"Threat? Me?'

On the way back to his mansion with Zhao Sheng, the king of the plains, in a carriage, Meng Zhong pondered carefully what Zhao Hao had said to him.

Although Zhao Hao said very vaguely at that time, Meng Zhong could still feel that the 'threat' in Zhao Hao's mouth was actually referring to the Wei, Song and Han Triple Alliance led by Wei State, or he Meng Zhong.

Is he a middle? Is Zhao the biggest threat at the moment?

After hearing those words, Meng Zhong was a little angry in his heart at that time, but after thinking about it carefully, Meng Zhong suddenly realized that Zhao Hao was not right at all.

It is true that Meng Zhong's purpose in coming to Zhao this time was to draw Zhao into the Wei, Song and Han alliances, and he thought that this move would not only benefit Wei but also allow Zhao to avoid a military disaster, but this idea itself was full of arrogance.

You must know that Zhao is different from Song or Korea, its size is comparable to Wei, in short, Zhao is capable of chasing the status of the overlord of the Central Plains, but Meng Zhong hopes that Zhao will join the Wei, Song and Han Triple Alliance led by Wei, and thinks that this move is also beneficial to Zhao, isn't this arrogant or what?

After all, joining the Triple Alliance of Wei, Song and Han led by Wei and uniting against Qin is essentially equivalent to recognizing Wei as the hegemon, and no matter how you think about it, it will not be in line with the fundamental interests of Zhao.

At this time, the most in the interests of Zhao was precisely to form an alliance with Qin and conclude a Triple Alliance of Qin, Zhao and Chu to counter the Wei, Song and Han alliances - because only in this way could Zhao have the possibility of continuing to fight for hegemony.

In short, Meng Zhong's hopes or demands were actually contrary to the interests of Zhao, and if he tried to bring Zhao to his knees and force Zhao to join the Triple Alliance of Wei, Song and Han through various means, then Zhao Hao would have been righteous.

"Marquis Yun? Marquis of Yun? ”

In his ears, there was the call of Zhao Sheng, the king of the plains, he looked at the marquis in front of him, and said in confusion: "Since the beginning of the year, the marquis of Yun has been frowning......" After a pause, he asked tentatively: "Marquis Yun and that Zhao Hao, know each other?" ”

Hearing this, Meng Zhong smiled slightly and said, "Well, this Zhao Hao, that is, the former Shanggu Shou of the Yan Kingdom, Zhao Hao." ”

Zhao Sheng opened his mouth in surprise, and said in astonishment: "This Zhao luxury, that is, the other Zhao luxury?" I thought it was just the same name......"

Indeed, Zhao Sheng didn't hear of this name because he didn't hear of Zhao Hao in the Shanggu of Yan Kingdom, but he never thought that Zhao Hao, who was the Shanggu Shou of Yan Kingdom, would actually run to his Zhao Kingdom to be a field official......

You must know that Shanggu Shou is the county guard of Shanggu County, and Shanggu County, that is, a county bordering Yan and Zhao and the northern grasslands, to put it bluntly, Zhao Hao is the general of Yan State stationed on the border, and people of this status will not have more than one hand in Yan Country several times.

However, such a person would actually go to Zhao State to be a field official, and it is no wonder that Zhao Sheng didn't dare to think about this aspect even after hearing Zhao Hao's real name - after all, this kind of thing is too rare.

"No, it's not the same name, it's the same person."

Meng Zhong nodded, he didn't intend to hide it, because it didn't make sense, a figure like Zhao Hao was destined to shine in Zhao Guoda.

And what can he do? Prevent Zhao Hao from serving the Zhao State?

"Unbelievable ......"

After muttering a few words, Zhao Sheng suddenly asked Meng Zhongdao: "Marquis Yun, could it be that there is something in it...... Ruse? ”

Meng Zhong thought for a while, and finally decided to help Zhao Hao say something - although he also knew that Zhao Hao didn't need his help at all, seeing that he was 'aiming' at Zhao Sheng, the king of the Plains, he knew that Zhao Hao had already thought of a way to return to Zhao Guo's official position.

