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"...Currently, the widespread news outside is saying that...the next Jin Emperor's position originally belonged to Zonggan and Zonghan, but Wu Qimai's son, Zongpan, is ambitious and insists on taking the throne. Of course, Wu Qimai initially disagreed..."

In the flickering lamplight, Cheng Min, who was mending socks with old cloth, chatted with Tang Minjie about Wu Qimai.

"...Compared to Zonghan or Zonggan, Zongpan's temperament and ability are far inferior, not to mention that he hasn't built much merit in the past. Rumor has it that before Wu Qimai had a stroke, the father and son had argued about it, and some rumors say that Zongpan was determined to become the emperor, causing Wu Qimai to have a stroke."

"...Later, when Wu Qimai fell ill after a stroke, the armies from the east and west routes marched south, Zongpan took the opportunity to recruit followers. He also released news privately, saying that letting the two armies march south was to buy him time to pave the way for seizing the throne in the future. Some opportunistic people took the opportunity to show their loyalty. In the two years since, he has indeed gathered a lot of support in the capital area."

"...Wu Qimai was bedridden for two years. Although he initially didn't want his son to get involved in the imperial struggle, he slowly, perhaps confused, or maybe soft-hearted, let him do as he pleased. In his heart, he might still want to give him a chance. Then, after the Western Route Army was defeated, there were rumors of a secret letter entering the palace. This secret letter was written by Zonghan, and after Wu Qimai became conscious, he made arrangements to change the imperial edict..."

"...Originally, according to the private agreement between the East and West governments, the new emperor should have been given to Zonggan this time since the Eastern Route Army won and the Western Route Army lost. When the Eastern Route Army returned, the Western Route Army was still on its way. If Zonggan had ascended the throne early, Zongfu and Zongbi could have made arrangements immediately, and Zonghan and others could only be thrown into prison upon their return. If Wu Qimai didn't want Zonghan to die, considering his past kindness, and really passed the throne to Zongpan or someone else, that person would not be able to suppress Zonggan, Zongfu, Zongbi, and other brothers. Maybe Zonggan would raise the flag of rebellion, and Zongfu and Zongbi would eliminate dissidents before Zonghan returned, and the Jin Dynasty would be split and bloodshed from then on... What a pity."

"...But Wu Qimai's imperial edict avoided these things from happening. He did not establish a new emperor, but asked for negotiations between the three parties. Zongpan, who had strong power in the capital, felt that his opportunity had come. In order to fight against Zonggan, who had the greatest power at the moment, he needed Zonghan and Xi Yin to live. It was also for this reason that although Zonghan and Xi Yin came one step late, Zongpan was using his father's edict to fight against Zonggan before they arrived in the capital. This gave Zonghan and Xi Yin time. When Zonghan and Xi Yin arrived in the capital, they lobbied everywhere and said that the Black Flag (黑旗) was powerful and difficult to control, which made the situation even more unclear."

As the woman named Cheng Min said these words, she bit off the thread in her hand. Although she was a woman and usually in the brothel, she was truly efficient and洒脱 (sǎtuō - natural and unrestrained) when facing Tang Minjie. One wondered what her expression had been like when facing Lu Mingfang in the past.

After mending the new socks, she handed them directly to him and then went to a corner of the room to look for rice and grain. She didn't come to this room often and had basically no vegetables or meat prepared. After searching for a while, she found some flour, put it in a wooden basin, and prepared to add water to make pancakes.

"But these things are all hearsay. There are many nobles in the capital. When they get together and look for girls, they always talk about who they know is a big shot and how things came about. Sometimes, even if it's a private matter they casually mention, they don't think it can be spread around, but later they find it's quite accurate, but there are also those who talk with great detail, and later find out it's just nonsense. Wu Qimai is dead anyway, how many people can really understand his plans."

Tang Minjie put on his socks: "Such rumors sound more like Xi Yin's style."

"Indeed, most of the rumors were deliberately released by them." Cheng Min paused slightly while kneading the dough. "Speaking of Zonghan and Xi Yin, although they have lived in Yunzhong for a long time, the nobles in the capital have always worried that the two sides would fight. But after this incident, it was discovered that the names of these two are now in the capital... useful. Especially after Zonghan released the idea of no longer interfering in the imperial throne, some old nobles who had accumulated military merits in the capital stood on their side."

