General Qin

After Marquis Wu Gong's words fell, the entire side hall was silent, only the night wind blowing in from outside the hall, the rolling lights flickering non-stop.

Surprise flashed in the eyes of those eunuchs standing on both sides of the palace.

Someone would reject the emperor.

However, they still adhered to the "professional" spirit, stood with their heads bowed and pretended nothing happened.

Su Jiasha was not surprised, only disappointment flashed across her face, and she lowered her head silently.

Only Shi Huang's face became stiff instantly.

Zhao Tuo actually rejected me!

He straightened his body, sat upright, stared at Zhao Tuo, and said indifferently: "Martial Arts Hou Yan said that this is not a good time to attack the Western Regions, why?"

Western Regions is what they named this land just now.

The area west of Great Qin is the Western Region.

Zhao Tuo took a deep breath, and said in a deep voice: "Your Majesty, I, the Great Qin, have just captured Henan and the Yinshan Grassland, and the barren land there has not yet been fully controlled, and the Yue clan in Hexi has not yet been defeated, so I have no power to touch the Western Regions. , I believe that the achievements of the Northern Expedition should be consolidated first, and after the two places are completely digested, the Yuezhi should be defeated. As for the countries in the Western Regions, we should take it easy."

Zhao Tuo stated his reasons and gave the emperor a sequence.

He looked at the vast land on the map and sighed secretly.

The Western Regions is a good place. Compared with the northern grasslands that are difficult to cultivate, the southern Baiyue is full of miasma. Apart from the desert and Gobi, this place is still very good, especially where it is rich in all kinds of good things that the Central Plains does not have.

For example, Dawan's "sweaty horse" mentioned by Su Jiasha, what other grapes, alfalfa, carrots, cucumbers, garlic, pepper...

In addition to these special products, after controlling the Western Regions, Great Qin can also open up connections with the Western world through this road, obtain information about Central Asia, West Asia, and Europe, and broaden the horizons of the Qin people.

The so-called open eyes to see the world, in order to strengthen themselves.

At the same time, Qin State can also sell silk and other things to the west through merchants in exchange for a lot of money and special products in the West, and exchange what is needed, making the economy prosperous.

There is no need to mention these benefits.

At the beginning, Zhao Tuo opposed the emperor and Tu Sui's attack on Baiyue, and misfortune was brought to the north. In addition to the Xiongnu, the Yue clan was included in the conquest target. a new goal.

In his mind, all of this proceeded step by step. The Qin army first destroyed the Xiongnu, and then destroyed the Yuezhi. After taking these two large tracts of land, they resettled and annexed them. This took a long time to digest.

As for the Western Regions, that place is far away and difficult to navigate. Given the current logistical conditions, it is difficult to fight. After digesting the Hexi and Henan lands, we can slowly send small troops to nibble and attack the Western Regions. This is the safest way.

Unexpectedly, a Su Jiasha appeared on the way, and directly showed the first emperor the whole map of the Western Regions, which stimulated his ambitions to skyrocket, and he was ready to send a large army to annex it on the spot.

In Zhao Tuo's view, the Henan land and the Yinshan grassland have not yet been digested, and the Yue clan has not yet been conquered, so you want to engage in the Western Regions?

With such a big stride, I am not afraid of scratching my head.

Of course, the most important reason is that Zhao Tuo didn't want to leave at this time.

He went to the north to fight the Xiongnu, and it took only about a year before the first emperor became addicted to building palaces. After the completion of the palace of the Six Kingdoms, he couldn't wait to build a letter palace in Weinan, which seemed to be very large in scale.

This is only twenty-eight years of Qin Shihuang, even the Xin Palace has been built, will there be another Efang Palace in the future?

According to this posture, if Zhao Tuo was not in Xianyang to watch the first emperor, no matter how hard he tossed about, it was impossible for Qin to repeat the original historical appearance.

Zhao Tuo remembered that there was a former Qin general Lu Guang in history.

This man was ordered by the emperor of Qin to lead a large army westward, conquering the countries of the Western Regions all the way, and laying down a large territory. Great Qin expanded its borders, but when Lu Guang returned with his army, he was surprised to find out.

His Great Qin is gone.

The emperor of Daqin was also beheaded by the rebels.

This Qin general, Lu Guang, could only proclaim himself emperor with tears in his eyes, and ruled in the northwest as king.

Zhao Tuo had to guard against such a thing. After all, the Western Regions were far away, and it would take a long time to lead an army back and forth.

He didn't want to wait until he came back from conquering the Western Regions, only to find that the huge Qin Kingdom was gone in one fell swoop.

Therefore, after Zhao Tuo returned to Xianyang this time, he made up his mind not to leave again.

At this time, after listening to Zhao Tuo's explanation.

The first emperor's face softened, and his fingers lightly stroked the map in front of the case.

He was able to fight the survivors of the sixth life, sweep the six countries, and swallow the world. Naturally, he has a corresponding strategic vision, and he is not a mediocre master who knows nothing about military affairs.

Just now, he was only stimulated by the complete map of the Western Regions presented by Su Jiasha, so his blood was surging, and he wanted to conquer on the spot. Now that he calmed down, after a little thought, he knew that what Zhao Tuo said was very reasonable, and it was also the actual situation Qin was facing now.

Henan Land and Yinshan Grassland, these two places are very large, and there are countless Rong tribes living there. Although the Qin Army took this place, it was only a short-term conquest and did not really control this land.

