Picturesque Rivers and Mountains in the Red Chamber

Chapter 77 2.54 The real mastermind is not the Wang family

Volume Two

2.54 The real mastermind is not the Wang family

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“Mr. It is impossible for the Xue family to start without a purpose.

"The four great families of Jinling - Phew!" Xue Tu took a deep breath with some effort, and his tone was full of nostalgia, "Speaking of which, I came here from that time, and the four of us were really like the same spirit. "Every loss is a loss, a loss is a loss, a prosperity is both a blessing", but unfortunately, that is already the old calendar.

Although the four families have always been called together, the internal relationship is not really equal. Instead, the two families of Ningrong and Ningrong are the main ones. The Shi family is actually only related to the Jia family. The two families support each other. Except for the Wang family when the Zhou Dynasty was founded, After controlling the county uncle, his descendants continued to regress, and eventually even lost his title. He basically lost his position in the court, and was reduced to a sinecure specializing in receiving tribute from foreign vassals, and doing some maritime trade business in private. "

"So, 'There is a shortage of white jade beds in the East China Sea, and the Dragon King came to invite the King of Jinling'. In fact, it is mainly about them." Zhou Yang remembered the description in the original work.

"Yes, but the head of the Wang family of the previous generation was not willing to do this. He asked the Jia family for help and allowed his children to join the Beijing camp. For this purpose, he also handed over the family's maritime trade business, which is what the second brother is now in charge of. The Wang family turned all their energy into their official careers. The Xue family's business was never just their own, but all four of our families had a hand in it.

But something went wrong in the middle. Until now, Wang Ziteng has only been working in Qianhu. He became a guerrilla in the first two years. It was because of the help of Brother Jing of Ning Guofu that he gained some military exploits from the Pingbei Army of the Prince of Beijing. , if he is not allowed to survive until death, the most he can do is give him the status of a 'guerrilla general' as a favor before leaving. "Xue Tu said disdainfully.

"Wizi Teng - so bad?" Zhou Yang really didn't expect that this background figure who would later become extremely famous would be like this.

"It can't be said to be bad, at least in our four families, except for Big Brother Jing who can stabilize one head, no one else can be said to be better than him, and I'm not sure." Xue Tu shook his head and continued to explain, "But this Things in the court are never just a matter of ability or merit.

There are only so many positions, and every family in the capital doesn't have enough, who would be willing to give them to him?In addition, the Wang family has never produced any figures since the time when they first took control of the county. They have been kicked out of the martial arts circle long ago. No matter how good he is, Wang Ziteng can't surpass the four princes, eight princes, and twelve families. How could the younger generation, who already had hundreds of concubines, get his turn? "

"So - that's it!" Zhou Yang murmured. In the original work, the reason why this person came to power was probably because he used tricks and switched to Emperor Yonghe, who still had no military power. He was pushed out as a "model", so although he His position is not low, but he has never been able to integrate into the circle of generals because he has long been regarded as a "traitor." "A few days ago, I recommended him to take over the position of General Jia."

"What?" Xue Tu was stunned, obviously not understanding what Zhou Yang meant, "I know you have some friendship with the eldest prince and Princess Yongchang, but how could you."

"Forgive me, Mr. Xue. It's not a recommendation, it's just a suggestion." Zhou Yang recounted the original discussion with Princess Yongchang, and finally added, "Your Majesty just needs an opportunity to intervene in the military power. The Wang family is half a circle. The resistance won't be too great if you help me, and if you add the Jia family's help, theoretically it will be beneficial to both parties."

"In this case, it's impossible for Wang Ziteng to do it. He doesn't need to do this anymore - cough cough!" I can’t even figure out why the Wang family would attack me. It seems that the real evil hand is not the Wang family, but Wang Zisheng!”

"Prince Sheng?" Zhou Yang was stunned for a moment. He had only a vague impression of this name because he only appeared once in the original work. "Who is he?"

"There are three brothers in this generation of the Wang family." Xue Tu said sarcastically, "The eldest brother died inexplicably, and only then did Wang Ziteng take over the position of head of the family. However, Wang Zisheng has always refused to accept it. He is now the head of the Yangzhou Prefecture. Yizhen guards thousands of households, but he is more than a little inferior to Wang Ziteng."

"In that case, his position..." Zhou Yang frowned. Since he is not good enough but has a high position, it can only be because of his strong background.

"He took refuge in the Zhen family." Xue Tu made Zhou Yang understand the reason in one sentence, "But it can only be said to be peripheral. The Zhen family and the Jia family are old relatives and have connections with all four families. Naturally, there is no need to pay extra attention to them. The third bedroom of the Wang family is just to help him a little because he is still useful." "So, he is not convinced and wants to move up." Zhou Yang looked ugly, "The Zhen family is worthy of being the first in Jiangnan. With a little promotion, Wang Zisheng will not be much worse than Wang Ziteng, but if you continue to climb up, you will need money."

