The video takes us to ancient times; Li Er transforms into the Tongtian Emperor of Shu Han.

"Installing this nail might annoy the Ming Dynasty, but what real benefit would it bring us?"

Liu Bang pondered for a moment but couldn't come up with a solution, so he simply asked directly.

Fortunately, Han Xin still wanted to prolong his life.

He answered Liu Bang's question very carefully.

“Holding onto Yanghe won’t do us much good, but it can boost the morale of the various tribes on the grasslands and let them know that the Ming Dynasty is not invincible.”

"In this way, we can quickly gather a large number of troops by relying on their trust."

"With the defense of the city, one-third of the troops will have the opportunity to hold out."

This is the meaning of seeking wealth and honor amidst danger.

Once they retreat, it will be much more difficult to persuade the tribes on the grasslands to unite!

Liu Bang's reputation was useful.

But after the defeat, this reputation will be greatly diminished.

After all, the opponent is no mediocre opponent either!

"Is the risk too high?"

Liu Bang asked.

"The number 50/50, I don't know the other person's habits. If they like adventure, then it's the number 20/80."

"But if it succeeds, there might be close to a 50% chance of winning."

At present, I have only 30,000 troops at my disposal.

If the Ming Dynasty recklessly risked their lives, they would most likely perish in Yanghe.

This performance battle will begin and end in this absurd manner.

"What if we play it safer? Would that increase our chances of winning?"

"If we play it safe, the odds of winning won't exceed 30%."

Both sides have their own strengths and weaknesses.

That 30% is even a bit of an overstatement.

After all, retreating would mean wasting a lot of time preparing troops.

But those people in the Ming Dynasty aren't fools. Would they just give you so much time and do nothing?

What's more, one of their opponents is the emperor of the Ming Dynasty!

This person is probably the most troublesome enemy!

"Understood, I will consider it."

"Zifang, come with me."

Liu Bang lowered his head and pondered, and before they knew it, the two had arrived at a secluded and deserted corner.

Zhang Liang waited quietly.

After an unknown amount of time, Liu Bang looked up.

Zhang Liang saw a hint of worry in his eyes.

"Zifang, although I am being a bit overly pessimistic, if I were to win this challenge, wouldn't it mean that the territory of my Central Plains would once again belong to the barbarians in this world?"

Zhang Liang: “…”

I thought it was something serious.

The King of Han is really worrying unnecessarily.

"Your Majesty, the outcome of this battle is still uncertain. Even if Han Xin tries his best to win, he may not be able to achieve his goal."

"Even if we were to work together and achieve something great, the thing you're worried about would never happen."

"As the saying goes, 'When the birds are all gone, the bow is put away; when the rabbit is all dead, the dog is cooked.' Without enemies, they are naturally no longer of any use."

If we can win this game, cleaning up the mess before leaving should be the simplest thing!

"Now that you say that, I am relieved."

"Then I'll trouble you, Zifang, to tell Han Xin that I've chosen the conservative option."

Neither Zhang Liang nor Han Xin found this decision surprising.

This choice is very much like Liu Bang's.

In his mind, this was not a life-or-death struggle.

There will be no punishment regardless of victory or defeat.

Since the odds of winning are slim anyway, it's normal for him to choose to play it safe.

Even if we're going to lose, we should at least try to be a little more dignified and drag it out for a while!

Han Xin was not surprised by this, but he was very dissatisfied.

"He's always been like this: impulsive when he shouldn't be, and he backs down when he should take a gamble!"

"The fact that someone like him could gain the world is only because Xiang Yu was too stupid!"

After saying this, Han Xin went down to muster his troops.

Zhang Liang was left looking embarrassed.

He knew that Liu Bang was eavesdropping not far behind him.

But Han Xin was just too disrespectful!

"Well, I do have a problem. Perhaps he thinks that taking a gamble is the only way to have a better chance."

"But I am unwilling to gamble. Do you know why?"

A moment later, Liu Bang walked out, scratching his head somewhat awkwardly.

He agreed with Han Xin's words.

During the Chu-Han Contention, he suffered many defeats for this very reason.

But he believed he had one advantage, an advantage that no one else could match.

"Zifang, I am not as good as you in terms of overall strategy, nor as good as Han Xin in terms of military tactics, but when it comes to recognizing people, the two of you combined are not as good as me!"

"Although I have never met Zhu Zhanji, Zhu Di appeared during the challenge. People trained by him will only be more like him."

"Given Zhu Di's personality, he would never let go of this opportunity to seize the opportunity in one fell swoop!"

This was a huge gamble for them, and equally so for the Ming Dynasty.

The logistics and food supplies they would need to cross Zijing Pass and reach Yanghe during the upcoming rainy season would be an astronomical figure!

"Therefore, Han Xin's idea of ​​holding fast to Yanghe was impossible from beginning to end. It was a gamble that was bound to be lost, so it was better not to gamble at all."

Upon hearing this, most of the people outside the canopy were shocked.

Zhu Di blinked, seemingly unsure of what to say.

Was it obvious when he participated in the challenge?

"Fourth brother, you've messed things up!"

Old Zhu started cursing without any regard for right or wrong.

In the scene, Zhu Zhanji has already led 100,000 elite troops from the Beijing Garrison into battle.

It now seems he's destined to come up empty-handed!

Zhu Di was about to refute.

But a thought suddenly flashed through his mind.

If it were him, seeing that the Oirat had already withdrawn from Yanghe, would he really settle down and stay there peacefully?

He won't!

So, would Zhu Zhanji do it?

This kid is a carbon copy of him when it comes to military tactics and warfare; he doesn't know anything about it!

"Dad, don't worry, this brat's goal isn't just about Yanghe!"

"Give him 100,000 troops, and he'll definitely dare to launch a counterattack on the grasslands!"

Because Zhu Di only had 100,000 troops, yet he still managed to overwhelm all the major tribes on the grasslands!

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"Fourth brother, tell us the truth, is this kid any good or not?"

"If their abilities are mediocre, it'll be better for us to give up on them sooner."

With 100,000 troops, he dared to launch a counterattack on the grasslands. For an ordinary general, Zhu Yuanzhang might have praised him for his bravery.

But it wouldn't be appropriate for an emperor.

If no one can manage the government, then the emperor must be a warmonger!

"Based on my understanding of this kid, he can succeed!"

"I trained him myself, and I believe in his abilities!"

As he spoke, Zhu Di glanced at the younger version of Zhu Zhanji who was waiting not far away.

"You trained him yourself? So what?"

"You, the fourth brother, were trained by us, yet you still rebelled, didn't you?"

"It's no use telling you!"

"If this challenge to the brat brings shame to the Ming Dynasty and we fail to deal with Zhu Qizhen personally, we'll castrate you first, so you won't produce so many disgraceful offspring!"