In fact, when Yang Xiuqing became the Eastern King and Hong Xiuquan ignored the affairs of the court, Yang Xiuqing had already controlled the power in the court, making all the officials in the court only know that there was the East King and not the Heavenly King.
Because of this, more than 5,000 officials were executed by Wei Changhui.
Now, when Li Xiucheng learned that Hong Xiuquan was involved, he did not have any fear in his heart. Instead, he wanted to kill Hong Xiuquan to avenge Yang Xiuqing. Li Xiucheng stared at Li Zhen and said in a deep voice: "I will kill these rebellious officials and traitors one by one. To avenge the Eastern King."
Li Zhen heard this and smiled coldly.
Li Xiucheng glared, angry at Li Zhen's disbelief.
Li Zhen continued: "During this period, the Taiping Heavenly Kingdom was really busy. First, Yang Xiuqing was killed by Wei Changhui and Qin Rigang, and more than 5,000 officials associated with Yang Xiuqing were killed. Later, Shi Dakai led his army back to Nanjing and reprimanded Qin Rigang and Qin Rigang. Wei Changhui committed the following crime, which angered Wei Changhui, so much so that Wei Changhui wanted to assassinate Shi Dakai, causing Shi Dakai to be forced to leave Nanjing, and Shi Dakai's family members were also killed by Wei Changhui. Later, Wei Changhui was jointly attacked by Shi Dakai and Hong Xiuquan, and was cut into pieces by five horses. It's really wonderful. Now, only Qin Rigang and Hong Xiuquan are left alive."
"Well, have a good death."
Li Xiucheng said crazily: "It's just a carcass with five horses. Wei Changhui should be cut into pieces with a thousand knives. This guy killed the King of the East and persecuted the family of King Yi. He is simply a big sycophant. The country will not be at peace until he dies."
After a pause, Li Xiucheng continued to roar: "Qin Rigang, I will kill you. Hong Xiuquan, you are an unprincipled and ignorant king. You are blind. I will definitely kill this prison and avenge the East King."
Li Zhen said with a smile: "You want to kill Qin Rigang and also kill Hong Xiuquan with your own hands. Do you have the ability?"
Li Xiucheng suddenly choked up and figured it out instantly.
What Li Zhen said was clearly to induce him to surrender, because if Li Xiucheng did not surrender, it would be impossible to take revenge. If Li Xiucheng wanted to avenge Yang Xiuqing, he had no choice but to turn to Li Zhen. Apart from that, Li Xiucheng had no other option.
For a time, Li Xiucheng was in a dilemma.
Surrendered and became a lackey of the Qing army.
If you don't surrender, you will definitely face the same fate as Yang Xiuqing, who will also be killed.
Li Zhen saw the change in Li Xiucheng's expression and continued: "You have to think carefully about whether Yang Xiuqing's revenge should be avenged. Would you rather go underground to accompany Yang Xiuqing, or kill the two enemies Hong Xiuquan and Qin Rigang with your own hands?"
Li Zhen's words were like magic sounds, constantly transmitted into Li Xiucheng's mind.
Li Xiucheng's heart also wavered.
Sometimes he surrendered, sometimes he refused to surrender. The two kept struggling. After a long time, Li Xiucheng's expression gradually calmed down. He looked up at Li Zhen and said in a deep voice: "I surrender, as long as I can avenge Dong Wang. I'm willing to do anything."
Li Zhen clapped his hands and smiled and said: "Okay, those who know the current affairs are heroes. I like the most loyal and talented people like you. If you join the army, I will have another strong general."
Li Xiucheng said coldly: "I just want to kill Hong Xiuquan and Yang Xiuqing. If we face King Yi, I will not fight."
Li Zhen's smile suddenly faded, and he said coldly: "Do you think it is easy to kill Hong Xiuquan and Qin Rigang? If you want to avenge Yang Xiuqing, you must confront Shi Dakai. You must consider this clearly, you cannot avoid it. "Li Zhen stared at Li Xiucheng, he looked like an old fox.
