Night fell, and the entire county governor's mansion was still under strict restrictions. Since the meeting ended in the afternoon, Xiang Liang took Xiang Bo and Xiang Zhuang into the study and never came out again. Only the footsteps of Chu soldiers patrolling could be heard.

At this time, the study was deathly quiet, and the dull atmosphere made people feel suffocated. Xiang Liang was furious. He faced the wall with his hands behind his back, completely ignoring Xiang Zhuang who was kneeling in the study. In this way, the two of them had been in a stalemate for several hours.

Xiang Bo looked a little anxious. He sat quietly on the soft seat and watched the two people standing in such a stalemate. He wanted to interrupt several times, but when the words reached his lips, he still swallowed them alive.

Xiang Zhuang really went too far this time. Why didn't he say hello to his family in advance for such a big matter? At this time, Xiang Liang was furious. Uncle Xiang didn't know if he could persuade Xiang Liang, but no matter what, Uncle Xiang

I think I can't just sit back and watch.

After a while, Uncle Xiang couldn't bear it anymore. He stood up and walked around for a few steps before sighing: "Actually, second brother, you don't have to be so angry. Zhuang'er is at fault, but as uncles, we can't say it's not true."

responsibility."

Speaking of this, Xiang Bo glanced at Xiang Liang and saw that he ignored him, so he sighed and shook his head, and continued: "Actually, there is nothing wrong with marrying the Kong family. At least, Kong Yu is a descendant of Confucius and a famous person."

After Confucianism, our Xiang family and the Kong family are in the same household, which may not be a happy event..."

Before Xiang Bo finished speaking, Xiang Liang sighed and turned around. At this time, Xiang Bo continued: "Second brother, please calm down. Let's discuss it and see if we can help them. I think, that

Kong Yu is very good.”

After an afternoon of confrontation, Xiang Liang had already calmed down, but Xiang Zhuang made his own decision and admitted the marriage of the Kong family. Xiang Liang was still more or less unable to accept it, but at this time, Xiang Bo's enlightenment made Xiang Liang know that this was the case.

When the rice is cooked, if you refuse to get married, you will definitely attract people's ridicule, and the gain will outweigh the loss.

At this time, Xiang Liang walked back to the soft mat and sat down. Xiang Bo saw that Xiang Liang was no longer as angry as before, and he felt a little relieved. At this time, Xiang Liang looked at Xiang Zhuang coldly and scolded: "Marriage is a major matter, and the matchmaker's words are...

Don’t you know?”

"My nephew realizes his mistake." Xiang Zhuang lowered his head and admitted his mistake. At this time, Xiang Liang said again: "In any case, you must inform us of such a big matter as soon as possible so that we can hire him as soon as possible, lest the Kong family thinks that we

The Xiang family intends to stay in marriage!"

Seeing that his uncle's anger had subsided, Xiang Zhuang sighed: "At that time, my uncle was arrested by the court and escorted to Xianyang. My nephew was anxious and had to set off for Xianyang. Later, due to various complications, he was unable to return to the Kong family and missed the wedding.

, it’s my nephew’s fault!”

Speaking of this, Xiang Liang was reminded of the time when he was in trouble. That period was so difficult. If Xiang Zhuang hadn't sacrificed his life and rushed to Xianyang, he really didn't know if he would have come back alive. Thinking of this, he couldn't help but sigh and ordered:

"Get up."

Xiang Zhuang thanked him and stood up, but because he had knelt for too long, Xiang Zhuang staggered and almost fell. Uncle Xiang hurriedly stepped forward to support Xiang Zhuang and pulled him to sit on the soft mat beside him. At this time, Xiang Zhuang asked him again

He said: "My nephew was focused on taking care of the Xiang family's property and thought little about many things, so he failed to report the matter to his uncle in time. Please forgive me."

Seeing what Xiang Zhuang said, Xiang Liang could only wave his hands and sigh: "I already know about this matter. In a few days, I will go there in person to propose marriage to the Kong family on your behalf."

