Chapter 297 Zhang Guifen Holds a Banquet at the Teahouse, Zhao Paner Has some Thoughts

Both Lin Zhaoyuan and Chen Daniu, as well as the other generals in Daizhou, all had an almost fanatical trust in Wei Yuan.

It seems that there is nothing in the world that can stump Wei Yuan.

But now, Lin and Chen are deeply anxious and frightened because of Wei Yuan's uneasiness.

Are there any opponents in this world that make it difficult for Big Brother?

"Brother, are you praising him too much?" Chen Daniu asked.

Wei Yuan slowly stood up, took a deep breath, and said, "Maybe."

Chen and Lin were both silent.

Wei Yuan turned around, looked at them, and said sternly: "When you use military force, it is nothing more than the right time, place, and people."

"The official's family is seriously ill, this is the right time; the north is in turmoil, this is the right location; the teacher is assassinated, this is the harmony."

"Yelüren first occupied the right time, the right place, and the right people. No one can fight."

Hearing this, Chen Daniu frowned and said, "As the eldest brother said, isn't Yelvren invincible in the world?"

Wei Yuan shook his head and said: "Yelüren first wanted to fight a vigorous battle. If this anger is vented, he will be defeated."

After a pause, he told Lin Zhaoyuan, "I will deliver the tassels I asked for once a day."

The latter nodded and said: "Please rest assured, brother, everything has been arranged."

Nowadays, Wei Yuan can somewhat understand the thoughts of the court or officials.

But if he pretends not to understand, he still has to give away the invitation. This is a good time to show his loyalty.

Having said that, he doesn't blame Zhao Zhen for making such an arrangement. He just wanted to let Zhao Xi stand up at the most critical moment and make Zhao Xi the savior in the eyes of the people.

Zhao Zhen is very confident in the foundation he has accumulated during his forty years as emperor.

He believes that even if such a critical moment does come, the overthrow of the Great Zhou Dynasty will never occur.

"By the way, I also need to write to Qin Zhen to tell him that he will confront Ye Luxin first. Remember not to take it lightly. This person has a calm temperament. If he attacks by force, it will be counterproductive."

Wei Yuan added another sentence to Lin Zhaoyuan.

In his opinion, Qin Zhen was definitely no match for Yelu Xinxian.

But with the support of absolutely superior troops, even a fool can't be completely defeated, right?

As long as Qin Zhen can ensure that the main elite force does not suffer heavy losses, then the Great Zhou Dynasty will never suffer the disgrace of Jingkang like the Song Dynasty.

Even if there was really any shame for Jingkang, at most the Liao army would have fought outside Bianjing and then retreated in the face of difficulties.

There is no way that Zhao Zhen and Zhao Xi will all be kidnapped.

In late March of the eighth year of Jiayou's reign, the main forces of Qin Zhen and Yelu Xin had gathered in Daming Mansion.

At this moment, inside Damingfu City.

Qin Zhen was inspecting the city defense, and the messenger sent by Lin Zhaoyuan had just left.

The former said with some dissatisfaction: "It seems that our Lord Wei is not able to lead the troops into battle, and he is feeling quite depressed."

A deputy general asked in confusion: "What does Commander Qin mean by this?"

Although Wei Yuan has been dismissed, his prestige in the army has not diminished at all, and he even has the potential to keep pace with Zhang Fu.

Just because of Wei Yuan's military reform in Yanbian, some generals who had been leading troops all year round saw the dawn of the military in the Great Zhou Dynasty.

"If the Marquis of Wei wasn't upset because he couldn't go into battle to lead the troops, why would he be so far away in the south of the Yangtze River and interfere with the battle ahead?"

When everyone heard Qin Zhen's rhetorical question, they suddenly realized.

It turned out that the young master was dissatisfied with the way Wei Hou was too dictating.

However, apart from taking up the identity of a young master, what achievements have you made to Dazhou?

No matter how bad Lord Wei is, he is still a hero on the border. He has fought against the Liao army with real swords and guns, and he knows the strength of the Liao army.

"The defense of Daming Mansion is impenetrable. In this battle, Yelu Xin will definitely be defeated first! What Marquis Wei said is unfounded!"

When Qin Zhen said this, his tone paused slightly, and then he said seriously:

"Now Daming Mansion has gathered three hundred thousand of our elite troops, and since Yelu Xin's foundation is unstable, I have decided to launch a surprise attack on the Liao army in three days!"

"Who of you agrees and who opposes?"

A surprise attack on the Liao army?

Three days later?

Some soldiers frowned and said: "Commander Qin, there may be something wrong with this. Although Yeluxin came from afar first and has not yet established a stable footing, he built fortifications based on the mountains. It is obvious that he wants to fight a protracted war with our army and rashly launches a surprise attack. Something is wrong."

How bad is it?

