Huyan Wuhen was busy dealing with the rebels. All the officers above the rank of centurion were executed without any special reason.
The rebel soldiers were also screaming in pain. It would be strange if they did not scream when the red-hot iron was burned on their faces. The word "rebel" was written on their faces.
If not for the lack of labor, Huyan Wuhen would not have spared these rebels who were acting recklessly in the capital.
Blocking the city gates, cleaning up the capital, and backfilling the mountains of soil outside the city all required a lot of labor.
The people could no longer withstand the devastation and could no longer be used as labor.
The emperor's army returned to clean up the mess. The pain was over, and the living had to continue living. The capital of Qi gradually regained some vitality …
The Qi army won a victory, but the Qin army fell into grief and indignation.
Qin was finished. The Yan and Han joined hands to attack. They were unstoppable and could not put up any resistance. The Yan and Han troops were almost running around in circles.
The speed at which Qin was occupied was faster than expected.
In the 536th year of the Wu calendar, Qin fell and was occupied by the Yan and Han.
The Qin Emperor Xia Lingpei and the Empress Dowager Zhuang Hong fled to Qi to seek refuge.
Out of the seven states, Wei and Qin fell one after another, leaving only five states.
The Yan and Han troops arrived at Xi Ping Pass but did not attack. The defending general, Yin Chu, did not send out his troops either. He stayed vigilant and strengthened the defense.
Jin was unable to fight on two fronts and could not send out troops before conquering Qi. Otherwise, it would give the Qi and Qin troops a chance to counterattack.
The Yan and Han were not in the mood to attack Xi Ping Pass either. The newly conquered Qin territory was not stable and needed to be managed.
The three states surrounded Xi Ping Pass and guarded against each other.
The Qin people did not feel much of a sense of belonging to the Qin regime. They missed Zhao more and did not feel anything about the occupation of Qin. Instead, they longed for stability.
The Yan and Han started to mobilize resources to manage the territories they had conquered. They wanted to gain a stable and strong backing before Jin annexed Qi.
Both states knew that once the Jin State annexed the Qi State, the Jin State that occupied the Western Screen Pass would be able to attack and defend at will. In addition, they controlled the production of warhorses and granaries. Sooner or later, they would have to go to war with the Yan State and the Han State. Therefore, they had to make sufficient preparations.
On the other hand, the Song Kingdom was rather anxious. They could only watch helplessly as the Jin Kingdom annexed the Wei Kingdom and was about to annex the Qi Kingdom. The Yan Kingdom and the Han Kingdom had joined hands to divide the Qin Kingdom. Only the Song Kingdom had gained nothing and was suppressed in a corner. The Song Kingdom could not help but worry about the future. However, he did not dare to fight the two of them at the same time.
Furthermore, the two countries had already annexed Qin. Now, he was worried that the two countries would join forces to attack Song in order to get rid of future troubles.
Actually, Wugong Ling is a decisive person. When the Yan and Han are attacking Qin, he has the intention to send troops to interfere.
Could he win? Prime Minister Zi Pingxiu asked. He also said that the Song Nation's elites had been greatly exhausted in the previous battle. Even now, their well-trained combat forces had not fully recovered. Back then, when they were at their peak, they were still no match for the Yan army. How could they fight against the alliance of the two countries now? He also talked about the current problems in the country.
With Niu Youdao's mischief in the background, Zi Pingxiu's interference suppressed Wugong Ling's idea to send troops.
If they didn't fight, they could only do diplomacy. At present, the Song Kingdom's envoy was the busiest.
Shang Chaozong's force in the Southern Region was unwilling to be left out. It was the time to wantonly divide the spoils of war. How could they just sit back and watch?
Not only Shang Chaozong was unwilling, Purple Golden Cave was also unwilling. Their troops were the most powerful, so why would they not eat? Naturally, they would not sit back and watch Spirit Sword Mountain and Xiao Yao Palace take advantage of them. Moreover, behind Shang Chaozong was Niu Youdao, and Niu Youdao and Gong Lince were in the same boat. Purple Golden Cave naturally fully supported Shang Chaozong's appetite.
Because the Southern Region was the closest to Qin Kingdom, they could send troops the fastest. Among the Yan forces, Shang Chaozong occupied the most territory of Qin Kingdom.
