The Most Powerful Man in the World

It can only be said that the prestige of the Zhong family is too strong, especially that the Taoist Zhong has led the army for decades, and he can be called a famous general. At this moment, no one can be reassured by such a famous general as the Taoist Zhong.

Just when the imperial court made various arrangements for the change in Jiangnan, a text on the side of the Qing emperor was spreading at an extremely fast speed throughout the north and south of the Yangtze River with Jiangnan as the center, and the world was stunned for a while.

You must know that dozens of treacherous officials in the court were directly named in the call-to-action, among them was Cai Jing, the left prime minister of the court, and it exploded like a thunderbolt.

What's more, the slogan of Xianwen's slogan of eradicating traitors and welcoming the crown prince has always been a fig leaf for rebels, but no one is as good as this word, but it makes many people stunned. Could it be that the crown prince wants to rebel?

Chapter eight hundred and sixty-fifth the governor goes north

A letter shocked the world, and I don't know how many people's eyes turned to the two vortex places of the capital and Jiangnan.

Chu Yi and Zhang Shuye co-signed this piece of writing like a thunderbolt, and it spread throughout the entire Song Dynasty in the shortest time, even in the Song Dynasty. The country has also received the news.

Jingshi

With a bang, this is how many vases have been smashed today, and even the servants and palace maids serving there are all bowing their heads like quails, wishing to shrink their bodies into the corner, for fear of being caught. The angry emperor saw it and used it as a punching bag.

You must know that not long ago, a servant accidentally spilled a few drops of tea while serving tea because of fear in his heart, and was beaten to death by the enraged emperor.

Zhao Ji's face was full of anger, and he roared ferociously: "Where is the prince, why hasn't he come here yet? Could it be that he really wants to rebel?"

In front of Zhao Ji, Cai Jing with a bitter face said to Zhao Ji: "Your Majesty, the summoned servant has only been out of the palace for a short time, and the Prince's Mansion is outside the palace. It takes only a cup of tea to enter the palace."

With a flick of his sleeves, Zhao Ji looked at Cai Jing and said, "Cai Qing, you have read the letters of the rebels Chu Yi and Zhang Shuye. How credible do you think the contents of the letters are?"

Cai Jing naturally knew what Zhao Ji was concerned about. If Chu Yi and Zhang Shuye rebelled, maybe Zhao Ji was not too worried. Although Chu Yi and Zhang Shuye's rebellion would definitely bring great harm to Song, but It is not so easy to win the Great Song Dynasty.

But if Chu Yi and Zhang Shuye did not rebel directly, but used the banner of the prince and supported the prince to take the throne, then Da Song would be really in danger.

Zhao Ji himself knew that no matter whether he was in the royal family or in the Manchu civil and military affairs, he did not know how many officials regarded him as a foolish ruler. If Chu Yi and Zhang Shuye rebelled, there would be some officials out of disrespect Da Song's loyalty stood up to resist Chu Yi and Zhang Shuye.

However, if it is the prince who ascends to the top, maybe some officials will directly welcome the prince to the throne.

So what Zhao Ji was worried about was not Chu Yi and Zhang Shuye's rebellion, but whether the crown prince had any contact with Chu Yi and Zhang Shuye.

With an embarrassed look on Cai Jing's face, he hesitated and said, "Your Majesty, this minister really does not dare to assert this matter. It is said that the Crown Prince has a weak temperament, so it is unlikely that he would have such courage, but..."

Although he didn't say it directly, Zhao Ji frowned at a turning point. Apparently, Zhao Ji also had the same worry, because he was not afraid of ten thousand but just in case.

Zhao Heng is indeed weak-tempered, but the throne has always touched people's hearts. In case, if there is hope, wouldn't Zhao Heng be tempted?

Looking at Zhao Ji's appearance, Cai Jing smiled slightly and said, "Your Majesty doesn't have to worry, His Majesty has ordered the capital to be blocked, even if the prince has the heart, he will never come up with the capital. Besides, the prince is always filial, and he is with Chu Yi and Uncle Zhang. The possibility of these anti-thieves joining together is too low."

With a cold snort, Zhao Ji said, "I hope that Nizi is as Cai Qing said."

Prince's Mansion

As Zhao Ji's eldest son, Zhao Huan, as long as there are no accidents, after Zhao Ji's hundred years, Zhao Huan must succeed Zhao Ji as the emperor of Song Dynasty.

