The reason why Li Zhi chose to launch the siege at dawn was not because he was deliberately trying to tire out the enemy, but because he was worried that it would be difficult to control the situation with a night attack, and that important targets like Dugu Xin and Zhao Gui might escape in the chaos.
"Preface: Guanzhong is already filled with evil spirits and unscrupulous conspiracies. It is not suitable to send troops in time. Does Duke Huaining believe it now?"
Li Zhi pointed to the commotion of Dugu Xin and Zhao Guibu in the Longevity Palace, and said with a smile to Cai You who was coming with him.
After hearing this, Cai You just snorted coldly and did not answer Li Zhi. Instead, he turned his horse to the other side and shouted to the surrounding armored soldiers: "Quickly set up the formation and set up a trap. No one is allowed to escape!"
"This beast is really disgusting!"
Yu Wenjue, who was riding a horse from behind, looked at Cai You's back and said with displeasure.
They had quarreled before, and although they were pretending to be a quarrel, the conflict was real. Cai You was very critical of the fact that the Chinese and Foreign Affairs Office only reorganized the soldiers without arranging rescue, and made repeated suggestions in the hope that the Chinese and Foreign Affairs Government could release Yu Wen. Yu, let’s work together to overcome the difficulties.
The constant quarrels with each other on major and minor issues also made Yu Wenjue feel dissatisfied with Cai You. However, there was currently a shortage of generals in Guanzhong, especially generals who were loyal to their Yuwen clan. Even though Yu Wenjue felt dissatisfied with Cai You in his heart. Although he was dissatisfied, he could not find a suitable candidate to replace him for a while.
Li Zhi knew what kind of character Yu Wenjue was. When he heard him expressing his dissatisfaction with Cai You, he did not try to persuade him. Instead, he whispered: "Cai Chengxian likes to show off his loyalty by being withdrawn. There are things that need to be done right now." Relying on his strength, Duke Lueyang should tolerate it for the time being. How to deal with him after the situation calms down, it is natural that he is the one who decides."
After hearing this, Yu Wenjue sneered twice and glared at Cai You's back fiercely.
In the Longevity Palace, Dugu Xin and Zhao Gui did not lead their troops to try to break out in a desperate battle. Under the current situation, they had obviously fallen into the trap of the other party. All the previous messages must have been sent by the other party to deceive them. The arrangements made by being fooled, even if they break out of the encirclement, there will be no changes that can change the situation in a short period of time. Not only will their dignity be lost, but their lives will also be at risk.
Of course, there is another important reason, that is, as the situation suddenly turned bad, the trust foundation between them, which was not very deep in the first place, was also destroyed. Whether it was Yu Wenyu or Zhao Yongren, something went wrong between Duguxin and Zhao Gui. It is also difficult to continue to cooperate closely.
So while the soldiers outside the Longevity Palace were still encircling and not attacking, the two of them retreated to one side and stopped getting together. They were both too familiar with each other's personality and style, even if they could barely get together to get along. They plan a big plan, but once the situation turns unfavorable, no one dares to give their back to the other person for protection without reservation.
It was originally in an absolutely disadvantageous situation, but ended up being divided internally and fighting on its own. It is natural to imagine what will happen next.
As the soldiers outside the palace poured in, they quickly surrounded Dugu Xin and Zhao Gui in a palace building.
Faced with such a situation, Duguxin was able to remain calm at last. He stood among the guards of his subordinates and faced the encircling armored soldiers, shouting loudly: "The King's Division in the Eastern Expedition was defeated, Otsuka Zai fainted.
I am unable to take matters seriously. For the sake of the safety of my family and the country, I am returning to your Majesty to ask the King of Taiyuan to come to the court to defend me. What orders do you have to block my return?"
As soon as this statement came out, all the soldiers who gathered around suddenly showed expressions of surprise. First they looked at each other, and then they all started talking among each other in low voices.
At this time, Li Zhi also rushed towards him on horseback. He first ordered his cronies to pick up his strong bow and point the arrow at Dugu Xin in the crowd. Then he loudly replied: "This is a ridiculous statement by Da Sima!"
What we did today was in compliance with the order of Otsuka Sima. The Eastern Expedition Division was engaged in a fierce battle with the enemy, but Otsuka refused to advance and missed the deadline.
Because of his old title, Chief Otsuka ordered the left-behind subordinates of the Chugai Mansion to temporarily bring Da Sima to his residence. The specific decision will not be made until the day of Grand Master Otsuka's triumphant return! Please order Da Sima to order his disciples to disarm and abandon their weapons, otherwise it will be disrespectful to hold such a low position.
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Dugu Xin also knew that he was now under the control of others and it would be difficult to struggle out of trouble. The words he shouted before were not simply to shake people's hearts. The main purpose was to remind the people in charge of the current situation and not to impulsively create a big disaster.
wrong.
At this time, when he heard that Li Zhi still remained calm and only announced that he had committed the crime of defaulting, Duguxin secretly breathed a sigh of relief, but still insisted: "The affairs of the Chinese and Foreign Affairs Office are busy, there is no need to make more changes."
Nuisance. This leisure garden is enough to settle down, and I will stay here for future affairs. If you have complicated matters, go away, and if things are simple, stay. Anyone who dares to bully or cause nuisance will be severely punished and will not be disturbed!"
After Li Zhi heard Dugu Xin's confident words, his eyes suddenly turned cold and his teeth clenched.
But after weighing it in his heart, he had to admit that Dugu Xin did have such qualifications. Regardless of his status in the country, the Taiyuan King Li Boshan behind him alone made Li Zhi even though he was already
They surrounded Dugu Xin and did not dare to harm him rashly.
