Chapter 800 Chongming Temple

Chapter 800 Chongming Temple

Chapter 800 Chongming Temple

On March 20th, Shao Xun returned to Pingyang from Xiangling and summoned the Xianbei envoys at Chongming Temple in Ningshu Palace.

This man was about thirty years old, short and stocky, with the same appearance as Jin Zheng. His name was "Baba Rui" and he was a nobleman from the Baba tribe, one of the seven closest tribes to the Tuoba clan.

Led by the guards, they turned several corners and arrived at a terrace.

Chongming Temple is a large waterside pavilion building and also a place for sacrifice. The person being sacrificed is called "Tai Dai".

The temple covers an area of ​​more than ten acres, with pavilions and ponds.

The pavilion is very high, and Liu Cong often climbed to the top floor to overlook the entire palace city, feeling as if he was floating in the air - immortals live on high places.

The pond is not big, only a few acres. In addition to being a landscape, it is also part of the palace's water supply and drainage system. After all, the Fen River has its ups and downs, and rainfall is not necessarily even. The Chongming Pond plays a role in regulating the amount of water.

The flowers and trees by the pond are arranged in an orderly manner, which is very elegant. There is a pavilion on the north side with a fishing platform extending from the edge of the pavilion for people to fish.

At this time, Shao Xun was on the fishing platform, with two gorgeously dressed women kneeling on his left and right.

Before Baba Rui arrived, he saw from afar Shao Xun's left hand being pulled out from a woman's chest.

The woman picked up the tea on the table next to her and handed it to Shao Xun's mouth.

Such a great experience!
Baba Rui lowered his head and quietly followed the official named Wu Li in front of him, and soon arrived at the fishing platform.

Wu Li stepped forward to report, and Shao Xun handed the fishing rod in his right hand to Wang (Wang Shen’s adopted daughter).

Xun Jiangxia on the left tightened her chest slightly, stood up and returned to the pavilion.

She was one of Shao Xun's twelve wives, and her status was much higher than that of Queen Wang.

"Greetings to His Royal Highness the Prince of Liang of the Great Jin Dynasty." After Wu Li's signal, Baba Rui bowed to the ground and said loudly.

No reply.

Baba Rui touched the ground with his head and waited quietly.

"Get up." A voice came from the pavilion. When Baba Rui stood up, he saw King Liang already sitting in the pavilion, looking him up and down.

He also took the opportunity to look at King Liang. His first impression was that if King Liang rode an ordinary horse, it would be like riding a dog, and his body was a bit tall.

"I have heard about what the envoy encountered along the way. It was not easy." Shao Xun said.

Ten people went south together, but only three of them successfully arrived in Xinxing County, and the remaining seven died along the way.

"I have received great kindness from my lord, so I have nothing to fear. The more Qi's lackeys try to stop me, the more it proves that they are afraid." Baba Rui said.

"She can talk." Shao Xun smiled and said, "What is Qi afraid of?"

"I am afraid that loyal and brave men will rise up to march to the palace and restore the prince to the throne." Baba Rui replied.

"Then why are you here?" Shao Xun asked back.

"However, the prince is alone and helpless, and he still hopes for help from the great powers."

"I'm not a good person to talk to. How can we send troops if there is no benefit?"

"The Tuoba clan is originally a vassal of a great country. From now on, we are willing to obey the orders of King Liang and be loyal to him."

"Anyone can say those empty words." Shao Xun shook his head and said, "Helan Aitou has sent an envoy to ask for a replacement for his nephew. What do you think I should do?"

Baba Rui was not panicked.

He knew that King Liang's words in front of him meant that things could still turn around as long as he gave enough benefits.

Furthermore, they had more than one choice: King Liang.

So he said, "Your Majesty, I heard that there is a difference between legitimate and illegitimate children in the Central Plains. Concubine Wang of Dai was born into a noble family, admired the king's culture, studied Han classics since she was young, and was married to the king of Dai. The son she gave birth to is the eldest legitimate son, and he should inherit the throne of the king of Dai. But Yihuai is just a child from a tribe, and he was sent to Helan Aitou when he was young. He is vulgar and violent, which is disgusting."

