"Chang Guojun came from afar, but he has a heavy responsibility?" As soon as the two sides sat down, Zhang Ping, who was sitting on the main seat, said jokingly.

Naturally, Lejian will not lightly express his intentions, and only after testing the true attitude of South Korea towards Qi Guo can he decide whether to tell South Korea about Yan Guo's plan and discernment. Naturally, the time has not yet come, so Rakuma just snorted and replied with a smile: "Yes and no!" My king misses Her Royal Highness the princess very much, and specially ordered the ministers to bring some special products of Jicheng to her Royal Highness the princess, and write a letter. ”

Zhang Ping nodded, and pretended to sigh: "King Yan is really a man of temperament!" The envoys who have traveled to Jicheng and Xinzheng for a year are endless, telling their heartfelt feelings. However, Chang Guojun is the person with the highest status that Ping has ever seen! ”

Zhang Ping didn't believe that he had traveled thousands of miles just to bring some souvenirs and letters to the queen. Such a trivial matter, a doctor is enough to be competent, and a feudal monarch like Chang Guojun must be burdened with some heavy responsibility. It's a pity that Lejian didn't say it until he said it all at once. I still need to keep tempting!

Lejian was a little embarrassed, showed a sincere smile, and said: "In addition to giving gifts to Her Royal Highness the princess, (Le) Jian also has some private matters that I just need to consult the prime minister." ”

"I want to hear about it!" Zhang Ping said with interest.

"My brother is happy to ride!" Le Jian paused, obviously giving Zhang Ping time to think, and then said with some worry: "After the defeat of Wu'an, the clan brother lost contact with me!" I sent people to Handan to search for his whereabouts, and found that my brother's family was gone. There are only a lot of rumors about the clan brother, some people say that he was defeated and died, some people say that he was defeated and surrendered, and all kinds of theories are different. So I would like to take the liberty of asking the prime minister to help me inquire whether my brother is alive or dead. If it is raw. Where, I can also visit. If he dies, where is the body, I will send him back to his homeland. ”

Zhang Ping's face was moved, and he could feel a sense of sincerity in the tone of the music room. Come to think of it, the relationship between Lema and Lecheng should be very good! Even if it's a joy to die in battle. Lejian also wants to collect Lecheng's bones and send them back to his hometown for burial. Still, that's just right. Lejian would never have imagined that Lecheng had been subdued by South Korea and kept for his own use. A plain favor can be sent out.

"Huh! Don't worry! Your brother is alive and well, and he is in a high position, and his family is safe and sound. ”

Hearing Zhang Ping's reply, Lejian's face was overjoyed, and he asked eagerly, "Where are they?" But then he realized his gaffe and said apologetically, "It's rude." Don't blame the prime minister! ”

Zhang Ping waved his hand again and again, and said indifferently: "This is human nature, how can Ping blame Chang Guojun!" On the contrary, Ping admired Chang Guojun's true feelings. ”

After sighing with emotion, Zhang Ping immediately told him how to bet with Li Mu after the defeat of Lecheng's army, how Zhao Guo took the initiative to hand over Lecheng's family in order to protect Handan, and how King Han saw Lecheng's appointment of him as the lieutenant of Yingchuan County. Lejian also understood that the clan brother he had been concerned about for a long time was actually in Xinzheng, and he couldn't help but sigh in his heart that God would make people. Lecheng wants to die with his will. However, Zhao Guo took the initiative to abandon him and did not give him the opportunity to be loyal. In the end, South Korea picked up the ready-made bargain.

"In this way, there is no need to live in a post house." Rakuma finally quipped.

"Haha! If Chang Guojun doesn't dislike it, he can stay in the humble house! Zhang Ping also said half-seriously, half-jokingly.

"Where! Where! The prime minister laughed! I haven't seen my brother for a long time, and I'm talking at night. The prime minister's request can only be forgiven. However, next time I come to Xinzheng. I hope to stay in your house! When the time comes, the prime minister will not be annoyed! ”

"Good! When the time comes, you are welcome to sweep the couch by all means! Open the door for Chang Guojun! Zhang Ping also swore an oath.

This sentence of the music room is purely a joke, but I didn't expect it to be a prophecy. Twenty years later, the two of them were also embarrassed when they talked about it.

The fact that the clan brother Le Cheng was in Xinzheng and held a high position was not in the plan of the music room at all, but it was a surprise for the music room. Le Jian, who originally planned to chat with Zhang Ping on the day of the meeting, changed his initial plan. Instead, he decided to first ask his clan brother, Le Cheng, about the wind direction of the Korean political affairs hall in order to complete the strategy.

