Chapter 1650: Standing in an Invincible Position

Under Dong Zhuo's strong leadership, the structure of the court quietly changed. After Gu Yi succeeded as Prefect of Luoyang, although he was not very keen on this position at first, he soon realized that this position not only allowed him to come into contact with the core of power more directly, but also provided many conveniences for him to seek self-preservation and even further advancement in the chaotic world.

Gu Yi began to set about rectifying the security of Luoyang; he knew deeply the importance of the people's hearts in chaotic times. He used his understanding of modern management knowledge, combined with the actual situation of ancient times, to push forward a series of reform measures. First, he strengthened the patrol system to ensure that there were enough troops in the city at night to maintain order, greatly reducing the occurrence of cases such as robbery and theft. At the same time, he also set up a "People's Feedback Box" to encourage the people to anonymously report illegal acts such as official corruption and the rampant behavior of local bullies; this measure greatly enhanced the people's trust in the government.

At the same time, Gu Yi did not forget to secretly observe the movements in the court, especially every move of Dong Zhuo and his cronies. He knew deeply that although Dong Zhuo was strong, his tyranny and arbitrariness had gradually caused dissatisfaction inside and outside the court. And although old ministers like Ma Rixiang and Yang Biao were submissive on the surface, they might not have different intentions in their hearts. Gu Yi decided that he must maintain a good relationship with Dong Zhuo to obtain more resources and information, while also quietly laying out plans to leave a way out for himself.

In a private conversation with Yang Biao, Gu Yi pretended to mention the future of the court and Dong Zhuo's ambition unintentionally. After hearing this, Yang Biao's eyes were complex, and he remained silent for a long time before saying softly, "Lord Gu, you and I both know that this world is no longer the Han house of the past. However, as a minister, one should be loyal to the monarch and love the country, and protect the people. Although Dong Zhuo is strong, he is not what the people want, and one day, someone will stand up to set things right."

Hearing this, Gu Yi nodded secretly in his heart; he knew that although Yang Biao's words were subtle, they revealed dissatisfaction with Dong Zhuo's rule and anticipation for future change. He responded softly, "What Lord Yang says is very true, but in this chaotic world, every step needs to be cautious. It is not easy for us to preserve ourselves while seeking welfare for the people of the world." ===== CHAPTER 1651 =====