The evil forces roaming the heavens

Chapter 1674 If unofficial history isn't unofficial, how can it be called unofficial history!
Yizhou, Dongning Prefecture

The victorious fleet docked, surrounded by cheering crowds.
Just as Jiang Sheng had the chests full of silver unloaded, Zheng Keshuang, who had come to greet him, was also completely astonished.
Because the events described in the letter were true, Jiang Sheng not only forced the Satsuma Domain to submit, but also caused them to lose a fortune in gold coins!

You should know that before deciding to go to war, the Yanping Prince's Mansion had thought about it for a long time, wondering if the Satsuma Domain would resist to the end. But now it seems that they were overthinking it. They should have beaten up the Satsuma Domain a long time ago!
"Jiang Sheng greets the young prince!"

Jiang Sheng, who had stepped forward, bowed to Zheng Keshuang.

"Thank you for your hard work, General!"

With a broad smile, Zheng Keshuang looked at Jiang Sheng and quickly stepped forward to help him up.

Looking at Zheng Keshuang, Zhang Cheng couldn't help but scrutinize him, because this man didn't seem as "outrageous" as the one in "The Deer and the Cauldron"!

"May I ask, General, who is this gentleman?"

Looking at Zhang Cheng beside him, Zheng Keshuang was surprised.

"Young Prince, this is Zhang Cheng, Zhang Xinzhi! He is also the one who made the greatest contribution in this attack on the Satsuma Domain!"

While explaining to Zheng Keshuang, Jiang Sheng recounted Zhang Cheng's terrifying "achievements"!
Upon hearing Jiang Sheng's words, Zheng Keshuang immediately cupped his hands and said, "The young general is so capable; it is truly a blessing for the Zheng family!"

"Your Highness is too kind. I have received a great favor from the Prince of Yanping's Mansion and will surely serve the Zheng family to the death!"

When Zhang Cheng spoke to Zheng Keshuang, his face was full of respect.

Because his parents and he himself had all received kindness from the Zheng family, Zhang Cheng would never do anything to harm the Yanping Prince's Mansion unless the Zheng family abandoned him!
Even if it were to conquer the world, Zhang Cheng would do his utmost, but who would sit on the throne was anyone's guess! After all, it's cold in winter, so it's understandable that he would wear an extra layer of clothing.
Zheng Keshuang: You're actually a pretty nice person!

"My father has been waiting for a long time. Please, General Jiang, let him in!"

Zheng Keshuang politely addressed Jiang Sheng and walked ahead.

However, upon seeing this scene, Zhang Cheng froze on the spot, his head buzzing.

According to official history, shouldn't Zheng Jing have died? Currently, Zheng Kezang is in charge of the Yanping Prince's Mansion, but Feng Xifan, in conjunction with other members of the Zheng clan, deposed him, and Zheng was eventually hanged by Feng Xifan.
"So? I've entered the world of unofficial history?"

With a hint of doubt in his mind, Zhang Cheng stroked his chin and said, "So, does that mean Hong Chengchou and Dayuer also had a relationship back then? Kang Mazi was actually Hong Chengchou's son, and Dorgon was implicated in both."

"Holy crap, so he and Sha Zhu really are brothers?"

Just as Zhang Cheng's thoughts were racing, his eyes widened and he exclaimed, "This is absolutely outrageous! But it's really interesting. I have to find someone to write a book about it and pass it down!"

What were you rambling on about just now?

Looking at Zhang Cheng with curiosity, Han Meng turned his head and asked with a face full of doubt.
"Let me tell you, I've heard a piece of unofficial history!"

As Zhang Cheng spoke to Han Meng beside him, his eyes sharpened.

After hearing Zhang Cheng's words, Han Meng froze for a moment, then exclaimed in astonishment, "Ah, really?"

"What's real or fake?"

Just as Han Meng finished speaking, everyone who entered the hall turned their heads away.
When Han Meng saw the prince staring at him, he immediately said awkwardly, "Um, I, I! He'll say it!"

Pointing at Zhang Cheng, Han Meng betrayed him in the next second.

Looking at Han Meng in disbelief, Zhang Cheng truly hadn't expected that this guy with thick eyebrows and big eyes would be so disloyal.

"Cheng-ge, you tell us!"

Looking at Zhang Cheng, Zheng Jing stroked his beard with a broad smile.

Because he had already inquired about Zhang Cheng before Zhang Cheng arrived.
Upon learning that this was one of the Zheng family's "own people," Zheng Jing felt relieved.

