Chapter 332 Qingfeng is abolished, but it may not be useless
Obviously, Wang Zi Qiji was deliberately targeting Li Ran. Li Ran had to tell him what he was talking about with Qingfeng.
The King of Chu also saw what Ji Di was thinking. Although he was unhappy in his heart, he did not say anything to stop him.
Li Ran suddenly had a bad premonition and couldn't help but frown slightly.
"Sir, my brother-in-law doesn't understand etiquette. Please don't take offense. Since he wants to make it clear, please let me explain it a little more."
The King of Chu was still smart. He knew that if he deliberately protected Li Ran now, it would only arouse more suspicion among the people.
Of course, his trust and favor towards Li Ran has actually become a fact known to everyone in the Chu Kingdom. But favor is still favor, and there are many things that he cannot do for Li Ran.
And this seemingly impartial balancing technique is also the so-called emperor's technique.
Perhaps later generations have long been accustomed to this kind of imperial art. However, in the Spring and Autumn Period, or even earlier, it was a completely unfamiliar existence.
After all, a country that could centralize power like the Chu State was an anomaly at that time.
As the pioneer of monarchical autocracy, Chu State naturally formed the prototype of a unique "imperial art".
Therefore, although the King of Chu has a hundred trusts in Li Ran, at this time, it is the time for the Chu State to employ people, especially when he still needs the lives of the generals in the army. If his behavior is too biased towards Li Ran, then
In the end, it will only arouse their dissatisfaction.
This is naturally not a good thing for Chu State. Moreover, it is also not a good thing for Li Ran.
Therefore, he asked Li Ran to say what he said before, which was actually giving Li Ran a step up.
Li Ran also agreed with this, so he immediately replied:
"Although Qingfeng was granted the title of Wu State and became Zhongli's pretender, Zhongli was located in an important position in Jin, connecting the Central Plains and Wu State, so Wu State could secretly receive support from all parties in the Central Plains."
"As an important canal and an important road for transportation between the north and the south, Zhongli's national power has greatly increased. Therefore, with only the power of one country, Zhongli was able to withstand the flourishing army of Chu for half a year."
After saying this, Li Ran paused slightly and then said:
"I believe you all should know that the Wu State is the Chu State's most serious concern right now. Now that the rebellious minister Qing Feng has been imprisoned, what can he do to the Chu State?"
"Now the Chu State's troubles are Wu and Jin. Jin and Wu are now allies. So once Wu is in trouble, who can guarantee that Jin will not take the opportunity to attack the hinterland of Jingchu? Then Chu will be attacked from both sides.
Who can stop it?"
"Therefore, the affairs of the State of Wu can only be taken quickly and cannot be fought for a long time. If you cannot win the war for a long time, you will be trapped! However, now that the new king of the State of Wu has ascended the throne, although it is a good thing for the State of Chu, it is also because of its
The old grievances have not been resolved, so the state of Wu is still a mourning army. The power of the mourning army must not be taken lightly due to the taboos of military strategists. Therefore, once the Chu State uses troops against Wu, the state of Wu will definitely rise up to resist."
"Qingfeng is a man who has lived in Zhongli for a long time. He is very familiar with the hydrology, open currents, and undercurrents of Wu and Yue's fleet. This person can now be used by Chu State. If Chu State wants to give Wu State a severe blow on the frontal battlefield,
This person will be of great use!"
"Do you still remember the Battle of Jianghuai before the Battle of Chaoyi? Although King Zhufan of Wu lost Shu Jiu at that time, he was still able to defeat our division relying on the transportation of boats and the advantages of hydrology! The Chu army faced such a dilemma.
, but there was nothing we could do. When the Chu army advanced, the Wu army retreated, and when the Chu army retreated, the Wu army advanced again. Tens of thousands of Chu soldiers were trapped in the Jianghuai River and had no way to protect themselves. It can be said that they were extremely passive!"
