Chapter five hundred and seventy seventh take the initiative to invite
Cen Peng asked: "Apart from Jia Jun, who else does Duke Wu plan to bring to defeat the bandits?"
Wu Han thought for a moment, shook his head and said, "I haven't thought about it yet." After a pause, he asked, "Does Mr. Cen have a suitable candidate?"
Cen Peng smiled, nodded, and said, "I do want to recommend someone to Duke Wu."
"Oh? Who is it?"
"Yin consciousness."
"Yinshi?" Wu Han and Jia Fu were both surprised when they heard the candidate recommended by Cen Peng.
Yin Shi can be regarded as the veteran of the Chongling Army, but he has not fought many battles, lacks experience, and has no military exploits. When it comes to defeating thieves, it can be said that one more person is not more, and one less person is not less.
Cen Peng reminded meaningfully: "This time your Majesty went to Huai County, he brought Mrs. Yin with him."
If Wu Han brought his Yin consciousness to counter the rebellion, it was tantamount to gilding his Yin consciousness and adding military exploits to him. Furthermore, by doing so, he was trying to please Yin Lihua.
As for whether Wu Han, as the Grand Sima, has any need to please Yin Lihua, that is a matter of benevolence and wisdom. Anyway, from Cen Peng's point of view, this is just a piece of cake, so why not do it.
Jia Fu nodded thoughtfully and said: "Now, between the two ladies, Guo Guiren is about to arrive, and his position seems to be more and more stable, but in fact, His Majesty still prefers Mrs. Yin!"
Wu Han thought for a while and said: "I understand." He said seriously to Cen Peng and Jia Fu: "Cen Jun, Jia Jun reminded you very much."
It is no longer what it used to be. In the past, when Liu Xiu had not proclaimed himself emperor, the generals below just focused on fighting a good war. As for these relationships, they did not need to pay too much attention to them.
But now, the relationships involved are so complicated that in addition to fighting a good war, all aspects of the relationship must be taken into consideration.
Wu Han adopted Cen Peng's advice. During the early court, he gave his list to Liu Xiu. The generals he selected were Jia Fu, Zhu, Ma Wu, Wang Ba, Liu Long, and Du Mao.
, Jiandan, and finally Yinshi, a total of eight generals.
Picking up the list submitted by Wu Han, Liu Xiu read it carefully. After seeing Yinshi's name among it, a hint of joy appeared on his face.
He put down Wu Han's memorial and asked with a smile: "Did Ziyan choose this list himself?"
The old god Wu Han said on the ground: "Exactly! Does your Majesty think there is something wrong?"
Liu Xiu said with a smile: "Jun Wen is brave and good at fighting, and he has rich experience in fighting against the troops of the five schools. Jun Wen is indeed the first choice to defeat the army of the five schools and the Tanxiang bandit army! Zhongxian, Zizhang, Yuan Bo, etc. are also Jiu Wen.
With the talents of generals who have experienced the battlefield, they work together to assist Ziyan, I feel much more at ease."
Seeing that His Majesty was very satisfied with the list he submitted, Wu Han was also very happy. He said loudly: "Your Majesty, I can leave at any time and send troops north to attack the bandits!"
"Very good." Before Liu Xiu had time to speak, Wang Liang straightened his body, holding the wat tablet in both hands, and said, "Your Majesty, I have something to report."
Liu Xiu looked at Wang Liang and said, "What's the matter with Da Sikong?"
Wang Liang said seriously: "Your Majesty, we are sending troops to Wei and Qinghe counties this time. I am willing to lead the troops to fight!"
As one of the three princes, Wang Liang's situation has always been quite embarrassing.
First of all, the position of Da Sikong is the weakest among the three princes, and its actual power is not even comparable to that of Jiu Qing.
Secondly, among the generals under Liu Xiu's command, Wang Liang's achievements were really not particularly outstanding. The reason why he was named Da Sikong and ranked among the three princes was all because of the prophecy in "Chi Fu Fu".
Wang Liang himself was well aware of the places where people made the most irresponsible remarks. This time he went to Wei County to quell the thieves in Qinghe County. In his opinion, it was a rare opportunity for him to make contributions and he did not want to miss it.
Wu Han frowned secretly after hearing Wang Liang's offer.
To be honest, in Wu Han's view, sending troops to exterminate the thieves this time was a matter of easy capture, and he did not attach great importance to it. However, since the decree had fallen on his head, he would carry it out conscientiously.
But now Wang Liang stands up and fights to do it. What does this mean? Is he worried that Wu Han is not strong enough to win this battle? Does he think that Wu Han will be defeated by the bandit army? This is simply to shame Wu Han.
He turned his head and glanced at Wang Liang, with a displeased look on his face, and asked, "What does this mean, Da Sikong?"
Wang Liang said: "Da Sima's martial arts skills are unparalleled. Why bother to take action personally when it's just a matter of exterminating thieves?"
As he spoke, he bowed his hands to Liu Xiu and saluted, and said: "Your Majesty, I am willing to go to Wei and Qinghe counties to eliminate the bandits. If I am not successful in killing the thieves, I am willing to go back to see Your Majesty!"
He insisted on fighting this battle. Wu Han was not happy, and Liu Xiu was also very unhappy. His decree had been issued, and Wu Han was designated to be the commander-in-chief and lead the army. Now Wang Liang took the initiative to ask for help.
Are you questioning his ability to employ people?
Liu Xiu lowered his eyes and did not speak immediately. His silence was tantamount to rejecting Wang Liang's invitation, but Wang Liang seemed to be a bastard who was determined to fight.
He pretended not to see Liu Xiu's hint and continued: "Your Majesty, I am fully confident in this battle. Please give me your permission!"
