Three Kingdoms: The Yellow Turbans finally revolt

Chapter 190 Conspiracy in the night, waste the old and establish the young

Zhang Rang's mood at this time can be described as uneasy. He returned to the palace with a disturbed mood, and summoned Zhao Zhong, Duan Gui, Guo Sheng and other regular attendants to discuss matters.

On weekdays, these people also walked around the most.

In the dim palace room, only a small candle was beating. Several people sat around together, and Zhang Rang repeated what Liu Hong said during the day——

Liu Hong wants to make Liu Qing King of Bohai, and Bohai County will be changed back to Bohai State.

The rest of the regular servants reacted the same as when Zhang Rang first heard it, which was too shocking.

"As far as I am concerned, Your Majesty knows that time is short, so he wants to use this matter to calm his guilt, so that he can meet the late Emperor after his death." Zhang Rang expressed his conjecture.

All the attendants nodded in agreement. Given His Majesty's current state, it is naturally impossible to have other schemes. Besides, even if he wanted to scheme, he would definitely ask Zhang Rang Zhao Zhongzhi for his opinion.

This matter has not changed in more than ten years.

Zhao Zhong frowned, and said in a low voice: "Your Majesty did this because he knew that his time limit was approaching. If His Majesty died, what should we do? Zhang Changshi, Empress He..."

Zhang Rang smiled triumphantly, "Empress He can be our backer. At that time, the prince will argue for his succession and Empress He will be regent. We will assist us, and we will surely be able to preserve it."

Duan Yu said: "Zhang Changshi, Your Majesty has always liked the Prince's Association, if he makes the Prince's Association the emperor, wouldn't we be the secret voters?"

When Duan Gui reminded him like this, Zhang Rang Zhao Zhong was really stunned.

Just because His Majesty didn't stand up, doesn't mean he won't stand up!

With the recovery of the Bohai State first, maybe he will really act according to his preferences again.

"What's more--" Duan Gui continued: "We have been fighting with He Jin for a long time, and it has become incompatible. Even if we are willing to take refuge in Empress He, how will He Jin deal with it!"

"He Jin, He Miao, and Empress He don't get along well, and it's time to separate them!" Zhang Rang said.

At this time, Guo Sheng, who had been silent all this time, spoke: "Everyone, don't forget that the Prince's Association is not only loved by His Majesty, but also Empress Dowager Dong, who will also support her."

Zhang Rang had a headache for a while, it seemed that he was thinking of things simply, and when he met with the regular attendants, he found that each had their own reasons, and he couldn't refute them.

Originally, he thought that the transition to the throne would be smooth, and that the ten permanent attendants would be able to sit back and relax by relying on Empress He.

"Furthermore, Jian Shuo, the captain of the upper military academy, is close to the Queen Mother Dong. If this matter is not handled properly, we may create suspicion among us. The Xiyuan Army is in Jian Shuo's hands." Duan Gui reminded.

Having said that, Zhang Rang hesitated even more.

"Going left or right, He Jin is an obstacle. For the current plan, we can get rid of He Jin first, and then convince Queen He. In this way, even if Empress Dowager Dong wins afterwards, we will also have merit in eliminating the thief!"

Zhang Rang came up with another idea, everyone heard it, and they all felt it made sense, and finally reached a consensus that no matter left or right, He Jin is the enemy of the ten constant attendants, and they need to be eliminated quickly!
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Late at night and deep in the palace, there were more than one conspirator. Empress Dowager Dong specially summoned Jian Shuo to inquire about His Majesty.

Among the ten permanent attendants, Jian Shuo is the only one who can be regarded as her confidant.

"Empress Dowager, Zhang Rang is making frequent moves at this moment. He will be handed over to He Miao first, and then He Miao. I think they are going to side with Empress He." Jian Shuo said.

"Hmph! This bitch!" Empress Dowager Dong scolded, "Do you really think I don't know anything? The emperor's grandson behaves dignifiedly and has the demeanor of a king. He is much better than Liu Bian. Besides, His Majesty has always loved Liu Xie. How could it be the turn of the bitch's son to take the throne!"

