Chapter 2385 Dear brother, do you understand?
When the people of Chang''an were accepting all kinds of new things in a daze, not knowing what the changes might lead to, the noble sons of Sanfu in Chang''an could be said to have been beaten to the point of confusion by the hussar general''s stick. Incessantly.
The children of the clan and ordinary people are actually the same, and they are divided into three, six or nine. Some of the upper-class gentry children may have received some news a long time ago, while the gentry children who are farther away from the central court may have known about the policy changes at about the same time as ordinary people.
『Someone is thinking...』
"No, no, don''t think about it, your idea is very dangerous..."
What do you mean? 』
Can’t you see this? Where does this Pang represent? What about Wei? There is also a horse..."
How…how can this be done? 』
『O God...This is so unconscionable…』
A circle of people were wailing.
Because they find that it is getting harder and harder to become an official and the risks of making money are getting bigger and bigger.
In the past, they could collude with each other because if something happened, they would just cover each other up and get rid of the person who raised the problem. But now when the person who raised the issue is not a **** but a big boss, these people are in extreme pain. , and began to lament, feeling as painful as having his heart, liver, spleen, and lungs cut off.
But before their emotions or opinions could reach a higher level, they were knocked back by another wave. Representing the great victory in Hanzhong, the queue escorting the Xiqiang prisoners finally entered the Chang''an Sanfu.
??The prisoners were escorted by Gao Wutong and Yun Er. These two guys arrived all the way from the Western Regions to Chang''an. They were somewhat hopeful and worried. Of course, Gao Wutong is mainly worried about this guy Yun Er. Ever since he knew he was going to enter Chang''an, he has never closed his mouth...
『How much reward do you think the hussar general will give me? ” Yun Er chuckled, seeming to see the dazzling brilliance of gold and silver.
?Gao Wutong: "…"
『Hey, when the time comes, I’ll eat all the delicious food in Chang’an… Do you think it’s enough? 』
?Gao Wutong: "…"
『I’m talking to you, but you can’t answer me? 』
Gao Wutong sighed helplessly, "You''ve asked these questions three, no, five times. What else do you want me to say?" 』
“Hey, let me just talk about it casually, just talk about it...” Yun Er laughed and beamed.
After entering Guanzhong, Yun Er became more and more excited. Mainly because he had never seen many things before. They were so novel. If Gao Wutong hadn''t been holding the reins all the time, bah, he had been persuading him. The guy just ran away to have fun.
An animal like Yunji, who is basically a single-celled animal, basically has nothing in his mind. When he goes into battle, he fights. After the fight, he eats and drinks. After eating and drinking, he goes to bed. After sleeping, he waits for the next fight. If he can There are some fun and delicious things, but they are just so joyful.
But Gao Wutong is not like this. Since arriving in the Western Region and then returning from the Western Region, Gao Wutong has become even more silent in comparison.
It was not only Yun Er who was troubled, but also a noisy little official.
??Gao Wutong and others needed to station themselves at the school field outside Chang''an City first, and they did not just take the prisoners into the city in a daze.
The person in charge of connecting with Gao Wutong was a small official from Youfufeng, whose surname was Li Mingfeng. He was full of praise for Gao Wutong and others all the way, either sincerely or because he wanted to get a ride. After all, think about it a little bit. Everyone knows that once a prisoner is sacrificed, the reward will come soon, right? Even if you don''t get a ride, it''s nice to become familiar with him.
“The great victory at Longyou spread throughout the three auxiliaries. It was a great victory that had not been seen in thirty years. It made people excited when they heard about it, and they jumped up and down..."
"Although I am not very brave, I still yearn for the battlefield. Now that I see you brave men, I am very lucky..."
"Now within the three auxiliaries, everyone is eagerly waiting for you warriors..."
Gao Wutong responded with an awkward yet polite smile.
From a distance, some common people saw Gao Wutong''s queue and couldn''t help but stand by the roadside. They did not dare to hinder the army''s march, but looked at it with a look that Gao Wutong could not describe, and then looked deeply. He bent down to salute, and then some scattered sounds started to sound, interrupting the croaking of Yun Er and Li Feng...
『The great Han is victorious! 』
『The hussar is victorious! 』
?Then more people joined in shouting, "Ten thousand victories, ten thousand victories!" 』
I don’t know why, Gao Wutong suddenly felt that the annoyance and worries in his heart had faded a lot, and then a smile appeared on his face...
…(*^__^*)…
??In a small side room in the Zuixian Tower in Chang''an, two people were sitting opposite each other drinking.
?One of them held up a wine glass and poured out his complaints.
