Chapter 422 Ying Zhengs thoughts, on the eve of the Chu Rebellion
When Bai Yan returned to Bai Yu's mansion, it was already late at night.
However, in the study, Uncle Bai and others were still awake. Seeing Bai Yan come back, they all breathed a sigh of relief.
"Where are you going today? You just came back now!"
When Bai Yu saw Bai Yan coming back, he asked with a smile. The smile on his face was completely different from before, which actually made Bai Yan a little uncomfortable.
After all, in Bai Yan's eyes, Bai Yu treats him like a brat and is always straightforward in his words and deeds. What does this smile mean?
"I went to the Embassy of Qi today and met my friend Rui Wei later!"
After Bai Yan bowed to everyone, he looked at Bai Yu with some doubts.
"Rui Wei?"
When Uncle Bai and Bai Yan heard Bai Yan's words, they remembered that Rui Wei was a minister and a descendant of the Rui family.
However, I heard that Bai Yan was going to visit the Embassy of Qi State today.
Think of this.
Uncle Bai looked at Bai Yan.
"I received news today. I heard that Tian Ding seems to have been looking for someone during this period. I don't know who he is specifically looking for!"
Uncle Bai said, shaking his head slightly, his eyes full of doubts.
Although this is Xianyang, Tian Ding is a clan member of Qi State and has quite a lot of connections in Xianyang. Therefore, Tian Ding's whereabouts have always been very secretive, and his purpose is even more difficult to figure out. Fortunately, due to many days of walking around, Bai's eyeliners were able to receive it.
information.
"If Tian Ding is able to find him, I am afraid that this person must be extremely important to Tian Ding. Unfortunately, Tian Ding acts cautiously, and the chance of finding out who Tian Ding is looking for is slim."
Bai Yan also sighed.
Tian Ding had repeatedly stymied Bai Yan secretly before, and openly alienated Bai Yan in the Qin court. Although Mr. Hu protected Bai Yan that day, for the Bai family, she and Tian Ding were already married.
Take revenge.
Therefore, even if Tian Ding is not secretly plotting against Bai Yan, Bai naturally does not want to let Tian Ding get his way if there is a chance.
"Boy, who taught you how to arrange the situation in Luoyin?"
When Bai Yu saw his two brothers talking about Tian Ding, he didn't take it to heart. If Tian Ding was so easy to deal with and his purpose was so easy to know, then he wouldn't be a feared Tian Ding. Now compared to Tian Ding
, he is more concerned about Luoyin's affairs.
"It's a shame you didn't tell me after I asked several times before!"
While Bai Yu was speaking, he picked up the bamboo slips on the table and waved them towards Bai Yan, with a smile on his face.
"On the way to Qin, I saw two merchants arguing about how much money they needed to cross the river. After crossing the river, they went to a restaurant and spent hundreds and thousands of dollars to make a beauty smile. I just remembered it for a moment! It's not a biography of a famous teacher!"
Bai Yan heard Bai Yu mention Luoyin and looked at the bamboo slips in Bai Yu's hand. He immediately knew that the news from Luoyin had been sent. He didn't hide it when he saw it and found an excuse to explain it.
"What did you think about it?"
When Bai Yu heard Bai Yan's words, his eyes widened with confusion, and he looked at Bai Yan with disbelief.
When Bai Yan saw this, he looked down at himself with some confusion, and then looked at Bai Yu. He didn't understand what Bai Yu's expression was, and why couldn't it be his idea?
The second day.
At the end of the day, in the study room of Xianyang Palace, Bai Yan and Ying Zheng, who had had a day's rest, were about to face the skyrocketing workload after their break.
Although he did not go to court, the affairs of the entire Qin State's counties and counties were still continuously reported to Xianyang.
Bai Yan was fine, so he just helped to deliver the books and put them away after Ying Zheng had dealt with them. He also kept some things that needed to be remembered in his heart. It was Ying Zheng who was tired. He looked at Ying Zheng's busy look.
