Powerful Song Dynasty

Chapter 614 The right to know Hangzhou military affairs 59
Cai Yi was assassinated in front of the mansion, even if he was not killed, it was the first time in the founding of the Song Dynasty. Various tabloids in Nanjing Jiangning Mansion competed to spread the news, and there were even rumors of a mutiny by the Imperial Army. For a while, rumors spread and people panicked.

The tabloids contributed to the flames, attracted people's attention, and made a lot of money from it. Some people laughed from ear to ear.They don't care about your ups and downs, and they don't care about your chaos. As long as you have money to earn, they even dare to spread rumors to the prime minister. This is not the first time, and it won't be the last time.

"Master Cai is not dead, why is there no news at all? This is too strange."

"Not dead yet? I heard that this assassin's arrows are extremely accurate. That's a god-armed bow! Mr. Cai was pierced through the chest, and he was not wearing soft armor. How could he resist? Even if he was fine at the time, he might not be able to hold it A few days."

"Nonsense, where did you hear that Mr. Cai was shot through the chest? No one saw it with his own eyes. It was just rumors that Mr. Wu was carried into the mansion by his family after being shot by an arrow. The Cai Mansion comes in and out."

"So Mr. Cai didn't kill him on the spot. Who is the assassin? How could he have such hatred with Mr. Cai?"

"Confused, why can't you see the mystery of this?"

"Speaking of the abolition of the forbidden army, so many people have been laid off. It is hard to guarantee that there will be no resentful desperadoes. It seems that Master Cai is not easy. Mr. Tan also needs to be careful not to be assassinated."

"These desperadoes are Yi Yi's people. How can they not work hard with you after taking their jobs?"

"Who did you say this assassin was appointed?"

"God knows, God knows, the Privy Council and the Ministry of War have offended many people. I'm afraid that at this time, many people are secretly applauding."

"The court must be extremely shaken, and I'm afraid it will attack the imperial army!"

"That's natural, but if Mr. Cai fails to manage the council, the situation between the DPRK and China may change again."

"Wang Xianggong's three-year term is about to expire, I'm afraid he will return to the court!"

"It's likely to be the case. Only Wang Xianggong can suppress those lawless bandits. When he comes back to preside over the overall situation, it can make people feel at ease."

"Li Xianggong is not bad. In terms of loyalty, we are still optimistic about Li Xianggong."

"How can there be no Li Xianggong sitting in the town along Jingji Fifth Road, I am too ignorant."

"Okay, okay, the two gentlemen will return to the court sooner or later, we still wait for the court to deal with it."

The government and the public are a bit weird, and everyone is waiting to see, waiting for the results of the court's investigation.

Cai Yi's assassination made Wang Xiu extremely furious. He knew that everything was aimed at him. Cai Yi was just hit by an innocent disaster, but fortunately no one was killed.When he was angry, he could not tolerate it, and immediately asked the court to investigate and deal with it severely. He has strong strength in the army, and most of the generals and schools he uses are capable people.

On the second day after Guantang arrived in Hangzhou, seven anxious men rushed northward to the army of Wang De, Feng Yuan, Wu Ge and others.

Nearly a month after the assassination case, Zhu Lian sent imperial medicine to visit Cai Yi several times, expressing her categorical attitude to the outside world. She summoned Sun Fu, Tang Ge, Qin Hui and Tan Shiji, and said: "The case will continue to be handled, and the autumn defense is imminent. What do you guys think of the formation of the Privy Council's new army?"

Sun Fu and Tang Ge booed face to face. The Ministry of War's capital Yuhousi and the Ministry of Punishment delineated the range, but too many generals were involved, and they could not be forcibly investigated. They were afraid of causing changes in the generals who were frightened and disturbed, which would lead to instability in the army. So much so that it is impossible to determine who is the one who fell.

However, Qin Hui didn't think that Zhu Lian's summoning was just for the assassination case. If he wanted to urge him, he only needed to order the Ministry of Military Affairs and the Ministry of Punishment to handle the case quickly, and there was no need to summon the two governments to govern.

Sun Fu and Tang Ge rolled their eyes, and they almost understood it.

"Seeing that the autumn defense is approaching, the Privy Council is in charge of the Department of Machine Speed ​​and the planning of the new army. The direct bachelors are absolutely indispensable." Tan Shiji didn't ask about that. Cai Yi recuperated at home, which affected the normal operation of the Privy Council, and it was time to replace it.

Tang Ge understood that Cai Yi was Wang Xiu's go-getter, and it would be good to take this guy down, so as to reduce Wang Xiu's influence on the Privy Council soldiers.However, in order to take care of the Cai family's caretaker back then, we can't do too much. We need to arrange Cai Yi properly, so that people's hearts can't be chilled, and Wang Xiu can hold the excuse.

He pondered for a while, and said immediately: "The position of the direct bachelor is important, and he must not be absent for a long time. It is better to appoint a capable minister to fill the position, so as not to miss the big deal. However, Mr. Cai is also very thoughtful, and he has suffered harm for his family and country. We must appreciate it carefully. "

Qin Hui had a toothache, and it was obvious that he had fallen into trouble, pried Wang Xiu's corner, and sold it to Cai Yi, it was definitely a cunning trick, it was really insincere!However, Zhu Lian's attitude is crucial and can save the situation. He immediately said: "You can be promoted from the Privy Council, and Li Xuanfu can be transferred back to the court."

Zhu Lian was taken aback, and even Sun Fu, Tang Ge and Tan Shiji were also taken aback. Qin Hui is Wang Xiu's main cadre, and he should recommend Wang Xiu's person to be in charge of the Speed ​​Division and the New Army. It's too logical.

What is Qin Hui doing here?Everyone greeted with big greetings in their hearts.

"Empress Dowager, Mr. Li has been in charge of the Five Routes for nearly three years. He has great prestige in the army. Since the imperial court is implementing the new military system, it has to suppress the generals. Only by letting Mr. Li return to the court to take on the big responsibility can it show the determination of the imperial court to depose the officials and deter them. Those desperadoes." Qin Hui explained why Li Gang was used, and what he said was frank and irrefutable.

It seems to be a mature and prudent statement, but it really kills two birds with one stone!Sun Fu, Tang Ge and others were unable to fully confront Wang Xiu, and Li Gang was the only important minister who could confront Wang Xiu head-on. This is a fact recognized by scholars.

It was because Li Gang was ordered to be in danger, he had outstanding performance, and he also had a group of supporters in the army. In addition, King Kang established the Generalissimo's Mansion, and he gave his full support and resolute attitude of leading the battle, so his reputation was by no means lower than that of Wang Xiu. , It is by no means comparable to the ministers present.

This incident indicated that Wang Xiu was about to return to the imperial court. No one doubted that the imperial court must have someone to check and balance Wang Xiu.

Since Wang Xiu was about to return to the court, Li Gang should also take the opportunity to come back. Everyone realized it, but no one said it. Unexpectedly, Qin Hui said it cryptically, which made people daydream.

However, Wang Xiu knows Hangzhou and has presided over various reform pilots, which have already achieved initial results. Since the reforms are to continue, he must join Zhongshu's sect; Li Gang is in charge of the Xuanfu Department. It is clear that the punishment is not effective, and the army is deterred, and it is appropriate to act as a privy envoy.

Can't help but say.The two are released at the same time, and if they can come back at the same time, they are indeed an excellent partner.Of course, this kind of partnership is based on power checks and balances, rather than cooperation, but can Qin Hui have such a good intention?
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