Cheng Chumo had to panic. The King of Jin promised his father that "on the feudal side, the country will be established and the family will be passed down." Therefore, although his father was responsible for guarding the capital, he released the gates of the four cities and allowed the Youhou Guards to enter Chang'an. In his opinion, this was considered appropriate. The Jin Prince's Party, now that the Right Houwei failed to capture Taiji Palace and returned home, will inevitably have to withstand the violent storm of the Sixth Army of the East Palace. The other sixteen guards who were originally waiting to see the situation will also express their support for the prince. When the time comes, Even if the King of Jin can hold on to the dangerous pass of Tongguan, how can he still survive when the whole world is surrounded by enemies?
Defeat is almost certain.
When the prince successfully ascends the throne and stabilizes the government, his father and son will surely bear the brunt of the counterattack...
Big loss.
Cheng Yaojin took a sip of tea, glanced at his panicked son, and sighed to Niu Jinda: "I have always been dissatisfied with civil and military affairs in the imperial court, especially the two men who were 'Fang Mou Duan'. They have been praised by the world. I But I think it's an exaggeration. The talents of these two people are naturally equal, but Du Ruhui's life is short, even though his talent is amazing, his achievements are limited. Fang Xuanling is too square and doesn't know how to change things. He is said to be a gentleman like jade, but in fact he is too pedantic... But these Years ago, I was envious and jealous of Fang Xuanling, just because he gave birth to a good son. Although I have six children, none of them is as good as Fang Xuanling."
Niu Jinda thought of his son who was neither a man nor a warrior, and thought deeply about it: "Before the age of thirty, he was always full of passion and heroism. He was never afraid of the heroes of the world. He thought that he could make achievements with his courage and strength. After being granted a title or promotion, during normal banquets, comparisons will be made one by one. Those who have done better will be arrogant, while those who are less successful will be full of resentment. But after the age of thirty, life's achievements seem to be less important. When drinking and talking, I always think of my children and grandchildren. , no matter how high you are, you can be given a title or a high-ranking official position, but if your descendants are unworthy, you will inevitably sigh and be unable to lift your head. Even an old official can still hold his head high and look proud if his descendants live up to their expectations."
Cheng Yaojin slapped the case and sighed: "This is exactly the truth! Even if we think of ourselves as heroes, we will die one day. We will leave a family fortune but our children and grandchildren cannot keep it. It will get worse and worse until the family is in ruins, and there will be in the tomb. I was so angry that I jumped up! But if my descendants are promising, they will be happy eating chaffy vegetables all their lives. I know that the family business will be strong, the future will be bright, and I will die in peace!"
Before the age of thirty, when friends meet, they compare their achievements, official positions, and wealth.
After the age of thirty, the competition is with children...
Cheng Chumo stood aside a little confused: "..."
I'm thinking that even if we are not as powerful as Fang Er, we won't make you feel ashamed, dad, and have no face to see others, right?
Besides, now that the situation is deteriorating, you should think more about how not to involve the entire family, dad, instead of talking about the future of your children and grandchildren with emotion.
If you are designated as a typical villain by the prince and show yourself to the public, our whole family will suffer. No matter whose son is capable, our great ability will accompany you to lose your head and destroy your whole family...
So, can your words be understood as "No matter how capable your son is, he will still have to admit that he is unlucky to have a troublesome father"?
Of course, this can only be said in my heart, and I would not dare to say it even to death.
Because once you say it, you will really be beaten to death...
Niu Jinda saw that Cheng Chumo looked depressed and impatient, while Cheng Yaojin ignored him and said, "Don't be impatient. When have you ever seen your father doing a loss-making business? It's normal for You Houwei to capture Tai Chi Palace." , On the contrary, it would be abnormal if it was decided at once. Even the Youhou Guards protecting the King of Jin and retreating to Tongguan were all part of your father's plan. The current situation is extremely complicated and cannot be explained clearly at the moment. In short, you can relax and listen to your father. Just give the order.”
He and Cheng Yaojin had been together for half their lives. When they were in the army, they would sleep together and walk together when they were out. He also often went in and out of Cheng's house and watched Cheng Yaojin's sons grow up. He was a real family leader.
Speak naturally without any scruples.
Although Cheng Chumo didn't know what was going on, but since Niu Jinda said this, he naturally breathed a sigh of relief and didn't feel so nervous, and said: "The six leaders of the East Palace are now guarding the Chunming and Jinguang gates. Just now Qu Tuquan's troops have entered the city and are approaching the West City. , presumably to monitor us."
Cheng Yaojin said: "It doesn't matter. Just let him monitor us and send an order to the entire army. No one is allowed to make any move without my general's orders."
"Here."
Cheng Yaojin put down his tea cup, stood up and said to Niu Jinda: "I've left the camp to you. Since Duke Wei has sent troops to monitor me, I must go to the palace to apologize to His Highness the Crown Prince."
Cheng Chumo was taken aback again and said hurriedly: "Father, no, if someone makes slanderous remarks in front of the prince, and the prince listens to it, wouldn't it be detrimental to the father?"
Allowing the right Houwei to enter the city to attack the Taiji Palace was a clear sign of betrayal to the prince. It would be okay if his father was out there, and there was nothing he could do if he had a large number of soldiers, even if the prince hated him deeply. But if he entered the palace at this moment, wouldn't he be throwing himself into a trap?
The soldiers on the side had already served Cheng Yaojin to put on his outer armor. He put the bag under his arm and asked Niu Jinda: "If the second room is here, will you dissuade me from entering the palace?"
