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He was also a seventh-generation descendant of Emperor Taizu of Song.

Therefore, Tong Guan brought up the fact that he was a descendant of Emperor Taizu.

However, it has a large market.

This attracted many people to seek refuge with them.

In addition, many prefectures and counties in the Song Dynasty were plagued by corrupt officials abusing their power.

Seeking refuge with the Great Liang might still mean losing your head.

However, those who defected to the new dynasty could still receive promotions and titles.

Chapter 1802 A Terrible Idea

Therefore, after Tong Guan issued the proclamation,

However, there were quite a few prefectures to which they were loyal.

Zhao Yuan laughed and said, "Tong Guan's previous suppression of Fang La was entirely due to the bravery of the Western Army."

"The Western Army has now reached Qinfeng Road,"

"After I fought alongside them to repel the Western Xia,"

"The Western Army will surely be loyal to our Great Liang."

"Tong Guan has lost the Western Army,"

"That is, they occupied the entire Jiangnan region."

"What is there to fear?"

"Wait until your son defeats the Western Xia,"

"They wiped out Tian Hu and Wang Qing,"

"Then you can lead your troops south,"

"Sweep away the remnants of the Song Dynasty."

"As long as that eunuch doesn't jump into the sea,"

"Your subject will definitely be able to capture him."

Zhu Wu nodded and said, "With Your Majesty leading our Great Liang army..."

"I believe it won't be long,"

"This world belongs to my Great Liang."

"Oh, by the way, Your Majesty, I've come up with another plan,"

"We also captured some descendants of Emperor Taizu of Song,"

“One of them is Zhao Zisong,”

"He is also a sixth-generation descendant of Emperor Taizu of Song,"

"He was of the same generation as Zhao Zicheng, who was supported by Tong Guan,"

"He was a Jinshi (successful candidate in the highest imperial examination) in the fifth year of the Chongning era,"

"Previously he was the Junior Minister of the Imperial Clan Court,"

"In charge of royal family affairs,"

"He held considerable prestige within the Song Dynasty imperial family."

"This humble Taoist suggests sending this person to Jiangnan,"

"To kidnap him and establish another Southern Song Dynasty,"

"To divide the Jiangnan region, so as to prevent Tong Guan from becoming too powerful."

Zhao Yuan asked curiously, "What is this person's temperament like?"

Zhu Wu frowned and said, "This person does have a rather strong and unyielding personality."

"Moreover, he was skilled in both literature and martial arts,"

"I'm afraid it will be difficult to control, which is why I'm hesitant."

Zhao Yuan thought for a moment and said, "Since this person is difficult to control,"

"We don't need to support him to become emperor,"

"Let him go back to Jiangnan."

"That eunuch Tong Guan holds military power,"

"It must just be a puppet."

“Let this man go back and help the emperor fight against Tong Guan.”

"We will send all the descendants of Emperor Taizu of Song back,"

"lest the emperor's power weaken,"

"He became Tong Guan's puppet."

"Tong Guan holds military power,"

"He single-handedly established the Southern Song Dynasty,"

"They will certainly not be willing to relinquish power,"

"There will probably be internal strife at that time."

Zhu Wu nodded and said, "We don't need to do anything about this."

"I will let them head south tomorrow."

"Apart from that, everything has been alright recently, right?" Zhao Yuan asked.

"And one more thing,"

Wen Huanzhang said,

"Your Majesty, news has recently come from the eastern and western parts of the capital,"

"It is said that Song Jiang led his men southwards."

"It seems they are going to seek refuge with Tong Guan."

"Song Jiang? This guy really won't give up,"

Zhao Yuan couldn't help but shake his head.

"By the way, over at Ape Arm Village?"

"Are they making any moves?"

"Yuanbi Village hasn't moved south yet,"

Zhu Wu said,

"I heard from my spies..."

"Although Yuanbi Village is willing to submit to the Southern Song Dynasty,"

"But he was unwilling to become a disciple of Tong Guan."

"So a decision hasn't been made yet."

"In that case, I'll have Liqing go back sometime."

Zhao Yuan pondered,

"Let's see if we can persuade them to join Liangshan."

"Chen Xizhen offended Tong Guan back then,"

"That's why I had no choice but to go to Shandong to escape the disaster."

"Perhaps this time, I can get them to agree."

.....

When everything is done,

The sky has darkened.

Xu Ning somehow found a brush.

Grooming the Jade Lion's mane.

Seeing Zhao Yuan come out,

They only stopped then.

He seemed quite fond of it.

Zhao Yuan laughed and said, "Wait until we destroy the Liao or Western Xia kingdoms."

"We're sure to find plenty of excellent horses,"

"I'll save one for you then."

Xu Ning cupped his hands and said, "Then I thank Your Majesty in advance."

"Your Majesty has traveled a long way,"

"They must be tired too,"

"I won't keep Your Majesty from resting any longer."

Zhao Yuan also cupped his hands and said, "Alright, let's get together another day."

After leaving the palace,

Zhao Yuan then headed towards the Royal Bank on Imperial Street.

Just as we approached the Royal Bank,

Then two carriages came out.

The coachman saw the king,

They hurriedly stopped the carriage.

He asked the question in surprise.

Ren Jinnu was resting with her eyes closed inside the carriage.

Hearing the noise outside,

Puzzled, he lifted the curtain.

Staring at Zhao Yuan in disbelief,

"When did Your Majesty return?"

The other palace maids sitting in the carriage all bowed and greeted them.

Zhao Yuan nodded to everyone.

"Just got back, stopped by here to take a look,"

"I didn't expect you hadn't returned to the palace yet."

Ren Jinnu smiled and said, "Your Majesty, please get in the carriage and let's talk."

Zhao Yuan rode his horse for a whole day.

I'm actually quite tired.

However, there were several palace maids sitting in the carriage.

It's already completely full.

Zhao Yuan laughed and said, "Forget it, I'll be squeezed in if I go in."

I'll talk to you again later.

"I'll ride back."