Chapter 589

More than 100000 Xu troops went to Linyuan all the way, not all the way smoothly.

During this period, the tail end met with the pursuers of the imperial court twice——

As they walked along, they would not be completely unprepared behind them. They set up traps and ambushes along the way to greet these people who caught up.

In this process, the other party lost a general, who was killed by Qin Wu himself, so the army was in chaos. Then the army was held back by the trap set by Xu's army. For a moment, it did not continue to chase forward, but chose to settle down temporarily 300 miles from Beijing. Send people back to Beijing to report, waiting for the imperial court to give orders.

Their trip was no more than 20000 troops. It would be a fantasy to pursue, encircle and suppress Xu Jiajun——

The Duke of Zhenguo suddenly rebelled. No one knows what Xu Jiajun wants to do next. The so-called pursuit should actually be called defense and deterrence.

For them, the most important thing is to keep the capital.

At this time, the commander-in-chief was killed, and the army was distracted. Seeing Xu Jiajun all the way north, he was a little relieved.

Even though he knows that this relaxation can only be temporary, at least for now, the Duke of Zhenguo has no intention of the capital for the time being.

This is a blessing in misfortune

No one knows that the Duke of the town has a strong temper. Once his temper comes up, he dares to say and do anything. If the other party really leads the troops to attack the capital at this time, Daqing will be in chaos overnight!

Even so, the news came back to the palace, but emperor Qingming was still so angry that he fell ill.

The ministers guarding the outer hall looked at the busy figure of the imperial doctors. While anxious, they couldn't help but feel that "the emperor's useless thing is too slow".

It's inevitable for them to say that they can't fight. This time it's just a test. How can they be angry... Before the emperor sent troops, did he think he could kill the Duke of Zhenguo at one stroke?

——I'm afraid I'm not thinking of farting!

The Duke of Zhenguo didn't attack the capital immediately, which means that the capital still has breathing room. The Emperor didn't take the opportunity to think about countermeasures, weigh the situation and deploy defense everywhere, but he closed his eyes and fell ill!

Delaying the deliberation and decision-making is one thing. Once the news of the emperor's illness is spread, it will shake the hearts of the army and the people!

If the prince is not too weak in all aspects, let them say that the emperor will not be saved!

Speaking of this, I'm even more angry. I can't do political affairs, nor can my children

What use do they want the emperor!

The emperor can't do it, but the minister can't let go——

However, as soon as Xia Tingzhen died, the greatest suppression was lost among the hundred officials. The forces of all parties in the DPRK and China were not united. Therefore, there were constant differences and disputes.

There was chaos in the court, and the news of the rebellion of the Duke of the town spread day by day.

On his way to Linyuan, Xu Jiajun was not unimpeded except for the pursuit of the imperial court behind him.

When I passed Qicheng, I was blocked.

However, the strength of only one city and one guard, with a total of only more than 6000 people, is simply vulnerable to attack in front of Xu's army.

On that day, the people of Qicheng were frightened.

However, when Xu's army broke through Qi City, he did not stop for a moment. He neither robbed nor occupied the city, nor hurt the people, but continued to march forward.

After returning to God, the people of Qicheng were relieved after being frightened at first, but they gradually felt some regret

Are you leaving now?

No more?

Xu Jiajun is not an alien, and the Duke of the town has always been kind. Many years ago, when he fought with the former Emperor, he was neutral in the army. He never hurt the people and surrender troops——

Although their Qi city is not as rich as Linyuan next door and the terrain is urgent, the victory is that the place is large enough, the people are steadfast and willing to work, and the annual grain harvest is a few years before Daqing. Why didn't the Duke of the town like it?

By the way... Linyuan!

The magistrate of Qicheng was shocked. Soon after Xu Jiajun left, he immediately sent a letter to his good friend, governor Fan Ying of Linyuan, reminding him to be careful.

Fan received the letter, without hesitation, and immediately began to deploy defense.

But in vain.

However, in two days, the soldiers and horses outside the city were completely defeated, and Xiang Qing, the commander of the guard, was captured alive.

However, Xu Jiajun did not break through the obstacles and then continue on his way, as he did in the past. Instead, he camped outside Linyuan City, and the selected place was obviously very particular. He not only considered the advantages and disadvantages of the terrain and the convenience of transporting grain and grass, but also invited two pioneers Yao Fang to show Feng Shui

"Facing south, there is water in the south, entering wealth and prosperity!"

"It's true that there is water, but there is a bridge on the water, and the bridge head goes straight to the camp gate. This is a taboo!"

