Han family achievements

Chapter 452 Distinguished Guest
The conversation between Xun You and Zhu Jianping was interrupted. They both turned back and looked at each other again.

With Xun You's status, who can be called an 'honored guest'?
The real big shots in the imperial court all had a close relationship with Xun You. Even those famous scholars who were not officials were not considered 'distinguished guests' when they came to the officials.

"Who is it?" Zhu Jianping straightened his back, frowned and asked the clerk.

As the established candidate for official Cao Shangshu, Zhu Jianping unconsciously gained a sense of dignity.

When the clerk heard this, he hesitated and stepped into the threshold without permission.

This scene made Xun You and Zhu Jianping angry. They stared at this confidant with both eyes, curious about who he was and where his "gui" was.

The clerk came closer and said in a low voice: "It's Mr. Yang. He came here in a low-key manner. He has already moved to the small living room."

Zhu Jianping's expression suddenly changed and he said, "Mr. Yang? Which Mr. Yang are you talking about?"

There were still a few people with the Yang surname in the Han Dynasty who could be called "gong", but Zhu Jianping had already subconsciously thought of who it was, so he was frightened.

Xun You regained his mood, became indifferent and calm, and said, "Who is accompanying me?"

The clerk immediately said: "There are only two servants supporting me, there is no one else."

Xun You was silent for a moment and said, "Okay, I'll go right away."

The clerk responded and quickly retreated.

Zhu Jianping felt uneasy and said, "Mr. Xun, why did Mr. Yang suddenly appear in Luoyang at this time?"

His Majesty was not in Beijing, and Cao Cao's massacre of the city was in full swing, but Yang Biao suddenly appeared in Luoyang.

As the former prime minister who was driven out by the Yingchuan Party, returning to Beijing again does this mean that the long-rumored 'comeback' has really become a reality?
Xun You couldn't figure it out for a while, so he pondered for a moment and said: "You're coming for me. I'll find out when I go see you. Don't show your face. You go see the Yanzhou Supervisory Censor now. He has been avoiding me. I must be sure." What’s the reason, find out.”

Zhu Jianping was startled and said, "Shouldn't we ask Zhicai about this matter?"

As the censor, Xi Zhicai is actually in charge of the specific affairs of the censorship. If Yanzhou's supervisory censor finds something, Xi Zhicai will definitely be the first to know.

Xun You's eyes flashed with anger unconsciously, and he said: "He must be under pressure, and he is avoiding me."

Zhu Jianping immediately knew who was putting the pressure on him, and couldn't help but say again, "Xun You, the Prime Minister's situation needs to be eased."

Xun You stood up a little irritably and said, "Okay, you can go handle it. By the way, over at Tingwei's Mansion, please move around. This case will eventually fall to Tingwei's Mansion."

Zhu Jianping stood up and asked doubtfully: "Isn't it with Your Majesty?"

Xun You glanced at him and said, "You don't understand yet, but you will understand gradually in the future."

Zhu Jianping was stunned for a moment, unable to understand the meaning of Xun You's words.

Xun You didn't mean to explain more. He left the check-in room and walked to the small living room at a deliberately accelerated pace. He saw the person he expected.

Yang Biao, the fourth generation and the third Duke, is the most prestigious person in the Han Dynasty today, unparalleled.

He is the first prime minister after His Majesty the current Emperor's "retrospective prime minister". Even though he has done nothing, in the eyes of countless people, he is a poor and self-sufficient prime minister who does not seek wealth and honor, but devotes himself to the country and the people.

In Xun You's eyes, it was different. The most different thing was that Yang Biao was fatter than before. Sitting there, he looked like a hill.

"I've met Mr. Yang." Xun You paused, straightened his appearance, walked in with a smile, raised his hand in greeting.

Yang Biao has been pampered in recent years, and his demeanor is much better than when he was in Luoyang, except for the tips of his hair. The most powerful man, Yang Biao, just smiled slightly and did not stand up. He just said with a smile: "Mr. Xun is so polite, do you have any trouble?"

Hearing Yang Biao call him 'Mr.

Since His Majesty succeeded to the throne, there have been many great changes. Calculated in detail, it only lasted six or seven years. Six or seven years ago, Xun You was a retainer of General He Jin and was promoted to the title of Huangmen Shilang.

At that time, Xun You was as humble as an ant, while people like Yang Biao were figures in the sky, unattainable and unattainable.

Now, Yang Biao actually opened his mouth and called him 'Xun You'.

Although Xun You's current official position can definitely be called "public", but it is Yang Biao who speaks out, that is another matter, a completely different feeling.

Xun You was in a daze for a moment, and then he sat down opposite Yang Biao respectfully and said, "In front of Duke Yang, An dares to address me like this, and also asks Yang Biao to call me by my name."