So he smiled and said casually: "Leave your position and power in Yan State, go to Zhao State to be a field official, and use such a risky method to get the recommendation of Gongzi...... What tricks does Childe think there will be? ”

Zhao Sheng understood the meaning of Meng Zhong's words, and said with a wry expression: "It's Zhao Sheng who is worried about it......"

Thinking about it carefully, Yan Guo is currently busy digesting the territory of Qi State, and it is true that he will not take any hostile actions against Zhao State, and after ruling out this possibility, Zhao Hao's behavior is only one possibility, that is, Zhao Hao wants to return to Zhao State and serve Zhao State.

"He is worthy of being the general of the Tan Guard Army next to his father back then......

Zhao Sheng secretly sighed in his heart.

At the same time, he once again deeply regretted the change of the Dune Palace back then, after all, the Xinwei Army and the Tan Guard Army beside Lord Zhao's father back then could have developed into the elite army of his Zhao State, whether it was the combination of Meng Zhong and Le Yi, or the combination of Pang Xuan and Ji Xin, they were completely capable of building a strong army for him Zhao State, but it was a pity that the heavens did not fulfill people's wishes.

That night, Zhao Sheng, the king of the plains, sent someone to invite Zhao Hao to his house and treated him warmly.

Whether it is Zhao Hao's ability or Zhao Hao's loyalty to Zhao Guo, it is worth Zhao Sheng's doing.

Seeing this, Zhao Hao realized that his details had been exposed by Meng Zhong, but he didn't care, after all, he thought that he had never done anything to abandon Zhao Guo - the reason why he fled to Yan State with Ju Xin back then was that he was afraid of being persecuted by Zhao Cheng, Anpingjun, and Li Dui, Fengyangjun.

During the banquet, taking advantage of Zhao Sheng's absence from the toilet, Zhao Hao asked Meng Zhong with a light smile: "The purpose of Marquis Yun's envoy to Zhao State this time is mostly to persuade Zhao State to join the alliance of Wei State, right?" In that case, why help me? Isn't Yun Hou afraid that Zhao Hao will obstruct him? Or does Yun Hou not think that he will pose a threat in the future? ”

Hearing Zhao Hao's words, Meng Zhong smiled faintly and said: "I didn't help you, not to mention that I also know that even without my help, you can still get out of the way through Pingyuanjun's recommendation, in the final analysis, this is just a favor, after all, you and I also had a friendship back then......"

"......" Zhao Hao nodded in surprise.

At this time, I heard Meng Zhong suddenly say again: "I am ready to return to Wei." ”

Hearing this, Zhao Hao was even more surprised, because he knew the purpose of Meng Zhong's coming to Zhao State this time, and now Meng Zhong said that he was ready to return to Wei State, which didn't mean that Meng Zhong had given up his previous plans.

Noticing Zhao Hao's surprised expression, Meng Zhong said with emotion: "I think it is beneficial to Zhao State, and I send Zhao Guo with a lofty attitude, but in essence, I am doing things that harm Zhao Liwei...... After what you said, I suddenly realized that it was pointless for me to come to persuade Zhao Guo from my personal standpoint. ”

Looking at Meng Zhong with an embarrassed face, Zhao Hao's face showed respect, and at the same time, his eyes also showed a little jealousy.

He tested Meng Zhong and said: "Since the Marquis of Yun has given up persuading the Zhao State, does this mean that the Wei State will take ...... Other ways? ”

Of course, Meng Zhong knew what Zhao Hao meant by 'other ways', he shook his head slightly and said: "No, I just think that my position on this mission is unstable, and it seems that Tian Wen should be responsible for the diplomatic relations between Wei and Zhao, not me...... As for what you said, heh, the Qin State should wish for a war between Wei and Zhao, so that it can take the opportunity to profit from it...... Don't worry, unless Zhao clearly says that he will turn to Qin and unite with Qin to raise troops to threaten Wei, otherwise, the King of Wei will not send me to do anything, after all, the biggest threat to Wei is still Qin. ”

"Hmm......"

Zhao Hao nodded slightly, but the look on his face was not a little relaxed.

