Crowned the New Han Dynasty

Chapter 155 The Marquis of Wuxiang went north to suppress the Huns
Guan Xian's face is tinged with a layer of reddish-purple, and with the features of his eyebrows and eyes, the origin is self-evident.In addition, Chen Zhi still caught the arrogance and contempt in his body.

"The temperaments are quite similar."

After greeting Zhao Xing, Chen Zhi greeted Guan Xian again, but the latter just said "hmm" lightly. Apart from that, he had no intention of returning the greeting. Chen Zhi immediately frowned and felt sad. Not fast.

He came here today not because of the power of the Zhuge family, but purely out of reminiscence. After all, times have changed, and familiar people and things are gone. If he can find some traces of the past, it will be some kind of psychological comfort.

But this does not mean that Chen Zhi can tolerate his old friend showing off in front of him. If anything unpleasant happens, he would not mind disciplining the future generations for his old friend.

Zhao Xing watched from the side and shook his head secretly. Knowing that his friend's old habit had happened again, he stepped forward and said: "Mr. Chen, I am waiting in the lobby to discuss Taoism. You just happened to be here, so I will say a few words first. Brother Zhuge Because of something, I can't see you until later, let me say sorry to you."

After saying this, he was worried that Chen Zhi would misunderstand, and added: "The news is really sudden. As you know, Brother Zhuge has a special status. Although he is traveling abroad to study, many matters of the Zhuge family must be handled by him, the heir. , Sometimes problems inevitably arise, and now the imperial court has sent the Marquis of Wuxiang out of the town to the north to suppress the Huns' rebellion, so Brother Zhuge's family has a lot of things recently and is always busy."

"The Marquis of Wuxiang is leaving the northern part of the town?"

Upon hearing the news, Chen Zhi immediately flashed a memory fragment in his mind. It was exactly what Liu Gang said when he got acquainted with him. Liu Gang mentioned at that time that the imperial court was interested in sending troops to the north to conquer the Xiongnu. Liu Yuan's rebellion, but he did not know the candidate for the coach. Now combined with Zhao Xing's words, the context of the whole matter becomes much clearer.

At the same time, Chen Zhi realized that it was impossible for the children of the so-called big families to have no contact with government affairs at all, even if they went out to study.

"The aristocratic family has grown and wields real power. In some respects, the imperial power of the New Han Dynasty is not as convenient as the power of the aristocratic family. Therefore, the heir of Wuhou still has to deal with 'government affairs' even during his study tour."

While thinking about it, Chen Zhi followed Zhao Xing into the Wobing Tower, while Guan Xian followed beside him, without even looking at Chen Zhi, with his head held high and his chest high, and his strides fast.

When they arrived in the building, there was immediately the sound of crowds.

Chen Zhi looked around and saw about 30 to [-] people scattered in the lobby. Everyone was elegant and well-dressed. They were either sitting on chairs or on banquets. Some were talking, some were reading, and some were sleeping in the ice building. It's made fun of by waiters and dancers.

"These are colleagues who have traveled with Brother Zhuge and have seen the world together. There are many people with extraordinary backgrounds and celebrities from all over the world. Mr. Chen, please come this way and I will introduce you." Zhao Xing introduced him dutifully.

Looking at this posture, it really doesn't look like he is on a study tour, but rather like he is touring the world.

Chen Zhi shook his head slightly. The layout of the building was the same as the last time he came here. The furnishings had not changed much, but the atmosphere in the hall was completely different.He has also heard that Wobing Tower is no longer open to the public, but is used as a temporary residence for Zhuge Yan, and he will stay here during his stay in Pengcheng.

This building is the property of the Langya royal family. It is elegantly furnished and is the most elegant in Pengcheng. It is used to entertain distinguished guests and celebrities. However, if Zhuge Yan feels uncomfortable living there, he can just ask and it can be changed, whether it is a single courtyard or a pavilion. , Pengcheng officials and major aristocratic families will prepare everything for him.

"This is the power of a top family, and a royal tour is nothing more than that."

Chen Zhi sighed with emotion and was led by Zhao Xing to meet everyone in the room.

From the moment he entered the lobby, he attracted everyone's attention, and many people had already looked over.

………………

"Chen Zhi has come?"

On the other side, in the pavilion upstairs, Zhuge Yan, who was wearing loose clothes and long sleeves, listened to the servant's report, nodded slightly, and said, "Then please ask him to wait for a while until I finish the matter at hand."

The servant got the order and retreated immediately.

Zhuge Yan then turned around, looked at the person in front of him, and asked, "Third Uncle, according to what you said, the imperial court has made a formal decision to let my father lead the troops to the north?" In front of Zhuge Yan, sat a A man with sharp eyes and a strong physique, although he was dressed as a scribe, he couldn't hide the courageous aura on his body. When he heard the question, the man nodded and said: "The court said that Lord Hou has made great achievements in calming the chaos in the south. He is a soldier and has a good family background, so he is the most suitable candidate for the Northern Expedition."

Zhuge Yan sighed and said, "The south has successfully quelled the rebellion, but halfway through the quelling the rebellion, when they saw that the situation was decided, they transferred my father back. They were worried that their achievements would shock the master, and now they sent him to the north again. I really don't think we can see the reason." Something fishy?"

The brave man also sighed: "All the princes in the court are determined to get rid of the marquis."

