"Congratulations, sir!" Chen Shaozong couldn't restrain his joy and said to Geng Zhongming very excitedly as soon as he opened his mouth, "God's grace is great, the emperor has granted our request!"
As he spoke, perhaps he was too excited. He found that there were tears in the corners of his eyes. He quickly wiped them with the back of his hand, smiled slightly awkwardly at Geng Zhongming, and then hurriedly and carefully took it out of his arms. Imperial edict, presented to Geng Zhongming with both hands.
At this moment, Geng Zhongming saw that Chen Shaozong was so excited that he felt a little dazed. Scenes of the past flashed through his mind, so that he did not go to receive the imperial edict immediately.
But after all, he was someone from the city government. Geng Zhongming quickly came to his senses and sighed in his heart. According to the rules of the Ming Dynasty, he bowed respectfully to show respect, then took it with both hands, unfolded it, and started looking at it.
Chen Shaozong watched him, rubbing his hands constantly, grinning silently, and waited.
After a while, Geng Zhongming finished reading and sat down slowly. He did not speak, but he had countless thoughts in his heart.
Although he and Kong Youde privately had a lot of complaints about the current Qing Dynasty, it was undeniable that Huang Taiji treated him much better than the Ming Dynasty. He even named a king with a different surname, even if this king with a different surname was He is not really the kind of king with a different surname who is not recognized by many people, but he is still a king with a different surname! When others see him, they all have to call him "Prince". Who would have imagined such a thing in the past?
In the past, I had been at war with the Qing Dynasty, and I had witnessed the rise of the Qing Dynasty from a tribe, and finally drove the Ming Dynasty out of Liaodong, and founded the country and proclaimed itself emperor. In the Qing Dynasty, compared to the Ming Dynasty, rewards and punishments are clear. Rewards will be rewarded, and no one will be greedy; punishments will be absolutely punished, and they will not be exempted by giving some money or something; while in the Ming Dynasty, Don't do too many things like intrigue, scheming, showing off, and other bad things!
In the early years, I was not oppressed by corrupt officials in Liaodong of the Ming Dynasty, and finally voted for Xianhan in anger, but they did not regard the Han people as human beings, just like slaughtering chickens and dogs, and often slaughtered them at will, which made me He couldn't accept it, and even his relatives died in their hands. In the end, he surrendered to Marshal Mao and killed the prisoners in revenge.
Thinking of this, Geng Zhongming couldn't help but sigh in his heart. Things are really funny. In the end, Marshal Mao, who was dedicated to resisting the captives, single-handedly created the side of Dongjiang Town to contain the captives, but he was killed by his own people due to a power struggle. For a long time after his death, the court did not give him justice. This chilled the hearts of the former Dongjiang Army comrades. In the end, no one accepted the other's orders, and internal strife broke out, which eventually led to the collapse of the original Dongjiang Army.
For me, whether it is the Qing Dynasty or the Ming Dynasty, I can say that I understand them very well. Originally, I would have thought that the Qing Dynasty was invincible in field battles, and the Ming army could only be passively beaten. I guess this is what I will see in this life.
Unexpectedly, the Emperor of the Ming Dynasty would suddenly lead a personal expedition to Liaodong, which caught famous generals like Dorgon off guard. When the news leaked out while he was in a hurry to break out, he ran into a heavy ambush of the Ming army and was eventually wiped out.
In the Battle of Pyongyang, the Dongjiang Army also showed strong combat effectiveness. However, in that battle, although the Emperor of the Ming Dynasty used a strategy of surrounding Wei and rescuing Zhao, the Dongjiang Army also suffered heavy losses. Fighting against the Qing Dynasty is still not enough.
However, what shocked me the most was the battle in Guihua City. That briefing should not be fake. From that battle, it can at least be proved that the Ming Dynasty is not only powerful in terms of news, but also the combat effectiveness of the hussar battalion is also very powerful. It was able to block Guihua City and finally annihilate more than 10,000 Qing troops led by the famous Qing general Jierhalang!
Thinking of this, Geng Zhongming suddenly grinned and guessed in his mind: The battle of Guihua City should have been fought by the Emperor of the Ming Dynasty himself. Therefore, although the briefing was not false, it was definitely exaggerated to highlight the Emperor of the Ming Dynasty's wisdom and prowess. This is a good opportunity for the emperor to gain prestige and flatter his ministers. It is estimated that no one in the Ming Dynasty would miss it.
