Chapter 50 Yuan Huai, He Jin’s little thoughts!
Inside Chongde Hall.

Emperor Liu Hong had a gloomy look in his eyes, and his heart was filled with coldness as he looked at the joint oppression of the civil and military officials in the court.

Especially He Jin.

His original intention of supporting He Jin was to curb the monopoly of power by these aristocratic families in the court, let them fight each other while he could sit on the mountain and watch the fight between tigers.

However, as He Jin sat in the position of general for a long time, the imagined fight between relatives and aristocratic families did not begin.

There is no so-called life-and-death struggle, but rather a mutual integration.

In desperation, Emperor Liu Hong had to employ eunuchs.

But Liu Hong could never have imagined that He Jin, whom he had supported, would not even try to hide his true colors today and would directly become involved with the aristocratic families.

"This matter is of great importance, we will discuss it later!"

"Let me think about it carefully before making a decision."

He Jin stepped forward again and advised: "The situation in Jizhou is dire. If we cannot appoint a governor for Jizhou soon, I am afraid that the people and the army will be unstable."

"Your Majesty, think twice!!"

Yuan Huai also knelt down on the ground at the right time: "In order to restore peace to the people of the world and to bring the traitor to justice as soon as possible, I ask Your Majesty to make a decision as soon as possible."

"Even if Your Majesty has someone else in mind, I will not object."

"As long as it is for this country and for the people, I will not frown even if I die, and I will never complain about my grievances."

The leaders of both the civil and military sides have expressed their opinions. Naturally, other officials are unwilling to lag behind. They swear to persuade Emperor Liu Hong to death, as if they will kneel and die here unless Emperor Liu Hong agrees.

Liu Hong's hands were so tight that veins popped out as he gripped the dragon throne. He tried his best to calm his mind. He wished someone could stand up and share his worries.

Unfortunately.
At this moment of despair, a loud shout resounded throughout the Chongde Hall.

"Are you going to force His Majesty?"

"What a courage!"

"Your Majesty has already said that a decision will be made after consideration. Are you so impatient?"

"Or do you want to steal the day and change the world?"

The voice was not polite at all. Emperor Liu Hong's eyes lit up with joy and he looked at the person who spoke.

But Cai Yong was the only one who stood with his head held high and his chest puffed out, his whole body exuding pride.

At this moment, his eyebrows were raised, his eyes were full of anger, and the words just now obviously came from his mouth.

"What do you mean, Master Cai?"

"We are recommending talents for the country, how can we have any selfish motives?"

"Does your lifesaver have to become the governor of Jizhou in order for you to achieve your wish?"

"Teacher Yuan just declined for such a long time. Even though we all recommended Yuan Benchu, he just hoped that Your Majesty could choose the ruler of Jizhou as soon as possible and quell the chaos as soon as possible. How could he have any selfish motives?"

Scolding words came one after another.

Cai Yong was not surprised. From the moment he entered the court as an official, he understood the emperor's intention and knew that there was a purpose for employing him.

At first, Cai Yong also wanted to serve the country, but unfortunately he thought of Ye Feng's local assertion and the chaotic times as he expected.

At this moment, he just wanted to do his best for his future son-in-law, so naturally he was not afraid of offending anyone.

Therefore, although he was alone and weak, Cai Yong still argued with reason.

Seeing Cai Yong's "debate with officials" without backing down, Emperor Liu Hong, who was sitting on the dragon throne, raised a smile.

It seems that I was right to employ Cai Yong, at least he is more capable than He Jin.

When he said this, his eyes turned towards He Jin with a cold look.

"All right!"

“Stop arguing!!”

As soon as Emperor Liu Hong spoke, the noisy Chongde Hall suddenly fell silent. Liu Hong glanced at the officials present and said, "We will discuss this matter later!"

"I'm a little tired today!"

"Back off!!"

He Jin and Yuan Huai both frowned slightly, obviously dissatisfied with what the emperor said.

But they didn't dare to force Liu Hong into a corner.

After all, if Emperor Liu Hong is really pushed into a corner, he might do something unexpected.

He Jin and Yuan Huai both glanced at Cai Mao at the same time, with something strange in their eyes.

He Jin stopped advising and slowly stood up. As he stood up, he glanced at Yuan Huai.

The officials stood up one after another. Just as Liu Hong was about to leave, he saw Yuan Huai still kneeling on the ground.

Suddenly he was a little displeased: "Master Yuan, why are you still kneeling?"

"Do you still want to die to advise me?"

"What is the surname in this world?"

"Yuan?"

Yuan Huai shook his head repeatedly: "Your Majesty, you have misunderstood me."

"I am not recommending Benchu ​​just now, but for the sake of the Han Dynasty's hundreds of years of foundation."

"If Your Majesty does not agree, I am willing to kneel here forever!!"

Seeing Yuan Huai's serious words, Liu Hong could only stop. His face was gloomy, indicating that his anger had reached its peak. "What do you mean?"

"What does this have to do with the Han Dynasty's hundreds of years of foundation?"

Yuan Huai said: "Your Majesty has been in poor health recently, but the issue of the crown prince is still undecided."

"Your Majesty, please consider the stability of the world and decide on a crown prince as soon as possible."

"I believe that the eldest son should be the heir apparent. Prince Bian is the son of Empress He, so he is the legitimate son and the eldest son, and he deserves it."

The other officials were stunned at first, but then they all agreed: "Taifu, what you said is very good. Establishing a crown prince can bring peace to the world, and it can allow all the soldiers and the people of the world to work together to kill the enemy and put down the civil strife as soon as possible."

He Jin knelt on the ground again: "I second the motion!"

"Your Majesty may be blessed by God, but the Golden Dragon was indeed severely injured by the traitor Zhang Jiao that day. The people of the world are all worried about your Majesty's holy body and the inheritance of the Han Dynasty. If you appoint a crown prince as soon as possible, the world will be stable and the people will be reunited."

"The eldest son is the heir, no matter from which aspect, the prince deserves it!"

It was not until this time that Emperor Liu Hong understood why He Jin and Yuan Huai could pee in the same pot today.

It turned out that the two of them had reached a tacit understanding.

Listening to the advice from below and seeing the civil and military officials in the court ready to die, Liu Hong wanted to kill them all to let these people know that when the emperor is angry, millions of people will die.

It’s a pity that the world is in chaos now, and we have to rely on people like them to suppress the rebellion.

If all these people are killed, who will work for him and who will help him eliminate the rebels?

Besides, Yuan Huai was right. Since the day Zhang Jiao killed the real dragon with his sword, his health had deteriorated a lot.
However, he looked down on his eldest son Liu Bian, thinking that he was timid and not the right candidate for a wise ruler.

But given his current physical condition and the power of the court, even if he is the emperor, it is still difficult to change.

If you insist on your own opinion, the court might be in chaos now.

With a sigh, Emperor Liu Hong slowly nodded: "Yes!!"

He Jin, Yuan Huai raised the corners of his mouth slightly and revealed a smile.

Seeing this smile, Liu Hong was furious: "I have decided that the governor of Jizhou will be Ye Zhang, the governor of Zhongshan, and his son Ye Feng will be the lieutenant to suppress the rebellion."

After saying that, he stood up and walked straight outside, leaving a group of confused ministers behind.

A hint of gloom flashed across Yuan Huai's eyes, and his gaze narrowed slightly. However, He Jin was full of vigor and energy, with a strong smile on his face.
(End of this chapter)