Zizhou, Yanting County.
After the Han army's strong attacks and gradual elimination, the chaos in the prefectures and counties near Chengdu was completely controlled. The rebels in Zizhou were considered relatively tenacious because some of the surrendered soldiers from the Shu Kingdom participated and had a certain fighting capacity. They were selected by Xiang Xun and Zhao Kuangyin as their final combat target.
Previously, Li Yan, the commander of the Huaide Army, used his strategy to quell the rebellion, mainly to secure the city and ensure transportation, and then to attack the rebels within the territory. In this way, it also gave the rebels an opportunity to grow stronger. However, the effect was there, at least it did not cause it to spread out and join other rebels.
By December 20, the Zizhou rebels had become the last large-scale rebel force in Shu. As Zhao Kuangyin defeated several other large rebel groups, the front finally turned to Zizhou and mobilized a total of 20 battalions of Han soldiers. , Shu officials and troops carried out annihilation.
After two low-intensity battles, they were defeated, chased to Yanting, and besieged in Longjuling in the northwest of the county. The landform of Yanting County is mainly hilly, but it is a transportation chokepoint. In ancient times, it was the junction of Ba and Shu. It supplemented the Jinniu and Micang Roads from north to south, leading directly to the western Sichuan plain.
When the rebels in Zizhou were at their peak, there were more than 15,000 people, and the remaining remnants were only more than 5,000. They were all die-hard elements who were defeated by the Shu soldiers and powerful people in the territory and the Lang and Guo areas. It is mainly composed of thieves, which can be said to be the best of the rebels, and has a very high "disobedient" attribute.
There is a saying that the fighting ability and will of these rebels seem to be much stronger than the previous Shu army.
The mountains are winding like a dragon's disk, so the locals call it Longju Ridge. However, Zhao Kuangyin was a little dissatisfied when he saw it. He felt that the name was not good, just because a group of rebels occupied the top of the mountain. After the war, the name should be changed.
A winter rain stopped the army from attacking the mountain. The icy rain and the howling north wind made the Han army, dominated by northerners, feel the cold again. Although it was not biting, it was still unbearable.
The Han military camp was surrounded by military tents to provide shelter from the wind, charcoal for heating, hot soup to drink, and clothes to wear, so it was naturally tolerable. The remnants of the rebels on the ridge did not receive such treatment. The defeated army and the bereaved dogs lacked both food and materials to keep out the cold.
The camp was very simple and crude, and could hardly withstand a charge from the Korean army. There were only a few rows of deer camps, which could barely stop one or two. In the camp, the rebels in chaotic uniforms gathered to keep warm, shivering in the ice and sky, and their morale was extremely low.
In fact, at this point, many people no longer know what they are still insisting on. The original enthusiasm for gathering righteousness, petitioning for the people, and resisting the tyranny of the Northern Han Dynasty has been almost worn away in these two months. .
If it weren't for some of the thieves who were on the death list of the Han army, still inciting stubborn resistance and using the massacre of the Han army to publicize it, they would have fallen apart long ago. Even so, collapse is not far away. For most people, they can still survive, even if they become slaves and are moved out of the countryside...
In the center of the rebel camp, there was a simply erected tent, surrounded by vegetation and branches to serve as a military tent. The guards outside the tent were very tightly guarded, as if they were on guard for something. There was a fire inside, and the firewood was burning, making a crackling sound, and black smoke was emitting due to incomplete combustion. A middle-aged man in military armor was sitting next to the fire in a somewhat awkward posture.
This person's name was Lan Siwan, who was originally the governor of Zizhou in Shu. When the rebellion broke out in Shu, he was pushed out by the rebels to take the lead, and later became the commander-in-chief of the entire Zizhou rebel army.
Opposite Lan Siwan was an elegant middle-aged man, wrapped in an enviable fur coat, with a slight smile on his lips that seemed incompatible with the calm and depressing atmosphere.
"Brother Lan, how have you considered it? With your current situation, lack of food and clothing, and low morale, Brother Lan must have a clear idea of whether you can block the King's attack!" The middle-aged man said in a candid tone. : "I came here under orders. It's just that Dushuai Zhao has a benevolent heart and doesn't want to kill again. He wants to give you a chance to survive. If you miss it, you will regret it! I will say this, I hope you will think about it."
After a pause, the middle-aged man added: "I'd like to remind you that the rain has stopped, and you don't have much time left!"
