A thousand-year-old family that began with the Battle of Makino

Chapter 455 Important ministers gathered to reform the official system, Shang Nan conquered Chen Qun to offer suggestions

Xuanwu five years
The fifth day of the first lunar month
The Great Sima of Zhao Han and Xu Shu, the Marquis of Dongmin, died of illness at the age of fifty-nine and were buried on the left side of Huiling.

Emperor Liu Chan went to the funeral in person to show his favor.

The seventh day of the first lunar month
Liu Chan ordered:

"Xu Shu, the Marquis of Dongmin, made outstanding contributions. He made emergency plans for the late emperor many times, and helped the Han Dynasty pacify Longshu. His achievements were outstanding. When the late emperor was still alive, he praised his filial piety many times. He was a model for the world, and he was given the title of Duke Dongmin. , to show favor and honor.”

The tenth day of the first lunar month
Liu Chan appointed Zhuge Liang, the governor of Yizhou and military advisor general, as Shizhong, Houjun, and Shangshu, and came to Yedu to assist him in controlling the state affairs. As for the post of Yizhou governor, Jia Kui, a native of Pingyang, took over.

Jiang Wei, a native of Tianshui, was appointed governor of Hanzhong to prevent Cao Han from invading Hanzhong.

February
Liu Chan asked Zhuge Liang about how to pacify the world.

Zhuge Liang replied: "Today, there is only Cao Sun. Your Majesty now controls the Hebei region, Guanlong region, Bashu region, Qingxu region, Jianghuai region, and Yanzhou. He already has the strength to wipe out the world's separatist regimes."

I really don’t know why Your Majesty is so delayed in sending troops.

When I was in Shu, I often heard that whenever His Majesty prepared to send troops to Cao and Han, he was swayed by the completely different reasons of the ministers, resulting in being unable to make a decision for several months and missing good opportunities. This is not what a qualified monarch should do.

In the past, Duke Dongmin was able to dispatch troops on his own, but now that Duke Dongmin has died of illness, there is no one in the court who can take charge of military affairs. Isn't it a misfortune for His Majesty? "

Liu Chan also knew that he had always been indecisive, so he sincerely asked: "Then what should I do according to what the minister ordered?"

Zhuge Liang replied respectfully:
"Since His Majesty is unable to make a decision, why not follow Cao Han's example, set up a Central Secretariat, and appoint several capable ministers whom His Majesty trusts to join the platform to assist His Majesty in participating in political affairs.

In this way, there is no need to bring everything to the court and ask the officials for their opinions.

The reason why the late emperor used the great court meetings and listened broadly to the opinions of his ministers was because he was able to resolve the issues at once and filter out what he needed from the complicated information.

But His Majesty is different. What I have to admit is that Your Majesty still lacks the late Emperor's ability to peel off cocoons and pull out silk threads.

In this case, with the Zhongshu Taiwan, His Majesty only needs to judge the opinions of several Zhongshu ministers in the cabinet, and there is no need to make a decision on the spot at the court meeting. "

Liu Chan said happily: "That's great. In this way, I will no longer delay important or urgent matters. But my ability is limited, and I hope this matter will be handed over to the Minister for implementation."

"My minister obeys."

Then Liu Chan issued an edict to set up a central writing desk.

The Chief of the Zhongshu Station is Zhongshu Ling, with a salary of 1,000 shi, and a green ribbon with a silver seal. Below is a number of Zhongshulang, with a salary of 600 shi, with a black ribbon with a bronze seal.

The Zhongshutai was responsible for assisting Liu Chan in drafting imperial edicts, and was also the place where the final decision was made.

Sikong Chen Qun was appointed to concurrently serve as Zhongshu Ling, and Zhuge Liang was appointed as the future general, Lu Shangshu Shi, and Shi Zhong, becoming another important minister of Zhao Han.

The ministers of Zhao and Han could clearly see that Liu Chan's emphasis on Zhuge Liang was to use Zhuge Liang as the second Xu Shu.