"The empress dowager calmed down. Liu Bian wanted to stand up, but he relied on his status as the eldest son and the support of his nephew He Jin. However, Liu Bian has a natal family, so Liu Xie can have one too!"

Empress Dowager Dong's eyes lit up. Her nephew Dong Zhong is a general of hussars and also in charge of the military, so he can take on great responsibilities!

"Lieutenant Jian's words are true. Tomorrow I will meet His Majesty and ask him to appoint the prince Xie as the crown prince. If He Jin dares to stop him, with you and Dong Zhong, why not be afraid of He Jin!"

"The Queen Mother is wise!"

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In Jizhou Yuanshi, there were also two people "conspiring" quietly in the dark.

The matter was as cold as water at night, Liu Qing hid in the quilt, leaving only his head outside, while Zhao Ji only showed half of her head.

She put one hand on Liu Qing's body, and rested her head on Liu Qing's shoulder, chatting with each other.

From the changes in Changshan, to my father's school, and Xinshifang in the east of the city...

"Husband, during this period of time, you often stay out at night, but you are extremely busy?"

Cai Yan, who was silent for a while, suddenly asked.

A certain nerve of Liu Qing suddenly tensed up. Originally, Cai Yan wouldn't bother him when he went out for several months, but this time he suddenly brought it up.

"Hmm, what can I do, just go for a walk around. You also know that Jizhou is not peaceful. Neither the Black Mountain Army nor Wang Fen's rebel army can make me feel at ease."

In fact, where did Wang Fen come from the rebel army, the assassination failed, he dismissed the army long ago, and he also found a mountain ditch to live in seclusion.

It was really hard for Cao Cao to keep looking for him.

"Husband, Luo Yangxin reported that His Majesty's injuries are getting worse and sicker, to the point where he can't eat, will it be just in case..."

"It's not just in case, it's just that there is not much time left, and the day when the world will be in chaos is very close." Liu Qing seemed to be feeling emotional. Logically, this news is top secret, but Liu Qing's eyeliner is Xun You, and he is Huang Huang. Door servant, he is very clear about the affairs of the palace.

"Husband, you won't let the world into chaos, will you?" Cai Yan suddenly asked without thinking, but there were faint expectations for Liu Qing and kindness towards the common people in the world.

Liu Qing scratched Cai Yan's head casually, and she struggled for a while.

"Your husband is just a mere prefect, but I will try my best to keep these two counties safe!" Liu Qing said.

"There is also Wuyuan County." Liu Qing added.

"There is also the second county of Dingxiang in the cloud."

There is also most of Xihe County, and Hedong County, if possible, maybe Zhongshan, Julu and Zhao County, Liu Qing thought to himself.

"What about Bohai County? That's my husband's hometown, right?"

Balhae County...

Liu Qing was silent.

He didn't have much impression of Bohai County, the only thing related to him was his background.

Liu Qing suddenly smiled, "I started doing business when I was ten years old, and I have traveled all over Jizhou. I have also traveled to many places in other counties, and I call Xiaosihai my home. Therefore, the places I have been to are all my homes."

"Including Yu County." Cai Yan hid her mouth in the quilt and smiled timidly.

"Of course!" Liu Qing said seriously, and leaned into Cai Yan's ear, "That's the place where we will get married, and where we will have our bridal chamber."

Liu Qing breathed out warm air, and his words were ambiguous, which made Cai Yan hide his head under the quilt in embarrassment.

Liu Qing kept on doing nothing, and also sneaked into the cup. The two played for a while, venting the little heat in the bed.

Fortunately, the temperature is not very cold now, otherwise the two would definitely hug each other and shiver.

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At the beginning of the sun, Liu Hong woke up early. Last night, he thought over and over again. He was still deciding to distribute the states to the people of the clan. He had a talk with his daughter yesterday, which also made him think more clearly.

