When the national counselor Xu Fu, the former military marshal Meng Ao, the current military marshal Gao Qi, the general Wang Jian, the general Montaigne, the general Meng Wu, the left prime minister Li Xiu and other top figures in the empire came from His Majesty's study When he came out, he only announced one thing to the outside world: Jiang Fan had extraordinary achievements, and there was no objection to this matter.
The whole country was in an uproar. They were able to clear up his name, which showed that Jiang Fan definitely had the qualifications. However, everyone kept silent for the reason.
Jiang Fan was the only one who refused to accept the offer, saying that King Xiaoyao was very good, but don't make it so long, it would be hard to remember.
Everyone was speechless, but that didn't stop the empress from decreeing that Jiang Fan's name had become a fact.
The empress looked at the thirteen volumes of "The Art of War" and a manuscript recording Jiang Fan's words on the table with burning eyes, and thought of Jiang Fan's words that day in her heart.
"If you want to understand the art of war, you must first understand war. What do you think war is? I believe that war is a continuation of politics... Its characteristics are that it is full of danger, labor, uncertainty and contingency... War actually has only one purpose. : Defeat the enemy... An important theory in war: Never stick to rules, but proceed from reality... The necessary spiritual elements: the martial ethics and military genius of the army... The most important but important thing we should pursue in strategy The simplest principle: Concentrate your forces... The most basic forms of combat are offense and defense... Also, the armed forces of the people are very important. You must know that a prairie fire will turn into a raging fire... Above, I call it the theory of war. Fully understand Only when you understand the nature of war can you better understand "The Art of War"..."
"Jiang Fan..." The empress walked out of the study slowly, looked up at the sky with her hands behind her hands, and murmured to herself: "Unparalleled in the world!"
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At the same time that Jiang Fan was named King of Da Qin, another news came from the world: Zhang Yi took the position of Da Xia.
"Who is this instrument for?"
Jiang Fan asked the empress while grilling skewers.
"Speaking of which, he has something to do with you."
The empress frowned, and used her nails to pick off the black ash on the tip of the bamboo stick with some disgust.
"With me?" Jiang Fan was stunned for a moment: "No way, I have never heard of this person."
The empress said: "The Prime Minister of the Five Kingdoms, Zhang Zhiling's only son."
"Ha!" Jiang Fan couldn't help but be stunned for a moment: "So, it does have something to do with it."
But he was immediately confused: "Shouldn't Zhang Yi take over that empty shell on Mount Tai?"
The empress shook her head: "Zhang Yi and his father have different ideas. He believes that the Great Zhou Dynasty has passed. Nowadays, Xia is the continuation of the Great Zhou Dynasty's orthodoxy, occupying the Central Plains, and his bloodline is still pure, so he wants to support Xia."
"In this case, we can actually reach the same destination through different paths. What does Prime Minister Zhang think?"
The empress said: "Xiang Zhang retired, and the two people had very different ideas before. Zhang Zhiling hoped to restore the orthodoxy of the Great Zhou Dynasty, but Zhang Yi advocated unifying the five kingdoms with the Great Xia. This man is a self-proclaimed political leader, and he learned from an unknown place in the world - ghost valley."
"Ghost Valley..." Jiang Fan frowned, does such a place really exist in the world?
The empress said lightly: "Perhaps. Gui Gu's figures are always interspersed in the rise and fall of the world. But they are different from Taiyue. In Taiyue, Mingli is in charge of the temple, but Guigu sends only one or two people every few years to interfere with the overall situation of the world."
"I just said that the world is always in a mess, and so many people want to have a hand in it. It would be strange if things get better."
The empress stretched out her hand to order another skewer of chicken wings, and while eating, she said: "As a human being, who can understand the four words of fame, fortune, and wealth? Even that Zhang Yi is just the name of a picture."
"As the son of Zhang Zaifu and a strategist in Guigu, he must have extraordinary attainments in literature, martial arts, and martial arts. It's a pity that he didn't come to Qin." Jiang Fan felt a little regretful.