Immigration has not yet been confirmed, Qin officials have not yet been dispatched, and counties have not yet been actually set up...

All these practical questions came to the mind of the First Emperor.

Moreover, Yuezhi on the road leading to the Western Regions has not yet been taken, which is also a problem, and it is indeed not appropriate to take too big a step.

Figured out this section.

For Zhao Tuo's refusal and opposition, Emperor Shi Huang lost his anger, but showed a little more appreciation.

Just now he was seduced by the position of lieutenant.

Zhao Tuo must have known what he meant, and if he wiped out the Western Regions, he could directly become a Marquis.

Such rewards and conditions, if it was replaced by other generals, they would be ecstatic and agreed. The emperor reckoned that even Wang Ben's calm temperament might not be able to resist the temptation of Fenghou.

But Zhao Tuo refused.

"This son is able to refuse the temptation of the princes, and he is not afraid of provoking my anger. He is really loyal to Qin with all his heart, and he really has the heart of a child!"

The First Emperor nodded secretly.

However, it was impossible for him to admit that he was inconsiderate in his excitement just now, and he said lightly: "I understand what Marquis Marquis said. You have fought hard for my Great Qin, so let's step back and rest for the time being. Other things will be discussed later." Say it again."

Seeing the emperor's calm face, Zhao Tuo didn't know if the other party had listened, but since the order to expel the guest was issued, he naturally didn't dare to say more, cupped his hands and said, "Wei."

Su Jiasha also saluted and said goodbye.

A moment later, the figures of Zhao Tuo and Su Jiasha disappeared outside the hall.

The First Emperor lowered his head again, looking at the map in front of his case.

Baiyue in the south.

Yi people in the southwest.

Yuezhi and Wusun in the northwest... all the way to the distant Dawan.

The first emperor's eyes were full of spirit, and there was a desire called "conquer" shining inside.

"Then take it step by step, sooner or later."

"I want all of these places!"

As he said that, his slap had already landed on the map, covering that distant piece of land.

...

Outside the main hall, the night breeze was refreshing.

"I know that you want to make meritorious service and gain a firm foothold in the Great Qin, but now that the war has just ended, it is not appropriate to start any more wars except for the Yue clan. If you ask about the countries of the Western Regions in the future, you will have to go to the Western Regions. Tell the truth about your suffering.”

Zhao Tuo was still a little worried, so he let the eunuch who led the way go to the front, and he fell behind and walked towards the palace gate with Su Jiasha, while admonishing him, his eyes were sharp and threatening.

He was afraid that this woman would be eager to make contributions, so he urged the emperor to go on an expedition to the Western Regions.

Su Jiasha smiled slightly and said, "I know."

Only then did Zhao Tuo nod, and comforted him: "The Western Regions are difficult to conquer, but the Yue clan will definitely fight next year. With your identity and ability, you will naturally make great contributions. Don't worry too much."

"Um."

Su Jiasha responded again.

Zhao Tuo stopped talking, and the two walked all the way outside the palace gate.

The doctor on duty opened the small door, and there was already a carriage waiting outside the door.

Zhao Tuo is going back home.

Su Jiasha will be taken to the official office under the jurisdiction of Dianke.

Dian Ke is one of the Nine Ministers, who is in charge of all Guiyi barbarians, and Su Jiasha is in charge of all life in Xianyang.

The two said goodbye outside the palace.

Zhao Tuo thought of Su Jiasha's many ingenious schemes and achievements during his Northern Expedition, which can be regarded as his friendship, so he asked: "There are many ministers in Xianyang, and you have a special status. Maybe someone will come to meet you." You make friends, their purpose is unpredictable, you should be careful."

Hearing Zhao Tuo's words, Su Jiasha's face softened, and she said softly: "Your Majesty, don't worry, I have seen the magnificent Xianyang City and paid homage to the honorable emperor. I will present to the emperor the gift of defeating the Yueshi." Strategy, and then ask for orders to return to the grassland to prepare for Daqin's conquest of the Yuezhi, and will not stay here for long."

She chuckled again: "After all, the concubine doesn't understand the law. If she stays here and breaks the law one day, it won't be worthwhile to lose her hard-earned title to pay for the crime."

Zhao Tuo was taken aback, but he didn't expect the other party to make a "Qin style" joke.

But when I think about it, it's true. The Qin law is strict, but regardless of the identity of the offender, Su Jiasha doesn't understand the law. If he breaks the law here, it will be troublesome.

Coupled with the fact that the water in Xianyang City is too deep, it would be much easier for her to go back to the grassland.

This woman is really smart.

Zhao Tuo praised secretly, and said: "Since that's the case, then I can rest assured. It's getting late, and you can go and settle down with the Dianke people. If you have any requirements, you can talk to them."

"Well, thank you, sir."

Su Jiasha responded lightly.

The two saluted each other farewell.

Watching Zhao Tuo step into the carriage and go away amidst the ringing of bells.

Su Jiasha stood where she was, facing the wind, watching the shadow of the carriage disappear into the night.

She thought of the beautiful woman in the carriage she had seen during the day, and the child in her arms.

"This is not where I should be."

She whispered to herself, and once again took a deep look at the place where the carriage disappeared.

Turned to look west, looking in the direction of the grassland.

She smiled.

"It's better to go home."

She's going to go back, to where she's supposed to go.