"General Bai!"
In front of the palace gate, as the sun set and night fell, Bai Yan just walked out of the palace and saw Xunzhou, who had been waiting for a long time.
"Master Xun!"
Bai Yan looked at Xunzhou approaching and was a little surprised.
Looking at the time, Xunzhou has been waiting for him here. Obviously, he must have something to find him.
"Master Xun, is there something wrong?"
Bai Yan asked. Regarding Xunzhou, Bai Yan would not be as defensive as a stranger, but it was impossible to completely believe him. He could only say that because of Xun Shuo's relationship, he always regarded Xunzhou as a good friend in his heart. .
After Xunzhou finished the ceremony, he looked around and then looked at Bai Yan.
"Master Tian would like to ask General Bai to come to the ambassador's residence to talk! Master Tian did not come in person this time!"
Xunzhou said to Bai Yan, giving a wry smile, with a bit of helplessness in his words. To be honest, Xunzhou was worried about being rejected by Bai Yan. After all, Mr. Tian had sowed discord with Bai Yan several times before, but he didn't have any good intentions at all. , even if Bai Yan refuses at this time, it is reasonable.
Even though he specifically said that Mr. Tian was not here at the moment, he did not take the opportunity to provoke further.
"Master Tian?"
When Bai Yan heard Xunzhou's words, he looked around hesitantly, and then nodded to Xunzhou.
"please!"
Bai Yan accepted the invitation and made a gesture to Xunzhou.
Xunzhou was overjoyed when he saw this, and quickly made a gesture of invitation to Bai Yan, and then the two of them got on Xunzhou's carriage together.
Next to Bai Yan's carriage, several men holding swords also followed Bai Yan and walked towards Xunzhou's carriage.
Half an hour later.
At the Ambassador's Mansion, Bai Yan followed Xunzhou into the mansion and followed the corridor all the way to the ^_^ room in the inner courtyard. There were many rare treasures on display, except for Tian Ding, Lin Anshun, and Tian Feiyan. In addition, there was a man whom he had never met before. The man was quite handsome, and he was very familiar with Tian Sui, whom he had met before.
"General Bai, please introduce, my son Tian Xian!"
When Tian Ding saw Bai Yan arriving, he stood up and saluted Bai Yan, and then introduced his third son Tian Xian to Bai Yan.
"Junzi Tian!"
After Bai Yan heard Tian Ding's words, he bowed to Tian Ding and then bowed to Tian Xian, whom he met for the first time.
"Tian Xian served as an envoy in the Chu State before and has heard about General Bai for a long time. Today, Tian Xian is lucky to see him with his own eyes!"
Tian Xian was quite familiar with him. While returning the courtesy to Bai Yan, he looked at Bai Yan with his eyes and praised Bai Yan with his mouth.
When Bai Yan saw this, he looked at Tian Feiyan in surprise. Now that he had seen Tian Xian in person, he had finally seen Tian Feiyan's three brothers. Compared with Tian Cong's steadyness and Tian Sui's frankness, this Tian Xian It's a bit contrary to the name. He looks like a talkative person at first glance, so I won't say it for now, but he must be a good person. He is always complimentary when he comes up. This is a habit that can only be developed by people who have been around for many years and have seen all kinds of people. Just like when he was in In Yangcheng, when I first met Lu Qi, Lu Qi also had this habit.
"Tian Junzi is so ridiculous that Bai Yan is too ashamed to deserve it!"
Bai Yan returned the salute to Tian Xian. As he spoke, Bai Yan also saluted Lin An.
Lin Anshun also returned the greeting to Bai Yan.
"sit!"
When Tian Ding saw that the greetings had been completed, he invited Bai Yan to come and take a seat.
Bai Yan did not refuse. After bowing his hands in front of Tian Ding and bowing, he came forward to the wooden table and knelt down. Although he didn't know why Tian Ding came to him suddenly, with Lin Anshun and Xunzhou there, he must not be a messenger. Jizzi, not to mention Tian Feiyan is also here.
Next to wooden table.
