Chapter 163 Opportunity
Does Emperor Qianyuan dare to ignore him? Can he ignore him?
More importantly, how many people will support Lu Chenyang's letter?
Even if many people do not support the Second Prince openly, it does not mean that they do not support him in their hearts.
The Second Prince was a legitimate heir, and as the eldest son, he should be the Crown Prince. Furthermore, he possessed both military and literary skills, exceptional abilities, and, most importantly, a kind and benevolent disposition. He was, by all accounts, the perfect heir.
If we don’t support a person whose character, ability and status are impeccable, who else should we support?
Lu Chenyang said, "If you want me to be the knife in his hand, then you can exchange me for the position of crown prince."
Yan Xing looked at his calm face, and he often felt dazed. The young man in front of him still had a gentle and clear youthful feeling, but he was someone who could influence the situation.
With such an indifferent and casual tone, he decided the future successor of this country.
The reason why he was so nonchalant was that this matter was a piece of cake for him now.
All he needs to do is write a memorial.
The second prince and his father had been planning for the position of crown prince for more than 20 years. He risked his life in the Yan family and carefully guarded the military power of the Yan family army for so many years but failed to achieve it. The man in front of him achieved it in just a few years.
He had a secret sense of pride in his heart.
He didn't know why he had this feeling, but as a witness and bystander of Lu Chenyang's journey, he felt proud.
Yan Xing couldn't help but whisper, "Do you trust the Second Prince so much? If he's not as you think he is, aren't you afraid of supporting the wrong person?"
Lu Chenyang still looked at him with such a calm gaze, and his black eyes seemed to have a faint smile.
Lu Chenyang said calmly: "He's just a prince."
His tone was cold, and he made no effort to hide his indifference.
Yan Xing was speechless.
For Lu Chenyang, he can support the second prince. It doesn’t matter if he is not worthy of the position. Since he can support the second prince, he can also remove him.
Lu Chenyang looked at Yan Xing with a calm gaze, but this was wrong.
They are friends, they have been through thick and thin together and have even backed each other up. They shouldn't be so calm.
This is because interests are involved, and they also have the most addictive rights in the world.
Because of these things, their relationship is not so pure.
There is more than just Lu Chenyang and Yan Xing between them.
Yan Xing looked back at him gently and smiled: "If you withdraw, he won't be able to vent his anger on me. I'm not like him."
Lu Chenyang was obviously stunned for a moment. He didn't expect Yan Xing to say that.
Yan Xing was clearly expressing his position; the relationship between them had nothing to do with the Second Prince.
No matter how many interests are involved, they can be simply Lu Chenyang and Yan Xing.
Yan Xing's eyes were gentle, but his expression was firm: "Lu Chenyang, you must remember that you can trust me at any time. No matter when."
He emphasized it again, his eyes more serious than ever.
Lu Xueyin felt her heart tremble slightly. In this game of impersonation, she had experienced a lot and met many people. Yan Xing was definitely the most special one among them.
She would always feel the surprises he prepared for her every New Year's Eve, and she would also remember his serious look at this moment, telling her that she could trust him.
She suddenly felt a little guilty because she had never told him who she was.
The person he entrusted was Lu Chenyang.
Yan Xing was a little puzzled, not understanding why his mood was so low. He had already made his attitude so clear, so why was he not moved at all?
Is it because he is not working hard enough?
Yan Xing thought it over and decided to stay tonight and have a candlelight chat with Lu Chenyang in order to express his sincerity.
Lu Chenyang: “???”
Lu Chenyang, who was always calm and composed, was shocked: "What did you say?"
Yan Xing calmly repeated, "It's getting late. I won't leave today. Since we've enjoyed talking so much, Chen Yang, why don't you stay with me and chat by candlelight until we sleep together? It would be a great pleasure."
Lu Chenyang felt like he was struck by lightning. His homosexuality was fake, but he felt that Yan Xing's homosexuality was real.
Lu Chenyang covered his chest with his hands and looked at him warily: "What do you want to do?"
Yan Xing rolled his eyes at him unhappily. "What are you thinking? I treat you as a brother. And isn't this just to prove the rumors that you're gay? I think I can sacrifice myself."
He nodded heavily at the end of his words, as if he had sacrificed himself for him.