Seeing that Xun You was still a little humble, Yang Biao said with a smile: "In that case, I will just look at you and call you Gongda."

Xun You didn't feel any discomfort. He reached out to pour tea for Yang Biao and said with a smile: "This is much more comfortable. Mr. Yang, I heard that Mr. Yang was unwell not long ago. Is it good?"

Yang Biao touched his belly and sighed: "Everything is fine, but I can't keep my mouth shut. I haven't been in my position and have no political agenda in the past few years. I only care about eating. No, I have gained another fifty pounds."

Xun You put the tea cup in front of Yang Biao, looked at his big belly, smiled more, and said: "The Prime Minister is generous."

When Yang Biao heard this, his fat face trembled with laughter and said: "My belly is big. The Prime Minister is not the Prime Minister."

The two of them were showing off their skills with smiles on their faces. Compared to Yang Biao who was calm and leisurely, Xun You was full of suspicion.

"Mr. Yang, please." Xun You held up the tea cup with both hands, taking advantage of this gap to keep thinking about Yang Biao's words.

Yang Biao picked up the tea cup with one hand, took a sip, and then said: "Gongda, what do you think of Jing Xing being an official?"

Jingxing, the courtesy name of Wang Lang.

"Justice and strictness are praised by the world." Xun You blurted out without thinking.

Who doesn't know that Wang Lang and Yang Biao can be regarded as brothers.

Wang Lang is a disciple of the Yang family. He is the only high-ranking official of the Yang Party left by Yang Biao in the court, and he has inherited the mantle of the Yang family.

Yang Biao nodded slightly, touched his belly and said, "That's good, that's good."

Xun You couldn't figure out Yang Biao's intention, and didn't want to waste time guessing, so he simply asked the question directly, "Wang Tingwei... what is Mr. Yang's intention?"

Yang Biao's face bloomed like a chrysanthemum again, and he said with a sigh, "That's right, I heard that the official Cao Shangshu was vacant, and I wanted to find a future for Jing Sheng. When he was in power, he looked forward and backward, scrupulous about left and right, and did not dare to show favoritism. Now...haha, Gongda, it’s funny.”

Xun You was secretly shocked and pretended to be surprised, saying, "Duke Yang wants to recommend Wang Tingwei to be the Minister of Cao?"

How could Xun You not be surprised? Although Yang Biao did not have the Holy Heart, he was a mortal enemy to the "Yingchuan Party". They tried every means to attack the Yang family's power and prevent Yang Biao from coming back. But once Yang Biao really takes action, such as recommending Wang Lang to be transferred to Cao Shangshu, after careful consideration, the palace will probably give him face!
Yang Biao, why did you come to Beijing at this time?
Why come to him instead of Xun Yu or Zhong Yao?
Why should Wang Lang be recommended as the official Cao Shangshu? The Yang family, unlike the Yuan family, has always been low-key, especially Yang Biao's character. No matter whether he was the prime minister before or after, he practiced "doing nothing". How could he speak openly and openly after many years after he left the throne? Are you going to seek personal gain?

Xun You was suspicious, but still couldn't figure out Yang Biao's true intention.

Yang Biao caught the flash of surprise and doubt on Xun You's face, and said with a calm smile: "It's funny. With Jing Xing's ability, he is still competent."

Xun You reached out and picked up the teacup, his eyes filled with deep thoughts.

The officialdom was his base and he would never give it to Wang Lang. But Yang Biao came to see him in person and opened his mouth, so he would not be without confidence. Where is his confidence?
Xun You became more and more suspicious and couldn't figure out where Yang Biao's confidence lay, so he couldn't answer casually.

"Mr. Yang, have you recommended him?" Xun You subconsciously put down the teacup he picked up and looked up at Yang Biao.

Yang Biao shook his head and said: "Not yet."

Xun You became more and more confused. He picked up the tea cup again and took a sip of tea. He muttered: "Your Majesty must make the decision on this matter. I have no right to decide."

Facing Xun You's probing again, Yang Biao blinked his eyes and said, "I heard that Gongda is worried about Cao Cao?"

Xun You looked at Yang Biao and secretly held his breath.

worry? What do I have to worry about?

Cao Cao is seeking his own death. Even if I do nothing, no one can save him!
When did Yang Biao start to learn the official accent?

Xun You took another sip of tea and said, "Mr. Yang, are you here about Cao Cao?"

Yang Biao held his belly with both hands and said with a smile: "Gongda, have you ever felt that among the government and the public, you seem to be surrounded by countless people and have a great momentum, but in fact you feel isolated?"

Xun You couldn't help but frowned and said, "Mr. Yang, what do you mean?"

Yang Biao said: "On the matter of Cao Cao, Gongda stood high and shouted. There were countless people waving flags and shouting, all over the court and the public. The momentum was huge."