"I can do it!"

"What can I do for you? This is my general's barracks! Can you talk to a foreign bald man?"

Xiang Qing, commander of Linyuan guard, was tied up and stuffed in the tent. He listened to the two gentlemen quarreling about the location of the main gate of the barracks outside the tent. After listening carefully for a while, it was difficult to tell who said more reasonable.

No

Now this posture... Xu Jiajun is going to take root here!

In the next few days, Xu Jiajun stood still, which confirmed his guess.

The people in the city were terrified.

After Xu Jiajun came for a few days, the city gate was closed for a few days. Now the army is outside the city, but it is only surrounded without the intention of a strong attack.

In Linyuan City, magistrate Fan Ying couldn't sit still long ago.

On this day, a group of Xu's army in black armour came to the gate of the city, which aroused the vigilance of the guards.

The Bowman on the tower is ready to go.

But the leader shouted, "we are ordered by the general to send a message to magistrate fan!"

Qin Wu's voice was rough and shocking: "this time the situation is forced, we must borrow your city! However, Linyuan city has a deep relationship with our general. The general is easily unwilling to attack. If magistrate fan is willing to make a convenience, the general promises that he will not hurt any plants and trees in the city!"

"The three-day period can be considered and weighed by magistrate fan!"

"After three days, if magistrate fan still insists on tenacious resistance, he will have to offend!"

The guards on the tower turned pale at the words.

The news soon reached Fan Ying's ears and spread among the people in the city under the action of "people with intentions".

In the past two days, various opinions emerged in the city, and even a few elderly people went to the government office to ask for an order from governor fan to open the city gate to welcome the Duke of the town into the city.

Young people may not feel this deeply, but who among the older people knows why Linyuan city is so rich today——

Huishi, the late former owner of Yuan's firm, was also the Xianghu of Xu's army during the war!

At that time, the world was in a mess, but they became an exception because of the protection of the yuan family and Xu Jiajun.

The road at the foot was paved with silver by the yuan family.

Today's wall was built under the supervision of General Xu's eldest son and the son-in-law of the former veteran's boss.

They don't know why General Xu rebelled. But at this time, they welcome the Xu family army into the city. Even if it's just for self-protection, the Xu family army is worthy of their trust!

You can't beat it horizontally or vertically!

Xu Jiajun really wants to attack the city. Why should he wait three days!

Under thousands of troops and horses, it is possible to level Linyuan city!

People are still sentimental and righteous. What is the reason for them to fight hard to defend the city? Not to mention whether it can be defended, but for whom is this city guarded? The court today?

When it comes to the imperial court, the first thing I think of is the increasingly heavy tax and corvee apportionment in recent years

To put it bluntly, whether the imperial court is good or not, and whether it is worth it or not, no one can experience it personally and is more qualified to comment than the common people.

There was only one day left in the three-day period, and there was a lot of noise in Linyuan city.

Jinwu falls in the west, and the autumn clouds are all over the sky.

Xu Mingyi walked out of the account and looked into the open sky. The mountains and rivers not far away were bright and clean, which made people's heart open and clear.

At this time, there was a sound of armor and sword striking while walking. Xu Mingyi subconsciously turned his head and saw that the young man in soft armor was coming in a big step.

Seeing that it was Wu Tsui, she smiled and walked quickly.

"How? How many people are there?" she said casually when she saw that he was undamaged.

"It's just a thousand people." Wu Tsung said, "but I'm not looking for something -"

Not looking for something?

Xu Mingyi was stunned and immediately said, "is it a surrender?"

Wu Chiu nodded and said with a smile, "the leader said he had heard a lot about the Duke. When he learned that the Duke had started this incident, he immediately came nonstop."

Xu Mingyi couldn't help laughing. Where is it that he doesn't wait and see anymore?

I thought it was an opportunity to cause trouble. Unexpectedly, I came to surrender and asked Wu Tsui to make a special trip.

But being nice is better than fighting.

I just don't know how to choose magistrate fan in Linyuan city.

They are unwilling to attack Linyuan. In addition to unintentionally causing unnecessary casualties, they also have a way to think about it——

Linyuan city is a prosperous place with complete order, which is one of the reasons why they chose Linyuan. If they want to be a stronghold, they have to think about it in the long run. If they can, they don't want to excessively destroy the order in it.

Just as he did not choose to attack the capital, he retreated to Linyuan for similar considerations.

