Three days later, Jia Cong sent Zhang Hu and Gu Qi away.
Let the two of them follow the caravan of Ning Guofu out of Shenjing City and head all the way to Liaodong.
This time, Zhang Hu was given 200 grenades, a small steel cannon, and ten explosive bombs to assist A Min and end Hong Tai.
Let Gu Qi tell A Min that Zhang Hu will help him kill Hong Tai, which is regarded as completing the contract between the two parties.
As for the future, what will be the relationship between the two? Friend or foe?
It depends on what choice Amin makes after ascending to the position of Great Khan.
If he is unwilling to be content with the status quo and wants to continue to expand his power and territory, then he can only go south or west.
To the west is the Khalkha Prairie, and the forces of Zhang Hu, Wang Shun, and Borchi can also be considered their own territory.
To the south is Dachu. No matter which way Amin develops, the two of them will eventually face each other.
After several days of searching, the expected target was not found, which made Jia Cong feel a little confused.
Could it be that those people haven't arrived in Shenjing City yet?
Ordinarily, they shouldn't. Those people should have set off before Zhang Hu and the others. Shouldn't they have arrived yet?
Just when Jia Cong was confused, Yue Ya came over in a hurry.
"Sir, in the past few days, some rumors have suddenly spread in the public, saying that I have secretly befriended the leaders of the Mongolian tribes, sold prohibited items to Mongolia, and colluded with the Mongols for evil purposes, which may be detrimental to me."
When Jia Cong heard this, he couldn't help but frowned.
At this time, such rumors suddenly spread. Could this be Hong Tai's way of dealing with himself?
This is to use a alienation strategy to alienate the relationship between himself and the emperor.
Jia Cong really couldn't explain this matter clearly. Just doing business with the Mongols confirmed his collusion with the Mongols.
Besides, he is indeed the king behind Khalkha.
It seems that another lawsuit has been filed, and it is estimated that many people will use this to impeach themselves.
"Yueya, order the people below to find out the source of the news as quickly as possible and find the mastermind behind it. I want to see who is so bold as to dare to go against me."
Yue Ya said: "Don't worry, sir. After I got the news, I felt that the matter was of great importance and I have already ordered people to investigate. I believe there will be results soon."
Jia Cong said: "Inform Tiezhu about this matter and ask her to assist you. When the source of the news is found, Tiezhu will be responsible for arresting people and finding out the mastermind behind the scenes."
Crescent Moon nodded, turned and left.
Qingwen said: "Master, will this matter affect you?"
Jia Cong said: "There will still be some influence, but it's not a big problem. Don't forget, I helped start the war between the barbarians and the Mongols. Your Majesty has to believe that I colluded with the Mongols."
Qingwen said: "We have been doing business with the Mongols for three or four years, and no one has mentioned it before. Why are rumors suddenly spreading now? Could it be that someone is pushing it?"
Jia Cong nodded and said: "It's very possible, not sure, this is one of Hong Tai's methods to deal with me. First arouse public opinion, and then let people impeach me, leaving a seed of doubt in His Majesty's heart, which will have the effect of The purpose of alienation.
And by keeping me in the capital, unable to participate in the war, Hong Tai would have less to worry about and could capture Shenyang in one fell swoop, opening the way to the south to the Central Plains. "
Qingwen said hesitantly: "Master, we have also been to Shenyang. The city there is high and the walls are thick, but it is a truly fortified city. Hong Tai and the others shouldn't be able to defeat it, right?"
Jia Cong said: "There is no invincible fortress in this world. The reason why it cannot be conquered is because the methods are not correct. Hong Tai still has some strategies. Just because he was defeated by us before, it cannot be the reason." I underestimated him."
Qingwen said: "Master, what should we do?"
Jia Cong shrugged and said with a smile: "What else can we do? It's just that the soldiers will block it and the water will cover it. I have already thought of this outcome. There is no need to make too much fuss. We just need to wait and see what happens."
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Emperor Longqing looked at the memorial in his hand and frowned.
After putting it aside, he picked up another one. The contents were roughly the same, which was about the impeachment of Ning Guogong Jia Cong.
After reading through all the memorials on the eucalyptus, there were six or seven that were about impeaching Jia Cong.
He impeached Jia Cong for secretly befriending Mongolian dignitaries, smuggling prohibited items to Mongolia, colluding with the Mongols, and having ulterior motives. He requested that Ning Guogong be strictly investigated and his chamber of commerce sealed.
After looking through these memorials, Emperor Longqing also had some thoughts.
He didn't believe it at all that Jia Cong colluded with the Mongols to deal with Da Chu.