Xun You vaguely noticed something and said: "Mr. Yang misunderstood. Cao Cao's incident was all caused by Cao Cao massacring the city and arousing public anger, not because of anything I did."

Yang Biao shook his head and said: "Gongda, 'Two Platforms and One Mansion', Shangshu Terrace, Yushitai, and Da Sima Mansion, are there any chief officials who can submit a letter? Are there any chief officials of the Six Cao and Nine Temples who can speak out?"

Xun You frowned even more.

Xun You understood the reaction of the court better than Yang Biao and retorted: "As a chief official, I have my own concerns. How can I express my position at will?"

Yang Biao looked at Xun You, a trace of ridicule suddenly flashed in his eyes, and said: "Would such a big event be like this in the past?"

Xun You finally noticed something was wrong, and was frightened in his heart. He couldn't help but sit up straight, looked at Yang Biao, and said, "What do you mean, Mr. Yang?"

Seeing that Xun You was enlightened, Yang Biao smiled and picked up the tea cup and said, "Gongda, would you like to recommend him?"

Recommend?

Xun You was startled, and then realized that he wanted to recommend Wang Lang as the official Cao Shangshu!
how can that be!

Officials are the foundation for Xun You to start his career and settle down, and they are also the real reason why he is the leader of the "Yingchuan Party"!

Li Cao can be given to anyone, but not to Wang Lang!

In the imperial court, the real threat to the "Yingchuan Party" was the "Yang Party" left by Yang Biao.

In last year's silent struggle, the 'Yingchuan Party' actually suffered a heavy loss, allowing Wang Lang to survive and take the opportunity to become powerful and quickly integrate the Yang Party.

Therefore, Yang's Party is the number one threat to the 'Yingchuan Party', so why would they hand over such a critical place as officials and officials to Wang Lang?
Xun You was silent.

Adult silence represents rejection.

Yang Biaohun didn't care, stroking his big belly and said, "Gongda, do you want to sit in that seat?"

Xun You understood, but said: "Mr. Yang, please tell me your intention."

After guessing and guessing, Xun You was surprised and a little impatient.

No matter how good you Yang Biao is, Xun You is not bad now!

Yang Biao saw Xun You's emotions in his eyes, his chubby face was as usual, and said: "Have you forgotten, Gongda, I recommended Wen Ruo to be promoted to the position. In the future, Wen Ruo must also be recommended. This is the alternation of prime ministers. 's secret."

Xun You sneered at Yang Biao's words.

Even if he ascends to power in the future and needs Xun Yu's recommendation, given his relationship with Xun Yu, there are ten thousand ways to do it, and Yang Biao's recommendation is not needed at all.

"This is as a subordinate," Yang Biao said with a smile, "Although it is important, it is not the key. The key is, as a minister."

Xun You's color changed with horror, his face showed shock, his eyes opened angrily, and he looked directly at Yang Biao.

Yang Biao ignored him and kept his head down while drinking tea.

Xun You's face straightened, he took a deep breath, and his heart was filled with turmoil.

He finally knew why Yang Biao suddenly returned to Luoyang and came to see him suddenly.

It's still because of Cao Cao!

It was the order of the palace!

That's right, only the palace can move this old prime minister!
It was not until this moment that Xun You realized all this!
But just like that, Xun You's heart became more frightened and uneasy, ups and downs.

The palace's "invitation" to Yang Biao showed the palace's attitude of once again protecting Cao Cao, and Yang Biao's appearance also showed the palace's resolute attitude.

This is a "killing blow" method, leaving Xun You with only one choice - death.

Either Cao Cao lives, or he, Xun You, dies.

If Xun You persists in his opinion and continues to oppose, using huge energy to push the public opinion of the government and the public, amidst the huge "criticism", the palace cannot challenge the limit of patience of the government and the public again, and can only choose to appease Cao Cao's life.

But the consequence was that Xun You was in trouble and had to be buried with him.

As long as Cao Cao lives, Xun You can live.

Xun You thought everything through, and anger and hatred surged in his eyes unconsciously.

He has always been dissatisfied with Cao Cao. This incident may have started in the palace of General He Jin. Cao Cao played an extremely disgraceful role in the palace coup launched by He Jin.

Others didn't know it clearly, but Xun You could see clearly that he was a dangerous person who was restless and unwilling to be inferior to others.

Everything that happened later proved Xun You's judgment. Judging from Cao Cao's actions, dying a hundred times would be enough!

Similarly, if it weren't for the palace's repeated protection, Cao Cao's grave would be as tall as one person!
Xun You attacked Cao Cao again and again, hoping to kill this evil man as soon as possible.

But what made Xun You angry and unwilling was that the palace also braved the disapproval of the world and protected Cao Cao again and again!

(End of this chapter)