"General, I think we should take advantage of the fact that the forces of the Yan State and the remaining Zhao parties have not yet truly gathered together, send troops across the Yishui River, capture Wuyang, attack Yannan, and approach Jicheng."
"With our military strength, we can definitely win the battle."
Both sides of the Yishui River had long been under the control of the Qin army. The tens of thousands of troops in Wuyang City could not cause any obstruction at all. General Xin Sheng came forward and looked at the general Wang Jian in front of him, bowed and clasped his fists in salute.
At this point, many generals on the left and right agreed, and the remaining power of Zhao State in this generation could not cause any hindrance at all. Instead, the Yan State was under its sight. Sure enough, they took advantage of the fact that the Yan State was not ready, directly defeated the Yan State, and then took advantage of the trend to attack and destroy it.
The power of Zhao Zhao.
It should be considered an extremely good thing.
"Hahaha, it's easy to decide the Yan Kingdom with one move."
"But... if we attack the Yan State first and conquer the Yan State, the remnant Zhao State may flee elsewhere. In the future, it will be a trouble in the future, and we will need to send out large armies to continuously encircle and suppress it."
"That's it, how about finishing it in one battle?"
In the shogunate's military tent, the army had not yet been fully mobilized. Wang Jian was not covered in heavy black armor, but only wore a dark brocade robe.
What we are discussing today is how to deal with the series of actions taken by the Yan Kingdom. In just one month, they have recruited 300,000 troops, which is really not to be underestimated.
The combat power of soldiers is important, but the number of soldiers is equally important.
In addition, the forces gathered by all parties are comparable to the less than 300,000 troops under his own command. Moreover, at this time, we cannot take it lightly.
Decades of fighting told me that no matter what time, I must march steadily. I was not far from a large map on the side. I heard Xin Sheng's words, observed the generals' intentions, spoke with determination, and smiled lightly.
"The three countries of Qi, Chu, and Wei are in great trouble themselves. It is impossible to send a large army to assist Yan. However, it will make it much easier for us to fight in the future."
Wearing black cloud armor, he is tall and strong, with square and handsome eyebrows. Although there is a hint of wind and dust-black luster, there is a different kind of iron-blooded aura silently spreading all over his body.
What the general said is indeed reasonable. For military strategists, what they like most is a big battle. Firstly... it can determine the outcome quickly, and secondly... it can save a lot of trouble.
Sure enough, small battles were going on one after another, so it was really disturbing.
Thinking of this, I thought of the barbarian race of the Beihu Xiongnu whom Jiuyuan Camp was guarding. Every time I led my troops to attack them, and as soon as I won some victories, they would flee deep into the grassland.
Leaving his army unable to attack, he could indeed fight against the Golden Fire Cavalry, which he had initially trained successfully, and he should be able to kill them all.
"I do think that if the Yan State can really help Qi State, Chu State and other countries join forces with it to fight against Qin, that will be what I wish for."
"The fewer battlefields, the better, and the more enemy troops, the better. What the Qin army wants at this moment is what I want."
Wang Jian laughed again and looked at Meng Tian. Contrary to what they thought, Wang Jian was very much looking forward to the fact that Yan State could really promote a multi-party alliance to attack Qin, and then the result would be better.
"The first priority in all military operations is to fight without multiple forces. Why would the general ask for multiple forces to join forces to attack me?"
The leader, Ma Xing, cupped his hands and clasped his fists, slightly puzzled.
Looking left and right, this question came out.
"You and others are all paying attention to the current situation in Yan State."
"But they have somewhat ignored the general trend of the Xia countries. The current situation is very unreasonable. The Shandong countries are at the end of their powerful crossbows. Even if six or seven parties come out at the same time, they are all tired and indifferent. Why should we be afraid!"
"For example, the current Yan State recruited 300,000 soldiers in just one month. However... there is no general to lead the army, no training in actual combat, no strong armor or sharp weapons, and no abundant food and grass."
As General Wang Jian spoke, he put his hands behind his back and walked to the map on the side. He looked up and down, and while he was talking, he analyzed the situation of the Shandong countries in front of him.
In the shogunate's military tent, everyone in the military tent listened carefully.
"The current plan of the Yan State is to recruit soldiers to fight against the Qin State, and to delay the war as much as possible. Even if the Qin army cannot be defeated, it must be sustained for enough time to prepare for the arrival of autumn in three or four months.
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"Autumn in the Yan Kingdom barely shows up, and it directly enters winter. At that time, the entire Yan Kingdom is plunged into the wind, snow and severe cold. From what I see, the Yan Kingdom's plan is to plan an escape before fighting. It is a guilty conscience.
It can be seen.”
"As for the power to defeat Zhao, I personally attacked and destroyed Zhao. I don't know much about the situation there. Even though there are hundreds of thousands of people in Dai Land, they are all frightened."
