Prince Zhongshun's dignity was to leave a whole body for Emperor Jingshun.袢
At this point, Emperor Jingshun had no choice.
He smiled bitterly, picked up the rope, and got out of the car with difficulty.
Endure the severe pain in your legs and hang the rope on the shaft of the car?
Then he looked back at Prince Zhongshun, his good brother, and said coldly:
"If you don't go to celebrate your father, you will be in trouble." Now I will go first and wait for our brothers to reunite on the road to Huangquan! "
This allusion comes from "Zuo Zhuan", which is often said: "If you celebrate your father's death, you will still be in trouble."
Among them, Qingfu "died for resisting the carriage", that is, he was hanged on the shaft of the carriage.袢
Emperor Jingshun said this, obviously referring to Prince Zhongshun as Qing's father.
That is the main culprit in creating civil unrest.
Although he, the emperor, was on the road first, the real culprit would sooner or later follow in his footsteps.
Just like Qingfu, he was unpopular after forcing the king to death.
Eventually he will end up hanging himself.
Feng Yibo thought even deeper, because he knew that Qingfu had forced two monarchs to death.
It is said that people are extremely transparent before they die. I wonder if Emperor Jingshun thought that Prince Zhongshun would not let the young prince go, so he said this.袢
Prince Zhongshun showed disdain when he heard this and said with a smile:
"Brother, it's better not to delay. It would be easier to reincarnate as soon as possible."
This is also a double entendre.
Since I'm telling you to get on the road quickly, don't wait until reinforcements come to rescue you.
It would be easier for you to commit suicide, otherwise I will help you.
He is also saying that he will not die so soon.
You are destined to wait in vain on the Huangquan Road.袢
Prince Zhongshun was extremely disdainful of what Emperor Jingshun said about celebrating his father.
He read through the history books and only saw four words: "The successful king and the defeated bandit".
The most famous people who killed their brothers to seize the throne were the two Taizongs of the Tang and Song Dynasties.
But whether it is Li Shimin or Zhao Guangyi in unofficial history.
Which usurper doesn't live well after usurping the throne?
Emperor Jingshun naturally understood that his younger brother would not be stupid enough to give him a chance to survive.
If it drags on any longer, it is inevitable that the body will be dismembered.袢
"well!"
In order to maintain the emperor's final dignity, he stopped talking nonsense.
He just sighed, dragged his leg that was hit by the arrow, and slowly got into the noose.
Then, as soon as he closed his eyes, his whole body relaxed.
Hang it on the shaft of the car.
Prince Zhongshun was still afraid that he would walk slowly, so he winked at both sides.
Several people went up and started dragging and pulling him.袢
Emperor Jingshun soon started kicking his legs and staring.
But even with his tongue hanging out, someone still tested his pulse and breathing before nodding towards Prince Zhongshun.
Prince Zhongshun, who originally had excitement and resentment in his eyes, seemed to have been emptied out after confirming that Emperor Jingshun was really dead.
Seeing that he was about to collapse, the people next to him hurried over to help him and advised:
"The officers and soldiers will be here soon. Master, you'd better go back quickly!"
Upon hearing this, Prince Zhongshun sighed heavily.
He nodded calmly again.袢
Feng Yibo watched the whole process of killing the emperor with cold eyes.
From beginning to end, he didn't say a word.
It seems that the person who died was not the emperor, but an unrelated wild dog from the village.
Yes, it really looks like a wild dog.
This is how dogs are killed in rural areas in some places.
This is where the saying of hanging a dog comes from.
Therefore, he really didn't understand the dignity that Prince Zhongshun said.袢
I just feel that Emperor Jingshun is hanging there...
He looks like a dog.
Soon, Feng Yibo and Prince Zhongshun returned to the car where they first met, and were surrounded by people messing around.
tie.
I don't know if the enemy who forced him to death and twisted him was freed.
Or the mourning for family ties after fratricide.
Or maybe after the great revenge is avenged, there is only endless emptiness left.
In short, Prince Zhongshun just stared at the car door with blank eyes.袢
Feng Yibo was facing a difficult choice at this moment.
While he was thinking about it, if he exposed Prince Zhongshun's regicide for a while, wouldn't it be worth the loss?
If he was exposed as soon as the reinforcements arrived, Prince Zhongshun would also expose his identity as the Prince of Donghai County, and would do his best to drag him into trouble.
Or even the other way around, directly framing him.
By that time, he, who had recruited refugees and hid his identity, was more suspected than Prince Zhongshun.
In addition to treating him as half one of his own, this is also an important reason why Prince Zhongshun asked him to witness the regicide and feel confident.
In fact, Prince Zhongshun might have already had the idea of passing the blame to him at the critical moment.袢
Such a thing is not impossible, and the probability is not small.
On the other side, they were worried about the safety of Yuanchun and the little prince.
If Prince Zhongshun arranges someone, both parties will take action at the same time.
Then it's too late no matter what he does.
Now we can only hope that Prince Zhongshun did not infiltrate the palace.
Or, in order to avoid leaking the news, no extra arrangements were made except for the assassination.
