Liu Biao's face was a little gloomy, which made Liu Cong who was following him cautiously and no longer as active as before.
Liu Biao glanced at everyone, paused briefly for Liu Qi and said, "You have all heard about what happened last night. Please ask General Wang to elaborate more."
"promise."
Wang Wei turned to everyone and said calmly: "Last night during the birthday banquet of Zhou Mu Da, someone robbed the Xiangyang City Prison. Except for a jailer named Goudan who narrowly escaped, everyone else in the prison was killed. It is estimated that the prison robbery took place to
It ended in a quarter of an hour at most. According to later statistics, Zhang Yue, the son of the Changsha prefect, was kidnapped from prison. A murder occurred in a civilian area last night. An on-site investigation revealed that the prison robbers probably killed the owner of the house as their hiding place.
So. A total of more than 20 officials were assassinated last night. One person, Prince Jin, was spared. The assassins used military crossbows. The inn reported that Zhang Yi was missing. In fact, he had left Xiangyang three days ago."
The calm tone did not waver at all, and each murder case was not private at all in front of this experienced general. But the impact he brought was not weak at all. This was Liu Biao's shock.
The people present may know what happened yesterday, but it is definitely not as clear and thorough as Wang Wei's introduction. Everyone in the hall understands what Liu Biao wants to express, that is, 'Nothing in Xiangyang City can be hidden from me, so be careful.
'.
After glancing at the crowd, Liu Biao was very satisfied with the effect of this shock. He whispered: "The matter has been discussed. Please tell me what you think."
As the first person under Liu Biao, Cai Mao took the lead and said: "This is the first time in Jingxiang in several years that strict investigation and punishment will be carried out. Master Zhou Mu should send someone to Changsha to inquire about Zhang Xian, and if necessary, he should come to Xiangyang for investigation and punishment."
Although Cai Mao said it easily, everyone knows that if Zhang Xian comes to Xiangyang, he will never be able to leave Xiangyang again. And Cai Mao first said that he asked Zhang Xian to come to Xiangyang, not to give up Zhang Xian's help. After all, what kind of situation is necessary?
It's hard to explain clearly. As time goes by, the turmoil about this matter subsides, and everything will be easier to explain. If it's not Zhang Xian, it's very likely that if you just find a scapegoat, you can get away with it. Lift it high, and then put it down gently, but
No one can find an excuse.
Kuai Yue took a step forward and said: "What the military advisor said is reasonable. Now we should find out the cause as soon as possible so that we can respond sooner."
Yi Ji stepped forward and said: "Based on the current situation, all the signs are only for Zhang Xian, the governor of Changsha. Master Zhou Mu can immediately order people to recruit him to come to Xiangyang to explain the reason. If we wait, I am afraid there will be another trouble."
After listening to what the three said, Liu Biao asked: "Do you all think so?"
Several people bowed and answered yes, but Liu Qi stood silent. Liu Biao glanced at Liu Qi strangely and asked, "What do you think of Qi'er?"
Liu Qi stepped forward and said: "Father, if Zhang Xian did this, I'm afraid he has already prepared for rebellion. There is no need to send people to inquire. If Zhang Xian hadn't done it, then the enemy must have a big conspiracy."
There will be a big move later, and it may involve other princes. I think we should first order the Feihu Army to enter the city and mobilize the Jingzhou Army to assemble, just in case, and it will not be too late to send someone to question Zhang Xian."
Liu Qi did not remember Zhang Xian, and the governor of Changsha seemed to be Han Xuan. Since he had speculated that Zhang Xian was rebellious before, he should prepare for the worst, otherwise it would only give Zhang Xian an opportunity to take advantage of him. Even if he did not see Liu Biao gathering
The army may also rebel, so he can eliminate a major enemy and take advantage of the opportunity to gain partial military power.
Although Liu Cong didn't know Liu Qi's plan, his intuition told him that this would be more powerful against Liu Qi. Since Zhang Xian supported him, he naturally disagreed with Liu Biao's use of troops against Zhang Xian and said: "Father, I think what the military advisor said is reasonable. We should investigate thoroughly before taking action."
Decision."
Liu Biao looked down and said nothing. Some things could not be changed even if he did it. He had shocked everyone before and suddenly fell into a fight again. He sighed and looked at Liu Qi. Liu Cong could not decide for a moment how to divide this inheritance.
To whom.
The hall fell into silence for a moment.
Liu Biao looked at Wang Wei and said, "What do you think, General Wang?"
Wang Wei glanced at Liu Qi and said: "The general agrees with what the eldest son said. It is better to prepare in advance just in case. Besides, Zhang Yi secretly sneaked back to Changsha and wanted to come. Prefect Zhang would not be able to escape his involvement. If time goes by, if he colludes with Dong
It will be even more difficult for Wu."
Liu Biao nodded and said: "In that case, as Qi'er said, the Flying Tiger Army will be stationed in Daocheng, and another order will be sent to mobilize 20,000 troops to assemble in Xiangyang. At the same time, we will pay close attention to the situation in Changsha and Jiangdong. At this time, we will leave it to General Wang.
Bar."
"No." Wang Wei bowed and accepted the order.
"That's it for today. This matter will be discussed after further investigation." After speaking, Liu Biao stood up and left.
"Thank you, General." Liu Qi stepped forward to thank him.
"Young Master, you don't have to be polite, I just think about Jingzhou." Wang Wei said and left directly.
