Outside the Yan Army camp, Zhou Tong was wearing a green shirt and a farmer's outfit, wandering anxiously outside the camp. Beside him, a young man about 20 years old was his son Zhou Xiong. Zhou Xiong had been in the army since he was a child and often

He followed Han Guang and acted as a general. But now, because Han Guang was unwilling to surrender to Liaodong, he went to war with the Yan army. The war was defeated again and again. The Yan army came to the city and surrounded Jixian. Zhou, who had always been the prime minister under Han Guang,

Tong knew that the Liaodong Army's situation was over.

Zhou Tong had nothing to worry about if he lived and died with Han Guang, but his son Zhou Xiong was only twenty years old. Although he was considered a well-known general in the Liaodong Army, he had not yet married, nor had he contributed to the Zhou family.

If there is any trace of blood left, if the Zhou family is wiped out in this battle, how will Zhou Tong face his ancestors?

Therefore, Zhou Tong also secretly discussed the matter with Zhou Xiong many times, but Zhou Xiong refused to abandon his father and left Liaodong and Han Guang. For the sake of his son and his wife, Zhou Tong had to make a bold decision, which was to betray Han Guang.

, took refuge in Zang Tu.

Moreover, it is the general trend for Zang Tu to replace Han Guang, but there is one thing Zang Tu cannot ignore, and that is how to make Xiang Yu accept him to replace Han Guang, completely unify the entire Yan land, and establish the Yan State. After all, one family is the only one and has a lot of influence on the world's situation.

A serious test.

And while Zhou Tong was wandering around the world, thinking about this, his son Zhou Xiong on the side gently pushed Zhou Tong, pointed forward, and said softly: "Father, Zang Yan is here."

Zhou Tong looked into the camp and saw dozens of cavalrymen galloping towards Zang Yan, who was wearing silver armor. Soon, Zang Yan and his party arrived outside the camp. Before Zhou Tong could step forward to salute, Zang Yan had already

He dismounted and cupped his hands and said, "Uncle Zhou, my father heard that you were coming and asked me to come to greet you. Please come with me into the camp."

Zhou Tong hurriedly returned the salute and gave instructions to his son Zhou Xiong, asking him to guard the family carriage. Together, they headed towards the camp.

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After passing through several large camps and detouring a long way, everyone arrived at the Chinese army's tent. At this time, outside the gate of the Chinese army camp, a team of more than 2,000 people lined up waiting. When Zang Yan, Zhou Tong and his party quickly

When they arrived in front of the camp gate, suddenly, the sound of rumbling war drums and horns sounded in the camp. Immediately, two thousand soldiers of the Yan army who were waiting in formation shouted: "A soldier will die for a confidant. Welcome Master Zhou..."

"A scholar dies for a confidant..."

Zang Yan smiled and explained: "This is our unique way of welcoming distinguished guests."

Zhou Tong looked around at the Yan army's lineup. Everyone was mighty and their eyes were bright. Zhou Tong couldn't help but nodded: "Such an army cannot be compared to the Liaodong Army."

After a burst of laughter, Zhou Tong and Zang Yan continued to walk towards the Chinese army camp. At this time, Zhou Xiong also hurried over, followed closely. Everyone quickly arrived at the Chinese army tent, and saw Zang Tu under the banner of the banner.

Just as he looked at himself with a smile, Zhou Tong hurriedly walked a few steps, came to Zang Tu, cupped his hands and said, "Meet the King of Yan."

Zhou Tong made a move to kneel down on one knee, but was stopped by Zang Tu. Zang Tu patted Zhou Tong's shoulders with both hands and laughed and said: "I have been waiting for you for a long time. Come on, follow me."

Zang Yan and Zhou Xiong also walked into the tent together. It was very dark inside the tent. A guard walked around the tent and rolled up the curtains. The sunlight shone in and the room suddenly became much brighter. At this time, everyone took their seats separately.

, several guards brought tea, and placed a cup in front of each person. At this time, Zang Tu laughed and said: "Father and son of the Zhou family, both civil and military, my country, Yan, is blessed, hahaha."