"The 100,000 troops sent out are only 50,000 or 60,000 elite. The leader, Zhao Ping, is leading an army for the first time. He has never experienced such a war. There are no good generals in the Yan Kingdom, so there is nothing to worry about."
"After all this, even if there are millions of armies coming from all directions, I will only use the Lantian army in my hand to defeat them."
Wang Jian looked quite excited and confident, looking at the map that he had long known by heart, and said that the overall situation and trends at present were just as he said, and all the efforts of all parties were indeed achieved.
You should also have nothing to fear.
The generals listened carefully and thought for a while, then looked at each other, nodded slightly, and kept smiling on their faces.
"Report!"
Immediately, the generals entered today's discussion.
They have made all kinds of preparations and are waiting for all parties united by the Yan State to be in place. When the time comes... they will be completely defeated in one fell swoop just as the general said.
All his efforts are accomplished in one battle!
Not long after, an order came from outside the shogunate.
Then, a document branded with secret fire paint came in from outside the shogunate and fell into Wang Jian's hand. He faced the generals' gazes and read the contents of the document.
"Oh, Yan Dan personally worshiped the Mohist giant Lu Zhenlang as the general of Yan State's army in front of Jicheng Royal City, and he took charge of the 300,000 troops recruited by Yan State."
"Road pillow?"
"It's this person!"
Wang Jian raised his eyebrows slightly and looked at the document in his hand. The contents were written in great detail. He murmured in his mouth that he had some impressions of Lu Zhenlang.
He is the tycoon of the Mohist School, a hundred schools of thought, and the leader of the Mohist sect that previously roamed the Qi State. He has a good position in the Mohist School. He ascended the throne after the death of his predecessor, the Six-fingered Black Man.
Moreover, during the Longxi earthquake a few years ago, this person also appeared in some documents sent from Marquis Wu Zhen.
Now...he is going to become the commander-in-chief of Yan's 300,000-strong army?
For some reason, Wang Jian felt a little funny.
"Road pillow?"
"This man is a giant of the Mohist family. He is well-known among hundreds of scholars. He is the one who resists the Qin the most strongly among hundreds of scholars in Shandong. But... this person is indeed not weak in talent and learning."
"It's a pity... some people are trying to steal others. During the earthquake in Longxi, they actually tried to win over the barbarians west of the river to invade Longxi. They really deserve to be killed."
Li Xinxin said something, and naturally he was no stranger to this person.
But... I don't have any good impressions.
He should be killed.
"General, can you tell me who will command the army of Can Zhao?"
At that moment, Meng Tian bowed his hands and looked directly at the superior general Wang Jian, bowing and thinking deeply.
"Haha, Meng Tian, you... are very good."
"In the debate in the royal city, Lu Zhenlang defeated Zhao Ping of the disabled Zhao. So far, the 100,000 troops of the disabled Zhao were also under Lu Zhenlang's command."
Wang Jian seemed to feel a sense of admiration, and praised him unabashedly.
"For hundreds of years, Yan and Zhao have been feuding countries."
"Judging from Meng Tian's perspective, the elite of the defeated Zhao State may not necessarily be the opening to destroy the Yan State."
"These 100,000 troops can be said to be the last strength of Zhao Jia. If Zhao Jia really had the determination to persevere, he would not have fallen into this situation."
Indeed, Meng Tian had ideas.
It was still a sudden and wonderful idea that came to me, the idea was clear, and a different kind of smile flashed across my face.
"Well, we'll talk about this later."
Wang Jian nodded and did not dwell on this issue.
Regardless of whether Yan Dan worships Lu Zhenlang as the commander-in-chief of the army.
Or is it the deep meaning hidden in Meng Tian’s words.
It's not very important anymore.
Without it, Yan's various strategies would be all vain under the suppression of absolute strength.
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The moonlit night was getting deeper. Deep in Xianyang Palace, Qin Wangzheng was still handling important military and political affairs in the study room of the side hall. With the expansion of Qin's territory, the number of official documents also increased suddenly.
In the past few years, among the documents I have written down, in addition to various documents on the government, military and civilian affairs of the Qin State, battlefield military reports and military information from all parties also account for a considerable proportion.
In addition, you have to take the appropriate time to read the classics gathered from the Shandong countries. Before the Zhao State was conquered and destroyed, the King of Qin still had some leisure time.
At present, it is already the third watch outside the hall, and I am still sitting behind the paperwork, quietly looking at the documents in my hands. There are already a lot of documents beside me. Even though they have been converted into paper documents,... the number has not decreased.
How can time be reduced?
Buzz! Buzz! Buzz!
At that time, there was a rhythmic sound of bells, and the pen in Qin Wangzheng's hand just happened to finish reviewing a document. Feeling this, Danfeng's eyes looked to the side.
It already shows midnight.
