Chapter 218 Jixia Academy
Just when this autumn first came, the two wars that Zhao State was forced to launch at the same time shocked the whole world.
When the Battle of Zijing Pass in Zhao and Yan State ended, all the princes who learned the results were shocked. Even the Zhou royal family, far away in Luocheng, Zhongzhou, was greatly shocked. In any aspect, this war was too important. Because it marked that Yan State had fallen into decline from now on.
In fact, even Chu Jiangmian, who was in Qi, felt a little unexpected. If he ordered Li Mu and Murong Licheng to send troops from Yanling Pass according to the original plan, it was to force Yan from the rear, so that they had no time to send more troops to look east, thereby alleviating the pressure on Qi.
Although he knew that with the ability of these two generals to fight in joint operations, he would definitely achieve other fruitful results while restraining the Yan army. However, the news they brought to him still surprised him.
"The King of Zhao is keen on his wise eyes. It is really enviable to have such a general under his command! With this battle, Murong Licheng and Li Mu have become famous all over the world!"
Lan Lingjun, who had been following Chu Jiangmian all the way, couldn't suppress the envy on his face. Zhao State is so amazing! It would be fine if Chu Jiangmian himself was so powerful. Even the generals under his command were so outstanding. What's particularly terrifying is that they are all too young!
"They are excellent in nature! They have nothing to do with me. Lanlingjun is too proud. Haha!"
Chu Jiangmian smiled faintly and hid all his emotions in his heart. Zhao State is just starting out now, and he does not want to attract hatred because of his pride. Although Zhao State and Qi State are now in a cooperative relationship, they are two great powers of vassals after all. No one can guarantee what the relationship will be in the future.
"King Zhao should not be modest. After winning the battle in Zijing Pass, the people of Yan are probably trembling now, right? They have lost nearly one-third of the land. The King of Yan, who has just ascended the throne, doesn't know what kind of mood they will be like now."
Lan Lingjun also temporarily hid many of his worries about the future. Let’s talk about the future in the future. Although the sharp and sharpness shown by Zhao State makes people secretly wary and fear. But now the two countries are in a cooperative relationship, then you might as well do the things in front of you first.
Since the end of the Battle of Taiyue, they have entered Linzi City in the past few days to take a temporary rest. The envoy of the King of Qi had already brought the king's order yesterday and would welcome the King of Zhao to the King of Canghai City with grand etiquette. The day for the two kings to meet officially is coming. This is an important meeting for both Zhao and Qi.
If they follow the itinerary, they will stay in Linzi City for another three days. This request was proposed by King Zhao Chu Jiangmian, so Lanlingjun naturally had no objection.
The victory of the Taiyue Battle greatly stabilized the confidence of the people in Linzi City. In the past half month, the places that were passed by Yan and Qin troops had been quickly appeased. It has to be said that Qi still responded very promptly in this regard. As one of the richest vassal states in the world, although the combat effectiveness of the army was not at the forefront, the losses suffered by the people were compensated very promptly.
As the saying goes, money is easy to do, at the order of King Qi, a large number of materials began to be transported. With Linzi City as the center, it began to carry out comfort and resettlement.
Chu Jiangmian stayed in Linzi City for the time being, of course, not to have the time to see how Qi State arranged the people affected by the war. He had another purpose. He had enough time, so he could have stayed in Linzi City for a few more days. However, now suddenly he heard the news of the victory of Zijing Pass, and he realized that his itinerary needed to be accelerated.
"Lanlingjun, I'm going to Jixia Academy today. I wonder if I have time to go with you?"
The young King Zhao was full of energy. Compared with military and war, it was his most important thing to meet with those famous experts in the world.
Lan Lingjun happily promised. This was something that had been decided long ago. Since Chu Jiangmian personally made this request, he had made all arrangements.
The Jixia Academy in Qi State was full of talents and had a reputation for academic success. All schools of thought have been passed down, and Confucianism, which originated in the Qilu area, was particularly valued here. In the conditions for cooperation between the two countries drafted by Zhao himself, in addition to important military and economic assistance, in terms of culture, the King of Zhao focused on the idea of using the power of the Jixia Academy to help Zhao improve the basic quality of the people.
Qi naturally agreed unconditionally to these requests. Although few ministers from the King of Qi to his royal court still knew what Chu Jiangmian's purpose was, they did not think that this was something very important.
