"Play hard to get?" Liu Ziqiu laughed heartily, "Did I think that much?"
Zhao Ling's face became solemn and he cupped his hands and said, "Don't you know who is the most dangerous person in the Goryeo Kingdom?"
Liu Ziqiu waved his hand and said: "Of course it is Ulji Mundeok who just left here. Without Ulji Mundeok, Goryeo King Gowon would not have been able to come up with so many conspiracies."
Zhao Ling once again raised his hand and said: "Your Majesty knows that this person is dangerous, why do you want to return to the mountain? I would like to ask your Majesty to issue an order to order General Yuchi to intercept and kill this person on the way out!"
In fact, when Liu Ziqiu let Eulji Wende go, Zhao Ling thought that Liu Ziqiu wanted to set an ambush along the way to kill Eulji Wende.
Liu Ziqiu shook his head and said: "Ulji Mundeok is indeed dangerous, but it is an ancient saying that the two countries do not kill the envoys when fighting. I cannot break this rule. Of course, you can rest assured. Although I will not kill him,
He, but someone will kill him!"
Zhao Ling had a kind of blind admiration for Liu Ziqiu. After listening to Liu Ziqiu's words, he finally relaxed his brows and said with a smile: "It turns out that your Majesty has a plan for a long time, but the humble minister is overly worried."
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At noon the next day, a larger team appeared outside the city. In the middle of the team was the flag of Goryeo, and there were many carriages traveling with it. On both sides of the team were Han cavalry. The Han cavalry and the Goryeo convoy were walking in the middle of the team.
At the same time, it is naturally called protection, but it is actually surveillance.
Liu Ziqiu had already received the news. He waved his hand gently and said, "Da Leng, please take someone to pick him up."
Daleng smiled and led a group of people out of the inner city. The group outside the city was already under the control of the Han army. Daleng met them effortlessly and saw Cengma walking at the front of the group.
Eulji Wende couldn't help but smile and said: "Eulji-sama has always been kind."
Although Eulji Wende hated Daleng in his heart, he also knew that he was Liu Ziqiu's confidant and did not dare to offend him too much, so he immediately returned the greeting: "Thank you, general." He then pointed to the large and luxuriously decorated carriage behind him.
, said: "My king is here, general, why don't you go and see me?"
In terms of power, the current King of Korea cannot be compared with Liu Ziqiu's close minister Daleng, but he is a prince after all. According to the rules, Daleng should also bow to him first. Of course, the rules are not valid at all times. For example,
Now that Gao Yuan himself has become a prisoner, he has no right to ask Daleng to come to see him. Eulji Wende actually said this on purpose. In his opinion, how could Daleng, a rough man who is greedy for money, do this?
Paying attention to these etiquettes, he will have another reason to blame the big man.
Unexpectedly, Daleng jumped off the horse without hesitation, stood beside the carriage with his hands folded, and said respectfully: "Da Leng, the commander of the Imperial Guards of the Han Dynasty, has met His Highness the King of Korea!"
A delicate white hand stretched out from the carriage and gently opened the curtain to one side. With the support of two girls in palace attire, King Gao Yuan of Goryeo slowly stepped out of the carriage. Gao Yuan was already in his forties and had fair skin.
Just like a thirty-year-old man, he is very well maintained, and it can be seen that he is usually pampered and pampered. However, he also understands the current situation of Goryeo. After seeing Daleng, his face was very humble, and he kept saying: "General, please excuse me."
The general and I ride together."
Daleng laughed loudly and said: "Thank you so much for your kindness, Your Highness, I will never get used to riding in a car."
Gao Yuan was not angry and said with a smile: "Then please get on the horse, general."
Dal froze and cupped his hands and said: "Easy to say, easy to say." Then he jumped up and was already sitting on the horse. When riding the horse past Eulji Wende, he whispered: "Mr. Eulji, please don't do it."
Forgot what you promised!"
His voice was very soft, as if he didn't want the third person to know, but it was just right for Gao Yuan to hear.
Eulji Wende did not doubt that he was there, but nodded and said: "General, don't worry, I am not someone who breaks my promise."
Gao Yuan heard this from behind, frowned inadvertently, turned around and got into the carriage again.
At this time, a group of cavalry came from behind, and the centurion led by it was Zhang Er at the head of Liaodong City. Zhang Er seemed not to have seen the carriage of the King of Korea at all, and went straight to Ulji Mundeok, grinning and saying: "Eulji Mundeok
Master Zhi, you and I meet again, don’t forget the agreement between you and me!”
Eulji Munduk's face twitched and he muttered softly: "Don't worry."
In the carriage, Gao Yuan happened to hear Zhang Er's words, but did not hear clearly what Eulji Wende replied. It is the most rare thing for monarchs and ministers to trust each other. Most of the time, monarchs and ministers are always suspicious of each other.
Gowon was no exception. For a long time, the military and political power of Goryeo had been in the hands of Ulji Mundeok, and Gowon had long had doubts. Now after hearing Uljiwende’s conversation with Daleng and Jang Er, he had this doubt
Deeper.
Liu Ziqiu was on his own expedition, and there must have been many important ministers around him. As the envoy of Goryeo, Eulji Mundeok should have had the opportunity to contact the higher-ranking ministers of civil and military affairs, but he had some private dealings with the two people in front of him who were obviously not very high-ranking.
, how can it not be suspicious?