Cheng Min said, "They don't like Zongpan, and they actually don't like Zonggan, Zongfu, Zongbi, and others privately. They all feel that these brothers don't have the talent of the generation of Aguda and Wu Qimai, and are far inferior to Zongwang back then. What's more, the old generals who fought for the country back then are dying, and Zonghan and Xi Yin are the pillars of the Jin Dynasty. Once Zonggan takes the throne, he might have to take them out. In the past, Zonghan wanted to seize the throne, and there was no way to avoid a life-and-death struggle. Now that he has given up this thought, the Jin Dynasty still has to rely on them. Therefore, Zonggan's support has been weakened."

She mixed the dough: "In the past, it was always said that the southwards expansion would end, and the east and west governments would face the truth, half a year ago, it was always felt that the Western Government was weak, and Zonggan and others would not let him off easily... who knew that this tense situation was still delayed by Zonghan and Xi Yin until now. Although Wu Qimai is the reason for that, it can really be seen how terrible these two are... I only hope that there can be a result tonight, and that God will take these two away."

The situation in the capital is generally said to be a three-way game, but the actual participants are probably more than a dozen, and as long as the whole balance is slightly broken, the person who gains the upper hand may directly cook the rice. Cheng Min has been in the capital for so many years, and most of the information she has come into contact with has been from the Eastern Government. It is probably only in the last two months that she has truly seen the influence and strategy of Zonghan's side.

At this time, it was not long after nightfall outside, and only occasional slight noises could be heard. In the warm room, although the two were talking calmly, their minds were actually tied to the vast chess game outside. They didn't have the ability to reach out at this time, and could only hope that the situation in the Jin Dynasty would quickly deteriorate -- after all, this was also the most likely situation to occur.

"Every nation has its own heroes," Tang Minjie said. "But the enemy's hero is my enemy... is there anything I can help with?"

"No, you sit down," Cheng Min smiled. "Maybe tonight there will be a war and chaos, and then we will have to run away."

High clouds hung over the sky of this northern city, and the gray night accompanied by the wailing of the north wind made the myriad lights in the city seem small. On the outskirts of the city, there were scenes of troops advancing, setting up camps, and confronting each other. Messengers on horseback passed through the streets of the city, conveying various messages to the hands of different power holders. Countless people, like Tang Minjie and Cheng Min, were also paying attention to the progress of the matter.

In a huge mansion outside the east gate of the imperial palace, elite Jurchen soldiers who had participated in the southern expedition were already armored and holding knives, and some were checking the iron cannons in the mansion. The capital was an important place, and these things - especially cannons - were not allowed to be there by law, but for the generals who had returned triumphantly after the southern expedition, a few laws were no longer in their eyes.

Wanyan Chang, dressed in brocade robes and a large cloak, came in from the outside and went straight into the courtyard that looked like it was ready to fight. His face was gloomy, and someone wanted to stop him, but ultimately failed. Then, Wanyan Zongbi, who was already wearing armor, hurried out from the other side of the courtyard.

"Uncle, uncle, you should have called me, nephew, what's wrong? What's wrong?"

Wanyan Zongbi opened his arms, his face full of enthusiasm. Wanyan Chang has always been one of the aids of the East Government. Although he is prudent in his use of troops and inclined to be conservative, so that his military exploits are not as dazzling as Zonghan, Lou Shi, Zongwang and others, he is now one of the few generals on the East Government side who can compete with Zonghan and Xi Yin. Therefore, no one dared to directly stop him from coming in this time.

"Fourth. I was just about to ask you, what's going on?"

"Just preparing." Zongbi smiled: "Planning ahead, be prepared for anything, Uncle."

"Is this called planning ahead? You want to fight in the city! Or do you want to attack the imperial city?"

"Nephew doesn't want to, but Uncle, you know, Zongpan has let the Imperial Tiger Brave (御林虎贲 - Yulin Huben) into the streets!"

"The Imperial Guard is supposed to be guarding the palace and protecting the capital."

Zongbi waved his hand suddenly, a ferocious look appearing on his face: "But his Imperial Guard are not our people!"

Wanyan Chang looked at this always ferocious Wushu, and after a while, he said: "Clan affairs, not a child's play. Since Emperor Jing, no one has decided on the tribal affairs with force. Fourth, if you set up cannons all over the capital today, no matter who becomes the emperor tomorrow, everyone will kill you first, even your brothers, no one can protect you!"

He had said these words extremely sternly, and Zongbi spread his hands: "Uncle, you are serious. Nephew didn't say he wanted to hit anyone. Look at the people in the mansion, who can they hit, the army is still outside the city. I think there may be a fight outside the city."

Wanyan Chang frowned: "Where are the eldest and third?"

"Sai also came, the third brother went out to meet him in person. The eldest brother happened to be outside receiving several uncles, and I don't know when he can return, so I left my nephew here to make some preparations." Zongbi lowered his voice, "Uncle, maybe there will really be bloodshed tonight, you can't let my nephew have no preparations, right?"

