lonely king

Sure enough, the chief minister made an appointment with Baili Nian.

Sai Jian didn't hear the idea from Baili Nian, and he was also concerned about the war between Beiyan and Xizhao, so he had to go to find the chief of the family. When the chief of the family saw the frowning man, he knew it in his heart , he wanted to listen to Baili Nian's idea through Saijian, this method may have been seen through by that magical machine, and he suddenly felt that he was stingy and boring, he really didn't like Baili Nian, and he couldn't figure out what the purpose of this person was , Sai Jian took him as a treasure again.

For the safety of Qiang Zhuo, Dashu naturally set up all kinds of defenses, but that person is also a wonderful person who can calculate the world. Maybe he has a good idea, or maybe he is planning Qiang Zhuo?The eldest son is puzzled, so he only needs to meet in person.

Baili Nian lived in Saijian's bedroom, very leisurely, when a little eunuch came to report to the eldest son to see him, the corners of Baili Nian's lips curled up slightly, he knew that the man couldn't hold back, he could be free and easy without anything You can ignore it, but the eldest son can't, he is Qiang Zhu's eldest son, and he bears Qiang Zhu's people on his back, so he doesn't dare to be reckless.

Baili Nian didn't make things difficult for Dashu Zhang, and met him in the garden pavilion of Gao Mingtai.The two met twice in total, both at Gaomingtai, but the last time Da Shuzhang had a warning heart, the two broke up unhappy, but now he has no posture, and he doesn't say anything when he sees Baili Nian Respectful, but polite enough.

"Mr. Baili is safe and sound." Da Shuchang spoke first.

"Mr. Liu, please sit down. I invite you to have some tea. Mr. Liu will try it too." Baili brewed a pot of tea, and the fragrance of tea wafted all over the garden.

The name of the eldest son is Liu Jing, and the title is hereditary, but forty is the honorary title of the eldest son, this time the elder sent the greeting card to Baili Nian, using his private name instead of the title of the elder , which means personal relationship.Since it was a personal relationship, Baili Nian called him Mr. Liu, which was not a serious problem, and said that the conversation between friends was just that there was no distinction between superiority and inferiority, and they were put in the same position.

Dashu Zhang is a respected person in Qiangjun, and it is not appropriate to put him in the same position as Baili Nian, who has no official title, but Baili Nian is telling Liu Jing that if you have a good conversation, don't put on airs, and putting on airs is not Private talk, then Baili Nian will not accompany him.

Dashu Chang smiled, only saying that Baili Nian is not to be provoked, last time he couldn't be suppressed by his identity, but this time he warned himself in advance, it really is a magic trick that is well known in the world.

Liu Jing took the hundred-mile-twisted tea, took a sip, and the aroma of the tea had penetrated into his heart before he took a sip. After taking another sip, the tip of his tongue was soaked in a bit of bitterness. After a slight sip, the bitterness slid to the bottom of his tongue with the tip of his tongue , but it brought some sweetness to the bottom of the tongue. Take a sip, and there is only a strong tea fragrance and light sweetness left in your mouth, which tastes good.

"Mr. Baili's tea is really good tea," Liu Jing raised his head, "Does your majesty also like this tea?"

Baili Nian raised his eyes and glanced at him. If he had asked this question last time, Baili Nian would definitely not have a good face, but at this moment Liu did not mock him, instead he was a little curious. He really did not understand why the king would behave like this Take care of this person, a man who is a disgrace to the country?Although Sai Jian is hearty, he is not stupid.

Baili Nian just smiled, "Your Majesty doesn't like tea, he is not as meticulous as Mr. Liu, he can taste all kinds of flavors of this tea, he likes wine, strong wine, the stronger the wine, the better." Baili Nian knew He likes burning wine.

Liu Jing was slightly taken aback, he just asked casually out of curiosity, thinking of Baili Nian's cold face last time, and didn't expect him to be able to answer him, but now that the other party answered him in such detail, he didn't know what to say, just Embarrassed, he replied, "So that's how it is."

