Han family achievements

Chapter 466 Old things
"It's faster than we expected." Zhong Yao said. He lowered his head and thought, feeling a little annoyed.

This Cao Cao has never followed the rules, but at this time, he actually dared to use such methods.

Xun Yu looked thoughtful and said, "Why did he arrive in Beijing early and what did he want to do?"

They basically made arrangements for Cao Cao. As long as they follow the steps, the so-called "Cao Cao massacre of three cities" can be exposed, and everyone will save worry and effort.

But if Cao Cao messed up at this pass, he would not only ruin their plan, but also seek death.

This kind of result is not what they, let alone the palace, want to see!
Zhong Yao thought about it, but he was still worried and said: "I'll stop him and send him outside the city myself!"

Just as Zhong Yao was about to leave, Xun Yu reached out to stop him and said softly: "Cao Cao is not an ignorant person. Let's take a look. You can keep an eye on Cao Cao, see where he goes and who he meets, and record it in detail."

"As ordered." The two plainclothes guards responded and left quickly in the darkness.

Zhong Yao looked at the backs of the two guards and whispered, "Could it be that they are entering the palace?"

Xun Yu put his hands behind his back, thought for a while, and said, "No. Now, we will do our other things and wait and see."

Zhong Yao nodded, a little helpless in his eyes.

The current situation in the government seems to be calm, and there is no fierce life-and-death party struggle in the past. However, under the calm, it is still turbulent, complicated and difficult to understand.

Even if they are a prime minister and a Zuopushe, they still have to be careful and walk on thin ice.

Xun Yu glanced at him, as if he could see what was on his mind, and walked slowly, saying: "I'm not worried about Cao Cao's affairs now. As long as His Majesty is here, no one can make a difference. What I'm more worried about is Gongda. He Being trapped in cliques and unable to extricate yourself will only wear down His Majesty's patience in the long run, and that will be a big disaster."

Zhong Yao sighed silently and said, "I don't know. You and I have tried to persuade you countless times, but Gongda can't listen to even a single word. In my opinion, Wang Jingxing's transfer to Cao Shangshu was the first time your Majesty gave Gongda A stern warning, but Gongda turned a blind eye and acted arbitrarily among the officials. Zhicai was transferred from the Yushitai, and the ruthless Tian Feng took over... I am very worried..."

Xun Yu's mature face gradually hardened, his eyes flashed with determination, and he said, "I'm going to do something. When the time comes, you must support me."

Zhong Yao was shocked and said, "What are you going to do? Gongda has accumulated countless grievances. You must not anger him again."

Xun You is the actual leader of the Yingchuan Party. Once he breaks with Xun You, the consequences will be disastrous.

Xun Yu couldn't help but frown and said, "Take your time."

Zhong Yao nodded silently. The current situation was so complicated that it was difficult to explain in one sentence. He could only take one step at a time.

As they talked, they arrived at Prince Chenliu's Mansion.

Looking at the Chenliu Palace, which was very low-key and restrained, completely different from the noble and luxurious palaces of the past, Xun Yu mentally organized his words.

If you want Liu Xie to go to hell personally and deal with Cao Cao's case, it cannot be done in a few words.

Liu Xie's status is indeed noble. In the court situation, his status is almost incomparable except that of the current Majesty.

But his identity is also sensitive, and he has to trace back to the battle to seize the emperor when the late emperor died many years ago.

As a loser, it is extremely rare in history to survive until now.

Liu Xie has lived in trepidation for so many years. He has never said a word about government affairs, let alone interfered in government affairs. He has given full power to the affairs of the Yushitai and insisted on being a nominal "Yushi doctor".

Unless the palace says something.

But this time the palace remained extremely silent. As the prime minister, Xun Yu had to personally come forward to take charge of the overall situation and provide a convincing and decent result for this major case that shocked the country.

The government and the public are watching, the nobles are watching, the people are watching, and the palace is watching.

Zhong Yao waited for a while and said, "Let's go."

Xun Yu raised his head and feet at the same time, stepping onto the threshold.

"Prime Minister!"

At this time, in the darkness not far away, a plainclothes guard came hurriedly, looked around, and whispered in Xun Yu's ear: "Cao Cao went to Honglu Temple. Honglu Temple seems to have been waiting for a long time. The door will open. He took it in and closed the door."

Xun Yu was not surprised and glanced back at Zhong Yao.

Zhong Yao came forward, looked at the gate of Prince Chenliu's palace which was just around the corner with him, and said in a low voice: "Now it seems that His Majesty has already made arrangements."

Xun Yu looked unmoved and said, "Let's go."

Zhong Yao responded and followed Xun Yu up the steps. A follower of servants came up to knock on the door.

In the dark night, the knocking on the door was clear and melodious, then suddenly exploded and continued.

The door was calm and there was no response.

"Come back." Xun Yu called back to the clerk. He was not in a hurry, and King Chenliu was qualified to make him wait.

