Luo'an East City, Shangguan Mansion
Chu Yuanshan, the left minister of the Ministry of War, was reporting to Shangguan Hongyuanhui, who was sitting on the main seat with extraordinary bearing:
"Let me tell you, Lord Chief Assistant, the current situation in Liaoyang is very bad. The Liaoyang army will besiege Changqing City in a few days!"
Shangguan Hongyuan was not surprised by this result. He picked up the teacup on the table and took a sip before asking calmly:
"What do all the officials in the court think?"
Hearing Shangguan Hongyuan's inquiry, Chu Yuanshan hesitated for a moment before speaking:
"Everyone has different attitudes and opinions!"
"Xu Shangshu of the Ministry of War believed that Song Wenhui's so-called ten crimes against the Zhenwu Army were all slander, so he insisted that Song Wenhui was rebelling and believed that the Forbidden Army should send troops to Liaoyang to quell the rebellion..."
"Ding Guogong and Cheng Guogong believe that the matter is so important that they should investigate clearly whether Zhenwu Army has committed these ten crimes before making a decision. Zhenwu Army cannot be wronged, and Song Wenhui cannot be wronged!"
"As for Mr. Lin from the Ministry of Finance, he has always remained silent and has not participated in it!"
A sneer appeared on Shangguan Hongyuan's lips when he heard this. Just when Chu Yuanshan didn't know what to say, he suddenly asked Chu Yuanshan very seriously:
"are you ready?"
As soon as these words came out, Chu Yuanshan suddenly became solemn. Although Shangguan Hongyuan did not say it directly, he naturally understood what Shangguan Hongyuan was asking. He quietly took a deep breath, suppressed the excitement in his heart, and tried his best to He said without any arrogance or impatience:
"If your Excellency entrusts me with this important task, I will dedicate myself to my humble duty and die to repay your kindness!"
Shangguan Hongyuan was still very satisfied with Chu Yuanshan's statement. He immediately waved his hand to indicate that Chu Yuanshan could go home and wait for the news. Seeing this, Chu Yuanshan gave Shangguan Hongyuan a long salute and then slowly retreated. go out.
After Chu Yuanshan left, Shangguan Mansion once again welcomed its second guest. He was the commander of the Supervision Department—Chen Jingyu!
She seemed to understand what Shangguan Hongyuan wanted to hear. When Chen Jingyu saw Shangguan Hongyuan, she said directly without any nonsense:
"I'm reporting to the secret agent placed in Mr. Xu's residence. Someone sent a secret letter to Mr. Xu's residence three days ago. We are currently investigating where the secret letter came from, but what is certain is that it is this secret letter. Xu Shangshu changed his mind. Xu Shangshu initially wanted to remain silent about the Liaoyang Incident..."
Chen Jingyu's words undoubtedly strengthened Shangguan Hongyuan's determination. He said with some emotion:
"There are only a few people who can persuade Xu Bingyang. There is no need to investigate further."
"I really didn't expect that this old guy has been hiding behind closed doors for so many years, but his prestige is still the same as before. A letter can make Xu Bingyang turn his back on me, and join forces with Yang Chunchen and others to put on such a big show for me. He is really strategizing. , the decisive victory in the court!"
Chen Jingyu was not surprised at all by Shangguan Hongyuan's emotion. He had been able to sit firmly as the commander of the Supervision Department for more than ten years. He was naturally a smart and attentive person, so he could naturally sense that something was wrong!
Although Xu Bingyang, Minister of the Ministry of War, has been a staunch ally of Chief Assistant Shangguan Hongyuan in the past ten years, he is also Shangguan Hongyuan's biggest supporter in the court and cabinet, and has played a very key role in Shangguan Hongyuan's control of the army. , but this time he seemed to stab Shangguan Hongyuan with the knife...
The Zhenwu Army is a key chess piece of Shangguan Hongyuan. Now this important chess piece has been pushed into a precarious position by Song Wenhui. Logically speaking, Shangguan Hongyuan should send troops to rescue and save the Zhenwu Army from the fire and water. As Shangguan Hongyuan, Xu Bingyang, who is far away from the faction, is not wrong in insisting on sending troops!
But the key to the matter is not whether to send troops or not, but the current situation!
If Shangguan Hongyuan had always been strong and iron-fisted, he would not have given Song Wenhui such a chance, and would have already taken the initiative to send the imperial army to Liaoyang!
But today is different!
Compared with the past few years, today's court has a lot less smell of gunpowder, and there is much less attack and blame-shifting between factions, but this does not mean that these loyal ministers and generals of the Great Zhou Dynasty must Start seeking common ground while shelving differences, abandon conflicts between each other, start doing good, and unite as one!
The peace now is more like the last calm before the storm...
