ushernet Chapter 187 Liu Biao's Ambition
Chapter 187 Liu Biao's Ambition
Chapter 187 Liu Biao's Ambition
Wang Yun reacted and raised his hand quickly, saying, "Your Majesty, General Zhengbei, is this too much?"
Liu Bian smiled and said, "Logically speaking, for such a great contribution, it is not excessive to be awarded a title of nobility. Do you think that the title of General of the Northern Expedition is too much?"
The titles of nobility in the Han Dynasty have become very common in recent years. Not only can one be granted a title for any random merit, even the Twelve Eunuchs of the past were all made marquises.
Later, there were countless county marquises and township marquises, and the powerful attraction of traveling thousands of miles to seek a title of marquis in the Western Han Dynasty gradually disappeared.
Wang Yun looked at Liu Bian with a vigilant and nervous expression. He paused and said, "Your Majesty, Cao Cao has hundreds of thousands of soldiers and horses, which is inconsistent with the court system. I request that his military power be deprived."
Liu Bian waved his hand and said, "We were originally talking about Jizhou, but how did we end up talking about Cao Cao? What do you think should be done about Jizhou?"
Yang Biao suddenly understood what was going on and said, "Your Majesty, I request that the General Zhengbei go north to Jizhou."
'General Zhengbei' is heading north, what's the problem?
Wang Yun suddenly understood, thought for a moment, and said, "Your Majesty, I request that the General Zhengbei lead 30,000 troops into Jizhou to assist the governor of Jizhou in suppressing the rebellion."
Liu Bian smiled with satisfaction and said, "Cao Cao is still conquering Donglai County and is unlikely to be able to leave for the time being. I order Xiahou Dun to be the General of the Left and lead 20,000 troops under Ying Shao's command."
Wang Yun was not satisfied with only 20,000 troops for Cao Cao, and immediately said, "Your Majesty, Cao Cao praised Cao Ren a lot in his memorial. I request that Cao Ren be sent with another 20,000 troops to be under the command of Qingzhou Governor Zhu Jun."
Liu Bian thought for a moment and said, "Yes. Stay in Chang'an."
Chang'an of Beihai State is adjacent to Langya County of Xuzhou, and its purpose is self-evident.
Wang Yun was greatly encouraged when he saw that Liu Bian agreed with his advice, and said, "Your Majesty, I ask Gongsun Zan to attack Jiangxia County."
'Jiangxia County? '
Liu Bian's expression remained unchanged, but he thought to himself: "This scene is becoming more and more familiar."
"it is good."
Liu Bian smiled and nodded, saying, "The specific strategy for advancing troops should be prepared by the Grand Marshal's Office and presented to me."
"I obey your command." Huangfu Song and Lu Zhi raised their hands at the same time.
Liu Bian drank a sip of tea, stood up, and said, "That's all for today. As for other matters, please discuss them together and submit them to me."
The five of them stood up at the same time, raised their hands and said, "I'll take my leave."
Liu Bian was the first to leave the study. After walking a few steps, he suddenly said, "Mr. Zhong is here with me."
Zhong Yao, Yang Biao, Wang Yun and others raised their hands and quickly followed Liu Bian.
After walking for a while, he saw Liu Bian seemed to be heading towards the Censorate, and he was startled and asked, "Your Majesty, what is this?"
Liu Bian was still thinking about the affairs of Jizhou. Hearing this, he looked up, said "oh", turned to the Censorate and asked, "How is the revision of the Han Law in your family going?"
Zhong Yao followed Liu Bian and said, "Your Majesty, the first 'Theft Law' of the 'Nine Chapters of Laws' is still controversial in the court and the public, and we are still discussing it in order to improve it."
Revising the law is not an easy task, especially in today's complex environment, where much more needs to be considered.
Liu Bian habitually picked up the jade pendant on his waist and said, "Well, we must be cautious. We must be careful about the severity of the punishment. Generally speaking, we should be lenient in the laws against the people and strict in the laws against the powerful. Recently, some of the children of the rich and powerful in the capital have started to stir up trouble again? There are several memorials impeaching the Luoyang magistrate every day."
