Back to the Warring States Period as Zhao Kuo

Chapter 714 The Rise of Zhou Shaofen

Zhao Wang actually wants to achieve a triangular balance like the Queen Mother, which is really something that Zhao Kuo did not expect at all in advance.

What makes Zhao Kuo even more amusing is that this triangular balance appears to be a triangular balance, but in fact it paves the way for Zhao Kuo.

At this moment, Zhao Kuo only hoped that Zhou Shaofen hadn't shown his feet in front of Zhao Wang in advance. If Zhao Wang knew that Zhou Shaofen was actually a member of Zhao Kuo's group, it would be more troublesome.

Just when Zhao Kuo was thinking about all this with some confusion in his mind, Lord Pingyang on the other side had come to his senses, and hurriedly said: "Your Majesty Gaoming, although Zhou Qing was once with Lin Xiangru, but Now I also know that there are merits in setting things right, and it is indeed a perfect fit for him to be the commander."

Jun Pingyang's idea is actually very simple. For Jun Pingyang, he urgently needs someone who can deal with Zhao Kuo with him, so it doesn't matter who this person is.

Moreover, Mr. Pingyang felt that since Zhou Shaofen belonged to Lin Xiangru's school before, it is very likely that Zhou Shaofen's malice towards Zhao Kuo was more than that towards Mr. Pingyang.

In this way, it would be good for Lord Pingyang to support Zhou Shaofen to the top.

So Mr. Pingyang thought about it and thought that there was absolutely no reason to disagree with this matter.

Since Lord Pingyang had agreed, King Zhao's eyes naturally fell on Zhao Kuo.

Although he didn't speak, Zhao Wang's meaning was very obvious, and he wanted to know what Zhao Kuo thought.

Zhao Kuo's heart moved slightly, and he suddenly realized that this was actually a good opportunity to test whether King Zhao and Lord Pingyang knew about it.

Therefore, Zhao Kuo deliberately said: "Your Majesty, I think this matter is a bit inappropriate.

Zhou Shaofen and Zhou Qing were people who were in the same league as Lin Xiangru before. If the king actually entrusted him with such an important position, it would really make people feel a little worried. "

Sure enough, after hearing Zhao Kuo's words, the new Xiangbang Pingyang Jun who had just taken office immediately got excited, and immediately retorted: "Wu Xinjun, what you said is wrong.

Although Zhou Qing said that he did have some intersections with Lin Xiangru and the others before, but Zhou Qing was able to set things right at the critical moment, which means that Zhou Qing is still a courtier who knows how to stand on the king's side after all.

That being the case, why can't we give Zhou Qing such a chance?

It is impossible to promote only your Wu Xinjun, and all other people will not be promoted, don't you think? "

Zhao Kuo listened, don't laugh secretly in your heart, in fact, I am more eager than you to let Zhou Qing take the position.

So Zhao Kuo continued to speak again, pretending to argue with Pingyang Jun for a few words.

Zhao Wang, who was at the side, felt that it was almost the same, so he interrupted the dispute between the two and said, "Don't continue to quarrel, both of you.

Zhou Qing's loyalty is something that few people know. When he was acting earlier, Zhou Qing had already secretly communicated with the eunuch Ling.

If not, the widow would not have believed Zhou Qing at that time.

So don't say any more, I have made up my mind this time, let Zhou Qing be the commander. "

Zhao Wang's words have already reached this point, so this is the only way to deal with this problem.

So Zhao Kuo and Pingyang Jun no longer expressed their objections.

This undoubtedly made King Zhao feel better again.

Although this feeling of controlling the country's affairs is only for one day, it must be admitted that he has made King Zhao very addicted to it at the moment, and he has even begun to regret why he didn't make up his mind early in the past so many years. His own mother started this kind of power-grabbing behavior.

With such a happy mood, Zhao Wang clapped his hands and said loudly: "Eunuch Ling, why are you still hesitating?

Hurry up and call Zhou Qing in for the widow. "

Zhao Kuo looked up at King Zhao in surprise, wondering if Zhou Shaofen was already in the palace?

Sure enough, after a while, Zhou Shaofen appeared in front of everyone.

Zhou Shaofen bowed respectfully to King Zhao and said, "I have seen the king."

Zhao Wang smiled and said to Zhou Shaofen: "Sit down, Zhou Qing, today is your good day, and it is also a good day for the widow."

Although Zhao Kuo understood Zhao Wang's meaning, he couldn't help but feel a little funny after hearing this sentence, because he could always hear a bit of strangeness from this sentence.

Zhou Shaofen sat down calmly, without looking at Zhao Kuo at all, as if the two of them didn't know each other at all.

This inevitably made Zhao Kuo feel a little nervous, and even had a bad association.

The current situation is really beyond imagination. Could it be that after Le Cheng, Zhao Kuo will suffer another rebellion this time?

Having said that, Zhao Kuo still sat there calmly.

Before the results come out completely, Zhao Kuo thinks that he should not make any random guesses, lest if he makes a wrong judgment, it will have an irreparable impact on the whole situation.

