Chapter 226 On the eve of Zen acceptance, Feng Lingyi’s charm
Not long after Xie Yuxuan and Xiao Xian arrived in Shuozhou, news came from Nanchen that the Southern Emperor Chen Xu had passed away due to serious illness. Prince Chen Shubao succeeded to the throne and changed the name of the country to Zhenming.
At the same time, news came from Yecheng that Emperor Gao Zhan of Qi Dynasty had passed away, and Emperor Gao Wei issued an imperial edict of sin against himself and announced it to the world. Moreover, because the Emperor had a hidden illness and needed to rest, he was ordered to leave the country. Prime Minister "Xie Zhen" came to take charge of all affairs in the court, and there was faint news that the emperor wanted to abdicate.
Xie Yuxuan and Xiao Xian couldn't help but be overjoyed and let out a long sigh of relief.
“So it seems that Sister A and Prince Lanling succeeded, right?”
Xiao Xian also showed joy on his face. When he first arrived in Shuozhou, he heard that the couple had rushed to Yecheng in response to the imperial edict. He was very worried and worried. He ordered spies every hour to inquire about the news from Yecheng. .
“I hope they will be fine in Yecheng, but even if they become emperor, the road ahead will still be difficult and dangerous!”
“But at least they won’t be framed by the Hunjun! Ayu Don’t they still have us?”
Xie Yuxuan’s idea is extremely simple and optimistic. It is not as thoughtful as Xiao Xian’s, but it seems very reasonable, and Xiao Xian’s heart can’t help but become clear!
Yes! As long as the Gao family is not persecuted by close relatives like the Gao family, as long as King Lanling becomes the leader of the Qi country, it should be a matter of time to use Ayu's talents to promote some talents and govern the country well.
He must have confidence in Ayu!
I then thought about it and thought that the emperor of the Southern Dynasty, Chen Xu, passed away. This happened too suddenly and coincidentally. I wonder where the newly succeeded prince Chen Shubao will lead the Chen Kingdom?
Xiao Xian has also heard about the character of Prince Chen Shubao. Although he is not as violent and murderous as the master of Qi, Gao Wei, he likes literature and music in the same style. He often summons some scribes to gather in the East Palace. Drinking and having fun, writing poems, enjoying songs and dances, and playing with beauties. There were constant music and songs in the East Palace, just like a peaceful scene of singing and dancing!
Thinking of this, Xiao Xian's eyebrows were also stained with a trace of worry.
Xie Yuxuan seemed to feel the worries in his heart, so she smiled and said: "You can't blame me for Chen Xu! I just scolded him a few words, and the emperor of the country was scolded to death. Then He deserves it too!”
"Xiao Lang, don't you still sympathize with him? He is going to kill you, and you still..."
Xiao Xian just smiled slightly, interrupted her words, raised his hand and touched her gently He touched her cheek and said in a gentle voice:
"How could I blame you? It was you who saved me. I am grateful to you before it's too late! I, Xiao Xian, am not a foolish and loyal person. I just thought that Jiankang is Our hometown has been destroyed by war many times, and how many people have been away from their hometown due to war. It has finally settled down in recent years, but I don’t know how long this stability can last.”
At this point, he sighed, "Maybe only when the world is unified can the war truly end and the world be at peace?"
Xie Yuxuan also fell into deep thought. Jiankang in the Southern Dynasty was also her hometown, but because of During Hou Jing's Rebellion, most of the aristocratic families in the Southern Dynasties were slaughtered, and now Chen Xu occupied the south. She also had a home and could not return.
She was deeply touched by this feeling of being homeless, and nodded: "I agree with this. It is true that only when the world is unified can the people get real peace and stability!"
"So , Xiao Lang, we must also work hard to help Ayu and Prince Lanling realize this ideal, right?"
After Xie Yuxuan finished speaking, she smiled very mischievously, and Xiao Xian couldn't help but nodded and smiled: "Yes! Ah Xuan is right! "
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After hearing the news that Qi Emperor Gao Zhan was dead and Emperor Gao Wei had issued an imperial edict, he immediately sent another A hundred thousand troops besieged Luoyang, hoping to block the Qi army's food route and seize Jinyang.
In addition, he sent his promoted cronies to attack the three states of Shuo, Heng and Yan.
The news that the Zhou army was approaching Luoyang reached Yecheng. Xiao Jinyu immediately sent the left prime minister Hu Luguang and Lanling King Gao Changgong to rescue Luoyang and fight the Zhou army with the emperor's edict!
