The Blood Crown

The end of the new year is approaching, but looking at the entire Central Plains, I am afraid that there is no city that can still have the mood to welcome the new year. The war between the Wolf King and the King of Chu may break out at any moment. At that time, no one can stay out of it.

The envoy sent by Chen Kui to Taiyuan came back, and Feng Ye still said that he was waiting for Chen Kui in Taiyuan. Wherever Chen Kui dared to go, he asked Feng Ye for Qingyang. Attacking back and forth, and Feng Ye had already sent his masked general to guard Qingyang, and it was absolutely impossible to give it to Chen Kui.

The two of them didn't tear their faces apart, they just used envoys to grind their mouths back and forth, and the forces of all parties also stood still and waited and watched the changes.

But Chen Kui couldn't hold back any longer, and wanted to take Qingyang quickly.

Chen Kui called both Yan Sikong and Shen Hexuan to discuss this matter. Yan Sikong was very glad that Yuan Shaoxu at least did not sell the identity of "Que Wang" to Chen Kui. If they knew his relationship with Yuan Nanyu, he would There is no reason to come here.

From Chen Kui's mouth, Yan Sikong learned that Fengye had secretly increased troops to Qingyang, but even if Qingyang could hold it, there were still two cities, Pingliang and Fengxiang, on the main road to the Central Plains, although the location was not as good as that of Qingyang Perfect, but it can also be used for transporting grain and grass.

Chen Kui held a hundred thousand soldiers, and Qingyang was difficult to attack, so he could choose Pingliang or Fengxiang as the next best thing. Unless Feng Ye could know Chen Kui's movements in advance, he would have to defend three cities, and he would have no way to do it all at once.

"The reason I invited the two gentlemen here today is to discuss this matter." Chen Yu said, "It is impossible for Fengye to give Qingyang to me, and we can't just waste time here. Before the beginning of spring, Qingyang, Pingliang, Fengxiang If we win one of the three cities, the grain and grass from the southeast will be able to continue from here, otherwise we will not be able to attack Taiyuan."

Yan Sikong and Shen Hexuan looked at each other, sat up straight without speaking.

The atmosphere in the room was a little awkward for a while.

Chen Kui's eyes wandered between the two of them, and finally fell on Yan Sikong: "Sir..."

"It's better to listen to Mr. Shen first." Yan Sikong said eagerly.

Shen Hexuan closed his eyes, and looked like the old god was there: "Master Yan has been with the Wolf King for a long time, and he knows the situation in the three cities very well, so I should listen to Master Yan first."

Yan Sikong is also not polite: "In the three cities of Qingyang, Pingliang and Fengxiang, Qingyang has the strongest guards, and the other two cities have less than [-] troops. Fengye wants to increase troops, but he is also powerless. I think these highnesses We all know."

Chen Yu nodded.

"Actually, there are no conspiracies or tricks to speak of. Qingyang has a quay and forgets to sit in the town, and has to seal the field and increase troops. It is by no means a city that can be taken overnight, so the only way to surprise Pingliang or Fengxiang is the distance between Huai'an and the two cities. We only need to choose one of the two." Yan Sikong glanced at Shen Hexuan, then at Chen Kui, "I think, I don't need to say anything."

"Master Yan's words are already superfluous." Shen Hexuan said, "Everyone knows that Pingliang or Fengxiang should be chosen, but which one should be chosen? In fact, it doesn't matter which one to choose. The important thing is that Qingyang is here. The distance between the two cities is also about the same, and it is much closer than Huai’an, no matter which one you fight, Qingyang will definitely rescue.” He opened his eyes and squinted at Yan Sikong, “How to block the masked general is the key to this battle .”

Yan Sikong smiled lightly: "I really shouldn't show off, let Mr. Shen talk about it."

Just as Chen Kui was about to speak, Shen Hexuan asked, "Who is that Que Wang? Why does he keep covering his face? How is his temper, how is he using his troops?"

"The origin of this person is very mysterious. It seems that he was originally a person from the rivers and lakes. Feng Ye followed him after he escaped from prison. It is said that he has been wearing a mask because of his injury and ugly face. No one has seen this person except Feng Ye. His true face." Yan Sikong frowned and said, "I have a little personal relationship with him, he is upright and upright, and he has been handed down by Feng Ye personally when he used soldiers, he has made great military exploits and is very prestigious."

"You have known him for so long, and you haven't come up with anything?" Shen Hexuan obviously didn't believe it.

"I've done it before. He seems to be suffering from amnesia, and he doesn't remember who he is, but it's just a drunken talk, so I don't know if it's true or not." Yan Sikong looked at Shen Hexuan coldly, "I only know that this person is definitely not For those who are idle, no matter which city they want to take, they must defeat him."

Chen Kui rubbed his chin: "We can only divide our troops, one to attack the city, and the other to set up an ambush to block Que Wang."

"It needs to be done so that he doesn't know which city we intend to take." Shen Hexuan cupped his hands and said, "Your Highness, from Huai'an to Pingliang, or to Fengxiang, you have to go east, and go straight out of the Jiuhuai Mountains before you need to divide the city." Dao, the lower official suggested that His Highness personally choose a city, and don't tell anyone until the troops are dispatched, so as not to leak the military plan."

Chen Kui nodded: "This statement is reasonable. If even the soldiers don't know which city to attack, even if Fengye sends 1 spies, it is impossible to spy out the military situation."

