At present, almost all the guns in the Qing Dynasty are shotguns, that is, matchlocks. The shooting process of this kind of gun is complicated and slow, and the hit rate is low.
The bayonet flintlock gun developed by Jia Yun this time is not only an excellent flintlock gun, but also equipped with a bayonet. This bayonet flintlock gun greatly simplifies and speeds up the shooting process, greatly improves the hit rate, and can also form
The line formation has a large fire coverage, and the configuration of the sleeve bayonet also facilitates gun-wielding soldiers to engage in close combat.
In the previous life, in the 18th century, bayonet and flintlock muskets were popularized in Europe, which can be said to have changed the European tactical system. Bayonet and flintlock muskets were also a weapon for large-scale invasions in Europe.
The bayonet flintlock gun developed by Jia Yun this time is a leap forward in firearms compared to the matchlock gun!
The grenade developed by Jia Yun this time is an imitation of the M24 wooden handle grenade. However, because Qing Dynasty cannot produce thin steel plates at present, the projectile body can only be cast from cast iron. Currently, TNT explosive has not been invented, so naturally Qing Dynasty cannot.
production, so Jia Yun also made modifications to the explosives inside.
Therefore, the wooden handle grenade developed by Jia Yun is much inferior to the M24 wooden handle grenade, but in the current Qing Dynasty, it is definitely an advanced and terrifying firearm, and it is a leap forward in firearms!
Jia Yun feels lucky!
Fortunately, the level of firearms manufacturing in Qing Dynasty in this era is indeed not low. Fortunately, he has firearms craftsmen like Xin Yong under his banner. Fortunately, there are hundreds of firearms craftsmen in Chang'an Firearms Factory. Fortunately, he asked Xin Yong in advance.
Yong prepared a large amount of materials for making bayonet flintlocks and wooden handle grenades...
In this way, at least one thousand bayonet flintlock muskets and five thousand hand grenades can be produced in a short period of time.
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On the afternoon of April 29th, Emperor Tianzhi was suddenly assassinated and died in the Arrow Pavilion of the Imperial Palace. It was truly an earth-shattering event!
Emperor Kangxing, who was very old and in poor health, fell into a coma after learning about it. He was unconscious for more than half an hour before he woke up. He then walked out of the Ningshou Palace area and temporarily placed the court under control.
Although China has a long history, and the emperor was assassinated and died many times before, this is the first time in history that the emperor was assassinated and died in the palace, and the Supreme Emperor temporarily took charge of the court.
It was while Emperor Kangxing was in a coma that Tong Dunxing was able to leave Beijing and notify Jia Yun under Yu Zhu's orders.
After Emperor Kangxing took charge of the court, one of the first things he did was to mobilize five battalions of guards, internal guards, imperial guards, guard camps, and nine infantry patrol battalions to strictly control both the palace and Shenjing City.
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Immediately, the Supreme Emperor investigated the assassination of Emperor Tianzhi and learned that almost all Jing family members including Jing Maochun and Jing Zhanyao had fled, as well as Song Jiaotou and others from Jing's martial arts school. He also learned that the assassination was probably related to Jing's family.
Family related.
Some innocent people were affected.
For example, Qiu Shi'an was arrested because the last thing Meng Jing said before the assassination was that the chief rudder of the Tiandi Gang was Qiu Shi'an.
For example, Jinyi Mansion was put under surveillance, especially Mu Fu, Yu Keping and Jinyi Mansion officials.
For example, Queen Yin and the Yin family where she lived were put under surveillance because the Yin family and the Jing family were family friends and were married, and Queen Yin's sister Yin Yingxiang was Jing Zhanrong's first wife.
Even Xia Hao was under guard.
Jia Yun's Prince Zhongwu's Mansion was also surrounded by a group of guards officers and soldiers. The reason was that Jia Yun came from Jing's martial arts school.
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From the afternoon of April 29th to the afternoon of May 3rd, for three days and three nights, Emperor Kangxing slept very little and was very busy. This was a great burden for him who was already very old and in poor health. , this incident also put a great burden on his spirit.
