Rebirth of Wendong Xiaoji

After Zhou Yanhuan left, Chen Wendong's mind was full of thoughts and chaos. If Zhou Yanhuan had paid so much attention to him in the past, even if he was half as attentive now, they would not have come to where they are today.

He watched Zhou Yanhuan marry a wife and have children, and saw his wives and concubines in groups. At that time, he even felt desperate, but even then, Zhou Yanhuan did not allow him to leave.If he hadn't exchanged his life for his contract of selling himself, he might still be Zhou Yanhuan's slave until now.

From the day he left the barracks, he decided to forget this person and this relationship. Even if Zhou Yanhuan begged him on his knees, he would never look back, but what he didn't expect was that just a word from Zhou Yanhuan made him The defense line that I thought was solid has collapsed.

Chen Wendong shook his head vigorously, temporarily put aside those messy thoughts, and forced himself to calm down.When his brain began to function normally, he also began to think about the intention of Zhou Yanhuan's words.Are you really thinking about him?Is it a temptation or a temptation?It's no wonder that Chen Wendong thought too much, he really suffered too much, and he couldn't help being careless.

After some careful consideration, Chen Wendong still decided to refuse to be the prince and grand teacher.Not to mention Zhou Yanhuan's intention, it is not appropriate to establish a prince alone. If you want to establish a prince, you must first establish a country. Given the current situation, it is too unwise to do so.

Chen Wendong thought alone, while Zhou Yanhuan had another scene.

Zhou Yanhuan sat behind the desk, looked at his son in front of him, and doubts flashed unconsciously in his eyes, "Why don't you go to bed so late?"

Zhou Zhengze looked directly at his father, and his voice was as steady as usual, "Father, I want to talk to you about Uncle Chen."

Zhou Yanhuan narrowed his eyes imperceptibly, "Oh? What's the matter? Tell me."

"Father, I heard the conversation between you and Uncle Chen."

Zhou Yanhuan's eyes sharpened sharply, obviously very dissatisfied with Zhou Zhengze's eavesdropping behavior.

Zhou Zhengze poured a cup of tea for Zhou Yanhuan himself, smiled flatteringly, and then explained: "Father, at that time Maomao and Zhengbo were arguing for a martial arts competition, and I wanted you to be their referee, so I came back. It wasn't intentional eavesdropping."

After listening to the explanation, Zhou Yanhuan's expression softened a little, and then he said slowly: "You already know about me and your Uncle Chen."

Zhou Zhengze nodded, "Well, I knew about it a long time ago."

Zhou Yanhuan picked up the teacup, blew on the tea leaves floating on it, and pretended to be casual, "Then what do you think?"

After a long silence, Zhou Zhengze said: "If there is someone who must be with the father, I hope that this person is Uncle Chen."

"Why?" Zhou Yanhuan was a little puzzled.

"For one thing, Uncle Chen has a clear mind, calm temperament, and no family encumbrance, even if he is with his father, he will not seek power and profit, form cliques for personal gain.

Second, he has the grace to save our lives and protect us three brothers and sisters, at least he treats us sincerely, rather than seeking benefits from us, so even though I have long known about him and the king, I still Thankful.

And the most important thing is that the father likes it. "

As soon as Zhou Zhengze finished speaking, Zhou Yanhuan burst out laughing, "You boy, look at me and I don't know what you are thinking. It's not just because of these things, is it?"

Zhou Yanhuan paused, staring at Zhou Zhengze with both eyes, and said: "If I am with you, Uncle Chen, there will be no more concubines in the harem, and no more children will be born. You can also Save yourself a lot of trouble, right?"

Zhou Zhengze looked back at Zhou Yanhuan, without any cowardice, "Father is right. I don't want to live in a smog in the future. It is enough to experience that kind of life once."

Zhou Yanhuan looked back and sighed softly, "It seems that you still have a grudge against your mother's death."

Zhou Zhengze pursed his lips, showing a bit of stubbornness on his face, "Father, he is my mother. Even if he passes away early, his position in my heart is irreplaceable, just like my father."

Zhou Yanhuan got up, pulled him to sit beside him, and comforted him in a low voice: "Okay, Mrs. Duan is dead, what else do you care about? Aren't we talking about your Uncle Chen?" For Concubine Tan Zhou Yanhuan didn't want to say more about the matter, he tried to change the subject.

Zhou Zhengze also tactfully stopped mentioning it again, "Father, are you planning to establish a crown prince and make Uncle Chen the crown prince and grand teacher?"

"That's right." Zhou Yanhuan said firmly.

"Father, I think this matter needs to be discussed."

"Why? You don't agree to establish the crown prince, or do you disagree to make your Uncle Chen the crown prince?" Zhou Yanhuan turned to look at Zhou Zhengze.

"Father, I think it's all appropriate." Zhou Zhengze stood up, saluted Zhou Yanhuan respectfully, and said: "If you want to establish a prince, you must first establish a country, but the current situation is unstable. Originally, the other three forces have Joining forces means that if we establish a country now, it will definitely cause their actions, which is very detrimental to us."