It is true that Meng Zhong's answer is decent and reasonable, but this does not mean that Meng Zhong will not be the main general of Wei's attack on Zhao, it can only be said that this possibility is low.

And thinking that it is very likely to confront the two armies in front of him in the future, I have to say that even Zhao Hao feels a huge increase in pressure.

Not to mention anything else, just in the civil strife of the Zhao State back then, Zhao Hao knew Meng Zhong's power and talent, he knew that Meng Zhong was at the same level as Sima Pang Xuan of his Tan Guard, and it was not that he could compete - in fact, let alone competing with Meng Zhong, he was not even sure about fighting against Le Yi.

"Only Pang Xuan and Pang Sima can compete with Meng Zhong."

At this moment, a thought suddenly flashed in Zhao Hao's mind.

He decided that after a few days he obtained the weight of Zhao Wang He through Zhao Sheng, the king of the plains, he would definitely persuade Zhao Wang He to send people to Chu to find the whereabouts of Sima Pang Xuan in front of his Tan Guard, he knew Pang Xuan's loyalty to Zhao State, and also knew that only by inviting Pang Xuan could he compete with Meng Zhong.

In addition, whether Zhao Guo, whether it is Lian Po, Han Xu, or he Zhao Hao, I am afraid that he will not be the opponent of the man in front of him, after all, the person in front of him is the most loved general by Lord Zhao's father back then.

The next day, Meng Zhong really bid farewell to Zhao Sheng, the king of the plains.

Zhao Sheng didn't know what happened between Meng Zhong and Zhao Hao, and said in shock when he heard this: "Marquis Yun, don't you wait a few days?" I thought that Brother Wang would return to Handan in a few days......"

"Forget it, I'll see you next time......"

Meng Zhong laughed to himself and shook his head slightly.

As the so-called world is unpredictable, just after Meng Zhong submitted his resignation to Zhao Sheng, the king of the plains, an envoy from Zhao Wanghe returned to Handan one step ahead of schedule and informed Handan that Zhao Wanghe would return to Handan in a few days.

After learning about this, Meng Zhong naturally didn't want to leave early, so he had to live in Handan for a few more days.

Sure enough, a few days later, Zhao Wanghe returned to Handan with Fei You, Zhao Ben and others.

After receiving the news, Zhao Sheng, the king of the plains, came to the palace to meet his brother first, and recommended Zhao Hao to Zhao Wang He.

At first, when Zhao Sheng talked about the process of his 'acquaintance' with Zhao Hao, Zhao Wanghe didn't care much, and just praised Zhao Hao's fairness and morality, but when Zhao Sheng revealed Zhao Hao's details, Zhao Wanghe showed a surprised look.

Also, after all, Zhao Hao is the general of Yan State, and this person abandoned the status and power of Yan State and returned to Zhao State, which really made Zhao Wanghe feel quite moved.

In addition to being moved, Zhao Wanghe also felt a little bad in his heart, after all, Zhao Hao was originally a talent promoted by his father Zhao's father, and he had to admit that he was far less eyesighty than his father Zhao Master's father in the selection of talents.

Subsequently, Zhao Sheng informed Zhao Wang He of a piece of news, saying that Meng Zhong had sent him Zhao State some time ago and was currently in his mansion.

As soon as he heard this, Zhao Wang He was overjoyed in his heart, and immediately ordered Fei You to follow Zhao Sheng and invite Meng Zhong to the palace.

Approaching dusk, Meng Zhong followed Fei You to the palace.

Seeing Meng Zhong again, Zhao Wang He was very emotional in his heart, after all, in the ten years after the Dune Palace Change, he and Meng Zhong had only met once, and this was the second time.

The last time the countries held a meeting of the Five Kingdoms in Zhao, Zhao Wang He originally thought that he could meet Meng Zhong, but unfortunately, Meng Zhong did not come to participate in the meeting.

With emotion and nostalgia in his heart, He Xian, the king of Zhao, gently asked Meng Zhong about the current situation of the Song Kingdom.

