In the house, the banquet had already stopped, Xiang Liang and others were staring outside the door. Not long after, a young general wearing silver armor walked quickly into the lobby accompanied by Kong Ji and Cao Feng. At this time, the three of them simultaneously

Kneeling on one knee, he cupped his hands and said, "I've seen the general."

Xiang Liang saw that Xiang Zhuang was more mature than before. In him, he could vaguely see the figure of his former brother Xiang Qu, and he couldn't help but nod with satisfaction.

On the side, Cao Wujiu caught a glimpse of his daughter Cao Feng. In the past few years, she had followed Xiang Zhuang in the army. She had become darker and thinner. She no longer felt like Xiaojiabiyu at first. Watching her daughter suffer outside, day by day.

The change made Cao Wujiu feel a little sad in his heart, his eye circles were slightly red, and he almost shed tears.

But Cao Wujiu is not an unreasonable person, and the changes in his daughter are obvious to all. She has become stronger and more sensible. Xiang Zhuang also contributed to this, but Cao Wujiu really can't bear to let his daughter live like this every day.

After suffering, he also tried hard to save the marriage, but Xiang Liang never gave himself a satisfactory answer.

At this time, Xiang Liang had ordered everyone to take their seats. After Xiang Zhuang and others sat down, Xiang Liang pointed at Zhao Ping and said with a smile: "This is the special envoy sent by King Chen Sheng. He has sent me a secret edict to send troops to the north.

Reinforce Chen County."

Speaking of this, Xiang Liang looked at Xiang Zhuang. The person who knew the situation in Jiangbei best was Xiang Zhuang. At this time, he deliberately told Zhao Ping the purpose of his trip, hoping to let Xiang Zhuang have an idea.

Whether it is true or false, everything depends on Xiang Zhuang.

But Xiang Zhuang listened to his uncle's words, but did not make any statement. Although he already knew the news of Chen Sheng's defeat and death, and Chen Sheng had been defeated six months ago. Not everyone knew this news, and so did Xiang Zhuang.

Only by spreading spies widely can we get this information. In some places, it is impossible to get such confidential information.

Since Chen Sheng is dead, it means that Zhao Ping is definitely a fake secret envoy, and there is no way that Chen Sheng's secret edict asked for help. However, this may be the best excuse for the Xiang family to go north. This excuse must have been waiting for a long time by his uncle Xiang Liang.

Instead of exposing Zhao Ping, it is better to take this opportunity to raise troops and go north. Perhaps this is the best result.

At this time, Xiang Liang saw that Xiang Zhuang had no reaction. He acquiesced in the authenticity of Zhao Ping's secret edict, so he continued: "The harsh rule of the Qin Dynasty has ruined the people for many years. It has reached a time when everyone is angry. King Chen Sheng raised the banner of righteousness for the first time and overthrew the Qin Dynasty.

, Although the war situation is unfavorable, everything is only in front of us. Since Chen County is suffering from the Qin army's massive advance and is in danger, as Chu Zhuyin, the general of Jiangdong, how can I sit idly by and ignore this matter? I have made up my mind to go north.

Reinforce Chen County."

Everyone raised their hands and said, "I am willing to listen to the general's orders."

Xiang Liang nodded. Xiang Zhuang looked at Zhao Ping and asked with a smile: "I wonder if General Zhao has any good ideas that can help us go north and drive away the Qin army as soon as possible?"

Seeing Xiang Zhuang suddenly ask about this matter, Zhao Ping couldn't help but smile and said: "General Xiang Zhuang asked well. I was about to say this. If General Xiang Liang is willing to listen to me, I think we might as well march from Guangling.

It is the best strategy to take the road into Sishui County and then directly to Chen County."

"Guangling?" Xiang Liang hesitated slightly, but Zhao Ping smiled and said: "As far as I know, Guangling has less than 10,000 defenders at this time and is unable to resist General Xiang Liang's northward movement. Moreover, entering Sishui County from Guangling can effectively

Taking control of Sishui County and establishing a solid foundation in Western Chu will be beneficial to establishing a firm foothold in Western Chu in the future."