"Two years ago, no, three years ago, I said that this son is an extraordinary person and should not be taken lightly... But my elder brother said to be cautious, to be cautious... He said that in the Shangyong area, all three roads are open, which is extremely troublesome. Big, there are many problems, so be careful... I listened at the time and didn’t say anything else..."
"Later, the Hussars came out of Hangu and attacked Xu County. The world was shocked. My brother, I once again said that people like this who are prone to shock the world should make plans as soon as possible...Then, the Hussars retreated, and my brother said to look at it again. …』
『Be careful, let’s wait and see...』
"This land of Shangyong, although there are mountains in the north and south, but it is connected to three states, and the land is small and the people are insignificant..."
Shen Yi shook her head, the wine in the wine glass sloshed and spilled a lot.
The Shen family is a Shangyong surname, and the place is powerful. It has strong local strength in the Shangyong area.
?Shangyong is a very special place.
In other words, what is not special about China? To become a unified person, one must have great perseverance!
Historically, Shangyong was generally similar to Qingxu''s Taishan Army in that it was in a semi-independent state. It was not until Sima Yi defeated Meng Da and moved Shen Yi to Luoyang, which was the Xincheng Rebellion in the region, that the hidden dangers here were completely eliminated. .
??In ancient times, Shangyong was a descendant of the Guyong Kingdom and the Rongcheng family. During the Yellow Emperor''s reign, Rongchen began to slowly form. When King Wu conquered Zhou, the Guyong Kingdom was once the leader of the Western Eight-Nation Alliance. During the Spring and Autumn Period and the Warring States Period, the Guyong Kingdom even took the initiative to attack the Chu Kingdom. Repeated victories made the Guyong Kingdom lose its wariness towards the Chu Kingdom and believed that "Chu" If you are not equipped with enough equipment to fight, then you will naturally be hammered.
? King Zhuang of Chu united Qin and Ba, and the three countries jointly attacked the Guyong Kingdom, and finally destroyed the Yong Kingdom. The three kingdoms divided the Guyong Kingdom, and then until later generations, Shaanxi, Shu and Hunan also divided its land.
?In ancient times, mediocre people were good at making utensils and building cities. It is said that Luoyang City, Luoyang City in the Western Zhou Dynasty, was built by mediocre people, so mediocre people were also called "Yongren".
When Zhang Lu was still in Hanzhong, because he could not actually control the Shangyong area, he could only shrink to the Nanzheng area. For example, the Shangyong area in Xicheng was always under commission, and even people could not be included.
?Later, Fei Qian captured Hanzhong, but due to many factors, Fei Qian did not take any action against the large households in Hanzhong, which was almost equivalent to an appointment. When Huang Cheng was training troops in Shangyong, he once controlled the command of Shangyong County. Later, Huang Cheng was transferred and Zhang Ze took an advantage. However, neither Huang Cheng nor Zhang Ze actually had control over Shangyong. Not quite.
There are many mountains and forests around Shangyong, and some forts control almost all the areas that can be cultivated.
?Zhang Ze’s subordinates at most still have some control over Shangyong County. Outside the county, they are basically within the scope of Shangyong’s large households. This is also the reason why Wei Yan came and went in and out of Shangyong territory, but very little information was reported to Zhang Ze.
This is also the special skill of the powerful families in Shangyong. Historically, they even took a lot of advantage here and there. It was not until the late Three Kingdoms that they were completely eliminated. And from a certain perspective, these wealthy families in Shangyong also led to A factor in Guan Yu''s death...
"...The Battle of Hanzhong was originally caused by Zhang''s greed...Earlier, when Zhang followed the Hussar, he was the first to lie down. Until the beginning of the Xiqiang War, Zhang thought he had an opportunity, so he did the opposite..." Shen Yi said at the moment it seemed like She was filled with righteous indignation, but in fact Shen was pretending to be deaf and dumb to Zhang''s actions at the time, pretending that she didn''t know what to do, and just wanted to take advantage of the opportunity to do something...
"Ms. Zhang despises Hussar...I also said that I should contact Husband earlier..." Shen Yi drank all the wine, then put it on the table and sighed, "It''s a pity...Hey, my brother said to wait a moment..." Now, I am burdened by the Zhang family..."
Shen Yi really hates Mr. Zhang, and when he talks about it, it feels like he is gnashing his teeth and eating his flesh raw.
In fact, everyone in the Shen family was really deceived by Zhang.
When Zhang Ze''s men were in Shangyong, of course, for the sake of stability, they often announced some of Zhang''s big plans, especially the fact that Zhang and Cao Cao had reached an agreement, and Cao Cao''s army would come from Jingzhou to support him, which was even more convincing. , there are even names, places and physical evidence, it’s just like the real thing.