Baili Nian also picked up the teacup and took a sip, it was Liu Jing who asked him out, so he naturally had no reason to be anxious, he just waited for Liu Jing to speak.Liu Jing didn't know why, but before coming here, he wanted to find out Baili Nian's attitude excitedly, and asked him why he came to Qiangzhu again, and asked him his opinion on Beiyan's attack on Xizhao, but now, he looked at the dead man in the yard. The willow branches with flying leaves feel a little sad.

"When my king wanted to come to Taoyang, I didn't agree with it. Qiangzhu has lived in Cangyu Mountain for generations, and herding and racing horses can be considered happy. After entering the Central Plains, my king worries about the affairs of the world. Unlike before, I watched him grow up, and I don't know whether it is a good thing or a bad thing, and what will happen in the future."

Baili Nian raised his eyes, "Mr. Liu is worried that the king will change? Mr. Liu also doesn't know the king too well. How has his temperament ever changed?"

Liu Jing smiled, "That's right, Mr. Baili sees things more clearly than I do."

Baili Nian glanced at Liu Jing, didn't reply, the words fell to the ground again, no one spoke, only the autumn wind passed by, blowing down a few yellow willow leaves, which fell on the stone table, Liu Jing picked up a willow leaf, He looked up at Baili Nian.

"Will Mr. Baili stay in Taoyang City?" Liu Jing's eyes were complicated, not knowing why.

Baili Nian lowered his eyes and chuckled, why did he ask himself this matter in recent days, Sai Jian asked him many times, but he just wanted to keep himself, but Liu Jing made another attack.Baili Nian said lightly, "What will happen if you stay? What will happen if you don't? It's nothing serious."

"Huh?" Liu Jing frowned, "I don't understand what Mister means."

Instead, Baili Nian asked Liu Jing, "I don't understand Mr. Liu's meaning. Whether I stay in Taoyang City or not, what's important to Mr. Qiang Zhuo is now a powerful country in the world, and the king doesn't believe it. A slanderer, what is Mr. Liu afraid of? Are you afraid that I will influence Qiang Zhuo, or that I will bewitch the king?"

There was a slight smile on the corner of Baili Nian's mouth. He didn't think he could do this. Sai Jian was not like Yu Wenyang.But Sai Jian is not, although he is also reckless and sometimes impulsive, but he will humbly ask Liu Jing for advice, does he treat his soldiers with pity, he never regards soldiers as tools to fight for the world.How much can Baili Nian control such a person?

How could Liu not understand yet?

Liu Jing smiled, but felt that the person in front of him was transparent enough without concealing his words, but... it was just that Liu Jing still had one last worry in his heart, even if it was rude, he opened his mouth.

"Mr. Baili, since that's the case, I'm going to talk straight. If you really want to help the king, why don't you stay as an official? I will definitely not embarrass you in the future. It's just that Mr. Beiyan ran to Nanming again after a while, and..." Liu Jing raised his eyes and glanced at him, "Sir, don't blame me for speaking harshly. Wherever you have been, have there been any good things? Whether it is Beiyan or Nanming, Either the court is in turmoil or the country is destroyed, sir, how can I trust you, and how can I trust that you will not harm the king and Qiang Zhuo."

Hearing such accusations, Baili Nian sneered, "Mr. Liu is confused again, do you think I care if Mr. Liu believes me or not?"

Last time Liu actually intended to win over, as long as he was sure that Baili Nian would not hurt Qiang Zhuo, he didn't mind if Qiang Zhuo had one more talented person, but he wanted to take advantage of Baili Nian, so how could it be possible? No, Baili Nian doesn't care at all.

Liu Jing frowned, "You..."

"I have my own reasons for what I do. I don't care whether Mr. Liu believes it or not. Mr. Liu only looks at the situation of Beiyan and Nanming. Why doesn't he want to see the great situation of Qiangzhu after I come here? Mr. Liu first gives I wear the crown of a monstrous evildoer, so I naturally feel that I am mysterious everywhere, but has Qiang Zhu been destroyed because of me? Has he ever been revived because of me? "

"...Really not." Liu actually had to admit that what Baili Nian said was right, a deep-minded person would make him suspicious, but Baili Nian did not do anything to put Qiang Zhu in danger.On the contrary, when Baili Nian came to Qiangmao, Qiangmao was only a small border country, but now it is also a powerful country standing in the world.