Zhao Ping's suggestion was not unreasonable. Xiang Liang nodded, but he couldn't decide the matter based on Zhao Ping's words alone. He had to smile back and said: "We have a banquet today. We can discuss this later."

This banquet lasted for half the night. Xiang Zhuang, Xiang Yu and others had not seen each other for a long time. They had some conversations and drank a lot of wine. It was already getting light. After the banquet, everyone went back to their homes. Xiang Liang also ordered

Zhao Ping was sent to a posthouse to stay temporarily.

But Xiang Zhuang did not leave. At this time, he and Xiang Liang were sitting in the study, with a cup of hot tea in front of each other to wake up.

After a brief silence, Xiang Zhuang sighed: "Uncle, there is something I want to report to you."

Xiang Liang nodded, and Xiang Zhuang sighed: "Actually, Chen Sheng was defeated half a year ago. At this time, Zhang Chu State is in the hands of Lu Chen, and it is no longer the powerful Zhang Chu State it used to be."

This news surprised Xiang Liang. However, it is no longer important whether Chen Sheng wins or loses. What is important is that Xiang Liang must seize this opportunity and go north to fight against Qin, so as to gain more support from the people of Chu.

.

At this time, Xiang Liang sighed softly, looked at Xiang Zhuang attentively, and sighed: "What do you think about this matter?"

"I think we can use Zhao Ping's false edict to raise troops to the north. Only by participating in the war in the Central Plains can we be able to develop and grow." Xiang Zhuang said resolutely. At this time, Xiang Liang also nodded in approval: "What do you think?

It's exactly what I want, I will convene everyone to discuss this matter."

"But once we go north, I'm afraid Xiang You's marriage..." Xiang Zhuang sighed with some regret.

Seeing Xiang Zhuang's kindness as a woman, Xiang Liang was displeased and scolded: "The country is big, and the love between children is just a passing thought. Remember, our Xiang family is the descendant of the general of Chu State, and we carry on the legacy of our ancestors."

, we want to recover the Chu Kingdom, do you understand?"

‘Although Chu has three households, Chu will definitely destroy Qin?’ This sentence echoed in Xiang Zhuang’s heart again. After a long time, Xiang Zhuang nodded and said: “Uncle’s words, Zhuang’er will bear them in mind.”

...

After a brief chat with his uncle, Xiang Zhuang left the governor's house, only to find that Kong Ji had not left outside the door. He was waiting anxiously. Xiang Zhuang couldn't help but smile and greeted him: "Brother Kong, I haven't slept all night.

, why don’t you go back?”

Kong Ji didn't notice that Xiang Zhuang had come out. When he heard Xiang Zhuang's voice, Kong Ji immediately turned around and saw that Xiang Zhuang had already come to his side. He cupped his hands in embarrassment and said with a smile: "Father came here not long ago."

I went to Jiangdong and am at my house now. I want to see you."

When he heard that Kong Kun had come to Jiangdong, Xiang Zhuang sighed in his heart. It seemed that he could not sleep peacefully.

After a pause, Xiang Zhuang smiled and cupped his hands: "Okay, Brother Kong and I will take a trip."

...

Xiang Zhuang and Kong Ji rode their horses and galloped along the street after leaving the governor's mansion. At this time, it was still early and there were only a few people walking in the street, so the two of them could run wildly. Not long after, they arrived in front of the Kongfu mansion.

At this time, the door of Kong's mansion was not closed tightly. The housekeeper and several servants lined up outside the mansion, seeming to be waiting for important guests. At this time, Xiang Zhuang and Kong Ji got off their horses, and the two servants ran away.

He came over and took the reins. The steward in front of the Confucius Mansion led the servants and saluted, saying: "Welcome my uncle to return to Jiangdong with honor."

The funny scene in front of him made Xiang Zhuang dumbfounded. He shook his head helplessly. On the side, Kong Ji smiled and said, "Let's go, father is still waiting for us in the living room."

