The sixty-sixth chapter, the general situation in Ye City has settled, Zhang Jack was finally killed by the clan
Ye City, inside the Jinhua Palace. Now the palace people are scattered, the doors and windows are open, the ornaments and utensils are scattered all over the floor, the curtains are fluttering and falling, and it looks like a miserable wind and rain.
At this time, Empress Dowager Liu was sitting behind the curtain of the main hall, but she was solemn. Only a small chamberlain came forward to announce that General Zhang had arrived.
When Zhang Jack entered the palace, he knelt down with a thud and prostrated himself on the ground.
The Queen Mother pushed open the curtain, looked at the kneeling man and said slowly: "General Zhang, you are here."
Zhang Jack had no face and just sobbed: "I have betrayed Her Majesty the Queen Mother's holy grace and my sin is unforgivable. I have no face to face the Queen Mother."
"Ho ho." The Queen Mother laughed and said, "This is not what you Zhang Jack would say. Shi Min has great ambitions and is not limited by the love of his children. I heard that only one arrow cut off your attempt to hold Shi Yun hostage."
Zhang Jack only buried his head deeper.
"General Zhang, come, come." Empress Liu was surprisingly calm at this time and motioned for him to sit on the couch.
Zhang Jackal also stood up blankly, sitting side by side with her in a reserved manner. Liu Hou rested his head on Zhang Jackal's shoulder, and Zhang Jackal had no choice but to hug her.
Suddenly, Empress Liu burst into tears and buried her head in Zhang Jack's chest. The crying became louder and could not be stopped, and she said: "The late Emperor Zi's palace has not yet been buried, but disasters are increasing. Now the emperor's heir is young, and he is entrusted to him."
General, how can a general help evil?"
Zhang Jack could not speak.
Empress Dowager Liu wiped her tears and said, "Can I be punished if I am a high-ranking official?"
Zhang Jack had nothing to do, but kept comforting her. Empress Dowager Liu left Zhang Jack's arms, only hit him hard, and said: "As long as it doesn't hurt my son, I will give him anything. Aren't you men?
Be it glory and wealth, be promoted to a higher position, be given whatever you want."
Zhang Jack was already confused and just nodded in agreement, "What does the Queen Mother want to give him?"
"The Prime Minister, the Grand Sima, and this palace are all given to him." Empress Dowager Liu called out hurriedly, "Yang Huan, where is Yang Huan?"
Yang Huan hurriedly stepped forward and said, "My servant is here."
"The decree of this palace is: to make Shi Zun the prime minister, to lead the Grand Commander, the Grand Governor, and the Commander-in-Chief of all the Chinese and foreign armies, record the ministerial affairs, add Huang Yue and Jiuxi, enfeoff ten more counties, and entrust Aheng with the responsibility."
After saying that, Empress Liu looked at Zhang Jack and said, "General Zhang, do you think this is enough? I have the highest honor."
Zhang Jack was silent for a long time, and suddenly said coldly: "I'm afraid, Shi Zunzhi is more than that."
Anyang Pavilion outside Yecheng
Shi Zun and the generals discussed the matter of entering the city, but only heard his sergeants come to report, and the envoy from Yecheng asked to see him.
Shi Zun laughed and said: "No, Shi Min can be used after all. Now that Ye City is in my hands, Zhang Jack and Queen Liu are already turtles in the jar. How can they have the face to negotiate terms? I can only surrender with my life in order to save my life."
"King Pengcheng," Meng Zhun advised, "Since ancient times, swordsmen and soldiers have met each other, and life has been ruined. There are still thousands of Zhang Jack's best friends in the Ye Palace. If we can kill them without bloodshed and protect the imperial city, it will be a hundred benefits and no harm. Not to mention the late emperor.
The coffin and the concubines, His Majesty's mother, are also in the palace. If they can be preserved, it will be of great benefit."
Shi Zun thought about it for a while, and felt that it was quite reasonable, and said: "We'll wait until we see you, but we can only surrender with our hands tied, and we won't talk about the rest."
