Seeing that he seemed to be worried, Luo Zhao said anxiously, "Pavilion Master …"
Yu Cang raised his hand to stop him. "I have made up my mind. Don't say anything more. Don't ruin our relationship with Weiguo. Agree to Weiguo's request first. As for when we will send out our troops, we will have to make proper preparations. "
They understood what he meant. Agreeing was one thing, but they still had to do what they had to do. There was no rush.
Luo Zhao's face instantly turned gloomy and silent.
Tian Zhengyang and Ma Changan saw Luo Zhao's gloomy expression and looked at each other subconsciously. They smiled and cupped their hands together. "Yes!"
Yu Cang waved his hand. "You may leave."
"Yes!" The three cupped their hands and left. Before they left, they cupped their hands at the sleeping Xia Lingpei, meaning that it was fine as long as they didn't disturb His Majesty's sleep.
After staring at the map for a while, Yu Cang suddenly sighed. "Yan Shan Ming and Qi Wuhen. If only one of them could be Great Qin's enemies, we would have nothing to worry about."
After the establishment of the Qin Kingdom, he deeply understood that the affairs of the kingdom were far more complicated than those of the cultivation world. They were inextricably linked to every aspect and consumed too much energy. He hadn't cultivated in peace for a long time, and his mind was filled with all sorts of messy matters.
There were many things that he shouldn't have to worry about, but the Emperor was incompetent. He wouldn't be at ease if he entrusted everything to the old officials of the Kingdom of Zhao. Moreover, he didn't know where the Emperor of Zhao and Hai Wuji were.
After shaking his head and sighing, he turned to Xia Lingpei and respectfully shouted, "Your Majesty, Your Majesty …"
After shouting a few times, there was no response. He could only rudely reach out and pull a few times.
"Uh …" Xia Lingpei suddenly woke up. He looked around and realized that there was no one else around. He subconsciously wiped the saliva from the corner of his mouth and stood up. He asked, "How did the discussion go?"
Yu Cang smiled bitterly and cupped his hands. "It's late. Your Majesty, be careful not to catch a cold. Go back to sleep." He then waved his hand, and two eunuchs immediately came over.
After the Emperor left in a daze, Yu Cang slowly walked out of the important place and stood on the high steps, gazing at the morning stars.
Suddenly, someone walked up the steps. It was Luo Zhao. He didn't leave and went up the steps to bow.
Yu Cang asked, "General, is there anything else?"
Luo Zhao said unwillingly, "Pavilion Master, the two generals are overthinking things. The Yan and Han Countries do not wish to see the Jin Country becoming stronger. At this time, as long as we communicate properly, the Yan and Han Countries will not take advantage of the situation to invade. Otherwise, if they occupy the Qin Country, they will have to face the tigers and wolves of the Jin Country before they can gain a firm foothold. This is definitely not what they want to see. The State of Wei's situation could not be compared to before. Once the State of Wei collapses, the price that the State of Qin would have to pay would be even greater. The earlier the Qin Kingdom sends troops, the earlier the three kingdoms join forces, the more advantageous it will be. I hope the Cabinet Master can make a decision soon! This general is willing to personally lead the troops into Xi Ping Pass to fight! "
Yu Cang replied, "I understand your intentions, but do you understand mine?"
Luo Zhao replied, "I'm all ears."
Yu Cang said, "I'm very impressed by your courage to personally lead the troops into battle. But have you ever thought that once Tian and Ma make trouble in the dark, the soldiers will be their soldiers and the generals will be their generals. So what if you personally lead the troops? You've commanded the army for so many years, you should know that although the people below don't dare to go against military orders, once the people below them are against your orders, how are you going to fight the war? "
Luo Zhao fell silent. He was not stupid. After being put in a difficult position by Tian and Ma for so long, how could he not know what they were thinking? Yu Cang was right. Tian and Ma would not allow him to gain merit. It was possible that they would want him to lose the war.
After thinking it through, he knew what the other party was worried about. He asked, "Since the Cabinet Master knows, why do you let the two of them harm the country out of selfishness?"
Yu Cang replied, "So what if I know? Can I just kill them, or strip them of their military power? It's easy to kill them, but how can I convince the masses if I kill them for no reason? I've already said that the soldiers will be their soldiers and the generals will be their generals. What will happen if I act rashly? You've seen the situation in the State of Wei. Will those with ulterior motives let go of the chance to create trouble?
"So, don't be impatient. Being too impatient might not be a good thing. Taking it slow might not be a bad thing. When the situation worsens to a certain extent, the two of them will definitely support sending troops. Now, it's not a bad thing for us to have more time to prepare. Don't you think so? "
Luo Zhao replied, "It's not wrong for the Cabinet Master to come up with strategies. However, war cannot be compared to political affairs. As a fighter, he should be decisive. Otherwise, he will miss the opportunity. The situation on the battlefield is ever-changing. If he misses the opportunity, it might lead to irreversible losses. I'm really worried. "
Yu Cang replied, "General, do you still not understand why I haven't appointed the position of commander-in-chief? Since we've come to this point, I won't hide it from you anymore. The position of commander-in-chief has been left vacant for you, and it's been left vacant for you. However, I need an opportunity!
"Even if we are going to send troops, I will not let you lead the troops personally. There will be people who will hold you back. They will not let you gain merit. If we are going to send troops, they will be the ones leading the troops. I will also let them lead the troops. If they send troops and win, it will be a good thing. However, if they lose … I've already said that I cannot kill them for no reason. I need an excuse. I need a reason that will make everyone speechless!