, Bai Yandu sighed, luckily Ying Zheng's physique was not bad, otherwise his body would have collapsed long ago.
"Your Majesty, a secret message came from Chu State overnight!"
A eunuch held a rolled up cloth, walked into the study room in small steps, and said to Ying Zheng Ji Li.
Seeing this, Bai Yan walked up to the eunuch, picked up the secret letter in the eunuch's hand, and handed it to Ying Zheng.
When Ying Zheng heard the news that came from Chu State overnight, he knew it was not a trivial matter, so he put down the bamboo slips in his hand, took the secret message and opened it to read. After reading, Ying Zheng raised his head, sighed, and handed the secret message to
Bai Yan.
"Let's see!"
Ying Zheng said to Bai Yan.
Bai Yan looked at Ying Zheng's eyes and knew what Ying Zheng meant, so in front of Ying Zheng, he held up the cloth and looked at it. When he saw the message that King Chu had died suddenly, his heart beat faster.
"Your Majesty, the Chu Kingdom is going to be in chaos!"
Bai Yan looked at Ying Zheng and said.
Regardless of whether it was the King of Chu who died, for the Qin State, the death of the King of Chu also meant that the situation of the Chu State and even the world would be affected. Previously, the Qin State destroyed Han, the Qin State destroyed Zhao, and even now the Qin State sends troops to destroy it.
Yan had considered that the King of Chu had been seriously ill and was dying, and the Chu State did not dare to send troops easily.
Now that the dying King of Chu has died suddenly, it means that the Chu State has begun to fight within itself, and the Chu State is in chaos until the next King of Chu appears.
"Chu State!"
Ying Zheng stood up, slowly came to the window, and looked at the scene outside.
"Come here! Summon the Prime Minister Wei, Guowei, and Tingwei to the left and right to enter the palace to discuss matters!"
Ying Zheng shouted.
The eunuch who was originally waiting in the distance quickly bowed to Ying Zheng and then slowly retreated.
"Bai Yan, in your eyes, is this the time to destroy Chu?"
Ying Zheng looked out the window and asked softly.
Although Bai Yan is young, Ying Zheng is very aware of Bai Yan's ability to lead troops in battles, which is no less than that of other generals in the court.
Bai Yan has never let him down in a battle with Nu, or even against Li Mu.
So now, facing the sudden death of the King of Chu and facing the Chu State that was about to be in turmoil, Ying Zheng could not suppress the excitement in his heart and chose to ask Bai Yan.
"Return to the king!"
Bai Yan stood by the wooden table, listening to Ying Zheng's inquiry, looking thoughtful, and then bowed to Ying Zheng.
“I think it’s not the time to destroy Chu yet!”
Bai Yan spoke without much hesitation.
This surprised Ying Zheng, who was standing by the window, and Bai Yan's decisiveness.
"Your Majesty, in my eyes, Qin and Chu will definitely have a battle. If we take advantage of the sudden death of the King of Chu and attack Chu, the Chu State, which was originally preparing for civil strife, will work together to deal with the Qin State. This will be detrimental to the Qin State. If at this time
Once the Qin State falls into a war with the Chu State, it will definitely allow the Wei and Yan States to take the opportunity to regain their homeland, and even help the destroyed Han and Zhao remnants to recover. Therefore, I think it is better to just sit back and watch the chaos in the Chu State.
, Qin State took the opportunity to destroy Yan and Wei, and after Qin annexed Yan and Wei, it would then destroy Chu State! At that time, Qin State had enough time to send troops to destroy Chu State, one year would not take two years, two years would not take three years!
The isolated and helpless Chu State can hold on for a few more years, and it is possible that it can withstand Qin's successive attacks!"
Bai Yan said to Ying Zheng.
The front is analysis, and the following paragraph makes it clear to Bai Yan that Ying Zheng is very excited at this moment. Therefore, Bai Yan knows what he just said. Only by letting Ying Zheng's mind see that in the future, Chu State will only be conquered by Qin State.
