Three Kingdoms: The eldest son of the Yuan family, he grabs Zhen Ji at the beginning and becomes ind

On this night, Yuan Tan and Zhong Mei talked about life and fought for their lives.

An important figure within the Xiliang Army arrived at the iron smelting plant a hundred miles north of Chang'an.

This man's name was Jia Xu, and he was one of the top counselors in the entire Three Kingdoms era. He was known as a conspirator and never used any fair and aboveboard strategies.

Jia Xu, who only had conspiracies in his life, was extremely contradictory and very good at dealing with people. He never participated in any power struggles. He was one of the very few top strategists in history who met a happy death.

Jia Xu led people to the Chang'an Wai Iron Ore Smelting Plant. This is an important place that provides strategic iron resources for the entire Xiliang Army. It is so heavily guarded that not even a mosquito can fly in.

"Mr. Wenhe, long time no see. How are you?"

In the light of the torch, Niu Fu, the Xiliang general who controls this place, was waiting at the gate in advance.

Niu Fu was not outstanding in all aspects of his abilities, but he was Dong Zhuo's son-in-law and was entrusted with important responsibilities.

As Dong Zhuo's son-in-law, he was superior to everyone, but at this moment, he greeted Jia Xu respectfully.

Because Jia Xu was the earliest counselor to follow Dong Zhuo, the one who could compare with him was Li Ru. And he often gives advice to others, so he has good relationships with all walks of life in the military. He is not greedy for power, so his position is not high within the Xiliang Army where there is a fierce power struggle, but his status is extremely high.

Jia Xu was very serious and led people to carefully inspect the smelting plant, and quickly and accurately discovered that the warehouse was made of iron blocks on the surface and stones underneath.

"General Niu, tell me." Jia Xu said with a smile, not angry or accusing.

Niu Fu, however, was frightened and said awkwardly: "Mr. Wenhe, please be accommodating. Your finances are tight recently and I promise to make up for it within six months. Don't worry, my father-in-law, the Prime Minister, doesn't care about these things and won't make it difficult for you."

Jia Xu was a tactful person and frowned: "General Niu, iron can be turned into weapons. It is an important strategic resource and cannot flow into the private sector. Sales must be reviewed at all levels to find out the purpose. The amount you paid is too huge. Who did you sell it to?" ?”

Seeing that there was a turning point, Niu Fu was heartbroken and said, "I didn't dare to hide it from you, sir, so I sold it to a few merchants from the Central Plains. As you know, the princes from the Central Plains are now attacking each other and are very short of iron to make weapons. The price given by those merchants I can’t refuse, and I’ll send a copy to your house later.”

Jia Xu never embezzled and said he didn't need to, and he would also give Niu Fu some face. "I'll pretend I didn't see it this time, but if I still have a deficit next quarter, I'll have to report it truthfully."

"Thank you sir." Niu Fu was very grateful.

this night.

Jia Xu couldn't sleep, so he got up, lit the oil lamp, and called his confidant Jia Ping, "This amount of iron is too large to start a war. Niu Fu is a fool. I still feel uneasy. Go and investigate those merchants." "

Three days later.

Jia Xu finished his inspection and was ready to return to Chang'an to meet Dong Zhuo.

His confidant Jia Ping returned with the news, "Sir, the pig iron went to the homes of some high-ranking officials."

Jia Xu was surprised. Although Ma Rixi and other anti-Dong ministers were not investigated, it was enough for him to smell the danger.

"Quick, speed up, we must get to Chang'an today!"

Later that night.

"The city gate has been closed. If you miss the time, you can only wait until tomorrow to enter the city." The guard at the top of the city looked down at the convoy and said coldly.

Jia Xu got out of the carriage and looked up, "But General Zhang Xiu, I am Jia Xu."

"Ah! It turns out to be Mr. Wenhe." Zhang Xiu's expression became respectful, wondering: "Mr. Wenhe, the general's responsibility is that he really cannot open the door."

Under normal circumstances, Jia Xu would just wait for the next day, "Xiannephew, please call me your uncle Zhang Ji."

Zhang Xiu was shocked. Jia Xu had helped the Zhang family many times and their relationship was extraordinary. Let's just say that last year's battle with Ma Teng in Xiliang was thanks to Jia Xu's timely support. Otherwise, Zhang Ji's uncle and nephew would have died long ago.

I will need this person's help in the future.

