Great Qin had a prosperous age

Chapter 486 is too risky (please give me a monthly recommendation ticket!)
"Please let me go and discuss with Zhang Liang a few more times. If I can get this person's help, the clan leader will undoubtedly be even more powerful. With this person's information, I think the clan leader will be able to capture Handan and Zhucheng with more confidence."

Zhao Xie was extremely angry. He looked at the jade seal and wanted to break it.

"Wait? How long do you have to wait for me? Now that the second generation of Qin is enfeoffing the country, the Yan State has become the Qin State's winning clan, and there is no possibility of its revival. As for the Qi State, it was divided into four, occupied and suppressed separately. Tian These villains will never take the initiative to revolt unless they jump over the wall in a hurry."

"As for the State of Wei, Qin II stationed 30 naval troops in the land of Wei and Chu, and they were very powerful. The State of Wei and the State of Chu are adjacent and can conspire together. But our State of Zhao is closest to the tiger and wolf Qin, and its hinterland is There are elites from the Qin State all over the place. Once there is an incident, the Qi State will not be able to take care of itself, so how can it come to my aid. As for Chu and Wei, I think the Wei State also acts based on the face of the Chu State, let alone come to help our Zhao State."

"As for Korea——"

Zhao Xie said, snorting coldly.

"Although South Korea was annexed by the Qin State after our Zhao State was destroyed, South Korea has long been cannibalized by the Qin State step by step. Today, there are still a few Koreans who remember that they are Koreans. Although Zhang Liang has the intention of restoring the country, Heart, but I can only regret that he was born in the wrong place. If he is willing to contribute to our Zhao country, he will serve as my staff and I will treat him courteously. But he is dedicated to traveling for South Korea. Now he has no descendants in the Korean royal family. If you want to revive South Korea, I’m afraid you’ll have to look elsewhere.”

"South Korea has long been in decline and has been wandering between the three countries of Qin, Chu and Zhao. However, none of our three countries are willing to destroy South Korea, just because South Korea is a barrier between our three countries. Once South Korea is destroyed, Zhao, Wei, and Chu will be exposed to Qin The country’s eyes are low.”

"Now South Korea is even more unbearable, and it will not be beneficial to our Zhao country. Our Zhao country can only make plans for ourselves now."

With that said, Zhao Xie said to Zhang Er and Chen Yu:
"Both of you are originally from the Kingdom of Wei. I don't intend to embarrass you two by saying these things today. It's just that the current situation is such that I, Zhao Xie, cannot tolerate relying on others."

"Now that Qin II has succeeded to the throne, he is vigorously promoting benevolent policies and reducing taxes to win the hearts of the people. Now he is vigorously expelling counterfeit and bad currency and promoting round and square-hole money in the market. The people have benefited from it. Many people have betrayed it. I will show my courtesy to the governors and magistrates of Zhao Kingdom. Over time, they will definitely not listen to me anymore."

"Not only that, Qin II ordered the burning of trees to reclaim wasteland. This move caused many refugees and bandits to lose their Qin household registration and find another place to live."

"Now that things have happened, we have seen the second generation's methods. If we still can't fight back, the world will be completely swallowed up by Qin."

"If I don't take action and wait to join forces with others, I will just watch the Zhao people fall into the trap of the Second World and forget their own country."

Zhao Xie was very worried about this.

Although he has the desire to become a king, what drives this desire to become a king is the desire to restore the country.

"We, the people of Zhao, originally had an sworn feud with the people of Qin. The Qin State launched the Changping War and massacred 40 soldiers of our State of Zhao, causing the entire city of our State of Zhao to criticize Bai Guosu. Such a blood feud has not yet been avenged. Now, It’s like I’m looking for someone but I’ve forgotten all about it.”

"If I, Zhao Xie, don't stand up and lead everyone in the uprising, our Zhao country will no longer lose its city, but our Zhao country will be completely destroyed in the hearts of our Zhao people."

Zhang Er and Chen Yu were greatly shocked by Zhao Xie's words, and there was a surge of passion in their hearts.

Although these two people both want to achieve a career and become a figure like Zhang Yi, and have no national concept in their hearts, they were deeply moved by Zhao Xie's words today.

"Clan Chief Zhao has this intention. No wonder everyone in the Zhao Clan is willing to contribute to the Chief of the Zhao Clan. Zhang Er admires him."

Chen Yu also bowed to express his admiration.

"Although the clan leader is determined to start an uprising as soon as possible, now that the Second Emperor is about to arrive, and Zhang Liang is coming to Handan, but he doesn't understand his motives, what is the clan leader's plan?"

Zhao Xie only said:

"Since the second generation dares to come to Handan, my country of Zhao, then I, Zhao Xie, will never let him come back!"

After hearing this, Chen Yu felt the blood boiling in his body.

“I wonder what the clan leader’s next plan is?”

Zhao Xie looked at Zhang Er and asked:

"I plan to catch turtles in an urn. Since the Second World War is going to have a military parade, Handan City is definitely not a good place. The Qin State's army is usually stationed in Lantian for the elites of Lantian. The elites of Lantian are the ones stationed in our Zhao State this time. This group of elites was originally led by Meng Tian, ​​but now they are led by Dong Yi."

