Sui Dynasty: I, Yang Guang, am both scrupulous and stable

Chapter 182 Yang Guang’s Weakness

When Yang Yong and the Crown Princess got the news that Yang Guang had Yuan Xiaoju under house arrest, they hurried back.

The princess was worried that something would happen to her father, so Yang Yong saw a rare opportunity to target Yang Guang.

"Father, are you okay?"

Yuan Xiaoju did not answer but first said to the prince: "Old minister, see your highness the prince."

"Father-in-law, we heard that the second brother actually dared to put you under house arrest, so he rushed back right now. Is this true?"

Yuan Xiaoju nodded.

Seeing her father nodding, the Crown Princess became furious: "The King of Jin has gone too far to deceive others. My father is a veteran of the Sui Dynasty and the Prime Minister of Yifangzhong. Why should he put his father under house arrest? Your Highness, please make the decision for your father."

"Of course!" Yang Yong gritted his teeth and said, "My second brother always doesn't follow the rules, but I didn't expect that he would be so arbitrary. My father-in-law, please wait a minute. I'm going to find him right away and settle the score with him."

Yuan Xiaoju was very relieved to see the two of them behave like this, but considering Yang Yong's ability to do things, if he went to Yang Guang so rashly, he might be tricked by Yang Guang.

Then he said miserably: "His Royal Highness, forget it. I have been wronged a little and let this matter be settled." He seemed to be a sufferer.

"No, it can't be left alone."

"His Royal Highness, Your Majesty didn't pursue it, so let's forget it."

"Absolutely not, my father is so indulging in Prince Jin, we can't let him get his wish."

"His Royal Highness, let's think about it for a long time. I am very pleased that you are so caring for me. Your Highness, King Jin, still puts me under house arrest even though he knows the relationship between me and His Highness. It is a slap in the face of His Highness. But to deal with King Jin, we must Think long-term and don’t rush.”

"Father-in-law, what do you think we should do?"

"Think long-term. If there are no good opportunities, take action slowly. Don't rush."

But Yang Yong couldn't hold back his anger, and he still looked angry. Yuan Xiaoju changed the subject: "Your Highness, how is the land of Northern Qi going during the time you have been away?"

"I inspected many cities. Generally speaking, they are pretty good. Notable families and famous families from all over the country come to pay their respects. I am the only one who obeys."

Speaking of this, Yang Yong became very excited. He was not very happy about this trip, but when he arrived at a place, he was almost treated as an emperor. The local noble families all fawned over him. This kind of At this time, Yang Yong was in a good mood along the way.

"Has His Highness the Crown Prince checked the accounts and government affairs of various places?"

Yang Yong was a little embarrassed, so he looked around and said: "I basically read it once, and there is nothing wrong with it."

Yuan Xiaoju was greatly disappointed. The emperor gave Yang Yong such great authority. He went around for a long time and replied that there was no problem. Is it really possible that there would be no problem?

impossible.

Yang Yong should have used both kindness and power this time, punishing some people for certain things, supporting some of his own forces to take charge of local power, and cultivating a large number of capable supporters for himself. This is the biggest gain of this trip.

You must know Yang Guang, even if the emperor did not give him administrative power, he would find a way to suppress himself, the local leader.

But as for Yang Yong, walking around and getting lost in the sweet traps created by prominent families in various places is equivalent to going everywhere to feel the local customs and travel around. What's the use of that?
Confused, confused.

Yuan Xiaoju finally understood Yang Yong's abilities. He was disappointed, but it was also an expected disappointment. He was not very capable, but he knew people well and used them well, which was enough to make him a loyal king.

"His Royal Highness, when you come back this time, you also plan to go back to Daxing City."

"Of course, yes, I have to go back after being out for so long. The northern front is now tense. I don't know when the Turks will fight. I have to go back to Daxing City to stand by."

Yuan Xiaoju had a different opinion than him: "Your Highness, I do not recommend that you recommend yourself to lead troops into battle with His Majesty at any time."

"Why? I fought a battle before, and I fought with great dignity, and I also established my own prestige in the army."

Yuan Xiaoju didn't think so: "Your Highness, things are unpredictable and the Turks are ferocious. Once we go to the battlefield, anything can happen. If something unexpected happens, everything else will be in vain."

If a person dies, then others can only reap the benefits.

Yang Yong thought for a moment and then responded: "My father-in-law is right."

In fact, the last time Yang Yong fought, he saw the evil deeds committed by the Turkic soldiers in the city and saw the hell-like scene on earth. His heart was already filled with fear. He just said that it was too embarrassing to dare to fight. At this time, he followed Yuan Yong. If you are filial, you will naturally be happy.

Yang Yong continued: "I have fought in a war. Logically speaking, it should be the second brother who goes to the battlefield to fight."

Yuan Xiaoju was surprised by Yang Yong's reaction speed at this time. He only felt that Yang Yong was not a stupid person, and he should even be as smart as Yang Guangcai, but he was always slipping up, and only showed it very occasionally. Come out of your own head.

