Crowned the New Han Dynasty

Chapter 413: Misfortune comes from the mouth, and emergency comes from the book

"Ahead are the Huns!"

On the opposite side, among the galloping cavalry, someone cheered loudly!
This group of people is Tuoba Xianbei's cavalry, and leading them is Tuoba Yulu.

The young leader of Tuoba Xianbei also looked excited at this time. He looked at the Huns' team in front and smiled.

"Mr. Chen really had a brilliant plan, and we really encountered the Huns here. Isn't it Liu Yao who led the way? He, the Huns general, was very majestic in the past! We were also devastated in the previous battle. He has suffered a lot, but now he is here, how can we let him go!"

The more Tuoba Yulu talked, the more excited he became, and he immediately accelerated his speed and ran forward!
"What a pity! The Huns obviously experienced a hard battle, but I didn't bring them all!"

With his long experience on the battlefield, he still couldn't tell that this Huns cavalry was tired and in disarray. It was obvious that they had experienced a hard battle and were at the end of a strong crossbow!

Facing such a team, the cavalry led by Tuoba Yulu can be said to be a new force. They have an advantage in both morale and physical strength. Of course, they are not willing to let go of such an opportunity!
"Mr. Chen specially asked Brother Zhao to deliver the message just for this moment. He must not let Liu Yao go! It's a pity, it's a pity that I was doubtful before, so I had reservations and brought not many people. Go back, otherwise there will be no suspense today!"

With such thoughts, he did not hesitate. He took the lead and led the Xianbei cavalry to rush forward. With morale, energy, physical strength and numerical advantages, he blocked the only way to pass, and then roared towards it!

Just like that, the Huns cavalry were forced to retreat!
"Don't retreat! Charge forward!"

Liu Yao pulled out the long knife from his waist and shouted!

"There is a narrow path behind, there is nowhere to go, and there are men chasing soldiers, how can we get rid of it? The only way to survive is to rush forward!"

Before he finished speaking, he had already charged forward!
Following closely behind was the young warrior. He was Liu Yao's die-hard loyalist. Seeing this, he followed him without hesitation!

With these two people as role models, the others immediately looked the same, roaring and rushing forward!

The fight between the two nomads begins!

Cold light flashed, horses' hooves trampled, gold and iron clattered, blood spilled on the ground, roars and screams alternated continuously, creating the most primitive and barbaric tune.

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"The Huns came here obviously because of the new governor." Master Shi Lanluo shook his head and sighed in a low voice.

Opposite him, county magistrate Shi Liubao, Daixian magistrate Lu Dao, facial features Geng Qing and others sat, all of them with sad faces.

If any of the people from the county came here and saw the lineup in this room, they would probably be able to sigh with emotion. Most of the high-ranking officials from the county were gathered here.

However, high-ranking officials who usually have a lot of official authority now have no regard for their official authority at all, and they have encountered a big problem.

What everyone is worried about is what Lan Luo is talking about: "Prefect Chen came here and attracted the Huns. I don't know how many attacks from the Huns will fall on Dai Jun in the future. In the past, we could still use appeasement." Fa, let Liu Kun take the lead, in the future our Daijun may become Liu Kun’s bait and help him attract the Xiongnu army!”

As soon as this statement came out, everyone frowned and frowned.

In front of Chen Zhi, they all showed a clear understanding of their righteousness, but they were doing it for others to see. If it really happened to them, the situation would be different.

Especially people like Lan Luo and Geng Qing, although they are low-ranking officials, they are closely related to the interests of the local family. Their wives and concubines are the prostitutes and concubine daughters of the local family. , the clan has received a lot of filial piety, but all have been lost long ago.

Not to mention Captain Zheng Shi and others, they simply came from aristocratic families. Because the Three Mutual Laws existed in name only, they did not have to avoid the countryside and were able to hold high positions in the local area.

The children of such aristocratic families, since they came to power, have gained a lot for their own family. The main manifestations are the property and land, as well as the many tenant farmers and tribes attached to the land.

When they protect the land, they are protecting their own interests. However, if the Xiongnu's attention is attracted and the army comes every two days, they will not be able to protect them even if they want to. There are countless complaints against Chen Zhi.

"These are still far away," Na Lujiao said at this time, "There is still a big problem at hand, which is about the Lu District Prefect. This Lu Prefect has been in power for the past three years. No matter how many grievances we have with him, or whether I admire his character and ability in politics, but one thing cannot be changed, that is, this person was a confidant of the general and an official of the court. He died on the territory of our Daijun. If the court pursues him, it will be a big deal immediately. , and it's right in front of you! Besides, the court's investigation is not terrible. If the general is held accountable, who can afford it? That one often kills people!" "Yes, this is the most troublesome thing at the moment! "Liu Bao also shook his head, his eyes full of worry, "Who knows how this matter will be decided? It stands to reason that the Huns are rebels, but before the Northern Army was defeated, the court tolerated it, and this year, it is no longer the case. Let me mention again that we turned a blind eye to the Xiongnu invasion and harassment. Not long ago, a county magistrate was killed, and even a Sima in the army was killed. In the end, nothing happened. The county guard was afraid of being killed. We should also reduce major issues to trivial matters and not pursue the matter with the Xiongnu, but it will be difficult to talk about it internally."

