"Now that the Southern Region has mobilized a lot of troops to occupy the territory of Qin, it is a good time to send troops …"
Shang Jianxiong spoke with fervor and assurance. His intention was obvious. He wanted to persuade the two Elders to get the full support of Spirit Sword Mountain and Xiao Yao Palace.
After listening to Xiao Chen's opinion, Xi Yao said, "Your Majesty's words are not without reason. However, the State of Han's attitude is clear. If we send out our troops, we will have no chance of winning once the State of Han sends their troops. Sending out our troops would not help."
Luo Mingjian nodded slightly. This was exactly what they were worried about. Otherwise, how could the Purple Golden Cave eat like a hungry wolf?
Shang Jianxiong humphed, "In my opinion, Han is bluffing. Now that Han has to manage the occupied territory of Qin and guard against Song, they don't have the intention to send troops. Most likely, they are just bluffing. Two Elders, please report this to the sect as soon as possible and make a decision! "
Gao Jiancheng suddenly said, "What if Han really sends troops?"
Shang Jianxiong suddenly turned around and glared at him, as if asking, whose side are you on?
Luo Mingjian asked, "Lord Gao seems to be indifferent and calm. Could it be that you have a wise opinion?"
Gao Jiancheng was indeed calm. Facing Shang Jianxiong's glare, he calmly said, "In this old official's opinion, if Shang Chaozong wants it, then just give it to him. It's not worth it to make a big fuss. Also, outsiders will not laugh at the internal strife of the Yan Kingdom."
As soon as these words came out, it was very sensational. Several gazes in the hall simultaneously stared at his face, including the Minister of the Imperial Palace, Tian Yu.
Tian Yu was obviously a bit shocked. As a confidant of His Majesty, how could he not know His Majesty's intention? Even if he has an opinion, he shouldn't say it so bluntly, right?
Shang Jianxiong's facial muscles twitched and his eyes were burning. He said word by word, "Gao Jiancheng, do you know what you are talking about?"
Gao Jiancheng still said, "Your Majesty, what if Han really sends troops?"
Shang Jianxiong angrily rebuked, "Why are you so sure that Han will send troops?" In his opinion, even if Han does send troops, he can't let Shang Chaozong succeed easily.
Shang Chaozong's strategic motive was too obvious. Relying on the geographical advantage of the Southern Region, he wanted to choke the throat of both sides and cut off the imperial court's hand, so that he could manage the occupied territory of Qin.
Relying on the geographical advantage, the Southern Region took the lead to send troops. Not only did they occupy a large amount of territory, they also took the opportunity to absorb a lot of Qin's army.
Once Shang Chaozong stabilized those territories, they would take the opportunity to fight with Shang Chaozong. Not to say that the imperial court's support would be cut. At of of of Qin, Shang Chaozong would not be able to fight with.
It can be imagined that once Shang Chaozong succeeds, Shang Chaozong would immediately make a move against the imperial court's forces. It may not be to the extent of going to war, but it would definitely suppress the imperial court's forces to the point where they would not be able to establish themselves. The land of Qin had suffered from many wars and was destitute. Without the imperial court's resources, it would be impossible for them to establish themselves.
At that time, in addition to the territories that Shang Chaozong already controlled, Shang Chaozong alone would control one-third of Yan's territory.
The current Shang Chaozong had never come to the capital to have an audience with His Majesty the Emperor. He had his own army and did not put the imperial court in his eyes. This had already caused the imperial court to be wary. If Shang Chaozong's forces were to expand rapidly, what would Shang Chaozong do? Shang Jianxiong shuddered at the thought of it.
If not for this, why would he give up his beloved so easily?
Little did he know that the reason why Shang Chaozong dared to act so unscrupulously was because he had Niu Youdao backing him up.
Niu Youdao had already ordered him to make preparations to take over Yan. He naturally had to seize the opportunity to make the first move.
Xi Yao raised his hand. "Your Majesty, please do not be impatient. Lord Gao must have some plans for his words. Why don't you listen first?"
"Hmph!" Shang Jianxiong flicked his sleeves and waited to hear what was going on. After calming down for a while, he also felt that Gao Jiancheng would not speak without thinking. However, he still felt that Gao Jiancheng's words were too harsh.
Gao Jiancheng: "Han will not do anything without benefits. Why would they help Shang Chaozong? This old official does not believe that they have any good intentions. It is obvious that Han is deliberately supporting Shang Chaozong in order to create constraints within Yan. This way, Yan will not be able to act recklessly against Han. At the same time, when Han needs it, Yan will not be able to concentrate his forces. Han's actions are to support Shang Chaozong and also to deepen the conflict between the Imperial Court and Shang Chaozong. "
"I still have the same question. What if Han really sends out their troops? Once Han sends out their troops, even if we send out our troops, we will not be able to change the outcome. Instead, it will cause the Imperial Court to lose face. Once the Imperial Court is defeated, how will the people of Yan view them? It will only fuel Shang Chaozong's arrogance. "
Shang Jianxiong retorted: "What's the difference between you saying it and not saying it?" He continued to interrogate, "Why are you so sure that Han will send out their troops?"
Gao Jiancheng retorted: "Your Majesty, why does Shang Chaozong dare to do this at this time when his troops are spread out? Does he not know that the Imperial Court will not sit idly by? He knows that the Imperial Court will not sit idly by and still dares to do this. Why? He must have some sort of assurance that Han will send troops to help. Otherwise, why would he take such a huge risk? "
As soon as these words were spoken, the entire hall fell silent. That's right, if Shang Chaozong wasn't confident, why would he dare to do this?
