Judge of the Song Dynasty Chapter 527: Civil, military and law (12)

This is really scary!

Before, they were all little soldiers and firemen. If Han Qi came suddenly, this turning point would be really life-threatening!

Hurry up and take a sip of tea to suppress your shock.

During the breath, Han Zhongyan had already come to the court. He bowed his hands slightly and said, "Mr. Zhang, I'm really sorry. My father received the invitation from Mr. Zhang and wanted to come here to help the imperial court, but because my father I am old and unable to travel long distances, so I ordered the next generation to come and testify.”

Zhang Fei treated everyone equally, and didn't say anything about returning the salute, but sat firmly on the Diaoyutai, just smiled and said: "Actually, I don't want to disturb Mr. Han. It is because Mr. Han was deeply involved in the Suizhou battle. There are many evidences. Han Xianggong came to provide it, and it may be due to poor consideration, and I hope Judge Han will convey my apology to Han Xianggong on my behalf."

Han Zhongyan said: "Where, where, this is our business."

"Judge Han, please sit down."

"Thank you!"

Han Zhongyan sat down.

Zhang Fei asked: "As usual, I have to ask, whether Judge Han's confession can fully represent Mr. Han."

Han Zhongyan nodded and said: "Yes, because my father has told me everything he saw, heard, known, and thought, and every word I say can represent my father."

After listening to the distinguished guests, they couldn't help being dumbfounded again.

Although Han Qi did not come, the sense of shock may be lacking, but Han Zhongyan's words are enough to show Han Qi's respect for the imperial court, which makes everyone look at the imperial court with admiration!

Wow, what kind of force is this imperial court?

If even Han Qi had to cooperate with the imperial court, then who could not cooperate, maybe only the emperor.

In the letters sent from the capital, they were only told about Zhang Fei's relationship with Sima Guang, Wang Anshi, and Xu Zun, and Han Qi was never mentioned in any of the letters.

If there is no relationship, Kaifeng Mansion may not be able to invite Han Qi to testify.

This is really outrageous!

Nawei Yingfang was slightly sweating.

Zhang Fei was still the same as before, focusing on reviewing the case. Xu Zhiqian, who was next to him, unfolded a copy of the case in due course and placed it in front of Zhang Fei.

Zhang Fei looked down carefully, then raised his head and asked Han Zhongyan: "Judge Han, as far as I know, after the imperial court learned that the deputy envoy Zhong had occupied Suizhou, he quickly dispatched Mr. Han to manage Shaanxi. Do you?"

"Yes."

Han Zhongyan nodded and said: "Actually, my father was preparing to leave Beijing at that time and go to Huainan to take up his post. It was the day before leaving Beijing that the imperial court suddenly received news that the deputy envoy Zhong had recovered Suizhou, so the official family temporarily He also decreed that my father should be sentenced to the Yongxing Army and serve as the envoy of the Four Routes of Shaanxi Province.”

Why this case is more complicated, in fact, there is a very key reason, that is, Song Yingzong had just passed away, Zhao Xu had just ascended the throne, and the transfer of imperial power was always the most sensitive moment in the feudal dynasty.

At that time, there was a censor who impeached Han Qi for being domineering and domineering, and Han Qi knew that he had a high position and power, and if he continued to stay in Zhongshu, it would affect the imperial power, so after Zhao Xu came to the throne, he would not kill him He joined the Zhongshu office and insisted on being transferred to other places.

Zhao Xu didn't know whether it was sincere or false, anyway, after persuading him for a while, he appointed him as the governor of Huainan.

Zhao Xu immediately transferred Han Qi to Shaanxi to deal with the Suizhou matter.

Han Qi has always been very concerned about the border, and he was ordered to rush to Suizhou immediately when he was in danger.

Therefore, before sending troops, Lu Shen and Xue Xiang were the key witnesses, and in the middle process, those small soldiers were the key witnesses, but after recovering Suizhou, Han Qi was the most critical witness, because he was the follow-up executor of the matter.

