As they entered the 6th month, the weather became hotter and hotter.
On the surface of the sea, the waves rippled, and the sea breeze blew. Although the sun was scorching hot, the sea breeze blew away some of the heat. Although there were waves on the vast surface of the sea, everything was still within a tolerable range.
Warships were sailing on the sea.
This batch of warships was Du Qi's fleet.
Du Qi had stayed in Guangzhou for a while to prepare enough water, weapons, rations, vegetables, and fruits before leading the army out to sea. This time, Du Qi's group had a total of ten warships, each of which was equipped with mortars. Every warship was fully equipped with weapons.
However, there were still three thousand soldiers following them.
They were evenly distributed on each warship.
Because the Liu family's merchant ships were leading the way, everything went smoothly. Du Qi had gone out to sea in his previous life, so he was familiar with everything on the sea. However, the soldiers, Liu Che, and Luo Binwang were all curious.
The vast sea was too vast.
It made people feel small and insignificant.
It was to the extent that if one were to be buried in the sea, no one would be able to help them and they could only be buried here.
Fortunately, everything went smoothly.
The group was very successful and had already approached the Japanese mainland. However, when they got close, Du Qi's fleet did not directly charge over. Instead, they circled the sea and waited for people to come to their aid.
They did not wait for long.
In less than half a day, the Uesugi family's warship arrived.
Uesugi Ichirou was on the ship.
When he saw Xia Xia's warship from afar, he was shocked. This was because Xia Xia's warship was huge and sturdy. It was like a giant beast on the sea. This was especially so since Xia Xia's warship was much larger than Great Qin's. This made Uesugi Ichirou even more determined.
He had to contact Xia Xia.
He had to ask Xia Xia to destroy Great Qin.
Uesugi Ichirou waved his flag and went forward. After he got close, he reported his name and stated his purpose. He was escorted to Du Qi's flagship by the soldiers. He saluted and said, "Uesugi Ichirou, the Japanese envoy, greets the Heavenly Angel."
The envoys of the Celestial Empire were naturally angels.
This was the name that Uesugi Ichirou came up with.
Du Qi didn't pursue the matter and asked directly, "Uesugi Ichirou, is everything prepared in Japan?"
Uesugi Ichirou said: "Reporting to the angel, everything has been prepared. When do you plan to attack? Also, the Angel brought ten warships this time. How many soldiers are there? "
Du Qi said, "Three thousand soldiers and horses, fully armed."
Ichirou Uesugi heaved a sigh of relief.
3,000 soldiers was quite suitable, as such a force would be able to face off against Great Qin. At the same time, such a force was not too strong and did not pose much of a threat to Nihon.
If Du Qi brought tens of thousands of troops, Uesugi Ichirou would have to worry about the Japanese.
Uesugi Ichirou asked again, "Sir, when do you plan to attack?"
Du Qi said: "Go back and inform Abe Boya. Tomorrow morning, I will lead the army ashore for battle. When the time comes, your men will support from the shore and attract the Great Qin's firepower. As long as the army is ashore and has a foothold on the shore, everything will be fine. "
Uesugi Ichirou said: "Sir, please don't worry. We have already prepared everything. During this period of time, we started the war and got people to fight within our borders to attract the attention of the Japanese. At the same time, we also mobilized a portion of the Qin soldiers stationed in Kyoto. Your sudden attack will definitely catch them off guard. "
Du Qi nodded and said: "That's good. I hope you won't disappoint me."
Uesugi Ichirou changed the topic and asked again, "Angel, if I may be so bold as to ask, after defeating the Great Qin, is the Japanese willing to submit to the Great Xia Country and respect the Great Xia Country as their sovereign state? I wonder if you can make the decision for Xia Emperor. "
"B * stard!"
At this moment, Luo Binwang scolded.
His eyes were sharp as he said in a deep voice: "The one standing in front of you is …"
Just as he was about to reveal Du Qi's identity, he was stopped by Du Qi. Du Qi said directly: "I'm in Xia Xia, and he's the King of the royal family, known as Ping Xi Wang. When I set off, the Emperor gave me full authority to make decisions. So your question is not a problem at all. This Prince agrees to your request. "
He did not reveal his identity.
After all, Xia Xia's identity was a little sensitive. Using the former Ping Xi Wang as a cover was not a bad idea.
Uesugi Ichirou heaved a sigh of relief.
The one who came was actually Xia Xia's King.
That's good.
Uesugi Ichirou said: "Please forgive me, Ping Xi Wang. Ping Xi Wang, I'll return to the capital immediately and make the arrangements so that Xia Xia's army can land tomorrow. "
Du Qi said: "Go."
Uesugi Ichirou did not stay any longer. He turned around and got off the flagship, returning to his warship and leaving.
Luo Binwang looked at the departing Uesugi Ichirou and sternly said: "Your Majesty, this Uesugi Ichirou clearly wants to borrow our strength to destroy the Great Qin. Then, we'll protect Japan. It's impossible for a royalist like them to truly submit to Xia Xia. Why did you agree to Uesugi Ichirou's request? "
Du Qi said with a smile: "So what if I agreed and so what if I refused? What's more, when our army arrives in Fujiwara's capital and completely establishes a foothold, it'll be easier to destroy Japan. If that's the case, why should I refuse? "
Luo Binwang said: "But this way, it's tantamount to going back on your word."
Du Qi looked at Luo Binwang in front of him and said: "Luo Binwang, you're indeed quite smart. But that's all. When two countries go to war, they will resort to any means necessary. Moreover, there was no such thing as friendship or promises between countries. There was only interest. This is the way to get along with each other. If you don't understand this point, you'll never be able to achieve anything. "
After hearing this, Luo Binwang pondered in his heart.
Du Qi's words surprised him a little because he felt that the way to deal with people was the same as the way to govern a country. But now, it seemed that it was obviously different.
Governing a country was obviously different.
Du Qi looked at Luo Binwang and then turned to look at the blue sea in front of him.
Because there was enough time now, Du Qi was willing to train Luo Binwang and give him a chance to grow. If it was in China, Luo Binwang could only train from the bottom and rise bit by bit.
Luo Binwang thought for a while and said solemnly: "I understand."
Du Qi said: "It's good that you understand. You have to remember that the confrontation between countries is about benevolence, righteousness, and morality. That's binding your own hands and feet. My Xia Xia wants to expand the territory. Will people submit just by talking about benevolence and righteousness? Will there be such a territory? In the end, it all depends on one's strength.
"For example, this time, the Japanese agreed to cooperate with us from the inside because they can't stop Great Qin.
"Their plan is to borrow our strength to fight against Great Qin. No matter whether we win or not, as long as we weaken Great Qin or weaken us, it will be beneficial to the Japanese. In their hearts, they can't wait for both sides to be injured so that they can reap the benefits.
"At that time, they will have the initiative.
"They will also be able to reverse the situation.
"Don't underestimate the Japanese; they're not simple and aren't kind people. As someone who governs a country, if you naively talk about benevolence, righteousness, and morality, you'll be devoured until nothing is left. "
Du Qi said: "You have to be mentally prepared because this is the real world."
Luo Binwang said: "I will remember Your Majesty's teachings."
He knew that this was his luck.
Du Qi was willing to give him advice, and this was his opportunity. He cherished it and remembered it all in his heart. When he had time, he would slowly think about it.
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