"Believe in Buddhism?" Liu Ziqiu smiled and shook his head, "I don't believe in Buddhism."
Once a general succeeds, thousands of bones will wither. He is a warrior, and it is inevitable that human lives will be on his hands. How can he believe in Buddhism?
Gao Xiuer stared at his wrist: "Then why are you wearing a string of Buddhist beads?"
Liu Ziqiu looked down and was surprised. This string of Buddhist beads was given to him by Daoxin, the fourth ancestor of Zen Buddhism, when he was in Shaolin Temple. He always wore it on his wrist without taking it seriously.
I don’t know what kind of material this string of beads is made of. In short, the color is getting darker and darker when worn on his wrist. It is difficult to detect it when placed together with his black clothes and armor. Don’t say that Gao Xiuer didn’t notice it in the past two days, even Liu Ziqiu
I also gradually ignored the existence of this string of beads.
However, I don't know what happened today, but this string of Buddhist beads shone brightly, and seven colors could be faintly seen in the magical light. It was precisely because of the seven colors of the Buddhist beads that Gao Xiuer's attention was attracted.
"I'm wearing it for fun, don't worry about it." Liu Ziqiu himself didn't know when this string of beads would undergo such a change. However, he had also heard of a saying in Buddhism: Put down the butcher's knife and become a Buddha immediately. Is it possible?
If I saved these people today without killing a single person, would there be signs of becoming a Buddha?
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The return journey went smoothly. The two armies of Liu Ziqiu and Li Yuan were engaged in a fierce battle in Hongnong. The garrison in Xiyang County was transferred to the front line by Li Yuan. Shangluo County was close to Chang'an and was under the control of Yang Xuangan in the past. Now it is
It had long been under the control of Liu Ziqiu. When Liu Ziqiu arrived in Shangluo, he finally breathed a sigh of relief.
Li Zheng, the prefect of Shangluo, was also a peripheral child of the Li family in Longxi, but his relationship with the Li family was not close, so he was appointed by Liu Ziqiu to the important place of Shangluo. The power of the family has long penetrated into every corner of society, unless something happens.
Otherwise, Liu Ziqiu would not be able to completely abandon the influence of the aristocratic family. Reusing the peripheral children of the aristocratic family is actually a way of balancing for Liu Ziqiu.
Li Zheng welcomed Liu Ziqiu into the lobby, raised his hands and said: "My lord has captured Li Yuan's son, why not send someone to reveal the news and force Li Yuan to submit?"
Liu Ziqiu shook his head and said: "Li Yuan is a person who does big things, so how can he care about his son? Besides, Liu acts openly and aboveboard, so how can he threaten Li Yuan's family? Wait, even though Liu is not on the front line
, but Liu believes that Wenhao and the others will not disappoint Liu."
Before he finished speaking, he saw a postman running in from outside the door and said loudly: "Congratulations, lord, congratulations, lord, on the great victory in Hongnong!"
Liu Ziqiu said happily: "How is the battle going?"
The postman quickly took off a red urgent document from his body and presented it to Liu Ziqiu with both hands. Liu Ziqiu opened it and saw that a day ago, Wen Hao had defeated the main force of Li Yuan's army and killed more than 50,000 enemies.
Mianchi and Yiyang counties have been captured, only a few dozen miles away from the western suburbs of Luoyang.
Li Zheng also said happily: "My lord, why don't you order us to pursue the victory and take Luoyang directly?"
Liu Ziqiu shook his head and said: "Yang Guang spent countless money to build Luoyang. How could Liu have the heart to let it be destroyed in the war? General Liu ordered that the three armies should stay put for the time being. Liu has his own plans." He took out it again.
A piece of paper came and said: "Master Li, send someone immediately to grab some medicine for Liu."
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In Luoyang City, when he heard the news of Hongnong's defeat, Li Yuan was as anxious as an ant on a hot pot. In this battle, he not only lost 100,000 elite men, but also his most trusted nephew Li Xiaogong was killed in the rebellion.
中. This blow was a huge blow to Li Yuan. In addition, the Wagang army in the east that captured Xingyang became increasingly aggressive. Almost overnight, half of Li Yuan's hair turned white.
However, Li Yuan is still waiting. He still has a glimmer of hope for a comeback, and that is Li Shimin and Changsun Wuji who were sent to Jiangnan.
A few days ago, he received news that the Changshan Army, which occupied Runan and Huai'an, suddenly stopped moving northward and at the same time strengthened inspections at various intersections. This showed that Li Shimin and the others had succeeded in Jiangnan.
In order to ensure that Li Shimin and the others could come back safely, Li Yuan even sent an elite force to respond even though his troops were already stretched thin, which shows that Li Yuan placed high hopes on this matter.
The days of waiting are always extremely painful. There is no sign of Li Shimin and his entourage, but news comes that the Changshan Army has begun to move north. The Changshan Army moved very quickly. In just three days, it penetrated deep into Yingchuan County and even reached Fugou.
In the three counties of Yancheng and Beiwu, the vanguard has arrived directly at the foot of Yingchuan City.
At this moment, Hongnong, west of Luoyang, had been captured by the Hexi Army. The forwards of the Hexi Army even captured Mianchi and Yiyang, which were already under the jurisdiction of Henan County. The west of Luoyang was already wide open.
To the east of Luoyang, Zhai Rang's Wagang Army captured Xingyang and completely blocked Li Yuan's troops in Sishui Pass. Especially after Zhai Rang defeated Zhang Xutuo and surrendered Qin Shubao, Luo Shixin's strength greatly increased, even though
Without the restraint of the Hexi Army, Li Yuan could not guarantee that he could defeat the Wagang Army.
