It is already the twelfth lunar month, snowflakes are flying all over the sky, and Luoyang is covered in snow both inside and outside.
The masters who built the capital had all been sent away. Each man took two pieces of woolen cloth as a reward and set out on his way home.
In the past two or three years, although the people of Henan Prefecture, Zhengzhou, Shaanzhou, Guozhou and even Tonghua Prefecture did not have to go to war, they were sent to Luoyang in turn to build palaces, houses, ponds, and canals, which was still very hard.
Next year, people from Jingzhao Prefecture, Shangzhou, Junzhou, Yaozhou, Qianzhou and Guandong's Chen and Xu states will be recruited to Luoyang to continue building the capital.
Zhao Kuangming walked along the north bank of Luoshui River, and under the guidance of the sergeant, entered the Tongxian Gate - there are two gates in the south of Shangyang Palace City, the west is called Tongxian Gate and the east is called Xianluo Gate.
Inside Tongxianmen is Gantangyuan. There are rockeries, woods, and artificial hot springs in the courtyard. There is a small room next to the hot springs. Shao Shude is wearing a purple robe and lying leisurely on the bed.
There were several women serving beside him, some were making tea, some were beating their legs, some were serving cakes, and some were standing aside in a lively manner, waiting to be called.
"I have met Your Highness." Zhao Kuangming bowed and saluted.
"Zhao Erlang is so young and has the ability to fight. He is much better than the boys in my family." Shao Shude told him to sit down.
The woman made tea and poured a bowl for Shao Shude and Zhao Kuangming respectively.
"Are you Princess Liang?" Zhao Kuangming subconsciously called out. After saying that, he shut up again, looking worried, and it was obvious that he said the wrong thing.
"There are only Mrs. Shao here, how can there be Princess Liang?" Zhang Hui smiled and stepped aside.
"Indeed." Zhao Kuangming laughed twice.
Shao Shude looked at him funny, his smile unreadable.
Zhao Kuangming was startled and lowered his head. He has a problem, he likes to think too much. No, his mind was already racing, thinking about the meaning behind Shao Shude's smile.
When he entered the Tongxian Sect, he saw many palace people busy at work. These people ranged in age, including girls aged eleven or twelve and women in their thirties or forties.
They have different ages, different looks, and different looks - there is a pair of twin sisters with blue eyes. They are not from the Central Plains at first glance. They look weird no matter what.
I didn't understand it at the time, but I suddenly realized that these were the "trophies" of King Xia, and they were all given to the palace officials of Shangyang Palace. Well, most of them were affiliated with the Yeting Bureau, and were enjoyed by Dezong and Xianzong in those days. After rebelling against the general's wife, they were all sent to the Yeting Bureau. King Xia probably did the same.
After thinking of King Xia's old problem, Zhao Kuangming suddenly felt a little uncomfortable.
"Xian Kunzhong did a great job in conquering the rebel generals in Jingnan this time." Shao Shude changed into a comfortable position on Hu's bed and said: "Xu Cun, Ximen Daozhao and others have seized the prefectures and counties without the order of the imperial court. I would have In order to attack him, the loyal army attacked Jiangling and captured Xu Cun. This is a great act of kindness."
"Brother, I can't stand these rebellious officials and traitors..." Halfway through his words, Zhao Kuangming felt that he had said the wrong thing again, so he wisely shut up.
The biggest treacherous traitor in the world is right in front of him. If it weren't for his generous nature, he would have been captured by now.
However, although Shao Shude lived in Shangyang Palace in a grand manner, he did not have the consciousness of being a rebellious minister. Instead, he praised: "Shuai Zhao is a loyal minister, I already knew it."
Zhao Kuangming looked up and wondered what kind of medicine Shao Shude was selling in his gourd.
"There is an order from the imperial court, will you obey it?" Shao Shude suddenly asked.
Zhao Kuangming was stunned.
Shao Shude clapped his hands.
Chu came from behind and handed a copy of the book to Zhao Kuangming.
