Chapter 401,402 The King of Chu rebelled against his relatives
I Won’t Be the King in the Spring and Autumn Period Chapter 401, 402 The King of Chu who rebelled against his relatives
Ran Dan stopped the chariot, jumped off and hurriedly ran over to check on King Chu. When he noticed that he was still breathing, he ordered two attendants to quickly carry him to the carriage again.
Fortunately, the scene was in chaos and they were all uniformly dressed, so no one noticed them.
After the King of Chu was carried into the chariot, the charioteer galloped all the way on his horse, hurriedly escaping from this very chaotic battlefield.
Ran Dan poured some water from the skin bag and moistened King Chu's lips. King Chu slowly came to his senses, but when he thought of his sons, he couldn't help but burst into tears.
When Ran Dan saw this, he couldn't help but sigh secretly.
"Please express your condolences, Your Majesty..."
When the attendants on the side saw this, they also knew that King Chu would be finished sooner or later, so they spoke unabashedly:
"There are many kings who kill other people's sons, and those who are fathers, aren't they equally sad?"
If the king of Chu was so beaten by his servants, he would have killed him on normal days. But at this moment, when he was sad, what power did he have to do so?
"Uuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu...Does anyone love his own son more than me?" How much does a man love his son?
The waiter was obviously unhappy. In the past, he did not dare to say the words to the King of Chu face to face, but now he said them all:
"I'm afraid there are people who love their children more than the king, and they are everywhere. An old cow can even lick its calf, let alone a human being?"
Ran Dan glanced at the attendant. The attendant knew that he had made a mistake and turned his head away. The King of Chu beat his chest and said:
"You also have a son, right?"
"Replying to the king, the dog has been killed in the battlefield for many years. The villain is now old and childless, and I am afraid he will die wild in the countryside in the future!" The villain is old and childless, and he is crowded in the ravine.
After King Xiong of Chu heard this, he couldn't help but look up to the sky and sigh:
"Hey... I have killed so many other people's sons, how can I not end up in this situation now?" I have killed so many sons, how can I go beyond that?
Afterwards, the King of Chu stopped crying. Along the way, he just stared up at the sky in a daze.
After a long time passed, King Chu finally closed his eyes and said secretly:
"Just go away..."
The two attendants looked at each other and immediately asked the driver to stop the car. Seeing this situation, the driver and the two attendants took off their clothes and left in a hurry.
The carriage was parked on the side of the road. Ran Dan was stunned for a moment and said:
"Your Majesty, why not go to the capital now, stand outside the city gate, and let the people choose their monarch! Let's see how they react!"
King Chu smiled bitterly and said:
"Do you still need to watch this? Once I appear, I will definitely be killed by them! Even if the people of the country don't kill me, how can I let my brothers go?"
Ran Dan thought about it in his mind for a moment:
"Then... maybe we can go to various fiefdoms and ask the county officials to send troops to serve the king!"
"Hey, I'm afraid those county officials have already rebelled. Even Ziming... he has already gone to Zheng State. Even Zhongli is like this. Even if they have the intention to do so, how can they resist Qiji's attack on several other feudal lands?
The country’s elite?”
Indeed, he had killed all the elites of Chu State himself, and most of the rest fell into the hands of Prince Qiji.
"Then... why not go to another country and obey the arrangements of those princes for the king?"
Ran Dan was still thinking about King Chu.
"That's not okay. Back then, I offended almost all the kings of the countries. Now, if I have to live under someone else's roof, wouldn't I be like fish on a eucalyptus board and be slaughtered by others? Zige, my good luck has gone.
Far away, there will no longer be the scenery of the past!”
Seeing the situation of the King of Chu, Ran Dan felt endlessly frustrated. As a high-ranking official who fled from the state of Zheng to Chu, he came to be with the most prosperous prince who was still Yin at that time.
Since then, he has been following this person for twenty years.
However, Ran Dan has always been courageous and loyal to the King of Chu. But now, as a scholar-bureaucrat who has no power to restrain a chicken but only a belly full of gems and unparalleled wisdom, when faced with such a situation, he also
Nothing can be done.
What's more, the will of Chu King Xiong Wei has been completely defeated, and there is no way to recover, so he has the intention to retreat.
