Chapter 181: Divided Opinions
When it comes to bickering, Cao Cao and Chen Lin are no match for Xu You.

It’s not that they couldn’t win the debate, but that neither of them was as shameless as Xu You.

This is the reason why they say a gentleman deceives others with his own tricks.

Cao Cao at this moment is full of vigor and vitality, quite upright, and not so shameless yet.

It was also because Cao Cao still had some blood in his veins that he would draw his sword when he couldn't win an argument.

"stop!"

Yuan Shao spoke up in time to stop him: "Cao Cao! Let's discuss the matter. If you want to kill someone, you can kill the eunuchs!"

This is a rather serious criticism. Calling someone by their name is extremely disrespectful.

Cao Cao's face turned pale and he left angrily.

Seeing this, Chen Lin followed closely and said goodbye and left.

Outside Yuan’s house.

"Meng De! Meng De! Wait for me!"

Chen Lin ran and shouted breathlessly. He was a scholar and not good at martial arts, so it was really difficult for him to catch up with Cao Cao who was good at martial arts.

"Kong Zhang (Chen Lin's courtesy name), why did you come out?"

Cao Cao turned around and looked at the newcomer in surprise: "You can't stand Xu You's face?"

"This is a trivial matter." Chen Lin stepped forward, held Cao Cao's arm and said, "We'll talk while we walk."

The two men got on Cao Cao's carriage. Chen Lin was born in Hongyi, Guangling County. His family background was not as high as Cao Cao's, and he walked to work every day, so he didn't have any need for a carriage.

"Meng De, among all the people present here, you are the only one who has the same thoughts as me."

Chen Lin sighed, "If we invite foreign troops into Beijing, we could end up getting killed if we're not careful!"

In fact, Chen Lin looked down on Cao Cao from the bottom of his heart, but he was recommended and trusted by General He Jin, so naturally he wanted to help He Jin.

The position of chief clerk is quite powerful, similar to that of county Gongcao, and only a trusted person can take up the position.

As a member of the traditional aristocratic family, Chen Lin’s aristocratic moral character is impeccable.

However, Cao Cao's original intention for raising objections was different from Chen Lin's.

Cao Cao had no intention of considering He Jin. He thought that this matter was an unnecessary fuss.

Why complicate simple things?

It is easy for foreign troops to enter Beijing, but how to withdraw is a huge problem.

Moreover, under what pretext will the foreign troops enter Beijing? If this matter is not considered carefully, there will be chaos in the world.

"Kong Zhang, you are too kind." Cao Cao did not say what he was thinking. "The general is in charge of the five battalions of the Northern Army and the eight schools of the Western Garden. In addition to the general's troops, his forces are not afraid of foreign troops."

Chen Lin complained: "What nonsense is Meng De talking about?"

"What does the Northern Army's Fifth Battalion look like? Don't you know?"

"Dong Zhuo's foreign troops are constantly fighting. How can their elite strength be compared to the five battalions of the Northern Army?"

Cao Cao chuckled. Although Chen Lin did not mention the Eight Schools of Xiyuan, he could still hear the contempt in his words.

"Why did Chen Zhubu say that?"

Cao Cao said confidently: "I don't know how other people's armies are, but the troops under my command are no worse than Dong Zhuo's!"

Chen Lin lowered his head awkwardly, trying hard to hold back the curse that he wanted to say, "Fuck you, you're so awesome!"
"Let's put aside the facts." Chen Lin asked, "If the foreign army is not limited to Dong Zhuo, do you think you can still resist it?"

Chen Lin's tone made Cao Cao frown. Before he became the commander of the army, he had at least been a prime minister, which was equivalent to a county governor.

Chen Lin was a small county magistrate who was promoted to chief clerk. Why did he dare to question Cao Cao so loudly?
"Chen Zhubu!" Cao Cao was a little unhappy: "Not all foreign troops are traitors, you worry too much!"