"Before I came, the princess repeatedly told me that she would teach the prince of Dai carefully, so that he would be grateful to the great country, willing to be a vassal for generations, and never violate the borders."

"If there are bandits on the grassland, there is no need for the great country to issue an order, the vassal will send troops to fight them."

"It's still empty talk." Shao Xun said, "It's more practical to guard the border for the country, but - is it true? I don't believe it."

Baba Rui's face finally froze.

King Liang was really unlike the scholars he had seen in the Central Plains before. Those people were bad, but they pretended to be good. But King Liang was too straightforward. He just asked what was good about you?
"To be honest, I have no interest in the grassland. What does the Tuoba family's fighting have to do with me?" Shao Xun added: "It has been more than ten years since I started the war, and I am tired. Now I have taken over the land of Guandong, and the essence of the world is in my hands. In the future, I only hope that the world will be peaceful and the four seas will be submissive. Fine wine and women are my wish."

After saying that, he waved his hand, hugged Xun into his arms, and sighed with contentment.

Xun couldn't help but blushing and lowered her head.

Baba Rui was somewhat shocked, somewhat confused, and seemed to understand a little.

A warrior like Shao Xun who rose from the bottom of society would inevitably lose his morale and fighting spirit once he began to enjoy wine and women. This was because he had never seen such enjoyment before, and after being exposed to it rashly, he would gradually become addicted to it.

If there is no one with enough weight to persuade him, he may not be able to get up from the woman, such as Liu Bang when he entered Xianyang.

However, Shao Xun should not be this kind of person. He had sent envoys to ask for the return of Yanmen and Dai counties, and he even led people to patrol the border with great ambition.

Could it be that the Jin army suffered heavy casualties in the great battle last year and has lost its courage?
Baba Rui was puzzled and did not dare to look any further. He lowered his head and said, "Wang, have you heard of 'The tree wants to be still but the wind does not stop'?"

"Let's talk about something practical." Shao Xun said impatiently: "What are the benefits of helping Shi Yijian to restore his country?"

Baba Rui sighed secretly and said, "I wish to return Dai County to you."

Shao Xun suddenly laughed and said, "Yihuai is willing to return Yanmen and Daijun, why shouldn't I support him?" Baba Rui was a little surprised. He immediately raised his head and secretly looked at Shao Xun's face.

He was not sure whether Tuoba Yihuai had sent an envoy to the south. That was too fast, wasn't it? Helan Aitou was so decisive? It couldn't be possible?
But looking at the King of Liang's expression, he didn't seem to be joking, so perhaps he had agreed to it in private.

The cession of Dai County and the migration of Wuhuan to Shengle for farming and grazing were the limits that the princess and the ministers could agree to. If Yanmen County was also given, Xinping City would be in danger. If Xinping City was not protected, Pingcheng would face the enemy directly.

Helan Aitou and Tuoba Yihuai, uncle and nephew, are really crazy. They dare to agree to this.

Of course, this wasn't necessarily true, and it was possible that the King of Liang was just deceiving him. But no matter what, Baba Rui felt a little nervous, as if things weren't going well.

"If the envoy cannot make a decision, you can go back home and come back after discussing it." Shao Xun waved his hand and said, "Go."

"Messenger, please." Without waiting for Baba Rui to say anything else, Wu Li stretched out his hand and urged.

Baba Rui had no choice but to bow and leave.

After making many twists and turns, we finally got out of Chongming Temple.

At this time, he saw several "cheaters".

The other party also noticed him, his face suddenly darkened and he snorted coldly.

Helanugen!

Baba Rui suddenly became nervous and subconsciously didn't want to move forward, but Wu Li urged him again: "Messenger, please follow me."

