Chapter 112 Chapter One Returns Triumphantly

The beautiful Yangchang Mountain is lush and lush, and the Fenshui River is floating eastward like a horse. Xiang Shaolong watched Shan Rou's lone rider gradually disappear into the vast grass, and prayed for her secretly in his heart. Ji Yanran on his left sighed softly: "Sister Rou is a very strong and brave woman, Yanran wonders if she doesn't have her courage anymore." Teng Yi on the right nodded in agreement, and said, "I hope she has a safe journey, and one day she will come to Xianyang to find us!" Jing Jun on Ji Yanran's other side said worriedly: "Third brother, go and chase her back, okay? Beg her, maybe she will change her mind."

Xiang Shaolong smiled slightly and said, "Everyone should also have the right to pursue their own ideals and choose a happy lifestyle, otherwise there is no joy." When Ji Yanran looked at him in surprise, Xiang Shaolong let out a long roar, turned his horse around, and galloped towards Xiaoqiu Xipo. Ji Yanran and others urged their horses to follow, followed by the sons of the elite soldiers and the traitor Zhao Mu who was being detained. The dust rose into the sky behind his neat team like a tornado, and lingered for a long time. Everyone hurried on the road and caught up with Zou Yan's convoy in just one day. Although it was just over ten hours, it already felt like a world away.

The Tian sisters were overjoyed, they didn't expect to see Xiang Shaolong again so soon, and they were a little embarrassed when they remembered how they cried when they parted. Everyone was successful, and they were in a good mood, talking and laughing, traveling around the mountains and rivers as if on vacation, and finally arrived in Xianyang after more than two months. After hearing the news, Lu Buwei led Tuxian and Xiao Yuetan to the outskirts of the city to meet him. When he saw Zou Yan and Ji Yanran, it turned out that the three of them had met for several times.Back then Lu Buwei did a lot of business in various places, buying low and selling high, traveled all over the world, and loved to make friends with strange sergeants. Of course, he would not let go of a well-known and world-renowned talented woman like Zou Yan.

After some courteous speeches, the team of chariots and horses drove to Xianyang. Lu Buwei and Xiang Shaolong shared a car, and Xiang Shaolong gave a detailed report. When Xiang Shaolong was wondering why Wu Yingyuan and the others didn't come, Lu Buwei said: "The most powerful thing about Shaolong today is that he didn't let people see his true identity. This matter is very beneficial to the Eastern Zhou Dynasty. Now that the six kingdoms are in chaos, It is the best time to use troops." Xiang Shaolong and the others suddenly said: "It turns out that Lu Xiang has made arrangements to destroy Zhou, hey! Why didn't you see my father-in-law?"

Lu Buwei was even more energetic and confident than before.He smiled inscrutably, and said: "Shaolong's return is a top secret, and the matter of Zhao Mu must not be publicized. Just assume that Mr. Zou and Ji Caicai are the only ones who came. Otherwise, spies from the Six Kingdoms will be allowed to come back." Guess the relationship between Shaolong and them. Only by keeping the Six Kingdoms in the dark, can we use lightning-fast tactics to get rid of him under the pretext that Lord Dong Zhou is plotting against us, Great Qin." Xiang Shaolong knew in his heart that Qin State most important military merits, Lu Buwei had no achievements in this area, so he was eager to establish his prestige, so as to fulfill his ambition of becoming a noble and a marquis.

Although the national power of the Eastern Zhou Dynasty is not worth mentioning, it is still a co-lord in name, and the seven countries belong to the vassal status. If Lu Buwei openly went to the Eastern Zhou Dynasty, maybe the six nationalities temporarily suppressed their disputes and contradictions and joined forces to defeat Qin and protect Zhou. , that would be very bad, so we must attack his unpreparedness, and we must make a quick decision, so as not to have long nights and dreams. Lu Buwei said: "The extermination of Zhou is only a small matter in the military, but it has a lot of implications. If one is not good, it may cause the six countries to join forces to attack. Therefore, we must work both ways in military and diplomacy to enjoy victory in peace. results."

Xiang Shaolong secretly screamed loudly, Lu Buwei is indeed a man of great stamina and boldness, no wonder he was able to dominate Qin Dynasty for more than ten years in the future.By the way, I asked about the situation of Qin Ting in Xianyang. Lu Buwei showed a cruel smile, and said in a deep voice: "A group of Qin people headed by Mr. Yangquan spread rumors everywhere, falsely accusing the truth of poisoning you; Zi Chengyu. Hmph! I want to teach them to die without a burial place, and their wives, concubines and daughters will all be reduced to singers and prostitutes for people to ravage, so that I can vent the anger in my heart."

