What Duan Lin didn't know was that she was lying behind in a daze. The Qingyang County Duke who had just been recruited by Huang Qiong was also talking to Huang Qiong in the Wende Hall. We still don’t know that the Emperor, who is already critically ill, and the newly appointed Duke of Fushi, who has just inherited the title of Duke of Fushi, was attacked by Huang Qiong as an exception due to the incident in Yan’an a few years ago, as well as several other northwest vassals. The princes and princes from all walks of life, as well as three Fengguo generals, came to the capital together. Originally, when he entered the palace under the imperial edict, he thought the emperor would summon everyone.
But he didn't expect that he would only find out when he arrived at Wende Hall that Huang Qiong had only summoned him. What's more, he didn't know that Duan Lin was in this hall. He was still a little confused about what he had done to the emperor not long ago. But when he thought about the emperor staying in his own courtyard in Qingyang Mansion, he became somewhat clear about the mother and son who never forgot about him. It was clear to him, but he never had any other thoughts about the mother and son. There is no thought of holding the emperor hostage to order the princes. Because he knew that he could not defeat this emperor.
What's even more fun is that my own one is as cunning as a fox. The King of Shu was so powerful back then, and he was still able to get away from the senior sister who was chasing him. Although that senior sister is not as good as me in martial arts, she is first-rate in intelligence. As for the Yin people, I am afraid that except for the master who made her suffer a lot, there are few people in the world who can play with him. In addition, under the guidance of his mother since childhood, he has developed a character that has always been upright and behaves well. In the face of the two masters of mental tricks in this world, they neither have the intention nor the courage to cause trouble.
Sure enough, with a little subtlety, Huang Qiong directly mentioned Yi Ying's mother and son. Facing Huang Qiong's aggressive questioning, he hesitated and said: "Returning to your Majesty, Senior Sister has had support since she gave birth to a child. Now she is in the mansion every day, either teaching the child to read or practice martial arts, or It was picking flowers and planting grass, which was quite satisfying and fulfilling. That child had a strong body, but her appearance was only three-quarters like your majesty and seven-cents like her senior sister. By the way, she got along with Duan Lin just like her biological sisters, and they had a good relationship. Very much."
Hearing him mention Yi Ying's current situation, I remembered that Jujue who left, even though she was being hunted with a big belly and was on the run, she refused to come back to her. A woman who would rather risk the eyes of others and give birth to a child whose father is unknown. Huang Qiong sighed and said: "Now that the King of Shu is dead, no one will hunt her down. Her original identity is already a mystery that will never be solved. Doesn't she plan to return to me? Does she never plan to let her child recognize me as father and son? She is indeed cruel."
After Huang Qiong said several sad words, Qingyang County Duke was a little hesitant, but finally said: "Returning to Your Majesty, I also asked Senior Sister. But Senior Sister always shook her head and never answered this topic. . However, I accidentally heard the child mention it. Every time I asked about this matter, the senior sister would feel sad for a long time. As the child grew older and became more sensible, I was worried that the child would become suspicious again, so I didn't I dare to ask Senior Sister. Especially that child, he is so smart."
Huang Qiong sighed for a long time after receiving this answer that was actually not unexpected. Facing the man in front of me, who looked gentle and gentle, but in fact, I am afraid that his methods and thoughts are by no means as harmless as they appear. I am afraid that in fact he is not much worse than me and said: "I have an errand that I want to give to you. I don't know if you Do you dare to take it on? Although this job is somewhat risky and somewhat difficult. Once this job is done, you and your children and grandchildren will enjoy it for a lifetime. I have been thinking about this for a long time."
"It's just that I haven't made up my mind before. I summoned you here today because I want to have a good discussion with you while you are in Beijing. The King of Shu was assassinated, and now the old tribe of the King of Shu in the Western Regions is leaderless. I originally thought of sending Shu The eldest son of the king, went out to the Western Regions to take over the stall. It’s a pity that my nephew is really a dregs of tofu that cannot be lifted up. As soon as he heard that I wanted to send him to the Western Regions, he wiped his neck and went to Yongfu Palace to create a mess. Weeping at Qin Ting. Now his old ministry has sent envoys to pass, probably hoping to annex him."
"Those old tribes of the King of Shu who gathered in the Western Regions, there are not many Han people. Most of them are Tubo or other tribes in the Western Regions. When the King of Shu was there, he might be able to suppress the stubble. Now that the King of Shu is not here, he has no one in the Western Regions. The existence of Zixi. I am afraid that the remaining people cannot suppress those foreigners at all. What's more, let alone the foreigners, even the Han people are probably already alienated. I believe in your ability and skills. . It is a bit too humiliating to let you just stay in the fiefdom and be a county prince."
"Although the Western Regions appear to be somewhat far away from Central China, in fact, they are very important to Daqi. Not only are the Western Regions rich in fine horses, but the climate there is more suitable for growing cotton in large quantities. If the Western Regions can be controlled by the Han people, It will leave a strong barrier for the Central Plains in the west. No matter how hard we Han people fight, it will be the enemy of our own brothers and our own internal conflicts. If the Western Region is controlled by foreigners, it will be a serious problem for the Central Plains. I have often heard that the Green Sect in the west always organizes some holy army to march eastward, trying to further expand their influence, so we have to guard against it."