"Thank you, King Yan." Zhou Tong smiled back and cupped his hands. At this time, Zang Tu's smile disappeared, and his expression was solemn, as if he was trying to find out about Zhou Tong. He completely lost the trust he had just now, and just said bitterly: "Han

Guang Bifu, seize my capital city. This hatred is irreconcilable. I have given him enough face. If he is willing to give up within five days, I will let him return eastward. But if he does not know how to praise me, hum..."

Zang Tu did not say anything. Zhou Tong knew that when the two countries went to war, Zang Tu did not fully trust him, so he handed over his hands and said: "Han Guang, who thinks he is the founder of Yan, is arrogant. This person is nothing to be afraid of.

Xiang Yu, King Yan should make plans as soon as possible."

"What does my crusade against Han Guang have to do with Xiang Yu?" Zang Tu was confused. He didn't know why Zhou Tong suddenly changed the topic to Xiang Yu.

But Zhou Tong was not in a hurry to answer. He thought for a long time before replying: "It only takes more than a month to attack Jixian and kill Han Guang. But once the King of Yan annexes the entire Yan Kingdom, his strength will increase dramatically.

At that time, it will directly threaten Chu's control over the world. At that time, how can Xiang Yu tolerate King Yan?"

"This..." Zang Tu came to his senses and couldn't help but feel a little anxious. Zhou Tong raised his hand and continued: "Besides, given the situation in the world, Xiang Yu was originally afraid of Liu Bang and worried that Liu Bang would make a comeback. But once King Yan raised his flag first,

Fighting fiercely from all sides, Xiang Yu's attention will be attracted to the north by King Yan, which will in turn provide an opportunity for Liu Bang to attack Guanzhong. When the Chu army presses the border, can King Yan resist it?"

"I...I'm afraid I won't be able to defeat Chu." Zang Tu sighed softly.

"Since the King of Yan knew that he was defeated by the Chu State, why not immediately suspend the letter and send an eloquent person to Pengcheng to report the cause and effect to Xiang Yu and inform him that our army was attacking Han Guang and besieging Jixian County.

In fact, it is to regain the capital. If Xiang Yu does not issue a letter to stop the King of Yan, the King of Yan can lead his army all the way eastward and regain Liaodong. If Xiang Yu becomes angry and asks the King of Yan to stop, the King of Yan can station troops in Jixian and wait for the opportunity. How about that?"

"Sir Zhou really has a clever plan, I will give up the book right now."

Zhou Tong smiled and nodded, and then said: "Han Guang will definitely not surrender to King Yan. King Yan can order people to attack the city on all sides and leave the west gate for him to escape. The west is surrounded by mountains. As long as Han Guang escapes, he can be captured alive."

, the land of Yan is safe."

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Haiyan County, Kuaiji County, which is also known as Haiyan County in later generations, is a medium-sized county in the south of Shanghai. It is backed by the East China Sea and is also an important place for salt cooking in the Eastern Chu Kingdom.

More than fifty miles north of Haiyan County, there is a very grand seaport. Xiangzhuang has only begun to prepare for the construction of the seaport in recent months. Its main purpose is to trade with Qi State and the Liaodong line to the north, and Xiangzhuang is also

Silently planning to build larger ships that can cross the ocean, open up islands, open up more roads, and use their own strength to build a larger Chu Kingdom.

Of course, escaping from the territory and going to sea is a matter of course. At this time, Yi Di, Xiang Zhuang and others were patrolling the harbor. Historically, Yi Di Mi Xin was not a big threat. He had lost control of Chu State. Therefore,

Xiang Zhuang did not guard Mi Xin too much. Xiang Zhuang also let Mi Xin see many things. This was the capital of Dong Chu's self-defense.

The shipyard is run by an old shipwright. He is already in his forties this year, which was considered an advanced age in ancient times. Moreover, he possesses the most advanced shipbuilding technology in Jiangdong and can build many large ships. In the beginning, the river port of Yugan County was built by

He built it all by himself.