As soon as the man left, Meng Zhun whispered: "Shi Min has made great contributions in this battle, and the king promised him the crown prince..."
Shi Zun just laughed and said: "It's an expedient measure, it's an expedient measure. Nowadays, the whole Zhao Kingdom still has the surname Shi, and it is unprecedented to only raise a grandson to give him the title of king. How can there be a reason for a foreign tribe to adopt a son as a prince? Take Ye
When it comes to the future of the city, I'll be planning it alone. If anyone comes, Xuan Yang Huan is coming in."
Hearing this, Meng Zhun hurriedly stopped the sergeants from leaving the tent to greet Yang Huan, quietly pulled Shi Zun to one side, and whispered: "King Pengcheng, if you stop Shi Min this time, he must have a lot of complaints. If he seizes the crown prince position again,
, I am afraid that he will be angry, the whole world of the Zhao Kingdom belongs to the Shi clan after all, do you think that the king cannot take a false name and get real disaster?"
Shi Zun glanced at him meaningfully, "What do you mean? You also agree with the raising of troops."
Meng Zhun analyzed it in detail: "At this time and that time, the people who caused trouble for the government were Zhang Jie and Empress Dowager Liu. There was only one woman and a child in the world. Now the king raises the banner of mourning for his father, and Qing Jun is on his side. It can be said that he has taken full advantage of morality and cut off the emperor.
Zhang Jack's original intention was to help protect Shi Shi and quell the grievances. If the king ascends to the throne again, he may be deprived of his power. How can he not establish Shi Min at that time?"
"In the end, I made a wedding dress for someone else." Shi Zun was furious, and all the soldiers in the tent stopped and only looked at the two of them.
"Your Majesty, the stone world has been established. You can do it in Yihuo. Why do you keep an eye on Wei Wu's affairs? The sky is angry and people are resentful."
Shi Zun said solemnly: "I have made up my mind, and I can't give any more advice. How can I be so humble as the emperor? Shi Min, I don't think he can change the world." After saying that, he went out of the tent and ordered people to bring Yang Huan.
"Xuan Yanghuan is in the tent." The attendant walked out of the tent and shouted.
Yang Huan straightened his clothes, but his demeanor remained unchanged despite the critical situation. Qian Kuan walked into the account and wanted to go to the center of the account to announce the decree. He saw someone snatching him from the left and right. Shi Zun read it in a hurry and then put it away. Yang Huan saw this
He was not angry, and just congratulated: "My servant has paid homage to King Pengcheng. King Pengcheng has taken over the military and political power of Zhao State. I am very happy and congratulations to you."
"Haha." King Pengcheng couldn't help laughing.
"Hahaha." Everyone laughed.
I saw a sergeant raised a long knife and put it on Yang Huan's neck, and cursed: "The Empress Dowager Liu is promiscuous and Zhang Jack is unethical. Isn't this Zhao country beyond the scope of Shi Shi's children? She should abdicate and let Shi Zun return."
Yang Huan said solemnly: "The so-called unjust name means unjust words. The person established by the late emperor is Shishi. He plans to usurp the government and subvert the world to attack him. We should ask the Queen Mother to carry out the decree."
I saw the sergeant shouting loudly: "If you still dare to be tough when things get tough, I'll see if I don't chop off your tongue."
"Wait a minute." Meng Zhun stepped forward to hold the back of the sword and persuaded everyone, "Although Manager Yang looks hateful, what he said is not unreasonable. The king is seeking rebellion from heaven. If there is no decree from the Queen Mother, I am afraid that the Zhao Kingdom will not accept it.
There must be many of them.”
Shi Zunjiu stared at him and said: "As you said, the Queen Mother's decree is still indispensable?"
At this time, Meng Zhun had already pushed away the man's sword and said in detail: "King Pengcheng's reputation spread far and wide, and all the people in the country are convinced of it. If the Queen Mother's decree can change the safety of the surrounding areas, why not do it?"
