Take the city to the Warring States

Chapter 125 Wei State Envoy
A soldier from Daliang of the State of Wei hurried into the palace, and the civil and military officials of the Manchu Dynasty were silent for a moment.When the soldiers saw Wei Ying, they quickly knelt down on the ground: "The border customs hastened to report that Qi has agreed to Zhao's request and is gathering troops to send troops to our country."

"Qi State? I have been waiting for them for a year."When Wei Ying heard that Qi State was coming to attack, not only was she not worried, but on the contrary she felt excited.

As soon as Wei Ying's words fell, all the generals were overjoyed, and immediately began to discuss.

"The king of Qi wanted to reap the benefits, but our country and Zhao country only confronted each other between Handan and Xindu. But there was no large-scale battle, so they couldn't sit still."

"Qi State never expected that the reason why our country did not fall into the quagmire of Zhao State was because of Qi State."

"So it seems that it is time to transfer back the army and turn to face Qi."

Listening to these discussions, Wei Ying looked at Hui Shi: "Thanks to Xiangguo reminding everyone a year ago, our country did not fall into the quagmire of Zhao Guo."

"The most urgent task of the two countries is to negotiate a peace with Zhao State and transfer the army back to face Qi State."Hui Shi bowed to Wei Ying and spoke to Wei Ying.

Wei Ying weighed in her heart, her brows gradually frowned: "Our country and Zhao have become enemies, and the alliance between the Three Jins has also been broken. It may be difficult to negotiate a peace at this time."

"Half of Zhao's treasury in Handan has now fallen into our hands. At this time, Zhao's vitality has been seriously injured. Otherwise, why is it only a confrontation between Handan and Xindu, but has not sent troops to take back Handan? So I concluded that, At this time, Zhao Guo should be more willing to negotiate peace with our country."Hui Shi told Wei Ying his analysis.

Wei Ying looked at Hui Shi thoughtfully: "That being said, it is too difficult to negotiate a peace. In the battle of Handan, the two countries have become mortal enemies, how will they be resolved?"

"Dare to ask the king and the country of Zhao, what is the difficulty?"Hui Shi looked at Wei Ying and asked again.

Listening to Hui Shi's question, Wei Ying blurted out without thinking: "Because Handan of Zhao State is in our hands, so...".

"So I proposed to return Handan and rejoin the alliance with Zhao Guo."When Hui Shi said this, his face was serious.

There was an uproar in the civil and military affairs of the Manchu Dynasty, and the voice of discussion suddenly rose.

"No, returning it to Handan wouldn't the blood of our soldiers be shed in vain."

"Handan is the capital of Zhao and the country, and the flowers are blooming like brocades. If it is to be returned, the price is too high."

"If the army is transferred back like this, wouldn't it be a joke to attack Zhao before?"

Hui Shi listened to these remarks, looked around at the top of the main hall and became silent: "Since everyone knows that Handan is Zhao State and the capital, then you should also understand the importance of Handan to Zhao State. If our country wants to negotiate peace with Zhao State, Do not return Handan. Do you think Zhao Guoguo agrees? Qi State is about to send troops. If Zhao State delays the main force of our country, the loss at that time will be comparable to that of Handan."

"The Xiangguo's words are justified, but just return Handan like this. Can our soldiers be convinced?".A general looked at Hui Shi and asked him a question.

Hui Shi was silent for a moment, and explained to him: "Returning Handan is a prerequisite for peace negotiations, but our country should not return it in vain."

"I also ask Xiangguo to make it clear."The general showed an expectant look, and continued to ask Hui Shi.

Hui Shi smiled at the general, and looked at Wei Ying again: "Your Majesty, why don't we ask the King of Zhao for food and supplies to return to Handan? Launch an attack on our country. In case our country is at war with Qi, the country of Zhao will turn its back on what it says.

"Grain and supplies? I don't know how much food and supplies Handan is worth in King Zhao's heart."Wei Ying's spirit was shaken, and she couldn't help but scream in her heart.Thinking of Zhao Zhong's appearance when he bought Handan with food and supplies, a smile could not help but appear on the corner of his mouth.

