Dragon Yin (3)

"Bang! "The shells passed through the wind and rain and smashed heavily on the cliff on the seaside side of Tangzhuzui Mountain, blowing up countless rubble.

Not to be outdone, the Yuan army stationed at Tangbeizui Mountain drummed for a while and fired back. The shells dragged a long smoke, turned a few somersaults in the rain and plunged headlong into the sea.

Sporadic shells come and go, and the fight will rise. The continuous rain caused the gunpowder to be damp, and the range of the artillery was greatly reduced. The two sides across the cliff gate were not so much engaged in an artillery battle as they were demonstrating to each other, showing that their combat effectiveness was still average.

After a moment of fighting, the sound of artillery on the mouth of the soup bottle stopped first. The forts here were all taken from the Song army, and there was not much gunpowder stored in the warehouse, and most of it was damp, so it could not be consumed. Besides, the soldiers who fired the artillery were all novices, and they didn't know how to adjust the angle of the artillery to the best.

The Song army on the other side saw that the gunners of the Yuan army were soft, and they also stopped firing. The wind and rain were too strong to see the situation on the other side clearly, and they could not calibrate the location of the shells. Moreover, at present, the Song army and the Yuan army are facing the same dilemma, and the supply of gunpowder is insufficient.

The sound of shelling was replaced by the sound of wind and rain. It was as if the sky was leaking, pouring rain down endlessly. Around Yashan Island, the wind and rain seem to have become a high wall that connects the heavens and the earth, isolating the small island from the world.

In the cage-like predicament, only two people have never been emotionally affected. One is Prime Minister Lu Hideo, who presides over the court meetings every day and coordinates the affairs of the court. The other is the commander of the forbidden army, Ling Zhen, the protector of the country, since the first time he led his troops to fight against the Yuan army, he has fought countless defeats. The current setbacks are far from reaching the point where he loses his belief in winning.

"The Tartar offensive has weakened significantly in the past two days, which shows that the army of Yue Guogong (Zhang Shijie) has arrived near Guangzhou. Zhang Hongfan had to divide his troops to intercept him! "Ten days ago, Ling Zhen, the protector of the country, comforted everyone in the court.

Immediately, the crowd was excited, and his uncle Yang Liangjie even agreed to donate half of his family property and labor army, preparing to cooperate with the outside and give Zhang Hongfan a fatal blow.

The Jianghuai army was delayed, and Ling Zhen organized several counterattacks, but did not receive the expected results. Under the superior strength of the enemy, the Great Song Dynasty lost control of a series of islands such as Xiushan Island and Longxue Island one after another. More than 100 warships that were forced to surrender due to the untimely retreat were also strongly integrated by Zhang Hongfan and began to explore going to sea.

"Last night the Tartars tried to cross at night, but were pushed back by our sailors. This shows that they are already in a hurry, and Lord Wen's soldiers and horses are estimated to be coming soon! "Early in the morning, Empress Dowager Yang asked about the battle situation on the front line, and Ling Zhen, the protector of the country, reported.

The courtiers all lost their spirits, and some whispered that General Zhang Shijie had been wiped out. Then some people went out to make loud accusations, saying that Ling Zhen's command was unfavorable and that he should bear the responsibility for losing the country. Some people jumped out to defend Ling Zhen, believing that the current predicament was mainly caused by Yang Liangjie's power and doing everything possible to maintain several leading soldiers, so that they could not be disposed of in time. Several imperial historians who were good friends with Yang Liangjie immediately refuted it, thinking that Haoqiang's defection was mainly caused by Zhang Shijie's over-forcing of them. Some people simply asked the Queen Mother to issue an order to deprive Ling Zhen of his military power, and let Yang Yuanli, the head of the household department, preside over the overall situation.

Empress Dowager Yang, who has always had a soft temperament, immediately lost her mind, and her beautiful eyes were full of tears, and she was about to fall in an instant. Di Jing sat on the dragon chair, curiously looking at the ministers below, I don't know what everyone is attacking and accusing each other at this time? What do these things they say have to do with solving the dilemma of the Xing Dynasty?

"Uh-huh!" Lu Xiufu, who is known for his loyalty, let out a heavy cough, suppressing all the noise in the hall. He straightened his clothes, went out of work, first saluted the Queen Mother and the Emperor respectfully, and then said loudly: "The minister asks the Queen Mother to issue an order, and all those who ignore the prestige of the court in court meetings will be demoted from the court and used in the North Shore Army!" ”

"Ugh!" The noisy crowd gasped and returned to their shifts with red faces. Each other's eyes are still entangled with each other, conveying a message of unconvincing.

