On the wide post road, a luxurious horse team meandered.
Han Houkang was sitting in his chariot, thinking secretly about what he would do after entering Zhao.
However, he should be called the King of Han at this time. After the Battle of Guanze, Wei Ying tried to win over South Korea and respected Han Kang as the king.
Now Wei and Han are courting Zhao. On the surface, they are congratulating Zhao Yong, the new king, on his succession, but secretly they are trying to win over Zhao to join forces against Qin.
Entering the territory of the State of Zhao and crossing the Zhangshui River, the next stop is Xingxiang (today's Xingtai) of the State of Zhao, which is also the capital of the State of Zhao, Xindu.
The convoy flew along the wide post road in the North China Plain. Han Kang looked at the crop fields and villages on both sides of the post road. The farmers, cattle and sheep could not help but secretly sigh at the abundance of water and soil in Zhao.
At this time, the horses suddenly slowed down and gradually stopped. Han Kang blurted out to the outside of the curtain and asked, "What's wrong?"
"Father, the Marquis of Zhao has sent us to greet us." At this time, the voice of Prince Han Cang came from Chengyu.
As soon as Han Cang finished speaking, a deep voice continued: "Foreign minister Zhao Cheng, on the orders of the monarch, came to greet King Han."
The route of Wei and Han's envoys to Zhao State has been notified to Zhao State for a long time, and Zhao State also pays close attention to the two countries' envoys.
Zhao Cheng was also ordered by Zhao Yong to wait here early to safeguard the friendship between the two countries.
At this time, Han Kang opened the curtain of the public service, looked at Zhao Cheng not far away and said with a smile: "It's been a long time, doctor, but he is in good health."
"Thank you very much for your consideration, King Han. The king has been waiting for King Han outside the Xin Palace for a long time. Please let the foreign ministers guide the way for King Han."
Zhao Cheng bowed respectfully and said.
"please!"
The Chengyu continued walking eastward along the post road for half an hour, when suddenly he saw dust flying in the distance, and a cavalry team galloping towards the Chengyu from far to near.
Zhao Yong stood on the carriage and looked at the luxurious carriage in front of him. He couldn't help but feel a little strange in his heart. He felt like he was meeting his parents.
"Father, Marquis Zhao personally came out of the palace to greet you." Han Cang saw the leader of the cavalry and said hurriedly to the car.
Han Kang lifted the car curtain and stepped out of the chariot. He saw a handsome young man wearing a military uniform and a high crown standing in front of him. Surrounded by ministers and palace guards, Han Kang judged based on his age and clothing that he was the new king of Zhao who had forcibly rejected the five kingdoms.
While Han Kang was sizing up Zhao Yong, Zhao Yong was also looking back at the famous South Korean Shou Cheng.
Han Kang should be in his thirties, but looking at his face, he is extremely young. He is almost the same as Prince Cang next to him. He is wearing a similar uniform and a princely crown.
The two of them stood together, not like father and son, but like brothers.
Han Kang took a step forward and said with a smile on Zhao Yong's face: "Zhao Hou personally greets me. I am flattered."
Zhao Yong also hurriedly stepped forward, raised his hands to the future father-in-law and replied: "The King of Han is here in person, how dare I not welcome him in person."
The palace maid who was already standing respectfully came forward with a jade plate in her hand.
Zhao Yong took the sake from the tray and continued to Han Kang: "The King of Han has come all the way. Please first drink a glass of our Zhao country's unique sake to quench his thirst."
Han Kang couldn't help but feel relieved when he saw that Zhao Yong looked very talented, with no trace of extravagance on his face, and that his succession etiquette was so thorough at a young age.
He was originally worried about marrying off his precious daughter to Zhao State, worried that she would be deceived, but now it seems that he is overly worried.
"Marquis Zhao, please." Han Kang raised his wine glass and drank the sake in one gulp.
After taking a sip, Han Kang couldn't help but said meaningfully: "They say Qin wine is strong and Chu wine is soft. I don't think they are as delicious as Zhao wine."
Zhao Yong glanced at Han Kang, but he didn't taste anything special about this Zhao wine. But he still replied flatteringly: "Fine wine and beautiful women come from Handan, and good bows and powerful crossbows are in Xinzheng."
Han Kang laughed after hearing this. He had heard the same compliment too many times, but when he said it in Zhao Yong's mouth, it felt different.
