Chapter 25: The King of Chu Zhuang (Part 2)

When Madou was eavesdropping on Wu Ju’s dialogue with King Zhuang of Chu, he had already heard some of the identity of King Zhuang of Chu, "The king is the stunning King Zhuang of Chu. If you don’t fly for three years, you will soar into the sky."

Ma Doudou's words reached the heart of King Zhuang of Chu, "I want to reward you, you understand my heart very much."

King Zhuang of Chu was very happy. He asked his entourage to bring delicious and delicious banquets to Madou and Zhiguoguo.

"Don't be afraid, you brother and sister are lonely guests of honor. From today on, you can walk in the lonely Chu Palace at will." King Zhuang of Chu looked at Madoudou and Zhiguoguo in doting.

After the follower went down, Ma Doudou became familiar with King Zhuang of Chu.

"Master, can you ask you a question? The king appears to be stupid and unruly for three years ascended the throne, but in fact the king is waiting for the opportunity to prepare for the opportunity?"

Madoudou's words made King Zhuang of Chu happily pick up the wine glass and toast Madoudou. "The child is so lonely!"

Madou Dou blushed, "My king, my name is Madou Dou, and my sister's name is Zhiguoguo."

King Zhuang of Chu nodded with a smile, "You are my lucky stars. Those who understand me know my heart."

Then King Zhuang of Chu opened his conversation and told his story to Ma Doudou and Zhiguoguo.

"Many years ago, our Chu State was defeated by Jin State and always wanted to make a comeback. When I ascended the throne, I was only about twenty years old. My age was a little young and naive among the kings.

When I ascended the throne, the situation in Chu State was complicated and complicated, and it was common for ministers to kill the king.

Like the king of the king, King Mu of Chu, was able to be the king of Chu because the king of the king killed Gu's grandfather and stole the throne.

Gu is at risk of being usurped by the throne at any time, so Gu chooses to endure after ascending the throne.

During the three years of ascension, he pretended to be immersed in the sensuality and sex, giving people the image of a mediocre king who could not extricate himself.

But he secretly took advantage of this opportunity to observe secretly and figure out the situation and interests of the ministers in the court.

The one who gave Gu just now was Wu Ju. In fact, Gu understood what he said, and Gu also replied to him."

Zhiguoguo took over the words of King Zhuang of Chu, "King, is it going to soar into the sky, right?"

King Zhuang of Chu nodded, "You brother and sister will live in Gu's hall for the time being. Gu is going to make a big splash."

After saying that, King Zhuang of Chu left the hall.

Not long after, news came from the front that King Zhuang of Chu personally led his troops to attack Jin State.

In 598 BC, King Zhuang of Chu led his army to fight against the Jin army in Bi (now Zhengzhou, Henan) and defeated the Jin army. The countries in the Central Plains turned against Jin and went to Chu, and King Zhuang of Chu began to become the overlord of the Central Plains.

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【Sesame brother and sister have something to say】

King Zhuang of Chu, Xiong Lu, also known as King Jingzhuang of Jing, was unearthed Chu bamboo slips from the Warring States Period, named Zang (zāng), surnamed Mi, Xiong, famous Lu (Yizuolu, Lu), son of King Mu of Chu, and the king of Chu State during the Spring and Autumn Period. He reigned from the first year of King Zhuang of Chu (613 BC) to the 23rd year of King Zhuang of Chu (591 BC), and was one of the five hegemons in the Spring and Autumn Period.

In the 12th year of King Mu of Chu (613 BC), King Mu died, King Zhuang Xiong Lu ascended the throne. When King Zhuang ascended the throne, he was less than 20 years old. There were many conflicts in the country, and the rebellion between Prince Xie and Gong Ziyi broke out. Under the complex situation, he adopted the countermeasures of observing movements and using feelings to argue with traitors, showing that he was addicted to the political situation and not concerned about political affairs. Three years later, he had a basic understanding of the political situation of Chu State and various figures. He valued Wu Ju, Su Cong and other loyal and straight ministers, and defeated the invading Yong State, so that the power of Chu State expanded to the northwest, and appointed Sun Shuao as the imperial court, attaching importance to social production, developing the economy, and enriching national strength.

After the Chu State defeated the Jin army in Beilin, Zheng State began to obey the Chu State. In order to become the overlord, Chu and Jin fought a long war, and the two sides won and lost each other. Chu State won a great victory in the battle of the Bì in the 17th year of King Zhuang of Chu (597 BC). The power of Chu State greatly boosted its reputation and became stronger. Jin State's prestige declined among small and medium-sized countries and lost its ability to dominate them. Soon, King Zhuang of Chu destroyed Xiao State and attacked Song State for three consecutive years, forcing Song State to seek peace from Chu. King Zhuang of Chu State drank the Yellow River, won the Central Plains, and realized his wish to dominate.
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