the imperial court is prominent. Some people even compare the Luoyang Prefecture Yin with the Six Cao Shangshu. As long as he is promoted, he will directly point to the Shangshu Desk!
'Did he get involved with Cai Yong again? 'Wu Jing kept guessing in his mind.

A few years ago, Cai Yong offended Liu Bian and suffered a fatal blow to his official career. So far, he can only stay in Dongguan and study books.

But as the nephew's status in the palace rose, Cai Yong's influence silently grew.

It's not impossible if Cai Yong helps from behind!
Huangfu Jianshou, Sima Jun, Wang Lang, Liu Xie and others were also deeply surprised by the appointment of this person. They glanced at Chen Gong and Wu Jing from the corner of their eyes, but in the end they all landed on Wu Jing.

Chen Gong has always been a loner, with no friends or parties, and is single-minded. He is recognized as a "loyal and upright person" and only takes orders from the palace. But Wu Jing was different. This man was the brother-in-law of Sun Jian, the former Marquis of Wucheng, and the uncle of Sun Ce, the current Marquis of Wucheng. He was in Luoyang just to show the court's "benevolence" and was not even a proton.

But Wu Jing was transferred to Bingzhou Mu, and Zhou Yu's father, who had a close relationship with Sun Ce, was promoted to Luoyang Prefecture Yin. The implications that can be understood here become very strong.

The most important point is the sudden rise of the 'Jiangdong forces', which cannot be ignored.

'Did Sun Ce show his loyalty to the court? '

'Or is it that the imperial court wants to elevate Sun Ce's weight and use him to resist Yuan Shao? '

'Then it seems that Sun Quan was called into the palace to accompany His Highness? '

"Any objection?"

Before everyone could think about it, Xun Yu's plain yet majestic voice sounded again.

Under Xun Yu's gaze, Sima Fang, Liu Dai, and Liu Yao immediately raised their hands and said: "I have no objection to the official."

"No one in the rank and file has any objections."

Before the three of them finished speaking, the others suddenly became alert and quickly followed.

The voice was firm, without a trace of hesitation, and lingered in the small conference room for a long time.

Not the same.

The once immature, gentle and tolerant young prime minister finally showed his fangs.

Zhong Yao glanced at Xun You and said: "If colleagues have any other objections to the policies, goals, plans and timetables formulated by the Shangshutai, they can write to the Shangshutai individually. Depending on the situation, the Shangshutai will consider adjustments as appropriate."

The hall was full of people, but no one spoke.

Even He Yong has resigned, how can they object?

This is not some stupid and bad government. Every article of the "New Deal" clearly states "for the country and the people." How can they resist evil, resign in anger, and gain fame?
If you really do this, the Shangshutai or the Yingchuan Party will label you as mediocre and incompetent, afraid of hardship, and abandoning the country and family!
Then your reputation will be ruined and you will become a street rat that everyone shouts about!
Zhong Yao had a panoramic view of everyone's expressions, turned around and raised his hand to Xun Yu, and said: "Prime Minister, everything has been decided. I suggest that starting from the merging of states, we should comprehensively implement the 'New Deal', remove all obstacles, and strive to achieve the goal in three years." Initial goal!”

Xun Yu nodded, his eyes fell on Wu Jing calmly, his tone was iron, and he said: "Wu Shangshu, the people, money, food and soldiers are all ready. Three years, the truth only gives you three years!"

Wu Jing's brain was still in a dazed state. He didn't seem to hear Xun Yu's words clearly, and he just looked at Xun Yu blankly.

From the beginning to the end, Wu Jing had thought about his transfer to Bingzhou Mu, and was thinking about Zhou Yi's rise to power, the impact on his good nephew, and the deep-seated purpose behind the court's move.

"Wu Shangshu, no, Wu Shijun, do you have any objection?" Xun You's cold and angry voice sounded.

Wu Jing was pleasantly surprised and quickly raised his hand and said: "I obey your orders."

