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Chapter 90 Break up
Zishui Tangtang, a magnificent city by the river, is Linzi, the capital of Qi State.

Linzi has a long history. It was originally named Yingqiu.During the period of the Three Emperors and Five Emperors, many well-known clans and tribes gathered here.King Wu of Zhou overthrew the Shang Dynasty and established the Zhou Dynasty. In the second year of King Wu, he appointed Jiang Shang, the famous Jiang Ziya, in Qi, and established Yingqiu, the capital of Qi.During the time of Duke Xiangong of Qi, the name was changed to Linzi because the capital was adjacent to Zishui in the east.

The Jiang family has been in power for 32 generations since the Taigong, through the Western Zhou Dynasty and the Spring and Autumn Period, and ruled Qi for more than six or seven years. It was called Jiang Qi in history.In 386 BC, the doctor Tian He moved to Kanggong in the East China Sea, usurped power and established himself. It was called the Tian family on behalf of Qi in history, and Linzi was still the capital.After eight generations of monarchs, they ruled Qi for more than 160 years, and it was called Tian Qi in history.

In 221 BC, after Qin destroyed Han, Wei, Chu, Yan, and Zhao, the general Wang Ben attacked Qi State from the south of Yandi, captured King Jian of Qi, and Qi State perished.Qin set up Linzi County, which belongs to Qi County.

After Chen Sheng and Wu Guangze Township Uprising, the grandsons of the six eastern kings returned to their countries one after another.When Chen Sheng's department sent Chen Sheng to send Zhou Shi to attack the city in the east, to the land of Di in the state of Qi, Tian Dan, a descendant of the royal family of Qi, and his younger brothers Tian Rong and Tian Heng killed the local county magistrate.Tian Dan proclaimed himself King of Qi and occupied the entire Qi territory.In the second year of Qin II, Qin general Zhang Han besieged Wei King Wei Jiu in Linji, and Tian Dan led his troops to rescue Wei.Zhang Han ordered his soldiers to hold the coins in their mouths at night, smashed the Qi and Chu armies, and killed Tian Dan under Linji.

After Tian Dan's death, the nobles of Qi State in Linzi supported Tian Jia, the place where King Qi was built, as king. Tian Rong of Linji was furious when he heard the news.Tian Shi, the son of Tian Dan, was made king of Qi, and he led his army back to attack Tianjia.Tian Jia was defeated and fled to Xuyi, the capital of Chu. He sent Xiang Tianjiao and Tian Xian brothers to Zhao State for help.Tian Rong supported his nephew Tian Shi to be in charge of Linzi.

At this time, the Zishui River is rippling, and the afterglow of the setting sun falls on the river. Half of the river is rustling and half of it is red, which is really beautiful.The refreshing river wind comes from the river, diluting the heat of early autumn.At a pavilion near the river, Qi Xiang Tian Rong was entertaining guests.

Although Tian Shi is the king of Qi, he is cowardly and has no prestige in the army. Everything is decided by his uncle Tian Rong.Tian Rong also seemed to have become the real and unnamed Supreme Emperor of Qi.Tonight, although Linzi Terrace is a banquet, there are only a few guests.

Tian Rong, who is on the main seat, looks more than 50 years old, but his actual age is only in his early [-]s. Perhaps it is because he has been fighting outside for a long time, and he is too old because of the wind, food, sleep, and exhaustion.Tian Rong is not tall, and he doesn't have the image of a Dongyi person or a Shandong man, but he looks very stocky.

The chief below is the only guest at the banquet tonight. This person is dressed as a scribe and merchant, with brocade clothes, clothes and hair accessories inlaid with gold and jade, and his whole body reveals the aura of jewels.The guest's skin is delicate and fair, and at first glance he looks like a well-to-do kid from a wealthy family, and he looks at most in his forties.The lips are thin, the eyes are constantly rolling, shrewd and scheming at the same time.

The two accompanying people on the other side, a mighty and brave Qi general Tian Heng, is very loyal and upright.The other is Lord Gaoling, who is also a son of the Qi clan.

Tian Rong raised his glass and said, "Mr. Fan, thanks to your food and grass assistance, we were able to win so easily."

Mr. Fan raised his cup and said with a smile, "Your Majesty Tian is very polite. Daqi's army is mighty and brave. They are invincible and invincible. This is the only way to achieve such a great victory. Wen Ke is just doing his best!"

Mr. Gaoling smiled and said, "Mr. Fan is humble. When he sells tens of thousands of shi of grain, Mr. Fan is a well-deserved leader among the wealthy merchants in Qi."

