Chengdu. Huh
Zhang Song brought back Wei Yan's promise. Although he was demoted from the throne to a prince, he at least saved his life, glory and wealth. Liu Zhang was still quite satisfied. Even Wang Lei in the court seemed to have given up. No one in the court had the intention to fight to the death. Everything fell into place.
Two days later, Wei Yan's army arrived at the gates of Chengdu, and Liu Zhang led the civil and military officials to open the city gate and went out to greet Wei Yan.
The final battle that Wei Yan prepared for the Yulin Army was unexpected, but it didn't seem that unexpected. When the invincible momentum sweeps across and the enemy surrenders upon hearing the news, this is naturally the best affirmation for the Yulin Army.
After receiving the accessories and seal from the King of Shu, Wei Yan forced a smile on his face and did not forget to comfort Liu Zhang.
"Don't worry, Lord, I will do what I promised. You can just ask the officials to go back to their respective mansions and not to move around each other. Just wait for the summons."
Wei Yan had a standard military face, rigid and indifferent. Liu Zhang was quite afraid at first when he only heard about Wei Yan's achievements. Seeing his kind attitude, he felt a little more at ease. He lowered his attitude unconsciously.
"Yes, yes, a banquet has been prepared for the general in the palace. Do you think we should let all the officials have a banquet together before going back?"
Wei Yan frowned. He still enjoyed Liu Zhang's flattery, but he was not completely relieved either. Although Zhang Song was indeed the insider informed by Ji Shu, he was accustomed to the military and was not used to betting his wealth and life on the promises of others.
"There is no need for a banquet. The war is not over yet, and other brothers are still feigning attacks in the Yong'an and Jiangzhou areas. We are having a banquet here, and we are afraid that we will be blamed. Huo Yi, you lead people to take over the defense of the city wall. Lu Xun, you Take someone with me to take over the palace."
While talking, Huo Yi arranged for soldiers to escort the officials back to their respective mansions, while also arranging which area his subordinates would take over.
When Liu Zhang saw this, he knew that Wei Yan must not be completely relieved, and it was hard for him to point it out, so he could only say indifferently.
"The general's strict military discipline is impressive! Ha, I will lead the way. General, please follow me to the palace."
Seeing this, everyone rode their war horses and followed the King of Shu's chariot into Chengdu City.
There were soldiers in the city clearing the way from both sides, but there were still many curious people standing on tiptoe on both sides of the street looking around. Huh
"This is the Habayashi Army."
"I didn't expect that the king would surrender so quickly. Will we be ruled by the Chu Kingdom from now on?"
It has only been three or four years since the Han Emperor disappeared and the princes established their own kingdoms. It can be said that many people have just gotten used to their new identities, and then changed to a new identity.
Many whispers reached everyone's ears. Lu Xun's heart moved and he said a few words to Wei Yan. Wei Yan nodded slightly after hearing this.
Not long after Lu Xun retreated, Wei Yan raised his sword, and the Yulin army stopped suddenly. Everyone looked at Wei Yan curiously, and saw Wei Yan shouting in a deep voice.
"Fellows and fellow countrymen, from today on, the people of Shu are the subjects of my great Chu! Today, the Yulin Army takes over Chengdu. If any soldier commits crimes by being a woman and dares to rape women, kill people, and rob property, as long as the villagers When we report to the government, I will not protect you, and we will act according to military law! Everyone will bear witness to this."
"Okay!" "Okay!" "Okay!"
The people around him were in an uproar, applauding and applauding, and most of their uneasiness disappeared immediately.
Liu Zhang in the chariot was a little silent, as if he himself had never enjoyed the cheers of the people. He secretly thought that Wei Yan was great, and had other thoughts.
When he arrived at the Shu Palace, Liu Zhang asked the eunuchs around him to take Wei Yan to the main hall to rest, and he took the trouble to take Lu Xun to take over the defense.
Wei Yan was not afraid of him and followed him with his guards. He saw countless rare trees, famous flowers, crystals, pearls, and brocades in the palace. It was even more prosperous than the Chu Palace, which was dazzling.
He touched the hanging couplets and couldn't help but sneer.
"The land of Shu is not richer than the Kingdom of Chu, but the King of Shu enjoys it more than my king. If these things are put into the army, the Kingdom of Shu will have to control 200,000 elite soldiers and train an elite force."
