On Qin's side, Shao Pingbo had also arranged for people to sow discord, causing Ma Changan and Tian Zhengyang to be afraid of Luo Zhao's control over the military. This was to delay the possibility of Qin sending reinforcements.
As for Qi, they would definitely send reinforcements to Wei. Shao Pingbo said in the letter that he would think of ways to delay the Qi army to buy time for Jin to conquer Wei. He told the imperial court not to worry about Qi and repeatedly reminded them to supervise Yin Chu's army.
After Tai-shu Feihua read the letter, he frowned and said, "Why these things again? Does this Shao Pingbo have nothing better to do in Qi? What's the meaning of sending the same message over and over again? "
Tai-shu Xiong chuckled and said, "Yin Chu's army is very important. He repeatedly emphasized that he is afraid of us being careless or that there will be other factors in the imperial court interfering. He wants me to pay attention to him and get rid of all distractions to ensure the original plan. Also, Yin Chu doesn't like him. In the past, I asked Yin Chu to assist him in military matters. In the end, Yin Chu didn't give me any face. He pretended to agree but opposed me in secret and left him hanging. He might be worried. This matter concerns success or failure, and I can see that he is very nervous. "
Tai-shu Feihua nodded and said, "He worries too much. Let him do what he needs to do. His actions in Qi are of utmost importance and cannot be neglected. I have already repeatedly instructed the cultivators to protect his safety in Qi at all costs. On your side, the imperial court must fully cooperate with him. "
Tai-shu Xiong said, "Don't worry, the Black Water Group will use all available forces in Qi to cooperate with him and ensure that his plan is carried out at all costs."
Tai-shu Feihua grunted and said, "I hope that his arrangements will allow Yin Chu's army to advance smoothly and delay the Qi army. If he succeeds, he will be the main contributor in this battle and will be rewarded handsomely!"
"He will definitely be very happy to hear this." Tai-shu Xiong smiled and turned back to instruct, "Tao Lue, quickly send the news of victory to Lord Shao to reassure him. Tell him that I will personally keep an eye on Yin Chu day and night. I won't slack off. Tell him to focus on managing matters in the Qi Kingdom. "
"Yes!" Tao Lue received the order and left.
…
Jin's army invaded Wei's territory with irresistible force. Jin finally bared its fangs and shocked the world!
Intelligence came and went from country to country, and Southern State was no exception.
Outside the Valiant Martial Hall, Meng Shanming arrived in a wheelchair. Shang Chaozong and the others greeted him one after another. Gong Lince, who was standing in front of the map with his hands clasped behind his back, also smiled and nodded in greeting.
Meng Shanming did not beat around the bush and asked, "Prince, is there any news from Qin? Have they sent their troops?"
Shang Chaozong shook his head and sighed, "Not yet."
Meng Shanming was puzzled, "I've fought with Luo Zhao before. He's quite capable, he should be able to see through this. Could it be that Yan's guarantee is not enough to reassure the State of Qin? Are you still worried that we will take advantage of the situation? "
Shang Chaozong: "That shouldn't be the case. According to the intelligence from the spies of the Qin Kingdom and the Wei Kingdom, the Qin Kingdom has already agreed to send troops to the Wei Kingdom. However, their preparations are slow and they are dragging their feet. "
"In a war, speed is the most important. Luo Zhao should know this. It seems that … it's most likely related to the wrangling in the imperial court." Meng Shanming sighed and signaled the wheelchair pusher to push him in front of the map. After staring at the map for a while, he said, "Prince, send a message to the State of Qin and ask them to concentrate their forces to control Xi Ping Pass first. I will then send a message to Luo Zhao in my name, hoping to attract his attention and ask him to urge the State of Qin to control Xi Ping Pass first. "
Shang Chaozong's eyes were fixed on the map and fell on the position of Xi Ping Pass. He pondered and gradually revealed a thoughtful expression.
Gong Lince, who was at the side, was confused and did not understand what Meng Shanming meant. He tried to ask, "I wonder what Marshal Meng means? Xi Ping Pass is in the east of the State of Wei and is very far from the battlefield. "
Meng Shanming stretched out his hand and asked for the command pole. He pointed at the map and said, "Above Xi Ping Pass, there is a boundless desert. Demons run amok in the desert, making it hard for the army to cross. Below, there is a plateau and mountain range. Ordinary people can't even breathe when they go up the mountain, let alone climb over the mountains, making it hard for the army to move. The natural barriers above and below almost cut off the communication between the Three Western Countries and the Four Eastern Countries. Xi Ping Pass is the only path that can allow the army to enter and leave smoothly. Whoever controls Xi Ping Pass will be able to control the main route between the Three Western Countries and the Four Eastern Countries. This is a place that the military must fight for! "
"This time, the style of the State of Jin is different from before. It is obvious that they came prepared. With the current situation of the State of Wei, it will be hard for them to resist the attack of the State of Jin. It is in danger."
"Currently, Xi Ping Pass is controlled by the State of Wei. Once the State of Wei is completely defeated, the State will perish, and the morale of the army will naturally be destroyed. Let me ask you, how can the troops at Xi Ping Pass, which are guarding the east corner of the State of Wei, have the courage to continue defending? If they don't have the determination to defend, the army of Jin will be able to take it down in one go. "
"I don't believe that the Qin State can't see the consequences of the Jin State eyeing us covetously. I don't know why the Qin State is dragging its feet. Once Wei State falls, there will be a life-and-death battle between Jin State and Qi State. Jin State has come prepared. It's hard to predict who will emerge victorious, and it's also hard to predict whose hands Xi Ping Pass will fall into. "
"All in all, Xiping Pass must not fall into the hands of Jin Nation. Once it is controlled by Jin Nation, it will be difficult for the troops of the four eastern nations to send reinforcements to the west."
