Xu Shize was distracted in the mansion, pacing back and forth in the lobby with his hands behind his hands. He had sent someone to find out Wang Kuan's background. The hateful looks from Wang Kuan's two sons made him palpitate. What was going on?
He must figure it out?
At this time, the subordinates he sent hurried over, clasping their fists and saying: "I am reporting to the military advisor, I have already inquired clearly."
Xu Shize said anxiously: "Come on, tell me what do you want to know?"
"Wang Kuan has two sons and two daughters, and his eldest daughter is married to Hu E."
"What!"
Xu Shize was stunned. Hu E was actually Wang Kuan's son-in-law? His legs trembled and he almost peed.
"Get my horse ready!"
He turned around and ran outside, got on his horse and ran towards the palace of the King of Wei. It was really bad. The King of Wei actually let Hu E's father-in-law take over the military power. Isn't this self-destruction?
Xu Shize rushed to the Prince of Wei's Mansion in one breath. He got off his horse and ran towards the steps, but was stopped by several soldiers. The chief captain said: "Military advisor, King Wei has an order. No one is there."
"I have urgent military affairs and need to see the King of Wei."
The captain still shook his head, "I'm just trying to save some face for the military advisor. In fact, King Wei just doesn't want to see the military advisor and has already issued a strict order."
Xu Shize was stunned. He came to his senses and said anxiously: "But I do have something important and I can't afford to delay it!"
"I'm sorry! We can't let the military advisor in, otherwise the military advisor can leave a message and we will pass it on for the military advisor."
"Go and tell King Wei that Hu E is dead, and his wife and children are also dead. His wife is Wang Kuan's daughter, and Wang Kuan cannot be allowed to control the military."
"We will report it truthfully, military advisor, please come back!"
Xu Shize was angry, impatient, and had no choice but to go back home depressed.
Many things are due to mistakes and fate. The gatekeeper went into the inner palace to report to Tian Xu, but he learned that Tian Xu was drinking with a group of wives and concubines. He was too drunk and could not accept the report. He could only wait for the King of Wei to wake up.
More to come later.
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Guo Song had received a personal letter from Wang Kuan, in which Wang Kuan made an appointment to formally surrender the city before noon.
Guo Song had a vague impression of Wang Kuan. During the Li Lingyao Rebellion twenty years ago, he pretended to be a bandit from Funiu Mountain and went to the Central Plains, where he ambushed Wang Kuan's army near Kuang County. There was no news about him afterwards.
"Sir, are you familiar with this Wang Kuan?" Guo Song asked Wang Youdao.
Wang You nodded, "This Wang Kuan was once one of the four great kings under Tian Chengsi, as famous as Fu Lin and Zhao Lun. When Tian Chengsi and Li Zhengji fought for the Central Plains, Wang Kuan and Tian Chengsi's second son Tian
Defending Puyang, he was attacked by the Qi army and the entire 10,000-strong army was destroyed. Tian Wei also died in the rebellion. Wang Kuan fled back to Hebei with hundreds of remnant troops. Tian Chengsi hated him for escaping alone, but his son died in
Puyang has no longer used him since then, and Wang Kuan has been sitting on the bench until today."
"Didn't Tian Yue use him?" Guo Song asked again.
"Tian Yue wanted to use him and sent someone to ask him to come out, but Wang Kuan refused. This angered Tian Yue and ordered that they and his son would never be hired."
"Since he didn't buy Tian Yue's account, why did he come out as soon as Tian Xu invited him?"
Wang You smiled slightly and said: "Your Highness may not know that military advisor Hu E is Wang Kuan's son-in-law, but Hu E was also killed by Xu Shize. According to Xu Shize's cruelty, Hu E's wife and children will not be spared.
Wang Kuan came out to avenge his daughter and son-in-law."
Only then did Guo Song suddenly realize, "I know, let's give it a try!"
As soon as the afternoon arrived, Guo Song led 50,000 cavalry outside the North City. Guo Song stared at the North City Gate, and he could feel the panic of the North City defenders.
At this time, a white flag suddenly appeared above the city head. Then the city gate opened, the suspension bridge was lowered, and groups of soldiers held the white flag and left the city.
"General Pei, go and take a look." Guo Song ordered to Pei Xin.
"Follow the order!"
Pei Xin urged his horse forward and shouted loudly: "Is General Wang Kuan here?"
A general stepped forward and said: "I am Wang Shounian, the son of the commander Wang Kuan, and the commander-in-chief of Beicheng. I am leading my 10,000 troops to surrender. Behind me are the troops of my brother Wang Qinian and my father, about 50,000 people."
Pei Xin nodded, "Those who surrender can put down their weapons, take off their armor, and wait three miles away. After the war, you will be released to go home!"
