Then he faced Shang Jianxiong and said, "As long as the army leaves Nanzhou, even if he wins, he will inevitably suffer huge losses. Isn't it easy to kill the Nanzhou army afterwards? It's too easy to cut off the army's supplies. Got it!"
Shang Jianxiong nodded repeatedly and said: "Da Sikong is an old man who plans for the country."
Tong Mo: "The issue now is not whether to give the general the military power to suppress the rebellion, but whether giving this kind of temporary military power can persuade Nanzhou to send troops. If the other party insists on using Da Sima's military power as an excuse to send troops, then everything will be in vain. At that time, we can only try our best to force the five princes to sacrifice their lives, but it is really not possible..." The words stopped here.
Shang Jianxiong was about to listen to what he had to say. Seeing that he had listened, he quickly asked: "How is it?"
Tong Mo seemed to have made a lot of determination before he said, "If it doesn't work out, ask Zhao for help and ask Zhao to send troops to help!"
Shang Yongzhong had been discussing his position, but Shang Yongzhong didn't speak. This matter had nothing to do with him, so he finally spoke out, "Zhao Guo has ulterior motives on the sidelines and is just sitting back and enjoying the success. How can he easily use troops for me, Dayan?"
"Of course not, but we can talk! We can first send someone to contact His Majesty's aunt, the Queen Mother Shang, and ask her to help speak. If that doesn't work, we will cede Nanzhou to Zhao as a condition for sending troops." Tong Mo gritted his teeth and said this traitorous statement. Word.
In the eyes of ordinary people, this must be a betrayal of the country, but in the eyes of the few in front of them, it is a forced act of breaking off one's arm to survive.
Several people's eyes flickered, sensing his sinister intentions. If Nanzhou did not send troops, they would simply give Nanzhou to Zhao in exchange for the opportunity to send troops.
As an emperor, Shang Jianxiong was a little hesitant to cede land and found it difficult to say.
Shang Yongzhong hesitated and said: "Nanzhou is a thorn in the side. If it is ceded to Zhao, it will be difficult for Zhao to swallow it. Based on this, I am afraid that Zhao will not agree easily."
Tong Mo gritted his teeth again and said: "Then cede Dingzhou to Zhao again. If you don't agree, we will cede another state until Zhao agrees to send troops!"
Shang Jianxiong remained silent.
Gao Jiancheng, who was also silent for a while, said slowly: "If we really do this, I am afraid that I will never be able to shake off my reputation as a treacherous official in Dayan."
Tong Mo looked back, "Do you think I am willing to see this situation happen? This way, at least Dayan can be saved. A surviving Dayan is better than a destroyed Dayan! As long as Dayan is still there, there will still be lost things. Take the opportunity back, otherwise you will lose both!"
This topic is relatively heavy, but once it comes to life and death, what is more important than staying alive? At that time, we can only survive in this way.
Shang Jianxiong's silence means he has no objection, which means that the matter has basically been settled. He will first test it out as a counter-rebellion general to see if he can get Nanzhou to send troops. If there is no other way, he can only do what Tong Mo said. Survival with a broken arm.
Gao Jiancheng sighed helplessly. As expected, he expected that he would rather give up to foreign thieves than domestic slaves. He would rather cede the territory to others than give the military power of the Great Sima of Yan State to Shang Chaozong.
He could also understand Tong Mo's attitude. First of all, it was because of Shang Jianxiong, and secondly, because of Tong Mo himself. There was a lot of unpleasantness between Tong Mo and Prince Ning back then, and the feud seemed to stem from that woman in Jinzhou. Down. Back then, many people coveted that woman's beauty, and Tong Mo was one of them, and wanted to take advantage of the opportunity to possess that woman. It is said that the man was already in hand and had taken off his clothes. Just when he was about to accomplish his good deed, King Ning, who had returned from the expedition, came with his troops and beat Tong Mo so severely that Tong Mo lost all his face. The woman seemed to be following Prince Ning. Being robbed of his woman became a joke in the capital. This was Tong Mo's great shame and humiliation!
