Whether it is the Wei State Reform, the Qin State Reform, the Korean Reform, or the Qi State Reform, it is the same. In fact, what everyone is doing is a gamble.
Countries with weak reform efforts have low vested profits.
On the contrary, those with big profits have relatively higher chips, but they also gain the most if they win the bet.
Among them, Qin State was the most courageous, Qin Xiaogong was the most courageous, and Qin State also had the greatest reform efforts.
In just over ten years, the entire Qin State took on a new look, and earth-shaking changes took place in the military, political, agricultural, and commercial industries.
Who is Mr. Shang?
A great talent, a desperado! From today's perspective, Shang Jun's technique is a good strategy to benefit the country. But at that time, the people of Qin didn't think so, and the great nobles of Qin didn't think so.
From the fact that Shang Yang offered three good strategies to the king of Wei, it is not difficult to see that his strategy was very risky.
Why did the Wei State abandon its good skills at that time? Is the King of Wei arrogant and ignorant of people? This may indeed be the reason, but Zhao Yong thinks that the top leaders of Wei State cannot all be stupid, right?
There are many who know how to do it, but few who dare to do it! Those who do not know the way forward, while seeking huge benefits, are often followed by endless crises. At that time, the Wei State did not have the same great worries as the Qin State, and naturally it was not willing to take such a big risk.
At that time, the Qin State had obviously reached a point where it was difficult to return. The reason why Shang Jun's strategy was implemented in the Qin State was just because Qin Xiaogong gave it a try.
But obviously, Qin finally succeeded and won the bet. Qin also received generous rewards for this. Qin became more powerful than any other country and was able to dominate the world.
Thinking about it differently, if Qin Gong's reform failed at that time, the entire Qin State would probably have to be destroyed along with him.
When people look at an issue left over from history, they often choose to interpret it from their own perspective. But when looking at the issue that way, the issue itself is biased. Only by looking at this issue from the perspective of the time when the incident occurred and the parties concerned can we better analyze the pros and cons of the problem itself.
If you are not among them, it is difficult to appreciate its flavor!
On his own side, Zhao Yong felt that the reason why the nobles of Zhao State opposed the military reform was not because they were ignorant, ignorant, and conservative.
Perhaps there are indeed some opportunistic and short-sighted people among them.
But how many of those who truly hold high positions are truly stupid?
They are just afraid...fearful of the consequences of failure of the reform.
The risks of reforming the military system are too great! It's too big for them to bear.
They are not Zhao Yong, so they naturally don't know that the road they are about to take has been walked by future generations.
At the beginning of the year, why was Zhao Yong so eager to prioritize the reform of land administration. Moreover, the reform of farming did not see significant opposition from the Zhao nobles?
Afraid of the king’s majesty? Of course, this is only an indispensable point, but the most important thing is because of the land administration reform, there are no excessive risks for the nobles, and they have obvious vested interests.
Because food and population are the foundation, the foundation. Tall buildings will collapse, but the foundations will only become stronger as they stand.
Even if the benefits are high and the risks are low, why should they object? And with this foundation, Zhao Guo will not be afraid of the bleak consequences of failure.
In fact, Zhao Yong can wait until the reform of land administration is completed, and when Zhao has a solid backing, then when it comes to the military reform, there will definitely not be such a strong opposition slogan from the nobles as now.
But...he couldn't afford to wait, and neither could Zhao Guo. Foreign enemies are eyeing you, how could they wait for you to reap the fruits of victory?
And these are not things that people like them can see through.
So, now he can only gamble! Zhao Yong now urgently needs a victory in a foreign war to prove that his decision is correct! In this era of murder and violence, the best way to alleviate the internal conflicts of a country is to engage in foreign war!
And now there happens to be such an opportunity.
When he thought of this, Zhao Yong glanced at Fei Yi and said in a deep voice: "Guowei!"
Fei Yi bowed solemnly and said, "I'm here!"
"How is the cavalry training today? Can they be ready to fight?" Zhao Yong said.
Feiyi replied: "I respect the king's order and recruit two thousand men who are good at riding and shooting. They are all good at riding and shooting in each camp. The horses shepherded can travel eight hundred miles a day. They are all good horses and they are equipped with the new skills of our country, Zhao." Your Majesty, these two thousand riders are enough to defend one side!"
Zhao Cheng and Wu Guang were both shocked when they heard these words.
Zhao Yong's eyes also lit up, and he replied excitedly: "Okay! I order you to organize the new army into a brigade, and order Pang Nuan to take over the duties of a soldier and be temporarily incorporated into the North Camp."
Fei Yi bowed his head and said: "Here!"
Zhao Yong stood up and walked to the audience. He continued to point to the sand table and said: "Order, Zhongmu, Dangyin, Dunqiu, Guanze, Pingyi and other places should be on guard before the war to prevent Wei and Qi from attacking the border."
Wu Guang bowed his head and said: "Here!"
The five cities of Zhongmou, Dangyin, Dunqiu, Guanze and Pingyi, with the old capital Zhongmou as the center and the natural danger of the Yellow River as the basis, formed the most stable U-shaped defense line in the south of Zhao State.
Then Zhao Yong continued in a loud voice: "I want to take the three battalions of Handan to go to Daidi in person to drive away the Hu!"
As soon as Zhao Yong finished speaking, everyone was stunned.
Zhao Cheng hurriedly stepped forward and bowed: "No, Your Majesty! Your Majesty has a body of thousands of gold, and you must not go into danger personally."
The last time Zhao Yong went north to Xingxiang, he was originally just to watch the battle, not to participate in it, so the risk was not high. However, this time Dai Di resists Hu, which means war is bound to break out. There may be premeditated plans from Qin, Yan and other countries behind it. While the war is going on, if something happens to Zhao Yong, the consequences will be disastrous.
Fei Yi and Wu Guang also hurriedly stood up and echoed: "I am willing to share your worries for the king. If the king goes out of danger, I will be uneasy."
Zhao Yong turned around and glanced at the expressions on the three people's faces. He chuckled and said: "The kings of our Zhao family have all fought together with their subjects. Nowadays, when war breaks out, how can I live in peace in the capital? How can I live in peace with the barbarians?" I also have responsibilities. If the Kingdom of Zhao dies, my body will be worthless!"
The three of them were shocked when they heard Zhao Yong's words. Zhao Cheng opened his mouth to persuade him again.
Zhao Yong waved his sleeves and robe lightly, stood up and walked back to the king's couch. He turned back to the three of them and said, "You have worked hard to enter the palace late at night. You should go back and rest first."
The three of them had no choice but to retreat: "Here!"
Whether Zhao Cheng and others were trying to persuade them out of their duties as ministers, or they were genuinely worried, it actually didn't matter. The imperial commander's personal expedition was also carefully considered by Zhao Yong, and he also had his own plans.
In fact, there is no need to worry about Zhao Yong's safety. He is the king of Zhao who is capable of both civil and military affairs, and he is not a helpless little girl. Zhao Yong began to learn the Six Arts at the age of five, and was taken to the battlefield by Zhao Suhou at the age of ten. The Kingdom of Zhao is different from other vassal states in that all the kings of the Zhao family grew up on the battlefield.
Moreover, this time Hu's troubles are extraordinary, and the State of Qin may really be helping behind the scenes.
His personal march north can also boost the morale of Zhao's sergeants. This is also the first time that the new army has appeared in front of other countries, and he must join the battle in person.
He cannot lose this war, and Zhao Guo cannot lose.