Yan Sikong narrowed his eyes slightly, this plan was apparently to guard against spies, but in fact it was him.As he expected, both Shen Hexuan and Chen Yu were wary of him, but Shen Hexuan dared to speak out, while Chen Yu wanted to pretend to trust him completely. Maybe Chen Hexuan really had some affection for him, but more Yes, it's hypocrisy.

In this way, even if he wanted to notify Yuan Nanyu in advance.

Yan Sikong said: "Master Shen is right, the so-called surprise attack is to catch people by surprise."

"Sir, how are the armaments, food and grass, soldiers and horses, and generals of the three cities?"

Yan Sikong wasn't sure how much Chen Kui knew about the three cities, Chen Kui was probably testing him, so he told the truth.

Chen Kui thought for a moment: "I have a plan in mind. During this period of time, we have been preparing for battle. Although it is cold and it is not suitable for attacking the city, if it is delayed until the beginning of spring, I am afraid that Fengye..." He pursed his lips , "I'm afraid that Fengye will march into the capital, and it will be too late to stop him then."

"Feng Ye probably really has this plan." Yan Sikong laughed at himself, "Unfortunately, he keeps everything from me, and I'm not sure what he's thinking."

"I plan to send troops in the near future, how do you two gentlemen agree?"

Yan Sikong and Shen Hexuan looked at each other again, both of them nodded.

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When Yan Sikong returned to his room, he met an acquaintance—Qi Manbi.

"Ma'am." Yan Sikong cupped his hands.

Qi Manbi bowed: "My concubine has met Mr. Yan."

"Ma'am, you're very polite. I haven't seen you for a year, and Ma'am is still in good spirits."

"Really." Qi Manbi caressed her cheeks with her slender hands, and sighed, "The three-point color made with makeup can only deceive outsiders."

"Madam, what's on your mind?"

Qi Manbi made a "please" gesture, and the two of them distanced themselves from the servants and walked side by side. Qi Manbi smiled wryly, "Since the prince married his wife, my life has become more and more difficult."

"The king of Chu is busy with military affairs and has a lot of time to manage. He didn't intend to neglect his wife." Yan Sikong heard that Qi Manbi was complaining about the princess, but he naturally couldn't respond.

Qi Manbi shook her head, that sad look really made me feel pity: "The prince treats me well, but the princess is a noble daughter of everyone, and she doesn't like my background as an actor, and she always speaks sarcasticly to me, I really..."

"Madam entered the mansion earlier than Wangfei. You should support each other and take care of the family affairs for the King of Chu, so that he can rest assured. Maybe Wangfei is young and still young. Sooner or later, she will understand Madam."

Qi Manbi squatted down, looked up at Yan Sikong, her eyes were as bright as autumn water: "Actually, I know why the princess doesn't like me and despises me for being vulgar, but it's just an excuse. After all, it's not because of..." She said again Fu Shan's own cheek, "This face."

Yan Sikong felt a little impatient.This Qi Manbi tried to win over him several times, could it be that he felt that the two of them looked somewhat similar, so Chen Kui should be allowed to enjoy the blessings of the Qi people in order to please Chen Kui?Now that she is suppressed by the princess, she can't conceive an heir, and her natal family has no backing, and she has attracted his attention again. She is really a stupid woman who pretends to be smart.

"It's true that the prince loves me, but I also have self-knowledge." Qiman Birou smiled softly, "The prince has neither me nor the princess in his heart, only the husband. Speaking of which, I have to thank you, sir. will love me very much.”

"Madam, please be careful." Yan Sikong's attitude was respectful but his tone was cold.

A trace of fear flashed across Qi Manbi's face, but he still didn't give up: "Sir, have you ever thought that you and I have similar looks, and we are accompanied by the king of Chu. What a fate it is. When I was young, I had an older brother. I got separated during the turmoil, and I often think, if... Mr. Ruo is my elder brother."

Yan Sikong said: "Thanks to Mrs. Meng for not despising it, how dare my subordinates dare to talk about it."

Qi Manbi was a little embarrassed, but her life was almost unimpeded in front of men relying on her coquettishness, and she could not help but do the same with Yan Sikong. She coughed lightly, and took a few steps closer to Yan Sikong: "The prince will be the emperor in the future, you and I Everyone needs to be taken care of, and to be honest, when I saw my husband, I was very kind, as if I saw a relative. From home, outside the house, and even...in and out of the harem, the concubine wanted to interact with him Take care of it."

"This subordinate is flattered." Yan Sikong bowed again, "Actually, this subordinate also feels the same about Madam."

Qi Manbi covered her lips and smiled: "My lord is young and handsome, I am very happy, sir, can you share the same feeling with me?"

Yan Sikong narrowed his eyes: "This subordinate is helping the prince with all his heart, and the other one is..."

"The prince treats you sincerely, don't you understand me?" Qi Manbi whispered, "The prince and the princess respect each other like guests, and they really dote on me. If I can give birth to an heir as soon as possible, I will have the help of my husband." , I don’t have to suffer those grievances anymore.”

Yan Sikong smiled lightly: "Ma'am is right, Madam serves the prince well."

"Sir, why don't you..." Qi Manbi hesitated to speak.

Yan Sikong pretended not to see what Qi Manbi wanted to say, he endured the annoyance in his heart, cupped his hands and said: "This subordinate still has important matters to discuss with the lord, so I will take my leave for the time being."

"Oh, sir, go get busy."

Yan Sikong saluted, turned around and left.

Qi Manbi looked at Yan Sikong's back, and slowly revealed an enchanting smile.