"Their teachings are really too extreme. And unlike Buddhism, they are more willing to use religion to control the country. Persia, which is close to the Western Regions, has now become an area controlled by this religion. The Western Regions have become a barrier to its penetration into China. The last barrier. Although the Western Regions are a little bitter now, they may not be as bitter as the rumors. Don’t worry about the three melons and two dates left by your ancestors. A good man should aim at all directions. And now that the King of Shu is in the Western Regions, he is more or less. It has laid a certain foundation for those who will take over in the future.”
"When you arrive in the Western Region, as long as you use the strategy properly. In time, with your talents and character, there is no big risk in controlling those people. You are also very skilled in skills, and you have the ability to deal with risks. As for the King of Shu, he is here To what extent the Western Region has been managed, given that you are in Qingyang Mansion, I am afraid you should know better than the imperial court. After the death of King Shu, I have been thinking about a suitable candidate. After thinking about it for three years, I finally decided The clan has also decided that you are the most suitable candidate."
In fact, it was not just a whim that Huang Qiong asked him to go to the Western Regions and take over the old ministry of the King of Shu. But as he said, he had been thinking about it for three whole years. Originally, the year before last, Huang Qiong was planning to summon him to Beijing for discussion. But because Duan Lin had just gotten married, and the situation in the Western Regions, she had not yet reached the point where she was forcing the cow to drink water. Therefore, after much consideration, Huang Qiong decided to push back. But now that the old army of the King of Shu has sent envoys to Beijing, it has shown that their internal disputes have actually reached the point where they can no longer control it.
Only then did he remember and ask the court for help. Huang Qiong thought that the right time had come and this guy had come to Beijing, so he planned to have a good talk with him. Of course, Duan Lin is also a reason. What Duan Lin did today made Huang Qiong feel like a thorn in his back. This woman is really too willing to go to extremes. He has never touched her, and it is precisely for this reason. If he could take this opportunity to send her away altogether, it would be a good thing for him.
But after Huang Qiong said that, the Qingyang County Duke in front of him fell silent. He could see that the emperor was asking for his opinion on the surface, but as soon as he opened his mouth, he had already decided on his choice. But I have reached the point where I can't do it anymore. Indeed, he knew quite well what the King of Shu was doing in the Western Regions. Even including the current Western Region Shu King's old tribe, he is very clear about any internal problems. It’s not just the matter of being leaderless, there are many problems that need to be solved urgently.
But being clear doesn't mean he is willing to go. Influenced by his mother, his temperament has always been indifferent and he is not too interested in fame and fortune. Even the current Duke was not his wish, but a dowry that came with his marriage to Duan Lin. Now the main point will be on his head. On the surface, it is a discussion, but in fact, it is an attitude that it is no longer possible to go. This undoubtedly made him smile helplessly. When he came to Beijing this time, he never thought that he would be sent directly to the Western Regions thousands of miles away.
Thinking of this, he raised his head and smiled bitterly: "Your Majesty, this decision of yours is truly shocking. The Western Regions are rich in fine horses, and the King of Shu left more than 100,000 cavalry. You are really not worried. Where will I go and take those ten The remaining 10,000 cavalry have been reorganized and then marched eastward. Are we going to compete with His Majesty for the world? I am also a descendant of the Huang family. If we compete for the world, it is justifiable, right? After all, no matter how good the Western Region is, it is still far inferior to the Middle Earth. The Middle Earth is the center. Minister, there is also the hometown of the Han people in the old tribe. Although Liangyuan is good, it is not my hometown."
In response to his words, Huang Qiong stood up and walked to the gate of Wende Hall. He looked at the eunuch who was carefully clearing the snow in front of the hall with his hands behind his back for a long time. However, he suddenly turned around and looked at the eunuch in front of him. The public said proudly: "Since I have pointed my finger at you, I have never been worried. Although you seem to be quite indifferent to everything on the surface. But I know your ability and your talent. , but enough to support any ambition of yours. I also know whether you have the ability to sort out those people."
"However, I really hope that you can have that ambition. Because if it really comes to the point where you send your troops to the east, it means that you have firmly controlled the Western Region and the old troops of the King of Shu. I still say the same thing, Your fight with me is nothing more than a feud between brothers. As long as the Western Region can be firmly controlled by the children of my Han family, in my opinion, it doesn’t matter who becomes the emperor in the end. This world has never been one family. As long as you In response to this matter, I welcome you to come and compete with me one day."
"If you agree to go to the Western Regions, I will not only crown you the King of Anxi, but also recruit a group of elite soldiers and generals from the guards who have been purged in Shaanxi and Shanxi 2nd Road to cooperate with you. The one who stays with you Woman, I also know the old subordinates of the King of Shu, and I will definitely help you in this matter. With all of this, if you don't have the ability to control the Western Regions, then I have really misjudged the wrong person. You also have to do this. Don't answer me in a hurry, tell me before you leave the capital, and it's your decision."
Huang Qiong's words made the Qingyang County Duke raise his head and look at the emperor in front of him. He couldn't understand for a moment what the Lord was thinking. Since the chaos of the Seven Kingdoms in the former Han Dynasty and the melee among the eight kings of the Western Jin Dynasty. Aren't the emperors of all dynasties most wary of the clan? Some even wanted to eradicate all those in the clan who were qualified to compete for the throne, whether they were brothers or cousins, after they succeeded to the throne. Even if they are not slaughtered, they are just kept and raised.
Why did he come to this Lord? Not only did he have to send himself to the Western Regions to gather his old troops, but he also had to give him troops and horses. Is he really not worried that he has completed the integration of the old troops of the King of Shu and will turn around and come back to compete with him for the world?
