Gangneung Castle.

Wei State Post House.

The cold winter wind is blowing.

Hua Xin, who was born with gorgeous hair and wrinkled on his face, was standing in the attic on the second floor, looking out of the window.

Outside the Wei State Post House, it happens to be Jiangling East City.

The brightly lit streets, bustling crowds shuttling through them, and various sounds converge into a bustling nocturne.

"Guest officer, the best Shu brocade is made into clothes, and it will definitely make the mother-in-law and aunt at home happy!"

"This Lang Jun, new tea, good tea, don't you want to taste it?"

"The best porcelain is also available in the palace of His Royal Highness the Prince, and it is said that it is good, come and take a look, take a look, walk by, don't miss it."

The shops have long been lit up, full of colors, like stars in the night sky. Shopkeepers enthusiastically sell their wares to passers-by, ranging from fine silks to fragrant teas and a variety of utensils.

The air is filled with the smell of various foods, such as the smoky smell of grilled meat, the fresh aroma of fried fish, and the sweetness of desserts. From time to time, someone shouted loudly, and the sound echoed in the night sky.

"Sugar gourd~"

"Steamed kamaboko~"

"Tamale~"

"It's so lively."

Hua Xin looked at the prosperous scene of Jiangling City, and couldn't help but feel a little emotional.

"What time is it?"

Behind Hua Xin, the deputy envoy of the envoy group stepped forward and said, "I just saw the leaky pot, and now it's time." ”

The so-called leaky pot is a timekeeping tool.

Fill the pot with water and put in the wooden arrows. Drill a small hole in the bottom of the pot, the water level will decrease over time, and the scale marks indicated by the wooden arrow, correspond to the time.

"It's time!"

Hua Xin sighed in his heart.

"When Luoyang is in Hai, will it be so lively?"

Hua Xin asked.

The deputy envoy of Wei smiled and said: "That's because Luoyang has a curfew, if there is no curfew, it will be a hundred times more lively than Jiangling." ”

A hundred times more lively?

I'm afraid it's not at all?

"This Jiangling is so vibrant, it's only been two or three years, this prince of the Han Kingdom is really my great rival!"

CurfewCurfewCurfew.

Why is there no curfew in Gangneung, but there is a curfew in Luoyang?

This brings us to why there is a curfew.

The main purpose of the curfew system is to maintain the autocratic rule of the ruler and prevent coups, uprisings, crimes and other activities at night.

When the autocratic imperial power was established, the aim was to achieve complete control over the whole society.

At night, it is often a time of high incidence of criminal activity.

It was also the period when rulers were most worried.

Throughout the ages, there have been many coups and uprisings that have been carried out at night.

As a result, the night became a time when rulers were on guard.

There is no better way than for the people to return to their homes honestly.

In this way, the perennial curfew came into being.

Moreover, in the event of some extraordinary times, the curfew must be strictly enforced.

Of course, this is the main reason, and the other reason is that people regard the day as yang and the night as yin, and "yang" and "yin" are the only laws in everyone's hearts, so in order to comply with this law, people rarely travel at night.

But as far as Hua Xin knows, as far as he can see, there is no curfew, and this Jiangling is also very peaceful, and there are no lawbreakers.

From this, you can see the wrist of the prince of the Han Kingdom.

This Jiangling City was governed quite well by the heir of Duke Liu.

"Today, the prince of the Han Kingdom went to Longshan to hunt, but what information is worth noting?"

"Longshan is heavily guarded, and the spies of the school government dare not go up at all, and the information obtained is extremely limited, that is, among those limited information, there are very few valuable things."

The deputy envoy of Wei replied honestly.

It is very difficult to get to the secrets.

Liu Chan's military division can have such great power, in addition to his willingness to spend money, more is that he has the will of the people.

After all, his father Liu Bei is a member of the Han family after King Jing of Zhongshan.

After the usurpation of the Han by the Wei State, those who now have the Han family in their hearts regard the Han of the Great Han Liu Bei as orthodox.

It is precisely because of this that the military division was able to cause such a big turmoil in the Wei State.

There are some things that can't be done with money alone, but also on some other things.

Is there anything more motivating than faith?

Dedicate everything to you, no regrets.

Even risking his life.

"Longshan has the Academy of Sciences of the Han Kingdom, which has many things that I need for Great Wei, but unfortunately few people can enter it."

Hua Xin sighed.

After the establishment of the business alliance of the Wei State, the effect was not as good as that of the Han State.

The reason is simple, there are not many ace goods.

It would be great if you could 'borrow' some technology from Han Guo.

