The Red Mansion Big Liar.

Chapter 775: Reaping the Fruits of Victory
There is no wall that is impenetrable, let alone something that can change the world.

Although Zhang Yun逸 controlled the capital and the imperial palace, even though he could use the emperor to control the princes and even force the court officials to recognize him as emperor, he could not stop someone from rising up in rebellion under the banner of serving the king or suppressing rebellion.

Although he took control of the guards of the capital and the imperial palace at lightning speed, it also had its pros and cons.

He had few troops he could trust, and although he managed to control the capital, if an external enemy invaded, the internal situation would inevitably become unstable.

These soldiers who followed him entrusted their lives to him. If it was for the purpose of defending their country, it could be said that casualties were inevitable.

But I can't let them follow me and take unnecessary risks.

In addition, he chose this method out of consideration for these soldiers.

After all, even if these soldiers were willing to follow him and leave their homes.

But what about their families?
Politics has always been a game of uniting the majority.

This time, he not only seized the righteousness, but also took the opportunity to establish his personal prestige. As long as he goes with the flow and seizes the initiative, there will be plenty of time to subtly influence and stabilize the situation in the future.

In order to prevent everyone from feeling insecure, he did not even say a word to Chai Hong, who had previously sung a different tune in the court.

Of course, we should try to win over those who can be won over, but we still need to act decisively against those who cannot be won over.

After all, there is no such thing as a bloodless coup...

No, there are.

However, the shallower the pond, the more turtles there are; the smaller the temple, the more evil spirits there are.

It's not uncommon for anything to happen in Korea.

I have strayed off topic, let’s get back to the point…

Therefore, even though he had no personal grudge against Xia Shouzhong and Lu Bing, and even had some friendship with them, Zhang Yun逸 would not show mercy when it came time to take action.

The order to execute Lu Bing on the spot had already been issued.

Sending Gu Dashou, Qiu Duo, King Zhongshun and Zhou Xianzu to arrest people together was just a cover.

At the same time, it also ties them more tightly to their own ship.

As long as most people in the palace today can speak with one voice, the outcome will be settled.

……

As I walked out of the side hall, I saw Zhou Xiangui coming towards me with a fawning look on his face.

"Wei Guogong..."

Zhang Yunyi glanced at him and saw that he had changed his clothes. He kept his distance and asked calmly, "Are you ready?"

"According to the Duke's instructions, everything is ready and has been carried outside!"

"Let's go then!"

Of course, Zhang Yun逸 left the side hall not simply to avoid suspicion.

He knew very well that he was able to capture the palace in one fell swoop and stabilize the situation within more than an hour after entering the palace, not only relying on the imperial edict and his own righteousness.

The most important thing is the soldiers who are armed with guns and have risked their lives.

If the emperor does not have the threat of military force, even his power may not be effective, let alone holding the so-called imperial edict.

Although, whether it was the soldiers of the armored fleet or the railway guards, the food was always the best and they also had dinner early.

But now, it was nearly five o'clock in the morning. The soldiers had traveled a long distance, braved the cold wind, and launched a surprise attack late at night, so they must be hungry.

What's more, we have to continue to stand guard.

Therefore, he asked Zhou Xiangui to make arrangements in advance so that the soldiers could have a hot meal.

Bringing Zhou Xiangui and the hot meat porridge, he came to Chengtian Gate.

Zhang Yunyi bowed deeply to all the soldiers and said, "Thank you all brothers for trusting me and entrusting your lives to me. Follow me into the palace to carry out His Majesty's will..."

Zhang Yun逸 motioned Zhou Xiangui to distribute the meat porridge to the soldiers, and said, "Brothers, you still have duties to perform. Although you cannot drink, I will remember the hard work of the soldiers. I have asked the imperial kitchen to prepare some meat porridge. Brothers, come in batches to warm up your bodies."

After the soldiers had eaten the hot porridge in batches, Zhang Yunyi said again: "Just now, I reached a consensus with you gentlemen that the navy cannot be disbanded, and it needs to be expanded."

Upon hearing this, the soldiers cheered loudly. Zhang Yunyi raised his hand to signal and continued, "Also, although the overall situation has been initially settled, in order to prevent scoundrels from causing chaos, we still have to rely on our brothers to take on the responsibilities of the imperial guards first.

Your loyalty to Daxia is beyond doubt, so when the situation stabilizes, we should give you more responsibilities. Considering that many of you have parents and family members in the capital, if you want to stay in the Imperial Guards or the capital, you can speak freely..."

The hot porridge and Zhang Yun逸's words warmed the hearts and minds of the soldiers present.

Zhang Yun逸 ordered the arrangements for the shifts, and inquired about the news coming from various gates in the capital. Then he rushed to the other gates and repeated the same words.

After going around the circle, he headed straight for Fengzao Palace.

After pacifying the ministers and stabilizing the military's morale, the coup was now a done deal and it was time for him to reap the fruits of victory.

...Inside Fengzao Palace.

Zhang Yunyi stepped into the hall, bowed slightly to Empress Zhou, who was dressed in plain clothes, and said with a double meaning, "I am sorry that I am late and frightened Your Majesty!"

Because before in the Yangxin Palace, Zhang Yun逸 had said that he wanted to come and apologize in person, and his future was uncertain.