"Sir, what's wrong?" Chen Shaozong waited for a long time and suddenly saw Geng Zhongming's expression. He couldn't help but feel a little confused. Why did he look a bit mocking? So, he asked.
After hearing the question, Geng Zhongming came back to his senses, quickly put all the thoughts in his mind behind him, and said with a sigh of relief: "I just feel that after waiting for so long, I finally got my wish."
"Yes, I can finally sleep well!" Chen Shaozong said with emotion after hearing this, but there was still a trace of doubt in his heart. If Vice General Geng really wanted to think so just now, he shouldn't have this expression, right?
However, his doubts disappeared in a flash, and his heart was filled with more joy and eager hope for this matter. Therefore, he immediately reminded Geng Zhongming: "Your Excellency, Governor Lu explained that this matter is very important, and you need your Excellency to go there in person to discuss the details."
"Huh?" Geng Zhongming couldn't help but be stunned when he heard this.
Generally speaking, if you can get through it yourself, why bother going through so much trouble? You will become a wise general directly! Could it be that Lu Xiangsheng is still worried about something?
Seeing his confused look, Chen Shaozong remained silent, and quickly added an explanation: "I also explained to the Governor, saying that you are the guard of the Phoenix Castle, and it is not good for you to disappear for many days without any reason. However, the Governor Your Excellency has said that as long as you are willing, you can definitely do it. Things must be done safely as the first priority. He doesn’t want to cause losses to his colleagues in the Dongjiang Army due to carelessness, nor does he want to implicate you, Your Excellency.”
After a pause, he remembered something and pointed to the imperial edict again: "Sir, the emperor has said that as long as we make great contributions, we will be rewarded based on our merits. Now is a rare opportunity. I think Governor Lu should That’s what I mean, only by taking advantage of this opportunity can we make great achievements. Otherwise, it won’t be so easy to make great achievements after we go to the Dongjiang Army!”
Hearing what he said, Geng Zhongming couldn't help but suddenly realized that it seemed that Lu Xiangsheng had really been tempted by the bait thrown by Huang Taiji! He wanted to seize this opportunity to capture Phoenix Castle and Zhenjiang Castle. In this way, while he was making great contributions, he, Lu Xiangsheng, was also making great contributions! It seems that if I don't discuss the details with Lu Xiangsheng and handle this matter without fail, then Lu Xiangsheng really won't do it.
Thinking of this, Geng Zhongming nodded and said with gratitude: "The governor is really thoughtful about considering us so early! No matter what, I will try my best to redo this meeting gift for Ming people!"
Chen Shaozong was overjoyed when he heard it. Geng Zhongming agreed. If you can really give such a big gift when you turn from darkness to light, there will be a reward, so why not do it!
With this thought in mind, he immediately clasped his fists and said solemnly to Geng Zhongming: "My lord, as long as I have a mission, my subordinates will not hesitate to die!"
Seeing him like this, Geng Zhongming couldn't help but smile bitterly in his heart: If one day, this confidant knew that he had even lied to him, who knows what would happen?
But having said that, if you don't do this, Jin Yiwei's secret agent is no joke. Once the news leaks out, everything he owns will be lost!
So, Geng Zhongming was determined again, gave Chen Shaozong a few perfunctory words, told him not to talk about this matter with anyone else, and then asked him to retreat.
Chen Shaozong naturally patted his chest and guaranteed with the responsibility of establishing a military order that he knew the seriousness of the matter and would never mention it to anyone else. Then, he tried his best to suppress his excitement and left.
Just like before, not long after Chen Shaozong left, Geng Zhongming's son Geng Jimao slipped in. As soon as he entered the study, he quickly asked: "Father, how are you?"
Geng Zhongming seemed to be a little uninterested. He casually pointed at the imperial edict on his desk and said, "See for yourself!"
Upon hearing this, Geng Jimao took a look and found the imperial edict on the desk. He couldn't help but be overjoyed. He took three steps and two steps at a time, rushed over, and hurriedly picked up the imperial edict and read it.
Geng Zhongming, who was sitting, looked at his son who was concentrating on Emperor Chongzhen's will. He suddenly sighed and said: "My son, in fact, this is not an opportunity to be a father, but for you, this is the only way!"
Hearing this, Geng Jimao put down the imperial edict he had just read, looked up at him, and said seriously: "Father, what chance do we have? Do you think the Ming army can retake Liaodong in the future? I dare to make a bet with my father. , as far as the Ming Dynasty is concerned, the mud cannot hold up the wall, not to mention that it cannot defeat the Qing Dynasty, even within itself, it can kill its own people!"
