"Sure? Messages can't be wrong? The Jurchens are ...... forbidden in the middle of the forbidden, the right servant of Shangshu shot and the servant of Zhongshu, and he Li was full of worry and hurried steps.

Xu Shao walked side by side with him, and his brows were also tightly locked: "It's true, the notice of high rebellion has been pasted all over the land between the two prefectures of Zhending River, and sent people everywhere to recruit rebellion, his ambition is not small." ”

He Li stopped saying nothing after listening, and Xu Shao and Xu Shao quickened their pace. The palace attendants in the forbidden palace were surprised to see that the two rulers of the court were in such a hurry. didn't go to Zhongshu Province, but chased Li Gang from behind, and asked as soon as he looked at him, is it really fake? After receiving an affirmative reply, the old minister was indignant and went to the government hall together.

Although the detailed discussion department has been in an uproar recently, it does not even have a fixed office space, but it is just to set up a place in an attic next to the political affairs hall, set up a few rows of seats, and the furnishings are so simple that even the flower hall of a five-rank official in the court is more luxurious than it. But all the major policies that have been introduced recently have been agreed here, so no one dares to underestimate them.

After the three of them entered, Geng Nanzhong, Huang Qianshan and others had already arrived first, and they didn't say hello, and all the important ministers sat down, waiting for the emperor to arrive. Not long after, with the shouting of the waiter, Zhao Huan hurriedly entered, and asked before he could take his seat: "Xu Qing, what you played is conclusive evidence?" ”

"Back to Your Majesty, I am sure of it." Xu Shao got up and replied.

Zhao Huan sat straight on the high position, and the ministers paid homage according to the courtesy, but the official family seemed to be very anxious, and beckoned: "All sit, if you don't discuss it today, you will discuss countermeasures for this matter." Xu Qing, tell the ministers in detail. ”

After Xu Shao received the order, he said in a deep voice: "The cardinal government received a report from Hebei, and the original Xijing stayed in Gao against the world, and was appointed by Wu Qimai, the emperor of the Jin State, as the pacification envoy of Hebei East Road, Zhizhen Dingfu, and the head of the horse and infantry army of all roads. In addition, a group of surrendered Hanchen were also appointed as governors, counties, and governors...... It can be said that a set of administrative and military organs has been initially formed. ”

There was an uproar in the hall! We are discussing how to deal with the two rivers here, and the Jurchens actually took the lead and appointed the traitor master of ceremonies to administer! What are they trying to do? Strategically occupied? Take this as the front line and move forward step by step? Or do you want us to recover Hebei?

Zhao Huan put one hand on the desk, tightened and tightened, stared at the ground blankly, and asked for a long time: "What do you think the Jurchens mean?" ”

When the words were asked, there was no movement in the detailed division for a long time. Now the situation is difficult to judge, in the past, the Jurchens completely took the initiative, came as they wanted, and went as they wanted. But this time, they were forced back all the way, and they were purely driven back all the way, and it is unknown whether the other party will change their strategy against Song. Therefore, Gao Shiyou's move seems a little weird.

He Li saw that all his colleagues did not speak, and as the chief officer of the detailed discussion department, He Li got up and said: "Your Majesty, in the humble opinion of the ministers, this move of the Jin people can be regarded as a harbinger of a change of strategy. ”

"Oh? He Qing spoke in detail. Zhao Huan moved his body and hurriedly asked.

"Your Majesty, imagine that the Jurchens have proposed several times that I should cede the three towns of Taiyuan, Zhending, and Hejian, which are important places and are known as important towns. Although the gold thief has retreated, I will not be able to regain control of the two rivers in the short term. The other party may have taken a fancy to this, first occupied the Zhending River, and then looked at Hebei, and the ultimate goal was probably to eat the two rivers. After He Li finished speaking, among the ministers, there were not a few people who held the same view, and they seconded the proposal.

