The reason why Wu Gongshan was scolded by Shang Jianxiong as a rebellious official and traitor was because Wu Gongshan was also an old subordinate of King Ning. He had the same meaning as Shao Dengyun. Facing the purge of the imperial court, he had to stand on his own to protect himself. However, Shao Dengyun did not find such a strong backer at the beginning and needed to rely on external forces.
Just treason.
However, Wu Gongshan fell in love with Tongxian Pavilion, and they hit it off immediately. They had a background relationship with Tongxian Pavilion, and with Zijindong's tacit approval, he took over Cangzhou's own army.
The original Tongxian Pavilion had the same meaning as the earlier Tianyumen. It opened up the relationship between the three major sects and occupied a small area in the east and a small area in the west of Yan State. The sphere of influence was fragmented.
What is stronger than Tianyumen is that Tongxian Pavilion occupies more fragmented territory, and its strength is far stronger than Tianyumen. The fragmented territory has long been unable to satisfy Tongxian Pavilion's appetite, but there is Zijin Cave pressing down, and Tongxian Pavilion is not allowed to
There is chaos in the pavilion.
Wu Gongshan was recruited, and his men were all the original troops of King Ning. The soldiers and horses were strong enough to cover an entire army, giving Tongxian Pavilion the capital to stand on its own.
Tongxian Pavilion quickly cleared up the relationship with Zijin Cave, and then broke the territory into pieces, in exchange for a whole piece of territory in Cangzhou to be independent.
To make Tongxian Pavilion gain power, it is true that the influence of Zijindong's appointment as the head of the group is to some extent. To some extent, the three major sects also need secular power to check and balance the secular imperial power. Therefore, in some places in Yan State that are similar to Tongxian Pavilion, they are all
Because there are three major factions in the background.
Without the acquiescence of the three major sects, it would be difficult to gain a foothold. Just like Tianyu Sect wants to take over Nanzhou, it must obtain the approval of the three major sects in advance.
As for Wu Gongshan, who supports his troops and respects himself, those in the Yan Kingdom are basically the old troops of King Ning.
When King Ning was still alive, he ruled that all parties in the Yan Kingdom were dissatisfied, and all kinds of self-respect for supporting the army had long been defeated by King Ning's southern and northern campaigns. The spiritual sects in various places also obeyed the rules obediently, and in exchange for the Yan Kingdom's temporary
Its strong momentum has frightened neighboring countries.
Just because they saw that the country was unified, they felt free from worries, and some people in the court were unwilling to be suppressed by King Ning, so they tried their best to instigate Shang Jianxiong, such as Tong Mo and others, so that Shang Jianxiong was ready to attack King Ning. As a result, King Ning died.
The old tribes of King Ning who were unwilling to be executed began to stand on their own in one place or another, so that the current state of Yan became like this.
The three major factions secretly blame Shang Jianxiong for being incompetent, and Shang Jianxiong secretly blames the three major factions for being the source of the trouble.
People and interests are intertwined with each other and are extremely complicated, and the things involved cannot be explained clearly in a few words.
No matter how humiliated he was when he was forced by the three major factions just now, when he heard about Qu Yunkong's assassination, Shang Jianxiong became highly vigilant and realized that the problem was not simple.
After all, he is the emperor of the Yan Kingdom. No matter how bad he is, he is still the one who upholds the inheritance of his ancestors. He is also the person who least wants to see the Yan Kingdom fall apart.
It would definitely not be a good thing if something happens to Cangzhou when foreign enemies are watching!
The atmosphere in the hall changed instantly. The three major factions took action. Shang Jianxiong also ordered the Intelligence Department to take action to quickly investigate the situation in Cangzhou.
The three heads temporarily settled in the palace and did not go back, in order to exchange information with Shang Jianxiong and facilitate a timely and comprehensive analysis of the situation.
As a result, the situation came out in just two days without any analysis.
Cangzhou rebelled!
Not to mention the strange reason why Wu Gongshan died, Wu Gongshan's younger brother Wu Gongling was originally Wu Gongshan's deputy general. He also had considerable military power in Cangzhou and was also a general of King Ning. At this time, he took over the military power of Cangzhou and killed him.
