Competing

Chapter 334
Fan Yilan is just speculating like this, as for what exactly happened to Yin Xu, she is not very clear!Although Yin Xu had returned to Shanyin safely, he still couldn't help being a little worried and asked, "Any other news from Shanyin?"

Fan Qing said: "Dongou Siyao and Minyue Wuzhu jointly lead the army to attack north!"

"Oh?" Fan Yilan's expression tensed at first, but soon she was relieved, and sighed: "Sooner or later, Si Yao and Wu Zhu are just small roles, and I think King Yue can solve it smoothly!"

Fan Qing said: "According to your previous instructions, Fan Kun has donated another batch of grain, and he also found that the King Yue's demand does not seem to be very big. Although there is no direct news, the Zhou family and the Xu family may be finished."

Fan Yilan said: "With Yin Xu's means, these things can definitely be done. It's not surprising! The Zhou family and the Xu family are just clowns with only a little bit of strength. Take death!"

Fan Qing took this very seriously. In this regard, the Fan family has done the most incisively and vividly. Compared with Zhou Xu's family, it is simply not worth mentioning. How dare Yinghuo compete with Haoyue!With such a powerful Fan family, they still need to be cautious and low-key when doing things.On the contrary, their small families are arrogant and high-profile, so this demise is inevitable.

Fan Yilan said: "Okay, don't worry about the affairs of the Yue Kingdom, I believe in the ability of the King of Yue, and just wait for the good news. But you have to send someone to pay attention at any time, and report any changes to me at any time!"

Fan Qing said: "Miss, don't worry, Fan Qing will definitely get it done!"

"En!" She saw Fan Qing's ability, so she didn't have the slightest doubt. He believed that this capable confidant would do everything well!Pausing for a moment, Fan Yilan ordered after a little contemplation: "Now that Qichu is at war, the situation over there is the key. We must keep abreast of the development of the war over there. There is also the family's foundation in Dingtao, and the third uncle's Trends... Qi Di's property is all in the hands of the third uncle, I am always a little uneasy, not at ease..."

Fan Qing said: "Miss, don't worry too much, these matters are under the master's control, Dingtao has Fan Bai and Fan Jin over there, it seems to be no serious problem!"

Fan Yilan was still worried: "I hope so, it's better to pay more attention, it's always good to take precautions before they happen!"

Fan Qing nodded and said, "Naturally, it's an eventful time, so you really need to be careful, and your subordinates will make arrangements for it!"

Pengcheng, the Palace of the King of Western Chu!

The palace in Pengcheng was first built in the era of Jingju and Qin Jia. Later, King Huai of Chu experienced a series of expansions after moving his capital to Pengcheng, so it became quite large.Coupled with Xiang Yuxi's current status as the overlord of Chu, the scale and luxury of this palace is definitely the leader among the nineteen princes and kings.

After Xiang Yu returned from Guanzhong, as the capital of the world's largest vassal state, Pengcheng's development and prosperity developed rapidly, and it was not prosperous.Xiang Yu generously rewarded meritorious ministers in the country, and the whole Western Chu Kingdom was enjoying themselves.The land stolen from the various princes is also under control. In terms of land area, number of troops, and national strength, Western Chu is truly number one in the world. It is precisely because of this that Xiang Yu, the overlord of Western Chu, is very satisfied. among.

But this kind of satisfaction and good feeling was soon interrupted by someone, and the troublemaker was Tian Rong, Prime Minister of Qi State.Some adverse effects of enfeoffment in Guanzhong were also revealed because of this, and it was precisely because of this that they wanted to weaken the powerful Qi State.In addition, Tian Rong, who deliberately made things difficult for his uncle Xiang Liang, caused the Qi State and Tian Rong himself to suffer unfair treatment. Only a few months after the enfeoffment ended, these hidden contradictions and crises also broke out one after another. The silence was also broken in an instant.

At this time, a tall and mighty man was walking by, and it was Xiang Yu, the overlord of Western Chu, the overlord who looked down on the world.Her beloved concubine Yu Ji is ill, he just went to visit, and now he has not become the queen, the most beloved woman is Yu Ziqi's younger sister Yu Ji.Everyone didn't quite understand why the Overlord loved Yu Ji so much, but why he didn't make her queen, it was really strange to say this.

Concubine Yu herself doesn't care about this matter, as long as Xiang Yu loves her, that's enough. As for whether she is a queen, concubine or concubine Ji, it's not that important.Yu Ji's elder brother, Yu Ziqi, didn't care too much, at least he didn't want his sister to rise to a high position because of his military achievements, or rely on his sister's favored nepotism.

