"What a thief! How dare you assassinate an important minister!!"
Suddenly, there was a roar from behind. Li Xian was startled and turned around quickly. The sharp sword sliced across the back of his neck, but failed to cut it off. His head drooped forward, and blood spurted from the back of his neck.
When he came out, he never saw the person who killed him, so he fell into a pool of blood in resentment. Many of the soldiers turned pale in shock and looked around quickly.
But it was an old man, holding a long sword in one hand and wiping the blood on his face with the other hand.
When the watchman saw that it was an old man, the fear in his heart dissipated, and he started to kill him. The old man did not retreat but advanced. He lowered his body suddenly and avoided the spear that was stabbing him. The sharp sword in his hand was fierce.
He handed the ground out and stabbed the man's abdomen fiercely. He pulled out the long sword. The man wailed in pain, covered his abdomen and fell to the ground. Several soldiers gathered together slowly, looking at each other in confusion.
Looking at the old man in front of him.
Who is this old thief? How come he strikes so swiftly and cruelly?
Suddenly, one of the guards screamed, his eyes widened, and he fell down. When everyone looked, it was Liu Ju who, at some point, pulled out the sword from his waist and killed them directly from behind.
One of them, two old men, were menacing, with ferocious faces, holding long swords, and surrounded seven or eight well-armed strong men.
"Kill!!" The old man shouted and rushed towards the soldiers, Liu Ju did the same!
Gengzu actually felt fear in his heart!!
Although the old man was not physically strong, he was more experienced, seasoned in fighting skills, and fierce in his attacks. He turned sideways to avoid the opponent's chop, and directly cut off the man's arm with a sword. These pawns were not Northern soldiers.
Jun, the broken arm did not arouse his ferocity. Instead, he lay on the ground and howled. The old man slashed his forehead with a sword, causing him to fall to the ground!
After the two old men killed several people in a row, the guards couldn't wait any longer. They dropped their weapons one after another, held their heads and fled out the door. The two old men didn't seem to want to give up and chased after them.
Now, when Sun Jian, Dian Wei and others from the Confederate army arrived, they saw this scene. Five or six strong men were chased by two panting old men, crying for their father and mother.
When they saw the Confederate army, they were so excited that they almost cried. They quickly knelt down in front of them, surrendered, and prayed for protection.
Sun Jian's face turned black. After the Southern Army was established, all the enemies he encountered surrendered.
It's been almost a year, and I haven't fought a single battle...
The two old men were panting, but they did not drop the swords in their hands. Liu Ju turned his head, looked at the old man, and said: "Old man, even if you help me, I will not be grateful to you!", the old man.
Of course it was He Xiu. He Xiu smiled coldly and said, "Old thief, don't think too much about it. I just can't stand what these evil thieves are doing."
"You came to power without virtue. There were snow disasters, droughts, and rebellions. Even a few of your closest servants died. How can you have the face to continue to stay in the position of the Third Duke?" He Xiu said sarcastically. The old Taiwei didn't.
He retorted, raising his head and looking at the sky, but his eyes filled with tears.
The Northern and Southern armies quickly controlled the unrest in Luoyang City.
As for Zhang Huan and Duan Juan's mansion, the guards sent by Xing Zi'ang broke in forcefully. When the two learned of the major events in the city, they were furious. Zhang Huan drew his sword and killed Yuan Kang in front of him!
Yuan Kang never thought that after Zhang Huan learned the news, he did not arrest him, but directly killed him. He would not rest in peace. You old thief, kill me, are you not afraid of death without any evidence? Will the emperor punish you? !!
Duan Juan tied up the famous man and walked out angrily. When the two went out and controlled the inside and outside, they immediately sent soldiers to raid Zhijinwu's mansion. It was already empty, except for Dong Chong's people. Except for the servants and the youngest son Dong Cheng, the rest had already fled.
In the Weiyang Palace, the little fat man ordered people to collect Dong Chong's body, and also ordered Song Dian to send people to guard the Yongle Palace, not allowing anyone else to enter, and not allowing anyone to go out.
Song Dian took the order and left. The little fat man walked into the Houde Hall in a daze. He lay on the bed, closed his eyes, and waited for the meeting tomorrow.