Some of Wu Gongshan's cronies sent troops to attack Yuanzhou of Yan State.
Shan Dongxing, an elder of Tongxian Pavilion, temporarily took over the position of head of Tongxian Pavilion and killed the wife, sons and daughters of the previous head Qu Yunshan as well as a group of Qu Yunshan's close disciples.
The reason for the execution was to avenge the leader. It was said that Qu Yunshan's wife intended to seize the position of the leader and collaborated with a group of people to murder Qu Yunshan.
Regardless of whether outsiders believed this reason or not, the people inside Tongxian Pavilion seemed to believe it. After avenging the leader, they immediately cooperated with Wu Gongling's army to attack Yuanzhou.
Behind this, people from the three major factions of Korea and Song Dynasty also appeared to cooperate.
It seems to have something to do with Niu Youdao. It was Niu Youdao's sworn brother Quan Taifeng and sworn sister Hui Qingping who intervened in the matter.
The two men failed to succeed in Nanzhou, but succeeded after moving to Cangzhou, and successfully set off a turmoil within the Yan Kingdom.
Faced with the attack, Yuanzhou resisted immediately.
However, Yuanzhou, like Dingzhou, mobilized a large number of people to the border to participate in the defense of the military deployments of South Korea and Song Dynasty. In this situation, faced with King Ning's old troops who had experienced many battles, how could Yuanzhou be an opponent? How could they be beaten?
If they are defeated and retreat, they can only use harassment tactics to delay the attack, waiting for reinforcements from the court.
Nanzhou's attack on Dingzhou had just caused an uproar in the capital. One wave after another broke out, and Cangzhou began to rebel again, causing commotion in the capital.
Before convening the ministers to discuss the matter, Shang Jianxiong first summoned Tong Mo to the imperial study.
Since Tong Mo was able to occupy the position of Prime Minister of the Yan Kingdom, he was naturally highly trusted by Shang Jianxiong. In all major matters, Shang Jianxiong would summon him to discuss and make a rough idea first.
The king and his ministers were talking secretly, and Tong Mo was worried that there were wolves in front of him and tigers in the back. The matter in Dingzhou was not yet decided, and the chaos in Cangzhou broke out. He couldn't help but ask how to decide the matter in Dingzhou?
Shang Jianxiong did not hide it from him, and told him about the three major factions forcing him to cede three counties. Shang Jianxiong felt deeply resentful about this!
After hearing this, Tong Mo thought for a while and said slowly: "The gathering of border troops to defend Korea and Song Dynasty is the foundation of the country. No matter what happens, it must not be shaken. Once loosened, the Yan Dynasty will definitely turn into a pot of porridge!
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Shang Jianxiong: "King Ning's old army is an army of tigers and wolves. The troops in Yuanzhou are hard to stop, and the people in the surrounding areas are also hard to stop. If we just sit back and watch, drastic changes may occur."
Tong Mo: "It's time for the three major factions to send their forces."
Shang Jianxiong was puzzled and asked: "How to explain?"
Tong Mo: "They blame Your Majesty for causing the Nanzhou military rebellion, can't Your Majesty blame them? Cangzhou is the trouble created by Zijindong, Your Majesty can blame Zijindong for this reason. Cangzhou is a blatant rebellion, it is
When His Majesty is reasoning, they can hardly shirk their responsibilities. At this time, it is time for the princes from all sides who support their troops and respect themselves to do something." Speaking of this, his eyes narrowed slightly and he said in a low voice: "The heavy troops gathered by the border troops must be overwhelming.
Don't move, you can take the opportunity to weaken the secular forces of the three major sects."
Shang Jianxiong thought thoughtfully and understood what he meant. He nodded slightly and said: "The border troops are not moving, and the people around Yuanzhou are doing their best to delay the Cangzhou rebels, forcing the three major factions to force the princes who support their own troops to send troops to quell the rebellion."
, let them fight with the rebels and both sides will lose!"
