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Chapter 569 Han Dynasty Envoy
"What do you think about this matter?" When Yue Wang Yinxu was confused and worried, he invited all the counselors to help him refer.This matter is serious and must be taken seriously.

The Chu and Han countries actually started peace talks?Although the monarch and ministers of the Yue Kingdom said that they had expected it, they still couldn't help being a little surprised.Especially Wei Liao, he thought of this first, and the thing he was most worried about happened.Although Yue Guofang has already realized it, there is no way to stop it. Now he can only find a way to resolve it.

"This change is a bit too fast. The two countries were still at war a few days ago. Why did they start peace talks in a blink of an eye?" Maybe he was getting older, and Li Si was not used to such a fast pace for a while.

Wei Liao said: "It's not surprising, the wars and peace between princes are like this."

Having had the experience of those years, Wei Liao feels that the current situation is similar to that of the Seven Heroes of the Warring States Period, with the same princes annexing and fighting for hegemony.The difference is only a few people have been changed, and the distribution of land and strength is somewhat different.The relationship between the country and the key is naturally the same as before.Whether it is war or peace, left is nothing more than a choice and combination of interests.

What each vassal state should pay attention to is the impact of various peace and war relations on itself.For Yue, if Western Chu and Han really formed an alliance, the consequences would be very serious.It will mean many difficulties and many dangers.All in all, what Yue country didn't want to see, what was most worried about, has indeed happened now.

Yin Xu said: "It happened too suddenly. The envoys from the Chu and Han countries will almost arrive in Hongdu, right?"

Although they were a little wary before, they were a little negligent when they received the news that the envoys from Chu and Han countries had come to Hongdu one after another.It is precisely because of this that Yin Xu was a little confused, what kind of trouble are Liu Bang and Xiang Yu going to do?
Chen Ping nodded and said: "Yes, the envoy of the Western Chu Kingdom is Wu She, from Xu/Yi, who just went to Qi as an envoy a while ago, and it seems to be very successful. So this time Xiang Yu sent him again, and now he has crossed the river When we arrive in Kuaiji, we will arrive in Hongdu in a few days. The envoy of the Han State is named Li Ze, and he is not well-known, but since he was selected by Liu Bang as an envoy, he must not be a simple person. Because Huainan is controlled by the Western Chu State, Li Ze came via Linjiang, and he took the water route, so he might reach Hongdu faster than Wu She."

Although the envoys from the Chu and Han countries have not yet arrived, the Yue State has already obtained the basic information of the envoys.Know yourself, know your enemy, and win a hundred battles, and the country of Yue is absolutely well-prepared for this convenience.So now when Yin Xu asks, Chen Ping can answer immediately.Perhaps Prime Minister Chen was already studying the information, and he was planning how to prescribe the right medicine to the two envoys.

Yin Xu is very satisfied with this. With such a prime minister, many things can be relieved.

Chen Ping continued: "Your Majesty, judging from the current situation, the peace talks between the Chu and Han countries were not planned early in the morning, but more likely happened by chance. Because of the distance, the envoys of the two countries have not yet received the letter from the master. They never returned halfway, so I think they might still come to Hongdu."

Yin Xu agrees with this, and he relies on Feiying to get the news, and Feiying from station to station can deliver the news at the first time.It may be difficult for the envoys of the two countries to keep in touch with the capital and the base camp.The envoys of the two countries will still come to Hongdu, what can they talk to themselves when they arrive?

But in fact, judging from the current peace talks between the two countries, there may be no talk with Yue.But Yin Xu is still very interested now, and wants to meet the envoys of the two countries and hear Liu Bang and Xiang Yu's previous thoughts and attitudes.Calculated according to the time, when these envoys who did not know the matter left, the King of Han and the Overlord of Western Chu must have given the opportunity face-to-face, and there were many explanations.

Yin Xu said: "In this case, I will meet them in Hongdu and see what Liu Bang and Xiang Yu think."

Wei Liao said with a smile: "I also think so, even if they talk about peace in Guangwu Mountain, there may not be any results. Let's find out from these two envoys first, and then we can discuss in the long term."

"Your Majesty, don't worry, the outcome of the matter may not be so bad." Chen Ping also offered words of comfort.

Yin Xu nodded and said: "What you two said is that the widow will wait first and wait and see what happens. But there is one thing, Guangwu Mountain and Xingyang need to pay close attention to it, and be careful on the front line."

