In front of the spacious and majestic Peking Prince's Palace, the bluestone-paved square was already occupied by thousands of people. Not only the two hundred people brought by Zhang Yanwei, after the commotion, they stayed at the martial arts festival inside and outside Jinyang City. , Xingjie's two armies also had many soldiers running over under the leadership of the officers to join them.
Afterwards, one after another, some grassroots officials from the Hedong Government Office also led many elders, prominent families, businessmen, and workers to come to the meeting. There were even some monks and Taoist priests who also started to make noises. All kinds of identities, but they are all put together.
Inside and outside the walls of the palace, the soldiers of the Imperial Guard were already in full formation, with vigilant expressions on their faces, ready to suppress "unrest" at any time, but they did not show excessive nervousness. It was obvious that these people in front of the palace were organized and had a premeditated gathering. Come, they are all well restrained.
In fact, in the past half month, Jinyang City has been strictly controlled. Thousands of people of all kinds can gather in front of the palace, but the patrolling troops in the city have done nothing. This in itself is surprising.
In the courtyard, senior civil and military officials from Hedong came over after hearing the news. Everyone had received the news more or less, and when they exchanged glances, there was a slight tacit understanding.
When Liu Chengyou came leisurely, Liu Zhiyuan was standing on the stone steps and scolded his younger brother Liu Xin: "What's the matter with you? Huh? I asked you to inspect Jinyang, the solemn city, why did you let so many people gather? Go to the palace and make noise to cause trouble? I need an explanation!"
Facing Liu Zhiyuan's severe scolding, Liu Xin was not afraid at all this time. He stiffened his neck and said nothing, acting like a knife. Seeing this, Liu Zhiyuan became even more angry and attacked Liu Chong, Shi Hongzhao, and Chang Chang. Thinking about these senior generals of the Hedong Army: "With so many soldiers gathered, could it be that you just let it go and did nothing?"
Then he glared at Yang Bin, Wang Zhang and the others: "What's going on with those officials and people in charge?"
Similar to Liu Xin's reaction, these people also calmly accepted Liu Zhiyuan's accusations without speaking back.
"I'm waiting to see the King of Peking!"
Outside the gate of the mansion, another burst of shouting erupted. Amidst the noise, Zhang Yanwei's loud voice sounded unusually high, and it was clearly transmitted to the ears of everyone inside the wall. Among those outside, Zhang Yanwei had the highest rank.
Liu Chengyou walked forward slowly, but was immediately caught by Liu Zhiyuan and scolded him: "You enforce military discipline in the Longqi Army, and this is the result? You can't even control your subordinates?"
Facing Liu Zhiyuan's angry gaze, Liu Chengyou's reaction was as calm as his face showed. He cupped his hands and said, "Officials, soldiers and civilians outside the government will not gather for no reason. They must have expectations. My father has always loved the military and protected the people, so why not Go out and listen to what they have to say?"
After the words fell, Yang Bin immediately stood up and calmly echoed: "Pu She's words are very reasonable. There is a huge crowd outside the palace, and no one but the king can calm it down. Your king, you might as well listen to what everyone has to say."
There was clearly a scheming smile on Yang Bin's face, but Liu Zhiyuan simply ignored it, snorted coldly, rolled up his sleeves and walked towards the door: "I want to see what they want to do to make such a big noise. What are you doing!"
Accompanied by the "squeaking" sound of the door shaft turning, the door of the mansion opened wide. Surrounded by a group of officials, Liu Zhiyuan walked out first.
Seeing Liu Zhiyuan, Zhang Yanwei became very energetic. He led the others and bowed down, shouting "Your Majesty." Someone took the lead, and everyone in the meeting followed suit and knelt down.
Staring coldly at Zhang Yanwei in front, Liu Zhiyuan asked: "Zhang Yanwei, what do you want to do! Ignore the military regulations and laws, and incite so many soldiers to come to pick quarrels and cause trouble. Don't you dare to kill you? And you, don't you?
I don’t know that the country’s laws are strict, how dare you gather people to cause trouble?”
Liu Zhiyuan shouted and asked, and the scene gradually became quiet.
Facing Liu Zhiyuan's anger, Zhang Yanwei showed no stage fright this time. He straightened up, looked at Liu Zhiyuan, and said excitedly: "I don't dare! I am here to ask for the lives of the people east of the river and for the people of the world!"
