The Myth of Daqin: The Soul of Yi Xiaochuan

Jiuyuan City, the residence of Prince Fusu.

At the top of the hall, Fusu sat upright, coughing from time to time, with a hint of fatigue in his eyes.

In the hall, Meng Tian, ​​Meng Yi, Meng Yuan, Sima Yan, Li You, Bai Lin, Li Ze, and Li Si's eldest son Li Feng, the generals sat on the left and right sides of the hall.

What everyone discussed was the preparations for the southern expedition to Xianyang, the pacification of Hu Hai, the assistance of Prince Fusu to ascend the throne, and the support of the Qin state.

It is worth mentioning that when Meng Yi protected Fusu in retreating from Xianyang, he secretly arranged for someone to take Li Feng and his family to Jiuyuan.

Meng Tian spoke first, "My lord, our army is now fully prepared for war. We have numerous soldiers and generals, and sufficient food and fodder. We can immediately lead our troops south to Guanzhong and quickly eliminate Hu Hai's rebels in Xianyang. Once we have reorganized the government, we can march east through Hangu Pass and wipe out the rebels in Shandong. This will restore the Qin Empire."

After hearing this, Fusu nodded slightly, his eyes revealing firmness and determination.

He coughed lightly a few times, then said: "Just as the general said, the general will be in charge of the deployment. Cough cough cough..." His voice was a little hoarse.

Meng Tian accepted the order and stood up, clasping his fists and saying loudly, "I will definitely fulfill my mission!"

His voice echoed in the hall like a loud bell, lifting the spirits of the generals present.

Meng Tian swept his gaze over the generals present and announced in a serious tone, "Meng Yuan, Bai Lin, and Li Feng, I order you to lead a hundred thousand troops to garrison Jiuyuan and ensure the security of the border. Li You, you will lead fifty thousand troops to garrison Yunzhong. You must not slack off in the slightest."

Meng Yuan, Bai Lin, and Li Feng responded in unison: "We obey your orders!"

Meng Tian continued, "Meng Yi, Sima Yan, and Li Ze will follow this general and lead an army of 15 south."

Meng Yi, Sima Yan, and Li Ze said in unison: "We obey your orders!"

At this moment, Fusu slowly stood up and said loudly, "Generals, this expedition is for the orthodoxy of the Great Qin and for the people of the world. We must work together."

There was a majesty in Fusu's voice that made the generals feel awe.

All the generals shouted: "We are willing to fight to the death for the Qin Dynasty!"

In the following days, the army was reorganized and ready to set off.

On the day of the expedition, military flags were flying outside Jiuyuan City, the soldiers were lined up in neat rows, their armor shining in the sun, like an army of steel.

Meng Tian climbed onto the high platform, his figure looking particularly tall in the wind.

He shouted loudly, "My lords, we are here to restore order and save the Great Qin. The Great Qin once held great power, but now it has been ravaged by treacherous forces. We must restore its former glory."

The generals and soldiers shouted: "We are willing to follow the general and revive the Qin Dynasty!"

The voices of the crowd were like waves, one higher than the other, making people's blood boil.

Meng Tian's eyes flashed with determination, and he shouted: "Warriors of the Great Qin, let us fight together for the glory of the Great Qin!"

With Meng Tian's order, the army slowly set out and headed towards Guanzhong.

On the other side, Kuai Che, under the protection of Li Ziwei, took a few guards and headed south to Xiang Liang's camp.

On the way, they encountered several small groups of rebel troops, but they managed to escape danger with their wisdom.

After Li Ziwei's Jinyiwei made inquiries from various sources, they learned that Xiang Liang and Xiang Yu's troops were now in Xia Pi.

So, Kuai Che took Li Ziwei and others and quickened his pace to rush to Xia Pi.

When Kuai Che arrived outside Xiang Liang's camp, he heard the deafening sound of soldiers training, like bursts of thunder exploding in his ears.

Before Kuai Che even reached the camp gate, the guards, alert as if facing a formidable enemy, shouted, "Who are you? Tell me your name."

Kuai Che bowed and said in a clear voice, "Please inform Lord Xiang that Kuai Che, a subordinate of Meng Yi, wishes to see you."

The guard looked Kuai Che and others up and down, then turned around and went into the camp to report.

Soon, the guard came out and said, "The general wants to see you."

Kuai Che tidied his clothes and walked into the tent with Li Ziwei and others.

