Chapter 81

"Seize Qingshan County?" Niu Youdao frowned halfway. Although he didn't know and hadn't seen what kind of siege method was used here, Shang Chaozong's methods were getting more and more radical. It took Canglu County by force, and now it is threatening to swallow Qingshan County directly. It is a good thing to have that appetite, but it must have that amount, otherwise it will be exhausted. The corners of his mouth turned up, and he said with a faint smile: "Even Feng Lingbo wouldn't dare to say such a thing lightly, the prince just borrowed several thousand troops from Feng Lingbo, isn't this a bit too big a calculation?"

Lan Ruoting smiled mysteriously, stepped back a few steps, and pointed to Zhao Guo next door, "Zhao Guo! Empress Dowager Shang Youlan is King Ning's biological aunt."

"Oh! What's the matter?" Niu Youdao said in a tut-tsk voice: "The royal relatives are really the royal relatives everywhere. Princess Yan became the queen mother of Zhao Guo. Could it be that she also got married in the early years?"

Shang Chaozong sighed from the side, "It's just a shame, when the great-grandfather just came to the throne, the situation was a little unstable, so he married a daughter and got married. Back then, no one thought that that aunt would eventually become the Queen of Zhao, and now the Empress Dowager! In fact, before the collapse of the Wu Dynasty long ago, the Shang family married many princesses to appease the princes. Speaking of which, the royal families of all countries are more or less connected with the blood of some merchants. Shang Youlan is not a special case, but others are not It’s all about being able to reach her position.”

Niu Youdao nodded. He was a person who was familiar with history books because of the needs of his job in his previous life. Similar situations can be understood. Because he is familiar with similar situations, he expressed doubts: "If Shang Youlan got married in the early years, he would have thought The old country, I agree. But today's Shang Youlan is the empress dowager of a country, and the current emperor of Zhao is her son. I'm afraid she thinks more about her son's country and protects her descendants' country. As far as Yan Guo is concerned, Zhao Guo is her real home now, otherwise she would not be able to become the Queen Mother of Zhao Guo today. It should be impossible for her to let Zhao Guo send troops to help the prince? Take a step back and say that the court of Yan Guo is her natal family. She doesn't need to fight against the court of Yan Kingdom for the sake of the prince, right?"

Lan Ruoting waved his hand, "Master Dao is right, Shang Youlan is at the pinnacle of Zhao State, so naturally she will not do anything that harms Zhao State's interests. When the state of Zhao was weak, the emperor of Zhao, Shang Youlan's husband, once sent a son and a daughter to Yan as hostages. Both sons and daughters came from Shang Youlan. The son is Hai Wuji, the current Emperor of Zhao, and the daughter's name is Its name is Hai Ruyue. At that time, Hai Ruyue was young. When she was a hostage in Yan State, she had a good relationship with King Ning at that time, and she was well taken care of by King Ning in the capital of Yan State. The king has also been in contact. However, there are cases of self-respect in various countries. Xiao Huang, the governor of Jinzhou in Zhao State, was one of the princes. The emperor of Zhao State at that time married Hai Ruyue to Xiao Huang in order to appease Xiao Huang. Xiao Bieshan, Huang's frail and sickly son, naturally inherited his father's business after Xiao Huang passed away. The situation is critical, and at this time, King Ning's army is in full swing and his power is shaking the world. Faced with his brother's persecution, Hai Ruyue contacted King Ning, hoping that King Ning would help him because of his old love. I don't want to see Hai Wuji completely control the Zhao country. A unified Zhao country is too big a threat to the Yan country, so King Ning complied with Hai Ruyue's request and suppressed Zhao's army, forcing Hai Wuji to withdraw his forces to defend. Therefore, Xiao Bieshan and Hai Ruyue have successfully overcome the difficulties." He pointed back and pointed to Jinzhou opposite Qingshan County.

Niu Youdao was thoughtful, and said: "Your Highness, you want to borrow Jinzhou people to take Qingshan County?"

Shang Chaozong nodded: "Back then, Hai Ruyue swore to repay her father, but she would not hesitate to ask for anything within her power. I have a blood book written by Hai Ruyue here. If she breaks her promise, she has to weigh whether I will release the blood book to her." Reputation will be affected. I just hope that she can put on an offensive posture and cooperate with me one or two times. She doesn't need to make much effort. I think she will not refuse, and Zhao Guo will not object. The country is torn apart. As long as she puts pressure on Nanzhou, Nanzhou will definitely gather people to deal with it. This is a great opportunity for me to seize Qingshan County. As long as I occupy Qingshan County, Hai Ruyue will put on a cooperative posture and let Yan Guo understands that as long as the imperial court dares to attack me, Hai Ruyue will send troops to help, and the imperial court will naturally be wary. And Tian Yumen sees my influence on Hai Ruyue, only I can occupy the territory of Qingshan County, Tian Yu How can the door not support me!"

Niu Youdao asked suspiciously, "Does Hai Ruyue have that much influence in Jinzhou?"

Lan Ruoting said with a smile: "Master Dao may not know something. Xiao Bieshan was weak and sick since he was a child, and he didn't live long. He died of illness seven or eight years ago. Xiao Bieshan's son, Xiao Tianzhen, is still underage. In fact, it is in Hai Ruyue's hands, the prince has already sent someone to contact her in secret, and it may not be long before there will be an answer."

