To the west of Pengcheng in Ziyou Pavilion, the Chu Palace is located here. Although it is not extravagant or extravagant, it still has its own charm. There is a post every ten steps and a sentry every five steps. The defense is extremely tight.

Mi Xin's imperial study room is located to the east of the Chu Palace, and is called Donghua Palace. Three thousand elite Chu troops are stationed here to guard Chu King Mi Xin 24 hours a day. Although the Chu Kingdom has been stabilized at this time, all forces have gradually stabilized. , but Mi Xin will still be worried that the Xiang family will take the opportunity to attack herself.

It can be said that after the Battle of Dingtao, Xiang Liang was killed. Mi Xin was worried that Xiang Yu would be difficult to control, so after moving the capital, she used thunderous means to take away the military power of Xiang Yu, Xiang Zhuang and Lu Chen, and firmly held the army in her own hands. , but Mi Xin was worried that Xiang Yu would not submit, so she left Liu Bang's troops behind and asked him to garrison Dang County.

This suggestion was also made by Chen Ying. It stands to reason that Chen Ying was promoted by Xiang Liang. His heart should be towards the Xiang family, but Chen Ying is an open-minded person. He treats the situation rather than the person. Xiang Yu attacks He is a rare general who can attack well, attack and win. However, Xiang Yu kills too hard. Every time he attacks a county, he will kill more or less the people and Qin soldiers. Because of this, Chen Ying I don’t advocate letting Xiang Yu take control of the military.

It was Chen Ying's insinuation that caused the Xiang family's power in Pengcheng to be emptied today. But Mi Xin knew very well that although the troops in the Xiang family's hands were taken back, the land in Jiangdong was still in the hands of the Xiang family. She wanted to take it. It is not easy to reply. Moreover, once you go too far, violate the Xiang family's bottom line, and break your face, you, the King of Chu, may have reached your end.

In order to prevent the Xiang family from secretly attacking her in order to regain military power, Mi Xin ordered three thousand troops to be stationed outside her imperial study room to protect her safety.

At this time, Mi Xin had already read several memorials and gave instructions on some of the government affairs of Donghai County. Mi Xin felt exhausted. He stretched, got up and walked around the house.

The sun is shining brightly outside, and the birds are chirping on the branches.

Spring is supposed to be a cheerful season, but Mi Xin's heart is extremely heavy. If she was just worried about the Xiang family, Mi Xin wouldn't be so worried. But the powerful Qin and Chu are close to each other, and Zhang Han has 400,000 troops to garrison. Aocang, this means that there will be an inevitable war between Qin and Chu. However, no one can predict when the war will come.

Xiang Liang was defeated in Dingtao, and the Chu army suffered heavy casualties, and all the food and grass supplies were lost under Dingtao City. Although there is still food left in the treasury for the army to eat, once there is a big war, the food and grass will not be enough.

Mi Xin was extremely worried. He looked out the window and couldn't help but let out a long sigh. At this time, a chamberlain slowly walked into the hall, stood next to Mi Xin, cupped his hands and said, "Your Majesty, Master Chen is here."

Mi Xin was interrupted from deep thought. He turned back to look at the chamberlain and ordered: "Let him come in."

The chamberlain nodded and walked out. After a while, Chen Ying hurriedly walked into the hall, came to Mi Xin's side, and said respectfully: "Your Majesty, you are looking for me."

When Mi Xin saw Chen Ying coming, she couldn't help but sigh and said, "I came to you because I want to discuss something with you. Come, let's sit down and talk."

Mi Xin walked back to the soft mat first and sat down. At this time, Chen Ying also sat down opposite Mi Xin. After thinking briefly, Mi Xin said: "I have been very worried about the Qin army in Xingyang for the past few days, with an army of 400,000. They are a victorious army again. Spring is warm and the flowers are blooming. They will definitely consider going south. Pengcheng is located in a plain and is easy to attack and difficult to defend. Moreover, the shortage of money and food is also something we urgently need to solve right now. I want to hear your opinion."

