Han Shizu

Chapter 859 Zhao Siwan's Backlash

The water of Wenyu River originates from the foot of Jundu Mountain, passes through Juyongguan Pass, and flows to the southeast continuously.It is clear and clean, and the bottom is almost visible, which shows that its water quality is excellent.Just outside the south entrance of Juyongguan, on a relatively hidden beach, Zhao Siwan saw his target, Xiao Husi, the privy envoy of Great Liaobei who returned from his envoy to the north.

"Private Xiao!"

"General Zhao!"

"But I came down late, I was rude, please forgive me, General Zhao!" Xiao Husi looked at Zhao Siwan, with a gentle smile on his old face, and his tone was very familiar.

Xiao Husi is going to Tokyo this time with the title of Liaobei Privy Envoy.He used to be a doctor of imperial history. During the years of serving Emperor Yelvjing of the Liao Dynasty, he was quite flattering and not disobedient. He also acted in the way of Yelvjing when attacking those clans and nobles who usurped power and chaos, so he was very popular. Reuse and trust.

Last year's winter passed through Youzhou and went south to Tokyo. After all, it is the "brother's country" of the big man. King Zhao Kuangzan of Yan also expressed enough importance. In addition to sending the palace chief Shi to go to Beijing with him, he also asked Zhao Siwan to personally escort him out of Yan. territory.It was probably at that time that the two really connected.

Facing Xiao Husi, Zhao Siwan was also very polite, restrained her usual arrogance, cupped her hands, and said: "Private Xiao returned from his envoy to the north, and the journey was exhausting. I am sorry that you have to set foot in the remote wilderness. Come here to meet me." , but I didn't think carefully!"

Hearing his words, Xiao Husi laughed loudly: "General Zhao's reputation spreads far and wide, and his voice is so loud. I, a Khitan man, have a lot of admiration for you. I heard that you are brave, fearless, and unruly. Today, the general is so considerate. Wait, from this point of view, the rumors are not enough to be believed!"

"You made Privy Xiao laugh! My King Yan is well educated and reasonable. Although Zhao is a rough person, he has learned a little from following the king for so many years. However, Zhao really disdains these red tapes on weekdays. Of course, Privy Xiao He is a distinguished guest and friend, and I will treat him with respect!" Zhao Siwan replied.

"General Zhao is indeed a good-natured man, so cheerful and open-minded. We Khitan people like to make friends with a strong man like you!" Xiao Husi smiled even wider.

Making a gesture of invitation to Xiao Husi, pointing to the river beach, Zhao Siwan said, "Originally, I planned to go to Juyongguan to meet with the Privy Councilor, but I thought it would be too ostentatious, so I gave up. Let's talk on the ground, how about it?"

Xiao Husi looked very graceful, and replied: "The mountains and rivers here are beautiful and the scenery is beautiful, the general has chosen a good place!"

The two people who were not very familiar with each other pretended to exchange pleasantries, their buttocks fell to the ground, and their expressions gradually became serious.In comparison, Xiao Husi was more calm, looked at Zhao Siwan, and asked calmly: "I don't know what advice the general has for such a secret meeting? Are you here on behalf of King Yan, or..."

"Secretary Xiao must have guessed something in his heart, so I just said it straight. This is what I, Zhao Siwan, have nothing to do with King Yan! I came here to conspire with Daliao for great things!" Zhao Siwan's reaction was straightforward.

Hearing this, Xiao Husi couldn't help but look at Zhao Siwan, and from his cold eyes, he could see something called "ambition".The curiosity in his heart increased a bit, Xiao Husi raised the corner of his mouth, and said: "What the general said really surprised me! What is the general referring to?"

Seeing that Xiao Husi seemed to be skeptical, Zhao Siwan thought for a while, and expressed his long-considered intention: "I am willing to welcome the Daliao iron cavalry to enter the pass, capture Youzhou, and go straight to Hebei for the internal response!"

Its meaning is clear, Xiao Husi's whole body tensed, not only he was not happy, but the suspicion in his eyes intensified, he stared at Zhao Siwan, and said in a deep voice: "Nowadays Han and Liao live in harmony, they are about brothers, General Zhao wants to Start the Great Northern War?"

What Xiao Husi showed was an extremely cautious attitude. Seeing this, Zhao Siwan said, "Private Xiao's words are probably insincere! Back then, Emperor Liao led a hundred thousand troops and wanted to march south, but unexpectedly there was Vulcan The change is due to the current ruler of the Daliao. If it were not for the change in the past, the Han-Liao war broke out as early as the fourth year of Qianyou, and the peace talks between the two countries were just a stopgap measure!

Now, the power of the Daliao Kingdom is growing stronger, and so is the Han Dynasty, and it is constantly reducing the separatist forces in the south, and the unification of the world is imminent. I don't believe that Daliao will have no idea about this.Furthermore, in the past half a year, the border conflicts between the two countries have been frequent, doesn't it also mean that Daliao is also afraid of the imperial court? "

Listening to his words, Xiao Husi was silent for a while, how could the Liao Kingdom have no idea.During his trip to Tokyo, he stayed in the territory of Han for nearly five months. Why, it was for the purpose of probing and interrogating the military and political situation of the Han Dynasty. useful information.

"I never thought that General Zhao would have such insight?" Xiao Husi said.

Hearing this, Zhao Siwan stroked his ostentatious beard, and said lightly: "That's because everyone underestimated Zhao and regarded me as a coward! Although I am a rough man, I have spent 30 years in the army and fought in the north and south. People's hearts also have some understanding!"