The soldiers did not want to fight, and their war-weariness was high. They put down their weapons at designated positions, took off their armor, and followed the Jin cavalry to wait three miles away. Pei Xin took Wang Shounian to see Guo Song.
Wang You knew him and whispered to Guo Song: "He is Wang Kuan's eldest son!"
Several soldiers came forward with Wang Shounian. Wang Shounian also saw King Jin wearing a golden helmet, surrounded by fifty thousand troops. The strong sense of pressure made him feel nervous. He went forward and knelt down on one knee to perform a military salute.
, cupping his fists and saying: "The last general Wang Shounian, my father Wang Kuan, we, father and son, hate Tian Xu for killing loyal ministers indiscriminately and harming my relatives. We are willing to dedicate Yuancheng to serve His Highness the King of Jin!"
Guo Song nodded and said: "Since you, father and son, understand the righteousness and turn to the bright side, I believe I will not treat you badly. Please go back and tell your father that Jin welcomes his surrender!"
King Jin's attitude made Wang Shounian happy. He bowed again and said goodbye.
Wang You smiled and said: "Your Highness knows that Wang Kuan still has concerns?"
Guo Song smiled lightly and said: "He asked his son to come out first, obviously just to test my attitude. How could I not let him feel at ease!"
Guo Song's judgment was correct. After listening to his son's report, Wang Kuan finally believed that the King of Jin welcomed their surrender and used the word "understanding the righteousness". He finally felt relieved and immediately ordered the entire army to leave the city and surrender.
This time, large groups of soldiers came out to surrender. It was no longer a steady flow like before, but came out in batches, each batch containing thousands of people. They took off their armor, put down their weapons, and marched toward the gathering place in the distance.
And go.
The news that Wang Kuan raised his troops and surrendered to the Jin army spread quickly throughout the city, and there was chaos in the city. Some people were happy, while others were worried and frightened.
Soon the Prince of Wei also received news that Tian Xu was still drunk, and the soldiers, regardless of their dignity, dragged Tian Xu from the back room to the courtyard and poured ice water on him to wake him up.
It took Tian Xu a long time to react. Before he could speak angrily, the soldiers reported: "Your Majesty, something bad has happened. Wang Kuan Kaicheng has surrendered!"
"What!"
Tian Xu jumped up and yelled: "I treat him well, why would he betray me?"
"It seems to be because of the military commander."
The captain guarding the gate cautiously said: "We heard from Military Master Xu that Hu E is Wang Kuan's son-in-law. It seems that Military Master Xu killed Hu E's entire family."
Tian Xu's eyes widened. Hu He was actually killed by Xu Shize. Tian Xu immediately remembered that he had killed Fu Lin and Zhao Lun. Wasn't it Xu Shize's instigation?
If it weren't for his instigation, how could Yuancheng be lost today?
Tian Xu suddenly felt a strong remorse in his heart, and gritted his teeth and said, "Go and catch that thief Xu Shize!"
Pei Xin and Yang Xuanying led 20,000 cavalry into the city. They entered the city through the west city gate. The place was deserted. There was no defender in sight, only armor and weapons on the ground. Many local soldiers were afraid of becoming prisoners of war, so they took off their armor directly.
He threw away his weapons and fled home.
This also includes the 3,000 soldiers from Wei Feng camp. Although they usually act arrogant and fierce, but when faced with a real war, they can run faster than rabbits.
Of course, there were still 500 dead soldiers who would not escape. They quickly gathered at the Wei Palace and prepared to fight the Jin army to the death.
Tian Xu also knew that the situation was over and there was no escape. He also showed his cruel and vicious side and killed all his beloved wives and concubines. The three sons and two daughters born to Tian Xu also died under his sword.
At this time, more than a dozen soldiers dragged Xu Shize into the palace. They saw that he had changed into women's clothes, his hair was disheveled, and his face was smeared with makeup. He looked frightened and his face was distorted, turning it into an extremely ugly and disgusting one.
When he saw Tian Xu holding a long sword, covered in blood, and walking towards him with murderous intent, he fell to his knees and begged: "Your Majesty, for the sake of my loyalty, please spare my life!"
"Bah! You still have the nerve to show your loyalty to me. You colluded with Zhu Si to destroy my defense. I, Tian Xu, am blind to use a military advisor like you."
The more Tian Xu talked, the angrier he became and he got closer and closer.
"Your Majesty, please spare my life!"
Xu Shize was so frightened that he shouted loudly.
"Spare your life, who will spare my son's life? Go and die!"
Tian Xu slashed with his sword, breaking off Xu Shize's wrist and neck, and a human skull fell to the ground.
At this time, there was a violent sound of horse hooves outside, followed by arrows raining from the sky towards the palace. Many soldiers were caught off guard and were hit by the arrows. They fell to the ground screaming, and there were shouts of killing outside.
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More than a dozen soldiers protected Tian Xu as he evacuated toward the kitchen...