The reason why Tian Heng considered stopping his advance. In addition to its own factors, there are several complex diplomatic situations.

The reason why the Warring States were able to form the Warring States was that the countries were able to temporarily form a balanced relationship, and this balance relationship was not just a simple balance of strength. There are various factors involved, such as politics, military, and diplomacy. It is precisely the existence of such multifaceted factors that makes the situation of the Warring States temporarily exist in a balanced posture. But now this balancing posture needs to be balanced.

Tian Heng's thinking is correct, and the current situation needs to continue to maintain this balance. Moreover, Qi's unilateral actions have upset this balance. In particular, there is a sense of crisis brought about by the imbalance in relations with the surrounding countries.

If the unilateral occupation of Yan by the Qi State is established, then from the perspective of the Qi State, the benefits brought to the Qi State are also very huge. First of all, it's not just the expansion of the territory all at once. In the case of the Yan Kingdom, the northern gold mines of the Yan Kingdom. and the huge economic benefits brought by the Liaodong and Liaoxi Economic Belt will also make Qi a powerful country.

The northern gold mines of the Yan Kingdom provided enough gold. This gold can pay for all the war expenses and expenses of the Qi State in the war against the Yan State. Not only that, but Qi can also get what Qi wants most. Liaodong and Liaoxi Economic Belt. This economy has a large number of coal mines and ironworks. These factory facilities can greatly increase the amount of iron smelted in the Qi country. At the same time, Qi will receive a wealth of iron smelting technology, especially the use of coal mine iron smelting technology.

Although steel was an important gauge resource for this period. However, iron is still an indispensable and important resource. Therefore, the iron alignment country is a very important strategic resource. At the same time, Qi Guo could obtain the technology he wanted most from iron smelting. These technologies can support new development opportunities in Qi country.

In addition to these, there are other things. For example, some light factories. Production of canned food boxes, paper mills. as well as a simple newspaper printing house and so on. All these things are of great help to the development of the country. The state of Qi wanted to introduce these technologies, but the state of Qin imposed a strict technological blockade. They wanted to import the technology from other countries, but the surrounding countries were resistant and vigilant because of their geographical relations.

Among them, Zhao Guo's attitude is the most positive. Zhao Guo is close to Yan State. Therefore, it is more sensitive to anything that happens in neighboring countries, especially the economic assistance of Qin to Yan. Let Yan rise rapidly, and this rise is manifested in the economy. The economic development of the Yan State was faster than that of the Zhao State. Because Yan was the first to establish an arms trade with Qin. At the same time, Qin was in a position to contain Zhao in the east. A lot of aid was provided to the Yan Kingdom. In addition to aid, a large number of Qin concessions appeared. The emergence of these concessions brought with them advanced production technology, management, and new production models of the Qin state. The emergence of these novelties has greatly improved the economy of the Yan Kingdom.

Industries such as papermaking, coal mining, gold production, and iron smelting emerged. Let the economy of Yan rise rapidly. These factors allowed Yan to surpass Zhao in military terms for a time. It is for this reason that it is for this reason. Zhao reconsidered diplomatic relations with Qin. At the same time, he accepted Qin's strategy of good luck and friendship.

And the Qin side. Because the Yan State turned to attack the Qi State. At the same time, in order to disintegrate the military power of the neighboring state of Zhao. It is planned to reorganize with the help of military force, as well as to consider regional balance. Agreed to re-establish new diplomatic relations with Zhao.

The Qin State will not allow a regional hegemon to appear in a region, which is also a new change in the Qin State's long-distance and close-range attack strategy. The situation of Zhao State is really in line with the current new situation of Qin State.

If it unilaterally supports Yan, it is very likely that Yan will become a potential regional hegemon, because Zhao is lagging behind Yan in terms of weapons because he does not have access to new technology in his country. The Yan State had already shown its weapons to be advanced in a regional campaign, even in the absence of good generals. As long as their troops persist in training, they can win against the Zhao army. It's a fact.

But if Yan Guo blindly attacked Zhao State and took Zhao State. In fact, such a possibility exists. The Yan State could use its superiority in weapons to launch a war against Zhao. The main force of Zhao is on the side of Qin. You can't face the dilemma of a belly and back enemy. Moreover, the biggest threat to the opponent at that time was precisely the Qin State. If the current situation develops, Zhao is very likely to be destroyed. But Qin helped Zhao in his own considerations.

Qin's military center of gravity was outward. In particular, the offensive from the north and from the west. The state of Qin was also unable to deliver a fatal blow against the state of Zhao. If the Yan State captures the Zhao State part. It is very likely that the Yan Kingdom will rise. Formation of a new regional hegemon. Moreover, Qin's blind support for Yan would also threaten Qin's interests. Yan could advance northward, directly threatening Qin's newly established states. But the strategic space of the state is not very large. If Yan developed too quickly, it was likely that Qin would lose its newly established state. It was also for this reason that the state of Qin helped the state of Zhao.

