Several ministers expressed their attitude first, and then the leading general, Xiaoqi general, Wang Mingshan of Zhongshu Province, Zhuge Dan of Shangshu Province and others successively spoke and tried to persuade Qin Liang. The scene in the hall looked as if Qin Liang was reluctant.
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However, the minister's right servant shot Xia Houxuan and never said a word. Of course, the silence of some people is not necessarily dissatisfaction, but may just not want to get involved, such as Guang Luxun and Zheng Chong.
Qin Liang had been somewhat dissatisfied with Xia Houxuan in the early days. He had jumped back and forth on the edge of danger many times, but not to the point where he had to kill him!
Just like when Li Feng promised to recommend Xia Houxuan as general, Xia Houxuan did not know about it in advance. This time when Wang Ling passed away, Cao Fang also summoned Xia Houxuan. The reason why he tried to dissuade Cao Fang was that he could not succeed, but in the end he did not cause trouble with Cao Fang.
.After all, Xia Houxuan has a great reputation and has many friends. If there is no sufficient reason, killing him will probably have serious side effects.
Qin Liang observed Xia Houxuan and others from the corner of his eye. They just didn't talk much or objected.
"General Qin, don't refuse." At this time, Gao Rou, who was kneeling in front, also turned around and said.
So Qin Liang raised his hands to the superior and said, "I am grateful for your highness, your majesty's trust, and the love of all my colleagues, so I dare not disobey my order anymore."
The voice behind the curtain said: "The last court meeting has concluded. General Qin has accepted the imperial edict and issued it."
The edict written by Zhongshu Sheng was obviously handed in in advance. The visitor from Changqiu ordered Zhang Huan to lead the people and walk to the bottom of the steps with the box in hand. Qin Liang also got up from his position and walked towards the aisle.
The hall immediately fell silent. Under the watchful eyes of everyone, Qin Liang walked cautiously toward the center, taking his time and pace. At this time, he was facing the east, and his eyes felt bright, and he realized that the sun had already risen high.
The lighting in the east hall is very good. There are ten open doors at the main entrance, and the wooden windows on both sides are also very spacious. The hall is bright and clean. The sunlight shines on Qin Liang's cyan official robe, making the blue color more obvious.
Zhang Huan unfolded the silk book and read: "I have ordered Qin Liang to be the general, to supervise the military affairs at home and abroad, and to still record the affairs of the minister. Zhi said, OK."
Qin Liang bent down and took the silk book with both hands. Feeling its delicate touch, Qin Liang felt a mixture of emotions in his heart for a moment!
Perhaps due to the habit of using bamboo slips as the main carrier, many written contents are written relatively concisely. The edict only has two short sentences, and the cloth is also light and fluffy, but Qin Liang understands that this thing proves the state of Wei in this period.
Maximum power!
After all, power has a hot side, but Qin Liang still couldn't hold back his excitement.
For thousands of years, who among the educated and literate people does not know that it is dangerous to be a powerful official? But there are still countless people who have succeeded in succeeding. How many people can resist temptation when they are faced with it! People who are complacent already have a very good character.
. On the contrary, it is normal for people like Cao Shuang to indulge in all kinds of indulgences once they gain power.
Qin Liang took the silk book and bowed to the steps and said: "I have received the imperial edict to express my gratitude. I am determined to do my duty conscientiously. I dare not slack off in the slightest, and I dare not let down the important responsibilities of Your Highness and Your Majesty."
Empress Dowager Guo's voice said: "It's good that the country can only have peace if there are ministers such as Qing and others who can defend the country."
Qin Liang bent down and faced the north and waited for a while, but did not hear the emperor's statement.
If the emperor wanted to give Qin Liang the honor of "like Xiao He's story" at this time, he would definitely accept it immediately. In the ancient authoritative social structure, this kind of thing that increases prestige is useful.
However, Cao Fang didn't seem to want to take the initiative to give him the honor, so there was no need for Qin Liang to force him. After all, it had no specific practical effect, so there was no need to make things too ugly.
Qin Liang paid obeisance to the superior, then turned around to face the buildings, and immediately felt the attention of countless people. Qin Liang looked around, scanning everyone's faces with his sharp eyes, and saw that many people's expressions also slightly changed.
A change!
However, as a powerful official, Qin Liang was indeed a little young; at the end of the first year of Jingchu, he was eighteen years old, but in the spring of the ninth year of Zhengshi, his actual age was only over twenty-six.
After a moment, Qin Liang put away his intimidating gaze and saluted the officials: "I hope that all my colleagues will work with me to assist the court, defend against enemies externally, and cultivate virtue internally, so that the government will be clear and the country will be prosperous and the people will be strong."
The silent atmosphere in the court hall just now gradually calmed down, and all the civil and military officials returned the greeting: "Follow the words of the general!"
Although Qin Liang was relatively well prepared today, the process was also thrilling, but fortunately, it was generally completed smoothly.
The dynasty did not discuss anything else. The Queen Mother Guo and the emperor then accepted the thanks from all the officials and left the table one after another. Qin Liang was surrounded by people from both sides.
He also left the east hall after a while.
... Zongzheng Qin Lang followed the general through the East Palace Gate and out of the Taiji Palace. However, there were many people around Qin Liang today, and Qin Lang had no chance to talk to him too much, so he left the palace and returned to Zongzheng Mansion.
Qin Lang's sister, Princess Jinxiang, sent someone to invite him, so he went to He Mansion again.
