When Sun Wu returned to Luoyi, he learned that something serious had happened, and he couldn't help but regret it.
When Li Ran learned that Sun Wu had been easily relieved of military power, he couldn't help being surprised. He immediately beat his chest and started to choke up.
In Guan Cong's impression, he has never seen Li Ran lose his composure like this before.
"Young Master, what has happened has happened, and it is useless to be sad. I know that the young master is distressed. But for the current plan, we can only escape from Luoyi first, and then worry about it. We are already arranging an evacuation method, and we should be 80% sure at the moment. !”
When Li Ran heard this, he continued to choke and said:
"Hey... I'm not worried about my life, but I'm sad because the royal family of Zhou is unlikely to be revived this week! On the King of Zhou's side, Shan Liu is now the regent, and it's hard for him to be independent. On the other hand, the prince is gradually deviating from the king's ways. It’s hopeless! It’s hopeless!”
Only then did Guan Cong realize the reason for Li Ran's loss of composure. The current situation in the Prince's Dynasty was actually not very stable, and he had already begun to kill the donkey. He was extremely anxious, even worse than King Chu Ling.
Li Ran was dedicated to supporting the Zhou family and had great aspirations. He was not actually worried about his own safety. However, what Wang Zichao is doing now is really chilling.
"Young master, don't be too sentimental. As the saying goes, if God doesn't take what you give, what will humans do? Why don't you just run away and wait and see what happens!"
Li Ran didn't care much about this. He was now low-spirited and disheartened, and he was extremely disappointed with Wang Zichao.
"Just go ahead and do it. Be careful and don't let anyone discover you. Otherwise, our lives will be in danger! Hey, I originally thought that if you could insist on not handing over your military power, you would be able to retain your military power." A glimmer of opportunity, now..."
"What can you do if you insist on refusing to surrender? Wouldn't it confirm our intention to rebel? Wouldn't it be even more dangerous at that time?"
Li Ran sighed:
"Although His Majesty placed me under house arrest, he was still very polite on the surface, perhaps to leave a way out for the future. If Chang Qing could continue to attack Liu Yi without handing over his military power, he would also be afraid, so I would be even more worried. Safety."
Guan Cong comforted him and said:
"Young Master, don't panic, Chang Qing Shenwu, if he is defeated again, he will naturally use Chang Qing again. So, I think the prince really doesn't dare to do anything to the young master now!"
Li Ran spread his hands.
"Having said that, I'm worried... Your Majesty has listened to the lies. During this period, I'm afraid someone will still instigate my life in His Majesty's ears. If Your Majesty wins, then we can all be safe and sound. If you can't win, we may even lose our lives." When Sun Changqing is unable to reverse it, I'm afraid...if that day really comes, just run away for your life!"
"Young Master, since I have followed you, there is absolutely no reason to escape on your own!"
Li Ran looked at Guan Cong in surprise, but hesitated to speak.
Guan Cong watched his words and expressions and knew what Li Ran wanted to say.
"Young Master, what I followed King Chu Ling before was to take revenge! As for the current Chu King Qiji, it is not a good place to live. Young Master is completely different from them. The old sect master also showed kindness to me, although Young Master I am on guard against you, but I have no intention of harming you. If you meet such a magnanimous master, if you don’t swear allegiance to me, then you are ignorant of good and evil.”
"Cong has always boasted that he is very accurate in judging people, and the young master is a benevolent and righteous person. Although Cong does not completely agree with the young master's way, the young master is honest with others, and everyone sees it! Although Cong treats the elder The sect master is respected, but the old sect master’s dragon has never seen its tail. After many years of wandering around Xiongwei and Xiongqiji against his will, he has followed the young master like a bereaved dog. This is the final decision!”
"So I will do my best to help the young master escape from this place of right and wrong!"
Obviously, Guan Cong at this time can be said to have identified Li Ran. Even though he would not resolutely die for Li Ran, Guan Cong was still confident of taking the risk to get him out of trouble.
After hearing Guan Cong's frank words, Li Ran couldn't help but patted his shoulder heavily.
