Yelu Jing's tone was inevitably mocking. Some details were spread to the outside world after the Huainan War. For the monarchs and ministers of the Liao Kingdom, the troops were more than the Han army and had the advantage of naval forces. As a result, in half a year, more than 100,000 people were lost, and half of the country was cedeed to make peace. It was natural for people to despise them.

Yelu Wuzhi said, "Your Majesty, I think that no matter how weak Jiangnan is, if the Han army wants to pacify it, it will be necessary to cross the river and go south. Just imagine, if the 100,000 Han army is transferred north to deal with the Great Liao, what a big trouble for our dynasty? As long as Jiangnan can restrain the 100,000 troops of the Southern Dynasty, it will be of use to our dynasty!"

Hearing Yelu Wuzhi say this, Yelu Jing said: "As you said, the Han Dynasty attacked Jiangnan, it would take 100,000 people. However, if the Great Liao moves, the Han lord temporarily put aside the southern expedition and went north to deal with our army, with the weak south and solid north, leaving a partial army to deploy defense in the south. With the strength of the Southern Tang Dynasty, can the Southern Tang Dynasty send troops north and restrain the Han state for our dynasty? If that were the case, how could the Southern Tang Dynasty restrain the 100,000 Han troops? In the end, it would be a comprehensive war between the Great Liao and the Han..."

From the words of the Emperor Liao, he heard the concerns, but Yelu Wuzhi said very firmly: "Your Majesty, if the Liao and Han war broke out, you should do your best and fight with the whole country, and there is no possibility of leaving any effort!"

Yelu Jing nodded, recognized his statement, and asked seriously: "Everyone here is the important ministers who have been in charge of military affairs for many years. They are familiar with the national conditions. In your opinion, is it the time to go to full war with the Southern Dynasties?"

Everyone was silent about this question and it was difficult to respond. Today, Liao Kingdom is rich. A country that is moving towards maturity is inevitably skeptical. It is not easy to make decisions when you make a big decision when you are angry.

At this time, a very young nobleman here stood up and said, "Your Majesty, all the Dukes said that the Southern Dynasties are powerful. Are they afraid of their strength? Our Great Liao Dynasty was founded by Taizu, and Taizong was invincible. He was afraid of all directions. The Southern Dynasties was also a place where I wanted to take it? Why did I have many concerns and hesitation? Since the Southern Dynasties must be a great enemy, why not just fight against it? Is our Great Liao weak? The warriors of the Great Liao Dynasty dare not take a sword to kill the enemy?"

This young nobleman was less than 20 years old and was named Yelu Dilie, who was Yelu Jing's fourth brother. Hearing his sarcastic remarks, there was also an inspiring effect. Yelu Jing smiled and said, "Ba Sujin's courage is commendable! But I have many concerns and no longer have any more aggression!"

After saying that, Yelu Jing fell into a deep thought, and the ministers did not dare to disturb him. After a long time, Yelu Jing was in a solemn and serious tone: "Looking at the history of the Southern Dynasties for thousands of years, every time the civil strife in the Central Plains was the time when the north rose and dominated. Now the same is true. The Li Tang collapsed and the heroes were in power. My Taizu and Emperor Taizong led the Khitan men to rise up, suppress the four directions, compete in the south, and establish the hegemony.

However, since ancient times, no matter how strong the grassland is, it can effectively resist the unified dynasty of the Central Plains and finally win the precedent? From the Huns to the Turks, which one was not prosperous for a while, but in the confrontation between the Central Plains, it is heading for decline and being replaced by others?"

Yelu Jing said calmly in a very rational tone: "If there is no civil strife in the Central Plains, then the Great Liao Dynasty would not have the possibility of going south to destroy the world, and the one who was in power was a talented and wise monarch. Now, the Han Dynasty in the south is moving towards unification. If the whole country resists, can the Han Dynasty be defeated with the strength of the Great Liao Dynasty? Even if it can be defeated, it can be destroyed?

In my opinion, if the Han people can lose three games, five or even more in a big battle, but the Liao Dynasty would not be the case. If the two countries do not undergo unexpected and drastic changes and the two sides confront each other in a comprehensive confrontation, the best result for the Liao Dynasty may be that both sides will suffer losses.

And if the national strength is exhausted, the Daliao will be in crisis again! All the knowledgeable people in Daliao, I should understand what I mean!"

After hearing what Yelu Jing said, the ministers present couldn't help but fall into deep thought. Yelu Wuzhi looked up and noticed the solemnity of Emperor Liao's Shenyu. He stood up and took a deep breath and said, "Your Majesty has a foresight, and it is reasonable to analyze it. I am convinced. However, because of this, the Great Liao should take the initiative to attack the Southern Dynasty. As Your Majesty said, there must be a battle between the Liao and Han Dynasties, not a temporary battle for hegemony, but a hundred years of national destiny, without any room for maneuver!"

"The Great Liao sacked its troops for many years, and its national strength gradually recovered. If it were not forcing the situation, I would like to raise and maintain the people for another ten or eight years. However, I want to wait for it, but the situation in the world does not wait for me!" Xiao Haili also stood up and expressed his opinion: "As sooner or later, we must deal with the Southern Dynasty. Instead of waiting for him to take all the Jiangnan and fight against the Great Liao with all our might, it is better to take the opportunity to attack, prevent its unification, and consume its national strength. In this way, the Great Liao can always have this advantage!"

"The King of the Southern Court has been responsible for the affairs of the South for many years and should be more familiar with the affairs of the Han Dynasty. Do you also tell me?" Yelu Jing looked at Yelu Talie again.