Zhong Yao's expression became solemn, and he said, "Your Majesty, the Supreme Court will never show partiality, regardless of power or nobility, and will treat everyone equally!"
Liu Bian looked up at the sun, wiped the sweat from his brow, and said, "It's still not enough, we should be stricter. For those who refuse to mend their ways after repeated admonitions, the punishment should be increased. For the big families who are not strict in discipline, they should also be punished."
Zhong Yao looked embarrassed and said, "Your Majesty, I'm afraid the Supreme Court does not have such great power."
After he finished speaking, he arrived at the Censorate, where he could not help but pause, his eyes filled with thought.
Yang Biao, Wang Yun and others, who were not far behind him, had different expressions when they saw Liu Bian walking towards the Censorate.
"Your Majesty, I am here to see you!" Liu Biao had already received the news and hurried out to greet him.
"No need to be polite, I am here..." Liu Bian smiled and was about to speak when Xu Yan hurried over and said in a hurry, "Your Majesty, Marquis Buqi is ill."
Liu Bian's expression remained unchanged, his eyes flickered slightly, and he asked, "Are you sick? What's wrong with you?"
Fu Shou, the daughter of Fu Wan, Marquis of Buqi, was about to marry Liu Xie. At this time, Fu Wan fell ill?
Xu Yan said, "I don't know, it was the news from the Marquis Buqi's Mansion that Princess Yang'an requested to suspend the marriage, fearing, fearing the mourning period."
Liu Bian raised his eyebrows and put his hands behind his back.
The meaning of "filial piety period" is very simple, that is, Fu Wan is likely to die?
"Do you know?" Liu Bian turned around and looked at Zhong Yao and Liu Biao.
They both raised their hands and said, "We don't know."
Liu Bian chuckled and said, "The illness came so suddenly. My two lords, please come with me to visit the patient."
"Yes." Zhong Yao and Liu Biao bowed, their expressions slightly tense.
After all, Liu Xie is a "troublesome person" and no one wants to touch him.
Fu Wan suddenly became seriously ill when he was about to get married. There must be something fishy going on.
The two men looked at Liu Bian's back, wondering what the emperor's attitude towards Liu Xie was.
No matter how his majesty promotes royal harmony and brotherhood; no matter how harmonious Empress Dowager Dong, Empress Dowager He, and Liu Xie appear to be, everyone believes in only one thing - the imperial family is the most ruthless!
"Call Liu Xie as well." After taking a few steps, Liu Bian said again.
Pan Yin responded, "Yes."
A Zhonghuangmen ran to the Shangshu Terrace not far away, where Liu Xie was holding court.
Soon, the ten-year-old Liu Xie came behind Liu Bian, raised his hand calmly and said, "Your Majesty, I am Liu Xie."
Liu Bian waved his hand, got on the carriage, and said, "Everyone get in."
Liu Xie glanced at Zhong Yao and Liu Biao, then followed Liu Bian into the carriage.
Zhong Yao and Liu Biao had no expression on their faces. They entered the carriage one after another, exchanged greetings, and sat on both sides.
Liu Bian was playing with the jade pendant in his hand, and said to Zhong Yao, "I just talked to you about the playboy in the capital showing up again?"
Zhong Yao bowed and said, "Yes."
Liu Bian thought for a moment, looked at Liu Biao, and said, "The Supreme Court does not have enough power and responsibility. Liu Qing's family and the Censorate need to show more courage."
Liu Biao looked like a gentleman, pretending to be silent for a moment, and said, "Your Majesty, the imperial censors of the Imperial Censorate have arrested more than a dozen people recently, but they were just fighting and molesting women, which is not a big deal. They were fined some money and then released."
Liu Bian snorted coldly and said, "If we don't punish them for minor offenses, will we wait until they commit major offenses? From today on, all those who commit crimes in the capital and refuse to change their ways despite repeated admonitions will be sent to the army, regardless of their nobility or family background. For families that fail to strictly discipline their officials, those who enter the government will be prohibited from promotion or transfer for three years. Those who have not yet entered the government will not be allowed to enter the government for three years."
