I will be the master of Xuande

Chapter 470
When Lu Qiang heard Liu Bian's question, his heart beat a little.

He could also see that Liu Bian had changed a bit in the past two years.

Like Liu Hong, this child is very smart and has a lot of ideas, and he looks at things from a tricky angle.

According to Lu Qiang's thinking, even if this child is not a wise and powerful figure, he can still be on the same level as his father.

But Lu Qiang overlooked an important point.

That is, during the growth period of these two emperors, the people who influenced their personalities were completely different.

It can even be said to be two levels.

When the young Liu Hong entered the palace, his biological mother, Empress Dowager Dong, did not follow Liu Hong into the palace, and Liu Hong was fostered at the place of Empress Dou.

Of course, Empress Dowager Dou didn't really care much about Liu Hong. To Empress Dowager Dou Miao, Liu Hong was just a pawn of hers, and Liu Hong himself was quite wary of Empress Dowager Dou.

Therefore, the young Liu Hong was less influenced by his relatives when he was growing up. Of course, this also developed his assertive character, and at the same time he was very dependent on eunuchs.

Compared with Liu Hong, although Liu Bian also suffered some political casualties, the predicament he suffered was completely different from Liu Hong's.

Although Dong Zhuo is monopolistic, he at least maintains a certain degree of respect for the royal family.

Although the ministers and courtiers did not want Liu Bian to be in charge prematurely, they still supported the imperial power to a certain extent in order to fight against Dong Zhuo.

Moreover, compared with Liu Hong who was isolated and helpless since childhood, Liu Bian has a mother to rely on.

But in fact, it was this mother who had done something wrong.

A teenager's growth is most influenced by his closest relatives.

The influence of parents on children is very important for the growth of children.

Because Liu Hong died early, he couldn't have any influence on Liu Bian.

Therefore, on the road of Liu Bian's growth, the person who has learned the most is his mother, Empress Dowager He.

Although Liu Hong's biological mother, Dong Shi, and the empress dowager Dou Miao, whom he recognized as the emperor after he entered the palace, were both women, in the overall situation, because of their family background, they were relatively not so unbearable.

However, Empress Dowager He's bad nature is too serious.

To put it in a less exaggerated way, the present Empress Dowager He has no other merits except for her more coquettish looks, bigger breasts, and bigger buttocks.

Small-minded, jealous, aggressive, selfish... These bad habits are reflected in her to the extreme.

Without the influence of his father, with such a mother by his side, taking care of his own affairs every day... What kind of good influence do you think the growing Liu Bian can have?

The most important thing for a child's growth is the people around him, especially his parents.

In terms of jealousy and small belly, Liu Zhui was successfully influenced by his mother.

At this moment, Lu Qiang, facing Liu Bian, felt a little chill in his heart.

He knew what Liu Bian's intention was in asking this matter.

The relationship between Liu Jian and himself is no secret.

Obviously, this is Liu Bian testing himself.

Most of the eunuchs in the palace were arranged by Lu Qiang, and even Dong Zhuo could hardly intervene in this point.

So it is not difficult for Lu Qiang to know what is happening in the palace now.

At present, the most discussed matter in the court is Dong Zhuo's recommendation of Liu Jian as the general of Fuyuan.

Although Lu Qiang trusted Liu Jian very much, he didn't think he would have any attempt to plot against the Han Dynasty, but now, he found that the emperor might not think so.

If one is not careful, it will show that the relationship between himself and Liu Jian is too close, and his head may be moved.

Facing Liu Bianjiong's piercing gaze, Lu Qiang couldn't help feeling a little guilty.

He thought about it for a moment, then bent down and coughed heavily.

"Uh uh...cough cough cough!"

Seeing that Lu Qiang was coughing so badly, the two young eunuchs who accompanied him rushed forward to support Lu Qiang, and comforted his chest.

Liu Bian showed a little surprise on his face: "Ah Weng, what's the matter?"

Lu Qiang coughed vigorously for quite a while, before he breathed a sigh of relief, and argued to Liu:

"Returning to Your Majesty, the old slave is getting old and has no energy for a long time. The recent winter has been cold, and the old slave only feels that his body is getting worse day by day... There are many things in the palace that the old slave can no longer handle. I can no longer serve His Majesty."

