On the occasion of rebirth Zhou Sui

Chapter 196 Entering the Palace at Night

There were four nobles in power in the court. Gao Jun and Yang Yong were both the son-in-law and the son-in-law, so they were undoubtedly the staunch supporters of the prince.

Su Wei did not dare to participate in Yang Jian's plan to usurp the throne, and in Yang Guang's view, it was even less possible to intervene in the struggle for the right to inherit the throne. Although Su Wei had a friendly relationship with Gao Qiao, he was not Gao Qiao's party.

Yu Qing was recommended by Gao Qing. The two had a deep friendship, so it would be difficult for him to be his helper.

Among the four nobles, only Yang Su has the possibility of being won over.

After all, Yang Guang witnessed the dispute between Yang Su and Yu Qingze at the celebration banquet of the Jin Palace last year, and knew that Yang Su, Gao Jun, Yu Qingze and others were not the same people.

After the Chen Dynasty was destroyed last year, Yang Guang and Yang Jian held a celebration banquet at the Jin Palace. Yang Jian praised:

"Gao Xuan pacified the south of the Yangtze River, and Yu Qing conquered the Turks and made outstanding achievements."

Yu Qing once sent an envoy to the Eastern Turks and forced Shabolu Khan to take pictures and kneel down to accept the decree and profess his vassalage to the Sui Dynasty. Only then did he say that he surrendered to the Turks.

But Yang Su said:

'The achievements of both of them are due to His Majesty's mighty virtue.'

Yu Qingze was dissatisfied:

"Yang Su sent troops to Wulao and Xiashi. If it hadn't been for Your Majesty's mighty power, there would have been no way to defeat the enemy."

The two immediately exposed each other's shortcomings. If Yang Jian had not intervened, it would have been difficult for them to reconcile.

When Yang Su came in today, Yu Qingze, who was worshiped as General Youwuhou, snorted coldly.

Although Yang Xuangan once served in the Yang Guang shogunate, Yang Guang had little contact with Yang Su and their friendship was not deep. He looked at Cui Che who was joking with Yang Su and had an idea in his mind.

Cui Che was not afraid to show his friendship with Yang Su's family in front of the emperor.

Yang Su, Cui Che, He Ruobi, Han Qinhu, and Shi Wansui are collectively known as the five famous generals in the world.

As for He Ruobi and Shi Wansui, they were both recommended by Gao Jiong and became the crown prince.

The friendship between Cui Che and Yang Su is also something Yang Jian likes to see.

It is difficult to be a prince, but it is even more difficult to be a prince for the master of Xiongchai.

A few years ago, Gao De from Luoyang came forward, hoping that Yang Jian would give way to the crown prince Yang Yong. Although it was later found out that it was not Yang Yong's order and had nothing to do with the other princes, Yang Jian was still worried that Yang Yong had a sword hidden in his filial piety. How could he not

Be on guard.

It was precisely because Yang Su had seen through this that he openly choked at last year's celebration banquet and drew a clear line with Gao Jun, Yu Qingze, He Ruobi, Shi Wansui and others.

Yang Jian could let Cui Che and Yang Su interact, but if they were friendly with Gao Jong and supported the prince together, Yang Jian would not even be able to sleep well.

Today, when the five famous generals gathered together, no one turned their noses up and said they wanted to set the order of priority for Yang Su, Cui Che and others.

Previously, in order to compete for credit, He Ruobi and Han Qinhu drew swords against each other. If they were to rank the five, I'm afraid there would be bloodshed during the Lantern Festival.

Cui Che also noticed the strong man who followed He Ruobi into the palace. Yang Guang came over at some point and introduced Cui Che:

"This is Song Guogong (He Ruobi) loving the future and protecting his children."

Cui Che nodded when he heard this and thought: So he is here to protect the child.

Then he looked at Yang Guang doubtfully:

"Your Highness is familiar with him?"

Yang Guang chuckled and said:

"I met him several times during the expedition against Chen. He is a brave general."

Lai Hu'er was originally a native of Nanyang. His great-grandfather moved to Guangling (now Yangzhou, Jiangsu). He grew up in the north of the Yangtze River and had excellent water skills.

In the first year of Emperor Kaihuang's reign, He Ruobi left the town of Guangling and served as the general manager of Wuzhou to prepare for the attack on Chen. He came to protect his son and joined the army. He often crossed the river to investigate for news and made many achievements.

