Time passed slowly!
Just as Wang Chong was quietly waiting for the cold forging of the WuZi Steel weapons to be completed, ten days later, a piece of news from the desolate border shook the entire capital.
Yao Guang Yi! This famous general of the Tang dynasty, known for his schemes and schemes, the third son of 'Old Master Yao', suddenly left the camp when the Baiyue Hu invaded the border. He led his army and mysteriously appeared near the camp of the second son of 'Duke Jiu', Wang Yan!
The strangest thing was that Wang Yan's army, which was supposed to be the closest to the invasion site and was supposed to be guarding the camp, had coincidentally retreated 50 li away from the camp a day before the invasion of the Baiyue Tribe!
Thus, for the first time, such a strange thing happened at the border camp.
The army that was supposed to be guarding the camp was watching the battle from the rear, but the army that wasn't supposed to be guarding the camp replaced Wang Yan and swiftly defeated the invading Hu army!
In the several hundred years since the establishment of the Tang dynasty, such a strange phenomenon had never happened at the border!
Now, as the parties involved in this matter, be it Yao Guang Yi or Wang Yan, they were both silent, treasuring their words like gold. But in the capital, this strange 'attack' had already caused a huge uproar, causing the entire capital to be in an uproar.
Before the Hu could even cause any damage, they were already invaded by the Tang army. From this point of view, the 'attack' was just a trivial matter at the border, not worth mentioning.
But the people in the capital weren't fools. This matter involved 'Old Master Yao's' third son, Yao Guang Yi, and also involved 'Duke Jiu's' descendant, Wang Yan. Furthermore, it was during the intense battle between The King of Song and King Qi, so this matter wasn't as simple as it seemed.
Even a fool would know that if Wang Yan hadn't inexplicably and coincidentally decided to retreat fifty li away half a day before Yao Guang Yi appeared, everything would be completely different.
Thinking about it, Wang Yan and Yao Guang Yi, two great generals of the imperial court, had joined hands to defend against the enemy. Putting aside the truth, just the simple fact that the Yao and Wang clans had joined hands was enough to give the various parties in the capital too many hints and interpretations.
People don't believe what you say, they only believe what they see!
But now, when Yao Guang Yi appeared with his army, Wang Yan took the initiative to avoid arousing suspicion. His army retreated 50 li in advance, away from the battlefield.
This caused the entire incident to turn into a farce of Yao Guang Yi marching a hundred li, acting and directing it himself, replacing Wang Yan to defeat the Hu!
In the capital, even a fool could tell that this was deliberate and plotted against him.
Regardless of what the Yao Clan wanted to do, at least Wang Yan had used his actions to clearly show the Wang Clan's attitude!
Yao Guang Yi, the sly and cunning old fox of the imperial court, had never lost a battle. He had single-handedly instigated the conflict between the Song and Qi factions, and had almost defeated the King of Song. However, this was the first time he had suffered a defeat at the border, in the field he was most proficient in!
Furthermore, it was done in an extremely clumsy manner, making everyone laugh at her.
"Hahaha, that's great!"
When the news reached The King of Song's mansion, The King of Song slammed his palm on the table, knocking the letter into his palm. The worries and frustrations of the past few days were swept away.
At this moment, The King of Song felt unprecedentedly relaxed.
"Wang Zhengzhi, I didn't misjudge you! I didn't misjudge the Wang Clan! As long as I have the Wang Clan and Duke Jiu's support, even if everyone were to leave and betray me, what do I have to fear?! "
The King of Song sat in the main hall, beaming with joy. In the past half a month, this was the best news he had heard.
Wang Yan had used his own method to show the Wang Clan's attitude. At this moment, the final bit of doubt in The King of Song's heart was dispelled.
"Hehe, Your Highness, I said that Wang Yan wouldn't betray you. Am I right? "
Below the main hall, Lu Ting, dressed in a green robe, looked at The King of Song with a faint smile on his face.
"Hahaha, Academic Lu, you can say whatever you want on this matter!"
The King of Song pressed his hands on the armrests and stood up from his throne.
"I just want to know what King Qi thinks of this matter. That bastard! I nearly fell for his trap! "
Thinking back to everything that had happened, the King of Song felt a lingering fear in his heart. King Qi and Yao Guang Yi had poached too many people from his side. At the worst, he couldn't even eat. Everyone was suspicious of him.
After standing in the Imperial Court for so many years, King Song was well aware of what the people at his side would think if they felt that they were being doubted and doubted.
In the end, it wouldn't be an exaggeration to say that he would be deserted by his own people.
He was only half a step away from this step. Thankfully, Wang Yan woke him up at the last step. As long as Wang Yan and the entire Wang Clan supported him, he wouldn't have lost too badly. He would still have a chance to turn the tables.
King Qi's side had completely failed!
The King of Song thought as he turned to look at the old butler behind him. Even though the old butler's expression was cold and inflexible, he quickly understood his master's thoughts.
"Your Highness, I admit that I was wrong on this matter. I was overly suspicious and wronged the Wang Clan. If possible, I am willing to head over and personally apologize to General Wang! "
The old butler said calmly.
Back then, he was the one who invited Wang Yan to the King of Song residence. It was also the one who advised The King of Song to be wary of others when he trusted Wang Yan.
Reality had proven that Yao Guang Yi and King Qi were the ones who framed the Wang Clan. Wang Yan was completely trustworthy.
Even though he was in the wrong, the old butler didn't feel depressed. Instead, he felt happy for the King of Song.
"Hehe, what do you think I am doing? I was the one who planned this matter, so what has it got to do with you? You won't be looking for Wang Yan. When it's Duke Jiu's birthday, I'll personally apologize to him and explain this matter. "
The King of Song waved his hands.
