After the meeting, Bai Qi, Meng Ao and Mi Rong were left as the supreme commanders in three aspects, and in addition, Rang Marquis Wei Ran also stayed.

The King of Qin looked serious and said to the three people in front of him: "The princes are coming in a fierce manner this time, so don't relax your vigilance. Especially the Lord of Xincheng, your task is the heaviest this time. If you really cannot defend, then give up Nanyang County and retreat to Wuguan. No matter how elite the Chu army is, it is impossible for them to break Wuguan. With Wuguan here, there will be no worries in Guanzhong."

When everyone heard this, they were slightly shocked. They did not expect that the Qin King's unhappiness about the situation had reached this point.

Mi Rong took a deep breath and said seriously: "Please rest assured, as long as I can still defend myself, Nanyang County will not be lost!"

Mi Rong's words are indeed from the heart. On the one hand, of course, because he is a minister of Qin, and on the other hand, because his fiefdom, the new city is located in Nanyang County.

The King of Qin was silent for a moment and suddenly said, "Xinchengjun, if the war is unfavorable, then you can try to contact the Chu State, and see if the Chu State can withdraw its troops at the cost of Nanyang County and Nan County!"

Everyone was shocked at the same time.

Is the king going to cede territory and seek peace?

And once the two counties were cedeed, they would directly cede the two counties.

Although there are prerequisites, it has to be said that this situation is extremely rare for the King of Qin.

Mi Rong subconsciously glanced at Wei Ran and found that Wei Ran also had a serious expression.

After thinking for a while, Wei Ran nodded gently to Mi Rong.

Mi Rong immediately said, "Don't worry, I will do my best."

Wei Ran also spoke, "King, the King of Chu is also aware of this minister. This person has never had any ambitions. After being driven to Chencheng by Qin, he was even more addicted to alcohol and sex. This time, the three major families wanted to recover the lost land and urged him to send troops. Once the Chu State can achieve results, the King of Chu will definitely not be able to drive forward for King Zhao all the time. I believe that the war between Qin and Chu will end soon."

The King of Qin nodded and said, "If this is true, it would be the best. Xincheng Lord, after this matter is over, I will find another fiefdom for you."

Although it seemed that the war between Chu State had hope of resolution, the atmosphere in the hall did not relax at all. Instead, several people's faces became more and more unhappy, including Bai Qi.

The territory that I had worked hard to capture was returned again and again. Everyone knew it was for the overall situation, but no one could feel comfortable in this.

The King of Qin looked at Meng Ao again and said, "The cavalry of Zhao has always been known for its fast maneuver, but there are also aliens like the Dragon Xiang Army that are enough to rush forward. As the commander of the north, you should defend as much as possible. If you are not sure, don't attack easily, so as not to take advantage of the people of Zhao. If you are defeated, the cavalry of Zhao can drive into Guanzhong and attack Xianyang City. You should know that the responsibility on your shoulders is heavy!"

Meng Ao's face was solemn and he responded loudly.

When the princes attacked, the King of Qin also used the troops he could recruit to the limit. Xianyang City would inevitably have empty guards. Once the Zhao army was attacked by the city, it would be very difficult to say what result would happen.

After reminding the other people, the King of Qin looked at Bai Qi: "Bai Qi, your task is the most arduous in this war. Tell me about your ideas and combat policies."

Everyone's eyes fell on Bai Qi.

The King of Qin personally ordered the other two to guide the combat policy, but he wanted to listen to his opinions, which shows his trust and respect for Bai Qi.

Even Marquis Rang Wei Ran secretly praised in his heart, saying that he would never be able to do this if he had changed his place with King Qin.

Bai Qi looked very serious. He stood up and saluted the King of Qin first, then said, "King, this time my thoughts are very simple. King Zhao led the Three Jin coalition forces to come in full force, and the Qin Dynasty is absolutely unmatched. Only by occupying Yiyang, the Junhan Pass and Hangu Pass and other places to resist step by step, consuming the strength of the Three Jin coalition forces, and ultimately forcing the Three Jin coalition forces to give up the attack, is the only way."

Bai Qi's eyes were very bright and his tone was quite calm when he spoke. It was obvious that he had thought about it for a long time, and everyone was relieved when they saw this.

As for the current Qin State, Bai Qi is undoubtedly the most outstanding number one general. If Bai Qi seems cowardly, then this battle will be really difficult to fight.

