Licheng County is the administrative seat of Jinan Prefecture and is also a wonder of the North.
This large city rests on mountains and lies in a small basin surrounded by mountains.
Huang Tingjian said it: as chic as Jiangnan.
If you look down from above, you will find that half of the city is covered with mountains and lakes, with springs in every house and weeping willows in every house.
There is no roughness and heaviness of the North at all, but it shows the delicacy and elegance of the South of the Yangtze River.
Located in the government office in the east of the city, an old man wearing a purple official robe was sitting in the lobby.
The old man was about fifty years old, with a thin face and a sparse goatee on his chin.
This person is none other than the prefect of Jinan, Zhang Shuye.
Looking through the official documents, Zhang Shuye looked solemn and his eyes were full of sorrow.
The people in Linyi County also rebelled, gathering more than 8,000 people and holding several villages hostage.
In just a few days, war broke out in the north.
In Jinan Prefecture alone, there are four groups of rebels who have rebelled. These rebels range from twenty to thirty thousand to thousands of people.
He knew very well that the Northern Expedition in the previous two years had drained the blood of the people in the North.
This year we were hit by another severe drought. There were only two light rains in the entire midsummer.
Due to this severe drought, there may be no harvest of corn in late autumn.
Only when the people have absolutely no way to survive will they rebel.
But he couldn't do anything. Officials were frivolous and only cared about enjoying themselves. He was surrounded by traitors such as Wang Fu, Liang Shicheng, and Li Bangyan.
Li Gang, who was the last to speak up and write a letter criticizing the Six Thieves, is still the chief bookkeeper of Sha County in Quanzhou.
Zhang Shuye did not cherish his official position, he just thought that while he was in office, he could at least restrain the officials under his administration and make the people in his administration live a slightly better life.
Zhao Ting, the Zhizhou governor of Qingzhou, had a lot of misdeeds when he was in Hangzhou. If he hadn't kept an eye on such traitors, the people of Qingzhou would have lost their way of survival long ago.
And officials like Zhao Ting can be found everywhere in the court now.
There are Jin people in the north and Xixia people in the west, watching with eager eyes.
However, there are treacherous ministers in power in the court, corrupt officials in local states and counties are rampant, and now the people are in dire straits, and wars are everywhere...
"It's so stormy!"
Thinking of this, Zhang Shuye couldn't help but sigh.
Suddenly, a rush of footsteps came from outside the lobby.
Zhang Shuye put down the paperwork and looked up.
The visitor's name was Xing Wanli. He was originally a county lieutenant in the county under his jurisdiction when he was serving in Haizhou.
When Song Jiang was first annihilated, this man was brave, resourceful and talented.
Therefore, after he was promoted to the prefect of Jinan, Zhang Shu reported to the court at night and recommended him to join the army as a manager and was transferred to his side.
Xing Wanli walked quickly into the lobby, bowed and presented a letter with both hands: "Prefect, a secret letter from Heishan Village!"
"oh?"
Zhang Shuye's eyes narrowed and he ordered: "Bring it up quickly."
Han Zhen has analyzed before that the famous name of King Li Tian of Montenegro is both a blessing and a curse.
The advantage is that with this name, after the uprising, bandits and ordinary people from Green Forest Road will continue to come to surrender, and the power will be strengthened in a short period of time.
The disadvantage is that it is easy to be targeted by the government.
In fact, as early as when he was the governor of Qingzhou, Zhang Shuye had already set his sights on Black Mountain Village.
With his temperament, how could he tolerate all these giant bandits under his rule?
After this stare, clues were quickly discovered.
Every few months, large quantities of grain, pig iron, and even war horses were quietly transported to the village.
You don't need to think about it to know that there must be officials secretly colluding with King Li Tian.
Zhang Shuye is not a reckless person. There are many bandits in the Black Mountain stronghold, and the weapons are as powerful as the officers and soldiers. In addition, the terrain of Black Mountain is dangerous, with high mountains and dense forests, so a strong attack is simply not feasible.
Therefore, instead of alerting the enemy, he made plans early and sent people to secretly contact the Black Mountain bandits, promising high-ranking officials and generous salaries.
"Prefect, please take a look."
Xing Wanli respectfully presented the secret letter.
After opening the envelope, Zhang Shuye checked the envelope and after confirming that it was correct, he slowly started to read it.
When he finished reading the letter, his eyes were full of horror.
Xing Wanli on the side saw this and asked, "Prefect, what's going on?"
"Just take a look."
Zhang Shuye said and handed over the letter.
