first minister

Chapter 67 Conspiracy
Outside Jiang'an City, Zheng Tianyu, dressed in white and on a white horse, came to a small village.

He was still the same as before, neither in a hurry nor in a hurry, and his demeanor was outstanding.

Xi Wen's white clothes are fluttering, and he is full of heroism in martial arts. He is a good son with both civil and military skills, and he is naturally the best in the state.

But this Jiang Ancheng seemed to be against him, or to be precise, it was Xia Jingyun who was against him.

Ever since he met this Xia Jingyun, Zheng Tianyu hadn't gotten along.

Wenhui was single-handedly killed, and debated was single-handedly killed. Even going to a brothel to sleep with a woman would be unintentionally humiliated by the other party.

Now he let the other party step on his head, becoming the most prestigious young man in Sishui Prefecture.

But in the eyes of many veteran dignitaries, Zheng Tianyu's performance in the past few days has won them more and more optimism.

After successive failures, he was still able to maintain a peaceful mind and maintain the same calm demeanor as before, which made these old men who had experienced the ups and downs of the world and were used to seeing amazing talents feel more satisfied than when he was in glory before.

People are growing up, with such a mind, coupled with a talent and family background that can still be called good, it may not be impossible to achieve a career in the future.

There are even some quick-witted people who have gone to "burn the cold stove" with great fanfare in the past few days.

It's rare that Mr. Zheng is "in trouble". After passing this village, I'm afraid there will be no such shop in the future!

However, everyone didn't know that Mr. Zheng's peace did not come from his heart, but from a grand plan of the Zheng family and his son.

Zheng Tianyu calmly walked into the study deep in the house.

The small courtyard where the study was located was full of guards in green clothes. When they saw Zheng Tianyu coming, they bowed to say hello. Zheng Tianyu also returned the greeting peacefully and kindly, worthy of a respectful corporal.

Pushing open the door and entering the room, his father Zheng Yuanwang was looking at a map at his desk, without raising his head, he ordered, "Sit."

Zheng Tianyu sat down at the table and said softly: "Father, Tian Si has already brought people here, and there are about a thousand soldiers under him who are capable of fighting, and they are currently lurking in Niujiao Mountain in the north of Jiang'an City."

A few days ago, Zheng Tianyu wandered around the state in the name of studying abroad and suppressing bandits. In fact, he was secretly connecting these things.

Suppressing bandits, it is common to suppress more and more.

Zheng Yuanwang hummed, and pointed to the map on the table, "Jiang'an City has only two roads, north and south, and the north road diverges at Fengchui Gorge. As long as we hold on to Fengchui Gorge, the north side is doomed to be helpless."

"Right now, there are three groups of Wudang troops in the north. Since Song Renxia let Tian Si come over, it means that he has not violated the agreement. As long as he retreats in time for his route as promised, he will stand at the mouth of the wind blowing gorge and hold the other two routes. It will be safe."

"As for the south, the road diverges at Yaowang Mountain on the outskirts of Wanfu County. One road leads to the county town, and the other goes south to Yongchang and other counties. According to the previous news, the two roads going south to suppress the bandits have already penetrated into Yongchang County. Even if we have already gone back when we got the news, it will take about four days to calculate the time. At that time, the overall situation will be settled."

"I have ordered the county's central government to bring [-] dead soldiers to guard Yaowang Mountain. Tonight, Jia Songzhi will rise from the county's central government, and about a thousand people will come to meet him. The south is also secured."

He looked at his son, whom he had high hopes for, "Think about it, is there anything missing?"

Zheng Tianyu turned his eyes on the map, and went through all the things that he had been thinking about day and night in his mind, and murmured: "At that time, the Jiang'an county captain will open the city at night, and I will encourage the labor camp workers to consume the guard force first, and then use Tian Si's military strength to strike down and control the dignitaries in the city. There should be no flaws in this, but father."

He looked at his old man who had been keeping a low profile for more than ten years, "What if the imperial court goes all out and ignores the powerful people in the city and doesn't meet our demands?"

"Hahahaha!" Zheng Yuanwang laughed loudly, "Does he dare? If he does this, every state in the world will rise up immediately! There are often dynasties that do not treat people as human beings, but dynasties that dare not treat powerful people as human beings will not be allowed! If a foolish king dares to make such a decision, then it is exactly what I want!"

"What's more, this so-called blackmail is not my only reliance. As long as Sishui Prefecture is turned into a pool of mud, the huge amount of money and food from the imperial court and thousands of non-commissioned soldiers will be the capital for us to achieve great things. At that time, you and my father will sit and watch the world from Sishui Prefecture, and great things can be expected!"

When it comes to the end, Zheng Yuanwang has changed his usual good-natured appearance, showing his majesty and pride!
Zheng Tianyu looked at his father's appearance, hesitated for a moment, and finally asked the words that had been gradually coming to his mind these days.

"Father, why do we have to act like this?"

Zheng Yuanwang looked at his son, knowing in his heart that his son was thinking wildly again.

Young people at this time are not used to seeing dangers in their official careers and life, and they are always pretentious. At the same time, they have unrealistic and good expectations for the future, and often make some wrong judgments.

As an important pillar for him in the future, it is necessary for him to speak these words to his son.