Xiang Shaolong's spine felt chills when he heard that, offending him is definitely not fun.But when I think about it, if Lu Buwei or himself falls on Lord Yangquan, the situation will be different.This is basically an era of cannibalism, and whoever has a soft heart will suffer. Lu Buwei continued: "Fortunately, the king supported me with all his strength, and the queen spoke in front of him. Now you have captured Zhao Mu back. After I destroy the Eastern Zhou Dynasty, you will get rid of Lord Yangquan in one fell swoop. At that time, Daqin was still alive. Who dares not to look at my Lu Buwei's face."

Xiang Shaolong secretly sighed in his heart, it was this kind of mentality that eventually forced Xiaopan Qin Shihuang to reject him.And at that time, I had no choice but to fight hard against him.Thinking of how he regards himself as a confidant now, but will turn against each other in the future, he can't help but feel deeply moved. Lu Buwei thought he was worrying about his own affairs, so he said happily: "The journey was hard, Shaolong went to the pasture to rest well, and after recovering enough energy, I still have an extremely important task for you to do." When Xiang Shaolong asked what the task was, Lu Buwei didn't say anything, at this time the convoy had just entered the east gate of Xianyang City.

Zou Yan and Ji Yanran were sent to Wufu, and they escorted Zhao Mu to the palace. Xiang Shaolong only felt exhausted, and at the same time knew that he had been deeply involved in the power struggle of the Qin court.And for the sake of Xiaopan, he had to help Lu Buwei deal with the conspiracy of Mr. Yangquan and others. Thinking of this, the joy of returning home was greatly diminished. The only thing that comforted him was that he could see Wu Tingfang, Zhao Qian, Tingfang and other women soon. ◇◇◇◇◇◇ Zhao Mu's face was as pale as death, with his hands tied behind his back and his feet tied with iron chains, he was escorted to the Dragon Seat of King Zhuang Xiang by two wolf-like guards of the Qin Palace, who forced him to kneel on the ground and pulled his hair , making him look up.

