Qin Gong

Chapter 305 Conversation After Banquet
At sunset on the western mountain, in Lantian City, you can see the smoke rising from the kitchen and the people returning home.

After it got dark.

In front of the largest mansion in Lantian City, Bai Yan, accompanied by his cronies, revealed his identity and took out a wooden sign.

Seeing this, he already knew that General Tu Sui was going to entertain the servants of Zuo Shuzhang's mansion, so he quickly invited Bai Yan into the mansion.

As the largest and most extravagant mansion in Lantian City.

It is rumored that it was built by Lord Jingyang during the period of King Qin Zhaoxiang, and it is also rumored that it was built by Wei Ran during the period of King Qin Huiwen.

But no matter who built it, it has now become Tu Sui's residence.

inside the mansion.

Bai Yan followed the servants of the mansion, looking at the mansion that had amazed Liang Lang, Yu Sui, Xi and others while walking.

Time passes.

Looking back at that time, Bai Yan didn't even know that he would be invited into this mansion today.

After a long time, when he arrived at the main hall, before entering it, Bai Yan heard the sound of laughing and talking inside.

After Bai Yan entered the main hall, he saw a total of six people sitting inside. Except for Sima Xing, who he knew, Bai Yan had never seen the other five.

"coming!"

Sima Xing, who was kneeling behind the wooden table on the right, smiled and got up when he saw Bai Yan.

"Bai Yan, this is General Tu Sui!"

Sima Xing introduced it to Bai Yan.

Seeing this, Bai Yan followed Sima Xing's line of sight to the man behind the only wooden table at the top of the main hall.

The man looks like he is about 30 years old, and his face is full of beards, but his eyes are shining like a wolf, and he is a man who is not easy to mess with.

At least Bai Yan, who has been in the battlefield all year round and has experienced desperation and killing, looked at the man, and the feeling suddenly emerged in his heart.

"Bai Yan, I have met the general!"

After Sima Xing finished his introduction, Bai Yan saluted Tu Sui.

Tu Sui is the top general among the generals, and his title is You Geng, so it can be said that he is very close to Dashangzao.

Bai Yan is just one of the generals, the lowest Zuo Shuzhang, no matter in terms of title or official position, he is much lower than Tu Sui.

"I've heard the name of General Bai Yan for a long time, and I'm lucky enough to see him today. It's really eye-catching!"

Tu Sui, who had already stood up, returned the salute to Bai Yan.

While speaking, Tu Sui looked at the young Bai Yan, his eyes were really full of surprise.

Bai Yan was too young, so young that even though he had heard the rumors, he still couldn't help being amazed when he saw Bai Yan with his own eyes.

Who can believe it.

It was the young man in front of him who dared to burn the city and slaughter the gentry.

"General Tu Sui's praise!"

Bai Yan said modestly, and made another ceremony.

At this moment, Sima Xing introduced the other five generals in the tent to Bai Yan.

Yue Su, Ji Huan, Xiang Qian, and Kui Rong.

Under Sima Xing's introduction, Bai Yan saluted and greeted the four generals respectively.

After some courtesy.

After the maid brought the tea, Tu Sui let Bai Yan take his seat.

Inside the main hall.

Bai Yan knelt down on the wooden table next to Sima Xing, this position was slightly closer to the gate than Sima Xing's position.

The state of Qin has always respected the right, and Tu Sui is the general and the head of the family, sitting in the middle and the innermost.

Sima Xing knelt and sat on the right, followed by Bai Yan who was also on the right.

The other four generals have no objection to this arrangement. After all, although Bai Yan is young, his title is not below them. Moreover, Bai Yan's position is still the deputy general of the army, and he returned as the deputy general of the army.

Not to mention looking at Bai Yan who has made great achievements in battle, Yue Su and Ji Huan all knew that after returning to Xianyang, he would definitely be promoted and rewarded again.

"Tu Sui has heard about it for a long time. General Bai Yan used to line up in Jingxing with his back to the water. It's a pity that we can't know the process. When I see General Bai Yan today, I hope General Bai Yan can clear up Tu Sui's confusion!"

Tu Sui asked curiously when he saw Bai Yan was seated and the maid was waiting on him.

The voice fell.

Several other people also looked at Bai Yan.

In the past, when the news of backwater formation breaking Jingxing was reported back to the Qin State, everyone was in an uproar, but all generals who had read military books knew that if there was a little carelessness in backwater formation, the entire army would be killed.

Therefore, everyone was a little confused when they heard that Bai Yan not only marched against the water, but also defeated Zhao Jun, captured Zhao Jun and Zhao Cong.

Why is there no place to see death in Bai Yan's battle, but the result is unexpectedly reversed.

Now let alone Qin, the generals of other vassal states are all studying how Bai Yan managed this battle.