Zhang Yanwei's words were so loud that Liu Zhiyuan seemed to be amused and sneered: "I want to hear where you got such crazy talk!"
Hearing this, as if he had rehearsed the words, Zhang Yanwei continued his words quickly: "Your Majesty, the Hulu Nan bandits have invaded the Central Plains, and China has fallen. Today there is no owner, the country has no foundation, and the Hu bandits are rampant, and the people are living.
Died. Your Majesty is the Fang Bo of Jiuzhou. He is a man of great power and meritorious deeds. I ask you to help the people of the world and plan for the country and the country. This is the throne of the emperor. He will command troops to fight against captives and clear up the world, so that the people of the country can live in peace and hope!"
After Zhang Yanwei finished speaking, the petitioning soldiers and civilians immediately echoed, and shouts broke out in front of the mansion again. Everyone was excited, but the scene was chaotic and orderly. Some people simply shouted "Your Majesty" and "
"Emperor", "official"...
Liu Zhiyuan's attitude finally softened. He raised his hands and suppressed the crowd's cries of persuasion. He pondered for a while and then said emotionally: "I am extremely grateful for everyone's thoughts. However, I consider my virtue and my ability. I consider myself to have little virtue and limited knowledge.
I am short-tempered, and I really dare not assume the position of the Emperor. Don’t mention this matter again!”
It was still the same old rejection, but this time, Liu Zhiyuan did not walk away again. As soon as he finished speaking, a civil servant immediately stepped forward on his knees and kowtowed: "We all serve you sincerely and support you wholeheartedly. Please
You must not be humble in your remarks and lose the sincerity of the support and support of the soldiers and civilians in the world!"
"No! I have received the country's favor without repaying it. I am already ashamed. How can I do such an arrogant act?" Liu Zhiyuan still shook his head.
"Your Majesty!" Zhang Yanwei immediately spoke again, kowtowed several times vigorously, ignoring the blood on his forehead, and said to Liu Zhiyuan in a hoarse voice: "Jin Zuo has died, and a new dynasty has emerged! Your Majesty, Jian Zuo is not for the sake of one family.
Honor and disgrace, but for the well-being of the people in the world. I will cry out for you. As long as the king is the supreme king, even if the king is guilty of governing his ministers and rebelling against the army, I will have no regrets even if I die. I just hope that the king will not retreat again!"
Zhang Yanwei and others sometimes work for the country, and sometimes for the people of the world, as if they can really represent the will of the people of the world. However, the atmosphere is extremely heated.
The civil and military officials behind Liu Zhiyuan all watched this massive petition with moved expressions. Many people looked eagerly at Liu Zhiyuan's tall back.
Su Fengji stood next to Yang Bin, his eyes were filled with wisdom that could see through everything. On a whim, he whispered to Yang Bin: "Zhang Yanwei is just a vulgar martial artist. From his mouth, I can hear such an impassioned speech.
Isn’t it strange?”
Giving Su Fengji a sideways glance, Yang Fan said calmly: "I think what General Zhang said was all sincere and came from the bottom of his heart. Why is it strange? Judge Su, please don't make unreasonable remarks, lest you chill your loyal heart."
"Yang Yaya is right, but I'm lying..." After receiving such an answer, Su Fengji's expression changed, and then he replied in a low voice.
That face became a bit colder, but soon, a smile appeared at the corner of his mouth again, the kind of smile that was superficial but not smiling. After giving Yang Xing a cold look, Su Fengji turned his gaze to Liu Zhiyuan's side. Behind him, the young man who remained aloof.
Liu Chengyou watched all of this silently, with a calm expression. He could be considered one of the executive directors of this "big show". He performed casually, but he did not deviate from the outline of the script at all. The only thing that surprised Liu Chengyou What's amazing is that Zhang Yanwei, a martial artist, has such profound acting skills...
Liu Zhiyuan's words could not quell the enthusiasm of the petitioners. As the situation escalated, more and more people came after hearing the news and joined in the fun.
In order to avoid trouble, after thinking about it, Liu Zhiyuan had no choice but to say: "You will leave for now. Tomorrow, I will give you a definite answer to your request!"