Biography of Yang Fei

Chapter 194 Position of Prime Minister
After the emperor finished writing the imperial decree, he felt very tired and said, "I can only sleep this time, Yu'er, come too!"

Yang Yu said with a smile: "The concubine has something to tell Chang Man. This Ximen Jixuan has a weird temper, so he must not be offended." The emperor knew her relationship with Ximen Jixuan, so he nodded and said, "I will rest first. Now, don't be too late!"

Seeing the emperor walking away, Yang Yu drew a few strokes on the paper and said, "Send this along with the imperial decree!"

Yang Yu knew that Guo Zichao had asked Ying to kill the Salt Gang to avoid herself, and maybe he would hesitate when he received the imperial edict, so she drew a picture of broken jade, believing that Guo Zichao would understand the purpose of asking for advice mean!

Yang Yu didn't know if it was right to do this, she actually took advantage of Guo Zichao's deep affection for her, and called him back to the palace in such an urgent manner, but to help the emperor, wouldn't it be unfair to Guo Zichao?
It's just that if the emperor loses power, then the Yang family will also be destroyed. No, as long as the power of the concubine is still there, the Yang family will be a thorn in his side!
Let her be selfish for a while, she can't just watch the Yang family fall.Chang Man agreed to leave, and Yang Yu rested. Seeing that the emperor had fallen asleep, Yang Yu rested quietly for a while.

At this time, Princess Guangde's mansion was also very busy. For the safety of the prince, the emperor asked Princess Guangde to take them out of the palace. When they saw Princess Changning, whom they had missed for a long time, they were naturally full of sorrow and joy. In fact, they have long suspected that Mrs. Guang Han's death was not simple, but they didn't know that there were so many secrets in it.

Yu Cong is worried now. The current situation can be described as imminent. Although it is calm inside and outside the capital, there are many more soldiers patrolling for no reason, and most of them are under the control of the concubine.Yu Cong, as the prime minister and the emperor's brother-in-law, of course wants to stand on the emperor's side, but the emperor's years of indifference to government affairs have already disillusioned people. He and the concubine were on good terms before, but the current situation is not good. It's the emperor who can't control it at all.

Although he is now the prime minister and has considerable real power, when it comes to the critical moment, military power is the most important thing.

Princess Guangde didn't take it seriously, and said: "Why is the son-in-law so worried? I believe that the emperor will be able to deal with the concubine, but I don't believe it. She can follow Wu Zetian's example!" Yu Cong knew that Princess Guangde always ignored her. The government doesn't know the benefits and harms, so it doesn't talk too much.

It was Princess Changning who understood better, and said: "Uncle, could it be that Father and Emperor can't mobilize soldiers and horses from various places to support?"

Yu Cong sighed and said, "It's not peaceful everywhere now, how dare you mobilize troops at will? Even the changes in the capital can't be spread, otherwise the border will not be peaceful again!"

Qilang suddenly said from the side: "I really regret that I don't have peerless martial arts, otherwise, I must smash the concubine to pieces!"

Everyone knows that his hatred is unimportant, but Princess Changning couldn't help touching her belly because of a thought. If Nan Moyun was in the capital, it would be easy. Remembering his promise, He said that his life is hers!

Seeing Princess Changning in a daze, Princess Guangde couldn't help feeling a little worried, "Changning, what's the matter?" Princess Changning came back to her senses and said, "It's nothing! Changning is just thinking about how to help the emperor!"

Yu Cong sighed, and said: "That Lu Yan was a shameless person in the first place, and now he has nothing to say to the concubine, but Gao Mi is loyal, so it can be seen that he was chilled because of Gao Qingxue's matter! That's why Against the Emperor!"

Princess Changning was silent for a long time, and said: "What Lu Yan covets is probably the position of prime minister and her daughter's glory, but I heard that King Zhao has no intention of fighting for power, won't his wish come true?"

Yu Cong's eyes lit up, and he said: "If I give up the position of prime minister, will there be a chance? Besides, King Zhao really didn't intend to do this, and it's not King Zhao who the concubine wants to support, so that's not justified If it doesn’t go well, as long as you tell him the pros and cons clearly, he might be shaken!”

Princess Guangde was startled, and said: "How can the position of prime minister be handed over? Are you a fool, son-in-law?" Yu Cong laughed and said: "This is just a stopgap measure. When the emperor is in power, it will not be too late to deal with them! "

It was right for Princess Guangde to think about it, so she said: "Anyway, be careful!"

Yu Cong looked at the sky and said: "You guys should rest, the court will be early in a while, and I will also go to the palace to discuss with the emperor."

Princess Guangde nodded and took them to rest.Yu Cong was planning everything in his heart.

When it was daylight, Yu Cong came to wait in front of the city gate early, and saw Lu Yan's sedan chair from a distance, Yu Cong hurriedly stopped him, and when Lu Yan saw that it was Yu Cong, he had no good face.Said: "What is the intention of the son-in-law?"

