The Grandmaster Strategist

In the 24th year of Wuwei's reign, Zhongying fell into poverty in Chang'an City. Suddenly one day, a man named Han came to visit and paid a large sum of money to pay his debt. Soon, Zhongying went to Binzhou to establish Haishi Shipping Company. In the twenty-fifth year of Wuwei, Haishi received a heavy investment and built large ships to go to the oceans, spanning thousands of miles of sea territory, and thus got the nickname Wuya.

——"Biography of Yong Shi Huo Shi"

Chi Ji almost didn't curse out loud. He never expected that King Qi would actually talk to him. Even an idiot would not rashly say his name when he saw himself with Lin Bi and others. Although King Qi still remembered him It felt strange, after all, we had only met him once when Jiang Zhe was treating Li Xian's injury in Nan Chu. While cursing fiercely in his heart, he said with a cheeky smile: "Return to the prince, the common people have been dismissed by the benefactor long ago. This time I come to the East China Sea to congratulate you. If the prince is interested, the common people are willing to introduce you."

Li Xian said "Oh" and said calmly: "Your master's temperament is too weird. He doesn't enjoy the glory and wealth, but he likes to ask for trouble." Then he smiled and said: "Princess Bi, although you and I have Hostile, but this is the East China Sea, and I don’t want to cause trouble. It’s rare that I can put aside military affairs. I don’t think the princess will refuse someone thousands of miles away. I intend to invite the princess to enjoy the sea view with me. I don’t know if I will have this honor.”

Lin Bi withdrew her gaze from Chi Ji, a cold light flashed in her eyes, and said: "Although Lin Bi is a woman, she doesn't want to miss the opportunity to talk to the prince, please."

Li Xian showed an expression of approval and followed Lin Bi towards the bow of the ship. When Li Xian passed by Rou Lan, he stopped and said with a smile: "My Lin'er is smaller than you, are you willing?" Don't you want to play with him for a while?" There was a confused look in Roulan's eyes, and she said to this familiar stranger: "Okay, but I am my sister. If he is disobedient, I will discipline him." Li Xian He laughed, and for the first time there was a real smile in his eyes, and said: "Okay, Lin'er, you heard me. If you don't listen to her, she can discipline you for me." After that, he walked to Next to Lin Bi on the bow of the ship, two guards separated everyone on the ship from them to prevent their conversation from being heard by irrelevant people.

Roulan proudly said to Li Lin: "Did you hear that? Your father said that he wants you to be my younger brother. That's great. My little brother can't walk yet. I can't discipline him yet, so I'll try first." Let me teach you."

Li Lin finally showed a troubled look on his face. At this moment, he really looked like a child, and Roulan had already pulled him and ran behind him, yelling as if he had found a new toy.

Looking at the vast sea with the same color as water and sky, Li Xian hesitated to speak. Lin Bi gently pulled her hair and said: "Why is His Highness Prince Qi silent? I think His Highness has something very important to discuss with me in secret. I didn’t avoid suspicion and was honest with His Highness, but why did His Highness become so reserved?”

Li Xian suddenly laughed, and Lin Bi was stunned. She immediately realized that her words were ambiguous and pun-intended. She blushed and said, "If the prince is unwilling to talk about business, then Lin Bi will have no choice but to resign."

Li Xian said calmly: "The princess must be carrying a heavy responsibility during this trip, but I wonder if the princess has considered the consequences?"

Lin Bi's face darkened and she said coldly: "I don't know what the prince means by this. I am sent as an envoy to the East China Sea by the king's order. I don't know what the consequences will be. Could it be that the East China Sea is under the jurisdiction of Dayong and cannot allow others to get involved?"

Li Xian sighed and said, "I have never liked to be troubled. The princess's mission to the East China Sea is a business matter, but my coming to attend the wedding banquet is a private matter. So no matter what the princess wants to do, I don't bother to care about it. But the princess is accompanying her on this trip." Quite a few, I have received a secret report. Several disciples of Jing Wuji, the master of the Demon Sect, were supposed to stay with General Long to protect him, but they have disappeared these days. I originally thought that General Long was worried about the safety of the princess, so he let them accompany him. Protection, but when I saw it today, there were no such people around the princess. They had always been protecting the princess in secret. If the princess didn’t mean to do something, why did she hide them? "

Lin Bi turned her head slightly to prevent the murderous intent in her eyes from leaking out.