At this time, the river port has basically formed a large scale, and wood is being transported from various places in preparation for building the first large ship. On the empty wooden board, Xiang Zhuang and other people walked slowly. From here, looking down, they can see the busy people in the distance. The corvees shouted slogans, pulled ropes, and transported wood and stone.

"Isn't it too deviant to build this shipyard here?" Mi Xin finally couldn't help her curiosity. He looked at Xiang Zhuang and continued to ask: "Xiang Aiqing, I question why Jiangcheng River Port is not used to be renovated. , we need to dredge a sea route northward from there, and besides, setting sail from there is much closer than the seaport of Haiyan."

"Haha, Your Majesty, you may have overlooked one point. In the future, the war in the Central Plains will be inevitable, and various countries will rebel one after another. At this time, the chaos in Hebei has proved that the people's hearts are not enough. If your Majesty wants us, the Xiang family, to take your place, Defending the country of Chu and this seaport will be the basis for our victory." Xiang Zhuang did not shy away from it. Mi Xin was slightly surprised. He had not received the information and did not know that Zang Tu had already launched an attack on the Liaodong Army in Hebei. , at this time he looked at Xiang Zhuang blankly, and said in surprise: "Why did Xiang Aiqing say this?"

Xiang Zhuang turned around to look at Hua Yu and ordered: "Report what you know to His Majesty."

Hua Yu sang the promise, stepped forward, raised his hands and said: "Your Majesty, according to the information obtained from his humble position, Han Guang moved to Liaodong due to dissatisfaction and stationed troops to defend Jixian County to resist Zang Tu, who had been named King of Yan. Zang Tu's homeland was usurped. In a fit of rage, he sent his army northward, making great progress along the way. Currently, intelligence sent from the north shows that Zang Tu has captured Zhuoxian and is marching towards Jixian."

After saying that, Hua Yu stepped back, and Mi Xin looked at Hua Yu in disbelief. The world had just been at peace, and the violent Qin was finally overthrown. Are the countries about to enter a melee so soon?

Although Mi Xin knew that a melee between countries was inevitable, he still could not accept this reality. He looked into the distance in shock, at the hardworking laborers. Although Mi Xin's eyes did not leave there, his heart had already flown. Go beyond Jiuxiaoyun to experience the war in Hebei. The chaos in the Yan Kingdom will inevitably trigger competition among other countries. The competition will become more and more intense and will inevitably affect the Chu Kingdom. It seems that Xiangzhuang took precautions and handed over Eastern Chu to him, which may be a good idea. of.

But another doubt arose spontaneously. Mi Xin looked at Xiang Zhuang and said in surprise: "Hebei to Jiangdong is more than ten thousand miles away. How do you exchange news?"

"It's Fei Nu who is delivering the news." Xiang Zhuang laughed.

"Fei Nu?" Mi Xin was even more confused. Xiang Zhuang glanced at Hua Yu. Hua Yu took the carrier pigeon from a soldier and handed it to Xiang Zhuang. Xiang Zhuang held the carrier pigeon in his right hand and said with a smile: "A long time ago, Some people use carrier pigeons to deliver messages, but few people take it seriously. But I, from a Mohist disciple, got the skill of taming flying slaves, which is widely used in the military and brings intelligence agencies to Hebei. Therefore, Hebei I can get it after a certain period of time."

At this moment, Mi Xin felt as if she had just woken up from a dream. After nodding slightly, Mi Xin said again: "But even with this seaport, starting from here and marching northward, I'm afraid it won't take a few days to arrive. I think, This harbor is ultimately useless."

"The real purpose of this seaport is not to face the north. I will use it to deal with East Vietnam. I am very worried that once the situation in the world changes, East Vietnam will be ready to take action. They are the biggest threat to Dong Chu." Xiang Zhuang. Sighing softly, he looked southward with deep eyes. Maybe one day, when the war in the world has not completely erupted, he must send his troops south to solve the problem of East Vietnam. This is the way to achieve stability in Jiangdong.

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