Chapter 159 Checking the Genealogy
The next day, in the front hall of Weiyang Palace.
As all the ministers have gathered here, today's court meeting officially began.
Although Liu Xie was the emperor, overall, he lacked the emperor's majesty.
In comparison, Cao Cao, who was full of spring breeze, seemed even more imposing and suppressed the emperor's majesty.
After everyone was worshipping, Liu Xie looked at Lao Cao first and said slowly: "The Prime Minister broke through Xuzhou and defeated Yuan Shu and returned. I have a prime minister and the Han Dynasty can be stable. For this, I have a lot of rewards!"
Cao Cao raised his head, bowed with both hands, and said, "Thank you Your Majesty!"
Liu Xie’s so-called reward was nothing more than gold, silver and fine, and Cao Cao did not take it seriously.
"In addition, I have also heard that the Prime Minister brought back a person this time. Liu Bei's courtesy name is Xuande. He is a relative of the Han Dynasty after King Jing of Zhongshan, and is also a great hero. I have admired him for a long time. Can the Prime Minister invite me to meet me?" There was an unconcealable joy in Liu Xie's words.
They had met yesterday, but Liu Xie also seemed to want to see Liu Bei very much.
"Of course, this morning, I have brought Xuande and are in front of the palace to pass on Xuande in!"
Cao Cao had already known that Liu Xiehui was like this, but he smiled coldly in his heart.
Today he wants Liu Bei to fall from heaven to hell and never be reborn. He can also warn the emperor.
After hearing Cao Cao's words, an eunuch walked out of the front hall and soon he came back.
Liu Bei followed the eunuch, lowered his head respectfully, and finally stood beside Cao Cao, bowed and said loudly: "My minister Liu Bei, please see Your Majesty!"
"good!"
The more Liu Xie looked at Liu Bei, the more he felt liked it. He smiled and said, "Xuande is extraordinary and he is indeed a hero!"
Liu Bei bowed again and continued, "Thank you Your Majesty for the praise!"
"I have heard that the Prime Minister asked to check the genealogy to verify my relationship with Xuande, right?" Liu Xie asked as he looked at Cao Cao.
"That's right!"
Cao Cao nodded and said, "Prince Jing of Zhongshan has many descendants. By this time, it has been ten generations. Xuande was brought back to Xudu by me. Therefore, I have to be responsible for the royal bloodline and want to verify my identity."
After listening to Cao Cao's words, Liu Bei felt uneasy again.
"He really wants to help me?"
Liu Bei couldn't help but think, soon, he thought of what happened to Chen Yang again.
Normally, Liu Bei believed that Cao Cao should avenge Chen Yang and try every means to kill him.
This time, although he was preparing to recognize his relatives with Liu Xie, in terms of his plan, the way to recognize his relatives was definitely not facilitated by Cao Cao.
What happened at this time was different from his plan.
"Can you say that Cao Cao has any conspiracy?"
For a moment, various thoughts emerged in Liu Bei's mind, and he said in his heart: "I must have the blood of the Han Dynasty. The genealogy has been stored in the palace, and it should not be faked. As long as it can be proved that I am the emperor's uncle, Cao Cao will not do anything to me."
Since he couldn't figure out Cao Cao's thoughts, Liu Bei simply didn't think about it, waiting for the genealogy to verify his identity. As for other doubts, he would ask Cao Cao for a clear question later.
"What the Prime Minister said is reasonable!"
Liu Xie agreed and said, "Come here, go to Taimiao immediately and invite the Han family genealogy. I want to verify Xuande's identity."
After listening to the emperor's order, an eunuch immediately went to the Taimiao where the family tree was stored.
Liu Bei was waiting for this moment. Now everything was going well, and he finally breathed a sigh of relief.
At this point, he had no way out. No matter what tricks Cao Cao had, he could only wait for the final result.
On the high platform, Liu Xie and Liu Bei exchanged their eyes.
Liu Bei could see the excitement in Liu Xie's eyes, and he also smiled slightly.
How could they hide it from Cao Cao's eyes when they are so flirting with each other?
