Three Kingdoms: Ten Times Speed, Diao Chan Says I'm Too Fast

Situ Mansion.

This is the second time this year that Yuan Wei has moved out of the Situ Mansion.

The servants and maids throughout the Situ mansion were busy tidying up the miscellaneous items in the mansion.

Yuan Wei, dressed in a gray casual outfit, stood in front of the Situ residence.

Being dismissed from office was nothing out of the ordinary for Yuan Wei.

Especially after Liu Hong started selling official positions and titles, the replacement of officials such as the Three Dukes and Nine Ministers became commonplace.

Because every time someone takes office again, they have to pay taxes.

This was also a means for emperors to amass wealth.

Therefore, the alternation and removal of the three officials are all perfectly normal.

However, this time he was dismissed because he lost the battle with Duan Yu.

This was a great disgrace for Yuan Kui, and indeed for the entire Yuan clan.

The Yuan family, known as the most prestigious clan in the land, was defeated in a struggle against Duan Yu, who had risen to power in just two years, and ended up being dismissed from office.

Although this was not a major blow to the Yuan family.

But it was a blatant disgrace.

Two young men stood beside Yuan Wei, who was dressed in a gray casual suit.

One of them was Yuan Shu, who had just been recalled from outside the city and was wearing the standard armor of the Tiger Warriors.

The other one is Yuan Ji, the first in line to succeed Yuan Shu and the future head of the Yuan clan. He is slightly older than Yuan Shu and currently holds the position of Grand Master of the Palace, one of the Nine Ministers.

At this moment, Yuan Ji was wearing a white robe, with a face as fair as jade, a jade crown on his head, and a jade pendant around his waist.

Compared to Yuan Shu standing to the side, he was quite handsome.

Although he was not as tall as Yuan Shao, he had a calm and composed demeanor.

Compared to the furious Yuan Shu, Yuan Ji appeared much calmer.

“Uncle, what is that Duan Yu? How dare he ride on the head of our Yuan family?”

Yuan Shu gritted his teeth and said, "A mere barbarian warrior dares to be so bold; he truly has no regard for his own life!"

Yuan Ji, standing to the side, remained silent upon hearing this, his expression still calm.

Yuan Wei took a deep breath and said, "Do you really think Duan Yu alone can do anything to me?"

"This is the will of the Emperor, and the will of the Emperor cannot be disobeyed!"

"Because of the Yellow Turban Rebellion, His Majesty lifted the ban on political parties. Although the rebellion has been initially quelled, His Majesty cannot continue to enforce the ban. Although he will inevitably use others to deal with us, Duan Yu is His Majesty's weapon."

"His Majesty intends to use Duan Yu to counterbalance the Yuan family."

"This is the will of the Emperor."

"For the time being, you must not let the Tiger Army leave your post. Do not give anyone a chance to seize any leverage. The Tiger Army must be firmly under your control. This is the foundation for the Yuan family's foothold in Luoyang."

“Fair.” Yuan Wei turned to look at Yuan Ji beside him.

"I am your uncle," Yuan Ji said, bowing slightly.

"You should do the same, stay as little as possible and don't give anyone any leverage against you."

"Don't come to my residence for the time being."

"But one thing is certain: whether it's inside or outside the palace, all movements must be kept under control, and people must be sent to report to me at all times."

"besides......"

Yuan Wei narrowed his eyes and said, "Monitor Duan Yu's every move. Before Duan Yu leaves Luoyang, his every move must be closely monitored."

"Everything, including where he went and who he met, must be recorded without missing a single detail."

"I was careless before, I never took Duan Yu seriously, but now..."

"He has already jeopardized the foundation of the Yuan family."

Yuan Ji nodded: "Uncle, don't worry, I understand."

"Ah."

Yuan Wei nodded and said, "I trust you and Benchu ​​to do things. Go ahead."

...........

The Imperial Guards were subdued at the residence.

Having just finished court and practically fled home, Fu Wan had barely sat down in his chair when he finally sat down.

The gatekeeper hurriedly ran into the backyard and came to Fuwan'e.

"My lord, someone from the palace has arrived, saying that an imperial decree has been delivered."

"what?"

Fu Wan wiped the cold sweat from his forehead, his expression frozen.

