The fifty-ninth chapter: King of Yan Shi Bin Jiao Zhao was killed, Shi Zun was ordered to return to Yecheng
Xiangguo, the residence of King Yan. In ten months, envoys came from Yecheng again.
This time it was not only the envoys, but also Zhang Xiong, Zhang Jack's younger brother, and his five hundred capital guards. Those guards lined up in front of the Yan Palace to await the arrival of the Yan King.
At this time, King Yan was leading his entourage back from hunting, but he was suspicious when he saw this formation. Before King Yan could take off his armor, he entered the palace with his entourage.
In the center of the main hall, I saw that the leader was my old friend Yang Huan. I was overjoyed, so I went to meet you and said, "Brother Yang, after a long journey, I have met you three times in one month. I am so lucky in my life."
"No, no, I guess my emperor must have something important to entrust. Otherwise, how could he come on January 3rd? Haha"
After saying that, Shi Bin hugged him and walked forward, "Come on, please."
When Shi Bin saw a strong man beside Yang Huan, he became suspicious and asked: "Why does Yang need so many people to come to my mansion? Come, there are fine wines and delicacies in the inner courtyard of my mansion. It is very hard for the two of you to travel and travel. Come here."
Come on, let's go to the inner courtyard to rest first." As he said that, he pulled Yang Huan towards the inner courtyard.
However, he saw Zhang Xiong standing upright in front of Shi Bin, refusing to leave. King Yan was shocked and hurriedly wanted to call his followers, but saw that they had been blocked from the main hall by Zhang Xiong's five hundred guards.
King Yan knew something was wrong and wanted to draw the sword from his waist. However, Zhang Xiong was already on guard and knocked him down, captured him, and twisted him to his knees.
After seeing him captured, the envoy slowly unfolded the edict and said: "Since ancient times, filial piety has been the foundation of human relations. My emperor's intention is that the prince is an orphan and wants to entrust the king of Yan with state affairs... However, the king of Yan encouraged singing and dancing, and used the Xuanduan flag to drive away
Riding in the countryside, wandering for hunting, there is no respect and filial piety... Therefore, it is extremely unfilial to belong to the Five Pisces. King Zhou Xiang cannot serve his mother. "Spring and Autumn" says, "The king of heaven came to live in Zheng." If he is not filial, he will be eliminated in the world... Therefore
Liu He, the king of Changyi in Han Dynasty, lost his country because of this. What King Yan did was even worse than Liu He. He had no loyalty to the religion. He was specially dismissed from the official position and returned to the throne. He could not leave the palace even half a step without an imperial edict."
Shi Bin knew that things had suddenly changed, so he relied on his status as a prince and angrily scolded the people around him: "Yang Huan, you eunuch, you deceived the Holy Emperor. I want to see my father, and I wish I could kill all you treacherous people."
Zhang Xiong held him firmly at the side and said contemptuously: "It's useless to talk more. Please give me permission, King Yan."
Shi Bin knew that the situation was irreversible, so he said to Yang Huan, half mockingly and half pleading: "I treat you badly, why do you treat me like this?"
Yang Huan stepped forward and leaned into his ear and said, "Do you know why I entered the palace to be an eunuch who is despised by everyone, and have I endured the humiliation to this day?"
"Why?" King Yan stared at him for a long time.
"You brothers are fighting, but my brothers and relatives have no hatred and no grudges, but they are involved in it. They die at the hands of your brothers. I am lucky enough to survive. Since there is such a chaos, I am happy to see it, so you can fight again.
Let’s fight.”
Shi Bin looked at him absentmindedly, "You, alas, my end is approaching. The world is in chaos, how long can you survive?"
Yang Huan raised his eyebrows and stopped talking nonsense with Shi Bin. He said, "If I can get my revenge, my wish will be fulfilled. What else does the rest have to do with me." He stood up and said to Zhang Xiong who was standing aside, "Master Zhang, I'm done.
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Shi Bin was closely guarded by Zhang Xiong's 500 bodyguards, and had been cut off from all contact with him.
Youzhou Jicheng
Shi Zun knelt down at his residence in Prince Pengcheng to receive the edict, "I accept the edict. I will respectfully send the envoy from Yecheng back to the capital."
