Chapter 611: Zhu Zhuo's plan to cut off the root cause
Chapter 611: Zhu Zhuo’s plan to cut off the root cause
Zhu Zhuo's words changed the expressions of everyone present. Speaking of Zhao Shen's identity, it can be said that it is a taboo that is not a secret.
After Gaozong Zhaogou escaped from the Jin Kingdom, he lost the ability to have children and had no heirs.
As for the descendants and bloodlines of the previous two emperors Huiqin, they were also wiped out in the Jingkang Incident.
In other words, the lineage inherited from Emperor Taizong of the Second Zhao Dynasty and Song Dynasty has no successors.
This is why Emperor Gaozong selected two descendants to be raised in the palace as his successors very early on.
However, although these two successors are also from the royal family, they are from the Taizu lineage!
I have to say that history has really made a big joke here!
I think back then, after Taizu died, his brothers succeeded him, and Taizong succeeded to the throne.
However, Taizong passed it on to his descendants.
The descendants of the Taizu lineage were naturally suppressed.
But by this time in the Southern Song Dynasty, the Taizong line had been severed, and the throne could only return to the hands of the Taizu line.
I don’t know if this is the reincarnation of heaven...
Almost everyone knows about this, but no one dares to mention it easily around Zhao Gou or Zhao Shen!
But I have to admit that this is definitely a sharp weapon! It can hurt others as well as yourself! First of all, because of this, Zhao Shen will definitely take it seriously when mentioning Taizu's legacy. After all, disrespecting the ancestors Legacy is not a good thing to say.
Moreover, going a little deeper, it involves the ownership of the throne and the legitimacy of the succession. However, unless it is absolutely necessary, no one will use this thing to challenge the bottom line of Zhao Shen and Zhao Gou.
"First of all, the greatest power that our civil servants have is words and public opinion!"
Zhu Zhuo ignored what everyone was thinking and continued.
"Let the disciples of your clan stir up public opinion first, and then let the Yushi Yanguan coordinate it in the court! Even His Majesty has some concerns. Is it possible that His Majesty can betray the world and insist on his own way?"
Zhu Zhuo said slowly.
"Besides, Geng Wang will be brought back to Lin'an soon! Go and agree with him. Others can prove that he is colluding with the horse bandits. Naturally, someone can also prove that he is innocent.
Even if we cannot completely exonerate him, we must at least muddy the water as much as possible! In this way, we can at least buy some time."
"Sir, this matter has proved a lot, and even Geng Wang's servant was involved in it.
What if by then, it’s really impossible to refute Geng Wang’s innocence?”
Someone asked.
Zhu Zhuo smiled softly, "Wu Wu has to fight to the death, and Wen has to give remonstrance to the death! If Geng Wang is destined to die, then he cannot die in the hands of His Majesty.
But what if he died to prove his innocence?"
When everyone heard this, they looked shocked!
It must be said that this move was cruel and deadly.
Even if Geng Wang is really found guilty, all he needs to do is to let him shout a slogan of loyalty to the emperor and then die to prove his innocence. Even if he still cannot escape guilt, at least he can change the direction of things.
China has been a great nation since ancient times, and it has been proved by death. Isn’t that enough?
In this way, Geng Wang's death can be regarded as worthy of his death.
"The boss is wise!"
Everyone said in admiration.
"This matter is just an introduction!"
Zhu Zhuo waved his hand and stopped everyone from talking, "Actually, the root cause still lies in the chaos in Chengdu Fulu!"
"Now, in fact, the root of the problem is that His Majesty began to rely more and more on those generals, and then he had the idea of abandoning us.
However, what if we can play a role that exceeds that of those generals?
So, will His Majesty be able to truly change his mind?"
"Please give me some advice, sir!"
Everyone woke up in horror.
"In the Chengdu Rebellion, a large army must go to quell the rebellion. However, for us, defeat is better than victory."
Zhu Zhuo said quietly, "If we win, then naturally many generals will be rewarded, and they will also gain more favor from His Majesty.
Your Majesty will naturally rely more and more on them.
But what if the battle is defeated?
When the time comes and I take action to calm this turmoil, which side will Your Majesty prefer?"
"Among the generals, Zhang Jun is the leader, with Li Xianzhong, Bian Xi and others as the backbone, and Shen Tang is the successor of the generals and can be regarded as a rising star! Shen Tang has only been in the court for more than a year, but , why was he able to achieve great success?
In addition to his outstanding talent, Zhang Jun and others also had a lot of help secretly.
Shen Tang is the leader of their next generation and their core person.
Therefore, they need to create the next Zhang Jun to take over Zhang Jun’s position in the court and in His Majesty’s heart.”
"Although Zhang Jun is a fierce tiger, he is also old! Therefore, there is nothing to fear.
However, if Shen Tang grows up, then this tiger can bite people!"
"In the battle against Chengdu, we need a defeat.
Moreover, in order for us to be able to stabilize the court, Shen Tang must not allow him to grow up.
But now, it is most appropriate to cut off his future while he is still young."
"So, the head coach of this Chengdu Fulu battle will eventually fall to Shen Tang.
Once this battle is defeated, Shen Tang's aura will naturally be weakened, and if you take action secretly, it won't be difficult to knock him into the dust."
"As for how to make Shen Tang become the coach of Chengdu Fulu again, it depends on you."
After listening to Zhu Zhuo's words, everyone lowered their heads and pondered! Although it was only a few words, it made them suddenly enlightened. They directly found the root of the matter without saying anything. Moreover, before taking action, they followed each other, seemingly simple but extremely thorough. .
"Sir, this junior still has two questions, please give me your advice."
Someone spoke respectfully.
"First, how can we control the outcome of the Chengdu battle?
As far as the younger generation knows, Shen Tang’s methods are extraordinary, and he even has the help of a golden man. If he is allowed to go to Chengdu Fulu again, I’m afraid he can really fight against the Tubo clan.
When the time comes, he returns with great victory, and all our plans will be meaningless."
"Secondly, once we lose the battle of Chengdu, how can we contain the Tibetans?
Even if we wait to take action, won't we still have to rely on these soldiers to fight in the end?
Moreover, maybe these Tubo people will use Chengdu Fuxing Road as a springboard to continue eastward..."
After hearing this person's question, Zhu Zhuo was silent for a moment and said, "As for the first point, we must first avoid letting the Jin people interfere.
The Song and Jin Dynasties have been enemies for a long time, can it be changed just because of Shen Tang?
Don’t you have any worries in your Majesty’s heart?
As long as His Majesty has some speculation in his mind, the Jin people will be helpless if they want to help Shen Tang."