At the end of the song, the three old heroes saw that Chen Sheng was ready to claim the throne, and they all complimented him: "General, the old men have words from the bottom of their hearts. Are you willing to accept them?" Chen Sheng asked everyone to speak frankly. The three elders then knelt down respectfully on the ground and said word by word: "The general is armed with strength and tenacity, and he attacks the unjust State of Qin in order to overthrow the treacherous government and restore the political power of the State of Chu. This is really a meritorious deed." . If you talk about the merits of the first thing, you should be crowned the king immediately, firstly to live up to the Chu people's heart, and secondly, to respond to the silk book and the fox's cry." Chen Sheng heard this as if he was enlightened, and immediately became solemn, He said in a deep voice: "Proclaim yourself king!" At this time, Wang Zhi hurriedly came out and said: "General, you must not do it!" Chen Sheng asked why not. Wang Zhi said: "If you become king, the people of Chu will think that your righteous deeds are not out of public motives!" When Chen Sheng heard this, his expression was stern and he was very unhappy.
Seeing this scene, the three elders hurriedly said: "Master Wang, it can be said that you are a hero who understands the current situation. If General Chen does not take the opportunity to determine his position and establish his own title, in the future, when the sea is full of chaos, many heroes will appear. The power of fighting for hegemony. Now only General Chen becomes the king of Chu, can the hegemony of Chu be confirmed. You are also the founding hero, but why do you prevent yourself from becoming king?" Wang Zhi smiled bitterly and said: "Old gentlemen, the uprising has just begun. The soldiers and horses of the Chu State have not yet arrived, and the people of the Chu State have not yet fully surrendered. If you become king at this time, I am afraid that the people will think that General Chen is attacking for his own hegemony, not for the purpose of restoring the state of Chu!" The three elders then made another move! He came up with many great principles and urged Chen Sheng to become king as soon as possible. Chen Sheng heard it very well, and his heart was already in a state of ecstasy.
When Chen Sheng entered the city, the two people hiding under the city gate to observe him turned out to be the famous celebrities of the former Wei State: Zhang Er and Chen Yu. They were from the same hometown, Chen Yu was younger and Zhang Er was older. Chen Yu often treated Zhang Er with the courtesy of his elders. Zhang Er is also a very capable person. He once served as a retainer of Wei Gongzi Wuji. Because he was convicted of crimes against the imperial court, he fled from the capital and lived in Waihuang. There was a rich man in Waihuang. Hearing about his name, he married his beautiful daughter to him. From then on, Zhang Er prospered, made friends, and became more and more influential. Later, the King of Wei ignored his past grudges and appointed him as the magistrate of Waihuang County. When Chen Yu was young, he traveled to many places to study. It was also by chance that he met a rich man from the Gongcheng family in the Kuxing area of Zhao State. The rich man found out that he had outstanding talents and married his daughter to him. After the fall of Wei, Zhang Er lost his official position, and the two have maintained a close relationship. After Qin unified the six countries, because of their influence, Qin Shihuang offered a reward of one thousand gold and five hundred gold for their heads. Zhang Er and Chen Yu fled to Chencheng and remained anonymous ever since. Zhang Ercheng's mansion was very deep, and he often warned Chen Yu: Never reveal his identity. If there is an opportunity in the future, he must make a difference and show his talents.
Because the two of them really loved being officials, they later became minor officials like Chengmen Wei. Once, Chen Yu offended his boss over a trivial matter, and his boss wanted to whip Chen Yu. Chen Yu was dissatisfied and prepared to resist. At this time, Zhang Er arrived suddenly, held him down forcefully, and said, "You have offended my lord, why don't you accept the punishment?" After saying this, he asked his superior to beat Chen Yu to vent his anger. After the incident, Zhang Er said to Chen Yu: "'A small impatience will ruin a big plan.' You should not be so competitive over trivial matters that your identity will be exposed!" Chen Yu repented and respected Zhang Er even more. Later, the Qin State searched and arrested nobles from the six countries. Some people said that Zhang Er and Chen Yu were in the city. The county magistrate prepared to conduct a large-scale manhunt in the city. When Zhang Er heard the news, he and Chen Yu took the initiative to see the county magistrate and said: "Once the criminals Zhang Er and Chen Yu hear that they are going to be arrested, they will definitely leave the city in advance. You first let me and Chen Yu bring more officers to guard the four areas." If anyone is in a hurry to leave the city, they must be Zhang Er and Chen Yu." The county magistrate was very happy to hear this and immediately sent them to guard the gate. As a result, no one suspected that the two of them were the culprits, so they escaped capture.
