Crowned the New Han Dynasty

Chapter 654 The Imperial Court’s Intention
"The Liu family is willing to use all of Dai County's property in exchange for the prefect's understanding."

When Liu Bao, the county magistrate, met his official, he was not talking about official matters, but private matters, and made his purpose clear as soon as he opened his mouth.

"After the development of the Liu family over the years, although the foundation is not as good as the Zheng family, the industry in the county is not inferior to them. They have also purchased a lot of fields outside the city, and there are even more tenant farmers who depend on it."

Liu Bao's words were sincere and pleading, and then he said bluntly: "I know that the prefect has great ambitions. Whether it is Wu Ding or those instruments that can attract heavenly fire, they are not cheap and require a lot of land, industry, and even population. , our Liu family is willing to dedicate these to ask you not to pursue Liu Jian’s fault."

Chen Zhi narrowed his eyes, looked at Liu Bao in front of him, nodded without concealing it, and said, "I really need these, but as far as I know, the Liu family has not yet reached an agreement on how to deal with it. Your opinion, I’m afraid I can’t represent the Liu family.”

At this time, he did not hide what he wanted. Besides, no one forced Liu Jiang to do what he did. Chen Zhi wanted to strengthen Daijun, which conflicted with the demands of the family, but he also wanted to cooperate. As a result, Liu Jiang wanted to strengthen Daijun. However, Jiji wanted to take advantage of the siege and use the power of the Liu family to make Chen Zhi irreversible. In this way, just punishing one person would not serve as a warning. Of course, the Liu family behind him could not let go.

However, Chen Zhi's words shocked Liu Bao, and he immediately realized that Chen Zhi must have many informants within the Liu family, otherwise he would not have touched upon the most critical point with just one sentence.

However, he quickly suppressed all kinds of thoughts, and said bluntly: "This matter, this subordinate will handle the matter properly, and there will be results within three days at most!" He said word by word, his voice gradually raised, Showing a firm will, "Afterwards, I will also resign from the official position, take the family back to the ancestral land, and then strictly restrain the clansmen, and will never let the prefect have any worries."

After saying this, he looked at Chen Zhi worriedly, waiting for the other party's response.

In fact, what Liu Bao was most worried about was that Chen Zhi felt that the Liu family was out for revenge and wanted to kill them all!
At that time, let alone Liu Cui being the governor of Poyang, even if he was the governor, he might not be able to stop him. After all, Wang Jun was the governor of two states, and he was defeated by Chen Zhi one after another. The foundation of the Liu family was under Chen Zhi's rule. Next, how to avoid it?

After a short silence, when Liu Bao's heart began to sink, Chen Zhi finally nodded.

Liu Bao breathed a sigh of relief.

And Chen Zhi added: "No matter what the Liu family has in mind this time, whether they are hedging their bets, or have other preparations, they have already touched my bottom line. He, Liu Jiang, unites with outsiders to overthrow Dai Jun. If he succeeds, From me on down, no one can be safe. The Liu family is letting it go, and there are even many people following it. If we are not severely punished, who can be convinced?"

Hearing this, Liu Bao couldn't help but feel excited again, and looked at Chen Zhi eagerly.

"So, the Liu family must hand over a few people related to Liu Jiang."

Chen Zhi said this, and Liu Bao across from him breathed a sigh of relief again, but the clothes on his back were soaked with cold sweat, but he still nodded hurriedly, for fear that Chen Zhi would say something again.

"Besides," Chen Zhi didn't want to end it there, "there's no need for you to resign."

Liu Bao was stunned by this decision.

Chen Zhi said straightforwardly: "You are qualified as Jun Cheng. There is no need to leave. Besides, if you make such a decision on behalf of the Liu family, if you lose the title of Jun Cheng again, it will definitely be difficult for the family in the future." , so if you continue to work in the yamen, as long as you do your best, you will definitely not be criticized harshly."

"Subordinate... I understand, thank you so much, Commander-in-Chief, for being so magnanimous."

Liu Bao said this, but his heart was extremely complicated.

As a member of the Liu family, even if he has to cut off his limbs now for the sake of the survival of the Liu family, it is absolutely a lie to say that he doesn't feel sorry for those properties and fields, because as Dai Junjun Cheng, he has many properties. If it is located here and handed over now, it will be equivalent to destroying many years of business. It will also severely damage the vitality, and it will also have a miserable ending in the family.

Just like what Chen Zhi said, the Liu family did not dare to complain about Chen Zhi in the end. They would probably blame Liu Bao and say that he was the one who was cheating and cheating. At that time, Liu Bao and his family would have to face not only losses in property, but also losses in property. Faced with the complete lack of the family's voice and becoming a sinner of the family, it is very likely that they will eventually be unable to recover.

Originally, Liu Bao was mentally prepared to sacrifice the future of his line for the sake of his family, but Chen Zhi's words gave him hope again.