This reason is very simple. If you really want to directly attack the capital, not to mention the strict defense of the capital, the emperor will no longer be a man, but he is afraid of death. According to the rough calculation, the troops of the battalions outside the city are also 150000 or 60000——

Even though the Xu family army can draw in numbers with their bravery and good fighting, this war is not a one-day war. As a rebel, they are under the Imperial City, and the supply of food and grass is the top problem.

Needless to say, the imperial court will not wait to die. The capital is in trouble. It is impossible to wait vaguely for the deployment of troops everywhere. In addition, there are jackals smelling blood——

At that time, their Xu Jiajun was like being in a cage and had no way out.

They want to win, not to be angry with anyone. They are so stupid that they want to take their lives to fight a fish to death and break the net, so that others can reap profits.

Before the court can make a complete response, it is a long-term plan to occupy the important place of Linyuan and build a defense.

"Don't worry." Wu tsugcha felt her mind and said, "Fan Ying is on pins and needles at this time. Even if he still refuses to surrender in the end, there are other ways to think of."

Xu Mingyi looked at him and looked at him. For a moment, she knew it in her heart.

Other ways

For example

Well, let's see if we can wait for news tonight.

She has always been marching and fighting. Although flesh and blood fight for life everywhere, she once heard her grandfather say that she has humanitarian compassion even against the enemy. The so-called capture of thieves and Kings is not only to win, but also to reduce casualties on both sides - in the art of war, the best policy is to fight without blood.

It's not just Xu Mingyi who has the same idea.

And the governor of Linyuan, Fan Ying.

Magistrate fan hasn't eaten for a whole day, even a mouthful of water.

Nowadays, many people gather outside the government office to persuade him to give up resistance.

He doesn't want to!

Who wants to die when he can live?

What's more, now he is carrying not only his own life and death, but also those subordinates guarding the city. Most of these subordinates are young people born and raised in Linyuan city. At this time, there may be their parents and relatives among the people gathered outside the government office

But... Can he promise?!

Magistrate fan felt bitter and worked hard to figure out a perfect plan.

Xu Jiajun waited for three days!

The people waited for three days!

Why didn't he wait for three days?

He is waiting for Xu Jiajun to send someone to sneak into the city to hijack him!

Why don't you come?

Xu Jiajun, why can't you take the initiative!

Fan Zhifu expressed his disappointment at his delay in waiting for the person who hijacked him.

So he decided to make his own opportunities.

"My Lord, the master of the Yuan Dynasty has arrived." a yamen servant reported to the hall.

"Let someone in."

The middle-aged man who came in wearing a lake blue jacket was yuandezhi, the owner of Yuanshi's firm.

"See your excellency for the grass people." Yuan de decided to salute in an orderly manner.

Magistrate fan sighed and said, "hidden, don't be polite. Sit down and talk."

Yin Zhi is the expression of yuandezhi. He always has his own skills in dealing with people and things. He has a good relationship with the magistrate fan, who has been transferred to Linyuan for only two years.

After Xu Jiajun came to Linyuan City, he was "invited" to the government yamen as a guest, but the guest stayed in the government yamen for a few days after Xu Jiajun came for a few days.

Named guest, in fact, everyone can see that this is disguised house arrest.

"It's really forced by the situation to keep you in the government office this time. The virtuous younger brother has always been transparent. He should know the interests..." magistrate Fan said helplessly.

Yuandezhi said, "brother fan is in this position. I understand what consideration this is out of."

Yuan's family and the government of the town are in laws. The Xu family's army is under the city. In order to avoid cooperating with Yuan's family, they just put him under house arrest, which has given him dignity to the yuan family.

"Tomorrow is a three-day period..." magistrate fan took his first sip of tea today, but he took a drinking posture. He put the tea lamps heavily and sighed: "There is no outsider here, so I'll talk to my younger brother from the bottom of my heart... You know who I am, and I always don't care about these false names! If I can save a city's people and avoid a war, the so-called name of loyalty and righteousness has nothing to cherish!"

"But... If it's down..." magistrate fan's voice suddenly dropped a lot, and tears flashed in his eyes: "my life doesn't matter, but my old mother, who is far away in Indigo Yang, and a family of people, old and young, must be implicated by me and angry by the imperial court..."

Yuan Dezhi nodded with a heavy heart.

Although he had an interest plot in his contact with magistrate fan, he also seriously respected each other's behavior.

He has more than once lamented that although his majesty is unbearable inside, he is lucky to have these good officials in Daqing, otherwise he may not be as good as today.

He knew that magistrate fan's remarks were not a play.

But... What can he do about it?