In April, the imperial court appointed Han Sui, Ma Teng, and Yang Qiu as Marquises of Guannei for their meritorious service in helping the General-in-Chief quell Dong Zhuo's rebellion.
Han Sui was promoted to Protector-General, Ma Teng to Garrison General, and Yang Qiu to General Who Subdues Bandits.
Although all three held the titles of generals of miscellaneous ranks, Zhao Hao bestowed upon them considerable actual rewards, leading them to believe that it would be better to rebel against this sham court and enthrone Zhao Hao as emperor...
In May, Zhao Hao's four classic novels were officially and fully published.
In an instant, everyone in Bingzhou loved reading. Even those who were illiterate would buy books after listening to storytellers in teahouses, intending to pass them down to their descendants.
Unlike the well-known Four Books, these four books inexplicably include a person named Ying Ziyuan, who seems to have traveled through the river of time, seemingly unknown to the world, yet possessing extraordinary abilities.
Needless to say, these are the personal opinions of four great writers...
After these books came out, Wu Song lived in constant fear.
The identity he was implanted with also happened to be a dwarf brother who sold pancakes.
Fortunately, his older brother didn't have a wife, but from then on, Wu Song developed a strong aversion and dislike for the man surnamed Pan...
Lu Bu and his ilk naturally adored the novel "Romance of the Late Han Dynasty," but when they saw a character with the same name as themselves being hanged at the White Gate Tower, they tore several copies of the book apart with their bare hands.
From then on, Lü Bu treated Song Xian and his companions with contempt. Song Xian and the others dared not bring their wives out to meet Lü Bu...
Only Zhang Ning, holding this copy of "Journey to the West" and the newly published "Journey to the East," fell into endless contemplation...
In June, it was finally time to start discussing how to resolve the long-delayed plea for help from Zhao Hao.
"Your Majesty, Liu Dai, the governor of Yanzhou, has submitted a memorial requesting assistance. The remnants of the Yellow Turban Rebellion are rampant in Yanzhou and Yuzhou, and the government and soldiers are powerless to deal with them. He requests that Duke Qin send troops to help him quell the rebellion."
After Lu Zhi and Huang Wan were sent to the capital region by Zhao Hao, the only old men in Jinyang who could still speak up for them were people like Cai Yong.
Cai Yong was originally in charge of educating Liu Xie, the Prince of Xihe, but Liu Bian had no one else to use, so he had to borrow his younger brother's tutor.
"Well, what are your thoughts on what Cai Zhongcheng said?"
At this moment, Liu Yu felt a push on his back, as if someone wanted him to step forward and stir up trouble.
However, Liu Yu was half a fence-sitter and completely neutral.
If he hadn't known in Youzhou that continuing his secret rivalry with Gongsun Zan would surely lead to his death, and if Gongsun Zan hadn't already pledged allegiance to Zhao Hao, he would have had no choice but to take his officials and personal guards to Jinyang to protect himself.
Now, these people are clearly trying to persuade Zhao Hao to go to Yanzhou, so why would he want to get involved in these matters?
"Ahem, Imperial Uncle, I would like to hear your opinion."
However, Liu Bian will not let you remain silent just because you are unmoved.
Liu Yu had no choice but to speak out explicitly.
"Your Majesty, gentlemen. Now that Duke Qin has just pacified Liangzhou and restored order to the capital region, it is the perfect time for him to recuperate and rebuild his life."
Whether it's Yanzhou or Yuzhou, each has its own assigned prefecture and garrison. The court appoints them to their posts, but if they can't even handle petty bandits, then they should retire and return to their hometowns.
Liu Bian looked as if he had been humiliated. He hadn't expected that his own relatives wouldn't see through his attempt to get rid of Zhao Hao and wouldn't speak up for him.
"Lord Xiangben, you are mistaken!"
At this moment, someone unexpected stepped forward.
"Your Majesty, although I, Huangfu Song, am old, I am willing to lead troops to quell this traitor for the Han Dynasty!"