Captain Zheng Shi nodded and said: "After the incident of the county magistrate, the entire county, from top to bottom, was beaten to the bottom. No one in any position was spared. As for the several deaths of Sima in the army, the relevant generals , staff, subordinates, and even brave soldiers, from the front army to the supply camp, some people have been held accountable, or demoted, or removed from their posts, and some have simply been charged! This is true for county magistrates and Sima, not to mention county guards? Especially, we They watched Governor Lu helplessly... The head was taken away by thieves. What's more terrible is that it was displayed in front of the city gate by the Huns. If the news gets out, it is really unpredictable how we will be dealt with. ah!"

Liu Bao sighed and said: "Yes, in fact, the Xiongnu acted cruelly and killed the prefect. This was a serious crime. If we can save Prefect Lu's head, it would be considered a meritorious service and may be able to offset a lot of guilt. In addition, the Huns invaded." , the frontier army’s defense is poor, and they should also bear the responsibility. This plus and one minus may be able to solve the problem, but the problem is that the Huns have escaped!”

Lu Dao also said with a bitter look on his face: "The Lu family still doesn't know what to say. Governor Lu was not valued by the Lu family in the past, but since he was on duty in the North, the Lu family has become more and more closely connected with him. What if he gets angry with us?" bear?"

The room suddenly became filled with sadness.

Geng Qing, who had facial features, suddenly said: "There is something you didn't mention. In fact, the most worrying thing is Governor Chen's background."

As soon as he said this, the surrounding area suddenly became quiet, and everyone looked at him with complicated expressions.

Almost everyone has considered this issue, but they have not said it out loud because they have concerns. Now that someone has started to take action, the tacit understanding has finally been broken.

"Behind Taishou Chen is the Taifu and the Yang family. He is newly appointed. I heard that even the emperor is very fond of him. I don't think he will be allowed to step down for some reason as soon as he takes office. The superiors may want to remove him." The responsibility has been laid down, but Governor Lu’s head has been taken away, so this matter will be difficult to handle. Maybe a few people will be dragged in to take the responsibility for him in the end!”

Everyone suddenly looked gloomy. No matter what they thought, they were all ideal candidates to take the blame.

"Just..." Suddenly, Lan Luo hesitated for a moment, then gritted his teeth and said: "Everyone here should know very well that we are all grasshoppers on the same rope, and we will all be harmed. But if we can unify our voices, we will be responsible. Put it all on the new county guard, maybe there is a turning point, after all... the law does not blame the public!"

As he spoke, the expressions of the rest of the people changed, showing signs of intentional movement.

But they are very clear that they cannot express their views easily, so they don't say much.

"It still depends on the situation." Liu Bao followed the trend and didn't get entangled in this issue. "It's not too early. We are actually taboo for gathering like this. Today we can use the Huns as an excuse, but if the time is too long, the rumors If you go over there, it will inevitably make the prefect suspicious, so I think it’s better to leave.”

"The long history speaks for itself."

The others agreed one after another, and after nodding repeatedly, they each took their leave and left.

Seeing everyone's reaction, Lan Luo regretted it in his heart, knowing that his proposal was a bit reckless, even if other people were ordinary-minded, when the situation was unclear, they would not express their opinions easily, but let himself be pushed to the front because of impatience .

"No! If someone informs, won't I be a scapegoat?"

After returning home, Lan Luo became more and more worried as he thought about it. He couldn't eat or sleep. Finally, he got up in the middle of the night and went to the table to write something.

"Husband, what are you worried about? Is it because of the Huns?"

Lan Luo's wife, Mrs. Liu, was the daughter of the Liu family in Dai County. She was also from a noble family and had a lot of experience. People in the city would not know that the Huns were coming, so they asked this question.

"Madam, my husband is confused today. What he said was careless. If it reaches the ears of the new governor, it will offend someone. I don't know what will happen. For the current plan, I can only surrender to the general."

"What?" Ms. Liu was surprised when she heard this, "What did your husband say today?"

Lan Luo briefly told her what he had said when everyone gathered in the evening, and finally said: "It is rumored that the general is quite prejudiced against the new prefect, and Lu District is a confidant of the general. If I am willing to surrender, , I made up some words to please the general, and with his support, I don’t think even Chen Zhi can do anything to me.”

"That's not right." Unexpectedly, Mrs. Liu shook her head, "Husband, please listen to me. People say that Chen Jun is a famous scholar in Qingxu with a broad mind. My husband has always been talented, but he can only say a few words. I don't expect that Mr. Chen will not As for punishing people for your words, as long as your husband is loyal to his duties, the eunuch will know your heart."

(End of this chapter)