The King of Qin looked at Bai Qi and said in a deep voice: "How long do you think the Qin Dynasty can last this time?"

Bai Qi thought for a while and said, "If the Zhao army did not shake the sky, I think the Qin Dynasty would be enough to last for three years. But now... a year should be OK, and it would be hard to say if it takes longer."

As Bai Qi finished speaking, everyone's faces changed again.

This time of year seems like a long time, but it is really nothing for a war.

At least, no one would think that the King Zhao on the opposite side would not be able to hold on for a year.

The King of Qin was silent for a moment and said, "It's great, I know. The second and third sons don't need to think too much, just do your best. Okay, if there is nothing to do, you can step down."

Everyone retreated one after another.

The King of Qin sat alone for a long time and suddenly said, "What's the situation in Daliang City?"

Hou's figure emerged from the corner. Although it was broad daylight, the appearance of this Qin intelligence leader still gave people a feeling of gust of wind.

Hou lowered his body and said respectfully: "Go back to the king, since Prince Wuji suddenly fell seriously ill, the conflict between King Wei and Tian Wen has become increasingly fierce. In addition, the previous few days, King Zhao suddenly said something about asking King Wei to beware of Gongshuzhu and others at the banquet, which has further aggravated the tension in Wei. I believe that a civil strife in Wei may break out at any time."

The King of Qin nodded slightly and said, "If Prince Wuji died immediately, would you say that King Wei would kill Tian Wen immediately?"

Hou thought for a while and said, "There is a great possibility that this incident will happen, but I cannot fully guarantee it."

Before the King of Qin got angry, Hou explained in time: "This matter is likely to attract the attention of Zhao's Foreign Intelligence Department, and even suspect that they are interfering in this matter. Moreover, in order to poison Prince Wuji, Daqin has exposed a spy who has been hiding in the Daliang Palace for many years. Although other spies are also in the palace, they have a low status. It is very difficult to get close to Prince Wuji who is seriously ill, and they can only wait for the right time."

The King of Qin breathed a sigh of relief.

The Zhao Foreign Intelligence Department, a name that sounds quite ordinary, has appeared in the ears of the King of Qin over the years but is not low at all.

As opponents of the intelligence front, Qin's spies had a lot of dealing with Zhao's Foreign Intelligence Department under the leadership of Hou. Both sides could be said to have their own victory or defeat.

This long-term confrontation must have followed the lives of many spies on both sides, and under the watering of blood, hatred deepened bit by bit.

The King of Qin said in a deep voice: "No matter what, we still have to find a way to do it this time! As long as Prince Wuji dies, the Qin Dynasty can provoke the Wei civil turmoil and let the King of Wei and Xue Gong Tian Wen kill each other. In the Wei civil turmoil, Mangmao will inevitably withdraw his troops on the front line, and Zhao Guoshou will help him, and the pressure on the front line will be greatly reduced. This is the case with the Qin Dynasty, and you cannot tolerate any more considerations. Do you understand?"

Hou's face froze slightly, he bent and said that, and soon walked out of the hall and walked down the stairs.

The spring sun shines warmly, dispelling the chill brought by the spring breeze. However, although my body is already warm, my heart is covered with clouds, like ice and snow.

When Zhang Yi came to Wei from Qin State to become prime minister, Qin State also took the opportunity to install a large number of manpower and spies in Wei State. This is the basis of the action and the confidence that the King of Qin dared to issue orders.

However, this does not mean that the Qin spies can act freely in the Wei State.

The previous poisoning of Prince Wuji has already aroused the vigilance of the King of Wei. If the Zhao State's mortal enemy, the Zhao State's Foreign Intelligence Department, after this operation, how many loyal Qin spies and dead soldiers who have been lurking for decades?

Hou sighed silently and walked down the last step.

Now that things have come, there is no way out.

Luoyi.

When he saw this Zhou Dynasty capital that had been famous for a long time but was the first time he actually met, Zhao He's face became serious unknowingly.

King Wu of Zhou chose the site, Zhao Gongxiang’s house, Zhou Gong built Luoyi and then went to King Cheng of Zhou to set up the Central Plains. Chengzhou City was the first capital in Chinese history to be planned and constructed in detail at the national level. It is also a city with a history of nearly 800 years. Looking at it, it can still be called a city in the Central Plains.