He smiled and said: "Your Highness is overly concerned, or these people have been sent to do things by Ting Fei. Maybe they are now serving as scouts in your Dayong territory?"

Li Xian smiled slightly and said: "Since the princess said so, then so be it. Binzhou belongs to Dayong in name, but is actually controlled by the Marquis of Donghai. However, although the power of the Marquis of Donghai is not small, it is mainly at sea, so Binzhou is instead It is the weakest place in the power of the Marquis of Donghai. After all, no one is willing to waste strength on a territory that may be lost at any time, so the princess dares to bring a large number of people to Binzhou, and she also has a way to mobilize them to do anything. With one blow, she can spread far and wide. The masters of the Northern Han Dynasty's riding and shooting skills will naturally allow them to withdraw into your country at any time. I just want to warn the princess that some people can be offended, but some people are better not to be offended."

Lin Bi's heart moved. She came to the East China Sea. Only she knew why. The rest of the people were just following orders, and she was only given the order to "act cheaply". Why did King Qi's tone sound like he knew that he What about dealing with Jiang Zhe? Although he has made a plan to assassinate Jiang Zhe, various conditions are needed to put it into practice. He needs to find Jiang Zhe's hiding place, and he must be at least 60 to 70% sure before he can act. Right now, he He didn't dare to say that this plan would definitely be accomplished. He brought a lot of people, but most of them were to deal with Nan Chu's possible actions.

When Li Xian saw Lin Bi being silent, he couldn't help but feel amused. He came here to ask for a meeting with that person. He thought that the East China Sea was vast, and if he couldn't get help from the Marquis of Donghai, he would not be able to meet him. He didn't expect that the man actually sent an envoy yesterday. Come to meet me, that person has set up countless ears and eyes in Binzhou City, and he knows everything big and small. Even if he comes in such a hurry, he still can't avoid his eyes and ears, let alone Lin Bi, who is already eye-catching. .

Lin Bi wanted to assassinate Jiang Zhe, which Li Xian didn't find strange. When Jiang Zhe first entered Dayong, wasn't he assassinated by Fengyimen and Nanchu? When such a person lives in the world, many people will naturally have trouble sleeping and eating. It's okay, the Northern Han Dynasty and Dayong Dynasty have been at war with each other for many years and are life-and-death enemies. No matter what they want to do, it's not surprising. What's more, the Northern Han Dynasty has its own heroes. How could he not think that Jiang Zhe is the only one who can reconcile his relationship with the emperor's brother? Didn’t he come here to ask for help because of his current predicament? However, Li Xian really wanted to know why Jiang Zhe didn't set a trap to catch all the Northern Han masters, but instead let himself scare the snake and force Lin Bi to give up the assassination.

Glancing at Lin Bi, he saw that the murderous look was still lurking in her eyes, and she was even more fearful and suspicious. Li Xian shook his head slightly and said, "Your Highness should have seen spiders hunting for prey, spreading their dragnets and laying heavy ambushes, just waiting for the enemy to fall into the net." , it means that he will definitely die. The person whom the princess is afraid of is best at planning. By the time you think of dealing with him, you have already been deeply trapped in the net, and it is difficult to fight back. He has been in the East China Sea for nearly three years, and this place has already been This is his territory, and the princess can’t hide anything she does from him.”

Lin Bi felt a chill in her heart. At this moment, she finally understood that the rumors were true. Her actions had already fallen into that person's calculations, otherwise how could King Qi know about it. But doubts arose in his heart again. Could it be that King Qi and Jiang Zhe had secret contacts for a long time? Otherwise, how could King Qi know these things? But why did King Qi warn him that Jiang Zhe had already taken the lead? Isn't this the case with Jiang Zhe? The more she thought about it, the more complicated it became. Lin Bi forced a smile and said: "Thank you for the advice, Your Majesty. I am just worried about the safety of my sister-in-law, so I brought a few more subordinates. Although Donghai is neutral, it is getting closer to Dayong. Your Majesty." You can’t blame me for being more vigilant. However, I am curious. I think the prince has long known that the man is living in seclusion in the East China Sea, so why did the Yong court let him wander around? It would be a pity if such a talent is not put to good use. "