"This is not yet a new northern family that wants to further consolidate its power." Zhuge Yan shook his head, showing a look of regret. "The Holy One wants to balance the forces and weaken the authority of my Zhuge family. He will not refuse this proposal. This is just a matter of smooth flow. , In addition, the Huns Liu Yuan is not an easy person. He was very famous when he was studying in the capital. When the old Shanyu died of illness, he immediately fled back. After seizing power, he was respectful at first and had close contacts with several princes. When the south rebelled, The outbreak of war, the rebellion of Li thieves in Shu, coupled with natural and man-made disasters, gave the Huns an opportunity to take advantage of them. Liu Yuan made a decisive decision and proclaimed himself king. He is indeed a great person."

The brave man nodded and said: "Yes, but the Huns are not a threat at all. I think the Marquis may be able to take the opportunity to expand his influence in the army, which is not necessarily a bad thing."

"Above the court, the dispute between the north and the south and the old and the new is getting more and more intense. Once my father leaves, it will inevitably give people an opportunity to take advantage of it. Even if it can expand its influence in the military, it will be a small loss."

"Then what should we do? Is it disrespectful to resist the edict?" The brave man said, thought for a moment, and smiled, "Actually, it doesn't matter. With the prestige of the Marquis, even if you don't comply, nothing will happen. At most, you will be punished. Criticism." When he talked about disobeying orders, especially resisting the emperor's orders, he showed no awe or worry at all, and did not think it was a big deal at all, so that his ordinary tone took on a fierce aura.

"Letting my father go north is not the conclusion of a court meeting, but an imperial edict. How can we not obey it?" Zhuge Yan shook his head, "The other party is using a conspiracy. The imperial edict represents the majesty of the royal family and the source of the world's authority. What's more, Representing the Han Dynasty in the past 500 years, ever since Emperor Zhaolie restored the Han Dynasty, the saying that destiny belongs to Liu has been rampant. In the past, whether it was the Zhang family, the Lu family, or even my ancestors of the Zhuge family, no one stepped out even if they were in power. That step originated from this, otherwise how could there be the Xuanwu Northern Expedition?"

The brave man said in confusion: "There were many people who resisted the decree in the past. The Zhang family, Zhou family, and Lu family all had precedents. They are not doing well now."

"How can my Zhuge family be like those families? And are they really intact? How arrogant the Zhang family was back then, forcing Shan Yue to rebel, and instead became heroes in suppressing the rebellion. Now they are just a top family. This is a change," Zhuge Yan said The conversation changed and he said, "Let father worry about this matter. After you go back, Third Uncle, stabilize your family first. Once my affairs in Pengcheng are settled, I will return home. It's almost time to start my official career."

"Why wait any longer?" The brave man showed a little dissatisfaction, "Pengcheng is no big deal, even that Wang Mi is just a bandit, not a big deal at all, I don't see what's the point of you staying here?"

Zhuge Yan smiled and said: "Now that I'm here, I must meet the outstanding people here."

"How can there be any outstanding people in such a small place? People in small places have a small structure and cannot go very far. They are innately restricted." The brave man shook his head disapprovingly, and then looked outside, "You said It's not that Chen Zhi, I've heard of this person's name too. He seems to have written an article and was praised by others. Such a person is worthy of association and helps to raise hopes, but it may not be useful. Writing articles does not bring authority. "

"Third Uncle, you are too utilitarian. You can't just deal with people based on this." Zhuge Yan smiled and shook his head, then added, "Besides, you are wrong about this Chen Zhi. His ability is not in the article. I don't think Third Uncle From your tone, you obviously haven't read his "Teacher's Talk", I advise you to read it first, this person is definitely worth making friends with."

The brave man waved his hand and said: "Anyway, you have had an idea since you were a child. These things are all up to you. I will not participate. I have told you the news. I will take a rest. I have to continue going south tomorrow. I have become a postman."

Zhuge Yan said with a smile: "Isn't this the third uncle who handles things safely? Others, the family is not at ease. The things we discussed are not easy to leak out. It is likely to be risky to change someone else."

The brave man laughed and nodded: "It's better that you speak nicely. Okay, I won't bother you anymore. I'm leaving. I just happened to go read that Chen Zhi article to see what the difference is."

While these two people were talking, Chen Zhi was being led by Zhao Xing to meet the young man.

"This is Liu He, the second son of the governor of Ancheng. This is brother Tao Ya. You must have heard of his uncle. He is Tao Gong who defeated Zhang Chang of Yiyang Man in a row. This is Pang Xiang. Born in the Nanyang Pang family, this Wei Ou is a famous scholar in Sichuan and Shu, this..."

Listening to the names coming out of Zhao Xing's mouth, introducing his origin and identity, even Chen Zhi was quite surprised.

As expected, all of these people in front of them have their own backgrounds. They are either famous themselves or have family power behind them. If we count them strictly, they include many famous people from New Han Dynasty, including Paul. They are like a network of people. prototype.

"No wonder Mr. Guijing and Liu Gang have emphasized Zhuge Yan's personal connections. Now it seems that this person has already established a certain power under his command. With this foundation, even if he does not become an official, he will have the capital to influence the government. , once he comes out of the mountain, it will inevitably cause such a big disturbance, no wonder he arrived in Pengcheng in white, and even the county guard wanted to greet him. "

　Thank you "Admonish Jun Mo Yan" for your reward!

　　
　
(End of this chapter)