"Jue, Si Xiaozhu, and Fan Chouyong'er have no other far-reaching strategy, and their forces are at odds with each other. When difficulties arise, they must do something. If I take advantage of my leisure, great things can be done." [Book of the Later Han Dynasty]
The envoys appointed by the imperial court were headed by Shi Caiyong, the Lantai Order, and Yilang Zhongshao was the deputy. They were stranded outside the camp gate carrying gold, silk, silk, jade, beads and other items.
Zhong Shao is the son of Taichang Zhongfu, and he is a man of perseverance and perseverance. This is not the first time he has been sent as an envoy. At that time, the general He Jin regretted that he privately summoned Dong Zhuo, the governor of Bingzhou, so he sent him to Dong Zhuo's army to announce the imperial edict and ordered Dong Zhuo to return.
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Unexpectedly, Dong Zhuo was unwilling and sent a sergeant to threaten Zhong Shao with a knife. Zhong Shao was not afraid at all at that time and held up the edict and shouted at others, so the soldiers did not dare to come forward. Dong Zhuo therefore resigned and returned to the Sunset Pavilion.
Recently, there have been many requests from people in the DPRK to serve as envoys for integrity. Although there are people with ulterior motives, there are also loyal people like Zhong Shao.
After the emperor learned of this story, he specially selected him. Worried that Cai Yong was not tough enough, he asked Zhong Shao to act as his deputy.
At this time, Zhong Shao had the emperor's orders. He had been waiting for a long time, but no one came out to greet him. He knew that he had been deliberately ignored, so he was furious and stepped forward and cursed: "You really want to be rebellious officials and traitors, and you are even sent by the emperor to do so."
Do you dare to be disrespectful to our envoy!"
Many people in the army who had seen Zhong Shao dare to accuse Dong Zhuo face-to-face without fear of strong soldiers had their faces changed when they saw Zhong Shao among the envoys and hurriedly went to the tent to pass the news.
After a while, the captains Li Jue, Guo Si, Fan Chou, Zhang Ji and others came out of the tent. After seeing Cai Yong, whom Dong Zhuo was close to at the time, everyone welcomed him into the tent without losing enthusiasm.
Li Jue and others presented Cai Yong to the main seat. Cai Yong also knew that this was not the time to be polite, so he took his seat and Zhong Shao sat beside him.
"Since we left Dongdu, Cai Gong has become more energetic." As soon as Li Jue finished speaking, someone echoed from the side.
"Yes, yes. When we heard that Mr. Cai was in jail, we were worried at first. But now that we see that Mr. Cai is safe and sound, we feel relieved."
Seeing that the Xiliang generals kept getting close to Cai Yong and deliberately ignored him, Zhong Shao did not get angry and just looked on coldly.
After everyone finished their polite greetings, they planned to talk further.
They had already prepared the specific details for tomorrow's battle, but who knew that the situation suddenly changed, and the Chang'an court took the initiative to release a signal of reconciliation, which surprised them. They didn't know what the court would send envoys to do now that the military morale was so high.
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Everyone held their own opinions, and finally went out to greet them at Jia Xu's suggestion. After all, the angels were already at the door, and they had to make contact first to understand the truth and reality.
Li Jue looked around at the crowd, deliberately pretending to be a general and leader, and said in a deep voice: "Duke Cai served under the Grand Master back then, so he can be said to be one of his own."
Cai Yong, who had just been released from prison, frowned and cursed in his mind: 'Who is one of our own with traitors like you!'
He couldn't help but glance at Zhong Shao, who had a cold expression. He felt worried and abruptly changed the topic: "I know that all generals are loyal and loyal. This time we raise the army out of necessity. We are not determined to confront His Majesty or the imperial court."
This immediately caused everyone to talk, and the upright Fan Chou stood up on the couch and said loudly: "What Mr. Cai said is absolutely true! If it weren't for the fact that Mr. Wang Yun couldn't bear to see me, the son of Liangzhou, and insisted on taking a
If the rule of not pardoning me for many years threatens to kill me, who is willing to go against the imperial court!"
As soon as Fan Chou finished speaking, Wang Fang, Li Meng and others under his command all agreed: "Yes, we have no choice but to ask Mr. Cai to save our lives in front of Your Majesty and forgive our sins."
The rebels began to divide into two factions as early as when Hongnong gathered troops. One faction was dominated by Niu Fu's old tribe and powerful Li Jue, Guo Si and others. Their plan was to capture Chang'an in one go and completely control the government.
