Life is getting harder and harder! Not only is it hard to live, but it is also going to be fatal!
After receiving the secret message from Wu Yingxiong from Beijing, Wu Sangui's mood suddenly fell into an ice cave. His hands and feet were cold and his head was dizzy.
"...Keep your integrity to the end and keep your position...How can you talk to others if the matter is not secret? Now that the court is suspicious, what can you do?"
Wu Yingxiong's letter persuaded his father not to act rashly and to abide by his ministerial integrity. He rejected the "suggestion" to escape from Beijing and come to Yunnan. He also told Wu Sangui with great fear that he contacted the governor and important officials and said, "There are saints in the Han family who will never forget their homeland.
The secret letter containing the content of "Hope to communicate with each other and work together to restore the Central Plains" has become known to the Qing court. The court is very suspicious and does not know how to deal with it?
It was all a lie and a false accusation. Just when Wu Sangui had this idea, he suddenly realized something and couldn't help but feel overwhelmed.
Forged letters? Yes, the pseudo-clan has used this trick before and is still using it now, and the methods are more sinister and vicious. Wu Sangui doesn’t know who the fake letters are sent to, but he knows that there must be many people and himself
The relationship was not harmonious, and he must have submitted the letter to the court to expose his "treason" in order to seek credit or reward, or to add insult to injury.
Frightened, frightened and hated, Wu Sangui was panicked, but lost his mind and hurriedly invited Fang Guangchen and Liu Xuanchu to discuss a solution together.
A matter that could have been completely defended had a very serious impact at the right time. When Fang Guangchen and Liu Xuanchu heard what happened and Wu Sangui's guess, they were also shocked. They looked heavy for a while and were silent for a long time.
Spreading, fermenting... rumors are terrible! Divorce tactics are very common, but very effective, especially at times like now.
"How can we separate the monarch and his ministers who have no rift? How can we trust each other in civil and military affairs?" Liu Xuanchu shook his head feebly for a long time: "First there is a gap, and then the estrangement can be used. For example, the relationship between the prince and the court is that of Zhou Yuzhi
In the case of Sun Ce, or in the case of Guan Zhangzhi in the case of Liu Bei, it is not called using time but humiliating oneself. But now, it is——"
Wu Sangui naturally knew the meaning of Liu Xuanchu's words. He had suffered a series of defeats in Yunnan Province and had retreated to a corner. Although it was not that he was not trying his best, combined with the rumors, it made him feel as if he could not escape even if he jumped into the Yellow River.
"The Manchu troops suffered a defeat in Shuixi, and they accused Li Benzhen and Wu Zhimao of mobilizing them indiscriminately and without any response." Fang Guangchen suddenly said thoughtfully: "Li and Wu have not yet sent a letter of apology. I am guessing that they are.
It is inseparable from the forgery of the prince’s letters and false transmission of the prince’s military orders. If so, I’m afraid it will add insult to injury and make the court even more suspicious!”
Wu Sangui sighed in despair, secretly regretting that he had taken the matter too simply. He only reported the situation to Dian Province and added a private seal. If he had notified all parties after discovering that his opponent could forge his own seal, maybe he would not have
caused the current predicament.
"Bachelor Maleji and Minister Shi Tu are in Yunnan Province. Maybe things can turn around." Seeing Wu Sangui's dejected look, Fang Guangchen had to rack his brains to think of a way for his benefactor. "The prince can spend a lot of money to win over him and show the enemy the military order he forged before."
He wrote a letter, and then led him to review the army, stating that money and food were difficult. As long as the salary and food were sufficient, the prince would lead the army to fight to the death against the Puppet Ming. In addition, he could send an army to suppress the Shuixi to appease the anger of the Manchurian generals. If he could attack the Shuixi
Winning can also alleviate the court's suspicion."
The Qing court sent scholar Ma Leji and minister Shi Tu to Yunnan to "face business opportunities" with Sangui. The biggest difficulty for the Qing court now was the money and food for soldiers and horses, which could not meet the amount listed by Wu Sangui. Mal Ji and Shi Tu originally
A solution has been discussed with Wu Sangui. Wu Sangui was first asked to "try to find ways to deal with it", and then the Ministry of Household Affairs allocated as much as possible this year's salary as support.
But now that the charges of forging letters, contacting the governors of the world, and plotting rebellion were suddenly placed on Wu Sangui, the previous discussions must have been countless. He did not have enough money and food, and he was unwilling to fight with the Ming army in Yunnan Province. Fang Guangchen
The meaning is to pick up the soft persimmons first and dispel some of the court's suspicions.
"Wu Zhimao and Li Benzhen mobilized without authorization and failed to respond effectively. They should be punished with a reduced sentence." Liu Xuanchu suddenly said in a deep voice: "Your Majesty should send capable generals to replace them so that Shuixi can be annihilated smoothly."
Wu Sangui's eyes flashed, and he nodded as if he had realized something. The situation in Yunnan Province was not in his favor. He had already made plans to abandon Yunnan and move into Guizhou. Now it is even more important to control the military power in Guizhou Province. Firstly, he can have a place to live, and secondly,
It would also make the court feel scrupulous.
The idea of giving up military power in order for the court to believe in his loyalty flashed through Wu Sangui's mind, and was immediately rejected by him. If that were to happen, one day, the court would use any excuse to eradicate him, but he had no power to resist.
He could be killed by his neck. When he thought about the consequences, he couldn't help but shuddered all over!
Moreover, even if he wanted to do this, a group of core people around him could not willingly submit to orders and be slaughtered. The Qing army was so powerful that when it swept across the southwest, no one had any other thoughts. But the situation continued to change.
After losing many troops, some subordinates who "cared for their motherland" appeared. Among them was his son-in-law Hu Guozhu, which made Wu Sangui feel helpless and sad.
"I want to submit a memorial to explain clearly and clear away the suspicion." Wu Sangui was distraught, stroking his bare forehead and murmuring.
"My lord, no." Fang Guangchen and Liu Xuanchu stopped him almost at the same time. They looked at each other and couldn't help but smile bitterly. Fang Guangchen stretched out his hand to let Liu Xuanchu explain to the astonished Wu Sangui.
"Your Majesty can submit a memorial, but you cannot explain the matter." Liu Xuanchu said slowly: "The imperial court has not yet pursued the investigation. How did the prince know that he was in Yunnan? The prince inquired about the affairs of the imperial court. The prince knew everything, but no one knew about it. This is why
1. The imperial court has not issued an order for the prince to defend himself, but the explanation at this time makes people suspect that the prince is guilty of being a thief and that there is no three hundred taels of silver in this place."
Wu Sangui came to his senses, nodded repeatedly, and said: "Xuanchu, Xian Ting's words are very true. I am confused and confused, and I almost missed important events."
"The prince can move his family members and relatives of soldiers and generals." Fang Guangchen pondered for a moment and continued to suggest: "You can let Malji and Shitu know. If the prince is plotting rebellion, how can he move his family members behind? Although he is afraid of the enemy.
However, compared with plotting rebellion, it is obviously not worth mentioning, and it is more reassuring to the court."
"Your Majesty, please be at ease." Liu Xuanchu consoled him: "How dare the imperial court touch the Prince at this time? It must be gentle words to appease him. As time goes by, the Prince will be able to slowly prove himself."
"I hope so!" Wu Sangui smiled bitterly and kept shaking his head. How can it be so easy to endure such an unflattering situation?