Chapter 2039 2297 The Ministers’ Interpretations of Dreams (Part 2)

King Zhou saw the looks in his two uncles' eyes and realized that he had been reckless just now. A person like Xibo Hou Jichang naturally has many eyes and ears. If he talks about it in the court, it may reach his ears!

It's not good for the other party to notice it before taking action. For such a big matter, it is better to discuss it with a few veterans.

He gave a fake sigh and then said:

"Two uncles, I already know the intention of the Prime Minister. But today, Xibohou Jichang has a reputation as a virtuous person, and he has never done anything to deceive his master and destroy his ancestors. How can I take his life? Maybe I was in my dream. I lost my mind and looked in the wrong direction for a while, mistaking the Beihai Rebellion for the Xiqi Rebellion."

When he spoke like this, the ministers' minds calmed down a little. After all, Xibohou Jichang was famous far and wide, and many people in the court were closely related to him. If King Zhou really planned to take action against Xibohou, many ministers in the court would not be able to escape their connections.

Among the four great uncles, how can any of them be easy to discuss?

"I am tired today. Dear friends, please retreat from the court." After King Zhou said this, he got up and went to the inner hall at the back.

Someone from the palace had already invited three ministers, Shang Rong, Wei Zi and Bigan. Only these veterans could completely convince King Zhou of such a big matter.

King Zhou sat on the throne and gave seats to three veterans. After the three veterans thanked him, they all sat down.

"I heard all the words of the three beloved ministers in the court today. I think the gods entrusted me with a dream, and the matter is not trivial. But after all, Xi Bohou Jichang is a prince. If you want to touch him, you must make a lot of preparations. . Only in this way can the world not laugh at the stupid people who just listen to dreams."

"Your Majesty, I think that Xibohou may not have any intentions of rebellion. However, in recent years, the Western Zhou Dynasty has continued to develop its power and annexed many kingdoms. I heard that he has many capable people who can advise him. And now, I heard that Taishi He has led a large army to conquer Beihai and has yet to return. If Xibohou rebels, the imperial court will be unable to suppress it. "

Veteran minister Shang Rong stepped forward first and said. He is a rare sage and very talented. He had noticed long ago that the silently developing Western Zhou Dynasty had posed a challenge to the central dynasty of the Shang Dynasty. However, the matter was serious and he did not dare to talk nonsense. But now Now, after hearing about the dream from the gods, he knew that if he didn't tell him, it would be too late.

Wei Zi and Bigan both looked very serious. They glanced at each other and both knew that King Zhou might have murderous intentions towards Xi Bohou at this time.

Although the two of them are talented, they are not as outstanding as the Prime Minister Shang Rong. Therefore, they cannot see the things that Shang Rong is worried about. But I also know that if I say the wrong thing at this time, I am afraid that I will get into big trouble.

"What do the two uncles mean?" King Zhou knew that Shang Rong was loyal to him, so he would not lie to him about such a big matter, but taking away an uncle was really a big deal, and he had to do more reference.

"I believe that what the Minister said makes sense. However, if Jichang, the Duke of Xibo, has no rebellious intentions, and if you, Your Majesty, attack him directly without any reason, wouldn't it shock the world? The other three princes will be afraid even if they say nothing. , in that case, it would be a big disaster.”

When King Zhou heard the opinions of both Wei Zi and Bigan, for a moment, his originally determined heart became hesitant again.

Shang Rong felt anxious when he saw King Zhou like this. He hit his head on the ground and said in silence:

"Your Majesty, even if Xibo Hou Jichang has no intention of rebelling, who can guarantee that his son and none of his men will be born with a rebellious heart? If the host is weak and the guest is strong, if we don't take action, when he rebels, it will be like the king's dream. Over there, Chengtang Tianxia is caught in the flames of war! Don’t hesitate, Your Majesty!”

The veteran minister Shang Rong knew that the Shang Dynasty's national power was declining due to years of foreign wars, while the Western Zhou Dynasty's national power was rising. If we did not take advantage of this moment to interrupt the development of the Western Zhou Dynasty, I am afraid that the world would never be peaceful in the future.

Seeing the sincerity of his old minister Shang Rong, King Zhou's heart moved slightly, and King Zhou's two uncles were also shocked and quickly helped Shang Rong up.

King Zhou had already retreated, fearing that the news would spread. Therefore, there are only four people in this room.

"Prime Minister, why are you doing this? We and I are not unaware of the threat that the Zhou Dynasty poses to the world of Chengtang. However, if we raise an army innocently, we are afraid that the world will be shaken, and other princes will be killed after seeing that Xibohou is not guilty. I’m afraid I’m going to rebel too.”

Wei Zi Bigan and Shang Rong were all veterans. However, although Wei Zi Bigan was Wang's uncle, his seniority in the court was not as good as that of Shang Rong.

"Although I don't know the number of days, I also know that the people who teach the gods are helping the Western Zhou Dynasty. Who knows what they will do? Is it possible that we have to wait until they are ready and put the knife between our necks? Do you know how to resist? Your Majesty, don’t hesitate!”

Shang Rong also knew that it was not good to kill innocent ministers, but at this time, regardless of whether Xibohou Jichang had any rebellious intentions, the national power of the Western Zhou Dynasty had already posed a threat to the Shang Dynasty. This was the most fundamental thing.

"Let me think about it." King Zhou was unable to advance or retreat at this moment. He also knew the consequences of killing ministers easily, but the dream was so real that it made his heart tremble.

"By the way, it's just that this disaster started from the west. I also dreamed that there was a golden tiger with wings, like the giant god, who helped me calm down the disaster. But I didn't know that this golden tiger was the yellow tiger. He is the incarnation of the star of the family, and everyone has him. If Xiqi rebels, wouldn't it be an extra layer of bargaining chips? "

King Zhou was a smart man and immediately changed the topic. He didn't want to let Xibohou go, but he also knew that he had to make a name for himself. What he was even more curious about was the identity of the giant god and the golden flying tiger. Fortunately, the giant god disappeared into the chaos, and he was no longer a mortal at first glance. The golden flying tiger not only asked for help from himself, but also disappeared into the house of a general named Huang...