At the beginning, Jia Cong killed Sanbeile Mang Gurtai and blamed Mongolia, which triggered a war between the barbarians and Mongolia. Khalkha was directly defeated by the barbarians and became a vassal of the barbarians.
Later, Hong Tai attacked Shenyang. In order to contain Hong Tai's troops, Jia Cong led people into the Khalkha Prairie.
I found several familiar tribal leaders to help them bring order to the chaos, drive away Hongtai's people, and get rid of the control of the barbarians.
After Hong Tai withdrew from Shenyang, he launched another attack on the grassland, hoping to conquer Khalkha again.
Jia Cong led his men to unite with Mongolia and defeated Hong Tai.
Jia Cong has written all these secret reports and reported them to himself, and he is aware of these things.
Jia Cong is kind to Mongolia. With this layer of karma, Jia Cong's caravan will be able to travel unimpeded in Mongolia and almost take over most of Khalkha's transactions, making this kid a lot of money.
However, Jia Cong also purchased 20,000 war horses for Da Chu, which alleviated Da Chu's shortage of war horses.
Jia Cong's relationship with the Mongols is indeed good, and he must have contacts with the tribal leaders. As for whether he has smuggled prohibited items, he cannot guarantee it.
It's just that not many people know about these things. How do these people know?
Moreover, according to Dai Quan's report, this matter has been rumored in the public recently, which is really strange.
"Dai Quan, are the rumors about that boy Jia Cong true?"
When Dai Quan heard this, he secretly glanced at Emperor Long Qing and breathed a sigh of relief when he saw that he was not looking at him.
"Reporting to my master, it is absolutely true that Ning Guo Gong is doing business with the grassland people. It is impossible to say that there is no connection. However, I don't believe that Ning Guo Gong is harmful to your majesty and the great Chu."
Seeing Emperor Long Qing nod slightly, he thought to himself, Mr. Ning Guo, our family is doing you a favor by speaking for you like this.
Emperor Longqing said: "Dai Quan, go and call that boy Jia Cong."
"Yes, Master, I obey your order."
Seeing Dai Quan leave in a hurry, Emperor Longqing looked at the memorial in front of him and fell into deep thought.
Jia Cong was quite loyal to him. He didn't hide anything about Khalkha from him. He knew all these things.
It is precisely because of this that I don't want Jia Cong to go to Liaodong again.
One is that he doesn't want him to have contact with the Mongols anymore, and the other is that he doesn't want Jia Cong to make any more meritorious deeds.
Jia Cong is too young. If he is not controlled now, when he gets older, has prestige, has his own connections, and has his own subordinates, no one will be able to control him.
Through this period of time, I observed and tested Jia Cong.
This boy is very satisfied with his current status and has no objections to his arrangements.
Thinking of his words that day, about wanting a lovely wife and concubines, hugging each other, fine wine and delicious food, and a happy life, Emperor Long Qing couldn't help but smile on his face.
This is what a young man should think. The self-control he had before, coupled with the fighting power of the three armies, is a bit too scary.
I have almost watched Jia Cong grow up, and I still have some understanding of this guy. He is simple, innocent, and has clear goals.
Since he was nine years old, he has wanted to practice martial arts, join the army, and gain military merit.
Earn a title for yourself and win a glory.
I really let this kid do it. Even I admired this kid's ability and luck.
From a nine-year-old boy to the current Ning Guogong, it only took six years. This boy's experience is legendary.
At a young age, he has fulfilled the lifelong dreams of countless generals.
Let countless veterans be envious, jealous, and beyond their reach.
Unknowingly, time flies by.
When he came to his senses again, Jia Cong and Dai Quan were already standing in front of him.
"My lord, Jia Cong, bow to your majesty, long live my emperor, long live, long live."
Emperor Longqing said: "Jia Aiqing, please be free. Have you ever heard of the rumors? I also heard that the Five Cities Military and Horse Department is searching for someone. Could something happen again?"
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Jia Cong said: "Reporting to Your Majesty, I have heard about the rumors in the market. The matter between you and the Mongolian Khalkha tribe was reported to Your Majesty in secret at that time and was not concealed.
Khalkha went through three consecutive wars, and lost 60 to 70% of the tribe's young men. Both the tribe and the barbarians suffered losses. The original intention of the minister has been achieved. Within ten years, Khalkha will be unable to invade Chu.
When I helped them, the leaders of the tribes also said that they would never invade Chu again in their lifetime. I didn't really believe them in this, so I didn't mention it to Your Majesty, lest they go back on their word and I end up in trouble again. The consequences of lying about military intelligence.
As for the rumor that I was smuggling prohibited items, that is even more nonsense. The items I transported to the grassland were mainly fine wine, ceramics, tea, and silk. The profits from these products were large enough. There was no need for me to smuggle prohibited items. "
Emperor Longqing nodded and said, "Then who are you, the Five Cities Soldiers and Horses Division, arresting?"
