Following Han Lin’s order,
The projects of the Forbidden City and Yuanmingyuan are also in full swing.
If all projects including canals, city expansions, statues, etc. are included, the number of migrant workers currently mobilized in Qi has exceeded 2.2 million.
Such a huge scale,
It can be said that it is unprecedented and unprecedented.
For thousands of years, no dynasty has been able to do such a thing.
But Qi State actually did it.
...
Zhao State.
The capital is Handan.
Emperor Zhao's life recently can be considered comfortable and pleasant.
As Zhao State swallowed Zhongshan State,
The national strength once again rose to a higher level.
And it also solved the crisis of insufficient food and grass.
but,
The most important thing is,
Due to the battle between Qin and Chu, Qin had no time to take care of Zhao.
This allows Zhao State to unscrupulously encroach on surrounding small countries and expand externally.
"Your Majesty, General Li led his army to defeat the main force of Dai State the day before yesterday. Now the army has continued to move north, aiming directly at the capital of Dai State."
"Hao Guo also gave a reply, expressing his willingness to surrender to Zhao Guo. He just hopes that Your Majesty can allow Hao Guo to retain the country's title."
On the dragon throne,
After hearing the reports from the ministers,
Emperor Zhao snorted coldly and said disdainfully: "It's just a small country, what's the use of retaining the country's title!"
"Tell them to either surrender to Zhao immediately or prepare to welcome the Zhao army's cavalry."
"Besides these, what else is there?"
A minister came out and said: "Your Majesty, news came yesterday from Qi State's detailed work, saying that Qi State is going to build a palace and a garden in Jicheng. Currently, another 200,000 civilians have been recruited to build it."
Emperor Zhao was delighted after hearing this: "This guy surnamed Han, who knows how to enjoy every day, actually wants to go to Jicheng to build palaces and gardens. Is it possible that Linzi and Jinling can no longer satisfy him?"
Emperor Zhao's first thought was,
Even Han Lin couldn't bear the loneliness and wanted to build a place for himself to have fun in Jicheng.
This kind of thing,
After all, it's not the first time it's happened.
Emperor Zhao has long been accustomed to strange things.
but,
What he didn't expect was that the scale of these so-called palaces and gardens was completely beyond his imagination.
The minister who reported the report,
Obviously saw this.
After coughing slightly, he continued: "Your Majesty, the scale of the palace and gardens this time is a bit unusual."
"Oh? How unusual." Emperor Zhao looked unconcerned.
"According to the news from the Qi State, this palace is said to be built with 9999.5 rooms, and the garden covers an extremely vast area. It is said that Han Lin wants to store all the rare treasures of Qi in this garden, and at the same time, he also wants to build a palace in the garden. The world’s famous places of interest.”
Emperor Zhao: "???"
what?
My ears heard it right.
Emperor Zhao, who looked indifferent just now, immediately changed his expression to one of bewilderment.
I can't understand Han Lin's behavior.
It's like this is something a normal person can do?
Han Lin's reputation for mediocrity has long been known to the world.
But Emperor Zhao couldn't understand why Han Lin could be so stupid.
but,
What puzzled him the most was,
Still the same problem as Ye Qingqiu.
The king is so ridiculous, how can your country of Qi do it, and its national power can still flourish?
Is it possible?
Just because Han Lin has the ability to recognize people?
What a joke.
Emperor Zhao dared to swear to heaven that if Han Lin really had this ability, he would swallow a thousand needles on the spot.
Simply ridiculous!
After recovering from the shock,
Emperor Zhao said in a deep voice: "According to my understanding, the State of Qi just planned to dig a canal not long ago, right? And before that, it also built the Imperial Palace in Linzi City, Jinque Terrace, and a straight road?"
"Reporting to Your Majesty, yes, Qi has never stopped carrying out large-scale construction projects since Han Lin ascended the throne."
Emperor Zhao asked: "In this case, how many young men and women have been recruited by Qi State to participate in these projects?"