Liu Qi didn't take it seriously. This Wang Wei was a loyal man and would never betray him as long as he regained his power. Liu Biao was still here and Liu Qi was just on good terms with him.
"Congratulations, eldest son." Yi Ji had already arrived at Liu Qi's side.
"Oh, why are you so happy?" Liu Qi asked doubtfully.
"Hahaha, since General Wang has publicly agreed with your statement, it means that he does not dislike you and is not far away from accepting you." Yi Ji glanced around and saw that everyone had left and said in a low voice.
Liu Qi thought for a while and nodded. It's not like Wang Wei didn't know about the competition between him and Liu Cong. Since he openly agreed with Liu Qi, no matter what he thought, Liu Cong would count him as Liu Qi's person.
At this moment, Yi Ji patted his head and said, "Oh, I still have guests in my house and I have to go back." After saying that, he left in a hurry.
Liu Qi couldn't help but smile when he saw Yi Ji hurried away. This was the first time he saw Yi Ji so rude, and he didn't know who his guest was.
Just as Liu Qi was preparing to return home, a servant came to report: "Eldest Young Master, please go slowly. Mr. Zhou Mu will leave the Eldest Young Master to eat. Eldest Young Master, please come with me." After saying this, Liu Qi led the way without waiting for his reaction.
When Liu Qi heard that Liu Biao had left him to eat, he felt a little nervous. After all, he had taken over his son's body, so others couldn't tell, but his father might be able to tell.
Taking a deep breath, Liu Qi followed the servants all the way around and finally arrived at the garden. Along the way, the carved beams and painted buildings were very beautiful. Liu Qi couldn't help but sigh at the luxury of this state pastoral mansion.
In the garden, there are rockeries, beautiful rocks, lingering lakes, goldfish swimming in the lake, a few strands of water plants floating, flowers blooming on both sides of the road, flowers in bud, just like a fairyland.
Liu Biao has arrived in Guanyu Pavilion. Two cups of fragrant tea on the table are emitting a hint of mist. The maid next to him is ready to add tea and burn incense at any time.
"Father." Liu Qi bowed and saluted outside the hall.
"Well, Qi'er is here, come in and sit down." Liu Biao put down his tea cup and looked at Liu Qi and said.
"Yes." Liu Qi sat down opposite Liu Biao and looked at the tea on the table with some confusion.
"Let's have some tea first. We, father and son, haven't chatted together for a long time." Liu Biao saw Liu Qi's confusion and said. He seemed to be talking to himself or to Liu Qi.
Liu Qi didn't speak. He didn't know whether he should answer Liu Biao's words, so he simply remained silent.
When Liu Biao saw that Liu Qi was silent, he looked at Liu Qi carefully for a long time before asking, "Your injuries are completely healed."
"Thank you for your concern, father. I'm fine now." Liu Qi replied succinctly.
When Liu Biao saw Liu Qi's anger, he couldn't help laughing and scolding: "I am your father, do I need to thank you so much?"
"That's what father said." Although Liu Qi answered, his tone did not change much. Liu Qi did not believe that he called her here just to greet her. Besides, Liu Biao hated Liu Qi and they had not dined together for a long time.
When Liu Biao saw that Liu Qi was still the same as before, he couldn't help but sigh: "Are you blaming your father for being cold to you these years?"
Liu Qi stood up and bowed down and said, "I don't dare." Although Liu Qi and Liu Biao have no family ties, filial piety is paramount in this era. If Liu Biao scolds him for being unfilial, then he will really have no place in Xiangyang.
"Get up." Liu Biao saw that Liu Qi was like this and stopped pestering him. He continued: "I thought you were a weak person before, but I didn't expect that this illness has made you stronger. This way I don't have to worry about you."
Liu Qi said helplessly: "I have no choice but to do so." He knew that a person's personality could not be changed just by asking for it. His personality was very different from that of 'Liu Qi', but now he just had this excuse to cover it up. As for the long-term future,
, once they get used to it, no one will mention it again.
Liu Biao smiled and said, "Haha, it's really ridiculous that my son, Liu Qi, would be forced into such a situation." Although his face was full of smiles, his eyes were terrifyingly gloomy.
Liu Qi lowered his head and said nothing, but said in his heart: "That was not caused by you. If you had said anything, who would have dared to do this to me." Thinking about it, he had only been awake for a few days, and this matter had never stopped.
When Liu Biao saw that Liu Qi was silent, he knew that he was blaming himself and didn't care. He said to the people next to him: "You guys go down." When he and Liu Qi were the only ones left in the hall, he sighed: "You have to know that in these troubled times,
There are no rules at all, the jungle of the jungle. I can only help you for a while, but I can't help you forever. I originally wanted to leave you aside and find a way out for you after you fade out of the public eye, which can protect you for life. But
I was wrong after all, you are my Liu Biao's son, and you will never fade out of the public eye." After saying this, Liu Biao looked a little decadent.
Liu Qi's body trembled slightly and his eyes were a little sore. He was about to speak, but luckily he held it back in the end. He sighed in his heart: "I didn't expect 'Liu Qi' to have such deep feelings for Liu Biao." He stood up and bowed down and said: "The child is unfilial and makes his father worried." The voice said.
It's no longer as stiff as before.
Seeing the change in Liu Qi's attitude, Liu Qi waved his hands happily and said: "Please get up quickly. Don't kneel down frequently from now on."
The two chatted for a few more words before Liu Biao ordered someone to serve food.