Liu Bian shook his head: "Ah Weng, what are you talking about? I can't do without A Weng, and I need A Weng to preside over many things for me."

However, Lu Qiang shook his head: "I can't preside over it anymore. The old slave is over sixty years old, and he is about to live. It's a pity that the old slave is a servant, but he has no heirs. At this age, he can't go home to raise his grandchildren." , dragging half of my old life here to hinder the eyes of His Majesty and Queen Mother."

"The old slave has also thought about it. It's time to let the virtuous. This inner palace master's affairs are no longer in the hands of someone like the old slave."

"The old slave met the queen mother today, and wanted to tell the queen mother about this matter, and asked the queen mother to allow the old slave to resign from the position of Da Changqiu."

"Your Majesty and the Queen Mother are also invited to choose talents again."

"From now on, this old slave can no longer stay by His Majesty's side to serve His Majesty. I only hope that His Majesty will be a sage and wise king like the late emperor. It is the greatest blessing for this old slave to pay homage to His Majesty among the people and to be protected by His Majesty. .”

Liu Bian asked Lu Qiang whether Liu Jian should be appointed as the general of Fuyuan, but Lu Qiang talked about him from left to right, and mentioned that he was unwell and wanted to give up the position of Da Changqiu... Arguing was quite surprised.

However, even if Lu Qiang didn't answer Liu Bian's question now, Liu Bian was secretly happy.

Regardless of whether Lu Qiang's illness is real or fake, at least this old man can have such an awareness, which is a good thing.

If you vacated your seat a long time ago, wouldn't there be no such things?
Afterwards, Liu Bian sighed, shook his head and said, "A Weng is the one who helped me and the Queen Mother when I was in the most difficult time, how could I leave A Weng?"

"Ah Weng's current illness is just a minor ailment, and it is not a serious problem. I will find the best imperial physician to heal A Weng."

"Ah Weng, take good care of your body, and stop talking about abandoning me."

Lu Qiang shook his head, with a sad tone: "This old slave is also reluctant to leave His Majesty, but there are people who have passed away forever in this world, and this old slave's lifespan is coming to an end, even if he wants to assist His Majesty, he is powerless."

Speaking of this, Lu Qiang raised his sleeve and wiped away his tears.

Liu Bian's tone was also very heavy: "If this is the case, then I will definitely give Ah Weng the best treatment, so that Ah Weng can enjoy his old age in Chang'an City."

"Thank you Your Majesty, old slave... woo woo woo, thank Your Majesty for your kindness."

"Since it was my mother who summoned me, then Ah Weng shouldn't delay any longer. Please go see your mother as soon as possible."

With the support of two young eunuchs, Lu Qiang bowed to the emperor with tears, and then walked towards the palace step by step.

Looking at Lu Qiang's back, Liu Bian couldn't help but twitched into a smug smile.

"Old thing, old thing, you still know a lot."

Afterwards, Liu Bian turned around and walked outside.

As he walked, he weighed in his mind who could replace Lu Qiang and take over the command of the eunuchs in the imperial city.

After all, eunuchs are also a very powerful group, and they have always been the guardians and consolidaters of the imperial power.

With such a strong team, Liu Bian couldn't entrust it to someone who always obeyed his mother's words.

Because he is the only emperor.

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Lu Qiang entered the palace, and after seeing Empress Dowager He, he talked about some inner court affairs, and then directly expressed to Empress Dowager He that he wanted to resign from Da Changqiu's pension.

Empress Dowager He was shocked when she heard Lu Qiang's intention to resign.

"Why did Grandpa insist on resigning from Da Changqiu's position? Who annoyed Grandpa and made Grandpa unhappy?"

Lu Qiang said: "If you go back to Your Highness, the old slave will be protected by His Highness, and his status can be regarded as respected in the capital. How can anyone annoy the old slave? It's just that the old slave is too old to take on the trivial affairs of the palace. I implore Your Highness to let me Let the old slave go back, let the old slave return to his hometown to live his life."

