Chapter 188: Fire and Water
Kong Sheng's words were generous, and Zhang Xun was speechless, although he was emotional for a while, but his lips trembled and he couldn't speak.
Everyone knows that Kong Sheng has played some excuses, Zhang Kui and Li Ding's ambush of Nie Chuchen halfway must be based on lust and revenge, as for the traitor, it is a bit exaggerated.
But even though he knew that Kong Sheng "used the topic to play", he couldn't refute his words. Kong Sheng took every step of the way, and buttoned up this hat of shocking felony to Zhang Kui and Li Ding, not to mention Zhang Xun, even if it was in front of King Li Ju, he couldn't easily overturn the case.
Just kidding, before the current grim counterinsurgency situation, the most taboo thing for the imperial court is treason. A faint smile floated on the corner of Xu Yuan's mouth, and he said in his heart that although this Kong Sheng person is young, but the city government is deep and sharp, such an amazing eloquence, Zhang Xun was actually trapped by his three or two sentences, and there was no way to retreat.
Xu Yuan knew very well in his heart that even if this kind of suspicion was just a suspicion, he had to retreat and not get contaminated. If Kong Sheng is allowed to play a book, Zhang Xun and his subordinates will inevitably be unable to eat and walk around. Especially Zhang Xun, a Qing minister whose reputation is more important than life, will avoid this kind of dirty water.
Zhang Kui is dead. Xu Yuan suddenly felt extremely happy in his heart, and this kind of pleasure with complex emotions made him feel a little embarrassed.
He transferred the military and political power of Suiyang to Zhang Xun for the sake of the overall situation of fighting thieves. To this day, he must admit that without Zhang Xun and these generals under his command, Suiyang would not have been able to defend to this day, and it would have fallen into the hands of the enemy long ago. But as time went by, Zhang Xun became more and more rigid and self-serving. These generals under him are also becoming more and more arrogant. Although the essence and the goal of fighting thieves have not changed. But behind the scenes, those "flaws that do not hide Yu" in Zhang Xun's mouth, such as stealing chickens and dogs, bullying the people, and robbing people's daughters, are becoming more and more endless.
Xu Yuan once repeatedly suggested to Zhang Xun that military discipline should be cleaned up and those black sheep should be cleaned out. However, Zhang Xun disagreed, believing that "flaws are not concealed", and the current main thing is to resist thieves and defend the city, and the morale of the army should not be disturbed because of the "small section".
Of course, there is nothing wrong with Zhang Xun's words. But the crux of the matter is that his disregard for such "subsections" amounts to a disguised connivance. After a long time, the generals of the subordinate department developed a lawless and arrogant character, and there was only Zhang Xun in his eyes, which made Suiyang unite against thieves on the surface and become a miasma behind his back.
The Fang Tian painting halberd in Kong Sheng's hand was inserted into the ground and slowly walked towards Zhang Xun.
His momentum gradually rose as he walked step by step, and the murderous intent in his eyes became more and more intense. Don't talk about Zhang Xun, even those generals under Zhang Xun's command can see that Kong Sheng has the idea of killing Zhang Kui and the others, this time. If Zhang Xun refused to convict him on the spot, he would definitely not give up.
And the more than 100 Mo knife soldiers under Kong Sheng's command also held Mo knives. Secretly formed a formation to the outside, with a solemn expression.
A trace of wordless anger flashed in Zhang Xun's eyes. But Kong Sheng stood on the righteousness of justice this time, and punished his heart every word, if he insisted, he would be suspected of covering up favoritism, after all, Zhang Kui was not only his subordinates but also his relatives.
Kong Sheng walked closer and inserted Fang Tian's halberd into the ground with a snort, and his feet were paved with hard bluestone bricks, but Fang Tian's halberd pierced into the ground like a piece of soft tofu, and the Suiyang genus around him was shocked!
Lei Wanchun and Nan Jiyun subconsciously stepped forward with their swords and guarded in front of Zhang Xun.
Kong Sheng bowed to Zhang Xun, and his voice was condensed: "Please Lord Zhongcheng enforce the law impartially, and discipline and reassure the people!" ”
Zhang Xun's face was gloomy, his thick eyebrows raised, he raised his head and stared at Kong Sheng, his breathing became a little heavy.
After Kong Sheng finished saluting, his eyes were clear and fearless to look back at Zhang Xun, ignoring the anger in his eyes.
