As the monarch of a country, was it against the rules to go to another country's territory?
Of course!
Moreover, it was a sensational act.
Normally, if the two Monarch kings wanted to meet, they would build a platform on the border between the two countries.
The central axis of the platform was the border between the two countries. The two Monarch kings were still within their own territory.
Of course, there was another situation, which was a state visit. The monarch of one country would enter another country.
When Emperor Jiang Li was on the throne, many princes and even Monarch visited the Great Qian Kingdom.
But after Jiang Li's death, the atmosphere changed.
Not to mention that kings rarely visited each other, even princes and princes rarely visited other countries.
Ning Yuanxian was practicing calligraphy.
And he was practicing calligraphy angrily.
This was because Shen Lang's words had also reached his ears.
The Monarch's calligraphy is not bad, but it's not elegant enough. One day, I will teach him a new style of calligraphy. It will definitely be elegant.
This time, Ning Yuanxian was indignant.
You brat, you are boasting shamelessly.
I admit that Shen Lang's poetry is unparalleled.
But in terms of calligraphy, how can you compare to me?
Ning Yuanxian's calligraphy is definitely top-notch. I'm afraid there is no calligraphy in this world more elegant than mine. You, Shen Lang, are still wet behind the ears. What do you know?
After writing this piece of calligraphy, Ning Yuanxian felt that it was getting better and better.
He wanted to grab Shen Lang and make him open his eyes to see it clearly.
Then, he took out Shen Lang's calligraphy and said disdainfully, "Shen Lang's calligraphy is too frivolous. It's not worth mentioning at all. I don't know where he gets the confidence to comment on my calligraphy. He's really boasting shamelessly. He doesn't know his place at all."
Eunuch Li Sun didn't say anything. Since the Monarch was in a good mood, he didn't have to flatter him.
In Li Sun's opinion, the Monarch's calligraphy was better than Shen Lang's.
But they couldn't be considered calligraphy masters. At most, they were good-looking.
The Monarch's words were extremely noble, as if he wanted to carve every word.
On the other hand, Shen Lang's handwriting was completely insane. When he was patient, his handwriting was even more exquisite than a Monarch. When he was impatient, his handwriting could not even be called wild cursive. Out of every ten words, he had to guess half of them. It was just like scribbling.
In short, the calligraphy skills of the father and son were about the same. Neither of them could reach the next level!
Of course, no one dared to tell the truth. They all praised the calligraphy of the Monarch to the heavens. This made Ning Yuanxian feel complacent. He really felt that he was a master of calligraphy at that time, so he especially liked to give calligraphy to others.
For your mother's birthday, I will bestow you a piece of calligraphy.
Your heir is getting married? I shall bestow upon you a piece of calligraphy.
Your family has only had one son for three generations, and now you have a grandson? Come, come, come, I will bestow you a piece of calligraphy.
How much did the Monarch dote on his subjects? Not necessarily. He just felt that his handwriting was good and liked to show off.
Those who received the calligraphy happily hung it up. After all, it represented the favor of the Monarch.
However, some old officials who were pillars of the country were very helpless. For example, the Prime Minister of the Secretariat, Lord Zhu. He was a master of calligraphy and had extremely high attainments.
Moreover, the Monarch had deep feelings for him. No matter what his family did, he would bestow calligraphy.
If the Monarch gave you a piece of calligraphy, you should hang it up. Otherwise, you would be looking down on the emperor.
Therefore, the entire hall was densely packed with the calligraphy of the Monarch, Ning Yuanxian. There were dozens of them.
At first glance, people would think that Zhu Xiang's appreciation of calligraphy was so low. Why was the entire hall filled with such beautiful calligraphy?
However, the Monarch still felt good about himself. He often went to the Zhu Family's hall to admire his own calligraphy. He even said that calligraphy was obtained by chance. There were many good calligraphy that he could not write anymore. If he wanted to see it, he could only come to the Zhu Family. It was really too good for the Zhu Family.
