Qin Dynasty: Sword Asks the Bright Moon

Qin State, Xianyang.

A series of chain reactions caused by Feidi's defeat gradually appeared inside Xianyang City as time went by. Qin had not experienced such a major defeat for many years, especially now that Zhao and Wei were They actually re-allied and launched an attack on Qin's Dongjun and Taiyuan counties at the same time. South Korea is also ready to make a move. If Chu joins it again, the alliance trend a few years ago will be formed again.

For a time, countless people in Xianyang City looked sideways at the battle on the front line, and at the same time they also looked in the direction of Xianyang Palace. What kind of decision would be made there in the end?

In Xianyang Palace, Qin Wangzheng, who has been feeling quite anxious in recent days, looked at several important ministers in the hall and remained silent. Faced with the current situation, even he could not think of a way to solve it for a while, especially in Taiyuan County. At the same time as Hedong County, they were attacked by the armies of Zhao and Wei. At this time, the Guanzhong area was in the summer harvest season. It was difficult to recruit troops and horses on a large scale in half a month, but half a month was enough to make a decision. The battle was won or lost.

At present, the troops and horses that Qin can mobilize in a short period of time can only support one of the two battlefields, Taiyuan County and Dongjun. The other is the hometown of Zhao, hanging above Hedong. Going south can attack Qin's important areas east of Hedong. Chu Ke threatens the western border of Zhao State and Dongjun, which spans the north and south of the river. It is the sharpest point of the sword of Qin Army in its expansion, which leads directly to Qi State and divides the three Jin Dynasties.

When two places were attacked at the same time, what choice should Qin make in the shortest possible time? For Qin Wangzheng, this was a problem that had to be faced but had to be solved.

The tragic defeat in Feidi has shaken the authority established by Qin Wangzheng after his pro-government. If the decisions of Taiyuan County and Dongjun cause unbearable consequences for the Qin State, then Qin Wangzheng's pro-government will be at risk. It will become a joke in the world.

Pro-government means not only power, but also responsibility.

A king who only wants to have power but cannot fulfill his responsibilities is unlikely to be recognized by his subjects. Power can be inherited due to blood relationships, but authority requires a king to manage it himself.

"Which place in Taiyuan County or Hedong County should be rescued first? Do you have any suggestions?" Qin Wangzheng asked several important ministers in the hall while thinking.

There was silence in response to Qin Wangzheng. At this time, every word he said must bear responsibility. Once any unforeseen consequences occur because of his suggestions, can they possibly bear the subsequent responsibility?

The silence of the ministers fell in Qin Wangzheng's eyes, which made the young Qin Wang frown. There was already a bit of coldness in his narrow eyes. He could naturally see the concerns of his ministers, but this kind of thing , so what if you know?

In everyone's silence, the atmosphere in the hall became solemn.

Xiong Qi, the royal censor, glanced around and walked out after a slight hesitation: "Your Majesty, the most important thing is to increase the number of troops in Taiyuan County right now."

Seeing Xiong Qi take the initiative to speak and break the silence in the hall, Qin Wangzheng's expression softened a little, and he couldn't help but feel a little more favorable towards his uncle. Xiong Qi took the initiative to speak at this time, which can be said to have given Qin Wangzheng a step forward. Next, when the time comes, no matter what consequences arise from this decision, Qin Wangzheng will have room for support.

"What's the reason?" Although he accepted Xiong Qi's favor in his heart, Qin Wangzheng couldn't just listen to Xiong Qi's advice unless there were sufficient reasons.

"Taiyuan County is the hometown of Zhao State. If Zhao State captures Taiyuan, it can digest it in a very short period of time and reproduce the national strength of Zhao State when it was strong. At that time, Zhao State can leave Taiyuan County and directly Threaten our Hedong County of Qin State, and even the land of Guanzhong." Xiong Qi stated his reasons.

"But Dongjun is also an important place for our Qin State. Once the Zhao State gets Dongjun, it can form an alliance with the Wei State to curb the Qin State's eastward expansion." Qin Wangzheng questioned.

"Dongjun is important, but it is precisely because of this that Zhao and Wei sent more than 100,000 troops to attack Dongjun. Dongjun is located between Zhao and Wei, only three hundred miles away from Daliang, and only 300 miles away from Zhao. It’s only three hundred miles away, and Dongjun is in a plain area with no danger to defend. If we send reinforcements to rescue Dongjun, it will be useless if we send less reinforcements. If we send more reinforcements, we will not be able to send out enough troops for the time being. Besides, Zhao Wei and Wei can also continue to increase their troops, and because of their geographical advantages, it is easier than us to send more reinforcements." Xiong Qi stated his reasons.

"Especially, if we do that, during the long journey of the army, it is very likely that the Zhao and Wei coalition forces will take advantage of it by encircling the point for reinforcements."

"But Taiyuan County is different. Taiyuan County only needs to face the pressure from Zhao Jun. Compared with Dong County, the pressure is relatively small. This is Taiyuan County's saving grace. Taiyuan County is located between mountains and rivers, and the terrain is dangerous. , the ancestors of the State of Zhao used this place to establish the foundation of the State of Zhao. Compared with the plain terrain of Dongjun, this is two things that can be saved, and Taiyuan County is closer to Guanzhong, which is three things that can be saved."

