In the back hall of Kong's mansion, Kong Yu was sitting in the room. The maid served him a cup of hot tea and left quietly. Kong Yu was in a bad mood. Chen Sheng didn't take his advice and actually asked him to leave first.

, I don’t know what they talked about with Cai Ci, but I can imagine that Chen Sheng must have decided to reject Xiang Bo.

However, I have tried my best. God's will is such that there is nothing I can do.

But what troubles Kong Kun more is the future of Zhang Chu State. Although Chen Sheng relied on his wisdom and courage to be the first to rise up and establish the powerful Zhang Chu State, Chen Sheng was short-sighted and had no ambition to compete for hegemony. He would always just settle for enjoyment and not

Wanting to make progress, Kong Kun was very worried about the future of Zhang Chuguo.

If he was given a choice, he would not let his children stay in Chen County, in this place of right and wrong. Therefore, that night, he talked with Xiang Sheng and proposed to send his daughter to Jiangdong. Although Jiangdong was not peaceful,

Kong Kun believed that the Xiang family would rise and Jiangdong would escape the war and become prosperous.

However, all this is just Kong Kun's expectation. No one knows what the future will be like.

Just when Kong Yu was deep in thought, hurried footsteps sounded outside the door. Soon, his son Kong Ji and his daughter Kong Xiuyun walked in one after another. At this time, Kong Ji had already raised his hand and asked: "Father, are you looking for me?"

Kong Kun nodded, pointed to the soft mat beside him, and said in a deep voice: "You two, sit down."

The two of them took their seats. Kong Kun looked at them and sighed: "I asked you to come today because I have something very important to say."

Both of them were a little confused, not knowing what Kong Kun would say next, but Kong Kun had already taken a cup of tea and said, "In the past few days, people from the Xiang family have come to Jiangdong. I have always considered it.

, I am going to let Jier go to Jiangdong to propose marriage on my behalf."

"Propose marriage?" Both of them were shocked. At this time, Kong Xiuyun recalled the sad past and choked up: "Xiangzhuang is no longer there, so whether to propose marriage or not is meaningless."

Seeing his daughter's despair, Kong Kun couldn't help but laugh loudly: "This is the good news I want to tell you. I learned from the Xiang family that Xiang Zhuang was not dead. The documents issued by the court at that time were false, and...

The Xiang family has risen up in Jiangdong, and all parties are responding, so their power cannot be underestimated."

"Really?" Kong Xiuyun was slightly excited. Kong Yu had already taken out the jade pendant from his sleeve and handed it to Kong Xiuyun. He stretched out his hand to pat her shoulder lovingly. At this time, Kong Yu's eyes fell on Kong Ji and sighed:

"The situation in Chen County is unstable, and Zhang Chuguo's future is very worrying. Therefore, I am going to let you propose marriage and settle down in Jiangdong with your sister. There is no need to return to Chen County."

"This..." Kong Ji hesitated slightly, thought for a moment, and said urgently: "Father, if you want your sister to settle in Jiangdong, I will definitely send her there, but my father wants to live alone in Chen County, on the cusp of the storm.

How can my son survive alone?"

Having said this, Kong Kun stood up and knelt in front of Kong Kun, and said: "After I send my sister away, I will definitely rush back to Chen County to be with my father."

His son was so filial. Kong Kun nodded with satisfaction and said with a smile: "In the near future, I will definitely find a way to escape. You don't have to worry about me. You only need to take good care of your sister, get a job in Jiangdong, and live a good life."

"Father!" Kong Ji wanted to say more, but Kong Kun waved his hand and scolded: "Stop talking, this matter is settled!"

Seeing that their father had made up his mind, the two of them had no choice but to salute Kong Kun, "May father take care of himself."

Kong Yu nodded with satisfaction and looked at the two of them lovingly. Soon, Kong Yu walked out of the house with a big smile.

...

