In Chang'an, the Han Dynasty, the spring snow melted. After many years, the man named Zhongjun finally took the initiative to ask for help again and accepted the most difficult task.

After years of baptism, he is no longer the high-spirited teenager he was at the beginning. But in everyone's impression, the young man who was willing to tie the dragon was still like a sword, and he had never lost his edge.

Those fierce ambitions may have become a thing of the past. Meritorious deeds and glory are remembered by history. The arrogant feelings of the young man have become more and more stable and mature after all these years of being in power.

The Han Dynasty was founded for a hundred years, especially the rapid development of more than 20 years, to create a prosperous era and a brilliant civilization. In addition to historical opportunities, it is inseparable from the joint efforts of a large number of people with lofty ideals. And the final army is an outstanding representative of this.

This person who has had great ambitions since he was a child, has been conscientious and meticulous since he took charge of the Lieutenant's Mansion of the Great Han Division. He made outstanding contributions to the rule of the Han Dynasty and the stability of the court.

When Yuan Zhao was in Chang'an, he was very relieved about all the matters handed over to the Sili Lieutenant's Mansion. Deep down, even he has great respect for the final army. The character in this person is the example of Chinese style.

Sometimes, the Yuan Church secretly rejoices and has a great sense of accomplishment. I don't feel like I've done anything to the country. Rather, it is because he knows that he has profoundly changed the lives of many people.

Whether it is Sima Xiangru, Dongfang Shuo or Zhongjun, with their own intervention, they can finally display their ambitions in their hearts. To truly create your own life. Instead of dying, or humiliating, forbearing, and comical attachments, or unwillingly spending one's life ......, as in the original historical trajectory.

Yuan Zhao used his greatest ability to build a broad historical stage for many people similar to them. And they have lived up to expectations, and each has its own achievements.

No matter what era, as long as there is a group of such national backbones, then prosperity and prosperity will inevitably be expected. Even if they encounter such and such difficulties or crises, they will definitely do their best to tide over the difficulties with the responsibility of the country.

It is precisely because of such a huge sense of trust that Yuan Zhao can rest assured that he can put down everything, entrust Chang'an and the entire Han Dynasty to them, and then go to the west without having to worry about what is behind him.

And that's exactly what happened. When the country is in crisis, there is no need to worry about finding someone who is up to the task.

The news of the Western continent finally spread. Although the government and the opposition in Chang'an were extremely controlled, they inevitably caused panic.

Although Yuan Zhao might encounter such top-secret information, only the emperor knew about it, and he was afraid of causing turmoil, so he did not mention it to any minister. But just a few other pieces of news are shocking enough.

The invincible and invincible Han cavalry corps was unexpectedly in a difficult situation on the western continent. First the plague and then the siege of the remnants of Persia, which caused huge casualties...... Then, there is the rebellious behavior of King Yan and King Guangling.

This series of events, because the specific details obtained by Chang'an are not clear. So it is not possible to assess how severe the consequences will be. However, behind these confusions, there are still many people of insight who have discovered the unusualness of this.

In particular, the abnormal behavior of King Yan and King Guangling is incomprehensible. When they were in Chang'an, they were well-behaved and never dared to exceed half a point. How dare you blatantly do so now? What's more, with Yuan Zhao here, how did they develop a heart of disobedience? None of this makes sense.

But no one can get answers to these doubts. Countless eyes could only be cast on Weiyang Palace, hoping that His Majesty the Emperor would be able to give a clear explanation.

The emperor did not explain anything, nor did he continue to publish any news about the Western Continent, let alone mention a word about Yuan Zhao.

Even if some ministers went to Shang Shutai and the Imperial Doctor with trepidation, they did not get any more understanding. Shang Shuling Lord Dongfang Shuo and Imperial Historian Sima are similar, and they know as much as they do. The latest military report from the Yumen Pass General's Mansion only said that the King of Yan and the King of Guangling separated the royal city to support their own troops, and confronted each other with the Han army camp, and were in a stalemate situation.

The stakes are high, and no one will remain indifferent. Between the government and the opposition, many kinds of discussions began to emerge. And many voices are not optimistic, which inevitably makes people panic and turmoil.

It was in such an atmosphere that news finally came out in Weiyang Palace. His Majesty the Emperor decided to require all the ministers of the imperial court, the nobles of the clan, the heads of the various ministries, and some princes and kings in Chang'an to attend the grand court meeting tomorrow.

Everyone had a hunch that this special order of His Majesty the Emperor was likely to be considered for a long time. Perhaps, something big is about to happen.

That day, too, was just an ordinary day. When all the people who should come gathered in the Hanyuan Palace, Emperor Liu Ju sat calmly in his seat, he looked at these familiar faces, and tried to calm his mood in order to make his thoughts clearer.