Lu Chenyang: “…”
Lu Chenyang was full of resistance, but Yan Xing looked like a rogue.
Yan Xing was still puzzled. "Why is Chen Yang so resistant? You and I are both men, and we're close, so why not? You lived with others when you were studying, didn't you?" After a moment's thought, he lowered his gaze, looking hurt. "Or maybe Chen Yang feels we're not close enough, and you... you don't trust me?"
The general, who was full of vigor and vitality, now looked sad and lost, like a wounded big dog, which made people feel distressed when they saw him.
And what he said made sense. If Lu Chenyang refused, it would seem like he was not that close to him, which would be too hurtful.
At this moment, Lu Chenyang thought of Yan Xing's kindness in the past, how he fought for him and managed the army for him. He had single-handedly brought up the Lu Family Army, but he had never had any selfish motives, and he had never privatized the army. He had always instilled in his soldiers the idea of loyalty to Lu Chenyang.
He is so selfless and does so much for others, how can he let him be sad and disappointed?
There's nothing wrong with two men sleeping together.
Lu Chenyang felt bitter in his heart, and said with a stiff upper lip: "Of course not, Cheng Xiao and I are like brothers..."
Yan Xing immediately said, "I knew that Chen Yang treats me like a brother. I'll have someone prepare some wine and food, and we can eat and chat until we're drunk."
Lu Chenyang: "...I won't go home until I'm drunk."
Yan Xing nodded in satisfaction, turned around and told people to prepare wine and food.
Lu Chenyang almost jumped up. He had to find Zhao Xi. He didn't know if it was too late to drug Yan Xing and make him unconscious.
Lu Chenyang encouraged himself, what's the big deal, didn't we sleep together outdoors at night before? What's the big deal about Yan Xing?
Lu Chenyang tried to comfort himself, thinking that since he now had such great power, what was there to be afraid of? Lu Chenyang's eyes were firm, his expression was serious, his hands were clenched into fists, he sat upright, and looked righteous.
No matter what you think in your heart, your body is very honest.
Yan Xing, on the other hand, didn't think much of it. After all, they were two grown men, and he also felt that Lu Chenyang couldn't be a homosexual. They were on good terms, and sleeping together after chatting late at night wasn't a big deal. Who would have thought of anything ambiguous?
Yan Xing looked relaxed and even went to get the wine and food himself.
"You've already taken Ningzhou and Quzhou, but you lack a reputation." Yan Xing said, "Why don't we ask the emperor for a title together this time? You're so popular now, the emperor should agree."
This was a serious matter, and Lu Chenyang nodded: "And the people around him, Ji Ping's contribution this time is not small, we must ask for credit for him."
Yan Xing said, "They're not in a hurry. They'll wait for you later... mainly because of you. Do you want to return to Beijing?"
Lu Chenyang frowned, he understood what Yan Xing meant.
The governor is an official sent to a remote place, one for each state. It is impossible for Lu Chenyang to hold both posts, and it doesn't make sense. Besides, he doesn't have enough energy.
But for an official sent out to a foreign post, the position of governor of a state had already expired, and he could no longer be promoted. So Yan Xing asked him if he wanted to return to the capital.
Only by returning to the capital could his official position be promoted. With his current strength, he was undoubtedly qualified to be a minister.
Shangshuling is already the top official, even if Lu Chenyang is too young and his qualifications are not enough. He has been in the official career for less than six years, and he is going to become Shangshuling, second only to the emperor?
But in the face of all strength, no qualifications or age mattered. Lu Chenyang now commanded a large number of troops, enjoyed a great reputation, and was the most popular among the people.
This is unique not only in Man Dagan, but also in the entire history.
Lord Lu is so outstanding.
To put it bluntly, even if Emperor Qianyuan didn't confer the title on him, Lu Chenyang would have directly rebelled. Not to mention the position of Shangshu Ling, even the throne might have been his.
If Emperor Qianyuan had been more sensible, he would have handed over a Shangshu Ling, and everyone could live in peace. This is the right way.
But there is a problem. Lu Chenyang cannot stay outside and has to return to the capital.
Return to the capital, return to the center of the political whirlpool, at the feet of the emperor.
This was something Lu Chenyang didn't want. If he returned to Beijing, most of his energy would be spent battling the emperor and various factions. But what Lu Chenyang wanted was to change the living environment of the people.
