After Yang Hu left Xinglin, Fan Li, Sun Wu and others were very puzzled by Li Ran's move, but Li Ran didn't say much about it and asked Fan Li to quickly invite Confucius over.
After Confucius came over, he called Sun Wu again, and they sat together to discuss how to relieve the Lu State.
For this reason, Confucius specially brought Zi Lu and Duanmu Ci with him, while Gong Eryue stood behind Li Ran.
When Confucius saw that Gong Eryue was serving tea and water to everyone naturally, as if she also understood many rules, Confucius was very pleased.
Afterwards, Li Ran told Yang Hu and what he said one by one, and finally said:
"Previously, Yang Hu invaded Qi under the guise of the king, but he just wandered around the border of Qi and then returned. It was true that he had no intention of conquering. However, now that Qi is sending troops to retaliate, although it is reasonable, it is
As a courtesy exchange, we should not occupy so many cities in the state of Lu. Even if we are still unwilling to give up, I am afraid that we have a plan for doing this!"
"Now it seems that Tian Qi and Fan Yang must be together. What they are plotting is Yang Hu and Lu State!"
When everyone heard what Li Ran said, they couldn't help but nodded frequently.
Just listen to Sun Wu saying first:
"The last time the Qi State sent an army of 50,000 men, they were persuaded to retreat by Mr. Yang Hu. Now, Yang Hu was instigated by him to invade Qi again. This undoubtedly angered the Marquis of Qi. When the Marquis of Qi was young, he intended to regain control of the Central Plains.
I mean! But this time, with the right time, right place, right people, and Tian Qi standing in the way, I’m afraid we won’t choose to withdraw our troops easily!”
"As for the reinforcements from the Jin State, it is obvious that we can no longer count on them. And as the gentleman said, the Jin State seems to have no intention of breaking up with the Qi State. Although I don't know what Fan Yang's intention is, but it is an instigation.
If Deyang Hu acts like this, the reason behind it must not be simple!"
Hearing what Sun Wu said, Li Ran couldn't help but nodded.
He had suspected from a long time ago that this might be a plot set up by a secret agent. What's more, Shu Niu was by Fan Yang's side now. With Shu Niu's temperament and scheming, he would never do anything unreasonable.
"However, now is not the time to delve into the root cause of this matter."
I heard Confucius answer the question and said:
"No matter what, the first priority is to let Qi withdraw its troops first! As for what kind of mystery is hidden behind this matter, we will tell you later!"
Zilu also interrupted at this time and said:
"Last time, sir, I went to the front line in person and retreated 50,000 troops with just a few words. I wonder... is it possible this time?"
Li Ran rubbed his index finger with his thumb. This was a habit he had developed over the years. He would always do this when he was thinking hard.
"Now...it is almost impossible to say that we should withdraw from the Qi army. Even if I go there in person, it will probably be of no avail."
"In fact, Guo Xia may even accuse me, Li Ran, of betrayal, and on this basis, there is nothing wrong with detaining me!"
"Moreover, this time Qi State sent 100,000 troops, and they were led by Guo and Gao, so any further lobbying may not work!"
Confucius narrowed his eyes:
"Then... if Yang Hu is allowed to go there in person and bear the burden of sin, maybe we can give it a try?"
Unexpectedly, Li Ran shook his head again.
"Let alone whether Yang Hu is willing or not, even if he really has the courage, I'm afraid it will be difficult! After all, what they are plotting now is Yang Hu!"
"The reason why Yang Hu became their target is probably because Yang Hu has controlled the affairs of the Lu State over the years and has always been interested in helping Kuang Fugong!"
"What's more, Yang Hu's treatment of Fan Yang was already considered humble and courteous, even submissive, but he still couldn't tolerate him. So, obviously this is not just Yang Hu's fault!"
When Zilu heard this, he didn't take it seriously. He took pictures of several cases and said angrily:
"Hmph! It's all that Yang Hu who caused trouble for the Lu country! That guy is so ignorant and stupid that he brought the Lu country into such a dangerous situation! It's better to just kidnap him and let the Qi country take him into custody.
good!"
When Confucius heard this, he immediately winked at Zilu and scolded:
"Zhong You! Don't be reckless!"
When Zilu heard this, he realized that he had gone too far, so he immediately lowered his head and stopped talking.
Unexpectedly, Li Ran smiled and said:
"Haha, Zhong Yuzhen is a straight man! But even if Yang Hu is detained by the Qi State, the Lu State still cannot escape!"
In fact, Li Ran has thought about it very clearly these days. In fact, in the final analysis, the reason why Fan Yang has always been worried about Yang Hu is not only due to Yang Hu himself, but also a large part of the reason may be because of Yang Hu.
He is so excited!
In fact, perhaps the real target of Fan Yang and Tian Qi is also Li Ran.
