Hello Chang’an

Chang Suining looked at the crowd and said, "Masters, you don't need to be polite. Please sit down and talk."

Everyone should say "yes" and sit down in the chairs on the left and right sides.

At this point, except for Anzhou and Huangzhou, all the governors of the other ten states were here. Although their actions were sequential, none of them was absent in the end.

Chang Suining looked at the eldest among them and asked with concern: "Is Mr. Shen's illness completely cured?"

Hearing this, Shen Wenshuang, the governor of Chuzhou, hurriedly raised his buttocks as soon as they touched the chair, stood up, and saluted and replied: "I miss you during the Labor Day... I have recovered from my illness!"

Chang Sui Ning nodded with peace of mind: "I originally thought that after the Anzhou incident was over, I would bring famous doctors from Jiangdu to visit Mr. Shen. Now that Mr. Shen has recovered from his illness, that would be great."

Shen Wenshuang's heart trembled, and he bowed deeply again: "How dare! How dare you trouble the Lord Envoy!"

If he really waits for the other party to come to his door, he is afraid that what is waiting for him is that the medicine will cure his life and his life-threatening illness will disappear!

Shen Wenshuang regretted his mistake.

Previously, there were six states that had not expressed their willingness to obey Chang Suining. Apart from Shuzhou, Guangzhou, and Shenzhou, which were reining in the cliff, and Anzhou and Huangzhou, which fell off the cliff and were shattered to pieces, the only one left was Chuzhou.

Because of this, when he announced his name, Shen Wenshuang's voice was the least confident, revealing a sense of uneasiness and guilt.

Shen Wenshuang is in his fifties, has gray hair on his temples, and has no great ambitions. He has devoted his life to watching the wind in order to become a competent wall man and make a living in the cracks of the wall.

Therefore, strictly speaking, he has no hostility towards Chang Suining, but is keen to take sides cautiously.

From the beginning, Shen Wenshuang paid close attention to the trends of each state. After the attitude of each state became clearer, he calculated again and again. It was known that the five states were unwilling to recognize Chang Suining as the new owner. Except for Hezhou, the other states It can't be said that they are very convinced, but Shenzhou and the others still have a good chance of winning...

So he decided to try pretending to be deaf and dumb.

But it is different from Shenzhou and other places. In terms of geographical location, compared to Shenzhou and other places on the western edge of Huainan Road, Chuzhou is located northeast of Jiangdu. Jiangdu is less than two hundred miles away, with Huainan on its back. Water, facing the Yellow River Ocean in the east, the retreat is extremely narrow, and it is really a matter of survival in the cracks.

Therefore, Shen Wenshuang did not dare to be careless and presumptuous. When faced with Chang Suining's summons, he did not refuse outright or continue to pretend to be deaf and dumb. Instead, he reservedly and carefully chose to close his eyes, lie down on the couch, and just pretend. sick.

Because he heard that Chang Suining secretly sent spies to various states to investigate the situation, Shen Wenshuang often stayed up all day long in order to act realistic enough to deceive possible informants. After lying like this for three days, he gradually changed from pretending to be sick to being really sick, which was a kind of fulfillment.

He sent people to report to Jiangdu frequently. On the first day, he reported that he was suffering from an illness. Two days later, he reported that the illness was not cured. After another two days, he reported that the illness was getting worse. He tried to show his sincerity by sending messages frequently. , in order to advance, attack, retreat or defend before the situation becomes clear, and stabilize the position of the grasshopper.

When Shen Wenshuang was about to send the fourth letter to Jiangdu, he suddenly heard the urgent news of mixed joy and sorrow from Anzhou - the mourners were Cao Hongxuan and Sheng Baoming's heads, and the happy news was that the person who asked their heads to move was Jiangdu Changjie. make.

Shen Wenshuang suddenly shuddered.

Hearing it again, the governors of Shuzhou and Guangzhou are about to arrive in Jiangdu City... Although Shenzhou and Dingsu didn't come, they were not idle either. They were beside Changjie envoy to help pass the sword!

In this case, he is the only one left!

Shen Wenshuang sat up in shock when he was dying and rushed to Jiangdu City day and night.

Previously, he felt that Chuzhou was too close to Jiangdu, and felt that the distance was like a knife hanging above his head; now he hates that the two places are too far apart, and he cannot reach them immediately!

Shen Wenshuang traveled day and night and arrived in Jiangdu early yesterday morning, only one day faster than Chang Suining.

At this moment, he was standing there, maintaining the gesture of bowing and saluting, with cold sweat breaking out on his forehead. He was very unsure about the attitude of the girl above him. Should he take the initiative to kneel down and apologize? Are you saying you are really sick? Take out the prepared prescription and sell it at a miserable price? Or move the eighty-year-old mother out to plead for mercy?

While Shen Wenshuang was sweating, the governors of Guangzhou and Shuzhou also felt a little unable to sit still. They had acted in the past, do you want to say something to make amends?

