I, Liu Bian, Sanxing Han Dynasty

Chapter 10 What is a faint king?

Zhang Rang retorted: "Fu Xie gave up without fighting, destroyed his own morale, and gained the prestige of others. He framed the governor out of thin air, and if he didn't punish him, it would be your majesty's mercy. Moreover, Fu Xie had been at odds with Geng Bi last year, how could he have known this? Isn’t the letter written for revenge?”

Emperor Ling also said: "We give up before we fight. Heng Heng. When Geng Bi's memorial arrives, let's discuss it together at court!"

After saying that, Emperor Ling returned to his happy look. He took out a glass of wine from somewhere and drank it in one gulp: "Lu Qing, let's rejoice with all the heroes today!"

Zhang Rang, who was serving next to him, quickly echoed: "We can't chill the heart of the hero!"

After hearing Zhang Rang's words, even Lu Zhi couldn't help but clenched his fists. But he still had sense and knew that if he beat Zhang Rang on the spot, he would never be able to persuade Ling Emperor again.

Lu Zhi wanted to persuade him again, but Emperor Ling obviously didn't want to pay attention to him anymore.

Liu Bian looked at Emperor Ling blankly, feeling that he had gained more knowledge. Could things have been resolved this way?

If Emperor Ling had any foresight, he would not be so indifferent as he is now.

If this is not called a faint king, then what is called a faint king?

Liu Bian originally watched Emperor Ling handle official documents, and his impression of him had changed somewhat, but now it seems that his true colors have been revealed at the critical moment. National affairs are important, but what can compare with his enjoyment!

He looked at Zhang Rang again. How could the latter not be called a sycophant when he acted based on his superiors' intentions?

Judging from the information about Liangzhou that Liu Bian can currently obtain, Fu Xie's memorial is reasonable and well-founded. Even if he did not want to listen to the family's opinions, Lu Zhi also suggested that Huang Fusong should be asked about Liangzhou affairs.

The simplest reason is that Huangfu Song and Zhang Wen led the elite soldiers from the central government successively but failed to capture the Liangzhou rebels and could only repel them; where did Geng Bi rely on the temporary recruitment of new soldiers, where did he get the confidence? Woolen cloth!

It is not good to say defeat before fighting, but when the battle is actually defeated, it will be too late. The last time the rebels attacked Sanfu, only one part was defeated by Zhang Wen, and the overall strength was not greatly affected. Now, if Geng Bi allows the rebels to unite again, there will probably be another Sanfu rebellion.

I can only say that I am truly yours, Ling Emperor, and you are worthy of being yours!

Seeing that Emperor Ling was about to leave, Liu Bian hurriedly stepped forward to stop him and said, "Father, I think what Lu Shangshu said makes sense."

The smile on Zhang Rang's face remained unchanged, but he was complaining in his heart. He was so focused on trying to figure out His Majesty's thoughts that he forgot that there was a Shi Hou next to him.

Liu Bian felt that he could only treat a dead horse as a live doctor, and persuaded him: "Before thinking about victory, consider defeat first. This is a very careful consideration. It is precisely because the ministers know that the father will not be blamed for this, so they speak freely. . My father is looking for General Huangfu to come and inquire. It won’t waste too much time, and it won’t prevent my father from having fun with all the heroes.”

After Liu Bian finished speaking, Zhang Rang immediately echoed: "Your Majesty, I heard what Your Highness said and it makes sense. Anyway, it won't take too long."

Emperor Ling sighed and said, "Just follow what Bian'er said!"

Did you actually persuade him to stop?

Liu Bian suddenly felt that Zhang Rang had suddenly become more pleasing to the eye.

Emperor Ling continued to go out to have fun, while Liu Bian and Lu Zhi were waiting for Huangfu Song's arrival in the house. Before they could say a few words, Zhang Rang came back and told Liu Bian that Emperor Ling was calling him outside to have fun together.

Liu Bian nodded at Lu Zhi and followed Zhang Rang out.

As soon as he left the house, Zhang Rang whispered to Liu Bian: "Your Highness, no matter what His Majesty says later, you must follow His Majesty's wishes!"

Liu Bian was puzzled. Could it be that Emperor Ling still wanted to persuade him?

He asked: "Does Mr. Zhang know why my father is unwilling to make early preparations for Liangzhou? Didn't the last court meeting also have results?"

Zhang Rang shook his head and said, "Your Highness will know later...he's here." As soon as he finished speaking, Liu Bian saw Emperor Ling who was drinking.

Emperor Ling waved his hand, waited for Liu Bian to approach, and said, "You know, Bian'er, after the attack on Xingyang and the reward, the treasury is almost empty."

So, is the lack of money in the treasury the reason why Emperor Ling is unwilling to send troops to Liangzhou anymore?

Liu Bian suddenly had an idea and said to Emperor Ling: "Don't you still have money from Xiyuan? I didn't understand why my father sold his official position at first, but today I found out that it turns out that my father is all saving money for the country, and my father is doing it for the country." It’s actually a lot of effort!”

Listening to Liu Bian's words of admiration, Emperor Ling was speechless for a moment. He couldn't say that the money from Xiyuan was for building a garden for his enjoyment.

However, although he couldn't say it out loud, he was not happy to ask Emperor Ling to use Xiyuan's money for military expenses.

Liu Bian noticed Emperor Ling's entanglement. He understood that it was very difficult to get Emperor Ling to give away private money willingly, especially now that the situation in Liangzhou had not completely deteriorated. Only those who could predict this trend could do so.

But he thought, there is no money in the treasury, but there are people who have money!

For example, Shi Changshi, and Cao Cao's father, Cao Song.

Liu Bian remembered very clearly that in history, Cao Song spent 100 million yuan to buy Sangong.

The reason why he could remember it so clearly was because Cao Song was a notorious injustice. He was dismissed from office after only a few months due to natural and man-made disasters.

Cui Lie only spent 5 million to buy Situ, one of the three masters, and it has been more than two years now.

Selling one's official position is not good, but if one sells one's official position in order to regain Liangzhou, at least it sounds nicer.

When Liu Bian came to his senses, he saw Zhang Rang winking at him anxiously, probably telling him not to mention the Xiyuan money.

Even so, Liu Bian still expressed his idea: "Father, I heard that people who bought officials in Xiyuan in the past were always criticized by scholars. Cui Situ originally had a good reputation, but later he was disliked for his reputation. Bronze stink. I think we can set up money to recapture Liangzhou in Xiyuan. This money is not to buy officials, but to support the soldiers who recaptured Liangzhou. The imperial court awarded them official positions, not to sell officials, but to praise them for destroying families and relieving difficulties. , the moral character of not caring about personal gain for national affairs.”

This was Liu Bian's inspiration from the game of drawing cards and skins that he had been exposed to in his previous life. He put it another way to avoid it.

After hearing this, Emperor Ling applauded and said to Zhang Rang: "Bian'er is still wise. From now on, Xiyuan will do as Bian'er said!"

Seeing that Emperor Ling agreed, Liu Bian hesitated for a moment and continued to persuade: "Even if this method is implemented, I am afraid that Xiyuan will not be able to raise enough money in a short period of time. If my father is willing to advance some..."

Emperor Ling's face turned dark again. The most important reason why he agreed so quickly just now was that he didn't have to take money out of his pocket.

Seeing this, Liu Bian immediately changed his mind: "Just think of it as a loan, and I will make up for it later from the money recovered from Liangzhou..."

Emperor Ling hesitated again.

Zhang Rang, who was standing next to him, thought of how Shi Hou argued with the general for them a few days ago. He also had to prove his worth to Shi Hou!

(End of this chapter)