At this time, Liu Xie was inside the gate, followed by Xun Yu and Zhong Yao.

He put his hands together and looked at the crack in the door with a gloomy expression, struggling and hesitating in his heart.

Before Xun Yu and Zhong Yao approached Prince Chenliu's palace, he was discovered by the servants of the palace and reported to Liu Xie.

Liu Xie knew very well how sensitive the timing was at this time, and was worried that they were coming for him, so he ran to the door in a hurry.

He never thought that these two people were really coming for him!
Next to him stood the old housekeeper, who was equally worried.

If His Highness takes this hot potato, he will fall into a whirlpool and be in great danger!

Liu Xie's heart was spinning, and he analyzed the pros and cons, especially what would happen if he refused to open the door now and clearly refused Prime Minister Xun Yu.

At the same time, he was also trying to figure out what the attitude of his royal brother in the palace was! ?
Outside the door, it was quiet.

Xun Yu and Zhong Yao did not leave or knock on the door, but waited quietly.

Liu Xie followed the heavy door, his heart gradually sank, he sighed softly, and thought to himself: That's it.

After saying that, he quietly walked back and took more than a dozen steps before whispering to the housekeeper: "Take them to the front room to avoid other people."

The old housekeeper wanted to persuade him a few words, but in the end he reluctantly agreed and turned back.

After a while, the door opened, Xun Yu and Zhong Yao stepped in, while all the entourage and guards were left outside.

It was pitch dark outside Prince Chenliu's Mansion, but it was also quiet inside Prince Chenliu's Mansion.

Also dark and quiet is Honglu Temple.

Cao Cao entered Honglu Temple. The lights were on in the side courtyard, and there were bursts of footsteps. It didn't take long for it to calm down.

Not far from the side courtyard, Cao Song and Tian Feng stood at the door, looking at Cao Cao's side courtyard.

Tian Feng thought for a moment and said: "Congratulations, Mr. Cao, Sima Cao should be fine."

Cao Song also understood the mystery, felt relieved, and said with a smile: "Congratulations Yuan Hao. Yu Shicheng, Yuan Hao has taken half a step forward."

In the past, there were "three platforms" in the Han Dynasty, but with Liu Bian's changes, the "Ye Terrace" disappeared, but the Yushitai still existed, and was headed by King Chenliu, so "two platforms and one mansion" In terms of governing the country, the Yushitai, together with the Shangshutai and the Da Sima Mansion, was the highest judicial body of the Han Dynasty.

King Chenliu was recognized as the nominal "Yu Shi Dafu", and the real power was in the hands of Yu Shi Cheng.

But the censor Cheng was not a censor after all, so Cao Song said that Tian Feng was "taking half a step".

Countless people will never be able to take this half step in their lifetime.

Tian Feng was unmoved and said: "Don't worry, Mr. Cao, the promise made by the official and Mr. Cao is still fulfilled."

Cao Song's eyes suddenly became alarmed and he said: "Now that the time has come, Yuan Hao still refuses to tell me clearly." "It's not yet time."

Tian Feng looked at the lights in Cao Cao's side courtyard and said, "Mr. Cao, don't you go and see Cao Sima?"

Seeing that Tian Feng refused to say anything, Cao Song shook his head helplessly and said, "Let's do it tomorrow."

Tian Feng said nothing and looked towards the palace.

This night was really uneventful, but so quiet.

Early the next morning, the door of Zhuque opened wide, and the officials who had been waiting for a long time entered one after another.

In addition to the several ministers at the Chancellor's Desk, Liu Xie and Xi Zhicai from the Censorship Desk, Wang Lang from Tingwei's Mansion, and the Secretaries of the Six Cao Cao, as well as Cao Song and Tian Feng.

The meeting at the Chancellor's Desk was held very quickly. Because of the preparations made last night, several appointments were passed smoothly.

The Yushitai and the officials compiled the documents and reported them to the palace.

As long as the palace seals are sent back, the appointments of Wang Lang, Xi Zhicai, and Tian Feng will be approved, and the replacement of the Tingwei Mansion, Li Cao, and Yushitai Chief Officer will be completed.

After settling these matters, the Chancellor took the opportunity to pass on the affairs of the chief officials of Qingzhou and Xuzhou, namely Cui Jun and Sima Fang.

Then the matter of 'regulating the river' was discussed, and the final decision was made to put it aside for the time being and wait for the flood season to pass before conducting a comprehensive investigation.

……

Soon after, Chongde Hall, back hall.

On Liu Bian's desk, there was a pile of the latest memorials.

Xun You asked for forgiveness.

Cao Cao apologized.

Wu Jing apologized.

Chen Gong apologized.

Liu Yao asked for forgiveness.

Liu Dai asked for forgiveness.

Ying Shao pleads guilty.

Sima Fang asked for forgiveness.

There are also the appointment documents and meeting minutes passed by the Yushitai meeting just now.

