Li Ye looked at the three people sitting in the hall, and was noncommittal to what they said just now.
Ma Yin is at the age of the heyday, Liu Yin is only in his thirties, and Zhao Xingyuan is about the same. It is ridiculous to say that "he is too old to be driven".
Li Ye knew what happened in the posthouse very well, and it was the proper meaning of the title to frighten the Jiedu envoys from all over the place. If the order had not been issued early, the young and the young commander would not have blatantly attacked and hurt people.
Therefore, Li Ye was not at all surprised by the uneasy attitude of Ma Yin and others at the moment. However, Li Ye still wanted to laugh when he saw the other party sitting on pins and needles. After all, these people are also the overlords of one side, and it is unbearable to be intimidated by the young master and become like this.
Li Ye thought a little boringly: "The so-called heroes rising together is an exaggeration. There are no more heroes in the Tang Dynasty."
Of course he knew that when everyone asked to resign from their official positions, they were actually making progress by retreating. If he really resigned from their official positions, it would be strange if they didn't cause chaos when they returned to the place. It is inevitable that a dog jumps over a wall in a hurry, and a rabbit bites a person in a hurry.
Apart from Ma Yin, Liu Yin, and Zhao Xingyuan, there was also a middle-aged man who was about the same age as Ma Yin sitting in the hall. , What the three Lian envoys said is also out of loyalty to the imperial court, not because they don't want to contribute to the imperial court, please don't blame your highness."
Ma Yin and the others looked at the man strangely, not understanding what the other party meant.
Liu Yin and Zhao Xingyuan didn't know this person, but Ma Yin had seen him before, and knew that it was Qian Liu, the envoy of Western Zhejiang Province who was sitting on the left side of the river. He had fought against Gao Pian a lot before, and although he had suffered a lot, the feudal town was not annexed by Gao Pian, which is amazing.
From the moment he entered the palace gate and saw Qian Liu, Ma Yin realized that this man was indeed a smart man. Zhao Xingyuan was arguing with Gao Ji at the posthouse. When he and Liu Yin were watching a good show, Qian Liu had already rushed over to meet King An.
One move first, one step at a time, now Qian Liu's expression is very relaxed, much better than these people. This is the wise man who saw through the situation early on.
Ma Yin didn't understand the specific meaning of Qian Liu's words, but he also saw from the other party's face that the other party had no malice, so he could only cast doubtful eyes on Li Ye.
He didn't believe that Li Ye would really agree to dismiss them from office, but he had to put on a gesture of submission first, so that there would be a follow-up possibility. If Li Ye was completely annoyed, Gao Ji's end would be a lesson from the past.
The question now is how much power they can claim for themselves.
In Ma Yin's eyes, Li Ye seemed a little unhappy when he heard their words, and he just said indifferently: "Do you all think that the lonely king is cruel and heartless, and His Majesty is incompetent?"
Ma Yin and the others hurriedly bowed down again to plead guilty: "We definitely have no such intentions, Your Highness, please look into it!"
Li Ye waved his hand, signaling Ma Yin and others to get up, and then said in a leisurely manner: "Huang Chao's rebellious soldiers plundered the north and south, causing chaos in the world. Although this thief was killed early, the thieves in the world took advantage of the situation to create chaos. You and yourselves Being a governor of a town has the merit of protecting the environment and the people, and if there is no credit, there will be hard work."
Speaking of this, Li Ye laughed: "Gao Ji is right about this point."
Ma Yin, Liu Yin and the others looked at each other in blank dismay, not understanding why. But they could also tell that Li Ye didn't seem to want to blame them.
Li Ye continued: "The war lasted for several years before, and countless people were displaced. Now there is no war in the pass, and most of the thieves have been killed. It is time to let the people settle down. Fang Caigu has already told Qian Lian, you wait Since I was ordered to come to Chang'an to meet His Majesty, it can be seen that I am somewhat loyal to the imperial court, if I can do things well in the future, the imperial court will definitely reward and punish me strictly, so why worry about not being rich and honored for life and enshrined as a wife and son?"
Hearing this, Ma Yin and the others were all overjoyed, it seemed that Li Ye had no intention of attacking them.
The meaning of not taking action means that their current official positions will be preserved.
This is an unexpected good thing!
Li Ye's voice stopped, and he looked at the crowd and stopped talking.
