Free Web NovelChapter 198: Save Cai Yong
Surely enough, when Wang Yun learned of this, he slammed his hands on the table, shouting angrily:
"Now that Dong Zhuo has been executed, all the people rejoice; who dares to cry for the tyrant Dong?!"
"Seize him!" he called out to the soldiers.
In an instant, the soldiers brought him in.
All the officials were astonished to see it!
It turned out that the person was none other than Cai Yong, the attendant.
Long Chen didn’t initially know that this person was Cai Yong, the father of Cai Yan.
He still maintained a bystander attitude, eating and drinking leisurely.
Long Chen didn’t know who this person was, but Wang Yun did!
So when he saw his former colleague Cai Yong, Wang Yun berated him:
"Dong Zhuo was a rebel against the world. His demise today is a great fortune for the country!"
"Since you are a minister of the Han, it’s forgivable if you don’t celebrate this event, but why would you cry for this rebel, why?!"
Cai Yong admitted his guilt, kneeling on the ground, and said:
"Although I am not talented, I understand righteousness. How could I betray my country and side with Dong Zhuo?"
"It’s just that for a moment, I remembered Dong Zhuo’s favor to me, and couldn’t help but cry for him."
"I also know that I have committed a great sin. I hope you gentlemen can forgive me!"
"If I can redeem myself by suffering punishment, and continue to contribute to the Han history, then it would be my fortune."
Long Chen’s wine glass trembled.
His starry eyes were also shocked, emitting a brilliant light!
What?! He calls himself Yong, isn’t he Cai Yong, the father of Cai Yan?!
Shaking his head, Long Chen remembered that Cai Yong had cried for Dong Zhuo in history.
Because when Dong Zhuo was in power, he forcibly summoned Cai Yong as a libationer.
Within three days, under Dong Zhuo’s support, Cai Yong held various positions such as Imperial Secretary, Supervisor of the Palace Writers, Minister of Works, Palace Attendant, and Left General of the Household.
He was titled the Marquis of Gaoyang and was known as "Cai Zhonglang." fгee𝑤ebɳoveɭ.cøm
But later, it was very tragic,
After Dong Zhuo was executed, Cai Yong was imprisoned for lamenting in front of Wang Yun and died in prison shortly afterward, at the age of sixty.
Isn’t it time for Cai Yong to be thrown into prison now?!!
Thinking that he had promised Cai Yan to reunite her with her father Cai Yong!
What if Cai Yong dies now, what should he do in the future...
Of course, this is just one reason why Long Chen wants to save Cai Yong!
The more important reason is Cai Yong’s influence and appeal among the noble families of the day.
If he could win over this person, it would be very beneficial for future development.
Whether it’s recruiting talents or stabilizing the domestic situation...
Cai Yong’s appeal and influence were quickly reflected by the officials.
On the hall, the officials sympathized with Cai Yong’s talent and tried their best to save him.
Grand Tutor Ma Rixi clasped his hands and advised:
"Master Bo (Cai Yong’s courtesy name) is a rare talent of the ages. If he can continue the Han history, it would be a great event."
"Moreover, he has always been filial, if he is killed rashly, we might lose the people’s trust."
Cai Yong was skilled in compiling historical books, he had participated in the continuation of the "Eastern Han Chronicles" and the engraving of the Xiping Stone Classics, he was indeed a great talent.
And Cai Yong’s filial piety was admired by the world and became a role model for everyone.
However, Wang Yun’s attitude was very tough.
He snorted coldly in response:
"In the past, Emperor Wu spared Sima Qian’s life, but later made him write the ’Records of the Grand Historian,’ which led to slanderous books spreading to future generations."
"Now that the country’s fortune is declining, the court is in chaos, we cannot allow a sycophant to hold the brush and influence the young monarch, causing us to be slandered."
Ma Rixi had nothing to say and retreated, whispering to the officials privately:
"Cai Yong is a rare talent of the ages, he knows a lot about the history of the Han Dynasty, he should be allowed to complete the historical books, which will be a great event of the generation."
"And the crime he committed is trivial, killing him would only make us lose the people’s hearts!"
From this, it can be seen that Wang Yun also has his own shortcomings, and he can’t tolerate any opposition.
Seeing Wang Yun’s firm attitude, Long Chen didn’t say much for a while.
It might be better to send his Jin Yiwei to rescue Cai Yong after he was imprisoned.
Then take him directly to Yangzhou Jiujian County.
At present, Wang Yun refused to listen to Ma Rixi’s words and ordered his subordinates to throw Cai Yong into prison.
For a moment, when they heard that Cai Yong had been thrown into prison by Wang Yun, everyone couldn’t help but shed tears.
However, on that night, the heavily guarded prison was unexpectedly breached by several black-clothed men, as if they were moving through an empty space.
And Cai Yong was also taken away by them...
After learning of this news, Wang Yun was furious and ordered his guards to investigate the matter.
And when Long Chen learned about it, the corners of his mouth lifted slightly unintentionally.
In his heart, he thought, "Jin Yiwei handles things, so I can rest assured!"
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Long Chen had tried to communicate with Wang Yun, wanting the garrison in Chang’an and the remaining remnants of Xiliang, such as Xu Rong and other famous generals, to return under his command.
But Wang Yun refused!
This made Long Chen somewhat unhappy.
After all, he had risked his life to save Wang Yun and reverse the situation!
However, after Wang Yun became a powerful minister, his desires clearly heightened!
He tightly grasped onto military power.
His attitude towards Long Chen also changed somewhat, with a hint of wariness in his eyes.
Long Chen couldn’t help but marvel at how terrifying power could be.
In the beginning, Dong Zhuo’s appearance changed drastically under the influence of power, and it seems Wang Yun is undergoing a similar transformation...
Seeing no progress in communication with Wang Yun,
Long Chen directly bribed the guards of Chang’an and the special third-tier soldiers guarding the emperor, the Imperial Guards.
It was inevitable. If he wanted to bring the emperor back to Yangzhou in the future, it would be extremely difficult with only his current force of three thousand elite soldiers.
He could only recruit soldiers and expand his own power!
With effort, the results were evident!
About twenty thousand Chang’an guards were now loyal to Long Chen, as well as one thousand Imperial Guards.
Since Long Chen returned from plundering Meiwo, he had enough money and provisions.
How could these soldiers not pledge allegiance to him?
Moreover, the civilian officials like Wang Yun were not proficient in military affairs, nor were they skilled in managing soldiers.
Long Chen directly sent his military adviser, Guo Jia, to handle these matters, which solved the problems easily.
In Long Chen’s mansion,
Long Chen and Guo Jia sat opposite each other, sharing a meal.
Seeing Long Chen’s worried expression, Guo Jia asked:
"My lord, what’s wrong today? Aren’t things going smoothly? Why do you look troubled?"
Seeing Guo Jia’s inquiry, Long Chen didn’t hide anything.
"Master Guo, what should we do next? I’ve noticed that Wang Yun, now that he holds significant power, isn’t paying much heed to what I say."
After a brief thought, Guo Jia smiled calmly, "My lord, don’t worry. I predict that Wang Yun will undoubtedly fall in the future! Even death due to his character is not impossible!"
At these words, a flash of insight crossed Long Chen’s eyes, and he continued to inquire, "Master Guo, what do you mean by that?"
Guo Jia waved his feather fan and said:
"For one, Wang Yun is too proud!"
"He is overly confident in his noble background and his position as Minister of Works, so he looks down on those military generals and soldiers! This is a sign of impending downfall!"
