It can be seen that this gold medal was made in a hurry. There are only two words "Fengzhao" on the front and "Lintao Haotong" engraved on the back.
There was also a letter written by Zhu Si to Hao Tong. Guo Song read it quickly. The content of the letter was not long. It ordered Hao Tong to lead his troops to Beijing immediately. There was also a sentence at the end.
The gold medal passed the big earthquake pass.
Guo Song said with a smile: "It's really an unexpected gain. Without this gold medal, we wouldn't be able to enter Guanzhong."
"It seems that Zhu Si has thought carefully. Only those who support him can enter Guanzhong."
Guo Song nodded, "Pack up the trophies. From now on, we will be the Longyou Army!"
The Hexi Army cavalry quickly organized their troops, put on the armor of the Longyou Army soldiers, and used the opponent's flag. The 4,500 cavalrymen transformed into the Longyou Army forwards and galloped towards Fengxiang Prefecture's Dazhenguan Pass.
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The Chang'an Rebellion entered the sixth day. Although Zhu Si blocked the news, the news could not cover up the fire. News that the emperor fled to Hanzhong quickly spread among officials. Civil and military officials tried every means to escape from Chang'an and went to Hanzhong to join the emperor.
Zhu Si became anxious, what should he do next?
He summoned several close aides to discuss countermeasures. Zhu Si said to everyone: "I originally wanted to use Li Shi's death to inform the world and establish a new king. However, the news that Li Shi fled to Hanzhong has spread, and many die-hards have gone there."
Take refuge, everyone, I am considering whether it is necessary to establish a new king, and whether it is possible to directly turn the Li family's world into the Zhu family's world?"
Yuan Xiu shook his head, "Taiwei, this issue is related to our longevity. I think we should establish the royal family as the new emperor, so that it can be recognized by some local officials and nobles. Just like what Taiwei said before, being Cao Cao,
Although the emperor is holding the emperor to command the princes, the real power is still in the hands of the Taiwei. I hope this will not change."
Yao Lingyan also advised: "The Zhu family can be placed in Youzhou, but Chang'an must be under Li Tang. It is indeed not yet ripe for the Taiwei to proclaim himself emperor. If he rashly proclaims himself emperor, he will lose a lot of valuable support."
"What does the general mean?" Zhu Si turned to Zhang Guangsheng.
Zhang Guangsheng has always been relatively silent. Although Zhu Si valued him very much and promised to make him a general, the shame of surrender has been accumulating in his heart. If Zhu Si becomes emperor again, he will really be shameless in the world.
Zhang Guangsheng said slowly: "If the clan is established as the emperor, many officials who were not reused in the past will pledge allegiance to the new emperor in order to seek high positions. I estimate that the governors around Guanzhong will also follow suit and pledge allegiance to the new emperor. As long as the Taiwei firmly controls the new emperor,
Emperor, loyalty to the new emperor means loyalty to the Taiwei."
The three people's persuasion finally made Zhu Si wake up. He nodded, "Thanks to your persuasion, I almost made a wrong decision."
Zhang Guangsheng said again: "There is one more thing to say about humble duty!"
"General, please speak!"
"The Taiwei not only needs to win over the hearts of the nobles, but also the people. I suggest that the two tax laws implemented by Yang Yan should be abolished. Although it can increase the court's taxes, it has aroused public dissatisfaction. The tax system should be restored and taxes should be reduced.
, In addition, the Taiwei might as well be more generous and let the officials and wealthy nobles choose for themselves. After those wealthy and powerful people defect to Li Shi, the Taiwei will confiscate their manor land and houses, and distribute them to the soldiers together with the imperial estate.
and landless farmers, so as to gain the support of the people and the army in Guanlong..."
"Wonderful! What a brilliant idea!"
Yuan Xiu and Yao Lingyan praised in unison: "Allocating land to landless farmers and soldiers' families is the founding move of the country! General Zhang's plan is brilliant and a long-term one!"
Although Zhu Si was a treasonous warlord, he had led troops for a long time, understood the thoughts of soldiers, and was relatively pragmatic. He might not have felt it when giving land to the people, but he knew very well what it meant to give land to soldiers.
In order to protect your wealth, you must work hard for yourself.
He laughed loudly and said: "The general does have a far-sighted vision. He can see much further than a rough guy like me. So we decided like this. Who among the royal families do you think is better to be the emperor?"
Yuan Xiu had the right to speak on this point. He smiled and said: "I have already thought about my humble position. I want to make Peng Wang Li Wei the emperor. He is Li Shi's uncle. He has always been ambitious and dreams of becoming the emperor. It's better to fulfill his wish."
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Zhu Si hesitated and said: "I'm afraid it would be detrimental to me if I am too ambitious!"
Yuan Xiu waved his hand, "His ambition is to sit on the throne, which is not the same as the Taiwei's ambition. This person is more greedy and lustful, and will definitely indulge in the harem. Moreover, he also has a relatively cowardly grandson Li Xun.