Instead of falling into the hands of others, it is better to distribute it to the clan, at least they are all surnamed Liu.

For example, in Jingzhou, even though Ou Xing died, there were still vassals, Sun Jian was a tiger minister, and the governor Wang Rui might not be able to suppress him, so it is better to send Liu Biao to shepherd Jingzhou, and Wang Rui to assist him.

Liu Dai, the governor of Yanzhou, can directly establish an animal husbandry.

"Your Majesty, why did you get up so early, you should take care of yourself."

Zhao Zhong came to the bedroom, saw Liu Hong woke up early, and said respectfully.

"Changshi Zhao, you are my closest servant. You should know that I love Liu Xie, but Liu Bian is the eldest son. Do you think I should abolish the elder and make the younger?"

"Slaves don't dare to discuss abolition!" Zhao Zhong immediately knelt down when he heard this.

Liu Hong snorted and smiled, "I'm afraid there's not much talk about it behind the scenes."

When Zhao Zhong heard this, he broke out in a cold sweat. Why is this Your Majesty different?

"Damn the slave! Damn the slave..." Zhao Zhong kowtowed over and over again.

"Get up, you're not the only one talking about it. I haven't established a crown prince for a day, and this topic will never stop in Luoyang."

Zhao Zhong got up tremblingly, thinking that His Majesty is really a sensible person, luckily it wasn't a matter of plotting last night.

"You go to prepare your car and go back to the palace today. In a blink of an eye, you will have lived in this West Garden for several months."

"Go back to the palace?" Zhao Zhong didn't react for a while, and then nodded again and again, "Observe the order! Obey the order!"

Zhao Zhong went to work. Looking at his distressed appearance, Liu Hong felt a little complacent in his heart. The world knows that ten servants are cunning, but in Liu Hong's view, as long as they are slightly prodded, these cunning people will show their feet.

Zhang Rang is Wang Fu's disciple, and Wang Fu once helped the He family to murder Empress Song and seize the throne. He will never forget these things, and Zhang Rang's daughter-in-law is Empress He's younger sister. With this relationship, it is easy for them Come together.

Therefore, in order to check and balance Empress He, Liu Hong appointed Jian Shuo, who was close to Empress Dowager Dong, as the captain of the Xiyuan Army to protect Liu Xie.

This time back to the palace, let's watch them compete!

After the imperial chariot was ready, Liu Hong returned to the palace without causing any disturbance, calmer than ever.

Liu Hong knew that everyone was waiting for him to die.

Liu Hong's condition was not good, and he didn't rest well. After working hard for more than ten miles, his complexion became extremely bad. He returned to Changle Palace and fell silent again. He neither let him go nor saw anyone.

People have speculated, Liu Hong returned to the palace, what is the so-called matter?
Rumors were just like this, as if there were someone with a heart to guide them. Soon, the news that Liu Hong wanted to establish a prince spread all over Luoyang.

……

When the news reached He Jin's ears, he immediately summoned Chen Lin and others to discuss together.

"Your Majesty wants to establish a crown prince? I should lead all the officials to speak to Your Majesty and make Liu Bian the crown prince!"

"General, be safe and don't be impatient. This is just a rumor, don't listen to it!" Chen Lin advised.

"If this is true, won't it delay the big event?"

"The crown prince is the foundation of the country. He has always been the leader. Now His Majesty has not changed, but he insists on this. If His Majesty wants to abolish the elders and establish the younger ones, it must be discussed by the court. The general must not rush in!" Chen Lin advised .

"Kong Zhang is right. I was impatient. However, I have to guard against this matter. I sent someone to notify Benchu ​​and order him to investigate Luoyang. Anyone who dares to spread rumors in troubled times will be executed! In addition, the general who went out to recruit troops , did you come back?"

"Bao Xin has already returned, and he has recruited more than a thousand soldiers." Chen Lin replied.

