“Should we go or not??”
At night, Zhao Jingkun, the Minister of War, held a banquet in his mansion. A large number of officials from the court who were close to him gathered here, and many of them had this doubt.
"Can you not go?"
An official said: "All the documents from the Ministry of Civil Affairs have been handed over to us. Let us go to Fengtian Hall to pay homage to the Imperial Master tomorrow."
Another official said angrily: "Bah! He is not the Holy Emperor. Why should we meet him? He is just a national teacher."
As soon as this statement came out, many people responded.
Many of them are trying their best to get close to Li Xiao these days and want to give gifts to get closer to him.
From the boss who wants to be a dragon to the phoenix, to the minister who wants to inquire about the news, but without exception, they are all rejected, and they are full of complaints and dissatisfaction with Li Xiao.
"Jian Shangshu, the official minister, is also an old fool. He actually helped Zhou to commit evil, boosting the ambition of others and destroying his own prestige."
"Isn't that right? This old guy is really insidious. In the court, he acted like a good man who had nothing to do with himself, but when the Imperial Preceptor came, he stuck to his ass and immediately worked for the Imperial Preceptor."
"I saw Na Jian go to Li Xiaona's military camp several times, and he didn't know what he was talking about. His face was always red every day."
After all the officials scolded Li Xiao, they began to scold Jian Yi, the only one who was close to Li Xiao.
"alright."
Zhao Jingkun, the Minister of the Ministry of War, stopped him and said, "You must not be disrespectful to the old Minister. I know his temperament, and I would never dare to offend this upstart from the capital. It must have been arranged by Li Xiao. How can he not handle it?"
After saying this, everyone nodded, the truth is this.
"Then shall we go or not?" someone else asked.
Zhao Jingkun, the Secretary of the Ministry of War, smiled and said: "Aren't you going? If you don't go, you will play into the hands of the imperial master. If you come here this time, he will definitely have someone to rely on. When the time comes, he will use the token as a command arrow. He will be the first to attack you. You Do you dare not to go?”
hiss!
Everyone took a breath, I'm afraid this is really the case.
Li Xiao was so arrogant that he actually asked them to go to Fengtian Palace to see him. He must have had some crooked idea, and this was probably his plan.
"What Zhao Shangshu said is absolutely true. We almost ignored it."
"Then I will follow Zhao Shangshu's suggestion."
"We are the only ones who are following Zhao Shangshu's lead."
Everyone complimented and toasted.
Zhao Jingkun smiled slightly, picked up his wine glass and said in return, "You should generally know the purpose of the Imperial Master's visit, right?"
All the officials looked at each other, unable to answer.
But everyone knew in their hearts that Zhao Jingkun was talking about the land issue.
Although the imperial court in the capital said on the surface that it was escorting the establishment of the dormitory area in Nanjing, in fact, it was just thinking about the land and wanted to take it all into the hands of the imperial court.
Everyone is thinking about the interests of the family. This matter is usually kept private and no one will bring it to the table. After all, they are all court officials.
"Okay, everyone, stop hiding it."
Zhao Jingkun smiled and said: "I invite you here today. We are all in the same boat. Others have already arrived at the door of our house. Why do we still have to look forward and backward here? Everyone should know that I, Zhao Jingkun, come from the Zhao family in Longtan. I have served the imperial court in these years. It can be considered that he worked hard, tried his best, and never took a needle or a thread from the common people. He was a clean figure in the imperial court. But when the imperial master came, he wanted to take away our Zhao family’s land. My Zhao family’s land is not here. It existed in the Ming Dynasty and has lasted for two hundred years. It is the ancestral inheritance accumulated by our ancestors for two hundred years. Tell me, is this fair to us?"
Zhao Jingkun is a typical member of the scholar-bureaucrat class. He is the younger brother of Zhao Jingqian of the Longtan Zhao family. His official position is Shangshu of the Ministry of War in Nanjing, which requires help from the family.
But it was true as he said. He was never greedy in the court and was able to do things effectively because his family had money and land.
Therefore, Zhao Jingkun did not envy the officials in the imperial court at all for their increased salaries.
His purpose in sitting in a high position is to be able to protect his family and at the same time get his own share of the benefits.
"That's right, others are knocking on the door. Can we still be timid? We have to stick together and unite as one."
Jin Tongtong, the left minister of the Ministry of Revenue, said: "Xiaguan comes from the Jin family. Although it is a side branch, when Xiaguan was at his most impoverished, it was the old man of the Jin family who came to help him. Otherwise, there would be no such thing as today. The kindness of a drop of water is repaid by a spring. This incident I can’t sit back and ignore things.”
In fact, Jin Tong, the left minister of the Ministry of Finance, has one sentence that he has not said yet, that is, the Jin family has three thousand acres of land, which is attached to him, and he can get half of the harvest every year.
