For Wang Yan, moving to Xijing and staying behind was an unexpected revival of his official career and a new lease of life. During the political turmoil two years ago, in order to protect himself, he acted excessively, which offended the emperor.
In the end, although under Zhao Hui's adjustment, the matter was resolved peacefully, the emperor did not investigate, and Wang Jingchong died at the hands of the jailer. However, for Wang Yan, it was still a huge setback in his military and political career, and Jinzhou Jiedu was lost.
, the title was also reduced to Marquis of Teng, and he only received the false title of Zuoyu Linwei General. He had no real power and rested in Tokyo to recuperate.
Of course, two years of reflection also allowed Wang Yan to fully recall how he violated the taboo in the first place. No matter how rampant Wang Jingchong was, he was an envoy of the emperor. If he dared to mobilize troops to surround Guanyi and monitor Wude Camp, it was a serious crime.
To judge is to commit rebellion.
Originally, Wang Yan thought that this would be the end of his old age, living in Tokyo and living in mediocrity until death. After all, he was already sixty-five years old, not young, and had a criminal record. The emperor liked to use his prime years, and now most of the people occupying the court were
"Young people" like Fan Zhi, Wei Renpu, and Xue Juzheng.
However, a letter of appointment interrupted his ease of entertaining his grandson. Before coming to Luoyang from the west to take office, the emperor summoned Wang Yan to the palace for a meal together. Judging from Liu Chengyou's words, he was appointed for the purpose of appeasing people's hearts.
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Looking at the world of the Han Dynasty today, vassal towns have ended, Jiedu has become almost extinct, and people have been dismissed one after another by the court and taken back power. However, there are only a few people who can endure their duties and stay in the central and local governments.
Fu Yanqing was incomparable to Ruan. He was a relative of the emperor, and there were people in the harem. People with real power like Guo Wei, An Shenqi, Wang Jing, and Yao Yuanfu were in the minority. Most of them were like Wang Yan, or they were given a false name.
title, or directly distribute some money, silk, silk, and millet to support him.
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Therefore, there was a lot of resentment among the officials who had relieved power in the Han Dynasty. Of course, the appointment of Wang Yan was far from the extent of dispelling the resentment. It just showed an attitude.
Furthermore, the country also needs some old ministers and veteran generals, which Liu Chengyou knows very well. In terms of appointing veteran ministers such as Guo Wei, An Shenqi, Yao Yuanfu and Shi Hongzhao, regardless of military and political affairs, the effect is very good.
When considering Wang Yan this time, it turned out that the old ministers and generals of the Han Dynasty had withered too much in the past two years. In just seven years of Qianyou, He Fujin and Feng Dao died, and they were replaced by Ruan, Shi Kuangyi, and Zhao.
Hui, Liu Ci and other capable and prestigious generals were all ill.
In comparison, Wang Yan's body was very strong and he could eat meat, drink alcohol, ride horses and shoot arrows. In this way, Wang Yan, who had been living idle in Kaifeng for two years, was put into service.
Before leaving Beijing, Liu Chengyou and Wang Yan gave some instructions, emphasizing the status of Luoyang and asking him to govern well. The main three points were to develop agriculture and mulberry, make clear and strong laws, and restrain the powerful. However, after arriving in Luoyang, he discovered that his predecessor Jing Fan
He has done a very good job, but there is not much room for development. It is not his style to follow the rules and follow the rules...
Wang Yan was not surprised when he learned that Hou Zhang and Xue Huairang came to visit him. After all, during the time he arrived in Luo, the threshold of his stay-at-home residence was almost broken.
After staring at the name card and thinking for a while, Wang Yan ordered: "Introduce the two of you to the garden hall in the back garden to serve tea!"
"yes!"
Then he stood up, breathed a heavy sigh, and moved to the back garden. The Xijing Left-behind Mansion is not small in size and has complete institutions. However, because of its former role as a scenery model, it lacks some of the official style and solemnity. Every place is old and has many damage and defects.
See fix.
There is a legend among the people in Luoyang that when King Jingshi was in office, he repaired the city, built warehouses, dredged rivers, and dug irrigation canals, but he was reluctant to spend some money and food to renovate the government office.
As for Wang Yan, he was actually a little unhappy looking at the old brick and tile decorations. Although he did not have extravagant style, he was also a "face-saving" person. Today's government offices did not reflect the majesty of the government.
In the flower hall, as soon as the three of them met, they exchanged overly enthusiastic greetings. Hou Zhang kept his posture very low, with a smile on his face: "Your Majesty, we haven't seen each other for many years, but do you still recognize me?"
With a laugh, Wang Yan helped Hou Zhang, who was greeting him, and said, "Brother Hou is trying to break me! How can we forget the love we had in the past and the righteousness of raising an army?"
He met with Xue Huairang and bowed, and the three of them sat down. Speaking of which, when Zhao Hui, Wang Yan, and Hou Zhang raised their troops to rebel against the Liao Dynasty, Hou Zhang was the boss, but their respective circumstances were very different.