His uncle suddenly acquiesced to the marriage. Xiang Zhuang was secretly happy and worried at the same time. After all, Cao Feng's matter has not been resolved yet. At the moment, Xiang Zhuang felt that he must explain Cao Feng's matter clearly, otherwise, he would miss Cao Feng's marriage.

What kind of compensation should I get in my life?

Thinking of this, Xiang Zhuang couldn't help but sigh. His sigh attracted the surprised eyes of Xiang Liang and Uncle Xiang. Xiang Zhuang quickly handed over his hands and reported: "To be honest with you, second uncle and third uncle, after I came to Kuaiji,

Cao Feng once told me that she has been secretly in love with me for a long time. In this life, she will not marry unless I am. If my marriage to Kong Xiuyun is set, I really don’t know if she can accept this reality?"

Xiang Liang was not surprised by what happened between Xiang Zhuang and Cao Feng. After all, the two children grew up together. He had already seen Cao Feng's thoughts, and he also knew very well that Xiang Zhuang also had feelings for Cao Feng.

It's interesting, but Xiang Liang couldn't express his opinion on this matter, so Xiang Bo was uncharacteristically surprised and sighed: "Second brother, this matter is very difficult!"

Xiang Liang ignored Xiang Bo. He looked at Xiang Zhuang and continued to ask: "Did you promise her?"

Xiang Zhuang nodded, his voice was so low that he couldn't even hear him: "That night, she confessed to me that she wanted to learn piano, martial arts, everything, and stay with me for the rest of her life. That night I was

Her words touched my heart, and finally...I agreed!"

There was no expression on Xiang Liang's face. He just nodded, "I understand this matter."

The room became quiet again, everyone was silent, and Xiang Liang no longer paid attention to Xiang Zhuang. I don't know what he was thinking in his mind.

I don't know how much time had passed before Xiang Liang said: "Today, I discussed your last proposal with everyone. We must fight for the iron ore in Hengshan County. Therefore, I have considered sending troops to Hengshan County."

Xiang Zhuang's thoughts were confused because of the incident between Kong Xiuyun and Cao Feng. At this time, Xiang Liang suddenly mentioned military affairs. Xiang Zhuang couldn't react for a moment and asked doubtfully: "Does uncle want to send troops to cross the river?"

Soon, Xiang Zhuang remembered that when he was at the gate of Zhangxian County, he had mentioned the fight for the iron ore in the Dabie Mountains, and then he continued: "Uncle, only with iron ore can the Xiang family become fundamentally stronger. I think that sending troops to Zhu

County, it’s very necessary!”

Xiang Liang looked at Xiang Zhuang and said, "But once we mobilize our troops, I'm worried that East Vietnam will take the opportunity to harass Kuaiji. Do you have any countermeasures?"

Xiang Zhuang saw that Xiang Liang was worried about this matter and couldn't help but smile and said: "Don't worry, uncle. In the land of East Vietnam, the mountain roads are dangerous and the waterways are twists and turns. It is not easy to go north. Moreover, East Vietnam is a barbarian country.

Uncle doesn't have to worry about the opening of enlightenment. You can station two thousand troops in Wushang and Damo counties each and strengthen the vigilance. East Vietnam will naturally have no worries."

Xiang Zhuang's thoughts were consistent with his own. Xiang Liang nodded with satisfaction. It would be great if Xiang Yu could be half as calm as Xiang Zhuang.

At this time, Xiang Zhuang had been freed from the tension just now, and the matter of Kong Xiuyun and Cao Feng had been forgotten. Xiang Zhuang collected his thoughts and continued: "If uncle wants to fight for Zhu County, it is not easy to have too few troops.

We must be able to fully control Zhu County and gradually devour every inch of land in Hengshan County through Zhu County to make our situation in Jiangbei more stable. Secondly, I suggest that my uncle form an alliance with Wu Rui, the commander of Poyang, to stabilize Hengshan County. This is the best strategy."

Xiang Zhuang's ideas are different from Xiang Yu's. Xiang Yu only considers conquest, while Xiang Zhuang considers stability after victory. This makes Xiang Liang even more satisfied with Xiang Zhuang's opinion. After thinking for a short time, Xiang Liang nodded and smiled: "You

Go down, I will take care of the engagement."