I heard that now the Han Kingdom can not only make glass objects, but even make this glass into all kinds of objects.

When Hua Xin saw it, he was amazed.

It's a pity that he didn't have it.

After collecting his thoughts, Hua Xin continued to ask:

"The intelligence on the side of Longshan can't be detected, but the intelligence around Jiangling is always detected, right?"

Of course, the deputy envoy of Wei knew what Hua Xin was going to ask, and immediately said: "Recently, Jiangling City has been gathering grain and grass, and half of the merchant ships on the river are transporting grain, grass and ordnance. It should be Xiangyang soldiers, or Runan soldiers.

To the east of Jiangling, in the county town of Gong'an, there are also soldiers gathered, looking at their appearance, there must be no doubt that they are barbarian troops, whether there is the banner of the flying army, it is obvious that the elite of the barbarian army is here. The number of people varies, but the tents stretch out, at least tens of thousands.

To the north of Jiangling, there were soldiers brought by Liu Chan, the prince of the Han Kingdom, with at least 20,000 people. ”

The information collected from the school government spies, whether it was the use of personnel or the transfer of materials, showed that the Han State wanted to destroy Wu, not just talk.

"If the Han Kingdom really destroys Wu, it will be a good time for my Great Wei to recover Xuzhou, or even to recover Runan!"

The war between Han and Wu was really a scene that he Wei was willing to see.

"Rest early, tomorrow, meet the prince of the Han Kingdom!"

The next day the sun was shining.

Hua Xin waited left and right, and did not see Liu Chan send someone to summon him to meet him.

I had to look for relatives and friends in Gangneung City.

Most of the scholars in various places have some connections, although the connection is not obvious, but they can also be related from this inconspicuous relationship.

However.

The warriors in Jiangling City were strong, and seeing him Hua Xin was like seeing a plague god, and no one was willing to see him.

Seeing this scene, Hua Xin was surprised and emotional.

"The people of Gangneung City are stable!"

When the deputy envoy of Wei heard this, he immediately asked: "How can you see it?" ”

Hua Xin smiled bitterly, and immediately said: "I heard that Zhongda entered Jianye as an envoy, and he opened the way with money and silk all the way, and there is no one he can't see, even the son of King Wu, and even the people of the four major families in Jiangdong have seen it, but I came to Jiangling, but I didn't see anyone." The country of Wu was turbulent, and people's minds changed. The changes in Jiangling over the years are obvious to all, because the hearts of the old people are in the Han Dynasty, not on the side of my Great Wei. ”

Of course

There are still some things that Hua Xin doesn't know.

These scholars are strong and powerful, and basically every family has children working under Liu Chan.

Everyone was tied to Liu Chan and formed a community of interests, which can be described as both prosperity and loss.

Naturally, I don't want to see Hua Xin.

"It seems that the prince of Han is going to dry us, so he will wait patiently for him to summon us."

Such a passive envoy is in stark contrast to Sima Yi's entry into Wu.

It seems that it is indeed not so simple to make a strong country!

Liu Chan really wants to dry Huaxin.

But it's not just a matter of drying it.

"After this Wei envoy arrived in Jiangling, what did he do?"

Pang Tong immediately stepped forward and said, "Looking for old friends, as well as famous people in Jiangling." ”

Hehe.

Now it's time to visit an old friend.

"What else?"

"The secret agents of the school office in Jiangling City are looking around for news, mostly staying at the wharf ferry and the military camp outside the city."

These walking spies are really good at gathering intelligence.

"It seems that Wei Guo has heard something."

Liu Chan wanted to attack Wu, but it was just over a month before Cao Pi of Luoyang could learn the news and send a messenger.

It can be seen that its intelligence ability is also extraordinary.

Those school spies in Jiangling were deliberately let go by Liu Chan, that is, to let them pass on the news.

But

The secret agent of the school office over there in Yizhou has to find out.

"I've been hanging that Huaxin for three days, so I'll summon him today."

In three days, Liu Chan got a lot of information, and Hua Xin collected a lot of information.

It's almost time to send him away, let him go back to Luoyang, and send Cao Pi some information to influence his decision-making.

"No."

Gangneung Rowwon.

After sending an emissary invitation.

In just half an hour, Hua Xin arrived at the Jiangling Garden.

Liu Chan did not choose to meet Hua Xin in the main hall in front of the ministers, but in a secluded, small courtyard pavilion overgrown with plum blossoms.

Early in the morning.

A plumlin loomed in the morning mist.

The sun shines through the sparse clouds and sprinkles on the plum trees, reflecting the sparkling frost flowers, adding a bit of winter coolness.

