Ten days later, all the generals returned. The mission was completed and preparations for moving the capital were completed. Especially after surrendering 30,000 Xiliang troops, Yuan Shao felt confident, so he asked the court ministers to hold a court meeting to discuss important matters.
Now Yuan Shao has more than 100,000 powerful soldiers. He is well-equipped with counselors and good generals. He can be said to be full-fledged.
In addition, he holds the position of Prime Minister of the Three Lords, and his majesty is increasing day by day. Hearing the Prime Minister's call, he didn't dare to disobey. Even Yang Biao, a veteran of the three dynasties, had to give Yuan Shao face, so he had to gather in the main hall and wait for Yuan Shao's arrival to see what important matters were discussed.
After a while, Emperor Xian arrived. After everyone bowed and kowtowed three times, they continued to wait for Yuan Shao and his men.
I don't know how long it took, but Emperor Xian almost fell asleep on the dragon chair while waiting. Yuan Shaocai and his men Wen Wu arrived late.
"The Prime Minister has arrived, and hundreds of officials are waiting to greet him," Yuan Shao's soldiers stationed at the palace shouted when they saw their lord arriving.
When everyone saw Yuan Shao coming, although they were very dissatisfied, they still had to salute and congratulate him and said, "I'll wait to see the Prime Minister."
Yuan Shao, surrounded by Zhao Yun, Ju Shou and others, came to the main hall and was very polite to everyone. I looked around and found that everyone was almost there except us.
Therefore, Yuan Shao showed due courtesy to Emperor Xian, and then politely said to everyone, "I'm sorry, Shao is late, please forgive me."
"I don't dare, Prime Minister, you're too polite. The Prime Minister has many things to do every day, so it's normal for him to come late." Some ministers who wanted to seek refuge with Yuan Shao responded, their voices were very flattering and a little disgusting.
"Hahahahahaha", causing Yuan Shao and his men to laugh proudly.
Taifu Yang Biao couldn't stand it any longer, so he stood up and asked Yuan Shao, "Benchu, it's already late now, and I'm not in good health. If you need something, please tell me quickly, otherwise I won't Wait, I have to go back and take the medicine." After saying that, he coughed a few times symbolically.
Yuan Shao found this excuse when he saw that Yang Biao was speaking a little hastily. I also saw other royalists who were very dissatisfied with their late arrival. Even those who were holding back from venting could hardly bear it anymore.
So, he gave Ju Shou a vague wink and said to Yang Biao, "Haha, don't be anxious, Master. Let my subordinates explain it to you in detail."
Seeing his lord signaling for him to come out and speak, Jushou did his part and stood up and said, "Your Majesty, gentlemen, I have something to say, please listen carefully."
After hearing Jushou's speech, everyone became quiet and focused their eyes on him, waiting for his next words.
Jushou was also unambiguous and continued, "Everyone knows that Chang'an is a barren and desolate land, and it is not suitable to be a capital. The original move of the capital here was only done under Dong Zhuo's coercion. Today, the traitors have surfaced. He should be punished and should move back to the capital to show that the world is stable and the Han Dynasty has returned to its orthodoxy."
What, moving the capital? It turned out that everyone was gathered to discuss the important matter of moving the capital. After hearing what Jushu said, the ministers in the palace were all talking about it.
Some agreed with Jushu's point of view and believed that Chang'an was not suitable to be the capital and it would be better to move it back. Some people think that it is not possible. Not only will moving the capital cost people and money, but it will also easily shake the country's foundation, it is better not to move the capital.
Among them, the one who disagreed the loudest was undoubtedly the cavalry general Dong Cheng, who was also the uncle of the country. Before he finished listening to Jushou's speech, he suddenly stood up and objected.
"No, the royal family has just settled down. How can we move the capital so easily? Besides, Luoyang is now a deserted land. What's the point of moving back? Do you want your majesty to live with us in the wild? This proposal must not be done. Please think twice, your majesty."
"Yes, uncle Guo is right. It is better not to move the capital easily. We do not agree with moving the capital."
Seeing that Dong Cheng came forward, those who did not agree to move the capital gathered together and agreed in unison.
Yuan Shao took a closer look and disagreed that most of them were royalists, including Zhonglang General Huangfu Song, Zhu Jun and other backbones.