After saying this, Shi Zun personally sent the envoy out of the house and returned after a long time.
Shi Zun returned to his house and summoned all the generals to discuss it quickly, saying: "Now in our country of Zhao, Liang Du is in chaos in Xinping, and the life and death of our lord are unknown. My father has appointed me as a general to assist the government together with King Yan Shi Bin and Rong Zhao General Zhang Jie."
.I was ordered to go to Yedu to listen to the enquiry. I am still undecided. What do you think?"
After hearing this, the general who had been guarding the border for a long time smiled and said: "The auxiliary minister has a high position and is much more powerful than this barbaric land of Youzhou. We all look forward to one day being able to return to the capital according to the imperial edict.
It is said that the prosperity of the city of Ye is rare in ancient times. The scenery of Hualin is unparalleled, and even if you see it in the morning and die in the evening, you will have no regrets."
After listening to this, all the generals burst into laughter. After a burst of joy, the generals slowly calmed down and considered the current situation carefully. Some of them still had a look of uneasiness on their faces.
Deng Heng, the general who conquered the east, said worriedly: "Now our country is in civil turmoil, and the enemy countries from all directions are looking at them, especially Murong Yan's country. His Tuhe guard general Murong Ba is not old, but he is wise and brave, and he leads the way.
In terms of courage and strategy, none of the generals in our Zhao Kingdom are better than him. I have fought with him many times, but I have never gained any advantage, and instead I have lost many soldiers and horses."
After listening to Deng Heng's words, General Chen Siam sarcastically said: "Master Deng won't be afraid after a few defeats, so as to open his eyes for the enemy. Our Jicheng city is high and the ditch is deep, so I don't think he dares to go south."
Deng Heng stood up and said to everyone sitting here: "I am not afraid of the Yan State. If the two armies confront each other, it is not a big deal. What I am afraid of is behind me."
Ningbei General Mu Jian also said: "Last year, because of the rebellion between Shi Tao and Shi Xuan brothers, the brothers massacred each other, and the tragedy in the East Palace was rarely seen in previous generations. The emperor mishandled it, which led to the rebellion of Gao Li, the guard of the East Palace, and our country was almost overthrown. Fortunately, we were almost overthrown.
Thanks to the efforts of our Zhao generals, the situation has been pacified. However, the master is seriously ill, the prince is young, and the situation in the capital is unclear, so there are hidden dangers. I request the Jicheng garrison to assist King Pengcheng."
Shi Zun's younger brother Pei Wang Shi Chong was also in Jicheng now. He advised Shi Zun: "Brother wants to go to Yecheng, but since I have stayed in Jicheng, we have hundreds of thousands of troops and horses in our hands. Please forgive me, Empress Liu."
, Zhang Jack doesn’t dare to do anything to us.”
Shi Zun paced the hall, back and forth, reading the edict repeatedly, picking it up and putting it down.
Suddenly, Meng Zhun, the secretary of the mansion, came forward and said: "Don't worry, King Pengcheng. I will serve the king on his side and enter Ye together."
Shi Chong stepped forward and pulled Meng Zhun, looked at Shi Zun and said: "Secretary Meng coordinated the plan, and there are no mistakes. I really believe it. If Secretary Meng is here, I will feel at ease."
Shi Zun looked at Shi Chong and then at the generals, his mind made up. He stood in the hall and said: "In that case, I should return to Ye according to the imperial edict to fulfill my loyalty and filial piety. The affairs of Jicheng will be entrusted to Chongdi.
, If something happens to Ye City, I will give you a helping hand to protect my Shi family." Shi Zun held Shi Chong's shoulders tightly.
"Go as my brother, I will be with you in Jicheng."
"In this case, brother, when I go to Ye now, you will definitely guard the gate of the Zhao Kingdom for our Shi family."
Shi Chong was a man of integrity, and suddenly stood up and said: "King Pengcheng is in charge of our Zhao country, and he is diligent in the king's affairs. I will treat you as my brother without hesitation. Now that the stone world has been established, we should be loyal to my Shi family."
