At the beginning of the lanterns, Xie's mansion entered the study room of Xie An's residence in the east house. Xie An was wearing a loose linen robe and plain clothes, leaning on the sofa.

His face was a little flushed, and his body was hot after taking Hanshi Powder just now, so the linen robe was open and the window was wide open. The cold wind from outside blew in and poured into his clothes, making him feel very comfortable.

As the current head of the Xie family in Chen County, Xie An's reputation is well known all over the world. Before the age of forty, Xie An lived in Kuaiji, where the Xie family settled in Chen County after they crossed south. Every day, he interacted with famous people from all over the Jin Dynasty and traveled around.

Carefree. Xie An has a cheerful personality, a straightforward and generous person, and his talent, learning and demeanor are highly praised by the world. Therefore, even if he does not become an official, his reputation is far-reaching. The celebrities who associate with him include Wang Xizhi, Gu Kaizhi and others.

Even if the top celebrities of the Jin Dynasty live in seclusion in Dongshan, Kuaiji, they are still the center of the world's attention.

The imperial court recruited Xie An to serve as an official many times, but Xie An always declined. In fact, he did not want to be an official. What he enjoyed was a life of freedom and indulgence in the mountains and rivers. But all this has a prerequisite, and that is Chen

Some of the Xie clan in the county are officials in the court, which can guarantee the status of the Xie clan in Chen County in the court and the right to participate in decision-making.

Xie An was the fourth eldest brother. With the death of his eldest brother Xie Shang, second brother Xie Yi and third brother Xie Zhi, Xie An also became the eldest among the Xie brothers. But even so, Xie An still refused

Come out and become an official.

It wasn't until the fifth brother Xizhonglang general Xie Wan in the third year of Shengping that he and Beizhonglang general Xi Tan launched an army in the northern expedition to Yan and were defeated. After being accused and dismissed, no one in the Xie family held an important position in the court. Under this situation, Xie An

I had to go out of the mountain.

For the powerful families of the Jin Dynasty, it was very fatal if no one in the family held an important position in the government. Once any wealthy family had no position in the government, it meant decline. Of course Xie An could not let such a thing happen. So,

He was called out of the mountains and went to work as a military sergeant under Huan Wen, who was the governor of Jingzhou, the general who conquered the west at that time.

How can Anshi be like the common people? Xie An finally became an official, and the Jin Dynasty also gained a good minister. From the prefect of Wuxing to an important position in the imperial court, now, in the court hall of the Jin Dynasty, King Xie An

Led by King Tanzhi of Biao and other important officials of the imperial court, and supported by the Chinese army controlled by his cousin Yu, they formed the backbone of the fight against the growing power of the Huan family. The Wang family of Langya, the Wang family of Taiyuan, the Xie family of Chenjun, and the Yingchuan family

The power of the Yu family and these wealthy Jin families should not be underestimated, which also made Huan Wen dare not act rashly. Among them, Xie An's appeal was what Huan Wen was jealous of and afraid of.

However, Xie An is now feeling tremendous pressure. The power of the Huan family has expanded to an extremely huge level, and the situation is only a moment away from a devastating situation. Although the Northern Expedition was defeated, Huan Wen seized a larger territory.

The key areas around the capital have all been captured by Huan Wen.

Xie An, Wang Biaozhi and others have discussed the current situation many times, and they all believe that the situation is extremely dangerous. Once Huan Wen loses his reason and patience, the Jin Dynasty will fall into a situation that is beyond redemption.

Someone once privately suggested to Xie An that the Wang Xie clans might as well serve the Huan clan as the Sima clan. This would avoid the chaos and devastation of the Jin Dynasty. As long as the interests of the major clans are guaranteed, no matter who is the emperor.

it's the same.

This sounds reasonable, but in fact it is extremely absurd. The basis for the establishment of the Jin Dynasty was the pattern of the Sima clan being established by the powerful gentry. This was the political foundation of the Jin Dynasty. If the gentry could replace it, it would be destructive.

Without this tacit understanding and balance, the political foundation has been overturned. He can replace it, and I can replace it. A chaotic situation is inevitable. In that case, everyone can fight, and the world will be in chaos.

Therefore, if the Huan clan is appointed to seize the imperial power by force, the Jin Dynasty will cease to exist and fall apart.

Therefore, this red line cannot be crossed. You can be powerful and enjoy greater privileges, but you cannot break the rules of the game or be above the rules. Otherwise, the game will not be played, and this is not good for everyone.

Good thing.

Moreover, since the southern crossing, the pressure from the Hu people in the north has been huge. No one is willing to become a slave of the Hu people. For the Jin gentry, this is completely unacceptable. If someone destroys

If the unity of the Jin Dynasty leads to the internal disintegration of the Jin Dynasty, the Hu people will definitely take the opportunity to go south. At that time, it will not only be a problem of internal chaos, but also all the nobles in the Central Plains and Jiangnan will be enslaved by the Hu people and reduced to barbaric bullying.

and trampled slaves.

