Wu Yuan's rebellion was originally impossible to succeed.
First, he was not an uprising, but took advantage of the famine to launch a riot, which had no support from the people or financial resources.
Secondly, he was also lucky. He caught up with the emperor's stupidity and the weakening of the imperial power before he invaded the capital. Even if he really killed the emperor, he would definitely be the next to die.
You know, under the rule of the empire, there are other princes and small countries. Just like the Warring States period, the situation is complicated, and the armies of various countries have not moved yet.
And with the thieves' heads being beheaded, the quelling of chaos in various places has come to an end, and the next thing has become much simpler.
On the one hand, Shang Rui began to order Xiao Yuan and Zhong Bai to recover the lost property from the palace. On the other hand, good news from various places came frequently, and many local armed forces began to flock to the capital.
Shangling.
At this time, the news of Wu Yuan's annihilation had come, and the bandits were leaderless. The Shanngling rebels had already been demoralized, but Yu Anmin still did not dare to advance easily after the last defeat.
In the city, the leader of the Shanling rebel army was convening his men for discussion. Someone said: "Now that General Wu is dead and most of our brothers have been defeated, it is time for us to think about our options."
Another person said: "Although the Anyang army is not something to be afraid of, if we continue to occupy Shangling, it will not be long before we are attacked by other armies. By then, there will be only a dead end."
"How about surrendering to Anyang?" Someone else suggested.
As they said, the rebel general understood that the general trend was the current trend, and he had no way to do anything about it, but after a pause, he said:
"No! We have killed too many people. Even if we surrender, I'm afraid we won't end up well. For now, it's better to go up the mountain and become a bandit!"
Hearing this, people looked at each other, and then someone said: "Okay! Just listen to big brother!"
Rebellion has been successfully suppressed everywhere, and the rebel forces no longer exist. The Shanngling rebels have no choice but to continue to occupy this place and wait for death. In order to survive, they can only retreat and settle for the next best thing.
But this allowed Yu Anmin to get a big advantage, and the latter even boasted in the report, lying about how he annihilated the enemy.
With the recapture of Shanngling, after several months, the rebellion was finally put down. Armed forces from all over the country gathered in the imperial capital and stationed outside the city. The leaders who had raised troops to quell the rebellion began to enter together under the emperor's edict. Imperial City.
Because next, the conferment of titles will be held.
But behind this conferment, there are too many court games and factions.
Most of the leaders who suppressed the rebellion in these places were well-established, that is to say, they were either officials, local generals, or rich and powerful people, and they had many connections and backers in the court.
But there are only so many important official positions. Are rewards really based on merit? How could it be possible under the corrupt regime at that time!
It can be said that since armed forces from all over the country entered the capital, these days, the ministers of the DPRK and Central Government also received the most gifts. If you go to any minister's mansion, you can see local leaders coming to pay a visit.
Some people spent all their wealth in order to gain official titles and titles during this chaos.
Some people use their connections and use various means to do so.
Yu Anmin was the governor of Anyang County and a local official before. How could he have no backer in the court? After entering the capital, the first place he went to was the Prime Minister's Mansion.
If the truth is told, he can be regarded as Dong Hua's disciple. Upon learning of his arrival, the latter invited him into the living room, ordered people to serve tea, and said with a smile:
"Master Yu, you, Anyang, have also contributed a lot to quelling the chaos this time. You have recovered Fengcheng and Shanling one after another. By then, you will definitely be granted a title by His Majesty, and Master Yu will also advance to a higher level in his official career. You Don’t worry, I will put in a good word for you here.”
"Ah, thank you for your mentorship." Yu Anmin said first, and then couldn't help but ask: "I just don't know what the court's plans are for Xiao Yuan?"
The reason why he is like this is because he understands that Xiao Yuan cannot be allowed to gain power, otherwise, his life will not be easy in the future.
Dong Hua didn't pay attention and said casually: "Previously, His Majesty summoned us and other ministers to discuss the matter of conferring titles. Xiao Yuan should be appointed as the General of the Military Guard."
"What!?" Yu Anmin was surprised when he heard this.
General Duwuwei's rank is not very high, only the third rank, but he is already a Beijing official and has great power.
If calculated based on merit, there is absolutely no problem in Xiao Yuan being awarded this official position, but this is not what Yu Anmin wants to see.
He swallowed first and then said: "My mentor, General Duwuwei is not a false official. If this official position falls into the hands of others, it will have a certain impact on the situation in the court."
"Then what do you mean?" Dong Hua raised his eyebrows and glanced at him.
Yu Anmin organized his speech and said: "If my son is qualified for this position, it will also be beneficial to my mentor. My mentor should know this."
They were from the same line. Dong Hua naturally understood what he meant, but he said: "The truth is clear, but Yu Ze's military exploits are not good enough, and it is hard for me to advise him. Xiao Yuan not only saved the Holy Master, but also pacified the Capital City, annihilating the leader of thieves, these achievements cannot be erased."
"But this..." Yu Anmin became anxious, and he immediately changed his explanation: "Even if Ze'er is not qualified to be General Duwuwei, then this position must not fall into the hands of Xiao Yuan. Could it be that my mentor has forgotten that Xiao Yuan Not long ago, it was Lu Bolin's subordinates. After the rebellion is over, Lu Bolin will definitely be appointed as Taiwei. By then, Duwuwei will fall into the Lu family again, and Lu Bolin will have to compete with his mentor in the court. "
As he spoke, he added: "Xiao Yuan is just a commoner. His mentor's words in front of His Majesty can determine his future."
"Hiss..." Hearing this, Dong Hua couldn't help but take a breath, then frowned and murmured: "Yes, you are very right to remind..."
But how could Xiao Yuan be from Lu Bolin?
On the other side, the General's Mansion.
Lu Bolin has already settled the chaos and returned to the court. There is no doubt that he is also discussing with others the matter of granting the title.
He was the first to speak: "This time the chaos was quelled and official positions were awarded, specific news has been released."
When his subordinate Deng Qing heard this, he quickly asked: "Is it possible that Commander Lu will be awarded the title of Taiwei?"
"This shouldn't be a problem."
"What about... General Duwuwei?" Deng Qing asked again, because this official position is so important!
"It fell on Xiao Yuan's head."
"Xiao...Xiao Yuan?" Deng Qing's eyes widened at first, and then he said hurriedly: "This, this is not possible, Lu Shuai, no matter what, Xiao Yuan cannot get this position. Don't forget, Lu Shuai, From top to bottom, most of his Liucheng garrison are his confidants, and they have long been dissatisfied with Commander Lu..."
General Duwuwei, this official position has many people eyeing it!
Even without Dong Hua and Lu Bolin, something would definitely happen.
Xiao Yuan has no family background and no backing. No matter how great his achievements are, as a commoner, he is destined to miss this position.