In fact, deep down in the hearts of King Qi and many people, they all agreed that although the Jixia Academy was very famous, it had little practical use. Even the most famous old guys were just some corrupt scholars who talked about it. Over the years, I have not seen any great help to the development of Qi. After all, what the country needs most is military strength and economic means. If Jixia Academy can be exchanged for useful help from Zhao State, even if Chu Jiangmian brought those old guys to Zhao State, the King of Qi would not care about it.
Of course, this was just the tacit thoughts of King Qi and his ministers. But they didn't understand that in their eyes, Chu Jiangmian had regarded it as a treasure a long time ago. Now, he finally had the opportunity to mine. As for what kind of surprises it would bring, his heart was filled with infinite expectations.
The red sun was rising and the light shone brightly. When he heard the news that King Zhao had come out, the people in Linzi City were almost intriguing, and the streets were crowded with people. Everyone was waiting for it, rushing to see its style.
Everyone knew very well that this man came with his warriors from thousands of miles when Qi needed help when he needed help from the most. He also took arrows and stones, not avoiding difficulties and helped Qi's army eliminate invading enemies, thus allowing everyone in the city to escape a disaster. He also helped Qi to overcome difficulties to the greatest extent.
"He is here! He is here... Look! That's King Zhao!"
Someone shouted loudly, and the crowds on both sides of the street began to boil. Everyone's eyes gathered, looking at the young figure walking in front, all of whom showed admiration and gratitude.
"So this is King Zhao! Ahhhh... so handsome! It's simply the perfect heroic image in my mind!"
"Ah! I heard that King Zhao is just twenty years old this year... Hehe, and there is no queen!"
"Wow! Is it true? That's great... oh!"
The women of Qi have always been generous and straightforward, and never hide their likes. Seeing this legendary King Zhao himself, he is indeed handsome and elegant. There have been countless young girls who have been foolish about flowers, and their eyes are filled with little stars.
However, someone soon broke their dreams. As cheers spread, there were many people's discussions.
"Although King Zhao is unparalleled in strategy, our worry-free princess is also a heroine! I heard that she took the initiative to follow the Zhao army to fight and personally killed the enemy's chief general. She is worthy of being the princess of my Daqi! It's really admirable."
"Yes, yes! The princes in the royal family are cowardly and incompetent, which is disappointing. But unexpectedly, Princess Wuyou is not inferior to men! These are all well trained by the queen! In the future, as long as the queen and princess are there, there will be hope!"
"Look! The princess is following the King of Zhao. This outfit is... Tsk tsk tsk! I heard that the King of Qi and the Queen intend to marry the two countries. If this matter can be accomplished, it will be a blessing for the people of Qi!"
"Is that needless to say! No matter what, we must make our Princess Wuyou become the queen of Zhao. Come! Everyone shouted with me... King Zhao is mighty! Princess Wuyou is mighty! Join hands to fight the enemy, which is very satisfying!"
Someone took the lead, and the sounds of one after another sounded immediately. And this is exactly what most people say.
"Princess Wuyou! Princess Wuyou... Prince Zhao! King Zhao!!"
Looking at the woman who was still wearing armor, her face looked like the big red cloak behind her, and she felt a great fever. She never thought that she had just taken the battle with her willfulness in her heart, but she received such cheers from the people. And the greatest contribution of all this victory was the figure she followed. At this moment, she suddenly understood what the responsibility of the royal family should be.
"Princess, the people love you so much... You must walk the road ahead!"
Lan Lingjun narrowed her eyes slightly and said this in a low voice. The royal princess he had grown up since childhood had a great potential that far exceeded those young men. No matter what kind of achievements she achieved in the future, he was very willing to provide help behind his back.
Princess Wuyou nodded silently. Of course, she liked the way she was needed by ordinary people now. But the words they were shouting loudly... were too shy! She raised her head and secretly looked at the figure who was waving her arms to greet the crowd around her, and couldn't tell what it felt.
At the end of the long street, outside the quaint gate of Jixia Academy, several pale-bearded old men led their disciples to wait for a long time. Looking at the young man who was walking in the crowd of people, he seemed to be shining with light and extraordinary demeanor, which made people feel involuntarily disheartened. Someone couldn't help but sigh.
Chapter completed!