Chapter 93: The Shi clan in Yecheng is finally exterminated. A hundred officials persuade Ran Min to enter the throne.
After dealing with Li Jian, Ran Min only staggered, almost falling, and reluctantly sat on the imperial couch. That night, Shi Yun died. The former royal family of the Shi family had been exterminated by his order, and the former Zhao Kingdom was no longer
a trace
At this moment, Wang Tai was the first to kneel down and said: "We respectfully welcome King Wei to the throne as emperor."
Zhang Wen also led all the soldiers to kneel down and said: "General, I am a man of great prestige. Now that Jiehu has been appointed as the head, the country cannot be left without a master for a day. I would like to ask the general to ascend the throne and proclaim himself emperor."
All the sergeants knelt down and said in unison: "We sincerely request the general to ascend the throne and proclaim himself emperor."
After hearing this, Ran Min only stood up slowly. He was still wearing the wedding dress that day, but there were still stains of Shi Yun's blood on his clothes. Ran Min walked straight to the palace door, Zhang Wen wanted to go up to speak to Ran Min, but Wang
Tai stopped him with one hand, and all the soldiers watched Ran Min leave the palace.
Now in Ye City, all the Shi royal family have been killed. In Ye Palace, above the Taiwu Hall, the throne is vacant.
For several days, Ran Min had not left the house since he returned to the general's house. There was great chaos in Yecheng, thieves and bandits were everywhere, people in the city were panicked, and the government in Yecheng was paralyzed.
Nowadays, in front of the gate of the General's Mansion, there is an endless stream of courtiers coming to see him, and everything needs to be decided by the General.
The courtiers gathered in front of the general's palace and talked a lot, "The general's palace has been closed for three days. I won't be able to see you for a long time. Everything in the country is in ruins and is in danger."
Jiang Gan, the chief secretary of the mansion, went out and explained to everyone: "My lords, please come back. The general has been unwell since the incident. Please go back to the mansion. The general needs to rest."
One person said: "The general has always been physically strong, but now Shen Ke is plagued by strange things."
At this time, someone suddenly said quietly: "The so-called unjust name means unjust words. This city of Ye was originally ruled by the Shi family, and the general, a Han, has now gained great power. If we don't go further, I'm afraid..." The person who spoke was Situ Shenzhong.
The minister ordered Wang Mo to say: "No! Now that the Shi family has been destroyed, we Han ministers should return to the Jin Dynasty."
Shangshu Hu Mu retorted, saying: "Returning to the Jin Dynasty? The leader of the Jin Dynasty is a little boy with yellow hair. The general's army of beggars is so powerful that no one in the world can rival him."
One person panicked, "What should we do...our country is in danger."
Wei Huan suddenly said: "Is it dangerous? I think, my lord, you have been serving the Shi family for so long that you have forgotten your Chinese ancestors. The Jiehu Shi family has been occupying the Central Plains for a long time. It should be returned to the hands of the Han people. The general should take the throne."
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"Yes, I should be the emperor." I don't know who can take the lead, and the crowd outside the house is furious.
One person said: "The general swept away the riots and liberated the people. His achievements were so great that he is now the emperor."
At this time, only one person was seen shouting: "If the general does not obey the will of heaven and the will of the people, the mountains and rivers will be in trouble and the officials will be uneasy. I will remonstrate with death and implore the general to take the throne."
Even so, the ministers were not allowed to approach the general's palace. At this time, someone suddenly shouted: "Look for Li Sikong. Li Nong has a high position and has fought side by side with the general for many years. If he can persuade him to come in, this matter will be solved."
Fangcheng."
One person also echoed: "Yes, look for Li Sikong."
Suddenly someone asked: "Li Nong has experienced three dynasties and is only under the general. He has a high and powerful position. Who can be invited?"
The ministers could not find a suitable candidate amidst the commotion.
At this time, Wang Mo, who was hiding behind the ministers, slowly stood up and stepped forward and said: "Since Shi Le, the ancestor of the Shi family, I have been living among the common people. I have lived there for a long time and have done my duty."
Seeing Wang Mo taking the initiative to ask for the imperial examination, all the ministers just thanked him.
In another corner of Ye City, Li Nong's Sikong Mansion is now uncharacteristically quiet, as if the hustle and bustle of the past few days has nothing to do with him.
The eldest son quietly entered Li Nong's study and brought the evening meal to Li Nong. While carrying it, he said: "Father, all the barbarians in Ye City have been wiped out, and I, the Han people, are in full power. Father is now one person."
