The boundary between Zhongshan Kingdom and Shannan Kingdom is not clear. It is roughly a line from Kokujo River to Yonabaru. However, this line is less than 40 miles wide from east to west, which can be said to be narrow.
The narrow national border does not affect the survival of the Zhongshan Kingdom, but what is life-threatening is that the capital of the Zhongshan Kingdom is only fifty miles north and south from the capital of the Shannan Kingdom, Dali Castle. As long as Yonabahara is defeated, it can directly threaten the capital. Licheng.
The geographical location is so close, which naturally gave Shang Bazhi the confidence to plot the Zhongshan Kingdom.
What Shang Bazhi thought was that the people of Zhongshan were full of resentment and rebellions. He would take the risk and fight there. It would only take a day or two to capture Shuri Castle. He could win people's hearts in a short time. If things didn't go smoothly, he would have to run away. To reach Dali City, which is only a few dozen miles away, we will arrive in a quick march.
Although Dali City is not Shang Bazhi's territory, it is the base of King Wang Yingzu of the Zhongshan Kingdom. It is impossible for him to refuse to save him, nor to let the Zhongshan Kingdom bully him. It is natural for the soldiers to unite and fight against each other. thing.
But now something happened, and this change was brought about by the hateful Chen Zuyi Pirates.
Shang Bashi had a headache. He retreated from Yonabara and marched in a hurry. He could return to Osato Castle, but he could not return to Sashiki Castle because Sashiki Castle was southeast of Osato Castle. Thirty miles away. At this moment, Wang Yingzu must have also received news that Zuofu Shangcheng was besieged, but Shang Bazhi could conclude that Wang Yingzu would not send troops to relieve Zuofu Shangcheng.
The Shang family is a special existence in Zuofu Shangcheng. Unlike other ministers, who are subordinate to Wang Yingzu, they have substantial control. It is not an exaggeration to say that it is a country in China.
The fact that Wang Yingzu's family can become king is related to the support and military operations of the Shang family, but it does not mean that Wang Yingzu will continue to tolerate the Shang family's detached status in Shannan Kingdom like his father.
Shang Sixiao looked at the decadent Shang Bazhi and smiled to comfort him: "Why do you have to worry? Sashiki Shangcheng is not so easy to be breached by pirates."
Shang Bazhi's eyes showed reluctance: "If it weren't for the intervention of the Chen Zuyi Pirates, we would have chopped off Wu Ning's head by now! Father, have you seen those lost people? They originally expected us to change everything, but If we go back now, they will be so heartbroken, and it hurts to look at those pairs of desperate eyes."
Shang Sixao naturally saw the suffering of the people of Zhongshan Kingdom. These people had been tortured to a state of disgrace by Wu Ning. Many women were half-clothed and hiding in the corners timidly. There was no light in the men's eyes, and they were as black as Fall into the abyss and die silently step by step.
But so what?
Whether the people of Zhongshan are dead or alive, how can they be compared with their own family?
"We have already tried it once, and we have seen through that the power of the Zhongshan Kingdom is just an illusion. After we deal with Chen Zuyi's pirate group, we will look for opportunities to deal with the Zhongshan Kingdom."
Shang Sishao believed that although this military operation did not occupy Shuri City and kill Wu Ning, it had achieved certain expectations and at least proved that Zhongshan Kingdom was vulnerable.
Shang Bazhi looked at the way back and was worried: "We have seen this, but what about the others? If King Wang Yingzu raises his troops and goes north to take Shuri Castle, what should we do?"
Shang Sishao was startled. Shang Bazhi's worry was not unreasonable. You must know that Shuri Castle and Wuning are now a piece of meat on the table, and it depends on who eats it first.
Shang Jia moved his chopsticks first, but didn't pick up the meat. What about Wang Yingzu? Will he just reach out and grab it?
Shang Sixao shook his head. After all, he was not as good as his son. His wisdom was unrivaled in Sanshan Kingdom. Chen Zuyi now just caused him a little trouble, that's all. As for Wang Yingzu, this was a big problem. -trouble.
"If Wang Yingzu really takes action, what will you do?"
Shang Sixao asked.
Shang Bazhi shook hands and said firmly: "If things really come to this point, it means that Wang Yingzu has long forgotten our kindness. In this case, if he takes Shuli City and kills Wuning, we will take Dali City and occupy Shan Southland!”
I'm in a hurry, you do the first grade and I do the fifteenth grade!
Chen Shiliang stood on a hill northwest of Sashiki Shangcheng, looked at Sashiki Shangcheng, and said to Chen Zuyi beside him: "Father, if we capture this city, can we establish a country here?"
Chen Erbao raised his eyebrows, "Establish a country?"
When did Chen Shiliang have such an idea? It's a shame he could figure it out.
Chen Zuyi waved the whip in his hand: "Establishing a country? What are you thinking? The sea is our country. The vast and boundless sea is no better than this small land. Is it a good time to come?"
Chen Shiliang didn't think so. The sea is no one's country, and the King of Nanyang is no longer the king of Nanyang. The sea there has been ruled by the navy of the Ming Dynasty.
If you choose to establish yourself here, wouldn't it be a good thing? You can rule the people here and make money and women while lying down. Isn't it better than the sea coming in the wind and going out in the rain?
Like Wu Ning, you can do whatever you want, no one can do anything to you, and live happily every day, isn't that good?
