It was rumored that Zhang Xiu was born with a fierce appearance, a vicious person, and was capable of killing people. However, the Emperor Dajing that Liang Mao saw today had a handsome face, sharp eyebrows and starry eyes, and was approachable. It seemed that this was a rumor spread by outsiders.
Liang Mao and others did not expect to see Emperor Dajing here. Their steps were disrupted for a while, and they were asked urgent questions. For a while, everyone did not know how to speak. Liang Mao thought rapidly for a moment, sorted out the regulations, and then spoke slowly: "Returning to the emperor, my lord knows that the situation has been decided, and does not dare to offend the wrath of God. However, Liaodong is the foundation of the Gongsun family, and my lord cannot bear it. Abandon it, I am willing to devote my whole life to governing the land of Liaodong, and hope that the emperor will make it happen."
Zhang Xiu had expected this request a long time ago, and knew that Gongsun Du and Gongsun Kang were dedicated to the people, so he nodded and said: "This matter is simple. After Liaodong surrenders, I will appoint Gongsun Kang as the governor of Pingzhou to implement our Dajing Kingdom." policy to seek welfare for the people."
Of course Liang Mao knew that Dajing wanted to implement national policies, and he personally agreed with the implementation of Dajing's national policies, "I thank the emperor for your kindness!"
Zhang Xiu said: "What else are there to ask for?"
Liang Mao said: "My lord inherited his father's title and became the Marquis of Liaodong. However, this is a self-proclaimed title by the previous lord. I hope to be recognized by the emperor."
When Zhang Biao, Jia Xu and others heard this, they glanced at Liang Mao and then looked at Zhang Xiu.
The Gongsun family must not be named the Marquis of Liaodong, let alone hereditary, otherwise Liaodong will not be completely controlled by the court. It is best to separate the Gongsun family from Liaodong. Of course, it cannot be separated for the time being, but the Hou is absolutely It cannot be sealed.
Zhang Xiu smiled and said: "What's so difficult about this? Gongsun Kang surrendered to Dajing and governed the land of Liaodong very well. Under the rule of their father and son, the strong did not bully the weak, the masses did not bully the few, and the merchants did not trade. The second price is a person who has made great contributions to the country. The little Marquis of Liaodong is not worthy of praise. I will give him a better title."
Liang Mao's eyelashes trembled.
He knew clearly that this was Zhang Xiu's way of promotion and resignation, but he was helpless. He also knew that the imperial court would not agree to grant Gongsun Kang the hereditary title of Marquis of Liaodong. From the imperial court's perspective, centralization of power must be the main priority.
Liang Mao naturally didn't dare to force it, so he could only thank Long En helplessly.
Zhang Xiu said: "Gongsun Kang's ability is still very outstanding. As long as he submits to me, Dajing, I will never treat him badly. You, Liang Mao, are also talented -" Zhang Xiu stared at Liang Mao and smiled appreciatively, "- it's your business I have heard that he is a good official who does practical things. After the affairs of Liaodong are handed over, you will come to Chang'an."
Liangmao looked out in surprise and hurriedly thanked him.
Zhang Xiu stood up, and everyone hurriedly followed him: "That's it. You've been tired from traveling and traveling. After a few days of rest, I will hand over the sign to the palace. I will discuss the details of the handover with you. You kneel down!"
Liang Mao and others bowed and exited.
After eating a little full, Zhang Xiu touched his belly and looked at the door and said, "Gongsun Kang is still somewhat capable. I feel relieved to have him in Liaodong. But the Gongsun family cannot take root in Liaodong. What can you do?"
Jia Xu said: "If you appoint his son to serve in Chang'an, you can cut off the Gongsun family's roots in Liaodong from Gongsun Kang."
Zhang Xiu nodded. This was the method he told the prince: "Then let's do it this way. Prime Minister Li, have you heard from the envoy to Wu?"
Li Ru pulled out a secret letter from his sleeve: "The news came this morning."