Tian Xian looked at the young man kneeling by the wooden table, carefully looking at the young face that was not beautiful at all, and marveled that although he was young, his tenderness had faded away, and it should obviously be tempered in the battlefield.
Qin General Bai Yan, who originally thought he could lead troops and become famous on the battlefield, and never suffered a defeat after leading troops, would turn out to be a arrogant, young, arrogant, and arrogant general.
Seeing it with my own eyes now is quite surprising.
"My little sister has vision! Not bad~! Not only did she follow Xunzhou openly! But judging from her expression, she didn't take what happened during this period to heart. With such a big heart, even if she has no talent, she will achieve great results in the future. It can’t be lower than that.”
Tian Xian sighed in his heart.
Thinking of his father's helpless, sad and frustrated tone last night, and remembering what happened to his little sister, Tian Xian turned his head and looked at his little sister Tian Feiyan with a smile.
Seeing his little sister looking at him, Tian Xian showed a teasing look in his eyes and made a coded sign of 'good vision' on his lips.
Seeing his little sister staring at him like a little tiger, Tian Xian's smile became even brighter. He gave Tian Feiyan a "third brother supports you" expression with a grin, and then came to the wooden table and knelt down.
At this time, Tian Ding also noticed the smile on the third son Tian Xian's face, and looked directly at Tian Xian. Upon seeing this, Tian Xian quickly put away his smile with a look of recognition.
Tian Feiyan looked at his brother angrily.
"I heard from the servants in the mansion that General Bai visited the mansion before Tian Ding was away! I wonder if General Bai has something to see Tian Ding!"
Tian Ding turned to look at Bai Yan and asked softly.
"It's true! Because of Bai Yan's assassination, the murderer has never been caught, and the people in the city are in turmoil. The king specially asked Bai Yan to come to visit Mr. Tian!"
When Bai Yan heard Tian Ding's words, he raised his hands and said to Tian Ding.
In fact, Ying Zheng did not say these words, but Bai Yan is not worried that Tian Ding will ask Ying Zheng. Even if he asks or even sows discord, Bai Yan is not afraid. After all, Tian Ding has been active in the city some time ago, and Bai Yan is not afraid. Yan can directly tell Ying Zheng that he has learned the news and came here to remind him. He hopes that Tian Ding can be more peaceful in Xianyang.
This is the meaning of the visit in the words now.
"Tian Ding is ashamed, but he has the King of Qin to worry about!"
When Tian Ding heard Bai Yan's words, he did not doubt Bai Yan. On the contrary, his words contained a strong sense of ridicule towards Ying Zheng.
"General Bai is invited here today. Tian Ding wants to ask, when will the assassin who assassinated General Bai be caught? When will Tian Ding be able to leave Xianyang?"
Tian Ding slowly raised his eyes and looked at Bai Yan.
Following Tian Ding's words, Lin Anshun and Xunzhou all fell silent, waiting for Bai Yan's answer.
The reason why I want to ask Bai Yan is because anyone who has some connections and is well-informed about the temples of the Qin Kingdom knows that Bai Yan is with Ying Zheng almost every day. It can even be said that even the princesses in the palace, they are closely related to The time Ying Zheng spent together was not as good as Bai Yan's.
After all, there are so many princesses!
While Tian Ding was speaking, Tian Xian turned his head and waved to several maids not far away.
Then, under Bai Yan's gaze, several maids went to the rare treasures and opened two large wooden boxes. In an instant, the gold slowly came into Bai Yan's eyes.
"Tian Ding rushed to Xianyang, thanks to General Bai who took care of him in Luoyin before. This should be regarded as Tian Ding's gratitude to General Bai!"
After Tian Ding glanced at the treasures, he turned to look at Bai Yan.
It has become normal for people to bribe the king's favorite ministers, close ministers, and even concubines when traveling to other countries. Even Guan Zhong, Shang Yang, Zhang Yi, Fan Sui and others are no exception. Take Zhang Yi in the past, if there were not many bribes to Chu The ministers of the country and the concubine of the King of Chu may have one more life than death.
