The Qin Dynasty entered the game with love.

Yao Jia seemed a little confused when Guo Kai arrived, but gradually seemed to realize what was happening. The actor Yao Jia, with his superb acting skills, waved his hands repeatedly.

Seeing that Guo Kai had already fallen into the trap, he began to put on a show of acting skills.

"This...this won't do. Yao Jia can't guarantee it. Yao Jia is just a high-ranking official; when it comes to state affairs, we...we still need to..."

Seeing that Yao Jia was somewhat tempted, Guo Kai showed off the gold and silver treasures he had brought while hugging Yao Jia's leg and crying, "Lord Yao, tell me, we've known each other for so many years, do you still consider me your brother? If you don't save me today, I might as well just kill myself right now."

Yao Jia immediately grabbed Guo Kai, who was about to crash into the pillar, and shouted, "Okay, okay, Yao Jia will definitely help, definitely help! Brother Guo, don't do anything rash!"

Guo Kai readily agreed, and the two went over the details of their surrender. To be on the safe side, fearing the man might escape, Guo Kai took him directly back to the Guo Prime Minister's residence and treated him with great hospitality.

Then they contacted the leaders of various powerful families in Zhao, gathered those who were willing to surrender together, and directly assassinated the die-hards. The final neutrals were killed along with their gold, silver and grain if they surrendered early.

The night in Zhao was chaotic, with everyone running out of the palace to save themselves. Zhao Yan, the queen, and their young son were all captured and tied up by those who wanted to claim credit.

Despite Zhao Yan's vehement curses, he couldn't persuade anyone to come to his aid; even his personal eunuch took the initiative to bring the traitor into the palace.

They dragged out the group of people hiding in the secret passage one by one.

Chaos ensued overnight within the city. Huan Yi, who was outside the city, had already instructed his subordinates not to seize property or grain, as Princess Ying Ji had specifically instructed them.

However, some powerful families could have their property confiscated and their entire clan exterminated. Officials who committed crimes or were unpopular with the people could be beheaded on the city walls and their heads displayed to the public. The grain stored up by these powerful families could then be distributed to individual households.

Now, having checked his armor, Huan Yi stood excitedly at the gate of Handan, the capital of Zhao. A young general beside him shouted, "General Huan Yi of Qin is here! Open the city gates now!"

Upon hearing the sound, Guo Kai, who was fully prepared, immediately instructed the young guard to open the gate.

Then, dressed in white, with a white flag belonging solely to the defeated on his head, and a fawning smile on his face, he held up the imperial seal of the Zhao Kingdom and offered it with both hands.

Leading a group of clans behind him, he shouted loudly: "The State of Zhao surrenders, we are willing to submit, and there will be no more State of Zhao."

After checking and confirming that everything was correct, Huan Yi rode his horse into the city to the Zhao royal palace, where he killed Zhao Yan and his entire family at the city gate.

They then uprooted the Zhao clan one after another, leading to the demise of the Zhao royal family.

Guo Kai explained what he had done, and with Yao Jia's assistance, Huan Yi naturally did not confiscate his property. Instead, he cheerfully invited him to a banquet.

Huan Yi despised such petty people, but he had to admit that it was because of Guo Kai that the Zhao state perished so quickly.

How Guo Kai should be dealt with depends on the King of Qin's orders. Huan Yi knew his place, and after taking inventory of the items, he had them taken back to Xianyang.

And they were waiting for talented people to come and take over the affairs of the Zhao state, no, to come and govern the Zhao territory. Now there is no such thing as the Zhao state.

The people of Zhao feared the people of Qin. No matter how domineering Zhao Yan was, he would not have slaughtered hundreds of thousands of people, but Bai Qi of Qin did.

Ying Ji had also realized this and had given prior instructions: anyone who took even a needle or thread from the common people would have their military merits revoked, and their family would no longer enjoy superior breeds or medical benefits.

Such a severe punishment immediately deterred everyone from their desire to profit from the war.

Furthermore, since Princess Yingji implemented various policies, the soldiers have developed a strong sense of honor in their military service, and they have no worries about food and clothing.

