Chapter 1686: Here comes the whole army to meet the enemy!
Jinyang Princess Mansion——
Jia Heng's face paused slightly, and he gently put his arms around the beautiful woman's shoulders. His voice was a little softer, and he said: "Jinyang, when the festival is big, I will let you... study hard, and in the future, you can help the world and the people, and become a wise king."
In fact, his idea was to make the son born in Jinyang the crown prince of the East Palace. However, he had made an agreement with the Holy Mother of White Lotus that when he usurped the throne in the future, he would pass the throne to Keqing's son.
But, now Keqing hasn’t...
Under the slender willow eyebrows of the eldest princess of Jinyang, her charming and flowing eyes looked at the young man in the python suit with a condensed look, and said with a chuckle: "Don't say such things now, to avoid unnecessary trouble in the future.
It’s difficult, if any of these children has the qualifications to be an emperor, that one will be the emperor.”
Although she also wanted Jie'er to be able to take over the throne in the future, she couldn't force it. If she couldn't reach that position in the end, it wouldn't be a bad idea to live a peaceful and happy life.
Jia Heng turned to look at the eldest princess of Jinyang, and flew under the sword-shaped eyebrows on the temples. His eyes flickered and he said in a low voice: "Establishing a virtuous heir and ruling the world is a long-lasting way."
Princess Jinyang said softly: "Then you should be careful in the future."
Jia Heng responded with a yes and said: "I have also considered this matter. At that time, I would educate the disciples and encourage them to expand overseas and expand their territory. If the disciples and vassal vassals are no longer in the country, the conflicts will be reduced a lot, and the conflicts will be reduced a lot.
It will not cause trouble to Xiao Qiang."
Under the slender eyebrows of the eldest princess Liu Ye of Jinyang, her charming and beautiful eyes flickered, and she said: "I think so, but I'm afraid those overseas will not covet the Central Plains, and those in the Central Plains will not be wary of overseas."
The eldest princess of Jinyang also grew up in a deep palace, so she was no stranger to these palace coups and various princes seizing the throne.
Jia Heng raised his eyebrows, his bright eyes flickered, and said, "That's what you said."
At this moment, Lianxue entered the hall from the outside and said, "Your Highness, the eldest princess, the food is ready."
Princess Jinyang said softly: "Go and bring the food over."
Lingxue gently responded with a yes, then turned and left, instructing the maid to get busy.
While the two were talking, they sat down beside a lacquered wooden table without any further delay.
Princess Jinyang's beautiful eyes flickered, concern appearing on her face as white as snow, and she asked: "Is there any news over there in the south of the Yangtze River?"
"It's almost time." Jia Heng said, "The results should be available in the next two days."
Princess Jinyang nodded and said: "After dinner, go see your eldest sister. She hasn't seen you for several days. During this time, she has been busy with the children.
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Jia Heng nodded, picked up the tea cup on the small table, and took a sip.
But at this moment, I heard a crisp and clear sound, almost like the tinkling of a mountain spring. Immediately, I saw Princess Xianning coming from outside. Her beautiful and beautiful face became more gentle and pleasant after giving birth.
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Li Chanyue on the side was holding a baby in her arms, it was Jia Heng's son Jia Zhu, and not far away was Song Yan.
"Sir, when did you come here?" Princess Xianning's beautiful eyes showed surprise under her willow eyebrows, and she called Jia Heng softly and said.
Jia Heng smiled and said, "Xianning, I've just arrived."
Under the slender eyebrows of Princess Xianning, her crystal clear beautiful eyes were soft and slightly soft. She came closer, with a smile on her face, and said: "Sir, I have good news for you."
Jia Heng smiled and asked curiously: "What good news?"
Princess Xianning took Song Yan's delicate hand aside, looked at Jia Heng, and said, "Sir, Yan'er seems to be pregnant. This month's monthly letter has not come."
Hearing this, Jia Heng turned to look at Song Yan aside and asked, "Is Yan'er pregnant?"
Song Yan's face as white as snow was covered with two red clouds on both sides, and she said softly: "I just found out too."
Hearing this, Jia Heng smiled and said, "I have to take good care of myself these days."
Song Yan said softly: "Sir, I have asked the imperial doctor to check your pulse."
Jia Heng said softly: "What did the imperial doctor say?"
Song Yanyu's face was as red as drunkenness, she bit her pink lips with her teeth, and she seemed a little shy and said: "The imperial doctor said, let me rest well, my pulse is still a little weak."
