Chapter 943 Proclamation of Order to Combat Rebellion
In Tongzhou Zhongwai Mansion, no one knew the news that King Taiyuan had entered Tongguan. Yuwenjue, after realizing that the power of people's hearts had been integrated to a certain extent, was already thinking about his own title. He felt that his title as Duke Lueyang was already a little bit...
It is not worthy of the current power, and it is not enough to shock people's hearts.
Since Emperor Tuoba Kuo is now placed in the Chinese and Foreign Palaces, it is not delusional for Yuwenjue to consider these things, and it is convenient to obtain the emperor's recognition. However, when he discussed this issue with his subordinates, there was still quite a dispute internally.
Unable to reach a unified opinion.
For example, Li Ji, Li Hui and other sons-in-law of the Yuwen family all felt that the coffin of Otsuka Prime Minister was still parked in Tongguan and had not yet returned to Tongzhou for official mourning. Therefore, it was inappropriate for Yuwen Jue to inherit the title of Otsuka Prime Minister now.
Previously, Yu Wenjue used the excuse that his father's coffin had not returned and he was not yet in mourning to recruit concubines to win people's hearts. Now, several brothers-in-law used this as an excuse to prevent him from further advancing his fame.
This naturally made him extremely dissatisfied.
However, although he was dissatisfied, he did not dare to fall out with these brothers-in-law directly. Although the bodyguards under his command have now expanded to thousands of people, the tens of thousands of troops controlled by the Chinese and Foreign Affairs Mansion still need to rely on these few armed guards.
The general takes control. Nowadays, several people still express their submission to him, but if they really want to fall out, it will make Yu Wen feel very uneasy.
But in private, he couldn't help but said angrily: "The military guards are conservative and still refuse to bow their heads and respect me. It's really disgusting! Now Li Boshan is coming from the west. Although Tongguan can still refuse, I
Even though he is inferior to him in terms of fame and status, how can he control the personnel in Guanzhong to fight against powerful enemies?"
Feeling Yu Wenjue's ardent desire for progress, soon the newly favored confidant Yi Fufeng came to Yu Wenjue and said: "What Zhu Wuwei said is that Duke Lueyang is not suitable for the time being to inherit the title of Lord Shangguan.
position, but it has not been stated that it cannot be granted another title! Nowadays, all state affairs and government affairs depend on Duke Lueyang, but the official title of Duke Lueyang is still the same as that of ordinary people. This is naturally a big mistake. If no honorific name is added
, how will we give orders both internally and externally?”
When Yu Wenjue heard this, his eyes widened immediately. He patted Yi Fufeng on the shoulder and laughed and said, "If I am awarded the title of king, I will reward you as a county prince!"
After Yi Fufeng heard this, he was overjoyed and kowtowed repeatedly to thank him. When other cronies saw this, they all rushed to offer suggestions. There was a heated discussion about what kind of royal title should be given to Yu Wenjue. If nothing else, at least in terms of popularity,
The King of Taiyuan cannot be inferior to Li Boshan!
Li Zhi was originally Yu Wenjue's number one confidant, but as Yu Wenjue recruited more and more gangsters, he gradually stopped obeying Li Zhi's words. Moreover, Yu Wenjue spent most of his time acting willfully, but Li Zhi always
We also need to deal with the serious affairs of the Chinese and Foreign Affairs Office.
Especially as the situation has worsened recently, Li Zhi is already thinking of an escape route.
For example, evacuation from Guanzhong also requires supplies to maintain consumption along the way. However, the previous eastern expedition of the army has consumed most of the supplies accumulated by the Zhongwai Mansion. Recently, the Zhongwai Mansion seems to be very lively, but in fact it is only limited to a corner of Tongzhou. The rest
Prefectures and counties, including Yongzhou and Chang'an, were actually not very cooperative with the orders of the Chinese and Foreign Governments.
Under such circumstances, if Li Zhi wanted to evacuate Guanzhong, he needed to step up the raising of supplies. He also needed to win support from the outside, such as the Turks. Therefore, the Chinese Foreign Affairs Office had to sort out the personnel matters that had previously dealt with the Turks.
With so many things piled up on his desk, Li Zhi didn't have much time to spend time with Yu Wen Jue. So he waited until Yu Wen Jue's new confidants sent the memorial to Yu Wen Jue's request for a royal title to the emperor's desk.
I found out that this happened.
He hurriedly went to the emperor's residence to retrieve the nonsense memorial and burned it directly. Then he came to Yuwenjue and asked: "Which audacious idiot dared to encourage Duke Lueyang to abandon the line of succession and turn to him?"
seal up?"
"I, I just feel that my reputation is not respectable enough..."
Facing Li Zhi's cold-faced question, Yu Wenjue couldn't help but feel a little embarrassed for a moment.
After Li Zhi heard this, he said in a deep voice: "Gong Lueyang is the direct heir of the Lord, and this is the most distinguished title! The Duke asked himself, what achievements have he made since he took charge of the government to deserve such a special title?
Praise? Nowadays, there are serious foreign troubles, and it is really not appropriate for Duke Lueyang to make a grand gesture like this!"
"My father created this country, so what if my heir succeeds him and becomes the emperor? How dare Si Lu'an be so presumptuous!"
Yu Wenjue was a little embarrassed at first, but when he saw that Li Zhi still had an unkind expression and a scolding tone, he couldn't help but feel embarrassed and annoyed for a while, and he raised his eyebrows and said angrily.
As Yu Wen Jue's expression suddenly changed, all the party members around him also showed unkind expressions. For example, Yi Fufeng and others who had been enthusiastic about giving advice to Yu Wen Jue directly drew their knives in their hands and faintly killed Li Zhi.
