At the end of April, 184 AD.
Wan City, which had been occupied by the Yellow Turban Army for nearly two months, was finally broken through and returned to the hands of the Han army.
This battle, with Huben Zhonglang General Chen Zhan as the main, Nanyang County Chief Qin Jie as the auxiliary, led more than 40,000 troops.
He killed the Yellow Turban leaders Zhang Mancheng, Zhao Hong, and several others, killed more than 50,000 Yellow Turban troops, and captured more than 60,000.
It was the greatest victory since the Yellow Turban uprising.
On the other hand, the biggest threat facing the imperial capital, Luoyang, finally ceased to exist.
In the Imperial Court, from Emperor Ling of Han, Liu Hong, to the civil and military officials, palace maids, and eunuchs, everyone heaved a sigh of relief.
Weiyang Palace.
Today, Liu Hong's face was glowing red as he sat on the dragon throne with an imposing appearance. He exuded the aura of an emperor, causing none of the officials below to dare to underestimate him.
After sitting on the dragon throne for nearly twenty years, no matter how muddle-headed Liu Hong was, the aura he had developed was not something that ordinary people could compare to.
"Yesterday, Chen Zhan sent over the heads of Nanyang's bandit leader, Zhang Mancheng, and the others. I specially left them here to enjoy them with all the ministers.”
Emperor Han Ling squinted his eyes and looked down lazily.
As he spoke, the aura from before instantly dissipated, as if it was an illusion.
Soon, a few young eunuchs carried a wooden box into the hall and placed the head in front of the officials.
They were Zhang Mancheng, Zhao Hong, Han Zhong, Sun Xia, and the others.
After the officials took a glance, they looked away with discomfort.
In his heart, he silently guessed the intention of Emperor Han Ling's actions.
"Congratulations, Your Majesty! Now that Nanyang had been pacified, it meant that the Yellow Turban rebels had lost their momentum and would be completely pacified in a few days.”
Suddenly, a sharp voice rang out. The officials looked over and saw that the speaker was Zhang Rang.
As soon as he said that, they had no choice but to follow him.
"Congratulations, Your Majesty!"
“……”
"Alright, dear ministers, rise!”
Emperor Han Ling's eyes were filled with joy as he raised his hand indifferently.
"With a loyal and fierce general like Chen Zhan, why would my Great Han worry about instability?!”
Hearing this, Zhang Rang hurriedly flattered,"Your Majesty is wise!"
"It is precisely because of a wise ruler like Your Majesty that our Great Han Dynasty has such a capable minister and general like Chen Zhan.”
"Yes, my dear minister, what you said makes sense!"
Emperor Han Ling nodded without any modesty, his expression full of praise.
After Emperor Guangwu, he believed that no other emperor had made more contributions than him. He was worthy of being called a wise ruler and sage king.
For example, killing the Chanyu and the tribe leader of the non-humankind, and not long after, putting down the rebellion.
And Chen Zhan was sent by the heavens to assist him.
“……”
Seeing the two of them echo each other and talk so happily, the officials were silent and looked down at the ground.
As long as you're happy.
At this moment, Liu Hong's smile faded slightly. He glanced at the officials and asked indifferently,"
"This time, Chen Zhan pacified the Nanyang Yellow Turban bandits. How do you think we should reward them?”
As soon as he said this, the officials below all wore different expressions. Some frowned, some hesitated, and some were indifferent.
"Your Majesty, Chen Zhan has made such a great contribution that he is worthy of being granted the title of Marquis of the Inner Pass and General of Cheji!”
Without waiting for the officials to speak, the familiar sharp voice sounded again. It was still Zhang Rang who spoke.
Lord of the Pass, General of Chariots and Cavalry!
All the officials 'expressions changed when they heard this.
Chen Zhan first killed Wuhuan Chanyu and Qiao Wang, and then went out of western Liaoning to fight against the Yellow Turban, and was granted the title of Marquis of the Pass.
However, Cheji General had a high position, only second to Great General, and was comparable to the three dukes, so he couldn't be given it easily.
"Your Majesty, this humble subject believes that it is enough to make Chen Zhan an inner pass marquis. As for the Cheji General, it is absolutely impossible.”
