Master Kong Zhongni

Chapter 246 Unexplainable
After Yang Hu left the city, he led his army straight to the five fathers' road in the east of the city.

He had previously agreed with the chariot troops in various cities that they would gather here.

But at this time, there are not many convoys coming to join forces with Yang Hu.

Some of the convoys in the city suffered huge losses in the previous battle because they were blocked by Confucian disciples and great officials, and they didn't even enter Qufu City.

The other part was persuaded to surrender by Gongshan Buxuan and Ji Sunfei in the name of Ji's name.

Another part is still trapped in the fierce battle in Qufu city. Their luck is not as good as that of Yanghu. Don't dare to open the city and let them out.

Looking at the tombs lined up in the road of the five fathers, Yang Hu smiled meaningfully.

"Tiger's rule of the country begins from this, and it seems that it will end from this."

The subordinates at the side heard Yang Hu's words and immediately understood what he meant.

Back then, Yang Hu launched a mutiny and imprisoned Ji Sunsi. In order to ensure that Ji Sunsi and Ji's retainers would not disobey his will, Yang Hu went with them to the road of the five fathers to curse.

After taking charge of the state affairs, Yang Hu had enmity with Lu Dinggong, Mengsun Heji, Shusun Zhou many times, and even the people of Qufu came here to swear and swear.

As for why he came to the Qufu of the Five Fathers to curse, it is because this is a mass grave in Qufu.

The so-called "five fathers" is "unfu", and the thoroughfare of unfu is the place where people who can't find their lineage are buried.

Because of this, this place has always been considered a place of great evil, so whenever Yang Hu wants to perform a curse, he must come here to perform it.

The cold winter has passed, and the waves on the Yishui in the distance are surging, and big fish can be seen rolling from time to time.

Red and green wildflowers are blooming on the undulating hills of Wufu Zhiqu, and busy bees can be seen faintly among the flowers and plants.

When the breeze blows, it drives the weeds downhill to the south.

When Yang Hu saw this, he couldn't help feeling emotional. He thought of the gatekeeper's move to let him out of the city earlier, and seemed to remember something.

He was silent for a moment, and finally couldn't help but let out a long sigh.

"The virtue of a gentleman is the virtue of a villain, and the grass of a villain. The wind on the grass will die."

After hearing this, the subordinates couldn't help asking: "Yangzi, what are you talking about?"

Yang Hu raised his whip and pointed to the grassy hill in the distance, smiled and said: "I used to talk with Zi Wo, and he said this sentence to me at that time. It's just that I didn't take this sentence to heart at that time. But Looking back now, it makes a lot of sense.

The virtue of a gentleman is as subtle as the wind, and the virtue of a villain is as swaying as grass. If there is wind on the grass, the grass will sway with the wind.

There is a cloud in "Yi": Sunda hexagram said, emphasizing Sunda to affirm destiny.Gang Xun is almost Zhongzheng and Zhixing.Both softness and rigidity are suitable for Xiaoheng, and there are benefits to see adults.

The two Sundas are important to each other, and they can claim the life of the king.Masculinity is in the middle and upright position, and it does what it wants.Femininity is subject to masculinity.Therefore, it is advisable to have a good fortune, and it is advisable to meet powerful people.

Now it seems that what Ziwo said can also be reflected with this passage in "Yi".At that time, I didn't listen to his advice. It's a pity! "

Seeing that Yang Hu is still in the mood to discuss these things, the subordinates couldn't help urging: "Yangzi, the pursuers are probably coming soon, you should leave early."

Unexpectedly, when Yang Hu heard this, he just snorted.

He flicked his cloak and said loudly: "People from the state of Lu heard that I left Qufu, and they were happy to die later. How could they have time to chase me?"

When the subordinates heard the words, they couldn't help but anxiously said: "Oh! You should quickly get into the carriage. Others may not have the courage, but have you forgotten? Father Gong is there!"

Yang Hu snorted: "Gong Lianyang indeed has the guts, but it's a pity that he followed the wrong person. With Meng Sun Heji's idiot personality, he would not allow his retainers to come and pursue him."

The subordinates asked again: "But have you forgotten? Doctor Tuqiu is still here!"

Yang Hu heard this and said: "If Zaizi wants to chase me, is there still time to run away? If Zaizi doesn't come to chase me, how dare I continue to run away?"

The subordinates were puzzled when they heard the words.

What is this called?

According to Yang Hu's intention, Doctor Tu Qiu still has to come after him?
If Jae Yu didn't chase after him, wouldn't Yang Hu run away?
Yang Hu didn't bother to explain to them in detail, he just ordered: "You don't have to worry so much, just do what I want, and I guarantee that everyone's life will be safe. I have been fighting for so long, and I am hungry. Let's light a fire and cook here!"

