"Let's go!"
Jiang Changzong came back to his senses and gave the order.
At this moment, there was no pride on Jiang Changzong's face. He didn't even have a little bit of fighting spirit. Because the weapon brought back by Alhan could be called a divine weapon.
It was horrifying.
It was even more despairing.
As the head of the generals of Yanqi, Jiang Changzong was very good at fighting. But because he was good at fighting, he knew how much damage grenades and gunpowder packs could cause to the soldiers on the battlefield.
Everyone didn't say anything and went straight back.
In the main hall, everyone stood still.
Ju Wentai said in a deep voice, "Now, you should know how I feel, right?"
The civil officials were determined to surrender.
After all, they were no match.
Now, with the appearance of the new weapon, these civil officials no longer had the intention to resist and had the confidence to surrender. They stood up one by one to persuade Ju Wentai to surrender, looking for reasons to surrender from all sides.
Ju Wentai ignored the civil officials and looked at Jiang Changzong. Because Jiang Changzong controlled most of the troops and was the backbone of the army.
Ju Wentai said, "Jiang Qing, what do you think?"
At this moment, Jiang Changzong's back was slightly hunched, and he said with a bitter expression, "Your Majesty, Du Qi's weapon is too powerful. We have no choice but to surrender."
As he said those words, Jiang Changzong's body started to shiver slightly.
He didn't want to surrender.
He wanted to fight to the death.
But there were two reasons that made it difficult for Jiang Changzong to fight. First, Ju Wentai, the king of Gaochang, had already given up resistance. How could he resist? Second, he knew he couldn't win, but he still wanted to fight, especially when Du Qi had a big killing weapon. Fighting at this time would cost the lives of countless soldiers.
This was what Jiang Changzong didn't want to see.
Ju Wentai said, "Since Jiang Qing agrees to surrender, Gaochang will surrender. Jiang Qing, you will personally lead the army to the border of Gaochang to welcome Du Qi. At that time, the military power will be handed over to Du Qi to show our sincerity. "
"Yes!"
Jiang Changzong answered immediately.
Alhan was about to say something when he saw Grand Tutor Wang Wen standing in the main hall.
Wang Wenqi was once Ju Wentai's teacher.
After Ju Wentai became the king of Gaochang, Ju Wentai promoted Wang Wen to the position of Grand Tutor.
Wang Wen said seriously, "Monarch, I feel that it is not appropriate to let Grand Commandant Jiang lead the army. Although Grand Commandant Jiang was really sincere in leading the troops over. However, since Your Majesty has already decided to submit, for Your Majesty's sake, I believe that Your Majesty should personally lead the troops and lead the civil and military officials to the border to welcome Du Qi. "
After a pause, Wang Wen continued, "I heard that the former city lord of Yiwu City, Luo Yansheng, pledged allegiance to Du Qi and personally went to the border to become the governor of Yi Province. Du Qi couldn't possibly treat the King unfairly since he had personally made the trip. At the very least, the monarch would be able to enjoy eternal wealth. This is my consideration for you, Monarch. Please reconsider. "
Jiang Changzong didn't say anything.
Ju Wentai's expression changed slightly. If he personally went to greet them, he would definitely lose face. Because the face of a country's ruler had been completely lost. But in reality, losing face like this could be exchanged for glory and wealth.
Ju Wentai looked at Arhan and asked, "State Teacher, what do you think?"
Arhan said, "I think you can go. After all, for Your Majesty's sake and for Your Majesty's family, it is appropriate to go."
"Then let's go."
Ju Wentai sighed after hearing this.
He waved his hand, and the civil and military officials retreated to make their own preparations.
Only Arhan and Ju Wentai were left in the hall. Suddenly, Ju Wentai said, "State Teacher, after you pledge allegiance to Du Qi with me, will you also serve as the State Teacher under Du Qi?"
Arhan said, "Replying to Your Majesty, after I pledged allegiance to Du Qi, I only received the right to preach and didn't serve as the State Teacher. Du Qi only promised me one thing, that he would help me kill my way back to the Persian Central Church, so that I could wash away my previous humiliation. "
Ju Wentai sighed, "This King is incompetent and can't help State Teacher return."
Arhan said, "Your Majesty, you mustn't do this."
Arhan also felt a trace of pity for Ju Wentai, because Ju Wentai was a benevolent lord. However, the current Western Regions was already in a world of great strife. In such a chaotic world, a monarch like Ju Wentai could only defend his achievements, and the price of defending his achievements was that he would eventually be swallowed up.
This was something that couldn't be helped.
Ju Wentai and Arhan chatted about Du Qi's matter.
Ju Wentai was making preparations to understand more.
