Nine dragons fight for the throne, I don't want to sit on this throne

The death of Zhao Tianling and the suicide of the second prince Chu Ming caused a lot of controversy in the next few days.

Everyone knew that since the crown prince of Zhao had died, revenge would definitely follow.

For a time, people in the city were in panic and worried.

However, it was rumored that the King of Chu, who was highly expected by the emperor, was asked to be in charge of the imperial examination and was not allowed to go to Bingzhou. Instead, Feng Anguo, the assistant minister of the Ministry of War, was transferred back from another front line.

The people did not understand the court's handling of the matter, but they were powerless to change anything and could only wait for news.

A few days later, Feng Anguo received the emperor's order and immediately returned to Beijing. He went to the palace to report the situation on the front line and the Dayan Dynasty as soon as possible.

But after leaving the palace, he did not return to his own residence, but went to the Prince of Chu's Palace.

"Daddy!"

At the gate of Prince Chu's Palace.

Feng Mulan, who hadn't seen her father for a long time, greeted him with a smile on her face.

Feng Anguo, who looked exhausted and serious, glanced at her and said coldly, "I'll talk about your matter after I get back. Take me to see His Royal Highness the King of Chu immediately!"

This time Chu Ning wrote a letter and summoned him personally, so he had to come.

Firstly, Chu Ning has a special status. He is not only a prince, but also in charge of Bingzhou. Naturally, he has to establish a good relationship with Chu Ning when going to the front line this time.

Without Chu Ning's support, it would be almost impossible to fight against Zhao State in Bingzhou.

Secondly, his daughter was in Prince Chu’s mansion, so how could he not give face to Chu Ning?

Feng Mulan knew her father's character very well. She chuckled and took his arm and walked into the mansion.

When I arrived outside the living room, I saw Chu Ning waiting alone inside from afar.

Feng Anguo pushed Feng Mulan's hand away and said in a deep voice, "Father has something to discuss with His Royal Highness the Prince of Chu alone. Please wait outside first."

After saying this, Feng Anguo walked straight into the living room without waiting for Feng Mulan to refuse.

Feng Mulan pouted, stomped her foot, turned around and left.

At this time, Feng Anguo came into the hall and bowed: "Greetings to His Majesty the King of Chu!"

Chu Ning nodded slightly and gestured with his hand: "Master Feng, sit down and talk."

The two exchanged pleasantries and then took their seats.

Without waiting for Chu Ning to speak, Feng Anguo took the initiative to say, "Thank you, Your Highness, the King of Chu, for your mediation this time. Otherwise, I am afraid I will never see my daughter again."

Feng Anguo was dissatisfied with the fact that the Second Prince had arranged the marriage between Feng Mulan and Zhao Tianling without telling him.

But since it was a matter of national importance, he didn't dare to object.

Now that Zhao Tianling is dead and the second prince is also gone, he has just expressed his thoughts.

At the same time, it is also conveying goodwill to Chu Ning.

After all, we have to go to Bingzhou, which is Chu Ning's territory. If we want to resist the State of Zhao there, we must have a good relationship with Chu Ning.

Chu Ning knew this very well, and nodded and smiled, "Lord Feng, there is no need to do this. Princess Mingyue and my princess have a very good relationship. As long as I can, I will naturally not stand idly by."

After a pause, Chu Ning continued, "I have only one purpose for asking Lord Feng to come here this time. I believe that Lord Feng is smart and must understand what I mean, right?"

"This……"

Feng Anguo frowned, showing hesitation: "If Your Highness has any plan for the upcoming battle, I am willing to listen."

Battle planning?

This Lord Feng is really naive.

As expected, the military generals knew nothing about politics.

Chu Ning shook his head and said indifferently: "This king has absolute autonomy over Bingzhou. With just one word from this king, you will not be able to take a single step in Bingzhou.

Let alone a fierce battle with Zhao, I'm afraid we won't even be able to defend the city. Does Lord Feng agree with this?"

Feng Anguo was silent.

In fact, he has never wanted to get involved in political struggles.

In the past, I supported the Second Prince only because of the situation, not because of my sincerity.

But now, listening to Chu Ning's words, it was clear that he was asking him to show his loyalty.

If I refuse, not only will I return empty-handed, but I might even lose my life.

Bingzhou was governed by Chu Ning alone. All the people there were promoted by Chu Ning. Chu Ning only needed to say a word and no one would listen to his orders as the commander.

But once you show your loyalty, you will be completely tied to Chu Ning in the same boat, and you will prosper and suffer together.

While thinking, Chu Ning suddenly asked, "Lord Feng, do you know how the second brother's mansion and the ministers who followed him are doing now?"

Feng Anguo's face looked a little grim: "The Second Prince's residence was confiscated, and all his property was returned to the national treasury. The ministers who originally supported the Second Prince were either exiled or demoted."

Chu Ning raised his lips slightly, and then asked: "Lord Feng also supports my second brother, but do you know why you are the only one who is fine, and even have to go to Bingzhou to serve as the commander?"

"This……"

Feng Anguo shook his head, a puzzled look on his face.

He actually didn't understand this matter.

Chu Ning chuckled and said, "It's very simple, because you are the Minister of War, you can control the troops of Bingzhou when you go to Bingzhou!

In other words, you are still useful to the emperor, but once you lose your usefulness, your fate will be the same as that of the other ministers who supported my second brother."

As soon as these words were spoken, Feng Anguo's face suddenly turned ugly.

Although he was not very sensitive to politics, he was not a fool. The words were so clear, how could he not understand that the emperor kept him in order to restrain Chu Ning.

This is a plan of the Emperor against the King of Chu!

Thinking of this, Feng Anguo narrowed his eyes and reacted: "So, this means I only have two options?"

Chu Ning nodded and smiled, "Yes, Lord Feng, you can choose to become the chess piece of the emperor and go to Bingzhou to check and balance me, but I will not sit still and wait for death. I will definitely find ways to solve any hidden dangers.

Of course, you can also choose to stand on my side and cooperate with General Han Xing to defeat the State of Zhao and make great contributions! "

Threat, this is a naked threat!

If you don't surrender, you will be eliminated!

Feng Anguo didn't expect things to be so serious, and a solemn look appeared on his face.

Standing on the emperor's side, Chu Ning would definitely find a way to eliminate this hidden danger in Bingzhou.

If he stood on Chu Ning's side, the emperor would also find a way to deal with this disobedient chess piece!

It's a dilemma, neither advancing nor retreating!

"Can you give me a day to think about this matter?" Feng Anguo tried to give himself some time to calm down.

But Chu Ning chuckled and said, "It's too late. My father must know that Lord Feng came to my mansion. You can only make a choice now!

Don't worry, if you cooperate with me in this play, you can completely dispel my father's suspicion of you.

As long as you go to Bingzhou safely and defeat Zhao, there is no reason for your father to punish you even if he wants to!"

After a pause, Chu Ning narrowed his eyes, flashing a cold light: "Of course, you can also go to the palace now and tell my father what I just said, and choose to betray me!"

As soon as he said this, Feng Anguo suddenly felt a chill on his back.

He knew that if he really chose to leave, he might not even be able to leave the palace!

But if I stand on Chu Ning's side, can Chu Ning really ensure that he can arrive in Bingzhou safely?

For a moment, Feng Anguo hesitated.