Zhang Xiu thought for a while and had no choice but to go down and open the city gate himself. He said with a bitter face, "Uncle, you have tricked my nephew into a terrible trap this time."

Jia Xu was in a hurry and did not get off the carriage. He bent down and patted his shoulder, "I have important things. You will not be held accountable, but will be praised."

a while.

Jia Xu came to the Prime Minister's Mansion, which he had been away from for a long time. The place was still very familiar. The sound of singing and dancing came from the hall, and the aroma of wine wafted over, mixed with a unique smell.

Dong Zhuo was fat and reclining on the platform, smoking a big cigarette. With more than a dozen scantily clad singers in front of him, he was the star of the show in this top studio.

"Jie Jie Jie! Wen He is here. We haven't seen each other for almost a year. It's really hard for you to patrol for me. Please sit down quickly. Today I will treat you to a drink and a big cigarette. Big cigarettes are nice. Smoked!"

Dong Zhuo stood up with the support of the maid and smiled. A puff of smoke came out as he spoke.

When Jia Xu saw the white mist, he was really frightened. He suddenly thought that Dong Zhuo had practiced some magical skills and completed feats that emperors of all generations could not accomplish. He practiced it to the point where he could spit clouds and mist. He must live forever!

After learning that it was smoke, I was even more shocked.

Damn, you can smoke cigarettes! Isn’t it uncomfortable?

But at the moment, he couldn't care about these things, and he was not in the mood to eat, drink or have fun, so he told him about the pig iron.

Dong Zhuo's expression was solemn, and the singers retreated. In the quiet hall, only the sound of smoking and Jia Xu's nervous words were left.

"Prime Minister, such a large amount of pig iron flowing into the hands of officials must be used to make weapons. It is for rebellion, there is no doubt about it!"

At this time, Li Ru came after the order and was equally shocked when he learned about this.

Dong Zhuo put down his pipe, puffed out smoke, slapped the table and shouted angrily, "We must investigate, strictly investigate, Wen You, please send the Ting Lieutenant Li Bai to arrive immediately! Let him investigate!"

"Who is Li Bai?" Jia Xu knew all important officials by heart.

"Well, this Li Bai was recently promoted by the original prime minister, and he invented the big smoke."

Jia Xu: "... Prime Minister, a high-profile investigation is likely to alert the enemy."

Dong Zhuo: "Then what do you think we should do?"

Jia Xu: "It all depends on manpower. These officials need manpower to operate."

"As expected of Wen He, I have nothing to worry about with Wen He!" Dong Zhuo suddenly realized, "This matter will be left to sir."

Li Ru looked at Jia Xu secretly and had to admit that if this person wanted power, he would have been replaced long ago.

vertical day.

Prime Minister's House.

Lu Bu held a painted halberd to protect Dong Zhuo personally, and had been informed of the rebellion by the officials. During this period, he had to protect Dong Zhuo at all times, and the entire defensive force was explosively strengthened.

However, Dong Zhuo always smoked, which made Lu Bu feel uncomfortable when he was quitting smoking. Looking at Dong Zhuo smoking, he couldn't help but think, "I don't know if that brother Li Bai has succeeded in quitting smoking."

As for Dong Zhuo, Lu Bu, who was well aware of the dangers of smoke, did not persuade him at all.

"Prime Minister!" A voice came from outside.

Dong Zhuo's eyes widened, he immediately sat up and threw away his cigarette, "Wen He, what's going on!"

Jia Xu had not slept a wink for a day, but he was in high spirits. As military advisors, they all have a common problem: they like to decipher the enemy's plans, especially such shocking conspiracies, and he is no exception.

This time, we must once again write a glorious chapter on the road of life, and it will be the most glorious one.

"My subordinates arrested the stewards of three official families, including Ma Rixi's family. After being tortured and forced to confess, they got the same answer. Wang Yun, Ma Rixi, and Dong Cheng are the leaders, and all the officials are going to rebel and assassinate the prime minister!"

Dong Zhuo flipped the table over, "Damn it!"

Jia Xu wiped his sweat and spoke louder and more excitedly, "Also, did you know that Li Xiaogong, the captain of the Forbidden Army, was Dian Wei who killed Hua Xiong, and the leading general Zhang Liao was also a member of Yuan Tan, and Li Bai is Yuan Tan, Prime Minister!"

Dong Zhuo: ヾ(?｀Д′?)

Lu Bu: 〔⊙〔工〕⊙〕