In addition, Xiao Jinyu also transferred back Gao Rui, the king of Zhaojun in Jizhou, and appointed him as Shangshu Ling. He also promoted Li Mi to be the Minister of Zhongshu, Cui Heng to be the Yushi doctor, and Zhao Yanshen to jointly assist the government.
Later, Gao Yanzong was appointed as the Grand Governor of Gyeonggi Province, Gao Xiaoheng was appointed as Grand Sima, and Murong Jue was appointed as the leading general. They were responsible for the security of the palace and the dispatch of the Imperial Army, while also retraining the Imperial Army.
When Fenghuang was training the Forbidden Army, one of his generals, Duan Chong, was a little dissatisfied. When he was alone with him, he couldn't help but said: "Young Master, on the day of the mutiny, we clearly occupied After arriving at the palace, Yenan City is full of our soldiers and horses, why don’t you just kill Gao Wei and become the emperor yourself?”
"Shut up! Do you think being an emperor is so easy? Without the support of the noble families and nobles of Jinyang, it would be easy for other kings to raise their flags and besiege them. What's more, I can only kill people and only know how to do business. He only knows how to march and fight, but he doesn’t know how to manage state affairs!”
“But King Lanling is also a military commander, but he only knows how to march and fight, but he doesn’t understand state affairs!”
“He is different, he is from the Gao family! , and with Brother Qing helping him govern the country, he has nothing to fear!"
"What about the Gao family? Didn't the Gao family also usurp the Yuan family and become emperor two hundred years ago? Royal family, and, young master, you obviously like that woman. For her, you would rather risk your life. Why are you willing to give her up to others? Young master only needs to kill King Lanling and seize that woman to become the emperor. She won't do the same. Can I also help you govern the country? "
Before Duan Chong finished speaking, Phoenix suddenly raised his hand and grabbed his throat, with anger in his eyes that was about to spit out fire.
"What on earth are you talking about? What benefits can you get by encouraging me to rebel? Who sent you as a spy?"
Duan Chong was pinched until his face turned purple and he almost felt like suffocating!
"Young Master, spare... spare my life!"
Under his begging for mercy, Phoenix slowly calmed down his anger and slowly let go of him.
Duan Chong coughed a few times and then said: "I am not a spy. My family has served your Murong family for generations. My ancestors have left a legacy, hoping to help the Murong family regain their country. However, I did not expect that although you Murong Jue is brave, It’s so disappointing that I only have one woman in my heart!”
After Duan Chong finished speaking, he strode away.
Fenghuang was silent for a long time before leaving the school grounds and came to where Xiao Jinyu was handling official business.
Now Xiao Jinyu has changed into men's clothing again, but no longer uses the fake face. She is discussing important matters with the ministers in the court, such as arranging officials to transport food and grass to the Jinyang Army, and punishing Remove some corrupt officials or promote some worthy people.
Of course, the top priority now is the Zhou army's siege of Luoyang. After she discussed the matter with King Lanling and Hu Luguang, Hu Luguang and several ministers hurriedly walked out of the meeting hall.
Only King Lanling remained in the palace.
"Ayu, thank you for your hard work! I know that it is very laborious to deal with these things, and it will also offend people! It is not easy to govern the current Qi country well!"
Gao Changgong said with great distress.
Xiao Jinyu shook his head: "Ruling a big country is like cooking small fresh food, and it should be like this! As long as Chang Gong is there, the good generals of Qi are still there, and the monarchs and ministers are united, the country will not be destroyed, and Qi will be saved!" "
"It's just... Chang Gong obviously doesn't like to be a king, but he is pushed to this position by Ayu. He may also bear some infamy. Will Chang Gong blame me? "
Gao Changgong? He kissed her forehead and said with a tearful smile: "Don't complain, I know you are all for me. As long as you are by my side, I am willing to do anything. However, how to be a qualified king requires Ayu to assist me." ”
Xiao Jinyu also smiled.
"Well, after repelling the Zhou army this time, we have completed the last thing! It can also be said to be the first hurdle we have to face!"
Governing the country has a long way to go. The world is in great order and the people are at peace. Accepting Zen as the emperor is just a means to realize the ideal.
Gao Changgong understood what she was talking about and looked at her silently for a while before saying:
"Then I will go to Luoyang now! You must protect yourself in Yecheng!"
