Tongting, Yang Zhen’s tomb.

The emperor led 30,000 infantry and cavalry to the east. When passing Tongting, he stopped specially, and used cow wine to pay homage to Yang Zhen, and gave a memorial speech.

Yang Xiu was with the Yang family's children of the same name, feeling complicated. He knew that the emperor did this not only out of respect for Emperor Gaozu, but also that the Yang family of Hongnong continued to serve the court. If his father Yang Biao was here, he would have to cry and be loyal to him. But he was not his father Yang Biao. He was very convinced that the Han Dynasty had died. The best way was to accept the reality and abdicate the throne, and Liu family would not lose blood. Sun Ce had already revealed this meaning, and the emperor knew it, but he refused to accept his fate.

Put yourself in your shoes and think about it. If he was the emperor, he would not accept his fate. So he could understand the emperor, but he would never support the emperor. Just as he said to Xun Yu, the Yang family had done their best, at least they were like this. His father Yang Biao sold thirty years to Sun Ce, but he had not received the kindness of the Han Dynasty and did not owe any affection to the Han Dynasty. There was no need to be ashamed.

But the others in the Yang family didn't think so. Brother Yang Liang stood not far away and looked at Yang Xiu with a strange expression. The others were similar, most of them kept a distance from Yang Xiu, with a slightly distant look on their eyes.

Yang Qi and Yang Zhong were talking with the emperor. Several men, ministers and secretaries stood aside, unable to speak loudly, but could only communicate in a low voice. The emperor came to pay tribute to Yang Zhen, and the Yang family's children naturally became the center, except Yang Xiu. He was rejected intentionally or unintentionally. Yang Xiu was also happy to be quiet, and he enjoyed this kind of freedom alone.

Phoenixes should not have flocked with ordinary birds.

The Secretary Fu Xun came over and bowed to Yang Xiu. "Fu Xun from the north has met Yang Changshi."

Yang Xiu bowed back lightly. "Hello, Shangshu."

"I am lucky to be the prefect of Hongnong."

Yang Xiu glanced at Fu Xun and raised the corners of his mouth slightly. "I am unfortunate to be the prefect of Hongnong at this time."

Fu Xun smiled slightly, but he was not angry. Although he had different political views from Yang Xiu, he had no personal grudges. He had read many articles by Yang Xiu and was very impressed by Yang Xiu's talent and insight.

"Although my brother is not virtuous and talented, he cannot be a rival to Lu Su, Hongnong was once a heroic pass after all. He was sure to save his life and wait for rescue. Even if there were some losses, it would not be unfortunate."

Yang Xiu didn't say anything else. Since Fu Xun's posture was so low and he didn't want to call in the formation, it would be meaningless for him to be aggressive.

"Sir, Your Majesty personally attacked, Lu Su should withdraw his troops, right?" Fu Xun smacked his lips. "Can you return to Chang'an before the New Year?"

Yang Xiu pondered for a moment. "It depends on whether you Liangzhou people can unite. The 40,000 new recruits led by the emperor may not be able to do it." He glanced at Fu Xun with a sideways, smiling. "I always thought that the martial artists in Liangzhou were fickle, but I didn't expect that you aristocratic children were so flexible, but they had gained their knowledge."

Fu Xun laughed. His younger brother Fu Yun and Dong Yue have always had a bad relationship, but now they have to rely on Dong Yue to support him. It is indeed a bit embarrassing. It is normal for Yang Xiu to make a joke. "The big business ignores the meticulousness and refuses to give in to the big gifts. Even the dog-slaughtering people know the truth, how can Yang Changshi be constrained?"

Yang Xiu smiled but didn't say anything. After Fu Xunlei thought about it, he knew that this statement was inappropriate, and that it was suspected of treating Dong Yue as an enemy and using it for a while. Although it did have this meaning, it could not be said, especially if it could not fall into Yang Xiu's ears. Otherwise, it would be somewhat troublesome in the future. He then smiled and said, "The emperor forgot his mistakes. Even if he was against the King of Wu, His Majesty can still take his major qualities. If we do not care about the details, why should we keep an eye on Dong Yue's mistakes?"

Yang Xiu didn't say anything. This sentence was not easy to answer, there was a trap inside. Seeing that Yang Xiu didn't speak, Fu Xun was a little proud and was about to pursue him. In the distance, a secretary walked quickly, holding a military newspaper in his left hand and a wooden box in his right hand. The military newspaper was covered with feathers and three horizontal lines were drawn with cinnabar. It was an emergency military newspaper. When passing by Fu Xun, the secretary looked at Fu Xun, then turned his eyes away and walked towards Liu Ye beside the emperor with big strides. Fu Xun felt a little uneasy. The secretary stand was leaning against the secretary stand, and the secretary was aware of him and knew that he cared about his younger brother Fu Yun. Since it was a news from the front line, even if he could not disclose the specific content, he would at least give him a hint.

What does this expression mean now? Is the war unfavorable and Hongnong is in a hurry?

Fu Xun really wanted to chase after him. As the representative of the Shangshutai, he was qualified to participate in the imperial court affairs, but Yang Xiu was on the side, so he still held back. If it was important news related to Fu Yun, Shangshu Pushe Wei Ji would naturally tell him. Fu Yun is guarding the city, not a fighting person, and will not fight himself. Even if the Hongnong war is urgent, Fu Yun himself will not be in any danger.