In the scene of destruction, Ying Zheng will easily give up the current temptation.
I have to say that Bai Yan's guess was not wrong.
After these remarks, Ying Zheng, who was standing by the window, turned directly to look at Bai Yan.
What he said just now was not only reasonable and well-founded, but the last words pierced Ying Zheng's heart. Not only did he give up his current thoughts of sending troops to attack Chu, but he also seemed to see a scene in which the whole world would return to Qin in the future.
"I summoned those ministers, but I feel it is unnecessary!"
Ying Zheng couldn't help but smile and said.
Ying Zheng's expression at this moment was completely different from the solemn expression he had just before when he saw the sudden death of King Chu.
"Now the Chu State is about to be in chaos, what about the Qin State?"
Ying Zheng looked at Bai Yan with a smile and asked.
Bai Yan raised his hands to Ying Zheng.
"Let the Chu State be in chaos, great chaos, the more chaotic the better, the longer the better!"
Bai Yan said.
Ying Zheng burst out laughing when he heard Bai Yan's words.
"Hahaha, Cai!"
After laughing, Ying Zheng looked at Bai Yan and became more convinced of his idea. Although Bai Yan led the troops, the Qin State and even him, the King of Qin, were very relieved. With Bai Yan leading the troops to garrison Yanmen, it was also
There is no need to worry about many nomadic tribes from the north going south.
But compared to Bai Yan's talent in leading troops, what Ying Zheng paid more attention to was Bai Yan's talent as an official.
If Bai Yan was talented and intelligent before the incident in Luoyin, Ying Zheng could still understand that it was Tian Jin who taught him, and Ying Zheng still recognized Tian Jin's ability.
However, after the Luoyin edict was issued, Bai Yan's talents and understanding of the situation made Ying Zheng deeply aware that as Tian Jin's disciple, Bai Yan's talents may have already surpassed that of his master Tian
Jin.
Otherwise, if Tian Jin and Bai Yan could conquer the world with one city, how could the Qi country still be the Qi country it is today?
Therefore.
As early as when he received Bai Yan's secret letter from Luoyin, after Ying Zheng read the message, he had already decided that he would take Bai Yan with him in the future and promote him to the rank of permanent servant.
Bai Yan took his place.
There are many generals in the court who can lead the Qin army. Not to mention the generals who are under ten thousand people, but those who are above ten thousand people include Qiang Xing, Wang Li, Li You, Li Xin, Meng Tian and others, all of them are young and strong.
The generals of the faction all came from famous families, and there were more than 100,000 people including Wang Jian, Wang Ben and his father, Xin Sheng, Yang Duanhe, Feng Jie, Hu Jin and others, even more numerous.
It is indeed a rare good thing that the Qin State has many famous generals like Bai Yan, and famous generals with clean backgrounds. It can also make Ying Zheng, the King of Qin, feel at ease.
But Ying Zheng knew better that what the Qin State lacked now was talents who could help him take care of Anbang in the court. Wei Zhuang, Wang Wan, Feng Quji and others were all old, and others
As for the young and strong faction, even the middle-class faction, none of them can be embarrassed by big posts.
The appearance of Bai Yan allowed Ying Zheng to see a solution to Qin's dilemma. Now that Qin is attacking other countries and even destroying Han, Zhao has attracted the dissatisfaction of scholars from all over the world. Scholars from various countries are unwilling to enter Qin and face the court.
Talented ministers are scarce. Looking at Bai Yan, who is young but outstanding, Ying Zheng cannot let Bai Yan lead the army again.
How could Ying Zheng be willing to let Bai Yan go to another place at such a young age? Once Bai Yan had any shortcomings, the predicament of the Qin court would inevitably repeat the same mistakes, and at that time, Qin would not have time.
"This matter concerning the Chu Kingdom will be left to Lord Changping to handle!"
Ying Zheng sighed and looked out the window again. Although there was no longer the excitement and joy just now, for Ying Zheng, it was actually much more relaxed.
