The Most Romantic of the Three Kingdoms

Second more.

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Xun You asked Xun Zhen how he planned to deal with the third clan. There were no outsiders at the moment, and Wenpin, Dong Xi, etc. present were all his own. Xun Zhen told the truth and explained his plans again.

Wen Ping was originally leading the way, but at this time he followed Xun Zhen's horse. After listening, he patted the saddle and said, "That's how it should be!" He was still a young man after all. There is revenge, there is grievance and complaint, otherwise, there will be no fight with Gao Su's anger. He said: "Such a **** dares to offend the king's tiger beard, not cutting it off is not enough to dispel hatred."

Xun You did not object. However, his focus is different from that of the clerk.

Wenpin was annoyed that the third clan offended Xun Zhen, while he hated the third clan's "killing officials and disabled people".

He said: "People in the world say that Yingchuan is light-hearted. When Kou Xun was the prefect of Yingchuan, he said to Emperor Guangwu: 'You should station it with elite troops. Comment? Taiban is because there are so many cunning and tyrannical families in the county.

"These are cunning and tyrannical, relying on the bravery of ordinary people, recruiting assassins, gathering dead men, without half the life of Qing Lun, with the body of commoners, they actually compete with the officials, mutilate the people, hide themselves and die, break the law and even assassinate the officials. , Undisciplined, this is what Taishi Gong called 'the disciples of drama Meng and Guo Jie'. My Yingchuan folk customs are all corrupted in the hands of the other generation, and the clear name of my Yingchuan is also corrupted by the other generation!

"Zhenzhi, this generation's name is Qianshou, is actually a thief of the people, and the crime is hard to bear. The "Book" says: 'Removal of evil is the foundation'. You plan to kill them all and uproot them. I very much agree." Xun You was deeply impressed. Influenced by Confucianism, they are disgusted with the tyrannical and light chivalrous people, believing that they violate the law and discipline, are brave and ruthless, disturb the social order, corrupt the customs of the people, and detrimental to the stability of the rule. ——This is also a consensus of the Xun clan. Most of the Xuns in Gaoyang think this way, and treat rangers and tyrants in this way.

Xun Zhen understood Xun You's temper. Xun You quoted the "Book of History" as saying "the root of eliminating evil", these four words are actually very suitable for his character, he is a person who does everything to eliminate evil. Xun Zhen embraced Xu Xing and said, "Yeah, I thought so too, so I decided to leave them alone for the time being. After collecting enough evidence, I would launch a thunderous strike to catch all the nets and kill the people."

"Have you collected enough evidence?"

"I have collected some, but not enough to kill their clan."

Most of Yingchuan scholars were not vulgar Confucians, and most of them also studied the law. Xun You had also studied the law. He pinched his fingers and calculated, and said, "Clan execution is the heaviest punishment. There are not many crimes that are qualified to use this punishment, and there is only one crime of immorality."

"Impossible", that is, "unreasonable" behavior, covers a wide range, including political aspects, such as: "conspiracy to rebel", "slander the emperor", "slander politics", "follow the left way to disrupt the government" " etc.; human relations, such as "the younger brother and the stepmother were in turmoil, and they killed the elder brother together, but they knew nothing about it", "killed the innocent family of three people" and so on.

"And not all sins of immorality are clan executions. Those who deserve to be executed by clans are also rebels and leftists." Xun You pondered for a moment, and then said, "The third clan is strong and powerful, no matter how daring you are, you will never rebel. The rest of Zuo Dao? It's also difficult...., Zhenzhi, I'm afraid it will be difficult for you to kill his clan."

Xun Zhen also knew it was difficult. In fact, based on the evidence he has collected so far, although it is not enough to kill his clan, it is enough to kill ten people and eight people and arrest twenty or thirty people. However, according to the results of Xu Zhong's investigation, there were nearly a hundred people in the third clan, and only ten or eight people were killed, and 20 or 30 people were arrested, which was far from his goal of "killing the grass and eradicating the roots". ——He doesn't want to leave a hidden danger for himself, so he has been thinking about it carefully these days. Hearing Xun You's question at this time, he did not hide it, and said frankly: "I also know that it is difficult to find. ... However, 'difficult to find' and 'not to do' are two different things."

Xun You held Che Shi in his hand, savored the meaning of his words for a while, stared at him with burning eyes, and asked, "What do you mean by this?"