Now Zhao Huan has been named a prince by Zhao Ji, and he has opened a mansion outside the palace. However, Zhao Huan has always been weak and does not care much about the affairs of the court. After all, if Zhao Ji has no accidents, he will live at least another twenty or thirty years Still no problem.

Zhao Huan was born in a royal family anyway, so he knew very well, don't look at him as a prince now, but if it's too high-profile, the first person to deal with him is his own emperor, since there is no hope of succeeding the throne in a short time. , then don't fight for what you do wrong, otherwise, you may not even be able to keep the crown prince's seat.

On this day, Zhao Huan was practicing calligraphy in the mansion. His father, the emperor, liked calligraphy and painting. As a prince, if Zhao Huan wanted to please Zhao Ji, good calligraphy was a must.

A burst of hurried footsteps came, Zhao Huan, who was concentrating on practicing calligraphy, could not help frowning, but when he looked up, it was Geng Nanzhong. Geng Nanzhong had been by the prince's side for many years, and could be regarded as Zhao Huan's confidant.

When he saw Geng Nanzhong, Zhao Huan's originally wrinkled brows loosened and said, "Mister came in a hurry, is there something wrong?"

Geng Nanzhong had a look of panic on his face, and bowed to Zhao Huan: "His Royal Highness, the big thing is bad, the big thing is bad."

Zhao Huan was stunned for a moment, with a somewhat puzzled look on his face. He has always kept a low profile, and he never participated in the affairs of the DPRK. His prince can be said to be quite inexistent. He is like this. How could there be any trouble?

"Sir, tell me slowly, what happened?"

At this moment, the words on the side of the Qing emperor have been spread all over the capital. It can be said that everyone knows the streets and alleys. Geng Nanzhong informed the prince Zhao Huan of the rumors in the market one by one.

As a result, Zhao Huan listened to Geng Nanzhong's words, his face suddenly turned white, his body swayed and his buttocks sat there, and said with a bit of panic: "How can this happen, how can this happen, I don't even know what that Chu Yi looks like. I don't know, how could I collude with him..."

After reacting, Zhao Huan grabbed Geng Nanzhong's hand and said, "Sir, save me, sir. Save me."

Geng Nanzhong shook his head and said: "Prince, how can this old man be able to save the prince?"

"Father... Father, he won't believe it, he must..."

Zhao Huan encouraged himself with a flustered face, and now he can only hope that Zhao Ji won't believe the content of the Qingjun's words.

Glancing at Zhao Huan, Geng Nanzhong took a deep breath and said: "His Royal Highness, if the old man's expectations are not bad, I'm afraid it won't be long before His Majesty will call the prince into the palace. The prince should not argue for anything here, only Just keep crying."

Zhao Huan looked at Geng Nanzhong with a puzzled face, apparently not understanding why Geng Nanzhong didn't let him defend himself.

Geng Nanzhong said: "Prince, you are father and son to Your Majesty. As the saying goes, father and son connect hearts. As long as the Prince defends and keeps crying, His Majesty will soften his heart. Besides, the Prince thinks that even if you make an excuse, what is your Majesty thinking?" , will it change because of the prince's excuse?"

At this time, a burst of hurried footsteps came, and a voice was heard: "Your Majesty has spoken, summon the prince to the palace to see you."

Zhao Huan's face turned pale, but he still tried his best to control it. He walked out of the room slowly, and followed the group of people into the palace with great anxiety.

Zhao Huan watched the group of forbidden troops surround his frame in the center, and he couldn't help but feel a little worried. He had to know that he had never been surrounded by the forbidden army before when he entered the palace in the past. You can see the attitude of his father.

With infinite anxiety, Zhao Huan finally saw his father, Zhao Ji stared at Zhao Huan indifferently, as if to see through Zhao Huan.

With a plop, Zhao Huan fell to his knees in front of Zhao Ji, crying loudly.

I have to say that Zhao Huan's move was a surprise to Zhao Ji, and he was a bit confused, but Zhao Ji saw a soft look in his eyes, and snorted coldly: "The emperor knows what I am going to do. Why did you come here?"

Zhao Huan lowered his head and cried bitterly: "I don't know, I have been practicing calligraphy in the mansion..."

Zhao Ji grabbed a copied call to arms and threw it to Zhao Heng, saying, "You did a good job!"

