"Uncle, the imperial army has been put into the city by Yao Jineng, and its situation is very dangerous. How to deal with it!" The officer under his command was from the Sun clan, with a solemn expression and urging words.
It's a pity that Sun Xingyou's performance was even worse. His body was stiff, his hands were shaking slightly, and his mouth was trembling. He murmured: "Sure enough, the court will not let me go. The emperor sent the imperial army to question me... ..”
"Uncle, what should we do? Please come up with an idea quickly?" Seeing Sun Xingyou's indifferent performance, the nephew couldn't help but shouted loudly.
Hearing the sound, Sun Xingyou seemed to have come back to his senses. Sun Xingyou looked at him: "I am so confused right now and I don't know what to do. You, do you have any suggestions?"
Seeing this, the officer was stunned and a little speechless, but at this juncture, he could not think more and said immediately: "Let's escape quickly! The number of the Forbidden Army is not large, and it will take some time to control the whole city. When assembled The servants of the family will gather the troops in the middle of the army and retreat to Langshan. As long as they return to the Langshan camp and the court cannot catch up, they will still have a chance to survive..."
Obviously, this nephew of the Sun family is not a visionary person. The ideas he gave were not only bad, but also specifically led Sun Xingyou to his death.
But after hearing what he said, Sun Xingyou shook his head repeatedly: "No, no, isn't this really a rebellion? Also, if we escape, what will happen to our little family, what will happen to our clan, and what will happen to this huge family fortune?"
The officer raised his thick eyebrows and said in a fierce tone: "Uncle, the situation is urgent, how can we care so much! Otherwise, we will have to sit here and wait for death!"
"This, this..." Sun Xingyou couldn't help but fell into a tangle, he kept hesitating and said: "Let me think about it again!"
However, the clan nephew gave him time to think about it, but the imperial troops who entered the city did not give him much chance. After a while, there was a rush of sounds outside the door of the mansion, and the guard came to call the police in a panic.
Outside the Sun Mansion, under the leadership of the detective officer, Bai Chongzan led two hundred forbidden troops to attack the Sun Mansion. He was accompanied by a strong general named Yao Jineng, who was the military commander of Dingzhou. Prison. As for Li Huan, he took his people and went to control the government office warehouse.
"Surround the Sun Mansion, don't allow anyone to escape!" Looking at the mansion with the door open and the guards retreating, Bai Chongzan was surprised by the ease of the process, but he still gave the order ably.
The soldiers of the forbidden army quickly separated, surrounded the front and rear gates of the mansion, and occupied the entrance. Bai Chongzan looked at Yao Jineng again and said, "Yao Du Jian, you immediately go to the barracks in each city wing to suppress and appease the garrison, so as not to cause chaos!"
"Yes!" Yao Jineng looked very motivated, but he did not hesitate to let the imperial army enter the city.
Bai Chongzan ordered to a young officer beside him: "Bai Ding, you go with General Yao, and you must cooperate and assist. If anything happens, I will ask you for help!"
"Follow the order!"
After giving the instructions, Bai Chongzan looked at the empty door again, smelled the lively movement, and could feel the panic and chaos. With a smile on his lips, Bai Chongzan led the people inside.
Entering the atrium, Bai Chongzan was a little surprised by what he saw. Including Xingyou's family, the servants and guards were waiting there obediently, and their weapons and armor were neatly placed aside to show no harm.
Sun Xingyou took the lead, with a hint of panic on his face. When he saw Bai Chongzan, he stepped forward and said, "I, Sun Xingyou, the envoy of the Yongning Army, I wonder where the general came from to start such a big war, with armored soldiers accompanying him?"
After sizing up Sun Xingyou for a few times, Bai Chongzan relaxed a little and responded: "My Majesty, Bai Chongzan, has come here at your Majesty's order to invite General Sun. For the rudeness, I still hope that Haihan will come. As for these soldiers, they are here. To protect General Sun’s family!”
With that said, Bai Chongzan took out the edict and handed it to Sun Xingyou. After taking a look at it, it was Liu Chengyou who gave an edict with little literary talent, but the edict was very clear. Sun Xingyou didn't read much, but he could understand it. He asked him to step down and go to the camp to pay homage to the emperor. Yongning military affairs were handed over to Bai Chongzan, and the edict was handed over to Bai Chongzan. Go as soon as possible.
