Emperor Qin Ba Shi

Chapter 64 Zhang Cang's Shocking Statement
"Nanyue Zhao Tuo?"

Liu Ji shook his head: "Mr. Zifang, the Nanyue Qin Army has already burned down the plank road and blocked the Lingqu Canal. They made it clear that they don't want to participate in this battle for the Central Plains!"

Seeing Liu Jixu trembling, his red face turning black for a while, and his black face turning red for a while, Zhang Liang was speechless.

After being silent for a long time, Zhang Liang sighed with emotion, and said, "Pei Gong, today is different from the past. At that time, Qin II was in a daze, and Zhao Gao misled the country with power."

"The meritorious ministers who followed the First Emperor to fight the world, died, and were imprisoned. Not to mention, as the commander of the 30 Nine Plains Army, Meng Tian, ​​who has made great achievements in the world, was forced to commit suicide!"

"Zhao Tuo naturally wants to protect himself. Blocking the Lingqu and burning down the plank road is just an attitude."

Zhang Liang pondered for a moment, and said: "Now Qin II killed Zhao Gao, with the heart of a hero and general, he issued an imperial edict to appease the wrath of the old Qin people."

"Once Zhao Tuo breaks through the Lingqu, it will help Hu Hai reunify the world and quell the civil strife. At that time, Zhao Tuo will be a big contributor."

"Under such circumstances, Zhao Tuo may not be tempted. What's more, Qin Ershi will never stop contacting Zhao Tuo. The old Qin people are loyal to the Ying family after all!"

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"Nanyue Zhao Tuo!" Liu Ji sneered, and suddenly exploded: "As Mr. said, today is different, even if Zhao Tuo wants to come out, Hu Hai may not dare to use it!"

Zhang Liang was neither humble nor overbearing, and said: "Pei Gong's words are wrong, as long as the Qin army's military talisman is in hand, plus the first emperor's sword Tianwen, and the Great Qin Empire's Zhenqin sword."

"As long as Hu Hai wants the Nanyue Qin army, Zhao Tuo can't stop it. Both Zhao Tuo and Hu Hai know this, so Hu Hai will not be afraid of Zhao Tuo!"

"call……"

He let out a long breath, glanced at Chi Xiao, and said, "Since that's the case, what do you think Liu Ji should do?"

Zhang Liang glanced quickly: "I think that according to the negotiations between Wuguan and Qin Ershi, the greatest benefits can be obtained, so that Pei Gong can gain a foothold in the Central Plains, and then plan other things."

At the same time, Xiao He approached leisurely, and his face was filled with joy: "Pei Gong, Mr. Zifang's words are very true. In the current situation, our army's destruction of Qin has become empty talk. For the current plan, the only option is to retreat."

"Okay!" Liu Ji stopped drinking and said loudly, "Just take two gentlemen, Liu Ji is not afraid of anyone!"

……

Liu Ji didn't want to be the dog of King Huai of Chu, but to be an enemy of Xiang Yu, who was famous all over the world.But he had to rely on King Huai of Chu to get what he wanted.

Now that the Great Qin Empire is still alive, as long as Hu Hai makes concessions, he can get what he wants.

At this moment, an ambition called separation grew wildly in Liu Ji's heart.

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Hangu Pass.

The soldiers of the Qin army had already returned to Hangu Pass. Under Hu Hai's arrangement, the wounded soldiers were treated as quickly as possible, but the army's momentum was low and filled the entire Hangu Pass.

"Your Majesty, the minister was defeated by Xiang Yu, causing the entire army to die outside Hangu Pass. Please punish me!"

……

Hu Hai was shocked when he heard it, and felt ashamed for a while.Involuntarily, he bowed deeply to Wang Ben, and then turned his head and bowed deeply to Tian Wenjian.

"Marquis Tongwu, victory or defeat is a common matter in military affairs, you don't have to worry about it!" Hu Hai supported Wang Ben, and said: "What's more, although Xiang Yu was not defeated in this battle, it also slowed down the Kwantung Allied Forces."

"With an army of 30 or [-], the [-] Kwantung coalition forces were held back abruptly. The defeat at Hangu Pass was not a crime of war!"

