My older brother is Gao Huan.

Chapter 336 The Great Wei's Fate Has Ended
August twenty-three.

The imperial edict from the Luoyang court reached Yecheng in Xiangzhou.

Erzhu Shilong looked at the official document and muttered to himself.

"Bestowed with the Nine Bestowments..."

"The Emperor would actually cooperate like this? Unbelievable."

Sima Ziru, who was also beside him, saw the official document and couldn't help but say, "Should we write a letter to Jinyang to remind the Prime Minister? His Majesty had previously made all sorts of excuses, but now he has agreed so readily. There must be a trick involved."

"There must be a trap!"

Wei Langen walked in from outside. “My close friend in Luoyang wrote to me saying that His Majesty is frequently colluding with the Imperial Secretary, the Minister of Justice, and others in private. It is clear that he is plotting against the Prime Minister!”

Wei Langen was originally Li Chong's chief secretary.

He served in Li Chong's army during the first Northern Expedition against the Rouran, and over the years he has accumulated considerable fame and merit.

Erzhu Shilong was sent to Hebei by Erzhu Rong to ease relations with the aristocratic families. Wei Langen, who had no family background but was quite famous, was regarded as a bridge to communicate with the aristocratic families, that is, an intermediary.

"Is this serious?"

"Otherwise, what could possibly warrant His Majesty's secret collusion? I've even heard that... there are more wandering knights in Luoyang now."

Erzhu Shilong was taken aback.

He never expected that Wei Langen knew so much about the situation in Luoyang.

They were greatly alarmed.

No wonder Erzhu Rong was initially unwilling to enter Luoyang after the Heyin Incident; the intricate relationships between the powerful families were indeed a behemoth.

"In your opinion, shouldn't I immediately remind the Prime Minister?"

"Yes! If the Prime Minister intends to travel south to Luoyang, he must be extremely careful!"

Sima Ziru, who had been silent all along, suddenly had a strange look in her eyes and quickly spoke up to persuade him, "We can't just write a letter by hand!"

"Shilong, you still need to go to Luoyang in person!"

"how do I say this?"

Erzhu Shilong was somewhat puzzled.

"Firstly, by personally going to Luoyang to meet the Prime Minister and explain the advantages and disadvantages, you can demonstrate your loyalty and respect for the Prime Minister!"

"Secondly, if His Majesty really intends to do so, how can the Prime Minister not retaliate in order to protect himself? In that case, His Majesty will become a prisoner no matter what, and the Prime Minister will most likely take advantage of the situation, ascend the throne, and become emperor. If you are in Luoyang, you will have done a great service in supporting the emperor and in helping him to become emperor! This will allow you to suppress Tian Guang, Wan Ren, and others."

"Tian Guang is still far away in Guanzhong, but Wan Ren is in Jinyang right now. If he follows the Prime Minister south... you will be overshadowed by him."

"Humph."

Erzhu Shilong couldn't help but snort coldly, "Wanren, that brat, in terms of seniority, he should address me as uncle. In terms of ability, he's nothing but a brainless brute. For the sake of those despicable Gao brothers, he has repeatedly defied me. How can I be subordinate to him?"

Erzhu Shilong was actually very clear about Erzhu Rong's attitude towards the Erzhu clan members.

Erzhu Tianguang and Erzhu Zhao were regarded by Erzhu Rong as the best among the Erzhu clan's sons.

And he?

Upon learning that Chen Qingzhi was leading a large army, they abandoned Hulao Pass, which ultimately led to Gao Yu gaining both fame and fortune, and Yuan Ziyou establishing the emperor's authority.

After this incident, Erzhu Rong was extremely disappointed in him.

"Ziru has reminded me."

Erzhu Shilong squinted his eyes and then made a decision, "I will set off for Luoyang in two days. I will leave the affairs of Xiangzhou to you two."

Sima Ziru nodded repeatedly, even offering a compliment, "If the Prime Minister really ascends the throne and becomes emperor, Shilong will surely be granted the title of king! At that time... don't forget to give him a hand."

Erzhu Shilong laughed triumphantly, "If I can gain wealth and status, I will never let you two down!!"

Wei Langen glanced at Sima Ziru, feeling somewhat puzzled, but said nothing.

………………

Inside the Ba Mansion in Jinyang.

