Become a feudal king from today

Yanzhou. read

Ma Yuan's investigation of King Yan, Mo Zhai, and Yuan Li was launched.

In Yancheng, officials from Yushitai inspected the seven counties of Yan County and then went to Shanggu County to investigate.

Within five or six days, these investigation documents were sent to Fan Yang.

As the focus of the review, Ma Yuan is permanently stationed here.

"Master Yushi, the King of Yan did not recruit more soldiers than the quota." A general in charge of the military camp said.

"There are no rumors among the people that King Yan is going to rebel. On the contrary, people from all over the country praise King Yan." Another official said.

"We selected many officials from Shanggu County and Yan County to interrogate him separately. None of them accused King Yan of having the intention to rebel."

"..."

Officials presented the results one by one. The more Ma Yuan listened, the more surprised he became, and he felt a little good in his heart.

He immediately suppressed this good feeling to avoid making mistakes in his judgment.

But I have to say that this King Yan is really popular among the people in his own territory.

Moreover, government officials and military generals were loyal to him.

The most important thing is that King Yan did what a feudal king should do.

He implemented good governance internally, guarded the Dasong border externally, and expelled Beidi.

Nodding, he continued to ask: "What about Mo Zhai?"

"The relationship between Mo Zhai and King Yan began with the secret medicine brewed by the royal palace. General Mo felt that the secret medicine of the royal palace could heal wounded soldiers and reduce the death of wounded soldiers, so he went to Yancheng in person to discuss the purchase of the secret medicine with King Yan. "

"The second time was when King Yan's territory was attacked by Beidi Qiushou cavalry. General Mo sent Mo Yu to help. After that, Mo Yu was dismissed from his post and went to Yancheng, where he was taken under the command of King Yan."

Ma Yuan frowned when he heard this.

The last time Mo Di Qiu Shou sent troops, Mo Yu fully shouldered the responsibility of sending troops privately.

Now after investigation, it turned out that this was Mo Zhai's instruction.

Obviously, Mo Zhai lied.

"Is this true?" Ma Yuan asked in a deep voice.

"It's true. We interrogated the generals of Yan County who sent troops with Mo Yu at Yanguan, and one general told the truth." The official said.

"What did Mo Zhai say?" Ma Yuan asked.

"General Mo admitted it. He said that the Yuan family was ambitious. As the general of Yanguan, he had to protect King Yan, because protecting King Yan was equivalent to protecting Yanguan. Moreover, he did appreciate King Yan." The official said.

Ma Yuan nodded and said secretly, "Mo Zhai, Mo Zhai, you are so confused. Even if I believe you, you can't explain it clearly in court."

Sighing slightly, he felt that the theory that King Yan and Mo Zhai were colluding in rebellion was really unjustifiable.

But when Mo Zhai's matter was brought to the court, it was said that he was friends with King Yan and had evil intentions.

As for the Yuan family, thinking of this, there was a hint of gloom in his eyes.

Among King Yan's secrets, Yuan Li's confidant Guo Tu was full of doubts, and he wanted to interrogate this carefully.

Also, some people in Fanyang said that before Mo Zhai was assassinated, the Yuan family heard soldiers training in Zhuangzi outside the city.

"Isn't the armor matter settled yet?" Ma Yuan asked.

His men went to Lulong Mountain and found a body rolled down the cliff.

The body was brought back, and because the armor on the body was very special, he asked officials to search Fan Yang.

In his opinion, this kind of armor could never be forged by bandits.

And judging from the battlefield, the ambush was also planned and the attack was organized.

It's definitely not something a thief can do.

Therefore, combined with these circumstances, he broke into a cold sweat at that time.

Now, he was very afraid of finding out that this armor was in the Yuan family army.

But it has to be observed.

"Not yet," the official said.

Ma Yuan nodded, "Bring that man's body to Dongshi tomorrow and see if anyone claims it?"

The armor can't be found, but people might be able to recognize it.

As long as he confirms one of them, he can sort out the chaos in Yanzhou.

"I hope it's not like what was said in the memorial, otherwise Yanzhou will be in danger and Dasong will be in danger." Ma Yuan squeezed the palms of his hands, sweating there.

…

late at night

Yanguan.

There are still candles burning in Xiao Yuanshan's house.

At this time, he was drinking with an official holding a candle.

"Hey, I'm afraid Mo Zhai won't be able to defend himself this time, but we have to rely on Master Sun, otherwise we won't be able to find out the matter." Xiao Yuanshan said.

"Hey, General Xiao, don't say that. Without General Xiao's help, that person wouldn't have said it honestly." The middle-aged official known as Chief Sun said.

He was one of the officials sent by Ma Yuan to Yanguan for review.

The two of them looked at each other and smiled.

After another drink with each other, Xiao Yuanshan said: "This time, I am the master of Yan Pass. I have really had enough of him over the years."

When Master Sun heard this, he suddenly shook his head, "That's not necessarily the case!"

Xiao Yuanshan showed displeasure, "Who else can be the general of Yanguan besides me?"

"What was found out at the moment was that Mo Zhai secretly sent troops to support King Yan. It was not a serious crime. Considering the emperor's temper, it is hard to say that he was taken lightly." Director Sun said.

Xiao Yuanshan snorted angrily when he heard this, "Your Majesty is too biased."

Chief Sun smiled and said, "Your Majesty doesn't care about anything else, but he only cares about General Yanguan. It's a pity for General. After this incident, the General can only be a deputy general."

Xiao Yuanshan was even more angry when he heard this.

This general of Yanguan is a famous fat man in Dasong.

Every year, the imperial court allocates millions of silver coins to Yanguan.

He was naturally very greedy for this money.

But with Mo Zhai here, he couldn't say anything.

If it were in other armies, it wouldn't be easy to get hundreds of thousands of taels every year.

Because of this, he has always been disgusted with Mo Zhai. As the saying goes, trying to make money is like killing your parents.

Now that he has finally become a general, he can see that the military pay allocated by the court is at his disposal.

How could he be willing to go back to being a lieutenant general at any time now?

Thinking of this, he remained silent and started drinking.

Seeing Xiao Yuanshan like this, Chief Sun laughed softly and said, "General Xiao, why should you be upset? If you want to be the general of Yanguan, isn't this an opportunity right now?"

"Oh?" Xiao Yuanshan looked puzzled.

Chief Sun continued: "Although it is only found that Mo Zhai secretly sent troops, it does not mean that Mo Zhai has no other thoughts. If he commits suicide out of fear of crime at this time..."