Everyone seems to be aware of what will happen next, and they are quietly preparing for it!
As Shangguan Hongyuan relies on the Forbidden Army to support his superior position, his biggest reliance is the loyalty of his 200,000 Forbidden Army. What makes Shangguan Hongyuan the most dissatisfied is that he does not know how many people under his command are secretly involved. He took refuge in the noble families who stood opposite to him.
Therefore, in the current treacherous situation, in order to maintain his rule, Shangguan Hongyuan must firmly hold the military power in his hands to deal with the storm that will happen!
For the sake of the overall situation, it is absolutely impossible for Guan Hongyuan to send troops to rescue the Zhenwu Army, and to avoid dividing the troops so that those with evil intentions can take advantage of them!
The only ones who can save the Zhenwu Army are themselves!
As the imperial court's Minister of War, and as an old fox who has been running rampant in the court for decades, Xu Bingyang, Shangguan Hongyuan's close comrade-in-arms, would not fail to understand this truth...
Therefore, there is only one possibility for him to take the initiative and openly encourage the dispatch of troops. He is obviously harboring evil intentions!
After sighing for a few words, Shangguan Hongyuan did not continue the topic, but continued to ask Chen Jingyu:
"How is the situation in Liaoyang?"
"Shen Jianzhong just sent a message a few days ago, saying that everything is going according to plan. Song Wenhui is like a withered bone in the grave, but there are still some unexpected situations that may arise, and there may be some minor troubles... "At the end of the sentence, Chen Jingyu's face also looked a little bitter.
After hearing Chen Jingyu's words, Shangguan Hongyuan seemed to understand something, his face immediately darkened and he said in a deep voice:
"Is it that unfaithful and unfilial Ye Mingsheng again, who is worse than a pig or a dog?"
Chen Jingyu nodded awkwardly when he heard this, and introduced bravely:
"Ye Mingsheng is developing very fast. He just captured Posuo Mansion some time ago, and his military strength has expanded to about 50,000. Moreover, he is also ambiguous with some Liaoyang clans such as the Cui family and the Yun family, which has become a big hidden danger. !”
"boom!"
Hearing what Chen Jingyu said, Shangguan Hongyuan, whose face was already ugly, couldn't help but slam the table.
The reason why he overcame many obstacles and decided to form Zhaowu Camp was that he wanted to promote and cultivate a group of young people who were loyal to him since childhood.
And now Ye Mingsheng's betrayal is undoubtedly a slap in the face, telling him that Zhaowuying, which he is proud of, and the hard work and effort he has put into Zhaowuying for so many years, are just a pile of stinking shit. ! They have devoted all their efforts to cultivate a group of ambitious people...
Seeing that Shangguan Hongyuan was so angry, Chen Jingyu immediately bowed and felt a little frightened in her heart. When the Zhenwu Army was established, the Supervision Department conducted an investigation on all the military attachés transferred to the Zhenwu Army and confirmed that this person was innocent. Only those who were loyal to Shangguan Hongyuan would be transferred to the Zhenwu Army. Therefore, he is also to blame for Ye Mingsheng's rebellion.
Although he was angry, Shangguan Hongyuan had not lost his mind. He knew very well that the situation in Liaoyang could only rely on Chen Dechang, Shen Jianzhong and others, so now was not the time to hold people accountable. After a moment of silence, he asked Chen Jingyu:
"What are Chen Dechang, Shen Jianzhong and the others going to do with Ye Mingsheng?"
Seeing that Shangguan Hongyuan's mood had stabilized, Chen Jingyu felt relieved and replied:
"Shen Jianzhong plans to induce Ye Mingsheng to send troops to attack Dongning Mansion, and then arrange for the Khitans to sneak attack Fengzhou, so that Ye Mingsheng can't see each other..."
After hearing this plan, Shangguan Hongyuan thought about it for a while, his gloomy expression improved, and then he said in a deep voice:,
"Tell Chen Dechang, Shen Jianzhong, and Wang Muzhi that I am waiting for good news from them in Luo'an. It is best for Ye Mingsheng to capture him alive and bring him back to Luo'an. I want to ask him personally why he is so cruel and shameless! "
"yes!"
After saying that, Chen Jingyu looked at Shangguan Hongyuan, who was still angry, and began to comfort him:
"Chief Assistant, as the saying goes, there are all kinds of birds in the forest. Over the years, you have trained hundreds of rising stars in Zhaowu Camp. It is inevitable for so many people to have a scum. Apart from him, everyone is loyal to you, Chief Assistant. Geng Geng, I am willing to sacrifice my life and blood for you!"
After hearing Chen Jingyu's words, Shangguan Hongyuan gradually calmed down, nodded and said in a deep voice:
"You're right, we can't let Ye Mingsheng, a rat turd, spoil such a pot of soup!"
