On the other side, just as Zhu Wu was preparing to return from Jiangnan, in Bianjing City, he saw a house surrounded by many soldiers secretly surrounding it.
At this time, Li Ying, who was Song Jiang's envoy, was sitting in the lobby of the house with a calm expression, but Lu Fang, who was following next to him, was a little anxious.
"Confidential, no reply for so long, more and more people are watching outside recently, nothing will happen!!"
"No, they don't dare. They probably haven't come up with a clue yet. If you don't come, you won't know. You won't know until you come. The court is currently in a dilemma. I think this matter may really be possible." Li Ying Smiled.
“What do you mean confidential??”
"The imperial court has established a maritime alliance with the Jin Kingdom established by the Jurchen tribe, and decided to jointly send troops to destroy the Liao Kingdom. The Song Dynasty will capture Yanjing, and the Jin Dynasty will capture Zhongjing. After this is accomplished, the imperial court can obtain the coveted sixteen states of Yanyun. Our official He also thought that he would achieve glory that has never been achieved by the emperors of the Song Dynasty." Li Ying said with some disdain, "Unfortunately, although hundreds of thousands of troops were mobilized to attack Yanjing last year, they were unable to defeat the Liao Kingdom, which was now completely lonely. The defenders are now worried about the situation in Jingdong being known in advance by the officials. They are also worried about next year's layout. If they want to destroy Liangshan, it will affect the plan to destroy Liao. The Jin Kingdom is now so strong that they simply can't. They don’t dare to break the covenant, but they just sit back and watch our Liangshan continue to grow, and they are worried that the officials will be angry and affect their power!!"
"Then, what about the end??"
When Li Ying heard this, he sneered: "Since Cai Jing came to power, as the saying goes, three thousand guan can be used directly in the Secret Pavilion; 500 guan can be passed through the imperial edict. All appointments and national policies do not need to be drafted by the Zhongshu Province, reviewed by the Menxia Province, It can be promulgated as long as the official personally writes it, and our officials have long given the power to Cai Jing and the others. They can enjoy themselves freely. A Jingdong Jiedushi is actually nothing at all. I think the possibility of giving is still very high. New Year's Eve , they dare not touch Longwei, what I am worried about now is not the imperial edict, but the future!"
"In the future??" Lu Fang asked confused.
"Brother has long said that joining the Jin Dynasty to destroy the Liao Dynasty is the stupidest national policy. Although the Liao Kingdom has been an enemy for a hundred years, the Jin Kingdom is now a country of tigers and wolves. The Liao Kingdom can serve as a barrier for our Song Dynasty, and the Liao Kingdom If it is destroyed, the Kingdom of Jin can no longer have any scruples in sending its troops south. The imperial court cannot even capture Yanjing, so how can it be the opponent of the Kingdom of Jin? Once there is a problem in Bianjing, Liangshan will also be in trouble. With me With Liangshan’s current strength, it is impossible to fight against such a foreign power!!”
“What should I do??”
Li Ying shook his head, "There is no way, I, Liangshan, are not qualified to join such a big game now, now I can only wait!!"
. . .
At this time, in the magnificent Taishi Mansion, Cai Jing looked at the arriving Tong Guan and Gao Qiu, shook his head and sighed: "The state affairs are like this. Even though we wholeheartedly want to assist His Majesty to achieve a glorious cause, we are hateful rebels and have no internal control. Why should I be so sure? I think I can only give it to him now. During the New Year, if it is revealed, His Majesty will be furious. If Song Jiang is really willing to surrender to the imperial court, he can immediately give an order for him to lead his army to the border and accompany the border army to attack. Yanjing, this is the best result, that is, getting a large army without affecting the alliance with the Jin Kingdom."
"But what if he doesn't want to and still stays in Jingdong?" Gao Qiu frowned.
"Then we can only recall the hundreds of thousands of troops who destroyed Liao and turn around to defeat him first!" Cai Jing said coldly.
"In this case, how do you explain to the Jin Kingdom?? They plan to attack with all their strength next year and will not give the Liao Kingdom any breathing space. If I mobilize the border troops, the Liao Kingdom's 100,000 troops guarding Yanjing will directly support Will the Zhongjing and Jin Congress be furious because of this??”
"I can send someone to explain this. The Jin Kingdom should also understand that the Liao Kingdom has been completely corrupted and its demise is only a matter of time. However, it is really hateful to be threatened by a mere rebel like this," Tong Guandao said.
"What a shame, you two should try your best. Why is Liangshan developing so fast? Are all the armies below just decorations?" Prime Minister, Taiwei, if a situation like this in Liangshan happens again, then your Majesty will probably let Old General Zhong come back. Take care of it." After hearing this, Cai Jing became frightened and left directly with the help of the old servant.
Tong Guan and Gao Qiu's expressions suddenly changed, but they also knew that Cai Jing was extremely dissatisfied with being threatened this time, but was helplessly angry.
"I hope this Song Jiang can be smarter, otherwise I will definitely command the army to destroy him next year." Tong Guan said with cold eyes and left directly.
Gao Qiu took a look and instantly understood that Tong Guan had also given in. At this time, no one dared to touch Long Wei.
. . . .
Two days later, in the courtyard, Li Ying, Lu Fang and others were seen kneeling on the ground. At this time, a eunuch was reading the imperial edict. When he heard that Song Jiang was awarded the title of Wude Doctor, Jingdong Jiedushi, commanding the military and political affairs of Jingdong, he suddenly showed a trace of his emotions. Smile, as for the rest, I don’t care at all.
When the eunuch finished reading, Li Ying said loudly: "Thank you for your kindness, Your Majesty."
The arriving eunuch took a look and said seriously: "The Grand Master and the Concubine asked me to tell you that since Dr. Song is willing to accept the recruitment, it is best to be sincere. The court has its own big plans next year. I hope Dr. Song can command the troops immediately." Rush to Bianjing, and your Majesty will reward Liangshan civil and military officials one by one."
"Yes, I will definitely go back and report to brother next time," Li Ying said.
"In addition, if Doctor Song has other ideas and tries to deceive the imperial court, the imperial court will definitely go back next year to launch a massive campaign and kill all the rebels." The eunuch said in a cold tone.
"I understand"
"Walk!!"
After the eunuch led the people away, Li Ying opened the imperial edict and looked at it, and immediately mocked: "They asked us to help destroy the Liao Dynasty, it's ridiculous!!"
After saying that, Li Ying looked at the happy Lu Fang beside him and said, "Send someone to tell brother Jiang Jing that we will set off immediately and return to Liangshan!!"
When Lu Fang heard this, he hesitated slightly and said, "Confidential, can we wait for a day?"
Li Ying took a look and said seriously: "Do you want to see that singer again??
"Secret, the teacher is actually one..."
"You don't have to tell me what happened to her. In today's world, there are far more pitiable people than her. This girl is too beautiful and has the appearance of troubled times. I, Liangshan, will not accept her, and she will not go with you. "After Li Ying said seriously, he looked at Lu Fang who looked a little gloomy, shook his head and said: "Brother, some women can be touched, and some women cannot be touched. Like Master Li, if you get involved, you will only get into trouble. If you are a scribe Sanren, that’s fine, but you are not, you are the general that my brother has high hopes for in the future, don’t delay your great future because of her!!”
Lu Fang's eyes narrowed and he finally nodded.
