The news of Han Ju's defeat and the loss of the land of peace was like a bolt of lightning, which shocked Zhao Guo and also shocked Zhao Yong.

He didn't expect that he had just become the Marquis of Zhao, not only did he die his father, but he also lost a city that was very important to the Zhao Kingdom. This sense of powerlessness and frustration deeply stimulated him. All the spring breeze was proud of it at this moment. He tried his best to control his emotions, he knew that all the anger at this time was meaningless, and the key was to do all the aftermath.

"Han Ju's army was defeated, his own body died, and my Pingyi land also fell into the hands of the enemy, from now on, as long as the Qi army holds Pingyi steadily, it can cross the big river to the west and invade the Zhao realm, everyone, how should we deal with it?" Zhao Yong looked at the subordinates sitting at the bottom, the first one was of course Feiyi, and he was sitting with his uncle Zhao Cheng, under Feiyi was Xiangguo Zhao Bao, and opposite him was his third scholar Wu Guang, and Zhao Bao's head was also kneeling alone, it was Lou Zhuan who was ordered to bribe Lou Fu Wang a few days ago. This person has always been alert, and Wen Taowu is very strategic, and he is also one of the few available people recommended by Fei Yi to Zhao Yong.

"Pang Cong has already led the remnants of the army to Gaotang, with his talent and military strategy, it is not difficult to defend Gaotang. As long as Gao Tang can defend it, the entire land east of the river can be regarded as worry-free. Once the Qi State crosses the Great River to the west, Pang Cong will definitely send troops south from Gaotang to Pingyi to block its back road, and the Qi State will definitely not dare to make any big moves. Wu Guang took the lead in saying.

"Even so, the soldiers of Huangcheng and Boling should also be ordered to repair the city in case it is not good, especially the land of Huangcheng, and there is no room for loss." Zhao Bao also added. The geographical location of Handan is really not the best choice, the only thing to seek, is to live alone in the Central Plains, is the first base of Zhao State to plot the Central Plains, otherwise it is really a big risk to use this place as the national capital.

"Both of you are right, but at most it is a defensive strategy, and is there a countermeasure?"

"Shaojun, the defeat of Pingyi will greatly damage the morale of our army, and we should focus on stabilizing people's hearts. What's more, Beiyan and Zhongshan are both friendly with the Qi State. It's hard not to be left behind at this moment. Therefore, his subordinates believe that they should focus on stability and defense, and it is not appropriate to start a war lightly. Fei Yi explained to him what everyone was thinking, and indirectly told Zhao Yong that this time was not a good time to use countermeasures.

But Zhao Yong didn't think so. If you can't effectively counter Qi Guo, it will make Qi Guo feel that he is a bully. Especially at this stage, the Zhao State is weak, and once other countries are brought to the ground because of the Pingyi War, it is better to bluff and shake the majesty.

He looked at a few people, and they all seemed to agree with Feiyi's point of view, only Lou Xuan knelt respectfully on the seat, with a disapproving expression. He thought for a moment and said to Lou Huan, "Lou Huan, how do you say we should deal with this matter?" ”

Lou saw that Zhao Yong called his name, presumably because he saw the disdain he had slightly revealed just now, so he couldn't dodge, so he worded and said to Zhao Yong, "Return to Shaojun." In my opinion, the new defeat of Pingyi, if you blindly show weakness, I am afraid it is not the best policy, Zhongshan has been planning for a long time, the army house, the heart of the south is clearly revealed. At this moment, Pingyi is newly defeated, is it possible for him to let go of his wolf ambitions? No! He asked and answered himself, and he talked eloquently.

"Indeed, Gu also thinks that this new defeat, if he shows weakness, he will definitely have another funeral of the Five Kingdoms, and at that time, even if he is a Pang Nuan, it will be impossible to solve the crisis of Handan." Zhao Yong said, it seems that this building is slow, and he really wants to go with himself.

"Yes, it is because my Zhao State must take some measures to increase our bargaining chips, so that the vassal states do not dare to spy on Handan. After these two years, once the young monarch is in power, he will be able to make a lot of achievements. ”

"So, how do you do that?"

"First, it must be mobilized, especially on the Shancheng line on the border between our country and Zhongshan, where Master Feiyi has already begun to build the city, no matter what, it must be persistent, otherwise, Handan will probably face the direct attack of the army of Zhongshan." Lou said slowly.