Chen Lin naturally heard the dissatisfaction in Cao Cao's words and shouted, "Stop the car!"

Chen Lin got off the carriage, bowed to Cao Cao and said, "Tomorrow, even if I am alone, I will advise the general. So goodbye!"

Cao Cao was so angry that he said, "Chen Lin! You are not the only loyal minister in the world!"

Chen Lin did not look back, and the two parted ways.

...

The next day, Luoyang Imperial Palace.

He Miao came to see Empress Dowager He's mother, Lady Wuyang.

He Miao's real name was Zhu Miao, with the courtesy name Shuda. He changed his name to He Miao after his mother, Wuyang Jun, married He Zhen.

He and Empress Dowager He were both born to Lord Wuyang, and were half-siblings. He Jin and Empress Dowager He were half-siblings with the same father.

He Jin and He Miao are brothers without blood relationship.

Luoyang Nangong.

When He Miao met Lord Wuyang, he was surprised to find that the Ten Attendants were also present.

He Miao and his mother Wuyang Jun accepted bribes from various eunuchs many times. They were not unfamiliar with these people and were very familiar with them.

When they saw He Miao arriving, the Ten Eunuchs instantly became movie stars and started crying one by one.

Zhang Rang and Zhao Zhong talked about how much they paid to help the young emperor ascend to the throne.

The other eunuchs also began to talk about how much contribution they had made to the He family over the years.

He Miao and Wuyang Jun were not very smart people, and they just couldn't understand what the Ten Attendants were saying.

Wuyang Jun gave He Miao a look, and the latter stood up and asked, "Why did you ask mother to summon me here?"

The Ten Eunuchs looked at each other and pushed Zhang Rang and Zhao Zhong out to explain.

"The general wants to kill us!"

"We are all the Queen Mother's confidants. The general believed the lies of the nobles. If he kills us all, who will be able to work for the Queen Mother?"

"Who else can help the General of Chariots and Cavalry provide money and food?"

Zhao Zhong added in time: "Your birthday is coming soon, Lord Wuyang, and that's a huge expense!"

"Do you want to have a simple birthday without us helping you prepare?"

The previous words were useless, but the last few words were very effective. Before He Miao could speak, Wuyang Jun said, "The Queen Mother must not be kept in the dark about this matter!"

After saying this, Lord Wuyang got up and went to Beigong, ordering He Miao to find He Jin.

Empress Dowager He was in charge of the government and lived in the North Palace where the emperor usually lived.

The South Palace and the North Palace were seven miles apart, and walking was quite inconvenient, so Lord Wuyang ordered people to prepare a carriage and ride there.

This was an extremely presumptuous act, but the palace was full of eunuchs who were counting on Lord Wuyang for help, so they naturally would not report it.

Came to Beigong.

Wuyang Jun greeted Empress Dowager He and said, "The general wants to kill his trusted aides without authorization. This is his attempt to monopolize power and weaken the emperor!"

Upon hearing this, Empress Dowager He suspected that this was indeed the case.

Some eunuchs have been around the emperor for decades, and have been granted titles and favored by the emperor. Their collusion between the emperor and the outsiders is extremely strong.

Now, He Jin easily captured and killed Jian Shuo, the most powerful of the Ten Attendants.

Empress Dowager He couldn't help but wonder, if this continued, would she also be sidelined?

"Summon the general to the palace!"

...

The General's Mansion.

He Jin had just been given an important task and had always been wary of eunuchs. Although he had a great reputation, he was indecisive, so things could not be settled for a long time.

this day.

Yuan Shao and others also made plans for He Jin, and summoned many brave generals and heroes from all over the country, and ordered them to lead their troops to the capital to threaten Empress Dowager He.

He Jin agreed.

