Whether it was because of his status as a general in Liangzhou or his increasingly important political status in Luozhong, Gai Xun came at night in a disguised form, and Gongsun Xun had to see him.

By the way, both parties were from aristocratic families in Bian County. After meeting, they exchanged pleasantries, exchanged a few pleasantries, drank two bowls of warm ginger soup, and talked a few words about the situation in Liangzhou, and they couldn't help but mention the two of them.

Common acquaintances, such as Fu Xie, who died last year, and Huangfu Song, who now lives in Fufeng, have gradually become familiar with each other.

Seeing that the atmosphere was getting better, Gai Xun decided not to cover up anymore. He didn't care that there were still Han Dang, Xi Zhong and two accompanying people in the account, and he didn't care that there were still two Yi Cong guards on duty outside the door. He simply went in alone.

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"General Wei!" Gai Xun pondered for a moment, and then they met each other with their hands clasped. "The world is gradually shaking, and anyone with a heart knows that we must make decisions and do our best to help the country again. And General, you bear the responsibility for Hebei."

Dewang, who has always been known as a tiger minister and a good herdsman, is returning to Sili, which is actually something that people in the world have been waiting for for a long time."

"I dare not claim to be disappointed." Gongsun Xun replied calmly from his seat. "But this trip must be accomplished!"

"In this case, I am confused, and I would like to ask the general to explain." Gai Xun continued to hold his hands in a gesture of courtesy.

"Brother Yuan Gu, you might as well speak frankly." Gongsun Xun said indifferently.

"Then I dare to ask General Wei." Gai Xun's eyes were glaring. "What you did during this trip, was it for the emperor? Or was it for the general?"

As soon as these words came out, Xi Zhong, who had been sitting boredly, was suddenly startled. Even the two Yi Cong who were holding swords in the tent immediately became solemn. On the other hand, Han Dang, who had tempered his temperament for many years, turned a deaf ear like an idiot.

However, at such a sharp question, Gongsun Xun was just stunned for a moment, and then he sneered: "I thought that brother Yuan Gu, a loyal person from Xiliang, must have good words and advice for me, but I didn't expect it to be of this level?"

"Is there anything wrong with what I said?" Gai Xun immediately responded seriously. "The general is just the emperor's uncle, so he was given the right to govern. The chronic diseases of this dynasty are, firstly, the eunuchs, and secondly, they are actually relatives. If..."

"Where does the power of the emperor come from?" Gongsun Xun suddenly interrupted the other party and asked disapprovingly.

"General Wei, what do you mean by this?" Gai Xun was horrified. "The emperor is born to be supreme!"

"Is Guangwu of this dynasty born to be supreme?" Gongsun Xun sneered again. "I dare to ask Brother Yuan Gu, what does it mean to say that if the emperor is reborn, it will be unavailable in the world?"

Gai Xun looked pale and speechless.

Gongsun Xun quoted an allusion in this sentence, which is about when Emperor Guangwu Liu Xiu, the founding emperor of the Later Han Dynasty, was confronting Wang Lang, who ruled Handan in Hebei Province, Wang Lang sent someone there, saying that he was a descendant of Emperor Cheng and should enjoy the world.

Even if he surrendered, he should be a marquis of ten thousand households, and Liu Xiu responded by saying this in public.

The sword and pen are clear and listed in the annals of history.

What Gongsun Xun said at this time was not to compare his ambitions, but to refute Gai Xun's "born supreme" theory very effectively.

You must know that when Emperor Guangwu was born, Emperor Cheng of the former Han Dynasty had just died. At that time, the person who was born supreme was Emperor Cheng's nephew, Emperor Ai of Han. If we really follow the theory of being born supreme, the world should be in the hands of Emperor Cheng's lineage no matter what.

That's right, how did it become Guangwu Zhongxing?

Of course, everyone also knows that Emperor Guangwu, starting from a scholar in Nanyang, worked hard for many years to conquer the world again before he could enjoy the world.

But knowing it, knowing it, back to the present, could Gai Xun hold his nose and refute the basic political program of the two Han Dynasties? He said that Guangwu was a rebellious minister and a traitor, not a member of the Han Dynasty who was destined to continue the Han Dynasty?

In fact, Gai Xun was silent for a long time, and could only reluctantly ask: "Then why do you think Shizu (Guangwu) controls the world?"

"Of course it's because Shizu has meritorious deeds and contributed to the world." Gongsun Xun replied simply. "I read history books and saw Shizu's establishment. Historians said: 'At this age, the number of wild grains is decreasing, and the acres of land are getting wider and wider'... Then

You know, this world should be dominated by the ancestors!"

