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Chapter 669 Awakening of Insects (4)

Chapter 669 Awakening of Insects ([-])

"...For the negotiations outside the city, it will only take a few days to continue. The Jurchens' request to cede the north of the Yellow River is just a lion's mouth, but they must want the actual benefits. We believe that compensation and It doesn’t matter if the money is old, as long as it lasts normally, the money can always come back. In order to ensure that there is nothing wrong with Taiyuan, there are a few conditions that can be negotiated. First, the compensation for money and goods should be escorted by our side. It is best to be led by Er Shao and Li Heng. Wuruiying, passed through Yanmen Pass, or passed through Taiyuan, and it was delivered just now, but right now, there are also problems..."

The wind and snow did not subside, and in the study of the Right Prime Minister's Mansion, the voices of talking continued, and it was Tong Zhiyuan, who was new to the core, who spoke at this time.

"In order to ensure that the Jurchens withdraw from Bianliang, the details on the negotiating table are that we compensate for the goods, coins, and return food. And the Jurchens hand over all the siege equipment in the camp. On the day the Jurchens retreat, they will change hands with each other. Now the court Lord Li only needs to finalize the fact that the Jurchens will withdraw their troops. Master Li negotiates with Zongwang every day and thanks guests behind closed doors. Yesterday it was reported that the Jurchens’ attempt to ask for the north of the Yellow River has been cancelled, but Zongwang still insists on the line from Taiyuan to Yanmenguan Therefore, there is still a distance from the conditions for the Jurchens to retreat completely and our army to escort them out of Yanmen Pass..."

Tong Zhiyuan talked about the details, and after finishing speaking, Jueming spoke from the side.

"It's been nearly a month since the Jurchens siege the city. The siege equipment has long been worn out and is no longer usable. They use this as a bargaining chip, just to give Li Xun a step down. The so-called extortionate prices, they have to pay back the money, but Li Yan doesn't have the courage, no matter the north of the Yellow River or the north of Taiyuan, they are not in the Jurchen's expectation! They have gone through hundreds of battles with them, and by this time, they are already tired, and they can't wait to go back to repair. It doesn't sound good, no matter what it is, wouldn't it be better to come and get it next time! But if Li Yan can't bite to death, they won't be shy about taking a piece of meat away."

Qin Yuyuan sighed: "Regarding the matter of Taiyuan, I originally wanted to lobby Li Yan by myself, and later asked Qinsou to come forward, but Li Yan still refused to meet, and he never let go in private. This time the matter is too serious, and he has to deal with it , I don't have much to do..."

"Li Yan has a handle, but it doesn't make sense to show it at this time. The news has been released in private here. Li Yan should be able to meet with Qin Xiang. I only hope that he can negotiate on the basis First, try to be as tough as possible. Giving roses to others will leave a lingering fragrance in your hands." Yao Zunian opened his eyes and said, "How about Liheng's specific preparations?"

"The conflict between Xiacun's army and several other armies, Zhuji has already prepared what to do." Ning Yi replied, "Inside and outside the city, various stories in this war have already begun to be sorted out and publicized. I intend to only let the people of Xia Village take advantage of this. The collection and weaving of all things will be carried out in various armies at the same time, including 10,000+ people outside the city and the forbidden army inside the city. Whenever there are stories of bloody battles, they will help them publicize .”

Ning Yi said calmly, Yao Zunian and others nodded.

"In the past few days, when they came to recruit soldiers, we also let them out. There are more than [-] people, there is always something to say, and we have recorded the brave deeds among them when they faced the enemy, led by the officers. The key point is to use the deeds of Xiacun and Wuruiying as the core to form an atmosphere of public opinion that everyone is willing to compare with Xiacun's army. Once their fame increases, they can resolve the hostility of these middle-level officers towards Wuruiying. Next, we absorb They went to the Wu Rui camp. After all, they are the troops that have won the battle. While the organization is still a little chaotic, expand the number of elites."