"Could it be that under the power of the army, you have forgotten the responsibility on your shoulders and the courtesy of the monarch and the minister? If you're afraid, why don't you go to the Yuan Army, what are you trying to do here? Lu Xiufu turned his head and glanced at his colleagues and said.

A few civil officials who had the most fierce dispute just now lowered their heads, and did not dare to make contact with him.

"Forget it, the wind and rain outside affect people's minds. The mood of the mourning family was also messed up by this weather, and Prime Minister Lu didn't have to be harsh! The Queen Mother, who had not spoken, finally said something considerately, so that everyone had a step down. Immediately, she couldn't hold her breath and asked, "The Protector said that Prime Minister Wen's men are about to arrive, is there any definite news?" ”

"The minister only inferred from the performance of the enemy army. Last night they tried to attack the Great Bear State (East Bear State), but the waves were so strong that they could not land. was beaten back by General Yan Mingyuan, and hundreds of people were folded! Ling Zhen got out of class, took a few steps forward, and reported truthfully.

"What about our casualties?" Empress Dowager Yang was taken aback and asked in a low voice.

"According to the battle report, our army lost 137 killed and more than 200 wounded. But the morale is still high, if the wind and rain do not stop, you can hold the big and small bear states! Empress Dowager Xie was concerned, "Ling Zhen bowed and saluted again, and she couldn't help but have a little more respect for the woman after the dragon case in her heart.

"After dispersing, General Ling went to Neiku to get some silk cloth and distributed it to the wounded soldiers. There are still some silver taels sent by Prime Minister Wen, and the soldiers who died in battle are all paid in cash. If you have a family member on the island, give it to your family. If you don't have any family on the island, give it to your fellow villagers to take with you, and send it back to your hometown after the war! Empress Dowager Yang wiped her eyes and said slowly.

"Your Majesty, thank the Empress Dowager for your great grace!"

"Excuse me, the soldiers sacrificed their lives for the country, and the royal family cannot treat them badly. Have you asked the sea people, how long will this weather last? After the Empress Dowager Yang finished arranging the matter of compensating the soldiers, she forced herself to ask. Lu Xiufu reminded me just now, it has come to the last moment, and everyone must take their own responsibilities.

The sea people are the people who live by fishing in the coastal areas, and they have no land and no permanent production. In the eyes of local officials, the people of the sea have always been classified as barbarian aliens. Their life and death have always been ignored. But these people who took the boat as their home were very loyal to the Great Song Dynasty, since they heard that the emperor had settled in Yashan, they drove the Wuyan boat (a kind of small sea boat, used for fishing and living, and could not go out to the open sea) to help in the war, and there were more than 3,000 people who sent fish and water. Walking up and down, the understanding of the sea conditions and weather, no one goes to the right of the people.

"The seafarers said that this year's rain came late and closed the ground, so the sea was born. When the air is gone, when the rain stops. In previous years, it was as little as one day or two days, and as many as ten days and a half months! Wang De, who knew the Privy Council, stood behind Ling Zhen and replied.

He was originally a civilian and was appointed to participate in the command of the army. I knew that I had no experience in leading troops, so I didn't fight for power, but tried my best to collect astronomical and geographic information near Yashan to make reference for the decision-making of Zhang Shijie, Ling Zhen, Lu Xiufu and others.

A few low sighs rang out in the hall. Since being trapped, everyone has paid the most attention to the weather and sea conditions. However, according to the people in the vicinity, this time of year is the season when the weather changes most drastically, and the huge waves in the Lingding Ocean (the water surface between Hong Kong and Macao) can reach more than a foot high. Some time ago, the old general Yu Ruqi did not believe the words of the sea people, thinking that the giant ships in the army were highly resistant to waves, so he took the risk of going to sea to rescue the soldiers. So far, there has been no news, and it is estimated that he has been buried in the belly of the fish with full loyalty.

The monarchs and ministers looked at each other, and they couldn't think of any more ways. After dealing with several miscellaneous matters unrelated to military affairs, he announced the dissolution of the dynasty. General Ling Zhen hurried to the army to inspect the defenses of various places. Lu Xiufu and Deng Guangjian, the waiter of the Ministry of Rites, walked into the imperial study and supervised the emperor to do his daily homework.

Today I happened to talk about the discourse on governing the country in "Mencius", the little emperor and the two ministers first gave the gift of the monarch and the minister, and then the gift of the master and the disciple, and then reviewed the famous sentences in it together.

In recent years, Emperor Jing has been bumpy with the displacement of the army, and his body has been worn to the arrogance of the emperor's family. After memorizing a few articles, he pointed to the passages and asked respectfully, "Teacher, these articles are all about how to implement the royal road and revitalize the country." But why wouldn't the princes listen to it? Are they too stupid to understand what the saints are saying? ”

"Those who have to be princes have been taught and learned since childhood, and their knowledge must be different from ordinary people. The minister thinks that he doesn't know it, but he doesn't want to do it! Deng Guangjian knelt on the cushion and sat up straight, and replied.

