Section 118: The Heroine
Then, according to Lord He's intention, if this method is not used, where will we get assistance?" A hint of anger flashed across Situ Yushuang's face, "Does Lord He really think that if we drag on the treason like this, the thieves will take the initiative to withdraw troops from the Heshuo area?"
Seeing the other party's tone of aggressiveness, He Zhiqiu's face became more respectful and said indirectly: "In fact, there is a unit near the imperial capital--"
Before He Zhiqiu finished speaking, Situ Yushuang continued: "Mr. He is talking about the City Guard Corps? Yousufu doesn't even listen to his father's words now. Will he still obey us?" She didn't expect the problem. Yousufu violated the sages, which was simply a bold act, but there must be a conspiracy behind it. Situ Yushuang could guess that a certain brother who had affirmed was mixed in it without thinking. She also had some doubts about her brother, but Situ Lang promised Situ Yushuang confidently that she had never disturbed it, which made Situ Yushuang half-believing and half-doubting, but because he was his brother, it was not easy to ask carefully.
Seeing Situ Yushuang say this, and Situ Lang has no expression on his face, He Zhiqiu had to sigh in his heart and bring the topic aside: "According to His Royal Highness the Princess, is it necessary to make the Lin Lang and his family attack the Taiping Army under the condition of being the king?"
"The throne is originally a false name. If you don't have the strength, he may not be able to enjoy it. If you have the strength, he can enjoy those real things without this false name. So I don't think this thing has any meaning. Of course, it is different for those who pursue this aspect. But when we are in such a critical moment, it is completely worth it to exchange a false name for the help of these two families." Situ Yushuang analyzed carefully, and the beautiful eyes on her thoughtful face flashed with an attractive halo.
He Zhiqiu remained silent and lowered his head to carefully consider the other party's words. The empire was like a building that was about to collapse. Now it was time to care about the things that would cause many troubles in the future but would not be revealed now. As long as the current crisis can be solved, no matter what method is adopted, I am afraid that the two people in front of me will accept it. Although this is a bit suspicious of quick success and instant benefits, based on the current situation, it is also a must-do. Based on the wisdom and experience of Situ Yushuang and Situ Lang, we should know clearly what consequences the matter of the King will have, but we still insist on it. Whether this is wrong or right, we can only test it immediately.
"Girl, do you think the Lin Lang family will accept our conditions?" Situ Lang was already considering the feasibility of the implementation of this plan. This is not a trivial matter. It is not that simple to let these two families send troops sincerely to help the empire fight against the Taiping Cult. Now the Lin Lang family is trapped in the southwest of Guanxi, and the northward passage is controlled by Situ Jun and Li Wufeng respectively. The only way to go north is Hanzhong Prefecture, but Hanzhong Prefecture is located in the basin and is surrounded by dangerous passes that are difficult to defend. The Taiping Cult also regards Hanzhong as the core. It is not easy to place heavy troops to guard the Hanzhong Prefecture.
"There is no feast in the world, and you don't pay for it?" Situ Yushuang's face showed a hint of coldness. "We can inform Lin Lang and Li Wufeng that as long as any of the three of them first take down Hanzhong Prefecture, they can be granted the king, and they will also grant Hanzhong Prefecture his territory, so they will not be afraid that they will not fight to the death!"
"No, Your Highness Princess! This Hanzhong is a strategic location in the Eastern Continent. If one of these three families is really swallowed, it will inevitably have a great impact on the situation of the entire empire. If the empire formally recognizes their rule, it will be a huge mistake!" He Zhiqiu was shocked when he heard this and quickly spoke out against dissuasion.
Situ Lang considered it from another perspective. Although he was a little moved, he was worried that the negative impact would be too great: "Although what the girl said was reasonable, if we made an explicit announcement, it would arouse strong opposition from the ministers in the court. This must be considered."
"Mr. He, now the Hanzhong Prefecture is under the control of Taiping Cult. As you said, this Hanzhong Prefecture is a strategic location. It is not only rich and fertile, with rich resources, but also can be defended by danger. The Taiping Army must have to protect this important area. Is it so easy to conquer it? If the Lin Lang and Li San family want to conquer it, they don't know how much the price they will pay. The bait is not big. How can they stimulate their greed and mobilize their enthusiasm? This so-called strategy of competing for food between two tigers. As long as the greed of the three families is mobilized, I think they will do this by themselves.
Hanzhong Mansion was bloody, so we could sit on the mountain to watch the tiger fight! As long as this battle starts, I am afraid that if I want to extinguish it, I will not be able to help them. Who will retreat in shame after paying the price? I am afraid that their subordinates will not give up. If necessary, we will push the ball to help the Lanlan, and let them fight forever!" Situ Yushuang said with a smile. Although his tone of words was relaxed, the vicious plan was astonishing as a stubborn soldier like He Zhiqiu.
