Steel Dynasty - Chapter 703

[Chapter 702 Advice]

The rushing water waves in the river slapped the hull of the battleship, making a “dong-dong” sound, and the water splashed from time to time, leaving water stains on the deck.

The third prince, Xiao Zhen, stood on the deck and let the river wind lift his robes.

After Chang’an was captured, it was put on the agenda for him to go to Shu. When Niu Ben returned with his army, he led 20,000 troops to Shu.

Just like what Xiao Ming said to him at the beginning, if the King of Shu cannot be persuaded to surrender this time, the 20,000 men will be the king of hell who urges him to die. If the King of Shu hands over the rights of the Shu Kingdom, the two of them can still survive and become Xiao Ming’s minister.

“Xiao Zhen, Yizhou City is in front of us. Don’t forget the emperor’s decree. Even if you play tricks now, you will inevitably end up with a country destroyed and dead in the future. We can capture Liang and Zhao and deal with the Shu Kingdom. It’s as easy as flipping a hand.”

The general who followed Xiao Zhen this time was Di Ying. He was a veteran general of the Qingzhou Army. He had experienced hundreds of battles and was as famous as Qi Guangyi and others after Lu Fei.

“The common people naturally dare not disobey the emperor’s words. I only hope that the general will allow me to enter Yizhou City to discuss with the King of Shu. If the King of Shu does not comply, it will not be too late for the general to attack Chengdu.” The third prince felt bitter in his heart.

Now he has already lost all his titles, and his status is just that of a commoner. If he wants to stay in the officialdom, this will be his only chance.

Di Ying glanced at Xiao Zhen warily. Before setting off, Niu Ben had reminded him that the third prince Xiao Zhen was full of tricks.

He warned: “Don’t play tricks, otherwise I will take your and the heads of King Shu back.”

The third prince nodded quickly.

In order to regain Shu this time, Xiao Ming specially dispatched ten warships to enter Shu with Di Ying, but the fleet had a very difficult time along the way.

Because they were going upstream, they had to use trackers to pull the warship forward in some places where the water was fast.

Entering the Nanhe River from the main channel of the Yangtze River, the warships gradually arrived at the foot of Yizhou City.

This Nanhe River is the moat of Yizhou. It is precisely because of the protection of this river that the King of Shu was able to resist the attack of King Zhao until King Zhao was destroyed.

Before the battleship arrived, Xiao Ming had already sent a post to deliver the decree to Yizhou City by land. Now that the battleship arrived at the city, the generals guarding the city immediately went to notify the King of Shu.

“Eldest brother is here?” In the main hall of the Shu Prince’s Mansion, the King of Shu looked happy when he learned that the third prince had arrived.

His Highness, the wealthy Yizhou clan who were having a banquet, immediately started whispering after hearing the news.

At this time, the King of Shu looked at all the wealthy families, and said with excitement in his words: “My third brother is very resourceful. With his help, the Kingdom of Shu will become more stable.”

After hearing this, a wealthy family said: “Your Highness, King of Shu “The imperial decree a few days ago said that His Highness should surrender. These three princes must also be lobbyists. How can he stay in Yizhou?”

The King of Shu shook his head and said, “You have misjudged me.” This eldest brother, he must have done it deliberately to deceive Xiao Ming. He knew that this king and Xiao Ming were incompatible with each other, so how could he help Xiao Ming? “

Another wealthy man said: “His Royal Highness, King of Shu, now Yan King, King of Liang, and King of Zhao were all defeated. King of Chu, King of Huainan, and King of Yong all surrendered to Xiao Ming. Now only the Kingdom of Shu is left, and I am afraid that we are no match for Xiao Ming if we are alone. , it is better to follow the example of the king of Chu and surrender to Xiao Ming, that is, to surrender to the current emperor. “

” Bastard! “The king of Shu suddenly became angry, and he said, “Even if I die, I will not surrender to Xiao Ming.” “

The noble family below heard this .

, you look at me, I look at you, with some strange light shining in my eyes.

Now that the situation is over, it is clear to the world that Xiao Ming belongs to Xiao Ming. Can a small Shu Kingdom stop Xiao Ming’s troops?

In the past five years, they had gradually become fed up with the arrogance and willfulness of the King of Shu. To them, the Kingdom of Shu belonged to the wealthy clans like them.

The vassals above them came and went, but their family always lived here.

If they follow the King of Shu and act recklessly this time, they may lose their foundation.

The King of Shu wants to die, but they don’t want to die with the King of Shu. Now that the world is unified, who will rebel?

However, although they thought so in their hearts, no one dared to say it to his face. The King of Shu still had an army of his own, and they did not want to get into trouble at this time.

Seeing that the wealthy clansmen stopped talking, the King of Shu snorted softly, flicked his sleeves and walked out. He wanted to see the third prince.

Outside the city, the third prince, who had received permission to enter the city, came to Yizhou City under the protection of two soldiers. Soon after entering Yizhou City, he saw the King of Shu greeting him.

“Eldest brother.” Seeing the third prince, King Shu’s face was full of excitement.

The third prince was also slightly moved. He and the King of Shu were from the same mother, and they were true brothers among many princes.

They usually have a very harmonious relationship, but now it’s natural to feel sad when the brothers meet each other.

“Fifth brother.” Xiao Zhen also shouted.

When the King of Shu approached, he grabbed the sleeve of the third prince and said, “Brother Yu has already prepared a banquet for the eldest brother. Brother, please come with me now.”

The enthusiasm of the King of Shu moved the third prince’s heart, but he just thought of his coming this time. purpose, and there was another sadness in my heart.

He said: “Fifth brother, I have something to say to you face to face this time. You and I are the only ones who need to be here at this banquet.”

“Eldest brother has always liked peace and quiet, and it’s not like Foolish brother doesn’t know this. Of course it’s just you and me at the banquet,” King Shu said with a smile.

Xiao Zhen nodded and followed King Shu to the palace.

However, the King of Shu did not go to the main hall, but took Xiao Zhen to a pavilion under the willow tree in the palace. At this time, a table of food was placed on the stone table of the pavilion.

The two sat down, and the King of Shu first said: “This land of Shu is missing a resourceful person like my elder brother. If the elder brother comes, our country of Shu will surely prosper.”

A wry smile appeared at the corner of Xiao Zhen’s mouth, and his younger brother’s expression was excited. It made him even more miserable, but there were some things that needed to be said, otherwise the city of Yizhou would soon be in ruins.

After pondering for a moment, Xiao Zhen said seriously: “To be honest with you, fifth brother, this time I am here to persuade you to surrender according to the emperor’s order.”

King Shu’s expression changed instantly, and he said: “Brother, this is a joke. No, Xiao Ming and I have always been incompatible. If I surrender, will he be able to spare me? ” “

Fifth brother, the emperor’s army is outside and can attack at any time. Do you think you will have a way to survive then? You and Zhao The king has been fighting fiercely for a year, the soldiers are exhausted, the livelihood of the feudal people is in decline, and even the firearms gifted to you by the emperor are now cut off from the supply of gunpowder and cannonballs. What can you use to fight against this army full of firearms outside the city? ” The third prince said sternly: “And even if you are willing to fight, how many of the wealthy families in Yizhou will follow you at this time?”

(End of Chapter)