Niu Jinda smiled and said: "Of course he won't dissuade you. He will suggest that you bring your own fully armed soldiers, run straight from the West City to the Chengtian Gate, and shout in front of everyone, 'Whoever stops me' "Kill without mercy." Then he rushed into the Hall of Wude, knelt before the late emperor's soul and burst into tears, and said a few words, "Your Majesty, you died young. As soon as you left, all the monsters in the court came out to bite people." ' Not only do no one dare to harm you? They are even afraid that you will fall down while walking and knock out your front teeth. If you lose a hair, there will be people who can't eat it and carry it around. "
In the final analysis, no one knows whether the so-called posthumous edict in the hands of King Jin is true or false. Everyone is dubious. From the perspective of a bystander, they may analyze it and come to a specious conclusion, and even say, "The King of Jin is pretending to edict." , the crime deserves to be punished with death." But once involved, everyone has to rather believe that it exists than that it does not exist.
The corpse of the late emperor is still cold, and the power of his life is still lingering. Who dares to ignore the emperor's last edict?
Moreover, the current situation is chaotic, and no one knows who will win or lose in the end. It is easy to jump out and shout "the imperial edict is false" at this time, but when the King of Jin counterattacks Chang'an and seizes the throne, he is waiting to be skinned and cramped. Clan...
Cheng Yaojin laughed loudly, patted his son on the shoulder, and said proudly: "Your father and I have been fighting for a lifetime. It seems that we have a narrow escape, but in fact, we have made plans every time. I really think that the left-wing guards are going up and down." If I eat the food of the imperial court, what I say will not count? Not to mention who dares to seriously kill me, as long as I don’t come out from the Tai Chi Palace tonight, these tens of thousands of men will be able to enter the Tai Chi Palace tomorrow morning! This is what I am The confidence!”
After teaching his son a lesson, he strode out of the barracks, jumped on his horse, and galloped towards Tai Chi Palace surrounded by a group of soldiers.
Qu Tuquan's troops gathered between Yanshoufang and Buzhengfang had already set up deer villages and blocked horses on the road. Suddenly they saw a group of cavalry roaring towards them, and they hurriedly tried to intercept it, but when the first cavalryman bent his bow and nocked an arrow, The arrow shot out and suddenly hit the deer village. The soldiers of the Sixth Army of the East Palace saw a small flag swaying slightly at the end of the arrow. It was Zuo Wuwei's flying bear flag. They were startled, knowing that it was Cheng Yaojin who was coming in person. He quickly reported to Qu Tuquan who personally led his troops to block the intersection.
Without saying a word, Qu Tuquan ordered people to move away from Luzhai to make way for the road. He watched Cheng Yaojin lead a group of soldiers on horseback and roared away. Surrounded by soldiers on both sides, they roared away and went straight to Tai Chi Palace.
All the soldiers of the Sixth Army of the East Palace looked at each other in disbelief, thinking that Duke Lu was too fierce, right?
Although no one dared to intercept and kill him in the street, there is always a chance in everything. If one or two sticks here couldn't see the situation clearly and took a chance and fired an arrow, wouldn't it be the end?
"Do you think Duke Lu has rebelled?"
"Does that need to be said? He is responsible for guarding the capital, but he opens the east and west gates to allow the army to enter the city. He hides in the West City and doesn't care. His position is clearly leaning towards the King of Jin."
"That's not necessarily true. After all, Zuo Wuwei was just watching, and he didn't help You Houwei beat us."
"Not helping us is tantamount to rebellion, right? The crown prince's accession to the throne is justified. King Jin's wish to seize the throne is simply wishful thinking, and standing on King Jin's side is even more foolish."
"That's not necessarily the case. It is said that King Jin has the late emperor's edict in hand..."
"Silence!"
Qu Tuquan stopped his subordinates from talking nonsense and reprimanded: "We soldiers should respect the emperor's orders and act in accordance with them. If we dare to spread rumors in private, we will be shot without mercy!"
"Here!"
The soldiers were so frightened that they didn't dare to say anything.
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Cheng Yaojin galloped his horse all the way, and dozens of people ran wildly along the long street on a rainy day. The iron hoofs as big as bowls made a clanging sound like thunder on the bluestone pavement. The soldiers of Donggong Liu, who were coming and going in groups, saw the cavalrymen carrying Zuo Wuwei ordered the flag and quickly stepped aside, not daring to block it.
The name of the "Devil King" is really loud, and everyone in the army is shocked and afraid. If he really offends this person, even if his own commander comes forward, he may not be able to gain favor...
Arriving at the Chengtian Gate, Cheng Yaojin reined in his horse and stood still. Looking around, he saw the corpses and limbs of countless soldiers being loaded onto carts and transported away. Even rain could not wash away the thick blood on the bluestone floor. The strong smell of blood It makes people feel sick, which shows how brutal the battle just now was.
Cheng Yaojin dismounted, threw the reins to the soldiers behind him, and walked towards Chengtian Gate without saying a word. The soldiers on duty in front of the gate quickly stepped forward and asked, "I wonder what Duke Lu has ordered?"
Cheng Yaojin stood in front of Chengtian Gate and raised his head to look at the newly built towering tower. The rain hitting his face made him squint his eyes and said slowly: "Go and report to Prince Ming. I am unable to attend due to my military duties." The late emperor is buried in a grave, and I feel unspeakably guilty. Now I want to enter the palace and bow before the late emperor's spirit to atone for this sin."
The Chengtian Gate cannot be opened easily. The soldiers on the city tower did not dare to neglect Cheng Yaojin's words and rushed into the palace to report to the prince.
Cheng Yao, holding a golden helmet and shaking his armor, held a sword in his hand. His majestic figure stood as tall as a mountain, and the rainwater flowed down the armor leaves. He was majestic. Although the soldiers on the left and right were unhappy with the official who opened the city gates and allowed the rebels to enter the city and stood by, none of them dared to Make eye contact with him.
