Chapter 125 The Zhou family has a daughter named Huehuang
"Brother Dang!" Hearing Dang Jin's muttering, Zhao Kuangyin suddenly turned around and looked at him with extra seriousness: "You and I have worked together for a short time, but since the Southern Expedition, we have lived together in many battles, large and small.
To die, to go on hardships and adventures. The love for Pao Ze is so deep! Zhao treats you like a brother and sister. If you have some words, please tell me directly. I hope you will listen well!"
Seeing that Zhao Kuangyin spoke solemnly, Dang Jin couldn't help but be stunned and responded: "Brother Zhao, please speak."
Greeting Dang Jin and walking together in Luocheng, Yangzhou, Zhao Kuangyin said slowly: "Since the end of the Tang Dynasty, the world has been in chaos and the princes have separated themselves. In the past few decades, the Central Plains has been replaced by four dynasties. It can be said to be extremely chaotic. But since ancient times,
There has been no constant chaos in the past, but in this period of time, a hero will rise to the occasion and create peace again.
In my opinion, the current emperor of the Han Dynasty is the master of heroic strategies. He reformed the bad government, suppressed Fangzhen, centralized power, organized the imperial army, defeated Shu, quelled the civil strife, resisted the Khitan, and attacked the Southern Tang Dynasty. Step by step, he showed his true potential.
Wisdom and martial arts.
In this season, when the world is returning from chaos to order and facing great changes, we should seize the opportunity and follow the trend and not stick to the bad habits of three generations..."
"Brother Zhao, please speak frankly!" Dang Jin felt his head swell after hearing this. He couldn't help but scratch his head and gritted his teeth.
Seeing this, Zhao Kuangyin felt that his expression was in vain. He smiled bitterly and spoke more straightforwardly: "The root of the chaos in the Tang Dynasty is just the power of the vassal town and the difficulty of military officials to control it. Today, if the emperor wants to change chaos, he must restrain it.
Military minister, in recent years, the military discipline of the Imperial Guard has become more detailed and stringent, which is evidence of this. And we, too, should restrain our own behavior in order to achieve good results!"
After saying this, Dang Jin was still a little confused. Zhao Kuangyin simply said: "Yangzhou is a big city in Huainan. Since the whole city has been captured, it should be presented to His Majesty and the imperial court intact to stabilize order and appease the people. This will definitely achieve great success. But once we are like you
As he said, if you indulge your soldiers and plunder the soldiers and people, Yangzhou will be destroyed. Not to mention the heartache, a ruined Yangzhou city will not only be useless on the emperor's side, but also bring about its own sins!"
At this time, Dang Jin finally came to his senses and said: "It turns out that Brother Zhao wants us not to seize Yangzhou. To put it bluntly, how can we disobey the order..."
Seeing Dang Jin's reaction, Zhao Kuangyin himself was happy, and shook his head helplessly. Apparently, he was complaining to the wrong person. He pointed up and said: "This is not my order, this is your Majesty's edict. The war of invasion, Huainan
It is difficult to protect the people from being harmed. There are tens of thousands of troops going south. No matter what the situation of other armies is, I, Zhao Kuangyin, will strictly abide by His Majesty's edict! But anyone who disobeys the order will be killed!"
In fact, it was basically impossible for the feudal armies of the Northern Han Dynasty to completely inflict no harm on the people. Especially the Han army going south had a complex composition. Even with the emperor's strict order, it was inevitable that there would be some
A sneaky act.
After all, when fighting in a foreign country, as conquerors, the proud soldiers of the Northern Han Dynasty were indispensable for their indulgence. When he was in Haozhou, Zhao Kuangyin personally experienced an incident. A group of Han soldiers used tricks to disguise themselves as defeated soldiers of the Tang army, plundered villagers, and massacred them.
There were hundreds of people. When Guo Rong heard about it, he killed all the Han soldiers in that group.
Seeing Zhao Kuangyin's fierce expression, Dang Jin could only respond: "Yes!"
"Hey!" While responding to the order, he couldn't help but question: "It's just that looting and indiscriminate killing are not allowed, so what are the soldiers fighting for with their lives for? If things go on like this, the soldiers will become resentful!"
"You have been in the Forbidden Army for so long, but you haven't listened to the words of the consolation envoys?" Zhao Kuangyin asked back.
Immediately without waiting for his answer, he spoke seriously and seriously: "Soldiers fight for the country, the king, and the people, in order to unify the world!"
Seeing that he was somewhat disapproving, Zhao Kuangyin added: "As for the military merits of the soldiers, Your Majesty and the imperial court have their own rewards and pensions. After so many years, has Your Majesty ever been short of soldiers in this regard?"
"That's true!" Dang Jin replied, touching his chin.
What Zhao Kuangyin admires most about Liu Chengyou is his control and transformation of the Han Dynasty's Imperial Army over the past few years. A promising king with a clear mind and sharp vision is also worth following.
"Yangzhou, with all the wealth in the city, Brother Zhao is not tempted at all?" Dang Jin sighed, and Dang Jin couldn't help but look at Zhao Kuangyin.
Hearing this, Zhao Kuangyin had a peaceful face, looked at Dang Jin and said with a chuckle: "To tell you the truth, even if we really plundered Yangzhou, filled the city with soldiers, and spread it to the emperor, we would not be too harsh. We, even, will still reward us for our contribution to Yangzhou!
But, after that, you and I, brothers, have lost our future!”
"There is so much wealth in the city that it's hard to tempt him, so why not me!" Dang Jin said.