Seeing that the murderous look in Lin Bi's eyes had subsided, Li Xian said happily: "Princess, don't worry too much. If the princess had seen that man, she would know that his temper is really weird. I only saw the envoy he sent after I came to the East China Sea. What this person loves most in his life is Mingyue Qingfeng, and he avoids military and political matters as much as possible. The East China Sea is vast, and he is protected by the Marquis of the East China Sea. Although the emperor brother and I have the intention to invite him back, it is a pity that he is like a dragon but never ends. His secluded place cannot be found, and his father has not let go, and his brother is not willing to search in a big way. Moreover, the Marquis of Donghai still has a grudge against Dayong, and his brother does not want to offend him. If it were not for me. I was so embarrassed by General Long that I didn't dare to be so reckless. I didn't even know where he was hiding in seclusion, so I came to ask for his help. I originally planned to force the Marquis of Donghai to introduce him. But thanks to the princess, I just came. I saw his messenger in the East China Sea."

Lin Bi's mood has gradually calmed down. The assassination of Jiang Zhe was originally a last resort. Now that it has been discovered, there is no need to force it. It is better to improvise, or there will be greater gains. It is interesting to watch. Looking at Li Xian, he thought to himself, if it comes to it, killing this man might be more valuable.

Li Xian saw Lin Bi's strange smile and immediately guessed what she was thinking. He laughed heartily and said, "Princess, don't be so cruel. Speaking of which, General Long and I also cherish each other. Being able to fight life and death on the battlefield is not a lifetime experience." It's a great thing. No matter how effective those conspiracies are, they are also extremely poisonous. We soldiers who are fighting for victory with our lives, why do we need to scheming outside the battlefield? Let the civil servants do those things. Princess, why not If General Sui Long and this king meet each other in life and death on the battlefield, wouldn't it be a happy life and no regrets in death?"

Lin Bi felt her heart surge after hearing this. This was what she was thinking, but it was a pity that the Northern Han Dynasty was already stretched thin with the power of one state to fight against the Central Plains. If the stalemate continued, even if they won, the national strength would be exhausted, and the country would be even more exhausted. How much more so when the King of Qi stands firm and clears the country, even if he wants to win, he has no way to win? She glanced at Li Xian and saw that he had swept away the gloom and indifference just now, his brows were full of energy, and his smile was filled with the pride of looking down on the world. She couldn't help but think to herself, fighting a bloody battle with such a person on the battlefield is really a great achievement in life. Happy news. Thinking of this, Lin Bi felt proud and said loudly: "Bring me some wine."

Lin Bi's two guards heard this and quickly brought two wine bags over. Lin Bi took one herself and signaled to Li Xian with her eyes. Li Xian understood and took one of the wine bags. Lin Bi smiled and said: "This is the best liquor in the Northern Han Dynasty. We Daizhou people have a custom. If you meet your best friend or the most respectable enemy, you should invite him to drink wine together. If he is a friend, , From now on, we must treat each other with sincerity. If we are enemies, we should not hate each other when we meet in life or death in the future. The prince is so heroic, if Ting Fei is here, he will definitely invite the prince to have a drink with him. Although Bi is a woman, he consciously does not want to show off to men, so he invites the prince Let’s drink strong wine together, and we will meet on the battlefield in the future, and we will die without hatred.”

Li Xian's eyes were bright, and he said after a while: "The princess is indeed a beautiful woman, and Brother Long is indeed very lucky. Okay, I'll drink this wine." After that, Li Xian pulled out the stopper of the wine bag and drank it in a big gulp. This wine bag can hold half a kilogram of liquor. Li Xian relied on his large capacity for alcohol and deep internal strength to drink it all in one breath. The liquor entered his stomach. Li Xian only felt a little top-heavy, but he still poured the wine bag to indicate that it was dripping. Does not exist.

Lin Bi saw it, smiled slightly, raised the wine bag and drank it all in one gulp, but her face only showed a slight blush. She chanted loudly: "We meet strangers and become close friends. I saw this in the battlefield when I was young." After chanting, she turned around and walked into the cabin without saying a word.

