The Three Great Han Dynasties: Awaken Liu Bei with a scolding; you weave mats and sell sandals.

"Now that my Yang family has joined the General's command, it is time for my Yang family to rise to prominence."

The Yuan family had produced four generations of high-ranking officials, and their reputation was immense. If it were just their fame, that would be one thing, but they also got too close to the other soldiers, and countless people in the world became their retainers.

If the emperor's power is weak, perhaps no one will govern him. But when the Grand General attends court, his prestige is equal to that of the founding emperor. Add to that his military power, the support of the Cui clan of Qinghe, and the countless gentry from all over the land joining him. The Yuan family would be no match for him.

After some internal speculation, Yang Xiu boarded the carriage and drove straight to the Sima family's residence.

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At this moment, Luoyang City also welcomed the Mi family of Xuzhou, who were closely related to the Liu family of Youzhou and Liu Hong.

It's normal for it to take several months to travel from Xuzhou to this place, not to mention that they brought a considerable dowry for the purpose of marriage alliance, so it's understandable that it would take even longer.

They had only just settled down in Luoyang and hadn't even had time to do anything else when they heard rumors circulating throughout the city. These rumors were constant and unending, and they startled the entire Mi family.

"That general is now quite something. He went straight into the palace, and who knows, he might just change the dynasty and become the new emperor."

"It's unlikely. How could the General be a traitor to the court? He made tremendous contributions to the Han Dynasty by suppressing the Yellow Turban Rebellion."

"Stop talking nonsense. Be careful of the government officials coming. Then none of them will have a good ending."

Quickly distance yourself from any involvement, absolutely avoid getting involved in these matters.

Although most people's words were vague, it was clear that something was amiss in this part of the imperial city of Luoyang.

As the current head of the Mi family in Xuzhou, Mi Zhu was shocked after hearing this, his expression complex, and he didn't know what to do next.

Back in the courtyard, he told his second brother, Mi Fang, and his third sister, Mi Lan, about the matter.

All three siblings were involved in the Mi family's trade. Even the youngest sister was in charge of the household, having handled countless sums of money and managed many family affairs. She had seen all sorts of human nature, dangers, and treachery, yet she wouldn't be frightened by such a small matter. This was not something a family would do.

But now that this has happened, things have suddenly become a little strange.

"The General is not such a reckless person. Now that he has suddenly entered the capital, he must at least maintain his reputation for righteousness. Only half of the rumors circulating in the streets can be believed; the remaining ninety-five percent are probably just hearsay."

Among the group, the youngest sister, Mi Lan, remained calm and analyzed the situation with certainty.

Upon hearing this, the second brother, Mi Fang, nodded frantically and said, "That must be it. Who is the General? Even if he really wanted to usurp the throne, he wouldn't choose the present moment. That would be too stupid."

The prestige of the Han Dynasty remains strong. If this is the time to carry out this treasonous act, the Yuan family, which has held high office for four generations, as well as the clans throughout the land, including those who are loyal to the Han Dynasty, will most likely not agree.

Moreover, the general is a member of the Liu family clan, so why make things so badly?

If he truly has this intention, he can simply wait for the right opportunity; after all, the general is still quite young.

The tapping sound gradually faded away, and these words naturally represented the thoughts of the vast majority of people.

Yes, that's right.

Finally, the elder brother Mi Zhu nodded slightly, his initial panic subsiding. He regained his composure and calmly analyzed the situation, ultimately deciding to proceed with the original plan to visit the elder brother. This was the only way.

They might be able to profit greatly from this, and even gain greater benefits in the future.

When others fear me, I advance; when others advance, I retreat. This is why the Mi family has been able to become a prominent merchant family in Xuzhou in a short period of time, second only to the Chen family. This kind of boldness and decisiveness is not something that everyone can possess.

Half a day later, an invitation quickly arrived in Liu Hong's hands. It was sent from the General's Mansion outside the palace, which shows that there are still one or two people in the Mi family who put their heart into it.

Liu Hong, a member of the Mi family in Xuzhou, looked at the invitation with a faint smile on his face, but he was thinking of that woman from the Mi family.

Unfortunately, this woman's status was not high enough. She was barely qualified to be his concubine, but she was not a suitable match for his son Liu De's principal wife. Her status as a businesswoman alone made it impossible from the beginning.

As for Liu Xuande's current marriage, Liu Hong already has a target in mind: either a woman from the Yuan family or a woman from the Yang family.

Despite the prestigious title of "four generations of high-ranking officials," Liu Hong paid little attention to it.

But in the hearts of people all over the world, there are countless people who recognize this title.

In order for the Liu family of Youzhou to truly live up to their name in this world, not only the father, but also the son, must make sacrifices. This is what it means for father and son to be of one mind and their strength can break metal. Otherwise, wouldn't it be a waste of the father's resources and not the son's? What kind of logic is that?

There's no way to get past Liu Hong alone.

"It seems the General has good news."

Jia Xu chuckled and said from the side.

Liu Hong glanced at him and then entrusted the matter to him.

It just so happens that the business channels of the Mi family in Xuzhou are something that the Liu family lacks. With their participation and the expansion of these channels, the money earned by the Liu family in Youzhou will likely reach a new level. Liu Hong is naturally very happy about this.

"Your subordinate obeys."

Jia Xu smiled faintly, but the way he looked at Liu Hong before leaving was rather strange.

However, Liu Hong didn't care much. A real man has no shortage of wives, especially one of his noble status who already had countless wives and concubines. No one would nitpick his mistakes on such a trivial matter. Even his enemies wouldn't attack him on this aspect.

"No ruthlessness, no true man." If Liu Hong didn't even have this much ruthlessness, he wouldn't deserve to sit in the position of Grand General today.

Jia Xu left the palace, carrying Liu Hong's warrant, and soon returned to the General's Mansion, where he met with the Mi brothers.

As for Mi Lan, she is currently still a woman confined to the inner quarters, so it is inappropriate for her to meet with men outside the household. Even if she were to meet them, it would be done behind a curtain. Even so, it would still be against etiquette. As for anything else, there is no need to think about it further.

"The Mi family of Xuzhou has come today. My general's mansion is busy with political affairs and has failed to give you a proper welcome. Please forgive us."

Jia Xu smiled slightly, bowed, and showed no trace of the arrogance often associated with people from the General's mansion.