She finally had Brother Heng's child.
Jia Heng said: "The recent period is a critical time, so we must not make any mistakes."
Li Chanyue watched this scene quietly, feeling envious in her heart, especially when she was holding the child of Jia Heng and Princess Xianning. Looking at the milky baby, she felt an indescribable feeling in her heart.
Love and sadness.
When can she have her own child...
"Yeah..."
Over here, the baby in Li Chanyue's arms stretched out her little hand and waved to Princess Xianning.
Princess Xianning's tone was extremely soft and she said: "Come, let me give you a hug."
While she was talking, Princess Xianning turned around, hugged the baby in Li Chanyue's arms, and said with a faint smile: "Come on, let me hold you."
As he spoke, he held the baby in his arms, feeling an inexplicable feeling in his heart.
Jia Heng also walked closer and said softly: "I'll hug you too."
Princess Xianning's beautiful eyes were charming and she said angrily: "Sir, you don't hug me for a long time. Don't be frightened."
Jia Heng pinched the little guy's cute face and felt a little fondness in his heart.
However, the little guy suddenly started crying loudly.
Princess Xianning's beautiful eyes were smiling under her willow eyebrows, and she said angrily: "Sir, I'll just tell you."
Jia Heng smiled and said: "This child, at such a young age, does he still care about life?"
As he said that, he hugged the cute little guy and kissed his milk-scented face.
The eldest princess of Jinyang smiled brightly on her graceful and beautiful face, and said softly: "Okay, don't stand there talking anymore, come over and eat."
After hearing this, Princess Xianning, Li Chanyue and Song Yan came quickly and sat down next to Jia Heng.
Then, everyone started to eat the food.
Jia Heng picked up a pair of bamboo chopsticks, gave Princess Xianning a piece of fish, and said, "Xianning, eat more of this to replenish your body."
Princess Xianning said softly, "Hmm", and waves of sweet warmth surged in her heart.
At this moment, Jia Heng picked up another pair of chopsticks, took a piece of fish to Li Chanyue who was standing beside him, and said: "Chanyue, you should eat more.
Li Chanyue said softly, "Hmm", with a hint of shyness on her fair-skinned face, she lowered her hairy head and used it gently.
Jia Hengdai, the eldest princess of Jinyang, and the princess of Xianning finished their meal, and without saying much else, they went to the back hall to see Yuan Chun.
In the back house, in the wing————
At this moment, Yuanchun was wearing a light white dress and a beautiful bun. She turned her eyes to look at the swaddled baby beside her, with a look of joy on her face.
Ever since she had this child, Yuanchun felt like she was soaking in a jar of honey every day.
Baoqin's face paused slightly, he walked closer and whispered: "Girl, the uncle is here."
Under Yuanchun's eyebrow trimming, her charming and flowing eyes were as bright as water, and she said softly: "Brother Heng is here."
While speaking, he stood up, stared at the young man in python suit who came from outside, and said: "Brother Heng."
Jia Heng's eyes were warm and he said softly: "Sister, how are you and Yun'er doing these days?"
While he was talking, as he walked closer, an inexplicable color appeared on his face.
Yuan Chun responded softly, and under his emerald willow eyebrows, his beautiful eyes were soft and bright, and said: "Brother Heng, the child and I are fine."
Jia Hengxing came closer, held Yuan Chun's slender hand, and said, "Sister, you have worked hard during this time."
Then, he looked at the baby aside and said, "Yun'er looks like he's grown up a bit."
Yuanchun responded softly and said, "Yes, it's been several months."
Jia Heng gently squeezed his son's little hand and said, "This kid really looks like you."
Yuanchun nodded, his eyes shining like water, and said: "I feel more like my brother."
Jia Heng said: "It looks a bit like me, especially the nose."
Yuanchun responded softly. Under his eyebrow shaping, his beautiful eyes were as soft as water.
Jia Heng said softly: "Sister, it's been hard taking care of the children during this time."
Under Yuanchun's slender eyebrows, her soft and beautiful eyes were softly gleaming, and she said softly: "Brother Heng, it's not hard."
Jia Heng looked at Yuan Chun with warm eyes, looking at the hibiscus and jade face with a peaceful and prosperous country, and felt a little fondness in his heart.
At this moment, the baby beside him started to cry.
Jia Heng said: "What's wrong with him?"
Yuan Chun said: "Maybe you are hungry."
While speaking, he looked at Baoqin who was standing not far away and said, "Baoqin, let's carry him to breastfeed."