The eunuch beside him was embarrassed and did not dare to speak. He just pretended not to hear and continued to lead the way. Huh
Entering the main hall, although singing and dancing
, the banquet has been removed, but a table of delicious food is still left.
Ah!
He asked the eunuch who led the way to go down, and then asked the guards around him to check. No problem was found. Wei Yan was not polite, sat down and started eating.
It took Lu Xun some time to take over the palace before he and Liu Zhang came to the main hall.
Seeing Lu Xun slightly nodding towards him from a distance, Wei Yan was completely relieved.
Liu Zhang took a wine glass from one side and toasted to Wei Yan, and Wei Yan also drank a glass.
"I heard that the general hasn't married yet?"
Liu Zhang sat in the guest seat with a smile on his face, and he clapped his hands heavily. At this time, a beautiful woman with graceful appearance and dignified posture walked in from outside the palace, walked up to Wei Yan and bowed down.
Liu Zhang then continued.
"General Wei Yan, this is my brother-in-law, Mrs. Wu. Unfortunately, my third brother died young, and my sister-in-law has been left a widow long ago. The general is well-known, and my sister-in-law has long admired her secretly. I wonder what the general's intentions are?"
Wu also looked up at Wei Yan at this time. Wu is very young, with a mature charm about her body. Her skin is as white as frost and snow, and the looming silk reveals her perfect figure to the fullest. She is noble and elegant, and I feel pity for her when I see her. Wei Yan's heart skipped a beat when he saw it.
Good guy!
What a honey trap!
Lu Xun sat on the other side and wanted to laugh but didn't dare. He said that Liu Zhang had really spent a lot of money. Huh
Wei Yan coughed a few times, his face turned red, and he was finally not fascinated by the beauty.
"Madam, I will stay in the side hall for now."
After saying that, Wei Yan turned to Liu Zhang and said to him.
"How can I lead an army to conquer Shu? How can I secretly recruit beauties? According to Yulin's military regulations, if a woman commits sexual intercourse with a woman, she will be killed. We will discuss this matter after the war is over and the king canonizes you."
Liu Zhang smiled and didn't force anything, he had plenty of time. Then he apologized and left with Wu.
After the two left, Wei Yan looked a little uncertain.
"What does Liu Zhang want to do? Does he want to harm me?"
Lu Xun couldn't hold it in anymore and laughed.
"General, for your great service this time, the king will definitely grant you the title of general after returning to Jianye. Liu Zhang's future is uncertain. He sent his brother and sister-in-law to you because he wanted to treat you as a brother and let you keep him safe in the future. All his resources can be used by you. This is a marriage between aristocratic families."
I see.
Wei Yan knew how to fight, but he didn't know the secrets of these aristocratic families as well as Lu Xun.
"Hmph, why do I need a defeated general to be used by me? Let's go back to the military camp."
With that said, Wei Yan stood up and walked away.
Seeing this, Lu Xun quickly followed him and said. Huh
"General, you can't say that. Liu Hao was originally Liu Yan's successor, and Liu Zhang was just a hostage in Luoyang. Later, Liu Hao died of illness, and Liu Yan became critically ill in grief. Liu Zhang took advantage of Dong Zhuo's move to move the capital to Chang'an and fled back. After taking over power in Shu, the struggle for power in Shu began. Wu is the wife of Liu Mao. It can be said that she was the queen or a candidate for the future queen. Naturally, she has connections with various aristocratic families in Shu, and her energy is incomparable. Look down upon her. Moreover, this woman is in her early twenties and as beautiful as a flower. The general will definitely not suffer any loss if she marries her."
Lu Xun, who knew the situation of the aristocratic family very well, knew that Liu Zhang had really spent a lot of money.
It is better to take advantage of others than to take advantage of your own brothers!
Lu Xun’s eyes were full of ridicule.
Wei Yan couldn't help but snorted when he saw the look on his face, but didn't answer.
"One more point, if the king appoints Yizhou Mu, he will probably choose from General Huang Zhong and General Zhao Yun. But if the general marries the Wu family and controls the resources of the Shu family, then the king will probably appoint the general. The general is Yizhou Mu."
Wei Yan paused, his brows moved, as if he was a little tempted. He glanced at Lu Xun and quite trusted his brother's words. Thinking of the mature and charming figure just now, his throat moved. Huh
"I'll think about it first."
After saying that, Wei Yan walked quickly ahead.
Lu Xun looked at Wei Yan's back and shrugged.
The aristocratic family's methods are like this, intricate and complex, but don't you think it's not delicious?
