Chapter 2684 The old man decided to start on the day of the enthronement ceremony
The grand meeting in Zhenguan Hall finally came to an end. Amid the calls of the civil and military officials, Li Zhi, the direct descendant of the Jin Dynasty, finally completed the first ritual.
Even if it has not been blessed by the enthronement ceremony, it has not gone through the series of procedures and procedures of announcing it to the world.
But now, he is qualified to live in Ziwei Palace because he is already the third emperor of the Tang Dynasty.
Zhang Liang and a group of ministers persuaded him to come in, worshiped together, and shouted congratulations together. He appeared to be like a group of ministers, as if he, a military minister who served the country, was not threatening at all.
That's right, based on the things that were used against him before, and his humble origins where he had to dig for food in the dirt for a living.
How could a wealthy family that had lived in luxury for more than ten or even dozens of generations take him seriously?
Moreover, in order to avoid suspicion, Zhang Liang even took the initiative to invite people from aristocratic families to be assigned to the Jinwu Guard in order to prove that he was truly obedient and obedient.
Such good behavior naturally made the heads of aristocratic families look down upon the cowardly and timid Duke of Yun, General Zuo Jinwuwei.
However, Zhang Liang was not ashamed, but proud, and even a little complacent.
After he followed the civil and military officials and left the Zhenguan Hall, he first came to Changsun Wuji, who was communicating in a low voice with Zheng Yuanshou, and saluted the two elders.
"Zheng Weng, Zhao Gong, I have received the news that Chai Shao has led the army and is heading towards Luoyang. I am afraid that it will take only six or seven days at most to reach Luoyang."
Hearing this, Changsun Wuji turned his head, nodded slightly towards Zhang Liang, and smiled confidently.
"Zhang Bingbu doesn't need to worry, I already know about this matter."
"Yes, Mr. Zhao and I have already sent envoys to Tongguan to tell the truth. Although Chai Shao did not give a clear answer, he decided to go to Luoyang in person."
"But you two, when Chai Shao comes this time, he has tens of thousands of elite troops under his command. Who knows whether he is coming to submit or..."
"Zhang Bingbu's concerns are quite reasonable, but Zhang Bingbu need not worry too much, Chai Shao only has tens of thousands of troops under his command.
Does he think that with just tens of thousands of soldiers and horses, he can capture Luoyang, the capital of the Tang Dynasty?"
"What's more, he is His Majesty's son-in-law and also His Majesty's uncle. He helped His Majesty ascend the throne. For him, the benefits outweigh the disadvantages..."
"That's right, now that the momentum of establishing the cauldron has been achieved, in three days' time, His Majesty's enthronement ceremony will be completed and announced to the world. At that time, what can he, Chai Shao, do even if he is dissatisfied?"
"Do the soldiers and horses under his command still dare to listen to him instead of listening to His Majesty's decree?"
Zhang Liang, who has a clumsy tongue, looks at these scholars who have extremely smooth lips and speak more rationally than the last.
Zhang Liang was really convinced, but he still couldn't help but remind him.
"You two, I think you should be more careful."
Zheng Yuanshou was an old and sophisticated man, so he could naturally tell that Zhang Liang had resentment in his heart, so he smiled generously and answered with an expression of humbly accepting advice.
"Okay, okay, the general is a veteran in the army. I will keep your good intentions in mind and make arrangements later, just in case."
Zhang Liang talked nonsense with these two people here again, and then left knowingly and left.
Xiao Hubu, who had been listening for a long time, stepped forward, looked at Zheng Yuanshou, and then his eyes fell on Changsun Wuji.
"Mr. Zhao, do we want to listen to General Zhang's suggestion?"
Hearing this, Changsun Wuji gave Xiao Hubu a meaningful look, and his eyes fell on Zheng Yuanshou.
"Haha... How is the military strategy of Duke Yun? Do you still need someone to explain it to Zheng Weng?"
"Mr. Zhao is joking. Yes, we recommended him to be the Minister of the Ministry of War and to be in charge of military affairs, but because he is the late emperor's confidant and the auxiliary minister in charge of Luoyang's military affairs."
"If he is really capable, how can I and Mr. Zhao rest assured that he will stay in this position?"
As soon as these words came out, all the ministers with noble backgrounds laughed out loud. After all, what kind of background was Zhang Liang and what kind of abilities he had.
How could they, these rebellious officials and traitors, not find out the details in advance?
This is a general who has made no achievements in the military, relying on other people's achievements, and relying on flattering the emperor to rise to power.
I'm afraid it would be more appropriate to let him serve as a local magistrate and a pastor.
After all, he is from a farming background, has rich experience in farming, and manages the local area, so he has not left his profession.
Although Zhang Liang had already moved some distance away, a few words from those giggling and sarcasm behind him still fell into his ears.
Zhang Liang's face became increasingly gloomy and dark, and he continued to move slowly, but the fists hidden in his sleeves were already clenched until the fingertips turned white.
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"Commander, these thieves are really bullying people too much."
At this moment, several generals gathered around him, and their vicious tone was very frightening.
At this moment, Zhang Liang, who had adjusted his mentality, smiled coldly and calmed the old brothers in a deep voice.
"Don't worry, the more arrogant they are, the more they wait for us to do something beneficial."
At this time, three generals who had recently been transferred to the Jinwu Guard and had backgrounds from aristocratic families walked quickly.
Zhang Liang and others stopped this topic with a tacit understanding and stepped forward to greet him with smiles.
The group of people talked and laughed, and were very cordial, as if they were really a group of good friends who were as close as brothers.
When they arrived at the Ministry of War official office, they all dispersed. Zhang Liang looked at the generals with aristocratic families and a meaningful smile on his lips.
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"Commander, what should we do next? In a few days, the King of Jin will be enthroned.
If he tells the world again, then he will be the emperor of the Tang Dynasty who speaks the truth..."
"Before that, if we don't take action, we will worry that we will soon have no chance."
"Yes, godfather, when is the best time to take action? You should at least let the child know the truth."
Several confidants and adopted sons gathered in front of Zhang Liang at this moment, looking at the Duke of Yun eagerly.
"Let me think about it some more..."
Zhang Liang wiped his face with an expression that looked forward and backward, fearing the wolf before and the tiger behind.
Seeing this, a group of people felt extremely pained in their balls and looked at each other in bewilderment.
Fortunately, at this time, Zhang Shenji, who became his godson by licking his godmother Li, came to Zhang Liang's ear and whispered advice.
"My godfather, my godmother asked me to give you a message. Things have come to an end. If we don't make a decision, what if someone covets the position of godfather..."
These words reached Zhang Liang's ears, like a thunder, which made his heart tremble. He glanced at the godson with a sinister look, and then looked at the confidants in front of him.
"I have decided to start on the day of the enthronement ceremony."