Wei Wuhou

Chapter 821

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On June [-]th of the tenth year of Marquis Wei, after a long march, the Chu army formally entered Wangji and came to the territory of Zhou Tianzi.

It is no surprise to the Zhou people that the Chu army entered Wangji.Every time the Chu army went north to attack Wei, the army would borrow Wang Ji.

The people of Zhou, who had finally lived a peaceful life for a few years, now only hope that the Chu army will not go too far and leave them with basic rations when collecting grain.

Since the Marquis of Wei made his pilgrimage to Shangluo, the authority of the emperor has been lowered to another level in the hearts of Zhou people. People in Zhou would not expect the emperor to help them relieve their suffering.

In fact, even if Wei Wuji hadn't caused a disturbance in the palace, the Zhou people would not have hoped for Ji Xiao, because before that, when the Chu army crossed the border, the Zhou people were all bleeding.

Ordinary people were worried, and the emperor Ji Xiao, who lived in the palace, was also worried that the Chu people would be rude.

Ever since Wei Wuji entered Shangluo and made troubles, Ji Xiao suffered from a deep fear of great powers, and the arrival of the Chu people made him feel uneasy just like ordinary people.

Under such circumstances, Ji Xiao sent envoys to reward the three armies in order to stabilize the Chu army entering the country.

This is also the most convenient way for Ji Xiao to play since he succeeded to the throne. He has rewarded the armies of Qin Wei Chu Qi and other big countries.

But what Ji Xiao didn't expect was that it was because of his reward that the Chu people were attracted to Shangluo City.

On June 24, the Chu army marched into Shangluo, and the chief general Xiong Xian even set up his tent in Shangluo.

Looking at this posture, the emperor Ji Xiao knew that the Chu people planned to stay permanently, which made him even more restless.

Before Ji Xiao could feel uncomfortable for a long time, a servant informed that General Chu Xiong Xian had come to see him.

Said it was an audience, but Xiong Xian came with soldiers, he ignored the majesty of the palace, and a large group of people filed in.

The chaotic situation in the royal palace was repeated six years later. Looking at Xiong Xian who led the troops to the outside of the hall, Ji Xiao on the throne turned pale, and clenched his hands hidden in his sleeves.

Ever since Wei Wuji's army rebelled against Luo, the royal family's prestige has disappeared, and now the people of Chu have become reckless.

You must know that although the armies of Chu, Wu and other great powers also entered and exited Wangji at the beginning, they never led troops into the palace for a big treasonous act.

But with the decline of the royal family's prestige, there is Ji Xiao's own courage.

Facing Chu General Xiong Xian's rebellious behavior, even though Ji Xiao was filled with anger, he never even questioned him.

"Foreign minister Xiong Xian, pay homage to Your Majesty!" After stepping into the hall, Xiong Xian just cupped his hands slightly.

Chu people were arrogant, Ji Xiao tried hard to calm down his mood, trying his best to make himself look more peaceful.

"Back when Lord Chu Xiong Jun went to Shangluo to see off the late king, he was still the prince of Chu. After a long separation... things have changed!" Ji Xiao said slowly.

He was looking for something to say, even though it was an irrelevant topic, but he had an opening statement, which slightly resolved the embarrassment.

Although Xiong Xian appeared to be reckless today, he had considered it carefully. This southern man who is nearly fifty years old, his eyes are constantly shining at this time, and he knows that his calculations have never stopped.

"Your Majesty, after my succession to the throne, I have spent so much time sleeping all night... I have worked hard to fight for the royal family of the Great Zhou Dynasty!" Xiong Xian said in a low tone.

The topic was covered by Xiong Xian, and Ji Xiao didn't know what to say... Is it to question the people of Chu?Or follow him to praise Xiong Jun?
Then, I heard Ji Xiao sigh: "If all the princes in the world were as loyal as Lord Chu, then the Great Zhou would not be as chaotic as it is today..."

Xiong Xian said: "Your Majesty's words are true. The world is in chaos now. The reason...is all because of Marquis Wei's rebellious behavior and his actions of instigating chaos!"

"Now all the countries are invaded by the Wei army, and the people are in dire straits...The world has suffered from the cruelty of Wei Hou for a long time!"

Seeing that Xiong Xian felt so empathetic, Ji Xiao couldn't help being startled.

It is true that Wei Wuji harmed the country and the people, but you, Chu State, have done good deeds?Ji Xiao really didn't know how Xiong Xian could perform such a sincere play.

Ji Xiao responded casually: "Your words are justified, but the Marquis of Wei has no law, it is indeed extremely abominable!"

Although Ji Xiao said lightly, Xiong Xian didn't let it go, he only listened to him say: "Our country of Chu has always been the mainstay of the Great Zhou Dynasty, how could we be able to act rebelliously by the country of Wei, this time our army is going north... We must send troops to the Kingdom of Wei to attack the disobedient ministers!"