Qin Zhen snorted.

At this time, several more generals spoke one after another:

"Commander Qin, there are still 200,000 troops from various places that have not arrived. It is definitely not the best time to fight the Liao army at this time."

"Commander Qin, why not wait until my army arrives to discuss this matter?"

"The general believes that what Marquis Wei said has some truth to it. Yelu Xin has a stable character and must take precautions."

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Some of the generals had been promoted by the British Duke Zhang Fu, and they admired Zhang Fu and even Wei Yuan.

It goes without saying that if Wei Yuan came to Daming Mansion at this moment.

Then, most of the troops under Qin Zhen's command would choose to follow Wei Yuan.

This is the importance of prestige in the military.

Hearing that most of the generals were opposing his decision, Qin Zhen certainly felt uncomfortable.

"enough!"

"Even if there are still 200,000 troops that have not yet arrived, can it be that with my 300,000 elite troops, I can still fear the mere 200,000 Liao troops?"

As soon as this was said, some people still wanted to say something.

However, he was forcibly interrupted by Qin Zhen, "I am the commander-in-chief. I am the marching commander personally ordered by the supervisor. You have no right to refute! Anyone who disobeys the order will be punished under military law!"

When they heard these words, the generals did not dare to say anything more.

Afterwards, one of Qin Zhen's confidants said in confusion: "My young master, even if it is as they said, it is not too late to wait for the 200,000 troops to arrive before fighting the Liao army. Why are you so impatient?"

Qin Zhen said helplessly: "You don't understand. Three hundred thousand against two hundred thousand. If you win, it will be a great victory. It also means that it is not just the young generals of Wei Yuan's party who know how to use troops."

Wei Yuan's party? Aren't you?

The confidant complained in his heart, and asked curiously: "Isn't your relationship with Marquis Wei always very good?"

"It's very good." Qin Zhen stood on the top of the city, looking towards the place where the Liao army camped, and said in a deep voice:

"Because he is good, I don't want to live in his shadow. I want the world to know that I, Qin Zhen, the eldest son of Duke Fu, can also lead troops!"

At this point, he felt lost and murmured: "Brother Wei, don't blame me for not listening to what you said."

"I just didn't want to pass up this opportunity."

First of all, if an army of 300,000 can defeat the Liao army of 200,000, it will definitely have a different meaning than if an army of 500,000 can defeat the Liao army.

Secondly, Qin Zhen finally got an opportunity to lead an army, and he didn't want to miss it.

This is related to whether the new emperor can soar into the sky after he ascends the throne in the future.

After all, he is the eldest son of the Duke of Fuguo. Compared with Wei Yuan, he is no worse than Wei Yuan regardless of his life background!

He also wants to be a leader among his peers! ——

at the same time.

Bianjing.

In Zhao Pan'er's teahouse, many children of powerful people gathered here. Most of them came from aristocratic families.

According to Bianjing's past rules, before and after the New Year, the children of these aristocratic families who have a good relationship will definitely choose a day to gather together, which can be regarded as increasing their affection for each other.

However, during the Chinese New Year, according to rumors, the official family had lost its breath for several times. In addition, it was wartime, so everyone did not dare to act too high-profile.

It's different now. Although it's wartime, people in the palace say that Zhao Zhen's health is gradually improving again.

Therefore, they decided to have a small gathering.

The candidates for the gathering every year are selected from the martial arts disciples of various families, regardless of gender.

Interestingly, the person organizing the party this year was Zhang Guifen.

In the past, she would not have participated in such a gathering, let alone actively organized it.

But this year is different.

This year is the most deserted year in the Zhongyong Hou Mansion.

What Wei Yuan did in Jiangnan attracted the participation of many imperial officials.

As for the people who spoke to Wei Yuan, except for a few public houses, they were several generals who had good relations with Wei Yuan.

Zhang Guifen sometimes wondered, if she had a good relationship with those martial arts disciples, would there be one or two more people who could help Wei Yuan in the court?

Even if this possibility is slim, she is willing to try it for Wei Yuan and the Zhongyong Hou Mansion.

at this time.

In the teahouse.

Rong Feiyan and other women came early.

Zhang Guifen only invited female guests.

However, due to the custom of marriage between noble families, there were also a few male guests who came with their wives.

But what makes people curious is that the young master Qi Heng is also among them.

Before Zhang Guifen arrived, everyone started laughing at Qi Heng and said:

"Young Master is actually here too? Sister Zhang also invited you?"

"My young master came suddenly. Did he fall in love with some girl?"

"With the young master's talent and appearance, if he falls in love with a girl from a certain family, why would he come to meet her secretly? It would be better to go directly to propose marriage. How can he still be rejected?"

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Qi Heng was not angry after hearing these slightly teasing remarks.

The man who just said which girl he fell in love with, after finishing speaking, took a special look at Rong Feiyan.

