Additional update for book friend "Xiao Zhefu".
"I have received the emperor's favor and received my salary. I should be loyal to the officials and His Highness the Crown Prince. I will protect the country and prevent the traitors from succeeding. I would rather die without regrets!" Facing Liu Chengyou's question, Wang Jingchong kowtowed and expressed his loyalty excitedly.
He used too much force and there were blood stains on his forehead. He was very careful. Wang Jingchong himself probably wouldn't believe such high-sounding words, but it was necessary to say it.
As for Liu Chengyou, naturally he would not take it seriously and sit back and watch his performance. Seeing a few words from Wang Jingchong's mouth, Yang Fang was naturally beaten into a rebellious minister who conspired to cause rebellion.
Liu Chengyou didn't answer his words for a moment, thinking to himself. Liu Chengyou didn't say anything, and Wang Jingchong didn't dare to say anything. He just knelt down honestly, feeling uneasy. This time, he had already made a desperate move.
Liu Chengyou knew about Yang Bin's "secret meeting" with Wang Jingchong last night and had already received the news.
However, Liu Chengyou did not believe what Wang Jingchong reported, or he did not believe it completely. After all, Yang Bin was the powerful prime minister of the Han Dynasty. He was the prime minister and minister of the world, and he always had some city. No matter how stupid he is, he would never place such "heartfelt" trust in Wang Jingchong.
But Wang Jingchong dared to have the courage to report in front of him in person. The profound meaning behind it is worth thinking about.
The scrutinizing eyes fell on Wang Jingchong, and he looked very stressed. Liu Chengyou's mind was spinning very quickly, and he was basically certain that most of what Wang Jingchong said was untrue. As for his purpose in doing so...
As his thoughts flashed, Liu Chengyou's eyes became clearer and his expression became more determined.
Without letting Wang Jingchong get up, Liu Chengyou shouted: "Bold Wang Jingchong!"
Without waiting for his response, a series of questions were issued: "You dare to talk nonsense in front of me, slander ministers, falsely accuse the prime minister, and try to sow trouble in order to get lucky. Are you the kind of mediocre person who only listens to others? Do you think? Based on your one-sided words, will Gu become suspicious of Yang Xiang?"
"Believe it or not, I can now falsely accuse the minister and push you out of the palace gate and behead you in public!"
"I don't dare!" Seeing this, Wang Jingchong worshiped again, and his tone was so excited that he choked with tears: "I have absolutely no lies! With His Highness's wisdom and prowess, how dare I conceal anything."
"Everything I said is true. If there is even half a lie, I am willing to die. My death is a small matter, but if His Highness is left unprepared and his treacherous plot succeeds, it will be a big deal!"
"Please give me a clear warning, Your Highness!" Tears filled Wang Jingchong's eyes.
Appreciating this man's performance, Liu Chengyou was silent for a while and suddenly asked: "The Han Dynasty established the country in Bian, and Yang Xiang is considered your benefactor. Why are you so desperate to report?"
Sensing the change in Liu Chengyou's tone, Wang Jingchong immediately said: "Compared with the importance of your kindness and righteousness, how can a small favor be compared to this. In order to be loyal to the official family and His Royal Highness, I am willing to be a villain!"
As if moved by Wang Jingchong's loyalty, Liu Chengyou's expression completely softened: "Get up and speak!"
"Thank you, Your Highness!" There was a hint of joy in his eyes, and Wang Jingchong stood up slowly, hunching his waist.
Liu Chengyou made a cold voice and said slowly: "The accusation you made is of great importance. It is impossible for me to attack the prime minister just based on your words. Even if you get to the official's house, you will escape." You won’t end up losing your head!”
Hearing this, Wang Jingchong bowed very cleverly: "Your Highness, I respectfully ask for your permission."
To be honest, this person really has some ability, courage and insight, which are all excellent.
After pondering for a while, Liu Chengyou whispered: "Didn't you say that Yang Xiang wanted to recommend you as a deputy general to go to Guanzhong? Since you were blocked by Gu, he should have another explanation for you! If Yang Xiang really does something strange, then When you come down here, you will be secluded there, conducting secret investigations and grasping the evidence. Do you understand?"
"I understand!"
"Be careful when you leave!"
"yes!"
After Wang Jingchong left, Liu Chengyou pondered for a while, with an unpredictable expression on his face. Wang Jingchong's sudden report was an unexpected surprise for him.
He summoned Li Chongju and ordered him directly: "Send someone to keep an eye on this Wang Jingchong!"