Liu Jing lowered her head and laughed at herself, "It's Liu Jing who is stupid."

Baili Nian smiled slightly, "Mr. Liu is much gentler."

Liu Jing also smiled brightly, "Mr. Baili is much gentler." He is not as cold and unkind as before.

Baili Nian lowered his eyes, this time he came to Taoyang City, he was indeed not as decisive as before, perhaps because Liu was the most respected subject of Sai Jian, he was also gentle, but he didn't know that this gentleness would last. After a while, Baili's eyes gradually darkened.

"Mr. Baili, what do you think of the matter of Xizhao? Is it better for Qiang Zhu to send troops or not?" Liu Jing asked. He came to see Baili Nian because he wanted to hear Baili Nian's intentions, but he was hesitant before Too many, I couldn't ask, now I have dispelled the prejudice and asked directly, this matter is the most important thing.

When mentioning Xi Zhao, Baili Nian's eyes became even darker. He looked at Liu Jing, "Mr. Liu doesn't want to send troops, does he?"

Liu Jing was taken aback, others thought he was the main battle party, unexpectedly, Baili Nian could see his real intention at a glance, "Mr. Baili has lived up to his reputation, he is the world's number one genius."

But Baili Nian was not overjoyed by the compliment. He lowered his face and pursed his lips slightly, "Mr. Liu is quite ambitious."

Liu Jing lowered his head and smiled, "Looks like Mr. has also seen why I don't want to send troops. Everyone says that if I don't send troops, Xi Zhao's front foot will die and his back foot will suffer, but that's not always the case. Xi Zhao is not Nanming, so he is not so easy to attack. , although Yu Wenyang is brave and invincible and can break through thousands of cities, Yue Wei is not a person without talent, and it is no problem to lead troops in battle. Princess Xizhao Yue Zhixin is a talent that is not inferior to men. The two younger brothers might be able to resist Yu Wenyang."

Liu Jing raised the corners of his lips, he looked at Baili Nian, and the latter also followed Liu Jing's words, "It's best if the Yue family can fight to the death with Yu Wenyang, it's inseparable Both winners and losers will suffer, and no one can take advantage of it." Baili Nian looked at Liu Jing, and the corners of his mouth slightly curled up, "In this way, if Qiang Zhu sends troops again, he will be able to conquer the world in one fell swoop."

Liu Jing's eyes flashed in surprise, and Baili Nian said what he was thinking. A few days ago, the court had been arguing endlessly over whether to send out troops, but no one could agree with him, but now he said it easily The person he was thinking about was Baili Nian, whom he had always hated before.

However, Baili Nian's eyes didn't seem to agree with Liu Jingzhi's method, Liu Jing frowned, "Mr. Baili thinks it won't work?"

Baili Nian couldn't help chuckling, thinking that Liu was too whimsical, "Does Mr. Liu know how many soldiers and horses Yu Wenyang has in his hands? How many infantry and cavalry are there that can be mobilized? There are spears, military chariots, spears and shields. How much? Does Mr. Liu know how many soldiers Yue Wei has? Do you know how the two sides will fight? How will the tactics be applied? How can we ensure that they are evenly matched?"

"This..." Liu Jing frowned tightly. He is a civil servant, and he has never seen Yu Wenyang and Yue Wei, let alone the soldiers and horses of both sides. He doesn't know the details of the battle, so naturally he can't say it accurately. .

Baili Nian raised his eyes, and didn't mean to embarrass Liu Jing, "Mr. Liu's idea is good, but there are many reasons for the success or failure of a war, and there are many changes, which cannot be guessed by relying on national power alone. Although Xi Zhao is stronger than Nan Ming, Yue Ming is also talented, but how many times has he fought? From the subordinate state to now, he is only better than Nan Ming, but Yu Wenyang, he is an invincible general who always wins, no matter how chaotic Bei Yan Chao Gang is, The majesty and swiftness of Beiyan's army has not diminished in the slightest, doesn't Mr. Liu know?"

Liu Jing heaved a long sigh, he had never heard of Yu Wenyang's name, the cruel and unpopular Yu Wenyang was indeed an invincible and invincible general, so contradictory and ironic.Liu Jing was a little unwilling, so he asked again, "But Yu Wenyang also suffered heavy losses in the battle of Bai Jijiang."

