Zhao Kuo has been very comfortable in Wei recently. He has a reputation as a genius. This year, with the help of Qin, his reputation is as high as that of Lord Pingyuan. Even ordinary civilians have heard of his name. Later, he stepped on Gongsun Long and ascended to the throne.
, the reputation instantly spread throughout the six countries.
Until some time ago, scholars from all over the world came to visit Zhao Kuo in Ma Fu Jun's Mansion every day.
After the news of Changping's siege came, the number of scholars gradually decreased.
However, as the news of the alliance between Zhao and Wei gradually spread, Zhao Kuo's reputation skyrocketed again, almost surpassing the four princes, and he was praised as a saint with all-round talents in both civil and military affairs.
Some people even say that Zhao Kuo is a master of military strategists, famous strategists, and political strategists!
People came to visit him almost every day. Wei Wuji directly took Zhao Kuo to live in his house, and hosted banquets for Zhao Kuo every day. Anyone who came to visit would sit at the table.
The two talked about the future from history, from the art of war to governing the country, from geography to astronomy...
Both sides marveled at the other's vast knowledge.
"It's terrible that someone can memorize the entire Spring and Autumn Annals." Zhao Kuo wiped the non-existent sweat from his forehead.
"There is someone who knows everything from the art of war to governing a country, to arithmetic and debating." Wei Wuji looked at Zhao Kuo with a different look.
People in Wei have always said that he is the most talented person in Wei. He thought so before, but now he understands what it means to not face the abyss and not know the depth of the earth!
"Ma Fuzi, you said yesterday that even iron can float in the water, but I went back and tried many times, but I couldn't do it no matter what." A customer named Chuan asked.
Suddenly, everyone's eyes were focused.
Apparently, I don't know anyone who has this question.
"This issue involves buoyancy. Everyone knows that when the bathtub is filled with water..."
Zhao Kuo was already accustomed to this scene. He briefly explained issues such as buoyancy, volume, density, etc.
These problems have actually been discovered and applied by ancient sages, such as canoes, but there has never been a systematic summary, and Zhao Kuo taught everyone this summary.
"So, does everyone understand?"
Finally, Zhao Kuo pointed to a wooden basin half filled with water in front of him. A small boat made of folded leaves floated on the water, and many leaves sank at the bottom.
"Thank you sir for your advice." Everyone expressed their admiration.
"What do Ma Fuzi think of my disciples?" Wei Wuji said happily to Zhao Kuo.
The proudest thing in his life was that he had three thousand diners under his family, and no one in the entire Wei Kingdom had more people than him.
Everyone also looked at Zhao Kuo expectantly, wanting to know what Zhao Kuo thought of them.
However, when I thought about my stupid behavior just now, I felt very ashamed. Although these problems were very simple, I couldn't understand them, and I needed a young man to teach me.
"Although all of you are amazing and talented, you are all depressed and unsuccessful people." Zhao Kuo shook his head.
After getting along with each other for a few days, Zhao Kuo had to admit that although there were some fishermen in troubled waters among Xinling Lord's guests, most of them did have some talent, and a few of them were even more amazing.
For example, if the guy who called the ship just now could be given a platform, he might not be able to become a great physicist.
People like Hou Ying, Zhu Hai and others who were famous in later generations were also talented and learned.
At least it is much better than the 3,000 diners under Pingyuan Jun's family who can't even gather the 20 people who are sent to Chu as envoys.
It's a pity that since ancient times, horses with thousands of miles of horses have always existed, but Bole has not always existed. Not everyone can meet a good master like Lin Xiangru and recommend him to him at the critical moment.
This is not to say that Wei Wuji is jealous of talents, hiding his disciples, etc., but that even he himself is jealous of the King of Wei, so how can he recommend others? Even if he is recommended, the King of Wei dares to use him?
Zhao Kuo saw a short story in his previous life. It said that one day Wei Wuji was playing chess with the King of Wei. News came from the northern border that the beacon tower was lit. The intelligence said: "The invading army of Zhao has arrived and will enter the border of Wei."