"This Dong Yi comes from a military strategist and is well versed in the art of war. He was a powerful general who attacked our Zhao country in the past. Now he leads troops to garrison in Zhao. I have found out where his garrison is. It is very far away from our city of Handan. In Shangdang place."

"Originally, I was worried that the Qin army would quickly wipe out Handan City if we took it, but now I no longer have such worries."

"The military parade of the second generation must be at the Qin army stationed at Qusuo on the border of our Handan. The number is only 1. Since the second generation is coming, he will not bring more than [-] people. Once he enters the city, I We will send troops when the time comes. When the time comes, the gods will not be aware of it. We can capture Qin II, and when the time comes, we can make him withdraw his troops, and we can also threaten Qin II to make him withdraw his troops."

"At that time, my country of Zhao will definitely be re-established."

After hearing this, Zhang Er didn't say yes or not.

"This is too risky. Can't we really wait?"

Zhao Xie said bluntly:

"It's not that I'm impatient, but now Qin II has made major changes to the Qin State, implemented the Guanzhong standard system, revised laws, and established Confucianism as the method of governing the country. Every step of the way, they are controlling and eating away at the local people's hearts. A few years later , There may still be people in the world who remember Qi, Yue, and Chu, but really no one remembers Zhao!"

"Now that the arrow is on the string, I have to take action. If I hesitate even a little bit, all of us in Zhao will become people who have forgotten their ancestors."

Zhang Er listened, stepped forward and said:
"Since the patriarch is determined to take action as soon as possible, the two of us will do our best to help the patriarch. But this matter must be considered in the long term. After all, this operation is no longer to overthrow Tyrant Qin, but to attack Qin II. Now we only get a little The wind, you must not act rashly, otherwise the dormancy of the past ten years will be in vain."

"The patriarch is feeling a lot of pressure now, and other princes and kings must feel the same way. The sudden arrival of the second generation in the army shows that there are also problems within the empire. The second generation of Qin established Confucianism in the Qin State, but was blocked by many legalists in the country. . The reason why he mobilized troops to come to the land of Zhao must be because he was under pressure from the country and wanted to take refuge temporarily."

"The Second Emperor is no better than the First Emperor. He claims to be benevolent and righteous, but these words have tied his hands. Don't abuse the punishment. We can take advantage of this."

Zhao Xie was confused:

"Mr. Zhang Er, what do you mean?"

Zhang Er stroked his goatee.

"Everyone in the Qin Dynasty was afraid of the First Emperor. It was because the Emperor of Qin liked to use punishment to establish his power. If his subordinates did things that didn't suit their wishes, they would often kill them, thus frightening the officials. But now the second generation's policies are very different from those of the First Emperor. , so without authority. If the leader of a country has no authority, how can the ministers obey him?"

"The Second Emperor of Qin was in his prime when he succeeded to the throne, so he was inevitably arrogant. He wanted the world to return to his heart, and was committed to being a gentle king. He did not understand the gradual transition, and rashly abolished the foundation of the Qin State and imposed benevolence and righteousness on it. In the world, the Qin State, which has always governed the country with heavy punishments, has suddenly changed its national policy, and the officials and the people will no longer be restrained."

"Although the Qin State is strong, it is not invulnerable. Why don't you sit down and listen to us, the emperor's salary-eaters, make suggestions for the clan leader?"

Chen Yu puffed up his chest and said:
"I think that the second generation can only do some tricks. And we have suffered enough from the Qin people over the years. Over the years, we have strengthened our troops, hoarded food and grass, and traveled to other countries. In order to restore the country, we have done A lot of preparation. There is no need to be so pessimistic."

"Now that the clan leader has obtained the jade seal, when the time comes, the clan officials will support the clan leader as King Zhao. Qi Chu is under pressure. Once he learns of King Zhao's uprising, he will definitely rise up and gather in response."

Zhao Xie shook his head on the spot.

Zhao Xie held out his bulging belly, and the dark clothes on his body were as solemn as the night.Zhao Xie was as anxious as an ant on a hot pot, pacing around in place.

"Having said that, although I, Zhao, have always been a generous and chivalrous man, our people have actually been frightened by the Qin army for a long time. If we really want to revolt, I am afraid that there will be another fierce battle. I am afraid that I, Zhao, have just stood in the city. If you see the Qin people coming, you will throw down your flag and leave."

What Zhao Xie said is not without reason.

As the barrier for Yan, Qi and Wei in the world, Zhao always bears the most casualties.

The State of Zhao and the State of Qin fought and lost millions of troops, and now the country's strength is at a loss.

"I, Zhao Guo, can't stand the toss."

Zhang Er saw that Zhao Xie was under a lot of pressure and had to do that extraordinary thing, so he felt that it would not work.

"Mr. Zhang Er also knows that the Zhao clan and I have reached an agreement long ago to start an uprising in Xia Yue. Now that Qin II has suddenly arrived, I thought we should take action on time."

"Thank you, Mr. Zhang Er, for continuing to spy on the Qin people's movements for me. I will be ready to take action in advance."

