The spear shot through the air, making a harsh sound.
When Zhao Yong heard the sound of breaking through the air behind him, he was so frightened that his heart was extremely nervous. Fortunately, Zhao Yong had martial arts at his side and quickly turned around to block with his sword.
The blade of the sword collided with the spear, like a cricket shaking a tree, but it failed to affect the attack of the spear. The sharp tip of the spear moved forward as always.
Phew!
The tip of the spear pierced Zhao Yong's shoulder and he flicked it away.
Zhao Yong was thrown to the ground, his shoulders were bleeding profusely, and he rolled several times before stopping. His whole body seemed to be falling apart and he was dizzy, but he gritted his teeth and stood up and ran forward.
Zhao Shan's eyes were cold, his big gun flew across the air, and pierced Zhao Yong's back again.
"ah!!"
A shrill scream came from Zhao Yong's mouth. He fell to the ground, looking extremely painful. But seeing Zhao Shan coming with a gun again, Zhao Yong felt even more numb.
He doesn't want to die!
He wanted to live, and as long as his life was still there, he would have a chance.
Zhao Yong did not hesitate and said loudly: "I surrender, I am willing to submit to you."
"unnecessary!"
Zhao Shan's cold voice came out, and the spear fell, piercing Zhao Yong's heart with a thud.
Zhao Yong's eyes widened, his face full of disbelief, and he murmured: "Why, why..."
Blood flowed out, taking away Zhao Yong's life.
Zhao Yong never understood why Zhao Shan did not accept his surrender. If Zhao Shan kills him, Youzhou under his control will be further turbulent. If he is left to surrender the area, he can take over his fiefdom, Yan State.
Endless darkness swallowed him up, Zhao Yong tilted his head and lost his breath, leaving only the pain and despair remaining on his face.
Zhao Shan killed Zhao Yong and said loudly: "Zhao Yong is dead, and those who surrender will not be killed."
The order was passed on, and the people who followed Zhao Yong surrendered in large numbers, and many Xianbei Tianlangqi who could not escape also surrendered. Even if some people resisted desperately, they were killed by the Xuanjia Army in the blink of an eye.
Not long after, Wei Fengqing led his army to catch up, detaining prisoners on a large scale and cleaning up the battlefield.
Zhao Shan handed over the follow-up matters to Wei Polu and Wei Fengqing, and took the people back to Luoyang.
In the evening, Wei Polu came back.
Wei Polu reported excitedly: "Reporting to your majesty, we fought with Zhao Yong and killed more than 5,000 people and captured more than 13,000 people. There were more than 60 Xianbei Sirius riders captured, and the others escaped. .”
Zhao Shan asked: "Where are our casualties?"
Wei Polu continued: "Our casualties were less than a thousand, and the Xuanjia Army suffered as many as 268 casualties. In addition, the logistics, food, equipment, etc. of Zhao Yong's army have been confiscated and moved back to the treasury. "
Zhao Shan's eyes were solemn.
Two hundred and sixty-eight people of the 800 Xuanjia Army were killed in the battle, which was a huge loss because the Xuanjia Army were all wearing armor and were extremely well-equipped. However, the Xuanjia Army directly defeated Zhao Yong's army and faced Xianbei's Sirius Cavalry head-on. It is normal for the losses to be larger.
Zhao Shan thought for a while and ordered: "The pensions and rewards for the soldiers will be arranged immediately. Especially the Xuanjia Army will be rewarded heavily. The lost Xuanjia Army soldiers will be replaced by those who have performed meritorious services from the army."
"I obey the decree!"
Wei Polu answered immediately and left in a hurry to complete the army's awards and pensions.
Zhao Shan felt completely relaxed and went to the harem to vent his anger on Keiko Abe.
Keiko Abe was tortured this time.
Because Zhao Shan was too excited.
In the end, Keiko Abe was sore and weak, lying limply on the couch, unable to lift herself up at all, and just wanted to have a lazy rest.
Zhao Shan turned Luan Feng upside down before returning to the palace to rest. The next day at the court meeting, all civil and military officials gathered together, and Zhao Shan announced the war to kill Zhao Yong.
There was joy in the main hall.
Zhao Shan listened to the congratulations from the courtiers one by one, and continued: "Zhao Yong was punished for his rebellion. The Youzhou where King Yan lives needs to establish a Youzhou governor. Who do you think is the most suitable?"
Officials in the DPRK and the Central Government kept silent. No one recommended themselves or recommended officials to take up their posts.
The reason is very simple. To go from Luoyang to Youzhou, you have to cross Jizhou to reach Youzhou. Jizhou is an area owned by Zhao Fan, the king of Wei Dynasty. The Wei kings have been cultivating Jizhou for many years, but the court cannot interfere. They went to Youzhou without support.
Youzhou is Zhao Yong's base camp. Even if Zhao Yong dies, many people will be loyal to Zhao Yong. Moreover, Youzhou is adjacent to Xianbei in the Northern Wei Dynasty. It is extremely dangerous to serve as governor in Youzhou. He could be killed at any time.
Naturally no one wants to go.
Wei Polu stood up and said calmly: "Your Majesty, I am willing to go to Youzhou. Even if the situation in Youzhou is difficult, the fact that the imperial court has arranged for people to go proves that the imperial court has controlled Youzhou."
Zhao Shan said in a deep voice: "Old General, it is very dangerous to go to Youzhou."
