Chapter 390 Wanting to incriminate
Perhaps Yang Xiu had been thinking for a long time, so Yang Ming couldn't help but persuade him: "Sir, do you need to consult the master for such a big matter as conquest?"
Yang Ming's words woke Yang Xiu up. After hearing this, he pondered for a few more breaths and slowly shook his head: "You go first and invite Zhuge Cao into the main hall of the mansion. Let me change my clothes first."
Although Yang Ming was puzzled, he didn't dare to ask more questions. The Yang family had very strict rules, which meant that he and Yang Xiu grew up together, so he dared to make some suggestions, but it didn't mean that he could make the decision for his master.
Soon, the door of Taiwei's mansion opened wide, the threshold was lifted, and Zhuge Jin and others were welcomed into the mansion.
Despite the fact that Luoyang is withered and in ruins waiting to be renovated, the Taiwei Mansion occupies a large area, but it is far less luxurious and beautiful than it was in its heyday.
Zhuge Jin is a very good-tempered person with a stable temperament.
After waiting at the door for a long time and being welcomed into the main hall, no one was seen for a long time.
But he was neither arrogant nor impatient, and waited calmly without any sign of impatience. The servants of the Yang family were also quite surprised to see this.
Fortunately, Yang Xiu appeared in the main hall next. After entering, he saluted Zhuge Jin first and said, "My mother felt cold, and she was just waiting when she heard that a distinguished guest was coming. She had to take a bath and change clothes. Thank you, Zhuge Cao has been waiting for a long time."< br>
Zhuge Jin is not very good-looking, especially his face is long and narrow, resembling some kind of animal. It was just his calm demeanor and sincere eyes that made Yang Xiu feel good about him.
"Brother Yang, it is really presumptuous to come here unexpectedly."
Zhuge Jin stood up and bent over his left wing to express his apology, and then explained: "I just want to bear all the responsibilities. My lord admires Brother Yang very much, and hereby prepares a heavy gift. I want to conquer Brother Yang and join my lord's shogunate." Xiangzhu, I wonder what your wishes are?”
Yang Xiu had thought it over clearly at this time. Therefore, after pretending to be thoughtful, he immediately replied: "Xiu Meng Zhengnan values me, and he does not regard Xiu as a despicable person. He wants to entrust him with a heavy responsibility, and he feels it all in his heart. It's just that the matter is so important that he has to deal with it. My father discussed it and asked Mr. to explain something to Zheng Nan for me.”
Zhuge Jin listened quietly to Yang Xiu's explanation. After the other party finished speaking, he stood up and handed over his hands. Then under Yang Xiu's confused eyes, he took out a letter from his arms and handed it to the other party.
"This letter was entrusted by Zhengnan and asked me to hand it over to Brother Yang."
Yang Xiu was a little confused, but he still accepted the letter.
Zhuge Jin then said goodbye, turned around and left, preparing to return to the palace of General Hussar.
After Zhuge Jin left, Yang Xiu opened the letter curiously, and after reading only a few lines, his face suddenly turned pale.
Before reading the letter, Yang Xiu thought that the letter might contain Liu Feng's good words and persuasion, which could be used to his advantage.
But after seeing it clearly, Yang Xiucai realized that this was not a letter written by Liu Feng to him at all, but a letter written by his father to Yuan Shu.
As the letter unfolds, there are many flattering words in it, and even more explicit and transcendent words.
Yang Xiu dared to use his own head as a guarantee. Once this letter was sent to the emperor or the general, it would definitely trigger a major case, and the suspect in this case was none other than his father, Yang Biao.
Although Yang Xiu didn't believe the content of the letter at all, no matter how he confirmed it, he could only come to one conclusion, that is, the handwriting on the letter was indeed his father's handwriting.
At this time, Yang Xiu's face was pale, and his hands holding the silk book could not help but tremble slightly.
He knew very well that not to mention that the handwriting was very similar to his father's, even if the handwriting was only 70-80% similar, it would definitely become a sharp blade in the hands of the general.
Yang Xiu's ears suddenly recalled Zhuge Jin's words just now.
This letter was handed over to him on the order of Liu Feng and Liu Zhengnan.
Yang Xiu suddenly woke up.
He could never let Zhuge Jin go back and recover like this. Once Zhuge Jin returned empty-handed, his father would most likely have to spend the night in prison tonight.
Yang Xiu didn't care about being polite. Under the shocked eyes of the servants, he picked up his robe and chased outside.
After a while of sprinting, he finally caught up with Zhuge Jin at the gate.
"Zhuge Cao, please stay!"
In Zhuge Jin's surprised eyes, Yang Xiu panted and ran to him.
After finally catching his breath, Yang Xiu immediately bowed and saluted, saying: "Zhuge Cao, Xiu, after careful consideration, I feel the deep affection and friendship of Liu Zhengnan, and I am willing to take part in the expedition to the south and fulfill my loyal duties for the expedition to the south."
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In the general's palace, Cao Ang walked quickly, almost running.
After entering the study, he saw Cao Cao talking to Xi Zhong.
