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Chapter 1294: Hesitating

"What could he have prepared for?"

Cheng Yaojin was puzzled and asked.

Niu Jinda thought for a while, remembering that the right guard had used musketry to defeat the charge of the left guard. His heart skipped a beat. He raised his eyes and met Cheng Yaojin's gaze. The two of them expressed uncertain opinions in unison: "Firearms?"

The two looked at each other and saw the shock in each other's eyes. Cheng Yaojin even took a breath: "Has that guy been hiding a large number of firearms?"

Niu Jinda paused, shook his head and said: "Not necessarily, right? Since the North Foundry Bureau was razed to the ground, Youtunwei has gone through many battles, and the firearms stored in the army have long been exhausted, and the output of the Foundry Bureau has been limited since it resumed production. Even if

It is possible to produce some muskets, artillery and the like, but the extremely expensive projectiles and gunpowder cannot be produced in a moment."

Cheng Yaojin nodded in agreement.

Guns and artillery are difficult to make, but they can be used for a long time. On the contrary, projectiles and gunpowder are easier to make, but they consume a lot of money during war. This is not something that can be used just by saving some and hiding it. There is no foundry bureau that can restore its production capacity.

As a backup, all firearms are fire sticks.

Regardless of whether it was Cheng Yaojin or others, the rest of the forces, overtly or covertly, conducted countless investigations and tests with the Foundry Bureau, and it was already determined that the Foundry Bureau's output was extremely limited and it was impossible to supply an army for a large-scale war.

So, what kind of preparations will Fang Jun make?

The two of them were suspicious of themselves and frowning, when a school captain came in from outside: "Report to the Commander-in-Chief and the scouts to report back. Now rumors are spreading in the Jin Dynasty's army and in many places in the direction of Chang'an. They say that His Majesty has been assassinated and died in Wude Palace...

…”

Cheng Yaojin perked up, sat upright, and said in a deep voice: "Tell me in detail!"

"Here!"

The captain said: "It is said that Li Daozong led his army into Taiji Palace, approached the Wudek Palace, fought fiercely at the north gate of Wudek for a long time, and finally broke through. However, His Majesty had taken precautions and ordered three thousand Hwarangs led by Jin Beomin of the Silla royal family in advance.

Hiding in the East Palace, he took advantage of Li Daozong's unpreparedness and rushed out from his flank, immediately killing Li Daozong in chaos... Then Jin Famin was injured by the loss of his body. His Majesty took pity on his loyalty and allowed him to enter the Wude Palace for treatment. Unexpectedly, Jin Famin was carrying a sharp blade and was violently injured.

An assassination attempt was launched. His Majesty was seriously injured and died after medical treatment failed. However, the entire court tried their best to conceal the news..."

Cheng Yaojin and Niu Jinda looked at each other, and both could see the solemnity in the other's eyes.

Is this news true or false?

In the eyes of the two of them, the possibility of forgery is greater, not to mention the authenticity of Jin Famin's assassination of His Majesty. Even if it is true, the Wude Palace is surrounded by ministers and the guards are tight. It would be very difficult for Jin Famin to assassinate His Majesty in full view of the public.

Even if there is a chance to do it, the chance of success is almost negligible.

What's more, the Wude Palace is now heavily guarded, and information is blocked from the outside world. Even if the assassination is true, how can the news get out, and how can it spread like crazy?

But the key is not the authenticity of the news, because no matter how fake the news is, some people will believe it, and once more people believe it, it will inevitably have an impact on the situation. In addition, Yin Qinzhou led the left guard to bravely cross the Weishui River to attack Youtun

guard……

The superposition of the two factors will inevitably create an atmosphere of public opinion that "Your Majesty's defeat is certain". When everyone believes that Fang Jun has been defeated and His Majesty is dead, they will naturally raise troops to support the King of Jin...

At that time, what difference will it make whether His Majesty is dead or not?

