In Yunzhong Mansion, there are bustling crowds and busy traffic, and the trees beside the road have shed their yellow leaves. Early winter has arrived, and the atmosphere of depression has not invaded this prosperous city.

The carriage passed by the street. Chen Wenjun in the car opened the curtain and looked at the noise of the city. The vendors' cries came in from outside: "Fried fruits from Lao Bianliang! Fried fruits from Lao Bianliang! Famous fried fruits! Come here."

Give it a try hey”

“Pork head meat! Authentic southern handmade pork head meat! Fine...”

"The chef of the Imperial Banquet of the Southern Dynasty, exclusive to our restaurant..."

The Jurchens were born as hunters, and their early years were rough. Although they had traditions and culture, they were mostly rudimentary. After the Liao Dynasty was destroyed and the Wu Dynasty was destroyed, things from these two dynasties were initially taboo. However, with the destruction of Jingping, a large number of Han slaves began to take whatever they wanted.

, people no longer shy away from many things in Liao and Wu culture. After all, they conquered them openly and then enjoyed them, so there is no need to feel guilty.

Nowadays, many luxury goods and restaurants in the name of the old Liao Kingdom and Wu Dynasty have long been common in Xijing.

The two sons were sitting in the carriage opposite Chen Wenjun. Hearing the sounds outside, the second son Wanyan Youyi smiled and talked about the advantages and disadvantages of several shops outside. The eldest son Wanyan Dezhong said: "Mother, is she thinking of the south?"

Already?"

"I'm afraid this Yunzhong Mansion will become the same as Bianliang in a short time." Looking at the row upon row of houses passing by on the street, Chen Wenjun smiled slightly, "It's nothing like the explosion of old Bianliang."

Guozi, authentic southern pork head...all nonsense."

"When this incident is over and the world is peaceful, my son will accompany his mother to the south to have a look. Maybe his father will also be willing to go together." Wanyan Dezhong said, "At that time, if I see anything wrong with the south,

I believe that there will be a safe method for many things if my mother gives me guidance."

There was something in Wanyan Dezhong's words, and Chen Wenjun understood what he meant. She smiled and nodded.

In the future, the Jurchens will conquer the whole world. With the reputation of the Gushen family, even if Bianliang or the larger Central Plains area needs to be cut off for fun, it will not be a big deal. My mother is concerned about the suffering of the Han people, so she went to the south to speak out.

, many people will feel better because of this, and the mother's mind will also be at peace. This is the intention of the two brothers Dezhong and Youyi to share their worries for their mother, and in fact there is not much of a problem.

The carriage passed through the city and stopped in front of the gate of Zheng Guogong's mansion. Zheng Guogong was the title of Shi Liai. The old man stood on crutches and greeted him with a smile from the main entrance. He gave Mrs. Ceres and her children the greatest courtesy for their official visit.

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When the Jin Dynasty destroyed the Liao Dynasty, Shi Liai entered the Jin Kingdom as an official. He was a famous Confucian himself. Although he was under the name of Zong Wang, he actually partnered most with Xi Yin, who was profoundly accomplished in Sinology. Chen Wenjun, who was next to Xi Yin, was also a Han Chinese.

Although he was from the Southern Han Dynasty, which was generally looked down upon by the Han people in Liaodong, Chen Wenjun was knowledgeable and sensible, and after several interactions with Shi Liai, he finally won his respect.

Of course, Shi Liai is a high-ranking official and Chen Wenjun is a family member. Theoretically, the two of them should not be too involved, but what will happen in the cloud this time is a bit complicated after all.

After the army marched south, the first batch of Han prisoners sent from the south, about five hundred people, would arrive in Yunzhong within a few days.

During the more than ten years of war, the slaves captured by the army from the south were miserable, and there is no need to go into detail here. The first batch of Han slaves brought there during this southern expedition had their own symbolic significance. These five

More than a hundred people were all family members of officials or generals who participated in the resistance during the Jurchens' march south.

For the Jurchens, they are the children of the enemy, and making their lives worse than death has the effect of killing chickens to scare monkeys.

But to the Han people, these are all the blood descendants of heroes.

When the news came, Chen Wenjun, who had not been in the public eye for many years, showed up. As the wife of the God of Ceres, she hoped to rescue this group of 500 captives. In the past, she could not do these things, but now

Her status has been stabilized, and her two sons, Dezhong and Youyi, have grown up. They have made it clear that they will inherit the throne and do great things in the future. If she comes forward now, whether she succeeds or not, at least she will not be involved.

Already.

She first spread the word through various news outlets in Yunzhong Mansion, and then visited several government offices and offices in the city. She explained that today's emperor's strict order to treat Han people preferentially and the world's unity was announced in front of officials everywhere. She was surprised.

She did not curse, but persuaded people to be merciful in front of officials at all levels, and sometimes shed tears. Mrs. Ceres showed such a posture, and all the officials were obedient, but did not dare to let go. Not long after, seeing her mother's intense emotions, De Zhong

You Youyi also participated in this lobbying.