The two looked at each other, and the atmosphere in the arena became dull and solemn. The sergeants on both sides were vigilant and prepared for all kinds of battles.
Long.
Zhang Xun suddenly turned his back and waved his hand, and the cold voice gradually spread in the cold wind: "Zhang Kui and Li Ding are rebellious, the crime cannot be punished, and they should be killed according to the law!" Nanba, these two people and fifteen people from the thief department were taken down together, and they were killed in public outside the city, and their heads were hung in the city for three days, which was disciplined and calmed the hearts of the people! ”
As soon as Zhang Xun said this, the generals present became noisy, and several emotions became very excited. Zhang Xun glared at the audience angrily, and said word by word: "If you dare to make trouble again, you will be guilty of the same crime as Zhang Kui and Li Ding, and you will be killed!" ”
Zhang Xun brushed his sleeves and left.
The curved faces of the subordinate department looked at each other, and looked up at Kong Sheng angrily. Kong Sheng smiled coldly, pulled out the Fang Tian painting halberd on the ground to resist on his shoulder, and shouted loudly: "Lord Zhongcheng has an order, if anyone dares to make trouble, he will not be spared!" Li Biao and Li Hu helped General Nanba take down Zhang Kui and Li Ding, and escorted them outside the city to be beheaded for public display! ”
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Zhang Xun was forced to kill more than ten people including Zhang Kui and Li Ding under the pressure of Kong Sheng, and also hung the city for three days, which set off shocking waves in Suiyang City. Everyone understands that after this incident, Kong Sheng and Zhang Xun's faction have formed a deep hatred, and they are already secretly incompatible.
Zhang Xun's subordinates were indignant and ready to move, but they were all suppressed by Zhang Xun. If it weren't for Zhang Xun's suppression, I'm afraid that there would be an endless stream of people who came to the door to provoke Kong Sheng, triggering a bloody conflict between the two sides.
Regarding Kong Sheng's unusually strong style, Lei Wanchun and Nan Jiyun have a lot of complaints in their hearts. Although the two of them also saw that Zhang Kui and these people were not pleasing to the eye, and they also knew that some things they had done too much, but in the current situation, in Suiyang, the military and political army was in the hands of Zhang Xun alone, Kong Sheng forced Zhang Xun to make concessions so repeatedly, undoubtedly pushing himself to the edge of a dangerous cliff.
In the eyes of the two, Kong Sheng will not be able to move an inch in Suiyang in the future, and he will be resisted and suppressed by Zhang Xun and everyone under his command everywhere. If there is a war, Kong Sheng and the more than 100 people under him will definitely become cannon fodder to be sacrificed.
Kong Sheng actually knows better than anyone else about this consequence. But in any case, Zhang Kui and Li Ding dared to attack Nie Chuchen, which had touched his final bottom line. If he reluctantly retreats, it will undoubtedly make some people more aggressive, and it will be difficult to gain a foothold in Suiyang in the end.
Nie Chuchen was only slightly injured, but her mount died tragically under the knife of Zhang Kui's soldiers. This made her heart cramp like a knife when she thought about it. Including Nie Chuchen. didn't expect Kong Sheng to persevere to the end. For the sake of himself, he did not hesitate to make a feud with Zhang Xun and turn his face.
Thinking of Kong Sheng's unyielding unyielding courage in risking his life today and going out to seek justice for himself, Nie Chuchen's heart was filled with a tenderness and sweetness that he had never felt before, and his gaze when he looked at Kong Sheng again became extremely gentle.
She clasped her hands in front of her chest and looked at Kong Sheng, her eyes were clear, and her voice was a little soft: "Kong Sheng, I will leave Suiyang today - but in this situation, Zhang Xun's people regard you as an enemy of life and death." I'm really worried about your safety, so you might as well leave with me. ”
Mu Changfeng also persuaded on the side: "Third brother, the situation is pressing, for the sake of Miss Nie, you and Zhang Xun's people have formed a mortal enemy, we have few people, it is too dangerous to stay in Suiyang, it is better to leave." Anyway, in the eyes of a certain family, as long as the Yan army comes to attack, this Suiyang will not be able to be saved. ”
Wu Xianwu Xie and the two were silent. Standing in the back.
