When Confucius heard what Li Ran said, he didn't hesitate. He immediately summoned his left and right Sima, and ordered them to immediately lead their troops to surround Chengyi.
The commanders on the left and right didn't hesitate, and immediately took the order and left.
Then, Li Ran glanced at Meng Sunheji again, smiled slightly, and said:
"Dr. Meng Sun, everyone can actually understand your mood. However, the current situation is pressing. If you are not careful, you may put yourself in danger. Your Majesty, you must be aware of your interests in this."
"Today's reply from Gong Lianyang is very clear. Therefore, please don't invite Dr. Meng Sun... You will lose great justice for small gains!"
What Li Ran said was quite straightforward, but Meng Sunheji couldn't say anything more in front of Sanhuan and Confucius, so he had to respond:
"Although Gong Lianyang has been with my Meng family for many years and has made great contributions to the Lu State, now he has disobeyed the emperor and brought trouble to me. How dare I, Meng Sun, dare to show favoritism? I ask you all to follow the established protocol.
Just do it!"
Afterwards, Meng Sunhe Ji put on a look of being exhausted both mentally and physically.
After all, if you want to say it again, this Chengyi is indeed not as good as Feiyi and Liyi.
Firstly, there was indeed no sign of rebellion against the Meng family before the city was established. Secondly, Gong Lianyang, as the head of the Meng family at that time, had always been the closest retainer to the Meng family.
Therefore, falling into Chengyi is indeed like digging flesh into Meng's heart.
However, because Ji Sunsi and Shusun Zhouqiu had already demolished the city wall of the main city, if Chengyi did not demolish it, they would have trouble sleeping and eating.
However, due to the current situation, as Gong Liyang's attitude gradually became clearer, this undoubtedly strengthened the legitimacy of the fall into Chengyi.
After Sanhuan had left the camp, Confucius was pacing back and forth and asked rather uneasily:
"I dare to ask my benefactor, why did he besiege Chengyi but not attack..."
Li Ran said calmly:
"It seems that Gong Lianyang was forced to rebel by us, but in fact, Gong Lianyang is definitely not the kind of person who rashly turns against him without any preparation!"
"Don't you think it's strange for Zhongni? Why did he immediately openly defy the king's orders when we arrived at the city?"
Confucius thought for a moment, but he was still puzzled and could only helplessly shake his head.
But seeing Li Ran, he smiled slightly and continued:
"Haha, isn't this obvious enough? He came here to show us that he is fully prepared. Secondly, he is a drunkard who doesn't care about drinking!"
"Therefore, Chengyi cannot be conquered in a short period of time. At this time, we must not act rashly!"
When Confucius heard this, he couldn't help but become more worried:
"Could it be that...his remarks were deliberately made for the Qi State to hear? He made the Qi State think that the Lu State was preparing to attack Chengyi, and he wanted the Qi State to intervene quickly?!"
"If this is the case...what should we do?"
Li Ran smiled slightly and replied calmly:
"Then it depends on how determined Tian Qi is. If he just wants to fish in troubled waters and get some benefits for himself, that would be easy to deal with. But if he wants to take advantage of this Chengyi chaos and make a desperate move
, if we try to advance our country of Lu, then... it will be difficult!"
Confucius asked:
"Could it be that the Qi State will take advantage of this opportunity to do harm to our Lu State?"
Li Ran stared at the sand table in front of him:
"Tian Qi now has the favor of the Marquis of Qi. In the Qi State, he can be said to be the leader of one person and more than ten thousand people. Moreover, the Tian family has been trying to win over the people! Therefore, Tian Qi now relies on the emperor's destiny.
The people's will. If he really wants to use Chengyi's affairs to control Lu's affairs, it is not impossible."
"It's just that although Tian Qi has these two benefits, at the same time, this is also its two harms. Now, the Marquis of Qi is not completely confused, and he heard that the newly established prince is at odds with Tian Qi, and this prince
He is deeply loved by the Marquis of Qi. Therefore, it is still unclear how the Marquis of Qi will decide."
"Secondly, the reason why Tian Qi wants to invite people to buy people's hearts is entirely to deal with future worries. Therefore, if he wastes his time here, it will be a loss that outweighs the gain for him."
