Wei State, Hedong, has its capital at Anyi.

Ever since the news from the front line kept coming back to the capital city of Anyi, the Wei people in the city began to devote their attention to the ongoing war.

In the past year, when they heard that the Wei army was constantly attacking cities and fortresses in the west and east, the Wei people couldn't help but feel full of pride in their hearts.

This is the army of their Wei State, which is now the most powerful country in the world.

This inner pride of the Wei people reached its peak after the news of the Pinglu Alliance came back.

Whenever they think of Wei Feng, the Marquis of Wei, inviting the princes of various countries to form an alliance, these Wei people will unconsciously raise their heads a little higher when walking.

Originally, with the end of the Pinglu Meeting, Wei Feng and others led the army back, but this time the excitement caused by the war has gradually dissipated.

However, when the news that Wei Feng rewarded meritorious officials at the court meeting was spread intentionally or unintentionally, another heated discussion appeared in the streets and alleys of Anyi City.

This is just on a table at Bai's Restaurant, the most prosperous restaurant in Anyi. Several middle-aged people dressed as businessmen are also discussing this matter.

One of them glanced at the companions around him, and there was a hint of doubt in his tone, "Everyone, I have heard a little bit about this grandson Sima and granduncle Prime Minister."

"I just don't know who this General Pang Juan is, and he can actually be promoted to the rank of General of Wei by your superior?"

"To be honest with you, I know a little bit about General Pang Juan's experience. It's just..." Just as the merchant just finished his words, another voice beside him rang out.

Listening to the other party's pretense of hesitation, the merchant who had just spoken immediately said: "Don't show off, at worst I've invited you to the banquet today, so tell me quickly."

"Since the elder brother is so generous, then the younger brother will also tell the elder brother."

Seeing that he had paid for today's drink, the merchant next to him immediately beamed with joy, and then he spoke in a deep voice.

"Speaking of which, General Pang Juan has only been in our Wei army for a short time, only a few years at most."

"In the beginning, he came from Shangdang with the army of his uncle and prime minister, and helped the king ascend to the throne of Wei Hou."

"Then he was in the southern army under Gongsun Sima and headed for South Korea in the south, preparing to show off with the main force of the Korean army."

"Then, maybe it was God's will or maybe Gongsun Sima was able to recognize talented people, but General Pang Juan got a chance to stand out."

"Set ambushes, seize cities, explore enemy camps, and deploy surprise troops..."

"In the confrontation with South Korea, this young talent who had just taken the lead showed his extraordinary leadership skills."

"This is also why Pang Juan was officially named a general by your Majesty after the war against Han and Wei."

"I see."

After listening to this companion's story about Pang Juan's past experience, the merchant's face immediately showed a look of enlightenment.

However, after a few breaths, some confusion appeared on his face again, and his eyes once again moved to his companions beside him, "Only this time, what kind of achievements did General Pang Juan get?"

What about the general?"

"Speaking of General Pang Juan's performance in this war, I wonder if brother knows about the Battle of Shaoliang?" Facing the merchant's inquiry, his companion asked in return.

"I've heard something." A look of reminiscence appeared on his face, and the merchant said in a deep voice: "I heard that in this battle, our country Wei defeated Qin's ten soldiers with 60,000 soldiers.

Wan Dajun."

"I also heard that after this battle, Wei's disadvantage on the battlefield in Hexi was quickly turned into an advantage."

"What brother said is correct." His companion explained to him loudly with a somewhat excited look on his face: "The leading general in the Shaoliang War was this General Pang Juan."

"In addition to defeating the main force of the 100,000 Qin army at Shaoliang City, General Pang Juan also led his troops westward across Jushui and captured Yueyang, the current capital of Qin."

"Fight Shaoliang first, and then take Yueyang. This battle alone won hundreds of miles of territory for our Wei State. Brother, do you think such achievements can lead to the position of general?"

"sure."

After finally understanding the story behind Pang Juan's promotion to general, the merchant on the side nodded with some respect.

After pondering for a few breaths, the merchant sighed, "In a few years, he was promoted from an ordinary soldier to a general of our Wei Kingdom. General Pang Juan is really a genius."

"I believe that General Pang Juan's promotion to General is due to his talent, but it is closely related to one person."

The merchant's emotion had not yet completely subsided. Among the companions who had been silent just now, one of them spoke out.

Immediately, the eyes of all the companions present were focused on this person, and everyone's eyes showed a bit of confusion.

Facing the people around him who were looking at him, this person didn't show off, even if it was the person who said what he said.

"Everyone, this person is none other than the king who has only been on the throne for a few years."

Revealing the answer in his words, this man's eyes flashed across the faces of everyone around him, and then his magnetic voice explained everything.

"Just think about it, if there was no king, Gongsun Sima would not be able to ascend to a high position. Who would be able to identify talents for Wei?"

"Just think about it, if it weren't for your Majesty, General Pang Juan might not be able to serve as the commander in chief of this battle. How could he have achieved such a glorious achievement?"

"Just think about it, if there was no king, how could military merit rewards be as generous as they are today, and how could the position of general be awarded?"

After listening to the three questions asked by this person in succession, everyone present showed some agreement on their faces.

"Your Majesty has only been on the throne for a few years. He first made an alliance with Han and Zhao, and then defeated Qin and Qi. His heroic appearance is no weaker than that of his predecessors, Marquis Wen and Marquis Wu."

"If we can have more virtuous ministers and generals like Gongshu Xiangguo, Gongsun Sima and General Pang Juan to assist us, why should we worry about the achievements of the Wei State?"

As soon as the man finished sighing, there were echoes from the side, and then someone even suggested having a drink.

A few breaths later, just as everyone was about to drink the wine, a voice appeared and interrupted everyone's conversation.

"I am the descendant of Qi State Scholar, Boling, and I have met you all."

Looking in the direction of the voice, a figure wearing white clothes appeared in front of everyone.

Looking at that handsome face, the merchant who had just spoken immediately felt a good impression in his heart.

He quickly stood up from his seat, bowed slightly and returned the greeting, then heard this man ask softly: "I don't know, sir, is there something wrong?"

"I just heard some people talking about this General Pang Juan. I have some connections with him. Now I want to pay him a visit, but I don't know where he is now."

After telling the whole story about his plan, Sun Boling asked softly: "Do any of you know about it?"

"I heard that your Majesty rewarded you with a mansion for the general. Maybe he will be there." Faced with Sun Boling's question, a voice from among the crowd answered.

"Thank you very much for that."
Chapter completed!