"In addition to the two brothers Yuan Tai and Yuan Zhen, Yuan Thief also has leaders such as Yuan Qing, Yuan Zhong, Mashan, Zhang Yu, Liu Heng, Fei Yong, Mi Gu, Feng Yi, etc. These people may be Yuan Thief Luo Zhi His party members, or powerful party members, were all made generals by the Yuan thieves! The Yuan thieves also had a military advisor called Zhang Hong. He should plan the rebellion with him!" Wang Wei lowered his head and said:
"In addition to sending Yuan Zhen to lead the army south, Yuan thief also sent Yuan Tai and Fei Yongxi to Lingzhou to instigate Lingzhou party members to rebel. I don't know the specific situation."
Liu Fang was clear about the last point mentioned by Wang Wei. Although Yulin was in chaos, news was not completely blocked, and the traffic in Yichuan was still relatively smooth. He also received reports on the situation in Lingzhou when he was in Chang'an.
However, he was obviously more concerned about the beasts, horses and snake gods of the Yanzhou rebels. He sneered twice and said to several Han generals in the hall: "They are all unknown people! But it is these unknown people who have caused such turmoil. , caused trouble to Lianzhou and counties, the people suffered, and the court was tired! Remember these people, they will be the thieves you need to kill in the future!"
Liu Fang spoke so sternly that all the Han generals did not dare to neglect him. They all clasped their fists and solemnly said: "Yes!"
After some questioning, Liu Fang also knew that he could no longer learn anything more valuable from the two prisoners. After all, they were only minor players in the Yanzhou rebels, and they were still some distance from the core secrets. distance.
However, it is better than nothing, and it is somewhat rewarding. After pondering for a while, Liu Fang stared at Wang Wei and the two men and said calmly: "Although your confessions are not of high value, I am true to my word, and your heads are temporarily saved!"
After saying so much, it was not just because of these words. As soon as their eyes fell, Wang Yi and the other two were relieved. They hurriedly knelt down, kowtowed repeatedly, and expressed their gratitude: "Thank you, Your Majesty, for sparing your life!"
"Don't be too busy thanking me. What you have committed is a capital crime. Let's just put my head on your neck for the time being!" Liu Fang said: "For the time being, I will stay in the army and guide the king's division to see the effects. Whether he can survive or not depends on You perform!”
"Yes! Yes!" Wang Wei immediately responded: "I will do my best to guide Master Wang, and I don't dare to give up!"
In fact, there was a little enthusiasm in Wang Wei's heart, and he felt secretly happy. Why did they follow Yuan Ke to rebel? They didn't want a way to make progress, to be prosperous and wealthy, and to be a master.
As for how much resentment and resentment you have towards the imperial court, it also depends on the need. When you instigated the rebellion, you had suffered from the imperial court for a long time, but now that you are in a new place, your butt will naturally sit up straight again.
In fact, this can be regarded as a huge speculation, but the risk is relatively high, and one needs to use one's wealth and life as a bet. But judging from the current results, it has to be said that it is a rare opportunity in this life. In normal times, it would be difficult for people of their status to meet the majestic King Zhao, even a state official, but now they can After seeing him, he could still speak to him in person, even if he was being interrogated.
In the final analysis, the rebellion in Yanzhou was still a traditional peasant uprising. However, there were more collusion activities between Han careerists who were dissatisfied with the status quo and foreigners. In Chinese history, such situations are not uncommon, no matter in the prosperous times. We are still in troubled times, and basic contradictions are common.
As for those who are thieves, they do it for fame and fortune, but ultimately for a better living space. But in the Han Dynasty, if you want to live a comfortable and nourishing life, you have to move from the ruled to the ruling class within the system.
For most people in the world, the leap forward in class is a natural chasm in the journey of life. Without great luck and great wisdom, it is difficult to achieve it in a lifetime.
If ordinary methods cannot be achieved, the only option is to take some radical and risky measures, killing people and setting fire to gold belts. This is a hard truth that has been known since ancient times. People who rebel may not really be against the imperial court, but may just be trying to attract peace.
For people like Wang Wei, even if they don't have a deep understanding of this, they still know how to choose based on instinct. Seeking advantages and avoiding disadvantages, turning danger into safety, now, an opportunity is before us. From the identity of a rebel to a lackey of the government and army, this seems to be a better road than following Yuan Ke's rebellion.
Our forefathers have long pointed out the way. Through the blood of "revolutionaries", "revolutionaries" dye their official hats red and illuminate their own future. Wang Wei didn't think far ahead, but he also knew that sacrificing the "rebel" brothers was a good way out. This was a blessing in disguise, and it might be regarded as the ultimate goal of the rebellion.
Wang Wei's promise was too cheap, and Liu Fang would naturally not take his expression of loyalty seriously. However, if it could be of some use and beneficial to countering the rebellion, he could give it a try.
"Take them down and treat their injuries!" Liu Fang waved his hand and ordered.
"yes!"