Therefore, when Tian Ding came to Xianyang on this trip, it was naturally impossible for Tian Ding not to bring jewelry with him.
In fact, Tian Ding's purpose at the beginning was to give it to a eunuch in the palace named Zhao Gao and his younger brother Zhao Cheng. Tian Ding noticed these two people a long time ago in Linzi, Qi State, and more importantly, I saw something in these two people that was easy to control and exploit.
But Bai Yan's appearance forced Tian Ding to shelve his plans for the time being.
"How can I be grateful? Mr. Tian understands Bai Yan's heart. Everything is what Bai Yan should do!"
When Bai Yan heard Tian Ding's words, he raised his hands to Tian Ding and politely refused Tian Ding's kindness.
"General Bai, are you too young?"
When Tian Xian heard Bai Yan's words, he stared at Bai Yan with a puzzled expression, and then looked at the two boxes full of gold and other rare treasures.
As a descendant of the Tian family, Tian Xian, who has served as the envoy to the Chu State for many years, is really confused now. He has never seen anyone in the world who can withstand so much money. You must know that it was Bai Qi's Bole Wei Ran, who was granted the title of Marquis. Even though they have acquired land, they are still greedy for money, not to mention others.
Previously, Jing Ke, the envoy of the Yan State, took advantage of Meng Jia's greed for money. With the help of his father and Yan Dan secretly, he met Meng Jia and bribed him with a lot of money.
Meng Jia is still greedy for money, so why is Bai Yan still indifferent when looking at these belongings!
What a surprise!
"No! A gentleman loves money and takes it in the right way. If it is not Bai Yan's wealth, Bai Yan will be in trouble if he takes it. If it is not Bai Yan's thing, it will be difficult for Bai Yan to take it. I hope Mr. Tian, Mr. Tian, will forgive me!"
Bai Yan looked at Tian Xian's expression, said slowly, and bowed to Tian Xian.
In the study room.
Bai Yan's words caught everyone off guard. Even Tian Feiyan, who had guessed that Bai Yan would refuse, couldn't help but subconsciously savor Bai Yan's words in his heart. After a few breaths, the beauty When he looked at the boy again, a smile appeared on his pretty face, which was younger than Bai Yan's.
"Teachable!"
Tian Xian was also stunned for a long time, and then returned the courtesy to Bai Yan with a strange look on his face.
After the ceremony.
Tian Xian calmly turned to look at his father beside him. To be honest, if the young man in front of him was not a descendant of the Bai family, as Yan'er's brother, Tian Xian would be very satisfied with the young man in front of him. Even though he had only been in contact with the boy for less than a moment, in Chu State, all the children of the noble families and even the famous families he had come into contact with were all well-connected without exception.
Therefore, Tian Xiancai has the best understanding of how difficult it is for the young man in front of him.
Lin Anshun and Xunzhou looked at each other and nodded slightly. Looking at so many jewels in front of them, normal people couldn't help but think of a comfortable and enjoyable life in the future, but Bai Yan could refuse without hesitation. It's too rare.
"On the contrary, Tian Ding was abrupt! Dear masters, please forgive General Bai for what Tian Ding did before!"
Tian Ding raised his hand to bow to Bai Yan, and looked at Bai Yan with a mixture of surprise and emotion in his eyes.
"Bai Yan understands! I wonder if Mr. Tian just said he was leaving Xianyang, would he go back to Qi State or to Chu State?"
Bai Yan returned the favor to Tian Ding, and then turned the topic to what Tian Ding said just now.
Seeing Tian Xian's arrival, Bai Yan naturally knew that Tian Ding had learned about the sudden death of King Chu, but Bai Yan still wanted to know whether Tian Ding was going to Chu or back to Qi.
"What does General Bai mean by this? Tian Ding is stupid and doesn't understand the meaning of this statement. They are both leaving. What's the difference?"
Tian Ding looked at Bai Yan with a smile and asked softly.
"Now that the King of Chu has passed away, I'm afraid it won't be long before the results of the decisive battle between the Qin Army and the Yan Army will be sent to Xianyang. The King of Qin should no longer have any worries!"
