Ming politicians

Scholars in the Ming Dynasty were generally respected, and if they excelled in learning, they would become officials. The status of civil servants and military commanders was absolutely different, especially after Yuan Chonghuan killed Mao Wenlong, this disparity was even more reflected.

Just imagine, from Mao Wenlong to the left governor of Pingliao, the military officer of the first rank of the Ming Dynasty, no one can surpass him. As a civilian supervisor, he can directly lead Mao Wenlong, hold the Shangfang sword given by Emperor Chongzhen, and directly kill Mao Wenlong, who also holds the Shangfang sword, without going through a report.It can be seen that the status of civil servants and generals in the Ming Dynasty is not at the same level at all.

The two sergeants on horseback were stunned for a moment when they heard Su Tiancheng say that they were scholars, and the one behind them looked around carefully, but they didn't see anyone else for the time being, but the vegetation is lush here, who knows if there is someone hiding behind the vegetation.

It doesn't matter much to kill a few refugees, but the nature of killing scholars is different.

"It turned out to be scholars. We are sergeants of Ningzhou Guard. We are ordered by Commander-in-Chief to go to Pingyang Mansion to help suppress the bandits."

The remaining three sergeants rode over, and two of the horses had a lot of human heads tied to their tails, which looked extremely bloody and terrifying.

Su Tiancheng's body trembled a little, he had already seen three sergeants talking softly on horseback, one of them showed viciousness in his eyes.

The other two sergeants kept staring at him.

"This is the countryside of Pingyang Prefecture, which is close to Xiangling County. The bandit leaders Gao Yingxiang and Wang Zishun invaded Pingyang Prefecture in the first half of the year. They are all active in this generation. Jizhou, Taiping, Quwo, Zhaocheng, and Hongtong are full of bandits. , you are a scholar, why did you come here?"

This question is very level, and the implication is that Su Tiancheng is not a scholar at all, but a rogue, and should be beheaded.

Su Tiancheng himself couldn't explain it.

He has already discovered that the sergeant who asked the question had a murderous look in his eyes.

Cold sweat broke out on Su Tiancheng's head. Facing the five sergeants on horseback, even though he had great abilities, he couldn't do anything about it. On the contrary, it was easy for them to kill him.

When a scholar meets a soldier, he can't explain why. Is it possible that just after crossing, he will return to his hometown again.

The murderous intent in the other party's eyes was fully revealed, Su Tiancheng clenched his fists, his body was pretty good, in desperation, he could only fight to the death, killing one was enough money, killing two would make money, damn it, this I have never killed anyone in my life.

"Young Master, Young Master, why did you come here..."

A young servant ran up from behind, young and handsome, and saw Su Tiancheng and the sergeant confronting each other.

When the boy saw the human head above the horse's tail, his face turned white instantly, and his body trembled non-stop.

A series of impressions quickly appeared in Su Tiancheng's mind. The servant's name was Su Ertong, and he was the adopted son of Su Tiancheng's mansion.The so-called adopted son, that is, Su Ertong's father and mother, are all servants of the Su family. Su Ertong has belonged to the Su family since the day he was born, and his status is the same as that of a slave.

"Ertong, the scenery here is not bad. I met some military masters who are suppressing bandits. Thanks to them, otherwise I don't know if I can see you. By the way, Su Jun and the others are still behind." .”

Su Ertong looked at Su Tiancheng, and even saw the head on the horse's tail. He was dumbfounded. The huge variance and fright made him unable to speak at all. He could only nod indifferently. What does the young master mean by this? Who is it?

After hearing these words, several sergeants changed their expressions. The other party was indeed a scholar, and his family conditions were not bad. There were many people following him. Fortunately, they didn't act rashly just now.

However, they won't let each other go easily, everything has been seen by this scholar, if it spreads out, maybe their heads will fall to the ground, since they are scholars, there is no power to restrain them, so it's no big deal, It's going to be dark soon, so if you find a chance, you can kill them, and maybe you can get a lot of money.

Seeing the opponent's murderous intent dissipate slowly, Su Tiancheng heaved a sigh of relief. Although the danger existed, it was temporarily over.He had already discovered that the sergeant he was talking to was the leader of this group of sergeants, maybe it was Xiaoqi.

We must find a way to get through this crisis.

