Legend of Summoning of the Three Kingdoms

Lin Xiangru said at this time: "Master Fang, we know that it is a good time to attack Wei, but I, Dayan, only experienced a big war last year, and the treasury was empty. What do you think we will use to support this attack?" battle."

At this time, Xu Guangqi also stood up to support Shang Yang and Lin Xiangru, saying: "It's okay if we send troops again in a few months, but now is the time for spring plowing. If we send troops now, it may delay the spring plowing, which is not good for the people and the country." .”

Du Ruhui said: "This is our spring plowing time, but it is also the spring plowing time of Wei State. We are not fighting within our Yan State, but only sending troops to attack Wei State. How can we delay the spring plowing, and sending troops at this time is just right. It is a very good thing that the spring plowing in Wei cannot be carried out."

Faced with Fang Xuanling and Du Ruhui's rebuttals, Shang Yang did not back down, and said: "But it is also true that the national treasury is empty. We simply cannot support a big war now."

Fang Xuanling said with a smile at this time: "Master Gongsun's words are wrong. I remember that there is still a sum of money in the treasury at this time. Why do you say that the treasury is empty?"

Shang Yang's eyes were full of anger at this time, and he said: "That sum of money is used for people's livelihood. It will be spring plowing soon, and farm tools and seeds will be distributed. You don't need money. If you use this money, you want the people of Yan Kingdom to accept it." Are you going to drink the northwest wind?"

Shang Yang has always been very disgusted with war, because he is a thorough reformer, and a country can only carry out reforms if the situation is stable.Shang Yang has always felt that he should be allowed to carry out reforms first to strengthen the national strength of Yan State, so as to crush the rest of the princes in the world.

After finally solving the foreign troubles of the Xiongnu, Shang Yang was already preparing to ask Gongsun Xu for reform this year, but Fang Xuanling wanted to send troops to attack the State of Wei. Reform.Moreover, this time is not the best time for Shang Yang to attack Wei State. Yan State has just experienced a big battle, and it is really not suitable to start another big war immediately.

However, Shang Yang and others had their own reasons for objecting, and Fang Xuanling and others also had their own insistence.This time is the weakest time of Wei State, don't take advantage of this time to beat the dog in the water, wait until Cao Ang controls the situation of Wei State with the support of Xun Yu and other capable ministers, then what is needed to win Wei State The price paid is even greater.

Fang Xuanling continued at this time: "Master Gongsun, there is no need to be so angry. This time is the best opportunity to attack Wei. If you miss it, you will regret it in the future. And as long as we can take half of Wei's land , whether it is Yanzhou or Yuzhou, we have enough ability to feed back Yan. Both Yanzhou and Yuzhou are the world's granaries. Under Cao Cao's governance these years, there is absolutely no major trouble. It is time to send troops It's the best time."

And no matter how Fang Xuanling, Shang Yang and others quarreled, Gongsun Xu, who was sitting on the highest dragon chair, remained silent, as if the quarrel this time had nothing to do with him.

And just when Shang Yang, Fang Xuanling and others were arguing red-faced, Changsun Wuji, who had been watching from the sidelines, suddenly said: "If we don't attack Wei at this time, we will miss a good opportunity, and even if we don't attack Wei Let's start, then Tang and Chu will not let Wei go, instead of handing over Wei's territory to Tang and Chu, why don't we take Wei first, that's the most suitable way."

But after Changsun Wuji made such a noise, the whole court fell silent.Everyone knew that Changsun Wuji was Gongsun Xu's brother-in-law. Generally speaking, if Gongsun Xu wanted to express his opinions in court, he would definitely express them through Changsun Wuji.Although Shang Yang is also the clan of Dayan, due to Shang Yang's character, Gongsun Xu has never been very friendly with Shang Yang.

Because of Shang Yang's ability, Gongsun Xu helped him to his current position, but it would be impossible for Gongsun Xu to regard Shang Yang as his confidant.After all, Gongsun Xu found out that Shang Yang was definitely not as easy to use as Fang Xuanling, Changsun Wuji and others after contacting for a period of time.

As soon as Changsun Wuji finished speaking, a large group of people began to join him. Although they were all officials below Jiuqing, Shang Yang, Lin Xiangru and others were not particularly good-looking because of the great momentum.

And after Changsun Wuji spoke out, Gongsun Xu, who had been sitting on the dragon chair, also spoke: "Well, the situation in Wei State is unstable this time, which is a good time. If this time passes, then There may not be such a good opportunity in the future.”

When Shang Yang saw that Gongsun Xu had agreed to this matter, he was not angry, and when he was about to refute, Lin Xiangru behind him pulled his sleeves.

At this time, Gongsun Xu also noticed the small moves between Shang Yang and Lin Xiangru, but Gongsun Xu didn't care about these small moves if he didn't see Shang Yang stand up.