King Zhuang Xiang laughed loudly and said, "Marquis Zhao is safe and sound!" The eyes of Zhu Ji, who was sitting on the right, lit up, and Xiao Pan beside her was burning with flames of hatred. Although Xiang Shaolong hated Zhao Mu deeply, but seeing him in such a situation, compared to his previous majesty and majesty, it is a pity. Zhao Mu didn't say a word, his eyes shot out a venomous light. Zhu Ji smiled and said: "Master Hou is cleared!" Zhao Mu put his heart to one side, and suddenly yelled: "You bastard..." Xiang Shaolong was afraid that he would tell about his affair with Zhu Ji in public, so he pressed a few times with his hands, flew out, and kicked him in the mouth, the traitor's teeth were smashed to pieces, and his cheek was swollen and high, causing pain. silent. Xiang Shaolong shouted: "How dare you insult the queen, hum!" He moved so fast that even the two guards had no time to react. Zhu Ji is clever and transparent, so she naturally understands the role of Xiang Shaolong's outburst.Gratefully glanced at Xiang Shaolong who returned to the left where Lu Buwei sat down, and said coquettishly to King Zhuang Xiang: "My lord! The Ai family will deal with this traitor personally." Zhuang Xiangwang Xian loved Zhu Ji more and more, and said happily: "As the Queen asked. Detain this traitor for me and wait for the Queen to deal with it." The guards took orders and escorted Zhao Mu out like an animal. Xiang Shaolong took the opportunity to look at Xiao Pan, and after seeing him for more than half a year, he had grown thicker, his eyes were shining brightly, his demeanor was deep, and he looked rather majestic without being angry, so that even Xiang Shaolong was a little startled when he saw it. Although Xiao Pan is young, he has gone through hardships after losing his mother, and he has to guard against being known for his identity. Without Chengfu, he will become fond of Chengfu. The two men's eyes met, and they avoided it at the same time. King Zhuang Xiang looked towards Xiang Shaolong, Longyan said joyfully: "The Grand Tutor first sent back the head of Le Cheng, and then captured Zhao Mu, which greatly vented the grievances in my chest. Lu Xiangguo thinks how should I reward him?" Xiang Shaolong hurriedly said: "The success of this trip is all due to Lu Xiangguo's ingenious plan, which made people make four fake masks for us, so that we can succeed immediately. Lu Xiangguo is the one who has truly made great contributions. Shaolong is just following orders!" Lu Buwei saw that he was not proud of the credit, and humbly gave in, and attributed the credit to himself. He was very happy, and said with a smile from ear to ear: "My lord! It is really a blessing to the king to have such a talent as Shaolong in Daqin, but please take advantage of Zhao Mu. The matter still needs to be kept secret, so it is inappropriate to reward Shaolong heavily at this time, but also pretend to blame him for his ineffectiveness in doing things, so as to deceive people's eyes and ears, please learn from me, Your Majesty." King Zhuang Xiang frowned and said: "Although I know that this is the case, but seeing Shaolong, I only feel joy in my heart, how can I bear to blame him?" Lu Buwei laughed and said, "Let this matter be handled by the old minister! The Queen Mother must take care of you." Seeing that King Xiang doesn't like to be fake, Xiang Shaolong has a good impression of him.well!It's a pity that he only has two years left to live. Zhu Ji interjected, "Wang'er is the happiest when Grand Master Xiang is back. He doesn't even bother to learn the art of swordsmanship and war when others teach him. He said that he should be taught by Grand Master Xiang." Xiang Shaolong was slightly taken aback, and looked towards Xiaopan.The latter was looking at him, his cold eyes were filled with gratitude and fiery color. Lu Buwei said: "Prince Zheng may be disappointed, Taifu Xiang will go on an envoy to the six countries again after a short rest." Xiang Shaolong, Zhu Ji and Xiao Pan were all astonished. King Zhuang Xiang sighed: "The widow is also reluctant to part with Shaolong, but Xiangguo is right, if Zhou is to be destroyed, both military and diplomatic measures must be taken, so as not to cause disaster." Zhu Ji frowned and said, "Your Majesty and Xiangguo have the heart to make Mrs. Xiang keep running around? What if you're exhausted?" Lu Buwei smiled apologetically, "Don't worry, Queen, we must cooperate with the date of dispatching troops. The Tai Tuo has at least a month, so he can take a good rest." Xiang Shaolong was puzzled and said: "I have a lot of talents in the Great Qin Dynasty, but my minister lacks experience in this field, and also because he is in conflict with Wei Zhao, maybe..." Lu Buwei laughed and said: "Experience is cultivated. Shaolong has both civil and military resources, so he will be more than capable. As for the previous rift, which destroyed the agreement of joint verticality, everyone is in danger, lest we take advantage of them and curry favor with everyone." It's too late. This matter is now done, Shaolong must not resign modestly." Knowing that there was no way to refuse, Xiang Shaolong secretly sighed, pretending to accept the choked bone happily. Then Xiang Shaolong narrated Zhao Guo's experience vividly, and King Zhuang Xiang couldn't wait to change his face. When he mentioned the tension and excitement, Zhu Ji patted her breasts, and Xiao Pan shot strange lights . At dusk, he was willing to let him go back to Wufu. Lu Buwei personally sent him back. Xiang Shaolong looked out of the car window and saw the evening scene of Xianyang City when the lights were just on, and he didn't know what it was like. Lu