Compete for the Song Dynasty

On Mount Taizi, the sound of drums and killing sounds shook the sky.Yelu Zongyuan's soldiers have been running around continuously for the past few days. Last night, they were guarding against being attacked. They rushed up the mountain early in the morning and saw an unexpected miracle.

The troops of the Pishi Army rested for many days, and the soldiers were full of energy and fought under the eyes of their own emperor, each of them was like a tiger.This was a battle with a decided outcome. The sound of swords, lights, swords, and steel intersecting was mixed with the wailing sounds of the rebels falling to the ground.

At three poles of the sun, when the sun shines on Mount Taizi, the fallen banner of Yelu Zongyuan and the corpses of the rebels all over the hillside, all these look so pleasing to the eyes of Yelu Hongji.Yelu Zongyuan and his son Yelu Hongxiao were tied up together. The father and son knelt together under two huge rocks. .

Yelu Hongji was delighted to see it in his heart. After holding back for so many days, he finally saw a good show that made him excited.In addition to being happy, he was somewhat sad, so he stood up and walked into the tower.

"Is the emperor tired of watching?" a guard whispered. [

The soldier standing behind the king and holding the banner asked the king, "Immortal Wang, why didn't the emperor watch the battle?"

Looking at the battlefield in front of him, Wang Pang felt mixed feelings. The war is a bloody killing. He said: "Uncle Huang Taishu had a mistake, Liao people killed each other. No matter how beautiful this battle is won, the emperor will feel sad."

"Well, it seems that Immortal Wang understands the heart of a king, like we just feel happy when we win the battle." The guard also said with emotion.

The king paid no attention to them, and he no longer went to see the battlefield under the boulder.Wang Pang found a place with a good view and looked towards the south. The child was about to give birth under the moon, and it was not important to give birth to a boy or a girl. The important thing was that Wang Pang couldn't be with his beloved woman.At this moment, he knew that after this battle was over, he could leave this place, but instead of returning to the capital of the Song Dynasty, he would go to a farther place, and he felt melancholy when he thought of this king.

The battle was over, and there was excitement under the boulder. Soldiers tidying up the battlefield threw the corpses of the rebels onto the carts and transported them to the foot of the mountain to find a place to bury them.Some sorted out the scattered weapons on the battlefield;There is a smell of blood behind the battlefield, and if it is not dealt with in time, it will attract wild beasts.

Xin Zan, Zhe Kejun and others also returned with their soldiers, and brought back all kinds of steel bars, fasteners, and wooden boards to build the ladder that can be used to climb the boulder.All the people are busy with only one purpose, to welcome the Emperor Liao down from the boulder as soon as possible.

These workers worked faster this time than last time. After all, they were much more proficient this time than last time when they assembled and dismantled, and there was no need for extra time to prepare materials. Four or five battles have already been set up on the shelf.The speed with which they worked made the Pi Shijun and the Imperial Army who had just won the battle stunned.

That night, the soldiers rushed to work day and night. There were bright torches everywhere near the boulder on Mount Taizi, and there were dots of bonfires under the boulder. In addition, the bonfire lit in front of the emperor Yelu Hongji and Wang Pang on the boulder formed a unique scene. The scenery illuminates the entire night sky.

This night, Yelu Hongji and Wang Pang had their own concerns, and Yelu Hongji's thoughts were exactly what Wang Pang said. Although he won this battle, he didn't expect that he was not very happy, not to mention the throne owed by his father. It was finally my turn to repay the debt. The two drank wine silently, watching the busy work under the boulder.

Finally Yelu Hongji said: "Immortal Wang, I think we can go down tomorrow at this speed."

"That's right, staying on the rock for several days has wronged His Majesty!" Wang Pang let out a long breath, thinking about his actions, it's just that there is no emperor, it's just that he didn't order the princes.

"Grievance? Hehe, it's not a grievance. It's just that I feel lonely without singing and dancing, otherwise I would have become a god these days. You see, these days, we don't care about the mundane world, drink and talk every day, watch it early and watch it at night Sunset. How can there be any grievances." Yelu Hongji also spoke the truth, thinking that it was rare for him to be chased by the officials every day for a few days.

Wang Pang smiled, Yelu Hongji didn't feel wronged, he asked Yelu Hongji: "Your Majesty, now that the emperor's uncle has been convicted of treason, I don't know how the Holy Majesty wants to deal with it."

Yelu Hongji thought for a while: "Oh! Don't you want to ask about the lost treasure at Tianwang Temple? But after all, you are not an official of our Liao Kingdom, so it seems inappropriate for you to ask."

Wang Pang nodded and said: "Your Majesty can send someone to interrogate in detail. In addition, I suggest that Your Majesty send someone to invite Master Qisong, the abbot of Tianwang Temple, so that the interrogation will be more famous."

Yelu Hongji was also at a loss when he thought about how to deal with the emperor's uncle and his son.After all, if his father Yeluzong really keeps his promise, the current emperor of Liao Kingdom should be Yelu Zongyuan, the emperor's uncle, not to mention that the emperor's uncle has made so many military exploits for Liao: "It's easy to say, it's just about the emperor's uncle. Regarding the matter of treason, if I can't bear to kill Huang Taishu, the world will laugh at me for being unrighteous; if I don't kill, I'm afraid it will be a trouble in the future. Immortal Wang, if this matter is in your Song Dynasty, how should you deal with it."

