Chapter 247: The Sixth Chapter of the New City Wang Family]
The fight between two old men in front of the public was eye-opening and embarrassing.
Seeing the excitement, Zuo Mengeng asked doubtfully: "Are these two old men famous?"
He didn't even know who it was about Wang Kangyu or Wang Wenshui.
Lu Xiangsheng then remembered that he was a military commander and it was normal for him not to understand the literati, so he patiently explained.
"These two are great scholars from the Wang family in Xincheng. The older one is Wang Xiangjin, and the younger one is Wang Xiangchun."
As soon as he mentioned Wang Xiangchun, Zuo Mengeng knew who he was.
Good guy, it was your chickens that triggered the Wuqiao mutiny?
Your chicken is much better than KFC, three-yellow chicken, and braised chicken.
Out of curiosity, Zuo Mengeng couldn't help but take a closer look.
I saw that Wang Xiangchun was in his fifties. Although he was wearing a rich robe, his face was gloomy and he seemed to be in a bad mood.
Compared with him, although Wang Xiangjin is older, he is energetic, healthy and more energetic.
After the two started fighting, it was obvious that Wang Xiangjin had the upper hand. If the Wang family hadn't stepped forward to hold him back, Wang Xiangchun would have been beaten.
Seeing Zuo Mengeng not taking it seriously, Lu Xiangsheng quickly reminded him.
"General Zuo must not underestimate the Wang family. In Shandong, apart from a few vassal kings and the Kong family, the Wang family is undoubtedly the most powerful. General Zuo is a local general, so it is best not to offend the Wang family."
To be able to make a fourth-grade official so nervous, and to force the governor of Shandong to send troops for him, Zuo Mengeng couldn't help but be attracted to him.
"Is this Wang family amazing?"
Not only was it amazing, but after listening to Lu Xiangsheng's explanation, Zuo Mengeng understood why Shen Xun gave in to the pressure of the Wang family and ended up ruining the troops of Song Wei and Liu Zeqing.
The previous generation of the Wang family was already great, but when it comes to Wang Xiangchun's generation, it is even more terrifying.
The most remarkable person in Wang's generation is Wang Xiangqian, the former Governor-General of Xuan Dynasty who passed away just last year.
This Wang Xiangjin is the younger brother of Wang Xiangqian. He once participated in politics in Zhejiang. However, he is currently idle at home and has no official career.
In addition, there are many people of the Wang family who are officials.
Wang Xiangkun was the political envoy to the left of Shanxi Province, Wang Xiangmeng was the Shaoqing of Guanglu Temple, Wang Xiangdou was the head of the Sichuan Department of the Ministry of Household Affairs, Wang Xiangjie was a reviewer of the Hanlin Academy, Wang Xiangheng was the governor of Yingtian, Wang Xiangchun was a doctor in the Ministry of Civil Affairs, and Wang Xiangxian was Guanglu
Temple Commissioner.
There is another Wang Xiangyun who was the magistrate of Yongqing County during the Jisi Revolution. He managed to keep the city intact under the siege of Hou Jin Dynasty and was just promoted to censor due to his meritorious service.
The Wang family in Xincheng only has nine officials who have served as officials. Other families have five Jinshis in one discipline. The Wang family has eight Jinshis in this generation alone. It is a veritable family of officials.
Even with Zuo Mengeng's strong heart, he couldn't help but tremble when he heard this situation.
With such a family, its influence spreads all over the government and the public, and its disciples and old friends are all over the world. If Shen Xun really dares to ignore death, and once the Wang family takes action, Shen Xun's end may not be better than it is now.
But why did Wang Xiangjin and Wang Xiangchun fight again?
"Humph, Wang Wenshui was arrogant and arrogant. Hearing that Xincheng was attacked by White Lotus cult monsters, he threatened Zhongcheng to send troops, which led to this disaster. Later, Wang Kangyu fled here and learned that Jinan sent troops, and tried his best to dissuade him. However, Song Zongrong had already been defeated at that time, saying
It was too late. For this matter, Wang Kangyu scolded Wang Wenshui very much, and the two brothers became enemies because of this."
