When Yuan Xi raised his head, he had the opportunity to look directly at Liu Xie and see his appearance clearly.
Liu Xie has a rather delicate appearance, with a plump face and clear facial lines. At first glance, he looks like the kind of person who has great ideas.
But if you look more closely, you can see that he has a sallow face and thin muscles, and still has a hint of childishness. The crown dress seems a bit too big for him, making his body underneath look a little thin, like a scarecrow wearing rags in the fields.
Yuan Xi thought that Liu Xie's life had not been very good in the past few years. He glanced briefly and then lowered his head. The moment he looked back, he seemed to vaguely feel two people kneeling behind Liu Xie's seat. A woman.
After listening to Yuan Xi's words, Liu Xie let go of Yuan Xi's arm, returned to his seat, sat down, and said, "When the general comes to see you now, I thought there must be something going on."
"General, please speak frankly."
Yuan Xi thought about it and said, "Your Majesty, the area around Huaicheng is very unsafe right now. Yuan Shu is watching in the south and the Black Mountain bandits are causing trouble in the north. Please order Jizhou to send troops to protect the safety of the emperor."
I heard someone next to me snort, "The Black Mountain Army is personally entrusted by the Han court, and the Yuan family is attacking without permission. Who is causing trouble?"
Yuan Xi looked sideways and found that the speaker was in his forties or fifties, with five long beards, some sparse hair, and a large forehead.
Yuan Xi didn't know the identity of the officials around Liu Xie, and thought it would be nice if Jushu was by his side. Now this person is obviously against the Yuan family. Is he Ding Chong, Zhong Yao, or someone else?
While I was wondering, I heard someone next to me say: "Shilang Zhong, the matter of the Black Mountain Army has not yet been decided, and your Majesty still needs to make a decision."
After hearing this, Zhong Yao snorted coldly and stopped talking.
Liu Xie said to Yuan Xi: "I heard that the Yuan family and the Black Mountain Army are attacking. Why did this happen?"
Yuan Xi thought that Liu Xie was indeed extraordinary. This sentence brought the problem to the crux.
The key conflict of interest between the Yuan family and the Montenegrin Army lies in the competition for territory, but the direct reason for the hatred between the two sides is the Yecheng Rebellion actively provoked by the Montenegrin Army.
Looking back further, the reason is that when Yuan Shao just entered Jizhou and his foothold was not stable, the Black Mountain Army was instigated by Gongsun Zan at that time and launched a surprise attack on the Yuan family.
Behind this matter, there might be the intention of the Han court. Considering that the person who controlled the Han court at the time was Dong Zhuo of the Liangzhou Army, this matter seemed extremely complicated and confusing.
Yuan Xi didn't believe that Liu Xie didn't know anything about this matter. The other party might know more about the inside story than he did. The other party's purpose was probably to see how he responded.
If Yuan Xi had criticized the Black Mountain Army from Yuan Shao's point of view throughout the article, he would definitely not have achieved the desired effect. Maybe Liu Xie would have strengthened his confidence and helped the Black Mountain Army clear its name.
He thought for a moment and then said: "The Black Mountain Army is the remnant of the Yellow Turbans. Although they surrendered to the Han Dynasty, they did not concentrate on production. They repeatedly plundered and used the name of the imperial court to poison all counties in Hebei. The people were miserable."
"For many times in the past, the court's prestige has been damaged. Keeping the Montenegrin Army is really doing more harm than good."
"The Black Mountain Army also used the Taiping Road to worship Huang Tian and harmed the majesty of the emperor. How can we show any loyalty to the Han Dynasty with such actions?"
"Last year there was a severe famine. The Black Mountain Army plundered Jizhou Youzhou Sili and other places, causing refugees and damaging the reputation of the Han Dynasty. It is best to get rid of them as soon as possible."
At this time, someone snorted, "Is it true that the Black Mountain Army is using the name of Taiping Dao to confuse people's hearts? I heard that Huang Tian's rumors about the general are also widely circulated?"
