Final Volume Chapter 130
Final Volume Chapter 130
Tang Yin and others passed through the woods to avoid the Zhen people's pursuit. Going further, they reached Pingxi. Going northwest from Pingxi, they could reach Jishui. After crossing Jishui, they could reach Heping County, which was controlled by Feng people. As long as they arrived Heping County can sit back and relax.
However, this journey was not peaceful. From time to time, Zhen people's ships followed them. Fortunately, Xiao Chu was very familiar with the terrain in the Pingxi area. Through his guidance, the small boat on which Tang Yin and others were riding was able to escape without any danger. After several waves of Zhenren's pursuit.
In the evening of that day, the sky was overcast and it rained heavily again. Ah Si stayed at the stern of the boat to steer the boat, while Ah San held the oar and rowed. Tang Yin, Xiao Xiang and Xiao Chu all huddled in the canopy of the boat. Seeing Xiao Xiang shivering from time to time, Tang Yin thoughtfully took off his coat and handed it to Xiao Xiang.
Xiao Xiang hesitated for a moment, then took it, put it on her body, and thanked her softly. She turned her head to look outside, and then said sadly: "I don't understand why Zhenren hates me so much and wants to kill me!"
Tang Yin smiled, then patted Xiao Chu beside him and said, "His former eldest brother was named Liao Peng. He was a native of Linqiao County. Because his wife was beautiful, he was attracted by the local Sichuan officials. In order to occupy him, he His wife, the Sichuan official, framed his family. In the end, he was lucky enough to escape. After that, he became a bandit. Later, Li Shu rebelled. Although he did not join the rebels, his younger brother did. , As a result, he died in Cuihuan Mountain during the expedition to Sichuan."
What he said was learned through Liao Peng's memory. Xiao Chu on the side also nodded while listening, indicating that Tang Yin was right. Tang Yin looked straight at Xiao Xiang and said: "Although Sichuan people always pay attention to etiquette, they haven't done many good things in Zhendi. Zhen people have hated Sichuan people for a long time. Now they seize the opportunity, they will naturally take advantage of this." The hatred is doubled and transferred to you. Of course, there is a reason why Liao Peng treats you like that. "
I see! The hatred of seizing his wife and killing his son, no wonder Liao Peng looked at him as if he wanted to swallow him in one gulp. I don’t know how many Zhen people have the same experience as Liao Peng.
Thinking about it, Xiao Xiang swallowed. Now that she recalled the scene at that time, she felt chills in her bones.
She said quietly: "I thought that this time the people in Linqiao County rebelled collectively because someone was secretly causing trouble..."
After hearing her words, Xiao Chu immediately raised his head and seemed to want to speak, but his mouth opened and he only made a sound.
Tang Yin didn't pay attention to him, shrugged and said: "In my opinion, Zhenren's resentment towards the Sichuan people is too deep. Once there is a chance, it will burst out. The last time it was Li Shu, this time it was Linqiao County. People, I’m afraid there will be more in the future.”
Having said this, he paused for a moment, looked directly at Xiao Xiang, and said seriously: "The Sichuan people are no longer suitable to govern Zhendi, and they cannot govern Zhendi well. You should let go and hand over all Zhendi to Feng Guo. From now on, you will no longer have to face those mobs, and no matter what happens to Zhendi in the future, Feng Guo will naturally be responsible for it!"
Xiao Xiang met Tang Yin's gaze and smiled bitterly. She has no feelings for Zhendi and Zhenren. The reason why she has been fighting for the ownership of Zhendi with Tang Yin is that she doesn't want Tang Yin to get his wish, and for the sake of the emperor and herself, she doesn't want Feng Guo's family to dominate. . After what happened in Linqiao County this time, she was completely disappointed with Zhendi and even the Zhenren people. Taking up half of Zhendi would not only not improve their own strength, but would also be a huge hidden danger for the Sichuan people. A fatal danger that could destroy Sichuan people at any time. It's just that now she can't let go if she wants to. She has already reported the division of Zhendi to the emperor. If she wants to give up half of Zhendi, she can no longer just nod her head and agree, but also needs the emperor's nod of agreement.
She lowered her head and said quietly: "As early as a month ago, I reported the results of the division of Zhendi to the emperor."
Tang Yin was startled for a moment, then shook his head helplessly and sighed: "You are so quick to claim credit!"
Xiao Xiang asked in a low voice: "Are you blaming me?"
Tang Yin was happy, pondered for a moment, and said: "Since I have reported it to the emperor, I will find a way to get half of the land from the emperor. However, this matter still requires your cooperation."
Xiao Xiang frowned and asked, "What do you want me to do?"
Tang Yin said bluntly: "Make it clear to the emperor that the conflict between the Sichuan people and the Zhen people is too deep. It is now impossible to manage the Zhen land and the Zhen people. The Sichuan officials will evacuate from Zhennan. As for who will manage Zhennan in the future, Let the emperor choose Gaoming!"
Xiao Xiang blinked and said with a smile: "Brother Wang is asking me to persuade the emperor to merge Zhennan into your Feng Kingdom!"
Tang Yin also laughed and asked, "Does Sister Wang have a better way?"
Xiao Xiang was silent. After pondering for a while, she murmured: "Maybe, this is the only way." Although she was very unwilling to do so, Xiao Xiang understood through this incident that she had to let go, otherwise, sooner or later, the Sichuan people would have something to lose. He has to be dragged to death by Zhenren.
