Shi Jingtang's death had a relatively large impact, the biggest impact being that it once again made people see clearly the cruelty of this era.
As the largest military leader in this chaotic era, the Emperor of the Central Plains, from the Later Liang to the Later Tang, and now to the current Later Jin, Shi Jingtang was actually the only two emperors to have a good death.
The last emperor to die a good death was his father-in-law, Emperor Mingzong of the Later Tang Dynasty, Li Siyuan.
Thirty-four years since Zhu Quanzhong destroyed the Tang Dynasty and established itself in the 907th year, starting the chaos of the Five Dynasties
The fates of the three emperors of the Middle and Later Liang Dynasties and the four emperors of the Later Tang Dynasty were similar.
Zhu Wen, Taizu of the Later Liang Dynasty, was killed by his son Zhu Yougui.
The deposed emperor Zhu Yougui was overthrown and killed by his younger brother Zhu Youzhen.
The last emperor, Zhu Youzhen, ordered his confidant Huangfulin to kill Li Cunxu, who had won over Yinqiang Xiaojiedu, before entering Bianliang.
And the Later Tang Dynasty, which destroyed Zhu Liang, did not escape this fate.
Zhuangzong Li Cunxu was besieged by the rebel army because of his late political corruption and his desire to use his actors and servants to seize the military power of generals in various places. He finally died in Xingjiaomen.
Then there was Li Siyuan's son, Li Conghou, Emperor Min of the Later Tang Dynasty. He was rebelled by Li Siyuan's adopted son Li Congke from Fengxiang and was eventually killed.
Li Congke was led by Shi Jingtang to lead the Khitan army southward. Before he conquered Tokyo, he burned his whole family on Xuanwu Tower.
And even if Li Siyuan and Shi Jingtang received a good death, their good death is still a big question mark.
Because Li Siyuan died of grief and horror after being killed after the Qin King Li Congrong failed to seize power by force.
Shi Jingtang was even more aggrieved. He was attacked in turn by Yelu Deguang, Liu Zhiyuan, and Zhang Zhao, but he couldn't do anything about anyone, so he could only die in depression. It could be said that he was angry to death.
Only by sorting out the tragic experiences of these five emperors can we clearly see the cruelty of the situation at this time, which was very cruel to everyone.
By the time of the Later Zhou Dynasty, the political situation began to stabilize, and among them were Guo Rong, Zhao Kuangyin and others with outstanding talents and strategies.
But there is another reason why even the wave warriors of this era are tired of this endless killing and precarious life.
Once a true enlightened master is born, everyone seems to be rushing to serve him. This is the beginning of people's peace of mind.
....
Although Kaifeng Prefecture in Tokyo and Liangzhou in Hexi are thousands of miles apart, the news of Shi Jingtang's death was sent to Hexi as soon as possible.
This was not a special order from Shi Chonggui, but because Empress Li misunderstood Shi Jingtang's intention before his death. She thought that Shi Jingtang wanted to meet Princess Yongle.
So when Shi Jingtang died, he quickly sent people to Liangzhou to summon Princess Yongle back to Kaifeng Mansion in Tokyo.
Of course, this information was not sent to Murong Nobunaga and Princess Yongle immediately, but to Zhang Zhao's desk.
After all, in today's Hexi, Zhang Zhaocai is the one who sticks to his word. No one dares to go beyond him and inform anyone of any news from the Later Jin Dynasty, not even Murong Nobunaga.
Mrs. Cao Sanniang held up her slightly bulging belly and brought a bowl of chicken soup to Zhang Chao.
Originally, at Cao Sanniang's age, Zhang Zhao was not prepared to let him get pregnant again.
At this time, there was no caesarean section technology, and there were no screening methods for children with Down syndrome. Sanniangzi was already thirty-five years old this year, and even in future generations, she would still be considered an advanced pregnant woman.
However, continuation of children can be said to be the most important job for women in this era.
Mrs. Cao Sanniang was unwilling to give up her right to have children at an age when she could still have children.
In her opinion, this woman died in the delivery room, just like a man died on the battlefield, that was her life!
Females continue to produce offspring, and males use all means to ensure the survival of offspring. This is the truest truth of this era.
Zhang Zhao reached out and handed the letter sent by Empress Li's envoy to Cao Sanniang. Sanniang took it and looked at it. After a while, she sighed and shook her head.
"The Lord of Jin is one of the few emperors of the Central Plains who has been able to die a good death since the fall of the great dynasty. But why do I still think that he lived such a miserable life?"