After Chen Sheng's rebel army entered the city, discipline was strict and more and more people joined the army. Zhang Er thought about it again and said to Chen Yu: "A man should seize the opportunity and make contributions. Chen Sheng and Wu Guang rebelled against Qin first. This is a great move and will make the Qin haters in the world applaud. We are hiding here and fighting each other all day long. Watchman, after suffering so much contempt from the world, didn't he just wait until today?" Chen Yu said: "That's true." Zhang Er said: "I heard that Chen Sheng raised his troops under the orders of Fusu and Xiang Yan. We should go out. Let's meet him and see how he is doing. If he can listen to our advice, he will be able to gain fame, wealth and honor at his fingertips." Chen Yu was very happy and came to see Chen Sheng with Zhang Er.
That day, Chen Sheng was thinking about becoming king. He was in a state of confusion and was unsure of what to pay attention to. Suddenly, the gate guard came to report that two city gate captains wanted to see the general. When Chen Sheng heard that he was the gatekeeper, he said angrily: "The gatekeeper also wants to see me, but I can't see you!" The guard said, "They said that if the general doesn't see him, I will tell him their names." Chen Sheng Just ask them what their names are. The guard replied: "The older one is called Zhang Er, and the younger one is called Chen Yu." Chen Sheng was very surprised when he heard this, and said happily: "Could it be that Zhang Er and Chen Yu were captured by Qin Shihuang at great expense?" He immediately came out to greet them.
After Zhang Er and Chen Yu saw Chen Sheng, they saluted and congratulated him. Chen Sheng asked about the situation and found out that they were indeed Zhang Er and Chen Yu, the famous celebrities arrested by Qin Shihuang. He was very happy and invited them to the palace. Chen Sheng treated the two of them as honored guests and said: "You two are so famous that I don't want to meet here today. It's a pleasure to meet you. It's a pleasure to meet you." Zhang Er told the story of the past. Chen Sheng was very impressed after hearing this, and quickly arranged a sumptuous banquet to entertain the two of them. During the dinner, Chen Sheng saw that they were indeed well-informed, so he told the three elders and soldiers about the persuasion for him to become king, and asked for their opinions.
Zhang Er heard that Chen Sheng wanted to be the king of Chu, so he put down his chopsticks and left the table. Then he bowed deeply and said: "The Qin State is unruly, destroying six kingdoms, destroying ancestral temples, and exterminating descendants. It is really treacherous and unruly. It's a shame." You are extremely kind. Qin's cruelty to control the people has made the people resentful. Unexpectedly, the general was indignant and stepped forward. Heroes from all over the world gathered to respond. You are really a great hero who is not afraid of hardships and dangers and eliminates harm for the world! But! The great event has just begun, and the battle between dragons and tigers has not yet begun. Only one county has been captured, and the general will declare himself king. This undoubtedly proves to the world that all you have done is to pursue personal fame and hegemony, at the expense of the destruction and destruction of the six kingdoms. He is humiliated and ignored, so it is best for the general not to rush to become king!" Chen Sheng asked: "If I don't become king, how can I command the world?" Zhang Er replied: "First, we should seize the opportunity to capture Qin's land, and then visit Liliu. The descendants of the country will become the king, and then strive for independence and establish an anti-Qin alliance. One more alliance will add an enemy to the powerful Qin. In this way, there will be no need to engage in a large-scale war with Qin in the vast wilderness, and there will be no By forcibly capturing the city and the pass, Qin's power will be limited to Guanzhong. At that time, the general will issue orders in the name of the commander-in-chief of the allied forces and lead the armies of the world's princes to westward Xianyang, and Qin will immediately collapse. Wait until Qin If you die, you will be the overlord of the world. Being king now will really distract people. General, please think twice!" After hearing Zhang Er's words, Chen Sheng remained silent. After a long time, he excused himself and got up first because he had something to do. left. Zhang Er and Chen Yu were boring.
