si-mexico Chapter 592 Su Yu's Man as Acting Prefect? The Truth Remains Elusive!
Chapter 592 Su Yu's Man as Acting Prefect? The Truth Remains Elusive!
Xuchang
Court of Justice
Zhao Yan's act of forcibly seizing the people's land also implicated Xiahou Shang.
With such a commotion, Cao Ang and Xiahou Dun naturally received the news as well.
After discussing it, the uncle and nephew decided to first remove Zhao Yan and Xiahou Shang from their positions and send them back to Xuchang.
As for the truth of the matter, further investigation is needed.
If Zhao Yan and Xiahou Shang are truly guilty, then we will not tolerate them.
If they are innocent, the person behind this must not be allowed to escape justice!
"Zixiu, what do you plan to do with those people?"
Xiahou Dun asked Cao Ang.
I thought Cao Ang would think for a while, but to my surprise, he said decisively:
"Is Uncle referring to those rioters?"
"Of course, it should be dealt with according to the laws of our Han Dynasty!"
“They couldn’t have grown to that size without someone instigating them.”
"I bet if this were just a group of ordinary people, Lord Xun's Ministry of Personnel could have gone to bed before evening every day!"
Does the Minister of the Imperial Secretariat rest before evening?
That is naturally impossible!
As night falls, it is the time for outstanding individuals to strive!
Xiahou Dun stroked his beard with satisfaction.
Throughout history, the first emperors of any dynasty would worry that the second emperors would be too lenient; the most classic examples are Qin Shi Huang and Fusu.
Although Cao Ang's overall abilities were not as good as Cao Cao's, he was undoubtedly quite outstanding as a second-generation ruler.
"Zixiu, you can wait in Xuchang. Your uncle will personally go and bring Zhao Yan, Shang'er, and that mob here!"
Cao Ang's reputation must not be damaged.
Xiahou Dun, as the uncle, naturally had to act as a black glove to clear away all obstacles for his nephew Cao Ang!
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南阳郡
叶县
Xiahou Shang's face turned ashen.
Of course, he wasn't afraid, but rather angry.
All the rioters involved have been temporarily detained by Xiahou Shang and his troops.
But this is only a stopgap measure.
On the very day he was taken into custody, even more "commoners" caused trouble in Ye County and other parts of Nanyang.
The herd mentality was something that even later generations couldn't avoid, let alone the late Han Dynasty.
The initial group of civilians who participated in the riot were mostly instigated by the people behind the scenes, and some were even disguised assassins.
However, many of those who joined later were genuine ordinary people.
The forced occupation of farmland has already caused widespread panic in Ye County.
The situation gradually spiraled out of control.
Zhao Yan and Xiahou Shang both knew that resigning to take responsibility was inevitable.
But the two still wanted to do everything they could to stabilize the situation.
Suddenly, a mocking laugh rang out from outside.
"Lord Zhao, the current chaotic situation in Nanyang is all your doing!"
"If Lord Zhao continues to hold this position, it would be unacceptable to all the soldiers and civilians of Nanyang."
The visitor was in his early forties and was currently the Prefect of Nanyang.
Although Nanyang held a status equivalent to a directly administered prefecture in later times during the late Han Dynasty, it was still different from a province.
Therefore, the top leader of Nanyang was the Prefect of Nanyang, and the second-in-command was the Chief Secretary of Nanyang.
Wang Gang, the Prefect of Nanyang, was a staunch supporter of Zhong Yao and also belonged to a prominent family in Nanyang.
Without Zhong Yao even giving any orders, Wang Gang, like a dog that had caught the scent of Lao Ba's secret-recipe mini hamburger, was ready to kick Zhao Yan while he was down.
Xiahou Shang said solemnly:
"Lord Wang, you're mistaken about that."
"The distribution of land was originally handled personally by you, the Prefect of Nanyang."
"It's just that you didn't personally handle the matter of leading the garrison troops to cultivate the land."