In order to consolidate their own forces, after discussing with Meng Shanming, Shang Chaozong intended to block the strategic points.
Again, Shang Chaozong's territory was on the edge of Qin Kingdom. Shang Chaozong intended to expand his control of the Southern Region, Golden Region, and Light Region, intending to cut off the passage between the Yan Kingdom and the Qin Kingdom. Southern State had a geographical advantage in this aspect.
As long as they controlled the passage on both sides, and the Qin Kingdom occupied the most territory, as long as they controlled it, the Qin Kingdom's territory would basically be in their pocket. In the future, the Yan Kingdom's operation against the Qin Kingdom's territory would have to pass through his territory, so they had to look at his face.
To some extent, this was their last resort. If they didn't control the Qin Kingdom's territory, once something happened, they would fall into a situation where they would be attacked from both sides. They couldn't just sit back and watch passively.
When Shang Jianxiong learned about this, he was furious. How could he sit back and watch? Prince Yong already controlled several provinces, and if he controlled more than ten provinces occupied by the Qin Kingdom, his territory would be almost half the size of the Yan Kingdom. Once his power rose, what would happen?
Even Xiao Yao Palace and Spirit Sword Mountain couldn't stand it.
However, at this time, the Han Kingdom interfered and put on an offensive posture, intending to help Shang Chaozong achieve his strategic goal.
This was Jin Jue's idea. Han Kingdom had just annexed a lot of territory and needed time to manage, while the Qi Kingdom wouldn't be able to hold on for long. Once the Qi Kingdom was destroyed, the Jin Army could invade the East at any time. Plus, they were powerful. When that time came, they couldn't let Han Kingdom bear the burden alone.
They needed someone to share the burden. Therefore, the current Yan Kingdom couldn't have internal strife. Otherwise, the Song Country might not be willing to take advantage of the situation, and the Jin Country would inevitably take the opportunity to fan the flames and incite the chaos in the three eastern countries.
The most important thing was to plant internal strife in the Yan Kingdom. Shang Chaozong would certainly not be willing to be controlled by the Imperial Court, and the Yan Imperial Court would inevitably look for opportunities to deal with him. Thus, if China appeared in the Yan Kingdom, and the Yan Kingdom would continue to be restrained, it would only benefit Han Kingdom.
When Han Kingdom interfered, the Yan Imperial Court was angry. Xiao Yao Palace and Spirit Sword Mountain were also angry, but they couldn't do anything about it …
In the Yan Imperial Palace, the Minister of Internal Affairs, Chang De, came to Nie Zhenting's ear and whispered, "Your Majesty, the Yan Kingdom has sent the person."
"Oh!" Nie Zhenting put down his pen and was slightly surprised. "Shang Jianxiong really sent the person?"
Chang De snickered. "Yes, he just arrived. The person has been placed in Juhua Palace. "
Nie Zhenting's interest was immediately aroused. He stood up and said with a smile, "Let's go and take a look. I want to see what kind of beauty she is that can make the Emperors of the two countries unable to forget her. "
Chang De immediately led the way and accompanied Nie Zhenting all the way to Juhua Palace.
As soon as they stepped into the palace, they saw the graceful figure of a beautiful woman in white.
The beautiful woman wore a gauze hat, and a white veil hung on her face, making it impossible to see her face. However, her slender and elegant figure was refined and extremely eye-catching. At first glance, she could attract people's attention.
The maids in the palace saluted one after another. "Greetings, Your Majesty."
The beautiful woman also slowly half-squatted to salute, but she remained silent.
After indicating that they were not to salute, Nie Zhenting walked to the front of the beautiful woman, stretched out his hand, and slowly lifted the veil of the beautiful woman. When his eyes met the face behind the veil, Nie Zhenting's eyes instantly froze.
This beautiful woman was none other than the favored concubine of the former Song Emperor, Mu Zhuozhen, Ah Que 'er. Later, due to the crisis of the country, Mu Zhuozhen reluctantly gave her to Shang Jianxiong, and she became Shang Jianxiong's favored concubine.
Now that the State of Han had adopted an offensive stance to help Shang Chaozong, Shang Jianxiong became anxious and ordered the envoy to communicate with the State of Han.
