On the fifth day of the tenth month of the first year of Dashun, Prime Minister Du Rangneng and his entourage lived like a year in Liquanyi.
"The Jingyuan rebellious master cannot be persuaded anymore."
"Prime Minister Du, don't blame yourself too much. The rebellion in Jingshi occurred during the Jianzhong period..." Liu Chonglu, Zuo Bequé, consoled him.
"The role of prime minister is to pacify the barbarians externally and bring peace to the people internally. But now..." Du Rangneng smiled bitterly and could not go on.
Liu Chonglu was a man of average character and keen on fame and fortune. Du Rangneng didn't have a very good opinion of him and didn't want to go into details.
"Prime Du, the universe is about to collapse, and we need support." Liu Chonglu didn't know what his psychology was, but he changed the topic to another aspect.
Du Rangneng took a deep look at him, shook his head and said, "It's easy to borrow but hard to repay this power."
Liu Chonglu smiled dryly and was about to say something when more than a dozen fully armed sergeants suddenly burst in.
Du Rangneng was startled, stood up directly, and asked: "What does General Zhang mean?"
"The commander-in-chief said, you are the prime minister. It is not good to kill the prime minister. Get out of here." said the leading military academy.
"If it weren't for the silk I brought, I would have killed you stupid officials this time."
"What more should you tell him? The capital has a lot of wealth, and it won't be a problem for one person to get dozens of bolts of silk."
"Back then, thieves could molest the princesses, concubines, and the prime minister's daughter-in-law. We are going to indulge in meat this time too."
"Liu Shiyi's daughter gave birth to a child to two thieves from the military school, and was finally snatched away by the Zhongwu Army. Tsk tsk..."
The sergeants were talking so much that Du Rang was so confused that he almost fainted.
Liu Chonglu signaled his followers to support the prime minister and walked out. Fortunately, the rebel army left horses and chariots for them, so they would not have to walk back.
Du Rangneng sat on the horse and looked up to the sky and sighed.
He thought of what Liu Chonglu had just said, and he was not so repelled anymore.
It is better to use Xia soldiers to quell the rebellion than to let the Jing division enter Chang'an.
In the first year of Guangqi's reign, Shao Shude went to Chang'an to punish Tian Lingzi. He only used the wealth of the Tian family and his party members to reward the sergeants. He strictly restrained his troops and did not disturb the people.
In the first year of Wende, Yang Fugong was executed, and he did not even enter Chang'an, nor did he plunder the prefectures and counties.
Comparing the performance of various soldiers and horses when recapturing Chang'an, Li Keyong, who ranked first in military exploits, also ranked first in looting.
This is beyond words!
Liu Chonglu quietly glanced at Du Renneng's face and secretly guessed.
Jingshi could no longer stop him. If King Qin's troops could not arrive in time, the emperor would have to patrol.
In this case, where to go on patrol is a very real question.
From a safety perspective, it is most suitable to run north to Meiyuan and Fengxian areas north of Jingzhao Prefecture. Crossing the Luoshui River to the east can reach Tongzhou, and heading north into the mountains can reach Yifang.
The ability to kill is here, and besides, they don't want to.
But the emperor would probably not choose this way.
Huazhou and even Tongguan should be the first choice place for the emperor to go on patrol. From here, you can cross the river to the north and go to Luoyang to the east. You will not be restricted to death and have nowhere to escape.
After all, he is still afraid of Prince Lingwu and does not want to become a puppet.
In fact, Shao Shude probably didn't want to control the emperor. There was no need. There were fewer and fewer places that respected Chang'an's edict, and there was no big military leader in Jiangnan, otherwise he probably wouldn't be so respectful. But if he wanted to change the governor, the governor would also
Thousands of difficulties.
The war in Sanchuan is raging, and it is hard to say what the future will be like. It is estimated that only a few places such as Lingnan can still be commanded by the imperial court - the eldest brother Chonggui will soon be appointed as the envoy for observation and disposal of the Lingnan East Road, the military envoy of the Qing Navy, and the governor of Guangzhou.
On the eighth day of October, the group arrived in Xianyang. After resting for one night, they continued on their way on the ninth day of the lunar month and arrived in Chang'an in the evening.
After more than ten days of rectification, Chang'an has somewhat improved, but the situation of sergeants stealing from the treasury is still very serious, and the officers cannot stop it.
There was no chaos in the market. The guards of wealthy merchants gathered to ensure the most basic order.
There were many guards and sergeants inside and outside the palace to maintain the operation of the court.