Maybe Lu Su knew that reinforcements were coming and was attacking with all his might.

Fu Xun thought about it secretly for a while and felt relieved. "Changshi, I heard that you are good at shooting and knocking, so why not guess whether this news is good or bad?"

Yang Xiu smiled. "It's naturally a good fortune for me, but for you, it's at most a small profit."

Fu Xun couldn't help laughing and nodded repeatedly. It was rare that Yang Xiu would admit defeat and admitted that the situation was not good for Lu Su. "Small profits are good, but small profits are big profits. You must be very good at it. Although it is a bit despicable, as long as it is beneficial to the court, it doesn't matter. Mencius said that if you sacrifice yourself for righteousness, you can even give up your life. What is a mere reputation?"

Yang Xiu smiled. "I heard that Gong Ti had kissed his lips for a long time. When I saw him today, it was indeed worthy of his reputation. When it comes to A and B, each of them has its own wonders."

"I am also very honored to be praised by the Chief Secretary." Seeing that Yang Xiu was clumsy, Fu Xun's conversation became stronger and he was still not satisfied. He was about to ask Yang Xiu for advice. In the distance, the Shangshu Lang waved to him and asked him to go over. He had to bow to Yang Xiu and leave quickly.

Yang Liang came over beside him. "Dezu, this Fu Gongti is known as the Guo Linzong of the Northern Land. What do you think?"

Yang Xiu looked at Yang Liang and pretended to be surprised. "Why, he also said something like 'Zhanwu Yuanzhang, who is the house'?"

Yang Liang's expression changed slightly, she looked at Yang Xiu angrily, and walked away. Yang Xiu ignored him. He stared at Fu Xun in the distance. Fu Xun and a secretary stood face to face, but his body was stiff. The secretary was holding him, and was talking anxiously. Yang Xiu felt strange and was also concerned about Hongnong's war. He pretended to be careless and walked over, trying to inquire about some news.

Seeing Yang Xiu walk by, the secretary-in-law looked strange, let go of Fu Xun and walked away. Yang Xiu and Fu Xun stood side by side, looked at the secretary-in-law who was talking together, and chuckled, "Why, the profit is too great, are there any surprises?"

Fu Xun turned around slowly, his eyes were red, his face turned ashen, and his teeth were clattering, like a beast that wanted to choose someone to eat. Yang Xiu didn't look at him and said to himself: "It is said that villains make money like suffering. No matter how much you say you are a scholar, you won't be able to bear it, right? You are a lord, no matter how much profit you make, you can't forget your righteousness..."

"Yang Dezu!" Fu Xun shouted word by word: "Don't bully people too much."

Yang Xiu realized that Fu Xun's tone was wrong, turned his head and looked at it, and was startled, and instinctively took two steps back. "Fu Gongti, what are you doing? Do you want to eat people?"

Fu Xun clenched his fists and approached a step forward. At this time, Ma Chao rushed over and blocked Fu Xun with one hand on Fu Xun's shoulder, and held the knife ring around his waist with the other, saying in a deep voice: "Shangshu Fu, calm down!"

Seeing that it was Ma Chao, Fu Xun did not move forward. Ma Chao and Yang Xiu had a very good relationship, and everyone knows it in Chang'an. Moreover, Ma Chao's martial arts was not something he could deal with. He would not take advantage of it if he was too harsh. Ma Chao pulled Yang Xiu out of the crowd, walked aside, looked at the already messy men, and whispered: "Dezu, Lu Zijing defeated Hongnong and killed Fu Yun."

Yang Xiu was stunned, then his eyes widened. "What did you say?"

"You heard it right." Ma Chao smiled bitterly: "I was by His Majesty just now, and I heard it very clearly. I saw Fu Yun's head with my own eyes."

Yang Xiu remembered the wooden box and was immediately ecstatic. He knew the significance of Lu Su's victory. When they left Chang'an, Lu Su had not yet begun to attack the city. Judging from the forces of both sides, everyone thought that Lu Su could not conquer Hongnong, and at most defend Shan County, forming a three-way confrontation. The Liangzhou faction planned to win over Jia Xu and Dong Yue and form a pincer attack on Lu Su. If it could be successful, not only would the forces of the two sides be huge, but the terrain was also very unfavorable to Lu Su. If Lu Su did not retreat on his own initiative, what was waiting for him was likely to be annihilation of the entire army.

Even Yang Xiu himself felt that Lu Su was a bit risky and not cautious enough when he went deep into the army alone. However, a miracle happened. Lu Su actually captured Hongnong when reinforcements had arrived, and it was lightning-proof. This was not only a victory that changed the situation, but also a victory that could affect people's hearts.

Yang Xiu was not mentally prepared at all, and only knew how to laugh and laugh wildly for a moment!

The Yang family members beside him looked at each other, not knowing what was going on.

Fu Xun in the distance gritted his teeth and sighed to the sky!

Ma Chao, who was standing beside him, looked depressed and wanted to speak but stopped. Yang Xiu was happy and smiled and said, "Why, I'm afraid I'll make too many enemies, so you can't stop it?"

"Uh..." Ma Chao scratched his head. "Dezu, you said... Lu Zijing is so powerful, is it luck or is it that King Wu is keen to recognize people?"

"Is this a matter of fact? Among the nine governors, only Lu Zijing was invited by the King of Wu himself."

Ma Chao sighed softly, feeling lost.
Chapter completed!