Wu Yuan's rebellion was originally impossible to succeed.

First, he did not revolt, but took advantage of the famine to launch a riot, and there was no support from the people and financial resources.

Second, he was also lucky, caught up with the mediocrity of the Son of Heaven and the weakening of the imperial power, so he attacked the capital, even if he really killed the Son of Heaven, then he would definitely die next.

You know, under the rule of the empire, there are other princes and small countries, just like the Warring States period, the situation is complicated, and the armies of the countries have not moved.

And with the beheading of the thief, the rebellion in various places has also come to an end, and the next thing has become much simpler.

On the one hand, Shang Rui began to order Xiao Yuan and Zhong Bai to make every effort to recover the lost property in the palace, and on the other hand, good news from all over the country came frequently, and many local armed forces began to flock to the capital.

Shangling.

At this time, the news of Wu Yuan's extermination had already come, the group of thieves was leaderless, and the Shangling rebels had already been in turmoil, but Yu Anmin still did not dare to enter easily after the last defeat.

In the city, the chief general of the Shangling rebel army was gathering his subordinates to discuss, and someone said: "Now that General Wu is dead, brothers from all walks of life, most of them have been defeated, and we should also think about the way back." ”

Another humanitarian: "Although the Anyang army is not to be afraid, if we continue to occupy Shangling, it will not be long before we are afraid that it will attract the siege of other armies, and at that time, there will be only a dead end." ”

"Or, surrender to Anyang?" It was also suggested.

They said that the rebel generals understood that he had no choice but to do anything about the general trend, but after a pause, he said:

"No! We have killed too many people, even if we surrender, I am afraid that we will not end well, for the sake of today, it is better to go up the mountain and become bandits! ”

Hearing this, people looked at each other, and then someone said, "Good! Everything listen to the big brother! ”

The rebellion in various places has been successful, the power of the thief army no longer exists, and the Shangling rebels have no choice, and it is impossible to continue to occupy this place and wait for death, in order to survive, they can only retreat to the second.

But this made Yu Anmin pick up a big bargain, and the latter was even more ashamed in the report, lying about how he annihilated the enemy army.

With the recovery of Shangling, after several months, the rebellion was finally put down, and the armed forces from all over the country gathered in the imperial capital and stationed outside the city.

Because next, it's time to confer the conferment.

But behind this conferral of titles, there are too many court games and factions.

Most of the leaders of these local counter-rebellions have roots, that is to say, they are either officials, local generals, or wealthy and powerful people, and they have many connections and backers in the court.

But there are only so many important official positions, is it really about meritorious deeds? How could it be under the rotten regime of that time!

It can be said that since the armed entry into the capital from all over the world, these days, those ministers of the DPRK and the central government have also received the most gifts for a few days, and they can see the local leaders who come to pay their respects when they go to any minister's mansion.

Some people, in order to be knighted in this peaceful turmoil, have scattered all their family wealth.

Some people use their connections to do their best.

Yu Anmin was the county guard of Anyang before, a local magistrate, he was in the court, how could he not have a backer, after entering the capital, the first place he went to was the Prime Minister's Mansion.

If it is true, he can be regarded as Dong Hua's protégé, and when he learned of his arrival, the latter invited him into the living room, and after ordering someone to serve tea, he also said with a smile:

"Lord Yu, this time to quell the chaos, you Anyang also contributed a lot, successively recovered Fengcheng and Shangling, at that time, will be awarded by His Majesty, in the official career, Lord Yu will also go to the next level, you can rest assured, the appearance here, will be good for you."

"Ah, thank you for your support." Yu Anmin first said a word, and then couldn't help asking: "I just don't know, Xiao Yuan's side, what is the plan of the imperial court?" ”

The reason why he is like this is because he understands that Xiao Yuan can't be allowed to gain power, otherwise, he may not have a good time in the future.

Dong Hua didn't care, and said casually: "Before, Your Majesty summoned me and other ministers to discuss the matter of conferring the title, and Xiao Yuan should be appointed as General Wuwei." ”

"What!?" Yu Anmin was taken aback when he heard this.

General Du Wuwei, the grade is not very high, but it is only a third grade, but he is already a Beijing official and has great power.

If calculated according to merit, it is absolutely no problem for Xiao Yuan to grant this official position, but this is not what Yu Anmin wants to see.

He swallowed his saliva first, and then said: "Teacher, General Du Wuwei, is not a false official, if this official position falls into the hands of others, it will have a certain impact on the situation in the court." ”

"And what do you mean?" Dong Hua raised his eyebrows and glanced at him.

Yu Anmin organized the language and said: "If this position is performed by my son, it will also be beneficial to the teacher, and the teacher should know this." ”

They are one family, Dong Hua naturally understood what he meant, but he said: "I understand, but Yu Ze's military achievements are not enough, and I can't advise him, Xiao Yuan not only saved the holy driver, but also pacified the capital and exterminated the thief leader, these credits cannot be erased." ”

"But this ......" Yu Anmin was anxious, and he immediately changed his statement: "Even if Ze'er is not qualified to be the general of Du Wuwei, then this position must not fall into the hands of Xiao Yuan, did the teacher forget, before Xiao Yuan, but Lu Bolin's subordinates, after this rebellion, Lu Bolin will be appointed as a captain, at that time, Du Wuwei will fall into the Lu family again, and above the court, Lu Bolin will have to fight against the teacher." ”

As he spoke, he said: "Xiao Yuan is just a commoner, and a word from his teacher in front of His Majesty can determine his future." ”

"Hiss......" Hearing this, Dong Hua couldn't help but take a breath, then frowned, and muttered: "Yes, you reminded you very much......

But where is Xiao Yuan's person Lu Bolin.

On the other side, the General's Palace.

Lu Bolin has returned to the dynasty after the chaos, and there is no doubt that he is also discussing the matter of conferring the title with others at this time.

He was the first to speak: "This time to quell the chaos and confer official positions, there has been specific news. ”

When his subordinate Deng Qing heard this, he hurriedly asked, "Lu Shuai may be appointed as a lieutenant?" ”

"This shouldn't be a problem."

"That'...... What about General Du Wuwei? Deng Qing asked again, because this official position is too important!

"It fell on Xiao Yuan's head."

Xiao ...... Xiao Yuan? Deng Qing's eyes widened at first, and then hurriedly said: "This, this is not good, Lu Shuai, this position, no matter what, can not be allowed to Xiao Yuan, Lu Shuai, don't forget, his Liucheng garrison, from top to bottom, is mostly his henchmen, and he has long been dissatisfied with Lu Shuai......

General Du Wuwei, this official position, there are many people with their eyes on it!

Even if there is no Dong Hua and Lu Bolin, there will definitely be changes.

Xiao Yuan has no family background and no backer, no matter how great the credit is, but as a civilian, this position is destined to have nothing to do with him.