Outside Kuaiji City, the Wu army was full of enthusiasm, and the shouts of Wu army soldiers were everywhere. Everyone could feel that the Yue Kingdom was about to lose its hold.
Qingji and Sun Wu were sitting in the tent of the military camp, seeing that they would conquer Yue in the near future and fulfill the long-cherished wish of generations of ancestors. Qingji was very excited to talk to Sun Wu about the subsequent development strategies of Wu.
"My lord, Gou Jian, the lord of Yue, has sent an envoy here, saying he wants to talk to you."
Qing Ji became interested after hearing this and smiled at Sun Wu: "Now that the situation is so clear, Yue still sends envoys. It's really interesting. I want to see what he says."
When Wen Zhong walked into the camp, he saw two men in cloth armor. One of them was wearing a crown of king, with sword eyebrows and starry eyes. He was mighty and majestic, with the aura of a king. The other one was holding a long sword and had a murderous look. It was the general who commanded the army. Wen Zhong secretly thought that this should be the hero who turned the country of Yue upside down this time.
"The foreign minister Wen Zhong comes to see the Marquis of Wu!"
For the sake of the survival of the country of Yue, Wen Zhong knelt down directly in front of Qing Ji.
In fact, Wen Zhong's reputation for loyalty was also spread among the Wu Kingdom. Now that he saw that he was indeed upright, Qing Ji couldn't help but be very fond of him.
So he asked with a smile: "Doctor Wen, Wu and Yue have been fighting for more than a month. You are not assisting Gou Jian in Kuaiji City and come to our Wu camp. Could it be that you want to abandon the dark side and join the bright side?"
If Doctor Wen is willing to serve in the State of Wu, I will be willing to give you the position of Doctor according to your virtuous reputation. "
This is a very high praise for Wen Zhong.
Doctor Wen kowtowed and said: "Wu Hou, you are really ridiculous. Foreign ministers assisted two generations of monarchs, but the Yue Kingdom ended up like this.
It can be seen that the talent of the foreign minister is just that of a small official in charge of the rice warehouse, and the virtue is just that of a weed in the ditch. How can he be worthy of a great country like Wu?
The talented people in the Wu Kingdom are like crucian carp crossing the river, and the wise man beside you, Zuo Guo, is nothing more than a clown.
The foreign minister is here to apologize to you.
In the past, I deceived Helu and intercepted and killed Wu soldiers. They were all slanderous words and deceived the master. They caused such wrong things, which led to the conflict between Wu and Yue. Please also grant the death of the foreign ministers to calm the hearts of the people of Wu. "
Qing Ji didn't believe it at all and sneered directly: "Doctor Wen is just a minister, how can he bypass the king Gou Jian and give orders alone?
You are such a loyal minister. When the country is in ruins, you are still willing to risk your life for Goujian. Who can not be moved by your character?
Gou Jian actually asked you to die for him. Is such a monarch worthy of your loyalty? "
With the determination to die, Wen Zhong kowtowed again and said: "Marquis of Wu, the monarch knows that he has sinned deeply and caused the people of Wu to shed blood. To show his sincerity, he is willing to offer to Marquis Wu the BMWs, jade, chariots and chariots that the King of Chu gave to the monarch. Fine wines are unparalleled treasures.
The foreign minister also has an adopted daughter named Shi Yiguang, who was originally the daughter of his wife's sister. Her family suffered a great disaster, so she joined my house.
She is a woman who is extremely beautiful and unparalleled in the world and appears only once in a thousand years. The king is also willing to offer you the Zhanlu Divine Sword of the Yue Kingdom.
You are a great hero in the world, and you should be accompanied by such a beautiful woman and a sharp sword. This is the king's admiration for you.
As long as you are willing to preserve the country for the country of Yue, the king is willing to surrender the whole country. From now on, the country of Wu will be the master, and you will be the first in everything. "
Cars, horses and beautiful jade?
Zhanlu Divine Sword?
A stunning beauty?
Sun Wu frowned. How many heroes galloped across the battlefield, but in the end they all fell into these things that sapped their will.
Qingji laughed loudly and said, "Doctor Wenzhong, is this the idea that the kings and ministers of Yue came up with?
