If it goes south, it will be equivalent to giving up the Central Plains and a large area of territory, and the Great Song Dynasty will be even more unstable.

After some heated debate and reflection, Zhao Gou finally made a decision. He stood up, glanced firmly at the ministers in the court, and then said in a deep voice, "I have decided to conquer in person!" I believe that as long as we unite as one, we will be able to stabilize the situation and protect the country of the Great Song Dynasty! If I don't win, I will also seek a way to negotiate peace with Zhao Yingluo! ”

In the end, he still wanted to fight for his throne again, Emperor Zhenzong could repel the Liao people in person, could he not fight off his sister?

The army of more than 100,000 led by Zhao Yingluo crossed the Yangtze River like a raging wind and waves, and the sound of iron hooves crushing the waves of the river shook everyone's heart. They have only one goal: to approach Jiankang City and arrest Zhao Gou.

And Zhang Jun, the guard in Jiankang City, is standing anxiously on the city wall at the moment, looking into the distance.

When the banner of Zhao Yingluo's army became clearer and clearer in his sight, he couldn't help but gasp.

"Quick! Hurry up and ask for help from the imperial court! Zhang Jun shouted loudly to the herald beside him, his voice full of eagerness.

However, he knew in his heart that even if reinforcements from the imperial court arrived, it would take time.

And this period of time is undoubtedly the most dangerous for Jiankang City.

Just when Zhang Jun was in a hurry, dust suddenly flew in the distance, and an army was hurrying towards Jiankang City.

Zhang Jun looked at it fixedly, and was immediately pleasantly surprised-it was the banner of the imperial court, and the reinforcements had arrived!

However, when the reinforcements gradually approached, Zhang Jun's heart sank again. Because he found that the number of this support army was far less than Zhao Yingluo's army.

After receiving a report from the spies that it was the official family's personal expedition, Zhang Jun hurriedly led the officials in the city to open the city to greet him.

After getting off the royal palace and ascending the city tower, Zhao Gou's face was solemn, and behind him were a group of courtiers such as Zhao Ding, Qin Hui, and Huang Qianshan.

"Zhang Jun, how is the situation now?" Zhao Gou got out of the chariot and hurriedly asked.

Zhang Jun smiled bitterly, pointed to Zhao Yingluo's army outside the city, and said, "Your Majesty, you have seen it all." Zhao Yingluo's army has already arrived in the city, and the disparity in our strength is ......"

Zhao Gou looked in the direction of Zhang Jun's finger, and saw Zhao Yingluo's army coming towards the city like a dark cloud, and the momentum was violent.

As the emperor of the Great Song Dynasty, Zhao was always timid and cowardly, and had no interest in war and bloodshed.

When he really saw Zhao Yingluo's more than 200,000 troops arriving at Jiankang City, his heart was full of fear and uneasiness.

"How's that for good? If Jiankang City is lost, won't my life be in danger? Zhao Gou was pacing anxiously, his face pale.

Seeing this, Zhao Ding on the side couldn't help but sigh in his heart.

He knew that Zhao Gou's character was like this, and he was not suitable for the important task of emperor.

But at this moment, the safety of the Great Song Dynasty and the safety of the people are tied to Zhao Gou, and he has to come forward.

"Official, as the Emperor of the Great Song Dynasty, how can you retreat at this moment?" Zhao Ding took a step forward and said sharply, "Jiankang City is the barrier of Jiangnan, once it is lost, the consequences are unimaginable. You'll have to climb the walls yourself to boost morale and hold the morale of the army. ”

Zhao Ding's words were like a heavy hammer, smashing his heart.

"I ...... Am I really going? Zhao Gou asked in a trembling voice.

"Your Majesty, you have no choice." Zhao Ding said categorically, "As an emperor, you must take on this responsibility. Otherwise, the rivers and mountains of the Great Song Dynasty will cease to exist. ”

Zhao Gou took a deep breath and tried to calm the fear in his heart.

