In order to conceal their tracks, Wang Yue entertained Mei Changsu and his party at the Juying Restaurant in the palace, and also asked his subordinate Chen Qingzhi to accompany them.
After he asked the servants to serve tea, he pretended to be puzzled and asked, "Sect Master Su, you are a rare guest! Nie Feng and the others often come here, but you always avoid seeing me. How is your recovery?"
Mei Changsu couldn't help but cough, then waved his hand and said, "Brother Wang, my body is just like this. Although I have been recuperating for several years after vomiting blood twice, it's not a big deal, but whenever I feel cold, I can't help coughing.
However, it is much better than before. At least now I can go out often and don’t have to rest for several months after going out like before.
Big brother, please don't call me the leader. You are already the King of Yue, the object of all countries' vying to win you over. I am just a guardian of a small gang, so I dare not call myself the leader in front of you.
Moreover, the reason I came here this time is because the world is in turmoil again because of your marriage.
In the past few days, more than a dozen sect leaders have sent people to sound me out. They all want to know from me whether the King of Yue has any other intentions in preparing for the selection of talents. "
Wang Yue understood what Lin Shu meant. He had already been an emperor. Although he didn't mind continuing to be an emperor, he was not obsessed with being an emperor.
Rather than being an emperor and studying the emperor's mindset every day, he wanted to learn some tricks of the underworld.
After all, he only has a half-baked knowledge of imperial skills, and there is no emperor who can teach him step by step. He might as well wait until he becomes a prince before considering these issues.
He was a man who had to travel through the heavens and the worlds, and traveling the rivers and lakes was inevitable. If he wanted to gain some experience, what better opportunity was there than now?
Although he couldn't call his father Zhang Erhe when he encountered difficulties like some people did, he could still ask for help as long as the place was too far away from the State of Yue.
Whether it is his own Jinyiwei, the guards of Yan's Trading Company, or the Jiangzuo League, they can all guarantee his safety.
The most important thing is that there are two parts of Nirvana in Fire, and it seems that there will be a third part. The world will be in chaos for a long time. He should train his troops now, and it will not be too late to unify the world next time he comes in. Why should he become alienated from his old friends in Chiyan because of this?
Chapter 86: Change the emperor!
Now seeing Mei Changsu's probing words, Wang Yue felt that he had suddenly stirred up the situation, which made Mei Changsu probably think that he had some ulterior motive, so he wanted to see if he would start a war now.
This possibility is too great.
For example, no matter which country Wang Yue marries as his queen, he can gather the strength of the two countries to attack Daliang.
Moreover, Daliang is currently in a weak state. This is a really good opportunity. It is even possible to destroy Daliang in one fell swoop.
However, this was not a good opportunity for the State of Yue. It was just giving a wedding dress to others for nothing, allowing the six countries to divide Daliang, while the State of Yue could only get one or two pieces of land at most.
But just for one or two pieces of land, the Central Plains will fall into a state of fragmentation again. For Wang Yue, a time traveler, it is really not worth it.
Although Wang Yue saw it clearly, he didn't want Mei Changsu to know that he saw it clearly. After all, Mei Changsu was a relative of the Daliang emperor, so he had to be on guard against him.
In order to clear up Mei Changsu's misunderstanding, he sighed and pretended to be very aggrieved and said, "Xiao Shu, others may not understand, but don't you understand? If there were any other choices, I would not have walked down this path today."
Mei Changsu knew what Wang Yue was talking about. Before the battle of Meiling, Wang Yue had already retired from the Chiyan Army and became a wealthy man. It was only because of the father and son of the Lin family that he had no choice but to leave the army.
If we really want to discuss it, Wang Yue has done a lot of favors to the Lin family and the Chiyan Army.
He didn't want to continue this topic, so he followed Wang Yue's words and asked curiously, "Then I wonder what the King of Yue wants to do most?"
Seeing Mei Changsu asking, Wang Yue said politely, "Young Marshal, there's no need to call me the King of Yue. Just call me Wang Yue."
Mei Changsu didn't force it, but said readily, "In that case, I will call you Brother Wang, and you don't have to call me Young Marshal."
Wang Yue, of course, took advantage of the situation and said in a friendly manner, "Xiao Shu, let me tell you, I just wanted to provide a good life for my parents in the past, and now I have finally fulfilled this wish, but it has trapped me in Wu Yue instead.
I now want to become a hero so that I can travel to every corner of this continent and experience different customs and cultures.
Therefore, compared to the position of King of Yue, I envy you more for being the leader of a gang."