"I have an idea, I just don't know if it will work or not."

"tell me the story."

"I want to take down one or two guests from his house first as a breakthrough."

"Oh?"

Xun Zhen said calmly: "Arrested and imprisoned, tortured severely. Under Miki, there will be something to gain."

Xun You was silent. He heard what Xun Zhen meant, what was "torture"? What is a "must have"? It was clear that he wanted to use severe punishment to persecute the third clan's guests to falsely accuse his master. Xun You was not a rotten Confucian, he knew that to do extraordinary things, he had to use extraordinary means. It wasn't that Xun Zhen's decision was unacceptable, but he couldn't accept Xun Zhen's calm attitude all of a sudden.

——Even the uncrowned boy knows that this kind of thing that uses severe punishment to persecute guests to falsely accuse their master is not acceptable. However, Xun Zhen did not shy away from it at all, and said it "very calmly", as if Like talking about a trivial thing, the contrast is too great. After hesitating for a while, he decided not to dwell on this section for the time being, and said, "Having said that, but you are a villager, you are not a wanderer, and you have no right to take people or torture them. How do you act?"

"Actually, I wanted to start with the guests of the Third Clan, and that's why I didn't do it these days. I don't have a lot of friendship with the villagers, but I let him go when I rescued Liu Zhuang last time. Some credit to him. After I came to the village, he spent most of the time patrolling the pavilions. The last time I saw him, it was just a quick meeting. I didn't talk deeply. Opinion. If I rashly tell me, if he is afraid of the third clan and sells me, wouldn’t it make people laugh?”

"Then what are you going to do?"

"I want to leave this matter to Fanyangting."

"Fanyang Pavilion?"

"Du Mai, the head of Fanyang Pavilion, and Chen Bao, who beg the thief, are all my old friends. It is expected that they will not refuse me, nor will they inform the Third Clan."

"That's a way."

Wen Pin interjected and asked: "Xun Jun has this intention, why did he not move?" He didn't care at all that Xun Zhen planned to "falsely accuse the third clan".

"For two reasons."

"Which two?"

"One is the difficulty: Fanyangting can't manage the third clan. If Fanyangting wants to take people, you have to find a way to lead the third clan's guests into the Fanyangting world, so that you can take people."

"..., this is indeed a difficulty."

"It is not difficult to say it is difficult. The young chivalrous people in the countryside know each other well. I have already asked if some light chivalrous men in Fanyang Pavilion, such as the Big and Small Su brothers, or some heroic youths in the adjacent pavilion, such as Jiang Qin , Gao Jia, Gao Bing, etc., many of them know the clansmen and guests of the third clan. It is not difficult to lure one or two people to come through them to set up a game, or invite a banquet and drink, or gamble for money."

Wen Pin couldn't understand it. It was Xun Zhen who said it was difficult, and Xun Zhen who said it was not difficult. What does this mean? He asked, "If that's the case, why is it difficult?"

"It's hard to lure someone into the game."

"Then who should be lured into the game?"

"I hadn't thought about it before, but it's been decided now."

Wen Pin asked, "Who decides who?"

Xun You guessed what Xun Zhen meant and asked, "But the 'bad guest' who came to send the invitation just now?"

Xun Zhen laughed and said: "The one who knows me, Gongda Ye. The evil guest who sent the invitation just now is named Hu / Ping. The last time he apologized to me in the third Lanlai Temple was this Hu / Ping's entourage. ; This time, he came to send the invitation again. It can be seen that he must be a valuable person in the third clan's family, and he is the right-hand man of the third clan. From this, we can see that this person must know many secrets of the third clan. ..., is a suitable candidate."

"As you said, the candidates have been selected, can you start right away?"

"otherwise."

"Why?"

"I just said that there are two reasons, so I haven't done it yet. One reason is the choice, and the other is the timing."

"opportunity?"

"The third clan has dominated the township for more than a hundred years, and they are not fools. As soon as Fanyangting makes a move, they will probably think of me, although they will not guess that I want to kill their clan at first, and they may mistake me for me. I just want to teach them a lesson, in order to avenge Wenqian's robbery, but no matter what, they will 100% find my door, or come in person, or ask someone to intercede. …, Zhongye, you said that At that time, should I let people go, or not?"

Wen Pin thought about it and replied, "It's not good to let it go or not to let it go."

"Why?"

