Chapter 276 Zheng Zhilong Enters Fuzhou
Anping City is the old nest of the Zheng family, and has accumulated Zheng Zhilong’s wealth for many years.
At this time, everything inside and outside Anping City was filled with tents.
In the bay south of the city, Zheng army warships were all in full and the atmosphere was tense.
At this time, south of Anping City, Gushan Niuhulu Han Dai led 6,000 elite flag soldiers and rolling in.
"Gushan, twenty miles ahead, is Anping City!" Huang Xiyin, who was following along the side, pointed at the front.
Han Dai was the fourth son of Niuhulu Eyidu, one of the five ministers of the Later Jin Dynasty. He was born into a Manchu noble and had a strong family power. Manchu generals Turge, Yilden and Ebilong were all his brothers.
Han Dai's eyes were gloomy, a smile appeared on his face, and he shouted: "Get faster!"
Six thousand Qing cavalrymen galloped, and after half an hour, they appeared in the north of Anping City and tied up their war horses in front of the Zheng army camp.
The arrival of the Qing cavalry made the Zheng soldiers very nervous, but Zheng Zhilong ordered the surrender of the Qing Dynasty and did not allow anyone to attack the Qing army, so the 100,000 Zheng troops could only guard the camp and watch the Qing cavalry show their power.
At this time, Zheng Zhilong climbed to the city and watched the Qing cavalry rushing toward him. He felt a little shocked and angry at the same time.
"Taishi, the envoy of Qing is asking for a visit!" At this time, the general stepped forward and hurriedly came forward to report.
Zheng Zhilong's face was gloomy, "Bring it up!"
Soon, the envoy Huang Xiyin, led by the Zheng army soldiers, climbed to Anping City. He was wearing a Manchu official robe, a red hat, and a horse whip in his hand. As soon as he went to the city, his eyes glanced around and observed the defense of Anping City.
"Tai Shi, the messenger has arrived!" Zheng general bowed and saluted, then stood aside.
Then Huang Xiyin looked at Zheng Zhilong, bowed slightly, and said arrogantly: "Teacher Zheng!"
Previously, the Qing envoys were very pleased with Zheng Zhilong, and Xu Luo, who had various benefits, was worthy of money.
However, now that the Qing army has entered Fujian and occupied Fuzhou, opening up the road to Fujian, Zheng Zhilong is actually useless.
Zheng Zhilong frowned and looked at Huang Xiyin and said angrily: "You promised me the king of the three provinces, where is the king's title today?"
Huang Xiyin smiled and said, "Don't be angry at Taishi Zheng. Wang Jue will not be officially rewarded until the Taishi comes to see Prince Yu and the army shaves its head and surrenders."
As he said that, Huang Xiyin deliberately glanced at the Manchu elite cavalry stationed outside the city and continued to smile: "I came today, just to invite Grand Master Zheng to Fujing to pay homage to King Yu. Grand Master prepares it and follow me!"
When Zheng Zhilong heard his words, he saw that his expression seemed threatening, and he couldn't help but be furious, "Is this asking me? The Qing Dynasty recruited me, why should I force you? I have 100,000 soldiers and thousands of warships now. Do you think I have no way out?"
Huang Xiyin was slightly stunned, his face looked ugly. Duoduo entered Xianxia Pass and controlled Fuzhou. He did not need Zheng Zhilong anymore, but Zheng Zhilong had 100,000 troops after all. If he entered the sea to become a enemy, the Qing army would not be able to occupy Fujian.
Duoduo and he both underestimated Zheng Zhilong. Huang Xiyin was a little panicked and hurriedly explained: "The Grand Master misunderstood. The prince didn't mean that!"
Zheng Zhilong waved his hand angrily, "Send out the guests!"
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In Fuzhou City, Duoduo originally wanted the Eight Banners soldiers to suppress Anping City, threatened Zheng Zhilong to come to Fuzhou and hand over the military power.
Now that he heard Huang Xiyin's report, his face immediately became gloomy and asked in a deep voice: "How do you see Anping City's defense? How about Zheng Zhilong's army?"
Huang Xiyin hurriedly said, "Report to the master, Anping is Zheng Zhilong's old nest, the city is high and the walls are thick and the artillery is everywhere. Zheng Zhilong's army also has many firearms and is well-equipped. There are thousands of warships in Anping's South Sea Port, which cannot be underestimated."
