Chapter seven hundred and eighty second Tang surrender
At the end of February in the third year of Dali.
The flags of the Tang Dynasty that were originally densely covered on the walls of the Eastern Capital were all removed and replaced with lowered flags as white as snow.
Countless Tang troops put down their weapons and lined up behind the city gate. The city was as densely packed as a dense forest, stretching as far as the eye could see. Most of them were downcast or full of sorrow.
The city gate was wide open, and Tang Wang Li Yuan led his queen Dou Shi, his youngest son Li Zhiyun, Li Yuanjing, Li Yuanchang and more than a dozen of his children, as well as more than 20 beauties including Concubine Wan Guifei and Concubine Yu Wen, as well as important ministers Li Xiaogong, Liu Wenjing, Pei Ji, Duan Zhixuan,
Liu Hongji, Chai Shao and other forty or fifty people, the Chai family, the Zhou family, the Zhao family, the Cui family, the Yuwen family, the Li family and other famous families and their heads and representatives from the Dongdu branch families, as well as the White Horse Temple, Zixia Temple, Zizhu
Gangs and other sect gangs that are famous all over the world, as well as the remnants of Shaolin Temple, Baihua Palace, Faxiang Sect and other forces that supported the Tang Dynasty and were trapped in the city.
There were two to three thousand people in the group, and they were lined up several miles away. These were only important officials, dignitaries and representatives of various forces in the Tang Dynasty.
Everyone who left the city was dressed in plain clothes. The king of Tang Dynasty, Li Yuan, was topless with his long hair disheveled. Behind him were dozens of attendants, holding seals and books, leading sheep and banners, and even carrying a luxurious Wangluan carrying a coffin.
, coupled with the sobbing and crying of some women and children, the atmosphere was gloomy and gloomy, like a funeral procession.
This is the most formal and solemn ceremony of national surrender, with extremely high standards.
"What a joke! You're just a fake king in an isolated city, and you're so pretentious, you really think you're an emperor..."
King Wu Xin of Li and the generals of the Li army, who were well prepared, were waiting outside. Watching the Tang ceremony, Duke Luo Yi of Yan murmured with some jealousy and annoyance.
The muttering was not loud, but it was enough for hundreds of people around to hear it. Li Shentong, who was accompanying Wu Xin, changed his expression and lowered his head in silence.
"If he had known this, why did he do it in the first place? Now that the matter has come to this, he thought that the grand point of the ceremony would be more important. What a dream!"
Li Mi, Duke of Wei, was also a little envious and looked forward with red eyes and echoed.
You know, when Wei and Beiyan surrendered, but the whole country surrendered, there were still dozens or more than a hundred cities. Li Wang Wuxin didn't even show up, so naturally there was no grand and grand national ceremony.
The only remaining city in the Tang Dynasty, Dongdu, was surrounded by water and had to surrender, as if it was worthless...
Wu Xin glanced at the two princes with a frown, and Mr. Hua quickly scolded:
"Okay! Be careful! After all, Dongdu is the capital of heaven. This is a ceremony of heaven. Don't make extraneous matters."
Luo Yi pursed his lips and remained silent, while Li Mi smiled sarcastically and responded quickly: "What Master Hua Mansion said is absolutely true, but I am lying!"
The rest of the generals did not have the weird thoughts of Li Mi and Luo Yi. They were basically relieved, excited, and inexplicable emotions of anticipation.
I originally thought that the siege of Dongdu would take at least several months, maybe a year and a half. Even King Li revealed that he would hold a "Jin State Grand Ceremony" first, and then attack Dongdu. The sudden surrender of Tang in front of us was not surprising.
What an unexpected surprise!
You know, despite the current encirclement by the army, there is also the insurance of the Eight Passes of Luoyang. As long as the Dongdu is not captured for a day, there may be changes.
Apart from anything else, as long as the Sui Empire attacks at all costs, it will be difficult for the Li army to capture the Eastern Capital.
If the Sui and Tang dynasties were to form an alliance, it would be even more difficult. Even if the Li army finally captured it, it would still be a struggle, and the Sui Empire might take advantage.
