Nanming Yiming

Chapter 128 The Zhoushan Conspiracy
Since Huang Binqing reached a tacit agreement with Tian Xiong, he has been living in peace with the Qing army.

Although he lost tens of thousands of soldiers and horses and the first general of the dynasty in this expedition.But it's not that they have gained nothing. They have firmly occupied Dingguan and Dinghai counties, and finally have a relatively stable base on land.

Although the territory is not large, the conditions in Zhoushan are much better, and the cultivated land and soldiers have also greatly increased.

It's a pity that Tian Xiong is not a real guy. When the Qing army abandoned Cixi County, he didn't notify his "collaborator" in advance. When he found out that Cixi was abandoned by the Qing army, Zhang Huangyan's troops had already occupied Cixi.

Huang Binqing was very dissatisfied with this. After all, Cixi was fought down by his subordinates in a bloody battle, but it was later captured by the Qing army.Zhang Huangyan's behavior in this kind of gun territory is really not kind enough.

At this time, Huang Binqing seemed to have forgotten how he, the "Island Lord of Zhoushan", annexed other Ming armies before.

With the withdrawal of the Qing army, Ningbo's power has changed from the previous three to two, but Huang Binqing feels that it is more complicated than before.

The Ming army under Qian Mo was too powerful. Although they did not enter Ningbo, they were stationed in Yuyao near Cixi.Both he and Zhang Huangyan were members of the Ming army under King Lu's command, and Huang Binqing had no sense of security at all.

He even suspected that two Ming armies might conspire to annex his Zhoushan.

Because Qian Mo's Zhejiang Navy began to intersect with his Zhoushan Navy. Originally, the Zhejiang Navy was nestled near Hangzhou.

But since the Zhejiang Navy got the 800-ton Lisbon ship, it has often cruised from Wusongkou to Zhoushan, giving it a sense of presence.

I heard that the navy of the Qing army has completely retreated at Wusongkou, and they dare not come out for cruises.The firepower of this giant ship is so fierce that it is actually equipped with 48 red cannons.

At this time, the capital ships of other navy are basically equipped with light Francophone artillery, and occasionally equipped with a few red cannons.Faced with this kind of dimensionality reduction blow, it is natural to be sunk directly in one face-to-face.

Of course, everyone is still friendly on the surface, and the ships on both sides did not make an attacking posture.But Huang Binqing's navy had always been the strongest in this area before, and Zhang Mingzhen and the Qing army had to avoid his navy when they saw him. Qian Mo's cruise became a naked provocation in his eyes.

What's even more exasperating is that Qian Mo has actually started to affect his financial resources. Previously, Zhejiang merchants wanted to go to sea merchants, so they had to cooperate with him, Huang Binqing. He basically controlled the entire Ningbo maritime merchant group through his spokesperson.

But now that Qian Mo wants to set up an ocean caravan and set up a business district in Hangzhou, many businessmen who originally cooperated with Huang Binqing transferred their money to Hangzhou intentionally or unintentionally. Isn't this stealing his job?
Huang Binqing fell into deep worry. He even believed that the Ming army threatened him more than the Qing army.

He felt that his identity was very embarrassing now. Although he was under the banner of the Ming army, he was in a state of self-reliance and did not accept the dispatch of King Lu.It turned out that relying on the status of "Zhoushan Island Owner", I was relatively strong, so I didn't think there was anything wrong.

But now with the rise of Qian Mo, King Lu's power expanded rapidly. He felt that he could no longer be so independent, and had to make a choice between King Lu and the Qing court.

It was also for this reason that he decided to meet this envoy of the Qing army.

Huangyangjian is the highest peak on Zhoushan Island. When you climb to the top, you can have a panoramic view of Zhoushan Islands.The mountain here is dangerous and it is an important camp of the Ming army in Zhoushan.

Soon after, several envoys from the Qing army were brought up.

The leader Zhengshi was a big fat man, his face was flushed with exhaustion, he was panting heavily, and his forehead was covered with beads of sweat.

Huang Binqing looked at the fat man in front of him with contempt, thinking that this guy is just a waste who only knows how to eat, drink and play, and he is so tired after walking two steps on the mountain road.

But on the surface, he still said politely: "Your envoy has come all the way, you have worked hard all the way!"

The messenger adjusted his breath and said: "Qi Yuanshan, the left servant of the Ministry of Officials of the Qing Dynasty, pays homage to Uncle Sulu."

"To be honest, the main force of the Eight Banners of the Qing Dynasty has already gone south, and will soon arrive in the south of the Yangtze River. This is a great opportunity for Su Lubo to make contributions!"

Huang Binqing said: "The Qing Dynasty was beaten by the Ming army in the past few months, and even Hangzhou was lost. This achievement is not easy to earn?"

"At this time, if I, Huang, join Daqing, I won't be riding a smooth boat, but overcoming obstacles for Daqing!"