"If you let it go like this, all previous efforts will be lost. If you don't let it go, it is very likely that the Third Clan will be vigilant."

"That's right. So if the timing is bad, then I'll be in a dilemma about whether to put it or not."

"So, when does Xun Jun plan to put this 'time'?"

Xun Zhen turned to look at Xun You, Xun You was also looking at him, and the two smiled at each other for the second time. Xun You said leisurely, "This 'time' is the day before Zhengdan." Xun Zhen laughed.

Wenpin didn't understand and asked, "Why?"

"On the day of Zhengdan, Zhenzhi was going to go back to the county. After returning to the county, he made any excuses, such as being ill and taking a few days off, but not returning to his hometown for the time being, so the third clan wanted to plead for the guests. I can't!"

Wen Pin asked Xun Zhen, "Xun Jun, is that so?"

Xun Zhen smiled and said nothing.

Xun You sighed: "Zhenzhi, you and I have known each other since childhood, and I have been studying with me for ten years from my father's house. I thought I knew you very well, but I only know today, but I still don't know you well enough."

"How to say?"

"Using torture to force a guest to falsely accuse his master is a serious crime. If you are known, you will be dismissed from your post, and if you are serious, you will be submissive to the law. Even if ordinary people have this intention, I am afraid that they will be hidden from time to time, lest people know, but you ride your horse calmly and calmly. To speak bluntly is like taking things lightly. I don't know if I should say you are brave, or should I say you are a traitor? In this respect, I am not as good as you."

"Traitor?"

Xun Zhen laughed in surprise, and said: "Cao Mengden was filial and honest in his twenties, except for the lieutenant of the northern part of Luoyang, he built five-colored sticks, never shy away from the powerful, and killed Jianshuo's uncle of Xiaohuangmen. Following the order of Qiandunqiu, I was conscripted again this year because of the ancient language. I was crowned last year, and I was the pavilion chief in September this year. Now I am a township with rank. How can I compare with him? I can't take Xu Zijiang's evaluation."

Cao Cao was appreciated by Qiao Xuan in his early years, he followed his advice and went to Runan to visit Xu Shao, and was appraised as "a son, a capable minister in governing the world, a traitor in troubled times". This story has not only been passed down through the ages, but it has also been known by many people at that time.

Xun You said: "The reason why people are able to do things is to look at fortunes and see their original intentions. If you are not in good luck, your original intentions are enough."

"Appreciate further details."

"After Cao Mengde's eunuch, with the shadow of his ancestors and fathers, he was only able to be honored as a filial piety and incorruptible at twenty, and he was expelled from Luoyang Northern Lieutenant. You just don't have this opportunity. Judging from your actions today, if you have such a chance, you are afraid that the same will be the case. It will make 'the capital keep track, and there will be no offenders'."

Xun Zhen said in his heart, "Gongda also thinks highly of me."

He really felt that he couldn't afford this evaluation, and he didn't want to continue talking. He changed the subject and said with a smile, "It's a big sin to force a guest to falsely accuse the owner. , I have known each other since childhood, and Zhongye is my junior and brother-in-law. Would you still sell me? I can't afford the comment of 'treacherous'.... If I am a traitor, you are a capable minister. I I might have the guts, but when it comes to resourcefulness, I'm not as good as you."

He asked Xun You, "I know Gongda's wisdom. Let me ask you a question. Do you think this plan is feasible?"

"feasible."

"Okay! Since you think it's feasible, then it's feasible."

Wen Pin just heard him say, "Zhongye is my junior brother and brother, and my brother is in love", his eyes lit up and he was very moved, thinking: "Xun Jun has the kindness of recommending me, and now treat me with siblings, how can I No report?" Then he said positively: "Xunjun, as you said, there are quite a few members of the third clan, and when the whole clan is arrested, they are afraid that there will be danger. When that time comes, tell me, and I will bring people with me. Come help."

Xun Zhen smiled and thought: "Although I intend to use the method of false accusation, this is also a business, how can I use you?"

Everyone returned to the official temple.

Wen Pin and Xun You sat in the bamboo forest for a long time. On the way back, the wind blew all the way, and they were both frozen. In addition, Xun Zhen was preparing the clan to kill the third clan. Before he finished speaking, he left in no hurry, and followed Xun Zhen to the front courtyard and sat down. Xun Zhen took out the tea leaves she treasured and brewed them for them to drink.

