I will not be king in the Spring and Autumn Period

Chapter 245 Chapter 281 Chapter 282 Request to Xu

Xiang Xu has been traveling all over the years, and he has seen a lot of big scenes and big shots.

As I said before, because he facilitated the meeting to eliminate soldiers, he has somewhat of a face in front of the Central Plains countries and various big bosses.

But I didn't expect that when I came back to Chu country, I heard that the king of Chu, Xiongwei, wanted to give him a bad name as soon as he settled down. Did he make it clear that he wouldn't buy his old face? !

Therefore, it would be strange to say that he was not resentful.

This is indeed very auspicious.

Because Xiang Xu himself was a very face-saving person, and he also thought he had a lot of face.

Li Ran is also aware of this point. After all, the current King of Chu is not the previous King of Chu. The reason why Xiang Xu of the Song Dynasty was able to travel all over the world to promote the alliance of eliminating soldiers is largely because of the former Chu King. Kang Wang is relatively easy to talk to, and Xiang Xu has a very good relationship with Yin Zimu (Qu Jian), the order of Chu State, and Zhao Wu, the ruling minister of Jin State.

That's why his old face is somewhat thin.

And now?It has already changed the world.How can the current king of Chu, Xiongwei, be so talkative?He doesn't care what number one person you were Xiang Xu before, in his opinion you are just a rotten piece of wood.

"Hmm... this matter... the King of Chu has indeed gone too far..."

After all, visitors from the Song Kingdom are always guests, and the king of Chu, as the host, would do this as soon as he came up, which is indeed not the way to treat guests.

Furthermore, the King of Chu convened the Shendi Huimeng this time to find the friendship of the Song League.

At this time, the king of Chu is not polite to the state of Song. Isn't this going to break the trust of the princes?And once you lose your trust and Song Guo is forced to quit the alliance and leave, how should the other Central Plains countries react?

Although the countries in the Central Plains have been fighting for years, they have been committed to dealing with Chu State in terms of value orientation since Duke Huan of Qi.In this matter, everyone can be said to have always maintained a high degree of consistency.

Therefore, if the king of Chu really pushed Song State into a hurry, and then all the countries in the Central Plains would unite to isolate Chu State, what good could Chu State gain?

And Zichan, who was sitting quietly at the side, couldn't help but to say:
"The countries in the Central Plains are all of the same spirit. If the King of Chu is so intimidating, then this meeting of applying for land may backfire."

Wisdom is like childbirth, how can you fail to see through the doorway?

After he finished speaking, Xiang Xu immediately nodded in agreement.

Zichan looked at Li Ran and said:
"That's right, Ziming, now you are considered a celebrity in front of the King of Chu, you should give some advice on this matter."

Zichan didn't know whether the king of Chu would listen to other people's words.

But Zichan knew that the King of Chu would definitely listen to Li Ran's words.

At this time, Xiang Xu also bowed his hands to Li Ran, and continued:
"By the way, Xu and Ziming have never had any contact with each other. I didn't expect that this meeting will directly cause trouble. I ask Ziming to forgive me for the lack of etiquette..."

"Come on, bring things up."

After his words fell, several Song Kingdom guards came in from outside the garden carrying a large box.

Xiang Xu pointed to those boxes and explained:

"It's just a small gift, not a respect, I hope Ziming can accept it with a smile."

How could the experienced Xiang Xu, who traveled all over the world, not know the truth that "the emperor does not send hungry soldiers"?

So when he came to the door this time, he prepared a generous gift early in the morning, waiting for the opportunity to get married with Li Ran.

Seeing this, Li Ran immediately stood up and bowed to Xiang Xu:
"Wouldn't Master Xiang Zuo's move be a disservice to this junior?"

"How dare you accept such a generous gift? Master Zuo please take it back."

Of course, Li Ran couldn't accept the gift before things were done.

In this era of sophistication, he, Li Ran, understood this rule better than Zichan and Xiang Xu.