Why are you so gloomy when you are above ten thousand people?"
Li Nong looked at his eldest son and smiled bitterly and said: "Your father is always trembling with fear, as if walking on thin ice in an abyss. Wouldn't it make the master jealous if he is alone?"
"Father, I guess Ran Min won't do it. After hearing about him and Shi Yun, I guess he must be nostalgic. Father and Ran Min have fought side by side and weathered the wind and rain for many years. I don't think he would have done something like this.
It’s a dead dog’s business.”
Li Nong only let out a long sigh, "It is easy to share hardships, and it is difficult to share wealth and honor. If he was still a minister, of course I would not believe him. But now, he is a king and I am a minister."
"Father, my son still feels that Ran Min still..."
At this moment, the youngest son limped over and said to his father: "The minister ordered Wang Mo to see me."
Li Nong asked with concern: "You have an injury on your leg, so you'd better not move around much. Your two brothers will take care of it, so there won't be any problem."
The younger son smiled and said: "It has been more than half a year since the rebellion of Shi Zun. Now the situation in Yecheng has changed drastically. My son can no longer sit still. I hope my father can understand his son's heart in doing things."
"In that case, please summon Wang Mo to come in."
"yes"
Li Nong looked at his younger son's retreating back and said to his eldest son: "At that time, I surrendered my bail and went to Bai, and took troops to save myself, leaving you three brothers behind. You don't hold grudges against your father, do you?"
The eldest son hurriedly admonished: "How could it be? The situation was critical at that time. Who knows whether he will be able to see the sun tomorrow."
"I see that our boy's temperament has changed a bit since then. No wonder, he was a healthy man, but Zhang Jack was too cruel and tortured him so much that his leg almost became useless."
"Father, everything is over. I couldn't help myself back then..." While he was speaking, he saw his youngest son leading Wang Mo into the house for a visit.
I heard that Wang Mo just entered the palace and said: "Old minister, congratulations to Da Sikong, congratulations to Da Sikong?"
Li Nong just asked lightly: "Where does happiness come from?"
Wang Mo only looked at Li Nong's two young masters. The two young masters understood and hurriedly bowed back and closed the door.
Seeing no one around, Li Nong said secretly: "Wang Mo, you and I are both old people in the Taihe Dynasty (the year when Shi Le became emperor). Killings are not uncommon. Today, the Shi family in front of Yecheng
If all the clans are dying together, don’t you know that the next turn will be you and me?”
Wang Mo just smiled and said: "Li Sikong, you already know." Wang Mo paused and continued, "Sikong and Ran Min have known each other for many years and have fought side by side since they joined the Shi family. In terms of popularity in our country, they are only in the
Under Ran Min, now that Ran Min has inherited the throne, it is only a matter of time before he ascends the throne and proclaims himself emperor. Sikong Dang is under one person and above ten thousand people. Why are you worried?"
Li Nong lowered his head and sighed, "Power, position, and fame are like floating clouds to me. I have already talked about them. But in the Central Plains, you see, Hu and Han are killing people, and the disputes are endless. I don't know how long it will stop."
After hearing Li Nong's words, Wang Mo's heart suddenly palpitated, but he was still unsure, so he asked cautiously: "I don't know what Sikong's ambition is?"
Li Nong replied: "When the Hu and Han Dynasties each live in their own place and no longer fight over rivers and seas, there will be peace for all ages."
Wang Mo continued to test: "I admire Sikong's words, but now the Jin Dynasty is far away and lives in the south of the Yangtze River. The Central Plains has been reduced to the barbarians for a long time, and I have hardly heard the king's voice for a long time. I heard that the Jin Dynasty and the court were dim, so I just
Orphans and widowed mothers are in power, and they are all controlled by powerful ministers. I don’t know..."
I heard Li Nong hit the table hard and said, "We were originally Han people, but now that the Hu tribe has been destroyed, we should return to the Jin Dynasty."
"Okay!" Wang Mo suddenly said, "In that case, I am willing to follow Sikong to help the general achieve his wish."
Hearing this, Li Nong angrily rebuked: "Don't talk nonsense, Mr. Shi treats you well. If you are sent by the general, don't test me with such words. You can kill or chop me as you please."
Don’t waste your time here.”
At this time, Wang Mo knelt down with a bang and said: "Sikong, you have indeed misunderstood me. I came here myself."