Huang Binqing's subtext is very clear. At this time, the situation in your Qing Dynasty is not good. If you don't give enough chips, I, Huang, will never get on the wrecked ship of your Qing Dynasty.

Qi Yuanshan smiled and said: "The main force of my Qing Dynasty is not in the south, and the Ming army only gained power for a while. Because of the temporary unfavorable situation, Su Lubo's contribution is more valuable, isn't it?"

"This time, I represent my emperor and regent of the Qing Dynasty. Feel free to ask Surubo for any request. For heroes like Surubo, my Qing Dynasty has never been stingy with official titles and rewards."

Huang Binqing thought that this person didn't play cards according to common sense. Generally, this kind of recruiting is that the envoy proposes conditions on his own initiative, and then the two parties discuss the details.If the conditions you raise here far exceed the bottom line given to you by the higher authorities, how can you talk about it? Are you going back to Beijing to ask for an order?

This is not playing tricks on me, thinking of this, Huang Binqing is very displeased.Since you want me to make an offer, then I'll be lucky enough to offer a high price. Isn't it just "asking for a lot of money and paying back the money" when talking about business?

Huang Binqing said: "The Qing Dynasty has always been generous with the titles of ministers who have meritorious service. First there are the 'San Shun Kings' such as Kong Youde, and there is Wu Sangui, the Pingxi King."

"I wonder if Huang has such weight in the eyes of the Qing emperor and the regent?"

As soon as Huang Binqing's words came out, Qi Yuanshan was dumbfounded. Although he thought that Huang Binqing would speak like a lion, he still underestimated Huang Binqing's ambition.

At this moment, he began to regret it. If he had known this before, he would not have asked Huang Binqing to make the conditions himself. Now this is very embarrassing.

So Qi Yuanshan subconsciously looked at the old man beside him, and got a positive look from the other side.

Qi Yuanshan said with a smile: "I, the Qing Dynasty, naturally do not spare the princes when they have meritorious officials."

"But those Han princes before made great contributions to my Qing Dynasty. If Su Rubo wants to be crowned king, he must show convincing achievements?"

Huang Binqing thought to himself, it really is just empty talk, a few words are like telling me to work for your Qing Dynasty, let's hear what kind of medicine he sells in his gourd?

So he asked: "I don't know what the merits mentioned by Lord Qi are?"

Seeing that Huang Binqing had already taken the bait, Qi Yuanshan said: "The king of Lu has always been an enemy of our Qing Dynasty, and now Chongming's troops are empty, but this is a good opportunity for Su Lubo to make contributions to our Qing Dynasty."

Seeing that Huang Binqing didn't answer, Qi Yuanshan said again: "Isn't it justifiable to exchange the king of Lu for the king?"

Huang Binqing held back a glance at Qi Yuanshan, thinking that this guy still wants to be a white wolf, so he said: "This matter is very important, Huang still needs to discuss it with the generals under him, it's getting late now, please invite a few envoys to come first." Go down and rest, we will discuss tomorrow."

After a simple dinner, Qi Yuanshan and the others returned to their residence.

Two Qing army guards stood guard at the door, and Qi Yuanshan asked the old man next to him respectfully: "My lord, Huang Binqing doesn't seem to be very concerned about this matter!"

The old man said slowly, "Lord Qi underestimated Huang Binqing too much. He almost made himself king by occupying Zhoushan. He didn't even buy the account of King Lu. How could he make a move based on your empty promises?" ?”

Qi Yuanshan was blushed by the old man's words, and said embarrassingly: "I really underestimated Huang Binqing's appetite, thanks to the governor who came here in person this time, otherwise Qi might not be able to handle Huang Binqing, tomorrow we will directly report to Huang Binqing Do you play the hole card?"

Looking at Qiyuan Mountain, the old man couldn't help shaking his head.These Beijing officials are better at infighting in court, but when they come out to meet Huang Binqing, a warlord who doesn't want to enter, they are helpless.If he hadn't personally ventured here, it is estimated that this matter would probably be wrong.

Said: "Huang Binqing is called the 'Island Lord of Zhoushan', and he has long regarded Zhoushan as his territory. An illusory title, even a prince, cannot impress him."

"Tomorrow, if you directly read the imperial decree to him, making him stay in Zhoushan forever, and adding the title of Duke of Yue, Huang Binqing will definitely be tempted."

"As for Wang Jue, Lord Qi handled it well today. If you want Wang Jue, it depends on his future achievements."

Qi Yuanshan looked at the two edicts beside him, and said: "What the governor said is very true. It seems that the title of Marquis Dinghai will definitely not be able to satisfy Huang Binqing's appetite."

The old man said helplessly: "Now the situation in the south of the Yangtze River is urgent. Qian Mo has occupied the tax-heavy land in northern Zhejiang, and is always threatening the two prefectures of Su and Song. The king of Lu has occupied Chongming again and blocked the mouth of the Yangtze River. The tax revenue of my Qing Dynasty has been lost." If things go on like this, huge military expenditures will be unsustainable.”