Wenpin can't drink. Xun You had known this hobby for a long time, and he had also drank it with him. At first, he was very uncomfortable with it, but now he can drink a little. After drinking a few bowls of tea, a few people talked for a while, seeing that twilight was approaching, it was getting late, and it was impossible not to leave, so they said goodbye and left.

Xun Zhen turned back to the backyard, Tang Er had washed her clothes early and was cooking in the kitchen. He rolled up his sleeves, and didn't care about his identity, he helped out. Tanger had no choice but to drive him away. The two chatted and laughed happily. ——I don’t know why every time I look at Tang Er now, Xun Zhen can’t help but think of Maid Chi.

When the meal was almost ready, Xu Zhong, Cheng Yan, Xiao Xia, and Xiao Ren came back one after another.

Xun Zhen came out of the hospital, washed her hands by the well, and invited them to come and sit in the room. First, I asked them about their harvest today, and it was similar to the previous days. Most of the things they collected were evil things such as third-party feudalism and forcing debts. After Xun Zhen wrote it down, he told them his family's plan, and ordered Xu Zhong and Cheng Yan to go to Fanyang Pavilion tomorrow, and told Du Mai and Chen Bao to make them act according to their plan.

"Du Mai and Chen Bao are afraid that they will not be able to command the big and small Su brothers, Jiang Qin, Gao Jia, and Gao Bing. Junqing, you are temporarily staying in Fanyang for the past few days to preside over this matter. Well, there is only one thing, you have to be cautious."

"Which point?"

"When Hu / Ping is taken down by you, the third clan can't find me, and it is very likely that they will come hard. You have to be careful that they will rob people. It is best to find a few more people to live in the pavilion, just in case. ."

Xu Zhong replied respectfully, "Yes."

Xun Zhen looked around at the people, it was dusk outside, the interior was dim and unclear, and everyone had different expressions.

Cheng Yan could not stop scratching the scars on his face because he was nervous. Xiao Xia and Xiao Ren were a little restless, not sure if it was excitement or fear. Xu Zhong covered his face and couldn't see his expression. Judging from his motionless sitting posture, he was the most calm one among the others.

"The third clan has tyrannized the village, and all the villagers have been unable to rule. Ayan said that they have also assassinated officials. Now that we are going to attack his family, the consequences may be serious, and it may lead to their crazy counterattack." Xun Zhen paused and asked ~www.wuxiaspot.com~ Are you afraid? "

Xu Zhong's voice was calm, and he said in a low voice, "Although the third clan tyrannizes the village, in my eyes, destroying his clan is like killing a dog."

Cheng Yan has never done such a thing. In terms of strength, he may be stronger than Xu Zhong, Xiao Xia, and Xiao Ren, but he is inferior to courage. However, he was not afraid, and said, "The life of the villain has been handed over to Xun Jun. Xunjun is not afraid, and the villain is not afraid either."

Xiao Xia and Xiao Ren were originally country chivalrous men, but they were still angry, and they were not afraid, and said, "If you want to kill officials, then the group of thieves from Jia County also killed the pavilion chief and begged for thieves, and they were also destroyed by Xun Jun? Thirdly? What is there to be afraid of!"

Xun Zhen smiled, pulled out the saber, stuck it on the ground before the collapse, sat upright, held down the hilt of the saber, looked at everyone with bright eyes, and said, "The success or failure of the matter depends entirely on how you spend these days. What you want to do. If things can be accomplished, within ten days, there will be no third clan in this world!"

Strange to say, the last time he attacked the thief, although he appeared calm, he was actually quite uneasy, but this time he killed the third clan, but he did not feel the slightest abnormality. He pondered: "Could it be that I am really like what Gongda said, a person with courage?" No matter how he thought about it, he felt that he was not like him. After thinking for a while, he managed to find a plausible explanation, "Maybe it was because of the last time. Fighting thieves, I have grown daring, or maybe it's because I know that the third clan is a thorny bush on my way to gather the crowd, and it must be eradicated, so I can be so indifferent?"

- People are constantly growing.

More than three months ago, when Xun Zhen first arrived at Fanyang Pavilion, he received all kinds of things. Although the city was deep, and although there were elements of contrived and charitable things, he still showed his true colors. He was still a person who had just stepped out of the "ivory tower". He is a "scholar", but today, after he has ruled the people and killed thieves, his character has begun to change without knowing it, or it can be said that he has begun to grow without knowing it.