Crowned the New Han Dynasty

Chapter 414 Mrs. Liu persuades her husband, Xianbei presents a gift

"How can things be so simple?" Lan Luo shook his head, as if he was frustrated, "Oh, official affairs are not as simple as you think. Do you know that when the new governor comes this time, How many people did you bring? How much property? How many servants?"

As he said that, he didn't wait for his wife to respond, and then said to himself: "Many of the staff will take over the positions of the county officials in the future, so that they can better assist the eunuch and allow the eunuch to deal with the situation. The increased control inside and outside the county is also a means to win over people's hearts, and so many servants also need financial support, but there is a limit to what the family can provide. If you want to take root further, you have to run the county, and you have to rely on My confidant, tell me, in this situation, what would happen to a subordinate who made a mistake or was left behind by his predecessor?"

Having said this, he first showed a bitter expression, shook his head and said: "Look, isn't this a target sent to someone's door to establish their authority? If it were, I wouldn't let it go."

"However, I heard my father mention the deeds of Governor Chen. He should not be such a person." Mrs. Liu shook her head. "Look, there was a servant who offended him in public before. Afterwards, the governor specifically told him not to be embarrassed. That person? This is what you said, husband."

"Then the servant is insignificant. If there are more people and less people, what's the difference?" Lan Luo still shook his head, "There is no difference at all. If we pursue it blindly, it will make people think that he is narrow-minded. On the contrary, he explained this sentence, giving people a big impression. The feeling of degree.”

"Isn't it the same as your husband's situation?" Mrs. Liu smiled slightly, stretched out her hand to hold Lan Luo's hand, stopping him from continuing to write, "For people like Taishou Chen, this is just a small place. He has never When he comes from Luoyang, his vision will definitely not be limited to the north. Maybe my husband doesn't like him, but I think that whether he is a servant or a meritorious official, there is not much difference in the eyes of the prefect. Not to mention that the prefect may not know, even if he knows Yes, if you are looking for trouble with your husband, it will also appear that he is narrow-minded, but on the contrary, it will be admirable."

Lan Luo's expression changed slightly and the movements of his hands stopped.

She smiled slightly, looked at the letters with a few words, and said: "As soon as your husband writes this letter, the situation will be different. It will really be irreversible. I heard from my husband that my ex Before the eunuch left, the new eunuch repeatedly tried to dissuade him from leaving. Thinking about what happened today, it was obvious that he had expected it. The previous eunuch had embarrassed Mr. Chen several times, so he had no reason to lend a helping hand, let alone his husband? On the other hand, Mr. Lu , once you leave the city, you will never come back. How similar is this letter to your husband? If the letter is sent, even if the letter is sent, even if Chen Taishou does not blame her husband in his heart, how will the husband cope with himself? Isn’t it possible that he can only go further and further on this road? farther?"

Lan Luo glanced at the half-written letter, put down the pen in his hand, and then said with a smile: "Oh, forget it, let's wait and see for two days. If it is true as his beloved wife said, then the husband will indeed be in a dilemma. ”

Thinking of this, he sighed again, but a big stone in his heart fell to the ground, because he had made a decision, and he was no longer uneasy.

On the second day, when he returned to the Yamen, he was stopped by someone before he entered. Looking back, it was Captain Zheng Shi who stopped him.

"Lan Gongcao, how did you sleep yesterday?" Zheng Shi greeted him as soon as he came up, but Lan Luo was full of doubts. He didn't have much contact with Zheng Shi in the past. At most, it was official entertainment. Yesterday was also due to the original Only when several important officials are gathered together will they meet in private. Otherwise, in his position, it would be inappropriate for him to interact with others.

Not to mention, Zheng Shi is from several wealthy local families in Dai County, and has a status similar to that of a clan leader. Although Lan Luo has a rich ancestor and comes from the Zhongshan Kingdom, he has already been defeated by his generation, relying on his relationship with the Liu family. It was only through marriage that he was able to stabilize his position and then get promoted, so he and Zheng Shi were not in the same camp.

Seeing Zheng Shi's familiar posture at this moment, Lan Luo felt that something was wrong.

Isn't this person planning something, trying to drag me into the water?
Thinking of this, Lan Luo became inexplicably uneasy, because at this moment in time, if there is any movement, it is likely to be related to the new prefect. He only let go of his thoughts last night under the persuasion of his wife. Having really made a decision, what I want to do now is to wait and see what happens, but I don't want to get involved anymore.

As soon as he thought about it, he subconsciously wanted to keep a distance from Zheng Shi, and he was perfunctory in his words to the other person. After a few words, he wanted to say goodbye and go to the court first.

Zheng Shi frowned when he saw it. He wanted to say a few words before getting back to the topic, but when he saw this, he had to say directly: "Actually, after I went back yesterday, I thought about what you said and thought it made sense. I think we must wait. We need to act as soon as possible.”

"Let's take action?" Lan Luo felt a sudden thought and asked tentatively: "What did the captain think of?"

"Isn't it about the new governor?" Zheng Shi frowned, but he still said directly, "If nothing happens to the governor, and we become the scapegoats, it would be too unfair. After all, Dai County is ours The roots of the family have little to do with Governor Chen. If we weren't here to take charge, what would the folks in Daijun do? Who would make the decision for them? "

After calming down a little, Lan Luo asked tentatively: "What do you mean, Captain Zheng?"

