Paying homage to the prime minister, this is a major event of the family and the country, and if it is not handled properly, it will definitely cause a lot of turmoil. In the face of such a major event, Zhao Wangdan did not dare to dictate the dynasty. So, Zhao Wangdan went to the Empress Dowager Zhao's bedroom to test the attitude of the queen mother on the grounds of asking for peace.

"Wang'er, why are you here?" Empress Dowager Zhao had just taken the medicine, but she didn't expect Wang Er to suddenly come to ask for peace.

Zhao Wangdan apologized: "The child was drunk for two days, and he didn't come to ask the queen mother to say goodbye, and asked the queen mother to punish him." ”

Empress Dowager Zhao glanced at Zhao Wangdan and knew that he was not here specifically to greet her. Empress Dowager Zhao listened to Wang Er's words, which were a little unnatural, and she did not expose them, and said casually: "Wang Er, you have a heart." ”

Seeing that he was not punished, Zhao Wangdan asked with concern: "How is the queen mother's body?" ”

Empress Dowager Zhao sighed: "When people are old, their bodies are not good. ”

Zhao Wangdan hurriedly said: "Queen Mother, she is not old. ”

Empress Dowager Zhao smiled: "Wang Er knows how to make me happy." ”

Zhao Wangdan said a lot of thoughtful words, but he couldn't find the right time to express his intentions. Seeing that he was insincere, and no outsiders were present, Empress Dowager Zhao didn't go around in circles with him and asked directly: "Say it!" What are you looking at me for? ”

Zhao Wangdan pretended to be okay and replied: "Queen Mother, the child is fine." ”

"As the saying goes, knowing a son is better than a mother." Empress Dowager Zhao looked at Zhao Wangdan's eyes and knew what he meant, "Your eyes, words and deeds tell me." You're not just here to see me. ”

Zhao Wangdan saw that the queen mother broke the topic, and said: "The child's words and deeds can't be hidden from the queen mother." The queen mother, the child is indeed in trouble. ”

Empress Dowager Zhao had already guessed it, and she was not surprised, and asked with a relaxed expression: "Say it!" What's up. ”

Zhao Wangdan had already thought of the opening remarks before he came, and asked, "What does the queen mother think of An Pingjun." ”

"An Pingjun is a virtuous person." Although Empress Dowager Zhao has not been in contact with An Pingjun for a long time, she still has a deep enough understanding of An Pingjun.

When Zhao Wangdan heard this, he was overjoyed and asked, "The queen mother also thinks that An Pingjun is a virtuous person. The queen mother, the child wanted to leave this virtuous person in the Zhao country for his own use. ”

Empress Dowager Zhao was also relieved to see that the child had a heart of love and talent, and asked: "An Pingjun is a native of Qi and a minister of King Qi. It's not easy for you to recruit him for your own use. ”

Zhao Wangdan was told the key point by the queen mother, there were more dark clouds between his eyebrows, and he said sadly: "The child also knows that it is not easy to recruit An Pingjun. Queen Mother, is there any way to keep An Pingjun in Zhao State and serve our country. ”

Empress Dowager Zhao saw that Wang Er was playing with her, and in order to test Wang Er's political ability, she asked: "When you come to see me, you must have already made an opinion." ”

Zhao Wangdan couldn't hide the mother's perceptive eyes, and said frankly: "The child thinks that Anping Jun has fame and fortune. With power, status, money and other means, the widow could not keep him and serve the Zhao State. ”

Seeing that what Wang Er said was quite reasonable, Empress Dowager Zhao asked calmly, "How do you want to keep him." ”

Zhao Wangdan saw that the queen mother had a pleasant face, and took advantage of the situation and said: "The child can only be treated with the courtesy of a countryman. ”

"The king treats me as a countryman, and I repay him as a countryman. Your father, the king, was honest and like, and he often said these words. Wang'er, knowing how to treat virtuous people is enough to show that you have gradually grown up. Empress Dowager Zhao was really surprised to see that Wang Er could say these words, and to see that his eyes were sincere and his words came from the bottom of his heart.

Zhao Wangdan was praised by the queen mother and said with a smile: "The child has not entered the WTO deeply, and he still needs to study hard." ”

Empress Dowager Zhao praised: "Wang Er began to think about national politics and recruit talents. The queen mother was very satisfied. ”

"An Pingjun first retreated from Qin for our country, and then broke Yan, and made outstanding military achievements." Zhao Wangdan asked tentatively: "Queen Mother, the child has an idea, I don't know if it's feasible." ”

"There are no outsiders here, Wang'er, but it doesn't hurt to say it."

