King of Song

Chapter 369 Difficulties
Empress Dowager Liang left, and asked her subordinates to treat Zhewenxin as usual.

It doesn't make any sense to embarrass a woman, if it makes Lin Zhao angry, the consequences will be even worse.For Empress Dowager Liang, the focus is on how to rescue Liang Yibu.Comparing her heart with her heart, she also hoped that the Song Dynasty people would not embarrass her younger brother.

As for the exchange of people, it cannot be done overnight, there must be a process, and the Empress Dowager Liang also knows that it must be done step by step and gradually.

As night falls, Bianjing may have been warm and the flowers are blooming in spring, but the northwest is still a bit chilly.Zhe Wenxin sat on the edge of the bed with her knees hugged, watching the flames jumping on the oil lamp, as if she had returned to the wedding night.

Empress Dowager Liang's words touched her a bit, how much weight does she have in Fu Lang's mind?The Empress Dowager Liang said that she was one of the bargaining chips when she said that she was going to make a deal, so what about the second bargaining chip?Who is it again?What exactly is this deal?
Empress Dowager Liang emphasized her position in Fu Lang's mind so much, it seems that the bargaining chip that needs to be exchanged is very heavy... Zhe Wenxin is puzzled, but also slightly suspicious, does Fu Lang agree to the exchange?
Zhewenxin couldn't help being a little sensitive and looking forward to it.Then she shook her head slightly, as long as Husband is safe, she doesn't know if it will be exchanged, but if Lin Lang knows that he is in Xixia, he will definitely find a way to rescue him.

She was sure that Lin Lang loved her deeply!

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In Dashun City, the messy scene has been cleaned up.

Wang Shao returned to Gyeongju after leaving some of his troops behind. The entire Huanqing Road was a mess, and there were too many things to do.Like Lin Zhao and Jing Sili, they are always ready and ready to take precautions.Maybe the Xixia people will retaliate and counterattack, so naturally need to be careful.

In addition to dealing with daily affairs, Lin Zhao is most worried about Zhewenxin.His beloved wife was taken captive to Xixia, Lin Zhao wanted to rescue her as soon as possible, but there was no news, and he had no idea where his beloved wife was?What is the situation now, and how can we talk about rescue under such circumstances?
Lin Zhao couldn't help feeling a little distressed, and he was always worried about it!
But some things are destined not to be rushed. He can't do anything other than entrusting Wang Shao and even Han Jiang to help find out the news.At this time, he didn't know that a group of people were actively working on this matter.

Lin Zhao always had a fluke idea in his heart, Xixia people dare not hurt Zhewenxin, after all, Liang Yibu is still in his hands.If a Xixia person dared to touch his beloved wife, he would definitely retaliate against Liang Yibu a thousand times.

After the tangled waiting, finally there was a result. On this day, Lin Zhao received a letter from Xingqing Mansion.

"If you want to see your beautiful wife, Suizhou and his party will exchange her with Liang Yi!"

Upon receiving such news, Lin Zhao was both happy and worried.It can be seen that at least Zhewenxin's safety is not a problem. The other party is using her as a bargaining chip to exchange with him, or it can be understood as a hostage.Under such circumstances, as long as Zhewenxin is still useful to the Xixia people, they will definitely not hurt her.Lin Zhao can rest assured for the time being, at least he can have the time and opportunity to rescue.

At the same time, it is unavoidable to be a little worried. My beloved wife is being taken hostage, and I have to be controlled by others.In exchange for Liang Yibu, I didn't expect the Xixia people to have such a thought, to exchange a woman for their prime minister, the Xixia people really thought about it.

I don't know if the Xixia people tried it out of whimsy, or some expert saw the importance of Zhewenxin to him, so he forced himself in this way?

No matter what the Xixia people think, at least doing so is in line with Lin Zhao's intention.At the beginning, when he thought of rescuing Zhewenxin, he could only find a way from Liang Yibu, but he didn't expect to coincide with the Xixia people in the end.

Although this is the idea, is it really necessary to hand over Liang Yibu to the Xixia people?Can it be exchanged for Zhewenxin safely?Lin Zhao is not quite sure, when it comes to the safety of his beloved wife, he must be absolutely sure.At the same time, Xixia people can't be so casually cheap, they have to plan well.

However, the replacement of Liang Yibu must be carefully planned.

Liang Yibu was the Prime Minister of the Xixia Kingdom. It was really not easy to capture him this time, and it was of extraordinary significance to the Song Dynasty. It can be said that he was the highest-ranking captive in the history of the Song Dynasty.Of course, during the period of Taizu Taizong who ruled the world, the captive kings of various countries are another matter.