Wang Yan knew that he had to retreat fifty li. This meant that the Wang Clan wasn't a fool on this matter. At the very least, they could sense his suspicions.
The King of Song wasn't an irresponsible person. A mistake was a mistake, and he wouldn't blame the people around him.
"Hehe, Your Highness, don't worry. Duke Jiu won't mind. When the time comes, I will accompany Your Highness. "
Upon seeing this sight, Lu Ting clapped his hands and chuckled. This was the The King of Song he knew. Even though he would be blinded by other matters, he would always recognize his mistakes quickly. Furthermore, he never lacked the courage and determination to admit his mistakes!
Given his esteemed identity as a member of the royal family, this was a rare trait. This was also the reason why he was so loyal to the The King of Song.
"However, Your Highness, don't you find something strange?"
Lu Ting suddenly smiled.
"Wang Yan has always been an upright and straightforward person. How did he know that Yao Guang Yi would lead his troops near his encampment? Furthermore, how could he predict the enemy's movements and retreat fifty li? This doesn't seem like something he would do! "
"If Wang Yan had always been this straightforward, Yao Guang Yi wouldn't have chosen to make a move on him back then. Then, he wouldn't have suffered such a huge setback at the borders and become a laughing stock. "
"You mean …"
The King of Song's body trembled. After being reminded by Lu Ting, he revealed a contemplative expression for the first time. Previously, he was too focused on rejoicing that he didn't ponder over the various oddities in this matter.
Indeed! This wasn't the first day that he and Lu Ting knew Wang Yan. He was well aware of Wang Yan's character.
This time, Yao Guang Yi made a fool of himself and made a fool of himself. This was indeed unlike Wang Yan's usual style.
"Could this be Duke Jiu's idea?"
The King of Song thought about it and could only think of the esteemed Old Master of the Wang Clan. If this wasn't Wang Yan's idea, then it could only be the Old Master of the Wang Clan guiding him.
Thinking about it, only the Old Master of the Wang Clan had the capability to guide him!
"Hehe, Duke Jiu has stood in the royal court for decades. Now that he has retired, he has been summoned to the Four Quarters Embassy to be interrogated by His Majesty. I do hope that it's him. However, scheming and scheming have never been Duke Jiu's forte. Besides, the Holy Emperor is far away. No matter how formidable the Old Master is, he spends his days in the Four Quarters Embassy. How could he have foreseen that Yao Guang Yi would appear in Wang Yan's territory? "
Lu Ting said.
"It's not the Old Master?"
The King of Song frowned. He thought that he had already guessed the answer. He didn't expect Lu Ting to refute it completely. But if it wasn't the Old Master, who could it be?
Yao Guang Yi wasn't a weakling. To be able to match up to him in terms of intelligence and make him suffer such a huge loss without making a sound, this wasn't something that just anyone could do.
In the entire Wang Clan, there was no one who fulfilled this criteria.
Duke Jiu's eldest son, Wang Gen, was a Count and was skilled in politics, so there was a possibility. However, he was a civilian and didn't command troops. As such, he knew nothing about military affairs, so it was impossible for him to guide Wang Yan.
His youngest son, Wang Dian, was an instructor at Celestial Dragon Mountain, and he was a brute. Thus, he couldn't help Wang Yan in this aspect. The rest were all Nvliu.
Who was the one guiding Wang Yan from behind the scenes? How could his means be so profound and simple? Just by retreating fifty li, he was able to make Yao Guang Yi's fist land on empty air without making a sound?
This person's eyes were so sharp, and his thoughts and means were so profound. If such a figure were to appear to help him, wouldn't he be like a tiger that had grown wings?
This time, Yao Guang Yi and King Qi's attempt to poach him had caused him to be utterly isolated. This made the King of Song realize that he was lacking such a person by his side.
Even though Lu Ting wasn't bad, he specialized in analysis and lacked strategy. He was still lacking compared to the person who guided Wang Yan.
But, who could it be?
The King of Song racked his brains, but he couldn't come up with an answer.
"Your Highness, have you forgotten that there is actually another person?"
Lu Ting said.
"Who?"
The King of Song raised his head and blurted out.
"Your Highness, have you forgotten that Wang Yan still has a third young master? Didn't Your Highness send him a gift not too long ago?"
Lu Ting smiled, but there was a deep meaning in his eyes.
"Who are you talking about?"
The King of Song was shocked. He finally knew who Lu Ting was talking about:
"Impossible!"
Even if Lu Ting said that it was the enemy of the Yao Clan, the King of Song wouldn't be so shocked. After all, Lu Ting was talking about a teenager.
The King of Song couldn't believe that a teenager could see through Yao Guang Yi's scheme and command a battle from a thousand li away.
"Hehe, I'm just saying."
Lu Ting said:
"Your Highness, have you forgotten that 'the one who laughs last laughs best' and Bao Xuan's matter? These two things don't seem like something an ordinary teenager would do. "
Hong long!
Lu Ting's words were like a bolt of lightning flashing across the King of Song's mind. In that instant, the shock in The King of Song couldn't be any greater. Indeed, if it didn't seem like something a teenager could do, then what the Wang Clan's Third Young Master did seemed like something an ordinary child could do.
The King of Song recalled Lu Ting's words. Could the conflict between the Wang Clan and the Yao Clan in Vast Crane Pavilion be initiated by one of the parties?
If the truth was really like this, then it would be too shocking!
Of course, all of this was just a conjecture. Just like what Lu Ting said, it was just a 'saying'. But even so, it was sufficient for the King of Song to remember the name 'Wang Chong' deeply and leave an indelible impression on him.
"It's going to be Duke Jiu's birthday soon. No matter what, I have to meet this Wang Chong personally. "
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