There is a saying that although the Shence Army is abolished, it is really different with or without this army. At the very least, they still need to maintain the order inside and outside the capital.
However, although order has improved, the people have become increasingly panicked.
As soon as Liu Chonglu inquired about it, his expression became very solemn.
"Prime Minister Du and Hao Zhenwei raided Wang Bian in Zhaoying County and captured and killed more than 6,000 people. Wang Bian led 500 cavalry and rushed back to Huazhou. The soldiers from Tongzhou followed closely and surrounded Huazhou and attacked fiercely. These two groups of Qinwang soldiers should respond
It’s over.”
"Hao Zhenwei, this rebellious traitor! He was driven out of Fengzhou by Shao Shude in the past. He fled back in panic. The late emperor showed mercy to him and treated him as a prefecture and county. Now he has no intention of repaying the emperor's kindness and has done such a heartbreaking thing." Du Rang.
Can Qi Dao.
He had known for a long time that he should not expect too much from these warriors, but he never expected that they would become so domineering and not care about the saint's safety at all.
"There is one more thing." Liu Chonggui added: "There are rumors in the capital that the Shuofang army led by King Qin in the south is short of food and clothing, and the sergeants are clamoring to join forces with the Jing division to abolish Jinshang and make King Ji the emperor in order to receive a generous reward.
"
After hearing this, Du Rangneng didn't show any excitement. Instead, he pursed his lips and said, "I will enter the palace to meet the saint right now."
In his opinion, it was normal for sergeants to make trouble for their pay, and it was nothing strange. As long as they didn't think about serving the king like Hao Zhenwei, and only thought about their own little wealth and plotting to seize neighboring states.
Those who can get things done while receiving benefits are now hard to find even with a lantern.
Furthermore, judging from the performance of the Dingnan Army in the past, Shao Shude had a very deep control over Shuofang Army. Making noise and making noise about pay? What a joke! It was nothing more than taking advantage of the opportunity to threaten.
What is the saint hesitating about? Even if he patrols eastward, he still has to repel the rebels in the end.
Is it possible that the Jingyuan rebels retreated on their own after plundering Chang'an? They finally recovered a little strength, but if they were ravaged by the rebels again, Chang'an would be really ruined.
In front of the Daming Palace, he met someone who was rushing out. It seemed that he was Zhao Guangyi, the third younger brother of Zhao Guangfeng. He had just passed the imperial examination two years ago. He was somewhat impressed.
However, Du Rangneng was so anxious that he didn't bother to say hello, but went directly to the palace to ask for an audience.
…
Just when Du Rangneng and his party had just stepped into Anyuan Gate, the saint was furious.
Hao Zhenwei besieged Huazhou, which was tantamount to rebellion. As a result, not only could he not be blamed, but he was also given the title of military governor of the national army with pinched noses.
However, Hao Zhenwei was still ungrateful and sent 500 men westward in a perfunctory manner, while the main force continued to besiege Huazhou.
This is a rebellious minister and a traitor!
Of course, if this was the case, the saint would not be so rude.
However, there were rumors in the capital that Shuofang's army wanted to abolish the establishment, which made him panic.
There are so many examples of what happens when an emperor is deposed, it makes people shudder just thinking about it.
"Shao Shude is also a traitor. He has done a small job in pacifying the chaos in Chao. The late emperor praised him and gave him a banner. Now there are soldiers who have committed crimes against Que. He should have traveled thousands of miles to help, but he delayed, harboring thoughts of abolishing the establishment.
If ten years ago, we would have ordered all the soldiers and horses to attack these traitors and traitors." The saint walked around anxiously, with anger filling his chest.
"Your Majesty, I have heard that the master of bringing about chaos will have to wait for some time. Today, Zhang Jun has recruited troops to enter the capital and stir up chaos. If the relocation happens again and shocks both China and foreign countries, wouldn't it miss the mark of your majesty's plan to revitalize the country?"
Mrs. Chen of the State of Wei personally held a bowl of tea and placed it in front of the case.
"What do you know!" The saint's anger had not yet dissipated and he pushed the tea bowl away.
No, maybe it's not anger, but more fear.
Mrs. Chen stood aside quietly, showing no signs of panic or panic. She just asked Gong'e to clean up the tea that had fallen on the floor.
"Your Majesty, the Palace Supervisor of Ximen is here." Female officer Pei came in to report.
The saint suddenly raised his head.
Ximen Zhongsui, Luo Quanguan, Liu Jishu and other middle-ranking officials came and left when they wanted. There were no rules.