The other faction was Dong Zhuo's old tribe, dominated by Fan Chou, Dong Cheng and others with average strength. They had no choice but to follow the rebellion. It was not until the victory of Xinfeng that they gradually tasted the benefits. At this time, they were frustrated under Chang'an City and had no hope of attacking the city. They were pardoned.
Things seemed to be turning around again, and the mood of several people began to waver again.
Seeing that something was wrong, Li Jue hurriedly interjected: "If the imperial court had issued an edict of pardon earlier, maybe we could have corrected our mistakes. But now that our sins are so heavy, I'm afraid it will be difficult to turn back."
At this time, Zhong Shao raised his brows and retorted: "Why can't you look back? As the saying goes, 'Who has no faults? You can correct your mistakes, and there is no greater good.' At that time, Han Sui followed the Qiang and Hu rebellions and attacked the counties due to the imperial court's misdeeds.
Isn't this what Gai Jingzhao said to him? He couldn't turn back, he couldn't bear to leave his troops and insisted on going against the imperial court!"
This was a direct reference to Sang scolding Huai. It was said so rudely that Li Jue's face turned red with anger and he was about to have a fit.
I saw Cai Yong immediately trying to smooth things over: "That's not what you said. Even if Han Sui rebelled, he still had the country in mind. Didn't he submit a petition last month to ask for forgiveness from your majesty? If you know your mistakes, you can correct them.
, it’s not too late, now that the imperial court has the intention to forgive, if you really have a heart to submit, what else is there to say? If not, everyone in the imperial court’s military power has also seen it, and you will naturally know the outcome of the confrontation.”
"Have Han Sui and others really surrendered to the imperial court?" Li Jue and others asked in surprise.
This was a secret, but Cai Yong said clearly: "How dare you talk nonsense about this matter? Han Sui, Ma Teng and others not only submitted the surrender list, but also said that they would lead the army to Chang'an to apply for the title. Calculate the time
, it’s only been the past few days.”
The rebels in Liangzhou led by Ma Teng and Han Sui invaded Sanfu several times. Li Jue and others had fought several tough battles with them under Dong Zhuo, and they all knew their respective strengths. If even people like Han Sui had surrendered,
If the imperial court and troops are brought to Chang'an, it will be difficult to fight this battle.
Although the troops and horses in Chang'an City went into battle less often, they advanced and retreated in an orderly manner and the troops and horses were strong. From the generals to the soldiers, they all fought bravely to kill the enemy. This is what everyone present has seen today, and there is no room for falsehood.
What's more, Chang'an City is also guarded by Huangfu Song, Zhao Qian and others with a group of experienced veterans, especially Huangfu Song. His reputation is almost unknown to everyone in the world. If you want to snatch the majestic city of Chang'an from him,
, I don’t know how much blood and sweat it will cost.
If it is true that Han Sui and others surrendered to the imperial court, is it necessary to continue this war?
Even though the rebels now have 100,000 people, in the current situation, they will not be able to capture Chang'an in less than ten days and a half. If Han Sui and others come with their troops, and the imperial guards in the city and Han Sui and others from outside attack from both sides, then what will happen?
At that time, everyone could not even go back to their hometown in Liangzhou!
All the generals were shocked and doubtful. Obviously, in many people's minds, taking Chang'an was no longer a question of whether it was worth it, but a question of whether it could be done.
Especially after what happened today when the emperor personally visited the city, which caused the morale of the rebels to be shaken. No matter how hard Li Jue tried to stabilize the morale of the army, anyone with a discerning eye knew that this seemingly powerful army of 100,000 people had actually been defeated for a long time.
It becomes a pile of scattered sand that can no longer be gathered together.
Fan Chou was overjoyed after hearing Cai Yong's words. Regardless of the ugly looks on Li Jue, Guo Si and others' faces, he asked, "I dare to ask Mr. Cai, how will the court arrange for us if we surrender here?"
"When you came, Your Majesty made it clear that not only will things of the past be forgotten, but you will also be given a reward to commend you for your integrity in not being afraid of chaos. As long as you continue to serve the country, you will still be our general.
." Cai Yong said.
Everyone, led by Fan Chou, was all happy. From now on, they no longer had to worry about turning into traitors and could continue to be the generals of the Han Dynasty.
Only Jia Xu heard something wrong. Isn't Wang Yun in charge of the court now? Why shouldn't it be 'Wang Situ has made it clear', but 'Your Majesty has made it clear'? In addition, this 'is not afraid of chaos'.
''s chaotic life, does it mean that he is not afraid of Wang Yun's chaotic life?
This is not what Wang Yun, who is in charge of government affairs, should say!