"I would also trouble Mr. Chen Yu to go with my people to inform the Tian family of Qi, the Wei family of Wei, and the Sun family of Song family of Chu."

Zhao Xie looked at the two people. Zhang Er naturally agreed, but Chen Yu was hesitant to move.

"Although Mr. Zhang Er and I are very different in age, we have been acting together for more than ten years."

When Zhao Xie saw this, he knew that Chen Yu would not agree.

"I'm afraid Patriarch Zhao has forgotten that Chen Yu and I are both wanted by the Qin State. Now asking Chen Yu to go back to the Wei State to inform the Wei people is not sending a sheep into a tiger's mouth?"

When Zhao Xie heard this, he just pretended to be suddenly enlightened. He widened his eyes and looked surprised.

"Blame me, blame me, I actually forgot about this."

Chen Yu's face turned slightly pale. They came to seek refuge with Zhao Xie in the first place precisely because Zhao Xie was able to provide them with a convenient identity and keep them alive. But now it seems that Zhao Xie is not even able to save himself. .

Zhao Xie was naturally unhappy when he saw that Chen Yu was not willing to sacrifice his life for him.

Over the years, Zhao Xie has provided everything for these two people.

"Clan Chief, this matter still needs detailed planning. The two of us will visit the Patriarch tomorrow."

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After saying that, Zhao Xie stood up, and the other warriors around him had already surrounded him.

After everyone said goodbye, Zhang Er stayed at Chen Yu's home.

Zhang Er bowed:
"Actually, I can take the risk to deliver the message to him, but why doesn't Mr. allow me to do so?"

"You have also seen that since the second generation succeeded to the throne, the patriarch has begun to lose his composure. First, the enfeoffment, and now the reform of the currency system. These measures have put tremendous pressure on Zhao Xie, and he has lost his sense of proportion."

"I heard that the Second Emperor was coming to Handan and decided to assassinate him. He made such a risky decision. How could a person like him become the leader of a country?"

Chen Yu always admired Zhang Er, but he didn't listen to Zhang Er in everything.

"Sir, what you mean is that we have to stand by and watch now."

"Qin's 30 elite troops are stationed in Shangdang. The army is ready to march. It will take less than three days to reach the city. However, Zhao Xie can only control half of Zhao's city. Once Qin and Zhao go to war, who will win and who will lose? Isn't it obvious? ?"

Chen Yu had a serious look on his face after hearing this.

"Moreover, even Zhao Xie thinks that Wei and Qi will not send troops to assist him, so how can you think that even if you notify Qi and Chu, these people will definitely rise up to resist Qin."

Everything Zhang Er said made sense.

After hearing this, Chen Yu was naturally disheartened and sat on the ground dejectedly.

The candlelight grew dimmer and dimmer.

"Is it true that God wants to help the Qin State? When the Duke took me to hide my name, I was whipped by the Qin people for a trivial matter. I wanted to resist and kill the Qin soldier, but the Duke stepped on me and told me not to do it because of it. A small moment of humiliation can make you forget big things.”

"But now, I have been waiting for many years, but here is the result. Teach me how to be willing!"

Almost beating my chest.

With his hands on his knees, he kept shaking his head and moaning, like a wolf that had lost its prey.

Zhang Er's skinny hand rested on Chen Yu's shoulder, which was particularly strong.

"There is no end to the road. You and I have been dormant for so long and have met many knights."

When Chen Yu heard this, hope lit up in his eyes.

"Sir, you mean..."

"Zhao Xie will definitely lose, but if we take the wrong direction, we may not be unable to win."

"What do you mean sir?"

"Zhao Xie is the leader of the Zhao Kingdom, and he has many eyes and ears around him. If any news of this kind of thing leaks out, the Zhao clan will be destroyed. Not to mention that he wants to besiege Qin II. He is now at his wits end and can only use ruthless moves. Although Zhao Xie is a human being, There is strength in numbers, but for things like assassination, numbers of people are very disadvantageous. But we are different. Although we are small in number, we can move quickly and swiftly. Moreover, we are all people who have been on the run, and there are many who are superb in swordsmanship."

Chen Yu looked surprised.

"Why would you think of assassination, sir?"

"Qin will not let us go, and Zhao has no ability to resist Qin. If we want to go elsewhere now, we can only go to Chu. To go to Chu, we must pass through South Korea and Wei. Without Zhao Xie's cover, we Your identity will be revealed soon, and I’m afraid you will die even faster.”

"We have no way to retreat now, so we might as well do what Zhang Liang did back then. Although we may not succeed, we don't have to regret it for the rest of our lives."

"I am old, and my only wish for the rest of my life is to overthrow the Qin State. You are younger than me, and you still have a bright future. If you are not willing to follow me, then quickly leave Handan with your wife and children and escape to the Yan State. "

"Yan State is far away. Although there are princes of Qin State, it is a good place to hide. If you stay in Handan City, you will definitely be implicated by me."

It would be fine if Zhang Er didn't say these words. Chen Yu might not want to go with him, but after entering the country and saying these words, Chen Yu said categorically:
"I'll go with you."

(End of this chapter)