Zuo Shi touched the dragon and heard that Lin Xiangru had entered the palace to persuade Zhao Wangdan not to use Ma Fuzi as a general to replace Lian Po, but he returned in vain. Touching Long and Lin Xiangru have some friendship, and he is afraid that Zhao Wangdan's words will hurt the heart of this old minister.

So, Touchlong took a carriage and came to Lin Xiangru's mansion.

Touching the dragon got out of the carriage and looked at the once prominent mansion. When Zhao Huiwen was king, the man who lived in this mansion was the pride of Zhao State. After returning to Zhao and Michi, he used his wisdom and bravery to defend the national character of Zhao. A good story about reconciliation has been passed down for a long time.

However, Zhao Huiwen passed away one after another. Lin Xiangru couldn't get out of illness, and this mansion seemed a little deserted and a little depressed. The mansion and everyone are there, but I can no longer see the man who was full of ambition and enthusiasm.

After Lin Xiangru came back from the palace, he remembered what Zhao Wangdan said, and his heart was full of sadness. At this moment, a person came in and said, "Lin Shangqing, Zuo Shi is here." ”

When Lin Xiangru heard this, he cleaned up the loss in his heart, dragged the sick body, and went to greet him: "I didn't know that the left master was coming, and I didn't welcome him from afar." Zuo Shi, no wonder. ”

Touching the dragon said kindly: "You and I have been friends for many years, this sentence is serious." Lin Shangqing, don't blame me for bothering. ”

"You came to see me, I was too late to be happy, how could I feel bothered." Lin Xiangru stretched out his hand and said, "Master Zuo, please inside." ”

Touching the dragon also raised his hand and said, "Lin Shangqing, please." ”

Lin Xiangru and Touch the Dragon entered side by side, came to the hall, and the guest of honor sat down. Seeing that Lin Xiangru looked bad, Touch Long asked, "Lin Shangqing, are you feeling better?" ”

Lin Xiangru said: "I'm the root of my old disease, and I can't get better." ”

The bones of the dragon's body are not very good, but looking at Lin Xiangru, he didn't want to say anything discouraged, so he said: "Lin Shangqing, cultivate with peace of mind, everything will be fine." I am still waiting to work with you to assist the king and establish his deeds. ”

When Lin Xiangru heard the last sentence, he sighed, "I'm old and don't reuse it." Your Majesty, you don't need it, my old bones. ”

Touching the dragon smiled: "Lin Shangqing said something, you are the minister of the first king. In the future, the king, I will rely on you a lot. ”

Lin Xiangru sighed again, and said in a somewhat sad tone: "I don't say anything about the court, and Master Zuo also knows." I am old and have no energy, so I will assist the king. ”

Seeing that Lin Xiangru was hit too deeply by Zhao Wangdan's words, Touch Long comforted: "Lin Shangqing, don't think too much, Wang Shangqing is young and ignorant." ”

Lin Xiangru shook his head and said: "Zuo Shi, the king plans to change generals, what do you think of this matter." ”

"The state of Qin attacked me, the king attacked me with Lian, and Zheng Zhu entered Qin to seek peace, I know all these things. Why, my country did not negotiate peace with the Qin State. "Since the death of Empress Zhao Wei, Touchlong has resigned from the official position of Zuo Shi and has not been able to live in the depths. As for what happened in the court of Zhao Guo, I only learned about it when I heard the eldest son talk about it.

Lin Xiangru said: "We failed to negotiate peace, and Du Changjun also failed to go to Qi to join forces." ”

Touching the dragon was shocked: "We and the Qin State can only fight to the end. ”

"We and the Qin State have no choice but to fight to the end?" Lin Xiangru took a breath of change, and said in an uneasy tone: "The king plans to replace Lian Po and replace him with a horse suit." ”

"How can the king replace Lian Po with a horse suit." When Touching the Dragon heard this, his expression changed suddenly, and he scolded in his heart: "The king is too nonsense." ”

Lin Xiangru thought of this, he couldn't do anything, and said with self-blame: "It's all because I'm sick at the wrong time, otherwise, I may be able to dissuade the king." ”

Touching Long understood Zhao Wangdan and said with relief: "Lin Shangqing, don't blame yourself. The king is a young man with a stubborn temper, and as long as he makes up his mind to do something, he can't listen to anyone's words. Even if you are in the middle of the court, what can you do? ”