Yelu Talie's attitude was also very clear, saying: "Your Majesty, I originally regarded the Han Dynasty as a great enemy, but I did not recommend rushing troops in a hurry. However, the King of the North Court said it well, if you want to fight for the country's destiny, you should be decisive and enterprising. If you want to do something in the Southern Dynasties, our dynasty will block it.

Furthermore, instead of waiting for him to attack me after pacifying Jiangnan, we would rather take the initiative to attack him and introduce the war into the Han territory. Moreover, the Han army has been in operation for many years, and its military and civilian financial resources are exhausted, so we can attack them!"

"You all agree. It seems that the war between Liao and Han is inevitable!" Yelu Jing suddenly stood up, looked around, and chuckled with a relieved expression on his face.

He raised his hand, Yelu Jing's tone was calm and firm, and he made up his mind and said, "Then let's discuss it, how to move the troops?"

"Your Majesty, the Great Liao has not undergone a large-scale war for many years, so the Han army is not the case. I think that if you want to fight against the Han, you should make more preparations and then go on the southern expedition." Yelu Wuzhi said.

Obviously, although those who are like Yelu House are hostile to the Han Dynasty and suggest war, they still maintain their rationality and do not rush to do so.

Yelu Talie said: "I think that the Great Liao can prepare for war secretly, or may suddenly attack when the Southern Dynasty was deploying troops in Jiangnan, causing him to fall into a dilemma of fighting on both sides!"

Yelu Jing nodded in agreement with his suggestion of both.

But at this time, Xiao Husi spoke out: "Your Majesty, I have another important matter to report!"

"Say!" Yelu Jing glanced at him.

Xiao Husi looked around and showed a hesitant expression. Seeing this, Yelu Jing immediately said, "All the ministers of the Liao Dynasty are here. If you have nothing to say, it's okay to say it straight!"

"When I returned to your Majesty, when I returned north, I passed by Changping. Yan led Zhao Siwan to contact me, and I went to a date with him secretly!" Xiao Husi said.

As soon as his words fell, the king and his ministers lit up. Yelu Jing's mind was a little excited: "Zhao Siwan, the number one general under the command of King Yan? Tell me, what's going on?"

Xiao Husi immediately reported the dialogue between Zhao Siwan and Liao to jointly plan major events in detail. With such a matter, the thinking of the monarchs and ministers of the Liao Kingdom involuntarily diverged.

"What do you think of Zhao Siwan's request?"

Yelu Wuzhi, the old man's eyes rarely showed some excitement and said, "Your Majesty, it seems that there are many contradictions within the Yan army! If Zhao Siwan can really be used to defeat the Yan army and seize Youzhou, it would be a great blessing for the Liao Dynasty!

Youzhou and Yan army were extremely important part of the defense of the Han Dynasty in the north. The Iron Cavalry of the Great Liao Dynasty would be subject to this strong city when it went south. If it could be seized again, then in the future, the Great Liao Dynasty would have to take the initiative in the war against the Han Dynasty, and even occupy the topography and victory, and would almost be invincible!"

Yelu Talie also said: "I think that the war against the Han Dynasty does not involve destroying the soldiers, but killing the army, the people, plundering their wealth, destroying their production, and weakening their national strength. And Youzhou should be one of the goals that our army must overcome.

If Youzhou is in us, the Great Liao can occupy the dangers of Yanshan Mountain. If Youzhou is in the enemy, the Han army can stand here and fight against the Great Liao in the north. If the Han and Yan are always united, it will be even more difficult for our dynasty to defeat it.

If we can use a rebel general to storm the Yan army in civil war, we will give our army the opportunity to take Youzhou, we must not miss it!"

Yelu Jing obviously had a certain understanding of the importance of Youzhou. He turned his head and stared at Xiao Husi and ordered: "Since Zhao Siwan contacted the Northern Privy, you will be responsible for contacting him. To agree to all his requests, you must be sure to strengthen his determination. Those who have such ambition are God helping the Great Liao!"

"Yes!" While responding to his order, Xiao Husi showed another hesitation.

Seeing this, Yelu Jing asked, "What are your concerns?"

Xiao Husi bowed and responded with a cautious attitude: "Your Majesty, I see Zhao Siwan as ambitious, without loyalty and righteousness, arrogant and domineering, and may be inconsistent with his actions. I am worried that if this matter is delayed for too long, there will be problems with Zhao Siwan..."

Xiao Husi's words immediately attracted attention. Yelu Jing looked at him: "What do you mean is it, suggest you move troops now?"

"If I just want to seize Youzhou, I think it may be a try!" Xiao Husi replied.

Hearing this, Yelu Jing pondered for a while, looked at the ministers, looked at Xiao Husi, and said calmly: "Since that's the case, let's give it a try! After resting for a night, I'm still bothering you to secretly go to Tanzhou to contact Zhao Siwan, and be fully responsible for this matter. At the same time, I let Xiao Siwen cooperate with you!"

"Yes!" Xiao Husi immediately said after being entrusted with important tasks.

When he really made a decision, Yelu Jing didn't seem to be listening to the suggestions anymore.

After thinking for a while, Yelu Jing looked at Yelu Talie again: "The Han military strategy is said to be accused of attacking the west. Before the Youzhou incident, can you move in the west?"

"What does your majesty mean?" Yelu Talie asked.

"I heard you say that Yang Ye, the Han general of Yanmen, was the confidant of the Han Emperor. He was a great general and had many elite soldiers under his command. I intend to send a division south to attract the attention of Han and Yan, and also try the combat power of the Han army. It is said that the Han army is strong, so I want to see what exactly!" Yelu Jing said, and bright colors burst out from his eyes.
Chapter completed!