Chapter 4253 Guarding the Palace Ban
Fang Jun returned to the mansion, packed some clothes and luggage, said goodbye to his beloved wife and concubine, and then led his troops to settle in Taiji Palace. In the evening of the same day, he received Cheng Wuting and his five thousand soldiers in the Forbidden Garden.
When Yu Wenkai built Daxing City, his design and planning were very reasonable, especially the palace defense system in the heart of the city, which was ingenious, thorough and detailed. The entire Taiji Palace is separated from the surrounding imperial city and city by tall palace walls and streets. The city walls are high and thick, as solid as a rock. The palace gates and turrets everywhere are also tall and spacious, which not only provides excellent visibility, but also facilitates defense. .
But the space in the Taiji Palace is limited after all. Since there are thousands of forbidden troops, Cheng Wuting's five thousand elite Youtun Guards have nowhere to station. They can only be stationed in the forbidden garden to the north of the East Palace and outside Xuande Gate, separated by a wall from Xuanwu Gate. .
The two places are the top priority of the palace city's defense system. They both rely on each other and contain each other. As long as there is movement on the Xuanwu Gate side, they can quickly enter the palace city through Xuande Gate, either to defend the palace or to defend the palace. Arrive at Xuanwu Gate and launch a fierce attack.
Outside the Xuande Gate, the sun shone on the blades and spear tips, and the light shone brightly. The swords were like a wall, and the spears were like a forest. The queues were neatly arranged, and the dark armor became more and more majestic and murderous. It was obvious that Gao Kan, Cheng Wuting and others The training of Youtun Guards has never been relaxed. After the Guanlong Mutiny, which saw a large reduction in personnel, more troops were added to reorganize the army, and the combat effectiveness has not declined.
Fang Jun was covered in armor and had an upright posture. He stood on the stone steps outside Xuande Gate. He glanced condescendingly at the troops in front of him. Cheng Wuting stepped forward, knelt on one knee, and said loudly: "The general will lead his brothers to welcome the commander-in-chief!"
Strictly speaking, this sentence is arrogant. Although Fang Jun's status today is no longer comparable to that of the past, only the commander-in-chief of the army can be called "marshal". A narrow-minded and jealous emperor is likely to be the recipe for death.
But the soldiers of Youtun Guard didn't care about this. They all had blazing eyes and excited expressions. As soon as Cheng Wuting finished speaking, five thousand soldiers pulled their necks and shouted in unison: "See the commander-in-chief!"
Five thousand voices converged into a high-pitched roar, and the red tassels on the robes above the soldiers' heads undulated and oscillated, like rolling thunder, shaking the earth and the earth.
Fang Jun couldn't hide the excitement in his heart. The so-called lying drunk on the lap of a beautiful woman and waking up to take over the world is every man's ultimate dream.
And how is power manifested?
Even though they are so loved by countless soldiers right now, as long as he gives an order, these brave warriors will go through fire and water and move forward bravely.
Fang Jun raised a hand, his shouts suddenly stopped, he looked around, then nodded with satisfaction, and said loudly: "The rebels are in rebellion, and the traitors want to subvert the country. I have been ordered by the emperor to guard the palace with you. Support Zhengshuo, I hope you will unite with me to guard the palace city, and stand firm against the traitors, and we will fight until death!”
"Don't turn your heels until you die! Don't turn your heels until you die!"
The atmosphere was frenzied and the sound shook the sky.
Cheng Wuting ordered the captain to place the soldiers in the barracks for the meeting, and walked into the Chinese army barracks not far from Xuande Gate with Fang Jun.
The two sat down and Fang Jun asked with a smile: "How is the situation in the army?"
He is no longer the general of Youtunwei, and he cannot have much contact with his old troops. This is not a question of whether Li Chengqian trusts him or not, but the bottom line that officials and ministers should abide by - no matter what you think, it is best Don't bring trouble to Shangguan.
Otherwise, how will Li Chengqian deal with it once he is impeached? If you leave it alone, what should you do when others follow your example?