Thud! Thud!
At this time, a series of footsteps were heard.
A young man in his twenties strode in. The young man had an imposing appearance and a tall and sturdy figure. He wore a cotton robe inside and a large fur cloak on the outside. His sword-like eyebrows and bright eyes gave him a heroic appearance.
This person's name was Ju Chengzhen.
He was Ju Wentai's eldest son and the crown prince of Gaochang.
Ju Chengzhen's eyes were sharp when he saw Arhan, revealing a trace of anger and hostility. However, he ignored Arhan and looked at Ju Wentai instead. He bowed, "Royal Father!"
Ju Wentai said, "What's the matter?"
Ju Chengzhen said directly, "Royal Father, why should we surrender to Du Qi? We haven't even fought, why should we surrender? I, Gao Changguo, have a deep foundation and many generals. Why did I give up on resisting? Royal Father, this son is unwilling. This son requests to fight with Du Qi. "
"Bastard!"
Ju Wentai berated after hearing this.
His face was full of anger.
Ju Wentai said, "You bastard, you don't know the immensity of heaven and earth. Do you know how powerful that Du Qi is? Do you know how powerful his weapon is? You're going against Du Qi, are you tired of living? "
Ju Chengzhen said, "This son is unwilling. Gaochang has to surrender."
Seeing that his son was being disobedient, Ju Wentai waved his sleeves and ordered, "Men!"
The soldiers at the hall's entrance immediately came forward.
Ju Wentai said sternly, "Take the crown prince away and imprison him in the palace. Forbid him from leaving. Don't let him out before this prince returns. "
The soldiers received the order and took Ju Chengzhen away.
Ju Chengzhen was still unwilling to be carried away by the soldiers. He kept struggling and trying to dissuade them. He even cursed Ju Wentai for being a fatuous ruler and for listening to slander. He even cursed Ju Wentai for losing his throne.
In the end, Ju Chengzhen was dragged away.
Ju Wentai's expression was rather unpleasant because he was being scolded by his son. Especially since his son didn't understand his difficulties and pains at all.
Arhan advised, "Your Majesty, the crown prince is young and full of vigor. It's normal. After all, the crown prince has never been in a difficult situation and never shouldered the pressure on your shoulders. Your Majesty shouldered the pressure of Gaochang and shouldered all the suffering alone. That's why the crown prince doesn't find it difficult. You can't blame the crown prince for this. After all, he's still young. "
"Sigh …"
Ju Wentai sighed. "This prince has spoiled him too much, causing him to be undisciplined and out of control."
Arhan said, "When the crown prince sees Du Qi's strength, he'll understand how difficult it is for Your Majesty. It's actually very easy to fight Du Qi. It's just a matter of a few words. However, it's not easy to endure humiliation. You'll have to bear too much infamy. "
After a pause, Arhan continued, "Your Majesty has taken on too much for the entire Gaochang, for all the people, for the crown prince, and for your family. The crown prince can't understand it for now, so Your Majesty doesn't need to reprimand him. "
At this moment, Ju Wentai felt slightly relieved because he felt much better after hearing Arhan's words.
He felt that he was right to pledge allegiance to Du Qi.
It wasn't cowardice.
It was true toughness.
The two chatted for a short while. In less than half a day, Jiang Changzong and Wang Wen arrived with all the civil and military officials. The two of them had solemn expressions on their faces. They had already prepared everything.
All the important officials in the court went to welcome them.
The army would also accompany them.
This was to show their respect for Du Qi and Ju Wentai's sincerity.
Ju Wentai stood up and gave the order to depart. He led Arhan and the others out of the palace in a grandiose manner. After leaving Gaochang's royal city, they headed for the eastern border. At this moment, Arhan had already arranged for someone to send a message ahead of time to let Du Qi know of the news.
On the other side, the news of Ju Wentai's departure finally reached Ju Chengzhen's ears.
When Ju Chengzhen learned that Ju Wentai had left with the army to welcome Du Qi, he flew into a rage. He cursed Arhan for ruining the country and also cursed Jiang Changzong and Wang Wen for their lack of integrity.
After a round of cursing, Ju Chengzhen ignored Ju Wentai's orders and mobilized his trusted subordinates to take action. He couldn't stop Ju Wentai from surrendering. After all, Ju Wentai was his father. Moreover, he didn't have the power to stop him.
However, Ju Chengzhen had his own ideas.
Ju Chengzhen was unwilling to surrender and wanted to fight to the death. Even if Du Qi and Ju Wentai returned, Ju Chengzhen would fight to the end. He wouldn't give up. Gaochang was the Ju family's Gaochang. He couldn't let the inheritance end like this.
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