Han Dao world

Chapter 939 Misfortunes Never Come Alone
Xun Zhan sat leaning against the window, breakfast and a recently received residence newspaper were placed on the table in front of him.

It was steaming earlier, and the mansion exuded the fragrance of ink.

Xun Zhan's mood couldn't get any worse.

He was in a good mood.When he came to Chang'an again, with the support of his daughter-in-law Xun Wenqian and many township parties, although he did not become an official, he still lived a very nourishing life.He has no worries about food and clothing, and can calmly observe the situation, waiting for the most suitable opportunity.

But the news that he just saw today broke his comfort.

The emperor announced an ultimatum to the rebels in Yecheng.

Surrender before besieging the city, the culprit must be punished, and the slaves will be exiled overseas.

Surrender after the siege will not be pardoned.

Unpardonable means that the chief culprit will be punished by the family, the menaced will be beheaded, and ordinary soldiers will also be exiled.

In fact, this matter has nothing to do with him.The emperor designated Shen Pei and Tian Feng's actions as rebellion, which meant breaking up with Yuan Shao.Yuan Shao was captured by Yuan Shu after proclaiming himself a minister to the imperial court. His identity was still recognized by the imperial court as the prefect of Bohai Sea, and he was a pastor in Jizhou.

Therefore, he is not involved.

But the emperor's ultimatum is so tough, the possibility of the trial match accepting it is extremely small, and there is a high probability that he will choose to die together.

He doesn't care about the life or death of the judge.It can even be said that it is better to be punished by the family for the trial match.

But he couldn't ignore the Ruying people who were interrogated and imprisoned, including his family, relatives, and friends.

He felt that the emperor did it on purpose, so he wanted to force the trial wife to go all out and drag the Ruying people in the city to die together.

He cannot sit back and watch tragedy happen, something must be done.

After making up his mind, Xun Zhan started to eat breakfast, and at the same time ordered people to pack up the gifts and go to buy a carriage.

He wants to travel far.

It was cool and stable, and a large number of horses were imported into Guanzhong, and the horses in Guanzhong were very cheap.Two horses and a spacious and sturdy carriage cost only [-] yuan.If you are willing to spend an extra four or five thousand dollars, you can also buy two beauties from the Western Regions as concubines to serve you all the way.

After breakfast, Xun Chen spread out the pen and paper, and began to write a letter.

If the emperor wants to change his mind, he cannot do it alone. More people must be united to speak out.

Just halfway through writing the letter, Cui Jun came to visit, holding a residence newspaper in his hand.

As soon as the two met, they both saw each other's residence newspaper, and then sighed at the same time.

Cui Jun's elder brother, Cui Jun, was Yuan Shao's party member, and together they rebelled against Dong.Cui Jun is dead, but his family is still in Yecheng.

Cui Jun took his seat and took a picture of the residence newspaper in his hand on the table. "Youruo, what should I do?"

Xun Zhan smiled wryly, and pushed the half-written letter in front of Cui Jun. "Zhouping, I'm going to Yecheng to meet the emperor. Do you have anything to say to Kongming and Shiyuan?"

"Writing to them is probably useless." Cui Jun frowned. "They are all by the emperor's side, and they are deeply trusted by the emperor. If they could be dissuaded, they would have been dissuaded a long time ago. Why wait until it is announced to the world? Moreover, I think this may be Kong Ming's idea."

Xun Chen was taken aback. "Why do you say that?"

"Kong Ming valued laws and respected the rule of law, and was influenced by the emperor. He strongly disapproved of Shenpei and Tian Feng's behavior. In his opinion, Shenpei and Tian Feng's stubborn resistance was tantamount to death, so what? I will persuade the Son of Heaven to forgive them, but they must be severely punished as an example to others."

Xun Chen smacked his lips, feeling a little headache.

Birds of a feather flock together.It seems that there is a reason why Zhuge Liang is deeply favored by the emperor, and he is different from others.

He also wanted to ask Zhuge Liang to intercede, and asked Zhuge Liang to come forward to persuade the emperor. Now it seems that this is wishful thinking.

