For Zhao Ling, the king of Shen, after learning that he was suffering from an eye disease, he knew that it was impossible for him to win the throne in this life. If he can be an idle prince, he will be content. The heart is selfless and the world is wide, he lives quietly and freely, but he is cared for by Zhao Xu's brother.

After Zhao Xu took power, he, like his other younger brothers, was named King Shen, a very popular minister. Enjoy the fine clothes and food, and live a leisurely life. But he also knew that all this was because he was born into a royal family.

If it is changed to other backgrounds, people like him are afraid that life will become a problem. Not to mention, there are people to serve you every day, and you can live freely. Don't pay attention to the government and politics, don't pay attention to party disputes, just take care of your own affairs.

Knowing that Zhao Xu was driving in person, Zhao Ling was worried about the risk. But he knows that as an idle prince who needs to be taken care of by others for food and clothing. What he can do for Zhao Xu is to pray for Zhao Xu, hoping that Zhao Xu can return to the dynasty victoriously.

Unfortunately, what he feared eventually happened. In the face of the battle that had played a triumphant song earlier and regained the lost territory all the way, the news that Zhao Xu had died on the battlefield suddenly came out, and he was indeed stunned and stunned.

Looking at the ministers who came to ask for advice, Zhao Yan was very clear about their intentions. Directly on the grounds that he was sick and hindered his appearance, he refused all the ministers who took refuge. began to close the door to thank the guests and mourn for Zhao Xu's soul.

During this period of closed-door greetings, he didn't hear about his younger brother Zhao Jimen. But in his opinion, whether it is Zhao Xu or Zhao Ji, they are the brothers of his father's compatriots, and he has no opinion on who inherits the throne.

But for these younger brothers, Zhao Xu began to plan everything before he died. Now that I learned that my brother died on the battlefield, I didn't want to mourn for him, but I was busy fighting openly and secretly for that chair, and even hired murderers.

Listening to his younger brother Zhao Ji kneeling in front of him, he cried: "Ninth brother." Please intercede for your brother, my brother doesn't want to die yet! My younger brother was dizzy this time, so he made a gaffe to do this, and he really didn't dare in the future. Please ask Brother Jiu to intercede for me! ”

Listening to my brother's crying, and the action of hugging his legs and begging. He was not completely blind, and looked at the concentrated gaze in front of and behind him. also felt that Zhao Xiaoxi's move obviously threw a hot potato to him.

Zhao Ling, who regarded Zhao Xiaoxi as intending to borrow his hand to kill Zhao Ji, finally said with a heart: "Your Majesty, the crime of Duan Wang, although the crime is unforgivable." But for the sake of his young age, he hoped that the emperor would spare his life. ”

In any case, Zhao Ling was blind but knew that he would never do this kind of thing to kill his brother. Even he knew it in his heart. No king should be merciful to his brother who threatens the throne, and the best way to solve the problem is to cut the grass and eradicate the roots.

Sure enough, hearing Zhao Ling's plea, other ministers who were interested in Zhao Xiaoxi. immediately stepped forward and said: "Your Majesty, although King Duan is young, he is also the prince of the court. To do such a rebellious thing, it must be a warning of the typical example! ”

watched Zhao Ling intercede for Zhao Ji. Zhao Xiaoxi helped Zhao Ling, who was kneeling, to his feet, ignoring the words of those ministers. patted him on the shoulder and said, "It seems that Xiaoliu is right." Only Xiao Jiu's heart, in addition to the country, still has this home. ”

After finishing speaking, he looked at the ministers who were speaking and said, "According to the ancestral system, the new emperor can grant amnesty to the world when he ascends the throne to show the king's benevolence. Although King Duan's sin is unforgivable, he does not necessarily have to be killed. How to dispose of it. I have my own decision, and you don't need to say anything. ”

Hearing this, those ministers were a little unwilling, but they could only get up and retreat into the ranks. Only veterans such as Wang Shiyue don't seem to be curious that Zhao Xiaoxi will be like this. did not come forward to persuade him to kill Zhao Ji.

In the eyes of these veterans who hold military power, although the military power of the Great Song Dynasty is in the hands of the emperor. But among these generals, who doesn't have a few descendants? As long as they support Cho Hyo-seok, who can succeed in the rebellion?

Knowing that Zhao Ji had escaped death, while breathing a sigh of relief, he also began to worry about his fate next. Slightly afraid and expectant, he looked at Zhao Xiaoxi, who was also staring at him, and felt that the majesty of this cousin was even more than Zhao Xu.

At this time, Zhao Xiaoxi, looking at Zhao Ji, who had completely lost his previous arrogance, said very calmly: "Maybe there are some things that will hinder the reputation of the emperor if you say them now." But I still want to say that if the emperor does not suffer this catastrophe, after returning to Beijing, it will be the day you die.

As the prince of the imperial court, he does not want to serve the country, but he is bent on forming friends and running a party. Don't you know that this move is a sign of calamity to the country and the people? With your kind of mind, how can you rule a country and the world, and how can you be kind to the people of a country?

The Criminal Department converged with the Ministry of Officials to investigate the ministers of the court and the central government who had close contacts with the Duanwang Mansion. No matter what the official position is, they will all be cleared out of the court and will never be hired. If you are a bad deed, you will also be severely punished.

Forming a party for personal gain, I hate it the most, and I find that we will deal with it together, and we will never be soft. Especially when the Great Song Dynasty is facing such a crisis, he doesn't want to worry about you, but he only thinks about his own little abacus, which is really hateful! ”

As Zhao Xiaoxi's words fell, many courtiers who stayed outside the temple fell to the ground paralyzed. The cavalry soldiers who were escorted left and right were directly dragged out of the team, which made the ministers present shudder a little.