Liu Biao was shocked and raised his hand hesitantly, saying, "Your Majesty, is this too harsh?"
"Is it harsh?" Liu Bian said indifferently.
Liu Biao's expression changed slightly, and he bowed and said, "I accept your order."
Liu Bian said expressionlessly, "From now on, the Censorate will send supervisory censors to inspect the seven northern states. With the permission of the county magistrate, all officials below him can be dismissed immediately. With the consent of the county governor, all officials below him can be dismissed. With the consent of the governor and the provincial governor, all officials below him can be dismissed."
This time, not only Liu Biao was shocked, Zhong Yao and Liu Xie also changed color and looked at Liu Bian in surprise.
This is giving the Censor too much power!
Liu Bian held the jade pendant in his hand, hesitated for a moment, and said, "Send another group to Yizhou."
Zhong Yao looked solemn and said, "Your Majesty, I am worried that if the Censor-in-Chief has too much power, it will lead to greater chaos."
Liu Bian said: "I am not afraid of trouble. What I am worried about is that they go there with great ambition, eat and drink well along the way, and come back without any trouble!"
Zhong Yao was silent. The corruption of the Han Dynasty's bureaucracy could not be explained in a few words.
Liu Bian looked at Liu Biao and said, "Is there any problem with Liu Qing's family?"
Logically speaking, this gave Liu Biao enormous power. Instead of feeling happy, Liu Biao felt uneasy and said, "Your Majesty, the reform of the Censorate has not yet been completed. I am worried that I am not up to the task."
Liu Bian stared at Liu Biao, as if he suddenly remembered something, and said, "I have recently received several memorials recommending your family to be the governor of Yanzhou. Do you intend to leave the capital?"
Liu Biao's heart suddenly turned cold, and he quickly said, "Your Majesty, these are all recommendations from others, not from me. Please understand, Your Majesty."
Liu Bian ignored him and suddenly turned to Liu Xie, smiling and asked, "How much have you learned in the Shangshutai recently?"
Liu Xie was more nervous than the other two, but his face was calm. He bowed and said, "Your Majesty, I have benefited a lot, but there are still many things I don't understand."
Liu Bian nodded and said with a smile: "It's normal not to understand. I also have a lot of things I don't understand. Learn as you go. Starting tomorrow, you will go to the Censorate to monitor all officials for me and maintain the discipline of the court."
Liu Xie kept blinking his eyes and had no idea how to respond.
He is going to the Censorate?
Liu Biao could no longer maintain the appearance of a great scholar and raised his hands, not knowing what to say for a moment.
Zhong Yao watched coldly from the sidelines, but he understood something and did not interrupt.
The "reform" of the Censorate from last year to now can be said to be quite slow, especially the censors who were sent out to supervise have almost no achievements.
"Your Majesty must be quite dissatisfied, right?" Zhong Yao thought to himself.
Then, Zhong Yao opened his eyes slightly, and then lowered his head calmly.
Fu Wan also had another official position - Chief Censor!
Your Majesty's visit to the Censorate today and then to Fu Wan's residence was definitely not a whim!
Zhong Yao glanced at Liu Biao and saw that he looked uneasy and at a loss, so he shook his head secretly.
"Your Majesty, we're here." After a while, Pan Yin's voice came from outside the carriage.
When Liu Bian got off the carriage, he saw the noble Princess Yang'an Liu Hua standing at the door with a respectful look on her face.
When Liu Hua saw Liu Bian, she stepped forward and greeted him, saying, "I greet your majesty."
As soon as she finished speaking, she saw Liu Xie following her down, with a look of intense nervousness on his heavily made-up face.
Liu Bian looked at her expression and raised his head to glance inside.
Liu Xie stood next to Liu Bian and looked at his future mother-in-law with a tense face.
He has always had a doubt in his heart. He and Fu Shou were actually engaged, but this was witnessed by his father, the Emperor, in the palace. He and Fu Shou exchanged tokens, and no third person knew about it!