Sun Xingyou's face twitched, and there was a clear flash of struggle in his expression. Finally, it turned into a trace of despondency, and he lowered his head and said: "General Bai, Sun knows that his sins are serious, and he is willing to obey the imperial edict, visit the emperor, and wait for his disposal. It's just mine. I hope these family members will not do any harm. There are some family assets in the mansion, and the general can take them for himself..."
Sun Xingyou looked resigned and his attitude was very good. Bai Chongzan immediately smiled and said: "General Sun is overly worried. Bai came here under the imperial edict. He only acted in accordance with the edict and did what was within his duties. As for other things, , The Han army has strict discipline, so don’t dare to violate it and test the law by yourself!”
Hearing what Bai Chongzan said, Sun Xingyou subconsciously breathed a sigh of relief and expressed his gratitude.
Bai Chongzan immediately waved his hand and sent an order: "Listen, all sergeants, please exit the Sun Mansion without any intrusion!"
"yes!"
Glancing at the situation in Sun's house, Bai Chongzan couldn't help but be surprised when he saw some of the packed luggage, parcels, boxes, and even an unpacked bed placed in the atrium: "General Sun, this is lust. Moving? Looking at the situation, it seems that the entire mansion is going to be evacuated!"
Facing Bai Chongzan's playful eyes, Sun Xingyou just said calmly: "Make General Bai laugh!"
Perhaps seeing that the matter had come to an end, he put aside his worries and let go. Sun Xingyou also regained some composure. In any case, he was also a warrior who followed his brother to fight against the Khitan, and he had a lot of lives on his hands, so it would not be too much. Unbearable.
...
On the camp side, in the early morning of the next day, Liu Chengyou received a report from Tang County. In the summer morning, people feel dry and refreshed. After washing their faces, they feel more energetic.
Washing up slowly, Hu Zai stood by and reported to Liu Chengyou: "General Bai and Li Zhizhou led the army in a hurry and arrived at Tang County after four and a half hours. Following the edict, Yao Jineng, the governor of Dingzhou, ordered the door to be opened and put in. , and then quickly took control of the city gates, official offices, barracks, and warehouses."
"So smoothly? There was no resistance? Where is Sun Xingyou, how did he react?" Liu Chengyou also seemed a little surprised.
Hu Zai reported: "After entering the city, General Bai went to the Sun Mansion in person to declare the edict. At that time, the Sun Mansion was packing up the family property and preparing to move. When he heard that His Majesty's edict had arrived, Sun Xingyou unarmed himself and obeyed the edict respectfully. Before and after, he did not move. One sword at a time.
After taking control of the garrison in Tang County, General Bai personally led his men to Langshan last night, and sent his men north to take over the defense of Feihu Village to avoid any unexpected events. Li Zhizhou summoned the officials of Dingzhou to release the list to appease the people and calm people's hearts. "
"It sounds like things are going well with the two new officials taking office!" Liu Chengyou smiled.
"Your Majesty, Sun Xingyou and Tang County have come to report their arrival. They are kneeling at the gate of the camp, begging to be seen!" Hu Zai reported.
"Xuan!" He ordered with a wave of his hand.
Soon, a nervous figure crept inside and bowed down with a plop: "Sen Xingyou, the guilty minister, pays homage to Your Majesty!"
He looked at Sun Xingyou with great interest. His face was yellow, his beard was shaggy, his skin was rough, and his appearance was somewhat similar to his brother Sun Fangjian. It must be because he had traveled all night, and he looked extremely tired.
Noticing his timid and uneasy expression, Liu Chengyou said leisurely: "You are Sun Xingyou, you are so rare. This is the first time I have seen you!"
"I am ashamed that I have not been able to pay my respects before. Your Majesty, please punish me without any complaints!"
"Your two brothers have guarded Dingzhou for many years, resisted the Khitan, and protected the people. They have made great contributions to the court. How can I hold them accountable for this?" Liu Chengyou smiled slightly.
"Do you know why I called you here?" Liu Chengyou asked calmly.
"I know!" Sun Xingyou said.