Zhu Xiang was very helpless. He actually wanted to say, "Your Majesty, since you like it so much, just take it all back."
Of course, he could only say this in his heart.
Zhu Xiang had deep feelings for Ning Yuanxian. Ning Yuanxian was not only his student, but also his son-in-law. He had watched him grow up. On one hand, he was his emperor. On the other hand, he was like a nephew and a hope.
Every time he saw Ning Yuanxian being so narcissistic, Zhu Xiang felt helpless and amused.
"Send this piece of calligraphy to Shen Lang as well. Slap his face," Ning Yuanxian said.
"Yes, Your Majesty!" Eunuch Li Sun said helplessly.
At this moment, Eunuch Xiao Li rushed in and said with a trembling voice, "Your Majesty, King Wu is here."
King Yue Ning Yuanxian was stunned. He thought he had heard wrong.
How could this person not follow the rules? Even if the emperor wanted to visit, he would first send a delegation to receive them. Then, the emperor would invite them and choose an auspicious day to visit.
You, Wu Qi, came here just like that?
Do you think you are visiting the market?
However, Ning Yuanxian was very happy and even surprised. This was a great diplomatic victory.
Under normal circumstances, it was the Lower Monarch who visited the Upper State.
After the Yanzhou Incident 20 years ago, the Wu State was defeated. However, the old King of Wu did not take the initiative to visit the State of Yue. He still built a high platform at the border and the two kings negotiated.
The result of the negotiations was, of course, humiliating to the Wu State.
The Wu Kingdom ceded nine counties to the Wu Kingdom.
Overjoyed, Ning Yuanxian instinctively wanted to summon all the officials in the palace. He even gathered tens of thousands of soldiers to show his strength to King Wu and to witness this glorious diplomatic victory.
… …
The young King Wu was prepared to be humiliated.
Ning Yuanxian's vanity was well known. The failure of the border hunt had made him lose face.
Now that the State of Yue had won a great victory, and King Wu needed Ning Yuanxian's help, he naturally let Ning Yuanxian do whatever he wanted.
Wu Qi came to see the King of Yue with the mentality of enduring hardships.
Since Ning Yuanxian loved his face and was very vain, King Wu might as well be satisfied.
I, the King of a country, have come to compromise with you. Ning Yuanxian, don't push your luck.
The young King Wu had already decided that he was willing to do anything to humiliate the Dragon King.
For example, being ridiculed by tens of thousands of people from the State of Yue.
Or personally beating the drum for the King of Yue.
Or personally pouring wine and tea for the King of Yue.
Wu Qi could lower his posture to the lowest.
But when it came to negotiations, he would not give in.
Compensation was fine, but it could not exceed 500,000 gold coins.
Ceding land was out of the question, not even half a county.
Wu Qi had already decided that if Ning Yuanxian did not agree, he would stay in the King of Yue's palace.
He could stay for a few months.
Anyway, he was the King of a country. You can't chase me away, right?
But after entering the King of Yue's palace, everything was different from what King Wu had imagined.
In a hurry, King Ning Yuanxian's welcoming ceremony was solemn, but there was no intention of bullying him.
Hundreds of ceremonial troops, a dozen important ministers, and King Ning Yuanxian came out to welcome him in person, without any intention of humiliating him.
After a little shock, King Wu hurried forward and bowed, saying, "Nephew Wu Qi greets the King of Yue."
But before he bowed, he was immediately stopped by Ning Yuanxian.
"King Wu, you can't do that. Although you are younger than me in terms of seniority, we are both Kings of a country. We can only treat each other as equals," Ning Yuanxian said, "It's funny that King Wu's name is the same as my uncle's."
King Wu's name was Wu Qi, and Ning Yuanxian's uncle was Ning Qi.
King Wu immediately bowed again, saying, "Wu Qi greets Brother Wang."
Ning Yuanxian said, "Good. My brother is really heroic. Two days ago, I sent an envoy to invite you to visit the State of Yue. I'm overjoyed to see you here today. How was the journey?"