Receiving gifts and doing business is indeed the norm in this era, but Li Ran is not a person of this era after all.

As the saying goes, if you don't get rewarded for nothing, if you get things done, you can give gifts as a thank you, which is okay.

But now the matter has not been done, but the gift was sent early, which is not in line with the morality of future generations.

"Hey, Ziming is confused! Since it's a little favor from Master Zuo, why should Ziming refuse?"

At this time, Zichan at the side also gave Li Ran a wink.

Li Ran was slightly taken aback when he saw this, and immediately sighed:

"However, you will not be rewarded for nothing..."

But who would have thought that Xiang Xu laughed loudly and said:

"Haha, everyone in the world doesn't know Li Ziming's name, who doesn't know? People who want to give gifts to Ziming, I'm afraid they can queue up to go to Zheng Guo from here!"

"Today, Ziming is willing to accept Xu's mere gift, which is enough to give Xu a little bit of thin face..."

Look, this is Xiang Xu's wisdom.

He can always say the most appropriate and empathetic words at the right time, so as to achieve what he wants to achieve.

"Well, since that's the case, then it's disrespectful."

After Li Ran finished speaking, he slightly raised his hand towards Chu Dang who was behind him.Chu Dang immediately took the people down and carried the box containing the dowry into the backyard.

Since he accepted the gift, Li Ran acquiesced in interceding with King Chu on behalf of Song.

"Hehe, with Lao Ziming, then Xu will wait for the good news."

After saying that, Xiang Xu stood up and said goodbye.

After he left, Li Ran turned around and asked Zichan:
"Why did the doctor accept the dowry from Master Zuo? It doesn't seem like a doctor's style to act like this?"

When Zichan heard the sound, an inscrutable smile appeared on his face.

Just listen to him:

"Hehe, doesn't Ziming still have to deal with Huashi of the Song Dynasty? If Xiang Xu can help you then, wouldn't this matter be much easier?"

It turned out that this was another dark move by Zi Sheng.

After hearing this, Li Ran was also stunned, and immediately nodded in agreement.

Although Qing Feng was a breakthrough, even if Li Ran seized this breakthrough and really dug out the gang hiding behind Qing Feng, how would he get it?
If he really wanted to attack the Hua family of the Song country, then it was obvious that Xiang Xu, the left master of the Song country, and even the Xiang clan would play a very crucial role in the future.

So making friends with Xiang Xu at this time, for Li Ran, only made money but not lost.

"If according to what you said Ziming, Qingfeng, the Ji family of the Lu State, the Hua family of the Song State, Feng Duan of our Zheng State, and the unknown person in the Qi State, the power of these people is probably It's unimaginable. Could there even be more wealthy families, or even certain offices involved?"

"So, if Ziming wants to attack them, his own ability is probably far from enough. Therefore, it is not a bad thing to be able to make more dignitaries and like-minded people!"

Zichan reminded again.

After hearing this, Li Ran suddenly realized, and couldn't help nodding:

"What the doctor said is reasonable, but remember it."

For the use of "potential", Li Ran should be clearer than everyone in the world.

He naturally understood what Zichan meant, but there was always a hurdle in his heart.

That is, he is actually not good at "using power", in other words, he is not good at using others to achieve his goals.

Therefore, even though he said he agreed, but in fact, if he was to do it seriously, it would be very embarrassing for him.

In fact, he prefers to rely on his own hard power to accomplish some things.

But it's still too early to tell, and everything is still in his plan.Therefore, for Li Ran, he doesn't have any more thoughts right now.

So, after the two of them chatted about some other things, Zichan got up to say goodbye and left.

After Zichan left, Ji Le came out of the room. Seeing Li Ran's pensive face, he immediately brewed a cup of scented tea and brought it to Li Ran.

"Could it be that my husband is unwilling to help the Song people out of their difficulties?"

Ji Le thought that Li Ran was worrying about helping Song people to talk about Xiang.