"If we really take it seriously, you won't be able to escape responsibility for this matter either!"
Wang Gang's face stiffened, and he flicked his sleeve, saying:
"Xiahou Shang, don't spout nonsense and talk rubbish!"
"Lord Zhao has just taken office and wants to make a name for himself. He wants to do everything himself and doesn't want an old man like me."
"Does Wang really think he'd stoop so low as to fawn over Lord Zhao's cold shoulder?"
Upon hearing this, Zhao Yan looked embarrassed.
Wang Gang's statement is not entirely correct.
But Zhao Yan, being new to the area, genuinely wanted to make a name for himself.
Despite knowing that Wang Gang might be setting traps, Zhao Yan would still step into them with one foot in the sand.
As a representative of the local forces in Nanyang, Wang Gang remained neutral, so this matter cannot be blamed on him.
"Hmph, even if we take a step back and say that this matter has nothing to do with Lord Wang."
"But if I were to risk everything to impeach Lord Wang, how would Lord Wang respond?"
Xiahou Shang recalled the influence he had received from Cao Ang in the past.
To deal with someone as shameless as Wang Gang, you have to be even more shameless!
Wang Gang instantly turned red with anger.
That Xiahou Shang is like a stubborn mule.
Who doesn't know that this guy is a key talent being groomed among the second generation of the Cao and Xiahou families?
Even if he is dismissed from his post this time, or even demoted to a common soldier, he can find an excuse to earn some military merits and be reinstated.
Cao Ang's trust in him remained as high as ever.
But I'm already over fifty, and my son isn't exactly the smartest.
If they were to fight a young man like Xiahou Shang to the death, the result would only be a thankless task.
"Hmph! I will not argue with you!"
Wang Gang left in anger.
Xiahou Shang, with a calm expression, said to Zhao Yan:
"Lord Zhao, judging from Wang Gang's behavior, it's unlikely that he's the one behind it all."
"He probably just wanted to take advantage of the situation and kick someone when they're down."
Zhao Yan said with concern:
"Who could that be?"
"My only worry is that person's target isn't me, but Lord Xun!"
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Zhao Yan and Xiahou Shang's worries were put to rest three days later.
Xiahou Dun, acting on Cao Ang's orders, came to Ye County and brought all those involved in the case back to Xuchang.
At the same time, Mao Jie also arrived with Xiahou Dun!
The position of Prefect of Nanyang cannot be given to someone from Zhong Yao's group.
Mao Jie, a native of Yanzhou and a veteran of the Ministry of Personnel, was undoubtedly capable in administration, no less than Zhao Yan.
Xun Yu had already punished Zhao Yan with the Kun punishment for his oversight in failing to promptly review the memorial impeaching Zhao Yan, as a minor punishment to serve as a warning.
When faced with major events, Mao Zedong was decisive.
He volunteered to Xun Yu to become the acting governor of Nanyang and to investigate the truth behind Zhao Yan's forced occupation of the people's land.
After investigating the truth, he would return to the united and loving family of the Minister of the Imperial Secretariat and would not linger in Nanyang!
Xun Yu would certainly not admit that he was misled by the grand promises made by Mao Jie.
The Minister's residence is such a wonderful place!
Once the talented people arrived, none of them wanted to leave!
People like Mao Jie have a strong sense of being a hero.
Therefore, the position of acting prefect fell into the hands of Mao Jie.
Wang Gang was quite displeased upon seeing Mao Jie.
Zhao Yan was, after all, from Yuzhou.
Although they bear the mark of the Minister's Mansion, they are not as disliked by the Zhong Yao Group as Su Yu's direct descendants.
As for the people of Yanzhou and Xuzhou, such as Li Dian, Cheng Yu, Man Chong, and Chen Deng, aren't they all in cahoots with Su Yu?
As a native of Yanzhou, Mao Jie must be a staunch supporter of Su Yu!
It would be strange if Wang Gang had a pleasant expression on his face!
But is that really the case?
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