Otherwise, no matter what he does, it will be in vain for the two women.袢
If they really take action at the same time, it would be wisest for him to do nothing.
One was stunned, the other was thoughtful.
The two of them just looked at each other without saying anything.
After a while, there were waves of people and horses roaring outside.
As the shouts of death got closer, they gradually became weaker and weaker.
After a while, the two of them were naturally rescued by the two guards who came for reinforcements and nearly Wanqin King's soldiers and horses.
When they were rescued, the two of them were still silent.袢
Fortunately, no one is paying attention to this at this time.
Many people were frightened, and silence was the best expression.
Can you imagine, many big shots cried like babies?
Some people may think it’s just crying, isn’t it?
But don’t forget, when babies cry, they are often accompanied by...
Shit and piss.
It wasn't until he saw Li Shouzhong who was also rescued that Feng Yibo breathed a sigh of relief and hurriedly stepped forward and said with concern:
"Teacher! How are you?"
Li Shouzhong was also shocked after what happened.
Seeing Feng Yibo, he managed to calm down and asked eagerly:
"I'm fine! Where are your master's wife and the others?"
Feng Yibo did not rush to respond, but looked up and down first.
It was confirmed that Li Shouzhong was fine except for some dust on his clothes.
He finally felt relieved and replied:
"Don't worry, mentor, I asked them to go to Daming Mansion first. I think except for the bumpy road, they should be safe."
The thief's goal is clear, right here in the north.
It is impossible to make a unnecessary detour to the west to intercept.
Presumably, Master Niang and Baochai have arrived in Fucheng safely.
Li Shouzhong breathed a sigh of relief when he heard that all the female family members were fine.
But as soon as he nodded, his whole body was shocked.
"Then you..."
Obviously, this was due to the sudden appearance of Feng Yibo.
Since he arranged for the female family members to go to Fucheng, he was still caught.
Then there is only one possibility. This disciple threw himself into a trap just to find him.
For a moment, Li Shouzhong was moved and angry at the same time:
"Yibo, you are confused!"
Feng Yibo was about to explain when he heard some chaos behind him.
Make a ball.
"Is the Holy One here?"
"No! Your Majesty has passed away!"
"Your Majesty!"
Apparently, the body of Emperor Jingshun was discovered.
Prince Zhongshun, who had been following Feng Yibo silently, suddenly turned pale with fright and said loudly:
"Brother Imperial! Brother Imperial!"
With that said, he went towards the place where Emperor Jingshun hanged himself without any guidance.
Seeing his exaggerated acting skills, Feng Yibo didn't know whether to laugh or not.袢
"not good!"
Li Shouzhong beside him was also shocked and hurriedly pulled him towards where the crowd gathered.
When they arrived, the body of Emperor Jingshun had been lowered.
Even the tongue was stuffed back.
More or less, the last trace of dignity was saved.
Prince Zhongshun took a few steps forward, shouted and threw himself on the corpse.
"Wow! It really hurts me!"
This "woohoo" is not the excited "Wuhu~", but a modal particle similar to "Oh my god".
The written language is alas.
Or, it can also directly mean death.
It means dying.
Prince Zhongshun said "woohoo" and covered his chest.
Then he rolled his eyes and kicked his legs.
He was about to fall straight down. Someone with quick eyes and quick hands next to him helped him and persuaded him:
"My lord, my condolences! Your Majesty hanged himself here to avoid being captured by thieves. I, the Great Wei, have not lost my integrity!"
Another person wiped his nose with tears and said:
"Yes, Your Majesty! The most urgent task is to transport His Majesty's body back to the capital and quickly send troops to encircle and suppress these traitors!"
Upon hearing this, everyone reacted and immediately agreed.
"Yes, yes! Please express my condolences, Your Majesty!"
"Your Majesty, the overall situation must be the top priority. Let's take charge of the overall situation and return to the capital first!"
When they talk about presiding over the overall situation, they naturally do not mean presiding over government affairs.袢
Instead, Prince Zhongshun was asked to preside over the funeral affairs of Emperor Jingshun as a relative.
As for the emperor's later affairs, he must first return to the capital to take care of them.
The implication is simply to return to the capital as soon as possible.
Otherwise, the thieves here have just retreated. What if they come back again?
Prince Zhongshun was obviously good at accepting advice, and he no longer fainted after hearing the words.
But the play should not be put down.
He wiped his tears again and again while arranging for everyone to collect the body of Emperor Jingshun.袢
Then the guards and local officials were asked to recruit chariots and horses to escort them to Fucheng.
After all, they are all high-ranking officials, and most of them use good horses to pull their carts.
The group of thieves were considered as thieves and they pulled away all the horses pulling the cart.
Coupled with running too fast, many drivers are overwhelmed.
It's bad, it's bad, it's bad.
There are very few intact ones.
There are some horses in the guard station that can be used, but there are too many officials accompanying them.袢
There are also many who don’t know how to ride a horse, or are too old to ride a horse.
Fortunately, local officials urgently mobilized a number of mule and donkey carts.