Zhao Yong heard that Fei Yi was presiding over this work, and said with a smile to Fei Yi, who was sitting at the bottom and had not said a word, "Since this is the case, it is not bothering the two masters, and the master needs to pay more attention to this matter." ”

Fei Yi's head agreed.

"Second, it's a happy event." Lou said slightly mysteriously, with a slight smile on his face.

"Happy event?" As soon as he finished speaking, everyone glanced at each other, and they all looked at Zhao Yong with a smile.

Zhao Yong naturally understood what he meant, but for this Han girl, he was really grateful now. "I know what I said. But it will take time for Han Nu to enter Zhao. "And listening to what Empress Zhao meant, South Korea doesn't even know which girl she sent over, what if she looks too ugly?

"Shaojun, this matter is a big deal for Han and Zhao, and it must not be taken lightly." Fei Yi spoke at this time, showing the weight of being the first entrusted minister, "The alliance between Zhao and Han can strengthen the capital of Zhao against Wei, and second, it can strengthen the strength of Zhao to resist Qin. Moreover, having South Korea as an ally of Zhao is also a national policy set by the ancestors, and it must not be violated. ”

Zhao Yong looked at Fei Yi with a serious look, knowing that this Korean girl was married, even if she looked like a flower, he had to marry back, otherwise, the relationship between Zhao and South Korea would inevitably lead to estrangement, and Zhao would face a greater crisis.

"In that case, when do you think you should go to South Korea to discuss marriage?"

"Without further ado, we have to hurry." Zhao Bao also expressed his attitude, "Next year, Shaojun will change the yuan, if you don't take this opportunity to settle the marriage, I'm afraid things will change." ”

"So fast?" Zhao Yong was taken aback, now the New Year is getting closer and closer, according to Zhao Bao's plan, he will get married next year, this year, what tacit understanding can get along?

"It's already slow." Zhao Bao said with some grievances, "Marriage is a big deal, especially this is an alliance between the two countries, if it is too hasty, I am afraid that the Koreans will be angry." Therefore, these things must be dealt with as soon as possible, and it is better to deal with them quickly rather than slowly. ”

A complete Warring States wedding not only has pre-wedding ceremonies, including the main wedding and post-marital ceremonies, but also includes the six steps of "Na Cai→ asking for names→ Najib→ Najib→ inviting → greeting", called "six ceremonies", among them, there are also "three books", that is, the letter of appointment, the letter of ceremony and the letter of greeting.

At the same time, the different things that need to be prepared at each stage are also ways to test the man's sincerity, and they must not be sloppy at all.

As soon as Zhao Yong heard that Zhao Bao was ready to "swing the dragon gate", he resolutely surrendered, and announced the intention of Empress Zhao, and instructed Gongzi Cheng to be fully responsible for his wedding.

"When is my uncle going to Korea?" After deciding on the personnel, Zhao Yong was still ready to ask Zhao Cheng about his preparation first.

"I think it's best to lead Zhao Guo's team before Shaojun's change of yuan, that is, in the month before the New Year, to prepare for Shaojun's wedding."

"In that case, let's split up and prepare." Zhao Yong said, but he seemed to remember something big again, so he called out to Zhao Bao, "Xiangbang, about the punishment of Han Ju's family, don't be too serious." Han Jugong is there, and the defeat is not what he wants, so if he can forgive one point, let him forgive one point. ”

Zhao Bao was slightly stunned in his heart, but he still nodded and promised, and retreated.

Seeing that the room that was full just now was empty, it was empty in an instant, and Zhao Yong suddenly felt a little uncomfortable. Although I have been in Sengoku for so long and have become accustomed to this way of life, there are some deep-rooted things that cannot be changed overnight. Let's say, traveling.

"Hey, let's disguise ourselves and go out of town." Zhao Yong said happily to the eunuchs waiting behind him.

"Huh? I'm going to go out of the city. Shaojun, you can spare the little one. With a sad face, he almost hugged Zhao Yong's thigh, "Last time you went out of the city, Master Feiyi preached for a long time, and he also asked Queen Bingming to let me wait for a penalty and a lottery, but I tossed it." "It's good to be here, you want to go out again, in case the queen knows, the little ones will go to be slaves." ”