"
Seeing this, Yang Huan knew that Shi Zunyi was moved, and said: "King Pengcheng, I have one more thing to report. The king's mother is imprisoned in the harem. If the king can trust me, I will keep the king's mother safe."
"Empress Zheng." Thinking of this, Shi Zun couldn't help but think about it. Then he thought about it and said, "Mr. Yang, please call Zhang Xianyang Pavilion for a while to protect you."
Yang Huan quickly leaned over and kowtowed: "My slave, thank you, Your Majesty."
After Yang Huan returned to the city, he quickly entered Zhang Jack's mansion.
At this time, Zhang Jack was also panicking in his heart. He only heard the disciple say: "Master Zhang, Yang Huan is here."
"Please."
Before Yang Huan could sit down, Zhang Jack hurriedly asked, "How does Shi Zun see the imperial edict?"
"Shi Zun was overjoyed and had no intention of replacing him. It was all because of villains."
Zhang Jacky was still suspicious, "Is this really true?"
Yang Huan said sternly: "Shi Zun said, they are all his brothers. Shi Shi is in power, and Shi Zun holds the power behind the scenes, just like the story of Yi and Huo. If the general is willing to hand over power, he will become a rich man."
Zhang Jack was still hesitant in his heart. Yang Huan said: "The general went to Anyang Pavilion to meet him. Shi Zun's mother, Princess Zheng, is still in our hands. We should make an alliance with her and live up to the general."
Zhang Jack still hesitated, "The matter is critical, I should think it over again."
Yang Huan saw that Zhang Jack was hesitant and was busy ignoring etiquette. He suddenly leaned forward and said: "General, the matter has come to an end. I hope the general will make a quick decision to avoid accidents."
Zhang Jack angrily scolded, "You eunuch, stop making noise, stand down! I, the general, have my own plans."
The night was deep, it was early summer, there was a faint chirping of cicadas, and Zhang Jackal's mind was disturbed.
Zhang Xiong died in the turmoil, and everyone in the mansion fled, leaving only two or three old servants from when he started his business.
I only heard someone in the palace chanting in a low voice: "The jackals of the world are fleeing, the jackals of traveling around the country are fleeing, the jackals are fleeing of God's grace,...the jackals of Wangjing City are fleeing, the jackals of the world are fleeing day and night, the jackals of broken hearts are fleeing."
Zhang Jack's thoughts reached the peak of his nervousness, and he roared: "Who, who is humming?" No one responded, only the sound of chants.
After a while, an old servant came over and said: "General, Queen Mother Liu invites the general to come to the palace for a gathering."
Zhang Jack immediately asked: "What's that song about?"
"This is an adaptation of a ballad from the time of Emperor Ling of the Han Dynasty. The word 'Zhuo' was changed to the word 'jackal' for the general. Nowadays, people in Yecheng compare the general to Dong Zhuo, saying that the general is domineering and cruel, and will eventually...
"
"What will happen in the end?"
The old servant mustered up his courage and said, "I will eventually run away and die."
"If you die, your clan will be destroyed." Zhang Jack's expression changed drastically, "Haha, in these troubled times, it is enough to be famous for a while, why not leave a bad name for future generations."
Zhang Jack replied to the old servant: "I know, I'll come quickly."
The old servant said again: "The palace servants are at the door. I only ask the general to board the carriage."
Zhang Jack said impatiently: "I already know!"
If it were normal, the palace in Yecheng was strictly forbidden, and no one else was allowed to enter. At this time, everyone in Yecheng was uneasy, and they saw a carriage coming quickly and entering through the closed gate.
The soldier guarding the gate said: "It's already time. It's not too late to leave the city. I still want to enter the palace. Let's find a way out quickly."
Another soldier also said: "It's just for some grain and rice. Anyway, this Yecheng already belongs to King Pengcheng. When Shi Zun comes, he will surrender and serve as a soldier to eat grain. Who is he to eat under?"