Tong Mo nodded, "Can't the Shang Chaozong fight? This is the best reason. If the war situation is not right, and the three major factions are forced to force Nanzhou troops to suppress the rebellion, we can take this opportunity to severely consume the remnants of Prince Ning.
Ichiban!”
"Very good, let's do it like this!" Shang Jianxiong nodded, and said worriedly: "No matter how forced, people are willing to send troops, but they may not be willing to provide money and food. I'm afraid the court will still have to provide food and grass. The national situation is difficult, and the important task of raising food and grass is still up to Da Sikong.
Think of something else."
Tong Mo bowed and said, "Old minister, I am bound to do my best and will try my best to do it, but it will only make my people in Dayan suffer again!"
After a confidential conversation, Tong Mo left first, and Shang Jianxiong also wanted to attend the temporary court meeting.
When he was getting dressed, Tian Yu said: "Last time, heavy troops from all over the country were gathered to rush to the border between Korea and Song Dynasty. The large amount of grain and grass raised had overwhelmed the people. The battle of Dingzhou was carried out again. This time, the people were already squeezed.
If nothing comes out, Da Sikong will probably attack the wealthy households in the capital and various states this time!"
Shang Jianxiong: "Others can't make those rich and powerful people spit out their things, but he is a clean man, and he has many ways to do whatever it takes. If he wants to keep his position, he must do it! There are some things that loyal ministers can't do. Loyal ministers can do it.
It will cause a violent backlash, but if he leaves, he can still suppress those people and there will be no chaos!"
Tian Yu nodded, "That's true."
…
In the quiet room, cigarette smoke was lingering, and the gray-haired Shao Dengyun stood quietly in front of the case, looking at the portrait of Prince Ning hanging on the wall.
There was a knock on the door, and the voice of the butler Yang Shuang came from outside, "Master."
Shao Dengyun said: "Come in."
When the door opened, Yang Shuang stretched his head and came in to take a look. He was a little surprised. Normally, the master would not let people talk in here. What happened today?
After entering and closing the door, he walked behind Shao Dengyun and saluted before replying: "Master, according to reliable information, the war in Dingzhou should not have any more twists and turns. The three major factions have forced Shang Jianxiong to cede the land of the three counties to Nanzhou.
, but the purpose was not made public.”
Shao Dengyun: "The young prince's wings have become hard."
He had been worried before that the Shang Dynasty clan would order a response if something went wrong in the war. Once it got to that point, he would be in a dilemma.
The key is that it is difficult to respond. First of all, he is responsible for the confrontation with South Korea. Once his army goes south, there will be a big hole in Yan's defense line against South Korea, which will endanger the entire Yan country. Secondly, Tianyumen will not let it go!
Fortunately, Shang Chaozong had no intention of touching him from the beginning to the end. Now that the situation has settled, he has finally let go of both worries.
As for the other person who is worried, it is not his son Shao Pingbo. As for that son, he is exhausted and has let it go.
He couldn't be the master of that son. The son was more capable than he was, so he believed he didn't need to worry about it. He didn't want to worry about whether he was doing well or badly in Jin.
He was worried about Cangzhou. After hearing the news of Wu Gongshan's death, he was very moved. After all, they were both under King Ning's command and fought side by side on the battlefield. How could they not have friendship?
"What's going on over there in Cangzhou?" Shao Dengyun asked.
Yang Shuang: "It's still the same. After attacking Yuanzhou, the Yuanzhou troops retreated steadily. The Yuanzhou troops had to avoid the battle and resorted to harassment to delay. It should be that they wanted to delay the arrival of reinforcements from the imperial court. The current situation is not
What a big change.”
Looking at the portrait of King Ning, Shao Dengyun couldn't help but sigh, "What's going on? Back then, everyone shed their blood for Dayan. How many people died in battles and were wrapped in horse leather. They were all the heroes who made great contributions to pacify Dayan.
, how come in a blink of an eye...why are all the rebellious officials and traitors of Dayan alive now? Are we wrong? Your lord, why can't Dayan tolerate us?" After saying that, he looked up to the sky and closed his eyes, crying silently.