Recognized by He Ruobi, he was awarded the rank of Grand Governor of the sixth rank for his merits. He was also promoted to the third rank of Yitong of the fifth rank for defeating the invading Chen army.

After destroying Chen, Lai Hu'er was promoted from the third rank to the third rank and opened the mansion with the third division.

In just ten years, he rose from a humble position to a high position in the third rank, which can be said to be a prosperous official career.

Recalling that Lai Huer was treated with unparalleled courtesy during his stay in Yang Guang, Cui Che had to suspect that Yang Guang had established contact with Lai Huer as early as during the campaign against Chen.

Lai Huer relies on the prince's party and secretly interacts with Jin Wang Yang Guang. If he doesn't get promoted, who will get promoted?

Cui Che also immediately stopped trying to win over him.

"Your Highness must have something to say to me."

Cui Che said softly.

He had known Yang Guang for ten years, but he didn't believe that he would come here to tell him the identity of the nurse.

Yang Guang glanced around, Cui Che understood and said no more.

After the banquet in the palace, Cui Che sent his family back to Yanguo Mansion, and turned to meet Yang Guang at Jinwang Mansion.

Passing by a garden, Cui Che saw Princess Jin who was admiring the moon alone in the pavilion, but he didn't stop much.

The furnishings in Prince Jin's Mansion were still simple. Cui Che was ushered into the wing, and Yang Guang had been waiting for a long time.

Without Yang Guang's greeting, Cui Che sat across from him and took a teapot to pour himself tea to sober up.

After putting down the cup, Cui Che asked:

"What on earth is going on?"

Yang Guang has a close relationship with Cui Che, and he did not beat around the bush and spoke directly from his heart:

"I have been in the vassal territory for a long time and have had little contact with the ministers in the capital. Now that Zicheng has entered the court as an official, I hope you can contact the ministers secretly for me."

Cui Che said without thinking:

"But the Duke of Yue (Yang Su)?"

Yang Guang smiled and said:

"My parents are the ones who gave birth to me, and I am the one who knows me, Zicheng!"

Cui Che muttered:

"The prince has fallen out of love for a long time, and His Highness is famous for his benevolence and filial piety. This is known to everyone in the world, how could Yang Su not hear about it.

"Although there are four nobles in the court, Gao Jiong is the most noble. He has the trust of the saints and his followers are all over the government and the public. It is said that all the ministers stand side by side, but in fact Gao Jiong is the only one.

"Yang Su had great ambitions and did not want to live under a high official for a long time. Last year, he had a fight with Yu Qingze. I'm afraid it was not a coincidence, but it must have deep meaning.

"And Gao Jun relies on Dong Gong. If Dong Gong succeeds to the throne, it will be difficult for Yang Su to compete with him."

"Your Highness is loved by the Second Holy Palace and has made great contributions to the country. The only one who can help Yang Su become a most popular minister is Your Highness.

"Your Highness wants to beg Yang Su today. Don't you know that maybe Yang Su looks forward to the king, just as he looks forward to the rain after a long drought?"

Yang Guangguang was so happy that he took Cui Che's hand and praised:

"Listening to Zicheng's words, I suddenly became enlightened. If Zicheng can plan for me, even if the prince is assisted by Gao Jiong, what do I have to fear?"

Cui Che chuckled and said:

"Deposing the crown prince is a major matter for the country.

“Driving a wedge between father and son cannot be accomplished overnight.

"The only thing your Highness wants to care about is the favor of the two saints. As for contacting the Duke of Yue, Che is willing to do it for the king."

It was decided that Cui Che would win over Yang Su on his behalf, and Cui Che resigned from Yang Guang.

Yang Guang wanted to send Cui Che out of the house, but Cui Che declined:

"Please, Your Majesty, please stop and don't worry about alarming the East Palace."

Yang Guang then sat back down.

Cui Che left the wing and passed by the garden again. Princess Jin was still sitting in the pavilion.

"Mr. Yan is going back?"

Apparently, Princess Jin also saw Cui Che before.

Cui Che replied:

"The matter has been agreed. It is inconvenient to stay for a long time."

Princess Jin sighed:

"Tomorrow I will go to Jinyang with the king. I am afraid that we will be away for another year and a half. I will have to worry about everything in the capital for the king."

Three more chapters to go

(End of chapter)