Cheng Wuting replied respectfully: "Everything is fine. This time, I have been ordered to come under your command. General Gao, General Sun, and Lieutenant Wang all asked me to take care of you. After all, the situation is tense and it is inconvenient to arrive." Listen to the teachings in front of you ”
When the imperial edict arrived at Youtunwei, it was heard that Cheng Wuting would be deployed to lead the army to Taiji Palace to be commanded by Fang Jun to guard the palace. There was cheering in the military camp, and everyone from top to bottom was envious of Cheng Wuting.
Fang Jun smiled and waved his hand: "My brothers, there is no need to be so polite."
At that moment, Liangjin handed over the military affairs, and General Cheng Wuting explained everything one by one. The total of 5,000 soldiers this time were all elite soldiers of the Youtun Guard, including 1,000 musketeers, 500 grenadiers, 1,000 crossbowmen, and sword and shield soldiers. One thousand, one thousand light cavalry, five hundred baggage auxiliary troops, and enough baggage ordnance to support these five thousand people in a large-scale battle.
Especially the supply of firearms, although it is not reflected in the books, it is real. There are countless wooden boxes stacked in the warehouse, including gunpowder and firearms...
The two were discussing defense strategies. The soldiers came with their servants and said that the queen had hosted a banquet in the Lizheng Palace and invited the Duke of Yue to attend the banquet.
Fang Jun agreed, not daring to delay, and said to Cheng Wuting: "The military affairs will be like this for the time being. Normally, I will be more at your Majesty's side in the Tai Chi Palace. You will still be in charge here. Keep in touch with me at any time."
Cheng Wu stood up and saluted: "I will obey your orders."
The two used to be good brothers who had known each other for a long time, but now their status is completely different. Listen, the Queen hosted a banquet and hosted it personally. How many people in the government and the public were treated like this? Moreover, it is quite intriguing to hear that the queen's favor towards Fang Jun is not even inferior to that of the emperor, and she obeys Fang Jun's words...
Fang Jun stood up, patted Cheng Wuting's shoulder, and whispered: "Stand up for this duty, and you will benefit from it in the future."
Cheng Wu understood this and nodded: "Don't worry, Commander, we will save you in the end!"
Without saying much, Fang Jun left the barracks and followed the chamberlain into Xuande Gate. He walked through the garden jungle on the north side of the East Palace and entered Taiji Palace. He went to Ziyun Pavilion and walked south along the thousand-step corridor to Shangshiyuan, and then turned back. Go west, pass through Daji Gate, and reach the Li Zheng Hall.
In the ninth year of Wude, His Majesty Li Er came to the throne after moving into Taiji Palace, and lived with Queen Wende in the Lizheng Palace. When Queen Wende passed away in the tenth year of Zhenguan, His Majesty Li Er took the King of Jin and the Prince of Jin. The two Yangs lived here, and later His Majesty Li Er moved to the Shenlong Hall, which is separated by a wall to the north, to live and work. King Jin and Jin Yang still live here.
After Li Chengqian came to the throne, he slightly repaired the Lizheng Hall and used it as the queen's residence. Li Chengqian himself has never moved in the Shenlong Hall...
It was almost dusk at this time, and the gorgeous clouds hung on the horizon, rendering the palace roof tiles in the Tai Chi Palace into brilliant and dazzling flowers.
When Fang Jun walked into the hall, two maids came forward to greet him and took him to a room on one side to help him take off his armor. After bathing, they helped him change into a set of green robes. Fang Jun has a slender and strong figure. He has practiced martial arts all year round and has perfect chest and abdominal muscles. In recent years, he has grown a beard and looks gentle and mature. Coupled with the charm brought by his power, the two maids are attracted by their clothes. The flowing, rosy complexion, the two pairs of plain white Rouyi seemed to move up and down his hands inadvertently, taking a lot of advantage, making Fang Jun itchy all over, and his blood pressure soared.
The women in the palace are each one of a kind, with first-class appearance and figure. After all, the emperor has limited energy and cannot get even the rain and dew, so he is very dry and empty. Meeting a man like Fang Jun is like meeting Zhu Bajie. Ginseng fruit, I wish I could swallow it in one bite and taste it.