Zhao Wangdan plucked up the courage and said: "The child worships the prime minister with the title of the king and keeps An Pingjun." ”

"Meritorious service must be rewarded, and it is also the work of the king. Wang Er wants to be crowned the king and worship the prime minister to keep An Pingjun, this idea is good. Empress Dowager Zhao changed her words and said: "However, this idea is not comprehensive. Wang Er wants to realize it, but it is also difficult. As the saying goes, there are no two kings in a country, and there are no two phases. Wang Er named Anping Jun as the prime minister, how should your uncle be placed. Take a step back and say, your uncle has passed this level. Have you ever thought that An Pingjun is willing to stay in Zhao State? Will King Qi agree? ”

Zhao Wangdan only thought about keeping An Pingjun with 'Fengjun worshipping the prime minister' and using it for him, and he didn't take into account these powerful relationships, and for a while, he couldn't find a suitable word to answer.

Seeing that Wang Er was silent, Empress Dowager Zhao asked again: "Before your father Wang Yong died, I entrusted you and the rivers and mountains of Zhao to your uncle." When you succeeded to the throne, the situation in our country was turbulent both internally and externally. Your uncle worked hard for the sake of Zhao Guo, and forgot to sleep and eat. Lianqi retreated from Qin, Lianqi broke Yan, and he also did a lot of things. Your uncle is at fault, and An Pingjun replaces him. What would Pingyuan-kun think? What would the courtiers think? ”

"That's why the child visits his mother." After thinking deeply, Zhao Wangdan said: "If the child wants to keep An Pingjun, he can only wronged his uncle. ”

When Empress Dowager Zhao saw that Wang Er met state affairs, she did not act arbitrarily, and consulted with her, and she really saw that he had grown a lot. Empress Dowager Zhao also knows An Pingjun's talent, if she can really keep An Pingjun in Zhao State, she can not only check and balance the ministers and stabilize internal affairs; At the same time, it can also better Qi the country and deter the princes.

However, Empress Dowager Zhao also knew that Pingyuanjun's status in the clan was irreplaceable, and his influence on Zhao was also very huge. Empress Dowager Zhao was afraid that Wang Er would not handle this matter well, which would cause the courtiers to deviate from morality and confuse the court.

Empress Dowager Zhao thought about it for a long time, and also felt that this matter was not easy to handle, so she still said: "Don't tell your uncle about this matter." Let me, a woman, be this wicked person! ”

After Zhao Wangdan saw his mother, he decided to go to his uncle in person, not to mention how happy he was in his heart. As long as the Empress Dowager Zhao comes out, this matter will definitely come to fruition. Zhao Wangdan couldn't show too obviously, but asked worriedly: "Queen Mother, will my uncle agree?" ”

"I'll take care of the rest." Although Empress Dowager Zhao is not 100% sure of convincing Pingyuanjun, she believes that Pingyuanjun has foresight, has the overall situation, does not attach importance to high positions, and will not miss his family and country for personal gains and losses. Empress Dowager Zhao looked at Wang Er and asked, "Why do you plan to seal Anpingjun?" ”

Zhao Wangdan didn't answer and asked: "What does the queen mother think the child should seal him?" ”

Empress Dowager Zhao pondered for a while, and said in a non-serious tone: "An Pingjun alone is related to the friendship between Qi and Zhao. Even if An Pingjun doesn't want to stay in Zhao State, we can't make it difficult for us. We can't even spoil the relationship between Qi and Zhao because of An Pingjun. ”

"The words of the queen mother, the child remembers."

Empress Dowager Zhao thought about it, had an idea, and said lightly: "We will make him the king of Duping." ”

Zhao Wangdan had no objection to the title of queen mother, and echoed it. Zhao Wangdan talked a lot with the Empress Dowager Zhao, and also talked about the way to be a king. An hour later, Zhao Wangdan saw that his mother was sleepy, so he saluted and retired. Not long after Zhao Wangdan left, the Empress Dowager Zhao slept a little, held her forehead, and ordered her ministers to summon Pingyuan Jun into the palace.

Pingyuan Jun was about to enter the palace to meet the Queen Mother, but saw that the Queen Mother Zhao sent a messenger to pick him up into the palace. Pingyuan Jun knew very well that this was a close minister of the Empress Dowager Zhao, and no matter how he asked, he couldn't ask anything. Pingyuanjun didn't ask much, and followed the messenger into the palace. Empress Dowager Zhao greeted Pingyuan Jun a little, and said a lot of words with emotion.

Pingyuan Jun saw that Empress Dowager Zhao knocked on the side and asked a lot of questions, but they were not the point. Pingyuan Jun was cheerful, cut to the point, and asked: "If the Queen Mother has anything to say, just say it directly." ”

Empress Dowager Zhao said gently: "An Pingjun has made great contributions to our country, and according to his military exploits, he should be rewarded something." ”

Pingyuan Jun figured out the hidden meaning of Empress Dowager Zhao's words, and said: "Feng Jun worships the prime minister." ”

"Fengjun, I have no opinion." Empress Dowager Zhao was embarrassed, and said: "Worship the prime minister, this..."