Mei Changsu didn't know whether what he said to Wang Yue was acceptable or not. After all, Wang Yue had no way out now and could only go down this path to the end. He didn't think Wang Yue was a smart person who would seek death himself.
Of course, he did not come this time to stop the Kingdom of Yue from provoking a war, but wanted to talk to Wang Yue to see if it could be postponed.
He was not only worried that Wang Yue would take action and cause the people of Central Plains to suffer again, but he was also worried that he would lose his chance of revenge.
Moreover, he was also worried about the health of the Empress Dowager and wanted to wait until she passed away before making any decision.
So, he simply asked frankly, "Brother Wang, you suddenly announced that you want to find a princess in the world. What is your plan? Can you tell me?
You may not know that according to the information we received from the Jiangzuo League, not only did several countries send princesses and counties here, but even several major sects also sent their female disciples here.
The originally calm world has become turbulent because of the decision you made.
However, our Jiangzuo League and Yue Kingdom have only developed for a few years, so it is not suitable for them to be so high-profile, and now is not a good time.
So, I came here this time to find out your purpose. If you want to start a war at this time, I would also like to advise you to be patient for a while. It is not the best time for Yue to start a war at this time. "
Although the Jinyiwei of Yue State has been established for a relatively short time, the news is not very delayed. Wang Yue certainly knows that all major forces are ready to make a move, and he also knows that various countries want to send a princess.
Seeing Mei Changsu almost begging, even offering to help in the future, he understood that Mei Changsu was sincere.
He had no intention of starting a war, so he pretended to be very aggrieved and said, "Xiao Shu, I don't believe that no one in the Jiangzuo League has urged you to get married and have children?
Why haven't you gotten married yet?
Don't tell me you're going to keep vigil for the Marshal! I used this excuse a few years ago."
Mei Changsu knew that Wang Yue had used this excuse before, and he had certainly used it too. When he saw Wang Yue bring it up, he rarely drank a glass of water to hide his embarrassment.
Nie Feng, who came with him, saw that he was angry and a little embarrassed, so he smiled and said, "You know what, the King of Yue and the Sect Master are both people who do big things, and they both make the same excuses. Sect Master, after you go back this time, you should also find a partner as soon as possible, right?"
With Nie Feng smoothing things over, Chen Qingzhi also said, "I think it's better to do it now than to wait for a day. Taking this opportunity to choose a princess for my prince, why don't you choose a few as well, Master Su?"
Mei Changsu didn't expect the topic to go here. He didn't want to talk about this matter, so he waved his hand and refused, "No, I won't get married until the Red Flame Army is cleared of the injustice."
He still missed Nihuang very much, but because of his scheming, Nihuang's father died in the war between Nanchu and Prince Mu's Mansion, which made him feel ashamed to see Nihuang.
Wang Yue saw that Mei Changsu had finally gotten to the point. In order to reassure Mei Changsu, he said seriously, "Xiao Shu, whether it's revenge or clearing up the grievances, I'll be included. I'm also a member of the Red Flame Army."
Mei Changsu understood what Wang Yue meant, which was that there was no intention of mobilizing troops for the time being, so he felt relieved.
He felt that although Wang Yue had been a local lord for so many years, his original intention had not changed, and he was still the loyal and righteous Big Brother Wang.
He also sat up straight and said to Wang Yue very seriously, "In that case, I will inform Big Brother Wang when I start planning. Please also inform me of any plans Big Brother Wang has."
Wang Yue knew that Mei Changsu was asking for a promise from him, so he simply asked tentatively, "Xiao Shu, I think revenge and redressing grievances can be done at the same time."
Mei Changsu didn't realize that Wang Yue was testing him, so he asked curiously, "I wonder if Brother Wang has any suggestions?"
Wang Yue picked up the tea and took a sip. Although the tea warmed his lips, it did not stop him from saying the cold words, "Change the emperor!"
The cup in Mei Changsu's hand fell to the ground with a bang, and the water in the cup spilled all over the floor.
Nie Feng was not much better off. He couldn't help but spit out the tea in his mouth. Fortunately, he was sitting on the side, so the tea didn't spray on anyone. He was the only one who couldn't help coughing.
Mei Changsu picked up the cup awkwardly and said very carefully, "Brother Wang, please don't say such things carelessly. No matter which country the emperor is from, it is not so easy to replace him."
