The spring is just right and the flowers are beautiful.
On the high platform and pavilion, the King of Chu was holding his crotch and holding two slender-waisted beauties. He was sitting on the platform admiring flowers, chatting and laughing, and overlooking the scenery.
From time to time, I would give you a kiss on the left side and a kiss on the right side. It would feel warm and soft in my hands, and the fragrance would fill my nose. It was so beautiful and joyful.
These were the days of the nobles of Chu.
This is the beautiful life that he, the King of Chu, should enjoy.
But there are always unscrupulous people who want to disturb the king's happy days. As footsteps approach, the attendant comes to report that Songyang Jun Jingzhao wants to see him.
The King of Chu was holding his cud, his face darkened.
Songyang Jun Jingzhao was the pillar minister of Chu State.
The King of Chu had no ill feelings towards this minister, and even trusted him very much.
It was not because Jing Zhao belonged to his clique, but on the contrary, he was a neutral person who had a good reputation in the Chu region and was known as a benevolent elder.
In the past, the king of Chu committed regicide and usurped the throne. He was accused by countless nobles and lords. Some people even openly raised flags to rebel, as if they were going to start a civil war.
At this time, Songyang Jun Jingzhao publicly supported Fu Cu on the grounds that the country relied on Chang Jun and it was not suitable for turmoil to be taken advantage of by the Qin people.
King Chu of Chu was very moved. After his position was stabilized, he trusted Jing Zhao and thought he was a good minister.
But as the war between Qin and Chu ended, he became more and more disgusted with Jing Zhao.
No wonder, this man and Xiang Yan were too close.
The choice Xiang Yan made during the battle between Qin and Chu made Fu Chu feel angry and deeply afraid at the same time.
"Go and call Jin Xia."
The King of Chu carried the cud and whispered instructions to his attendants. He did not want to be entangled with Jing Zhao alone.
The attendant followed the order and left. King Chu continued to play with the two beauties for a while. After checking that the time was almost up, he asked Jing Zhao to come in.
After a while, Jing Zhao was led by the waiter to the high platform and bowed to see him.
"I wonder why Lord Songyang came to see Bugu?"
The King of Chu opened his mouth and waved the two beauties to go down.
After Jing Zhao hesitated for a moment, he said, "I'm here because of the affairs of Shangzhu Kingdom."
"Oh? Something about Shangzhu Kingdom? Is there anything going on in Shangzhu Kingdom?"
The King of Chu, who knew his adviser clearly, pretended not to understand, but in fact he was sneering in his heart.
Jing Zhao gritted his teeth, thinking that the rumor had spread throughout the Chu capital, and the king must have heard about it a long time ago. Shangzhu Kingdom has not come back yet, and if Jing Zhao does not come to explain, I am afraid that the king will become suspicious of Shangzhu Kingdom.
"Your Majesty, I have heard recent rumors that when the Shangzhu Kingdom was at war with the Qin people, they wanted to support Prince Qi, so they did not return to Shouchun. I dare to say that this matter is definitely fabricated. Shangzhu Kingdom
I have absolutely no intention of doing so."
"At that time, Shangzhuguo and Gongzi Qi had no intersection. They had no idea what kind of person the other party was. How could they have any intention of supporting him?"
"Moreover, during the war between Qin and Chu, the situation was very dangerous. The wise men of the above Zhu Kingdom only wanted to resist Qin and unite the Chu Kingdom. They had no other intentions."
"The reason why Shangzhu State did not return its troops at that time and chose to go north to Xiangcheng was because it saw through the trick of Qin general Zhao Tuo and did not want to be lured south by him and give up the opportunity to defeat Mengwu. It is because of this that our Chu army
Can we achieve a great victory that has not been seen in decades and completely drive the Qin people out of the Chu Kingdom?"
The King of Chu smiled and nodded, but in fact his heart was filled with anger.
Jing Zhao explained it really well.
Xiang Yan did not support Xiong Qizhi because he did not understand Xiong Qi, and because the war between Qin and Chu needed to unite people.
Does that mean that when Xiang Yan and Xiong Qi get to know each other and feel that this person is suitable, and then the battle between Qin and Chu is over, he will have the idea of deposing Li?
Then he, Xiang Yan, can support Xiong Qi in power?
Jing Zhao continued to explain: "And what happened was exactly as Shangzhu expected. The troops that came to Shouchun were only a partial army, so Shangzhu's decision to only send Zhaoping back with 10,000 soldiers and horses was correct.
If he withdraws all his troops, then Meng Wu..."
"Haha, Lord Songyang said this
That’s bad.”
A sneer came. Jing Zhao turned around and saw Jin Xia, the right Yin, striding towards him. He suddenly looked unhappy.
This Jin Xia is not a good minister.
Jin Xia ignored Jing Zhao's downcast expression, but said to himself: "Songyang Jun said that Shangzhu State sent Zhao Ping with 10,000 people to return reinforcements is correct. Then where is Zhao Ping now?"
"Where is the Qin general Zhao Tuo who came to my Shouchun city now?"