Baoqin's face paused slightly, and he softly said yes.
Jia Heng turned to look at Yuan Chun, feeling tender with the beauty.
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The Jade Rabbit sets in the west, and the Golden Crow rises in the east. Time flies, and before you know it, another three days have passed.
It's the end of July in the first year of Qiande. The originally rainy Jiangnan has been raining continuously, and the majestic and beautiful ancient capital of Jinling is shrouded in a hazy mist and rain, making it look increasingly ancient and simple.
As the soldiers and horses of Jiangbei Camp approached Jinling from Yangzhou, the entire Jinling City was enveloped in a chilling atmosphere before the war.
Jinling, Liangjiang Governor’s Yamen——
Hao Jiru was wearing a scarlet official robe and was sitting on a pearwood chair in the main hall of the Yamen. Under his gray and white hair, his old face was full of deep grooves, and there was a dense look of worry between his eyebrows.
Sitting on the pearwood chair not far away was Shen Fang. He was wearing a scarlet robe official uniform and a black gauze hat on his head. The look on his face was also solemn.
However, Annan Hou Ye Zhen is not here at the moment, but leads his troops to set up defenses on the top of Jinling City.
As the soldiers and horses of the Jiangbei Camp gradually approached Jinling, the officials and gentry in Jinling City also felt the smell of an approaching storm.
At this moment, a series of hurried footsteps suddenly came from outside. Immediately, an old servant was seen walking quickly and reported: "Master, His Highness King Wu is here."
As soon as these words came out, Hao Jiru's expression paused slightly, he looked at Shen Fang aside and said, "Master Shen, you and I can go over together to greet you."
Shen Fang responded with a "hmm", stood up, and walked outside. When he raised his eyes, he saw King Wu and another middle-aged king wearing a python suit and a purple face striding from the Yimen.
The middle-aged king is none other than the King of Lu, Chen Tai.
"I have seen the prince, and the prince is a thousand years old, a thousand years old." Hao Jiru, supported by his son Hao Huaizhen, walked forward quickly and saluted.
King Wu had an elegant, fair face with an unnatural smile. He held his hands up and said, "Mr. Hao, there is no need to be polite."
The king of the house, Chen Tai, also stared at Hao Jiru and said with a smile: "Master Hao, I haven't seen you for a long time. You are still healthy and energetic."
"Thanks to the prince, this old man is in pretty good shape." Hao Jiru said with a smile.
Prince Lu turned to Shen Fang and nodded, saying: "Master Shen, we are also old friends."
Shen Fang looked respectful, cupped his hands and said, "Now we are reunited as old friends."
King Wu smiled and said to the side: "This is not the place to talk. Please go to the hall to talk."
Everyone was chatting like this, and immediately entered the hall. Then, everyone took their seats, and the servants served tea, and then slowly left.
King Wu responded, glanced at everyone present, and said loudly: "Everyone, the soldiers and horses of the Jiangbei camp are currently attacking Jinling. According to Annanhou, there are about 30,000 soldiers and horses of the Jiangbei camp, and I, Jiangnan There are 60,000 to 70,000 troops in the camp, several times the strength of Jiangbei, so the two sides are guaranteed to win the battle."
Hao Jiru's eyes were deep under his thin, bushy eyebrows, and he whispered: "King Wu, there are still tens of thousands of people in the Jiangnan navy. At this moment, Wei Che has led the fleet up the river. It is impossible to say that he has already joined forces with the Jiangbei camp at this moment.
With the troops and horses converging together, Jinling should be able to withstand it?"
King Wu's face was as calm as Xuanshui's, and he said: "Annanhou is a veteran general, and he has the demeanor of a commander when dispatching troops. The commanders of the two partial armies of the imperial court are definitely no match for him."
Chen Tai, the king of Lu, also nodded and said: "Marquis Annan has contributed a lot to the successful capture of Jinling this time. When the matter is completed, I will report to the emperor and ask for the title of Duke for Annanhou."
King Wu said: "That is natural."
After he assists the government, whether it is to balance the political situation or to reward merit, he will also need to promote Annan Hou.
Under Hao Jiru's gray eyebrows, his old eyes showed concern, and he asked: "Your Majesty, how is the recruitment and training of soldiers and horses in the unknown city?"
King Wu said: "People have already stepped up their time to recruit and train. It's just that it's not easy to form a large army in a hurry. At present, 30,000 people have been recruited and training, and ordnance and armor have been distributed."