While the two were talking, a military academy suddenly reported: "I have informed the envoy that Yizhou soldiers are in chaos and are looting the inner city!"
Upon hearing this, Zhao Kuangyin suddenly changed his expression and became furious. He ordered: "Inform Chen Shijun and ask him to lead people to suppress him. Otherwise, don't blame Zhao for being rude!"
After all, Yangzhou City could not completely avoid the disaster of war. This was the city where the Han army came from the south and occupied the largest area, the largest population, and the most abundant wealth.
The rebels were not only Yizhou soldiers, but also Suzhou soldiers who could not bear it any longer. There were also some Tang soldiers who had surrendered. They were the most active. Even the ruffians, ghosts and snake gods in the city also jumped out.
Regarding this situation, Zhao Kuangyin naturally had no reason to be soft-hearted, and personally led people to suppress it, with just one word: kill. Fortunately, he responded in time and took tough measures, which prevented the chaos from expanding.
The inner city is the main area for rebels and rebellions. After all, there are many official officials, wealthy businessmen and property owners here.
After entering the city, Zhao Kuangyin issued strict orders to station troops and not to intrude. However, it was still not avoided. The Dongdu governor was named Zhou Zong. He was very old and was a veteran of the Southern Tang Dynasty. He had a high reputation in the Southern Tang Dynasty. None are low.
The whole family gathered in the hall, and the women and children were all frightened, and they kept crying. Zhou Zong had bright hair, but he looked very energetic. At this time, as the head of the family, he stood in front of his head, with no fear on his face and eyes. Looking coldly at the wolves and tigers of the Han soldiers, he put down the looted things and left the hall in embarrassment.
Zhao Kuangyin came up to the hall, glanced at it, took two steps forward, and saluted Zhou Zong: "The Duke of Zhou was frightened. It is my fault. Is your family okay?"
"Don't dare!" Zhou Zong straightened himself up, straightened his robes, returned a simple salute, pointed at a group of soldiers outside, and said in a nonchalant way: "This is the teacher of benevolence and righteousness that Zhao Shijun said
?Strict military discipline? So fierce and domineering, in my opinion, they are no different from the cruel warriors in the world!"
"It's Zhao who was lax in his imperial duties. Please forgive me, Duke Zhou!" Faced with his ridicule, Zhao Kuangyin looked very calm and said, "Zhao must give an explanation to Duke Zhou and the people of Yangzhou!"
At this time, Chen Sirang also arrived. He and Zhao Kuangyin were suppressing them separately. With a look of bad luck on his face, when he saw Zhao Kuangyin, he sighed: "Mr. Zhao, I am incapable of controlling the troops. I will escort all the officers and soldiers who were looted."
It’s up to you to do whatever you want!”
Zhao Kuangyin turned around, with a cold look in his eyes, and ordered directly: "Whether it is Suzhou or Yizhou subordinate regiment training, all officers above the rank will be beheaded, and the remaining soldiers will have twenty military staffs. Those who surrendered and participated in the chaos, as well as
All those scoundrels were taken to the edge of the canal and killed!"
"yes!"
Following Zhao Kuangyin's order, thousands of heads were about to fall to the ground without changing their appearance. Chen Sirang really admired this man.
"Gong Zhou, there will definitely be no chaos in Yangzhou!" Zhao Kuangyin turned around again, gave a slight salute, and said respectfully: "However, if I have to trouble Duke Zhou, I am going to change the place for Duke Zhou's family!"
"You are a swordsman, I am a fish and meat, please do as you please!" Zhou Zong listened to Zhao Kuangyin's order and knew that this was not a good man. His old face turned pale, but he responded stubbornly.
"Pass the order, Duke Zhou is the elder, and he has to go to and from the military academy. Do not humiliate him lightly. Anyone who disobeys the order will be killed!" Zhao Kuangyin gave the order loudly as he led the people to retreat.
Dang Jin followed Zhao Kuangyin: "Are you too polite to that old man?"
"Send someone to escort Zhou Zong's family and Yao Feng to the camp and present them to the emperor!" Zhao Kuangyin raised his hand and ordered.
After staying in the palace and waiting for the Han soldiers to retreat, Zhou Zong and his family relaxed. Zhou Zong was the same. Facing Qiu Ba, a group of warriors, there was really nothing he could do. Fortunately, Zhao Kuangyin, the chief general of the Han army, was quite sensible.
"Daddy!" A light voice called.
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Behind Zhou Zong, there is a young girl with beautiful appearance, gentle temperament, wearing pink clothes, standing tall and graceful. At this time, there is still fear left in her beautiful face.
Pressing his hand lightly, Zhou Zong comforted him: "It's okay!"
Among Zhou Zong's women, there was another concubine, who was plump and charming, holding a girl in her arms. She was babbling and her clear eyes were turning around, not knowing the hardships of the world.
Zhou Zong is an interesting old man. He has a daughter in his middle age and another daughter in his old age. He is in really good health.
Seeing the family members in the house, Zhou Zong thought to himself that he could not fall. Otherwise, the women and children would be in trouble. Especially his eldest daughter, it was not easy to raise, and he was always proud of it. Without his own protection, he would not be able to survive.
The country is ruined and in chaos. How can it be saved?
"Let the servants put their things in order, and each of you also pack your bags..." After appeasing the family, Zhou Zong, as the head of the family, ordered.
The daughter of Zhou Zong, Emperor Zhou E, was sixteen years old.