In the autumn of the 41st year of Duke Xiang of Huaizhuang, Wang Jin passed away.
His posthumous name is Zhuang Xiang. The one who has strong ambition to defeat the enemy is called Zhuang; the one who is virtuous and strict is called Zhuang; the one who is respectful and solemn is called Zhuang; the one who approaches the people with due diligence is called Zhuang; the one who opens up the land with virtue is called Xiang; the one who is successful in doing things is called Xiang; the one who has great power and virtue is called Xiang.
Duke Xiang of Huaizhuang ascended the throne at a young age. He pacified the Yue Kingdom in the south, merged with Chaoxu in the west, retreated from the Jin Kingdom, and saved the Song Kingdom. Xingxue Palace reigned for forty-one years, and the Huai Kingdom prospered day by day.
Wang Jin passed away and Prince Wang Qi came to the throne.
After the development of the Huaiguo Academy in the era of Duke Zhuang and Xianggang, it has become a world-famous academy. Every year, students from all over the country come to study. Because there are too many people coming, the housing prices in Huai'an become more expensive.
However, this has no impact on the natives of Huai State. After all, they have dormitories prepared by the government to live in. As for the students who come to study, it will be a lot harder. Huai State only prepares residences for outstanding talents who pass the examination, while more people can only rent houses. ..
Although Duke Zhuang Xiang passed away several years ago, his successor Wang Qi did not reduce the supply of Huaiguo Academy.
In the Huai Palace, Wang Qi was reading the letters sent by the secretary just now.
"The military is a major event of the country, the place of life and death, and the way of survival. It must be observed. The opening chapter points out the importance of military affairs. This man has a great talent." Wang Qi said in surprise.
The art of military use is broad and profound. Although the Huai State has many military books, when I saw this military book, I still found it shocking.
"Which great sage wrote this book?" Wang Qi asked.
"Your Majesty, it was written by a great sage from the State of Qi, named Sun Wu!" the attendant replied.
Wang Qi was slightly stunned and continued: "Qi State has such a great talent, so why did he let him go?"
"If this person is here, Qi will only be able to regain Duke Huan's hegemony in a matter of seconds, and even the military force will be even worse. Jin and Chu cannot compete with him. Even if we, the Huai State, fight in a normal battle, we will not be its opponent."
"Qi State does not need this person, so he should fall into the quagmire." Wang Qi shook his head. "If this person is willing to become an official, I am willing to serve as a general!"
Wang Qi was very aware of Sun Wu's role, like Confucius's kingly way, or Li Er's law of nature. He let nature take its course to govern the country, and almost no princes would use it. These methods are good, but they are slow to produce results and will not be used by anyone in this era.
But Sun Wu's military strategy is the way to build a strong army. As long as Sun Wu's book is known to others, these princely states will definitely flock to him and regard him as their general. Thinking of this, Wang Qi couldn't help but said immediately:
"Take me to meet this great sage." Wang Qi said.
The attendant immediately took Wang Qi to Huaiguo Academy. Soon Wang Qi saw Sun Wu. At this time, Sun Wu looked thirty years old and handsome, but he looked a little downcast.
Wang Qi came to meet him in person and was obviously shocked.
"Huaigong came in person, Wu Shao didn't dare to accept it!" Sun Wu looked at Wang Qi in surprise.
Wang Qi shook his head and said: "If you are able to write this book, you are already a sage in this world, and your skills in military use are the best! Such a great sage should be greeted by others!"
The two entered the house, and Wang Qi asked about Sun Wu's situation. Sun Wu was originally from the Qi State, but unfortunately, the Qi State has not been peaceful since Qi Qinggong. Qi Linggong was ambitious and talented, and attacked other countries many times, but failed repeatedly. Later, he was hesitant on the issue of heirs.
As a result, the subsequent political chaos in Qi State led to Sun Wu and his family fleeing Qi State and heading south to Huai State.
