Han Shizu

Chapter 649
For Wang Yan, moving to stay in Xijing was an unexpected revival of his official career and a new spring.In the political turmoil two years ago, in order to protect himself, he acted too aggressively, which touched the emperor's brow.

In the end, although under Zhao Hui's adjustment, the matter resolved and ended safely, the emperor did not pursue it, and Wang Jingchong also died at the hands of the prison guards.However, for Wang Yan, it was still a huge setback in his military and political career. Jinzhou Jiedu was lost, and his title was also reduced to Marquis Teng. Fertility.

Of course, after two years of reflection, Wang Yan also had a complete aftertaste of how he had violated the taboo in the first place.No matter how rampant Wang Jingchong was, he was an envoy of the Son of Heaven. He dared to mobilize troops to surround the post and monitor the Wude camp, which was a serious crime.Seriously, it is treason.

Originally, Wang Yan thought that this would be the end of his old age, living in Tokyo, mediocre until death.After all, he is 65 years old, he is not young, and he has a criminal record, and the emperor likes to use the prime of life, and now most of the people who occupy the court are "young people" like Fan Zhi, Wei Renpu, and Xue Juzheng.

However, a letter of appointment interrupted his freedom to play with his grandchildren.Before Xi came to Luoyang to take office, the emperor invited Wang Yan into the palace to have a meal together. Judging from Liu Chengyou's tone, he was used for the purpose of soothing people's hearts.

Looking at the Han world today, the vassals and towns have come to an end, the festivals have been cut short, and they have been dismissed by the court one after another to take over power. However, those who retain their positions in the central and local governments are after all a minority.

Fu Yanqing and Zhecong Ruan are incomparable, they are relatives of the emperor, and there are people in the harem.Those in power like Guo Wei, An Shenqi, Wang Jing, and Yao Yuanfu belong to the minority, and most of them are like Wang Yan, who either give them false titles, or directly distribute some money, silk, lusu, and so on.

For this reason, there was a lot of resentment among the Han Dynasty's batch of ministers who dismissed power.Of course, using a Wang Yan is far from dispelling grievances, but just showing an attitude.

Furthermore, the country also needs some senior ministers and senior generals, Liu Chengyou knows this very well.In terms of the appointment of Guo Wei, An Shenqi, Yao Yuanfu, including Shi Hongzhao, veteran ministers, regardless of military or political affairs, the results are very good.

But this time when Wang Yan was considered, it was real. In the past two years, the old ministers and generals of the big man had withered too much.In only seven years of Qianyou, He Fujin and Feng Dao died, and all capable and prestigious generals such as Zhe Congruan, Shi Kuangyi, Zhao Hui, and Liu Ci were ill.

In contrast, Wang Yan's body is very strong, he can eat meat, drink alcohol, ride horses and shoot arrows. In this way, Wang Yan, who has lived in Kaifeng for two years, was used.

Before leaving Beijing, Liu Chengyou gave Wang Yan some advice, emphasizing Luoyang's status and asking him to govern well.There are three main points: to develop agriculture and mulberry, to clarify and strengthen the law, and to restrain the powerful.However, after arriving in Luoyang, I found that the predecessor Jing Fan had done a good job, and there was not much room for him to develop, and Xiao Gui and Cao Sui were not his style.
Wang Yan was not surprised to hear the news that Hou Zhang and Xue Huairang had come to the door. After all, since he arrived in Luo, the threshold of his stay in the residence was almost broken.

After staring at the name post and thinking about it for a while, Wang Yan ordered: "Lead the two of you to the garden hall in the back garden to serve tea!"

"Yes!"

Then he got up, took a deep breath, and moved to the back garden.Xijing Liushou Mansion is not small in scale and has a complete set of institutions, but because of the former Jingfan, it lacks the grandeur of the government.

There is a folklore in Luoyang that King Shi Jing was in office, repairing the city, repairing warehouses, dredging rivers, digging irrigation canals, but he was reluctant to spend some money and food to renovate the government office.

As far as Wang Yan was concerned, looking at those old brick and tile decorations, he was actually somewhat displeased.Although he has no extravagant style, he is also a person with good "face". Today's government office does not reflect the majesty of the government.

In the flower hall, as soon as the three met, they exchanged warm greetings together.Hou Zhang lowered his posture and smiled all over his face: "My lord, I haven't seen you for many years, but you still know me?"

With a laugh, Wang Yan helped Hou Zhang who was present at the ceremony, and said, "Brother Hou is trying to break me! How can we forget the love of robes and the righteousness of raising troops in the past?"

He also had a ceremony with Xue Huairang, and the three sat down.Speaking of which, when Zhao Hui, Wang Yan, and Hou Zhang raised their troops against the Liao Dynasty, Hou Zhang was the boss, but their fortunes were very different.

"I haven't seen you for many years, but brother Hou is getting richer and richer. It's enviable to enjoy wealth and honor!" Looking at Hou Zhang, Wang Yan said.