Thinking of this, the governor of Guangzhou turned his head subconsciously and quietly glanced at Ding Su, the governor of Shenzhou and his close neighbor for many years, but saw that he was sitting upright with a calm expression on his face, as if he was not the one who took the lead in scolding Chang Sui Ning before.

Ding Su was very confident. After all, on the banks of the Han River, he had already committed crimes and made meritorious deeds, which was different from the Guangzhou Governor and others.

While Ding Su was conscious of his superiority, he recalled his experience of "forsaking darkness and embracing the light", feeling sad and happy in his heart -

He had known Anzhou governor Cao Hongxuan for many years and had close contacts. After Chang Sui Ning took over as Jiedushi, Cao Hongxuan expressed his dissatisfaction with Chang Sui Ning and the imperial court... The two hit it off and secretly contacted several surrounding states. Want to make things happen together.

The early plans were all in harmony, but when Ding Su learned that Cao Hongxuan had hooked up with Bian Chunliang, he hesitated a little. He thought it was too risky to seek skin from this evil tiger, but Cao Hongxuan didn't care and his determination was hard to change.

When Ding Su was uncertain, his counselors suddenly persuaded him to surrender to Chang Sui Ning.

Ding Su felt like he had just heard a big joke—he just tore up Chang Sui Ning's letter!

He thought that the counselor was crazy, but the counselor suddenly carefully analyzed the pros and cons with him, and told him that now not only the governor of Guangzhou, but also the governor of Shuzhou has rushed to Jiangdu, and the governor of Chuzhou has no hope at all... Now that Anzhou is weak and weak, and wants to make dangerous moves, it is really unbearable to collude.

After Ding Su calmed down, he fell into deep thought.

After the counselor read it tirelessly in his ear for two days, Ding Su finally said: "Even if we put everything aside, I have been friends with Brother Hongxuan for many years, how could I switch sides so easily? Isn't it unkind and unjust..."

Counselor: Got it, we need steps.

That night, five beautiful concubines in Ding Su's mansion were kidnapped.

It was clear that Chang Suining had ordered this matter, and it was obvious that there must be a ghost in the governor's office of Shenzhou. Ding Su's eyes were about to split: "...the most poisonous woman's heart!" 】

As we all know, Ding Su is famous for being lecherous... no, he loves the beauty and cherishes the jade! Taking away five of his beautiful concubines would cost his life!

After struggling for a while, Ding Su clenched his fist and slammed it on the table: [But I, Ding Suruo, just gave in... How will the world and Brother Hongxuan see me! 】

Counselor: Got it, the steps are not enough.

Half an hour later, another maid came crying to report that the old lady was missing too.

Ding Su was shocked and angry, and after a beating, he gradually became depressed.

The other party forced him to make a choice before dawn, otherwise he would kill his mother and concubine.

He could grit his teeth and abandon his beautiful concubine, but if he ignored the mother who gave birth to him and raised him, how would he be worthy of being a human being?

Since ancient times, it is difficult to have both loyalty and filial piety. Brother Hongxuan, I’m sorry!

Furthermore, to say the least...it was Brother Hongxuan who asked him to stand out, which led to him being approached now. For this matter...doesn't Brother Hongxuan himself have no responsibility at all?

Ding Su was heartbroken and finally nodded.

But he waited anxiously in the mansion for half a day, but still didn't see the other party release him. Instead, he asked him to go and meet... The meeting place was actually at an inn somewhere in his city of Shenzhou.

When Ding Su arrived, he first saw his mother and concubines. They were sitting or standing, crowded into a guest room, beating the horse crane loudly, and it was very lively. When he saw him coming, one of the concubines Shi waved his hand at him: [Master Lang, the distinguished guest is next door. ] Ding Su opened his mouth but forgot what to say, and moved his steps in silence.

He met the "distinguished guest" in the guest room next door. What surprised him was that it was Chang Sui Ning who came... She actually came to Shenzhou in person, and entered his Shenzhou City in such a swaggering manner, and He knows nothing!

Chang Sui Ning was sitting in the big chair by the window, with a casual attitude, and said to him: "I have heard for a long time that Governor Ding cursed me every day. Unexpectedly, when I saw you today, you turned out to be an upright scholar." 】

Ding Su's lips trembled slightly.

Then, the other party said: [Dante, the governor, had a saying that was wrong - the so-called woman's heart is the most poisonous, but it is a misinformation and foolish statement. The 'woman' here is originally a 'negative person' and is not suitable to be used. scolded the woman. 】

Ding Su's face turned pale again.

Naturally, he would not be so stupid as to think that the other party was correcting his mistakes in language...

Therefore, the words he just cursed last night reached her ears!

Ding Su thought a lot in an instant. Yesterday, he believed that there was a mole in the governor's house. On the way, he was still wondering who the mole was... But at this moment, what he should be thinking about more is, who else is not a mole?

Shuzhou and Guangzhou will not change their minds for no reason, there must be someone behind the scenes to instigate rebellion... Now his Shenzhou City is probably full of loopholes, otherwise how would Chang Sui Ning dare to take risks alone and provoke him like this on his territory? ?

