〖First, in the sixteenth year of Xiande's Dingmao, Prince De Zhao Jue went to Hengjiang by secret order, and wanted to sneak attack on Moling, but the secret was leaked to Yong, and he stopped the army. Not long after, Yong sent an envoy, and he promised Princess Changle to be with her relatives. Wang Confused, he stopped the battle.
When the victory was about to end, he summoned the prince to the couch, and said to him: "I have a grudge in my life, and I have not been able to keep the ancestral foundation well. , King Ling died.
In the fifth month of Gengwu, the nineteenth year of Xiande, the King of Qi of Dayong came to hang, and the King of Qi secretly negotiated with the lord of the country, promising to take heavy profits, and planned to attack Shu. The state of Southern Chu was originally ruined here, but at that time people didn't understand the disaster, nor the reason for the heavy benefit. Later, an internal servant heard the state lord sobbing and told the queen: "If you can restore the emperor's business, you will not be the queen, and you will be alone. I also hope that my father will serve Dayong, and now the King of Qi promises me with the emperor's industry, and I hope that Qing will tell your father on behalf of Guwan, and Nanchu will never fail Yong." The matter was leaked.
The king of Qi, the sixth son of Emperor Yong Gaozu, and the half-brother of Princess Changle, was less stubborn. Later, when he saw that King Yong was weak and crowned the king, his merits crowned the world, he was enlightened and said, "I should replace him." Later, he became famous for his martial arts.
- "The History of Chu in the Southern Dynasties: The Biography of King Yang of Chu"〗
In May of the nineteenth year of Xiande, Dayong sent an envoy to hang. I heard that the envoy was the sixth son of Emperor Yong Li Yuan and King Li Xian of Qi. Likes to read. Since the collapse of the Eastern Jin Dynasty and the disintegration of the Central Plains 70 years ago, Li Yuan's father, Li Shang, took advantage of the situation and called himself King Yong. Enterprising, his change is because of his second son Li Zhi.
King Yong Li Zhi, who was famous in his childhood, more than 20 years ago, Li Yuan's nine-year-old second son Li Zhi was dressed in white and plain clothes at the New Year's banquet. , made Li Yuan ashamed and retreated. Soon after, Li Yuan proclaimed himself emperor and changed to Yuan Wuwei. Then he fiercely fought and encouraged farming. In the third year of Wuwei, he proclaimed the world. Li Zhi was twelve years old at the time, and he went on an expedition with his father. Although Li Zhi was a nobleman of the heavenly family, he rarely lived and dined with the soldiers, and learned to lead the army to fight with the generals. Although he was young, he was very courageous and courageous. It is said that once the enemy army attacked the camp, Li Zhi took his own soldiers to escort Emperor Yong to re-emerge from the siege, and some soldiers shouted from behind: "Your Highness, don't abandon us." Li Zhi burst into tears and rushed back to the army camp alone. , The soldiers were grateful and fought desperately, but they actually forced the enemy back. After Emperor Yong returned to the camp, Li Zhi was seriously injured, still wearing armor to greet the emperor. Yu Zhimou was promoted to general in a few years after accumulating military exploits. In the ninth year of Dayong Wuwei, he defeated Yang Laosheng, the most powerful opposition force in the Central Plains at that time, and made great contributions to the consolidation of Dayong. Therefore, Emperor Yong named him King Yong, and when King Yong Li Zhi was in the class, the alleys of Chang'an, the capital of Yong, were empty and greeted by hundreds of officials. At that time, Li Zhi was weak and he was so honored and favored. In 2008, Southern Chu became a minister, and Dayong became a veritable overlord of the Central Plains. That was a later story. At that time, when Li Xian saw Li Zhi so honored in the crowd, he felt lost, and said to the attendant: "I should take his place." Li Xian was sixteen years old at that time. After that, Li Xian changed his bad habits, studied hard articles, practiced martial arts diligently, and invited himself to join the army on the northern border two years later. In the next ten years, Li Xian participated in several bloody battles with the Northern Han at the border. Although Li Xian was not as wise as Li Zhi, he was also a brave general. In the past few years, Dayong has been guarding the border, and there is no war in the north. The King of Qi, Li Xiancai, returned to Chang'an. He was very close to the crown prince, Li An. In Chang'an, Li Xian was the eldest among the noble youths. It made Chang'an uneasy, but he was the beloved son of Emperor Yong and had military merit, so no one dared to embarrass him.