Next to Shangyong is Fangling, and to the east of Fangling is Xiangyang, so if Cao''s army really sends troops, they will naturally arrive at Fangling very quickly, or even the Shangyong area, so Shen felt that there was no If you have to bet so early, you have to wait until the winner is finally determined before putting your chips up.
Shen Yi let out a long sigh, then poured herself another glass of wine and drank it, her face full of sorrow.
?Who would have thought of that?
The force displayed by Zhang Liao, Wei Yan, and Zhu Ling at the gate of Nanzheng City frightened all the powerful families in Hanzhong to the point of peeing.
Zhang Ze committed suicide on the day when the city was destroyed.
It is right to say that it is better to die than to live. Only when you know that life is worse than death, you will seek death.
Although Nanzheng City is not as steep as Xiongguan, it has been managed by the Zhang family for many years. With the addition of Yangping Pass and the North and South Camps, it can be said that almost everyone in Hanzhong considered its defense system before it was attacked by hussars and horses. Strong enough and difficult to defeat.
At least it cannot be conquered in a short time.
The result was beyond everyone’s expectation!
??When the Vulcan stone cannon roared and defeated Zhang''s city defense in Nanzheng, it actually also defeated the defense of all the powerful nobles in Shangyong, Hanzhong...
Zhang Ze chose to commit suicide because he not only knew that he could not survive, but also knew that other Zhang''s Wubao had also lost the capital to negotiate terms with Zhang Liao, Wei Yan, and Zhu Ling!
The Zhang family has no choice but to surrender, a complete surrender, and still have a chance to survive. In front of the Vulcan stone cannon, Nanzheng''s city defense is like paper. Could it be said that the Zhang family''s Wubao Manor scattered around Hanzhong can be better than Nanzheng''s? Does Zheng need to be stronger? Therefore, the day the city was destroyed, it was equivalent to the collapse of all the Zhang family''s forts at the same time. Only Zhang Ze took all the blame and cut off all connections with himself, was it possible to preserve more or less one''s life. A little bit of Zhang’s flesh and blood…
Not within the Zhang family, but outside the Zhang family.
For example, the descendants of the Zhang family who surrendered early...
Children born to several Zhang girls who married outside...
Or it was adopted to someone else in the past...
If Zhang Ze does not die, then most of the surrounding "connected households" will inevitably throw out all those who are not Zhang''s family members in order to be exempted from liability, and Zhang Ze commits suicide in the city, just like some criminals who committed suicide in later generations. In a similar way, some matters may no longer be pursued.
The Zhang family was destroyed, and the Shen family was so frightened that they had diabetes.
Because Shen''s confidence is also in Wubao around Shangyong and Xicheng...
And although the Shen family helped Wei Yan intentionally or unintentionally after the arrival of Wei Yan, and did not continue with the Zhang family, the problem is that everyone can understand now that the overall pattern of Shangyong in Hanzhong is completely different. The Shen family It is no longer possible to continue as before.
? Local powerful people controlled the surrounding land and farmers through Wubao, and it has become a common practice to use these mutually dependent Wubao as capital to resist the Han regime.
?Now I suddenly find that the Wubao that I thought was strong and that I was very proud of is suddenly like an egg shell, breaking when touched. This kind of psychological gap is not a big one.
What''s more, he may be dragged into the water by Zhang at any time...
Self-rescue became Shen’s urgent concern at the moment.
…I think of me, the Shen family, who moved to Shangyong a hundred years ago, cleaned up water conservancy, cultivated mulberry trees, made friends with all parties, and became good friends with Ji Di...but I never thought of today..."
『My younger brother came to Chang’an this time just to seek some life for the Shen family! However, I went to Hussar Mansion to pay my respects... five times! The younger brother voted five times before and after! Returning with no success every time, just like a stone sinking into the sea, with no news! And what is mediocre is... I feel bitter in my heart... bitter..."
“I know, it’s very presumptuous of me to ask my brother for help today... It’s just that we all underestimated the strength of the Hussars... Today we are the best in Hanzhong, but where will we be tomorrow?” If the Shen family followed the Zhang family and perished together today, if it was the case in the past...who could speak up to uphold justice? 』
"The hussars are being defeated one by one now. If...if we let it go, I''m afraid in the end..." Shen Yi said this, sighed, and looked out the window of the restaurant.
The restaurant faces the street.
?Because Zuixian Tower itself is a place with a large flow of people, the surrounding area is also very lively, with shops and stalls everywhere, pedestrians coming and going in an endless stream, and several children laughing and playing in the alley.
??The sun was shining on the street, and the patrol inspector led three or five inspectors, riding horses to patrol slowly along the street. On the high platform at the corner of the street, soldiers carrying longbows were on duty, and the iron plates on the brim of their helmets reflected the cold light...