Lu Yan was very dissatisfied with Cong. In order to avoid suspicion, he took the initiative to resign as a chancellor. He had no choice but to think that Yu Cong would be cheaper. Lu Yan looked down on Yu Cong from the bottom of his heart, because it was the emperor's brother-in-law who got it. As the prime minister, since he took the position, although he has not made any major mistakes, he has not made any great achievements.

Yu Cong didn't take it seriously, and said: "Lord Lu, Yu Cong has something to say, I wonder if Master Lu can move the jade step?"

In front of this city gate, Lu Yan didn't want to be too ugly, so he got out of the sedan chair and said, "If you have anything to say, you might as well just say it!"

Yu Cong said straight to the point: "Princess Guangde often complains that I don't have time to accompany her. I am right after thinking about it. I am a son-in-law, and the most important thing is to make the princess happy, so I decided to ask the emperor to resign later. I think Master Lu is the most suitable position!"

Lu Yan's face was stunned, he was shocked that Yu Cong would say something, but after thinking about it, he understood, sneered, and said: "Thank you son-in-law for your kindness, but Lu is now The position of prime minister is not interesting, the son-in-law should use it for himself!"

Yu Cong knew that Lu Yan would say that, and he couldn't help laughing up to the sky, "Hahaha! Is Master Lu still dreaming of the king's dream? It's time to wake up! Don't say that King Zhao is indifferent by nature, and he likes to travel to the mountains the most. Playing with water, I have no intention of competing for power and profit. Taking ten thousand steps back, even if King Zhao has such thoughts, how can the subjects of the world be convinced? What's more, the concubine is not interested in King Zhao at all! Called back to the palace to stand by, how come there is still no trace? You should understand the concubine's strategy best, how could she deploy it like this? There is only one reason, the concubine wants to support the flesh in Liu Ruyun's stomach!"

Lu Yan's mind suddenly thumped, he never thought of such a possibility, how could the concubine abandon her son and support others?impossible!But Yu Cong's words made sense, which made Lu Yan a little hesitant, and the concubine herself hinted that she would marry her daughter to the world, that's why he would sacrifice his life for her like this.

So he sneered and said: "Your son-in-law is really joking! Then Liu Ruyun doesn't know what Liu Cairen's stomach is, how can the concubine support her?" Yu Cong looked at Lu Yan very regretfully, and said: "It seems that Mr. Lu should be What a confusion! The concubine just wants to be in power. Is there any difference who is the emperor? Of course Liu Ruyun's fetus is determined by the imperial doctor to be a boy. Even if it is not, the concubine will find another little prince to replace her. I just want a puppet, but it will definitely not be King Zhao! King Zhao has no intention of doing this at all. Just convincing him will take a lot of thought, and it is still not convincing, but the emperor's prince is unnecessary, and the concubine can be justified Get the support and monopolize the power!"

Lu Yan was dumbfounded, as if he was shocked by Yu Cong's words, Yu Cong knew that he had been shaken, and said: "Master Lu, think about it carefully, whether the position of prime minister is important, or risking the threat of extermination of the nine clans to make wedding dresses for others important!"

After that, he left first.When he arrived at the Hall of Qinzheng, Yu Cong told the emperor his thoughts. Although the emperor was a little surprised, if he could get the support of Lu Yan, the position of prime minister would be nothing, not to mention that he could take it back at any time!

The emperor agreed with the idea of ​​giving it a try, and when it was time to go to the court, Yu Cong resigned from the emperor on the grounds that he was unwell and recommended Lu Yan. Everyone can tell that this rock concubine belongs to the party, so what is Yu Cong making trouble with?
Lu Yan's expression was even more cloudy, and he stepped forward and said: "I have little talent and little learning, I'm afraid I will live up to Master Cong's trust!"

The emperor smiled and said: "Master Lu is too serious. I have always relied on Mr. Lu. I am well aware of your talents and learning, which can be used. I also deeply appreciate your recommendation. Now the country is In troubled times, what is needed is a minister like Mr. Lu, and I will add Mr. Lu as the Minister of Zhongshu, the Minister of Huangmen, and the same as Zhongshumen, will Mr. Lu be willing?"

As soon as the emperor said this, all the ministers were very surprised. The prime minister system in the Tang Dynasty adopted a multi-phase system, which guaranteed that there would be no powerful ministers, and could effectively strengthen the centralization system. The emperor granted Lu Yan the title of multiple chancellors, such an honor is unprecedented!

Even Lu Yan was stunned, this was everything he had dreamed of, and it was right in front of him today!If Yu Cong's persuasion made him see the situation clearly, and the conferment of the emperor made him have no worries, Lu Yan has actually been shaken, but what he is worried about is the emperor's settlement after autumn, after all, he and the concubine once stood on the same front Besides, the concubine and himself are related by marriage, so he still has some hesitation.

The emperor was well aware of his concerns, and said: "In order for Mr. Lu to serve me better, I decided to give Mr. Lu a gold medal. You can come and go freely in the forbidden palace, as if you were here in person!"

Lu Yan glanced at the emperor, and the gratitude in his heart was beyond words. The gold medal also has the function of avoiding death. This is the emperor's guarantee and promise to him!

(End of this chapter)