Gongsun Xu said loudly: "It is not advisable to send too many troops to attack Wei State this time. Let Yue Fei lead the Jinpeng Army to attack Yuzhou, and Di Qing lead the Wild Lion Army to attack Yanzhou. At the same time, Qin Qiong and Zhao Yun led Thunder Rider and Cang Yun Rider to The Wild Lions follow Di Qing's order to fight."

After ordering all these things, Gongsun Xu took a look at the cultural relics officials in the Qilin Hall, and seeing that no one stood up to object, he said, "Retire."

After the dynasty passed, Shang Yang, who was originally angry, showed a thoughtful expression after Lin Xiangru whispered to him a few times, and his eyes fell on the eldest grandson Wuji, Fang who had already turned to leave. On Xuanling and Du Ruhui.

Chapter 694 Xiang Yu's Movement

At this time, in the city of Xiangyang, the capital of the state of Chu, Xiang Yu was wearing a black robe and walking at the head of the city of Xiangyang. Behind Xiang Yu was a feather fan scarf. Xu Shu hanging a long sword.

At this time, there was already a drizzle in the sky, but Xiang Yu didn't seem to feel it, and didn't make any covering movements, allowing the raindrops to fall on his resolute face.

With his hands behind his back, Xiang Yu said calmly, "Kong Ming, the situation in Wei State is unstable now. This king wants to send troops to the north to attack Yuzhou. What do you think?"

Zhuge Liang has followed Xiang Yu for many years, and he has a clear understanding of Xiang Yu's character. Xiang Yu's words seem to be inquiries, but in fact he has already made a decision in his heart, and this inquiry is just a formality.

Moreover, Zhuge Liang also thought that now was a good time to attack Wei. If he missed it, it would not be very beneficial for Chu to send troops after Cao Ang took control of Wei or Wei was destroyed by Yan, Tang and other powerful countries. up.

Zhuge Liang said: "Your Majesty, my Great Chu now occupies both Jingzhou and Yangzhou. Although the territory of Yangzhou is somewhat unstable, and Zhu Yuanzhang in Jiaozhou is also eyeing my Great Chu, these are just minor illnesses and nothing to be afraid of. And my Great Chu wants to To conquer the world, there are only two roads, one goes north and the other goes west.”

At this time, Xiang Yu was attracted by Zhuge Liang's words, and asked, "How to go north? How to go west?"

Zhuge Liang said: "There are two ways to go north. One goes north from Jingzhou to capture Yuzhou and other places, and the other goes north from Yangzhou to Xuzhou. But in any case, we must capture a town in the Central Plains so that we can gain a foothold in the Central Plains. At that time, we can use Jingzhou and Yangzhou as the base, and go north to compete with the princes."

"As for the westward advance, it is to capture Yizhou. As long as Yizhou is captured, the retreat can be divided into the north and the south and governed. If you advance, you can send troops to Jingzhou and Yizhou at the same time."

Xiang Yu's eyes were quiet at this time, and he asked: "So Kong Ming thinks it is okay for me to send troops to attack Yuzhou at this time?"

Zhuge Liang said: "Yuzhou is currently occupied by Wei State, but Yuzhou is willing to be the land of Chengguo, and there are many families. Cao Cao just used strong means to subdue these families. Once Cao Cao dies, these families will definitely be ready to move. As long as we can contact With these aristocratic families, it is not difficult to win Yuzhou."

"Is it a family?" In this life, Xiang Yu was born in a family, and he has enough understanding of the family, and even knows what the actions of these families under a country mean to the country.

At this moment, Zhuge Liang seemed to know what Xiang Yu was thinking, and said, "Your Majesty, these noble families have a lot of appetite, but whether they can eat is still a problem, and after we conquer Yuzhou, we also need these noble families to help us appease the place."

Hearing Zhuge Liang's words, Xiang Yu didn't take it seriously, and said: "Kong Ming, why is this necessary? This king doesn't believe it. These so-called aristocratic families dare to make small moves under this king's halberd. And this king only needs to lead three thousand overlords Iron cavalry is enough to break through this Yuzhou, why do we need these aristocratic families?"

Zhuge Liang wanted to say something else, but Xiang Yu had no interest in listening anymore.All he needs to know is whether it is appropriate to attack Yuzhou at this time, and whether it can bring enough benefits to Da Chu. As for how to attack Yuzhou, Xiang Yu doesn't need any other assistance.Xiang Yu believed that no one in the world could stop him under his Tianlong Breaking City Halberd and his three thousand overlord cavalry.

Zhuge Liang looked at Xiang Yu who turned and left, but his complexion was extremely complicated.After joining Chu, Zhuge Liang could also feel that Xiang Yu himself valued him, but to be honest, Xiang Yu was not the perfect master in Zhuge Liang's mind.Moreover, Xiang Yu is not suitable for Zhuge Liang. What Zhuge Liang needs is a lord who can trust him with power. However, although Xiang Yu has entrusted him with a heavy responsibility, he can't listen to his advice, and he is a little determined to go his own way.

