The sky was getting dark, the lights in the Jin Kingdom Palace were gradually turning on, and Wanyan Zonghan stood alone in the imperial garden, looking at the southern skyline, his heart full of endless ambitions and worries. Since he usurped the throne and became the emperor of the Jin Kingdom, he has been thinking day and night about how to expand the territory of the Jin Kingdom and make the Great Song Dynasty his palm.

A cold wind blew, pulling his thoughts back to reality. He turned around and walked back to the main hall, summoning Wanyan Lou Room and Wanyan Zongfu to discuss the plan to attack the Song Dynasty. In the main hall, the candles flickered, and the shadows of the three people flickered on the wall, as complicated as their mood at the moment.

"After Yan Lou's room, how is the casting progress of the artillery?" Wanyan Zonghan asked in a deep voice.

"Back to the emperor, the casting of the artillery is nearing completion, and it is expected to be completed in the spring of next year." Wan Yan Lou replied respectfully.

"Good! With these artillery, we were able to break through the Song army's defenses. Wanyan Zonghan's eyes flashed with a hint of fierceness, "Wanyan Zongfu, how is the conscription going?" ”

"Back to the emperor, the conscription work has been basically completed. It's just ......," Wanyan Zongfu said with some hesitation, "It's just that the people have a lot of complaints about this, after all, the war has been going on for many years, and the people's livelihood has withered." ”

"Humph! What do the people know? Only by expanding the territory can the Jin Kingdom become stronger! Wanyan Zonghan waved his hand impatiently, "Okay, there is no need to mention this matter again." What we need to discuss now is how to attack the Great Song. ”

At this moment, a guard hurriedly walked in and knelt in front of Wanyan Zonghan: "Emperor Qiqi, Yue Fei, a famous general of the Great Song Dynasty, sent an envoy to ask me if the Great Jin Kingdom conscription should be an enemy of the Great Song Dynasty. ”

"Enemies? This time, I want to bury the Great Song royal family~" Wanyan Zonghan sneered, "They know now that they are afraid?" Unfortunately, I don't have the patience to spend any more time with them. Tell the messenger that there is no need to mention the peace talks, we will see the real chapter on the battlefield! ”

The guards were ordered to retreat, and Wanyan Zonghan turned to Wanyan Lou Room and Wanyan Zongfu: "Pass the order, as soon as the spring of next year arrives, immediately send troops to attack the Song Dynasty!" The west and east roads were mainly defensive, containing the strength of the Song army; The main attack in the middle is Kaifeng, and you must win it in one fell swoop! ”

The two took the order and left, and Wanyan Zonghan fell into deep thought again. He knew that this war was crucial for the Kingdom of Jin, and that if it failed, his throne would be in jeopardy. But he also firmly believes that as long as Kaifeng can be taken, the Great Song Dynasty will fall apart.

However, what he didn't expect was that the army of the Great Song Dynasty was fully prepared under the leadership of Yue Fei. Yue Fei knew that the ambition and strength of the Jin Kingdom should not be underestimated, so he began to deploy defenses, train troops, and reserve grain and grass early. He believed that as long as the people were willing, the soldiers were diligent and the command was appropriate, they would definitely be able to resist the invasion of the Jin State.

As time goes by, spring is getting closer. The war between the Jin Kingdom and the Great Song Dynasty was also on the verge of breaking out. Wanyan Zonghan stood on the tower of the Jin Imperial Palace, looking at the Great Song Dynasty territory in the south, and his heart was full of expectation and nervousness. He knew that a war was about to start for the fate of the Kingdom of Jin. And he is ready to compete in this war. No matter what the outcome, he will not regret the decisions he has made and the efforts he has put in.

The whole army battle on the side of the Jin State was like thunder, and the war drums shook the sky, but Zhao Yingluo, who was the supervisor of the Great Song Dynasty, did not devote too much energy to paying attention. She sits firmly in Kaifeng City, with a pair of bright eyes as deep as the sea, as if she can perceive everything in the world. In her opinion, Jin Guo's move is just a farce like a clown, in terms of troops, resources, and people's hearts, which point of the Great Song Dynasty is not out of Jin's reach?