It's truly fortunate that the Zheng family was able to cultivate such a "fierce general" during this time of transition!

Upon hearing Zheng Jing's words, Zhang Cheng quickly stepped forward and said, "Your Highness, this is unofficial history!" "Never mind what unofficial history it is, tell me first, I'm quite curious about what you're talking about!"

With a broad smile, Zheng Jing appeared very kind and tolerant.

Looking awkwardly at Zheng Jing, Zhang Cheng then explained what he had just been thinking.
After Zhang Cheng finished speaking, everyone in the hall was stunned.

With his mouth agape, Feng Xifan could hardly believe what he was hearing.
Because this unofficial history is just too damn unofficial!
Looking at Zhang Cheng with a twitching mouth, Zheng Jing then said, "Well, this matter is indeed a bit outrageous, but there were indeed rumors about what happened back then, but none of them can be taken seriously! They can't be taken seriously!"

"Your Highness, there's no smoke without fire! If that's really the case, wouldn't it mean that the Aisin Gioro family has already had its heir replaced?"

Just as Zheng Jing finished speaking, an advisor beside him immediately spoke up.
"Yes, what if that's really the case? Wouldn't that mean..."

"What is it? Yes, Kangxi was the son of Shunzhi, what does he have to do with Empress Dowager Xiaozhuang!"

"What if this is a younger brother being raised like a son?!"

The entire hall was abuzz with discussion, and many people stared wide-eyed, because it seemed like a real possibility!

"Cough cough cough! Enough, enough! We'll talk about this later!"

To stop the ministers below from speaking, Zheng Jing was speechless.
Because what kind of nonsense is this? It's unheard of for unofficial history to be this outlandish!
However, if unofficial history isn't unofficial, how can it be called unofficial history?
"Jiang Sheng did a good job in attacking the Satsuma Domain! He is hereby awarded a thousand taels of gold."

Only after Zheng Jing began to formally bestow rewards did everyone cease their inner thoughts. However, as Zhang Cheng's "unofficial history" spread, it would surely reach the Qing court.

After all, people are naturally gossipy, especially about such a big piece of gossip!

Even an old clam can bear a pearl, so why couldn't Kangxi be Hong Chengchou's son?
"Zhang Xinzhi was promoted to commander of a thousand households for his meritorious service in conquering Southern Satsumo and Makurazaki Castle."

As soon as Zhang Cheng bestowed his reward, he immediately said, "Thank you, Your Highness!"

After everyone had received their rewards, the next step was to discuss matters.
Seeing everyone pondering how to resist the Manchus, Zhang Cheng stepped forward and said, "Your Highness, I have a plan!"

"Oh, what's your plan?"

Looking at Zhang Cheng with curiosity, Zheng Jing also wanted to hear his thoughts, after all, Jiang Sheng had said that Zhang Cheng's way of thinking was very tricky!

"Instead of sitting here thinking about how to resist the Qing Dynasty, why don't we take the initiative to attack? If we don't have enough territory, we'll plunder it; if we don't have enough food, we'll seize it. Vast tracts of land in South Asia may very well become our Zheng family's territory!"

Looking intently at Zheng Jing, Zhang Cheng cupped his hands and said, "If Your Highness is willing, I will certainly be the first to go!"

Upon hearing Zhang Cheng's words, Zheng Jing froze on the spot and said, "But my Zheng family is..."

"Your Highness, hesitation will only lead to more trouble. Rather than letting these South Asians occupy the land, it would be better to use it as a granary for the Prince of Yanping's counterattack against the Manchus!"

Addressing Zheng Jing, Zhang Cheng couldn't help but explain again.
My neighbor hoards grain, I hoard guns; my neighbor is my granary!

What the hell are we doing now? Who cares about the way of the king? The way of the tyrant is the only truth to rule the world!

Let's fight first, and then we'll talk. Whether you submit or not, just see if my fists are hard enough!

"Your Highness, I believe this plan is contrary to the principles of Heaven!"

Looking at Zheng Jing, Feng Xifan couldn't help but become serious.
"As long as it harms the natural order but not us, why worry about so much? What we seize is what belongs to the Prince of Yanping!"

Zhang Cheng spoke to Zheng Jing with a serious expression.
After a moment of silence, Zheng Jing looked at Zhang Cheng and said, "In that case, why don't you go and give it a try!"

"The minister obeys the order!"

Upon hearing Zheng Jing's agreement, Zhang Cheng smiled.

(End of this chapter)