Just looking at the mottled and tall city walls, a sense of heaviness from history was already coming to my face, hitting Zhao He's heart heavily.

In later generations, Zhao He has not been to Luoyang. Unfortunately, after two thousand years of war changes, it has long been changing and time has gone.

Zhao He slowly said to Lin Xiangru beside him: "This is a treasure of China. As descendants of China, we should not let our ancestors be destroyed at will."

Lin Xiangru had a solemn expression and nodded in agreement with Zhao He's words.

Although Luoyi is very large, the Zhou royal palace is very dilapidated.

In fact, even Emperor Zhou Ji Yan himself no longer lives in the palace of Luoyi.

If it weren't for Zhao He's request, the palace wouldn't have even been opened.

Zhao He led everyone along the dilapidated bluestone road, pushed open the dusty hall doors, and finally saw what he wanted to see.

In an extremely empty hall, nine large tripods of two tall are quietly placed. Each tripod is engraved with extremely complex patterns and patterns, and each one has different styles, either three-legged or four-legged.

Zhao He slowly walked around these big tripods one by one.

These nine large tripods were rumored to be cast by Dayu, the founding ancestor of the Xia Dynasty. They have been through the Shang Dynasty and Zhou Dynasty, and have been around for about 1,800 years.

The nine tripods are arranged in different positions. The above is north and south as reference. There are five tripods above, and the following four tripods refer to the meaning of yang, five yin and four.

The top is Jizhou Ding, which includes the entire Taihang Mountains today and the land of Yan State.

Under the Jizhou tripod is Yanzhou, including Julu County, Zhao State, and the land of Hejian.

The east of Yanzhou is Qingzhou, including Linzi and Jiaodong.

Below Qingzhou is Xuzhou, including Pengcheng and Xuzhou.

The west of Xuzhou is Yuzhou, including the entire territory of Wei, Han, as well as Luoyi, Chu, Chencheng and other places.

The southeast of Yuzhou is Yangzhou, which includes the entire territory of the former Wu Kingdom and Yue Kingdom, as well as the current Minyue, Yangyue, Nanyue and other places.

To the west of Yangzhou is Liangzhou, including Bashu, Hanzhong, Qianzhong and many southwestern barbarians.

Finally, Zhao He's eyes fell on a large tripod located in the northwest of the Nine Dings, and asked, "Did Ying Dang die under this tripod?"

Behind Zhao He, Xi Zhou Duke Ji Gen nodded tremblingly and said, "Go back to King Zhao, it is this tripod."

Ji Gen was a little panicked. When Qin Wu King Ying Dang was killed by himself, he scared the Zhou emperor and the East and West Duke of the Two Zhou, who were landlords, and even had to send someone to Xianyang to apologize.

Although King Zhao doesn't look like a reckless man like Ying Dang, Zhao He and Ying Dang both talk about the same ancestor. Who can say this kind of thing better?

Zhao He let out a long sigh, his eyes patrolling the cauldron, but no blood was found.

Yongzhou tripod, including Guanzhong, Henan, Longxi, and Hexi Corridors.

This large tripod, which is not very prominent among the Nine Tripods, completely changed the history of China because of King Wu of Qin.

Zhao He looked at the big tripod quietly and suddenly laughed after a while.

"Don't worry, I can't lift the Jizhou tripod if I am not Ying Dang."

After Zhao He finished speaking, Lin Xiangru and Le Yi behind him breathed a sigh of relief at the same time.

Zhao He let out a long sigh and said, "Okay, there is nothing good to look at, let's go back to the camp."

Seeing that Zhao He was not planning to lift the cauldron, Ji Gen was relieved, but immediately remembered something and smiled apologized: "King, the emperor has already held a banquet to welcome the king in a despicable place, and ask the king to enjoy the glory."

Zhao He paused slightly, stopped, and looked at Jigen, the respectful Western Zhou Duke in front of him with meaningful slightest view.

"I am now out of the battle, so there is no need to mention the banquet. Let's go back and tell the emperor that Xia Wude, and Shang has obtained the Nine Cauldrons in the past. Shang Wudao, and Zhou destroyed him and obtained the Nine Cauldrons. Now, I am about to pacify the world, and I will ask him to keep these Nine Cauldrons with great care. If Ji still wants to get a place to live in the new dynasty in the future, it will be all in these Nine Cauldrons!"
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