"What His Highness said is absolutely true. His Highness the King of Jin is now the Great Sima in the world. He should have gone to the battlefield. This time when he returns to Daxing City, I would like to ask His Highness to make arrangements in various ways. The veterans will also try their best to help. Previously, His Highness the King of Jin was meeting with the veterans in the court. Debate, once said that the emperor will guard the country and his children and grandchildren will die in the country, this time can be used, and the veteran has understood the weakness of His Highness the King of Jin."

"Weakness? What's the weakness of the second dick?" "It's too hard."

"what?"

"His Royal Highness the King of Jin seems to be smooth and the city is extremely deep, but once he encounters some bottom-line issues, his attitude is extremely tough. He and I argued in the court before, and I said that we can send the princess to make peace with the Turks. I didn't say a word before. His Royal Highness, Prince of Jin, immediately argued with me in a righteous manner, and then said that the emperor guarded the country and his grandchildren died in the country."

"This time I encountered the matter of Magu eating lamb. He obviously had so many better ways to deal with it, but he chose to offend me and put himself in danger. He is a person who is hypocritical to the extreme and thinks he represents The common people represent justice and can be called the contemporary Liu Bei."

Yuan Xiaoju continued with a disdainful smile: "This is his biggest weakness. Now we don't have to confront him head-on. Instead, we continue to promote public opinion and guide the direction of the court, and finally let our Grand Sima of the Sui Dynasty personally Lead the troops to the battlefield.”

Yang Yong's expression was sinister: "Yes, although this boy is a great Sima, he has no foundation in the army. When the time comes, there will be no swords and eyes on the battlefield, and anything can happen."

The two looked at each other and smiled, this is what they will do next.

Yang Yong thought for a while and said: "Zhang-in-law, I still have to go see my second son. Don't worry, I won't hold him accountable. Just pretend that this thing didn't happen. It's not good if we don't go to see him after we all go to the city."

……

Yang Yong rushed to Yang Guang's residence.

When he learned about Yang Yong's visit, Yang Guang naturally couldn't neglect it and quickly welcomed him out of the house. However, he saw that Yang Yong was riding a tall horse and didn't seem to have any intention of dismounting.

"My younger brother Yang Guang has met His Highness the Crown Prince."

Yang Yong still had no intention of dismounting, but rode up to the steps: "Second brother, the noise you have made in Luoyang City during this period is really loud. I can hear it from time to time outside."

"Thank you for your concern, Your Highness the Crown Prince. Perhaps you are paying too much attention to your younger brother."

"Hmph, I'm returning to Beijing today and passing by Luoyang. I'm here to see you, my brother. That's it. I'm leaving."

He left as soon as he came. This time the prince did things as quickly as he did as a person.

Yang Guang didn't understand what Yang Yong meant. He seemed to be demonstrating. He didn't even get off his horse, just said hello and left.

Yuan Tiantian walked to Yang Guang and said: "His Royal Highness the King of Jin, His Royal Highness the Crown Prince has returned to Beijing, and we must hurry back to Beijing."

"Well, Wang Yi sent a letter to inform Li Yuan, asking Li Yuan to arrange for people to come and take this opportunity to establish a branch of the Construction Bureau, build a workshop, and build dormitories for the soldiers in Luoyang City. When the Construction Bureau needs manpower, Priority will be given to the families of military households, and some positions that do not require publicity will be done by disabled military households. We will set off back to Daxing soon."

"Your Highness is wise, I will go now."

At this time, Yuan Tiantian looked embarrassed and said: "Your Highness, I will stay in Luoyang and not accompany you back."

"Why?"

"This slave doesn't know how to face the princess."

Now that Yuan Tiantian has been taken in by Yang Guang, the identity of Xiao Menglan's little maid will be different if she goes back. She is worried that Xiao Menglan will think too much because of this. How could he not think too much?After all, it is not uncommon these days for maids and envoys to seduce their masters for glory and wealth.

"Now that the deal is done, we can't hide it. Just go back with me this time. I will tell Meng Lan. After all, it was me who did it."

"But Your Highness, I'm still worried."

"Let me ask you, do you want to be a concubine of Prince Jin's palace or continue to be Meng Lan's maid?"

Faced with such a dilemma, Yuan Tiantian said bluntly: "A slave will always be the princess's maid, but...but she also wants to be the prince's concubine."

This is in line with normal people's thoughts. Yang Guang said directly: "Yes, but not yet. I will treat you like a concubine, but you also know my mother's temperament. At least on the surface, I can't recognize it for the time being." Get off you."

Yuan Tiantian was a little disappointed, but he also understood Yang Guang's behavior. The princess still had no heirs. If she accepted a concubine at this time, she believed that both the princess herself and Queen Dugu would be dissatisfied.

Yang Guang touched Yuan Tiantian's head: "Do you believe in my character?"

"Of course I believe this. I will obey His Highness's arrangements in everything."

"Well, let's get ready. We are also going back to Daxing City. I always feel that my eldest brother came to me today for a deeper purpose, but I don't understand. Let's just take it one step at a time."

At this time Li Feng trotted in: "Your Highness, good news."

"What good news?"

"Wei Chen has just received the news that Li Jing is on his way back to Daxing City. He will arrive in Luoyang soon. He can go back to Beijing with His Highness."

(End of this chapter)