With such a calculation, Lejian did not introduce the current situation and political affairs in the following conversations, but talked about the shortcomings of parents and the customs of various places without a word. Zhang Ping also kept silent and did not mention state affairs, but talked about the ups and downs.

After an hour, the two had dinner together. Zhang Ping personally sent the room to the middle gate, and then assigned a housekeeper to lead the way and lead the room to the house. The servants of Yuefu who had already gotten the news were waiting at the intersection, but they were all afterthoughts, and they were not mentioned for the time being.

It is said that Prime Minister Zhang Ping hurried to the palace after sending off the music room. King Han was also slightly surprised for a moment when he received the news that Zhang Ping was asking to see him outside the palace. Zhang Ping acts like a steady person, today is a day of rest, and I think there is something important.

Having to enter the palace, Zhang Ping opened his mouth and asked as soon as he saw King Han: "Chang Guojun of Yan Kingdom has come to Xinzheng, does the king know about this?" ”

"The widow hasn't received this news yet, what's the matter, he has visited the prime minister?" King Han asked rhetorically.

Zhang Ping nodded and replied: "The minister just sent someone to send him to the mansion of the lieutenant of Lejun, and Chang Guojun said that he was entrusted by King Yan to visit the queen. However, the minister felt that Yan Guo must have a plan. ”

King Han bowed slightly, if it was just an ordinary visit, there was no need for Yan Guo to send Chang Guojun to come forward. Chang Guojun traveled back and forth between Yan and Zhao because of his father Le Yi, and had a good reputation in both Yan and Zhao. This should be a signal released by Yan Guo, a signal to strengthen ties with South Korea, South Korea does not need to be ecstatic, and look at the other party's intentions.

"The widow knows, presumably the king of Chang will visit the queen tomorrow. Prime Minister go back to rest first, and you'll know tomorrow! King Han said lightly.

"Retire!" Everything that should be said has already been said, and Zhang Ping believes that King Han knows how to treat Chang Guojun.

At the same time, in the mansion of the new lieutenant of Yingchuan County, the two brothers Le Cheng and Le Jian were sighing. Originally, when Le Yi was alive, Le Yi was in Zhao State, Le Jian was in Yan Kingdom, and the father and son traveled between Yan and Zhao and were highly used. After Le Yi's death, Le Cheng became a general in Zhao again. Deeply relied on by King Zhao and Pingyuan Jun, the two brothers Lecheng and Lejian can also take care of each other and enjoy wealth and wealth. It's just that creation makes people, and neither of them thought that they would meet in Xinzheng.

After talking about what happened over the years, Lema said: "Now my brother is quite used in Han. It's better than in Zhao State. When I was in Jicheng, I listened to Han Wang Zhixian, and I don't know if it's true or not. ”

"If the king is not virtuous, how can he collect six counties in five years?! Hehe, brother Xian, can you come to Xinzheng, I'm afraid that you are entrusted by King Yan, right? Can you tell me about it? Le Cheng asked in a changed tone.

Le Jian nodded and replied: "Don't hide it from my brother, the king sent me to Xinzheng this time, and it is indeed a heavy responsibility!" ”

Lecheng asked with concern, "Can Brother Wei help?" But. I said in advance, if I turn my back on the king and betray Korea, then stop. My virtuous brother knows that. ”

Lejian smiled and quipped: "This busy brother can naturally help!" Don't worry, brother, how can I embarrass you?! ”

Le Cheng nodded with satisfaction and replied, "Then just say it, you're welcome." ”

"What does my brother think is the general trend in the world?" Rakuma asked a seemingly unrelated question.

Le Cheng knew that what Le Jian asked must have a deep meaning, and thought carefully for a while. Only then did he cautiously reply: "The three kingdoms of Han, Wei, and Qi have fought against Qin and Zhao, and the two sides can be said to be evenly matched. The states of Yan and Chu were powerless against the disputes in the Central Plains. With careful development, the world is in a delicate balance. However, from my brother's point of view, any little wind and grass is enough to change the general trend of the world. It's really hard to say, it's hard to say. ”

Lema nodded and said approvingly, "Brother Fool thinks so too. Just talking about our Yan country, whether it is pro-Zhao or pro-Korea, it is enough to break the balance of the world. The same is true of the state of Chu. ”

"King Yan plans to fish in troubled waters?" Lecheng asked subconsciously. If Yan Guo continued to be neutral, his clan brother Le Jian would never have made that remark just now. Listen to his tone. Yan Guo is afraid that he can't bear the loneliness and wants to make a move. It's just that I don't know if Yan Guo wants to be pro-Zhao or pro-Han!

