Chapter 290 Huo Zhang’s Conspiracy

Author: Gongsun Wujiu

Chapter 290 Huo Zhang’s Conspiracy

Unknowingly, Zhang Yue had been in Chang'an for half a month.

On this day, Jiacheng from Huo Guang's mansion suddenly came to the door with gifts.

"The general will pay you a visit in three days. I hope..."

Huo Guang's family chief notified Zhang Yue's family chief in strict accordance with etiquette.

China has been a land of etiquette since ancient times. Scholars and officials who directly visit each other need to give three days' notice in advance according to etiquette.

In fact, there are many benefits to doing this. Firstly, it allows the host to prepare in advance, and secondly, it prevents visitors from running away empty-handed.

The plot of three visits to the thatched cottage in "The Romance of the Three Kingdoms" was actually unlikely to occur in the Han Dynasty.

Three days later, Huo Guang personally brought a lamb to the Yunyang Marquis Mansion.

This was also the etiquette for formal visits in the Han Dynasty.

Scholars usually bring chickens with them, while officials usually use geese or geese when visiting each other.

When superior officials meet, they usually use lamb, and when princes meet, they usually use jade.

Huo Guang and Zhang Yue, one is the Great General Sima and the other is the Right General Liehou.

According to the etiquette, it is actually allowed to use jade, but Huo Guang has always been cautious by nature and does not want to compare himself to the princes, so it is okay to use lamb.

"Open the door!"

Zhang Yue, who learned the news in advance, immediately asked someone to open the middle door to welcome Huo Guang.

"I've seen the general..."

After the two greeted each other, they entered the Yunyang Marquis' Mansion with arms crossed.

After the two entered the mansion, the door of Yunyang Hou's mansion was not closed, but kept open.

"Marquis Yunyang's habit of living in Chang'an..."

Huo Guang asked politely.

Zhang Yue smiled and said, "It's peaceful here..."

Huo Guang actually smiled and said, "In that case, why doesn't Marquis Yunyang live here forever..."

Zhang Yue heard this and said, "Although this place is good, it is not a place of long-term love..."

After a few simple conversations, both of them understood their respective pursuits.

At this time, Huo Guang looked around.

Zhang Yue knowingly dismissed the people around him.

The two of them talked in the room for a full two hours, and no one knew what they said when they arrived.

The next day, Zhang Yue wrote a letter requesting to return to his hometown, and proposed to take 500 personal guards with him on the grounds of safety.

After consulting Huo Guang and Che Qianqiu for their opinions, the little emperor replied, "Yes!"

Three days later, Zhang Yue took Wu Zheng, Su Fei and others along with five hundred horse guards on the road back home.

But what is strange is that Yang You did not accompany him.

…

General Zuo's mansion also welcomed the eldest princess of Eyi on this day.

After Princess Eyi was welcomed into General Zuo's mansion, she followed Shangguan Jie to a secret room.

"Does General Zuo know what happened three days ago?" E Yi asked impatiently.

Upon hearing this, Shangguan Jie understood that what Princess Eyi was talking about was Huo Guang's visit to Zhang Yue.

Shangguan Jie thought for a moment and said, "Both the general and the right general are respected by the world, how could Jie not know..."

Princess Eyi said, "Since General Zuo knows this, why is he still sleeping peacefully..."

Shangguan Jie said with a smile, "The general and the right general are both heroes in the world...what worries do you have?"

Upon hearing this, the eldest princess of Eyi asked directly, "Aren't you afraid that Marquis Yunyang will replace you?"

Shangguan Jie smiled and said, "Master Gai is overly worried. From a certain perspective, Yunyang Hou Zhi is not here..."

The eldest princess of Eyi said, "Is there anyone who doesn't want to stay in Chang'an..."

Shangguan Jie smiled and said, "Does Master Gai understand the heart of a hero?"

Princess Eyi said, "Since General Right has no such ambition, why did he talk secretly with Huo Guang?"