"Don't be chaotic tonight, tell them to put everything away!" Wanyan Chang looked around and waved his hand, looked at it a few more times, and then turned around, "I'll go to the front to wait for them."

"Uncle, then I'll deal with this side, and go over to pour you wine!"

Zongbi said so, waving his hand. After Wanyan Chang's figure disappeared at the gate of the courtyard, the deputy came over: "Then, Marshal, these people..."

"Get ready, stay in another yard. Don't be seen again!" Zongbi shook his hand, and after a while, he spat on the ground, "Old thing, outdated..."

After cursing in his mouth, Zongbi left the courtyard and went to the front hall to continue talking to Wanyan Chang. At this time, people have also come to pay a visit one after another. According to Wu Qimai's imperial edict, once Wanyan Sai and others who are coming now enter the city, the people of the Wanyan clan who can speak on the table in the Jin Dynasty will have arrived. As long as they enter the imperial palace and start discussing matters, the identity of the next emperor of the Jin Dynasty may be determined at any time.

It is also because of this reason that some people who have already made up their minds to defect to Zonggan have begun to gather towards Zonggan's mansion. On the one hand, Zonggan is afraid that they will rebel, and on the other hand, of course, there is also the intention of protecting them. And even if the most embarrassing situation occurs, there are too few people supporting Zonggan's accession to the throne, and if this group of people is detained, it can delay this key matter by a few days and then make plans.

The same situation should have already happened to Zongpan, Zonghan and others.

After waiting for a while in the front hall, Zonggan also brought several old people from the clan to greet Wanyan Chang. After Wanyan Chang paid his respects, he privately told Zonggan about the troops in the rear. Zonggan then pulled Zongbi to the side and whispered for a while to reprimand him, but in fact there was not much improvement.

At this time, it was already past half of Xu Shi (7-9 PM), and the city was completely under martial law. Outside the city, Zongfu led the army to meet Wanyan Sai also halfway. This was the main event of the whole night, and occasionally messengers came back to report on the troop confrontation near the city wall. At this time, someone ran in again, knelt down and said: "Report, Wanyan... Lord Gushen's carriage appeared at the street, saying he wanted to visit several princes and delivered a name card."

"Xi Yin?" Zonggan frowned, "Shouldn't this dog-headed military advisor be staying by Zonghan's side, or busy deceiving Zongpan's little brat, what's he doing here."

"No business no pleasure." Zongbi said, "I don't think he should be let in, his words are not worth listening to."

"Hey, fourth, you're being petty." An old man opened his mouth.

Zonggan nodded and said, "Although there are disputes, everyone is still our own people. Since Lord Gushen is here, this prince will personally greet him. Everyone, wait a moment. Someone, set up tables and chairs!"

At this time, in the huge hall, everyone was sitting on top or on both sides. At Zonggan's suggestion, servants brought tables and chairs and placed them in the middle of the hall, looking like they were on trial.

After a while, Wanyan Xi Yin, who was thin and had white hair, followed Zonggan. He smiled when he saw the situation in the hall. He didn't sit down immediately, but greeted everyone in the hall one by one, even reminiscing a few words. In the middle, someone sighed, "Gushen, you're old."

"Everyone is old." Xi Yin smiled, and when he faced Zongbi, he cupped his hands generously before going to the square table in the center of the hall, picked up the wine pot, poured a glass of wine and drank it, and said, "Good wine! It's really cold outside!"

Seeing that he had a bit of a feeling of being the host, Zonggan walked to the head seat and sat down, smiling and said, "Lord Gushen, please sit down, I wonder if there is anything important today?"

Xi Yin looked around, sighed a long breath, stood by the table for a long time, then pulled out the stool and sat down in front of everyone. In this way, everyone looked a head taller than him, but he didn't have to fight for this breath, just quietly looking at them.

The hall was quiet for a moment, and Zongbi said, "Xi Yin, if you have anything to say, say it quickly!"

"All the Zongqin bloodlines are here, there are uncles, brothers, and nephews... It's not easy to gather so neatly this time. I'm old, and I'm full of feelings, and I want to reminisce about the past. What does it matter? Even if the big event tonight is divided, everyone is still a family. We have the same great enemy, so there's no need to make it so tense... Come, I'll toast everyone."

He took the initiative to propose a toast, and everyone raised their glasses. An old man at the head raised his glass and smiled, wondering what he was thinking. Xi Yin smiled and said, "When I was fifteen years old, I went to a banquet in Hushu. I was silent and clumsy, and not good at socializing. Seventh Uncle told me that if I wanted to appear bolder, I should take the initiative to toast. Seventh Uncle still remembers this."

