The Jin State was so powerful that no other country dared to provoke it easily.
But Xiao Yuan dared to fight, and so did King Liang.
Make a decision, just like Xiao Yuan, there is no doubt about it.
After finalizing the alliance with Qin, King Liang had another conversation with Jiang Yi and told the latter that since they were going to fight, the two countries should enter into an alliance to avoid any surprises along the way.
Jiang Yi naturally agreed to this.
The news was quickly spread back to Qin and Jin.
On the Qin side, Xiao Yuan has received a letter from the Kingdom of Liang, asking him to meet in Baize, and the two kings will hold an alliance ceremony.
Xiao Yuan naturally had nothing to say about this, so he immediately made an appointment with King Liang and started preparing to leave.
At the same time, Jin State.
After learning that the King of Liang refused to retreat, the King of Jin became furious and revolted.
The jade beads on his crown trembled, and he said angrily: "King Liang is so ignorant! What on earth do his Qin and Liang kingdoms want to do! Do you really think that with such a weak place, you can really attack our Jin Dynasty!?"
"Your Majesty, the Qin and Liang armies should not be underestimated," said the Prime Minister of Jin.
"I have not underestimated them! If we fight, we will fight! With one against two, I will not be afraid of forcing them to advance!"
After the King of Jin finished speaking, he also pointed at the Prime Minister of Jin and said sternly: "Summon Ren Ying back to the capital immediately! I want to ask him about the war and how to arrange it specifically!"
"Nono."
Under his king's order, Ren Ying was urgently recalled to the capital, and then answered the inquiries of the King of Jin in the court meeting hall.
This was a court meeting dedicated to war, and there was not much nonsense. After learning that Qin Liang wanted to form an alliance, Ren Ying said directly:
"Your Majesty, the Liang Kingdom has not yet increased its troops in Guangling, and the Qin Kingdom has not increased its troops in Puyang. Once the two kings form an alliance, the frontline troops will inevitably increase greatly. Therefore, Wei Chen suggested that domestic troops should be deployed immediately. Send an additional 100,000 troops to each of the two fronts and deploy favorable defense lines."
"How to arrange it?" King Jin asked directly.
Ren Yingdao: "In terms of national strength, the Qin and Liang countries are not as good as our Jin country. Therefore, in this war, we cannot confront them head-on. We should avoid their sharp edges and use deep ditches and high fortresses to resist them. Fight against the Qin and Liang armies. Fighting a long war.”
"In large-scale battles, military superiority is not the key to victory. National strength is a key factor in supporting the war from the rear. If the Qin State, even with all its strength, cannot break through the barriers, then the King of Qin can only fight for one year at most. , one year later, the Qin army will be defeated without a fight."
"Based on the current national strength of the Liang Kingdom, the King of Liang can only fight for a year and a half at most, while our Jin Kingdom can support this war for five years."
"Therefore, I should use my strengths to attack their weaknesses."
After listening to what he said, King Jin asked again: "From what the general said, do you intend to defend the war?"
"We have to defend the battle." Ren Ying said directly.
"Okay." King Jin nodded and asked, "In the general's opinion, what is the chance of Jin winning this battle?"
Ren Yingdao: "If we hold on to the barrier and deploy 200,000 heavy troops on both fronts, and Qin and Liang cannot enter, then the battle will be fought to the end, both countries will be defeated, and Jin will win."
He is right. The national strength of Jin is enough to support an army of 400,000 to defend the war for several years. However, Qin can only fight for a year at most, and the money and food are not enough.
When the King of Jin heard this, he couldn't help but feel overjoyed. He stood up and said, "Okay! Let me try to force Jin to fight for national strength! Can the two countries of Qin and Liang be able to fight for it?"
Ren Ying added: "In this war, the two kings of Qin and Liang must be eager to win, so they may launch a fierce attack in the early stage. Your Majesty, you should be wary of this. After our army withstands March, there will be no worries."
"Well said!" King Jin said again: "In this battle, general, should we stick to the Puyang defense line or the Guangling defense line."
Ren Ying thought for a while and said: "Over in Puyang, although Su Yi used his troops deceitfully, Xue Wu was more difficult to deal with. His fighting style was ferocious, and the Liang army was brave and good at fighting. However, Wei Chen has been fighting Xue Wu for many days. We know a lot about it, so it is more appropriate to defend Guangling."
"Well, the general will continue to defend Guangling and not allow the Liang army to go any further. I, on my side, may focus on the Qin army." King Jin said.
In this regard, Ren Ying had no objection and said directly: "Your Majesty has considered it very well. The Qin army is really a great harm and Puyang cannot be lost again."
"Yes." King Jin nodded. With Ren Ying's words, his confidence undoubtedly increased: "Guan Jie is cautious in his life, so it is most appropriate for him to guard the battle. I will immediately give him a royal order. In this battle, no matter how provocative the Qin army is, they will not be able to hold on."
"My king is wise." Ren Ying bowed his hands and gave a salute, and then said: "Now, the war in Guangling is not over, and it is inconvenient for me to stay in the capital for a long time. I hope my king will forgive me."
"Then you come back quickly."
"promise!"
On the King of Jin's side, the method of letting Ying defend the war was undoubtedly the wisest choice.
A few days later, the news that the two kings of Qin and Liang were about to form an alliance in Baize also reached the Jin capital from Xizuo.
After hearing about this, Prince Jin was obviously not in a good mood in the palace study. He couldn't help but say:
"Hmph! Didn't King Qin falsely accuse me of assassination earlier? Then this time, I will follow him for real! Send dead soldiers to kill all the two kings of Qin and Liang in Baize!"
The Prime Minister of Jin was here. After hearing this, he quickly said: "Oh, Your Majesty, it can't be like this. Then he is the king of a country. How can he succeed with just an assassin? On the contrary, if this happens, I will It only adds to the laughing stock of Jin."
"Huh! This king is just talking! There is no need for the Prime Minister to be nervous." King Jin said angrily. He was obviously angry just now.
"Yes, yes" Jin Lian responded quickly.
Baize, the place where kings made alliances.
At this time, according to the agreed time, Xiao Yuan and King Liang had arrived at the place.
In the arena, a high platform has been built, with a large bronze cauldron and coarse incense burned.
Under the steps, the Qin army and the Liang army were divided into two square formations, arranged on both sides, leaving a wide avenue in the middle.
The officers and soldiers on both sides all had straight waists and halberds in their hands. The scene was extremely spectacular.
Not long after, the monarchs of the two countries appeared, both wearing royal robes, crowns, and nine strings of jade beads on their foreheads, followed by their respective ministers.
The two kings were side by side, so after meeting, they naturally exchanged pleasantries.
"Brother King Qin, you are well." King Liang smiled and held his hands in his arms.
"Long time no see, Brother Liang Wang is still as charming as ever." Xiao Yuan also smiled heartily and returned the favor.
"Where is it? Brother Qin Wang is joking, please."
"please."
The two kings stretched out their hands at the same time, and then walked side by side towards the steps.
At this time, Shangguan Wenruo, who was behind Xiao Yuan, began to whisper to Cai Yan, the minister of Liang State.
The two civil servants stood together, both looking a little anxious.
"Now that Qin Liang has made an alliance, who will be the leader?"
"Of course, my king is the leader."
"How is this possible? He is my king."
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