Xie Ming

Chapter 459: Night at Wuying Palace (V)
Zhu Cilang used the method of granting the title of Duke as an exception to prevent Xiao Lang from advocating a northern expedition.

Such behavior is really helpless!

"so."

"Well, for the time being, you can just hand over the command of Shandong's military affairs to Huang Degong in Chuzhou!"

"Alas, Xiao Lang, although this is not my original intention, I have no choice but to do it!" Emperor Hongguang took the opportunity to speak out and make the deal.

Upon hearing this, although Xiao had already made preparations, he was afraid that this trip to the south would hinder the war situation in the north. However, he never thought that it would be so bad!

As a result, Xiao Jingchuan couldn't control his emotions for a moment and blurted out the counterattack.

"Yes! Your Majesty!"

"It's not that I don't want to hand over the military power and military affairs, but..."

"Go to the North for peace talks?!"

"What are we talking about?!"

"Cease land and pay compensation?!" Xiao Yan said carelessly.

Upon hearing this, Zhu Cilang was stunned and caught off guard. He became furious and his scales stood on end!
"presumptuous!"

"You" pointed quickly!
Xiao Lang was unwilling to say goodbye, but seeing this, Emperor Hongguang had no other choice but to raise his finger and pause in front of him, looking sullen. After a long while, he had no choice but to swallow his anger and let out a long sigh, suppressing his anger!
"Ugh"

"You, you!"

"Xiao Jingchuan, can I ask you for this once?!"

"Let's put the Northern Expedition to resist the invaders aside for now!"

"do not worry!"

"I am not Zhao Deji from the Southern Song Dynasty. When we are through this period, you, Xiao Jingchuan, will still be my vanguard in the north!"

"Today I swear an oath in front of the portraits of Taizu and Chengzu in this hall!"

"Given the time when the southern border is stabilized and money and food are collected, I will raise troops to the north again, reclaim the territory, return to the old capital, and rebuild the old mountains and rivers of the Ming Dynasty!"

"At that time, you, General Xiao, will charge into battle in the front, and I will coordinate the supply of military supplies in the back!"

"You and I, work together, both inside and outside!"

"Let's fight back to Beijing!"

"Drive the Jiannu Tartars out of the Great Wall, and then march westward!"

"Kill that thief Li and he's a gang of thieves!"

"Restore the former glory of the Ming Dynasty!"

"A great achievement for all eternity!"

"Xiao Jingchuan, is this possible?!"

Emperor Hongguang was angry, but he still tried his best to find words to comfort him!

Although what he said was aspirational, who could not understand it? It was nothing but castles in the air, a pipe dream, and something that could not be relied upon!

But even if I don't quite trust him, after all, it's not easy for the Holy Lord to speak to this extent in person inside the palace of the Imperial City!

Xiao Lang is just a foreign minister and a general. What can he do if the emperor orders him to do so?
The situation is hopeless, don’t act rashly!
Although Xiao was still upset at the moment, after regaining his senses, he could only grit his teeth and adjust himself to play the role of a loyal general again!

"Yes!"

"The general understands!"

"Your Majesty, no need to say more!"

"You want to keep me in Nanjing this time. What are your instructions? Just tell me directly!"

"I, Xiao Jingchuan, will do my best to accomplish this!"

After he finished speaking, Xiao Lang knocked his head on the floor tiles. The general had a resolute and upright temperament, so when he was asked to obey, he naturally obeyed, which was quite suitable!

Look at Zhu Cilang across from me now, it really works!
Emperor Hongguang felt relieved after hearing a huge stone in his heart!
"call--"

"Good! Great."

"I knew it, I didn't misjudge him!"

"That's what I've been waiting for you to say, Xiao Lang!" Zhu Cilang held his forehead with his hand, feeling weak.

"Xiao Lang!"

"It's true that you have made great contributions in defending the northern border against the enemy!"

"However, in order to achieve such a battle, the number of soldiers and horses we have lost is too great!"

"It turns out that I was thinking of waiting for you to return to the capital to discuss with you the matter of rectifying the four towns in northern Jiang!"

"But looking at the situation now, I'm afraid we won't be able to do anything to them for a while!"

"Of course!"

"besides!"

"There is indeed a more urgent task!"

When Emperor Hongguang mentioned this, he felt dizzy and had difficulty standing up, and his face was in pain.

Wang Zhixin, who was standing nearby, wanted to come over and give a helping hand.

After all, it would be difficult to be comfortable sitting on the steps like this, so she followed his wishes, thinking that at least she could help the emperor return to the couch, where he would feel more comfortable.

But Zhu Cilang had no intention of doing so. When he saw someone coming, he waved his hand to dismiss them and refused to cooperate.

At this moment, Xiao Jingchuan saw that someone in front of him had stopped talking, so he also opened his mouth to ask.

"oh?!"

"What's the errand?"