The State of Han's strategy had already been set. How could it be changed so easily?
No matter what the envoy said, Nie Zhenting would not agree, so he casually said that they should bring Ah Que 'er over first before discussing.
Originally, he had said this casually, thinking that Shang Jianxiong would not suffer such a great humiliation. Who knew that Shang Jianxiong would really send the beauty over?
Of course, mentioning this woman was not without reason. Nie Zhenting more or less had some thoughts in his mind. Otherwise, he would not have mentioned Ah Que 'er when he casually mentioned her.
A woman that Mu Zhuozhen doted on. According to the information obtained, Shang Jianxiong favored this woman among the countless beauties in his harem. The two emperors had completely different personalities and preferences, but they both doted on the same woman. How could Nie Zhenting not be curious about what kind of woman could have such great charm?
Nie Zhenting lifted the veil again and personally removed the veil from Ah Que 'er's head. He casually handed it over.
Chang De hurriedly stepped forward and received it with both hands.
Nie Zhenting quietly gazed at the woman in front of him. Her black hair cascaded down her back like a waterfall. She did not wear any makeup or makeup, but her tender skin was like flawless white jade. Even without makeup, she was still devastatingly beautiful. She was truly like a fairy, so beautiful that it could move one's soul.
Under her long eyelashes, her clear eyes were filled with tears. She could not bear to face the man in front of her. She tilted her head slightly to the side, revealing her swan-like neck. It was a pitiful sight.
No one knew the desolation in her heart.
When Mu Zhuozhen said that he loved her, she took it seriously. Who knew that when the country was in trouble, he would give her away to someone else. When they parted, Mu Zhuozhen cried bitterly.
Later on, Shang Jianxiong also said that he loved her, and she gradually took it seriously. Who knew that after the incident, he would give her away again. When they parted, Shang Jianxiong also cried.
Now that she was facing another emperor, her heart was filled with unbearable pain.
Nie Zhenting found it hard to shift his gaze away from the other's face. He finally let out a long sigh. He discovered that none of the beauties in his harem could compare to this woman's appearance. She was truly an outstanding beauty.
Seeing was believing. He finally understood why Mu Zhuozhen and Shang Jianxiong doted on this woman. Just from seeing her for the first time, he understood.
He could not help but reach out and pinch Ah Que 'er's pink chin. He turned her face to face. After admiring her face, he sincerely praised, "You are the number one beauty in the world!"
Once these words were spoken, the news disappeared and quickly spread throughout the world. The emperor of Han had personally bestowed this title.
Seeing that the emperor was fond of her, Chang De tactfully retreated. He waved his hand in greeting and left with the maids. He even closed the door.
When there was no one around, Nie Zhenting became restless. He asked, "Why do you not speak when you see us? Speak, we want to hear your voice. "
Unexpectedly, there was an urgent knock on the door. It was Chang De's voice. "Your Majesty, the commander-in-chief is here. He said there is an urgent matter."
Nie Zhenting could only give up. He turned and left. After leaving, he instructed Chang De, "The newcomer is not used to it. Take good care of her."
"Yes!" Chang De answered.
In the pavilion, when he saw the commander-in-chief, Jin Jue, he discovered that Jin Jue's expression was not very good.
After he bowed, Nie Zhenting could not help but ask, "What urgent matter does the commander-in-chief have?"
Jin Jue's face was tense. "I heard that Shang Jianxiong gave his favored concubine to Your Majesty?"
So it was this. Nie Zhenting could not help but feel a little awkward. "Commander-In-Chief, please do not misunderstand. We only mentioned it casually. Who knew that Shang Jianxiong would really send her over."
Jin Jue cupped his hands and said in a deep voice, "Your Majesty, this woman is an inauspicious person. If Mu Zhuozhen really obtained this woman, what would happen to him in the end? After Shang Jianxiong obtained this woman, he also created a Shang Chaozong. Sooner or later, he will suffer a backlash. Do not forget this lesson. It is not an exaggeration to say that this woman is a demon concubine who brings disaster to the country. This old subject earnestly requests Your Majesty to immediately execute this woman so that you can face the criticism of the court officials and the people of the world! "
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