This incident is almost similar to Yin Qinzhou's dispatch of troops to the Xuanwu Gate. It does not need to be true or false, victory or defeat. As long as such an incident occurs, the ice floes on the river will be shattered and the undercurrent under the water will surge.

Especially when the two are combined, the situation is similar to that of dry weeds on an autumn field falling into sparks, which can set off a prairie fire in an instant.

Originally, when Fang Jun sneaked back to the Right Guard to defeat Li Daliang's plan to instigate a rebellion, and then led his army to defeat the Left Guard, the situation had already moved in a direction that was extremely favorable to His Majesty. Even if Li Daozong entered the Taiji Palace, he could only do so alone.

, as long as Fang Jun captures Xuanwumen and chases Li Daozong's rear army, it will not be difficult to pacify Li Daozong.

Unexpectedly, first, Yin Qinzhou regardless of the situation, bravely crossed the Wei River and approached Xuanwu Gate, forcing Fang Jun to postpone the attack on Xuanwu Gate to deal with it with all his strength. Then, rumors of His Majesty's death began to spread...

The situation reversed instantly.

Niu Jinda fell into a phobia of choice and looked at Cheng Yaojin blankly: "What should we do now? Where will tens of thousands of troops go?"

For aristocratic families, choosing between Li Chengqian and Li Zhi is a simple matter. When Li Chengqian became the prince, he repeatedly expressed that he would inherit Emperor Taizong's political strategy in the future, suppressing the family, focusing on people's livelihood, and implementing the empire's national policy

From the outside to the inside, he firmly sat on the throne, and the hard days of the family were behind him.

If Li Zhi wants to usurp the throne, he can only rely on the power of the family. After seizing the throne, the power of the family will expand unprecedentedly, returning to the scale of the Wude years and the early Zhenguan years. As for whether Li Zhi will become more and more like Emperor Taizong.

The more you fear the expansion of the power of the clan and change your course, that is, after all, a story for another day.

It is possible to regain the original glory of Guanlong Gate. Which gatekeeper in the world would remain indifferent?

Why did the Shandong aristocratic family support the King of Jin despite losing their family and business? It was precisely because they saw an opportunity to replicate the glory and prosperity of the Guanlong clan...

Since the Wei and Jin Dynasties, aristocratic families have been the representatives of the world. Almost every change of imperial power is inseparable from the power of aristocratic families. Whoever the most powerful family supports will be the master of the world. The Wei, Jin, Southern and Northern Dynasties, and the Sui and Tang dynasties

, is not the case.

Previously, the nobles in Guanzhong had scruples and did not dare to blatantly risk their lives and stand on the side of the King of Jin. They had to be cautious and watch the fire from the other side, waiting for the opportunity to appear. But once someone is the first to stand up and make a clear stance, it will inevitably trigger a huge torrent.

Your Majesty's demise is not far away.

Even if His Majesty is able to turn defeat into victory and regain his throne, the foundation of his rule will be shaky...

This is a killer.

Cheng Yaojin frowned and sighed: "This plan is really too poisonous. It would be fine in normal times, but now Yin Qinzhou has gone crazy. Under the influence of both parties, the consequences are almost doomed."

Niu Jinda asked: "So? Are we going to side with King Jin immediately?"

Cheng Yaojin asked: "Do you think King Jin can win in the end?"

Niu Jinda: "..."

Mother! You have been analyzing here for a long time, and the advantage lies entirely with King Jin. His Majesty’s demise is not far away. I am just following your words. Why do you still ask me questions?

He is also not a good-tempered person. When there are no outsiders, he doesn't care about the majesty of his immediate boss. He braves his stubborn temper and says with a sullen face: "I have a bad temper and am very stupid. I can't see who loses and wins. I asked Duke Lu for advice."

.”