In fact, this is no wonder Ran Dan. Not to mention him, even Li Ziming would be helpless in this situation.
King Chu struggled to stand up and jumped off the carriage. Ran Danze was still following him. After walking like this for a while, King Chu suddenly turned around again:
"Zige, I have no choice now, and you have accompanied me here, which is considered to be the most benevolent and righteous. You can leave now, stay useful, and go to my brother Qiji... I hope he can continue
Win the ambition of others and shine upon me..."
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Ran Dan was quite reluctant to give up. What he was reluctant to give up was not the lost King of Chu in front of him, but the high-spirited King of Chu back then. He couldn't help but knelt down:
"Your Majesty..."
The king of Chu said in a confused voice:
"Staying here alone will not help the situation. It is nothing more than giving up a life in vain... Let's go! Let me alone on this last stretch of the road!..."
When Ran Dan heard this, he couldn't help but kneel to the ground, with his forehead touching the ground.
"Nuo! Chen Dan... I will obey the king's order!"
The King of Chu did not look back. He staggered forward very quietly. In fact, he had no destination. He was just walking in the barren mountains and ridges, like a walking corpse.
The king of Chu walked down the Han River for three days and three nights. When he was thirsty, he drank some river water. When he was hungry, he had no choice. He had neither hunting experience nor fishing skills, even for wild vegetables.
I couldn't even recognize it, so I could only eat some randomly, but it was so bitter and astringent that I couldn't swallow it at all.
The King of Chu really couldn't bear his hunger, so he walked towards the place where there were people. Suddenly he saw a man who looked like a farmer walking towards him. The King of Chu stopped and waited until the man approached and said:
"I wonder...is there anything to eat?..."
The man immediately walked up to King Chu, took a closer look, and frowned:
"Ah! It turns out to be the king!"
When the King of Chu saw that this man knew him, he didn't know whether he was good or bad:
"You...who are you?"
"I was originally a Juan of the palace."
Juanren is the person who cleans the palace. He certainly knows the King of Chu, but it is normal for the King of Chu not to recognize him.
"I have not eaten for three days and three nights. Please give me some food!"
Unexpectedly, this Juan person shook his head decisively and said:
"The new king has given an order that anyone who gives you food or drink will be punished by beheading. I am of low status, so I don't dare to give you food!"
When King Chu heard this, he couldn't help but feel angry and hungry. He grabbed Juan Ren's shoulders, but his whole body was weak, his feet went weak, and he fell down immediately, but he happened to be pressed on Juan Ren's calf.
Juan Renchou couldn't help but cry out in pain, and struggled to pull out his calf:
"You're such a heinous guy, it's really God's will that allows you to be where you are today!"
Juanren glanced at King Chu lying on the ground again, only to curse and walk away.
In this way, King Chu spent another night in a coma in this near-death state. It was not until morning dew appeared on his lips that King Chu licked it unconsciously, and then he woke up.
King Chu weakly opened his eyes, but he really didn't have the strength to get up again. He couldn't help but thought to himself:
"Looking back on my life, I was so heroic and heroic back then, but now I have fallen into such despair. Is it possible that I really want to starve to death here like Duke Huan of Qi? However, Duke Huan of Qi starved to death in the palace anyway.
, and he is already eighty-three years old, but where is the widow?"
"I am not only outside this wilderness, but also in my prime..."
Duke Huan of Qi was the hero of the generation that the King of Chu used to compare his life to his own.
But I didn't expect that their endings would be so similar at this moment.
Just when King Chu was in despair, a figure that looked like Hu Hu appeared in front of him again.
The King of Chu was so hungry that he was dizzy and couldn't see the man's face clearly for a while.
"Is everything over? Maybe this person is here to take my life?"
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Chapter 402 The King of Chu dies
"Your Majesty! I am Shen Hai, the son of Yin Shen Wuyu from Zhongli County!"
After hearing these words, King Chu suddenly became more energetic and stared in confusion, but he did not recognize the young man in front of him.
"Are you... Shen Wuyu's son?"
"Yes, the villain Shen Hai comes to meet the king!"