"It's better to draw fire from the bottom of the pot than to stop the soup from boiling." Qin Yuyuan nodded.

"Whether Wu Ruiying can keep it or not is hard to say for the time being. But these are the results of the game between the upper echelons, and what should be done must be done after all. It is better to take the initiative now than to be beaten passively."

The lights were on at night, and everyone in the room explained most of the things at hand.Fengxue whimpered, and when the door of the study room was opened and everyone came out one after another, it was no longer known what time it was in the morning. By this time, everyone was staying in the Prime Minister's Mansion. Ren also said a few words with Qin Yuyuan, went back to his room to rest, and when Ning Yi greeted him, Qin Yuyuan said: "Li Heng wait a moment, I still have a few gossips, let's chat with you."

When Yao Zunian left, he exchanged complicated glances with Qin Yuyuan. Ji Kun was the last to leave. Afterwards, Qin Yuyuan put on a coat and asked his servants to bring one for Ning Yi. The old man took his hand and said: "Sitting all night, my mind is boring, go out for a walk." Ning Yi helped him a little, picked up a lantern, and the two walked outside.

Recalling that when the two met in Jiangning, the old man was hale and hearty and healthy, not inferior to the young man. Later, when he came to the capital, even though he had a lot of work, his spirit was also excellent.But after this battle to defend the city, he finally needed some support.

The two walked along the corridor, snowflakes fell in the darkness beside them.The snow was not heavy, and the wind was not too strong, but it was still cold. After walking slowly for a while, the old man sighed and said, "After Shaoqian hurt his eyes, he is still in good health." ?”

"It's okay, and there shouldn't be any major sequelae."

"The Qin family has been in literature for generations, but he has been good at martial arts since he was a child. He can command such a big battle, fight heartily, and win. I must feel at ease. I can think of this." Qin Yuyuan smiled, and then shook Shaking his head, he looked at a large rockery in front of him, "After Shaoqian joined the army, every time he went home to visit his relatives, he was filled with righteous indignation when he told me about the bondage in the army. But many things have their reasons, and it is not easy to change. ... Liheng is clear, right?"

Ning Yi was silent for a moment without speaking.

"I had a lot of conversations with Mr. Nian about this matter, and I had discussions with Qinsou and Jueming. It's just that there are some things that are not easy to hear, otherwise, it will be embarrassing." Qin Yuyuan said in a low voice He said, "A few years ago, the Duke of Chu was in charge of the military affairs. Later, when Wang Fu came to the top, when the Jurchens came, they didn't dare to go forward, and they were wiped of face. Taiyuan has been forced by Zonghan's soldiers for several Yue, Xiacun, defeated Guo Yaoshi, both of them are my sons, and I happen to be a civil servant. Therefore, Chu Guogong stopped talking, Wang Fu and the others all backed away, Cai Jing...he was also afraid of me When the old thing comes up, when both civil and military people retreat, in the end, I can't distinguish between public and private matters in Taiyuan, and it's hard to talk..."

"Taiyuan can't be lost..." In the snowstorm, the old man looked at the shadow of the rockery and murmured.

There was another moment of silence between the two.

"Your Majesty is young and strong. After this battle, we must start to pay attention to military equipment." Ning Yi spoke from the side, and he said, "The Wurui camp in Xia Village is not broken up. The key is Your Majesty. After the peace talks, please Your Majesty review Xia Village The army. In the public opinion, it is exaggerated that this war is a turning point due to His Majesty's wise command and strategizing. Your Majesty is the master of ZTE, and he values ​​innovation and progress."

In the wind and snow, his words were not high, simple and calm: "People can manipulate public opinion, and public opinion can also influence people. In terms of His Majesty's character, he is likely to be moved by such public opinion, and his behavior style, There is also a pragmatic side. Even if you have suspicions in your heart, you will still think about using your ability, Prime Minister Qin. When His Majesty ascended the throne, you were actually His Majesty's teacher. If you can persuade His Majesty to be enthusiastic and enterprising like you were back then, you may still have a chance now... ...Because a confident and pragmatic person is not afraid of powerful ministers."

