I Can Control My Ancestors-Chapter 302 - 13: The Gentleman Strives Unceasingly
However, Liu Shan directly agreed to this matter.
Regardless of Gu Ye’s surname or the candidates left by Zhuge Liang, it was enough for him to make such a choice.
But what no one expected was——
Gu Ye refused!
Gu Yi naturally would not become Chancellor.
With his level of skill, he could indeed handle some reforms, but governing a nation as Chancellor was impossible for him to match those who could leave their names in history.
Furthermore, for Gu Yi, he was ultimately destined to leave Luoyang.
The position of Chancellor was merely a burden for him!
Gu Yi directly manipulated Gu Ye to submit a memorial requesting Liu Shan to appoint Zhang Hua as Chancellor.
In fact, if Zhong Hui could change his personality, his ability as Chancellor would be more than sufficient.
Moreover, this guy was quick-witted.
He could also quickly accept the various reforms of Gu Yi.
But unfortunately, this guy was too arrogant and self-opinionated.
Zhang Hua, on the other hand, was different.
Although Zhang Hua’s current status in the court was not high, there had never been any mistakes in the matters he handled.
Moreover, Zhang Hua was someone whom Gu Chen had promoted in the past.
The most crucial point is——
This guy’s abilities perfectly met the requirements of the Gu Clan!
In the original history, he balanced the powers well in the chaotic court of the Western Jin.
With such a person in the court, Gu Yi could truly be at ease.
The entire court was shocked by Gu Ye’s decision.
Was there really someone who could refuse the position of Chancellor when it was delivered to them on a silver platter?
Even Liu Shan found it somewhat incomprehensible.
He summoned Gu Ye several times to ask why, and even Liu Chen came to see Gu Ye, all puzzled by why Gu Ye would act this way.
This time, Gu Yi did not hide the truth.
He directly spoke of his concerns about the Barbarians on all sides.
Liu Shan was unimpressed, advising Gu Ye not to overreact, just to stay honestly in Luoyang and help him govern the world.
As for Liu Chen, his attitude was extremely serious. He solemnly bowed to Gu Ye and said, "Zhao De, high virtue!"
No one expected...
That even for the position of Chancellor, there would be such a saga of thrice refusing and thrice offering it.
After Gu Ye’s several refusals.
Liu Shan, in utter helplessness, could only agree to his suggestion and pass the position of Chancellor to Zhang Hua.
But how could Zhang Hua agree?
He was still just a Minister, suddenly rising to the head of all officials. This leap was something even he found hard to accept.
Zhang Hua even came to see Gu Ye.
He hoped that Gu Ye would accept the position of Chancellor and wouldn’t pass it to him no matter what.
Gu Yi didn’t say much.
Instead, he manipulated Gu Ye to lead Zhang Hua directly to the Imperial Palace to see Liu Shan.
He asked Liu Shan to recount Gu Chen’s evaluation of Zhang Hua from years ago.
Other things Liu Shan might forget.
But he had long remembered what Gu Chen left behind by heart.
"With a vast knowledge akin to the ocean absorbing rivers, possessing the capacity to handle world affairs, yet being too straight-laced, fearing harm from petty schemers—but as a great minister in prosperous times, he is well capable of significant use."
Upon hearing Liu Shan recite these words, Zhang Hua was instantly dumbfounded.
He never expected;
That Gu Chen could make such a judgment about him when he was so young!
Gu Yi first manipulated Gu Ye to bow to Liu Shan, then patted Zhang Hua on the shoulder, and solemnly said, "Mao Xian, do not let down the expectations of your grandfather."
With just a simple sentence, Zhang Hua’s eyes turned red.
He looked at Gu Ye and then at Liu Shan.
Finally, he seriously nodded.
He solemnly knelt before Liu Shan.
"I, your servant, accept the command!"....
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"In the eighth year of Yanxi of the Yan Han, Yan Han’s Chancellor Jiang Wan fell ill and submitted a memorial to resign, recommending Gu Ye as Chancellor, which the Emperor approved. 𝙛𝒓𝓮𝙚𝔀𝒆𝒃𝓷𝒐𝓿𝙚𝓵.𝙘𝒐𝒎
Gu Ye, well-versed in border matters, after observing the stars at night, advised in the Xuanshi Hall: ’I am good at planning but lack decisiveness, Minister Zhang Hua understands military strategy and discerns military affairs, if appointed as Chancellor, he could stabilize the nation.’
Thus, he thrice declined the position.
Subsequent generations praised: ’Ye’s brightness radiates without dazzling the temple. Yielding the Chancellor to support the state, calming the four Barbarians with his legacy.’
——"Chinese Dictionary. Yielding the Chancellor for the State’s Stability"
