Chapter 465: Brothers are jealous of each other and resist their insults outside the wall
Chang Hong believed that this idea was feasible. Not only could it solve the current disaster for the Zhou royal family, but together with their brothers, they could also suppress Shan Qi and directly suppress Shan's idea of taking Zhou.
However, Danqi would not agree to this approach, and Xun Shu and others would also strongly oppose it.
Therefore, it is certain that these people will interfere with it.
Chang Hong knew very well that in order to avoid being obstructed by him, this matter must be carried out secretly first.
So Chang Hong took advantage of the late night to go to the capital alone. He deliberately avoided the defenders of the main camp. When he approached the city, he took off his coat and wore a white robe. He was very conspicuous and was spotted by the capital from a distance.
When the governor of the city found out, he immediately shouted:
"Stop! Who is coming?!"
Chang Hong said loudly:
"I am Changhong, Taishi of Zhou Dynasty. I have been specially ordered by the king to come to seek peace!"
When the guard heard this, he didn't believe it. He immediately drew his bow and shot an arrow. The arrow lost its stability and landed in front of Changhong's feet.
However, Changhong was not afraid and continued to walk forward.
When the guard saw this, he didn't know what to do, so he hurriedly sent someone to call Sun Wu. When Sun Wu arrived at the city tower, Chang Hong had already reached the city gate and was looking up.
Sun Wu saw that he was indeed alone, and there was no trace of other people behind him. After thinking about it, he did not dare to open the city gate rashly. After all, city defense was the top priority today. Although no one was seen, it was time for him to do so.
In the dark night, you have to be more careful.
So, Sun Wu had no choice but to let someone put down the hanging basket and hoist Changhong up.
After Chang Hong climbed up the city wall, Sun Wu couldn't help but look him up and down:
"Old sir, you came here late at night and you don't know why?"
Changhong cupped his hands and said:
"Next week, Taishi Changhong wants to meet Li Ran and Li Ziming, and I hope the general can make a report on his behalf."
Sun Wu was quite suspicious about this and asked people to keep an eye on him, so he went to Li Ran's residence to report the matter in person.
Sun Wu first entered the house and woke up Owl Wing, who was also sleeping in a daze at the moment, and seemed a little impatient.
However, when he heard Sun Wu say the name "Chang Hong", he immediately woke up:
"Nagahiro?"
Owl Wing's reaction also made Sun Wu feel a little strange.
"Oh? You know this person too?"
Owl Wing didn't have time to explain to Sun Wu. As he spoke, he immediately took his clothes and hurried out:
"I...I'm going to wake up the lord!"
Owl Wing went straight into the inner room, and not long after, Li Ran came out in a hurry. He didn't even fasten his belt, and urged Sun Wu to take him to see this person quickly.
When Li Ran saw Changhong on the city wall, he suddenly knelt down and worshiped:
"Your Majesty, I am here to pay my respects to you!"
It turned out that Changhong was Li Ran's mentor. Li Ran learned etiquette in his early years from this man. However, this relationship only became less frequent after Li Ran became the history of Luoyi Collection Hall.
But Li Ran has always respected his teacher and never dared to forget. Even in the Zhou Dynasty, he worshiped him many times every year.
Changhong stood up straight and accepted Li Ran's bow.
"Get up. When I heard that you ran away from Wang Ji, I was heartbroken when I found out. I regret that it was too late and there was nothing I could do about it. Today I see that you are safe and sound, and you are famous in the world, and I feel the same in my heart.
Glad.”….
Li Ran stood up and held Changhong's arms with both hands.
"We haven't seen each other for many years. My respected master has grown old, but my disciple has not served me for many years. This is really wrong!"
Changhong sighed:
"How can I serve as my master if I am not accepted by Wang Ji? You are not to blame for this matter. However, my master has something important to discuss with you. Can we find a remote place to have a good chat?"
Li Ran immediately returned to his residence with Chang Hong. Owl Yi had already made arrangements and was greeting him at the gate. Chang Hong couldn't help but be startled when he saw Owl Yi:
"Owl Wings? Are you still following Zi Ming?"
When Owl Wing saw that Changhong still remembered him, he couldn't help but burst into tears:
"Owl Wing has met the old gentleman... Since Owl Wing recognizes him as his master, he should follow him through life and death..."
"Loyalty is commendable, this is a blessing for your son!"
