King Qin asked: "Who is suitable to be sent as an envoy to Zhao?"
Everyone looked at Xiang Shaolong. If Xiang Shaolong wanted to go, forget it. After all, it was someone else's plan. But if Xiang Shaolong didn't want to go, then he could fight for it.
According to Xiang Shaolong, the chance of success is very high. It does not cost one soldier to exchange five cities. This kind of thing has to be mixed in. Even if the idea is not his own, the credit for the mission is indispensable.
Xiang Shaolong was also troubled in his heart. This mission was Gan Luo's battle to become famous. He became a minister at the age of twelve, which was unprecedented in ancient and modern times. If he goes on a mission, the credit will fall on him. Should he give up this opportunity or not?
Xiang Shaolong looked at Lu Buwei, gritted his teeth and said, "Your Majesty, I recommend someone to be sent as envoy to Zhao."
Historically, Lu Buwei was able to recommend Gan Luo. Couldn't he be as broad-minded as Lu Buwei?
When everyone heard that Xiang Shaolong didn't want to go, they all pricked up their ears to listen to Xiang Shaolong's opinion.
King Qin asked: "Who does Shaolong think is suitable?"
Xiang Shaolong said: "I recommend Gan Luo as the crown prince's companion."
"What?"
This suggestion was beyond King Qin's expectation. Among the people present, only King Qin was familiar with Gan Luo. Although he also felt that Gan Luo was extremely intelligent, it was too trivial for him to go on such a big mission.
King Qin blurted out: "He is only twelve years old!" His tone was full of shock.
When everyone was still wondering who "Gan Luo" was, they heard King Qin say that he was only twelve years old, and there was an uproar.
Everyone feels that if they take the credit, it will be like picking it up for free, but if a twelve-year-old child is allowed to take the credit, it will easily mess up the matter. Not only will there be no success, but there will be some success.
The civil servants all felt that this was a good opportunity to steal credit from the generals. They really couldn't bear to let a twelve-year-old child waste this great opportunity. In their dark hearts, they couldn't help but think: "Xiang Shaolong." Do you have any grudge against this Gan Luo?"
King Qin asked: "Is Gan Luo too young?"
Lu Buwei also said: "Twelve years old? Can you take on the important task of being an envoy to Zhao?"
Xiang Shaolong said: "Twelve years old is enough. You may not know Gan Luo, but he is Gan Mao's grandson. When he came to me in Daliang, he was not yet ten years old, and his knowledge and demeanor were no longer like those of a child. I recommended him to the prince and studied with him. He has grown rapidly in the past few years. It is no problem for him to go to Zhao as an envoy. Some people cannot judge with common sense. When HD was besieged, Yan The enemy was attacking like a wave, and Prince Zheng was not yet ten years old, but he took the initiative to fight with me to resist foreign enemies. At that time, he was just a farm boy, but he had such courage. Extraordinary people should do extraordinary things. If Gan Luo was just an ordinary boy, No matter how worthy he is of being the prince's companion, I will not recommend him to the prince. We cannot simply judge success or failure based on age."
When King Qin heard Xiang Shaolong praising the prince, he couldn't help but smile. Thinking about it carefully, Gan Luo was indeed eloquent and quick-thinking, so it was no big deal for him to go to Zhao as an envoy.
Xiang Shaolong also knew that it was a bit difficult to get King Qin to agree to recommend a child. He had to be happy first. Nothing could make a parent happier than praising his own child. And by using the prince as a model for young talents, he gained face and dignity.
Lu Buwei saw how clever Xiang Shaolong was in flattering him, and felt that Xiang Shaolong was too arrogant, so he asked, "If I let a child go, wouldn't it make Zhao Guo think that our Daqin has no one?"
Xiang Shaolong said: "It's not that our Great Qin has no one, but that our Great Qin has great talents. A small matter like going on an envoy to the State of Zhao can be handled by just one child. I would also like to ask your Majesty, after Gan Luo comes back after his success, he will give you great praise. Let the world see that our Daqin employs people in an eclectic way. As long as you have talent, even a child will not be left behind, and we dare to make exceptions."
Xiang Shaolong really had enough good things to say, and this also had the purpose of advertising. Once he said this, it would be impossible even if Gan Luo was not allowed to go.
Lu Buwei finally asked: "What if he messes up?"
Xiang Shaolong said: "If you screw up, let's start a war. Anyway, didn't you also want to start a war in the beginning?"
Lu Buwei was angry, could he use this attitude towards national affairs?
Xiang Shaolong didn't want to be entangled anymore and said to King Qin: "Your Majesty, the person who knows Gan Luo best is actually the prince. Why don't you ask the prince for his opinion. If it weren't for the prince's different status, the prince would be the most suitable candidate." Finally. One more shot to end the discussion.
King Qin had already decided to send Gan Luo as envoy to Zhao.
The opportunity Lu Buwei painstakingly created was once again disturbed by Xiang Shaolong. After Guan Zhongxie heard the news, he was also discouraged. Now he felt more and more that he could not offend Xiang Shaolong.
That night, Gan Luo came to the General's Mansion to thank Xiang Shaolong for his support.
Gan Luo bowed deeply and said, "Thank you, Mr. Zuo Xiang, for not recommending me as an envoy to Zhao because of Gan Luo's young age. I will definitely live up to your trust."
