Zhurou

Chapter 193

Regardless of how the common people argued or expressed their views, one day later, when the rituals and music were played outside the city, the flags cleared the way, and countless guards of honor sent several carriages into the palace.

The carriage was not open on all sides like Zhao Mingzhi entered the city before, only the two windows were facing each other, exposing the portrait standing firmly inside, even if it was far away and could not be seen clearly, the portrait could be recognized by the person wearing it Identity - it is the crown of the emperor.

When the guard of honor entered the city, the people of the city gathered to watch, although there was not much noise and discussion, but after everyone watched the chariots enter the palace, the atmosphere in the city changed significantly, and even the rising food prices gradually stabilized .

After getting the reply letter from the Secretary of the Imperial City, seeing that the left and right palace servants, Huang Men, looked relieved, Zhao Mingzhi didn't show it on the face, but he couldn't relax in his heart.

She knew very well that what happened today could only be appeased, once there was another news from the north, it would not be able to be appeased by one or two imperial figures.

After receiving the carriage from Caizhou, Zhao Mingzhi ordered the palace servants to move out of the palace for temporary storage, and arranged a huge battle to welcome him. In addition, he also asked Lu Xianzhang to make more urgings and asked the yamen to speed up and move the city gate, The city walls, trenches, etc. should be repaired according to the city defense.

This time it was not as easy as before.

Zhao Mingzhi also led the people to do it himself, but he could clearly feel the hesitation in the eyes of the surrounding people looking at him. Everyone was not working as hard as they used to, especially during the break, when the peasants gathered together to talk, although they couldn't hear it. Words, but people can detect panic.

This afternoon, when it was time for the handover, Zhao Mingzhi went down the steps from the south wall of the city. Before he could stand still, he saw a person walking towards him in a hurry.

The other party was travel-laden, and when he saw Zhao Mingzhi, he looked around first, and saw someone in the distance, clearly at a distance of three or four zhang, and whispered: "Your Highness, the Yintai Secretary has received a reply, please return to the palace as soon as possible."

He said again: "Lv Canzheng and Song prepare two people, and there is another urgent replacement from the north, who is also waiting in the outer court at this time."

He clenched his hands into fists, hanging on his sides, swallowing saliva non-stop. Although his feet were standing, they moved from time to time, obviously very anxious.

Hearing that Lu Xianzhang and Song Jingren were both there, and seeing how nervous the Huang family was, Zhao Mingzhi also had a guess.

She responded, and nodded first to signal to the people beside her, but her face remained calm, and she got into the carriage as usual.

As soon as he returned to the inner court, someone came to report immediately.

Zhao Mingzhi also didn't have time to change clothes, first announced Lu and Song into the hall, and then asked people to watch their seats.

The two of them did not sit down, Song Jingren took a step forward, cupped his hands and said: "In order to let His Highness know, there are letters from Huazhou, Guangji Army, and Yingtianfu, each of which found Di Bing's trace, although the thief is secretive, But it's not like an ordinary temptation, it's like a vanguard outpost..."

Although Zhao Mingzhi was sitting upright, he unconsciously held the handle on the side of the top chair.

Song Jingren's expression became more solemn, and he said: "The three places are not far from the capital, especially Huazhou. It only takes two days of rapid march to be able to reach the city. This time it is indeed a vanguard scouting post. Maybe it will become a vanguard in the future. Then there will be a large army of Di soldiers. ... At that time, we will have to flee, but it may not be possible."

Zhao Mingzhi looked up at him with his head bowed, and asked, "With Song's intention, what will happen?"

Song Jingren hurriedly said: "Your Highness, you should make some preparations and move south at any time..."

Zhao Mingzhi said: "Once the news spreads, what will the government do if they are fooled? What will the city defense army think? Who will guard the city again?"

"You should be cautious." Song Jingren lowered his voice, "This matter should not be publicized..."

He wanted to say more, but Zhao Mingzhi shook his head and said, "How do the people in the city think of my surname Zhao?"

He said again: "My family's people, Jiangshan, I just ignore them, but abandon them and run away. In the future, who..."

Before she finished speaking, Song Jingren turned to look at Lu Xianzhang with an anxious expression on his face.

Lu Xianzhang stepped forward and said: "Your Highness's words are too strong."

His face was no more anxious than Song Jingren's, he only put on a debating appearance, and said: "Princess is naturally noble, but compared to the emperor, it is not the same, especially her highness has always acted in the capital, and all the people in the city respect him, who would like to see her?" His Highness fell into the hands of thieves? Even though he has gone south, once he leaves, I will comfort him a little bit. I think there will be little disadvantage..."

"Who wants to see himself fall into the hands of thieves?"

Zhao Mingzhi interrupted.

Lu Xianzhang wanted to persuade him again, but Zhao Mingzhi stopped him and said, "There is no need to talk about participating in politics."

He said again: "I already know what you two mean, but the situation in the north is only speculation at this moment, and there is no conclusion yet..."

Lu Xianzhang immediately said: "Actually, it's not just for conjecture. The day before yesterday, my minister had sent a probe sentry to the north and east, and got rewarded in the morning. There is indeed a large army moving in the north. It seems to be divided into two sides, one is facing the southwest, and the other is going straight to the south. , to attack in the direction of Caizhou."

He also said: "Looking at the distribution of Di soldiers at this moment, there are nine out of ten plans for the government to transfer the tiger away from the mountain. Although there are outposts rushing towards the capital, they actually mean Caizhou. , all to defend His Majesty"

"Currently there are not enough soldiers and horses in the city. After all, Caizhou has a long way to go, and there are soldiers and horses from the Imperial Army guarding around." He continued, "His Highness stays in the capital, although it can boost morale, but everyone is afraid that there will be mistakes. Caizhou, only the soldiers and civilians in Beijing can be calm and relaxed..."

Zhao Mingzhi didn't answer, but turned to look at Song Jingren, and asked, "Is Song Bei thinking the same way?"

Song Jingren raised his head and was about to agree, when he saw Zhao Mingzhi looking at him, his expression was obviously calm, but for some reason, it made it difficult for him to speak, he paused for a while, and then said after a while: "Your Highness, don't worry, go south, Di Bing will go to the south with all his heart." Caizhou has no plans for the capital, since Lu Canzheng is in charge, there are officers and soldiers stationed in the city, and Pei Jiedu is at the front, even if Di Bandit really has a team coming, they can hold off one or two and wait for reinforcements."

"Just like what you said, if His Royal Highness stays here, we will not know what to do with our hands and feet..."

Zhao Mingzhi didn't wait for him to finish speaking, moved his body forward slightly, and asked: "I met Song Bei halfway that day, if I couldn't face to face, I was ready to agree in my heart, but I don't know if the soldiers of the first army will agree to enter the capital together. ?”

Song Jingren was originally clumsy with words, and his reaction was also slow. At this moment, he turned around in his mind before he realized: "It's not that easy..."

He just spoke, and it took him a long time to realize that something was wrong, and he knew he was aphasia, but he had no choice but to turn around and look back at Lu Xianzhang.

The latter's brows were full of worry, and he said: "Your Highness, we are going south now, and we still have time, if there is any further delay..."

Zhao Mingzhi said: "Since I came that day, I won't leave today."

He also said: "The news from the north that we got today will spread all over the city in a few days. Regardless of other things, let people go to Caizhou first to urge the statue of His Royal Highness to come."

(End of this chapter)