Zhu Jun's lips twitched. Didn't we agree that we wouldn't get involved in matters of the court? Why are you acting so unpredictably, you old man?
Liu Bian's reaction was almost identical to Zhu Jun's.
It's not like we wanted you, Huangfu Song, to go. Why are you getting involved?
"Haha... I know of the old general's talent. However, the general is getting old and has been too ruthless. There is a precedent of the Yellow Turbans being incorporated by the Duke of Qin. I think that the best course of action is for the Duke of Qin to support the provinces of Yan and Yu."
"Lord Qin, what are your thoughts?"
Zhao Hao smiled slightly and said calmly.
"Does your sister know that you're talking to me like that?"
This statement contained neither a threat nor an offer of bribery.
But they sensed an endless killing intent emanating from Zhao Hao's back.
In an instant, many civil officials fainted on the spot due to the overwhelming killing intent. Although Liu Bian did not directly face this killing intent, he knew what was going on.
"Lord Qin, how about we leave these matters for the family banquet instead of the court?"
"Right now, national affairs are of utmost importance!"
He Ling, a woman who had seen a lot, was quite frightened by Zhao Hao's commotion. But as long as she was on the side of justice, she was fearless.
"Yes, national affairs are of utmost importance..."
Zhao Hao snorted, turned around and glared fiercely at the group of royalists behind him before replying.
"Your Majesty, I am willing to send troops to assist the Governor of Yanzhou in quelling the Yellow Turban Rebellion."
However, I would like to add a few suggestions.
Upon hearing that Zhao Hao was willing, Liu Bian was so happy that he lost control of his facial expression and said with a smile.
"What suggestions does Duke Qin have? Please speak freely!"
"It's not a big deal. This time, when we sent troops to Yanzhou, my unit only led 15,000 men."
However, the calamity in Yanzhou was not caused by the same group of Yellow Turban rebels. While I am campaigning against the Yellow Turbans in Yanzhou, I fear that the rebels in Yuzhou will all come out and cut off our army's supply lines.
Therefore, if our army agrees to provide support, we must launch a two-pronged attack to ensure safety.
Upon hearing this, the officials began to whisper among themselves.
Before long, these people unanimously agreed that Zhao Hao's words were wise and insightful, and that they could ensure the safety of the army.
"In that case, I wonder which generals Duke Qin will send to attack?"
Liu Bian believed that Zhao Hao led one army himself, and then his trusted general Bai Qi led another army.
In that case, Bingzhou will inevitably be vulnerable, giving them an opportunity to exploit the situation.
But Zhao Hao's words greatly disappointed him.
"On the Yuzhou front, I suggest that Lü Bu be appointed as the commander-in-chief, with Ma Teng, Han Sui, and Yang Qiu as his deputies. They should lead 30,000 troops out of Hulao Pass and into Yuzhou to suppress the bandits."
A certain leader personally led 5,000 elite troops, with Zhang Yan's troops as his deputy, and Liu He, the son of the Marquis of Xiangben, led the main force of the Youzhou army, each with 5,000 men, totaling 15,000 men, and set out to attack Yanzhou.
"Gentlemen, what are my plans?"
The officials fell silent. So, Zhao Hao ultimately left Jinyang with only his five thousand men?
So what are they even plotting...?
"The Duke of Qin's arrangement is very appropriate. Marquis Xiangben, I am not knowledgeable about military affairs. I wonder what you think of the Duke of Qin's arrangement?"
Liu Yu was so angry he wanted to kill someone. Why did you have to drag his precious son into this?
Just as he was about to retort, Zhao Hao spoke up.
"As a civil official, Liu Taipu naturally did not understand military affairs."
His son is now a cavalry commandant, and should naturally serve the country. The soldiers from Youzhou have been silent for too long; it's time to show everyone the spirit of the northern men.
Liu Taipu's son once said that he regretted not being able to fight alongside Zhao to kill the traitors for the country. Now that his wish has been fulfilled, Zhao will naturally take good care of him and ensure his safety.
"Master of the Imperial Stud, don't you agree?"
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