King Wu said, "I just received Brother Wang's invitation. I'm really looking forward to meeting Brother Wang again. Thank you for your concern, Brother Wang. The journey was smooth."
Damn, when did Ning Yuanxian invite Wu Qi?
And listening to their conversation, it seemed that King Wu had come from far away.
In fact, it was only a dozen miles. Didn't he know whether the journey was smooth or not?
King Yue said, "Brother Wang, you are a guest. After you!"
King Wu took a step back and said, "You are Brother Wang, of course, after you."
The two kept modestly declining. Finally, King Yue took King Wu's arm and said, "In that case, let's go together!"
Then, the two Kings entered the palace!
… …
Next, King Yue held a welcome banquet for King Wu.
The two only talked about poetry and didn't talk about national affairs.
King Wu praised Shen Lang's talent in poetry several times, while King Yue belittled Shen Lang several times.
It was like two parents chatting.
Parent A praised Parent B's son with all his might, saying, "Your son is really great, he is the top student in the class."
Parent B belittled him, saying, "No, no, no, he only scored 98 points. I don't know how he lost the other two points. What a pig brain!"
All in all, the guests enjoyed the banquet.
Then, the two parties changed to another palace and changed into solemn clothes that were not for the court.
The negotiation officially began.
There were only two people on Ning Yuanxian's side, and Wu Qi's side also only brought two people.
King Wu was silent for a moment and said, "Brother Wang, how can Bian Xiao retreat?"
It was very straightforward.
Ning Yuanxian said, "What can King Wu offer?"
King Wu said, "A public apology. From now on, the State of Yue will be the older brother, and the State of Wu will be the younger brother. The war reparations will be 200,000 gold coins."
Ning Yuanxian didn't say anything, but the State of Yue's Minister of Rites sneered.
Ridiculous. You can even make such an offer?
King Wu, you plotted to seize the State of Yue's Leizhou Archipelago and sent 30,000 troops to attack Raging Tide City without a declaration of war.
Not only that, you personally led 30,000 troops south to Shangye City, looking as if you wanted to fight a decisive battle with my country. You forced His Majesty to personally lead the troops.
It is only because the State of Yue is strong and blessed by the heavens that we would have been annihilated this time.
If the State of Yue had lost this time, you, King Wu, would have demanded an exorbitant price. Not only would you have wanted us to admit that the Leizhou Archipelago belonged to you, you would have ceded at least five counties.
Now that the State of Wu has lost, you are only willing to pay 200,000 gold coins?
Ridiculous. Is there such a cheap deal in this world?
Dream on!
The State of Yue's Minister of Rites laughed and was about to start.
But Ning Yuanxian raised his hand.
"King Wu, I don't want you to pay compensation, nor do I want you to cede land. Bian Xiao can withdraw his troops," Ning Yuanxian said.
King Wu was stunned. "Then what does Brother Wang want?"
Ning Yuanxian said, "An alliance. From now on, the State of Wu and the State of Yue will be sworn brothers. No one is the elder brother. We are all equal."
King Wu was shocked.
He couldn't have imagined such a result.
But he soon understood.
The State of Yue's main enemy was not the State of Wu, but the State of Chu.
After two defeats, the State of Wu was no longer a threat to the State of Yue.
But the State of Chu was still powerful and aggressive.
The current situation could easily form an alliance between the State of Wu and the State of Chu to resist the State of Yue.
Therefore, Ning Yuanxian took the initiative.
He didn't want King Wu to cede land, nor did he want compensation. He only wanted an alliance.
In fact, this alliance might not even be real.
Ning Yuanxian said, "King Wu, I know that you and your father have always regarded the incident in Yan Province as a great humiliation. Every day, you want to take back the land of the Nine Prefectures. Brother, you don't have to wait for revenge. Let's join hands and defeat the State of Chu first. Then you can cede the land of the Nine Prefectures from the State of Chu. "
Then, Ning Yuanxian took out a map and pointed at the territory of the State of Chu. "Brother, which nine prefectures do you want? Circle them on this map.