Le Jian was noncommittal about this, but smiled mysteriously: "What does my brother think of Qi Guo?" Have you ever heard of Tiandan's dismissal? ”

Le Cheng secretly thought about the meaning behind Le Jian's question, and at the same time replied impartially: "The country of Qi takes the country of Lu and the land of Huaisi, and the strength is still growing very quickly. It won't take ten years, and it will inevitably become a powerful country like Han and Zhao! Tian Dan's dismissal of the prime minister has been heard by his brother, and it is regrettable that Qi Guo lost an arm. However, for Yan Guo, this is a good thing at first sight! Without Tian Dan in charge, Qi Guo is afraid that it will inevitably be shocked. ”

"Brother in Xinzheng, have you heard any rumors? After all, Qi has a good relationship with South Korea, and after Tian Dan resigned as prime minister, it had a great impact on Qi Guo's strength. If South Korea wants to use Qi to balance Zhao, I am afraid it will have to make a lot of discounts. Didn't King Han send someone to lobby King Qi and keep Tian Dan in office? Rakuma asked reluctantly.

"This ......" Le Cheng hesitated, but still said honestly: "Even if the Qi State befriends South Korea again, it will be an independent country after all, and it will not be at the mercy of others. The appointment and dismissal of the prime minister of Qi State, we South Korea can't say anything, let's not interfere! What's more, Tian Dan resigned due to illness, and he couldn't do it if he wanted to stay in office. ”

Le Jian faintly had his own conjecture in his heart, the whole of South Korea was so indifferent to Tian Dan's dismissal or so calm, and he was afraid that Qi Guo was too strong. At the right time, he proposed the matter of Vaqi, and he thought that King Han would not object.

"Brother, the foolish brother is here to tell you the truth, the king wants to cut Qi, how much does the brother think that Korea will not obstruct this matter?" got the answer he wanted, and he expressed his heart directly.

"What? Vazi? Inappropriate! Inappropriate! "As soon as I heard Le Jian tell him that Yan Guo was going to crusade against Qi State, Le Cheng couldn't even call out. Qi is an ally of South Korea, and if Qi and Yan go to war, South Korea will definitely not sit idly by, and then the two brothers will turn against each other. This is not what Lecheng wants to see!

"Why does my brother think it's wrong? The feud between Yan and Qi has been three generations, and the Qi State destroyed the Lu State, and fought with the Chu State in the south, occupying the land of Huaisi, and greatly increasing its strength. How could we, the Yan Kingdom, sit back and watch the Qi Kingdom grow stronger step by step?! Lema said as a matter of course.

"But once Yan and Qi fight and Qi is defeated, South Korea will inevitably send troops. Yan Guo is not an opponent of South Korea! Le Cheng persuaded bitterly.

"Hehe", Lejian smiled, shook his head and sighed: "This is not necessarily! When it comes to marching and fighting, I am less than one percent of my brother; But in terms of judging the current situation, my brother is less than half of mine. Qi is a big country in the east, and it did not fall behind in the competition with Qin twenty years ago. South Korea has expanded too fast in recent years. Although King Han was clever and used his interests to stabilize the local opposition, it always took time to digest the newly occupied land. I look at the king of Han as a person, who likes to take risks and compete for big profits, but only gives small profits to the allies. If the allies are strong. King Han must be jealous in his heart. In this case, the Yan State is attacking Qi and consuming each other, and King Han is too late to be happy, so how can he send troops to aid the Qi State?! ”

Ignoring Lecheng's shock, Lejian continued to explain: "The new establishment of Bashu and the new establishment of Runan, the most important thing for South Korea is to stabilize the newly occupied territory. And not in a big way. What's more, South Korea likes to pursue profits, travel thousands of miles, and aid Qi country, what benefits can Qi country give South Korea? As far as I know, the King of Qi is greedy, but he will not be as bold as the King of Wei, and he is willing to use two hundred miles of land. In exchange for a hundred miles of land around Hangu Pass! Therefore, I thought that the Yan Kingdom was in full swing. South Korea will not be saved. Brother, don't worry about us turning against each other and fighting each other! ”

Le Chengchang sighed and replied: "I'm afraid it's not true, after all, Qi is an ally of South Korea, Qi is in trouble and South Korea doesn't save it, Wei will definitely be cold." Once the two countries distance themselves from South Korea. South Korea, which is in the land of four wars in the Central Plains, will be isolated! It is impossible for the king not to know the consequences. As a brother, I thought that the king would definitely rescue the Qi country! ”