I was born alone in the palace of Wu State, and received the teachings of the saints. How could I not know the truth that drinking and sex can harm the body?
When a man achieves great things, will he be held back because of a mere woman?
Could it be that the kings and ministers of the Yue Kingdom were so ridiculous and you didn't stop them? It seems like your evaluation of your talents comes from the bottom of your heart. "
Qingji was a little disappointed with Wen Zhong's talents. Beautiful jade, chariots, horses and beauties could only deal with some mediocre monarchs, but were useless against heroes like Qingji.
Coming up with such an idea is not the level that an intelligent person should have.
Wen Zhong showed no panic on his face. Qing Ji suddenly felt a refreshing fragrance of flowers, and then saw a woman walking into the tent.
At first glance, I was stunned. How to describe it?
The body is as light as the wind, as pure as the deep mountains and deep valleys.
The clouds on the temples are lightly rolled, the tassels on the ears are hanging, and the eyes are flowing as you look around.
The coquettish and charming person spreads out her sleeves, swaying with fragrance, frowning slightly, and the Tianchi is rippled.
When the sunlight shines through, there is a sense of floating gods, and a faint confusion of witches and ghosts.
This is not a human being!
It is no exaggeration for Wen Zhong to be the most beautiful and unparalleled woman in the world who appears once in a thousand years. No wonder he has such confidence.
Qingji remembered that he had just said that drinking and sex were harmful to the body, but now he just wanted to say that he would stop drinking from today.
Sun Wu, the military sage, was also stunned for a moment, and then he drew his sword out of its sheath. His heart was awe-inspiring, and his face was filled with undisguised murderous intent. Looking closely, there was still fear, and he said sternly: "Your Majesty, please do this immediately. The woman must be killed, otherwise the state of Wu will be destroyed!"
Within a short period of time, Sun Wu's mind had already appeared in Sun Wu's mind, such as Xia Zhiyuxi, Shang Zhidaji, Zhou Zhibaosi, these famous enchanting queens in the world of cholera.
Xi Shi had just walked into the tent, and was pointed at by a sharp sword in just a few breaths. Before she could figure out the situation, she could only hide behind her adoptive father, and knelt on the ground shivering, which made her even more pitiful. It means, "Marquis Wu, what kind of mistake have I committed?"
Wen Zhong said: "Marquis Wu, this is the adopted daughter of the foreign minister!"
Sun Wu couldn't wait for Qing Ji to speak. Xi Shi knelt on the ground, showing even more graceful and delicate figure. Even a man with a strong mind like him would be affected. Qing Ji was not afraid of wine and sex, so he must be confused.
Qing Ji quickly grabbed Sun Wu and said urgently: "No, sir!"
Sun Wu looked at Qingji in disbelief. Could it be that what he was most worried about happened like this?
He pointed the tip of his sword at Xi Shi and said angrily: "Your Majesty! You..."
Qingji knew at the first sight that Sun Wu had misunderstood, and said repeatedly: "Changqing, although Gu is not afraid of wine and sex, is he such a careless person?
You and I have known each other for many years, don’t you know?
Why do you distrust Gu so much?
This woman's appearance is truly a treasure in the world. Wouldn't it be a pity to be killed by a sword once in a thousand years?
Luohou and the prince said that they were kind to Gu Gu, but they didn't know how to repay him, so wouldn't it be most appropriate to offer this daughter to him? "
When Sun Wu heard that Qing Ji would not keep this girl by his side, he lost his murderous intention and sat back on his seat. He who could give up this girl would be the true hero of the world.
Dr. Wenzhong was relieved when he heard what Qingji Sun Wu said.
Since the monarchs and ministers of Wu State are willing to send Shi Yiguang to Luo State, it means that they are willing to accept the surrender of Yue State.
Regardless of anything else, the life of King Gou Jian of Yue can at least be saved. If he can do this, Wen Zhong will be worthy of the kindness of two generations of Yue kings.
When Xi Shi heard this, all the fear in her body was swept away, and a hint of joy appeared in the corner of her eyes.
It would be an unimaginable honor for a Tiannan woman like her to be able to serve the descendants of the Luo Kingdom.
I would like to ask among all the countries, which country's noble daughter is not willing to marry into the Luo Kingdom's official family?