"If they lose, they will be punished according to military law. Those who harm the country will be executed immediately. No matter who pleads for mercy, they will be executed immediately! After that, I will push you to take over. Without a leader, it will be the best time for you to take over and reorganize. General has been leading the army for many years. As long as you are given the opportunity and with my full cooperation, I believe you will have a way to reorganize! "
He patted Luo Zhao's shoulder. "It's not that I don't want to listen to your advice. It's just that we need to slow down. It's better for everyone. Don't you think so?"
Luo Zhao had a helpless expression. Since the other party had already said so much, what else could he say? He could only take his leave.
He left dejectedly, feeling helpless and melancholic. He did not feel happy about Yu Cang's support for him at all. Instead, he felt worried about the situation in the Wei Country.
He was once the Governor of the Song Country. When he was in charge of the Song Country's troops, other than focusing on the military affairs of the Song Country, he had to spend time studying the military affairs of the other countries to make preparations. This was something he had to do in his previous position.
The Jin Country had invaded the Wei Country and the Qi Country not just once or twice, but many times. However, this time, the Jin Country's style was different.
It changed from a fierce style to a soft and vicious one. It was completely different from the Jin Country's usual tyrannical and valiant style. Their methods were completely different!
The preparation before the battle was ruthless, steady, and accurate. It instantly hit the Wei Country's weak spot, which was beyond everyone's expectations.
No one expected the Jin Country to use the method of provoking the Xuan Wei siblings to fight. Although it was common to sow discord, this time was different. The Wei Country was not a dead person. How could a country be conquered so easily? How could they make such a big move so easily? If it was so easy, why would they wait until the Jin Country to make their move?
However, the Jin Country did it this time. They used the conflict between the Xuan Wei siblings to massacre many of the capable generals in the Wei Country's military.
Such a vicious but accurate method was definitely not done in a hurry. It must have been prepared for a long time. They must have made meticulous preparations beforehand.
Thus, Luo Zhao was very worried. Since they had prepared for a long time, they must have been confident when they made their move.
Yu Cang said to slow down, but he was worried that the Jin Country might not give them the chance to slow down.
But what could he do? He had said what he needed to say. Yu Cang and the others each had their own plans. It was useless for him to say anything else.
Fortunately, this was not the first time he was in such a position. He had been in the Song Country for a long time and knew that such things were inevitable. It was hard to avoid conflicts between different factions. He was already used to it.
"Sigh!" While walking slowly, Luo Zhao faced the starry night sky with a face full of melancholy and let out a long sigh.
…
"You're back."
Zhuang Hong, the Qin Country's Empress Dowager, was sitting in the hall waiting for her son.
Xia Lingpei quickly bowed. "Mother, it's so late. Why aren't you resting?"
Zhuang Hong replied, "Your Majesty, aren't you not resting as well?"
Xia Lingpei revealed a self-deprecating smile. "I still have military affairs to deal with."
Zhuang Hong replied, "You deal with them? What is it? Is it about the Jin Country attacking the Wei Country? "
Xia Lingpei nodded and sat down at the side. He replied, "The Wei Country is asking for help from the Qin Country, hoping that the Qin Country can send troops to fight against the Jin Country. They are discussing it in the Grand Council."
Zhuang Hong asked, "How is the discussion going?"
"Some people suggest sending troops immediately, while others suggest delaying it …" Xia Lingpei recounted the situation clearly. He even heard what was said when he was asleep. It was obvious that he was awake.
Zhuang Hong asked, "Do you think Tian and Ma are right or Luo Zhao is right?"
Xia Lingpei pondered for a while. Slowly, he said, "I don't know who is right and who is wrong, but I know that Tian and Ma have selfish motives. Also, Luo Zhao has experienced the military of a country. Tian and Ma may not be able to compare to Luo Zhao. "
Zhuang Hong exclaimed, "I don't understand what you are talking about, but you seem to be able to see it clearly."
Xia Lingpei gave a self-deprecating smile, "I am not a fool. I have been in politics for so long. No matter how ignorant I am, I can see something."
Just like what he said, he was ignorant in the past but he is not a fool. After being in contact with things for a long time, he will be able to sense something.
Zhuang Hong nodded and waved her hand, "Come here."
Xia Lingpei did not know why she called him over, but he still stood up and walked over.
Zhuang Hong pointed to the front. "Kneel down!"
Xia Lingpei was stunned.
Zhuang Hong: "I want you to kneel down."
Xia Lingpei shook his robe and kneeled down obediently.
Zhuang Hong leaned forward and looked at her son's eyes. "Let me ask you. What do you think of your Teacher, Niu Youdao?"
Xia Lingpei was taken aback and replied, "Teacher is talented and talented. He was able to help the Shang Dynasty become the ruler of the Southern State when he was poor. The entire Yan Kingdom has to bow to him. Teacher is naturally a very capable person."
Zhuang Hong: "Then, do you still remember the parting words your Teacher said to you the last time he saw you?"
Xia Lingpei: "Of course I remember it."
Zhuang Hong: "Repeat it again."
Xia Lingpei was stunned again. Slowly, he said, "Teacher asked me whether I want to rule the world or live a peaceful life. I did not have any thoughts of ruling the world and did not know that I would become the Emperor of Qin. Naturally, I wanted to live a peaceful life. "
"Teacher said that living a peaceful life is better than anything else. Teacher said that you are doing very well. Remember, continue to be like this in the future. Do not know anything, do not know anything. Just eat, drink, and play. Do not care about anything else. Pretend to be ignorant and let Yu Cang and the rest handle everything. "
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