Empress Dowager Zhao deliberately did not finish the following words, just to reflect her difficulties. At the same time, Empress Dowager Zhao also wanted Pingyuanjun to say it herself. Who knows, Pingyuanjun laughed and said: "An Pingjun has made war exploits for Zhao Guoguo, and he should pay homage to the prime minister." ”

Empress Dowager Zhao saw that Pingyuanjun was sincere, and she was not the slightest dissatisfied, and asked quietly: "This is a little wronged by you." ”

Pingyuan Jun saw that Zhao Wang Dan personally led the military generals to greet An Pingjun, and entered the palace side by side with him. At the time of the banquet, the place where he should have been sitting was also given to An Pingjun. How could the clever Plains Monarch not be able to guess what Zhao Wangdan was thinking in his heart.

Zhao Wang Dan was so kind to An Pingjun, and the courtiers also knew that the political situation of Zhao would change. Rather than waiting for the Empress Dowager Zhao and the king to issue an edict, Pingyuan Jun might as well take the initiative and come simply. At least, Pingyuanjun took the initiative to take An Pingjun as the prime minister, and he would also fall into the reputation of humility.

Zhao Wangdan's words and deeds, Empress Dowager Zhao mastered everything. However, the Empress Dowager Zhao did not stop Zhao Wangdan's 'confused' move, presumably the Empress Dowager Zhao also supported King Zhao's opinion.

Pingyuan Jun is the son of King Wuling of Zhao, the younger brother of King Huiwen of Zhao, and has a prominent position in the clan, and also has a pivotal position in the Zhao State. He is rich and has everything, everything. Although Xiangbang's status is prominent, it is also a chore. Since Empress Dowager Zhao and Zhao Wangdan both intend to keep Anpingjun, Pingyuanjun can also throw out this drudgery as soon as possible, and said chicly: "If I can retain talents for Zhao State, what does it matter if I abdicate and make way for Xian." ”

"The first king and his subjects all said that among the many princes of Zhao State, Pingyuan Jun was the most virtuous. That's true! Seeing that Pingyuanjun was sincere and humble, Empress Dowager Zhao asked again: "How can we keep An Pingjun." ”

Pingyuanjun smiled: "Don't worry, the queen mother, I have my own way to keep An Pingjun." ”

Empress Dowager Zhao saw that Pingyuanjun was confident, and she didn't ask him how to keep Anpingjun. Pingyuan Jun left the Empress Dowager Zhao's bedroom and returned to the mansion. In an instant, the previously bright sky was also covered by thick dark clouds. The plain king saw the lightning pierce the sky, and thunder followed, and then it rained heavily.

When Pingyuan Jun saw this scene, his mood was just the opposite, and he sang in a loud voice: "Those who know me say that I am worried. Whoever does not know me, what do I want?"

At this moment, Yu Qing, Wei Qi and others came, stopped to listen, and high-fived: "Pingyuan Jun is so elegant, singing with the wind and rain." ”

Pingyuanjun asked, "Yu Qing, why are you here?" ”

Yu Qing smiled: "If I am not here, how do I know, Pingyuanjun has a good voice." ”

Wei Qi also smiled: "Pingyuan Jun is a young man, Wen can govern the country, Wu can be Anbang, and he is also good at singing and dancing." ”

"You..." Pingyuanjun didn't want to be laughed at by these two, so he changed the topic and asked, "Yu Qing, what are you doing to visit me?" ”

Seeing that he was pretending to be confused, Yu Qing said directly: "Of course, I'm here to comfort you." ”

Seeing the expressions of the two, Pingyuanjun understood everything, and said with a light smile: "You all know." ”

"How could I not understand the king's actions." Yu Qing said again: "The situation of the Zhao State will also change, and it will hurt you Pingyuanjun." ”

Pingyuanjun opened his sleeves, dashing, and asked rhetorically, "What do I have to suffer?" ”

"An Pingjun retreated from Qin Poyan, and his military achievements were very great." Yu Qing didn't care whether he understood it or not, and cruelly exposed this fact, "The emperor and the prime minister are just around the corner." ”

Wei Qi saw that a trace of worry flashed in Pingyuanjun's eyes, and it disappeared in an instant, and asked, "Empress Dowager Zhao summoned Pingyuanjun into the palace, wouldn't it be just for this matter!" ”

Pingyuanjun nodded, which was a sign of acquiescence.