Jia Cong said: "Your Majesty, last time I received news that Hong Tai was going to send troops. At the same time, I also received another news. Hong Tai sent two groups of troops to Shenjing City with the goal of dealing with me. He also said that there was They might bribe officials from North Korea and China to help deal with me.
I felt that this was a trivial matter and my private matter, and there was no need for Your Majesty to bother with it, so I did not tell Your Majesty. I just asked people from the Military and Horse Division of the Five Cities to step up patrols and conduct overt and covert inspections, but found nothing.
I can't help but think that the rumors circulating outside may have been deliberately spread by those people, so that the traitors they bribed can use this to impeach me and so as to alienate the relationship between your majesty and me.
I have already asked people to trace the source of the news and try to find the person behind it. It is estimated that there will be news soon. "
Emperor Longqing frowned when he heard this.
As Jia Cong said, are those who impeached Jia Cong all traitors bribed by the barbarians?
I opened the memorials and looked at the names of the ministers. Fortunately, there were no important ministers in the court, and I couldn't help but breathe a sigh of relief.
After thinking about it carefully, I felt a little doubtful.
Could it be that that bastard Dai Quan told Jia Cong that someone was impeaching him, and did this guy say that on purpose?
Thinking of this, I couldn't help but look at Jia Cong. Seeing that he didn't want to lie, he looked at Dai Quan again.
Dai Quan had been with Emperor Longqing for many years and knew his master's character and what he meant, so he shook his head firmly.
However, I admire Jia Cong in my heart.
He only mentioned it briefly, but this guy actually counterattacked directly, saying that those who impeached him were traitors bribed by the barbarians. It was so dark and cruel.
This is to beat all those who impeached him to death with a stick.
This is a matter of speculation, and His Majesty knows the truth of the matter. Those who impeach Jia Cong will probably be in trouble.
These people are serious. It’s not good to offend anyone, so why do you have to offend Jia Cong?
Could it be that the ruthlessness shown by Jia Cong has not been able to calm these people?
Seeing that it was not Dai Quan who revealed the news, Emperor Longqing was relieved. It was not a good thing for people around him to collude with foreign ministers.
The two of them were not connected in series, so I felt relieved.
Thinking of the news he had received, in the past few days, people from the Five Cities Military and Horse Division had mobilized throughout the city to conduct strict checks on outsiders.
It seems that Jia Cong did not lie, and he is still trustworthy.
In this case, are those impeaching people really traitors?
There is no evidence at all, and it is difficult for Emperor Longqing to judge. Even if there are indeed traitors here, it is impossible for them all to be involved.
It is a bit difficult to identify them. First, write down the names of these people and let them investigate slowly.
"Many people have impeached you recently, which is somewhat similar to the rumors in the market. I don't care about your business, but prohibited items must not be sold, let alone to the Mongols."
Jia Cong said: "Your Majesty, don't worry. I am an official of Da Chu and your Majesty's minister. I will not do anything that is detrimental to our Da Chu or your Majesty. These rumors are all false."
Emperor Long Qing stared at Jia Cong for a long time, and then nodded with satisfaction.
This guy is very measured in what he does, and since he is not short of money, he probably won't do this.
"I can trust Jia Aiqing as a person. It's up to you to find out those who are the instigators. Since Hong Tai sent people to deal with you, you have to be more careful yourself. You can't bring more soldiers around to prevent them. Then suddenly assassinate."
Jia Cong said: "Thank you for your concern, Your Majesty, I will be more careful.
Your Majesty, could you please give me the list of ministers who are impeaching me? I will ask people to pay close attention to see if they have colluded with the barbarians. If not, it would be best. If there is a relationship, I can follow the clues and find those barbarians. "
Emperor Longqing's first reaction after hearing this was that Jia Cong wanted to take revenge.
This bastard is really capable and doesn't shy away from him at all. This is too blatant.
"You kid, please don't mess around. These officials from the DPRK and the Central Government are not gangsters. If you dare to do something evil, you are standing against everyone, and I can't save you."
Jia Cong said: "Your Majesty is too worried. I will not act recklessly. Even if I find evidence, I will ask your Majesty for instructions first. I will not take action without your Majesty's permission."
After hearing what Jia Cong said, Emperor Longqing felt relieved.
After thinking about it, I might as well ask him to check it out. This guy is surprisingly efficient at doing things and is more suitable than others.
Afterwards, Dai Quan was asked to bring the memorial to Jia Cong.
Jia Cong looked through it and remembered the names of several people. After Emperor Longqing warned him again and again, he said goodbye and left.