When she mentioned Huo Guangzhi, her eyes showed resentment.

When Shangguan Jie saw this, he felt very sad. The eldest princess was probably angry because Huo Guang denied the idea of ​​going to the palace to listen to the government.

However, Shangguan Jie was extremely satisfied with this. Although he did not agree with this matter, he could still take advantage of the eldest princess.

Thinking of this, in the following conversation, he also deliberately echoed Princess E's words in some unimportant places.

But the meeting between Zhang Yue and Huo Guang has always been avoided...

…

On the Chi Road from Chang'an to Yunyang County, large groups of cavalry were marching forward in neat rows.

In the center of the procession were a dozen of the latest four-wheeled carriages.

Observing the knights in the team carefully, many of them showed excitement on their faces.

When pedestrians saw this group of cavalry, they all stayed away and avoided it.

Only when this group of cavalry was gone did people dare to discuss it.

"Where are the soldiers and horses here that are so majestic?"

A young gentleman asked the servant enviously.

"Could it be Chang'an Yulin, Qimen's army?"

Someone looked puzzled.

This cavalryman is wearing a new cotton armor. He may not be Yulin, Qimen, or Huqi!

A well-informed person commented.

At this time, someone asked, "Could it be soldiers from the Western Regions?"

This person guessed well. This group of people was Zhang Yue and others who had returned home.

Although I haven't returned to Yunyang for several years, the scenery along the road has not changed much.

"You should be able to see Yunyang County after passing the woods ahead!"

The person who spoke was none other than Zhao Yi, who was now the Colonel of the Great Han Dynasty, the Marquis of Guannei and Shuji.

Upon hearing this, Zhang Yue joked, "Does Captain Zhao feel timid about being close to home?"

Zhao Yi smiled and said, "I really feel this way. I haven't seen my child yet, and I don't know if he looks like..."

Zhang Yue said, "Don't you know it when you meet?"

Although Zhang Yue said calmly, he was also not calm in his heart.

The last time I saw my eldest son was a few years ago, when the child was only three or four years old.

Calculating the time, the child should be nine years old now.

I wonder if that boy will grow up to be strong and will be raised as a playboy.

Thinking of this, Zhang Yue couldn't help but worry about what he would do if his eldest son was raised like Wei Qing's third son...

Zhang Yue thought about his thoughts and passed through the woods unknowingly.

At this time, a small city already appeared on the horizon.

"Junhou, we have arrived in Yunyang County!"

Zhao Yi's joyful voice came to his ears, and Zhang Yue's thoughts were suddenly pulled back.

His heart was suddenly occupied by an inexplicable feeling of joy.

"shelf!"

He rode his horse to the roadside, and Zhao Yi followed closely behind.

Looking at the small town in the distance, Zhang Yue's face was filled with joy.

"Walk!"

He didn't stay any longer and quickly returned to the middle of the group.

Although no order was given, the team's marching speed suddenly accelerated a lot.

The group of people continued to move forward, and as they got closer to Yunyang County, there were more and more pedestrians on the road.

The appearance of this large group of cavalry naturally attracted the attention of the city.

Because the Yunyang Kingdom, which had been enfeoffed to Zhang Yue several times, had already occupied the entire county.

The magistrate of Yunyang County is also directly held by the Marquis of Yunyang and the Prime Minister of the Marquis.

Chen Xuan, the current Chancellor of the Marquis of Yunyang, saw the smoke and dust in the distance. He ordered the city gate to be closed and sent people to investigate.

In order to prevent his party from bringing panic to Yunyang County, Zhang Yue also sent scouts to inform the county.

When people learned that Zhang Yue, Marquis of Yunyang, had returned to his hometown, everyone in the county became excited.

Zhang Guo, who was well prepared, freshened up, took Zhang Yue's eldest son Huan, and led everyone out of the city to greet him.
Chapter completed!