After listening to Zhu Dadian's words, Zuo Mengeng understood.
Wang Xiangchun, who used to live in Licheng, heard that the White Lotus Sect was attacking Xincheng. He was worried about his hometown and urged Shen Xun to send troops. To this end, he used the Wang family to threaten him.
But Wang Xiangjin, who lived in Xincheng, knew better that Jinan must not send troops. Otherwise, with only two thousand soldiers and horses, it would be easy for Murong Cai to find an opportunity to take advantage of it.
As for the damage caused to the Wang family, it is not that important.
After thinking about it this way, I realized that among the Wang brothers, their vision, structure, and morals were really very different.
Wang Xiangjin and Wang Xiangchun were finally separated by their families. They were both angry and separated on both sides, treating them as enemies.
Wang Xiangchun was beaten violently by Wang Xiangjin in front of everyone. He was so embarrassed that he took out his anger on Zuo Mengeng.
"It's just in time for you, the general, to advance quickly and recapture the new city. How can the land of Huangming Kingdom fall into the hands of demons?"
Because of that chicken, Zuo Mengeng had a very bad impression of Wang Xiangchun.
"Our army has its own rules and regulations for the war, so I don't need Wen Shui Gong's guidance."
Wang Xiangchun was furious and said sadly: "Can you afford the crime of being afraid of the enemy and cowardly fighting?"
Zuo Mengeng looked at him with squinted eyes.
"But I don't know what position Lord Wenshui holds. How can he punish the sins of the younger generation?"
One sentence was enough to make Wang Xiangchun vomit blood.
In the fifth year of Tianqi's reign, he was dismissed from his post by the eunuchs and returned to his hometown. When Chongzhen came to the throne and the Donglin Party returned one after another, Wang Xiangchun thought that he could come back to power again.
As a result, after waiting and waiting, others were reinstated or promoted, but he seemed to have been forgotten.
This made Wang Xiangchun brooding and depressed. Unexpectedly, his scars were exposed by a warrior again.
Just when he was about to yell and scold, Wang Xiangjin burst out laughing, very cheerfully, walked over quickly, and held Zuo Mengeng's hand, which he liked no matter how he looked at it.
"Young general, don't listen to the noise of idle people. Putting down chaos is a major military matter. You should act as the leader."
Without saying anything else, he rushed to Wang Xiangjin and beat up Wang Xiangchun. Zuo Mengeng also had a good impression of the old man.
"Kang Yugong, don't be anxious. Our troops will set off immediately to pacify the White Lotus Sect and restore peace to Shandong."
The destruction of Song Wei and Liu Zeqing left Wang Xiang and Jin all in arms, and said hurriedly: "No hurry, no hurry. If it doesn't work, the young general can stick to Jinan first. I believe that the imperial army will arrive soon, and the White Lotus Demon will be annihilated soon."
How did he know that Chongzhen no longer had any troops that could be mobilized.
Zuo Mengeng comforted him and said, "Don't worry, Mr. Kang Yu. Our troops can even defeat the Tatars. Why should we fear the mere White Lotus Demon?"
Everyone present was quite surprised to hear that he actually fought against the Tatars and won.
Lu Xiangsheng then stepped forward and introduced Zuo Mengeng to everyone.
"You seniors don't know, this is General Zuo Menggeng who killed the slave chief Amin at the Qingshui Pass."
Everyone was in an uproar and came forward one after another, as if they were fans seeing a celebrity.
During the Jisi Incident, they were far away in Shandong, but they were still aware of the futility of the imperial court's consecutive defeats. Their grief and indignation were beyond words.
Later, Zuo Mengeng won a great victory at Qingshui Pass and killed many Houjin leaders and generals including Amin. This really boosted the morale of the Han people all over the world.
