Wei attacked Qin to the west, took 800 miles of land west of the Qin River, and set up Hexi County. The Wei army attacked Yiqu to the north, divided the occupied territory, divided it into fifteen yi, and set up Shangdang County. The state of Zhao also crossed the river, attacked Yiqu, and occupied large tracts of land. Zhao divided the land into ten provinces and set up counties in the northwest of Hexi. Wei and Zhao built the Great Wall, and Wei was to defend against Qin and Yiqu and prevent Zhao from moving south; The state of Zhao was to defend against Yiqu and Beihu to go south, and to prevent Wei from going north. The Great Wall, which stretches for hundreds of miles from east to west, is also the dividing line between Wei and Zhao.

With the transfer of Wei's strategic goals to the Central Plains, the suppression of Qin was not as strong as before. In order to regain its territory, the Qin State and the Wei State broke out a tug-of-war in Hexi for nearly a hundred years. After the efforts of several generations of the Qin State, Qin Hui Wang Si finally recovered the land west of the river. The Qin State retracted Hexi, saw that the Shangjun of Wei was like a sharp sword hanging around the neck, and waved his troops north to attack the Shangjun of Wei. After several battles, the Qin State occupied the upper county of the Wei State. Qin Deshang County further bordered the territory of Zhao, and the contradictions between Qin and Zhao gradually intensified.

In the twenty-eighth year of the Marquis of Zhao Su, the Qin State took advantage of Wei and Qi to attack Zhao, and the Zhao State was weak in the west and took advantage of the weakness to enter. The state of Qin crossed the Great Wall and captured the territory northwest of the Zhao River. and bring the acquired territory into the jurisdiction of the upper county.

Wei and Qi did not want Qin to take advantage, so they captured Pingyi and Xincheng of Zhao and made peace with Zhao. Marquis Zhao Suhou ended the war in the east and personally led a large army to Jinyang. With the prince of Jinyang as the general, he led the army westward to recover the territory. Zhao and Qin fought in Hebei County, the Qin army won a great victory, and Zhao killed his son. The Qin army took advantage of the situation to cross eastward and captured the city of Lin and Lishi of Zhao. Zhao Suhou was unwilling to fail, and personally led a large army to attack Qin, and recovered Lin Cheng and Lishi. In the northwest of the river, there is a large river to block it. The Zhao army was also unable to recover the territory of the northwest of the river.

The big river has become the dividing line between Qin and Zhao.

Zhao Su Hou Dong was defeated by Wei and Qi, and lost Pingyi and Xincheng; The west was defeated by Qin, and the territory of Shiyi in the northwest of the river was lost. This was the heaviest blow to Zhao Suhou after he succeeded to the throne. Three years later, Zhao Suhou passed away with endless regret and remorse. Perhaps, at the moment before his death, Zhao Suhou not only told Zhao Junyong to restore the country and strengthen the army, revitalize the national strength, and keep the territory left by his ancestors. In fact, he wanted Zhao Junyong to be ashamed of him and recover the counties in the northwest of Hebei.

However, he passed away before he could say this. Before dying, two lines of tears flowed from the corners of Zhao Suhou's eyes and left with a smile. Many ministers said that Zhao Suhou walked very peacefully. To this day, Zhao Junyong may have guessed what that tear contained. The northwest of Hebei is the national shame of Zhao State, and it is also the pain of Zhao State.

When Fei Yi, Zhao Gu and others heard that the king planned to lead his troops west to recover the northwest of the river, they all burst into tears. They have been waiting for this day for more than twenty years. In the past 20 years, it has always been the Qin State attacking Zhao, and the Zhao State has been passively defensive, never daring to take the initiative to attack Qin, let alone recovering the northwest of Hexi. As time passed, everyone felt that the monarch had forgotten the land northwest of the river. Fei Yi and Zhao Gu saw that the monarch was ashamed of the country, and echoed: "Hexi has been lost for too long, it's time to return to China." ”

Although the young generals did not know the tragic situation of the war in Hebei County that year, they heard that the king was preparing to attack the Qin State and regain the lost territory, so they asked Ying to fight. Zhao An, the old minister of the acting county, said: "Your Majesty, it will take time to recover the northwest land of Hexi. Think again. ”

"The widow has waited too long for this day, and he can't wait." Zhao Yong got up and took a few steps forward, the sharp eyes and the familiar posture made people see Zhao's unyielding fighting spirit. Zhao Yong stopped, faced the ministers, word by word, and said sonorously: "Take back the northwest land of Hexi, and be ashamed of the country." ”

The ministers in the palace were furious and raised their arms and shouted.