Seeing Zhao Wang smiled and said: "To tell you the truth, in fact, since yesterday, the widow has found an opportunity to have a good and detailed discussion with Zhou Qing.

Zhou Qing fully agrees with our cause, and also expressed that he will fully support the widow, so the widow thinks that Zhou Qing is a very good courtier.

Zhou Qing, from today onwards, you will be the commander of the Great Zhao! "

When Zhou Shaofen heard this sentence, he was still obviously taken aback. He subconsciously glanced at Zhao Kuo, and then at Pingyang Jun.

The expressions of Zhao Kuo and Pingyang Jun looked quite calm, and both of them smiled at the same time, and nodded towards Zhou Shaofen.

This of course means congratulations.

Ever since, the whole pattern has been settled.

At least that's how it looked to King Zhao.

Zhao Wang was very happy, and said to the three giants of the new Zhao Kingdom present: "Three, besides the seats of the three of you, Da Zhao still has several vacant seats that need to be discussed carefully. If you have any candidates can be brought up.”

Obviously, this is the time for a new round of Zhao's order to be established.

Zhao Kuo's expression was still very calm, he still didn't intend to be the first to speak, but wanted to see if there would be any proposals from Lord Pingyang.

I saw Lord Pingyang said: "Your Majesty, the old minister proposes that Zhao Wen, the Dazong of the Zhao Kingdom, be the Great Pedestrian.

Zhao Wen has always been a very loyal person, and he will definitely satisfy the king if he comes to be a great pedestrian. "

Zhao Wennai is the royal family of Zhao State, and according to his seniority, he should belong to the uncle of the present King Zhao.

As the Zhao family, Zhao Wen is of course closer to Pingyang Jun who is also the Zhao Wang family, so Ping Yang Jun's nomination of this candidate is really well-behaved, which is not surprising at all.

Zhao Wang nodded slightly and said: "Zhao Wen's upright talent has been heard by many people, so it's not a bad idea to let him be this great pedestrian.

Wu Xinjun Zhou Qing, do you have any other candidates? "

Chapter 715 Zhou Shaofen Betrayed?

When King Zhao spoke, Zhao Kuo was also lost in thought.

Among the several important positions of Zhao Guo, there are actually not many left.

The first Xiangbang is Pingyang Lord Zhao Bao, the second Sikou is Zhou Shaofen, the military leader the general belongs to Zhao Kuo, the next big pedestrian belongs to Zhao Wen, and the internal history belongs to Pang Nuan, so only the lieutenant is left And the two positions of Da Sima.

Zhao Kuo knew very well that although King Zhao vowed on the surface that the military power would be in Zhao Kuo's hands, in fact, the position of Grand Sima, King Zhao and Lord Pingyang would never let Zhao Kuo get it. of.

Therefore, the only position that Zhao Kuo can fight for is actually a lieutenant.

Coincidentally, Zhao Kuo's competitor for the position of lieutenant is actually Zhou Shaofen.

This made Zhao Kuo hesitate. Is Zhou Shaofen still his ally now?

At this time, Zhao Kuo felt a little regretful. He was a little too optimistic before. He should contact Zhou Shaofen in time to confirm the situation.

While Zhao Kuo was still thinking about it, Zhou Shaofen had already spoken.

I saw Zhou Shaofen respectfully said to King Zhao: "Your Majesty, Zhou Shaoliang, the younger brother of my minister, has always been loyal to Da Zhao, and he, as Handan Commander, has also helped the King to set a good example in this operation. Because of his merits, I dared to ask the king to confer Zhou Shaoliang as the lieutenant.

I believe that Zhou Shaoliang will be able to do his best and continue to serve the king loyally. "

Zhao Wang also nodded slightly when he heard the words, and said: "The role of Zhou Shaoliang's Handan Order yesterday and today has also been witnessed by the widows, and it is indeed one of the candidates."

Although Zhao Wang has been following the Queen Mother for hearings in the court these years, in fact, Zhao Wang is too young after all, and there are only a few ministers who come into contact with him, who can really let him hear the name and have There are not many ministers in the impression.

Zhou Shaoliang, as the order of Handan, has indeed severely brushed up his presence in the past two days.

From this point of view, Zhou Shaoliang does have its advantages.

Next, Zhao Wang did not make a decision immediately, but turned his attention to Zhao Kuo.

In Zhao Wang's view, in this triangular relationship, Zhao Kuo must find a way to intervene in the position of the lieutenant, and have a good confrontation with Zhou Shaofen.

This is also what Zhao Wang wants to see the most. After all, the triangle relationship he carefully designed was not originally for watching Zhao Kuo, Zhou Shaofen and others live together in harmony.

Zhao Kuo's face remained unchanged, and he said lightly: "I still disagree with Zhou Qing's opinion. The Zhou family is not a royal family after all, and it is really unprecedented for two brothers to serve as important ministers of the Great Zhao at the same time.

Your Majesty, I recommend Li Si, the governor of Donghu County, as the new lieutenant candidate. Li Si's ability is very strong, and he has managed the East Lake properly during this period of time. If he can be appointed as the lieutenant, Your Majesty will definitely not be disappointed. "

Zhao Kuo also proposed his own candidate.