"As long as we send reinforcements, we don't need many, just tens of thousands, which is enough to save Taiyuan County. Compared with Dong County, which can't hold on even if we send reinforcements, Taiyuan County is more confident to be rescued. We should understand the trade-offs involved." yes."

Xiong Qi talked eloquently and clearly explained the pros and cons of rescuing Taiyuan County and Dongjun. Although Qin Wangzheng did not express his position immediately, he already recognized his analysis in his heart.

"Mr. Changping, do you mean that we give up Dongjun? You have to know that the captain of the guard army and the 30,000 dragon and tiger forbidden troops are still in Dongjun. Are we going to do nothing to save them and just sit back and watch our Qin soldiers? Are you trapped in death?" Weiwei Lu Jie spoke up with pensive faces.

Xiong Qi's words are very reasonable. The Qin State has traveled thousands of miles to support Dongjun, and indeed the gains outweigh the losses. However, Yang Ming is now in Dongjun. He thinks that he is the same as Yang Ming and is the Queen Mother of Zhao. Lu Jie feels that he is in Dongjun. At this time, it is necessary to say something for Yang Ming.

Otherwise, how can they maintain their power when those who belong to the Queen Mother are cleared out of the court one by one by various means.

Hearing Lu Jie's words, Qin Wangzheng's face couldn't help but condense. Xiong Qi's words were reasonable, but just sitting back and watching Yang Ming and the Longhu Forbidden Army in Dongjun fall into death. Who can bear such a responsibility? How much?

Especially when I think of Yang Ming’s own mother, Zhao Ji, who was pushed to the forefront. The Dragon and Tiger Forbidden Army under her command is one of the most elite legions in the Qin State...

For a moment, Qin Wangzheng felt hesitant in his heart. Under the current circumstances, he could not fall out with his mother and queen, and besides, he did not want to fall out with his mother and queen.

"The guard misunderstood what I said. I didn't mean not to rescue Dongjun, but I said to give priority to rescuing Taiyuan County. After the summer harvest is over, we can send reinforcements to reinforce Dongjun." Xiong Qi explained that although he was determined to serve the Qin king, Share the worries, but cannot bear the responsibility of giving up the Qin generals and elite legions.

"Now that the combined forces of Zhao and Wei are attacking the undefeated Dongjun with more than 100,000 troops, the entire Dongjun is in danger. Is it possible to wait until the reinforcements arrive?" Lu Jie asked.

"Your Majesty, please rescue Dongjun first. Taiyuan County is dangerous and the city is high. It is impossible for the Zhao army to break through it at once, but Dongjun is different." Lu Jie admonished.

This old man who walked from the border town to Xianyang Palace step by step because of luck is making the last big gamble for his family. He knows that with his own ability, being able to reach this day is already a matter of smoke rising from his ancestral graves. Besides, He is already old, and what he needs to consider now is his descendants. Before completely fading out of the Qin court, he must find a backer for his descendants.

Outside of Xianyang, Qin Wangzheng's position was too high for him to reach. Apart from Qin Wangzheng, Yang Ming was the best choice because Yang Ming's official position was high enough, his relationship with the Queen Mother Zhao was close enough, and he was capable enough. Strong, and more importantly, Yang Ming is too young.

If nothing unexpected happens, Yang Ming will be a very important presence in the court of Xianyang Palace in the next fifty years, a presence that can protect his family for fifty years.

Due to such considerations, Lu Jie had many reasons to urge the Qin army to give priority to supporting Dongjun at this time.

"It's too risky and not advisable." Xiong Qidao.

"Then we might as well not even support Taiyuan County. There is no risk at all." This was the first time that Lu Jie, a minister who was lucky enough to be promoted, felt the edge from him in others.

Qin Wangzheng couldn't help but feel a headache when he saw the scene in front of him, so he looked at Lu Buwei who had been silent and said, "Does the Prime Minister have anything to say?"

Seeing Qin Wangzheng asking him, Lu Buwei, who didn't want to speak, had to say: "The reasons given by the imperial censor and the guard are indeed very reasonable. All we can do is to make a choice. Everything is still right." It depends on the king’s decision.”

Listening to the nonsense that Lu Buwei said, Qin Wangzheng felt dissatisfied in his heart. There is a price to pay for the choice, how can it be so simple.

When Qin Wangzheng was in a dilemma, Zhao Gao walked into the main hall from the side door. With deliberately gentle footsteps, Zhao Gao came to Qin Wangzheng's side and presented a scroll to Qin Wangzheng.

"Chief Qin Zuo, Captain Yang Ming of the Guard." Looking at the seal on the scroll, Qin Wangzheng's heart sank. What would be the military report sent from Dongjun at this time?

Could it be that Dongjun has been captured by the combined forces of Zhao and Wei?

It seems that apart from this possibility, there will be no other situations. Realizing this, Qin Wangzheng slowly opened the scroll in the sight of all the ministers.

Qin Wangzheng himself didn't even realize that his breathing stopped as he moved: What exactly could the news recorded above be?