He Jin nodded, punched his left palm with his right fist, thoughtfully, but there was still a trace of anxiety in his expression.

"General, don't be impatient, at this moment, someone must be unable to sit still!"

He Jin nodded. The ones who couldn't sit still now were naturally the people in the palace, the two guardians of Liu Bian and Liu Xie.

Behind Liu Bian is Empress He, and behind Liu Xie is Empress Dowager Dong.

According to the established idea, Empress Dowager Dong originally planned to visit Liu Hong in the West Garden today, but he returned to Changle Palace early.

Empress Dowager Dong led Liu Xie to meet Liu Hong in the name of greeting.

Seeing her son so haggard, Empress Dowager Dong was worried for a while, and couldn't help but shed tears.

"Queen, the child can't see the ceremony anymore."

"Greetings to the royal father!"

Liu Xie's eyes were dark and bright, and he saluted Liu Hong generously, Liu Hong liked it very much.

"Get up together."

"Father, you must take care of yourself!"

Feeling relieved, Liu Hong asked directly, "Xie'er, do you want to be emperor?"

Empress Dowager Dong immediately stopped her tears and looked at Liu Xie until he spoke.

"Father wants me to be the emperor, I will make it easy, and I will be a good emperor!" Liu Xie's tone was childish, but what he said won Liu Hong's heart.

Empress Dowager Dong secretly relieved.

Liu Hong gave Empress Dowager Dong a meaningful look. He grew up in Yongle Palace and was raised by Empress Dowager Dong carefully. To be able to raise him like this is naturally a waste of a lot of heart.

On the contrary, the other one has a weak personality, frivolous behavior, and no majesty. Thinking of him, Liu Hong feels his blood pressure is high.

"Although Jian Shuo's Xiyuan army has many troops, he is not in charge of it alone, and its role should not be overestimated."

Liu Hong suddenly said to Queen Mother Dong.

This is to remind her not to rely too much on Jian Shuo.

"Then Dong Zhong..."

Liu Hong shook his head, and only said four words: "It's unusable."

This remark made Empress Dowager Dong's heart cold for a while, and the two major reliances were not enough, then... Empress Dowager Dong had already understood Liu Hong's thoughts.

He hoped to abolish the elders and establish the younger ones, but because the power behind Liu Xie was too weak, he dared not make up his mind.

"Your Majesty, how about Yuan Shi?" Empress Dowager Dong asked tentatively.

In Luoyang, this is a force that cannot be ignored, not only because of Yuan Wei, but now Yuan Shao is the captain of Sili, in charge of the law enforcement army, and Yuan Shu is the general of Huben Zhonglang, in charge of Luoyang's defense.

If Yuan's support is obtained, Liu Xie has a great chance of winning.

"I didn't want Yuan's participation in the abolition of the establishment, but there is no other way right now. Let Dong Zhong go there. If it can be done, I will issue an edict!"

Empress Dowager Dong felt a bit of sadness. From the beginning to the end, the mother and son were of one mind. From Hejian to Luoyang, from Yijie Pavilion to the Emperor of Han, Liu Hong's respect for Empress Dowager Dong has never been compromised. .

And Empress Dowager Dong poured her affection for her son into Liu Xie, and raised him to be a dragon and phoenix. It doesn't matter if he is not the eldest son, Liu Hong still stands by her side.

Empress Dowager Dong made up her mind that for Liu Xie, even if she took this old life, she would not hesitate!

"Hong'er, you have suffered!" Empress Dowager Dong almost forgot how long it had been since she had called her son so affectionately.

Liu Hong seemed to be touched too, with a complicated expression on his face.

At the end of his life, he was not like an emperor, he was just an ordinary son, an ordinary father.

"Queen, I sent Wannian away. I don't want her to be involved in this dispute."

"Wannian she..." Empress Dowager Dong hesitated to speak, knowing that she was talking too much.

"Mother, don't ask, if you can get through this dispute, you will know." Liu Hong said lightly with a smile on his lips.

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