Jiuxi

Chapter 297 Chapter 295 [Medicine]

Zhuoyuan, inside Xiangwan Tower.

Wang An first briefly repeated Emperor Yan's thoughts, and then smiled and said: "Your Highness, this may not be an opportunity."

"Chance?"

Qingyu Huaijin held a white porcelain tea cup with bamboo silk and flying flowers in his right hand. He took a sip slowly and said lightly: "What do you mean by this?"

Wang An cleared her throat, glanced at the two maids behind her as if unintentionally, and said thoughtfully: "Although we all have our hearts set on the great scene, this is a tacit thing after all, and has not been made public for many years. In order to maintain the internal stability of Yan State, His Majesty Jing has been slowly infiltrating it in a gentle way. On the surface, Jing and Yan are just harmonious neighbors, and Yan State has a certain degree of autonomy. For example, at this moment, the nominal coach of Heluo City It's still Privy Pang, and General Tiger is just assisting in the defense."

Qingyu Huaijin put down the tea cup, rolled up the sleeves of his robe, and said with a smile: "Could it be that the Prime Minister feels that this arrangement is not appropriate?"

"The official has no such intention."

Wang An Youran denied it and said: "Based on the situation of the year, His Majesty Da Jing made such a wise decision. It's just that in the eyes of the official, the times have changed in the past ten years, and there is no need to follow the old routine. It is time to make a decision It has changed. We will not have any doubts about His Majesty Da Jing’s attitude, but the people below will inevitably feel like they are seeing flowers in the fog."

This was not an alarmist statement. Qingyu Huaijin nodded slightly to show his approval.

From ancient times to the present, in the history of more than a thousand years, the disputes between the Central Plains dynasties and the foreign races in the north have never ended.

But no matter which side has the upper hand, the northern aliens will rarely penetrate deep into the heart of the south. When they are at an advantage, they can at most occupy the Jing River Basin.

Of course, it's not that they dislike the large territory, but these alien races have always had a natural shortcoming, that is, their own population is sparse, and it is difficult to form actual control over the vast territory in the south.

Therefore, in the eyes of many subjects of the Yan State, the Jing Dynasty only needed the surrender and tribute of the Yan State, and would not necessarily include this force that was caught between the two great dynasties of the north and the south into its territory.

Senior officials such as Wang An and Pang Shigu naturally understood that Emperor Jing's talents were planning step by step. In addition to completing the control and coordination of various internal and external forces in the past ten years, another major measure was to spend a large amount of national funds to encourage Jing Lian gives birth to a child.

Qingyu Huaijin saw this clearly and said slowly: "So the king thinks that our government should take the initiative to take a step forward?"

"Actually, Xiaguan had this idea last year, but he never had the right opportunity to mention it."

Wang An looked respectful and a little excited, and then said: "Now that Emperor Yan has taken the initiative to set up the stage, His Highness only needs to appear in the court, which is enough to make all civil and military officials suddenly understand, because this is His Highness's first act on behalf of the prince." This is the first time he has publicly intervened and interfered in government affairs, and the deep meaning is self-evident."

"What Wang Xiang said did make me a little moved, but..."

Qingyu Huaijin hesitated for a moment. She vaguely felt that something was not right. For a moment, she had nothing to gain, so she politely declined: "It would be more appropriate for my brother to come forward in this kind of matter."

"Your Highness is right, but the young prince is not in the city now, and it will make no difference if His Highness comes forward."

Wang An was not in a hurry and advised calmly: "Your Highness, I think this is the perfect opportunity for you to win over the prince's people. Furthermore, the enemy forces outside the city are currently fierce and the undercurrents in the city are complicated. Your Highness is really needed to preside over the situation." The overall situation is determined with one word.”

Qingyu Huaijin thought for a moment and said: "That's fine, I'll just follow the king's instructions. Please go back and report to Zhang Can. I will enter the palace to attend the court meeting."

Wang An stood up and saluted: "Your Highness is wise."

