This time, the Yan army captured Xuchang and Qiupei and other counties and places are not small, especially its greatest significance, which is to say that the original border of Yan State has been advanced from the Qingzhou line of the Yellow River to the Huaishui line. This is of great benefit both in terms of strategic depth and in terms of being used as a springboard for attacking Jiangzuo in the future. Now Murong Ke said lightly that he wanted to return it, just to jointly destroy the Huashan Army with the other party, which made some of the people present unable to figure it out.

"King Taiyuan, are you kidding? Xuchang and other places were taken by the soldiers in bloody battles, and now they are easily handed back, what face do you have to see the soldiers in front? Mu Yugen couldn't help but say.

"King Taiyuan, even if we want to destroy the Huashan Army, our strength is enough, so why bother to unite with others? Not to mention that in addition to returning these states and counties, it is also necessary to share the land of the Huashan Army with Jiangzuo, which sounds unwilling! Murong Ping also shook his head.

"King Taiyuan, it seems that this matter can be considered again!" Feng Yi also said with some skepticism.

Seeing everyone's expressions, Murong Ke knew that everyone was a little suspicious about this matter.

Especially the ambitious Murong Jun, who originally thought that he was now strong in troops and that there should be no problem in dealing with the Huashan Army alone, he actually had to be polite and humble to join Jiang Zuo to act together, where did this make his dignity!

"You don't have to think about it, it's just a stopgap measure. In my opinion, if the strongest person today, Jiang Zuo and us can be said to be evenly matched, and Huashan Army is second. But after a long time, the situation is unknown. It has been decades since the Jin family avoided trouble and survived, have you ever seen that they have the strength to make a comeback? A group of people only know about the power of internal struggle. But the Huashan Army is different, although they are still far inferior to us, but in my opinion, if they are given a few more years, their strength will definitely be the same as ours! Therefore, if you do not destroy them while they are weak, it will be a disaster in the long run! Murong Ke had to explain again.

"The words of the King of Taiyuan are clearly to increase the ambition of others and destroy their own prestige!" Mu Yugen said disdainfully, although he said that he had fought against the Huashan Army, he didn't pay much attention to it in his heart. After all, although he didn't win at the beginning, Huashan Jun didn't get any benefits either.

"You go down and see!" Murong Jun was different, because he gradually figured it out and saw the feasibility of this matter. So, he gestured.

"Yes! Jiangzuo is like a decaying dead wood, we have fought a lot with it over the years, everyone should understand. Therefore, even if these counties are returned to them, it is only temporarily placed in their hands. The key point is to completely break the alliance between it and the Huashan Army, make it available to us, and contain the strength of the Huashan Army for us. After the Huashan Army is destroyed, we will send troops to take back these counties and the remaining territories of the Huashan Army. This is much easier than taking it directly from Huashan Jun's hands! Murong Ke received the signal and continued.

Having said that, these people present basically understood his overall consideration. I have to say that in all respects, this idea is basically not too problematic.

Especially the feasibility of it, compared to what Murong Jun said before, directly sending troops to deal with Jiangzuo and Huashan Army at the same time, that is much higher. Therefore, after thinking about it, everyone agreed with this plan.

"Since you all think this is possible, then proceed accordingly! King Taiyuan, you immediately send someone to Jiangling to see Huan Wen, and achieve this as soon as possible! Captain go and make arrangements, I will have a big parade of horses in a few days to prepare for the expedition! Seeing that everyone agreed, Murong Jun also adopted it.

"Your Ministers obey!" Murong Ke and the others hurriedly saluted.

Almost when Murong Jun and the others were discussing this matter, in Jiangling City, Huan Wen was also thinking about it. He was closer to Guanzhong here, so he was more well-informed, and he got the news a little earlier than Murong Jun.

As usual, Xi Chao is the only one who stays by his side, although there are many strategists and ministers around him, but in many things, the only one who can really regard him as his heart is Xi Jingyu.

"It's come to this point after all! Li Xin is called the King of Tang, and there will be another Tang Dynasty in this world in the future! Standing on the city wall, Huan Wen looked in the direction of Guanzhong and sighed leisurely.

Since Li Xin did not accept his solicitation and grew stronger and stronger, he knew that sooner or later this kind of scene would appear. After all, it's not a one-time or two-time affair already. Throughout the ages, there are many examples in history books that can be referred to.

Of course, being king does not necessarily mean becoming an enemy. After all, in terms of today's situation, there is more than one king.

Besides, if you don't call yourself a king, in fact, the Jin court can't control people. What's better is that Li Xin left some bottom lines after all, and he didn't directly claim the title of emperor like Murong Clan.