Later, King Ning repeatedly criticized Tong Mo's character and prevented Tong Mo from ascending to the throne. With some subsequent events, how could Tong Mo dare to let King Ning's son regain the power of the Yan Kingdom's army
It was precisely because of this hatred that Tong Mo and Prince Ning were on opposite sides, and because of this, he was promoted to fight against Prince Ning, and he has been a very popular minister to this day!
After the three important ministers left the imperial study, Shang Jianxiong sighed, watched the three people leave, shook his head and said, "Da Situ is a bit out of his element today."
Tian Yu, who got closer, chuckled and said: "It's somewhat selfish. After all, my son died in the hands of Niu Youdao and those people. They went to assassinate Niu Youdao. Niu Youdao controlled Nanzhou with one hand. Once Nanzhou is let With the military power over there, the Gao family still doesn’t know what the outcome will be.”
Shang Jianxiong said: "Man, how can anyone not be selfish? As long as the selfishness is not harmful to the country, as long as the selfishness is on the side of national affairs, it doesn't hurt! Da Situ still has a heart of loyalty to the country." His eyes were also full of sympathy. Gao Jiancheng looked pleased. As long as the ministers around him united closely with him, he had nothing to fear.
Tian Yu bowed, "Your Majesty said so."
Outside the hall, Gao Jiancheng strode forward. Tong Mo deliberately slowed down his pace. Shang Yongzhong glanced at him and also slowed down.
After Gao Jiancheng left, Tong Mo said slowly, "Da Situ is a little abnormal today compared to the past."
Shang Yongzhong smiled and helped him secure his position. Is there anything wrong with being abnormal? It would be better to stay this normal from now on. He replied calmly, "It's understandable. My son died in the hands of the other party. It's inevitable that I'll be a little excited."
Tong Mo glanced at him sideways and sneered, "Is this really true? I think he is a little abnormal. I think he is deliberately trying to win His Majesty's favor. Don't be blinded by him." The slow pace was just to remind him.
Shang Yongzhong understood what he meant and was worried that he might repay Gao Jiancheng's kindness and stand by Gao Jiancheng's side. He immediately leaned slightly and said: "Don't worry, Da Sikong. Gao respects His Majesty and follows Da Sikong's orders. He will not flatter you." Confused!"
Tong Mo smiled slightly and then left with normal steps...
The palace's decision quickly spread to Maolu Villa. At this time, it seems that only Maolu Villa can take charge of such matters in Nanzhou.
The Shang Chaozong cannot be the master. Dachanshan can't play so big, so he pretends to be dead on the sidelines for fear of getting into trouble.
Therefore, the three major sects basically communicated directly with Maolu Villa for anything they had to do.
After receiving the news, Long Xiu naturally found Niu Youdao immediately.
After hearing what the court wanted, Niu Youdao was somewhat surprised. He thought that the court was going to refuse and he would then lower the conditions. Unexpectedly, the court directly gave the concession result, which saved him from going around in circles.
However, he was still not that happy and sighed, "It seems that the court is still not sincere!"
Long Xiu originally thought that he would use some other means to get the court to agree, but it was nothing more than that. He found that he had overestimated this guy a little, and wasted some time here. Even Gong Lince and Meng Xuan were disappointed. He complained quite a bit, probably to accuse him. Is there any need to ask the court about this kind of question? The imperial court will definitely not agree, it is simply unnecessary!
"The military power of the Great Sima is not a child's play. It's not that the court is not sincere, but it depends on whether you are sincere in countering rebellion! The general's military power is enough to counter the rebellion, and the size of the court is relatively accurate. If you are not satisfied yet, then It only shows that you have ulterior motives.”
When he said this, Long Xiu glanced at the man in colorful clothes not far away. If the elite forces of the three major sects hadn't basically gathered on the border army and couldn't spare any effort to deal with it, how could he have been so polite? I showed the color of Thatched Cottage.