Cheng Yaojin clicked his tongue, not dissatisfied with Niu Jinda's rudeness. Although the two were masters and slaves, they had fought side by side for so many years, supported each other and climbed out of the dead many times, so naturally they would not mind Niu Jinda's behavior.

Stubborn temper.

He looked embarrassed: "It stands to reason that King Jin will win. Even if there may be some twists and turns in the situation, the final result cannot be changed... But my heart is always uncertain, and I always feel that there is some uncertainty."

Niu Jinda asked curiously: "Why do you have such an idea?"

Cheng Yaojin was silent for a while and said slowly: "I don't know either, but we can't make a hasty decision and wait a little longer."

To this day, he no longer had the idea of ​​using mercenaries for his own use to gain more benefits. Since he did not want to gain benefits from this mutiny, he naturally had to focus on stability. Now the King of Jin is aggressive towards him.

I am eagerly waiting for him to express his position. If he keeps delaying, he may not counterattack when King Jin comes to the throne in the future.

But what if King Jin loses?

Cheng Yaojin should be a "dog" now. No matter who comes to force him, he will hang his head and ask questions.

Not taking sides, not taking a stand, not taking responsibility...

This may not only be useless but also guilty, but it is much better than being on the wrong team and facing eternal disaster, right?



The eyes of all the forces in Guanzhong actually moved away from Wude Palace at this moment. For a while, they could not care about whether Li Daozong could capture Wude Palace and control the emperor. Instead, they all focused on the vast area north of Xuanwu Gate and south of the Weishui River.

Waiting for the outcome of the battle between Yin Qinzhou's left guard and Fang Jun's right guard.

All the clans are ready to make a move, and even began to secretly organize the final armed forces. All the troops stationed in various places have also gathered, just waiting for the opportunity to go to Chang'an to participate in this battle to seize the throne and seek a hundred years of well-being for themselves and the family.

From the forced crossing of the Wei River in the middle of the night, until dawn, the white fish belly was slightly exposed in the east, and the tens of thousands of soldiers on the left guard had all completed crossing the river. During the period, only 5,000 soldiers on the right guard were arrayed south of the Zhongwei Bridge, ready to attack those who crossed the river.

Zuo Houwei looked as if he had disappeared, and there was no intention of delaying or harassing him.

Just like when rituals and music were flourishing in the Spring and Autumn Period, since there is going to be a war, I will line up my troops and wait for you to assemble the troops openly, and then confront you. If there is even the slightest hint of conspiracy, the world will lose its trust...

However, Youtunwei was so calm and dignified, with "thorough etiquette", that it made Yin Qinzhou even more frightened.

Standing at the end of the Zhongwei Bridge, looking at the vast mountains and forests in the distance to the south and the ruins of the Han Palace, Yin Qinzhou kept listening to the battle reports sent back by the scouts.

"More than 10,000 people from the Youtun Guards attacked Xuanwu Gate without stopping for a moment."

"The troops dispersed throughout the Forbidden Garden to pursue the defeated troops of Zuotunwei are returning to the main camp one after another."

"Thirty miles to the south, Lieutenant General Gao Kan of the Youtun Guard is leading five thousand elite troops in formation to wait."



As the news came back one after another, Yin Qinzhou silently summarized it in his mind and learned that Youtun Guard currently has about 20,000 combatable troops, and the remaining 5,000 auxiliary troops are responsible for the transportation of food and baggage, the maintenance of weapons and weapons, etc.

Waiting for logistics.

But Fang Jun knew that Zuo Houwei was coming in force and made a strong attack. Not only did he allow Zuo Houwei to cross the river safely, he even never stopped attacking Xuanwu Gate...

How arrogant?

Yin Qinzhou felt a little relieved. In fact, there was nothing to hesitate at this time and he ordered: "Assemble the entire army and advance to Xuanwu Gate!"

With the sound of war drums and flags fluttering, tens of thousands of soldiers from the Zuohou Guard slowly set off under the morning light and advanced towards the Xuanwu Gate.


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