"We all expected to be the king, but what matters now is what Li Hantang's mind is! With his current power, if he really has the heart to be our enemy, it is not impossible to call him emperor directly. His words as kings are still acceptable! Xi Chao thought for a while before he said.

If the Jin court was prosperous and powerful, he would naturally not say this. But the reality is that this is the case, since you can't stop it, you can only think about the benefits. Or rather, comfort yourself!

"Perhaps! Although so, this matter cannot be indulged after all, my father has decided, you go to Chang'an again. Huan Wen said lightly.

"What does the general mean?"

"When I went to see Li Hantang, I said that I meant it! Of course, it is best to persuade him not to be king, of course, if there is no way to do it, you can persuade him to submit to the court, and if we will crown him as the king of Tang, it is not impossible! Huan Wen glanced back at him, and then said slowly.

Hearing this, Xi Chao understood. Obviously, Huan Wen still wants to make one last effort. Whether it was to prevent Li Xin from becoming king, or to persuade Li Xin to return to the imperial court, this would become another great achievement for him.

And if Li Xin really led the Huashan army to surrender, it was obvious that this was a strong arm of his Huan Wen.

"I'm afraid this will be difficult to achieve!" After Xi Chao pondered for a while, he frowned.

"I know I wouldn't let you go if it weren't for the fact that this is difficult! A few years ago, the Yan army captured my Huaibei Prefecture County in a row, and the state affairs were difficult! At this time, it's best for us not to clash with the Huashan Army, and we still have to let him stand with us. Therefore, this trip is just to do one's best and obey the destiny of heaven! Huan Wen sighed and said.

"Xiaguan knows, after I go back to clean up, I will immediately set off for Chang'an!" Hearing this, Xi Chao had to say.

"It's best to be able to see Li Xin before he becomes king, otherwise, I'm afraid that this matter will be difficult to change!" Huan Wen nodded and admonished.

"Don't worry, general! Subordinates saved! After Xi Chao finished speaking, he turned around and went home.

The matter of Li Xin becoming king really stirred the minds of many people. However, apart from the officials of the people in China, the people in other places are not very concerned about this matter.

The ones who are really most concerned about this matter are the forces around the Huashan Army. In addition to Yan Guo and Jiang Zuo, there are also Song Chao in Liangzhou, Sima Xun in Hanzhong and others who are also secretly paying attention.

Because the situation in the world is not peaceful, and Li Xin has specially explained, Xue Zan is not ready to make a big deal.

Fortunately, this kind of thing is very common in troubled times, and there have been many people who have called kings or even emperors over the years. Therefore, all the etiquette systems do not need to go through the ancient books.

Because Li Xin specially ordered that officials from all over the country do not need to go to Chang'an to congratulate, especially the generals who lead the troops, everyone only needs to go to the congratulatory table. Therefore, although there was a lot of commotion about the claim to be king, after the real decision was made, the territory quickly calmed down.

All things are done by the people below, and Li Xin, the main master, is happy and relaxed. In addition to dealing with military and political affairs in the front yard every day, the rest of the time is spent in the back house to accompany the family.

Because he is already going to be the king, after the instructions of Wang Meng and others, the Chang'an Palace will be reopened as the palace of the Tang King. After he officially ascended the throne, he moved his family to live in the palace.

"Xi Chao? How did he get here? It seems that Huan Wen has something to say to me! On the ninth day of the first lunar month, Li Xin was playing with the two little ones who had just eaten and drunk at home, and suddenly heard that Xi Chao had arrived, and couldn't help but think about it.

After thinking about it, he asked Xi Chao to be invited to the side hall of the mansion, and he immediately rushed over.

Li Xin had already expected what kind of reaction would be triggered by the matter of becoming the king, but among these people, the only thing he cared about was the two sides of Yan and Jin. As for what the others thought, he didn't care.

It has been less than four days since the news of the kingship came out, and Xi Chao actually rushed over. Although Gangneung is very close to Guanzhong, there are no flying cars in this era, so where is it so easy to come over. Presumably, he should have traveled day and night along the way.

Sure enough, as soon as he arrived in the living room, Li Xin saw Xi Chao with bloodshot eyes. Although the clothes on the body have obviously been changed, and they have been freshened, it is obviously impossible for the whole person's spirit to recover all at once.

"What kind of wind is this, blowing Brother Jingyu to me? What a rarity! Li Xin smiled as he spoke.

"The general's words are serious! In the next place, there is something important to discuss, if it weren't for this, I wouldn't dare to disturb the general! Xi Chao was obviously thinking about things in his heart, so he was a little distracted, and only reacted after hearing Li Xin's voice. Stand up and make a gesture.