Red Mansion: Bastards rule the roost

Jia Cong led his troops through the Huangji Gate, Ningshou Gate, and Yangxing Gate, passed through the Yangxing Hall, and approached the Leshou Hall where the Supreme Emperor spent his old age.

Just as Lei Tai cut off the head of the Tianchen Guards general with one sword, he saw Xia Shouzhong coming out of the Leshou Hall tremblingly, "passing the decree" and saying: "The Supreme Emperor has a decree, and Marquis Huan has made great achievements in quelling the rebellion and rescuing the emperor, so he is summoned to see him."

The remnants of the Tianchen Guards breathed a sigh of relief and retreated, looking at Jia Cong in fear.

Jia Cong smiled disdainfully at the Emperor's attempt to preserve his dignity and refused to shed tears until he saw the coffin.

Yin said calmly: "The rest of the Tianchen Guards, quickly put down their weapons and wait for His Majesty's instructions."

All the Tianchen Guard officers looked at Xia Shouzhong.

Xia Shouzhong's face turned pale and he said: "The Supreme Emperor has an edict. It is difficult to distinguish between ourselves and the enemy at this moment. Do not use weapons rashly to avoid accidental injury. Let the Emperor make judgments about right and wrong, loyalty and treachery."

When all the soldiers heard this, their hearts were cold and they couldn't laugh or cry. Ninety percent of our Tianchen Guards were dead, and the commander was also killed. Why should we be afraid of accidental injuries?
Knowing that he would die if he continued to fight, he had no choice but to throw down his weapons and be taken away by the "King's Master" from the Beijing camp.

Jia Cong smiled coldly, led Lei Tai, Zhang Yuanba and others, and led two groups of sergeants into Leshou Hall.

Xia Shouzhong hurriedly smiled and persuaded: "Huan Hou, the Supreme Emperor is fine. There are only a few princes and ministers inside, and there are no rebels. There is no need to lead troops in."

Jia Cong didn't even look at him, waved his hand and said: "Take down this eunuch."

"Huan Hou, you..." Xia Shouzhong was horrified. He didn't expect Jia Cong to be so decisive and unreasonable.

Two Ti horses had already come up, took out rags and stuffed his mouth and took him away.

"Master Marquis, it's okay." Zhang Yuanba was afraid of an ambush, so he went in first with a sledgehammer to take a look, and then came back and said.

Jia Cong nodded, led his men straight in, glanced at everyone in the hall, bowed and said: "Tonight Tu Fei and other rebels rebelled and attacked the palace. I came to rescue them according to the order. The Supreme Emperor was frightened."

The Supreme Emperor had regained some composure at this moment, nodded and said: "The young hero Huan Hou is unparalleled in loyalty and bravery, I am very relieved.

Tu Fei and others were so courageous that they tricked the princes and ministers into the palace and held me hostage here. If Jia Aiqing and others were not clever and brave, the country would be in danger. "

"Yes, yes, what the Supreme Emperor said is absolutely true. Tu Fei is a dog thief. His crimes are so heinous that it is difficult to describe them. He deserves to be punished by all the nine tribes!"

"Thank you very much, Marquis Huan, for your rescue. I will definitely repay you generously."

"Marquis Huan has made extraordinary achievements this time, and I'm afraid he will be promoted to a higher position. I would like to congratulate you in advance. I will be rewarded for being saved by the Marquis." Shi Zhize said with a smile, cupping his hands and saying, Desperately grasping at the last straw.

Jia Cong smiled faintly and said: "Xia Shouzhong colluded with the traitors to kidnap the Supreme Emperor, and they have been captured by me. You are helping the enemy, do you still want to get away with it?"

"What? Huan Hou, you can't say this nonsense. We have no soldiers and no power. How can we help Zhou?"

"Yes, Marquis Huan, we were coerced and imprisoned here by Tu Fei and others, how could we still become criminals?"

"I am very loyal and sincere, and I hope that the Marquis will take notice."

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Everyone was talking and hurriedly defending themselves.

Jia Cong was not talking nonsense with them. With a wave of his hand, Zi Youti rode up and escorted everyone away.

