Crowned the New Han Dynasty

Chapter 303: The undercurrent is surging, and it’s time to cut through the mess with a sharp knife

While several people were talking, the convoy arrived at a small town on the outskirts of Luoyang, and then slowly drove into an alley.

This is the address that Xu Li and Cai Jiu told them, and it can be regarded as a place to receive officials from other places. However, unlike the rather simple and mixed inn, the courtyard in this alley is much more elegant.

In fact, this is a place built to serve aristocratic families. In order to maintain their demeanor and distinguish them from ordinary officials from poor families, such an alley was created.

Chen Zhi and the others all had status, so without saying anything, the entire convoy acquiesced in not going to the inn, even though the inn in Luoyang, the capital of the country, was much better than those in other places.

As for Xu Lu and Cai Zu, they originally came with the convoy, but after entering the Gyeonggi area, they should go over first to report.

In fact, the notification and reward given to Chen Zhi this time are very informal in terms of procedures. After Chen Zhi arrives in Luoyang, there will be a slightly more formal ceremony, and then people from the palace will come directly. , Xu Lu and the others took the first step and spread the news of Chen Zhi's arrival.

"This Chen Zhi just appeared out of nowhere. Originally, Chen Yong was alone in the court and his foundation was not stable. Even if he could not be suppressed for a while, he would not be able to truly secure his position. I did not expect that this Chen Zhi was suddenly sealed, which disrupted the plan. No wonder even Yu Liang suffered at his hands."

The news of Chen Zhi's arrival spread like wildfire. Not only the palace knew about it, but everyone in the palace also got the news.

Zhang Ying, who was born in the Zhang family in Jiangdong, is one of the representatives of the contemporary young and strong faction of the Zhang family. When the Xuzhou governor Zhang first met him, he even called him brother.

Zhang Ying is now also an official in the court, serving as Shangshu Zuocheng, a fourth rank.

Since the establishment of the new Han Dynasty, the authority of Lieqing has shrunk more and more. In contrast, the rise of Shangshutai, the officials here gradually grasp the real power.

Zhang Ying, Zuocheng, the minister, was in charge of bans within the palace. He also had the power to know about ancestral temples, temples, rituals, and select officials. This may not sound like real power, but in fact it was extremely powerful, because in ancient dynasties, sacrifices were closely related. The legitimacy of the political power, and etiquette represents majesty and order, so there is a saying that major affairs of the country depend on sacrifice and military affairs.

The positions that can be related to the two are not as simple as they appear on the surface.

One of the most typical examples is when news of the death of Liu Yuan, the leader of the Huns, came. When the emperor summoned several important ministers, Zhang Ying was one of them, but he didn't have a chance to speak, so he stayed by his side.

Such a character pays great attention to Chen Zhi, or in other words, the Chen family.

However, his news was not obtained when Chen Zhi entered the city, but came from Pengcheng - Zhang Yang was his son. The operation against the Chen family failed. Zhang Yang was angry and annoyed. Yu spread the news to Luoyang as soon as possible. On the one hand, it was to reduce his guilt, but on the other hand, he was angry and wanted to use the power of his family to deal with Chen Zhi directly!
"Since Chen Zhi's arrival, the Chen family's power in the capital has increased a lot, but this is not necessarily a bad thing. It may be more convenient for us."

Opposite Zhang Ying, there was a young man standing and talking.

He has a rather handsome appearance, but his eyes are a bit narrow, which makes his whole temperament look much gloomier.

This man's name was Wang Bu, and he was a branch of the Wang family in Taiyuan, but it had long since declined. Zhang Ying valued him and promoted him, and now he is an official of Zhang Ying's.

It is said that he is an official, but in fact he is no different from a retainer. He is Zhang Ying's mastermind and counselor. He has made several conspiracies in the past and has made great achievements.

Wang Bu arched his hands and said with a smile: "The eunuch is in charge of the horse administration, which has a great relationship. Now that the Huns' affairs have subsided, and the mutual market in northern Xinjiang has reopened, this is all real money. My Zhang family used to make a living because of a military disaster. , Half of it was destroyed, and he found Chen Yong to intercede, but he didn't know what to do, and wanted to get his family involved, it was too reckless, how can the Chen family get involved in such a business?"

Zhang Ying said: "Don't I know? If it had been in the past, this Chen Yong would not have been able to sit firmly in the position of Taiwen. However, in extraordinary times, the King of Donghai has just passed away, and all parties are more restrained and do not act too much."

Wang Bu said with a smile: "So we should start with other aspects. Chen Yong has been watching for many years, but he has few disciples and old officials. He acts in a low-key manner and does not seek merit but no fault. Such a person is difficult to deal with and it is difficult to find him." The handle, but the Chen family behind him is different. Before, my benefactor, you asked the fourth young master to go to Pengcheng. Didn’t you have such a plan? "

"Unfortunately, this opportunity is gone forever." Zhang Ying already understood what the other party meant, but did not say it clearly.