Yuan Xi heard that the voice was someone he didn't recognize, and thought that this must be Cao Cao's informant, and he knew the internal affairs of Heishan so clearly, so unlike someone who followed Liu Xie around the world, he probably had someone to help him.
Yuan Xi then smiled and said: "This kind of rumor came out of nowhere. Who knows if someone with ulterior motives is setting me up?"
"As for the rumors in the Black Mountain Army, I remember that Cao Shijun's reputation among them is much higher than mine, right?"
"Could it be that Lord Cao is also spreading rumors under the guise of Taiping Dao?"
Yuan Xi's words were extremely sinister, and the man immediately fell silent.
Liu Xie said to Yuan Xi: "According to your wishes, how should we deal with the Black Mountain Army?"
Yuan Xi immediately said: "Let the Black Mountain Army hand over its territory and soldiers, punish the culprits, disperse and integrate the young and strong among them, and protect the emperor."
As soon as these words came out, some of the ministers present were happy, while others were deep in thought. Zhong Yao and a few others immediately wanted to curse, saying that it was under the jurisdiction of the emperor, and 80% of the military power fell back to Lu Bu!
Lu Bu and Cao Cao don't get along at all. If he grows stronger, what will happen to those who support Cao Cao?
Liu Xie added: "I'm afraid the leader of the Montenegrin Army won't hand over his troops easily, right?"
"And why didn't I issue an edict and let him lead troops to defend the capital, instead of using this less direct method?"
Yuan Xi spoke up: "I'll be honest, it's not credible that the Black Mountain Army harbors evil intentions."
"First, the Black Mountain Army colluded with the Southern Xiongnu. If they let go of the Black Mountain Pass, Huaicheng would be in danger."
"Secondly, there is someone behind the Black Mountain Army who is manipulating it. If they have other intentions, they will lose control and repeat the mistakes of the fall of Chang'an."
"The evidence is that his original rebellion in Yecheng was no different from the current rebellion in Huaicheng. It was obviously a long-planned conspiracy to drive the emperor into his car."
"Nonsense!" Zhong Yao was anxious. What Yuan Xi said next is a typical example of the opposite of cause and effect. During the Huaicheng Rebellion, Liu Xie had not yet decided to move to Huaicheng. Where did the theory of the Black Mountain Army plotting against the emperor come from? ?
But the disgusting thing about Yuan Xi's words is that when the Black Mountain Army was in rebellion, Cao Ren and Xia Houyuan led troops to attack Huaicheng. This obviously means that Cao Cao is behind the Black Mountain Army!
Zhong Yao didn't know the inside story of the Huaicheng Rebellion, but as smart as he was, he had long guessed that Cao Cao was behind it. He could guess it, and so could other ministers, let alone those who often communicated with his confidants. Liu Xie.
On the surface, Yuan Xi was talking about the Black Mountain Army, but in fact he was referring to Sang and Huai, saying that Cao Cao had evil intentions and was already powerful. If he controlled the Black Mountain Army again, no one would be able to control him!
Zhong Yao believed that with Liu Xie's intelligence, he would be able to hear the hidden meaning of Yuan Xi's words and become suspicious of Cao Cao!
That's why he was busy jumping out to stop Yuan Xi from continuing to talk. Now that the situation was about to get out of control, he had to muddy the waters immediately so that this meeting could end quickly, and then notify Cao Cao to be prepared to deal with it in court tomorrow!
Yuan Xi smiled slightly, thinking that Zhong Yao seemed to be very optimistic about Cao Cao, but the more anxious Zhong Yao was, the more Liu Xie should understand.
At this time, a strange voice sounded, "Zhong Shilang repeatedly interrupted the emperor's response. Those who didn't know thought that Zhong Shilang was the Third Duke."
These words were pointed at Cao Cao. As a captain, Yuan Shao was not here, who else could he say?
When everyone saw it, it was Dong Cheng who had not spoken for a long time. It seemed that he was attacked and killed by Cao Cao's generals in Anyi City. He was frightened at the time, but now he finally had the courage to destroy Cao Cao.
Moreover, he was rescued by Zhang He who was sent by Lu Bu's troops to Zhang Liao and Yuan Xi. Now he jumped out to help Yuan Xi, which can be regarded as returning the favor.
