Chapter 5: Purge of the Court (Central)

Although Sima Guang had a great influence, Song Shenzong had made up his mind to take action at this moment. Whoever dared to stand up and talk to Sima Guang was to stroke Song Shenzong's tiger beard.

If it were in the past, there would definitely be many ministers coming out to speak in Sima Guang. At that time, Song Shenzong's emperor's power was not obvious and his majesty was not obvious, and the ministers' awe of him were not too great. Now it is different. Song Shenzong is a saint, and his power is growing more and more. Who dares to stroke his tiger beard?

Although Lu Gong was extremely reluctant to see Sima Guang kill him, he did not dare to say anything. He had to purse his lips tightly, like a chicken, for fear of making a little noise and causing trouble.

Sima Guang wanted to get support very much, but he waited for him, but no one was seen supporting him. He knew that his situation was over.

"Sima Guang, do you think it's better to reform the law or not?" Just as Sima Guang was sad and disappointed, Song Shenzong's voice sounded again.

Sima Guang was the core figure who opposed the reform and the banner of the opposition. When he was forced to ask him this way, he was slapping him in the face. Sima Guang felt frustrated and almost spit out a mouthful of blood.

However, he had to answer, so he had to grit his teeth and stammer: "Report to the official family, the reform is good! The reform is good!"

A sentence that should have been extremely smooth, but he stuttered to him, as if he was a big stutter. The depressed spirit in Sima Guang's heart was indescribable, and it was even more uncomfortable than eating a fly.

He is the core of the opposition and strongly opposes the new law. He has to personally admit that the reform is good, which is even more uncomfortable than killing him.

He was determined not to answer, but facts were better than words. Wu Ji's new army promoted by the border achieved great success and regained the land of Yanyun. Who dared to say that the reform was not good?

Of course, the reform was a comprehensive change, not only civil, but also military. Civil affairs did not achieve decent results under the leadership of Wang Anshi. However, in military affairs, due to Wu Ji's strong push, the new army was formed in large numbers and the cavalry was abolished. The new army achieved a series of victories, and the Song Dynasty achieved unprecedented success. Even the blind man could see that Sima Guang dared not answer truthfully?

"Haha!" Song Shenzong let out a long list of cheerful laughter, stroked his beard, pointed at Sima Guang, and said with a smile: "Junshi, I know you for so many years, only this sentence is the most true!"

Sima Guang almost fainted when he heard a happy word. The sarcasm to him was too obvious. He felt his face burning. If there was a crack on the ground, he would have crawled in.

"Junshi, you are famous all over the world. A pen is extremely powerful. Just write an article about reform." Song Shenzong did not allow Sima Guang to refuse, waved his right hand and said, "Brush and ink serve!"

Shao Jiu came up with his pen and ink and placed it in front of Sima Guang.

Looking at Bimo, Sima Guang raised his right hand and slapped himself. He was the core figure of the opposition and wanted to write articles to promote the new law. That was an endless ridicule. There has never been such a ridicule in the past.

But, does he have to choose? He has no choice!

Sima Guang was extremely reluctant, so he picked up his pen, pondered his wrist and started writing articles. Speaking of talent, Sima Guang recognized the second place at that time, but no one dared to recognize the first place. It was really not a big deal. He heard the rustling sound, without any pause, and in just a short while, an article was written.

Song Shenzong stretched his neck long and looked at it. When he saw Sima Guang finishing writing, he couldn't wait to take it in his hand and shaking his head to read it. He was very dissatisfied with Sima Guang, but he had to appreciate his talent and reputation, so he read his articles quickly.

After reading this, Song Shenzong praised many good words. After reading it, he handed it to Wang Anshi.

Wang Anshi had just read a few lines, and he just raised his thumb and admired him. After reading it, Wang Anshi didn't know how many good words he liked.

"How can such an article be unreported to the world!" Song Shenzong raised his eyebrows and said, "Come on, I will spread this article to the world and let everyone in the world know it. This is written by Sima Guang."

After hearing this, Sima Guang staggered and almost fell to the ground.

He was the banner of the opposition, and he actually wrote articles to praise the new law, which was already uncomfortable enough. Song Shenzong's announcement of the world was not telling the people of the world that Sima Guang had turned against him, no longer opposed the new law, but instead supported the new law?

In this way, who can still oppose the new law?

Han Qi and Lu Gongzhao, who were insighted into it, were as if they were struck by thunder, and their heads were buzzing and almost fell to the ground.

Wang Anshi was the most excited. Song Shenzong was a masterpiece. Over the years, if Sima Guang had not interfered with it, the new law would not have been like this now, without much success, but rather significant results. With Sima Guang's article, who can still break the new law in the future? From then on, he will be invincible in the implementation of the new law.

"Yes!" Song Shenzong looked at Sima Guang, with no lack of praise, and said, "Sima Guang, since you know you are wrong, I have to punish you!"

After hearing this, Sima Guang's mind that had just stabilized became confused again and fell to the ground. The masterpiece he just wrote actually explained and used it to Song Shenzong like this. He was extremely depressed.

