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

"What do you think of Zhang Feng, the Imperial Physician?" Yuan Wei asked slowly.

"Zhang Feng?"

Yuan Ji thought for a moment and said, "We don't have much contact on a regular basis, but there are rumors in the court that Zhang Feng is not as ruthless as Zhang Rang, and his reputation is quite good."

“Although Zhang Feng is different from Zhang Rang, he is... incapable of performing sexual acts,” Yuan Wei suddenly said.

"what?"

Yuan Ji was shocked: "This...this has never been heard of before."

“Of course, only a very small number of people know about this. They only learned about it from the public,” Yuan Wei said.

“Yuan She?” Yuan Ji asked.

Yuan Wei nodded.

From Emperor Huan of Han (Liu Zhi) to Emperor Liu Hong of the present, there have been three purges of partisans across two generations, resulting in the persecution of countless partisans and aristocratic families.

Eunuchs held power, and the aristocratic families declined.

Even under these circumstances, the Yuan family was still able to maintain its prosperity.

It wasn't entirely because the Yuan family had been famous for four generations of high-ranking officials.

In fact, if the policy of party prohibition had been implemented, Yuan Shikai would have been the first to be targeted.

However, like the Xun family of Yingchuan, the Yuan family made concessions to some extent.

The appointment of Yuan She, a high-ranking official, was a concession by the Yuan family.

This was also an external ally that Yuan Shikai had brought in from within the palace.

It was precisely because of Yuan She that the Yuan family was able to escape the calamities of the previous partisan purges and maintain their influence in the court.

Just as Xun Yu's marriage to the daughter of Tang Heng, a eunuch, saved the Xun family from the persecution of the partisan purge.

"Zhang Feng actually..." Yuan Ji said in great surprise, "Doesn't that mean He Lingman..."

"hehe."

Yuan Wei smiled.

This is a scandal about Zhang Rang, and also a scandal about Zhang Feng.

However, this is something that cannot be discussed.

Furthermore, we must not let just anyone know about it, because if word gets out, Zhang Rang will surely retaliate in a fit of rage.

There's no benefit in promoting this kind of thing; such self-destructive behavior is entirely in the family's best interest.

"No wonder," Yuan Ji suddenly realized something and said, "No wonder there are rumors in Luoyang that He Lingman is unfaithful and promiscuous; it turns out it's because of Zhang Feng..."

"Doesn't that mean that He Lingman's meeting with Duan Yu might have been a secret rendezvous?"

Yuan Wei picked up his teacup, took a sip, and nodded: "That should be it."

"It's true that Duan Yu might have some connection with the He family."

"But to say that Duan Yu was controlled by the He family is absolutely impossible."

"Duan Yu..."

Yuan Wei narrowed his fox-like eyes and said, "Don't even mention He Jin, even I underestimated Duan Yu."

"That He family kid is far inferior."

"Even if Duan Yu sold him out, he might still be helping Duan Yu count the money."

Yuan Ji was quite surprised.

The fact that his uncle Yuan Wei could give such high praise speaks volumes about Duan Yu's prowess.

“If Duan Yu is not restrained, he will be uncontrollable within three to five years, and he is even worse than Liang Yi and others.”

"but....."

“He’s still too green,” Yuan Wei said, squinting. “This time, I’m going to have a fresh start with him!”

"Does Uncle mean... to use Duan Yu and He Lingman, and then rely on Zhang Rang?" Yuan Ji asked.

Yuan Wei shook his head and said with a smile, "Such a superficial thing will have no effect on Duan Yu."

"Would someone like Zhang Rang really care about such a reputation?"

"Even if we tell Zhang Rang about this, or just tell Zhang Feng, if Zhang Rang finds out, he will definitely suppress it."

"After all, Zhang Rang and Duan Yu are still standing together."

"One person alone is not enough to determine victory or defeat; only by planning the overall situation can one win the world."

Yuan Wei, with his shrewd calculations, said, "This time, we must not only win, but win the whole game."