Zhao Kuangming's eyes widened. Good guy, the imperial edict was just taken out without any cover-up?
He subconsciously took it and picked it up to take a look: "In the past, Li Bi once said that a real man must walk on the edge of his life to gain fame and fame, but he can work hard and follow the ranks to seek official positions. Only by having ambition can he be strong, and by mastering the plan, can he be free at night.
Lamb Qiu, who drove Xiong Shi away from the court and was not ashamed to go to Zhe, is he here?...Now we are entrusting the vassal government and trying to use public talents. To provide justice for the country, we will see success in three years; to convey loyalty to the country, we must give orders.
The people will be safe. They will be rewarded by the emperor and given greater official honors. It is necessary to send him to serve as the governor of Jingnan."
"This is..." Zhao Kuangming's hands were shaking a little, and it was obvious that he was not in a very calm mood.
The imperial court appointed Zhao Kuangning as the book-maker for Jingnan Jiedushi, and he was filled with joy and worry after reading it.
Xi then had the great righteousness of the imperial court, and the attack on Kui Gorge, Langzhou and other places was justified.
Youze's brother is in charge of Jingzhou, where will you go?
Therefore, he remained silent and felt complicated.
"The imperial court made a book, and the middle official Wang Yanfan took him to Xiangyang to deliver the decree. The angel is in Luoyang now and will go south in a while." Shao Shude opened his eyes and lied, and said with a smile: "Brother, you have made extraordinary achievements, and you deserve to receive it.
This reward. After you go to Jiangling, you should manage your affairs well and repay the emperor's kindness."
Zhao Kuangming sighed inaudibly.
"May I ask who will succeed Xiangzhen Jiedushi?" Zhao Kuangming asked.
"The imperial servant of the school, the imperial censor, and the military envoy Guan Kairun will succeed the military envoy of the Zhongyi army." Shao Shude replied.
Zhao Kuangming was not surprised at all.
Before he came, he had a long talk with his brother. It would be great if he could control both Xiangyang and Jiangling. If he couldn't, he would take Jiangling and abandon Xiangyang.
Of course, this is the bottom line. Interests beyond the bottom line must be fought for to the extent possible.
Xiang, Ying, and Fuzhou cannot be handed over in vain, they must be exchanged for something.
"I, the Zhao family, run Xiangyang for two generations..." Zhao Kuangming cleared his throat and said.
Shao Shude gently patted the armrest of Hu's bed and said, "It's time to let go."
Zhao Kuangming was stunned for a moment and looked at Shao Shude.
"It's time to let go." Shao Shude repeated it again, then stood up, walked to a map hanging on the wall, and said: "Kuixia Town is abandoned, Jingnan can lead Jingxia, Gui, Kui, Zhong,
There are thirty-eight counties in Wan, Fu, Li, and Lang Jiuzhou. Your brother has already captured Jiangling Prefecture, Xiazhou, and Lizhou. There are no big enemies in the other six states, so it is not difficult to take them. Isn't it better to be the master of these nine states than in Xiangyang?
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"Your Highness, Ximen Daozhao, Lei Man, Deng Jinsi and others are fierce and barbaric, and Ma Yin is also watching with eager eyes. There are also signs of Li Maozhen coming eastward in the gorge. With a pack of wolves watching, I'm afraid..." Zhao Kuangming hesitated for a moment, and then said.
Logically speaking, it is indeed better to be the governor of Jingnan than to continue to stay in Xiangyang.
Of the seven counties in Xiangyang, four are disobedient. Among them, Dengcheng County is even more annoying at the door of the house. If something happens to you, you may not have time to react.
But the problem is that Jiangling Mansion was conquered by the Zhao family themselves, and the King of Xia did not provide direct support, so why should they be allowed to move the town?
Okay, you have many soldiers and strong generals, but you can't be unreasonable, right? If you want us to hand over Xiangyang, you must give us some benefits.
"Brother Deng Jinsi from Yuezhou, I sent troops to take care of him." Shao Shude said: "When our army enters Yuezhou, Ma Yin will be frightened and will no longer pose a threat to Jiangling."
