Chapter 0289 The ministers opposed the reward for Gongsun Zan and Liu Biao!!

It’s not just Cao Cao.

Yuan Shao is also selecting elites.

Yuan Shao’s advisers also noticed that something was wrong.

But Yuan Shao kept his mouth shut.

Everyone had a premonition that something big was going to happen, but they didn’t know what it was.

Most of Gu Changan’s Jinyiwei forces went to the outer frontier and the southeast region.

So although he received news that

Cao Cao and Yuan Shao had some unusual movements, he didn’t find out what the specific unusual movements were.

But Gu Changan was skilled and bold.

In his opinion, it was just the dying struggle of Yuan Shao and Cao Cao.

There was nothing worthy of attention.

On the other hand, he now needs more intelligence support to use troops outside the frontier.

And his Jinyiwei is very professional in collecting intelligence.

Far superior to those scouts in the army.

When the memorial from Jingzhou Liu Biao arrived in Chang’an City, even the civil and military officials of the court were not shocked.

Tao Qian made a sensation in the world before, and Gongsun Zan followed closely behind.

As the third person to submit a memorial to the emperor, Liu Biao, the governor of Jingzhou, could no longer cause a sensation across the country.

However, things still had to be done.

Since the memorials from Gongsun Zan and Liu Biao were submitted very close in time,

Gu Chang’an was going to court to discuss the two matters at the same time…

Chongde Hall in Weiyang Palace.

It was magnificent with carved beams and painted rafters, showing the royal style.

However, today, the atmosphere in the hall was solemn, as if even the air had frozen. General Gu Chang’an went to court again.

He was dressed in military uniform and completely ignored the etiquette of the court.

He stood in front of the ministers, his eyes as sharp as torches, staring directly at Emperor Liu Xie who was sitting on the dragon throne.

Liu Xie’s face was pale, his hands tightly grasping the armrests of the dragon throne, a hint of uneasiness flashed in his eyes. He was very frightened in his heart.

He was very afraid that Gu Chang’an would notice the ambush plan.

Fortunately, as soon as Gu Chang’an opened his mouth,

Liu Xie breathed a sigh of relief.

“Your Majesty, recently the Governor of Youzhou, Gongsun Zan, and the Governor of Jingzhou, Liu Biao, have both submitted memorials!”

“Request to be removed from the post of governor to show loyalty to the court!”

“I believe that this move is a blessing for the Han Dynasty and for the people of the world!”

“Your Majesty should give generous rewards to commend their merits and show the emperor’s great grace!”

Gu Chang’an finished speaking.

Liu Xie nodded quickly:”I don’t know how to reward the great event you mentioned. Gongsun Zan, the governor of Youzhou, and Liu Biao, the governor of Jingzhou!”

Gu Chang’an looked at Liu Xie in surprise.

He found that Liu Xie was a little nervous today.

But Gu Chang’an didn’t take it seriously. As

Liu Xie got older, his fear of Gu Chang’an became deeper and deeper.

On the other hand, Gu Chang’an had no respect for Liu Xie.

So it was normal for Liu Xie to have such a reaction.

Gu Chang’an continued:”Gongsun Zan has guarded Youzhou for many years and resisted foreign enemies. His contribution is indispensable!”

“I suggest that Gongsun Zan be appointed as the Grand Marshal, one of the Three Dukes, to honor his achievements!”

“At the same time, he was conferred the title of Marquis of Ji, with a fief of 10,000 households, to show the emperor’s great favor!”

When these words came out, the ministers were in an uproar.

Many people showed shock on their faces, whispering and discussing.

The position of Taiwei is one of the three most honorable officials.

What virtue and ability does Gongsun Zan have to take on such an important task?

Liu Xie also frowned.

He knew that Gu Changan’s move was intended to consolidate his position.

But he didn’t expect that Gongsun Zan would also be rewarded by Gu Changan like Tao Qian.

However, he did not object, but asked

“My dear minister, how should Liu Biao, the governor of Jingzhou, be rewarded?”

Gu Chang’an looked directly at Liu Xie and said,”Liu Biao came to Jingzhou alone, stabilized and pacified Jingzhou, and his contribution to governing the country is indispensable!”

“I suggest that Liu Biao be appointed as the Minister of Rites, one of the Nine Ministers, to honor his achievements!”

“At the same time, he was conferred the title of Marquis of Xiang, with a fief of 5,000 households, to show the emperor’s great grace!”

Gu Chang’an’s voice fell.

The ministers were even more shocked.

Although the position of Taichang is not as prominent as Taiwei, it is also an important position in the court, and it is the head of the Nine Ministers.

What virtue and ability does Liu Biao have to take on such an important task?

Moreover, the Three Dukes and the Nine Ministers are the highest official positions in the court.

Although Gongsun Zan and Liu Biao have made contributions, they are not so rewarded.

What’s more, in this way,

Gu Chang’an’s power will be more stable.

For these ministers, this will undoubtedly reduce their path to promotion.

Situ Zhao Wen felt a deep pressure.

Sikong and Taiwei have been replaced.

Then sooner or later his Situ will also be replaced…

Zhao Wen’s face was full of anger and dissatisfaction.

“General, this is wrong! Although Gongsun Zan and Liu Biao have made contributions, they should not be rewarded so highly!”

“”Besides, the positions of Grand Marshal and Grand Minister of Rites are important to the country, how can they be granted lightly?”

His voice echoed in the hall, resonating with other ministers.

An old minister, Grand Coachman Han Rong, stood up and said in a trembling voice:”General, although Gongsun Zan and Liu Biao are governors of states, they have not made any great achievements in recent years!”

“If we confer the positions of Grand Marshal and Grand Minister of Rites on them, it may be difficult to convince the people!”

Gu Chang’an looked at Zhao Wen and Han Rong coldly, his eyes revealing a hint of disdain.

He swept his gaze over the ministers with an extremely sharp look.

All the ministers were shocked by Gu Chang’an’s eyes.

Some ministers opened their mouths but could not speak.

Gu Chang’an turned to look at Liu Xie.

He looked solemn, and said with a cupped hand:”Your Majesty, Gongsun Zan has made great military achievements and is feared by all!”

“He confronted the northern barbarians with a tough attitude, fought bravely, and dominated the frontier!”

“If Your Majesty could appoint him as Grand Marshal and Marquis of Ji, it would not only demonstrate Your Majesty’s wisdom!”

“It can also inspire soldiers all over the world to serve the country!”

At this point, Gu Changan paused.

“Although Liu Biao did not have great achievements, he did not have any major faults either!”

“He has guarded Jingzhou for many years to ensure the peace of the people!”

“Now he has turned from darkness to light, and has been named Taichang and Xianghou, which is a recognition of his loyalty 0.7 and contribution!”

“As for whether they can convince the people, that depends on the prestige of the court and the wisdom of your majesty!”

Liu Xie looked at Gu Chang’an’s defiant eyes, and a sense of powerlessness rose in his heart.

He knew that Gu Chang’an was now a powerful general.

What he said was more effective than an imperial edict.

Therefore, if Gu Chang’an insisted on his own opinion, he could not change it.

And now is a very critical moment.

There is no need to cause greater disputes.

After this beast dies, there will be time to settle everything.

He took a deep breath, and slowly said:”In this case, let’s do as the general says!” ps: ·Please, it’s on the shelves, please subscribe, flowers, evaluation votes, rewards, and comments!.


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