The Yang family of Hongnong?
The Hongnong Yang clan is a prominent Yang family clan with Hongnong Commandery as their ancestral home. Their progenitor was Yang Chang, the prime minister during the reign of Emperor Zhao of Han and the son-in-law of Sima Qian.
Yang Zhen, the great-grandson of Yang Chang, served as Grand Commandant in the Eastern Han Dynasty and was known as the "Confucius of Guanzhong". His son Yang Bing, grandson Yang Ci, and great-grandson Yang Biao all served as Grand Commandant, and the family was known as the "Four Generations of Grand Commandants" and the "Famous Family of the Eastern Capital".
At this time, Yang Biao was serving as an official in the imperial court.
The Yang family member from Hongnong who came to pay his respects must be a highly respected member of the clan.
A refined middle-aged scholar was seen bowing.
"I am here!" Liu Wei stood up and stepped forward. "What do you intend to do?"
"Our Yang family heard that Your Highness was passing by, so we came to see your esteemed face. Now that we have seen you, we are very satisfied," the middle-aged scholar said loudly.
Liu Wei was stunned. This person was interesting; he had blocked the road just to see him.
"Just to see me?"
Liu Wei looked disappointed, but then asked, "What is your name? Does it represent you personally or the Yang clan of Hongnong?"
"What does Yang Biao, who is an official in Luoyang, have to do with you?"
"Yang Biao is from the first branch of the family, and we are from the third branch. As for the relationship, there is definitely one, but if you really look into it, there is no relationship at all!" The middle-aged scholar seemed to be reciting a tongue twister.
Liu Wei understood in an instant.
Yang Biao served as an official in the court, and these officials advocated succession by order of succession, so they naturally recognized Liu Bian as the crown prince.
Now, the Yang family of Hongnong has taken the initiative to meet Liu Wei, clearly wanting to see Liu Wei's face.
Just as ducks are the first to know when the river warms in spring, these aristocratic families, who have stood firm through successive dynasties, naturally have their own way of surviving.
You can't put all your eggs in one basket!
The Zhuge family of Langya in later generations is a clear example; they had members in the three kingdoms of Wei, Shu, and Wu.
Zhuge Liang of Shu Han, Zhuge Jin and Zhuge Ke of Eastern Wu, and Zhuge Dan of Wei, etc.
It seems that the Yang family of Hongnong has already sensed the current situation of the Han Dynasty and is considering whether or not to invest in Liu Wei!
"Hehe, I understand! What is your name, and what are your abilities?"
"My name is Yang Xun!" the middle-aged man said respectfully. "I am skilled in the Five Elements, but my skills are not up to par and are not worthy of being called a master."
"Oh, Mr. Yang, what are your thoughts after reading this queen?"
Yang Xun glanced around, seemingly wanting to say something but then stopping himself.
"Speak frankly, they are all my trusted confidants and close associates," Liu Wei waved his hand.
"In my opinion, Your Highness possesses the qualities of a great emperor!" Yang Xun hesitated for a moment, then said loudly, "Your journey to Luoyang will be earth-shattering and shock the world."
hiss!
Upon hearing this, Liu Wei burst into laughter!
Yao Guangxiao often said this, and he was so tired of hearing it that he was sick of it.
Unexpectedly, people from the prestigious Hongnong Yang clan, located near Luoyang, are making such remarks.
"How do you know?" Liu Wei asked with a half-smile.
"Your Highness, it can only be understood intuitively, not explained in words."
Yang Xun cupped his hands and said, "If Your Highness does not mind, please do me the honor of staying at my Yang Family Manor tonight."
Faced with Yang Xun's enthusiastic invitation, Liu Wei, seeing that it was getting late, could not refuse his kind offer.
"I have a hundred people here!"
"Your Highness is too kind. As for food and lodging, my Yang Family Manor can certainly handle it. If Your Highness has any other requests, then we will consider them accordingly!"
Yang Xun remained neither humble nor arrogant, and his answer was impeccable.
"Haha, Commander Wang, let the brothers rest at Yangjiazhuang tonight!"
Therefore, Liu Wei and his party did not enter Hongnong City, but instead turned into Yangjiazhuang, which is ten miles west of Hongnong City.
One hundred cavalrymen, clad in iron armor and riding spirited horses, were quite imposing.
Upon entering the manor, the entire Yang family lined the street to welcome them, overjoyed.
The governor of Hongnong and his officials had planned to welcome Liu Wei at the city gate.
But after waiting and waiting, Liu Wei and his party did not appear. They hurriedly sent someone to inquire and learned that they had been intercepted by the Yang family of Hongnong.
The prefect and his officials had no choice but to return home.
With members of the Yang family holding official positions in the court, how could they dare to blame or punish them?
......
Yangjiazhuang was bustling with activity.
The Imperial Guard Battalion, the Eighteen Riders of Yanyun, and eight Imperial Guards were treated to a separate banquet.
Liu Wei led Wang Fangyi, Shen Lian, Yan Da, Fu Rou and others into the Yang family compound.
Prominent members of the Yang clan of Hongnong came to pay their respects.
It was an immense honor for a prince to visit their estate.
The entire estate was filled with the aroma of fine wine.
Liu Wei was ushered to the head seat, and the Yang family shouted that the prince had lived for a thousand years.
Since entering Guanzhong, Liu Wei has become adept at handling such social situations.
With just a few words, the Yang family was moved to tears of gratitude.
The banquet was in full swing when Liu Wei suddenly felt the urge to urinate and got up to go to the restroom.
Shen Lian and Wang Fangyi hurriedly got up to protect him, but Liu Wei waved them off and left alone.
It's shameful that someone with martial arts skills needs protection just to go to the toilet.
Guided by the steward of the Yang residence, Liu Wei walked through the corridor from the main hall.
"Your Highness, this is the place!"
The steward respectfully pointed forward.
At the end of the corridor stood an incredibly luxurious outhouse, paved with white jade.
Sandalwood incense burned on the ground, and two maids stood at the door, carrying hot water and silk towels for people to wash their hands after using the toilet.
These wealthy families are indeed very rich; they live extravagantly whenever they can!
Compared to Liu Wei's tent next to Wuliangsuhai Lake, it's nowhere near as good.
"You two, serve the prince properly while he relieves himself!" the steward immediately ordered the two maids.
"yes!"
There were two women at the door, carrying basins. Liu Wei held it in for a long time but only managed to squeeze out a fart, feeling utterly disheartened.
"You two should go to the side!" Liu Wei said, ordering the steward to send the two maids away.
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