King Wu hesitated about whether to attack Qi or Yue first. The State of Qi has already sent troops and is stationed in Wenshang, which is in a state where it can launch an attack at any time. The situation in Vietnam is not very clear.

He knew very well in his heart that it was almost impossible to think that Yue would never have an army and would always be under the protection of Wu. However, the Vietnamese had an army and were a close neighbor of Wu, coupled with the grievances left over from history, so it was always a major threat to Wu.

What makes people angry is that Yue has been good to Wu over the years, and in the major things such as digging ditches and building Gusutai, Yue has given Wu a lot of help, and when Wu is in a famine, Yue Guo also gave food to Wu.

But how did you have an army? It's irritating. Maybe Wu Zixu is right. It's just that Wu Zixu exaggerated the facts a little and scared himself. The Vietnamese state has an army, which is a threat to the state of Wu, but it is still impossible to say that it can destroy the state of Wu.

The territory of Yue is not as big as that of Wu Guo, the population is not as large as that of Wu Guo, and there have been many wars between the two countries, and they know each other's roots, and it is impossible for them to be strong enough to destroy Wu at once.

King Wu couldn't make up his mind, so he couldn't help but feel irritable and asked Bo Yao to discuss. Bo Yao said that for the time being, we do not understand the attitude of the Vietnamese country, and it is not yet possible to determine whether the Vietnamese country is an enemy or not. If Yue Guo didn't want to be an enemy of Wu, and Wu forced him to be an enemy, it wouldn't be worth it.

But it is already a definite fact that Qi is the enemy of Wu, and the army of Qi has moved, and it can attack at any time, even if it does not directly attack Wu, but attacks Lu, it is also harmful to the interests of Wu.

Bo Ya was right. But King Wu still couldn't make up his mind, in fact, what he was most afraid of in his heart was Yue Guo. This is a critical moment and there is no room for error.

King Wu returned to Xi Shi's side, and as soon as Xi Shi heard that King Wu was going to attack the Yue Kingdom, he shed tears and begged King Wu to spare her parents and family, as well as the elders of Ramie Village, when he sent troops.

It's a powerful move. As soon as Wu Guo saw Xi Shi crying, he was so distressed that he couldn't stand it. So I've been hesitating and hesitating, and I can't make up my mind.

At this time, Zigong rushed to the state of Wu.

On that day, King Wu and Bo Yao were discussing how to fight, when they overheard a report saying: "Confucius is a high-ranking disciple, and the world's famous scholar Duanmu Zigong has visited." ”

King Wu said, "Please come in, sir." ”

Xiaojun was about to leave, but Bo Yao said, "Wait." King, Zigong is a famous person in the world, at this time when he comes to Wu State, there must be something, maybe it will be of great help to us, we should receive it ceremoniously. ”

King Wu said, "The widow almost ignored this, but fortunately Dazai reminded me." Let's go and greet Mr. Zigong together. ”

The monarch and the minister went out of the corridor and greeted the garden gate, only to see a person standing outside the door, wearing a black robe, carrying a sword at his waist, his spirit was flying, chic and elegant, and his bearing was extraordinary at a glance.

King Wu said in a loud voice: "Is it Mr. Zigong?" ”

King Wu came out to greet him, which is the highest reception standard. Zigong hurriedly bowed down and said loudly: "The minister Duanmu Zigong, see His Majesty the King." ”

King Wu hurriedly grabbed Zigong and said, "Sir, hurry up and excuse me." ”

Zigong met Bo Ya Shili again. King Wu said: "Mr. is a master of the world, studied under the sage Confucius, learned insights, moral articles, and is well-known all over the world, and today he deigns to visit the remote place of Wu Kingdom. What an honor it is. ”

Zigong was personable, courteous and polite, and replied: "If you want to say that Wu is a remote place, it was decades ago. Now Duanmu sees a strong and prosperous Wu State that is far superior to the Central Plains. Along the way, the minister saw the people living and working in peace and contentment, crops all over the field, and traffic in the wilderness. It's a scene of prosperity. It shows that the king is eloquent and strategic, and a generation of heroes is also. Wu Guo is proud to live in the southeast, and he will be able to drink the Yellow River in a few days! ”