Chen Erbao glanced at Chen Shiliang. He seemed to have been on the island for too long and had begun to forget the nature of pirates. Pirates, pirates, thieves are behind and the sea is in front. Without the sea, what kind of pirates are they? A thief who still wants to be a king?
Then again, could this be an opportunity?
After Chen Erbao thought about it, Chen Sancai rushed over and reported to Chen Zuyi: "I received the news that Shang Sishao and Shang Bazhi have led troops back to support Zuofu Shangcheng. They are only ten miles away from here."
Chen Zuyi looked at Chen Erbao: "The strategy of surrounding Wei and rescuing Zhao was good. Now Wu Ning should be able to have a peaceful sleep, but isn't it inappropriate for us to make this trip in vain? It's really not right for the brothers to go back before they get any benefits." Inappropriate."
Chen Erbao smiled and immediately advised Chen Zuyi: "Shang Bazhi's withdrawal is a great opportunity for us. In this life, Shuri City has just been freed from the panic and thrilling situation. It would never have been expected that we would launch a sneak attack. If we take Once we get to Shuri Castle, we can take Wu Ning with us and lead us out of Zhongshan Kingdom. At that time, we will have a permanent and safe foothold. There are treasures, stunning beauty, and everything in Shuri City, which is enough to satisfy our brothers."
Chen Zuyi frowned and looked unhappy: "You want us to deal with Wu Ning in turn? Wu Ning is our ally."
Chen Shiliang admired Chen Erbao's idea very much. As long as he acted on this, he would be the real ruler of Zhongshan Kingdom. By then, wouldn't it be like wind and rain?
"Father, I think what Er Bao said is right. Wu Ning is so unpopular, we should replace him. It's good that he is our ally, but wouldn't it be better if we don't kill him and let him absolutely listen to us? Once this happens, we It is entirely possible to build ports elsewhere and build more ships, so that we can return to Nanyang as soon as possible..."
Chen Shiliang quickly advised.
Chen Zuyi thought for a while, rejected Chen Shiliang and Chen Erbao, and said seriously: "No matter how bad Wu Ning is, he is still the orthodox king of Zhongshan Kingdom. Once we intervene, it is likely to make the situation more complicated."
The corner of Chen Shiliang's mouth twitched, "Father, why are you pretending to be pure or orthodox now? You were also a king back then. Others don't know it, so don't I know it?" How many dirty tricks did you use to become king?
Now that people are getting older, they no longer have the ambition to be a king?
If you don't have one, your son still has one. I want to be a king, and I don't want to be a wanderer!
Chen Erbao felt a little pity, glanced at Chen Shiliang, and then said to Chen Zuyi: "If we don't take Shuri Castle, we can only take Sashiki Shangcheng."
Chen Zuyi squinted his eyes: "But this city is not easy to fight. Now that Shang Bazhi has returned with his troops, we don't have many people and we can't win at all."
Chen Erbao smiled and continued: "The boss, I have investigated Shang Bazhi. He has a character that refuses to give up if he cannot be dealt with. Today we are going to take him. Shuri Castle has been 'transferred' back by us, and he will definitely march again in a short period of time to raid Shuri Castle to prevent other security forces from breaking into Shuri Castle first."
Chen Zuyi's eyes widened: "You mean, you want to besiege Wei again to save Zhao?"
Chen Erbao shook his head: "We are not besieging Wei to rescue Zhao, but we are going straight to Zuofu and go to the city. Think about it, if we ambush near here and just wait for Shang Bazhi to lead his troops to leave, the city's defense will not be very tight in a short time. We only need to find At the right opportunity, we can attack in. Without the main force, how can Sashiki Shangcheng be the opponent of the master?"
Chen Zuyi thought about it, agreed with Chen Erbao's analysis, reserved a group of pirates nearby to watch Sashiki Shangcheng day and night, and then led the main force back to the sea.
The boat is big and the waves are small.
Chen Erbao pushed open the door of Chen Shiliang's room and held a pot of wine: "The young master seems unhappy. I found a pot of wine on the boat to try?"
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When Chen Shiliang saw that it was Chen Erbao, he was not very wary. After getting along with him for the past two years, it was enough to see that this man was loyal and had many ideas. He dared to go through life and death, negotiated with the Japanese King Ashikaga Yoshimitsu, built large ships, communicated with Wu Ning, and obtained intelligence about the Ming Dynasty. , all thanks to Chen Erbao.
"Hey, my father always wanted to return to the sea and find Zheng He to fight to the death to win back the dignity he lost back then. But you also know that the Ming Dynasty Navy is no longer something we can compete with. They have begun to equip a large number of firearms and will not wait for us. If we get close, they will send us to the sea to feed the fish. How wonderful it is here. As long as we occupy Shuri Castle, we will be the king of Zhongshan Kingdom!"
Chen Shiliang began to complain.
When Chen Erbao saw that the wine glass was empty, he filled it with wine: "The boss is right. We pirates should find our dignity wherever we lose it. Zheng He is not easy to find, but the Penghu Islands are still easy to find. I I heard that there is a naval branch there..."
Chen Shiliang drank a glass of wine and looked at Chen Erbao with sharp eyes: "Stop trying to beat around the bush for me. Just tell me directly. I want to be a king. Can you help me?"
Chen Erbao hesitated for a moment, looked at the closed door, and said in Chen Shiliang's ear: "Young Master, it is my duty to help you, but our words don't count. You are the Young Master, not the first Master... "
