Han family achievements

Chapter 436 Ambition
If the imperial brother really couldn't see something they didn't want him to see, it might be Thunder's Fury, which would involve countless people.

In the end, it will be them who bear the consequences.

Xun Yu naturally understood the meaning of Liu Xie's words. He paced and said, "I have asked Cui Jun to go to Beijing to report on his work. Your Highness, the censors have been monitored in various ways, but the results have been minimal."

It was obvious that Xun Yu didn't want to talk more about Pingyuan County and changed the subject.

Liu Xie didn't know what Xun Yu was thinking, so he was silent for a while and said: "According to the rules, whatever the censor finds must be handed over to the chief officials of the prefectures and counties. Bingzhou keeps writing to me, thinking that Bingzhou has just begun." Chaos has not yet settled, and we have repeatedly called for stability.”

"Your Highness has thought too much,"

Xun Yu said: "Bingzhou is not Sili, nor is it Yanzhou or Jizhou. There is no harm in causing chaos."

Liu Xie turned to look at Xun Yu, feeling increasingly surprised by his attitude.

Doesn’t this Prime Minister always seek stability?
"Your Highness,"

Dong Cheng caught up from behind, raised his hand and said: "Prime Minister."

Xun Yu turned around, frowned slightly, and said, "Is Chen Liuxiang still in Luoyang?"

Dong Cheng hurriedly smiled and said: "Back to the Prime Minister, I still have some things to report to the officials. Xun Pushe will keep me here for a few more days."

Just as Xun Yu was about to speak, he saw Xun You coming towards him.

Xun You looked calm. He came closer and greeted Liu Xie: "Your Highness."

Liu Xie didn't feel strange when he saw that he didn't give Xun Yu a courtesy. The two were uncles and nephews, and their relationship had always been close. He smiled and said: "Xun Pushe, what's wrong with me, Chen Liu? I want to stay with the minister for a few more days." ?”

Xun You crossed his hands and said with a smile: "It's mainly about the Wang family."

Liu Xie's expression moved slightly and he stopped answering.

The Wang family, that is, the prince's uniform, involves his royal brother again.

According to the information he received, the Forbidden Army killed nearly a hundred people in a remote village. The inside story is still obscure to this day.

Xun Yu looked at Xun You and said, "Is something wrong?"

Xun You also looked at him and said: "I have read the list over there at the Yushitai. The officials held a meeting and decided to deal with everything according to the opinions of the Yushitai."

Xun Yu's eyes moved slightly and he said: "I understand. By the way, there is one more thing. I want to inform you that Cao Cao has transferred another 10,000 people from the Forbidden Army Camp."

Xun You immediately darkened his face and said, "What is he going to do? Huang Zhong has an army of 30,000 in Yanzhou. Even if there is a rebellion, it can be enough to suppress it. Why is he moving his troops?"

Xun Yu shook his head and said: "The Grand Sima Mansion is just making a routine announcement, but since Cao Cao has mobilized his troops, he should have received His Majesty's approval."

Xun You's expression became more solemn and he said: "Aren't there more reports from Yanzhou? Cao Cao originally brought 20,000, and now he brings 10,000. What is his intention?"

Liu Xie also thought deeply. Yanzhou is a key place and is close to Sili. Any disturbance will cause Sili to be shaken.

Xun Yu looked at him and said, "I am just informing you that Huang Zhong is still reliable."

Huang Zhong, Zhang Liao, and Zhao Yun were all selected by Liu Bian from a young age. They had nothing to do with the aristocratic family and had been with him for a long time. They were also quite cautious and impartial on weekdays, so both the government and the public were quite cautious. for trust.

Xun You was very worried about Cao Cao. He thought about it and said, "He Yong, what are you going to do?"

He Yong was dismissed from office by Xun Yu and placed under house arrest in Honglu Temple for almost two months.