The atmosphere in the study was quite harmonious. Cao Cao and Xi Zhong were chatting happily, with relaxed smiles on both faces.
But after seeing Cao Ang, the smiles on their faces suddenly dropped, and their eyes fell on him.
Cao Ang immediately greeted the two of them with a respectful salute.
"Father, Mr. Opera."
Cao Cao then turned to look at him and asked, "What's going on with Zixiu? He's so panicked."
Cao Ang swallowed and immediately replied: "Father, this morning, General Zhengnan sent his subordinate Cao Zhugejin to the Taiwei Mansion to recruit the Taiwei's son Yang Xiu."
"What!?"
Cao Cao, who had just disliked his elder brother for not being stable enough, suddenly concentrated on it: "What's the result?"
Xi Zhong's attention was also focused on Cao Ang, staring at him closely with Cao Cao, waiting for his answer.
Cao Ang swallowed and replied nervously: "It is said that Yang Xiuchu refused Zhuge Jin because he did not agree at first. But no one expected that when Zhuge Jin was about to leave the Taiwei's mansion, Yang Dezu actually chased him out, in full view of everyone. …”
Originally, Cao Ang wanted to let it go, but he found that his father Cao Cao and Xi Zhong looked at each other with something wrong and murderous, so he quickly said honestly: "It should be done."
Cao Cao and Xi Zhong had actually guessed it when Cao Ang was trying to pass him off, but they were shocked when they heard it with their own ears.
"Lord, this matter is no small matter."
The actor thought carefully for a moment and spoke first: "Especially Yang Dezu's process of Yingpi was not right."
Xi Zhong keenly noticed Yang Xiu's abnormality, what changed his mind, and made him chase him to the gate to answer the question.
Cao Cao took it seriously and nodded slowly.
Cao Ang looked left and right, not knowing what to say for a moment.
"My Lord, the top priority is to find a way to understand what changed Yang Xiu's attitude."
Xi Zhong continued: "Secondly, once Yang Xiu changes sides, I'm afraid we can no longer watch from the other side. Zhong Zhong is worried that Yang Biao's party will be controlled by Liu Feng."
Cao Ang was shocked and instinctively looked at his father.
In the Eastern Han Dynasty, even in the last years, it was common for father and son to serve in two camps.
As far as Cao Cao and Cao Song's father are concerned, although Cao Song loved Cao Cao very much, in fact, Cao Song only gave Cao Cao a small part of his property and money. After Cao Cao's first defeat of King Qin, Cao Song just stood aside and watched. Let’s support Cao Cao with money, food and supplies.
In turn, Cao Song took his young son and a large amount of money to Langya, which in itself was also a manifestation of diversified investment.
Cao Ang had already attached great importance to Yang Xiu Yingpi's matter, but after seeing the reactions of his father and Mr. Xi, he realized that he had underestimated the impact of this matter.
Sure enough, under Xi Zhong's advice, Cao Cao nodded slowly: "Zixiu, you go to the Hussar General's mansion and ask Liu Zhengnan to come over and talk about it." "Here!"
Cao Ang did not dare to delay and immediately left as ordered.
Cao Cao frowned as he looked at Cao Ang's leaving figure, no longer as relaxed and comfortable as before.
"Zhicai, you may have guessed how Liu Zisheng persuaded Yang Dezu?"
Xi Zhong smiled bitterly and shook his head slowly: "My lord, Zhong is also very curious, but he can't figure it out. But now that Yang Dezu has taken refuge with Liu Zisheng, Yang Wenxian will probably back down because of this. If we continue to sit and watch, If they succeed or fail, they may not get much benefit.”
Previously, Xi Zhong made a plan for Cao Cao, hoping to use Yang Biao to attack Liu Feng in order to force Liu Feng to make concessions to his side.
Originally, the emperor's alliance with Yang Biao's party succeeded in disgusting Liu Feng. As long as Liu Feng still wanted Yangzhou Shepherd, he had to win over Cao Cao.
After all, Cao Cao is a general, and the edict issued by the emperor must be attached to him before it can take effect.
But if Yang Biao's party simply gave in, then Liu Feng wouldn't have to rely on Cao Cao's help.
Then Cao Cao still wants to reap benefits, but he can no longer assume a neutral posture.
After all, given the poor relationship between him and the emperor, even if he wanted to cooperate, there was still a lack of trust.
"Yes, this matter is indeed extremely suspicious. Sir, you can use all your power to find out more clearly within the next few days."
Cao Cao greatly agreed: "In addition, we will invite Wen Ruo and Boning to come to discuss the matter later and discuss this matter together."
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Liu Feng stood at the door of General Hussar's Mansion, looking at Yang Xiu who was returning with Zhuge Jin in the same car, and immediately stepped forward to greet him.
"I have long heard that Dezu was magnificent in grace, noble in appearance, and had a photographic memory. I saw it today. I don't know about photographic memory for the time being, but the first two sentences are true and you don't deceive me."
Liu Feng's attitude was as peaceful as spring breeze and rain, but Yang Xiu was a little absent-minded, and there was a look of horror in Liu Feng's eyes.