"So, if he wants to use Chengyi's incident to invade the state of Lu, it will actually not be easy. However, no matter what, we must make complete preparations, so as to be prepared and avoid danger."
After hearing this, Confucius' original uneasy mood calmed down a little:
"What my benefactor said is true...but...if Qi really wants to invade Lu, how should we respond?"
Li Ran still looked extremely calm:
"Haha, this is not difficult. I actually sent a letter to Zhao Yang before setting off from Qufu. As long as Zhao Yang is allowed to send troops to Xingqiu, Qi will not be able to sit idly by."
When Confucius heard this, he couldn't help but nodded:
"If Jin can control Qi, Qi will definitely be afraid. But..."
Obviously, Confucius was still a little worried:
"It's just that although Zhao Yang has a close relationship with his benefactor, will he definitely do this?"
Li Ran said quite firmly at this time:
"Haha, has Zhongni forgotten that Yang Hu is still with Zhao Yang? The affairs of the Lu State are now related to the Zhao family of the Jin State. Even if Zhao Yang does not understand such simple truths,
Could it be that he still can’t see through Yang Hu?”
"So, Zhongni can rest assured that as long as Yang Hu can explain the pros and cons clearly, Zhao Yang will definitely do it even if it is for his own sake."
After hearing this, Confucius couldn't help but said "Yes", and then he bowed his hands and bowed.
Confucius would not question Li Ran's ability at all.
He knew that since Li Ran came in person, he must be 80% sure. Therefore, after hearing Li Ran's strategizing, he felt a little relieved.
…
However, as for Qi State, Qi Hou Chujiu had already learned about the mobilization of troops in Lu State, and Gong Lianyang had sent an envoy here with the intention of seeking refuge.
Now seeing that Chengyi was besieged, Qi Hou Chujiu said in public:
"The past few years in the State of Lu have been really lively! First there were Yang Hu, Hou Feng, Gong Shan Buxuan and others who were in chaos, but our State of Qi kept missing good opportunities. It really shouldn't be!
"
When Tian Qi heard this, he couldn't help but smile.
"Your Majesty, the opportunity has come now. Gong Liyang has occupied the city and rebelled against Lu. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity that your Majesty must not miss!"
Qi Hou Chujiu's eyes were shining brightly.
"Tian Qing, in your opinion, what should we do?"
Tian Qi smiled slightly.
"Your Majesty, you should send troops to support Chengyi now, or you can take advantage of the chaos and join forces with Chengyi's Gong Lianyang to join forces inside and outside to defeat his three armies! Wouldn't it be nice to ask him to cede territory and negotiate peace at that time?!"
When Chujiu, the Marquis of Qi, heard these words, he couldn't help but smile.
"Oh? Tian Qing's intention...can we...make profit from it this time?"
Tian Qi replied:
"Chengyi rebels against Lu. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. Your Majesty must not hesitate."
After Qi Hou Chujiu heard this, he was about to give an order, but when he raised his hand, he felt a little uneasy:
"It's just... if it doesn't work, wouldn't it be ridiculed by everyone in the world? After all... I'm afraid Confucius and Li Ran can't be dealt with so easily, right?"
Tian Qi heard what the Marquis of Qi said, but he didn't take it seriously:
"Your Majesty, there is no need to worry. No matter how powerful Kong Qiu and Li Ran are, they are just bones in the grave! The Lu country is now riddled with holes. No matter how powerful they are, they can't make a difference!"
At this time, Qi Hou Chujiu glanced at his son Prince Tu again, and asked:
"Tu'er, what do you think of this matter?"
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Chapter 712_The Crown Prince of Qi
Prince Tu said loudly without hesitation:
"Father, I think this is absolutely impossible!"
As soon as these words came out, Tian Qi's expression suddenly changed!
But Qi Hou Chujiu replied with appreciation:
"Oh? Why did Tu'er say this?"
I only heard Prince Tu coming out of the queue and saying:
"Although the state of Lu is currently experiencing internal strife, most of its efforts are to rectify the chaos. Its political affairs are even more prosperous. Now under the rule of Kong Zhongni, the state of Lu can be said to be united from top to bottom. This is a sign of great governance. Therefore, the child thinks
, now we can only get close to him, but we must not try to get him easily."