Xiang Zhuang stood up, bowed to the two of them, and then left slowly.

Soon, the door closed, and Xiang Bo looked at Xiang Liang and sighed: "This matter is very difficult. How are you going to handle it?"

Seeing Uncle Xiang ask about it, Xiang Liang sneered and said: "This matter is not difficult. Since Cao Wujiu has not mentioned the marriage between Zhuang Er and Cao Feng to us, it means that he has no intention of marrying with the Xiang family, so we might as well agree to it."

A wedding at home.”

...

Outside the gate of the mansion, Xiang Yu and Xiang You wandered back and forth, never wanting to leave.

Xiang Zhuang has been going to Xiang Liang's study for several hours. Xiang Yu is very worried that his uncle will punish Xiang Zhuang because of this matter. The marriage between the two families is supposed to be a happy event. Should Xiang Zhuang be punished because he didn't report it?

?Although Xiang Yu was aggrieved, he did not dare to openly contradict his uncle.

Soon, the sound of hurried footsteps came from the government office. Soon, the door of the government office was opened, and Xiang Zhuang walked out of the government office quickly. Seeing that Xiang Zhuang came out safely, Xiang Yu and Xiang You breathed a sigh of relief, put down their anxiety and uneasiness, and welcomed him.

When Xiang Yu went up, he was the first to speak: "Zhuang'er, uncle didn't give you any trouble, did he?"

"No, Brother Yu doesn't need to be so worried." Xiang Zhuang smiled and shook his head. On the side, Xiang You also asked anxiously: "Did uncle reprimand you?"

"No, uncle didn't make things difficult for me. He just discussed with me the fight for Zhu County." Xiang Zhuang tried his best to keep his expression calm, and his tone of voice was also extremely gentle. At this time, Xiang Yu was reminded by Xiang Zhuang to send troops to Zhu County.

He had this idea and asked hurriedly: "Did your uncle ever mention who should lead the troops to go north?"

Seeing that Xiang Yu was so concerned about this matter, Xiang Zhuang shook his head and sighed: "Uncle has not made up his mind yet. This matter still needs to be discussed. Brother, don't be impatient. I think you are the one to send troops to Zhu County."

After saying that, Xiang Zhuang bowed his hands to the two of them and sighed: "I'm a little tired and want to go back and rest."

Seeing that Xiang Zhuang was really fine, the two of them finally let go of their worries. They each fetched their horses and headed towards the Lu Mansion.

...

It was late at night, and there were only a few people walking in the street. Only some Chu troops were patrolling the street holding long swords.

A carriage was driving rapidly in the street. It crossed the streets and alleys and headed straight for the county magistrate's mansion. In the carriage, Cao Wujiu was anxious and worried about Cao Feng's marriage.

In the past, he did not agree with his daughter marrying Xiang Zhuang for a simple reason. He was just worried about the future of the Xiang family. However, in recent years, his daughter's changes and persistence deeply affected Cao Wujiu, making him reluctant to do so.

Without changing my mind, I gradually accepted this fact.

At this time, the Xiang family was in troubled times, and the rise of Jiangdong indicated that a war was imminent. Therefore, Cao Wujiu had not been in a hurry to discuss marriage with Xiang Liang. He only wanted to wait for the war to stabilize before proposing marriage.

Moreover, Cao Wujiu boasted that he had a deep friendship with Xiang Liang. As long as he asked for this matter, Xiang Liang would never refuse.

But the sudden appearance of the Kong family and their engagement with the Xiang family made Cao Wujiu realize that if he didn't take action, his daughter's life-long event would be delayed. Moreover, Xiang Liang seemed to have agreed. If he couldn't say it tonight

If Xiang Liang was moved, he was afraid that it would be difficult for him to reverse the matter after he had a ceremony with the Kong family in the future, so Cao Wujiu was so anxious that he rushed to the governor's house overnight.
Chapter completed!