His words were so forceful as if he had already defeated the State of Chu and was ready to divide the spoils.
King Wu fell silent.
Of course, he knew that the so-called alliance was fake. It was just a political gesture.
As for the division of the State of Chu, it was even more ridiculous.
For the State of Yue, the most important thing now was to quell the chaos in the South Kingdom, govern the Tianxi Province, and recuperate.
The State of Yue needed a peaceful external environment.
That was what they meant by "quit while you're ahead".
The current State of Yue was not in the period of expansion.
Moreover, King Yue's suggestion did provide a possibility for the State of Yue to join hands and attack the State of Chu.
Of course, this goal was still very far away. Who knew how many twists and turns there would be along the way. But at least it was a good start.
When King Yue had the upper hand, he displayed a very lofty attitude. It was as if he wanted to subdue the enemy without a fight.
King Yue needed a peaceful external environment. So did King Wu.
This time, he had experienced such a huge failure and needed to recover the situation.
Moreover, the transition of power between the old and the new might cause some unrest.
If he had won this time, everything would be fine. But he had lost again.
It would indeed take a long time for King Wu to regain his supreme authority.
The State of Yue needed to recuperate. So did Wu.
So, King Wu only thought for a moment before reaching out his hand. "Brother Wang, from now on, the State of Wu and the State of Yue are brothers."
Ning Yuanxian held Wu Qi's hand. "From now on, the State of Wu and the State of Yue will help each other!"
The two kings were really swift and decisive.
Soon, the treaty was signed.
Of course, when King Wu saw the cover of the treaty, he cursed in his heart.
Because the treaty was in the light and in the dark.
On the surface, the treaty was that the State of Wu and the State of Yue would become brothers.
The one in the dark was called the Secret Treaty of Wu and Yue against Chu.
King Wu thought about it. Although it was a secret treaty, as long as it was signed within a month, it would definitely be spread all over the world.
Sigh, I'll just sign it.
King Wu felt helpless for a moment. Then, he signed the so-called Secret Treaty of Wu and Yue against Chu.
This kind of thing had happened many times on Earth.
For example, during World War II, Germany and the Soviet Union even signed a secret treaty. In the end, they still ended up fighting each other.
The next day!
The State of Wu and the State of Yue built a high platform on the border. In front of all the civil and military officials and tens of thousands of soldiers, the two Monarch signed the Wu-Yue Treaty of Alliance.
The State of Wu and the State of Yue officially formed an alliance.
The world was shocked!
It was too unexpected and too sudden.
Didn't you guys fight each other to the death before? Now, it was as if you guys were wearing the same pants. You guys changed your attitude too quickly.
Before the envoy of the State of Chu arrived at the State of Yue, he received the announcement from the two countries. He almost vomited blood.
Half of the delegation returned to the State of Chu to ask for the King's decree. The other half continued to go to the State of Yue.
But this time, the future of the envoy was really worrying.
Ning Yuanxian acted too quickly.
Originally, the State of Chu wanted to join forces with the State of Wu and ruthlessly cut the State of Yue in diplomacy.
Who knew that Ning Yuanxian would directly cut in.
As the saying goes, what can't be obtained on the battlefield, can't be obtained on the negotiation table.
This time, the State of Chu was definitely in trouble.
… …
On the third night after Shen Lang left the White Night County, he welcomed his first guest.
The Crown Prince of the Wuan Count House, Xue Pan, and there was a stunning little beauty beside him.
The reason why he called her a little beauty was because she looked at most seventeen years old. She was very shy and kept her head down all the time.
Shen Lang looked at Xue Pan.
This person seemed to have changed his face. Looking at Shen Lang, his eyes were full of intimacy, as if the two were old friends who knew each other well.
A few months ago, Xue Li went to the Xuan Wu Mansion to break off the engagement.
Xue Pan followed Yin Yuan to press for the debt, trying to force the Kim family into a dead end.