Hui Shi fell into deep thought, as if he was calculating how much Zhao Guo still had to pay at this time.How to make Zhao feel distressed, but not completely exceed their bottom line: "Zhao lost Handan, and half of the treasury has been lost. At this time, with Zhao's national power, the king might as well ask Zhao Wang to give it to our country. Supporting an army of 60, the food and supplies for the three-year battle. As a result, Zhao’s food and grass in the southern border will be lost, and it will be impossible to launch an attack on our country in a short time.”

"The food, fodder and luggage that supported the 60 army for three years."Wei Ying repeated in a low voice, gradually falling into deep thought.

All civil and military officials heard that they looked at each other, as if they had thought of something, and started talking again.

"The grain and grass that supported the 60 army for three years of conquest, if the general remembers correctly, the amount of grain, grass and luggage stored in Xindu is exactly this amount."

"It not only makes Zhao State distressed, but also allows Zhao State to afford it. In the end, Zhao State must be unable to send troops when our country is at war with Qi State. From this point of view, no matter from which point of view, it is very good for our country ".

"I just don't know if King Zhao is willing to do so."

"I heard that King Zhao was worried about Handan, and he has been ill for a year."

"Since he is ill, and our country and Zhao State belong to the three Jin Dynasties, it is better to use this Handan to treat Zhao Wang's illness."

"I'm afraid that the medicine is too strong. King Zhao's body is too weak to withstand the force of the medicine."

The smile on Wei Ying's face became even stronger: "If Zhao Zhong can't bear the power of the medicine, and the mountain collapses accidentally, no wonder there are so few people."

"I heard that the current position of Prince Zhao is not very stable. Once Zhao Zhong dies, Zhao Guo will have a good show."A man dressed as a civil servant saluted Wei Ying with a strong smile on his face.

Wei Ying looked around at the ministers: "No matter what, return Handan to Zhao State and ask for food and supplies. Whether Zhao Zhong dies or not, he will not be able to intervene in the war between our country and Qi State."

"Your Majesty not only wants to negotiate a peace, but also joins an alliance with King Zhao to make up for the gap and restore the Three-Jin Alliance. Only when the three kingdoms of Wei, Zhao, and Han are united again can our country's hegemony be stabilized."Hui Shi proposed to Wei Ying.

Alliance?Wei Ying looked at Hui Shi with some hesitation in her eyes: "Alliance with Zhao Guoguo?".

"Only the alliance can allow our country to concentrate on dealing with Qi in the future."Hui Shi's tone was very firm.

Wei Ying thought for a while and nodded: "In this case, let's send an envoy to inform King Zhao that I will leave for Handan at the appointed time. During this period, the state affairs will be left to Lao Xiangguo."

"Follow the king's orders."Hui Shi bowed to accept the order.

Wei Ying looked at one person and told him: "Shen'er, you will supervise the country during the widow's absence, and you can learn more about governing the country from the prime minister."

"The son obeys the order".Wei Shen took orders respectfully.

Wei Ying thought about the current situation in her heart: "Qi State may send troops immediately. The main force of our country is in Handan, and it will take time to be transferred back. It is better to send an order to Long Jia to dispatch the military soldiers of the upper county to return to Daliang immediately. At the same time, order Wei Ang to go to Daliang. Hexi was guarded to guard against Qin."

"Your Majesty thinks twice, and Young Master Ang is young, it might be a little inappropriate to go to Hexi."When Hui Shi heard that Wei Ying wanted Wei Ang to guard Hexi, he quickly persuaded him.

Wei Ying was unmoved, and looked at Hui Shi: "Qin is almost broken, how dare you send troops at this time. Tiao Ang Er went there, just for peace of mind. There is no need for Xiangguo to say more, I have made up my mind."

"Follow the order".Seeing the tone of Wei Ying's words, Hui Shi immediately stopped talking.

(End of this chapter)