Thousand-year-old family: its rise began with Shang Yang’s reforms

Chapter 252 The burst of ambition

Is there anyone else in the world who can help Liu Heng?
Probably yes.

But it is definitely not something Liu Heng can have access to at the moment. There is only one choice left in front of Liu Heng, and that is "Chen Family Chen Bi", and only Chen Bi can solve this problem perfectly.

That's why Chen Bi was in such a wonderful mood at this time.

After returning to the mansion, Chen Bi sat in the backyard and even happily took out his piano and played it gently, with a slight look of joy on his face.

And it was in this situation that the sound of hurried footsteps quietly sounded from a distance.

Chen Bi looked at the silk in his hand. His joy was completely shattered by the sudden news. He immediately stood up with a serious look on his face.

"Go and send news to Guandu. Please ask Third Uncle to come to Chang'an City immediately after receiving the news."

His expression was gloomy: "Use the speed of "Thousand Miles Expedited"."

"Besides, prepare a car for me. I want to go to the palace to see His Majesty!"

Chen Bi frowned: "Your Majesty, this matter is important. Please invite the Prime Minister, General and others to the palace to discuss it together."

In order to save Liu Bang from asking nonsense, Chen Bi even said directly: "There is a disciple of the Chen family who is a merchant. This person had a good relationship with the third prince of the Huns when he was doing business with the Huns. The third prince once told this story while drunk. matter."

"And he has no contact with the county governor and others in the local area. The only person he is familiar with is his mentor back then, a certain gentleman from the Chen family."

"The Huns should not know anything at this time."

Then the only thing he pursues is "Sealing the Wolf and Living in Xu" in martial arts.

"His Majesty!"

As an emperor, if you can seal the wolf as a surrogate
But just now Chen Bi had already reached that point. He also invited the "third uncle" of the family and the letters of Lord Wu An, and also said that the general Han Xin was headed by the above
On top of this situation, Chen Bi also said that the Huns were coming this time with great ferocity, and they were afraid of a situation that would last until death.
At this time, Liu Bang felt that if he said that he wanted to be a charioteer, he would feel that he was being a little willful without Chen Bi saying anything.

The chamberlain knelt on the ground, his voice trembling, and he obviously knew his Majesty's temper.

The front hall of Changle Palace.

Liu Bang hesitated for a few times, but in the end he still didn't say what was in his heart.

"Perhaps we can help the General then."

After the chamberlain went to summon people, Liu Bang took a breath. He looked at Chen Bi and asked with slight curiosity: "Sir's third uncle, who is his descendant?"

"After the merchant learned the news, he hesitated for a while and finally went to Guandu to inform Mr. Chen."

"I have invited my third uncle to come to Chang'an City."

"So your Majesty has nothing to worry about."

"The new Xiongnu Great Khan seems to have begun to feel that the power of the Central Plains Dynasty is no longer enough to suppress them, so he is preparing to go south to attack the Central Plains this autumn in order to wash away the grievances of the past with blood."

He looked at Liu Bang, and even in this tense atmosphere, he had the intention to appease Liu Bang's suspicions: "Xing Shang originally wanted to come to Chang'an City to inform His Majesty, but after several twists and turns, he was intercepted and killed and could not come to Chang'an City."

"At that time, our ancestors recorded what they saw along the way in handwritten notes, and also compiled and recorded their military art and other experiences into a volume of "Chen's Art of War." The third uncle studied it since he was a child. Although he did not fight in actual combat, this time the generals and leaders above only briefly It’s okay to take a look at the situation.”

Liu Bang's expression suddenly sobered up, and he said decisively: "Please!"

He didn't even put on his coat, he simply put on his clothes and walked towards the front hall of Changle Palace. He was still thinking about what could make a calm person like Chen Bi so anxious.

"It has been just half a month since the merchant learned the news. Uncle Qi is cautious, so he did not reveal the news to anyone and allowed the merchant to fake his death."

Liu Bang nodded while listening, then looked directly at the waiter beside him and said: "What are you still waiting for? Go now!"

Liu Bang actually wanted to "conquer personally". After all, this matter was a huge "temptation" for Liu Bang. Which emperor can refuse "civilian and martial arts" is top-notch?
Wenzhi has been demonstrated in the process of governing the world in the past few years. Liu Bang can be very proud to say that although most of the credit is not his, but he is not too proud to say that his Wenzhi is "wise", right?