Xiang Shaolong helped Gan Luo up and said: "Without courtesy. I know you are smart and wise, so I recommend you to the prince. I hope you can become the prince's humerus minister in the future. Simply studying is no longer enough for you. , studied hard, studied hard, and in the end was just Zhao Kuo in the Battle of Changping. The edge of the sword comes from sharpening, and the fragrance of plum blossoms comes from the bitter cold. For others, it may be a bit early, but for you, it should be OK It’s time to take on greater responsibilities.”
Gan Luo was very excited. For a twelve-year-old child to be so valued by Master Zuoxiang, he really had the consciousness that "a scholar will die for his confidant."
Gan Luo asked: "Does Mr. Zuo Xiang have anything else to tell me?"
Xiang Shaolong said: "No, it's you who are sent as envoy to Zhao State. You don't need to ask me anything, just make your own decision. You just need to remember that I, Da Qin, are your strong backing. Don't be afraid. Even if you fail, it doesn't matter. Your growth It is the most precious wealth of our Great Qin."
Gan Luo bowed deeply again and said, "Thank you, Sir."
Everyone didn't understand Xiang Shaolong's recommendation, and they didn't understand why he wanted to send a twelve-year-old child as an envoy to Zhao. Was it because he was so upright that he gave up this credit? Or is he so narrow-minded that he would rather give you a child than other important officials for the credit he doesn’t want? Or is it, as he said, a star-making campaign to advertise for Qin?
Xiang Shaolong was willing to recommend Gan Luo, but he didn't want to bury Gan Luo's original reputation as a child prodigy. This was also a struggle against his own desires.
Gan Luo's trip went smoothly and he returned to Xianyang with the map and household registration of the five cities in Hejian.
Xiang Shaolong didn't give any instructions or help for Gan Luo's trip, leaving it up to Gan Luo to handle it himself. Gan Luo lived up to everyone's expectations and returned home with a full load.
It's a pity that the strategy of this mission was all based on Xiang Shaolong's original design, and Gan Luo's credit was also discounted. He was not worshiped as a minister after he came back, but he was still famous all over the world and had great influence on Xiang Shaolong. I am also very grateful.
Zhao Guo took out five cities and got Qin Guo's promise to immediately start planning to attack Yan, but Qin Guo didn't care.
The training of female soldiers is in full swing, while the families behind them are complaining. People like Chang Ping Jun and He Gong who have a good relationship with Xiang Shaolong often come to urge Xiang Shaolong to check and accept it. If it works well, give him a happy word. If this continues, they will all have to eat chaffy vegetables.
Xiang Shaolong originally wanted to delay them for a few more days, but seeing that they really couldn't stand it any longer, he went to check it out. He brought this group of financial backers to the military camp.
On the school field, the female soldiers lined up neatly and had high morale. Although they lacked some murderous intent, their mental outlook was definitely good.
The instructors he sent also reported to him the training situation during this period. They trained hard and were beaten and scolded. They all cherished this hard-won opportunity. No matter how hard or tired they were, they could still eat well and have enough food. What can't be tolerated?
The charming young ladies followed suit at first, but within a few days they couldn't hold on any longer. At that time, Ying Ying insisted to Xiang Shaolong that she could persevere, but it was only after practice that she realized how difficult it was. Fortunately, the training is not targeted at them. They can practice if they like, and no one will care if they don't. Even so, their energy and spirit were completely new, and their kung fu training was not very good, but the female general's momentum was revealed.
Xiang Shaolong looked at this group of female soldiers who were still new recruits. In Xiang Shaolong's eyes, their kung fu was still just a lot of tricks, but they had obviously lost the simplicity of farmers and had the heroic looks of soldiers.
Overall, Xiang Shaolong is very satisfied. Ying Ying looked at Xiang Shaolong with pride, as if she was waiting for Xiang Shaolong's praise.
Xiang Shaolong did not hesitate to praise him, he gave Ying Ying a thumbs up and said: "What a team of Red Detachment of Women, General Ying, I admire you, I admire you."
Ying Ying said proudly, "From now on we will be the same."
Xiang Shaolong said: "It's not the same yet. It will only happen after your Majesty has seen it."
Ying Ying said: "Then go find the king quickly."
Xiang Shaolong said: "If you want the king to agree, you have to work harder. In this way, I will give you three more months to concentrate on training the formation. I will invite the king here and we will have a military parade."
When everyone heard that it would take another three months, they were immediately angry. This young dragon is too big a thing. You said it was fine. Just go to the king as soon as possible. It will take another three months.
Mr. He relied on his old skills and said: "Shaolong, if you think you can do it, go and apply to the king as soon as possible. If it doesn't work, take him as your worker as soon as possible. If you wait for three months, we can't afford it."
Xiang Shaolong said: "Mr. He is so humble. There are just such a few people and they can't defeat you."
Duke He said angrily: "Are you still waiting for us to be defeated before you go to the king?"
Xiang Shaolong said: "Mr. He, please calm down. If you want your Majesty to pay the money willingly, you must make it worth it. I will design a military parade for them, and I guarantee that none of you have seen it."
Duke He said angrily: "What kind of thing costs so much money just to look at it?"
Xiang Shaolong rolled his eyes and said: "Didn't I pay for it? I paid for their equipment, which is the same as that used by my personal guards. Do I want money? If you are really anxious, you can go find it yourself." The king wants money."