"You have been offended. If you have anything to say, go to the prison and say it. If I have wronged you, I will apologize in the future."

Jia Cong looked at the lonely and shaky Emperor, who was sitting in the dragon chair, and said, "Come here, the Emperor is frightened. Please wait for the Emperor to rest."

"I obey." The four eunuchs sent by Dai Quan hurriedly "helped" the Supreme Emperor back to the inner chamber.

Lei Tai was ordered to leave hundreds of people to guard him, and Jia Cong led his troops back to Qianqing Palace.

"Your Majesty, fortunately, I have fulfilled my duty, eradicated the rebellion in Ningshou Palace, and rescued the Supreme Emperor. A group of criminals are now in custody. In addition, the Supreme Emperor seems to have been frightened by the rebels and is not in good spirits."

Jia Cong deliberately left a message to Emperor Xifeng. If he intended to cause the death of the Supreme Emperor, he could just take advantage of the situation and blame it on Tu Fei and others. If he wanted to keep him alive, he could just send an imperial doctor to "rescue" him.

Emperor Xifeng said angrily: "These thieves dare to hold the Holy Emperor hostage. Cramping and peeling off his skin is not enough to relieve my hatred! Imperial doctor, please go to Ningshou Palace to diagnose and treat the Supreme Emperor. The Queen Mother has just passed away. Make sure that the Holy Emperor is safe."

"Yes." The two imperial doctors hurriedly carried the medicine boxes and left.

At this time, Jia Cong had time to raise his eyes and saw Guanyang Marquis Li Meng standing under the imperial steps with his hands solemnly raised. He was shocked, why is he here? Isn't he in the same group as Tu Fei? Could it be that he is from today?

Emperor Xifeng saw Jia Cong's eyes changed, and said, "If Li Aiqing hadn't discovered the traitor's plot and reported it in time, I would have been buried in the wilderness.

Even so, it is still dangerous. Both of you have worked hard and achieved great results. Now that the rebellion has finally subsided, you must put aside the past grudges and work together to stabilize the country. "

"Yes! I have no past grudges with Marquis Guanyang. They are both serving the imperial court and His Majesty. We should work hand in hand and work together. How dare we have selfish thoughts." Jia Cong bowed.

Niu Jizong and others on the side twitched their lips. Huan Houguo was a very human being. He killed someone else's son with his own hands, and he could confidently say in front of someone that he had no previous grudges.

Li Meng's expression did not change, he was obviously prepared, and he bowed and said: "Back to the emperor, what Huanhou said is that I have no personal grudges against Huanhou. At this time of great changes, we should work together, share the same hatred, and swear to the death for The Emperor serves."

Emperor Xifeng smiled and nodded and said, "I am very pleased that my two beloved ministers have such a public spirit. Marquis Huan, how is the situation now?"

Jia Cong looked at Niu Jizong, who hurriedly said: "Just now, Hou Xiaokang, Jiang Zining, Xie Jing, Qi Jianhui and others have sent people to report back. The rebels from all the palaces in the imperial city surrendered after seeing the heads of Tu Fei and others. At present, the four rebels have surrendered." The Daohuang City Gate and the four Forbidden Palace Gates are all guarded by us."

Jia Cong said: "Your Majesty, there are still many rebels in the inner city who don't know that the situation is over, and they are still looting and burning Zhongliang's mansions.

I request you to lead the Jinyi Guards and six thousand troops to surrender and leave the palace to quell the chaos. The palace asked all nobles to guard it. "

Emperor Xifeng said: "Good. Go quickly to quell the chaos. I'll take care of all your worries first. Whoever you want to take with you can do it as you please."

"Thank you, Your Majesty for your grace." Everyone was very moved and hurriedly bowed down.

Jia Cong said: "I would like to appoint some generals to accompany me to quell the rebellion. Jinxiang Bo Han Yi, Chang'an Bo Chen Ke, Linchuan Bo Weiyi and all the princes will follow me to fight against the thieves!"

"The general has the order!" Everyone said in unison, cupping their hands.

"Your Majesty, General Shenwu is dying. I would like to see Marquis Huan to explain his affairs." A eunuch hurried in and reported.