Empress Dowager He did not expect that Lu Qiang would say such a thing.

"It's fine, why do you say you want to go back to take care of yourselves? I can't do without Ah Weng's support. Who offended you?"

Lu Qiang kept shaking his head and said: "The Queen Mother misunderstood, no one offends the old man, but the old man really can't continue to serve His Highness now, please allow His Highness."

Empress Dowager He knew Lu Qiang quite well, she knew that Lu Qiang was very loyal to the late emperor, and as long as it was not a last resort, he would never abandon their mother and son easily.

Since the old man said so, he must have his difficulties.

However, seeing that the Han family clan member he was looking for was about to arrive, Empress Dowager He couldn't talk to Lu Qiang about it for the time being, so he asked Lu Qiang to go back first.

As for resigning from Da Changqiu's position, Queen Mother He told Lu Qiang that she would consider it.

But after Lu Qiang left her palace, Empress Dowager He secretly sent someone to investigate the news to see why Lu Qiang resigned.

Not long after Lu Qiang went out, the clan member of the Han family who was invited by Queen Mother He came to him.

This person is none other than Liu Biao and Liu Jingsheng, who were formerly enlisted by Dong Zhuo to be in charge of establishing schools in the entire Guanzhong territory.

Although Liu Biao was recruited by Dong Zhuo, he was one of the Eighth Emperor after all. As one of the leaders of scholars, he naturally couldn't take Dong Zhuo too seriously.

It is also impossible for him to consider Dong Zhuo as his master.

Liu Biao is a capable and smart person, so he just used Dong Zhuo as a stepping stone for him to re-enter the officialdom and enter the imperial court.

All he has to do is to use Dong Zhuo to fulfill his aspirations and ambitions, that is Xingxue!

After all, Liu Biao is almost 50 years old. If his ambition of starting a school is not completed in this time period, he may not have much chance in the future.

Sure enough, after Liu Biao entered Chang'an City, he quickly got on the line of Queen Mother He by virtue of his fame and his status as a clan member of the Han Dynasty.

Moreover, he could indeed give Empress Dowager He a lot of good ideas.

After all, this General Liu Zhonglang was also a great figure who competed with Cao Cao, Yuan Shu and others in history.

Under his governance, Jingzhou was a land of abundance and happiness.

During Liu Biao's 18 years in power, Cao Cao could not get a finger in Jingzhou. It was not until Liu Biao's death that Cao Cao was able to take Jingzhou.

Therefore, in terms of political literacy, especially in terms of conservation, Liu Biao's ability is very strong.

Empress Dowager He told Liu Biao that Liu Jian was going to be the general of Fuyuan.

Although Liu Biao was almost 50 years old, his appearance was extremely handsome. He was tall, well dressed, with a long chest-length beard on his chin, and he looked like a noble man.

After Queen Mother He finished speaking, Liu Biao quickly analyzed the situation.

"Returning to Your Highness, according to the minister, the position of General Fuyuan is indeed not easy to hand over to Liu Deran. After all, there are too many things involved in it. If it is really not that far, the court had better not let this power go easily. .”

Empress Dowager He nodded and said, "Then I'll let Braid join forces with the court ministers to directly refute Dong Zhuo's memorial?"

Liu Biao said: "This matter should be a private deal between Dong Xiangguo and General Zuo. The court directly refuted Xiangguo's statement. In fact, there is not much loss to Xiangguo himself, but Liu Deran will not give up easily. I think he must Dong Xiangguo will be forced to play again, and I feel that this matter will not be refuted once and it will be over."

"The key still depends on General Zuo's attitude, and it also depends on the determination of His Majesty and His Highness."

Empress Dowager He said: "Our determination? What is your Majesty and I's determination now?"

Liu Biao said: "It depends on whether Your Majesty and His Highness are determined to have a falling out with Liu Deran over this matter."

The Empress Dowager He snorted coldly and said, "Why don't you dare? He Liu Jian was just a prick on the border in the past, but he was wrongly loved by the first emperor and carried him into the clan. Now that he is full-fledged, he dares to plot against the royal family. I absolutely can't let him do what he wants." .”

(End of this chapter)