And obviously the queen had made an explanation beforehand. The two maids were so charming that as long as Fang Jun showed the slightest hint of hunger and thirst, he would easily take off his shirt and let him pick it...
No matter how lawless Fang Jun was, he did not dare to act havoc in the Lizheng Palace where Queen Wende lived before her death. He quickly put on his clothes and ran away under the resentful eyes of the two maids.
In the side hall, several carved lacquer tables have been placed, and various dishes and dishes are arranged on them. In the etiquette of the Tang Dynasty, this kind of meal sharing system was used in slightly more formal occasions, just like Fang Jun did. Eating a hot pot together is simply the most disrespectful and vulgar behavior, and even the Guanlong nobles of Hu people disdain to do it.
Of course, the Sui and Tang dynasties had more or less some Hu ancestry. They were less interested in the Spring and Autumn rituals and were more wanton and unrestrained, so they had a stronger ability to accept new things.
Of course, it was impossible for Queen Su to entertain Fang Jun alone. Li Chengqian was also sitting at the main seat, and the couple also shared a table. On the left was Princess Changle and the King of Cao, Li Ming, who had not yet established a palace. On the right was Jinyang, Two princesses in Xincheng who have not yet left the palace.
Obviously, Li Chengqian called all his brothers and sisters who are still living in the palace today...
Princess Jinyang waited for Fang Jun to finish his salute, then she said softly: "Brother-in-law, come and sit here! Xincheng, please move back..."
Princess Xincheng, who was just ten years old, had a wrinkled face. She was unwilling but did not dare to disobey Sister Sizi, so she had to move to the next position. Princess Jinyang immediately moved to the position of Princess Xincheng and put Queen Su's right hand. The seat next to it is vacant.
Fang Jun was helpless. This was actually against the rules. How could a courtier sit between the queen and princess during a royal banquet?
However, Queen Su obviously didn't take it seriously. Her beautiful face was full of gentle smiles. She nodded at Fang Jun, and then said to the maid standing on one side: "Serve Duke Yue to take a seat."
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"Here."
A palace maid responded softly, took two steps forward and knelt down next to the empty table. She raised her eyes and watched Fang Jun take his seat, then placed the dishes, wine glasses and other objects with bare hands.
Fang Jun was sitting upright, and when he raised his head, he was eye level with Princess Changle. The two looked at each other, and then looked away in a tacit understanding.
There was a palace maid serving behind everyone. When the palace maid filled the wine cup in front of her with fine wine, Li Chengqian took the lead in raising the glass and said with a smile: "Today is a family banquet, you don't need to be cautious. I respect this glass. I lead the army to the Forbidden Garden to guard the palace." , fortunately.”
Fang Jun hurriedly raised his glass and responded: "This is a matter within my duty. At this time of rebellion and chaos, and the country is in turmoil, I will not hesitate to be broken into pieces."
These are not polite words. Now that he has been bound to Li Chengqian for a long time, they will suffer both prosperity and loss. Once Li Chengqian is deposed, the Fang family will not suffer as a whole, but it is inevitable that the future will not be bright from now on.
Then all Fang Jun's ambitions will be in vain...
Only when Li Chengqian secures the throne can he fully display his talents and live up to his life.
When his sons had followed their father away from Chang'an, and they could go boating to the sea at the slightest disturbance in the south of the Yangtze River, Fang Jun did not care about his own life or death.
People always have to have some ideals and ambitions.
The monarch and his ministers looked at each other, smiled, raised their glasses and drank the whole drink.
Fang Jun had just put down his wine glass. Princess Jinyang next to her had already peeled a shrimp. She leaned over her soft, slender body and placed the crystal shrimp meat on the plate in front of Fang Jun across the table. Pulling up, revealing a slender jade hand and an arm that can conquer the frost and snow, and a fragrance like orchid and musk lingering faintly on Fang Jun's nose.
Looking sideways, Princess Jinyang smiled like a flower: "Brother-in-law, eat shrimp."
In the main seat, Li Chengqian felt a little upset when he saw this scene. Is this girl no longer shy about the defense between men and women?
What a headache...(End of chapter)