Han Shizu

Chapter 40 The Three Heroes of Luzhou
The "revolutionary" situation of Shangdang is actually more optimistic than Liu Chengyou expected.The return to training is actually still conservative.

Before the former Jiedu envoy Zhang Cong'en went to Bian, the general was entrusted to three people, Zhao Xingqian, the Jiedu judge, Gao Fang, and the Luzhou inspector Wang Shouen.

Among the three, except for Zhao Xingqian, the other two expressed dissatisfaction with joining the Khitan.In particular, Gao Fang, a person with great national integrity, expressed his opposition clearly and strongly when Zhang Cong'en had intentionally "betrayed" and surrendered to the Khitan.

Since Liang and Jin fought for hegemony, the regime in the Central Plains has been replaced several times. In the process, a powerful force, the Hedong Generals Group, has emerged.Especially after the demise of Zhu Liang, the Hedong Group was no longer limited to Jin and began to spread throughout the country.The rise and fall of dynasties is basically the result of the internal struggle of the Hedong Generals Group.

From the Later Tang Dynasty to the Later Jin Dynasty, and then to today's Liu Zhiyuan, the iteration of the Central Plains Dynasty has never been separated from the basic plan of "Hedong".

And this high defense is a member of the Hedong generals group, and it is the largest level.He is a native of Jin, a family of military generals, and two generations have followed Jin kings Li Keyong and Li Cunxu and their sons to fight the country.Although his status is not high and his reputation is not prominent, he has always been active in the political and military.

The current Shangdang, military and political are in the hands of Gao Fang and Wang Shouen, both of whom were left by Zhang Cong'en to assist Zhao Xingqian.Wang Shou'en was also Zhang Cong'en's marriage family, and he was called to an important position during the mourning period. As a result, the Khitan envoy came to the rear and took power to collect money.Furious and hated, he conspired with Gao Fangyi to overthrow Zhao Xingqian.As soon as Xiang Xun was ordered to contact him, he offered his sincerity without hesitation.

The only uncertain factor is that Li Wanchao, the commander of Su Rui, has more than 1000 Su Rui sergeants stationed in Shangdang under his command.However, this gentleman's attitude is even tougher than that of Gaofang. In the Yangcheng war, this gentleman even led the army to fight bloody battles with the Khitans.

As for Zhao Xingqian after Jieduliu, it is not necessarily true that he was really determined to join the Khitan and wanted to go all the way to the dark.It's just that in the more than a month after his stay, he cooperated with Yelu Deguang's decree, and Luzhou's envoy to collect money, took money and offended too many people, and there were too many soldiers and civilians in the city who wanted to kill. quick.

For the dangerous situation in Shangdang City, even the dullest person can perceive it.The soldiers and horses from Hedong in the north were staring at him when they entered the country, and they were detached from the inside, but Zhao Xingqian had nothing to do. Now he can only come with the Khitan to make him retreat to Jiedu Shuaifu, and he is looking forward to the arrival of Geng Chongmei.Up to now, even the letter urging for help has not been sent out.

In the middle of the night, the land of Jinzhong was still shrouded in a black twilight, and a cavalry was rubbing black and hurried south.Outside Shangdang City, it was divided into two waves. The brigade crossed the city and continued southward. The group of more than ten riders, holding torches, moved directly towards Shangdang City. The leader was Xiang Xun.

The originally peaceful city head was immediately shattered, and the small school on duty alertly asked, "Who is this!"

Xiang Xun led people, reined in a safe distance, and took a few breaths.Looking up at the high city wall, he directly revealed his identity: "The next one is the friend of the high judge and Wang Patrol. Please go and report to the party. Ye Chi will go to the party, and I am in a hurry!"

Showing the names of Gao Defense and Wang Shouen was still very useful, and the small school immediately sent someone to notify.Before he did, the city gate opened a hole, and Xiang Xun, more than a dozen people, were easily put in.

In the city, the Surui Army was stationed, and Xiang Xun was ordered by Li Wanchao to welcome him into his military tent.Li Wanchao had a strong physique, tough face, and a clear scar on his head. At first glance, he knew that he was a general who had gone through military affairs.

"Brother Xiang, please rest in the tent for a while, the king and the second prince of the high school will be there later!" Li Wanchao clasped his fists and saluted as he entered and pointed to the simple military tent.