The noble people in the capital have no time to be picky, no matter what, it is better than walking on their legs.
Li Shouzhong and Feng Yibo were of high status, but they were assigned carriages and horses.
But the problem was that Li Shouzhong's car broke down and he was too old to ride a horse.
Folk donkey carts and mule carts are too bumpy.
Feng Yibo was looking around, trying to find someone to squeeze in with his mentor.袢
At this time, a gorgeous carriage drove over, revealing the crying face of Prince Zhongshun but not wiping it clean.
"Li Butang and I will ride together in the same car!"
Naturally, no one dared to touch his chariot, and he was handled with care when leading his horse.
What's more, given his status, the commander of the guard station wished that he could drive him
Policy.
Li Shouzhong frowned slightly when he heard this.
Obviously he was a little hesitant about the other party's identity.
Emperor Jingshun had just died, and the emperor's heir was still too young to listen to politics.袢
At this time, if you get too close to a clan like Prince Zhongshun, it will be easy for people to misunderstand you.
When Prince Zhongshun saw this, he sighed sadly:
"Just now, I was kidnapped by thieves. When I was frightened, General Feng was also tied to my car. He gave me a lot of comfort."
Having said this, he looked at Feng Yibo and said pointedly:
"No matter what, it's a disaster, and we have to avoid suspicion even if we help each other?"
Feng Yibo listened clearly and understood that he was beating himself up!
It was obviously telling him that the two of them were already in the same car, so they should work together in the same car, forget about those who have something and those who don't.袢
"It's true."
Feng Yibo nodded when he saw Li Shouzhong looking at him in surprise.
He didn't explain much, just said:
"Besides, my mentor's body is important, so there is no need to look forward or backward at this time. Everything will be settled in its own right."
When Prince Zhongshun heard this, he felt proud, knowing that Feng Yibo was responding to him.
This is a hint that he will not look forward or backward, and when he returns to the capital and ascends the throne, he should not forget his promise to him.
Li Shouzhong naturally couldn't understand the quarrel between the two.袢
But at least with the steps given by Feng Yibo, he got on the carriage.
When everyone arrived at Fucheng, most of the officials and their families who had fled gathered here.
The civil and military officials immediately reorganized their teams and sold out all the cars in the city.
Here, a group of people hurriedly embarked on the road back to the capital without mentioning it.
On the Daming Mansion side, officials who arrived earlier had already sent people to deliver the letter to the capital.
The officials who were originally staying in the capital only waited for Emperor Jingshun to return with the funeral.
When the time comes, they will greet you outside the city wearing robes, and they will be considered as completing their stay-at-home mission.袢
They have been prepared outside the city for the emperor to rest briefly when he returns.
When the time comes, we will welcome the Supreme Emperor's divine master into the city, and follow the emperor to perform the "Salvation Ceremony" and "Comfort Ceremony".
The entire funeral is over.
As a result, the Emperor's funeral had not yet been completed, but news of the Emperor's death came.
For a time, those who stayed behind were in chaos.
Families rushed to announce the funeral, and martial law was imposed in Jingying and Jiumen.
Those who didn't know thought it was the Tatars calling again.袢
The whole city was in panic and the wind was trembling.
It felt like the sky was falling.
Zhang Songyue, the first assistant, was already bedridden.
When he heard the news of Emperor Jingshun's death, he immediately became furious.
I heard that now my mouth is crooked, my eyes are slanted, and I can hardly lift my hands and feet.
I can't even speak clearly.
Apparently, it was a stroke.袢
The other two cabinet members would be fine on normal days.
But at this critical moment, the lack of prestige was revealed.
no way!
Whoever asked them to do so was a defector from the old party, and Lord Zhao Shun was in charge of macro finance.
The other is an old minister of Qiandi. Xia Yubing is usually only responsible for cheering for Emperor Jingshun.
His sense of presence in the court is not as strong as that of Feng Yibo.
These two either have a skill or are just loyal.袢
They are just pawns used by Emperor Jingshun to control the cabinet.
In terms of prestige, it is completely incomparable to the other two big guys.
It can only be regarded as an empty cabinet.
There are hundreds of officials left behind, as well as various families in the capital.
At this time, everyone was looking forward to it, just waiting for Chen Qinzhi to come back and take charge of the overall situation.
Little did he know that Chen Qinzhi might not be able to come back for a while.
He was also physically and mentally exhausted from the Emperor's funeral, and experienced an assassination attempt on the run.袢
already
When he was rescued, he was already ill.
Everyone was afraid that he would not be able to withstand the fatigue of traveling and traveling, so they left him to rest in Daming Mansion.
Therefore, even if all the mourners came back, the court would be afraid for a moment that no one would be able to suppress the situation.
The Supreme Emperor and the Emperor died one after another.
The first and second assistants of the cabinet fell one after another.
The remaining two empty-headed elders still lack prestige.
A group of people escorted the body of Emperor Jingshun back to the capital.袢
Then I discovered the huge Wei Chaotang.
Actually faced the dilemma of leaderless.