Li Ran and Changhong entered the inner room. Li Ran asked Changhong to take a seat. Changhong was not polite in front of Li Ran. After the two sat down, Changhong said:
"What Ran'er has done in these years, my teacher has actually often asked people to inquire about, and it's quite interesting. I won't mention the previous things today. Now Ran'er is determined to assist the prince, but the Zhou Dynasty has established a new king, so he said
Come on, between you and me, master and disciple, we have become enemies..."
"My master's words make this disciple ashamed. The prince's dynasty is indeed suspected of causing chaos, but the new king is probably held hostage by a single banner and has little autonomy, right? Therefore, the disciple has to do this to help the Zhou family."
After Changhong heard this, he didn't seem angry at all:
"Of course, this is the reason why the teacher risked his life to visit the capital at night. Have you ever thought about one thing? Regardless of the current predicament of the prince's court, if he really succeeds, who can be the king of Zhou then?
Or is he going to kill his younger brother and usurp the throne? Or is it like when King Ping moved eastward, and two kings will stand side by side? However, the Zhou Dynasty is already weak now. If two kings stand side by side again, it will only further disperse the power of the Zhou royal family.
Strength, I’m afraid the world will be even more chaotic by then!”
(Let me explain here: When King Ping moved eastward, the Zhou royal family was actually in a situation where two kings stood side by side. In addition to King Ping of Zhou, there was actually King Zhou Xie. At that time, it was very likely that King Zhou Xie was the recognized orthodoxy.
, and Prince Ping may be the one who ran away.)
"Perhaps we can imitate Yao and Shun and walk in abdication?..."
Chang Hong only smiled and interrupted Li Ran's words:
"Of course, even if this is a good deed, I'm afraid it will be difficult to achieve! Of course, it can be seen that the new king is controlled by the single flag, but at least he is the emperor in name. If he is given the throne, wouldn't he have to
Arouse the resentment of the people of the world? And I am afraid that the princely dynasty would find it difficult to tolerate such a hidden danger in the world. The Zen throne of Yao and Shun was a good custom in ancient times, but it has long since disappeared!"
This chapter is not finished yet, please click on the next page to continue reading the exciting content! Seeing that Changhong's attitude has softened, Li Ran couldn't help but ask:
"Then I wonder if there is any good advice from my respected master?"
"In today's battle, there were too many casualties on both sides. If this continues, it will be the Zhou family who will be damaged, and the people who will suffer will eventually be the people. Therefore, as a teacher, I might let the two of them meet once, and let them use their swords first. , let’s discuss state affairs together.”
"At that time, after King Li was immoral and was killed, Duke Zhou and Duke Zhao first established the republican system, jointly promoting Uncle Gong and acting emperor. Princess Zhou was outside, and Princess Zhao was inside. When King Xuan came of age, Zhou and Zhao jointly returned power to King Xuan! This will create a good story.”….
"Why not imitate this method now? Let the emperor and the princes jointly run the government and perform their respective duties. However, what is the principle of 'brothers are jealous of each other and guard against their insults'? If they can help each other, they can help each other." In order to support us, will there be any danger of Shan regency in the future?"
(Brothers are jealous...the insult: comes from "The Book of Songs·Xiaoya·Tangdi", which means that brothers may fight at home, but they can always help each other whenever they encounter foreign aggression.)
After hearing what Chang Hong said, Li Ran was suddenly enlightened.
"Master, this method is wonderful!"
This solution was indeed the best. Li Ran immediately took Changhong to meet Wang Zichao. After listening to Changhong's words, Wang Zichao also fell into deep thought.
At this time, Changhong went one step further and said:
"Your Highness, this move will not only bring peace to the Zhou family, but also allow Your Highness to get what you want. It will also free the royal family from the control of the Shan family and the Liu family! The Zhou family will be revitalized and will be just around the corner! If the two When kings stand side by side, no matter who wins or loses, both sides will suffer losses!"
The prince sighed.
"Even if I want to do this, my brother Wang is also willing?"
"Now that the emperor is threatened by Danqi, he is displaced and has no choice but to do so. He is also thinking about changing the current situation, so why not?"
"It's just... Shan Qi and others are afraid that they will interfere with it and make it difficult to accomplish anything!"
Changhong smiled calmly:
"Since the Emperor Bi is the co-lord of the world, if he had not insisted on peace with
No one can stop His Highness’s peace talks in front of the battlefield! I will also fight for this matter from the sidelines, just for the sake of peace in the world!”
Wang Zichao hesitated for a moment.
"In this case, Taishi Lao will mediate. I am willing to negotiate peace with the king's brother!"