Zhang Zhao curled his lips and smiled silently, how could it not be miserable?
These warriors, since the Anshi Rebellion, have started to fool around, thinking that they can do anything with the sword handles in their hands.
But they did not expect that force is the most unstable order in the world.
Once force is lost, and even basic moral and legal constraints are lost, no one will benefit.
All people who seem to be in a good position, no matter whether you are the emperor or the commander-in-chief, need to bear this terrible backlash.
Zhang Zhaoyi briefly and comprehensively stated his views, and Mrs. Cao Sanni nodded repeatedly while listening.
"So by being so cautious in this regard, Erlang is just trying to prevent himself from falling into the terrible reincarnation of the Emperor of Central Plains?"
Zhang Zhao also nodded and discussed these matters with Cao Sanniang without any hesitation.
"That's true. Although it seems a little silly for me to tie my own hands with loyalty, filial piety and benevolence, I am actually binding the hands of the people below me with loyalty, filial piety and benevolence.
We would rather move a little slower to avoid falling into this horrible cycle.
At that time, Li Yazi, a hero from the Tang Guozhuang Temple, was found dead in the Xingjiao Gate, which is enough for me to give him a warning."
Mrs. Cao Sanniang nodded in agreement. She hoped to escape from this terrifying reincarnation more than Zhang Zhao.
Because once Zhang Zhao falls into that situation, the worst he can do is die, but the concubines and children like them will probably have to endure far more miserable things than death.
"Then do we still need to inform Nobunaga'er Yongle about this matter?"
After all, she was her biological son and biological daughter-in-law. Lady Cao Sanniang still cared about this matter. Shi Jingtang could not say that she was his son's brother-in-law.
Zhang Zhao turned around, took Cao Sanniang's hand and asked her.
"Isn't Sanniang always a hero among women? Do you think I should send someone to express my condolences?"
Zhang Zhao asked about condolences, not whether to inform Murong Nobunaga and Princess Yongle.
Because in his opinion, this must be notified, there is no need to be secretive, and it is not a shameful thing, it is just that he has done a great job in angering Shi Jingtang to death.
Lady Cao Sanni has known Zhang Zhao for many years, and she did not doubt that Zhang Zhao wanted to use these words to test her. She nodded lightly and said.
"When the king first founded the country and spread the word to the world, he spoke so decisively to the Lord of Jin. Although Enu wanted to come, the king's final intention was to reconcile with the Jin country.
After all, if we provoke the Central Plains court to use all its strength to deal with me in Hexi, it would be more than worth the loss. It would be better to direct their anger towards the Khitan.
But if someone is sent to express condolences, the king's previous letter was so resolute and he will post it again now. I'm afraid people in the world will say that he is in a hurry.
Moreover, on the Jin side, I don’t know yet whether King Zheng Shi Chonggui, who has ascended the throne, will be willing to accept our condolences.
But if you don't go, I'm afraid there will be more criticism from the world, thinking that the king is still competing with the dead. If Shi Chonggui feels that he is looked down upon by the king, then the hatred will be serious."
Lady Cao Sanniang was still analyzing the pros and cons for Zhang Zhao as before, while Zhang Zhao was laughing.
"Sanniang has said so much. I think you must have a way to deal with it. Why don't you come and listen."
Lady Cao Sanniang smiled when she heard this and walked up to Zhang Zhao's back. She stretched out her hand and started to squeeze Zhang Zhao's shoulders. She said slowly.
"The Queen of Jin and his wife raised Yongle single-handedly. They are no different from Yongle's parents.
Since Yongle married into our family, he was a virtuous, virtuous, tolerant and gentle man, so why not let Nobunaga'er and Yongle go to Kaifeng Mansion in Tokyo to express their condolences in a private name.
By the way, I had some discussions with King Zheng and Shi Chonggui, and went to check things out for the king's envoy.
Zhang Zhao nodded, thinking that this could be done. It was really inappropriate for him to send an envoy to Tokyo now, but it was still okay to let Murong Nobunaga and his wife go back.
.....
Murong Nobunaga's residence is quite far away from Yongxun Palace. This is also the place where Zhang Zhao admires Murong Nobunaga the most.
Originally, according to Zhang Zhao's wishes, his residence was to be located nearby Yongxun Palace.
After all, he has to enter the palace at any time, and sometimes it is convenient for Cao Sanniang to go out of the palace to see him.