"I went back last night, and I have already edited a book and sent it to the general in Ji County, and reported the situation here to the old man," Zheng Shi said with a smile on his face, "You also know the history of meritorious service. That clan brother is currently working in front of the general's account. With his recommendation, my letter will definitely be valued by the general. At that time, the general will be able to pay attention to Daijun and figure out whose problem it is. Therefore, you I must stand up and accuse Chen Zhi of his crimes in front of the general, and bring peace to the people of the county!"

Hearing this, Lan Luo couldn't help but take a deep breath, why couldn't he hear it, this Zheng Shi had the same idea as himself, wanted to surrender to General Wang Jun and sell Chen Zhi Yes, use this to get away!
This kind of thing is actually quite dangerous. As a subordinate, you can just ignore the superior and directly betray him. What will the new governor think if he comes over and learns about this matter?How dare I use you?

Therefore, he would not choose such extreme measures until the last moment. Lan Luo made such a decision last night simply because he felt that he had said the wrong thing and left a legacy of disaster, so he had to take risks, but this Zheng In fact, it is still stable, but to suddenly make such a move, there can only be one possibility.He's going to cause trouble!

In an instant, Lan Luo suddenly figured out the key and realized that what Zheng Shi was worried about was actually the responsibilities that came with his position as captain. After all, he was responsible for guarding the troops. The higher-ups really wanted to investigate , it is very likely that it will fall on him, so he is anxious and does not hesitate to come up with such a solution.

I can't get involved!

With this thought in mind, Lan Luo made a few promises, but did not make any promises to Zheng Shi. He just said that he had not thought about it yet and had to think about it again.

"What are you still thinking about!?" Zheng Shi finally changed his face, "Lan Luo, what did you say yesterday? I know it in my heart. If these words reach Chen Zhi's ears, you can't bear to walk around and still be here. What's the point of pretending with me? I'm giving you a chance, but you don't know how to take advantage of it? You have to agree to this matter, or agree not to, and you must stand with me!"

Hearing this, Lan Luo felt angry and wanted to speak again.

But suddenly I heard a burst of uproar in the court, and then there was the sound of horse hooves outside the yamen, followed closely by several strong men, led by several guards. , walked in from the main entrance of the Yamen and headed towards the lobby!

The most eye-catching thing is the boxes held in the hands of these people. They don't know what they contain.

From the looks of Lan Luo and Zheng Shi, they could of course see that these people were not from the Central Plains, and were probably of the Xianbei race.

Having just experienced the Xiongnu attack on the city yesterday, the Hu people are considered a sensitive issue in the hearts of Dai County people, and Lan Luo and Zheng Shi are no exception.

"What are these barbarians doing here? Don't you think Dai County is not chaotic enough?" Zheng Shi narrowed his eyes and said, but he couldn't help but feel happy in his heart. He felt that at this time, it would only take a little provocation to let the Xianbei barbarians into the city. , can put a bucket of dirty water on Chen Zhi's head. Even if Chen Zhi is a prefect or a Shangguan, with the power of the Zheng family in the city, it is not difficult to frame a Shangguan!

"These big boxes and small boxes, are they here to give gifts because Chen Taishou has recently taken office? Giving gifts at this time?" Zheng Shi pretended to sigh, shook his head and said, "Prefect Lu's body is not yet cold, and Taishou Chen doesn't want to find a foreigner to give it to him." The prefect wants to take revenge, so he has to accept gifts from barbarians? Alas, I really feel sorry for the prefect Lu."

Lan Luo listened nearby, but couldn't help but shook his head in his heart.

Not to mention the gift given by a barbarian, how come it has anything to do with Prefect Lu? It is said that the person who killed Prefect Lu was a Huns, and those who came here today were Xianbei. The Huns and Xianbei would not deal with it, let alone this matter. The Hu people came to give gifts on their own initiative, but Chen Taishou did not force the Hu people to give gifts. Can these be connected?I'm afraid this Zheng Shi is really harboring evil intentions, and even ten horses will never come back.

After thinking about it, the two of them entered the court one after another, and they both suppressed their thoughts, with different purposes, and wanted to see the situation before talking.

Afterwards, a set of procedures were carried out and they also knew who was coming today.

"Tuoba Yulu of Tuoba Xianbei? I didn't expect it to be this person. He has a good reputation among Tuoba Xianbei. I heard that he might become the next leader, but he would actually come over to congratulate Chen Zhi at this time?"

Zheng Shi listened to Tuoba Yulu's congratulations when he faced Chen Zhi, and he was planning in his heart that this matter might be exploitable.

"If the matter of Governor Lu is connected with this Tuoba Yulu, then I will be invincible! Even if the next Governor comes, he will not blame me for betraying Shangguan!"

After thinking about it, he soon saw the opportunity. When Tuoba Yulu said: "I didn't have time this time to prepare gifts for Chen Zhi. These gifts are still according to your instructions, Mr. Chen. Once I get it, I will rush to deliver it to you."

Zheng Shi suddenly stood up and said to Chen Zhi: "Prefect, I'm afraid this is inappropriate."

　Change tomorrow
　　
　
(End of this chapter)