"When the Northern Liang spies assassinated Xiao Liu, you were the first to arrive. I believe you also deeply resent the people of Northern Liang. I intend for you to take over the 100,000 soldiers under General Hua's command."
"I know that you have trained diligently through the coldest winters and hottest summers without ever slacking off, and I also know that you command considerable power. I believe that your expedition will not tarnish the prestige of your ancestors. I will provide you with provisions and troops from the rear to ensure your logistical support. Are you willing to go?"
Prince Rong remained silent for a moment, then stared at the Crown Prince and spoke in a cold voice: "Is this expedition related to Miss Fang Liu?"
Although it was a question, the Crown Prince actually knew the answer.
Otherwise, with a severe drought looming, it would be a very bad time to raise an army.
According to Xiao Jingzi, the three-year drought will begin next year, but a severe drought is not formed overnight. This year, summer came earlier than usual, and not only that, the seedlings in the fields are also growing worse than in previous years.
Most importantly, this world is not just home to the Great Yong Dynasty. There are two other equally powerful dynasties surrounding them, and some nomadic tribes sandwiched between the three kingdoms. According to scouts, the Northern Liang Dynasty already suffered a reduced grain harvest last year due to drought, and the situation will be even more severe this year. Clearly, natural disasters are not just a problem for the Great Yong Dynasty.
The more lives Fang Ruotang saves in this world, the more merit and faith she gains, and the faster she can repair her body. However, Dayong will not do a losing business and will not use grain to save the people of other dynasties.
In this way, they can all be captured, which will make future management easier.
The reason they were able to make such a bold decision was thanks to the three new types of grain provided by Fang Ruotang. This gave the Great Yong Dynasty the strength to directly dominate this region.
"What do you mean by 'for Miss Fang Liu'?" Huo Zhige had been leaning lazily against the door frame. Although he had arrived, he hadn't been cooperating. But when he heard that it was related to his little darling, he immediately straightened his back and stood up straight, his face serious.
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