No way!

Did they arrive so quickly?

Could it be that His Majesty intends to dismiss him from his post as well?

Fu Wan was so frightened that his hands trembled.

I just witnessed Yuan Wei being dismissed from his post in the imperial court, while Duan Yu, who killed Wei Ban, got away scot-free and was likely to be promoted soon.

To be honest, he really didn't want to offend Duan Yu at all.

If he hadn't been forced to speak out in court just now, he would have preferred to pretend he knew nothing.

"That damned Wei Ban, you're already dead, why did you have to betray me like this?"

Fu Wan was so anxious he was about to cry.

"Go...go...go and invite them in." Fu Wan quickly got up and walked out of the hall.

Before long, Zuo Feng, the eunuch holding the imperial edict, arrived at the front of the hall.

Zuo Feng first glanced at Fu Wan, then asked directly, "His Majesty has decreed that Princess Yang'an and Princess Yangdi receive the decree."

Ok?

Fu Wan, who was about to kneel down to receive the imperial edict, was taken aback.

You weren't looking for me?

"What are you all standing there for?" Zuo Feng said impatiently to Fu Wan, "Hurry up and go find someone."

"Oh, oh, oh." Fu Wan turned around quickly, as if he had been granted a pardon.

If this had happened in the past, Fu Wan would never have reacted this way if Zuo Feng had dared to speak like this.

but now.

As long as it's not him I'm looking for, that's fine.

Before long, Princess Yang'an, Fu Wan's wife, and Princess Yangdi came leisurely from the back courtyard to the main hall in the front courtyard.

Princess Liu Xiu of Yangdi, who was only twenty years old, followed behind Liu Hua, looking quite timid.

He walks with his head down, staring only at his toes.

Fu Wan, on the other hand, peeked out from the side of the main hall.

It was as if he was afraid that something in the imperial edict might implicate him.

Zuo Feng, the eunuch standing in front of the main hall, unfolded the imperial edict in his hand and then read it aloud.

"By imperial decree, Princess Liu Xiu of Yangdi, at the tender age of twenty, is still unmarried. I have been preoccupied with state affairs and have neglected her in this matter. Now, I have found a suitable match for her..."

Ok?

Fu Wan, who was peeking out, was taken aback.

Marriage?

Is this young eunuch here to read out the imperial decree bestowing a marriage upon him?

To bestow a marriage upon Liu Xiu?

Since leaving the palace, Liu Xiu has been living in his home.

Almost ten years have passed in the blink of an eye, but he still hasn't gotten married.

Fu Wan originally planned to find a suitable woman of marriageable age in the clan to marry Liu Xiu.

If that's the case, their clan will have married two princesses.

This is considered an extreme honor.

For so many years, the emperor had not remembered this Princess Yangdi.

You suddenly remembered now?

Is it possible...

Duan Yu?

Fu Wan was startled.

Could this perfect match be Duan Yu?

Princess Liu Xiu of Yangdi was just as surprised as Fu Wan.

Liu Xiu, who had been following behind her elder sister, Princess Yang'an Liu Hua, with her head down, raised her head in surprise. Her beautiful eyes widened, and she covered her red lips with one hand, unable to contain her astonishment.

"Now we have found a good match for him..."

"Duan Yu, the governor of Liangzhou, is a pillar of the state, with a heroic appearance. He has now been granted the title of Marquis of Ji, with a fief of 13,000 households."

"Such a perfect match is made in heaven."

"Issuing Princess Yangdi to go to the palace immediately."

After reading the imperial edict, the eunuch Zuo Feng underestimated Liu Xiu.

"Princess Yangdi, please freshen up and go to the palace. His Majesty is going to hold a banquet for Marquis Ji in the West Garden. I will wait here and go to the palace with you."

The difference in attitude towards Princess Liu Xiu of Yangdi was like night and day compared to how he treated Fu Wan.

Princess Yang'an, Liu Hua, also turned to look at her younger sister, Liu Xiu, with great surprise.

“Sister…I…” Liu Xiu was at a loss.

Liu Hua smiled and said, "Little sister, this is a good thing."

Liu Hua took Liu Xiu's hand and said, "Although Duan Yu is already married, he does not have a principal wife. As a princess, if you marry Duan Yu, your status will naturally be the highest."