Baba Rui had no choice but to follow Wu Li out of the palace.

Helan Nugen's face also looked unhappy. He quietly entered Chongming Temple and paid homage.

Shao Xun motioned for him to stand up and answer.

As an envoy, Helan Nugen has been in Pingyang for several days, but has never had a talk. Today is the first time.

The fact that Helan Nugen was able to successfully reach Pingyang from Yixin Mountain speaks volumes about several things.

First, there was no hindrance when crossing the territories of other tribes, at least no strong hindrance.

Secondly, they came here on their own initiative, so something must have happened that made it extremely urgent for them to go south to seek assistance from the State of Jin.

Third, they were not strong enough, at least they had not won over many tribes, and most people were probably still waiting and watching, that is, they neither joined the Qi family nor stood up for the Helan family.

Based on this judgment, many things will be easier to do.

"The Qi family has sent out troops, right?" Helan Nugen was still organizing his words secretly when Shao Xun suddenly spoke.

Helan Nugen was shocked when he heard this, but he quickly calmed down and said, "Why do you need to test me, Your Majesty? The Qi family has a long history of bad deeds and has always been unpopular. How can they persuade everyone to send troops?"

"Oh? Then why are you in such a hurry to come here?" Shao Xun asked with a smile.

"The King of Dai is a vassal of the Great Jin Dynasty. There is chaos in the country, so we ask the King of Liang for a helping hand." Helan Nugen said.

"What exactly happened?" Shao Xun asked.

"The king should have known about Sheng Le's matter. Qi clan brazenly took action and murdered--"

"That's not what I asked."

"The envoy doesn't know what the king is talking about..." Helan Nugen said with a confused look on his face.

"If you don't tell me, I will find out." Shao Xun snorted coldly and said, "When you come to see me again, I won't have anything good to say."

Helanugen was a little hesitant.

They also learned about that matter from Sheng Le. Once it is officially implemented, it will be impossible to hide it from others, especially when King Liang is keeping a close eye on the State of Dai.

However, after much hesitation, he was still unwilling to speak, and only said: "If the king helps the eldest son of the King of Dai to restore his throne, I am willing to return the two counties of Dai and Guangning, and will always be his vassal."

Guangning was occupied by Tuoba Xianbei last year, and Dai County was given to Tuoba clan by Liu Kun out of generosity to Wang Jun.

These two places were both the Tuoba clan's pastures and the Wuhuan base camp. Guangning County could be called the birthplace of the Tuoba Xianbei because Tuoba Liwei had grazed here for many years.

"Two counties..." Shao Xun smiled and said, "How do I know you won't regret it?"

"After the restoration, the fortifications and cities will be handed over immediately." Helan Nugen said: "I would rather send an envoy as a hostage to establish a permanent alliance."

"Yihuai is not married yet, so who should be sent as a hostage?" Shao Xun asked curiously.

"The second prince Shiyijian is the eldest prince's biological brother. They have an extraordinary brotherly love. I am willing to use Shiyijian as a hostage." Helan Nugen said.

Shao Xun suddenly laughed.

Good fellow! You sent your eldest brother, the eldest son, to the Central Plains as a hostage, and you became the monarch in Shengle. I heard the sound of your calculations in Pingyang.

"The envoy's words are not entirely true." Shao Xun's face fell, and he said, "Besides, how many soldiers and generals does the Helan tribe have? Can they stop the Qi family? No one in business wants to lose money, and the same is true for military and national affairs."

"Your Majesty's intention..." Helanugen said in surprise.

"In a few days, I will send an envoy to accompany you back to Yixinshan. Let me see what the Helan tribe has. I will make plans after I hear your reply." Shao Xun said.

After that, he asked the messenger to return to the inn to rest for a while, and then called the minister in the palace, Cai Cheng, and said, "Ask Yu Mie to come to Chongming Temple."

He was very curious about what changes had taken place in Dai State that caused the Helan tribe to be so anxious?
(End of this chapter)