Others seemed to understand Wu Jing's gaffe, and seemed tolerant, without taking any pleasure in his misfortune.

Xun Yu hummed and said: "The Prime Minister personally sent you to Bingzhou to take office, and also transferred 10,000 soldiers and horses from the Forbidden Army Camp to accompany him. If you have anyone you need to transfer, just give me a list, and I will prepare the food for you in advance. Fifty thousand stones and fifty million dollars are not enough."

The corner of Wu Jing's mouth twitched, and his body couldn't help but bend down. His shoulders were as heavy as a mountain and he couldn't straighten up at all.

"Thank you, Prime Minister." Wu Jing raised his hand, his voice trembling.

Xun Yu stared at him for a moment and said, "Okay, let's stop here for now and continue tomorrow."

"I'll excuse you, sir!"

The six ministers of Cao Cao, as well as the governors and governors of various states, impatiently raised their hands and then withdrew one by one.

In a short period of time, they were shocked too much, and they had too much confusion that they needed time to sort out.

On the way out of the palace, Sima Fang carefully supported his old father, his expression solemn and he did not dare to say a word.

Wu Jingze walked alone, with a heavy heart and cold sweat on his head.

Huangfu Jianshou, Chen Gong and other "emperors" walked quietly together, whispering, but not letting others hear.

The last ones are the state pastors and governors of the seven northern states.

Most of these people are unfamiliar with each other. They are far apart and have no influence on each other. But for a moment, they seemed to be hugging each other for warmth. They subconsciously came together and made eye contact. They spoke a thousand words and were speechless.

Generally speaking, the ministers on the way out of the palace were mostly silent.

The young prime minister has changed. The huge pressure originally shouldered by the Chancellor's Desk has begun to move downwards and will be taken over by them.

This is pressure, but also responsibility. If anything goes wrong, the palace's thunderous wrath will be above their heads!
Being flustered and worried is the truest portrayal of them.

In the Shangshutai, after a brief period of calm, there was an instant tense situation and a strong smell of gunpowder.

Xun You's face was livid, his eyes were as bright as copper bells, and he was so angry that he was about to explode. He yelled, "Have I not done enough? You have repeatedly forced me, leaving no room for me. How do you want me to help you? Today is He Yong, will it be me tomorrow? Is my head enough to establish your authority over the Prime Minister? Today, tomorrow, I will go back and wash my neck so that the Prime Minister can chop it off more smoothly. I can't hurt the Prime Minister before I die! "

Xun You said, stood up and was about to leave.

How dare Zhong Yao let him go? Once he leaves, there will really be no room for change!

He stood up suddenly, hugged Xun You, and said with a smile: "Gongda must not do business. This is not the intention of the prime minister, but the intention of the palace."

Xun You pulled away from Zhong Yao and sneered again and again: "They say that you, Zhong Yao, never smile. If you smile, something will happen. Why, when did you become so close to our prime minister? Isn't it time to go to my house?" "

In the past, Xun You and Zhong Yao had a close relationship, and the two had similar views and attitudes on many things. However, after Xun Yu entered Beijing, especially after he became prime minister, Zhong Yao and Xun Yu became closer and closer, but instead alienated Xun You.

Zhong Yao stopped Xun You, looked at his angry expression, and still smiled and said: "It's nothing, Gongda, this is really the palace's intention. The prime minister also defended, but the palace's attitude is firm, and He Yong must be The prime minister has no choice but to kill the chicken to scare the monkey."

"His Majesty has been out of Beijing for many days, do you really think I don't know?!"

Xun You's roar almost exploded in the small conference room, and he was already furious.

He pushed Zhong Yao away and strode away.

Zhong Yao still wanted to stop him, but Xun Yu gently picked up the teacup and said, "There's no need to chase him. I understand him. There's no point in explaining now. We'll talk about it later."

Zhong Yao looked very solemn and said: "This time is different from the past. I'm worried that Gongda will not give up."

(End of this chapter)