Not only that, twenty years ago, Jinyu Count borrowed one million gold coins and hired ten thousand troops and a whole fleet to encircle the pirate Chou Tianwei. In the end, the whole fleet was destroyed, bringing disaster to the Kim family.
In terms of hatred with the Kim family, the Xue family was greater than the Su family.
Moreover, the Kim family owed the Xue family a great debt of gratitude. The other party really betrayed them without any reason. It was the most shameless betrayal, almost putting the Kim family to death.
As for the Su family, it wasn't until Mulan broke off the engagement that the two families officially fell out.
But the reason why Shen Lang first sought revenge on the Su family was because of two reasons.
First, it was because Su Jianting sneak attacked the Xuan Wu Mansion and injured his mother-in-law.
Second, it was because the Monarch hated Su Nan.
But the Xue family was different.
Xue Che, the Count of Wu An, was the Monarch's spy and was in charge of intelligence matters.
Yan Nanfei was also a member of the Xue family. Although he was one of the six Grandmasters of the State of Yue and the leader of the South Sea Sword Sect.
However, the South Sea Sword Sect was like a branch of the Black Water Platform.
In addition to the absolute alliance between the Xue family and the Zhong family, as well as the existence of the third prince, Ning Qi, the Xue family didn't seem to be obvious on the surface, but it was actually very powerful and deeply rooted.
The Su family was powerful on the surface, but it was also powerful in reality.
The Xue family kept a low profile, like an iceberg. One could only see a little bit on the surface, and the other 90% was under the water.
Shen Lang must destroy the Xue family.
But in terms of difficulty, it might be more difficult than the Su family.
In the past, Xue Pan was so cold and arrogant in front of the Kim family.
But today, although his face was a little reserved, it was full of smiles.
"Congratulations, brother-in-law, for achieving the Immortal Merit," Xue Pan said.
Shen Lang smiled and returned the greeting, but didn't say anything.
Xue Pan said, "Brother-in-law, you will definitely pass through Lang County on your way to the capital this time, right?"
That was for sure.
At this time, the third prince, Ning Qi, was leading 30,000 troops to guard Lang County. He had originally planned to block the Su Nan rebel army.
But now, there was no need for that. The Su rebel army had been completely destroyed.
Shen Lang nodded.
Xue Pan said, "His Highness the third prince wants to treat you to a meal, and specially sent me to invite you."
Shen Lang said, "Must you go?"
Xue Pan said, "Of course not, it's completely up to you, brother-in-law. It's just that His Highness the third prince is really thirsty for talent."
Last time, when Shen Lang succeeded in his diplomatic mission to the Qiang Kingdom, the third prince had also sent people to rope him in, but his attitude was very perfunctory.
This time, he seemed to be very sincere, sending Xue Pan, a true direct descendant.
Xue Pan said, "Brother-in-law, I know what I did before was dishonorable, but there was no other way. Our Xue clan has to completely obey His Majesty's orders, and do whatever His Majesty wants us to do."
Then twenty years ago, when your Xue clan betrayed my Kim clan, was it also the will of the Monarch?
Xue Pan said, "Of course, I know that it's hard for brother-in-law to let go of my Xue clan, but you can take it slow. There's one thing brother-in-law might need to know. "
Shen Lang said, "Is it about Bitter Head Huan's assassination of my father-in-law?"
Xue Pan said, "Yes, then brother-in-law, do you know what Bitter Head Huan's true identity is?"
Shen Lang said, "I'd like to hear the details."
Xue Pan said, "His name is Zhuo Yichen, and he's Zhuo Zhaoyan's sworn brother, so he's one of the crown prince's men. Assassinating Marquis Jin Zhuo was also the crown prince's will."
Shen Lang said in shock, "There's such a thing?"
Xue Pan said, "It's absolutely true."
Shen Lang said in a trembling voice, "This is too frightening, simply too shocking. Bitter Head Huan is actually one of the crown prince's men, this news is too shocking. The crown prince actually sent someone to assassinate my father-in-law? From now on, he and I cannot live under the same sky. "
Xue Pan said, "Brother-in-law Shen, both of us have a common enemy, why don't we first fight in the same trench?"