Buwei next to him said: "Shaolong, don't blame me for making you run around without stopping. I really worked hard and hoped to cultivate you as my most capable assistant. There are people in all six countries who can communicate with me, Now that it is decided that you will be sent as an envoy, I will send someone to go to check it first to pave the way for you." Xiang Shaolong had no choice but to say against his will: "Xiangguo loves you so much, even if I, Xiang Shaolong, am so heartbroken, I won't be able to repay it." Lu Buwei nodded in satisfaction, and said: "For me now, the most important thing is to buy time, to secure the internal affairs first and then fight the external ones. As long as I can really gain a firm foothold here one day, I can start a great cause. This time Shaolong's envoy It is very important to make the prejudices between the six countries deepen and it is difficult to join hands to shake us. Everyone in the world is greedy for money, without exception, as long as we can spare money and bribe the ministers of other countries, we will definitely be able to lame their own country's strategy. Less Does the dragon understand what I mean?" Xiang Shaolong recalled that the Wu family was the defectors under his gentle tactics, and it worked very well.No wonder he regarded it as an excellent recipe, but he, Xiang Shaolong, was quite tired of this kind of conspiracy, and was willing to fight with the sword and the enemy to decide the outcome on the battlefield. While thinking, Lu Buwei said again: "The strategy for the six countries is also different. Basically, it is to surround the three Jins, unite Qi and Chu, and isolate the people of Yan. As long as the three Jins fall, the other three countries will be destroyed without attack, and the world will be able to achieve greatness." A unified situation, ending hundreds of years of deadlock without a leader." In the end, this powerful figure who has grown from a businessman to a powerful person holding national power, his sharp eyes flashed with a frightening brilliance looking forward to a bright future. Xiang Shaolong thought to himself that you really expected it right, but you didn't expect that the great cause of reunification would be accomplished by Xiao Pan, not you, Lu Buwei. The strategy used by Lu Buwei is still a continuation of Fan Ju's "distance and near attack", with the hegemony policy of annexing neighboring countries as the backbone, and now the first sacrifice is the Eastern Zhou Dynasty.History also proves that this is the smartest strategy. At this moment the carriage and horse team came to Wufu, Lu Buwei put his shoulders on his shoulders and said kindly: "I won't accompany you into the mansion anymore, have a good rest, come to the Prime Minister's mansion tomorrow night, let us have a drink and have fun, congratulations on your return from this big victory .” ◇◇◇◇◇◇ Surrounded by his personal guards, Lu Buwei left Wufu.Xiang Shaolong turned around and was about to enter the mansion, but Wu Tingfang and Zhao Qian had already rushed out of the mansion crying and threw themselves into his arms, followed by Wu Yingyuan, Tao Fang, Teng Yi and others. His face was a little dark, as if he was forcing a smile. He put his arms around the two beautiful wives and asked puzzledly, "Where's Tingfang?" The two girls cried even harder. Immediately, Xiang Shaolong's hands and feet were cold, feeling very ominous, and he looked towards his father-in-law, Wu Yingyuan. Wu Yingyuan sighed and said: "The most important thing for Shaolong is to let go of his arms. Tingfang died of illness three days ago, alas! She can't wait for you to come back." Xiang Shaolong stood beside Tingfang's body which was put on the mourning clothes, seeing that her face had lost a little, she seemed to have fallen into a deep sleep, and deep sorrow surged in his heart. Wu Yingyuan sighed behind him: "Since you left, she has been unhappy, thinking about you all day long, and she has always been in poor health, and she fell ill within a month. Since then, she has been pregnant..." Xiang Shaolong burst into tears, his vision blurred. This beautiful woman with a rough life, who has been bullied by men all her life, has not enjoyed many days of happiness, so she just let go.Heartbreaking pain and guilt ate away at his soul. What exactly is life? Why three days ago she was still a living person who could speak and move, but at this moment she turned into a lifeless and cold corpse? Teng Yi on the other side came to him, put his arms around his shoulders, and said in a deep voice, "Don't be too sad, it will hurt your body." Xiang Shaolong tried his best to keep his voice calm, and said slowly: "I want to bury her near the Yinlong Courtyard in the ranch, she likes it the most, and at the same time set up graves for Zhao Ni, Shu Er and Su Nu..." Said At this point, I couldn't speak any more, and wept bitterly. The funeral was held three days later. Lu Buwei and Meng Ao came to attend the funeral, and King Zhuang Xiang sent his courtiers to express condolences. Xiang Shaolong didn't cry anymore, every day when he got up, he went to the grave to pay his respects in silence. After ten days, his emotions gradually calmed down. This morning, Ji Yanran, Wu Tingfang and Zhao Qian accompanied him to the cemetery to lay flowers as usual. After the sacrifice, he and his three daughters walked in the wilderness to relieve their worries, but their hearts were full of emotions, which were difficult to dispel. Ji Yanran said softly: "Shaolong! Don't be so sad, okay!" Xiang Shaolong hugged her lightly, then let go of his hands and said, "For those who are overwhelmed, the only thing is to say