Wei Yan, who gradually regained his senses, began to deal with the king of Pingnan, and unexpectedly, when Wei Yan proposed it at the imperial meeting, the prince made it clear that he was against it.

"Father, now there is a lot of turmoil in the south of the Yangtze River, and it is an eventful time. Although the king of Pingnan is disrespectful to you, but for the sake of his perennial work for the country, let me forgive him this time. The crown prince avoided the important and trivialized, and did not mention the fact that it was the partnership between King Pingnan and Pi Lizhi.

Prime Minister Lu Duan disagreed with the prince's words: "King Pingnan's disrespect to His Majesty is not just as simple as this, but he has committed it! In any dynasty, such a crime should be punished with death." ”

"Since the prime minister said so, Prince Ben has nothing to say. Wei Chan's tone was very cold, "The prime minister is dedicated to the country, so it's good to leave the affairs of Jiangnan to you." At present, the six islands south of the Yangtze River are attacking the coastal area, which can be said to be intensifying. The prime minister thinks that there is a king of Pingnan in Jiangnan, but the prince thinks that if there is no king of Pingnan, Jiangnan is really in chaos. ”

Wei Yan was not unclear about the prince's words, and since he had different opinions, he had to stop the discussion for the time being. The crown prince and the important ministers left one by one, and only Wei Yi and Feng Huaien were left in the imperial study.

"Feng Huaien, did you say that the crown prince opposed my handling of King Pingnan, was it out of public intentions or selfishness?" Wei Yan's words seemed calm, but in fact, they were secretly murderous.

Feng Huaien replied: "The old slave is on the matter, now is indeed not the best time to kill King Pingnan. ”

"I'm asking about the crown prince, not about dealing with King Pingnan. Wei Yan asked relentlessly.

Feng Huaien saw that he couldn't hide, so he had to reply: "Whether the prince is public or selfish, his heart is towards His Majesty and the court. ”

"Old fox" Wei Yan scolded with a smile, "You, even no one can be offended." ”

Feng Huaien smiled and did not reply.

"I know that some time ago he had a lot of dealings with the king of Pingnan. He is not to blame for this, after all, everyone was in danger at that time. Wei Yan is also like a mirror, "Now whether he is public or selfish, but what he said also makes sense." King Pingnan can't be killed for the time being, but he can't completely ignore it. ”

"Your Majesty means ......" Feng Huaien was pretending to be confused.

"Heh, what do I ......mean," Wei Yan glanced at Feng Huaien meaningfully, "I want you to leave the south and persuade Zhang Qichao and Ye Fengcheng so that they can give up their past suspicions, and stop King Pingnan for me and for the people of Jiangnan." ”

"The old slave must do his best not to disappoint His Majesty. Feng Huaien didn't know if he could convince them, for fear of disappointing the emperor's trust.

At this time, Zhang's house in Suzhou came to an uninvited guest. The family advocate Zongzhou was not surprised at all by the arrival of the guests. Sooner or later, it will come.

The secret room of the Zhang family is under the rockery in Zhang Zongzhou's back garden. Zhang Zongzhou invited someone to the secret room for a while to discuss important matters.

"Lord Cai came to the cold house in disguise, I don't know what happened?" Zhang Zongzhou saved his politeness and asked Cai Wenfeng straight to the point.

Cai Wenfeng said with a smile: "Brother Zhang, we have been friends for many years, why do you think that I am here to find you something as soon as we meet." It's too raw. ”

"King Pingnan is trying to meet you, and it's definitely not a casual conversation. Zhang Zongzhou began to sit recklessly, "I don't believe that he will ask you for help if he has nothing to do." ”

Cai Wenfeng also sat crookedly, how comfortable could he come, "What big deal can there be, it's just to ask me to cooperate and deal with the court together." The old tune is repeated, and there is no fancy. ”

Zhang Zongzhou asked with a smile: "He didn't let you tell me, he hopes that I will give financial support." ”

Cai Wenfeng responded: "He won't let me say it, King Pingnan has a very good set." Regardless of him, although I have agreed to the alliance of the King of the Peace South, it seems that at present, I cannot meddle in the affairs of the Central Plains. ”

"Huidao is the most powerful of the six islands, if you don't interfere, who among the six islands still has such strength. Zhang Zongzhou felt very strange that Cai Wenfeng was not a person who easily gave up the rich Jiangnan.

Cai Wenfeng said unwillingly: "The strength of Huidao has not weakened, but some people are stronger. ”

"You won't be talking about Cheng Erxuan, the only female island owner among the six islands. Zhang Zongzhou thinks he is well-informed, but he knows very little about the mysterious female island owner.

"It's her, I don't know how she did it. The strength of the island is far better than before, with two heroes and four heroes, and five masters, which can be described as full of talents. When it comes to Hangdao, Cai Wenfeng is very unwilling, "They also have the intention to chase the Central Plains, and the attack in Panyu is what they did." ”

Zhang Zongzhou's heart was cold, and he said hurriedly: "How far have they developed now? We are old friends, you can't lie and fool me." ”

Cai Wenfeng replied truthfully: "It is estimated that there should be more than 10,000 people under his command, and they collect taxes on merchant ships, plus they go to Nanyang to do business, and they also collect protection taxes on coastal towns." The financial resources are quite abundant, and although they have caused dissatisfaction on other islands, they also have a way to resolve it. ”

"Well, it seems that they should not be underestimated. Zhang Zongzhou secretly pondered how to deal with Cheng Erxuan.