Zhong Yao's face flushed red and he was speechless for a moment. At this time, Liu Xie opened his mouth and what he said was beyond everyone's expectation.
"I heard that Lu Bu wants to marry his daughter to the general as his concubine?"
Yuan Xi was shocked. It was not surprising that Liu Xie knew about this matter. However, the marriage between the two parties had not yet been finalized. Liu Xie knew about it just because of the rumor. Moreover, he was even willing to understand such things, which shows that it was not based on personal likes and dislikes. , a person who makes decisions easily.
Liu Xie is a person who likes to get to the bottom of things and investigate the causes and consequences!
Yuan Xi answered honestly: "It's just that I had this intention and mentioned it to Marquis Wen. As for Marquis Wen, I haven't received a reply yet."
He couldn't hide what he was thinking, but if Liu Xie thought that he and Lu Bu were joining forces, it would be a bit troublesome.
But that's not the worst. If Liu Xie feels that Lu Bu and Yuan Shao are actually teaming up, that will be a real big trouble.
Because Liu Xie is now much more defensive about Yuan Shao than Cao Cao, Yuan Shao has really done something to establish a new emperor!
Liu Xie fell into silence, and everyone was waiting quietly.
After a while, Liu Xie said: "I remember that the general got married not long ago, and his wife is very famous in Jizhou?"
Yuan Xi wondered why he was involved with Zhen Mi again, and immediately replied: "We have been married for more than half a year, and my wife is indeed very beautiful."
"Oh?" Liu Xie said with a smile: "General, look up. How does she compare to my queen?"
Yuan Xi raised his head in surprise, and then he saw clearly two women kneeling behind Liu Xie, one dressed as a nobleman to serve, and the other dressed as a queen to serve.
The one wearing the Queen's uniform is Queen Fushou. She should be about the same age as Liu Xie, and the two of them have been married not long ago.
She has a beautiful nose, beautiful eyes, picturesque eyebrows, and delicate and slender facial features. She is indeed a rare beauty. It is said that Langya produces beautiful and handsome men, and this is true.
Fu Shou sat behind Liu Xie at the beginning and listened to everyone's answers. She could already vaguely hear the fighting spirit inside, and felt that it was extremely dangerous inside. As she listened, she felt her head swell.
Originally, she was tired from traveling and traveling, so she wanted to have a good rest as soon as she entered the city. Unexpectedly, Liu Xie met the rather mysterious fierce tiger of the Yuan family overnight, and asked Fu Shou and Dong Guiren to follow him.
Fu Shou didn't quite understand, why would a woman be involved in such a thing?
When Yuan Xi came in, Fu Shou secretly spied on him and found that he had a resolute face, a great appearance, and a rare lack of beard. Compared to the previous time when he saw Cao Cao with a big beard, Fu Shou even came up with a very ridiculous idea. , who is the eunuch?
She immediately pushed this rude thought out of her mind. Listening to Liu Xie and Yuan Xi's exchange, Liu Xie became more and more skilled in controlling the scene, and she couldn't help but feel a little happy.
But what surprised her was that, as a minister, the fierce tiger responded calmly to the repeated questioning by the emperor and ministers. Even Zhong Yao was provoked and lost his temper.
She was listening carefully when she realized that the conversation suddenly turned to Mrs. Yuan Xi, and then to herself!
She raised her head in surprise, widened her eyes, and met Yuan Xi's gaze. She felt that there was a murderous look in his eyes, as if he could see through something.
She had never seen anyone other than Liu Xie look at her so unscrupulously and lower his head in a hurry.
Liu Xie seemed unaware of Fu Shou's embarrassment behind him, staring into Yuan Xi's eyes with a calm expression.
Yuan Xi turned his head and thought for a while, then smiled and said, "Based on looks alone, I'm afraid I won't be as good as my wife."
As soon as these words came out, everyone was stunned. One of the monarchs and ministers dared to ask and the other dared to answer. How dare Yuan Xi?
Isn't he afraid of Liu Xie's anger?
(End of chapter)
