eurekapd Chapter 452 Dear Shake
Chapter 452 Dear Shake
The Liang Kingdom was destroyed.
In the general's tent outside Shengjing City, when Shen Changgong learned the news, he was stunned at first, then nodded.
Looking at Gongsun Wan'er in front of him, he said calmly,
"It's to be expected. It's good that they're gone. Once they're gone, their territory will be ours."
Gongsun Wan'er sat aside and said,
"Liang State has a long and narrow territory. Qi's western border troops haven't even reached the border yet, but Liang State can't withstand the Qin army and has been completely defeated in Xingqing Prefecture.
Bai Wuan, the butcher, slaughtered all the royal family members and dignitaries along the way.
There are actually not many people in Xingqing Prefecture now.
All the able-bodied men had been sold by Bai Wuan. During the months of defending the city, the remaining able-bodied men had been helping to defend the city and had been almost completely lost.
It will take decades or even centuries for the entire Liang Kingdom region to recover its former prosperity."
Shen Changgong nodded and said,
"With fewer people, there will be fewer rebellions. Moreover, Liang is mostly barren land and cannot be expected to provide any help to our country. It is just a springboard for us to attack Qin.
Qin may or may not help Qi, but conquering Liang would be a loss for them. They would lose soldiers and generals, spend so much money and food, and only get such a small piece of land. I don't know what Qin wants."
"It's just for the sake of momentary pleasure."
The Southern King Ma Ling snorted coldly.
"Qin and Liang were sworn enemies, constantly attacking each other and eager to destroy the other.
In fact, for the Qin State, going south to destroy Sichuan was the most correct choice.
The land of Liang State has neither resources nor natural barriers. It is easy to attack but difficult to defend, and it is easy to get stuck in it. Attacking Liang State is a completely losing business.
Unfortunately, the Qin Emperor's eyes had long been blinded by revenge.
It was so easy to board the pirate ship of Qi."
After thinking for a while, Shen Changgong said,
"There will inevitably be a war between our country and the State of Qin, and the first battle will be the war with Bai Wuan.
Whether he comes to fight us or we fight him, we must fight.
What we need to consider now is whether Lao Guan can defeat Bai Wuan."
Gongsun Wan'er, who was standing aside, had an arrogant look on her face and said,
"We have artillery, can he defeat us?"
Ma Ling looked indifferent and spoke slowly.
"For a truly renowned commander, artillery fire is not impossible to counter. Bai Wuan is adept at using strategies and ambushes. We must be wary."
Shen Changgong also nodded and said,
"Indeed, Bai Wuan was a famous general of his time, almost invincible, and countless enemy troops died at his hands.
He was a master of military tactics, cunning and changeable, and had a tough and fierce style.
There is not much else, just the more than 300,000 Qin elite soldiers under his command. If they really rush over without caring about their lives and fight with Guan Shouchang's troops, our army will probably lose even if we have artillery.
To fight against Bai Wuan, we must have a famous general who can stand on his own, and we must advance step by step, investigate the enemy situation, and customize tactics.
This matter can only be done by you or me personally."
Ma Ling thought for a long time and said,
"Let's wait until we finish conquering Linzi. Then I'll take it down and destroy Tong Xuan, and then continue defending the border.
You lead your troops westward to join Guan Shouchang and destroy Bai Wuan's forces."
"Okay, after this battle, we can rest for a year and then march south to mobilize our troops."
As soon as they finished talking, a guard came in from outside.
"Your Excellency, General Zhang Han has returned, and he has brought with him a great deal of spoils."
"Oh? I heard that this guy raided the treasury of Qi. I think he got a lot of good stuff. Let's go and take a look."
The two kings stood up and walked outside.
Not long after, he met Zhang Han, who was in high spirits.
Zhang Han was so proud that his nose was almost turned up to the sky. He got off the horse and saluted with a smile.
"Greetings to the two princes."
"That's right, you have made great contributions this time, and the entire Zhennan Army will be rewarded!"
Ma Ling also rarely smiled.
"My Lords, come and see, we made quite a bit of money this time."
Zhang Han was eager to take credit.
"Oh? Then go and have a look."
As he spoke, Ma Ling was about to move forward.
Zhang Han said,
"Your Majesty, I advise you to go on horseback."
"Why? Can you be exhausted after walking just two steps?"
"Your Highness, that's not just a couple of steps. That's a carriage that stretches for dozens of miles. It's all money."
Upon hearing this, Ma Ling and Shen Changgong's hearts skipped a beat, and then they immediately had someone bring their horses, and followed Zhang Han to see the carriages.
As Zhang Han said, the team stretched for dozens of miles. There were not only horse-drawn carriages, but also carts pulled by people, and a large number of civilians and prisoners.
Shen Changgong and Ma Ling randomly selected a few carriages and opened them, finding them full of gold, silver and jewelry.
"This damn Qi State is really rich! This can solve our country's financial problems for at least ten years."
Even with Ma Ling's calm personality, he found it difficult to remain calm and started swearing.
Shen Changgong also laughed and said,
"With so much money, if we take it back to Shengjing, Yaoyao will be so happy that she won't be able to sleep for several days. I really want to see her drooling with shock."
"Yaoyao? Who is it?"
Ma Ling said in surprise.
"Yan Fuyao, don't you know her?"
Ma Ling: ...
No, no one has ever dared to call the empress like that.
Shen Changgong smiled proudly, his eyes full of happiness.
Gongsun Wan'er rolled her eyes.
Damn it, His Majesty is not here, so it doesn’t stop you from showing off your love.
Shen Changgong gave orders to the people behind him,
"Immediately establish an independent camp, heavily guard it, and count the value of all the silver. Keep the remaining silver for military pay, rewards, and the money and food needed to maintain the operations of Qi. The rest of the silver will be brought back to Shengjing.
When the time comes, have the military chief calculate all this, quickly!"
"As ordered!"
Ma Ling sneered,
"You really can't wait to take credit."
"Tsk, I want to make my wife happy, is that not okay?
"Old Ma, go pick out a few boxes of jewelry and send them to my sister-in-law. She'll definitely be very happy."
Ma Ling looked at Shen Changgong and said seriously,
“First, I’m your uncle and she’s your aunt.
Secondly, my wife eats and dresses simply and doesn't like these flashy yellow and white things. Even if I give them to her, she won't wear them."
"Whether they wear it or not is their business, but whether you give it or not is your attitude.
You're out fighting every day, be careful or people will get into trouble with you when you get home."
"That's what you said, then pick some."
The two of them returned to the general's tent.
Shen Changgong took out paper and pen and began to write a letter.
"Dear Yaoyao, I am writing to you.
Have you missed your husband recently? Remember to think about him more often when you have nothing to do, think about him while you eat, and think about him when you sleep.
These gold and silver are gifts from your husband. I know that you, my dear Yaoyao, must be very touched.
It doesn't matter, we are a family after all, remember to give your husband a big fat boy someday..."