In this campaign against the Sichuan Kingdom, Tang Yin has made up his mind. Even if he uses all the strength of the country, he will swallow up the Sichuan Kingdom. The lowest goal is to attack Zhaoyang, force the capital of the Sichuan Kingdom to move south, and make it The vitality is severely damaged.
But the war went much smoother than he expected, especially the Zhen Army, which was even more impressive than the Feng Army. They frequently won victories on the battlefield in western Sichuan, marching forward with great success, and even defeated the 400,000 Zhen Army and annihilated the 400,000 Sichuan Army. The brilliant achievements are impressive.
Originally, Tang Yin had planned to personally lead the Directly Affiliated Army and the Hundred Battle Army to go on an expedition when the war ahead was unfavorable, but now it seems that there is no need for that. He can just sit back and enjoy the fruits of victory in Shangjing.
During this period of time, Shangjing has been very lively, and the battle reports from the front are being transmitted back every moment like a revolving lantern. Envoys from the Jade Kingdom rushed to Beijing every now and then to ask the Feng Kingdom court if they needed reinforcements from the Jade Kingdom.
Rather than saying that the Jade Kingdom cares about whether the Feng Kingdom wants assistance, it is better to say that it takes the opportunity to inquire about the battle ahead. The outcome of this battle in Fengchuan will also directly affect the future destiny and national policy of the Jade Kingdom.
In addition, Ren Xiao, the Holy King of Shenchi, also kept sending letters to Shi to pay close attention to the situation of the Fengchuan War. Letters from Zhendi Li Shu to Tang Yin became more frequent.
In Li Shu¡¯s view, the outcome of the war against Sichuan was that the overall situation was decided. In his letters, he had begun to discuss with Tang Yin the division of Sichuan between Feng and Zhen.
In addition to these, Tang Yin also received letters from ministers of the Sichuan Kingdom almost every day. The contents were similar. They all expressed their courtesy to Tang Yin and said that they had already intended to switch to the Feng Kingdom.
It can be seen that the ministers of Sichuan State have no hope for this war, and they only want to leave a way out for themselves.
Who would have thought that Sichuan, with such a strong national power, is just a beautiful castle in the air. It looks tall, majestic and powerful, but in fact it is weak on the outside and weak on the inside, and will fall down at the push of a button.
Tang Yin would laugh out of his dreams at the thought of being able to immediately solve the serious problem of the Sichuan Kingdom and swallow up the behemoth of the Sichuan Kingdom. These days, his mood was particularly cheerful, and he felt light and airy when he walked, as if he was stepping on the clouds.
Tang Yin was very polite to Xiao Yu who defected to Feng Country. He knew very well in his heart that Xiao Yu was now a flag. I don't know how many Sichuan people's eyes were fixed on him. How much he valued Xiao Yu would also be directly reflected on him. It affects the Sichuan people's attitude towards themselves and Fengguo.
Tang Yin intended to use Xiao Yu as an example to the people of Sichuan. Shortly after Xiao Yu defected to Feng Kingdom, Tang Yin personally asked the emperor to make Xiao Yu a loyal marquis, and gave him gold, silver, jewelry, and fiefdom slaves. Xiao Yu lost face.
Of course, Tang Yin was able to give out things like glory and wealth without hesitation, but as for substantive rights, Xiao Yu couldn't even get close to him.
Having said that, Xiao Yu's ambitions are not that big. He is already very content with the rewards and status he has received now.
Tang Yin's kindness to Xiao Yu also became the trigger for a large number of Sichuan people to defect to Feng Country. This incident successfully dispelled the Sichuan people's worries. In the eyes of Sichuan people, even the royal family of Sichuan Country would not be harmed after they defected to Feng Country. On the contrary, If he can still get so many rewards, then he will not have to worry about his life after defecting to Feng Kingdom.
Good news comes frequently ahead, and going to Beijing is also a life of singing and dancing. On this day, Tang Yin hosted a banquet in his palace to entertain Xiao Yu, who came to visit.
During the dinner, Tang Yin and Xiao Yu exchanged cups, talked and laughed, and had a good time. After three rounds of wine and five dishes, Tang Yin, who was in high spirits, saw Xiao Yu suddenly fell silent. He smiled and asked, "Is Marquis Zhongyi worried?"
"Alas!" Xiao Yu sighed deliberately and said, "His Royal Highness Feng Wang does not know. Although the emperor bestowed titles and fiefdoms, until now, I don't know where the fiefdoms are, how big they are, let alone where they are. Only then can you go to live in your own fiefdom.¡±
While speaking, Xiao Yu shook her head helplessly, but her beautiful eyes kept glancing in Tang Yin's direction.
" Xiao Yu can be regarded as the most beautiful among his many brothers and sisters, even more beautiful than Xiao Xiang, who has extraordinary appearance, even though he is a man.
Tang Yin blinked his eyes, raised his head and smiled, and asked: "Is Marquis Zhongyi not having a good time living in Shangjing?"
"No, no, no, His Highness the Wind King has treated me with great kindness and courtesy. He also made me feel at home in Shangjing. However, this is not my home after all. I still want to return to my fiefdom. , I hope His Highness the Wind King can help make it happen." Xiao Yu said cautiously.
Of course he didn't want to stay in Shangjing. There was both the imperial court and the Fengguo court in Shangjing, and there were high-ranking officials everywhere, and he couldn't afford to offend every official. How could he be comfortable in his own fiefdom? As the saying goes, Ning Make chicken??Why don't you be a phoenix tail?