Because of the grain cutoff incident, he even had the intention to kill Niu Youdao, but his plan changed. Unexpectedly, the five princes joined forces to be a fool. As a result, before he could be cruel to Niu Youdao, he ran to beg for help. , killing Niu Youdao at this time would cause chaos in Nanzhou, let alone expect Nanzhou to send troops to quell the rebellion.
Niu Youdao: "Palace Master, it's not that I want to bargain, but to compare my feelings. I just want to ask the Palace Master, what benefits will it bring to Nanzhou after Nanzhou sends troops?"
Long Xiu raised his eyebrows: "What benefits do you want?" He felt a little angry.
Niu Youdao: "The palace master has already reached this point. If I don't send troops anymore, I will be ignorant, and I will not be able to face the palace master again in the future. I only want a comforting reason to send troops, and after the incident is completed, I will not want anything else from the court. I don’t expect anything from the court, so please give an explanation to the officers and soldiers of Nanzhou, and an explanation to Prince Yongping, so that the prince can get back some of what he has lost!”
Long Xiu was curious, "What is it?"
Niu Youdao: "The position of Prince Ning is a hereditary prince and can be passed down to descendants. Prince Yongping was originally a prince, but was later demoted to a prince. How about restoring the title of prince?"
this one? This was not a difficult task for Long Xiu. It was just a prestige, so he agreed on the spot, "Okay, I will guarantee this matter. As long as Nanzhou sends troops to quell the rebellion, regardless of whether the quelling of the rebellion is successful or not, I will guarantee the negotiation." Chaozong takes back the title of prince!"
Niu Youdao immediately handed over his hand and said from the bottom of his heart: "The palace master is the guarantor, so Niu Youdao is naturally convinced. Please ask the court to issue an edict. When the edict comes, it will be the day when the Nanzhou army goes out to suppress the rebellion!"
This is the right attitude, Long Xiu smiled...
After settling this matter, Long Xiu also left and hurried back to the capital to ask the court to issue an urgent decree. This matter could not be delayed any longer.
Shang Shuqing was accompanying Meng Shanming. After Meng Shanming arrived, the only person close to him was Shang Shuqing, and he could only be accompanied by Shang Shuqing.
Niu Youdao, who sent Long Xiu away, arrived and told Meng Shanming the final result. There was no need to avoid Shang Shuqing in this matter.
Shang Shuqing's eyes turned red inexplicably when she thought of something after learning that she could help her brother regain his lost position as prince.
Meng Shanming was also moved.
After telling the details, Niu Youdao said: "The matter has been decided. This is all I can do. Next, it depends on the prince and Meng Shuai."
Meng Shanming sat in a wheelchair and bowed, "I have thanked the Taoist Master on behalf of Dayan, and I have thanked the Taoist Master on behalf of the Prince. Meng Shanming will live up to the great trust of the Taoist Master and die exhausted!"
Shang Shuqing saluted Niu Youdao with an upright and half-crouched posture.
Niu Youdao waved his hand, indicating that there was no need to be polite, "I will arrange for Meng Shuai to go back and wait for the court's decree. After Meng Shuai returns, he can remind the prince that the princess is a heroine on the battlefield, and it is time for her to come out and breathe. , it is better to die on the battlefield than to suffocate her to death at home. The prince has no shortage of women, why can't he tolerate a Feng Ruonan? Being too unkind and unjust would make people feel chilling. I defrauded the princess of the money back then, and I still haven't paid it back. I owe the princess a favor, and I hope the prince can treat her well!"
He didn't say it outright before, but this time he spoke clearly for Feng Ruonan.
Tears immediately appeared in Shang Shuqing's eyes, and she raised her sleeves to wipe her eyes. Guan Fangyi also pursed her lips.
Neither of them thought that Niu Youdao would still be thinking about this matter at this time, and the two women were struck with soft hearts.
Meng Shanming cupped his hands and clasped his fists: "Don't worry, Lord Dao. I will urge the prince when I get back. If the prince doesn't agree, I will never let go. As long as I am here, I will never let anyone easily embarrass the princess!"
Niu Youdao nodded with his sword, "The wind is blowing and the clouds are flying. Meng Shuai has a good journey!"