Qiu Zhen said: "Even if General Yingbu can stand on our side and prevent Ning Jun and Zhong Tian from passing the customs, what will happen if Mo State sends troops to reinforce it? In this way, Ba Pass will be attacked from both sides, and not only will it be unable to prevent Zhong Tian from escaping,
, maybe it will be forcibly occupied by the Mo army, causing me to lose the southern gateway!"
"This..." What Qiu Zhen said was something Tang Yin had not thought of. War is not just about charging into battle and gaining an advantage on the frontal battlefield. All factors must be taken into consideration, and it requires the commander's foresight to consider the overall situation.
, Only in this way can we win the game steadily and achieve the predetermined goal.
The Tianyuan Army went all the way south, capturing Yancheng was the second priority, and the main goal was to eliminate Zhong Tian's forces. If they only captured Yancheng in the end, but allowed Zhong Tian to escape successfully, the war would only be half won at best.
Zhang Zhe and Zongyuan seriously considered Qiu Zhen's words, nodded in unison, and then asked: "What Mr. Qiu said is absolutely true! But, you also said that the relationship between Ning and Mo has always been good. If Ning Guo asks Mo Guo for help,
, Mo will not refuse to help, how can we prevent Mo from sending troops to assist?"
This is exactly the question Tang Yin wants to ask.
Qiu Zhen smiled and said: "The Mo State is very powerful and has a good relationship with the Ning State. However, one thing is that the king of the Mo State, Shao Ting, is indecisive and undecided when faced with problems. The two countries of Ning and Mo had clearly made an agreement to work together.
We were attacked by Dafeng, but Mo Guo always stood still. In the end, because Ning Guo attacked Tongmen, the matter was not settled. From this, it is not difficult to see what kind of person Shao Ting is. This should be properly utilized. Now, your lord should send out
An eloquent envoy sent a large sum of money to the Mo Kingdom. First, he could repair relations with the Mo Kingdom and even promise to form an alliance with it, even if he had to cede land and pay tribute every year. Second, he could bribe the important ministers of the Mo Kingdom in private.
Let him speak for us and prevent Mozambique from sending troops to assist."
Tang Yin listened and nodded at first, but when he heard that he wanted to cede territory and pay tribute to form an alliance with Mo, he shook his head like a rattle and said, "Of course we can form an alliance, but if we have to cede territory and pay tribute, that's impossible!"
Qiu Zhen smiled and said: "This is just a temporary measure. After we eliminate Zhong Tian's forces, it is up to us to decide whether we want to keep the original promise or not."
"Oh..." Tang Yin frowned and said nothing.
Qiu Zhen added: "During this period, I have been collecting and studying the situation of the Mo Kingdom, and I found a very interesting point. The Mo Kingdom is forming two factions over the matter of establishing a prince, fighting openly and secretly. The eldest prince of the Mo Kingdom is born with twins.
Blind, there is basically no possibility of inheriting the throne. The most promising ones are the second prince Shao Fang and the third prince Shao Bo. Because Shao Bo has always been close to Ning, Ning Guo also established Shao Bo as the crown prince. You can take advantage of this to contact and
Win over Shao Fang and try to get him to come to our side."
"Well?" Hearing this, Tang Yin smiled. Struggles over the appointment of a prince have occurred frequently in all dynasties, both at home and abroad, and it seems that this place is no exception. He pondered for a long time and said slowly: "It seems that I need to
I’ll take a trip myself!”
Qiu Zhen, Zhang Zhe, and Zong Yuan were all stunned and looked at him.
Tang Yin said: "As Mr. Qiu said, it is very important to win over Mo State. Whether it is to eliminate Zhong Tian or to use troops against Ning in the future, if Mo State does not cause trouble in the south, it can eliminate our worries. No matter who is sent there, it would be better for me to go there myself.
If you are sincere, and if you want to win over Yingbu, I must personally come forward to be safe."
As the commander-in-chief of the Tianyuan Army, it would be great if Tang Yin could personally send an envoy to the Mo Kingdom. However, one thing is that the Mo Kingdom is still leaning towards the Ning Kingdom. If Tang Yin goes there rashly, there will be many dangers, and he might not even be able to see King Mo.
If he doesn't arrive, he will be captured and sent to Ningguo.
Zhang Zhe and Zong Yuan said in unison: "Sir, isn't this... too dangerous?"
Tang Yin didn't care and said, "Don't worry about this. Even if the negotiation fails, I will still have no problem protecting myself."
"Yes!" Now everyone has confidence in Tang Yin's ability to protect himself. As a dark spiritual cultivator with advanced cultivation, even top masters like Shangguan Yuanrang may not be able to match his ability to protect his life.
Qiu Zhen pondered for a moment, nodded and said, "Sir, I will go with you!"
Tang Yin waved his hand and said: "Lord Qiu, it is better to stay in Xibai City. If both of us leave, the army will be leaderless and we are afraid that Zhong Tian will take advantage of it." As he spoke, he turned to Zong Yuan and said
: "This time, Mr. Zongyuan will go with me! I wonder if Mr. Zongyuan has the courage?"
Zong Yuan's heart was shocked. He only thought for a moment and then said, "I am willing to accompany you on your side, up the mountain of knives and down into the sea of fire, no matter what!"
The reason why Tang Yin chose Zongyuan was because Zongyuan had the ability to see into people's minds and was very good at figuring out other people's thoughts. This was very important for him to win over Shao Fang and bribe other royal ministers.