Emperor Xifeng sighed: "Marquis Huan, go tell Feng Qing and ask him to rest assured. I will live up to his loyalty and courage."

"According to the order." Jia Cong agreed and hurried to the side hall of Qianqing Palace with the eunuch.

Seeing Feng Tang lying on a small couch, his face was as white as paper, his breath was like a gossamer, white bandages were wrapped around his chest and abdomen, and blood was faintly oozing out. The imperial doctor next to him was helpless and just shook his head and sighed.

Feng Ziying knelt in front of the couch, her eyes were red and her face was filled with tears. She suppressed her sorrow and said: "Huan Hou..."

Jia Cong waved his hand and said, "Shibo..."

Feng Ziying wiped her tears and shook her head.

Jia Cong went over to sit by the couch, held Feng Tang's hand, and called: "Shibo, Shibo, Jia Cong is here." Feng Tang opened his eyes slightly, and saw Jia Cong barely showing a smile, saying softly Said: "Master Hou, Old Feng, I...can't make it. Fortunately, you are here. We...finally won...the fight."

Jia Cong didn't pretend to be childish, nor did he offer false words of comfort. He just held his hand tightly and said in a deep voice: "Shibo, you have been kind to me. If you have any unfinished business, it doesn't matter. Cong will do his best." It can and must be done.”

At that time, Feng Tang specially arranged for Wang Jin, a spear and stick instructor, to teach him martial arts, which made Jia Cong what he is today, so Jia Cong treated him differently.

Feng Tang smiled happily: "Old Feng is very lucky to get to know Huan Hou...."

As he spoke, he looked at Feng Ziying who was kneeling beside him and said: "I only have this ineffective... Quanzi, I just ask the Marquis... to remember the past relationship and take care of him more..."

Jia Cong said hurriedly: "Don't worry, Shibo. Ziying and I are brothers. We should share blessings and share difficulties in the future."

"With the words of Lord Marquis... I will let go..." Feng Tang didn't finish his words, and passed away as soon as his hand was loosened.

"Daddy!" Feng Ziying cried.

Jia Cong observed a moment of silence and led the crowd out. He saw Feng Ziying and Wei Yi with red eyes and sad expressions.

Because he said: "My condolences to Brother Wei Shibo and Feng Shibo. This bowl of rice is what we and your nobles eat. We can die on the battlefield and serve our country loyally. We deserve to die. I hope that Brother Feng Shibo and Ruolan are alive in heaven and see us." When you're done, you should smile.

After this battle, Your Majesty will have his own reward, which can also comfort the heroic spirits. "

"What Marquis Huan said is true." The two suppressed their grief, cupped their hands, and said in a deep voice.

"Stop talking nonsense, generals, listen to your orders!" Jia Cong shouted.

"The general is here!" everyone said in unison.

"Han Yi, Chen Ke, and Wei Yi each led 2,000 men, divided into three groups: left, middle and right. They cooperated with the infantry to command the Yamen and the Five Cities Military and Horse Division to quickly put down the rebellion and protect each family's mansion.

If there is a danger, use fireworks to send a message, and Lei Tai, Kongxing, and Jie Hui will lead Tiqi to support everywhere, and there must be no mistake! "Jia Cong said.

"The general has the order!" Everyone took the order and separated.

Now that the defeat of the bandit army has been determined, there is nothing to worry about.

Jia Cong returned home like an arrow, and rushed back to Ningrong Street with his soldiers. He vaguely saw many guards in golden clothes guarding the door of the mansion. He felt a little uneasy and hurriedly flew over.

"Who's riding the horse? Don't stop!" Someone shouted from the front.

"It's me!" Jia Cong said.

"I'm sorry to see you, sir!" Two thousand households, Jing Shen and Xi Ying, rushed to greet him.

Seeing the thousands of Tiqi households in the north and south in front of him, and the corpses on the ground, Jia Cong took a deep breath and calmed down.

He slowly asked: "In my home..." He didn't dare to continue speaking in the middle of the sentence, for fear of hearing the news that the world would collapse.