Occasionally, Qin Lang would hold a family banquet, and Princess Jinxiang would come to the banquet, but other than that, she rarely went out to visit relatives and friends, and Qin Lang didn't take it seriously.
When Qin Lang arrived, they first greeted each other and exchanged greetings. Princess Jinxiang then asked: "Has Zhongming been appointed as the general?"
The elder brother nodded without hesitation and said: "General, I am in charge of all military affairs at home and abroad."
It was almost noon, and a long time had passed since the court meeting, so Qin Lang seemed to be very calm. But the people from He Mansion had just confirmed the news. Not only did Princess Jinxiang's eyes widen, He Jun and Lu also immediately turned around.
Looking over, there was a surprised expression on his face.
In fact, they shouldn't be surprised. A few days ago, Qin Lang came to send a message and asked Princess Jinxiang about her attitude towards Qin Zhongming becoming a general. He also asked Princess Jinxiang to send people to Yecheng to consult King Pei, King Yan and other clans.
Opinion. So Princess Jinxiang and others had already gotten the news in advance.
However, when they suddenly heard that Qin Zhongming had been appointed as the general, several people were still shocked. He Jun kept shaking his head and said: "Qin Liang is actually the general, I can't believe it!"
When He Jun bullied men and women in Luoyang, it was because Cao Shuang became the general and immediately promoted He Yan. He Jun relied on him and became arrogant. Of course, He Jun knew how powerful the general was.
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Even Lu said softly: "It's really like being in a dream, it's incredible."
He Jun said with a complicated expression: "Qin Zhongming is not afraid of climbing too high and falling to his death!"
Qin Lang frowned and said: "Zhong Ming's contribution is not trivial. Today, all civil and military officials in the dynasty support Zhong Ming as a general. He has also declined, but there are too many people who persuaded him. This matter is convincing, and I am also optimistic about his talent and ability."
Virtue will definitely make the Wei Dynasty look new!"
Princess Jinxiang said: "I met my brother King Pei's people this morning, so I asked my brother to come over." King Pei Cao Bao and Princess Jinxiang are brothers and sisters from the same mother, so they have a closer relationship. Most of the other vassal princes' clans also
I live in Yecheng, but I didn’t reply in time.
"That's it." Qin Lang nodded, and then asked, "What did King Pei say?"
Princess Jinxiang replied with complicated emotions: "King Pei agrees with this matter."
In fact, what's the use of agreeing or disagreeing? However, Qin Zhongming's attitude was quite good, and he asked Qin Lang to ask, as if the clan could still influence the government's decision-making.
She bowed slightly, leaned forward, and said softly: "But King Pei's people said that I was in Luoyang, and they asked me about Qin Zhongming's loyalty?"
Qin Lang immediately asked: "How did my sister answer?"
Princess Jinxiang said calmly: "I say Qin Zhongming is sincere and polite. He is more humble than Cao Zhaobo and not as bloodthirsty as Sima Yi."
Qin Lang glanced at her and immediately nodded: "What my sister said is true."
Princess Jinxiang added: "The people of King Pei also praised Qin Zhongming for defeating the Shu army and regaining Hanzhong..."
When she said this, she suddenly stopped because she realized that there were some things that she couldn't say clearly, even in front of her brother, not to mention that there were He Jun and his wife next to her.
In fact, starting from Emperor Wen of the Wei Dynasty, because Emperor Wen once competed with Chen Wang Cao Zhi for the crown prince (and also for the founding emperor of the Wei Dynasty), he has been on guard against close relatives and began to impose restrictions on the clan. Nowadays, in addition to being able to enjoy fine clothing and food, the clan is almost under surveillance
The state of seclusion.
Therefore, the most important issue for everyone is that those who hold the power of the court should not be bloodthirsty or crazy.
In addition, the Wei people who have received favors from the court will definitely not be too harsh on the Cao family. On the contrary, the Shu Han monarchs and ministers called the Wei emperor a national thief. The Cao family was very hostile to the Shu state. Therefore, Princess Jinxiang just mentioned that King Pei
Attitude towards the Battle of Hanzhong.
As for Qin Zhongming's loyalty to the current emperor, Princess Jinxiang and King Pei certainly knew what was going on. Cao Fang was suspected of plotting against Qin Liang, and the relationship was clear at a glance.
Suddenly He Jun's voice said: "What kind of loyalty does Qin Zhongming talk about? Being polite and courteous is just superficial. He just has a bad background, so he is not as arrogant as Wu'an Hou (Cao Shuang)."
Now Qin Lang is also annoyed! Because Qin Lang and Qin Liang are from the same family, Qin Lang's identity is not based on his biological father, but because his biological mother was brought into the house by Wei Taizu.
A strange blush appeared on Qin Lang's face, and he sneered: "Marquis Wu'an is arrogant and has offended all the clan members!"
Princess Jinxiang was also a little angry and said: "Your uncle is here, don't talk too much, just listen."
Only then did He Jun stop talking angrily.
Mrs. Lu was more sensible. She didn't say much. After hearing what she just said, her eyes just lingered on He Jun and Qin Lang, as if they were comparing something.
Among the whole family, only He Jun was probably the most dissatisfied with Qin Liang.
Even Princess Jinxiang felt that they were all powerful ministers anyway. In contrast, Qin Liang was at least polite and respectful to them. Who would want to be intimidated and bossed around? Unless he did that to her...
…But Princess Jinxiang shouldn’t blame Qin Liang too much. After all, after the consecutive military defeats in Luoyang, she was too panicked and took off her clothes in front of Qin Liang. Later, she was unable to maintain a normal relationship. She herself was also at fault.