Wanyan Dezhong brought out his father's daily teachings and explained the way of benevolence to the Jurchen officials. Wanyan Youyi also believed that Nanwu was defeated and the resistance was weak. At this time, killing chickens to scare monkeys was no longer the most important thing, but more important

The people of the world show the kindness and generosity of the Jin Kingdom. This is the foundation of the Jurchen country for thousands of generations to come.

The three of them, the mother and the son, had made enough of such a public opinion, and after arranging their posture, they went to visit Zheng Guogong Shi Liai and plead with him. Regarding this matter, the two brothers may have just wanted to help their mother, but Chen Wenjun was relatively determined, and all her lobbying efforts

In fact, they were greeting Shi Liai in advance, waiting for the old man to have enough time to think, and then officially came to visit.

Shi Liai showed considerable respect. Everyone sat down inside and exchanged pleasantries. The old man asked Wanyan Dezhong and Youyi about their recent thoughts. Only then did Chen Wenjun mention the matter of the prisoners. Shi Liai held up his cane.

, pondered for a long time, and then spoke in a hoarse tone.

"I have been thinking about this matter for several days. I wonder what outcome Madam wants to get from this matter?"

"If possible, I naturally hope that the imperial court can grant amnesty to these more than 500 people. In recent years, it has become a general trend to let go of past grudges. It is inevitable that I, the King of Dajin, will rule the world, and the Han people in the south are also your Majesty's subjects. What's more, now

Different from the past, when our army went south, it was determined by the Wu Dynasty's message. Now the south is mainly recruiting. If these more than 500 people can be treated well, they can receive thousands of gold and bones."

As a Han from the south, Chen Wenjun was somewhat ostracized in the circle of ladies in Dajin in the early days. After the Jin Kingdom was settled, her status in Xiyin's house gradually became more stable. When she occasionally participated in gatherings, she always kept a low profile, even if she had to

When she opened her mouth, she only talked about romantic affairs, and only a few people knew that she had the brains and skills to match women. When she opened her mouth, her logic was clear and quite convincing. Shi Liai held the crutches in both hands and just listened.

"Of course, these reasons are just general trends. I don't want to hide it in front of the boss. The main reason for interceding for these five hundred people is not all for the sake of the world, but because I come from the south after all.

The Wu Dynasty has been over for more than two hundred years, and the general situation has passed. It is inevitable that I feel a little pity in my body and mind. Xiyin is a great hero. I have been married to him for so many years. In the past, I did not dare to say anything about these things, but now..."

Chen Wenjun took a deep breath: "Now... the Wu Dynasty is dead after all, and these remaining people can be killed or let go. I have no choice but to come and beg the boss to find a way. Although the Han people in the south are incompetent, they have ruined the world of their ancestors."

In this way, the dead are already dead, and the living must live on. By amnesting these five hundred people, people in the south will die less, and the Han people still alive in the south will live better in the future. I...

…Remember the kindness of the old man.”

"The word kindness, madam, is too serious." Shi Liai lowered his head and said something first, and then remained silent for a moment, "Madam is wise and wise, and there are some things that old people say that I don't care about."

Chen Wenjun nodded: "Sir, please speak frankly."

"Lao Chen joined Dajin as an official. Although he nominally followed His Highness Zong Wang, when it comes to being an official, he has been in the clouds for the longest time. Lord Gu Shen is knowledgeable and is the Shangguan who cares most about Lao Chen and whom he admires the most.

With this reason, it stands to reason that when Madam comes to visit today, I should not hesitate at all to handle this matter for Madam. But... forgive me for speaking frankly, I have big concerns in my heart, and Madam is also dishonest."

Chen Wenjun looked at the old man and did not argue. He nodded gently and waited for him to speak.

"Madam just said that it is no longer necessary to kill five hundred prisoners to scare the Han people. This is right. In today's world, although there are still black flags entrenched in the southwest, the Han people in Wu Dynasty have no power to recover. However, the decision

The Han people are not necessarily the only ones who are going down in this world. The most worrying thing in the world today is that within the Jin Dynasty, the Jin Kingdom has been cooking oil with flowers and brocade for more than 30 years, and now it has reached its most critical moment.

The officials in the middle and below are confused about this matter, but Madam must understand it."

While Shi Liai was talking, he looked at the brothers Dezhong and Youyi next to him. In fact, he was teaching and giving tips. Wanyan Dezhong looked distant but nodded, while Wanyan Youyi frowned slightly, even though

The two brothers said their reasons, but understood the rejection in the other's words, and the two brothers felt a little uncomfortable. After all, they were accompanying their mother to make a request this time, and they had been building momentum for a long time. If Shi Liai refused, the Xiyin family would lose face.

Some are hard to get through.

If the Xiyin family really loses this face, the Shi family will never feel better in the future.

