In the Weiyang Palace, the atmosphere became extremely quiet in an instant. Everyone, including Yang Biao, Sima Fang, and Zhong Yao, who had always clearly supported Liu Xie, could not help but focus on Liu Xie at this moment. Although Liu Xie's words were a bit of negotiation, in fact, as long as Liu Xie spoke at this moment, the matter was basically decided. This was a decision that concerns the country and the future future and destiny of the entire Han Dynasty. It only depends on how Liu Xie dealt with it.

If it can be handled well, not only will the Han Dynasty be discussed, but at least, Guanzhong will usher in a long-lost peace and can slowly recover its vitality. However, if it is not handled well, it will definitely be a worse problem for the Han Dynasty.

"Li Ju and Guo Si are the main evildoers, and are now punished. However, whether they are sincere or forced to follow the party, they have truly threatened the foundation of our Han Dynasty in the past six months. Therefore, I decided to demote the generals of Xiliang to one level, fine their salary for one year, and retain military power to observe the future."

As soon as Liu Xie finished speaking, he saw that many ministers in the court breathed a sigh of relief. It was not light to say that the punishment was not light, but for these Xiliang generals and civil officials who were dependent on the Xiliang army, they were demoted and fined for their salary at this moment, but they felt much more relaxed.

As Liu Xie said, the laws of the Han Dynasty emphasized that one crime was not punished. This was not compiled by Liu Xie, but that there were indeed similar regulations since the founding of the Han Dynasty.

If Liu Xie exposes this matter in one sentence and puts it in the hearts of the generals, it will be a knot after all. He is afraid that Liu Xie will settle the accounts in the future. Now that Liu Xie has already made a punishment, and if he doesn't care about the past after today, it will be equivalent to exposing this matter. Although it is a bit distressing to demote the official position to one level, the world is in chaos now, and there are many opportunities to make contributions in the future.

Yang Biao took a deep breath, suppressed the excitement in his heart, and said aloud: "Your Majesty is a blessing for all officials and the people."

The ministers had just woken up at this moment, and there was a sing of praise for their merits.

"Okay, this matter is decided so. I will draft an edict later and issue it to all localities, so that the troops in various places will return to build as soon as possible and do not cause chaos." Liu Xie waved his hand and signaled everyone not to say anything more.

"I am following the order." This time, Liu Xie clearly felt that everyone's attitude was much more sincere than before.

"If you have merits, you will be rewarded, and if you have mistakes, you will be punished! I have already punished you before, but now it is time to reward you based on merits, Xu Huang." Liu Xie looked at Xu Huang who was standing solemnly under the hall and said with a smile.

"The last one is here!" Xu Huang took a step forward and stood up.

"This time I was able to eliminate the two thieves of Li Jue and Guo Si. The general made great contributions. Thinking about the time when I was imprisoned, no one around me was trustworthy. Only the general, in times of crisis, did not hesitate to slander his reputation and devote himself to Guo Si's tent and accumulate strength. I may find it difficult to eliminate the two thieves. Now it is rare to escape. Xu Huang is specially appointed as General Zhendong, Marquis of Duting, with a fief of 200 households."

"Thank you Your Majesty!" Even with Xu Huang's calmness, when he heard this, his heart beat twice in a bad mood. General Zhendong was already considered a high-level general in the Han Dynasty's official system, and Duting Hou, although among the titles of the Han Dynasty, was the lowest marquis besides the Marquis of Guannei, it was equivalent to having a fief and his status was completely different.

"I hope that the general will continue to work hard, and my country will still need to be maintained like the general in the future!" Liu Xie said with a smile.

"I will never refuse!" With the envious eyes of the generals, Xu Huang agreed and silently retreated to his own queue. If the inheritance of dreams gave Xu Huang a certain recognition of Liu Xie, then the title of marquis and generals made Xu Huang completely devoted himself to Liu Xie.

Unlike aristocratic families, Xu Huang came from a poor family and wanted to have a stable position, he could only follow Liu Xie closely. This is also one of the reasons why Liu Xie values ​​Xu Huang. The concept of family, country and world is difficult to reverse in a short period of time. Therefore, Liu Xie is always a little worried about aristocratic families.

It is available, but not trustworthy. This is Liu Xie's attitude towards the aristocratic family, including loyal ministers such as Yang Biao.

"Fan Chou!"

After sealing Xu Huang, Liu Xie looked at Fan Chou again.

"The last one is here!" Fan Chou stepped forward and bowed.

"Although General Fan had been with Li Jue and Guo Si, he eventually helped me to quell the Li Guo rebellion, reward me for merits and punishments, but I cannot admit that I will retain my title from today and be surrendered to General Zhenxi?" Liu Xie said in a deep voice.

Fan Chou has made contributions, but his contributions are definitely not as good as Xu Huang. If it weren't for Li Jue, Guo Si had bad intentions towards him. With Fan Chou's personality, he would never have been able to leave this group. In terms of contributions, he would not even be as good as Xu Huang. However, as the most prestige of the Western Liang army, Fan Chou must be used, and Fan Chou's personality is also very easy to control, but his official title is a bit too high. He is already considered a top general. If there is any contribution in the future, how can Liu Xie grant him a title? As far as guilt is concerned, it is not an exaggeration to beat him.

"Thank you, your Majesty, I am convinced!" Fan Chou bowed and said.

"Yesterday, the general did make contributions to the removal of the thieves. I gave the general a house in Chang'an City and ten maids, and rewarded another thousand gold as a reward." Liu Xie nodded. Fan Chou's achievements were not enough to advance to the official position, but he had to reward him. Liu Xie was willing to give up some money and property.

"Fang Sheng." Liu Xie smiled and looked at Fang Shengdao, who was standing at the end of the military general.

"The last one is here!" Fang Sheng took a deep breath, came to the center of the hall, bowed and bowed.

"Although I granted your general position yesterday, I did not justify you. Fang Sheng was both wise and brave, and he also had the merit of eliminating thieves. He specially appointed him as the general of the bandits, commanding 3,000 troops, and maintaining Chang'an public security."

"Thank you, Your Majesty!" Fang Sheng hurriedly bowed to thank him. He was Xu Huang's general. Now he has established his own business and has become an official in the same palace as Xu Huang. The gap between them is quite large. As for the title, Liu Xie is not ready to be granted casually.

"In addition, Zhang Ji's nephew Zhang Xiu, when I was imprisoned in the past, I would have helped me and promoted him to a partial general. The rest should be eliminated and each of them had rewards. Later, Xu Huang and Fang Sheng went to the treasury to collect the distribution, and the families of the fallen soldiers were all connected to Chang'an. I promised that the orphans of these fallen soldiers would be supported by me. Officials at all levels shall not be persecuted for no reason. Once found out, they will be severely punished."

"Thank you Your Majesty!" Xu Huang and Fang Sheng hurriedly thanked again.
Chapter completed!