Start Being a Vassal King Today - Chapter 329

[Chapter 329 It’s My Time to Make a Move]

“Your Highness.” As soon as

Chang Wei left, Ma Han came in from the outside and bowed to him.

“Exemption.” Zhao Xu smiled, “Is it comfortable to live in Yancheng these few days?”

“Thanks to His Highness for taking care of me, although I don’t have to worry about food and clothing, but I feel comfortable…” Speaking of this, Ma Han sighed and stopped talking. .

Zhao Xu knew what Ma Han wanted to say.

He sat down at the main seat, motioned for Mahan to sit down as well, and then asked the maid to serve tea.

“This king brought you to Yancheng this time, naturally for the sake of your Ma family. Although the murderer behind the scenes has not been found out yet, he has some clues.” Zhao Xu said.

Hearing what King Yan said, Ma Han’s eyes suddenly burst into a stern light, “Your Highness, please make it clear.”

So Zhao Xu told the story about the carrier pigeon flying out of the mansion after finding out that their father and son had left.

“No one can use the carrier pigeons in Ma’s mansion without his father’s instructions, unless it is… Ma Jin.” Ma Han’s pupils suddenly dilated, “Ma Jin was in the mansion that day.”

Zhao Xu nodded, and he didn’t have to do the rest. Moreover.

In short, this matter does contain a huge conspiracy.

“However, this king suspects that the people behind it are ultimately to deal with this king, so they want to control the Ma family. As for whether there are other plots, I don’t know.” Zhao Xu said.

Ma Han was born in the Ma family. He has read poetry and books since he was a child. He is no stranger to conspiracy and power. ”

“You can also say that.” Zhao Xu picked up the teacup and blew gently.

With a gloomy look on his face, Ma Han looked at Zhao Xu, “Your Highness, please make the decision for Ma Han. Unless you return to Ma’s house, it will be difficult to thoroughly investigate this matter.”

“You have been holding back these days, firstly because of the war in Jinzhou, and secondly because of your safety, now that the war is over, it’s time to worry about it,” Zhao Xu said.

Ma Han was overjoyed when he heard the words, he hurriedly said: “Thank you for your great kindness.”

Zhao Xu shook his head lightly, “Actually, I don’t want to hide it from you and help you. I also have selfish intentions.”

Putting down the teacup, he paced In the middle of the main hall, “As you said, Ma Chong and Ma Jin are playing a chess game. Now this chess piece is placed in the northwest of Dasong, which really can’t make me feel at ease.”

After a pause, he continued: “The Ma family occupies the northwest of Dasong. Guard Xiaoguan and other important passes, although the fighting in Jinzhou has calmed down, but if Ma Chong and Ma Jin continue to do evil, I am afraid that there will be a resurgence of war in other places.”

Ma Han nodded thoughtfully.

“In this battle of Jinzhou, more than 5,000 soldiers from Yanzhou were killed, more than 6,000 were injured, and countless money and food were spent. Beidi’s strong enemy has not gone, and this king does not want to involve too much energy for the Northwest.” Zhao Xu continued.

“His Highness is worried that Ma Chong and Ma Jin will cause trouble again.” Ma Han asked.

“That’s true.” Zhao Xu returned to his seat and picked up his teacup, “But you don’t have to be too hasty about taking back the position of Patriarch of the Ma family. As the saying goes, what you say is right, this king will first tell the emperor that you are still alive. , challenge Ma Chong and Ma Jin in the court, if they hand over the position of Patriarch, that’s fine

. In vain, you have to pay a monthly fee to hire a servant, don’t you?” Zhao Xu said.

“What Your Highness said is very true. I also said that at the beginning, what can only be given by my Ma family will definitely be given to Your Highness.” Ma Han said.

Although King Yan confessed his selfishness in this matter, it was up to King Yan whether to help or not, and he had to show sincerity.

Zhao Xu nodded, and told him what he wanted.