Zhao Huan also thought so, it seems that after the Jurchens invaded the south twice, they also understood that they couldn't eat this meal, so they changed their strategy, first occupied the two rivers, and then mapped the Central Plains. Looking around at the subordinate workers, he saw that the privy envoy Xu Shao was silent, so he asked, "Xu Qing, what is your opinion on this matter?" ”

Xu Shao probably thought about something, but he didn't hear it, the emperor called again, and he quickly got up and said, "Your Majesty forgives you." ”

"This group of important ministers all expressed their opinions, Xu Qing was in charge of the cardinal's mansion, why didn't he say a word?" Zhao Huan asked.

Xu Shaowei sighed without a sigh: "Your Majesty, the minister is thinking, what is the view of the prime minister is to the point. But why did the Jurchens use traitors to provoke their heads? To tell the truth, now that the two rivers are no longer under control, why did the Jurchens monopolize the Zhending River? ”

Geng Nanzhong, who was sitting tall with his sleeves folded and straight, heard this, glanced at him, and said, "Isn't this obvious? The Jurchens started in the mountains and forests, and rushing and fighting are their strengths, but how can this master of ceremonies and manage the place be learned in a while? Gao Cheng and other seniors, who were originally local officials of our dynasty, knew all about institutional construction and division of functions, and the Jurchens wanted to get twice the result with half the effort with this point. ”

Xu Shao didn't look at him, and chuckled: "Then let me ask Geng Xiang, since the Khitan alliance was formed in the Yuanyuan, no matter politics, military, etiquette, and weathering, they all learned from the Southern Dynasty, after the fall of the Liao State, there were countless descendants, why don't the Jurchens use the Khitans?" ”

Geng Nanzhong laughed, raised his head and said to the sky: "That's simpler, the land of the two rivers has been thought to be fierce since ancient times, but now the rebels in the territory are swarming, and it is extremely difficult to clean up." If the Jurchens take care of it themselves, they will definitely provoke fierce resistance, and using Nanchen is just to hide people's eyes and ears and confuse people's hearts. ”

After listening to Geng Nanzhong's words, all the ministers believed that although this person had always been peaceful, and there was no one in his eyes, he was arrogant and domineering, but this view was still quite insightful. Obviously, the Jin State is ruling the south in a vain attempt to gain a foothold in Hebei.

Zhao Huan cast a look of approval, nodded and said: "In one word, in one word, the ambition of the golden man and wolf." ”

The ministers, who had always been the only one who looked forward to Geng Nan Dumas, spoke one after another at this time, saying that Geng Xiang was far-sighted and saw through the Jurchens at a glance to harbor evil intentions.

When Zhao Huan was about to order the ministers to discuss countermeasures, he suddenly saw a person smiling and silent, with a look of disdain on his face, it was the privy deputy envoy Zhi Yanqing. Suspicious, he asked, "Why is Zhonggu laughing?" ”

Zhi Yanzhi stood out in the detailed discussion division composed of a group of old ministers, and his young and handsome face was very eye-catching in this hall, and when he saw the official asking, he stood up and replied: "Your Majesty forgives the sin, the minister is laughing at the Jurchens for playing a bad move." ”

What a havoc boy! How many days have you been in the center? Dare to say such big things? For a while, the ministers exchanged glances in twos and threes, and they all had the heart to see what kind of crazy words this Zhe Zhonggu was going to make.

Zhao Huan pulled Zheyan with one hand, so that he was already ranked as the ruler at a young age, and it is not difficult to see that he has high hopes for him. At this time, he kindly asked, "Oh? Why did Zhonggu say this? ”

Zhi Yanzhi first arched his hand towards He Li and praised: "He Xiang's words can be described as hitting the nail on the head. Geng Xiang's view is not unreasonable. However, in Yichen's opinion, the Jurchens had another purpose. Ministers, the Jurchens also understood at this time that wanting to swallow the world in one fell swoop was tantamount to a fool's dream. Since the whale can't swallow it, it will eat it. As Geng Xiang said, the people of the two rivers are fierce and swear not to give in. If the Jin State wants to gain a firm foothold and hide people's eyes, it is indeed a way to use our traitors. But the high rebels and other generations are treasonous, and the world knows that if the Jin people use them as subordinates, what is the difference between covering their ears and stealing bells? Therefore, the minister judged that Gao Wei was the military and political chief of the Hebei East Road, which was only the first step, and the Jin people still had a follow-up move. ”