Xiao Jinyu nodded and watched him leave. When he reached the door of the hall, he couldn't help but call out:
"Chang Gong, there is something I want to tell you first!"
Gao Changgong turned around and heard her say:
"We have a baby, so you must come back safely!"
Gao Changgong was overjoyed when he heard this and couldn't help running back, wanting to pick him up She seemed to be afraid of hurting the child, so in the end she only carefully placed her palm on her lower abdomen. "It's been three months. Don't worry, I will protect him this time and let him come to this world safely!"
Gao Changgong nodded with tears in his eyes, hugged her into his arms again, and said with great concern and fear:
"You must also protect yourself!"
The more the As he was in a high position, he was surrounded by dangers. He knew that what Gao Zhan said was not intended to intimidate.
Don’t you know when you will be assassinated by someone who disobeys the government order? Or the assassination of an enemy spy!
After Gao Changgong reviewed the troops at Tongque Terrace, he set off with 40,000 troops drawn from Yecheng.
The 40,000-strong army includes both Xianbei people and Han people from aristocratic families. This is also the result of discussions between Xiao Jinyu and Gao Changgong.
Since the founding of the Qi State, the Xianbei people have been on the battlefield and made military exploits, while the Han people have farmed and raised the Xianbei people. When the Han people enter the officialdom, they can only serve as civil servants, without officers. Above the court, the Han people often look down on the Xianbei people. Even the Xianbei people looked down upon the Han people. They formed factions and fought with each other. This was also one of the biggest reasons why Qi had serious internal strife and its national power was declining.
Allowing Han people to go to the battlefield and perform military exploits is the first step in Xiao Jinyu's plan to integrate Hu and Han.
Standing on the Tongque Platform, Xiao Jinyu watched Gao Changgong's army for a long time before slowly looking away.
When he turned around, he saw Phoenix standing behind him at some point.
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"Phoenix, I understand your thoughts, but I can't respond to you. Except for myself, no matter what you want, I can give it to you!"
"I know! As early as the day you married Prince Lanling, I knew that I would never be able to get closer to Brother Qing in this life!"
"However, I still don't Regret, if I could see you grow old safely, I would be willing to do whatever I have done and what I am about to do. Brother Qing, there is no need to feel any burden. After all, you have saved my life, and your mother cares more about me! Thank you!”
"Those of your tribe..."
Seeing Xiao Jinyu suddenly ask about his tribe, Fenghuang suddenly raised his head to look at her.
"Brother Qing, don't worry, I won't let them act recklessly. If they become rebellious, I would rather commit suicide than let them succeed!"
Hearing what he said , Xiao Jinyu's expression became serious: "Fenghuang, do you know that what I am most worried about is your words. Over the years, I have not taught you anything, and it is also because I have neglected to care about you that I have allowed you to develop You have such a personality now, but you are not wrong. Even if your subordinates do something wrong, it is not your fault, so don't take all the responsibility on yourself."
"Governing the country is also important. Just like when you lead an army, those people have their own thoughts. You can't make everyone meet your expectations, but you can try your best to make this team better!
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If there are those who run counter to you, then you have no choice but to give up on them and remove them! But don't give up on yourself! "
Seeing Fenghuang deep in thought, Xiao Jinyu said again: "Fenghuang, if you encounter any problems that cannot be solved, you can come to me at any time. You must not put your life at risk like this time. It's over. I will always be your relative, and I also want to see you grow old safely! "
Fenghuang's eyes suddenly filled with tears. He said hello, choked with sobs for a long time, and suddenly asked: "Brother Qing, can I hug you? "
Xiao Jinyu hesitated for a moment, nodded slightly, and then Fenghuang hugged her and cried faintly for a while.
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After Fenghuang left, Gao Yanzong ran to her again and looked at her with a strange expression for a long time, until Xiao Jinyu also stared at him inexplicably and asked: "What's the matter?"
Gao Yanzong said embarrassedly : "Fourth sister-in-law, I don't mean anything else. In fact, I just want to say that Murong Jue is very good-looking, but my fourth brother is no worse than him, and my fourth brother has a better personality than him. That boy treats others well." He was extremely cold and cruel. I heard that he was not merciless in killing people, especially some of the Xianbei nobles in Jinyang who were against him. He killed a lot of them!
Many Xianbei military households were afraid of him! , was taken in by him! Of course there are some people who obey him from the bottom of their hearts!
