Zhao Weiwang in the Warring States Period

Chapter 3 Twenty Two Trash! (third change)

As the monarch of the Zhao Kingdom and one of the overlords of the world today, Zhao Dan's every move has attracted much attention.

In addition, Zhao Dan came with an army of tens of thousands of people this time, so it was impossible for Luoyi to be ignorant of it.

Seeing that Luoyi gradually enlarged in Zhao Dan's sight, someone suddenly came to report: "Your Majesty, there are Dukes of Eastern Zhou and Dukes of Western Zhou presenting gifts by the roadside, and they want to see Your Majesty!"

"Duke of Eastern Zhou, Duke of Western Zhou?" Zhao Dan was taken aback for a moment, then the corner of his mouth was pulled slightly, revealing a rather meaningful look: "These two guys, if they still have some insight, let's call them over."

Just when Zhao Dan issued the summoning order, at the city gate of Luoyi, two groups of people were confronting each other on both sides of the road.

Headed by two noble men dressed luxuriously and wearing princely crowns, if you look carefully, you will find that their faces are somewhat similar.

I saw the slender horse-faced aristocratic man on the left side of the road shouting: "The traitor of the Eastern Zhou Dynasty, you have stolen it for a long time, and you should return it to the emperor quickly!"

The fat, round-faced aristocratic man on the right side of the road was furious when he heard the words, and shouted: "The traitor of the Western Zhou Dynasty, you have held the emperor hostage for many years, and I don't know how many people with lofty ideals in the world hate you, how dare you speak such wild words in front of me? hand, I will tear your chariot apart and die!"

The two of you came and went and scolded like no aristocrats, which attracted the attention of many passing merchants, and someone asked in a low voice: "Who are these two people, and why are they acting like a woman here?" ?”

Someone in the know laughed and said, "This is the famous Duke of Eastern Zhou and Western Zhou."

As soon as this remark came out, the people around immediately said "Oh", and then they all dispersed with expressions of "So it's these two idiots" on their faces.

Just when the Duke of Eastern Zhou and the Duke of Western Zhou were fighting vigorously, there was a sudden sound of horseshoes, and a moment later, a Zhao Guo messenger appeared in front of the two of them, with an arrogant expression: "Your Majesty has something to say, I want you two to meet at the same time!"

The Duke of Eastern Zhou and the Duke of Western Zhou looked at each other in dismay, and at the same time they poohed at each other, then turned their heads and smiled at the messenger at the same time: "Please trouble the messenger to lead the way."

After a while, the two arrived in front of King Zhao Dan.

The two did not dare to be negligent, and immediately got off their horses and saluted: "I have seen King Zhao!"

Even at this time, the two did not forget to stare fiercely at each other.

Zhao Dan sat on the king's car, looked down at the two incompatible guys in front of him, and couldn't help laughing.

Originally, Zhou Tianzi only had such a small territory, but in the end he had to split into two countries. Isn't this nonsense?

You must know that the Western Zhou Dynasty and the Eastern Zhou Dynasty are the names given by historians of later generations. There is no such thing as "Western Zhou King" and "Eastern Zhou King" these days.

Therefore, the Duke of Western Zhou and the Duke of Eastern Zhou are not the emperor of Zhou, but the vassals entrusted by the emperor of Zhou.

Yes, decades ago, the then Emperor Zhou divided his last bit of territory into two countries, one was the Western Zhou Dynasty and the other was the Eastern Zhou Dynasty.

This is the origin of the Duke of the Western Zhou Dynasty and the Duke of the Eastern Zhou Dynasty.

The funniest thing is that these two families originally came from the same source, the grandfathers of the Duke of Western Zhou and the Duke of Eastern Zhou were both the same Emperor of Zhou, but now the two families are screaming and killing each other, wishing to tear each other into pieces.

Zhao Dan coughed and said to Duke Xizhou, "Where is the Son of Heaven?"

The Duke of the Western Zhou Dynasty was shocked when he heard the words, and he thought that the Son of Heaven was frightened by the movement of your tens of thousands of troops, and he was hiding in the city trembling.

But what Duke Xizhou said when he opened his mouth was: "Back to your lord, the emperor is not feeling well and is recuperating."

In fact, the hearts of the three people present are very bright. This week, the emperor is resting. It is obvious that he wants to lose face and is too embarrassed to come out, so he can't hide.