"Does he know?" Liu Xie stared at Liu Bian with a worried look in his eyes.
Seeing that everyone had come down, Liu Bian looked at the flustered Liu Hua and said with a smile, "Princess, would you like me to come in and have a seat?"
Liu Hua was startled and said hurriedly, "Your Majesty, please come in, Your Majesty, please come in."
Liu Bian stepped in and saw many wealthy servants dressed in extraordinary clothes. The courtyard was decorated very luxuriously.
After taking a quick glance, Liu Bian walked around the garden and headed towards the front hall, saying, "Princess, where is Fu Shou?"
Liu Hua followed closely beside Liu Bian and said with a smile: "Your Majesty, she is ill. Knowing that her father was seriously ill, she became anxious and fell ill as well."
"Oh, right," Liu Bian said, "Pan Yin, has the doctor arrived?"
When did the doctor pass on the message?
Pan Yin knew it but remained calm and said, "Your Majesty, they are on their way."
Liu Bian nodded and said, "Let the doctor take a good look at Fu Shou later. Princess, is there any difficulty in the mansion recently?"
Seeing Liu Bian's quick steps, Liu Hua followed him in small steps, and said nervously, "Thank you, Your Majesty. Everything is fine in the palace. Thank you for your concern."
Zhong Yao was watching Liu Hua, and seeing her reaction, he secretly glanced at Liu Biao.
Liu Biao calmed down a little now. When he noticed Zhong Yao's gaze, he was stunned and a little confused.
Liu Bian led a group of people to the front hall. After sitting down, he smiled and said without waiting for tea: "Princess, Liu Zhongcheng is interested in the governor of Jingzhou, so the position of Zhongcheng Yushi is vacant. I originally hoped that Fu Qing's family would take over, but now it seems that it is impossible."
Liu Hua stared at Liu Bian blankly, his mouth opened but no sound came out.
Liu Biao, on the other hand, was trembling all over, with fear in his eyes.
Jingzhou is now under the control of Yuan Shu. If he were to serve as the governor of Jingzhou, wouldn't that be courting death?
He somewhat understood Zhong Yao's look, glanced at him from the corner of his eye, and the corner of his face twitched unconsciously.
Zhong Yao sat there, not looking away.
Liu Xie frowned and his face was tense.
"Okay, that's it."
Liu Bian suddenly stood up and was about to leave, but suddenly said to Liu Hua, "Princess, let's move up the marriage of Liu Xie and Fu Shou to give the Marquis Buqi a happy occasion."
Liu Hua, who was about to stand up, stumbled and almost fell back, saying in a lost voice: "Your Majesty, Your Majesty, that..."
Before she could stand firmly, Liu Bian had already left the front hall.
Liu Xie, Liu Biao, and Zhong Yao naturally followed immediately, not daring to stay for a moment.
Liu Hua hurriedly sent Liu Bian onto the carriage, then turned around and ran to the backyard impatiently.
When she arrived at the ward, she said anxiously, "Stop pretending. His Majesty said that Fu Shou and Liu Xie's marriage should be brought forward!"
Fu Wan lay there, motionless, staring at the beams, and said, "I know everything. Just be quiet for a moment and let me think about it."
"What else do you want? If my daughter marries Liu Xie, she will be a widow. Who knows, it might even lead to the execution of all members of our Fu family..." Liu Hua was so anxious that he was about to cry.
Fu Wan remained calm and said, "Your Majesty didn't say he didn't come to see me, and he didn't even ask about my condition. Don't you think there's something wrong?"
Liu Hua stopped crying suddenly and asked in surprise, "You mean, Your Majesty, you guessed that you were faking illness?"
Fu Wan's expression gradually hardened, and he sighed softly, saying, "You should make preparations and let Shou'er enter the palace as soon as possible."
"You..." Liu Hua became anxious.
Before she could finish, Fu Wan muttered to himself, "Your Majesty...you must not disobey..."
Sorry, I went to the hospital for a checkup today, and unexpectedly took too long to wait, so my plan to update the post failed o(╥﹏╥)o
Set a flag, we will reach 10,000 tomorrow! !