"Why not, don't they want to make their country strong?" Di Jing nodded and asked again.

yes, why not? Deng Guang recommended the rich five cars, but never explained why the princes of the Spring and Autumn Period refused to let the two saints show their strengths. Even in the discussion, the saint and his protégé were convinced, and turned their faces, but immediately left the words of the saint behind.

This question stumped Deng Guangjian and made him a little speechless for a while.

"It should be that the road is difficult, but the side door is relatively easy to implement. If you want to reproduce the prosperity of the Five Emperors and Three Emperors, you need extraordinary perseverance and perseverance. And the hearts of the princes are all in the fight for a moment of hegemony! Lu Xiufu was beside him, answering for Deng Guangjian.

In Lu Xiufu's eyes, Dijing's qualifications are much higher than ordinary people, and before ascending the throne, there was a sign of the Yellow Dragon coming out of the water, and he will definitely be a peerless monarch in the future. Such wise people often lack the perseverance to the end. If he lays a good foundation since childhood, in the future, in his hands, it may be possible to realize the ideals of several generations of Confucianism.

"But right now, we are fighting with the Northern Yuan. Is it the first to fight for hegemony, or the first to be the king! Di Jing asked thoughtfully and hesitantly.

"This?" This time, Lu Xiufu couldn't answer well, and after thinking for a long time, he reluctantly said: "Those barbarians, it doesn't make sense to talk to them about the royal way and domineering. It's the best policy to use Wick to fight! ”

"Then, how can I reorganize my Great Song Bingwei?" Dijing asked again.

"In addition to the words of a sage, diligent in internal affairs, pro-virtuous ministers, and far from villa......ins," Deng Guangjian replied. Suddenly, I found that I went around and around, and I went around to the road of how to start walking the king. If you go around it, you will fall into an infinite loop, and you will never be able to answer the question of Dijing.

Fortunately, Dijing is only ten years old, and his temperament has not completely stabilized, so he will not chase after a problem. After listening to Deng Guangjian's answer, the question turned to another angle. The three of them did a study for an hour and a half, gave food and thanksgiving, and dispersed. Deng Guangjian followed Lu Xiufu out of the temporary palace, and his heart was heavy.

"Lord Deng doesn't seem to be happy!" Lu Xiufu heard the sound of "popping" and "popping" footsteps in the rain behind him, and turned around and asked.

"It's nothing, I'm thinking about the question of long live today!" Deng Guang's answer sounded extremely listless.

"Banzai is still young, so naturally there are some strange ideas. This is the responsibility of our generation's guidance, so why bother with one or two questions! Lu Xiufu smiled and comforted in a low voice. As a teacher, you should be happy to see that your disciples have doubts. If an emperor is submissive to anyone, he will inevitably lack independent judgment after ruling in the future, and it is easy to be confused by the slanderous words of villains.

"I think that with time, Your Majesty will definitely be able to become the Emperor of the Ages who surpasses my emperors of the Great Song Dynasty!" Deng Guangjian looked up at the dark clouds rolling in the sky and said with emotion.

"That's nature, Your Majesty's qualifications, rare in the world. God bless me with my great song! Lu Xiufu didn't hear the regret in Deng Guang's words, and happily agreed.

"But Lord Lu, do you have a way to let Your Majesty escape from the heavens?" Deng Guangjian walked up to Lu Xiufu and asked loudly.

Lu Xiufu was stunned for a moment, the sound of wind and rain around him seemed to suddenly worsen, and the raindrops the size of beans fell down, smashing out a strong splash under his feet.

Among the ten thousand splashes, Lu Xiufu replied calmly: "Do your best, just settle the destiny." I believe that the sky will never stop my great song! ”

"If the Tartars attack the island, what will happen to you?" Deng Guangjian's face turned pale and asked loudly. He couldn't understand Lu Xiufu's poetic thoughts. It is clear that it is a dead end in front of them, and everyone thinks that Prime Minister Lu Cheng is so calm that there must be a good way out of the predicament, and he refuses to say it until the last moment. Who would have thought that he was just resigned to the fate of heaven.

"If the Tartars go to the island, Lu can only persuade Long Live to die in the community and protect my dignity in China. But before going to the island, Lu still has to stick to the righteousness of the monarch and the minister, and not mess up the due order because of the urgency of the situation! Lu Xiufu replied calmly, as if he was talking about a very ordinary thing.

