What Wei Zhongxian was worried about was not the invasion of the Emperor Taiji's army, but the resurgence of the Donglin Party.

He came here this time to discuss this matter with Wang Li

In the early years of the Apocalypse, the Donglin Party was once in power and opposition, but under the suppression of Wei Zhongxian, it soon collapsed and disappeared for several years.

After Zhu Youzhen succeeded to the throne, Wei Zhongxian became submissive and walked on thin ice, and the Donglin Party took the opportunity to move.

Qian Qian, the leader of the Donglin Party, was killed by Wang Li, Wen Tiren and Zhou Yanru were ready to move again, so that Wei Zhongxian did not dare to relax at all.

Unexpectedly, just when the Emperor Taiji soldiers were approaching the city, Wang Qia, the secretary of the military department, was impeached by Zhou Yanru and Xiang Yu repeatedly, and was finally put in prison;

Qian Longxi, Han Yi, Hou Sui, Sun Chengzong and others enabled by Zhu Youzhen are all Donglin Party!

Ji Liao Governor Yuan, and the protégé of Hou Sui and Sun Chengzong!

With the rise of the Donglin Party's power, the first person to feel threatened was none other than Wei Zhongxian!

However, Wang Li, who is also a eunuch, has a close relationship with Yuan Chonghuan!

And Wang Li knows many inside stories about Wei Zhongxian!

If Wang Li has the heart to get involved in Dongchang and casually accept a "vote" from the Donglin Party, he will be doomed!

In this case, how can Wei Zhongxian not be in a hurry?

Wang Li waved his hand, and after waiting for the woman next to him to leave, he smiled and said:

"Grandpa Wei, we are in the same boat!

It was, it is, and it will be!

So, as long as I can save my life, I can keep you safe! ”

Wang Li's words were obviously to comfort Wei Zhongxian.

However, Wang Li also knew that if Wei Zhongxian fell, he would also be implicated!

According to the latest accounts, more than five million taels have been embezzled!

Mainly from the ports of Zhejiang and Fujian!

This figure is more than the total income of the Ming Dynasty in a year!

Nima, it's scary to think about!

Accidentally, I was so greedy!

If Wei Zhongxian denounces the inside story of corruption, even if he is Ling Chi ten times, it will not be enough!

Therefore, to stabilize Wei Zhongxian and keep Wei Zhongxian is to protect yourself!

"Father-in-law Wei, long live the Donglin Party, this is just an expedient measure.

In other words, he was sick and rushed to the doctor!

However, there is one thing you can rest assured: although the old man Sun Chengzong is a member of the Donglin Party, he is very slippery and never offends anyone!

Although Qian Longxi is the first assistant of the cabinet, there is nothing to worry about!

The only thing I want to get rid of the most is Hou Sui! ”

Wang Li's face was murderous, and Wei Zhongxian finally let go!

What he is most afraid of is that Wang Li and the Donglin Party will join forces!

"Princess, let's ...... Do you want to think of a way to win over Wen Tiren and Zhou Yanru?

If I'm not mistaken, both of these men are coveting the position of first assistant! ”

"For the time being...... No, you don't! ”

Wang Li shook his head, and said with a straight face: "Gonggong Wei, the person you should be careful with should be Cao Huachun!"

This guy has been staring at us!

You also know that Long Live Lord doesn't like to form a party for personal gain!

If you have a connection with Wen Tiren and Zhou Yanru, if you are known by Long Live Lord, we will be "wiped off" sooner or later! ”

Wang Li made a gesture to wipe his neck, which frightened Wei Zhongxian into a cold sweat!

"But...... Wang Gonggong, you also know that in order to "retreat as advance", many people around me went to Nanjing!

On the Jingshi side, we are really alone! ”

"No, no, no!" Wang Li waved his hand and smiled mysteriously: "Father-in-law Wei, have you ever heard a sentence: the gun shoots the first bird?" ”

"Oh? Shoot the first bird? ”

Wei Zhongxian has never heard this!

Although he was illiterate, after a little thought, he immediately understood the truth!

At this time, isn't the "first bird" the Donglin Party?

They haven't turned their guns on themselves yet, so why should they be in a hurry?

If they are in a hurry, Wen Tiren and Zhou Yanru should be even more anxious!

So, at this moment, it's better to keep a low profile!

Wait until the "first bird" is knocked out, and then fish in troubled waters!

……

In the past few days, Wang Li and Wei Zhongxian have been both "low-key" and "high-profile"!

The two never participate in court meetings, but in the city of Beijing, they can always be seen!

