Han Zuo Gaomen

Chapter 366
Ji You left the capital a few days ago, traveled more than half of Qu'a, and finally saw Zhang Jian in a valley southwest of Qu'a.

Today's Zhang Jian is quite different from the resolute and steady image in Ji You's impression. His face is slightly pale, his eyes are wandering, his beard and hair are messy, and he seems extremely depressed.

And most of his tribe has already dispersed, and now those who follow him, apart from the hundred or so who never left after being defeated by Shen Zhezi earlier, there are only a few hundred people left in the Liyang Headquarters. Not yet thousands.When Ji You found them, these people were still looking for a way out in the valley, as if they were going to climb over the mountains and go south.

"Unexpectedly, I can see Ji Jun again, but now that I look like this, it's a bit rude to be ashamed to see my old friend."

Zhang Jian sat on the ground on the high hill by the river valley. In just a few breaths, his palms kept rubbing his knees, and his eyes frequently turned to look in all directions. Ji You sits and talks about that eloquent demeanor.

"Don't worry, Marquis Zhang, I am here this time with only a dozen or so people from Lingxia, and there is no other department."

Seeing Zhang Jian's appearance, Ji You felt a lot of emotion in his heart, and comforted Zhang Jian with gentle words.

After Zhang Jian heard the words, he squeezed out a bitter smile: "I trust Ji Jun, I, alas, I feel that I am filthy...Ji Jun, why are you doing this?"

"That Zhanghou, why are you bothering? The world is vicissitudes of life, manpower is limited, so stop when you should!"

Ji You was really heartbroken. He walked along the road and saw that Qu'a, which he tried his best to preserve earlier, was already devastated. Many evil deeds were heinous, and then rose to the guilt of himself.Earlier, he really didn't realize that Zhang Jian was such a person. If he had known that today's Qu'a had suffered so much, he should have spared his life to kill Zhang Jian!

After Zhang Jian heard the words, he smiled bitterly, and then said seriously: "If I say that the recent situation of Qu'a is not what I did, nor what I wanted, Ji Jun, do you believe it or not? I was shocked to hear that Shen Lang's surprise army attacked, conquered the capital, and made great achievements. I was shocked. Yu, my heart is already in a mess, how dare I make any more outlandish schemes, I just want to be able to attack the lord's tent, and serve to die loyally! The troops are hard to restrain, and the Dongyang army is stationed near the bank like a bone in the throat. In order to escape, they disperse the troops Get out of the chaos..."

When Ji You heard this, he was slightly taken aback, and then fell silent.He knew that by now, Zhang Jian had no need to deceive himself, but if Zhang Jian hadn't encouraged those Suwei villagers to invade the villagers, it would have been even more difficult for him to accept.

Zhang Jian saw that Ji You was silent, and the bitterness on his face became stronger, so he couldn't help but sighed again: "If I had known that the military spirit was so useful, why would I bother to destroy my troops? By now, I am at a loss, and Shen Lang is obviously lighthearted. Entering Gyeonggi alone, with a wave of arms, there are thousands of defectors, and all our hard work has been wasted! But when we arrived at our headquarters, after those old guards got out of control, instead of rushing to help Gyeonggi, they fought on their own. The ravages broke out in the countryside, and the damage was especially serious to our army. Ji Jun, you live in Jiangdong for a long time, and your family has a long history, can you clear up my confusion?"

Ji You was even more speechless after hearing the words. To be honest, he was as confused as Zhang Jian at this time, and he didn't know why such a bad thing happened.

"It's rare that Ji Jun is still willing to see me now. Living in Jiangdong for many years, to be able to receive Ji Jun's kindness is worthy of me."

Hearing this, Ji You felt even more emotional, and said in a deep voice, "Zhang Hou, follow me to see the son-in-law. Qu'a's disaster was not caused by you, and I trust you. We will return together in the future, and I will be there for you." Arguing vigorously in front of the son-in-law. It is a foregone conclusion that the reverse will be defeated, so where can you go?"

"Where can I go? Ha, where can I go?"

After Zhang Jian heard the words, his burly body trembled suddenly, revealing a sense of weakness and powerlessness: "Back then there was a disaster in the Northland, dogs and dogs were rampant, and ordinary men rose up with knives. Those who did it survived. If you are lucky, you will not die No one is born to be rebellious, the imperial edict of the Suzu Mingtang, the poor can be used for the country, and the flesh and blood support the trip, what kind of honor is this?"

"Through the ages, the blood is not cold! But what kind of morals are we saving? The inside and outside are alienated, and the top and bottom are centrifugal. Those who live in officials are jealous, and those who serve are alienated by their family status! The barbarians only take lives. However, the Gaomen wants to kill even the aspirations of people! Don’t be a loyal and brave soldier, what else can we do besides being a traitor?”

"I am very envious of Ji Jun, and Shen Lang, who has a virtuous family. His talent is not in vain, his family background is noble, and his ambition is rewarding! It's a pity that Zhang is a poor man, and it's hard to get into the eyes of high sages. Let it go! This life is hard To live clearly, but to die with peace of mind!"

Speaking of this, Zhang Jian had tears in his eyes, and he stood up and saluted Ji Youchang: "Thank you Ji Jun for giving me a ride, I will never see you again in this life, and we can sing together in Huangquan! After fighting for many years, I only got the name of a thief. What a pity for this body, it should have been given to a good friend to build meritorious deeds, but it is a pity that the lord's army was defeated and suffered, so I dare not give up! Farewell!"