"Guancong, it's rare for you to have such intention. Li Ran was not candid enough before!"
As the saying goes, a friend becomes a friend in need.
After this incident, Li Ran completely accepted Guan Cong. Although the two of them have different ideas, they can still be regarded as seeking common ground while reserving differences, and they are harmonious but different.
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Besides, Fan Li fled Luoyi and headed towards Zhengyi. On the way, he learned that Sun Wu had been relieved of military power. Fan Li knew that the situation was not good, so he became more and more anxious to leave.
When Fan Li saw Ji Le in Ji Mansion, he did not dare to say that something had happened to Li Ran for fear that she would be worried. He only said that he would come back and have a look. Ji Le had just received Li Ran's letter and did not doubt that he was there. It was just that he felt an inexplicable feeling in his heart. Uneasy, I don’t know what’s going on.
However, Ji Le saw that Fan Li was busy with work and Owl Yi had not moved. Thinking that if something happened to Li Ran, he could just write a letter back and let Owl Yi handle it on his behalf, but why did he let Fan Li come back?
Ji Le wanted to ask in detail, but Guang'er happened to come out of the back room. His feet stumbled and he was about to fall. Fan Li, with quick eyes and quick hands, jumped out and cushioned Guang'er's body.
Although Guang'er didn't fall down, she was still startled. She had a heart problem. Ji Le suddenly panicked and picked up Guang'er and showed great concern. Fan Li retreated silently when he saw this situation.
After delivering the letter, Ou Yi happened to be back from a business trip to Suiguo, so he was not in a hurry to go to Luoyi, but was dealing with the matter. When he saw Fan Li, he couldn't help but be a little surprised.
"Young uncle? Why are you back too?"
Fan Li pulled the owl wings to a remote place and lowered his voice:
"Sir, something happened!"
Owl Wing widened his eyes and asked worriedly:
"What happened? Where is Sir now?"
"He has been placed under house arrest by the prince, and as far as I know, Brother Changqing has also been relieved of his military power. He has entered Luoyi and been placed under house arrest elsewhere. The situation is critical! Now there is only Guan Cong around Mr. Chu Dang. Also with Brother Changqing..."
Owl Wing couldn't help but take a breath when he heard this.
"Young uncle, this matter is not trivial. You must not tell Madam!"
"Li understands. Li didn't mention it when he saw Madam just now."
"I'll send someone to investigate again and then figure out how to rescue sir!"
Owl Yi immediately used his business station to learn as much as possible about Li Ran's situation.
It was learned that Li Ran was now strictly restricted and could not leave the mansion even half a step. Sun Wu and Chu Dang were also in the same situation. Chu Dang even injured many soldiers guarding them because he was anxious and angry.
Later, Nangong Xi threatened Li Ran, which made Chu Dang not dare to be reckless again.
After Owl Wing knew this, he was extremely anxious. He is able to spy on information in Luoyi, but now he wants to enter Luoyi to rescue his lord, which is a bit powerless.
Fan Li saw him pacing back and forth, lowering his head and thinking hard, and couldn't help but say:
"Brother Owl, Li actually has a way, maybe I can save my husband!"
Owlwing looked up.
"Oh? What's the solution? Tell me quickly!"
Fan Li hesitated at this time:
"It's just...this method may not be in line with Sir's wishes!"
"Young uncle, just say what you say, no matter whether it is in line with your husband's wishes or not, as long as you can save your husband from trouble, then let him punish me afterwards!"
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Chapter 477_When others abandon me, I take it; when others take it, I give it away
After hearing Owl Yi's words, Fan Li couldn't help but nodded and said:
"That's true. As long as my husband is fine right now, he doesn't care about so many things! Li's solution is to let the Jin State send troops to intervene again!"
Owl Wing was surprised:
"Let Jin send troops again?"
Fan Li sighed and said:
"Li knew that this move would inevitably be suspected of collaborating with the enemy, but now that I think about it, even if this matter had not happened, the Jin State would have sent troops sooner or later. As the saying goes, 'I take when others abandon me, and I give when others take', Li thought that if he could let By taking this matter in advance, we can ensure that you, sir, are all prepared. If the Jin Kingdom sends troops, the princely dynasty will certainly not be able to withstand it. Then they will think of you again, and you may even have to reuse Brother Changqing!"