If Zhao Dan remembers correctly, the current emperor of Zhou is King Zhou Hao, the last emperor of the Zhou Dynasty.

Since they are all kings of subjugation, let him save some face.

So Zhao Dan turned his head again and said to the Duke of Zhou, "I heard that the emperor Jiuding and other sacrificial utensils are located in Rucheng Zhou?"

Duke Dong Zhou felt bad when he heard this, and hurriedly said: "Your Majesty, the Jiuding of the Son of Heaven is indeed located in Chengzhou, but this thing is a tool of the Son of Heaven. If it is used recklessly as an act of transgression, it may be an ominous omen."

When the King of Chu aspired to the throne, the ministers of the Zhou Dynasty used this statement to keep the King of Chu back.

But after Zhao Dan heard this, he didn't feel any fear of the ominous omen, instead he felt a little funny.

Now that the seven heroes of the Warring States Period are all kings, which one is not surpassed?I didn't see any ominous signs.

I don't believe in ghosts and gods all over again, okay, I won't follow your set!

Therefore, Zhao Dan waved his hand and said directly: "I want to meet the kings in Luoyi, but due to the inconvenience of transportation, I will borrow the things of the Zhou Dynasty as soon as the sacrificial utensils are ready! Can the Duke of Eastern Zhou have any opinions?"

It is now 258 BC. According to historical records, by 256 BC, King Hao of Zhou was about to die, and then all the sacrificial things, including Jiuding, were taken away by the people of Qin.

The sacrificial things these days are very sacred. Instead of taking advantage of the Qin people, it is better for Zhao Dan to act first and wait until Handan is reached.

Duke Dong Zhou's face was distressed, and he seemed to be extremely conflicted, but how dare he say no?Can only submissively agree to come down.

On the other hand, the Duke of West Zhou gloated at his misfortune, and looked at Duke Dong Zhou with a smile in his eyes.

Zhao Dan took a look at Duke Xi Zhou and remembered that this guy is not a good bird.

It was precisely because this guy encouraged King Hao of Zhou to fight against the State of Qin, so King Hao of Zhou was killed by Qin Wangji with an excuse.

Since this is the case, then the widow will also teach this Duke of Western Zhou a lesson, and let him encourage King Zhou Hao to deal with the widow's Zhao State in the future!

So Zhao Dan smiled and said to Duke Xizhou: "Duke Xizhou, it's freezing cold today, and it's inconvenient for my army to transport food from afar. I heard that there is enough food in the Duke's treasury. Why don't you borrow some food for emergency use?" One or two?"

"Ah?" Duke Xi Zhou was stunned when he heard this.

Although it was a loan in name, Duke Xi Zhou knew in his heart that once the grain was borrowed, it would be meat buns and dogs that would never return.

Give the Duke of Western Zhou some courage, and he wouldn't dare to ask Zhao Dan to return the food.

This time, it was the Duke of Dong Zhou who gloated at his misfortune.

The Duke of Western Zhou thought for a long time with a bitter face, and finally bit the bullet and said: "What King Zhao said is very true. I would like to offer two thousand shi of grain to Your Majesty, so as to relieve His Majesty's food shortage."

Zhao Dan laughed when he heard this.

With an army of 4 widows, plus a team of at least [-] to [-] people including servants, why do you just give two thousand stones of food?

What about sending beggars?

Since you are so ignorant, don't blame the widow for not giving you face.

So Zhao Dan waved his hand, and said decisively: "Since the Duke of Western Zhou has this intention, then there is no need to bother the Duke of Western Zhou to transport the grain! Later, the widow will order people to go to the city to transport the grain, and the Duke of Western Zhou only needs to ask someone to open a warehouse!" "

When Duke Xizhou heard this, his face turned pale.

Zhao Dan is going to evacuate all the treasury in Wangcheng, without leaving any food!

Zhao Dan looked at the Duke of Western Zhou in front of him with a half-smile, but his tone was a bit chilly: "Why, is it possible that the Duke of Western Zhou is not willing?"

The Duke of Western Zhou's expression changed again and again, and finally he lowered his head dejectedly: "But respect what the King said."

Zhao Dan snorted, and said to Yu Xin and Li Bo who were beside him: "Yu Qing, Li Qing, have you both heard it? Later, when it comes to moving the sacrificial utensils and food and grass, each of you will lead an army and personally Responsible!"