Not long after he left, Lu Gou, the son of Duke Ling of Qi, with the help of Cui Zhu, killed Duke Ling of Qi's favorite son and younger brother while Duke Ling of Qi was seriously ill. Duke Ling of Qi vomited blood and died after hearing this. , then Lu Gou ascended the throne with the help of Cui Zhu.
It's just that Lu Gou inherited his ancestor's problem and liked other people's wives. Cui Zhu was the victim. Cui Zhu's wife was extremely beautiful. The Marquis of Qi often had an affair with his wife when he went to Cui Zhu's home. This Marquis of Qi is just having an affair, and he also likes to do things with his ex-husband.
It can be said that the affair between him and Cui Zhu's wife was made known to everyone. He also gave Cui Zhu's hat to others.
No normal person would be able to bear such humiliation, not to mention that Cui Zhu was kind to him. He was also the one who personally helped the Marquis of Qi to become the king.
After Dao Cui Zhu, she did not regret choosing him.
Later, the Marquis of Qi invited Ju Jun to a banquet, and Cui Zhu refused to go because he was ill. The Marquis of Qi took the opportunity to visit Cui Zhu and had a tryst with his wife again.
Cui Zhu immediately closed the door and led his retainers to kill the Marquis of Qi. After killing the Marquis of Qi, Cui Zhu appointed the Marquis of Qi's younger brother to the throne to succeed him as king.
The state of Qi was in turmoil, so many people fled the state of Qi, and Sun Wu was one of them.
Cui Zhu killed the Marquis of Qi and established a new king, which can be said to have overwhelming power. Even if he killed the Marquis of Qi, no one dared to criticize his country. However, the historian of Qi recorded that "Cui Zhu killed his king."
Cui Zhu was furious when he learned that Taishi Ling of Qi had recorded the incident truthfully, so he killed Taishi Ling. As a result, Taishi Ling's younger brother Taishi Zhong recorded again that "Cui Zhu killed his king."
When Cui Zhu saw it, he became even more angry. Do you think my sword is disadvantageous? Tai Shizhong was killed immediately. But Taishi did not give in. Uncle Taishi stood up again and took over Taishi's order, and continued to write, "Cui Zhu killed his king."
Cui Zhu was frightened and killed his uncle Taishi again. He killed three Taishi Lings in succession. Cui Zhu felt that no one would dare to write this time. As a result, Taishi Ji, the third brother of Taishi Ling, stood up again and wrote "Cui Zhu". Zhu killed his king!
At this time, Cui Zhu saw that Tai Shiji actually dared to write like this, but he had no choice. He said, "Your three brothers are dead, aren't you afraid? As long as you follow my request and write that the Marquis of Qi died of a sudden illness. If you die, you don’t have to die!”
As a result, Tai Shi Ji directly refused: "This matter is already known to everyone. Even if you kill me, you can't change it. According to the facts, it is the duty of the historian. If you neglect your duty and survive, it is better to die."
Cui Zhu had no choice but to let him go. At this time, Nan Shi came from the south holding bamboo slips, ready to continue recording "Cui Zhu killed his king". At this time, Cui Zhu finally felt scared.
The political situation of Qi State was even more chaotic. The whole Qi State behaved in such a way that Sun Wu never thought of serving Qi State.
After coming to the Huai Kingdom, Sun Wu came into contact with a large number of books on the art of war in the academy. Through analogy, Sun Wu became more proficient in the use of troops.
If you check the panel at this time, you will find that Sun Wu's military strategy and commander are all at full value.
Wang Qi and Sun Wu discussed how to use troops. After talking to him personally, Wang Qi understood Sun Wu's abilities more clearly. He was simply a born commander.
If the two sides faced off, unless they used those divine weapons of destiny, there would be no chance at all.
"You are a great talent. I am willing to make you a general. I wonder if you are willing?" Wang Qi said with cupped hands.