"Well, that makes sense! Since Wang Zichao treats you like this, we don't have to think about anything else! I'm going to meet Dr. Zi Taishu. If he comes forward, this matter can be done!"
Owl Yi and Fan Li's thoughts are also very simple, that is, as long as they can rescue Li Ran, even if it is just to prevent him from being murdered temporarily. No matter if he is Fan Yang of the Jin Kingdom, or if he is a secret agent, it is the best strategy to use him for his own purposes and achieve his goals.
You Ji had received advice from Li Ran before, and he was especially grateful for his kindness to Zheng Guo. Hearing that Li Ran was in trouble, he would not sit idly by and ignore it.
What's more, Zheng Guo is a neighbor of the Zhou Dynasty, and the Zhou Dynasty is in chaos. The reason why they have been standing by and watching is just to protect themselves.
Nowadays, the Zhou Dynasty is in turmoil for a long time, and the number of refugees is increasing day by day, which is also extremely disadvantageous to Zheng Guo.
Therefore, regarding the news about Wang Zichao and Zhou Wanggai, You Ji has actually been sending people to inquire in secret.
He also already knew the news that Li Ran was under house arrest, and was thinking about how to rescue him. When he learned that Owl Wing was visiting, he hurriedly let him in.
The owl-winged savior was so eager to see You Ji that he had no time to be polite.
"Sir! My lord is in trouble, and I hope you can help me... Owl Wings is grateful, and I will definitely repay him in the future!"
When You Ji heard this, he seemed quite helpless and sighed to himself:
"Hey... Li Ziming is also very kind to me, Zheng Guo. Knowing that he is in trouble now, I am also thinking of ways to rescue him. But... our Zheng Guo's national strength is not good, and it is of no importance among the princes. This matter is really difficult. Do it!”
Owl Wing said sincerely:
"What the doctor said is true, so now, only the Jin Kingdom can save my lord's life!"
Youji couldn't help but be startled.
"Jin Kingdom? Then Fan Yang will go to save Ziming?"
"In normal times, Fan Zhongjun would not have saved my lord, but today is different from the past. Fan Yang has always wanted to intervene in the affairs of the Zhou royal family. Previously, he was disturbed by rumors and had to withdraw his troops to prove his innocence. Therefore, for Fan Zhongjun, , as long as they find a reasonable excuse, they will naturally not let go of such a good opportunity! It’s just that... if other people talk about such taboo things, they will be light-hearted after all. Only with a status like a doctor, If you go and lobby on behalf of Zheng Guo, maybe you can do it!"
Youji was silent for a moment, and soon made up his mind:
"Okay, then you quickly pack up and go to Jin with me!"
When Owl Wing heard this, he couldn't help but be overjoyed and thanked You Ji profusely. Then he went back to clean up, and asked Fan Li to stay in Ji Mansion to take care of his wife and Guang'er, because Ji Le would know that Li Ran was trapped sooner or later, and he would need to keep a close confidant by his side at that time.
After all, Fan Li is attentive, so it is most appropriate for him to be there for this matter. Although Fan Li wants to work together to save people, he is also worried about his wife. Her body seems to be getting weaker and weaker, and she also has to worry about Li Ran and Guang'er's mental illness. If no one is around to watch over her, she may not be able to support her. .
Therefore, Owl Wings followed the envoy composed of You Ji and headed for the Kingdom of Jin. Not to mention the journey all the way, when they arrived in Jiangcheng, they immediately asked to see Fan Yang.
Fan Yang learned that You Ji had arrived. Although the Zheng State was small, its position was crucial. It was located next to the Zhou Dynasty and between the two great kingdoms of Jin and Chu. Therefore, You Ji, the representative of the Zheng State, could not be underestimated, so he immediately meet.