Lin Anshun also spoke at this time.
Previously, their group was left in Xianyang because King Qin Yingzheng was worried that after Tian Ding returned to Qi with them, he would ally with Qi and Chu to besiege Qin. Now that their group had stayed in Xianyang for so long, and the King of Chu died suddenly, King Qin Yingzheng There is no need to keep them anymore.
As long as Bai Yan is willing to help, they will be able to leave Xianyang in a few days.
"It's not my king's words. It's Bai Yan who is worried that after the death of King Chu, the Chu Kingdom will be in chaos. Once Mr. Tian Tian rashly goes to the Chu Kingdom, there will be danger!"
After Bai Yan glanced at Lin Anshun, he continued to look at Tian Ding and reminded him softly.
And following Bai Yan's words.
The study became quiet in an instant. Lin Anshun, Xunzhou, and Tian Xian were not fools. They could not hear what Bai Yan meant. It would be better if Tian Ding returned to Qi. If the Chu Kingdom was in chaos, they would not care about Tian Ding. If Tian Ding If Ding goes to the Chu State, once the chaos in the Chu State is 'affected', Tian Ding's safety will become a problem.
This danger may come from Chu State, or it may come from Qin State! ! !
For the Qi State, if Tian Ding had three advantages and two disadvantages in the Chu State during the turmoil of the Chu State, even the King of Qi could not say anything about the King of Qin.
Lin Anshun and Xunzhou, who knew this, looked at each other with solemn eyes.
Even Tian Xian, who had been staying in Chu State, knew that Bai Yan's words were definitely not lies.
"Thank you, General Bai, for reminding me. This time Tian Ding comes with his daughter, so naturally he will not go to a turbulent place!"
Tian Ding looked straight at the young man for a long time. Seeing that the young man did not look threatening, he said softly.
Tian Ding could feel that the young man's words just now were really reminding him, rather than warning or threatening him, and the reason may be Yan'er.
Think of this.
Tian Ding turned his head and glanced at his beloved daughter.
Not only Tian Ding, but also Tian Xian turned to look at Tian Feiyan.
Tian Feiyan may have expected it, and at some point, he lowered his head and looked at the bamboo slips, but his red ears under his long hair still revealed his instability.
"This time, I hope General Bai will inform King Qin on behalf of Tian Ding that many trivial matters in Qi are waiting for Tian Ding to deal with. Tian Ding is going back to Qi now!"
Tian Ding looked at Bai Yan and said softly.
.........
Xianyang Palace.
As the day passed, Bai Yan and Ying Zheng stayed in the palace study until dark until the affairs of Liang Shi were settled, and then Bai Yan and Ying Zheng rested.
Seeing Princess Mi coming to Ying Zheng thoughtfully, bringing supplements to Ying Zheng, and then rubbing Ying Zheng's shoulders, Bai Yan took this opportunity to tell Ying Zheng everything about her visit to Tian Ding Mansion yesterday. There is nothing hidden, not even the reminder behind it.
"He is in a hurry to leave!"
Ying Zheng smiled slightly while enjoying the service of his beloved concubine.
Princess Mi also looked at Bai Yan. As the most beloved concubine of Ying Zheng in the palace, Princess Mi relied on more than just the identity of Fusu's mother. Although the young master Fusu was already twelve or thirteen years old, Princess Mi had just At such an attractive age, coupled with the natural tenderness of Chu girls, it was no coincidence that she was favored by Ying Zheng.
"Your Majesty, in my opinion, now that the King of Chu has died suddenly, there will be chaos in the temples of the Chu Kingdom. Many Chu princes and relatives of the Chu royal family will compete for the throne. Even the other noble families of the Chu Kingdom will have no time to care about others. It is not impossible for Tian Ding to leave Xianyang now. After all, the assassin incident has had some impact on Xianyang, so it would be nice to end it as soon as possible!"
Bai Yan raised his hands to Ying Zheng and said.
"I understand the worries in your heart!"