On the afternoon of the third day of May, Emperor Kangxing, who was in extremely bad physical and mental condition, summoned more than a dozen princes and ministers in Qianqing Palace.
These more than ten princes and ministers include Fu Qi, Cao Wei and other six military ministers, Grand Scholars and ministers of various ministries, Prince Zhongshun, Prince Yicheng, imperial ministers, etc.
"My health is really unwell. Although I have the will, I am unable to take care of state affairs. I urgently need a new emperor to ascend the throne. What suggestions do you have for this?"
Emperor Kangxing, who was sallow, skinny, and listless, leaned on the emperor's throne under the "Upright and Bright" plaque and said to more than a dozen princes and ministers.
This short sentence seemed feeble even when spoken. However, this sentence made more than a dozen princes and ministers present feel shocked.
Things are going to change!
Emperor Kangxing is about to decide to appoint the next emperor!
The miserable Emperor Tianzhi never thought that he would suddenly be assassinated and die. He thought he could live for at least ten or twenty years. In addition, he was a strong emperor, so he did not appoint a successor early. Even if he did, , now that Emperor Kangxing is still here, he may not follow it.
It is true that Emperor Kangxing's physical and mental condition were too bad, and the current situation of the Qing Dynasty was also very dangerous. The Qing Dynasty in the north had not yet suppressed the rebellion, and Jing Zhanrong, who was equivalent to the western vassal king, would probably rebel. At this time, , the Qing Dynasty could not live without a new emperor.
More than a dozen princes and ministers had their own thoughts.
Some people want to recommend the eldest prince Xia Hao, some want to recommend the fourth prince Xia Yi, some want to recommend the third prince Xia Huang, and some even want to seize the throne themselves, such as Prince Zhongshun and Prince Yicheng!
Fortunately, there are also people who want to recommend Jia Yun, such as Cao Wei!
In addition, some people also want to recommend other princes of Emperor Kangxing, that is, brothers of Emperor Tianzhi.
Prince Zhongshun and Prince Yicheng, who wanted to seize the throne by themselves, naturally found it inconvenient to confess their feelings.
Xia Hao and Xia Yi were both born to Queen Yin. When it came to the Yin family, it also involved the Jing family. The princes and ministers who wanted to recommend them did not dare to recommend them easily.
Cao Wei, who wanted to recommend Jia Yun, also did not dare to recommend him easily, not only because Jia Yun also had an affair with the Jing family, but also because Cao Wei knew that Emperor Kangxing's idea of letting Jia Yun succeed to the throne was extremely small.
No one spoke for a long time, and Emperor Kangxing became angry: "Why don't you speak up? If you have any suggestions, please tell me quickly!"
At this time, a person spoke first. His name was Xu Shi. He was once the Minister of Rites, and now he is the Grand Scholar of the Ministry of Justice and the Minister of the Ministry of Punishments. When Jia Yun participated in the martial arts examination, it was this person who took the roll call.
Xu Shi said: "We have the courage to ask the Supreme Emperor whether he wants his sons or grandsons to succeed him this time."
As soon as these words came out, Prince Chung-shun and Prince Uicheng were both looking forward to and nervous at the same time.
If Emperor Tianzhi appoints a successor, he will naturally choose one from his generation.
Now that Emperor Kangxing appoints his successor, the situation is different. He can choose from either his imperial descendants or his imperial grandchildren. The imperial descendants of Emperor Tianzhi are the imperial grandchildren of Emperor Kangxing.
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Emperor Kangxing's grandsons include only five, Xia Hao, Xia Huang, Xia Yi, Jia Yun, and Xia Hui. There are more than ten princes alive, including Prince Zhongshun and Prince Yicheng!
Yes, Prince Zhongshun was also the prince of Emperor Kangxing and the younger brother of Emperor Tianzhi. Because he was named a prince by Emperor Tianzhi, the first character of the prince's title was "Zhong". However, all those named prince by Emperor Kangxing
For people, the first word of the title of a prince is "yi", such as Prince Uizhong, Prince Uipei, Prince Uiseong...