Duanmu Ci also looked a little anxious at this time and couldn't help but ask:
"This won't work, that won't work either, so what should we do... Do we really have to compete with Qi's 100,000-strong army to win or lose?"
Confucius glanced at Duanmu Ci:
"Don't be impatient, I'm sure your husband has something to worry about!"
As a result, everyone focused their attention on Li Ran again, even Gong Eryue.
Although she didn't understand the ins and outs of it, she couldn't help but admire Li Ran since she went to the front line last time.
"Right now... the only one I can count on... is probably Zhao Zhifu!"
"Zhao Yang?"
Confucius was a little confused about this.
Just listen to Li Ran speak slowly at this time:
"Although Zhifu is also one of the Six Ministers of Jin, he is very different from Fan Yang. Moreover, the Zhao family and the Fan family are also at odds now. Although we still don't know what Fan Yang wants,
But Zhao Yang will definitely not listen to Fan Yang’s advice!”
"Let Zhao Yang come and garrison the State of Lu. As soon as Zhao Yang comes, Guo Xia and Gao Zhang will have to face up to the State of Lu! After weighing the power and disadvantages, most of them will choose to retreat. Even if they don't retreat,
Even if the Lu army and the Jin army led by Zhao are encircled together, they can still fight!"
This chapter is not over yet, please click on the next page to continue reading! At this time, Fan Li, who had been silent until now, opened his mouth and said:
"However, Fan Yang seems to have taken precautions against this. Now that Zhao Yang is leading the Chinese army and is sent by Fan Yang to conquer Weiguo, Zhao Yang cannot escape at all!"
Li Ran thought for a while and then said calmly:
"The reason why Fan Yang wants to attack Wei Guo may be because he wants to transfer Zhao Yang away! Therefore, as long as Zhao Yang can make an alliance with Wei Guo, then Jin will have no reason to attack Wei Guo. By then,
, Zhao Yang can naturally lead the Chinese army to withdraw and form a confrontation with Qi!"
"Moreover, what Fan Yang is claiming to the outside world now is that their purpose this time is to help the Lu State resist the Qi State. Therefore, even Fan Yang will have nothing to say by then!"
When Duanmuci heard this, he couldn't help but put his hands on his hands and said with a smile:
"That's right, sir, you are really amazing! Although you sit in a small space, you have a very clear view of the world!"
Sun Wu knew that Li Ran had made up his mind and said:
"In this case, Wu is willing to go to Zhao Yang's place! Wu and Zhao Zhongjun have had a relationship before, so you can go and talk about it."
In fact, Sun Wu and Zhao Yang did have a relationship. In the past, when the Zhou royal family was in civil strife, Zhao Yang led his army to confront the Zhou division led by Sun Wu. At that time, the two of them could be said to be heroes.
However, Li Ran shook his head:
"This matter is of great importance, so I'd better handle it in person!"
Sun Wu frowned:
"Right now, Zhao Yang is at war with Wei Guo. It's better for you not to take risks! Besides, if Fan Yang knows your whereabouts, I'm afraid he will also interfere with it!"
Li Ran instinctively glanced at Gong Eryue again.
There is indeed some truth to what Sun Wu said. Just like Gong Eryue, wasn't it because of this that she was seriously injured?
However, after all, this matter was of great importance, and if he did not go there in person, he might not be able to explain the interests involved.
Just when Li Ran was still struggling, Duanmu Ci cupped his hands and said:
"Sir, my disciple is willing to go!"
Although Duanmu is young, he is very resourceful. The last time he went to Zheng State, he rescued the Ji clan, which is enough to prove this.
Li Ran thought about it and realized that Zigong had a strange face. Fan Yang wouldn't be too suspicious when he saw him. He was indeed more suitable than him or Sun Wu.
As for Confucius, although he knew his disciple's ability, he was still afraid that he was too young, so he couldn't help but be a little worried:
"Gi, the risk of going to Jin camp is not small. Have you thought about it carefully?"
Duanmu Ci said with a smile:
"Haha, no matter how big it is, it can't be bigger than the trip to Zheng Guo!"
Li Ran reminded again:
"It's easy to talk to Zhao Zhifu. However, you must meet Fan Yang face to face when you go there. He is an old fox, so you must be more careful in your actions!"
Duanmuci grinned and said:
"In these years of traveling around the world, I have encountered quite a few old foxes. Fan Yang just has an extra level of identity than them, so it won't be a problem!"
Li Ran looked at Duanmu Ci, a newborn calf in front of him who was not afraid of tigers, and couldn't help but think of his past years.
Once upon a time, how could he, Li Ran, not be like a newborn calf like him?
It seems that this trip is definitely for him.
"Then Fan Yang is not one of those ordinary people who only do business. You must not be careless when giving a gift! If you are not careful, you will lose everything!"
Confucius was still a little worried and gave him these instructions.