Ming politicians

It was not that difficult for Qu Qingze to enter Beiping. Accompanied by more than a dozen people, they entered the capital smoothly through the help of Yinzi. Qu Qingze, who controls the intelligence network, has long known that bribery is common in Beiping. Many officials know that the Ming court is difficult to maintain, and I am afraid that it will soon be wiped out by the Jin court and the Jiangning camp. At this time, from the officials to the ordinary sergeants, all they think of is that they can find money. To accumulate some wealth at this time is also to seek a way out for the future. It doesn't matter if the dynasty changes, and it is really impossible to live without money.

The duty of guarding the city gate has become a vacancies for the lower-level sergeants. Through inspections and other means, they can always get some silver taels, especially during the period when the officials in the court and the central government fled the capital, the sergeants guarding the city gates can always get a lot of money. There is little management, and there is no one to hold them accountable afterwards.

Qu Qingze took out ten taels of silver, and the eyes of the soldiers guarding the city gate lit up. Although they knew that Qu Qingze in front of him and the dozen or so people who followed him must have unusual identities, but they couldn't control that. More, just accept the money and let it go.

After entering the capital, Qu Qingze and his party were very careful, not because they were afraid of the people in the government, but because they were afraid of the Black Death.

They chose the best inn, followed by Lang Zhong, who carefully inspected the inn room, carefully cleaned and disinfected it, and then Qu Qingze moved in.

The high-end restaurants and inns in the capital have already taken relevant precautions, and ordinary people cannot enter these places. Speaking of which, the Black Death that spread in the capital mainly took the lives of the bottom people. The expensive family can take out money to prevent it, even the letter Su Tiancheng wrote to Wang Chengen and Zhou Yanru.Some officials and wealthy households knew about the above content about how to resist the Black Death, and they strictly followed the requirements. Sure enough, the Black Death did not spread at home, and high-end inns and restaurants would naturally do the same.No matter how the business is, the shopkeeper must first save his own life.

After settling down, Qu Qingze immediately dispatched his followers to quickly contact Zhou Yanru, or directly find Zhou Yanru's housekeeper, Zhou Kang. You must know that Jiang Ning followed Qu Qingze into Beiping except for the two doctors. The most elite scout of the battalion.

When it was dark, the scouts returned to the inn.

The scouts contacted Zhou Kang, Zhou Yanru's housekeeper.Zhou Kang's consideration was very meticulous, and he asked the scout to wait in the inn, and he would come to the inn some time.The scouts also reported that in the capital, especially in the inner city, many people wear masks, and they don't speak at all when they meet, and it doesn't matter who they are.Therefore, the scouts were not noticed at all along the way.

The scouts also felt it. They had heard before that Jin Yiwei and Dongchang Fanzi in the capital were very powerful.But I didn't feel it in the capital today, it seems that there is no such atmosphere.

Hearing the scout's report, Qu Qingze immediately had an unusual understanding that the atmosphere in Beiping had changed, but this change had not yet been transmitted through the intelligence network.

An hour later the scout came back.Zhou Kang came to the inn.

Because of the tense situation in the capital, Zhou Yanru was very busy, and he only returned to the mansion at night every day, especially when the Jiangning camp was moving towards the capital, he had almost everything.It all fell on Zhou Yanru, but unfortunately, Zhou Yanru himself didn't have any hope.

Zhou Kang being able to come to the inn so quickly, on the one hand, it shows that Zhou Yanru has returned to the mansion, on the other hand, it also shows that Zhou Yanru has no objection to contacting the envoy sent by the Jin Dynasty.

After passing the scout's strict inspection, Zhou Kang entered the room where Qu Qingze lived.

Zhou Kang didn't know that it was Qu Qingze who entered the capital, he thought it was ordinary people who entered the capital.

After seeing Qu Qingze, Zhou Kang was greatly surprised. His original arrogant attitude immediately changed. He knew Qu Qingze's identity very well, and he also knew Qu Qingze's position in the Jin court. There is not much difference in the status in the court. It seems that the Jin court sent Qu Qingze, which shows that it attaches great importance to its master.

While Zhou Kang's attitude changed, he also felt a lot of comfort in his heart.

"The little one pays respects to Mr. Qu."

"Zhou Kang, don't be so polite. I came to the capital to discuss important matters with Mr. Zhou. To tell you the truth, the Jiangning camp is less than [-] miles away from Beiping, and we can prepare for the attack in half a day. I have also seen many situations in Beiping City. The Ming court has no ability to resist at all. The emperor is merciful. He doesn't want to fight each other, and he doesn't want blood to flow into rivers. People died of illness, so I came to Beiping, thinking about resolving these matters peacefully. However, I need to emphasize that time cannot be delayed. The Jiangning battalion has already arrived at the outskirts of Beiping City, but it cannot withstand a long time procrastination."

Zhou Kang nodded again and again.