Li Biao and Li Hu were full of anticipation in their eyes. The two of them have long been reluctant to stay in Suiyang to suffer this kind of wretchedness, in the eyes of the two. With Kong Sheng's civil and military skills, he left Suiyang to go to King Yu, why can't he go straight to the top and be reused?
Kong Sheng was silent for a moment, shook his head and said, "Senior Sister Nie, you leave Suiyang as soon as possible, it's too dangerous for you to stay here." As for me, I can't leave for the time being, and there is no need to go. I am the Songcheng County Commander of the Imperial Court, and when the war comes, leaving my post without permission is a capital crime of escaping! ”
Although Zhang Zhongcheng is self-righteous and does not listen to different opinions, his loyalty to his family, country and society can be shown every day, and there can be no doubt about this. He and I have the same goal, and we are both officials of the imperial court, although there are slight differences and disagreements, but he is not going to put me to death because of this--as for the rude generals under him, it is even more insignificant, after all, I am the county commander of the imperial court, except for a few people, most people dare not attack me easily! ”
Nie Chuchen opened her mouth, Kong Sheng threw a meaningful glance at her, she hesitated, but closed her mouth again, nodded and agreed that she would leave Suiyang immediately, so as not to cause another turmoil.
Mu Changfeng saw that Kong Sheng couldn't listen to his advice, and he knew that he was very assertive, if he made up his mind, it would be difficult for anyone to influence his decision, so he simply stopped persuading.
Although Li Biao and Li Hu were silent, they were really disappointed in their hearts. felt that Kong Sheng was still too young and vigorous, and he didn't know how to change his power.
Kong Sheng slowly turned around and looked at Li Biao and Li Hu with a slight smile: "Two captains, I know that you don't think so, thinking that I am young and vigorous, I don't know how to advance or retreat, and sooner or later I will suffer, right?" ”
Li Biao looked up at Kong Sheng, hugged his fists and said: "Kong County Order, since you asked about the last general, then please forgive the last general." Although you are the commander of Songcheng County ordered by the imperial court, it is not normal in wartime, as long as you do not commit treason with thieves, the imperial court will not be guilty of this. In this case, knowing that Suiyang will inevitably fall into the hands of the rebels, why do you have to accompany Zhang Xun and these people to stay in Suiyang and wait for death? ”
"Besides, now Suiyang, from Zhang Xun down, all regard Kong County Ling as an enemy, if the battle starts, we will be driven into battle first...... In this way, why didn't Kong County Commander lead us to leave Suiyang, return to Jiangbei, and listen to orders under the account of His Royal Highness King Yu? The county lord of Fengyang attaches great importance to the Kong County Order, with her recommendation, you will be able to rise to the top in the future, why worry about the day when you don't have a future? ”
Kong Sheng smiled when he heard this, and said slowly: "What Captain Li said is reasonable. It's just a man's husband, who does something and doesn't do anything, if he retreats because of the danger of Suiyang and becomes a deserter in battle, then even if I am a high-ranking official in the future, I will never be able to pass this hurdle in my heart, and I will not be stable for the rest of my life. ”
"No one is a fool, Zhang Zhongcheng, Lei Wanchun, and Nan Jiyun are not fools. They knew that staying in Suiyang was also a fatal situation, but why did they still stay? Captain Li, the so-called righteousness is righteousness without hesitation! ”
"Kong doesn't want to say anything empty and big, but since I have chosen to come to Suiyang, I won't run away. Captain Li, in life, there are some things that cannot be retreated and made a choice, who is not afraid of death? But it's useless to be afraid, it's better to calm down and think about the long term. ”
Kong Sheng stared at Li Biao and Li Hu, and his voice became condensed: "Two captains, you can lead your sergeants to leave Suiyang and return to Pengcheng at any time, as for Kong, you will never be a deserter!" ”
Li Biao and Li Hu let out a sigh of relief, glanced at each other, and then bowed down together and said loudly: "Kong County's order is high and bright, and it is admirable to go to the country. How can we and other military people, who eat kings and concubines, flee from the wind and be that shameful deserter?! Please rest assured that our generation should take the Kong County order as the head of the horse, and go to the soup to fight the fire! ”
Kong Sheng smiled and turned away.
In fact, he didn't expect Li Hu and Li Biao to really "go to the soup and fight the fire", but at present, the more than 100 brave Modao cavalry are too important to him, and he can't let them go no matter what, no matter what, he can't let them go by all means. (To be continued.) )