Duoduo narrowed his eyes, touched his beard under his ear, paced back and forth in the festival hall, suddenly stopped with a sneer, and ordered: "Send the order to go to Anping City, scold Han Dai, take over the position of Gushan, and lead the army to retreat thirty miles away. I am writing a letter and sending someone to Anping!"
Huang Xiyin immediately saluted and said, "Zha, I'll do it now!"
But Duoduo immediately waved his hand, "Stay behind, find someone who has a close relationship with Zheng Zhilong, and go with a letter."
Huang Xiyin was stunned, very unwilling to give the credit for sucking Zheng Zhilong to others, but Duoduo's words were heard, and he could only bow in disgrace, "Zha!"
Soon Duoduo found a man, who was Zheng Zhilong's confidant, Guo Bichang, the former Minister of War of the Longwu Dynasty. He had a strong relationship with Zheng Zhilong and was an important general of Zheng Zhilong's party in the Longwu Dynasty.
A year ago, Emperor Longwu ordered him to send troops to rescue Ganzhou. He did not leave Guancheng for a single step. Longwu was furious and removed him from his official position. After the Qing army entered Fujian, he responded to Zheng Zhilong's call and immediately surrendered to the Qing Dynasty.
Anping City, Zheng Zhilong’s mansion, and candles are lit in the study.
Zheng Zhilong sat behind the desk, looking at the letter written by Duoduo. Guo Bichang was paying attention to Zheng Zhilong's expression. Seeing that his expression seemed to be moving, he smiled and said, "A official brother was worried that the Qing Dynasty would be guilty of establishing the fake Tang Dynasty. King Yu and the Qing Dynasty's Chongzheng brothers would be able to establish the fake Tang Dynasty by virtue of being able to establish the fake Tang Dynasty!"
Zheng Zhilong couldn't help but put down his letter when he heard the words. What he was most worried about was that the Qing court was charged with the crime because he established the king to resist the Qing Dynasty. However, he didn't expect Guo Bichang to say this, and couldn't help but ask: "Why is this?"
Guo Bichang smiled and said, "The King of Yu said that if a minister serves the master, if he has something to do, he will do his best; if he can do his best, he will do his best to do his best; if he can't defeat the heavens, he will do his best to build a great success, which is a hero. A official and his brother established the Tang Dynasty and fulfilled his duties as a minister. If he has strong support, he will do his best. This is nothing wrong. Today, the general situation is returned to the Qing Dynasty. Even if he does his best, he will not be able to defeat the heavens. Therefore, he follows the great affairs and submits to the Qing Dynasty to make achievements. How can a hero do not use such a hero? Moreover, before the two Guangdongs are settled, one official and his brother needs to be recruited. Prince Yu summoned an official and his brother to Fuzhou to discuss this matter and appoint a official and his brother. It seems inappropriate for a official to stay in Anping City!"
Zheng Zhilong was overjoyed when he heard the words, "Prince Yu values me so much, I'll visit Fuzhou from now on."
At that moment, Zheng Zhilong summoned all the generals and said that he was about to go to Fuzhou to see Duoduo. When the Zheng family heard the words, they were all depressed.
Zheng Hongkui, Zheng Cai, Zheng Lian and others all persuaded him, saying, "The fish must not escape from the abyss!"
Zheng Zhilong didn't care. Duoduo scolded Han Dai and ordered the Eight Banners soldiers to retreat thirty miles, and sent a handwritten letter, which showed his sincerity.
Now that he has surrendered to the Qing Dynasty, he cannot stay in Anping forever and must meet Duoduo. Duoduo cannot come to Anping, so he only goes to Fuzhou and then refuses to listen to everyone's words.
Zheng Zhilong was in charge of Fujian for more than ten years. He built family businesses in Fujian and Guangdong, and land, manors and shops were everywhere. He could not give up these family businesses, so he surrendered to the table and led 500 cavalrymen to leave Anping City and headed straight to Fuzhou.
In Anping City, Zheng Hongkui, Zheng Lian and others stood at the top of the city, watching Zheng Zhilong's team walk away, all with a sad expression.
Chapter completed!