"hold on,"

Xun Yu looked thoughtful and said: "In terms of the administration of officials, we need to advance quickly. Whether they are high-ranking officials in the imperial court, state shepherds, governors, county guards, county magistrates, or low-level officials, as long as they have deficient moral character, they must all be removed. Yurong.”

The four words "defective character" cover almost everything about a person, including conduct and behavior.

Xun Yu's words were plain and indifferent, but to Xun You's ears, they sounded like the sound of swordsmen and sudden killing.

The corner of Xun You's face twitched, his face expressionless.

He also wanted to use those hundred and ten people in exchange for Xun Yu's concession, but he never thought that Xun Yu not only did not give in, but also went further.

Liu Xie obviously noticed that something was wrong in the atmosphere, and said with a smile: "Prime Minister, Xun Pushe, I have some things to do with Dong Guoxiang, so I will take the first step."

Xun Yu and Xun You hurriedly greeted Liu Xie and watched him leave.

In any case, Liu Xie is also the younger brother and prince of the current emperor. As a minister, he must have the courtesy.

When Liu Xie left, Xun You and Xun Yu looked at each other without saying anything. After a moment, Xun You said, "Cao Cao, are you so relieved?"

Xun Yu stepped forward and said, "What do you want to say?"

Xun You walked side by side with him and said: "For the big exam, the government and the opposition have strong reactions, thinking that they have been deprived of the right to recommend. The number of people applying for the big exam this year has dropped sharply."

Xun Yu said: "Since the Spring and Autumn Period, even recommendations have to be assessed. Now the assessments are just unified. How can we deprive them of the right to recommend? Is someone using the topic to express dissatisfaction?"

Regarding Xun Yu's criticism of Sang and Huai, Xun You didn't seem to hear it and said: "What I mean is that the big exam should be presided over by Li Cao and Taichang Temple, not Li Cao."

Xun Yu glanced at him calmly and said, "I remember that Chen Lin was recommended by you."

Chen Lin, the newly appointed Minister of Li Cao.

"I'm talking about the reasonableness of the regulations, not about who is appointed as the Minister of Li Cao. I have no selfish motives in this regard." Xun You looked indifferent and walked calmly.

Xun Yu shook his head and said: "This matter has been decided by Your Majesty and I have no right to change it. The officials issued a document stating that those who blatantly boycott school entrance examinations and college entrance examinations, as well as nobles, can be banned from taking exams or becoming officials. Depending on the seriousness of the case, , which can range from one year to five years to permanent ban.”

When Xun You saw that Xun Yu was not getting enough, he couldn't help but snorted coldly and said, "Why do you cut off your own arms and hurt others and yourself like this?"

Xun Yu walked slowly and said, "Want to sit in my house tonight?"

Xun You flicked his sleeves and strode away.

At this time, Chen Qun quickly followed up and said in a low voice: "Prime Minister, more than ten county governors from the four prefectures of Yan, Ji, Bing, and You have jointly submitted a letter to oppose the imperial government's purge of officialdom, believing that it will harm local stability, and suggest that the military administration be suspended. "Separate" to facilitate them to eliminate banditry and stabilize people's livelihood. "

Xun Yu stopped, folded his hands, looked at Xun You's back, shook his head slightly, and said: "This has been expected for a long time. Regarding the Nine-Rank Zhongzheng System, you must sort it out as soon as possible."

The nine-level Zhongzheng system was a very important "weapon" used by Xun Yu to purge officials. It was crucial in Xun Yu's plan.

"I will accept your order," Chen Qun said, his expression unavoidably excited.

After several years of training, he lost the immature pride of the past and became more mature and steady.

Dong Cheng followed Liu Xie back to Prince Chenliu's Mansion. The two sat across from each other and talked about the affairs of the government, the public, and Chenliu County.

"Have you really never seen His Majesty in Chenliu?" Liu Xie asked, his voice somewhat uneasy.