Zhou Yanhuan's expression softened, and he couldn't help showing a hint of relief in his eyes, "You have been more stable than other children since you were a child, and your mind is also clear. I value you more among the two of you brothers, and I have been cultivating you as my heir all these years. I also want to do this Settle down early to save your brothers from being at odds."

Zhou Zhengze smiled casually, and replied: "My father also said that I will be raised as the heir, so what does it matter if he is a crown prince? Besides, the father is in his prime, and the son wants to live happily under the shadow of the father for a few years?" .

If you are worried about the estrangement between our brothers, I don't think there is any need for it.Although Zhengbo has a simple temper, he is not without opinions. Has he ever felt dissatisfied in these years?Don't worry, father, he is my own younger brother, as long as I'm around, I won't let him suffer any grievances. "

Only then did Zhou Yanhuan show a real smile, "Okay, my father saw you right."

Zhou Zhengze flattered him at the right time and said, "It's not because my father taught me well."

The smile in Zhou Yanhuan's eyes became more and more obvious, "Stinky boy, stop talking to me, and sit down soon."

Zhou Zhengze immediately sat down next to Zhou Yanhuan, and continued, "Father, I understand that you love Uncle Chen, but with Uncle Chen's talent, he is fully qualified for a higher position, why do you insist... "

Before Zhou Zhengze could finish speaking, Zhou Yanhuan interrupted him and said, "Why do I insist on imprisoning him in the secret cabinet? Why don't I give him real power, right?"

Zhou Zhengze glanced at Zhou Yanhuan, then immediately looked away.

Zhou Yanhuan sighed, rather helplessly said: "Your Uncle Chen's ability, I know better than anyone else, why don't I want him to show his talents, but if I really do this, those ministers will definitely oppose it strongly, and even plot against him. he.

Why didn't I let him go to the front line, instead of putting him in the secret cabinet?It is because even if he goes to the front line, some people will not let him hold real power, or even let him come back alive.In the dark pavilion, at least Elder Zhang was protecting him, and the tentacles of others couldn't reach in.It's not just your Uncle Chen's business, there are many things in the court, and there are always people who hinder you. "

"Father, are you going to let them continue to be so arrogant?" Zhou Zhengze was a little puzzled.

"Zhengze," Zhou Yanhuan pointed to the chair under him, and said sternly: "In this position, it looks like one thing and everyone respects it. In fact, there are many things to weigh, and some things are not something I can do as I want. And now is the time to employ people, as long as they are loyal enough, I have to endure some things.

As for your Uncle Chen, a small number of people are afraid that I will listen to the rumors and become a greedy and lustful king. Most people are not for their own interests?Otherwise, why would you send your own children to the palace while persuading me to stay away from 'traitors'? "

Zhou Zhengze sneered, and his face darkened, "Father, with all due respect, some people have gone too far. Even if you want to employ people, you can't encourage this kind of arrogance."

Zhou Yanhuan gave his son a calm look, "Don't worry, you have to find a suitable time, you still have a lot to learn."

The father and son chatted about court matters, and Zhou Zhengze said: "Father, I am willing to recognize Uncle Chen. When one day, you rule the world, I am also willing to recognize him as the prince and grand teacher."

"Okay, there will be such a day." Zhou Yanhuan said confidently.

Zhou Yanhuan inspected the dark pavilion, and then called a secret meeting with the leaders. On the day of the secret meeting, Chen Wendong did not attend the secret meeting.

After the meeting, Zhou Yanhuan found Chen Wendong's house, and Zhou Zhengze came with him.

"Little Dongzi, why don't you go to the secret meeting?"

"Your Majesty came just in time, I just have something to say to you." Chen Wendong deliberately changed the topic, "I think what your Majesty said earlier is inappropriate," he said, looking at Zhou Zhengze with a look of embarrassment on his face.When mentioning the prince and grand master, he would inevitably mention the prince Li. He was not sure how much Zhou Zhengze knew and what attitude he held, so he didn't want to say it in front of Zhou Zhengze.

"Just say it, Zhengze knows all these things." Zhou Yanhuan signaled.

Chen Wendong's heart trembled, so he had no choice but to bite the bullet and continue, "My lord, I don't think it is feasible to establish a crown prince."

"Why?" Zhou Yanhuan asked.

"If you want to establish a prince, you must first establish a country. Now the establishment of a country will inevitably lead to the collusion of other anti-kings, which is not good for the king. I think it will not be too late to establish a prince when the king is successful in his career."

"Well, according to what you said, I have to wait again. Xiaodongzi, to tell you the truth, I am now hoping that Zhengze can grow up early, and take over my mess, so I can come to accompany you early .”

"Your Majesty!" Chen Wendong's face changed in horror.

Zhou Yanhuan didn't realize it, "Little Dongzi, for the past few decades, you have been accommodating me and following my life. When Zhengze grows up, let me accommodate you and follow your life."

