Chapter 264 The fastest and most effective way to establish authority is to massacre the city

All the generals gathered at the prime minister's residence. They looked at each other in confusion, not knowing what big event had happened that was worth stopping the activities to reward the soldiers.

However, looking at Dong Zhuo sitting in the main seat, even the most unruly generals could not help but lower their heads and obey his orders.

"Wenyou, are you saying that the situation we are in is not as good as I imagined?"

"good."

Dong Zhuo frowned. After dealing with the remnants of He Jin, he also summarized the reasons for He Jin's failure. He Jin blindly suppressed the scholars and lost their support. He was like a rat crossing the street. Being hated by people and dogs was the least of his worries. Therefore, he waved his hand and not only restored the officials who were oppressed by He Jin, but also cancelled all the policies that were unfavorable to the gentry. He even launched a campaign against famous scholars headed by "Cai Yong" in the name of the prime minister.

Facing the officials in the court, he pardoned Gai Xun for his offense and rebellion. He also appointed Wu Qiong as the captain of the city gate and Zhou Bi as the minister of state, asking them to recommend talented and frustrated people. He also adopted the advice of Wu Qiong and Zhou Bi and appointed Han Fu, the governor of Jizhou, as the governor of Jizhou, Liu Dai, the attendant, as the governor of Yanzhou, Kong Zhu, a native of Chenliu, as the governor of Yuzhou, Zhang Miao, a native of Dongping, as the prefect of Chenliu, and Yuan Shao, the captain of the Sili, as the prefect of Bohai.

In this case, shouldn’t scholars all over the world thank him?

Since he has accomplished a great deed, it shouldn't be a problem for him to enjoy himself.

Why did Li Ru say that he was in danger?

It seems that he saw the doubts of Dong Zhuo and the generals.

Li Ru sighed
"Mingsir, gentlemen, please listen to me. Do you know what Liu Xuande did?"

Hua Xiong replied without hesitation

"I've heard of him. Isn't he the most powerful general in Xiliang? I really want to meet him!"

As soon as he finished speaking, Hua Xiong found that the generals were looking at him with strange eyes. He touched his head and asked in confusion:
"What did someone say wrong?"

Dong Min hurried out to smooth things over

"Captain Hua, let's hear what Wenyou has to say."

"Oh." Hua Xiong stepped back.

Li Ru took over the conversation, "Liu Xuande went to Jincheng to take up his post. Along the way, he spoke up for the people of Guizhou and expressed their discontent. When he governed Jingzhou, he not only quelled the banditry in Jingzhou, but also reduced the land tax, rented mules and horses, reclaimed wasteland, and fought against those who oppressed the people of Guizhou. This encroachment on the power of the gentry did not only not complain, but even helped them with all their might."

"If Liu Xuande was a modest gentleman like Liu Junlang, it would be easy to deal with."

"It just so happens that Liu Xuande is a knight-errant with a fiery temper. If the news that we have plundered and killed the people of Guizhou reaches Liu Xuande's ears, or if the nobles in the court are colluding with him, even the soldiers of Jingzhou will make us suffer."

After hearing this, even Hua Xiong, who was full of muscles, understood what Li Ru meant. He was afraid of Liu Xuande!
he asked

"Mr. Wenyou, is it possible that a person would choke to death on millet? Prime Minister Dong is your majesty's grandfather. If Liu Xuande sends troops here, it means that he does not take the emperor seriously. Besides, what's so strange about plundering the people? It's really ridiculous to use this as an excuse!"

"!"

Hua Xiong's speech made Xu Rong, Li Jue, Guo Si and others present look up to him. They never expected that Hua Xiong expressed their thoughts. Yes, is there anything wrong with plundering the people? And who can guarantee that they have not plundered the people?
"Wait a minute. Let me think about it."

Dong Zhuo rubbed his temple.
"Wenyou, what should we do about the princes in Guandong? Are their threats not as great as those of Liu Xuande? Will Liu Xuande send troops for the common people? Wu Ban and the Prince of Chenliu are dead, and the emperor is in my hands. Why should I be afraid of Liu Xuande?"

"Why not, Prime Minister Dong, there is something fishy about the Prince of Chenliu. The princes of Guandong are just for show and not worth worrying about. Liu Xuande has a strong army and many of his subordinates are veteran soldiers who are good at fighting. What's more, his brother Zhang Yide is the captain of the Qiang Guard, and Jia Wenhe is helping him. If Zhang Yide leads his troops south, Liu Bei will take the opportunity to advance north and attack us from both sides. We will be in danger!"

"I wonder if Wenyou has any good ideas?"