Gai Xun became increasingly speechless.

"Brother Yuan Gu." When Gongsun Xun said this, he suddenly stood up and said. "You ask me whether I am the emperor or the general? I will answer you now. I, Gongsun Xun, came here not for some private person, but for some private person.

For the sake of the common good of the world! What you say to a great general and an emperor is unworthy, and if you spread it out, you will be laughed at."

Gai Xun was stunned for a long time, but finally had no choice but to stand up and face each other respectfully: "General, I want you to assist the emperor with me for the sake of public service..."

"If you really have a public heart, you should know that the world is not worth Beigong for a long time!" Gongsun Xun sneered. "Our emperor has been in power for twenty years, and step by step he has caused the sea to fall apart, chaos on all sides, banditry, and people's livelihood is in dire straits.

...Furthermore, I neither imitated Wang Fen in his deeds of deeds, nor imitated Han Sui in his rebellious actions. I was just a Fu Xie who listened to others' advice. If a country has the Tao, then become an official, and if the country does not have the Tao, then this is the way.

Sit quietly and wait for the weather. I refused the order before, just because I didn’t want to make money for some personal gain, so why not?!”

Gai Xun paused for a long time and was helpless: "Junhou, the emperor is actually very smart..."

"I know." Gongsun Xun sneered more and more. "That's why he has brought so much trouble to the world!"

Hearing such straightforward slanderous words, Gai Xun couldn't help but let out a long sigh, then avoided the table and sat down and said: "General, you think you are treating me with your words.

I am angry, but I have nothing to say... You must know that the whole territory of Liangzhou was trapped before, so how could I not feel resentful towards the emperor today? But today I have something to say from the bottom of my heart, and I ask for your understanding."

"Please tell me." Gongsun Xun saw that the other party relented and sat down again.

"Today's emperor is no better than the emperor of that day." Gai Xun said seriously. "Since this year, the emperor has actually been more motivated to cheer up. He appoints talents and appoints capable people to eliminate chaos and stabilize the country..."

"This is quite new." The person who made the mocking comment was the opera loyalist who had tried to speak a few times before, but saw Gongsun Xun blocking the accusation. "Except for eunuchs, this is the first time I have heard someone praise him like this in these years.

That emperor in Beigong."

"This is true." Gai Xun explained helplessly. "It's just because there is a delay in the world's affairs reaching people's ears. At the end of last year, after Fu Nanrong died, the emperor was shocked, and then he took action again and again. First, he killed Zhao Zhong

to the position of General of Chariots and Cavalry, and then vigorously promoted Liu Yu, Liu Yan and other important officials of the clan..."

"Not only that, the Liangzhou rebellion was involved in Bingzhou, and the Baibo bandits in the Xihe area of ​​Bingzhou started a rebellion with the Huns. The emperor appointed Ding Yuan as the governor of Bingzhou, and Cui Jun (son of Cui Lie) as the prefect of Xihe. Now Bingzhou

The situation has gradually improved, so it cannot be said that the emperor has improperly employed people, right?"

"Another example is Qingxu Huangjin who occupied Mount Tai and had the intention to invade Xuzhou many times. The emperor appointed Tao Qian as the governor of Xuzhou and used both suppression and appeasement. Now the situation in Xuzhou is also improving. Qingxu Huangjin who occupied Mount Tai can no longer go south. This is also

Something everyone knows.”

"There was also the chaos in southern Jingzhou at the end of last year. The emperor re-appointed Sun Jian, the governor of Changsha, who crossed the border to suppress the bandits. Instead of pursuing the case, the emperor instead granted him the title of Marquis of Wucheng. Isn't this the image of a holy king?"

"Also, Lu Kang, who had been abandoned because of his advice, was also used by the emperor to put down the Lujiang Rebellion. He was also highly praised by the emperor afterwards."

"Also, Yang Gong, who refused to accept bribes from Xuanyu, was also appointed by the emperor as the prefect of Nanyang and later became a public official."

"Even if General Wei is in Youzhou, is he just being protected by the general? Without the emperor's acquiescence, how can General Wei stabilize the northern border without his position?"

"Not to mention, now that the emperor has established the Eighth School Lieutenant of Xiyuan, he often selects talents. In addition, the court is also discussing the state pastoral system to cope with the chaotic situation in the world... Selecting talents and appointing them is no lie!

"

"There is another matter. Regarding my assisting in the military parade in Luozhong, the emperor himself said this morning that he is willing to divide the wealth of the Western Garden among the soldiers in the military parade. Should this also be harshly criticized?"