This means they will not bully the people for small gains.

This army, with its disciplined formations, marched in unison throughout the Zhao territory, stationed at various defensive posts, without entering any homes, which lessened the Zhao people's fear.

However, in January, Ying Zheng had already arranged the positions, sending a group of trainees selected through the imperial examination to govern the Zhao region.

Huan Yi left some soldiers behind, preparing to return to Xianyang.

As a result of the latest imperial decree, the states of Qi and Wei took advantage of Qin's attack on Handan to seize seven cities.

Send Huan Yi with his men to the border of Wei to suppress both countries and force them to relinquish what they have taken.

Huan Yi naturally led his troops straight east, joining forces with Zhang Tang's army, which totaled 200,000 (those who were killed in battle were sent back to Xianyang, while a portion remained in Zhao to garrison the area).

Daliang, Wei State

Upon hearing that the Qin army was pressing in, Wei Yu immediately summoned his court officials: "The Qin army is like tigers and wolves. They have just conquered Zhao and now they want to attack my Wei. What are your thoughts, my dear ministers?"

The crowd exchanged bewildered glances, finally turning to Lord Xinling, Wei Wuji. Wei Yu, witnessing this scene, unconsciously clenched his fists, but still pretended to be unaffected.

Seeing that everyone was waiting for his opinion, Wei Wuji thought for a moment and then stepped forward: "The Qin army's attack is probably a feint, and their logistics cannot be supplied in time. Our Wei army is well-rested and has high morale, so we can fight. Moreover, we have plundered four cities in Zhao. After resting, we can collect a lot of tax revenue."

Upon hearing Wei Wuji's words, all the officials agreed and bowed respectfully, asking the King of Wei to make a decision.

Wei Yu forced a smile: "What Lord Xinling said is exactly what I was thinking. Since the Qin army dares to come, my army is not to be trifled with either. Let Lord Xinling handle this matter."

Wei Wuji bowed and accepted the imperial decree before taking his leave.

As Wei Yu watched the crowd leave, he thought of the rumors circulating in the streets and the news from the other five states, all praising Lord Xinling, Wei Wuji, for his great talent and ambition, his love for the people, and his courage and resourcefulness in stealing the tally to rescue Zhao. He believed that it was his loyalty to the emperor and his love for the country that prevented him from declaring himself king.

If Wei Yu only heard the voice of Wei, he would think it was a divisive tactic by Qin, since Li Mu's death was caused by Qin's interference.

But it wasn't just rumors circulating in the Wei Kingdom; among the civil and military officials, Wei Wuji's reputation had already surpassed his own.

In the past, when allied with other countries, they all accepted what Lord Xinling, Wei Wuji, said, but not what the King of Wei had written. How could he not be suspicious?

Wei Yu recalled how his younger brother had killed Commander Jin Bi and stolen the Tiger Tally to save him, thus saving the Zhao royal family and himself.

In the end, he put aside his suspicions. Now that the Qin army was pressing in, and Wei was suffering internal strife, it would only harm the country for no reason.

The seeds of doubt have been sown; they only need time to be nurtured and cultivated, and who knows when they will grow into towering trees.

Wei border

Huan Yi set up camp ten miles away, organizing military supplies, enough for a three-month stay. With the provisions already prepared by the princess, it would be sufficient for a year.

The army had left Zhao in haste, without any celebrations or days of revelry. Huan Yi awaited the arrival of the princess.

Next, let's appease the entire army and let the princess win over their hearts, as a way of returning the favor.

Wang Jian and Meng Wu were in high spirits. They had been frustrated in the previous exhibition match, but now they had won one after another and even destroyed a city. Although Huan Yi was definitely the one who took the lion's share.

But the two of them can share a sip of soup.

In the military camp, all the generals sat together. Although they were not allowed to drink alcohol, there was meat, and with the help of the cook sent by Ying Ji, they all ate happily.

They ate and chatted enthusiastically, all dreaming about what titles they would be granted upon returning to Xianyang, and then enjoying a warm and harmonious life with their wives and children.