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

"So noisy, so incredibly noisy."

"I can't even look at a map in peace. These people have been howling since noon until the middle of the night. They don't get tired, but I find it annoying!"

"Zifang, why don't we send two people to cut out their tongues?"

Inside the large tent, Liu Bang sat in front of the sand table, completely lost in thought.

Those people outside, from the Cui clan of Qinghe, are really energetic. They've been shouting for ages, and they're still as energetic as ever.

"Your Majesty, I have said before that these people should be killed. Why take them with you on the journey and cause unnecessary trouble?"

Zhang Liang was equally helpless.

He knew from the beginning that after Liu Bang fought his way back to the capital, he would definitely exterminate the gentry.

In his view, it was really unnecessary to deliberately keep these few survivors alive.

"I was thinking of keeping their entire clan together."

Liu Bang smiled.

To some extent, he is a person who values ​​ritual.

"Then there's nothing we can do. Let them starve for a few days. Anyway, according to His Majesty, as long as they don't starve to death, anything goes, right?"

"That's it."

"Also, Zifang, come and take a look."

"According to the intelligence recently sent back by our scouts, we are being approached by large armies from all directions, but only the direction of Xuchang is where our own people are located."

"Do you have any suggestions for the next step?"

Ignoring the curses and insults from those outside the tent, Liu Bang unfolded several secret letters.

After dealing with the more than 20,000 troops brought by the Cui family, he set up camp on the spot and released all the spies.

He didn't realize how terrifying the influence of the Wei clans was until he released them.

Almost all the border troops were mobilized, with the most extreme example being near Qishan, where almost all 80,000 border troops guarding Shuzhong were dispatched.

After Sima Shi transferred Chen Tai back to the capital, the border troops there were completely controlled by powerful families.

When Sima Shi was alive, no one dared to act recklessly, but now that the Sima family is gone, they naturally have no more scruples.

As for what to do if all the border troops guarding Shu are recalled, and Jiang Wei launches a counterattack at this time?

At worst, they could just give two provinces to Shu. After all, the Wei dynasty was large and powerful, and as long as it didn't affect their chances of being enfeoffed as kings, this little thing was nothing to them.

"Although Jiang Wei suffered a loss, he probably won't give up such a good opportunity."

"If nothing unexpected happens, after he takes Tianshui, he will expand outwards. After all, he did not suffer heavy losses in the capital as we had planned, and he still has enough troops."

"Damn it, when Sima Shi was suppressing them, these aristocratic families were still somewhat humane. But once Sima Shi fell, they all started acting like complete idiots!"

"If I had known, I shouldn't have used them to eliminate the Sima family first. I should have planned more carefully and killed some of these guys first!"

After hearing Zhang Liang's analysis, Liu Bang couldn't help but curse.

The Sima family rebelled, but what they wanted was the throne and the world. They were powerful enough, so in the process of plotting to usurp the throne, they would also try their best to manage the Great Wei well.

However, after the powerful ministers transitioned from the Sima family to a group of aristocratic clans, they instantly transformed from objects of bullying and exploitation into hungry wolves that would devour anyone they could, using every means to take a piece of flesh from the Wei state.

The Sima family did not want the Wei dynasty to perish; they wanted a peaceful and intact empire.

However, the powerful clans and aristocratic families were eager to devour the Great Wei, to divide up this empire that had the potential to achieve unification, and to turn it into nourishment for themselves.

They need someone to keep them in check before they can become docile.

"In fact, the Sima family could not completely suppress them; more often than not, it was a compromise between the two sides."

“If they were truly so afraid of Sima Shi, then it would be impossible for us to incite their greed and resentment.”

"Since they dared to make a move while Sima Shi was still alive, it means they knew that the Sima family might compromise with them on those terms!"

"Therefore, Your Majesty, there is no problem with eliminating the Sima family first."

"Compromise is always a temporary solution, not a permanent one. To truly address the root cause, in chaotic times, harsh measures are necessary!"

They were killed out of fear, killed out of the courage to harbor any ambition, and killed out of the courage to kneel down and never raise their heads again!

"well said!"

"Zifang, what you said is very good; it speaks to my heart!"

"But you still haven't made the key point of my question clear. We are surrounded by enemies on all sides, and it will take Guanqiu Jian and Wen Qin's army at least half a month to join our army."

"What should we do? Run, fight, or what should we say?"

Zhang Liang: “…”

"Your Majesty, when have you ever seen me personally lead troops? That's your job with Han Xin, you shouldn't be asking me."

"I might be able to offer some advice on the overall situation, but when it comes to battle formations and how to deal with the enemy, that's really not my forte."

But Liang's advice was, don't run.

It is precisely because the enemy is coming from all directions that we have a better chance to defeat them one by one.

Once you start running, the pursuers behind you will gradually gather.

At that time, even if their original intention was not to join forces, they will have no choice but to accept this outcome.

This situation is the most unfavorable.

"You're thinking the same thing as your father!"

After hearing his reasons, Liu Bang slapped his thigh.

"Send Wen Yang!"

"Tell him that enemy forces are approaching from behind, three enemy forces, with a total strength of no more than 30,000. Let him lead 5,000 troops to deal with them!"

"Furthermore, assemble a large army; I will personally deal with the enemies before me!"

Before he could finish speaking, Zhang Liang quickly stood up and blocked his way.

"No!"

"Your Majesty, let Wen Yang go. You are of noble birth; how can you put yourself in danger?"

Once Liu Bang and Wen Yang split up to fight the enemy, and Liu Bang is in danger, there will be no one left to save him!

Zhang Liang had only studied swordsmanship, but he had never used it for charging into battle.

If Liu Bang was hoping that he could protect him, then he could only say that the probability of them all going to their deaths was almost 100%.

"Zifang, it was a mistake before. Your husband hadn't yet adapted to his frail body, but he's fine now."

"Having gained self-awareness, they will no longer charge recklessly. I trust that your judgment of the battle situation will be sound!"

Liu Bang made a solemn vow, then turned and walked out of the tent.

"Wen Yang, my Marquis of Champion, come quickly! Scouts have discovered that enemy troops are approaching. I need you to give them a crushing defeat!"

"Attack the camp tonight! Those who surrender will not be killed, and the rest will be killed without exception!"

He had only shouted a couple of times when he saw Wen Yang rushing out of the tent not far away.

"We will certainly not disappoint Your Majesty!"

"If this ragtag bunch cannot defeat the enemy, Wen Yang will bring his head to me!"

This kid, it seems like he hasn't slept at all?