Now that wars are going on everywhere, Lu Chenyang doesn't want to focus his energy on the struggle for political power.
Yan Xing asked this because he understood Lu Chenyang's character and ambitions.
If Lu Chenyang is unwilling to return to Beijing, then Lu Chenyang’s official position will be in an awkward position.
It is not possible for him to be appointed as a governor, as it is not worthy of his current power.
But Lu Chenyang couldn't just let himself go like that. His current position was the Governor of Lingnan. So what about Quzhou and Ningzhou? These were territories Lu Chenyang had fought so hard to conquer. Was he going to give them up to someone else? Lu Chenyang wasn't that magnanimous.
Yan Xing said: "How to distribute the power in your hands now is your biggest problem."
Lu Chenyang frowned and nodded.
He sighed deeply. The fact that his territory was too big was actually a problem.
Lu Chenyang pulled the person in his hand and frowned.
Let his people go to Quzhou and Ningzhou to serve as governors, let them govern the local areas according to his own wishes, and let the people live a stable life.
But would Emperor Qianyuan agree? He couldn't lose control of the states.
Lu Chenyang thought for a long time, then shook his head and said, "It's not the right time yet. I can't go back to Beijing."
Yan Xing nodded without surprise: "Indeed, with your talent, it would be a shame to return to the capital."
Many people may think that because he sits in a higher position, the orders he issues have a greater impact and can be better for the people, but this is not actually the case.
Lu Chenyang had only been in the officialdom for five years, and his foundation was still not stable enough. His confidence came from the people and the Lu family army.
Because Lingnan was where Lu Chenyang had the final say, he would send troops to Shu if he said so.
After he left Yanquan County, he chose his successor, so Yanquan County could continue to develop according to his policies.
Also because he had a high reputation among the people and the people all believed in him, even though the King of Nanyang had been operating in Shu for many years, they were never defeated by him in the end.
When Lu Chenyang was fighting against King Nanyang, the means of shaking the morale of the army were all done by the refugees from Shu. They were willing to persuade their former relatives and friends on Lu Chenyang's behalf.
Because of this, even though Lu Chenyang was outnumbered, the Lu family army still won.
But returning to the capital was a different story. Could his decrees be effectively implemented? How could Emperor Qianyuan let him go? His energy would be wasted in fighting.
Therefore, Lu Chenyang cannot return to Beijing now. He has to continue staying in the local area, winning over the people of Ningzhou and Quzhou, and recruiting more talents.
He wanted to gradually strengthen himself, not only the army, but also his own civil service group, so that even after he left, there would be people who could continue to stay and improve his policies.
He will slowly lay out a big chess game, and those officials will become his chess pieces. When he returns to the capital in the future, his network of contacts will spread throughout Dagan, so that he can better implement his policies.
By that time, he could return to Beijing with peace of mind.
And now is not the time.
Yan Xing asked, "Then what are you going to do?"
Lu Chenyang thought for a moment and said, "There are no major problems in Lingnan right now, and it can operate normally."
Lu Chenyang continued, "Mr. Gao and Mr. Chen should also select two successors, and let them continue to manage it." After a pause, he said, "As for Shu, I want to hand Shu over to Zhang Qian."
Yan Xing was slightly surprised: "Zhang Qian? Back in the hands of the Zhang family again?"
Lu Chenyang said, "Zhang Qian is very smart. The Youwuyuan she manages has never had any problems. This girl is bold and careful, even better than Zhang Chi."
Yan Xing said, "But she's a woman." After thinking for a moment, he said, "I'm not discriminating against women, but if you want to use her, you'll face a lot of criticism. Can she bear it?"
Yanxing now has no gender restrictions. This is because Lu Chenyang has always expressed this point of view: ability is not divided by gender. In addition, Shen Yihuan and Zhao Xi are both very capable and outstanding women. In comparison, some men are indeed useless.
But just because Yan Xing can accept it doesn’t mean others can accept it as well. Not everyone can break the worldly prejudice.
Lu Chenyang said, "That's her business. I gave her this opportunity. Whether she can convince the public is up to her. I only let her take charge of government affairs, but not military power. There's no need to worry about her having any improper thoughts."
Whether Zhang Qian can withstand the pressure from the outside world and whether she can completely control Shu is her business. He gave her this opportunity.
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