When he said this, he saw Geng Zhongming frown, and immediately followed up: "If the Ming Dynasty could really defeat the Qing Dynasty, why didn't the Ming Dynasty emperor make a concerted effort to lead the main force of the Qing Dynasty while he was there? When we were in Korea, what about capturing Liaoyang and Shenyang? Father, tell me, is this true?"
This time, Geng Zhongming nodded, feeling a little relieved. He thought so too, but he didn't expect his son to think of it too. It seemed like the father of a tiger had no son, and they all had similar opinions.
Of course, he was right. At least half of the reason why he completely listened to Huang Taiji was because of his son.
With this in mind, he said to Geng Jimao: "Governor Lu wants to go to Guanglu Island to discuss the details for my father. It seems that my father has to go. With this intention, you immediately rush to Shengjing to report to the emperor. After explaining the situation, and with the Emperor's permission, I will go to Guanglu Island."
"Father, don't worry, the child will leave immediately!" Upon hearing this, Geng Jimao took the imperial edict and wanted to turn around and leave.
When Geng Zhongming saw it, he quickly stopped him and said: "Also, you have to remind the emperor that during the time when I pretended to be sick and not see anyone, don't let anyone come to Phoenix Castle, otherwise it will be revealed that I am not in Phoenix Castle. It would be bad if the spies of Jinyiwei find out something later."
If it is discovered that he is not here, things will definitely get into trouble. So is Huang Taiji going to pursue the matter of him leaving his post without permission? If we don't pursue it, if the Jinyiwei secret agent hiding in the dark knows about it, will he suspect something is wrong?
Geng Zhongming was actually most worried about this. Otherwise, he would not have to report the matter of his meeting with Lu Xiangsheng, because he had already obtained Huang Taiji's permission in advance to adapt accordingly.
Geng Jimao heard this and agreed quickly. Seeing that Geng Zhongming only asked him to keep it secret, he agreed impatiently and left immediately.
He couldn't be impatient about this matter! If it is done, then the issue of his father's disobedience to the Sacred Heart will no longer happen, and the throne will be hereditary, and he can truly become the crown prince. From now on, in Shengjing City, at least those cats and dogs can no longer bully him or steal women from him!
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Half a month later, the dusty Geng Jimao came back, bringing a secret edict and oral instructions from Huang Taiji.
Huang Taiji's oral instructions praised Geng Zhongming for his loyalty and lived up to Huang Taiji's expectations; and then told him that for the sake of confidentiality, he could take care of future matters by himself and no longer need to travel frequently to Shengjing.
As for Huang Taiji's secret edict, it was mainly for him to show to others, saying that he, Geng Zhongming, was running a secret errand according to the edict. No one should doubt or publicize it, and must follow his arrangements.
With this decree, if Geng Zhongming pretends to be ill and leaves Phoenix Castle, or if he is caught by Ming Dynasty's detectives on the way there, it can be resolved without having to go to Shengjing to ask Huang Taiji for instructions.
"Father, the Emperor really has nothing to say to you. No one has such trust in you, including Fan Wencheng who hangs around the Emperor all day long." Geng Jimao said with emotion at the right moment.
Geng Zhongming was not as naive as his own son. If Huang Taiji hadn't done this, would he have tempted Lu Xiangsheng and his Dongjiang Army? If this serious trouble is not eliminated, the Qing Dynasty will be contained in Liaodong. How can it continue to grow?
In the final analysis, it is actually due to profit! At least that's what Geng Zhongming thinks in his heart.
Of course, he would not discuss this idea with his son. Because he could see that if he talked to his son like this, his son would definitely be dissatisfied and felt that he was slandering Huang Taiji.
If this kid cheats on his father and wants to prove that he is wrong as a father, and tells this matter to Huang Taiji, then he will definitely have a very bad impression in Huang Taiji.
The emperor is wise and mighty, and he is a famous king throughout the ages. How could it be because of profit?
With this in mind, Geng Zhongming perused his son for a while, and after letting his happy son go down, he began to think about the trip to Guanglu Island.
Five days later, he arranged everything, with his son as cover and Chen Shaozong leading the way, he quietly left Phoenix Castle, went to the secret meeting place on the Yalu River to board the boat, and went down the river to Guanglu Island. .
After leaving the mouth of the Yalu River and reaching the sea, Geng Zhongming no longer worried that people on the shore would see it. He went to the bow of the ship and watched the Ming Dynasty flag fluttering in the wind on the ship. Looking at the sea, he couldn't help but have mixed feelings in his heart.
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