After saying that, he looked at Lan Siwan calmly, waiting for him to make a decision. This envoy of the Han army was named Quan Shixiong, and he was originally the governor of Shuguo Prefecture. Being an official has political achievements, sufficient prestige, prominent reputation, and most importantly, far-sightedness.
When the rebellion broke out in central Shu, some officials from various regions took the opportunity to help, some remained neutral, and some took the initiative to cooperate with the Han army.
Quan Shixiong belonged to the latter group. According to his original intention, he did not want to wade into the muddy waters, but when Liu Guangyi came to visit, he could not tolerate his refusal. After taking the first step of serving the Han army, the rest of the road will be easy to follow. The road will become wider and more stable. Quan Shixiong has made great contributions to calming down the chaos in Guozhou. Even because of his example, he was also It affected the choice of former officials in other states and counties in eastern Sichuan.
Now, Zhao Kuangyin is pinging Zizhou. Hearing his reputation, he specially summoned him to the front of the army and secretly sent him to the camp to contact him and persuade him to surrender. For Quan Shixiong, there is a certain risk, but it is controllable because he has a relationship with Lan Siwan.
Sure enough, after revealing his identity, Quan Shixiong was warmly invited to the camp by Lan Siwan and met with him in person.
After listening to his advice to surrender, Lan Siwan showed a sad expression and said: "At the beginning, the old generals and powerful men started to cause chaos. I didn't want to follow them. However, I was forced by public sentiment, fought with swords and soldiers, and promoted the commander-in-chief, so I made a mistake. I regret it too much. Over the past few months, I have caused trouble to all the prefectures and counties. I have committed so many crimes, how can the imperial court forgive me?"
Of course, Quan Shixiong felt the meaning of Lan Siwan's words. He couldn't help but smile and said: "Brother's concerns are not a big deal. It is because he understands your situation that Zhao Dushuai sent me here. Otherwise, if it is true, It’s irreversible, so why bother?”
"Can you really spare me? The Han court's order clearly states that I, the chief culprit, must be punished!" Lan Siwan was very doubtful.
"Brother should have heard about Dushuai Zhao's reputation. Since he promised to spare his life, there is no reason to break his promise." Quan Shixiong shook his head and suggested: "Moreover, if brother is really worried, he may make another contribution. To reduce sins and seek peace of mind!”
"Master, please tell me!" Lan Siwan immediately became interested and asked expectantly.
Quan Shixiong sighed leisurely and said: "Many of the rebel leaders in Zizhou and nearby areas are gathered here, and they are people who must be investigated by the court. If I can take their heads and bring them down, it will be enough to prove their intentions!"
Hearing what he said, Lan Siwan frowned suddenly. If he followed what he said, it would not only be a matter of surrender, but also a matter of betraying his "comrade" and using his blood and head to earn his own peace.
After thinking for a while, Lan Siwan suddenly smiled bitterly and looked up at Quan Shixiong: "Do I still have a choice?"
It seemed that he was asking Quan Shixiong, and it was also like asking himself, but Quan Shixiong only remained silent.
Taking a deep breath, Lan Siwan cupped her hands and said, "Excuse me, please go back and tell Dushuai Zhao that I am willing to rein in the situation, surrender, and wait for disposal."
Hearing this, Quan Shixiong shook his head and said, "I'm afraid the news of my coming here has already spread, and the thieves in the camp may also be keeping an eye on you."
"What does Quan Gong mean?" Lan Siwan asked.
Quan Shixiong asked: "How many confidants can you command?"
Lan Siwan replied without thinking: "I can't guarantee anything else. The three hundred soldiers around me can guarantee their loyalty!"
"That's enough!" Quan Shixiong nodded and said decisively: "What I mean is that brother can summon the thieves to the capital in the name of 'Han envoys to persuade them to surrender and discuss the matter', and then execute them!"
"Is it so urgent?" Lan Siwan asked.
"It won't be too late!" Quan Shixiong said.
The hesitation didn't last long. Lan Siwan stood up boldly and ordered outside: "Come here, give me my order..."
In the winter of the 10th year of Qianyou's reign, on the night of December 24, Lan Siwan, the commander-in-chief of the Zizhou rebels, trapped and killed 46 of his generals and bandits, and took all their heads. That night, Long lived on the ridge. There was chaos first and then peace. The next morning, Lan Siwan led the crowd, abandoned his troops and disarmed his troops, surrendered to the ridge, tied himself to the Han camp to plead guilty, and the Han army commander Zhao Kuangyin personally released him.
The chaos in Shu was settled.
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