He said clearly: "When the Central Plains Dynasty experienced several years of war, the Xiongnu side had been guarding Langjuxu Mountain to develop their own strength. At this time, it had been nearly a year since the last time the ancestor Wu Anjun crippled him. It’s been a hundred years.”

Liu Bang, who was resting, was suddenly awakened by the chamberlain beside him. His expression was angry and gloomy, but he didn't say anything because the chamberlain didn't have the guts to wake him up while he was sleeping for no reason at this time. .

"what is going on?"

"Chen Bi asked to see you while offering wine. He said he had urgent matters to see your Majesty."

"Why did the Huns suddenly launch an attack on the Central Plains?"

Liu Bang looked back at Chen Bi and asked, "Sir, how do you think this matter should be handled?"

He sighed silently and suppressed the thoughts in his heart.

Chen Bi smiled slightly, with a hint of confidence on his face.

The words were spoken smoothly and in an orderly manner. When Liu Bang first heard the news, he felt a little relieved. He walked barefoot in the hall with a gloomy expression.

Chen Bi's voice was very cautious: "Since the Xiongnu sent troops this time to avenge their humiliation, I'm afraid those who came are not good."

When Chen Bi saw Liu Bang, he even forgot to salute, and said directly: "Your Majesty, I have received news from my family that there is something strange happening with the Xiongnu."

"What's the matter?"

An urgent matter? Even asking Chen Bi to go to the palace overnight to ask for an audience?

Amidst the rumbling sound, Chen's huge machine that makes people feel fear at a glance began to operate.

Changle Palace

"Yes, he is a descendant of the fifth ancestor "Wu'an Jun", and also the eldest grandson of the second Wu'an Jun "Chen Zan"!"

"So he found Uncle Qi. After Uncle Qi knew the news, he sent a letter directly without hesitation."

"I'm just afraid."

While waiting for Xiao He and others for half an hour, Chen Bi was analyzing the Xiongnu's purpose and possible tactics for Liu Bang.

Half an hour later, Xiao He and others finally arrived in Changle Palace in a hurry.

It can be seen from the dressing of the three of them that after hearing the news, the three of them were as panicked as Liu Bang, and they came immediately without even tidying up their clothes.

"Your Majesty, I wonder why you summoned us at night?"

Xiao He and Cao Shen both looked tired. After all, they had dealt with government affairs for a day during the day.

Han Xin frowned slightly. He obviously sensed something with a "general" sixth sense. What on earth did he need to find two prime ministers and a descendant of the Chen family, and even bring him as a general with him? ?

Han Xin had an almost absurd guess in his mind, but it made him feel excited. Could it be.
When Liu Bang's words came to light, Han Xin felt excited that "it's true."

The Huns go south!

I don’t blame Han Xin for being excited, but because for a general, being trapped in Chang’an City is not a good thing. But now that the world has not been stable for a long time, how can Han Xin dare to start another war?

But dealing with the Huns was different.
Fighting against the Xiongnu is something that cannot be ignored or considered for any dynasty.

How could the Central Plains dynasty be bullied by barbarians?
So when Liu Bang looked at Han Xin and said that he wanted Han Xin to be the "chief general" and asked the descendant of Wu Anjun in the Chen family to hold the "letter" as his deputy general to resist the Huns, Han Xin did not hesitate at all. .

He stood up immediately: "I obey your order!"

Han Xin raised his head, his black hair falling behind him, with confidence on his face: "I will surely learn from Lord Wu An's work and drive the Xiongnu away from Langjuxu Mountain!"

"Let these barbarians know that under His Majesty's rule, our Central Plains is full of talented people!"

"Not weaker than before!"

Liu Bang was inexplicably flattered, but after careful reflection, he felt that it was pretty good.
Although he was not able to lead the expedition in person, Han Xin attributed half of the credit to himself. If he could share the credit, why take the risk himself?

Perhaps for other emperors, it was more important to take credit for their own merits, but for Liu Bang?
Forget it, as long as you have merit, your own safety is the most important.

In the seventh year of the Qin Dynasty, it was the end of summer.

The emperor worshiped the Chen family as an official, and "Chen De", a descendant of Lord Wu'an, became the general and ordered the world to recruit troops.

At the end of summer in the seventh year of the Qin Dynasty, when the autumn wind had just begun to rise, people were still confused as to why the emperor suddenly announced the conscription. But ten days later, the news spread throughout the world.