A word shocking to the four! What surprised me was not only the insight of Zheyan, but also the ambition of the Jurchens! Are they trying to ...... Zhao Huan obviously understood the meaning of Zhe Zhong's ancient words, and said with a sudden change of color: "The golden thief dares to do this!" ”

"Your Majesty is angry, Zhong Gu said that this is a stinky move, there must be a reason, you might as well listen to it first." Xu Shao glanced at Orihiko and said loudly.

Zhao Huan was still angry, and said angrily: "If he can capture this rebel in the future, he will be cut in the city!" ...... with Guo Zhi" At this point, he suddenly thought that Guo Yaoshi, who was escorted back by Xu Jiu, had not yet dealt with it, so he asked Yu Zhongchen, and the reply he received said, "Shut it up, and wait for His Majesty to send it."

"Kill! If this thief is not killed, it is not enough to be angry! Three days later, Ming Zhengzheng was sentenced, and the head of the owl was shown to the public! Zhao Huan gritted his teeth.

In early April, Tokyo began to reorganize its troops in Beijing. Chang Jiejun re-established the number and collected the Ma Bu army, totaling more than 30,000. As we all know, Chang Jie is an elite created by Tong Guan in the past, after the fall of Tong Guan, Chang Jie's army became a handless army, was broken up, and was subordinated to Yao Pingzhong, Xu Wei, Xu Yuan, Xu Sheng and other generals. Now that it has re-formed an army, it has attracted the attention of all parties, and several generals are secretly competing with each other about who will lead it.

It is rumored that Yao Pingzhong was the first to be interested. Although this guy did not make a special distinction in this anti-gold battle, Zhao Huan looked down on him and promoted him to "Chengxuan Envoy", which can be regarded as "Reserve Temperance Envoy". After the war, Yao Xiyan was so depressed that he couldn't do it, and when he had elite soldiers and strong generals in his hands, he listened to the villain's words and failed to make contributions. When the Xu brothers withdrew Changjie's elite, he led a group of Hebei rotten troops to surround Huazhou and wanted to make contributions, but he was unable to return to the sky. Now the rebuilding of the Changjie Army is an opportunity.

Secondly, Liu Yanqing, who was demoted because of the defeat in the attack on Liao, because of his son Liu Guangshi's contribution to leading the Western Army into Beijing Qinwang, is now reinstated as the deputy commander of the Ma Army, and also intends to take charge of the Changjie Army.

To the surprise of these two families, most of the important ministers in the court and the central government recommended Xu Jiu. It was suggested that Xu Jiu be promoted to the Marquis of Yu, the former capital of the palace, and command the Changjie army to defend Gyeonggi. He also said that Xu Jiu is loyal and brave, calm and calm when it comes to major events, and dares to do things that others dare not do. Around the official family, such young talents are needed.

Zhao Huan was overjoyed and was in the middle of it, so he wanted to order the division to make an appointment. But at this time, someone jumped out and sang the opposite. And this person is actually Xu Wei's own uncle, Prime Minister Xu Shao!

On this day, in order to commend the meritorious officials who fought against Jin, the emperor led the civil and military officials to Yujin Garden to shoot and hunt. Yao Pingzhong, Liu Guangshi, He Ji, Zhang Bofen, Zhang Zhongxiong and other young military ministers worked hard to show off, each showing their martial arts, seeing that Zhao Huan was in a good mood, and said to the ministers on the left and right, there are no generals in the court, this generation is a tiger, and he should be in a handsome position in the future.

