Zhao Weiwang in the Warring States Period

The leased farm tools and oxen have been paid in full two years ago, and now the ox and Quyuan plow in the field belong to the farmer.

In addition, the cow gave birth to three calves, and the farmer kept one and sold the other two calves to other farmers, which was another income.

Finally, the farmer's wife would go to the city to work in the city's private woolen mill every year during the slack season, which was also an income.

After Lingling finally figured it out, Zhao Dan was shocked to find that the farmer's family had had four different sources of income in the past year, no wonder his family's life was so prosperous.

"I see." Zhao Dan nodded, and couldn't help asking: "Are there many families like your family in your village?"

The farmer puffed out his chest and said proudly: "Of course there are not many of them. This family is one of the wealthiest families in the village. But to tell you the truth, life in the village has been getting better every year. In previous years, people still died of starvation, but last year, no one died of freezing and starvation, it’s really amazing, amazing!” The farmer let out a sound of admiration as he spoke.

It seemed that the talk was about to get excited, and the farmer couldn't stop talking once he opened it: "To be honest, it is all thanks to the king to have such a life! If the king didn't use these Quyuanli and cattle at a very low price It is impossible for us to rent it to us at the price, and our life will not undergo such earth-shaking changes, and the appearance of the woolen sweater is said to be developed by the king, and "

The farmer talked endlessly, and his words were full of admiration for the king of the Dragon Terrace Palace in Handan.

Zhao Dan didn't stop him, just smiled and watched the farmer keep talking.

To be honest, the feeling of being flattered in person is really cool!

In fact, this is also a very normal thing. After all, Zhao Guo has waged wars with foreign countries for so many years, and of course it is not without dividends.

The expansion of territory represents the increase of resources, and the increase of resources can make domestic industries and economic activities more developed, thus playing a role in feeding back the country.

To be specific, the war on the grasslands can bring Zhao a large number of cattle, sheep, and slaves, which can help textiles, animal husbandry, agriculture, and even the smelting industry that requires a lot of coolies.

The progress in smelting can not only produce more weapons and equipment for Zhao, but also produce more iron tools such as Quyuanli, which greatly reduces the cost of iron tools, thereby reducing the cost of the people to buy iron farm tools. burden.

During the war against the Central Plains, the State of Zhao was able to plunder a large number of artisans and high-quality farmland. It is the best shortcut to reward meritorious soldiers and inspire them to forge ahead and participate in the war.

These things do not exist in a single line, but interact and promote each other like a spider, making Zhao's national strength stronger with the war.

After talking for a long time, the farmer suddenly realized something, stopped his mouth in embarrassment, and smiled apologetically at Zhao Dan: "I made you laugh."

Zhao Dan smiled gently and said: "It's okay, I disturbed your farming. By the way, is there anyone in your family who joins the army?"

When the farmer mentioned this, he felt a little depressed, and said: "I was also one of the county soldiers, but after my father passed away, my eldest son was not an adult, so now I have to work at home. The nobleman doesn't know, originally I They are the wealthiest family in my village, but after last year's war against Qi, several villagers came back with titles and awards, but they surpassed me all of a sudden, hey! But my eldest son in the next year I'm about to become an adult, and I might still be able to catch up with the battle against Chu!"

As he said that, the farmer's eyes shone with hope, and he couldn't wait to get involved in the war.

After a while, Zhao Dan, Zhao Heng and his son said goodbye to the farmer and got back into the carriage.

Looking at Zhao Heng, who was a little excited beside him, Zhao Dan smiled and said, "Have you seen that? Heng'er, war is not just about militarism. As long as it is carried out in an appropriate way, the benefits and development that war can bring to the country of Zhao are It is far beyond your imagination. But you must remember that at any time, the benefits brought by the war should be able to benefit all, at least most of the citizens. Otherwise, a war that is harmful to the national strength and the people is not beneficial. War will only lead to the destruction of the country!"

