The First National Preceptor of the Tang Dynasty

Chapter 610

In fact, that's exactly how it looks on the map.

Although the Northern Zhou Dynasty was not as militarily powerful as the Tang Dynasty, it was still capable of resisting foreign enemies.

They had already made preparations for the battle.

The problem is that they can't find a capable general.

"Just as His Majesty believes, the southern barbarian lands are no longer what they used to be. They also wage war against several other countries every year, to the point that their military strength has long been defeated."

"Their attacks on other countries now are merely for plunder."

"In fact, they have long been outwardly strong but inwardly weak. At this time, even if the Northern Zhou sends troops to attack the Southern Barbarians, they may not be able to resist."

The Northern Zhou emperor stared intently at Xu Tian before him.

He had always thought this was a very tricky matter.

But to Xu Tian's surprise, it seemed quite simple.

His words were like a wake-up call.

The Northern Zhou Dynasty is now fully capable of resisting foreign enemies.

As for the Southern Barbarians, they have always been the victors for so many years.

"There's more than one Southern Barbarian in this area?"

The emperor spoke in a detached tone; he was well aware of the strength of his own country.

The Southern Barbarians have always been an enemy they could not match.

Xu Tian laughed.

"Your Majesty, how can you know if you don't investigate? Aren't all those small countries dependent on the Southern Barbarians? If we defeat the Southern Barbarians, we will also defeat all the small countries around them."

The Northern Zhou emperor suddenly understood.

He had been thinking about the past of the Southern Barbarians all along.

So it was unexpected that the small countries surrounding the Southern Barbarians had always been dependent on them.

The Emperor thought to himself that Xu Tian, ​​an outsider, could see things so clearly.

They felt even more strongly that the Northern Zhou envoy had brought back a talented individual.

Finally, Xu Tian also pointed out the shortcomings of the Royal Academy.

"The nation aims to cultivate talent, to nurture the next generation of generals, but such rigid learning is ultimately just empty talk."

He was referring to the modern educational methods of the Northern Zhou Dynasty.

There wasn't a single person who could go to the battlefield.

Even his princes.

Even in a war, one might not be able to wield a knife.

Upon hearing Xu Tian's words, the Emperor immediately became interested.

"Then what does Lord Xu think we should do?"

Xu Tian bowed his head and said, “Your Majesty, we not only teach our students culture, but also practical combat tactics on the battlefield.”

This put the emperor of Northern Zhou in a very difficult position.

Those students were all children of nobles and ministers.

And his children too.

Those children have never suffered.

To say that sending them to the battlefield now would be like sending them to their deaths.

After listening to Xu Tian's words, the Northern Zhou emperor continued, "Then how can this be changed?"

This is how they've always taught!

Even myself is the same.

They can practice martial arts at home, where they can be taught by their own martial arts teachers.

The college is naturally a place where people teach culture.

Xu Tian said, "The academy may not only teach academic subjects, but also some physical fitness techniques."

The Northern Zhou emperor's decision regarding Xu Tian's words made perfect sense.

He nodded, and suddenly began to appreciate Xu Tian's talent.

"I wonder if Lord Xu would be willing to stay and teach in Northern Zhou? I can offer you a very high salary, if you are willing."

Xu Tian didn't even hesitate before refusing outright.

"Thank you for your high regard, Your Majesty. I am but a commoner, and my talent is not necessarily superior to that of the other Grand Tutors!"

He could directly refuse any invitation from the Northern Zhou emperor.

After being rejected by Xu Tian, ​​the emperor of Northern Zhou was extremely unwilling.

He figured that if he wanted to keep Xu Tian here, he needed a reason.