Han family achievements

Chapter 408 Old Turtle

Sima Fang helped Sima Jun out of the palace and returned to Xingcao.

Sima Fang couldn't wait to finish briefly and concisely what happened in Xun You's room, then bowed and said, "Please ask father to clarify my doubts."

Sima Jun leaned on a crutch and stood at the window, looking quietly in the direction of the officials.

Sima Lang couldn't help it anymore and said: "Grandpa, father, the court is going to take action this time. Even He Yong has been punished, and he may not be tolerant to others in the future."

Sima Fang ignored him and just looked at Sima Jun's back, waiting for his 'clarification'.

After a long while, Sima Jun slowly turned around. The corners of his already old face were a little pale, as if he was about to die. He nodded gently to Sima Fang and said: "You did a good job. Those who work for big things must be able to bend and stretch. If you don't have the courage of an ordinary man, the prime minister will use He Yong to kill chickens and scare monkeys. This 'chicken' may not only be He Yong."

Sima Fang said respectfully: "Yes, my son has also considered this. The prime minister clearly wants to establish his authority, and one He Yong may not be enough."

Sima Jun slowly walked to the small table, very slowly, sat down carefully, and reached for the teacup tremblingly.

Sima Fang, Sima Lang and his son did not move, but watched Sima Jun's every move with four eyes.

Although Sima Jun has not been an official for a long time, he is still old and wise at the same time. The younger generation respects him. He is the head of Sima Jun's family and his soul.

Sima Lang couldn't help but was about to speak, but was stopped by his father's look.

Sima Lang opened his mouth and closed it again, feeling more and more anxious.

If the prime minister is no longer 'forgiving', it will be a nightmare for the lower officials, especially at such a critical moment, where dangers are everywhere and the sword is hidden.

Sima Jun took a sip of tea and then closed his eyes, as if he was falling asleep.

Sima Lang didn't have a deep understanding of the city, and he was particularly concerned about the future of the Sima clan. He wanted to speak several times, but he held it back.

Perhaps Sima Lang's anxiety affected Sima Fang. Sima Fang raised his hand and said softly: "Father, the situation is getting more and more complicated now. Please tell me how to deal with the child."

Sima Jun slowly opened his eyes, stared at his son, and said in an old voice: "Don't you already have an idea? Why ask me."

Sima Fang finally breathed a sigh of relief and said, "Yes. The boy has already prepared another memorial and will send it to the Chancellor himself later in the day."

"I want to meet with the Prime Minister."

Sima Jun added, "Also, I will retire and return to my hometown in the near future. You should pay more attention to the person who will succeed me. The future Xingcao Shangshu may be more important than the Tingwei Mansion."

Sima Fang was startled and subconsciously stepped forward and said, "Father, do you want to retire and return home?"

Sima Lang also looked frightened, with his mouth open and unable to speak.

Although Sima Jun didn't do much in Xingcao, his status was so great that both Shangshutai and the Sixth Cao had to respect him. Once Sima Jun resigns, the Sima family's status in the court will plummet!
Sima Jun was silent for a while and said: "I can't live for a few more days. If I retreat in order to advance, I may be able to get some convenience for you."

Sima Fang suddenly looked sad and stopped talking.

His father was really too old. He was over 80 years old. He was really dead.

Sima Lang didn't dare to say anything anymore. As a junior, he was not qualified to intervene in this kind of topic.

Sima Jun was very open-minded. He looked up at Sima Fang and said: "From now on, the family will be left to you. You have to be patient in everything. Times have changed, and no matter how big the issue is, it is insignificant. What you have to do now is eight The word - 'Stay close to the Prime Minister and stay away from Yingchuan'."

Sima Fang thought seriously about the words 'get close to the Prime Minister and stay away from Yingchuan', and with a vague intention, he raised his hand and said: "My father's intention is that the children should obey the Prime Minister's orders, but at the same time be alienated from the Yingchuan Party? But isn't that what the Prime Minister means? The leader of the Yingchuan Party?"

Sima Jun shook his head slightly, his cloudy eyes flashed with a bright light, and said: "That's because you didn't see clearly. The 'Yingchuan Party' is not all Yingchuan officials, such as his father. In the same way, the Prime Minister and the 'Yingchuan Party' They cannot be equated. You will understand this gradually, so there is no need to rush.”

Sima Fang had never doubted his father. He saluted respectfully and solemnly and said, "Thank you very much, father, for your guidance. My child understands."

Sima Lang quickly raised his hand, even more respectfully than his father.

Not far away, Gong Cao, Wu Jing, was not there, but it was quite lively.

Wu Jing was transferred to Bingzhou Mu, which was unexpected by everyone, and Chen Gong's qualification as Gong Cao Shangshu also surprised everyone.