When Zhao Huan saw the content of the letter, his face changed greatly, his body swayed, and he collapsed on the ground, looking frightened, and muttered to himself: "How is this possible, how is this possible, they How can people be innocent out of thin air!"

Looking at Zhao Huan's reaction, Zhao Ji actually didn't believe that Zhao Huan had any connection with Chu Yi, but as an emperor, it was a common problem to be suspicious. His suspicion is to let him test Zhao Huan, even if this is the eldest son he has watched since childhood.

Walking to Zhao Huan's side, Zhao Ji helped Zhao Huan up and said pleasantly: "The emperor has always been pure filial piety, but the rebels Chu Yi and Zhang Shuye want a letter to divide the relationship between our father and son, but it is delusional."

As he said that, Zhao Ji patted Zhao Huan on the shoulder and said: "These days your mother always talks about you, just this time when you enter the palace, you should stay in the palace for a few more days, and spend some time with your mother."

Hearing the words, Zhao Huan said without hesitation: "My son misses his mother too, thank you very much."

Watching Zhao Huan leave, Zhao Ji's complexion became gloomy, looking at Cai Jing, Wang Fu, Li Bangyan, Gao Qiu and others standing beside him, he said in a deep voice: "Masters, the rebels Chu Yi, Uncle Zhang Ye and others are rebelling, can Qing and others have countermeasures?"

Everyone looked at each other, but finally their eyes fell on Zhong Shidao who was sitting there with the old god.

Zhao Ji took a deep breath and said to Master Chong: "Chongqing's family, this disaster, please also ask the old general to help protect the community and put down the rebellion for me."

Chong Shidao slowly opened his eyes, avoided Zhao Ji and said: "Your Majesty raises troops for thousands of days and uses them for a while, and the old minister is willing to lead the troops and horses personally to wipe out the unworthy ministers for His Majesty."

Hearing what Master Chong said, everyone breathed a sigh of relief.

Gao Qiu clapped his hands and praised: "With the old general coming out, plus the Zhongjia army returning from the northwest, it is expected that the rebellion between Chu Yi and Zhang Shuye will be quelled within ten months."

Chong Shidao just glanced at Gao Qiu lightly, which made Gao Qiu shudder involuntarily, and closed his mouth subconsciously.

Zhao Ji took Chong Shidao's hand, and said as if he was the only pillar: "I am fully entrusted to the Qing family."

Chong Shidao took a step back, bowed to Zhao Ji, turned around and left the hall.

After Chong Shidao left, Zhao Ji's complexion changed slightly, and he looked at a big eunuch and said, "I ordered you to be the supervisor, and I hope you can work with Chong generals to quell the rebellion."

Liang Fangping took a step forward and said, "Don't worry, Your Majesty, this old slave must be optimistic about the family army for His Majesty."

After making arrangements, Zhao Ji waved his hands with a tired look and said, "Let's all step back, I'm tired."

Jiangnan Land

A figure rushed into the handsome tent angrily, threw a message in front of Chu Yi, almost pointed at Chu Yi and cursed: "Chu thief, how dare you harm me like this, I, Zhang Shuye, have been clean all my life, Destroy your hand, old man... this old man has fought with you..."

While speaking, Zhang Shuye couldn't help but pounce on Chu Yi, as if he wanted to fight Chu Yi desperately.

However, Chu Yi, who was sitting there, just put down the scroll in his hand, raised his head, and gently flicked his sleeves. A soft force pushed the furious Zhang Shuye out, and sat on the side. on the seat.

Zhang Shuye blushed and tried to stand up, but he was held down by Zong Ze next to him.

Zong Ze's force is a bit stronger than Zhang Shuyelai's, so naturally, he pressed Zhang Shuye firmly.

Zhang Shuye glared at Zong Ze and said, "Zong Rulin, you are considered a courtier of the Great Song Dynasty, and you actually colluded with the thieves of Chu to do such a wicked thing..."

Zong Ze was not annoyed, he just looked at Zhang Shuye and said, "Don't be annoyed by Dudu Zhang, I'm just acting on the secret order of the crown prince, so why is there such a big deal?"

Zhang Shuye couldn't help pointing at Zong Ze, speechless in anger.

At the same time, a general in armor walked into the tent, who was not Lin Chong.

He could only hear Lin Chong say to Chu Yi, "Captain, Xuzhou City is down."

