After Yue Fei and Wang Zaixing successfully managed to evacuate Yan Zongyi from Yuguan, they returned to Kaifeng in the middle of summer.

Kaifeng City under the sun is particularly prosperous and lively. The streets and alleys are full of people, shops are lined up, and the cries of selling come and go.

And the most eye-catching thing is the blooming peony. At this time, the peony is in full bloom, red, pink, white, competing for beauty, the fragrance is overflowing, and the whole Kaifeng City is embellished with poetry and picturesqueness.

Yue Fei and Wang Zaixing rode through the bustling streets and headed straight for the palace.

Yue Fei was wearing armor, his face was resolute, and his eyes flashed with determination.

Wang Zaixing is dressed in cloth, although he is not wearing armor, he is also energetic and magnificent.

After Yue Fei and Wang Zaixing saluted Zhao Yingluo and the ministers, Yue Fei stepped forward and reported in detail on the training in Xingzhou City. His voice was loud and clear, and he stated the process and results of the military training in Xingzhou City one by one.

"Your Royal Highness, Weichen and General Wang are training day and night in Xingzhou City, and now the soldiers of the Great Song Dynasty are strong and strong, and their fighting spirit is high. Weichen dared to say that now the Great Song Dynasty has enough strength to crush the Jin army, and it is reasonable to go north to recover the homeland of the Han people! Yue Fei's voice was sonorous and powerful.

When Zhao Yingluo heard this, her brows furrowed slightly, and her eyes swept back and forth on Yue Fei and Wang Zaixing. The ministers in the court also had a lot of discussions, and some agreed with Yue Fei's point of view, thinking that they should take this opportunity to conquer the Jin Kingdom north; Others oppose it, believing that the time is not yet ripe and that it is not permissible to act rashly.

An old minister stood up, his voice was calm, but with a hint of worry: "Your Royal Highness Princess, the old minister believes that the northern expedition to the Jin Kingdom is not an overnight achievement. Although we have achieved some victories, we still need to be cautious because of the strength of the country. Moreover, the people's livelihood in China has not yet recovered, and a rash attack may be counterproductive. ”

The old minister's words immediately resonated with the other courtiers. They have said that they should continue to strengthen the construction of internal affairs and enhance the national strength, instead of rushing to attack the country.

They believe that only by working steadily and steadily can we ensure the long-term peace and stability of the Great Song Dynasty.

Zhao Yingluo opened her mouth and asked, "General Yue, what are your chances of winning this northern expedition?" ”

When Yue Fei heard this, he replied confidently: "Your Highness, when Weichen and General Wang were training in Xingzhou City, they already knew the tactics of the Jin State army well. As long as His Royal Highness gives Wechen an elite army, Wechen will definitely be able to lead the soldiers to recover the lost territory and raise the prestige of our country! ”

Zhao Yingluo listened to Yue Fei's words and nodded secretly in her heart. He knew very well that Yue Fei and Wang Zaixing were both loyal and brave generals, and the results of this training were remarkable, and the strength of the Great Song Dynasty had indeed improved significantly.

However, after all, the northern expedition to the Jin Kingdom was a major event, and it was related to the rise and fall of the country, and he had to think carefully.

At this time, an old minister stood up and arched his hand and said, "Your Majesty, the old minister thinks that although what General Yue said is reasonable, it is not easy to conquer the Jin Kingdom in the north. The Jin State is powerful and has a large number of people, although our Great Song Dynasty has been prepared, we still need to be cautious. ”

Yue Fei listened to the old minister's words, frowned, and was about to refute, but was stopped by Wang Zaixing. Wang Zaixing glanced at Yue Fei and signaled him to be calm.

At this time, Zhao Yingluo spoke, "Ladies and gentlemen, I know your worries and concerns. However, we cannot give up the opportunity to attack for fear of defeat. Da Song has endured humiliation for many years, and now it's time to show our strength. ”

Zhao Yingluo's words made the courtiers fall into deep thought. They know that Her Royal Highness is a far-sighted and courageous princess, and her decisions can often lead the Great Song Dynasty to a more brilliant future.

