"Hmph!"
In the new city bordering Ouzan and Longyou of the Tang Dynasty, a valiant general with a pair of eagle eyes and a tall nose harrumphed coldly as a piercing glint flashed across his eyes.
'The Big Dipper rises high in the sky, and Geshu Han carries his saber in the night'. In the western border of the Tang Dynasty, there was no one who didn't know of the Big Dipper General Geshu Han.
Dressed in golden armor and carrying a long saber by his waist, he was the Big Dipper General Geshu Han.
There were many generals in the Great Tang Empire, but there were very few who could be called "Great Generals" and had a status above the other generals.
As the vice commander of the Big Dipper Army, the Big Dipper General Geshu Han's standing was unimaginable.
A memorial submitted by a fifteen-year-old youth had stirred up a storm in the royal court, shaking the entire royal court. It was impossible for Geshu Han to be unaware of such a huge matter.
In truth, he had been standing on the city walls for a very long time with the news delivered by a messenger pigeon in his hand.
"Another repeat of the events in Chang 'an! Wang Chong? Hmph, yet another Commander of Chang 'an! Damn it! "
Geshu Han's face steeled as he gripped the letter tightly.
Back then, during the reign of the previous emperor, Geshu Han's mother passed away, and he lived in the Tang dynasty for several decades, admiring the elegance of the Tang dynasty. When his mother passed away, Geshu Han learned the customs of the Han and observed mourning for three years, but he was mocked by a lowly official in the capital, Commander of Chang 'an. He said that the Hu learned the customs of the Great Zhou, and that they were nothing more than monkeys.
Geshu Han was extremely filial to his mother, and he viewed this matter as a great humiliation.
It was precisely because of this that Geshu Han threw away his brush and joined the army.
And now, Wang Chong's memorial reminded him of that lowly official in Chang 'an.
Boom!
Cold killing intent flashed across Geshu Han's eyes. Boom! A burst of flames burst into the air, reaching a height of more than ten zhang, and incinerating the letter in Geshu Han's hand.
…
In the two hundred years of the Tang dynasty, there were innumerable Hu.
Wang Chong's memorial had incurred the wrath of countless Hu. Wang Chong's memorials flew in from all directions like snowflakes.
This would have been fine, but Wang Chong's memorial had not only enraged these people. Qixi Protector-General and Anxi Protector-General Fumeng Lingmeng, Vice Protector-General Gao Xianzhi, Big Dipper Great General Geshu Han, Beiting Vice Protector-General An Sishun … these Hu Great Generals all held influential positions in the Tang Dynasty.
When the angry memorials of these Protector-Generals, Deputy Protector-Generals, and Great Generals appeared in the court of the Tang dynasty, the nature of the matter instantly changed.
Even Wang Gen's face paled.
The impact of this matter far exceeded his expectations, and he was in a state of losing control.
Not only that, the Hu had been vassals for so many years, and this had affected not only the Hu, but the Han in the royal court as well.
Many of the imperial censors did not dare to attack Duke Jiu, so they targeted the fifteen-year-old Wang Chong. In an agitated tone, they said that Wang Chong was' ridiculing the court '.
Some of the other officials were even more agitated. They said that Wang Chong and the Wang Clan harbored malicious intentions and intended to divide the Han and Hu against each other. This was detrimental to the Han, and they demanded that Wang Chong punish them severely, even including Wang Chong's Big Uncle Wang Gen.
Many people had not expected this matter to develop to this extent.
The 'Consort Tai Zhen Incident' had only affected the civil and military officials of the royal court, as well as the local officials. Its influence was limited to the Han. However, Wang Chong's memorial pushed the regional commanders system and the Hu into a corner, dragging all of the Hu and their border generals into the mix as well.
In terms of influence, this matter had far surpassed the 'Consort Tai Zhen Incident'!
… …
Deep in the night, all was quiet. While many people in the capital were still sleeping, the Wang Family Residence was brightly lit by candles.
"Chong-er, you can't! You have to hide for a while! "
In Wang Chong's study, Big Uncle Wang Gen was pacing back and forth, his hands behind his back. His eyes were sunken, and there was a faint green tint to them. It seemed like he had not rested for a long time.