Sitting on a chair, he said slowly: "The Great Xia has been established for more than 200 years. The previous dynasty and the former dynasty all perished in more than 40 years. Why can the Great Xia continue to this day? There is a monster, the military god Jiang Qingxuan. When the first emperor ascended the throne, when all parties rebelled, he subdued all parties.

"But first of all, Jiang Qingxuan is a human being after all, and a human being has a lifespan. Now that he is nearly eighty years old, he is unable to lead an army. This is where the opportunity and courage of all parties lie. Secondly, he is only a soldier, and his military power is ultimately not a cure for the symptoms.

"The current world is in dire jeopardy. Otherwise, if you think Sishui Prefecture is in such a situation, the paper makers in the central center will rush to invite Concubine De to come here? Isn't it because they are afraid that there will be real turmoil, and if they can't stop it, the world will be in chaos."

He looked at his son, "You feel that your strength is good and your family background is extraordinary, and you feel that you can win a great future by doing your duty, but you don't know how deep this pool is. Why did I work so hard for half my life, and finally I can only remain unknown in this position of prefect? ​​Those royal relatives, those honorable families, their descendants, even if they are pigs, can ride on your head, are you willing?"

He snorted coldly, "Since the end of the ancient dynasty, the harem interfered in politics, eunuchs exercised power, and foreign relatives were domineering. Now Daxia has all three poisons. How can it be immortal?"

Zheng Yuanwang stretched out his hands and clenched his fists, his eyes were burning, "As long as I raise the flag of rebellion, when the sparks start to ignite the fire, I will be the one who initiated the initiative and will be respected by the rebels of the world. At that time, you and my father and son will look at Surabaya, and when the situation is clear, vote for the founding king, and you will be able to become the founder of the country. Even if the situation of the world changes, it might not be impossible to see the supreme position! Son, think about it, are you still willing to be a county guard?"

Zheng Tianyu's mouth was dry when he heard it, "Is it really possible?"

Zheng Yuanwang snorted, "Do you think the princes of the court are stupid? The reason why our plan can go so smoothly this time is indispensable for the secret help of these people! They! A few of them have already started planning for retreat and the future!"

"Poor our Majesty, he is still thinking about collecting money to expand his internal treasury, and repairing the Tianbao Tower that he has always been thinking about. You say, there is no reason for immortality in such a great summer?"

Zheng Tianyu was completely convinced, and there was a hint of heat in his eyes.

It seemed that a few years later, more than ten years later, the beautiful picture drawn by his father became a reality, and people called him "Little Duke", "Little Prince" and even "His Royal Highness".

"But there is still a small problem right now." Zheng Yuanwang frowned slightly, "Did you find anything about that Xia Jingyun you mentioned earlier?"

Zheng Tianyu shook his head, "Father, don't worry, he didn't find any trace, obviously he has given up."

"That's good. This matter is very big and concerns the whole family. We must be cautious and cautious."

"Son, save it."

"There's no need to worry, it's only an hour or two, and the gods can't change their ending. Pack up and get ready to go to Niujiao Mountain!"

"Yes!"
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In Wudang Army's barracks, Xia Jingyun did not find the leading general Jin Jiancheng.

After asking, he found out that he took his soldiers to Yunfu in the city, and was going to attend the pre-heated high-level dinner with Concubine De.

Why are you so active about eating when you are a war fighter? Xia Jingyun slandered, asked for a horse, and ran straight to Yunfu.

"Duke Xia."

The guard at the gate of Yunfu saw Xia Jingyun, before he had time to say hello, Xia Jingyun rushed into the mansion in a hurry.

What kind of courteous and noble gentleman, his true form has been revealed in just a few days.
Xia Jingyun ignored the guard's muttering, he rushed in all the way and asked all the time, and finally found Jin Jiancheng outside the kitchen in the backyard.

This guy was watching with great interest a master chef fiddled with the roast chicken, and from time to time he gave some pointers on the skills.

"General Jin! I have something to discuss."

Jin Jiancheng didn't turn his head back, "Speak."

He admired Xia Yunfei very much, but he had no interest in Xia Jingyun, who was full of literary temperament.

"General Jin, take a step to speak."

"No time."

Xia Jingyun stepped forward, grabbed his arm and walked out.

"Eh? Don't go too far, kid!"

Xia Jingyun said: "My elder sister is looking for you, so you just say whether to go or not!"

Jin Jiancheng was helpless, turned his head and shouted at the master chef, "Leave me a good roast chicken!"

Pulling him all the way, Xia Jingyun brought him to Concubine De's residence.

Feng Xiuyun hurried out when she heard the movement, she was surprised and said: "You are crazy, this is the residence of the empress."

Xia Jingyun said solemnly: "Ask my sister for instructions, and tell her that I have something extremely important to discuss with her, and ask her to find a convenient place."

After a while, Concubine De sat down in a side room and looked at Xia Jingyun, "There is no hindrance here, I will let Xiuyun guard the door, if you have anything to say."

Xia Jingyun glanced at the two of them, "Jianning prefect Zheng Yuanwang colluded with the bandits, intending to rebel, and will capture Jiang'an City tonight, and wipe out all the dignitaries in the state! Please order the father and son to be captured first, and then the whole city is on alert!"

(End of this chapter)