Wang Jingchong quietly left Liu Chengyou's place, and when he appeared and headed outside the imperial city, he breathed a heavy sigh of relief. The cold sweat on his back made him feel cold, but a smile couldn't help but appear at the corner of his mouth.
His coming to see Liu Chengyou this time was a gamble, a gamble with his life. Fortunately, he was right.
Wang Jingchong had been working hard for the establishment of the Han Dynasty for so long. What he regrets most now is that he chose to go on Yang Bin's boat. At that time, Yang Bin was the prime minister of the country, holding great power, and complementing the king of Wei. No matter how you look at it, he is a big boss worth getting close to.
Who would have thought that in just half a year, the King of Wei would be seriously ill and die, and then the King of Zhou would ascend to the position of crown prince, and he would not get along with Yang Bin and the conflict would be fierce.
Under such circumstances, Wang Jingchong naturally couldn't sit still. Everything he is doing now has only one purpose, to get away from Yang Bin's sinking ship so as not to implicate him in the future.
The emperor fell ill and had been ignoring government affairs for some time. He might die one day. Wang Jingchong has some foresight. It can be seen that once the prince ascends the throne, Yang Bin will definitely not be the prime minister for a long time, and may not even end well. If you continue to hang out with Yang Bin, he will definitely be implicated in the future.
He knew that with the prince's shrewdness, he might not necessarily believe his report, or even see through his purpose. But he was sure that the prince did not get along with Yang Bin, and he definitely wanted to deal with Yang Bin.
It turned out that he was right! It doesn't matter whether the accusation is false or not, as long as the prince believes it. More importantly, he was able to take the opportunity to switch to His Royal Highness the Crown Prince.
As for whether Yang Bin can defeat the prince, judging from Wang Jingchong's choice, we can know what he thinks.
After leaving the palace, Wang Jingchong returned to his mansion. After a little delay, he ordered his family to buy some gifts and headed towards Yang Bin's mansion. The road was steady, with cold eyes flashing from time to time in his eyes. Thinking of Yang Bin's previous contempt for him and how he was driven like a dog, his heart was filled with hatred.
...
In the Long Live Hall, Liu Zhiyuan, who had recovered somewhat, met Fu Yanqing in person.
In the past two days, he had rarely regained some energy. He attached great importance to these festivals in Beijing. People have worked so hard to come here to show their loyalty and sincerity, but we cannot let them not even see the emperor's face. Everyone knew that the emperor was recuperating from illness, but if word spread, he might become the emperor, which would not be a good thing for the stability of the imperial court. This is also the reason why these days, no matter how unwell I am, I still have to take time to meet with one or two courtiers.
He and Fu Yanqing were old acquaintances. Although they did not have a close friendship, as they were both monarchs and ministers, they had a good conversation with each other under the comfort of Liu Zhiyuan's kind words. Talking about the past, talking about the art of war, talking about the power of the country...
Liu Zhiyuan was ill and low on energy. Before the meeting ended, he suddenly asked Fu Yanqing: "Fu Qing, I heard that you brought your daughter to Beijing this time to see her off for her wedding?"
I don't know why Liu Zhiyuan mentioned this matter. Fu Yanqing was a little dazed, but he still explained: "I am here to have an audience with His Majesty, and to attend to my daughter's wedding."
"Last year, when Li Shouzhen, the governor of Hezhong, was still in office in the Tianping Army (Yunzhou), he asked his son Chongxun to marry the eldest daughter of the minister, and the minister agreed. Later, he entered the capital and moved to Hezhong for His Majesty. The story of the marriage Delayed..."
After listening to Fu Yanqing's explanation, the weakness on Liu Zhiyuan's black face suddenly disappeared, and he said to Fu Yanqing: "How can a tiger girl match a dog!"
"What do you mean by your Majesty's words?" Fu Yanqing's heart skipped a beat.
"Fu Qing, don't be nervous!" Liu Zhiyuan showed him a comforting smile: "Li Shouzhen is not a good match. There is still a lack of a main palace in the crown prince's palace. I propose that Fu Qing's daughter be admitted into the palace as the crown princess!"
"This..." Liu Zhiyuan explained his intention, and Fu Yanqing was completely stunned.
Looking at Liu Zhiyuan seriously, seeing that he was not joking, his expression became serious and he thought to himself.
Seeing Fu Yanqing's expression of embarrassment, Liu Zhiyuan waved his hand: "This matter is not urgent. Fu Qing can go back and think about it."
Liu Zhiyuan seemed very tolerant, but he said a little forcefully: "If you are worried about breaking off the engagement, I can issue an edict. He, Li Shouzhen, doesn't dare to compete with me for a wife!"