Zhao Kuangming's expression changed. This was a real benefit. And he believed that King Xia would fulfill his promise and would not lie to them.
"Another three thousand war horses will be given and sent to Jiangling." Shao Shude asked again: "What are these conditions? May they help you achieve your goal?"
Zhao Kuangming was overjoyed. Three thousand war horses was a big deal.
"Whether it's successful or not, let me give you a happy word." Shao Shude stared at Zhao Kuangming and said.
Zhao Kuangming did not dare to hesitate any longer and immediately replied: "Since I have been ordered by the court, my brother should move to the town."
There was no point in not agreeing. He was worried that if Shao Shude turned against him, not only would his own life be in danger, but the army attacking Deng Jinsi would probably march straight into Xiangyang and fight against them.
At that time, the sky and the sky will not respond, and the earth and the earth will not work. Deng Jinsi, Lei Man, Ma Yin, Ximen Daozhao, etc., are enemies on all sides, how will they live this day?
"He who knows the current affairs is a hero." Shao Shude smiled and said: "Jingnan is a big town, and Xiangzhen only has three states. How can it compare? Go to Jiangling to manage politics. I will remember the contribution of the Zhao brothers. Well, if you are worried
If the troops are insufficient, you can go to Helong and Guanbei to recruit five thousand warriors to strengthen the army."
"Thank you for all the rewards, Your Highness," Zhao Kuangming replied.
I am sincere this time. Go to the northwest to recruit 5,000 soldiers, and if you train them carefully, you will be a strong force.
Why is Hunan Ma Yin so arrogant? Isn't it because of his Cai soldiers and the "Cai-hua" Hunan local soldiers?
Xu Cun only had a few thousand men, so why did they fight for so long? Wasn't it because his Cai soldiers were brave and good at fighting?
The royal decree granted by the imperial court, three thousand war horses, a promise to recruit five thousand soldiers, and reinforcements to attack Yuezhou were the four conditions promised by King Xia. Zhao Kuangming felt privately that this was actually quite kind.
If the situation is like this, what can you do if you don't agree? Is it fun to be surrounded by all parties, hanged up and beaten?
Moreover, among the bottom lines for negotiation given by his brother, Xiangyang can be given up. In exchange for Xiangyang, Ying, and 13 counties in three states, Zhao Kuangming felt that he had "fulfilled his mission" in exchange for four pretty good conditions.
After the terms were negotiated, both parties naturally enjoyed themselves and enjoyed themselves happily.
At three o'clock in the morning, Zhao Kuangming left Gantangyuan, went out of the Immortal Gate, and came to the street.
The sky in the distance was filled with leaden gray clouds, and the north wind howled endlessly.
Zhao Kuangming stood quietly for a long time looking at the quiet Shangyang Palace and the majestic Ziwei City in the northeast.
"Alas!" He shook off the snowflakes on his body and suddenly felt very boring.
So what if he gets to Jingnan? Shao Shude is unwilling to tolerate the existence of the feudal town. He should be busy usurping the throne now. After the new dynasty is established, he will definitely expand his territory. Jingnan Town is directly adjacent to its border.
If you are not careful, war will break out.
It seems that the days of leisure will last only a few days.
Moreover, there is a more difficult problem. After the establishment of the new dynasty, should Jingnan Town continue to obey the Tang Dynasty, or should it send envoys to Luoyang and submit to Shao Shude?
Logically speaking, I should surrender to the new dynasty, but I'm afraid my brother won't be happy with it.
Zhao Kuangming walked eastward along the street aimlessly.
When we arrived at Xianluo Gate, we saw from a distance the horse-riding Yuhou of the Shannan West Road, and Zhuge Chang, the commander of the Yameni army, riding his horse all the way north. From that look, he seemed to be entering Shangyang Palace through Tixiang Gate.
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This is a combination of soft and hard tactics! He shook his head, Luoyang is not my hometown, so he should go back early.