The theme of this meeting was very clear, that is, to discuss matters related to the Western Expedition. Shang Shuling, who presided over the court meeting, officially informed Dongfang Shuo of the several urgent reports he had received in the past few days. Although most people already know about these things through different channels, they still feel secretly frightened when they really hear about it in detail in the court.

Sima Xiangru came with an illness, and his face was a little haggard. Since some time ago, in order to help the Western Expeditionary Army survive the plague, he presided over the preparation and dispatch of various materials, he worked day and night, and finally relapsed from his old illness, and he has been recuperating for a long time. The emperor had already approved him to recuperate in peace, but today he still came. At this time, listening to Dongfang Shuo finish talking about everything, he, like everyone else, had a hunch that the situation might be even more serious than he imagined.

"The news from outside the Yumen Gate, that's all for the time being. Far away, ever-changing, there may be more going on over there, but we don't know...... It's just that, predictably, things are only worse. His Majesty the Emperor and the ministers are invited to make a decision as soon as possible, and perhaps we can avoid falling into a situation out of control. ”

Since the matter involves King Yan and King Guangling, even Dongfang Shuo can't clearly state his tendencies in public. Because, such a matter is so important and widely implicated, His Majesty the Emperor has not yet expressed his position, and as a courtier, he cannot trespass.

There was a temporary silence in the Hanyuan Palace. The ministers who were sitting in the front of the table had different expressions on their faces. Some of these people who have had dealings with those two princes in the past have already weighed it in their hearts, and they don't know if they will be implicated next.

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, human nature. No one wants to cause trouble for no reason. No one wants to leave their fate to the unknown. If you can dissociate yourself from them, no one wants to take the initiative to judge this matter.

"When the Western Expeditionary Army encounters difficulties, it is time to work together to overcome difficulties...... However, for the sake of their own interests, they openly broke with the Western Expeditionary Army at this critical juncture. even did not hesitate to sacrifice the lives of the soldiers to realize their ambitions...... Such behavior is not only sorry for the spirits of the emperor and the ancestors in the sky, but also sorry for the soldiers of the Western Expedition and all the people of the Han Dynasty. When I heard this, I was also a descendant of Emperor Gaozu, and I couldn't help but feel deeply ashamed...... If the crime is punished, the princes do not need to be taboo, but they can speak up in front of the palace to accept good policies. ”

The emperor spoke, and everyone understood in their ears. Although as an emperor, he tried his best to suppress his emotions and avoid gaffes. But the ministers still detected the hidden anger in his words. For Liu Ju, who has always been gentle and elegant, it is the first time in the past few years to express his inner emotions in such a way.

And in the eyes of the ministers, these words can almost be called heart-wrenching. The emperor's intention was already very clear, and he wanted to punish King Yan and King Guangling.

It stands to reason that under such circumstances, the ministers should uphold the emperor's will, speak freely, discuss the sins of the two kings, and quickly formulate punishment measures.

However, there was still silence in the Hanyuan Palace. Everyone knows that once the actions of King Yan and King Guangling are launched, they will never be so easy to stop. Maybe now the Western continent has been killing each other, and the blood is pouring out...... Such a great crime will definitely be killed according to the law!

"Your Majesty, please think again! No matter what you say, King Yan and King Guangling are brothers of the same clan and blood as His Majesty, not to mention that the bloodline left by the first emperor, except for His Majesty, there are only ......two of them. ”

It was an old minister of the clan who spoke, and there was sadness in his voice. The brutal strangulation within the Liu Huang Han family, they have seen too much. The descendants of the royal seedlings, who are not prosperous in the first place, if they continue to cut down, I am afraid that sooner or later they will face the danger of being cut off!

The emperor's face was a little pale. If a person close to him observes carefully, he will find that his fingers are twisted together and there are some abnormal movements. He very much didn't want anyone to use such a thing as a shield at this time. If there was no other resistance, his plan would naturally fall into place. But if these factors are mixed in, he will have to show courage and make a final fight for his choice.

Liu Ju has never been a rational person, and his special growth experience makes the only thing he values most in his heart is family affection and affection...... In front of these things, the weight of the country is as light as a feather.

"According to the laws of the Han Dynasty, the prince is guilty of the same crime as the people. Moreover, their actions have become tantamount to rebellion...... I don't dare to tolerate it because of personal feelings! ”

"The law is the law, and the favor is the favor! Your Majesty, don't forget that when Emperor Wen of Han treated the King of Huainan and caused his tragic death, there was a lot of criticism from later generations...... Will Your Majesty follow suit? ”

Several old ministers of the clan stood up together, their words became sharp, and their attitudes were very stubborn.