Seeing that Mi Xin was worried about this matter, Chen Ying couldn't help laughing and said: "Your Majesty, you may not know that Zhang Han already wanted to march north half a month ago. I also sent people to inquire and found out that their goal , it’s actually the State of Zhao,”

"Zhao State," Mi Xin also looked extremely surprised. Zhang Han actually abandoned the Chu State that had just been defeated and went to conquer Zhao State in the north. What on earth was going on?

As if sensing Mi Xin's doubts, Chen Ying laughed and waved his hands and said, "Your Majesty, do you want to ask why Zhang Han went north?"

"Well, why did he give up attacking Chu and instead head north?" Mi Xin also expressed her confusion.

"That's a good question, Your Majesty," Chen Ying praised with a smile, got up and wandered around the hall for two steps. He seemed a little embarrassed to say it, until he walked to the window and looked at the beautiful scenery outside. The thick spring breeze made people feel... I couldn't help but sigh in my heart: "Another year has passed,"

Mi Xin didn't seem to hear clearly what Chen Ying was saying, and said in surprise: "Sir, what else is there to say?"

"Haha, it's nothing," Chen Ying smiled awkwardly, then walked back slowly and said word by word: "I think Zhang Han seems to be afraid of Xiang Yu,"

Mi Xin was slightly surprised, and he couldn't help but ask: "Why is this?"

"I once heard someone mention that in the battle at Dong'e, Xiang Yu killed Zhang Han so much that he abandoned his armor and even ignored the army, and fled westward in a hurry. Therefore, Xiang Liang was able to sing triumphantly and advance westward until he was close to the enemy. Puyang, and then moved to Dingtao and was defeated miserably. Although Zhang Han defeated Xiang Liang, he was still a little afraid of Xiang Yu, so they suddenly went north this time." Mi Xin was stunned by Chen Ying's words. It was not only Zhang Han who was afraid of him. , even I seem to be afraid of Xiang Yu,

When Mi Xin was distracted and didn't know what she was thinking about, Chen Ying smiled coldly and said: "Since Li Liang took refuge in Zhang Han, he gave a good Handan to Zhang Han first. Zhang Han has such a big city as a foundation. , how could he not march northward and flatten the State of Zhao in one sentence? If Zhao State is destroyed, Zhang Han will inevitably annex the State of Yan, and then go south. By then, Zhang Han will have hundreds of thousands of troops, his strength will be greatly increased, and his generals will be brave, so why worry about the State of Chu? Immortal,"

Chen Ying's words made Mi Xin break into a cold sweat. He couldn't help but said anxiously: "Then what should we do? Promote Xiang Yu?"

"No, since we have seized Xiang Yu's military power, there is no way back for us. Besides, Xiang Yu's murderous aura is too strong to be controlled. Sooner or later, he will definitely backlash. I think your Majesty might as well recognize Wei Bao's identity as King Wei, and allow him to Thousands of soldiers and horses were ordered to go north to regain Wei, contain Zhang Han, and become Chu's foreign aid. In this way, Zhang Han would not be able to attack Chu with all his strength."

As soon as Chen Ying finished speaking, Mi Xin nodded and said with a smile: "This is a very clever plan."

Mi Xin looked at the chamberlain standing at the entrance of the palace not far away and ordered: "Go and find Wei Bao for me."

The servant Chang Nuo left. At this time, Chen Ying said again: "The State of Zhao suddenly encountered the Qin army and was bound to be defeated. If it goes as expected, the envoys of the State of Zhao will arrive in the next few days."

"Your Majesty, I have expressed your opinion, should we go north for reinforcements?" Mi Xin asked.

"Your lips are dead and your teeth are cold. Your Majesty, you don't have to hesitate. You can send troops for reinforcements. Otherwise, Zhao will be destroyed. After the Qin army destroys the ocean, in the north, it's a shame to worry about the future. It's hard for Wei to accomplish anything big." Chen Ying said with a smile. At this time, Mi Xin said again: " Since it is inconvenient to use Xiang Yu, we might as well transfer Liu Bang and go north for reinforcements, how about,"

"Your Majesty, although Xiang Yu is violent and cannot be reused, his younger brother Xiang Zhuang is a rare general. Why don't you consider Xiang Zhuang?"