The next day, a violent storm broke out across Luoyang again. Imperial students went around reporting that they were assassinated by Geng soldiers yesterday and asked to rule over Jinwu Dong Chong. Then they learned that Dong Chong was plotting to rebel and assassinate the emperor, and then they learned that Li Xian, Tang Zhen, Yuan Kang, Bian Shao, Gui Hao, Dai Hui, Bian Shao and other ministers were all involved in the matter, and Shangshu Ling Liu Chong, Guang Luxun, Guo Xi and others died at home.
These imperial students who had a fanatical respect for the emperor were so angry that they almost went crazy. They directly blocked Yang Ci, Zhou Jing, and even Yuan Ping, Yuan Wei, and Xun Jian.
and then attacked their residence with swords and weapons. Fortunately, the Northern Army maintained security in Luoyang and arrested these people, but had no choice but to release them. After they were released, their anger did not diminish and began to spread in the city.
Dong Chong contacted Yang Ci, Zhou Jing and others in an attempt to assassinate the emperor and use the Empress Dowager Dong to control the government. Later, Dong Chong wanted to establish himself as emperor, using the pseudonym Zhao, Yang Ci became the king of Chen, and Zhou Jing became the king of Wu. , Xun Jian wanted to be the king of Yingchuan, and Yuan Ping wanted to be the king of Runan. These rumors suddenly spread throughout Luoyang, and even the reign name and even the list of officials were listed one by one.
This also means that there are noses and eyes, which is beyond doubt.
When Yang Ci heard the news, he almost vomited blood. He hurried to Weiyang Palace and asked the emperor to make the decision!
When Zhou Jing, who was already seriously ill, learned that he fainted immediately, the Zhou family was in a state of panic.
As for Yuan Ping, Xun Jian and others also sent all their children back and secluded themselves at home, waiting for the emperor's edict.
They seemed to have experienced what it felt like in the past when Emperor Xiaoheng was criticized by the imperial students.
These students are talking nonsense! They are talking nonsense!!
Another day passed before the little fat man held a court meeting in a leisurely manner.
The little fat man sat on the upper seat with a solemn expression and frowned, looking at the many courtiers below. The courtiers lowered their heads and said nothing. No one dared to play. Zhang Huan stood at the front, stood up suddenly, and took a few steps forward. With a dull face, he said: "I have something to say!" The little fat man glanced at him, nodded, Zhang Huan leaned down and bowed, and said: "I am incompetent and was deceived by thieves, causing such a heinous crime. I am guilty of this." It cannot be pardoned, I hope your Majesty will punish you!"
Duan Jiong also came out from the side and said: "I also have something to say!"
"speak."
"I, like Mr. Zhang, were deceived by those cunning thieves and did not know their evil! I am ignorant and neglected my duty! The thief has been captured by me, and your Majesty can interrogate him personally!" Duan Jue said.
The little fat man nodded, looked at Zhang Huan, and asked: "Zhang Jun, where is the person who deceived you?"
"Has been killed by me!"
"Oh, that means no one can clear your name?"
"I don't need others to clear my name. I am guilty and I am willing to be punished!"
"Hahaha~~" The little fat man laughed angrily, pointed at Zhang Huan, and shouted: "Do you really think that I don't dare to kill you? Last time, you were tricked out of Luoyang by someone else. This time, you You were deceived and couldn’t leave the mansion! Tell me, what’s the use of having a minister like you?!”
"I am guilty!" Zhang Huan was neither humble nor arrogant.
"Come here, take it down for me!" the little fat man shouted angrily. Immediately, some guards came and escorted Zhang Huan. Many courtiers stood up and hurriedly said: "Your Majesty, you can't do it. Zhang Jun has made great achievements in battle. He is an important minister of the court! I hope your majesty will forgive me!!"
"Haha, forgive him? Last time, I forgave him once. Do you want me to forgive him this time? How many times will I have to forgive him in the future?"
"He has great military exploits... How does it compare to the Marquis of Huaiyin?" The little fat man stared at the party members who defended him, Liu Tao, Wang Yun, and Cai Yong. When the little fat man asked, everyone was a little embarrassed, but they couldn't say anything. When he spoke, he lowered his head and remained silent, just lamenting.
The little fat man stared fiercely at Zhang Huan in front of him, remained silent, and walked slowly in front of him. After another half moment, he pushed away the guards who were holding him on both sides, helped Zhang Huan up, and said helplessly : "Only for his talent!"
The courtiers were shocked, but Liu Tao stared at the little fat man motionlessly with fiery eyes.
Seeing that he was so rude, Cai Yong, who was friends with him at the side, pulled him and whispered: "Ziqi, what are you looking at?!"