Jing Zhao's face twitched, knowing that he had said the wrong thing to explain Xiang Yan's failure to come back for help.
Where is Zhaoping?
Of course he is dead.
Where is Zhao Tuo?
He probably returned to Qin to receive great merit.
Jing Zhao said weakly: "No one expected that the Qin general Zhao Tuo was so powerful that he could defeat Zhaoping's 10,000 troops. This was not expected by Shangzhu State either."
Jin Xia sneered and said, "Yes, Shangzhu Kingdom didn't expect it, but the king did!"
"Your Majesty, Shenwu Yingming, has long known that Zhao Tuo is a famous general of the Qin State and is definitely not an enemy that ordinary people can defeat."
"That's why I ordered the Shangzhu Kingdom to lead a large army back to annihilate Zhao Tuo, this Qin army. Unexpectedly, the Shangzhu Kingdom disobeyed the order and only sent Zhao Ping with 10,000 people. As a result, Zhao was killed by that
Zhao Tuo was defeated, and the 10,000-strong army was defeated by 5,000 Qin troops. This is really a shame and humiliation!"
"If Shangzhu Kingdom listens to the king's edict and comes back with 30,000 troops to encircle and suppress, then Zhao Tuo'an can escape! King An can have the shame of Surabaya!"
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The King of Chu took a deep breath.
Although he was angry before, he was afraid of Xiang Yan's reputation after defeating the Qin army, so he couldn't take action.
Now with "rumors" spreading everywhere, he knew he couldn't wait any longer, otherwise things would change later.
But Xiong Chu must not openly punish Xiang Yan, or even show his malice, otherwise it will give Xiang Yan and Xiong a reason to usurp the throne and rebel.
"Jin Qing's words are too much. Shangzhu State defeated the Qin army and created a great victory that has not been seen in decades. With such credit, what's wrong with it?"
The King of Chu lowered his head and spoke calmly. What he said made Jin Xia startled, but Jing Zhao smiled.
It seems that this king is still wise.
The King of Chu lowered his head and smiled and said: "Bugu will naturally not believe the rumors, and in order to commend the Shangzhu Kingdom for its contribution, and to let the people of Chu know that Bugu will not be suspicious of the Shangzhu Kingdom because of the rumors.
Therefore, Bugu will appoint Shangzhuguo as the magistrate of our Chu Kingdom, and ask him to return to Shouchun to help Bugu preside over state affairs!"
Hearing this, Jin Xia's eyes lit up.
He was promoted to Ling Yin and secretly seized military power.
The king’s move is so high, so high!
Jing Zhao was stunned, thinking deeply, but he saw that the King of Chu was carrying his cud with a calm demeanor, and his words were full of affirmation and praise for Xiang Yan, and he did not seem to be affected by the rumors.
Ling Yin, the highest title in Chu State.
Holding the power of a country, being in a high position, leading the people, and taking over the military and political power.
Of course, with the changes of the times, the military power of Chu State is now mainly concentrated in the hands of Shangzhu State and Sima.
Ling Yin's main responsibility is to comprehensively manage national affairs, which is equivalent to the position of prime minister in other countries.
Letting Xiang Yan serve as Ling Yin is indeed a promotion and reward.
Jing Zhao thought that the war between Qin and Chu was over. Even if the Qin State wanted to attack Chu again, it would probably be a long time before Shangzhu State resigned from his military post and returned to the capital of Chu as a commander. It was a good thing and not inappropriate.
Although this king is a little timid, he still understands the truth.
Jing Zhao cupped his hands and said, "Your Majesty is wise."
On the high platform, I watched Jing Zhao's leaving figure.
Jin Xia said sympathetically: "The king's promotion of Xiang Yan to Ling Yin is indeed a good move. It not only leaves people speechless, but also takes away his military power, prevents him from causing trouble outside, and allows him to be monitored nearby.
I don’t dare to make any move. It’s just that Young Master Qi..."
"Hmph, Xiong Qi... isn't he called the hero of our Chu country?"
"Bu Gu naturally wants him to continue to be a hero. Now that Qin has withdrawn its troops, Huaibei has no other use. But Wuyue, east of the Yangtze River, has recently been invaded by Yue people, so it is just right for our young master from Chu to go and serve the country.
"
The King of Chu was holding his crotch in his arms with a smile on his face. There were many barbarians in Wuyue and Jiangdong, so he threw Xiong Qi there and separated him from Xiang Yan to see what kind of trouble they could make.
Hearing this, Jin Xia praised him, rolled his eyes, and said: "Your Majesty, I think this Lord Songyang is probably a party of Xiang Yan. It is inevitable that when Xiang Yan comes back to life, they will collude with each other. It is better to send Song Yang away."
Yang Jun is sent as an envoy to the Qi State. In this way, we can use the power of the Chu State to defeat the Qin people and draw the Qi State over. Even if the Qin people attack again in the future, we will have the Qi State as our support."
"Jin Qing is worried about the country, and he is truly a good minister."