Zhang Xiu motioned for Li Ru to see for himself, "Let's see what Sun Quan in the two counties of Pian'an thinks. Due to Queen Sun's face, I can't send troops to attack directly. I can only force Sun Quan to surrender. But in my opinion, he is He won’t surrender easily, so he still needs to be given some color.”
Li Ru read the secret letter and said: "Your Majesty, Sun Quan met with the Queen and asked her to intercede. He would lend me Dajing's navy and ships to attack the Chu State and regain Jiangdong County. He was willing to cede the two counties of Lujiang and Jiujiang." land."
Zhang Xiang chuckled and said: "These two counties are just a piece of cake for me, Dajing. They didn't send troops just because of the face of my mother and concubine. They want to lend me Dajing's navy. It's just wishful thinking."
Zhang Xiu glanced at Zhang Xiang: "Shut your mouth, I'm not treating you like a mute! The ministers haven't spoken yet, what do you have to say?"
Zhang Xiang was scolded and lowered his head in panic.
Faced with the unpredictable power of their father, the sons were in awe and fear.
Jia Xu quickly said: "Your Majesty, it is not impossible for Sun Quan to use my power, Dajing, to fight back, but there is a condition, which is to abolish the emperor's title and change it to King Wu, and this King Wu needs to be canonized by the emperor. , only if Sun Quan surrenders to me, Dajing, can he borrow a warship."
Li Ru nodded: "Going further, as long as Sun Quan becomes a minister and is canonized, he will be my minister of Dajing, and the Kingdom of Wu will be destroyed."
Deposing the emperor and claiming the title of king means the destruction of the Wu Kingdom. Although it still occupies the two counties of Lujiang and Jiujiang, it nominally belongs to Dajing's territory. When the time comes, Zhang Xiu can use this excuse to let Dajing in the name of help. Sun Quan could not stop Jing from annexing the two counties, otherwise he would be labeled as a rebel.
At that time, whether Sun Quan is willing or not, he will have to accept the fact that the Kingdom of Wu will be destroyed.
Zhang Xiu pondered for a moment, nodded and said: "Well, let's do it this way. Our condition is that he abandons the title of emperor and becomes a minister. I canonize him as King of Wu and go south to capture the land east of Jiangdong. If he doesn't obey, we won't be allowed."
"Here!" Everyone bowed their heads in agreement.
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Zhang Xiu's conditions quickly reached Sun Quan's ears.
When he learned of such conditions, Sun Quan immediately flew into a rage. He had just ascended to the throne of the Ninth Five-Year Plan and had not yet enjoyed the taste of power. Zhang Xiu seemed to have taken away his imperial title. What was even more abominable was that he wanted to Zhang Xiu proclaims himself a minister!
Sun Quan cursed loudly: "Zhang Xiu is really my good brother-in-law. He is so abominable. This imperial title was obtained by my brother after decades of hard work and hard work. Zhang Xiu just took it away with a few warships. It is really unreasonable!" "
Huang Gai happened to be following next to him, so he added: "Your Majesty, when the late emperor was a general under Yuan Shu, he suffered great humiliation. In order to show his ambition for hegemony, he gave the imperial seal to Yuan Shu and borrowed three thousand soldiers and horses to create it. As for the Kingdom of Wu, our Kingdom of Wu is now in danger of being destroyed. Why don’t Your Majesty follow the example of the late Emperor and borrow warships to retake our land east of the Yangtze River. When the time comes, it wouldn’t be a bad idea to restore the imperial title!”
"this……"
Sun Quan hesitated.
He knew that his strength was far inferior to that of his brother Sun Ce, but at the moment, the Kingdom of Wu could not last with only the two counties. Now taking advantage of the opportunity of Queen Sun to return to Wu, Liu Bei did not dare to act rashly. If Sun Shangxiang returned, Liu Bei will definitely take action, and then the situation will become even more difficult.
After thinking again and again, Sun Quan finally made up his mind.
