Chapter 172 Brother Is so Loyal

Ouyue country.

The capital of Ouyue King Ouyang Yao was established in today's Wenzhou area. Since King Wei of Chu destroyed Yue, the descendants of King Goujian of Yue were scattered. One of them settled in Ou and proclaimed himself king and established the country.

Because of its remote location, far away from the center of the power whirlpool of the Central Plains, and because Chu State was busy competing with Qin. For the descendants of the Yue Kingdom in a remote corner, most of them adopted a policy of appeasement. Therefore, there have been few disputes in Ouyue since the founding of the People's Republic of China.

The salty smell comes from the sea. This is a small harbor. Liu Ji stood on the dock and looked into the distance. A fleet of ships escorting goods was slowly approaching. He breathed an inexplicable sigh of relief.

"Finally arrived safely."

Liu Ji's hanging heart was finally relieved. Gein was escorting a lot of goods this time, and they were very important. However, the empire set up many checkpoints along the road from Kuaiji County to Ouyue Kingdom and placed a large number of military guards. It was impossible for such large-scale smuggled goods to pass safely across the border.

Of course, if Liu Ji took out the token that Ying Ziyi gave him, then these would not be a problem. But the important thing is that Liu Ji cannot reveal his identity. Therefore, Liu Ji could only choose sea transportation.

In this era, the risks of shipping are still quite high. The fleet may hit a rock wherever it sails, and it may sink in the sea wind wherever it sails.

Shipping is full of uncertainties. If possible, Liu Ji would never choose this route. But this time the deal between Shennongtang and King Ouyue was too tight.

Liu Ji loves to gamble and loses nine out of ten times. However, this time, he seems to have won the bet.

The three large ships slowly docked and their anchors were lowered. Liu Ji ordered the disciples from Shennong Hall and the sailors from Siyue Hall on the ship to start unloading the cargo.

Boxes of heavy goods were carried off the ship and loaded onto the vehicle.

"Brother Liu Ji, when are you going to gamble?" Situ Wanli, the leader of Siyue Hall, got off the boat. He was addicted to gambling, so he pulled Liu Ji and asked.

"You can do it anytime, but let's get down to business first." Liu Ji pointed behind him and said with a smile.

"what is this?"

Situ Wanli looked at Liu Ji and saw a variety of cars behind him. He spread his hands, helpless. Not only were these vehicles different in size, but the animals they carried were also very different. Some used horses, some used oxen, some used dogs, and some actually used giant rhinos.

Ouyue's national strength is weak, and the whole country may not be able to raise an army of 10,000 people. Not to mention a decent transport fleet. Situ Wanli thought to himself that Liu Ji could find such a fleet to transport goods, and he had to say that he was extremely talented.

"The Zhu family has suffered a lot of blood this time. Tell me, brother, what exactly is Shennongtang's plan?" Situ Wanli put his hand on Liu Ji's shoulder and asked in a low voice.

"The direction of the wind has changed." Liu Ji said with emotion.

"What do you mean?" Situ Wanli's mustache twitched, a little confused. Liu Ji, who had always been quiet, suddenly became profound when he spoke.

"The peasant family has submitted to the empire, no, to be precise, it has submitted to the master Fusu. Since we are now working under others, we should share the worries of the master." Liu Ji said nonchalantly.

"I heard that the empire's army has been making frequent changes recently, and your brother said so. So it seems that the rumor is true?"

Situ Wanli is in charge of Siyuetang and is well-informed. Soon, he had some guesses about the Zhu family's plan.

Emperor Qin is going to take action against Baiyue. Ou Yue was at the forefront and was the first target of the imperial army's attack. However, the young master Fu Susheng became the eldest son of the empire, but he was firmly suppressed by the Qin Prince. If this time, Fusu could win the first prize in the empire's attack on Baiyue. Then the eldest son will definitely score a lot of points in front of Emperor Qin.

"That's not right!" Situ Wanli, a mature man, looked at Liu Ji, "I'm afraid it's not just that!"

"That's right." Liu Ji nodded, with a look on his face that he had guessed it right, and said: "As you think, brother, Shennongtang has always had business dealings with Ouyue and Minyue. It can be said that these two families are my The financial backer of Shennongtang. If there is any loss between the two, the source of funds of Shennongtang will be greatly damaged, and how will we be able to compete with Lieshantang? I have another mission here this time, which is to persuade King Ouyue to invest tens of millions of dollars. Don't think too hard, just follow the empire and fight hard."

"Hahaha!" Situ Wanli laughed, "Ouyang Yao wouldn't be so unreasonable, right?"

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The capital of King Ouyue is more like a large town than a city.

The arrival of Liu Ji's motorcade attracted great attention. After passing through the city gate and walking on the dirt road, many Ouyue people cast voyeuristic glances along the way.

The land of Ouyue has been closed for a long time, and there is little communication with the outside world. In addition, Yue people always have disheveled hair and no clothes. Therefore, before King Gou Jian of Yue, all the countries in the Central Plains were ashamed of him. Later, Gou Jian annexed Wu State and established his hegemony. He began to learn etiquette from the Central Plains and resumed wearing clothes. However, the King of Yue's borderless attack on Chu failed, and the Yue people dispersed to the areas south of the Yangtze River and Guangdong. They were wandering all the way, and how could they care about their clothes?

Therefore, when Liu Ji was walking on the street, he could still see some Ouyue people with disheveled hair and gray faces.

Liu Ji's caravan is very important to these people. The novelties from the Central Plains and some necessities of life brought by the caravan often make the Ouyue people put it down.