Emperor Kangxing said calmly: "I am hesitant about this now, so I am asking for your proposal."
Xu Shi fell silent. Haha, even the princes and grandchildren are still hesitating. This matter is very complicated.
In the next quarter of an hour, even if Emperor Kangxing asked again and again, the princes and ministers present did not dare to directly recommend a successor.
This matter is too sensitive. If someone is recommended and that person fails to succeed in the end, then the recommender may suffer.
At this time, Prince Zhongshun said: "To inform my father, I believe that my father will be blessed and live a long life. There is no rush in appointing the new emperor. The top priority is another matter."
Emperor Kangxing asked: "What's the matter?"
Prince Zhongshun said: "As far as I know, Prince Zhongwu has led the Chang'an Camp army back to Chang'an Mansion. Please forgive me for saying it bluntly. Prince Zhongwu has led the Chang'an Camp through the Northern and Southern Wars, and has established great prestige in Chang'an Camp, and has followed the Chang'an Camp.
Many civil servants and military generals in the north and south have close relations."
"Prince Zhongwu has a close relationship with the Jing family. He is a graduate of Jing's martial arts school and has a teacher-student relationship with Jing Zhanyao. I suspect that the assassination of the emperor may be related to Prince Zhongwu. I am also worried that Prince Zhongwu may take the opportunity to launch an army to seize the throne."
Therefore, I sincerely request my father to immediately order the removal of Prince Zhongwu from the post of Chang'an Jiedushi."
Emperor Kangxing frowned when he heard this.
Cao Wei couldn't help but speak: "I'd like to report to the Supreme Emperor. I think this matter is unacceptable. Prince Zhongwu first led the Chang'an camp to make great contributions in the battle to suppress the rebellion in Jiangnan. In the past six months, he also made great contributions in the battle to conquer the Shuijia. It turned out to be
When it’s time to award a reward, how can we not award a reward but instead remove him?”
"If it is because he has an affair with the Jing family, then the fourth prince who is currently conquering the Shui family also has an affair with the Jing family. Is it possible that the fourth prince should also be removed from the post of General Wang? It is said that the emperor's assassination may have something to do with him.
It’s even more unbelievable.”
Next, a dispute broke out around this topic.
Among the more than ten princes and ministers, several did not speak. Eight people were in favor of the removal and only four were against it.
The four people who opposed, in addition to Cao Wei, were Ji Cunxiao, the Minister of Military and Aircraft, the Minister of Military Aircraft, Lian Liang, the Minister of War, Xiao Fu, the Minister of Military and Aircraft, and Xiao Fu, the Minister of Industry.
Ji Cunxiao and Lian Liang, the two military ministers, would object for similar reasons. They both admired Jia Yun, and they both believed that if Jia Yun really wanted to raise an army to seize the throne, deposing him now would stimulate him to raise an army to seize the throne.
Once this happens, the already chaotic and dangerous Qing Dynasty will become even more chaotic and dangerous.
One of the reasons why Xiao Fuhui objected was that he had a very good personal relationship with Jia Yun. You must know that Jia Yun once served as a doctor in the Coal Mine Division of the Ministry of Industry.
While everyone was arguing endlessly, Emperor Kangxing, who was leaning on the emperor's throne, suddenly fell...
"emperor!"
"Father!"
There were screams at the scene...
Soon, three imperial physicians were urgently summoned to the Qianqing Palace, namely Imperial Physician Fan, Imperial Physician Hua, and Imperial Physician Wang.
Imperial Physician Fan is currently the fifth-rank envoy of the imperial hospital.
Imperial Physician Hua, currently the judge on the left side of the Taiyuan Hospital, has a seventh-grade official position and a sixth-grade crown. It was he who made Emperor Tianzhi shed blood to recognize his kin.
Imperial Physician Wang, whose name is Wang Jiren, is currently the judge of the right wing of the Taiyuan Hospital, with a seventh-grade official position and a sixth-grade crown.