Tang Yunhao, the right minister of the Ministry of Rites, said: "This official has also received financial support from the Tang family. Now we should unite as one."
Everyone exposed themselves and hugged each other.
In fact, people like Zhao Jingkun are somewhat similar to the Donglin Party members in the late Ming Dynasty.
When these people were in government, they were clean-minded, never greedy for ink, and they all did things that seemed more pragmatic, and they thought they were doing the right thing.
However, the Donglin Party in the late Ming Dynasty came from the scholar-bureaucrat class, represented the interests of the powerful businessmen and landowners at that time, and opposed the imperial court's taxation of industrial and commercial workers.
Taking advantage of the opportunity when Emperor Chongzhen eliminated Wei Zhongxian's influence, he canceled or reduced the tax burden on overseas trade tax, mining tax, salt tax, tea tax and other taxes.
This made the sources of fiscal revenue in the late Ming Dynasty more single, and the court's tax sources relied more on ordinary farmers. In addition, various natural disasters continued at that time, causing a large number of farmers to go bankrupt and forming a large number of refugees, which directly led to the peasant uprising in the late Ming Dynasty.
"Okay, since everyone can express their feelings today, then everyone will lose and everyone will be prosperous. So what if we go to Fengtian Palace?"
Zhao Jingkun smiled and said: "There are policies at the top and countermeasures at the bottom. When the time comes and everyone works together, the national master will hit the cotton with his fist, and his power will be nowhere to be used."
Everyone stood up with their hands raised and said, "We will obey Zhao Shangshu's wishes."
Yangzhou Prefecture, a certain village.
This place is very remote, with uneven land and rocky Gobi desert. It is a land that has not yet been reclaimed. There is a remote house here, and there is no one inhabited within ten miles.
But today is very strange. The outside of the house is filled with luxury cars, and the inside of the house is also brightly lit.
It was the elders of each scholar's family who came to participate in the thunderstorm talks.
Entering the house, it was completely opposite to the dilapidated scene outside. The interior was luxuriously decorated, with all kinds of wine and food, and was even served by a beautiful girl.
The heads of each family entered one after another, and when they saw people they knew well, they made friends and chatted with them. At the same time, there were also enemies. After all, the families are not harmonious and often have competing interests.
But today, everyone is holding back and waiting to see what happens.
"Have you heard? The Imperial Master seems to have the ability to attract ghosts, so be careful."
"I have already sent people to Cixi to inquire about the technique of attracting ghosts. It is just the method that Li Jinglong used to practice his troops and courage when he was down in Cixi."
"Ah, I see, it makes me worry about things at home these days."
"By the way, it seems that all the famous and prestigious families in Nanjing are here today. Who is Mr. Liang? He is really powerful. He has invited so many people."
"I don't know either, but judging from the fact that he sponsored fifty flintlock guns for each of our families, this person is very extraordinary."
"The so-called enemy of the enemy is a friend. No matter who he is, as long as he can help us deal with that national teacher."
The heads of each family discussed it one after another, and before the so-called Mr. Liang arrived, they seemed to be united and twisted into a rope, sharing the same hatred.
"Everyone, be quiet."
At this time, Hong Yun, the head of the Hong family in Hangzhou, who showed his loyalty as a landlord, walked out.
The Hong family of Hangzhou Prefecture was obviously one of the more important figures in this meeting. The Hong family had produced three princes and three prime ministers in the Song Dynasty. Nowadays, there are many officials in high positions in the court, and they are truly Qiantang noble families.
Seeing Hong Yun come forward, everyone made up their minds, which meant that this meeting was important.
A family head said: "Mr. Hong, with you here, we people can rest assured. What exactly are we going to talk about in this thunderstorm meeting? Where is Mr. Liang now?"
Hong Yun said: "Due to his identity, Mr. Liang is unable to show up today. I will let the old man come forward and convey the message on his behalf."
As soon as these words came out, the scene was filled with discussions.
Everyone suspected that Mr. Liang had evil intentions and had some agenda.
"Mr. Hong, this is so insincere. I came all the way from afar, but I couldn't even see him."
"Yeah, who exactly is Mr. Liang? I don't even know the details now. Will I be used as a weapon by this person?"
"Mr. Liang's magic dragon is invisible, and he can even take out a sharp weapon like a flintlock gun. I just got the news. This flintlock gun is an item from the Shenji Battalion of the Capital. Could it be the treacherous ministers and thieves who are secretly at work?"
These family heads are the best among men, and they often do not make decisions easily without knowing the details.
As someone said that this flintlock gun was an item from the Capital Shenji Camp, the atmosphere suddenly became more lively, and all the family heads changed their looks.