Zhang Fei asked again: "At that time, the official was transferred to Han Xianggong to manage Shaanxi. Did Han Xianggong take full power to make decisions, or did the court make a decision?"

Everyone cheers up this time.

The decision Han Qi was involved in was definitely the top secret at the time, representing the real intention of the imperial court at the time, and no one present today is qualified to participate.

Although Zheng Xie participated in the whole process, he was only a counselor, not a decision maker. The real decision must be made by the emperor and the prime ministers.

What exactly was the decision of the imperial court at that time, Han Qi's confession is the most authoritative.

Han Zhongyan thought carefully for a moment, and then said: "According to what my father said, in fact, there was no very clear decision within the imperial court at that time, but basically they planned to abandon Suizhou."

Zhang Fei asked: "I don't quite understand Judge Han's words."

Han Zhongyan explained: "When my father learned about this incident, he initially thought that since Suizhou had already been taken, he should not go back, not to mention the geographical location of Suizhou. Da Song is too weak, and may push forward.

However, some ministers in the court believed that Suizhou was lonely and difficult to defend, and advocated giving it up. Later, my father also agreed to give up Suizhou, but this was not the final decision. The officials still asked my father to go to Shaanxi first, and then make the final decision after finding out the situation. decide. "

This is obviously different from Zheng Xie's confession. It can be seen that the power is different, and what you see is also different.

The result of the discussion at that time was that the party who advocated giving up had the upper hand.

But what Zheng Xie saw was that due to financial difficulties, a war with Xixia should not break out, which is very risky.

However, what Han Qi sees is whether the dispute can be defended strategically, which is enough to prove that Zheng Xie has not participated in the highest decision-making circle.

Zhang Fei looked down at Wen'an and said, "But the imperial court did not abandon Suizhou."

Han Zhongyan nodded and said, "That's because my father came to Yongxing Army."

Speaking of this, he looked at Guo Kui who was sitting next to him again, "Guo Xianggong believed that he should not abandon the defense, and strongly advocated managing Suizhou. I think Suizhou can be defended, so I decided to adopt Guo Xianggong's suggestion and mobilize food and grass to support Suizhou."

Zhang Fei asked: "What did Mr. Han observe?"

Han Zhongyan said: "First of all, it is because General Zhe Jishi deployed his elite troops to the Dali River in advance and defeated the enemy troops who came to rescue from Yinzhou several times. The main force of the enemy army arrived at Jinci, occupying a dangerous position.

Based on these circumstances, my father judged that the deployment of General Zhe on the right wing of our army is enough to win time for Suizhou. As long as the city of Suizhou is added to consolidate the natural danger of Hengshan, then there will be no worries, and at the same time, Yanzhou can be guaranteed. safety. "

Zhang Fei asked: "Mr. Han, do you know what happened before, that is, the deputy envoy of Lu Zhifu retreated to Qingjian City?"

Han Zhongyan nodded and said, "I know."

Zhang Fei said: "According to Mr. Han's judgment, under the circumstances at that time, if General Zhong retreated to Qingjian City, would it affect General Zhe?"

Han Zhongyan said: "My father thinks it may have an impact."

Zhang Fei said: "Can you explain it carefully."

Han Zhongyan said: "If the enemy army retakes Suizhou and stops its offensive immediately, it will not affect General Zhe. The situation will be very bad if you are attacked from the front and back."

Zhang Fei asked again: "According to Han Xianggong's judgment on the situation at that time, if Li Liangzuo, the leader of Xixia, did not die, would it trigger a war between our country and Xixia?"

Han Zhongyan nodded and said: "It is very possible, and my father did not approve of the outbreak of war with Xixia at that time, but my father also believed that the situation at that time was still controllable, after all, we have always had envoys with Xixia.

Even if war breaks out, as long as Suizhou is built with natural barriers, the Xixia side will not be able to easily break through our army's defense line. In the end, we still have to negotiate, and if Suizhou is in our hands, we can gain an advantage in negotiations.