After some sincere words, Gai Xun sat on the side of the table and clasped his hands to each other: "Please give General Wei a warning. I think the emperor really needs to cheer up and make a difference! If you and I, as well as the Lieutenant of the Central Military Academy Yuan Shao, Taichang Liu

Yu, let's join forces to kill the eunuchs first, then assist the emperor, and at the same time suppress the power of the general. Why worry that the world can't have fewer wild grains and more acres of land? Why does General Wei have to be a general?"

Gongsun Xun waited quietly for the other party to finish his lengthy speech, without any intention of refuting the whole process.

The reason is very simple. First of all, what the other party told is the truth. In terms of these appointments and measures alone, it cannot be said to be a reckless move. It can even be called a selection of talents.

Secondly, there is no need to refute, because Gongsun Xun is very sure in his heart that the emperor is about to die. Whether the extremely selfish single husband was really shaken and repented by Fu Xie's death a year ago, or suddenly became nervous and worked hard... Anyway, he

It's useless to die!

As for whether Gongsun Xun was moved? Of course not.

Just think about it... Liu Hong is the one repairing the holes now, so who was it that poked holes everywhere for personal comfort?

Oh, if I kill you for no reason, then feel guilty, and then dig a hole to bury you, am I not a murderer?

And besides, Gongsun Xun didn't believe in his heart that the emperor had really repented. At most, he realized that his body was dying, and then for the sake of the safety of his heirs, he began to work hard to paper over this thing that Liu Hong had tortured him.

The world is about to fall apart.

That's right, after experiencing so many things back then, Gongsun Xun was prejudiced against the emperor from the bottom of his heart. He felt that he would be a selfish and independent man until his death! However, now that the emperor is facing this situation,

I don’t dare to act rashly anymore!

"General Wei!" After Gai Xun's long speech, he couldn't help but look forward to it. "Please tell me clearly... the emperor has really realized something!"

"Oh!" Gongsun Xun suddenly responded, but he stood up and asked with a smile. "Then I dare to ask Brother Yuan Gu... did the talented people you mentioned pay official fees when they took office?"

There was silence in the tent for a while, but after a while, Xi Zhong couldn't help but laugh out loud. The two Yi Cong holding the sword also looked strange, and even Han Dang, who was becoming more and more stable, actually seemed to laugh a little.

After a long while, the pale-faced Gai Xun managed to get up, but he hesitated to speak... because he just remembered that the reason why Yang Xu in the example he just gave could only be a Jiuqing instead of a Taiwei was because he was originally scheduled to be a Jiuqing.

He was appointed as Taiwei, but he had no money to give to Xiyuan, so he angered the emperor.

So far, the so-called theory of great justice has been destroyed by Guangwu's story, and the theory of appointing talents and talents has also been destroyed by one word. After all, Gai Xun is a shameless person, and he can't argue with the other party, so he has nothing to say.

As a result, the man managed to hold his hand up and walked out in despair.

Without saying a word, Gongsun Xun stood up and escorted him to the camp gate. Seeing him alone under the crescent moon, he looked pitiful, so he couldn't help but remind him:

"Brother Yuan Gu, of all the things you said today, one of them is right, that is, today's people are extremely smart... and you are not the first person I have seen who believes that he will cheer up and is willing to die for him.

…Not to mention the one that is close, there is one that is far away, called Yang Sphere and Yang Fangzheng!”

Gai Xun turned around and said nothing, just shook his head. He didn't know whether he was disappointed that Gongsun Xun used sophistry to refuse to serve his father, or whether he didn't believe that he would be betrayed by the emperor like Yang Qiu!

Watching the other party go away, Xi Zhong shook his head and laughed: "The title of Emperor is so easy to use, even if it has reached such a stage, it can be exchanged for such a loyal person to work for him."

Gongsun Xun smiled but did not answer, but suddenly turned around and looked at an Angzang warrior beside him: "Zitai, what do you think? Can the emperor be protected?"

Tian Chou, who had just been crowned before arriving, held his sword high and shook his head slightly: "As the prince said, I am here for the world, not for myself... With the emperor in court, it is better to wait for the time of day, and then talk about helping the danger and quelling the chaos.

Things."

"That's good!" Gongsun Xun smiled slightly, but turned around and went into the account. "It's cold in winter. Let's prepare more firewood and build a strong stable to block the wind... We have to stay here longer.

It’s time.”

Han Dang, Xi Zhong, Tian Chou, and another Yi Cong on duty, who had followed Gongsun Xun for many years since Yanmen, Zhang Liao's brother Zhang Ze, all expressed their approval.
To be continued...