Shaoxing City has become an unguarded city in one day.

The rare unity of upper and lower thoughts is a rope.

But this is very likely to be the last time that the small court of Shaoxing Prefecture was unified.

They have decided to make a fuss and bet on all their bets in Yiting and Fenghui towns.

But everyone understands that it is only a matter of time before Wang Zhiren and Wu Zheng returned to the rescue, Shaoxing Prefecture fell.

Their only hope was to be able to surround Wei and save Zhao as Wu Zheng said before the war, and to force peace with the war. The victory of the Northern Expedition could make the Qing court afraid and thus stop the pace of invading Shaoxing Prefecture.

....

On the way from Jiangyin to Changzhou Prefecture.

Qian Sudian quietly pulled his nephew Qian Qiaogong aside.

"Qiao Gong, Lin'an Bo is afraid that it will be contrary to the way of being a minister?"

"What does Uncle Jiu mean?" Qian Qiaogong was young after all, so he didn't react for a while.

Qian Sudian lowered his voice and said, "Lin'an Bo did not receive the order to return to Shaoxing Prefecture. His intention was not just to conquer Changzhou in the Northern Expedition, right?"

"What's so strange about this? It's a good thing for the lord to restore Yingtian Prefecture. Besides, even if Shaoxing Prefecture cannot be maintained, the court can retreat to Hangzhou Prefecture. Besides, hasn't the lord sent Chi Qianhu to lead 10,000 troops back to the rescue?"

"Silly boy, I didn't say that Lin'an Bo wanted to kill Shaoxing Mansion... I mean, Lin'an Bo might want to borrow the Qing army..."

Qian Qiaogong's face sterned, "Uncle Jiu said that the lord wanted to use the Qing army to destroy our dynasty? What's the benefit of this... what is this for him?"

"Huh... I said that Lin'an Bo did not want to destroy our dynasty, but used the Qing army's hand to force the court to move north."

"I still don't understand what Uncle Jiu said."

"Hey... do you remember how your father told you?"

"Ah?!" Qian Qiaogong was a little shocked. Over the past few days, he had followed Wu Zheng through life and death. In fact, in Qian Qiaogong's heart, he had already regarded Wu Zheng as a good teacher and friend. Moreover, Wu Zheng agreed to marry his sister, and that was the family. As a result, Qian Qiaogong almost forgot his father's advice.

In Qian Qiaogong's opinion, as a loyal minister and a good minister, isn't the most important thing at the moment?

And Wu Zheng, isn’t that what he is doing?

Qian Sudian said seriously: "Although Lin'anbo is only one year older than you, he is very cunning. The decision to continue the Northern Expedition this time seems to be due to the situation, but in my opinion, the meaning is more profound. You think that Shaoxing Prefecture has always been under the rule of King Lu, and was rebelled by him and supported Princess Changping to supervise the country, but his power is still difficult to reach the elegance of the court."

Qian Qiaogong defended: "Uncle Jiu is thinking too much, right? Although it is contrary to the principles of the ministers, it is nothing more than for the court and the country."

"Silly boy." Qian Sudian felt a sense of resentment that he could not make a living, and cursed: "Your father was originally worried that Lin'an Bo would use supporting Princess Changping as his advancement, and then steal the power."

"But hasn't the lord agreed to marry his sister?"

"It is precisely because of this that Lin'an Bo lost the opportunity of Princess Shang, so he had to find another way. Do you think that if the court moved from Shaoxing Prefecture to Hangzhou Prefecture, and after Hangzhou Prefecture was restored, it had been under the rule of Lin'an Bo, he had already been managed as a solid piece by him. At this time, the court moved north, who else could stop Lin'an Bo from entering the court, and a word would be left to the point?"

Qian Qiaogong's face changed again and again, and he truly understood it at this time.

Uncle Jiu is right. If the court moved north, it would inevitably be entrusted to others. If Wu Zheng really had a different intention, he would probably become Cao Aman in this life.

But Qian Qiaogong repeatedly convinced himself not to believe it. He turned his head to look at Wu Zheng who was riding a horse in front of him. Qian Qiaogong shook his head vigorously.

"Uncle Jiu, I don't believe it. Wu Zheng is definitely not that kind of person."

Qian Sudian sighed softly: "In times of trouble, heroes emerge in many ways, and it is also the time when heroes emerge. I don't want to guess Lin'anbo like this, but many things are not whether you should guess or not, but it is there, even if you want to avoid it, you cannot avoid it."

Qian Qiaogong kept shook his head, "With the opinion of Uncle Jiu, how should I do it?"

Qian Sudian sighed, "What else can it be? Lin'anbo has sent 10,000 reinforcements, and the attack on Changzhou is to restore lost territory. It is reasonable and public or private. Unless you and I launch a mutiny and force Lin'anbo to return to the south to assist Shaoxing Prefecture, it will be impossible to stop it."

Qian Qiaogong heard this and shook his head firmly and said, "No. Let's not talk about whether Wu Zheng is really as Uncle Jiu guessed. Even if this is the case, I will never follow Uncle Jiu to make trouble. Uncle Jiu, now is the opportunity to restore Changzhou. This good opportunity is fleeting. In my opinion, if Changzhou can be taken down, then the capture of Yingtian Prefecture is just around the corner. Uncle Jiu, as long as he can restore Yingtian Prefecture, even if I die in Yingtian Prefecture City, I will be willing."

Qian Sudian smiled wryly and shook his head and said, "Silly boy, is your Ninth Uncle so unbearable in your eyes? I'm just trying to find a reliable person to express my depression in my heart. I never knew the meaning of restoring Changzhou... Oh, no one... There is a saying that is good, stupid people are so blessed!"

Qian Qiaogong was a little stunned, "Nine...Uncle Jiu's meaning is the same as what I thought...?"

Qian Sudian said righteously: "There is a saying in Lin'an Bo that I agree very much. This world is the world of the Han people, and the Ming Dynasty is the great Ming of the Han people, not the great Ming of the family and one family. If we can expel the Tartars and regain the mountains, it is what we have been seeking throughout our lives. As for whom we regard as the lord of the world, it is not something you and I need to consider. Those who should consider it."

Qian Qiao heard this and became excited. He grabbed Qian Sudian's hand and said, "Uncle Jiu said so much. You and I will join the army. In order to expel the Tartars and regain the mountains and rivers, whoever can lead you and me to kill the Tartars will serve him. Wu Zheng is a good general, and this is indisputable. As long as he is devoted to the Northern Expedition, I don't want to think about other things."

Qian Sudian patted Qian Qiaogong's hand and said, "It's rare that you and my uncle and nephew are united. But you are afraid that your father will know about this, and you will serve your family law, so it's hard to explain."

Qian Qiaogong bowed his head embarrassedly and said, "Uncle Jiu, don't worry. I have been used to accepting my father's family rules since I was a child. It's not bad for this time. In fact, in my opinion, the court today is dirty and people's hearts are scattered. Although there are loyal and righteous people like Lord Zhang and Dad, they are still alone and cannot be completely reformed. If Wu Zheng is really as Uncle Jiu said, doing this may not be a blessing for the country."

Qian Sudian said: "Yes, but Lin'an Bo is young and cannot convince the public. This matter is too hasty, which will affect his reputation. Moreover, Princess Changping also advocated support. If the stalemate occurs, Lin'an Bo may not be able to escape the deception of the emperor and his repeated bad reputation."

Qian Qiao nodded and said, "You and I can't interfere with this matter. Besides, Wu Zheng may not have the intention to fight the battle in front of him first, and it will not be too late to explain in detail."
Chapter completed!