Surrounded.
There is no room for reason in a crazy atmosphere and environment. Even Li Zhi, the instigator, is now facing resistance and hostility because he is not crazy enough.
When he noticed that the atmosphere here was different, Li Zhi suddenly felt terrified and sweating profusely. He did not dare to accuse Yu Wenjue of his nonsense anymore. Instead, he knelt on the ground with a plop and said quickly: "Mr. Lueyang.
Worry, humble positions also have plans. But nowadays, the Chinese and foreign palaces are not where the imperial court rules and regulations are. The monarch is patrolling outside. Even if he has a special title, it is difficult to show his respect. In the old days, Li Boshan inherited the title of Shannan and did not allow people to come to the court to see him.
Your Majesty intends to belittle him. Now that Duke Lueyang wants to enter, he should enter the court as a king, display his majesty, and receive the title in the presence of the officials in the court. Only then can he show his glory!"
When Yu Wenjue heard what Li Zhi said, the anger on his face subsided slightly, and he looked at Li Zhi and said: "Si Lu is my confidant, but if you have any ideas, I respectfully submit them. As long as what you say is reasonable, how can I not?"
Accept it? Don’t I know that it is more honorable to enter the imperial court and be granted a title? But now that powerful enemies are coming, how can I have time to go to Chang’an to receive a title? It’s convenient and easy, and the unfinished business can be completed after defeating the enemy!”
"As a humble duty, I would like to obey the king's orders, but please ask the king to wait for a short while and allow me to prepare cultural relics to complete the ceremony."
Hearing that Yu Wenjue still insisted on being granted the title of king, Li Zhi could only nod in agreement, delaying it for a while in the name of preparing for etiquette. At the same time, he hoped that his father who was going to Chang'an could send back the good news as soon as possible, otherwise he would let it go.
If Yuwenjue continues his nonsense, the situation in Tongzhou will probably collapse immediately.
At the same time, far away in the Yongzhou Prefecture in Chang'an, Li Yuan looked at the indifferent Li Mu in front of him angrily and said loudly: "Xianqing, why are you still stubborn? If Li Boshan is really a kind person, why?
How could such a powerful force be gathered in such a short period of time?
My family has been under the control of Otsuka for a long time, and everyone in Kansai knows it. Even if there is no trouble for the younger generation, Li Boshan will spare me and other close associates of the old government lightly after entering the country? The only solution now is to gather those relics of the Bafu who are not tolerated.
Retreating to Yuanzhou is the only way to protect yourself in the long run!"
"Brother, you are too paranoid! If the King of Taiyuan is really just greedy and devoid of justice, he has already led his people to enter from Wuguan. Why rush to save Heluo? Now you will be the one who is blocked outside Tongguan.
Not the Shannan Division!"
Li Mu looked at his brother and said earnestly: "What's more, before his death, the Lord entrusted the King of Taiyuan to continue his work. Brother, you believe in the evil words of a child and want to kidnap me and run away, causing trouble to my whole family. I will never allow it.
If you continue to cause great trouble!"
Even after the Jiangling War ended, there had been hidden differences between the brothers. Now at the critical moment that determines the future of the entire family, the conflicts have completely erupted.
In order to prevent his brother from making further mistakes, Li Mu simply ordered his slaves to imprison Li Yuan in the house. However, the next morning, Li Mu was informed that Li Yuan had persuaded the slaves who were guarding him to escape over the wall. Li Mu
After learning about this incident, he was very upset, so he could only immediately send his troops back home and report the plan of Li Yuan and his son to his eldest brother Li Xian, who was left behind in the village.
However, these disputes and conflicts did not affect Yu Wenjue's mood. After his repeated urging, Li Zhi finally reluctantly prepared a conferment ceremony for him, which was to be held in the Zhitang Hall of the Chinese and Foreign Affairs Office.
But just before the ceremony was held, a group of hundreds of armored soldiers suddenly came galloping from the east.
This group of armored soldiers went straight to Tongzhou City. When the city defenders heard the news and rushed to fight the enemy, the leader shouted loudly: "The Taiyuan King's Brigade has arrived at Tongguan and will return to the court to quell the chaos in the near future. Today, a certain number of envoys
I would like to inform the soldiers and civilians in the same state that the officials are on duty and the people are on duty at their homes. They are not allowed to stir up trouble! Soldiers from all prefectures should return to their camps. Anyone who is armed and causing chaos in the market will be killed!"
"The King of Taiyuan is here..."
Hearing the shouts of these knights, all the soldiers and civilians inside and outside Tongzhou City nearby screamed in surprise, but some of these shouts were in surprise and some in fright. When the soldiers who were originally armed to greet the city heard this,
They were all too busy to stop and did not dare to step forward.
Under the awed gaze of these soldiers and civilians, these knights came directly to the city gate and posted the message of King Taiyuan's return to the court to quell the rebellion. Then they mounted their horses and walked around to the next city gate, saying at the same time
He was still calling out to King Taiyuan for his orders to the army and the people.
The arrival of these knights soon attracted many soldiers and civilians from home and abroad to watch. After hearing the content of the order, many people dispersed and hurriedly rushed to their homes according to the order of King Taiyuan.
.As for the soldiers, although they were not ordered to return to camp immediately, they did not dare to step forward to stop him.
Soon the news spread to the inner and outer palaces in the city. Li Zhi and others were naturally shocked when they heard the news. They did not expect that the indestructible Tongguan could not stop the Taiyuan King's brigade from outside.
Not to mention their respective moods and plans, the officials who had been gathered together to attend the conferment ceremony of Duke Lueyang immediately dispersed, no longer afraid of the shouts and interceptions of Duke Lueyang's cronies, and the scene suddenly became tense.