With the acquisition of Dongdu, the Li Kingdom's tendency to unify the world has basically been determined. Most of the Li ministers can relax, enjoy life, enjoy glory and wealth, or pursue the road of greatness with all their strength.
In addition, the Li generals present, including Li state officials and military officers who were far away in Jiangdu or in various cities, were all curious about who King Li would send to the east capital.
No matter who is in charge of the Eastern Capital, after Li Guo's promotion, a king is basically stable, who doesn't want it?!
Li Mi, Luo Yi, Du Fuwei and other prestigious ministers who held great military power, including the three princes and princes, all had great expectations and wanted to try their best to compete.
The sun is three poles high, the wind is gentle and the sun is beautiful.
Both inside and outside the city walls, vast armies stretching as far as the eye can see, like mountains and seas, gathered. However, there was no evil spirit, because the armies on both sides had no intention to fight or kill.
Blue sky, white clouds, and sunshine.
The crowd outside Dongdu was relaxed, excited, looking forward to it, in a good mood, and in a sunny mood.
The crowds in Dongdu City are worried, nervous, sad, depressed, and filled with gloom.
The crowds on both sides were equally silent, a silence from the heart, even the funeral-like sobs could not affect it.
Countless people, countless eyes, and countless forces are silently watching this historic moment!
Time passes quickly amidst the confusion of countless people's thoughts...
The Tang army, which was slowly leaving the city, finally stopped. Headed by Tang Wang Li Yuan, they bowed to the side of the road and respectfully welcomed the departing army.
"Start driving..."
Hua Gonggong shouted at the top of his lungs, and the troops who had been waiting for a long time suddenly trembled.
"Be careful! There is murderous intent..."
Wu Xin looked at the crowd leaving the city with a normal expression and reminded calmly.
"My king..."
Everyone's expressions changed, and Li Shentong's expression changed even more. He trembled and was about to bow down and explain.
"The Tang State sincerely surrenders! However, there are always people who don't want to see it, so just be careful of the assassins!"
Without waiting for Li Shentong to say more, Wu Xin quickly explained. After finishing his words, he patted the golden lion on its head and walked forward slowly.
Assassination, what Wu Xin is least afraid of is assassination.
It can be said that as long as there is no endless siege, Wu Xin has nothing to worry about.
Li Shentong breathed a sigh of relief, his face softened slightly, but he followed Wu Xin closely.
Li Shentong is the "leader" of the Tang Kingdom's surrender. He is qualified to follow King Li. He doesn't know whether to expect or worry. If he performs well and satisfies King Li, if he appreciates it, he can get a good position at least!
The generals of the Li army were on guard secretly, but they followed closely one after another, keeping tight on the outside and tight on the inside.
Three miles...
Two miles...
100 meters...
Within a short distance of a few miles, a powerful person could arrive within a few breaths, but for the crowds on both sides, seconds seemed like years, and their emotions were complicated, as if they had walked for an extremely long time.
"Li Yuan, the guilty minister, welcomes my king respectfully and asks my king to punish you!"
Wu Xin rode a golden lion and arrived forty or fifty meters ahead of Li Yuan. Li Yuan held up the letter of surrender and Luck said in a loud voice that could be heard for more than ten miles...
The low and hoarse voice made the sobbing and cries of the Tang people even louder.
"Welcome my king, please punish me!"
Behind Li Yuan, the attendants and important ministers holding various items followed and shouted.
There are the seals of the Tang Dynasty, many books, including household registration, military, people's livelihood, property, etc., and even the famous martial arts manuals of the Tang Dynasty royal family. There are dozens of them, each of which is a big stack.
"It is a blessing that all your ministers are alive, not a sign of mourning. We are also considered our own family members, so we don't need these false courtesy!"
Wu Xin did not stop there, but said surprisingly calmly, which made everyone on both sides stunned.
When the whole country besieged the city, everyone thought that Li Wang Wuxin would be furious and teach Tang Wang Li Yuan a lesson. What kind of rhythm is this?! It is definitely impossible to just forget it!