Could such a high-level prisoner be released on his own accord?Although he is still locked up in Dashun City, it is because Wang Shao is too busy and has not received instructions from above, so there is no arrangement, and he will take care of it for the time being.But it is definitely not just a bargaining chip that can be driven by oneself and used for exchange.

In fact, I don't want to put Liang Yibu back easily in my heart, but it concerns the life of my beloved wife, so I don't care so much.Although Liang Yibu is the prime minister of Xixia, in Lin Zhao's eyes, he is not worth mentioning at all. How can he compare with his beloved wife?Lin Zhao is definitely not the kind of powerful and cold-blooded person.

This time, as long as Liang Yibu is used to save people, it will be risky.Not to mention the great meritorious service in the battle of Dashun City, he may bear considerable culpability.After all, Liang Yibu has a special status, at least he can become a bargaining chip in the peace talks between the Great Song Dynasty and the Xixia Kingdom, which is quite useful.

It would be a huge loss to the Song Dynasty if it was used by itself.Maybe Long Yan would be furious, the emperor Zhao Xu might blame him, and the officials would impeach him, and even criticize him.But Lin Zhao doesn't care, how can meritorious service and fame compare with the safety of his beloved wife?What the iron-faced suzerain said was right at all. Lin Zhao is a soft-hearted person who values ​​feelings.He also expected that Lin Zhao might do this, so he began to prepare.

So for Lin Zhao, using Liang Yibu to rescue Zhewenxin is a very risky and uneconomical thing.But Lin Zhao didn't hesitate in the slightest, he put the safety of his beloved wife first, saving lives was the most important thing, and he didn't care about other things at all.More importantly, Lin Zhao never considered Zhe Wenxin's background and the political benefits she brought to him.All Lin Zhao thought about was the deep and sincere feelings accumulated on the long journey westward between each other.

Rescue Zhewenxin, Lin Zhao resolutely!

It would be perfect if the national interests could be combined with the rescue of his beloved wife. Lin Zhao had this thought in his mind.But no matter how you plan, it is necessary to make preparations early, and preparations also involve various aspects. Some things will inevitably be tricky.

Completely self-assessed, taking Liang Yi away privately?Lin Zhao shook his head lightly, he was prepared to cut first and then play, and then to bear the storm, but he couldn't do it like this, at least he couldn't cheat Wang Shao, Wang Shao must cooperate in this matter.Therefore, Lin Zhao planned to find Wang Shao first, tell him frankly, and win his support.

Can Wang Shao agree?Lin Zhao didn't know, no matter what, he had to try it first.Lin Zhao had this certainty, and also vaguely had this premonition.

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"What did you say? Exchange Liang Yibu for your wife?"

Lin Zhao hurried to Gyeongju to meet Master Zhizhou. He just said something, but Wang Shao was shocked immediately.

"Yes!" Lin Zhao explained, explaining the cause and effect clearly.Wang Shao's face was still full of astonishment, and at the same time he was thinking about what Lin Zhao said.

"You mean Zhe girl was captured in Jingzhou? Then the Xixia people ordered you to exchange it with Liang Yibu?" Wang Shao's expression fluctuated, and his eyes kept shaking, obviously thinking of many things.

Lin Zhao nodded and said, "Yes!"

"Then how did you plan?" Wang Shao gradually calmed down, the shock was over, now it's time to seriously think about things and find a countermeasure.Before thinking and making a decision, Wang Shao decided to listen to Lin Zhao's own thoughts first, and then make a plan. At least he could spend more time thinking and consider more thoroughly.

Lin Zhao thought for a while and said, "I care about Wen Xin very much. People must be saved. Regarding Liang Yibu...you must first discuss it with Master Zhizhou."

discuss? !
Wang Shao noticed that Lin Zhao used this word, but he didn't think that Lin Zhao didn't use such respectful words as "ask for instructions".He is not the kind of pedantic person who is only a formality, so he doesn't care.Instead, it can be inferred from the words and tone that Lin Zhao has already made a decision.

"People must be saved!" This is already a very clear signal.

According to the current situation, Liang Yi must be used to save people, so... Wang Shao couldn't help but shook his head slightly, and asked, "Does Dongyang agree to change people?"

"That's what I thought initially!" Lin Zhao replied with a calm expression and a straightforward answer.

Wang Shao felt a little helpless, but this son was not polite at all!Then he asked, "Then what do you want me to do?" This is what Wang Shao cares about the most. Lin Zhao must have a purpose in coming to him.