Niu Youdao expressed doubts: "Do you really think that Hai Ruyue will definitely agree to help if you have a blood book? I think it's better to ask for some practical things, such as money and food. She may agree more easily." At least he was skeptical. In such a troubled world of warring states, it is life and death, and promises between countries can be torn up at any time. Not to mention blood letters, even blood alliances may not be reliable.

Lan Ruoting: "It's okay to try. If she really refuses to cooperate, then we can only give up the plan to annex Qingshan County. As the Taoist said, it's more practical to exchange blood books with her for some money."

Niu Youdao and Yuan Gang looked at each other, and the other party was able to confide such secrets to them, which was regarded as a heart-to-heart relationship with them.

Since the other party has already planned and planned, this is a good thing, and Niu Youdao is happy to see it succeed.

Niu Youdao also felt a little bit emotional about this, no matter whether the other party's plan can be realized or not, no matter how downcast the Shang Dynasty is, the background of his background is still there, and if he makes another card of the sea like the moon, it is difficult for ordinary people to match even if they are not down. on these resources.

"I'm afraid Feng Lingbo and Tianyumen will rush to find that thing, so we have to deal with the delay." Niu Youdao still reminded.

Lan Ruoting said: "The reason why Tianyumen tacitly allowed us to occupy Canglu County is because we gave an excuse to completely control Canglu County to make it easier to find, so the minimum rectification of Canglu County is to Yes, it shouldn’t be a problem to drag it down for about three months after such a rectification, and no matter what happens in Jinzhou, there should be results.”

This counselor is not a vegetarian either, the chain has already been done, Niu Youdao realized that he was worrying too much, after a little hesitation, he said: "My lord, the monkey and I may have to leave for a while."

As soon as these words came out, the three of Shang Chaozong looked at each other in astonishment. They just revealed their hearts and told you this secret, so you are leaving?

Shang Chaozong hurriedly asked: "But what's my negligence?"

Niu Youdao knew that the other party had misunderstood him and thought he was going to leave, so he waved his hands and said, "My lord misunderstood, I have a problem with my cultivation, and I need to find an absolutely safe place to practice in seclusion. It's somewhat risky. Tell the prince, I hope that the prince will find a suitable opportunity to cover me to leave, so as to avoid being targeted by others."

It's not a lie, he has already reached the peak of the Qi refining realm, and he felt it on the road. The collision of inner breath is getting stronger and stronger, and he has reached the point of breaking through the foundation building stage. I couldn't suppress myself, so I had to find a safe place to retreat, and I also ventilated with Yuan Gang.

Yuan Gang knew that this was a major event and it was very important to the Dao Lord, so he naturally wanted to follow the Dharma protector.

After he said this, what else can they say, but they are somewhat worried that this person will never return. Yuan Gang said that Niu Youdao is a very rational person, and he is not easy to be manipulated, and he has always refused to talk to him.

After some communication, they left the basement and went to various places, but Shang Shuqing came to the small courtyard where Niu Youdao lived not long after, and personally delivered a pot of tea.

A small table was set up in the courtyard, and the three of them sat facing each other. When Shang Shuqing was pouring tea, she asked, "Master Dao, we have selected some suitable manpower here. The method of stitches will be used tomorrow. Can I invite Master Yuan..."

Niu Youdao casually pointed at Yuan Gang beside him, "Whether to teach is his business, don't ask me."

Shang Shuqing probed again: "My sister-in-law is also more interested in this, and wants to send some people to learn, maybe even come to learn in person, I wonder if it's convenient?"

Niu Youdao gave Yuan Gang another thumbs up, "It's none of my business, talk to him." After saying that, he took a cup of tea and drank it himself.

Shang Shuqing looked at Yuan Gang, and Yuan Gang nodded in agreement, got up and left without drinking tea. In fact, Yuan Gang has a habit of alerting him to the food delivered to his door by others. Once the Taoist eats it, he will not rush to touch it. The same is true for tea. It will take a while before he can eat it edible.

It's not that Niu Youdao is going to test the poison, nor is it that he doesn't believe in Shang Shuqing, but if there is any problem, both of them will fall down, and there will be no one to deal with it.

Between the two of them under the moon, Shang Shuqing hesitated to speak for several times. In fact, he really wanted to ask Niu Youdao where he was going to practice in seclusion, but in the end he didn't ask, but stared at Niu Youdao's casual ponytail and asked. , "Why doesn't Master Dao tie his hair?"

Niu Youdao hehe said: "I haven't tied it before, if I can't do it, I don't bother to tie it."

Shang Shuqing said oh, didn't say anything, sat for a while and then left.

That night, Yuan Gang came to Niu Youdao's house, and reminded Niu Youdao who was sitting cross-legged, "Feng Ruonan went to Shang Chaozong's room to spend the night, and some daily necessities were also moved there. It seems that they are officially living together."

Niu Youdao opened his eyes, hey, "This Lan Ruoting is so shameless, he really did this." He shook his head, and said, "Let's get up early tomorrow morning!"