Seeing that he couldn't convince the other party, Lejian didn't force it, but laughed and said, "If you can't cut down Qi, you can't save Qi." It's not up to you and me to decide. As a courtier, it is enough to be loyal and outspoken about the pros and cons, is it difficult to admonish with death? Brother, tell me about the new Korean law, I'm very interested! Tonight, we don't get drunk and don't go home! ”

Le Cheng looked at the innocent smile of Le Jian, and couldn't help but be in a trance, how familiar this scene is, although each is the master at the moment, but the strong blood relationship is inseparable. What's more, the queen of Korea is the sister of King Yan, and the two countries are still connected to the tendons when the bones are broken! Even if there is any disgrace, it can be restored! Forget it, put aside state affairs for the time being, and have a drink! I am a military general and a brother, are you still afraid of the other party? !

"Good! If you don't get drunk, you can't go home! Le Cheng also said happily.

The next day, after the court meeting, King Han met the Changguo Junlema, who came to visit alone. For the arrival of the music room, Han Wang couldn't talk about how enthusiastic he was, but he was too enthusiastic but seemed delicate and contrived. According to the usual practice, it is natural that King Han stayed in the palace to dine, which was regarded as entertaining the queen's mother's family. It's just that because Chang Guojun's status is higher, Han Wangjun is accompanied by his honor.

After chatting about the topic of not being nutritious, the queen wisely retired on the grounds of taking care of the prince, leaving only King Han and Changguo Junle in the back garden. Everyone knows that the next game is a game between two countries, and there is no room for idle people to disturb it.

"When the widow heard that the king of Chang came to Xinzheng, he passed through the kingdom of Qi, Zhao, and Wei along the way, and I wonder how the widow's Korea compares with these three kingdoms?" King Han asked expectantly.

"The king's Korea is naturally strong, no less than Zhao, Qi and Wei." Le Jian said respectfully, seeing that King Han's face was happy, Le Jian's tone changed, and he said leisurely: "However, on the way to the minister, I heard that the people of Qi said that the king of Qi is determined to forge ahead, and the monarch and the ministers are single-minded, first destroy the Lu country, and then swallow Huai Si, the border of the Qi country is unprecedentedly large, and in a few years, the Qi country will become a first-class power, and the world can not resist it!" ”

"Oh?" King Han looked interested and said, "The widowed Korea is much bigger than the Qi country, it is impossible for the people of the Qi country not to know, right?" ”

"The minister heard that Shang Tang is the king of the world with a land of 70 miles, and the king of Wen is a prince with a land of 100 miles. The breadth of the Chu State is far superior to that of the Qin State, but the Qin State can expand its territory for thousands of miles with a hundred miles of land, and the Chu State has repeatedly cederated the land and asked for surrender. The king resisted Qin with the land of two counties, collected Sanchuan, and Nanyang, took Hanzhong, Kebashu, and Qin's turtle shrinkage and could not come out, so doesn't it show that the size of the region has nothing to do with the strength of the country? If the king thinks that the borders of Korea are greater than those of Qi, he thinks that South Korea is stronger than Qi, and the ministers dare not agree in private! Even if Qi is weaker than South Korea today, how can Wang Shang be sure that ten years from now, Qi will not be stronger than South Korea? You must know that when King Min of Qi was king, Qi had not yet annexed Lu and could still compete with Qin. The current Korea is not stronger than the Qin State at that time, but the Qi State has annexed the land of Lu and Huaisi! ”

King Han took a deep look and replied, "The widow is taught! "Maybe the expansion of South Korea has been too smooth in recent years, and King Han found out that he was a little carried away after some reminders from Lejian! That's not a good sign! After all, I underestimated the wisdom of the people of this era!

Le Jian also returned the salute and shouted: "The king's name is spread all over the world, and he can raise an incident with the soldiers of the two counties, and even collect the land of the six counties, so that the countries of Shandong will not be harmed by the tyrannical Qin, all of which are the merit of the king!" ”

"It's just self-preservation, let Mr. laugh!" King Han said modestly, and then asked, "I don't know if Mr. came to Xinzheng, who is widowed, what advice do you have?" ”

"The minister knows that the king has always encompassed the four seas, and the heart of the eight wildernesses is annexed, and he specially offers advice to the king!" Rakuma's words were astonishing. (To be continued......)

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