King Chu's lips trembled and he became excited, but he could not speak.
"My father has contradicted the king several times, but the king ignored the past grudges and promoted him. This great kindness will be unforgettable by everyone in the Shen family. I got the order from my father and came here to look for the king. Fortunately, God took pity on the Shen family and let him
The villain has finally found the king!"
After saying this, Shen Hai picked up King Chu on his back and carried him all the way to his home.
Shen Hai served the King of Chu with food and drink, but the King of Chu didn't care about his image and just gobbled it up, feasting on it.
When Shen Hai saw King Chu in such a state, he couldn't help but let out a long sigh.
After King Chu had eaten and drank enough, he glanced at Shen Hai.
"Why have I never seen you before?"
"The villain is dull and ignorant of the king's affairs. Therefore, my father has never let Hai come out to do things. Hai is not as smart and talented as his younger brother Bao Xu, so it is normal that the king does not know me!"
When the King of Chu heard this, he couldn't help but sigh:
"Wuyu...it turns out he was already prepared!"
In fact, this is indeed the escape path left by Shen Wuyu, but he did not leave a retreat for the King of Chu, but for the Shen family. With such a mediocre son, he did not want to get involved in the affairs of the government and the public.
, it sounds like it is indeed another kind of blessing.
Parents love their children and have far-reaching plans!
The King of Chu looked at the filth on his body and expressed that he wanted to take a bath and then sleep comfortably. After Shen Hai prepared the hot water, the King of Chu ordered:
"I'm tired. Please don't disturb me. Please let me have a good rest!"
"Well, please, Your Majesty!"
Shen Hai said respectfully.
After Shen Hai exited the house and closed the door, King Chu looked at the surrounding environment and thought of his Zhang Huatai. While recalling his life, he undressed and took a bath. After washing,
After getting ready, he looked at the clothes prepared by Shen Hai, but did not put them on, but continued to wear the royal robe that was already full of dirt.
After King Chu was fully dressed again, he raised his head and looked at the beams above his head...
By the next day, Shen Hai felt that King Chu's room was too quiet, and was worried that something might happen to him again, so he knocked on the door softly:
"Your Majesty...it's time to have a meal..."
Shen Hai called several times but did not get any response. He secretly felt that something was wrong, so he used force and the door was pushed open. However, he suddenly found that the King of Chu had been hanged on the hanging beam.
The King of Chu, Xiong Wei, was born into a royal family and was well-dressed and well-fed. Later, he killed his nephew and came to the throne. He fought in the north and south. Although he failed to achieve hegemony, he could be regarded as bringing the final glory to the Chu State.
However, this generation of heroes, under such betrayal and separation from their relatives, hanged themselves in despair.
When Shen Hai saw this, he knelt on the ground and burst into tears. Then he found a coffin and buried it secretly...
Historically, Shen Hai actually had his two daughters buried with him: Shen Hai was buried with his two daughters.
A generation of heroes has come to an end.
As a poem from later generations put it:
Zhang Huatai was tired of the country and conquered the princes with arrogance.
The people of Chu had already left, but they still didn't realize it. The ministers who were close to him chanted and prayed.
…
On the other hand, Guan Cong did not rush to find Prince Qiji after that. Instead, he went to see Xiong Bi while Prince Qiji was leaving the capital.
Xiong Bi knew Guan Cong's identity, so he was quite wary of him.
After Guan Cong performed the courtesy of a monarch and a minister, Xiong Bi waved his hand and said:
"Queen Guan, please rise. Why are you here today? By the way... why didn't you accompany Da Sima?"
This chapter is not over, please click on the next page to continue reading! "Your Majesty, although I was used by the fourth prince before, but as the saying goes, 'the king, the king, the minister', everything should be based on the king! Therefore, should I follow you?
Great Sima, you should obey the orders of your Majesty!"
When Xiong Bi heard this, he smiled unnaturally.
"The Great Sima's meritorious service has marked the history of history, and I have many places to rely on. Brother Ji's meaning, even if you are a mediocre person, cannot be ignored."
Just listen to Guan Cong pretending to sigh:
"Your Majesty, this is exactly what Guan Cong is worried about! The fourth prince has great achievements and is in charge of the court. Is your Majesty willing to let this situation continue to exist?"