There is always nothing wrong with taking precautions before they happen. Even if you are not worried about the outcome of the peace talks between Liu Bang and Xiang Yu, you must do a good job of defense.But with Su Jiao on the east front and Yingbu and Pu Jun on the west, there is basically nothing to worry about.

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The envoys from the Chu and Han countries were all on their way to Hongdu, and the Western Chu side might have been closer.However, Wu She didn't come quickly. First, he was a little apprehensive and repulsed by this mission to Yue, so he didn't want to complete it in time.Secondly, it happened that he was from Xu/Yi, and he was slightly delayed when he passed by his hometown, maybe he wanted to return to his hometown!It's rare for him to get to where he is today. How can he do it without showing off a little in his hometown?Therefore, the trip was delayed.

And Li Ze, the emissary of the Han Dynasty, is Zhang Liang's disciple, and also a young talent in Mr. Zhang Liang's think tank.Although Mr. Zhang Liang is extremely scheming, there must be some people around him who can advise and handle affairs.Li Ze was the best among them. After Liu Bang told Zhang Liang about the envoy to Yue, he arranged for Li Ze to come.The matter is very important, and Zhang Liang believes that this confidant can handle things well.

Li Ze set off from Xingyang, because Huainan was controlled by the Western Chu State, so he could not go directly to Yue State.In desperation, he had no choice but to take a detour and go to Xiangyang City in the Mian River.After a long period of time, Liu Jia has already built a fortress city here that is not very large in scale, but is indeed very strong. The purpose is to guard against the army of the Yue Kingdom in Bashu and Linjiang.

Xiangyang is located in the upper reaches of the Mian River, so Li Ze took a boat all the way down the river, then entered the big river at Linjiang, and directly arrived at Hongdu, the capital of the Yue Kingdom.

When Li Ze came to Hongdu, he discovered why Mr. Zifang attached so much importance to the trip to Yue.Along the way, the customs and customs of the Yue Kingdom are second to none. Its national power is strong and the people's lives are well-off.It is completely different from the situation in the north. Looking at it, people can't help but have some thoughts and a little shock.

The port outside the city of Hongdu is full of thousands of sails and hundreds of boats competing for the flow. There are constant wars in the north, but the east of the river is indeed prosperous.There are green crops on both sides of the road, and it is located in the humid and warm south. The grain output of Yue country can be imagined.The three armies went ahead without using food and grass, and the Yue State had already taken the lead in this regard.Convenient waterways and countless ships have become the best means of transportation, which is very convenient.

The most important thing is that the Yue Kingdom in the south has basically not been harassed by the flames of war. It can be said that Wufu Minfeng is prosperous.This point is incomparable among the three kingdoms of Chu, Han and Qi, and it will also play a big role in future duels.Property is only one aspect, and it is even better in military affairs.

The tall and strong city of Hongdu was built after King Yin Xu of Yue ascended the throne. The majesty and firmness of the city reflects the financial strength and military defense of the State of Yue.The tight defense and the bustling streets in the city all reflect the economic situation and national strength of Yue State from the side.Xingyang absolutely does not have such a beautiful scene, even Guanzhong should not be like this.

The Yue soldiers at the gate of the city were all energetic and heroic, and they were extraordinary from their figures and appearances.Li Ze entered Hongdu City in such a shock. He originally wanted to find a way to contact the Han spies lurking in Hongdu City, but the Yue people did not give him this opportunity at all.

Chen Ping, Prime Minister of Yue Kingdom, came to greet him immediately on behalf of King Yin Xu of Yue. Chen Ping had a noble status, so he was flattered by such a high courtesy.In this way, Li Ze's actions will inevitably be affected, and it is impossible to make small moves secretly.Although he didn't have any definite evidence or discovery, he could clearly feel that there seemed to be eyes staring at him since he stepped into the territory of Yue.It was precisely because of this that Li Ze didn't dare to act rashly, and he didn't dare to easily anger Mr. Zhang Liang, so he could not bear to be inserted into Hongdu's eyes and ears.In desperation, he had no choice but to obediently go to meet Yue Wang Yinxu.

The first feeling when I saw Li Ze was that he was young.Neither King Yin Xu of Yue nor his courtiers thought that the envoys of the Han Kingdom were so young, they looked only in their twenties.Can Liu Bang, the king of Han, choose such a person at ease?Is it because you want newborn calves not afraid of tigers?Or is it just that the material is very, very young?But when they thought about how young and promising they were as King Yue, they were relieved.It's not surprising to say that Yin Xu was already the majestic king of Yue when he was a weak crown.Li Ze is just a small envoy, even with Zhang Yi, Su Qin's eloquence is nothing more than a lobbyist.