After finishing speaking, Zhang Jian suddenly turned around and walked down Gaogang, leading the crowd away.

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Following the issuance of Shen Zhezi's military order, in the next two days, a large number of Suwei rebels who originally belonged to Zhang Jian's department flocked to Qu'a County.

There is no other way, the Gyeonggi has been recovered, and Su Jun has been defeated again. Everyone knows that this rebellion that lasted for half a year will be subdued.These old guards either fled to the deep mountains and old forests and were not born in this life, or they were thrown into the shadow of the big clan, otherwise they could only obediently return to the order.

However, these people probably also know how sinful the things they have done are, so few small groups come back, and they often gather in groups of hundreds or thousands of people. Probably because the advantages of personnel can give them a sense of security. It's hard to blame everyone.

"Why do this?"

In the Qu'a County Office, a young general of the old guard sitting opposite Shen Zhezi couldn't take it lightly from Shen Zhezi's cold eyes.

This young man is not an outsider, but Ji Kuang's son, Ji You's cousin named Ji Chang, who is also serving in the military.Probably because of this relationship, there were 600 guards brought back by Ji Chang alone.And this team of old guards is also the most eye-catching, not to mention that each of the soldiers is carrying a large amount of property, and even escorting dozens of carts full of food and silk in a grand manner, one can imagine what kind of evil they have done !

Ji Chang's eyes were bloodshot, and his thin, bloodless lips moved, not daring to look directly into Shen Zhezi's eyes.Because Shen Zhezi is not only the governor, but also his elder.

"Are you dumb? Do you think I dare not kill you?"

Seeing that Ji Chang's face was full of fear, but he didn't dare to speak, thinking of the tragedy he had witnessed earlier, Shen Zhezi gritted his teeth with hatred, raised his foot and kicked Ji Chang's face: "Dare to do such a thing?" Evil things, are you worthy of your ancestors? Are you worthy of the people of Danyang?"

"It's done cleanly and won't be leaked... Please, please consort..."

Ji Chang covered his cheeks, blood had already seeped from his fingers, and his tone was trembling.

"Bastard! You still have the face to come to see me? How can you do it!"

Shen Zhezi drew out his saber, and the blade touched Ji Chang's chest.

Ji Chang looked down at the blade of the sword, his body trembled, and then wept bitterly: "I'm going to die, it's not a pity to die! But I beg your son-in-law to learn from you, the last general never gave orders to break down a village, never ordered to kill a single person, There is absolutely no blood on your hands, and there is nothing to gain!"

"Ha! You have done so much evil, are you telling me that you have a clear conscience? You are as innocent as jade? As a general, you can't restrain your troops, so what's the use of keeping you!"

Shen Zhezi laughed out of anger when he heard this argument.

"But, but how will we stop them in the end? Most of these old guards are from good families, and a family of old, young, women and children will be torn out with one life! They have no choice but to follow the thieves, and they have already cut off their way forward. It is the best result. It is true that those villagers are also innocent, but the general is just a mediocre person, and those who can plan are only for the sake of their fellow robes... If death can pay for this crime, why should the general die?"

After Shen Zhezi heard this, his heart became even more heavy, he threw his sword on the ground, and said in a shy voice: "Wang Taibao has a decree in Taichung, all the guards who are rebels will return to their hometowns, and they will not enter the garrison. Grant the land."

"Ah...how, how did this happen?"

Hearing this, Ji Chang froze on the spot, then burst into tears, kowtowed on the ground and wept, "I will make a big mistake in the end, my son-in-law please kill me!"

"Give death? You are not the only one who will be killed. Which one of the thieves outside should not be killed? Do you want to kill them all?"

Shen Zhezi hated him even more when he heard this.These rebellious soldiers of the old guards dare to do such evil, and they are relying on nothing but law and blame.Even if they have undoubtedly committed a major crime, as long as there is no strong victim requesting punishment, for the sake of stability in the current situation, Taichung can only suppress this tragedy and will not publicize it again.

One must know that if a crime is proposed, not only the thousands of guards outside should be killed, but also the families behind the children of aristocratic families like Ji Chang.Most of the guards are from the village of Danyang, and most of the soldiers are from different families in Danyang like Ji Chang. If this matter is not let go, the whole Gyeonggi and Danyang will be in turmoil again!
Since the southern crossing, the military and political focus of the court has never been to prepare for the Northern Expedition, but to maintain stability and ensure that Jiangdong will not be chaotic!Under the premise of stability, any fault can be forgiven!After Wang Dun's first rebellion, he returned to the town in a good manner, in order to maintain stability!Mrs. Yu rebelled against Su Jun and caused chaos in Jiangdong. After suppressing the rebellion, she still stood still, in order to maintain stability!
Shen Zhezi didn't know how to evaluate this so-called national policy, because his family benefited from it!Based on the crimes committed by his family, if it was not for the sake of maintaining stability, the house would have been ransacked countless times!

But Shen Zhezi has always been very clear in his heart that even if he can maintain temporary stability for such a government, it is a fake!Because it will make everyone feel that as long as they can hold on to this lifeline, no matter how big a mistake they make, they can be forgiven.Even if he didn't need to investigate, Shen Zhezi knew very well that among Wuzhong, Jiangxi, and even Jingxiang, many local tyrants took his family's transformation path as an idol and example to learn from!

(End of this chapter)