In the original work, Imperial Physician Wang often went to the Jia Mansion to treat Xi Ren, Jia Mu, Qiao Jie, Qing Wen, Jia Baoyu and others. He had excellent medical skills and was also a good person.
The original work writes that when Jia’s mother first met Imperial Physician Wang, Imperial Physician Wang was wearing a sixth-grade uniform, that is, a sixth-grade crown and belt.
Emperor Tianzhi had just passed away, and now Emperor Kangxing had fainted again. Naturally, we could not neglect him. Three imperial doctors with the highest official positions and superb medical skills from the imperial hospital came.
In the Nuan Pavilion of the Qianqing Palace, Imperial Physician Fan, Imperial Physician Hua, and Imperial Physician Wang worked together to rescue the Supreme Emperor.
After the rescue, the three imperial physicians were all in panic. Imperial Physician Hua and Imperial Physician Wang did not dare to say anything, while Imperial Physician Fan trembled and uttered six words: "The Emperor... passed away...!" "
It’s earth-shattering again!
First, Emperor Tianzhi passed away, and now it is Emperor Kangxing's turn.
The princes and ministers, as well as the Queen Mother, Queen Yin and others, all conspired...
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On this day, Cao Wei met a person, this person was Chu Mingkai, the commander of the Imperial Guard!
Cao Wei and Chu Mingkai were internal ministers who worked together in the Guards Department. They were also good friends. In addition, they both had a close friendship with Jia Yun!
The friendship between Jia Yun and Chu Mingkai originated from the incident in the palace. Speaking of which, Jia Yun was kind to Chu Mingkai at the beginning, and the two have continued to communicate with each other since then.
This time, Cao Wei and Chu Mingkai plotted a major event together, an event that would also be earth-shattering...
After the conspiracy, under Chu Mingkai's arrangement, one of Chu Mingkai's confidants named Xu Jing left Shenjing City on a good horse and quickly headed for Chang'an Mansion!
Although the Shenjing City is currently under strict control, and the nine gates in the inner city are managed by the Fifth Battalion of the Nine-Gate Infantry Patrol, as the commander of the Imperial Guards, Chu Mingkai wanted to arrange for a personal soldier to leave the capital. It couldn't be easier.
This chapter is not over yet, please click on the next page to continue reading! Because the guards are stationed either in Nancheng (that is, the outer city) or on the outskirts of the city, Chu Mingkai's soldiers have reason to go to the outskirts of the city, while Nancheng is occupied by Managed by the Praetorian Guards.
That night, Xu Jing came to Chang'an Mansion, met Jia Yun, and solemnly conveyed a message to Jia Yun: "The Emperor passed away today. Master Cao and Master Chu asked me to inform the prince that if the prince rises to seize the throne, they will assist you." !”
Jia Yun was stunned when she heard this!
First of all, I was shocked that after Emperor Tianzhi died after being assassinated three days ago, Emperor Kangxing also passed away today!
In Jia Yun's view, regardless of the blood relationship, as far as winning the throne is concerned, this is his great luck!
Secondly, he was excited that not only did Cao Wei support him in seizing the throne, but he also had Chu Mingkai!
The reason why Cao Wei and Chu Mingkai supported Jia Yun in seizing the throne was not only because they had a close friendship with Jia Yun, but also because they both agreed that at this time, with their help, Jia Yun could successfully seize the throne with his troops.
The probability is very high.
In addition, both of them also admired Jia Yun very much, and both believed that Jia Yun's accession to the throne would probably be able to turn the tide. If an incompetent person were to ascend the throne, such as Xia Hao, Prince Zhongshun, the Qing Dynasty might even fall.
Yes, Jia Yun also believes that if he now raises troops to seize the throne, the probability of success is not only not low, but also very high!
Jia Yun once again lamented his great luck. As a time traveler, he truly has great luck!
Jia Yun once again lamented the unpredictable changes in the world. He had imagined many times what would happen when he seized the throne, but he never expected that it would be like this.
Three days ago, he had a premonition that he might soon lead the Chang'an camp to Shenjing City, but he did not expect it to be so soon!