Erzhu Rong also received an imperial edict from the Luoyang court, and he immediately summoned everyone.

Upon seeing this, Li Xian, the Vice Minister of the Imperial Secretariat, immediately warned, "Prime Minister, this matter may be a trap."

"If Your Majesty truly wishes to bestow the Nine Bestowments upon the Prime Minister, a simple edict is sufficient to order an envoy to deliver the Nine Bestowments to Jinyang. Why go through the elaborate rituals of offering sacrifices to Heaven and ancestors?"

Erzhu Rong wholeheartedly agreed.

He wasn't a fool; how could he be blinded by such a windfall? "Your Majesty's actions are exactly what I wanted!"

Erzhu Rong chuckled lightly, "The Imperial Guards and the Central Army are both under my control. If Your Majesty acts in this way, it will only give me an excuse and a handle to use against you!"

"It's not that I've wronged Great Wei, but that Great Wei and His Majesty have wronged me! I'll take their place!"

"What does the Prime Minister mean?"

"This time, I am determined to head south to Luoyang!"

The trusted commander Chu Guang reminded him, "Prime Minister... wasn't there news that His Majesty ordered Gao Qian to go to Hengzhou? It seems there's some kind of conspiracy. There was also news that General Tian Ce was recruiting soldiers in Shandong, seemingly preparing for war."

"Hengzhou is nothing more than a minor ailment. With Mayi in hand, even if Moheduo personally led his army, it would be difficult to take it, let alone He Liuhun, whose bravery is far inferior to Moheduo's."

"As for Shandong..."

Erzhu Rong waved his hand and said, "I have my own plans."

Seeing this, Li Xian quickly flattered him, saying, "The Prime Minister is indeed wise! His Majesty's foolishness in attempting to assassinate the Prime Minister proves that the fate of the Great Wei Dynasty is sealed! The Prime Minister should rule the world!!"

"In a few months, we should change our address to Your Majesty!"

Faced with the sycophantic behavior of his subordinates, Erzhu Rong could not hide his excitement!
The throne is at the forefront!

Who can maintain a calm and composed mindset?

Although I felt a little smug.

but……

Erzhu Rong had made thorough preparations.

He first had someone summon Erzhu Zhao.

"Wanren, I am preparing to go south to Luoyang this time. You will go to Fenzhou to serve as the governor and keep an eye on the Tiele tribes in Hexi. If they raise an army to rebel, you will lead your troops to defend the city and not take the initiative to attack. After I have dealt with the matters in Luoyang, I will bring troops to help you quell the rebellion!"

"Tianbao, don't worry, I will never let you down."

"besides……"

Erzhu Rong repeatedly warned, "You cannot easily believe He Liuhun's words. I will have Shaozong stay to help you. You should listen to his advice in everything you do."

After giving his instructions, he called Murong Shaozong to his side and said, "Keep an eye on He Liuhun and make sure he doesn't have any contact with Wan Ren."

"Yes! Please rest assured, Prime Minister."

After making all the preparations, Erzhu Rong finally found Yuan Tianmu.

“Brother, all my plans have come to an end. This trip south... I entrust Bingzhou and Sizhou to you.”

Yuan Tianmu's expression was complicated.

Although he was a member of the Yuan clan, he had already been forcibly bound to the Erzhu clan's chariot by Erzhu Rong.

and……

Even though Erzhu Rong held a high position, he always treated him with the respect due to an elder brother.

There's nothing wrong with it.

Yuan Tianmu sighed, "I will take good care of the house for you."

He then added, "I am ultimately a member of the Yuan clan, and I hope Tianbao will show mercy..."

His meaning was that he hoped Erzhu Rong wouldn't be too ruthless in his killing.

Erzhu Rong nodded and said, "Don't worry, His Majesty was ultimately enthroned by me. If he is willing to cooperate, I am willing to grant him the title of king so that he can live out the rest of his life in peace."

"Then I thank Tianbao on behalf of the ancestors of the Yuan family."

Yuan Tianmu felt very uncomfortable when he said this.

no way.

No one could persuade Erzhu Rong anymore.

Moreover, from any perspective...

The Great Wei Dynasty is already doomed.

Even if Yuan Ziyou were extremely wise, he could not change this situation.

(End of this chapter)