In July of the first year of Zhining, the Mongolian army attacked Jin for the third time.
Genghis Khan first defeated Xuandezhou and Dexing Prefecture, and stormed the north entrance of Juyong Pass for several days. Then he went west along the Sanggan River, passed through Yuzhou, climbed over the mountains, detoured around Guangling, Lingqiu, Feihu and other places, and entered Zijingguan Pass.
Although the defenders of the Jin Kingdom had fought fiercely with the Mongols for many years, they were still unable to adapt to the Mongolian army's bold roundabout tactics that did not consider the retreat route. If they left troops everywhere, they would be defeated everywhere. If one point was broken, the entire line would be broken. As many key passes along the Yanshan Mountains changed hands in a blink of an eye,
The Mongol army surged into Hebei and the Central Plains like a surging wave.
At this time, the so-called Jinshan Province, which had accumulated hundreds of thousands of troops, had also collapsed. As Genghis Khan led the elite troops with his brave general Zhebie and his close servant Zhabal Huozhe straight to the south entrance of Juyong Pass, many Yin troops who originally guarded the north entrance of Juyong Pass, and the Chi army
Surrender. The defense system that took so much effort to build ceased to exist. The main force of the Jin army quickly retreated and fled to Daxing Prefecture in Zhongdu.
Wherever the Mongolian army moved, it was like entering uninhabited territory. When the Jin army fought in the field, the entire army was in disaster, and the city guards were massacred. In just over ten days, hundreds of military prefectures on the East-West Road and Zhongdu Road in Hebei were all on the verge of collapse.
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This was the third blow that the imperial court suffered last year after two failures the year before. This time, it was a blow that went straight to the internal organs!
In the past ten days, the imperial court was unable to respond appropriately to such a dangerous situation. Instead, many political forces took this opportunity to launch fierce attacks on political opponents. Political conflicts in the Zhongdu court continued.
It is getting worse day by day, just as the military danger outside Zhongdu is getting worse day by day.
With the support of his servants, Tu Shanyi got off the carriage and walked slowly to his carriage.
A few dozen steps away from the car, many lower-status civil and military officials looked at each other. Some wanted to go and inquire about the situation, but they did not dare to disturb Tu Danyi.
This Shangshu Youcheng is a veteran of three dynasties. He has a very high position and is known for his resourcefulness. In the two previous wars with the Mongolian army, he has put forward very targeted suggestions, so many people hope that this time, Shan Yi
You can also make plans to save the situation.
But……
Tu Dan Youcheng's face is really ugly.
Tu Danyi noticed the expectant looks of his colleagues, patted the servant on the shoulder, and stopped for a moment.
Many ministers hurriedly took a few steps forward, but Tu Shanyi did not look at them. He turned back and looked at the palace.
The weather these days is indescribably strange compared to usual. It should have been a time of crisp autumn air and clear clouds, but these days, it has been cloudy almost every day. Thick clouds are pressing down one after another, turning into clouds.
The pale black haze almost covered the cornices at the top of Danfeng Gate.
But deep inside the Danfeng Gate, along the Qianbu Corridor to Yingtian Gate, and then to the various palaces, it seems that they are all slowly being swallowed up by something dark and gloomy. Those originally magnificent buildings have not seen the light at all.
Can, only lifeless gray.
Tu Danyi sighed.
He let go of his hand, and a memorial written densely with small words fell to the ground. The servants were busy bringing the carriage close, and some followers jumped down from the shaft. No one paid attention to the small paper and went to the carriage in an instant.
I stepped on it several times.
He was old, and his recovery was slow. His foot injury never healed, and it was obviously difficult for him to get into the car. People in the car quickly stretched out their arms to help him.
Tu Danyi slapped the man's hand away angrily, but the man continued to come closer with a smile. Finally, he supported the reluctant Tu Danyi up, and diligently arranged soft cushions for the old man to sit down.
The car started driving in Mingming, passed Longjin Bridge, turned east, and then headed north to Kaiyang Xifang. The roads along the way were often congested.
Those were the subordinates of the Police Patrol and the Armed Guards, who were busy driving away the defeated soldiers who had entered the city earlier, trying to get them to station themselves in the military camps near the Jinkou River and Carriage Canal in the north. Officials from the Shangshu Province were also shouting along the way, saying that they had been arranged in the military camps.
Rewards of wine and meat.
However, the defeated soldiers did not obey. They subconsciously felt that the safest place was within the thick city walls at the emperor's feet.
What is ridiculous is that at the same time, many high-ranking officials and nobles in the city sent out carriages and horses to take their families and relatives out of the city to seek refuge. People inside and outside were crowded together, making the wide streets blocked with water. There were shouts of curses and cries.
Shouts and noises came and went.
