Dressed as a young King Zhuang of Chu

"Oh, brother, Zi Fan's stomach hurts so much, I'm going back first." Zi Fan winked and put on a show, and ran away numbly holding his stomach, leaving only the bear couple staring blankly.

What will happen to these two women?Let him prostitute in the daytime?The bear couple coughed twice in embarrassment.

Seeing that there were no outsiders, Yue Ji in red took the initiative to lean her head on Xiong Lu's shoulder, and said angrily: "My lord, you haven't seen me and Yang Ji for a long time, did you have a new love?"

Yang Ji covered her face and smiled, and leaned on his other shoulder, and said softly: "My lord, Yue Ji leans on her shoulder, and Yang Ji also leans on it."

Xiong couple's forehead was sweating, and he felt that he was dying.They shouldn't have been asked to come dance in the first place.How should we break the current situation!

"Cough...hahaha, two beauties, come, drink, drink..." Xiong Lu hurriedly poured a glass for Yang Ji and Yue Ji respectively, pushed them away without a trace, and said, "Come on, you two Have a toast."

Yang Ji and Yue Ji drank happily, Yang Ji said: "My lord, you seem to have become gentle after you came back."

"Haha, is that right..." Then he poured a few more glasses for the two of them.

Yue Ji frowned, and said: "My lord, this concubine doesn't want to drink anymore, this concubine wants to kiss the king."

The couple of bears is going crazy, God, why don't you ancient people be so bold and unrestrained!The request is so straightforward, how can I refuse it!

"That, hahaha..." Xiong Lu gently pushed Yue Ji away, and Yang Ji tugged on his sleeve again, meaning not to patronize Yue Ji.The couple of bears wanted to cry but had no tears, who came to save him quickly!

"My lord, I want to see you." The palace man reported from outside.

Who is Wu Ju?The name sounds a little familiar, but it's good for everyone, it's so timely, he must be a good courtier!He hurriedly sat upright and said, "Quickly declare!"

Wu Ju entered the bedroom with his head down, holding a scroll of bamboo slips in his hand, and said, "Your Majesty, I have something to announce."

"Well, what's the matter?"

"There was a natural disaster in the Chu Kingdom this year. Recently, the number of refugees outside the city has not decreased but increased. The food reserves in Yingdu have long been insufficient. Although Grand Master Pan and others have provided relief from their own food reserves, it is a drop in the bucket after all. I write down my humble opinion on this bamboo slip. On top of that, please take a look at it, Your Majesty."

"Bring it up."

Wu Ju lowered his head, put the bamboo slips on the table, and looked up slightly.Xiong Lu realized that he was very young, only in his early twenties, gentle and handsome.Wu Ju saw that Yang Ji was sitting on the left of Xiong Lu, and Yue Ji was sitting on the right, the cups and plates on the table were messed up, and his expression changed slightly.The couple of bears was also a little embarrassed. This scene seemed to be...a little...a bit...promiscuous.

Wu Ju stepped back and lowered his head obediently.Xiong Lu opened the bamboo slips, he could recognize some characters, but still didn't know some characters, it was very difficult to read.He said, "Wu Ju, tell the widow what you think."

"I thought that Your Majesty could dispatch some of the city guards to help the refugees build temporary shelters outside the city. Otherwise, living in the wind and sleeping in the open will easily lead to serious diseases. I heard that several people outside the city have developed a high fever. ... In addition, the minister wishes I don’t receive a salary in three months, and use this salary to help the refugees of the Chu State. I also invite the king to go to the court and discuss this matter in the court. I believe that many virtuous officials of the Chu State are also willing to use the salary to help the refugees..."

Wu Ju talked for a long time, and he spoke clearly and logically, Xiong Lu nodded frequently after hearing this.He said: "Wu Ju, what you said is right. You are enthusiastic about the refugees outside the city, and Grand Master Pan and others are also helping the victims. You should discuss with them and deal with this matter together."

"Your Majesty, the matter of going to court...the king has not gone to court for a long time..."

Go to court?Xiong Lu was silent for a while, he still didn't know how to go up, he had to ask Guan Fuxiu first.

Wu Ju waited for a while, seeing that Xiong Lu was absent-minded, he did not answer, and said, "Your Majesty, I still have something to say."

"Cough, let's talk."

"I heard that a strange bird appeared on the Nanshan Mountain. This bird stopped on a tree for three years without wings. It didn't fly or sing. I don't know what kind of bird it is."

Xiong Lu clapped his hands and said: "What's so strange about this, maybe it's a phoenix bird. If it doesn't fly for three years, it will surely soar into the sky. If it doesn't sing for three years, it will become a blockbuster!" After saying this, Xiong Lu himself Startled.Isn't this the origin of the "blockbuster" allusion in history?He actually said it so casually.

Wu Ju was also very surprised when he heard this answer.He looked up at Xiong Lu, nodded slightly, and said: "I understand, Great King Hong Fu."

After Wu Ju left, Xiong Lu fell into deep thought.He waved his hands and said: "You two beauties, it's been hard to dance today, let's go back and have a rest first." After hearing this resignation, Yang Ji and Yue Ji had no choice but to bow and leave in a polite manner, with a somewhat disappointed expression on their faces.Xiong Lu actually felt sorry for these women in the palace.They can only revolve around the only man, and some of them will never get favor for a lifetime, which is really not worth it.

