Han Shizu

Chapter 707 Entering Changsha, Ding Hunan

"Ma'am, although Jie Shuai is under heavy siege, nothing may happen!" Seeing Yan's crying, the young officer couldn't bear it, so he couldn't help persuading him.

"I know him, he won't come back alive, this is already his suicide note to me and my son!" Yan's tears continued.

Seeing this, the officer couldn't help being silent, and choked out a sentence: "Madam, my condolences!"

Taking a deep breath, the officer said: "Madam, please cheer up, the overall situation in Changsha needs to be presided over by you!"

Looking at him, he knew that this was Zhou Xingfeng's most trusted officer, and he was also a member of the township party. Yan did not hide it, and described his sadness, saying: "Zhou Liang, you don't understand the situation in Changsha. Now the soldiers There are less than a thousand people, the whole city is hungry, people are mourning, and the treasury is empty. I am a woman, so what can I do?
The people of Changsha have fought hard for a long time, and they are eager for peace. How can they fulfill their wish and do the act of hitting a stone with an egg, which will only increase casualties.The Han army is approaching, we just have to wait for them to enter the city and let them deal with it.”

Hearing this, the officer Zhou Liang shook his head and said seriously: "Madam, this subordinate does not mean this. Hunan is in such a difficult situation, and it is inappropriate to take the way of death. It is just that this subordinate came here under the order of the commander-in-chief, and must complete it to protect Madam and others. Mr. Xiaolang!"

Listening to his words, Yan's face was slightly saddened, and he looked at him with frowning eyes.Just as he was about to speak, the waiter came in and announced: "Madam, Li Guanxiang, the secretary in charge, and generals Sun and Wang are asking to see you!"

Yan Shi wiped away the tears, took a deep breath, and ordered: "Let the three of them come in!"

"Yes!"

After the waiter retreated to greet him, Captain Zhou Liang straightened up, cupped his hands and said, "Ma'am, I was ordered by Marshal Jie to come south. One is to guard, and the other is to target Li Guanxiang and others. I have also heard that Li Guanxiang and others have hidden ulterior motives. When the Han master arrives in Changsha, those generations will sacrifice the city and surrender, and use his wife and lord as the qualifications for promotion! To avoid accidents, they will be taken advantage of by traitors. Make me look for an opportunity to kill him!"

Zhou Xingfeng is a man of his generation, with a keen mind. Although he is determined to fight against the Han and wants to fight against the sky, he has always been aware of the development of the situation.Knowing that in order to prepare for this battle, he offended too many people. If he dies, he will be left with orphans and widowed mothers, and he will be in danger. The Yan family's mother and son will be protected by the Han court.

It was also mentioned in Zhou Xingfeng's letter to Yan, asking her not to feel hatred, to surrender, and to take refuge in the Han court.But when Zhou Liang and others come to the south, if Changsha has not fallen, they will eliminate Li Guanxiang and other dissidents, lest the contribution of dedicating the city be stolen by others
At this time, upon hearing Zhou Liang's words, Yan couldn't help showing a little complicated expression.Thinking that he was suspicious, Zhou Liang touched the saber at his waist, with a fierce look on his face, and said in a deep voice: "Madam, you don't need to worry about safety. I have hundreds of soldiers with me when I come back, and they all followed Jie Shuai for many years. A veteran of many battles, his loyalty can be guaranteed, and he can also be the guard of the commander-in-chief's mansion, which is enough to accomplish things.

The three of Li Guanxiang came at the right time, took advantage of his unpreparedness, captured and beheaded him first, and then used his wife to appease the soldiers, saying that he would reassure him with the intention of dedicating the city. .

For the safety of my wife and Mr. Xiaolang, please don't hesitate and make a quick decision! "

Zhou Liang was honest, but Yan still shook his head slightly, and said sadly: "My husband is fierce and strong, deep and easy to kill, I have always disagreed. Changsha has shed too much blood for so many years, Too many people have died. Secretary Li has always been respectful to my husband and me. He has served for three years and has never been negligent. Let alone kill them. Forget it, life and death are fate, let’s just let it go.”

"Ma'am!" Zhou Liang wanted to persuade.

"I have made up my mind on this matter, so don't say too much! You have come back from Yuezhou, you have worked so hard, so you can rest in the mansion!" Yan waved his hand to stop him.

Seeing Yan's solemn and determined expression, the young officer finally shut up.

Soon, three civil and military men walked into the hall, glanced at Zhou Liang who was standing beside him, and the dusty Zhou Liang saluted Yan Shi together: "See Madam!"

"The three of you are exempt!" Yan Shi regained her dignity, her tears had already stopped, but her eyes were reddened, and the sadness was hard to hide.

Noticing it, Li Guanxiang asked tentatively: "I heard that Jie Shuai sent someone to the south, and I don't know how the battle in Yuezhou is going. The officials are deeply worried!"

