Lu Xuan looked at the two people who reported the report and said in a deep voice: "The reasons for the death of Lu Qi and Gu Cang must be made clear. You are responsible for announcing it to the public. In addition, the Lu family and the Gu family must remain stable and cannot be disturbed. Do you have any questions? ?”
"Make sure to complete the mission."
Lu Yuan and Gu Tong spoke together.
Both were excited.
Lu Xuan did not interfere further in the family's affairs, which meant that they were in power.
This is what the two of them want.
Lu Xuan put his hands on the desk and said, "You two are the leaders of the younger generation of your respective families and the future of your respective families. It's just that neither of you has become an official. It's a pity."
Lu Yuan's eyes lit up, a bright fire flashing in his eyes.
He wants to be an official.
He wants to stand out.
He wanted everyone in the Lu family to know that even though he, Lu Yuan, was not from Lu Qi's lineage, and even though he had not received much support since childhood, he could still become a talented person. Deep down in his bones, he wanted to return home in full glory.
Gu Tong was the same. When he heard Lu Xuan's words, his breathing quickened a little.
The two of them sat upright and did not answer the conversation.
Wait for Lu Xuan to continue.
Lu Xuan's attitude was a little casual, and he asked unhurriedly: "The Lu family and the Gu family are both wealthy families in Wu County, and they have great influence. Besides my brother-in-law Gu Yong, who else is an official? Are there any high-ranking officials?" Some people?"
Lu Yuan looked sad and quickly explained: "Reporting to Lord Lu, the Lu family is in Wu County. There are only some members of the side house. They work in the county government of Wu County and the government government. Their positions are very ordinary. They are Liu Cao at most. Assistant."
"The direct lineage of the Lu family despises these positions, and they can only be the people in the side house. As for the direct lineage of the Lu family, none of them are in official positions because they despise the assistant officials and have no other opportunities."
"That's right. Lu Qi is very dissatisfied with the envoy and thinks that you don't help the Lu family. But he doesn't think about it. The Lu family has already received a lot of benefits from the envoy. The Lu family has not made any contribution, but is dragging down the envoy. Qi died undeservedly."
Gu Tong looked in agreement and said, "The situation of the Gu family is the same as that of the Lu family. The Gu family, who have status, look down on the subordinates and have no chance to govern counties elsewhere, so they can only idle around in Wu County."
Lu Xuan nodded and said: "You two are not pampered people, which is good."
Gu Tong said: "Your Majesty, you have given me the reward."
Lu Yuan said: "These are not worth mentioning."
Lu Xuan continued: "Because you have never been pampered, understand the sufferings of the world, understand the hardships of the people, and have the ability to do things. In my opinion, it is more than enough for you two to go to the local area and be a county magistrate. In the future, you will not be able to govern a county. It’s difficult. There is even a chance to become a confidant under my command and be transferred to the center to do things."
call! call!
Lu Yuan and Gu Tong's breathing became more rapid.
Their eyes became brighter and brighter.
However, the two of them had some doubts.
Lu Xuan kept drawing pictures, talking about the situation of the two of them, and drawing a better blueprint for them. However, such words were a bit tantalizing, making the two of them still somewhat unsure of Lu Xuan's thoughts.
Lu Xuan took a sip of tea, cleared his throat, and continued: "As for me, I actually want to support you. In terms of family relationships, one of you is my family and the other is my in-law family. You are the most reliable."
Lu Yuan's desire to become an official took over, and he couldn't help but ask: "Since Lu Shijun intends to support me, why don't you arrange it?"
Gu Tong also looked over.
The expressions of both of them were filled with deep anticipation.
Lu Xuan explained: "The reason is very simple. I support you and let you serve as county magistrates, and then local magistrates. In the future, you will even become my confidants and work in the center."
"As you continue to get promoted, the Lu family and the Gu family will expand, which is even worse."
"The two big families live in Wu County. They occupy countless lands and possess countless resources. They are already powerful in Wu County. Under this premise, if I abandon the official position for personal reasons, it will be difficult to explain and it will be difficult to stop Youyou's mouth. .”