Take a step back, even if you want to abandon the defense, my father thinks that it is definitely not the best time to abandon the defense at that time, because Xixia has already launched an offensive at that time. Attack, and this will seriously affect the morale of our army. "

Zhang Fei continued to ask: "Han Xianggong thinks that the previous deputy envoy to recover Suizhou is well deployed, or is it a risky move?"

Han Zhongyan pondered a little, and said: "My father thinks that from a strategic point of view, it is more risky for the deputy envoy to do this, because it was really not suitable to start a war with Xixia at that time. But from the perspective of tactical deployment, it is very perfect. General and General Zhe are also very well prepared."

Hearing this, Wang Shao, Guo Kui, Yuan Jiang and others couldn't help admiring them.

As expected of Han Qi, the answer is really impeccable.

It's really impartial, both sides support, neither side can offend, you can't find any faults.

According to his opinion, it was not impossible to abandon Suizhou, but the timing was wrong.

In fact, the fact is also the same, you have already won it, and then returned it directly, who can guarantee that Xixia will stop here, seeing you are so cowardly, why should I go to your house to make a point, what if a gap is opened?

Han Qi is also an experienced diplomat. He chose to stick to Suizhou. If a big war really broke out, he thinks that the Xixia side will definitely consider it, and there will definitely be some diplomatic negotiations in the middle, and then discuss whether to abandon it or not. It is still too late to give up, Suizhou is still an important bargaining chip.

This judgment, not to mention generals, even civil servants with a little foresight also agree with it.

"One last question."

Zhang Fei asked: "I don't know what Han Xianggong's evaluation of Lu Zhifu's government affairs is after he came to Shaanxi?"

As soon as these words came out, many people were shocked.

Even Zhong Er and Lu Shen were stunned.

Is this aimed at Lu Shen?

This change of topic is really unexpected!

Because all the previous questions were aimed at Zhong Er, this is the first question directly aimed at Lu Shen.

But there was no confession before, pointing to Lu Shen.

Could it be that he tends to be kind?

It's hidden deep enough!

Even Han Zhongyan couldn't help hesitating a little, thinking, it's fortunate that his father explained this, otherwise, I really don't know how to answer this question. Cautiously asked: "I don't know what aspect President Zhang is asking?"

Zhang Fei asked calmly: "When Mr. Han arrived in Yanzhou, what did you think about the deployment of Yanzhou?"

Han Zhongyan said: "According to my father's observation, Yanzhou was also ready for battle at that time."

Zhang Fei asked again: "Is there any help for the deputy envoy?"

Something is wrong! Something is wrong!

Zheng Xie was already sweating, worried about his old friend.

Lu Shen himself had a serious expression on his face.

Han Zhongyan shook his head and said: "That's not true, because there is no imperial edict, in fact, what Lu Zhifu can do is very limited, and it still needs my father to coordinate and mobilize."

Zhang Fei suddenly turned his head to look at Zhong Er, and asked: "After the deputy envoy Zhong regained Suizhou, did he seek assistance from Yanzhou?"

Chang Er was still in a daze, the question was too weird, why did he suddenly point the finger at Lu Shen.

Zhang Fei asked: "A deputy envoy?"

"Oh."

Changer came back to his senses, shook his head and said, "No."

At that time, he wished that Lu Shen would not bother him, so he dared to take the initiative to contact Lu Shen.

Zhang Fei asked Han Zhongyan again: "After Han Xianggong decided to stick to Suizhou, did Yanzhou fully cooperate?"

Han Zhongyan thought for a while, and said: "When my father arrived in Yanzhou, the prefect Lu did complain to my father about the actions of the deputy envoy, but the prefect Lu still obeyed my father's order and did not cooperate."

"Thank you very much Judge Han for taking the pains to come here to testify."

Zhang Fei nodded with a smile, and said loudly: "This is the end of today's trial. Since this case is relatively complicated, the chief judge has to carefully review today's confession. , will choose a date for sentencing."

Speaking of which, he lightly tapped the gavel, "Retire."

Get up and nod slightly, then leave, leaving behind a group of dumbfounded VIPs.

That's it?