He knew that Zhao Ding was right. As the emperor, he must stand up at this moment and fight for the safety of the Great Song Dynasty and the people.

The hundreds of thousands of troops led by Zhao Yingluo were like a surging tide, and they poured into Jiankang City overnight.

The majestic sound of war drums mingled with the uniform footsteps of the soldiers, shaking everyone's heart.

The defenders of Jiankang City stared nervously at the dense enemy camp outside the city, their hearts full of fear and uneasiness.

After the army rested for a day, early the next morning, with Zhao Yingluo's order, the soldiers pounced on Jiankang City like a tiger out of the cage.

However, at this moment, Zhao Yingluo noticed that the flag on the city wall had been replaced with the king's flag. That was the banner of the emperor's brother Zhao Gou, and he actually came to Jiankang City to supervise the battle!

A trace of complicated emotions flashed in Zhao Yingluo's eyes.

She is well aware of the grievances and entanglements between herself and her imperial brother, but at this moment, she is more concerned about the safety of the Great Song Dynasty and the people. Therefore, she temporarily ordered the siege to be stopped, and made people shout to the city, asking to meet with the imperial brother.

Zhao Gou had no choice but to appear in the city tower. He stood on the high city tower, looking at the black army outside the city and the heroic Zhao Yingluo, and his heart was mixed.

He knew that the contradiction between himself and this sister was irreconcilable, but at this moment, he must remain calm and not lose the majesty of the emperor in front of the army.

"Brother Huang, don't come unharmed." Zhao Yingluo shouted loudly, with a majesty and domineering in her voice.

"Zhao Yingluo, you rebelled against the imperial court, and committed the following crimes, which is really a heinous crime! I care about the feelings of my brother and sister, and I advise you to leave the army early, if not......" Zhao Gouse shouted inwardly.

Zhao Yingluo sneered and said, "Brother Huang, what have you done yourself, don't you know in your heart?" Today, I will list the six major sins since you succeeded to the throne, so that you can understand why you are not suitable to be this emperor! ”

When Zhao Gou heard this, his face suddenly turned pale, "What nonsense are you talking about?" What sin do I have? ”

"Crime 1: Let my father and brother be captured by the Jin army and go north without helping!" Zhao Yingluo shouted, "As a prince, you should stand up and save your father and brother from fire and water." However, you are greedy for life and afraid of death, and you don't care about the life and death of your father and brother. This sin is also one! ”

"Crime 2: Partial to the south of the Yangtze River, not thinking of recovering the Central Plains and the homeland north of it, and refusing to return to Kaifeng!" Zhao Yingluo continued to shout, "As the emperor, you should put the country's society first. But you are greedy for comfort and do not want to make progress. This sin is also two! ”

"Charge 3: Reuse Qin Hui and other surrender factions not to focus on the Great Song Dynasty Jiangshan Sheji!" Zhao Yingluo's voice became higher and higher-pitched, "As an emperor, you should distinguish between right and wrong, and reuse loyalty." However, you reused the traitorous minister Qin Hui and others, causing the court to be in a miasma. This sin is also three! ”

"Crime 4: Twice colluded with the Jin State and Western Xia to use troops against me to provoke civil strife!" Zhao Yingluo continued to count Zhao Gou's crimes, "As the emperor, you should maintain the stability and unity of the country. However, you colluded with foreign enemies to provoke civil strife, resulting in the destruction of human lives. This sin is also four! ”

"Crime 5: Imprisoning the soldiers and officials of the main battle faction is boiling with public resentment!" Zhao Yingluo's voice became more and more excited, "As the emperor, you should conform to the will of the people and reuse the soldiers and officials of the main battle faction. Yet you imprisoned them and caused the people to boil over with resentment. This sin is also five! ”

"Crime 6: Not listening to the emperor's instructions is regarded as unfilial piety!" Zhao Yingluo shouted, "As the emperor, you should abide by filial piety and obey the instructions of the emperor. However, you ignore the Emperor's instructions and regard it as unfilial. This sin is also six! ”