"Zhang Yi's talent is amazing. In fact, I have always left the vacancy of the Right Chancellor, just to fill the position. Unfortunately, Zhang Yi finally chose Xia."
Jiang Fan smiled: "It's not surprising. Xia is half of Zhou's blood anyway. It's hard for them to change this complex."
Although politicians often waver, they always proceed from subjective political requirements. But at least the father and son have one thing in common, which is a deep affection for Dazhou. Even Zhang Yi's entry into Daxia was related to this. However, the peaceful reunification advocated by Zhang Zhiling eventually turned into an armed strategy.
"It's a pity." The empress seemed to think highly of Zhang Yi.
"It's a pity indeed. To be valued by you, this person must be extraordinary."
The empress looked at him: "I mean, it was a pity originally. But it doesn't matter now."
Jiang Fan smiled and said: "Without Zhang Yi and Li Xiu, Your Majesty, don't expect all the talents in the world to be under my control."
The empress shook her head: "Because of you."
"Me?" Jiang Fan was stunned.
"That's right. Even though Zhang Yi is amazingly talented, he can't compare to you. Since I already have Jiang Fan, why should Zhang Yi regret it?"
"Haha." Jiang Fan couldn't help laughing and said: "I don't think that's the case. A lazy person like me can't be interested in those complicated government affairs. It's better than Zhang Yi who can do it himself."
The empress said calmly: "Otherwise, what you have done now is enough. Even if you don't do anything else in the future, the whole Qin Dynasty will still respect you."
"Can you retire?" Jiang Fan suddenly became excited.
The empress glanced at him: "No matter what, I still have to do what I said."
Jiang Fan sighed: "You're all asking for it."
The empress said: "The real chaos has finally begun in the world. Can you ignore the people of Li?"
Jiang Fan was silent.
The empress continued: "This troubled world must end. You have just learned to be the best in the world, and your understanding of war is unprecedented. Now that you have written "The Art of War", I know that you have long been worried about it."
Jiang Fan sighed inaudibly, and the wheel of history rolled forward. How could the five countries have long-term peace? The world will eventually move toward unification.
What the Empress said was true. On that day, he quoted the masterpieces of later generations, briefly explained the theory of war, and handed over the name "Sun Tzu's Art of War" to "The Art of War" to the Empress. It was not because he knew this.
"As you said in "Three Kingdoms", the general trends of the world must converge after a long period of separation. This trend is irreversible."
"I know." Jiang Fan said: "The world does not rely on human power, so we have to do something..."
"This is not just a little bit." The empress said sternly: "This wonderful book is unparalleled throughout the ages. You will definitely leave your name in history."
"What do I want from this? If one day you really want to unify the world, you'd better erase my name from history..."
The empress thought deeply: "Although I don't know, you still want to go to that place?"
Jiang Fan suddenly remembered the dream that day and was in a daze for a long time: "I can't explain clearly..."
The empress said: "Since the road is not very far, we just have to walk first."
Jiang Fan nodded: "What you said makes sense. It's time to start your journey..."
The empress was silent, and after a moment she said, "I was born to walk this path."
Jiang Fan said: "So, everything is just the beginning."
"Yes, Jiang Fan, the road ahead will be more difficult and dangerous, and no one can stay out of it. Even you have been involved in it since Da Qin."
"I know." Jiang Fan smiled: "I'm here now, I have to take a walk at least..."
The empress suddenly frowned: "It's salty..."
Jiang Fan was stunned, "I've lost my skills, so you can eat this."
Jiang Fan handed the newly grilled meat skewers to the empress, and the two chatted while eating.
"By the way, what the hell is this one-word "Xiaoyao King"? Jiang Fan felt resentful about this long list.
The empress said: "In short, the meaning is that from now on, the Great Qin will respect you except me. "On War" and "The Art of War" are enough for you to get this position. Of course, this is worthy of the gift I gave you. A royal robe."