"What? The flintlock gun belongs to the capital, so this thing is a hot potato. No good! If this matter is leaked, it will be a disaster!"
"Oops, we thought it was Mr. Liang's own product before, but it turns out it was stolen from the capital. If we use it, wouldn't the imperial court justifiably send troops to capture us?"
"It's over, it's over. This Mr. Liang is really messed up. He is really a traitor and traitor. He uses us as spearmen and wants to bring chaos to the world. I will hand back this flintlock gun now."
The heads of each family shouted, wishing they could go home immediately and hand over the flintlock rifle to avoid harming themselves.
That's something from the Shenji Camp, something that belongs to Zhu Yuanzhang, who dares to touch it?
Although all the families privately scolded Zhu Yuanzhang at every turn, they were still scared to death. He was a murderous demon who never blinked an eye.
"It's too late." Hong Yun said with a smile: "Since everyone has accepted Mr. Liang's 'sincerity', how can there be any reason to return it now?"
After the words fell, everyone was shocked.
A family head said: "Hong Yun, what do you mean? You already knew this? Why didn't you tell me earlier!"
Another head of the family also criticized: "Hong Yun, you are from a prominent family in Nanzhili and have high moral character and respect. How could you harm us?"
Soon, accusations rained down on the head of the Hong family like snowflakes.
These people are all of low status, and there is no need for anyone to look down on others.
"Don't be impatient! Be quiet!"
Hong Yun chuckled, and then said calmly: "Look, look, once all of us are involved in our own safety, we all shirk the blame. We are like a piece of scattered sand. How can we unite as one to resist this disaster?"
As soon as this statement came out,
The scene fell silent instantly.
Everyone should ask themselves, this is indeed the truth.
It is almost impossible to unite all the families in Nanjing.
Hong Yun smiled slightly and continued: "Yes, I did make some mistakes this time, but the matter has come to this, whether you accept it or complain, I will suffer. Everything is for all of us. Benefit."
Tang Tianbao, the head of the Tang family, looked at Hong Yun and murmured: "Mr. Hong, this move of yours is really amazing. In this way, even if everyone has different intentions, it won't work."
Hearing this, everyone understood what Hong Yun meant.
This is the kind where everyone is forcibly pulled onto the pirate ship, but they are still unable to get off the ship.
Hong Yun smiled and said: "Now, everyone knows that this flintlock gun is an unheralded secret of the Capital God's Army Camp. Anyone who keeps it secretly will be charged with beheading and annihilating the clan. Now every family has it, and everyone is prosperous. Everyone loses. Now, what we have to do is to resist this change! If we fail, everyone will die."
This flintlock gun is not the purpose, but the lead, leading everyone to a boat.
Only in this way can everyone be completely dissuaded from surrendering to the imperial court. When a family is in trouble, everyone can rescue it. Because if they lose, all the families who own flintlock guns will be implicated as accomplices, and they can only win, not lose.
"What a good plan."
Zhao Guangliang, the head of the Zhao family, appreciated it and then said: "However, even if we win and force back the changes in the national division, won't the imperial court issue a liquidation against us next?"
Everyone looked at Hong Yun.
Hong Yun said: "If we win, I will be responsible for the source of this flintlock gun. By then you will have succeeded and retired, and Lao Chen's family will bear the responsibility!"
As soon as this statement came out, everyone was shocked.
Then what is this Hong Yun Tu? It is completely illogical.
"You must be confused, but if no one stands up and sacrifices in this matter, this matter will fail. The hundreds of years of foundation of our Hong family will be destroyed in one generation. We are afraid of wolves in front of us and tigers in back. Nothing can be done. Someone must stand up. Why can't it be an old man?"
Hong Yun explained with a smile, and added: "For this reason, what worries do you have? And you don't have to worry about Lao Chan. Lao Chan and Mr. Liang have reached an agreement, and they will secretly keep the Hong family and keep them." The bloodline is making a comeback, but no matter what, we cannot let the Imperial Master succeed in his reform. Once he changes, everything will change, and there is no room for recovery. It is too late to regret!"
The head of the Tang family handed over his hand: "Lao Hong is righteous!"
All the family heads handed over their hands: "Lao Hong is righteous!"
Although everyone didn't believe what Hong Yun said, everyone heard the words and the water thrown out. If they win, everyone will default to shifting the responsibility to the Hong family, and they can Stay out of it.
Hong Yun smiled and said: "Okay, since everyone has reached an agreement and shares weal and woe, let's open the sky and speak openly. What everyone has to do is very simple."
Tang Tianbao asked: "How to do it?"
He was most anxious, because the Tang family was the closest to Nanjing City, and those who were near the water and towers were the first to get the moon. I was afraid that they would be the first to face them.
