After resting for a while in the big tent set up by the roadside to welcome Zigong, King Yue and Fan Li asked Zigong to get back on the road, and the ministers then slowly walked towards Huiji.

There are also people in Huiji City standing on the side of the road, welcoming them. When you enter the palace, someone will directly put on a banquet. King Yue and Wen Chong accompanied Zigong, persuaded wine and food, earnest, polite and thoughtful. The etiquette was too grand, and Zigong was embarrassed. During the whole process, he didn't mention the truth, but just took care of Zigong comfortably.

Zigong wanted to talk about the purpose of this trip several times, but he was diverted by King Yue. He said, "Sir, let's eat first, eat and drink to our heart's content, and then speak slowly." ”

This reveals King Yue's respect and respect for Zigong, who is of course an interesting person, and it is not good to go against the master's wishes, and he yells at those annoying topics.

Finally, the meal was finished. Only then did the tea be put on the table, and we could talk. King Yue said: "Sir, our Yue country is located in the East China Sea, remote and desolate, what is worth the gentleman to go all the way to visit Yue country?" ”

Zigong said: "Duanmu is in the northern country, but the king's name is still like spring thunder. I have been longing for a long time, and I have come to visit the king. ”

King Yue got up and bowed again, lowered his head and said, "Mr. has won the prize." The widow heard that calamity and happiness are neighbors. Here is happiness, maybe taking a step is a disaster. Gou Jian's army defeated and destroyed the country, abolished the king of the East China Sea, and was ashamed of some thin names, which seems to be a good thing, but in fact, this major disaster may be hidden in it. ”

Zigong smiled and said, "It's the first time Duanmu has heard such a high theory. Ask the king to answer something. ”

The king of Yue sighed and said, "The widow is ashamed of the father of the Yue country. After being a slave in Wu for three years and returning to Yuedi, he put down his body and healed the wounds of war with the common people and restored the normal order of production and life. This was supposed to be a normal thing for a widow to do, but it was said to be ambitious and plotting against him. From time to time, troops must be sent to attack the Yue country. What was supposed to be a good thing became a bad thing. The widow struggled with this. Today the gentleman is here, and he can untie the knot for the widow. Willing to listen to the teachings of the gentleman. ”

Zigong said: "The rise of adversity is what the king of people wants." If that's not the case, it's not a hook. Isn't it normal for Wu Guo to get a glimpse of the inside story? What the king had to do was to dispel King Wu's doubts. The minister has just come from the kingdom of Wu, and the king knows about it. But does the king know what his ministers are going to Wu for? ”

King Yue said, "I would like to hear what Mr. has to say." ”

Zigong said: "The Marquis of Qi sent an army of 100,000. Cantonment in Wenshang. The minister lobbied the king of Wu to save Lu and cut Qi, but in fact, it was also Wu to save himself. King Wu also had the intention of raising troops to fight against the Qi State. However, he had doubts. Delayed decision-making. ”

King Yue said, "What doubts does King Wu have? ”

Zigong said: "The king of Wu heard that the king was working hard to govern the country and train the army. He knew that the hatred of the destruction of the Yue Kingdom was still there, so he suspected that the king would send troops to attack the Wu Kingdom sooner or later. Therefore, I want to destroy the Yue Kingdom again first and eliminate my worries. Then go to crusade against the Qi country. In this way, the country of Yue is in danger. ”

King Yue's expression changed greatly, and he said repeatedly: "How can this be? How so? ”

Zigong said: "The king, you don't have the heart to take revenge, and people suspect that you must have done something stupid. If you have a heart for revenge and let people know, it will be dangerous. ”

King Yue stood up and bowed deeply: "Sir, you have seen the crisis facing the Yue Kingdom, you should save me from danger." How did the gentleman save me? ”

Zigong got up and returned the salute. He said, "Rest upon me, let me analyze the current situation for you." As far as the minister knows, Wu Wangfu sent his people to be arrogant, arrogant and narcissistic, and like to listen to the slanderous rumors that are good for the ears, and Wu Zixu no longer listens to him because of his loyalty and straightforwardness. Another important minister of Wu State, Bo Yao, was a traitor and villain, ruled Wu State, was good at flattering King Wu, and won the favor of King Wu. These circumstances tell us that Wu Guo seems to be powerful and fights whoever he likes, but there are very serious shortcomings that can be exploited. The king only needs to offer some rare treasures, you can please the king of Wu, make him happy, humble and respectful in words, and courteous for a few weeks, and he will weaken his suspicions about the kingdom of Yue. In addition, the king can personally lead the army that has always been able to follow the king of Wu to crusade against the state of Qi. After this battle is fought, if the state of Wu fails, the power of the state of Wu will be greatly weakened. Yue Guo can fight with Wu State, if Wu State wins, his ambition will swell, and it will inevitably produce the heart of bullying the world and dominating the princes. He would lead a powerful army westward to threaten or attack the Jin state. Then the princes will be allied. In this way, the rear of Wu is empty, and there is an opportunity to send troops to the country. At that time, the king can lead 100,000 Yuejia, wave his army to the west, and drink Matai Lake. ”

When King Yue heard this, he was ecstatic in his heart, and praised repeatedly: "Sir's clever plan is really too clever." The widow must follow the master's plan. ”

Zigong smiled and nodded: "The king is broad-minded and only listens to the right opinion, regardless of who made it. How can there be no reason not to win? ”

King Yue was full of joy, picked up Zigong's tea cup with both hands, and said respectfully: "Sir, please use tea!" ”

Zigong got up and took it, and said, "This strategy was agreed upon by Duanmu when he met Mr. Fan Li in Qi State. If the king wants to give thanks, thank Heaven for giving you a wise counselor. All this was arranged by the young uncle. ”

King Yue sighed deeply and said, "What Mr. said is extremely true, the great plan for the restoration of the Yue Kingdom was planned and operated by the young uncle. Today, Mr. is here, and he has solved a big problem for the widow, and it is God who arranged for Mr. to help Wu Guo, just like rescuing a person who has died, so that flesh grows on the white bones. The widow is arranged according to this strategy. ”

Zigong got up and said, "Since this is the case, then Zigong will return to the state of Wu and report the situation to the king of Wu." ”

Wen Chong said: "It's late today, Mr. is tired from the journey, please go to the post house to rest late, and it's not too late to return to Wu tomorrow." ”

Zigong looked outside the palace, the twilight was hazy. After days of running, I was indeed tired. So he said, "Okay, I'll sleep here." Leave tomorrow. ”

Wen Chong said: "I will send my husband to the post house." ”

That night, King Yue came to the post house in person to discuss with Zigong the list of gifts given to King Wu's palace, as well as some details of the specific operation. In order to express his gratitude to Zigong, the king of Yue also gave Zigong a hundred gold yi, a sword, and two good horses. Zigong insisted on not accepting it. He said, "King, Zigong thanks for the gift of fragrant tea, and I don't want these gifts." Please take it back with you. ”

King Yue said: "Mr. can't stay in Yue for a long time, he will leave tomorrow, I don't know when I will meet, and I really don't know how to thank Mr. ”

Zigong shook his head and said: "The king doesn't have to worry about this trivial matter, Duanmu saving Yue is also saving Lu." Besides, this strategy is also set by the young uncle, and on the day of success, treat the young uncle well. ”

King Wu said: "The widow will not live up to the young uncle!" ”

The next day, Zigong got up early in the morning and rode his horse back to Wu.