When Cao Cao heard Yuan Shao's plan, he deliberately laughed at him and said, "Eunuchs have always existed. But the rulers of this world are not good and use eunuchs to gain power and favor, which has led to this situation. If we want to punish the eunuchs, we should kill the main culprit. A jailer will be enough. Why do we need to summon Dong Zhuo?"

The news of General He's killing of eunuchs will inevitably be leaked.

I think this thing is going to fail.”

After Cao Cao finished speaking, Yuan Shao glared at Cao Cao fiercely. He didn't expect that this guy hadn't made enough trouble yesterday and was still causing trouble at this critical moment!

On the other side, General Chen Lin didn't care about that.

Although Chen Lin and Cao Cao had an unpleasant argument last night, this is a perfect time to form a united front.

So Chen Lin also advised, "The Book of Changes says, 'If you let a deer go, you can't catch it.' As the saying goes, 'Catch sparrows blindfolded.' Even a small thing cannot be deceived by success, let alone a national event, how can it be obtained by deception.

Now the general has supreme power and authority over the troops, and he is as majestic as a dragon and as powerful as a tiger. Whether he is high or low, it all depends on you.

This is like burning hair on a burning stove. What's the problem?
It is in accordance with the Tao, contrary to the classics, and is in accordance with the will of heaven and man.

Anti-abandonment weapons, seek external assistance.

The soldiers are assembled, and the strongest ones are the heroes. This is what is called turning the tables and giving others the handle. It will never accomplish anything, and will only serve as a stepping stone for chaos and evil. "

He Jin refused to listen to the long speech.

Yuan Shao just wanted to strike while the iron was hot and let He Jin make up his mind.

Unexpectedly, someone came to report that General He Miao came to visit.

"That's all for today." He Jin said to Yuan Shao, "I hope General Yuan will take the trouble to come up with a detailed plan."

Upon hearing this, Yuan Shao was overjoyed and took the order.

Cao Cao sighed, Chen Lin was helpless.

Half an hour later.

After He Jin had packed everything, he met He Miao.

He Jin is different from He Miao. He Jin is more idealistic and yearns for the gentry. All his behavioral codes are designed to be closer to the gentry.

That's why he kept thinking about killing the eunuchs without having his own ideas.

He Miao is different. He is very practical and will not help eunuchs unless he sees money.

If He Miao were to become the general, I'm afraid Empress Dowager He would not be able to sleep well at night.

When the two met, they didn't feel close like brothers who grew up together, but more like guests.

"Greetings, General." He Miao saluted with his fists clasped.

"General Chariot and Cavalry, there is no need to be so polite." He Jin smiled and held He Miao's arms: "We are brothers, why should we be so polite?"

He Miao curled his lips imperceptibly and said, "That's not what you said at the beginning!"

Otherwise, he wouldn't call him by his title instead of calling him Big Brother.

"General, I heard that you want to exterminate the eunuchs. Is this true?"

He Jin frowned and asked, "Who told you that?"

Unexpectedly, the conspiracy was known to others so quickly, and He Jin began to wonder who the traitor was.

"All the Ten Eunuchs know about it. Please ask Lord Wuyang for help as soon as possible."

He Miao said: "General, this cannot be done!"

"We came all the way from Nanyang. We were poor and humble, and only became rich and noble by relying on the eunuchs in the palace. The affairs of the state are not easy! The water that has been poured out cannot be taken back. We should think carefully and maintain friendship with the palace."

Gratitude!

He Jin also thought that this was the way it should be. How could one, after becoming rich and powerful, despise the people who had helped him get to the top because they were dirty?
He Miao didn't think too much about it and said bluntly: "Lord Wuyang has gone to see Queen Mother He."

"General, you should think more about how to explain it to the Queen Mother."

Unlike He Miao, He Jin was still very close to his sister, Empress Dowager He.

Just at this time, the people sent by Empress Dowager He arrived.

"General, the Queen Mother has summoned you to see her."

He Jin glanced at He Miao, straightened his clothes a little, and followed the envoy.

(End of this chapter)