Li Xian was shocked. He felt that these two lines of Lin Bi's poems were upright, but also meaningful. After reciting them again and again, he felt fascinated and looked forward to the reunion in life and death.

At this time, the guards scolded from behind Li Xian, and then a clear and elegant voice said: "Hai Li wants to see His Highness King Qi."

Li Xian didn't look back and said calmly: "Let him come over."

Hai Li walked up behind King Qi and said respectfully: "Hai Li, a common man, is called Pirate Li under the Young Master, and I would like to pay my respects to His Highness."

Li Xian looked back at Hai Li and said, "No need to be polite. Why did Sui Yun change his mind and meet me in advance?"

Pirates Li replied: "My lord, it is rumored that since His Highness has come to the East China Sea, it is better to go and see the Marquis of the East China Sea. I am afraid that the Marquis of the East China Sea's happy event will not go smoothly this time. Your Highness should not miss it."

Li Xian smiled and said: "Sui Yun is always so secretive, that's all. I'm very satisfied to be able to see him so easily, but since something will happen at the wedding banquet, is it too dangerous for two children to go? "

Pirates Li said: "Your Highness, don't worry, the young master has already made arrangements. This is the best opportunity for the Marquis of Donghai to surrender to Dayong. Both sides have steps to go. Moreover, the young master said that everything is ready now and the net should be closed." Well, Binzhou was originally the only access to the outside world for the Northern Han Dynasty. As long as this place is closed, His Highness can complete the task of capturing the Northern Han Dynasty. Your Highness should not miss this opportunity."

Li Xian said thoughtfully: "Why, Sui Yun also thinks the time is ripe, but now is the time when the Northern Han Dynasty is most prosperous?" When he said this, he saw Tao Li's somewhat embarrassed look, and laughed and said: "I forgot, this is not a military camp. Okay, tell Sui Yun, I am convinced. I think the letter from the emperor brother has already arrived in the East China Sea."

Looking at Pirate Li again, King Qi said: "The same goes for Sui Yun. If you are a talented person like you, why would you be a businessman if you don't seek a wife and son? If you are interested, I will ask Sui Yun. , wouldn’t it be good for you to be an official?”

Pirates Li was stunned for a moment and said: "Your Highness is so kind to the common people, and the common people are so grateful. It's just that although the common people are white now, they travel thousands of miles to foreign lands with merchant ships. They feel that it is more fun than anything else. It doesn't matter whether they have an official position or not." Yes, and if the common people follow the young master, they will serve Dayong, so there is no need to go out of their way to become an official."

Li Xian felt relieved after hearing this. Just by listening to the tone of the thief, he knew that Jiang Zhe had no intention of watching. It seemed that although he had been living in seclusion in the past few years, he had made a lot of preparations, so he was invited to come out. There should be no problem with mediation. Li Xian couldn't help but smile when he thought that the troubles that had plagued him for several years could disappear.

At this time, Xiao Roulan's clear and moving singing voice came from the distance: "Holding my hand on the blue waves, I can see the sea and the sky. My heart is far away from the solitary sail, and my body is like a light boat. The waves divide the shadow of the sun, and the mountain island swallows the roar. The desert is flat. Outside the smoke, there are egrets flying across the sky."

Li Xian felt relaxed and happy after listening to it, and thought in his heart, Roulan sang, must be Jiang Zhe's new lyrics, holding the blue waves in his hand, looking at the sea and the sky, thinking that Changle and him must have a deep love for each other, and they would have endless fun. Looking up, he saw blue waves like mirrors, white clouds, and the same color as the sea and sky. He couldn't help but calm down in his heart. He was not afraid of bloody battles on the battlefield, but he hated the disputes between the government and the opposition. Nowadays, rumors are flying up and down in Dayong, and most of them are directed at him. He was either saying that he wanted to lead troops to rebel, or that the emperor wanted to settle accounts after the fall, although he knew in his heart that even if Li Zhi wanted to use up all the birds and hide the bows, he would not rush it at this time. But Li Xian may not believe this kind of rumor, and Li Zhi in Chang'an City may not believe it, but the important officials in the government and the public, and the powerful generals in the army only half-believe it, which makes the army's morale fluctuate and the logistics unstable. If it continues like this, it will be defeated by Long. Ting Fei took it. After he learned about the wedding of the Marquis of Donghai's son, he suddenly thought that Jiang Zhe's seclusion in Donghai was something that both he and Li Zhi knew well. Although there was no real belief, it was still vaguely certain. I think this person has been living in seclusion for nearly three years. He must have been lazy enough. If he didn't come out to help at this time, wouldn't it be too heartless? After all, he is the son-in-law of the Li family now. He can't watch his brother climb the wall and become a fisherman. Take advantage.