Liu Ji used these small commodities to purchase jade, pearls, elephant tusks, and rhinoceros horns from Ouyue and Minyue, and then sold them back to the Central Plains at high prices. The high profits brought by the price difference between these two ends are the expenses of Shennongtang, the most powerful farmer.

Therefore, the Zhu family, the head of Shennong Hall, does not want chaos between Ouyue and Minyue. It would be best if the status quo can be maintained.

But it all depends on Ouyue King Ouyang Yao's attitude towards the empire.

To be respectful or to be disobedient. This is the difference between life and death.

"What do you mean, Master?" Situ Wanli asked Liu Ji. He was very curious as to why Mr. Fusu handed over this matter to Shennong Hall instead of Lieshan Hall, which was closer to him.

"Go to the king's house, Mr. Yi. This is the bottom line." Liu Ji said deeply, looking at the sky in the distance, a storm was coming.

Situ Wanli took a breath, asking a king to remove his king's title was simply an insult, and it was not something that could be done easily. No wonder Prince Fusu handed over this matter to Shennongtang.

"The Emperor of Qin abolished Zhou rites and implemented new policies throughout the country. If King Ouyue still retains the title of king, wouldn't this be a naked slap in the face of Emperor Qin? This is the only thing that cannot be changed no matter what. If King Ouyue is not willing, Without the king's title, all that awaits him is the army of the empire."

"I'm afraid this won't be easy to do!" Situ Wanli was worried. Looking from the side, he saw the inexplicable smile on Liu Ji's face fleetingly.

"That's not necessarily the case!"

Situ Wanli followed Liu Ji into the royal city. In front of the palace gate (actually a relatively large wooden door), a strong man wearing brocade clothes but with disheveled hair was already waiting there.

"Brother Liu Ji, you have kept me waiting for a long time. Don't think of any excuses to slip away from today's dinner."

"No, no, I'm tired from the journey and it's time to get drunk and rest." Liu Ji smiled, put aside the goods in the convoy, and followed the man into the royal city.

After looking away, Situ Wanli pulled Liu Ji's sleeve and asked, "Who is this?"

"Ouyang Yao, King of Ouyue!"

Boom, Situ Wanli's heart resounded like thunder, this man who looks like a rich man with no resemblance to a king is actually the King of Ouyue?

The surprise in Situ Wanli's heart had not disappeared, but he saw Liu Ji chatting happily with King Ouyue, and even started to hook up. Situ Wanli shook his head and chuckled, "This kid."

By evening, it had begun to rain heavily. However, the banquet in the palace was quite lively.

In the kingdom of Ouyue, everyone from Ouyang Yao, the king of Ouyue, to a small captain of thousands, were all listed. Most of them have disheveled hair, and some even bare their breasts.

Situ Wanli traveled all over the Central Plains and attended many banquets held by royal family members, but he had never seen such a special banquet.

This is more like a group of bandits having a dinner than a royal state banquet.

But looking at Liu Ji, he looked happy to accept it. Situ Wanli had to admire him. Looking at the entire wooden hall, Liu Ji could get to know everyone he met and drink two glasses of wine. Some even call him brothers. This guy really has his way!

I saw Liu Ji blushing, walking around the hall, and finally returned to King Ouyue. Situ Wanli knew that he was getting down to business.

"My lord! I have something to discuss with you. If I, Liu Ji, say something wrong, just think it's a fart."

"If you have anything to do, just say it. When have I not taken care of your Liu Ji's affairs?"

"That's right, I got the exact news that Qin wants to attack Ouyue."

"What? Why? My Ouyue country is only as big as a palm, and it has not hindered his victory in the government. Why should he hit me?" Ouyang shook his head and said blankly, feeling quite dissatisfied.

"Yes!" Liu Ji sat on all fours next to King Ouyue, slapped his thigh, and echoed: "That's what I told people when I first heard the news. Why does Ying Zheng beat you, the king? You don't want to offend the river. But I heard that this was the idea of ​​the Qin army. If they want military glory, they can only fight! Your Majesty, you don't know what will happen after the Qin army passes. The end of the road Withered bones and no tiles left. There is no word to describe the misery."

"Then what should I do?" Liu Ji even fooled King Ou Yue with some deception.

"Surrender, there is no other way." Liu Ji said.

"If I surrender, can Ying Zheng spare me?" Ouyang Yao asked.

"It shouldn't be a problem. Your Majesty, you don't know. Recently, our farm family has taken refuge with Fusu, the eldest son of the empire. Brother, I will try my best to find ways to follow him. As long as you are willing to surrender and let them take away your throne, at most I'll give you a new surname. As for your land, I'll let you manage it, how about it!" Liu Ji was so drunk that his face was red. He patted his chest and said very grandly, with a look like his brother's. Show loyalty.

"Thank you very much, brother Liu Ji." King Ouyue quickly toasted Liu Ji, and Liu Ji also looked like he accepted it happily.

This Liu Ji.

Situ Wanli, who saw everything in his eyes, shook his head unconsciously. This Liu Ji really sold others out, and others have to thank him.

When the banquet broke up, it was almost early in the morning. Situ Wanli pulled Liu Ji out of the hall holding the wine jar.

When he walked out of the hall, the cold wind blew, and Liu Ji's drunkenness was immediately reduced by half, and the next thing he felt was the cold.

"Brother Liu Ji, you have fooled King Ouyue. But what are you going to do with King Wuzhu of Minyue? I heard that he is not a good person."

"The soldiers will block it, the water will cover it with the soil. What's the big deal." Liu Ji stretched out and felt a surge of sleepiness.

For Liu Ji now, the king of Yue Wuzhu is not the most important thing. Getting a bed to sleep on is the real thing.