However, attacking the Jin State was a major event after all, and it was related to the rise and fall of the Great Song Dynasty, and they had to consider it carefully.

Just when the courtiers hesitated, Yue Fei stood up again. He took a deep breath and said loudly, "Your Royal Highness Princess, the last general thinks that we should take advantage of the victory to pursue the Jin Kingdom. Now that the soldiers of the Great Song Dynasty are strong and strong, and the morale of the soldiers is high, it is the best time for the northern expedition. If we miss this opportunity, we will regret it in the future. ”

At this time, Wang Zaixing also stood up. He first saluted Zhao Yingluo, then turned to the courtiers and said, "My lords, the last general thinks that we should listen to the decision of Her Royal Highness the Princess. Her Royal Highness the princess is wise and wise, and her decision-making must be for the sake of the future of the Great Song Dynasty. Moreover, we should also trust General Yue Fei's judgment. He led his troops on many expeditions and knew the strength of both the enemy and the enemy well. We should believe that his decision was the right one. ”

Wang Zaixing's words made the courtiers start to rethink. They knew that Wang Zaixing and Yue Fei were both loyal and brave generals, and their judgment and experience were valuable assets.

Moreover, Her Royal Highness the princess's decision-making must also have her reasons. As a result, some courtiers who had originally opposed began to change their stance and support the northern conquest of Jin.

Zhao Yingluo continued: "Nowadays, my Great Song Dynasty's naval division is growing stronger and stronger. Gu believes that when the naval division has sufficient strength, we can consider an all-out attack on the Jin Kingdom. Until then, we need to continue to strengthen military training, enhance national strength, and make full preparations for the Song-Jin War. Lone believes that next year or the year after next will be the year of Song Jin's survival. ”

When Yue Fei heard this, a flash of excitement flashed in his eyes.

He knew very well that Her Royal Highness the princess's decision was wise, and the strength of the sea master would become a big killer weapon in the future war of the Great Song Dynasty.

He bowed and said, "Your Royal Highness the princess is wise, and the last general will do everything in his power to prepare for the upcoming war. ”

Wang Zaixing also echoed: "Your Royal Highness Princess, we will live up to our expectations and fight for the glory of the Great Song Dynasty."

Zhao Yingluo nodded and smiled, she knew that Yue Fei and Wang Zaixing were her most powerful assistants and the hope of the future of the Great Song Dynasty. She firmly believes that with their joint efforts, Dasong will surely move towards a more brilliant future.

Zuo Xiang Lu Yihao slowly stood up, looking into the distance with deep eyes, and his worried voice echoed in the court: "Your Highness, the old minister has a word, I don't know whether to say it or not." ”

Zhao Yingluo smiled slightly, motioning to him but saying that it was okay. She knows very well that this Zuo Xiang is the think tank of the Great Song Dynasty, and his views are often unique and profound.

Lu Yihao took a deep breath and said slowly: "Your Highness, the old minister believes that before attacking the Jin Kingdom, we still have a major matter to be done. That is the Great Xia Kingdom. ”

Yue Fei frowned slightly when he heard this, he understood Lu Yihao's worries.

The Great Xia Kingdom is located on the border and has always maintained a delicate balance with the Great Song and Jin Kingdoms. Once the Great Song Dynasty attacked the Jin Kingdom, the attitude of the Great Xia Kingdom would be crucial.

Wang Zaixing also nodded and agreed: "What Zuo Xiang said is extremely true. If the Great Xia Kingdom takes the opportunity to cause chaos, or falls to the Jin Kingdom, our situation will be extremely disadvantaged. ”

Zhao Yingluo pondered for a moment and asked, "Then according to Zuo Xiang's opinion, how should we deal with it?" ”

Lu Yihao groaned: "The old minister believes that we should substantially merge the Great Xia Kingdom into the territory of the Great Song Dynasty. In this way, the Great Xia Kingdom is no longer a grass on the wall, swaying from side to side. They will be our solid backing when we attack the Kingdom of Jin. ”