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At this moment, it was not only the Meng family who got the news of Yang Hu's escape, Zai Yu also received the notification that Yang Hu had left the city.

They have now taken over the control of the South Gate, and with the help of Gongshan Buxuan and Ji Sunfei who led the army, they subdued the Shang army under Shu Sunzhi.

At this time, Zaiyu got the news of Yanghu's escape, and quickly asked Luhou for his order: "My servant, Zaiyu, asks to pursue Yanghu."

Lu Hou also hesitated for a while when he heard the words.

Although the situation in Qufu City has initially stabilized, Yang Hu's followers are still fleeing around the city.

Among other things, Shusun Zhe still held Shusun Zhouchou to resist stubbornly.

The three upper army brigades plus the Zhongdu chariots and disciples, although the number is not too many, there are still two thousand people.

And because Shusun Zhouchou's life was pinched in the hands of Uncle Sun, the retainers of the Shusun family who controlled half of the army refused to attack Shusun.

If you want to win the uncle and grandson, you can only rely on the strength of the Meng family and the disciples of Confucianism.

If we divide our troops to chase Yanghu now, what if the remaining troops in the city cannot defeat Shusun Zhe?
Lu Hou hesitated, and Zaiyu could only turn to Gongshan Buxuan for help at this time.

But Gongshan Buxuan heard Zaiyu's request, and he just said: "If Buxuan remembers correctly, the only thing I promise you is to help put down the rebellion. Pursuing Yanghu is not within the scope of our oath."

Although Gongshan Buxuan has now joined the anti-insurgency camp, in the final analysis, the reason why he is here is the result of Zaiyu's repeated bluffing and deception.

Therefore, even though Gongshan Buxuan fulfilled his promise, there was still a lump in his heart.

In addition, Yang Hu had a good relationship with him on weekdays, and if Yang Hu was expelled from Qufu, then his position as Ji's housekeeper could almost be fulfilled firmly.

Therefore, Gongshan has no reason to continue chasing Yanghu regardless of emotion or reason.

But Gongshan Buxuan could not stop chasing him, but Zaiyu had to.

Although Zaiyu and Gongshan Buxuan didn't get through in advance, the two have the same views on Yanghu's escape.

Now is Yang Hu's weakest time, if he can't be eliminated now, then it will not be that simple to get rid of him after Yang Hu returns to Yang Pass and defends the city.

The main fiefdoms of the Meng family are all gathered in the northeast of Lu State, and Yiyi, which is supervised by the father of Gonglian Chu, is located [-] miles south of Yangguan, and Tuqiu is next to Yiyi and Yangguan. .

So once Yang Hu rebelled at Yangguan, the most troublesome thing would be him and Gong Lian's virgin father.

But that's not the worst.

If Yang Hu took Yang Guan and defected to Qi State, for Lu State, it would be impossible for Lu State to spit out the land swallowed by Qi State.

For Zaiyu, without the barrier of Yangguan, his Tuqiu would become the northern gateway of Lu State facing Qi State. If Qi and Lu went to war, Tuqiu would definitely be affected.

How can he feel at ease when he is fighting at both ends for three days?
So no matter whether it is public or private, Zaiyu has to chase Yanghu today, regardless of whether he can catch up or not, let's put it aside if he can't beat him.

Missing this opportunity, Jae Yu will definitely regret it for the rest of his life.

But everyone's interests are always different. For Luhou, Zaiyu can now be regarded as a doctor who is loyal to the office.

The power of the office is already weak, if Zai Yu is involved in the crusade against Yang Hu, wouldn't his busy work today be in vain?
Yangguan is lost, we can talk about it later.

But Jae Yu is gone, who else can he rely on to check and balance San Huan?

Marquis Lu resolutely refused, saying: "The doctor's childlike heart is pitiful.

It’s just that I once asked Confucius about the principles of governing a country. The Master said: Qiu also heard that those who have a state and a family do not suffer from poverty but inequality, and do not suffer from poverty but anxiety.

The emperor, feudal lords, and scholar-bureaucrats all have their own fiefdoms, and they are not afraid of uneven distribution because of a lack of wealth, and of instability because of a small number of people.

If property is distributed fairly and reasonably, there will be no poverty.If there is harmony between the upper and lower levels, there is no need to worry about the scarcity of people.When the society is stable, there is no danger of the country being overthrown.

In governing the country according to this principle, if the people from far away do not submit, we should promote the culture and education to make them submit.After he comes, let him settle down.

Now the widow has no virtue, and when governing the country, people from far away do not come to submit, and the country is divided and cannot maintain its stability and unity.

I'm afraid that the case of Yang Hu is not an isolated case, and the worry of the State of Lu lies not in Yang Hu, but in Xiao Qiang! "

Lu Hou's words were very euphemistic, but all the smart people present heard it clearly.

