In the past, in the eyes of King Zheng and Li Congjia, Zhang Zike was regarded as the most capable general besides Xu Xuan. Not only because of his extraordinary talent and knowledge, but more importantly, he could often bring various surprises to Li Congjia. As for what kind of Surprisingly, His Highness Prince Zheng, who is in a high position, has seen all the gold and silver treasures and naturally does not care about any of them. Instead, he likes some of Zhang Zi's "clever tricks".
When the troops who went to the east gate of Langzhou to deliver the message returned to the army to report the news, they naturally mentioned what they had seen and heard. All the generals present were stunned. They had been settled in Jianghuai for a long time. They had long been accustomed to the etiquette of the emperors and ministers of the Southern Tang Dynasty. They never expected that Li Yuan would dare to refuse the request of His Majesty Prince Zheng, and would also refuse to listen to the order in such a pretentious and high-sounding way?
The most important thing is that Li Yuan even proposed to order the five thousand sergeants who came from afar to go to the front line to work as soldiers. Isn't this obviously a fire pit dug for them to jump into?
But while he was filled with anger, he had to admire Li Yuan for his intelligence and bravery. He could just resist orders and disobey orders, but he also dared to naturally check and balance His Royal Highness Zheng. Who dares to believe that this is what he should do at the age of 21? Mind and courage? It is estimated that only the popular Marshal Li can do it.
Today, Zhang Zi was as usual, bowing in front of Li Congjia humbly, but this time it was not a surprise, but a complete shock. Although he tried his best to tactfully convey Li Yuan's attitude to His Highness Prince Zheng, and even carefully selected his words and sentences to avoid irritating the irritable person, the slightly swollen face in front of him still turned pale with anger. His eyes were almost ready to spit fire.
Knowing that he had done something wrong and that he would inevitably be reprimanded, Zhang Zi simply let go of his scruples. Thinking of the insult he had suffered before the city gate, he shouted with full frustration: "Your Highness, you are His Majesty's biological son, and you are your precious son." For King Zheng! You must know that the whole world is not the king's land. After all, he, Li Yuan, is just a mountain villager. This bitch dares to openly defy orders. He not only threatens us with his army, but also orders his subordinates to verbally insult us. This You simply don’t take His Highness seriously!”
Li Congjia was even more angry, grinding his gums as hard as he could to bite someone, and said angrily: "Li Yuan! His heart is worthy of death! He deserves to be killed! Is this going to be a rebellion? He didn't come to see him, but he Refusing to obey the order, you even want me to go to the front line and die?!
Unless this traitor is eliminated, how can I bear this tone? ! Pass on the king's military order and send a few more fast horses to Langzhou City to tell Li Yuan that if he doesn't come to pay homage tonight, the king's imperial edict will not be announced! Isn't he in a hurry to go to Yiyang for rescue? Even if he goes, the king's five thousand soldiers and horses will be blocked at the official road and they won't leave! "
week My suggestion is to be patient for a while and let him be arrogant for a while!
Although the last general doesn't know Li Yuan, he has dealt with him at least. This man is an official and a military commander, and he dares to say such words openly. After all, he is a bit younger! His ambition has become clear, and he has even blocked his retreat in front of His Highness.
Your Highness, since Li Yuan asked us to go to the front line to work as troops, and it's getting late now, we just have to agree to it first! Your Highness is exhausted after traveling thousands of miles, so you can also propose to go to the city to rest. As long as you can enter the city, great things can be expected! The general really doesn't believe it. He dares to let His Highness sleep in the open air, or force His Highness to march overnight. If this really gives us an excuse, it is tantamount to rebellion! "
Li Congjia used to dislike military generals very much. In his eyes, those who only knew how to fight and kill all day long were all ignorant and reckless men. When he first came into contact with Zhou Xingfeng, he was even more disgusted because of his status as a reduced general. However, with this short ten days of contact, Zhou Xingfeng's decisiveness rarely changed his stereotyped impression. In addition, his "special contribution" in the Northern Expedition caused Yan King Li Hongji to be completely defeated. When Zhou Xing met this person, Li Congjia did not follow his advice, but he had reached the point where he had to ask questions about everything.