As for why Liu Chan trusted Zhuge Liang so much, we have to mention the lists Liu Bei proposed to him before his death, as well as Xu Shu's recommendations to Liu Chan before his death:

"After my death, Zhuge Liang of Yizhou can take over my position, and he will definitely be able to help your majesty unify the world and complete the unfinished business of the late emperor."

Although Liu Chan was too kind and soft-hearted, he relied on Liu Bei and Bai Yue's early advice to him, which allowed him to know who to trust.

March 13

When King Bai Luoyu Chaoge passed away, Taifu and Prince Bai Yi returned to the country to handle the funeral and inherit the throne.

Liu Chan also sent an envoy headed by Zhuge Liang to express condolences at Chaoge.

At the same time, an edict was issued. In order to show the honor of the Bai Kingdom and show closeness, there were many white kings or white princes who had served in Ye. They often used the prince to supervise the country, or held important court positions as the prince, which was not very appropriate.

Therefore, it is hereby allowed that the heir of King Bai can be called Duke, instead of being called Prince, he is called Duke Bai.

April
In the Zhangtai Palace of Yedu, many important ministers gathered here.

Liu Chan sat on the imperial throne. Next to him was the Queen Mother Bai Yue, who was listening to the government behind the curtain. The following people were:

Taifu, Zhongzhengling, Baiwang Baiyi; Sikong, Zhongshuling, Hou Chenqun of Tanxian County; Prime Minister, Lushangshushi, Geishizhong, Marquis Wu Zhi of Pixiang; Hou General, Lushangshushi, Geishizhong, Shuxiang Hou Zhuge Liang;
The general, governor of Yanzhou, and Marquis of Lu Hun, Baixing; the former general, the governor of Yangzhou, and the marquis of Quyang, Zhang Liao; the general of Wei, the loyal protector, Zhao Yun.

These seven people, together with Liu Chan and Bai Yue, formed the absolute power center of Zhao Han, including all important military and political officials.

Now these people are gathered here just to discuss how to pacify the world next. This matter cannot be postponed any longer.

"You are all ministers of the Han Dynasty. It has been five years since the death of the late emperor, but in five years, I only pacified Liangzhou and restored the Western Regions.

But there was no construction for Cao Han and Sun Wu, which makes me very ashamed.

I am already forty-five years old this year. If I still fail to unify the world during my reign, how can I still have the dignity to meet the late Emperor after a hundred years?
Therefore, I have brought you all together today to ask for the Southern Expedition. I also hope that you will not be stingy with your words and teach me how to bring the thieves back to life. I am very grateful. "

"I am in a state of panic, and the world is uncertain. It is actually my responsibility, but I leave it to Your Majesty. I deserve to die for my crime."

Under the leadership of Chen Qun, everyone except Bai Yi bowed down. Bai Yi sat leisurely, this matter had nothing to do with him in the first place, and he was a prince, how could he give generous gifts at every turn.

Liu Chan didn't care about Bai Yi. He invited him here this time to show respect. After all, he was the prince and a prince. If he didn't invite him, it would seem rude to Liu Chan.

This is why Bai Yue specifically asked Liu Chan to invite Bai Yi together.

Among these people, Bai Yi has a transcendent status. He is not only a vassal king, but also a relative, a courtier, and the nominal leader of a large family. His identity is really complicated.

Chen Qun is considered to be the most powerful person here. He is not only a minister of Yuan Rong, but also the actual leader of a large family. He is also the Sikong and Zhongshu Ling. He holds supervisory power in one hand and confidential power in the other.

Next is Wu Zhi, the leader of the officials, everything must be realized and executed through him.

The second one is Zhuge Liang. As Liu Chan's closest minister, he has the right to interfere with the military and political forces. It can be said that he holds real power. He also has the basic base of Shuzhong and Guanzhong, and behind him are the Yizhou, Jingzhou, and Yongzhou factions.

Finally, there are Bai Xing, Zhang Liao, and Zhao Yun. These three are the hardcore ministers, ministers of Yuan Rong, and big men in the military world.

Bai Xing inherited Guan Yu's military command in Qingxu Yan and was responsible for the war against Cao, and had great military power; Zhang Liao represented the interests of the Jianghuai region and also held great military power.