Inside the tent, Xiang Liang was seen sitting in the main seat, while Xiang Yu, Xiang Bo and Xiang Zhuang were standing on one side. The atmosphere in the tent was solemn and dignified.

Kuai Che and Li Ziwei hurriedly bowed in greeting.

Xiang Yu looked at Kuai Che, his eyes flashing with excitement. He couldn't wait to ask, "Sir, why did Brother Yi send you here?"

Then, Xiang Yu turned his gaze to Li Ziwei next to him, a delighted smile on his face, and said, "Hey, Brother Ziwei, why are you here too? Xiaoyue...ah no, how is Brother Yi doing in Jiuyuan?"

Xiang Yu was about to ask about Xiaoyue, but he heard his uncle Xiang Liang cough lightly.

Xiang Yu immediately realized that it was inappropriate to say these words at this time. He quickly put away his smile, stepped aside, and a hint of embarrassment appeared on his face.

Xiang Liang smiled and said, "Since you two are sent by Yi'er, please take a seat!"

After Kuai Che thanked him, he slowly sat down. His eyes flickered between Xiang Liang and Xiang Yu, and he said, "Lord Xiang, the Qin Empire is currently in turmoil. Hu Hai is a tyrant, usurping the throne and plotting to murder the late emperor. Prince Fusu is already in Jiuyuan, and General Meng Tian is assembling his troops to march south to quell the rebellion and help Prince Fusu regain the throne. General Meng Yi knows that you, Lord Xiang, hold great ambitions, and has sent us here in the hope that you can lend a helping hand to Prince Fusu."

Xiang Liang heard this and stroked his beard in thought for a moment, a hint of worry in his eyes.

Xiang Yu's eyes lit up, and he said loudly, "This is good news. I've long disliked Hu Hai. Back in Xianyang, I felt that Prince Fusu was the true emperor."

Xiang Bo, standing by, raised his eyebrows and said, "What does this have to do with us? Now that the tyrannical Qin has lost the support of the people, this is our chance to restore our state."

Kuai Che smiled faintly, revealing a confidence and composure. He said, "General, you are wrong. The princes are now strife-ridden, and the people are suffering. If Prince Fusu were to be restored to the throne, he would surely govern with benevolence. The people would then live in peace, and Xiang Gong would become a loyal minister of the Qin Dynasty, leaving his name in history."

Xiang Yu was somewhat tempted. He looked at Xiang Liang, his eyes gleaming with anticipation. "Uncle, this man has a point."

Xiang Liang glanced at his nephew and said slowly, "This matter is of great importance. Let me consider it for a while."

Kuai Che's expression remained unchanged. He bowed and spoke calmly, "Lord Xiang, Prince Fusu is a man of righteousness and benevolence, and wishes to revive the Qin Empire. He is not comparable to the tyrannical Qin of the past. Lord Xiang is the descendant of a great general of the Chu State. If you help Prince Fusu, you will surely spare the people from the suffering of war and restore the Xiang family's glory."

Xiang Bo snorted coldly, his expression darkening. "The Qin Empire destroyed our Chu Empire. I would be unworthy of honor if I didn't seek revenge." His voice was thick with anger and hatred.

Kuai Che smiled and said, "The general is wrong. The general trend of the world is that after a long period of unity, there will be division, and after a long period of division, there will be unity. Now the general trend has changed. If we can turn swords into plowshares and create a prosperous era together, we will show our heroic qualities." His smile revealed a kind of open-mindedness and tolerance.

Xiang Liang was slightly moved when he heard this. He pondered for a long time and looked at Xiang Yu, Xiang Bo, and Xiang Zhuang beside him.

Xiang Bo still had a face full of resentment, Xiang Yu seemed somewhat moved, and Xiang Zhuang also looked indifferent.

Xiang Liang spoke slowly, "You two have come from afar. Please stay and rest for a few days while we discuss this matter."

Kuai Che was secretly delighted, knowing that things had taken a turn for the better, and replied, "Thank you, Lord Xiang."

Then, Kuai Che bowed and prepared to leave.

Li Ziwei pulled out two letters from his bosom and respectfully handed them to Xiang Liang and Xiang Yu, saying, "Lord Xiang, General Xiang, here are two letters. One is from my general to Lord Xiang, and the other is from Miss Xiaoyue to General Xiang."

Xiang Liang took the letter and nodded slightly to the two of them, indicating that they could go down and rest.