"Moreover, although Duan Yu is somewhat reckless in his actions, he is still a good man."

"You will definitely not suffer any grievances after you marry him."

As he spoke, Liu Hua took his sister Liu Xiu's hand and then said to the maid beside him, "Go and bring all the new clothes made from Shu brocade sent from the palace this year to the inner quarters."

"Also, prepare Jade Soup immediately."

Fu Wan, who was standing to the side, was completely dumbfounded.

Fu Wan thought his wife would say something.

did not expect......

............

It took five months.

Since the Taiping Rebellion, a curfew has been imposed in Luoyang.

But just after the morning court session ended today, the five-month-long curfew in Luoyang was lifted.

Young men and women who had been feeling stifled at home all took to the streets.

Taverns, teahouses, brothels, and gambling dens, which were forced to close at night, also opened their doors.

Lanterns of various colors hang high.

The aroma of wine, laughter, and a bustling crowd filled the streets, creating a lively atmosphere.

The residence of the Imperial Physician.

Before nightfall, He Lingman, who was in the inner quarters, began to wash and dress.

Wearing a purple silk robe, He Lingman stood in front of a large bronze mirror, looking at her graceful figure from all angles.

Fiery red lips, black hair like a waterfall.

Like an alluring sprite under the night sky.

The head ornaments swayed as she moved.

Just like that fluttering heart of spring at this very moment.

After everything was ready, He Lingman, accompanied by two maids, walked towards the front yard.

Just as I reached the front garden, I ran into Zhang Feng, who was returning home.

Zhang Feng, who had just met his match, was taken aback when he saw He Lingman's new look.

He then smiled and asked, "Madam, are you... getting ready to go out?"

He Lingman rolled her eyes at Zhang Feng: "Yes."

"Madam, it's getting late outside, and the curfew has just been lifted. Going out at this hour..."

"What's wrong at this time?" He Lingman interrupted Zhang Feng, frowning as she said, "If I don't go out, am I supposed to stay home alone?"

Zhang Feng's expression changed slightly, then vanished in a flash before he stepped aside, saying, "Please be careful, Madam."

He Lingman walked out of the mansion without looking back.

Just as he was about to step out of the mansion, he turned back to look at Zhang Feng and said, "I don't care about your dirty deeds, and you should mind your own business what I do outside."

Behind him, Zhang Feng's eyes, which had initially appeared harmless, gradually turned sinister and venomous in the darkness of the night.

............

West Garden.

Bright lanterns hang high, strung together like a giant starry sky suspended above the West Garden.

Palace maids, dressed in long white dresses and carrying delicacies and wine, lined up in a long queue and headed towards an open-air stone pavilion complex on the banks of the Chan River.

Not far from here is the nude swimming pool that Liu Hong painstakingly built.

The water in the bare pool was drawn from the Chan River.

Even in the height of summer, the banks of the Chan River are quite cool.

On either side of a large stone pavilion, there are dozens of exquisitely constructed stone pavilions.

In the past, Liu Hong would hold banquets for his court officials here, or enjoy himself here until dawn.

Tonight, only Duan Yu is being entertained at the banquet.

But the scale of the event was no less grand than that of a banquet for court officials.

In the main pavilion, Liu Hong sat in the main seat.

Beside her was Empress He Lingsi, who exuded mature charm.

Opposite Duan Yu sat another woman, Princess Liu Xiu of Yangdi.

The marriage has been arranged.

Even if Liu Xiu was unwilling, she had no choice.

After several rounds of drinks and several dishes, Liu Hong, who was in high spirits today, had drunk himself into a stupor and passed out in his seat.

But these wines meant nothing to Duan Yu.

"My dear minister... my dear minister... I am not a good drinker. Another day, another day I... I will definitely have a showdown with you. For today... I need to rest."

"Guards, escort me... escort me back to the palace..."

Duan Yu quickly stood up, bowed, and said, "Your subject takes his leave."

After Duan Yu got up to say goodbye, he felt a pair of eyes watching him the whole time.

So Duan Yu slowed down.

Before long, He Lingsi's voice rang out behind Duan Yu: "You rascal, why are you walking so fast? Are you hiding from me?"