Glancing at the three of them, Yan sighed and said: "My husband sent someone to report to the south. He has the will to die, and Baling is in decline. He may have fallen, and my husband may have been defeated."

"What!" Li Guanxiang had a shocked expression.

The Yan family seemed calmer, but hugged Zhou Baoquan even tighter, and continued: "Now that the imperial army is approaching, how should we deal with it?"

After hesitating for a while, Li Guanxiang cupped his hands and said, "Madam Qi, if the Commander-in-Chief Jie loses to Yuezhou, I will feel very regretful. However, given the situation in Changsha and even Hunan, we can no longer disobey the imperial court. City officials, soldiers and civilians, the only way is to surrender!"

"You all have the same opinion?" Yan looked at Sun and Wang.

The eyes of the two twinkled a little, but they still responded with certainty: "Exactly!"

Seeing this, Yan still said flatly: "Since everyone agrees, I am a woman, and I should be the same. Now I am orphaned and widowed, and I can't do anything, so I will trouble Secretary Li to go to the Hanying and make a statement. The meaning of dedicating the city. My mother and son will bind their hands and wait for their disposal!"

For some reason, hearing what Yan said, the three of them breathed a sigh of relief, but also felt a little ashamed.It was Li Guanxiang who reacted more naturally, and cupped his hands and said: "Madam, don't worry, although Jie Shuai is against the court, the court will definitely not bully women and children. What's more, Madam understands the righteousness and volunteers to dedicate the city. She should treat her kindly!"

"As for the matter, I will leave it to Secretary Li!"

"The next official will live up to his mission!"

When the three of Yan Shi and Li Guanxiang were right, Zhou Liang kept his hand on the handle of the knife, and was very hard.But the three who left didn't realize it at all, and almost became ghosts under the sword.

Over a day later, under the welcome of Li Guanxiang, Han cavalry came from the south, and Yan's mother and son, dressed in plain clothes, led the army and civilians of the city to welcome the soldiers into the city.Under the leadership of the general Shi Yanchao, the Han army entered the city, captured the guards, and quickly controlled the main roads, closed warehouses, and government offices throughout the city to stabilize the order.

Two days later, Murong Yanzhao, the commander of the camp in the south, also led his troops to the south.Dressed in full armor, very solemn, under the banner, he is very heroic, surrounded by armored horses and guards, which further sets off the majesty of Commander Zhengnan.

As the vanguard of defection and the previous person in charge of military and political affairs, Li Guanxiang was fortunate to be by his side.Looking at the intact city of Changsha, and the fluttering Han flag proving the results of the southern expedition, Murong Yanzhao said to Li Guanxiang: "This time, the whole city can go down to Changsha without bloodshed. Mr. Li has made great contributions!"

"You are so handsome! The heavenly soldiers are coming from the south, and Changsha's soldiers and civilians dare not go against the sky, so they should offer their obedience!" Hearing this, the smile on the old face was like a chrysanthemum, and he complimented with a low eyebrow.

"How is the situation in the city?" This was asked by Shi Yanchao.

Shi Yanchao replied: "It's all under control, and there is no trouble. These Chu people are very honest!"

"Where's Zhou Xingfeng's wife and children?" he asked again.

"Temporarily control it and detain it in the Jiedu Mansion. At the end, we will send people to guard it closely!" Shi Yanchao said.

Turning his head to look at him, Murong Yanzhao said: "No bullying!"

"With the military order of the commander in chief, how dare the subordinates violate it?" Shi Yanchao replied.But he was muttering in his heart, the Yan family is not a beautiful woman, and the handsome mansion is also in a poor state, there is really nothing to disturb.
"Changsha can also be regarded as the capital of Hunan. However, the officials are poor, the army is poor, and the people are poor. Compared with Jiangling, there is a huge difference. There is almost no food left in the warehouse, and the rats can starve to death." Shi Yanchao couldn't help it. Tucao Road.

Listening to his narration, Murong Yanzhao couldn't help but glance at Li Guanxiang.Facing Murong Dushuai's gaze, Li Guanxiang responded with some embarrassment: "Changsha's money, food and goods were collected by Zhou Xingfeng and used as military use."

Murong Yanzhao turned his head, seemed sullen and sighed, "Zhou Xingfeng really spared no effort to fight against Master Wang!"

"The commander-in-chief has just arrived, whether to go to the city to rest, the commander's mansion has been cleaned up!" Li Guanxiang asked for instructions.

Nodding his head, he rode his horse into the city. Murong Yanzhao spoke very quickly: "Immediately prepare a call and send it to Huxiangzhou County to order it to surrender. , sent troops to wipe out. With Pan Mei and Cao Bin as the left and right marching envoys, each led [-] troops, marched into the states of Heng, Gui, Dao, and Chen, and collected the southern border! In addition, send envoys to report victory to Tokyo, Changsha has already arrived, and Hunan will be settled!"

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