However, it is not so easy for them to compete in the Central Plains. Cai Wenfeng changed his words and mentioned a sect, "In the area of Yunjin Mountain in the south of the Yangtze River, there is a Yunxia faction." The current head is called Hu Fangyu, and they have been blocking Hangdao along the coast, and they can be said to be the number one enemy of Hangdao. ”

Zhang Zongzhou said: "It seems that it is necessary to go to the Yunxia Sect and touch their bottom." ”

"Okay, that's all that needs to be said and what shouldn't be said. Cai Wenfeng got up and said goodbye, "I hope you are good at yourself, and be careful of King Pingnan." ”

Zhang Zongzhou personally sent Cai Wenfeng out of Suzhou, and was careful along the way. And Zhang Zongzhou's son, Zhang Qichao, has been secretly protecting them until he really sent Cai Wenfeng away.

"Come out, people are far away. Zhang Zongzhou knew that his son was secretly protecting.

Zhang Qichao appeared to meet, "Cai Wenfeng is really a strange person, I feel that my father and him are not ordinary acquaintances. ”

Zhang Zongzhou said in a deep voice: "I was the same senior brother as him back then, and he was a senior brother. Not many people know about this relationship. ”

"Oh, I see. Zhang Qichao suddenly realized, "The six islands in the south of the Yangtze River are not monolithic, and there are also people who are in harmony." ”

Zhang Zongzhou instructed: "You immediately go to the Yunxia Sect in Yujin Mountain in the south of the Yangtze River to see what their situation is." ”

"Yunxia faction? I know this very well, their head Hu Fangyu and I have a relationship. Zhang Qichao thought back to the past, "The three heroes of Yunxia are quite famous in the south, but they are not the most powerful. ”

"Who is it?" Zhang Zongzhou suddenly became interested.

"Geng Shuxuan, known as the 'Hundred Generations Sword Head', is a teacher of the three musketeers before the four legends of martial arts. Combining the swordsmanship of the three musketeers, the swordsmanship and martial arts cultivation are also better than Ye Fengcheng. Zhang Qichao is very familiar with this person, "But he doesn't love fame and fortune, and he is dedicated to self-cultivation." He lives in seclusion all year round in the Rising Sun Peak near Yunjin Mountain. ”

Zhang Zongzhou said: "Then you'd better go and meet him and tell him the latest movements on the island." ”

"Okay, I'll try my best!" Zhang Qi replied.

The father and son were talking about big things in the downtown area, and people with hearts were staring at them from afar, just as if they were chatting. mistakenly thought that the big thing should be said in the secret room, but I didn't expect the father and son to be so bold.

Zhang Qi headed south to Yujin Mountain, and things on the way were lackluster. Let's say that Feng Huaien went south, and the first stop was Yuanyue Hall in Xu County. The reason why he chose to convince Ye Fengcheng first was not only because Xu County was closer to the capital, but more importantly, Ye Fengcheng was the most difficult to convince.

Last time, Yuanyuetang was tragically destroyed under the emperor's own intention or instigation. Although the elite is still there, the attitude of the top and bottom of the Yuanyue Hall towards the imperial court is debatable.

When Yan Lingping saw that it was Feng Huaien who was visiting, his face was ugly. If Dongfang Jing hadn't been there, I'm afraid Yan Lingping would have blasted him out.

"I want to ask to see Ye Fengcheng, the head of your faction, I don't know if it's okay. Feng Huaien's words were humble, and he did not want to arouse their antipathy to the imperial court again.

Dongfang Jing replied: "Gonggong Feng, the head of my family expected you to come, so he specially asked me to return this to you." As he spoke, he took a token from his sleeve. It was the talisman that the emperor gave to Ye Fengcheng at the beginning.

When Feng Huaien saw this token, he already knew what Ye Fengcheng meant. Still refusing to give up hope, "I can accept the token, can you take the time to see." ”

Seeing Feng Huai'en entangled, Yan Lingping said angrily: "The master of the door has already retreated, and he confessed before the retreat that no one was seen." ”

Feng Huaien saw that there was no return, so he had to leave in a huff.

As soon as he walked on the front foot, Ye Fengcheng's back foot appeared in Youweitang.

"The master of the door, I have already followed your instructions and told Gonggong Feng word for word. Dongfang Jingyu reported.

"Okay, you guys go down!" Ye Fengcheng looked a little lonely. Seeing this, Dongfang Jing and Yan Lingping withdrew from Youweitang one after another. The disciples who guard the door are ordered not to disturb the master.

Full of economy, strategy and martial arts, full of enthusiasm to serve the country, only to end up like this. Ye Fengcheng had to take into account the feelings of the disciples in the sect, suppressed the last trace of hope in his heart, and waited for the call of his good friend.

Ye Fengcheng believed that sooner or later, he would still be needed. Until then, recuperation is king.