If Dong Cheng had met Liu Bian in Chenliu County, unpredictable consequences might have been laid. Dong Zhuo said seriously: "Your Highness, don't worry, I have indeed never seen it."

Only then did Liu Xie feel relieved and said, "It's not a big deal, as long as everything is sorted out. I'll take care of the Wang family's side."

Dong Cheng was not too worried, his eyes flickered for a while, and suddenly he said with a worried look on his face: "Your Highness, now that His Majesty has left the capital, there is no one guarding Luoyang City. What should we do if there is a small rebellion?"

Liu Xie looked calm and said: "No need to worry, there are more than 30,000 elite troops in Luoyang, and there are no bandits around. Even if there is a rebellion, it will be enough to last until the reinforcements from Hedong arrive."

Dong admitted that he really nodded, but in fact he didn't care. He thought about it, but couldn't help but get closer and whispered: "Your Highness, I heard some people mention the late emperor's edict again. Tell me truthfully, whether it is really true." This edict?"

Liu Xie's face darkened, but he didn't think much about it. People mentioned this matter from time to time, thinking that Dong Cheng also cared about him, so he rejected it directly: "I have never heard of it, and neither did my grandmother. The Twelve Constant Attendants at that time also did the same No. This didn’t happen until Yuan Shu’s rebellion.”

What he meant was very simple. This 'late emperor's edict' was an excuse concocted by Yuan Shu to rebel.

Dong Cheng was unwilling to give up and was afraid of asking too many questions and making Liu Xie suspicious. He sat back with a sigh of relief and said with a smile: "That's fine, that's fine. If it really happens, it will be a disaster."

Liu Xie was also thankful, and said with a hint of stiffness and a smile on his face: "It's a good thing it didn't happen, otherwise my grandmother and I would definitely not be alive now."

Dong Cheng knew how Liu Xie and Empress Dowager Dong had come over these years. It could be said that she was walking on thin ice and could die at any time.

Thinking like this, Dong Cheng felt a little uncomfortable, as if something that originally belonged to him had been taken away, but he said with a smile on his face: "Your Highness, according to you, what is the biggest threat to our Han Dynasty now?" ?”

Liu Xie took a sip of tea, relieved his mood, and said, "I would recommend Yuan Shao first, followed by Sun Ce."

Yuan Shao can currently be said to be a 'quasi-rebellion' recognized by both the government and the public. His rebellion is only a matter of time. As for Sun Ce, it was because he acted erratically and committed many illegal acts. The reason why he was ranked before Liu Biao, Liu Zhang, and San Qiang was because Sun Ce was too fierce.

In the battle against Dong Zhuo, Sun Ce performed most brilliantly, defeating Lu Bu and Dong Zhuo all the way to Xiang County. Cao Cao and others could only follow behind and eat ashes.

Dong Cheng listened and understood.

The place where Qiao Mao wants to go is probably Wu County and Kuaiji.

If Yuan Shao rebels, Yuzhou will be the first to bear the brunt. Since Yuzhou is connected with Sili, troops can reach the city within half a month at most.

The only ones who could stop him were Sun Ce and Liu Bei of Yuzhou.

Liu Bei is a well-known incompetent person who has achieved little and only seeks fame and reputation.

What if Sun Ce rebels together?
When Dong Cheng thought of this, he felt excited in his heart and blurted out: "Your Highness is right."

Liu Xie looked at him with some confusion and said, "What do you want?"

Dong Cheng shook his head repeatedly, then said with a smile: "It's okay. I just heard some rumors, so I'm inevitably a little uneasy."

Liu Xie nodded sympathetically and said, "It doesn't matter if you hear too much. Regarding the officials, I will speak for you, so there is no need to worry."

Dong Cheng was worried and nodded in agreement.

Two flowers bloom, one branch each.

When Liu Bian passed through Langya County and rushed to Xiapi, he summoned Sun Ce's edict and had already arrived at Wucheng, Wu County.