When Xing Wanli saw it, he suddenly took a breath of cold air, feeling shocked and frightened: "They actually want to take over Jinan Mansion?"
"I didn't expect that King Li Tian had such capable people. If they really capture Jinan Prefecture, they can intimidate the capital city when they advance, and they can pass through Shandong when retreating. At the same time, they echo the Gaotuo Mountain in Hebei, making it impossible for the Western Army to encircle and suppress it. By then, the north will be really in chaos."
Zhang Shuye was still frightened at this moment. If Jinan was lost, the consequences would be disastrous.
I don’t know how Mr. Na Yin came to have such talent, but he didn’t want to serve the court. Instead, he joined the bandits and helped the tyrants.
It’s really hateful!
Putting down the letter, Xing Wanli frowned and said: "Prefect, this Lei Han said conclusively in the letter that they could easily capture Jinan Prefecture, but the specific details were vague. The official felt that he was deliberately exaggerating in order to take credit. .”
"Ah!"
Zhang Shuye sneered and explained: "It's nothing more than an internal response."
Xing Wanli was startled and hurriedly clasped his fists and said: "I'm going to go check it out and strengthen the city gate guard!"
"Not urgent!"
However, Zhang Shuye stopped him, waved his hand and said: "If this happens, it will definitely scare the snake. If the Black Mountain Stronghold has been dormant, it will always be a worry."
In his opinion, Zhang Wanxian and his like are nothing to be afraid of.
As long as the imperial troops from each state are dispatched, the rebellion can be suppressed within a few months.
Black Village is different.
Not only are the soldiers and horses strong, but there are also capable people to make suggestions. If you leave it alone, you will be the next Fang La again.
"What's the prefect's clever plan?"
Xing Wanli was not stupid and he reacted immediately.
Zhang Shuye said confidently: "This opportunity is rare. I am going to use a trick to lure the snake out of its hole, catch it in one net, and completely eliminate the disaster."
As he spoke, he waved.
Xing Wanli immediately stepped forward.
After listening to Zhang Shuye's arrangements, Xing Wanli's eyes lit up and he said with admiration: "The magistrate really uses his troops like a god, and I admire him."
"Let's go!"
Zhang Shuye waved his hand.
"I'm going to go now."
Xing Wanli bowed and saluted, and then hurriedly left the government office.
Soon, a piece of news spread among the major teahouses and restaurants in Licheng County.
The prefect, Zhang Shuye, will personally lead his troops out of the city soon to put down the rebellion.
In the evening, a homing pigeon flew out of the county town and flew towards Montenegro.
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Black Mountain Village, inside the Juyi Hall.
The nine heads gathered together, with a large wooden table in the center and a map spread out on the table.
Mr. Yin said with a smile on his face: "Zhang Shuye can't hold his anger anymore."
In his opinion, Zhang Shuye would definitely go to quell the rebellion.
Otherwise, several groups of rebels will continue to grow stronger, and Jinan Prefecture will be completely destroyed.
At this moment, Lei Han, the fourth master, suddenly said: "Master, the army has been organized now, and the subordinates are on standby at any time. What are the specific regulations? Can you let everyone know? Otherwise, I will be so dull in my heart. I really have no bottom.”
Hearing this, Li Tianwang, who was sitting in the first place, clenched his fist slightly and echoed: "Yes, madam, we should know how to fight this battle?"
"What's the hurry? You'll know when the time comes."
Li Heihu glanced at King Li Tian, stood up, and said in a cold tone: "From now on, the village will be closed, and no one will be allowed to enter or exit. At the same time, a curfew will be implemented. Anyone who returns home at night will be killed!"
"Got the order!"
Everyone responded with clasped fists.
Lei Han's heart shivered and he couldn't help but secretly rejoice.
If it were later, I'm afraid the news wouldn't even get out.
I had underestimated this girl before, but I never thought she would be so cautious.
I don’t know what Zhang Shuye’s arrangements are, I just hope it goes well this time.
After the completion of the matter, he became the regimental trainer of the imperial court's fifth rank.
I thought Lei Han was a fisherman, but he never thought he could become an official!
Recommend the book "Gou gained experience in Tianlao, and he was born ninety thousand miles away". This book is very strange. The speed is often too fast, and he is interrogated if he is not careful. It is the kind of old six stories that you should read and cherish. The protagonist is an old man. Coins, do you understand old coins? Just take advantage and not suffer losses. If you lose a copper, you have to find a way to dig out the enemy's lair. Brothers who are interested can go and have a look.
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