Tiantang Splendid

Chapter 4197 Doubtful

The rain gradually subsided, and a heavy rain caused the water potential of all the rivers in Guanzhong to surge. Fortunately, after the Guanlong Mutiny last year, countless soldiers were defeated and riots were everywhere. The flood.

On both sides of Guangtong Canal, the two armies marched along the muddy official road. After the Sixth Commander of the East Palace stabilized Chang'an, Qu Tuquan and Li Siwen led their troops to Tongguan to attack the Jin Wang who was firmly guarding Tongguan. The army formed an oppressive trend.

Because the Guangtong Canal connects Chang'an and Tongguan, the river is straight and smooth, and it is even an important waterway for water transportation. Therefore, boats and boats are usually connected and bustling. Most of the counties and towns along the way make a living on this, which makes the places along the waterway extremely prosperous. "Fumin Canal".

It's just that Guanzhong is not peaceful now. First, there was a mutiny in Guanlong, which beat Guanzhong into a ball of mud, and then the king of Jin raised his troops. The water transportation has been cut off, and the river is empty, and even the people in the counties, towns, and villages along the coast Officials warned of evictions, all staying at home and not moving around, so as not to cause trouble to the upper body.

Therefore, the two armies went straight to Tongguan without any hindrance.

Outside Xinfeng City, beside the Guangtong Canal, there was originally a tea house on the wharf where folks used to rest and drink. Yu Wenshi and Qiu Xinggong sat opposite each other, and more than a dozen soldiers dressed as servants scattered around and stared nervously The army marching slowly on the official road under the river embankment not far away, if anyone came this way, they would immediately protect the Patriarch and retreat.

It was raining continuously, and the cloth shed above the head was sheltering from the rain, but Yu Wenshi and Qiu Xinggong were safe and comfortable, sitting opposite each other, sipping the fine wine in the wine bag with the sauced meat and snacks wrapped in oiled paper.

Looking at the orderly and prosperous Donggong Six-lead army, Qiu Xinggong said with emotion: "Wei Gong is worthy of being the number one military master in the world today. Even if he is a famous commander in ancient times, it is difficult for anyone to live above him. It's just a piece of loose sand, with no combat power. After the first emperor handed it over to the prince, he was reorganized and trained by Duke Wei, so that his combat power jumped to the first level among the sixteen guards. With the help of firearms, he became the world The first-class strong army. If there is no such six-leader in the East Palace, how can we have the current situation?"

Nowadays, the ruling and opposition parties have a general understanding of the trend of the East Palace all the way, and it is generally recognized that its rise is when His Majesty Li Er handed over the Six Rates of the East Palace to the Crown Prince, so that the Crown Prince finally had a commanding position. The army has obtained the military power it has always dreamed of.

Coupled with the Youtunwei under Fang Jun's single-handed control, these two armies together built an indestructible barrier for the Eastern Palace.

It has consolidated the foundation of Prince Donggong.

If not, how could they have resisted the impact of the Guanlong army during the Guanlong mutiny?I am afraid that before His Majesty Li Er returned from the Eastern Expedition, Changsun Wuji had already pacified the Eastern Palace, and then supported a new crown prince. The situation is completely different.

What's more, when His Majesty Li Er returned from the Eastern Expedition, even though Yi Chu's heart was very strong, he had to be cautious, and he had to be cautious about the tyrannical combat power of the Six Rates of the Eastern Palace and the Right Tunwei. The military strength of the Eastern Palace.

First, Fang Jun was deprived of the post of General of the Right Tunwei, and then the sixth leader of the East Palace was transferred outside the city, and then Zuo Wuwei was transferred to the city to stay in the palace... Even though His Majesty Li Er had never died, he wanted to completely disintegrate the East Palace. Armed forces also need three to five years.

It can be seen from this that His Majesty Li Er is afraid of the two armies of Donggong Liuzhao and Youtunwei.

Yuwen Shiji took a sip of wine and squinted slightly to look at the marching army in the light rain. Compared with Qiu Xinggong, he had a deeper feeling.

Had it not been for a serious error in the previous estimate, which led to the strong resistance of the Six Rates of the Eastern Palace during the mutiny, and the subsequent defeat by the Right Tunwei several times, the Guanlongmen faction must have returned to the early years of Zhenguan. Even if His Majesty Li Er returned to Chang'an alive unexpectedly, this outcome cannot be changed.

And if His Majesty Li Er is as determined as a stone to uproot Guan Long, he may have to repeat the past of the last year of the great cause. The talented and powerful His Majesty Li Er may not become the second Sui Yang Emperor...

However, it was the Sixth Commander of the East Palace who hastily reorganized the army, but defended the Taiji Palace, blocking the tide-like offensive of the Guanlong army, and finally caused the Guanlongmen Clan to fall into a situation of eternal doom.

If it weren't for the turmoil in the future, both His Majesty Li Er and Prince Li Chengqian would need the Guanlongmen Clan to balance the court situation. I am afraid that the Guanlongmen Clan has been completely wiped out at this moment, and hundreds of years of foundations have disappeared...

The bottom of his heart was like waves ups and downs, full of emotions, but after all he had a wealth of experience, after going through too many storms, he quickly stabilized his mind, touched the wine bag with Qiu Xinggong, took a sip together, and asked: "Is there any way to persuade Xue Wanche during this trip?" How sure are you?"

Qiu Xinggong ate a mouthful of sauced meat, pondered for a moment, swallowed the sauced meat and shook his head, "Who dares to speak lightly of success or failure before we come to you? However, although Xue Wanche is dull and sluggish, with a violent temper, he knows loyalty. Back then, he hid the prince's blood feud It may not be completely forgotten, as long as there is still a bit of resentment in his heart, the chance of persuading him will increase."