"Yes," Baili Nian nodded, but changed the subject, "Baijijiang is a water battle, and Beiyan's army is landlubbers. They are not good at water warfare, and they have lost a lot. But there is no Baijijiang between Xizhao and Nanming. What do you think of fighting Yu Wenyang on flat ground?"

If there is also a Baiji River between Nanming and Xizhao, with the strength of Yueming and Xizhao, they may be able to fight Yu Wenyang, but from Nanming to Xizhao, it is very smooth. Wei's ability can indeed resist him for a while, but defeating Yu Wenyang is a bit of a lie.

Yu Wenyang has thousands of deficiencies, but in terms of leading troops in battle, no one in the world can match him.It's so ironic, so helpless.

Liu Jing lowered his eyes, bowed his head and said nothing, Baili Nian knew that he had dispelled his good thoughts before, and if he wanted to reap the benefits of being a fisherman, the two sides in front had to be evenly matched, Bei Yan and Xi Zhao were obviously not, otherwise it would be even worse. I won't be in a hurry to unite with Qiang Zhuo.

"Ah..." Liu Jing sighed for a long time, "I also know that my previous thoughts were a little naive, so I didn't tell the king or talk about it with anyone. Today, Mr. Baili listened to the joke, sir. But don't laugh at me."

Baili Nian waved his hand, "It's just chatting, Mr. Liu doesn't have to take it to heart."

Another gust of autumn wind blew by, the two chatted for a long time, the sun had already sunk into the sky, dyed countless carmines in the western corner of the sky, as the sky gradually darkened, the gazebo became much colder, Mo Yan gave Baili Nian a batch of A white velvet cloak, in case he would catch a cold, Sai Jian specially ordered someone to make it for him.

Beside Mo Yan glanced at Liu Jing, with disgust in his eyes, at this time, Baili Nian should have gone back to the bedroom to take medicine, but Liu Jing had no intention of leaving, Baili Nian couldn't leave, Mo Yan felt distressed Master, but as a subordinate, he naturally has no reason to drive away guests for the master, and this Liu actually didn't see the disgust of the opposite person at all.

"Does Mr. Baili think that Qiang Zhuo should send troops to aid Xizhao?" This was the question Liu Jing wanted to ask the most, but he put it off until the end.

Baili Nian didn't really want to answer him, his eyelashes trembled slightly, and his fingers brushed over the rim of the teacup. In fact, he didn't want to interfere with Qiang Zhu on this issue. Whether Qiang Zhu sends troops has its own advantages and disadvantages. Angle is a result, but if you stand at his angle, the result will not be the same.

Qiang Hao sent troops, with the joint strength of Qiang Hao and Xi Zhao, especially if Sai Jian personally led the troops, he could still fight Yu Wenyang, no matter whether he won or lost, Yu Wenyang would not get good results, and the final result could only be The three kingdoms are all there, fighting is the same as not fighting, if Xizhao can keep it, Qiang Zhuo will naturally be the same.But what good does this do for the basil?

Not to mention Qiang Zhu, Bei Yan and Xi Zhao are both present, so it is of no benefit to him.

Baili Nian lowered his eyes, "I'll listen to the king on this matter, so do whatever the king thinks."

"Listen to the king?" Liu Jing was very surprised and puzzled. He didn't expect Baili Nian to give such an idea. Isn't this equivalent to having no idea?Doesn't Baili Nian seem like someone who has no ideas?

Before Liu Jing could ask the doubts in his heart, Sai Jian appeared in the yard. He wanted to have dinner with Baili Nian, but he didn't see anyone when he returned to the bedroom. Only then did Nian's eunuch know that the elder Shu had met Baili Nian in the garden and hadn't returned yet. Sai Jian couldn't wait, so he chased after him.

"Why hasn't Nian'er gone back? Haven't you taken the medicine today? Why are you so disobedient!" Sai Jian opened his mouth to complain when he saw Baili Nian, forgetting that the elder was sitting opposite him.

Liu Jing's expression changed slightly, she didn't say anything, she just stood up and lowered her head.

Baili Nian had a natural expression on his face, "I chatted with Dashu for a few more words, it's a bit late, it's okay, I'll just go back and drink."