Zhao Gu arched his hand and said: "Your Majesty, this time to attack the Qin State, please let the ministers go along." ”

Daijun generals Zhao Xi, Niu Jian and others also said: "Minister, I am also willing to move forward together." ”

Zhao Yong asked: "You are all gone, who will the safety of Daijun be handed over?" ”

The corners of Zhao Gu's eyes exuded very complicated feelings, "Your Majesty, let the ministers go!" ”

Seeing Zhao Gu's expression, Sima Wangzu was saddened and couldn't stop it. In that war, his father also died fighting for his country. At this moment, Sima Wangzu and Zhao Gu were in the same mood. Sima Wangzu came out and said: "Your Majesty, the minister understands the mood of the prime minister. Please let us go on an expedition with you and recover the northwest part of the river. ”

Everyone also followed: "The ministers seconded it." ”

Zhao Yong nodded and said, "Zhao Gu, the widow promised you." ”

Zhao Gu bowed and said, "Thank you." ”

Zhao Yong said again: "Daijun is related to the safety of our country. How to arrange the affairs of the county. You will give the widow a satisfactory answer. ”

Zhao Gu said again: "Huh." ”

Three days later, 20,000 soldiers and horses from Daijun went to Jingcheng in exchange for 20,000 iron horses.

Five days later, after Zhao Guotie rode to rest, he went south to Shangdang and west to Jinyang. Zhao Yunshu, the county lord of Jinyang, had already learned of Zhao Guotieqi's intentions, prepared grain and grass, and greeted him outside the city. Zhao Yong saw Zhao Yunshu escorting grain and grass, and was also wearing battle armor, and asked, "Lord Jinyang, why is this?" ”

Zhao Yunshu arched his hand and replied: "Please let your ministers go out together." I want to witness for my father the moment when the land northwest of the river is recovered. to comfort the dead of my father. ”

Zhao Yong couldn't refuse this reason, and asked, "You are gone, what should Jinyang County do." ”

Zhao Yunshu replied: "The minister has made proper arrangements. Please rest assured. ”

Zhao Yong saw that she came prepared, and nodded in agreement.

In the evening, Zhao Yong led the iron cavalry, in the afterglow of the setting sun, embarked on the road to the west to recover the northwest of the river. Slender shadows headed west. Zhao Guotie rode forward for a distance, and suddenly heard a familiar voice from behind. Zhao Yong turned his head, and his gaze drifted into the distance. Zhao Yong saw several riding shadows approaching. Seeing this, Zhao Guotieqi pulled out his swords one after another and prepared to face the battle. Zhao Yong waved his hand, and these people put away their battle knives.

After a while, the man came to Zhao Yong's face, dismounted and knelt on the ground and said, "Minister, without the edict, you left Shancheng without permission." The minister was already mentally prepared to bear the king's rebuke and anger. Please let me go with you. ”

Zhao Yong looked at the few people kneeling on the ground and asked, "Zhao Xie, Tian Buli, you are all here, what should you do in Shancheng." ”

Zhao Xie replied: "With Zhao Jue here, there will be no loss in Shancheng." ”

Zhao Yong nodded at them.

Zhao Xie said: "Thank you, your lord." ”

Zhao Yong looked at the faces of these people and said in his heart: "Your sincere heart, how can the widow not understand. Too many people want to witness the exciting moment of the return of Hebei to Zhao. ”

Zhao Gu, Zhao Yunshu and others walked up.

Zhao Gu said: "I thought you wouldn't come." ”

Zhao Xie replied calmly: "If I don't come, you will brag to me for the rest of your life." Old guy, have you ever said bad things about me behind my back, I've been sneezing a lot these days. ”

Zhao Gu smiled: "I promise in the name of Gongzi Xie, absolutely not." ”

Zhao Xie snorted and asked, "Why in my name." ”

Zhao Gu was silent for a moment, and replied sadly: "You can't trust my name. But can't you still believe your own name? ”

Zhao Yunshu smiled lightly: "My father has been looking forward to this moment for a long time. ”

Zhao Xie sighed: "The leaders of the four counties, gathered together, it was a long time ago. ”

Zhao Gu also sighed: "Yes! We haven't been able to get together for a long time. ”

Gongzi Leopard, Gongzi Flaw, Gongzi Xie, Gongzi Gu, known as the four sons of the Zhao State Clan. Zhao fought against Qin in Hexi and died fighting for the country. Gongzi Leopard assisted the two monarchs, and also passed away. How could Gongzi Xie and Gongzi Gu not watch the moment before the return of the northwest land of Hebei to comfort the dead. Zhao Yunshu, Sima Wangzu and others went out on behalf of their father, recovered the northwest land of Hexi, and comforted their father's soul. Zhao Yong is not only ashamed of the country, but also to pay tribute to the dead of his father.

When the sun set into the valley, Zhao Junyong, Zhao Xie of Shangdang County, Zhao Gu of Daijun, Zhao Yunshu of Jinyang County, Sima Wangzu, Tu Yi, Tian Buli, Le Yi and other people and 70,000 iron horsemen embarked on the journey to the west. They had been waiting for this day for a long time.

After five days, the iron cavalry arrived at Lishi. After another three days, they arrived at Lin City.

