This Tian Feng is not the other Tian Feng, not the one in the Three Kingdoms. He is the rebel army of Wanhu in the Yuan Dynasty. He controls a lot of thousands of households and is very powerful. Later he surrendered to Liu Futong, and then Mao Gui attacked Shandong, and from this
During the Northern Expedition, Tian Feng also cooperated with Mao Gui in using troops to capture cities and territories, and made many achievements.
But between Tian Feng and Mao Gui, or in other words, how could someone like Tian Feng be truly loyal to Han and Song!
"I have seen Mr. Zhang."
Tian Feng bowed his body and looked up at Zhang Ximeng with a flattering expression.
"General Tian, please sit down first, and we'll talk slowly if you have anything to say." Zhang Ximeng remained calm and demeanor. He asked Tian Feng to sit down, and then invited someone to serve tea.
Tian Feng, on the other hand, was very frightened. He only dared to sit a third of the way down on his buttocks. He was very good at horseback riding. He was worthy of being from the Yuan Dynasty, but he was more flattering than those reckless people.
"General Tian, there is no need to be nervous. I believe you also know some of our Ming Dynasty's ideas. We have always focused on the restoration of the Northern Expedition, and have always faced like-minded people with a broad mind."
Tian Feng was slightly pleased with Zhang Ximeng's opening remarks, but he did not dare to be careless in the slightest and was still frightened.
"Replying to Prime Minister Zhang, although I served as an official in the Yuan Dynasty in the early years, I also knew that the Yuan Dynasty acted rebelliously and harmed the world. It was just that I had no way out. Then the Red Scarf Army rose, and I joined the rebel army and made some achievements. It's just that
Recently, I have been quite disappointed. I feel that Prince Xiao Ming and Taishi Liu are ignorant and have a bleak future. I also see that the Ming Dynasty is prosperous and extraordinary, so I have the idea of abandoning the darkness and turning to the Ming Dynasty. I want to ask the Ming Dynasty to take them in!"
Tian Feng said, knelt down on his knees and crawled in front of Zhang Ximeng.
Zhang Ximeng smiled and said, "General Tian, you'd better get up!"
In the end, Zhang Ximeng had to pull him up with his own hands and let Tian Feng sit down.
"General Tian, it is naturally a good thing that you have your heart set on the Ming Dynasty. I welcome it very much... but the matter is very important. Can we have a chat first and make the matter clear?"
Tian Feng nodded hurriedly, "I respectfully listen to Mr. Zhang's teachings."
Zhang Ximeng said: "Nothing to talk about, just a casual chat... You have a very deep understanding of Yuan Ting. Yuan Ting is not just a stupid emperor and corrupt officials, but everything is rotten from top to bottom, from the inside out.
There is no cure. You can resolutely surrender to the rebels. This is in line with the trend and a meritorious act."
Tian Feng said hurriedly: "Thank you very much, Prime Minister Zhang, for your compliment. I am sincerely afraid."
Zhang Ximeng smiled and said: "I said, our Ming Dynasty's main mission is to destroy the Yuan Dynasty. If you join us now, will it cause the collapse of the Shandong Rebel Army and threaten the entire anti-Yuan Dynasty?"
Tian Feng was stunned for a moment, why was there something wrong with these words?
"Prime Minister Zhang, I am not capricious... It's just that the present Song Dynasty is full of chaos, Liu Futong is holding the emperor hostage, and he is powerful and self-absorbed. The people below are eccentric, and there are a group of scholars from aristocratic families who are wagging their lips and sowing discord, not to mention others.
, even Mao Pingzhang has been criticized and is in trouble both internally and externally. I really have no choice but to ask Prime Minister Zhang to take a closer look!"
Zhang Ximeng smiled and said, "What you said is correct, but I want you to think about it. If you come here now and Ming Dynasty accepts you, what will happen to the Red Scarf in Shandong?"
"This... I'm afraid there will be trouble, but..."
Zhang Ximeng waved his hand, interrupted him, and continued to ask: "What's next? What will happen to Han Song and King Xiao Ming?"
Tian Feng paused and said helplessly: "Chahan Timur's army is pressing down on the border and besieging Kaifeng from all sides. His Majesty King Xiao Ming is all pointing to the reinforcements from Shandong. If Shandong's troops and horses do not arrive, I am afraid that they will not be able to support it."
Zhang Ximeng nodded again, "That's it. Doesn't this mean that the land of the Central Plains has been handed over to Chahan Timur? After all, the losses are all the anti-Yuan rebels!"
Tian Feng was stunned. This truth is correct, but the question is, aren't you the prime minister of the Ming Dynasty?
Why are you worried about Han Song's life and death?
Isn't this pedantic?
Wouldn't it be a good thing to let Liu Futong and Chahan Timur die together?
"General Tian, it is a good thing that you are willing to join us. But at this time, I think it is inappropriate."
Zhang Ximeng said patiently: "Now we are allies with Liu Futong, and we are working together with Mao Pingzhang to fight against the Yuan Dynasty... I thought that at this moment, Chahan Timur, with the majesty of defeating the Northern Expeditionary Army, went south, as many as
There are hundreds of thousands of Yuan troops from Taihang to Henan, and from Shandong to Guanzhong. If they are allowed to capture Kaifeng, annex the Central Plains, and even control Shandong at this time, it will be extremely difficult to think about the Northern Expedition at that time.
"
Tian Feng became more and more stunned. He looked at Zhang Ximeng stupidly. The truth was correct, but I brought tens of thousands of troops to join me, and you insisted on opposing it. Are you the prime minister of the Ming Dynasty, or a minister of Han and Song Dynasties?
It's hard for me to understand your thoughts!