Meng Zhong replied, "...... The old king Dai Yan is currently a guest in the Wei state, and the crown prince Dai Wu officially inherited the throne in Pengcheng in the Song state, and the Song state occupied the Langxi county of the Qi state in the last war. ”

Hearing this, Zhao Wanghe nodded, with a relieved expression on his face, thinking that people who don't know really think that Song is still an ally of Zhao State, and Qi State is the hostile country of Zhao State.

But in fact, Zhao Wanghe cared so much about the affairs of the Song State just to show favor to Meng Zhong.

After a few pleasantries, Zhao Wanghe asked Meng Zhongdao: "Qing came to Handan this time, what is the important matter?" ”

Meng Zhong hesitated for a moment, and finally said truthfully: "I came here this time in the hope that Zhao State can form an alliance with Wei State and jointly resist Qin State. ”

Hearing this, not only Zhao Wanghe's face showed a little embarrassment and hesitation, but the fat young man next to him also showed a bit of discoloration on his face.

You must know that this time Zhao Wanghe left Handan in order to meet the date of Qin Wang Yingji.

As Fei You saw with his own eyes and heard with his own ears, Qin Wangji and Zhao He, the monarch of his Zhao State, had reached an agreement on certain matters, such as joint resistance to pressure from Wei.

It is true that the Qin State in the past was indeed a threat to the entire Central Plains, but at present, the prestige of the Wei State is gradually catching up with the Qin State, considering that the Zhao State is not the first target of the Qin State, and the country that is most directly threatened by the Wei State, Zhao Wanghe is naturally more inclined to ally with the Qin State in terms of national policy, and join forces to balance the Wei State, as well as the Song and Han countries that have submitted to the Wei State - until the Wei State shows signs of being defeated by the Qin State, Zhao Wanghe will consider standing back again and helping the Wei State resist the Qin State.

Maintaining a balance between Qin and Wei is exactly what Zhao is doing now.

And this means that Zhao Wang He can only refuse Meng Zhong's request for a 'Zhao-Wei alliance'.

I saw that after being silent for a long time, Zhao Wanghe said euphemistically: "It's not that the widow is targeting Meng Qing, this matter is ...... Well, the widow can't agree, I hope Meng Qing can understand. ”

The words fell, and under the somewhat worried look of the fat child, Meng Zhong nodded calmly.

Seeing this, not to mention that Fei You was surprised, even Zhao Wanghe was also surprised.

Don't look at it in front of outsiders, Meng Zhong has always behaved very kindly, but Zhao Wang He knows that this Meng Qing will never have a good face in front of him.

He knew very well that since the Dune Palace Change, he and Meng Zhong had broken up twice.

For the first time, Meng Zhong put down the cruel words of "you will definitely regret it in the future" and brushed his sleeves away.

The second time, in the face of his Zhao He's question, 'Can you forgive me', Meng Zhong glanced at him indifferently and left without saying a word.

In view of these two experiences, Zhao Wanghe thought that his refusal this time would also make Meng Zhong so angry that he brushed his sleeves away, but what he didn't expect was that Meng Zhong didn't look angry.

Seeing this, Zhao Wanghe asked tentatively: "Meng Qing seems to be ...... Didn't look angry? This makes the widow a little ...... I don't understand, doesn't Meng Qing actually want my Zhao State to form an alliance with Wei State? ”

Meng Zhong shook his head and said: "No, of course I want Zhao to form an alliance with Wei, and I thought that this would also be beneficial to Zhao, but then I was reminded that I suddenly realized that although I thought it was my own idea, I was wrong to think about what was beneficial to Zhao from the standpoint of Wei...... Since I was wrong in the first place, even if I was rejected by King Zhao, how could I be angry? ”

Speaking of this, he arched his hand and said: "Originally, I was going to return to Wei a few days ago, but it happened to learn that King Zhao had returned to Handan, and it was not in agreement with Yu Li to leave at that time, so I stayed for a few days......"

Hearing this, Zhao Wanghe and Fatty You glanced at each other, and then suddenly realized.

A few days later, Qin sent Qin Wangji's son, Yiren, to Zhao as a proton and live in Handan, and since then the two countries have concluded an alliance.