Zhao Yun is the leader of the Imperial Army and controls all the military power in Yedu and the palace. He is the one Liu Chan must rely on.

"Now that I intend to launch a southern expedition, I wonder if the country is adequately prepared?"

This sentence was obviously asked to Wu Zhi.

"Your Majesty, after several years of recuperation in the country, the surrounding barbarians have surrendered, the people are stable, the warehouses are full of grain, the warehouses are full of money, and the people's power can be mobilized at any time.

It can support His Majesty's war for a whole year. "

"How is the army? Is it capable of fighting?"

Bai Xing came out and replied: "Your Majesty, after several years of keeping a low profile, our Han Dynasty now has enough armor, our horses are fat, and our morale is high.

All the soldiers have long been looking forward to His Majesty's military orders, and the army will be ready to set off on that day. "

Liu Chan nodded with satisfaction, then looked around and asked: "Now that the army is well-prepared, we are lacking in strategy. Do you have any good strategies?"

"Your Majesty, I have a plan to subdue South Korea without a single blow."

Chen Qun stepped out and said loudly and confidently.

"Oh?" Not only Liu Chan, but also everyone else focused on Chen Qun.

"Your Majesty, you don't know. In the Cao Kingdom, the young master has succeeded to the throne. There were originally four auxiliary ministers, but now all the military and political power is in the hands of Sima Yi.

Sima Yi was born in the Sima family in Hanoi. He was smart and alert, and had talents in the world. General Zhuge should be aware of this. "

Having played against Sima Yi before, Zhuge Liang knew very well that Sima Yi would definitely give him a run for his money. He nodded honestly.

Then Chen Qun said: "Since Hanoi County surrendered to the Han Dynasty, many of the Sima family's descendants have served as officials in the court. One of them is Sima Fu, who serves as the prefect of Qinghe and is Sima Yi's younger brother.

There are also his younger brothers Sima Xun, Sima Jin, etc., who are either at home in Hanoi or serving as Lang officials in the court. It can be seen that Sima is inclined towards me, a big man.

It was only due to reasons in his early years that Sima Yi and his brother Sima Lang served as official Cao Han until today.

Sima Yi is a smart man. He always knows how to go with the trend and stop against it. If the Han Dynasty's heavenly troops come to attack the country and Cao Han cannot stop it, he will send his younger brother with a handwritten letter from his ministers, and he will definitely be able to teach him to offer Cao's family, bring Cao Han with him, and surrender to the Han Dynasty. . "

Liu Chan was overjoyed: "Can you really make Sima Yi join you?"

Chen Qun smiled and said: "I guarantee it with my life."

"Okay, if Sima Yi can obey the destiny of heaven and abandon the dark side for the bright side, I will definitely not treat him badly. I will never be stingy with his high rank and generous salary."

Liu Chan was extremely excited when he got the accurate answer. He had always thought that pacifying Cao Han would be the most difficult part of the Southern Expedition, but it turned out to be the easiest.

Chen Qun sat back down with a smile, thinking about the letter sent by Sima Yi before.

Ever since Sima Yi took control of Cao Han, he understood that Cao Han was just a sunken ship that was about to sink. He could never be buried with it. How to sell it at a good price was what he should consider.

At first, his position was too low, and even if he surrendered, he would not be reused, so he took the initiative to take over Hanzhong, and then gradually took control of military and state affairs, becoming a powerful minister of Cao Han.

After becoming a powerful minister, he became more determined to defect to the Han Dynasty, so he wrote a letter to Chen Qun, the representative of the family in the Zhao Han Dynasty.

No matter how you look at it, if the defection is successful, Chen Qun will not let go of such an important assistant from the same camp as himself.

Moreover, in Sima Yi's expectation, he could quickly take over the legacy of Chen Qun's death and complete the best job-hopping.

After Liu Chan quickly determined the strategy of forcing Cao Han to surrender with a large army, Zhuge Liang in the hall frowned tightly, always feeling that this matter was not that simple.

But seeing that Liu Chan was so happy, and that Chen Qun was also an important minister, and his rebuttal seemed so weak, I had no choice but to suppress this worry deeply in my heart.

(End of this chapter)