Hearing this, Wu Han on the side almost exploded with anger. Do you have complete confidence? The implication is that I am leading the troops into battle, so don't you have complete confidence?
Originally, he felt that he and Wang Liang were old friends, and Wang Liang was much older than him, so he should take Wang Liang's face into consideration more, but now that Wang Liang was talking about it, he couldn't care so much.
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He raised his hands to Liu Xiu and said, "Your Majesty, I am now ready to go to war. I will definitely not let anyone else kill the thieves!" While speaking, he also gave Wang Liang a fierce look.
Liu Xiu sighed secretly. He wanted to get angry at Wang Liang, but then he thought about it and swallowed the words that came to his lips.
Put yourself in Wang Liang's shoes and think about it, he really needs merit to stabilize his status as the three princes now, and he also urgently needs merit to seal the excuses of others.
However, Liu Xiu felt that Wang Liang was really unnecessary. As long as I, the emperor, think you are qualified to be Da Sikong, why do you care so much about what others say?!
Liu Xiusi thought about it and finally said: "Okay, this time, Da Sikong will go on the expedition with Da Sima. Da Sima will be the leader, Da Sikong will be the assistant. Ziyan, Jun Yan, what do you two think?"
Wu Han glanced at Wang Liang, reluctantly handed over to Liu Xiu and said, "I obey my orders!"
Wang Liang also saluted Liu Xiu and said, "Thank you, Your Majesty!"
In the list submitted by Wu Han, there were originally only eight generals. Now, due to Wang Liang's initiative, one more general was added to the list of eight, Grand Sikong Wang Liang.
After the end of the dynasty, Liu Xiu went to Qingliang Hall to work and summoned Fu Zhan. Fu Zhan now serves as both the minister and the chief minister, which is equivalent to serving Liu Xiu as both a senior secretary and a prime minister for one day.
Late at night, I was very busy.
In the Qingliang Hall, Fu Zhan also looked tired. After discussing official matters with Liu Xiu, he also yawned repeatedly while reading the documents.
Liu Xiuyou noticed Fu Zhan's tiredness. He put down the memorial in his hand and asked, "Is Fu Zhan too tired during this period?"
Fu Zhan cheered up, bowed to Liu Xiu, and said, "It's okay, it's okay, I don't feel tired at all!" wavv
Looking closely at Fu Zhan's face, he saw that he was a little gloomy, and there were a lot of bloodshot eyes in his eyes. Liu Xiu felt quite sorry. He went all the way to the plains to invite Fu Zhan, not to tire him to death.
He pondered for a moment and asked: "Fu Shangshu has been in Luoyang for a few days, and he must know something about the ministers in the court. If Fu Shangshu is asked to choose a successor, who will he choose?"
Fu Zhan was startled, stood up hurriedly, and said: "Your Majesty, I am a humble minister..."
Liu Xiu waved his hand to him and said with a smile: "Now that Fu Shangshu is both the minister and the chief minister, there are really more things to deal with. I plan to let Fu Shangshu resign from the post of minister and only serve as the chief minister."
Situ Shi, I wonder what Fu Shangshu thinks?"
Fu Zhan was indeed a little bit overwhelmed now, but he couldn't say it yet. Now after hearing Liu Xiu's words, he hurriedly bowed and saluted, and said: "Thank you, Your Majesty, for your understanding."
Liu Xiuxiao asked: "Who does Fu Shangshu think is the most suitable person to take over the position of Shangshu?"
"This..." Fu Zhan pondered for a moment and said, "Your Majesty, I can't think of a suitable candidate for the moment." Even if he has a suitable candidate in mind, it is not easy to say it out loud.
However, anyone he is familiar with and understands is either his close friend or his disciple. Recommending these people will inevitably lead to the suspicion of nepotism.
Now that he has just arrived in Luoyang, he has not yet established a stable footing. It would be really inappropriate for him to fall back on such excuses.
Liu Xiu noticed Fu Zhan's concerns and was about to comfort him when Zhang Kun suddenly hurried in from outside, came to Liu Xiu and said urgently: "Your Majesty, Guo Guiren is in labor!"
Hearing this, Liu Xiu stood up subconsciously and asked, "What's the situation now?"
"Bo Wenpo has arrived at Ah Ge, and the eldest princess has also arrived."
Liu Xiu nodded and said to Fu Zhan: "Fu Shangshu, we will discuss the matter of the successor later!"
Fu Zhan knew that this was His Majesty's first child, and he must have paid extraordinary attention to it. He quickly bowed and said, "Yes! Your Majesty!"
Liu Xiu took Zhang Kun and hurried to Ah Ge. When Liu Xiu arrived, Ah Ge was already very busy.
The maids came in and out, some carrying basins, some carrying water, and others directing others. Seeing Liu Xiu's arrival, the maids knelt down and saluted.
Liu Xiu waved his hand and asked, "How is Guo Guiren doing now?"
An older palace maid came over, blessed Liu Xiufu, and said, "Your Majesty, Guo Guiren is about to give birth..."
Before she finished speaking, Guo Shengtong's scream suddenly came from the palace. The miserable sound shocked Liu Xiu's body. He passed the palace maid and gestured to walk in. Liu Huang walked out of the palace first and took Liu Xiu's steps.
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She pulled Liu Xiu's sleeve and said sternly: "Axiu is now the emperor. Axiu has to be more careful about women giving birth to children and cannot go in to see them!"
Liu Xiu stroked his forehead and asked, "Sister, how is Shengtong's situation now?"
Liu Huang sighed: "This is how a woman gives birth, especially her first child. It's like going to the gate of hell!"