But Murong Nobunaga insisted on choosing the farthest house, several miles away from Yongxun Palace.
The superficial reason, of course, is that he likes to go out hunting and playing at any time, so he chose a place near the city, but the most direct reason is that Zhang Zhao knows it very well.
Murong Nobunaga's current status is a bit special. Although Zhang Zhao trusts him, there are still some situations that need to be paid attention to.
For example, in this case, although they live close by, it is indeed very convenient for two people to meet. Sometimes, it can also be understood as doing other things, such as leading troops into the palace, which can be faster.
Therefore, because they were far away, by the time Murong Nobunaga arrived, the pregnant Cao Sanniang had already gone down to rest because she couldn't bear the sleepiness.
After Murong Nobunaga saw the letter, there was no joy or sorrow on his face, but he was still very emotional.
He lived in Kaifeng Mansion in Tokyo for more than half a year, and Shi Jingtang was very kind to him.
He only married a former Tang princess, but he still got the title of Prince Consort Commandery.
He also held the symbolic military attache positions of Zuo Yulin and Zuo Yulin, and Left and Right Long Xiang, respectively.
Shi Jingtang actually wanted to keep Murong Nobunaga by his side, but in the end due to Zhang Zhao's strong request and Murong Nobunaga's own opposition, he had no choice but to let him go.
But it was very unusual to allow Princess Yongle to leave with him. Since ancient times, there has never been a princess like him.
"A little sad?" Zhang Zhao asked lightly.
Murong Nobunaga hesitated for a moment, then nodded.
"Yes, the emperor is actually a poor man. He was forced to this point step by step."
"Poor people must be hateful! Moreover, Shi Jingtang's actions were a bit too extreme.
Originally, he could only use his father's service to the Khitan and give him more gold, silver, brocade, and silk to achieve his goal of inviting Khitan troops to go south.
But he cut off the sixteen states of Yanyun in one fell swoop in order to achieve a goal that no one could imitate.
Even if they cut off a few less states, they would not be trapped in such a situation, nor would the Khitan people's strength expand so quickly.
And all of this will eventually require our athletes to use their blood to pay off his debts."
Zhang Zhao knew that Murong Nobunaga would definitely have some sympathy for Shi Jingtang, so he had to make it clear that Murong Nobunaga could not go to Tokyo to express his condolences with such a mentality.
Murong Nobunaga thought for a moment and then nodded, "Yeah, you are right. Although Shi Jingtang is pitiful, it is not enough to cover up the harm he has caused to the people of the world.
It’s useless for the Khitan people if they don’t have the Sixteen States of Yanyun. With the land of Yanyun, we will have to spend at least the blood of tens of thousands of warriors to get it back.”
Zhang Zhao walked over and patted Murong Nobunaga on the shoulder, "It's good if you think like this, one thing is the same thing.
You should take Yongle to Kaifeng Mansion in Tokyo this time. You should also contact Prince Zheng and Shi Chonggui and listen to your sister Empress Li’s thoughts."
Speaking of this, Zhang Zhao hesitated for a moment, "Zhang Liecheng is in Tokyo now, and he is in charge of our hidden line in Tokyo.
You go find him, turn some of the hidden threads in his hands into open threads, and stay in Tokyo in the name of you and Yongle.
You have accepted those disciples, find an opportunity so that Xiang Hai'er, Wang Shenqi and others can go to Hexi."
Murong Nobunaga showed a troubled expression on his face, "The Jinyi Messenger is the father's confidant. I'm afraid it wouldn't be good for the child to come into contact with him like this, right?"
Zhang Zhao glared at him, "What's wrong? I asked you to go."
Zhang Zhao touched his chin as he spoke, "As for Hedong, you still have to keep in touch with Murong Yanzhao. Bai Chengfu and others can also feel free to contact him.
I think Shi Chonggui would be happy to see you touch Liu Zhiyuan's temper, but don't make any promises.
Bai Chengfu has average abilities and is praised by all forces, so he is not very reliable."
"Save the child! But since we have to go so far, the tiger head has to be sent to the palace. Father will take care of it for me."
Murong Nobunaga said with a smile, and Zhang Zhao immediately waved his hand, asking him to get down quickly and prepare to set off.
Hutou is the son of Murong Nobunaga and Princess Yongle. He is just over one year old now.
Murong Nobunaga said that although the journey was too far and it was not suitable to take Hutou along with him, it still did not give Zhang Zhao any reassurance.
This chapter has been completed!