"So, Qingfeng can play a great role in the Chu State now. Killing Qingfeng now would be tantamount to destroying the Chu State's future. It can be described as extremely stupid!"
After Li Ran finished speaking, all the ministers of Chu State fell silent for a moment.
It is impossible for people like them not to know about the fierce battle between Jianghuai and Huaihe River before the Battle of Chaoyi, and it can be said that they are still fresh in their memories.
Although the Wu army was newly defeated, they still fought guerrillas with the Chu army in the Jianghuai area. They relied on the extremely convenient boat transportation and caused great trouble to the Chu army.
If Sun Wu hadn't used the characteristics of Wu Wang Zhufan to devise a plan and win a great victory in the battle of Chaoyi, it would be extremely difficult for the Chu army to successfully defend Qunshu.
Therefore, if the Chu State wanted to attack the Wu State, it would have to face the Wu army's guerrilla attack that might start with the Chu army at any time.
This is no easy task for the Chu army. And over time, it will inevitably affect the three armies, making it even more difficult to ensure that the Jin Kingdom does not take advantage of the situation from behind.
So at this time, the role of Qingfeng became prominent.
Based on his understanding of the geographical location, and with the help of Qing Feng, the Chu army might be able to surprise and succeed in attacking Wu.
When Li Ran said this, even Wu Ju couldn't help but nod in agreement.
"Your Majesty, I think what Mr. Ziming said is true."
"Although Qing Feng deserves to die, the enemy is at hand and it's time to hire people. This matter may be postponed for another time!"
Wu Ju was the general of the Chinese army who led the Chu army to conquer Qunshu in the east. He had a very good understanding of the battle situation at that time. He knew that what Li Ran said was indeed true, so he immediately gave his advice.
But before King Chu could respond, Prince Qiji sneered:
"Hmph! Qiji thinks Mr. Ziming's words are a bit alarmist, right?"
"Not to mention that our Chu State only sent tens of thousands of soldiers to conquer Qunshu at that time. Even when the Wu army was at its peak, it was only like this. What can it do to the defeated country today?"
"What's more, now that Zhu Fang City has been destroyed, the Wu State has completely cut off contact with the Central Plains. Once our Chu army invades the border, how can the Wu State only rely on tens of thousands of barbarians to stop our army? How ridiculous is this statement?! The Wu State
Without the support of the Central Plains countries behind it, it is nothing more than fish and meat on the chopping board, just waiting for me, the Chu State, to sharpen our sword!"
"Sir, for Bao Qingfeng, you can say anything and everything. Are you really just thinking about our country, Chu?"
Prince Qiji changed the subject and once again planted a seed of doubt in everyone's hearts.
But Li Ran was not a vegetarian. He smiled lightly and said calmly:
"Haha, the State of Wu has been supported by all the countries in the Central Plains over the years, and it is no longer what it used to be. If the fourth prince thinks that the State of Chu can still easily take over the State of Wu, then he should think that what Li Ran said just now is untrue."
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"As for what the fourth prince said, I want to protect Qingfeng's life. Haha, what use does the fourth prince think this person is to me? Why do I have to protect him?"
At this time, King Chu's eyes swept over Prince Qiji's face, and there was a faint dissatisfaction between his eyebrows.
Then he looked at Li Ran and said very humbly:
"Sir, do you think Qingfeng is really useful?"
Li Ran nodded and said:
"What Qingfeng knows about Wu Yue's affairs will only benefit the king and cause no harm at all."
Now, the most critical thing is the upcoming war between Chu and Wu. As long as Qingfeng is still useful in this matter, Li Ran thinks that the King of Chu will not insist on cutting off Qingfeng's head again.
Sure enough, when King Chu heard the sound, his face showed a thoughtful look, and he did not make a sound for a long time.
The generals in the tent and Prince Qiji also wisely chose to shut up at this time.
Of course they knew exactly what King Chu was thinking about at this moment.
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