"Returning to General Tu Sui, in the battle of Jingxing, to win the battle, the most important thing is that Zhao Cong underestimate the enemy."

Bai Yan watched the maid pour the tea, and when he heard Tu Sui's words, he quickly clapped his hands and replied.

Afterwards, under the watchful eyes of everyone, Bai Yan explained the things that can be said about the Jingxing battle, and explained to everyone one by one.

As for some things related to Li Mu, Bai Yan, who wanted to take Zhao Bianqi, naturally wouldn't say much.

Bai Yan knew that what he said tonight would probably spread out in a short time, so it was better to be cautious in words and deeds.

However, such a result would lead to the fact that although the battle of Jingxing was still exciting, Bai Yan still had a gamble on some key points.

Inside the main hall.

Tu Sui and the others nodded from time to time while listening to Bai Yan's words seriously.

The places that I didn't understand when I looked at the map, were all answered under Bai Yan's explanation.

"I see!"

After hearing this, Tu Sui sighed, and then cupped his hands to Bai Yan: "General Bai Yan has such insights and strategies at such a young age, he is truly an extraordinary talent."

Tu Sui's words made Xiang Qian and Kui Rong all look at Bai Yan.

Knowing the process of the battle of Jingxing, although part of it was luck, and General Tu Sui's "unworldly genius" was exaggerated, it still did not prevent Bai Yan from seeing that Bai Yan's courage and strategy were far superior to others.

"General Tu Sui's praise, the kid can't afford it! If Zhao Cong didn't underestimate the enemy, Bai Yan wouldn't be where he is today."

Bai Yan looked at Tu Sui, raised his hand and said in a salute.

While speaking, looking at General Tu Sui, Bai Yan naturally knew that Tu Sui's words were nothing more than flattery among his colleagues, and it was not true to say polite words.

Bai Yan was also happy to see this.

Nowadays, Bai Yan does not insist on a good name or being famous all over the world. It can even be said that these things are regarded as the standard by countless talented scholars, and Bai Yan doesn't want anything that he wants all his life.

Today there is still a strong Chu State, with a vast territory, strong soldiers and horses, and many generals, and Xiang Yan is the general of Chu State.

It can be seen that the soldiers who rose up against Qin in later generations all started in Chu.

If Zhao State is the biggest stumbling block to Qin State, then Chu State is the vassal state that threatens Qin State the most.

This threat is not like that of the Zhao State that has Li Mu, but it is also the first to deal the most fatal blow when the later Qin State is at its weakest.

Not to mention Xiang Yu in memory, as well as many famous generals, even the soldier fairy of the later generations, are enough to make Bai Yan worry.

Under such circumstances, the higher one is touted, the less it is a good thing.

Elder Wei also reminded Bai Yan that now after burning the city and destroying Jingxing, Yingzheng has known his talent, so he should keep a low profile, govern Yanmen and consolidate its foundation, and should not be that person of great achievements and prestige.

Bai Yan naturally took Wei Lao's words to heart.

After all, Bai Yan is satisfied with gaining status and wealth, and he can return to his hometown someday only when the world is unified.

"General Bai Yan is too modest!"

Tu Sui smiled, noncommittal for Bai Yan's modesty.

After that, Tu Sui chatted with Yue Su, Sima Shang and others.

After a while, when the food and drink were ready, everyone began to talk and drink.

Bai Yan knelt behind the wooden table, looking at these senior generals who were drinking and talking, adhering to the principle of talking less and toasting more, after a banquet, whether it was General Tu Sui, General Ji Huan, or General Kui Rong, they were all there. Before he knew it, he had a good impression of Bai Yan.

Don't look at Bai Yan's young age, don't look at how little Bai Yan has drunk, but at the wine table, Bai Yan knows how to behave in the world.

Not like those high-spirited scholars and talents, nor with those senior and meritorious veterans, Bai Yan clearly knows the relationship between the guest of honor and the secondary, so he will not try to show off.

This is also the reason why Tu Sui and the others subconsciously developed a good impression of Bai Yan after drinking.

After all, in this world where you can talk freely after two drinks and act like you are not as good as me, such an 'honest' and promising young man like Bai Yan is really not disgusting.

Even after Tai Jing had a drink with Bai Yan back then, Bai Yan was forced to stay drunk.

And then there's the aftermath.

Three rounds of wine.

A continuous stream of fine wine poured into their throats, and everyone was a little drunk.

"General Bai Yan, if you pass by Lantian in the future, don't make any further distinctions, come directly to the mansion, and then we can talk about wine."

Tu Sui's temperament is relatively straightforward, after drinking too much, he looked at Bai Yan and became outspoken.

Putting down Jiu Jue, Tu Sui looked at Bai Yan.

