I am a commoner, but I will lead the empress to unify the world

Shen Changgong smiled, put his arm around her waist and said,

"General Yu is right. The State of Wei has ulterior motives and wants to seize the opportunity to encroach upon Qi's territory.

Previously, the Emperor of Qi sent people to ask Wei and Qin to form an alliance to attack Liang, but the Emperor of Wei knew that Liang was a big pit, so he did not jump in. Qin foolishly jumped in, but ended up getting nothing.

The wealthy Xuzhou is much more valuable than the territory of Liang State, so it is normal for Wei State to want it.

But this is Qi's territory. We Great Yan went to great lengths to destroy Qi, and Wei wants to take advantage of the situation now. Isn't that wishful thinking? "

After thinking about it, Liu Fugui said with some embarrassment,

"Your Majesty, I think it would be better not to reject Wei so harshly.

Now the Qin State is actively lobbying the other four countries to form a five-nation alliance to jointly attack our country. If we offend the Wei State now, they, who are originally wavering, may directly turn to the five-nation alliance.

Instead of doing this, it would be better to give him Xuzhou first and stabilize Wei State. In this way, even if the alliance comes to attack us, there is Wei State as a buffer, or they can only take a detour through Qin State.

It won't be too late to attack Wei after we've defeated the coalition forces."

After Liu Fugui finished speaking, Shen Changgong had not yet opened his mouth when the voice of King Nan was heard from outside.

"Do you think that if you submit to Wei, Wei will not join the alliance?"

The door of the imperial study opened, and the Southern King Ma Ling, wearing a black royal robe, walked in.

"Greetings to His Highness the Southern Prince."

All the officials quickly stood up and saluted.

Tu Queling immediately went to move chairs for King Nan and Zhang Han behind him.

Yu Ziling also stood up nervously. The person in front of her was Ma Ling, the Southern King, who was as famous as Lanling King in Dayan.

It was the first time she saw him.

"Everyone sit down."

Ma Ling waved his hand.

The officials sat down, and Yu Ziling was pulled back by Shen Changgong to sit next to him.

Ma Ling pointed at the map on the screen behind Shen Changgong and said,

“You can see for yourselves where the State of Wei stands.

The State of Wei is to our south, right next to us.

After we annex Qi and Liang, Wei and Qin will be the first to bear the brunt. If we go south, we must destroy these two countries first.

The three states of Chu, Sichuan and Qian do not border us, and do not feel that much urgency, but the state of Wei is more panicked than anyone else at this time. They are most afraid that our country will go south to attack them.

If there is a chance to defeat our country, Wei State is more willing than anyone else to join the alliance, attack our country with superior military force, or even destroy our country.

Regardless of whether we give up Xuzhou or not, Wei will join the alliance without hesitation, because this is a matter of life and death for them.

They knew that if they didn't seize this opportunity to cripple our Yan State, and if they didn't take any action, then the Wei State would be the first to be destroyed by us."

The words of the Southern King were so powerful that they woke up the officials present.

They considered it wasn't far enough from work.

Shen Changgong also nodded and said,

“Indeed, I agree with the Southern King. We cannot give Xuzhou to him no matter what.

Xuzhou is the gateway to the south, a strategic location, and the largest city in central and eastern China. If we give up Xuzhou, we will be in a passive position.

If Wei does not send troops, we will eliminate Tong Xuan and take Xuzhou.

If Wei captures Xuzhou, we will attack Xuzhou directly and drive the Wei army away."

Everyone nodded.

Shen Changgong said to Liu Fugui,

"Old Liu, please write a reply letter in person and tell Wei State our attitude.

Xuzhou has been an integral part of Qi's territory since ancient times. Now that Yan has replaced Qi, it should naturally inherit everything from Qi.

We accept Wei's request for friendship and are willing to maintain friendly relations with Wei, but suppressing the rebels is our internal affairs. We do not need Wei's military assistance. Please ask the Wei army to remain at the border and not rashly enter Qi territory. Otherwise, all consequences will be borne unilaterally by Wei. Please do not say that I did not warn you."

"I understand. I will write back right away."

Liu Fugui immediately started writing a letter on the small table next to him.

King Nan looked at Shen Changgong and said,

"Have you been so engrossed in the pleasures of life lately that you've even neglected your military duties?"

Shen Changgong smiled and said,

"How can I compare to you, Brother Nan Wang? I'm busy with government affairs in the palace every day, getting up at five in the morning and going to bed at three, while you're reveling in the military camp every night. You know how to enjoy life better than me."

"Hmph, stop talking nonsense. When are you planning to send out your troops?"

"Three days later, we will march south to attack Tong Xuan. The officials at the imperial court can't wait any longer. The political affairs in Qi have been almost straightened out, and the leadership team has been established.

We can’t give Tong Xuan any more time to develop.

We have to eliminate them as soon as possible.

This time, the Flying Eagle Army will stay behind to suppress Qi. Your three armies, together with the Tianyu Army and the Yuying Army, will go south to fight. After destroying Tong Xuan, they will directly station and defend in the Xuzhou area.

It is estimated that the Five-Nation Alliance will move north next year. We cannot allow them to fight deep into our territory. When the time comes, we will try our best to place the battlefield in the northern part of Wei and the northern part of Qin.

We will be in charge of the attack, while Guan Shouchang will be in charge of the defense. We will first destroy the State of Wei and then the State of Qin.

Linzi must also hurry up to recruit new soldiers to suppress Qi. The Flying Eagle Army, as the main force, cannot stay here forever."

"Alright, since you've made all the arrangements, let's set off in three days. I'm leaving."

"Just go now. You're so relaxed. I'm so busy every day."

"Haha, you conquered the world for your son, isn't it normal to be a little tired? You didn't conquer the world for me."

After saying that, Ma Ling took Zhang Han away.

Liu Fugui also wrote the letter, packed it and handed it to the messenger from Wei State.

The other officials took their leave.

Shen Changgong stood up, stretched himself, and said

"It's rare to get off work early. Come on, Xiao Lingling, accompany me to eat first, and then go out to relax."

Yu Ziling blushed and said,

"Don't call me Xiao Lingling anymore, there are so many people here."

"What are you afraid of? Are you shy? They can also call their wives little or something. Can't I pamper my own wife?"

"Hmph, don't forget your old love just because you have a new love. Why do you keep clinging to me? Your other wives are waiting for you to accompany them."

"Where did this king get his other wives?"

Hearing this, Yu Ziling looked at Gongsun Wan'er who was dressed in white.

Gongsun Wan'er pointed to her nose.

"I?"

"She's just a sleeping maid, why bother with her?"

Shen Changgong pulled Yu Ziling and walked out.

"Shen Changgong! You bastard!"

Gongsun Wan'er pointed at him and cursed at him.

Yu Ziling first went back to the bedroom, took off her armor, and changed into a palace dress, looking elegant and luxurious.

Then he went to the kitchen to eat with Shen Changgong.

At the dinner table, Yu Ziling saw Tu Queling and Gongsun Wan'er, and naturally had dinner with Shen Changgong. Then she realized that Gongsun Wan'er was not just a maid who slept with him as Shen Changgong said.