"Your Majesty, I think that maybe we can take the opportunity to solve the Yingchuan chaos together!"
When Bai Yan heard what Ying Zheng said, he raised his hands to Ying Zheng and said.
"Yingchuan?"
Ying Zheng had just relaxed for a few breaths. When he heard Bai Yan's words, he frowned slightly and looked thoughtful. Then he immediately thought of the meaning of Bai Yan's words.
"Do you want to use Han Wangan! to get rid of the gentry forces in Yingchuan in one fell swoop?"
Ying Zheng turned around and looked at Bai Yan again.
In just a short while, Bai Yan had already surprised Ying Zheng twice. Looking at Bai Yan who nodded and bowed, Ying Zheng's eyes were filled with smiles.
Bai Yan wanted to take advantage of the chaos in Chu State and have no time to intervene in Yingchuan's affairs, and attack Yingchuan to kill two birds with one stone. But what Bai Yan didn't know was that in his eyes, Ying Zheng, this matter was actually killing three birds with one stone because
In addition to the Chu State and Yingchuan, there is also the Chu Clan. Ying Zheng has been planning this matter for two years.
After the fall of Korea two years ago, he ordered King An of Han to be moved to Yingchen, and preparations had already begun.
Thinking of this, Ying Zheng is not in a hurry to tell Bai Yan about this matter. There are some things that need to be understood by Bai Yan. When Bai Yan understands them, he will naturally understand when Ying Zheng started secretly preparing to attack the Chu family.
Take action.
"After Lord Changping, Wei Liao and others leave, you go and stay with Li Si. I have something to do and need to talk to Li Si alone!"
Ying Zheng ordered softly and walked towards the desk, preparing to continue handling the affairs before Wei Liao and others arrived, otherwise there would be too much backlog of affairs and he would be even busier in the future.
"promise!"
Bai Yan heard Ying Zheng's words and quickly accepted the order.
Yanmen Shanwu.
With the passing of the dry season, continuous rains over the past few months have continued to nourish the land, and all things are growing and growing, as if God is somehow making up for it.
After sunset, as the seat of Yanmen County, Shanwu City is still quite lively. Although it is not as good as Handan, Taoyi, Luoyang and other world-famous wealthy places, it can be regarded as unique and peaceful.
Because it is close to the northern grasslands, as there are many shops in Yanmen Shanwu City, it also has scenery that is not available in Luoyin, Handan, etc.
In Lu's Restaurant.
As the sun sets, scholars and merchants who have been busy all day or running around all day naturally come to the restaurant in groups.
For thousands of years, except for three meals a day, men have not been allowed to satisfy their hunger. Once satisfied, they will become sexually obsessed. Whether it is among colleagues, businessmen, or friends, there will always be a culture of drinking and sex.
"Have you heard? Yingzheng entrusted Luoyin as a fiefdom for Bai Yan, who is now Bai Yan, the county lieutenant here in Yanmen!"
"I have heard about this matter a long time ago. I have heard from people in Luoyin during this period that after Bai Yan obtained the fiefdom, the three old noble families in Luoyin also united to deal with Bai Yan, but that will happen later."
In the private room.
As several middle-aged businessmen in rather high-end clothes gathered together, drinking and chatting with each other, Cen Qing obediently let the restaurant girl come in and pour wine for the guests.
Listening to what those wealthy businessmen said and what happened about that young man, Cen Qing's beautiful eyes sparkled.
manor!!!
Even though she is from a humble background, basically a woman from a small village, Cen Qing is very clear about the meaning of these two words. However, many heroes and talents have always wanted nothing more than money, power, and fiefdom!
Like that, a dream that many men dream of but cannot achieve.
For thousands of years, some people who are not relatives of the royal family and whose ancestors are in the dark have been rewarded with fiefdoms by the king.
But that young man did it!
If it weren't for this period of time, ten, twenty, dozens or hundreds of guests were all talking about this matter. Cen Qing would not have believed anything he said. The young man from the water village had now been granted a fiefdom by the king.