"Where is there?" Fan Wenke said: "Liberal science is just relying on the shadow of our ancestors to do our best for the restoration and stability of Daqi. Only when Daqi is stable and strong, can we do business with peace of mind and have money to earn, right? "

In this battle of Tian Rong, the army was short of rations, thanks to Mr. Fan Wenke's timely delivery of food aid, the urgent need was resolved.Of course, the businessman is interested in profits, and he has given such a lot of help, so the business in Qi will naturally be taken care of in the future.The benefits obtained may be several times or even dozens of times.In the Warring States Period, Qin and Han Dynasties, wars were raging, and wars continued. If businessmen wanted to survive and make money, they had to rely on the officials of the princes to gain a place.

The outstanding ones among the businessmen are even more involved in national politics, not only their status has been unprecedentedly improved, but the benefits they have gained are even more unlimited.For example, Lu Buwei, a South Korean businessman in the past, met Qin's prince Yiren in Handan, and thought that the strange goods could be lived in. He used his wealth to push Yiren to the position of King Qin, and he himself became the prime minister of Qin State.

At this time, Tian Rong still has a large shortage of military supplies, so he naturally wants to win over Fan Wenke, and Mr. Fan naturally wants to expand his interests in Qi.The two hit it off immediately, and there was a banquet tonight.Because Tian Jia was defeated, everyone was in a good mood, and the simple banquet was a joy for both the host and the guests.

"Tianjia went to Xuyi. It seems that the truth is that he will meet the king of Chu, so he can kill the traitor."

"That's right! Tianjiao died in Zhao, so he should inform King Zhao to kill him!"

"Zhang Han is attacking Chu with all his strength. Chu is under a lot of pressure. He will inevitably ask me, Da Qi, for help. Killing the field and leaving the country is the prerequisite for sending troops!"

Just when they were in high spirits, talking about how to kill people, the bad news came that General Zhang Han of the Qin State led [-] Qin troops into the territory of Qi State.

Tian Rong was stunned and didn't react for a moment.Lord Gaoling asked back in astonishment, "What nonsense are you talking about? Zhang Han is fighting against the state of Chu, how could he appear in the territory of Daqi?"

The messenger who came to report trembled and said: "It is absolutely true that Zhang Han's army disappeared in Jishui due to the thick fog. It never occurred to him that he was marching eastward along Jishui and had already landed in the territory of Daqi. Advance to Linzi. The border guard has already sent an urgent letter, and Ji Bu, the Chu Pengcheng guard, also sent a letter saying that Zhang Han is missing and may raid my Daqi. Let us be careful. When the document arrives, Zhang Han The attack has already been launched, the border is unprepared, and the casualties are heavy."

Tian Heng stood up, took a look at the two letters, and understood that this time was absolutely true.Tian Heng was the top leader, and the envoy hurriedly retreated as if he had received an amnesty.

"Xiangguo, it seems that this matter is absolutely true! Zhang Han set up such a big game, so that everyone already wants to attack Chu, and the actual goal is us Daqi!" Tian Heng is also a heroic and wise person. Add scrutiny to figure out the cause and effect.

Tian Rong completely lost his previous interest, accepted the fact silently, and said after a long time: "In this case, let's fight, sooner or later! Mr. Fan, I need your help for military rations?"

Fan Wenke cupped his hands and said: "President Tian, ​​don't worry, I will help you with all my strength!" After a moment of hesitation, he said again: "President Tian, ​​it may not be easy to fight against Zhang Han with the strength of Qi alone. Do you want to ask Chu, Yan and Zhao for help? ?”

Tian Rong said: "Yanzhao is far away from Qi, I'm afraid it will be too late, Chu... Chu will be held back by the Qin army, and I'm afraid there will be no troops to help."

Tian Heng shook his head and said: "Xiangguo, maybe you can try it. Zhang Han is now dividing his forces to attack Qi and Chu at the same time. Qi and Chu are actually one. If Qi is defeated, Chu will be in a bad situation. Only if the two countries cooperate with each other, may they be able to Fight Zhang Han."

Lord Gao Ling also suggested: "Chu must be aware of the problem, otherwise it would not send a letter to remind us, if we go to Chu, please join the Chu army."

Tian Rong thought for a while, nodded and said, "Well, Mr. Gao Ling, you should go to Chu State!"

"I have an old relationship with Chu State Commander Yin Songyi, if I go to Chu with Lord Gaoling, maybe I can be busy!" Fan Wenke turned his eyes and immediately asked.

Tian Heng cupped his hands and said, "Since that's the case, there is Mr. Lao Fan!"

Fan Wenke pursed his lips and smiled, with a burst of pride in his heart, he thought: Brother, who said Song Yi can't do it?It's man-made, and I'll prove it to you!

Night has fallen, and the lights of thousands of houses in Linzi city are really spectacular.Everyone was not in a good mood, and a feast became extremely unpleasant, and they broke up unhappy...

(End of this chapter)