The reason why Wu Gongshan was scolded by Shang Jianxiong as a rebellious official and traitor was because Wu Gongshan was also an old subordinate of King Ning. He had the same meaning as Shao Dengyun. Faced with the purge of the imperial court, he had to stand on his own to protect himself. However, Shao Dengyun did not find such a strong backer at the beginning and needed to rely on external forces. Just treason.
However, Wu Gongshan fell in love with Tongxian Pavilion, and they hit it off immediately. They had a background relationship with Tongxian Pavilion. With Zijindong's acquiescence, he took over the weight of Cangzhou's army.
The original Tongxian Pavilion had the same meaning as the earlier Tianyumen. It opened up the relationship between the three major factions and occupied a small area in the east and a small area in the west of Yan State. The sphere of influence was fragmented.
What is stronger than Tianyumen is that Tongxian Pavilion occupies a lot of fragmented territory, and its strength is far stronger than Tianyumen. The fragmented territory has long been unable to satisfy Tongxian Pavilion's appetite. However, there is Zijin Cave pressing down, and Tongxian Pavilion is not allowed to The pavilion is in chaos.
Wu Gongshan was recruited, and his men were all King Ning's original men and horses. The soldiers and horses were strong enough to cover one side, giving Tongxian Pavilion the capital to stand on its own.
Tongxian Pavilion quickly cleared up the relationship with Zijin Cave, and then broke the territory into pieces, in exchange for a whole piece of territory in Cangzhou to be independent.
To make Tongxian Pavilion gain power, it is true that the influence of Zijindong's appointment as head of the group is also important. To some extent, the three major sects also need secular power to check and balance the secular imperial power. Therefore, in some places in Yan State that are similar to Tongxian Pavilion, they are all Because there are three major factions in the background.
Without the acquiescence of the three major sects, it would be difficult to gain a foothold. Just like Tianyu Sect wants to take over Nanzhou, it must obtain the approval of the three major sects in advance.
As for Wu Gongshan, who supports his troops and respects himself, those in the Yan Kingdom are basically the old troops of King Ning.
When King Ning was still alive, he ruled that all parties in the Yan Kingdom were dissatisfied, and all kinds of self-respect for supporting the army had long been defeated by King Ning's southern and northern campaigns. The spiritual sects in various places also obeyed the rules obediently, and in exchange for the Yan Kingdom's temporary Its strong momentum makes neighboring countries fearful.
Just because they saw that the country was unified, they felt free from worries, and some people in the court were unwilling to be suppressed by King Ning, so they tried their best to instigate Shang Jianxiong, such as Tong Mo and others, which made Shang Jianxiong ready to attack King Ning. As a result, after King Ning died, King Ning's old tribes who were unwilling to kill him established themselves one by one in one place and another, so that the Yan Kingdom became like this today.
The three major factions secretly blame Shang Jianxiong for being incompetent, and Shang Jianxiong secretly blames the three major factions for being the source of the trouble.
People and interests are intertwined with each other and are extremely complicated. The things involved cannot be explained clearly in a few words.
No matter how humiliated he was when he was forced by the three major factions just now, when he heard about Qu Yunkong's assassination, Shang Jianxiong became highly vigilant and realized that the problem was not simple.
After all, he is the emperor of the Yan Kingdom. No matter how bad he is, he is still the one who upholds the inheritance of his ancestors. He is also the person who least wants to see the Yan Kingdom fall apart.
It would definitely not be a good thing if something happens to Cangzhou when foreign enemies are watching!
The atmosphere in the hall changed instantly. The three major factions took action. Shang Jianxiong also ordered the Intelligence Department to take action to quickly investigate the situation in Cangzhou.
The three heads temporarily settled in the palace and did not go back, also to exchange information with Shang Jianxiong, so as to facilitate a timely and comprehensive analysis of the situation.
As a result, in just two days, without any analysis, the situation came out.
Cangzhou rebelled!