Brother Pei! Please save my little brother’s family from water and fire! "Shen Yi seemed to be stung by the cold light. She suddenly closed her eyes and shed tears. She left the table and kowtowed to the middle-aged man opposite. "Shen Yi, if you are asked to do anything in the future, you will definitely go through dangers and fires. You will never refuse. ! 』
Pei Yuan stretched out his hand and gave Shen Yi a hand, and then sighed, "It''s not because I''m cruel, but because this matter... is really difficult..."
Shen Yi also went to Chang''an to study in the east of Hedong, and had a relationship with Pei Yuan. After her request to see Qiusi failed, and then some nobles in Guanzhong were unwilling to get angry and avoided him one after another, it was natural that The only life-saving straw left was Pei Yuan.
At least Pei Yuan is still a councilor of the Council of Laws, and he still has some reputation.
As for Pei Yuan, he is very poor...
Relatively poor.
Of course, the senators of the Senate are paid a salary. If these salaries are used for daily expenses, of course there is no problem, but since you are an "important position" in the Senate, how can you not have some welcome and send-offs, attend some elegant cultural events, wine tastings, unobstructed conferences, etc. ?
?Then the Senate’s salary as a senator is naturally not enough.
??Pei Yuan''s father has passed away, and his capital in Hedong is not very rich. In addition, he and Pei Mao had conflicts before, so it is extremely difficult to get Pei Mao''s support. And if he really reaches out to Pei Mao to ask for money, Pei Mao will probably give it, but Pei Yuan will naturally have to pay the corresponding price...
Pei Yuan''s purpose in coming to Chang''an was to establish his own business. Of course, he did not want to become Pei Mao''s dog just for a few dollars.
There is no way to reduce expenditures, but we can only find ways to increase revenue.
Although it is much more open, although the income has increased a lot, naturally there are many more risks. This time, the "Rhythm of Grand" made by General Qinglong Temple Riding made Pei Yuan Yeye. You can''t object openly because you are afraid of attracting the attention of others, so you can only make a fool of yourself. If you open your mouth at conferences and meetings, you must fight against corruption, and if you keep silent, you must fight against malfeasance.
The slogans make the mountains ring, but my heart feels weak.
It can’t be seen yet!
I’m so tired. How did you become an actor?
This is how it is made!
?? Pei Yuan has saved a lot of money through various channels in the past two years, but this money will bite his hand, if something goes wrong...
?Pei Yuan didn''t have the ability to jump out and fight the hussars, so he naturally thought of the corresponding strategy.
There is no need to leave me here, I have my own place to stay!
??Taking advantage of the time gap before the big plan was struck, I couldn''t survive under the hussars anymore, so I fled, bah, emigrated, bah, went to other places for academic exchanges!
??If you want to have academic exchanges, of course you can’t do without something close to you.
Shen Yi, who had nowhere to ask for help, became Pei Yuan''s fat sheep. Naturally, he had to pick one up first. Who knows if there will be another chance to pick up wool? It''s not too late...
Shen Yi took out a few "flying tickets" from the bank and stuffed them into Pei Yuan''s hand.
Huqi banks are all over the world, well, not all over the world, but in most important cities in Huqi territory, even in Xu County, Yecheng, and Wu County, there are Qingyin that can exchange these flying tickets. shop.
?Of course, those within the territory of Xiuqi are the "Han Banks" directly under Xiuqi. If they are within the territory of other princes, they are the banks controlled by other princes. After all, the princes in these places also need to do business with Hussar.
Drunken with fairy wine, painted with a golden fan…
Pei Yuan glanced at it slightly, pinched it, with an angry look on his face, "What do you mean?" Who do you think I am? 』
"I just want to ask for some advice from my brother, nothing else..." Shen Yi looked slightly moved, took out some more "flying tickets", then bowed again and presented them to Pei Yuan.
Pei Yuan''s eyes quickly slid back and forth on the "Flying Ticket" a few times, and he calculated the number. The angry look on his face disappeared. Then he subconsciously looked around, raised his big sleeves, and stood up to speak. , get up and talk..."
"If it were someone else... I would definitely ignore it..." Pei Yuan looked at Shen Yi and said in a low voice, "But you and I are old friends, I am really... that''s it, that''s it... there is only one way to survive now..."
Shen Yi moved forward and stuffed some more things into her hands, "Brother, please give me some advice..."
“I wonder, dear brother, have you ever heard that... after the victory of the battle between Xiqiang and Xiqiang, there will be sacrifices of captives? "Pei Yuan has one thing and two things. Of course, there is nothing awkward about the movement of putting it away this time, "Xiandi... do you understand? 』
(End of this chapter)