Wei Polu looked calm and said loudly: "Even if the road ahead is difficult and dangerous, I am not afraid. I still want to fight the Northern Wei Dynasty to avenge the shame of the past, so it is most suitable for me to go to Youzhou to serve as the governor."
Zhao Shan nodded and said: "In that case, I will appoint you as the general manager of Youzhou and the governor of Youzhou's military and political affairs."
Wei Polu cupped his fists and said, "Old minister, I obey the order."
It was decided that Wei Polu would go to Youzhou, and the atmosphere in the hall became more relaxed.
Xiao Yan, the Minister of Civil Affairs, stood up and said: "Your Majesty destroyed Zhao Yong, which greatly enhanced his prestige and temporarily solved the crisis in the court. I believe that your Majesty should choose a queen and stabilize the harem. Please give your Majesty a clear warning."
Zhao Shan smiled and nodded: "Does Xiao Qing have anyone to recommend?"
Xiao Yan took advantage of the situation and said: "Reporting to Your Majesty, the old minister recommended Cao Mengchan, the granddaughter of the great scholar Cao Tong. Cao Tong lived in seclusion in Longmen Mountain, Luoyang, preaching and teaching, and had countless disciples. Cao Tong's granddaughter Cao Mengchan is dignified and virtuous, and is a good match for Your Majesty."
A bright light flashed across Zhao Shan's eyes, and there was a smile on his face.
The normal process of selecting a queen is very complicated and requires comparison between the homes of many officials. However, Xu Yuer had already mentioned Cao Mengchan, and Zhao Shan also knew the background of the Cao family. Marrying Cao Mengchan was a great help to Zhao Shan.
Zhao Shan said directly: "I am sure of Xiao Qing's recommendation. This matter will be left to Guozi Liquor Chen Buqi."
"I accept the decree!"
Chen Buqi agreed excitedly.
Zhao Shan finalized Cao Mengchan as the candidate for the queen, announced the disbandment of the dynasty, and returned to the palace to handle government affairs.
But Zhao Shan was thinking about Cao Mengchan in his heart. He first arranged for Zhang Xu to investigate and found out that Cao Mengchan lived in Longmen Mountain, so he took Zhou Huhou out of the palace and headed directly to Longmen Mountain.
It was Chen Buqi's mission to go to Longmen Mountain to meet Cao Tong.
Zhao Shan just quietly looked at whether his queen was dignified and virtuous. It is not far from Luoyang to Longmen Mountain. After Zhao Shan arrived at Longmen Mountain, he left the horses far away and took Zhou Huhou to the vicinity of Cao Tong's secluded residence.
Cao Tong's residence is backed by mountains and water.
Behind the mountain are large expanses of green bamboo and rolling green hills. Outside the residence there is a flat and open courtyard with a high platform for lectures. There is a gurgling river nearby and the scenery of green mountains and green waters is excellent.
Zhao Shan's eyes fell directly on the high platform in the courtyard.
A young woman in her late twenties, wearing a light green floral dress, was talking freely. Her shiny black hair draped over her shoulders, looking demure and elegant. Her eyes are bright, her lips are red without any spots, her eyebrows are green without paint, and her skin is as good as snow.
Standing on the stage, it is a beautiful scenery.
Zhao Shan listened to the discussions of the people around him and found out that the woman was Cao Mengchan, who was debating with the scholars in Longmen Mountain.
"No, the child fell into the water."
Suddenly, a shout came.
As soon as the sound came out, countless eyes looked towards the nearby river. A five or six-year-old child splashed in the river and gradually moved away from the river bank.
After Cao Mengchan heard the shouting, he quickly ran over. Seeing that no one was in the water around her, she had a determined look in her eyes. She jumped into the cold river and swam quickly towards the child.
It's October now, the river is gentle, but the weather has turned cold, and it's freezing cold to stay in the water.
Cao Mengchan knew how to swim and felt the chill. She did not dare to delay, quickly approached the child, and swam to the shore with the child in her arms. Because Cao Mengchan had one more child and was a woman, her physical strength was gradually declining.
Suddenly, her face changed slightly and she shouted quickly: "My legs are cramped and I can't swim. Who knows how to swim?"
Wow! !
There was an uproar on the shore, and countless scholars looked anxious. Cao Mengchan was Cao Tong's granddaughter. If something happened, the consequences would be disastrous. However, there are all landlubbers around, and no one can swim.
"I come!"
A loud voice sounded.
Zhao Shan ran over quickly, took off his robe and threw it to Zhou Huhou. He jumped into the river and swam in the direction of Cao Mengchan.
When Cao Mengchan saw Zhao Shanyou coming over, there was a touch of joy in his eager eyes. When Zhao Shan approached, Cao Mengchan quickly said: "Leave me alone, send the child up first."
Zhao Shan didn't say much, picked up the child, took it to the shore, and quickly swam back to Cao Mengchan.
Cao Mengchan was soaked to the skin, weak from cramps and unable to move. Zhao Shan put his right hand around Cao Mengchan's waist, clamped Cao Mengchan on his chest, and quickly paddled towards the shore with his left hand.
Cao Mengchan leaned against Zhao Shan and felt the warm heat on Zhao Shan's chest. Looking at Zhao Shanfeng's handsome features and his calm eyes, she suddenly felt as if she was crazy.