Wang Bu simply stated his words clearly and expressed his benefactor's thoughts: "Opportunities are far away in the horizon but close at hand. If Chen Zhiruo takes up the post of Taileling, it will be easier. If his new official takes office, he can't do it." No action, but if this position is not careful, it will be involved in school differences. When Chen Zhi is in trouble, how can Chen Yong stay out of it? Not only can Chen Zhi not be his help, but it will also become his weakness! "

Zhang Ying stroked his beard and nodded, but then asked: "However, the several articles written by Chen Zhi are all profound. Obviously this knowledge is very deep. He must also have studied various schools of thought. In case these schools He can say a word or two about everything, isn't it self-defeating?"

Wang Bu laughed and said: "My benefactor was too worried. Since Xuanwu moved the capital to Luoyang, hundreds of schools have gathered, and more than 180 people have visited the academy. Later, Buddhism spread, and Taoism came out of Shu and settled in one place. They all have a backing, and there are so many academies. No matter how knowledgeable Chen Zhi is, how can he be able to explain it? Furthermore, if he really tells a thing or two, that would not be a good thing. When the time comes, his position will waver, what should he do? You have to judge, my benefactor, just leave it to me to do it to your satisfaction!" "Okay! Then I'll leave it to you!" Zhang Ying agreed, and the two looked at each other and smiled.

Almost at the same time, in a mansion in the capital, the court servant Chen Yong was also talking about Chen Zhi with several staff, but his tone was quite relaxed.

"Chen stopped here, my Chen family's foundation in the capital has become more and more stable, which is really a good thing."

One of the staff said: "I have heard of Mr. Chen's name from time to time in the capital. Not long ago, his "Shi Shuo" caused a disturbance in the court. He is indeed a great talent, but in the end he is still Pengcheng's Chen family may not necessarily be of the same mind as Taifu Gong."

"It doesn't matter, it doesn't matter. It's normal to have other thoughts. Who dares to use it if you don't have selfish motives?" Chen Yong smiled slightly and didn't care, "He must be thinking about his own family, but the two of us are one and the same. I am the same." His elders, a smart man like him, can figure it out. The most urgent task is to tell him not to make enemies or enemies while serving as Tai Le Ling, to read more and talk less, to listen more and do less, and to learn the golden mean. , don’t mix it in, otherwise you will be stuck in a quagmire and it will be difficult to get out.”

As soon as he said this, another staff member said: "I'm afraid someone doesn't want Chen Shaojun to stay out of the matter."

Chen Yong nodded and said: "This kind of thing, I wonder if I can block it for him."

Then someone asked: "Then can you tell Chen Zhi? Tell Chen Shaojun all your entrustments?"

Chen Yong shook his head and said: "Don't worry about it now. He has just entered Beijing and has a lot of things to deal with. Everything is complicated. Don't disturb his thoughts now. I will explain it to him in detail when he comes to visit. , By the way, arrange for a few capable people to go there. Chen Zhi has just entered Luoyang and there is no one available at hand. This is not good. He must have a few servants to wait on him, so as not to be underestimated by others. "

There was a man in charge next to him who nodded in agreement and took it to heart.

At this time, hurried footsteps suddenly came from outside, and then young Chen Huan rushed in directly. As he walked, he asked: "Is Chen Zhi here? Where is he?"

Young Master Sun was followed by two servants with anxious faces. As soon as they saw the expressions of everyone in the room, they knew they were in trouble, and they quickly confessed.

Chen Huan also knew that he was rash and saluted: "Grandpa, my grandson is a little rash. I really heard that the brother of the same clan was coming, and he was so happy that he couldn't control himself. As you know, since I learned that he got the official position, I have been waiting day and night for him to come, please let me meet him quickly."

"How unbecoming!" Chen Yong immediately made a serious face, "Aren't you on duty today? Did you come out without authorization again? This is nonsense! Go back quickly, I will break your legs next time!"

Seeing his grandfather's rage, Chen Huan finally became worried. He took two steps back and whispered, "It's not my fault. The news has spread throughout the palace. I heard that the emperor was urging Chen Zhi to enter the palace as soon as possible to meet him." See, if it weren’t for the incompatibility with etiquette, he would probably have been introduced to the palace."

"The news spread so quickly?" Chen Yong frowned, and while urging Chen Huan to return to his post, he felt something was wrong, "Even if Chen Zhi's matter is taken seriously by some people, he has not really entered Luoyang yet. He is just here. In the towns and lanes outside the city, at most, there is news, and it will not spread on a large scale. My grandson is on duty in the palace, and the people he comes in contact with are extremely cautious. When entering and exiting the important places of the palace, he is cautious in his words and actions. , how can you spread rumors easily? Could it be that someone has taken action? No!"

Thinking about the meaning behind it, Chen Yongsheng felt a little uneasy and immediately called for someone to go to Chen Zhi's side and give Chen Zhi a little warning first.

"There is really an undercurrent in Luoyang. Although the official position of Tai Leling has a good future, it is not a core official position, but I am afraid it will attract many people's thoughts."

At the same time, Chen Zhi and others, who had just settled down, also took the time to rest.

Chen Zhi looked at the edict in his hand and fell into deep thought.

"Since I have decided to accept the official position, I don't want to get entangled in trivial matters anymore. I want to get enough status as soon as possible so that I can do what I should and want to do. In this case, instead of wasting time and energy on entering the capital, It would be better to cut the mess with a sharp knife!"

At this thought, Chen Zhi raised the corners of his mouth and silently recited two words in his heart.

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