"We should send a general to Chang'an to block the main road from Liangzhou to the Central Plains, and then send an envoy to stabilize Liu Xuande and Zhang Yide with high positions and generous salaries, and use the excuse that the looting of the people was only done by the Xiongnu, Qiang and Hu soldiers, and that the grain and silk have been returned to the people. In this way, Liu Xuande will have no reason to send troops, recruit soldiers and store grain. We should first deal with the princes in Guandong, and then target Liu Xuande!"

"it is good!"

"Just as Fumiyu said!"

Dong Zhuo made the decision immediately.

The generals looked at each other in bewilderment. They respected Li Ru's intelligence, but at this moment, a general was suddenly transferred to Chang'an.
Although Chang'an was the capital of the former Han Dynasty, how could it be as comfortable as Luoyang?
Isn't it to exclude dissidents?

"Which general is willing to go?" Dong Zhuo asked.

Duan Wei stood up and said, "I'm willing to go!"

Dong Zhuo looked at Li Ru, and Li Ru nodded.

The generals cast grateful eyes at Duan Wei. This gentleman is a good man! Dong Zhuo, who was holding the beauty in his arms, had a gloomy face. Even if he held the beauty in his arms, he could not relieve the grief and anger in his heart. He had been the prime minister for several days. At this moment, he was in power and should be worshipped by the people of the world. However, the attitude of the scholars towards him did not improve much. On the surface, they respectfully called him Prime Minister Dong, but behind his back, who knows what dirty words they used to insult him!

Even the old man Cai Yong was annoying. He sent people to invite Cai Yong, but was refused visitors.

The same is true for most other scholars.

In the end, we can only resort to force and threaten them to submit.

Dong Zhuo glanced at the sword at his waist.

It seems that this thing is still useful!
"Report——"

A forbidden soldier hurried to report
"Reporting to Prime Minister Dong, all officials request to submit a petition."

"It doesn't matter who you write to, it's better to speak to me face to face."

Dong Zhuo let out a breath, pushed the beauty away and stood up.

"Let's go back to the Prime Minister's Mansion!"

"promise!"

Arriving at the Prime Minister's residence, Dong Zhuo looked at the ministers in the court. The ministers who were afraid of him before now stood up straight. Where was the Prime Minister Dong in their eyes? ! !
What was even more infuriating was that an official who was eight feet tall and handsome strode up to Dong Zhuo and bowed to him with great dignity.

Dong Zhuo looked at this person sideways and asked
"Who are you? What is your current position?"

"My last name is Raolong, my given name is Zong, and I am currently serving as the Imperial Censor. This time I am here for..."

Raolong Zong's voice was neither humble nor arrogant.

Dong Zhuo saw a completely different scene. His mind was filled with only one thought: This person is disrespectful to me!!!
If I continue like this, how can I have any prestige? !
As his thoughts wandered, Dong Zhuo's gaze towards Raolong Zong became more and more vicious, with a sarcastic expression on his face. His gaze gradually moved downwards, and when he saw the sword hanging on Raolong Zong's waist, his sarcasm turned into a sneer.

"Yeah"

He slammed the table hard. The sudden change shocked all the ministers and also stunned Raolong Zong, who was reporting the government orders. What happened?

"Raising the Dragon Sect! What crime have you committed? You came to see me without taking off your sword!"

"Come here, drag him away and beat him to death!"

The words "beaten to death" struck Raolong Zong's ears. He turned pale and stumbled back several steps. Why was he beaten to death for just wearing a sword? !

He shouted in panic: "Prime Minister Dong, I am wronged, I am wronged!"

However, it was too late to say anything now. The soldiers held down Rao Longzong's shoulders. Rao Longzong had to look at the officials present for help, but no one said anything.

Until the screams of Raolong Zong turned from shrill to weak and no longer heard, the ministers, who were all worried about their own safety, remained silent.

Dong Zhuo was filled with joy. When he left the prime minister's residence, even his steps were much lighter than before.

After returning to the house, Dong Zhuo called Dong Min and asked
"Shuying, why don't you see Wenyou?"

"Wenyou seems to have caught a cold recently and is staying home due to illness."

Dong Zhuo nodded to show that he understood. Thinking back to what happened in the Prime Minister's Mansion today, he tasted the satisfaction brought by authority, and a dark light flashed in his eyes.
"Shuying, I want to establish my authority. Which method do you think will be most effective?"

Dong Min thought without hesitation, "Of course it's a massacre of the city."

"Massacre. Where do you think it is?"

Dong Min thought about it, frowned, and said viciously
"There are many talented people in Yingchuan. If I remember correctly, Yingchuan Yangcheng has been very lively recently. They are celebrating the festival and good times. Don't you know why they openly oppose you and me? It's really hateful!"

"it is good."

In a room, just three words from two people can determine the fate of the people in a city.

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