"My lord, why are you making such a joke? The grassroots are terrified, and I hope that the king will stop scaring the grassroots." Chen Wendong looked a little flustered, trying to blur the topic, while observing Zhou Zhengze from the corner of his eye.

Why did Zhou Yanhuan say that, and why did he say it in front of Zhou Zhengze?How much does Zhou Zhengze know?

"Little Dongzi, you don't need to hide it anymore, Zhengze already knew about our affairs." Zhou Yanhuan comforted him.

Chen Wendong was anxious in his heart, he couldn't listen anymore, and stopped him righteously: "Your Majesty, don't mention this kind of thing again, and the grassroots should just pretend they didn't hear it."

Can this be said casually?Not to mention saying it in front of Zhou Zhengze!It doesn't matter to Zhou Yanhuan if this is spread out, does he, Chen Wendong, want to live?Those ministers didn't like him at first, if they heard such words, wouldn't they regard him as Daji who brought disaster to the country and the people?And he's a male Daji!Chen Wendong was so anxious that he broke out in a cold sweat.

In order to dispel Zhou Yanhuan's thoughts, Chen Wendong tried his best to persuade him: "My lord, don't mention this again. As for the matter of establishing a crown prince, your lord should think twice."

"Why? Haven't you always liked Zheng Ze?"

Chen Wendong has the heart to scold his mother, Zhou Yanhuan did this on purpose, right?What good would it do him to provoke his relationship with Zhou Zhengze? !

"Your Majesty, the Eldest Prince is naturally impeccable. It's just that the timing is not right now. The other three forces already planned to unite. If you establish a country now, you will definitely accelerate their collusion. Although you are the strongest now, you have to deal with the three parties. It must be very difficult.

Now is the time to work together to deal with foreign enemies. Under such circumstances, the establishment of a prince will also distract the courtiers, and may even form factions, which is not good for you or the two princes.

Furthermore, Zhengze is young now, it is time to learn and experience, and the king is in his prime, so there is no need to be anxious about establishing a crown prince. "

Chen Wendong's words were cryptic, but both Zhou Yanhuan and Zhou Zhengze understood.

Zhou Zhengze wanted to pull Chen Wendong to sit down and talk, but Chen Wendong refused. He still doesn't know the intention of the father and son, so how dare he sit down!

Zhou Yanhuan smiled, and said helplessly, "Little Dongzi, why are you so nervous? I have no malicious intentions. Do we have to be so unfamiliar with each other?"

Chen Wendong saluted deeply, "Your Majesty, there is a difference between monarchs and ministers!"

"Okay, then tell me, given the current situation, what should we do next?"

Chen Wendong thought for a moment, and then said: "Then I will know everything. From my point of view, the most important thing at present is not to capture more cities and occupy more land, but to stabilize the existing strength, appease the people, and increase income. , Expand the army and improve combat power.

Your Majesty has just won more than thirty cities from Zhou Yanhao, and there are countless farms under these cities. Just guarding them requires a lot of troops, not to mention people needing to cultivate the fields.If it continues to expand the territory, on the one hand, it will speed up the alliance of other forces. On the other hand, the battle line is too long and the defense is difficult, which will easily give people opportunities to take advantage of.

Now that the war has just ended, the king can just take this opportunity to recruit refugees and use them for farming. In addition, the captured soldiers can also be disrupted and scattered to various farms, and the local officials can control their whereabouts.In this way, on the one hand, tax revenue can be increased, and on the other hand, it can also win people's hearts.

If the king wants to achieve hegemony, he must not only have a strong military force, but also win the support of the people of the world. This is the long-term solution.

In addition to stabilizing their strength, they also need to find a way to prevent them from joining forces. It would be even better if they could fight together.There are conflicts among the three forces, and the king can take advantage of their conflicts to create troubles and reap the benefits.

As for Zhou Yanhao, the king and him are not in the same place, so we can suppress him openly and aboveboard, so as not to let him have a chance to breathe.

The other two anti-kings are indeed very arrogant at the moment, but in the long run, there is nothing to fear, the kings just need to wait for action.

The Nanfan king was short-sighted, and he did not hesitate to plunder the people in order to increase his soldiers and food.The people complained a lot, but they dared not resist because of his power.But in the long run, this kind of conflict will definitely become prominent, and it will not be too late to deal with him when he is in civil strife.

As for Yang Baiquan and other Zhou Yanji’s former troops, they are limited by their geographical location, they are in short supply of both population and food, and they are not strong enough to develop…”

In order to arouse Zhou Yanhuan's hegemonic ambitions, Chen Wendong used all his words and brain cells to whitewash himself.

Finally, Zhou Yanhuan nodded and said with satisfaction, "Xiao Dongzi, I knew you still cared about me."

Chen Wendong almost spat out a mouthful of old blood, he cares about your size!My point is not this!The point, focus on the point, do you understand?

Zhou Zhengze was also very speechless, he really didn't expect his father to be so offline, Uncle Chen's face turned green, okay!