He is the grandson of the emperor, so Li Shi will feel uncomfortable."
Zhu Si took a few steps with his hands behind his back. He was familiar with Peng Wang Li Ji and knew who he was. However, if he really wanted to make him emperor, he had to have a good talk with him and draw a red line for him. If he dared to cross the line,
Kill him immediately.
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Early the next morning, Zhu Si summoned hundreds of officials at Xingqing Palace. All officials of fifth rank and above, regardless of official position, idle official, or just a title, must be present. The Qinzheng Hall was crowded, and hundreds of officials stood silently in the lobby.
The atmosphere was very depressing.
Zhu Si said loudly: "Everyone, there are rumors that the emperor has fled to Hanzhong. I don't know whether the news is true or false, but many officials have secretly left the city and gone to Hanzhong. Everyone has his own ambitions. I, Zhu Si, will never force you to do so.
, starting from today, the city gates will be wide open, and those who want to leave Chang'an are welcome to do so, but there are ugly words ahead. Once you become the enemy of Chang'an, your life will be in danger if you return to Chang'an."
There was still silence in the main hall, and Zhu Si continued: "Some people say that I, Zhu Si, want to usurp the throne and become emperor, which is simply nonsense. I, Zhu Si, will continue to support the Tang Dynasty. Those who are willing to stay, we will serve as ministers in the same palace and work hard to pacify
The vassal town will realize the resurgence of the Tang Dynasty, but the choice is in your hands, whether you want to stay or leave, you decide for yourself."
The great scholar Jiang Gongfu asked: "Excuse me, Taiwei, is Chang'an going to establish a new king?"
Zhu Si nodded, "Exactly!"
There was an uproar in the hall, and Zhu Si said loudly: "I will work with those who are determined to choose a wise king, eradicate traitors, abandon eunuchs, and realize the resurgence of the Tang Dynasty..."
Although his last few words were loud and powerful, it was a pity that the hall was already so noisy that no one was in the mood to listen to what he had to say.
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Zhu Si immediately ordered people's peace notices to be posted in Chang'an and the prefectures and counties in Guanzhong. From today on, the two tax laws will be abolished, the rent and tax system will be restored, and all parts of Guanzhong will be exempt from taxes for one year. He also informed the people that Zhu Taiwei has decided to gradually restore Huangzhuang.
Land is distributed to landless farmers.
It must be said that Zhang Guangsheng's suggestions were very targeted and extremely damaging to ordinary people. Although the two tax laws implemented by Yang Yan increased the court's tax revenue, the burden on the middle and low-level people was greatly increased, which caused public resentment in the past two years.
It was boiling, so as soon as the announcement of the abolition of the two tax laws came out, the people in Guanzhong rejoiced, and the redistribution of land was even more exciting. Ordinary people did not care who came to power, the key was what benefits they could get.
A large carriage headed to Xingqing Palace under the escort of hundreds of cavalry. On the carriage was a middle-aged man wearing a golden crown and rich clothes. He was Peng Wang Li Ji, the fifth son of Suzong of the Tang Dynasty and the emperor.
Li Shi's imperial uncle, Li Ji was in a very complicated mood at this time. Of course he knew what Zhu Si wanted to do with him?
The reason why Li Ji's mood was complicated rather than fearful was because he also had a trace of desire in his heart. When he was young, he often dreamed that he would be crowned the great treasure and become the lord of the world, but he knew that this was just a dream, and he lived it in a hazy state.
Unexpectedly, when he was nearly fifty years old, this dream suddenly became a reality, which made Li Jin feel worried and happy, and he stayed up all night.
Of course he knew that he was only the emperor in name, and that the real power was in the hands of Zhu Si. He was just a puppet, but even so, he was still the emperor!
Li Ji was worried about gain and loss, so he came to Xingqing Palace. Xingqing Palace was previously renamed Qin Prince's Palace. Under Yuan Xiu's persuasion, the name was changed back and it was officially called the "Chang'an Temporary Office for Ping Rebellion and Correction".
Li Yuan walked into Xingqing Palace, and Zhu Si greeted him in front of the main hall with a smile, "Your Highness, long time no see!"
Li Ji and Zhu Si had a good personal relationship. Although the imperial court strictly prohibited the royal princes from interacting with ministers, this ban was no longer effective after the Anshi Rebellion.
Li Jianyao led the Jingyuan Jiedushi, often interacted with Zhu Si, and even went to Zhu Si's fishing villa to catch fish.
But at this time, when he saw Zhu Si, he had a different feeling. He forced a smile and said, "It's been hard work these days, Lieutenant Commander."
"No matter where! This is what a minister should do."
Zhu Si laughed and invited Li Ji to the side hall. Zhu Si dismissed his entourage, leaving only the two of them in the main hall.
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