"We can't interfere with the Qin State's procrastination, but it is necessary to occupy a favorable terrain first. As long as they control the Western Screen Pass, they will be able to pose a great threat to the Jin army. The Western Screen Pass is easy to defend and difficult to attack. As long as they are determined to invest in defending it, the Jin army will have to send out a large number of troops to attack if they want to take over the Western Screen Pass and take the initiative in the battlefield. On the other hand, they still have to fight with Qi and Wei.
"Also, the Jin Nation definitely doesn't want the Qin Nation to participate in the war. As long as the Qin Nation sends troops to guard the Xiping Pass, the Jin Nation's army won't dare to attack the Qin Nation rashly."
"If the Qin Nation controls the Western Screen Pass, it will be safer than when it is in the hands of the Wei Nation and the Qi Nation. It can guarantee that the Western Screen Pass will not be lost."
"As long as the Qin Nation controls the Western Screen Pass first, they will be able to fight for a huge strategic space for the various nations. They will be able to take the initiative for the various nations."
"As long as the Qin Nation controls the Western Screen Pass first, they will be able to gain a huge strategic space for the various nations. They will be able to take the initiative for the various nations."
Gong Lince was suddenly enlightened. He nodded and said, "Commander Meng's words have enlightened me. Commander Meng is indeed wise. However … the Western Screen Pass is still in the hands of the Wei Nation. It might not be appropriate for the Qin Nation to take it by force. "
Meng Shanming said, "There is no need to take it by force. The Wei Nation is already in such a situation. What else can't they agree to? As long as the Qin Nation is willing to send out their troops, it will put a huge pressure on the Jin Nation. It will affect the entire battle plan and offensive of the Jin Nation. The Wei Nation will definitely give it up."
"Prince!" Gong Lince turned around and looked at Shang Chaozong, agreeing with Meng Shanming's words.
Shang Chaozong nodded and strode to the back of the table. He then started to write a letter to the Qin Nation.
While they were busy with the military affairs, a man and a woman met in the courtyard outside.
The woman had a graceful figure but an ugly face. The man might not be handsome, but he had a bright face, a tall figure, and a scholarly aura.
The man and the woman were none other than Shang Shuqing and Fu Junlan, the man she chose during the garden trip. Both families were trying to matchmake the two.
The two of them had gradually started to try to get along.
"You are here." Shang Shuqing smiled gently and politely. One could feel the inner beauty of his heart.
Fu Junlan cupped his hands and greeted politely, "Princess."
Shang Shuqing stepped aside and invited Fu Junlan. The two of them walked side by side towards the direction of the Provincial Governor's Residence's garden.
"Isn't it a little troublesome to be interrogated after coming in?" Shang Shuqing asked gently.
Fu Junlan said, "It's not troublesome. The Prince's Residence is an important military and political place in the South Prefecture. There is nothing wrong with the necessary interrogation. However, there seems to be an increase in the interrogation of people coming and going. "
Shang Shuqing said in a pleasant voice, "Young Master Fu, please don't blame me. The war between Jin and Wei has started and the spies have started to become active. We have to be on guard, but it's not targeted at Young Master Fu. I originally wanted to go out and meet with Young Master, but because of this, my family is afraid that something will happen to me and is trying to avoid me from going out. I hope Young Master Fu can forgive me for making you run around alone. "
Fu Junlan smiled gently, "Although I don't understand, I can understand. I've heard that Princess was kidnapped by people from Zhao before. It's necessary to be careful."
At the mention of being kidnapped by the State of Zhao, Shang Shuqing was momentarily stunned. The image of a certain someone who was injured to save her flashed across her mind. Even now, she was still worried when she thought about it. She bit her lips slightly …
"What matter must we meet face to face?"
In the valley, at the same old place, Niu Youdao and Sha Rulai met again. Sha Rulai asked the moment they met, his tone was slightly dissatisfied.
Niu Youdao said, "The war between Jin and Wei has started."
He had already received information from Yuan Gang about the war between Jin and Wei. However, Sha Rulai was not as free as him and it wasn't convenient for them to meet at any time. It was up to Sha Rulai to decide when to meet. The two of them only met now.
Sha Rulai said, "I know. Is it related to your current situation? Are you meeting me just because of this? It's not safe for both of us to meet each other frequently. "
Niu Youdao said, "I know, but the war involves a lot of people and has a great impact. In your opinion, is this war related to Hong Yunfa's death? "
Sha Rulai shook his head, "I can basically confirm that it is unrelated."
Niu Youdao frowned, "Why do you think so?"
Sha Rulai said, "The Misty Pavilion has its own information channels and is already aware of the situation. This war has been planned by Jin for a long time."
Niu Youdao said, "If it has nothing to do with Hong Yunfa's death … according to the information provided by the South Prefecture, Jin's war strategy this time is different from before. The destruction of Wei's internal affairs makes me suspect a person, Shao Pingbo! I would like to trouble you to help me check it. "
Sha Rulai said, "There's no need to check this matter. You guessed it right. The destruction of Wei's country before the war was planned by Shao Pingbo. When I was still in the Misty Pavilion, I already knew that Shao Pingbo had been planning it for a long time. It should have been executed a long time ago, but it was disrupted by the successive incidents. It's not surprising that it broke out now. "
Niu Youdao said in a deep voice, "You already knew it. Why didn't you tell me?"
Sha Rulai said, "You didn't ask. There are so many things. How could I tell you everything in such a short time? Besides, it's not appropriate to tell you in advance. If you knew, you would definitely stop it. Jin's plan is extremely secretive. Once you make a move, you will definitely be noticed. There are people from the Misty Pavilion watching over Shao Pingbo. "
Niu Youdao raised his hand to stop. Things had already happened, and there was no point in arguing.
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