"According to the information obtained by Qi Guo, the total number of migrant workers in various states and counties has exceeded 2 million."
Hear the numbers,
Emperor Zhao sneered and said: "The population of Zhao State is only six million. If we only count the young and strong, the total population may be only two million."
"Now Qi State can actually recruit two million people to participate in so many projects. Can you tell me how many people there are in Qi State? How many soldiers and horses can be recruited at this moment, and how many civilians can transport grain and grass!"
Hearing Emperor Zhao’s words,
Prime Minister Lin Xiangru frowned slightly, "Your Majesty, do you mean to take the initiative to send troops to attack Qi?"
Emperor Zhao asked, "Isn't it possible?"
"After more than a year of respite, Zhao Guo's soldiers and horses are now strong and he has obtained the resources of Zhongshan State."
"Looking at Qi State, the people are exhausted after years of fighting. Now they are starting so many projects. Each project is a waste of money and people. Isn't this a good time to attack Qi State?"
Lin Xiangru shook his head: "Your Majesty, although the opportunity is good, it is obviously not the time yet."
Emperor Zhao said in an unhappy tone: "What do you mean?"
Lin Xiangru explained: "Since Qi has launched so many projects, the manpower and material resources consumed are astronomical, not to mention that two million young people cannot participate in farming."
"Your Majesty, you can imagine how Qi's treasury can bear such a large-scale consumption if it takes a long time."
Emperor Zhao suddenly realized: "You mean, after Qi is overwhelmed by these projects, you will send troops to attack Qi?"
Lin Xiangru nodded.
Emperor Zhao was overjoyed: "Okay, just follow the Prime Minister's words."
"Send the order and order all armies to prepare for war, build weapons and armor, and at the same time mobilize all the grain and grass in the country to be transported to the Eastern Front."
"As long as the state of Qi shows signs of decline, it will be the day of revenge for our great Zhao!"
.......
After hearing the news from Qi State, Zhao State began to prepare for war.
The Song Dynasty court,
There are also many people who are asking for help.
I hope the Emperor of Song Dynasty can allow the army to prepare for war now.
Prepare for the future Northern Expedition.
After all, Kaifeng was previously attacked by the Qi State and the capital was looted.
There are also the annual coins that are turned in every year,
For the Song Dynasty, it was all a shame that needed to be washed away.
However,
Faced with these indignant generals,
Wanyan Gou's attitude was always very cold.
Or,
Judging from that negative performance,
There was absolutely no intention of seeking revenge from the Northern Expedition.
It's like, very satisfied with the current situation.
Every day I indulge in various entertainment activities such as eating, drinking and having fun.
In terms of hobbies and behavior alone, he is almost in the same mold as Han Lin.
but,
In terms of some key decisions, there is also the aspect of employment.
But there is a huge gap between it and Qi State.
this point,
But it can be seen from the national strength of the two countries.
What was the state of Qi like when Han Lin ascended the throne?
Huddled in a corner of the eastern coastal area, it was often ravaged by the Yan Kingdom.
As for the Song State, it was the overlord of the south. Not only did it suppress the Wu State without any temper, but it was also able to stand upright and draw its sword when facing the Chu State.
As a result, now,
The two sides are completely reversed.
Qi became the overlord of the East.
The area connects Liaodong to the north and Wuyue to the south.
With millions in armor, the people live and work in peace and contentment.
But when we arrived at the Song Dynasty, it became a small and peaceful country.
Not only the capital of the country was robbed, the queen and concubine were also defiled by the emperor of Qi, and even the general was captured and made a concubine by Qi.
The most unacceptable thing,
The Qi and Song Dynasties became the kingdoms of uncles and nephews, and the Song Dynasty had to pay annual coins.
But faced with so much shame,
As a king, I don't think about enriching the country and strengthening the army, nor do I think about revenge.
But you spend every day in the city having fun?
Now that there is a huge opportunity in front of him, Wan Yangou still goes his own way, regardless of the demands of these soldiers.