Through Mei Changsu's performance, Wang Yue discovered that Mei Changsu had not thought about changing the emperor at this time, so he reminded him very seriously, "Xiao Shu, you have always been thinking about revenge, but you don't think that the Emperor of Daliang will issue an edict of guilt, do you? With the temper of the Emperor of Daliang, do you think it is possible?
Or, if the emperor issued an edict of guilt, would he build a shrine for those 40,000 brothers? At most, he would have given an explanation to the Lin family!"
Mei Changsu knew this was impossible, so he said with some embarrassment, "Can't we choose a prince and support him to take the throne, and then let him help you clear your name?"
Wang Yue shook his head and said helplessly, "But who can you choose? We all know the children that Emperor Liang has already made kings. Xiao Jingxuan, who was just made crown prince, or Xiao Jinghuan, the Prince of Yu?
No matter which of these two becomes emperor, it is impossible for him to commit crimes for the Red Flame Army. They are all direct beneficiaries of Prince Qi's death. The other princes have no intention of competing for the throne, and they do not have the strength either.
I'm afraid you're optimistic about Prince Jing Xiao Jingyan, right? But you should also know that Prince Jing has been disliked by the emperor because of the Red Flame Army.
Do you think, besides rebellion, what chance does Prince Jing have now?"
When Mei Changsu saw Wang Yue mention Xiao Jingyan, he remembered what happened two years ago. He quickly stood up and bowed, thanking him, "I also want to thank Brother Wang for letting the water buffalo go two years ago."
Of course Wang Yue knew that Shuiniu was the nickname of Prince Jing, and two years ago, Wang Jing had fought with Prince Jing.
Two years ago, Prince Jing led 30,000 troops and took advantage of the heavy fog to suddenly cross the river from Yangzhou and come to the State of Yue.
He originally thought it was a surprise attack, but he didn't expect that Vietnam's defenses were very tight, and even in foggy weather there were people patrolling continuously.
Not long after Prince Jing's army landed on the south bank and before they got close to the city, they were surrounded by Wang Jing's troops. He had no choice but to board the ship and retreat.
When encircling the Daliang army that was crossing the river, Wang Jing saw Prince Jing's flag and deliberately slowed down his pace. After watching Prince Jing board the ship, he encircled and wiped out the remaining troops.
Later, Wang Jing apologized to Wang Yue for this matter, but Wang Yue comforted him and he didn't take it to heart.
Many people thought that Yue was completely unprepared for this war, which was why they were not well prepared. In addition, the Daliang army fought desperately to protect them, which ensured that Prince Jing could cross the river safely.
However, Mei Changsu understood that there was a rhythm of letting up. Otherwise, with the ambush of Yue Kingdom's powerful bows and crossbows, Prince Jing would be seriously injured if not killed.
The reason why Wang Jing let Prince Jing go at that time was simply because Prince Jing was the only prince in the court who spoke for the Red Flame Army. He did this not only to do Lin Shu a favor, but also to help Wang Yue win people's hearts. After all, there were too many old members of the Red Flame Army in the army.
Wang Yue saw that Lin Shu was sincerely thankful, so he waved his hand and said casually, "Prince Jing has the Red Flame Army in his heart, and as a veteran of the Red Flame Army, I certainly can't repay kindness with enmity.
However, Xiao Shu, I remind you that if you want Prince Jing to seize the throne, it will probably be no easier than rebelling. His hope is really too small."
Mei Changsu saw that Wang Yue had seen through his plan, so he didn't hide it anymore.
He poured himself a cup of hot tea, took a sip, and warmed himself up, then said helplessly, "Brother Wang, don't forget that I am also a person of royal blood. Brother Wang can rebel, but I have some concerns.
The Empress Dowager is still in the palace. She loves me the most. If she knew that I was rebelling, she would be furious. "
Only then did Wang Yue understand why Mei Changsu in the play did not rebel.
He had been managing the Jiangzuo League for more than ten years, and while seeking revenge, he almost threw the court into chaos. At this time, as long as he had an army, he could have relied on the power of foreign enemies and destroyed Daliang in one fell swoop. However, Mei Changsu did not do so.
Chapter 87: Princes of the Seven Kingdoms!
Wang Yue looked at Mei Changsu with a strange expression. This man could clear the names of the Red Flame Army, but who were the ones who got compensated in the end?
So many years have passed, and if Wang Yue and Mei Changsu had not provided support, the families of the wronged souls of the Red Flame Army would probably have been broken up long ago.
If they died in the battle, they would have nothing to say, but being stabbed in the back deprived them of the honor of defeating the larger force with a smaller one. How could more than 40,000 innocent souls accept this?