"Boom!" There was a sudden thunderclap on the flat ground, and there was no lightning, but dozens of soldiers quickly crossed the official road in front of the palace and ran north.

"Stop, there is a commotion in front of the palace, what kind of system!" Lu Xiufu was very dissatisfied and shouted at the leader.

"The defenders of Xiangshan Island surrendered, and Lord Yang Yuanli, the head of the household department, gave all the baggage and grain and grass on the island as a gift to the Tartars! The north shore of Yashan is in an emergency! The general who led the team shouted loudly regardless of Lu Xiufu's identity.

"Yang Yuanli?" Deng Guangjian's eyes were dark, and he almost fell to the ground. Yashan Island is small and can't put too much baggage. The waterway between the nearby Xiangshan Island and Yashan is very narrow, and there are islands blocking the open sea, and the waves are not as huge as the outside world. Therefore, Xiangshan Island was used as a place for hoarding materials for the dynasty. Cloth, silver taels, and gunpowder, most of which were hoarded there. It is in charge of the Empress Dowager Yang's brother, Yang Yuanli, the head of the household department. No one could have imagined that at the critical moment, Lord Hubu Shangshu actually gave the treasury as a gift to Zhang Hongfan.

"I see!" Lu Xiufu's heart suddenly brightened, as if in the dark, he suddenly saw a lamp, and understood the ins and outs of the recent strange things.

He and Zhang Shijie reorganized their troops and horses, but they encountered many obstacles from the Guoqi group. Knowing that the murderer who framed the first emperor must have been among Zhai Guoxiu and Wang Anshi, he couldn't clean them up with a heavy hand. With the assistance of Wen Tianxiang, he finally bought Yang Liangjie with a lot of money, so that he would no longer obstruct the whole army, and Yang Yuanli, who was in charge of money and food, jumped out again to stand up for the heroes.

Lu Xiufu originally thought that the emperor's relatives were like this because they were worried that Zhang Shijie would monopolize the military power and pose a threat to the dictatorship of the ministers. So he also made some concessions and reserved some power for a few Haoqiang.

Who would have thought that among the emperor's relatives and relatives, someone had already abandoned the Great Song Dynasty.

Sun Anpu traveled thousands of miles to defect to the imperial court, and he couldn't tell his whereabouts in the past few years, Su Liu wanted to kill him, but was stopped by Yang Yuanli. As a result, when Zhai Guoxiu and others surrendered to the enemy, the only Wenchen who participated in it was Sun Anpu, who was sent to escort military rations.

Zhang Shijie secretly returned to the army to rescue the imperial court, but Li Heng reacted quickly as if he had expected it a long time ago. Cooperate with Zhang Hongfan to surround the Jianghuai army on the way.

Everyone suspected that there was a traitor in the court, but they didn't expect that the traitor was Yang Yuanli, who was in a high position, the brother of the Queen Mother. Thinking about Yang Liangjie, who behaved abnormally, and then thinking about Yang Yuanrang, who was in charge of defending Doumen, Lu Xiufu's face was dripping with cold sweat.

"Lord Yang Liangjie, Lord Yang Yuanrang, which of you has seen it!" In the wind and rain, Lu Xiufu grabbed a man in a general's uniform and asked loudly.

"Lord Yang Liangjie went out to sea by boat and attacked Xiangshan Island. The last general will come to the palace in person and report to Lord Lu! ”

Diagonally opposite, a stumbling colonel shouted. "Lord Yang said that if he can't come back, please ask Lord Lu and the Queen Mother to board the ship, and would rather die in the sea than be trapped on the island!"

Lu Xiufu's consciousness was slightly sober, and he immediately understood the meaning of Yang Liangjie's words. Once Xiangshan is lost, the waterway between Da and Xiao Xiong Zhou and Yashan will be cut off at any time. As soon as the two continents are gone, Yashan no longer has a peripheral barrier. Instead of sitting and waiting to die, it is better to follow the advice of the old general Yu Ruqi before his death and take the risk of testing the warship's ability to resist waves.

"Report to the Prime Minister, Yang Yuanrang..."Another soldier emerged from the wind and rain and fell to his knees in the mud.

"What's wrong with Yang Yuanrang, tell me quickly!" Lu Xiufu picked up the soldier and asked loudly.

"Yang Yuanrang heard that Yang Yuanli had defected to the enemy, saying that the Yang family was ashamed of the country and apologized for his crimes!" The soldiers, who were as wet as they had been fished out of water, choked up and reported.

"Oh my God!" Lu Xiufu let go of the soldier's arm, looked up to the sky and shouted: "God, do you really want to kill my Great Song?" ”

"God, are you really, really, going to kill my Great Song?" A voice vibrates back and forth between the high rocks to the south.

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