"Alright, don't rub it off." Xu Qinghe didn't care if the carrier pigeon could understand it, so he only laughed to himself, "And let me take down the letter first and then you can rest, okay?" ”

Listening to what Xu Qinghe said, the carrier pigeon really seemed to understand, and raised one foot slightly to facilitate Xu Qinghe's movements

"That's good." Xu Qinghe smiled, stroked the carrier pigeon with one hand, and removed the letter from the pigeon's leg with the other hand with one hand, and looked at it carefully.

I saw Chu Lingshen's handwriting on the letter, clean and neat: "Qi and Chu are willing to send 100,000 troops to overwhelm the border and ambush 70,000." At that time, Qinghe will report to the emperor of the Great Zhou Dynasty that there will be only 30,000, which will be convenient for Qi Chu's movements, remember. ”

The letter was written a little briefly, Xu Qinghe didn't understand it at first, but after thinking about it for a while, he understood what Chu Lingshen meant.

This is a ploy to deceive the world. Xu Qinghe thought silently in his heart, with an army of 30,000 as bait and an army of 70,000 as a net, it is bound to take down at least 50,000 troops in the Great Zhou, and His Royal Highness the King of Chu is really a good plan.

Thinking of this, Xu Qinghe's eyes couldn't help but show a little admiration, and secretly thought about how to explain it to the emperor, so that he could quietly say this matter and lure Da Zhou to send troops.

Thinking like this, time passed little by little, and the sky gradually turned to inky black, and gradually faded again, until finally dawn.

And Xu Qinghe actually thought about it for a long night. After thinking about it all night, he finally had a general idea in his heart, and he could just take the opportunity to act at that time.

Xu Qinghe rubbed his eyebrows, stood up, stroked the wrinkled clothes he was sitting on, and went straight up.

The stargazing platform is not far from the court, but after about a pillar of incense, Xu Qinghe has already walked from the stargazing platform to the court, standing quietly in his position, just waiting for the early dynasty to start.

In the early dynasty, the emperor sat on the dragon chair and said majestically to the ministers: "Ladies and gentlemen, what do you have to report?" ”

Hearing this, Xu Qinghe immediately stood up slightly, and according to what was said in the letter, he bowed slightly and said, "Your Majesty, there is something important to report on the poor road." ”

"What's the matter?" Looking at Xu Qinghe's serious expression, the emperor didn't dare to slack off, "Please also ask the national teacher to speak carefully, don't have the slightest concern." ”

Xu Qinghe said clearly: "These days, I have heard rumors in the market that the Chu State has gathered soldiers and horses and intends to rebel. Poor Dao didn't dare to delay, and hurriedly sent someone to the border to find out, and it was only yesterday that there was definite news. ”

As soon as this remark came out, the audience was in an uproar. Even the emperor showed a look of surprise, leaned forward a little, and asked, "What news?" ”

"Sure enough, as rumored in the market, the State of Chu has sent an army of 30,000 this time, which is gathering in the land of Chu and the surrounding areas, and I don't know if it will come in a while." Xu Qinghe's eyes flashed with a hint of essence, and there was still a look of worry on his face, "Please also ask the emperor to send troops to attack as soon as possible, so that the Chu State cannot seize the opportunity." ”

Hearing this, the emperor showed a little worry, and said thoughtfully: "However, the current military salary can be replenished, and it is not too full. If I rush to send troops, I am afraid that the treasury will be empty and I will not be able to accumulate strength in time. ”

He paused slightly, then looked at Xu Qinghe and asked, "Is this news from the national teacher true?" ”

If it is a lie, then Da Zhou's rash dispatch of troops will only further reduce the already somewhat insufficient military salary, which is really unfavorable to Da Zhou.

The emperor couldn't help but didn't say it, but Xu Qinghe guessed what he meant, so he took a step forward, looked at the emperor's face and knelt down, and said respectfully: "Your Majesty, what Poor Dao said is true. It is precisely because of the exact news that the poor road will report it to you. ”

Then, Xu Qinghe persuaded again: "The invasion of Chu is really a big matter, and I hope that the emperor will not ignore this issue because of the temporary issue of military salaries, otherwise the consequences will be unimaginable." ”

He said it sincerely, and his words were extremely sincere, as if he was dedicated to Da Zhou. The ministers who didn't know the truth of the matter behind Xu Qinghe were moved by Xu Qinghe's words, and thought that the state of Chu was coming to commit the real emergency, and they also persuaded the emperor to send troops to attack.

The emperor was still a little hesitant, but after being persuaded by the ministers, after thinking about it carefully, he also thought it was true. Then he said: "Since the 30,000 troops of the Chu State are pressing the border, I will send people to send 50,000 troops to the expedition, and I will surely defeat the Chu State in one fell swoop." ”

Hearing the emperor's words, all the ministers knelt down one after another, and said in unison, "The emperor is wise." Presumably, this place will definitely be able to defeat the Chu State in one fell swoop, so that he will not dare to attack again! ”

Being praised by the ministers, the emperor couldn't help but feel a little fluttery, first laughed heartily, and then said: "In this case, all Aiqing, who of you is willing to go on the expedition?" ”

Shen Huo, who had been silent in the crowd just now, stood up without hesitation when he heard this, and took the initiative to ask the emperor: "Father." The retainer is not talented, and he is willing to serve as the commander, lead the troops to attack the Chu State, and return the people to a prosperous and healthy life. ”

"What a prosperous life!" The emperor stroked his palms and laughed again and again, and naturally agreed to Shen Huo's request, "If the emperor voluntarily leads troops to the battle, how can I not agree." These days, you should go to the northern mountains diligently, have a good time with the soldiers, and then set out in three days. ”

"Yes." Shen Huo knelt down and thanked him, "Thank you for your father's grace." This time, I will do my best to live up to my father's expectations. ”

Being said by Shen Huo like this, the emperor couldn't help but smile, and his eyes showed a little gratification. The eyes of the ministers were also focused on Shen Huo for a while, and they were full of reverence.