Sure enough, as if to confirm his guess, Shenzhou Junjun, who had come with him, walked in, knelt down on one knee, clasped his fists, and said to him: [Sir, please put the overall situation first! 】

And the girl in green robe sitting by the window was smiling.

Ding Su was silent for a moment, and finally raised his hand to salute: [I hope the Lord Festival Envoy will give me some advice...]

After taking this step, Ding Su's attitude gradually became docile during the conversation - a man can bend and stretch, and if he wants to do it, he will do it to the extreme!

The counselor and the soldier were beside him, recalling his lord's previous arrogant attitude. Looking at his appearance now, he noticed the difference. One moment he angrily called the other party an "old thief", the next moment he knelt down and shouted "adopted father";

Before they met, he held his knife to his side and said with great ambition: "I must let that little girl see clearly who is the one who can call the shots on the Huainan Road!" 】

After meeting, they made a haha, waved their hands and smiled respectfully: [Anyway, it’s not just me...]

As for the rest, Ding Su naturally followed Chang Suining's arrangements, so it was logical that he would follow up on the "inside-outside coordination" move.

For Ding Su, it is undoubtedly worth it to give up once and get peace at this time.

In contrast, the situation of the Chuzhou governor at this time is not easy to say.

Everyone's thoughts only lasted for a few breaths, but these few breaths were extremely long and torturous for Shen Wenshuang, the governor of Chuzhou.

Just when he was about to kneel down to apologize, he heard a voice from above: "Here comes -"

Shen Wenshuang was shocked - is this going to be delayed? !

Other officials immediately tensed up.

"Sir..." Shen Wenshuang hesitated to speak, and the girl above him said to the clerk who walked in: "Bring a soft cushion for Master Shen."

As he spoke, he smiled at Shen Wenshuang: "Master Shen has just recovered from a serious illness and is traveling in a hurry. He must be particularly tired - and today's discussion will definitely take time. If Master Shen feels unwell during the trip, please let us know in time."

Shen Wenshuang came to his senses and quickly saluted flattered: "Thank you so much, sir!"

There was a hint of hoarse crying in the voice, but it seemed like she was crying with joy - not for a soft cushion, but for escaping a life!

Shen Wenshuang sat down in the cushioned chair, feeling as if he was sitting on a gold medal for immunity from death.

Little did he know that Chang Sui Ning had no intention of touching him from the beginning to the end. Chuzhou and Jiangdu were adjacent, and Chang Sui Ning had already known his character and style clearly - this man was a serious scholar, and he could not learn from others. Customs, but the means are not enough to suppress the officials under his rule.

During the previous battle against the Japanese army, the Chuzhou navy general who escaped before the battle was Shen Wenshuang's subordinate.

Chuzhou is close to Jiangdu and is a coastal city. Chang Sui Ning must make good use of it. As a result, it is imperative to clean up and rectify the order of officials under Chuzhou.

Although Shen Wenshuang lacks means, the advantage is that he only wants stability and is easy to control. After that, she will send several subordinate officials to Chuzhou. The governor Shen only needs to be an auspicious ornament.

As for getting rid of the other party, firstly, it is not necessary. Secondly, if she removes the person, Chuzhou will need to select a new governor. The position of governor is unusual and she cannot appoint it at will. It will only give the court an opportunity to send people over. , but it is not as worry-free as Shen Wenshuang. This is the case in Chuzhou, and it is also the case in other states. If she really goes on a killing spree, the result will only be a wedding dress for the imperial court.

Since it is still useful, it only requires a little tapping without scaring people out.

Chang Suining feels that she still respects the elderly and loves the young.

As Shen Wenshuang sat down in the cushioned chair and the servants served him fragrant tea, the tense atmosphere in the hall calmed down silently.

Chang Suining opened his mouth and got to the point: "I invite you all to come to Jiangdu this time. There are many things that need to be discussed in detail, but to sum them up, it can only be summarized in eight words-"

All the governors were listening attentively and looked at the woman above them who was wearing a scarlet robe with wide sleeves.

Just listen to her words carefully and clearly: "The way to live the people is the way to stabilize the country."

After a brief silence in the hall, voices of response and even praise immediately rang out.

Yun Hui cupped his hands with a firm look in his eyes: "We are willing to send you according to the regular envoys!"

He knew that more than half of these people were just talking nonsense at this moment, but he knew that what Chang Suining said was true, and he sincerely wanted to follow in her footsteps.

Shao Shantong, the governor of Guangzhou, couldn't help but say "hey" in his heart when he saw the envoy's aura. Not to mention, the acting was quite similar. At first glance, he didn't look like he was preparing to rebel at all!

If he hadn't already known that his adviser was instigated by Mr. Qian Shen and knew that the Jiedushi had rebellious intentions, he might not be sure at this moment.

She is indeed a good candidate for rebellion. She is so calm and looks so fake and fake. If she is unpopular, who will be popular?

Shao Shantong kept sighing in his heart. When he was distracted, the counselor behind him coughed slightly and motioned for him to listen carefully.

Shao Shantong came to his senses, oh, you have to listen carefully, this is all laying the foundation for the rebellion! (End of chapter)