Besides, who else can influence the Son of Heaven?
For a while, he really couldn't think of it.

Xun Yu may be able to, but he is in Hedong.

Xun Wenqian also has a chance, but she is in Chang'an.

Xun Chen thought about it quickly. "Since this is the case, then you should write an article and publish it in the residence newspaper. It is best to unite with more people to create momentum."

"Is this okay?" Cui Jun was a little worried. "Is there any suspicion of forming a party?"

"As you wish." Xun Chen gave Cui Jun a look of disdain, picked up his pen again, and continued writing.

Cui Jun was a little embarrassed, sat for a while, got up and left.

Xun Chen didn't see him off either. After writing the letter, he arranged for someone to deliver it, got up and went out.

The entourage had already prepared the carriage, and all the luggage was loaded into the carriage. After Xun Chen got into the carriage, the carriage drove away lightly, heading straight for Chang'an City.

Arriving at the north gate of Weiyang Palace, handing over the famous thorn, and waiting outside the gate for a while, an official came out from the palace, leading Xun Chen into the palace gate, and came to Tongwenguan Yinfang.

Xun Wenqian was discussing a problem with several technicians, when she saw Xun Chen coming in, she gave some instructions, then turned around and led Xun Chen to the side office.The room is full of books, proofs and unfinished manuscripts, leaving only a large desk in the center.

The two sat down, and before Xun Chen could speak, Xun Wenqian said, "Uncle came just in time, and I was going to look for you. I, Aunt, sent a letter asking you to go to Hedong immediately."

Xun Zhan breathed a sigh of relief.

Anyway, if Xun Yu came forward, it would definitely be more useful than him.

"Is it because the Son of Heaven wants to storm Yecheng?"

"No." Xun Wenqian froze for a moment, took out a letter from home, and pushed it in front of Xun Zhan. "It's the Son of Heaven who wants to compile the "Biographies of the Danggu" and is collecting information, which may involve some past events that are not convenient to announce."

Xun Chen was taken aback, and hurriedly took the family letter and read it carefully.

Xun Wenqian took another proof and handed it to Xun Zhan.

It is the preface of "Dang Gu Lie Biography" and the announcement of the collection of materials.

Xun Zhan looked pale after reading them one by one.

Xun Wenqian stared at Xun Zhan. "Uncle, what is this past that is not convenient to announce?"

Xun Zhan raised his head and looked around.

There was no one around, and Xun Wenqian had already made arrangements for everyone to stand far away.

Xun Chen sighed and said with a wry smile, "Do you know when Zhang Jiao started preaching?"

Xun Wenqian's complexion changed slightly. "Is it related to the party?"

Xun Chen nodded. "To be precise, it has something to do with your ancestor Ciming Gong. From the second party imprisonment, Ciming Gong first hid at sea and then fled to Hanbin. He met Zhang Jiao many times to discuss the "Taiping Jing". If there is no With the teachings of Lord Ciming, how did Zhang Jiao understand the teachings of the "Taiping Jing"? The yellow scarf can create such a big momentum, and it has a lot to do with Lord Ciming."

Xun Wenqian's complexion was pale, and she said quietly after a long while: "No wonder the Yellow Turban riot caused chaos in the world, but my Xun family in Yingchuan was safe and sound. It turns out..."

Xun Chen shook his hand. "Don't think too much about it. Lord Ciming has some connection with Zhang Jiao, but it's only academic. We have never participated in the planning of the Yellow Turban Rebellion. If partisans are really involved, how can the Yellow Turban turn up and down? Zhang Jiao has been preaching for more than ten years, and has contacted many people, including many people in the palace. We even suspect that the late emperor has something to do with it, but we have not found any definite evidence."

Xun Wenqian sneered. "What my uncle said is probably one-sided, not the whole story. Even if what you said is true, how can you convince the emperor?"

Xun Chen smiled wryly, rubbing his palms against his knees. "That's the problem. If you don't say it, you can only let others play the wrong role. If you say it, you can't prove your innocence. At the time when I was angry, I thought that the destiny of the Han family was about to end. Who would have thought that this would be the result? Misunderstanding."

(End of this chapter)