Not to mention the mysterious death of Wu Gongshan, Wu Gongshan's younger brother Wu Gongling was originally Wu Gongshan's deputy general. He also held considerable military power in Cangzhou and was also a general of King Ning. At this time, he took over the military power of Cangzhou and killed him. Some of Wu Gongshan's cronies sent troops to attack Yuanzhou of Yan State.
Shan Dongxing, an elder of Tongxian Pavilion, temporarily took over the position of head of Tongxian Pavilion and killed the wife, sons and daughters of the previous head Qu Yunshan and a group of Qu Yunshan's close disciples.
The reason for the execution was to avenge the leader. It was said that Qu Yunshan's wife intended to seize the position of the leader and collaborated with a group of people to murder Qu Yunshan.
Regardless of whether outsiders believed this reason or not, the people inside Tongxian Pavilion seemed to believe it. After avenging the leader, they immediately cooperated with Wu Gongling's army to attack Yuanzhou.
Behind this, people from the three major factions of Korea and Song Dynasty also appeared to cooperate.
It seems to have something to do with Niu Youdao. It was Niu Youdao's sworn brother Quan Taifeng and sworn sister Hui Qingping who intervened in the matter.
What the two failed to succeed in Nanzhou, they succeeded after moving to Cangzhou, and successfully set off a turmoil within the Yan Kingdom.
Faced with the attack, Yuanzhou resisted immediately.
However, Yuanzhou, like Dingzhou, dispatched a large number of people to the border to participate in the defense of the military deployments of South Korea and Song Dynasty. In this situation, faced with King Ning's old troops who had experienced hundreds of battles, Yuanzhou was an opponent. They were beaten and retreated, so they could only use harassment tactics to delay the attack, waiting for reinforcements from the court.
Nanzhou's attack on Dingzhou had just caused an uproar in the capital. One wave after another, Cangzhou began to rebel again, and the capital was in turmoil.
Before convening the ministers to discuss the matter, Shang Jianxiong first summoned Tong Mo to the imperial study.
Since Tong Mo was able to occupy the position of Prime Minister of the Yan Kingdom, he was naturally highly trusted by Shang Jianxiong. On any major matter, Shang Jianxiong would summon him to discuss and get a rough idea first.
The king and his ministers talked secretly, and Tong Mo was worried that there were wolves in front of him and tigers in the back. The matter in Dingzhou was still pending, and the chaos in Cangzhou broke out. He couldn't help but ask how to decide the matter in Dingzhou
Shang Jianxiong did not hide it from him, and told him about the three major factions forcing him to cede three counties. Shang Jianxiong felt deeply resentful about this!
After hearing this, Tong Mo thought for a while and said slowly: "The gathering of border troops to defend Korea and Song Dynasty is the foundation of the country. No matter what happens, it must not be shaken. Once loosened, Dayan will surely turn into a pot of porridge! "
Shang Jianxiong: "King Ning's old army is a force of tigers and wolves. The troops in Yuanzhou are difficult to stop, and the troops in the surrounding areas are also difficult to stop. If we just sit back and watch, drastic changes may occur."
Tong Mo: "It's time for the three major factions to send their forces."
Shang Jianxiong was puzzled and asked: "How?"
Tong Mo: "They blamed your Majesty for causing the Nanzhou military rebellion. Your Majesty can't blame them? Cangzhou is the trouble created by Zijindong. Your Majesty can blame Zijindong for this reason. Cangzhou has been blatantly rebelling. When His Majesty is reasoning, they can hardly shirk their responsibilities. At this time, it is time for the princes from all sides who have indulged themselves in supporting troops and self-respecting troops to contribute." Speaking of this, his eyes narrowed slightly and he whispered: "The heavy troops gathered by the border troops are extremely heavy. Don't move, you can take the opportunity to weaken the secular forces of the three major sects."
Shang Jianxiong thought thoughtfully and understood what he meant. He nodded slightly and said: "The border troops are not moving. The people around Yuanzhou are doing their best to delay the Cangzhou rebels and force the three major factions to force the princes who support their own troops to send troops to quell the rebellion." , let them fight with the rebels and both sides will lose!"