After he left, Qingyu Huaijin summoned Xiao Jun, briefly explained the matter, and then ordered: "Inform General Moulianghu about this matter, and arrange our manpower inside and outside the palace. .”

Xiao Jun responded calmly: "Yes, Your Highness."

Let's talk about Wang An leaving Zhuoyuan. After the carriage he was riding in traveled a few streets, a man in his thirties quietly entered the carriage and lowered his head and said: "Master, after receiving news from the Sutra Weaving Department, Captain Lu will meet Lead the army to attack in four days, when a court meeting will be held in the city. After breaking the city, the elite of the Huaizhou army will go straight to the palace."

Wang An closed his eyes slightly and remained silent for a long time.

The man sat quietly.

Wang An said meaningfully: "Compared with His Majesty's plan in the palace, I am actually more curious about how Lu Chen will break the city. Heluo is not Ruyin, let alone Yaoshanguan. The troops in his hands want to destroy Jingjun's The morale is unparalleled, not to mention that the evil tiger will not allow our people to come into contact with the city defense. Although when the incident in the palace occurs, chaos will definitely occur in the city, and the people of the Sutra Weaving Department will also add fuel to the flames, but these methods will not affect Huaizhou There is no direct help from the military.”

As Wang An's most trusted confidant, the man also controlled the most secretive group of people in the Wang family. Hearing the family leader's emotion, he said calmly: "I can't guess it, I guess Captain Lu must be absolutely sure, otherwise he would We will not approach Heluo so resolutely.”

"hope so."

Wang An smiled and changed the subject: "Have the men from the Sutra Weaving Department already entered the palace?"

The man replied: "Yes, there are not many people, but in the eyes of the villain, they are all top experts, and they follow the path of Eunuch Li, so they will not attract the attention of others."

Wang An couldn't help but shook his head and said: "Li Fuqing is too greedy for money. He will do anything as long as he can get money. He has almost turned the Imperial Guard into a sieve over the years. It's a shame that Zhang Can trusts him so much. Zong Ji, this time I have to attend the court meeting, and I will leave the family to you. The eldest brother has arranged for some people to cause chaos in the city at that time. You and your men should not participate. In the future, the eldest brother will need your assistance to control the Wang family. "

The eldest brother refers to Wang Chulong’s father Wang Cheng.

The man in the carriage was surnamed Chi and named Zongji, and he was thirty-two years old.

A family like the Zhai Lin Wang family naturally has no shortage of capable soldiers, and Chi Zongji is one of the best. Moreover, Wang An always treated him as a national scholar, and he was equally loyal to the Wang family.

At this moment, when he heard that Wang An seemed to be explaining his funeral affairs, Chi Zongji was shocked and said in a deep voice: "Why did the master say such ominous words?"

"It's better to die than live. I understand this."

Wang An looked calm and said slowly: "But there is no absolute truth in this world. I must prepare for the worst. If I cannot walk out of the palace alive, you will hand this message to Chulong personally." He took it from his sleeve. He took out a well-painted envelope and handed it to Chi Zongji.

Chi Zongji had a heavy look on his face, lowered his head and said: "Please rest assured, sir, I will definitely protect the Wang family from being affected with my life."

Wang Andao: "I believe you. Don't let eldest brother know about these things. He... is a man of temper after all."

"Yes, sir."

Chi Zongji knelt on his knees in the carriage and kowtowed respectfully.

Wang An smiled and accepted the gift calmly.

……

Outside Heluo City, the atmosphere suddenly became tense as the main force of the Huaizhou West Route Army arrived.

In the past few days, the scouts of both sides had fierce battles in the surrounding areas. Two thousand Jingjun cavalry who had withdrawn from Yaoshan Pass faced the Ruishi camp again.

Under the dispatch of Mou Lianghu, they formed dozens of squads and frequently dispatched for reconnaissance. Therefore, the main force of the Huaizhou West Route Army set out from Shenze City to outside Heluo City and was under their watch almost the entire journey.