"I heard about the plundering and selling of Yanmen in the past. General Bai Yan did a good job with respect to the gentry. Tu Sui had long been displeased with those gentry. The fact that Yang Duan and General were trapped in Yingchuan before was because Old General Teng didn't order to get rid of them. Those gentry, if we get rid of those gentry, how can there be so many troubles later."

Tu Sui said.

Tu Sui had heard about Bai Yan's life before, and when he went to Zhao State, he heard that Bai Yan passed by Lantian and met Sima Xing in Lantian camp.

At that time Tu Sui did not entertain Bai Yan.

And right now Tu Sui's banquet with Bai Yan is not to curry favor with him, although Bai Yan has made many military exploits, but as the general of Lantian, Tu Sui doesn't need to curry favor with others.

The real reason why Tu Sui entertained Bai Yan was that Bai Yan dealt with the affairs of those Yanmen gentry, which made Tu Sui feel extremely happy.

Inside the main hall.

Bai Yan, who was kneeling beside Sima Xing, was taken aback when he heard Tu Sui's words.

Caught off guard, Bai Yan couldn't laugh or cry when he heard General Tu Sui's sincere words.

Bai Yan knew that if he didn't explain right now, if the news got out, he wouldn't be able to please him.

Looking at General Tu Sui who didn't care at all, Bai Yan sighed in his heart, and quickly raised his hands to salute.

"General Tu Sui!"

Bai Yan looked at Tu Sui.

"The case of Yanmen is that those nobles involved in plundering and selling violated the laws of Qin and should be punished. Bai Yan is only following the laws and regulations of Qin!"

After Bai Yan finished speaking, he did not let go of his raised hands, but continued to say with a sneering smile: "In the past, the Yingchuan gentry had no faults. It must be so. Old General Teng didn't punish him just now! Old General Teng is the same as General Tu Sui. I am an important minister of the Qin State, and I must have concerns about stabilizing the territory of the king, and General Tu Sui must be aware of it!"

some words.

Bai Yan was explaining why he dealt with the gentry, and then quickly excused Old General Teng, and at the end he was holding Tu Sui secretly while speaking.

After speaking.

From the corner of his eye, Bai Yan glanced at Sima Xing next to him calmly, and it was gone in an instant.

At this moment, Bai Yan's heart was full of helplessness, if he knew that General Tu Sui spoke so 'bluntly', he would have to find a reason for what he said today, even if General Tu Sui didn't like it, he would not follow Sima Xing to this banquet.

After all, who knows what General Tu Sui will say later, offending words.

General Tu Sui is not afraid when word spreads, but Bai Yan, who already has enemies in the court, does not want to offend others.

It is not a good thing to make many enemies in the court.

"That's true!"

After hearing Bai Yan's words, Tu Sui thought about it and then nodded.

After the words fell, Sima Xing on the side also opened his mouth to talk about other places, and like Bai Yan and Sima Xing, there were also Kui Rong and others who had the same thoughts.

Therefore, after Sima Xing changed the subject, everyone agreed.

Next.

Until the end of the banquet, under the jokes of Sima Xing and others, Tu Sui did not mention Yanmen again.

Under the leadership of maids and servants.

The banquet is over.

Tu Sui sent everyone out of the mansion, and after chatting outside the mansion,

Bai Yan and Sima Xing, who were almost drunk, had just bid farewell to Tu Sui, and got into the carriage that Tu Sui had prepared for them.

"How? Meet Tu Sui!"

Sima Xing, whose face was flushed from drinking, asked in the carriage.

Because it was late at night, there were no candle lights in the carriage, and after the curtain was lifted, there was only faint moonlight.

"General Tu Sui is very straightforward."

Bai Yan hesitated for a long time, but finally couldn't find anything to describe Tu Sui.

Inside the carriage.

After hearing Bai Yan's words, Sima Xing smiled.

"I know your doubts, kid. Don't doubt it. General Tu Sui's temperament is like this, and he didn't do it on purpose! In the early years, General Tu Sui escorted the king back from Zhao, and he was loyal to the king during Lu Buwei's reign and civil strife. .”

After Sima Xing finished speaking, he thought of something again, and turned to look at Bai Yan beside him.

"You have to remember that even if you have repeatedly made military exploits, unless you are forced to do so in the future, you must never advise General Tu Sui in front of the king."

Sima Xing instructed, and then told Bai Yan in a soft voice: "In Qin, there are generals who are more capable than Tu Sui, such as General Wang Jian and others. General, only high and not low!"

"I see!"

Bai Yan muttered in a low voice, no wonder in five or six years, General Tu Sui would be worshiped as a national lieutenant and lead an army of 50 to conquer Baiyue in the south.

50 million troops!

Except for Bai Yan, no one dared to say whether Tu Sui would stand on his own in Baiyue or rebel against Qin.

If it weren't for his trust, how could Ying Zheng entrust so many soldiers to one person.

