When Lu Bu was beaten up, Dong Zhuo's mood didn't improve at all.
At this moment, he thought of many things.
Once Hulao Pass was broken, there would be no danger to defend the east of Luoyang.
As long as the heroes of the east of the country held onto Hulao Pass, the armies of the east of the country would continue to march in.
Staying in Luoyang would only lead to death.
At this moment, Dong Zhuo thought of his favorite children's song and couldn't help sighing."Wenyou, you're really right! A Han in the east and a Han in the west. This ballad was amazing! It seems that I have to return to Chang 'an even if I want to be the Grand Preceptor!”
This children's song was originally composed by Li Ru. Hearing Dong Zhuo's lament, Li Ru couldn't help but laugh secretly.
Thinking of how accurate he was in the situation, Li Ru couldn't help but feel proud. With Lu Bu's arrogance, he brought his brothers with him when he left Luoyang. How could I not know that Xu Rong was imprisoned? What I want is for Lu Bu to be defeated and retreat to Chang 'an! With Dong Zhuo's temperament, he was unable to rule over the various dukes in the east of the country. Only in the Yong Liang Land where the people were tough would the people willingly submit to his cruelty! Instead of being trapped in the war in the east of the country, why not leave earlier?
Thinking of this, Li Ru laughed softly,""When the Grand Preceptor returns to Chang 'an, he will be like a fish in the sea and a dragon in the abyss. From now on, he will have a bright future in Guanzhong! Tiger Cage Pass has already been breached. There is no time to lose. The Grand Preceptor should quickly gather the soldiers and plunder the property of the large families inside and outside Luoyang and transport them to Chang 'an. At the same time, he should burn Luoyang to the ground and destroy the wishful thinking of the vassals in the east of the country to take over Luoyang. As long as we hold Hangu Pass, Chang' an will be safe from now on!”
Dong Zhuo sighed." This is the only way. I hate Lu Bu for ruining my plans. I really want to kill him!"”
Li Ru immediately waved his hand." The Grand Preceptor is about to become the overlord of Guanzhong. He should be tolerant of others. Although Lu Bu is a little stupid, he is brave and unparalleled. If he is with you, the Grand Preceptor will not have to worry about assassins from now on.”
Dong Zhuo nodded." I know what you mean. I will certainly put him in an important position in the future. However, should we return to Chang 'an with our own people or bring the civil and military officials with us?"”
"Of course we have to bring the civil and military officials!" Li Ru said seriously," All the officials are the leaders of the big families in the prefectures and counties. With them supporting the court, we are the orthodox, and it will be easy to stabilize the people. If the Kanto vassals push too hard, we can use these people as hostages to force the Kanto vassals to retreat.”
Dong Zhuo immediately let out a hoarse laugh."Wenyou, you're indeed a talent. You actually came up with such a scheme! However, those ministers are as stubborn as donkeys. Are you sure you can take them away?”
Li Ru immediately looked at Dong Zhuo and let out a strange laugh."I can't, but Grand Preceptor can."
Dong Zhuo immediately let out a savage laugh.
On the morning of the second day, Dong Zhuo did not let the eunuch speak. Instead, he sat on the armchair and said,"Everyone, now that the pigs and dogs in the east of the country have broken through the tiger prison, if His Majesty continues to stay in Luoyang, he will fall into the hands of the bandits. I am entrusted by His Majesty and I have the hopes of all the Han officials. I can't let such a thing happen. Therefore, I have decided to move the capital to Chang 'an in three days! All of you, go home and prepare immediately. There is no delay! Also, this old man will take His Majesty and all of you ahead of time to prevent any accidents from happening and being intercepted by the dukes!”
As soon as these words were said, Liu Hong, who was above, was immediately worried. The ministers below were even more furious.
" Grand Preceptor," Huang Wan immediately stood up and said," the population in Guanzhong is declining. Chang 'an has been ravaged by Wang Mang, Gengshi, and Red Eyebrows. The palace has been burned down and is in ruins. It is not suitable for living.”
Sikong Yang Biao also tried to persuade him." What the Grand Marshal said makes sense. Luoyang is prosperous now, with thousands of palaces. How can the Grand Preceptor be willing to give it up so easily?”
"So what if I'm unwilling?" Dong Zhuo sighed. Tiger Prison was not counted. Perhaps the dukes were already discussing the matter of sending troops. If they continued to stay here, they would be captured alive sooner or later!”
" The Grand Preceptor's might is awe-inspiring," Situ Xunshuang said in a deep voice." The Western Liang cavalry has unparalleled combat strength. Why would they be afraid of a mere vassal?" With the Grand Preceptor's departure, the hearts of the people scattered.”
"So be it. I'm doing this for the sake of the Han Dynasty. Haven't you heard the folk song of a Han in the east and a Han in the west? This old man will lead Your Majesty to the west. This is a move to extend the country's throne. Who dares to disobey?”
However, even though Dong Zhuo was angry, the three dukes still took turns to dissuade him, not compromising at all.
The three chancellors led the civil and military officials, but they did not lower their heads. For the sake of their reputation, the civil and military officials did not dare to lower their heads even if they died.
As a result, Dong Zhuo had no choice but to dismiss Yang Ci and the others and kill a few Langguan on the spot. In the end, he directly called Lu Bu to lead his troops in and forcibly trapped all the officials in the palace, waiting to leave together.
Dong Zhuo left the Imperial Palace. On his way out, there was a sudden chaos in front of him. There were wails and wails. Upon closer inspection, it was Minister Zhou Bi and Lieutenant Wu Qiong.
"Why are you two crying here?”Dong Zhuo frowned and asked.
"Grand Preceptor, you can't move the capital! How could Tian Zi live in such a remote place!”
"Grand Preceptor, please retract your order! Otherwise, we'll kneel here and not get up!”
Dong Zhuo was so angry that he laughed. This old master wants to see how you can not afford it!”
Hence, he ordered people to cut Zhou Bi and Wu Qiong in half and left.
When the officials heard that Dong Zhuo was so fierce, they did not dare to say anything more.
In the next two days, countless civilians from large families were robbed inside and outside Luoyang. All their gold, silver, and food were taken away, and countless innocent women were humiliated by Dong Zhuo's subordinates.
Because Wang Yun was born in the Wang family of Taiyuan, his status was noble. Dong Zhuo's people did not dare to touch him, so the people in the mansion escaped.
However, he was also trapped in Luoyang and was among the first batch of people to be taken away.
"Father, look at that general. He's limping. How interesting.”His adopted daughter, Diao Chan, saw Lu Bu walk past through the crack in the door and couldn't help but chuckle.
A little girl at the side immediately whispered,"Miss, that is the famous Lu Bu! The one who killed his father and voted for Dong Zhuo! I heard that he was defeated in Tiger Cage and was beaten up by the Prime Minister two days ago. He hasn't recovered yet.”
Diao Chan was still joking with the servant girl. Her smile was innocent and charming.
Wang Yun's face suddenly lit up as he thought of a brilliant plan to get rid of Dong Zhuo. This adopted daughter of mine is the most beautiful in the world. She's also proficient in zither, chess, calligraphy, and painting. I heard that Dong Zhuo is a lecherous man. If you give my adopted daughter to Dong Zhuo and poison her, perhaps you can get rid of Dong Zhuo!
Lu Bu!
Wang Yun captured another key piece of information.
"Lu Bu is such an untamed person. He will definitely remember it in his heart after being beaten up! If I give Diao Chan to him again…Unfortunately, it's time to move the capital. Lu Bu and Dong Zhuo can't care about this. I can only wait until I reach Chang 'an and let them experience my means!”
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