How could Ma Yin and the others not know that Li Ye was giving them a chance to show their loyalty, so he hurriedly said: "I will swear allegiance to the imperial court to the death, and I will go through fire and water without hesitation, and I absolutely dare not have another heart!"
When Qian Liu saw this, he couldn't sit still, so he followed suit and bowed down, expressing that he was also loyal.
Only then did Li Ye hum with satisfaction, and continued: "There have been wars all over the country for years, and the people's livelihood has declined. This is the misfortune of the dynasty. There are many troubles in the border, and the court must gather strength to calm the border and restore the dynasty's hegemony. In order to let the people of the states and counties live and work in peace , although Gu is dull, he dare not try his best. Fortunately, there are some officials who can handle local military and political affairs by Gu's side, so how about letting them assist you?"
Ma Yin and the others, who were overjoyed just now, were taken aback when they suddenly heard Li Ye's words.
Li Ye's meaning is very clear, they can still be Jiedushi, or even a small prince, but this is all in name, and the actual power must be controlled by the officials sent by Li Ye. Don't think about it, the chief officials of the prefectures and counties will definitely be replaced, and many generals and schools in the army will also come.
The force of this seizure of power was a bit strong, and Ma Yin and others were a little unbearable for a while.
But just now I have said my words of loyalty to the imperial court and no second thoughts, how can I go back on it now
After thinking about it, Ma Yin, Liu Yin and the others understood in an instant that Li Ye's not seizing their position as Jiedu Envoy was just a scheming trick, in order to stabilize their hearts and prevent them from leaving the place. The parts are in chaos.
Although Li Ye may not be afraid of this, but as Li Ye said just now, there are many troubles on the border now, and what he needs is the quick stability of the place, rather than rushing to various places to quell the chaos.
Before Ma Yin could speak, Liu Yin said righteously first: "I am an envoy of the Lingnan Jiedu, and I have always worried that I will not cultivate my virtues and talents, and that I will not be able to let the people live and work in peace. Now King An has sent talented people to help, and it is the people of Lingnan. look forward to!"
The corners of Ma Yin's mouth twitched. The remoteness of Lingnan and the border troubles of Nanzhao required the power of the imperial court, and the two had always been rivals. As long as Liu Yin got the support of the imperial court, he could stabilize him.
Seeing Li Ye's appreciative gaze towards Liu Yin, looking at Sheji's humerus, Ma Yin knew that he had no choice, and immediately followed suit: "The lower officials also think the same way as Liu Lianshi, as long as it can benefit the common people , is good for the imperial court, and the lower officials are absolutely unwilling to be left behind!"
It wasn't until Qian Liu and Zhao Xingyuan also followed suit that Li Ye said with great emotion: "There are good ministers in the dynasty who understand righteousness like you, so why worry about not being able to reproduce the prosperity of the world? To govern the world, what is needed most is talents. When people go to other places, the manpower of the imperial court center will appear to be in distress. As important ministers of the imperial court, it is the meaning of the question to recommend talents, I wonder if you have any good talents to recommend?"
Ma Yin's body trembled again, Li Ye's words, could it be that they want them to send their heirs to Chang'an as a hostage
This was originally the usual method used by the imperial court to control the officials in the frontier, and it is really normal.
But seeing Li Ye eagerly looking forward to it, with an upright look on his face, Ma Yin knew that he wanted to go wrong.
Li Ye was not asking them to send their children as a pledge, but to give them a chance to expand the influence of the court. The people they recommend will naturally be their cronies. Once they serve in the center of the court, their power will be echoed by the court and the local area, and their feet will be stable.
This is an exchange, as an exchange for Li Ye to send officials to the local government to decentralize power. In the final analysis, it is to stabilize their hearts.
You don’t need to be polite at this time, the benefits are not always available, you have to seize them quickly, Ma Yin said quickly: "Although Hunan is barren, Dongting, which is 800 miles away, can also be called a place with beautiful mountains and rivers, outstanding people, and so are virtuous people." If there are several, I will recommend two to His Highness."
Unexpectedly, Li Ye shook his head and said: "Two people are not enough. Although there are not many officials in the imperial court, His Majesty has recently planned to rebuild the Shence Army. Good talents only need to be recommended, Gu and His Majesty will not be too many."
Ma Yin and Liu Yin couldn't help but look at each other.