The first one to stand up and object was Great General He Jin.
Chen Zhan's ability was outstanding. If he really became the Cheji General, he would definitely become the Great General.
Therefore, He Jin would never agree to Zhang Rang's suggestion.
As soon as He Jin opened his mouth, the officials belonging to his faction immediately stood up to object.
"Great General's words are reasonable. Please reconsider, Your Majesty.”
"I agree with Great General's opinion. It is sufficient to confer Chen Zhan the title of Inner Marquis.”
“……”
Seeing these people jump out to oppose, Zhang Rang's eyes couldn't help but turn cold, and his pale face appeared extremely sinister.
The reason why he made such a suggestion was nothing more than to get on Chen Zhan's good side and find a strong foreign aid for himself.
If the Heaven Spirit Monarch was no longer around, he would have a backer to protect his family.
Zhang Rang was very clear about his situation and knew that all the officials in the court wanted nothing more than to swallow his flesh and eat his bones.
Based on his understanding of the Spirit Monarch's body, he knew that the Spirit Monarch would die in a few years. Therefore, he had started to plan ahead.
It had to be said that Zhang Rang was indeed not simple to be able to make the civil and military officials unable to do anything to him.
……
"Your Majesty, in my opinion, why don't we first make Chen Zhan the Marquis of the Pass? We can discuss the rest after the Yellow Turbans are pacified.”
At this moment, Sikong Yuan Kui suddenly spoke. Instantly, many people responded.
"Lord Sikong is right. Although Chen Zhan has made great contributions, he is not worthy of being promoted to Cheji General.”
"Your Majesty, please think twice. Don't listen to the slanderous words of a villain.”
“……”
Emperor Han Ling's expression grew increasingly impatient as he listened to the chaotic sounds below.
From the bottom of his heart, he approved of Zhang Rang's suggestion.
However, he had to consider the opinions of the civil and military officials, especially when both sides agreed.
"Enough!"
Finally, Emperor Han Ling couldn't help but explode. With his furious roar, the hall fell silent.
"Let's do as the Great General and Minister Yuan said. We'll first make Chen Zhan the Lord of the Inner Pass. We'll discuss the rest later.”
"Retreat!"
After he finished speaking, Emperor Ling of Han left Weiyang Palace in a dispirited manner without waiting for the officials to react.
……
"Congratulations, General Jie. From today onwards, you will be called Lord Marquis!”
In the Prefectural Governor's Mansion in Wan City, Qin Jie congratulated Chen Zhan as soon as the yellow door that had sent the imperial edict left.
Guan Yu, Zhang Fei, and the others also reacted.
"Congratulations on becoming a marquis!"
The few of them bowed, their faces filled with joy.
Chen Zhan was conferred the title of Marquis, so their future was naturally brighter.
"Mr. Qin, you're too polite!"
Chen Zhan smiled lightly. His expression did not change at all. He looked at Guan Yu and the others and said,"He's just a duke inside the pass. There's no need to be so excited!”
Hearing this, they were speechless.
Becoming a marquis or a minister was the dream of countless people. Chen Zhan had already achieved the former, but he still looked down on it!!
If it were them, they would have been too excited to speak.
At this moment, Chen Zhan raised his head slightly and said indifferently,"A marquis should be a marquis of ten thousand households!"
"Hiss! As expected of a general, we admire you!"
Guan Yu and the others sucked in a breath of cold air, their eyes filled with admiration and heartfelt admiration.
Compared to their own general, their situation was indeed small.
"General's ambition is indeed far beyond what mortals like us can compare to!”
Qin Jie chuckled. He had been unfamiliar with Chen Zhan in the beginning, but now, he respected him greatly.
He had a premonition that Chen Zhan's future achievements would definitely be extraordinary.
"Haha, let's not talk about this."
Chen Zhan shook his head and looked at Qin Jie." Lord Qin, it's getting late. We should leave!"”
"Alright, I wish Lord Marquis and all the generals success and early pacification of Runan Yellow Turban!”
"Thank you, Mr. Qin!"
After a short farewell, Chen Zhan and the others led the army and set off again.
Their next destination was Changsha.
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