After Wang Wei and the two men retreated, Liu Fang fell into silence again, with a thoughtful look on his face. When everyone saw this, they thought he was thinking about the chaos in Yulin and did not dare to interrupt him rashly.
After a long time, Liu Fang raised his head and asked Wu Ping: "In addition to these two leaders, how many rebels have been captured?"
Wu Ping hurriedly replied: "Hui Wang, there are about two hundred people temporarily imprisoned in the fortress. What should we do if we don't ask?"
"How to deal with it?" Liu Fang said in an indifferent tone: "I will officially enter Yulin tomorrow. I need something to sacrifice the flag, so I will use the heads of these traitors to support the king's army!"
As soon as this was said, everyone was a little surprised, especially the northwest generals who followed Liu Fang. They knew that His Highness King Zhao was not such a cruel person.
The commander of Jinzhou hesitated and said: "King, kill them all?"
Liu Fang glanced at him: "Didn't I make my words clear?"
"Your Majesty, most of these two hundred captives are Han Chinese and they have surrendered voluntarily."
Liu Fang didn't wait for him to finish, and said: "The rebellious Han people are more hateful and more deserving of death than the gangsters! This is what your Majesty said personally. What do you think?"
As soon as these words came out, even in the dead of winter, the commander of Jinzhou couldn't help but turn pale, broke into a cold sweat, and said quickly: "The king has an order, and the generals will obey it! However, killing these prisoners can certainly boost morale. The morale of the rebels will be intimidated, but there are many rebels in Yulin, so the general will inevitably worry. By then the rebels will be cornered and will fight to the death, which will inevitably cause obstacles and damage to the king's division."
"This is not something you should consider!" Regarding this, Liu Fang had a very firm attitude. He looked around and said, "I will reiterate again that this counter-insurgency will not end with the defeat of the rebels. Your Majesty's view of Yulin The ills of the Han Dynasty have become unbearable. We not only need to pacify the rebels, but also need to completely clean up Yulin to eliminate those chronic diseases so that the rule of the Han Dynasty can be maintained forever! As for the resisters, there is only one solution, kill!"
The last word "kill" was spoken loudly and resolutely. It was obvious that Liu Fang had a thorough understanding of Emperor Liu's will and was fully prepared mentally.
No one dared to have any objections to this. After all, Liu Fang repeatedly used Emperor Liu's words to explain, and Emperor Liu was also a god-like existence to these generals, and instinctively they could only obey. What's more, for rebels, the more they kill, the greater their credit will be. Once they understand this, they will have no scruples and burdens. Soldiers are never afraid of killing.
"Furthermore, the imperial court does not leave no room for the rebels. His Majesty's intention is very clear. The former edict has also stated that those who surrender the heads of rebels to officials will be spared death. The choice of life and death is their own choice. , we should only act according to the edict! Do you understand?" Liu Fang said sternly.
"yes!"
"Today we will rest in Guidebao, and tomorrow we will continue our march towards Yanzhou!" Liu Fang ordered again: "Inform the two envoys of Yanzhou, Zhang Qixian and Wang Xuanzhen, to be ready to respond!"
"yes!"
In fact, before Liu Fang went north, some important officials had already rushed to Yulin, and that was the newly appointed chief envoy of Yulin Road, Zhang Qixian. Just as Emperor Liu had said to Prince Liu Yang before, Zhang Qixian could be the chief official of Yulin, and now it turns out that .
Zhang Qixian was obviously a promising person, and he was very active in taking on both opportunities and challenges. After meeting with Liu Fang in Chang'an and having a brief communication on counterinsurgency, he rushed to Yulin.
Zhang Qixian did not choose Xiazhou where Daozhi was located. Although Li Jiqian was also making a lot of noise there, the situation was still under the control of the army. On the contrary, the situation in Yanzhou was more severe, which is where Zhang Qixian chose to take up his duties. This courage to face difficulties is worthy of praise.
As for the original chief envoy Guo Tong, he was dismissed from his post and recalled to Tokyo. Today, he is still in Xiazhou, and he and Wang Tong can be regarded as close brothers. Obviously, the Yulin Rebellion involved the most senior nobles of the imperial court. Even if they were not held accountable, they would not be able to gain anything.
"Your name is Wu Ping, right?" Liu Fang looked at the Commander of Guardburg.
"Exactly!" Wu Ping replied respectfully.
"You've performed well. I'll give you a two-level promotion. You'll be promoted to lieutenant general. The garrison troops at Guide Fort will be reorganized on the spot to make up for 1,000 sergeants. You will serve as the advance guard to enter Yulin tomorrow!" Liu Fang said.
When Wu Ping heard this, he was overjoyed and thanked him immediately. Shi, Team, Qu, Ying, Wei, as soon as Liu Fang opened his mouth, Wuping, a small town general, immediately rose to the rank of fifth-level officer of the Han Army. What is even more enviable is that this is the general selected by His Highness King Zhao, with a bright future. Can be expected.
Times of great change often mean great opportunities, both for the rebels and for the officers and soldiers. General Gui Debao was the first to taste it.
(End of chapter)