I saw that Li Congjia had gradually calmed down after hearing this, and said in a deep voice: "Hey! The governor Zhou is right! This king's violent temper is really ill-considered. Fortunately, the governor gave me some advice, otherwise it would have delayed the important matter!"
As if vying for favor, Zhang Zi's face was gloomy, and he suddenly joked intentionally or unintentionally: "The governor of Zhou is really flexible and flexible! I admire you! But even if Li Yuan can let us into the city, what will the governor do to us?"
Governor Zhou must have forgotten that you previously suggested that His Highness send Generals Zouping and Hu Renxu to lead troops into the city to occupy the Jiedu Envoy Office. As a result, Li Yuan arrived and they were all driven out of the city! Not to mention that it is all in vain, it is just to scare the snake away! If you really love His Highness, you should think carefully about what you should do about the big things you have said in Haikou..."
As if being stabbed in his heart, Zhou Xingfeng paused, but said with blazing eyes: "Your Highness has shown great kindness to the general, and the general will naturally be loyal to you! But Zhang Sheren, although you are knowledgeable and talented, there is always something wrong with you. This is something you, a scholar, can’t think of and can’t do! Since the general dares to offer his advice to His Highness, he must have been prepared for it! Zhang Sheren doesn’t need to ask any more questions!”
Zhang Zi suddenly choked up, and seeing Li Congjia's gloomy expression, he could only grit his teeth and smile angrily: "Haha, I won't say more, I just hope that Governor Zhou can fulfill his promise and live up to His Highness's kindness!"
Zhou Xingfeng blinked noncommittally, and then said seriously to Li Congjia: "Your Highness, without further ado, send someone to inform Li Yuan, as he said! As long as we can enter Langzhou City, what will happen next?" Your Highness, I can trust you with everything you have!"
After saying that, he did not forget to continue his instructions: "Your Highness, if you see Li Yuan soon, don't act out of emotion! After all, this man is young and energetic, and thinks he has won your majesty's favor. He just wants to show off his skills in front of us, and let him be allowed for a while. That's it. Your Highness just needs to think about it, if this happens, how will a dead person show off in front of us in the future? Yes or no?"
However, no information about Li Yuan appeared in Li Congjia's mind. Only the figure of a beautiful woman who thought about it day and night appeared inexplicably. Then his eyes flashed with excitement and said: "Don't worry, Governor Zhou! A dying person, this king." Why are you arguing with him? If the big thing comes true, I will never break my promise and guarantee your promotion to Wuping Jiedu!"
Zhou Xingfeng showed a rare expression of excitement, raised his hands and shouted: "Thank you so much, Your Highness!"
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Things seemed to go as smoothly as King Zheng and Zhou Xingfeng expected. When Langzhou City received the news that King Zheng was willing to lead his army to Yiyang to labor, his attitude immediately changed 180 degrees without too much embarrassment.
Although they were still hesitant about the visitor's request to enter the city, after some communication, Liu Jiangsheng and Zhu Kuangcong at the gate of the city received the commander's order to invite His Highness King Zheng to enter the city. As for the accompanying five thousand soldiers and horses, they were not allowed to enter the city. Entering the city, only a few hundred imperial guards from Prince Zheng's Mansion were allowed to enter.
When the chariots of King Zheng and Li Congjia arrived at the east gate of Langzhou, the 10,000-strong Wuping army also received military orders at the same time. They all put away their attacking positions and opened a wide road for carriages to pass.
Zhou Xingfeng, who was riding the horse in the lead, finally saw the city of Langzhou, his hometown that he had longed for. He couldn't help roaring in his heart, but what was revealed was a calm calmness. Only the horse under the seat seemed to understand his mind and kept low. Neighing.
