"Disgrace yourself!"
These four words were like a sharp sword, piercing into Zhou Weiqing's heart. He clenched his fists tightly and remained silent for a long time.
And the expressions on the faces of the Qi delegation behind him were also extremely exciting!
It was precisely these words that Zhou Weiqing mocked Xiao Chen just now, but now he was returned intact, with a slap in the face!
On the other hand, looking at the civil and military officials on the Chu side, it felt like they had walked in the desert for a day and a night without getting a drop of water, and then drank a big mouthful of cool river water!
Just one word... cool!
So cool!
What a pleasure!
"Hahaha, why are you silent? Come on, let's see if you can compose a poem better than Governor Xiao?"
"You must be cowarded, right? It's better to admit defeat. Governor Xiao is right, so as not to humiliate yourself!"
"..."
Laughter continued from both sides.
Sweep away the dejection just now!
"Xiao Chen, that's good! I will give you lots of rewards later!"
Chu Yanwu laughed loudly, and the next moment, he looked directly at Zhou Weiqing and others with sharp eyes, "Today's competition, but I, the Great Chu, won. According to the agreement, I... want the dragon, tiger, and leopard on your border. pass!"
The powerful imperial aura poured down, forcing Zhou Weiqing and others to take a few steps back, their faces turning pale.
The three passes of Dragon, Tiger and Leopard are the three lines of defense on the border of Qi. Once they fall into the hands of Chu, the army will easily enter the capital of Qi!
How could this be handed over? !
Zhou Weiqing gritted his teeth and said in a deep voice: "Your Majesty, it seems that the bet we just made did not agree on a specific city!"
"I don't know, but I... want these three cities!"
Chu Yanwu was condescending, looking down at the envoy, his eyes were cold and there was no room for doubt!
Xiao Chen looked at this scene and thought to himself, this dog emperor is somewhat domineering, but unfortunately he has a weak kidney...
"Your Majesty, the bet... we haven't lost yet!"
Zhou Weiqing took a deep breath, turned around and bowed to the young-looking old man in the mission.
The moment they saw the old man, the expressions of all the civil and military officials in Dachu Manchao condensed, and they became a little uneasy in their hearts.
Zhou Weiqing lowered his head as low as possible and said in a pleading tone: "Shixian, please take action and compose another poem to surpass the great Chu! I, the State of Qi, are willing to agree to any of your conditions!"
As soon as these words came out, the entire hall fell silent.
Everyone stared at the old man intently, waiting for his answer. Although Xiao Chen's poems were very good and too good to be true, this was the Immortal of Poetry after all, an unrivaled figure who stood at the top of the world's poetry monument.
No one is sure that Xiao Chen’s poem will win!
Even Chu Yanwu became a little nervous inside.
However, under everyone's gaze, Poet Immortal Li Changqing walked straight past Zhou Weiqing and walked briskly in front of Xiao Chen with a smile on his face, "Your name is Xiao Chen?"
Xiao Chen was a little unsure of the old man's attitude, but he stretched out his hand to avoid hitting the smiling man and nodded.
"My name is Li Changqing, old man. That poem of yours is very good!"
Li Changqing smiled and patted his shoulder. From his clear eyes, Xiao Chen couldn't see any hostility, but only relief and praise.
This old man is interesting.
Xiao Chen felt happy in his heart, cupped his hands and said, "That poem of yours was not bad, but you were just too arrogant."
"Hahaha! You, you still know how to be modest?"
Li Changqing stroked his beard and laughed a few times, "What you just said is right. In front of your poems, my poem is rubbish! I hope we can have the opportunity to compete again next time... Well, nothing else. Let’s just talk about poetry! How about that?”
"It's my wish, but I don't dare to ask for my ear."
Xiao Chen understood what Li Changqing meant, and he felt some respect for this poetry immortal in his heart, so he agreed.
Li Changqing nodded with satisfaction, then flicked his sleeves and walked directly out of the hall as if there was no one else around.
This scene left everyone stunned.
Zhou Weiqing's face was extremely ugly, and he quickly chased after him, shouting: "Shixian! You promised Qianhuang to help us achieve our goal, how could you be so untrustworthy!"
Li Changqing didn't even look back, and laughed loudly: "I owe Emperor Qian a favor. I promised to write a poem for you. I have already completed the agreement. As for the rest, it has nothing to do with me..."
"What's more, as an old man, I can't compare to this poem by Xiaoyou. The younger generation is to be feared, and the younger generation is to be feared!"
The voice sounded leisurely.
Li Changqing's figure gradually disappeared from sight.
Mr. Cen's face was full of respect and yearning, "Shixian...is really not a mortal."
"thump!"
A low voice drew everyone's attention back.
In the middle of the hall, Zhou Weiqing was seen kneeling on the ground. There was no trace of blood on his face, and his eyes were lifeless. He looked extremely miserable.
But no one present had the slightest sympathy for him!
Chu Yanwu sat back on the dragon chair and spoke again, "Now, the victory or defeat has been decided! When my approval comes down, the three cities of dragon, tiger and leopard will belong to my great Chu! Soon, my army will Will set off to take over the three passes!"
"……yes!"
Just one word seemed to exhaust all the strength of Zhou Weiqing. After letting the envoys make a brief handover, he hurriedly escaped from the Golden Palace.
How proud you were when you came, how embarrassed you were when you left!
Soon, only the civil and military officials of Dachu were left in the hall. Many people were looking at the young governor of the East Factory and giving him kind smiles from time to time.
Saving Da Chu's face and winning three cities for Da Chu is a great contribution. Xiao Chen will definitely receive a heavy reward and become a new noble in the court!
Many people have even begun to secretly ponder in their hearts how to please and get closer to them.
But among these glances, there are two faint glances, with deep malice...
"Okay, everyone, please step aside."
Chu Yanwu smiled and waved his hand, then looked at Xiao Chen and said, "You, I will call you over after I have thought about the reward. You have accomplished such a great achievement, it is hard for me..."
Xiao Chen immediately made a sincere and fearful gesture, bowed and said: "It is my duty to share your Majesty's worries, I don't dare to ask for any reward!"
"If you have merit, you will be rewarded. Am I the kind of person who doesn't distinguish between rewards and punishments? Okay, step back."
After saying that, Chu Yanwu also stood up from the dragon chair.
Chen Jin, who was next to him, hurriedly helped him up. While supporting Chu Yanwu, he nodded kindly to Xiao Chen.
Xiao Chen frowned, looked at the backs of the two people, and couldn't help but curl his lips in his heart.
Are rewards and punishments clear?
After helping you so much last time, you actually plotted against me and used me as a knife. This matter is not over yet. Sooner or later, I will have to come back to you to get the debt back!