After comforting Sun Wu, Qingji said coldly to Wen Zhong: "Doctor Wen.
The ancient Yue Kingdom was established by Shaokang, the Queen of Xia. In order to continue the sacrifices of King Yu, he sent his young son to Yue to establish the kingdom. Unexpectedly, it gradually became a kingdom of Yi and Di. King Yu knew this, would he be willing to accept their sacrifices?
How can Yi Di have long-term luck?
So during the Xia and Shang Dynasties, the Yue Kingdom was destroyed. This was because God no longer protected the Yue Kingdom.
King Su respected Haotian's will and with his supreme virtue, granted the descendants of King Yu to Qi, so that the sacrifices of the ancient holy kings could be continued.
Duke Wen followed the example of Shaokang in the Xia Dynasty and granted the descendants of the Si surname among the kings of Luoyi to the territory of Yue to re-establish the country. What a great kindness!
Duke Xuan hosted a banquet for the Xia in Luoyi, and the Yue Kingdom received the invitation. Is this a favor that many barbarians in the world can only ask for?
Which of the three barbarians in the Yue Kingdom doesn't want to be canonized by the emperor and receive the blessing of King Haotiansu?
Unexpectedly, you all turned your back on King Haotian Su again and turned into barbarian beasts. Like Helu and his rebellious ministers, you were dissatisfied with the title given to you by the emperor.
Don't you know that the king of Yi and Di is not as good as the man of Xia?
Gu led his army all the way. In the country of Yue, the Cangshan Mountains mourned for him and the rivers wept for him. Don’t Yue people feel ashamed when they step on this land?
Isn't it true that the disaster of the Yue Kingdom's downfall today was not brought about by the Yue people themselves? "
Wen Zhong was one of the few traditional Zhu Xia people in the Yue Kingdom. He even studied in the Luo Kingdom Academy.
Qing Ji studied in the academy for several years and learned a lot about kingly knowledge from Confucius. These words made Wen Zhong sweat profusely, and he burst into tears and begged: "Marquis Wu, the mistakes made by the country of Yue, the country's The monarchs and ministers in China already know this, so please save some face for the country of Yue."
Gou Jian was not in front of him, and Qing Ji was unwilling to humiliate a loyal minister who was willing to die for the monarch.
Then he said loudly: "Gu Nai is a nobleman named Ji, who was trusted by the emperor and granted the power of conquest south of the Huai River.
Today, on behalf of Heaven, Yue is defeated, the land of Yue given by the emperor is taken back, and the Yue people are brought back to the world of the Xia. The Yue people should be grateful in their hearts, and Gou Jian should be grateful in his heart.
Although the continuation of rise and fall is a royal principle, and King Yu's sacrifices should indeed not be cut off, it is nonsense to preserve the Yue State's land!
Isn't it ridiculous to make such a request, considering that Yue has betrayed Zhu Xia several times?
He sent a letter to the emperor to confer Gou Jian the title of King of Kuaiji. He was hereditary and left one son to devote himself to worshiping King Yu.
All necessary needs shall be provided by the governor of Kuaiji.
Gou Jian, the king of Yue, his wife, sons, princesses, women in the palace, the Yue princes, noble families, and ministers all have to move to the capital of Wu.
Reciting the classics of the Xia Dynasty every day, and getting rid of the barbarian nature, this is the great way.
At this point, the king of Kuaiji stayed in Wudu to offer sacrifices to King Yu, and the heirs of King Kuaiji stayed in Kuaiji to offer sacrifices to King Yu. This was the grace that Gu could bestow on the Yue Kingdom.
Doctor Wen went back and told Gou Jian that Qing Ji had made an oath to King Haotian Su.
If he agrees, the country of Wu will not be destroyed, and the sacrifices of the country of Yue will not be destroyed; if he does not agree, the country will be destroyed and extinct today. "
These words completely stripped away the rationality and legitimacy of Vietnam.
Especially since the current Yue Kingdom was entrusted by Luo Wen Gong and was a feudal state of Bangzhou. Now the suzerain thinks that the Yue Kingdom deserves to be destroyed. Who else can tell?
Then it would completely interrupt the Yue State's retreat, and make the Yue State's official office a tool for the Wu State to eliminate the Yue State's resistance. After all, public security wars have always been the most difficult to fight.