"Yes." Xue Tu nodded with some difficulty, "He came to me, but I ignored him. I didn't expect that he was so brave and dared to attack me. It's a pity that the Xue family now... ahem, now they know it's him , but there’s nothing we can do about it.”

"But, with his current status, what can he do even if Mr. Xue is gone?" Zhou Yang couldn't understand this man's IQ at all, "It's just a little money, is it possible that he can still control the Xue family?"

"He can't control it, but he can support other houses, ahem!" Xue Tu's condition is still declining, "As long as he hangs up the banner of the Zhen family and finds someone with ideas, his goal will be achieved, so these days , the rooms below are not very stable, there are a few people dancing very happily."

"Don't worry, Mr. Xue, I won't let him have an easy time." Zhou Yang knew that it was time to speak for himself at this time. He really didn't have the ability to kill the third member of the Wang family, but if it was an assassination, for a sharp archer who could pierce the enemy with a hundred steps, , as terrifying as a modern sniper, "If necessary, it is not difficult to take his head."

"Don't worry, that would be too advantageous for him. I'm going to arrange for my wife to take Wenlong and Baochai to the capital and temporarily take shelter with the Jia family." If the Xue family is willing to provide some money, it will not be difficult to achieve their goal."

"Now in the Jia Mansion." Zhou Yang couldn't bear to tell the story about the assassination of Princess Yongchang during the last hunting at Tiewen Mountain, and the fact that the eldest prince summoned people to discuss but kicked out Jia Lian, the representative of the Rongguo Mansion, "It's just that I don't understand. Old Duke Rong is also a great man of his generation, why can’t he even cultivate an heir?”

"Haha, of course it's 'it's not good to marry a wife, and the family will be restless'." Xue Tu was stunned for a moment, obviously not expecting that Rongguo Mansion was already like this, and said in a rather emotional tone, "That ancestor of Rongguo Mansion, you must be the same." I know, she was born in the Shi family, the biological sister of the previous generation Baoling Marquis, and the biological aunt of the current Shuang Marquis of the Shi family. Unfortunately, like his two brothers, her vision was not very good.

When Prince Yichuan gave the military remonstrance, none of the four princes and eight princes participated, and they played a great role in putting down the rebellion afterwards, which earned him the emperor's trust. However, among the twelve princes, only three of them ranked last because they had nothing in their hands. Frankly did not move, the other nine families all participated more or less, and eight families were dealt with afterwards, including the Shi family. "

"So, the Shi family is finished?" Zhou Yang nodded, but still couldn't fully understand, "But as far as I know, the Shi family is still two marquises. Why is this?"

"Of course it was Dai Shangong who extended his hand." Xue Tu's face showed admiration, "When the Emperor came to the throne, he had great talents and great plans, but he also needed the help of talented people. The most outstanding one was Old Rong Guogong. He was neutral in the Southern and Northern Wars. After achieving great merit and having an irreversible relationship with the Supreme Emperor, it can be said that they are called monarchs and ministers, but they are no different from brothers.

When Prince Yichuan launched his military remonstrance, historians say that the two princes in the previous generation were involved and were at the core. Afterwards, it was originally planned to confiscate the family and eliminate the nobles. However, it was Dai Shangong who spent all his face to save it, but he also paid a price. The two old men The marquis committed suicide, and brothers Shi Nai and Shi Ding took over. For Dai Shanggong's sake, his title was not even reduced, but it became an empty bucket and it would be difficult for him to do anything in the future.

It's a pity that since he has made meritorious service, he naturally doesn't have much time to stay at home. Unexpectedly, the ancestor of the Shi family didn't like the eldest son and only loved the youngest son. That was all. Who would have thought that she completely gave up on raising the eldest son and let him have fun as he pleased. , I only spent my energy on educating my younger son, and the result was... cough cough cough! "

"Be careful, Mr. Xue!" Seeing Xue Tu's condition decline again, Zhou Yang quickly supported him and fed him the ginseng soup with the pills on the bedside. "I understand, Jia She was raised to be a waste, so she Then we can find a way to pass on the title."

"I'm afraid I'm blinded by my imagination, haha!" He died young and left before he had time to train him, but when he died, he still made a concession and passed the title to his eldest son, and also gave his younger son a position as the head of the Ministry of Industry."

"The inheritance of martial arts, but arranging civil service for the younger son, the attitude is clear enough." Zhou Yang nodded, understanding what Xue Tu meant, "In the end, this partial ancestor tried his best to suppress the eldest son with 'filial piety' , put all your hopes on Erfang, just let the rich resources of Rongguo Mansion go to waste, really."

(End of this chapter)