I carefully looked at the information in my hand. Since I succeeded in "persuading" the queen, I started to accompany the driver as a chaperone. When I said that it was a chauffeur, it was actually to provide advice for the lord to refer to. This time, King Qi was the messenger. When we were sent to Nanchu as an envoy, the court was up and down, and we had a piece of information about King Qi. It seems that Nanchu's intelligence network in Dayong is also very extensive. This time King Qi came to offer condolences in name, but no one thought it would be so simple, otherwise Dayong would not have to send such an important person. In fact, I want to look at it. Maybe it’s because King Qi played too much in Chang’an. Emperor Yong asked him to come out to avoid the limelight. I read the information that it was written that just a month ago, King Qi robbed a civilian’s daughter as his concubine. , was impeached by the imperial censor. Although Emperor Yong protected his beloved son, he had to be punished slightly. I think the final punishment was a one-year fine. Is it obvious protection? . However, those adults didn't think so, they all thought that Emperor Yong's sending King Qi as an envoy was probably something important.
However, the current situation seems to be in favor of their views. After King Qi offered his condolences, he asked to meet with the lord in private, and now they are talking in secret in the imperial study. I was on duty in the imperial study room today, so I was waiting outside. I didn't mean to, but my hearing is so good, I listened to 80-90% of their conversations.
As soon as King Li Xian of Qi entered the door, he went straight into the tunnel: "Dayong hopes to join forces with Nanchu to conspire with the state of Shu. What is the state's plan?"
Zhao Jia was stunned for a long time before saying, "Shu Kingdom and Nan Chu have always been friends, how can they commit crimes for no reason."
Li Xian said with a smile: "What a country likes or dislikes depends on its interests. Although Shuzhong is friendly with Nanchu, and the two sides have frequent trade, most of the weapons and horses that Nanchu needs now need to be purchased from Shuzhong. Your country asks for a high price. A few years ago, your country purchased war horses from the Northern Han Dynasty and wanted to transport them back from Shu, but it was intercepted by Shu. Forced to promise not to buy horses directly from Beihan in the future, but there is such a thing."
There is no voice inside, but I can imagine that the face of the king must be blue and purple. I have heard of that incident, and I wonder why Shu is so short-sighted and resentful of Nanchu.
Then I heard Li Xian say: "My Dayong and Nan Chu are both monarchs and subjects and in-laws. The emperor's sister Changle is my father's beloved daughter, and now she is the queen of Nanchu. Our two countries are closely related. I don't call my Dayong a minister, and I'm so arrogant to Nanchu's friends, but it is because of the convenience of trade with the Three Kingdoms. Now Dayong and Nanchu are open to trade. According to the statistics of the Ministry of Household of our country, we have The country's trade taxation has exceeded that of the Shu Kingdom. In this king's view, the middle of Shu is now just a sunset and the mountains are dying. If our two countries join forces to capture the Kingdom of Shu, the royal father is willing to share the Kingdom of Shu with the lord. Territory, from now on, it will stop by the river, and the war will never end."
Zhao Jia's breathing became very fast, and it took a long time before he said, "You must be careful in fighting. Besides, the Kingdom of Shu is easy to defend and difficult to attack.
Li Xian seemed a little hesitant, and said after a while: "This king is leaving, and the royal father told me secretly that if the state of Shu is captured, and Dayong's frontier is stable, he can take a good rest. If the king is willing to help me in Dayong's attack on Shu, After the completion of the matter, the father is willing to acquiesce to the lord to restore the title of emperor."
Hearing this, I wailed in my heart. In recent years, there have been many calls for restoring the imperial title. I also heard Xiao Shunzi say that when the former king was dying, he asked the lord to restore the imperial industry. This temptation is too great. .
Sure enough, the country lord said hesitantly: "This matter is difficult to decide for a while, so let's ask the minister's opinion."
Li Xian said displeasedly: "It is right for the lord to be careful about such a big event, but this is no trivial matter. I also ask the lord to keep the secrets carefully. As for what my father said, I also ask the lord to be extra careful. , I, Dayong, will not accept the account."
Disregarding Li Xian's arrogance, Zhao Jia continued, "Don't worry, Your Highness, Gu must be cautious. This matter is of great importance, and Gu Jue dare not take it lightly."
Li Xian said with satisfaction: "Thank you so much for the reception of the king, this king will leave now."