There are more Jinyi guards in the east and west factories in the city than the defenders in the city!

Zhu Youzhen saw all this scene in his eyes, and he was so moved that he didn't want it!

Wang Ergou, really loyal!

Capable!

No party!

It's worth reusing!

As for Wei Zhongxian, this crime deserves death, but it is also a sharp knife!

If you use it well, it will naturally be beneficial to yourself!

If you are not careful, you will hurt yourself again!

In the city, the wind is cold.

Zhu Youzhen couldn't help but shudder.

"Long live the lord, the city is windy, please go back to the palace to rest, take care of the dragon's body!"

"Long live the Lord, Xichang Jinyi Guard, even if you fight to the last soldier, not a single Jiannu is allowed to climb the city!"

"There are two factory fathers to help defend the city, I am naturally relieved!"

Zhu Youzhen said "rest assured" in his mouth, but his face was solemn and he never refused to return to the palace.

At this moment, Wang Chengen led an old man over.

This man, about sixty or seventy years old, was dressed in cloth, thin in stature, but resolute in his eyes.

Needless to say, this person is Sun Chengzong!

"The old minister is close to his prime, but he has been entrusted with an important task by the emperor, even if he is full of liver and brain, it is difficult to repay the emperor's great kindness!"

"Elder Sun Ge doesn't have to be polite! I want to hear what you think of the enemy! ”

was called "Pavilion Elder" by Zhu Youzhen, Sun Chengzong was flattered, but looked at Wang Li and Wei Zhongxian on the left and right.

The two were about to retreat, but Zhu Youzhen opened his mouth: "The two factory fathers are both ministers of the humerus and are loyal!"

Sun Ge Lao doesn't have to be taboo, he can say it bluntly! ”

Zhu Youzhen said this, and Sun Chengzong had no scruples:

"Your Majesty, I heard that Yuan Chonghuan was stationed in Jizhou, Mangui was stationed in Shunyi, and Hou Shilu was stationed in Sanhe, which is indeed the best strategy for defense;

However, Weichen believes that You Shiwei's return to Changping and Hou Shilu's garrison in Tongzhou are a bit out of place. ”

"Oh? Why? Zhu Youzhen frowned slightly, and asked with a straight face: "When Sun Ge Lao entered Beijing, did he know...... Jiannu is bypassing Jizhou? ”

"Your Majesty, because of Yuan Chonghuan's containment, Jiannu did not completely bypass Jizhou;

If the whole army of Jiannu advances westward, the focus of my defense should be Sanhe!

Defending this place can not only stop Jiannu from running west, but also curb Jiannu from going south! ”

Three Rivers?

Sun Chengzong's meaning is to let Yuan Chonghuan go to guard the three rivers?

However, there is a bird for Shousanhe?

Sanhe is between Tongzhou and Jizhou, and the terrain is still broad!

Jiannu can bypass Jizhou, can't he bypass Sanhe?

Wang Li shook his head, although he was dissatisfied, he did not interject at will.

Perhaps out of trust, Zhu Youzhen nodded and continued to ask: "With a strategy to defend against the enemy, it is better to plan for the worst!"

I want to hear it, if the Jiannu soldiers are coming to the city, how will you defend the Jingshi? ”

"Your Majesty, the old minister has already found out: Jiannu does not have many siege equipment;

The walls of the Jingshi were strong and tall, with sufficient grain and grass, 3,000 factory guards and 10,000 Beijing camps, which could easily hold on for several months;

Weichen believes that Jiannu does not dare to approach Jingshi easily!

Even if Jiannu comes, I can easily win by attacking inside and outside!

It's just that at this critical moment, the soldiers defending the city should not be allowed to suffer from hunger and cold, and they should reorganize their armaments, reward the soldiers defending the city, consolidate people's hearts, and stabilize morale!

As long as the whole army is united and shares the same hatred for the enemy, it will be easy to repel Jiannu! ”

"Very good!

I was going to let you guard Tongzhou!

Now it seems that you should be stationed in the capital division, the governor of internal and external military affairs, and strategize!

Hahaha! ”

Amid the laughter, Zhu Youzhen left satisfied.

Sun Chengzong greeted Wang Li and Wei Zhongxian, and was about to leave, but was stopped by Wang Li.

"Elder Sun Ge, do you know some rumors in the city?"

"Oh? What rumors? Please also ask the factory to teach! ”

Sun Chengzong's official rank was above Wang Li, but he was quite humble and approachable.

At least on the bright side, he did not have a grudge against the East and West No. 2 Factory.