Xiong Bi looked at the spectators in surprise, and immediately retreated. After everyone had retreated, he spoke:
"Sir...why do you say this?"
"Your Majesty, although your Majesty has obtained the throne now, he is actually in great danger. If the fourth prince is still here, disaster will befall your Majesty sooner or later!"
Hearing this, Xiong Bi stood up suddenly.
"That's nonsense! I and Qiji are brothers who are respectful and humble. Why is Shuzi sowing discord here?!"
After Guan Cong heard these angry words, he still smiled calmly and said:
"Is the king really willing to be just a puppet? The fourth prince... can depose or even kill the king at any time!"
Xiong Bi's brain raced and he thought for a long time. In fact, although he was timid, he was not stupid. How could he not know the current situation? Now, his brother Wang Ziqiji can be said to have monopoly of power, and he is actually a
Just a puppet.
At present, the situation is still uncertain. The life and death of King Xiong Wei of Chu are unknown, and the court order is in chaos.
And he had left Chu State more than ten years ago and went to Jin State. Therefore, he had been confused all these years. He thought that his life would be like this, but who knew that Prince Qiji suddenly wanted to take him back and bring him back?
"Invite" him to inherit the throne.
Although Prince Bi was timid, he had no resistance to such a big deal and the title of "King of Chu". So no matter how incompetent or timid he was, he still came back after all.
.
And when he faced the powerful Prince Qiji, how could he not understand in his heart? Now for him to resist Prince Qiji, this is nothing more than a dream.
And now the reason why Guan Cong suddenly said this is that, in his opinion, the lack of guarantee is still a test by Wang Zi Qiji!
Therefore, King Xiong Bijue of Chu said:
"How can I have the heart to do such a thing after receiving such great favor from Brother Ji? Look, there is no need to say such things! I absolutely cannot do this!"
Guancongjushoudao:
"If your Majesty cannot bear it, others will definitely not be merciful when the time comes!"
Hearing this, King Xiong Bi of Chu scolded again:
"I and Qiji are brothers and sisters, Zhuo Ai is in pain! If you continue to stir up trouble here, I will not spare you!"
Guan Cong smiled bitterly, then bowed and left.
…
Prince Qiji had already arrived at Qianxi and used it as a base to build Qianxi Terrace, which had not yet been completed, according to the appearance of Zhanghua Terrace.
Guan Cong returned to Qianxi and met Prince Qiji.
Guan Cong was also aware of the fact that Prince Qiji's eyes were all over the capital of Ying. Therefore, before he could ask any questions, he immediately realized the truth to himself:
"I have met His Highness. Guan Cong went to Yingdu before, hoping to encourage the new monarch to take countermeasures against His Highness. In fact, it was just to test him! If he really has the intention to rebel, if he does something, he can be called 'unjust'
Kill him!"
Prince Qiji raised his eyebrows.
"Oh? Then why didn't you tell me beforehand?"
"Guan Cong was running back and forth, and he didn't know where the four princes were at that time, so he made his own opinion. I am guilty, please punish me!"
When Prince Qiji heard this, his face suddenly changed, and he burst out laughing again:
"Hahaha, sir, don't worry! How can Qiji not know your thoughts? Sir, running back and forth, in the final analysis, is it for Qiji? Please sir, Xiong Wei should be dead now, but he can't be sure because he can't find his body.
!”
Guan Cong stood up and said with a smile:
"Fourth prince, it doesn't matter whether Xiong Wei is dead or alive. Guan Cong thinks that it is better to take advantage of this opportunity and threaten in the capital of Ying that King Chu Xiong Wei is still alive and will kill him back soon, and use this to
Put pressure on Xiong Bi, make them frightened, and then wait for an opportunity to poison them to death, or force them to hang themselves, so that the world will think that the two of them committed suicide out of fear of crime! At that time, the fourth prince can logically succeed him
Wouldn’t it be wonderful to have great unification?”
"As for Xiong Wei's body, when the fourth prince inherits the throne, he will randomly find another body with a similar appearance, dress up in royal robes, announce to the outside world that he has found the body of King Chu, and bury him properly!"