In this way, the state of Zhao and the state of Yan can be checked and balanced. At the same time, Qin also used Zhao, a new diplomatic pawn, to counterbalance the rapid development of Korea. Although South Korea is not a big threat to Qin from the current development of the situation. Because South Korea has lost the most territory. The largest county, Nanyang County, has been incorporated into the territory of the Qin State.

However, the country's development strategy has a narrow space. At the same time, the military forces need to be reorganized for a long time. These factors have forced South Korea to reformulate a new strategic development plan. They should learn from Qin's advanced technology and advanced management to promote their own economic development.

In fact, South Korea's economy is growing fast. South Korea was also the first to introduce Qin technology on a large scale. Start a factory. A country that has established public education. Moreover, the enthusiasm of the people to participate in economic activities is very high. Koreans take full advantage of their geographical advantage. If it continues to develop to this extent. If the economy is further developed, South Korea is likely to develop its military power.

A military intelligence from the state of Qin shows. South Korea is working in that direction. They began to take an active part in all the wars of the Qin state, and they hoped to increase their military power by participating in these wars. Moreover, South Korea has always been generous in its arms purchases. Although not very large in terms of quantitative scale. At present, the maximum strength of South Korea does not exceed two infantry divisions plus one rapid mobile brigade. But they are well armed. The number of water-cooled heavy machine guns was much higher than that of Zhao Jun. The number of artillery pieces also rose rapidly. In addition, the country has a relatively developed railway and road network. This is an army that should not be underestimated.

But if Zhao Guo joins in. South Korea will divide its troops and consider the attitude of Zhao Guo. In addition, Zhao relied on a large number of mineral resources for export. Mainly coal. They occupied what is now the northwestern part of Shanxi, which was rich in coal. South Korea needs these coal resources to develop its industry. Therefore, the relationship between Zhao and South Korea is in a good situation for the time being. As long as there is no significant change in the price of coal.

But this relationship between the two sides was precisely in the hands of the Qin state, which used bank loans to control the financial system of the Zhao state. Meantime. Also make use of developed financial instruments. Qin's Xianyang commodity futures firmly controlled coal prices. If Qin wants to move, it can manipulate the market price to hit South Korea. And the relationship between Zhao and Qin was maintained at the price of coal between Qin and Zhao.

Zhao was the largest supplier of coal, while Qin was the largest consumer. South Korea is the second largest consumer of coal. Trains still run on coal. And the power provided by coal. In particular, boiler equipment is needed for power by various factories in South Korea.

It is precisely because of the above factors that it exists. Qin, Korea, Zhao, and Yan can maintain an alliance relationship. The basis on which this relationship is built is the basis of complex economic relations between countries.

But now, the foundations of this economic relationship are being broken. Among them, the first to destroy was the Yan State, and this destruction came from the Qi State.

If the Qi State occupies the Yan State, then the Zhao State will face a strong opponent. The State of Qi was able to defeat the State of Yan. It shows that the country's military strength is no longer to be underestimated. Because, at this important time of transformation between cold weapons and hot weapons. Qi was able to defeat his opponent head-on. It shows that it has reached a certain level of sophistication in terms of weapons.

If the State of Qi occupies the State of Yan. Then Zhao Guo has to take a fresh look at his surroundings. Two powerful states put the state of Zhao in the middle. The state of Qi on the eastern front and the state of Qin on the western front. In this way, Zhao will have to face a two-front battle.

Diplomatic relations change at any time. And the state of Zhao could not hold its territory. Especially the state of Qi on the Eastern Front. The Eastern Front did not have any geographical obstacles to help them defend. At the same time, they do not have so many troops, weapons and resources to defend.

Therefore, the Zhao State did not want such drastic changes to their east. They want to get back to the way they were. It's best not to move anything.

Except for Zhao Guo. And South Korea. South Korea's strategic space is narrow. The country's military is itself weak. To the west of him, there is a formidable adversary. If another strong opponent appears. Qi country. Then the pressure on South Korea is also very high. Especially the emergence of the State of Qi. It is very likely that the State of Qi will avoid the State of Zhao. Unleash a war against South Korea. South Korea is in a strategic need for homeland defense. Actively sent volunteers to participate in the war of Yan State. Nominally, it is to exercise its own military strength. As a matter of fact. It is the best effort to achieve a certain strategic goal.

These potential factors. It's all Tian Heng who has to think about it. So, he proposed, don't go too far. Instead, stop. Look at the attitudes of the parties and then move on. This is a very correct idea. Because diplomatic relations can affect the war on the front line at any time. Even if it is to win. Forced by the diplomatic situation, they also had to retreat.