Wang Li didn't bother to pay attention to whether he was really humble or falsely humble, and said lightly:

"Inspector Yuan guarded Jizhou, ignoring the Jiannu army that bypassed outside the city, and rumors were already spreading in the city;

If I'm not mistaken, if you let Inspector Yuan guard Sanhe, or Xianghe, Changping and Shunyi, Inspector Yuan will still let him go!

At that time, the rumors in the city ...... Not only is it not good for Inspector Yuan, but it is also not good for Sun Ge Lao! ”

"Thank you for the reminder! Regarding the deployment of Yuan Chonghuan's army, I will definitely consider it in detail! ”

Sun Chengzong bowed again and left politely.

Wang Li shook his head!

Alas!

This old man Sun said verbally that he would have to consider, but it was impossible to really consider!

Or rather, he doesn't believe his own words!

In other words, he didn't know Yuan Chonghuan who he was pulling with one hand!

After returning to Beijing from Jizhou, Wang Li thought hard for two days and finally understood the reason why Yuan Chonghuan seized Jizhou!

His real position against the enemy is not Jizhou!

Nor is it Xianghe, Sanhe or Tongzhou!

It's under the Jingshi Castle!

Even if Sun Chengzong ordered him to guard these places, he would let Huang Taiji pass!

Because, Yuan Chonghuan only has more than 10,000 cavalry under his command!

Unable to compete with the superior Eight Banners cavalry!

If he went out of the city to fight a decisive battle with the Eight Banners, and pursued or prevented the Eight Banners from going to Beijing, Yuan Chonghuan had no chance of winning!

Even if you fight all the Guan Ning army, there is no chance of winning!

In the end, he can only be dismissed!

Then, put to death!

Of course, there is no way to win!

The only way to win can only be what Yuan Chonghuan called "promoting strengths and avoiding weaknesses"!

Only by relying on the strong city like Jinzhou and Ningyuan, relying on the cannons on the city, and relying on the assistance of the defenders of the city, can the Guanning army have a chance of winning!

Looking at the cities in the Gyeonggi area, Changping, Shunyi, Tongzhou, Xianghe, Sanhe, Gu'an and Jizhou, only Jizhou is the strongest!

There are no cannons in the city of Jizhou, and Yuan Chonghuan has no certainty of retreating from the enemy, but he can rely on the city to hold on and wait for help!

If Huang Taiji attacks Jizhou, it will be in the hands of Yuan Chonghuan!

In Jizhou, even if he consumes, he will consume the Eight Banners to death!

Then, take advantage of the victory and chase after it!

However, Huang Taiji was not fooled and bypassed Jizhou!

For the rest, there are cannons on the city, and the city is strong, only the Jingshi!

As long as Huang Taiji attacks Jingshi, Yuan Chonghuan is fully sure to repel it!

suddenly remembered that Yuan Chonghuan in history seemed to have been executed by Ling Chi for "collaborating with the enemy and betraying the country"!

At the time of execution, the onlookers were scolding!

Still buying his meat and swallowing it in one bite!

Nima!

It took two years and so many circles to finally understand the cause of Yuan Chonghuan's death!

Because of his dereliction of duty, he let Huang Taiji go south from Mongolia;

He led troops back to help, but allowed Huang Taiji to pass through the defense area;

If Huang Taiji is in the city of Beijing, it is all Yuan Chonghuan's facilitation!

He also killed Mao Wenlong, the chief soldier of the Dongjiang River!

Each of these is a capital offense!

For the people of Beijing who don't know the truth, for Zhu Youzhen and the ministers, this is not "collaborating with the enemy and betraying the country", what is it?

Moreover, because of his indulgence, the homes of the princes, ministers, and nobles around Jingshi were all ransacked by the Eight Banners!

The anger and revenge of the ministers, Yuan Chonghuan will not understand!

Alas!

Yuan Chonghuan understands military affairs, understands tactics, and knows how to play up his strengths and avoid weaknesses!

But I don't understand Zhu Youzhen, I don't understand the ministers in the court, and I don't understand the officials who are not afraid of death!

Or rather, he doesn't understand politics!

He wouldn't know how serious the consequences would be if he let the Emperor Taiji soldiers come to the city of Beijing!

He wouldn't know that even if he "played to his strengths and avoided his weaknesses", even if he defeated Huang Taiji under Jingshi City, he would still be dead!

Therefore, to fight or not to fight, to win or not to win, horizontal and vertical is a death!

No way!

Yuan Chonghuan, who defeated the Eight Banners twice, can't just be Ling Chi!