Geng Nanzhong said in a timely manner, if you talk about tigers, Xu Jiu Purple Mountain became famous in a battle, and both sides of the river are called "Purple Golden Tigers", why not order Xu Jiulu to show his hand? Zhao Huan obeyed his words and ordered Xu Wei to shoot.

Unexpectedly, Xu Wei deduced that he was not good at riding and shooting, which made Geng Nanzhong angry and accused him of bullying the king. Zhao Huan didn't take it to heart, and he didn't force it at all.

In the middle of the hunting, the official family rode a royal horse, led three or five internal servants, and only ordered Xu Shao to accompany him, and played in Yujin Garden, away from the team.

The Great Song Dynasty was established by Emperor Taizu Chen Qiao's mutiny, and although the ancestors of the Zhao family were born as military ministers, the kings of all dynasties since then have abided by the ancestral family law of "promoting literature and suppressing martial arts". Therefore, there are many poems and books, erudite and talented emperors, and even Zhao Ji, a genius who is unique in calligraphy and painting. There is no emperor who is good at riding and shooting, and is good at martial arts.

However, Zhao Huan not only came to shoot today, but even dressed in military uniform, thinking of him opening a "detailed discussion department" and discussing the ancestral family law with great fanfare, what this new monarch wants to do, it is very incomprehensible.

"Xu Qing." Walking to one place, the scenery is quite beautiful, Zhao Huan grabbed the reins, thinking that the armor on his body was not light, and he had an uncomfortable energy.

"The minister is here." Xu Shaowuchen was born, and hunting was a piece of cake for him.

"You're Xu Ziang's own uncle, right?" Zhao Huan asked this strangely, who in the Manchu Dynasty didn't know that Xu Zhang, the father of Xu Wei, and Xu Shao were siblings born to the same mother, what is he not Xu Wei's uncle?

Xu Shaoying was, Zhao Huan turned his head and looked at him with a smile: "Then I don't understand, people in this world are officials, of course, to serve the country, but the purpose of sealing a wife and a son." Who doesn't expect a future for their descendants? Xu Wei is your own nephew, why did Aiqing block his future several times? ”

Xu Shao knew that two days ago, the official family almost ordered the secretary to issue an appointment to promote Lao Jiu to be the marquis of Yu in front of the palace, but he couldn't admonish himself. The Son of Heaven is asking a difficult question.

In fact, who doesn't want their sons and nephews to be high-ranking and dignitary? If Lao Jiu becomes the Marquis of Yu before going to the palace, he will become the marshal of the palace sooner or later, what kind of glory is that? But as soon as he came, Lao Jiu didn't want to stay in Tokyo. Second, I also understand that Tokyo is not a good place to make a contribution.

There is another point, I am afraid that Lao Jiu will not think of it, and even the civil and military forces of the Manchu Dynasty have not expected it now. That is, a storm is about to unfold in Tokyo, the "civil and military dispute". This is by no means alarmist! The Jin army fought twice, exposing the flaws of the Great Song Dynasty's system, to put it bluntly, that is, the army's combat effectiveness was low, the command was not smooth, and the civil ministers commanded the troops and delayed the fighters. I believe the emperor also saw this clearly.

Therefore, there is a "detailed discussion division" to discuss the ancestral family law, and even today's Yujin Garden hunting, all of which have a purpose. The official family wants to change, or rather, to change the national policy of "promoting literature and suppressing the military", but how easy is this to say? The writing of strong and weak literature has lasted for more than 100 years in the Great Song Dynasty, and it has long been deeply rooted and deeply rooted in the hearts of the people. Even if the official family has this intention, it is no match for the crowd, and Wenchen vows to rebound fiercely! A few days ago, the Jurchens were about to fight under the city of Tokyo, and you appointed military ministers, and people didn't say anything. Now that the battle is over, it is time to fly all the birds and hide the bow. Some people are already holding back their strength and are ready to attack. If you still touch their sore spot at this time, the consequences can be imagined.

Besides, the character of our Great Song Emperor is like water, and he will change his course whenever he encounters obstacles. Even if he loves the young military minister he has single-handedly promoted, when the huge pressure of the civilian official group converges into a torrent, I am afraid that he will also cut his love, right?