After cutting off the henchmen attached to Duanwang's Mansion, Zhao Xiaoxi said: "Spread my will, from now on, cancel the treatment of Duanwang Zhao Ji, and relegate the common people to be confined to Duanwang's Mansion." The Ministry of Internal Affairs is responsible for daily life and food, and only King Shen is allowed to visit.

If anyone does not get the will and enters the Duanwang Mansion without permission, they will be punished as resisting the will. The other county kings hope that King Duan will take him as a warning and not let me do the same. At that time, I'm afraid I won't be as good at talking as I am now! ”

When he said the last sentence, Zhao Xiaoxi looked at the other cousins who were crowned kings with a little meaning. These cousins, who were also young, were too frightened to look at them directly. I know that I have to be a man with my tail between my legs in the future!

Such a punishment made Zhao Ji sit on the ground with a bitter face. lost the aura of the prince, and couldn't help but be content in the Duanwang Mansion. What is the difference between this and a concubine who has entered the cold palace?

At this time, Zhao Xiaoxi said to Zhao Ling again: "Xiao Jiu, eleven years old made this big mistake, and you will need to be disciplined by many generations of brothers in the future." If he could recognize his mistake, it might be okay for him to open up the net. What do you think of this disposition? ”

Zhao Ling didn't expect that Zhao Xiaoxi was really willing to spare Zhao Ji's life. Whether he was demoted to a commoner or confined to the Duanwang Mansion, his restless younger brother managed to save his life. As long as you repent and admit your mistakes, you can at least live with peace of mind.

He quickly bent down here and said: "Thank you for the emperor's kindness, my brother deserves it, and it is only appropriate for you to repent behind closed doors." The younger brother will obey the emperor's order, so that the younger brother can learn about his lost path and reform his life as soon as possible, and repay the king's grace with his useful body. ”

Faced with Zhao Ling's words, Zhao Xiaoxi didn't pay much attention to it. He said to the minister again: "At present, I have just ascended the throne, and I have not yet announced the world to calm the hearts of the people. After going down, the Ministry of Rites posted a notice to convey the good news of my succession to the throne.

In addition, tomorrow morning, I will enter the palace to hold a court meeting. The celebration of the new emperor's succession to the throne will be discussed after the end of the emperor's sacrifice day. In addition, the six Shangshu stayed with several old generals, and the other civil and military ministers dispersed.

At this special time, I don't want to hear rumors and actions that would damage the stability of the Great Song Dynasty. If anyone wants to challenge my majesty, I will let them know what will happen if they challenge the imperial power. Stand down! ”

'Yes! ’

Accompanied by civil and military officials who were not named, they began to leave one after another. Zhao Xiaoxi asked Zhao Da to lead the cavalry army and stay in the camp of the forbidden army in the imperial city. He also summoned the generals of the Five Cities Soldiers and Horses Division and strictly ordered them to maintain the stability of the people's livelihood in the capital.

In this special period, anyone who dares to commit a traitor in the Imperial City will be in a heavy position. In addition, the Imperial City Mansion Yin and Zhao Xiaoxi also gave some advice. In addition, Bu Yige and Wu Wei also monitor the movements of the world.

Accompanied by Zhao Da and six Shangshu and a group of veterans, Zhao Xiaoxi entered the imperial city again. The king's dormitory, which was supposed to be rearranged, was also ordered by Zhao Xiaoxi to the Imperial City's Internal Affairs Office, and there was no need for special arrangements as usual.

During this time, he was afraid that he would not be able to relax. The new and old emperors took over, and the Great Song Dynasty was still during the national war, and many things would involve his energy. He really didn't care much about this kind of rest.

Bringing in the six Shangshu and the veterans of Beijing, Zhao Xiaoxi asked Zhang Duan to give a detailed introduction to the war on the front line with these people. Knowing that the Nanjing Mansion of the Liao State had been recovered, everyone felt extremely happy.

If there is no martyrdom for Zhao Xu, it will be a happy event for the whole country to celebrate. But now, because of Zhao Xu's suffering, this good news has become a sad thing for the whole country.

Although Zhao Xiaoxi did not give instructions, Zhang Dian made a special explanation after introducing the war on the front line. Zhao Xu was in the imperial city of Nanjing, Daliao, and made an edict to establish Zhao Xiaoxi's succession to the throne.

To say such a thing is also to dispel the concerns of these real core ministers. Let them know whether the edict in the temple has been replaced. From beginning to end, Zhao Xu was willing for Zhao Xiaoxi to inherit the throne.

In this way, the legitimacy of Zhao Xiaoxi's succession has undoubtedly been proven. Even the pen-holding eunuch who accompanied Zhao Xu also made a certification. In Zhao Xiaoxi's view, this is a somewhat redundant move, but it completely reassures other ministers.

After saying these things, Zhao Xiaoxi said with a serious expression: "I am a new treasure, and I still need to worry about all things Aiqing and the old general. Especially now, the fighting on the front line is still going on, and there must be no mistakes in the rear.

At this time when the country is in crisis, I hope that you will join hands with me to overcome the national crisis. As long as the Liao State is defeated, the Great Song Dynasty will also reappear in the prosperous era of the Han and Tang Dynasties and truly become the lord of all the countries in the world. ”

In the face of Zhao Xiaoxi's statement, these veterans and veterans all felt that they were comfortable to hear. Especially these old generals who are idle at home, they feel that the new emperor cares about them very much, and it is not in vain that they are resolutely on this side.

With the trust of this emperor, these military generals will also have a place in the court in the future. If the Great Song Dynasty really achieves the foundation of the prosperous era, they will also be famous in history for future generations to tell their exploits! (To be continued......)