Whether it is to fight against Zhou Shaofen or not, this must be done.

King Zhao looked at Zhou Shaofen expectantly, looking forward to the next debate between Zhou Shaofen and Zhao Kuo.

Sure enough, Zhou Shaofen's complexion changed slightly, and he immediately retorted: "Wu Xinjun's words are wrong, the old man once heard a saying that "do not avoid relatives and do not avoid suspicion when you do it internally.

My younger brother Zhou Shaoliang does have this ability, so why can't I recommend him?

As long as it is for the sake of Dazhao and can make Dazhao better, we as courtiers should do it, instead of worrying about the connection and false name between some brothers, which will damage everyone's interests in the end.

Besides, Mr. Wu Xin, you said that we are brothers, which may affect it. Then Li Si, the governor of Donghu County, is also your retainer. Don't you think this has no effect? "

After Zhou Shaofen's words fell, Zhao Wang and Pingyang Jun beside him showed satisfied smiles on their faces at the same time.

Lord Pingyang naturally wanted to suppress Zhao Kuo with all his strength, but for King Zhao, he didn't want to directly suppress and take care of him. He just hoped that the new Big Three model of Zhao Kuo, Lord Pingyang, and Zhou Shaofen could be established as soon as possible. To achieve the effect of mutual restraint, the scene in front of him is very satisfying to King Zhao.

Zhao Kuo looked at Zhou Shaofen and said calmly, "Zhou Qing, you said that your brother is a man of great talent, but Li Si is my retainer, and he also has great talent. It is impossible to say that what you say is talented Really talented, but the talent I said turned into fake talent, right?"

Zhou Shaofen chuckled, and suddenly said: "Wen Xinjun, you and I also cooperated in the ginseng business back then. At that time, the cooperation was good, but you suddenly kicked me out of the game and wanted to monopolize the ginseng business. .

From that time on, I knew that what you said never really counted.

So, the talent you are talking about may not really be a real talent. "

Zhou Shaofen's words sounded very stern, which made King Zhao and Pingyang Jun's expressions of satisfaction even more serious.

But Zhao Kuo's heart moved slightly.

Thoughtful.

Speaking of which, the first cooperation between Zhao Kuo and Zhou Shaofen was really inseparable from ginseng. The reason why the two sides were able to establish an alliance was also because of ginseng.

So Zhou Shaofen suddenly brought up the matter of ginseng at this time, could it be that he was implying that Zhao Kuo had always been on Zhao Kuo's side and hadn't rebelled?

If that's the case, Zhao Kuo said very calmly: "That's fine, it won't do any good for us to continue arguing, why don't we start voting directly.

Whichever candidate gets more votes, then whichever candidate will naturally become the new lieutenant, so that everyone is fair, how about it? "

King Zhao's eyes lit up when he heard the words, clapped his hands and said, "That's right, let's do this, I also think this method is the fairest."

Thus, a vote began to be staged.

Zhou Shaofen naturally voted for Zhou Shaoliang, and of course Zhao Kuo voted for Li Si.

Zhao Wang, as the final arbiter, does not need to vote, so the right of the last vote falls on Pingyang Jun Zhao Bao.

Lord Pingyang looked left and right, with a smile on his face, and said slowly: "Your Majesty thinks Handan Commander Zhou Shaoliang should be the best candidate for lieutenant."

Pingyang Jun has always been thinking about suppressing Zhao Kuo. Now that he has the opportunity, he will not miss it.

Zhao Wang nodded and said: "Very good, then since this is the case, Zhou Shaoliang has the most votes. From today on, let Zhou Shaoliang be the lieutenant."

Zhou Shaofen was overjoyed, and bowed respectfully to King Zhao and said, "My lord, I thank you for your kindness on behalf of me."

After a pause, Zhao Wang continued: "As for the position of Da Sima, we will decide after a while, during this period of time, all affairs of the military will be handled by Wu Xinjun first.

Well, three, if there is nothing else, let's just leave today.

Let's continue to look at it tomorrow during the day, if there is anything that has not been resolved, we will solve it all together. "

After Zhao Wang's words, even Zhao Kuo couldn't help being amazed in his heart. He felt that this Zhao Wang was not incapable at all, and he was relatively orderly in handling affairs.

Zhao Kuo didn't say anything, and left the palace directly in a carriage.

Not long after Zhao Kuo left Miyagi, a carriage suddenly caught up from the darkness, it was Zhou Shaofen's carriage.

Chapter 716

Zhao Kuo looked at Zhou Shaofen in the carriage very calmly, and said with a smile, "Congratulations to Zhou Qing for taking up the position of Sikou. From now on, he will be the most important courtier of Da Zhao."

A smile appeared on Zhou Shaofen's face, he cupped his hands at Zhao Kuo and said, "The reason why Zhou can be what he is today is all because of Wu Xinjun's support.

Wu Xinjun's kindness to Zhou has always been firmly in Zhou's heart.

To tell the truth to Wu Xinjun, Zhou's heart has never changed, it has been like this in the past, and it will be like this in the future. "