After Spring and Autumn

Chapter 144 Visiting the Guo Family
The state of Wei sent envoys to the state of Qi?This news made Mengdi feel a little bad in his heart. Guoyuan is a very measured person, and he can't tell himself what he shouldn't say.

These words are more like a reminder, telling him that the current situation in Lu State is not good, and I hope he can make a more sensible choice.

After arriving at the mansion and taking his seat, Guoyuan didn't have too many taboos, and asked directly.

"I heard that Tian Chang came to visit last night. I was a little curious. What will Tian and Meng Zi talk about at this time?"

These words made Mengdi realize that this was not Guoyuan's question, but Guoxia's meaning, because Guoyuan's character would not ask such a direct question, so he replied immediately without too much hesitation.

"Tian wants to take this opportunity to sell me some food and other things, and make a lot of money by taking the opportunity."

Guoyuan nodded. This is very in line with Tian's style. After all, Qilu and Shandong are not at war yet, and some private trade is not prohibited. Even if Tian takes the opportunity to make some money, there is nothing wrong with it.

However, Kunihara still reminded him as always.

"When interacting with the Tian family, it's best for Meng Zi to know what he knows. By the way, the second wave of envoys from the Lu State is coming soon. As for the final outcome of the talks between the Qi and Lu countries this time, it is up to you. It depends on your ability, Mengzi."

Hearing this, Meng Di gave a helpless wry smile, and directly expressed his thoughts.

"The state of Lu is weak now, and under such circumstances, it will not change its family without authorization. Unless something happened to the state of Jin and forced the state of Lu to make a choice, otherwise there will be a war between Qi and Lu. As for the scale of this war , It depends on what Qihou wants."

Guoyuan frowned slightly, and there was some dissatisfaction in his tone.

"Didn't Mengzi send a letter before saying that this time the envoy intends to ease the relationship with Qi? Why are you saying such things now? Could it be that Mengzi did this on purpose?"

From the tone of these rhetorical questions, it can be heard that Kunihara has a feeling of being cheated.

And Meng Di didn't see the slightest panic on his face, but he analyzed it with reason and evidence.

"Right now, Yang Hu is in power in the State of Lu, and the power of the Sanhuan is declining. Under such circumstances, the Duke thinks that with Meng's prestige, he can influence Yang Hu? This time, Meng is going to Qi as an envoy for the future. prepare for."

"If you can know Qi's attitude, then Meng will be sure in the future that he can persuade the people in Lu to change Qi's view. At that time, Qi and Lu will naturally have great hope and can form an alliance."

After he finished explaining, Guoyuan frowned and thought for a while, then nodded slowly, and then he didn't mention these things again, but invited Mengdi to play in the mansion, like a friend he hasn't seen for many years.

After lunch at noon, Guoyuan sent someone to take Mengdi down to rest, and waited until the sky gradually calmed down, and then he invited Mengdi to a courtyard, and after entering, he saw Guoxia listening to the piano with his eyes closed.

Meng Di didn't bother, he saluted silently, and then sat down beside him.

It wasn't until a piece of music was finished that Guo Xia slowly opened his eyes and asked after seeing Meng Di.

"Mengzi said that there will be a battle between Qi and Lu this time, so what is the purpose of Mengzi's envoy to Qi?"

Obviously at this time, Guoyuan had already repeated what he said to Guoxia, and now he asked this question because he wanted to know what Mengdi had planned.

At this time, Meng Di already had a countermeasure in mind, and said calmly.

"Now that the power of the Jin State is still there, it is inevitable that the Qi State will go to war with the Jin State if it wants to dominate. Meng wants to ask my lord, is the Qi State now ready?"

Wen Yan Guoxia smiled slightly, sat up straight slowly, and asked questions instead of answering.

"I don't know what is said in it? The old man wants to hear Mengzi's explanation."

"The so-called centipede is dead but not stiff. If Qi and Jin go to war now, it will not only greatly deplete Qi's national power, but it is very likely that Qi will have nothing to gain. So what Meng means is that when the vast accumulation Grain, hard training."

"In this way, once we start a war with Jin, it will be a battle for the whole country. Only by going all out to Qi can we win the final victory. Otherwise, it is definitely not Jin's opponent to fight Qi hastily."

At this time, Guo Xia's face showed a serious look, and he looked at Meng Di differently. Guo Yuan told him before that Meng Di was a brave man, and he was humble and polite.

However, as soon as these words came out, Guoxia realized that Mengdi's ability is far more than that. At least he has a unique vision in governing the country and general strategies. A person who can lead troops in battle and manage the country can be described as a all-rounder.

Thinking of this, Guo Xia nodded slowly, and then changed the subject.

"Mengzi has been very close to the Tian family recently, and there must be some private agreement between you. Dare I ask Mengzi, is he ready to crusade against Ju?"

First click on the Tian family, and then talk about the affairs of the country of Ju. The two seem to have no connection, but Mengdi's heart thumped. It is obvious that this Guoxia has been roughly guessed. Some of the relationship between the Tian family and him Agreed content.

It doesn't make much sense to say nonsense to such a person, so Meng Di said after thinking for a while.

"This is nothing more than mutual use. Mengyi is now in a state of ruins, so Tian's financial resources are needed. For Ju State, it is just a pretext. Even if Meng leads troops to crusade against Ju State in the future, he will not come close to Qi. country border."

"It is unwise to offend a big country for petty gains. Meng will never do this. At that time, Ju will be powerless to resist, and will definitely fall under the rule of Qi."

Since everyone is a sensible person, and there is no need to cover up what they say, Mengdi simply expresses his meaning clearly, that is, he attacked Ju, and Qi can take the opportunity to annex it, and everyone will benefit together.

As for the future territory issue, we can sit down and talk slowly when the time comes, Guoxia's eyes show appreciation.

"Meng Zi was able to do great things at such a young age. He is indeed different from ordinary people. Marquis Qi has already decided to meet you tomorrow. I think you will get the news after you return to the post."

"The old man hopes that in the future, as you said, the state of Lu can form an alliance with the state of Qi. If this is the case, if Mengzi wants to send troops to attack the state of Ju, the Guo family will persuade Gao Guoxiang not to use troops against Mengzi. In addition, the old man reminds you, don't You are too close to Tian."

(End of this chapter)