Yuan Ji suppressed his curiosity and did not ask any questions.

"Aren't you curious?" Yuan Kui turned to look at Yuan Ji and asked.

"I'm curious," Yuan Ji said honestly. "I understand that I am not Duan Yu's match at the moment. Uncle has given Duan Yu such a high evaluation. If I were to play against him, I'm afraid I would not be able to win."

"Instead of doing that, we should focus on learning how our uncle plans things out."

“Good.” Yuan Wei nodded and said with a smile, “With such a character, it’s no mistake to entrust the Yuan family to you in the future.”

"However, you are, after all, the future patriarch of the Yuan family, and you still have the right to know about these things, and you also need to learn from them."

"Since I am not currently in court, many things are inconvenient for me to do, and there are some things that I still need you to handle."

"Let me tell you how to do it first..."

As he spoke, Yuan Wei lowered his voice and leaned close to his ear.

Yuan Ji listened attentively and then nodded.

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

Bu Guangli.

Duan Yu had already returned to the mansion and was helping Dong Zhuo change his bandages.

"Yeah!"

Dong Zhuo was overjoyed to hear that Duan Yu had been granted the title of Marquis of a County with a fief of 13,000 households.

"Although the position of General Wei is good, it is dispensable compared to the position of County Marquis and the fief of 13,000 households. Ziyi is now the Governor of Liangzhou. Even without the position of General Wei, it would still be convenient for him to act in Liangzhou."

"The county magistrate."

Dong Zhuo sighed.

Let alone a county marquis, even a hereditary marquisate is something many people dream of but cannot obtain.

Li Guang longed to be ennobled throughout his life, but he died without fulfilling his wish.

Duan Yu smiled and nodded.

This is true.

The Han Dynasty has not yet truly collapsed.

The title of county marquis is now far more valuable than it was during the Three Kingdoms period.

It should be noted that Guan Yu was only granted the title of Marquis of Hanshou back then.

The title of Marquis of Hanshou alone made Guan Yu stand out among all heroes.

Moreover, the title of General Wei would certainly be revoked if it were not during wartime.

It would be better to get a real county magistrate position.

"When does Ziyi plan to leave Luoyang?" Dong Zhuo asked.

"I'll leave first thing tomorrow morning," Duan Yu replied.

Dong Zhuo nodded: "Yes, Ziyi has been gone from Liangzhou for more than half a year. It's time for him to go back."

"After all, Liangzhou is where Ziyi's foundation lies."

"There's one more thing I'd like to discuss with my father," Duan Yu said. "I don't know when I'll be able to return after leaving Luoyang this time."

“But the situation in Luoyang is constantly changing. I am in Liangzhou and I am afraid I cannot keep a close watch on things all the time. Therefore, I would like to ask Father to stay in Luoyang. As for Hedong County... it would be better for Father not to go back for the time being.”

Preventing Dong Zhuo from returning to Hedong Commandery was also for Dong Zhuo's own good.

Although Wei Ban has been eliminated this time, the Wei family might behave themselves a bit better.

But Hedong Commandery was, after all, the territory of the Wei family.

It is easy to dodge an open spear but hard to guard against a hidden arrow.

After all, Dong Zhuo didn't have his level of martial prowess.

If the Wei family really wanted to take action in secret, it wouldn't be too difficult.

"Of course, if Father is unwilling, I can also request His Majesty to transfer Father-in-law to another place."

He and Liu Hong are still in the honeymoon phase, so this request is nothing to Liu Hong.

Dong Zhuo laughed and patted his left leg, saying, "Ziyi, if you don't mind that I'm lame and useless now, as long as there's anything I can do with this old bone, just ask."

“In that case, I will petition His Majesty before I leave tomorrow to appoint my father as the Commandant of the Capital Region.”

"My Lord".

No sooner had Duan Yu finished speaking than Tie Shitou's voice rang out from outside.

"Ziyi, go ahead and do what you need to do," Dong Zhuo said, waving at Duan Yu.

Duan Yu got up and went outside.