……

After a comforting meal, Tong Wu Hou Wang Ben just calmed down and sat down again.

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"Your Majesty, the guard of Hangu Pass, Zhang Cang begs to see you!"

Hearing this, a bright light flashed across Hu Hai's eyes, he burst out laughing, and said, "Quickly pass it on!"

"Yes!"

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"Minister Zhang Cang greets His Majesty!"

Hu Hai's eyes flickered for a moment, and he stretched out his left hand and waved: "Excuse me, flat body!"

"Yes."

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"Tongwu Hou is tired from the battle, go down and rest first, and talk about the strategy of defeating the enemy tomorrow!"

"Yes!"

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For three hours in a row, Hu Hai followed Zhang Cang around the Hangu Pass Great Wall with great interest.Along the way, Zhang Cang talked about the political affairs in Shangjun, and Hu Hai asked while listening.

"Zhang Cang, you must be aware of the current situation in the world. What should Daqin do now?"

"What should Daqin do?" Zhang Cang shouted in surprise.

"Ah."

Facing Hu Hai's gaze, Zhang Cang pondered for a long time before bowing deeply: "Now Hangu Pass is in the hands of our army, as long as Hangu Pass is not lost, we will be guaranteed."

"With the [-] troops led by Guan Youxi, for a while, Liu Ji's Chu army was powerless. In a short period of time, Guanzhong is as stable as Mount Tai, as solid as gold."

"This means that the direct threat to the capital Xianyang has been lifted, and the imperial court and the Guanzhong area have temporarily settled down. In addition, your Majesty will eliminate Zhao Gao and issue an imperial edict."

"The hearts of the people and the army are determined to make meritorious deeds. As long as the deployment is proper, the Great Qin Empire can also be safe!"

There was silence on the Great Wall, Hu Hai looked at Zhang Cang's stern and pensive black face, and Sifu asked for a moment, "How should we deploy it? Does Ai Qing have any countermeasures?"

Zhang Cang laughed suddenly, with a murderous look in his eyes: "Your Majesty, the imperial court has fully realized the seriousness of the situation and must change its strategy."

"From devoting all efforts to suppress the rebellion and stabilize the empire, to temporarily abandoning the land east of Hangu Pass, and rewarding the heroes of the world in the name of His Majesty."

"At the same time, make new military deployments: first, the whole country enters the wartime system, and implements general military mobilization. Second, the military commander Wang Ben is the commander of the army, and the prime minister suppresses all military affairs of the rebellion."

"Thirdly, His Majesty returns to Xianyang immediately, and urges the left and other officials to rebuild the court, stabilize Guanzhong, and stabilize the hearts of the people."

"Fourth, strengthen the military defense in the Guanzhong area, urgently recruit 15 troops, [-] will be stationed in Bashu, and [-] will be stationed in Xianyang."

"Fifth, rebuild the Lantian Camp, responsible for training recruits, and prepare for the empire's recovery of lost territory."

"Fourth, the southern army stationed in Lingnan will be transferred internally to cooperate with Tong Wuhou to suppress the rebellion. At the same time, we will weaken Zhao Tuo's strength and avoid posing a threat to the empire."

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Hearing Zhang Cang's eloquent talk, a strange look flashed across Hu Hai's eyes.Obviously, Zhang Cang had thought carefully about the future of the Great Qin Empire.

This kind of deployment is the most suitable for the Great Qin Empire, where people's hearts are currently in turmoil.

After pondering for a moment, Hu Hai said: "Aiqing is indeed a great talent, but the little Shangjun sheriff is buried."

"The current situation in the Great Qin Empire is in dire straits, so I had no choice but to transfer you to be the guard of Hangu Pass. When the overall situation in the world is stable, I will reserve the position of Prime Minister for you."

"Join the old Qin, let's go to the country together!" Zhang Cang was startled: "As a native of the old Qin, I should die for the Great Qin Empire and share the worries of His Majesty."

"The right minister is a high position, the minister dare not expect extravagantly!"

Hu Hai's eyes were burning like a torch, he paused every word, and said: "Just like the Qin people's old oath, I will fight with the old Qin and go to the national calamity together, Aiqing dare not?"

(End of this chapter)