King Wu's heart was sweeter than eating honey, and he laughed and said, "Mr. praises falsely." The widow is not capable, and only asks for the word diligence. ”

Bo Yao smiled and said, "King, please come into the garden to talk." ”

A small army led Zigong to sit on a horse, and King Wu and Fan Li accompanied Zigong into the Gusutai Garden. The pavilions and pavilions in the garden, the covered bridges and pavilions, are exquisite and chic, and the momentum is magnificent. Far better than the simplicity of northern architecture. The green trees in the garden are shaded, the winding paths are secluded, the strange flowers and plants, the small bridges and flowing water, are beautiful. The main body in the middle is a high platform, straight into the sky, which makes people dizzy.

While walking, Zigong exclaimed: "I have long heard that Gusutai is the highest platform in the world. Being in the middle of it today, it really lives up to its reputation. ”

King Wu smiled: "This is the only work that the widow can get his hands on." To be able to live up to Mr.'s discernment, the widow is very pleased. ”

Zigong said: "The minister traveled around the world with his master for 14 years, and later traveled all over the world to study, and traveled all over the world, but he has never seen such a garden as Gusutai. When I saw Gusutai, I saw the king's courage and mind. If the king does not claim hegemony, heaven will not tolerate it! ”

King Wu laughed happily: "Mr. is worthy of being a Confucian master, and his knowledge and knowledge are far beyond ordinary people. The widow is biased in the southeast, and he does not dare to spy on the Central Plains, how can he have the talent and virtue of the overlord. ”

Zigong said: "Your Majesty, the water towns in the south of the Yangtze River, with fertile land and beautiful water, abundant rainfall and abundant production, are exactly the unique gifts that the north does not have. Soon after, the overlord who led the group was none other than His Majesty! Seeing this garden today, it is made by heaven and earth, like a fairyland. Can Duanmu be visited? ”

King Wu said: "It is rare for Mr. to have this Yaxing. Dazai, let's accompany my husband on a tour of Gusutai. ”

"Yes, sir, please!" ”

So King Wu and Bo Ya accompanied Zigong, talking and traveling in the garden, and every time they went to a scenic spot, Bo Yao would explain the construction process and cultural connotation. In the end, King Wu was a little tired, so he went to rest, and Bo Yao accompanied Zigong all the way to the top.

Standing on the top floor, the clouds seem to be reaching, but the blue sky is getting higher and farther. Looking into the distance, it seems that you can see the mast of the sea, and the Taihu Lake is like the bottom of the eye. The wind is strong, and the mind has become extremely open-minded.

Even though Zigong has rich experience, he can't help but marvel: "It's really a big deal!" ”

Zigong said: "Dazai-sama, I heard that this Gusutai was built by an adult, and you can know the talent of the builder by looking at this garden." ”

"Sir smiled," he said. Bo Ya was just a pawn under the king, and he did whatever the king told him to do. The reason for this is that I can't hide it from Mr., and Bo Yao is ashamed. ”

Zigong smiled: "My lord is too humble. Zigong was reluctant to have an in-depth communication with Bo Yao, and said a few words to divert the topic.

The two stayed on the stage for a long time before they got off the stage. Led by Bo Yao, he came to the clog corridor, and King Wu was already waiting. Sit down with tea.

Suddenly reported that the banquet was ready, and King Wu invited Zigong to dine, and Bo Yao accompanied him. Everyone drank and talked and talked happily.

Suddenly, the music sounded, and a group of palace maids stepped in, first saluting the king's distinguished guests, and then dancing the Eight Hundred dance. A young woman, charming and charming, Ana colorful, looking forward to circulation, warm and affectionate. The girls sang tactfully:

Purple Leaves,

White dew is frost.

The so-called Iraqi people,

On the water side.

Retrospectively,

The road is long and obstructive.

Tracing from it,

It's like in the middle of the water.

............

The singing is clear and melodious, the wine is fragrant, and the beauty is charming, which can not make people think about it! Zigong sighed: "This day is good, the husband will really enjoy the blessings!" ”