Qingji took his Liuyuwang chariot. Surrounded by thousands of his subjects, he got out of the chariot and slowly walked towards the bank of Xianghu Lake.

However, according to etiquette, he did not immediately board the square altar to worship the Emperor of Heaven!

To offer sacrifices, you must choose an auspicious time.

During the Spring and Autumn Period, although etiquette and music collapsed, the kings of various countries were still very particular about rules when it came to such important matters as crown ceremonies.

Entering the venue, the first thing Qing Ji had to receive were the envoys from Jin, Qi, Wei, Lu, Song and other Central Plains countries.

Including the State of Yue, envoys from fifteen countries came to congratulate King Wu Qingji this time and presented them with valuable gifts!

Before Qing Ji captured the capital of Wu, he did not immediately hold a ceremony to declare himself king. Instead, he postponed it for two months and specially invited envoys from all over the world to watch the ceremony in order to promote the current power of Wu.

"Is the envoy from Chu coming?"

Qingji asked.

Dazai Jizha, who was on one side, bowed and said, "Your Majesty, I haven't seen the envoy of Chu yet."

Hearing this, Qingji couldn't help but narrowed his eyes, feeling quite puzzled!

What kind of medicine are sold in the gourds of Chu people?

Even the envoys of the Jin State were able to travel thousands of miles to attend Qing Ji's crowning ceremony, despite the hardships and dangers. Why, as a native of Chu from a neighboring country, did he not even see his envoys?

No news at all?

Qingji felt very suspicious.

Logically speaking, Wu and Chu have already entered into an alliance, and the people of Chu should send envoys to observe the ceremony and congratulate them no matter what!

Qingji didn't have time to think too much, so he calmed down his inner thoughts and greeted the envoys from various countries who came to watch the ceremony with a smile.

Since the time of King Shoumeng of Wu, the State of Wu has begun to communicate frequently with other countries in the Central Plains. In the wars with the Chu people, they have won and lost each other. They are evenly matched, and they have already demonstrated the prestige of the State of Wu!

Therefore, when Qingji faced these officials from various countries, he could remain calm and smile, without losing the demeanor that a king should have.

"Shi Mi Mou, the envoy of the State of Jin, comes to see Mr. Wu!"

Accompanied by Dazai Jizha, Qingji received envoys from various countries one by one.

A middle-aged man over eight feet tall, wearing a red and black official robe and a high crown, stepped forward and bowed to Qingji.

"Your Majesty, this is Shibo, the governor of the Jin Dynasty."

Jizha introduced Qingji from one side.

"It turns out to be Shibo. I have admired him for a long time!"

Qingji exchanged pleasantries.

This Shi Mimo can be regarded as a historical celebrity in the late Spring and Autumn Period!

In "Zuo Zhuan", there is a lot of writing about Shimimo, even more than ordinary monarchs.

Shi Mimo, also known as Shi Jingbo, Shibo, Sima Mimo, was the son of Shi Wenbo.

He was the governor of the Jin State, established the Zhou Dynasty, and formulated the design plan for the city of Zhou!

It is worth mentioning that the Liguan of the Jin State was equivalent to the Tingwei of the Wu State. They were in charge of punishment and prison and had considerable powers.

Although Shimimo held such an official position, his eloquence was outstanding and he was eloquent!

Shimimo was a rare man of noble virtue among the ministers and officials of Jin State.

At that time, the State of Jin wanted to release the detained official Shusun Ruo of the State of Lu, so it sent Shi Mimo to act as a lobbyist.

Uncle Sun was originally very angry, but when he heard that the Jin official was coming, he planned to murder the Jin official!

As a result, Shimimo's words not only saved his own life, but also eliminated Lu's resentment towards Jin!

It can be seen from this that sometimes the sharp tongue of a wise man can indeed defeat thousands of troops.

Now, the Jin State can send the official Mi Mou as an envoy to Wu to observe the ceremony, which shows that the alliance between Wu and Jin is still unbreakable.

Gein, whether it is Wu or Jin, they all have a common enemy!

Chu State!

Therefore, both in terms of emotion and reason, Qingji should treat Shimimo with courtesy.

"Wu Jun, I have really admired your name Wu Jun for a long time."

Shimimo smiled slightly and said: "Wu Jun became famous at a young age, and his bravery is the best in the world. Now he drives out the rebels, brings order to the chaos, inherits the rule at a weak age, and rules the Wu Kingdom. It will be of great benefit to Wu and Jin!"

"The friendship between Wu and Jin is deeply felt by me and cannot be forgotten. Without the full support of the Jin State, how could we be where we are today?"

"Wu Jun does not need to be humble. External forces are external forces after all. If Wu Jun is incompetent, how can he be given the crown as he is today?"

Qingji was able to form a revenge army in Weiguo and bring order to the chaos, which was indeed inseparable from the strong support of Jin.

Whether it was recruiting troops or training troops, Gai Yin Qingji needed a certain amount of food and military resources. It was with the support of Jin that all the countries in the Central Plains could support Qingji one after another, allowing him to raise enough troops and equipment!

For all countries, Qingji is a potential stock that cannot be underestimated.

The Jin State, on the other hand, wants to continue to maintain its alliance with Wu State, so that Wu State can continue to attack each other with Chu State, so that it can reap the benefits!

Helu, who killed the king and usurped the throne, was obviously not a good person, so the princes of the Central Plains, led by Jin, were more optimistic about Qingji, who was brave and resourceful, rather than the ambitious Helu.

This is an extremely real problem!

If we look at it from the perspective of modern people, this is a loss-making business for the countries in the Central Plains.

But if they can help Qing Ji rule the Wu Kingdom, they will definitely gain the favor of the Wu people, and they will not have to worry about threats from the Wu Kingdom from now on!

"Wu Jun, there is something, I wonder if Wu Jun knows about it?"

"What's the matter?"

Shimimo suddenly came forward and whispered in Qingji's ear: "Earlier, our Jin State received a report that the Chu army in Yingdu was secretly gathering, and the Chu State's grain and supplies reappeared one after another.

The carts are constantly being transported to Shudi, and the grain carts are crowding the roads, fearing that the Chu people may have the intention of attacking Wu!"

"really?"

Qingji couldn't help but frown.

Shimimo bowed and said: "I dare not hide it from Lord Wu. The tens of thousands of Chu troops who were originally gathered in Yingdu have disappeared. I am afraid they have all secretly entered Shudi!"

"I know."

Qing Ji still looked calm and calm on the surface, but in reality he was cursing secretly in his heart.

Shudi is an area in the east of Chu State, bordering Wu State!

In the early years, the two countries Wu and Chu fought fiercely around Shudi, but the Wu army failed to capture this territory from beginning to end.

If the Chu army were to attack Wu, they could advance from many directions, and Shudi was one of them. Moreover, the Chu army could enter the territory of Wu without anyone noticing.

Because there is a big river (Yangtze River) across it, if the Chu army marches from Shudi, the Wu Kingdom opposite will be a land of high mountains and blocked roads, but it is very hidden!

The Chu army was even able to march straight in through continuous rapid marches, surprise attack on the capital of Wu, and march to the city gates.

Of course, this is a very stupid strategy!

Because of this strategy, the Chu army's own non-combat attrition was very serious.

Therefore, if the Chu army wants to attack Wu, the best way is still to take a boat division, follow the water all the way eastward from the river, break through the cities of Wu State along the river such as Zuzi, Tong, and Rui, and reach the capital of Wu!
Chapter completed!