Zhao Jia hurriedly said: "The Queen and His Highness King Qi have not seen each other for many years, and are eager to meet. I wonder when His Highness King Qi will have time?"
Li Xian laughed loudly and said: "This king has long wanted to see the emperor's sister, but it's just his responsibility. It needs to be public first and then private, so I will go to see the queen."
Zhao Jia said happily: "He Yan asks for a meeting, please ask His Royal Highness King Qi and Gu to go to see the queen." After speaking, footsteps were heard, and the two uncle Lang walked towards the door. I had already heard that I was disheartened, and it seemed that the lord of the kingdom would definitely attack the kingdom of Shu.
I decided to take a good look at this domineering King Qi, who was going to tie Nan Chu to Dayong's chariot. Li Xian, who followed behind the king, came out. Li Xian, 26 years old this year, has a handsome and handsome appearance. Because he has lived in the army for a long time, his figure is as sturdy as a pine, and his body is even more tempered. The spirit of killing, today is the official court meeting, so he is dressed in the service of Prince Dayong, and the golden brocade clothes are embroidered with dragons, which makes him more majestic and domineering. I fought a cold war, this King Qi must be a ruthless character.
When King Qi was walking by my side, he suddenly glanced at me, and there was a cold light like snow in his eyes. I quickly lowered my head slightly to avoid his gaze. Although I have seen his murderous look before, it is not necessarily true. Let him notice that I am not afraid of him. But he paid attention to what I was doing. Could it be that Liang Wan had already reported something to him, but Dayong was really amazing. A King of Qi was already so majestic, I don't know what kind of style the King Yong above him was.
Li Xian noticed that the young man was just for a very special reason. He was born with an instinct like a beast. He had a secret conversation with Zhao Jia in the study just now. He also knew clearly that there were no figures within a radius of 20 feet, and if it was more than 20 feet, if their voices could be heard, that person's martial arts would be too powerful. He believed that such a person in Nan Chu did not exist. Walking out of the room, he looked at the officials and servants outside unintentionally, but found that although there are a few people with good martial arts, they should all be masters in Nanchu, and it is impossible for them to hear the voice in the room. , Although several accompanying officials of different grades are closer, they obviously do not know martial arts. When his eyes fell on Jiang Zhe, although he knew that this person would not be an eavesdropper, Li Xian was still a little shocked. Although this young official was young, he was graceful and indifferent. Li Xian knew his own Huwei, once in Dayong, an official offended him, and he was about to have a seizure in his rage, but the official was so frightened that he fainted, and other civil and military officials always looked a little uneasy when they saw him. In front of him, he often accompanied him carefully, except for that person, Li Xian thought, since he was crowned, it was the first time he saw someone so calm and authentic. Thinking of this, his eyes couldn't help but become more intimidating. The young official lowered his head slightly and avoided his gaze. This should have been a sign of admitting defeat, but for some reason, Li Xian felt that this person was not afraid of himself.
Thinking of this, Li Xian stopped and asked, "What's your name?"
I was watching Li Xian's movements from the corner of my eye, and when I heard his question, and saw his boots parked in front of me, I had no choice but to raise my head, glance at the king, and ask for directions with my eyes. The king smiled and said, "This is my first talent in Southern Chu, Jiang Zhe, the champion of Xiande's sixteenth year. The queen likes his poems the most." Li showed a sudden realization, and said, "So you are Jiang Zhe. , your poems are really well written. 'Xingsheng in the southeast, three cities in Wu, Qiantang has been prosperous since ancient times. Yanliu painted bridges, wind curtains and green curtains, 100,000 homes. Clouds and trees surround the embankment and sand. . The city is listed as pearls, and the households are full of Luoqi competing for luxury. Heavy lakes are stacked in Qingjia. There are osmanthus in three autumns, lotus flowers in ten miles. Flute and drums, recite the haze. The future will be a good scene, go back to Fengchi to praise." You wrote this "Wang Hai Tide", which makes people yearn for the beauty of Jiangnan. This king's mission to Nanchu this time, I also want to see the scenery of Nan Chu."
I stole a glance at the full-faced and glorious king, and said humbly: "I am humble, thankful to be appreciated by His Highness." Li Xian gave me a deep look and greeted the king to leave, but I felt that my vest was cold, because That kind of gaze is a kind of inexplicable madness, like a fiery passion. I immediately doubted whether this King Qi also had the habit of breaking his sleeves, in addition to his love of teasing flowers. After a cold war, he decided to stay away from him in the future. far better.