Through these scouts, Moulianghu knew that the Huaizhou Army's camp outside the city only had a small amount of food and grass, and the rest was placed in Shenze City, and that there were only a few thousand garrison troops, but he seemed to have no interest in burning the Huaizhou Army's food and grass. .

"Is this scheming tiger as timid as a mouse, or is he convinced that we are incapable of breaking the city, so he is too lazy to plan the battle?"

In the Huaizhou Army Commander's tent, Song Shifei raised his hand and touched his forehead, saying he couldn't laugh or cry.

Duan Zuozhang glanced at Lu Chen and said: "The latter is more likely. The Yan army has been ambushed too many times in the past two years, and the Battle of Leize must have left a deep impression on Mou Lianghu, so he does not He is willing to take risks. If he wants to come, Qingyu Zhongwang will lead his troops back sooner or later. At that time, our army can only retreat. During this period, he only needs to guard Heluo."

Song Shifei nodded and said to Lu Chen eagerly: "Brother Lu, when will we launch an attack?"

"Not urgent."

Lu Chen smiled faintly and joked: "Brother Song, don't worry, the first victory this time will definitely belong to the Feiyun Army."

Song Shifei smiled sheepishly, but did not decline Lu Chen's proposal.

At this moment, Li Chengen strode into the commander's tent, bowed and said: "Captain, we are here."

He did not tell the specific identity of the person, so the generals in the hall were naturally curious, but they all knew that Li Chengen's brief words must be related to Lu Chen's plan, so even Song Shifei, who was usually carefree, kept his mouth shut at this moment.

Lu Chen stood up to apologize and said: "Generals, our army is scheduled to attack Heluo City in four days' time, that is, on February 26th. Please prepare for war and not slack off."

All the generals stood up and said solemnly: "Obey the order!"

Lu Chen bowed his hands to them, and then came to the Rui Shi camp with Li Chengen.

In the central area of ​​the camp, dozens of men stood beside several sturdy carriages, waiting with excitement.

One of the men in his forties saw Lu Chen's approaching figure in the distance. He coughed a few times and then took the lead to greet him. He saluted and said, "I've seen Captain Lu!"

Lu Chen stepped forward to support him and said with a smile: "Brother Ran, there is no need to be polite."

The person who came was none other than Ran Xuanzhi, the leader of Lintang of the Seven Star Gang, and behind him was a special talent that Lu Chen specially wanted from the Seven Star Gang.

He looked at Lu Shen's gentle expression and couldn't help but sigh: "We haven't seen each other for more than half a year. Captain Lu's demeanor has become calmer and has the air of a general. The gang leader and the eldest lady asked me to send their greetings. In addition, everything in the gang is fine. The eldest lady has already followed the instructions. Lieutenant Lu ordered us to lead the troops out of the mountain."

Hearing him mention Lin Xi, a touch of warmth appeared in Lu Chen's eyes. After a few pleasantries, he said, "Brother Ran and the brothers have worked hard on this journey."

Ran Xuanzhi felt very sad. This journey was not only difficult, it was also like walking on thin ice with fear.

While the main force of the Huaizhou Army advanced north, they escorted these carriages south, and then took a long detour into the heart of Dongyang Road. After receiving the support of soldiers and horses sent by Xiao Wangzhi, he felt a little relieved.

Then they headed west from Fengfu City and hurried along this official road, passing through Qingliu Pass, Raoyang, Gongcheng, Yaoshanguan and other places, and successfully arrived in front of Lu Chen.

Thinking of this, Ran Xuanzhi sighed softly: "It's a long journey, and I was afraid that I would miss Captain Lu's important event. Fortunately, I arrived as scheduled. Fortunately, I did not disgrace my life!"

"Thank you!"

Lu Chen did not put on airs in front of him, and immediately walked to a carriage. A master from Lintang opened the door at Ran Xuanzhi's signal.

Lu Chen looked inside, his eyes swept over the thick wooden barrels that were tightly bound, and a smile immediately appeared on his lips.

There was a cold glow in his eyes.

(End of this chapter)