"The regional commanders system and the Hu Great Generals have already far surpassed the expectations of you, me, and the Old Master. The repercussions of this matter are too great. These imperial censors are not only going to interrogate you and me, they are even planning to impeach the Old Master. "
Wang Gen's anxiety was undisguised.
Only he himself knew how much pressure he had been under in this period of time. Gao Xianzhi, Fomonlința, Geshu Han, An Sishun … these esteemed Hu Great Generals had not only sent memorials to the court, they had also sent him letters of criticism.
Wang Gen was an important official of the court, and his status was definitely not low.
But these people … not a single one of them had a lower status than him. Only the heavens knew how much pressure Wang Gen had been under when all the Hu Great Generals' letters of criticism had arrived at his residence.
And this was only a small part of it.
Every morning, those imperial censors and Han generals who sympathized with the Hu would surround him, either cursing or impeaching him. Even his court robes would be torn.
In his decades in the court, Wang Gen had encountered all sorts of political storms. But this time … it was completely different. Wang Gen could smell an intense danger.
"Hmph! They dare! "
Behind his desk, Wang Chong clenched his fists in fury. He already knew everything, including the torrent of curses from the Hu and the censors accusing him of 'interfering in court affairs'.
From today onwards, the Tang dynasty, the Central Plains, and all the Hu, including him, would be irreconcilable enemies with the Wang Clan.
The Tang dynasty had been established for more than two hundred years, and the Hu had already infiltrated every aspect of the country. Now that Wang Chong had offended these people, it was easy to imagine how his future would turn out.
But regardless of whether it was the wrath of the Hu generals or the censors, Wang Chong wasn't afraid of them.
Wang Chong only felt grief and indignation.
Yes!
He was impeaching the Hu!
The regional commanders system and the Hu system had always been beneficial to the Hu. Anyone who opposed these two policies would be harming the interests of all Hu.
Wang Chong wasn't surprised at all that he would incur the scolding and questioning of so many Hu. What Wang Chong was truly concerned about were the Han who supported the Hu and opposed him.
'Blinded by a single leaf, unable to see Mount Tai', 'stuffed with beans in one's ears, unable to hear the thunder', that was right! Qi Kun He Li was indeed a loyal official. Ashina She Er had also contributed greatly to the Tang dynasty.
These two were good Hu officials under Emperor Taizong, but who was the one who fought against Emperor Taizong?
The Han?
It was the Hu!
Who was the one fighting against the Tang dynasty to the north of the Yin Mountains and west of the Cong Mountains?
Was it the Han?
It was the Hu!
It was the Ouzan's men!
Regardless of the era or space-time, there would always be some people who forgot their identity and sympathized with their enemies more than their own people.
They could easily put themselves in the shoes of their enemies and sympathize with them. But it was only towards their own people that they were exceptionally harsh. They would often berate and criticize coldly, saying that they didn't see the big picture, didn't understand etiquette, and lost the demeanor of a great country.
Divide the Han and the Han? Pit the Hu and the Han against each other?
Was there a need for him to create a conflict between the Hu and the Han? Wasn't this already the truth? Wouldn't it be these Hu who would incite a rebellion and tear apart the Tang dynasty in the future?
Wouldn't it be these Hu who would govern the military towns in the future?
Never overestimate the loyalty of the Hu!
This was the lesson that Wang Chong learned from his previous life.
When the Tang dynasty was at its peak, they were willing to serve the Tang dynasty. But when the Tang dynasty fell, don't expect them to be willing to serve the Han to the death.
Instead of thinking about how to protect themselves, they were willing to relinquish their authority to the Hu, allowing them to fight for them on the battlefield and protect them.
How foolish and laughable was that!
'Might makes right'. Regardless of which era it was, any people who didn't understand this principle deserved to die!
"Chong-er, this isn't the time to let your emotions affect your decisions! You have to find a way to hide. Try not to show yourself in this period of time. "
Wang Gen said solemnly.
"Hide? Where can I hide? If the censors were to impeach me and the royal court summons me, how can I not go? "
Wang Chong said calmly.
Seated behind his desk, his expression was calm and fearless, as if he had already thought through everything and made all preparations.
Looking at the composed Wang Chong, Wang Gen felt an indescribable emotion welling up in his heart.
Once upon a time, he had always treated Wang Chong as an immature fifteen-year-old child. Thus, he had always treated Wang Chong harshly, often reprimanding him.