After the words fell, Shangguan Hongyuan thought for a while, then ordered someone to bring an empty lunch box, handed it to Chen Jingyu and said:
"Go to the Xu Mansion in person, give this to Xu Bingyang, and tell me that I will send him some fruit..."
Although when Shangguan Hongyuan said this, his tone had returned to its usual calmness, but looking at the empty lunch box, a cold air rushed up from Chen Jingyu's back. Although he knew that such a thing had happened, Shangguan Hongyuan Xu Bingyang will never be let go.
But he never expected that Shangguan Hongyuan would be so cruel and direct when he took action!
This Xu Bingyang is the second-largest figure in the faction, second only to Shangguan Hongyuan. He has been firmly supporting Shangguan Hongyuan for more than ten years!
Chen Jingyu, who was shocked, calmed down her emotions and immediately picked up the lunch box.
"Yes, let's do the humble job now!"
Chen Jingyu, who was in a very complicated mood, soon brought her lunch box to the Xu Mansion and met Xu Bingyang. The Minister of War of the Great Zhou Dynasty was not surprised by Chen Jingyu's sudden visit.
Looking at the empty lunch box that Chen Jingyu brought, Xu Bingyang's old face actually showed a smile of understanding. Seeing this, Chen Jingyu couldn't help but asked with some confusion:
"Xu Shangshu, why are you doing this?"
After hearing Chen Jingyu's words, Xu Bingyang shook his head first, hesitated for a while and then said quietly:
"I'm nearly 70 years old and won't live much longer, but they still have to live!"
"Master Shouxu treats me well. This is the best ending for me!"
As soon as he finished speaking, Xu Bingyang smiled and found a long sword. His fingers lightly brushed the sword's edge. His expression showed a little reluctance, a little unwillingness, and a third of relief... ·
The next second, Xu Bingyang slashed his sword in his hand and killed himself! The Minister of War of the Great Zhou Dynasty died!
Looking at Xu Bingyang who was very peaceful, Chen Jingyu felt very heavy. Although he was a little confused about Xu Bingyang's words, he could vaguely guess Xu Bingyang's last words.
Shangguan Hongyuan asked Xu Bingyang to commit suicide instead of beheading him. This was to preserve Xu Bingyang's dignity, and it was also a promise to Xu Bingyang that if you commit suicide, I won't touch your family!
an hour later
In Luo'an Lin Mansion, after receiving the news, Lin Yi came to the backyard of the mansion and reported to his father Lin Shize who was fishing:
"Dad, Xu Bingyang committed suicide!"
When Lin Shize, who was fishing, heard this, he sighed and said helplessly:
"Xu Bingyang is really loyal to Shangguan Hongyuan. Otherwise, it would be easier to deal with Shangguan Hongyuan with his help. It would be a pity..."
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Fengzhou, General Military Mansion.
Ye Mingsheng in the study was carefully studying the sand table filled with flags in front of him, while Ye Tie beside him said:
"The waiter sent by Lord Zhenwu Army has arrived and hopes to see you. What do you think of handling it?"
"What is the identity of this person?" Ye Mingsheng continued to study the sand table in front of him and asked without looking back:
The current layout in the sand table was assigned based on the latest information obtained by the Coordination Office from the Changqing Mansion. Each small flag represented a team of soldiers.
"The person coming is called Cao Guang. It is said that he is Wang Muzhi's general. He followed Wang Muzhi to our Fengzhou last time!" Ye Tie thought for a while and introduced:
"Since he is just a general, let him wait!" Ye Mingsheng said lightly:
Ye Mingsheng knew clearly what the purpose of this general named Cao Guang was to meet him. He just wanted to send troops to attack Song Wenhui.
To be honest, even if it was not for the Zhenwu Army, but to protect himself, Ye Mingsheng would send troops to fight Song Wenhui!
Although he was a little puzzled by the Zhenwu Army's performance, Ye Mingsheng had to prepare for the worst. He and Zhenwu Army now had a bitter relationship.
The reason why Song Wenhui always showed goodwill to him and was willing to promise him high-ranking officials and generous salaries was because of the existence of the Zhenwu Army. If the Zhenwu Army failed, then Ye Mingsheng would definitely not have any good fruits... ···············
As for Wang Muzhi, who is currently leading the Zhenwu Army in the war, although Ye Mingsheng admires his loyalty to Shangguan Hongyuan, he also finds it a bit funny. After all, the person you swear to be loyal to is the biggest disloyal person in the world!
If it weren't for the efforts of those nobles and nobles to stop him, Shangguan Hongyuan would have pulled his nephew from the throne and hacked him to death ten years earlier!
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