Li Nong only looked at him suspiciously, and saw Wang Mo continue: "The Five Hus have been disrupting China for a long time. Now the Hu people have given their heads, and the Han people have risen up. They will seize this opportunity to join the Jin Dynasty in the south, and the Zhang family in the west, and restore our Han family Sheji."
This is the best policy." Wang Mo's words were indeed sincere.
Li Nong also felt that it was too much, so he just helped him up and said, "I was not paying attention just now. I hope Sixian (Wang Mo's nickname) will not take it to heart."
Wang Mo also held Li Nong's arms tightly and said, "Those who achieve great things do not stick to trivial matters. Master Sikong is humbled." He stood up.
Li Nong only changed his expression and said: "After hearing what Mr. Wang said, should we defect to the Jin Dynasty?"
Wang Mo's cloudy eyes suddenly brightened up, "Yes, our country's current situation is complicated, and the strengths of all parties are intertwined. In addition, Ran Min has no equal in the begging army. We must respect Ran Min as the emperor."
After hearing what he said, Li Nong pushed him away instantly and angrily said: "After all, you are still Ran Min's lobbyist. How can I, Li Nong, be such a villain who is greedy for life and afraid of death?"
Wang Mo didn't take it seriously and continued: "General, we are alone in Nantou. We just have two or three useless people. We should support the whole country."
"The whole country is united?" Li Nong thought.
"Yes, the whole country should be united."
Li Nong was confused, "You mean, you still respect Ran Min as the emperor, and then..."
"Yes, exactly."
Just hearing a "hiss" sound, a long sword was pulled out from the scabbard hanging on the wall, and it was slashed straight at Wang Mo. Wang Mo did not avoid it, just closed his eyes to welcome the arrival of the last moment.
Li Nong did not realize that Wang Mo was not a person who was greedy for life and afraid of death, so he did not avoid it. He was so anxious that he used his other arm to block it, and only blood dripped on Wang Mo's face.
"Sikong, Lord Sikong, why are you doing this? I am just thinking of a perfect strategy. Ran Min is a hero, and his popularity in the begging army is unparalleled at present. Taking it suddenly will cause instability in our country. I only wait for Ran Min to ascend to the throne, and then slowly
Picture it. Besides, the friendship between Ran Min and Sikong is better than brotherhood. If Master Sikong refuses, he will just be imprisoned."
Li Nong just looked him straight in the eyes and asked: "I don't know whether what you said is true or false, but why should I believe it? If the situation changes by then, who can believe it?"
But Wang Mo only grabbed the sword that Li Nong was about to take back. The blood in his palm slowly flowed along the blade and said, "If Li Sikong doesn't believe it, I will use this sharp blade to cut my heart."
"Sir Wang," Li Nong pulled out his words for a moment and said, "You are serious."
In the General's Mansion, Ran Min was sitting in the dark inner room. At this moment, with a "squeak" sound, the chief secretary of the mansion opened the door of the inner room, and a ray of sunlight only shone on the yellow paper on the table in front of Ran Min.
The handkerchief and the embroidered wintersweet are already bright.
Jiang Qian stepped forward and said, "Shen Zhong, please see Situ Shen."
Ran Min just collected his thoughts. Shen Zhong was also a veteran minister with a good reputation. He immediately said: "Please come quickly." Then he accepted the square handkerchief.
When Shen Zhong entered the mansion, he didn't have time to straighten up his appearance. He only said: "General, there is an endless stream of people outside the mansion to persuade people to come in. Now the remnants of the Shi family have gathered in Xiangguo. The country cannot be left without a master for a day. In order to save the country, the general will refuse.
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Ran Min just said lightly: "I know your intentions. I will go to court tomorrow to discuss matters with the ministers, but please don't mention the matter of the throne again."
Shen Zhong was very anxious when he heard this, "General, why are you here? Everyone knows that the Shi family insulted the general too much. The general endured it again and again, and then he decided to kill Shi Zun and Shi Jian. If there was no general, the Shi family would have been destroyed all over the world.
It fell apart, and now the Shi clan in Yecheng has been wiped out, and all the dragons are leaderless. Now in the Xiang Kingdom, the remnants of the Shi clan are gathering troops again, fearing that they will go south soon. It is urgent that the general regroup as soon as possible and ascend to the throne to calm the hearts of the ministers."
Ran Min only thought for a moment and said slowly: "We are originally from the Han people, and the Jin Dynasty still exists today. It is inevitable that some people in the court are thinking about the Jin Dynasty, and they rashly proclaimed themselves emperor at this time..."