Zhao Heng nodded his head submissively, and said, "Father, I understand!"

Chapter 963 Choice and Surprise (First Change)

Yuanli, the camp of the Qin Army.

Sitting in the handsome tent, Wang Jian quietly looked at the decree from Qin Wangchu just brought by the messenger from Xianyang City in front of him.

The above said a lot of eloquence, but in general it was one sentence: "Either retreat and return to Xianyang, or find an opportunity to fight Li Mu and defeat him!"

This was the decision Qin Wangchu made after listening to the suggestions of several veterans including Sima Xin.

In the state of Qin, King Qin's decision is also the final decision.

So whether Wang Jian is willing or not, he must implement such a decision.

After a long time, Wang Jian put down the letter in his hand and let out a long breath, full of depression and entanglement in his heart.

"Why is Your Majesty so impatient!"

Can't figure it out.

Really can't figure it out.

In Wang Jian's view, Qin State, as the defensive side, should try its best to deal with Zhao State, and then spread some rumors in Zhao State's territory and engage in alienation schemes, which may cause something to happen to the people of Zhao State. Problems, thus giving Qin a chance to breathe and even a chance to turn defeat into victory.

But once Qin Wangchu gave this order, Wang Jian couldn't continue spending time with Li Mu here, otherwise Wang Jian would be disobedient.

Disobeying the king's order is a serious crime that is enough to kill the head or even the whole family in any dynasty and any country!

Speaking of the two choices Qin Wangchu gave, Wang Jian actually felt that the decision to retreat back to Xianyang was actually a better decision.

But the question is, even if Qin Jun wants to retreat now, can he really retreat?

You must know that from the very beginning, Wang Jian had already prepared for a stalemate with Zhao Jun here for several months, and even the food and grass supplies were being delivered all the time, just to find opportunities in the stalemate.

Now that this battle has just started less than two months ago, Qin Wangchu actually wants to start a war in a hurry?

Wang Jian thought about it, and couldn't help but slapped the table hard.

"Damn it, is someone trying to deceive the king? No, I must tell the king the real military situation so that the king will not be misled!"

Wang Jian made up his mind and began to write vigorously.

After a while, an urgent report from Wang Jian was released.

In this urgent report, Wang Jian introduced in detail the difficult battle situation that the Qin army is facing today.

Zhao Jun's Zhentianlei posed too great a threat to Qin Jun, and without Zhentianlei, Wang Jian had absolutely no confidence in defeating Li Mu on the frontal battlefield.

In fact, even if there was no Zhentianlei, Wang Jian would not have much confidence in defeating Li Mu. The existence of Zhentianlei just turned the original [-]-[-] split between the two sides into a [-]-[-] split.

[-]% or even less chance of winning, this is what Wang Jian has to face now.

But under such circumstances, Wang Jian received an attack order from Xianyang!

Wang Jian shook his head, sealed the letter in his hand with sealing varnish, and was about to wake up his personal guard captain, when suddenly a report came from outside the tent: "General Wei Liao, please see me!"

Wang Jian was stunned for a moment, then said: "Please come in."

A moment later, Wei Liao appeared in front of Wang Jian with an excited face.

As soon as he appeared, Wei Liao couldn't help but said: "I heard that the general has received an order from Xianyang, and he is going to lead the second and third sons to attack soon, and come to a decisive battle with the Zhao people?"

Wang Jian's body shook, and he looked at Wei Liao in surprise, "How did you know that?"

One must know that Wang Jian had just received the letter from Xianyang not long ago, and then Wei Liao knew the news.

Could it be that Wei Liao also has his own information channels?Or is it the rumor that the messenger leaked it?

Wang Jian's heart suddenly set off countless turbulent waves, and there was even a faint murderous intent.

Wei Liao didn't notice this at all, but with a very excited expression on his face, he said: "It's spread all over the barracks."

"It's spread all over the barracks?" The bad feeling in Wang Jian's heart became more and more intense.