Liu Bian was sitting on a chair, with Liu Yu standing in front of him. The little guy's eyes widened as he watched his father flip through the memorials one by one.

Seeing that Liu Bian didn't say anything, he came back to his senses and raised his little head and took a look. Seeing that his face was expressionless, he turned his head and looked at Uncle Wang Liu Xie who was sitting not far away.

"Okay,"

After a long while, Liu Bian smiled and threw the meeting minutes in his hand on the table and said: "I didn't mention a word about 'Cao Cao massacred three cities'. Are you leaving this big trouble to me? Right or wrong, both are My pot.”

Liu Xie's eyes changed slightly, and he quickly said: "Your Majesty, regarding Cao Sima, the Yushitai has already investigated almost everything. They are some disobedient people who got together and wanted to murder Cao Sima. Cao Sima led his troops to eliminate him this time. No fault.”

Liu Bian looked at him and said, "Did you find this? Or is there something that asked you to be a lobbyist?"

Liu Xie couldn't figure out Liu Bian's thoughts, so he stood respectfully and said cautiously: "Returning to your majesty, the Yushitai found out that no one instructs me. My brother also acted impartially and acted impartially. Selfless."

Liu Bian reached out to pick up the tea cup and took a sip of tea.

Liu Xie felt the quiet atmosphere and felt a faint chill on his back.

In the past, when something happened to Cao Cao, the palace always made a decisive decision and went out personally to protect him.

But this time, there was no sound in the palace, no explicit purpose or hint.

Although the courtiers all knew that the palace still had to be protected, there was no certainty on how to protect it, to what extent, and whether the emperor's heart would change.

Liu Yu couldn't bear the silence. He turned around, lay in Liu Bian's arms, grabbed Liu Bian's arms with both hands, and said coquettishly: "Father, is Cao Sima really guilty?"

Liu Bian put down the teacup, touched his head and said, "What do you think?"

Liu Yu blinked his big eyes and said: "Cao Pi said that his father was not guilty and did the right thing. He was acting according to the order. The son and minister also felt that they were right. Those people wanted to kill Cao Sima. Cao Sima was the imperial envoy sent by his father. , this is rebellion and cannot be tolerated.”

Liu Bian raised his eyebrows and stared at Liu Yu calmly.

Liu Yu blinked his big eyes, clear and transparent, with an innocent look on his face.

Liu Bian hummed thoughtfully and looked up at Liu Xie.

Liu Xie lowered his head, but felt secretly nervous and had bad guesses.

Cao Pi is Cao Cao's son, and Cao Pi is only six years old. Did he think of this on his own, or was there someone behind him?

Liu Yu suddenly came here acting coquettishly today and refused to leave. Was he just waiting to say these words?
Is there any teaching behind Liu Yu's back?

If so, did His Highness have any negotiations with the Cao family behind his back?

Liu Xie subconsciously tightened his face and did not dare to think too much.

Feeling Liu Bian's gaze, Liu Xie lowered his head even more.

He has been dating this royal brother for many years, and he has seen this kind of gaze more than once. It is a kind of "deep meaning" gaze.

However, this time it was not him who was looking at him, but his second son in his arms.

Liu Xie already knew it in his heart, and his good brother had also thought of it.

Liu Xie didn't dare to think too much and stood there quietly. He didn't even notice. His whole body was tense and his hands were close to his trouser legs.

Liu Bian was silent for a long time, then suddenly smiled and stroked Liu Yu's little head and said, "You are right. Then tell me, should this case be handed over to your uncle or to the Tingwei Mansion?"

Liu Yu blinked, looked back at Liu Xie, and said crisply: "Uncle, the emperor has always been cautious and has never made any mistakes. He will definitely share his worries for his father."

Liu Xie was not surprised when he heard this, because he was the most suitable person to handle this case, and he was also the one who could best block Yuyou's mouth.

At the same time, if Cao Cao makes another mistake in the future and settles the score later, Liu Xie will also be the one who takes the blame.

His face was calm, without any trace of panic.

Liu Bian took in everything, looked at his second son in his arms, and couldn't help but sigh.

There are some things that he doesn't want to think too much about, but as an emperor's instinct, he will subconsciously become suspicious, and associate with them endlessly until he finds an 'absolute safety'.

"it is good."

Liu Bian suppressed the doubts in his heart and smiled with Liu Xie: "Brother Emperor, this matter will be handled by the Third Division, with Tian Feng, Xi Zhicai and Xun You as the chief officers. Don't interfere. You can go out on my behalf. Beijing, starting from Yuzhou, inspect the rivers and supervise the river construction. We must do our best to control the rivers and prevent the floods from breaking the banks. "

Liu Xie was startled and looked up at Liu Bian in disbelief.

Is his royal brother deliberately sending him away to protect him? Wasn't Xun Yu and Zhong Yao's late night visit last night meant by him?
Or was it because Liu Yu's words changed his mind?

(End of this chapter)