Li Ran shook his head and said:
"It's not hard to help them."

"Oh? What is the husband thinking about?"

At this time, Li Ran held the teacup in his hand, stopped it by his lips, and replied thoughtfully:

"I'm just wondering if I can kill two birds with one stone..."

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Chapter 282_ The prince is upset

Since the Hua family of the Song Dynasty was also a member of Qingfeng who secretly supported Qingfeng behind his back, it stands to reason that they should be in the same group.

And now Hua Fei from Song State also came to Chu State, and the King of Chu wanted to punish them immediately.

Li Ran promised to help Prince Zuo and Xiang Xu out of the siege, but if he did so, wouldn't it be the same as helping Hua Fei out of the siege?

Therefore, what Li Ran was thinking at the moment was, is there any way to help Xiang Xu, but also deter Hua Feisui?

However, this is undoubtedly very difficult.

After all, Crown Prince Zuo, Xiang Xu, and Hua Fei were all from the Song Dynasty, one was prosperous and the other was damaged. How could they be separated at this time?

Ji Le naturally didn't understand this, she watched Li Ran sink into deep thought, she closed her mouth consciously, sat aside and waited quietly.

But after a long time, Li Ran couldn't think of a way to get the best of both worlds, so he had no choice but to give up at the moment.

"It seems that this Fahrenheit has already made two-handed preparations. The reason why this guy delayed the trip halfway, it seems that he wanted to anger the King of Chu, and thus mess up the alliance."

Thinking up to this point, there was no solution for a while, so Li Ran had no choice but to get up and prepare to meet the King of Chu.

Seeing Li Ran get up, Ji Le also got up together, while arranging Li Ran's clothes.After tidying up, he hugged him from behind again, put his head against the back of Li Ran's neck, and said in a soft voice:
"Le'er doesn't understand what your husband is doing. Ke Le'er still hopes that your husband will always remember one thing."

"That is, Le'er will always wait for her husband..."

After the words fell, Ji Le's eyes were clear, pure and affectionate.

Yes, as a daughter's family, what she hopes is that her husband can return to her side safely every day, that's all.

This is probably the commonality of all women.

Li Ran's importance to Jiyue is self-evident, and Jiyue naturally doesn't want Li Ran to be in any danger.

"Hehe, don't worry, it's not worthwhile to sacrifice your life for a Song country as a husband."

Li Ran untied Ji Le's hands, turned around, and gently tidied her hair, but his face was full of smiles.

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Li Ran came to the Zhanghua Hall, and was about to pay homage to the general after some greetings, but unexpectedly Prince Qiji also arrived.

Therefore, Li Ran had no choice but to salute again.

And in the same way, when Wang Ziqi saw that Li Ran was there, he was slightly taken aback.

"Hehe, brother Ji and Ziming are here today, what's the matter?"

King Chu sat on the throne and asked with a gratified smile on his face.

Whether it is Li Ran or Prince Qiji, he attaches great importance to it.

In particular, Li Ran was able to take the initiative to come to see him today, which meant that Li Ran was no longer as unfamiliar with him as before.

For the king of Chu, this is a matter of joy.

And Prince Qiji took the initiative to come to see him, which means that this younger brother is also assisting him wholeheartedly, and the future of their Chu country is also very promising.

"I heard that Mr. Ling Zheng also came to Chu State together. Qi Ji thought that Mr. was going out with Mrs. to relax? I didn't expect Mr. to care so much about my Chu State's affairs?"

"Since that's the case, why don't you stay in my country of Chu? Brother Wang will definitely satisfy you."

Prince Qiji spoke first, but then turned back with venomous words. There was a sense of disdain between his words, and a look of contempt in his eyes.

Before, Li Ran kept saying that he would not stay in Chu State to seek affairs for Chu State, but now he came to visit the King of Chu every three days. Of course, Prince Qiji thought that Li Ran was just trying to gain fame by doing this.