Chen Ying suddenly mentioned Xiang Zhuang, and Mi Xin couldn't help but think of last year, when Xiang Zhuang appealed to the Chu people for her and won over people's hearts. This person could indeed be reused, so Mi Xin secretly decided that she must talk to Xiang Zhuang someday when she has time. During the conversation, a chamberlain walked in quickly, cupped his hands next to Mi Xin and said, "Your Majesty, Wei Bao is here and is waiting outside the palace."

Mi Xin nodded and said with a smile: "Bring him in,"

The chamberlain sang his promise and turned around to go out. At this time, Chen Ying also returned to his seat and sat down. At this time, Wei Bao, led by the chamberlain, hurried into the hall. He hurriedly came to Mi Xin, cupped his hands and said: "I, Wei Bao, have met the king,"

"Wei Qing doesn't need to be polite," Mi Xin smiled and waved her hand, and Wei Bao thanked him. At this time, a chamberlain brought a soft mat and threw it across from Chen Ying. At this time, Wei Bao walked to the soft mat and sat down on it. Mi Xin said with a sigh: "I remember that when Wei Jiu was killed in battle, it was the beginning of autumn last year."

Mi Xin suddenly mentioned Wei Jiu, and Wei Bao was a little surprised. He didn't know what Mi Xin was planning, and Wei Bao didn't dare to show the surprise on his face. At this time, he coughed dryly to cover up his surprise, and just He respectfully replied: "What the king said is true. The Qin army invaded the territory just in time for the autumn harvest."

Mi Xin nodded and said, "Do you want to restore the country?"

At this point, Wei Bao was completely stunned. On the side, Chen Ying saw Wei Bao's hesitation and added: "The king wants to give you a chance to restore the country. I wonder if you have the courage."

Wei Bao should not hesitate this time. He immediately stood up, walked to Mi Xin, knelt down on one knee, cupped his hands and said: "If the king can give Wei Bao a chance to restore the country, Wei will always be the vassal state of Chu and will never break his promise." ,"

After a brief silence, Mi Xin finally made up her mind and said with a bright smile: "Okay, I will give you five thousand troops and horses, and you can choose a day to set off."

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Wei Bao and Chen Ying retreated one after another. At this time, Mi Xin was left alone in the hall. He first picked up a writing brush and wrote the words "Meet Xiang Zhuang" on a bamboo slip, and then put the writing brush back. On the pen stand, I got up and moved around. If a person sits for a long time, he will be very tired.

Mi Xin walked alone in the empty hall for a while and felt much more comfortable. However, at this moment, the chamberlain hurriedly walked in and said with cupped hands: "Your Majesty, Tian Xian, the envoy of the State of Qi, has arrived at the palace and is seeking an audience outside the palace."

When she heard that the envoy from Qi had arrived, Mi Xin nodded: "Take him to the side hall, I will be there soon."

There are many side halls in Chu State, but there is only one where he can meet with foreign envoys. At this time, Tian Xian was taken to the side hall by an internal servant and was enjoying tea leisurely. After meeting Song Yi, he learned that the Chu army was proud. After being complacent and unable to last long, Tian Xian stopped moving forward and waited for a few days in the ruined temple. Sure enough, the news of the Chu army's defeat reached Tian Xian's ears. From then on, Tian Xian had to admire Song Yi's vision. , also unconsciously developed a good impression of Song Yi,

However, in the dispute between Qin and Chu, Xiang Liang was defeated, and there were soldiers everywhere. Tian Xian's road to the south was cut off, and he had to change his route south. There were many delays on the way, and he had to take detours, so he had to rush to Pengcheng in these few days.

Recalling the hardships of the journey, Tian Xian smiled bitterly and shook his head, but at this moment, a guard shouted loudly from outside the palace: "His Royal Highness the King of Chu has arrived,"

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Chapter completed!