Tang Yin thought about it, pondered for a moment, burst into laughter, and asked with a smile: "I wonder where Marquis Zhongyi wants to make his fiefdom?"
Xiao Yu was refreshed and said hurriedly: "His Royal Highness Feng Wang also knows that Xiao Yu is from Sichuan, so of course he still wants to live in Sichuan. Xiao Yu hopes that the fiefdom should be within Sichuan."
"Well, that's understandable, it's human nature!" Tang Yin nodded with a smile, and asked: "So, how big of a fief does Marquis Zhongyi want?"
"This" This made it difficult for Xiao Yu to answer. If the fiefdom was too small, he would not be able to support himself in a luxurious life. If the fiefdom was too big, let alone whether Tang Yin would give it to him, and it would easily make people jealous. Not only is that not a good thing, but it can also easily lead to death. He pondered for a while, then stretched out a finger tremblingly and said: "Your Highness, Xiao Yu only needs only one county."
Tang Yin was startled for a moment, then he threw his head back and laughed. Well, Xiao Yu is a smart person, not greedy, and knows how to be content. He likes this very much. Tang Yin shook his head with a smile.
Seeing this, Xiao Yu immediately changed his words and said: "If His Highness thinks it is too big, I can take a whole city"
Before he could finish speaking, Tang Yin interrupted: "Anyway, Marquis Zhongyi is a Marquis personally given by the Emperor. As a fiefdom, the land of one county is too small and is detrimental to the Emperor's face. I think that Marquis Zhongyi A fiefdom of at least two to three counties is appropriate. Let¡¯s do this. After the war at the front is over, Marquis Zhongyi can choose any county in Sichuan as a fiefdom. I wonder what Marquis Zhongyi wants?¡±
When Xiao Yu heard this, he was so excited that he almost jumped up from his seat. King Feng actually agreed to give him a county as a fiefdom, and it was a county of his choice. This was incredible. It was like a big pie falling from the sky. in his own head.
Without even thinking about it, he immediately stood up, walked around the table, knelt down in front of Tang Yin, kowtowed forward, and said in a trembling voice: "Thank you for your great kindness, His Highness Feng Wang. Xiao Yu will never forget it."
"Haha, please get up quickly, Marquis Zhongyi!" Tang Yin leaned forward and waved to Xiao Yu.
After the banquet, Xiao Yu left with satisfaction, and Tang Yin was preparing to rest. At this time, a guard came in to report that a caravan from Zhichuan Kingdom was outside the palace and wanted to see the king.
Hearing this, Ah San and Ah Si frowned in unison. Ah San said in a low voice with dissatisfaction: "Does a mere caravan bother to go see the king? There is no need to report such trivial matters to the king in the future!"
"Oh, General, the Sichuan caravan that came here also brought gifts." As he spoke, the guard lifted the brocade box in his hand.
Ah San turned back and glanced at Tang Yin. Seeing the curiosity on the latter's face, Ah San immediately walked up to the guard, opened the lid of the brocade box, and looked inside. He couldn't help but be surprised. Placed in the brocade box is a Ruyi made of jade.
This Ruyi is more than a foot long. It is green and crystal clear, with no trace of impurities visible. It is polished and carved from a whole piece of jade, with a scene of thousands of horses galloping embossed on it. It is exquisite, detailed and lifelike. You can tell at a glance that it was made by a famous artist.
Ah San has been following Tang Yin for so long. He can tell what kind of treasure he has never seen before just by looking at it. This Ruyi is a priceless treasure.
He carefully took Ruyi out of the brocade box, turned it over and over for a while, and confirmed that there was nothing wrong with it. Then he brought it to Tang Yin and whispered: "Your Majesty, please take a look."
After Tang Yin looked at it, he also felt that this Ruyi was exquisite and eye-catching. He played with it and asked casually: "Isn't this thing valuable?"
Ah San nodded repeatedly and said, "From my subordinates' point of view, it's hard to find a piece of gold."
"Oh?" Tang Yin raised his eyebrows and murmured: "It's incredible that a caravan can have such a treasure. They even gave it to me. Ah San, tell me why they did this. Why?"
"Oh" Ah San thought for a while and muttered: "Since they are willing to give such expensive gifts, they must have something important to ask for, but my subordinates can't figure out what else a mere caravan can have. The matter requires the use of such a precious treasure.¡±
"Since you can't guess it, just ask them clearly in person." Tang Yin raised his head and said to the guard: "Invite someone to come in!"
"Yes! Your Majesty!" The guard responded hurriedly, then turned around and walked out quickly.
Not long after, the guards brought in a group of businessmen from outside. There were about a dozen people. None of them were dressed in fancy clothes, but they were different from ordinary people. The leader of the businessman looked to be in his early forties. , handsome and elegant, with a face as white as jade and a half-inch black beard. He looks more like a scholar than a businessman.
Tang Yin looked him up and down, then raised the Ruyi in his hand and asked bluntly: "Is this the gift you gave me?"
"Exactly!" The fair-faced middle-aged man said with a smile.
"What's your name? May I ask for something?" Tang Yin asked curiously.
"Reporting to Your Highness, my surname is Wei Mingshu, from Zhaoyang. This time I came all the way to Beijing just to introduce someone to His Highness King Feng."
Although the current situation in Sichuan was on the verge of collapse, this Sichuan native Wei Shu spoke neither humble nor arrogantly in front of Tang Yin, his attitude was calm, and he showed no fear at all.
Tang Yin was stunned when he heard this and asked: "Who are you introducing to this king?"
Wei Shu didn¡¯t speak, but a voice suddenly came from the crowd behind him: ¡°Me!¡±