Cao Cao knew that Liu Xie had met Liu Bei, but he believed that the two of them would not be happy for long.
"Your Majesty, before the genealogy has arrived, I would like to ask Your Majesty, if you confirm the identity of Xuande royal family, will Your Majesty prepare to assign any position?"
Cao Cao's words interrupted the two of them.
Liu Xie could not have imagined that Cao Cao took the initiative to mention this. He thought for a while and said seriously: "The world is in chaos and the family and country are in trouble. I have a deep understanding!"
"Over the years, the number of royal family members scattered outside has become smaller and smaller. It is rare to find the great hero Xuande. I originally wanted to keep him in Xudu and govern the world with me."
"However, outside Xudu, the princes have many rebellious intentions. Xuande is a great hero, and his benevolence and righteousness are all over the world. Staying in Xudu is a bit useless."
"So, I think that the Prime Minister had just broken Xuzhou, and the former Xuzhou Muslim Tao Qian also appreciated Xuande's ability and handed over Xuzhou. I have planned to appoint Xuande as Xuzhou Governor."
"One of the time, we can share my worries, and two, with the benevolence and righteousness and prestige of Xuande, we can shock the princes."
After saying that, Liu Xie did not forget to add: "I wonder what the Prime Minister thinks?"
Then, he looked at Cao Cao worriedly again.
This was the result of their discussion yesterday, but they were worried that Cao Cao would disagree, so Liu Xie had no choice.
"How to reward is your Majesty's decision. How dare I have any objection?"
Cao Cao shook his head slightly, as if he didn't take this matter to heart.
Liu Xie felt relieved, and that was done. Their plan took the first step smoothly.
"Thank you, Your Majesty!"
Liu Bei shouted: "I will definitely not let down the expectations of Your Majesty and the Prime Minister, support the Han Dynasty and pacify the world!"
"good!"
Liu Xie laughed.
"Your Majesty, the genealogy is here!"
An eunuch hurried into the front hall, and he stood in front of Liu Xie with respectful hands holding a yellow cloth.
"Uncle Guo, come and read it!"
"yes!"
Dong Cheng took over the family tree and slowly unfolded.
He has seen the Han Dynasty genealogy several times and is very familiar with it.
After opening it, Dong Cheng paused slightly and started to recite.
"Emperor Jing has fourteen sons, the seventh son is Liu Sheng, and he is named King Jing of Zhongshan."
"Liu Sheng's fifth son is Liu Zhen, the Marquis of Lucheng, and Liu Angsheng, the Marquis of Peicheng, and Liu Angsheng..."
"Liu Huisheng, Liu Xiong, Dongjun Fan Ling, Liu Xiong, Liu Xiong...she..."
When he thought about this, Dong Cheng's voice suddenly paused, and then his eyes widened and he looked at the genealogy in disbelief.
This is impossible!
This is not the first time that Dong Cheng has read the Han family genealogy, but what he saw this time is very different from what he has seen before.
For a moment, Dong Cheng didn't know whether he should continue reading.
In the front hall, all the officials and ministers looked at Dong Cheng with anticipation.
Dong Cheng also noticed Cao Cao's gaze and Old Cao's smug expression, and his heart tightened.
"It must have been done by Cao Cao!"
Dong Cheng woke up and soon he became a little nervous.
If you continue reading, Liu Bei will become a fake Han clan relative.
Dong Cheng's plan to use Liu Bei to accomplish things was wasted.
More importantly, Dong Cheng also feels like he is being targeted by Cao Cao.
He suddenly remembered that it was Dong Cheng who invited Liu Bei to the palace yesterday. He thought to himself, wouldn't Cao Cao think that Liu Bei and I also had a special relationship?
If this is true, then after Liu Bei is in trouble, he may be the one who will be in trouble next.
"Uncle Guo, why did you stop? Keep reciting!"
Liu Xie asked anxiously.
"Uncle Guo, Liu Xiong gave birth to Liu Hong, Liu Hong gave birth to Liu Bei, is that true?"
Chapter completed!