While he was talking, a captain led a group of soldiers to patrol here, and one person shouted: "The captain is here, stand up quickly."
Empress Dowager Liu, Shi Shi, and Yang Huan were all waiting for Zhang Jacky in Kunhua Hall.
"General Zhang, you are here." Empress Dowager Liu saw that Zhang Jack had just arrived at the palace gate and went to greet him personally.
"An Ding, why are you doing this?" Zhang Jack glanced sideways at Empress Dowager Liu and said.
Empress Dowager Liu was startled, and then she said calmly, "It's been a long time since anyone called me my childhood title. Peace, peace, how can we settle the world's unrest?"
Empress Dowager Liu ignored Shi Shi's presence and immediately grabbed Zhang Jack and said, "Now Shi Zun has agreed to increase his position to protect the Zhao Kingdom. It is only necessary for General Zhang to gather at Anyang Pavilion. You have been entrusted by the late emperor with the important task of protecting Zhao."
I am at peace with the emperor."
Zhang Jack took advantage of the situation and held Empress Dowager Liu's hand, as if he had a huge force. Although Empress Dowager Liu wanted to hold back and remain reserved, in the end she couldn't help shouting: "General Zhang, you hurt me."
Seeing this, Shi Shi couldn't bear it and said: "Mother, since the Taibao is not willing. If I go in person, I will be able to convince Brother Zun that the child is willing to abdicate the throne and make way for the wise, so as not to hurt the mother."
Empress Dowager Liu was very annoyed: "Shi'er, please get out of here quickly."
Yang Huan took advantage of the situation and pulled Shi Shi aside.
Zhang Jack laughed and said: "Your Majesty's condescension to make way for the wise can avoid disaster? Now what Shi Zunwei is afraid of is that we want to be burned together with him. There are still thousands of people in the palace, and Shi Zun's mother is also in my hands.
Following His Majesty's orders, we fought to the death and headed north, leading the heavy troops in the border area. King Qin came to the rescue, which might give us a chance of survival. But as your wife said, we were captured without a fight."
"Tap tap tap." While they were talking, the palace guards had arrived on both sides of the hall. Seeing this, Yang Huan stepped forward and said to everyone: "The Empress Dowager Zheng has left the city, and King Pengcheng Dayue said: The army is marching into Yecheng only to protect the Qing emperor, and to intimidate the followers.
I won't hear anything about it. If anyone comes, please capture this rebellious official and traitor."
When the incident came to an end, Zhang Jack was extremely calm. He looked at everyone and looked deeply at Empress Dowager Liu. Empress Dowager Liu felt guilty and hurriedly avoided her eyes.
"Empress Dowager Liu, why do you have to come here? Now that the situation is over, how long can you survive when I leave? Haha, I will wait for you there then."
After hearing this, Empress Dowager Liu was so ashamed that she hurriedly covered her face and disappeared.
Yang Huan said angrily: "Pull this person out quickly."
Zhang Jack scolded the sergeant who came forward and said, "How can I bear the humiliation of such swords and soldiers? Get back! I will go to Anyang Pavilion."
The sergeant was always intimidated by Zhang Jack's power and did not dare to step forward. He only followed him out of the palace gate and went to Anyang Pavilion.
Yang Huan congratulated Empress Dowager Liu and Shi Shi and said, "Once this thief is eliminated, Your Majesty, the Empress Dowager will have nothing to worry about.
Empress Dowager Liu was still a little secretly sad and didn't say anything for a long time.
But Shi Shi was a smart young man, and said secretly: "I want to give up the throne to brother Zun, and I implore him to protect our Shi family and prevent outsiders from taking advantage of it to cause trouble. Otherwise, I am afraid that disaster will come."
Empress Dowager Liu was dissatisfied: "Your Majesty was appointed by the late emperor and should occupy the throne of the emperor. How can you lightly allow a divine weapon to others?"
Shi Shi was greatly annoyed: "Mother, why are you like this? I didn't have such thoughts, but I was forced by you. It's okay for me to be a peaceful prince."