Lin Xiangru saw that what the other party said was true, and few people could change Zhao Wangdan, and sighed: "Yes! The king is too young, and he envies the achievements of King Wuling and King Huiwen, and he will be in a hurry to achieve success, so he will rejoice in his achievements. It seems that the king has to fall and fight in order to grow. ”

Touching the dragon asked, "What will be the result of the king's replacement of Lian Po with Ma Fuzi." ”

"Lian Po resists Qin, and he will not necessarily be defeated. Taking a step back, Lian Po has been defeated, and he will not be defeated, let alone hurt the country. Lin Xiangru took a breath and said, "I really don't understand why the king would replace Lian Po with Ma Fuzi." ”

"The ministers of the court and the central government all support the change of generals in the king. Only you understand Lian Po and dare to speak for Lian Po. "Before Touching the Dragon to see Lin Xiangru, I heard that Zhao Wangdan was fighting the main battle, but Lian Po refused to obey the order. The courtiers all advocated Zhao Wangdan's decree to change generals, and few people objected. Touching the dragon not only envies the friendship of Lian Po and Lin Xiangru, but also admires Lin Xiangru's personality and courage.

"Him! is a straight temper, always quick to talk, there is no city, and it is easy to offend people when he speaks. Lin Xiangru remembered the murderous aura in Zhao Wangdan's eyes, and a cold sweat broke out behind him.

"We are all old, we should abdicate and give way to Xian, and let the young people do the rest." Touching the dragon smiled: "How many days do we have to live, it's time to put your mind at ease." ”

Lin Xiangru said: "This is a big war that affects the two countries, how can I not worry about it!" ”

"I am deeply touched by your dedication to state affairs. But you're not in good health, so you'd better recuperate. Touching the dragon and said: "The first king left many civil and military generals, including Pingyuan Jun, Pingyang Jun, and Yu Qing; Wu has Du Changjun, Wang Zhujun, Ma Fujun, Lian Po and others. Ma Fujun left, looking at the whereabouts of the princes, Du Changjun entered Qi and did not return, the king replaced Lian Po, as well as Lou Chang, Le Cheng and others. With them here, what else do you have to worry about? ”

Lin Xiangru thought about it and felt that the other party was right, and said with a smile: "Yes! The country has its own talents, and we old things should let go. ”

"Young people, always grow up." Touching Long smiled, "After learning from Zhao Wei, let the young people go out on their own, so that they can grow up quickly." ”

Lin Xiangru said with emotion: "Listening to Zuo Shi's words, it's better than reading a book for ten years!" ”

Seeing that Lin Xiangru's mood had improved, his expression was poor, and his energy was not good, so he didn't want to bother more, so he saluted and said goodbye. On the way home, the axle of the carriage broke. Seeing that he couldn't leave, he was going to find a quiet place to sit down and eat something.

Pingyuan Jun returned from Changping, entered Handan City, saw the dragon, ordered someone to stop the carriage, stepped forward and saluted: "Sheng, I have seen Zuoshi." ”

Yu Qing also bowed.

"Yes, Plains-kun." Touching the dragon didn't expect to meet Pingyuan-kun here, and stretched out his hand to invite, "Pingyuan-kun, do you want to go in, sit down and eat something together." ”

Pingyuanjun had been in a hurry for too long, and his stomach was growling with hunger, so he walked in, picked a good private room, and asked the store to prepare a few more dishes. The shopkeeper saw that the visitor was dressed extraordinarily, and there were guards around him, so he didn't dare to slack off.

Touching the dragon arched his hand towards Yu Qing, which was regarded as a greeting.

Pingyuanjun asked, "Master Zuo, how can you be here?" ”

Touching the dragon didn't hide it, and said directly: "I just went to see Lin Xiangru." ”

Since the death of Zhao Huiwen and Wang Yong, Lin Xiangru has been suffering from illness. Pingyuanjun hadn't seen Lin Xiangru for many years, and asked, "How is Lin Shangqing's physical condition?" ”

Touching the dragon sighed: "One day is better than one day. Lin Xiangru is old, and he is still being put on the king... Alas, no more. ”

Seeing that he was halfway through what he said, Pingyuan Jun was very curious and asked, "What happened to Lin Xiangru being put on the throne?" ”

Touching the dragon lowered his voice and said: "The king plans to replace Lian Po with Ma Fuzi as his general. Lin Xiangru spoke up for Lian Po in the palace, but the king not only didn't listen to it, but also said something excessive, which broke his heart! ”

