Queen Xuan wanted to wait for the allies to make progress in attacking Qin before sending troops. If there was no progress, she would not send troops. She made a plan before moving, and had a good calculation.
Not only the spirit envoy thought so, but almost all the ministers of Xuan Kingdom also thought so.
After the envoy left, Yao Tingyu was the first to stand up and said tentatively: "Your Majesty, do you want to wait until the allies defeat the main force of the Qin army before participating in the destruction of Qin?"
As soon as he finished speaking, before King Xuan could speak, another minister said: "With the wisdom of our king, this is actually the best policy. Wait for the opportunity to send troops. In this way, our Xuan army will not only not suffer too much loss, but also be able to Profit from destroying Qin."
This is what everyone thinks, and all the ministers said in unison: "Your Majesty is wise——"
King Xuan smiled slightly, but did not give any explanation for this, but changed the topic: "By the way, Qin General Wei Qing, how is the situation with the attack on Wu?"
"The Wu army has returned to defense and temporarily stopped the Qin army." Yao Tingyu said.
"Haha." King Xuan smiled again, "The King of Qin has always acted strangely. The countries acted like this and dared to advance the war. His courage is commendable."
"The king is saying..."
Just when Yao Tingyu was about to ask, King Xuan interrupted him: "Okay, there is nothing to discuss about this matter. It is a problem of the State of Qin. Let's stop the discussion today. I am a little tired."
As she spoke, she also stepped down from the throne. Upon seeing this, all the ministers saluted in unison: "Best farewell to your Majesty——"
Qin State.
Suspicions of the war were shrouded, and the court had naturally exploded. There had been disputes for many days, and many people advocated for peace and ceded territory to pay money in order to survive this crisis.
However, Xiao Yuan overcame all objections and insisted on adopting the opinions of the main war faction. He appointed Su Yi as the General of the Eastern Expedition and led the troops to Shanyuguan to garrison.
With the recruitment never stopped, the total military strength of Qin State is now similar to that of Ling State, at more than 600,000.
Among them, 100,000 are still on the border of Wu State.
There are 100,000 soldiers at Zhao Mu's place, and it is very likely that they will fight against Huan's army and will not be able to return to the army for the time being.
There are 50,000 people in Qinguan who cannot be mobilized.
In other words, the number of adjustable troops in the country is around 400,000.
Many ministers are not optimistic about using 400,000 troops to defeat the coalition forces of various countries, but the general dares to fight, and Xiao Yuan also dares to take the battle.
As the military order was issued, the Qinzhou camp was immediately mobilized.
For a time, countless troops began to fully armed, running through the streets, passing through the city, and marching towards Shanyuguan.
The mobilization of such a large army naturally cannot be hidden from the spies of other countries. Similarly, the streets are also surrounded by people, and almost everyone's face is full of worry.
Qin's policy has always been to benefit the people. It can be said that the people's life is stable in the country, with acres of land to cultivate and houses to live in.
No one wants to see the Qin army defeated.
Someone said with worry: "Have you heard that these five countries are all targeting our Qin country? What should we do..."
"Hmph! The countries in the Central Plains have always looked down on us Qin people! They just can't stand that we are getting richer and stronger!" Others were angry and dissatisfied.
"That's right! Countries have conspired several times to destroy our current life! How ambitious the king is to fight against other countries!"
"What's so great about the other nations! The worst is, it'll be like fighting Xirong again, we'll be carrying the hoe!"
During the discussion, some people raised their arms and shouted: "The Qin army will win!"
"The Qin army will definitely win——"
Shocking shouts suddenly rang out from both sides of the street.
The Qin State, a bitterly cold land in the northwest, is a place where martial arts are common. In difficult times, it is a place where all the people can be mobilized.
In this battle, there is no problem with the morale of the people, let alone the morale of the military.
Qin Palace, the sleeping quarters of the concubine.
This news was overheard by the old eunuch, who was reporting to Shang Rui: "Your Majesty, the old slave heard that the countries have made an alliance and are about to send troops to destroy Qin. The leader of the alliance, King Ling, also said that he would welcome your Majesty and return him to the imperial capital. ah."
"What!?" Upon hearing this, Shang Rui's eyes widened and he couldn't help asking in a trembling voice: "Is this serious!?"
"Your Majesty, the news is true." The old eunuch bowed and said.
"Okay! Okay!" After being confirmed, Shang Rui immediately filled his face with excitement, clasped his hands together, and said excitedly: "All countries should have taken this action long ago, I can finally return to the imperial capital!"
Being able to return to the imperial capital is his biggest dream now. He has never thought that even if Qin is really defeated, how good will he be and how can King Ling take him seriously?
Excited, he couldn't help but hold his concubine's little hand: "My dear concubine, you heard it. All the countries are united in attacking Qin and want to welcome me back to the imperial capital. The King of Qin will be finished soon!"
The concubine's beautiful eyes moved slightly, her thoughts changing.
This was a big deal. She couldn't tell whether she was happy or worried, but Xiao Yuan's figure appeared in her mind for no reason.
In the end, she could only smile slightly and said, "It would be the best if His Majesty can really return to the Imperial Capital."
"Yes, yes, it won't take long." Shang Rui's excitement continued.
When the old eunuch saw this, he tentatively said: "But Your Majesty, I have heard that the King of Qin is already mobilizing a large army. It seems that he is going to have a showdown with the allied forces of other countries."
"Oh?" Shang Rui smiled and said with a smile: "Then it can only be said that the King of Qin did not know his own strength. Six and five countries in the world attacked Qin. How could he resist it?"
"Yes, what your Majesty said is absolutely true..."
Prince Qin's Mansion.
Xiao Yuan was looking at the military map on the wall with his hands behind his back.
After a moment, he turned around and said: "The countries are about to send troops. Wei Qing, tell him not to fight anymore, and send an order to retreat to Ningyang."
Liu Yuzhi said: "General Wei Qing has not been defeated in the current battle against Wu. If he continues to send troops to Wu, will he be able to effectively contain the Wu army?"
"No." Xiao Yuan said directly: "Defending is different from attacking. Wu Jun only needs tens of thousands of troops to defend the city, and Wei Qing will face a bloody battle. Instead of doing this, it is better to retreat to Ningyang and block the key point of Wu Jun's naval landing. At the same time, we can also place the main battlefield at Shanyuguan."
"The king's concerns are very true." Jia You continued: "It is safest to retreat to Ningyang. We hope that the Wu army can attack from Ningyang and give it a head-on blow."
"This time, I'm afraid the Wu army will not attack Ningyang again, but the troops stationed there still cannot be moved." Xiao Yuan said, and then said: "Next, if the Ling army takes the lead in attacking Puyang and Yiyang, I will I decided to adopt your opinion and abandon these two places first, and immediately sent an order to Zhang Gongyou to ask him to prepare for the retreat."
"Your Majesty is wise." Jia You bowed and saluted.
Xiao Yuan looked at Liu Yuzhi again: "Prime Minister Lao is in charge of all military needs such as grain, grass, weapons, logistics and supplies."
"Yes, Wei Chen takes the order."
"This battle is about the danger of Qin and the danger of other countries. Whether we win or lose, it depends on this battle..."