Cen Qing was still in a daze after hearing about the fiefdom.
Thinking back to those villagers who laughed at the boy in the water village, and in my own village, when talking about the boy, every elder, even the respected old man, showed a big smile.
"Beauty, can you sit down and have a drink with me?"
The words of a businessman brought Cen Qing back to her senses. She looked at the middle-aged man who looked confident but looked at her with squinting eyes. Cen Qing bowed to the man.
"Forgive me, guests, but Xi'er doesn't drink alcohol!"
Cen Qing said to the middle-aged wealthy businessman.
A long time ago, the young man did not know what he had told him before he left, but since then, Cen Qing discovered that the restaurant owners no longer let her accompany them to drink, and were mostly responsible for welcoming guests and arranging private rooms.
Although he is busy, he does not allow other men to take advantage of him. Compared with the busy days outside Linzi in the fields, this job is quite decent in Cen Qing's eyes. If he meets a generous guest, he will be happy and point out
Maybe the guests will give her a reward or two.
"Don't drink?"
When the middle-aged wealthy businessman heard Cen Qing's words, he frowned slightly, feeling a little disappointed. He looked up and down at the woman in front of him calmly. Although she was not stunningly beautiful, her figure was quite attractive for her young age, and she was different from other women.
The taste is more feminine.
This made the well-informed middle-aged wealthy businessman unable to help but be intrigued, but now he was a little surprised when he heard the woman's words.
"Brother Zhu, you don't know! This girl, if you don't accompany her to drink, I don't know how many people will be too greedy to eat! You, don't even think about it, hahahaha!"
"Hahahahahaha!!"
In the private room, other men laughed and joked.
For these middle-aged men, it is normal to talk about women, but for this girl Xi'er, everyone is really itchy. The reason for the itch is not other, but simply not being able to eat!
This makes you want to take a bite even more.
There is no inner city in Shanwu.
In the prince's mansion, Mr. Wei was in the pavilion, listening to the reports from the people behind him, with a thoughtful expression on his face.
And just after the servants left, Zhao Qiu walked from the courtyard to Mr. Wei.
"Mr. Wei, there is news from Xianyang that Ying Zheng plans to take Bai Yan with him!"
Zhao Qiu stood next to Mr. Wei, looking at the scenery outside the pavilion. In the dim sunset, Zhao Qiu did not feel beautiful, but felt a little irritable.
"Although Luoyin is good, it is in the homeland of Qin after all and is so close to Xianyang. Whether it is for us or for him, it is not as good as Yanmen!"
Zhao Qiu said softly.
Thinking of the layout of Luoyin, although he was in Yanmen, Zhao Qiu and Mr. Wei had been paying attention to the situation in Luoyin. Therefore, when Bai Yan arrived in Luoyin to investigate the case, Zhao Qiu and Mr. Wei
Just received the message.
Everything that happened after that was naturally clear to me.
"Don't worry, it won't happen! Not to mention you and me, even if you are worried about good things, it is not suitable to go to Luoyin. That kid is not a person who will let others down!"
When Mr. Wei heard what Zhao Qiu said, he reached into his sleeve pocket, took out a piece of cloth, and handed it to Zhao Qiu.
Zhao Qiu took the cloth, looked at the contents, and breathed a sigh of relief after reading it.
“Just don’t go to Luoyin!”
After finishing speaking, Zhao Qiu turned around and walked towards the yard.
Mr. Wei turned to look at Zhao Qiu's leaving figure and shook his head. Zhao Qiu had been unhappy since he rejected Zhao Qiu's suggestion. And after learning from him some time ago that Bai Yan was planning in Luoyin, he was even more dissatisfied with him.
This old man felt resentful.
"Tian Ding, Tian Ding! Now you are in Xianyang, and he is right in front of you. Whether you can see it clearly depends on yourself!"
Mr. Wei continued to look back at the scenery outside the pavilion, looking at the direction of the setting sun, and then moved a little south.
That direction is the direction of Xianyang in the State of Qin.