Who knows that heaven does not follow people's wishes, the next day, I received an order, the lord of the country ordered me to be responsible for leading the king of Qi to walk around while His Royal Highness King Qi was in Southern Chu. God, the heavens are not benevolent, while I looked up to the sky and screamed, I decided to ask Xiao Shunzi if he could take more time to protect me these days. The hateful thing is that Xiao Shunzi said coolly, "I'm very busy. Anyway, King Qi is not bad. Just walk with him. Maybe King Qi will take you back to Dayong to enjoy happiness." I was so angry I almost fainted, and immediately made up my mind, I will do everything possible to protect myself, and I will never let King Qi's vicious thoughts succeed.
When I went to the post house to report to King Qi, I saw King Qi wearing a light blue robe, sitting in the courtyard with his arms open in the cold spring breeze and laughing. Next to him sat a beautiful white clothed like snow. The boy looked at him affectionately. I almost turned around and ran, and then I thought about it, the appearance and character of this white-clothed boy is nothing more than that of many stunning women. I should be fine as an ordinary-looking little Hanlin, so I respectfully went up to say hello, Then he said that he had come to serve on the orders of the king.
King Qi looked at me with shining eyes for a long time before he said, "Okay, I heard that there are many beautiful women in Jianye. Who is the best courtesan in Qinhuai River?"
I frowned and thought about it for a long time, then said, "I don't know much about it. Please, Your Highness, Rong Chen, go back and check it out, and I will definitely figure out the best among them."
King Qi's eyes were full of smiles, and he said: "Forget it, your investigation will not be spread all over Jianye, saying that this king is looking for flowers and asking willows. If the emperor knows about it, I'm afraid I will be reprimanded again. Let's go tonight. You accompany me to see, you must find a good firework leader." I was overjoyed, thinking that it would be best if you like to find women. Gentle Township is the Tomb of Heroes, I definitely don't mind if you die young. I must go to find the best brothel, I thought in my heart, I will secretly ask the official of the post house in a while, and he will definitely know.
As dusk approached, I had already found the opportunity to inquire about the depth of the Qinhuai River. If King Qi had not insisted on traveling in micro-clothing and not allowing others to follow him, I would have asked the officials of the post house to lead us there. But who is that young man in white, King Qi didn't introduce him, he just said his surname is Qin, I can just call him Young Master Qin, but no matter how I look at it, I think this young man in white looks like a sword hidden in a scabbard , Box Sword Curtain Lamp, it's very scary, he looks like Xiao Shunzi, and now he seems to be as listless as a shredded radish, I doubt whether his martial arts is getting worse and worse, but it shouldn't be, he seems to be getting worse and worse now. The ghost is gone. I just came back from the palace the day before yesterday, and I saw him waiting for me at my house. He said that he was not on duty during the day today, so he went to Wuxi, which is nearly 70 to 80 miles away from here, and brought me the specialties there. Rou Xiaolong steamed buns and duck blood vermicelli soup served as a late-night snack for me. I looked at the steamed buns and duck blood soup that were still warm. Although there were food boxes to keep them warm, they could not exceed an hour. Thinking of this, I got angry again, this kid, he knew that I was in danger, so why didn't he agree to protect me? Next time I cook, I will never leave him a copy.
I already know that the most famous ones of Jianye Qinglou are Fengyuelou, Xiaoxiang Courtyard, Yihong Pavilion, Fragrant Painting Boat, Fengyuelou is famous for bed kung fu, Xiaoxiangyuan relies on Kabuki, and Yihong Pavilion is a famous casino restaurant There is a hodgepodge of brothels, and the fragrance painting boat is said to be because Liu Piaoxiang, the first prostitute in Qinhuai, is in charge. Since King Qi is a frequent visitor in Fengyue Field, of course he should go to see Liu Piaoxiang, presumably such a royal nobleman, Even if you go to the kiln, you won't like places that are too vulgar. As a result, as soon as I said to go to the fragrance painting boat, King Qi excitedly said: "Okay, this king wants to see the style of Jianye's first prostitute?" I almost crooked my nose at that time. Make fun of me, or let me inquire. Although the official of the posthouse already knew that King Qi was going, he still looked at me with ambiguous eyes. I was still a strange man who was like a jade.