When Pingyuan Jun heard this, he also felt that King Zhao had gone a little too far, "Your Majesty, how can you treat Lin Shangqing like this!" ”

Touching the dragon didn't want to dwell too much on this issue, and asked: "Pingyuanjun is not in Changping to supervise the war, why did he return to Handan." ”

The king issued several edicts in succession, urging the old general Lian to take the initiative. General Lian Lao thought that he could not take the initiative to attack Qin, but could only defend. If the old general refuses to obey the edict, the king will be furious. I came back to tell the king about the war in Changping. ”

"Pingyuanjun wants the king to take back his fate."

"Exactly."

"It's too late." Touching the dragon and said: "Everyone in Handan City knows that the king has issued an edict to replace Lian Po. The king will take back his commandment, and he will sweep away the floor with majesty. ”

"What did Master Zuo say?" Pingyuan Jun exclaimed: "The king has already issued an edict? ”

"The king has not issued an edict, nor has he worshiped the horse as a general." Touching the dragon said again: "However, Handan City has spread all over the city, and Ma Fuzi has replaced Lian Po." Even if the king didn't want Ma Fuzi to replace Lian Po, he had to do it. ”

Pingyuan Jun said: "Changing generals is not only a taboo in the army, but also a top secret. The people of Handan, how can everyone know. ”

Touching the dragon said: "Presumably someone deliberately leaked the news." ”

Pingyuan Jun said angrily: "Who dares to be so bold and leak my country's top secrets? ”

Touching the dragon didn't answer, but asked, "Who has such great ability?" ”

Pingyuanjun's pupils widened, and he immediately thought of who it was, "This news was deliberately leaked by the king?" ”

Touching the dragon picked up the water cup and took a sip, "Except for the king, who dares to be so bold and capable." ”

"I don't understand." Pingyuan Jun thought about it, and he didn't know why Zhao Wangdan did this.

Touching the dragon read the incomprehensible look in Pingyuanjun's eyes, and replied, "The king wants to settle the matter. ”

"Ugh." Pingyuanjun rushed back day and night, but he didn't expect to be a step slower. The news of Zhao Wangdan's change of generals is known to everyone in Handan. Zhao Wangdan's order is changed, which will definitely damage the monarch's prestige. In other days, it will be difficult to convince the public, and the orders will be carried out in the world, and they will be made fun of by the princes.

Seeing that the change of generals was imperative, and he was afraid that the change of generals would lead to a big defeat, he asked with an uneasy expression: "Zuo Shi, is there a way to save it." ”

Touching the dragon shook his head, feeling helpless.

Pingyuanjun looked at Yu Qing, who was silent on the side, and asked, "Yu Qing, what should we do." ”

Yu Qing figured out the ins and outs, and also knew the whole story, shook his head and said: "It is a foregone conclusion that General Lian will be replaced. This game is indeed difficult to solve. ”

Pingyuan Jun heard him say "difficult to solve", not "no solution," and hurriedly said: "Yu Qing, how do we solve it." ”

"Everyone in Handan knows that Admiral Wang worships Ma Fuzi as a general. This matter has become a foregone conclusion and cannot be changed. Nor can we persuade the king to take back his commandment. Yu Qing stopped and said, "The way is to open up a new battlefield?" ”

When Pingyuan Jun heard this, he was frightened, "What do you say, open up a new battlefield?" ”

"General Lian is stationed in Changping, and the Qin State can't cross the Dan River. Today, the main forces of the Qin State, a small part of which exerts pressure on the Han, and most of them attack us at the Dan River. Yu Qing slowed down his tone and said: "We open up a new battlefield, which can not only reduce the pressure on Changping, but also break the deadlock." ”

Touching the dragon asked, "That's a good idea." Where and where we should open up new battlefields is the crux of the matter. ”

Pingyuanjun also said: "Yes! Where do we open up new battlefields. ”

Yu Qing used his hands, dipped in water, and wrote a few words. Yu Qing finished writing and erased the handwriting on the table. Seeing that he wrote 'Martial Spirit King's Strategy for Defeating Qin', Pingyuan Jun stabilized his mind and lowered his voice: "This, will it be too risky." ”

Yu Qing asked, "What other choices do we have?" ”

"Okay." Pingyuan Jun hurriedly said: "I will enter the palace immediately and meet the king." ”