"Li Si, Meng Yi, please go and rest."
After taking a breath, Qin Wangzheng moved his sight not far away. In front of the side hall, on one left and one on the right, there were also people behind the case, who were also busy with something.
The entire palace was silent, and the words made the two people look moved.
"Your Majesty."
"Just wait another hour."
Li Si sat on his seat, bowed his hands, and looked at Qin Wangzheng, his superior. At present, there are still some documents left on the bill, so he should finish reading and marking them before leaving.
"How dare Meng Yi be lazy when your great king's body is so rich."
On the other side, a young man also bowed.
Li Si currently holds the position of Prime Minister and is in charge of all affairs of the state. He and Prime Minister Chang Pingjun handle the documents of various major administrative offices. He has great authority.
He is an expert in writing and writing, mainly dealing with the internal affairs of the side palace. He can concurrently serve as the chief historian, and he also has the power of reading and reviewing by the government.
Meng Yi, months ago, was promoted to the assistant of Chang Shi. He has a sharp personality and often accompanies the King of Qin to implement the confidential affairs approved by the King of Qin, as well as make urgent appointments with ministers to discuss foreign matters.
"Hahaha, here comes someone, tell Shangshifang to bring the night food."
Qin Wangzheng laughed loudly upon hearing this, nodded, and gave the order directly.
"Speaking of it... I am a little envious of Marquis Wu Zhen's leisure time in the four counties."
"It stands to reason that I will leave the important military and political affairs of the four counties to Wuzhenhou. With Wuzhenhou's lazy temperament, the important affairs of the four counties are enough to keep him busy."
"But in the past few months, it has not been like this. On the contrary, it has become more leisurely."
A maid came to the side to pour some refreshing tea. King Qin took a sip and looked at Li Si and Meng Yi. It was already midnight and he was still busy.
And Brother Wang is probably already resting now.
It’s really….
Qin Wangzheng was quite helpless.
"Li Si is also aware of what Wu Zhenhou did in Nanjun. Speaking of it, it is quite the wonder of Legalism's magic power."
When Li Si heard this, he seemed to feel something, his expression moved slightly, and he spoke without saying much.
Marquis Wu Zhen established the Menxiatang and Zhengshitang in the Nanjun Governor's Mansion.
Menxiatang is somewhat like the major offices of the national government, responsible for various important affairs of the four counties.
The political affairs hall is somewhat like the center of the Qin court. There are five people in total, who coordinate all major military and political affairs in the four counties. They make decisions and submit documents to Marquis Wuzhen. They know that the words "yes" or "no" are written on the document.
It's really easy.
In addition, all matters are discussed in the political hall first, regulations are formulated as a whole, and decisions are finally made, just like before.
Marquis Wu Zhen seems to be extremely leisurely, but in fact he has a firm control over the important military and political affairs of the four counties. He appoints and dismisses the five people in the Zhengshitang, and the Menxiatang is even more restrained by the gate of the Zhengshitang.
The checks and balances between each other are the wonders of Taoism's yin and yang.
Li Si thought about it carefully, and he really admired Wu Zhenhou to the extreme. He really didn't know how Wu Zhenhou came up with such a strategy to govern the country and saw it through his own eyes.
There will be imitators in future generations.
But... the king raised this matter tonight, but it’s hard to say much. What Wu Zhenhou did was actually to vaguely transfer the master’s authority into the hands of his ministers and distract the power of authority.
If he is as intelligent and resourceful as Wu Zhenhou, everything is under control and there should be no problems.
However, if the owner of that level of authority has a bad temper in his turn, there is a danger of backlash and overstepping.
I dare not say much about this matter.
"Meng Yi, what do you think?"
With a smile on his face, King Qin looked at Li Si, then put down the tea cup in his hand, and his eyes fell on Meng Yi. He admired this young man from the Meng clan very much.
"What Marquis Wu Zhen did in Nanjun, the division of the political hall is like the dispersion of authority in the government, checks and balances, but it is not speedy. The decision is made by Marquis Wuzhen, and the order is given by the gate hall."
"Meng Yi believes that Marquis Wu Zhen's actions have sublimated the temple system since the Spring and Autumn Period."
Compared to Li Si's brief words, Meng Yi thought for a moment, stood up straight, bowed his hands and looked at the king, and said what he thought, since the Spring and Autumn Period, the system of temples in various countries has mostly been a system of multiple ministers with civil and military ranks.
The leader of the civil servants is the prime minister. The person who looks after the state is extremely polite to all officials.
The leader of the military commanders is the general, the general, and the commander-in-chief, Sima.
What Qin Ting did was similar.
However, the Menxiatang and Zhengshitang established by Marquis Wu Zhen in Nanjun made Meng Yi see another mode of temple operation. At present, it seems to be quite effective.
In addition, the operations of the four counties have not been affected at all.