In Kaifeng City, the elite soldiers led by Yue Fei were ready to fight, they trained day and night, and their fighting spirit was high, like a sharp sword out of the sheath, ready to meet the incoming enemy at any time. And the artillery foundry in the city is even more full of firepower, the furnace is blazing, the hammer is clanging, and a brand new artillery is coming off the assembly line one after another, they will become the sharpest weapons of the Great Song Dynasty, so that the enemy is terrified.

However, just when Zhao Yingluo was dismissive of Jin Guo's threat, an urgent report made her frown. It turned out that the cotton planted around Kaifeng suffered from large-scale insect pests, and countless cotton peaches were eaten by insects, which was miserable.

Zhao Yingluo hurriedly convened agricultural officials and think tanks to discuss countermeasures. She was well aware of the importance of cotton to the Great Song Dynasty, as it was not only an important cash crop, but also a key raw material for making gunpowder. If cotton production is greatly reduced, it will not only affect the income of farmers and the country's tax revenue, but also weaken the military strength of the Great Song Dynasty.

Jiang Laosi, an agricultural official, reported the situation of the insect infestation to Zhao Yingluo with a sad face: "Lord Jianguo, this time the insect infestation is menacing, and many cotton fields have suffered serious losses. Those cotton peaches that have been eaten by bugs are no longer salvageable, what should we do? ”

Zhao Yingluo pondered for a moment, and a trace of firmness flashed in her eyes: "Jiang Laosi, immediately mobilize the farmers to look for the cotton bollworm one by one, and be sure to catch them all!" Her words revealed unmistakable majesty and determination.

Although Jiang Laosi was bottomless in his heart, he was also infected by Zhao Yingluo's momentum, he straightened his waist and responded loudly: "Yes!" Lord Prisoner! Then he turned around and left, and urgently arranged the task of extermination.

Zhao Yingluo stood on the city tower, looking at the pest-infested cotton fields in the distance, and her heart was full of worry. She knew that this pest was a severe test for Da Song, but she also firmly believed that as long as the people were willing and united, there would be no hurdles that could not be overcome.

Just then, a rush of footsteps interrupted her thoughts. A guard panted and ran to report: "Lord Jianguo, General Yue Fei asks to see you!" ”

Zhao Yingluo was slightly stunned, and then showed a happy smile: "Please!" She knew that Yue Fei would have something important to discuss when he came here.

A moment later, Yue Fei strode into the city tower, his armor was covered with dust and sweat from training, but his eyes were bright: "Lord Jianguo, there seems to be movement on the Jin Kingdom's side." ”

Zhao Yingluo raised her eyebrows: "Oh? Are they finally going to act? ”

"Yes." Yue Fei nodded, "According to our spies' report, the Jin Kingdom has completed the casting of artillery and the collection of troops, and is now secretly mobilizing troops to prepare to attack us. ”

Zhao Yingluo sneered: "Hmph! Wanyan Zonghan really thought that he would be able to compete with us with artillery and an army? He was wrong! Our army and people of the Great Song Dynasty will not succumb to his ambitions! She paused and then asked, "General Yue Fei, how are our defense preparations now?" ”

"Please rest assured!" Yue Fei held his head high and said, "Our army is fully prepared for battle, and it can meet the invading enemy at any time. Moreover, the quantity and quality of our artillery far exceed that of Jinguo, and if they dare to attack, they will definitely have no return! ”

Listening to Yue Fei's sonorous words and looking at his firm and fearless eyes, Zhao Yingluo felt extremely relieved and relieved. She knew that with a general like Yue Fei guarding the territory and people of the Great Song Dynasty, she could handle other affairs with confidence.

"Good! With General Yue Fei here, I am relieved. Zhao Yingluo patted Yue Fei on the shoulder, "You continue to pay attention to the movements of the Jin Kingdom, and report to me as soon as there is any trouble." ”

"Yes!" Yue Fei responded and turned to leave.