Chapter 1177 The price of infighting (3)
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When Cao Huachun rushed to Nanzhili to announce the imperial edict, he felt bitter inside. After so many years in the palace, he had been trying to compete for power with Wang Chengen, but unfortunately he always failed. He was forced to leave the palace and governor the Beijing camp. This position, which seemed to be a glorious position to outsiders, was only Cao Huachun understood the meaning and stayed away from the emperor and the palace. Without receiving the order, he was not allowed to enter the palace. For eunuchs who rely on the emperor to obtain power, this meant that they were weakened.
When Cao Huachun finally realized that he could not compete for power with Wang Chengen, eunuchs such as Qin Sande had already taken office. Cao Huachun, who was unwilling to fall behind, began to deliberately please Wang Chengen, and could barely maintain his position in the palace.
This time, he accepted the imperial edict and went to the Nanzhili army to supervise the army. It was bittersweet. Zhu Yousong and Qin Sande were all going back to the capital, and they returned to the capital as prisoners. Zhu Yousong was removed from the position of Minister of War. The Grand Secretary of the Cabinet Qian Qianyi also served as Minister of War, and commanded the defense and offensive matters of Nanzhili. Such an arrangement made Cao Huachun not so heavy, and the main responsibility was obviously on Qian Qianyi.
But the problem also exists. Qian Qianyi has never had much favoritism for eunuchs, and has never had any public or private contact with eunuchs. He said that he was awarded important responsibilities this time and did not communicate with him, the military supervisor.
Besides, being placed in Nanzhili as the military supervisor, anyone can see that this is a fire pit. Nanzhili has become an absolute front line. Even more dangerous than Liaodong. Maybe when Su Tiancheng led the Jiangning Camp, he took over the entire Nanzhili. Cao Huachun, the military supervisor, still had no good ending.
Because he was going to Nanzhili to announce the imperial edict, Cao Huachun took the lead and Qian Qianyi set out later.
The situation in Nanzhili was very tense. With the responsibility, Cao Huachun dared not waste time. He gritted his teeth and persevered, and rushed to Nanzhili as quickly as possible.
The Mid-Autumn Festival is an important festival, and the people attach great importance to it. In addition, the mooncakes in Nanjing are very famous because of the arrival of the festival. The officials in Nanzhili temporarily forgot about the attack. Even Zhu Yousong secretly gave gifts. After such a long period of operation, the army stationed inside and outside Nanjing City reached 110,000. Relying on these troops and the strict defense of Nanjing City, they will definitely be able to withstand Su Tiancheng's attack.
The memorial has been submitted to the court, and I believe the imperial edict will be delivered soon. In Zhu Yousong's opinion, it is certain that he has encountered some reprimands. As for Qin Sande, he is probably going to leave Nanjing.
The connection between Zhu Yousong and Sun Tai is becoming increasingly close, especially in terms of how to defend Nanjing City and how to allocate troops, almost all the two discussed it. Although Qin Sande was still in Nanjing, he was as if he had disappeared and he just asked about anything. He just stayed in the room every day and didn't go anywhere.
Qin Sande's purpose was basically achieved. Although he was not particularly satisfied, for example, Sun Tai, the Minister of War in Nanzhili, did not encounter much. However, Zhu Yousong was completely finished. He knew the content of the imperial edict and the storms in the capital, and the Dongchang was also ready. Zhu Yousong should not think about returning to the capital, and he would lose his life halfway. Even the apology after suicide was written on his behalf.
Looking at the busy Zhu Yousong in the official office, Qin Sande was cold-hearted and did whatever he wanted to achieve his goal. Since Zhu Yousong was so confident, then try the final bitter fruit by himself.
Cao Huachun did not go directly to the official post, but entered the imperial palace in Nanjing.
Zhu Yousong, Qin Sande, Sun Tai and others had been waiting in the palace for a long time.
When Cao Huachun announced the imperial edict, only Zhu Yousong and Qin Sande participated.
"...I am deeply disappointed, so I immediately removed Zhu Yousheng from his position as Minister of War, took him to the capital to question, removed Qin Sande from his position as the military supervisor, and went to the capital to question..."
Zhu Yousong, who was stunned, even forgot to thank him. He was soon removed from his official hat and shackled by the Jinyiwei and Dongchang man who had already prepared. As for Qin Sande, he went to the capital to question the crime and did not need to be escorted. Naturally, he did not need to be treated like this. In addition, Qin Sande's eunuch Bingbi and Dongchang Mansion are still in his position, so who dares to offend him?
Zhu Yousong, who woke up, his eyes turned red in an instant, turned his head to look at Qin Sande. Unfortunately, Zhu Yousong woke up too late. It was already here, and he was powerless to turn things around. Thinking about Sun Tai's original reminder, thinking about Qin Sande's health for so long, and he was doing big things for such an imperial edict.