In the palace of the King of Chu, Chen Sheng was sitting high, and below were Xiang Bo and others. Today, Chen Sheng suddenly summoned everyone to the court. I wonder if he has already decided, and I wonder if he will allow the Xiang family to cross the river and go north?

It was extremely quiet in the main hall. Soon, Chen Sheng coughed dryly and said with a smile: "I have been thinking about the Xiang family's request these days, but the land of Jiangdong is adjacent to Fujian and Guangdong, and Lujiang County, Zhang County and other places need stability, so

, I feel that if the Xiang family can stabilize the east of the Yangtze River, it will be much better than crossing the river to the north, so I have decided that there is no need for the Xiang family to go north to support it for the time being. "

Speaking of this, Chen Sheng paused deliberately and looked at Xiang Bo. Seeing his slightly surprised expression, which Chen Sheng expected, he continued: "If the war situation becomes tense in the future, I will send people to Jiangdong for help.

I hope that the Xiang family can grow bigger in Jiangdong and stabilize our land in Southern Chu."

Xiang Bo knew that Chen Sheng was afraid that the Xiang family would go northward and usurp the throne, so he declined him. Since Chen Sheng didn't want the Xiang family to go northward, he had nothing to do. Unless the Xiang family openly resisted Zhang Chu's regime, he could only give up going northward for the time being. Thinking of this,

Xiang Bo cupped his hands and replied: "Since the king has decided, we won't force it and leave here!"

Xiang Bo and others left. Chen Sheng watched them walk out of the hall and breathed out. At this time, the chamberlain on the side came over and whispered: "Your Majesty, Zhou Wen is back."

Chen Sheng nodded, and the chamberlain stepped forward and shouted loudly: "Announce Zhou Wen's entry into the palace!"

Soon, Zhou Wen, dressed in leather armor, walked into the hall, knelt down on one knee, and said loudly: "The last general, Zhou Wen, has met the king."

"General Zhou, there is no need to be polite." Chen Sheng raised his hand, Zhou Wen thanked him and stood up, and once again offered his hand to Chen Sheng. At this time, Chen Sheng smiled and said: "I heard that General Zhou has been a general in his family for generations and is proficient in many kinds of war. Is this true?

"

Zhou Wen nodded: "The final general is willing to shed blood on the battlefield for the king."

Chen Sheng nodded and said with a smile: "I intend to attack Hangu Pass by surprise and march into the pass. I wonder if General Zhou Wen is sure that he can capture Hangu Pass and annihilate the Qin army in one fell swoop?"

Zhou Wen's eyes lit up. Chen Sheng actually wanted to enter Guanzhong. This was a major event that he had been looking forward to day and night. If he could really enter Guanzhong, Qin would definitely be defeated. Thinking of this, Zhou Wen cupped his hands and smiled and said: "Your Majesty, I won the victory not long ago."

One piece of news, there are less than 10,000 troops guarding Hangu Pass. If we can attack Hangu Pass by surprise at this time, we have a great chance of winning."

"Less than ten thousand people?" Chen Sheng was surprised. At this time, Cai Ci walked up to the main hall, cupped his hands next to Zhou Wen and said, "Your Majesty, this is a God-given opportunity. No need to hesitate anymore, give the order."

Chen Sheng stood up and paced up and down the jade steps. Soon, he laughed heartily, looked at Zhou Wen, and ordered: "I have decided to make you the General of Anxi, lead an army of 100,000, and march towards Hanguguan."

Zhou Wen was overjoyed. He didn't expect that Chen Sheng would actually give him a hundred thousand troops. He quickly knelt down on one knee, cupped his fists and saluted: "I will definitely live up to your Majesty's expectations. If I don't enter Xianyang, I swear I will never return to the army!"

"Okay!" Chen Sheng clapped his hands and praised, and continued: "I allow you to recruit troops along the way and march westward. You don't have to report everything to me. You can make your own decisions. I am in Chen County, waiting for the good news of your victory."