"Don't worry, sir. Your Highness the Princess, the old lady and all the ladies and girls are all fine." Jing Shen was very discerning and said hurriedly.

Xi Ying was afraid that he would take the credit away from him, so he hurriedly said: "Don't worry, sir. I'll keep you here at this lowly position and have wiped out all the invading thieves."

He was very shrewd and changed the order of things, as if he had been here for a long time, instead of taking advantage later.

Jia Cong breathed a sigh of relief and couldn't help but feel ecstatic. He was even happier than becoming the emperor. He said: "Okay, okay! I count it as your first achievement, and I will reward you heavily! Where is Mr. Pang?"

Jing and Xi were overjoyed and hurriedly prostrated themselves: "This is the responsibility of one's humble position. We dare not take credit. Mr. Pang was reading in the study and was unscathed."

Jia Cong turned over and dismounted, laughed and said: "Okay! I have clear rewards and punishments, no need to say more." After saying that, he ran in.

"Old Jing, you are still a thief. You know how to defend the admiral's mansion, and you can easily get a lot of credit." Xi Ying saw Jia Cong and others entering, and laughed in a low voice.

Jing Shen said in a low voice: "It goes without saying that if we eat this bowl of rice regardless of the importance, we might as well go home and take care of the children. What does it have to do with us if something happens to someone else's family?

Naturally, the most important thing is to save the Admiral's family first. But you are also very smart. If you slightly reverse the same sentence, our contribution will be much greater. "

"Hey, prizes, prizes, and a smile."

"Ruyi! Baochai! Qi'er! Qingwen!" Jia Cong strode and shouted all the way.

Seeing Liu Xianglian leading someone to sit in the town hall, he nodded slightly, waved, and rushed into the inner room without stopping.

"Brother Cong is back!" The girls' hearts dropped and they came out with tears in their eyes.

Jia Cong hurriedly raised his eyes and glanced, and sure enough, he was completely relieved. Tenderness surged in his heart, mixed with a bit of guilt and fear. He was excited, his eyes were slightly red, and he almost shed tears.

Baochai wiped the corners of his eyes and said with a smile: "It's good to come back safely. Don't stand around. Let's go into the house and talk."

Jia Cong took a deep breath to calm down. Suddenly he saw two beautiful figures beside him. His heart tightened and he laughed dryly: "Siniang, Qiu Wei, why are you here?"

"I've met Mr. Marquis." The two women greeted each other politely, as if we didn't know each other very well.

Ruyi glared at him and snorted coldly: "If Yang Fangfeng and Miss Bai hadn't arrived in time, we would have died a long time ago by the time you came back."

When Jia Cong saw the blood on the ground in the yard, his heart tightened. The rebels had actually fought here. You can imagine how critical the situation was at that time, so he hurriedly asked: "Are you okay? Are you injured?"

Ruyi turned away and ignored him.

Daiyu smiled and said: "Only Lingsu was slightly injured, we are all fine."

Seeing Jia Cong looking over, Cheng Lingsu hurriedly said: "Master, don't worry, it's just a minor skin injury, not worth mentioning."

"Thank you for your hard work." Jia Cong nodded towards her and took Ruyi's hand again.

Ruyi's face turned red and she rolled her eyes at him. She tried to break away but was held tightly, so she had to let him go, feeling a little more comfortable in her heart.

"Come on, let's go in and talk." Jia Cong smiled and took Ruyi into the inner hall.

"Old lady, it's okay. Just don't worry." Jia Cong first greeted Jia Mu.

Jia Mu was in shock and said in a trembling voice: "Is everything okay?"

"Don't worry," Jia Cong said, giving Ruyi an arrogant look.

"I rushed into the palace and found out that the traitors had rebelled, so I led my men to fight all the way in and rescued His Majesty and the Queen in Qianqing Palace. Yan'er, how can you reward me for such an incredible feat?"

"Bah, the civil servants died and the military officers fought to the death. They served the country with loyalty and served their duty. However, they came to ask for rewards from me, so as not to lose face." Ruyi spat at him with a smile, and the gloom in her heart disappeared.

All the girls laughed. (End of chapter)