When Baili Nian mentioned it, Sai Jian remembered to look at the opposite side. He was a little worried when he saw the eldest son, wondering if the little old man would say something nasty to Nian, but Sai Jian didn't say anything yet. Liu Jing opened his mouth first.

"It was I who forgot that Mr. Baili was unwell and missed his medication. I feel really guilty, Mr. and..." Liu Jing raised his head and glanced at the two people opposite him, "Let's go back with the king, my minister is going back to the mansion too. "

Sai Jian didn't expect Liu Jing to have such an attitude. He thought that the elder who was worried about everything would bite him and keep talking about it. He didn't expect to leave so readily, Sai Jian Of course Jian would not stop him, wishing for him to go back quickly, so he couldn't wait to say, "Master Dashu, go slowly, this king arranges a sedan chair to drive Master Dashu back to his residence."

Liu Jing waved his hand in embarrassment, "Thank you, Your Majesty, for your concern, I can just go back to the mansion by myself."

Baili Nian saw that the two of them didn't interrupt, and didn't say "Mr. Liu go slowly" until Liu Jing turned to leave, but Liu, who was about to leave, heard Baili Nian's voice, and remembered what Baili Nian said just now, He replied that he wanted to listen to the king, but Liu Jing turned his head to look at Sai Jian. At this time, he suddenly thought of asking Sai Jian.

Liu Jing: "Your Majesty, what is your opinion on whether to send troops to Xizhao?"

Sai Jian didn't expect him to turn around and ask himself about this matter again. In fact, Sai Jian had a headache for a long time because of this matter, and he also thought about it for a day. After getting up, Sai Jian let out a long sigh, "Won't Master Da Shu let me rest for a while? Let's discuss this matter tomorrow."

Unwilling to give up, Liu asked again, "Your Majesty prefers to send troops?"

Now Baili Nian also looked at Sai Jian, wanting to know what he meant.Sai Jian looked at the two people in front of him, they didn't speak, and looked at him with probing eyes, as if they didn't ask why they came and didn't leave, Sai Jian was also puzzled, thinking how the two of them still have such a consistent relationship when.

Being stared at by the two, Sai Jian could only speak, "Actually...in fact, this king really thinks it is better to send troops."

"Why?" Baili Nian asked Liu Jing.

Sai Jian let out a long sigh, "Although this king loves soldiers and horses and doesn't like Yue's brothers and sisters, but this king has been to Nanming and seen Yuwen Yang's soldiers and horses with his own eyes, that boy Yueji can indeed resist for a while, But it may not be able to completely resist. If Xizhao is shattered in the future, Yu Wenyang will take advantage of the victory to pursue and attack Qiang Zhuo. With our current ability, we may not be able to defeat Yu Wenyang. Even if we can resist, we will definitely suffer heavy losses, and the injury will be even more serious. It is better to unite with Xizhao at this time, maybe it can reduce the casualties of the soldiers and horses."

This is Sai Jian's true words, and he never told anyone.This is also the result of Sai Jian's thinking and thinking. Although he still mainly cares about the soldiers, his analysis is also on point.Liu Jing and Baili Nian looked at each other, the former nodded in satisfaction, cupped his hands and said, "Your Majesty is holy."

As for Baili Nian, he raised his eyes, his eyes were a bit complicated, he couldn't tell whether he was happy or unhappy, he just raised his eyes and yelled at Sai Jian, the corners of his lips curved slightly, Sai Jian is a good king, put aside Others, there is no doubt about it.

Sai Jian didn't expect the two to have such an attitude, and thought they would preach and discuss. After all, compared to Liu Jing and Baili Nian, Sai Jian is a dumb person who can't say anything, but this person praised One of them laughed again, making Sai Jian a little embarrassed.

"Both the chief minister and Nian'er agree with this king?"

Liu Jing didn't even think about it, and immediately nodded, "Of course I agree, the king is so wise and wise for the country, and my ministers of course agree!"

Sai Jian looked at Baili Nian again, in fact, he wanted to hear Baili Nian say such things, to hear him praise and flatter him, but Baili Nian just smiled, "Your Majesty is the ruler of Qiang Zhuo, so you can do whatever you want. "