Court, court...he felt it was time for him to do something.The current state of Chu urgently needs a decisive monarch.Otherwise, I don't know what will happen to refugees like Uncle Wang if they don't receive timely assistance.Those refugees outside Danyang City don't know if they are still alive at this time.

He straightened his clothes and walked out the door again.The palace man asked, "My lord, where do you want to go?"

"Going to the ancestral temple, I have a knot in my heart, and I need to watch Bu Yin to divination for me."

When we arrived at the temple, it was already dark.The ever-burning lamp in the hall seemed to be brighter, Xiong Lu walked to the depths, and Guan Fuxiu sat quietly in front of the Phoenix Bird statue, looking at a scroll, not knowing what was on the scroll, which made him so engrossed.

Seeing Xiong Lu for the second time in one day, he was a little surprised and said, "My lord, why did you go back and forth?"

Xiong Lu sat down opposite him, and said: "Your king hasn't been in court for several years, right? I think the disaster in Chu country has to be dealt with. I'll go to court tomorrow. I don't want to care about anything right now." Ruo Ao, all I know is that the refugees outside the city may not be able to hold on anymore."

Guan Fuxiu rolled up the scroll and said: "Okay, just do as you want, and I will tell you what you should pay attention to when going to court."

Xiong Lu smiled slightly: "I thought you were going to scold me again, and then refute it back."

"Why? As long as the king makes the right decision, Fuxiu is naturally willing to follow."

The next day, the courtiers of the Chu State thought that after arriving at the main hall, they would return home after listening to Grand Master Pan's speech and discussing with their colleagues as usual.But when they arrived at the main hall today, they were surprised to find that the king of Chu was already waiting in the hall.The officials bowed their heads and saluted, all of them were very surprised.Pan Chongjing stood aside quietly with a smile on his lips.Yu Qiuzi stroked his beard and seemed to be in a good mood.

Seeing that the ministers had almost arrived, and the main hall was filled with darkness, they all bowed their heads in salute to him, he raised his hand and said, "Your family, get up."

When everyone got up, he said: "I have been away from court for a long time, and I feel ashamed. A few days ago, there were refugees from Chu and Chu, and it has become a disaster for the whole country. Yesterday, Wu Ju went to the palace to advise and put forward many available methods. The widow I think it's very good. Wu Ju, step forward."

Wu Ju was flattered, took a step forward, bowed to him, and said: "Your Majesty's praise."

"You don't need to be overly modest. In this hall, tell the gentlemen what you have seen, heard and thought. If you have any doubts, please ask Qing to clarify them one by one."

Wu Ju straightened his body, straightened his waist, and spoke loudly what he said yesterday in the hall.Xiong Lu's eyes flicked over the officials, carefully identifying their faces.There are many ministers he has never seen before, even if Guan Fuxiu mentioned it in his ear, he still couldn't get it right.Among these people, which ones are available, and which ones have ulterior motives?With his current ability, it is really impossible to tell.

Excluding Ruo's Dou and Cheng families, Qu's should be temporarily available.Although Qu Wuchen was a bit...difficult, he seemed to be quite loyal and kind.There is no problem between Taishi Pan and Doctor Yu, and Pan Yu and his son Pan Dang, who belong to the same branch of Taishi Pan, should be considered honest.This Wu Ju, who advised him, is a young talent who is bound to have a bright future.By the way, Wu Zixu, who is famous in later generations, is probably the descendant of this Wu family. ...Su Cong is a foreign surname without noble status. He has no power in the court and dares to speak out directly, so it should be available.It's just that I don't know which of these people he is.

"...I believe that the officials in the court should each contribute three months' salary to relieve our urgent needs..."

As soon as Wu Ju said this, the officials were in an uproar.The ministers discussed one after another, some agreed, some were noncommittal, and some had other concerns.An old man with a gray beard stood up, his voice was loud and full of spirit.He said: "Your Majesty, for the sake of Great Chu, let alone a three-month salary, even a three-year salary, I, Su Cong, are willing to offer it!"

It turned out that this was Su Cong, much like what he had imagined.As soon as Su Cong spoke, many ministers agreed.Xiong Lu nodded slightly, and said: "I think Wu Ju's words are justified, so I will use my salary to help the victims according to Wu Qing's words. For the refugees, I will do as Wu Ju said, by...Wu Ju and Shen Gong and Wu Chen will handle it together."

"The minister takes orders!" Wu Ju replied.Shen Gong Wuchen also came out and solemnly accepted the task.

Having successfully dealt with the refugee matter, Xiong Lu felt that the big rock hanging in his heart was let go, and it was much more refreshing.He said: "Is there anything else you need to ask me to play?"

At this time, a middle-aged man walked out from the crowd. He was tall and handsome, but there was a murderous look between his brows.He said: "The king has not dealt with government affairs for a long time, and now I am determined to come forward. It is really a blessing for me. In addition to the refugee matter, I also want to remind the king that there are vacancies in the court, and it is imminent to re-elect Ling Yin and Da Sima. .”