At this time, a little boy's singing voice came from the distance. It must have been Roulan forcing Lin'er to sing, but after only listening to a few words, Li Xian felt a sharp pain in his heart and his face turned pale. .

"A pair of white doves came flying from the southeast. They were ten to five and five to five. It was difficult to list them. Suddenly they died of fatigue and illness and could not fly with them. They looked back for five miles and wandered for six miles. I want to carry you away. Silence cannot be opened. I want to carry you away, how can my feathers be ruined? I am happy to know each other, and I am worried about being separated. I hesitate to look at the group of lovers, and tears fall down. We are far away from each other, we cry to each other in sorrow, and our hearts are sad. Weeping blood, tearful eyes and farewell. Seeing you fall to the northwest, why should I go to the southeast? I miss you for your kindness in the past, but I can't express my hatred."

The sad singing almost drove Li Xian crazy, the desolate military tent guarding the border, and the tragic song when the tears were over under the bright moon. Just as the tears were about to fall, Li Xian suddenly realized, and he walked to the cabin behind. Li Lin was singing a song with a look of despair and sadness on his face, and Roulan was looking at him in horror.

Before Li Xian could walk over, Rou Lan had already covered Li Lin's mouth and said, "I won't force you to sing the song, you make it so sad."

Li Xian was shocked. What did Li Lin know at such a young age? He clearly imitated him like this after seeing his usual demeanor. Strong regret welled up in his heart. He just wanted to keep him by his side to prevent people from plotting to harm him, but he He didn't expect that all his misery would be seen by this child, and he was busy with military affairs. In order to protect this child, he couldn't help but be a little cold to him. Moreover, to be honest, he didn't know how to take care of a child. Come to think of it, over the past two years, it's not just me who has suffered. The most miserable and helpless person is Lin'er, who has lost his mother and cannot be nourished by his father's love.

At this time, Li Lin had already seen his father, and he couldn't help but shrink behind Rou Lan. His father was a cold tyrant to him, and this little girl who was obviously shorter than him, with her soft and delicate body, that The fragrant smell made Li Lin feel as if he had returned to his childhood and his mother's arms.

Li Xian strode forward, picked up Li Lin, and said pleasantly: "Don't be afraid, Lin'er. It's all your father's fault. This time, your father will take you to see your aunt. Do you want to stay with your aunt?"

A trace of panic flashed in Li Lin's eyes and he said, "Daddy, don't drive Lin'er away." He held Li Xian's clothes tightly and refused to let go.

Li Xian smiled and said: "You silly boy, your father is busy fighting and has no time to take care of you. Your aunt is compassionate and kind. She will definitely treat you as if she were her own child, and she also has a little sister to play with."

Li Lin looked at Roulan with doubtful eyes, and Li Xian smiled and said: "Smart, not bad, you can call her Sister Lan from now on."

A rare bright smile appeared on Li Lin's face. Li Xian's heart ached and he hugged his son tightly.

As soon as she walked out of the hatch, Lin Tong saw Chi Ji standing in the distance. Her heart ached. He already knew what happened just now. The identity of this person was already obvious. Even if she wanted to pretend not to know, she couldn't. It’s impossible. She walked straight out as if she hadn't seen Chi Ji. Chi Ji suddenly reached out and took her arm. Lin Tong's face turned cold and she said, "What are you going to do?" Her voice was not loud so as not to disturb others.

Chi Ji apologized: "I didn't mean to deceive you."

Lin Tong said coldly: "What have you deceived me, Miracle Doctor Bole!" Her tone was full of resentment and sentimentality.