Hearing Sima Xing's instructions, Bai Yan recovered and nodded quickly.

"Bai Yan is clear!"

After Bai Yan finished speaking, he seemed to think of something again.

"Compared to General Tu Sui, Bai Yan is more curious about General Yue Su and General Xiang Qian."

Bai Yan said in a low voice.

Regarding Sima Xing, Bai Yan did not hide his doubts. After all, Sima Xing was Bai Yu's close friend, and Sima Xing was not on guard against him, and he always took care of him.

I was at the banquet just now.

Bai Yan was sensitively aware that, unlike Generals Kui Rong and Ji Huan, General Yue Su and General Xiang Qian, both in their thirties, always kept a distance from him.

Not hostile, but also always there.
Bai Yan didn't know how to describe it.

"Your boy is sharp!"

Sima Xing said with a smile when he heard Bai Yan's words.

In a word, Bai Yan was a little confused. At the banquet just now, Sima Xing, who thought he was not the party, should not have felt that it was.

But now Sima Xing's words clearly told Bai Yan that Sima Xing seemed to know something.

Inside the carriage.

Under Bai Yan's curious eyes, Sima Xing explained to Bai Yan.

"Yuesu was originally from Baiyue. According to legend, after Xia Jie, his real name was Jiesu. After Qin acquired Qianzhong County, Baiyue had been allied with Qin and Chu. All the sons of the clan worshiped Qin and Chu, and Jiesu This is how he came to Qin, and because he came from Baiyue, he was called Yuesu."

When Sima Xing said this, he paused.

"As for Xiangqian, it is the descendant of the mother clan of the Queen Mother Xuan, the Xiang family. In the past, the Queen Mother Xuan let Xiang Shou, a member of the mother clan, go to the Qin Dynasty to serve as Prime Minister. Xiang Qian is the descendant of Xiang Shou. Now the Xiang clan is after the Queen Mother Xuan. It has completely declined, and like Yue Su, the reason why Xiang Qian was able to serve as a general has something to do with Lord Changping."

After speaking, when he said the last two sentences, Sima Xing was in the carriage, so he stopped talking.

As for Bai Yan, he couldn't tell that Sima Xing was telling him that both Yue Su and Xiang Qian were from the Chu family.

"Uncle already knows?"

Bai Yan asked.

At this moment, Bai Yan didn't know that Sima Xing already knew about Mr. Changping.

"You kid didn't tell your uncle back then! Did you look down on uncle in your eyes, or did you think you could resist alone?"

When Sima Xing heard Bai Yan's words, he said angrily.

After Bai Yan left Lantian, he received a message from Bai Yu the next day, knowing about Gao Nu in Shangjun, someone was behind the scenes trying to get rid of Bai Yan.

After looking for an opportunity to go back to Xianyang to meet Bai Yu, I learned the ins and outs.

Sima Xing couldn't help but break out in a cold sweat for Bai Yan, and then he was so outraged that when Bai Yan left, he didn't tell him.

"The matter is so important, Bai Yan dare not take it easy on his own, I hope uncle will forgive me!"

Bai Yan smiled wryly, ignored the slight shaking of the carriage, and apologized to Sima Xing in the carriage.

After knowing the identities of Yue Su and Xiang Qian, Bai Yan knew that he still underestimated the Chu family. Now there are not only officials from the Chu family in the court and counties, but there are even people from the Chu family in the camp.

Seeing this, Sima Xing lost his temper a lot.

"Okay, I just want to tell you, kid, don't underestimate that person and the faction behind him."

Sima Xing said.

Even though Bai Yan knew old General Teng and minister Meng Yu, there was also Mr. Hu in the court, with Mr. Hu's connections and Bai Yu, Lord Changping couldn't do it if he wanted to move Bai Yan in the court.

But in counties and counties, as well as in the camp, it is better for someone to keep an eye on them.

Especially the place where Baiyan started, Lantian Camp.

"Your uncle Bai Yu and grandfather Bai Zhong have sent letters to Shangjun before!"

Sima Xing said.

Bai Yan heard the words.

"Are you telling Uncle Hu Jin?"

Bai Yan looked at Sima Xing.

Sima Xing shook his head.

"Yes or no, besides Hu Jin, the Bai family also needs allies. After you go to Xianyang, your uncle will tell you!"

Sima Xing looked at Bai Yan.

When Bai Yan heard Hu Jin's words, he vaguely guessed something.

Under the dark night, on the streets of Lantian, cavalry generals such as Gui and Feng Nian rode their war horses to escort Bai Yan's carriage through the streets.

Gui, Feng Nian and the others could not hear anything about the vague conversation coming from inside the carriage.

No matter what they heard, Gui and Feng Nian wouldn't care, what they cared about was the general's safety.

(End of this chapter)