Yu Qing and Wei Qi saw that Pingyuanjun did not lose his phase, and saw a little sadness. Instead, from Pingyuanjun's eyes, he saw a state of relief.

"Empress Dowager Zhao and the king, worship the prime minister with the title of the monarch and keep Anpingjun. I don't know what Pingyuan-kun thinks. Yu Qing consciously understood Pingyuanjun, but at this moment he found that he didn't know him at all.

Pingyuan Jun said chicly: "Xiangbang is a chore, Anping Jun is the prime minister, and I am idle." ”

"You don't feel sad." Wei Qi was originally the minister of Wei, but he lost his position due to the coercion of Qin, and had to go into exile in Zhao, like a lost dog. The sudden contrast made him lose for a long time, and he couldn't even find the direction of his life. But I never thought that Pingyuan Jun had lost his phase, and his mentality was so good.

Pingyuan Jun said: "The Queen Mother just asked me, how should An Pingjun retreat from Qin Poyan." I also think that An Pingjun has made great achievements, and he is the only one who is in the position of Xiangbang. If it wasn't for Empress Dowager Zhao to abolish me and establish me, it was me who took the initiative to be humble. Do you say I'm sad? ”

"You deserve it! I wanted to see the downcast of Plains Jun. Outcome? Yu Qing saw that Pingyuanjun took the initiative to resign, and laughed and scolded softly.

In the face of gains and losses, Wei Qi sighed that he was not as good as Pingyuanjun, he could afford it, he could put it down, and praised: "Don't be happy with things, don't be sad with yourself." Pingyuan-kun, I'm not as good as you. ”

Seeing that Wei Qi was still thinking about the loss of his phase, Pingyuan Jun changed the topic with a bitter face: "Two, I lost the position of Xiangbang. Should you invite me to drink? ”

Yu Qing said lightly: "You deserve it." ”

Wei Qi said helplessly: "Although I want to invite Pingyuanjun to drink, I don't have any money." ”

"That's it, that's it." Pingyuanjun shook his head and said, "There are fewer than a thousand glasses of wine for a confidant, I invite the two of you to drink, this is finally okay!" I have one condition, though. ”

Yu Qing asked, "What conditions?" ”

Pingyuanjun arched his hand to the two of them and said, "You want to help me find a way, how to keep An Pingjun?" At the same time, he did not let Qi and Zhao fight each other because of An Pingjun. ”

Yu Qing and Wei Qi exchanged glances and said with disgust: "Pingyuanjun's wine is not delicious!" ”

Zhao State struck the dynasty for three days, and resumed the dynasty on the fourth day. Zhao Wangdan summoned the ministers into the palace and rewarded those who had made meritorious contributions to the Yan. The eunuch Ling said loudly: "Anping Jun helps our country, retreats to Qin in front, and breaks Yan later, and has great achievements." Feng Anpingjun is the prime minister of our country, and the title is Pingjun. ”

The ministers had long sensed that the wind direction of Zhao State would change, and King Zhao was not surprised at all by An Pingjun's reward. However, An Pingjun looked at Zhao Guojun and his ministers, and no one objected, even Pingyuan Jun advocated supporting this decree.

Zhao Wangdan finally suppressed the courtiers, but An Pingjun didn't come forward to listen to Feng, his heart was disturbed, and he didn't know what to say.

Pingyuanjun faced An Pingjun and raised his voice: "Congratulations to Du Changjun." ”

When the ministers saw that the Plains Monarch had spoken, they also shouted, "Congratulations to the Elder Prince." ”

Pingyangjun faced An Pingjun and said with a smile: "Du Changjun, don't thank you yet." ”

"King Meng Zhao will not give up, and the king will worship the prime minister." Seeing that there was no way to return to the country, An Pingjun was deeply courteous to the monarchs and ministers of Zhao State, and said: "Please ask King Zhao to agree to the two conditions of the foreign ministers." King Zhao didn't allow it, and I didn't accept the order. ”

Zhao Wangdan asked, "Du Changjun, please speak." ”

"First, I accept the worship of the prime minister, and I am also from the Qi country. I am deeply favored by the King of Qi, and I will not do anything that endangers the country of Qi. Looking at you, you are willing to run for Yan and Zhao Heping. I am also willing to emulate him and work for the peace of Qi and Zhao. ”

Zhao Wangdan asked, "What is the second condition?" ”

"The country of Qi is in trouble, and I will return. King Zhao cannot be hindered. ”

"Du Changjun ran for Zhao and Qi, just as I wished. The country of Qi is in trouble, and the capital is willing to return, and I will never stand in the way. Zhao Wangdan got up and stepped forward and swore: "I swear by Zhao Guoguozuo, I will say what I say, and I dare to break my promise." If the trust is broken, the social welfare will not be guaranteed, and the national honor will not exist. ”