I, Liu Bian, Sanxing Han Dynasty

Chapter 242 Statement

Lu Zhi was unwilling to let the solution of the matter rely entirely on the wisdom of future generations.

Forefathers planted trees for future generations to enjoy the shade. Even if the problem cannot be solved in their own lifetime, they should try their best to make more preparations for future generations.

Lu Zhi heard that Ma Rixi's attitude had softened in his words, and also heard Ma Rixi's true thoughts.

Ma Rixi's ideas are very conservative, but this conservatism is in line with the ideas of most ministers.

In the past, when the country was in trouble, it was natural to take extraordinary measures. In troubled times, it is necessary to use heavy rules. Bureaucrats are a little bit more miserable and their grievances are not completely unacceptable. After all, if the skin is gone, the hair will not be attached.

But now that the country seems to have recovered and is no longer in danger of overthrowing, naturally no one wants to be wronged anymore. It is better to let the country return to the stable old road and then repair it.

Lu Zhi came to Taiwei's Mansion this time, of course, not only to talk to Ma Rixi, but also to hope that Ma Rixi could continue to work together with him and Liu Bian.

He pointed out the most fundamental problem: "The current great governance is only superficial and does not touch the long-standing hidden dangers of the Han Dynasty. How many people and acres of land are hidden in the hundreds of counties in the world? How many county officials are sent by the imperial court to various places? Can you really make decisions for the people?"

"As Uncle Weng said, even if we do it slowly, we will never sit still and wait for death."

He Miao and Ma Rixi sat below Lu Zhi, one on the left and one on the right, followed by Yang Xu, the lord of this place, and Fan Ling.

"The Uncle Ma Weng I know would never have such thoughts!"

"But isn't that the duty of the old ministers like me?"

Seeing Lu Zhi and Ma Rixi coming, everyone immediately welcomed them under the leadership of He Miao.

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Generals He Miao, Situ Yangxu, Sikong Fanling, Yushi Zhongcheng Yuanji, Taichang Caiyong, Jinwu Cui Lie, Henan Yin Yuanshu, and Taixue Jijiu Yang Zhong who seemed to be unqualified in terms of official rank.

Apart from Liu Bian, these five people are already the most powerful in the Han Dynasty.

Lu Zhi's tone became passionate: "Uncle Weng feels that things are in a hurry, then go slower, and still slower, as long as you don't stop. If you are afraid of chaos in the country, then work hard to repair your soldiers and armor, and promote strong generals in the ranks."

Lu Zhi smiled and led Ma Rixi to the Situ Mansion next to the Taiwei Mansion. In the small court hall, Ma Rixi saw several ministers already waiting here.

"Now that Yangzhou is working in the fields, the barbarians in the two counties north of the Yangtze River are difficult to deal with. Before it is the turn of the south of the Yangtze River, they have caused such a disturbance in the open. Liu Biao of Jingzhou seems to be at odds with Zhou Qian, the governor, and is facing a civil uprising in the Jiaozhi tribe. The road to Yizhou is long. , Huan Dian and Zhong Fu get along well, but in the end there is not much progress. In the dark, in the future, there are still many twists and turns. "

Lu Zhi spent a lot of time talking to Ma Rixi. He didn't want to talk nonsense here, and he sat down unceremoniously when he was brought to the main seat. Then he said directly: "Today, I invite Taichang, Zhijinwu, Henan Yin, Yushi Zhongcheng, and Taixue to offer wine for one thing only. This is the discussion of things in the capital! I invite the three generals to come here, one to give a testimony, and the other The material discussion in Beijing also involves us, and I want to use this to distinguish right from wrong."

"There will always be a way. Emperor Guangwu has capable ministers and generals to quell the chaos in the country. Are we inferior to our ancestors?"

The five ministers who were invited were all solemn.

Without waiting for others to speak, Lu Zhi continued: "Your Majesty does not want to be punished for his words, so he has never restricted the officials and scholars of Luoyang and the imperial students from discussing political affairs, so that the channels of speech can be smoothed. However, the Beijing Material Discussion Committee is really not It’s just like that, how can I, the imperial minister, bewitch the emperor with his great general and imperial lieutenant?”

"Such remarks can be circulated in many places, how ridiculous!" After Lu Zhi finished reprimanding, he looked at Yang Zhong: "What can you say about offering wine? As far as I know, there are not a few people who make such comments in the Imperial Academy. The wine sacrificer must know the truth, right?"

Faced with Lu Zhi's questioning, Yang Zhong was speechless for a moment. Lu Zhi was telling the truth, and the charges in the discussion... Yang Zhong, as Yang Biao's disciple, of course knew that there must be no mistakes in farming, and in front of the parties involved In front of others, you scolded others for bewitching the emperor? This is not the way to seek death.

He had no choice but to answer, so he could only find something to say: "Now that Zhang has Zhao Zhong and other ministers serving in the Tian family, the students also have doubts about this..."

He Miao said at this time: "Since the reign of Guangxi, the gifts and money in Xiyuan have been stopped, and all the regular servants except Bi Lan have been tied up in the palace by His Majesty. There are also three ministers who have assisted the government. If there are any regular servants, How can we not know that we are masters of power?"

After Cai Yong became Taichang, he had a lot of contact with Yang Zhong, and the two had always been on good terms with each other. Although he also felt that the current Beijing Property Discussion was a bit excessive, he still defended Yang Zhong: "Since the expansion of Taixue, the students of Taixue have criticized the shortcomings of the times, spoken out for justice, stirred up the turmoil and promoted the clear, and called it a 'clear discussion'. Although there are mistakes and omissions today. However, there are also opponents of this statement and it cannot reach a consensus."

"I think that after more time, the true knowledge and insights will be revealed. This is in line with Your Majesty's desire not to block the way of speech."

Cui Lie had already suffered from the public debate over his purchase of an official position and was unwilling to speak on it. He only thought about doing what Lu Zhi said.

Yuan Shu wanted to say something, but Yuan Ji winked at him, hesitated for a moment, and finally closed his mouth.

Lu Zhi did not dwell on the issue of smooth communication. He changed the topic: "Among all the princes here, there is no one who has spent more time with His Majesty than me, not even the general."

He Miao nodded repeatedly.

Lu Zhi nodded to He Miao, and then said: "Although there is a suspicion of talking about the emperor this time, if I don't say this, some people may not pay enough attention! Your Majesty has a benefit, and all the princes can benefit from it. If for some reason you can If your Majesty is deprived of this benefit by avoiding something, the gain will definitely outweigh the loss, and you will regret it too late in the future."

Fan Ling raised his hands and asked, "May I ask Taifu, what's the benefit?"

Lu Zhi said: "Today, I am a reasonable person."

The ministers present all felt strange for a moment when they first heard it, but then they gradually came to their senses.

Everyone present had experienced the time of Emperor Xian and understood the benefits of being reasonable.

"As far as I know, His Majesty has only failed to be reasonable once. But there was a reason for that incident, so it can be considered reasonable." As he said, Lu Zhi glanced at Yuan Ji, who noticed Lu Zhi's gaze and subconsciously turned away. Head down.

Without further mentioning this aspect, Lu Zhi looked around at the people present and said, "I don't think you all want to see His Majesty change in this aspect!"

Cai Yong stopped talking.

If Emperor Xian could be reasonable, why would he rely on the Yang family and be forced to hide in Wu for so many years.

Cui Lie said: "How to do it specifically, please ask the Grand Master to give you instructions. I will follow you all the way up and down."

With Cui Lie in the lead, Yuan Ji followed immediately, and Yuan Shu did the same.

Cai Yong also expressed his position after hesitation.

(End of this chapter)