It's not a boast, this time he was able to repel the Jin soldiers, and Lao Jiu's contribution is really not small. If he is promoted to the head of the palace, then some deacons who don't like him will be the first to cut him down. Instead of this, it is better to leave the dynasty and avoid disaster! So, where is the best place to go? Naturally, it is Shaanxi where Xu Da and Xu Si are located!

"Your Majesty, with all due respect, it is not the minister who is blocking Xu Wei's future. It's just that this nephew is young and has shallow qualifications, how can he serve the public? As an uncle, the minister naturally hopes that Xu Jiu can make some achievements, but he is afraid that he will not be able to achieve it quickly. Young people have high spirits, and if it is smooth sailing, it will encourage their arrogance. In this way, it is contrary to His Majesty's original intention and is not conducive to him. Although Xu Shao's words were pretextual, they were high-sounding and irrefutable. The imperial court wants to promote Xu Wei, as an uncle, he tried his best to stop it, except to say that he is selfless, what else can he say?

Zhao Huan listened, was speechless for a long time, and sighed for a long time: "Having said that, in extraordinary times, with extraordinary means, you can't always be conservative, you have to be expedient." This remark is not only for Xu Wei, but also for the recent mood of the Great Song Tianzi.

Xu Shao said, "Could it be that Your Majesty forgot?" The imperial court has issued a clear decree that those who do not have side merit shall not be the chief of the three ya. His Majesty loves Xu Wei, and the ministers are not very grateful, but please give priority to your Majesty's state affairs. ”

How could Zhao Huan not remember the edict he personally ordered? A military minister who has not made military exploits at the border pass cannot be the chief of the three ya. But the rules are dead, people are alive, Xu Wei has never fought on the side, but in the two battles against Jin, people have fought bravely and won many awards, are they still not worthy of the side merit?

said this to Xu Shao, but the latter could always find a reason to object. Later, Zhao Huan was anxious, and said dissatisfied: "The generals will return to Shaanxi to prepare for changes in the two rivers." Tokyo must always have a capable general to preside over the military, you say that Xu Wei can't succeed, then recommend a suitable candidate for me? ”

Xu Shao thought for a moment and replied, "Yao Pingzhong." ”

Zhao Huan was stunned at first, and then smiled: "It's strange, I know that Yao Xiyan and Xu Ziang don't get along, why do you, Xu Wei's uncle, still recommend Yao Xiyan?" ”

"Your Majesty just asked the ministers who were suitable, and didn't ask the ministers who were at odds with Xu Wei." Xu Shao also smiled.

Zhao Huan praised when he heard this: "The cardinal minister is fair and selfless, and he should be a model for the ministers." ”

Xu Shao said a few words modestly, and Zhao Huan became more and more pleased. After a while, he asked, "Since Aiqing insists, I will consider your proposal." It's just that what arrangement does Xu Wei make? His merits are placed there, and if they are not properly placed, will they not chill the hearts of loyal subjects? ”

Xu Shao listened to his loose tone, and he was secretly happy in his heart, but he still didn't show anything on the surface. After thinking for a moment, he replied, "Except for Tokyo, there are many places where military ministers are used. Xu Wei also needs to be trained, so it's better to let him go outside, and it's not too late to use it after a few years of polishing. ”

Zhao Huan nodded slightly, and suddenly said: "Then how about I give him a Zhizhou, and then a deputy commander of soldiers and horses?" ”

Xu Shao waved his hand again and again: "It's too much!" Your Majesty, how long has Xu Wei been in the office? If so, then it really chills the hearts of loyal ministers. Besides, he can barely lead troops, and the administrative place has no experience, so it is good not to spoil His Majesty's major affairs. ”

Zhao Huan smiled when he heard this: "Alas, the cardinal minister avoids honor and favor for his nephew, and if he is honest, he will be honest, but he may not be fair." Well, I already have a claim. ”