Even after Wang Chong schemed against the Yao Clan, Wang Gen still felt that he was too young to bear such great responsibility.
But at this moment, Wang Gen suddenly realized that while Wang Chong might still be young, his heart had already matured into that of an adult.
Even he was unable to maintain his composure regarding the regional commanders incident and the Hu matter, but this nephew of his, as the instigator of all of this, was actually able to maintain his composure, even coldly stating the 'unavoidable' truth to him.
This was something that even he was unable to do.
"Chong-er, you've finally grown up."
At this moment, Wang Gen couldn't help but sigh. Not even he realized that at this moment, his view of Wang Chong had greatly changed.
Unknowingly, Wang Gen had begun to view him as a trustworthy peer who he could discuss things with.
"Chong-er is right. I also feel that he has no way of avoiding this matter, nor can he avoid it. "
A voice came from the side. Wang Chong's little uncle, Wang Mi, was seated by the side, a contemplative look on his face. He had rushed back yesterday.
With such a major incident happening in the Wang Clan, it was impossible for him not to return. At this sort of time, it was always better to have another person to discuss things with.
But he didn't understand the matters of the court, so he couldn't interfere in the conversation between Wang Chong and his older brother. But instinctively, Wang Mi felt that what Wang Chong said was correct.
"Chong-er, I hope that little uncle feels that you were too rash in this matter. In truth, you didn't have to write that memorial at all … "
"Impossible! I had to write that memorial, and I had to write it this way. "
Before little uncle could finish his words, Wang Chong interrupted him. Wang Chong wouldn't regret this matter at all. There were some things that one had to do regardless of the price, even if one knew that it would be filled with thorns.
Once he did it, Wang Chong wouldn't regret it.
"Sigh!"
Wang Mi and Wang Gen sighed deeply. He had even stopped a carriage along the way to persuade Wang Chong to enter the royal palace, but he didn't think that Wang Chong would still go through with it.
Furthermore, it was done in a way that he didn't expect.
But what was done could not be undone, and even the old master had agreed to it. There was nothing Wang Gen could say about it.
Peng!
Just as they were in the midst of their discussion, a loud bang sounded from outside. It seemed like someone had barged in. The trio in the study raised their heads.
But before they could stand up …
Boom!
With a resounding boom, the door to Wang Chong's study was smashed into pieces by a powerful force. Before the shocked gazes of the trio, several Chamberlains of Chamberlains of Imperial Insignia barged in from the door.
"You are Wang Chong?"
The few of them stared at Wang Chong coldly as they spoke impassively.
"I am!"
Wang Chong was bewildered. He couldn't make sense of what was going on.
"Very well. Wang Chong, you've been arrested. Come with us!"
The Chamberlains of Imperial Insignia said coldly. After which, they stepped forward and grabbed Wang Chong from both sides, ready to leave.
"What!"
Wang Gen and Wang Mi were shocked. At this moment, Wang Gen saw the token hanging on their waists. It was a black 'Prison' character.
They were the prison guards of the royal palace!
"Wait a moment! What crime are you arresting him for? In the annals of the Tang dynasty, you dare to arrest someone who has never committed a crime! "
Wang Gen bellowed furiously.
"How dare you interfere in the affairs of the royal court!"
One of the royal guards took out a golden order to detain him.
"This is a warrant from the royal court. There are the signatures of the Minister of War, Minister of Punishments, Prime Minister, and censor. More importantly, there's also His Majesty's seal!"
"What!"
Wang Gen's body trembled. Looking at the dragon seal on the warrant, he felt as though he had been struck by lightning. He couldn't believe his eyes.
"Lord Wang, you are an important official of the royal court. I hope that you won't obstruct the royal court's decision to detain a serious criminal. Otherwise, don't blame us for capturing you as well and throwing you into the imperial prison! "
The final words of the royal guard left even Wang Mi dumbfounded.
Imperial prison?
Not the Bureau of Punishments? Not the Court of Judicial Review? And the imperial prison of the royal palace!
Wasn't that a place where only criminals on death row were locked up?
Wang Mi was dumbfounded.
But the prison guards didn't fall into a daze. They sealed Wang Chong's acupoint and dragged him out of the room. In just a few moments, they had already disappeared from sight.
A long time later, a sorrowful cry sounded from the Wang Chong Residence.
At this time, it was daybreak.
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