Hong Yun said: "The first step for the National Master is to establish a dormitory area to encroach on our local jurisdiction. Therefore, no matter what, we cannot let him do this. They will first buy land to establish a dormitory area. We must not give in, even if They resisted with force and refused to give in!"
Everyone nodded, indicating that they could do it.
Hong Yun continued: "In addition, be optimistic about your respective mountains and lakes. If they are in your respective areas and the lakes and mountains do not belong to you, immediately find ways to buy them, because the next step of the Imperial Master will be to use these mountains or lakes. , or fields, opening factories, farms, fish ponds, these can provide a lot of opportunities to attract tenants to invest. When there are fewer tenants and the land is uncultivated, the next step of the national division will be to use this as an excuse. Take our land.”
Everyone was shocked to find out that there was such a routine, one after another.
Now that I know it, it will be easy to handle. I will buy these places immediately when I get home, even if it costs some silver.
Hong Yun said: "If the above two points are achieved, the imperial master will have nothing to do. In the end, he can only use force to suppress it. Then he will rely on the family heads to distribute gold and silver in the local area, incite civil unrest, and cause chaos in the entire Nanjing. The court will be overwhelmed, so he can only Can compromise!”
Everyone was shocked.
These three steps are shocking every step of the way.
If we can work together, we can definitely achieve it.
And if any family surrenders first, then they will all be harvested like weeds, and Mr. Liang's introduction at the beginning made everyone have to do this.
"Okay! Let's do it this way. Let's all work together to fight against the national division!"
Everyone agreed with these three points and raised their glasses to drink together: "Let's fight against the Imperial Master!"
That's it.
The thunderstorm talks ended successfully.
After everyone left, Hong Yun sat on the main seat with a worried look on his face.
Bang bang bang——
The sound of applause sounded, and several people walked into the hall. The man in the lead was in his thirties, elegantly dressed, and the two people following him had eyes as sharp as eagles.
The visitor is the so-called Mr. Liang, Lan Yu’s second son, Lan Bin.
"Not bad, not bad, well done. Hahahahaha. Mr. Hong is really highly respected and responds to every call."
Seeing this, Hong Yun hurriedly stood up and gave up the main seat. Lan Bin sat on the main seat.
Immediately, Hong Yun said: "Mr. Lan, I have already taken care of the old man's family."
It turned out that the fundamental reason why Hong Yun was so righteous and dared to guarantee his final promise was that Lan Bin had already controlled his entire family of more than a dozen wives, children, and children.
Hong Yun had to bow his head, otherwise his family's life would be at risk.
The Hong family is a local master and a local snake. There are countless privately raised soldiers and brave guards in the family, but they are unable to resist the Tiangang Disha, the top killer organization.
"Mr. Hong, don't worry, your family is safe and sound. You will see it when it is done." Lan Bin smiled slightly and said: "Your Hong family also received the favor of my father in the past to be so strong. Now is the time to repay You seem to have complaints?"
"Don't dare."
Hong Yun hurriedly bowed and then said: "But... can we really resist it like this? Although Zhu Di is not in the court now, the Supreme Emperor Zhu Yuanzhang is still in charge of the capital."
"So what?" Lan Bin narrowed his eyes slightly, flashing a cold light, and said: "Zhu Di has not returned from the expedition to the Japanese country. This is the time of emptiness. This is the opportunity for me, Lan Bin, to do great things!"
Hong Yun actually didn't want to take a trip into this muddy water, but he was manipulated and worried: "Mr. Lan, I'm worried that if there really is a civil uprising, can Nanjing really resist the imperial army?"
Lan Bin smiled and said: "Do you think it's only Nanjing?"
Hong Yun was startled and showed an incredible look.
Lan Bin stood up, patted his shoulder, and said: "Okay, you can do your job well here. When the world is in chaos, your Hong family has made great contributions, so it's not a bad idea to be made the Duke of the country from the dragon's merits, hahahahaha .”
He laughed loudly, turned around and walked out.
This is Zhu Yunxi's plan, and Lan Bin is executing it step by step.
Nanjing is just an introduction, the real purpose is for the world to be in chaos, rebellions are everywhere, and the court is overwhelmed. At that time, troops will be sent from Yunnan to occupy Hanzhong, using flintlock guns to make up for the gap between the generals, tear the soil and seal the king, and plot the world!
Tiangang and Disha beside him stared at Hong Yun, and then followed Lan Bin away.
After these people leave.
Hong Yun was trembling, and Nan Nan said: "Madman, madman is just like his father, he is a madman."
This move is tantamount to dragging the Hong family into a place of eternal destruction.
Including himself, all the families in Nanzhili have become the guns of the Lan family.
A gun that conquers the world. (End of chapter)