The journey of just over two miles took a long time.
No one said anything in the car.
Tu Danyi originally thought that the young man opposite him would ask about the outcome of his confrontation with the emperor, but the young man never asked. The old man knew very well that this was because the young man had no hope for the emperor at all. Not only this young man
People, even those with some discernment in Zhongdu, had little hope for the emperor.
So Tu Danyi sighed.
"Qing Jin, I wanted you to keep an eye on that evil tiger, but you revealed such a big thing to me."
Yila Chucai, who was sitting opposite Tu Danyi, apologized and bowed deeply: "Sir, the Mongolian army's massive incursion is a major event. This major event is imminent and cannot be delayed. Please don't blame Chu Cai for doing so without permission.
decision."
"You have vision and means, Jin Qing. However, you don't have the guts to make decisions on your own, let alone the strength to support you to act on your own... Maybe, that evil tiger is extremely ferocious, which emboldens you? What's more?
perhaps……"
Deep worry flashed across Tu Shanyi's eyebrows: "Jin Qing has been out for a few months, and what did he see? Do you think that the current situation has collapsed to this point, so people can no longer follow the rules?"
Yi La Chucai maintained his bowing posture: "My lord, the princes in the court have their own considerations; the warriors below who are fighting with weapons and swords have their own considerations. Sometimes things happen in a hurry, and it really doesn't allow for everything to go smoothly.
After slowly thinking about it, the so-called rules can only be put aside for a while. In addition... Chu Cai really feels that it is time to cut through the mess with a sharp knife."
Tu Danyi pondered for a moment.
He suddenly asked: "Since you are accompanying King Sheng these days, what do you think of King Sheng?"
When Yizai Chucai was about to answer, Tu Danyi responded: "Qing Jin, I want to hear the truth!"
In the past ten days, Guo Ning and others marched eastward deep in Tangbo, constantly gathering people and reorganizing their forces along the way.
The King Sheng, who was coerced into his subordinates, was a man of wealth after all, and was used to being condescending. His kindness to those powerful figures in Hebei did not see any effect for a while. He was even less able to get involved in related military affairs and could only sit back and watch.
As Guo Ning and others' strength continued to expand like a snowball.
Even if this is the case, being promoted to the king does have a lot of benefits, so even those who want to assassinate Chu Cai have to admire him.
Chu Cai sat upright and said solemnly: "You are just a man of talent, and there is nothing praiseworthy about it. However, you are quite forbearing and know how to humble yourself... you may be able to bear a heavy burden."
Tu Danyi laughed and said: "Even if the clan of the Kingdom of Jin is repeatedly forced to withdraw, there are still at least hundreds of people to choose from. Only those who are worthy of being promoted to king can win the attention of Jin Qing?"
"My lord, this is enough. After the new king takes the throne, all he needs to do is bow his head. The lord will be in command at the center of the court. In the fight against the Mongols, there will be warriors who can fight, and the situation of the court will be decided at this point.
...What else is there to worry about?”
"How do you know that some people won't break the rules?"
"Sir, Guo Ning is not the only one participating in the ceremony to welcome the king."
"You mean?"
"Although Guo Ning is a vicious tiger, he is self-aware and does not dare to dominate. Therefore, he successively attracted three people: Miao Daorun of Dingzhou, Zhang Rou of Yizhou, and Jing'an Min of Zhuozhou. These three people are powerful enough to compete with
Guo Ning protested in separate courts. What’s more, there are heroes inside and outside the Central Capital. If the boss comes forward to raise his arms, he will definitely respond. "
Having said this, Yi Ya Chucai leaned forward and said: "The court situation is certain, and the rules will naturally follow. When the new king comes to the throne, he will summon the generals from all over the country to join the king of Zhongdu Qin. Who dares to do anything wrong?"
Think? Who has that power?"
Tu Danyi leaned back, letting his aging body sink into the soft cushions, and laughed softly: "Jin Qing..."
"Sir?"
"You have made progress."
"My lord, you are so complimentary..." Yila Chucai shook his head. Seeing that Tu Danyi's expression showed no anger, he mustered up the courage and whispered: "This way, there is only one more difficulty left..."
"There is no more difficulty." Tu Danyi cut off his words.
"What?"
"Don't do anything that breaks the rules unless you have to. However, you can rest assured that we have no difficulties in front of us."
Tu Danyi was low on energy. He leaned on the cushions and immediately fell asleep, and his voice became softer and softer.
Yi La Chucai didn't understand Tu Danyi's meaning at all, and wanted to wake the old man up and ask for clarification, but he heard Tu Shanyi murmur: "If you are promoted to king, just be promoted to king. Now... oh, I'm not picky anymore."
You go out of the city now and ask him to move quickly."