The ancestral temple must not bring trouble to Xiao Qiang again. If you join forces with the thieves and overthrow the state of Zhao, my brother should also spread the word to the four realms and follow the order to fight against rebellion."
Shi Zun said with a smile: "Haha, don't worry if you are a good brother. My brother is just interested in literature. Today, my brother is lucky enough to get the title of King of Pengcheng, but for the sake of the State of Zhao, my brother is in danger alone this time."
At this time, in Longcheng, the capital of the Yan Kingdom, the March mourning period has passed. Now it is late spring. The funeral of the previous king and the enthronement of the new king have all ended. The capital, which has been busy for a winter, has returned to calm, business travelers are busy, and the people have returned to normal.
.The government and state affairs have also returned to what they were before.
It was a rare day to have free time. King Yan and his concubines were playing in the inner garden of the Dragon Palace. The concubines were specially ordered to bring their female relatives and young children into the palace together to talk about human relations. The princes and concubines who were originally in the dormitory could meet the Hun family.
, has been promoted to the queen position and is Queen Yan. On this day, she and her little sister Kezu Hun'an also went to the inner garden to play.
Looking at the beautiful figures of the concubines, Kezuhun complained to his sister: "Since ancient times, nobles have exchanged friends, and riches have exchanged wives. King Yan has only ascended the throne not long ago, and you see, he has recruited women from the people to enrich his harem.
I can't say anything more. If I say too much and get criticized by the officials, it is against women's ethics. If I am accused of jealousy, my position will not be guaranteed." He pulled his sister and said calmly, "
There is no one who knows me well in this huge palace, so my sister must come here often."
My sister, Ke Zuhun'an, is a gentle and peaceful woman and said: "My sister is so well-mannered and smart, she is not as good as those young women. For example, the brightness of flowers will wither in just one night of wind and rain, but the green pines and cypresses will remain intact despite the wind and snow."
He is becoming more and more tall and handsome. My sister has been with my brother-in-law for many years, and my sister is the eternal green pine behind my brother-in-law."
"You really know how to say, this is true. In this harem, the position of queen is nothing. In the final analysis, it is the position of the prince. You see, my Ye'er is humble and respectful, respects teachers and teaches, and has the style of a human king. King Yan is the favorite.
What do I have to worry about about him?"
Suddenly a hydrangea came over and it turned out to be Wei'er who threw it. But Hunshi was so angry that she said, "Wei'er, if only you were half as studious and calm as your brother. You are so old and you are so reckless all day long."
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Wei'er came over, made a face at Ke Zuhun'an, took his hydrangea and said, "Auntie is here, come play with me. In this world, my father and brother are enough. I will be a happy son."
After saying that, he wanted to take Kezu Hun'an and go out to play together, but he stopped when he saw his mother's serious expression.
"Alas, it's useless." Queen Yan sighed.
"Sister," Kezu Hun'an admonished, "Wei'er also has a true nature, and I am happy about it. Maybe everyone has their own destiny." After saying this, he felt sad secretly, as if he had something on his mind.
Seeing that her sister was so worried, Queen Yan had already guessed it and said, "Don't think about it, Murong Ba. I heard that his Mrs. Duan is pregnant now."
But Zuhun'an said hurriedly and shyly: "Sister is joking, I didn't think about him."
"Really, don't you miss him? There are many talented people in the Murong family. Look at Murong Rong from the family of Mrs. Gongsun, the late king. My sister thinks it's good. How about I let King Yan act as a matchmaker to facilitate this marriage for you."
"Sister, you are joking. My sister has been in the Murong Palace since she was a child. We haven't seen her for a long time. I just want to be by my sister's side."
"It turns out that Sister An is here too." King Yan left the concubines who were playing leisurely in the garden and walked towards the Kezu Hun family.
Seeing this, the Kezuhun family hurriedly left the banquet and saluted: "Your Majesty, all the sisters are here today, so you must have fun."
"Haha" King Yan was in a good mood and said, "The queen is joking. There is no one as beautiful as the queen in this harem."
"My king is really good at telling jokes." The queen immediately said, "I heard that the domineering prince Duan Fei is pregnant, so it would be unreasonable to prepare ordinary treasures and beautiful jade. I think that the border town is far away and there are few female relatives. I want to find a shrewd one in my palace. Only capable people can serve you, so that you can show your thoughtfulness and thoughtfulness."