Therefore, even though Zhou Xianzu vowed and Zhang Yun逸 had made a promise, Queen Zhou did not dare to rest in peace.

However, before entering the palace, all the palace servants were stopped outside, and she didn't even have anyone to accompany her. She could only sit alone on the chair, feeling terrified.

To be pretty, one must wear mourning clothes. Empress Zhou's plain white dress, coupled with her voluptuous figure, the dignified temperament of a mother of the country, and the uneasiness on her face, made people imagine more.

Queen Zhou obviously didn't understand the deep meaning of his words. She didn't dare to be arrogant. She jumped up from her chair and said in a trembling voice: "Wei... Duke Wei, please stop being polite!"

After witnessing Zhang Yun逸 kill Xia Shouzhong on the spot, Queen Zhou couldn't help but worry that he would suddenly attack and hurt someone.

Seeing that Zhang Yunyi's attitude was quite respectful, she couldn't help feeling flattered.

After all, at this moment Zhang Yun逸 not only holds the fatal edict, but also controls the entire palace. His attitude also reveals his own fate.

However, she was still a little worried and asked, "I wonder how the previous discussion went?"

Zhang Yunyi was attracted by her sudden stand up and the jump she made.

Hearing this, he slowly raised his gaze and met Queen Zhou's doubtful eyes, and said, "Something went wrong!"

"Ah!~" Queen Zhou felt dizzy and moaned softly, her body unable to help but shake.

Zhang Yunyi took a step forward, quickly stretched out his hands, put his left hand on Empress Zhou's deeply concave lower back, and pulled her forward, pressing her soft body against him.

At the same time, his right hand held the helpless hand of Queen Zhou on the same side.

While rubbing his palms, he said: "Your Majesty's hands are so cold, let me warm them for you..."

This sudden action frightened Queen Zhou so much that she turned pale and began to feel uneasy and embarrassed.

"you you……"

However, the more daring Zhang Yunyi became, the more bad thoughts she had, and her struggle became almost non-existent.

Sensing Empress Zhou's weakness, Zhang Yunyi pressed her soft body closer to him while rubbing her tender jade fingers. He said, "Brother Zhou is too careless. He didn't know how to conceal his handwriting. He was recognized and accused of forging the imperial edict."

After hearing this, Empress Zhou felt as if her eyes went dark. She still had a glimmer of hope and said in a trembling voice, "Then...the will of Duke Wei..."

"Brother Zhou must have told the queen that the edict was given to me by the Wu family, so it was impossible to keep it secret..."

Upon hearing this, Queen Zhou felt her limbs go weak. Her body, which had been barely supported by Zhang Yunyi's embrace, now collapsed like mud.

He murmured to himself: "You...you promised..."

Having said this, Queen Zhou was startled suddenly, as if she had grabbed a life-saving straw. With her free hand, she tightly wrapped her arms around Zhang Yunyi's back, barely stabilizing the downward trend.

"As long as Duke Wei helps my brother and I get through this difficult time, I will...I will repay the Duke's kindness even if I have to work like a slave."

Although the imperial edict was leaked and the forged edict was discovered, the imperial palace is now under the control of Zhang Yun逸.

As long as he is willing to help, there is a chance of turning the situation around.

The only thing she can rely on now is her body, and judging from Zhang Yunyi's performance, it seems that she is not completely without a chance.

Zhang Yunyi thought to himself, as expected, those who can make a name for themselves in the palace are all easy to deal with.

Feeling the Queen Zhou's deliberate flattery, he said, "Don't panic, Your Majesty! Since I promised Brother Zhou, I will naturally keep my word..."

Queen Zhou was a little bit unbelievable and said: "Really...really?"

"Of course, Zhang is as ruthless as a spit..."

He recounted the arrangements in front of the palace, and then said sanctimoniously: "I am not a person who seeks to repay favors. I have already reached an agreement with all the adults... It's just that Brother Zhou's work is crude and there are some differences from the original... We have to wait and see the results. I hope Your Majesty will understand..."

At this point, he changed the subject and said, "However, it is hard to refuse the kindness of the queen. As the saying goes, a drop of water should be repaid with a spring. In order to protect the queen's position and prevent mother and son from being separated, I will not hesitate to disobey the will of the majesty. I wonder how the queen will repay you?"

Even though he knew that Zhang Yun逸 was wielding a gun and a stick, speaking threateningly, and taking advantage of others' misfortune.

But Zhang Yun逸 only threatened verbally, while Queen Zhou, in order to protect herself, took action.

What's more, the question of waiting and seeing the consequences hanging over our heads also has profound meaning.

However, Queen Zhou was, after all, the queen who ruled the country, and being treated like a slave was already her limit.

At this moment, facing Zhang Yunyi's undisguised request for compensation, she could not say anything as flattering as Concubine Wu.

I could only silently close my plump long legs.

Feeling Queen Zhou's full and omnipresent sincerity, how could Zhang Yunyi hold back?
He leaned against the tall figure in front of Queen Zhou and slowly laid her down on the chair behind him. Then, he picked up her two plump long legs that fit perfectly together and arranged them at 90 degrees with her body that was sunken in the chair. Then he began to explore up and down freely.

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(End of this chapter)