The subjects of the Western Chu Kingdom were puzzled for a long time, and they were relieved when they had a guess.Maybe there are other candidates for the position of Queen, or maybe the Overlord wants that when Mrs. Yu Ji gives birth to a crown prince, the mother is more expensive than the child, and it is justifiable to take the queen position!

But what is the real reason, only Xiang Yu himself and his father Fan Zeng.Xiang Yu walked all the way, and when he thought of this, he became a little depressed, and couldn't help but sigh deeply.Concubine Yu is his favorite woman, and now he is the highest and supreme person in the world, even if he wants to make his most beloved woman a queen, it will inevitably make people feel sad and depressed when thinking about it.

Speaking carefully, everything went smoothly, but there was resistance at the last moment.This pressure and resistance did not come from anywhere else, it was Yafu Fan Zeng who stopped him.When he told Fan Zeng that he wanted to make Concubine Yu the empress, Fan Yafu immediately expressed his opposition, and he spoke righteously, leaving no room for loosening.

Fan Zeng's reason was none other than the study of astrology and divination, which he was best at.Fan Zeng believes that Yu Ji herself is not good for Xiang Yu's fate and kingly aura, and to some extent it will threaten Wang Tu's hegemony.According to his idea, it is not just about not making Concubine Yu the queen, but driving her away and staying away!
Maybe when I was in Jiangdong, Xu/Yi and Pengcheng, because Xiang Yu has not reached this point, the development of Tianshu has not reached this stage.So Fan Zeng never minded the existence of Concubine Yu, but now that Xiang Yu has become the overlord of Western Chu, he is likely to become the new master of the world, so at this time, these things are becoming more and more important.In Fan Zeng's eyes, no one is more important than Xiang Yu's luck and the king's hegemony of the Western Chu Kingdom, so any possible threats and obstacles must be killed in the cradle.

Concubine Yu is a rare beauty, almost the most beautiful in the world, and Xiang Yu loves her deeply.But in Fan Zeng's eyes, there was already a little bit more of a confidante.So when Xiang Yu said that he wanted to make Yu Ji his queen, Fan Zeng immediately expressed strong opposition.

He was naturally dissatisfied with Xiang Yu, and had a lot of arguments with Fan Zeng, but Fan Zeng would never give in on this principled issue.Xiang Yu was helpless, no matter what Fan Zeng said, he was his father, and he helped him infinitely. Without him, it would be impossible for him to have the status and achievements he has today.Fan Zeng is over 70 years old, it can be said that Xiang Yu has worked hard for himself, and Xiang Yu is not good at making the old man sad.

Moreover, Fan Zeng was firm in what he said. He missed important things a few times because he was disobedient, so he had no choice but to agree.Fortunately, Yu Ji is kind and sensible, she doesn't care about anything, and shows great tolerance and understanding.But Xiang Yu also has his own bottom line. If he does not make Yu Ji the queen, it is impossible to drive her away.Xiang Yu did have such an idea, that is, when Yu Ji gave birth to a child, she would become queen again. At that time, Fan Zeng would have no way or reason to continue to object!
Xiang Yu hurried into the study. Fan Zeng had already been waiting here. When he saw Xiang Yu coming in, he asked, "Yu'er, where have you been? Why did you wait so long to come here?"

Xiang Yu said in a deep voice: "Concubine Yu is ill, I'll go and see her!"

Fan Zeng frowned: "Didn't I tell you not to get in touch with Concubine Yu too much? Why didn't you listen?"

Xiang Yu said displeased: "Father Ya, what are you talking about? I should always visit Yuji when she is ill! And Yuji is beautiful, kind, gentle and sensible. What did she do wrong? Why are you always like this?" Don't like him? Do you still want to say that about her? "

Fan Zeng said in a deep voice: "That's right, Yuji is indeed good in everything. She did a good job. The only thing she did wrong is that she shouldn't appear by your side. Although he is good, he has nothing to do with your luck and future." On the contrary, there will be many obstacles and harms, Yafu has said it many times, why don't you listen?"

Yu Ji was ill, and Xiang Yu was already in a bad mood, but Fan Zeng became even more upset when he said this again, and his words suddenly turned cold, and he said, "Okay, I have my own discretion in this matter, Yafu doesn't have to worry too much about it." Speak!"

Fan Zeng sighed secretly, a little displeased and disappointed.Knowing that it might be troublesome to continue talking, he changed the subject and said: "Tian Rong's army will attack our Western Chu border again. This matter needs to be taken seriously, and it is better to deal with it earlier!"