Zhuge Liang naturally knew that with Xiang Yu's force and the strength of the overlord's iron cavalry, there would be no problem in capturing Yuzhou, but what about after capturing Yuzhou?How to govern Yuzhou is a problem for Chu State.

Zhuge Liang let out a long sigh at this time, and Xu Shu who had been following Zhuge Liang and Xiang Yu said at this time: "What's the matter, Kong Ming, is there any problem?"

Zhuge Liang looked at his friend, sighed, and said: "If the king is so stubborn, he will suffer a lot in the future."

Xu Shu laughed loudly at this moment, and said: "Kong Ming, I think you are worrying too much. With the strength of the king and the elite of our Chu army, how can the Wei State resist it? All we need to do is It is enough to stabilize the local situation after the king conquers a place."

Zhuge Liang looked at Xu Shu, but the depression in his heart did not decrease by half.He just walked in the direction that Xiang Yu left with a melancholy expression.

And when Xu Shu saw Xiang Yu and Zhuge Liang leaving one after another, he looked up to the sky and laughed, put one hand on the sword around his waist, and followed Xiang Yu and Zhuge Liang to leave this place.

Three days later, Xiang Yu gathered an army of [-] troops in Xiangyang City, with Zhuge Liang and Xu Shu as the left and right military advisers, Yu Ziqi, Zhong Limei, and Ji Bu as the vanguard generals, and Xiang Chong and Kou Feng were also brought under his command. , Ning Bobiao, Zhang Xingzu, Chen Baxian, Lu Wenlong and other fierce generals left Xiangyang and headed for Runan County, Yuzhou.

At the head of Xiangyang City, Xiang Liang and Fan Zeng, who were left by Xiang Yu to sit in the state of Chu this time, looked at the figure of Xiang Yu leading the army of Chu state to leave with complicated eyes.

In the end, Fan Zeng said slowly, "I hope nothing will happen this time."

Xiang Liang said: "I'm not worried about Yu'er's safety. With Wei's current strength, it can't stop Yu'er at all. What I'm worried about is whether there will be any changes in the Yan National Assembly. Compared with Yan Wang Gongsun Xu's movements It's really hard to guess, and to be honest, if I were to face King Yan, Gongsun Xu, I really wouldn't be sure at all."

Fan Zeng said: "Zhuge Liang and Xu Shu were both outstanding people at that time, and their future achievements will never be lower than you and me. With them by Yu'er's side to assist Yu'er, you should not have to worry about anything. And if we want to To seize this world, it is necessary to have a big battle with Yan State. Such a big battle should be sooner rather than later. Now even a battle with Yan State can let us know what kind of strength this world's number one vassal state has. "

Xiang Liang nodded and said, "Forget it, Yu'er's going north to Yuzhou this time is bound to set off a bloodbath. As his uncle, I have the responsibility to help him stabilize the state of Chu. I have a coveted heart in the land, and I plan to lead my troops south to attack him, and this Xiangyang will trouble Duke Fan to sit in the town."

Fan Zeng said: "Don't worry, I'm here in Xiangyang, nothing will happen."

At this time, in a restaurant in Xiangyang City, the handsome Bai Yutang looked at the bearded man opposite him, and said, "Brother Zhang, I thought you joined the Chu Kingdom, but now it seems that is not the case." , can you tell me the reason for this?"

Zhang Zhongjian said: "I, Zhang Zhongjian, have gained a bit of fame in the Jianghu these years, but what I think in my heart is that I hope to establish some unworldly achievements, so I have traveled around in these years, and my subordinates also have a lot of strength. But after seeing Xiang Yu in Xiangyang this time, I felt that if I went to the battlefield to compete with such a person, I'm afraid I would just bring shame on myself. To be honest, I'm already a little disheartened now. Maybe they can only hang out in the rivers and lakes."

Bai Yutang laughed at this moment, and said: "That's right, no matter how the world's general situation changes, Jianghu is the home of your bearded man. It's better to stay away from those temples and battlefields."

At this time Zhang Zhongjian raised the big bowl in front of him, and said loudly: "I am very grateful to Brother Bai Xian these few days, it is the greatest blessing in my life, Zhang Zhongjian, to have a friend like Chinchilla.

"Brother Zhang, it's too serious, hey, come on, drink!"

"Okay, drink!"

Chapter 695 Cao Ang's Response

King Yan and Gongsun Xu sent two elite troops, the Wild Lion Army and the Jinpeng Army, to attack Yanzhou and Yuzhou respectively.King Xiang Yu of Chu personally led [-] strong troops from Xiangyang to invade Runan County, Yuzhou.

At the beginning of the new year, Wei State encountered a three-way siege, and when the news reached Puyang, the situation in Wei State, which was already somewhat unstable, became even more tense, and after receiving the news That is, they immediately convened a group of civil and military officials in Puyang to discuss countermeasures.