After hearing this, Li Xiucheng felt that he had fallen into a trap.
However, Li Xiucheng could not refute.
To take revenge, you really have to face Shi Dakai.
Li Zhen continued: "Actually, there is no solution."
"Oh, what can I do?"
"Capture Shi Dakai and make him submit to me just like you."
"You're dreaming."
"How could I be daydreaming in broad daylight? You see, you are also a fierce general of the Taiping Heavenly Kingdom, and now you have surrendered to me. As a handsome man, Shi Dakai has a future by following me, so this is the best Way." Li Zhen said with a smile: "This will not only avoid killing Shi Dakai, but also weaken the Taiping Heavenly Kingdom. It will be one step closer to your revenge for killing Hong Xiuquan."
Li Zhen completely became an old fox, constantly tempting and dragging Li Xiucheng into the water step by step.
Li Xiucheng's mouth twitched and he was speechless.
Li Zhen waved his sleeves and said: "If you don't talk about these boring things, I will arrange someone for you. You should wash up well and don't look slovenly. Next, what you have to do is to integrate into the army and prepare to give Yang Xiuqing wants to take revenge. I will provide you with a chance, but I have only one request. I hope you will pursue your own affairs in your position and do your part well. If you are unqualified, then I can only kick you out. Don’t blame me for not doing so. Be polite."
Li Xiucheng was provoked by Li Zhen and said loudly: "Don't worry, I'm not so dirty."
Li Zhen laughed, turned and left the camp.
Li Xiucheng got on this boat, but it would not be so easy to get back in the future. Li Zhen did not want to let Li Xiucheng return to his heart at once. That would be unrealistic, so Li Zhen had patience and slowly polished Li Xiucheng.
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Xianfeng fifth year, December.
Hong Xiuquan used Shi Dakai to stabilize the government. After the situation stabilized, he executed Qin Rigang who participated in the murder of Yang Xiuqing and removed his title. At this point, the two princes who participated in the conspiracy against Yang Xiuqing were all killed.
Tianwang Mansion, study room.
Xu Yuan stood next to Hong Xiuquan with his head bowed, not daring to breathe. Originally, he thought that Hong Xiuquan was a person who didn't care about things. After seeing Hong Xiuquan's successive methods, he was too scared to have any thoughts anymore. Yang Xiuqing In silence, Hong Xiuquan took advantage of Wei and Qin to kill him.
Soon after, Wei Changhui was executed by Hong Xiuquan and Shi Dakai.
Now that the situation has been stabilized, Qin Rigang was executed again. Xu Yuan was completely ashamed of such a dramatic move. He no longer dared to have any thoughts in front of Hong Xiuquan. Hong Xiuquan glanced at Xu Yuan, with a smile on his lips. Said: "Xu Yuan, what's going on in Tianjing recently?"
Xu Yuan said respectfully: "Reporting to the King of Heaven, everything is fine in Tianjing. Under King Yi's adjustment, the situation has gradually improved. The situation has stabilized and the Qing army has begun to counterattack."
"Oh, what's the reputation of King Yi?" Hong Xiuquan asked unhurriedly.
When Xu Yuan heard this, his heart skipped a beat.
This sentence clearly contains the meaning of suspicion.
Xu Yuan knew that Hong Xiuquan still had eyes and ears, so he did not dare to hide it, and said honestly: "Report to the King of Heaven, King Yi is in charge of government affairs, and also controls the military. Now all the civil and military officials in the court only know that there is King Yi, but they do not know that there is a King of Heaven. In my humble opinion, this is not a good sign. Although King Yi is loyal, he must be careful."
Hong Xiuquan asked: "What are your ideas?"
Xu Yuan rolled his eyes and said: "King of Heaven, among the kings in the court, only King Yi is the only one. The King of East, King of West, King of South, King of North and King of Yan are all dead, and only King Yi is left. , so those who have no control over King Yi, out of their humble opinion, will confer a few more kings to restrict King Yi's rights, so that King Yi will not be able to rebel."
When Hong Xiuquan heard this, a smile suddenly appeared on his face.