He likes this son-in-law.
At this time, a horse suddenly rushed from the distance. The figure jumped off the horse, knelt on the ground and said to Zhao Yong: "Your Majesty, King Wei has entered the Xin Palace!"
Zhao Yong was stunned, this old guy came really fast.
"How about the King of Han and the others go to greet the King of Wei?" Zhao Yong said to Han Kang.
"Hahaha, that's exactly what I meant. Please, Marquis Zhao!"
"please!"
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Xingxiangxin Palace was built during the reign of Zhao Yong's grandfather and Zhao Chenghou.
It was originally built specifically to receive the princes. However, thirty years ago, the Wei State sent general Pang Juan to attack Zhao and once captured the capital Handan.
After the truce between Wei and Zhao, Chenghou deeply felt the lessons of the siege of Handan, so he expanded the Xin Palace aggressively.
To this day, Xingong is not only the nominal capital of Handan, but also an important gateway to protect northern Handan. It exists as a strategic need.
At this time, there was a "happy" scene in the main hall of the Xin Palace.
Zhao Yong sat alone in the middle of the hall. The two kings of Han and Wei sat opposite each other on the left and right, and the ministers of Zhao State accompanied them aside.
Han Kang and Han Cang, father and son, exchanged cups with the Zhao monarchs and ministers, chattering compliments in their ears.
Han Cang couldn't help but secretly affirm Zhao Yong, thinking that Ji Yao would be satisfied if she saw Zhao Yong.
Little did he know that his precious sister had already made a secret promise to him.
On the other hand, Wei Guo's side seemed a little neglected.
The Crown Prince of Wei wanted to stand up and toast Zhao Yong several times, but he was quietly stopped by Wei Xianggong Sun Yan.
It was naturally expected by Gongsun Yan that Zhao's courtiers had such an attitude towards Wei.
After all, the two countries had enmity for a long time, and now it was up to him whether the king could swallow his anger.
Gongsun Yan couldn't help but look at Wei Ying on his right.
Now that Wei Ying is so old, he is still asked to bow and apologize to a grandchild with a yellow mouth.
It would be false to say that he is not unwilling in his heart. He has always been a proud king.
But now that Wei is in decline, the power of his country alone is no longer enough to drive away tigers and swallow wolves.
Wei Ying seemed to have finally overcome the hurdle in his heart. He stood up and raised his glass to Zhao Yong and said: "We, the Three Jins, are brothers and sisters. In the past, the relationship between brothers was always hurt due to my mistakes. Today, I drink this specially." Wine, I apologize to Marquis Zhao." After saying this, he drank the wine in one gulp.
Hearing Wei Ying's words, the hall suddenly fell silent.
Zhao Yong also couldn't help but be a little surprised when he looked at the old man in gorgeous clothes in front of him.
Wei Ying's ability to bend and stretch was most vividly reflected at this time.
Although Wei State was defeated by Qin and Qi many times. But in terms of national strength, it is still stronger than Zhao State.
Showing weakness with strength, the King of Wei is so cowardly, what else can Zhao Yong do?
Originally, he didn't expect Wei Ying to be able to surrender himself. Maybe he could just ask Wei Si or Gongsun Yan to show their interest, and Zhao Guo could borrow Po Xia Donkey.
Zhao attacks Wei, Wei attacks Qin, and Qin attacks Zhao. This is an era of fighting and killing, and only great profits can win people's hearts.
To be fair, if Zhao had the opportunity to annex Wei, Zhao Yong would definitely not show mercy.
Zhao Yong accepted it as soon as it was good.
He hurriedly walked to His Highness and held Wei Ying's arm with both hands: "Why is King Wei doing this? We and the three Jin Dynasties are brothers. All the grudges in the past have disappeared. I know King Wei's heart well."
Wei Ying saw that Zhao Yong did not wait for an opportunity to humiliate him, and he couldn't help but admire Zhao Yong even more.
He couldn't help but sigh deeply in his heart: I am old, but Zhao Hou is still in his prime. In the future world, it will be difficult for our country, Wei, to fight!
Zhao Yong walked back to the main seat and said to everyone in his highness: "Today the king of Han and the king of Wei meet in the Xin Palace. I am honored to do so. I hope that the three countries of Han, Zhao and Wei will always be friends and fight against foreign enemies together."
