Chapter 414: Let’s fight!
In the end, the two had a preliminary confrontation and parted on bad terms.
When Fang Xuanling returned to his residence, he found Li Jing had been waiting for him for a long time.
The latter asked, "May I ask, Prime Minister Fang, has the dialogue between our two enemy countries reached any conclusion today?"
Hearing this, the former frowned, "No, I am extremely puzzled. It seems that the Qin State is not coming here with the intention of negotiating peace."
Li Jing asked curiously, "What do you mean?"
Fang Xuanling told the whole story.
Li Jing was stunned when he heard the voice.
Don’t say that I didn’t warn you?
What's the meaning?
As long as Yan State does not make concessions, Qin State will go to war with Yan State?
Qin State...has really made plans?
Li Jing said bluntly: "In fact, based on the current military strength comparison between the two countries, our Yan State may not be able to gain any advantage."
"Therefore, I seriously suspect that Qin's invitation to negotiate is merely a delaying tactic. Their real purpose is to mobilize a large army for a decisive battle with ours."
Fang Xuanling nodded. "It's not impossible, but right now, we can't break off relations with the Qin State. We must continue the talks."
Li Jing said slowly, "I believe that war between the two countries is inevitable. The so-called peace talks are just a pretext. Prime Minister Fang should just forget about it."
Fang Xuanling couldn't help but chuckle. "If we can bring peace between the two countries, that would be a good thing. If not, then let nature take its course."
Li Jing knew what he wanted to do.
For this strategist of Dayan, all he wanted was to make the people live and work in peace and contentment.
However, in this era of great contention, the strong will become stronger and the weak will perish. How can there be any peace?
The next day.
Fang Xuanling and Huo Guang began formal negotiations to discuss peace.
But there is still no good result.
After four or five days of talks, the two sides had to reach a stalemate.
Generally speaking, at this point, it should be announced to the outside world that the peace talks have broken down.
However, both Huo Guang and Fang Xuanling were patient and continued the conversation.
Neither side would give in.
Even Fang Xuanling arbitrarily broke the bottom line given by the Emperor of Yan, but the Qin State remained unmoved.
Huo Guang said, "Prime Minister Fang, if we want the peace talks to succeed, I hope you won't act like a victorious nation."
"You must remember that the war between our two countries has not officially begun. As for who will win and who will lose if a real fight breaks out, it is still unknown."
Choosing him to serve as a peace negotiation envoy was definitely a wise move by Cao Cao.
Sometimes, the civil officials cannot understand the strength of military generals.
Therefore, after the peace negotiation meeting ended, Fang Xuanling went to the capital of Yan State, intending to report the recent peace talks to Li Shimin in person.
Two days later.
Fang Xuanling, riding a fast horse, finally arrived at the capital of Yan State and met the Emperor of Yan.
When the latter heard what he said, he immediately frowned and said, "Is Qin here to seek peace? Why do I feel that they are here to cause trouble?"
Fang Xuanling bowed and said, "Huo Guang's meaning is very clear. What I mean is that the peace talks must continue."
Li Shimin frowned and said, "The Qin State clearly doesn't want to talk anymore. Look at what they're saying. What do you mean by 'don't say I didn't warn you?' They're threatening me! Threatening Great Yan!"
Fang Xuanling said bluntly: "Your Majesty, please calm down. I have concluded that the Qin State has come all the way to our Yan State in order to reach a conclusion through negotiation."
"They definitely won't simply delay the battle. If our army can win a victory during this period, perhaps... it will be beneficial for Yan State to continue the negotiations."
If we can gain benefits through "negotiation", why let the soldiers risk their lives?
Li Shimin glanced at the slowly falling snowflakes and could not help but sigh softly.
"It's the cold winter, and Li Jing has already missed the best time to attack. I can only let him wait and see when the opportunity arises before launching his troops."
"Otherwise, if the first battle goes against us, it will only embolden the Qin State to become more arrogant."
After all, he was an emperor who was proficient in fighting.
However, at the beginning, when he sent Li Jing to fight, it was indeed the best time to attack Zhenbei Pass.
However, Li Jing still had doubts at the time, and he missed the opportunity to fight.
But Li Shimin did not punish him because, as a commander-in-chief, there are many factors to consider when deciding whether to launch a war.
Fang Xuanling said, "Your Majesty understands war better than I do, so I will not interrupt. All I can do is to secure sufficient benefits for Great Yan at the negotiation table."
Li Shimin nodded and said solemnly: "This is enough for me."
Let’s talk about Ying Yuan.
Over the past few days, I have been thinking about two things.
How to be killed by the master of Huanyinfang, or consider whether to declare war on the State of Yan.
Until one day.
Bored Ying Yuan once again drove away all his followers and sat alone in a restaurant drinking.
Suddenly, a sharp sword filled with purple energy came quickly.
This time, the sword that exuded a noble aura directly broke the true dragon energy lingering around Ying Yuan.
The tip of the sword had already touched his skin.
Seeing this, Ying Yuan secretly praised, "Not bad, there has been progress."
However, after a breath, the sword seemed to lose its power and did not leave any mark on his skin.
He was counterattacked by his powerful flesh and blood and fell elsewhere.
Then, the Empress appeared, sheathed her precious sword, the Purple Sky Sword, and said with a frown, "Emperor Qin, are you a human or a ghost?"
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