Ying Zheng couldn't help but laugh when he heard Bai Yan talking openly and honestly to Tian Ding. Ying Zheng was naturally aware of Bai Yan's worries. He was just worried that the longer Tian Ding stayed in Xianyang, he would be in danger of being exposed. Bai Yan's My relatives are all in Qi State.
Not only was Ying Zheng not disgusted with Bai Yan's little thoughts, he actually liked them very much.
Bai Yanyue attaches great importance to his relatives, which is an extremely good thing for Ying Zheng.
"I thought you wanted to take this opportunity to keep his daughter!"
Ying Zheng closed his eyes and enjoyed the slow massage of his concubine's delicate hands on his head.
When Bai Yan heard Ying Zheng's words, he suddenly looked at Ying Zheng in astonishment. Fortunately, Ying Zheng had already closed his eyes.
When Bai Yan confessed to Ying Zheng about Tian Feiyan, Ying Zheng naturally knew why he was kicked out of Qi by Tian Ding.
But Bai Yan could swear that from beginning to end, he had no intention of forcing Tian Feiyan to stay in Xianyang.
"Back to the king, rather than being greedy for the moment, Bai Yan is more looking forward to my king conquering all the countries in the world and unifying the world!"
Bai Yan said to Ying Zheng.
After listening to Bai Yan's words, Ying Zheng opened his eyes, looked at Bai Yan, and couldn't help but laugh.
"Can!"
As Ying Zheng spoke, he then asked Bai Yan to go to the wooden frame and take out the bamboo slips from Yanmen in Zhao Di.
Bai Yan followed Ying Zheng's instructions, went to get the bamboo slips, and then came to Ying Zheng's side again.
"This is the news that was sent to the palace shortly after you left yesterday. Take a look!"
Ying Zheng said.
"promise!"
Bai Yan said with cupped hands, then opened the bamboo slip and saw the message written by Old General Yang.
"Have you been investigating Guo Zong before?"
Ying Zheng asked softly.
Upon hearing this, Bai Yan put away the bamboo slips, looked at Princess Mi and then looked at Ying Zheng.
"Yes! Earlier in Yanmen, Bai Yan suddenly received news that Guo Zong had been sending iron ore to the Xiongnu and Donghu, and even directly made stirrups and horseshoe nails and sent them to the nomadic tribes in the north. His intention was, It is very likely that he wanted to take the opportunity to help the restoration of Zhao State in the future. At first, Bai Yan thought it was a lie, but after investigation, he found..."
Bai Yan looked at Ying Zheng and did not tell the results of the investigation, but whether he said it or not, Ying Zheng could tell without being stupid that Guo Zong was indeed behind his back, sending stirrups and horseshoes to the nomadic tribes in the north. nail.
At the moment, Bai Yan looked at Ying Zheng, not sure what agreement Ying Zheng and Guo Zong had reached in private.
"Guo Zong!"
Ying Zheng said softly, looking at Bai Yan who was hesitating in front of him, not knowing what Bai Yan was thinking.
Ying Zheng had no doubts about the contents of the bamboo slips. Bai Yan had just experienced the robbery and selling of Yanmen in Yanmen, and Yanmen had not settled down yet. Bai Yan alone could not find out where Guo was from, nor could he find out who Guo was. Even with such detailed information.
"Yang Duanhe wants you to return to Yanmen!"
Ying Zheng said, looking at Bai Yan in front of him, remembering Yang Duanhe's mention of Yanmen in his letter.
Yang Duanhe was not lying. Not to mention the thousands of elites under Bai Yan's command, even in Yanmen, there were tens of thousands of side riders. Guo Zong's small actions behind him had already firmly threatened Yanmen, Yishui, Even the safety of the entire old land of Zhao State.
Sending others to Yanmen now is really not as good as asking Bai Yan to return to Yanmen. After all, Bai Yan was in Yanmen before, not only stabilizing Zhao Bianqi, but also frightening the nomadic tribes in the north.
Even if you want to move Guo Zong, you have to have Bai Yan in Yanmen. Guo Zong's back-up force must be the nomadic tribes in the north!