And Zong Yuan was also a man who dared to gamble a lot. He made the right bet when he chose to seek refuge with Tang Yin. Now accompanying Tang Yin on his mission to Mo Country was also a gamble. If he lost the bet, his life would not be guaranteed. If he won the bet, he would have made a great contribution.
Now he has a clear view of the situation in the Feng Kingdom. After Zhong Tian is destroyed, the Tianyuan Army will definitely dominate the Feng Kingdom, and Tang Yin, who controls the Tianyuan Army, will definitely become the new king of the Feng Kingdom. He has no reason not to embrace it.
Cling to this big tree and give up this opportunity to become a founding hero of the country.
Tang Yin and Zong Yuan hit it off immediately and decided to go on a mission to Mo State. Of course, for safety reasons, Tang Yin could not bring Zong Yuan alone, so he decided to bring the Shangguan brothers and the secret arrow personnel with him. In addition, they could not go there openly and had to mix with businessmen.
The horse dealer from Mo, who is a covert person in the team and has frequent dealings with the Tianyuan Army, is the best candidate.
The four of them quickly made a specific plan to go to Mo Country as envoys. Then, Qiu Zhen suggested sending spies from Sky Eye and Diwang to Mo Country first. Firstly, they could familiarize themselves with the situation and environment of Mo Country. Secondly, they could also
They supported and cared for Tang Yin. Tang Yin accepted Qiu Zhen's opinion and sent someone to find Lotte and Ai Jia to explain the matter to them. Lotte and Ai Jia did not hesitate and started to handle it immediately.
Tang Yin originally planned to take some time to relax while the army was resting in Xibai City, but Qiu Zhen's words forced him to go to Mo Country again to deal with the royal court of Mo Country.
After discussing the matter, it was already noon, and Tang Yin, Qiu Zhen and others were about to have dinner together. At this time, a guard walked over quickly, first bowed to Tang Yin deeply, and then said respectfully: "Your Excellency, Liu
Zichao comes to pay homage to your lord!"
The Liu Zichao the guard mentioned was a wealthy man from the Western Hundred City. Although he had no official title, he had a rich family and was also a well-known good man. He often helped the poor and beggars, and he had a high reputation among the people of the Western Hundred City.
During the celebration banquet, Tang Yin had met this person and had some impressions of him. Hearing this, he was stunned for a moment and then said: "Invite!"
"Sir, would you like to go to the main hall or here?"
Tang Yin said casually: "Please come over here!"
"Yes! Sir!" the guard agreed, turned and walked away.
After a short time, Liu Zichao was led over by the guards. When he saw Tang Yin, he walked up quickly, bowed and saluted, and said, "I have seen the great man!"
Tang Yin had gradually become accustomed to worldly politeness. He waved his hand and said with a smile: "Brother Liu is here in such a big way, what are you doing?"
Liu Zichao is only in his early thirties. He is handsome, handsome and majestic. He can be regarded as a talented person.
He smiled at Tang Yin and said: "Tonight, I have prepared a banquet in the house, and I have come here to invite you to attend. I hope you will not postpone it no matter what!"
"Oh..." Tang Yin pondered for a moment, smiled leisurely, and said: "Brother Liu personally came to invite me, why should I not go!" He didn't want to attend Liu's banquet, but he had to show his people-friendly side.
, Liu Zichao has a high reputation among the people. Since everyone has come to invite him in person, he can't refute Liu Zichao's reputation too much.
After getting Tang Yin's approval, Liu Zichao was overjoyed, with a thick smile on his face, and he bowed his hands repeatedly and said: "Thank you, sir! Thank you so much for the honor!" Tang Yin, as the commander of the 500,000 Tianyuan Army, controls Tianyuan, Guannan, Jinguang,
It was such an honor for the four counties of Lehu to be able to visit their own homes in person. In the future, others would also look at him with admiration, and Liu Zi was very happy.
"Haha!" Tang Yin chuckled and said, "Brother Liu, you're welcome!"
"I don't have anything else to do, so I'll take my leave for now. I'll welcome you at the mansion in the evening!"
"I will definitely be there!"
"Farewell!"
"Brother Liu, walk slowly!"
After Liu Zichao left, Qiu Zhen nodded with satisfaction and said to Tang Yin: "Liu Zichao has a high reputation and you have a good relationship with him. In the future, our army will get twice the result with half the effort, whether it is collecting food or raising supplies in the Western Hundred Cities!"
Tang Yin sighed softly and said quietly: "There are more counties under our jurisdiction, and there are more troubles. Now I really miss the days when I was the head of the county in Pingyuan County."
Qiu Zhen looked up and smiled, and said pointedly: "Now is just the beginning. In the future, your affairs will probably be even busier!"
Tang Yin smiled bitterly and was speechless. He understood what Qiu Zhen meant. He was only in charge of four counties now. If he really sat on the throne of the Wind King in the future, he would be in charge of twelve counties in the country!
In the evening, Tang Yin went to Liu Mansion for a dinner at Liu Zichao's invitation.
The Liu family is one of the richest in the Western City, with a huge fortune. Their mansion is not much smaller than the county capital. When Tang Yin fell, there were many carriages parked outside the Liu mansion. It could be seen that
Liu Zichao invited many distinguished guests.
Knowing that Tang Yin had arrived, Liu Zichao and the guests who had arrived came out to welcome him in. Seeing Tang Yin, Liu Zichao and others bowed and saluted. Tang Yin was polite and accommodating. He immediately got off his horse and helped Liu Zichao up.
He waved to everyone and said, "In private, you don't have to be too polite!"