But Wang Yue did not argue with Mei Changsu, because he knew it would be difficult to convince Mei Changsu.
After all, although Mei Changsu entered the world of martial arts, he came from a prominent family and was related to Emperor Liang by blood, so it was already good enough that he could overturn the verdict.
He understood Mei Changsu's real intention and wondered if he had any intention of taking action immediately, so he took the opportunity to say, "In that case, I can assure you that I will not attack Daliang before you get your revenge."
Wang Yue knew that the noble families were now very wary of him and he had no chance at all. What he needed to do now was to manage his own territory well so that the people here could live a good life. When the people were in favor of him in the future, that would be the time for him to unify the world.
The aristocratic families are nothing but chickens and dogs in the sea of common people.
Mei Changsu saw that Wang Yue had already given his assurance, so he said sincerely, "Brother Wang is so understanding, I can't help but express my opinion that the Jiangzuo League will no longer collect profits from the grain and fodder purchased by Yue State in the future."
Wang Yue was speechless. Is he the kind of person who would be interested in such a small profit?
He has set his sights on the Jiangzuo League!
However, Wang Yue did not show it and still expressed his gratitude enthusiastically. He felt that as long as they gradually built closer relationships, everything would be a natural outcome.
After all, the Jiangzuo League was developed based on the Chiyan Army and their families, and so was the Yue Kingdom. The blood relationship between the two sides was so close that when Mei Changsu was gone in the future, Wang Yue would take over the Jiangzuo League without any resistance.
After putting aside the business, Wang Yue started chatting animatedly with these old friends. For this purpose, he even specially called some old members of the Chiyan Army to come and entertain the guests. The banquet lasted for a long time before it ended.
But since Wang Yue decided to use the talent show to stir up the storm, he is destined to be very busy.
After seeing off Mei Changsu and the others, before he even sat down, the butler came to report, "Your Highness, the Prince of Daliang Yu sent someone here. Would you like to meet him?"
Wang Yue knew that someone from Daliang would come, but he didn't expect that the first person sent would be Prince Yu. But it was normal to think about it.
As the son of Princess Linglong of Hua State and Emperor Liang, Prince Yu must have many spies from Hua State around him. Even if the prince does not want to come, his subordinates will instigate him to send people over.
After all, the Hua Kingdom was destroyed by the Chiyan Army back then, and the Chiyan Army’s case also involved traces of the Hua Kingdom’s former ministers, so the two sides were considered even.
As an emerging force, Wang Yue is a possibility to destroy Daliang in the future. Hua State will certainly not miss the opportunity to win him over.
But Wang Yue was very curious about who was coming this time. The Princess Xuanji from China was the spy who controlled the Hua Kingdom. All of her subordinates were beautiful, and two of them were on the Langya Beauty List.
However, Wang Yue soon found out who the person coming was. It was Qin Banruo who was on the list of beauties. She was the counselor under Prince Yu in the TV series, and now she was sent here as an envoy.
When Qin Banruo saw Wang Yue, he immediately bowed and said respectfully, "My prince heard about the beauty pageant held by the King of Yue, so he sent us here to express Daliang's intention to reconcile.
Our Princess Daliang will come to Yue soon. I hope our two families can stop fighting and form a lasting friendship."
Wang Yue really didn't remember whether Emperor Liang had any daughter in the TV series Langya Bang. He only remembered that Mei Changsu's mother was also a princess, but she died suddenly.
He pretended to recall the past and sighed, "When you mentioned Princess Daliang, it reminded me of Princess Jinyang. When the commander of the Red Flame Army, Lin Jia, died, she also committed suicide for love. She is indeed a woman of love and righteousness!"
Although Qin Banruo was a capable spy trained by Princess Xuanji and being eloquent was a basic ability, she was still very embarrassed by Wang Yue's words and didn't know how to respond for a moment.
Wang Yue's words seemed to be praising the princess of Daliang for her loyalty and righteousness, but he was also saying that for Daliang, the princess's marriage would not hinder Daliang's attack on the Kingdom of Yue at all, and it was basically meaningless.
Qin Banruo quickly took a deep breath to calm herself down. She knew that if she didn't tell them her true purpose, the young King of Yue would definitely drive them out of Yue.
So, she bowed respectfully as usual, and then said sincerely, "Your Highness, King Yue, could you please dismiss the attendants? I have something my master wants to tell you to say."
Wang Yue understood that Qin Banduo saw that he did not welcome the envoy from Daliang, so he prepared to explain his identity.
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