Under the "Yonghan Reorganization", the operation of official temples at all levels was not smooth enough, so the "Shang Shu" almost had monopoly power and controlled the appointment and promotion of all officials.

Someone is already quietly communicating about how to visit the future Minister Chen.

Wu Jing is currently in a small teahouse not far from Honglu Temple.

Sun Quan hurried over and said anxiously as soon as he entered the door: "Uncle, what's going on? Are you summoning me in such a hurry?"

Wu Jing looked at him with a relaxed face, even a rather proud smile and said: "Two tigers are fighting, but I never thought that I would gain. Sit down and speak slowly."

Sun Quan looked at Wu Jing with a curious look on his face, and quickly sat down with a look of 'listening' on his face.

Wu Jing seemed to be remembering something, and the smile on his lips did not diminish, and he said: "To put it simply, the Prime Minister has just replaced He Yong as the Bingzhou Mu, and I have been transferred to the Bingzhou Mu, and Zhou Yi has become the governor of Luoyang. Are these two things gratifying and congratulatory?"

Sun Quan was stunned for a moment. If he hadn't seen Wu Jing, his uncle, with his own eyes, he would never have believed it!
Everyone knows about the relationship between Wu Jing and Sun Ce, and also about the relationship between Sun Ce and Zhou Yu. The imperial court first killed Yuan Shao's son Yuan Tan, and then promoted Wu Jing and Zhou Yi to officials. Could there be no ghosts in this?

Wu Jing looked at Sun Quan, smiled even more, and said: "I know what you are thinking, but there is no need to think more. Since the court wants to promote us, it is a good thing, at least for now."

Sun Quan thought deeply and said: "The imperial court wants to use my brother to resist Yuan Shao, and even hopes that we will both lose. We must tell my brother about this as soon as possible and ask him to be careful."

Wu Jing nodded, relaxed physically and mentally, and said, "This is natural, but don't worry too much. When the imperial court promotes us, it must also promote your brother. This in itself means to intimidate Yuan Shao. With the imperial court's backing, , at least for the next few years, your brother will be safe and sound."

Listening to Wu Jing's words, Sun Quan vaguely felt that he was a little overly optimistic, but it was not unreasonable. He thought about it and said: "Uncle, should Luoyang be handed over to Uncle Zhou?"

The two families of Sun and Zhou were also on good terms, so it was not an exaggeration for Sun Quan to call Zhou Yi his uncle.

Wu Jing shook his head and said: "Zhou Yi is a disciple of the Yuan family. He has good relations with Cai Yong, Wang Yun, etc., and is also closely related to the Yingchuan Party. This time, his promotion is certainly due to the imperial court's deep intentions, and it may not be that there is no personal relationship involved. , don’t be gullible.”

Sun Quan agreed, still being shocked by the sudden news and unable to calm down and think calmly, especially Wu Jing leaving Luoyang, which was not good news for the Sun family.

There is someone in the court who is good at being an official, and their Sun family needs someone in the court!

Sun Quan wanted to open his mouth to persuade Wu Jing to stay, but he swallowed his words again, raised his hand and said: "Congratulations, uncle, for assuming the post of Bingzhou Shepherd!"

Although the restructuring of the imperial court has been implemented for many years, in the eyes of many people, compared to Gongcao Shangshu, Yizhou Zhoumu is "to serve the emperor's pastoral work", and the six Cao Shangshu are simply incomparable!
Wu Jing suddenly burst out laughing, stroking his beard, and said: "When I arrive in Bingzhou, my room for maneuver will become larger. By then, if the court really wants to do something, it will have to worry about my attitude. You brothers, rest in peace! "

Sun Quan clearly noticed that Wu Jing was a little too proud. Knowing that this was not the time to persuade, he quickly said: "Thank you uncle. It's a long way to Bingzhou, so please take care of yourself along the way."

Wu Jing became even more satisfied with Sun Quan. He glanced outside the door, leaned closer, and whispered: "I am stepping up preparations for your brothers' marriage, and the marriage between Sun and Liu must also be accelerated. Don't delay."

No news from Yuan Shao has reached Luoyang yet, but if Yuan Tan is executed, Yuan Shao will definitely not react without any reaction. Therefore, Sun Ce has to ally with all parties to strengthen himself. "Yes." Sun Quan responded, still thinking about the court situation.

This sudden change in the court was not only to promote the Sun family and check and balance Yuan Shao, but also had a deeper purpose.

This purpose seemed to be for the 'New Deal', but even as a bystander, Sun Quan was vaguely aware that there were many 'sinister intentions' hidden in it that were not revealed.

That night, Xun You's mansion.

Xun You was playing chess with Chen Lin with a gloomy face.