Shi Liai's eyes were gentle, and his words were slightly hoarse and he said slowly: "The fourth expedition of our Kingdom of Jin against the Wu Dynasty was due to the friction between the east and the west. Even if the Wu Dynasty was destroyed, our Kingdom of Jin still remains in the words of outsiders."

The war between the Eastern and Western Imperial Courts may begin at any time. Your Majesty has been in bed for a long time, and is now struggling to hold on, waiting for the moment when this war ends. By then, the Kingdom of Jin will face the biggest test in thirty years.

, even the future life and death will be decided at that moment."

"The five hundred people who were escorted over first were not for the Han people to see, but for the people inside Dajin." The old man said, "Since the army went out for the expedition, there are people inside the Jin Kingdom who are trying to make trouble, and there are small disturbances outside.

The grandson... After Yuanji passed away, there have been people making plans in private. Those who couldn't see the situation clearly thought that someone in my Shi family had died, and someone must be doing something in Yunzhong Mansion. Short-sighted people made bets in advance. This was supposed to be

Normally, someone is provoking it, which is why it gets worse."

"Since the death of Yuanji, countless fights have broken out from Shangjing to Yunzhong. In July, Zhongsheng Hou Wanyan Xiuzhang was even taken advantage of by strongmen for participating in a private fight. Sixty-one of his family members were killed.

, many of the strong men who killed Zhong Shenghou died in the fight, and the government failed to find out the clues. But if someone hadn't interfered, with the strength of Dajin at this time, several strong men would have been full.

He ran to kill the whole family of a county prince. The method of this incident also has something in common with the death of Yuan Ji... The good disciple of the inner demon in the south..."

The old man's eyes were as calm as water. When he said this, he looked at Chen Wenjun seemingly normally. Chen Wenjun also looked at him calmly. The old man lowered his eyes.

"My Dajin is suffering from internal and external troubles... If these words were spoken in front of others, I would not say these words. 'Mrs. Han' has a bodhisattva heart, and I admire what she has done in these years. Even with Yuanji's death last year, I still admire her.

The old man didn’t let anyone disturb his wife..."

When the old man said this, there was a thorn in his words. Wanyan Dezhong stood up and said with cupped hands: "Isn't there something wrong with what you said?"

Chen Wenjun waved his hand towards his son: "The boss has the overall situation in mind, which is admirable. Over the years, I have indeed saved many suffering people in the south in private, and the Valley God also knows about this. To be honest, the boss, the people of the Wu Dynasty,

The people of Black Flag have tested me several times in private, but I don't want to have any contact with them. Firstly, I can't behave myself. Secondly, I also have selfish motives. I want to protect them, at least I don't want anything to happen to these people.

, It’s because of my condition. Please let me know more clearly.”

"It's human nature." Shi Liai put his cane on the ground, nodded slowly, and then sighed slightly, "One person's body is too insignificant compared to his family and country. The world's feelings are like the turbulent rivers and seas, washing away.

It is hard for anyone to resist. Yuanji is my most beloved grandson. I thought I could inherit the family business, but suddenly it is gone. I am eighty-one years old. Recently, I have often felt that destiny is coming. I am afraid that this storm in the future will happen to me.

I can’t see it anymore, but my wife still has to see it. She is morally virtuous and has good manners. You also have to see it, and you have to turn the tide. It’s very difficult.”

When the old man said this, a few people realized that the sharpness in his words was also a reminder of Wanyan's virtue and integrity. Chen Wenjun asked the two of them to thank them, and they also stood up and saluted. Li Ai paused for a moment.

"Five hundred prisoners were hurriedly brought here, in order to show everyone that the south has fought and won the battle. My Jurchen enemies will all suffer the same fate. Moreover, if there is any friction in the future, people can see the capabilities of the west.

.Because of this matter, Madam said that she should be released, but she cannot be released. I, Yunzhong City, want these prisoners to parade through the streets and show them to others. They are the family members of criminals. Some of them will be beaten to death, and they may even be sold.

Some of these things must be done anyway.”

At this point, Shi Liai took out a list from his arms. Before he unfolded it, Chen Wenjun said: "Sir, regarding the matter of East and West, I once asked Gu Shen for his opinion. Although everyone thinks that East and West

There must be a great chaos, but the God of Ceres sees things differently."

"oh?"

"Gu Shen once said that the commander-in-chief is arrogant and acts only for the Jurchens in his life, not for power and status. Even if one day the situation changes, the commander-in-chief will not participate in this fight. In this southern expedition, the commander-in-chief will

I want to use our achievements to suppress these hidden dangers."

"...Then if His Highnesses Zongfu and Zongbi make an attack, will the commander-in-chief just sit back and wait to be killed?"

"If the commander-in-chief can win this battle, your two highnesses may not attack."

"..." Shi Liai was silent for a moment, and then put the list on the coffee table and pushed it over, "It is just as the lady said, it is because the west has a chance of winning, and the world will not be in catastrophe. These five hundred prisoners were paraded through the streets,
To be continued...