The Huns invaded the border!

Shock the world!

Although Liu Bang was well prepared, there were still casualties in the border cities, which was inevitable.

In the seventh year of the Qin Dynasty, it was the beginning of autumn.

When the first rain of autumn fell on the ground, the emperor issued an edict.

Emperor's edict: to appoint General Han Xin as the chief general and General Chen De as the deputy general, lead an army of 100,000 to Northern Xinjiang, and attack the Xiongnu together with the Northern Xinjiang army.

When the news came out, the whole world was shocked.

What shocked them was not the emperor's reaction speed, but the two generals "Chen De" and "Han Xin" mentioned in the edict.

For a moment, the "feeling of fear" caused by the Huns' invasion dissipated a lot.

What else is there to be afraid of at this time?
There are descendants of Lord Wu'an here, and General Han Xin, the Marquis of Huaiyin, who is known as the "Soldier Immortal" is here!

Doesn't General Chen De have any military records that can be used as "Wu'an Lord"?
Back then, Lord Wu'an was able to kill the Xiongnu in fear, so why couldn't Lord Wu'an's descendants and the Marquis of Huaiyin now?
Therefore, in the short-term surprise and fear, the Guizhou leaders continued to devote themselves to the vigorous "Autumn Harvest" and were very energetic.

Although he can't go to the battlefield, he can at least ensure the logistics of the soldiers, right?

This year is a good harvest year.

In the midst of the chaos, some things happened quietly that shouldn't have happened.

In the seventh year of the Qin Dynasty, it was autumn.

When everyone in the world is paying attention to this war, when the ministers in the court are concerned about the war and people's livelihood, when even Prince Ying rarely starts to care about government affairs, even Liu Chang, a fine man, knows this It's time to stop.

A person does something.

For the sake of the concubine's "brother", Liu Ruyi personally went to the Chang'an Order and ordered him to release the person without charge. When the Chang'an Order said that he must ask His Majesty for instructions on this matter, he directly pulled out his long sword and chopped him down. Chang'an ordered a sword, and then left with his "brother-in-law".

After this incident occurred, Liu Bang didn't pay attention at first.

In his opinion, he conquered the world, and his most beloved child, not to mention just hurting one person, what would happen even if he killed him?
Of course - in Liu Bang's ears, this matter was that Chang'an ordered to imprison Que Ye for trouble, and also made rude remarks when he went to the dignified Zhao Wang Liu Ruyi, and he drew his sword in anger.

Judging from this, Liu Ruyi still has some brains.

But judging from what happened next, Liu Ruyi really didn't have any brains.

Because he did something that even Liu Bang didn't know what to say.

He had Liu Heng pinned to the ground, and then beat to death several of the servants serving Liu Heng in front of Liu Heng, and arrogantly stated that this was the result of Liu Heng's meddling.

certainly--

With the war in full swing and Qi Ji's "turning a deaf ear", Liu Bang wanted to pick up the matter and put it down.

Therefore, he first ordered the "criminals" who killed Liu Heng and his servants to be imprisoned, and Liu Ruyi was singled out.

After that, he put the matter on hold for the time being, citing "busy state affairs" as an excuse.

Anju Gongfu
Liu Heng sat in front of Chen Bi, with a look of exhaustion and anger in his eyes. Under the fatigue was endless anger, but his anger was not because of himself.

He looked at Chen Bi opposite and said in a low voice: "I didn't feel anything when he insulted me. After all, to him, my mother and I are just an unfavored wife and prince."

"With his status, even if he kills me, perhaps my father will not say anything."

Liu Heng had doubts on his face. He looked at Chen Bi and asked, "Mr."

"But why did he kill those chamberlains? Are those chamberlains not human beings?"

"He also said in front of me that the world belongs to the Liu family, and his concubine Liu Ruyi's brother just wants a few acres of land. Why should I meddle in others' affairs? He also said that those Guizhou leaders would be executed. "

"Father also knew about this matter, but he didn't take it seriously. My father only dealt with those few servants because they "pressed me" and insulted the dignity of the royal family."

"Is the head of Guizhou really not important in their hearts?"

"Is human life so despicable?"

Chen Bi sat there, listening to Liu Heng telling his grievances, and he looked at the emotion in Liu Heng's eyes with some satisfaction.

That flash of emotion is called

"Ambition."

(End of this chapter)