Chapter 120 Cao Cao: You are a scoundrel, not worthy of being my advisor!!
In the study room of the General’s Mansion.

He Jin also received the emperor's edict and the news that Jian Shuo had summoned all the generals from the eight armies in Xiyuan.

He did not rush into the palace, but instead gathered Yuan Shao, Cao Cao, Chunyu Qiong and others together.

"Everyone, it is already very strange that His Majesty suddenly issued an edict in the middle of the night. And it is even more unsettling that Jian Shuo summoned the eight armies of Xiyuan at this time."

"I have discussed this with my staff, and perhaps your majesty's time has come."

At this point, He Jin paused and said, "You are all the pillars of the Han Dynasty. In this time of national crisis, you must work together to support the country."

"Let me be frank. If anyone has selfish motives at this moment, don't blame me for using any means necessary. To tell you the truth, the 200,000 Xiliang cavalry led by Xiliang Governor Dong Zhuo have already passed Hangu Pass and are only a few days away from Luoyang City."

When these words were spoken, everyone present except Yuan Shao was stunned.

Cao Cao's face changed drastically: "General, foreign troops are not allowed to enter the capital. How can you allow them to enter Luoyang privately?"

"If these 200,000 Xiliang cavalry get out of control, the imperial court will be in danger!"

He Jin smiled faintly: "Meng De, don't make a fuss. Xiliang Governor Dong Zhuo is my confidant who I have cultivated for many years. He will never disobey my orders."

Cao Cao shook his head: "It is easy to invite a god, but difficult to send him away. Who knows Dong Zhuo?"

Before he finished speaking, Yuan Shao on the side snorted coldly: "Don't mess up the morale of our army."

"Your Majesty's life or death is unknown. The palace has the Imperial Guards led by Ye Feng. After more than a month of drastic reforms by Jian Shuo, more than half of the officers and soldiers of the Eight Armies of Xiyuan obey his orders."

"Without external aid, how can we deter these rebellious people?"

When Cao Cao heard Yuan Shao's words, a look of understanding flashed in his eyes. He looked at Yuan Shao in disbelief: "What's your idea?"

Yuan Shao smiled confidently: "So what?"

Cao Cao laughed in anger, pointing at Yuan Shao and saying, "Ye Feng is a pillar of the court, a general that Your Majesty relies on, and he has not made his position clear, so how could he stand against the general?"

"As for Jian Shuo, Zhang Rang and the other ten eunuchs, they are just eunuchs. Without the emperor's favor, anyone can be killed. Why would 200,000 people enter the capital?"

"You bastard, you bastard!!"

"General, you must not listen to Yuan Shao's words. These words will only harm the country."

"It's still not too late to stop Dong Zhuo's army, don't do it."

He Jin frowned and said, "Meng De, there is no need to discuss this matter any further. I asked you to come here today to kill Jian Shuo."

"I have communicated with Benchu. You will obey his orders. After killing Jian Shuo, you will take control of Luoyang."

"I will go to the palace to support the crown prince to ascend the throne."

After hearing this, Cao Cao was shocked again: "Although there is no definite news in the palace, Jian Shuo's reaction has shown that His Majesty may have passed away. Wouldn't it be like a sheep walking into a tiger's mouth if I enter the palace at this moment?"

"If the Ten Attendants are not good for the General, they should be punished..."

He Jin laughed loudly, his face full of confidence: "They only rely on Jian Shuo and Ye Feng."

"Jian Shuo was killed, Ye Feng can't stand alone, and with Dong Zhuo's 200,000 Xiliang troops at his side, how dare he move?"

"I entered the palace only to see if His Majesty had really passed away."

When Cao Cao tried to persuade him again, Yuan Shao sneered, "Meng De, you are becoming more and more timid."

"As long as we control the eight armies of Xiyuan and surround the imperial city, how can the general be in danger?"

"You are wasting time here, but do you have any plans in mind?"

"Could it be that the Ten Eunuchs, for the sake of their ancestors, gave it to you?"

These words were quite hurtful. As soon as they finished speaking, Chunyu Qiong, Bao Hong and others looked at Cao Cao.

Cao Cao's face was full of anger. "Don't talk nonsense. I have no second thoughts about the Han Dynasty or the general. But you actually let the general enter the palace at such a dangerous time. What is your intention?"

Before Yuan Shao could open his mouth to question him, He Jin waved his hand and pulled Cao Cao away: "Meng De, don't misunderstand Benchu." "Grand Tutor Yuan Huai has already entered the palace. If this is really a trap, would Benchu ​​not even let his own uncle go?"

Cao Cao was horrified and looked at Yuan Shao in disbelief: "How could you be so stupid?"

Yuan Shao snorted coldly, ignored Cao Cao, and saluted He Jin with his fists: "General, I will rush to the West Garden immediately and bring Jian Shuo's head to you."

"As for Brother Meng De, I don't believe your intentions."

After saying this, Yuan Shao, Chunyu Qiong, Bao Hong and others left immediately.

Cao Cao wanted to persuade him again, but when he saw the suspicion in He Jin's eyes, he had to grit his teeth and leave.

Watching the generals leave, He Jin was in a good mood. He had already begun to imagine himself being second only to the emperor in the court.

"Come here, prepare the car and enter the palace!"

"No need to rush, we have plenty of time tonight!"

The West Garden, located to the west of the imperial palace, was the garden for the emperor to enjoy.

Since the establishment of the Eighth Army of Xiyuan, the camps have been spread across every corner of Xiyuan. Although they are nominally one army, each has its own territory.

Guan Yu was about to take a break from training one day when suddenly a murderous look flashed through his eyes: "Who are you, you bastard, that dares to attack me?"

"court death?"

He drew the sword from his waist and was ready to take action.

"General Guan, I am here to deliver a message on the orders of my lord."

Guan Yu, who was originally full of murderous intent, immediately retracted his knife, looked at the night guard in black and the familiar waist badge, and joked: "Next time, tell me your name in advance, otherwise don't blame my knife for being too fast if you lose your life."

The captain of the Night Guard smiled bitterly and said, "Yes, yes, yes!"

"Who else but our people would dare to stroke your tiger whiskers so late at night?"

Guan Yu asked, "What are your orders, my lord?"

The captain of the night guard had a serious look on his face and lowered his voice: "There has been a shocking change in the palace, the emperor has passed away, and the lord has ordered you to ensure that Jian Shuo is not killed instantly, so as to prevent chaos in the West Garden."

“The messier, the better.”

Guan Yu's eyes gleamed with a gleam of light: "Finally I don't have to live under this eunuch. These days, I'm really suffocating."

"But what does it mean to ensure that he is not killed instantly?"

The captain of the night guard smiled and said, "This is the first order. After listening to the second order, the general will naturally understand."

"Order the general to recruit the best troops from the eight armies of Xiyuan. The more the better."

Guan Yu thought for a moment and then laughed: "My lord, you will never suffer any loss."

"Repay the lord and never let him down."

"The West Garden will definitely be very lively tonight."

After delivering the order, the captain of the night guard disappeared into the darkness in a flash.

This method of hiding and escaping amazed even Guan Yu.

After a brief moment of amazement, he was thinking of calling his confidant over when he heard hurried footsteps: "General Guan, Commander Jian has issued an order that all officers above the rank of lieutenant general of each army should gather at the upper army camp. Anyone who dares not to go will be punished according to military law."

Guan Yu smiled faintly: "You came so quickly!"

He muttered to himself and shouted to the outside in a serious tone: "Reporting to the commander, Guan Yu will go there immediately."

"Call all the battalion commanders."

(End of this chapter)