It can be said that Zuo Mengeng has already become the idol of countless people with lofty ideals.
After learning that he was Zuo Mengeng, the fear of the Shandong officials and gentry was instantly dissipated, as if the threat of the White Lotus Sect had disappeared.
Zhu Dadian looked at Zuo Mengeng carefully, feeling lucky in his heart.
Fortunately, I didn't have an attack just now, otherwise, I'm afraid I would be the unlucky one.
Even though Zuo Mengeng is only a general, he is more powerful than an ordinary general.
Even Prince Heng didn't gain anything by opposing him, and he was even less worthy of being an envoy.
Wang Xiangjin held Zuo Mengeng's hand tightly, his eyes filled with admiration.
"Since ancient times, heroes have emerged from youth, and the champions such as Feng Langju Xu are just like this. When General Zuo comes here, why worry about the white lotus demon not being exterminated?"
Zuo Mengeng didn't expect that his name would be so useful. He bowed his hands and saluted everyone in Jinan Mansion and said loudly: "Seniors, our troops are here in a hurry and we don't have many troops. We want to destroy the White Lotus Demon, but we are not yet able to do so.
.However, it is not a problem to isolate Qingzhou and Jinan and prevent the White Lotus Demon from causing harm to Jinan Prefecture. Everyone, please rest assured and just restore people's livelihood. With my troops here, the White Lotus Demon will not be allowed to cross Huantai and Zichuan.
"
Hearing that he actually counted Qingzhou Prefecture and Jinan Prefecture separately, everyone couldn't help but think of his previous conflict with Heng Fan, and their expressions were filled with excitement for a moment.
But everyone has seen the strength of the new army, and it is true that there are only more than a thousand people.
It is unrealistic to expect such a small number of people to wipe out Murong's Finance Department, which has grown to more than 40,000 people.
If Zuo Menggeng can protect Jinan, he will live up to his reputation as a famous general.
Wang Xiangjin's ancient road was hot and he said hurriedly: "The general wants to go to Huantai and Zichuan. I can be your guide."
Huantai and Zichuan are both near Xincheng. Wang Xiang lived here during the Jin Dynasty, so he must be very familiar with the geography.
His youngest son quickly stepped forward.
"Father, the war is dangerous. Your health is very important. As for the guide, my son can go there."
Wang Xiangjin didn't listen.
"I have something important to do when I return home."
Unable to wait a moment, he told his youngest son to prepare the car and followed Zuo Mengeng eastward that day.
On the way, Zuo Mengeng also exchanged names with Wang Xiangjin's youngest son.
Wang Xiangjin has four sons. The eldest son, Wang Yuling, is frail and sick and is currently recuperating in Jinan City; the second son, Wang and the Jinshi Hou of Yinzhong, are serving as officials in other places; the third son, Wang and Peng, are also serving as officials in other places.
Only Wang Yuchi in front of him is still young and serves his father at home.
Zuo Mengeng didn't know that this Wang Yuchi was the father of Wang Shizhen, a famous official and great writer in the Qing Dynasty.
He didn't even know that Wang Xiangjin's father was Wang Zhiyuan, who killed He Xinyin, the hero of Xinxue.
Wang Xiangjin had a good impression of Zuo Menggen. During the march, he kept the carriage driving beside Zuo Menggen and patiently explained why he wanted to return to the new city in a hurry.
"In recent years, I have been idle at home and had nothing to do, so I wrote a book called "Qun Fang Pu". The white lotus demon is raging and running away in a hurry, so I live in my home. This is my life's work, just to be alive."
Zuo Mengeng couldn't help but his eyes became subtle.
Qunfang spectrum...
Sir, you are over seventy this year, right?
If you still play this at this age, you are still old-hearted?
Mao Yuanyi, who was next to him, even muttered, "I don't want to practice it."
But from the look in his eyes, it was clear that he was also very curious.
Can't you be like Zuo Mengeng?
Although I am also very curious, it is better to hide it.