Chapter 112 Zhang Rang’s little plan, Ye Feng was conferred the title of ‘Marquis of Baoguo’?
"Is there someone behind Dong Zhuo?"

"who is it?"

"It can't be."

Zhang Ning showed an incredible expression. Before he finished speaking, Ye Feng nodded slightly: "You are right. The noble family is supporting him from behind. Otherwise, how could He Jin, who is trapped in a desperate situation and bullied by a dog, dare to challenge me, a popular person in front of the emperor?"

Zhang Ning frowned: "No wonder Dong Zhuo suddenly reduced the supply of war horses."

"But if we do nothing, won't that just embolden Dong Zhuo?"

"The Night Guards also learned in Xiliang that all 200,000 Xiliang Iron Cavalry commanders have been won over by Dong Zhuo, and they are in a state of those who obey me will prosper, and those who disobey me will perish."

"If he leads his troops into Beijing, the whole situation will change completely."

"We must give him a head-on blow and make him afraid to the core. This will be more beneficial to us!"

Ye Feng shook his head slowly, holding a beautiful woman in one hand: "Don't you think the world needs more fire?"

"This Mars is Dong Zhuo."

"When the world explodes, that's when we can show our skills."

"If you act rashly and scare Dong Zhuo to death, who will be the one to start the fire?"

Zhang Ning was stunned. After a brief moment of daze, a look of shock flashed in his eyes: "Did you expect such a scene?"

“This is too much”

Before he could finish his words, he felt Ye Feng rushing towards him again. Zhang Ning was startled and shouted, "General, what time is it now? And..."

Ye Feng chuckled: "Why rush? What we have the most now is time."

"Practice the [72 Techniques of the Mysterious Cavern] with me again. Some of your moves are not quite standard."

"The legs should be placed like this, the hands should be like this"

The different kind of moaning sound sounded again, like a symphony, making people's hearts beat faster.

The Imperial Palace, a side room in the Linde Hall.

Liu Hong, who was lying on the bed, was suddenly awakened by a nightmare and spat out a mouthful of blood.

The eunuchs and palace maids around them hurriedly shouted, "Doctor, doctor, come quickly!!"

Not long after, the imperial physician came hurriedly. After a diagnosis, he left with a nervous and dazed look on his face. Everyone's eyes were filled with anxiety and fear.

"How long do I have left?"

Liu Hong spoke weakly after waking up.

Zhang Rang and Jian Shuo on the side looked at each other and said with a wry smile: "Your Majesty is blessed by the real dragon, and you will definitely be able to turn danger into safety."

"These quacks' words are not to be trusted."

"We have sent out orders to the thirteen states to find a miracle doctor to treat your majesty's illness."

"I think there will definitely be a miracle doctor who can help your majesty recover."

Liu Hong would have liked to hear such compliments, but he didn't want to hear them at all in the last few days. Perhaps it was true that 'a man is wiser when he is about to die.'

Liu Hong, who had been incompetent all his life, knew that he didn't have much time left. He waved his hand impatiently: "What did the imperial physician say?"

"How long do I have?"

Zhang Rang hesitated for a moment and said hesitantly, "Less than a month."

"But."

Liu Hong sighed and turned his gaze to Jian Shuo: "Of the Eight Armies of Xiyuan, how many teams can you control?"

"Can you help the emperor ascend the throne?"

Jian Shuo was silent for a moment, then said seriously, "At least half of them are worry-free."

"half?"

Liu Hong's eyes showed a little disappointment, but he didn't scold too much: "Within a month, I need you to train these half of the people into absolute elites."

"I will grant your request. Anyone who dares to stop me will be killed without mercy!"

Jian Shuo nodded: "Don't worry, Your Majesty, I will not let you down."

Liu Hong closed his eyes slightly and was silent for a long time: "What do you think of Ye Feng?" "Is he useful?"