"I haven't seen you for many years, but Brother Hou is getting richer and richer. He enjoys his wealth and status, which is enviable!" Wang Yan said, looking at Hou Zhang.
Hou Zhang laughed so hard that the fat on his face trembled. He touched his big belly and said, "I don't dare to talk about wealth, but I have gained a lot of fat on my body!"
"Brother Wang is still the same, his style is still the same!" Hou Zhang said with emotion.
"This time the prince is staying in Xijing. When we heard about it, we were all very happy and came to congratulate him!" Xue Huairang was not familiar with Wang Yan, so he had to be more polite.
Hearing this, Wang Yan sighed and said: "I am over sixty years old and should have returned to my home to wait for my death. Fortunately, Your Majesty valued me and entrusted me with Luoyang. I have a heavy responsibility on my shoulders. I am afraid that I will betray your Majesty's trust and hurt Luoyang."
The soldiers and the people are in good health!"
"Brother Wang is too modest. With your talent, even though Luoyang is big, it will be safe and orderly!" Hou Zhang said.
After sizing up Hou Zhang, Wang Yan, who had always been reserved, finally took the initiative to ask: "Brother Hou, how have you been these years? Judging from your clothes and demeanor, I know you are rich!"
Hou Zhang waved his hands repeatedly: "There are so many rich people in Luoyang! In terms of business, they can't compare with those merchants. Although I have bought some properties, I can only support my family!"
"Brother Hou's words are so modest!" Wang Yan laughed and said, inviting the two of them to drink tea.
Hou Zhang said, "The tea is very light. What can I drink? Can I get a glass of wine from the house?"
"Why not!" Wang Yan raised his eyebrows, waved his hand, and ordered: "Come here, prepare a banquet!"
After not waiting for too long, the banquet table was set up, the wine and wine ingredients were put on the table, several domestic prostitutes were waiting around, grilling meat and pouring wine, and the atmosphere became more harmonious. After a few toasts to each other, Hou Zhang couldn't help but sigh: "Back in Shaanzhou,
The three of us killed the Liao generals, raised the flag of righteousness, drank wine together, and ate meat together. Those days are still vivid in my mind!"
Most of the time, Wang Yan was sentimental. Hearing his words, Wang Yan was touched. He smiled and offered a toast.
It was time that the atmosphere was almost settled. Xue Huairang greeted him, stood up, took a beautiful wooden coffin from the servant, and handed it to Wang Yan himself.
Seeing this, Wang Yan's brows suddenly condensed: "What does this mean?"
After drinking some wine, Xue Huairang said with a carefree smile: "I heard that the prince is getting stronger and has a new concubine. I didn't have time to congratulate you. This pair of jade ornaments should be regarded as a gift, so I hope you will accept her!"
Opening the wooden box, I saw a pair of crystal-clear dragon and phoenix jade pendants, with several smart yellow lines between the carvings. They were obviously of the highest quality.
That's right, even though Wang Yan is almost sixty-five, he still has a gun, mounts a horse, and rides on the couch. Before he was ordered to come to Luoyang, he married another concubine, a singer from the south of the Yangtze River.
However, when he heard what Xue Huairang said about giving gifts, Wang Yan felt unhappy and felt a little uneasy on his face. He smiled reservedly and said calmly: "I understand this kind intention, but I have just arrived in Luoyang, so this courtesy is serious.
I dare not bear it!"
Being rejected by Wang Yan, Xue Huairang suddenly became unhappy. The smile on his face condensed, and a touch of anger flashed through his eyes. He was not a good-tempered person. At this time, holding the gift box, he felt even more embarrassed and wanted to
The urge to smash it.
When Hou Zhang saw this, he got up and stepped forward, comforted Xue Huairang, and said to Wang Yan: "I got a new horse a few days ago, which is quite strong. I will accompany you today. Is Brother Wang interested in appreciating it?"
After listening to Hou Zhang's words, either to give face or because he was really interested, Wang Yan agreed. The three of them got up and went to the stable of the government office.
Under the winter sun, there were many sentries standing beside the racecourse. Hou Zhang and Xue Huairang stood on the edge, watching Wang Yan galloping on his horse.
Wang Yan was really happy to see the hunting spirit. He was a little excited when he saw the BMW and the good horse. He put on the harness, put on the strong clothes, and took advantage of the wine to run in the field.
After more than ten laps, he dismounted and landed, with excitement still on his face. Hou Zhang greeted him and asked, "How is it?"
"What a horse!" Wang Yan said with emotion, stroking the horse's mane lovingly.
"The BMW is a gift to a hero. The prince is a hero of the world, why don't you accept it?" Hou Zhang said.
In fact, when Hou Zhang suggested horse appraisal, Wang Yan understood what he meant. When he heard what he said, looking at the pure-colored snow pony, a hint of emotion flashed in his eyes.
However, after hesitating, he still sighed: "I dare not call you a hero, and now there is no place to use it. Such a good horse must gallop on the battlefield to be effective and show off its grace. It is a pity to stay here with me."
.Brother Hou should find another hero and give him a horse as a gift..."