Chu Yi frowned. That was Xuzhou, an important city. It can be said that taking Xuzhou City was one step closer to the capital.I thought that I would have to stay in Xuzhou City for a few days, but I didn't expect that the huge Xuzhou City was so unbearable, and I was stunned.

Zhang Shuye looked at Lin Chong with a stunned expression, and said almost instinctively, "How is it possible, is it possible that in the huge Xuzhou city, so many officers and soldiers are dead?"

Lin Chong glanced at Zhang Shuye and said, "The officials in the city did not resist at all. My siege soldiers took down Xuzhou City with little damage. At this moment, the officials in the city are welcoming the Grand Governor into the city."

"Shameless, shameless person, no official of the Song Dynasty has died in the country for a hundred years..."

Chu Yi couldn't help laughing, and when he passed by Zhang Shuye, he said: "Zhang Jizhong, you are afraid that you are wrong. The governor is not a rebel, let alone changing the dynasty. Why do those officials die?"

Seeing Chu Yi laughing as he passed by, Zhang Shuye was like a concubine.

Xuzhou City, the city gate was wide open, and a group of officials were looking out of the city expectantly. With the appearance of Chu Yi and others, the faces of these officials showed joy.

Riding on the high-headed horse, Zhang Shuye looked at the reaction of the officials below with a gray face, only to feel that the smiles of these people were so dazzling.

As soon as Xuzhou City is over, there are not many important towns between Xuzhou and the capital Bianliang City. The only place that can be resisted is Yingtianfu.

In the impression of many people, Yingtianfu is Nanjing, but the Yingtianfu in the Song Dynasty was Shangqiu, because the Taizu Zhao Kuangyin mutinied at Chenqiaoyi and ascended the throne. Later, Song Zhenzong designated the place where Zhao Kuangyin made his fortune as Yingtianfu. It is Shangqiu.

As the east gate of the capital Bianliang City, Yingtianfu can be said that Chen Yi has always been a heavy force, and Chu Yi led the army to come non-stop, because it is under the banner of the Qingjun side, and the local soldiers and horses of the Song Dynasty have no combat strength, so Said to have come this way without any effective resistance at all.

If it weren't for this, Chu Yi and the others wouldn't have been able to kill from Jiangnan to Xuzhou in such a short period of time, and such an important town like Xuzhou would descend in one fell swoop.

Chapter eight hundred and sixty sixth: No one in the world understands Chu

A few days later, the news that Xuzhou was breached reached the capital as quickly as possible. Zhao Ji, who had made all the arrangements, broke out in a thunderous rage immediately after receiving the news. It is said that he killed several servants and maids in the palace one after another. .

No wonder Zhao Ji was so angry. You must know that when Chu Yi was going north from Jiangnan, Zhao Ji had already ordered local officials to do everything they could to resist Chu Yi, trying to keep Chu Yi out of the capital, at least to win him a job. Scheduled time.

But the officials in these places did not say that they were blocking Chu Yi's advance. Almost most of the cities did not even resist. When Chu Yi's army arrived under the city, they opened the city gates, as if welcoming the king. Teachers generally greet Chu Yi and others.

And Xuzhou is an important town, and it is one of the few barriers outside the capital. Those who can sit in Xuzhou are naturally favored ministers who are deeply trusted by Zhao Ji.

I thought that with the high walls and thick walls of Xuzhou City and a large number of troops, a few would have to resist Chu Yi under Xuzhou City for several days, but Zhao Ji never dreamed that Xuzhou City would not resist for even a day, even in Chu Yi While attacking the city, they opened the city gate to welcome Chu Yi into the city.

Zhao Ji's roar echoed in the hall, and even people like Cai Jing, Gao Qiu, and Li Bangyan didn't dare to touch Zhao Ji's bad luck at this time.

Zhao Ji, who had vented a bit, pointed at Gao Qiu with red eyes and said, "Gao Qiu, I ask you, where is the old General Chong now?"

A few days ago, Zhong Shidao led the army to go to Yingtian Mansion. After all, Yingtian Mansion was the last barrier of the capital, Zhao Ji had to have a Zhong Shidao worthy of his trust in order to be able to feel at ease.

Gao Qiu hurriedly took a step forward and said to Zhao Ji: "Reporting to Your Majesty, Commander Zhong has arrived in Yingtian Mansion a few days ago, and according to the news from Ying Tianfu, Commander Zhong has taken over the defense affairs of the entire Yingtian Mansion, and has begun to do various things. Prepare."