Kuai Liang sat aside and blinked after listening to Lu Xuan's words.
He has already figured out the lord's nature.
When they were in Xiangyang, Jingzhou, they deceived people around. Liu Biao and Cai Mao competed to give Lujiang County benefits.
These two are too young now.
I'm afraid you can't stand the deception. In the face of interests, can you give it up?
Kuai Liang saw that both Lu Yuan and Gu Tong wanted to make a difference. At this time, Lu Xuan threw out the bait. The two of them would definitely make a choice to give up their family's current interests and give themselves the opportunity to become officials.
Lu Yuan's expression also changed slightly.
He got it.
Lu Xuan's plan was very simple, not a conspiracy, but an outright conspiracy.
If you want to be an official, you have to give up your family's interests. If you want a family, don't be an official.
This is either/or.
You can only choose one.
Lu Yuan didn't hesitate at all. He made a decision with a roll of his eyes and said, "Lu Shijun, on behalf of the Lu family, I will donate 10,000 acres of fertile land and 100,000 shi of food to you."
Lu Xuan chuckled and said, "I heard that the Lu family's land in Wu County easily amounts to sixty or seventy thousand acres. If you donate a mere ten thousand acres, if I arrange for you to be an official again, it is tantamount to bribery. It is tantamount to buying an official and selling an official. This Inappropriate."
"The more land you donate, the more I can arrange for the people to be more responsible. This will promote your high moral integrity and the goodness of the Lu family and the Gu family. After the people are grateful, I will arrange your positions and everything will go as planned."
"But the food given is very little, and the land is very little. This is a bribe, and it is absolutely not acceptable."
Lu Yuan's cheeks twitched.
He secretly thought, as expected, a person in power like Lu Xuan was ruthless and even more insidious. After Lu Xuan borrowed a knife to kill someone, he opened his mouth again and wanted to swallow up countless profits.
Lu Yuan said directly: "Mr. Lu, the Lu family has donated 50,000 acres of land and 100,000 shi of food. This is the current limit. No matter how much it is, it will be difficult to handle so many people in the Lu family and cannot be arranged."
Gu Tong said: "Lu Shijun and the Gu family are the same. They donated 50,000 acres of fertile land and 100,000 dan of grain. From my Gu family to everyone else, Lu Shijun is the only one who is following the lead."
Only then did a smile appear on Lu Xuan's face.
One hundred thousand acres of land,
This is not a small amount.
Elderly clan leaders like Lu Qi and Gu Cang would not be able to agree to Lu Xuan's conditions. Because for a big family, land is fundamental and lifeblood. But Lu Yuan and Gu Tong are different.
Lu Yuan and Gu Tong are younger and have more pursuits and ideas.
The two would rather give up their land and change their future.
A smile appeared on Lu Xuan's face and he said, "You donated the land, and I accepted it. In this way, everyone will know that the Lu family and the Gu family are generous and generous, and they care about the people. No one can blame you."
"When will your promise be completed and when will I arrange for you to take office? As for the place where you are going, you will serve as county magistrate in Danyang County. I am willing to give you a chance, but whether you can govern the place and make achievements depends on It depends on your ability and luck."
"I respectfully follow the instructions of Mr. Lu."
Lu Yuan answered quickly.
Going to Danyang County to work, even though you have left Wu County's base camp, you can still gain a foothold as long as you have the ability.
Lu Yuan believed in himself.
The same goes for Gu Tong. He also answered solemnly and seemed very excited.
Lu Xuan achieved his goal, smiled kindly, and said softly: "It's late at night, go back and rest early."
Lu Yuan and Gu Tong bowed and stepped back.
Kuai Liang looked at the two people leaving with a smile on his face and said: "With the help of Lu Yuan and Gu Tong, my lord has solved the crisis of the two major families. Now, the two major families have been weakened even more silently. The weakening is their willing cooperation, which I admire humbly."
Lu Xuan said with a smile: "It's just a small trick, but it's not worth mentioning. Mr. Kuai, Xu Gong was transferred to Yuzhang County as the governor. The vacancy in Wu County is vacant. Who do you think is the most suitable to be the governor of Wu County?"