Then, Xue Pan said, "I know that my sister Xue Li is immature and has brought great harm to the Kim family, but the marriage between the Xue clan and the Kim family can still continue. Meng Meng, come here."
The stunning little beauty walked over.
"This is my sister Xue Meng, my sister from the first wife, and the apple of my father's eye."
Shen Lang carefully looked at this girl.
In terms of looks and gentleness, this girl in front of him had indeed surpassed Xue Li.
Xue Pan said, "Prince Jin Mucong is brimming with talent, his name is known throughout the State of Yue, and he is a match made in heaven with my sister Xue Meng. How about we marry them?"
Shen Lang looked very moved and said with a smile, "Miss Xue Meng, Jin Mucong is not as handsome as me, are you really willing to marry him?"
These words were really shameless.
Xue Meng said in a low voice, "I've already secretly gone to see Brother Pang, I … I quite like him."
Shen Lang said, "That's great, but I can't make the decision on this matter, I need to report it to my father-in-law and mother-in-law."
Xue Pan said, "Of course, of course. His Royal Highness the Third Prince is waiting for you, when brother-in-law passes through Lang County, you must pay him a visit. "
Shen Lang said, "I'll try my best, try my best!"
Xue Pan said, "Then I'll take my leave."
Shen Lang said, "Brother Xue, take care!"
The beautiful little beauty said, "Brother-in-law Shen Lang, goodbye!"
Shen Lang said gently, "Little Sister Xue Meng, goodbye."
The beautiful little beauty waved at Shen Lang again.
Xue Pan left with his sister.
… … …
The next day, Shen Lang continued his journey!
At night, he booked the entire official resting point.
Previously, although he had booked the entire resting point, the officials there treated him as if he didn't exist, avoiding him like a snake or scorpion. They couldn't afford to offend him, but they could hide from him.
But this time, he didn't pass by a single place, and the local officials all came to flatter him.
Before he even arrived at the resting point, the officials had already come to welcome him dozens of miles in advance. Their eagerness and fawning were simply something that even the prefectural governor couldn't enjoy.
After dinner, Shen Lang returned to his room.
The Sword King, Li Qianqiu, stayed next door. Before Shen Lang entered his room, the Sword King said in a low voice, "There's someone in your room, and it's a woman."
Shen Lang was stunned.
Could it be my darling Mulan?
She knows that I've held it in too long, so she's here to soothe the burning emptiness in my heart?
Shen Lang had held it in for a long time this time, almost a month.
He felt like he was about to explode.
He pushed open the door.
Indeed, there was a woman standing with her back to him.
Her back was enchanting and curvaceous.
"Shen's here? I've been waiting for a long time. "The woman turned around.
It was the Crown Prince's mistress, Zhuo Zhaoyan.
"Xue Pan has already gone to see Shen," Zhuo Zhaoyan said gently. "But I believe that Shen didn't agree to anything."
Shen Lang asked, "Miss Zhuo, what is your purpose in coming here?"
Zhuo Zhaoyan said, "His Highness the Crown Prince admires Shen very much, truly. I know that Shen and the Crown Prince had some misunderstandings before, but misunderstandings can be resolved, right? "
Shen Lang said, "Bitter Joy went to assassinate my father-in-law. Can such a huge misunderstanding be resolved? The Crown Prince views my wife, Jin Mulan, as his exclusive property. Can such a huge misunderstanding be resolved? "
Zhuo Zhaoyan said gently, "Of course!"
Then, she tugged lightly.
The tight-fitting silk skirt fell down. She wore nothing underneath, revealing her snow-white, jade-like body.
Then, her jade arms coiled around him like a snake, and her beautiful face pressed against his. She said softly, "Shen, a moment of spring is worth a thousand pieces of gold. Don't let it go to waste. If there's anything else, we can talk about it later."
… …
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