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King Wei wanted to summon ministers to discuss countermeasures. Wei Wuji stopped him and said, "King Zhao is hunting, not invading Wei." Then he played chess as before.
The king of Wei was panicked and could not focus on playing chess. After a while, news came from the north saying: "The king of Zhao is just hunting, not to invade Wei."
King Wei was very surprised and said, "How did you know about this?"
Wei Wuji said: "Among my retainers are those who can sneak into the Kingdom of Zhao to find out the secrets of King Zhao. If King Zhao does anything, that retainer will report it to me, so I know about it."
From then on, the king of Wei was afraid of Wei Wuji's talents and did not dare to entrust Wei's political affairs to him.
Lord Xinling felt a little lonely. He sighed and said, "It's all my fault. If the Lord had changed, maybe they would have made their mark long ago."
"Not to mention this, the Lord and Ma Fuzi will go on an expedition in two days. Let us congratulate the Lord and Ma Fuzi and help them make a triumphant return."
Hou Ying changed the topic in time, held up his wine glass and said with a smile.
"Congratulations to the Lord and Ma Fuzi!" Everyone raised their wine glasses and shouted loudly.
After a glass of warm wine, Wei Wuji looked at Hou Ying, "Sir, won't you accompany me on the expedition?"
"Since I'm old, I won't accompany the young master on the expedition. It's better to let Zhu Hai accompany you." Hou Ying waved his hand, pretending to be helpless.
"Then you can stay in the house." Wei Wuji didn't mind.
"My lord, there is news from the Chu Kingdom that Gongsun Long has persuaded the King of Chu to join forces." At this time, Ben hurried in from outside with a retainer.
"Greetings to the lord, greetings to Lord Xinling." Liao, the retainer, saluted quickly when he saw the two of them.
"Where is the alliance agreement?" Zhao Kuo asked quickly.
South Korea is not far from the Wei State. The covenant was sent over three days ago, and now the only thing missing is the Chu State.
"Here." Liao took out the Hezong Covenant from his arms.
Zhao Kuo took the covenant, looked at each other with Wei Wuji, apologized to everyone, and immediately got up and walked towards the palace.
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A quarter of an hour after the eunuch's announcement, King Wei reluctantly came over from the back hall, glanced at the two men displeased, and said, "What do you want from me, brother Wang and Ma Fuzi?"
Zhao Kuo's heart skipped a beat. Wasn't King Wei's previous attitude very good? Why did it suddenly change? Could something unexpected have happened?
At this time, Long Yangjun came out with a blushing face and saluted the two of them.
Zhao Kuo suddenly realized that King Wei and Long Yangjun were probably picking chrysanthemums, but he didn't know whether they were under the east fence or on the east bed.
He and Wei Wuji had disturbed the two of them.
Wei Wuji next to him had an expressionless face, as if he was already accustomed to this.
"Your Majesty, it's a good thing. Chu's alliance covenant has been sent. This time we are the four countries attacking Qin." Zhao Kuo said quickly.
"The Kingdom of Chu has also signed an alliance!" King Wei suddenly trembled. He was full of confidence in defeating the Kingdom of Qin, and even wanted to learn from Marquis Wu's chariot and conquer it himself.
But the next second, Wu Anjun's figure appeared in his mind, and as his body trembled, he suddenly felt dull.
Let people like Zhao Kuo do such a dangerous thing.
I can just stay with Lord Long Yang from behind.
"The time needed by Chu State may be longer, but it will not exceed half a month at the latest. South Korea will be able to send troops soon." Zhao Kuo said.
After losing the Shangdang, South Korea no longer had much territory. It didn't take long to go from east to west, from south to north, and the recruitment of soldiers was very fast.
"As long as we can defeat the Qin State, I will serve as my son and become the king." The king of Wei grabbed Zhao Kuo's hands and said solemnly.
"Kuo will live up to the king's trust." Zhao Kuo did not refuse.
There are many vassals and many paths. When you can no longer survive in Zhao State, it would be good to come to Wei State to survive.