Three days later, Leping City, Yecheng
Yecheng Neifang, city, and district are clearly defined. The city consists of Jiankang City and Leping City.
Pingle City is a trading market in Yecheng. Merchants from the south and north gather here to trade salt, iron, grain and other bulk goods as well as daily necessities for residents.
Nowadays, Yecheng is in war, and the merchants have already fled, leaving only the shops and the high platform in the middle of the market.
On this day, the market, which had been silent for a long time, was filled with onlookers. Dozens of people were strung together with ropes and escorted to the center of the venue. These were Zhang Jackal's entire family, old and young.
Earlier at Anyang Pavilion, Shi Zun wanted to pardon him, but his subordinates on both sides refused. His general Shi Min had returned from the front line and immediately said: "This is the culprit. If he is pardoned, I am afraid that all the soldiers will not accept it. If he is not killed,
This is to calm the public's anger and prevent the army's morale from wandering."
Meng Zhun also said: "King Pengcheng, this man has been harming the Zhao Kingdom for a long time. He killed the former prince and his heirs. If he doesn't kill him, the people may not be convinced."
Zhang Jack had no scruples at this time and said: "You can kill or behead as you wish. As soon as I surrender the general, Li Wangjun, throw stones, and encounter stone tigers again, I am tired of living in these troubled times, and my power will be overwhelming for a while.
This life in this world is not in vain."
Then he glanced at Shi Zun with resentment and said: "King Pengcheng, how long can you do this in the world of the Shi family? Look around you, there are all strong soldiers and generals, haha, how long can you sit in the world, how long?
?!"
Shi Min looked at Zhang Jack's roar, and the scene of holding Shi Yun hostage on the city wall that day was vivid in his mind. He only stepped forward and kicked him, and said angrily: "The thief is instigating the relationship between our generals, so as to stop the dying moans, for
To avoid future troubles, the general will beg to annihilate the three tribes."
Meng Zhun was shocked and admonished: "Is the general going too far? Zhang Jie is causing trouble for Seoul. What does it have to do with others? Moreover, King Pengcheng is seeking rebellion from heaven. Is the killing excessive and contrary to the destiny of heaven?"
There was blood at the corner of Zhang Jack's mouth. He stared at Shi Min and suddenly laughed loudly: "Those who disrupt the Zhao Kingdom are from me. Those who destroy the Zhao Kingdom are the envoys."
Shi Min's eyes narrowed, and the general beside him just dragged him down.
Shi Min turned around and said to Shi Zunjin: "After he dies, his children and grandchildren will remember how his ancestors died. Shao Fanghe country, Zhao family orphans, our Zhao country will never have peace."
Shi Zun still wanted to speak, but he saw that the generals on the left and right agreed with Shi Min's wishes. Knowing that it was inevitable, he followed his wishes and said: "This man is endangering the imperial court. He has no redemption for his body. He has ordered to kill my brother Shi Bin and ordered: Yi
"Destroy three tribes"
Zhang Jackal shouted while being dragged down: "You, the Shi clan, will not die a good death."
Outside the execution ground, a crowd of Chinese people from Ye City gathered. An elderly man said: "It has been decades, and after just a few days of peace, there is going to be chaos again."
Another person with sharp eyes saw a lively figure in the team and said hurriedly: "Look, that child is still so young."
Everyone was talking a lot: "With so many people, I'm afraid even the water from the Zhang River can't carry them away."
On the high platform, Yang Huan announced the decree: "According to the edict of the Queen Mother, the time has come, and the first jackal will be punished immediately."
Zhang Jackal still raised his head and shouted: "Eunuch, don't be so arrogant. I hate that I didn't get you."
Yang Huan was timid, "General Zhang, I have been under your care for a long time, and I will definitely let them give you a happy life."
"Haha, I will definitely wait for you on the road to hell."
Yang Huan hurriedly called to the people around him, "Hurry up, the execution will be carried out."
For a time, heads were rolling and blood was flying, covering the field.