Shen Zhong couldn't help but be overjoyed. The general had a problem with the Jin Dynasty. He advised: "The Jin Dynasty is weak and powerful officials are rampant. During the chaos in Yongjia, they abandoned the people of the Central Plains and ignored them. The people's lives were in ruins. Jiewu Fort was destroyed by itself.
Although he had his ancestors, Liu Kun rose up when he was in decline and resisted vigorously. However, the Jin Dynasty turned a blind eye and confirmed that these heroes perished in vain. Today's general has great merits and virtues. How can the Jin Dynasty compare with the general's prestige?
I also follow the general and rely on him to achieve success."
"The villain begs the general to ascend the throne and proclaim himself emperor." At this moment, Li Tekang broke in and said bluntly.
When Shi Yun died that day, he entrusted this barbarian boy to Ran Min. Ran Min saw that he was smart and had a youthful spirit, and he liked him very much. He only accepted him as a common son in the house and allowed him to walk freely in the house.
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"You little barbarian, how dare you speak nonsense here? Why don't you get out of here?" Shen Zhong said angrily.
At this time Ran Min said: "Why should Shen Situ be so knowledgeable as this kid?"
Shen Zhong only caught a glimpse of Ran Min's eyes full of love for the child, and he already knew in his heart that it was rumored in the capital that Hu'er, who was in the palace that day, was deeply loved by the general. So Shen Zhong just said goodbye and left the palace.
On the second day, the ministers went to court. Forty-eight ministers, including Situ Shenzhong and Sikong Langkai, jointly submitted a letter to Shi Min.
Wei Huan, the official of Guanglu, took over and said, "General, your loyalty can be judged by the sun and the moon. Although Yi Yin and Duke Zhou cannot match it. In the past, Shi Zun and Shi Jian were able to steal the throne because of the power of the general. Today, the Shi family
After all are wiped out, the general will act in accordance with the destiny of heaven, obey the people's wishes, and act in accordance with the wishes of the ministers, and he will ascend the throne and proclaim himself emperor."
At this time, Ran Min was already standing on the steps. He turned around and looked at the throne from a distance. He looked down at the ministers and said: "Min, I have little merit and little talent. If I were to be the emperor, I would be really scared. I might not be able to hold such a big responsibility."
At this time, Wei Huan, the official of Guanglu, continued to say: "The general eliminated the riots, revitalized the country, liberated the people from hanging upside down, and supported the building before it fell. It was almost the voice of ZTE. Although Shaokang cannot be on his right, and his glory and military power cannot cover up his achievements, I invite you.
The general ascended the throne quickly to reassure the ministers."
Lang Kai also said: "The Jie people have been living in Zhongzhou for a long time. Now the general has exterminated the barbarians and restored our Han family. His achievements are so outstanding that Qi Huan and the nine princes can not compare with him in the world. It is really steep."
Turn around and rebuild the mountains and rivers."
Shangshu Hu Mu also said: "Since the Yongjia Rebellion, the status of our Han people has declined, almost as if it were in the mortal world. The general's "Kill Hu Order" made the Hu people in the world fearful, and they will no longer use weapons recklessly against us Han people.
Promote the military power of our Han family, and the Han people's situation of being a dog-eat-dog will finally be resolved."
Ran Min's subordinates joined the army, and General Pi was also in the hall at this time. Hearing Hu Shangshu's words, their excitement was beyond words, and they all admonished Shi Min: "We all want to follow the orders of the general, and we will die."
Don’t say goodbye.”
Now that the Shi family has been wiped out, Ran Min knows that all the ministers and generals are leaderless. Due to the current situation, the country cannot be without a king for a day. Judging from the situation in the past few days, the throne will belong to Ran Min sooner or later. However, since ancient times, ministers have usurped the throne to show their humility.
, had no choice but to give in three times, showing that he was in compliance with the wishes of the ministers and reluctantly ascended the throne. Although the ministers have persuaded him to come forward, agreeing only once would seem to be too impatient.
At this time, the leader of the ministers in the palace was Li Nong. This man had been in the capital since Zhang Zhen's rebellion, and he was also an experienced minister who had experienced turmoil, so Ran Min made up his mind.
Ran Min was seen walking down the steps slowly and walked to Li Nong. Li Nong was lowering his head in deep thought and did not pay attention to the person coming.
Ran Min suddenly walked up to him, held Li Nong's hand tightly and said, "If we, the Han people, are more popular among the courtiers than Li Nong, I am willing to make Li Nong the leader of this Zhao country."