He is as weak as a child in front of you. I think he is just pretending to make you pity him. That’s all, you can’t be fooled by his appearance!”
Hearing what Gao Yanzong said, Xiao Jinyu became even more worried.
"Yanzong, you misunderstood. He is my brother. I once relied on him to escape from Qi to Nanchen. He protected me with his life. He is my relative!"
"Oh..." Gao Yanzong was suspicious and thought to himself: But I see that boy, he doesn't regard you as a sister!
“Phoenix’s temperament is a little cold and surly, but his nature is not bad. He once practiced medicine with me and saw the suffering of the people. He will not kill innocent people indiscriminately... What’s more, I will stare at Him! "
It turns out that he was made the leading general in charge of the imperial army just to keep an eye on him!
After Gao Yanzong understood this meaning, he stopped talking.
"Yanzong, what's going on with King Langya and Queen Mother Hu?"
King Langya's troops in the capital were gathered by Gao Yanzong with the decree left by Lou Zhaojun, and they were all the old six soldiers. The military households in Zhenxianbei obeyed Lou Zhaojun's words very much.
Lou Zhaojun finally said in his edict that in order for Da Qi to be passed on, if the monarch Gao Wei is unkind and kills Zhongliang and slaughters the clan again, then Gao Changgong, the king of Lanling, will succeed him. The soldiers all obeyed his orders.
When Gao Yanzong came up with this imperial edict, there was no longer any objection in the court.
Hu Changren, the elder brother of Empress Dowager Hu, and his attendant Feng Zicong, together with some Yecheng soldiers, wanted to support King Langya, but all the troops were captured before they entered the palace.
Hu Changren and Feng Zicong were sentenced to death. Empress Dowager Hu lived in seclusion in the palace. The eleven or twelve-year-old Langya King Gao Yan was deprived of military power and temporarily confined to Langya Palace.
“King Langya Gao Yan is still young, but he is still a human being. He is much stronger than his brother Gao Wei. He cannot stand the villains like He Shikai and Muti Po, and he has wanted to kill them for a long time. , this time was also used by Empress Dowager Hu. After taking back the military power, he should be able to be a leisurely prince."
At this point, Gao Yanzong changed the subject: "However, there are still four. Sister-in-law, you are kind, if you are Gao Wei, you will definitely not spare Gao Yan's life!"
Xiao Jinyu just remained silent for a while, and then came to the harem. However, she was not here to see Queen Mother Hu, but It's another woman - Feng Lingyi!
After Gao Zhan's death, Feng Lingyi seemed to be a changed person. She no longer dressed up as a gorgeous enchantress, but wore plain clothes every day, as if wearing sackcloth and mourning, and drank in silence alone.
Seeing Xiao Jinyu's arrival, she stood up lazily and said with a smile: "So it's Minister Xie who's here! Oh no, now I should call her Right Minister Xie, or Princess Lanling, or even the future queen!"
"Who are you? Why do you want to help us? When you were learning music from me in Luoyang, did you want to get close to Gao Zhan?"
Feng Lingyi took a sip of wine and looked at her. Come on, come up to her.
“My real name is Yuan Lingyi. Many years ago Emperor Wenxuan Gao Yang ordered people to kill more than 700 members of our Yuan clan and throw their bodies into Zhangshui. At that time, the people of Yecheng were eating fish. Do you think it's scary to be able to eat your fingers?"
She smiled sadly and said: "I was still young at that time, and I was supposed to be sent to the hands of a powerful member of the Gao family. Slave, it was your mother who asked Emperor Wenxuan for me. She was very kind to me and taught me some skills so that I could be self-reliant. Unfortunately, your mother died later, and Lu Lingxuan taught me some skills to confuse men. I thought Train me to be a top spy to seduce the king
I got her wish, but I came to Gao Zhan not to steal any information for her, but to want the Gao family to kill each other until Gao Qi is destroyed! "
"This was my original idea, but..."
At this point, she giggled again and touched Xiao Jinyu's face with one hand.
< br> "Who made me meet you? Because of you, I changed my original mind. I thought, rather than letting Qi perish, Zhou Guo came to harvest this land. If I could deliver the country of Qi to your hands, wouldn't it? What's more interesting? "
"This can be regarded as my repayment of your mother's kindness, right? "Feng Lingyi said, Tan Mou came close to her ear and whispered, "Actually, you can also be an emperor. You are no worse than those men, you can even do better. Xiao Jinyu, what do you think? ”