The east and west sides of Luoyang are in emergency at the same time, and Yingchuan is not only the gateway to the south of Luoyang, but also related to Luoyang's money and food supply. What's more terrible is that the Changshan Army suddenly invaded northward in a large scale, which means bad news. Li Shimin may have missed it.
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Li Yuan refused to admit defeat and still took chances. On the one hand, he sent Li Jiancheng to lead the army to reinforce Yingchuan, and on the other hand, he spread the news that Liu Ziqiu's wife and children had been captured to confuse the opponent's military morale. However, after only one day, Li Yuan's hope was shattered.
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On this day, Changsun Wuji suddenly appeared in the Tang Palace.
Changsun Wuji was seriously ill because he was not accustomed to the climate. After becoming Liu Ziqiu's prisoner, Gao Xiuer personally checked his pulse and prescribed a prescription. After ten days of nursing, Changsun Wuji gradually recovered. Changsun Wuji felt guilty.
, he asked to see Liu Ziqiu several times, but was rejected. Until two days ago, Liu Ziqiu suddenly let him go and asked him to bring a letter to Li Yuan.
This is an ultimatum. If Li Yuan does not surrender within three days, Liu Ziqiu will launch a general attack on Luoyang from the west and south at the same time. What's more terrible is that the return of Changsun Wuji also brought the capture of Li Shimin.
With the news, Li Yuan's last glimmer of hope was completely shattered.
Li Yuan looked around, let out a long sigh, and said: "Li is no longer able to recover. You should find another job."
Liu Wenjing patted her chest and said: "The prince still has one hundred thousand elite soldiers under his command. If we use up the wealth in Luoyang Palace and the Linxi Garden to recruit righteous men, we can still fight! Why do you say this!"
Pei Ji shook his head and said, "If Liu Ziqiu wants to force the prince to surrender, it depends on what conditions he is willing to offer. If he is willing to protect the prince and everyone else's prosperity, then so be it. Otherwise, he will definitely fight to the death with him!"
Li Yuan pondered: "What you all said makes sense. Yes, Li can also put forward conditions. To save your future and Li's title, it depends on whether Liu Ziqiu agrees. But I don't know who is willing to send Hongnong as an envoy?"
At this time, Liu Ziqiu had already escorted Li Shimin to Hongnong, and Changsun Wuji was released from Hongnong. Because of this, Li Yuan felt even more pressure.
Liu Wenjing thought for a while and said with a smile: "When it comes to messengers, there is one person who is just right."
Li Yuan asked repeatedly: "Who?"
Liu Wenjing squeezed out three words: "Yu Shiji!"
The last time Yu Shiji was sent as an envoy to Luoyang by Liu Ziqiu, he was detained. However, Yu Shinan, who took the initiative to ask for an envoy to Chang'an, had been entrusted with an important task by Liu Ziqiu and completely turned to Liu Ziqiu. Therefore, Yu Shiji's life in Luoyang was even more difficult.
Being thrown into prison by Li Yuan can be regarded as being dragged down by Yu Shinan.
Li Yuan couldn't help but frowned and said, "I'm afraid Yu Shiji won't try his best."
Pei Ji quickly raised his hands and said, "Your Majesty, my subordinates are willing to go with Yu Shiji!"
Li Yuan still had great trust in Pei Ji. He nodded and said, "Master Pei, you should be careful when you go here. If you see something that cannot be done, you should try to escape intact."
Pei Ji bowed and said: "Please rest assured, Your Majesty, I will fulfill my mission!"
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Hongnong is located between the two capitals. Its geographical location is very unique and it is much more prosperous than other ordinary counties. In Hongnong, the most famous family is the Yang family, and the most famous Yang Guifei in history is Yang Yuhuan.
It came from this family, of course, that was hundreds of years later.
The Yang family is also very wealthy now. Although it is not as good as the Li family in Longxi, the Yang family's mansion is also quite large after years of accumulation. After Liu Ziqiu came to Hongnong, he lived in the Yang family's mansion. After a few years,
On the same day, another large group of people came from Chang'an and moved into the Yang family compound. The entire Yang family suddenly became more lively than ever.
The subsequent team was mainly composed of female family members, including Liu Ziqiu's two women, Mu Duoli and Lin Qiaoer, as well as the female guards trained by Mu Duoli, as well as various civil and military family members. However, Fan Lihua had just given birth to a child for Wen Hao.
My son is staying in Chang'an for confinement and could not come over.
In addition, Empress Xiao, Yang You, Yang Tan, the little princess and Xue Yeer were also included in this group. Just for safety reasons, Liu Ziqiu did not disclose their identities.
Regarding Mu Duoli, Lin Qiaoer and Tuoba Qianyu, Liu Ziqiu had already told Gao Xiuer and did not hide anything. Of course, Liu Ziqiu still felt a little guilty. After all, he had already cheated on his wife, and he had cheated on her twice in one go.
As for Tuoba Qianyu, I am afraid that he has cheated on her mentally. Fortunately, Gao Xiuer did not show any displeasure.
In any case, the status of Lady Gao Xiuer is unshakable. In this era, the status of a lady is extremely high. Like the head of the family, she has the power of life and death over the maids, concubines and slaves in the family. If Gao Xiuer is jealous, Lin Qiaoer and Mu Duo
Li's life was not easy.
Although Lin Qiaoer and Mu Duoli were older than Gao Xiuer, when they came to visit, their uneasiness was palpable.