After hearing this, King Yan felt that it was very reasonable, and immediately said, "In that case, I'll bother the queen."
But Zuhun'an joined in the fun and said, "If this is the case, my sister can also serve."
Ke Zuhun said angrily: "Sister, don't belittle yourself and say you don't want him. When you hear that you can go to Murong Ba's place, you are more active than anyone else. You must be his wife and concubine. Do you understand?"
But Zuhun'an blinked her big eyes and said, "Well, sister, I'm going to go for a walk in Tuhe River. Can I go for a walk?"
The queen held her head and said, "I really can't stand you. Do you understand this time?"
Kezuhun'an hurriedly bent down and said, "Thank you, sister."
Yecheng Taiwu Hall
Now Zhao Emperor Shi Huye is seriously ill, and the three princes, nine ministers, princes and ministers are not allowed to see him, and all the ministers are frightened.
A few days ago, during the court meeting, Prince Shi Shi was supervising the country, and Empress Liu was watching from behind the curtain. Empress Liu was interested, and Zhang Jack was at the head of the ministers to assist in the affairs of the court.
In the court, Zhang Jack announced to the ministers the news that Shi Bin had wandered around hunting without any filial piety and had been imprisoned in the country of Xiang. The ministers were in an uproar after hearing this, and all his pleas for mercy were dismissed one by one. Now all the key palace guards in Yecheng are imprisoned. Under the control of Liu Hou and Zhang Jack's party, the government situation became even more chaotic.
On that day, Xu Tong, the servant, told Empress Liu: "Yao Yizhong, Pu Hong, and Shi Min are outstanding men of the moment. Now that we have strong troops, they will return to the capital soon. If there are no strong people to suppress them, they may be like being released from the cage." Bird, there is no peaceful day anymore, I invite Empress Liu, General Zhang, for my Zhao country plan, quickly summon King Yan back to the capital."
Zhang Jack said impatiently: "It seems that you have received many benefits from Shi Bin, but all of them are in your eyes. This person is unfilial to his family and disloyal to the country. He secretly associates with dead soldiers and supports party members. He is under the care of your majesty and is trusted by Empress Liu." , I should clean up the traitors and traitors for the crown prince." When he was about to finish speaking, his words were sarcastic, "Isn't this Zhao country going to be able to do without Shi Bin?!"
Li Nong said angrily: "I want to see Your Majesty. We haven't seen Your Majesty for many days. Could it be that we were harmed by your generation? I want to see Your Majesty."
"Bold, Empress Liu, the prince is here, how can I allow you to speak nonsense here?" Zhang Jack said angrily.
"Master Zhang, Li Sikong is loyal and diligent in the king's affairs. His kindness is admirable and should be commended." As Liu Hou said, he half leaned out and asked the prince loudly, "Prince Shi Shi, how is your father?"
Shi Shi looked back at Empress Liu like a puppet on strings. Empress Liu's eyes were stern. Shi Shi said word for word: "Father, I caught a cold occasionally. The imperial doctor told me to rest and rest. I think he will recover in a few days. Please ministers." worry."
After Liu Hou heard this, he nodded deeply, then stood up and asked loudly from behind the curtain: "How is it, Li Sikong, do you have any doubts about the prince's words?"
Li Nong argued: "The Yin Jian of the Jin Dynasty is not far away, and our dynasty is also afraid of the disaster caused by Jian Nanfeng."
"You, you, you, you are brave." Empress Liu was angry and annoyed. If it was praise, Li Ji's Rebellion would be better, but he actually compared her to the black and ugly former dynasty Jia Nanfeng. Empress Liu was so angry that she was shaking all over. She was so busy that she ignored etiquette. He hurriedly called Zhang Jack forward and ordered him to be punished quickly.
Zhang Jie was helpless. Today, Empress Liu and Zhang Jie have relatively weak foundations in the court. In addition, Shi Shineng became the crown prince at that time, and Li Nong was also among the people who signed the letter. He could be regarded as a supporter. If he were to kill this person, he would probably hurt the hearts of all the ministers. , then comforted her and said: "Queen Liu, don't be impatient. A little impatience will ruin your big plans. Let's just bear with her for a while."