Xiang Yu nodded and said: "That's right, I have sent Long Qi, Yu Ziqi, and Zhongli Mei to lead the army northward to defend against the enemy, aren't they now facing off at the border?"

Fan Zeng nodded and said: "That's right, the confrontation at the border is true, but it's been almost ten days, and there is no victory at all. Tian Rong's Qi army is still suppressing the border of our country, and it keeps adding troops to the border. It's not very far from Pengcheng!"

Xiang Yu wondered: "Could it be that Father Ya is afraid that they will come to attack Pengcheng? Don't worry at all, Tian Rong doesn't have this ability yet, what can he do? He is just a clown, and he can be dealt with in a short time."

Fan Zeng said: "It is certain to defeat Tian Rong. Yafu has never doubted the strength of our Western Chu Kingdom and your ability, Yu'er! This is not the way to handle this matter. The strength of Qi Kingdom should not be underestimated. If Tian Rong is allowed to act like this, the matter will become bigger and more out of control. If you want to defeat him, it will not be easy to clean up the situation, and it will also lose the interests of the Western Chu Kingdom, and for Yuer Your prestige and majesty will also be damaged, so it cannot be dragged on like this."

Xiang Yu said: "It doesn't matter. Although the Qi State is not weak, it cannot be compared with our Western Chu State. Now that the widows have controlled every piece of land in the vast territory of Western Chu, we have the most powerful army and combat power. A state of Qi is still easy. Back then, Tian Rong sat idly by and caused his uncle to die unfortunately. Because of various wishes, he has never settled accounts with him. Now he is ignorant, ignorant of the heights of heaven and earth, and he came to the door by himself, so just right, I want to kill him Cut the corpse into ten thousand pieces, so as to avenge my uncle!"

Fan Zeng said: "Yes, it is certain to take revenge for Marshal Xiang, but wouldn't it be better for you to execute it yourself? A quick battle, defeating the Qi State, and destroying Tian Rong will comfort Marshal Xiang in the sky! Now we are in the Western Chu Kingdom It can be said that Tian Rong's offensive is a bit half-dead, and if Tian Rong is allowed to be arrogant and invest all the troops of Qi State, it will also be a huge harm and consumption to us. It is definitely not a wise move! And the flames of war have extended to Western Chu State In the territory, it is our land and people that will be damaged. This is definitely not a good thing. Especially since the border between Qi and Chu is too close to Pengcheng, security needs to be paid more attention to.

Although it is impossible for Tian Rong's Qi army to attack Pengcheng, once the Qi army comes to the city, or approaches Pengcheng.Then it will inevitably make the princes of the world ridicule, and damage the dignity of the Western Chu Kingdom and Yu'er!So this battle is still maintained at the border, or as far as possible to attack Qi, the loss is Tian Rong, we'd better take this opportunity to defeat Tian Rong, even those lands of Qi! "

Xiang Yu nodded and said: "Father Ya is right, the widow will order to urge the dragon to stop them, if not, let Xiang Zhuang lead the troops to support them, I think it will not take long, and the good news will come back!"

Fan Zeng said: "Hasn't Yu'er ever thought of going on a personal conquest? This quick battle is the best. If it drags on for a long time, even if we win Qi, it will be a miserable victory. After we have been dragged into a long-term battle, we will consume a lot of energy. It will be of great benefit. And there are many nights and dreams. After the Western Chu Kingdom falls into a stalemate in the war, other things may be ready to move in the end. The Western Wei King in the Central Plains, the Western Yanzhao, the Jiu/Jiang King Yingbu in the South, and the Yue King Yin Xu, all have to guard against it! "

"Didn't Si Yao and Wu Zhu send troops already? With Dongou and Minyue supporting him, Yin Xu himself will be in a state of distress, so he can't care about us, so don't worry! As for the imperial conquest, it's not impossible, it's just that Concubine Yu is sick now, and she can't leave for a while, I'd better wait for a few more days, and after she recovers, I will lead the army northward and defeat Tian Rong in one fell swoop!" Xiang Yu hesitated for a moment, and replied in a deep voice!

Is it Yuji again?Fan Zeng was so angry that he was immediately annoyed, and said loudly, "Yu'er, for this woman, you even disregarded the military and state affairs? Yuji is ill, and there are doctors and attendants to take care of her, so what can you do if you stay?" ? There are hundreds of thousands of troops waiting for you on the border, and you just ignore them like this? In your eyes, is a woman more important than the national interests, safety and development of Chu State?

Now it seems that the old man is right, this woman is a beauty! "

(End of this chapter)