He was reminding Zaiyu that Yang Hu was defeated in Qufu, even if he enters Yangguan to defend in the future, relying on the strength of Lu State to send troops to attack him, Yang Hu's defeat is only a matter of time.

Instead of focusing on Yang Hu, it is better to preserve strength so as to cope with the turmoil that Sanhuan may cause in the future.

But Zaiyu couldn't agree with Lu Hou's point of view at this time.

Even if the other party moves out his wife, Zai Yu still has to argue with him.

He opened his mouth and said: "There is a saying in "Yi": Wang Yong went out to fight, there was a good man who lost his head, and he was ugly when he was captured by bandits, there is no blame.

Under the leadership of the king, counterattack the enemy, order rewards to subdue the enemy, crusade against the enemy, and only kill the most evil person.Don't capture normal minions so you don't cause trouble.

Now that Yang Hu started a rebellion in Lu State, if he can't be punished, then there will be many bandits in the country, and everyone will follow Yang Hu's actions.

And if you can destroy Yang Hu and pardon those followers who were coerced by him to make trouble, then people like Uncle Sun Zhe will naturally lose their will to resist, so why do you need your lord to lead the army to crusade in person?
I implore you to follow my advice, and uphold the principle of 'the culprit must be dealt with, the coercion will not be questioned, if you are deceived, you will not be guilty, and you will be rewarded if you fight back', order your subordinates to go to suppress Yanghu's defeated soldiers. "

When Jai Yu said this, those members of the Lixin Society who followed Jae Yu paid homage to him one after another.

"I implore you to accept your kind words and follow them."

Lu Hou glanced across the field, making his eyelids twitch.

Except for Gongshan Buxuan, almost all the staff were pleading for Zaiyu's order.

Even Ji Sunfei, who was not yet crowned, boldly said: "Your Majesty, I also think that Master is right."

Lu Hou glanced at Ji Sunfei who thought he was mature and imitated the tone of an adult, and was a little dumbfounded.

Judging from the situation, it would be impossible for him not to agree today.

Eh……

Forget it, it was hard to find a doctor who was willing to be loyal to the office. If this incident caused him to have a gap in his mind, then it would not be beautiful.

Instead of this, it is better to let him go to conquer Yanghu.

Lu Hou said: "Since the doctor has repeatedly asked for orders, it means that you have made a decision after careful consideration. In this case, please go immediately to suppress the Yanghu rebellion. If you do not see the enemy after leaving the city, please return as soon as possible. Qufu."

Zaiyu heard the words and bowed: "I respectfully accept the emperor's order."

After Zaiyu accepted the order, he ordered all the Tuqiu soldiers to change their clothes, and they rushed out of the city to pursue them in the vehicles that Mi Buqi, Qi Diaokai and others rushed to rescue from various cities and towns.

As soon as they left the city, they saw smoke and fire rising from the direction of Five Fathers' Avenue, and flags undulating among the hills.

Seeing this, Zai Yu thought it was Meng who had fought Yang Hu ahead of him, so he ordered to go full speed in the direction of the smoke.

Not long after, Zaiyu led the gentry through Zhoudao and came to the thoroughfare of the five fathers.

It's just that the scene in front of him was obviously beyond his expectations.

Yang Hu was leisurely standing on the car, holding the freshly baked dough to satisfy his hunger, while looking at the distant scenery.

If it weren't for his bloody battle armor, ordinary people would probably think that this guy is out for an outing.

Seeing Jae Yu coming, Yang Hu swallowed the remaining dough in one gulp, then patted the dust off his hands, and said with a loud smile, "My son, I've been waiting for you for a long time!"

How long are you waiting for me?

As soon as this remark came out, Zaiyu didn't wait for his reply.

The tuqiu soldiers behind him put up their bows and crossbows, ready to go.

And the nervous Yang Hujun also made the same move.

The two sides aimed at each other, but without the order of the coach, neither dared to shoot first.

Seeing this, Yang Hu just frowned, and scolded: "What are you doing? I plan to reminisce about the old friendship with Ziwo, how can you spoil the fun? Put away all the bows and crossbows!"

Zai Yu saw that the opponent was restraining his weapon, but he couldn't figure out Yang Hu's pulse. He didn't know which song he planned to sing today.

So he also ordered: "Put down the bow and crossbow."

Seeing this, Yang Hu couldn't help frowning, and laughed loudly: "That's right."

Zaiyu asked: "Yangzi has no regard for his life and is waiting for me here. Presumably he has something to say to me?"

Yang Hu smiled and said, "It's always a pleasure to talk to a smart person like Zi Wo. Since you already know it, then I won't go around in circles..."

　I hope you only see the monthly pass in your pocket.

　　——Excerpt from "Zaiyu's Diary"

　　
　
(End of this chapter)