I’m The King Chapter 226: :Tight gongs and drums

;Zi Lan and Zhao Wuji, the current king of Zhao, have the same father and half mother. They were both the most powerful contenders for the king of Zhao Guoguo back then. The ruling concept of lenient government and less punishment had a great upper hand at the beginning, but at the last moment, because of Qin's aggressive posture, the old king finally chose Zhao Wuji, who acted more aggressively and had a more obvious sense of attack After Zao Wou-ki came to power, he intervened in the state of Yan and used multiple measures to almost turn the state of Yan into a barrier in the northeast of Zhao state. In the southeast, he dominated the state of Qi and joined forces with Chu, Wei and Han. Qin Jun, who had left Hangu Pass, pushed back abruptly, so that Zao Wou-ki's seat was secure.

But Zilan has always been a heart problem for him, especially with the death of the Qin State, Zhao Guo's national power is advancing rapidly, and the domestic situation is stable, Zao Wou-ki's style of severe punishment and law finally reminds people again Zilan back then. After Zilan failed to compete for the monarch, she returned to the territory of Daijun and focused on the development of Daijun. In the past 20 years, the strength of Daijun, which has a vast area, has become stronger and stronger. The county people are very supportive of it.

If that's all it is, no matter how rich Daijun is, it is only a corner of Zhao State, but in order to resist the Huns in the north, Zhao State has a huge regular army stationed in Daijun, and the commander is even more famous. Zhao Mu in the world, over the years, most of the military supplies needed by this regular army have been supplied by Daijun, and because this army is stationed in Daijun, the people of Daijun are close to the water, and a large number of Daijun people joined In this army, although the senior generals were directly appointed by Handan, the mid-level and lower-level officers are full of Daijun people.

What worries Zao Wou-ki even more is that the supreme commander of this army, Zhao Mu, has an irreversible relationship with Gong Zilan. However, Zhao Wou-ki cannot replace Zhao Mu. This is not only because of Zhao Mu's powerful influence in the army, but also Because Zhao Guo really cannot do without Zhao Mu's sea-fixing needle.

Zhao Wou-ki weighed the right and left, and finally got a king's order. He summoned Gong Zilan to Handan and appointed him as the Minister of the State. It was given to the firm Baowangtang headed by Zhao Qi. Zilan's family entered Handan, and he himself knew it well. He never took the lead and never took power.

Under Zilan's concession, Zhao's internal strife was almost forgotten by most people.

Zi Lan also thought that Zao Wou-ki should feel relieved about her, but this time, Zao Wou-ki's reaction finally made Zi Lan discover that Zao Wou-ki had never let go of this heart disease.

This time, he finally had a high-sounding reason to transfer Zhao Mu's regular army, and at the same time let Dai Jun suffer from the plunder of the Huns. It has nothing to do with the county, I'm afraid it will take at least a few decades for the county to recover. In Zao Wou-ki's generation, he can rest assured of Zilan, because Zilan has no ability to threaten him anymore.

It's just that all this is at the cost of Daijun's huge casualties and losses.

For this, Zi Lan could only swallow the bitter fruit silently. Decades ago, he did not resist. Now, it is even more impossible. I don't know, Zhao Mu and I are just friends of gentlemen, Zhao Mu is only loyal to one object, that is the Zhao country, if he really dares to rebel, the first one to come out to destroy him must be Zhao Mu.

The relationship between Zhao Mu and himself has been getting better and better over the years, not because of anything else, but because Zhao Mu appreciates his attitude of retreating in this internal struggle, because he has preserved the strength of Zhao Guo by doing so , so that Zhao Guo will not be weakened due to civil strife.

It's just a pity that Zao Wou-ki didn't see this.

This time he asked to go back to Dai County to defend against the Huns, Zhao Wuji readily agreed, maybe he hoped that he would die under the iron hooves of the Huns, in this way, all he needed was a very grand funeral, I can let go of the decades of heart disease.

Zhao Mu has already left a lot, but Gong Zilan is still sitting there silently. Through the window, he seems to see the people of Daijun howling and screaming under the iron hooves of the Huns, the houses are burning, running in the snow. The Daijun people on the ground fell one by one under the sharp arrows of the Huns who came after them.

There was a slight knock at the door, and an old man with gray hair appeared at the door. This is the first guest of Gong Zilan's family, the first counselor Pan Hong.

"My lord, all the generals in the family, county magistrates, and county lieutenants are all here, waiting for you." Pan Hong whispered.

Zi Lan woke up suddenly, supported the short table, stood up slowly, and glanced at Pan Hong who was also full of sorrow, "Sir, I didn't follow your plan back then and chose to back down, are you Aren't you always angry at me?"

Pan Hong smiled wryly and shook his head, "The matter has come to this, what else can I say, I have my own ideas, so I can't just say it wrong, at least Zhao Guo has been peaceful for decades, and now it is among the great powers in the world Lie, the national power is only inferior to Qin, but all this is too unfair to you, my lord."

