The lights in the room have never been extinguished, and the identities of the guests entering and leaving the room are all very prominent. It can be seen from the carriage guards in the outer courtyard of the Daduhu Mansion that almost all of their guards come from one department - the Special Operations Division of the Xijiang Security Bureau. Even senior officials at the level of governor or director may not be able to enjoy special care from the Special Operations Division of the Security Bureau. Except for important officials who are deemed necessary by the top brass of the Security Bureau to receive special protection, other senior officials such as Molun and others from the Legal Affairs Department Officials with high positions as director-general also do not receive such special treatment.
And tonight, all five carriages parked in the outer courtyard of the Metropolitan Guard Hospital, without exception, are guarded by more than four Special Operations Division personnel. This is already a quite luxurious treatment in Qingyang, the capital of the northwest county. Everyone who can enter and leave the Imperial Guard's Palace is an important person, and it goes without saying that those who can enter and exit the inner courtyard of the Imperial Palace at night are even more important.
Wu Feng leaned back in the easy chair and swayed slightly tiredly. He was not surprised by the opposition from his subordinates. If his subordinates all supported him in going to Beijing, then he would have to think about it carefully.
"Okay, I think we don't need to argue about this issue anymore. We have achieved the results we wanted with Huangfu Tiancheng. Ying Jianming also did a good job. He can control at least two divisions of the Fourth Army. Of course, Only one of his two divisions can really be used. Our people have already contacted the Imperial Harin Army and the Military Police Headquarters. Although we are not absolutely sure, at least one thing is certain. It will not do them any good to intervene casually in these matters. I'm afraid the only thing we need to consider is Yusuf's city guard. He lies at the throat of our Third Army's entry into Beijing. This guy is as cunning as a ghost. It is impossible to predict where this guy is. What are you thinking about? But I think a person who knows current affairs is a hero, and he will not easily intervene in these affairs. In this case, do you still have anything to worry about?" Wu Feng's voice was long and he spoke at a deliberate speed. Slowing down seems to be a little dissatisfied with everyone's stubbornness.
"Your Highness, if His Highness can guarantee us that you will never enter the Imperial City, I think everyone will have no objection to your plan. Once you enter the Imperial City, let's not talk about whether Huangfu Tiancheng's Imperial Guards are reliable. Being able to stand on our side, there are also four Imperial Guard divisions. No matter how brave Huangfu Tiancheng is, can he defeat four with one? Not to mention the vacillating Royal Forest Army and Gendarmerie Headquarters." After a pause, Xiao Tang suppressed a sullen breath before speaking again: "It is good that Your Highness has the intention to preserve the vitality of Tanghe, but with the power of Situ's three sons, we cannot underestimate it at the moment. A wise man will not act if a fox is in danger. Everyone's opinion is that if It can ensure that the road from Qinghe to Zhongzhou is smooth, and His Highness can go to the Imperial City. In addition, no matter what His Highness decides, the position of the mistress must be determined first to nip it in the bud. Based on the opinions of all my subordinates, Miss Angel is the best choice. Please let Your Highness consider the candidate.”
Although the rest of the people did not answer, they obviously agreed deeply with Xiao Tang's words. Even Su Qin, who had always been leaning towards Situ Yutang, believed that in this situation, only Angel's seat could keep peace in Xijiang. It can appease the local forces that oppose the Situ family, especially in the Yunzhong and Heshuo areas.
After everyone dispersed, Wu Feng recruited Diao Su and made careful arrangements before entering the depths of the inner courtyard. It was still chilly in the northwest in the spring, and it was even more air-conditioned at night. Wu Feng stood in the corridor outside the door, wearing a coat, carefully considering everyone's opinions. Are you being a little too arbitrary? Everyone's view is very simple. There is no need to be too ambitious for things that are too illusory. The best policy is to ensure the actual interests at hand. But do you have to follow their opinions
All kinds of messy thoughts came to Wufeng for a while, and Wufeng felt even more depressed. This departure might be the fate of the Tanghe nation. The Situ family had lost its last chance. The world belonged to no one but himself. He really Do you want to take this risk
"Feng Lang, why haven't you rested yet, but are you still worried about what Master Xiao and the others think?" Familiar footsteps came from behind, and a thick cloak was wrapped around him, and the vest that was already a little cold suddenly warmed up.
