Chapter 128

Father, did you say that His Majesty has already taken Liangzhou and Bing Province in such a short time?

How is that possible?

The shocked Yang Xiu posed two questions in succession to Yang Biao.

Seeing Yang Xiu shocked beyond belief before him, Yang Biao nodded firmly and sighed:

His Majesty's methods are unfathomable! Who could have imagined that, with not a single soldier, His Majesty could regain power?

Back then, with Dong Zhuo's power and influence, let alone overthrowing him, just surviving in that situation was already fortunate!

But His Majesty not only survived, he also decisively killed Dong Zhuo and successfully took command of his forces.

Now, he has seized both Liangzhou and Bing Province in one fell swoop, holding the territory of the Three States.

And his personal strength is terrifyingly formidable, making him the strongest in Tian Xia.

Such a figure could not only restore the Han dynasty, but even dominate the whole world with ease!

For a moment, Yang Xiu was stunned by his father's words.

Although he knew Liu Bian was strong, when Liu Bian opposed the World Will, the entire Luoyang City witnessed the legendary Divine Dragon.

But that was still unverified, and Liu Bian had never displayed his strength before people.

It was mere hearsay, but hearing it from his father Yang Biao made it different.

You must know, Yang Biao is the current Grand Marshal, and he deals with Liu Bian every day.

So his words are still highly credible.

After a long while, Yang Xiu came to his senses, looked at his father, and sighed:

His Majesty truly is unfathomable!

Being able to seize Liangzhou and Bing Province in such a short time, once the news spreads, those with ulterior motives will surely lose sleep!

Moreover, who would have thought that General Zhang Liao would be so formidable, with only Five Hundred Thousand Troops, he could seize the entirety of Bing Province in such a short time.

Moreover, he also took the Shuofang Three Commanderies occupied by the Xiongnu.

After hearing Yang Xiu's remark, Yang Biao reminded him:

You're wrong; Zhang Liao did more than merely defeat the Xiongnu!

According to the battle report, Zhang Liao annihilated all the Xiongnu in the Bing Province San Jun, even killing Yufuluo and his son Liu Bao.

It is said that not a single Xiongnu survived in the Shuofang Three Commanderies.

Furthermore, they captured 120,000 Xiongnu warhorses, countless cattle and sheep, which will soon be sent to Luoyang.

Upon hearing this, even just imagining the scene made Yang Xiu shudder involuntarily.

Hiss, killing all the Xiongnu is perhaps overly cruel!

Doesn't Zhang Liao fear the censure of the world? After all, the Xiongnu in the Shuofang Three Commanderies number nearly 100,000!

Obviously, those who have not experienced it cannot know the cruelty of the Foreign Tribes.

Especially someone like Yang Xiu from a Great Clan, this benevolent heart is even stronger.

In their view, as long as Foreign Tribespeople surrender, they must not be killed; otherwise, they are brutal and harm heavenly harmony.

They always invoke the rites of a civilized nation and the status of the Celestial Empire.

They believe Foreign Tribespeople can be civilized, unaware that without strong power, their methods are truly useless.

Upon hearing Yang Xiu's argument, Yang Biao glared at him fiercely and warned:

Dezu, from now on I do not want to hear such talk from your mouth!

Hearing this, Yang Xiu asked, puzzled:

Father, why? Could I have spoken incorrectly?

Seeing Yang Xiu still not comprehending, Yang Biao felt a bit disappointed; it seems Yang Xiu is still too young to understand the reasoning.

Immediately, he said to him with frustration:

Dezu, you are clever, but you cannot see clearly everything!

What kind of virtue do the Xiongnu have? You know this well; why do you think General Zhang Liao slaughtered them all?

There must be a reason for this; moreover, such a major matter, do you think His Majesty would be unaware?

Zhang Liao is His Majesty's trusted Grand General; would he act without considering His Majesty?

As Yang Biao's words fell, Yang Xiu broke out in a cold sweat.

Looking at his solemn father before him, Yang Xiu spoke somewhat fearfully:

Father, you mean His Majesty is also involved in this?

Before Yang Xiu could finish speaking, Yang Biao cut him off.

What else would you think? This matter is for us father and son to discuss; remember, in front of outsiders, you must never spout nonsense!

Thinking of Yang Xiu's fondness for showing off, Yang Biao warned him.

Seeing Yang Biao's solemn warning gaze, Yang Xiu also solemnly promised:

Father, rest assured; I know the stakes of this matter and will never speak of it again!

Seeing that Yang Xiu understood the stakes, Yang Biao breathed a sigh of relief.

He feared that this boy would show off his cleverness outside and leak these words, which would be disastrous!

Just knowing is enough; alright, let's not talk about this. Let's take this opportunity to prepare some fine wine and food for Father, so he can get drunk and rest!

Seeing that the time was about right, Yang Biao no longer wanted to continue speaking and immediately said to Yang Xiu:

Yes, son, I'll have people prepare it right away!

After paying respectful respects to Yang Biao, Yang Xiu hurried away.

……

Like Yang Biao and them, there is also the great scholar Cai Yong; upon returning to his residence, Cai Yong eagerly entered his Study.

He wants to wield the brush once, to vent his excited heart.

After so many years in office, since Liu Bian came to power, this has been the most comfortable period for him.

No need to worry about anyone attacking him; before, his days were all filled with anxiety, fearing that a moment's inattention would make him a sacrifice in others' struggles.

But now under Liu Bian, there are none of those; officials are all busy with their own affairs.

Moreover, even if someone wants to suppress political rivals, it won't work under Liu Bian; therefore the current administration is very clear and upright.

Even someone like Cai Yong, who wholeheartedly devotes himself to compiling the Han history and does not fawn over power, need not fear others' schemes.

After a while, Cai Yong finally left the study, entered the main hall, and asked the steward in the residence:

"Steward, why isn't the young lady here?"

The middle-aged steward behind Cai Yong, hearing this, immediately said respectfully:

"Sir, the young lady is still in the back courtyard!"

"Oh, I had forgotten; then go fetch the young lady. Today I am happy, so have her come keep me company for two drinks."

Thinking about today's events, Cai Yong couldn't help feeling excited; he immediately wanted to have two drinks to celebrate.

"Ah?"

Actually, Cai Yong's reaction startled the steward.

You should know that Cai Yong used to rarely drink alone; he would only have a bit when entertaining friends, and otherwise basically never drank.

What's more, this time he even needs the young lady to keep him company!