Wang Pangxin said that those with a little ability in the Song Dynasty, especially the military generals, who had long been regarded as deadly, had no bright future at all, such as their mentor Di Qing, let's look at their current situation.He smiled helplessly: "Your Majesty, I told you how Song Taizu, Song Taizu, relieved the military power of ministers. Here is a story."

Yelu Hongji hurriedly said: Good!This king will listen to Wang Xianren talk about the Song Dynasty again today

After finishing speaking, he ordered the guards to fill up some wine, and when the guards heard that the king was going to tell a story, they all surrounded him.Wang Pang said: "Thinking that Song Taizu Huangpao was added after his death, he was afraid of the ministers, so he decided to cut off the military power of Shi Shouxin and others. One day, Song Taizu went to court, and all things were discussed. Wang Shenqi, Zhang Lingduo, Zhao Yanhui and other leading commanders said: "Ai Qing and others stay behind, I will hold a banquet in the hall tonight, and enjoy the bright moon with Qing and others, and enjoy the joy of the monarch and ministers." [

"Oh? What is Song Taizu Zhao Kuangyin going to do?" Yelu Hongji asked curiously.

Wang Pang smiled and continued: "These are all generals who have been named Jiedu envoys, some are subordinates of Chen Qiao's rebellion and supported Taizu to stand on his own, some are ministers who supported Taizu in the court, and some are sworn brothers of Song Taizu. When they heard that Song Taizu wanted to have fun with everyone, they were all flattered. Song Taizu prepared inexhaustible rare flavors and fine wine delicacies that night. These ministers sat around the table with Song Taizu. They only saw the cups and cups exchanged, too. The ancestors are full of spring breeze and drink to their heart's content, these people talk about the past and the present together, the sea and the sky are broad, and the interest is extremely high."

Yelu Hongji nodded and listened: "It seems that Song Taizu of your Song Kingdom is also an easy-going king!" He sighed and said.

Wang Pang did not accept Yelu Hongji's words, but went on to say: "When the wine was almost drunk, Song Taizu suddenly sighed and said: 'If I didn't have your support, where would I be today. Now I am the emperor, but But not as chic and happy as you. Ever since I was enshrined in Zen, I haven't had a good night's sleep.'”

The guards, like Yelu Hongji, listened quietly to the king's narration, and one guard couldn't help asking, "Why is that?"

Wang Pang smiled and said: "Yes?! Everyone is also surprised. After hearing this, the general Shi Shouxin left his seat and asked, "Why do you worry, Your Majesty?" Taizu sighed again, and said: "My lords and I We are all friends in need, so I might as well tell you bluntly. I am always worried that the throne of the emperor will not be able to sit firmly.' When Shi Shouxin and others heard this, they felt both surprised and worried, and kowtowed to the ground: "Why did the sage say that? Today, there is an unification, the status of the monarch and ministers has been determined, who dares to disagree""

Wang Pang took a sip of the wine and saw that several people were listening carefully with their eyes wide open, waiting for his next words. He continued: "Song Taizu said: I know you are sincere and will not betray me. But if your subordinates If you are greedy for glory and wealth, once you secretly instigate a mutiny, although you don’t want to do it, but just like my Chen Qiao mutiny back then, when things come to an end, it’s hard to go against the will of the people.”

The guards looked at each other, Yelu Hongji seemed to have realized something, he nodded: "Immortal Wang, please continue!"

Wang Pang said: "After listening to Taizu's words, Shi Shouxin and others suddenly realized that what Taizu was worried about was the military power in our hands. They have followed Taizu for a long time, and they know that Taizu is not only a He is a mighty and heroic man, and he is also a strategist who is well versed in strategy. He is also well aware of his characteristics that those who obey will prosper and those who oppose him will perish. Now that the Taizu's words have been made clear, if you don't obey Taizu's arrangement, you will surely suffer disaster disaster."

So Shi Shouxin knelt down on the ground and cried, saying: "I am not as stupid as this, I beg your Majesty to show mercy and show you a way out." When Taizu saw that this group of heroes was as he expected, he was so knowledgeable and very happy, so he said, "Life is in a hurry, and it is hard to predict."Therefore, when you are alive, accumulate more gold and silver, and enjoy yourself in time, so that you will not waste your life and benefit your descendants.You might as well get rid of the military power, buy more good land and beautiful houses, sing and dance girls, live in peace day and night, and take care of your life.I and you become sons and daughters, and live in harmony with each other. Wouldn't it be the best of both worlds? !'

Shi Shouxin and other generals hurriedly thanked them, and everyone parted happily.The next day, all the military commanders expressed their illness one after another, asking for the resignation of military power.Song Taizu played one by one.In this way, Song Taizu cleverly deprived these founding fathers of the command of the forbidden army while drinking and talking and laughing.

After telling the story, Wang Pang raised his glass and said, "Your Majesty, the Emperor's Grand Uncle supported his own army and made a big mistake. The Holy Majesty took this opportunity to relieve the Emperor's Grand Uncle's military power, and if his blood relatives spared his life, wouldn't it be the best of both worlds?! Your Majesty You are wise, build twin pagodas on top of the boulder, and release the military power when suppressing the rebellion."

Yelu Hongji raised his glass and said, "Nothing can escape the eyes of Immortal Wang, and nothing can trouble Immortal Wang. Haha, this king named this mountain Shuangta Mountain! To respect Immortal Wang!"