Although Zhang Jun did bad things, he was right in what he said, "Be controlled internally and externally". From now on...
However, the saint's full anger suddenly disappeared without a trace after seeing Ximen Zhongsui's expressionless old face.
"Your Majesty, Zhao Guangyi, the official of Shuofang Town, is requesting an audience. I think it's better to go and see him. Now that the matter has come to this, avoiding him is certainly not the way to revive China." There was a large crowd of people behind Ximen Zhongsui, which made it difficult for him to do so.
The saint's heart skipped a beat.
After taking the throne for so long, the officials of the Northern Division have always been polite and did a good job on the surface. But the sage will not forget how Liu Jishu and Han Quanhui treated the late emperor.
The guards in the palace are all in the hands of Bei Si.
"In that case, let's declare Zhao Guangyi's presence." The saint said helplessly.
Mr. Pei left quickly.
Mrs. Chen was still standing in the distance, quietly looking at the dead branches and leaves in the garden.
Ximen Zhongsui glanced at her with some surprise. He was unfazed by the flattery. His demeanor was much better than that of a saint.
…
After Du Rangneng entered the palace, he was quickly led to Zhaoyang Palace.
"Thank you for your hard work, Du Qing." Seeing Du Rangneng's tired look on his face, the saint was suddenly moved and immediately ordered the palace servants to prepare tea.
Or the Nanya court officials are more loyal!
"Your Majesty, you can drink tea at any time. The Jingyuan rebel army arrived overnight, and I asked your Majesty to hunt for Yanyan in the north, and ordered Shuo Fang's army to immediately go south to serve the king." Du Rangneng said eagerly.
"Du Qing, please be patient. Just now, Zhao Guangyi, the official of Shuofang Town, reported that more than 10,000 cavalry troops and leopard cavalry have arrived at the Zhongwei Bridge. They can cross the river tonight." The saint said with a complex expression.
Du Rangneng was happy and surprised when he heard this.
As soon as he returned to Chang'an, he went straight to the Daming Palace without even returning home, so he had no way of knowing the news. At this time, after listening to the saint's words, he seemed to have hope of repelling the rebel army, and he felt reassured.
What’s surprising is that among all the vassal towns nowadays, how can anyone really be diligent about the king? I don’t know what conditions were given.
"Du Qing, please take a look at this." The saint asked someone to hand over a form and seal.
"I have to go to the Memorial Hall to report that the king's army was defeated on the 20th of September. Zhang Jun and other 20,000 troops were left behind in Jingyuan to invade the east... I was trapped in the maze by Zhang Jun's traces, and I was displeased with Shengze. I dispersed the soldiers early and Guangzhou
Gathering the rebels, they began to listen to the burning and plundering of the west, and soon saw the rush to the east road... Now I look up to the edict of Feng Title, and ride on the falcon to attack in the autumn. I follow the military plan and follow the wise calculation, that is, I hope that the Hebei Dynasty will leave the north of the mountain.
Arrive at Weinan in the evening, drive back the enemy, and defeat the monstrous evil forever. Leading the people who are grateful for righteousness, their anger has reached the clouds; killing those who hide traitors and hide violence, their momentum is like fertile snow... I would like to present this memorial for you to hear, I feel sincerely
I sincerely bow my head. I would like to play this song."
Du Rangneng glanced at it quickly and thought secretly.
This memorial should have been written a long time ago, and it is only submitted now. The reason is obvious.
"Your Majesty..." Du Rangneng organized his speech and said: "Shuofang's powerful troops have always dominated the army. Now that they have arrived near Chang'an, there should be no worries. But, how should I reward them?"
"Shao Shude recommended Sun Ba, the deputy envoy of Shuofang Jiedu, as the envoy of Jingyuan Jiedu. He also established Weibei Town, leading Yan, Fang, Yan, Dan, and the five prefectures, so as to have the power to know the affairs of Weibei Jiedu and quell the rebellion.
After Hao Zhenwei is appointed, a new commander will be appointed." The saint said weakly.
Hao Zhenwei turned into a "rebellious general" only two days after receiving the title of Jiedushi. The world was so bizarre that it was astonishing.
"That's it, I understand." Du Rangneng replied.
Hao Zhenwei won the title of Zhen Guojun, but he did not think about King Qin and only focused on besieging Huazhou. These people were punished and they deserved it.
From this point of view, Shao Shude should have personally led the army to attack Hao Zhenwei.
Can that cavalry army and leopard cavalry really repel the rebel army?