On the branches of the plum tree, plum blossoms bloom proudly, the petals are like silk wisps, white as snow. Some flowers are budding and hide shyly among the green leaves; Others are in full bloom, showcasing their unparalleled beauty.

Hua Xin walked in the winding path in the plum forest, and couldn't help but take a few more glances at the plum blossoms.

Before Hua Xin arrived in the pavilion, he heard the strong and powerful voice of the young man in the pavilion.

"There are a few plums in the corner, and Ling Han opens it alone. I know that it is not snow, only dark incense. ”

Hearing this, Hua Xin's eyes couldn't help but light up, he immediately stepped forward and walked quickly, and soon saw the legendary prince of the Han Kingdom.

This was the first time he saw Liu Chan, and at first sight, he deeply remembered the young man in front of him.

Although the prince of the Han Kingdom is young, he has already shown an extraordinary temperament. The body is slender, as tall as a pine and cypress, revealing an innate majesty. His black hair was tied up, and he looked energetic. There was a heroic spirit between his eyebrows, and his eyes were like bright stars, shining with wisdom.

Heroic.

Hua Xin unconsciously came up with these four words in his mind.

"Foreign envoy, meet His Royal Highness the Crown Prince."

"No need to be polite, sit down."

Liu Chan's smile was very kind.

It is rumored that the prince of the Han Kingdom, Liu Gonghei, is not only good at conquest, but also first-class poetry.

He can write the elegant verses of 'Dongfeng does not cooperate with Zhou Lang, and the copper bird spring deeply locks the two Qiao', and can also write such thought-provoking and admirable poems as 'the worries of the world first, and the joy of the world after the world'.

Before, Hua Xin thought that this was just a rumor, but after hearing Liu Channian's poem, he already believed it.

What a natural talent!

Haotian God not only opened a door for the prince of the Han Kingdom, but also opened the windows together, and even the roof was opened.

Seeing Liu Chan, Hua Xin couldn't help but sigh, how unfair is this God, giving the best things to the young man in front of him, in this world, maybe there is really a so-called destiny?

"The envoy has come to send an envoy, I don't know what important matter you are mainly discussing with Lone?"

Talking to smart people, which is hidden, is very boring.

Hua Xin immediately said: "I am Great Wei and want to ally with the Han Kingdom. ”

Coalition?

Even if Liu Chan was already mentally prepared, Hua Xin's words still made Liu Chan unable to hold back.

"Alliance? Didn't you come to make fun of Lonely? ”

Hua Xin expected Liu Chan's surprised expression, and explained solemnly: "I don't mean to make fun of His Royal Highness the Prince, my Great Wei wants to attack Xuzhou, so I want to ally with Your Excellency to prevent the enemy from being attacked on the back and involving troops, just right, isn't Your Highness also going to attack Wu?" This is a mutually beneficial thing for you and me, so why can't it happen? ”

Liu Chan shook his head and said, "I don't believe it. ”

As he spoke, Liu Chan brought up the warm wine on the food floor, took a sip, and immediately dispelled the cold on his body.

"I'm Da Wei, it's hard to chase after a word, and I haven't broken the trust of others."

Liu Chan sneered and said unceremoniously: "Now I haven't broken my trust in others, it doesn't mean that I won't lose my trust in others, the reason why I haven't broken my trust is just that the interests are not big enough, if you add Runan, if you add Hefei, if you add Jingzhou, will the Wei Congress not be moved?" ”

Liu Chan's words were quite heart-wrenching.

Hua Xin was silent for a long time, and had to say, "Then how can His Royal Highness the Crown Prince believe in me Dawei?" ”

"Trust is made, not spoken, it depends on the sincerity of your Wei State."

Hua Xin immediately said: "My Wei State is naturally sincere, but His Highness must also show sincerity, this trust is not unilateral, but mutual. ”

Hua Xin was very hard, and looked at Liu Chan with straight eyes.

Want to prostitute me for nothing?

That's simply not possible!

"Since this is the case, then we will start from the subtleties, the Wei army will withdraw from Runan, and the Wei State will allow my Han State Business Alliance to trade, in response, Gu will not rush to Xuzhou, and also allow the Wei State Business Alliance to enter the Han State, how about it?"

Withdraw from Runan, and the Shang League enters Wei.

What a resounding calculation!

"It's okay to withdraw from Runan, but trade is exempt."

Liu Chan sighed and said, "It seems that the sincerity of the Wei State is really insufficient!" ”

Hua Xin hardened.

Hua Xin's fist hardened.

You Liu Gonghei, don't deceive people too much!

(End of chapter)