"The little one is clear, the little one is clear, the little one will go back immediately, and there will be a resolution tonight."

Zhou Kang hardly said anything, and he didn't directly express any demands. After a simple greeting, he left immediately. Qu Qingze didn't keep him. He knew very well that Zhou Yanru might come in person in the middle of the night. Now that I have come to the capital, Zhou Yanru will definitely come.

When the time came, someone finally knocked on the door.

The person who came in was Zhou Yanru, and Qu Qingze didn't rest, just sat still.

It's just that a banquet has been prepared on the table, a hot pot is placed in the middle, and several very delicate side dishes are placed around.

"Master Zhou, I haven't seen you for a long time, please sit down."

"My lord Qu came to the capital in person. I really didn't expect it. Zhou Kang said it just now, and I was very surprised."

"It doesn't have to be like this. I'll accompany Mr. Zhou to have a good drink and talk about everything slowly."

After all, Zhou Yanru was the chief assistant of the Ming cabinet, so he still had a good manner, and soon relaxed.

The two started drinking and chatting about some gossip, but they didn't involve the real topic for the time being.

In the end, Zhou Yanru couldn't bear it anymore. He knew very well that the Jiangning Camp was very close to the capital. If an attack really launched, the capital would be unable to resist. The morale of the soldiers in the capital camp was so low that they had no intention of resisting. The Black Death is still spreading, and people are dying every day. The court can do nothing about it, and there is no more money to spend. Under such circumstances, the Jin court sent the prime minister Qu Qingze to enter the capital. Take this opportunity.

"My lord Qu, what is the purpose of coming to the capital? I am daring. The Jiangning Battalion has already approached the city and will launch an attack tomorrow or the day after tomorrow. Everything is waiting for the news of my lord. It also depends on my attitude. "

"Since Mr. Zhou understands, I don't need to say more. What to do depends on Mr. Zhou's decision. However, I would like to remind you kindly. If there is a real battle between soldiers and people are ruined, Mr. Zhou's crime will be serious. "

Zhou Yanru nodded. At this time, there was nothing to hide. He had already sent Zhou Kang to contact the Dajin court. Now they are asking him to do the corresponding things. He still thinks about saving face and losing the possibility. That's all, even if Qu Qingze is dedicated to the imperial court, it will not have any saving effect on the fall of the capital and the collapse of the Ming court. Under such circumstances, there is no need to think about what choice to make.

"I understand the meaning of Mr. Qu, so I ask Mr. Qu to explain clearly what I should do."

Qu Qingze nodded, unexpectedly, Zhou Yanru was so direct, without beating around the bush, and did not put forward any conditions. In fact, this is a smart person, and those who understand current affairs are outstanding.

Qu Qingze began to express the relevant requirements, that is, the Jiangning camp can enter the capital peacefully, including the outer city and the inner city. As for the imperial palace, there is no requirement, that was also proposed by the emperor, who asked Zhou Yanru to open the imperial palace. It's not so realistic, besides, the emperor doesn't want to make a mess in the palace.

Zhou Yanru breathed a sigh of relief. What he was most afraid of was asking him to open the palace, or bring people directly into the palace. Unexpectedly, Qu Qingze didn't make such a request at all. As for entering the outer city and the inner city, this It's not a big deal, the gates of the outer city are guarded by the sergeants of the Wucheng Bingmasi, and the guards of the inner city are the sergeants of the Jingying. Jin Yiwei was withdrawn two days ago, so the outer city gate and the inner city gate , are all under Zhou Yanru's control.

Another thing Zhou Yanru was relieved of was that Jiangning Battalion had strict military discipline. After entering the capital, they would never kill or loot. On the contrary, they would maintain the situation in the capital very well.

But Zhou Yanru also said that he remembers the emperor.

Seeing Zhou Yanru's puzzled expression, Qu Qingze spoke again.

"Your Majesty Zhou is worried about the Emperor of Ming Dynasty. Please rest assured about this. The Emperor has already said that this matter will be resolved in person. No one else needs to intervene. It is they who want to resist, the emperor will not kill easily."

After Qu Qingze said these words, Zhou Yanru stood up and saluted Qu Qingze.

"Your Majesty is merciful, Mr. Zhou will remember it in his heart. As the saying goes, eat the king's salary, worry about the king, and be loyal to the king. I have lost my control. I have no face to speak, but I still want to thank the emperor for his generosity. Please Don't worry, Mr. Qu, tomorrow, the army can directly enter the capital, and I will greet you personally at the gate of the inner city."

After Zhou Yanru left the inn, Qu Qingze had a smile on his face. He never expected that the negotiation would go so smoothly. In the blink of an eye, everything was settled. The Ming Dynasty, which lasted for hundreds of years, finally came to the brink of destruction , It's sad and deplorable, but in the face of the powerful Jin Dynasty, the Ming Dynasty has nothing to fight back. (To be continued..)