Seeing that Dugu Xin stubbornly wanted to stay in the attic of the palace and refused to leave, Li Zhi did not dare to use force for a while, so he could only order his trusted generals to lead the soldiers to surround the attic here, and in the attic
He erected a fence outside to isolate the inside and outside, and then he evacuated here and turned to where Zhao Gui was.
"Why not kill the old thief!"
When Li Zhi evacuated the encirclement, he met Yu Wenjue with an angry face. Yu Wenjue sat astride the horse, raised his finger and pointed at Li Zhi and shouted angrily: "Could it be that Si Lu also listened to the evil words of the old thief Dugu?
In order to protect the people, we have both internal and external considerations!"
When Li Zhi heard this scolding, he quickly turned over and dismounted, kowtowed in front of Yu Wenjue's horse and said quickly: "I, father and son, are deeply blessed by the Lord's grace. They have been the servants of the government for a long time. They are sincere in serving. How dare you have any second thoughts! When this family
When the country is in danger, I am thinking of repaying the special kindness. The reason why I keep Da Sima here temporarily is to keep my power for a long time. Although the current situation is dangerous, there are still ways to ease it. Please retreat to the left and right, Lueyang Gongping.
, please let me explain it separately."
Yu Wenjue frowned and pondered for a while, then waved his hands to signal the close disciples around him to step aside for the time being. At the same time, he got off his horse, bent down to help Li Zhi up, and said in a deep voice: "I am not suspicious of Si Lu.
It’s just that at this critical moment, my mind is hesitant. As Si Lu said, the Lord’s kindness and nourishment are unique to Si Lu. Because of this kind of kindness and righteousness, many people have taught me how to deal with emergencies in recent days, but I only firmly believe that
Si Lu. The great Sima came in a menacing manner. He bullied me, and yet he refused to punish me even though he was already being punished. This really puzzles me!"
Li Zhi saw that Yu Wenjue was still willing to reason, so he said with sincerity: "The great enemies of our country today are the powerful bandits from the East and the powerful feudal lords from Shannan. Apart from these two, the rest will be in trouble."
wait.
Da Sima and others appear to be powerful, but in fact they are those who have been controlled by the Lord for a long time, and it is difficult to overturn the plan. Even if they are killed, it will not help. But if they are left alive, they can expose the evil plans of their party members internally.
, to the outside world, Shannan will not dare to knock on the gate and enter without permission."
When Yu Wenjue heard this, he remained silent, obviously not convinced yet, so Li Zhi said again: "When the Lord was still in the mansion, Shannan had become a formidable enemy. Now that the Lord may be unlucky, it will be even more difficult for the people in the country."
Control it. Once Shannan takes advantage of the situation and advances, Kansai will definitely be unstable.
Li Boshan has his own supporters, and he can be favored unless the people in my government rush to him. Duke Lueyang is the direct descendant of the Lord, and he will not give up the power of his successor, but he can understand rewards and punishments, appease the people, and the mood of the people in the government is stable. Li Boshan has nothing to do with it.
There is a gap to advance, but we can only stay in the south of the mountain and not dare to move forward, otherwise we will be cut off from the crowd."
"I hope the funeral will be as Secretary Lu said. Although there are many servants in the mansion, the one who can be my confidant is just Secretary Lu!"
An environment full of crises will always force people to grow up quickly and strengthen themselves. Not to mention whether Yu Wenjue recognized Li Zhi's opinion, but he also knew how to win over and comfort him. He grabbed Li Zhi's arm and said sincerely.
After hearing this, Li Zhi also looked moved, and bowed to Yuwenjue and said, "I am humble enough to ask the great uncle, and I will report everything to Duke Lueyang later."
Yu Wenjue waved his hand to signal Li Zhi to leave, while he looked at the attic still guarded by Dugu Xin's subordinates, his eyes gradually showing a fierce light.
He may be limited by his age and experience and is not as scheming as his father, but growing up in such a family has also influenced him. He naturally understands that Li Zhi's remarks are still far-fetched. The reason why he does not dare to harm Dugu Xin is simply because he is worried about losing money as a result.
There is only room for dialogue and negotiation with Li Boshan.
Although Li Zhi and others successfully controlled Dugu Xin and Zhao Gui, the situation did not get better, but became even more turbulent. Before, the two men only acted in secret, but now tens of thousands of troops were deployed to surround them, which also made many people angry.
The surging undercurrent turned into a bright current, and the situation became more sensitive and tense.
In particular, although these two people were reduced to subordinate prisoners, they still refused to submit and cooperate with the Chinese and Foreign Governments. They each stayed in their own place in the Wanshou Palace and completely refused to communicate with the Chinese and Foreign Governments. Their postures were still arrogant and arrogant.
If these situations only make people feel anxious and distressed, then what happens next will challenge the limits of people's endurance.
On the second day after Dugu Xin and Zhao Gui were controlled, another Zhuguohou Mo Chenchong also sent his subordinates from Weinan to question the situation of the Eastern Expedition. Was it a complete victory as previously said?
Is there any other situation?
Hou Mo and Chen Chong made this question not because of the turmoil caused by Dugu Xin and others, but because the Shannan Division brigade had entered the Shangluo area from Wuguan, and the declaration was made by Otsuka Prime Minister sending envoys to ask for help.
When this situation was reported to the Chinese and Foreign Affairs Office, it immediately caused an uproar, and Li Zhi and others who had been in charge of the affairs of the government recently were questioned.