"And my Qing Dynasty lacks navy, and only Huang Binqing's Zhoushan Navy can solve this crisis."

Qi Yuanshan said: "Your Excellency, please rest assured, the elite of the Eight Banners who conquered the South are about to arrive in Nanjing, as long as Huang Binqing promises to turn against the water, the pacification of Jiangnan is just around the corner!"

Suddenly there was a commotion outside the door, and a soldier ran in in a panic and shouted: "No, there's a fire outside, sir, go out and take shelter."

Qi Yuanshan saw that there were indeed flames and smoke billowing outside the door, and there were soldiers busy fighting the fire everywhere, and they were already in a mess.

Before he could react, he was dragged out of the house by the sergeant, trotted for a while, and finally came to the open space outside.

Looking at the thick smoke billowing in front of him, he also had lingering fears. How could it catch fire so easily?

At this moment, he was in his arms, the secret path was not good, the imperial decree and the governor were gone at this moment.

Soon the old man beside Qi Yuanshan was brought in front of Huang Binqing.

At this time, Huang Binqing was playing with the two imperial decrees in front of him. Seeing the old man coming, Huang Binqing said respectfully: "Huang pays his respects to Mr. Hong!"

The old man was startled, he didn't expect Huang Binqing to see through his identity.

Huang Binqing went on to say: "Governor Hong may have forgotten that in the ninth year of Chongzhen, when Your Excellency was serving as the Trilateral Governor to wipe out the bandits, Huang was once seconded to Shaanxi as a guest army, and had several encounters with Your Excellency."

"Of course, Huang was just a low-level guerrilla general at the time. It's normal for Governor Hong not to remember Huang."

Hong Chengchou didn't expect that he and Huang Binqing had such a relationship. It must be that Qi Yuanshan was too respectful to him, which aroused Huang Binqing's suspicion.

Thanks to Qian Mo, the "apprentice", he was impeached by the Manchu nobles and the "North and South Parties" of the Han people in the Beijing court, and he was almost beaten to the end.

Fortunately, not long after Hong's father passed away, he was able to recuperate in the capital under Ding You's name.

However, the situation in the south of the Yangtze River deteriorated too fast. Jin Shenghuan regained Jiangxi in one fell swoop, and Qian Mo continued to attack cities and lands in Zhejiang.As a last resort, Dorgon had no choice but to secretly recover Hong Chengchou. He also instigated Yang Wenqi's rebellion and assassinated Qian Mo in Ningbo before.

Although his identity has been found out, he still has to keep his recovery secret.If Qian Mo knew that he had been reinstated, he would definitely take precautions.

So Hong Chengchou said: "A man named Ding You, Hong, is at home now, and he is no longer a governor; I just can't bear the loneliness, so I will accompany Master Qi to Zhoushan."

"Since Su Lubo has seen the imperial decree, then fortunately Hong will not be around the corner."

"My Emperor, His Majesty the Qing Dynasty, has issued an imperial decree to make you the Duke of Yue, and promised you that the Huang family will live in Zhoushan. This kind of grace is the first time in the Qing Dynasty."

"Don't say it's a Han Chinese, even the princes of the Manchus don't have a real seal, let alone a hereditary succession."

"Why is the Duke of Yue still hesitating? To be honest, this imperial decree is a gift from the heavens after I begged for a long time. Even the old man himself is envious!"

Hong Chengchou was right.Daqing really showed enough sincerity, Huang Binqing did not have the ambition to win the world, he just wanted to dominate in Zhoushan.It is indeed a great favor to his Huang family to be able to obtain this hereditary decree.

Daming will never be able to give these conditions. Jin Shenghuan dedicated a province in Jiangxi and supported 30 troops, but he won the title of Duke of Yu; don't look at Qian Mo's siege of cities and land all the way, and his success in Zhejiang. Shui Qi is just a loyal and brave uncle.

Huang Binqing understood that he, the Duke of Yue, had a high gold content, even surpassing those previous Han princes.

Of course, the price is also obvious. He must help the Qing court regain Chongming, and it is best to capture King Lu alive.

After some weighing, Huang Binqing knelt down and said, "Master Huang Binqing of the Yue Kingdom thanked Emperor Long En of the Qing Dynasty. Our department is willing to accept Master Hong's dispatch and cooperate with the recovery of Chongming."

Hong Chengchou said: "My Qing Dynasty has never treated meritorious ministers badly. All the soldiers and horses under the Duke of Yue's command were paid by the household department. In addition, Master Qi brought 20 taels of silver this time as a reward for the army's expedition."

Soon after Huang Binqing took a bath and incense, he knelt down to receive the imperial edict read by Qi Yuanshan.

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