"I don't know what Xiao Shumi thinks about my proposal?" Zhao Siwan was still so direct, staring at Xiao Husi and asked.

Xiao Husi was still cautious and prudent, met his gaze, and replied: "General Zhao's discussion is of great importance, and you should know that this is not something I can decide on!"

"I know!" Zhao Siwan followed up and said, "I only hope that after Privy Xiao returns to court, he can tell Emperor Liao my heart!"

I looked at Zhao Siwan for a while, and I felt that his expression and eyes were so calm. However, he was still reluctant to express his opinion easily because of his conservative and prudent nature.The most important problem is to communicate lightly and deeply. In a situation of lack of communication and lack of trust, it seems reckless to express one's mind so bluntly, not like someone who has achieved great things.

Seeing that Xiao Husi still had doubts, Zhao Siwan frowned and said: "Daliao has lost the land of Youzhou for a long time, so don't you have the heart to regain it? The humiliation of the Battle of Luancheng, Daliao monarchs and ministers have no ambition to wipe it out? These In [-], the Central Plains and Hebei gradually recovered and became more and more prosperous, so Daliao has no ambitions?"

Hearing Zhao Siwan's bewitching words, Xiao Husi's reaction was flat.The Han and Liao are now the two most powerful forces in East Asia. One is south and the other is north. The East Asian order is also built around the two countries. If there is a war between the two parties, the impact will be incalculable. Thoughtful, repeatedly weighed.

Xiao Husi's unmoved reaction finally used up Zhao Siwan's patience, and he said with a sullen expression on his face, "Xiao Shumi, Zhao has taken a great risk in coming here, and his ambition has been firmly established. , his heart has been decided. It depends on whether Daliao is willing to accept me or not!"

Zhao Siwan stared at him, Xiao Husi hurriedly comforted him and said, "Don't worry, General!"

After pondering for a while, he asked slowly, "General Zhao, there is something I don't understand. Can you explain it?"

"Say it straight!"

"The general served two generations of King Yan for more than [-] years. He is now one of the top generals in Youzhou, commanding elite soldiers, powerful in the north and south of Yanshan Mountain, and favored by King Yan. How did he give birth to the heart of surrendering to Daliao?" Xiao Husi ask.

Zhao Siwan said, "Private Xiao still doubts my sincerity?"

"Just curious!" Xiao Husi smiled lightly and waved his hands: "Besides, the general is willing to risk his life, what do you want to get?"

After hearing this, Zhao Siwan couldn't help being silent for a while, but Dao Scar's face quickly revealed a look of determination, and said: "Yan Wang and his son treated me well, but I have worked hard for 20 years in return.

I don't hide from the Privy Councilor that in the past two years, the King of Yan has promoted his relatives and weakened my military power, making the latecomers equal to me, which makes me feel quite chilled.If it weren't for this, I wouldn't take the risk, join forces with Daliao, and find another way out!

Furthermore, King Yan Xianya respects the Han court, but I don't think so.Judging from the Hanting's policies towards the localities over the years, reforming the system and collecting power will set the target on Youyan one day sooner or later. If you don't plan to change, a warrior like me will be killed by it sooner or later! "

Then, he raised his eyes to look at Xiao Husi and saw that he was listening seriously, Zhao Siwan continued: "As for what I'm looking for, it's nothing more than power, fame and fortune. Daliao was able to treat the old King Yan kindly back then. If I can help regain Youzhou , Hebei, and even conquering the Han court, they will not treat me lightly if they think about it!"

Zhao Siwan's meaning is very clear, he wants the treatment that the Khitan people gave to Zhao Yanshou back then.In fact, in Zhao Siwan's view, betraying the imperial court and betraying a big man is not a big deal, let alone cause any psychological pressure.In his early years, he followed Zhao Yanshou to seek refuge in Khitan and fought for it. In the battle with the later Jin, he worked hard for it and killed many Jin people.

"General, I am very grateful for your frankness! I have already understood the general's intentions. After returning to the country, I will definitely report to my lord!" Xiao Husi stood up, bowed his hands to Zhao Siwan, and solemnly replied: "This matter is important, please be patient for a while. Si, don't be impatient!"

"I understand! Then thank Mistress Xiao!" Zhao Siwan finally smiled.

Glancing twice, Xiao Husi couldn't help but said again: "The general and I have very little friendship, so you can be so straightforward and tell the big things, are you not afraid that I will betray you?"

Zhao Siwan was full of pride, and said: "Zhao is such a person! Now that he has made up his mind, he will not hesitate! If you keep trying to contact, I'm afraid it will lead to side effects. It's better to tell the truth like Privy Xiao.

Besides, I am also willing to gamble!If things go wrong, even if you die, you can only blame others! "

Hearing what he said, Xiao Husi smiled brightly, and praised him: "The general is really a hero!"

"I'm not a hero!" Zhao Siwan said, "It's just a man in Youzhou!"

"Meeting with the general is quite a joy! What we are talking about today is of great importance, and we should keep it secret!" Before parting, Xiao Husi reminded the soldiers who followed Zhao Siwan.

Hearing this, Zhao Siwan said to himself: "Private Xiao, don't worry, they all followed me out of the pile of dead people. They have already entrusted their lives to each other, so there will be no problem! It's the Privy Council."

Noticing Zhao Siwan's eyes on his followers, Xiao Husi also responded: "Don't worry, general! These are raised by my family, the only thing is loyalty!"

"Farewell!"

"Farewell!"

(End of this chapter)