King Chu was not the only one in the study, Han Gao was also standing next to his subordinate.
In this case, Chen Ba knew in his heart that he was probably impeached by the traitor.
He immediately felt a sense of sadness, knelt on the ground and said: "Your Majesty, my minister, I have received the king's favor in this life, but I have nothing to repay. My heart is only in Chu. If I have other intentions, how can I go to Chu State to be so impregnable..."
"Actually, I have long been prepared to sacrifice my life for my country, but I will never suffer this injustice. Otherwise, why would I have faced the late king and my ancestors -"
His voice was sad and true, and the King of Chu was also a little moved. He just moved the corners of his mouth and wanted to reach out to ask him to stand up and speak, but Han Gao said in a strange way: "General Chen, you keep saying that you have no dissent, then why do you keep talking to Qin again and again?" For things like this, shouldn’t we report it to the royal court after the first time?”
Hearing this, King Chu frowned slightly again, retracted the hand he was about to extend, and stared at Chen Ba closely.
"This." Chen Ba explained with an anxious face: "Wei Chen didn't think too much at the time. He just thought that rejecting the Qin envoy was enough. It was important to prepare for the war, so he didn't report it. Please let me know."
"Absurd." Han Gao continued to challenge: "When two countries are at war, it is so important for the envoys to meet. How can you, a mere guard general, take the initiative? Now you are perfunctory and prevaricating. Do you really think that my king is easy to bully!"
"Your Majesty!" Chen Ba became more anxious and wanted to continue to defend, but at this moment, Jiang Gu from the Black Flag Battalion stepped in, bowed his hands and said: "Your Majesty, General Mao Yi asked to see him, saying that he has an urgent military situation."
"Oh?" King Chu paused and then said: "Let him come in."
"Yes." Jiang Gu bowed and retreated.
Not long after, Mao Yi walked in quickly, knelt down and saluted first, then took out two letters from his arms, held them up respectfully and said: "Your Majesty, these are the two letters that have just been delivered to the military camp. I am afraid that something will happen to me." The stakes are high, so I came here to ask for an audience.”
"Send it up."
Han Gao understood, stepped forward to take the letter, and respectfully placed it in Wang's case.
The letters were sealed. King Chu opened the first one. Not long after reading it, his brows furrowed deeply and he glanced at Chen Ba coldly.
There was no big problem in the first letter, but it looked like Qin Wang Xiao Yuan was discussing something with Chen Ba, but they could never reach a consensus.
When he opened the second letter and read it, King Chu's face was filled with anger.
The content is as follows:
I met with General Chen Ba. After discussion the day before yesterday, I thought about it again and again and decided to adopt the general's advice. At midnight tonight, a fire will be raised at the south gate as a signal. After the event is completed, the general will be awarded the title of Marquis...
After reading it, King Chu couldn't bear it any longer. With a bang, he stood up from the table, crumpled the letter into a ball, threw it to the ground angrily, and said sternly: "Chen Ba! As of now, You still want to deceive me! If these two secret letters hadn’t been intercepted, wouldn’t the Qin army have arrived at the palace tonight!?”
ah! ? Hearing this, Chen Ba was shocked and said in a trembling voice: "Your Majesty, these two secret letters are unknown to me at all. This must be King Qin's treacherous plan!"
"How dare you quibble in front of the facts! I asked why the Qin army has been besieging but not attacking. It turns out that you have been conspiring with the King of Qin! You want to give up my country of Chu to others! In exchange for your position as a marquis!"
"Your Majesty, please listen to Wei Chen's explanation..."
"Traitor!!" At this time, the King of Chu was already blinded by anger. With the impeachment of Han Gao and other important ministers, he could not tolerate Chen Ba's defense. After scolding him, he said sharply: "Here comes the general! This thief will be put on death row! He will be executed on another day!"
"No!" Jiang Gu responded with his fists clasped and immediately started to move.
While being dragged down, Chen Ba naturally shouted loudly: "Your Majesty! We are wronged! We are wronged -"
But King Chu could not stop his anger, and his chest was still heaving violently.
The cry gradually faded away until it disappeared.
Han Gao couldn't help but look at each other and Mao Yi, then he bowed his hands and said: "Your Majesty, the traitor is disgusting. He surrendered to the enemy and treason. If General Mao Yi hadn't discovered the secret message, the consequences would have been disastrous."
The King of Chu took a deep breath and calmed down a little, then sat back in his seat and said with fear: "What Ai Qing said is true. It is unreasonable for me to trust Chen Ba so much and entrust him with such a heavy responsibility, but he actually did this." Such a traitorous act to seek glory! If it had not been discovered in time, the south gate would have welcomed the Qin army in tonight!"
"Alas." Han Gao pretended to sigh and said quietly: "Fortunately, Chen Ba is the only one who is a traitor. Our other generals are all loyal, such as Mao Yi. He has been fighting for many years and has been self-denying and diligent. He can be said to be my He is one of the few good generals in Da Chu."
Hearing what he said, King Chu couldn't help but look at Mao Yi.
The latter quickly saluted, bowed his head slightly, and his attitude was very respectful.
"Yes." King Chu nodded, seeming to be very optimistic about Mao Yi, and said: "Ai Qing is right. I still remember General Mao Yi's military exploits. He defeated the enemy several times. Today, Chen Ba came out. With such a scum, our Chu army will have to rely on General Mao Yi to command the battle."
When the latter heard this, he was suddenly very excited. He knelt on the ground and said in a trembling voice: "I am so scared that I will not live up to the king's trust. Even if I fight to the death of one soldier, I will never let the Qin army set foot in Chuzhou." step!"
"Okay!" The King of Chu was slightly pleased. After he calmed down, he looked at Han Gao and said: "Master Han, our country is currently in crisis. It is the time for your loyal ministers to serve. From tomorrow on, you will also go In the army, on behalf of my king, I will supervise the three armies, help General Mao Yi, and jointly resist the powerful enemy!"
"Ah? This..." Han Gao showed a troubled expression on his face and said hesitantly: "Your Majesty, I am a civil servant who does not understand military affairs. I am afraid... I may not be qualified for the job."
"Oh, my dear." King Chu said earnestly: "When the country is in crisis, do you still have to stand by and watch? It's up to you to supervise the army, so that I can feel at ease!"
"This, the king has such trust, how dare I not do my duty with all my heart, even if my body is shattered, I will still be with my family and country." Han Gao said smoothly.
"Okay, okay, I will leave it to my two beloved queens to defend Chuzhou."
In this study room discussion, the King of Chu punished Chen Ba, the only one who refused to surrender, but put all his trust in Han Gao and Mao Yi. Little did he know that these two people were the real traitors.
After leaving the palace, Han Gao and Mao Yi got on the same carriage. The former could no longer suppress his excitement and said: "The big thing has been accomplished. Don't worry, General Mao. I will definitely speak kindly to you. The King of Qin has also spoken in advance, and he will give you the right advice." The position of third-grade general."
When Mao Yi heard this, he beamed with joy. He quickly raised his hands and said excitedly: "Thank you for the promotion, sir..."
