Northern Dynasties Imperial Industry

As the situation changed drastically, Jingkou became an important focus that could influence the situation in Jiangdong. However, Xu Du, as the general of Jingkou town, did not feel that his status became more important and prominent because of this. Instead, he felt even more anxious. .

What made Xu Du's mood become extremely bad was naturally the rapid settlement of the Nanchuan Incident. This matter has different meanings to different people. After Wang Lin surrendered, Hou Zhen obediently chose to bow his head because he was worried that the Tang army's spearhead would be directed at him. Chen Qian was worried that the people of Wuxing might be frightened by this and cause some turmoil, so she gave up the northward march to Wujun and chose to return to Wuxing to take charge.

At present, Jingkou seems to be the target that both the imperial court and Chen Qian want to win over. However, for Xu Du, there is also a fatal hidden danger that makes him restless. Garrisoned in Guangling!

So there is a question before Xu Du now. It only took such a short time for the Tang army and the court to jointly resolve the Nanchuan Incident, so how long will it take to resolve Jingkou in the future?

Perhaps the imperial court also had such an awareness and suspicion. Chen Chang seemed to be sure that Xu Du would be frightened by this and would not dare to disobey the imperial order again. Therefore, after sending Wu Mingche to Wu County to quell the chaos, he sent an envoy to Xu Du to give him some advice. In cooperation with Wu Mingche's actions, they did not consider how Nanchen would respond if there was any change in the Tang army in Guangling once Xu Du led his army to leave Jingkou.

The court did not consider this issue, or deliberately ignored it, but Xu Du had to consider it because Jingkou was where he settled down. Once any turmoil occurs here, his power, status and interests will be most directly affected.

Compared with the court's careless instructions, King Linchuan's attitude was much more correct. In addition to frequently sending his confidants to lobby and communicate, he also ordered people to send a large amount of gold and silver treasures not long after the court's order was issued. , the quantity of these goods was so large that even Xu Du, who had seen many big scenes, could not help but change his expression.

However, with Xu Du's current status, the simple exchange of goods and profits is not enough for him to make any important decisions. Compared with these goods, what makes him more gratified is the sincerity of King Lanchuan reflected in this. manner.

"The king of Linchuan has given me such a generous gift, which really makes me feel ashamed. Especially now that Wu County is occupied by the chaos, and the journey must be winding and difficult, so why does the king need to spend so much time! Conveying your feelings, a It's enough to just say it, and the heavy goods are given as gifts, which also puts the envoys running back and forth at added risk!"

Although he was very satisfied with King Linchuan's attitude, Xu Du still did not directly express his true feelings. He looked at Dao Zhongju, who was responsible for the visit, and said with a smile: "Your Majesty gave me such a generous gift. I must have something to entrust you with. It’s okay for you to speak out.”

When Zhongju heard Xu Du's words, he couldn't help but smile bitterly, and then he clasped his fists at Xu Du and said, "The king has sent his subordinates to visit Duke Xu, and he has something to tell him, which is what happened in Wu County. To be honest, most of the rebels who invaded Wu County this time were crazy wanderers who came out of Wuxing.

The king originally planned to imprison them in a restricted area, encourage them to be educated, and force them to return home, but he did not expect these wanderers to run away from Wu County out of fear of the king's majesty, and even directly invaded the county. Now the situation has spread and expanded, which has made the imperial court furious, thinking that there are already measures to quell the chaos.

Because the matter involves the Wuxing disciples, the king hopes that Wuxing can send troops to eliminate the chaos, so as to prevent it from being used by people with ulterior motives in the government and the public to further alienate the court and alienate the king. The main ministers of Duke Xu must be able to understand the pros and cons, and if they are willing to help, the king will be extremely grateful and express his gratitude. "

Of course Xu Du also understood what was going on in Wu County, and was even sure that the gifts sent must be the spoils of war in Wu County.

When he heard what Zhong Ju said, he did not rush to agree or refuse, but asked with a smile: "It turns out that there is such a hidden secret in the matter, so how does the king hope that I can cooperate? Now the king must be approaching Wu County That’s it?”

When Zhong Ju heard this, he couldn't help but look a little embarrassed. After hesitating for a while, he said: "Because he has not been ordered by the court, the king is still in Wuxing..."

When Xu Du heard this, his originally enthusiastic smile suddenly turned cold. He no longer listened carefully to Zhongju's words. After a few casual remarks, he excused himself from being busy with military affairs and led Zhongju out. When he went to the hall, there was no clear response to his request.

"Child Chen, you are really arrogant and arrogant. It is a great disgrace to your father! You treat me as a lackey who can be used at any time, and I am a common man who can kill you with just a little money!"

After Zhong Ju was led away, Xu Du sat alone in the hall, slapped the table with a gloomy face and said angrily. These words scolded both Chen Chang, who sent him casually, and Chen Qian, who was driven by bribery. , it can be seen that Xu Du regarded the attitudes and actions of these two people as an offense to him.