"Hanchen Li Ze pays homage to the King of Yue!" In the main hall of the Yue King's Palace, Li Ze pays homage to the Yue King Yin Xu who seems to be not much older than himself.

"Excuse me!" Yin Xu smiled and was very kind.

"The king of Han ordered his ministers to say hello to the king of Yue on his behalf!" Li Ze first sent the kindness of Liu Bang, the king of Han, which was all courtesy.

Yin Xu smiled and said, "Thank you King of Han for your kindness! Sir, please sit down!"

Wu She, the envoy from the Western Chu State, had not yet arrived. Yin Xu gave the envoy of the Han State a grand welcome and treated him very well.Li Ze is just a young man, and he also wants to be called Mr. Wang, which shows how courteous the King of Yue is to him.

Li Ze was also a little flattered, how comfortable Yue Wang Yinxu treats others like this!In this way, the tension in his heart disappeared.

"Is everything alright with King Han?" Yin Xu asked politely.

"Thank Yue King Hong Fu, everything is fine for Han Wang." Li Ze answered very decently.

Yin Xu continued: "I heard that the Western Chu State launched an attack on your country's Xingyang and Chenggao again. I wonder what's going on?"

Li Ze knew about this, nodded and said: "Yes, Xiang Yu overestimated his strength and tried to destroy the Han Kingdom. They can't do anything about the city. They can't take advantage of it." Li Ze answered firmly.

"Oh, how is the battle going now, sir, can you know?" Yin Xu asked seemingly casually.

Li Ze shook his head lightly and said, "I don't know about this yet. I came here by boat, and I haven't heard the news of many things in time, so I don't know the specific situation of the current battle in Xingyang."

Yin Xu nodded thoughtfully, but he felt a little excited in his heart. He asked this question for no other reason than to get some information from him by insinuating.Li Ze's answer told him that as a messenger, he really didn't know what happened now.So at least, you can still hear some so-called truths from his mouth, and indirectly understand Hanwang Liu Bang's original intentions are good.

"Oh, that's it! Hongdu and Xingyang are indeed thousands of miles away, and I haven't heard the news yet." Yin Xu was trying to smooth things over, and he must not easily reveal the fact that Feiying delivered the news in front of Li Ze. great secret.

"I don't know why sir is here?" Yin Xu asked straight to the point.

Li Ze said with a smile: "The King of Yue has just appointed Lu Yi, the little princess of our country, as his wife. Such a happy event, the King of Han will naturally send his ministers to congratulate him. The princess is the wife's younger sister. From now on, the King of Yue and our King of Han will be brothers-in-law. It’s more about walking around and helping each other.”

Although what he said was true, Yin Xu had no intention of making a relationship with Liu Bang.He knew very well in his heart that the envoy from the Yue Kingdom could not be just for such a trivial matter.However, the last two sentences seemed to have something in them. Yin Xu heard it in his ears and said, "Thank you so much, King of Han and Mr. Lu Yi and the widow are considered to be a match made in heaven. I really want to thank King of Han."

Li Ze continued: "The King of Yue is being polite. I came here this time to thank you. But more than that, the King of Han still has a big matter to discuss with the King of Yue. He sent a minister to pass on the message and discuss the details." So he told everyone that the general direction of his peace talks in Vietnam had been set.He has the right to weigh some details.

"Oh?" Finally got to the point, Yin Xu felt a little excited.At the same time, I am looking forward to seeing what kind of tricks Liu Bang is going to play?
"What's the big deal?" Yin Xu asked softly, and his expression became a little more serious.

Li Ze looked around, looking at the monarch and ministers of the Yue Kingdom in the main hall, hesitating to speak.

Yin Xu shook his head and said: "Don't have any scruples, but it's okay to say." From this, it can be seen that what Li Ze said is definitely not a trivial matter.However, Yin Xu has always been aware that the people standing in the hall, especially the issues discussed today, are all trustworthy people.

Only then did Li Ze say in a deep voice: "Yes, the important officials of the King of Han brought a message to the King of Yue, and the two countries will join forces to deal with the Western Chu Kingdom."

(End of this chapter)