"As for the rule of Hanzhong Prefecture, they dare not ask us to clearly assign it to them. We cannot make any written promises. We might as well tell them that by then, Hanzhong was captured and had already controlled them. Even if the empire wanted to regain control, the initiative was not manipulated in their hands, and whether to retreat was not allowed to do it? As long as these people were blinded by greed, they would not care about the details of this aspect. Moreover, there was already a precedent for Lujiang and Bashan. What's wrong with Hanzhong doing this?" In response to his brother's concern, Situ Yushuang brushed his hair slightly with a scattered hair and replied concisely and clearly.
After listening to Situ Yushuang's suggestion, Situ Lang and He Zhiqiu looked at each other, with unstoppable admiration in their eyes. However, the old and persistent He Zhiqiu could not help but ask: "The princess's plan is indeed very exquisite. But if the Lin Lang and the Li family united, I am afraid that the remnants of the Taiping Army will be difficult to resist. Isn't your intention difficult to achieve?"
"Puchi" laughed, as if a hundred flowers were blooming. Seeing Situ Lang, who was the elder brother, and He Zhiqiu, who had been refined into spirits, couldn't help but burst into tears. His heart was a thunder. Situ Yushuang said: "First of all, the three families will not easily form an alliance. The Lin Lang family's feud has become a habit to drag each other back. Li Wufeng and the Lang family fought a fierce battle to fight for control of Xikang Prefecture. The contradiction has not yet been eliminated, so it is unlikely that they will form an alliance."
"Secondly, what are the goals of the Lin Lang family over the years? Passers-by know that they are going north to plan for the Central Plains. Jincheng is now controlled by the third brother, and there is a southern military army controlled there. If it is not good for the use of military opinion in Jincheng or Wuhu area, the Lin family will not act rashly, and Xikang has been firmly controlled by Li Wufeng, and behind it is Li Wufeng's old nest. If the Lang family wants to go north through this line, they have to have a comprehensive conflict with Li Wufeng. I am afraid that the Lang family will not make this plan at the moment. Then capturing Hanzhong Prefecture in northeastern Long became the best choice, so Hanzhong Prefecture became the only choice for Lin Lang family. Li Wufeng is ambitious, but now he is in trouble. The economy in the northwest is weak. No matter how hard he develops, it is impossible to catch up with the county governments in the mainland in a short time.
Now there are more than 200,000 troops. I don’t know what means he used to maintain the normal training and survival of the army. I guess he was afraid that he would always dream of finding funds to maintain the operation of the army and the government? On the way to advance east, An was the pseudo-capital of the Taiping Party, and there were dangerous passes to defend in the west. It was very difficult to break through. Although Longdong has a strong city to rely on, the Taiping Army has many troops, and it has been operating for a long time, it is generally the best breakthrough point. However, it is impossible to break through here with the power of Li Wufeng and his family without paying a considerable price. Only he could reach a compromise with the Lin Lang family and work together to capture Longdong, Hanzhong. This is something we need to prevent. However, according to the current situation, the Lin Lang family will probably take the initiative to send troops first, so it is already very difficult to form an alliance with the three families."
"Again, if the three of them can really abandon their past grudges and form an alliance, that would be a good thing. If we conquer Hanzhong and Longdong, the Taiping Army and they will pay a great price. The Taiping Army will inevitably have a large amount of military strength to be attracted, which is as beneficial to the empire. The pressure on Heshuo can be reduced, and the empire can also free up their hands to relieve themselves. So no matter how many of their families fight, for us, they will benefit the fishermen without any losses. At most, it is just a false reputation of the throne." Situ Yushuang slowly expressed his opinions in full.
The detailed narrative, unique insights, and incisive analysis allowed Situ Lang and He Zhiqiu to finally see the wisdom and strategy of the Thirteen Princess who were famous in the imperial court and the country. He Zhiqiu sighed secretly. If this princess was a man, it would be great, and that would be the best heir to the throne for His Majesty the Emperor. It’s a pity that her daughter limited her development. This is indeed an irreparable regret in this world where men are superior to women.
"Well, sister, brother Wei has gained some knowledge today. Our Situ family has finally produced various heroines. With the ability of a girl, whether it is leading troops to fight or entering the court to govern the government, it is a piece of cake." Situ Lang was surprised, joyful and jealous in his heart, and all the five flavors came to his heart, but on the surface, he still had a smile on his face.
"Brother Jiu, you are wrong. My younger sister is just talking about war. She still needs a general who has been through a long battle. It is not just a few words like her. However, my younger sister thinks she can still be competent in governing the government or being a staff officer." Situ Yushuang was humble on the outside and arrogant on the inside, which made He Zhiqiu sigh.
Chapter completed!