Empress Liu pouted with a displeased look on her face, "Humph, you know how to trick my women into treating others. Tell me, how do you think I am better than Jia Nanfeng?"
"Well, how can Jia Nanfeng be far worse than you? You are more beautiful than Concubine Zheng."
"I don't even know how to praise others. How can I have the beauty of Zheng Yingtao? If her eldest son Shi Sui hadn't been convicted and deposed, we would have had nothing to do."
The prince flirted openly in the court, and the prince Shi Shi was greatly embarrassed and did not take the prince seriously at all.
After retiring from the imperial court, Empress Liu and Zhang Jack were impatient and lingering in the harem. When they were deeply in love, Yang Huan had no time to report, so he rushed through the door and saw only a blushing scene. He hurriedly said: "Old slave
I didn't see anything, so I resigned."
After saying that, he was about to go back out of the palace, but Zhang Jack stopped him and asked, "Don't you want to leave, please wait a moment."
Empress Liu, however, was standing aside with unfinished thoughts. She just held his hand to finish the unfinished business. This made Zhang Jacky unhappy and said: "Woman, Yang's servant is always cautious in doing things, but this time he was so reckless. He must have something important to do."
Just wait."
"What's the important matter? This Zhao country will soon belong to my family." After thinking about it, "Forget it, Your Majesty is still here, I will wait for a few more days." After saying this, Liu Hou just lay on the brocade quilt,
The rest will not hear it.
Zhang Jack adjusted his clothes slightly and said, "What is the matter? Please report it quickly."
Yang Huan calmed down his thoughts and said: "Shi Zun of Jicheng City has now arrived at the Yongle Palace outside the city and is waiting for the summons. I hope the general will decide what he wants to do now."
Empress Liu was shocked when she heard this on the bed, "Shi Zun is so fast. I thought it would take a few days, but I didn't expect him to be so fast."
When Zhang Jack heard that Shi Zun was coming, he was a little panicked. He immediately thought about it and asked, "How many troops will Shi Zun lead?"
"Shi Zun has a light chariot and a few dozen riders."
"Okay, okay, since ancient times, foreign ministers have been sent to the capital by imperial edict. In order to show the Lord's benevolence, he has been given fragrant soup to bathe in and prepared delicacies. Now Shi Zun has been living in Jicheng for a long time and has not returned to the capital for a long time. He is serving Shi Zun in Changle with the able people in the palace.
After bathing and dressing in the palace, meals will be provided first."
"Old slave, I got the order, but it only lasts for a day or two. The general has to think of another way."
Zhang Jack thought for a moment and said, "Go quickly and let me think about it."
Yang Huan left. Empress Liu ignored the etiquette and supported Zhang Jacky and said, "Shi Zun comes again before Shi Bin can solve the problem. You, you have to think of a way." Empress Liu then thought about it and said, "How about you?"
, or else be imprisoned like Shi Bin, anyway, it’s not you and me who have the final say in Yecheng.”
Zhang Jack was a little sulky and said seriously: "In my opinion, Yecheng is no better than Xiang State. The meritorious nobles and veterans of the past dynasties are intertwined. It cannot be controlled by the two of us."
Empress Liu knew that she had made a mistake and said in annoyance: "Then, then, kill him."
Zhang Jack just pushed her away and couldn't help but said angrily: "It's ridiculous. My father is seriously ill and he came here for a visit. It's human nature to kill someone who is disappointed. The fierce discussion at court will drown you and me, and the prince as well. Allow me.
Think again."
Empress Liu stretched herself, combed her hair, and sat on the edge of the bed, leaning against him. However, she saw that Zhang Jack still looked serious and frowned.
Liu Hou chuckled: "It won't work this way, that won't work either. I say you men are just afraid of tigers in front and wolves in the back. Just find any reason to drive him away."
Hearing this, Zhang Jack's worries turned into joy, "It's an idea to run away. Now everyone inside and outside the imperial city is my party members. As long as they don't let their father and son meet, I don't need to worry about the rest. This is a very good idea."