Tong Mo nodded, "Can't the Shang Chaozong be able to fight? This is the best reason. If the war situation is not right, and the three major factions are forced to force the Nanzhou troops to suppress the rebellion, we can take this opportunity to severely consume the remnants of Prince Ning. Ichiban!"
"Very good, let's do it like this!" Shang Jianxiong nodded, and said worriedly: "No matter how forced, people are willing to send troops, but they may not be willing to provide money and food. I am afraid that the food and grass will still have to be provided by the court. The national situation is difficult, and the important task of raising food and grass must be Da Sikong. Think of something else."
Tong Mo bowed and said, "Old minister, I am bound to do my best and will try my best to do it, but it will only make my people in Dayan suffer again!"
After a confidential conversation, Tong Mo left first, and Shang Jianxiong also wanted to attend the temporary court meeting.
When he was getting dressed, Tian Yu said: "Last time, heavy troops from all over the country rushed to the border between Korea and Song Dynasty. The large amount of grain and grass raised had overwhelmed the people. The battle of Dingzhou was once again looted. This time, the people were already squeezed out by raising funds again. If nothing comes out, Da Sikong will probably attack the wealthy households in the capital and various states this time!"
Shang Jianxiong: "Others can't make those rich and powerful people spit out their things, but he is a clean man, and he has many ways to do whatever it takes. If he wants to keep his position, he must do it! There are some things that loyal ministers can't do. Once the loyal ministers do it, It will cause a violent backlash, but if he leaves, he can still suppress those people and there will be no chaos!"
Tian Yu nodded, "That's true."
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In the quiet room, cigarette smoke was lingering, and the gray-haired Shao Dengyun stood quietly in front of the case, looking at the portrait of Prince Ning hanging on the wall.
There was a knock on the door, and the voice of the butler Yang Shuang came from outside, "Master."
Shao Dengyun said: "Come in."
When the door opened, Yang Shuang stretched his head and came in to take a look. He was a little surprised. Normally, the master would not let people talk in here. What happened today
After entering and closing the door, he walked behind Shao Dengyun and saluted, then replied: "Master, according to reliable information, the war in Dingzhou should not have any more twists and turns. The three major factions have forced Shang Jianxiong to cede the land of the three counties to Nanzhou. , but the purpose was not made public.”
Shao Dengyun: "The young prince's wings have hardened."
He had been worried before that the Shang Dynasty Zonghui would order a response if something went wrong in the war. Once it got to that point, he would be in a dilemma.
The key is that it is difficult to respond. First of all, he is responsible for the confrontation with South Korea. Once his army goes south, there will be a big hole in Yan's defense line against South Korea, which will endanger the entire Yan country. Secondly, Tianyumen will not let it go!
Fortunately, Shang Chaozong had no intention of touching him from beginning to end. Now that the situation was settled, he finally let go of both worries.
As for the other person who is worried, it is not his son Shao Pingbo. As for that son, he is exhausted and has let it go.
He couldn't be the master of that son. The son was more capable than him, so he believed he didn't need to worry about it. He didn't want to worry about whether he was doing well or badly in Jin.
He was worried about Cangzhou. After hearing the news of Wu Gongshan's death, he was very moved. After all, they were both under King Ning's command and fought side by side on the battlefield. How could they not have friendship
"What's going on over there in Cangzhou?" Shao Dengyun asked.
Yang Shuang: "It's still the same. After attacking Yuanzhou, the Yuanzhou troops retreated steadily. The Yuanzhou troops had to avoid the battle and resorted to harassment to delay. It should be to delay the arrival of reinforcements from the imperial court. The current situation is not What a big change.”
Looking at the portrait of Prince Ning, Shao Dengyun couldn't help but sigh, "What's going on? Back then, everyone shed their blood for Dayan. How many people died in battles and were wrapped in horse leather. They were all the heroes who made great contributions to pacify Dayan. , how come in a blink of an eye...why are the rebellious ministers and traitors of Dayan the only ones alive now? Are we wrong? Your lord, why can’t Dayan tolerate us?" After saying that, he looked up to the sky and closed his eyes, crying silently.