At this time, everyone naturally didn't notice it, Gu Zhiheng lowered his head silently, and the hanging shadow covered half of his face, making it impossible to see the gloomy expression on his face. And his hand was hidden in his sleeve, silently clenched, almost clutching blood.

When Shen Huo was born, Gu Zhiheng actually took a step. But after all, it was a step too slow, and the difference of this step made him miss this great opportunity to make meritorious contributions.

The 10,000 elite soldiers of the Great Friday can beat the 30,000 soldiers of the Chu State no matter what. Gu Zhiheng thought jealously in his heart, no matter how he fought this battle, he would win it, but let him grab it, and when Shen Huo returned victoriously, his prestige would be further improved.

In the long run, isn't he one step away from the throne? Thinking of this, Gu Zhiheng's hand hidden in his sleeve clenched tighter, but he was helpless, he could only watch that after the next dynasty, the ministers surrounded Shen Huo and praised endlessly, but Gu Zhiheng was ignored here.

Looking at such a scene, although Gu Zhiheng complained in his heart, he could only walk away helplessly. Shen Huo, who was surrounded by the ministers on the side, didn't notice his abnormality, and only smiled and dealt with the ministers, sleek and thoughtful.

After finally dealing with the ministers, Shen Huo was also unwilling to delay, so he only informed He Suoyi, and hurried to the mountains in the north to prepare and train the troops first, and run in with the soldiers.

At this time, Beibi Mountain also got the news that he was about to go on an expedition and His Royal Highness the Crown Prince came to train the troops, so it was not surprising to see Shen Huo, so he only handed over to him and asked Shen Huo to take over the army.

On the other side, after Gu Zhiheng got off the morning court, he was jealous and unspeakable, and went in the direction of Wu Wangfu alone. This loneliness is not said by outsiders, Gu Zhiheng only feels lonely and jealous in his heart, and his hatred for Shen Huo has reached the extreme, but he can't vent it.

When he arrived at King Wu's mansion, Gu Zhiheng stood at the door, calmed down a little, and then entered the mansion. Gu Zhiheng thought that he could hide it like this, but he was still discovered by He Nuanliang.

He Nuanliang, who had been carefully observing Gu Zhiheng's reaction, naturally noticed that something was wrong with him. Whether it was Gu Zhiheng's reluctant smile, or the sadness between his eyebrows, it was all news that Gu Zhiheng was not in a good mood at this time.

Looking at Gu Zhiheng like this, He Nuanliang naturally couldn't hide his worries, and immediately asked with concern: "Your Highness doesn't look very good. But what troubles have you encountered? If you can, it's better to talk about it as a concubine, so as to relieve some boredom. ”

After getting along for a long time, Gu Zhiheng was already extremely convinced of any warmth and coldness at the moment, and when he heard this, he only frowned slightly, and almost didn't think much about it, so he told the truth what happened in the court today.

At the end, Gu Zhiheng also added with some annoyance: "It would be nice if this king moved faster." Otherwise, how could the prince be given such an excellent opportunity to make meritorious contributions? ”

After He Nuanliang listened, he first lowered his head and thought for a while, then raised his head and comforted Gu Zhiheng with a little care: "Your Highness, don't be angry anymore." Wouldn't it be worthless if you were angry and your body was broken? Although the best opportunity has been missed, it is not without a chance to recover. ”

As he spoke, a glimmer of light flashed between He Nuanliang's eyes, and he whispered to Gu Zhiheng, "His Royal Highness the Crown Prince has an absolute advantage against the 30,000 army of the Chu State with an army of 50,000. If such an advantageous situation is still a draw, or a loss, will the emperor and his ministers still look up to him? ”

Hearing this, Gu Zhiheng was stunned for a moment, then stroked his palms and laughed: "Liang'er is really the virtuous helper of this king." How could this king not have thought of such a good idea? ”

Gu Zhiheng's eyes flashed a few glimmers of essence, and he said proudly: "And look at how this king has made His Royal Highness the Crown Prince lose face, and he can't be so proud." Speaking of this, Gu Zhiheng suddenly hesitated a little, looked at He Nuanliang and asked, "It's just how to implement this idea?" If the preparation is too gentle, I am afraid that it will not have any effect; If it is done too ruthlessly, it will have an impact on the national fortunes of the Great Zhou Dynasty, and it will be even worse. This is a measure that must be carefully grasped. ”

"This requires His Highness to discuss carefully with the concubine. At the moment, the concubine has a not-so-formed idea, and I ask Your Highness to listen to it for the time being......"