"And this is one of them."
When Qi Hou Chujiu heard this, he couldn't help but asked with a smile:
"Oh? What about the second one?"
Prince Tu then said:
"It is said that the Jin State has been dispatching troops there and stationing troops in Xingqiu a few days ago. Although I don't know the reason, I feel that I have to be on guard. After all, the Jin State is our biggest enemy. If we invade the Lu State
, it is difficult to guarantee that it will not be connected with the Jin State. When the time comes, forcing the Lu State to get close to the Jin State will actually cause our Qi State to suffer losses!"
"My father is now the uncle of Jindong, so why do you need to take desperate risks, ignore powerful enemies, and instead build new grudges with your neighbors?"
"So, please, Mr. Jun, think twice!"
When Tian Qi heard this, he was extremely unhappy, but he couldn't vent it out on the spot, so he could only say angrily:
"Although the state of Jin and our state of Qi are at odds, they have not been at war for a long time. Even when Yang Hu came to Jin, the state of Jin did not dare to come against our state of Qi rashly. Now that the state of Jin has long been in decline, why bother so much?
?”
Prince Tu shook his head again and said:
"If I send troops to the State of Lu, who can guarantee that the State of Jin will not take action? The State of Lu has finally come closer to our State of Qi, but we have to force the State of Lu again. This is undoubtedly a painful loss for our relatives.
Haters be quick!"
"Father, I think this is absolutely impossible!"
Tian Qi stroked his beard and said:
"Your Majesty, even if you don't attack Lu, you should at least send some more troops to Chengyi, right? If you don't even rescue Gong Lianyang, then who will dare to come to Qi in the future?"
Qihou Chujiu pondered for a moment and said:
"Well... what you say is reasonable. It is necessary to send troops to Chengyi. But plotting against Lu is a bit excessive. What's more, I and the Marquis of Lu just met in Jiagu not long ago to make an alliance. I
How can you go back on your word?"
When Tian Qi saw this situation, he knew that he could not say anything anymore, so he could only follow the trend and follow the way:
"Your Majesty, Your Majesty, please ask your Majesty to mobilize an army of 80,000 to go to Chengyi..."
Upon hearing this, Prince Tu directly interrupted Tian Qi's words:
"Eighty thousand?! No! No way!"
Tian Qi glanced at Prince Tu, took a deep breath, and tried to make his tone as calm as possible:
"Then... according to the prince's wishes, how many people are suitable?"
Prince Tu thought about it in his mind:
"Thirty thousand is enough. If you can keep the city intact, it is a full achievement! This way you can also retain the troops to guard against the Jin Kingdom!"
Tian Qi pursed his lips, but was helpless:
"Well...the prince is wise!"
Seeing that the two of them had reached an agreement, Qihou Chujiu couldn't help but said with a smile:
"In that case, it's settled, Gao Zhang!"
But when he saw Gao Zhang, he immediately came out and said:
"I'm here!"
Qihou Chujiu said:
"I order you to take 30,000 troops to Chengyi, cooperate with Gong Lianyang, and wait for the opportunity!"
Gao Zhang crawled on the ground and replied:
"No! I accept your order!"
After the matter was settled, Qi Hou Chujiu couldn't help but stretch his waist again and yawned:
"Now that this matter has been decided, I am already a little tired. If there is nothing else, please leave!"
All the ministers retired one after another, but Prince Tu still stayed with Chujiu, Marquis of Qi. Chujiu, Marquis of Qi, looked at his son, and the more he looked at him, the happier he became.
"Tu'er, do you think Jin will take any measures?"
Prince Tu said:
"Actually, I think that the Jin State has too much time to take care of itself, so as long as our Qi State does not exceed the rules, there is no need for the Jin State to worry. However, if the Jin State sees that our Qi State is really making a big move, then maybe it will actually
We share the same hatred and come together to compete with your father for supremacy! This is actually detrimental to our country, Qi!"
Qihou Chujiu nodded.
