Chapter Five Hundred and Eleven Negotiation Conditions
On the fourth day after Lu Ben left, Zhang Guangsheng also arrived in Yong County with his entourage.
Zhang Guangsheng did not want to take this job. He felt guilty and could not see his former colleagues, but Zhu Si's death order was here, so he had to come.
When he heard that Zhang Guangsheng had arrived, Guo Song personally came to greet him at the gate of the military camp.
"Captain Zhang, long time no see!"
Guo Song still regarded him as the governor of Liangzhou, which made Zhang Guangsheng feel a little better.
"It's hard to say anything. I'm here to discuss it with you on the orders of the new emperor. I won't object if I do!"
Guo Song smiled and nodded, "Why would you object? Governor Zhang please!"
Guo Song invited Zhang Guangsheng into the lobby. The two parties sat down separately, and a soldier served them tea.
Seeing that Zhang Guangsheng was a little hesitant, Guo Song smiled and said: "No need to worry, Governor Zhang. Of course I know why you are here, and I welcome you from the bottom of my heart. Everyone is here for their own interests. I, Guo Song, have never been a foolish and loyal person.
, let alone a hypocrite or a moral defender, my first consideration is interests, otherwise I would not be here waiting for Governor Zhang."
Zhang Guangsheng nodded, "Okay! Then let's get straight to the point without going into too many twists and turns. Lieutenant Zhu hopes that you can accept the canonization of Chang'an, and then the army will return to Hexi. Under this general premise, let's discuss the specific conditions.
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Guo Song shook his head, "I can lead the army back to Hexi, but I will not accept any canonization from Chang'an, at least not for now. If Zhu Taiwei can destroy the imperial court in Chengdu and unify the world, maybe I will consider accepting it.
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Guo Song's attitude was expected by Zhang Guangsheng, but Guo Song did not refuse him flatly. He could give him an explanation if he went back. He pondered for a while and said: "Can I understand it this way? You can accept Chang'an's canonization, but the condition is
It was the destruction of the imperial court in Chengdu."
"It can be said that if Governor Zhang feels that it is difficult to deal with him, it means that I will not accept it for the time being and wait until later. A bird chooses a good tree to rest on. I hope that Lieutenant Zhu can become such a good tree."
Zhang Guangsheng nodded, "I understand, does Guo Shijun have other conditions, such as military salary?"
Guo Song smiled slightly and said: "This time I completely wiped out the Jingyuan Army and gained a lot of wealth. I don't need Chang'an to pay for my military salary for the time being. However, I hope that Lieutenant Zhu will not restrict wine and other trade in Hexi."
"Is Guo Shijun's condition so simple?" Zhang Guangsheng was a little stunned.
"In fact, I only have one condition, and that is not to restrict the trade in Hexi, and then I will close the door and guard the border. The fight between Chang'an and Chengdu has nothing to do with me."
Zhang Guangsheng sighed secretly. In fact, Guo Song still chose to wait and see.
"I understand. I will go back and report to the Taiwei truthfully."
Guo Song added: "There is one more thing I need to remind Lieutenant Zhu. Longyou's military strength must not be empty. Once Tubo seizes the opportunity, they will not hesitate to swallow up Longyou, and Guanzhong will be in danger."
Zhang Guangsheng nodded silently, stood up and said: "The conditions proposed by Ambassador Guo should be achievable. As a special envoy, I can agree first. I believe that Lieutenant Zhu will also accept it happily."
Guo Song smiled and said: "He will accept it. If he refuses to accept it, I will often come to Guanzhong as a guest. However, whether he likes it or not, I will come uninvited. I believe he knows this better than me."
After Zhang Guangsheng left, Guo Song also reorganized his troops, said goodbye to Fengxiang Mansion Yin Li Shuguang, led his army to leave Fengxiang Mansion, and marched toward Hexi Province loaded with loot.
Three days later, Zhang Guangsheng also returned to Chang'an and immediately rushed to Xingqing Palace to report to Zhu Si.
"Interesting, you actually want me to be a good tree. Of course I want to unify the world. Who wouldn't want to be such a good tree?"
Zhu Si chuckled. After listening to Zhang Guangsheng's report, he turned back and asked Yuan Xiu who was standing next to him: "How sincere does the Prime Minister think he is?"
Yuan Xiu smiled slightly and said: "Bizhi feels that his promise is credible. This decision should be the most beneficial to him. He asked Cheng for fame and asked us for profit. This is called fame and fortune. Compared with Cui Kuan accepting our
After being canonized, I felt that Guo Song was more clever. He actually sat on the mountain and watched the fight between tigers and tigers, and whoever won in the end would be loyal to him."
Yao Lingyan also said: "I also feel that Guo Song is gradually moving towards the vassal town. He will no longer work for Li Shi. As long as we can guarantee his interests, then we have no worries for the time being and can concentrate on expanding our power. I suggest you to check the situation."