In an instant, Su Tiancheng had an idea, he restrained his vigilance, and showed a casual smile again.

"Masters of the army, this is Su Tiancheng, a student from Pingyang Mansion, whose name is Kunyuan. I am a little bored at home. I have been out for a few days and walked around. I just saw bandits and bandits. I was so scared that I hid in the grass. It's not the sergeants, I'm afraid I'm in trouble, thank you all the sergeants here."

After Su Tiancheng finished speaking, he cupped his hands and saluted several sergeants.

"I also brought some silver taels with me when I came out to travel, but they are all kept by my servants. If you military masters don't dislike it, after my servants come, I will definitely reward you all."

Hearing that Su Tiancheng was carrying money, several people's eyes lit up. What was the reason for killing Liang and pretending to be meritorious? It's not money. Who would have thought that Su Tiancheng would be so stupid to say that he was carrying money.

Several people exchanged glances.

The sergeant who had spoken earlier continued.

"It turns out that Mr. Su is a student. I offended you. I rushed from Zezhou to Pingyang Prefecture because of the rogues from Shaanxi. They came to Pingyang to cause chaos. It is our duty to wipe out the rogues."

Su Tiancheng had a happy and respectful smile on his face.

"I am a scholar. I heard that the rogues invaded my Pingyang Prefecture, Xiangling, Jizhou, Quwo, Hongtong, Fenxi, Shilou, Yonghe and many other places. I feel very angry in my heart. I wish I could serve in the army and kill the rogues with my own hands. , Serve my Ming Dynasty, I am very honored to meet you heroes today, I must express my gratitude."

These words blurted out, and Su Tiancheng himself felt sour, why do scholars have such a taste, they always talk around the bush.

Smiles finally appeared on the faces of the sergeants. Perhaps they felt that when they met a sour scholar, a sour scholar who didn't understand anything, who didn't recognize loyalties, people's hearts, and dangers, how could they need to go to war to deal with such a scholar? Yinzi, let's kill the scholar's servants together. If there is a maid, you can enjoy it.

After waiting for a while, no one came.

Su Tiancheng pretended to be anxious, and spoke to Su Ertong again.

"Er Tong, why hasn't Su Jun come here, this dog..."

Su Tiancheng stopped before he could say the word slave. Now it is the Ming Dynasty, and only servants and servants are called.

Seeing that Su Tiancheng was in a hurry but couldn't swear, the sergeants laughed again.

The sergeant who spoke earlier even walked up to Su Tiancheng's side, stretched out his right hand, and patted Su Tiancheng's shoulder.

Of course, if this was in the city, he would not dare to do this. Anyway, this scholar, in his eyes, is already dead.

"Master Su, don't worry, it doesn't matter if you wait."

Su Tiancheng restrained the smile on his face, the opportunity was basically ripe, the sergeant on the opposite side no longer had any murderous aura on him, he was about to strike.

"Your majesty is wise, and sent all the soldiers to Pingyang Mansion to wipe out the bandits and keep one side safe. I am a scholar. I have received the emperor's favor and I can't repay it. On behalf of the scholars, I salute all the military masters."

After finishing speaking, Su Tiancheng lifted the hem of the brocade robe, and was about to kneel down and salute.

There is a lot to pay attention to when a scholar kneels down. Heaven, earth, king, relatives and teachers, apart from these, the rest cannot be afforded by a scholar to kneel down.The sergeant on horseback, no matter what he said, did not dare to be so arrogant.

In other words, when Su Tiancheng knelt down, the sergeant on the opposite side, the leader would come over and refuse, and the rest would also kneel down and return the salute. This was an opportunity.

All five sergeants dismounted and stood in a row.

"Young Master Su, please don't do this, we can't afford it."

Su Tiancheng knelt down without hesitation.

The moment he knelt down, his heart was filled with bitterness. After traveling to the Ming Dynasty, the first thing he did was to kowtow. What kind of thing is that, but at a moment of life and death, in order to survive, what can't be done.

However, it is not that simple to kneel down, it is regarded as kneeling to the dead.

Su Tiancheng knelt down, and the four sergeants also clasped their fists and knelt down on one knee.

This is standard military salute.

Only the sergeant who spoke did not kneel down, but walked over with a smile on his face, ready to help Su Tiancheng.

Everything is as expected.

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