"Well, Tu'er, although you are young, you look at the problem very profoundly. You have the same demeanor as your father! But... as a father, I would like to advise you that you should be more polite to Dr. Tian!"
This chapter is not over yet, please click on the next page to continue reading! Prince Tu bowed and answered:
"promise!"
Later, Qi Hou Chujiu smiled again and said:
"You are the crown prince, and you must be tolerant of others. Although Tian Qi has various shortcomings, he is already quite popular among the people. If you want to secure this position in the future, you will also need the help of others!"
Prince Tu helped Qi Hou Chujiu stand up and said:
"No! Please remember this!"
Chujiu, the Marquis of Qi, returned to his palace to rest, and Prince Tu stayed by his side. He waited until Chujiu, the Marquis of Qi, fell asleep, then got up and left.
As soon as he left the palace, he immediately went to find Gao Zhang.
At this time, Gao Zhang was preparing for the expedition. When he saw Prince Tu arriving, he hurriedly greeted him.
After the Jiagu meeting, Qi Hou Chujiu's love for Prince Tu became more and more obvious.
Everyone understands that Qi Hou Chujiu is now very old. As expected, this young man who is not as good as a weak crown will soon become the new Qi Hou.
Gao Zhang saluted him, and Prince Tu helped Gao Zhang up:
"Doctor Gao, you don't have to be so polite!"
Gao Zhang said:
"The prince is the heir apparent. There is a difference between a king and his ministers, so some etiquette is inevitable."
Prince Tu smiled and said:
"You're welcome, Doctor Gao. I'm going to the State of Lu this time. Does the doctor know what to do?"
Hearing this, Gao Zhang couldn't help but tentatively said:
"We must put Qi's interests first, cooperate with Gong Lianyang, and defeat the Lu army. It would be best if we can capture Chengyi!"
When Prince Tu heard this, he shook his head:
"Doctor Gao still only knows one thing, but not the other! Now our Qi State's great enemy is not the Lu State, but the Jin State! Therefore, I would like to ask you to be sure to defend the army and retreat as much as possible.
Don’t lose your troops and generals for this reason.”
Hearing this, Gao Zhang couldn't help but suddenly realized:
"I understand! Your Highness, please rest assured!"
Prince Tu nodded with satisfaction, then said goodbye to him and left...
However, not long after Prince Tu left, Tian Qi came to find Gao Zhang.
Gao Zhang was also a little confused, but Tian Qi didn't talk nonsense and just said to him:
"Master Gao, our Qi State suffered a big loss last time in Jiagu. This time, you must show off our Qi State's military might! Don't let the Lu people underestimate us."
Gao Zhang also smiled bitterly:
"That's natural, but...it's probably extremely difficult for these 30,000 soldiers and horses to make a difference!"
Tian Qi further said:
"Although thirty thousand horses is not much, it is more than enough to capture Chengyi!"
When Gao Zhang heard this, he immediately understood the implication of Tian Qi's words, so he immediately said:
"No! Lord Tian, please be at ease, and I will definitely live up to your trust!"
Tian Qi also nodded and left with satisfaction.
At this time, Gao Zhang sneered secretly in his heart:
"Tian Qi... Humph! You snob, let's see how long you can be proud of yourself!"
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When Tian Qi returned to his mansion, Shu Niu also waited for a long time.
Tian Qi came forward to ask about the situation in the court, but Tian Qi did not hide anything and told him everything.
Hearing this, Zhu Niu couldn't help but frowned:
"According to our spies' reports, all three armies of the Lu State attacked together this time, and Li Ran seems to be among them. Master Gao... I'm afraid he is no match for Li Ran..."
Tian Qi sighed:
"Hey...then what can be done? Since the monarch has made such a decision, what can he do? The only fault is that Zhu Zi, it is really abominable!"
Zhu Niu looked sideways and said:
"Sir Tian, the prince is so favored by the king now that he is simply arrogant. This may be extremely detrimental to you in the future!"
At this time, Tian Qi picked up the chess piece on the table and couldn't help but sneered:
"Hmph! It's just a fool, how can it be possible that he still wants to overturn the world? Now, let's think about how to mess up the Lu State! But we must not let Li Ran ruin our big things again and again!"