Hou Zhang smiled so that the fat on his face trembled, and he felt his big belly, saying: "I dare not talk about wealth, but I have a lot of fat on my body!"

"It's still Brother Wang, with the same style!" Hou Zhang said with emotion.

"This time the prince is staying in Xijing, we are all delighted to hear about it, and we are here to congratulate you!" Xue Huairang is not familiar with Wang Yan, so he should be more polite.

Hearing this, Wang Yan sighed and said: "An old man who is over sixty years old should have been raised to die. Fortunately, His Majesty valued him and entrusted him with Luoyang. The heavy responsibility is on his shoulders. It is like a heavy burden. I am afraid that I will fail His Majesty's trust and hurt Luoyang. The people are safe and healthy!"

"Brother Wang is too modest, with your talents, Luoyang is big, but it will be safe and orderly!" Hou Zhang said.

After looking at Hou Zhang's eyes, Wang Yan, who had always been reserved, finally took the initiative to ask: "Brother Hou, how have you been all these years? Judging by your clothes, you can tell that you are rich!"

Hou Zhang waved his hands again and again: "Luoyang is so rich, there are so many! In terms of business transactions, I can't compare with those merchants. Although I have bought some properties, I just talk about supporting my family!"

"Brother Hou's words are too modest!" Wang Yan laughed, and said, calling the two of them to drink tea.

But Hou Zhang said: "The tea is too weak. What can I drink? Can I ask for a glass of wine from the house?"

"Why not!" Wang Yan frowned, waved his hand, and ordered: "Come here, prepare a banquet!"

After waiting for too long, the table was set up, the wine and fermented rice ingredients were put on the table, and a few house prostitutes waited beside them, serving the wine with the barbecue, and the atmosphere became more harmonious.After toasting each other for a few cups, Hou Zhang couldn't help feeling: "At the beginning in Shanzhou, the three of us killed Liao generals, raised the banner of righteousness, and ate wine and meat together. Those days are still vivid in my mind!"

He was probably old and affectionate, and listening to his words, Wang Yan was touched, and with a smile on his face, he took the initiative to toast.

It must be that the atmosphere is almost over, Xue Huairang greeted him, got up and took a beautiful wooden trunk from the servant, and handed it to Wang Yan himself.

Seeing this, Wang Yan frowned suddenly: "What does this mean?"

After drinking some wine, Xue Huairang grinned and said with a smile: "I heard that the prince is old and strong, and he has a new concubine. I haven't had time to congratulate you. This pair of jade ornaments is a congratulatory gift. I hope you can accept it!"

Opening the wooden box, I saw a pair of crystal-clear dragon and phoenix jade pendants, with a few vivid yellow patterns between the carvings, which were obviously top quality.

That's right, even though Wang Yan is almost 65, he still has a gun, a horse, and gallops on the couch.Before he was ordered to come to Luoyang, he married another concubine, who was also a singer from Jiangnan.

However, at this time, hearing Xue Huairang say this, taking this matter as a gift, Wang Yan felt unhappy and felt a little uncomfortable.With a restrained smile, he said lightly: "I appreciate this kindness, but I am new to Luoyang, so I really dare not accept this gift!"

Being rejected by Wang Yan, Xue Huairang was immediately unhappy, the smile on his face hardened, and a flash of anger flashed in his old eyes.He was not a good-tempered person, but now he was holding the gift box and felt even more embarrassed, and had the urge to smash it.

When Hou Zhang saw this, he got up and went forward, comforted Xue Huairang, and said to Wang Yan: "A few days ago, I got a new horse, which is quite strong, and I will accompany you today. Brother Wang, would you be interested in appreciating it?"

Hearing Hou Zhang's words, either to save face, or because he was genuinely interested, Wang Yan followed suit.The three of them got up and went to the government office's stable.

In the winter, guard posts stood beside the racecourse. Hou Zhang and Xue Huairang stood beside them, watching Wang Yan galloping on his horse.

Sure enough, Wang Yan was delighted to see Liexin, and he was a little excited when he saw the BMW horse. He put on the harness, changed into a strong suit, and started running in the field through the wine.

After more than a dozen laps, he got off his horse and landed, the old man still had a look of excitement on his face.Hou Zhang went up to meet him and asked, "How is it?"

"What a horse!" Wang Yan said with emotion, stroking the mane lovingly.

"A BMW is a gift to a hero, and the prince is a hero in the world, why not accept him?" Hou Zhang said.

In fact, Wang Yan understood what Hou Zhang meant by appraising horses. Hearing what he said at this time, looking at this pure-colored snow horse, a little excitement flashed in his eyes.

However, after hesitating, he still sighed: "I dare not be called a hero, and now there is no use for it. Such a good horse can only be effective and show off its demeanor when galloping on the battlefield. It is a pity to stay here with me." Brother Hou, find another hero, and give him a horse as a gift."

(End of this chapter)