Ji Xiao couldn't figure out what the purpose of the Chu people's emphasis on justice for their actions was to win their understanding?
Ji Xiao has self-knowledge, how much is the position of emperor in the eyes of Chu people?Will they care about their understanding?
Ji Xiao was at a loss for what to do at this moment, the people of Chu must have something in mind, but he still didn't understand it.

Ji Xiao could only say: "The Chu army is loyal, my heart is very comforting..."

At this time, Xiong Xian bowed and said: "It is the duty of a minister to calm the world. It is my duty to Chu, but there is one thing that needs your majesty's help!"

The fox's tail was finally about to be exposed... Ji Xiao secretly thought in his heart, but he asked calmly, "What's the matter with you? Why don't you tell me first..."

Xiong Xian said: "Your Majesty, our army has been working hard on an expedition, and the supply of food, grass and military supplies is insufficient in a hurry. Three days ago, you made a reward for the three lords. All the troops respect your majesty's benevolence..."

"Therefore, at the request of the army, I came here to borrow some food from Your Majesty to subsidize the military expenses!"

Xiong Xian had finished speaking, but Ji Xiao didn't know what to say at this moment. The people of Chu State gave him a big problem.

To put it simply, Ji Xiao's life is very tight now, there is food and grass to supply Chu people.

So he declined and said: "The general doesn't know that Wang Ting has been struggling with expenses in recent years, and he is barely getting by... There is no energy left to support your army!"

These words couldn't stop Xiong Xian's mouth, just listen to him say: "Your Majesty's words are different, the world knows that Wang Ji is rich, and the Son of Heaven is even richer all over the world, how can there be no food to collect?"

The implication of Xiong Xian's words was obvious, which was to ask Ji Xiao to collect food from Wang Ji's people.

The Son of Heaven is rich all over the world... Hearing this, Ji Xiao was furious, Chu State is also within the four seas, but does Chu State belong to him?
The life of Wang Jizhi's people was already difficult, if they were to ask for food again, the Zhou family would lose even the last bit of popular support.

So Ji Xiao said: "It's not yet the autumn harvest, and the opportunity to collect food has not yet arrived..."

Just as Ji Xiao was about to refuse, Xiong Xian said before he finished speaking: "Your Majesty should be the governor and follow the principles of power, not to mention... Now that all the troops are waiting for the minister's reply, is it possible that Your Majesty wants hundreds of thousands of people to look forward to it?" The soldiers are disappointed?"

Of course Ji Xiao didn't dare to disappoint these people. He felt extremely helpless at this moment, the same feeling that Wei Wuji had when he entered Shangluo.

I only heard Xiong Xian continue: "The soldiers are ignorant. If they know that His Majesty will not give food and grass, they will inevitably feel resentful, and I am afraid it will lead to a mutiny!"

These words were a further threat, and Ji Xiao was cornered at this time, or could only be said to follow the path given by the people of Chu.

After a long time, I heard Ji Xiao despairingly say from the throne: "Your words are right, I will not let the soldiers feel cold, and I will deliver the food and grass within half a month!"

Xiong Xian smiled, and when he saw him salute Ji Xiao who was on the sweet-scented osmanthus: "On behalf of the officers and men, thank you, Your Majesty!"

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When Xiong Xian walked out of the palace gate, the two generals who accompanied him surrounded him, and one of them asked, "Why is it so troublesome, the general? If you want food and grass, you can just send troops to grab it. Why grind your teeth with the emperor!"

After the man had finished speaking, another general followed suit: "General Fan's words are true, the soldiers of the royal family are nothing to worry about, so why should you worry about it, general!"

Seeing that the two were not convinced, Xiong Xian stopped after taking two steps, then turned to the two and said, "Isn't it better for the Son of Heaven to deliver the grain and grass to our barracks himself than for us to grab it?"

Good is good, but this reason is not enough to convince the two generals who asked the question!
Xiong Xian also knew this truth, so he went on to say: "Back then when Wei Wuji fought against Shangluo, he had already swept the royal family's dignity into dust, and the nine cauldrons were out of place, and the Zhou family was on the verge of dying..."

"Since this is the case, if the Son of Heaven is to be that villain again and ask for food from his people, it won't be our Chu State that the people of Zhou will hold grudges..."

"Once there is a change in Wang Ji, our state of Chu enters Shangluo and replaces it... It will also reduce a lot of hostility!"

Neither of them expected that Xiong Xian had already thought so far, even planning for the downfall of the royal family.

The astonishment on the faces of the two generals under him was seen by Xiong Xian, which made him feel helpless, not everyone thought as much as he did.

But Xiong Xian knew very well that even a big country like Qin Qiwu would collapse, and it was normal for the powerless Zhou family to be swept away in the big waves sweeping the world.

What they don't know is that the last one who can go ashore safely is the tiger in the north, or the dragon in Chu.

(End of this chapter)