"To receive such a comment from you, I have no regrets. Sir, I have been in Handan all these years, and Daijun has relied on you to preside over everything. Seeing that Daijun is going to suffer now, I think you are more painful than me. Zi Lan apologizes to you, your hard work over the years will be ruined." Zi Lan bowed deeply to Pan Hong.

"My lord!" Pan Hong rushed forward and knelt down in front of Gong Zilan, "Over the years, my lord has entrusted me with great responsibilities, and I have a lot of trust. I will die for my confidant. It is my blessing to serve my lord." , Even if Dai County is destroyed, we can still rebuild on the ruins, as long as your lord is safe. My lord, you should go back to Handan."

"No, this time, I won't go back, I want to live and die with Xiling City!" Stretching out his hand to hold Pan Hong, Gong Zilan said firmly: "Let's go, let's go and see them. In this battle, everyone can fight with Xiling City!" Let’s help each other and overcome difficulties together.”

The military and civilians of Daijun retreated, and the whole county began to deploy defenses nervously. They gave up all the places without cities and prepared to defend the city. Fortunately, Daijun is rich and has enough food and supplies to support their defensive battle this time. Even if they were facing more than 100,000 cavalry from the Huns.

It's just that, this year, all the Daijun people have lost their minds.

At this time, in Fufeng in the west of Liaoning, Gao Yuan at this time is far from qualified to know the major event that is about to happen behind the territorial dispute between Yan and Zhao. His strength and knowledge are not enough. Let him analyze this with his perception. What he thinks now is how to come back alive from this great war. Not only must he survive, but he must also make contributions, so that Zhou Yuan can't do anything, and Ye Tiannan has nothing to say. It would be even more wonderful if Zhou Yuan could lean towards him and help him out in the open and in the dark.

Of course, all of this must be based on one's own strength. If he is easily plotted to death by others as soon as he steps on the battlefield, then people like Zhou Yuan will probably kill him. When a fart, it won't be long before even his own name won't make him care about it.

After celebrating the New Year in the Niulan Mountain camp with great excitement, Gao Yuan returned to Juliguan. All of the weapons now come from here, and there is no room for slight negligence.

Over the past year, Juliguan has developed extremely fast. Previously, there was only a dilapidated city of Juliguan, but now around Juliguan, houses have sprung up, and a large number of warehouses and workshops have been built. With high confidence, here is the source of his money and utensils.

This time, He Lanyan was very sensible, and she didn't pester Gao Yuan at every step. When Gao Yuan returned to Juliguan, she resumed her role as cavalry instructor. She led the infantry and began to guide their horse fighting And horseback riding and shooting skills, every day is covered in snow and mud, which moved Gao Yuan.

Since He Lanyan arrived at the Niulan Mountain camp, he has never said a word to Gao Yuan that he should not go. Perhaps, this Hun woman is the one who understands her best.

"You are a lunatic!" Standing beside Gao Yuan, Bai Yucheng said bluntly: "I know this is a trap, but I still step into it without hesitation. He is a character who goes crazy for women. Is there any other story here?"

Gao Yuan laughed, "Brother Bai, without him, it's just a matter of dying, just like you have been a horse bandit for so many years in Donghu's territory. That time you didn't survive to earn your reputation?"

Bai Yucheng sneered, "Look at me as a dog in the water, do you want to follow in my footsteps?"

Gao Yuan shook his head, "I have to go, I have to go."

Bai Yucheng stared at it for a while, then shook his head, "Or, I'll go with you too. Dozens of my sons and daughters have recovered their combat effectiveness. They are stronger than your cavalry."

Gao Yuan spread his hands, "That's unnecessary. Compared to you, I command them more easily. To tell you the truth, Brother Bai, your combat effectiveness is indeed strong, but that's only on an individual basis. You are still hard to call it This army."

Bai Yucheng was silent, and after a while he said: "You are right. If we go, maybe not only will not be able to help you, but will cause you trouble. You will not make any mistakes when you go this time."

He raised his head, and suddenly smiled, "I wanted to do something for you, so that we can pay a little less for our food and medical expenses in Juliguan these days. I don't want you, but I don't like you."

"Speaking of which, I really have something to ask Brother Bai!"

"Please speak!" Bai Yucheng's eyes widened.

"After the beginning of spring, I will go to the front line of Yanzhao. I don't know how long this battle will take. I am always worried that the Donghu people will not let it go, especially now that Thorpe is in charge of Yulin Afterwards, if I encounter trouble here after I leave, I still want to ask Brother Bai to lend a helping hand." Gao Yuan said.

Bai Yucheng nodded, "Don't worry, Donghu people are also my enemies. If they really dare to come, I will definitely help your Niulanshan camp."

"That's it, thank you very much!" Gao Yuan bowed his hands in salute to him.