"Zhengnan is praised too much, but Xiuxian dare not accept it."
After Yang Xiu got out of the car, he stood behind Zhuge Jin. After hearing Liu Feng's praise, he stepped forward and said humbly: "Xiu has heard that the general is recruiting, but he is ashamed that his name is not worthy of his name. But the general is extremely sincere, so he obeys with a straight face."< br>
Yang Xiu was originally very good at words and eloquent, but at this moment, his mind was occupied with the letter, and he wished he could immediately grab Liu Feng's collar and ask for the reason.
But he didn't dare and couldn't.
Looking at Xu Chu behind Liu Feng, Yang Xiu felt that if he dared to be rude to Liu Feng in the slightest, he might be knocked out by Xu Chu without even being able to touch his collar.
Unlike Yang Xiu who was full of worry, Liu Feng was in a good mood with a smile on his face: "Dezu, come with me into the mansion."
Liu Feng took Yang Xiu's hand, and the two of them entered the mansion step by step.
After taking their seats in the main hall, Liu Feng introduced the Zhuge brothers, Pang Tong, Xu Chu, Zhang Liao and others to Yang Xiu one after another.
Although Yang Xiu was anxious, he had to calm down and get to know everyone.
After the introductions between the two parties were completed, Liu Feng said seriously: "Dezu is knowledgeable and talented, and he is also good at learning and memorizing. Therefore, Feng wants to ask Dezu Qu to take up the post of chief secretary of the shogunate of General Zhengnan. I don't know Dezu." Do you want to? ”
Yang Xiu was a little surprised by this. The position of chief registrar was very important, and it was one of the key positions among the shogunate officials.
Although he is not the second person in the shogunate like Nagashi, nor is he in charge of the first shogunate like the chief of each bureau.
The great thing about the chief clerk is that he is a jack-of-all-trades position. His scope of authority is very wide. In theory, all the affairs of the various departments should be summarized by him.
Therefore, the position of chief registrar cannot be held by anyone other than a close relative. Otherwise, wouldn’t it mean that one’s own underwear is exposed to others?
Yang Xiu originally thought that Liu Feng brought him into the shogunate mainly as a handle to threaten his father. There was a high probability that he would be given a sinecure position, such as Sima, Langzhong and the like.
He never imagined that he would be the chief bookkeeper.
Yang Xiu even suspected that he was too nervous and worried and heard wrongly. But after confirming that it was true, Yang Xiu became even more uneasy.
He eagerly wanted to know what Liu Feng had in mind.
"General!"
Yang Xiu shouted loudly.
Liu Feng looked at him in surprise: "What's wrong with Dezu?"
Suddenly, everyone in the hall looked at Yang Xiu.
Yang Xiu only felt that everyone's eyes were quite complicated, with many emotions that he could not understand.
But at this time, he didn't care much anymore. He left the table and prostrated himself, and said to Liu Feng: "Xiu has some important secrets that he wants to report to the general. I kindly ask the general to tell Xiu alone."
Yang Xiu's move was undoubtedly quite reckless and should not have been done by a direct descendant of Yingluo, the fourth-generation Taiwei family.
The hall fell into silence. Yang Xiu lowered his head and did not dare to raise his head, but he could not see the eye contact between Liu Feng, Zhuge Liang, Pang Tong and others.
After a while, Yang Xiu finally heard Liu Feng's voice.
"Even so, then Dezu, please follow me to the back hall."
Liu Feng stood up and walked toward the back of the palace.
Yang Xiuchang breathed a sigh of relief and stood up quickly, not even daring to look at his fellow guests, and hurriedly chased Liu Feng away.
When they arrived in the back hall, only Liu Feng, Xu Chu and Yang Xiu were left.
It was said that they were playing alone, but Xu Chu was always by Liu Feng's side.
Yang Xiu turned a blind eye to this.
"Dezu, what do you have to say, do you need to answer it alone?"
Listening to Liu Feng's words as if he didn't know anything, Yang Xiu secretly gritted his teeth.
But the situation was stronger than the people, and in the end Yang Xiu had no choice but to take out the letter and present it to Liu Feng.
"General, I would like to ask where this thing comes from."
Xu Chu stepped forward, took the letter, and presented it to Liu Feng.
Liu Feng took it, opened it, looked at it, and then looked up at Yang Xiu: "Of course I got it from Yuan Shu's secret vault."
Yang Xiu showed an angry look on his face and protested loudly: "My father is a great Han Dynasty official and is loyal to the emperor and the court. There is no way he would collude with a rebellious minister like Yuan Shu."
Tsk tsk tsk, Nichen, that’s your uncle.
Liu Feng complained in his heart, and then calmed down and said: "But I did get it from Yuan Shu's secret treasury, which is strange."
Yang Xiu's mind changed, and he immediately said: "Perhaps the Yuan family's rebellious minister forged this letter in order to separate my father from the emperor. He also hoped that Zheng Nan could distinguish right from wrong and clear my father's name."
(End of chapter)