"Well, what they said does make sense. According to their ideas, it seems that we can be independent from the empire, concentrate on our own affairs, and wait until the third son Situ turns his back again to clean up the mess. But I don't want to clean up the mess. The mess is on the chessboard. Of course it can be called the endgame. If it is a real land and society, the civilization destroyed by the war cannot be rebuilt in a year or two. I have to try to preserve some vitality for our Tanghe nation. Look at Jiangnan and East China Sea. Now the people's livelihood is in decline and the economy is deteriorating. If this continues, within a few years, all the prosperous places in the empire will be reduced to ruins. I don't want to see this happen, both publicly and privately." Wu Feng said in a low voice. The voice was full of sadness in the cold night. After experiencing the desolation in the northwest, Wu Feng really didn't want to let this happen again.
"But you also said that Mr. Xiao and the others' opinions are very reasonable." Deep down in her heart, Su Jie was also unwilling to take risks without Feng. "They questioned whether your entry into the capital could really divide and disintegrate and win over the imperial nobility. In addition, they also believe that the current aristocratic power of the empire has been greatly weakened, and there is no need to take such a big risk. As for the business class, they are seeking profit. Your prestige has been deeply rooted in the people of the empire. For them, there is For a leader like you, as long as you raise your arms and everyone will follow suit, why do you need to take this risk?"
"Things are not as optimistic as everyone imagined. The power of the aristocracy has been established since the first three dynasties, and the empire has developed to its peak. This kind of strong accumulation cannot be overturned in one generation. If we want to achieve the unified empire in the shortest time, The purpose of all forces is to win over or even bribe the aristocratic forces in the empire. Maybe you all feel that as soon as the army arrives and sweeps across the country, everyone in the world will be united. Things in the world are not that easy. Even if we can Military occupation, but a lot of work still needs to be done to win over people's hearts. The business class is important, but they have been politically discriminated against, and in the past two years, their power in Jiangnan and the East China Sea has also been greatly weakened. Especially in the countryside, it is the aristocratic power headed by the landowners that really plays the dominant role.”
"If I want to speed up the integration process, it is equivalent to competing with Situ Sanzi for the power of these people. If we can successfully divide and disintegrate part of the power that originally belonged to Situ Sanzi, then our eastward march will be much smoother in the future. . Now the situation is chaotic, and these forces are also hesitant. It is an opportunity for us, and we must seize it. And the imperial capital is where these forces are concentrated, especially this time the meeting of the kings that everyone is looking forward to, All parties will not let go of this opportunity, and we cannot let it go either. If you want to invite these people here at ordinary times, it will be rare to meet them all."
Seeing that Su Jie still looked worried, Wu Feng smiled and said, "Don't worry so much. I will not enter the imperial capital easily, but I can invite representatives from all parties to meet in the military camp. Even if I have to enter as a last resort, then I will I have complete arrangements. As for the Qinghe Mansion, I will naturally arrange for people to ensure the passage, so that all parties will be satisfied. I also have to think about it carefully. If the three Situ brothers really want to join forces to deal with me, I will What method will be used to break their union, or who is more suitable to strike?"
"Feng Lang, in short, be cautious. The imperial capital is like a tiger's mouth. You have been trapped before. The people of the Situ family will not be unable to see the current situation. It is inevitable to join forces to deal with you. There are some things we can do in one step. Do it in one step. If you are eager for success, you will often fall into the trap." Su Jie also knew that it would be difficult for her to change the mind of the person next to her. Since Qingyang raised troops, Su Jie has been doing strange things. There are countless dangers. Perhaps because he has never suffered a real setback, he has developed an arrogant heart. The last time he was trapped in the imperial capital, he finally escaped, which may have added to his mentality. But this time is different. Last time, no one had the intention to kill him, but this time, almost everyone has the intention to kill him, and they kill him quickly. In this case, even if there are many arrangements, who can How can we guarantee that there won’t be any mistakes in the process
The days are passing by day by day. Now that the trip to the Imperial Capital has been confirmed, even if everyone under his command is extremely reluctant, they can only do everything possible to make up for it. A letter respectfully inviting An Qier to leave Beijing and come to Hanzhong has been sent out. This is a prerequisite for Wu Feng and his party to go to Beijing. However, things have also developed well. The Fourth Army and the Third Army have adjusted their defenses. The Fourth Army is fully responsible for the defense of Jinzhong. , there seemed to be room for maneuver. The original plan of finding a way through Yusuf became a backup plan. With Ying Jianming's two divisions in Jinzhong, Wufeng's way to Beijing seemed to be It opened up all of a sudden.
Everyone also knows that there are many unknown hidden forces behind their master. Whether they are hidden among the people or in the enemy camp, many matters are beyond the scope of their involvement. Naturally, they cannot show curiosity, just like this. They had to express their opinions on this important matter of going to Beijing. The world's affairs were connected with one body, and it could be said that one thing affected the whole body.