Listening to the constant crackling sound on the chessboard, Chen Lin felt heavy in her heart and sighed helplessly.

"Owner,"

At this time, another servant ran over and said, "The Prime Minister is still at the back door."

Snapped

Xun You made a fierce and forceful move and said in a cold voice: "If he wants to stay, he will stay. No one asks him to come!"

With that said, he straightened up and looked up at Chen Lin.

Chen Lin looked slightly tense and said: "Mr.

Xun You's anger surged, and he said coldly: "I have endured all kinds of humiliation for this uncle. Now, he is firmly seated as prime minister, and he wants to kill me and deal with his colleagues in Yingchuan. How about you?" How do I get there?"

Chen Lin looked at Xun You and didn't know how to reply for a moment.

Xun You had long known that Xun Yu was overtly or covertly weakening the "Yingchuan Party", but for the sake of the common cause, Xun You retreated again and again, and tolerated it again and again.

But when it came to deposing He Yong, Xun You never expected it.

Especially Xun Yu's behavior of "making decisions without authorization" without informing him in advance made Xun You very angry!
It's true that Xun Yu is the Prime Minister, but without the Yingchuan Party, who are you to be the Prime Minister?
As the actual leader of the 'Yingchuan Party', Xun You cannot accept Xun Yu's actions!
Chen Lin waited for a while, then settled down gently and said: "Mr.

Xun You snapped and said, "No one is allowed to see you!"

Chen Lin sighed inwardly. He felt that Xun You wanted to see him, but his face seemed to make him resist.

'Should we take it to another level? ' Chen Lin judged in her heart and thought about her words.

"Owner,"

The servant came in a hurry again and said, "The Prime Minister's carriage has left."

嘭

Xun You knocked over the chessboard with one punch, got up and walked away.

Chen Lin looked at Xun You's angry back and felt a headache.

The conflict between the uncle and nephew has been around for a long time, and it was not caused by He Yong.

A few times before, the Prime Minister condescended and came to explain in person, and Xun You opened the door to greet him, but now he directly turned him away, and the Prime Minister seemed to be telling Xun You by leaving that it was just his last time.

Will this pair of uncles and nephews, the prime minister and his right servant, the real leader of the "Yingchuan Party", break up?

"will not!"

Chen Lin said softly.

He watched Xun You's back disappear in a corner, and gradually made a judgment in his heart.

This pair of uncle and nephew will definitely maintain the superficial 'harmony' and will never break up. Neither party can afford such consequences.

Moreover, under the surface of 'harmony', their fights will become more intense, but only under the water's surface, and must be carefully controlled.

Because, above them, there is an Emperor who seems to be gentle and courteous.

Under the 'gentle' surface of His Majesty, there are corpses all along the way since he ascended the throne, and the smell of blood is still strong.

These corpses will only increase, not decrease.

Xun Yu, Xun You's uncle and nephew, knew this better than Chen Lin, so they were afraid to the core.

"That's all, I hope they put national affairs first." Chen Lin sighed, stood up and left.

Early the next morning.

On the official road to Chenliu County, a group of people rode horses, swaying and walking slowly.

Huangfu Jianchang followed Liu Bian, talking about the little things that happened in Luoyang City, and finally said: "Your Majesty, I also heard that the Prime Minister went to Sima Shangshu's mansion after being rejected at Xun Pushe's mansion. , stayed for two hours, mentioned many new policy issues, and also wanted to resign and return to his old age. "

Liu Bian pulled the horse's rope, a little unskilled, and nodded thoughtfully.

On the right side of Liu Bian, there were Dian Wei, Zhao Yun, Cheng Yu and others. They seemed not to have heard Huangfu Jianchang's words and were looking ahead to themselves.

After Huangfu Jianzhang finished speaking, he stopped talking and followed Liu Bian cautiously.

After a while, Liu Bian seemed to have figured it out. He turned his head and said to Huangfu Jian: "Prime Minister, don't worry about Xun Pushe. Just watch. Did you just mention to Prime Minister Sima Jun that you should resign and return to old age?"

"Yes." Huangfu Jian said.

Liu Bian couldn't help but laugh and said: "This Sima family is really not simple. Sima Fang, Sima Lang, Sima Yi..."

Not only is it not simple, Sima Jun is an old turtle, and Sima Fang is very similar to his father. When Sima Yi comes, he will be better than his master!

This kind of 'forbearance' is simply extraordinary and holy among the Sima clan!

Cao Cao's descendants, if they learn even a little bit, they will not lose their country.

Huangfu Jianchang didn't know what Liu Bian meant, so he thought about it and said, "Your Majesty, I have captured two people."

"Oh? Who is it?" Liu Bian asked slightly curiously.

(End of this chapter)