This time Xiao Xiang was in danger in Linqiao County, which made her decide to give up her virginity. Tang Yin's rescue at the critical moment made Xiao Xiang grateful to him. At this time, Xiao Xiang no longer wanted to argue with Tang Yin. , since Tang Yin wanted the ownership of the entire Zhendi so much, she just wanted to be a favor and give him Zhennan as well.
The fate of Zhendi and even Zhenren was decided by Tang Yin and Xiao Xiang on this inconspicuous boat.
There was no conversation on the way. Tang Yin and Xiao Xiang arrived at Heping County safely, and then they set off to return to Xitang. After arriving in Xitang, Xiao Xiang took the initiative to order all the Sichuan troops stationed in and outside the city to evacuate Xitang, and prepare for the army to withdraw to the mainland.
Then, Tang Yin and Xiao Xiang did not stay in Xitang for long, and returned to Shangjing together.
After arriving in Shangjing, Xiao Xiang really followed Tang Yin's instructions and proposed to the emperor that all Sichuan people would evacuate Zhennan and return to Sichuan.
Yin Zhun's face suddenly changed after hearing what Xiao Xiang said. He stood up subconsciously and asked in astonishment: "Why did Prince Chuan say that? Not long ago, didn't you say in your letter to me that Zhendi is very important to me and I must not let it go and let Fengguo swallow it all? Why do you suddenly want to give up Zhendi now?"
Xiao Xiang shook his head and sighed, saying: "The resentment of the Zhen people against the Chuan people is too deep, to the point where it cannot be resolved no matter what. This time I went to Linqiao County to provide disaster relief, not only did I not get the support of the local people, but I also triggered a rebellion among the local people. If Brother Feng hadn't arrived in time, I... I'm afraid I would have died in Linqiao County!"
Yin Zhun paced back and forth in front of Xiao Xiang anxiously, he said "I have also heard about the riots in Linqiao County. It was just a few unruly people. Prince Chuan must not be discouraged by this and give up the idea of giving up Zhendi!"
"A few unruly people?" Xiao Xiang chuckled and shook his head and said, "Your Majesty was not there at the time, and it is understandable that you don't understand the situation at the time. It was definitely not the work of a few unruly people, but the spontaneous collective riot of the people in the whole city and the whole county. The five thousand guards around me were killed, and even the elders of Shenchi were unable to stop the mob. Your Majesty still thinks that it was just the work of a few unruly people?"
"This..." Yin Zhun was speechless. He wanted to appease Xiao Xiang and let her change her decision, but he didn't know what to say for a while.
"Your Majesty, I have made up my mind. I hope your majesty will grant me your approval!" Xiao Xiang raised his hand and bowed deeply.
Yin Zhun rolled his eyes, changed the subject, and suddenly said: "It is said that King Feng played an indispensable role in the successful escape of Prince Chuan this time!"
Xiao Xiang's face became serious, and he said matter-of-factly: "Your Majesty is right. Brother Feng knew that I was in danger in Linqiao County. In order to avoid suspicion, he went to Linqiao County in plain clothes without any soldiers. If it weren't for Brother Feng, the consequences... are really unimaginable!"
Yin Zhun gritted his teeth secretly. What he was most worried about and afraid of was that King Feng and King Chuan would join forces. There were too many fears, contradictions and conflicts of interest between the two countries of Feng and Chuan, which led to the fact that King Feng and King Chuan were like water and fire. He maneuvered and threaded the needle to make these two forces check and balance each other and take care of each other. In this way, his throne could be firmly seated. But this time, I don't know what Tang Yin suddenly took the wrong medicine, and he actually ran to Linqiao County to rescue Xiao Xiang. Now it seems that the relationship between King Feng and King Chuan has greatly improved. If the two of them decide to join forces, then the whole world will belong to them. How can their throne be preserved?
Thinking of this, Yin Zhun shuddered and his mind turned rapidly.
After a while, he laughed and said to Xiao Xiang: "King Chuan must have been frightened by the mob in Zhendi this time, but it doesn't matter. King Chuan should go back to the palace and have a good rest. I will discuss this matter with King Chuan in a few days!"
"Your Majesty, I have already said that there is no need to discuss this matter again..." Xiao Xiang frowned.
"Hey, King Chuan should go back and rest first. I also need time to consider such a big thing!" Yin Zhun said with a smile.
Seeing that Yin Zhun didn't want to talk about this matter today, Xiao Xiang had no choice but to bow and say goodbye.
Looking at Xiao Xiang's departing back, Yin Zhun's eyes gradually became deep, and at the same time slowly clenched his fists.
Tang Yin couldn't control himself no matter what. Because of this, he couldn't let Xiao Xiang get out of his control. No matter what method he used, he had to make Xiao Xiang stand on his side.
His mind raced, and he stood there motionless for a full quarter of an hour. Then a flash of inspiration came to his mind, and he came up with a brilliant plan, a plan that could be described as earth-shattering.
Let's talk about Xiao Xiang. After leaving the palace, she saw Tang Yin waiting outside the palace gate. She smiled and walked up to him and asked, "Brother Wang, are you waiting for me here?"
Tang Yin nodded and asked, "How did the sister talk to the emperor about the matter of Zhendi?"
Xiao Xiang spread her hands and said, "The emperor didn't agree, but he didn't refuse on the spot. He just told me to go back and rest, and he would think about it carefully."