Lin Zhao said in a deep voice, "I want to ask Lord Zhizhou for help..."

"What can I help you with? How can I help?" Wang Shao was even more puzzled, and at the same time more and more distressed.The matter is of great importance, and I am afraid that this favor is not easy to help.

"When necessary, I may make up my own mind, and I will ask Master Zhizhou to give me convenience at that time, just turn a blind eye!" Too much to ask.

"Make your own claim?" Wang Shao was stunned, shook his head helplessly and said, "Dongyang, are you planning to risk the world's disgrace? Liang Yibu's capture has been reported to Han Xuan Fushi and Bianjing. The matter of Liang Yi's burial is no longer up to you and me..."

This matter is definitely different from beheading Li Fugui directly, that matter can be easily concealed.Even if it is exposed, it doesn't matter, the court will not blame it, and there are still people who should thank themselves, but this matter is completely different...

To be honest, although he thought of this, Wang Shao really didn't think that Lin Zhao would make such a request so bluntly.Is this kid a little crazy?Liang Yibu's status is precious, and it goes without saying that the consequences of self-indulgence are serious, but Lin Zhao is really bold.For a while, Wang Shao was a little dumbfounded, and didn't know what to say...

"In my heart, Wen Xin is more important than anyone else, so I must save her. When necessary, any method is fine. As for other things, I don't care much right now..." Lin Zhao said in a deep voice: "I know This matter is very embarrassing, maybe it is a good thing for me to make my own decision, and the Lord Zhizhou can save a lot of trouble, but... I think I should tell you..."

If Lin Zhao let Liang Yibu go away, when he takes the responsibility for the crime, Wang Shao will not be able to escape the responsibility.He is the magistrate of Gyeongju, and Lin Zhao is his general. People under his control must be responsible for any accidents.Lin Zhao didn't want to act rashly and make Wang Shao difficult, so he told him bluntly so that he could be mentally prepared...

Now the preparations are in place, but troubles are also coming.Wang Shao really started to feel embarrassed. From the perspective of human feelings, there is nothing wrong with saving people. It is his duty to help.

Lin Zhao has made great contributions in Dashun City this time, and now that his wife has been captured, it is only right to help rescue her.It's just that Liang Yibu is too important, and only the emperor and the ministers and ministers in the court have the final say on how to deal with it. How can I dare to make my own decisions?This incident must be a major event that defies the disapproval of the world, shakes the whole country, and shocks the world.

The responsibility is heavy, how can it be child's play?
If it's me, this responsibility is doomed to be difficult to bear, and I don't even dare to think about it.On the one hand, Wang Shao has received this kind of education of respect and order, loyalty and patriotism since he was a child, so he dare not challenge his superiors easily, and do any risky things to leave the cabinet.At the same time, it is also because Wang Zhizhou has never experienced unforgettable love, does not know the magic of love, and is not impulsive.

Lin Zhao is the complete opposite. Zhewenxin is very important to him, and his mind is full of his beloved wife at the moment.How can he, who has modern thinking at the same time, be willing to be bound by some feudal rules?
Wang Shao was very helpless, but also very tangled.In this battle of Dashun City, he used Lin Zhao and almost caused danger, so he felt very guilty.Emotionally, he is willing to help Lin Zhao, but in fact, if Lin Zhao decides on his own, he has nothing to do with it.But tell yourself now that it is also a kind of respect to a certain extent.

At the same time, Zhewenxin was to be rescued, not just an ordinary woman, nor just Lin Zhao's wife.That is the daughter of the Zhe family in Fuzhou, and the younger sister of Zhe Kexing. This relationship must be considered.Moreover, the reason why Zhewenxin fell into Jingzhou was also to hope that playing in the battle would relieve the pressure on Gyeongju.

Zhe Kexing sent a letter, but because of his "delay" and concealment, Fuzhou was too anxious, which finally led to such a situation.After all, Wang Shao is more or less responsible, at least he feels a little guilty.Now that Lin Zhao has come to visit, it seems very unreasonable not to agree!
Moreover, behind Lin Zhao is the background of the Empress Dowager and Uncle Cao's family, so we must pay attention to it!No matter which side it is, it is not easy to refute the opponent's opinion, let alone offend others.

It's unreasonable not to agree, but agreeing... The risk is too great, who can afford it?

Lin Zhao, Lin Zhao, you have given me a big problem!For a moment, Wang Shao was so embarrassed that he wanted to go crazy!

(End of this chapter)