Owl Yi pretended to be You Ji's entourage and followed him. The two met and sat down politely. Fan Yang seemed to be pointing and said:
"Uncle Zi, the Zhou Dynasty has been in chaos for a long time. You, Zheng Guo, and the Zhou Dynasty are so close, but you have never expressed your stance. I'm afraid it's not appropriate, right?"
Youji smiled bitterly:
"Back to Fan Zhongjun, since Dr. Zichan left, my ability is limited after all. In addition, a lot of things have happened in Zheng State recently. It can be said that it is a mess, and I am feeling even more stressed. I have not been able to calm down the affairs of my country, let alone make unreasonable comments. It’s a royal matter!”
"However, in my country of Zheng, some people once joked: 'I don't care about the weft, but worry about Zong Zhou's death, because it will come soon. (The widow does not worry about the weft of her weaving, but worries about Zong Zhou's fall, because Afraid that disaster will befall her.) 'The current situation of the royal family is really worrying, and our small country has to be afraid."
"Of course, I'm sorry to say it bluntly, but the chaos in the royal family is actually a shame to the Jin State!"
Fan Yang frowned.
"Uncle Zi, what do you mean by saying that?"
"Haha, "Poetry" said: 'The bottles are empty, but the shame of the lei.' Jin is a country of uncles, and it is also close to the royal family. It would be inappropriate to be indifferent to the chaos in the royal family! I hope Fan Zhongjun will soon Picture it!"
When Fan Yang heard this, his eyes lit up.
Wow, he is indeed the successor of Zichan, and he is no less eloquent.
So Fan Yang said even more hypocritically:
"Hey... It's not that our Jin country is unwilling to serve. It's just that we also sent troops to help the royal family, but in the end rumors spread and people had different opinions. I can't bear those inexplicable accusations, so I retreated with my troops. This must be because we, Jin, can't blame us. Country!"
"Fan Zhongjun's words are wrong. Since we are all for the peace of the royal family, why should we care about what others say? When the royal family granted Tang Shuyu the title, King Xiang also gave Wen Gong the fertile land of Yuandi, Wendi, Yangfan and Shumao in his dianfu. The land is what makes the Jin State so powerful today. Now, it is indeed the time for the Jin State to repay its kindness!"
Although Fan Yang had already made up his mind to send troops, he still had to pretend in front of You Ji:
"Okay, let's wait until Yang Yang and all the ministers discuss it together before making a decision!"
You Ji immediately resigned, except for Fan Yang's mansion, Owl Yi said worriedly:
"Master You, will Fan Zhongjun send troops?"
You Ji smiled calmly.
"He will definitely send troops. In fact, he has already intended to send troops, but he has no reason. Now that he knows what I said, how can he not send troops?!"
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Owl Wing couldn't help but breathed a sigh of relief when he heard this:
"If so, then sir, you can be saved!"
Yuji frowned at this moment.
"It's just... Jin sent troops, I don't know if it's a blessing or a curse..."
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Let’s talk about Fan Yang.
Originally, he was a little angry on Shan Qi's side, and he was somewhat depressed.
But seeing the princes becoming kings and gradually gaining the upper hand, if Danqi cannot withstand it, it will undoubtedly be a great threat to their secret followers.
This is definitely not what Fan Yang wants to see.
But if he had rashly sent troops again before, it would still be unfair. But now, with You Ji's endorsement, it is exactly what he wanted.
Fan Yang immediately went to visit Han Qi, who had already retired. When he talked about this matter, Han Qi was seriously ill and lay on the bed, almost unable to speak.
Fan Yang's move was just to give himself a standard of justice in sending troops. After getting Han Qi's ambiguous "support", Fan Yang went to the ruling minister Wei Shu. Fan Yang had recently been involved in the Song Dynasty Rebellion and the previous prince. During the chaos of the dynasty, he always made a lot of profits and his reputation grew.
And Wei Shu, the ruling minister, has long been ignored by him. Therefore, when Wei Shu saw that Fan Yang wanted to send troops again and was so confident, it was difficult to refute, so he agreed.
Therefore, Fan Yang issued an order in the name of Jin to summon all the princes to meet with Huang's father for an alliance, which could be regarded as a legitimate reason for him to send troops this time.