Because the imperial court ignored Xu Du's demands for his own safety and directly handed over Guangling to the Tang army, and this time forced Xu Du to give up his defense of Jiangbei and cooperate with Wu Mingche to quell the rebellion, this made Xu Du very disappointed with the imperial court and really wanted to Join forces with King Linchuan to fight against the imperial court.

But when he heard that Chen Qian was still huddled in her hometown in Wuxing and had not gone north to Wu County at all, he immediately realized that Chen Qian's move to occupy Wu County was probably an impulsive move, and she had no intention of establishing a long-term business in Wu County. Intend.

In this case, Jingkou, which is located further north, will naturally find it difficult to communicate with it. Even if he chooses to cooperate with it, it will at best be just a target to attract the hatred of the imperial court and share the pressure with it!

In this way, Jingkou seems to have both sides, but in fact, neither the left nor the right regard Jingkou as an ally related to their core interests. Instead, they are excluded from the core of power and contradiction.

After realizing his true situation in the country, Xu Du's mood suddenly became worse. Just after being sent to Zhongju, another visitor came to Jingkou. It was Cai Jingli who came from Jiankang.

"Why do you want to be your lobbyist?"

After seeing Cai Jingli, Xu Du asked with a somewhat cold attitude.

Cai Jingli was previously recruited by Chen Baxian in Jingkou, and he has been in charge of military orders and is also one of his confidants. However, after Chen Baxian died later, Cai Jingli chose to cooperate with Linchuan King Chen Qian in running the government. However, Chen Qian was forced to hand over power obediently and went to Wuxing due to internal and external pressure. Cai Jingli did not choose to follow, but stayed in Beijing. middle.

Cai Jingli was considered Chen Qian's before, but when Xu Du went to Beijing to meet and talk with him last time, he noticed that some of Cai Jingli's views on current affairs had changed greatly, and he was no longer as inclined to King Linchuan as before. That's why he asked this question when he came to visit.

"Who is here for me to do nothing? I am just worried about your envoy, and I have nothing to do, so I left the capital to visit. In this situation, your Majesty, what are your views on the future?"

Cai Jingli looked at Xu Du and replied with a smile.

After hearing this, Xu Du's expression softened slightly, and he sighed again: "In this difficult world, who has any good ideas for making plans? It's just a matter of doing it and thinking about it. If Maoshi has no other high career, he will not think that our shogunate is simple. , you might as well stay here for a while, so that I can still have someone to discuss with you after the incident."

"If your envoy is confused, your subordinates may have an insight and speak boldly to your envoy for further information."

Cai Jingli did not answer Xu Du's solicitation, but spoke again: "When people say the world is difficult, they really are in a difficult situation and have no way to make a living. If you make such remarks, you will inevitably come across as boasting and showing off. You are now If you are in a high position and are bossy, but you still think you are in trouble, then who in the world can say that you are safe?"

Hearing what Cai Jingli said, Xu Du first smiled slightly, then sighed: "Mao Shi is laughing at me now! Outsiders may not know what my situation is like, don't you know either? I am far away from the court now, and it is difficult for me to have a humerus. It seems that Although you are in a high position and have great power, you are actually troubled internally and externally, so that you have trouble sleeping and eating, and pretending to be weak is not just to show off your power. "

"What the official said was sincere from the bottom of my heart, and was by no means a tease. What you said is distressing. It is really difficult for people to understand, or they are obsessed and not comprehensive. Jingkou has been the most important place in Jiangdong since ancient times. The old rulers moved to the west and became hegemonic. Who didn’t stick to this place and become famous in history? They all want to use their bodies to replace each other. For example, I don’t know if you are willing to do so."

Cai Jingli looked at Xu Du again and said, even making an eager expression to try.

After Xu Du heard this, his brows suddenly furrowed deeper. He lowered his head and was silent for a while, then raised his head and stared at Cai Jingli. He shouted sternly: "I treat each other as an old friend, but Cai used threatening words to test. Why? Is it possible?" You want to teach me to rebel against the imperial court and cause trouble to Jiangdong!"

"What you said is wrong. This is a stupid plan that will lead to your own destruction! Jingkou is important because of its terrain. Only when the important town meets the British master can it complement each other. Although Shijun was also a famous general for a while, he was still far behind the former master. Although It is not enough to plan for the general trend of Jiangdong, but since it relies on this, it can still be achieved. "

Cai Jingli waved his hands repeatedly and said that he had no intention of inciting Xu Du to cause rebellion. He even bluntly said that Xu Du did not have the ability to match. He then continued: "What worries you, the lower officials have a little knowledge, it is nothing but the government and the public." It's hard to send, and I don't know who is the way forward. But based on this strategic location between the north and the south, why should your hope be limited to the east of the Yangtze River?

The tide in Qiantang seems to be magnificent, but compared to the rest of the world, it is just a small wave. Although it rises at the right time, it will disappear at any time. The general trend of the world is gradually becoming clear, so you met your former master and achieved half a lifetime of meritorious deeds. Now, the general trend is colliding, and you have the opportunity to go with it and go against it. If you go with the trend, you will prosper, and if you go against it, you will fall with the tide. If you have the courage to make a choice on this matter alone, why should you worry? "