As for moving to the capital of Wu, it feels like monitoring the old Yin and Shang clan in the early years of the Zhou Dynasty.
Moreover, Qingji was planning to build a new capital of the Wu Kingdom, named Gusu, and even the location had been chosen. He moved the nobles of the Yue Kingdom to the capital of Wu just to monitor it.
Wen Zhong returned to Kuaiji City on his own, but Xi Shi was left behind by the domineering people, and was taken away by the female family members of the Wu State Palace to prevent Gou Jian from jumping over the wall in a hurry. Qing Ji was determined to send the girl to Luo State.
Next, the State of Wu will develop with all its strength and will confront the State of Chu, which requires the full support of the State of Luo.
Sun Wu was hesitant to speak, but Qing Ji sat next to Sun Wu as soon as he saw him and said softly: "Chang Qing, I don't know what you are thinking. Gou Jian is unusual.
If he has other thoughts, he can just find an opportunity in two years to let him die of illness after arriving in Wudu.
It is better not to arouse the resistance of the Yue people now. The unity of Wu and Yue is a major event.
Although the battle was won, Wu was at a loss. Even if it regained its full strength, it would probably take ten years to conquer Chu.
If the resistance in the Yue State is too strong, the Wu State will fall into a quagmire, and the day of attacking Chu will be far away. "
Seeing that Qing Ji was thoughtful, Sun Wu smiled and said, "The king is wise!"
The next day, Gou Jian personally led the Yue nobles in Kuaiji City out of the city and surrendered. Under the banner of Dragon Snake, Qing Ji was majestic.
"Gou Jian, you have made a big mistake. You should have been executed according to the example of Zhu Xia Jue Yi. But after all, your ancestors were born in Zhu Xia, and you have a heart of repentance, so I will pardon your death penalty.
The emperor conferred the power of conquest in the south of Guhuai River. The military affairs are important and can be decided with one word. Today, I will remove your title of Bangzhou and make you Lord of Kuaiji. As a vassal of the state of Wu, are you willing? "
Gou Jian, with his long neck and beak, was prostrate on the ground, quite like a poisonous snake. His eyes were full of hatred, and he said hoarsely: "I wish you health and happiness for thousands of years. I am willing to respect Lord Kuaiji as a vassal of the state of Wu forever." The country above is the main one.”
At this point, Wu and Yue became one.
All the nobles of the Yue Kingdom came to live in the capital of Wu. Some of them were able and capable, and they were even summoned by Qingji. Then they returned to the Yue Kingdom to assist the officials of the Wu Kingdom in governing the old land. In addition, they also dealt with the lower-level wealthy merchants of the Yue Kingdom and the local barbarians. Through the communication between people, the foundation of Yue country was gradually eroded.
Gou Jian's illusory dream of rejuvenating the country was completely dead in his womb, leaving only Mr. Kuaiji who was drunk and dreaming every day.
The envoys of the State of Wu took Xi Shi and a large number of treasures to the State of Luo.
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The war between Wu and Yue cannot simply be regarded as a war for regional hegemony. Wu and Yue's national power rose during the period of King Yi Xuan Gong. Through their meritorious service in the Xuhuai War, Wu and Yue gained the royal family. and Luo Guo’s support.
Wu State gained more support from Luo State through the identity of Ji Jiang, and Yue State turned to seek the support of Chu State, the only country that could challenge Ji Jiang's hegemony. The two countries had been in stalemate for nearly a hundred years.
It was not until the period of Duke Huan of Qi that the Chu State suffered a major blow, and the Yue State subsequently declined.
Of course, the sudden demise of the Yue Kingdom was unexpected. The capabilities of Wu's monarchs and ministers were completely beyond everyone's expectations. Chu's reinforcements had even crossed Yingshui, but in the end they could only retreat back to the country.
Judging from the Chu State's abandonment of restoring the Yue State, combined with the Ji Jiang Alliance's suppression of the Qin and Chu Alliance, the victory or defeat between Wu and Yue is indeed the epitome of the peacetime struggle between the two major military groups. ——"The Fight between Wu and Yue: The Inevitable Failure of the Yue Kingdom"
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