Volume 1: Huatangchun Chapter 50: Things to do in the Southwest
The news that Princess Heng was assassinated by people sent by King Guang on her way to Fahua Temple spread quickly throughout the government and the public.
It was written clearly in the newspaper published by the imperial court that ten thieves attacked the palace carriage. After a fierce struggle, all the unknown attackers were captured, and the princess fell into a coma on the spot. After a quick review afterwards, the leader confessed to being the mastermind of Prince Guang.
The envoy, because he was worried that the princess had overheard his plan to assassinate officials in the court, and also because he wanted to attack Prince Heng in the southwest, so he killed him. And because the facts of the case were clear and the evidence was conclusive, Prince Guang had been arrested by the court.
Controlling jail time.
After Xu Yongsheng read this news, his legs became even weaker.
Although Di Bao was written concisely, the final outcome was clear. He sent someone to assassinate the prince and the princess. What a crime. Not to mention that what he wanted to cover up was another crime that could no longer be evaded. The court will definitely announce it in the future.
More details, the support of the people in the world, and the trust and support of the military will not be with Prince Guang.
Xiao Yizheng gave him three choices, and he thought maybe he had no choice.
Xiao Yizheng walked out of the room, quickly walked into the study, pulled out two pieces of paper, and quickly wrote a few words. Then regardless of Zhao Xin's objection, he stepped on Zhui Chen and went to the inn in person.
"Send these two letters back to the capital quickly without any delay." He told Yi Cheng seriously and solemnly.
When Yi Cheng saw that the prince came to handle matters in person, he naturally did not dare to neglect.
Xin Zhao followed him all the way, and saw that his face was always pale and green, and he became more and more nervous. The newspaper said that the princess was in a coma, and he didn't know what the situation was, but he still expressed relief: "Your Highness, the princess is fine.
"
Xiao Yizheng covered his right arm with his left hand, frowned slightly, and said nothing for a long time.
Xin Zhao immediately reminded: "Your Highness is injured, so you should take care of yourself."
Xiao Yizheng seemed to have not heard anything and said in a deep voice: "How did Uncle Jiu know that she was there that night? It is not easy for Uncle Jiu to make up his mind to assassinate a princess. Besides, if Uncle Jiu wants to do this, he must do it in accordance with the law.
If everything is done carefully and properly, how can we catch everyone in one fell swoop? Unless..."
"Unless what?" Xin Zhao asked confused.
"Unless this is a situation that has been arranged a long time ago." Xiao Yizheng frowned deeply, with deep worry in his eyes: "She is so bold. If something really happens..."
Zhao Xin thought carefully about the logic behind this, and waited for what he had not finished yet, but did not hear the rest. He raised his eyes and looked at Xiao Yizheng carefully, but saw that his face was full of uneasiness and worry at this moment. He was silent in his heart
I hope that the most accurate news from Beijing must be sent back as soon as possible, otherwise Xiao Yizheng's face may look like this.
Fortunately, the secret letter from Beijing arrived at the Southwest Army Commander's Mansion very quickly. After reading the secret letter, Xiao Yizheng took a deep breath, and he could finally let go of his worries over the past few days. The lack of sleep in recent days made him
He has become much thinner, and when there is no smile on his face, his whole person looks a little more serious than before.
Therefore, when Yi Cheng saw him staring at him, he felt a little scared. He rushed over to hand in the eight hundred miles urgent letter as soon as he got it, so he didn't do anything wrong.
"Just one?" Xiao Yizheng looked at him intently.
Yi Cheng kept nodding his head: "Yeah, yeah, yeah."
But it was just one letter. Did he still have the guts to withhold the prince's letter? Seeing Xiao Yizheng's face moving slightly, as if he was a little disappointed, he hurriedly added: "If there is any news from the capital, I dare not neglect it."
, we must report it to His Highness as soon as possible."
Xiao Yizheng sighed softly. She could risk her life, but she didn't even write a few words to herself.
The changes in the capital have indeed had an earthquake-like impact on the Southwest Army. He knew very well that he must seize this opportunity and not let down her efforts.
Therefore, after having a heart-to-heart talk with Xu Yongsheng, he also approached several senior generals in the army to have a heart-to-heart talk.
The personnel he arranged in the Southwest Army also began to do extensive and effective ideological work that penetrated deeply into the lower-level soldiers. This effect spread from one person to another, and a consensus gradually formed in the entire army: Prince Guang violated the laws of the country and the dynasty.
, the court handles the matter in accordance with the law, which is what the people want; the Southwest Army protects the peace of the people of the country, and even if Prince Guang is not here, it cannot change this fact.
Not long ago, Guang Wang’s corruption and bribery in Southwest China was also made public.
King Guang's huffing and puffing seemed like a sure defeat for the building.
Xu Yongsheng and several of his closest generals visited Xiao Yizheng late at night. They all knelt in front of him and expressed the hope that His Highness would intercede with the court on their behalf, and that they would be willing to remove their armor and return to their fields and hand over their military power.
Xiao Yizheng helped them stand up one by one and said very kindly: "Everyone, my previous suggestion is still effective. Friendship is a human nature. If you are still willing to save my uncle Jiu because of the love of the army,
I won't stop you."
Several people were actually a little moved, because they could see that what Xiao Yizheng said was not because he was using some psychological tactics to test them, but because he truly thought so.