Wasn't the imperial court resuming the sixteen guards just to deprive the power of the feudal town
It is also true that since the establishment of the feudal town, a lot of power from the imperial court has been divided, and the riots have never stopped. In the past, the festivals of the three towns in Hebei made it impossible for the candidates to choose the court. How can Li Ye tolerate this
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The previous kings couldn't change the situation, but now it's different. King An is powerful in the world, his masters are like clouds, counselors are like rain, and there are countless good generals and warriors. How can we not get rid of the disadvantages of the times
Taking action directly against the feudal town will cause local dissatisfaction, which will inevitably lead to disasters. Using the name of rebuilding the sixteen guards and strengthening the central imperial army to achieve the goal of strengthening the weak branches and weakening the feudal town step by step is the most appropriate means.
Ma Yin and Liu Yin, the two deadly enemies who have been fighting fiercely for several years, have a tacit understanding at this time, and they instantly understand the joints, and also understand the importance of expanding their influence in the Central Plains.
Before the court heard about this incident, Li Ye told them that they would be able to take the lead in the world's Jiedu envoys. If the situation really develops like this in the future, they don't want to do nothing in the local area and intend to take up positions in the court, then the foundation laid now will provide them with great convenience.
Thinking of this, the two felt a little grateful to Li Ye in their hearts, and hurriedly bowed and said: "I will definitely recommend a lot of good talents!"
Li Ye smiled, and said with great satisfaction: "You are really the pillars of the dynasty. With you helping the country, why not worry about the revival of the Tang Dynasty? I don't even want the two of you to go back to the feudal town. How about helping His Majesty with Gu in Chang'an?"
With a thud in their hearts, Ma Yin, Liu Yin, Zhao Xingyuan and others immediately stiffened their limbs, as if falling into an ice cave.
Although they plan to go to the central government if the situation is not good in the future, that is for the future! If they are not allowed to return to the feudal town at this time, the devil believes that they can gain real power in the court!
In the final analysis, Li Ye still wants to "scratch" them!
Ma Yin and the others even felt like crying.
When they were on their backs, Li Ye sighed to himself, and said solemnly: "The world is stable now, and the imperial court still needs to use your prestige to suppress Xiao Xiao. Although I really want to work together with you to assist Your Majesty, personally The matter of love is small, but the matter of the country and the country is big, you still have to go back to the town, and you can only continue to fight alone."
Li Ye's words were rather melancholy, but in the ears of Ma Yin, Liu Yin and others, it was no different from the sounds of nature.
They all wanted to immediately nod their heads in agreement and praise Li Ye's brilliance, but they felt the desolation in Li Ye's words, and had to put on a helpless and distressed look, lamenting that loyalty and righteousness are difficult to balance.
Li Ye said again: "It is said that the tiger father has no dogs. You are so virtuous, and your nephews must be virtuous. I can't be alone with you day and night. If you have your nephews to help, it will be a lot easier."
King An has said that, what else can they say, they can only say that although they need to sit in the town, they must not let King An fight alone for the country. Although the children in the family are not good, if they can serve King An for them Nau, that's a blessing, too.
Ever since, the proton matter was still finalized.
It's not a hostage, but all the boys in the family get a job in Chang'an!
Because Li Ye said that he intends to speak to His Majesty and seal everyone as equals. With this title, it means that he is a prime minister, which is of little use in the local area, but it is very important if he wants to gain a foothold in Chang'an in the future.
- What revealed the secrets of weakening the feudal town in advance, it turned out to be a pavement for this matter!
Ma Yin, Liu Yin, Zhao Xingyuan and others didn't know how they ended the discussion and walked out of Prince An's Mansion.
It wasn't until they saw the bright sunlight outside that everyone realized that they had already walked out of the gate.
Thinking back to the result of meeting King An today, it seemed like nothing was left except this old life was not handed over.
But they are all voluntary, reasonable, and no one can accuse King An of bullying others.
"A great talent!" Liu Yin looked up to the sky and sighed, and walked slowly towards his horse, his back was bleak.
Ma Yin shook his head, dispelling the cloud on his forehead, smiled bitterly, and followed the steps down the stone steps.
Zhao Xingyuan was in a daze, as if he hadn't fully woken up yet.
Only Qian Liu was a little normal when he walked out of the palace. He stayed in front of the door for a while, seeing the staggering footsteps of Ma Yin and others, the corners of his mouth moved slightly, he didn't know whether to laugh or cry, and said in his heart: "The general situation of the world is fixed, King An... is enough Merciful."