Zhou Wen clasped his fists again: "Thank you so much, sir."

Chen Sheng nodded with satisfaction, then looked at Song Liu and ordered: "You can lead 30,000 troops to seize Nanyang, occupy Wan County, and march to Wuguan. Echoing Zhou Wenyao, there must be no mistake."

Song Liu walked out quickly, cupped his hands and said, "General, I will obey."

After arranging everything, Chen Sheng looked a little tired. These days, Chen Sheng has been worried about Jiangdong's affairs and has not slept peacefully for a long time. At this time, sleepiness came over. Chen Sheng stood up and ordered: "Retreat from the court!"

Everyone immediately saluted: "Best farewell to your Majesty!"

...

At the east gate of Chen County, three carriages were parked on the roadside. At this time, near the carriages, Kong Yu was holding the horse and saying goodbye to Xiang Bo and others. In the team of Xiang Bo and others, Kong Ji was wearing a leather armor.

With a bronze sword on his waist, he was dressed like an officer, and beside him was his sister Kong Xiuyun, who was silently watching her father with tears in her eyes.

Kong Kun bowed his hands to everyone one by one to say goodbye, and then said to Xiang Bo: "I have tried my best to move the Xiang family northward, but Cai Ci has repeatedly obstructed him. The situation in the world and the situation in Jiangdong came to remind Chen Sheng that I have done my best.

I can’t help you anymore.”

Xiang Bo smiled and cupped his hands: "Mr. Kong has tried his best. Chen Sheng is jealous of the Xiang family. He must be worried that the Xiang family will help establish a prominent family in Chu. This is human nature and there is no problem."

Kong Kun nodded. In fact, Chen Sheng rejected the Xiang family because of this incident. At this time, Xiang Bo had already thought about it, and Kong Kun did not want to mention it again. He said goodbye to Xiang Bo again, turned around and walked to his son Kong Ji.

In front of him, he patted Kong Ji's shoulder with his right hand and sighed: "It's a long way to Jiangdong. Many cities along the way are still in the hands of the Qin army. You must learn to take care of yourself and your sister."

Kong Ji nodded, his eyes were slightly red, and tears were on the verge of falling, but he finally restrained himself and did not let the tears fall. After a long time, Kong Ji said again: "The two cars of wealth prepared by my father this time are enough for us to live in Jiangdong.

, but what are father’s plans for the future?”

"Haha, I will follow Wei Jiu to Wei for the time being." Kong Yu said with a smile, but Kong Ji was slightly confused: "Chen Sheng will not let Wei Jiu go back."

"It all depends on manpower. Let's talk about this later." Kong Fu changed the topic and looked at Kong Xiuyun who was standing aside. Kong Fu sighed and said, "When you go to Jiangdong this time, you must pay a visit to Xiang Liang for me and bring the two of them together."

When it comes to family engagements, you must not neglect the etiquette!"

Kong Ji handed over his hand: "Father, don't worry, your son will definitely handle this matter."

Kong Yu nodded again. At this time, Xiang Bo and others had already climbed on their horses and were watching Kong Yu and others from a distance. Kong Yu looked up at the sky and saw that it was almost noon, so he smiled and said: "It's getting late, you guys."

It’s time to hit the road!”

At the moment of final farewell, Kong Ji could no longer hold back his tears and stretched out his arms to hug his father. After a short hug, Kong Ji got on the horse. Kong Xiuyun also got on the carriage reluctantly. At Xiang Bo's order, everyone turned around.

Horse head, walking towards the distance.

Seeing their disappearing figures, Kong Kun burst into tears and sighed.

On the way, Kong Xiuyun fell into sadness. In the past few years, she thought that Xiang Zhuang was dead, and despair and loneliness would accompany her for the rest of her life. However, she suddenly learned that Xiang Zhuang was alive. Such ups and downs made her feel very confused, but she also felt that
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