Standing in front of Zhao Yong's eyes, this young man is Lin Xiangru of the Lin clan. A few years ago, the Qin generals crossed the river and broke through the defenders on the banks of the Zhao River, and the soldiers arrived in Lin City. Lin Xing, a veteran general, died in a bloody battle with Qin in order to buy time for the people in the city. Lin Xiangru is also responsible for managing everything in Lin City.

Zhao Yong looked at the young man in front of him and praised: "Lin Xiangru, you have governed Lin City very well, and the widow has rewarded you a lot." ”

Lin Xiangru replied: "Your Majesty, don't reward the ministers. Ask the king to grant a request to the minister. ”

Zhao Yong asked, "You say." ”

Lin Xiangru said: "The minister is willing to lead his clansmen to cross the attack on the Qin army." ”

"The Lin family, after many wars, is thin. The widow cannot grant you this request. For the sake of the Lin clan, you have to give the widow a good life. Lin Xiangru hadn't spoken yet, and Zhao Yong said again: "The widow crossed the river to attack Qin, and it was also a battle against the water. The rear of the widow is handed over to you, so you can rest assured. Your responsibility is no less than the attack. ”

Lin Xiangru arched his hand and said, "Huh." ”

A day later, Zhao Yong led the army to the river, looked at the flow of the river, and seemed to see his father kneeling on the riverbank and crying bitterly more than twenty years ago.

After Fei Yi inspected, he arched his hand and said: "Your Majesty, we are not good at fighting this battle. ”

Zhao Yong frowned, looked solemn, and motioned for them to continue.

Fei Yi unfolded a map and said: "The river is stable, but it is bottomless. If we want to reclaim the land northwest of the river, we must cross the great river. To cross the river, it is necessary to choose a suitable location to build a pontoon bridge. The best position is to pass from here, but the Qin side is destined to have defense. ”

Le Yi said: "Your Majesty, we are opposite the Shangjun Fortress of the Qin State. When we cross the great river, we will attack the Shangjun Fortress of Qin. However, Shangjunsai echoes with the surrounding Pingzhou, Yangzhou, Gaonu and Huangcheng. If we attack Shangjunsai, we will be attacked from three sides by the nearby Pingzhou, Yangzhou, Gaonu and Huangcheng. Even if we break through the Shangjun Fortress and then attack Yang Zhou. The Qin defenders of Pingzhou and Huangcheng in the north went south along the river, and the Qin defenders of Gaonu went north along the river, all of which may cut off our retreat back to Hedong. ”

Tian Buli said: "The west bank of the river is mountainous and plateau, and the roads are rugged, and the iron cavalry cannot play a role. ”

Zhao Yunshu pondered for a moment and replied: "The closer to the big river, the flatter the terrain is, which is conducive to the galloping of cavalry and the pressure of the army. We crossed the river and defeated the Qin army in Shangjunsai. Then, feigning defeat, the reinforced Qin army was led to the bank of the great river, and was defeated with one blow. The Qin State was caught in the turmoil of civil strife among the princes, and had no time to care about the safety of Shangjun, let alone send additional troops to support Shangjun. The defenders of Shangjun also didn't know that we would send troops to raid, so they were defenseless, so we had a chance to take advantage of it. The premise is how we can cross the river without knowing it and defeat the defenders of Shangjun Saiqin. ”

Zhao Yong also realized that it was difficult to attack Qin and regain the lost territory. Not to mention the battle behind, at the moment, Zhao Guo does not have the means to cross the river, and it is very difficult to let the army cross west. Now, there are two choices in front of Zhao Yong. One is to take advantage of the excitement and return with defeat, and choose to retreat in the face of difficulties. The second is to face difficulties head-on despite hardships and dangers. Zhao Yongxin said: "Is there no other way?" ”

Zhao Gu and Zhao Xie saw that Jun Shang was retreating, and said in their hearts: "Could it be that God will do so." We will not be able to see the moment when the west side of the river is reclaimed. ”

Although Fei Yi and the others knew that withdrawing the army like this would frustrate the morale of the soldiers, there was no way to win if they did not retreat. Just when Zhao Yong was in a dilemma and it was difficult to make a choice. Lin Xiangru sent someone to deliver an urgent paperwork. Zhao Yong opened the paperwork and looked at it, his brows stretched and he said happily: "It's really a blessing from God." ”

Fei Yi took the letter of state handed over by Zhao Yong, and said with great joy: "This records the topographical trend of the upper counties of the Qin State, as well as the troops of the Qin State in the various cities of the upper counties. Now that the Qin State is mired in civil strife, most of the troops in Shangjun have been transferred back. The Qin state had weak forces in Shangjun. Lin Hu took the opportunity to go south and captured half of the territory of Shangjun. Your Majesty, this is a great time for us to take back the counties in the northwest of Hexi! ”

When the people heard this, they saw the hope of recovering their territory.

The return of scouts from the West Bank also confirmed the authenticity of the information. Zhao Yong looked at the calm river, then at the other side of the river, and said sharply: "Fight, start." ”