Ma Han frowned upon hearing this, hesitated for a while, and nodded emphatically.

After discussing this matter, Zhao Xu asked Ma Han to stay in Yancheng with peace of mind and wait for news.

Mahan then bowed and left.

After seeing off Ma Han, Zhao Xu got up and went back to the bedroom.

Two months of marching made him very tired, and he hadn’t recovered completely in three to five days.

It’s just that Tsui Hark came before he walked out of the meeting hall.

“Your Highness, I have obtained some very important information from the Ning Jindu Division.” Xu Ke’s face was serious.

“Ning Jin Dusi?” Seeing Xu Ke being so solemn, he had a bad feeling, “What’s the matter?”

“In the past two months, a strange man came to Ningcheng and Jincheng, blond and blue-eyed, named Ivan, from a The place called Ross is said to be a missionary, and Beidi people seem to attach great importance to him, and every time he travels, he will be accompanied by a large number of guards to protect him.” Tsui Hark said.

There are a large number of people living in Ningcheng and Jincheng, this news cannot be hidden from the eyes of the Fourth Court.

“Ivan, Ross, missionary.” Zhao Xu frowned.

The history of this world is going to change drastically.

This is the case in the Central Plains. He believes that because of the butterfly effect, there will be different changes in other places.

But what exactly it will look like, he doesn’t know.

For example, this Rose has a specious name.

But according to his estimation, it is probably the contemporary Tsarist Russia.

After all, the name Ivan is very Russian.

“It is said that this person was captured by Beidi in the extreme north. Before that, Beidi fought a battle with the Ross people in the extreme north.” Xu Ke continued.

Zhao Xu’s heart sank.

Combined with this news, it is even more correct.

He asked, “What is this missionary doing in Ningcheng, Jincheng?”

“He is preaching.” Xu Ke said.

Zhao Xu nodded slowly. These few words reminded him of an equally famous missionary in contemporary history—Tang Ruowang.

This person was deeply trusted by Qing Shunzhi and Kangxi, and helped him supervise the construction of artillery.

The Qing court allowed him to preach in the country.

Thinking of this, Zhao Xu felt even more uneasy. He said to Xu Ke, “Keep an eye on this Ross man, and don’t let go of any clues.”

“Yes, Your Highness.” Xu Ke said, he had never seen such a solemn expression on King Yan’s face. .

After saying some more information about Beidi, Tsui Hark left.

At this time, Zhao Xu said: “It’s true that the tree wants to be quiet but the wind doesn’t stop.”

The joy of defeating Xiliang also disappeared in an instant.

At this moment, Beidi’s shadow seemed to hang over Yanzhou and Da Song again.

If this one is from Ross missionaries will build artillery.

The Beidi iron cavalry plus artillery, undoubtedly enough for him to drink a pot.

If this enemy is not eliminated for a day, he must always be vigilant and not be reckless.

And this is also one of the reasons why he obeyed Zhao Heng’s emperor’s orders and fought against powerful clans without breaking them.

If Dasong is in chaos, it will definitely give Beidi an opportunity.

Just like the civil strife caused by Li Zicheng’s uprising at the end of the Ming Dynasty, the factional struggles in the court, and the insensitivity of the local gentry, let the Ming Dynasty waste its national power and be taken advantage of.

Furthermore, he also needs a stable Dasong to provide him with silver and a market to ensure the development of Yanzhou.

So even if you hate the powerful clans to the bone, but you can cooperate, it is still necessary to cooperate.

After all, he is the king of Yan, ruling Yanzhou.

Sometimes the big picture needs to be considered.

Now I have so many soldiers and officials under my command.

There are also many people.

He didn’t want them to fall into a bottomless abyss because of his carelessness.

Therefore, at present, he still has to continue to build high walls, accumulate food, and improve technology.

Only in this way can we face Beidi with ease.

(end of this chapter)