"It is not an exaggeration to punish you for your crime. If you know your mistakes and can correct them, I will not punish you for your entire family. Sima Guang will be demoted to the people and will never be used!" Song Shenzong sighed, feeling extremely lonely.

Sima Guang was famous all over the world and was famous throughout the ages. Song Shenzong admired his talent very much, but had to deal with him. For what Sima Guang had done, it was not an exaggeration to kill him all over the family. Song Shenzong just cut him off his post as the people, and he was already showing mercy.

"Thank you for the official family!" Sima Guang was frightened and had to thank him. After thanking him for his kindness, he left step by step.

Sima Guang, a talented man of a generation, who has been passed down through the ages, faded out of the historical stage so sadly.

The core of the opposition is gone and the banner of the opposition has fallen. What else can the opposition do? The opposition is over!

All the ministers know this, but I wonder who will be unlucky next?

"Han Qi, you are a famous general and are famous all over the world. You strongly advocate the use of footsteps to control cavalry, which has been the national policy of the Song Dynasty for decades. Do you think it is better to use footsteps to control cavalry, or to use cavalry to control cavalry?" Song Shenzong looked at Sima Guang's departure back until Sima Guang disappeared. Then he withdrew his gaze and looked at Han Qi.

This is a crime!

Han Qi is the only figure among the opposition who knows military affairs. He is always famous for his famous generals. Using foot to control cavalry is his masterpiece, which has influenced the Song Dynasty for decades.

If he does not fall down, the new law will be difficult to implement, and it is inevitable to remove him.

"Report to the officials, I will be punished by death! Death crime!" The advantages and disadvantages of using schools to control cavalry and using cavalry to control cavalry are already understood. Even if people who do not know the soldiers know the advantages and disadvantages, can Han Qi not know? The cold sweat on his forehead surged out like water, knelt down and kowtow, and apologized loudly.

"What are you guilty?" Song Shenzong's eyes were bright and he looked at Han Qi, asking knowingly.

"I shouldn't use foot control to control the cavalry and mislead the country and the king for decades. I'm extremely guilty and guilty of death!" Han Qi kowtowed and apologized for great crimes, and tried very hard. A head hit the ground, making a thumping sound.

"Han Qi, as a famous general, you have been famous all over the world for decades. You proposed to use foot to control cavalry and become the national policy of the Song Dynasty. You know the advantages and disadvantages of using foot to control cavalry. Tell me, where are the advantages and disadvantages of using foot to control cavalry and using riding cavalry?" Song Shenzong had not spared his meaning.

It’s not that Song Shenzong is cruel, but that Han Qi, the initiator, must say it in person to be more convincing.

"Officials, using infantry to control cavalry is saving money. The cost of one cavalry is equivalent to the cost of five infantry. In addition, infantry is not as good as cavalry." Han Qi understood the intention of Song Shenzong. He really wanted to say it, that was to slap his own face. However, in this regard, he had to say that Wu Ji promoted the use of cavalry to control cavalry. He said that people knew who was better or worse.

"The cavalry comes and goes like the wind, with free and strong impact, and the war is not good. It can be quickly withdrawn and reduce a lot of losses." Han Qi is worthy of being a famous general. He really needs to understand it. He said in a very clear way: "The war goes smoothly, you can pursue the enemy and have huge gains. Although the Song Dynasty won a battle, it was only two legs that could not run four legs, and there were not many gains!"

"Ba!" Han Qi became more and more clear as he said it, but he regretted it. There are so many advantages to cavalry, why did he not form a large number of cavalry to save money? He was such a miser!

If I had known this, I had strongly advocated using riding to control cavalry. No matter how big the money was, I would grit my teeth, tighten my belt, and save money, and build the cavalry.

However, there is no medicine for regret in the world, so how can I regret it at this time?

The war in the north is the best display of cavalry, and the great role of cavalry is undoubtedly revealed. With Han Qi's explanation, the ministers can't understand it anymore.

"Why!"

A sigh sounded, and the ministers felt regret in their hearts, no different from Han Qi. Why did they be confused like Han Qi when they understood so clearly?

The national policy of using footsteps to control cavalry harmed the Song Dynasty, and finally caused the Song Dynasty to perish. However, the Song Dynasty has always regarded it as a treasure and regarded it as a national policy, and cannot be shaken. If anyone wants to change this strategy, it will inevitably arouse public anger.

The great victory in the north is right in front of us, facts are better than words, and the ministers dare not think about this anymore. They also regret it. If they had understood earlier that using riders to control riders is more useful than using footsteps, they would not agree.

"That's all?" Song Shenzong looked at Han Qi, his eyes lit up, like a sharp sword, and tug at Han Qi's body.

"Report to the official family, there are only so many!" Han Qi was stunned for a moment, not understanding what Song Shenzong meant, so he had to answer truthfully.

"Hey!" Song Shenzong sighed, pointed at Han Qi, shook his head, and said with great regret: "Han Qi, Han Qi, at the moment, you still don't understand!"

"I'll ask for the official family's Hadith!" Han Qi was confused about what he said to Song Shenzong and had to figure it out.
Chapter completed!