Gao Yuan is not stupid either. Although these two people are not high-ranking, their positions are very important. One is the commander of the guards around Liu Ziqiu. He can obviously speak well in front of Liu Ziqiu. Getting to know Daleng is equivalent to getting close to Liu Ziqiu. And.
Another centurion named Zhang Er looks inconspicuous and his position is very ordinary, but now it is different because he is the leader of the cavalry team sent by the Han Dynasty to "protect" Gao Yuan. This time before Gao Yuan
When he came to see Liu Ziqiu, the Han people were only allowed to bring ten personal guards. It was obviously very risky to bring such a small number of guards, but the Han people promised that they would send additional troops to protect his safety, and those directly following his car were led by Zhang Er.
Hundreds of cavalry.
If Eulji Wende bought Daleng to please Liu Ziqiu, then what was the reason for buying Zhang Er? A terrible answer flashed through Gao Yuan's mind. At this time, he looked through the car curtain again.
Zhang Er felt that his eyes were fierce and flickering, and he glanced at his car from time to time. This made Gao Yuan's heart rise to his throat involuntarily, and his hands quietly grasped the hilt of the dagger at his waist.
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The car drove forward until they entered the domestic city and saw no movement from Zhang Er. Gao Yuan felt relieved. He knew that if Zhang Er wanted to take action, the best choice would be on the road. Now enter
After entering the city, even if he had ten more courages, he would not dare to commit a crime under Liu Ziqiu's nose, unless he got Liu Ziqiu's signal. And once Liu Ziqiu wanted his life, no matter how careful he was, he would only die.
Soon, a young scribe appeared outside the gate of the city guard's palace, raised his hands and said with a smile: "Zhao Ling, the bachelor of the Han cabinet, respectfully welcomes His Highness the King of Korea."
Gao Yuan was taken aback. Before the two girls raised the car curtain, he couldn't wait to jump out of the car. He raised his hands and said, "Xiao Wang pays homage to Mr. Zhao!"
He understood that Zhao Ling's status was many times higher than that of Daleng. If he could make friends with this person, it would help him gain a strong support in front of Liu Ziqiu. He had already lost trust in Eulji Wende, and wanted to
If you want to protect yourself, Liu Ziqiu is undoubtedly the best supporter. You must find someone who can speak in front of Liu Ziqiu as soon as possible.
Daleng, who was already standing outside the house, frowned inadvertently. He suddenly discovered that Gao Yuan at this moment was strong and fast, and he was completely different from when he met him just now. This shows that Gao Yuan is also good at disguise.
Although he obviously has martial arts skills, he has to make himself look like a helpless scholar. He needs the help of a maid even to get out of the car. But he doesn't know that his inadvertent frowning action fell into Gao Yuan's eyes.
Another meaning. Gao Yuan is even more convinced that there must be some ulterior deal between Daleng and Eulji Munduk, so he is afraid that Zhao Ling will get close to him. Thinking of this, Gao Yuan wants to win over Zhao Ling.
.
Zhao Ling didn't know the connection, so he smiled and said, "Your Majesty has been waiting for a long time. Your Majesty, please come quickly!"
However, Gao Yuan grabbed Zhao Ling's wrist and said, "Master Zhao, please wait! Please move, Master Zhao, and follow Xiao Wang to meet someone."
Zhao Ling was a scholar after all. He struggled twice but couldn't break free, so he could only say in surprise: "Who is your Highness going to take me to see?"
Gao Yuan smiled lightly and said, "You will know it when you see it."
Eulji Wende couldn't help but change his expression as he watched Gao Yuan take Zhao Ling to the second carriage. He knew that the two Korean princesses were sitting in the second carriage. It was only after his repeated persuasion that Gao Yuan decided to take Zhao Ling to the second carriage.
He brought out his two precious daughters and prepared to present them to Liu Ziqiu. At this time, Liu Ziqiu had not seen the two princesses, but Gao Yuan asked Zhao Ling to take a look at them first. Eulji Wende really couldn't guess what his intention was. But he
After all, he is just a minister, no matter how strong he is, he cannot bring down Gao Yuan's face in front of outsiders.
From the corner of the car curtain, two charming beauties poked their heads out: "Father, why are you calling me?"
Gao Yuan said happily: "Come and see Mr. Zhao."
Of course, his smile was forced out, and who would be willing to give his daughter away as a gift? Even if it was given to the Emperor of the Han Dynasty, he would not want to.
The two Korean princesses were very obedient, and each saluted Zhao Ling: "I have met Mr. Zhao."
The sound was clear and crisp, like the cry of an oriole, which made Zhao Ling tremble and he hurriedly returned the courtesy.
Gao Yuan then took Zhao Ling's wrist and said, "Master Zhao, please take the little king to see His Majesty." After entering the gate of the city guard's mansion, he asked again: "I wonder what Master Zhao thinks of my daughter?"
Zhao Ling nodded: "Sure enough, the country is beautiful and fragrant. I am sure I will be favored by His Majesty."
In fact, Zhao Ling knew in his heart that although these two Goryeo princesses were pretty, they were still inferior to those of the empresses around Liu Ziqiu. When Liu Ziqiu invaded Luoyang, there were many stunning ladies in Shanglin Xiyuan.
Liu Ziqiu had almost left behind almost none of the beauties, and had sent them all away. How could he care about these two Goryeo princesses? Of course, for the wealthy Zhao Ling, he could only bury these words in his heart, but it was impossible to say them out.