Confident? Doesn't that mean that Han will definitely send out their troops?
While everyone was deep in thought, Gao Jiancheng observed their expressions and reactions. Suddenly, he said lightly: "The Imperial Court might not be at a disadvantage even if they take a step back. On the other hand, even if Shang Chaozong eats it, he might not be able to digest it. "
Everyone immediately looked over. Luo Mingjian humbly asked: "What do you mean by that, Lord Gao?"
Gao Jiancheng: "Anyone with a discerning eye knows that Qi is already a spent force and won't be able to hold out for long. Great Jin already has a powerful army to begin with. Once they gain control of their warhorses, it is only a matter of time before they send out their troops to the east. Everyone knows of Great Jin's ambitions. "
"May I ask who will stop Great Jin's troops from leaving Ximing Pass? If the Imperial Court's troops are at Ximing Pass, it will be the Imperial Court that will stop them. If Prince Yong's troops are at Ximing Pass, it will naturally be Prince Yong who will stop them. If the Imperial Court and Jin's troops are at Ximing Pass, it will be Prince Yong who will stop them. If Prince Yong's troops are to fight Great Jin to the death, the Imperial Court will suffer a great loss in strength.
Everyone's eyes lit up as they fell into deep thought. They finally understood Gao Jiancheng's intentions.
Shang Jianxiong's emotions had also calmed down. He hesitantly asked: "If Great Jin sends their troops to the east and Shang Chaozong is defeated, the Imperial Court will inevitably clash with Great Jin. Can they stop them?"
Gao Jiancheng: "Your Majesty, it won't be so easy for the Imperial Court to fight Great Jin. Han isn't just a decoration. How can they watch Shang Chaozong's troops be defeated? Once Great Jin's troops leave Ximing Pass, Han will definitely join forces with Shang Chaozong to fight a bloody battle. If they join forces, it won't be easy for Great Jin to win. Even if they win, they will have to pay a huge price. "
"Once Qin's troops are defeated and Great Jin's troops reach our side, it will be the Imperial Court's turn to take action. That means that Shang Chaozong's strength will be almost depleted. Shang Chaozong will have no way out, but Han still has vast lands outside of Qin and a large number of Han citizens. "
"Once Shang Chaozong's strength is depleted and he loses his value, Han won't be able to stop Great Jin's troops alone. Next, they will definitely beg me, the Yan Dynasty, to join forces with Yan Dynasty to fight against Great Jin. At that time, I, the Yan Dynasty, will not be fighting alone! "
"As for Shang Chaozong who has lost his value, as long as Your Majesty asks, Han will be forced to abandon Prince Yong."
"As for the Purple Golden Cave, the Shang Dynasty has lost its value, and the Qin Land has lost its benefits. But the Yan Kingdom still has many benefits from the Purple Golden Cave, and the Purple Golden Cave has to protect it. In addition, Zijin Cave previously supported Shang Chaozong in his campaign against Great Jin's troops. Shang Chaozong's defeat will inevitably cause Zijin Cave's strength to suffer a great loss. "
"At that point, as long as Your Majesty asks, not only will Han abandon Prince Yong, Zijin Cave will also abandon Shang Chaozong. Zijin Cave will definitely tie Shang Chaozong up and hand him over to Your Majesty to deal with!"
Hearing this, Shang Jianxiong's eyes flickered. Shang Chaozong was a thorn in his flesh, a thorn in his side. At the thought of Shang Chaozong being tied up and handed over to Shang Jianxiong and his predecessor, he couldn't help but raise his eyebrows.
Gao Jiancheng continued, "As for whether they can defeat Great Jin in the end, that's another matter. The imperial court must save the last bit of strength to resist, and not just focus on the present. Once the imperial court's strength is greatly damaged, and the imperial court is powerless to resist, I'm afraid Shang Chaozong will seize the opportunity to usurp the throne. May I ask the two Elders, once Shang Chaozong is needed to stabilize the people of Yan Dynasty to resist Great Jin, what will Spirit Sword Mountain and Xiao Yao Palace do? Will they still protect Your Majesty? "
The two Elders looked at each other, knowing full well that they didn't say anything.
Gao Jiancheng righteously said, "This old official and the Southern Region forces are mortal enemies. This old official will never allow Shang Chaozong to succeed!"
He then cupped his hands and earnestly said, "Your Majesty, since sending troops won't change the result, we might as well plan for the long term. Your Majesty, please make a decision! "
Upon hearing this, Xi Yao and Luo Mingjian repeatedly nodded their heads, seemingly enlightened.
Xi Yao praised, "After hearing Gao Jiancheng's words, I'm suddenly enlightened!"
Luo Mingjian said, "Your Majesty, Gao Jiancheng's kind words are the best strategy for the country."
Shang Jianxiong didn't say anything, but he couldn't help but look up to the sky and sigh. His heart was aching.
If he knew that things would turn out like this, if he knew that giving Ah Que'er to Nie Zhenting wouldn't change anything, why would he give her up?
If the final result was as Gao Jiancheng said, there would be a day when South Korea would turn around and ask this side for help. Perhaps he could still get Ah Que'er back. However, if that day really came, how could he face Ah Que'er again?
When he took her from Mu Zhuozhen's hand, he had already been criticized. If he gave her away to be someone else's woman, and then he wanted her back to be his woman, what would happen? It might not matter to ordinary people, but he was the emperor of a country! How could the entire imperial court allow him to act so unscrupulously? How could Yan Dynasty's father be like this, how could he be an example for Yan Dynasty?
Thinking of this, a bone-piercing remorse filled his heart. His heart wailed unwillingly, "My Que'er is gone!
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