Outside, Tie Shitou and Wang Hunu had already returned one after another.

After glancing at the two of them, Duan Yu walked outside.

Tie Shitou and Wang Hunu immediately followed.

"My lord, the Military Affairs Bureau has sent word that a total of twenty-seven spies were killed today, with nine casualties."

"But Miss He's identity has probably been exposed."

"Near the residence of the Imperial Physician in Yonghe Village, Night Hawk intercepted three assassins, but ultimately only killed two and seriously injured one. The seriously injured one escaped and should have already passed on the information."

Duan Yu nodded solemnly upon hearing this.

This was something he had expected.

Luoyang is too big.

This place is ancient, but not modern.

These aristocratic families often established themselves in Luoyang for decades or even centuries.

The power they wield is beyond the imagination of ordinary people.

Let alone such a simple piece of information.

Throughout history, countless coups and the deaths of emperors have been orchestrated by these powerful clans.

The Military Intelligence Bureau has only been operating in Luoyang for a year, so these results are already quite impressive.

"Is there anything unusual happening at the Imperial Physician's residence?" Duan Yu asked.

Tie Shitou shook his head and said, "According to the reply from the Military Affairs Office in the Imperial Physician's residence, there was no unusual activity in the residence, and it seems that Imperial Physician Zhang Feng is also unaware of it."

Ok.

that's enough.

He wasn't afraid.

Even if Zhang Rang finds out about his secret rendezvous with He Lingman, Zhang Rang will surely know what to do.

Ultimately, she's just a woman, and Zhang Rang won't break ties with her over this.

"Send orders to the Grand Council to send more people to infiltrate the residence of Imperial Physician Zhang Feng to ensure He Lingman's safety," Duan Yu said.

"only."

Tie Shitou and Wang Hunu both nodded.

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

Noon the next day.

After bidding farewell to Liu Hong at the palace and requesting that Dong Zhuo be appointed as the Commandant of the Capital Region, Duan Yu left Luoyang.

Outside Luoyang city, near Pingcheng Gate.

He Lingman's carriage stopped in front of a shop, and only after watching Duan Yu slowly walk out of Pingcheng Gate did she reluctantly lower the carriage curtain.

Besides, countless eyes were watching Duan Yu leave from near Pingcheng Gate.

The Yang family, the Yuan family, the Wei family of Hedong...

Outside Pingcheng Gate.

Riding the Crimson Dragon Cloud-Treading Beast, Duan Yu crossed the drawbridge over the moat, then stopped his horse on the side of the drawbridge leading out of the city, turning back to look at the magnificent city of Luoyang behind him.

The spectacular Han Dynasty Season 1 has come to an end.

Those who wanted to gain experience have already done so.

Yuan Shao became the governor of Ji Province.

Cao Cao became the governor of Yan Province.

Liu Bei also went to Xuzhou.

With his involvement, the trajectory of history seems to have deviated too much from its original direction.

But this does not mean that the chaotic period of the Han Dynasty will end.

Looking at the magnificent city of Luoyang behind him, Duan Yu had a premonition.

Chaos may arrive sooner than expected.

Moreover, it will arrive in a completely new form.

The grand game of chess in the world will not end with his arrival; it will certainly unfold again in another form.

Before that, what he needs to do is to absorb the profits from this opportunity as quickly as possible.

Millions of Yellow Turbans...

No, they can no longer be called the Yellow Turban Army; they should be called the million legally displaced people who have entered Liangzhou.

These million refugees who have entered Liangzhou need to be absorbed, and the rear areas of Liangzhou need to be pacified.

Everything needs to be done quickly.

be quick!

"go!"

Duan Yu flicked the reins, and his horse galloped towards Liangzhou.

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

Yuan Wei's residence.

Inside the antique-style study.

Yuan Ji stood before Yuan Wei and said, "Uncle, Duan Yu has already left Luoyang."

Yuan Wei, his eyes narrowed like a fox's, nodded slightly: "Alright, go and prepare."