Of course, he satirized Li Ran so much, but he was actually provoking Li Ran.

After all, if Li Ran really stayed, it would definitely not be a good thing for him.

"Hehe, the fourth prince was joking. The subject and the king have already made an appointment. After the three things are done, the subject will leave."

"As for the cheap lady, she has just arrived in Chu State, and she has not adapted to everything yet, and I will take care of it myself, so the fourth prince will not bother."

Li Ran's words were impeccable. He neither swayed his guns, nor bowed his knees. Instead, he spoke in a very peaceful tone.

However, in addition to the superficial meaning of his words, there is actually another layer of deep meaning hidden.

That is: dogs take mice, mind your own business!You are the only one who has too many things to do every day!
Because, whether it is his agreement with the king of Chu, or coming to Chu for Jiyue, these are all his own affairs, and it is your turn to intervene?
After Wang Ziji heard it, he didn't seem to feel the deep meaning of Li Ran's words, he just laughed it off and didn't take it seriously.

But when the King of Chu heard Li Ran's "Three matters are completed, he should leave", his face suddenly darkened and he was a little displeased.

"Sir, come today, is there something wrong?"

"Back to Your Majesty, I recently heard that your Majesty will punish the people of Song Dynasty just because they were late for a few days. After hearing this, your Majesty is very panic-stricken. This move is not good for the state of Chu. I hope your Majesty can withdraw your order and think twice." Let's do it!"

Li Ran didn't hide it either, and immediately remonstrated like this.

But when he just finished speaking, the prince Qiji on the side just sneered and said with disdain:
"Song people are arrogant and do not understand etiquette. Since answering the call, they are still so procrastinated. This is clearly intentional, and it does not give us Chu the face!"

"Brother Wang punished them a little because of this, why not? Mister speaks for them at this time, so could it have something to do with them? Or is Mister taking advantage of them?"

As soon as these words came out, there was a sudden silence in the hall.

Li Ran frowned slightly, and a trace of doubt floated in his heart.

Is this Prince Qiji spying on him?
Thinking of this, he turned his head to look at Prince Qiji, and said in a deep voice:
"Then... how does the fourth prince think the Song people should be punished?"

"That's needless to say? The people of Song Dynasty didn't follow the etiquette and neglected me, Chu, so they should be severely punished!"

He said "minor punishment" just now, but turned around and said "severe punishment". It seems that Wang Ziqiji is also very accomplished in talking to himself.

The king of Chu didn't express his opinion after hearing the sound, but just looked at it with a very indifferent look, as if waiting for Li Ran's rebuttal.

And Li Ran didn't hesitate, and immediately sneered.

"If the king punishes the people of Song Dynasty severely today, the Central Plains countries who came to the meeting tomorrow will leave together. At that time, the so-called Shendi alliance may become a joke. Can the fourth prince take up this responsibility?"

Song people are only a representative of the countries in the Central Plains, and they are not very important representatives.

But even so, Chu State could not neglect them.

Because what Chu State at this time wants is to unite with the Central Plains countries to isolate Zhongli.

If the King of Chu severely punishes the people of Song Dynasty at this time, then the monarchs and ministers of other countries will see it. Will they stay here foolishly and wait to be picked on by you, the King of Chu?

And their departure means the failure of the whole plan of Chu State. The Shendi alliance is in name but not in reality. Zhong Liguo will not only openly get the support of Song Guohua, but also the whole Central Plains will give assistance openly.

At that time, the situation in Chu State will also plummet.Not to mention drinking horses from the Yellow River and aspiring to win the Central Plains, even a small Zhufang City will become a hurdle that Chu cannot overcome.

Prince Qiji was so refuted by Li Ran that he was speechless on the spot. He looked at Li Ran in a daze, and held back a sentence for a long time:
"Hmph! What a joke, is it true that my state of Chu is really afraid of them?"

The dead duck has a hard mouth, so it must be him.

(End of this chapter)