The King of Wu was not unwise. He did not rely entirely on Annan Hou Ye Zhen and had already asked his own generals to expand the army.
It's just that the scholars in the south of the Yangtze River have always been weak in culture, or they are good at talking and talking. It is almost impossible to lead troops to challenge the northern court.
Shen Fang's eyes were fierce under his thick eyebrows, and he whispered: "Now in Jinling City, there are many colleagues who hate King Wei and bring chaos to the country. If the servants of each family are organized and trained, we may be able to quickly build up troops.
Help defend the city."
King Wu nodded, looked at Shen Fang, and agreed: "What Master Shen said is not unreasonable."
At this moment, Shen Fang spoke to comfort him: "Your Majesty, now the entire land south of the Yangtze River has estranged itself from the imperial court. As long as the prince ascends and gives a shout, he can quickly recruit and train 100,000 soldiers who dare to fight, enough to confront the imperial court across the river."
King Wu looked calm and said: "Although that is said, King Gu feels that Jiangnan is still waiting and watching. Only this time it is really clearing out the gang members left by King Wei in Jiangbei and Jiangnan Navy. Jiangnan
Only in this way can we truly return to our heart.”
This is true.
Shen Fang said: "What are your plans next?"
King Wu looked thoughtful and said: "Let's wait and see what happens. Later, I'll ask An Nanhou to come over and talk. Mr. Shen will also prepare the grain and money needed for the war."
Shen Fang nodded and said softly: "Your Majesty, the Ministry of Household Affairs has stocked up five million stones of grain and fodder to fully guarantee the supply."
King Wu said: "As long as we repel the attack of the imperial army and horses, our southern imperial court will have a leader. At that time, we will work hard for another three to five years and conquer the north from the south. We will definitely be able to support the Han Dynasty and defeat the rebellious ministers."
Hao Jiru's old and warm eyes flickered, and he said: "Your Majesty, the sages said that those who have gained the right will be helped a lot, while those who have lost the right will have little help. Nowadays, the land south of the Yangtze River is full of people who are determined to help the country. The only thing missing is the great momentum sweeping the north and south.
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King Wu's eyes were a little gloomy and he said: "But many people are unwilling to end directly for the sake of protecting their own safety, and I understand that."
Let's talk about winning this war. Then the situation will be clear and half of the country will be gained.
Shen Fang comforted and said, "My lord, there is no need to rush."
King Wu nodded and did not continue to dwell on this topic. Instead, he asked: "Mr. Hao, is there any response from Zhejiang?"
Hao Jiru frowned and said, "Zhejiang almost sternly refused."
King Wu frowned and said, "Isn't Zhejiang also dissatisfied with the imperial court's new policies? Why..."
Hao Jiru said: "Zhejiang has a small land and many mountains. Many people along the coast are engaged in overseas trade. King Wei opened the sea for trade. Zhejiang people are shrewd and greedy for profit. It is true that they are fascinated by these small favors."
King Wu gently touched the small table with his fingers and said: "Then I am the only one in Jiangnan who is fighting against the imperial court. No wonder the gentry in Jiangnan are still hesitant."
Shen Fang said: "Your Majesty, as long as we defeat the imperial army and march south, these problems can be easily solved."
King Wu nodded, his eyes were deep and his heart became more solemn.
Therefore, this battle right now is really crucial.
Just when King Wu was thinking about it, a servant ran into the hall in a panic, and said with a slight tremor in his voice: "Your Majesty, something serious has happened."
When King Wu heard this, his expression suddenly changed, he was startled, and asked: "What's the big deal?"
Facing everyone's surprised or suspicious looks, the servant's face was as pale as paper and he said urgently: "Your Majesty, the soldiers and horses of the imperial court have entered the city."
"What?"
In the hall, everyone present stood up suddenly and looked at the servant in disbelief.
Hao Jiru was shocked and asked urgently: "Aren't the imperial troops still outside Jinling City? How could they enter the city?"
King Wu's face was as solemn as iron, his eyes worried, and he also asked: "Where is Marquis Annan?"
"Your Majesty, I don't even know." The servant's face suddenly changed and he said.
King Wu frowned, and he looked at each other with Hao Jiru, King Lu and others, their faces as pale as earth.
Shen Fang, who was sitting opposite, also had a gloomy look in his eyes as he said, "Your Majesty, I'm afraid An Nanhou's side has not resisted the attack of the Han army outside the city."
The King of Wu calmed down and said, slightly frightened, "Come here, assemble your army to meet the enemy!"