With this toast and a word, he seized the initiative in the hall. Zongbi really wanted to curse, but Wanyan Chang smiled: "Since Lord Gushen knows that there is a big event tonight, don't blame everyone for being nervous. We can reminisce about the old times at any time. If you don't tell us what's in your belly, I'm afraid everyone will be nervous all night. After this glass of wine, let's talk about serious business. After the serious business, we'll drink again."

Xi Yin nodded and did not entangle, "Coming tonight, I am afraid that the city inside and outside will really not be able to reach an agreement and fight. As far as I know, the third and Shuliesu are probably already drumming outside, Zongpan called Huben to the city wall, afraid that you have too many people and want to fight into the city..."

"Don't slander--" Xi Yin said this, Zongbi had already interrupted him, "Is this a frame-up? He Huben went to the city wall because we want to rebel, Xi Yin you really are a scholar with a mouth..."

"I don't mean that, fourth, listen to me." Xi Yin raised his hand, "I don't mean to frame anyone, but if this situation continues, the thing that hurts loved ones and pleases enemies may really happen. Fourth, if there is a sudden thunder tonight, will your soldiers rush out? Once you rush out, can things be cleaned up? It's just for this matter that I want to be a go-between, to pass on some words, I hope everyone can talk calmly."

"You and Zonghan wear the same pants, and you're a go-between?" Zongbi scoffed, "Besides, there's nothing to talk about! It was agreed at the beginning that the matter would be decided when the southern expedition ended. Today's result is clear, I win and you lose, this throne should have been my eldest brother's, we take it fairly! You still talk and talk, I talk about your ancestors..."

Someone spoke around.

"Fourth is right."

"Little Fourth, pay attention to what you say..."

Xi Yin frowned and waved his hand: "Don't say that. When Emperor Taizu died, he said he would pass the throne to Zhan Han, which was also fair, but when it came to the end, you didn't want to, saying the next one would be his turn. Do you recognize it today? In the southern expedition, the east won, which is very good, but the choice of the throne still needs everyone's recognition. If the eldest takes it, Zongpan is not at ease, the Grand Marshal is not at ease, are you at ease? Why is the first emperor's edict like this now, just because the southwest has become a big trouble, I don't want my Jurchen to fall into internal strife again, otherwise one day the Black Flag (黑旗) goes north, my Jin Dynasty will follow the same path as the Liao Dynasty. I believe everyone understands this."

Zongbi cursed, "I understand your ancest... understand your mother! This so-called first emperor's last wish is all rumors made by you and Zongpan!"

"If I said it, it would probably be a rumor, but before the Grand Marshal and I arrived in the capital, Zongpan also said that. He is the first emperor's嫡子 (dízǐ - son of the legal wife), he wouldn't be spreading rumors, right?"

Wanyan Chang at the head said, "We can let the eldest swear, and the patriarchs of each branch will be witnesses, and he will never settle accounts after taking the throne, how about that?"

"Reading history for thousands of years, the oaths of the imperial family are hard to keep. Just like the throne of Zhan Han, it was said that it was his back then, if it wasn't given to him then, it would be given to him later, but in the end it wasn't his turn?"

Wanyan Chang smiled, "If you don't trust the eldest, can you trust Zongpan? If he takes the throne, who can guarantee that he will not make up for it one by one today. Lord Gushen has something to teach me."

Xi Yin nodded: "I did think of a way to come here today."

Xi Yin is known as Gushen, and has always been the number one strategist in the Jurchen clan. Although Zonggan, Zongfu, Zongbi and others occupied the upper hand with the southern expedition, the situation in the capital has been entangled to this point. In addition to the continuation of Zonghan's prestige, it is Gushen who has been running around in the city, lobbying and attracting a lot of people. Everyone knows that he must have a plot when he visits today. When the words are said here, including Wanyan Chang, Zonggan, Zongbi, and others, they have cheered up and are waiting for his next sentence.

I saw Xi Yin's eyes serious and deep, looking around at everyone: "Zonggan takes the throne, Zongpan is afraid of being liquidated, and the patriarchs of each branch standing on his side also have the same worries. If Zongpan takes the throne, I think everyone feels the same. The Grand Marshal lost after all in the Southwest war, and I don't want to think about it anymore... Now the situation in the capital is delicate, and a stalemate has formed. Since half of the people don't want anyone to take the throne, then why not..."

"...Find another small one to be it."

After he finished speaking, Zonggan's palm slammed on the table with a bang, his face turned blue, and murderous intent surged.

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