Qin Yuyuan frowned, then shook his head: "I have never thought about this, but His Majesty is unpredictable now, he... oh..."

The old man sighed, the meaning in it was complicated, and it might not be aimed at Zhou Zhe alone.This matter has nothing to do with debate, he talked with Ning Yi, and Ning Yi talked with him, Yao Zunian and others may not have thought of it.

After a while, Ning Yi said: "I have never dealt with the above, and I don't know how some messy things came down. I am not very sure about these things. But outside the city, with Er Shao and Wen Ren They discussed that the only chance to break the situation may be here. To rule the military with literature, the position of the warrior will be suppressed, but maybe he can also ride the wind. Or be like Cai Taishi, be a powerful minister for five or ten years In the future, when soldiers come, they will block the water and cover it with soil, or, pack up the burden and go home, I will go to the south and find a good place to stay."

He paused: "However, Cai Jing's power ministers in the past few decades have not touched the foundation of other people's power. To push the position of a warrior, this is to touch the foundation. Even if there is a majesty in front of him... no A good death, old man. You think about it, I'll take a look, it's hard for me to say whether this will follow or not..."

After a long time, Qin Yuyuan raised his hand and patted him on the shoulder.

The two spoke a few more words, and soon after, they each went to rest, but such a night is destined to be difficult to sleep.

After coming to Bianliang for such a long time, Ning Yi has never really fought against the high-level officials, nor has he really come into contact with the real dragon emperor at the top.The game of the upper class, every stupid decision made, and the muddy difficulties that push a country forward, it is not impossible for him to understand the operation of it, but every time, it makes him feel angry and difficult, relatively speaking, He prefers to stay below, watching those who can be manipulated and pushed.Going forward, he will always feel that he is back on the old road again.

What exactly was he longing for and looking forward to back then, and whether the confusion along the way later was really worth it.What about now?He has not yet determined in his heart that he really wants to do the following things, but is just looking for a solution through logic and common sense.Up until now, he could only please the emperor, defeat other people, and finally let Qin Yuyuan walk on the path of a powerful minister.When foreign enemies come one after another and the country needs a powerful minister to promote armaments, it may leave a chance for everyone to survive due to the special situation in wartime.

As long as there is still a semblance of reason above, it will not be a fatal situation.

After coming to Wu Dynasty for several years, for the first time in this restless mood, he quietly fell asleep.The matter is too big, even for him, there is a kind of mentality to wait until the matter is more obvious, and then think about it and take a look.

The long wind and snow, the huge city, many people's lights are quietly extinguished, the carriages come and go lonely in this snow, and there are occasional noises. It's snowing.The city is still gray and dull, and people are waiting for the news of the peace talks outside the city in tension and apprehension.On the Golden Luan Hall, the courtiers had already taken their positions and started a new day of confrontation.

Ning Yi went to Fanlou, ready to lobby Li Yun, to participate in the activities of collecting heroic deeds of other troops for Zhu Ji, which was already scheduled to be done.

On the snow field more than ten miles to the north of the city, the army was still fighting fiercely and confronting each other. Li Dian once again walked into the tent of the Jin army, facing those terrifying Jurchens, and started a new day of negotiation and suffering.

During the negotiation, Sai La bang overturned the negotiating table, drew his sword and cut it in two in front of Li Dian.

Right Prime Minister's Mansion started more activities and operations on this day, and then Zhuji's propaganda offensive was also launched inside and outside the city.

Ning Yi hasn't been able to fully determine what to do next in his heart. Soon after, everything froze in a weird and embarrassing mud...

　The real drama is about to begin...

(End of this chapter)