"I hope Your Majesty will release him!" Xiao Yanji.

"Uh, haha, that's it!"

"I intend to use you, Xiao Lang, to catch the corrupt officials and gentry in Jiangnan!"

"As for the incision, it's not difficult to find it. Just use the matter of transporting grain to the north as an entry point!" "You, Xiao Jingchuan, came from the north with me. You have no connection with any of the nobles or officials in the south of the Yangtze River!"

"When I get things done, I have fewer worries!"

"Xiao Lang!"

"I hope you can become a sharp sword and help me to kill the iron-clad and lifeless government in Nanjing!"

"When the time comes, I will appoint you as an imperial envoy to inspect the place. When you arrive, do as you see fit. As long as you can find evidence of a crime, you can kill the wealthy, the gentry, the officials and the court officials first and report later. Kill them if you deserve it!"

"It's all up to you to decide!"

Zhu Cilang spoke enthusiastically about the assignment, his eyes flickering with fierceness as he spoke.

Hearing this, General Xiao was somewhat bewildered.

"Uh, this"

"Your Majesty!"

"I am good at leading troops in battle, but I have never been involved in court affairs before!"

"I, I'm just afraid." Xiao Huai was worried.

With the trend of progress, Zhu Cilang has finally found an opportunity and will not let it go.

"do not be afraid!"

"Even if you make a mistake, I will cover it for you!"

"Xiao Jingchuan!"

"I just ask you one question!"

"Do you have the guts to fight with me against these officials who are just sitting there doing nothing but enriching themselves and harming the public?"

"Let's fight him with real guns and swords?!" Emperor Hongguang had already drawn his bayonet, forcing it towards Xiao Lang's face.

At this point, Xiao Yi had no way to retreat. He took a deep breath, gritted his teeth, and clenched his fists!
"Yes!"

"At your command, Your Majesty!"

"I will obey your orders!"

After saying this, Xiao Jingchuan knocked his head down again with a muffled thud, expressing his determination to break off relations!

In order to fulfill Zhu Cilang’s wish!
Seeing this, Emperor Hongguang finally showed some joy on his face.

At this moment, he was running out of energy and his face turned pale. All of a sudden, the breath gathered in his chest was released, and he felt cold all over, and his headache became even worse!
I am seriously overdrawn, my eyelids are clogging, and I am feeling dizzy!

Wang Zhixin watched carefully, and at the critical moment, he hurriedly took a step forward and stood behind Zhu Cilang.

"Your Majesty!"

"Take care of yourself!" Wang Yan said with concern.

"emperor!"

Seeing the situation, Xiao Jingchuan also knelt down and moved forward, looking very nervous and speechless.

Zhu Cilang was exhausted both physically and mentally. He relaxed and responded with a wry smile.

"No, no problem!"

"It's okay!" he said hoarsely.

"Ah! This"

"General Xiao!"

"You, why don't you go first?"

"Your Majesty, you must be exhausted after all this trouble. You can't handle it anymore!"

"It's not too late to discuss the details tomorrow!" Wang Zhixin knew the situation and spoke on his behalf.

Upon hearing this, Xiao also quickly understood what he meant.

"Oh! Yes, yes!"

"Then the emperor should take a good rest!"

"I will withdraw first!"

"We will discuss subsequent matters later!" Xiao Yu expressed his concern.

"Hehehe"

"Okay, okay!" Zhu Cilang continued like this, with little blood left on his lips and teeth.

"Remember, I will confer the title of Duke on you tomorrow!"

"hehe!"

"Tomorrow morning, I will ask Wang Zhixin to make all the arrangements!"

"You go first!" Emperor Hongguang continued.

"Yes!"

"Thank you, my emperor!"

"I'll take my leave!"

As soon as Xiao Lang finished his words and left, Wang Zhixin also glanced at him hurriedly. Two young eunuchs who were farther away hurried forward to lead the way, and took Xiao Jingchuan away from the palace!
Mid-Autumn Night is almost here!

The bright moon hangs in the sky, and Xiao Lang walks hurriedly alone, rushing towards the palace gate!
In contrast, in front of the gate of Wuying Palace, the night wind was blowing gently.
Zhu Cilang was supported by Wang Zhixin, leaning against the door and gazing deeply!
"Ugh"

"Your Majesty, please stop looking. Let me help you to rest." Wang Zhixin spoke softly as he approached.

Another half hour passed.
"Wang Daban, wait a couple of days until his incident is over and come find Zhizhong."

"Let's bring the third child back from southwest Ji!"

"I miss him!" Zhu Cilang held himself up and suddenly said with a sense of loss.
"Uh, yes"

Inside the palace hall, the master and servant waited for Xiao Buyuan to leave in a long silence, and the heavy doors of the front hall of Wuying Hall were finally closed again.
Lights out, candles extinguished
(End of this chapter)