Zhu Yousong thought about speaking, but unfortunately, the Jinyiwei and Dongchang man who escorted him had already received instructions, and there would be no chance. Someone immediately stuffed a block into Zhu Yousong's mouth, making Zhu Yousong unable to speak.
The next day was the Mid-Autumn Festival. Qin Sande, who was guilty, was unwilling to continue staying in Nanjing. The nights were long and there were many dreams. He still had things to do on the way, so he left Nanjing after a simple handover with Cao Huachun.
At the time of Mao, everyone set out and didn't see Zhu Yousong for a night. Even Qin Sande was very surprised. Zhu Yousong was half white and could not speak. The Jinyiwei and the Dongchang mansion had some methods to make Zhu Yousong unable to speak, and he could not tell any grievances. As for how to meet the emperor after returning to the capital, it didn't matter. In the eyes of everyone, Zhu Yousong was already dead.
The route chosen by Qin Sande was to pass Chuzhou and Luzhou Prefecture and enter Henan directly.
Two days later, everyone left Yingtian Prefecture and entered Chuzhou. Qin Sande, who was impatient, began to implement his plan.
Ironically, Qin Sande was still extremely noble in the escort along the way, and he had a dedicated person to serve everything, but Zhu Yousong did not have such luck. You should know that the Jinyiwei and Dongchang men who went to Nanjing to perform missions were directly approved by Wang Chengen. It is very clear how to do it. In the eyes of these people, Qin Sande was still the eunuch who was the eunuch of Bingbi and the factory owner of Dongchang.
Qin Sande looked at Zhu Yousong, who was haggard and spoke expressionlessly.
"Mr. Zhu, the court must hold the responsibility for the defeat of Nanzhili. The imperial edict has been issued. Lord Zhu also understands the reason. We have some words from our family that we don't want to say, but we are in a hurry to follow the power. We have a letter here. After Lord Zhu read it, he signed it or pressed the fingerprints on it. All the problems have been solved. Our family will definitely treat Lord Zhu's family well. Lord Zhu can rest assured that as long as our family speaks, no one in the capital dares to touch the family."
Zhu Yousong's face was a little distorted. He thought of all possibilities these days. Judging from the content of the imperial edict, he took on all his responsibilities. However, when he arrived in the capital, he could always meet the emperor. Moreover, Sun Tai, the Minister of War in Nanzhili, and Ma Shiying, the Governor of Fengyang, were always able to stand up and testify, but he was still negligent. Since Qin Sande had made all the preparations, how could he not think of these?
After being fed to the mute medicine, Zhu Yousong was unable to speak, and his anger could only appear on his face.
A man from Dongchang held up a letter and asked Zhu Yousong to read the contents above.
As he looked, Zhu Yousong's body began to tremble violently and his face turned red. Unfortunately, he could not speak, otherwise any kind of vicious words could be said.
Perhaps to stimulate Zhu Yousong more, Qin Sande spoke again.
"Mr. Zhu definitely doesn't want to sign it on it, and our family can understand it. However, if we say something ugly about our family, even if Mr. Zhu doesn't sign it, our family can think of a solution. In short, this responsibility is that Lord Zhu alone has taken it. Now that things have come to this, our family also advises Lord Zhu that the so-called people who know the times are heroes, and there is no chance for him. If the adults insist on not being willing to sign, our family will not dare to take care of their families. The system of the court is clear."
These few words hit Zhu Yousong's key points. Of course he knew the system of the court, and he also knew Qin Sande's power. What is even more frightening is that behind Qin Sande is Wang Cheng'en, a eunuch who can always make suggestions to the emperor. It is impossible to see the emperor. Tonight is Zhu Yousong's last day in the world. When things have come to this point, it is better to admit defeat and take the blame, and exchange for peace for the family, as long as King Fu is not implicated.
The facts are always uncoverable and will eventually be exposed. I am afraid that at that time, it will be the time for him to be sad about Zhu Yousong's grievances.
Zhu Yousong did not hesitate too much, picked up a pen and signed the name on the letter.
Qin Sande carefully put away the letter and spoke to Dongchang before leaving.
"Mr. Zhu has an extraordinary identity, and it makes it clean and neat."
Capital, Hall of Care.
Looking at Qin Sande kneeling in front of him, looking at the apology written by Zhu Yousong, and learning that Zhu Youjian had no idea about Zhu Yousong's suicide. He had discussed it with Wang Chengen, Zhou Yanru and others for a long time. Zhu Yousong was still responsible. Because of the disastrous defeat in Nanzhili, Wuyan faced the court and the family, and chose to commit suicide. He thought about holding Zhu Yousong's family responsible, but now it seems that it is unnecessary. In addition, Wang Chengen and others also advised him.
Since Zhu Yousong took the responsibility alone and had a clear apology, it was not necessary to hold Qin Sande accountable, not to mention that Zhu Youjian had to rely on the Dongchang to do things.
After saying a few words of reprimand, Zhu Youjian stood up and left.
Qin Sande overcomes the difficulties like this.
Chapter completed!