Uncle Fu Chang's family has been looking for a match for her for a long time, but there has never been a candidate that really satisfied Uncle Fu Chang.

Coupled with the sudden outbreak of war and the official's serious illness, the matter was postponed for the time being.

However, there are rumors that Fuchang Borongxian actually met some satisfied people, but Rong Feiyan was not satisfied.

Another rumor came out that Rong Feiyan's heart belongs to the young master Qi Heng.

When everyone teased Qi Heng, he did not say anything, but Rong Feiyan stood up and spoke.

"Okay, everyone, please stop saying a few words. Sister Zhang will be here soon."

When everyone heard this, they just smiled and stopped teasing Qi Heng.

Instead, he turned around and talked with some people he was close to, talking about interesting things.

For example, which scholar climbed to the top and recited poems, which scholar-official published an anthology of essays, and what stories about talented people and beautiful women.

No one talked about the current war, as if they didn't care.

Today the entire teahouse is serving them.

First floor.

Zhao Pan'er called a boy and asked, "What are those people talking about? I can hear them talking and laughing here."

The boy just came from the second floor. "I don't know who is going back to the shopkeeper. I just vaguely heard that someone got married to someone again."

"That's it?" Zhao Pan'er frowned slightly.

Next to her, her close friend Sun Sanniang came over and asked curiously: "Otherwise, what else can the children of powerful families say?"

Zhao Pan'er stood in front of the counter with her hands on her chin and said gloomily: "Nowadays, even we ordinary people are always paying attention to the war, but they, the children of big shots, are indifferent."

Sun Sanniang shook her head and said: "Just make your tea well. Who is out to do business? Who is like you, always showing concern for the country and the people?"

"How can you worry about the country and the people?" Zhao Pan'er said seriously: "I just feel that we can have what we have today, all thanks to the care of Lord Wei and Madam Wei."

"And Lord Wei is a great hero guarding the border. If there is a war, a big man like Lord Wei must be very worried. You say, our benefactor is worried, how can we remain indifferent?"

What is this all about?

After hearing this, Sun Sanniang couldn't help but complain in her heart. This reason was too forced.

"You."

Sun Sanniang looked at Zhao Pan'er with a smile.

The latter secretly pinched her waist, "What are you laughing at?"

Sun Sanniang twisted her body to avoid it, and said seriously: "Pan'er, we are of low status, you must not think about those things."

Zhao Pan'er nodded impatiently, still holding her chin with both hands, "I know, I know."

Sun Sanniang shook her head and said nothing.

Just then.

Zhang Guifen, dressed in gorgeous clothes, walked into the teahouse.

Behind them were Minglan, Hai Chaoyun and several maids.

Originally, Sheng Changbai and Hai Chaoyun were going to get married.

But because Zhao Zhen was seriously ill, for the sake of political prospects, the Sheng family and the Hai family unanimously decided to postpone the wedding date.

"Madam Zhang, you are here."

Zhao Pan'er hurried over to greet her with a smile.

Zhang Guifen nodded slightly.

Minglan blinked at Zhao Pan'er.

Now, the relationship between the two of them is considered to be close friends.

Zhang Guifen asked: "How many people are here?"

Zhao Pan'er replied respectfully: "Madam, more than 30 people are here, and the entire second floor is full."

Zhang Guifen nodded, then went upstairs, followed by Minglan, Zhao Pan'er and others.

Coincidentally, at this time, some men were discussing the war.

But what they discussed was not the number of casualties in the war, nor was it victory or defeat, but the fact that Wei Yuan failed to lead the troops.

"It seems that the emperor really doesn't want to reuse the loyal and brave marquis. Even such a big battle, the loyal and brave marquis was not allowed to participate."

"No matter what, if it weren't for the prestige of the Duke of Yingguo's mansion, I'm afraid there would be many people in the court who would want to report the Wei marquis."

"When the tree falls, the monkeys scatter. It has been like this since ancient times. After all, the foundation of the loyal and brave marquis' mansion is too shallow. Wei Yuan is too domineering."

"Okay, stop talking. Be careful that the only daughter of the Duke of Yingguo's mansion comes up. When we were young, who didn't get beaten by her?"

"She is also domineering. The couple is really a good match."

"Choosing to invite us to tea at this time, aren't you afraid that the emperor will know and suspect that the marquis' mansion is suspected of forming a party?"

"Why didn't she invite us to the marquis' mansion? Why did she have to come to this teahouse?"

"I don't know."

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Some voices fell into Zhang Guifen's ears accurately.

Minglan was immediately furious, "Aunt."

Zhang Guifen's face was originally gloomy, and she even stopped walking, but when she heard Minglan's voice, Zhang Guifen changed her face and smiled:

"It doesn't matter, they have their mouths, let them talk."