The Xue family in Hedong is a well-known family in China, and it is one of the "six surnames in Kansai", with a noble family and a wealth of talents.Xue Wanche's father was Xue Shixiong, the former Sui Zuo Yuwei General. Xue Wanche's brothers also served in the Sui Dynasty and worshiped as generals.

After entering the Tang Dynasty, the third brother Xue Wanjun entered the palace of Qin Wang and became the confidant of Qin Wang, while Xue Wanche was recruited by the hidden prince Li Jiancheng, and he had great trust in him.On the night of the Xuanwu Gate incident, Xue Wanche learned that King Qin had killed Li Jiancheng at Xuanwu Gate. , Li Yuanji's leaders went to persuade him to surrender, Xue Wanche realized that the governor could not do anything, so he led his troops to escape from Chang'an and fled to Zhong Nanshan.

This kind of person is the most stubborn. Even if he surrenders in the end, as long as there is a little loyalty to Li Jiancheng left in his heart, it will never be wiped out.

Normally, His Majesty Li Er's order is naturally his only obedience, but once there is an opportunity, he will be swayed by the loyalty in his heart: what better way to revenge than destroying the crown prince canonized by His Majesty Li Er?
Yuwen Shiji nodded, although he may not have full faith in Qiu Xinggong and always felt unsafe, but it is undeniable that Qiu Xinggong's point of view is very reasonable, even if Xue Wanche has a good relationship with Fang Jun, it is just a personal relationship, how to get along with him Comparing the righteousness in your heart?

Qiu Xinggong returned the salute, drank a sip of wine with Yuwen Shiji, looked at the main force of the army on the official road, and asked inadvertently, "I don't know why Duke Ying entered the customs this time?"

Yu Wenshi and his vigilance were not lost, and he replied casually: "Now Zuo Wuwei is gathered in the West City of Chang'an, and Lu Guogong's position is too important. If we can try to persuade him to turn around, great things will happen soon. Although there is little hope, we must do our best. Do your best to persuade."

Qiu Xinggong showed a hint of worry on his face, and said in a low voice: "Nowadays, Chang'an city is controlled by the 'Hundred Riders'. That kid Li Junxian is quite capable. Duke Ying must be careful when he enters and exits Chang'an." Be careful, don't miss out."

"Don't worry,"

Yu Wenshi looked away from Qiu Xinggong's face, and said with a light smile: "Brothers vying for the heir apparent, siblings fighting for the position, this is a matter of the heavenly family, and it is different from rebellion. Therefore, most of the Chinese and military in the current dynasty are watching the changes, and they are sympathetic to both sides." With sympathy, there are countless people who communicated secretly with the King of Jin, and when I go in and out of Chang'an, there will naturally be someone to cover me, so don't worry about it."

Qiu Xinggong lowered his head to eat the meat, his eyes were deep: "In this case, let's split into two groups here, and I will go north and cross the Wei River to the Youwuwei camp, while Duke Ying will enter Chang'an along the way."

Yuwen Shiji nodded: "It should be so."

After dinner, the soldiers packed up and it was already dark, so the two said goodbye by the side of the road.

Yuwen Shiji reminded: "Xue Wanche is stupid and cannot be judged by common sense. When you go to persuade him, you must pay attention to the method and method. You must not provoke him, otherwise the consequences will be disastrous."

Everyone in Guanzhong calls Fang Jun a "stick", because Fang Jun often acts recklessly and doesn't care about it, but if anyone says that Fang Jun is a "stick", it is Xue Wanche.This gentleman has a simple mind, acts more willfully, and is moody. It is difficult for ordinary people to figure out his thoughts, and naturally he is more and more unable to adapt to his acting style.

If Qiu Xinggong came to him and Xue Wanche arrested and beheaded him without saying a word, it would be a tragedy.

Xue Wanche can definitely do this kind of thing...

Qiu Xinggong said with a smile: "Duke Ying is at ease, let me take my leave."

"Farewell!"

The two groups parted here. Yuwen Shiji watched Qiu Xinggong lead the people on a wooden bridge and crossed the Guangtong Canal and went straight north until the other party's figure was hidden in the darkness. Then he turned and said to a soldier behind him: "Return immediately Tongguan, tell His Royal Highness King Jin that you must carefully screen out any news sent back by Qiu Xinggong, and if there is any uncertainty, we will discuss it after I return to Tongguan, and don't trust it lightly, so as not to delay the big event."

"Here!"

The soldier received the message, turned around immediately, and ran towards the way he came.

Yuwen Shi and his soldiers marched forward for about an hour, and they had already left the border of Xinfeng, near the foot of Lishan Mountain, on the edge of a village, a group of people who had been waiting here came forward, and a young man in front , dressed in a green shirt, with a face like a crown of jade, smiled and clasped his fists and said: "The younger generation has been waiting for a long time."

Yuwen Shiji had a smile on his face, but he could hardly hide the joy in his eyes, he strode forward, and said with a chuckle: "It's Nephew Jingren who came here, this old man is really overjoyed."

The young man was very respectful and bowed to the ground. After being pulled up by Yuwen Shiji, he bowed slightly, pointed to a carriage behind him, and said, "This place is not suitable for staying for a long time. Please wait for the carriage, Duke Ying, and come with me." Let's enter the city together."

Yuwen Shiji glanced at the emblem on the carriage, and said: "So, I am ashamed to accept it, please."

"Please!"

When Yuwenshi was waiting for the carriage, the young man turned over and jumped on his horse. More than [-] riders came out from the shadows. They were all regular troops with helmets and armour, and they all joined together and galloped towards Chang'an City not far away. go.

(End of this chapter)