"General Tian, I think things have their own decisions. The fight against the Yuan Dynasty is the main thing at the moment, and our differences with Liu Futong are secondary. The most important thing at the moment is to shelve the dispute and focus on dealing with the Yuan army. We have sent troops to Nanyang,
Then he had to provide support to Mao Pingzhang and go north to fight against the Yuan Dynasty."
Zhang Ximeng said: "General Tian is willing to join us. We can send people to each other and interact with each other. Let your army understand our Ming Dynasty's ideas and some of our strategies. Make friends first, and then we can become a family. At that time, General Tian will
It will be much more convenient to join the Ming Dynasty."
Tian Feng was shocked, "Xiang Zhang, what do you mean, you want to send someone here? Isn't this just going to scare off the enemy?"
Zhang Ximeng smiled and shook his head, "Don't worry, we will definitely make arrangements and we will never expose your identity easily. We will also do our best to ensure your safety. If there is indeed a risk of safety, there will definitely be someone here to protect you."
, please rest assured about this!”
Tian Feng was even more surprised and subconsciously said: "Prime Minister Zhang, is there someone beside Prime Minister Liu?"
Zhang Ximeng smiled confidently, "I can't tell you specific things. But I can say with certainty that our Ming Dynasty is not the kind of banditry or decadent dynasty that relies on high-ranking officials, rich salaries, money and beautiful women to buy people. We have our own ideas
, have their own opinions. Regarding the overall situation, we advocate expelling the Huru and restoring China. In terms of the economy and people's livelihood, we advocate equal land and equal taxes, and the unity of the four people. When it comes to selecting and employing people, we employ them according to their ability. In our court
, there are even quite a few girls.”
"Of course, what we value most is a person's ideas and concepts. The key is to agree with our proposition... This is why I hope to send someone over, or you can send someone over. We can talk to each other. This is the best thing.
of."
When Tian Feng heard this, his heart moved slightly. His expression was still humble and his posture was more honest, but the enthusiasm in his words was a little less...
"Prime Minister Zhang, his subordinates are all a bunch of bastards who have never read any books. I'm afraid they don't understand any profound principles!"
Zhang Ximeng smiled and said, "It doesn't need to be too profound. We are just talking about the survival principles of ordinary people. They can learn if they don't study. We have many gentlemen in the army who started with literacy. To be honest, there are more than 100,000 literate people in the army.
, these soldiers are a valuable asset to the Ming Dynasty!"
"Soldiers can read, understand the truth, and know why they are fighting. They are courageous and invincible. This is also the magic weapon for us to sweep across the south. General Tian, nothing is difficult in the world. As long as you are determined, nothing will be an obstacle."
Zhang Ximeng stared at Tian Feng like a kind teacher.
But Tian Feng felt more and more uncomfortable. He glanced at Zhang Ximeng secretly and thought for a while before saying: "Prime Minister Zhang, since we need to understand both sides, can you let me go back and discuss it with the people below before making a decision?"
"Okay!" Zhang Ximeng said: "You are here on behalf of Mao Pingzhang this time. I will provide you with 50,000 shi of military rations, a batch of weapons, and 300 large crossbows. It can be regarded as a gift!"
Tian Feng hurriedly thanked him profusely, then bowed and left.
As soon as he left, Zhang Ximeng's eyes gradually became serious, leaving only a slight sneer on his face.
Guo Ying unknowingly stood next to Zhang Ximeng, leaned over and said: "Prime Minister Zhang, isn't this Tian Feng sincerely seeking refuge?"
Zhang Ximeng said with a smile: "It's just for sale! He is still too selfish!"
"Then, should we take action against him? And what about those military supplies and weapons?"
"Here! This is for the Northern Expeditionary Army. You need to let the Ministry of War inform Mao Gui. As for Tian Feng... we don't want to do it, and it's not convenient for us to do it. He wants to take refuge. Let's make things clear to him.
Love comes or not, if we do it casually, it will violate your code of doing things and turn yourself into a thief, do you understand?"
"Understood!" Guo Ying agreed quickly, "It's just that I'm worried that Tian Feng will have other thoughts if he doesn't succeed in taking refuge?"
"You don't have to worry." Zhang Ximeng blinked and said with a smile: "He will definitely do this. If I guess correctly, he will probably send someone to contact Chahan Timur at the same time."
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Guo Ying was even more shocked, "Prime Minister Zhang, if Tian Feng defected to Chahan Timur, wouldn't the Shandong Red Scarf be doomed? Mao Gui is in danger!"
Zhang Ximeng smiled and nodded, "Then do you understand now why I am not willing to accept Tian Feng immediately?"
Guo Ying was shaken up and seemed to have some realization. She couldn't help but give Zhang Ximeng two thumbs up!
A person like Tian Feng is a duplicitous person, and if you accept him, he is just an unreliable lackey. But Mao Gui is different. This person is talented and ethical, and he also agrees with the Ming Dynasty's ideas.
It was just because of his status that he was unwilling to switch to the Ming Dynasty.
But if Tian Feng surrenders to the enemy and Ming Dynasty steps in to save Shandong Red Scarf, Mao Gui will inevitably surrender!
Getting Maogui is better than ten thousand Tianfeng!
high!
They all made Zhang Xiang finish cumming!
"Prime Minister Zhang, are you going to tell Mao Gui about Tian Feng's actions next?"
Zhang Ximeng raised his face and said, "How can we tell you? The people below accidentally leaked the news... and then let the Ministry of Rites and the Ministry of War refute it, stating that we have no intention of poaching, and all rumors are false."
Guo Ying couldn't help laughing and said: "I understand, I understand. As long as the Ministry of War denies it, this matter will be confirmed and confirmed!"