Jian Shuo said: "Since Ye Feng entered the palace, he has lived in seclusion. Apart from training the Imperial Guards, he has been looking for gaps in the defense of the Imperial City. He has not appointed any trusted personnel in the army, and those he punishes are those who prevent him from carrying out his military orders."

"From the current perspective, this kid should be trustworthy."

Liu Hong looked at Zhang Rang.

Zhang Rang hesitated for a moment and said, "Ye Feng's ability is unquestionable. He also has many grievances with the Yuan family and He Jin. He is also worthy of your majesty's trust. However, there is one thing that I feel is a little inappropriate."

"Oh?"

"Which point?"

Liu Hong and Jian Shuo both looked at Zhang Rang.

Zhang Rang said: "His prestige in the army is too high, and he has selected 8,000 elite soldiers from the imperial guards to practice the battle formations he taught us."

"The battle formation method can certainly greatly increase the strength of the Royal Guards, but who does this team serve?"

"I am afraid that the little eagle's wings will become strong and no one will be able to check and control him!"

"After all, he is not as good as General Jian Shuo, who has followed Your Majesty for more than ten years and his loyalty is beyond doubt."

Liu Hong frowned and asked, "How do you think we can balance this?"

Zhang Rang said: "Appoint a deputy commander of the Imperial Guards, one of your Majesty's confidants."

At this point, Jian Shuo finally understood Zhang Rang's thoughts.

What bullshit is doubting Ye Feng's loyalty? It's obvious that he wants to take control of the military power.

He wanted to expose Zhang Rang's intentions.

But thinking of Liu Hong's respect for Ye Feng, he swallowed the words that were about to come out of his mouth.

Zhang Rang happened to see this scene. He was sweating in his heart, but he raised his mouth and said, "General Jian Shuo, what do you think?"

A trace of confusion appeared on Jian Shuo's face. After a moment, he felt Liu Hong's inquiring gaze and nodded subconsciously.

Liu Hong said: "What you said makes sense."

"After all, Ye Feng comes from a noble family. No one can guarantee who he is more loyal to."

"Will Ye Feng feel disgusted if I rashly appoint a deputy general?"

"If we arouse Ye Feng's resistance, it would backfire."

Zhang Rang raised his lips and said, "Your Majesty, I have a good candidate and will definitely not provoke Ye Feng's rebellious psychology."

"Oh?"

"tell me the story."

Zhang Rang said, "The eunuch in yellow, Zhang Feng, has dealt with Ye Feng many times, and the two have a good personal relationship."

"He went to the Imperial Guards, and with His Majesty's order, I don't think General Ye Feng would explode directly."

Liu Hong did not make a rash decision and looked at Jian Shuo again.

Jian Shuo pondered for a while, and after much thought, he decided that in order to restrain Ye Feng, he could only share the power with Zhang Rang, because his current position made it impossible for Liu Hong to hand over the military power to him.

He nodded slowly: "I think it's feasible."

"Checks and balances are the way to survive in the court. Your Majesty is the Son of Heaven and the ruler of the thirteen states. Who dares to disobey your orders?"

A gleam of light shot out from Liu Hong's dim eyes: "Appoint Ye Feng as the Marquis of Protecting the Country, and reward him with a thousand taels of gold and a hundred beauties."

"Promote the yellow-robed eunuch Zhang Feng to the position of deputy commander of the Imperial Guards, and command two battalions, effective immediately."

The smile on Zhang Rang's old face became even more intense: "Your Majesty is wise!!"

The two men bowed towards Liu Hong, and seeing that Liu Hong's face was full of fatigue, they bowed and left.

After leaving Liu Hong's bedroom, Jian Shuo snorted coldly: "You have a good plan!"

"But I tell you, our rights come from whom, if I find out that you betrayed His Majesty..."

"The knife in my hand can be."

Before he finished speaking, Jian Shuo snorted coldly and walked away.
(End of this chapter)