The next day, Chen Sheng once again convened the general meeting hall of his tribe to discuss the matter of becoming king. Tian Zang took the lead and said: "General first launches an uprising, he should proclaim himself king, and then call on the people in the name of King Chu. Otherwise, how can he issue orders just as a general? We are willing to ask General Chen to proclaim himself king as soon as possible, and then send troops to attack Qin , will definitely achieve great success, otherwise why should he command the army?" After Tian Zang said this, everyone complimented him: "General, please proclaim yourself king immediately, we are willing to obey your orders!" Chen Sheng was overjoyed and said: "What you said It's exactly what I want." Seeing this, Wang Zhi hurriedly stopped him and said, "Everyone, you are betraying the general and being unjust to persuade the general to call him king! Think about it, in the hearts of the people of Chu, whose Can he be more famous than King Huai of Chu? The people still miss him deeply! Therefore, everyone should advise the general to overthrow the tyrannical Qin, save the people, and revitalize the state of Chu. Instead of persuading the general to achieve his own hegemony and let The vast majority of the people are disappointed!" Chen Sheng said: "In your opinion, do you want to establish a King Huai of Chu now?" Wang Zhi said: "If you really want to establish a king, please ask the general to find a descendant of the King of Chu. This will be more appeasing. The hearts of all the people!" Chen Sheng said: "Where are the descendants of the royal family? How can there be descendants of King Chu? Everyone supports me as king, but you have repeatedly stopped me and hindered the great cause of destroying Qin, but why?" Wang Zhi Seeing Chen Sheng's questioning, he said: "I heard that Zhang Er and Chen Yu have arrived at your residence. If the general does not listen to my suggestion, please invite them to come and ask for their opinions?" Chen Sheng was even more excited after hearing this. He got angry and said, "The two of them have just arrived in the army, and they don't know much about my affairs, let alone ask for advice." So they ignored Wang Zhi's advice and agreed to become king. When everyone saw that Chen Sheng was about to become king, they all cheered long live.
The three elders said: "General becoming king is a major event that conforms to the will of God and the people. We should build an altar in the south of the city, choose an auspicious day, and perform the ceremony of offering sacrifices to heaven and then ascend the throne immediately." Chen Sheng was very happy, so he asked Lu Chen's father Lu Qing first familiarized himself with the etiquette, music and rituals of the Chu State, and then asked Tian Zang and Li Gui to build an altar in the south of the city. The other generals changed the county mansion into a royal palace, and also made the crowns, robes, carriages and caps used by the king. etc., and an honor guard was also formed.
When everything was ready, Chen Sheng chose a good day and led all the generals to the altar outside the city. Chen Sheng first asked Lu Qing to give his best wishes, and read an article written by the three elders to the people, saying:
In March of the first year of the Second Qin Dynasty, Chen Shengjin, the general of the Chu State, announced to the world with great righteousness: The ancestors of the Chu State first came from Gaoyang, Emperor Zhuanxu, until the King of Chu carried the cud, the country has been in ruins for a long time, and its fortune has not declined. His ancestral business has a long history and is prosperous for generations to come. In the fifth year of Jianchu, the brutal Qin State attacked and destroyed the Chu State. The country was overthrown, the king of Chu was humiliated, the whole country was saddened, and the country ceased to exist. After Ying Zheng came to the throne, he engaged in aggressive military activities and expanded territory; he carried out large-scale construction projects internally and implemented a brutal rule. Even after more than ten years in office, he died suddenly on the way to patrol. This was God's severe punishment for him! After that, his little bastard Hu Hai came to the throne. The clinker was far more violent than his father. Within six months of taking the throne, he committed countless horrifying crimes. He also spared no effort from the people to build palaces, poisoned all living beings, and enslaved the world, making the people miserable and making the world angry. General Chen had the ambition to save the people, and had the orders of Fu Su and Xiang Yan, so he revolted and attacked the Qin Dynasty, complying with the wishes of the people, with the purpose of overthrowing the corrupt rule of the Second Emperor.
Since the news of the uprising spread, many patriots have responded. From now on, Chixian will be filled with heroes and talented people. Everyone should seek the revival of Chu and peace in the world. General Chen's righteous deeds have shocked the world. The primary achievement of defeating Qin and restoring Chu should be attributed to him. Therefore, according to his merits, he should inherit the throne of Chu and be the commander-in-chief of all people forever. Moreover, Chencheng was the former capital of Chen State, and now it can be used as the capital of Chu State. From then on, the state of Chu was restored, its foundation will be solidified, and its state will last forever. Therefore, a special message was written to comfort the world and all the people!
Chen Sheng then burned incense to worship heaven and earth, then changed his royal robes, crowned Zhao, and inherited the throne. Known as the King of Chu. The country was named Zhang Chu. The capital was Chencheng. In history, he was called King Chen, and his royal power was called the Zhang Chu regime. King Chen also ennobled his subordinates and made Wu Guang a general. Lu Qing is Situ. Wang Zhi was appointed as Ling Yin. Ge Ying, Tian Zang, Li Gui, and Lu Chen were generals, Zhang Er was the right captain in front of the palace, and Chen Yu was the left captain in front of the palace. From then on, the Six Kingdoms Uprising against Qin and Chu gradually began.