If he can maintain his original position, it will undoubtedly mean that he has Chen Zhi's support. Not only will his family not be ruined, but it will even become the mainstay of the family during Chen Zhi's reign!

But the price of doing so is also very high. It is tantamount to becoming Chen Zhi's vassal and the spokesperson of the Liu family. In order to maintain the situation, when faced with the conflict between Chen Zhi and the family's interests, the family's interests must be sacrificed to ensure that Chen Zhi’s support.

However, Liu Bao had no choice. He could only agree, because he could not provoke Chen Zhi at this moment, because it was related to the survival of the family.

What's more, Liu Bao also has selfish motives and is unwilling to just quit the stage. "Forget it, once the property of this generation of county is taken out, what will be left of my Liu family? I will definitely return to a weak family. Even if Liu Ji is outside as the prefect, it will not help, because Liu Ji may not be promoted. Only the Liu family, which is poor, weak and without threats, can survive under the eyes of the prefect. In such a family, what difference does it make between who is in power and who is out of power?"

After thinking about this, Liu Bao had no choice but to nod in agreement and then left.

Then Chen Zi walked in. Before he could stand still, he said: "The Liu family must be seriously injured this time. Even if they don't say it, there must be resentment in their hearts. After all, Liu Bao is also a member of the Liu family. He stayed in the county." In the Prime Minister’s position, if there is someone else’s idea, it will have an impact on the entire situation.”

"Yes," Chen Zhi nodded, "Of course this matter must be done thoroughly to avoid future troubles, but even if the Liu family is suppressed as a whole, I still have to be careful. It is better to keep someone in front of me, which will make it easier to grasp and understand the situation. What's more, the Daijun family was suppressed by me. The Zheng family and the Liu family declined, but the disciples are still there. It will take some time for a complete decline. This kind of family is the best tool for some people to use..."

Chen Zi was stunned: "What do you mean?"

"Now, the entire Dai County is under my control. It is difficult to achieve quick results with a strong attack method. Choosing a family as an internal response and cooperation is undoubtedly the ideal goal. You said that at this time, the Zheng family and the Liu family are Not a good choice? Then try to control the people of these two families, it will definitely have miraculous effects."

Chen Zi pondered for a moment and nodded.

At this time, someone finally came to report that Bao Jingyan's carriage had entered the city.

"Okay, come with me to greet Mr. Bao." Chen Zhi stood up, greeted Chen Zi first, and then sent an order to all the officials in the city to come forward to greet Bao Jingyan, "He is on an envoy this time. But I have suffered a lot of grievances, but I have not lost the status of Daijun, and I have merit."

Chen Zi nodded, followed Chen Zhi, and suddenly said: "Does the prefect have any plans regarding the rewards for the Yang brothers? These two have made great military achievements and must be rewarded heavily."

"Of course, but this county guard's office is the place where the imperial court rules and orders. It's not easy to reward and punish people. I should strive for the title of General of the Northern Expedition. The relevant matters are all in the memorial to report the victory. It will probably happen soon. Arrive in the capital."

While talking, everyone gathered and arrived at the east gate of the city, just in time to see the carriage entering the city.

What follows is a process.

As a result, the entire city became more and more lively, filled with a prosperous atmosphere, replacing the original caution after the disaster.

"This Dai County will definitely develop a lot in the future, but I didn't expect that the two major armies attacking this time and the military siege of Dai County would be lifted so quickly, and our servants have not even been used yet. "

Among the welcoming crowd, Zhang Jingsheng and others were among them. The whole city watched and couldn't help but sigh.

Wang Kuai smiled bitterly and said: "It's funny that at first, we were always worried that when the servants arrived, they would be forcibly requisitioned by Chen Zhi, so we made preparations to deal with it, but it was unfounded."

"It goes without saying that, who can say clearly about the military affairs? It's always changing. The key is what should we do next?" Luo Yang looked open-minded, "When can we get this tomb?" , you can’t stay here forever, right?”

"It's hard to say." Lu Jian shook his head and chuckled, "There was another letter from my family, and this time it was not stopped by Daijun, and it fell directly into my hands. It was clearly stated in it, let me continue to stay. Purchasing a real estate will make it easier to settle down, and will also help the family to connect with Governor Chen. I believe you will get the news soon."

As soon as these words were said, everyone couldn't help but sigh, and seemed to feel the same way.

The king quickly said: "I have news here that the imperial court may give Governor Chen a title and let him gradually take over Youzhou."

Zhang Jingsheng's expression changed slightly: "If this is the case, then the situation will be complicated! That Dai County may become the center of the whirlpool, which is particularly dangerous, but it still depends on what the court means."

As he finished speaking, a voice suddenly came from behind——

"The more dangerous the place, the safer it is; the more whirlpool the place, the more it can push people upward. This is the way of yin and yang. Why should you gentlemen worry?"

Everyone was shocked when they heard the words, followed the sound, and they saw a Taoist with a wide robe and sleeves, if it wasn't Li Buni, who was it?

(End of this chapter)