The two of them walked along the gravel path of Kong Mansion, bypassed the garden, and came to the living room. At this time, Kong Yu was sitting in the living room, quietly sipping tea. When he heard the footsteps and turned around, the two of them

Having arrived in front of him, Xiang Zhuang hurriedly saluted: "Xiang Zhuang has met my uncle."

Kong Ji stood up and looked at Xiang Zhuang for a few years. After not seeing him for several years, Xiang Zhuang was more mature and stable than before. At this time, Kong Ji nodded with a smile, pointed to the soft mat beside him and said with a smile: "You two, sit down.

"

The two nodded and sat down respectively. At this time, Kong Kun thought for a moment and asked with a smile: "Are your Xiang family going north?"

Xiang Zhuang nodded and said with a smile: "Chen Sheng defeated Chen County, Zhang Chu Kingdom is in danger, and the situation in Shandong is changing rapidly. The Xiang family has to consider going north to recover the Chu Kingdom."

Hearing what Xiang Zhuang said personally, Kong Kun nodded and said with a smile: "Yesterday//your uncle sent me an invitation, telling me that I must go to Jiangdong, so I guessed that the Xiang family had probably decided to go north."

Speaking of this, Kong Yu let out a long sigh, looked at Xiang Zhuang with bright eyes, and said: "No matter what kind of foundation the Xiang family has in Jiangbei, how much land they have annexed, or how many battles they have won, you must remember

,you

After Xiang Yan, the general of Chu, is the most loyal general of the Chu State. No matter how prosperous he is in the future, you must persuade Liang Gong not to claim your honor in vain, but to support the people of Chu. In this way, the Xiang family will be more stable, and the Chu State will be more stable.

will be stronger."

Kong Kun's words hit the mark, and this is what Xiang Zhuang thinks in his heart. Only by supporting the Chu people, the people of Chu will follow the Xiang family more firmly. At this time, Xiang Zhuang stared at Kong Kun and nodded heavily.

Kong Ji, who was standing by, sighed softly, looked at the two of them, and sighed: "In the past, the seven heroes were fighting for hegemony. Now, except for South Korea, they have all recovered one after another. I really don't know when the violent Qin will be overthrown!"

After sighing with emotion, Kong Ji added: "Besides, Xiang Zhuang's trip north this time may cause his sister's marriage..."

Kong Yu waved his hand to interrupt Kong Ji's words. He looked at the two of them with deep eyes and sighed: "In the face of righteousness, personal relationships between children and trivial matters about marriage seem so trivial. We should not think about these things at this time. Wait.

Now that the world is safe, it won't be too late to arrange a replacement marriage."

Kong Kun's words were exactly the same as those of his uncle Xiang Liang, they both put the righteousness of the world first. At this time, Xiang Zhuang had already bowed his hands and said: "My uncle can put the righteousness of the country first. Xiang Zhuang admires me very much. Please accept it."

Xiang Zhuang pays homage!"

...

In the early morning, the drums were beating loudly, and the Chu army in Jiangdong ushered in the largest troop gathering in history. At this time, the school field was crowded with people, Chu flags were fluttering in the wind, bugles were blown from time to time, and dozens of school lieutenants came from the ranks.

He galloped out and headed straight for the Sheriff's Mansion.

In the county office, Xiang Liang stared at the map for a long time. Finally, he picked up the order and said with emotion: "The order is given, Xiang Yu is the vanguard, Ji Bu, Long Qi, Huan Chu, and Yu Ziqi are the deputy generals, leading 20,000 troops to cross the river.

To attack Guangling, immediately mobilize troops and mobilize the troops to conquer the day."

Everyone walked out and sang the promise. At this time, Xiang Liang looked at Cao Wujiu and others again and ordered: "Cao Wujiu is the governor of the county, Kong Yu is the chief historian, Xiang Xiang is the captain, guarding Kuaiji, and Xiang Bo

, Governor Xiang You provided food and grass supplies, and the rest followed the general, leading an army of thirty thousand to the north, and then continued the advance."
Chapter completed!