From a certain perspective, this is the most unacceptable thing for the major tribes in the Central Plains and Jiangnan.

Because of this, it is absolutely impossible for Wang Xie and other wealthy families in the Jin Dynasty to serve the Huan family as their master, allow the Huan family to usurp the throne and remain silent, or even support him.

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In the study room, as the final dispersion of the medicine was completed, Xie An felt extremely comfortable. A thin layer of sweat formed on his skin, and then evaporated quickly under the blowing of the cold wind.

The thin gauze and linen robe dissipates heat very well and also protects the fragile skin at this moment.

By the way, among the food and medicine people in Dajin, thin gauze and linen robes are their standard equipment. Because after taking medicine, the body becomes hot and the skin becomes tender and fragile, so it is necessary to wear light clothes to ensure heat dissipation and no abrasion.

Skin. Moreover, it is best to use washed old clothes and robes, which will be softer and better protect the skin.

The medicinal power of Hanshi Powder has completely penetrated into the body. At this moment, Xie An felt comfortable all over his body. Energy seemed to be seeping into his pores. His whole body was invigorated and energetic. His mind was also extremely clear.

At this moment, footsteps came from outside the study courtyard.

"Is Fourth Uncle here?" Xie Xuan's voice came.

"Here I am, I just took the medicine and it should be dissipated. I'll let you know." The person who spoke was an old servant who had followed Xie An for many years.

Xie An stood up and said out the window: "Xie Xuan, come in. I'm waiting for you."

A moment later, Xie Xuan's tall figure appeared in the light of the corridor. He quickly entered the study and saluted Xie An with his hands raised.

"My nephew has met my fourth uncle."

Xie An waved his hands and looked at his nephew with a smile. When his second brother Xie Yi passed away, Xie Xuan was still a child of seven or eight years old. In the blink of an eye, more than ten years have passed. Xie Xuan has married a wife and has a son, and his son is five years old.

He is six years old. Xie Xuan has lived up to his upbringing and is much better than his two sons in many aspects.

"Sit down. Why did you come to see me so late?" Xie An sat cross-legged on the soft futon behind the case and looked at Xie Xuandao.

When Xie Xuan was about to speak, the old slave came in with a pot of tea and put it on the table, then bowed his body and went out. Xie Xuan waited until the old slave went out before he spoke again.

"My nephew wants to ask my fourth uncle. You talked with Li Hui for a long time today. What is your impression of him? Is there anything suspicious about him? Is it a masterpiece sent by Huan Wen through a bitter trick?"

Xie An poured a cup of tea, took a sip slowly, and said with a smile: "You really admire this Li Hui. I heard that you gave him the residence in Tianshui Lane? That's your favorite

The house is full of bells and whistles."

Xie Xuan smiled and said: "This is called treating guests with sincerity. Hasn't Fourth Uncle always said that I am not sincere in treating guests? Isn't this called sincerity?"

Xie An glared at him and said: "Sincerity lies in heart-to-heart communication and sharing of like-minded interests, rather than giving anything away. What's the difference between it and being a close friend? Do you know who he is, what his character is, and whether he is from the same place?"

It’s the standard for making friends.”

Xie Xuandao: "Why didn't I have a heart-to-heart relationship with him? I went to Juchao County to see him a few years ago and stayed with him for three days. At night he and I slept on the same bed, drank and chatted, and wandered around Juchao County.

I saw everything I saw and heard, as well as what Li Hui said and did. It is precisely because I think he is a person I can befriend that I value him so much."

Xie An nodded slightly and said: "This Li Hui is indeed a little different. Although it was only the first time I met him today and the conversation was very short, it did leave a deep impression on me."

"Can I take it as a compliment from Fourth Uncle?" Xie Xuandao.

Xie An slowly shook his head and said: "It's not a compliment or a criticism, I mean, Li Hui makes people feel very strange. A nineteen-year-old boy lives under the Gu family in Wu County and is discriminated against. Such a poor family

It is impossible for a young man to have the insights and insights he has. Xie Xuan, when you were nineteen years old, you may not be so clear-headed, able to discern the internal and external patterns, be able to seek advantages and avoid disadvantages, refuse the invitation of the rich, and offend him.

People."

Xie Xuan frowned and said: "Isn't it precisely because of his youth and energy that he did this? But how could Fanfan choose to refuse Sima Huan's recruitment if he knew the current affairs?"

Xie An glanced at Xie Xuandao: "Xuan'er, you still have to practice before you can succeed. Li Hui's choice is not a young one. He gave me the feeling that he made a decision after careful consideration. He thought very clearly, so
Chapter completed!