Chi Ji was silent for a moment and said: "I didn't tell a few lies, but I didn't say that my benefactor was Jiang Zhe and Jiang Suiyun, and it was expedient to agree to General Long to serve the Northern Han Dynasty. I didn't want to stay." It means spying on military intelligence in the Northern Han Dynasty."

Lin Tong said indifferently: "I understand, you have nothing wrong with this matter. The two countries are at war, each is his own master."

Chi Ji was stung by her cold gaze and couldn't help but let go of his hand. Although he felt that he had not done anything excessive, he still felt guilty welling up in his heart.

Lin Tong walked a few steps, stopped and said, "You don't owe me anything. I have a bad temper and took it out on you. Wang Ji, will you follow your master to attack our Northern Han Dynasty in the future?"

Chi Ji was stunned for a moment and said categorically: "No."

Lin Tong was stunned for a moment and said: "You should be very suitable to be a scout, and you are also familiar with the Northern Han Dynasty, right?"

Chi Ji whispered: "Young Master will never force us to do anything. The world is so big, I can still do other things myself, and, besides, I don't want to see you on the battlefield."

Lin Tong smiled. Although Chi Ji couldn't see her smile, it could be seen from her undulating shoulders that she was laughing hard, but there was a deep sadness in her laughter. After a while, Lin Tong stopped laughing. He said in a voice: "You are too cowardly. It would be great to be like my sister and King Li Xian of Qi. Although we cherish each other, we still make an appointment to meet on the battlefield. There is no hatred between life and death. There is no hatred between life and death. If you also go to fight with us, I will be on the battlefield." If I kill you, I will naturally not hate you when the time comes, so what does it matter if you hate me? Bloodless common man, I, Lin Tong, will never show mercy to a coward like you."

Chi Ji didn't say anything. After being well trained as a spy, he could see what Lin Tong's clenched fists and the tightness all over her body meant. But he didn't step forward to comfort her, because he knew how deep the gap was between the two of them. Instead of wallowing in sweet dreams, it was better to cut off the emotional entanglement like this. This beautiful girl like a flame will be the secret deep in his heart.

He walked out silently, and just as the hatch was about to close, he heard whimpering sounds. But he resisted and did not look back. Maybe he did not miss Nanchu or Dayong, but that figure as deep as the sea and as straightforward as the wind was the master he could never disobey or betray.

In a corner of Penglai Island in the East China Sea, in a small harbor facing the sea and backed by a mountain, there is an elegant and pleasant small manor called Jinghai Villa. Although the manor occupies a large area, there are only a few pavilions and pavilions, scattered among the green trees. , like a fairyland. In a small red building halfway up the mountain, a scholar in Tsing Yi was writing a post, leaving flowing handwriting on the snow-white rice paper. At this time, a gentle and slightly worried voice came from behind: "Lan'er is still young. Don’t worry about her going to a place like that. You, as a father, don’t feel sorry for her, but I, as a mother, still feel sorry for her?”

The scholar in Tsing Yi put down his pen, looked at his completed copybook with satisfaction, and said with a smile: "It is true that a loving mother often loses her son, so you should just leave this matter alone. Will I not send someone to protect Lan'er?" "

The bead curtain moved slightly, and a graceful moon-white figure walked out of the room, saying coquettishly: "You always like to play tricks like this, that's all, I won't argue with you, if Lan'er is hurt in any way, I won't spare you. .”

The scholar in green laughed loudly, stretched out his hand to take the woman in white into his arms, and said with a smile: "Okay, if Lan'er is hurt in any way, I will let you deal with it." He raised his head, revealing his delicate and elegant face. It is a little difficult to tell a person's age. If you look at his appearance alone, he is probably only 20 or 30 years old. However, his hair is light gray. Although the luster is still the same as his age, it still has some traces of the years. His temples It is even more starry. If someone says that he is forty or fifty years old, it is not a bad idea. And his expression and demeanor are as indifferent and deep as a deep mountain pool, which means that he is already sixty or seventy years old and has reached the age to see through the warmth and coldness of the world. Even at his age, no one would doubt him.

When the woman in white saw his face, she couldn't help but sigh softly, and she snuggled into his arms and stopped talking. At this time, a baby's cry suddenly came from behind. The two of them looked at each other and walked hand in hand to the inner room.