"Then let's talk!" Liu Chengyou waved his hand.
However, Sun Xingyou hesitated and hesitated a few words, but he didn't know where to start. A thin layer of sweat formed on his forehead, and he kowtowed violently: "I am clumsy. I know the rules for criminals. I have no other choice but to beg for punishment." He said it!"
Hearing what he said, Liu Chengyou smiled: "You are innocent, but if I kill you, won't you be punished for your innocence?"
"My lord, I never meant this!" Sun Xingyou was a little panicked.
Observing his expression, Liu Chengyou asked: "I heard that when Bai Chongzan arrived in Tang County, you were preparing to lead your family, army and treasury to retreat to Langshan. Is this possible?"
"Yes!" Sun Xingyou buried his head and said, "I feel that my guilt is heavy and my heart is uneasy. I just want to return to Langshan to protect myself. I have no intention of rebelling against the imperial court!"
"Ha!" Liu Chengyou laughed: "If you have no abnormality in your heart, why do you act rebellious? Protect yourself? How to protect yourself and defend yourself on Yinglang Mountain against the imperial court?"
"My lord, I was confused for a moment and my mind was deceived, so I acted in such a confused way!" Sun Xingyou kowtowed again and said, "The matter has come to this point. I know that I have violated the law of the country and I will not be forgiven for my crime. I have no other wish but speed. I want to die to atone for my sins. I just hope that for the sake of my brother’s small contribution to the big man, all kinds of sins will be added to my body and my family will be spared!”
Sun Xingyou's attitude was more sincere, and his eyes actually filled with tears. As an old man over fifty years old, this situation was quite unbearable.
However, Liu Chengyou's heart has always been as solid as stone.
After pondering for a while, Liu Chengyou waved his hand and asked Sun Xingyou: "Do you know the imperial court's policy towards the Shi family?"
"I know!" Sun Xingyou said.
"I heard that the so-called nun's body was incorruptible and became a Buddha in the flesh. It is still known to people. You enshrined it in Langshan. The people rushed to worship and admire his face. The evil words deceived the people and deceived people's hearts. You know what it is. Is it a sin?" Liu Chengyou said coldly.
"She is the mother of my brothers and clan, and I have always respected her. Although we occupied Langshan in the early years, our power was in danger. We only falsely promoted his name to gather people's hearts to resist the Khitan and protect our hometown. However, now, we have made false claims and are unable to recover. "Since I know the disadvantages, it is easy to have the intention, but I am also powerless to stop people's support. I know that I have violated the taboos of the imperial court..." Sun Xingyou made sincere remarks.
"That's enough!" Liu Chengyou waved his hand and interrupted him: "I know what's going on in Dingzhou!"
"Get up!" After giving the order, Liu Chengyou wandered a few steps in front of Sun Xingyou and sighed leisurely: "For the mistakes you have made, if you are sentenced to death according to the national law, it will not be an exaggeration!"
"Yes!" Sun Xingyou felt a chill on his neck.
"However!" Liu Chengyou continued: "I think you were ignorant for a while and made mistakes, but in the end it did not cause major disasters. The problem in Dingzhou is also due to the lack of supervision by the court and the lack of instruction and guidance, which resulted in old abuses that are still lingering to this day.
Although your actions are absurd, you have not done anything harmful to the people in Dingzhou. This time, you can be considered sincere and rein in the situation. I will not increase the burden and spare your life! "
"Thank you, Your Majesty!" Sun Xingyou was overjoyed and fell to his knees.
"However, all previous titles will be dismissed. Donate part of your family property to repair Anxi City and Feihu Sai! Take your people, leave Dingzhou and return to Mozhou!" Liu Chengyou thought for a while. , continued: "Are you convinced?"
"I have no complaints!" Sun Xingyou kowtowed.
"In addition, I have heard that your clan mother is a high-ranking nun, but you have falsely spread myths, indulged followers, connived the public with your evil words, ruined her reputation, and caused endless harm! Liu Chengyou said coldly: "Go to Langshan in person and burn his body in public, so that the people can see with their own eyes whether it is destroyed or not! In addition, cooperate with the government to destroy the Wolfshan Castle and send them away." Everyone!"
"yes!"