We will firmly control the four territories of Zhong, Longyou, Guannai, and Shuofang, and then we will expand to the Central Plains and seize Li Shi's power in the Central Plains."
Zhu Si took a few steps with his hands behind his back and said to everyone: "I received a letter from Zhu Tao yesterday. He suggested that I win over the three towns in Hebei and Li Na. The implication of his words is to delegate power to five more towns, and then
What do you think of trying to get them to accept the canonization of Chang'an?"
Yuan Xiu applauded and said: "This letter comes too timely. Your Highness can immediately send someone to deliver the letter to the five families and ask them to send envoys to Chang'an to discuss the overall situation."
Zhu Si laughed, he had been looking forward to this day for a long time.
Zhu Si immediately agreed to Guo Song's conditions. In order to win over Guo Song, he specifically ordered that in order to save grain, it was strictly forbidden to use grain to make wine, and restaurants in various states and counties were only allowed to sell fruit wine.
At the same time, Zhu Si sent envoys to Hebei, Central Plains, and Jianghuai, asking the five major feudal towns to send envoys to Beijing to discuss the overall situation.
The largest Yangxin Hall in the Chengdu Palace was renamed Qinzheng Hall and became the place where the imperial court held court meetings. Although Li Shi's arrow wound on his back had not yet healed, he could no longer lie down.
There are a mountain of various problems that are difficult to solve, such as food problems, tax problems, official problems, official residence problems, family problems, etc., and of course the number one problem is the recovery of Chang'an.
In particular, the Chang'an court announced tax reductions, confiscated manor land and houses in the Guanlong area, and distributed them to soldiers, landless farmers and young houseless officials. This has gained great popular support and military morale, so that the entire Guanlong area
In addition to Hexi, all states and counties in the Long region expressed their allegiance to the Chang'an court.
This incident caused great shock in Chengdu. This shock came from several aspects. On the one hand, people from all over Bashu demanded to follow the example of Chang'an in reducing taxes and taxes, and appeals came one after another. On the other hand, the wealthy and powerful people who fled to Chengdu stamped their feet.
They cursed and said that their land and properties were divided up, which undoubtedly violated their core interests.
Therefore, the calls within the imperial court to counterattack Chang'an are getting louder and louder, and the reason is that these wealthy and powerful people are behind it.
A small-scale court meeting was being held in the Hall of Qinzheng, which was limited to court officials of third rank or above. Under the strong request of everyone, Li Shi had restored the multi-phase system, established the left and right prime ministers and three deputy prime ministers, and Xiao Fu, the Minister of Civil Affairs
Lu Qi was replaced as the right prime minister, Jiang Gongfu was the left prime minister, Lu Qi was demoted to the deputy prime minister, and Liu Congyi, the Minister of Household Affairs, and Du Guqiu, the new Minister of War, formed the new political affairs hall.
In addition to the five prime ministers, there are also Jingzhao Yin Wang Hong, bachelor Lu Zhi, Minister of Rites Xue Xun, Minister of Industry Guo Shu, Minister of War Wei Gao, Jiannan Jiedushi Du Xiquan and several generals, Hun Yao,
Li Sheng, Li Guan, Zhang Xiaozhong, etc.
Li Shi slowly said to everyone: "My dear friends, my injury is quite serious. I can only stay in bed, and I can't even lift a pen. However, various crises are piling up, and many of them are imminent. I am not allowed to rest and recuperate anymore. I can't."
To have both ends, I thought about it again and again and decided to appoint King Shu as the supervisor of the country to share my worries. What do you think?"
The canonization of Emperor Li Shi has a deeper intention. Prince Li Song illegally ascended the throne in Taiyuan. Perhaps he was coerced, but his behavior was extremely bad and the impact was too bad. Li Shi has already issued an edict to abolish Prince Li Song's position. This
The decision was unanimously supported by civil and military officials, so who will be the new crown prince?
Now the emperor has decided to enthrone Li Yi, King of Shu, as the supervisor of the country, and his intention is self-evident. Although Li Yi is the son of King Li Miao of Qi, he is kind-hearted and open-minded. Everyone has no objection to him being the supervisor of the country.
At this time, Lu Qi stood up and said: "Your Majesty, there are not many tedious court affairs at present, but there are many military and state affairs. Although King Shu has outstanding abilities, he is still too young. As a supervisor of the country, I am afraid it will be difficult for him to deal with it.
To make correct decisions on various military and national affairs, the court still needs your Majesty to preside over the overall situation. Please think twice."
Of course Lu Qi had to oppose Shu King Li Yi. During the retreat to the south, Li Yi showed great dissatisfaction with him without concealing it, which made Lu Qi very worried. Once Li Yi came to power, he would definitely be the first to deal with him.
Li Shi's back hurt even as he spoke. He waved his hand impatiently, "I have decided on this matter."
Jingzhao Yin Wang Hong also wanted to speak up for Lu Qi, but the emperor said this, so he had to remain silent. Lu Qi hit a snag and had no choice but to sit down.