goodbye! There is life and death, and death and death. Why are there always such unsatisfactory things in life? Is it my murder?" too heavy?" Wu Tingfang on the other side said: "Xiang Lang! Don't say these words, okay? Tingfang is so afraid to listen!" Thinking of leaving them again soon, he sighed and said, "Lu Xiangguo wants me to go on an envoy to six countries to implement his foreign policy..." The three women's expressions changed at the same time. Xiang Shaolong's heart ached even more, he broke his heart and said, "Don't worry, I will always bring you by my side, never to be separated." The three women breathed a sigh of relief, and their mood improved. Ji Yanran said: "There is news from Handan, is Shaolong interested in hearing it?" Xiang Shaolong pulled himself together and took the three girls to sit down beside a clear stream in a nearby valley. Ji Yanran said: "After you left, Handan was in chaos, Tian Dan and Li Yuan both knew that the plot had been revealed, so they fled back to Qichu in a hurry overnight. King Xiaocheng thought that you all died heroically, and was very sad and regretful. He fainted on the spot when offering sacrifices to your dead soul, and he is still ill now. The government is controlled by Empress Jing and Guo Kai. " Xiang Shaolong looked at Zhao Qian, the third son of Zhao country bowed his head sadly, obviously he still had a father-daughter affection for King Xiaocheng, so he was sad because of it. Xiang Shaolong let out a long breath, looking at the lush ancient trees on the slopes of the valley, among them there are many tall trees thicker than ten square meters, standing upright in the wind, covering the sky with canopies, even in this cold winter season, they are still not in the slightest state of decay .Behind the shade of the green trees is the Moon Worship Peak, which rises out of the clouds and is also the highest mountain in this place. Xiang Shaolong's heart moved and he said: "I want to go up to the Moon Prayer Peak to have a look, Qian'er, can you do it?" He had to do something, give himself a goal, and only then could he be freed from grief. The three girls were stunned first, then Zhao Qian nodded and said: "Qian'er practiced riding and archery with Ting Fang every day, and she practiced so well! How could there be any problems?" Seeing that her husband was interested in doing something for the first time in more than ten days, Wu Tingfang jumped up excitedly and shouted: "Fang'er finds someone to lead the horse, so as to save some leg strength." After speaking, she ran happily To Taniguchi. When the sun was shining high in the sky, they had already climbed to the peak of worshiping the moon, but there was still half a mile away from the peak, but because of the steepness of the mountain, they had to give up. Looking down from here, you can see the Wujia pasture in a panoramic view, with vast grasses, clear streams and springs, cattle, horses and sheep scattered or gathered on the grassland.The courtyard buildings are hidden in the forest, and the scenery is picturesque, which makes people feel refreshed. The cold wind is blowing, the mountains are green, the mountains are undulating, and the fields are far and near. Xiang Shaolong let out a long cry, let out his depressed mood, and said in a better mood, "Is Danchu dead?" Ji Yanran was enjoying watching, and said with a smile: "It wasn't him who led the troops into the city, so I took my life back. I heard that Queen Jing was very sad about your 'death', and refused to eat it for three days in a row. something." Xiang Shaolong's heart throbbed for a while, he was silent for a while, and then asked again: "Any news about Ya'er and Zhizhi?" Ji Yanran said: "There is no news yet, but Second Brother Teng has sent people to Daliang to contact them. If our first stop is Wei State, we can openly meet with them soon!" Xiang Shaolong shook his head and smiled bitterly. When he fled Daliang that day, if someone told him that he could go back to Daliang in a big way, he would not believe it even if he was killed. Ji Yanran said: "Master Lu sent someone to invite Yanran and godfather to live in Xiangfu. Yan wanted to accompany you, so of course she refused to go, so godfather went alone." Zhao Qiandao: "Xiao Jun is the most active. Not long after he came back, he led Liu Chao and Pu Bu to hang out in the city. I'm afraid he will cause trouble." Xiang Shaolong smiled wryly: "Even if they don't provoke others, someone will provoke us, and we can't avoid it." Wu Tingfang said happily: "The fourth brother sent someone from northern Xinjiang to send a batch of high-quality Polygonum multiflorum, and said that he would soak Xiang Lang in wine. I heard from my father that he recently defeated the Xiongnu, and his record is outstanding!" Xiang Shaolong secretly thought that he finally heard good news. He has full confidence in Wang Jian. The four famous generals of the Warring States Period "Qi, Jian, Po, and Mu" are Bai Qi, Wang Jian, Lian Po and Li Mu.Qin and Zhao each have half. Had it not been for King Xiaocheng's wrong move in Changping, replacing Lian Po with Zhao Kuo who was only good at talking on paper, the number of victories and defeats of Qin and Zhao would still be unpredictable. Now that Lian Po is getting old, even though Li Mu, who is an incomparable general, is in charge of the overall situation, he has no soldiers to use, and because the government has fallen into the hands of Guo Kai, a traitor who can't hold anything, he will be restrained everywhere, and it may be difficult for him to be powerful. In this case, how can Zhao Guo have any hope of revitalization? Bai Qi is dead, and the world will belong to Wang Jian.