Sun Ce sat on the main seat, looking at the imperial edict with a silent expression, his brows furrowed into the character "Sichuan".

Sitting below him were Cheng Pu and Gu Yong.

Cheng Pu looked thoughtful and said nothing.

This edict came out of nowhere, but once it goes to Xiapi, life or death will be unpredictable!
"What do you think, Mr. Gu?" After a long while, Sun Ce raised his head and looked at Gu Yong with a sword-like gaze.

As a big family in Wu County, the Gu family and the Sun family have long been bound together. It is natural and logical for Gu Yong to serve as Marquis of Wucheng.

Gu Yong is less than thirty years old, but he is quite plump and gives people a sense of calmness and strength.

He just pondered and then said: "Sun Hou, go! Just pretend that nothing happens."

Cheng Pu was startled and looked up at him.

"What do you mean, sir?" Sun Ce asked quickly. Gu Yong had a long-standing reputation as a virtuous man and entered officialdom very early. He had already served as the magistrate of Wu County for three terms.

Gu Yong's expression was as usual, he raised his hand and said to Sun Ce, "Going back to Sun Hou, firstly, the court needs Wu County to stop Yuan Shao. Secondly, the court strongly urges Sun and Liu to marry, and wants Sun and Liu to jointly control Yuan Shao. Thirdly, The marriage between Zhou Gongjin and Sun Hou was also to strengthen Wu County. Fourthly, in Luoyang City, Wu and Zhou envoys were selected one after another. Based on what was said, the official believed that the bird was not dead yet. When the bow is hidden.”

When Sun Ce heard this, he was greatly moved and immediately looked at Cheng Pu.

Cheng Pu thought for a while and said: "Sun Hou, this matter is difficult to say. According to me, it is better to find an excuse to shirk it."

Cheng Pu couldn't give a reason, but he felt uneasy.

Sun Ce looked at Gu Yong again, making calculations in his mind.

Seeing this, Gu Yong said without hesitation: "Sun Hou, if you don't go, the court will be suspicious, and he will either drive wolves and devour tigers, or join the expedition with Yuan Shao. If Sun Hou does not establish a reputation for loyalty, how can he stand in troubled times, and how can he plan for a great cause?" ?”

Sun Ce's eyes suddenly changed, and he said in a deep voice: "Mr. Gu's words are reasonable. Reply to the angel, and I will set off immediately to go to Xiapi to meet the Holy Master."

"Your Majesty, take your orders." Gu Yong stood up and stepped back to see the angel.

Cheng Pu was still worried, but had nothing to say, because everything Gu Yong said made sense.

At the same time, Xiapi, where Liu Bian was going, was quite lively.

In the martial arts field outside Xiapi City, Lu Bu held a big halberd and rode on a white horse. He fought fiercely with dozens of people and was undefeated. He shouted loudly and the sound of swords soared into the sky.

Zhang Liao stood on the high platform and looked at the brave Lu Bu with an indifferent expression.

There were several soldiers standing behind him, and from the corner of his eye, he could see that his right hand holding a broadsword was open and blood was flowing out.

Several soldiers also looked at Lu Bu, who was invincible on the martial arts field, and were secretly shocked in their hearts.

In the past, there have been rumors that Lu Bu was brave and invincible and could not defeat the three brothers Liu, Guan, and Zhang. However, these were just rumors and not many people had witnessed them.

Now, they see it with their own eyes.

Their general Zhonglang was also a fierce general who had few opponents in the army, but in Lu Bu's hands, he could not hold out even ten rallies.

That is to say, in a martial arts arena, if it were a battlefield, Zhang Liao would be beheaded by Lu Bu in about five moves.

This Lu Bu is a peerless fierce man!
Zhang Liao looked at it for a long time, took a deep breath, and said in a deep voice: "How long until His Majesty arrives?"

A soldier clasped his hands and said: "There is still half a day at most. General Zhao Zhonglang may arrive early."

(End of this chapter)