Xu Yongsheng clasped his fists and said: "Your Highness, to be honest, you and we cannot communicate openly due to our own reasons. But Your Highness can say this and compare your feelings with others, and my subordinates admire it. Today, we came here not only to think deeply, but also to
I trust His Highness."
Xiao Yizheng nodded: "Since you all know who I am, I will be honest. I will investigate Uncle Jiu's corruption case in the southwest in depth, and maybe you will be found out."
Everyone looked at each other. Although they were mentally prepared, they were still nervous at this time.
"The laws of the imperial court treat everyone equally and cannot be violated. This is the cornerstone of the long-term peace and stability of the country. If you take the initiative to cooperate with the imperial court's investigation and make up for the shortfall, I will naturally plead with my father for mercy. You can disown your armor and return to your fields, and enjoy your old age in peace, within the scope of the law.
Maybe it can be realized within my heart." Xiao Yizheng's tone was gentle and his face was peaceful, but his words revealed the majesty of his words.
As soon as these words came out, several people in the room quickly bowed down. This was the best solution they could think of.
This time, Xiao Yizheng did not let them stand up, but changed his tone and said seriously: "You should recall your original intention of joining the army. For you, some things may be said to violate national laws, but it is better to say that they violate your inner moral principles.
The former punishment from the court may make you feel at ease, but the latter is a psychological debt that you will never be able to get rid of in this life."
The backs of several people swayed slightly and they made no sound.
Xiao Yizheng spoke again: "Then you should write down those things carefully when you go back today. Next, I have to listen to your opinions and promote some promising people to continue leading the Southwest Army that you have devoted countless efforts to.
Go down."
As a result, Xiao Yizheng's next days were extremely busy. There was an endless stream of people coming in and out of the Southwest Army Commander's Mansion, and the lights in the Commander's Mansion often stayed on all night long.
Lin Yuan was also a long-term guest of the Commander-in-Chief. He objectively and impartially recommended many brothers who were at the rank of lieutenant colonel to Xiao Yizheng.
Xiao Yizheng not only restored his authority, but also raised his rank, named him Huaihua Langjiang, and handed over to him the investigation of the assassination of General Ma.
There was almost no difficulty in this matter, because the people involved took the initiative to surrender as soon as they saw that the military was going in the wrong direction.
In short, Zhao Xin felt that although the Southwest Army had a lot of military affairs recently, His Highness handled them very well. And what he had to do was to constantly remind him to take a rest.
"Your Highness, your injury is just right. Military affairs cannot be handled in a day or two. There is no need to work around the clock, right?"
Xiao Yizheng was writing at his desk without raising his head at all. He only said: "The oil lamp is not very bright. Go and flick the wick."
Zhao Xin had no choice but to do what he was told and then brought a bowl of beef noodles in front of him: "Your Highness, the noodles are very hot. If you don't eat them, you won't be able to survive the night."
Xiao Yizheng was suddenly blocked by a bowl of noodles. He frowned, then looked up and saw Zhao Xin's helpless expression. He chuckled lightly, put down the pen in his hand, and took the bowl and chopsticks he handed over: "You, when did you do this?
Mother-in-law."
"His Highness has been too hasty in doing things recently. Now that the situation has been decided, we should have taken things slowly. You were so leisurely and comfortable before, but now you are constantly nervous."
"It is precisely because we have reached a conclusion that we must step up and carefully arrange all military affairs for the handover and transition." Xiao Yizheng made a few glances and continued: "In this way, we can return to Beijing as soon as possible."
Xin Zhao looked forward to it: "When can we return to Beijing?"
Xiao Yizheng looked up at him and asked doubtfully: "Are you anxious to return to Beijing too?"
Zhao Xin smiled naively: "That's not true. Anyway, I'm used to following His Highness everywhere. But before, no matter what the plan was, it would take five or six months, but I didn't want it to be so fast."
After saying that, he thought about Xiao Yizheng's words again. Is it because His Highness is anxious to go back?
Also, every time there was urgent news coming from Beijing, Xiao Yizheng would always ask if there was a family letter from the palace. Yi Cheng would feel trembling with fear every time he was asked. But if there was no, there was none.
Their princess hadn't written a single word to him since she was attacked. Didn't the news from Beijing say that the princess was fine? Why didn't she get any news? Xin Zhao was also puzzled.
Xiao Yizheng finished the noodles in three naps and whispered: "No matter how fast you go, you still have to wait for the coach to be chosen."
Xin Zhao said calmly while cleaning up: "The position of head coach is not rare for His Highness."
Xiao Yizheng glanced at him and said in a deep voice: "Zhao Xin, when you return to the capital, you must be careful what you say. I have no interest in any official or military positions. I have no intention at all."
Xin Zhao nodded: "I know. How can I not know His Highness's thoughts? But how many people in this world know about it? But others will not look at Your Highness like this!"
Xiao Yizheng smiled: "Why do I need the world to know me? As long as I am not ashamed of my heart and worthy of the world!"
Half a month later, the imperial edict from Beijing arrived. Military Zi, the former Huaihua General of the Southwest Army, was appointed as the commander-in-chief of the Southwest Army, and Lin Yuan was appointed deputy commander-in-chief of the Southwest Army.
One month later, Xiao Yizheng arranged all the affairs of the Southwest Army and returned to Beijing with the team sent by the imperial court to escort Xu Yongsheng and several army generals.
