In this debate in Huan Guo's court, Sun Qi was the only one taking the lead, and the result can be imagined.
He was talking to Huan Xiang Qiu Rong in front.
There was also a group of ministers behind, gathered together in twos and threes.
Someone stared at Sun Qi’s back and whispered:
"Did you see his attitude today?"
"Hmph! A small commoner has reached the sky in one step, and his arrogance has become more and more serious..."
"You don't take us seriously at all, who do you really think you are..."
"With this person here, Huan Guo will continue to fight, so General Xiang Ge is better..."
"Regarding this matter, General Xiang Ge has invited us to plan together. Do you have any good plans..."
"Sun Qi must not be allowed to continue like this, otherwise, our status will be threatened..."
If it comes to playing politics, Sun Qi, a military talent, will never be a match for these ministers.
It’s just that people haven’t found the right opportunity.
At the same time, Huanliang front line.
Huan Guo stopped his troops and retreated across the board.
On the side of the Liang army, Xue Wu also received a letter from the King of Liang. The content of the letter was simple and clear. He and Tang Yue Cai Yan were ordered to lead their troops to the front line of Qin and Liang.
After receiving the king's order, Xue Wu did not dare to delay, but before leaving, he still discussed it with Cai Yan.
The latter thought for a while and said: "In view of King Huan's indecisive and wavering character, it is best for our army to leave some of our troops on the border of Huanliang in case King Huan suddenly changes his mind."
"Master Cai is very worried, and I have this intention." Xue Wudao: "Then let's keep one hundred thousand people behind. There are about three hundred thousand people on the Qin army now. In terms of our country's military strength, it is enough to cope with it."
Arrangements were made here and one general was left to guard the border of Huanliang. Xue Wu also set off immediately and rushed to the Jinling area.
The battlefield begins to shift.
On the other side, inside Jinling City.
As Shi Zhen retreated, the Qin army had naturally occupied this place.
Then, under Shangguan Wenruo's strong suggestion, Xiao Yuan posted a notice to calm the people, and ordered the army not to burn, kill, loot, or disturb the people at will.
On this day, he also summoned the generals in the meeting hall to discuss the next military operations.
Peng Shuang took the lead and said: "According to military information, Sun Yao's 100,000-strong army is only a hundred miles away from Jinling. The general suggested that we should break through Sun Yao's defense before the main force of Liang's army arrives."
"Well..." Xiao Yuan did not decide immediately, but looked at everyone: "What are your opinions?"
Tian Xuandao: "I don't agree with General Peng's battle plan. Sun Yao is a cautious person. Seeing our main force approaching, he has already dug deep ditches and high bases and refuses to come out. If he goes to attack, he will definitely fall into a hard battle."
"I don't agree either." Shangguan Wenruo said: "The other side has an army of 100,000 and is guarding the barrier. It has an absolute geographical advantage. If our army attacks, it will be a bloody battle. Let's not say how many days it will take to capture it. Even if it is captured, it will be a bloody battle." Okay, what’s the point of this battle?”
"I really don't think it's appropriate to exchange for such an insignificant line of defense at the expense of serious casualties of soldiers in a bloody battle."
"Well, that makes sense." Xiao Yuan nodded, and after thinking for a moment, he said:
"In fact, our army's current problem is not whether we can break through the current line of defense, but whether we will face the main force of Liang's army next. It's a question of whether to fight."
"This is the crux of the discussion."
He changed the topic here, and everyone couldn't help but look at each other after hearing this.
Later, Shangguan Wenruo said: "I think we should not ask for a decisive battle."
"I second the proposal." Tian Shou followed.
"Oh?" Xiao Yuan motioned for them to continue.
Shangguan Wenruo explained: "Now that our army has occupied Jinling, your Majesty, the next step is to completely stabilize the pace of our army's entry into the territories of the two countries, rather than seeking a quick victory."
"For the Liang Army in the decisive battle, if they lose, the most they can do is retreat a few steps. But once our army loses the decisive battle, under the current situation, they must fully withdraw into the country."
"Therefore, Your Majesty, you must first conduct a military expedition to Jinling, using this as the basis for attacking Liang. Stabilize the situation, transport food, grass and weapons, and no longer worry about the main points of military strength. Let's talk about the decisive battle. By then, regardless of victory or defeat, our army can advance and retreat. More than enough."
His opinion was very clear, that is, he suggested that Xiao Yuan treat Jinling as his own country, so that he would no longer have to worry about anything, and it would not be too late for a decisive battle.
Hearing this, Xiao Yuan glanced at Professor Tian subconsciously.
The latter quickly bowed his hands and expressed his deep approval.
Xiao Yuan actually didn't want to delay the attack on Liang. It would be best to fight quickly. But now that the two counselors suggested this, he had to reconsider.
In the decisive battle, are you absolutely sure of winning?
Of course it's impossible.
War is difficult to predict.
Once the decisive battle is lost, all the previous results will be lost!
This risk is a bit big.
Xiao Yuan weighed the pros and cons and decided to adopt Shangguan Wenruo and Tian Professor's opinions to play it safe first.
His open-mindedness was revealed. He clearly wanted to fight decisively, but he chose to follow the advisor's advice.
After formulating the general strategy here, Xiao Yuan also began to really manage Jinling.
After Shi Zhen's defeat, although the Liang Kingdom lost Jinling, the people here were still there and did not flee backwards, but the officials all ran away.
After all, Jinling is a county town, and there are still many large households in the city. Many people are worried that the Qin army will rob their property after entering the city.
But these worries are unnecessary.
In addition to the notice of peace and security, within a few days, people dared to take to the streets and shops opened their doors. After that, although there was no usual prosperity and bustle, pedestrians could be seen more or less.
Next, Xiao Yuan ignored Sun Yao's defense line and sent several troops to begin to recover the counties under Jinling.
He wanted to completely occupy this county as a base, not to temporarily station it.
He even ordered on the spot that Tian Shuo be temporarily appointed as the governor of Jinling County.
At the same time, there was also a heated discussion over the battle between Qin and Liang in the Liang Kingdom.
In the court, some ministers said that Jinling really didn't dare to lose it like this.
Some people say that Jinling is not important, what is important is the next battle.
Others say that King Qin's intention to attack Liang should not be very serious, and he should send envoys to deal with it, which may avoid war.
Some people even say that instead of sending envoys to Qin, it is better to send envoys to Xuan, because the previous king of Xuan suddenly sent troops.
Some people say that it is better to join Wu Chu and start a world war.
The ministers had everything they wanted to say, but no one could tell them a specific strategic plan. King Liang was so noisy that he couldn't bear it. He couldn't help but patted the king's case and said: "Okay!"
The king shouted angrily, and a group of ministers stopped talking and fell into silence.
At this time, the old prime minister of the Liang Kingdom stood up and said: "Today's battle between Qin and Liang is inevitable. Since the King of Qin is going to fight in person, will your Majesty also go to supervise the battle to boost the morale of our army?"
Prince Liang glanced at him: "That's exactly what I meant."
"I am Wang Yingming." The old prime minister stepped back again.
There is no doubt that the two kings of Qin and Liang are about to have a life and death battle in the Jinling area.
