Chapter 459 Concerning the overall situation
Liu Xiu was still suspicious. Although he didn't want to believe that Liu Kuan was that kind of person, what kind of character did Han Yu have? At least in Liu Xiu's eyes, Han Yu was really a gentleman, and in some aspects he was much more perceptive than him, and he would never say those things for no reason.
So when Liu Xiu and Yin Shi came in together, Liu Xiu looked at Liu Kuan very obscurely, as if he wanted to see something from Liu Kuan, but after observing for a long time, he couldn't see anything.
Liu Kuan had the reaction and performance of a loyal subordinate. It was not that Liu Kuan was really loyal, but that this person was really hiding too deeply. Thinking of the second possibility, Liu Xiu really couldn't let it go. Treating Liu Kuan as he did in the past, Liu Xiu was still too young at this time, and it was precisely because of this that Liu Kuan, who was so cunning, noticed it and hid all the flaws vigilantly.
Yin Shi and Liu Kuan came to Liu Xiu to discuss the issue of food and grass for the army. It was not only the daily supply and needs of the army, but also the huge amount of food and grass consumed in this war. Therefore, the food stored in Yiyang City was not enough and could only last for less than a month. They came to Liu Xiu to discuss and find a solution for this.
Military food is a major issue related to the overall situation. Since Liu Xiu suspected Liu Kuan, how could he discuss with Liu Kuan and let Liu Kuan be responsible for such an important matter? Moreover, he promised Han Yu not to let Chen Chu and Liu Kuan be involved in important matters. A gentleman keeps his promise. Since he promised, he should do it. This is why Han Yu did not make any more arrangements on this matter, because he knew that Liu Xiu was a man who kept his promise.
Liu Kuan was not stupid. He knew that Han Yu must have said something to make Liu Xiu suspicious of him. In this case, it would not be easy for him to do anything here. It would be better to simply follow Liu Xiu's wishes and withdraw from this matter. On the contrary, it would make Liu Xiu less suspicious and it was also his way of self-protection.
"My Lord, I have been feeling unwell recently and a little tired. I have been holding on because of the many things in the army. This time we won a big victory and caused more than half of the enemy to be injured. The enemy dared not move during this period. I would like to ask you for an easier job so that I can recuperate for a while. I hope you can grant me your approval."
Liu Kuan suddenly proposed to change to a less busy position. This was exactly what Liu Xiu had in mind, but he couldn't find a reason, so he didn't say anything. Now Liu Kuan proposed it himself, which was considered a step for him. Liu Xiu breathed a sigh of relief and felt a little apologetic.
Does Liu Kuan's behavior mean that he is innocent, otherwise he would not have withdrawn so simply? Liu Kuan was not actually uncomfortable. Liu Xiu knew very well that this was just an excuse and pretext. He was afraid that Liu Kuan also noticed his suspicion, so he did this.
Liu Xiu felt a little sorry, but he still followed Liu Kuan's words. Not only did he agree to Han Yu, but the doubts in his heart did not completely disappear. Although Liu Xiu was kind and soft-hearted, he was not bad in other aspects. Otherwise, Han Yu would not have decided to follow Su Wenyue just because of what she said. Therefore, although Liu Kuan's actions made Liu Xiu feel a little sorry, more doubts followed.
Although Liu Kuan seemed to have cleared the rift, it was precisely because of this that people noticed more inappropriate things. Only people with something fishy in their hearts would be anxious to find ways to clear the charges and prove their innocence. Otherwise, why did Liu Kuan immediately respond when he showed some doubts? Is this called a guilty conscience? If Liu Xiu had no doubts about Liu Kuan before, he would really start to seriously think about Liu Kuan at this moment.
After getting Liu Xiu's approval, Liu Kuan felt a little depressed, but he was very good at hiding his thoughts. He retreated as if nothing had happened, but in his heart he was already thinking about how to eliminate Liu Xiu's suspicion, or he should prepare a way out for himself.
Yin Shi had been watching the abnormal performance and reaction of Liu Xiu and Liu Kuan. He was not a fool. If he had suspected that Han Yu had said bad things about him in front of Liu Xiu before, but now he didn't think so at all, the problem must be with Liu Kuan. Could it be...
In fact, Liu Xiu and Han Yu had slightly revealed some of the thieves in their group to Yin Shi, and they also wanted to wake Yin Shi up a little, so Yin Shi immediately thought of this problem after reacting, and his eyes changed a little when he looked at Liu Kuan's back.
Yin Shi and Liu Kuan got along well because there was no conflict of interest between them, and Liu Kuan had a good personality and was very good at dealing with people, so Yin Shi was happy to make more friends, but if Liu Kuan was really a spy sent by the enemy, Yin Shi's not-so-big eyes narrowed, revealing a bit of viciousness.
"Uncle Wen, what's wrong with Liu Kuan? Otherwise, why did you send him to a quieter place?" Yin Shi had a guess in his mind, and after much hesitation, he asked. After all, if Liu Kuan was really an internal thief, this would be a big problem, and he had to be on guard.
Liu Xiu looked at Yin Shi's probing expression. Yin Shi was not only his uncle, but also had interests tied to his. There was no need to hide it from him. Moreover, Yin Shi and Liu Xiu had just come to see him together, which showed that they had a good relationship. It would be best for Yin Shi to be more cautious, so as not to be exploited by Liu Kuan. Of course, this was on the premise that Liu Kuan was really an internal thief.
Liu Xiu told Yin Shi all of Han Yu's suspicions and guesses. Although Yin Shi didn't get along with Han Yu, he believed Han Yu's words more than Liu Xiu, and immediately regarded Chen Chu and Liu Kuan as internal thieves.
"Uncle Wen, Han Yu was right this time. It would be better to kill a thousand people than let a hundred go. Besides, there are many doubts about them. There is probably something wrong with them. If Han Yu didn't have half of them, With the above assurance, you won't tell the truth. You can't be merciful. You can't do anything too much for this kind of thing." Yin Shi is quite consistent with Han Yu's thoughts on this point, but Han Yu's thoughts are quite consistent. Yu was more tactful and artistic in his speech, while Yin Shi was more direct. He was mainly angry, and no one would be polite to a traitor.
Liu Xiu actually didn't agree with what Yin Shi said. Yin Shi's behavior was too ruthless. He still said that before there was evidence, he would never do anything to his subordinates because of his doubts and doubts. Anyway, He has decided to put Chen Chu and Liu Kuan in less important positions, so it won't cause any serious problems.
"Uncle Ci, these are just suspicions and speculations. We have no evidence. It remains to be verified whether this is the case. Just have an idea. The original intention of me telling you is to make you more vigilant and not to be taken advantage of. As for the rest, I have my own ideas.”
When Yin Shi heard what Liu Xiu said, he frowned unconsciously, disapproving of Liu Xiu's behavior.