As for the leader of the royalist faction, Yang Biao, he never said a word from beginning to end, and did not even raise his head. He only coughed from time to time, as if he was terminally ill.
Seeing that the discussion was very loud, Yuan Shao had no choice but to speak out and stopped by saying, "Haha, gentlemen, please be quiet. It's not too late to start the debate after Jushou finished his suggestions."
After saying that, he stared at everyone with a smile. Everyone was a little frightened by Yuan Shao's gaze. I had to stop talking and wait for Ju to teach.
After the silence calmed down, Jushou continued without being humble or overbearing, "You may have misunderstood me. When I said the capital was moved, I didn't mean it was moved back to the old capital of Luoyang. The old capital had been destroyed by the war and was no longer suitable to be a capital. I was talking about another city. of a place”.
Not in Luoyang, everyone became interested when they heard the words and listened attentively. Yang Biao's eyes also lit up, he raised his head without any trace, glanced at Jushou, and then returned to his original state.
Seeing that everyone was looking forward to it, Jushou continued, "I intend to move the capital to Yecheng in Jizhou. This is where Jizhou's money and food are, and it is also a rare and stable and prosperous place for the Han Dynasty. It is very suitable for making a capital city." After saying this, he retreated. Waiting for everyone's reply.
Yuan Shao then said, "Mr. Jushu's words are very true. I also think Yecheng is a good place. I just don't know what everyone's opinion is. Do you agree or reject?" After speaking, he stared at everyone to see how they stood in line. of.
"No, I object. Jizhou is the place of the Four War, how can it be the capital. Don't forget, the Yellow Turbans started in Jizhou. I absolutely do not agree with this proposal."
Hearing such tough words, everyone looked around and found out that it was Huangfu Song, the general who had quelled the Yellow Turban Rebellion, who stood up to oppose it.
Seeing this, other royalists also stood up in support and said, "General Huangfu, what you said is absolutely true. Jizhou is a place of turmoil and is very close to the Hu people. The capital cannot be moved here."
"Although Jizhou was in turmoil in the past, it is now under the control of the Prime Minister. It can be said that the country is peaceful and the people are safe. Why not? I can see that."
"Yes, the Prime Minister is wise and powerful. I think it is feasible to move the capital."
This is the capitulation faction who wants to take refuge with Yuan Shao and deliberately stands up to flatter him.
Regarding these comments, Yuan Shao just smiled and did not comment. But he asked Yang Biao.
"I wonder what the Master Taifu thinks?"
After hearing the Prime Minister's request, all the ministers' eyes were focused on Yang Biao.
Wait for his answer and see what he says.
Yang Biao is worthy of being an evergreen tree in the imperial court and an old fox. Seeing this, he calmly raised his head and said calmly, "The matter is serious and I have no other ideas. As long as the Holy One and the Prime Minister make the decision, I believe everyone has nothing to say."
Come on, kick the ball to Yuan Shao again, and give Emperor Xian a thumbs up for his stinky foot. Sure enough, no one can be offended by the magic oil.
Seeing this, Yuan Shao made up his mind and symbolically asked the emperor for instructions: "I have made a decision. I wonder what the emperor thinks?"
After Emperor Xian entered the house from Yuan Shao, he remained silent, like a puppet, unable to sit still. Even when they heard about the capital move, they didn’t react. Maybe you are used to it, after all, it is not the first time.
Seeing Yuan Shao's hypocritical request for orders, he laughed a little and said, "The prime minister can just make the decision himself, why bother reporting to me again?"
Seeing that the goal was achieved, the imperial court basically agreed to move the capital. Yuan Shao seemed a little complacent and ordered vigorously.
"In that case, pass on my order. Three days later, the army will break out of camp and set off. All ministers of the imperial court must follow the emperor and move the capital to Yecheng. Anyone who refuses to follow will be killed."
"Yes, I will obey the Prime Minister's order," his subordinates and the capitulators agreed together.
Seeing that nothing happened without him, Emperor Xian went down to a corner to cry. The opposition was naturally very angry and went to court. Although they were angry, they had nothing to do.
After Yuan Shao explained carefully, he went down with his general Wen Chen. I was going to wait three days to move the capital to Yecheng and go home.