"I won't be polite to the general!" Xiang Xun bowed his hand in return, and said very naturally: "Brothers who have come south with me, please trouble the general to arrange one or two."

"That's natural, please rest assured, brother!"

Xiang Xun's face was full of beards, and his eyes seemed to be a little blurry, showing a tired look.Running north and south continuously, rarely stopping, and walking at night, it is indeed not easy for Xiang Xun to travel a distance of more than [-] miles.As soon as he fell, he fell into a state of deep sleep, and his physical fatigue seemed to dissipate with the long snoring.

I couldn't let Xiang Xun rest for long, but after a while, Gao Fang and Wang Shouen arrived at the Sure Camp.When he was called, Xiang Xun showed no impatience on his face. After seeing the ceremony, he forced himself to discuss important matters with the three.Li Wanchao was also very considerate and prepared some food for Xiang Xun.

Although the food is simple, Xiang Xun eats quite deliciously.Ignoring any rudeness, I talked to the three of them while eating: "Three, knowing the situation of Shangdang, Your Highness has decided to send troops south overnight. The First Army of Longqi has already set out first, and it is estimated that its feet are on the way. Cheng, before dawn, you should be able to go to the city. Your Royal Highness, the army, after that, the Shangdang side, it's up to you."

Chewing something in his mouth, Xiang Xun's speech was slightly slurred, but the three of them obviously heard clearly.Under the eyes of Xiang Xun, the inspector Wang Shouen immediately stated: "I am waiting for Master Wang as much as I am waiting for the rain, and I will definitely lead the city to return!"

Wang Shouen, if you want to say what kind of ability he has, it is not necessarily true. He is extremely greedy. Every place he takes office, he focuses on gathering, and there is no lower limit.It's just that his family is rich, and he has a very powerful Lao Tzu. Under his shadow, his official luck has been prosperous all the way.

His father, Wang Jianli, was a famous official who started his career with Emperor Mingzong of the Tang Dynasty.Throughout the Five Dynasties and various dynasties, although there are many kings with different surnames, those who can be crowned kings are all heroes of the moment.

Therefore, among Wang, Gao, and Li, Wang Shouen was the leader.After he finished his statement, Li Wanchao couldn't wait to answer: "Brother Xiang, don't worry, Zhao Xingqian and the Khitan made money for their evil, and the army and the people were indignant. We were not willing to give meat to Hu Kou, even if Master Wang didn't come, There is also a heart of righteousness!"

Xiang Xun had already figured out the attitudes of these three people, otherwise he would not have dared to contact them.Hearing this at this time, he nodded and said solemnly: "His Royal Highness means that the whole city must be taken down, and the Shangdang must not be rioted. Next, we have to deal with the Khitan army that may be heading north."

"It's all right!" Gao Fang said, with a steady expression on his face, which made one's heart feel at ease: "Shangdang army, we are in control, Zhao Xingqian and Khitan can't turn over the money. What a wave. But Geng Chongmei, His Highness's concerns are justified, and he has to guard against it."

"With all the armies working together, great things will be accomplished!" Xiang Xun laughed.

"It's not too late! How about I wait to raise troops overnight, enter the handsome mansion, kill Zhao Xingqian and the Khitan Hu chief, and surrender the city to surrender?" At this time, Li Wanchao slapped his thigh and stared at the three of them with burning eyes.

Hearing his words, Xiang Xun didn't say anything, just glanced at Wang Shouen and Gao Fang.The two looked at each other, nodded Gao Fang, and Wang Shouen made a decision: "General Li led his troops to attack Jiedu Mansion, and this official led the city guards and soldiers to control the whole city!"

"Three, I'm already exhausted both physically and mentally. I'm going to bother you with the affairs of the party. I'm going to sleep in this tent. I hope that when I wake up, the whole city will be full of good news." Seeing this, Xiang Xiang The training was very easy.

Li Wanchao, however, admired Xiang Xun's bearing, laughed, and stood up: "Brother Xiang, let's take a good night's rest in this account!"

　Thanks to book friends Maple Leaf Fluttering Like What Year Jop, Persevering Capri, and Bai Yunjing for the reward.

　　
　
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